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Not my fave

MY teenage children have suggested that instead of buying them an Easter egg this year, I should get them something more practical … like car seat covers or wait for it … an air conditioner. These suggestions would have been met with more enthusiasm if (a) car seat covers and air conditioners cost $10 and (b) we hadn’t already been snacking on Easter eggs since February. I did agree though that something more practical was in order.

Easter has always been a little bit traumatic for my kids. There was the year that I shopped too early and come Easter Sunday their Easter eggs were soggy blobs in the bottom of caved in alfoil. The year I forgot to buy them altogether and we had to go shopping at the Servo on Easter morning. The year I told them the Easter Bunny wasn’t real (I thought at 12 and 13 years old they could handle the truth – not so) and the year the carpet snake won the Easter Egg hunt.

So after considering their requests I have magnanimously agreed to pay my son’s school fees and for my daughter to have her planter wart cut out. They also got a free lesson in ‘don’t mess with a chocolate addict at Easter time’. It ain’t over until the fat lady gets her Ferrero Rochers.

So there you have it … practical presents, planter warts and pythons … the end of an era ... Not my fave!

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THE recent political circus was not a pretty sight, Labor’s internal squabble, the party leadership fight.

It looked like a Western movie, with six guns into play, Big Julie saying to Kevin “Challenge and make my day!”

They should have met in the High Street, outside the Heartbreak Saloon, (And as usual in these things, punctually at noon.)

Eventually it happened, the shootout was brought on, And Big Julie said to Kevin “I’m afraid that you are gone”.

Kevin made his farewell speech, to explain his motivation, And then retired to the back bench, his newly earned location.

Tony Abbott and his Libs, could not believe their luck, As they watched the Labor party, trying to come unstuck, The media had a ball, while all this was occurring, And were quite relentless, with their joyful stirring.

On TV and the radio, the twitter scene as well, Every Thomas Richard and Harold, had a story to tell, The public got quite sick of it, the constant repetition, Commentators all declaring, they exclusively, knew the true position.

Parliament of course, became a theatre of war, With censure motions, divisions, points of order, galore.

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They forgot about the governing, the job that really matters, With the Speaker screaming “Order!!!’ the procedure sadly in tatters.

When will the politicians realise, the public get thoroughly tired, Of the way they carry on, leaving much to be desired?

Parliament is the nation’s chamber, for our leaders to legislate, To discuss the country’s affairs, to reasonably debate, But they take their childish behaviour to the sorriest extreme, No wonder politicians are held by the public, in such low esteem!!

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Where’s the rolled up Rag?

S age Old Books BOOKBINDING CLASS

Learn to make and repair your own books.

Make your own traditionally-bound journal in one fun and rewarding weekend.

Course cost: $140.00 Pomona Community Centre - (Lawson Shed) March 31/April 1 - 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.

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 April 5th.

ENJOYING Cooroy VIEW Club Food feast our hostess Dianne Johnstone in the background at her Cooroy home with VIEW Club friends LR Greta Wilcox, Gwenda McNaught, Mary Lawson, Kath Davenport (standing) all from Cooroy and Trish Adcock of Eumundi Our Cooroy VIEW Club ladies had a healthy, shared brunch for our February Social thanks to the hospitality of Diane who shared her home where we enjoyed the ambiance of alfresco dining.

Our VIEW club meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday or the month and our Socials the 4th Tuesday of the month. Any lady who would like to join the VIEW Club would be most welcome. We have lots of fun with raffles, guest speakers, good food and plenty of chatter. Come along and you will be supporting our Learning for Life Student.

Our next Social 27th March sounds great fun. We are embarking on a Seafood Lunch Cruise which takes 2 hours and departs from Mooloolaba Wharf 11.30am. Please telephone or email the addresse below for more information and bookings contact Grace Taylor 0754711364 or Lal Vider 0754491902 or reviere9@bigpond.com

Annual Wood & Craft Show THE Cooroora Woodworkers Club will be hold its annual Cooroy Wood & Craft Show on the 11th & 12th of May 2012 at Memorial Hall in Cooroy. It will feature outstanding examples of woodturning, carving, general woodwork, fret work, pyrography and toy making. A sawmill will be set up on site and timber slabs will be for sale. For the third year in a row there will be an interclub competition bringing together one of the best displays of woodcraft in Queensland. There will also be several stalls featuring a large variety of handcrafted items.

Doors will open at 8.30am – 5:30pm Friday & 8:30am – 3:00pm Saturday with a $2 entry fee. Light refreshments will be available in the hall, catered by the Cooroy Scouts Group.

Theosophical Society Congratulations to the winner of the last edition’s ‘Where’s the Rolled Up Rag Competition’ Una Bryant of Cooroy who correctly found it in the Guardian Pharmacy ad on page 15.

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RAIL Back On Track (http:// backontrack.org), a web-based community support group for rail and public transport and an advocate for public transport passengers, has added its voice to the community chorus call for Cooroy’s ‘rocket launcher’ pedestrian rail overbridge to be replaced.

Robert Dow, Spokesperson for RAIL Back On Track said: “The Cooroy railway station is an eyesore, not in keeping with its historic status or its role as the rail gateway to the Noosa region. In the short term it requires repainting while, in the medium term a solution must be found to improving pedestrian and bicycle access across the tracks. That means the ‘rocket launcher’ pedestrian overbridge must be replaced. Plans to repaint the station buildings appear to have stalled. Meanwhile, long-term planning must be sped up for the Cooroy station to become a TransitOriented Development hub, something the state government talks about, but does nothing to implement. RAIL back On Track hopes candidates in the upcoming election will get behind moves to bring the station to an appropriate standard.

“The facts are that the existing overbridge, nicknamed the ‘rocket

beneath Elm Street to its far side, with a roundabout at the junction of Diamond Street acting as a traffic control measure and a light well into the underpass.

“It is appropriate that Queensland Rail and the Department of Transport and Main Roads should begin a dialogue with the local community rather than develop plans to an advanced stage and presenting them.

Fundamentally, planning should confirm that the current alignment of the railway line through Cooroy is the most appropriate.

“The operation of the station overbridge is the subject of a rail infrastructure Transport Services Contract that expires in 201213. We call upon whichever party is in government after March 24 to commit to a round of public consultation involving the Sunshine Coast Council about cross-rail pedestrian access at Cooroy so that the most practical solution can be included in the next Transport Services Contract to be implemented from July 2013.

“Queensland Rail, TransLink, and the Department of Transport and Main Roads are the principal agencies involved, but a role exists for the Sunshine Coast Council to be involved when considering wider town planning implications,” Mr Dow said.

launcher’ for its steepness, is the only place in Cooroy where school children, pedestrians, cyclists, those using mobility scooters and mothers pushing prams can cross the railway tracks that divide the town. It was built in the 1980s, and fails the current Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) standards. A new overbridge complying with the DDA provisions would cost about $1.6 million.

“RAIL Back On Track notes recent community calls for an ‘art-grade’ pedestrian crossing where people will be able to walk across the tracks, back and forth, between Maple and Elm Streets. While not ruling out this proposal entirely, RAIL Back On Track would want all safety implications examined thoroughly.

“Lifts may be another solution, but they can fail, meaning that all avenues for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the railway at Cooroy would be cut for the number of hours it would take to have a technician come and repair the lift mechanism.

“RAIL Back On Track would like to propose another possible solution, involving a ramp through the car park opposite the Cooroy Fruit Bowl, passing under the railway line, with a ramp to the station, or possibly further extension of the underpass

Helping hands OFFERS of help from local companies are pouring in to assist neighbouring businesses in Cooroy, Pomona, Cooran, Noosaville and Tewantin, following our recent flash floods.

Cooroy and surrounds received more than 300mm in just a few hours on Friday – that’s more than one foot of rain on the imperial scale.

Sunshine Coast Council’s Economic Development Branch officers are coordinating the offers as part of their meetings with affected local businesses many of whom are facing substantial costs through damage to buildings and equipment.

Economic Development Portfolio Councillor, Lew Brennan, has spent several days helping out in these towns, which are all located in the Division he represents.

“Our first move after the storm hit Cooroy was to check with business owners as to what assistance they needed, whether it be help with the clean-up, access to specialist advice or assistance in making an insurance claim,” he said.

“Council’s Local Business Support Program is not just there for businesses which might be facing challenges generally – we also swing into gear to respond to unforeseen circumstances such as helping businesses recover from the weather events that we have experienced.”

Cr Brennan said a number of Cooroy companies

had come forward to pitch in.

“Laguna Signs has offered assistance with temporary signage, while building supplies company Ritek has offered its assistance for building owners with structural damage, even though the company itself suffered some damage.

Council’s Economic Development Manager, Craig Matheson, said his team had been on the ground since Sunday, visiting local businesses, relaying urgent requests for assistance back to the Disaster Coordination Centre and arranging access to specialist advice.

“The truly amazing thing is the resilience of the businesses and business owners who have been impacted by the severe weather events,” Mr Matheson said.

“They got in, cleaned up and now many businesses have resumed trading in some way.

“I encourage any business owner to contact us if a problem emerges for them in the days and weeks ahead.”

If any local businesses want to offer further assistance to their neighbours, call council’s Economic Development Branch on 5475 8776.

Support is available for individuals and families experiencing personal hardship. Contact the Department of Communities’ Community Recovery Hotline on 1800 173 349.

SUNSHINE Coast Council has welcomed the news the State Government has offered financial assistance to small businesses in Pomona, Cooroy and surrounding towns affected by the rain and flooding on Friday, 24 February, 2012.

State Ministers Neil Roberts and Tim Mulherin have announced that affected businesses and not-forprofit organisations could be eligible for lowinterest loans. Economic Development portfolio councillor, Lew Brennan, said the community was working well to get back on its feet, but additional support was always welcome.

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Lifeline Cooroy Denim Sale

COOROY Lifeline Shop is hosting their annual Cooroy Denim Sale over three massive days in March. The sale as always will have an amazing selection of new and recycled denim and country clothing along with an array of Australian books. Held at the CWA Hall on Maple Street, the Cooroy Denim Sale will not disappoint. Thursday 29th and Friday 30th sees the sale kick off from 8:30am and wrap up at 4:30pm. Saturday 31st is the mammoth clearance sale which runs from 8:00 am through until 2:00pm.

When people think of denim, they think of jeans. Not only will the sale

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stock jeans, but a hefty range of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing including quality leather goods, boots and Akubras. Lifeline Cooroy will expand the wardrobe with denim garments ranging from jackets and country shirts to shorts and skirts.

Lifeline Cooroy Shop Manager, Debbie Daybell is certain the sale will be a hit with locals and out-of-towners alike.

“Every year we have held the Denim Sale, a lot of interested customers arrive from right here in Cooroy but also from across the rest of the Coast and Hinterland. People need denim, it is always in fashion and it is versatile and durable.”

Said Debbie.

The must haves of the denim season are sure to be found at the Cooroy Denim Sale with denim fashions constantly being revamped throughout the eras. From vintage to modern and timeless classics, The Cooroy Denim Sale has jeans for every denim lover’s taste.

“With Winter fast approaching, the Cooroy Denim Sale is a convenient and affordable way to get some new threads.

“We are stocking name brand jeans and heaps of quality denim and country gear including quality leather garments. We have some really sought after items this year.” Said Debbie.

Don’t forget the Hall of Denim Heaven which is literally a tribute to denim with every pair of jeans priced at $15 and under. Prices like that for quality denim which can last a

lifetime, are not often heard of.

“The sale is very successful every year and the denim literally walks out the door because we have something for every shape, style and budget.” Said Debbie.

With shelves stocked to the brim with a multitude of designer jeans from the likes of Levis, Lee, Roxy, Thomas Coon and R.M. Williams to name just a few, the Cooroy Denim Sale has jeans for every occasion.

Denim enthusiasts can expect quality new and recycled denim and country clothing for every shape, size, age, gender and taste.

There will even be cute yet durable denim duds for the kids.

