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Stan Ryan has dedicated more than half his life to helping others.

Now 76 years old, he has been volunteering for the Noosa Shire SES for close on 40 years. That’s an impressive run as a volunteer by anyone’s standards but it’s when you consider the type of work that Stan has been involved in that you really have to take your hat off to the man. Stan has come face-to-face with tragedy and adversity more times than most people can imagine.

Not that you’ll ever hear Stan boasting about any of his achievements.

A quietly modest “no fuss” kind of man, Stan’s tendency is to play everything down, even when talking about the various awards and medals he’s been awarded over the years (including an Australia Day Achievement Medallion, Queensland SES Member of the Year, and many more).

It’s a good thing that Stan’s wife, Lyn, has been keeping a record of sorts over the years, cutting out relevant newspaper articles that chronicle some of the incidents Stan has attended with the SES. As you page through these scrapbooks you start to understand the kind of commitment required for this type of work.

Stan first arrived in Cooroy back in 1967 as assistant station master for Queensland Railways. In 1972 he was promoted to station master and transferred elsewhere but he returned to live in Cooroy in 1980 working as station master at Monkland near Gympie.

In 1989 he was made redundant and that’s when he started to concentrate more on his SES work. He had

already been deputy controller for Noosa SES since 1983. In 1992 he was made controller, a position he held for 12 years until handing over in 2004. He then had another stint as controller from 2010 to 2017.

A lot of the work involved accidents on the Bruce Highway. In one 24 hour period he remembers being called out to seven different accidents on the highway. The work was different back then because the SES played a much bigger role in what they called “road accident rescue”. This included extracting trapped people from vehicles (“until the Fire Service took it over”). Using his own Holden Commodore to tow a trailer full of equipment, Stan and his SES colleagues would assist the police with scene protection and work with QAS to treat and extricate injured people.

Stan went on to teach First Aid with SES, along with other skills acquired over the years including traffic control, land search, storm damage operations, level 1

Stan Ryan has volunteered for the Noosa Shire SES for almost 40 years chainsaw operations and many more. Today, he is still involved in training, mainly in the use of chainsaws (to cut fallen trees after storm damage), with training courses taking him all over the region. Although the role of the SES has changed a fair bit over the years, Stan maintains that the work is still vitally important stressing the need for ongoing training “to keep the standards high”.

Meanwhile, Stan has no plans to stop his work with SES and will continue to do his best to “pass on the knowledge gathered over the years”.

He has also been a member of the local Ambulance committee, a foundation member of the Cooroora woodworkers, worked with Noosa Shire Council to start the Camphor Laurel Group, is a current member of the Cooroy Future Group and also volunteers at the

Rattler Railway in Gympie.

Why does he do it? His answer is simple: “You try to help people in your community because you never know when you are going to need help yourself.”

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From the desk of MP Marty Hunt

In my last column I mentioned that I had sent the Minister for Transport and Main Roads a request for an update on planning for the dangerous intersec-

tions at Myall and Elm Streets and Diamond and Elm Streets.

The Minister’s response is “Key stakeholders and the community were able to provide feedback on the concept from November 2018 to February 2019.

Following feedback received, TMR is currently in the process of finalising planning.

The final planning options for both intersections will be

announced in due course. TMR will continue to provide progress updates to the Member for Nicklin, key stakeholders and the local community.”

“Announced in due course” I sincerely hope means very soon. I will keep you updated on any further information I receive.

On a lighter note I look forward to joining the community at the Bendigo Bank Street parade on Saturday December 7.

Once again, I’ve been asked to be a parade judge and I look forward to seeing all the community floats. Last year was exceptional and I’m sure everyone is working hard to make this one a success. As we move into the Christmas period, I’m delighted to be attending many community celebrations throughout my electorate and meeting many more Nicklin constituents.

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Only a wonderful community like Cooroy could have a magical Christmas event like Christmas in Cooroy where everything is free!

It doesn’t cost anything to go to Christmas in Cooroy and it also doesn’t cost you anything while you are there because pretty much everything is free!

That makes this festival stand out from all the rest thanks to the fantastic sponsors and the generous volunteers who help the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce put this event on every year for the last 15 years for our community!

You heard it – 15 Years of celebrations this year and the Christmas Elves have made it bigger and better than ever!

A run through the

program on the website shows that there is a lot on offer to suit all ages and interests.

If musical entertainment appeals, you can catch the Coast Academy of Song and Dance at 4pm; Pineapple Crush at 6pm and Claptomaniacs playing through the evening all on the Cooroy Supa IGA Main Stage in Apex Park.

At 4.30pm there is the awesome Bendigo Bank Street Parade with over 30 floats decorated to the theme of “A Moment in Time”, all vying for the chance to win Best Float and led by the Noosa District Pipe Band.

If dress up is your thing, then get your best Christmas outfit on and join the Bentleys Great Santa Stroll for the chance to

win a $200 prize for best dressed. Or if you’d like to just join in the stroll and help raise funds and awareness for the Leukaemia Foundation, register at the Santa Stroll desk and get a free Santa costume to wear!

For some oldfashioned fun, join in the Cooroy Fish n Chips Santa Sack Races or the Giant Games like Giant Egg & Spoon Race, Jenga, Connect 4 and checkers sponsored by Eden Private Hospital.

Or grab a photo in the free photo booth sponsored by Fiducian Financial Services.

All the rides are free too! There are Giant Rides including slide, jumping castle and tea cups sponsored by Cooroy Rag; mini 4WDs sponsored by Madill Motor Group;

laser tag sponsored by Sunny Coast Accountants; and a baby animal farm sponsored by Cooroy Country Wear & Jeanery. The free rides are popular so there are often lines but nobody minds waiting as The Leather Doctor has you covered with free popcorn to nibble while you wait.

There is also free face painting thanks to SPV Accounting and the Cooroy Legal Centre Foam Party with fluffy foam to play in – a great way to cool down!

If all of that free stuff isn’t enough for you, there is also the Belvedere News & Cooroy Computers East versus West Tug of War where businesses and residents from each side of the railway tracks battle it out with the big rope.

You can even join in if you get in and register early!

Santa even visits thanks to Gelignite Jacks and you can visit him in Santa’s grotto and get a little treat while you tell him your most secret Christmas wishes.

To top off the night is the Cooroy RSL fireworks at 7.15pm with a colour explosion in the sky. All safely monitored by the awesome team at KCs Fireworks with support from our local fire brigade and SES who also do a great job of traffic control throughout the event.

There are a couple of things you can spend your money on including some delicious food stalls, a few market stalls with novelties, a bar sponsored by Cooroy Hotel and the fantastic raffle sponsored by Mower & ATV Solutions and MTD Australia which helps fund this amazing free event.

This event is run by Cooroy Chamber of Commerce with support from the Rotary Club of Cooroy, a community grant from Noosa Council and sponsorship from the sponsors mentioned as well as Firefly Solutions, Studio Steel, Zinc 96.1 FM, Noosa Care Inc, the Shed Company, Palm Lake Resort, Aaction Traffic, Cooroy Family Practice, Wythes Real Estate, SPM Law, Sunshine Mitre 10, Live Life Pharmacy, Hinternoosa Real Estate and Cooroy Pest Control.

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Woodcraft Show hailed a terrific success The ever popular Cooroy Memorial Hall was the venue for the Cooroora Woodworkers Club annual Woodcraft Show over the third Friday and Saturday of September.

This event has been hailed a terrific success by club President John Gygar.

“Our Show attracted many visitors, including locals, people from the Sunshine Coast and holidaymakers from further afield,” said John. “We re-

ceived very positive feedback from attendees, many of whom said there was a very welcoming feel about the event with a great variety of exhibitors .”

The member for Noosa, Sandy Bolton opened the show and heaped praise on the quality of the woodwork on display. “It is wonderful to see a community-based club such as the Cooroora Woodworkers going from strength to strength, and the exhibits on show are a

credit to the skill of the club members,” she told the crowd.

As part of the Show, woodworking clubs from as far away as Ipswich and Bundaberg battled to be judged the best in a variety of woodworking skills.

Members of the Ipswich Woodcrafts Club were excited to win the inter-club competition. Visitors to the Show were able to view beautiful exhibits including woodturning, carving, boxes, furniture, intarsia, fretwork and toys. Items on display included work by local school students, and many visitors remarked on the quality of their work. Demonstrations throughout the two days kept visitors entertained, while the free boxmaking activity was a hit for the kids.

The Cooroora Woodworkers major raffle for the year was drawn during the show, with the chance of winning a practical mobile kitchen/BBQ chopping block crafted by members of the club. The lucky winner was a gentleman from Mooloolaba, who was thrilled to receive the

call to tell him of his win.

Another highlight of the show was the 1.5m Sulphur Crested Cockatoo (Quanda) chainsaw sculptured by the very talented Shane Christensen from a log of local Quandong. This drew much attention at the entrance to the hall. After spending some time being admired in the clubhouse, Quanda fetched an admirable price and is now fully acquainted in its new home.

