EG 115 of 3 March 2011

Issue 115 – Thursday 3 March 2011

For lovers of Eumundi everywhere Ph 0413 199 766 ● PO Box 463 Eumundi Qld 4562 ● editor@eumundigreen.com.au ● www.eumundigreen.com.au

Medical Centre to re-open?

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here are encouraging signs that a community medical practice may open as early as mid-May. Eumundi has been without a doctor since Eumundi Family Medical Centre closed when the owners of the Eumundi centre and five others on the Coast went into receivership in July 2010.

The medical practice has been acquired by Eumundi Combined Community Organisation Ltd (ECCO) through negotiations with the large national health services provider Healthscope as part of a campaign to restore a medical centre in Eumundi and to protect the security of past patient records.

Work over several months to on-sell the Centre has proved challenging as has identifying GPs keen to work in a small town and medical centre. However, ECCO now reports that it is at an advanced stage of negotiation for premises and contracting with a local doctor to provide the GP services. Subject to finalisation of these crucial steps and satisfaction of government operating requirements, ECCO expects Eumundi Family Medical Centre to operate from mid-May. Watch this space!

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allgums resident Heather Hawthorne may have been far away during the recent Queensland floods but she saw and heard of the devastation and her heart went out to those affected as if she was home at Tallgums.

Heather says, “We’d all been watching the TV in horror at my workplace in the Caribbean, and my husband calling me, literally in tears, really prompted me to do something. I wanted to raise awareness and also to raise money for the victims.”

Heather, an American-nowturned-Sunshine Coast resident, believes she has one of the most exciting jobs in the world.

She travels part of the year on the world’s largest mega yachts (50–100m) with the rich and sometimes famous as their private massage therapist, skin care specialist and yoga instructor.

“The yachting community is full of Aussies, Kiwis and people from all over the world. With the support of a few generous sponsors, I organised a massage event.

Twelve professional massage therapists from the island of St. Maarten and the yachts at the marina participated in the event.

We offered massages for donation, with 100% of the proceeds going to the cause. My goal was to raise $1000. Throughout the day we gave 56 massages and raised just over $2000 and I know it will please the donors to know that the money has been given to the Rotary Club in the small community of Theodore where the Dawson River created such havoc several times for residents and the farming community.”

“I was so pleased to see so many nationalities come together continued on page 4

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Eumundi Combined Community Organisation (ECCO) proudly distributes 4000 copies free each fortnight to all within postcode 4562 area and at outlets nearby.

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Eumundi Markets Events Eumundi Markets is planning a wealth of wonderful community events for the months ahead.

To ensure you catch all the fun, make sure you have the following dates in your diary: Q April school holiday craft classes

Q Eumundi Fringe Street Circus – July 6 & 9

Q Easter treasure hunt – Saturday, 23 April

Q Market chef – Wednesday markets July & August

Q Australian Body Art Carnivale – 13, 14 & 15 May

Q All Well & Good – 17 September

Q Market Chef – Wednesday markets May & June

Q September school holiday craft classes

Q June/July school holiday craft classes

Q Passion for Fashion – 29 October

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Editor's Desk My Street – Elizabeth St

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t was great to see families enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of the Floodstock concert at the amphitheatre on Sunday. Great to have actor John Jarratt hosting as well. Hopefully we can treat it as a farewell to a summer best behind us and behind our shaky isles cousins. You can find information about the New Zealand Red Cross 2011 Earthquake Appeal” at www. redcross.org.nz.

Joyce Turnbull editor@eumundigreen.com.au

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e love our street, Elizabeth Street in Eumundi. We think it is the best street in town and here’s why.

It’s close to town, has indigenous history and, according to the real estate mags, it’s the most prestigious street in Eumundi. We agree of course, and the history of the street is interesting.

It was a tennis court in 1915 and the old train line ran right alongside it. We bought the land in 1994 and came here for picnics before we put the house, which originally came from Paddington in Brisbane and was built in the 1930s, on it in 1998.

We wanted to live in Eumundi because it is such an awesome town to live in, full of life, happy

Firies are a precious asset

Janell, Tegan and Jack McFarlane

people and smiley faces.

The thing we love the most is the everchanging views. Every day it is so beautiful, watching the stunning sunsets, the clouds rolling in and hiding the mountains and the storms and lightning shows which are just something else.

We love watching the fog roll across the old cane fields in winter, the kangaroos that come to visit, and the 57 species of birds that come and go. We love the wind blowing the sugar cane and grasses across the fields, the smell of the fresh air, and lying on the water tanks watching the moon and the stars move across our clear, clear skies.

We feel very blessed to live here.

Community Diary Sun 6 March Clean Up Australia 8am–11am 7.30am–8am registration at rear Eumundi Markets site Napier Rd Ph 0413 565 875 Mon 14 March Eumundi Sportsground Assn Annual General Meeting 5.30pm Black Stump Rd Ph 0419 788 416

Friday night for volunteer Michael Roache is working on a controlled burn at a Tallgums property for a grateful family.

ECCO thanks the volunteers who contributed over 100 hours production, collation and delivery work for the last issue of Eumundi Green.

This fortnight’s volunteer writers:

Caroline Arnett

Community Spotlight

Janene Apap

From the Treetops

Annie Wilson News in Brief

John Burls

Indee Theatre News

Mon 14 March EDCA monthly meeting 7pm Joe’s Waterhole Ph 5478 5519 Tues 15 March P & C monthly meeting 7pm Eumundi State School Ph 0407 139 836

Dead Funny at the Indee Theatre, Eumundi 7.30pm Fridays, Saturdays, 11, 12, 18, 19 March and 2pm Sunday 13, 5pm Sunday 20 March For tickets Ph 5442 8200 Tues 29 March CWA cent sale Eumundi CWA Hall Morning tea 9.30am Sale starts 10am

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Queensland Floods From the Caribbean to Theodore continued from page 1

and show their support. I made a big bright yellow donation box so if they didn’t get a massage, they were still able to donate. Two male crew members, one American, one South African, on their only day off, drove more than an hour to the event to participate.

The support from the yachting community was amazing.�

Heather paid a special tribute to the Sandbar Restaurant at the Isle de Sol Marina in St Maarten, Select Charter Yachts and Charter Spa Services for sponsoring the event; all the therapists who donated their love, energy and time; and all the yachts, crew and professionals who gave generously.

Heather Hawthorne (right) with husband Lee Hicks presenting the $2200.50 cash donation from the Caribbean fundraiser to Tania Watson on behalf of the Rotary Club of Cooroy’s Theodore flood recovery appeal.

Floodstock at the amphitheatre

The Eumundi Chamber of Commerce Inc. Kerrie Bryant-Adams, secretary

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he first meeting for 2011 was hosted by Sue & Ian from the Eumundi Business and PhotoShop. Cr Paul Tatton provided information to the group on the status of the roadworks, parking and signage as well as provided an open forum for members to contribute ideas, suggestions and provide feedback. A number of items were raised in relation to maintenance and beautification and these items will be followed up and reported on at future meetings.

Being the first meeting since November there was a full agenda covering the various projects being undertaken by Chamber working parties as well as updates on the quest to provide replacement medical services, RV Friendly Town status, improved signage, businesses working together to achieve the best outcome for individual businesses as well as the Eumundi community.

The Event Manager and Organising Committee Chair provided a comprehensive update on the forthcoming 2011 Australian Body Art Carnivale. The Carnivale will be held on the weekend of 13-15 May. Businesses were encouraged to extend trading hours to take advantage of the increased numbers of visitors expected over the very full weekend of competitions, music and entertainment. The Carnivale will centre in and around the Amphitheatre to allow for greater participation by spectators, more space for artists and models and provide an opportunity for the Carnivale to grow. All businesses will be provided details of the Carnivale, program, format, brochures, posters and plans for the Friday night opening function as well as the Saturday night street party.