As Lifeline is a service of UnitingCare Community, all funds raised from the event will go to help Uniting Care Community and Lifeline’s counselling and support services. For more information on the sale and where to go to get excellent quality denim and country clothing while donating to charity, contact Deb at Lifeline Cooroy on 5442 6464 or drop into Lifeline Cooroy and ask the helpful team for the details.

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COOROY RAG B O U Q U E T S & B R I C K B AT S BOUQUETS to Jim Dunstan who celebrated his 94th birthday on 19th March, love from the Ragettes and all your poetry fans.

BOUQUETS to Lew Brennan and his team. We were inundated with water after last week’s large storm and I am very impressed by the diligence and professionalism of his secretary Colleen and also the response from Sunshine Coast Council’s business support staff. Despite severe damage from flooding, our business was back up and running within hours of our phone call to Colleen at Lew Brennan’s office. Thank you on a job well done.

BOUQUETS to all the staff, family, friends and kind hearted community members who helped in Pomona after the Wet Friday flooding on 24 Feb 2012. As it was elsewhere in town, Factory St was initially awash with muddy debris, then it transformed into a hive of activity as mutual support and the clean up reached full swing. The response by organisations including QFR, SES, QR, Energex was instrumental in saving lives and limiting property loss. Huge thanks to all concerned and wishing everyone well during the recovery.

BOUQUETS to the Daddow’s staff who have kindly mowed the side of the road at the corner of Mary River Rd and Pine Street. We now have visibility of oncoming traffic and can safely turn onto Mary River Road.

BOUQUET to Cooroy Primary School for the happy concert and lovely morning tea they hosted recently for the people at Share and Care.

BOUQUETS to all who offered to help and extended their well wishes during my recent illness. Special thanks to my wife Sue and family, especially Daniel, doctors and nurses at Nambour Hospital – David Sadler.

BOUQUETS to Mike from Cudgerie who, after the big storm in Cooroy, quietly made his way around the streets, and used his chainsaw to cut downed trees into manageable pieces for residents to put out for Council collection. No one asked him - he just did it.

BRICKBATS. We live in a town we are proud of, surrounded by families and businesses who pull together with pride in times when mother nature deals us a hand that is out of our control. Daily we see hundreds of local school children walking to and from school wearing uniforms symbolic of the level of education this town offers our children many of whom will parent the future generations and businesses of this town. Why then as a parent do I find it so distressing to see not one but many 12, 13 & 14 yr old boys and girls walking home from school along the streets of Cooroy at 3:00pm, in full uniforms, laughing having fun with their friends, and so openly smoking their lives away. Does the responsibility, discipline and education of these children end at 3pm?

BRICKBATS to the two women who rifled through, stole and destroyed property donated to The Salvation Army Family Store in Cooroy. These two women were witnessed going through the donations left under the side of the building of Monday 5 March, leaving items strewn through the mud so that what was left had to be thrown in the bin. Items left on the verandah over the weekend were also gone through and found strewn over the stair banisters and front lawn! The witness was totally disgusted by the obvious wanton destruction and theft of goods donated to a charity who assists those less fortunate. Police have been contacted and will increase their patrols of this site.

BRICKBATS to the low life thief/thieves who broke into Pomona Newsagency after they were flooded. As if businesses in town don’t have enough on their plates already!

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EASTER break is just around the corner and Sunshine Coast Council is offering an exciting program of activities to nourish young bodies and minds at the Cooroy Library from 2 to 14 April 2012.

Cooroy Library is planning a feast of Easter activities to entertain the family covering everything from craft to slow-motion animation for children of all ages.

Kids can make their very own Just Ducky Tennis Ball Chick – which is a fluffy tennis ball duckling with a winning waddle – or create their very own Easter baskets and cards to give to family and friends.

Back by demand are the ever popular Ani-Movie workshop sessions where kids can create their own travel themed stop-motion movies using lego, plasticine, figurines and their imagination.

Library staff will edit the final product and provide a DVD copy for children to collect and share with their friends and family. Stay tuned to Cooroy Library events as selected Ani-Movies may even be screened at the library’s Rooftop Cinema in May. For those kids who enjoy competition, they can dare their friends to a challenge and test their skills in the Wii Tournament, or join the Pokémon Club and play the Wii, DS Pokémon games and swap Pokémon cards.

Families are invited to attend the popular Flicks in the Sticks which will present the classic movie Titanic on the library rooftop from 6.30pm on Friday 13 April to commemorate the centenary of one of the most infamous stories in history.

Sunshine Coast Libraries will be closed from Good Friday 6 April to Easter Monday 9 April and returning to normal hours on Tuesday 10 April.

For more information or to book for any of the Easter activities visit council’s website or call Cooroy Library on 5454 EST. 9000.

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news How to turn upaid invoices into cash Fiona Hutchings, Branch Manager, Bendigo Community Bank, Cooroy IMAGINE what your business could achieve if up to 80% of all outstanding sales invoices were paid into your bank account within 24 hours, without the need for real estate security.

Debtor finance is designed for small to medium-sized businesses that sell to other businesses on credit terms, but have insufficient assets (eg, real estate) to increase their current borrowing for working capital and other growth purposes.

Also known as invoice finance or receivables finance, it has long been a mainstream funding vehicle in countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom. In Australia, businesses have been realising its benefits increasingly in recent years.

In the current tight credit environment, debtor finance is a timely and sustainable cash flow solution because it is secured by invoices rather than property. As sales grow, (ie, the more invoices issued for work completed), so does a business’s access to finance. This flexible line of credit shields businesses from the diminishing borrowing capacity that would result from falling property prices.

Debtor finance can include a debtor administration function, where debtors are aware of the financier’s involvement and that payments must be made to the financier. The outsourcing of debtor administration frees

up time and resources for businesses. Some also find that the involvement of a third party with financial clout encourages debtors to pay on time.

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You are likely to receive prompt approval if you sell to other businesses on credit terms and are in one of the following industries: - Recruitment and labour hire - Wholesale trade - Manufacturing - Transport - Smash repairers and panel shops - Agriculture and mining - Printing

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Community Update GREAT effort after storm: I would like to thank the many, many people who are pitching in and helping the community get back together after the ferocious storm that ripped through Cooroy last Tuesday and the flooding that occurred as a result of the very heavy rainfall last Friday evening.

Council and emergency services crews continue to work tirelessly to clean debris, put tarpaulins on roofs, and restore power in the area.

Council also immediately deployed all available Parks and Gardens crews and arborists to help remove fallen trees from the area and Roads crews to help restore safety to the roads and assess damage.

While the clean up continues in some parts of our district, the township was back on its feet with most businesses affected in Cooroy following the storm on Tuesday operating as usual within 24 hours. Council’s Economic Development staff have been endeavouring to visit affected businesses in

Cooroy and Pomona to ascertain what assistance is required.

The exceptional response from emergency service crews ensured disruptions to businesses and residences were kept to a minimum and the efforts of local SES, police, Energex and Sunshine Coast Council crews was outstanding over the critical time during and just after the storm. Thank you to everyone involved for your hard work in difficult conditions. There is still much rebuilding to be done and I’m proud to be part of a community that has united during this time of need.

Kin Kin kids riding high: It is great to hear that so many kids and their parents are enjoying the new $50,000 skate park in Kin Kin sports ground. The skate park offers another opportunity for kids to keep active and healthy by getting outdoors with friends and family.

Some families ride their horses down and the kids ride their bikes, skateboards or scooters – so the park has created a really good social environment for the town.

As news spreads about the new skate park, it will

Cr Lew Brennan, Div 12 be great to see more families gathering together as they have before when we improved parks and playground facilities, the horse yards and tennis club.

We’re currently looking into adding some seating – and with 45 kids there the other afternoon – that will make things a little more comfortable for parents.

For me this is what it is all about, helping to deliver on the many requests from families over the years and to see so many kids enjoying this new skate park, it is just wonderful. It reminds me of my first project in council in 1997 which was to get the Cooran skatepark built.

Committed to improving pedestrian safety: Last week I approached the State Government with major safety con-

cerns faced by Cooroy residents caused by lack of pedestrian and cyclist access over the rail line that cuts the town in two. Over the years council staff have approached the Department of Transport and Main Roads at various levels to seek assistance to have this problem rectified.

In a letter to State Government representatives I raised this issue that has long been a safety hazard for the community, and sought commitment from the State Government to fix the hazard. This issue has existed for as long as I can remember. We’ve got a town with a rail line cutting it in two, and as many of you know, no safe cyclist or proper accessible pedestrian access over the rail line, with a two lane bridge the only means for vehicles to get from one side of town to the other.

I explained that the only safe means for cyclists and pedestrians to get across town is via a steep footbridge over the railway. This is challenging and inconvenient for the elderly, people with disabilities and parents with prams. In addition, there is a

Spot the pothole, contact council THE heavy rain may have left the Sunshine Coast, but potholes are now appearing on roads around the region.

Sunshine Coast Council is committed to repairing the damage and Civil Works Services Manager John Netherton said locals could also help by letting us know where problems are located. “Council is encouraging residents who spot pot holes to report them to us by calling customer service on (07) 54757272 or jumping on council’s website and filling in a quick and easy online form,� he said. “Council is responsible for approximately 3500km of roads around the Sunshine Coast so the more sets of eyes we have spotting problems and reporting them to us, the faster we can get out and fix them.

“As a result of the first rain event in February, over 90 sites have already been identified as having storm and or flood damage across the coast. “This includes damage at bridges and culverts where the water overtopped the road, large scours and some landslips. “Along with this, potholes will continue to pop up over the weeks to come.�

When completing the online form, residents are urged to provide as much information as possible to assist council in identifying the location and urgency of the work required.

Council will prioritise any items reported and work with the Department of Transport and Main Roads to repair potholes on local and State Government controlled roads.

school on each side of the rail corridor attended by hundreds of children who would benefit from safer access to and from school. I have asked for cooperation from State Government representatives in lobbying on our behalf to the Department of Transport and Main Roads to permanently rectify these issues.

New playground arrives for Apex Park, Cooroy: Installation of the new playground at Apex Park (behind Cooroy IGA) has started and the guys are working extra hard to try to have this completed by the end of the week (weather permitting) – a great bonus for a town that has suffered so much in the last week. The new playground works include a large multi level climbing structure with slides, new double swing, new bench/back rest seating within fenced playground area; new shade trees and additional landscaping. The completion of this project will make hundreds of the Cooroy littlies and their Mums and Dads happy I’m sure.

Worm farm workshop REDUCE landfill waste by composting and worm farms Sunshine Coast Council, in conjunction with EnviroCom Australia, will present a free composting and worm farm workshop at the Cooroora Woodworkers Cottage, Lower Mill Road, Cooroy on Saturday May 12 from 9.30am to 11.30am. Phone 5454 9000.

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REMEMBER you saw them here first folks, because these two faces may soon become well known ones in corporate Australia?

Well, that’s the dream for two local high school students and they’re pretty excited!

Ayden Nicoll and Kirsty Cusack both attend Noosa District High School and share a keen interest in business. Recently, the duo was appointed as Junior Observers for 2012 on a board that manages one of the only publically listed companies on the Sunshine Coast.

Sunshine Coast Community Financial Services Limited (SCCFSL) manages the Community Bank branches of Bendigo Bank in Cooroy, Marcoola and Tewantin.

Since 2008, these same Community Bank branches have combined to give back more than $795,000 to community groups, schools and organisations right across our region. The

branches continue to provide communities with an opportunity to enhance control over their community capital, ensuring more money stays in the area for local investment.

The allocation of these funds to over 50 projects are in the hands of the SCCFSL board who meet every month at Cooroy Library - and that’s where our junior directors come in.

Through Bendigo Bank’s sponsorship of Australian Business Week (ABW) held at the school each June, Ayden and Kirsty were made aware of a program where they could attend each SCCFSL board meeting and learn more about how community banking works on a boardroom level. It’s a big step in the right direction in the development of any career and Ayden and Kirsty have seen firsthand how it can lead to a great job close to home.

