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OVER 150 children from Noosa Christian College took part in a miniOlympic Day to encourage children to get active as part of the Prime Minister’s Olympic Challenge. The Prime Minister’s Olympic and Paralympic Challenges tap into the spirit of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, encouraging primary school-aged children to participate for a gold, silver,

bronze or participation certificate, emulating their heroes competing in London. Children were given the opportunity to try a number of sports including athletics, basketball, gymnastics and tennis (to name a few) in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. The event was run by local clubs who fully support the importance of getting more children involved in sport. Cr Wellington officially opened the ceremony.

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So the politicians have gathered another substantial rise in their pay, Accepted with great reluctance, at least that’s what they say. The Feds get theirs first, of course, and down the rise will filter, To the pollies in the states, to keep the plan in kilter. The senior public servants, remember, got their rises somewhat previous, Back dated, of course, it all smacks of perhaps a little bit devious. But the pollies’ one is just in base pay, with them it’s just the deal, And when you consider their allowances, it borders on the unreal, All the perks that they enjoy, it flows on from the job, They’re the things that lift the pollies, above the ordinary mob. Travel, accommodation, meals, the privileges abound, Even without their salary, there is plenty to go around. The way the public are fed up, it’s not performance pay you know, Although it’s such a circus, clown performance may be the go. Some, of course, are prima donnas, so appearance money is possibly payable, But wouldn’t it be nice perhaps, if disappearance money were available. So keep your chins up, good people, as you tighten your budgetary belt, They tell you it’s all for Australia, so don’t let your sympathy melt. The pollies say they’re guided by principle, not money and all that, If you believe that, my friend, you believe the earth is flat. Jim Dunstan

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THE “Back to the Hall” cook book is currently underway. Yvonne Pattinson, who is collecting the recipes says she has received many but needs lots more. “Recipes can be in your own name or in memory of someone,” said Yvonne. “For example, I have a recipe of Mrs Greta Warner who ran Hoi in the Hall during the 1960’s and 70’s. I am sure there are many people from

the past who were associated with the hall and with Cooroy. This is an opportunity to have their names in print. I can add a short story about the person and a photo if required. “I would like to get the book out well before Christmas. If you have a recipe, please fill in the recipe sheet (which you can collect from the RSL) and return to justyvonne@bigpond.com of leave at the RSL reception.”

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Where’s the rolled up Rag? FOR those who would like to enter the ‘Where’s the Rolled Up Rag’ Competition, here’s what it’s about: In each edition of the Cooroy Rag we are placing the above photo (smaller version) in one of the advertisements for you to try and find. We’ll be making it as difficult as possible (a bit like ‘Where’s Wally). All you have to do is email us at editorial@cooroyrag. com.au or post your entry to: ‘Where’s the rolled up rag competition’, PO Box 898, Cooroy, 4563, and let us know which ad you found it in and the page number along with your name,

address and phone number so we cantact you. The first correct entry drawn will win a $25 dinner voucher at the Cooroy RSL Club. Entries will be drawn on August 9.

Congratulations to the winner of the last edition’s ‘Where’s the Rolled Up Rag Competition’ Tony Bonnell of Cooroy who correctly found it in the King of the Mountain ad on Page 13.

news Local business supported at Cooroy Library SUNSHINE Coast Council is proud to announce the launch of free sessions to support small business at Cooroy Library. Division 12 Councillor Tony Wellington said the information sessions are in line with council’s vision for a robust economy by providing support for local businesses. “We understand the challenges small business faces and we are pleased to offer a large variety of free business, marketing and technology based workshops.” Councillor Wellington said. “The workshops are popular for small business to continue to learn and adapt in an ever changing business environment. “In fact, due to their popularity some of the professional presenters have run multiple sessions, held at the ten Sunshine Coast library branches. These sessions are aimed at established business owners, home based businesses, e-businesses and new business people. “Feedback from local business has been very positive with new sessions and relevant topics sourced from the local business sector. “We encourage the business community to discover the diverse program of information sessions hosted at Cooroy Library including Facebook for business, Marketing with no money, DIY web marketing, End of year book keeping and many more. “Sessions coming soon include tips for homebased business and how to use an iPad effectively. “We are running evening sessions so local business owners have the opportunity to attend without interruption to their daily business. “Where else can you attend a ninety minute session hosted by an industry expert for free?” Cr Wellington said Cooroy Library recently hosted meetings for businesses and community organisations called ‘Connecting Cooroy’ who come together to connect and network their services. “This actively supports and fosters strong community groups and connections. It is a chance for the community to see what is going on and what is available in our local area and to promote their businesses personally,” he said. “Often people see new faces, learn more about each other and form worthwhile partnerships that will enrich and complement their businesses.” For information about these events contact the Cooroy Library on 5454 9000 or visit www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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Residents concerned about impact of asphalt plant in Ringtail Creek Road Gina Carruthers, President Friends of Ringtail Creek Inc Email theforc@hotmail.com AS you may know the Sunshine Coast Council has granted a lease to the international civil engineering and construction company, Fulton Hogan, to operate an asphalt plant on the site at 33 Ringtail Creek Road, Ringtail Creek, where Allens Asphalt operated an asphalt plant for about 15 years. The land the asphalt plant is to be situated on is owned by the Sunshine Coast Council and the lease is for 10 years. In May, Fulton Hogan submitted to Council a Development Application to operate at the site. The Development Application is being assessed under the State Government Sustainable Planning Act 2009. Under this State Government legislation, the proposed asphalt plant is deemed Code Assessable and not Impact Assessable because there has been an asphalt plant on that site in the past, and because Fulton Hogan’s application is to operate at the same capacity as the former Allans plant. Council therefore cannot require the application to be publicly notified or an impact assessment to be performed, and local residents have no legal right to object. It’s quite difficult to get your head around the difference between a Code Assessable Development Application and an Impact Assessable Development Application, particularly when Fulton Hogan’s Application is for a ‘Material Change of Use’ at the site, a term that most of us understood to mean that an impact assessment had to be performed, and the public had to be informed and given a chance to object. A group of concerned residents have recently been meeting weekly to try to understand the Development Application and the impact that the plant will have on the local community and the environment over the next 10 years, particularly as there is National Park, State Forest and the Noosa Trail network nearby that is used by bikers, walkers and horse riders, and it is in the Internationally recognized environmentally friendly Noosa Biosphere. Our research into asphalt plants over the last few weeks has raised concerns about the effects of toxic emissions on the endangered flora and fauna in the area, and it is apparent that there are environmental issues that we are still looking into including the potential for pollution of the Noosa River via Ringtail Creek in the event of more major rain events like those we have had recently. Residents on Gwandalan Rd, Kamala Drive and Whitewood Court are within a 3 km. radius of the proposed asphalt plant as the crow flies or the wind blows if you like. Studies show this is well within the range that wind blown particles can travel. Toxic emissions from an asphalt plant include volatile organic compounds (benzene, xylene, ethylbenzene and toluene) among others that are

known to be detrimental to human health when ingested via water from your water tank, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Below are some facts from Fulton Hogan’s Development Application. The Plant: An Astec T200 Global Asphalt Plant capable of producing 200 tons of asphalt an hour will produce warm and hot mix asphalt as well as recycle asphalt. Recycled asphalt production may well be more toxic than the production of new asphalt. The development application is for the production of 60,000 tons of asphalt per year, annualised. It is likely therefore that some years well over 60,000 tonnes will be produced. In that case emissions from the plant will likely be greater, increasing the risk to health and the environment Operating Hours: 5am-6pm Monday to Saturday with the potential for 24/7 in the future. The complete Fulton Hogan Development Application and their reports on noise, odour, toxic emissions, storm water containment and acid sulphate soils, can be viewed on the council’s website. The concerned residents are continuing to work towards having the plant stopped before it starts, but that’s very unlikely at this stage. Council has told us that the license will be issued within the next two weeks, with stringent safeguards, restrictions and conditions. However these are never fail safe. You only have to Google asphalt plant toxic emissions (or odours, or noise or health impacts or fires) to see that. Although you have no legal right to object to the asphalt plant, council will take note of your concerns The only way that council can know what your concerns are, is for you to tell them and you can do that by email.

Free iPad for business sessions at library SMALL business owners can learn how to save time and money by booking into free iPad for Business sessions at the Cooroy Library on Wednesday, August 15 from 6pm to 7.30pm. The iPad for Business sessions, presented by local experts in schools and computing, will demonstrate how business processes can be streamlined by unravelling the world of apps. With more than 200,000 apps available today, small business owners will learn how the iPad can transform the way they work by eliminating paper-based processes. Use your iPad to edit documents, access files, create invoices and give presentations while in the office or out in the field. If you would like to find out how the iPad can help improve your business, book your place by calling 1300LIBRARY.

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Literary prize winners NOOSA District State High School students Emily Lovett (Year 12) and Ashleigh Foster (Year 9) were prize winners in this years Sunshine Coast Literary Association Writers Competition. Emily and Ashleigh received their awards and prizes at the annual Awards Presentation Dinner on June 21 held at the 4th Floor Restaurant. Both Emily and Ashleigh were awarded second place in the young adult short story category. The Sunshine Coast Literary Association encourages young writers to develop their talents and they hope to see more entries in next year’s competition. For more information on the Sunshine Coast Literary Association, visit: www.scliterary.org

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AS President of the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce INC I attended an information session convened by Cr Tony Wellington concerning Councils future plans for the extension of the Industrial Estate at Jarrah St in Cooroy. Council informed that it is proposing a stage 1

release of 3 lots and it has a development permit for more. I thank Council for informing the community and allowing comment. The Jarrah Street industrial estate extension has been a 20 year project and now with the new Bypass completed will help service this area as

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COOROY RAG BOUQUETS & B R I C K B AT S BOUQUETS to the responsible dog owners we see who keep their dogs fenced in their yards, walk their dogs daily of a leash, are always polite towards other dog owners and buy bark collars to keep their best friend quiet at night. A & T Schreiber BRICKBATS to the writer of “ Brickbats to bad spellers”, in your latest edition of the Cooroy Rag. Those of us who live in this beautiful town of Pomona, actually have what is known as “ a wee sense of humour” and understand that “ pee and ham soup” reflects this and is in no way a reflection of “bad spelling”. Lighten up! Tola Wright Pomona BRICKBAT to the very athletic lady who parked in the Disabled carpark and prevented an elderly disabled person from parking – very illegal. BRICKBAT the man who picks up newspapers from driveways in cudgerie estate on the day they are delivered before people who work get a chance to pick them up to read them. BRICKBAT for the state of the Belli Ck Road since the roadworks began ... loose gravel has been left all over the road, making it quite a dangerous drive. BOUQUET to Jim Dunstan for still getting his poem in on time, even though he’s been laid up. Get well soon Jim. Bouquets and brickbats are sent in by readers. They are not necessarily the opinion of the editor or staff of the Cooroy Rag newspaper. Email: editorial@cooroyrag.com.au

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Cooroy-Eumundi Garden Club THE next meeting of the Club will be held on Monday 13 August at the home of Beth Watson, 10 Livistona Drive, Doonan commencing at 9.15 am. (Please note change of time). John Mason from Eumundi Bonsai will be the speaker. New members are always welcome. For further information please contact the Secretary, John Fenton on 5415 1213 or mobile 0410 485 285.