Any enquiries in relation to membership or other matters associated with the Eumundi Chamber of Commerce Inc., please email to the Secretary at ecc@eumundi.info or go online to www. eumundi.info.

Next meeting: Monday 21 March 2011 to be hosted by The Fig Tree, 86 Memorial Drive, Eumundi at 6pm. Members and potential members are welcome to attend.

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Bowls for young and old

On a warm and sunny Sunday afternoon, Groove Avenue entertained patrons gathered to hear the bands who performed free of charge for the Floodstock appeal to support Theodore and Grantham communities.

Actor John Jarratt (centre) host for Floodstock with Ian Harvey from the Pleasure Kings (left) and Andrew Cunningham from 45 Degrees.

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Emily and Grace Broadbent were there for the fun alone but the adults at the recent Sunday bowls day at the RSL Bowling Club had fun and raised around $1500 for the Theodore flood appeal.

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Business News New Chamber members

Winners at newsXpress

German Sausage vendors Stefan (left) and Tracey Siver and event coordinator Trent Harvison at the recent Eumundi Chamber of Commerce meeting.

Catt Richmond with baby Hayley receiving from Marianne Moore a JVC camera as winner of the in-store valentine’s day promotion at newsXpress, Eumundi. Owner Manni Ribeiro congratulated Catt and also the winner of the 1st Division prize of $125,000 in an Instant Scratchie during the week.

Andy and Nicola invite you to their exciting tapas and wine bar three nights per week Good food, unpretentious but delicious. Dozens of tapas options with an extensive beer and wine list including organic wine, international award winning pale ales, organic beers from Germany, no carb and no wheat beer.

Our wine bar is for people who like to go out and enjoy a small meal and good wine in a smart, relaxed atmosphere.

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Community News Be at Joe’s for the World’s Greatest Shave

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hese lovely locks plus a beard or two will come off at 2pm on Saturday 12 March supported by Uncle Bob’s Jug Band in the back room of Joe’s Waterhole.

Kev and Paul invite patrons to come early to get the best seats to see the World’s Greatest Shave Eumundi style.

The Shave is the Leukaemia Foundation’s biggest fundraising event with hopes to raise $15M this year to help fund research and free services for people with blood cancer.

Lisa from Lisa’s Classic Cuts will be there to do what can be done to restore the men’s good looks.

Everyone is welcome to see the sight, join in the fun and give a hand to help raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation.

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Blood glucometer download service now available for most machines.

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Sophie Eaton’s 50th birthday

Sophie (second from right) sharing the night with family Talia (left), Dennis and Steven at Joe’s Waterhole which had been transformed into a Hibiscus bar in celebration of true Hawaii 5-0 style. The “magical” evening was captured in a painting by Bob Gammage as locals danced the night away to music by Cut Lunch. Photo Fleur Shelton.

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icensee of Joe’s Waterhole and keen supporter of the body art May weekend activities, Brett Lewis, does the honours for the chair of the organising committee Kerrie Bryant-Adams and event organiser Danielle Taylor by drawing the winners.

First prize of a luxury accommodation package for $500 was won by R Powell, Tewantin.

Second prize of an open order at Eumundi Meats was won by C Sheather, Palmwoods. Eumundi’s S Eslick won the $100 Original

Eumundi Markets voucher.

Lyndall Friend of Belli Park won a $50 Azzurro dining voucher and K Mortimer of Bargara won a $50 box of Lief Chocolates.

Kerrie thanked the sponsors and those who bought tickets and said that the raffle raised just over $900 much needed funds to secure “a fabulous weekend of fun and competition”. She said the lead prize for the major raffle to be drawn at the body art weekend was a Kingfisher Bay Resort package valued at $800.

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n Thursday 10 March, you as a member of the greater community, community organisations, business operators, and all individuals associated with Eumundi and interested in its growth are invited to attend a free informal information night at Theatre Of Life Artistry gallery incubator, House of TOLA, in the old brewery and glassblowers premises of the Imperial Hotel.

Bob Gammage will be hosting the evening, presenting an outline of his upcoming LEAP touring exhibition set down for October and its anticipated long-term benefits for Eumundi and its environs.

A prospectus presentation including project construction and a once-only group explanation of the concept will start at 8pm sharp, concluding at 9pm.

All welcome. For more information contact 0415 283 252.

Question We note that Council's new Active Transport Plan 2011−2031 sets out the strategic planning for walking and cycling on the Sunshine Coast. What changes are we likely to see in our area over time from this Plan?

Response The Active Transport Plan develops a strategic approach to walking and cycling for the full Sunshine Coast region detailing priorities for planning and policies.

The policies will guide council actions in the future including where infrastructure is provided, improving safety and encouraging and supporting more walking and cycling. Improvements will be seen in completing the network and making connections to schools and public transport stops.

Details of the changes that are likely to be seen in the Eumundi area over time are now being developed as part of the Active Transport Implementation Plan. The Implementation Plan will create a plan of actions for each local area based on adopted policies.

Further details of planning for the Eumundi area will be available after the Implementation Plan is finalised.

Vivien Griffin, Division 9 Sunshine Coast Regional Council Eumundi Park Recreation and Showgrounds Association Inc (Eumundi Sportsground)

Annual General Meeting Monday 14 March 5.30pm

Sportsground, Black Stump Rd Eumundi All office bearer positions will be declared vacant at this meeting.

Any persons interested in an office bearer's position or becoming amember must apply in writing 14 days prior to the above date to: The President PO Box 180 Eumundi Qld 4562

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Community News Valentine’s Day at Maison de Provence From the Treetops Janena Apap

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Caught enjoying lunch were some older local valentines, members of the Rotary Club of Cooroy.

News in brief A blueprint for financial sustainability was recently adopted by Council. The Financial Sustainability Plan contains a number of commitments intended to support long term financial sustainability and maintain its currently strong financial rating over a 10-year period. The parameters include such things as a 3.5% general rate increase target, zero increase in levies, maintenance of the current 5% discount for early payment of rates, and a 90% completion target for the annual capital works program.

Flood and cyclone legal help for people affected by floods and cyclones has been developed by the Queensland legal profession to ensure affected people can easily obtain independent legal advice and information on issues that may affect them. The service can assist with issues such as insurance claims, tenancy, employment, credit, debt, fencing and family law. Visit www. floodlegalhelp.qld.gov.au.

Free CPR signs are available for the first 200 pool owners who contact the office of Member for Noosa, Glen Elmes. The new pool CPR signs can be a valuable lifesaving and educational tool. The signs explain the 10 steps of the CPR process, with pictorial diagrams for quick and easy demonstration.

Back to Cooroy Day on Sunday 3 April between 10am and 3pm at the Cooroy Memorial Hall is an opportunity for local residents to meet and share memories with those who travel to Cooroy from afar. Families catch up with long lost cousins, school friends unite and others just share the bond that brings past and present residents together. The CooroyNoosa Family and Local History Thursday 3 March 2011

Group will provide their popular display. If you have photographs of people, places and events and are willing to share, please contact Bev on 5442 5570.

Identity fraud and scams seminar

by Detective Senior Constable Rod Shelton will be held on Saturday 19 March from 9.30am to 11am.

The venue is U3A House, 64 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. Cost $10. To book, phone 5442 5570.