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Fred Broomhall, Ayden Nicoll, Kirsty Cusack and Rick Cooper who was school captain at Noosa District State High School before starting Customer Service Officer at Cooroy branch last year is a great example of that.

“I know I speak for Kirsty when I say how happy I am to have been given this opportunity”,

local Ayden Nicoll said.

“The SCCFSL board is packed with years of experience and they’re really lovely people who are keen to pass on their knowledge.

“It’s a great head start to learn how a board works and also to learn more about the important

part the Community Bank branches plays in Cooroy, Marcoola and Tewantin’s future. It’s just amazing how much time and money the branches have invested in our communities already for all our benefit,” Ayden added.

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By AMP Financial Planner Chad Monroe of Provision Wealth Management* WHEN it comes time to finally hang up the work boots, a lot of people face the frightening realisation that they don’t have enough retirement savings to live the lifestyle they were hoping for.

Many people make the mistake of leaving their run too late when building their retirement nest egg.

But if a person’s retirement savings are looking a little grim, or even if they could just do with a boost, a Transition to Retirement (TTR) strategy is available to over 55s who are still working to boost their retirement savings.

Although the strategy might be a little difficult to grasp at first, once people understand it, they are often surprised by how much it can increase their retirement savings.

There are two simple steps involved in a Transition to Retirement strategy: Step 1: Once a person has reached their superannuation preservation age, they can move their super into a specific type of account-based allocated pension to give themselves a more tax efficient income.

Some of the income payments received from the account-based pension may be tax-free with any taxable amount attracting a 15 per cent tax offset. For people aged 60 or over, the income payments are entirely tax free.

In addition to that, the investment earnings within the pension are completely tax-free regardless of age.

Step 2: After drawing down tax effective pension payments to cover living expenses, a person can then start contributing potentially large chunks of their before-tax salary back into super through salary sacrifice contributions. This aggressive salary sacrificing, combined with the above pension tax

benefits, can result in a dramatic boost to the overall retirement nest egg.

It’s important to remember that there are concessional caps limiting the amount that can be salary sacrificed into super without incurring tax penalties. This cap is $25,000 per year for those under 50, and $50,000 per year for those aged 50 and over (until 30 June 2012). The amount counted towards this cap also includes an employer’s existing contributions, such as the minimum 9 per cent super guarantee.

As noted earlier, a person must have also reached ‘preservation age’ before they can access their super to start a TTR pension.

The following table can be used to work out a persons preservation age, based on what year a person was born.

Preservation age Date of birth Preservation age Before 1 July 1960 55 1 July 1960 - 30 June 1961 56 1 July 1961 - 30 June 1962 57 1 July 1962 - 30 June 1963 58 1 July 1963 - 30 June 1964 59 From 1 July 1964 60 If people are interested in a Transition to Retirement strategy, they need to start preparing sooner rather than later to ensure that they can get started when they reach their preservation age.

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THE excitement is building. Registrations are now open for artists and designers to enter as competitors in this year’s Australian Body Art Carnivale, which will be held in Eumundi on May 12 and 13.

One of the best body artists in the business is Nina M of ‘Nina&Brady’, and she’s already starting to think about how she’ll interpret the competition theme of ‘Under the Sea’.

“This will be the third year I’ve competed at the Australian Body Art Carnivale,” says Nina. “And there really is nothing like the buzz of the Carnivale weekend. As an artist, it’s a thrill to be surrounded by so many other fabulous creative souls – doing what we love in bringing bodies to life with paint, colour and fun,” she says.

“Every year there are competitors who’ve never tried body painting before – and really for any artist, it’s just applying painterly techniques to a different canvas – that of a human body!”, Nina says.

“I really encourage artists out there to get involved too. It’s a truly unique opportunity, and something I think the Sunshine Coast is privileged to host.

We are actually running some workshops leading up to the Carnivale for artists and hobbyists who have never painted on the body. The workshops should give you all the confidence you need to enter the competition.”

Australian Body Art Carnivale Event Manager, Danielle Taylor says the event is centred on competitions in full body art (temporary paint – not tattoo) and

Cooroy Lower Mill Board Inc.

Community Members To Join Board The Cooroy Lower Mill Board is calling for expressions of interest from community members who would like to join the board.

The boards role is to improve and manage Mill Place alongside the precinct Manager.

The board is looking for community representatives with enthusiasm for the projects and the skills and experience to contribute to the ongoing work of the board.

This is a volunteer position. The Board meets on a monthly basis If you have an interest in holding a position please forward your CV to Chairperson Carol Christensen e-mail googoo@one.net.au Postal address P.O Box 13 Cooroy 4563.

Phone: 5447 6018 Applications close on 13th April 2012

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face painting, but also includes competitions and exhibitions in wearable art, pavement/ chalk art, vehicle/car bonnet art and photography.

“There are opportunities for artists with backgrounds in visual art, make up and special effects, textile art, street art, graphic art, chalk art and more. Artists can chose to paint their own model or we’ll supply one free of charge. And entering by end of March qualifies you for early bird rates,” says Danielle.

Visit www.australianbodyart.com.au for more info, competition registration, sponsorship opportunities and to sign up to receive eNewsletters in the lead-up to the event. The event also has a Facebook page: Australian Body Art Carnivale.

The Australian Body Art Carnivale is a free non-for profit event thanks to the generosity of its funding partners and sponsors – Eumundi Chamber of Commerce, Eumundi Combined Community Organisation, Eumundi and District Community Association, the Eumundi and District Historical Association, the Original Eumundi Markets, Snazaroo Face Paints, Tourism Noosa, Sunshine Coast Regional Council, Noosa News, Sunshine Coast Daily, Zinc 96.1FM, Firefly Solutions, Kingfisher Bay Resort, Jacaranda Creek Farmstay B&B, Gelignite Jacks, Hive Swimwear, Always Wicked Art, Moz Theatre Entertainment, Funtopia, Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters, Rydges Resort Calounda and Bundaberg Rum Distillery.

Enter your five minute flicks in film festival

NICA’s Catherine Cheung was the brainchild of EcoFlicks- the Sunshine Coast Environmental Film Festival.

Catherine has now moved on but her legacy remains in what is possibly the most popular community environment film festival in Australia.

Now in its third consecutive year, the Sunshine Coast Council supports EcoFlicks both financially and with continuous screenings at selected venues throughout Green June, following the official screening and awards presentation at World Environment Day (10th June) at University of the Sunshine Coast.

Noosa Integrated Catchment Association (NICA) coordinates the event and has secured award sponsors as well as much needed technical assistance for participants by way of a free 2-day workshop from Qld School of Film and Television (QSFT).

“The major program and award sponsors this year are once again SEQ Catchments,

the Original Eumundi Markets, and QSFT. It is also great to see other environmentally minded businesses jump on board and throw their support behind this event in getting the clean, green environment message out there- they include Home and Energy Solar, Noosa Avalon Farm Cottages, and Salon Salon Cooroy.” said NICA’s Project Coordinator, Maree Prior.

“We now want lots of participantswannabe filmmakers and YouTube buffs to enter a 5 minute film in the festival. Details can be found on the NICA website under Projects. www.noosariver.com.au Go to EcoFlicks 2012 and download the Rules and Registration form.”

“We are also thinking ahead and are interested hearing from 2013 sponsors who would like to discuss Naming Rights to promote this fantastic event; a YouTube contest and a dedicated website” Maree said.

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Art Eggstravaganza EASTER is just around the corner and the talented artists of the Tinbeerwah Art Group invite you to hop along to their “Art Eggstravaganza” exhibition of paintings at the Cooroy RSL Bowls Club 5 Opal St Cooroy.

A charity fundraiser opening night in aid of Katie Rose Cottage will be held at 6pm on March 23. Entry by gold coin donation – refreshments provided – purchase drinks from the bar. Katie Rose cottage, the Sunshine Coast Community Hospice charity has been established to provide hospice support care to all dying people, of any age, in our community free of personal cost.

The Tinbeerwah Art Group (T.A.G.) is one of the longest running art groups on the Coast. It was founded 18 years ago by re-

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tired Art Teacher Gwen Blair. T.A.G. is well known for its diversity. Members are encouraged to develop their own individual ideas and techniques in contemporary and traditional styles In oils, watercolours, acrylics, pastels and mixed media.

The “Art Eggstravaganza” exhibition will feature a diverse range of styles and mediums and all paintings are available for purchase with a percentage of sale price donated to Katie Rose Cottage. Come along and join us for a nibble. Paintings may also be viewed and purchased after 4pm on Sat & Sun 24 & 25March and Wed & Thur 28 & 29 March..

For more information please contact Jan Cooke (07)5473 0235 or Avril hare (07)5448 1448

New Season New Look YOU may have noticed some new faces occupying Velocity Surf Wear recently, (soon to be Velocity Surf ‘n’ Skate). These friendly faces belong to the new owners, Al Cousins, his son, Luke and daughter Casey. Another regular fixture behind the counter is Casey’s husband, Kelly.

With 18 years in the surf-retail game, they bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience allowing them to keep up with ever changing brands and trends.

Apart from the new faces, you will also notice an injection of new brands. Labels like Hurley, Nike, Globe, Electric, Volcom and ZFlex skateboards are being added to the racks daily. The fresh new stock and shop layout

is sure to keep you all happy.

A great new scheme being introduced is the frequent shopper card. This loyalty program sees shoppers rewarded with a discount on the entire price of their final purchase using the card and the card going into the draw for a fantastic Christmas give away, (drawn Christmas Eve), filled with $1000 worth of products from the afore-mentioned brands.

Another exciting initiative will be the development of their website, through which you will be able to order and buy top-brand surf and skate gear via lay-buy.

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COOROY RAG police beat with Sergeant Mal Scott THE trend of outsiders coming to Cooroy and committing offences has continued with a number of recent incidents. In the past, several offenders have been identified by the use of forensic evidence as committing offences in Cooroy whilst living well outside the Cooroy community. As we all know, the Cooroy community is a close knit highly proactive community who in the past have banded together to assist police in making Cooroy a hard target against criminals intent on causing havoc within this division. A recent spate of offences have occurred in the Noosa Hinterland area where several highly transient offenders have committing offences using stolen cars with false plates attached to visit the Cooroy, Eumundi and Pomona areas and commit offences.

Police are asking for the public’s assistance to help identify suspicious behaviour in and around our CBD late at night and early in the morning. Increasingly brazen criminals are smashing their way through shop fronts to steal shop keepers hard earned money and property.

This type of offence is generally very rare in Cooroy but my fear is that these offences will start to become more prevalent if we don’t stand up and report all suspicious activity to the police and make Cooroy a hard target against outsiders. Recently, a pair of offenders have been targeting businesses in this area by distracting shopkeepers away from their cash registers by requesting stock which may be at the rear of the shop or in a store room. Once the shop keeper is away from the till the complete

cash register is ripped from the counter and the offenders flee the scene. To stop this offence from occurring shop keepers should be aware not to be distracted away from their till and if at all possible please screw or bolt the till to the counter and make sure the till is locked at all times. The suspects for these offences are a male and female in there early 20’s working together so please report any suspicious activity and any vehicle that may be associated with them. The two suspects have links to this area so be highly vigilant and assist police wherever possible. Over the past 6 months our burglary offences have been on the decrease thanks to some excellent police work and information from the local community in apprehending a number of juveniles for these offences. The offence of most concern is that of burglaries occurring on dwellings in the rural areas of Tinbeerwah and also areas in the vicinity of Gumboil road. Offenders are randomly picking properties and driving up driveways in the hope of finding a vacant house so they can go about their evil business. If a person answers the door they will then come up with some lame excuse before driving away hoping that their activity won’t be reported to the police. Can I strongly suggest that if you are the victim of such an event report the matter asap to the police along with car registration details and descriptions of the offenders. Whilst on the subject of the community helping the police I would like to strongly acknowledge the committee of “The Forest Star” which is a community News Letter/News

Paper servicing the Lake MacDonald and Forest Acres areas which seeks to foster a strong community spirit with residents living in that area. In the past, this community newsletter has been very proactive with assisting police with various problems in the area so once again the old quote comes through and that is….”A Police Service is only as effective as the Community in which it serves” so thanks and keep up the good work guys.