THE Minister for Local Government has ‘lifted the bar’ so to speak for former shire councils considering de-amalgamation. Cooroy Area Residents’ Assn (CARA) had a meeting on Thursday night where residents were asked to complete a card to be sent to the Minister for Local Government in support of a poll on the restoration of the Noosa Shire Council. These cards will be distributed widely and will be available in Cooroy at the Maple St Newsagency, the RSL and the IGA. Noosa Independent Alliance Chairman and former Mayor, Noel Playford, addressed the meeting outlining the deamalgamation process. He said a proposal had to be with the government by August 29 consisting of a written submission together with a petition (the completed cards) signed by at least 20% of electors who reside in the former Noosa Shire. After a special review and if the Minister agrees to a poll, a comprehensive report will be made publicly available containing all relevant information about the proposal. This will include the costs of deamalgamation to be met by the new Council, its financial position, number of councillors, divisional boundaries if any, and election timing. A referendum will follow requiring a simple majority of registered voters supporting deamalgamation for it to proceed. Vice President of Friends of Noosa (residents opposed to the forced amalgamation of Noosa into the Regional Council) says: “The Noosa community will know precisely what the

cost of de-amalgamation will be, how it will be paid for and the estimated income and expenditure of the new council. The NIA has already done a 10 year financial model, which will be considered along with its own modeling by Queensland Treasury. It should also be noted the NIA model has not changed one iota since it was produced a year ago because there has been no event that would have caused it to be remodeled. “Whilst we have argued that cost is an important element of Noosa restoring its council it’s but one of a number of motivating factors governing our desire to once again have the right of self government and thus be responsible for our future. Including taking back planning control for the shire not subbing it out to councilors and council officers at the other end of the coast. To control the delivery essential services and regain the community engagement that made Noosa such a desirable place to live. “There are some who place more emphasis on the cost of Noosa standing alone than the right to control its future. Fair enough, but its surprising there hasn’t been a greater uproar from those concerned about the cost of living, over the Sunshine Coast Regional Council increasing rates over 50% in the first 4 years of its existence. “Add to that Unity Water increases and you get to an increase of 70% over what we paid before Noosa was amalgamated. Big isn’t beautiful and size doesn’t necessarily produce ‘economies of scale.’ The recent

report showing Queensland councils quadrupling their debt since forced amalgamation is one frightening example of this false notion. (Debt of Queensland councils has grown from $1.8 billion to $5.3 billion since amalgamation),= Noosa has had an enviable record of financial performance including debt management for most of its 100 years as a council. “At the time of amalgamation Queensland Treasury rated Noosa in the top 10 of Queensland councils for its financial performance. “So yes, financial management is important but based on empirical evidence and compared with the Sunshine Coast Regional Council Noosa has done it better than most.” CARA has set up a special email address to receive feedback from residents on this, and any other matters of concern. The address is caracooroy@yahoo.com.au. CARA’s next meeting will be at 7.00pm on Thursday 23 August at the CWA Hall.

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Wellington’s Way With Member for Nicklin Peter Wellington Hospital car parking issue Although the temporary park and ride at the Nambour Showgrounds has had a disappointing take-up, with many hospital staff unable to access the service, the Health Minister says he is committed to resolving the hospital parking issues. In answer to my question in Parliament, Minister Springborg said he is still looking at a proposed park and ride for Glenbrook Drive, while investigating opportunities to sell government land to fund the purchase of land suitable for hospital carparking. He has told me he will keep me up to date as the investigation progresses. Rail upgrade delayed In Parliament I challenged the Government on its decision to delay the proposed disability access upgrade to the Nambour Railway Station. Recently I put a question to the Premier on funding issues for the Sunshine Coast. He said he was happy to work with me if I could give him some suggestions on funding. I have now challenged the Government to refrain from spending up to $300,000 on frivolous court actions for political gains and provide basic facilities for Queenslanders needing to use our public transport. I also asked the Premier to provide toilets on the trains that travel between the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. It is totally unacceptable that train passengers travelling these long distances need to get off the train at Caboolture to visit a toilet, and often have to wait for a later train to complete their journey. My suggestion is that the Premier fund this toilet upgrade and the Nambour Railway Station disability access upgrade with savings from abandoning the court proceedings high court challenge to the federal government’s mining resource rent tax. Meet me in Cooroy I will be holding my next Cooroy meeting day in the Cooroy RSL boardroom on Thursday, August 16 from 10am. Anyone who would like to meet with me can organise an appointment by contacting my Nambour office on 5441 6933.

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news Download an app to discover the hidden secrets of Mill Place SUNSHINE Coast Council invites residents and visitors to discover the hidden secrets of Mill Place Precinct at Cooroy by downloading a new virtual tour app to their mobile or device. Division 12 Councillor Tony Wellington said Mill Place Precinct contributes to the region’s creative and artistic reputation. It also plays an important role as a focus for the community. “The Cooroy Library, Butter Factory Arts Centre and Lower Mill site are a work in progress. Thanks to a cooperative approach by both council and locals, the precinct is really starting to come alive,” Councillor Wellington said. “To enhance enjoyment of the Mill Place Precinct, visitors can download an Aurasma virtual tour app. “The app can be downloaded free to smart devices with a camera such as an smartphone, iPad and more powerful Android devices. “It can then deliver digital content

in real time including videos, animations, audio or web pages. “The innovative tour guides visitors to 40 points located throughout the precinct. “The app recognises images, symbols and objects in the real world and understands them. It is as simple as turning on the camera on your device and scanning the camera over a designated point to capture the image. The Aurasma app will reveal a virtual tour guide to tell you about the history of the location you are viewing. “This way you can discover the labyrinth in the courtyard, the ghostly mill worker, the story of the pavers, and the history of Mill Place Precinct.” Councillor Wellington said people can collect a guide on how to use Aurasma from the Cooroy library. “Library staff will be happy to provide assistance to download the free app and get people started,” he said. For more information contact the Cooroy Library on 5454 9000.

State funds for local organisations THE Member for Gympie, Mr David Gibson MP, has welcomed the allocation of a total of $85,918.80 for 6 local community groups under two State Government funding rounds. More than $10 million has been provided across Queensland through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund and the Jupiters Casino Benefit Fund Grants. Organisations in the Cooroy hinterland to receive funding in this round were: · ASKA Qld Inc – ASKA Pomona Karate Club, $7,416.00 to purchase a trailer and safety mats; · Cooran Memorial School of Arts Inc, $3,906.35 to purchase a keyboard and PA; · Imbil Tennis Club Inc, $26,957.00 to construct a clubhouse and lay sports grass; · Pomona & District Meals on Wheels, $15,288.00 to purchase a blast chiller; and “Our community groups will now be

able to improve their facilities in our local area,” Mr Gibson said. “These grants let local organisations continue their important role in improving our community.” “These grant programs provide much needed funds for community groups to help them provide the facilities and activities which make our communities better places.” “They are designed for approved not-for-profit organisations and are not intended to replace existing sources of support for these organisations.” Funding under these grant programs is allocated quarterly. The majority of Queensland not-for-profit community organisations are eligible to apply, either in their own right (if incorporated) or through a sponsor (if not incorporated). Information on State Government grants is at: http//www.qld.gov.au/ services/grants

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At the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce AGM on 12 June it became abundantly clear that this volunteer, not-for-profit organisation had another solid year of achievements for the town. The Hinterland Trail Brochure that encompasses attractions in Eumundi, Cooroy and Pomona and helps promote the area to tourists and visitors alike was released during the year and is now in the various visitor information centres around the Coast. The Chamber was also involved with our former council representative Lew Brennan and Sunshine Coast Council in completing the new road to Jarrah Street which is a project that Chamber has been involved in for the last 6 years. This road was a result of the input from various businesses in the CBD and the industrial estate, as well as several community meetings open to the general public. The road has finally been completed and is a great addition as it has tidied up the industrial estate entrance as well as the rugby league area including a new field. The Chamber will continue to work on issues of traffic at the top roundabout, the intersection with Myall Street, pedestrian access for Diamond Street, the overhead pedestrian bridge and access to the highway from Mary River Rd for the industrial Estate. Last year’s Dinner with the Mayor was the last one with Bob Abbot and it was a great success and our new mayor Mark Jamieson has made a commitment to keep this tradition going and this will take place at the Chamber’s September meeting so mark this off in your diary! Christmas in Cooroy was another great success bringing thousands of people into

town from the area and also from across the Coast and as far away as Hervey Bay and Brisbane. This great free event provides the whole community with the opportunity to celebrate the festive season and also provides great publicity for Cooroy with unique events such as the Bendigo Bank Street Parade and the Noosa to Hinterland Plumbing Group Great Santa Race. And of course it includes the decoration of our Christmas tree by Ricon Contractors, all of the Christmas decorations around town, the Guardian Pharmacy photo competition and the QMP Shop Window Trail which all add to the festivity of the town. Cooroy is the envy of many other towns around the Coast when it comes to our Christmas festivities and it is all thanks to the efforts of the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Cooroy and the fantastic team of volunteers and sponsors! The Chamber of Commerce also supplies three members to the Cooroy Lower Mill Board and they’ve had some amazing achievements this last year with the Cooroy Fusion Food Festival and work done on looking at ways to fund the completion of seating, bridges, signage, etc in accordance with the master plan. The Cooroy.com.au website which the Chamber manages is also going strong with an average of 220,000 hits per month and a host of information about upcoming events and activities, a great business directory and lots of local news that is updated regularly. A new Cooroy video was recently posted there too so if you don’t use it already have a look! Peter Wellington MP attended the meeting and congratulated the Chamber on all

its efforts. Our new Council representative, Cr Tony Wellington was also in attendance and spoke to the Chamber about his first few weeks in Council and committed to continue to come to the Chamber meetings to provide updates. The new executive was voted in with a full contingent including some new faces as well as some that have dedicated their time and efforts for years. The new executive of the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce is President, Seb Vecchio from SPV Accounting; Vice President, Durnford Dart of Bamboo Australia; Secretary, Jennifer Sadler of The Forest Star, Treasurer, Lynda Sandford of Billinghurst Martin Accountants, Media Executive, Danielle Taylor of Firefly Solutions, Events Co-ordinator, Tania Stewart of Guardian Pharmacy; Retail Strategy Executive, Lee Smith of Make A Difference Health & Fitness; Website Executive, Shanna Moyes of Queensland Media Print and Executives, Elona Bosboom from Cooroy Car Parts, Tracy Vecchio from Cooroy Rag and Nikki Smith from Cooroy Hotel.

My Tree awards VISIT Discover Eumundi and view the images and stories entered in the ‘My Tree Awards’. Vote for the ‘Living Smart’ People’s Choice award to win a $20 Berkelouw Books voucher. The display in Discover Eumundi will continue until 3pm Sunday August 12 to co-incide with the 10 th Anniversary of the Eumundi Food Fest on that date. Images can also be viewed online at www.mytreesunshinecoast.com

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NOOSA District State High School’s Interact Club was officially recognised as an official, global Interact Club at the Rotary Inaugural meeting held at the CW Memorial Hall on Monday July 16. Rotary Cooroy President David Cramb acknowledged Interact Club President Ben May’s commitment and dedication to the club. Ben May’s tenacity to foster interest in the Rotary movement led to the creation of the Interact Club at Noosa High. Ben May was officially presented with a Charter Certificate, which seals the club’s position as an official, global Interact Club. The Inaugural meeting had a youth focus with many of the programs and initiatives supported by Rotary such

as the Rotary Youth Exchange Program discussed in detail. Interact plans to support some of Pomona Primary School’s Earlyact’s fundraisers this term including a car wash, which funds the primary school’s chaplaincy. Noosa District State High School’s Interact Club has made a donation of $50.00 to Youngcare. An estimated 6500 young Australians are living in aged care nursing homes. Youngcare was formed in 2005 to raise awareness and funds to provide more appropriate accommodation options. Youngcare’s purpose is to put hope, possibilities and dignified care into the lives of young people with 24/7 care needs. Interact is happy to support such an important and worthwhile cause.

FIVE students from Noosa District State High School have been named as the 2012 Reality Bites true story finalists. Finley Wegener, Reagan Greentree, Jayde McGrath, Matthew Craigie and Jack Jude’s non-fiction work was selected from submissions to the writers festival from across the Sunshine Coast region. The students are to be congratulated on their literary talents. The Reality Bites Festival runs until July 29, 2012 and is held in and around the Cooroy Library. The Reality Bites Festival program includes author talks, panel discussions, workshops, and interviews. For more information visit: <http://HYPERLINK “ h t t p : / / w w w. r e a l i t y l i t e r a r y f e s t i v a l . o rg / ”www.realityliteraryfestival.org>/

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NATIONAL Family History Week will be celebrated with a Free Open Day at CooroyNoosa Family and Local History Research Group on Wednesday, 1st August from 10am to 2pm at 41 Miva Street, Cooroy. This is a great opportunity for family historians who have struck a brick wall or those who may be just starting, to come along and explore our varied resources. Members will welcome you and be on hand to answer questions and explain the different aspects of research using newspapers, local history records, our own extensive research library and the internet sites. To find out more phone 5442 5570. The Group’s Librarian, Margaret Rickard will give a talk entitled ‘My China Tea Set’ at the next monthly meeting at 1.30pm on Saturday, 4th August. The focus of Margaret’s talk will be on the importance of provenance in research.

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Jenny Waddell and Julie Dodds, quilters from Patches of Cooroy gave a wonderfully entertaining talk ’A History of Quilting’ at the July meeting. Their talk covered the history from Aboriginal Possum Skin cloaks, to early settler’s quilts, to modern art quilts.