During the prize-giving ceremony to conclude the Woodcraft Show, President John Gygar praised the hardworking club members who had worked to deliver such a successful event, and thanked the many local businesses which donated prizes and sponsored the activity. John thanked Cooroy Outdoor Power Equipment , Countrylife Realty, Hinternoosa Real Estate, Cooroy Supa IGA, Sunshine Mitre 10, the Cooroy RSL Club, Saw & Mill restaurant, Cooroy Hotel, the Cooroy Rag and Noosa Shire Council for their generous support.

John summed up his closing address by saying,

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“I’m very proud of our club and its members, and I’m delighted with the way that local people and local businesses helped make our Woodcraft Show for 2019 such a roaring success. Thank you!”

Finally, the Cooroora Woodworkers Club look forward to making more shavings for the Cooroora Woodcraft Show on September 11 & 12 in 2020.

Cooroy Drapery closes its doors Cooroy Drapery will close the doors for the final time in mid December, but the good news is they will be opening an online store.

“We will continue to offer the same quality products at the best possible prices with a free delivery service to Cooroy twice weekly. You can phone us on 049 779 4240 during business hours, or alternatively email at cooroy.drapery@bigpond.com or get

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“We currently have some great specials on offer, call in and grab a bargain.

“We’d like to thank all our customers for their patronage over the years and wish you a wonderful festive season and happy, healthy 2020.”

Christmas in Cooroy celebrations start at 6.45pm on Friday night, December 6, with the launch of the Cooroy Family Practice sponsored Shop Window Trail and the lighting of our our beautiful Christmas Tree.

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Well here it is - that special time of year again.

As we prepare to welcome a new decade and a magical time of year, it’s a good idea to keep a close watch on your finances. If you’re anything like me, you tend to leave your purchases a little late and put everything on the credit card. That’s fine, as long as remember to attend to it before the Boxing Day sales really get you to a point of no return ...

Here are some suggestions to keep things on track over the festive season: • Plan the purchase of your Christmas gifts to suit your budget. Write down everyone that you need to buy for and keep your eye out for specials in catalogues sent by many of the larger shops. Do your best to spot a bargain this week and take advantage of the post Christmas sales in preparation for next year.

• Budget for Christmas by saving in a Christmas Club account. As little as $20 per week will mount up to over $1,000 in a year’s time. Where you can, avoid using the credit card and use this savings instead.

• Make the most of our wonderful local markets with home made goodies that can be given as gifts or even better, make your own gifts. It’s amazing what you can find and put together to make a wonderful homemade hamper, and (as we all know) nothing is more special than a handmade personalised gift.

• If you have a large family to buy for, consider a secret Santa gift, where only one gift is purchased but everyone in the family still gets a present.

• Don’t go overboard in the food department; plan your menus appropriately to suit your budget. Most of us overindulge at Christmas time way too much.

• While it may sound funny, don’t forget to look at increasing your contents insurance if you have lashed out on some bigger items for Christmas and if you’re lucky enough to be doing any kind

of international or domestic travel, don’t forget about your travel insurance.

Hopefully these ideas will make things a little easier over this Christmas season and give you something to think about and work towards for next Christmas.

Just a reminder that the Cooroy Community Bank branch will be closed from December 2, to transform the branch into new and vibrant space.

The branch will re-open for business on Tuesday, December 10 at 9.00am. During the renovation period, the Pomona Community Bank branch will be open from 9.00am - 5.00pm from December 2 - December 6 inclusive at 3 Station Street, Pomona.

The ATM at the Cooroy branch will remain operational with the Cooroy team in a pop-up site in front of the branch to work with customer needs where they can. The Tewantin Noosa branch will be available and open 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday as well.

Apart from the obvious visible improvements to the Cooroy branch, our customers will enjoy new hi-tech conveniences. Like our Tewantin Noosa Community Bank branch, the first thing everyone will notice will be the size of our new branch. It’s basically a going the be a community hub with a bank in the middle of it.

We’re all really excited for our customers. Apart from being a full-service bank with industry leading customer service, our new Cooroy branch will be a custom built, customer-focussed branch. Our customers can talk one-on-one with specialist members of the branch team in a comfortable sitdown environment.

I have one more column for you this year, but hope the words above help you plan for an exciting end to 2019 and a great start to 2020. Remember, if you’d like to discuss your finances, please contact me on 5447 7131 (Cooroy) or 5485 1786 (Pomona) 8582 or on email at simone.flavelle@bendigoadelaide.com.au.

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With a month until Christmas, Australia Post is keeping Post Office doors open longer at over 190 locations as it moves into its busiest festive period in history.

Residents in Pomona can visit their local Post Office six days a week during the extended retail hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday, and 9:00am – 12:00pm Saturday until December 22. Australia Post General Manager Post Office Network David McNamara said extended trading hours gives customers more choice and convenience in time for the big day.

“We know Christmas is a busy time of the year, so the Pomona Post Office will remain open for longer this festive season,” Mr McNamara said.

“Extended opening times provide our customers greater flexibility to send, and receive, their

Christmas gifts and cards, and with our exciting new range of products available in-store there is more opportunity to spread the merry this Christmas.”

Mr McNamara said Australians continue to shop up a storm, with online purchases growing over 20 per cent last year.

“The online shopping boom continues, in fact last year Australians spent $27.5 billion online. Last Christmas we delivered 40 million parcels in December alone and we’re expecting to exceed that number this year.”

Along with extended trading hours, Australia Post customers also can collect their Christmas gifts at a free 24/7 parcel locker in over 350 locations across the country, and can track their deliveries online.

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The recent string of unprecedented fire events has sparked Noosa Mayor Tony Wellington to call for closer scrutiny on the use of fireworks across the Shire.

“Noosa Council does not run any fireworks displays of its own, unlike many other councils,” Mayor Tony Wellington said. “However, we do occasionally provide permits for community events that include fireworks displays. It’s important to note that Council is not actually the headof-power when it comes to permitting fireworks displays. Permits for such activities have to be obtained from the State Government’s Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy.”

Cr Wellington said the Department issues permits for fireworks with no consultation with Council. “Council has no role in the approval process when fireworks occur on private land or the river that may be associated with private events such as weddings or parties,” he said.

Council staff only have a role in issuing permits for fireworks when they are proposed to occur on land Council controls. Council has a shirewide Events Policy which generally will not approve of fireworks occurring other than during community events at Christmas and New Year’s Eve. “With the changing nature of fire conditions over the past two years, I think we may need to reconsider even that degree of latitude.” Cr Wel-

lington said.

The Mayor has called on event organisers to rethink their approach to fireworks.

“What we have seen recently are fires occurring well out of season and even in the sort of vegetation that would not usually be considered a major fire risk. As well as being a potential fire risk, of course fireworks can also be problematic for owners of animals, cause noise issues and produce other environmental concerns such as litter.”

“For some years, Pomona’s Night of Lights, hosted by Pomona Community House and Cooroy Pomona Lions, has provided a spectacular laser light show as an alternative to fireworks. This has been very well received by patrons. This modern approach is not only more environmentally friendly, but arguably more in-keeping with the sustainability principles with which Noosa is associated.”

Cr Wellington will write to Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy asking them to reconsider their existing lenient approach to permits for public fireworks.

“It really is time that the State Government was up to speed with community concern about the potential impact of fireworks, the messaging that permitted fireworks displays send to the public, and the changing nature of fire risk in Queensland.”

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Schools join the race to zero Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN) is inviting Noosa Shire schools to participate in the Race to Zero, another exciting emission reduction project for Noosa. “We are delighted that Tewantin, Noosaville, Eumundi, Cooroy Primary and Sunshine Beach High School are already on board and will be ready to use their real-time energy data in the curriculum in 2020,” said ZEN Project Officer Dalia Mikhail.

“Schools are a large consumer of electricity and a great place to teach students how to reduce their energy use.

Through the exploration of real energy data in the classroom, we can hypothesise and observe in real time how changes in our behaviours impact on energy use and the environment”.

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Principal Matt Bulger and Dalia Mikhail ZEN Project Officer Project Officer will be available to show students and teachers how to use this valuable real-life energy data in the classroom. There a wide range of cross-curricular resources on the website to help support classroom use.

Principal of Cooroy Primary School Matt Bulger states “we look forward to utilising our real-time energy data in the classroom, it will help us explore where energy is used around our school and how we can take action to reduce it”. Schools not only have access to their data via the solarschools.net website they can also use the Planet Watch APP. Every school is represented as a planet in the solar system and the physical health of the planet depends on the real energy decisions made by the school. The program is led by ZEN, with joint funding by the Department of Education and a Noosa Council Environment Grant.

Schools in the Noosa Shire are invited to join free of charge. Contact info@zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au for more information or visit www.zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au.

Just when you thought the Cooroy Memorial Hall renovations couldn’t look any better, this magnificent community asset has lifted its game yet again.

With the generous support of Noosa Council through a Community Project grant a new space has been created inside the hall, and it’s a game changer.

Cooroy Memorial Hall has a large auditorium which is the main space used for events, and a carpeted annexe area to the side with a bar and kitchen.

New folding concertina doors have been installed which can separate these two areas, creating a more flexible and usable space for hirers of the hall.