Cooroy VIEW Club is a friendship club that supports the Smith Family charity and holds luncheon meetings at 11am on the second Tuesday of every month except January at the Cooroy Hotel Function Rooms. Socials at friends’ homes or outings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. New members are very welcome. Further information is available from the president, Grace Taylor, on 5471 1364 or Lal Vider on 5449 1902 or email reviere9@bigpond.com.

Pest Survey Programs are scheduled by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council over the next year to control declared pests within the boundaries of the Sunshine Coast region. The programs will involve Council investigating declared pest plants on private property in accordance with the Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002, and the objectives of the former councils’ Pest Management Plans. Council will seek voluntary compliance and collaborate with landholders wherever possible to facilitate the control of declared pests. Where pests are located on a property and a pest control notice is served, information will be provided to the owner outlining the requirements of the legislation and advising of the option to develop a pest management plan for the property.

s we all know, Eumundi is famous for the markets and is also the gateway to Noosa and beyond.

What appals me though is the state of each roundabout leading into our beautiful town. Every week I drive around the northern roundabout to see overgrown weeds and a deep ugly hole. There seems to be a lack of planning and care put into our roundabouts.

Why is it that Noosa, Nambour, Maroochydore and Caloundra can have lovely landscaped roundabouts and we have the most unsightly ones?

As a local nursery owner we

would even be willing to contribute some plants as I’m sure other nurseries would do to beautify our entrances to the town.

It appears one resident near Eumundi 110 has even planted a shrub to try and make their roundabout more appealing.

Whoever is in charge of these should be ashamed and should talk to the appropriate authorities and ask them to make our gateway a nicer place to drive into.

Come on people of Eumundi and surrounding areas, stand up and ask why we have not got the same standard of roundabouts as others on the Sunshine Coast.

Love or detest something? This is your chance to shout it from the treetops. Send up to 300 words to editor@eumundigreen.com.au

Eumundi Green around the world Phil Woodcock, Gold Coast

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e’re not too far away this week with Phil Woodcock at nearby Coolangatta on the Gold Coast. Phil receives the Eumundi Green from his son Nathan who writes the Computer Coop column in the mag.

An avid surfer all his life, Phil grew up by the famous Merewether Beach in Newcastle and co-

founded Merewether Surfboard Club in 1964 which spawned fourtime surfing world champion Mark Richards. Now comfortably retired in Coolangatta, he still surfs.

He also “enjoys trips to the Sunshine Coast to catch up with his young grandchildren, replenish his supplies of Eumundi Green and have the odd beer at Joe’s”.

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Your Say Community bus service a winner It’s Friday night, the end of a long week. The family are home and we decide to go into Eumundi for dinner. I remember that I saw a notice about the new community bus and we phone the driver, Paul. In next to no time we are in Eumundi at our chosen restaurant.

The convenience of this service is fantastic as is its contribution to road safety and responsibility.

We are very happy to add to the donation box.

Paul provides a friendly, professional service and there is a lot of chatter between locals.

The only letdown in the Friday night experience is eateries closing too early. After a lovely Thai meal we took a walk for a coffee, but at around 8pm doors were closed.

I recommend the Friday evening service to everyone who lives in the district. Phone 0488 322 323 to book. It is so good to enjoy our town in the cool of the evening on a non-market day.

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trees for some time. I would love to see something like this in Eumundi during the Body Art Carnivale in May. It could combine Eumundi’s love for trees and all things colourful and different, and hopefully support the magic theme. I’m not a good knitter, so I’d love some help. If you think you could be involved, by knitting, crocheting, felting or weaving a square, please contact me and watch for more details to come in the Eumundi Green.

Kait Manchip, Ph 5442 7527

Sunday 6 March from 8am to 11am Join other community hearts to clean up Eumundi Register between 7.30am and 8am at the rear of the Eumundi Markets site in Napier Rd, you’ll see the sign.

Getting involved is easy Simply slap on a hat, slip on some sunscreen, put on covered shoes and bring a water bottle.

Bags and gloves will be provided but bringing your own would be appreciated.

Complimentary sausage and vegie burger sizzle available For more information email cuaeumundi@gmail.com or sms 0413 565 875

Crafty folk of Eumundi I recently stumbled across the knitted streetscape in Pomona.

I loved it and my two-and-a- halfyear-old hugged and patted the

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School News Blue day at Eumundi State School

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A program for volunteers We are proudly running a volunteers program recommended for community members and parents interested in working in our classrooms with our children and staff.

Blue day saw students casting off their uniforms for a blue outfit of their choice and picking up and donating a gold coin for the Premier’s flood appeal.

Lions Youth of the Year 2011

We very much appreciate the contribution volunteers can make to our children's school experience and therefore encourage attendance at this program.

Workshop is over two mornings: Wednesday 9 March from 9am–1pm and Thursday 10 March from 9am–1pm, at our Learning Discovery Centre, both facilitated by Gail Dempster. Please phone to express interest.

22 Caplick Way • Eumundi Q 4562 P (07) 5472 6333 • F (07) 5472 6300 E the.principal@eumundiss.eq.edu.au • W www.eumundiss.eq.edu.au

Noosa District High School students. Year 12 student, Lily Parsons, won the public speaking section in the first round of the Lions Youth of the Year competition. Leah Zeestraten won the local competition and will go on to represent Noosa District High School in the district round.

Opening early learning centre and library

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OP 1 High Achiev ers Sam Robinson

My postgraduate plans: After a gap year I will decide between Medicine at UQ or Monash University, or a Bachelor of Media and Communications at the University of Sydney.

GSLC was for me: Constant support and care and the help I needed to achieve my academic goals.

My fondest memory: Performing a lead role in the 2009 College musical ‘Back to the 80’s’.

My favourite subjects: Drama and German What I will miss the most: The students and teachers and the school’s friendly atmosphere.

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ood Shepherd Lutheran College started their year of celebrating 25 years of “educational excellence” with the opening and dedication of the College’s two newest additions, a state-of-the art library and early learning centre, Little Lambs.

The $3.3M projects were designed by Burling Brown and Partners and constructed Thursday 3 March 2011

by Northbuild Pty Ltd and funded under a Commonwealth government contribution under the “Primary Schools for the 21st Century” program.

The school’s Parents and Friends Association provided shelving and equipment in the library and college families supported the projects by purchasing fundraising pavers.

My postgraduate plans: I plan to travel in my gap year and see first hand all Europe’s beautiful buildings before taking up my Academic Scholarship at UQ to study Architecture in 2012 GSLC was for me: A supportive caring environment My fondest memory: Lunchtimes with friends My favourite subjects: Chemistry and Maths C What I will miss the most: Being part of the school community If you would like the opportunity for your child to achieve their best, like Sam and Libby, consider applying for one of the 2012 scholarships at GSLC. Scholarships are available to students entering Years 6, 8 and 11 in 2012.

Visit www.gslc.qld.edu.au for full details and register now!

Scholarship Registrations close Friday, 8 April 2011.

Year 8 for 2012 interviews also being conducted.

Contact the Registrar today for an appointment!

115 Eumundi Road Noosaville 5455 8600 gslc.qld.edu.au

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Markets Drum A second life for an old Eumundi Green Reflecting on Eumundi Market Author Sue Trethowan-Jones

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German Sausages vendor Tracey Siver handing a markets shopper from Seattle a classy carry bag for a cryovac pack of sausages. The carry bag is manufactured from an old Eumundi Green and string. Tracey says, “Our whole family loves Eumundi Green and we can’t bear to think old copies might be pulped. “We had this idea to give them a second life by going home with a market shopper, in this case perhaps a trip to the USA! “We are a large family and we all have a chance to contribute to the re-use assembly line” she said.