Cooroy Chapter Order of the Eastern Star THE Black Mountain Rural Fire Brigade, Katie Rose Cottage and Eumundi Wildlife Carers (pictured), were the recipients of $600 each donated by the Cooroy Chapter No. 130 Order of the Eastern Star raised by fundraising during 2011-12. Thank you to local businesses who supported these fundraisers and everyone who bought raffle tickets.

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DUE to great demand, the Toyota Tarago (Estima) is now offering a wider range of wheelchair accessibility vehicle modifications to its current fleet. The Toyota Tarago (Estima) has become a popular choice due to its affordability and durability - this allows you to save large sums of money in repairs and maintenance. Not only is the Toyota Tarago (Estima) inexpensive to run and maintain, but it is also inexpensive to buy. Additionally, the Toyota Tarago Estima is also known for its spaciousness and versatil-

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rything seems less of an effort.” His wife Adrienne was just as happy with the vehicle and said a huge benefit was the ease of getting Mark in and out. “Even our 7 - year- old son Nathan can manoeuvre his Dad in and out of the car now which is a huge help for me. “Before I had to lift Mark into the vehicle myself,” Adrienne said. Barry Lawrence, a modified Toyota Tarago (Esitma) supplier, organised the vehicle for Mark and Adrienne and is happy to assist other people living with MS attain the right vehicle

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PROVISION Wealth Management has boosted its advice team with the appointment of a new full-time financial planner. Danielle Culkin has been appointed as a financial planner with the Cooroy based financial planning practice. Danielle has been working at Provision Wealth Management as a Financial Planning associate since July 2011. Danielle has completed a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and has a Bachelor of Business degree. Danielle has five years experience in the finance and financial planning sector both in Australia and overseas and she specialises in a wide range of ad-

vice areas. AMP Financial Planner Chad Monroe of Provision Wealth Management said the appointment reflects a commitment to helping people in the local community. “Danielle brings with her a passion for guiding clients through their financial lives, providing them with one of the essential ingredients to their future well-being,” Chad said. “Danielle will be a great addition to our advice team and we welcome her on board in this new capacity,” he said. Chad Monroe has over nine years of financial planning experience and is a Certified Financial Planner - the highest accredi-

tation currently provided to financial planners in Australia by the Financial Planning Association in Australia. * Chad Monroe and Provision Wealth Management Pty Ltd are Authorised Representatives of AMP Financial Planning Pty Ltd, ABN 89 051 208 327, AFS Licence No. 232706. Any advice given is general only and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of this, before acting on any advice, you should consult a financial planner to consider how appropriate the advice is to your objectives, financial situation and needs.

what’s on at Mill Place July & August at the Butter Factory Arts Centre The Butter Factory Arts Centre SCAP T3 - Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2012 A showcase of the Sunshine Coast’s young and emerging tertiary artists. The aim of SCAP T3 is to encourage and promote the region’s young and emerging artists, to foster creativity, and to raise awareness of the creative educational opportunities on the Sunshine Coast. Entries close Friday 6 July 2012. Exhibition Dates 20 July - 25 August 2012 Official Opening 26 July 6:00pm Meet the Artists T@3 with 3 of the exhibiting artists August 7 at 3pm includes afternoon tea Storytelling at the Butter Factory Arts Centre Wednesday 25 July 9.30-10.30am A session for the under 5’s and families. Storytelling will be followed by a toddler tour of the current exhibition and a craft activity. No bookings required. For more information please contact the Butter Factory Arts Centre on 5454 9050 Get Creative Saturday August 18 10am-12noon These fun, free, family events will be held on the third Saturday of every month. Enjoy the current exhibition in a relaxed atmosphere, create a piece with a family member and enjoy the local food on offer. This month learn how to create handmade art journals with local artist Pam Walsh. Decorate covers and design unique clasps. Books can be used for writing, albums, gifts, collage or other art works, travel journals. Fun for all ages, No bookings required. For more information contact the Butter Factory Arts Centre 0n 5454 9050 Children’s Art Classes

Acrylic painting and drawing for children with Debra Dougherty. Cost: $80 for 5 weeks or $20 per week. For more details and to book contact Debra on 0439749248. Materials list available at www.debraart.yolasite.com

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Make your own decorative paper workshop

Design and create sheets of ‘Handmade Paper’ using prepared plant fibres (banana stems, grass, mango leaves and bracken fern) and include recycled paper for contrast. Use collage materials to decorate some of your created paper. Cost: $55 includes materials For more information and bookings contact Pam Walsh on 54476598 or 0427476598

Saturday 28 July 10am– 4.00pm

Silver smithing Jewellery Workshop

Using Acrylic: Silver smithing Jewellery WorkshopParticipants will learn how to make a ring and other forms from flat acrylic sheet and sterling silver. They will learn how the acrylic reacts to sawing, filing, sanding and polishing and explore the possibilities of using acrylic to add colour to designs. Participants will also have the chance to investigate use of other alternate materials and natural fibres. Approximate materials cost per person: $60 (this can be reduced if aluminium is used) Workshop cost $55

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Weavery 101 with Rene Bahloo

This course is run by accomplished fibre artist Rene Bahloo. She will teach a variety of weaving techniques using locally available plant materials and incorporating recycled products. Students will develop skills in twist, coil, random and sculptural weaving and will produce a series of woven objects Cost $160.00 plus materials levy. Occasional materials levy of maximum $10.00 per student per week may apply. This workshop will be run subject to booking numbers. Contact Rene on 5478 9154 or tribahloo@hotmail.com

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Intermediate Photoshop Course

Photographer Rick Sherwin will refine your techniques and abilities with image selecting and working with layers, and will introduce you to RAW image processing and HDR photography. Aimed at students who have attended a Beginners Photoshop Course with Rick or those with a working knowledge of photoshop.Cost: $110. For more details and to book contact Rick on 0457 313 727.

Tuesday 31 July 7 pm Meet at the library entrance

Heart Foundation Moonwalk

Moon Walking is part of the Heart Foundation walking program. Heart Foundation walking is Australia’s largest network of free community based walking groups coordinated locally by the Sunshine Coast Council.No bookings required. For more information phone 1300 LIBRARY (1300 542 7279)

Wednesday 25 July (Fourth Wednesday of the month) 6.30pm

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Wednesday 1 and 8 August 9.30- 10.30 am

Oki Yoga

Yoga to warm body and soul this winter. Oki Yoga is fun and accessible for people of all levels of experience. It combines ancient practical wisdom from Indian Yoga, Japanese Zen and Traditional Chinese Medicine . $15 per class casual. Book with Zoe Ridgeway on 0414 846 454 or zvr888@gmail.com

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Pokemon club

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Tuesday 14 August for 6 weeks 1-2.30pm

Bach Flower Remedies course

Join Maureen Le Fanue as she takes you through this comprehensive 6 week course on the 38 Bach Flower Remedies and how to use them to improve the health of yourself, your family, friends and pets. Course Cost is $120 for the 6 weeks. Book directly with Maureen to reserve your place on 0404 122 835 or email lefanue@tpg.com.au. Website: www.noosanaturals.com.au

Wednesday 15 August 6-7.30pm

iPad for Business

These sessions will showcase how the iPad can be used in a business environment.Learn which apps will streamline your business processes, saving you time and money, and discover innovative ways to improve your business using the iPad.Mark from Local Experts in Schools and Computing will show small business owners how they can keep up with the technological pace of their customers and how to use the power of the iPad for the good of their business.Free , Bookings Essential 1300 LIBRARY (1300 542 7279) or online at www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Hew Chee Fong pictured with â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Journeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Images by - Wild Honey Photography. NOOSA Stone Sculpture Bequest winner, Hew Chee Fong, celebrated the installation of his sculpture The Journey at Noosa Botanic

Gardens on 3 July 2012 with a crowd of 60 art enthusiasts. Division 12 Councillor Tony Wellington said the Noosa Stone Sculpture Bequest, administered by Sunshine Coast Council and generously funded by an anonymous donor, establishes a unique â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Carrara Connectionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for Australian sculptors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bequest will create a magnificent stone sculpture walk within the Noosa Botanic Gardens that will add to the existing attractive features of the beautiful gardens on the edge of Lake MacDonald,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bequest ena-

Actors in the White House â&#x20AC;Ś Mortgage on my life AS a person involved in the provision of FTA television delivered via satellite and terrestrial radio, there is always a fear that the advent of greater choice and the plethora of new technologies will soon displace the traditional TV programs and truly free delivery methods, says Alan Dray of Pintronix. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What with the internet providing TED talks in HQ MPEG-4, YouTube quick clips, and a virtually continuous in-depth analysis of human reproductive methodology, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to believe that people will have any time left for Free TV as we used to know it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;However, the great news is â&#x20AC;Ś we still have Canberra. What a great source of gossip on wasted endeavour, squandered opportunity and frustrated actors our entertainment capital provides. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is it an austerity measure that we have public servants multitasking as legislators and comedians or was it an oversight on the part of the average Aussie at the last election? Actually, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite a jolt to the brain to realise people like them exist out there in the community and roam around unsupervised. One minute we have a pollie reliving his fantasy as the lead singer in a 70s rock band and the next minute we have a pollie pretending amnesia and persecution when confronted with a business credit

card statement showing deductions for exploits (which to mention in the kindest terms), should have been conducted at a different address. Damn, who would want to name his kid Craig under current political circumstances? Where else can we watch for free the huge wastage of taxpayerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s money on government advertising or a monotone rendition from the leader of the opposition as he extols the virtues of a flat earth society and 21st century alchemy? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Watch Slippery Pete embrace the robes of dignity as he abandons the garb of decency. Check out the mannerisms of Julie Bishop as she stares down Darth Vader one minute and attempts to portray a feminine compassion the next. â&#x20AC;&#x153;John Fogerty summed it up in Ramble Tamble â&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re selling (our) independence, Actors in the White House, Acid indigestion, Mortgage on my lifeâ&#x20AC;Ś.Mortgage on my life.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a horror movie and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not limited to the six oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock news. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the paradox of nightmare and comedy, which is current Australian governance and its right there on your TV, 24 hours a day. The goods news is â&#x20AC;Ś you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss a single episode either at home, or away, with a quality antenna or VAST installation from PinkTronix. (See Ad Page 5)

bled Hew Chee Fong to undertake a two month workshop and residency at Studio Corsanini in Carrara, Italy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carrara is known worldwide for its spectacular marble and international community of sculptors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Journey is the second sculpture to be acquired through the Bequest for the Stone Sculpture Walk at the Gardens.â&#x20AC;? Talented stone sculptor, Hew Chee Fong said he was extremely honoured The Journey will be showcased at the Noosa Botanic Gardens for all to enjoy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To be immersed in a

cultural heartland such as Carrara and to experience the broader context and application of international contemporary sculpture is definitely a life changing experience that has broadened my horizons,â&#x20AC;? Mr Fong said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As an abstract sculptor I have used symbolism to depict my response to the Bequestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concept brief on the theme, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Emotions of a Lifetimeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;? Entries for the 2013 Noosa Stone Sculpture Bequest are now open and close on 30 September 2012. Details are available on the website www.noosastonebequest. org.au

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Strike a pose for free fruit and veg HOW does a monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of free fruit and vegetables sound? You could be the lucky winner, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy! The Great Greengrocer Giveaway has commenced, with participating greengrocers prepared to give away tonnes of fresh produce. Cooroy Fruit Bowl is one of 25 greengrocers geared up to giveaway a total of 100 months of free fruit and vegetables. With four winners from each store to receive a monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of fresh produce. Customers only need to take a photo on their mobile phone or camera, proving they are purchasing their produce at Cooroy Fruit Bowl and follow the simple steps to upload the image to website competitions.brisbanemarkets.com.au. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Customers should be including themselves in the image along with proof of being in that store, like signage, logos or having fun with a staff member,â&#x20AC;? said Amy Kearns, Marketing Executive of the Brisbane Produce Market. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Showing off their fresh produce selections in a creative way will win points, as will the captions submitted with each photo entry.â&#x20AC;? The photo deemed the most creative, fun or zany, as determined by the Brisbane Produce Market, will be announced as the weekly winners. Customers can enter as many times as they like and they have four weeks to keep trying to win the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;best photoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in order to secure a monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of free fruit and veg. Winners will be drawn and notified weekly with the final announcements on Monday 13 August. Full terms and conditions can be found on the website. The competition is being coordinated and partly funded by the Brisbane Produce Market in conjunction with the 25 participating greengrocers, who are also committed to the Market Retailer Program.

