EG 125 of 21 July 2011 by The Green Magazine

Issue 125 – Thursday 21 July 2011

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PAGE celebrates and continues fight against powerlines

AGE and the communities of Eerwah Vale and Ridgewood are in celebratory mood following a reprieve in their four-year battle with Powerlink Queensland. Acting Energy Minister Phil Reeves announced that a proposed upgrade of the electricity transmission network supplying the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions is being deferred after Powerlink identified a temporary change to power flows into the region. “This means the need for the proposed Woolooga to Eerwah Vale transmission line and the Eerwah Vale substation project are being deferred by around five years,” he said earlier this month. Powerlink chief executive Gordon Jardine said the temporary change in power flows was a direct result of liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in the Surat Basin area of South West Queensland. “During the start-up phase the initial ‘ramp up’ gas produced by these projects is being sold to, and used by, power stations in South West Queensland,” he said, adding that this significantly increases power flows from the Surat Basin into the major demand centre of South East Queensland. Mr Jardine said this change to power flows would delay the overloads originally forecast

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for the network supplying the Sunshine Coast and the need for the upgrade until 2019. However, despite the celebrations, the reprieve is a hollow victory for residents, PAGE president/coordinator Jack Connolly said. “The residents do not want a reprieve, they want Powerlink once and for all to acknowledge its original mistake made in 2007 and to adopt the much cheaper and lower social and environmental impact alternative proposed by PAGE,” he said. Mr Connolly said while Powerlink cited a temporary change to power flows into the region being a direct result of the recently announced LNG projects

in the Surat Basin as among the reasons for the deferral, he added that as early as 2008 the government forecast some of the Surat Basin’s coal and gas would be used for domestic energy production. “Powerlink seems to need or want a face-saving exit from this doomed project,” Mr Connolly said. “It appears Powerlink conjured up a seemingly believable story, but in so doing, have left hinterland residents with the same daunting boom hanging over their heads.” Member for Nicklin Peter Wellington said he will continue to push to have the proposal withdrawn from the government agenda. continued on page 5

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Editor's Desk My Street – Crescent Rd Eumundi The Curtis family

umundi has been busy during the school holidays, helped by the sunny weather, with many visitors from our southern states and overseas. However despite the crowds many of our market and town businesses are reporting low trading and continue to need our support through these tough times. Joyce and John Turnbull will be back from their overseas trip to visit family when you read this and I will have welcomed the Green’s managing editor back into the chair. I have thoroughly enjoyed the editor’s role over the last few issues, made so much easier by the wonderful support I’ve received from all our volunteers, contributors and our local businesses, a big thanks to you all. Fran Maguire, acting editor

etween the aquatic centre and the Eumundi Tennis Club off Memorial Dr, begins the journey of Crescent Rd Eumundi. As the name suggests, it meanders along the crest of a hill, winding crescent shape back to William Rd, connecting to its origin. In 2002, after living in Eumundi for six years, we decided to purchase a property as our family home. Acreage to contain our energetic Blue Heeler Brutus and Staffordshire Molly was a major consideration. We were able to buy acreage only a stone’s throw up Gridley St from the post office, and live in a town we had grown to love. Nine and a half years later we have had four beautiful children and

have developed an even greater appreciation for our wonderful community. To take a walk along Crescent Rd is sure to ignite passion for the beautiful surroundings we are blessed with. The hill accessed by all entrances is challenging – a challenge sure to reward the committed. Views to major geographical peaks and ranges abound on a leisurely stroll. Crescent Rd is adjoined by streets named for our pioneers. Gridley, Etheridge Arundell and Pacey streets connect us with Memorial Dr and are a constant reminder of a bygone era. To this day it connects us with friends, neighbours and all that village life offers.

Community Diary

We are lucky to have so many flowering trees and plants through our winter such as these grevilleas that provide food for a North Arm family of chatty Blue-eyed Honeyeaters.

22 & 23 July Comedy & Consommé 6.30pm Indee Theatre Ph 5472 8200

Wed 27 July EHA monthly meeting 6pm School of Arts hall Ph 0407 139 836

Mon 8 August EDCA monthly meeting 7pm Joe’s Waterhole Ph 5445 7792

24 July Comedy & Consommé 5pm Indee Theatre Ph 5472 8200

Tues 2 August Eumundi Photo Club 7pm Imperial bistro Ph 0415 873 503

Until 8 August Colours of the Carnivale photo exhibition Discover Eumundi Heritage & Visitor Centre Ph 5442 8762

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Business and Community News Long wait over at Continuum

Debra and Doug Palmen say it has been a long wait to bring their latest stock from Europe, due to some unusual and difficult to pack items and the Easter and Royal Wedding holidays. They are looking forward to gradually unpacking their treasures by which time the shop will take on a decidedly French look with vintage copper and coloured enamelware, along with an eclectic mix of Roman antiquities and vintage jewellery.

Peter ready for scrub busting

Leanne takes ownership at Doonan Valley Garden Centre

eanne Smith, manager of Doonan Valley Garden Centre for the past 18 months, introducing her new business partner Rocco Castaldo with whom she has taken ownership of the centre. Leanne started to learn everything she knows about plants from her mum when she was just knee-high, and has gradually

turned that lifelong passion into a business, along the way working in outdoor maintenance and gardening on multi-million dollar properties. Leanne and Rocco are looking forward to continuing with the same personalised customer service in sales of plants, pots, potting mixes and a range of Eco organic garden care products.

Big Bob to bow out

eter and Barb Blashki, children Jack and Mia and border collie Jemima moved from Melbourne to Belli Park in December into the middle of our long, wet summer. Living on a 500m² city block they decided there must be more to life and found a rural paradise that came with the challenge of mowing 22° slopes on which the grass just grew and grew in the rain. Peter soon discovered a regular ride-on or slasher just wasn’t up to the job, and proved to be pretty

risky on the wet ground. He found a solution in a 4WD “ride-on brush cutter” that soon tamed the grass and lantana and on which he felt completely safe on their sloping land. Peter is now offering his Scrub Busters service for difficult, hard to mow areas. While Peter is scrub busting, Barb runs www.igiveabuck.org. au, an internet based charitable foundation she set up in 2009 to make a significant difference to the lives of sick and terminally ill children.