The carpeted annexe area could be used for performers to prepare instruments or change costumes, and with the doors closed offers greater quality of acoustics for performers and audiences alike. A space for caterers to prepare and present meals without distracting from audience experience or a separate space for children during functions such as weddings. A space available for hall hirers who prefer a more intimate gathering.

The new doors simply look great, and the Cooroy community wishes to thank Noosa Council for their ongoing support. Hall bookings are welcome and are made through the website https://cooroyhall.org.au/

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Blast from the past Noel Shipp brought us in a page from his grandfather’s (Henry Jorgensen) farm ledger from 1927/28. Henry owned a cane farm near Bundaberg and just this one page of his ledger gives us a glimpse into not only how much farm practices have changed but also how much inflation has grown in 90 years.

Here’s an excerpt, the prices on the far right are approximate costs of what similar items would cost now:

Car Buick Chef Car Chef Truck Fordson Tractor Rotary Hoe Drill Plow Cane planter 2 manure machines 1 cultivator 1 hay rake 4 scrifers 1 small cane wagon 1 large cane wagon 1 dray 1 spring cart 1 sulky rubber tyred 1 tractor harrow 1 one horse plow 1 windmill & tank 4 shovels 6 mattocks 4 chipping hoes 4 axes 1 spud bar 1 spade Set wedges & mall rings 1 grind stone 2 sets swingle bars 7 horses 12 head cattle

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60 000 (Holden Calais) 35 000 (Holden Commodore) 38 000 (Holden Colorado) 80 000 (New Holland Tractor) 6000

Cooroy General Motors Dealer 1920s: A.V. Lilley was the man to see if you needed a new car in Cooroy in the 1920s. His General Motors dealership in Maple Street (where Daddows Honda used to be and is now a restaurant) stocked and cared for all manner of motor cars from all around the district. He also had a branch in nearby Cooran. The heavily adapted vehicle at left was fairly typical of the home made conversions that many cars underwent on farms across Australia.

Cooroy’s main street, Maple Street (1911): From 1885 sawmillers Dath Henderson and Co. held 5507 acres stretching from Mt Cooroy westwards including what is now the township area. The timber industry was central to the development of Cooroy, once the railway line was completed in 1891.

The railway station was a focal point of the district. Horse drawn coaches transferred mail, goods and passengers to the coastal resorts.

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A Cooroy building company, Braeden Constructions, is very proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2019 Qld Master Builders Assn House of the Year for 2019. The company won this prestigious award from finalists from all over the state.

The home won best Sunshine Coast Home of the year along with best Kitchen and best bathroom. It then went on to win the QLD State title and Best Bathroom for QLD as well.

The home in Cooroy Mountain was awarded Best Bathroom in the State and best Kitchen in the Region. Braeden is very proud to have won this award highlighting Excellence, Craftmanship and Value for Money deemed the best in the state by a panel of MBA judges.

This project by Braeden Constructions employed local tradesman and suppliers from the Sunshine Coast and it is the second time Braeden Constructions has won the coveted award.

The luxury Cooroy Mountain home floats above the landscape, through the use of cantilevered concrete slabs, exquisite sharp clean lines, bespoke brickwork patterns and dark exterior palette.

With French oak flooring flowing through the home, central water feature complete with fish, this stunning abode built by Braeden Constructions exudes class and style. Judged to be outstanding value for money and superb craftmanship, Braeden has delivered the best of both.

Many suppliers, tradesmen and Sunshine Coast companies have been involved in the build which took 16 months to complete. Braeden Constructions is extremely proud to have been able to produce such a high calibre of work which showcases the talents of many Sunshine Coast building contractors and suppliers and shows our skills match it with the best in the state.

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What’s New in Cooroy There’s a lot happening on “the wrong side of the tracks” in Cooroy, with a number of exciting residents joining Old Barn Café at 15 Diamond Street.

Old Barn Café is now open from 6.30am for coffee, 8am for breakfast and lunch until 2pm.

Or why not spoil yourself with High Tea that’s as beautiful as it is delicious? Friday Markets in the Garden start on 6 December.

French & Vintage has two tonnes of antique and vintage stock on its way from Europe, and right now is offering an exclusive range of French vintage jewellery that might be just right for you or someone you love.

Jules Bennett is exhibiting works in pencil, ink, acrylic and mixed media. She also creates beautiful cards that are works of art in themselves.

Jules has been painting since childhood and works in a range of styles.

Vanessa Emery of Rambling Rose has a way with flowers. Her charming posies are always available, but in December she’ll also be producing Christmas gift hampers that will be interesting gift options.

Alleyway Gallery is the newest resident, with a range of vintage pieces, homewares, furniture, collectables, as well as pre-loved and new designer clothing and things for the gardening enthusiast.

Old Barn Café, 15 Diamond Street, Cooroy Open 7 days a week

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Noosa Christian College 2019 graduates

Congratulations to the graduating Noosa Christian College Year 12 Class of 2019.

The students stepped out in style for their formal which was held at the beautifully decorated Saw & Mill in Cooroy on November 14.

We wish you all the very best in whatever pursuits you choose to follow.

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dining & entertainment Small Halls ready to light up Cooroy with music

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Hat Fitz and Cara

Australia’s largest dedicated regional music tour, Festival of Small Halls, has announced its 2019 Summer Tour, featuring award-winning English singersongwriter Blair Dunlop and famed high energy Queensland duo, Hat Fitz and Cara.

With a dedication to getting off the beaten track, the not-for-profit music tour celebrates the time old tradition of gathering in the local small hall for a special night of live music, storytelling and community connection.

Launching in the rolling hills of northern NSW at Mullum Music Festival on 17 November, the Festival of Small Halls Summer Tour will travel to twenty town halls including Cooroy’s Memorial Hall.

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Blair Dunlop

“Blair Dunlop and Hat Fitz and Cara have been chosen not only because of their beautiful musicianship, but because they have the ability to really connect with people through storytelling, the ability to tell a joke, as well as a wonderful warmth and real interest in connecting with the audience,” said producer Eleanor Rigden.

“We’ve also decided to really liven up the run this year - those old hall roofs are going to rock!”

The Festival of Small Halls Summer Tour will arrive in Cooroy on December 11. Tickets on sale now at www.festivalofsmallhalls.com Proudly presented by Woodfordia Inc in partnership with Mullum Music Festival and Woodford Folk Festival.

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dining & entertainment It’s a Jolly Eumundi Christmas Extravaganza!!

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Eumundi school choir

It’s exciting, it’s new and it’s the Eumundi Christmas Extravaganza!

On Friday 13 December, starting from 5.30pm an amazing three and a half hour fun filled, fantastic Christmas show incorporating entertainment for the whole family is coming to Eumundi. It’s sure to be a jolly good time!

The evening starts with some Christmas songs

by Eumundi School Choir followed by more Christmas tunes by the fabulous Park Bench Ukelele Group.

Next up is the Santa’s Festive Show, a children’s interactive song and dance show with costumed characters and fun songs to get the little feet moving. The magic of Christmas will be demonstrated in Nickleby the Magician’s Festive Show performance at 7.30pm. Expect to be amazed!

The Boston Belles singing carols will be a delightful finish to the evening.

Throughout the evening there is lots of other entertainment including Nova Star Stiltwalker

Angel, balloon twisting by Miss Donna from 6pm, photographs with Santa in the Photobooth from 5.30pm to 6.30pm and chances to win great raffle prizes!

The Eumundi Christmas Extravaganza is located on the Market Terraces right beside the famous Eumundi Night Markets so there will also be some fantastic food and market stalls making it the perfect Christmassy night out! So put 13 December in your diary as Eumundi will be the place to be!

A free family-friendly community event proudly presented by the Eumundi & District Historical Association, supported by the Sunshine Coast Council’s grant program and sponsored by Eumundi District Community Association, Eumundi Combined Community Organisation, Original Eumundi Markets, Cooroy Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank and Dan Purdie MP. For more information visit the website www.eumundichristmas.com.au

Get your laughs for free at morning comedy show Cooroy RSL have a special early Christmas gift for everyone, a free morning comedy show on Tuesday 17th December from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Join celebrated raconteur, ABC Radio’s Peter Goers with his many yarns from over 50 year’s in show business. Supported by comedian Anthony Lamond, this show is sure to give your funny bone a work out.

Following the free show, you can book for the special two course Christmas Lunch with Roast Turkey and Ham combo for just $18.50!

So make a day of it and give the RSL a call to book today!

Right: ABC Radio’s Peter Goers

Yandina country music All are welcome to the ACMA’s final country music get-together for 2019 on Saturday 14 December. The concert will be less formal than usual and with a Christmas theme. Please bring a plate to share. Looking forward to an afternoon of great music! See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina.

Our Country Music spans a wide area - audi-

ence members and walk-up artists come from as far as Gympie, Noosa, Coolum, Caboolture and from other clubs closer to Brisbane.

We are a not-for-profit organisation and the proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the hall.

Doors open 11.30am for a start around midday. Entry only $5.

Contact: 0437191004

Social ballroom dancing at Pomona Every Tuesday evening from 7 pm to 9.30 pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall the cost is $ 4-00, which includes supper. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing.