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Sunshine Mitre 10 welcomes Everything mosaic new branch manager to Cooroy

Jon Yappa has been with the company for over 4 years and has held various positions at M10 and more recently as the Retail Manager in Nambour. He started an apprenticeship in retail butchering and moved into the Music industry for 10 years with his family, running the daily operations of the business. He spent 14 years as store manager of an electrical firm and moved from a small county town to his present home on the Sunshine Coast. He is married to Amanda and has 2

wonderful children Nicholas and Cassidy. Having spent his childhood in a country town he has valued the personal interaction that comes with living in a tight nit community and says that he really likes the sense belonging. Jon is looking forward to getting to know the people of Historic Cooroy, both as customers and friends. He loves fishing and thought he might like to try his luck at Lake Macdonald, so if anyone out there has any tips come in and say hi.

ANNIE Bennett has been a mosaic artist for over a decade, selling her art at Eumundi Markets for five years and running Australia’s oldest mosaic supply store on Ebay. Now on Sundays she is offering up her skills to those of you wanting to try this exciting art form. Beginners classes include two projects of either a picture frame ($50) or wooden handmade mirror ($75) using a huge range of coloured pre-cut glass borders, stained glass pieces, vitreous tiles, nuggets, coloured mirror and many more goodies. The price is inclusive of everything needed (materials, grout, base, tools, tutoring) to complete your masterpiece in the one day 6 hour class. Go on, you know u want to have a go! If you can’t make it to a class in her Eumundi Studio you can buy most of the supplies used in these artworks on ebay at http:// stores.ebay.com.au/MOSTLY-MOSAIC including starter kits.

Annual Fete & Garage Sale Anglican Church Cnr Tewantin Rd & Miva St, Cooroy

Saturday 4th August at 8am All the Usual Stalls • Craft • Great Cakes • Plants • Trash & Treasure • Devonshire Teas • Clothing • Sausage Sizzle • Jams • Books

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COOROY RAG Helping Queenslanders for 30 years

Cooroy Probus Club

WITH the recent, heavy unseasonal rain we have had a number of call outs to assist people with leaking roofs, mainly in the Tewantin area. Traditionally winter is a drier time, but this just goes to show we all need to be prepared at all times. We have just completed an induction of new members – 14 in all, so have a new batch of SES volunteers starting down the track of getting the training to assist our community in all sorts of emergencies. They will complete, as basic training, SES Safety, CPR, Volunteering in the SES, Ropes, Knots and Holdfasts, Radio Communications, Ladders, Emergency Lighting, Casualty Handling, Briefing & Debriefing, Risk Management, Incident Management and General Rescue. So there is a lot of training to be undertaken before our members can embark on the more operational courses such as Traffic Control, Land Search, Working Safely at Heights, Trim and Cross Cut Felled Trees, and Flood Boat Operations. Members can become operational some three to six months after starting with us provided they have completed the pre-requisite training. This can seem to be a long time, but as we operate in a zero harm environment, it is essential that everyone is well trained and conversant with best and safe practices especially as some of our activities can be high risk, both to our members and members of our

community. Recently we were sent a link to a very interesting website which you might like to explore. It is a Courier Mail report showing an amazing map plotting every earthquake of magnitude 4.0 or above in more than a century. It dramatically visualises the Ring of Fire and other quake hotspots. http:/ /www.couriermail.com.au/news/everybig-earthquake-since-1898-mapped/ story-fnek2g32-1226423545949. It is very interesting. As we go to press, we’re busy organising our people to participate in one of our biggest events of the year – Pomona’s King of the Mountain, with traffic controllers starting on the job from 6.00am and participating in managing all events. The most exciting, of course, is the actual race which goes straight up the mountain with the entrants travelling at break neck speed in both directions. We have people placed at strategic points with water, first aid kits and stretchers so it always turns out to be a marvellous day. We are always looking for new members and the next intake will be early next year, in February 2013. For information on joining the S.E.S. contact one of our Group Leaders: Pauline Eglington on 0427 349218; for Pomona, Evelyn Buchanan, 0428 571213; Tewantin, Murray Caddie, 0410 512535; and for Boreen Point, Ron Williams 0488 795102.

Cooroy Probus Club enjoying yet another night out – this time at the Tewantin Golf Club. L to R. Marlene and Ron Strudwick, Irene and Ron Scott with John Pluck.

Cooroy Scouts ALTHOUGH there hasn’t been much of it, I hope everyone is making the most of those sunny days. The scouts managed to sneak the annual 4 day SSS camp in on a sunny weekend (mind you, it was still quite a soggy one!). I would like to send a big congratulations to the 2 Cooroy Patrols that went, as they did exceptionally well in the challenge. With about 200 other Patrols participating against each other from around Queensland, both our groups were up there in the top 10. A great effort from the Scouts, and another reflection on both the kids, and the leaders!!! Cubs have been keeping active on their badge work, though mostly indoors due to more of that out of place winter rain! Just another reminder about the next car boot sale is set for August 19th. For all inquiries please contact Kathy on 5485 2368. For all Cooroy Scouts inquiries contact our Group Leader, Elaine Williams, on 0438851474, or visit www.cooroy.scoutsqld.com.au

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NOOSA BILLY CART GRAND PRIX & FAMILY FUN DAY

SUNDAY 5TH A UGUST 2012 AU

You can build your own Billy Cart and join in the racing – just contact the school to register your team

Fun packed day for the whole family

Garage Sale, Book Sale Food Court GARAGE Amusement rides and activities – pay as you ride or purchase a wristband and ride unlimited Wristbands $30 each, or $20 each for Prep age and under Petting farm, Face Painting, Kids Zone, Plant & Preserve stalls, Art & Craft Stalls, Silent Auction There really is something for everyone, hope you can come along and support our school fundraiser

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Local heroes

James Vecchio dressed as Harry Potter in last year’s Christmas In Cooroy Parade THE Rag shall be do- of Cooroy’s fantastic ing a regular segment young volunteers who on our local “heroes” - started donating his our amazing volun- time for Christmas in teers! Those people Cooroy while he was that give to their or- still at primary school. ganisations and pro- Now that he is at Noosa vide services and activi- District High he continties for our community, ues to enthusiastically who inspire the rest of assist the Community – us, and make Cooroy helping to put the Christsuch a wonderful com- mas decorations on munity. For every per- roofs, being Santa’s son featured, Locale helper, dressing up to will be shouting a din- entertain crowds, helpner for 2 to that volun- ing with clean up and teer as a small “thank generally doing whatever is asked of him with you” from everyone. James Vecchio is one a gorgeous cheeky smile

on his face! In 2009 James was awarded the Community Award from the Blue Light Disco crew for his great works. James says he really has a great time with all the other people involved in local events, especially builders such as Darren and Hardware King Tim from Mitre 10, who make events like Christmas in Cooroy possible. He also loves the crowd’s reaction on the day, and takes after his dad Seb with a passion for dressing up! We all eagerly look forward to seeing what the Vecchio family have in store for Christmas 2012! Congratulations James on being one of our local heroes! Since we hear you like to eat up big, you can use your dinner for 2 @ Locale and have a solo feast! If there are any other students that would like to do something for your community, please contact any of your local organisations, the Chamber of Commerce or Sandy Bolton on 54476051 to find out what great fun positions are available.

Barry Teirney THANK you to the many family, friends and mates of Baz. Your help, support and mateship given to Baz during his life, and most recent battle, was truly amazing. You had all made a huge impact on Baz’s life and he often spoke to me about each and everyone of you. The memories made were a great comfort to him. Thank you also for your support shown to myself and my family. You made getting through the dark days easier. Your continual support is much appreciated. Please accept this as my personal thank you, as there are so many of you who sent flowers, cards and messages during and after Baz’s battle. Baz left a huge footprint on this earth, he will never be forgotten. A huge thank you. Debbie Turner Page 16 - Cooroy Rag, July 25, 2012

news Volunteer drive - Cooroy needs you! MANY people often ask why those that give rather than receive are so much happier. Healthier too. Often we ponder this and many from Deepak Chopra through to Mother Theresa give their “take” on the reasons for this. All we know is – it works. One of the most influential forms of giving is volunteering. It creates and affects the attractiveness and liveability of towns and regions by providing services that make our towns into real communities. Just think of all the services we would not have if no-one gave of their time for free? Currently, a huge shift has occurred in the demographics of volunteers. In previous times, stay at home mums and retirees held the majority of positions. Now, there is a surge from the 17 – 28 year olds joining the ranks of the retirees and workers who do a variety of essentials works including marketing, website construction, event co-ordination, welfare assistance and much more. Their reasons mainly fall into 3 broad categories: a) contributing to something bigger than “them”; b) obtaining work experience for their career paths and; c) added skills and resume enhancement for job seekers. For many people, volunteering in their particular area of interest creates new networks, friends and opportunities, as well as becoming an instrumental and necessary element within our community with a great sense of self and greater self esteem. For those that have been through tragedy such as the loss of a loved one, it has provided a lifeline during the most difficult of times, and has helped ease depression and loneliness. Volunteering has something for everyone regardless of age or situation. Currently, there is a VERY short supply in Cooroy, and there is an urgent call out for all ages to think about ways you can contribute to the community through their favourite clubs and organisations. The positions are varied and require different levels of commitment – from a couple of hours per week to many more! Please call the following Clubs direct to find out

what assistance they currently need Cooroy Eumundi Cricket - Jesse 0418975939; Cooroy Badminton - Kris 0407001845; Cooroy Dolphins Swimming - Jane 0437534749; Cooroora United - Melissa 0409499469; Cooroy Horse & Pony Club - Peta 54479636; Noosa Basketball - Nick 54471999; Cooroy Bowls Bevan 0407570318. Sports not for you? How about this. Want to drive the Community Bus? Help with Hospital visitations or welfare applications? The Cooroy Returned Services Sub Branch needs you! Give President Ian Browning a call on 0439828369 and become a part of this fabulous caring network. Still have not found your niche? How about working on something that originally was drafted in 1995? The Cooroy Project is a major community undertaking that will provide an essential “hub” for a variety of services. The initial stages of fund raising to upgrade the Memorial Hall to accommodate these services is underway, and there is a call for interested individuals and Community Groups to participate in/manage Working Groups in the following sectors of the Project a) Eco Sustainability – Lets keep it green! b) History and Memorabilia to Remember c) Adult Training & Retraining – Real Skills for new opportunities d) Tourist Information Centre – Let’s get Cooroy on the Map e) Sharefarmers Program – Utilising excess land for economic growth f) Events and Culture – Bring Theatrics to the Street? g) Business Mentoring – Assisting our business = better economy h) Farmers Network and Virtual Market – Buying Local Made easy i) Youth Portal – Kidz Biz If you or your group would be interested in progressing programs and projects either as above or that has not been included, please contact Sandy Bolton on 0405483579. For more information on any of the above please call Sandy Bolton or Brett Winkler on 54476051.

Tennis Club and Bendigo serve up another ace COOROY Tennis Club has welcomed the news that it will continue receiving funding of the Cooroy Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank through 2012. The iconic club has been in existence since 1938 and remains keen on enhancing its links with the Cooroy and district communities. Having completed extensive works rebuilding its courts in 2010, Cooroy Tennis Club proudly boasts four high quality competition standard courts available for anyone to use day or night. The issue came in the form of all the wet weather in the past 12 months and then the courts being flooded in January. In recent weeks, all the courts have been pressure cleaned by the fine folks at Enviroblast and have come up looking brand new again. Cooroy Community Bank branch manager, Fiona Hutchings said the bank is delighted to be a valued sponsor of the club and is pleased the sponsorship funds for this year have been able to be used so immediately and to great ef-

fect. “I was delighted to see the courts starting to look so great again when we visited last week. The transformation was happening before our eyes and it shows how much they needed doing. We are thrilled to continue supporting a club that’s so active in our Cooroy and surrounding communities and that’s what we’re all about too. Since our branch opened in 2002 the people of Cooroy have continued to get right be-

hind our Community Bank and now we’re able to do the same,” Fiona said. “We look forward to continuing our association with Cooroy Tennis Club and encourage more groups in town to get involved with a Community Bank that gives Cooroy a real say in its own future,” Fiona added. Social tennis takes place Tuesday and Thursday mornings, Tuesday evenings between competitions and on the first Sunday afternoon of each month.

Professional coach Rob Schmitt coaches at the club and is there most afternoons for junior coaching and at other times by appointment. Cooroy Tennis Club also participates in junior, senior and veterans’ competitions on a regular basis and is always looking for new starters to join in. New members are also welcome along with anyone who wishes to play at any of their social events, or to just hire a court for an hour or two.

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AFL: Wet weather won’t dampen the Demons!