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unshine Coast mayor Bob Abbot credited the Dalai Lama for influencing his decision not to stand in council elections next year. Speaking to media outside Sunshine Coast Council offices in Nambour last week, Mr Abbot said he wanted to make his intentions known well before the lead into the local government elections in March 2012. “I’ve long followed a common sense approach and feel that it will soon be time to move on with the next stage of my life. However, for the next eight months I will remain as passionate and committed as ever to serving the people of the Sunshine Coast,” he said. “When I was elected as mayor in 2008, I was determined to lay a foundation for the Sunshine Coast during the first four to six years of local government and I’m proud to say we have done that during our first term as a new

council. The Financial Plan and the Community Plan and a wide range of strategies and policies are in place, and the Town Plan is ready for consultation.” Mr Abbot said he’d been tossing his decision around for four or five months. ”It was after listening to the Dalai Lama and his wisdom, getting the Town Plan finished for state interest check, and delivering a budget built on a strategy we started three years ago, that I decided it was time.” Mr Abbot said he will continue to work hard on delivering a serviceoriented council, not a regulatory or compliance based one. “The challenge for the mayor and councillors of the next Sunshine Coast Council will be to balance our population and economic development and maintain a sustainable fabric that will support the Coast well into the future,” he concluded. Thursday 21 July 2011

Community News Cosy Christmas in July

Grants available for projects on privately owned land

Julie and Michael Dowling enjoying the Christmas in July degustation at Food@Eumundi on 9 July. Jessica and Scott Hardy kept guests cosy on a chilly night to raise funds for ForgetMeNot children’s homes in Nepal.

PAGE celebrates... continued from page 1 “I’m very pleased that Powerlink is not proceeding with the proposed Woolooga to Eerwah Vale transmission line and substation at this time,” he said. “However, this proposal needs to be completely scrapped.” Mr Wellington has written to the Australian Energy Regulator to request that it withdraws its initial approval, and require Powerlink to submit a fresh application if and when it decides it needs to proceed with the upgrade of the network. “The initial approval for this project should not simply be left open-ended,” he said. “Our community does not want to see this same project resurface in the future. I will also speak to the Energy Minister Stephen Robertson and ask if he will support my request to the energy regulator.” Mr Wellington added he had been advised that as a result

of the decision to defer the investigation of the corridor for five years, Powerlink will not be preparing a response to the State Government regarding PAGE’s proposed alternate corridor. Mr Connolly said PAGE has won an important battle but is undeterred in its determination to have a win-win for the community, the environment and the government. “PAGE will continue to negotiate with Powerlink in an effort to completely remove the threat to the Eerwah Vale and Ridgewood communities,” he said. “We will ensure outstanding issues from the Powerlink actions are resolved and keep residents informed of developments.” PAGE met with Powerlink representatives on Monday and will give an update once Powerlink responds to the bulk of the questions asked of them.

Landholder Environment Grants Landowners looking for financial assistance to carry out conservation projects on their properties are invited to apply for Sunshine Coast Council’s Landholder Environment Grant. Landholders can apply for assistance to carry out natural resource management projects such as: ► fencing to restrict stock access to significant vegetation, creeks and rivers ► installing off-stream stock watering points and stock crossings ► revegetation of degraded areas or to establish vegetation corridors ► soil conservation works, sediment and erosion control ► control of environmental weeds to rehabilitate native vegetation areas ► restoring habitat for rare or threatened species ► modification of existing fencing to make it more wildlife friendly. A second round of funding will be offered from Monday 6 February. Information and application process ►Visit council’s website for guidelines, factsheets and to apply ►For advice and support call council’s Conservation Partnerships Officer on 07 5475 7272 or grants@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Expressions of interest are open from 1 August to 19 August 2011

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Department of Environment and Resource Management

Public Notice PLACE NAME PROPOSAL Naming of Banana Gully, Cherry Tree Creek and Lemon Tree Creek Sunshine Coast Regional Council Notice is given that the Minister for Finance, Natural Resources and The Arts is inviting public comment on the naming of an unnamed gully as Banana Gully and two unnamed creeks as Cherry Tree Creek and Lemon Tree Creek in accordance with the Place Names Act 1994. Banana Gully, Cherry Tree Creek and Lemon Tree Creek are located in the locality of Belli Park in the Sunshine Coast hinterland and all the water features flow into Belli Creek. Queensland place name plan QPN1187, illustrating the location of Banana Gully, Cherry Tree Creek and Lemon Tree Creek, is available for public inspection at the Department of Environment and Resource Management Business Centre, Nambour Office, 52-64 Currie Street, Nambour; the Kenilworth Library, Elizabeth Street, Kenilworth and at the Sunshine Coast Regional Council, Eddie De Vere Building, cnr Currie and Bury Streets, Nambour. Copies of the proposal plan can also be downloaded from Queensland Place Names at www.derm.qld.gov.au

Individual submissions, in writing, in support of the proposal or against the proposal, may be lodged with the Regional Services Director, South East Region, Department of Environment and Resource Management, PO Box 573, Nambour Qld 4560 until 9 September 2011.

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Enquiries regarding the proposed naming of Banana Gully, Cherry Tree Creek and Lemon Tree Creek should be directed to Mr Ross Norman, Senior Spatial Information Officer of the department by telephone on (07) 5451 2252 or by email at ross.norman@derm.qld.gov.au.

Community News Gumnut Grovers get together Susie Lefevre “Our Daph” in hospital

Question It seems there is some opposition in the community to the proposal for three hour parking across Eumundi, and also local concern over the loss of short stay car parks on market days and near the post office through the week. Can you confirm whether or not these will stay in place if the proposal goes through? Also, would there be provision for increased disabled parking?

Response The current number of short stay car parking will remain in Eumundi, including areas near the newsagent and CWA as well as the post office. The community survey revealed slight opposition to the proposed change to three hour parking, however I believe this remains a valid way forward for Eumundi as establishing uniformity will make it much easier for locals and visitors to understand where they stand when parking in the town. Council has assessed the number of disabled car parks and this number is over and above the number that is required by law. Under local laws people with disabled car parking permits are exempt from parking restrictions, time limits and fines.