The Cooroy Blue Light Disco is entering its 5th year of operation and shows no signs of slowing down. Police more often than not have contact with young people due to some sort of adverse actions on behalf of the child involved and the police are called upon to play the enforcement roll in trying to deal with the Child’s bad behaviour. One of the main reasons the Cooroy police volunteer and run the Blue Light Discos in our own time is so as the kids of Cooroy can have positive interaction with the police and learn to trust and look up to the police as positive role models. Sometimes, all the negative contacts with kids can cause a police officer to get a tad jaded around the edges but I must say that attending and supervising these discos is a huge shot in the arm and is a constant reminder that by far the vast majority of our kids are great to be around. I know that the other volunteers feel the same and the energy that the kids give off during the night is infectious and well worth the price of giving up a Saturday night to supervise at the disco.

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Easter Baskets and Cards

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‘Travel Themed’ Ani-Movie Workshop

Create your own stop-motion movies using Lego, plasticine, figurines and your imagination. Your final product will be burned to a DVD to share with your family and friends. For Ages 6-10yrs.Free , Bookings essential 5454 9000

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The Mothers Club Author talk with Fiona Higgins

The Mothers’ Group tells the story of six very different women who agree to meet regularly soon after the births of their respective babies. Set during the first crucial year of their babies’ lives, The Mothers’ Group tracks the women’s individual journeys as they navigate birth and motherhood as well as the shifting ground of their relationships with their partners. Free, Bookings essential 5454 9000

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Heart Foundation Moonwalk

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Wednesday 11 April 6.30-8pm

“The Ten Second Kiss” Information for Wedding Planning

You are invited to come and listen to Celeste as she shares her book The Ten Second Kiss: Ultimate do’s and don’ts before you say I do. This self-published author will provide couples planning their wedding, a fresh new look and perspective that she believes will enhance the options available in today’s economic climate. Free, Bookings essential 5454 9000

16 March to 14 April, Tuesday – Saturdays 10am – 4pm The work of local artist Stephen Roberts explores stories about our local headlands from First Australian, early European settler and contemporary perspectives.

Cape York Colours Local Indigenous photographer Paul Fry has a special interest in cattle station life and wildlife photography. This collection of photographs captures the hardships and challenges of life on remote Queensland cattle stations.

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Painting with Clay workshop Paint on clay with clay to produce either 2D pictures, low relief images or decorated vessels. The work will be fired and available for collection at a later date. Cost $65 or $40 per day, materials provided. Bookings essential on 5454 9050.

Saturday 24 and 31 March 9.30-12.30noon.

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COOROY RAG

Lew loves delivering

Div 12 Cr Lew Brennan LEW Brennan is standing for Division 12 in the council elections and despite representing his community on council since 1997 he still doesn’t see himself as a politician, but rather “just one of the community having a go.” He and his wife Maurene have been residents in the hinterland for 35 years and Lew has worked tirelessly for the community that he is so passionate about starting way back with the Cooran P&C when his sons went to school.

“I love this place, and I love the people and I get the biggest kick out of delivering on our dreams and goals.”

Lew’s list of achievements is a long one and the last four years has been particularly fruitful.

“Getting the Cooroy Library built was a 10 year struggle, but now we have the most beautiful and functional piece of infrastructure in the region, and I see it as a monument to the strength of character of the Cooroy community who went through some tough times. There are many more BIG projects around the whole of Division 12 too. The Butler Street bi-pass in Tewantin works really

well and has taken traffic pressure off the school and the town centre, and it looks a treat.

“I finally got the money for the Cooroy Sewerage plant, we got the plans finalised and just as we started work on it Unitywater took it over and will have it completed by the end of year ... no more smell, hooooraaay.

“Small fish are sweet and the Cooran streetscape turned the little village into one of the prettiest towns in the region. The Tewantin foreshore redevelopment was another long awaited project and with the brand new amenities block, spray park for kids, carpark for boaties and visitors it looks a treat.

The Tewantin streetscape is near completion too.

“The Sportsmans Way, Jarrah Street extension is nearing completion after years of requests and planning by the community, and it allowed me to build a new oval for the Cooroy sports complex and the thousand of kids who play there.

“We were able to get some bitumen on Dr Pages Road in Kin Kin and also managed to get a skatepark in town too, and by all accounts it is ‘going off.’ We put the finishing touches on Pomona’s streescape in Reserve Street which really finished off the towns entrance and we gave Pomona Community House a hand to get the ‘Mens Shed’ project up.

“The new playground in Apex park has turned out really well and the kids are loving it. It has lifted the whole look and feel of the park and the precinct. I’m currently working on a new carpark opposite the library and I’m also about to start on a pedestrian crossing at the Maple Square shops across to the library. This will slow traffic entering Maple Street too. Also in the pipeline is a new jetty down at Boreen Point, and I really want to help the Pomona Fire Station relocate so it doesn’t get flooded all the time.

“It’s a busy life, particularly when I tackle Economic Development and business support for the whole region, but I love delivering on our communities dreams, especially because our community plays such a strong partnership role with our terrific team at council.”

Where else would you live?” ... nowhere else according to Lew.

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Cooroy Scouts HI to all. With all of this crazy weather that we’ve had, we hope that everyone is safe and have been looking out for each other.

Our 3 Cub leaders have been doing a fantastic job and the kids seem to all be enjoying themselves. They have been learning all about their DR.ABC, and other fun things such as making lava lamps. Unfortunately the camp planned at Dunethin Rock has had to be postponed twice due to wet and soggy weather and grounds. Hopefully it will be

third time lucky after easter for all the eager kids.

The Scouts have also been a very busy group, learning about electricity, more on camping essentials, and cooking. We send a big thank-you to Ken for our new sign for the Old Den. It looks fantastic.

For more details on Cooroy Scout Group please contact our Group Leader Elaine Williams on 0438851474 or visit our website at www.cooroy.scoutsqld.com.au

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DIVISION 12 candidate Tony Wellington is not happy with the amalgamated Council. “We are paying much more than we were under the former Noosa Council,” he says, “and getting far less in return.”

“So many Division 12 residents have come to me complaining about poor services. Gravel roads are not being maintained the way they used to be.

Parks and gardens are receiving less attention. Drains are not being maintained, sometimes with devastating results.”

“There has been a range of opinions relating to Council’s response to the recent rain events. But in the normal scheme of things, most people are dissatisfied with the new mega-council as compared to the former Noosa Council.”

“It has been reported that we are now paying 52% more in rates than we were four years ago. The early rates discount has been halved from 10% to 5%. Yet basic services are being cut.”

“Take Council’s waste management operations as a prime example. The longstanding kerbside rubbish collection has been scrapped, the free tip dockets for ratepayers have gone, and tip fees have increased. Yet Council budget documents from last year note that the Waste Management Program is making a profit of more than $7 million. So why has the service been scaled back? Perhaps the real answer is because Maroochy never had the service that Noosa enjoyed, so we have been dumbed-down to meet the Maroochy standard.”

“Meanwhile, Joe Jurisevic has noted that the volume of trash being dumped

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in local bushland has reached crisis point, with the recent Clean Up Australia Day event finding more rubbish than ever before. That is arguably a direct product of Council policy.”

“I am also receiving many complaints about difficulties dealing with Council staff.

Where once we could either telephone or visit the Tewantin Chambers and get a quick response, we are now dealing with staff well removed from the area, often with little understanding of local needs, who can take days to respond.”

“The best way out of the current mess is to de-amalgamate. That doesn’t mean we have to go back to what we had before. We can actually have a new Council that is much better than the former Noosa Council: more efficient, and certainly more responsive to its community. Ideally it would become an exemplar in community consultation. I want to put the ‘local’ back into local government.”

“If elected to the Sunshine Coast Council I will work to reinstate both the kerbside clean-up service and the full 10% rates dis-

Tony Wellington count. More importantly, I will ensure that if we are de-amalgamated, the Noosa region, and hinterland in particular, get a fair deal.”

Cooroy Probus Club THE Probus Club of Cooroy has begun 2012 in ‘fast forward’ with their social diaries quickly filling up.

January saw a planned trip to the Yandina Observatory aborted due to adverse weather but undeterred was promptly replaced with a visit to the Ginger Factory and lunch at the Yandina Pub any excuse!

Our dinner outing to Bertoni’s Pizza & Pasta in Noosaville was another Barbara Damman and Trevor Blake at Flaxton Barn gastronomic success. Conversation there was initially constrained by Montville - a ‘must do’ for any tourist to extremely raucous lorikeets that gathered the Noosa Hinterland. nearby for their evening dining experience.

With our AGM in March and a theatre The birds eventually disappeared to roost outing booked to David Williamson’s but not before they left their digestive play Travelling North, there is no rest products scattered beneath the adjacent for these active Probarians. trees and all over our cars ... but that’s Members travel from outside the Cooroy nature! In February we enjoyed a wonderarea just to be involved in this very ful coach trip to the Blackall Ranges - Lilly friendly and sociable group.

Ponds, Mapleton Falls and a sumptuous Membership is still open - infact there morning tea at Flaxton Barn. A respite at are just a couple of places left for anyone Baroon Pocket Dam to enable our appetites interested in joining. Enquiries to to be restored prepared us for lunch and President, John Pluck ph 5485 0415 or wine tasting at Flame Hill Winery, Secretary, Leslie Wilkin ph 5472 0868.

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COOROY RAG Helping Queenslanders for 30 years

by Carol Watkins, Deputy Local Controller, Sunshine Coast North IT has been a very busy time in our region during late February and early March. First we had the very destructive storm which ripped the heart out of the centre of Cooroy, and tore down innumerable trees putting them through roofs, across driveways and in all sorts of places creating havoc with access to and from properties. Three days after that we had enormous rainfall in a very short time, spreading from Tewantin and Noosaville, through to the hinterland towns of Cooroy and Pomona.

Then a week later, more intense rain fell on the coast and in the hinterland.

In the aftermath of the wild storm on the Tuesday night we were lucky enough to have SES teams from Sunshine Coast Central and Sunshine Coast South come to assist and had five teams on the shop roofs in town for 6 hours before they were fully tarped and able to be left secure. Chainsaws were buzzing over the next few days clearing debris from our community.

The next events, heavy downpourings in a short time, left a lot of local flooding, which needed a large number of sandbags. Some streets we were unable to access, but luckily Council was able to deposit pallets of sandbags at nearby spots, so residents were able to help themselves and sandbag their own premises.

This will probably happen more and more in the future, so it is a good idea to prepare for these floods by keeping a stock of sandbags on hand. We usually have some at our facilities in Cooroy, Tewantin, Pomona and Boreen Pt so a phone call to 132 500 will let us know you need them, and we can arrange for you to come and pick some up.

We were contacted by a number of residents saying they had called their insurance companies who had told them to contact the SES to get a job number before they could lodge a claim.

This is not correct. We are an emergency service, and there to help you in times of emergency

such as abnormal weather events as we have recently experienced. We do not have tradespeople who are able to fix your problems.

We can use items such as tarps, ropes, sandbags, silicon, black plastic and gaffer tape to put in place emergency repairs that should get you through until you are able to get someone out to permanently fix your damaged property. Of-

ten we find when we get out to leaking roofs that these are caused by blocked gutters, generally blocked by leaves and sometimes by items such as tennis balls, which cause water to leak into roof spaces and then drip into homes.

Unfortunately at times, the only way to solve this problem is to puncture the ceiling and let the water flow into the living spaces. Definitely in these instances, pre-

vention is better than the cure.

We have had a number of enquiries from potential new members and our next intake will be in July. For information on joining the S.E.S. contact one of our Group Leaders: for Cooroy, Pauline Eglington 0427 349218; Pomona, Steve Muir, 0428 571213; Tewantin, Murray Caddie, 0410 512535; and for Boreen Point, Ron Williams 0488 795102.