FIRSTLY would like to thank everyone for their hard work in raising money for the club this season and the tireless volunteers for all they do. Without volunteers there would be no club (though we could always use more so please help lighten the load for everyone). Sponsors – thank you! Now back to footy and despite the wet weather there was no dampening the Demon spirit for the juniors playing at home on Sunday. All the kids had a blast in the mud and by the end of 4 juniors games there was just a big mud pit and not a blade of grass to be seen. Thankfully seniors were away down at Caloundra as the ground wouldn’t have been able to take that as well. 8’s and 10’s had a great time though no idea who the standouts were in the games since with all the mud on them not even the parents could tell which were their kids. They all got rounded up and hosed off before being allowed into cars for the soggy trip home. The 8’s and 10’s have a big month of footy coming up. On the 5th August they are hosting 8 games of 8’s and 10’s at Pomona with teams from all over the coast coming to play. Then the big end of season carnival down at Nambour the following week on the 12th. Lastly they have been picked to be the half time show down at Metricon Stadium (Gold Coast) on the 25th August when the Gold Coast Suns take on Carlton. Our little Demons will be in the Carlton colours for this game on the centre of the oval (despite one of our home grown boys Alik Magin being a Suns player). 12’s and 14’s both had big wins and despite the

conditions played some good footy. The opponents (Noosa and Kawana) were travelling light on numbers but both the Pomona teams had a full contingency of players and then some (our kids love to get down and dirty in the mud) so a few players from both 12’s and 14’s put up their hands to put on the opposition shirts and make for even sides. Good on you boys for doing that! As it now stands in the run into finals we are second on the ladder in the 12’s and top of the ladder for the 14’s. So we are looking promising for a shot at the flag this year in both age groups. Only a few weeks now till finals start and on the 19th August the Demons will be hosting 4 of the juniors semi finals on the Pomona AFL grounds located on the corner of Pioneer Road and Pomona Connection Road so make sure you come on down to see the stars of the future (it’s a breeding ground for AFL talent). The Masters (those who are old enough to know better and over 38 years of age) are still playing every fortnight. Training is optional (and

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for most non-existent) but having fun in compulsory. Still looking for more players as to have a bench would be a luxury for those out there to have a breather or get the heart restarted. Next year the club will be turning 40 and so Bill Magin is out there looking for some old Demons to help make a big event of it, please contact Bill on 0435 746 822 if you can help (or just to give him a piece of your mind). As mentioned Seniors were down in the wet against top of the ladder Caloundra. Not a pretty game and not a pretty result for the Demons. The seniors now lie at 5th on the ladder and on Saturday 21st it’s a home game for us Against 4th place Maroochydore. This is a must win game for the Demons to take 4th spot back and a place in the finals. It really is a mixture of old and young so hopefully by Saturday the ground has recovered, the sun comes out and the young legs can get out there and bring home a big win (and finals berth) for the club. Go the Demons!

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dining & entertainment

It’s Cellarbration time FRESH SEAFOOD & TastyMonday Takeaway Menu - Closed

Tuesday-Thursday: 9.30am-7.00pm Friday: 9.30am-7.30pm Saturday: 10.30am-7.30pm Sunday: 10.30am-7.00pm

Friday & Saturday Nights Try Our Thai Seafood Red Curry 5/12 Maple Street Cooroy

PH: 5447 7022

COOROY Hotel is opening a new Cellarbrations bottle shop in the old Saddlery building at 5 Diamond Street Cooroy. The heritage building has been tastefully renovated to restore its charm from yesteryear and to breathe some new life into one of the town’s historical buildings. The store, which will be known as Cellarbrations at Cooroy Cellars, will be opening in late July and is a welcome addition to the retail precinct on the eastern side of the Cooroy railway line. To celebrate the grand occasion they will be offering some fantastic opening week specials so look out for some great

Noosa’s Historic

First Licensed 1868

Apollonian Hotel FRIDAY NIGHT

5th August Passionfruit Fools 4.30-7.30 Jam Session followed by a show Bluegrass/old timey

Muso’s blackboard session in the lounge 3rd August

The wood fire is always warming the lounge

Famous Pig on the Spit every Sunday Lunch Bookings recommended 29th July - Col Noble Steak Tenderness NOLANS PREMIUM BEEF

5th August - Terry & Neil Duo

PH: 5485 3100 www.apollonianhotel.com.au

FRIDAY NIGHT Goose Club & Muso Jam

THE IMPERIAL HOTEL EUMUNDI & DRIVE THROUGH BOTTLE SHOP

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LIVE MUSIC Saturday 28th July ............. Smokin Mirrors

Saturday 4th August ....... The Three Bears

Friday 3rd August .................................. Kapja

Saturday 11th August ..................... The Vibe

Famous Jam Session Every Thursday Night

BEER GARDEN RESTAURANT

Breakfast - Wednesday and Saturday 8.30am-11am Lunch Specials Meal Promos $9.95 Wednesday Thursday Wednesday Friday Nights Sunday

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deals. As current customers at The Cooroy Drive Thru will already know, Cellarbrations offer very competitive everyday pricing as well as some extremely attractive special prices with their fortnightly promotions. They also have regular Super 3 Day Sales which run from Thursday to Saturday and the pricing on these specials is red hot so don’t miss out! The new Diamond Street store will feature an excellent range of quality wines, beer and spirits at great value prices. There will be a large range of quality wines and boutique beers as well as the market leading brands in each category including a number of new and interesting selections for the customer that enjoys variety and likes to try something different or new. For the wine lovers amongst us, Cellarbrations will be conducting regular wine tastings in the new store. “Please join us to taste a variety of wines

from the best regions in Australia and New Zealand and if we don’t range your favourite drop please ask our friendly staff to order it in for you. We will be more than happy to do so,” said Director, Scott Armstrong. “For the beer and spirit connoisseurs don’t worry we haven’t forgotten you either! Along with the market leading brands from Australia we will also have an extensive selection of premium brands from all over the world at really affordable prices. “We will provide consultation and advice on a wide range of services, so come in and see the difference.” Cooroy Cellars will be open 7 days a week trading from 10am till late. “We welcome you to join us and browse through the new store and let us help you to make your next Cellarbration an experience to remember,” said Scott. Cooroy Cellars…helping you celebrate!

Fun Trivia Time Again IT might have been raining and flooded roads tried to disrupt the last Noosa U3A Fun Trivia Night at Cooroy RSL back in February but still more than a 100 players turned out for a great night so by popular demand, there will be another chance to win cash prizes and raffles on Saturday 4 August starting at 6pm for meals and 7pm for the questions. Teams of 4-6 are invited to pit their wits but don’t worry if you come alone as you will meet your new best friends and have a great time. Tickets are just $10 per person to play or $20 including a delicious meal. Due to the huge popularity, bookings

are advised on 5440 5500 (U3A) or 5447 6131 (Cooroy RSL). Noosa U3A is part of the worldwide University of the Third Age, offering classes covering computers, painting, languages, history, Shakespeare, creative writing, movies, Opera appreciation, geography, social, current affairs and travel talks, board games, yoga, craft, walking groups, social activities and excursions. Most classes are only $2 a week. The new semester begins at 64 Poinciana House Tewantin on 23 July so call in between 9am and noon to check class schedules.

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Off and racing SATURDAY 5th August 2012 sees Noosa Christian College’s annual fundraiser take place, the ‘Noosa Billy Cart Grand Prix and Family Fun Day’. Each year the school holds their Billy Cart Grand Prix which is so much fun for all ages. You can register to come along and join in the racing; you can build and bring your own Billy Cart or borrow one of the school’s. All school age children are invited to join the excitement of the racing themselves. If you just wish to come along and watch everyone race, you are more than welcome and you can make the most of the rest of the activities and entertainment on the day. There is a range of amusement rides that you can pay as you ride or purchase a wrist band ($30 each or $20 for Prep age and below) for unlimited rides all day. As well as enjoying all the excitement of race day, the College will also be holding their annual garage sale and book sale, which is always a hit. There will also be plant, produce and preserve stalls and a food court serving a wide range of edibles from salads through to hot chips, hot dogs, curries, pancakes, tea, coffee and cakes. Don’t forget to enter the Lego, cooking, art and photo competitions again this year, which school age children from other schools can register to enter. You need to contact the School Office to preregister and pick up the terms and conditions for the competition. This year there will be a petting corner, farm animals, the Kids Zone which is Crazy Hari, Face Painting and fun games to be played. There will also be a Silent Auction with a wide variety of goodies on offer and, of course, some live entertainment across the day. Make sure you put this family day out in your calendar, because there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Parents, don’t forget to contact the school to register a team so your kids can join in the Billy Cart racing on the day. Remember this is open to ALL school age children, and the more the merrier! Contact the School on 5447 7808.

dining & entertainment Buns and dumplings at Dhom’s

DHOMS Kitchen is now serving a variety of delicious steamed buns and dumplings. On their lunch menu Dhom and Spencer have added ‘salapao’, traditional Thai-Chinese steamed buns, filled with free-range pork, shiitake and lup cheong sausage (two for $5.50). Also on the menu is the modern version of steamed buns served as a sandwich with various fillings (two for $10.00). “Our most popular bun at the moment is the twicecooked pork belly, with pickled daikon, cucumber and Sriracha sauce”, says Spencer. “Also popular is the grilled free-range chicken with cucumber relish and sate sauce. Our special bun for this week is roast organic duck with cucumber, spring onion and hoisin sauce.” Dhom and Spencer hand make all their steamed buns daily using their own secret flour blend and fresh yeast. Their popular Laksa Lemak is back on the lunch menu and available for take away. Pho, or Vietnamese beef noodle soup, is also a regular special. On the evening menu Dhom has added her hand made steamed wontons with local minced prawn and

organic chicken served with a rice vinegar and chilli oil dipping sauce. The addition of a paste of coriander root, garlic and white pepper is what gives the wontons their distinctly Thai flavour. Dhom and Spencer are fortunate to have sourced a supply of fresh green peppercorns for this season. “My favourite dish is ‘Drunken Noodles’ or ’Pad Kee Mao’ with fresh rice noodles, prawns, egg, green peppercorns and chili” says Dhom. “The peppercorns are also delicious in our jungle curry and our red paste stir-fries with wild ginger”. Dhoms Kitchen is listed and recommended in the Queensland 2012 Good Food Guide. The lunch menu comprises Dhom and Spencer’s street food favourites from their travels across South East Asia while the dinner menu is traditional Central Thai cuisine. Opening hours are Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Bookings are recommended. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ dhomskitchen. 1a Garnet Street, Cooroy (opposite Cooroy Hotel) Ph. 5447 7710.

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Cooran Acoustic Night For an evening of surprising talent in the intimate Cooran Hall, the Cooran Acoustic Night is consistently spcial. Saturday July 28, 7pm, Cooran Hall, King Street. Come 7pm sharp and put your name on the bil. Affordable and delicious tea, cakes and light meals. $4 entry plus lucky door prize.

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Finals time for Cooroy’s Got Talent THE Final of Cooroy’s Got Talent will be in the Hall this Saturday (28th July) commencing at 6.30. Cost is just $10 for adults, $5 for juniors or $25 for a family of 2 adults & children. Bookings are advisable and can be made at the RSL reception. The RSL restaurant will be open from 5.30 on the night of the finals to allow for the early start in the hall. The results for Heat 4 of Cooroy’s Got Talent:- Senior division -

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Make time for yourself and stress less! STRESS seems to be on the tip of everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tongues these days. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost become an accepted side effect of life, which is deeply concerning considering that stress, although well known, is vastly underestimated in itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interaction with the mental and more surprisingly, physical ailments and disorders so common in our society. More and more studies are being released that show that yes, predisposition to disorders such as a family history play a role in your chances of being susceptible to certain disorders, diseases or deterioration. Your environment also plays a significant role, such as whether you live in a city, or under power lines, and certainly your lifestyle choices such as choosing to smoke or drink will absolutely affect your physical and mental outcome. The often overlooked outcome of these

studies however, seems to show a major trend towards stress being a triggering factor in a lot of these diseases and disorders. Of course there are life-threatening examples such as cancer, heart disease and psychological breakdowns, but it even has a devastating effect on your biological functions such as fertility and conception. The mind is a powerful tool, no Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m mistaken, the mind the MOST powerful tool and is even acknowledged to the point where all medicinal drugs are tested against a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;placeboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; group because it is so common for people to get results simply from believing it. So how do we manage and reduce our stress levels in such a hectic society? It really comes down to one simple, but absolutely necessary task: Make time for yourself!!!