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he Gumnut Grove community held a get together on 9 July. Gumnut Grove is a quiet community in Ninderry, home to 18 households. Recently, residents have moved in and out, families have been expanded with new babies and marriages, young adults have become licensed drivers, and neighbours have continued to watch each others’ gardens and children grow … with this, it seemed the perfect opportunity to stop and relax in the sunshine and feel the warmth of community spirit. Most

residents have been in the estate since its development in 2007, one being the original landholder who purchased the land as a dairy farm in 1958. He and his wife had stories to tell of calves stuck in dams and flooding rains. As the sun set and the air cooled, chairs and eskies were packed up and families walked to their homes, with a few detours to look at gardens on the way. As this get together was so warmly received, the little community has plans to meet together again near Christmas.

Cooroy Rotary donates locally

Cooroy Rotary recently held presentations of donations it raised at Cooroy Rotary Golf Day. Receiving $1000 donations from Cooroy Rotary president Tim Comino (second right) are Pat Mulhall (left) and Terry Clarke Burrows of Katie Rose Cottage, Doonan, Carol Watkins of Cooroy SES and Laurie Staples of Noosa District High Chaplaincy.

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ifelong Eumundi resident Daph Greer is in Nambour Hospital following a fall at home. Visitors and friends from the community have found her in great spirits. Daph has of course been supplied with the latest Eumunid Green so she can keep up-to-date with local news and a book of crossword puzzles as she loves to keep her mind active. She is not sure when she will be able to come home – grip bars are being installed in her house but getting up the stairs poses a problem and she is looking into a small chair lift. It will be good news to hear that Daph has made it back home again – outings can be planned for and assisted when the time comes. She was really and truly chuffed that she had been thought of in Eumundi and visitors have assured her that folk are missing her and wishing her a speedy recovery and looking forward to her being back home. Her determined spirit is right up there.

Thank you to Eumundi vets

isa Phelan wants to say a big thank you to Eumundi Range Rd vet Craig. She nearly lost German Shorthair Pointer, Tilly, after she was bitten by a Brown Snake. Lisa says but for Craig’s and the practice’s care they would no longer have Tilly and she wants to remind people that despite the cold weather, snakes are still about. Tilly is doing well but will be an “inside dog” for the next couple of weeks. Community weeding days Eumundi Conservation Park will return on Saturday 6 August, 2–5pm. Look for details in the next Eumundi Green, issue 126. Thursday 21 July 2011

Community News News in brief Tom Petrie’s Dilemma, a musicbased production conveying a proud part of Queensland’s intercultural history, is set to take the stage as part of Back to Nambour weekend celebrations. Tom Petrie’s Dilemma is an event to be celebrated in the spirit of reconciliation. It brings back to Nambour a tremendous night of remembrance, drawing from the annals of history through the eyes of Tom Petrie, after whom Nambour’s Petrie Creek was named. The performance will be at the Nambour Civic Centre on Friday 5 August at 8pm. Phone 5475 7777 for bookings. Have your say on our local laws when Sunshine Coast Council reviews and streamlines its suite of local laws that govern topics such as parking, animal management, permits and bathing reserves. The aim of the review is to achieve one functional, easy-to-understand, easy-to-enforce contemporary suite of local laws to replace the three different sets of laws currently operating in the former Noosa, Maroochy and Caloundra areas. To follow the progress of the draft local laws and to have your say, visit Council’s website, Customer Service Centres or libraries. A new Telstra website will give its customers up-to-date information on network outages and restoration activities during major outages and natural disasters. The new website was developed as a result of Telstra’s experiences in the natural disasters around the country during the summer of 2010/11. The new website, which can also be accessed from iPhones and other mobile devices, can be found at telstra.com.au/ networkoutages. New number for Unitywater customer service. Customers can now phone 1300 0 UNITY (1300 086 489) from a mobile phone or landline anywhere in Australia for the cost of a local call with any query in relation to Unitywater and its services. Sue Trethowan-Jones invites you to a special Hinterland Jewel Box visit 22 July to include wine, cheese and sale items, 1-6pm, 254 Eumundi Range Rd. Skate park ramps up at Yandina Two new vertical ramps are set to be installed and improvements will be made to the existing skate surface Thursday 21 July 2011

at the facility on Farrell Street, with the $33,000 project tailor made to the recommendations of local skateboard riders. Work commences on 11 July and is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete. Council is cracking down on dangerous dogs with a threemonth inspection program targeting dogs given the green light under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008. The systematic inspection program will proactively monitor compliance of the mandatory conditions in place under the Act for regulated dogs kept within the boundaries of the Sunshine Coast region. Council’s main aim is monitoring, and educating the community to take responsibility for their dogs. The program will enable authorised council officers to enter private property at a reasonable time to ensure that owners are complying with the mandatory permit conditions to keep a regulated dog. The inspection program has been scheduled to run from 1 August until 31 October.

National Tree Day will be supported by Sunshine Coast Council at two tree-planting events on the Coast on Sunday 31 July, at Marcus Beach and Little Mountain. There will be tree planting and wildlife presentations on the day. Whether you’re a “green thumb”, an environmentalist, or just looking for an excuse to spend a morning outdoors, go along and plant a tree on National Tree Day. Gloves, tools and equipment for planting, watering cans and buckets, drinking water and a BBQ will be provided. To RSVP as a volunteer, visit the National Tree Day website at treeday.planetark. org and select your desired work site, or visit Council’s online events calendar at www.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au for more details. Federal emergency relief funding that will see local community organisations receive almost $2 million over the next three years to assist struggling households, was announced last week by Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss. Used to provide food or petrol vouchers, household goods, or part payment

of essential household bills to people in need, the funding is also used to deliver financial counselling and to help people learn how to budget. Emergency relief assistance is provided to ensure that struggling households have access to the basic necessities to help them through difficult times. The Salvation Army and Noosa Community Welfare Centre will receive funding under this government initiative. The Bellbunya Sustainable Community, Belli Park, is inviting all interested parties to participate in a conversation about “The journey from sustainable building to ‘biological homes’”, Saturday and Sunday 6-7 August from 9.30am each day. The cost of $65 pp includes all meals, booking ahead essential for catering. Partners welcome, overnight accommodation available at very reasonable rates. RSVP no later than 4 August, 5447 0180 or contact@bellbunya.org.au. Further details and directions www.bellbunya.org.au.