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ecause I am writing a book about the people who breathe life into the Eumundi Market, I have reflected for some time on the market itself. Fifteen years of visiting this unique market and now living in Eumundi and absorbing it close hand has given me an insight from an outsider’s perspective.

Firstly I see it as a society within a society, its own entity with all the same problems as any society.

The uniqueness of the market rests with the artistry of the local residents – nowhere have I seen such talent drawn together in one place. The ebb and flow of the market over the years sees change here and there, but the backbone of the enterprise will go on forever because of the need for locals to showcase their talent, and for great country cooks to present their gourmet culinary edibles. And as for those wise remedies, clairvoyant insights and entertainers performing regularly, what better way to serve

a community – a “win win” all round.

These days it is not unusual to see school children playing an instrument. A chance for an audience, a few coins and confidence building amongst young people is a good thing.

Yes, Eumundi Market is a business, and yes I’m listening to the sour echoes of an economic downturn hitting the leafy streets, but the good thing about life is that nothing stays the same. This applies to the market. However I see Eumundi Market continuing for many many years because when stall holders leave they are quickly replaced with others who breathe new life in with their new products. There is always something new to see.

Tourists will always enjoy this famous market and locals will always have a passionate attachment. The old song The Carnival is Over will never ever apply to this special and magical market.

Thursday 3 March 2011

Student Leader Investiture 2011 Eumundi State School

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r Paul Tatton was the guest of honour at the student leader investiture last Friday where bades were presented to the four school captains, the house captains for Banksia, Bunya, Cedar and Wattle and to the student councillors.

Student councillors: James Buk and Bryce Payton (presidents), Tahnee Schultz (treasurer), Shania Purcell (secretary), Isabella Atkinson, Anthony Gevers, Mia Bickley, Joel Kerr, Max O’Dell, Shani Williams.

School captions Meg Gemmell, Andy Parsons, Arki Orchard-Fox and Fletcher Webster with Cr Paul Tatton.

House captains: Jack Schroder, Shauna Renwick, Grace Laird, Loche Jackway, Isabelle Flannery-Dalziel, Joey Mergard, Iisha Adams-Warren, Betty Hosking and Thomas Coleborn.

Sharing Congratulations cake and tea after investiture with supporters.

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Arts Scene William Wallace as Motel with Summer Bowen as Tzeital in Fiddler on The Art, love and chocolate Indee Theatre Roof at Noosa Arts Theatre. News John Burls

Dead funny?

It’s just a week away to the opening of the multi-award winning comedy Dead Funny. It’s a decade since this play was first produced and premiered at The Indee to a sellout season.

In its reincarnation, the theatre is again blessed with a top-line cast featuring husband and wife team Richard and Sandy Luscombe, Debra Pitura, Marion Johnson, Sharon Ward and Lexi Kehl.

In 2001-02 it picked up 15 awards including, for writer John Burls, Best Play (twice), Best New Script (twice) and Best Comedy (twice). Thankfully, it hasn’t dated in any respect and the cast plays it for laughs for all it’s worth.

If you haven’t experienced a night at The Indee, this would be a good introduction. Evening performances start at 7.30pm and you’re out by 10pm.

There’s a coffee shop and licensed bar and of course it’s airconditioned.

Opening night tickets all $20 (includes drink and nibbles), other nights $20, concessions $18 and Sunday afternoons $18.

Performances 7.30pm Fridays and Saturdays 11, 12 and 18, 19 March, and 2pm Sunday 13 and 5pm Sunday 20 March.

Locals deal Join the “locals” (Eumundi Green readers) and register your email address at indeetheatre@

gotalk.net.au for special offers and super standby deals on all shows throughout the year, or for further information call 5472 8200.

Young Players The Indee Young Players have recommenced but there’s still time to join either the junior classes on Mondays at 3.30pm till 6pm or the secondary school student classes on Thursdays at 4pm till 6.30pm.

For information contact Carol on 5472 8200.

Moonlight and Magnolias We’re thrilled that Australian theatre legend Carol Burns will be directing the comedy Moonlight and Magnolias (onstage MayJune). Carol will fit rehearsals into a busy April-May schedule and has cast Brett Klease as David Selznick, head of the film studio, Luke Lanham as Victor Fleming, director of Gone with the Wind and Wayne Clark as ace screen and stage writer Ben Hecht. The story is about the hilarious five days and nights that it took to rewrite the screenplay of Gone with the Wind.

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inbeerwah Art Group (TAG), Cooroy RSL Bowls Club and Maison de Provence Cooroy hosted the opening of TAG’s first art exhibition for 2011 “Love is in the Air”. In addition to viewing wonderful paintings guests enjoyed a talk by French chocolatier Eric Pernoud of Maison de Provence on the art of chocolate making

followed by a sampling of his delicious handmade chocolates.

Proceeds from the evening were donated to Eden Rehabilitation Centre. TAG meets at Tinbeerwah hall on Thursday and Friday mornings 9am−12noon.

For further information please call Avril Hare 5448 1448 or Jan Cooke 5473 0235.

TAG members Avril Hare, Lynn M.Shaw, Jan Cooke, Sandi Trim, Elizabeth Anderson dressed to support the evening’s theme.

Gina (Lexi Kehl) is given a dressing down by her Aunt Prue (Marion Johnson) in Dead Funny.

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Eumundi Timber Challenge

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istory was made in stifling February conditions when Eumundi Tennis Club hosted the inaugural Eumundi Timber Challenge.

It proved to be the mixture of laughs and competitive spirit the event was billed for. Using wooden tennis racquets and dressed in period costume, players and spectators pressed on inspiring an atmosphere of fun and frivolity in true Eumundi style. The Don Napier Trophy was contested strongly with these players triumphant: Men Singles winner Zak Davidson, runner up Jai Fitzpatrick

Ladies Singles winner Sue Clarke, runner up Argi Matus Mixed Doubles winners Chris Etheridge and Jeannette Miles, runner up Mark Whisker and Rebecca Whisker It was a historic and nostalgic event. Matriarch Jan Napier was there throughout the day and awarded the winners and runner ups prizes. Local artist Bob Gammage from “Theatre of Life Artistry� had been painting the tournament throughout the day. An auction was held for this outstanding piece. Jan Napier was the successful bidder. She proudly donated it back to the Eumundi Tennis Club to hang above the perpetual trophy.

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Celebrate Food The Slow Food Way Sue Campin

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he Slow Food Movement is strongly supported on the Sunshine Coast. Key principles of the movement are to protect and enjoy your community’s culinary heritage, maintain the health of your community and landscape and enjoy quality food produced in harmony with the earth and local culture.

Chef Peter Wolfe and partner Shauna of Cedar Creek Farm Bush Foods are members of Slow Food Sunshine Coast Hinterland

and have kindly provided the information and recipes here.

Our available local food has been greatly influenced by the recent flooding. Bunya nuts are generally available in three-year cycles: the first year provides a very abundant crop, the next provides a moderate offering, and the last year has very light cropping.

This year should have been a light harvest. As it turns out, with all the rain this was a bumper year

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as was witnessed at the recent Bunya Dreaming held at Baroon Pocket Dam on 28 January.

Bunya nuts were traditionally eaten by indigenous people, roasted in an open fire or buried for storage where they fermented and softened. To get the nuts out, you must remove the kernels from the large cones and then cut the fibrous casing from the kernel. The recipe here for Bunya Nut Felafels really brings out the beautiful taste of these delicious

local nuts.

Red Claw this year are abundant, large and delicious as can be seen from the photograph.