The happiest and healthiest people in the world, mentally and physically, arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily the ones that distance themselves completely from society (and in fact some are very wealthy and successful), they are the ones that designate time to themselves every week and ensure that they get itâ&#x20AC;Ś NO MATTER WHAT! There will always be excuses and distractions to try get in the way of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;your timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and that is really the biggest challenge. So switch off your phone, get the folks to watch the kids, light some candles, run a bath, go for a bushwalk, get to the beach, get a massageâ&#x20AC;Ś just make sure you do it! Life is all about being happy, and coincidentally so is your health. For any more tips or advice or to book in for a de-stress please contact Maple St Acupuncture & Natural Medicine on 5442 5526.

Yoga for back pain relief MOST of us, at some point in our lives, would come up against back problems from uncomfortable to incapacitating. Back pain could be due to discs injury, inflamed or damaged muscles and ligaments or simply bad posture arising from our modern lifestyles thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not conducive to strong spinal columns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; desk hunching, driving, couch slouching. A healthy spine leads to a healthier life. Yoga stretches and strengthens the spine and increases the range of motion which has been found to make all the difference. It effectively counteracts the tightness and weak muscles that cause many type of back pain. Particularly in the practice of Vinyasa Yoga, there is much emphasis on strengthening the core muscles as well. A strong core stabilises and provides support for the low back preventing it from working overtime. Instead of reaching for the bottle of pain killers, which does little than masks the

pain, you can relief back pain and begin strengthening your spine with some simple yoga exercises. One of these simple exercises is the Cow/ Cat pose: 1. Begin on your hands and knees. Ensure the heels of your hands are directly under your shoulders and your knees are aligned with your hips. Pressing firmly through your hands and grounding down into your knees. Gently tuck the pit of your belly towards your spine, lengthen the back of your neck to create a neutral spine. 2. As you inhale, lift your chest and chin, dropping your belly and lifting your tail bone. Your back will look like a little dish. Make sure your shoulders are away from your ears. 3. As you exhale, round your spine. Draw your belly button towards the back of your spine, tucking your chin and tail bone in towards each other like an angry cat. 4. Let your breath be long and deep and

the movement mindful. 5. After 6-8 cycles, drop your hips back and sit on your heels (Japanese style), lean forward, rest your forehead on the floor, relax your arms by your sides and continue to breathe deeply and freely. 6. Finally, make your way onto your back and rest for at least 5 mins. It is important to start gently and listen to the feedback from your body. If you would like to learn how to do this exercise correctly and to incorporate other back and core strengthening yoga exercises into your life, please contact Carita 0431 518 781 to find out about her yoga classes (general, small private groups or individual sessions)

me to further develop my skills in the area of continence education and management, which will ultimately benefit members of the communityâ&#x20AC;?, says Rebecca. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am excited to be able to network with other health providers in this field and make some local connectionsâ&#x20AC;?. People who are suffering with incontinence, no matter how frequent, are encouraged to seek medical advice. Rebecca reports that most people can be assisted with conservative management like physiotherapy, but like all things, earlier intervention often results in a better outcome. Rebecca can be contacted at Hinteractive Physio on 5442 5556.

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Pyjama drive MEMBERS of the community can donate pyjamas until the end of July at the Cooroy Library. The donations will be provided to children who enter foster care with little or no belongings. Donations need to be new pyjamas for girls and boys, in summer and winter styles and from sizes 00000 to adult. The Pyjama Foundation also recruits, screens, trains and supports Pyjama Angels who volunteer to work with foster care children to help with their literacy and numeracy in a fun and supportive way. For further information call your local library on 1300 LIBRARY or visit council’s library website.

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HOLISTEQUINE is proud to announce a series of “Solutions” workshops and sessions which provide the practical tools to meet the challenges of our changing times. The interactive exercises you will do with our equine life coaches aim to balance the 2 hemispheres of the brain which then allows an alignment of both emotional, IQ and Spiritual intelligence. Spiritual Intelligence opens a doorway for us to co-create our future, IQ gives us the expertise to make it happen and emotional intelligence is the “glue” we need to ground it all and be able to express ourselves with compassion and unconditional love. Once this is achieved you will be balanced in your life generally and you will be in a place where you will be in “control” and able to set healthy boundaries. You will then walk a middle ground between selfless and selfish, go from fear to faith and from anger to inner peace. The Holistequine horses are our “people whisperers” who provide experiential learning situations and inspire sustainable positive life changes..............your growth becomes exponential through learning about yourself your relationships with others and your cosmic heritage. The objective is to raise your personal “vibration” and in doing this you raise the essence of “who you are” resulting in a positive effect on every-

thing and everyone around you. Having unlocked the coding of your spiritual potential through the “Whole Body Intelligence©” system you begin to understand and conquer the “subconscious” (which includes all the negativity presently holding you back) and you will have a higher sense of Self worth and find meaning in your life. In our busy world we are predominantly under the control of our logical rational mind. More often than not we have lost the ability to express our truth and to “go with the flow” and if we do get insights and “guidance” we mostly ignore it as irrelevant and untrustworthy. This will need to change if we want to receive the gifts of intuitive intelligence............ because this new “information” along with the ability to co-create our future will only come to us when our right brain is ready to receive. The workshop is on August 11th and 12th at Cooroy where you will work hands on alongside our horses to find your own solutions from within, providing the tools and reference points that will equip you for ‘2012 and beyond’. Cost is $385 for the two days, including lunch. To actively be a part of your Solution journey visit www.holistequine.com or give Veronica a call on 07 55425353 Prior horse experience is not necessary.

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Congratulations Megan CONGRATULATIONS to Megan Oberhoster who has recently completed her hairdressing apprenticeship with Let’s Talk Hair in Garnett Street, Cooroy. Ann Butterworth, owner and senior stylist of the Salon, has trained a lot of apprentices over the years, and rates Megan up with the best of them. Ann says, “Megan has built up a solid clientele over her three year traineeship and is very passionate about hairdressing.” Megan will be staying with Let’s Talk Hair much to the delight of all.

Jim Barclay from Cooroy has fostered Ronny, a Retriever puppy who will be trained to assist autistic children IF you love puppies and would like to combine this love with giving back to your community, or would like to raise a puppy but don’t want a permanent commitment to a dog, then puppy fostering may be just the thing for you. Smart Pups is an organisation that provides service dogs to special needs children. For example, Autism Assistance dogs are specially trained to help children who have any disability falling in the Autism spectrum. These dogs are trained to disrupt behaviour outside of the child’s set behavioural pattern. In addition, Autism Assistance Dogs can be trained to track the child should he or she wander away. They also can become ‘extra help’ when shopping by having the child tethered to the dog who will act as an anchor to keep the child from sudden darting away. The most important aspect is the hope that the child will build a trusting relationship with their dog. Regardless of what advanced skills Autism Assistance Dogs might be trained to do, their primary purpose is to provide a best friend, confidant and playmate for a child who almost always has few friends. Fostering is available to people living on the Sunshine Coast. Puppies are given to foster homes when they are around 10 weeks old and you raise them until they’re around 10-12 months old. Smart Pups meet costs such as food and vet bills. The puppy needs to live inside your house and needs to be socialised as much as possible, eg. shopping centres, restaurants, public transport. When the puppies are 12 months old they then begin their formal training. If you think puppy raising is for you, please contact Smart Pups at www.smartpups.org.au or phone 0414 767 066.

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Tick warning for pet owners A SHARP increase in the number of tick cases recorded outside the traditional season has led veterinarans to urge Cooroy pet owners to check their pets for ticks year round. Local vets are preparing for an extreme tick season. Peak tick season is traditionally from September to November, but an extended wet season has contributed to the spike in the number of pets being treated outside of these months. Pet owners must be aware that animals can be struck by ticks at any time of the year. Ticks, commonly found in bushy, grassy areas and shrubs, can be potentially fatal for animals if left untreated. Be diligent and check their animals daily and after every walk. Ticks are relatively easy to find if you rub your fingertips through your pet’s coat, rather than trying to look for them. It is important to be aware of the early symptoms of tick paralysis. An unsteady staggering walk, dry cough, loss of appetite, lameness, tiredness or even a change in the animal’s bark or meow are early symptoms to be aware of. Animals left untreated by a vet may suffer limb weakness, incontinence and laboured breathing before becoming completely paralysed and dying a terrible death. Pet owners should seek veterinary attention immediately to reduce the chance of the tick poisoning being lethal.

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SINGER songwriter Sarah Blasko brings her new show to The Majestic Theatre on Saturday August 18 from 8pm. It’s one of only three shows to be staged around the country. This year, Sarah has been recording in Stockholm, Sweden and Sofia, Bulgaria with the Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra. Her new album is due for release later this year. Tickets are $55 and available from www.redchair.com.au. Food and bar facilities are available. Thursday 23rd August, 6pm. A documentary about Venezuela’s food revolution “Growing Change” which follows a filmmaker’s journey to understand why current food systems leave hundreds of millions of people in hunger. The documentary helps viewers understand how the world will feed itself in the future in the face of major environmental challenges. The evening also features the launch of the exciting “Sounds of Mary” Project which will culminate at the Mary River Festival on 10th November 2012, and the Premiere screening at 7pm of “Once an Endangered Species” which details the life cycle and breeding program of the endangered Mary River Cod. Produced by local film maker Luke Barrowcliffe of Goorie Vision, this short film is now being distributed to schools and libraries throughout the Mary Catchment to improve awareness about this local iconic species, which is one of Australia’s most endangered freshwater fish. The bar will be open and refreshments will be available, plus there are some fantastic prizes to be won. All proceeds raised will support this year’s Mary River Festival, which will be held at Kandanga on the 10th November 2012. Entry is $10 for adults, $5 concession. For more information, contact Ian Mackay on 5446 0124 or Jane Davissen on 5485 5273 Lovers of Jazz and Blues are in for a real treat on Saturday September 1, when The Majestic Theatre presents the 12 hour Jazz,

Blues and Roots Music Marathon. From midday to midnight, enjoy live performances from Barry Charles and The Deeper Beat, Doc Span, Kate Meehan and The Wise Fools, Michelle Brown and Redbelly Black, Jazzerati, Renae Suttie and The Swing Collective and the Mt Ninderry Ukulele Misfits. $40 will get you an all day/night pass and plenty of live and local talent. Tickets are $40 and available online at www.thej.com.au/the-j. Food and bar facilities available.

New Business plan A NEW business plan has been unveiled for the iconic Theatre providing a strong future for local talent, touring shows, as well as the ongoing tradition of silent films. It will become the performing arts centre for the northern Sunshine Coast. Pomona Inc President Shaun Walsh said the new direction for the theatre was already happening, with recent acts including Sundayze Comedy series, Motherhood the Musical, Kate Miller-Heidke, and upcoming shows such as the Noosa Hinterland Jazz Blues and Roots festival showcasing local musicians. Sunshine Coast Major Mark Jamieson and Councillor Tony Wellington also attended to launch a major campaign to restore the historic theatre pipe organ recently damaged by flood water. The “Campaign for Corporate Cultural Philanthropy on the Sunshine Coast” targets the corporate sector, and will see up to 45 thousand dollars of tax deductible donations raised over the next two years. “This organ is the only one of its kind in Queensland and must be preserved,” Shaun said. Silent films remain a critical component of the new business plan. The Majestic Theatre continues to be the only theatre in the world regularly playing silent films accompanied by the theatre organ.

Kin Kin Kampout THE 4th annual Kin Kin Kampout will be held on August 10-12 presented by the Under 70’s Rod and Custom Club Inc. The event is a Fundraiser “Cystic Fibrosis Sunshine Coast Support Group”. The Kampout begins on Friday with a bench session to catch up with friends we have made at our previous Kampouts and of course meeting new like-minded enthusiasts. Saturday starts off with a run to a mystery destination where we will enjoy a seafood lunch. During the run and after lunch we will visit a couple of interesting stops, no doubt enjoying a cuppa together. Saturday night we have a catered dinner and music for all to enjoy. Sunday is Show N Shine day open to the public starting at 9 am with a Gold Coin entry. A great day out for all the family, featuring hot rods, custom and classic cars.