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The Eumundi Street Circus performances at the Amphitheatre were so amazing! We are so lucky to have such talented, skilled and entertaining people in our community. Great Scott and his friends put in a huge effort to create two awesome, crowdpleasing school holiday shows that inspired and delighted the audience. The weather was perfect for sitting back and taking in the diverse acts that included juggling, balancing and flying trapeze. It is also great to see the amphitheatre venue put to such good use on a market day. I had so much fun at the circus I can’t wait till next school holidays to see it again. Till then, I’m re-considering my childhood dream of running away with the circus – better keep practising my fire twirling act. Lisa Delanoue Eumundi A great outcome Congratulations to PAGE for their efforts and this outstanding progress. Well done on a great outcome. It has been an honour to contribute alongside the team. Be proud of what you have achieved to date and be encouraged to continue the next phase. Michael Donovan Chair, Noosa Biosphere Sue and Georgia say thank you On behalf of The Christopher Walter Memorial Foundation we would like to thank the people of the Sunshine Coast once again for their support. Special thanks go to: the Eumundi Green for its ongoing support in publicising the event and any updates, EDCA for helping out once again, Serena and Mike King from Sailfish Cove Resort, Mermaid Waters for the major prize, and the Peregian Beach Hotel, The Fig Tree Restaurant and Uncle Bob’s Jug Band for raffle prizes. Also, thank you to Amber Werchon who donated a beautiful hamper full

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of chocolate. A big thank you to all who gave cash donations that really helped to prop up the cause this year, especially as we had to cancel the ball, and to my team of helpers – Karen Allen, Cherrie Orr, Mellisa Davies and BP Eumundi staff. A big thank you goes out to Jan Hunt for introducing us to the Eustace family this year and we are glad to hand over approximately $1900 to them. If anyone would like to make further donations to this family, you can contact me for their trust account details. Hopefully we will be back next year to continue Chris’s legacy. Sue & Georgia Walter Eumundi

Georgia and Sue Walter (second right and right) with Jasmin and Zak Eustace.

Thank you Eumundi We will celebrate the third anniversary of the opening of our shop in Eumundi on 20 July, and what fun it’s been. We’ve had six buying trips to the UK and France in that period, and sales have been strong since we opened. For that we owe an enormous Thank You to the local community, who have been nothing but enthusiastic, encouraging and hugely supportive from the beginning. It was a big step for us to open a shop right as the world launched into the Global Financial Crisis, but we’re glad we took the plunge. We’re obviously happy that our business was successfully established and grown during some pretty tough economic times, but a significant unexpected bonus has been becoming friends with a range of really nice people from Eumundi and surrounds who we otherwise would not have met. At times the shop morphs into a mini coffee club as customersturned-friends drop by to help us style the window, demonstrate their creativity by rearranging the stock, or just chat about local news – it’s always fun when friends come to play. The stock from our latest buying trip has just arrived in Australia (3 tonnes of new things!) so friends

will have plenty to rearrange around the shop for the next little while. Although we’ve been in the antiques trade for over two decades, this is the first shop we’ve opened, and we couldn’t have picked a more friendly or supportive community to do that in. So thank you again Eumundi – we’re very appreciative of the ongoing support for our little shop, and we know we couldn’t have done it without you. Doug and Debra Palmen Continuum, Eumundi Open letter to Eerwah Vale neighbourhood Hi neighbours, I was very happy with the letter that came in from Powerlink. I believe that this was the only victory possible and the best possible outcome that is realistically achievable. Powerlink cannot set an example where they give in to grass-roots protesters. In their corporate world that would open the doors for fights around the nation. In reality the wonderful Eerwah Vale community has worn Powerlink down and they gave up while not losing their face. In

five years Powerlink would need to start the entire process again. And they might just quietly forget about it. In all practical terms we have won and can relax. If the discussion starts again, we will be well prepared. After fighting something a long time the perspective can change a little but I would be happy to buy a property here if there was a mere possibility of power lines in 5 years. In my opinion all that talk about property value actually decreases the value more than the lines would. And talking about Damocles’s swords dangling over our heads creates an artificial sense of dread. I am happy and the people who are currently selling their house would probably like to see celebrations rather than long faces. I celebrate. Five years is a long time and a lot can (and will) happen until then. Thank you PAGE and all the wonderful people who put in their time and heart-blood to achieve this outcome! Bonny Morlak Eerwah Vale

From the Treetops Dee Nikolic

don’t know about you, but if you have been trying to sell a house, I think we can all agree these past couple of years have been a little *@#!. No doubt you’ve tried everything in the book, changed real estate agents as often as you’ve changed underwear, decluttered, demolished, fengshui’d and defeng-shui’d. You’ve possibly even done a rain dance in the nude, burning white sage you bought from Maleny. My sister Rosie has and it’s driving her, me and her dental patients crazy. Finding her yet again kneedeep in feng-shui ridiculousness, I noticed an ugly black dragonshaped Chinese urn on her porch (a gift from her mother-in-law) that did not really suit the décor. We were convinced this was the source of all bad luck. As we stealthily dragged it across the street to a vacant lot we noticed something rattling inside. Lo and behold when we emptied it out fell a gold coin and some sort of

amber stone. HAZAR! Convinced that we had vanquished the demons and released luck into the world, we skipped home and danced the dance of joy. Here’s the twist. The very next day the house down the road was sold at an auction. Rosie’s husband happened to be there, as was most of their street. He overheard the neighbours talking about “a strange urn that had appeared on the street”. Long story short, Rosie now has to go to the police station to pick up the urn. So to celebrate this Chinese year, my sister Rosie is doing an extra special offer on her house – $20,000 worth of free cosmetic dental to whoever decides to pull out the cork and buy it. After having no luck dropping the price of her home, she has decided to entice buyers with the lure of a great smile. Also, if anyone is in the market for a “Ming Dynasty” urn, you know where to find us.