With not much preparation they can provide quick and easy food sensations that we the local people can enjoy fresher than anyone else! The recipe here demonstrates the versatility of this local product and why they are in such demand in some of the best restaurants locally and internationally.

Mountain Pepper Red Claws Method Mince or finely grind bunya nuts in a food processor. Grate the carrot and finely chop the onion.

Mix all ingredients together and season to taste. Form into small patties and shallow fry at a gentle heat until golden brown and crisp on the outside. Patties taste extra good fried in macadamia oil.

Ingredients 500 g raw Red Claw tails 200 g potato starch 1 tblsp Tasmanian mountain pepper, coarsely ground 1 tblsp sea salt Juice of 1 lime 2 kaffir lime or lemon myrtle leaves, very finely shredded 2 tblsp macadamia oil 1 tblsp Worcestershire sauce

Method Dust the tails with potato starch. Heat a dry wok. Add salt and pepper and cook until it starts to smoke.

Add the oil, then immediately add the tails and stir briskly over maximum heat until they have seared. Add sliced leaves, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce and cook for 30 seconds.

Thursday 3 March 2011

Health and Lifestyle Step into better health and fitness?

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t autumn is upon us, it is quite likely that many New Year resolutions to address health and fitness are in tatters.

This summer has not helped with many outdoor activities curtailed.

Often the hardest part of changing health and fitness is the very first step – getting started.

Local Bethwyn Hancock’s story is an inspiration to think again about New Year resolutions.

She has been attending Make a Difference Health & Fitness studio at Cooroy and has lost 20 kg and improved her muscle tone.

“I’d always taken my fitness for granted when I was younger as I was a ballet dancer. However, since having children I hadn’t done any exercise at all and the scales had crept up to alarming figures” Bethwyn said.

“I never would have believed that I would be the type of person to exercise five times a week, but that’s what I’m doing now - once a week with Lee in the studio as well as swimming, jogging or bike riding” she said.

Local Lucy Cloonan leads exercise classes at Eumundi’s amphitheatre each Tuesday and Fri at 6am for all fitness levels.

It’s a peaceful spot surrounded by the trees that make the town of Eumundi and restore the soul. Classes are also available at Yandina with crèche support.

Lucy also provides personal training for individuals (or a friend can share the cost with a friend or partner).

“I have been working in the fitness industry for 11 years and it is still so exciting to see people making positive changes to their health and wellbeing. We live in a busy world and most people are time poor, unfortunately our health often gets put to the bottom of the pile. Engaging a

personal trainer is a commitment to improve your health and wellbeing, it is great for your motivation and, believe it or not, exercise can be fun! One size doesn’t fit all, everyone needs something different and that is what personal training is all about” Lucy said.

If personal training is ruled out because of budget, a group exercise class is a great way to get fit whilst meeting other people. Class participants often comment that group exercise classes feel like personal training in a group environment, everyone is given something to suit their needs and health issues are taken into account.

Maybe yoga at Anahata Yoga Temple Eumundi is of interest.

Donna Thordarson teaches a balanced vibrant Vinyasa (flowing) style of yoga to energise, rejuvenate and calm, helping with weight management and improved tone, stretch and strengthening of the body.

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Bethwyn Hancock with Lee working out at Make a Difference.

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Community Spotlight Paul takes it all off … for Leukaemia Caroline Arnett

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oughly six years ago, Paul Ayres and his family eagerly began their new lives here in Eumundi. His thoughtful neighbour suggested that he might like a cold beer down at the pub and introduced him to Friday afternoons at Joe’s Waterhole, where all the regulars soon became his good mates. Kev Simms is one of the mates who recently roped Paul into doing something seriously confronting.

At 2pm on 12 March, Paul and Kev, backed by the lively support of Uncle Bob’s Jug Band in the back room of Joe’s Waterhole, have courageously agreed to shave off their cherished long locks, beards and all, to help raise money for Leukaemia research.

They are urging as many people as possible to join them at Joe’s for a laugh and to show generous support for The World’s Greatest Shave.

Paul Ayres left the UK in 1989 as a highly qualified, third generation City & Guilds Master Painter after his father taught him everything he knew about his craft.

“Dad hates my ponytail,” says Paul, “he’ll be so glad when it’s gone. He jokes that I left the UK in ’89 with a crew cut as a man, and came back as a boy.”

As a qualified teacher, Paul enjoys passing on the knowledge of his trade which includes marbling, graining, trompe l’oeil, French polishing and many other

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specialised effects. Most days on the Coast you can find him working with builders, architects and private clients painting houses.

With little prompting, he’ll proudly offer photographs of the work he was appointed to do on Richard Branson’s Makepeace Island.

On his earlier travels in Holland, he met his beautiful Dutch wife

Saskia and was stricken by an incurable case of love at first sight.

They worked and travelled for 8 years of their 19-year marriage and now proudly proclaim that Eumundi is “forever home”. Paul and Saskia appreciate the beauty of Australia. “Here the light is brighter making the colours more vibrant, instead of shades of grey,” explains Paul. “There’s a sense of freedom here created from the vast spaces that European cities so often lack.”

They share “paradise” with their four children, Shane (11); Charlie (9), Joshua (7) and Gerra (6). Paul confesses that his children are trees huggers. He believes that children can be given too much these days. “My kids are much happier running around chasing lizards.” Most weekends they’ll be at the beach, fishing or camping, “We live in paradise, so we’ve got to show them paradise,” Paul says.

Paul encourages you to join him at his “office”, Joe’s Waterhole, to witness 21 years of growth fall to the floor for a very worthy cause.

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Gill and Col, one of Eumundi's finest couples Gill and Col Brownhill run the Eumundi Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre at 1411 Eumundi Noosa Rd, rescuing injured birds and animals and caring for them day and night until they can be returned to the wild. They started their amazing work well over a decade ago.

Each year we make a donation to the centre to help with the running costs. All the operational costs are financed almost entirely from the community and Gill and Col themselves. They are supported by 17 volunteers one of whom has been assisting the Centre by applying for deductible gift recipient (DGR) status for the Centre's trust so that it can receive tax deductible gifts and hopefully develop a sound financial base for years to come. If this is supported, the Trust will launch an appeal for funding to secure the Centre's long term operations.

The Brownhills have noticed a big influx of young kookaburra "guests" this summer, a direct result of falls from nests. The flooding causes damage to white ant nests which have become a common nest for kookaburras. Figbirds have also been particularly affected.

Lulu who came to the Centre as an orphan from Tiaro with Gill Brownhill (left), volunteer Jenny Lee, and Col Brownhill.

To make a cash donation, phone the Centre on 5442 8057.

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Thursday 3 March 2011

Bits and Pieces DID YOU KNOW?

Some facts from the 2010 campaign from Clean up Australia, Qld

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he top five rubbish items were small paper, polystyrene pieces, cigarette butts, bottle caps and lips and plastic bags.

Around 97,500 Queenslanders worked across 1340 registered sites.

Roadways were the most polluted areas averaging twice the number of rubbish items per site than any other location.

Plastic was the most common rubbish item found in Queensland, making up 30% of all rubbish, a slight increase from 28% in 2009.

Cigarette butts accounted for 9% of all rubbish collected from sites in Queensland, down from 24% in 2008 and 17% in 2009.

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Eco fashion Kait Manchip

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hat is eco fashion all about? At the top end of the fashion industry some designers are now producing carbon neutral ranges, and installing solar power to factories, which is a good start.

But, day-to-day, the most important thing we can do is reduce landfill and our consumption of new clothes.

Consider rubbish tips full of cheap hardly worn “plastic” (polyester/nylon) clothes that take years to break down.