Proposed development Have your say From: Animal husbandry Type 1 To: Animal husbandry Type 2 (intensive) At: 4 Campbells Rd, Boreen Point On: Lot 2 RP 810777 By: Peter Riley - Ph: 5485 3419 Email: plgl@hotmail.co.uk Approval sought: Development Permit Material change of use Application No: MCU 12/0001 Comment Period:21/3/2012 to 12/4/2012 Written comments to: Sunshine Coast Regional Council Locked Bag 72 Sunshine Coast Mail Centre 4560 Mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au 5475 7272 www.sunshinecoast.qld.au Copies of full application can be viewed or Obtained from the assesment manager.

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RON Sutton Congratulates Anyah Siddall for winning a scholarship from Bond University to further her studies in ballet at the Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy in Sydney for one year.

We expect that this scholarship will provide for you a wonderful pathway throughout your chosen career. As a graduate of Noosa District State High School (Pomona) you join many others who have achieved at top levels from our local Schools and are now impartimg their particular skills among the community .

Anyah’s applicattion was supported by the RSL Youth Development Programme which provides young people with the basic information about career pathways and here in Cooroy we have been pleased to support Anyah’s application and know that she has been chosen from a strong field of candidates. Congratulations Anyah.

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POMONA State School P&C President, Heather Manders, presents a $5000 cheque to Principal, Mick Byrne, for the purchase of extra resources –sports equipment, language and literacy materials etc. This donation is on top of the purchase of video and recording equipment for the ‘geen room’ in the library-$2500 and $1000 for the health education van, given last year.

This money was raised in 2011 with fundraising activities carried out by the P&C. We would like to thank all those families, businesses and community members, who gave a helping hand with those fundraising activiites. without your continued support, the P&C would not be able to give financial assistance to the school, for the enrichment of all our students. Thank You!!

Pomona Museum NOOSA Museum in Pomona is pleased to announce it survived last Friday’s deluge and is open for business as usual.

The water came up underneath to a height of about 2 feet in the old scale. Luckily nothing was lost. There was a lot of mud and water which with the help of many volunteers has been cleaned out.

The Management Committee would like to extend their grateful thanks to the staff from the Sunshine Coast Council, including Caroline Foxon, Ron Gillander and his volunteers from Bankfoot House, the men from Tewantin Noosa Men’s Shed and the many Museum volunteers who helped with the clean-up which will continue for some time yet as we will use this as a chance for us to refresh our displays downstairs.

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SURE to surprise and captivate both young and old, Being Human is a colourful exhibition of acrylic paintings and ceramic sculptures created by hinterland artist John Petrie.

Opening March 17 at the Pomona Railway Gallery, this experimental body of work is not mainstream art; it’s mentalist!

In this vibrant display of impulsive and intuitive emotion, Petrie takes his viewers on a visual exploration into the philosophy of mentalism – that mind is the only true reality and objects of knowledge exist solely as aspects of the mind’s awareness.

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HARDWARE FAMILY, Friends & the community of Pomona gathered on Sunday 5th February at the Pomona Bowls Club to celebrate the life of a good friend and mate, Darryn Denton. The morning was organised for the community to come together to remember and celebrate the life of this wonderful and funny loving person. His friendly personality and infectious smile touched so many people.

Darryn’s sister from Canada, Annette, attended the morning along with many close friends and approx 150 local communtiy members. The formalities of the morning were very brief with MC Steve Hiditch tellling a few butcher jokes followed by a short story of Darryn’s life. A few words from Annette, Toni and Al Gitsham and then a few laughs were had during a DVD presenation. Family and a few close friends concluded the morning by releasing 49 balloons (Darryn’s age) in Darryn’s honour. A few drinks and morning tea was then enjoyed by all who attended.

A big thankyou to everyone who contributed in some way in making this day for Darryn so special and memorible for everyone who has been affected by this tragedy.

Design a seat for the River Park at Kenilworth KENILWORTH Arts Council members were delighted recently to receive a grant from the Sunshine Coast Council to call for submissions from artists and designers for the design and build of a seat for the new park on the Mary River at the end of Charles Street in Kenilworth.

This park was created for public use by the Sunshine Coast Council towards the end of last year. It is to prevent vehicular vandalism to the area as a result of the discovery that the endangered Mary River Turtle and other Mary River turtles were nesting there. The design of the seat, which is to be sited in the park above flood level, is to reflect the environmental issues and wildlife of the area; especially the endangered species that live in the river – the Mary River Turtle and the Lungfish.

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“A great deal of our work is taken up in restoration of family Bibles, which are of great sentimental value to their owners, and which, when restored, can be handed down to future generations.

As well as restoring books, we are also able to replace missing covers with leather or cloth, and to make boxes and enclosures to protect precious books from the elements and insect

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As part of their commitment to preserving the skills of hand book binding, Lorraine and Ian are committed to passing on their knowledge. For the past four years, they have been instructors for the Queensland Bookbinders’ Guild, running regular classes in Brisbane. Now, they have brought their classes closer to home and run regular weekends at the Pomona Community Centre. The next course is filling rapidly, and will be held over the weekend of March 31/April 1. Over the weekend, students make from scratch a beautiful, traditionally hand sewn journal, and also learn ways in which to bind and repair their own books.

To participate in this fun and rewarding weekend, contact Lorraine and Ian on 54854166, email sage@sageold.com.au or via their website www.sageold.com.au

National Youth Week is coming to town ROLL up! Roll up! Roll up! Pomona & District Community House in conjunction with Dept. of Communities is presenting ‘Out There & Loving It’ – a series of free Circus Skills workshops for youth 11 years and over.

Event spokesperson, Heather Manders, says the ‘Out There & Living It’ workshops will be a fantastic opportunity for young people to develop some great skills and to showcase their talent.

The workshops will be facilitated by Andrew and Wendy Flanagan from Sunshine Unicycles, and Brad and Kate Smith from Clownman. Danielle Gonsal will be teaching hoola hoops.

All activities will be available at each workshop. Andrew and Wendy recommend doing the unicycling at each workshop to gain some proficiency.

Participants must bring their own helmets and wear closed in shoes.

“Our event reflects the great enthusiasm and support for local activities”, says Heather. The workshops have been made possible with support from the Queensland Government, Sunshine Coast Council and our own young volunteers.

A workshop preview will be held at the Pomona Markets on Saturday, April 14th, 9.30am.

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dining & entertainment Chamber music at Butter Factory

COME and experience an intimate and exclusive chamber music concert on Saturday 24 March 3-4pm at the Butter Factory Arts Centre, Cooroy performed by the celebrated and award-winning musicians of the Aether Quintet.

The Aether Quintet performs wonderful classical music with inspiring and fresh vitality. Passionate performers with a vast wealth of musical experience, these musicians are highly sought after as soloists, educators, chamber and orchestral players constantly performing around the country. These vibrant and dynamic performers present a varied program of beautiful and romantic repertoire from

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FAMOUS PIG ON A SPIT

Every Sunday Lunch

7th April - Saturday Night ‘Spit Roast Dinner’ in the Beer Garden 8th April - Sunday Lunch ‘Pig on the Spit’ with Steve Hutch 9th April - Monday Open for Lunch & Dinner Closed - Good Friday

Bookings Recommended

HAPPY HOUR

Every Wednesday 5-6pm

in the Beer Garden 3-6pm

Saturday 31st March Innes - Flat Picking Extrordinaire

with music by Col Noble - March 25th Innes - April 1st

Steak Tenderness NOLANS PREMIUM BEEF

BLUE GRASS JAM

PH: 5485 3100 www.apollonianhotel.com.au

Sunday 15th April Noosa Classic Cars on the front lawn Pig on the spit for lunch & Mark Camillo to entertain us

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the turn of the 20th century. Featuring music

by Villa-Lobos, Francaix, Spohr and Vincent d’Indy this concert is a must for any classical music lover.

This sublime music combines the luminous and beautiful sounds of the concert harp, with flute and string trio performed by Australia’s finest and celebrated chamber musicians. Michele Walsh (violin) is Head of Strings at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Patricia Pollett (viola) is the Senior Lecturer of Music Studies at University of Queensland, Louise King (cello) freelances with as a soloist and chamber musician and lives on the Sunshine Coast, Patrick Nolan teaches flute at University of Queensland and was Principal Flute with the Queensland Sym-

phony Orchestra and Lucy Reeves (harp) freelances with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Australian Chamber Orchestra and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra.

Beautiful, uplifting music to soothe and inspire. You will hear a mixture of traditional chamber music with dreamy French soundscapes and fun, toe-tapping music.

Something for every music lover.”

Tickets are $25 / $15 concessions including post concert refreshments. To secure your seat in this intimate and exclusive concert, bookings are strongly recommended on 5454 9050.

Enjoy mingling with the musicians and a relaxing browse in the art gallery post concert.

Rodeo rides into town YEEHAH – It’s time to turn up the live country music, dust off your cowboy hat and put your riding boots on as the Noosa North Shore Easter Rodeo makes its arrival into Noosa. So book your tickets now for this family friendly event on Sunday 8th April which promises to be an afternoon of fun for the whole family. For the first time the Noosa North Shore will host three hours of action packed rodeo entertainment on Easter Sunday. The afternoon will also include open bull rides, open saddle rides, bareback plus jun-

ior bull rides and ladies barrel. There will also be a carnival for the kids complete with dodgem cars and more plus live music on the back deck afterwards. Courtesy buses will run continuously from 10am. So celebrate this Easter with the whole family and kick up your heels at the Noosa North Shore Easter Rodeo. Tickets can be pre-purchased by email at info@nnsr.com.au or at reception.

For bookings at the restaurant, information on your next event or to order the courtesy bus call 07 5447 1225.

Easter Magic Show FRIDAY NIGHT

Goose Club & Muso Jam

BACK by popular demand! These school holidays Nickleby will be performing some of his most amazing tricks including floating a child from the audience in mid air.

Don’t miss out on this action packed show with incredible illusions and a special guest appearance from the Easter Bunny!

The Easter Magic Show featuring Nickleby The Magician will be at The J on Friday 13 April at 10am. Tickets: $12 Entry / $10 Groups 8+. This is an all ages event.

dining & entertainment The music that changed the world

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THE debut of “The Songs of the Haight Ashbury Stage Show” in July 2011 drew the largest crowds Stokers Siding Hall has ever seen. Those unable to fit into the Hall created a mini festival outside as the” Hymns of a Generation” were celebrated by the best musicians in the Rainbow Region.

Performances in Nimbin and Byron in December 2012 filled the Venues with capacity crowds who experienced a psychedelic “ huge night of fun” with this exciting production that is going places!

The Haight Ashbury is a street intersection in San Francisco. During the conservative America of the 1950’s it

was a rundown but quaint area. Its cheap rents attracted the artists of the Beat generation such as Jack Keroauc and a small artistic community began. Using every Art form this bohemian generation expressed a new way of being “American”. As the 50’s rolled into the 60’s the area began attracting the disaffected youth of America, who identified with this liberating way of thinking and living. Artists, Poets, Rebels, Spiritualists, Revolutionaries and Musicians flocked to the area. The Haight Ashbury became a vibrant centre of free expression, it has been likened to a Renaissance whose effects are still

resonating today.

The rejection of conservative American values empowered a new generation and gave voice to those who demanded change, evolution and an end to the Vietnam War. The famous catchcry, “Make love not war” was born.

Radio embraced the psychedelic music of the Haight Ashbury and a wave of change swept from San Francisco, across America, and from there across the Planet. The Songs of the Haight Ashbury Stage Show is a celebration of the music of Canned Heat, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Country Joe and the Fish, Bob Dylan, Arlo Guthrie, Grace Slick and Jefferson Airplane,

Joni Mitchell and more.

S Sorrensen, renowned author, comedian and poet is the Ringmaster, interspersing the songs with hilarious anecdotes and stories from the era.