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Everyone is welcome. Phone 0407 456 939 for more information, or come and visit. PLEASE NOTE:- Our last dancing evening for this year will be Tuesday the 10th of December, and we will re-start again on Tuesday the 14th of January, 2020.

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dining & entertainment Youth Musical - Sally Sells Seashells (and you can too!)

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Join the summer beach vibes as Sally Sells Seashells (and you can too!) takes to The Majestic Theatre Pomona stage on December 15.

Hinterland theatre company Zeal Youth Theatre brings this story of friendship to life with a cast of 30 talented performers all under the age of 13.

Perfect for entertaining the whole family, this musical is bound to delight audiences

young and old, igniting childhood memories of the endless days spent by the ocean with an ice-cream in hand. Come along and relive the memories of your childhood summer and experience a ZYT musical spectacular this summer holidays! $25 Adults & $15 concession, students and kids. Two Shows Only!- Matinee 1.30pm and Evening 6.30pm.

Tickets at www.themajestictheatre.com.au

Eumundi Brewers call on songwriters Calling singer songwriters! The brewers at Eumundi Brewery are chasing a song that encapsulates the vibe of their village and the hinterland groove – and they are calling on songwriters to get creative.

Head Brewer (and music lover) Chris Sheehan says they are offering more than just a couple of pale ales to the songwriter that delivers the right tune – with $10,000 up for grabs for the winner!

“Eumundi is a pretty special hinterland town – in fact the tagline for our brews is ‘It’s Pretty Good Here’,” he says. “And we want to celebrate that with a song that really speaks about why it’s so darn good.”

“We’re pretty good at making beer, but not so good at writing songs, so we thought it best to throw out that challenge to the many musos and singer songwriters here on the Coast,” Chris says.

“We want musicians to capture why ‘It’s Pretty Good Here’ – why Eumundi and the surrounding hinterland is just so good, in a song,” says Chris.

“And you don’t need to be a professional muso to get involved,” says Chris. “There’s probably plenty of talented folk who just need an excuse to dust off their guitar or practice some catchy lyrics in their shower singing sessions!”

The Eumundi’s Pretty Good Song Competition is being run with the help of Announcers Todd and Sami at 92.7 Mix FM. Each entry needs to be an MP3 file or a video file of you performing your song, along with a text file of the long lyrics. The song needs to be an original (some of the entrant’s own work). These must be uploaded to www.mixfm.com.au by the competition deadline of Monday 27 January 2020. Competition entry opens on Monday 2 December.

‘Let it Bleed’ fundraiser Put Friday 6 December in your diary for what is going to be a rockin’ night when The Honey Sliders and Tim Rogers come together to play ‘Let it Bleed’ in The Brewery at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi.

They’ll be supported by the fabulous Dana Gehrman. The night is a fundraiser for charity Support Act. From the harrowing opening track Gimme Shelter, to the album’s poignant closure You Can’t Always Get What You Want, The Rolling Stones’ 1969 album ‘Let it Bleed’ was a coming of age that cemented their place in the pantheon of classic rock.

Released only weeks after their founder Brian Jones was found dead in his swimming pool, and only days before the disaster of the Altamont festival, ‘Let it Bleed’ heralded a new sound and direction for the Rolling Stones.

Crashing onto the Australian music landscape in the mid 90’s, Tim Rogers has proven himself to be one of the few true rock stars to come out of Australia. Widely regarded as one of our greatest storytellers and hard rocking gentlemen, Tim is well versed in all the attributes required to sing these songs with conviction. Tim has fronted The Honey Page 20 - Cooroy Rag, December 4, 2019

Sliders before when they recreated The Stones’ album ‘Sticky Fingers’ in 2016.

The Honey Sliders are the Brisbane-based country/rock/soul outfit led by singer/songwriter Danny Widdicombe (The Wilson Pickers, The GoBetweens, Bernard Fanning and more). With a deep love of retro music, The Honey Sliders have wowed Queensland audiences with their annual concept shows recreating classic albums. The support for the night is Brisbane’s own retro groover Dana Gehrman.

Danny Widdicombe has been fighting off leukaemia for 24 years and along the way he has been aided by the music industry philanthropic charity Support Act. In return, Danny put on The Honey Sliders first annual fundraiser for Support Act in 2018. It was such a success, Danny invited Tim Rogers to join them for this special event - The Honey Sliders 2nd Annual Fundraiser for Support Act. TICKETS: Pre-sale $30 at The Imperial Hotel (Ph:5442 8811) or through Oztix (+booking fee). $35 on door UNLESS SOLD OUT. Doors open at 7.30pm, courtesy bus phone 0467 414 171.

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Stay fresh this summer Here’s some handy tips from our Livelife Pharmacy to help us all stay healthy and feel fresh over our scorching summer months.

Use a hydrating Moisturiser To seal in the moisture, right after you step out of the shower, use some moisturiser on your skin, while your skin is still damp.

Generously apply sunscreen lotion all over your body to protect yourself from the harmful ultraviolet radiations.

Keep yourself Hydrated During summer, your body tends to lose a lot of water through sweat, so drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and keep yourself cool during the heat.

Avoid Caffeine Caffeinated drinks and beverages, such as coffee, tea, and energy drinks will dehydrate your body. So try to stay away from caffeinated drinks and try to include more water. If you do not like plain water, you can have refreshing fruit infused water.

Wear Cotton Clothes Cotton is the perfect fabric for your summer clothes. It is light, it comes in a range of colours to suit your summery mood, it is a very cooling fabric so it will prevent your body from over-heating and even if you do sweat, and it will absorb perspiration and keep you fresh.

Don’t Eat Heavy Meals Your diet during the summer is one

of the main factors that will determine how fresh you can stay. Eating heavy meals can be too much on your digestive system. You may begin to feel lethargic and perhaps nauseous as your digestive system rebels. So, eating lighter meals during the hotter months – salads, soups, juices, fruit meals, lean meats are all wonderful, healthy summer food options.

Get a Good Night’s Sleep Heat can really wear you out.

Generally you feel more tired in the summer months than during other seasons. What’s worse is that it can be very difficult to sleep in the summer because the heat can make you restless. It is important that you get a good night’s sleep if you want to stay fresh through the day. A cold shower before bed or choosing to sleep in the coolest room in the house can make the world of difference.

Take care of others Visit or call elderly friends, neighbours or relatives at least once a day.

Check they have water in the fridge and encourage them to drink it. You may like to take them to a shopping centre, library or cinema with airconditioning. Children also need to be reminded to drink water, and babies, children or animals should never be left alone in a car, even if the air-conditioner is on. Ensure animals have water and plenty of shade if they are outside.

health Eden Private Hospital partners with Cooroy State School for mental health awareness

Mandy Gopurenko (Eden), Jo Munday (Eden), Matthew Bulger (Principal), Nicole French (Eden), Adam Garvey (Deputy Principal) with Cooroy SS students Eden Private Hospital recently ran an art competition at Cooroy State Primary School where the students were asked to create a piece of art that represented ‘Happiness’.

“The entries we received were outstanding, it was very difficult to choose the winners,” said Jo Munday, CEO of Eden Private Hospital.

“The competition really opened up a great dialogue between students, teachers and our Psychologist Nicole around gratefulness and mindfulness,” said Jo. A number of fantastic pieces of artwork created by the students of Cooroy State Primary School are displayed in the reception area of Eden Private Hospital for all to admire.

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Fundraising for mental health

The Art Hub Cooroy features Ian Richter and Peter Scott’s work in their latest exhibition which will run until December 19.

Ian Richter has a background as a scenic Artist for stage, film and television. He started working on Neg Image photos 10 years ago while painting a mural. Ian is not a photographer, but rather, an Artist with a

camera.

Making light of the dark speaks to those people who have depression, for within the image’s reversed state, all darkness becomes light and colour is reversed.

It is hoped that by “turning it around” people who suffer from depression and related mental illness can be helped through an awareness and greater understanding of mental illness; people will know there is help out there and that they don’t have to go through it alone.

To that end Ian is donating 50% of any sales during this exhibition to Beyond Blue and Lifeline for suicide prevention.

Customer support is greatly appreciated.

Peter Scott has just returned from Japan and the Gallery is very privileged to exhibit some exquisite ceramic works of art created in Japan.

These creations are currently for display only but all his other works displayed in this exhibition are for sale to art lovers.

What does your poo say about you?

Nobody wants to talk about it, but your toilet habits can say a lot about your overall health.

Do you spend way too much time in the loo or experience constipation, diarrhoea, pain, bloating or flatulence? These symptoms can be a sign you may have a functional gut disorder. It is important to ensure your digestive function is top notch, as it impacts the health of your whole body and how you feel each day. Dietitian and Naturopath, Jodie Persovic, explains more.

How often you move your bowels can be an indicator of how well your gut is functioning.

While daily bowel motions are ideal, having a slow transit time of less than three poos a week is considered clinical constipation, while frequent, loose stools may indicate diarrhoea. Follow on symptoms such as pain, bloating, flatulence, and straining, feelings of incomplete emptying, or even seeing undigested food, blood or mucus in the toilet can all indicate a potential functional gut disorder, and this needs to be managed effectively.