Love or detest something? This is your chance to shout it from the treetops. Send up to 300 words to editor@eumundigreen.com.au Thursday 21 July 2011

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his year the National Excellence in Teaching Awards (NEiTA), supported by the Australian Scholarships Group (ASG), carries the theme “Teachers Count” to acknowledge the important role inspirational teachers play in helping students reach their educational potential. NEiTA chairman Terry O‘Connell said research shows consistently that improving teacher effectiveness is the best method of improving student performance. “Teachers count because they guide and inspire their students in learning, provide support and encouragement to parents and colleagues, and forge community connections and exchange, “Mr O‘Connell said. NEiTA has developed a short list to summarise the qualities of inspirational teachers that includes:  Developing in students a strong and long-lasting love of learning  Inspiring students to achieve to the best of their ability  Encouraging student empowerment and self-belief

(resiliency)  Stimulating students‘ creativity and innovative thinking  Creating innovative teaching environments  Having a positive influence on colleagues and community. NEiTA is Australia‘s only national, independent community-centred teaching awards program that gives secondary students, parents, early childhood and school communities the opportunity to formally thank their hard-working, inspirational teachers, principals and directors. Parents, school councils, committees of management, parent associations, secondary student councils and community organisations are invited to nominate early childhood, primary and secondary teachers, principals and directors. Nominations close on Friday 29 July. Nominate online or download a nomination form from the NEiTA website www.neita.com.au. Alternatively, contact NEiTA on free call 1800 624 487 or email neita@ asg.com.au for forms.

Police Beat Blair Doran, Eumundi Police Station

e are keen to hear from anyone having any information in relation to a recent break-in that occurred at a house under construction in Botanica Circuit, Doonan. The thieves have accessed the near finished house and taken a number of fittings including toilets and tap fittings. It is possible that someone may have witnessed an unusual vehicle in the area or seen someone carrying these items to a vehicle. Also during the past fortnight an offender has taken a vehicle from the Eumundi Square area before a short time later dumping it in Etheridge Street. The vehicle was a white Mitsubishi utility. It is likely that the offender entered the office area and removed the keys to the vehicle prior to taking it, only to leave it a short time later near by. If anyone can assist in relation to

these matters please contact us at Eumundi Police Station. Also during the past few weeks we have had a number of complaints from the school bus drivers who pick up children at the Eumundi State School in relation to vehicles parking in the areas designated for the buses. This not only creates an inconvenience for the bus drivers but also potentially a dangerous situation to students who are required to catch the bus. This also results in traffic congestion problems. Information is that some people are parking in the bus zone and then leaving their vehicle to walk inside to collect children. We will be actively policing this situation during the next month to ensure that this practice ceases and will be fining the drivers of the offending vehicles.

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At Eumundi we provide quality learning experiences within our inviting and engaging environment. Our extensive curriculum is focussed on the mastering of literacy and numeracy outcomes to ensure the fullest educational development of your child and an outstanding preparation for secondary school. A range of school specific curriculum programs are available for your child and include Instrumental Music, Visual and Performing Arts, Choir, LOTE (Italian) and Surf Awareness programs. Student learning is significantly enhanced through the use of Information and Communication Technologies in all classrooms. The school has a well equipped library which incorporates a computer lab, interactive whiteboards and digital technologies. A healthy lifestyle is encouraged through specialist physical education lessons, an active sports program and a healthy choices tuckshop menu. To find out more about your local school please phone and ask to speak with Mick Connors, our school principal.

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Talk to a Grants Officer to: ► develop your project ► create a compelling grant application. For project support, grants information and assistance in completing your online application, phone or email: ► Community Grants – phone 5441 8616 ► RADF – phone 5441 8385 ► email at grants@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Visit council’s website for grant applications and more information. Closing date for applications Thursday 1 September 2011

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Markets Drum Favourites entertain

Market stalls Italian style

Markets favourites Jaburu (top) on the Wednesday terraces and Juzzie Smith at the Original Markets created a mellow mood last week.

ran Maguire took this photo of a market traders’ van in Italy, on which the large stall awning is stored in a container on the roof to be wound out and in as needed, a common practice in the markets in Italian Lakes towns. Louis Formosa recalled seeing the setting up operation in progress and said each trader is allocated a number that correlates to the time they can unload and load and they have to wait in line

until they can move to their spot. “Some of the towns are quite small and so it has to be organised,” he said. “I became aware of it when my hotel room window looked over the waiting area and I heard the arguments between traders who’d taken others’ places in line. The traders go to a different place each day, six days of the week, for the towns’ market days – it’s like a military operation.”

Market Chef is back for Term 3 Watch students from high schools across the Sunshine Coast battle it out in our outdoor kitchen at 10am every Wednesday at The Original Eumundi Markets. Our young market chefs will compete with new recipes each week, all of which feature fresh produce and ingredients from local growers and suppliers available at Eumundi Markets. To see which schools will be competing each week, and for Market Chef recipes (top secret until the comp each week), please visit www.eumundimarkets.com.au.

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Thursday 21 July 2011

Arts Scene Indee Theatre News John Burls

ast chance at big laughs. This is the final weekend of Comedy & Consommé at The Indee. Tomorrow and Saturday nights (22nd and 23rd) are dinner shows (3 courses and 3 comedies just $37) and this Sunday is a 5.00pm non dining session; tickets at the door. If you haven’t seen it yet, get on the phone and book for the dinner shows, 5472 8200. The auditorium is warm and cosy and there’s a licensed bar. Folk who’ve seen Indee shows over the years will be familiar with the work of the late Alan Ball. Alan appeared in comedies, dramas, pantomimes and Up Eumundi Road. A tribute night will be held on Saturday 13 August at the theatre. It will be focused on the lighter side of his 30 years on the stage and will feature remembrances from fellow theatre people and also contain some footage of Alan, from many of his Indee appearances. Everyone is welcome and tickets are $10

each. All door money and profits from the bar and coffee shop will be donated to the Coast’s two Special Schools (Nambour and Currimundi). If you’re too young to remember the days of live radio dramas, variety and comedies, this year’s Lux Radio Theatre will be a fun revelation and well worth discovering. If you do remember those days, then this will be a smorgasbord of nostalgia. As well as our live radio drama The Third Man (actors in evening wear, live sound effects onstage), there’ll be a screening of some of the top radio stars of the golden era – Jack Davey, Bob Dyer, Willie Fennell, Roy Rene, Mo, Ada and Elsie and many more. The third edition of The Lux Radio Theatre will be staged on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 2, 3 and 4 September. Tickets on Friday and Saturday are $20, concessions $18, Sunday $18. Phone 5472 8200.

Comedy & Consommé warms the heart and stomach!