Live music, food stalls, children’s rides, charity auction and hot rod Olympics. The Kampout is a weekend of fun with activities planned for Owners of Hot Rods, Classic cars and Customised cars

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Dance like a butterfly

Una Way plays Tillie in Dance like a Butterfly IN celebration of Senior’s Week, Suncoast Community Legal Service and Pomona and District Community House are presenting a free play at the Majestic Theatre Pomona 9.45am – 12.30pm on Thursday 23rd August. The event will feature a free morning tea, performance and discussion by the Seniors Legal and Support Service. All residents throughout the region are welcome to attend. “Dance Like a Butterfly” is a one woman play by playwright Aviva Ravel. The play depicts Tillie, a spirited 85 year old woman. We meet Tillie as she is about to be discharged from hospital. It is a moment fraught with uncertainty as Tillie reluctantly realizes she will not be able to live the remaining years of her life entirely on her own terms. Through her journey this strong-minded woman brings us face to face with the realization that ultimately our future happiness is determined by our own attitude to change. Accomplished actress Una Way will perform the play. The play is funded by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council and the Department of Communities. Bookings are free and can be made through Pomona & District Community House on 54852427.

Celebrate Seniors Week IN conjunction with Dept. of Communities and Sunshine Coast Regional Council, the Pomona & District Community House invites you to join in the following activities: ‘Always a Goddess’ Art Workshop, Saturday 18th August, 10.00am – 3.00pm. Create an artwork of distinction with local artist Leigh Hooker. Using mixed media, paints and canvas to craft a lovely ‘vintage’ piece to honour your femininity and the beauty within. Bring a lunch to share. Seniors $15.00 Everyone else $40.00 Book in early as places are limited. Lawson Shed, Pomona. ‘A Walk Through Time’ Wednesday 22nd August, 9.30am. Meet at the Community House Come and join us for a guided walk along picturesque sections of the Pomona Heritage Trail with information presented by local students at each site. Finish at the Majestic Theatre for morning tea and entertainment by the students, quiz and raffles. Free – Please book in for catering purposes. All queries and bookings through Pomona & District Community House: 54852427.

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Lucy McGrail fundraiser LUCY McGrail is a young local girl, 18 years of age, who has recently been diagnosed with “Lyme Disease”, a tick borne disease. Due to the rarity of this disease in Australia, Lucy’s family have already spent in excess of $100,000 in the past eight years in gaining a diagnosis and have now exhausted their finances. Unfortunately due to the length of time taken to diagnose Lucy’s condition, she now suffers life threatening medical symptoms and

requires urgent treatment that her family can no longer afford. The Community of Pomona is rallying together to assist Lucy in receiving treatment and therefore improving her quality of life. We are sourcing assistance in the form of monetary assistance and or service/product donation suitable for raffling. Items may be dropped off at: Rosie Smith, 23 Railway Pde, Pomona 5485 2787; Chris Taylor, Reserve St, Pomona, 0419 123 158.

HARDWARE Deposits made to: Lucy McGrail Fundraiser, ANZ Bank. BSB: 014683 Account: 378 277 888.

Mary Valley community forum LOCAL food hubs, tourism campaigns and environmental projects in the Mary Valley will be the key topics of discussion at the community forum on August 2 in Imbil. The forum is being hosted by the Mary Valley Renewal Team as part of its commitment to residents to have a say in the valley’s future and get action. Spokeswoman Glenda Pickersgill said representatives of the projects which received Gympie Regional Council and State Government funding under the Mary Valley Economic Development Fund would update the audience on the progress of these projects. The community information forum will be held on Thursday, Aug 2 at the Imbil Public Hall at 5.30pm for a 6pm start. Presentations about the progress of inspiring community led projects will be included. The renewal team instigated annual community forums after the round of consultation in 2010 when international community builder Peter Kenyon hosted conversations to get the valley residents thinking about their future.

“The LNP State Government has committed to sorting out the land issues in the valley, as well as supporting priorities identified by the community, such as encouraging diverse sustainable agriculture, branding the valley, showcasing the environment and river access, and securing the region as a food bowl for the southeast corner of the State”, Ms Pickersgill said. “We want to share the progress that is happening and keep looking for new ideas for the Mary Valley. It is imperative that we keep moving forward by more conversations. “Come along and find out how to get involved with existing projects, or work with others on new ideas that are important to rebuilding the communities of the Mary Valley, and protecting our special environment. “ The doors open at 5.30pm and the evening program starts at 6pm with a variety of speakers, topics and opportunities to be involved. Inquiries about the renewal process can be made to Glenda Pickersgill on 0411443589.

Meals on Wheels expansion drive POMONA and District Meals on Wheels is in the market for more customers – and additional volunteers to help expand the service. The organisation operates from its own commercial kitchen in the Pomona Memorial Hall, with volunteer kitchen staff and drivers providing meals to up to 50 regular clients in Pomona, Cooroy, Cooran and Eumundi. To enquire about becoming a Meals on Wheels recipient, or to volunteer some of your time to this valuable organisation, contact Michael on 5485 1777 or 0422 877 971.

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AUTO ELECTRICIAN

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BACKHOE & BOBCATS

CARPET CARE

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LAGUNA CARPET CARE

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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Flea Control Competitive Prices Phone Peter & Judy

LANDSCAPING

Richard Oxborough

• Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls • Drainage Solutions • Original Ideas & Professional Service • Structural Landscaper’s Licence 893465

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• Domestic • Commercial • Industrial • Car Interiors • Upholstery • Fabric Protection

Rod Stevens

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16 Years Experience

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LANDSCAPING

Great Looking Concrete Edging “17 Years experience you can TRUST in” • Unique SLATE LOOK edging • All coloured & sealed

Mobile: 0412 909 112 ALL AREAS

• TRACK BOBCAT • 4T EXCAVATOR • 10m TIPPER • 3T VIBRATING ROLLER

Elona Bosboom

For Lawns, Garden Beds, & Driveways www.kwikkerb.net.au/goldengrove

Free Quotes & Design Help Call Steve for Reliable Service on 0415 644 690 or 5471 1051

• Rockbreaker • Rockgrab • Post-hole Augers • Trencher • Rippers • Levelling Bar

BUILDERS

CLEANING SERVICES

FENCING

ORGANISED BUILDERS Building with old fashioned values

SUTTON’S CLEANING SERVICE

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Locally Owned & Operated - 30 years Experience

We do the lot!

• New Homes • Renovations • Repairs/Maintenance • Alterations/Extensions • Decks/Verandahs FREE ES QUOT

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BUILDERS • • • • • •

Septic Tanks, Grease Traps, Oil Arrestors, Liquid Waste

PH: 5447 6477

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0418 713 244

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

Licensed Builder New Homes Units • Renovations Extensions Maintenance Insurance Work

Graham Williams 0418 710 222

CUSTOM BUILT PC’S FOR HOME, OFFICE AND GAMING Maintenance – Virus Removal Printers - Parts - Upgrades – Networks – Installations

BULK SPREADING

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• Paling • Pool • Glass • Retaining Walls • Colorbond • Dog Fence • Tennis Court Specialist

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Telephone 5447 7383 Mobile 0418 715 114

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HANDYMAN Servicing Noosa Hinterland

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Clayton J Francis

Cooroy Handyman Service

98 Maple Street, Cooroy Qld 4563 Ph (07) 5329 0059 • Mobile 0438 196 113 www.craine.com.au email : russell@craine.com.au

PH: 5449 1288 - FAX: 5449 1818

PAINTING

• Carpentry • Concreting • Tiling • Termite Repairs • Plastering • Cubbyhouses • Patch & Paint Walls • Roofing & Guttering • Patios & Decks • Fencing & Retaining Walls • Mobile Welding • Doors & Locks QBSA Licensed • 20 years experience • No job too small • We love Referrals

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HOME RENOVATIONS

PORTERS

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20 Years Experience

Servicing all Local Areas • Driveways • Shed Slabs • Tennis Courts • Exposed Aggregate Specialists

Phone

Andrew

5447 0345 0409 212 142 QBSA 605970

bas. 41606

SPECIAL ON BATHROOM RENOVATIONS - FROM $6,900

ROB: 0407 318 285 JEFF: 0401 385 320 Sales@jandrhomes.com.au

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PHONE & COMPUTER CONNECTIONS

ALL TYPES OF PHONE POINTS

• Bedroom • Garage • Computer Points • Fax • Repairs

PHONE PAUL 0403 219 606

Trades & Services PLUMBING

REMOVALS

Cooroy Plumbing Services

COMBINED COASTAL

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

Call 5442 6788

QBSA 0500098

After hours & weekends 0418 711 438 QBSA No: 50098

PLUMBING

SERVANTS TO THE SUNSHINE COAST • MINI & WAREHOUSE STORAGE • LOCAL & INTERSTATE & PACKING • FREE QUOTES

RUBBISH REMOVAL

SWIFT SKIPS 1 Jarrah St. Cooroy

• 2 mtr, • 4 mtr, • 6 mtr. Contact Chris for all Plumbing Requirements PH: 5485 3928 safariplumbing@bigpond.com

Tenzing Tree Climbing Services

REMOVALS OWEN 5447 6916 FAX 5447 7645

Locally owned and operated

• Felling • Detailing/Trimming • Removals • Crown Reductions• Firewood • Qualified Advice • Full Insurance • Free Quotes • Mulching

Helping trees live with people

TELEVISION/ANTENNA

TROPHIES & ENGRAVING

• TV Antennas • Tuning in and setting up • Plasma / LCD TVs • VCRs • DVD Recorders • HiFi

Mobile: 0417 786 776

PLUMBING

SCREENS-BLINDS-AWNINGS

TELEVISION/ANTENNA

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Treatment Plant Services

17 Factory Street Pomona

Perry Gould 0408 871 002 BSA 1092904

Adrian Black 0438 588 289 BSA 1053652

• AWNINGS • VENETIANS • ROLLER BLINDS • ROMAN BLINDS • PANEL GLIDES

FREE QUOTES QBSA Lic No 704038

Stan Kidd

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ACREAGE - RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

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PUMPS

Steve Pont

• Large & Small acreages • Experienced Owner/Operator

For your next Slashing job SERVICING ALL AREAS call Slasher Steve

0408 915 124

ALL PUMP REPAIRS AGENTS FOR • DAB • ONGA Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy Call Bruce

0408 713 261

TILING John Ivanes

Local Tradesman Over 30 years experience Phone’Fax 5447 7878 Mobile 0414 708 216 fabienne.ivanes@bigpond.com B.S.A. 05231

SLASHING

TREE SURGEON

B.S.B SLASHING

Acer Tree Services

Mowing & Gravel Driveway Maintenance

Phone Stephen

0422 190 993

5485 1613 0419 780 747 TRUCK HIRE

S S C TILT TRAY

SunShine Coast & Interstate

FROM CARS TO CONTAINERS & ANYTHING IN BETWEEN Container Sales & Hire OWNER OPERATOR STEF

0414 840 298 TYRE & MECHANICAL

Certified Arb, since 1992.

Phone Owen Meekins dip ARB/HORT,LLB

Mob: 0409 278 659 Carrying out all aspects of Tree Surgery & Arboriculture: •Crown Reductions * Thinning * Lifting * Shaping * General Pruning * Felling & Removal * Tree Selection * Consultation & General Advice •

SLASHING

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WATER DELIVERIES

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• Spraying • Ripping • Mulching • General Tractor Work • 25 Years Experience

Certificate of Forestry • Tree Removal • Tree Pruning • Onsite Mulching • Qualified Climbers • Firewood / Mulch Sales • Fully Insured • Free Quotes and Advice

COOROY PUMPS SALES & SERVICE

TRUCK HIRE

Cars Machinery Containers

TILING

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Manufacturers of Stainless Steel Security Screens & Doors

SLASHING

Ph/Fax: 5442 8122 Enquiries Phone Paul 0409 470 399

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

POMONA TILT & CRANE TRUCK HIRE

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

• MOWING • SLASHING • EXCAVATORS • BOB CAT • TIP TRUCK • ALL SPRAYING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

0422 868 911, 5441 5997

Paul Best Digital TV Tuning Tuning

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

Prompt Service PH: 0413 699 572

Phone: 5442 5844

TREE SURGEON

SMASH REPAIR

5485 5021 • 0412 624 351

Phone Mike Baughan 0438 793 880 ABN: 30886033947

NO TREE TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

★ Water Deliveries ★ Sand & Gravel, etc ★ Tip Truck, Grader & Low Loader Hire

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Classifieds Church Notices

Cooroy Community Baptist Church

Jesus the hope of the world CWA Hall Maple Street Cooroy Worship Service 10am Sundays

Ever ybody Welcome Everybody

Accommodation Wanted Wanted to Rent

Mulch Hay

Share Accommodation or Granny Flat / Shed Permanent or Part Time as I work away

$4.00 per bale. Spruce up your garden.