Diet, stress, and your past health history may all play a part in the development of functional gut disorders. An imbalance in the gut microbiota (bacteria and other organisms in the gut), and irritation and inflammation from dietary or immune triggers may lead to increased permeability in the gut lining (leaky gut), exacerbating symp-

toms. You may even fit the criteria for conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).

Simple ways to get your digestive system back on track are: 1) Ensure you get adequate fibre to feed the gut bacteria and help keep you regular.

2) Drink water daily - 2 litres is a good place to start. If you’re constipated, it helps moisten the stool, or can replace fluid lost with diarrhoea. 3) Exercise regularly; movement improves circulation to your digestive tract to support healthy bowel function and keep you regular. 4) Fermented foods e.g. sauerkraut, kimchi or kombucha may provide additional gut friendly bacteria too.

Strain specific probiotics and prebiotic fibres can also help promote a healthy gut microbiota and relieve functional gut issues. For example, the probiotic, Lactobacillus plantarum 299v, and partially hydrolysed guar gum (PHGG) help improve constipation, bloating, pain and flatulence.

These two ingredients have been shown to improve motility (make it easier to poo) and ease the associated symptoms of functional gut issues.

Jodie Persovic is the Principal Dietitian and founder of Nutrition Means. She is also a Naturopath and specialises in a wide range of health conditions. For more information call 0419 668 803, or visit nutritionmeans.com.au

Kindness makes the world go around

World Kindness Day was held on Wednesday 13th November. To celebrate one of our favourite days of the year, The Kindness Club gathered at the Cooroy State School Centenary Garden to hand out 120 vouchers for free ice blocks at the school tuckshop.

To encourage further kindness, each student was given two vouchers - a voucher for themselves and one to give a friend.

Our treats were accompanied with a cheery “Happy World Kindness Day” from the Kindness Club. Word of our kind deed soon spread and we drew quite a crowd!

A huge thank you to Tuckshop Convenor, Deb, for all her extra hard work at lunch time!

“In a world where you can be anything … be kind.”

Do you have a kindness story you would like to share? Please email Wendy at thekindnessclub@outlook.com

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that Care, Support & Nurture COOROY ANGLICAN CHURCH HALL MONDAYS 7:30am - General Fitness 8:45am - Intermediate Pilates WEDNESDAYS 8:00am - Stretch 9:15am - Light Weights Exercise FRIDAYS 6:30am - Beginners Pilates 7:30am - Beginners Pilates 8:30am - Stretch

COORAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL OF ARTS TUESDAYS 8:00am - Stretch 9:15am - General Fitness THURSDAYS 8:00am - Light Weights Exercise 9:15am - Pilates

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$10 per class - $15 Ba ck to Back Classes Classes aimed at over

50’s but all welcome!

Please bring a mat, towel and water bottle For more information call or text Micheala 0449 047 746 @EngageYourCoreFitness

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health Lakeridge offers the latest in skin therapy treatments

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Lakeridge Health, Beauty & Skin Clinic’s DermaFrac is an exciting new treatment that combines Crystal Free Microdermabrasion, Dermal Micro Channelling (Skin Needling), deep tissue serum infusion and Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Light Therapy.

The DermaFrac machine provides simultaneous delivery of infused ingredients in a pain free treatment with no downtime. The DermaFrac machine takes micro-needling to a whole new level and is exclusively administered by our specialised skin therapists. We offer a variety of Dermafrac Treatment options that are designed to improve the appearance of the skin.

How does DermaFrac work?

By combining precisely calibrated needle penetration and unprecedented infusion capability, DermaFrac creates micro channels to the dermal junction while simultaneously infusing topical serums to this all-important tissue layer. The DermaFrac system uses a unique combination of technologies to enable an improved micro-needling procedure along with immediate infusion of a powerful active serum.

The precision-controlled DermaFrac hand piece pulls the skin under vacuum into contact with hundreds of micro-needles that painlessly penetrate through the epidermis and into the upper dermis (the papillary layer). The vacuum permits an allimportant even penetration to the full depth of the needle and can be adjusted to make the treatment deeper.

DermaFrac micro-needles create pathways for introducing the infusion serum into the skin.

Dermafrac skin exfoliation process reveals the new, living skin cells that are soft, smooth & receptive to nutrients. This procedure will also stimulate new collagen and elastin production thus improving fine lines and texture.

The depth of needles on the DermaFrac hand piece has been carefully selected so that the channels are created just below the dermal-epidermal junction and just above capillaries and nerve end-

ings. This ensures no bleeding or pain.

What is DermaFrac used for?

DermaFrac improves the appearance of: Fine lines and wrinkles; Aging skin; UV damage; Sun damage and pigmentation; Enlarged pores; Skin’s strength; Oily congested skin; Dry & Dehydrated skin.

What serums are available with the DermaFrac?

There are four different serums available for DermaFrac treatments: Hydrate – This serum uses Hyaluronic acid with a patented technology called Hylasponge to form a fully hydrated layer that helps guarantee that hydration is delivered into deeper layers of skin.

It also delivers intense hydration to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Clarify – The clarify solution features two key active ingredients. Salicylic acid opens clogged pores and neutralizes bacteria within the pores. It reduces pore congestion and breakouts on skin.

Lactic acid, part of the alpha hydroxy acid family, exfoliates the outer layer of skin and increases collagen production to minimise fine lines and wrinkles and reduce blackheads and whiteheads.

Rejuvenate – This serum has five active ingredients that stimulate fibroblast and collagen production in the skin. They also help relax muscles to prevent wrinkling from repeated muscle movement.

Lighten – This serum utilises Kojic acid to lighten skin by suppressing melanocyte activity and pigmentation. It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties.

How do I know if DermaFrac is right for me?

At Lakeridge Health, Beauty & Skin Care we ensure each client new to our clinic has a thorough consultation in which the Skin Therapist will ascertain which products and treatments are best suited to your skin or your skin concerns.

So get your skin looking its best for summer.

Call Lakeridge Health, Beauty & Skin Clinic on 5442 6239 or call into the Clinic at 11 Garnet Street, Cooroy.

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health Maximise your optical extras

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Before 2019 comes to a close, optometry@cooroy are reminding those in our local community with private health insurance that there are many ways to maximise their optical extras depending on the different ways they use their eyes.

“Our job as eye care and eyewear experts is to understand what will benefit you most and help you achieve the sharpest vision possible with a highly tailored solution. It’s what we love about our job,” says Optical Dispenser Ray Smith from optometry@cooroy.

“Being truly independent, we have the choice of a huge range of technologies and products to choose from when looking at which eyewear will best suit your needs – whether you spend your time in front of digital screens, outdoors, playing sport or just wanting a new look to complement your current pair. We can help you make the most of your optical extras.”

Optometrist Jenny Currie reminds us that “One pair of glasses won’t necessarily do it all. Many people make do with just one pair of glasses simply because they aren’t aware that a single general purpose pair can result in compromising their vision in certain situations. “ Six ways that optical extras can be claimed with optometry@cooroy no matter which health fund.

Digital Eyewear: Eye fatigue, blurred vision and headaches are becoming more and more commonplace, as are neck, shoulder and back pain.

This is no surprise given that Australians spend an average of 10 hours and 24 minutes on digital devices every day.

A dedicated pair of digital eyewear is recommended for people who spend 2 or more hours in front of digital screens, to help protect the eyes from the strain of their changing visual environment.

Prescription Sunglasses: Prescription sunglasses are one of life’s necessities for glasses wearers in our bright Queensland environment.

Now that there are so many prescriptible frame

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options available, almost anyone can enjoy the outdoors with superior clarity and protection from damaging UV and glare at the same time. With summer just around the corner, a pair of prescription sunglasses is the perfect way to maximise one’s optical extras.

Contact Lenses: Contact lenses give people the freedom they need when glasses can get in the way. Like for sport, travel, weekends and special occasions. The everyday pair simply doesn’t meet every need. With the latest technologies in contact lenses, even the multifocal wearer can see as clearly at varying distances as they would with glasses.

Reading Glasses: Close up activities like reading and computer work can put a strain on the eyes and neck. Progressive powered lenses (also known as multifocals) can eliminate the need to constantly remove or peer over the top of a pair of glasses. Depending on one’s level of cover, reading glasses are often completely covered by optical benefits.

Sports Eyewear: Prescription sports-specific eyewear are designed to protect the eyes from both injury and harmful UV rays. Something an everyday pair is not built to do. Sports eyewear can enhance one’s performance and visual comfort on the field.

Driving Glasses: Vision is responsible for around 90% of the information we use for driving, which is why even a small change in vision is cause for concern. Poor vision is a contributor to road accidents and yet it’s a risk every driver can easily reduce with a regular eye examination and the right eyewear recommendation. optometry@cooroy has been proudly servicing the Cooroy community for twelve years. The team, with their decades of collective experience, can recommend wise ways to invest one’s optical extras this year. optometry@cooroy can be contacted on 5442 5555 and is located at 62 Maple Street. www.optometryatcooroy.com.au

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COOROY RAG Main house, studio, sheds, pool & more

Bed 5; Bath 3; Car 11; Pool, 23 acres This 23-acre property has on offer spectacular views, a quality home, granny flat, sparkling pool, good grazing land, dams, sheds and more.