Some great ways to do your bit are:  Mend clothes – put on a patch of funky fabric, and take hems up or down to extend the life of your clothes.  Look for market stalls making (adults and kids) clothes from recycled fabrics.  Opp shops or Yandina markets are great for 2nd hand clothes.

Saturday 26 March from 5.30pm Hundreds of millions of global citizens, from one hundred different countries, will unite in the action of lights out.

EUMUNDI GREEN INVITES YOU TO BE PART OF THIS WORLD MOVEMENT.

Earth Hour is a call to action to every individual, every business and every community. A flick of the switch at 8pm Eumundi time symbolises a collective display of commitment to protect the one thing that unites us all − the planet.

Join Eumundi Green for a BYO sundowner at CH Ball Lookout, Eumundi Range Rd at 5.30pm and then to nearby 13 Sunrise Rd for a BBQ, a little light music, and a community chat during the lights off. Donation of $5 for two course meal please on the night. Bring a torch or your solar light.

RSVP to Jennifer on 5442 7257 For more information about Earth Hour go to www.earthhour.org

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Keep Smiling

 When buying new clothes look for natural fibres that will break down once they are disposed of, and better quality items that will last.  If you don’t have time to trawl through the opp shops on the Coast, try pre-loved fashion outlets in Eumundi I’ve found two favourite pieces at Tree of Cotton behind the Christmas shop which I will wear and treasure for years to come. Bernadette collects “the best of” second-hand clothes.  When you clean out your wardrobe, make the effort to take stuff to a charity shop, don’t bin it.

When taking a shower I often use a little of the shampoo I have used on my hair to lather my body proper.

Imagine the shock when yesterday I read what was written on the bottle: “For extra volume and body.”

No wonder it is so hard to keep my weight under control.

From now on I will use dishwashing liquid for showering.

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Applicants need to be computer literate and experienced with Pracsoft and Medical Director or similar packages; must possess excellent workplace interpersonal and organisational skills, and be able to communicate successfully with members of the community and to interact with various government bodies including Medicare, DVA, Qld Health and others.

Knowledge of Medicare online claiming would be advantageous. The successful applicant will be highly organized, able to work well professionally with little daily supervision and to be able to demonstrate strong community values. Knowledge of QuickBooks is desirable. A nursing qualification and or nursing knowledge and experience would also be advantageous.

Information for prospective applicants including contact details for enquiries can be found on the News menu on www.eumundicco.com.au.

Applications close 17 March.

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Environment and Outdoors A $2.2M commitment to energy efficiency

Leanne’s green thumb Tibouchina – plant of the week Tibouchinas are an evergreen plant that is native to Brazil. They grow well in warm to cool temperate regions of Australia, enjoying sunny to partly shaded positions with light friable soil and plenty of moisture during the growing season. There are many different varieties of tibouchinas, purples, pinks and white, growing from 60cm to 4m.

Alstonville grows to approximately 4m with purple flowers, Kathleen is a pink flowering form that grows the same height and Noelene which flowers profusely through winter has masses of deep pink flowers gradually fading to white.

Chameleon is a dense fast growing shrub 1.5–2 m flowering in spring and autumn with sporadic flushes throughout the year. The flowers open white with a slight mauve blush changing to mauve and then to deep pink over several days.

Jazzie flowers in heavy masses of purple flowers with white centre eyes and white stamens.

Jazzie performs all year round and prefers full sun or semi-shade growing to 1.5m.

Jules is a rounded shrub to 1m, deep green leaves and large rich purple blooms en masse in autumn and early winter.

Groovy Baby which grows to 60cm with a spread of 80cm is suited to pots, borders, rockeries or garden beds and has striking long lasting vibrant purple flowers throughout winter.

Tibouchinas are virtually pest free and need little maintenance. Pruning for shape after flowering is recommended and fertilising regularly with a slow release fertiliser. We have all of these varieties at the Garden Centre.

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ustainability on the Coast has taken a leap forward as Council has agreed to invest $2.2M over the next two years into three spearhead energy projects to help achieve key targets set in the Sunshine Coast Energy Transition Plan:  to be carbon-neutral as an organisation by 2020  to reduce crude oil-based fuel use by five per cent per year  to stimulate regional production of renewable energy into the grid of 40-megawatt capacity by 2015 and 100-megawatt capacity by 2020.

The three projects, identified in the plan include a clean energy and solar implementation program, a sustainable biodiesel project, and energy efficiency measures across Council’s buildings and facilities.

Environment Portfolio Councillor Keryn Jones said Council’s fuel and electricity costs in 2009/10 amounted to $13.2M and those costs are predicted to rise into the future.

“These projects will enable council to not only reduce its costs, but more importantly its carbon emissions and reliance on oil into the future,” Cr Jones said.

“Sustainability is about providing what we need today without compromising tomorrow – putting systems in place now means that we can limit the impact we are currently having as well as protecting our society, environment or economy into the future.”

Economic Development Portfolio Councillor Lew Brennan said that as the largest organisational entity in the region, Council is able to lead the charge in developing the Coast’s alternative energy market.

“We recently put a call out to companies who were interested in supplying energy alternatives,” Cr Brennan said.

“Through this process, Council identified 56 potential companies who are interested in supplying services in the area of energy conservation and generation.”

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tools to help move their farm production forward.

Major field day sponsors are Rabobank and Birdwood Nurseries. The keynote speaker is Geoff Furness who recently retired after 42 years as a research scientist in entomology and spray application technology with South Australia’s Research and Development Institute.

There will be presentations on crop pests and diseases.

Growers interested in registering for the Field Day should phone 5496 9922.

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elping fruit growers recover from short and long term impacts of recent floods and cyclones is the aim of a Field Day to be hosted by Natures Fruit Company on 15 March. It will be aimed at avocado, custard apple, lychee, mango, citrus, kiwifruit and stone fruit growers on the Coast.

The Field Day provides opportunities for growers to aggressively tackle the challenges facing them, by learning about the latest research and development techniques and

he Noosa Biosphere is calling for new board members but you’ll have to hurry as applications close tomorrow 4 March. With vacancies on many of the sector boards, the biosphere is looking to renew and refresh with passionate individuals from all ages and all walks of life.

“There are currently around 60 sector board members volunteering and pitching in together to help make our region a better place, this makes for

an exciting melting pot of ideas and projects”, chairman Michael Donovan said.

Sector board membership is not a formal directorship with the associated formal or legal obligations, but instead a voluntary position among peers to improve the biosphere status and activity.

Further details on how to apply, including downloadable application forms, are on www. noosabiosphere.org.au.

Thursday 3 March 2011

Nature Notes Marine cone shells

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n Coolum Beach we picked up a bleached and broken sea shell. There was enough shape and colour left to allow identification as a cone shell and the triangular markings placed it in the “textile” branch of the cone family of molluscs.

There are about 400 species of cones world-wide ranging from 6 mm to more than 200 mm in length, from light and fragile to solid and heavy, some common with non-descript markings and others rare and beautifully decorated and worth thousands of dollars.

Cones can be divided into three groups based on feeding methods. One group feeds on marine worms and other small organisms (vermivorous), a second group feeds on other shellfish (molluscivorous) and the third group eats fish (piscivorous).

Just like land snails, marine molluscs have a sort of sandingbelt of teeth called radulae, but in the cone family there is an extension to the oesophagus called a proposcis, in the tip of which is a specially modified tooth connected to a venom gland. This tooth is used to “harpoon” prey and inject a powerful neurotoxin.