NEEDED ASAP Please contact Ross 0488 059 423

Church Notices Tewantin SPIRITUALIST CHURCH

TINBEERWAH HALL Cnr Sunrise & Noosa-Cooroy Roads EVERY SUNDAY 10 AM REVERAND LAINE HARRY 54490937 GEOFFREY PECKITT 0459 494 277

Enquiries: 5485 0265 - 5447 9355

CHRISTIAN OUTREACH CENTRE POMONA Uniting Church in Australia

SUNDAY SERVICES Pomona Community Hall - Reserve Street

Cooroy/Pomona

SUNDAY SERVICES

9.30-11am Family Service

8.00am - Cooroy - 51 Maple St 9.30am - Pomona - 27 Factory St

*Contemporary Music *Teaching *Kids Church

PH: 5447 6152

FREE FOOD & DRINKS AFTER SERVICE

The Church of United Spiritualism of Australia Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only proclaimed spiritual denomination Services every Wednesday evening 7pm QCWA Hall, Maple St Cooroy Modern music, meditation / healing, guest speakers, clairvoyance Tea / coffee afterwards

ENQUIRIES: Snr Pastor Joy & Allan Cross 0412 972 744 joystarrcross@bigpond.com

OPSHOP: Options 4 U 2/14 Reserve St, Pomona - PH: 5485 0206 - 0412 972 744

Employment

Rev Kathy McVann 0414 972632

Meeting CRICKET MEETING Wednesday the 25th July at 6pm at the Sports Complex

Help Wanted A person to do ironing on a permanent basis Your place or mine in Forest Acres area Contact 5447 7444

Giveaway Kitten (6-8 mths) to quiet loving home. Gorgeous tortoiseshell female, desexed, wormed, vet-checked. 0410 495 696

Set of Keys

Lambert-Hyne Drive, Imbil 1st & 3rd Sunday HC, 10.30am 4th Sunday, 9am

Pomona 7.30am - Cooroy 6pm Pomona - Rectory St - Sunday 7.30am Cooroy - Tewantin Road - Sunday 9.30am Kin Kin - Main St - 10.00am (1st Sunday of the Month) For more info call 5485 1218

$150. per ute load. Can deliver Phone Tom 0417787452

Lost in Cooroy during the week 8th July-15th July Reward Offered

St John Lutheran Church

Anglican Parish of Cooroora

Season Dried Firewood

Lost

All Welcome

Enquiries Pastor Frank Rasenberger 5482 1435

For Sale

Please phone 0467 755 556

Jobmatch Cooroy/Pomona

The answer to all your employment needs Having a problem with staff turnover? Is this reducing your stability and profitability?

Birthday Invite Mary Davis A Cooroy Original is turning 80 on Saturday 4th August Please join us to celebrate this happy occasion at the Cooroy Memorial Hall from 10.30am to 2pm Please call Kathy if any queries - 54352782. kathydavis1@bigpond.com

Jobmatch Employment Agency (est. 1992) have motivated, keen job seekers, ideal for long term employment. A Specialist Employment Service offering ongoing support. Employer subsidies available in most cases.

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COOROY RAG Community Newspaper

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Published every 3 weeks by Cooroy Community Newspaper Incorporated trading as Cooroy Rag 7000 copies distributed Opinions expressed by contributors to Cooroy Rag are not necessarily those of the editor or the publisher and publication of advertisements implies no endorsement by the publisher

COOROY RAG

Why is now a good time to sell?

THE Countryside Team are experiencing great results after a very productive June Quarter. Quite simply the buyers are back and their confidence levels have been boosted with the changes in State Govt, and positive interest rate revisions. Everyday we are meeting buyers from all over Australia at our prominant front window display. Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney buyers are enjoying our welcoming climate and friendly village atmosphere. Buyers from Northern mining centres are also acheiving exceptional prices for their properties and are eager to secure their place in the beautiful Hinterland. Countryside Realty attract buyers through many different formats, in total our exclusive properties can be viewed on 9 active websites. Over 300 of our property maga-

zines are handed out to prospective buyers each week. Our motivated agents are actively working and presenting properties at open homes each weekend where buyers meet to discuss their needs and wants with the friendly sales team. There are many marketing options which we offer to our exclusive our sellers at no cost. We are very happy to offer proven methods which will ensure you reach searching buyers. We highly reccommend professional photography to really make your property stand out from the pack. Colour photo signboards have been a resounding success with buyers often ringing from the front of the sellers homes directly to the listing agent. Even more buyer interaction is created by having a dedicated website just for your property, all this can greatly enhance the overall appearance to buyers, and information is freely available at their fingertips through their smart phones making it easier than ever before to pursue your property. All of these exciting new options are available for less than $300! Why not invest in your unique and special property and let the buyers see why it is a better option than one of the many others waiting ,waiting,waiting. Need to know more? Call Paul Bielby now at Countryside Realty on 0437 346 256.

Owner wants this gone yesterday!

CONVENIENCE living right in town, this top floor 3 bedroom unit is spacious with no side neighbours. What an investment as well with a long term tenant in place paying $310pw, the returns are fantastic. Verandah on 2 sides and big living this unit is neat and tidy with one car park assigned. Located right in town within walking distance to shops, schools, transport and everything Cooroy has to offer. There is also an opportunity to buy the unit downstairs. Inside this unit are 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a covered rear enclosed patio area and one car park

assigned, for sale at $249,000. (This unit is currently tenanted at $280,00 per week.) So whether you are looking for yourself, or somewhere to move your super fund into property or simply want an excellent investment with terrific returns, then here is an opportunity that may suit. First time presented for sale, the units are in a highly desirable area with long term tenants in place. Please call or email us for further information. $275,000, 2/21 Myall St, Cooroy. Jim Ennis on 0402 587 298 or 5447 7000 of Hinternoosa.

real estate Great acreage home at a great price This as new four bedroom brick home set on a spacious 7288m2 allotment in a great family area only minutes from the Pomona’s CBD. Priced at $525,000, call Adam Watts from Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland for further details on 0410 512 364 or at the office on 5485 1788, or call into the office at 8 Reserve Street, Pomona THIS property is in a great location in the sought after area only five minutes from the Noosa Hinterland Township of Pomona and under 30 mins to the famous beaches of Noosa. •The grounds are fully fenced and have been landscaped with low maintenance gardens creating a fantastic privacy buffer, but still leaving plenty area for the kids to run around and play or put in that huge shed you always wanted. •Four good-sized bedrooms all with built-ins and fans - main room with air-conditioning, large ensuite and walk-in robe. •Living area is open plan and airconditioned through-out with three semi-separate areas - perfect for the kids •Entertainer friendly kitchen has a walk-in pantry plus easy access to the outdoor patio area which takes in the view across the pool to the private leafy outlook.

$20,000 DISCOUNT OFF ANY BLOCK FOR AUGUST

Contact Steve 0447 290 159 www.brialkaparkestate.com.au

Commercial / Office Space

FOR LEASE Wattle Street Centre

Unit 4 - 13 Garnett Street Cooroy - Area - 41 M2 Rent - $14, 350 annually + out goings Comes With – Airconditioning – Hot Water System - Sink – Plenty Of Inbuilt Cupboard Space – All electrical & Data fittings. Can include at Nil Extra Cost – Full Phone system-fridge- desks & Chairs -partitioning

Let Paul Bielby take you from Selling to Sold, Buyers are waiting

Paul Bielby 0437 346 256

For further information please call John on

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Driving themselves to the limit FROM the 9th to the 14th of July, 19 of Australia’s best young motorsport competitors were lucky enough to take part in a motorsport development camp at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). Organised by the Australian Motor Sport Foundation (AMSF) and supported by CAMS and the AIS, the camp gave the successful motorsport competitors the opportunity to live and train as an elite athlete and learn how to prepare for the extra physical, mental and emotional stresses in high level motorsport. Cooroy locals Clayton Chapman, Adam McGuire, Jared Melville and Nicole Melville attended the Driver Development Program and were there with other athletes from the Women’s Driver Development Program, the Off Road Development Program, Rally Development Program and Circuit racing rising stars. During the week at the AIS, the motorsport competitors were educated in areas such as: nutrition, sports psychology, strength and conditioning, recovery. Although a physi-

cally testing week for all involved, the participants all agreed that their time spent at the AIS was something that they had only dreamed of doing and was well worth the struggle and effort put on them by V8 Supercar Trainer Damian, who’s example of sacrifice and determination pushed each athlete on as well as his un-

official camp catch phrase: “Pain is temporary, winning is forever”. The athletes would like to thank all the supporters and organisers of the camp, mainly being Camp Director Michael Masi, Trainer Damian Prasad, Sports Psychologist Noel Blundell, Samantha Reid, Simon Lakeman, AMSF, CAMS, and the AIS.

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Name: Josh Whitehill Age: 7 Class: MAG Coach: Lewis How long have you been doing gymnastics? 6 months What do you like about gymnastics? ‘I’ve always been jumping on couches like gymnastics people do, so now I am learning real gymnastics!’ For more information or to try one of our great classes phone the Cooroy Gymnastics Club on 54425800 or visit our website www.cooroygymnasticsclub.com.au.

ISAAK Mclean – remember that name. He is the latest of our Noosa Junior Rugby League boys making the big time, being selected in the Queensland U12 Schoolboys Rugby League side. Isaak has to travel to Mackay in August to play the National Rugby League Titles. He was selected on the back of some solid play in the Queensland Titles held at Ipswich in June and is looking forward to the challenge of Mackay. “It is a huge honour to have been selected in this team and I will do Queensland and my school Eumundi proud” said Issak. If you see Isaak down the street rattling the fundraising tin, please put your hand in your pocket – this kid is so deserving of this achievement it could not have happened to a nicer person.

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Impact crew dominates at Gold Coast THE Impact Boxing crew continued to dominate when they travelled to Southport on the Gold Coast to compete on the Queensland Amateur Boxing Association’s tournament hosted by The Matrix Boxing Club. The Impact crew won 5 of their 6 fights in brilliant fashion. Impact Boxing also took out the award for the club with the most wins on the night. Head coach Mark Evans was presented with a new punching bag and Shield for his club’s efforts. First up for the Impact boys in the 32kg division was Alec Aird-Cardiff. Alec’s opponent was Kye Mcdermott from Gladstone. Alec proved again that he has a big future in the sport as he easily accounted for the tough Mcdermott winning a points decision. Cian Jones was up next in a rematch of a fight he had won two weeks earlier. Jones opponent again was Ronan Paulos from Brisbane. Paulos came out firing, trying hard to avenge his previous loss. Jones was unfazed by the initial onslaught from Paulos and remained focussed

L-R Daniel DeGiorgio, Callum Jones, Mark Evans, Sam Cameron Hands, Connor Jones Front L-R Alec Aird-Cardiff, Cian Jones winning every round to take out the decision. Next to centre ring was “Slamin” Sam CameronHands. Sam’s opponent was Troy Ford from Brisbane. Sam lost a questionable decision to Ford by one point almost 12 months ago to the day. There was no way Sam was letting that happen again! From the opening bell Sam was all over Ford, throwing punches in bunches as he forced Ford onto the back foot. Sam was relentless with

his pressure until the final bell sounded. Sam was awarded the win with the final score being 12 points to 6. Callum Jones was up next for the Impact boys. Jones’s opponent was Max MacDonald from the Logan PCYC. Jones dominated round one with a superb display of footwork. Round two saw MacDonald already bleeding from his nose walk straight into a cracking right hand from Jones. The referee de-

cided that MacDonald had had enough and Jones was awarded the win by way of a TKO decision. Daniel Degiorgio was the next boxer to centre ring. Daniel couldn’t get a match in his division so he stepped up a division and stepped up in experience to fight Papua Utia. Utia has been having trouble getting fights due to his experience level. Daniel was more than happy to take the challenge in only his

3rd fight. Round one saw both boys box well as Daniel applied his usual pressure. Round two saw Utia step it up a little as Daniel kept coming forward. Round three and both boys gave it their all until the final bell. Utia was awarded the win with a close points decision. The final boxer to take centre ring for the Impact boys was Connor Jones. Jones continued his winning streak when he defeated Conrad Kuhn from Brisbane. Jones now has his sights set on the World Youth Trials to be held in September. Selection there would secure him a spot on the Australian team to compete at the World Youth Games to be held in Thailand in October. “All our boys boxed well again tonight. Daniel showed us all again that he is the real deal to take on Utia in what ended up being a good close fight. These kids just keep on improving and the results that they are achieving is testament to all their hard work. We have a saying in our gym “Train Hard & Fight Easy”, coach Mark Evans said

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