This is one of those properties that offers enviable peace and privacy, yet is just minutes to cafes, restaurants and schools.

The infrastructure is excellent, with a long bitumen driveway to the house, lock-up undercover parking for 11 vehicles, sheds, an abundance of rainwater storage, a 5.6 kw solar system, paddocks and dams. The main house is immaculate and full of natural light with the perfect north-facing aspect and a view of Mt Cooroora.

All four bedrooms have built-in robes and two enjoy that stunning mountain vista. They are in separate wings that close off from the two separate, spacious, air-conditioned living areas. You’ll love the vaulted ceilings, slow combustion wood fire heater and low maintenance tiles throughout.

The home features wraparound verandas with glass sliding doors opening out from all four bed-

rooms and the living area.

The modern kitchen overlooks the pool and features stone bench tops, 2-pac cupboards and stainless steel appliances.

The fully self-contained granny flat is air-conditioned with a ceiling fan, wood fire heater and NBN. Outside, this amazing property just keeps on giving with a saltwater pool with beach entry, dogproof house yard, 2-car garage plus those spacious sheds that include workshop and storage space plus 15 amp and 10 amp power.

This unbeatable package offers 23 rolling acres, with 5 paddocks, 3 dams, a creek, cattle yard and vet crush.

All this just 20 minutes to Gympie and 35 minutes to Noosa Beach, with easy access onto the Bruce Highway.

This property must be seen to be appreciated, so please call Sam Hargrave Ray White Pomona Hinterland on 0425 777 121 or Phil Hargrave on 0417 750 507 to book your private viewing time.

Modern immaculate perfection

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 2; 1,149m2 This modern and spacious 4-bedroom home offers a stunning native bushland outlook without the hard work that comes with acreage.

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac – just walking distance from the lifestyle township of Pomona.

Surrounded by professionally landscaped and manicured low maintenance, drought-tolerant gardens, the home features two large wraparound decks to take in the view and catch the breezes.

All on one level - with no internal steps and flat entry from the garage and the rear of the house – this lovely home has ducted and 4-zoned air-conditioning plus ceiling fans throughout.

The large main bedroom offers a walk-in robe and large ensuite, whilst the three additional bedrooms are double-sized with spacious built-in mirrored wardrobes.

Perfect for the family or entertainer, there are two separate living areas and multiple outside entertainment areas.

The kitchen has Caesarstone bench tops, a stainless steel, double-door Samsung fridge, a Blanco

free-standing electric oven, gas cooktop and a Bosch dishwasher.

The space under the house is fully enclosed and lockable for storage and a workshop. Everything has been thought of here, with two 5,000-litre rainwater tanks plus town water, underground electricity, sewerage and NBN is available.

All this on a fully fenced and gated 1,149m2 allotment, with a concrete driveway. There are screens on all doors and windows with a selection of Crim Safe screens. Boasting established fruit trees and four vegetable gardens, this home offers a wonderful food forest. The fruit trees include plums, dates, dragon fruit, passionfruit, kumquat, limes, apples and more.

This is a property that offers all the perks of country living – without the hard work – and is just 30 minutes from the Noosa beaches, 40 minutes from Sunshine Coast Airport and within easy driving of all the other hinterland village towns.

Just move in and enjoy the lifestyle! But first call Sam Hargrave 0425 777 121 – Ray White Pomona Hinterland

Retro-style home - 1.8 acres - walk to everything + subdivision potential

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 6; 7302m2 (1.8acres) With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1.8 acres, just a short walk from Pomona’s shops, schools and cafes, this groovy retro-style home ticks the boxes! Peaceful, private and set well back from the road, 8 Mountain Street, comes with the added bonus of concept plans for future sub-division should you wish to cash in.

Freshly painted and set amongst the trees, this high-set home offers something quite unique. With no mowing to worry about and easy-care gardens, the architectural style is striking.

Stylishly renovated to reflect the era, the home features large windows and sliding doors to bring the outside in. With gorgeous over-sized tiles throughout the living areas and screened louvres, the home is noticeably cooler in summer than surrounding properties.

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nate benchtops and cupboards, a Bosch electric oven and cooktop, Miele dishwasher and a pantry, with the open plan dining area enjoying those same treetop views.

Packed with architectural flair, reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright or Harry Seidler, the home boasts 4 carpeted bedrooms and a renovated bathroom with a loo with a view!

Parking for 6 cars under the house, plus a workshop. There’s also a multi-purpose room and a huge laundry downstairs with louvred windows, plus an undercover terrace.

Boasting the ideal north-east aspect from the front, this great property offers you the peace and privacy of country living plus all the town conveniences. Enjoy visiting birdlife and native animals, including echidnas and very friendly kangaroos.

With excellent neighbour separation – and bordered by 384 hectares of Tuchekoi National Park - this one-of-a-kind property is a must-see. For your private viewing contact Phil Hargrave 0417 750 507 Ray White Pomona Hinterland.

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COOROY RAG Extraordinary Property – Excellent Location

When it’s all done for you it’s time to relax, try a swing or hammock under the large well established Fig tree in the front paddock and enjoy the lovely breeze and amazing shade this position offers. Suitable to a wide range of buyers but ideal for the family looking to combine the home based business and family life all in one parcel. A superbly finished property is simply something you won’t come across every day. Immaculately presented this stunning property is situated with easy access to the Bruce Highway and has absolutely nothing left to do.

The property has been extremely well thought out and executed with common-sense and practicality in mind for a abundance of uses.

Entertaining family and friends is a breeze in the 113m2 enclosed entertaining area. This area is complete with wall fans and is fully screened, open the bi-fold plantation shutters and allow the flow of nature into the home. The current owners have entertained large family gatherings and Friday afternoon happy hours in the multipurpose bar and outdoor kitchen with its blend of rustic character of the timber bar with lighting to set the scene for the night time celebrations to the BBQ and Industrial Rangehood. To complete this area guests can

access the third bathroom situated just off this outdoor area. Plenty of bench space and perfectly positioned for entertaining, this will be the hub of your new home and a sensational, expansive area to enjoy with family & friends. It just doesn’t stop there, easy access to the salt water pool with spa adjoins your outdoor area offering a safe and secure area for the kids to play and enjoy the lifestyle this property exudes.

This impressive, spacious and well-designed home is fully security screened and has a lovely, warm and inviting feeling, something you will appreciate the moment you enter the property and boasting numerous practical features for various family situations. The main living area has great flow including a large, well-placed kitchen with double sink island bench and plenty of cupboard space. Enjoy the spacious open plan dining and living area with wood heater and split system air conditioner and separate formal lounge. At one end of the home you will find a generous sized guest/media room with a split system air conditioner, shower and toilet which leads directly to the entertaining area. The home includes three additional bedrooms with built in robes, fans and one with a split system air conditioner.

The large office also air conditioned has independent access from outside and is ideal for the home based business. Situated to the opposite end of the home is the master bedroom also air conditioned with generous walk in robe, ensuite with double basins and spa bath. Two street front access via the solar front gate and electric rear gate is another unique special feature to this property with easy and practical all weather access to the 24.5m x 9m shed, a rare find and includes features such as 4 roller door access complete with 3.6m clearance, mezzanine floor for additional storage, an undercover extension consisting of 8 inch reinforced concrete, 5m clearance at the centre and 3 phase power. Additional to this

shed is the 9m x 6m shed at the front of the home but private from the road. Fully fenced for horses with the rustic charm of post & rail fencing and divided into 3 paddocks with water connected to each.

For the family pet the property is fitted with hidden dog fencing around the house yard.

Two stables with walk through feed shed and tack room completed with concrete floor is conveniently positioned and is located in the rear paddock. The property is connected to 3 phase, 5 KW solar system and is not only connected to town water but it also carries approximately 35,000 lts of rain water plumbed.

This home will impress the most fastidious of buyers with a multitude of practical business and family uses.

To receive the full property information memorandum and arrange your inspection today contact Justine O’Donnell 0499 024 588 or Vicki Pain 0427 655 209 or Justine O’Donnell 0499 024 588 at Ray White Rural Eumundi

Peace, Privacy, Position!

Eumundi is a quaint, hinterland town that is famous for its artisan markets held each Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. This beautiful town is 15km inland from Noosa, boasts wide streets, towering heritage listed fig trees and is on the ‘must see’ list of every Sunshine Coast tourist and local.

The marketplace is full of locally-made produce, handcrafted goods, sustainable textiles and alternative remedies along with some amazing street food. The food stalls, with their multicultural cuisine, vie for the attention of the marketgoers, who are all eager to get their fill of delicious dishes along with a fresh juice or coffee. Added to this along the main street you will find cafes and eateries including the Eumundi Imperial Pub and Joe’s Waterhole. This has made Eumundi and the surrounding area a haven for families who fall in love with this area.