The shell we found was a Textile Cone (Conus textile), a sand-flat dweller probably washed down

Kon Hepers from up north. It is a member of the second group which hunts other sea snails, kills them, sucks them out of their protective shell then digests them in the proboscis/oesophagus.

This species is dangerous, and a large specimen, as pictured, could cause death in humans.

The really dangerous ones are the third group which produce a venom perhaps more powerful than the taipan. In their under-sea environment, where everything quickly eats everything, it is necessary that when they “harpoon” a passing fish, death has to be instantaneous and within crawling range otherwise they would always be beaten to their prey by faster-moving rivals.

Still roughly cone-shaped, these shells have a wide flaring lip to allow ingestion of fish often longer than the shell itself.

The largest and most notorious of this group is the Geographer Cone (Conus geographus), which has been responsible for a number of deaths and its venom was the suspected murder weapon in a society murder investigation in Sydney in the early 1960s.

Currently there is renewed research into cone shell venom in the quest for possible medical applications.

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Despite a very harsh wet summer students at North Arm State School still produced a modest crop of watermelons and pumpkin. The cow pea went wild, preventing weeds from taking hold and fixing nitrogen into the soil. Now years 4-7 have begun classes with the beds being prepared for planting.

Frogs on boards are good too!

Markets artist Mitch O’Mahoney painting frogs on metre boards on the side of the pink building at the Original Eumundi Markets.

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Lessons for Life Learning opportunity for budding sculptors

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he program will be officially launched at the Noosa Botanic Gardens on 9 March at 3pm. The gardens stand to benefit from the generosity of a private donor with a love of the arts and gardens and a desire to see one of the region’s hidden treasures more widely recognised and enjoyed.

An anonymous bequest of $200,000 enabled the establishment of the program that will see the creation of a Stone Sculpture Walk within the gardens over the coming years.

Budding sculptors currently have the opportunity to enter the new Noosa Stone Sculpture Bequest program, with applications open until 31 March 2011. The bequest will be awarded biennially and will

enable the winning sculptor the opportunity to travel and work for two months, with access to master tuition at the renowned Studio Corsanini in Carrara, Italy.

For more information, visit www. noosastonebequest.org.au.

Renowned American sculptor MJ Anderson, chosen as the first recipient of the bequest by the donor, is visiting the Sunshine Coast to oversee the installation of her work for the program’s official launch.

Residents will have the opportunity to attend a lecture, The Carrara Connection, by the noted artist on 8 March from 5pm to 7pm at the Noosa Regional Gallery. RSVP to the gallery on 5449 5340.

Noosa Regional Gallery Travelling Scholarship

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he Noosa Regional Gallery Travelling Scholarship 2011 is now open for business. Presented by Council and principal partner, Friends Noosa Regional Gallery Inc, the national contemporary 3D art prize offers the winner a $12,000 grant, together with a solo exhibition. The scholarship cash prize will enable the winner to undertake study or training overseas or in Australia. The grant is to be used through a recognised art institution, participation in shortterm workshops or study with a nominated artist. Entries close on 31 March and a $25 entry fee applies. To apply online or for more details visit www.travellingscholarship.org.au.

Computer Coop Nathan Woodcock

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his week is part three of our journey through your computer and today we discuss hard drives.

Many people think of the hard drive as the actual computer itself, the whole case or box.

Actually, the hard drive is inside your computer and is what all of your data is stored on. Windows, pictures, emails, documents, music – all of this is stored on your hard drive.

Hard drives have ever-increasing capacities which are measured in Gigabytes (GB). Where a computer that is three years old may have a 160 GB hard drive, a standard computer today would likely have at least 500 GB and often 1000 GB or more.

Consumer hard drives are made

up of one or more “platters”, or spinning discs, a bit like a record player. The platters spin at speeds from 5400 rpm, usually 7200 rpm in normal PCs and up to 15000 rpm in high-end hard drives. A small mechanical arm moves across the platters magnetically reading information from them.

They are very precise, fragile mechanical devices, and with this in mind you might be more forgiving the next time one fails, and understand why backing up is so important.

For a whole gallery of images of hard drives and their internals, follow this link – http://tinyurl. com/47rzkss.

If you have a problem or a question phone or drop an email.

Nathan Woodcock Systems Engineer eumundigreen@n-techsolutions.com.au Ph 1300 995 502

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he team at Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitor Centre is preparing for the opening of a remarkable exhibition by photographer Kim Guthrie. Titled EXTRAordinary, the collection of images is described by the artist as “an honest depiction of the beauty in everyday life”.

Manager of Discover Eumundi Wendy Birrell says the exhibition is inspirational in celebrating the raw simplicity and “realness” of everyday Australians.

“As a social commentary, the EXTRAordinary exhibition is a great fit displayed amongst Eumundi’s heritage collection,” Wendy says.

“Kim has created these images as a wonderful antidote to the airbrushed, blemish free, sanitary illusion of perfection and beauty so often seen in photographs fed to the masses.”

This fascinating and quirky collection highlights the commonplace or stereotypical characters from an oftenoverlooked side of Australian culture.

“It’s real Aussies photographed

in their everyday environments just doing what they do.

“And while Kim photographed far and wide in sourcing subjects for the exhibition, the fact that he is based in nearby Cooroy means a good number of images are of Sunshine Coast faces,” she says.

To coincide with the exhibition, Discover Eumundi will present a slide show of Kim’s previously unshown images of characters from the Eumundi environment.

Kim Guthrie’s self-published photographic books will be for sale at Discover Eumundi for the duration of the exhibition.

The exhibition will be on display from Thursday 3 March until Thursday 28 April, with the official opening taking place on Thursday 10 March at 5.30pm.

Those interested in attending the official opening are invited to contact Discover Eumundi on 5442 8762.

Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitor Centre – Corner of Gridley & Memorial Drive, Eumundi.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10am – 3pm, Saturday 9am – 3pm, Sunday 10am – 2pm.

Methodist Church Centenary We are still looking for events, people and memories that were connected to this building over the last 100 years.

For example do you remember Sunday School picnics? A much looked forward to event, the games, the picnic food with special treats, people having fun, not normally part of the “Going to Church” experience in those days! In Eumundi it was a great occasion to have a day out and get together with friends and neighbours.

Then there was the choir (photo above), a group of mixed generations and sexes drawn together by a love of music and an outlet to express it.

If you can help with any photos or stories please contact us at Discover Eumundi. We would love to celebrate the centenary by sharing our rich history.

You can also e-mail us: manager@discovereumundi.com.au or phone 5442 8762.

Corner Gridley & Memorial Drive • Ph 5442 8762 Opening Hours - Mon to Fri 10am to 4pm Sat 9am to 3pm Sun 10am to 2pm

DISCOVER EUMUNDI Heritage & Visitor Centre

Proudly supported by Eumundi & District Historical Association Thursday 3 March 2011

Locals Home and Abroad An unexpected 20th wedding anniversary adventure Joyce Jackway do love an adventure, especially the spontaneous and unplanned kind. Mind you we did have other plans for our anniversary celebrations. We booked a trip to Hamilton Island for our special 3 February date but Cyclone Yasi had other plans.

I shed a few tears but after a good cup of tea with a dear friend I rang my husband and announced we should go on an adventure anyway! I could feel him cringe at the other end of the phone. “Okay” came the reply.

Thursday morning 3 February arrived, what a special day!

The car was packed with a tent, esky, thermos, bikini, camera and of course husband. At the gate the car turned a sharp left – we headed south, past the Yandina exit, past the Caboolture exit, over the Gateway and forever onwards.