James T, who spent 10 years in Canned Heat, will play the songs he knows so well, an American expat whose career highlights include sharing the stage with John Lee Hooker. Multi award winning Blues diva Lil’Fi will sing Janis Joplin with an unique authority that can only come from paying her dues and living the Blues. Connor Cleary, hailed as one of the region’s most impressive young guitarists, breathes Jimi Hendrix from every cell and is electrifying. Bill Jacobi’s tramp-roots style will conjour Country Joe, Arlo Guthrie and Dylan.

Worldfolk songbird Andrea Soler will channel the sweet purity of Joni Mitchell and mystical punk Diva Diana Anaid will sing Grace Slick as only one who has been down the rabbit hole can. This is the authentic Haight

Ashbury experience and not to be missed, 8pm Saturday, March 24 at the Pomona Majestic Theatre. Tickets from the Majestic Box office 5485 2330.

Food for life ON Monday 12 March, Surinder of Safron Namaste together with Pomona Community House and Pomona Medicworx, organised a seminar held at Saffron Namaste on Food and Medicine.

The purpose of this was to give people a different perspective and outlook on healthy living with Ayurvedic Philosophy. How food is not just a source to fill your belly but sustain us physically, mentally and spiritually.

The Community House says demand for seats was very high and the event was booked out very quickly. So there is a possibility of holding another one very soon. ”

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Happy Birthday Mr President

Drumming workshops

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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

President Elect, Dombrill Loggett (Luke Lanham) with PM Waveney Bruce (Eddie Ellis) HAPPY Birthday Mr President is showing at the Independent Theatre at Eumundi on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, March 23, 24, 25. Tickets $18. Bookings 5472.8200 or www.eumundi livetheatre.com Every now and again comes a comedy that gets close to the bone and Happy Birthday Mr President is one of them. A Prime Minister who likes playing war games with toy soldiers, his 2IC who’s waiting to pounce, a media tycoon anxious to extend her

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empire, her scheming sister who wants to run the country and the world’s dullest man who winds up as the nation’s number one choice as the first president of the republic of Australia.

These are some of the rib-tickling elements in the Australian comedy, Happy Birthday Mr President.

Written by John Burls, Happy Birthday Mr President has a top ensemble cast of Eddie Ellis, Keith Souter, Carol Hoger, Sandy Luscombe and Luke Lanham.

RHYTHM Culture takes you on an exciting journey through rhythm, movement and sound with these West African percussion workshops.

Rhythm Culture provides educational workshops for students of all ages. These workshops are specifically designed to inspire and create a greater sense of community. Each student will have a drum and the opportunity to engage with those around through traditional West African rhythm, song and dance. Rhythm Culture provides a musical and cultural experience for the students of Queensland and introduces an indigenous art practised by many ethnic and western people all over the world. Nathaniel Combs will share his stories of living and studying with master musicians and ballets in West Africa, along with his knowledge of traditional song and language in French, Malinke and Susu. These interactive workshops are truly a unique and authentic way to bring students together through music, story and song.

Catering for ages from 7 years to 14 years (older ages welcome, but no younger than 7yrs) Rhythm Culture Drumming Workshops the THe J Noosa on Thursday 5 April, 9:30am & 11:30am, $10 Per Person.

For more information please phone: 5455 4455

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Saturday March 24th .................... Dem Guys Saturday March 31st .. Timeless Rock & Blue Friday March 30th ............... Smokin Mirrors Saturday April 7th ...................................... 3 Bears

Famous Jam Session Every Thursday Night

BEER GARDEN RESTAURANT Meal Promos Wednesday Thursday Friday Nights

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Pelvic floor exercises for men!

MOST women are aware of the importance of performing pelvic floor exercises, but did you know that strong pelvic floor muscles are essential for men’s health as well? There are a number of issues for which pelvic floor muscle exercises can help, but let’s start with the one that is most likely to get your attention. Strong pelvic floor muscles can help overcome erectile dysfunction. Yes, you read correctly.

Not only is it safe and easy, but pelvic floor exercises are much cheaper than medications such as Viagra. Even if you don’t have erectile dysfunction, increasing your pelvic floor strength can increase the awareness of sexual sensations and therefore enjoyment.

Pelvic floor muscles can also help men who find that they “dribble” after urinating and are strongly recommended for men after prostatectomy.

Many men find that they have bladder

control issues and erectile dysfunction post surgery, and both of these symptoms can be improved with pelvic floor exercises. It is not only surgery that damages or weakens these muscles. Chronic coughing, lifting of heavy loads or straining due to constipation can also result in a weak pelvic floor.

So how do you fix the problem? Most men are able to perform their exercises correctly after basic instruction from a qualified therapist. If more help is required, there are DVD’s, muscle stimulation units and biofeedback which can be used as well. Like any problem, the sooner it is addressed, the easier it is to fix. So if you would like to know more, contact your health professional today. Craig and Rebecca Steele own and operate Hinteractive Physio in Cooroy. They can be contacted on 5442 5556.

Overcoming Osteoporosis EVERY 5 to 6 minutes someone is admitted to an Australian hospital with an osteoporotic fracture. About 50% of women and 33% of men over 60 years will have an osteoporotic fracture in Australia. That’s some pretty startling statistics but Osteoporosis can be prevented and the risk factors for fractures can be reduced.

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures (breaks or cracks) than in normal bone.

Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose minerals, such as calcium, more quickly than the body can replace them, leading to a loss of bone thickness. As a result, even a minor bump or accident can cause serious fractures.

Any bone can be affected by osteoporosis, but the most common sites are the hip, spine, wrist, ribs, pelvis and upper arm. Osteoporosis usually has no signs or symptoms until a fracture happens.

Fractures due to osteoporosis can lead to changes in posture (eg developing a stoop or hump in your back), muscle weakness, loss of height and bone deformity of the spine. Fractures can lead to chronic pain, disability, loss of independence and even premature death.

Two thirds of fractures of the spine are not identified or treated, even though they nearly all cause pain and some disability. Often people believe that symptoms like back pain, height loss or rounding of the spine are just due to old age. However, for many

people, osteoporotic fractures can be prevented, or at least your risk of having further fractures can be greatly reduced.

It is regular physical activity on a long-term basis that plays a particularly important role in maintaining healthy bones. Exercise can maintain and increase bone strength by increasing bone mass or by slowing agerelated bone loss. Muscle strength is also increased, which is important for supporting the joints and preventing falls. Exercise has also been shown to improve co-ordination and balance, which helps to prevent falls and to improve general physical health and well-being.

But it is important that your exercise is regular and ongoing because any positive gains in bone strength are lost when you stop exercising. It is never to late to start. And it is important to talk to your health care professional before commencing any activities as someone who has established osteoporosis (one or more fractures) may not be able to do as many types of activities as someone without osteoporosis.

The team from Make a Difference Health and Fitness can work with you to develop an exercise regime that can help prevent Osteoporosis or if you already have osteoporosis they can help with a program to speed your rehabilitation and prevent future fractures. Give them a call on 5442 6179 or check out their website on www.madhf.com.au.

Noosa Hinterland Denture Services New dentures Repairs Relines Personalised Natural look All Health Funds & Veteran Affairs Phone Tony for appointment

Shop 7 Railway Square Diamond Street, Cooroy

Ph: 5442 5753 Cooroy Guardian Pharmacy farewells Elanna Hunter and Kylie Lavery this week.

Both girls have decided to pursue new career paths and would like to thank the people of Cooroy for their support.

Enjoying better vision with better lenses FINDING your optimal vision solution begins with questions about your lifestyle according to local optometrists Heather McLeod and Jenny Currie from optometry@cooroy.

“Work, sport, driving, studying and even leisure activities all place different demands on your vision. How you spend your day will determine which visual solutions are best for you” says Jenny. “So when your optometrist asks you about what work you do, sports you play and what hobbies you enjoy, they are not trying to be intrusive but more likely seeking to learn more about your visual requirements to better advise you”.

Matching the right lens attributes to your vision and lifestyle needs is the key to achieving great vision. As spectacle lenses generally look the same, it can be difficult to appreciate the differences that can exist both in terms of form and function.

“There are many differences between lenses “adds Heather. “The quality, design and lens material will impact on visual performance, comfort, durability, aesthetic appeal and safety or a combination of all of these.”

“As optometry@cooroy is an independent practice, we have complete freedom to recommend products that provide the best solution for you as opposed to selecting from a limited range specified by corporate guidelines” says Jenny, “We believe when it comes to your spectacle lenses, there are vast differences in quality and we won’t compromise your vision with inferior products. After all your eyes deserve nothing less.” optometry@cooroy is located at 62 Maple Street, Cooroy. For more information or an appointment call 5442 5555. www.optometryatcooroy.com.au

Natural Medicine Air-conditioned Private Gym Bioimpedence Analysis 5442 6179 www.madhf.com.au

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YOGA STUDIO • Beginners Yoga • Integrate Mind & Body for Optimal Health • Strength, Fitness & Wellbeing

Phone Kevin

5447 6492 - 0423 920 000 35+ Years Experience

Is your relationship healthy?

Do you feel safe, valued and respected?

KYLIE SCHNEIDER DIP C.P. / DIP C.H. • Massage Therapist • Psychophysical Therapist • Clinical Hypnotherapist • Reconnective Practitioner • Distance Healer

CALL 0408 987 776 www.give-a-gift-of-healing.com ABN: 63 253 580 954

We provide a free confidential and professional counselling service for families affected by domestic violence whether it is physical, emotional, financial, or social abuse. Counselling for other issues and referrals also offered.

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MAPLE Street Surgery is pleased to welcome Dr. Kathy Isbel who joins their experienced team of doctors. Dr. Isbel is an established local area doctor who has been providing quality healthcare to the Noosa and Hinterland community for many years. Her special interests include: Preventative health/maintaining wellness; The effective

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Acupuncture Remedial Massage • Low Back Pain • Headaches • Period Pains • Musculoskeletal Injuries • Insomnia • Digestion Problems • Post Surgery Recovery • Lack of Energy & Spark

We keep it natural – you take control 44 Maple St, Cooroy (Next to Eden Hospital)

Phone: 0428 547 499

Offering . . . ◆ Hands on Physiotherapists ◆ Assist in Pelvic Floor Retraining - Urinary Incontinence ◆ Gym on-site with Qualified Exercise Physiologist & Pilates Intructors ◆ Remedial & Sports Massage ◆ PGA Qualified Rehabilitation Golf Specialist

TIM ROBINSON PHYSIOTHERAPIST

ANITA RISSON

CAROLINE PROBERT

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PHYSIOTHERAPIST

ANITA ALLMAN

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PHYSIOTHERAPIST

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CAROLINE GOODWIN

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EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST

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management of chronic or complex conditions, including diabetes and heart disease; Children’s health; General family health care.

Dr. Kathy Isbel is taking appointments right now at Maple Street Surgery for both her existing and new patients.

Maple Street Surgery has four female and five male doctors. The surgery has always Bulk Billed those in the community in need of assistance and continually strive to offer same day appointments. Phone 5447 6644.

Fun and Fitness for the Older Adult!

GENTLE exercise classes for seniors are currently running in Miva Street Church Hall at 10.30am on Tuesdays and Maple Street Uniting Church Hall at 11am on Fridays.

Lucy Cloonan is a local personal trainer with 12 years’ experience in the fitness industry.

Lucy is a fully qualified older adults’ instructor who is passionate about health and wellbeing for all age groups. She also has a keen interest in dietary requirements and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutrition.

Lucy say’s “there are many benefits of physical activity for older adults including; lowering blood pressure which will help with prevention of stokes and thrombosis, increased bone mineral density for the preven-

tion of osteoporosis, weight management, alleviates moderate depression, encourage stress and pain relief and improvement of joint mobility”.

Lucy’s classes have been designed for men and women and include low impact cardiovascular exercise to improve fitness, light weight training to improve strength, exercises for balance and coordination, stretching for flexibility plus nutritional guidance for this important time of life.

Classes are also a great way to meet others and have fun in a supportive and caring environment.

For more information on this and other classes please call Lucy Cloonan on 0412 489313 or visit www.lucycloonanfitness.com.