Bill Powell (left), Marlene Hoskin, Betty Agnew, Bill Hoskin and Pip James enjoy the first course of comforting soup at Comedy & Consomme last weekend.

James Ainslie at The Gallery

Gail Evans (left) as Auntie Dora and Courtney Rodgers as Miffy are surprised by a very strange teacake.

For theatre bookings, please phone 5472 8200

Karen and Steve Beardsley opened Studio Bound, an exhibition of the work of James Ainslie, pictured with Clouds of Promise 2, winning painting for the National 2011 Woollam Waltzing Matilda Outback Art Prize, on Saturday 6 July. While “studio bound” during the very wet rainy season, James recalled images from past journeys after he had to cancel planned trips. The exhibition will run until 31 July at The Gallery Eumundi.

Geoff Achison and Doc Span at Joe’s

nternationally acclaimed guitarist and vocalist Geoff Achison (pictured) and New Jersey born harmonica master Doc Span team up for a sensational night of music at Joe’s Waterhole Eumundi on Saturday 23 July. The pair will join together with a rhythm section for an electrifying set of blues standards and funky originals. As an added bonus Geoff will open proceedings with a solo acoustic set showcasing material from his latest Live at Burrinja Café album.

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Arts Scene At a loose end this weekend?

here are still tickets available for the Reality Writes readers and writers weekend at the fabulous Cooroy Library. Friday evening 22 July is the gala festival launch sponsored by the Eumundi Historical Association, where you can hear the amazing story of courage and conviction of Niromi de Soyza, who served as a Tamil Tiger in the

civil war in Sri Lanka. Ticket price of $20 includes a glass of wine on arrival, finger food and author talk. Then on Saturday and Sunday, listen to invited guests talk about their books and ideas, including local conservation legend Jennifer Parkhurst, multi award winning YA author Melina Marchetta and true crime expert, writer and publisher

John Kerr. If you are a budding writer, go to the website and check out the workshops or come along on Saturday evening to our Pitching Clinic (free event) and see local writers pitch their stories to industry professionals. “We are delighted to finally be in our new home at the Cooroy Library.” says director Annette

Hughes. “We are in our fourth year of the festival now and look forward to it becoming a major winter attraction to the hinterland. Tickets for individual sessions are available at the door.” The Reality Writes festival runs 22–24 July at the Cooroy Library. Full program and booking information is at www. realityliteraryfestival.org.

LisaSista thanks Eumundi community

saSista Photography’s recent web site launch party and digital photographic exhibition almost did not happen due to the unforeseen circumstance of their planned venue in Yandina closing down. However, Lisa and Monique Delanoue said thanks to the support of the Eumundi community, a new venue at The Theatre of Life Artistry Incubator at the Imperial Hotel, catering from the Imperial, publicity from the Eumundi Green and technical support from Flicks in the Sticks,

their event was a huge success with great attendance. “We would also like to thank Tina Cooper, for opening our show,” Lisa and Monique said, “and local market fashion business Chantik Rhythm for its sponsorship. Last but not least we would love to thank local musicians The Floating Bridges for their two amazing, high energy shows.” Lisa said Floating Bridges have just embarked on their first headlining state-wide tour that started at Maroochydore last Saturday.

The Floating Bridges playing in “the pit” at The Theatre of Life Artistry Incubator. Image LisaSista Photography.

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School Holiday Fun

xcitement, thrills and good old-fashioned fun came to Eumundi during the holidays with the Eumundi Fringe Street Circus, a collaboration of internationally renowned performers, who played to good crowds in bright sunshine at the Amphitheatre. Cirque Espace produce the circus that is based at Novotel Twin Waters where it shares circus skills with experienced and non-experienced thrill seekers.

Cousins Lucas, Logan, Marshall and Brody from Ballina, NSW, with grandies Alf and Di.

Ava, Arabella and Milly enjoying all the fun of the circus. Image: LisaSista Photography.

Tennille Carrier thrilling the audience in acrobatic silks. Images: Fran Maguire.

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Celebrate Food Citrus delights Sue Campin

his is definitely a time of year for fruit. Let’s not talk about the price of bananas and hope the extra dollars are going to the growers who lost so much in Cyclone Yasi. The recipes below feature a

beautiful spicy marmalade and zesty lime pie. Speaking of limes, have you seen the finger limes at the market recently? See finger lime recipes at www. fingerlimes.com.au.

Spiced up tangelo marmalade Ingredients 1.4kg tangelos 10 cups cold water 2kg white sugar Spices: 1 cinnamon stick, 1 star anise, 3 cloves, whatever else you like Rind of half to one lemon depending on your taste Method Slice tangelos thinly and place in water. Cover the bowl and set the mixture aside overnight. Heat the mixture in a large pot slowly until boiling. Stir for ten minutes.

Lower the heat and add sugar, lemon rind and spices and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Increase heat to medium and gently boil, stirring occasionally. Remove the scum that rises to the surface for 1 hour or until mixture thickens to setting point, when a dab of marmalade on a plate is no longer runny and becomes jellylike. After stirring the marmalade to distribute the fruit throughout the mixture, ladle it into sterilised jars initially turning sealed jars upside down for 2 minutes. Inspiration thanks to Rosina.

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Lime pie Ingredients 150g plain sweet biscuits ½ tsp mixed spice 75g butter 4 egg yolks 395g can sweetened condensed milk 1 tbs finely grated lime rind and a little more for garnish ½ cup lime juice Method Crush the biscuits in a plastic bag to crumb consistency and in a bowl mix in spices and melted butter.

Press the mixture into a baking dish that is about 3cm deep and 20cm diameter. Bake for 10 minutes and put aside to cool. Beat egg yolks until fluffy and gradually beat in condensed milk, the lime rind and lime juice. Pour into pie shell and bake for 12 minutes or until mixture sets. Cool and then refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove from the fridge at least 20 minutes before serving with whipped cream and a final sprinkle of finely grated lime rind. Recipe thanks to the fabulous Debbie.

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Health and Lifestyle Eumundi Medical Centre extends its opening hours

The growing epidemic of child obesity

fter just two months of operation, the Eumundi Family Medical Centre will be extending its opening hours next week, from three to four days. The new hours are in line with the centre’s forecast to increase patients’ access to medical care in Eumundi.