The drive was long with loads of roadworks due to the flood damage – but our spirits were extra high. We drove on to Girraween National Park but alas more flooding meant the road was closed into the park so we decided to keep going. We finally arrived at the Celtic Standing Stones at Glen Innes with our

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faithful thermos.

At the end of town we turned and found a wonderful tree-lined drive and a piece of heaven at the back of a town not well known for its tourism draw: rocks to climb, a little waterfall, a short walk, peace and tranquillity, kangaroos and wild blackberries to pick, the whistling of birds at sundown and the love of my life. The next day we set off fossicking, we talked like teenagers and laughed all day trying our luck for a sliver of sapphire or two at the river.

The afternoon called for a drive towards the coast and we wound our way to Ballina. We visited Byron Bay and Brunswick Heads where I was in heaven yet again – it was the local market day with treasures at the garage sales in town. A quick jump off the bridge (don’t tell the kids) and some delicious fish and chips and we headed to Currumbin Rock and a little walk at Springbrook National Park.

The only place that can top this day off is home so we decided to do it – we arrived home to three ecstatic kids and a very surprised grandpa and smile and grin at each other.

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Sport News Success at district sports

Thongs for a giant?

Top Row (left): Emily Lethbridge, Alana Berr, Jessica Coleburn, Darcy Condon, Jack Schroder, Evan McLean. Bottom Row (left): Thomas Coleburn, Josh Terkuile, James Buk, Laura Mitton. Absent Maya Clarke.

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hese swimmers from Eumundi Swimming Club recently competed in the Primary School District Swimming Championships.

Many achieved PBs, some taking as much as eight seconds off their previous times.

James Buk, Josh Terkuile, Laura Mitton and Evan McLean all qualified for the Regional Championships which will be held on 4 March 4 – swim well. Evan McLean broke the 10 year old boys 50 m freestyle record!

Young students from Noosa Christian College enjoying the not so serious side of their recent swimming carnival at Eumundi Aquatic Centre.

the green directory Steve Pont Slashing

STEVE BURTON RURAL FENCING

Large & small acreages Experienced local operator 4WD tractor/XHD slasher Ph Steve 0408 915 124

Specialising in fencing and carpentry pergolas • decks • bathroom renos

Servicing all areas

Fully licensed & insured

Doonan based

Ph 5442 8551 M 0402 467 791

PA I N T E R SIGNS

Certificate of Forestry :: 15 years experience Fully insured :: Pensioner discount Free quote & advice Ph Mike 0438 793 880

Exterior, interior, property maintenance, rubbish removal Eumundi based since 1990

Ph Greg 0412 928 277

Pruning :: Felling :: Rubbish Removal

Gredale Pty Ltd

Waterproofing

Aroora Water Services

by Michael Edge Watertank repairs, ponds, bathrooms, decks, pools

Ph 0412 319 543 or 5442 7527 computer support, sales & repairs PCs & accessories now being sold at Eumundi Business & PhotoSHOP Drop off your PC for repair there too Integrity. Skill. Communication.

Ph 1300 995 502 nathan@n-techsolutions.com.au

Jay & Nicky Turner Mob 0409 217 328 www.lagunapestcontrol.com.au

“For all your tank and swimming pool requirements”

103 Napier Road, Eumundi 4562

SWIFT SKIPS 1 Jarrah St Cooroy Commercial & Domestic Bin sizes 2m - 4m - 6m size 4 and 6 have doors Servicing Noosa to Gympie

ABN 80 738 568 266

PH 5442 5844 M 0417 786 776

Dave Raymont Slashing Large & small acreage • 4 WD tractors 4 in 1 bucket • Ripping • Mulching Discing rotary hoeing • General tractor work Servicing all areas • 30 years experience

M 0412 624 351 Ph 5485 5021

Plumber & Drainer

Servicing the local area for 20 years Eumundi & District, Yandina, Cooroy & Kenilworth

Neil Howie

Ph 5442 8158 - M 0402 809 831

all drainage systems pumps roof & gutters sewer conversion hot water systems gas new homes & renovations

email: aroorawater@bigpond.com

Rob Morris Ph 5447 9242 M 0427 479 242

All About Networking TV Antennas, Audio Visual Plasma & LCD Wall Mounting Extra TV / Data Points Phone, Fax & EFTPOS Lines

Ben North, exp. local: 0417 001 860

RECHARGE ELECTRICAL Domestic, commercial and maintenance Eumundi based

Beau Picken M 0410 606 634 Ph 5442 7119 F 5442 7160 E rechargeelectrical@hotmail.com Lic. No. 56230 37 Seib Rd Eumundi

Tony & Melinda Morrissey Lic. No. 72511

Locally based 21 years experience Accredited installers

Ph 5449 1001 M 0414 743 604 www.celticsolar.com.au

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Thursday 3 March 2011

Imperial Hotel Eumundi and Eumundi Bistro

> Thurs 3 Mar > Sat 5 Mar > Sun 6 Mar > Thurs 10 Mar > Sat 12 Mar > Sun 13 Mar

Jam Session from 8 pm Pleasure Kings 2 pm Adrian 1 pm Jam Session from 8 pm Cut Lunch 2 pm The Vibe 1 pm

Early bird specials 5.30pm-6pm 25% off meal prices except for oysters

Friendly hospitality l Great service l Live entertainment l Restaurant meals at pub prices l Pokies and Foxsport

Swap'N Go gas at bottle shop

Memorial Dr Eumundi Ph 5442 8811or 5442 8303

the green directory General • Caravans • Furniture • Cars

A1 Animal naturopathy, natural foods, remedies, supplements, shampoos Ph 5449 1453 • 244 Verrierdale Rd www.greenpet.com.au

collaboration with nature...

New owners give individual care Upgraded spacious facilities Recommended by local vets

212 Seib Rd Eumundi Ph 5442 8275

www.eumundiboardingkennels.com.au WHOLESALE ENQUIRIES WELCOME

feather’s nest creations Beading Supplies

Jason Pennell 0402 463 691 Landscaping & Property Maintenance

Shop 2 # 8 Farrell St Yandina Ph 5472 7409 Swarovski Dealers

OPEN: Mon 10am-4pm, Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm

www.feathersnestcreations.com.au

Storage Eumundi

Cars • Trucks • Machinery • Site sheds • Containers Old cars removed free

Clean & secure, self lockable units Free pickup (conditions apply)

Ph 5442 8627

Boats • Trailers • Trucks • Containers

SUTTON’S CLEANING SERVICE

Eumundi based Ph Andre on

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Mates Rates

Locally owned & operated, 30 years experience

EXCAVATION

Septic Tanks, Grease Traps, Oil Arrestors, Liquid Waste

3.5 Tonne Excavator, Bobcat & Level Bar 10m Tipper

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Ph 5447 6477 • M 0418 713 244 www.suttonscleaning.com.au

Assorted Buckets • Tilt Hitch • Augers • Rock Grab

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Ph 5442 8111 M 0418 723 080

Your local one-stop-shop for landscaping & garden supplies

REMOVAL FREE Bring To Us - We Pay Tray towing available

5 ft slasher - 4WD tractor with 4 in 1 bucket loader

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Ph Wade 0403 311 134

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overseas owner must sell!

• 2007 quality built home with views on 1.5 acres • high ceilings and long verandahs • two separate living areas, dedicated study • natural light and neutral décor • 4 generous size bedrooms, ensuited guest suite • quiet location in picturesque setting

expressions of interest 1 browns dr, cooroy

auction on site 26th march 1pm open house: saturday 1–1:30pm 1 lilly pilly rise, eumundi

Jim Ennis 0402 587 298

jeanette catalano 0422 923 851

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