Extra psychology services for Cooroy!

CARMEN Southam, psychologist, is open for business at 44 Maple Street Cooroy and is keen to help locals enrich their lives and reach their full potential!

“Troubled, worried, anxious? Unhappy?

Grieving? Feeling overwhelmed or unwell?

Stressed at work, in the home or in relationship? Harassed or bullied at work or in school? Having difficulty getting your point across, don’t feel heard? Can’t move beyond a bad experience or trauma? Someone once told me that there are no problems only solutions! Let me help you find a way through the obstacles that stand in the way of your living a peaceful, satisfying life!

“Want to be a more effective parent, partner, friend, son or daughter? There are some simple yet effective techniques, tools and strategies that can bring about change, build resilience and self confidence and feelings of self worth. Are you holding on to trauma, guilt or shame? I have met with people who have carried burdens from the past, who have kept their stories close to their chest for fear of being rejected, ridiculed or abandoned by their loved ones or they are so ashamed they

believe that no one can possibly understand them. Each one of them found that sharing their stories and learning new ways of thinking about the event, themselves and life, made them stronger, more capable and determined to live a richer life.

“Taking the first step is often the hardest and I commend anyone for taking it as it takes courage to reach out for, and accept help.

Rest assured that you will be treated with respect, in a safe, confidential, empathic and respectful environment. I am dedicated to my work and aim to offer the highest possible standard of care.

“Ready? Give me a call on 5472 0307 for more information or to arrange an appointment. You can also visit with your GP and ask to be referred to see me. With a GP referral part or all of the cost of the consultation is covered by Medicare.

“Be proactive; take the next step on the road to personal freedom and emotional wellness, today!”

Maple Street Psychology & Councelling has relocated across the road from their old premises to 44 Maple Street, Cooroy.

health Maple Street Acupuncture & Natural Health Clinic

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MAPLE Street Acupuncture and natural health clinic prides itself on being a positive, caring and nurturing environment for both the patients and the practitioners, focusing on passion and support to ensure the best results for your health. The clinic has positioned itself to be a single point of contact for all of your natural health needs, from herbs, supplements, organic skin care and tea, to the profes-

sional management of pain, fertility, cosmetics and muscular skeletal disorders.

Meet the Practitioners David Ballantyne (Acupuncturist): David has trained in both the gentle Japanese style and Chinese acupuncture techniques, employing the best from each to suit the individual.

With a belief in achieving maximum change in the body from minimal intervention, his treatments are derived from

Classical Asian clinical strategies & evidence based protocols as researched by The World Health Organisation, to address a wide array of disorders.

Karen McElroy (Naturopath): Karen McElroy is a naturopath

and medical herbalist offering an integrative and holistic approach to health care. Karen treats a wide range of disorders in women, men and children, offering naturopathic support for the whole family.

With over 13 years in clinical practice, she brings a wealth of experience in all areas of general practice. Karen incorporates dietary and lifestyle assessment and counseling with other modalities such as herbal medicine, homeopathy, nutritional supplements and flower essences to design a treatment plan that is tailored for each individual. She has extensive experience in women’s health issues including infertility and IVF support as well as infant and children’s health.

Joan Tan (Reflexologist): Joan is passionate about helping people

take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing. Joan likes to help people work on preventing health problems or if they already have a health issue on how to improve the situation as best they can to increase their quality of life. Joan has been practicing Yoga and Tai Chi for over 20 years and has extensive experience working in the community, government and corporate sector running health related workshops.

Joan has been massaging peoples feet for over ten years to help calm and relax them and went on to complete a Diploma of Reflexology so as she can reach a wider audience to help them understand how important their feet are.

For any questions on how natural medicine can help you, give the clinic a call on 5442 5526.

PHONE

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Cooroy Doctors Surgery, 8 Emerald St, Cooroy

• Dr Bronwyn Ahern BDS (hons) Syd Uni • Dr John Morgan B.NSc.B.Dent (USyd) • Dr Keith Doonan BDS, M.Clin.Dent (Pros), FRACDS • Natarsha Ferrington Hygienist • Deb Kerridge Hygienist/Therapist • Sophie Dodd Hygienist

Shaving for a cure

A Gentle team dedicated to providing personal preventative & comprehensive dental care

(07) 5442 6722

9 Garnet St Cooroy 4563 www.hinterlanddental.com.au

Maple Street PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELLING

Gentle Exercise Classes for Seniors in Cooroy

Carmen Southam

Tuesdays 10.30am, Miva St Church Hall Fridays 11.00am Maple Street Uniting Church Hall

Psychologist AssocMAPS BPsych (Hons); DipAppSc CHS

PH: 5472 0307 Visit: 44 Maple Street Cooroy QLD Write: PO Box 876 Cooroy QLD 4563 Email: carmensoutham@yahoo.com.au

Maria Zauner Teash Douglas

Congratulations to these very brave NDSHS students (l-r) Nathan Brown, Jasper Tomlins, Nikki Stansby and Moana Cranwell who had their heads shaved in front of their peers to raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation.

Also available • General Fitness & Toning for all ages • Mobile Personal Trainer • Mums, Toddlers & Babies Classes $12 per class

12 years experience

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Expect unique technology, the best of care & real results

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Experience the Difference Dr. Adam Roache (Chiropractor)

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news Exercises for back pain

COOROY RAG Cooroy Rotary LINDA Morrell Candidate Division 9 and Cooroy Rotary Member, hosted a Ayurveda cooking fundraiser at Camp Cooroora Scouts, Collwood Rd, Cooroy. $660 was raised and split between Cooroy Scouts and Buddies Refuge Group.

By popular demand, educator Falu Eyre came to passionately share her personal story with friends and Rotarians, she passed on her knowledge and experiences whilst introducing simple, yet very effective concepts in Ayurveda.

Planning equals protection WE often plan ahead for the unexpected in areas such as our homes, with health care, and through wills that protect our families, but often there are no preparations in place against the costs of arranging a funeral.

Finding funds for a funeral at short notice is the last thing someone wants to worry about when they have lost a loved one, but there is a way to make provision for these costs that also gives you a range of other benefits.

“In my experience prepaying your funerals gives you the protection of purchasing the funeral you want, fixing it in today’s prices, and protecting your family against inflation.

Prepaying also helps cushion your family from the difficult emotions often involved in arranging a funeral because your wishes are known, recorded and paid for,” says Carol Matheson of Drysdale Funerals, Tewantin.

Drysdale Funerals are your local funeral directors.

They are an approachable team and have more than 50 years’ experience in meeting the needs of families and individuals, including prepaying funerals.

Planning ahead with Drysdale Funerals also ensures your funeral will be delivered with all of the care, experience and attention to detail that has made Drysdale Funerals such a well-regarded team of funeral directors on the Sunshine Coast.

“People know the difference a Drysdale funeral can make to the family and friends that are left behind. They also know that the services we arrange are a great comfort for those who attend.

“Prepaying with Drysdale Funerals gives you real peace of mind. You know we’re going to be there when the time comes and we will give all our care to friends and family members who need guidance and comfort,” Carol says.

Drysdale Funerals is also committed to being there for your family long after the funeral is over.

“We hold regular memorial services at special times of the year, like Christmas, so people who have lost a loved one can connect with their memories and share their feelings at important occasions.

“We also host Grief courses throughout the year, because our experience in this area can make all the difference to someone who has questions.”

ONE can avail so many different kinds of exercises for pain in the back and these are highly beneficial for dealing with back pain. Apart from this, back pain can also be treated through physiotherapy, which helps to deal with the core problems of the pain in the back.

Basically the problem of back pain is a perennial one and happens to people of any age. However the middle aged people and the older groups are more prone to these kinds of pains.

But back pain also brings various kinds of problems with it and thus it becomes necessary to deal with it. Also you should be aware of the various kinds of causes of back pains and also solutions and treatments for the same.

Some forms of back pain can actually have you bed ridden for days and can make you feel like crying. If these are not treated on time it can lead to further deterioration of your condition and hence it is best to avoid the problems of back pain through various kinds of remedial solutions.

Back pain can further be classified into pain of the lower back, middle back and the upper back. Most of the times, lower back affects people and the reason for the same is that part gets the most strain during wrong sitting and exercising postures. The solutions for dealing with these kinds of pains include physiotherapy, massages and other related exercises. The back pain remedies are treatments like doing pilates exercises, controlling your weight, sitting in the right posture and other related methods.

Stability and fitness of the lower back is dependant on the strength and po-

sition of the vertebral bodies and inter-vertebral disks, which support them. Painkillers that can be taken for these pains include Aspirin, Ibuprofen and acetaminophen and these have been proven to be useful in relieving back pain in initial stages. Along with physiotherapy you can apply cold pack on the affected area in the first 24-48 hours. Hot packs and cold packs can also be given alternatively and you should avoid sudden turning or bending movements.

Exercises like pilates, swimming and aqua aerobics help to exercise without hurting the back further. Most of the pain is generally felt in the lumbar and the sacral region and thus you should avoid the exercises which strain these areas. A sprain in the muscles of the spine can be the most common cause of backache and thus you need to implement caution for avoiding injuring these areas.

In this reference you should start doing pilates exercises for getting relief from back pain. Physiotherapy and massages help to heal the pain in the back. You should make sure that you keep the back straight, and avoid picking up heavy weights and making sudden movements. Jerking and running should be avoided if you are suffering from back pain and during this period you should focus on light exercises and stretching to get some relief from back pain and make sure you don’t let the back get stiff.

For more information or an appointment with a physiotherapist, please phone INTOUCH PHYSIO on 5442 5666.

Variety concert benefits local charities PROCEEDS raised from another successful variety concert organised by the indomitable Joan Boyce and Cooroy RSL’s Del Pain (pictured back right) benefited Kabara Aged Care and two other local charities, Eden Rehabilitation Centre and Riding for the Disabled.

Residents and staff at Kabara were delighted with the new equipment they were able to purchase with the funds.

Over 100 people from near and far attended the concert and were entertained by some of our talented local artists.

Joan and Del would like to everyone, including the artists, attendees and local businesses who contributed to make the event such a success.

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The next meeting of the Cooroy Gymnastics Club Committee will be the AGM. It will be held on Friday the 30th March at the Gymnastics Club, Mary River Road, Cooroy starting at 5.00pm.

New members are always very welcome.

For further information please contact The Club on 5442 5800.

real estate

COOROY RAG

A dual living surprise package THIS property is as the heading says a real surprise package with plenty to offer, so why not come and have a look today!!

This property presents extremely well and has plenty to offer with a three bedroom renovated home plus separate self-contained flat perfect for the extended family and large colorbond shed with plenty of turning area for the boat etc.

The home consists of three good sized bedrooms (main with ensuite), solar hot water and 1.5kw solar system, new modern kitchen, two separate living areas and huge rear verandah that is extremely private and overlooks the beautifully landscaped gardens. The flat consists of modern kitchen, a tiled living area, bathroom and separate access with patio area.

The 6191m2 block has the added bonus of being on town water and has been nicely landscaped to create privacy, but also has a feeling of space and tranquillity with walkways and sitting areas where you feel like you could be anywhere. There is still plenty of space to put in additional assets such as pools etc and also plenty of room to the rear to have a pony!!

Priced at $459,000, 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.

Deceased Estate, private setting in Cooroy THIS property is one to be remembered in a leafy, private setting. Located in the thriving community of Cooroy this large well positioned unit offers extreme value to the astute buyer.

The land size is 125m2 with large indoor / outdoor living areas, generous kitchen with easy access dining area opening onto a beautiful rose filled garden.

Two-way access to the spacious bathroom offering separate shower and bath plus a handy laundry area.

Both bedrooms are a good size with carpet and built in robes. The layout of this unit means its wheel chair friendly and cat friendly. Located an easy walk to the shops, library, public transport and bowls club, take a moment to view this beautiful property today, its sure to be in demand. $269,000 U10 / 26 Kauri St, Cooroy.