If you have been searching for somewhere to live where you can have a peace, privacy and position then look no further. With the added benefits of being close to Noosa beaches and easy access to the Bruce Highway, Eumundi is a great

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place to focus.

The properties in the area offer a mix of charming family homes and new residential homes on generous blocks, some with great views across the countryside and capturing the breezes. In other parts of Eumundi, small lifestyle acreages are dotted across the rolling landscape with room for a horse or two, cattle, ducks or chickens.

Ray White Eumundi is located right in town opposite the markets and is currently selling a beautiful lifestyle property on 2 ½ acres with park like gardens absolutely perfect for a family. To check out this enviable lifestyle location here is your opportunity. Alternately, if you are thinking of relocating and selling your home please call Rita Malone of 0434 140 940 or call in for a chat so you don’t miss out!

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COOROY RAG Hamptons inspired hinterland haven

GREA TER GREATT LITTLE SSTTAR ARTER

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• Positioned in the Mary Valley • Situated on 1004m2 of northerly facing land • Queensland style home • Located in a quiet street • 20 minutes to Gympie • Undergone some renovation

9 MARY STREET, AMAMOOR

PRICE $295,000

L/N 7591

POSITION, VVALUE ALUE & VIEWS

Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 2 Offers over $775,000 This Hamptons-inspired character home is immaculately presented and will afford new owners a great hinterland lifestyle. Positioned on a partially cleared and landscaped 4669sqm north-east facing block, the home enjoys filtered views to Noosa North Shore and beyond through the native bush surrounds.

Current owners have made several improvements, including fresh paint inside and out, plantation shutters, new lighting and ducted air-conditioning (which you can control from your mobile phone). The open-plan living area also features a combustion wood fire for cosy win-

ter evenings.

Gleaming timber floors and high, exposed-beam ceilings add to the charm, as does the country-style kitchen, which features a 900mm stand-alone oven, gas cooktop, plumbed in fridge, soft close drawers and stone benchtops illuminated by pendant lights.

The kids can catch a movie in the separate media room, while the adults cook up a storm on the deck, or relax with a quiet drink, enjoying the tranquillity of this natural haven.

Also on this level are three bedrooms, a large bathroom with spa, laundry and plentiful storage. Upstairs, the main bedroom includes a walk-in robe, ensuite with twin vanities and a rainfall shower and a

private balcony.

Tech lovers will appreciate the ultra-fast NBN, video intercom, wired-in surge protection and low-voltage programmable LED lighting with a wall mounted touchscreen interface.

Additional features include solar hot water, a massive 4 bay garage (currently set up with a timber bar) and side access to the lush lawn area.

Nearby Tewantin, Yurol and Ringtail State Forests are ideal for

outdoor enthusiasts.

Cooroy is an 8-minute drive, and you can be lying on the beach at Noosa in 25.

Contact Kess Prior 0404 344 399 or Graham Smith 0408 874 888, hinternoosa.com.au

Tranquil Hinterland Valley Living 24 Acres

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• Positioned on the eastern side of Gympie • Three bedroom low maintenance home • 695m2 property facing east • Located in a quiet street • 5 minutes to Gympie’s CBD • Great entertainment area catching the breeze • Ideal investment opportunity here

12 MCLELLAN TERRACE, GYMPIE

PRICE $2 79,000 $279,000 L/N 7603

GREA GREATT LITTLE BUSINESS UP FOR GRABS

Land 24 acres $325,000 Have you have been looking for a private and serene environment to build your dream home or weekend retreat, yet still be an easy drive to the coast and town?

Fresh to the market is this beautiful elevated block situated on the outskirts of the picturesque town of Kin Kin. All the hard work is done, just organise a builder and enjoy your new home at this stunning location. The block has an elevated home site, new bitumen driveway, quality fencing and native bush backdrop teeming with birdlife. You will not

need to worry about being built out here!

You will love coming home to the peace and quiet of your own idyllic rural escape with sweeping views and the relaxing chatter of birds.

Kin Kin is a charming Hinterland village with a popular general store with cafe, country pub and a wonderful community. The area is known for its art, food and health & well-being businesses. The town is served by a reputable primary school which is backed by the passionate community.

It is a fertile valley area protected by ranges and is steeped in history with it once

known for timber, bananas and dairying.

The Noosa Network Trail is nearby where hikers, mountain bike riders and horse riders make use of a series of tracks and trails.

You can live an idyllic country lifestyle here but have the convenience of being only 35 minutes away from Noosa Marina or heading north you can be in Gympie in 30 minutes.

The township of Pomona is 24 minutes and you can be cooling off at Lake Cootharabra in 20 minutes.

Contact Robert Farley 0408 478 304, hinternoosa.com.au

ties like this certainly don’t become available often and should be inspected at your earliest convenience. Call today to arrange your appoint-

ment time.

Contact: Trevor Grady 0428 373 777 – Tom Grady Real Estate or e m a i l trevor@tomgrady.biz

The best there is BUSINESS • Comprising of 900 laying hens • Three mobile laying hen trailers • Six feeders • Two IBC water tanks • Three water troughs • One Agri Tom Fodder System • One Sani – touch egg washing machine • Cold room • Processing benches including sink • Packaging and egg cartons

46 BUTLERS KNOB ROAD, ANDERLEIGH

PRICE $1 50,000 $150,000 L/N 7593

LISTINGS URGENTLY NEEDED

Your Local Bloke in the Pomona, Kin Kin, Cooran, Cootharaba and Wolvi area is Trevor Grady.

Call Trevor today on

0428 373 777 or email trevor@tomgrady.biz for your Free No Obligation Appraisal.

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38.69 Hectars (95.6 acres) $1,300,000 We are proud to offer this beautifully presented Queenslander on 38.69 ha (95.6 acres). Absolutely some of the best country available for sale and only 15 minutes to Gympie’s CBD. The four bedroom home boasts a range of luxury features including polished assorted hardwood timber floors, 2700 (9ft ) high ceilings, large room sizes, and wide veranda with commanding views.

These attributes give the feeling of spaciousness and relaxation. The beautiful solid timber

kitchen with breakfast bar, gas cook top and electric oven has plenty of room and overlooks this great property to the east. The property is fully fenced into six paddocks and has a good variety of improved pastures and some native grasses. Water is supplied by three dams, two bores, (one not equipped at the moment) and a turkeys nest which is supplied by water from the bore. An underground water main (100mm) with five outlets in place and had been functional suppling water for small crops in the past. There are also 700 mango trees comprising of 300 R2E2 and 400 Kensing-

ton Prides. The machinery is kept under cover in a massive 4 bay 24m x12m x 6m steel framed shed with 3 phase power. Proper-

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COOROY RAG Everything is done, just move on in!

This meticulous, modern low-set brick home set on a level 644m2 block is “turn key” perfection and sure to impress!

Ideally located just a 5 minute drive to Cooroy township, you’ll love the low-maintenance lifestyle on offer.

Offering four bedrooms, all with built in wardrobes and ceiling fans, main bedroom featuring a good sized en-suite, being located at the front of the property it gives you the privacy from the rest of the house. Separate formal lounge room offers an alternative living space option, perfect for the growing family. Open plan kitchen, dining and

lounge room leads you to the covered alfresco entertaining area.

Double lock up garage, side access to the rear of the property with established landscaped gardens.

Make sure you view this property, it has everything you need to move right on in!

Priced at Offers Over $619,000. Contact our agent Erin Brunty on 0413 162 257 from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for more information or to arrange to view this property or drop in to see one of our friendly staff at 16a Maple Street, Cooroy or 8 Reserve Street, Pomona.

Hidden hinterland oasis

Queensland Cottage Going to Auction Sat 14th December

Handy with the Tools?

Coming up for Auction is this Queensland Cottage located in the small village of Kin Kin. Property Features; • 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Hardwood Floors • Timber verandahs • High ceilings • 802m2 block with off street parking • Approximately 45 minutes to Noosa Auction will be held on site DATE: Saturday 14th December TIME: 9am Please contact our agent Wayne Colley on 0413 162 257 or Michael Robinson on 0431 865 616 from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for more information or to arrange to view this property or drop in to see one of our friendly staff at 16a Maple Street, Cooroy or 8 Reserve Street, Pomona.

FOR LEASE Bed 4; Bath 2; Car 4; Land size 1.25hectares Situated only 3 kms from the township of beautiful Eumundi is this stunning Morcraft built family home positioned on a flat and useable 3.08 acres.

From the private remote gated entry, the property opens to present a stunning four-bedroom brick veneer family home with inclusions including ducted air conditioning, polished floorboards, hand engraved double cedar front doors and a triple car garage.

For the nature lovers the rear gazebo looks over a lush garden with an abundance of native trees of which many birds also call home.

The rear of the property opens to an extensive usable yard with enough room for the kids to play a game of cricket and the future possibilities are endless. Additionally, the property contains a considerable fruit tree collection including passionfruit, bananas, oranges, lemons, mangos and mandarins.

Positioned under 20kms from the world-famous Noosa Beach and only minutes from the as famous Eumundi Markets this easily maintained acreage won’t last long.