The medical centre staff says thank you to its new patients and previous patients who have re-registered with them. From Monday 25 July opening hours will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am–5pm, closed on Wednesday.

Health Matters Are you aged between 45 and 49 years old?

s your blood pressure a little high? How is your general state of health? What lifestyle changes will enhance your sense of wellbeing? Are you happy or unhappy most of the time? The focus in health these days is very much geared to the prevention of chronic diseases. Chronic diseases include Type II diabetes, heart disease, stroke, asthma, cancer, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. All general practices are funded by Medicare to identify those who are at high risk of developing a chronic disease. The 45-49 year old age group is believed to be the age in which development of a chronic disease can be the most effectively

identified. Therefore, this is a free assessment for you. If you are aged between 45-49 years you are encouraged to come in for a free health assessment. Please phone the Centre on 5442 8882 for an appointment.

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Lucy Cloonan, personal trainer he Victoria Department of Health says the number of overweight children in Australia has doubled in recent times, with statistics showing that a quarter of all children are overweight or obese. The main causes of this epidemic are bad food choices, lack of exercise, too much time spent on sedentary pursuits and unhealthy family eating habits. The impact of this on children is worrying and can create serious short- and long-term health issues including type 2 diabetes, liver problems, respiratory disorders, high blood pressure and heart problems. Overweight children are also more at risk of suffering from bullying, low self-esteem, eating disorders and social problems. Parents often find it difficult to manage the health of their children and this can be due to work pressures, a busy schedule, a lack of understanding about nutritional foods and the reduction of physical education in the school curriculum. However, there are many things that parents can do to educate themselves and their family about good health. The Queensland Health website is a good place to start. The Eumundi Medical Centre is very passionate about healthy eating and will be able

to set you on the right path. You can also look for an Accredited Practising Dietitian by contacting the Dieticians Association of Australia. There are many clubs and classes available to keep children active including dancing, martial arts, surfing and swimming (we are so lucky to have our own Aquatic Centre here in Eumundi). Otherwise, make time to do some exercise together as a family. Parents can also involve their children in choosing, buying, and preparing healthy food. It is fun to have the whole family working together in the kitchen, many hands makes light work and it helps children to understand where our food comes from (many children think food comes out of a packet!). The Australian Heart Foundation says that it is important not to punish, reward, or cheer kids up with food, as it confuses them and sets up an unhealthy relationship with food. We all need to take responsibility and realise who it is who makes the unhealthy food choices in our household. If the kids complain about their new food habits and beg for junk food, don’t give in; they will soon lose the sugar cravings and start to crave real nutritious food!

Eat to give yourself the advantage Marie Sturre, Naturopath

e’ve all heard the old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but each morning, a large number of Australian adults and children are leaving the house without having eaten. Why is this most important meal of the day worth the effort?  Kick-start your brain – eating a healthy breakfast restores the body’s glucose levels, the brain’s only energy source. People who eat a balanced breakfast are more likely to have better concentration and memory performance, and to be more efficient at work than those who skip breakfast.  Get your body pumping – research shows that breakfast speeds up our metabolism, which helps us to burn food faster.  Boost your nutrient intake – studies consistently show that breakfast eaters have a better overall diet with generally a lower fat intake, more fibre in their diet

and significantly higher intakes of almost all the vitamins and minerals.  Help manage your weight – people who eat breakfast are more likely to be able to maintain a healthy weight.  Boost your mood – breakfast eaters tend to have a more positive mood, are calmer and less stressed. Breakfast is undeniably a vital part of your day’s nutritional intake. If you need to, get up a little earlier and have breakfast first – that way it doesn’t get left out and you don’t feel rushed.

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In the Spotlight Empowering communities Caroline Arnett

igh school sweethearts Pru and Murray McMillan are a couple dedicated to enhancing the lives of people in overseas communities. They are the dynamic duo behind Community Projects Worldwide, a Fair Trade business importing quality handcrafted products into their retail outlets in Eumundi and Port Macquarie. Together they’ve enjoyed an impressive list of travel destinations and accomplishments within their 21 years of marriage. “We’ve travelled and worked all over the world,” says Murray, “operating safari lodges in Africa, wilderness lodges in PNG, rainforest lodges in far northern Queensland, and a 15,000 acre farm stay in NSW.” Having worked closely with the local indigenous communities on their trips back to Africa, it occurred to them that they should start a retail shop, which was eventually sold when the wholesaling expanded. “One of our frustrations as wholesalers back then, was that retailers wouldn’t present our products holistically,” Pru

Pru and Murray McMillan with children Mali, 5, and Matthew, 1.

says. “We wanted to tell people about the products, the groups that made them and who was benefitting, so people could relate to them on a personal level.” One day, whilst visiting Eumundi, they stumbled across the newly built Eumundi Square, where they discovered a highly desirable week-to-week retail lease situation. This outlet

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became the “business incubator” and has allowed Pru and Murray to trial the idea with little-to-no risk. “It’s proven to be very popular. We get such wonderful feedback on a daily basis from people; they enjoy shopping here because it makes them feel good,” Pru says proudly. Year after year they have

become better known and well regarded in the Fair Trade and many handicraft sections in Africa. “It’s gone from a subsistence thing for them to a business. We feel good when we go back; we’re treated like royalty,” says Murray. “We’ve been called ‘a gift from God’,” adds Pru. “Everywhere you can see the benefit that the work does. It just gives them hope and control. If a woman is able to make enough money through her handicraft to benefit her family, she feels empowered.” The catch phrase most used within this business, “Empowerment through Employment”, is a great fit. Managing the business whilst raising their two young children, Mali, 5, and Matthew, 1, seems part of the grand plan; Mali is quite the merchandiser already and loves to set things up. Murray adds finally, “[This business] is where our heart is… it has a life of its own. This is now an entity that’s bigger than us – we’re just trying to steer it.” You can find out more at www. communityprojectsworldwide. com.au.

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AIS selection for Ajuma EDCA vice-president Cherrie Orr presenting a cheque for $1000 to Eumundi youth rugby league player Ajuma Adams to support his appearance at the U18 Schoolboys National Championships in Sydney last month. Ajuma has been selected for the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) U18 squad to tour Europe later this year.