Please call Jim Ennis of hinternoosa.com.au on 0402 587 298 or 5447 7000 for further information.

‘Cedar Springs’ – acres from $250,000

History Research Group A SEMINAR on Irish Research will be presented

by Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Research Group on Saturday 24th March from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Mary King from Queensland Family History Society in Brisbane will discuss Irish resources and internet sites available for research. The venue is Guide Hut, 41 Miva Street, Cooroy. Bookings are essential, the cost of $10.00 includes morning tea.

Phone 5442 5570.

ATTENTION all land buyers!…..Quality land release off Sunrise road, just 3 mins to Eumundi & 15 mins to Noosa Heads & all its attractions. Opportunities remain to own a property in a secluded hinterland enclave between Eumundi & Noosa, perched high on Eumundi Range. Land size varies from 1.5ac through to 3.5acres. You can opt for a home site surrounded by rain forest, a bubbling rocky stream or one predominantly pastured on top of a hill with views to Mt Cooroy, or combine the two. This enclave has been developed with an eye to retaining the existing vegetation & enhancing it to create a

clean green environment allowing people to live in harmony with nature.

Its almost impossible to over capitalise in this area when you see some of the surrounding homes under construction. Other pluses include the elevation above sea level & the fact the properties are off the water grid, with underground power & phone available. Likewise there are excellent shopping services, public & private schooling, pre-schooling & medical facilities in the region. Priced from from $250,000. For more details or inspection contact Nathan Harris on 0412 642 908 or 5447 7000 of hinternoosa.com.au

DETAILING AND RUSTPROOFING BUSINESS Noosa Hinterland

Private Sale Well set up and fully equipped, including hoist.

Good cash flow.

WIWO $26,000 ONO

PH: 5447 6266

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

Visit our

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Take advantage of the Government HOME BOOST $10,000 First Home Buyers $17,000 Developers Discount $10,000

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Trades & Services AIR CONDITIONING

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PORTERS

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Phone Andrew

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5447 0345 0409 212 142

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

CARPET CARE

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• Auto Airconditioning Service • EFI Diagnostics & Repairs • Breakdown Service • Batteries, Starters, Alternators • Automotive, Industrial & Agricultural

Ph:5485 0708 - 0418 819 945

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

15B Factory Street, POMONA

0409 463 656

PH: 5485 2524

BACKHOE & BOBCATS

CARPET CARE

Stevens

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Mobile: 0412 909 112 ALL AREAS

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

0409 954 228

BUILDERS

CAR PARTS

Rod Stevens

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0419 653 132 Ph 5447 7251 Fax 5447 6134 Ceiling fans/Safety Switches

Licensed Builder New Homes Units • Renovations Extensions Maintenance Insurance Work

Graham Williams 0418 710 222 PH: 5449 1288 - FAX: 5449 1818 grahamjwilliams@hotmail.com BSA Licence No 742441 - Member QMBA

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LIME PLUS Fertilisers / Gypsum / Chook Manure

Service & Experience David 5442 5100 0429 992 330 www.limeplus.com.au Page 28 - Cooroy Rag, March 21, 2012

• New Homes • Extensions • Renovations • Bathrooms • Pensioner Discounts

ROB: 0407 318 285 JEFF: 0401 385 320

LANDSCAPING

Bruce Forsyth

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS CN 70343

• Overhead & Underground Power • Pump Repairs • Phone Installations • Domestic & Commercial

0408 713 261 Unit 1/25 Garnet St, Cooroy

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

Mobile: 0416 241 261 LANDSCAPING

All aspects of landscaping & gardening with a CREATIVE, ORGANIC approach Elona Bosboom

16 Years Experience

Sean Morrow

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CLEANING SERVICES

FENCING

SUTTON’S CLEANING SERVICE

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Locally Owned & Operated - 30 years Experience

We do the lot!

Septic Tanks, Grease Traps, Oil Arrestors, Liquid Waste

PH: 5447 6477

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0418 713 244

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

BULK SPREADING

HOME RENOVATIONS

www.jandrhomes.com.au

0403 697 537

• • • • • •

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BUILDERS

10 Maple St Cooroy

bas. 41606

Richard Oxborough

ORGANISED BUILDERS Building with old fashioned values

• New Homes • Renovations • Repairs/Maintenance • Alterations/Extensions • Decks/Verandahs

HIRE

CONCRETING

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

Phone Rodger 0421 769 721 - 5473 5227

Maintenance – Virus Removal Printers - Parts - Upgrades – Networks – Installations

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

Clayton J Francis QBSA LIC NO 531482

MEMBER MASTER PAINTERS AUSTRALIA PO Box 17, Cooroy Qld 4563

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

BSA No: 1110445

HANDYMAN

PHONE & COMPUTER CONNECTIONS

Cooroy Handyman Service

ALL TYPES OF PHONE POINTS

Servicing Noosa Hinterland

CUSTOM BUILT PC’S FOR HOME, OFFICE AND GAMING

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

Tristan Rankine

Licensed Carpenter & Joiner QBSA 744858

0427 764 038 cooroyhs@gmail.com

• Bedroom • Garage • Computer Points • Fax • Repairs

PHONE PAUL 0403 219 606

Trades & Services PLUMBING

PUMPS

Cooroy Plumbing Services

COOROY PUMPS

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

SLASHING

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

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

Ph Johnno

OWEN 5447 6916 FAX 5447 7645

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SWIFT

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SWIFT SKIPS 1 Jarrah St. Cooroy

• 2 mtr, • 4 mtr, • 6 mtr.

Locally owned and operated

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

TELEVISION/ANTENNA

Paul Best Digital TV Tuning Tuning

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

Mobile: 0417 786 776

PLUMBING

SCREENS-BLINDS-AWNINGS

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Cooroy-Tewantin

COOROORA SCREENS & BLINDS

Treatment Plant Services

17 Factory Street Pomona

•Treatment Plant Servicing • Plumbing & Drainage • Backflow Prevention

Manufacturers of Stainless Steel Security Screens & Doors

Perry Gould 0408 871 002 BSA 1092904

Adrian Black 0438 588 289 BSA 1053652

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

ACREAGE - RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL • MOWING • SLASHING • EXCAVATORS • BOB CAT • TIP TRUCK • ALL SPRAYING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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

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

0414 840 298 TYRE & MECHANICAL

5485 1287 SCRAP METAL

FREE DISPOSAL FREE TOWING

OF ANY UNWANTED CARS BRING IT TO US, WE PAY Trade Towing Available Phone Ivan

PUMPS

7A7A Diamond St, Diamond Street Noosa Cooroy Rd PO Box 930 Cooroy QLD 4563 COOROY Email belleis1@bigpond.net.au

5485 1613

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• Filtration PolyPipe • •Polypipe • Fitting • Fitting • Sales • Sales Service • •Service Repairs • •Repairs

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TRUCK HIRE

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Phone: 5442 5844

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Prompt Service PH: 0413 699 572

Contact Chris for all Plumbing Requirements PH: 5485 3928 safariplumbing@bigpond.com

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

PHONE: 5449 8887

5485 5021 • 0412 624 351

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

TROPHIES & ENGRAVING

TREE SURGEON

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

Brett Gowen

WATER DELIVERIES

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

Helping trees live with people

Ph: 5447 6229

SLASHING

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Slashing

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WEEKLY WEIGHT MANAGEMENT CLASSES

Steve Pont

• Large & Small acreages • Experienced Owner/Operator

For your next Slashing job SERVICING ALL AREAS call Slasher Steve

0408 915 124

0422 868 911, 5441 5997

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 •

Using Personalised Cellular Nutrition Programmes

• HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS • SMALL GROUPS SERIOUS COACHING FOR SERIOUS RESULTS

Call today! Julie 0404 338610 Cooroy Rag, March 21, 2012 - Page 29

sport

COOROY RAG

Specialising in Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, New work & Repairs

Roofs, Roller Doors & Hi Pressure Cleaning!

For a Quality Finish Call Mark

mob: 0403 264 048

THE Cooroy Pony Club sustained a lot of water damage in the recent storms. Water ripped through the clubhouse which had just been relined and fitted with a new kitchen. The recent renovations had left the bank balance dry so the club is in the process of applying for a Council grant to assist with the cleanup.

fax: 5442 6093 email: evanspainting@live.com.au BSA 727850

Thad Gaylard

RURAL FENCING CONTRACTOR

Specialising in: • Cattle Fencing • Horse Fencing • Post Driving • Fence Maintenance

0439 415 039

Noosa Boat Club awarded major grant NOOSA Boat Club on Lake Macdonald, Cooroy has just taken possession of their new quad/four funded

by Jupiters Community Benefits Fund. This new boat has taken the club to the next level of competition. Noosa Boat Club supports both competitive and social rowers and is going from strength to strength. We welcome all new rowers of all ages, particularly men to complete our existing crews. Recently joining us from Noosa Distict High School, Daniel Coates and Ben May. They have just com-

peted in their first race regatta and did very well, they now have the taste for competition. Both are under the guidance of our dedicated master rowing coaches, headed

by Sian Hebron Most of our master rowers are training in preparation for the Queensland State Titles in April on the Gold Coast. To achieve this they are rowing most mornings in various crews i.e singles, doubles, quads and eights.

One of our founding members Hannah EveryHall is presently competing at the 2012 Austral-

ian Championships held at Champion Lakes in Perth Western Australia, then goes into selection for the London Olympics. We are all

very proud of her. Being a mother of two small boys and a wife, she is a very inspirational person and also an incredible rower with a

huge heart. Go Hanna!

For Learn to Row information or any other information contact Linda Grams Captain on mob 0402484614.

Support Clinton’s fundraiser

Jobs under $27,500

PLEASE support Cooroy’s Superfish Clinton Stanley who is to represent Australia at the 6th Down Syndrome World Swimming Championships in Italy November 2012. This will be Clinton’s 7th time he has represented Australia, he will be defending his 1500m Freestyle World Championship. Clinton needs to raise $5000.00 to attend the Championships. He continues to train hard and is in full training. His events will be 200m 400m 800m 1500m freestyle and 100m 200m butterfly. He has and always will be a proud Ambassador for Australia. Clinton will be joined by a team of 31 the biggest team so far with 8 young swimmers representing Australia for the first time. Buy a $1 raffle ticket to win a Commemorative framed cricket ball, signed by Australian cricket player and Commonwealth Bank Ambassador Michael Hussey at the Commonwealth Bank in Cooroy. Raffle will be drawn on 15th June, Clinton’s Birthday.

Respected LOCALS servicing the Cooroy Community Cnr Johnson Court & Jarrah St, Cooroy

Left: Clinton pictured with Commonwealth Bank Branch Manager Sandra Hiscock and raffle prize.

Any enquiries phone Tom & Debbie 5442 5088 COOROY AUTO WRECKERS & ENGINE CENTRE

COOROORA

WOODWORKERS CLUB

8 Lower Mill Road, Cooroy

• 8 Tonne Crane • 10m3 Tipper (with Drop Sides) • Loading Ramps (10 Tonne) • Flat Top 6.5 Metre Long • Hydraulic Log Grab (Hydraulic Rotation)

Phone Bill

5472 0186 - 0427 324 976 A.B.N. 16143 000 828

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

PHONE 5447 6033 COOROY MOUNTAIN RD, COOROY

MOTOR TRADERS ASSN OF QLD

• Timber Slabs for sale • Handmade wooden artifacts for sale • Carving & Turning • Classes for Members • Memberships Now Available • Donations of Timber gratefully accepted • Sawdust & Shavings available Open Mon-Sat 9.00am-12 noon Contact Jim Pound 5442 6995 for Purchases & Donations of Timber

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New High Energy Fitness Workout Fun Social Group Tennis Program For people of all ages and abilities Register today for your workout

THE Pomona Cooroy & Districts Demons will be holding a ‘Come and Try’ Day on Tuesday 27th March at 4pm at the Pomona AFL oval.

AFL is Queensland’s fastest growing sport. This is the perfect opportunity to come down and see what it’s all about. Head down and have some fun and make some new friends!

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