Contact Drew Fenton 0487 401 776 or Paul Bielby 0437 346 256, hinternoosa.com.au

Retail Shop For Lease Pomona 4/18 Memorial Avenue, Pomona Talk to us today about how we can help you establish a hair and beauty salon for less than $500 per week.

Hairdresser, nail & beauty, massage operator wanted to take this affordable space right in the heart of the hinterland.

This is a perfect time to start your business. $460 P/W + OUTS + GST

For more information please contact

Jessie Allen 0419 765 971

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Treatment rooms; Offices; Retail; Pop-up Shop?

80m2 in Cooroy CBD would suit any of these uses.

Undercover parking; Modern Building; No Body Corporate.

AVAILABLE NOW Phone Owner: 0417 606 259 / 0417 606290

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ianschumer68@gmail.com www.gildtonhomemaintenance.com.au

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

HOME CLEANING

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

Do you want your Home to SPARKLE?

HINTERLAND LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

• Experienced • Local • Reliable • References available Yard Work Also Available Call Lesley

0419 786 647 - 5447 7129

SMALL ACREAGE & RESIDENTIAL MOWING • Gardening • Gutter Cleaning • General Maintenance

Russ Curtis

0417 775 383

russcurt1969@gmail.com

EXCAVATOR • LAND CLEARING • FIRE ACCESS TRACKS • FENCE LINES • LANTANA INFESTATIONS • TREES & RE-GROWTH • STUMP GRINDING

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ALL Property Maintenance with Your Local Bloke ALL Equipment - Excavation, Mowing & Slashing ALL Landscape Supplies ALL Pretty Bloody Good ALL WATER DELIVERIES Call, Text or Email Paul Mobile: 0409 470 399 - Office: 5442 8122 Email: pbgmaintenance@tpg.com.au

Elona Bosboom

CARPET CLEANING & PEST CONTROL

QBCC Lic no. 1119365

Adver tise your Trade PH: 5442 6699 www.cooroyrag.com.au

TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY PLUMBING

MOWING & MAINTENANCE

PUMPS

TREE SURGEON

Bruce Forsyth

COOROY PUMPS SALES & SERVICE • PLUMBING • GAS FITTING • New Work • Renovation • Maintenance Work QBCC:1171644

Locally Owned & Operated

PAINTING

Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy Call Bruce

QBSA 732 155

Steep Slopes NO Problem - if we can’t Zero Turn it we can Remote Control it!

ALL PUMP REPAIRS AGENTS FOR • DAB • ONGA

S E C I V R E TREE S

PH: 0421 792 236

0408 713 261

PLUMBING

SEPTIC TANK

TROPHIES & ENGRAVING

40 YEARS LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

• Engraving & Laser Engraving • Embroidery • Sports Awards/Trophies • Customised Stamps • Name Badges/ID Cards • Promotional Items

www.suttonscleaning.com.au

Phone: 5447 6477

4/10 Venture Drive, Noosaville sales@noosatrophycentre.com www.noosatrophycentre.com

SLASHING

TRUCK HIRE

SLASHING & MOWING

POMONA TILT & CRANE TRUCK HIRE

Electrical Lic: 70343

Cooroy Plumbing Services RELIABILITY is our TRADEMARK All Plumbing, Drainage & Gas Fitting For a fast, friendly & efficient service

Clayton J Francis QBSA LIC NO 531482

Call 5442 6788

MEMBER MASTER PAINTERS AUSTRALIA PO Box 17, Cooroy Qld 4563

After hours & weekends 0418 711 438 QBSA No: 50098

PH: 5447 7383 - Mobile: 0418 715 114 Email:francps@bigpond.net.au

PLUMBING

PAINTING

• Septic Tanks • Treatment Plants • Grease Trap • Oil Arrestors • Liquid Waste • Commercial & Domestic

Specialising in Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, New Work & Repairs For a Quality Finish Call Mark

DAVE RAYMONT

0403 264 048

PHONE: 5449 8887

TRANSPORTING • Cars • Machinery • Containers etc

Stan Kidd

0419 780 747

evanspainting@live.com.au BSA 727850

POOLS & SERVICING

PAINTING

SMASH REPAIR

WATER DELIVERIES

COOROY HINTERLAND • Domestic & Commercial • New & Repaints • Specialising in • Queenslander’s - decks & all timber coatings • Roof painting & restoration • High pressure cleaning

QBSA 1129706

No job too big or small Free Quotes

• • • • • • •

WATER DELIVERIES

We come to you . . .

QBCC Pool Safety Inspections Pool Servicing Digital Water Testing Pool Products Pump Repairs LED Lighting Insallation/Upgrade Pool Heating

PH: 1800 786 693

email: br.paintingservice@live.com.au

sunnypoolandspa@bigpond.com www.sunnypoolandspa.com.au

Cnr Johnson Court & Jarrah Street Cooroy Q 4563 Fax: 5442 5982 csr@spiderweb.com.au

PEST CONTROL

PUMPS & SOLAR

TELEVISION / ANTENNA

Noosa Shire Safe Homes

COOROY

0409 064 871

Termite RESCUE Trusted Local Technician

PUMPS & SOLAR

www.cooroypestcontrol.com.au

• Pressure Pumps • Solar Pumps • Bore Pumps • Pool Pumps • Windmills & Tanks • Irrigation

Treatments or Inspections

5472 0141

Contact us on

5447 6832 - 0499 019 887 QBCC 118 2646

7A Diamond Street Cooroy

Paul Best Digital

Antenna Installations

• TV Antennas • Tuning and Set up • TV • Recorders • HiFi

Prompt Service PH: 0413 699 572

10,000 Litre Tank Pool & Water Tank Top ups Locally owned & operated

Servicing Cooroy, Hinterland & surrounds

Kim R ohde Rohde

040 7 388 992 407

www.cooroyhinterlandwaterdeliveries.com.au

Adver tise Advertise your TTrrade PH: 5442 6699 www.cooroyrag.com.au

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Empowering students

Respected LOCALS servicing the Cooroy Community

Cnr Johnson Court & Jarrah St, Cooroy

Phone Tom & Debbie 5442 5088

COOROY AUTO WRECKERS & ENGINE CENTRE

Last week marked the end of the Sports Rec Program for 2019 with the year 6 Cooroy State School students.

“Impact Boxing is proud to be able to play a voluntary part of such a great program,” said trainer Mark Evans.

“The Sports Rec Program is a fantastic initiative by the Cooroy State School designed to give the kids choices through sport by providing them with various sports to choose from and try out, instead of pushing them down the football and cricket funnel. Each week in term 4 a different class of students turn up to the gym to try boxing.

Most have only ever seen a boxing gym on the TV. “The enthusiasm and excitement when they first walk into the gym is priceless,” said Mark.

“Once again it’s been a pleasure working with the Staff and students this year and we look forward to doing it all over again next year.”

Cooroy 8-Ball Comp

• NEW & USED PARTS • ENGINE RECOND • ALL MECHANICAL REPAIRS • CYLINDER HEAD REPAIRS • FULL FITTING SERVICE AVAILABLE • FREE WRECK REMOVAL

PHONE 5447 6033 COOROY MOUNTAIN RD, COOROY

Bridgestone Service Centre

Cooroy 8-Ball club hold a Wednesday night competition at the Cooroy Hotel. $5 entry, up to $200 cash prizes every week. Second chance round, 2 chances at the cash.

6.30pm start, join up till 7pm. Cut off is 32 players.

For more information call Frank on 0408 079 359.

Last week’s winner Liam, 2nd Hallam, 3rd Nathan, 4th Marcus, 5th John, 6th Shaun.

MOTOR TRADERS ASSN OF QLD

CLASSIC SERVICE & QUALITY Factory Street Pomona (Beside the Laundromat)

PHONE: 5485 0444 • Vehicle Modification • Roadworthy & Machinery Certificates • Tyres & Batteries • Log Book Servicing • Tuning & Repairs • EFI Diagnosis & Repairs • Intake DPF & Fuel system cleans • Brake, Disc & Drum Machining LATEST EQUIPMENT FOR FULLY COMPUTERISED WHEEL BALANCE & ALIGNMENTS

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Merry Christmas & Thankyou to our customers & community for your support A Safe & Happy New Year from Andrew & the Team www.cooroyrag.com.au

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Cooroy Eumundi Cougars Master Blasters Junior Blasters is for kids new to cricket with participants building their skills through fun, game based activities. The games are designed for small groups to ensure every child gets a go, allowing them to test and learn new skills. When they have mastered the basics they graduate to Master Blasters where they play modified games of cricket.

Master Blasters is a super fun, social, safe, cricket program for boys and girls aged 7 to 10. The program is much shorter than traditional cricket, with a maximum of 90 minutes playing time.

Noosa Hinterland Golf The most memorable golf and social experience

Cooroy Eumundi Cougars Master Blasters 2019 With coach Jimmy

www.cooroyrag.com.au

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TWIGGY STICKS HOT OT MILD

20

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$

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AUSTRALIAN CHICKEN BREAST FILLETS

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Specials from 4-12-2019 - 10-12-2019 - While Stocks Last

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