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Thursday 21 July 2011

Bits and Pieces

Did you know?

he Southern Ocean only officially became an ocean in 2000 when it was approved by the International Hydrographic Organisation. It is the second smallest of the world’s oceans by size, at 20,327,000 sq km. The Arctic is smaller at 14,056,000 sq km. There are three other oceans – the largest being the Pacific, which at 155,557,000 sq km is more than twice the size of the next largest, the Atlantic, which is just a little larger than the Indian Ocean. Oceans and seas cover 71 per cent of the earth’s surface. Seas are defined as a body of salt water that is partially or fully enclosed by land. The largest sea in the world is the Coral Sea, which laps Queensland. Other Australian seas are the Arafura, Timor and Tasman.

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Green Tip “It ain’t easy being green!” Janet Millington

n our world today that is oh so very true. Just when we get the motivation and make changes we think will make a difference, someone comes up with a way of belittling or debunking our efforts. We need to stand fast against the nay-sayers who try to coerce us back into the dominant paradigm with messages such as … It won’t make a difference; it is all too late; we might as well enjoy it while we can; I won’t do anything until the Chinese reduce their population; the volcanoes are responsible for more C02 emissions than humans … and it goes on. The fact is that we can make a difference. We can reduce our carbon emissions and, more importantly, repair the ecosystems that took up all the CO2 the ancient volcanoes spewed Thursday 21 July 2011

for millions of years. The trick is to visualise the future we do want and work to that one step at a time, one green thought and action at a time and make a difference locally where we have the biggest impact. You never know; we might actually find each other and build resilient communities while we plant trees, grow veggies, plan alternative energy sources, share resources and support each other to better physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.

WELCOME… The ECCO board warmly welcomed new director, Maree Thomson, to her first meeting on 10 July. Each ECCO director carries a portfolio responsibility and Maree has eagerly grasped the opportunity to use her career skills and training in assuming responsibility for the marketing portfolio. As one of the two directors proposed by the Eumundi Chamber of Commerce, Maree is ideally placed to deliver the leadership necessary to marketing Eumundi as a seven day a week destination. As an adjunct to the marketing portfolio, Maree is also pleased to assume the mantle of chair of the Experience Eumundi Marketing and Development Committee. Maree has had extensive experience in building high performing teams and prides herself on being an effective and results oriented integrated marketing and communications consultant. Her background is strong in strategic business planning, operational marketing and communication solutions all focussed on achieving business objectives. Her successes have been built on communicating to stakeholders with one voice, an approach supported by an evidence-based philosophy utilising research to understand where you are, analysis to determine the areas for improvement and implementing change to meet set objectives. But the process of improvement does not stop there for Maree who strives continually to test this approach for success and refine and tailor the program until she is satisfied herself that her goals have been delivered. A further challenge is to deliver value for money for Eumundi. Maree’s past achievements testify to “delivering on time, on budget, to the customer’s satisfaction”, an epitaph for only the most successful. The ECCO board considers itself most fortunate to have available within the community someone of Maree’s calibre to add her value to these roles. That she is willing to provide them to her community is one of the many things which is great about Eumundi and for which we are all not only regularly surprised but always greatly appreciative.

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Environment and Outdoors Waging war on Hymenachne

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andholders across northern and eastern Australia are urged to be on the lookout for the exotic pest weed Hymenachne, which flowers at this time of year. A Weed of National Significance (WoNS), Hymenachne (Hymenachne amplexicaulis) is an invasive, semiaquatic grass that poses severe environmental, economic and cultural threats to wetlands and water courses. Biosecurity Queensland national Hymenachne coordinator Craig Magnussen said awareness and prevention were the best forms of weed control. “Hymenachne poses a significant potential threat across northern Australia and Queensland and central New South Wales,” he said. “It is important for people living across northern and eastern Australia to be able to identify Hymenachne and be aware that it may turn up in their area.” Hymenachne is a green grass with long leaf blades which can grow in water up to 2 metres deep. It prefers swampy situations such as riverbanks and seasonally flooded areas. Leaf blades are 20–35 cm long and 2–3 cm wide.

The base of the leaf blade clasps around the stem – this is a key identifying feature of Hymenachne. Flower heads are spike-like and cylindrical, about 8 mm wide and up to 40 cm long. To report a suspected Hymenachne infestation or for more information about applying for funding for weed control under Caring For Our Country contact Craig Magnussen on 4661 6612 or craig.magnussen@deedi.qld.gov. au. More information is available at www.weeds.org.au or www. biosecurity.qld.gov.au.

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unshine Coast Council has voted unanimously to approve the development of a solar farm in Valdora that will have the capacity to power approximately 2500 new homes. Council says it is leading the way in investment into renewable energy and this is a major step towards its target of becoming Queensland’s low carbon capital – a carbon neutral council by 2020. In the Energy Transition Plan 2010-2020, Council outlines a path to transition the region to alternative energy sources. The approved solar farm has the potential to establish 10 megawatts of solar power production, contributing to the council’s overall target of 40 megawatts renewable energy production by 2015. The site for the solar farm is on land previously used for broad-acre sugarcane farming that supplied the Moreton Sugar Mill in Nambour prior to its closure. Energy Parks Australia (EPA) has outlined the transformation of the 50-hectare Valdora site into a state-of-the-art 20ha solar park containing approximately

30,000 solar panels, with 30ha of rehabilitated open space. EPA director Jason Hague believes the project will not only generate local employment opportunities and significant economic benefits for the Coast, but will elevate the region as a leader in the development of green power solutions. “If we want to change the way we operate on the Sunshine Coast and live up to the vision of being Australia’s most sustainable region, we need to embrace the technology and innovation available and do so on a scale that has real impact,” he said. “There’s pressure on every level to deploy green energy options which can cater for the ever-increasing energy needs of 21st century communities in Australia politically, socially and environmentally. This solution can be rolled out across the Coast and beyond and deliver real solutions to high demand locations.” A slideshow that was shown to local residents can be viewed on the EPA website www.energyparks. com.au. Thursday 21 July 2011

Nature Notes Corymbia ptychocarpa Helen Hepburn

very beautiful tree grows close to our nature strip and many people comment on its beauty when it’s flowering. It is Corymbia ptychocarpa and is a species of eucalypt that is also called Swamp Bloodwood. I won this and its sister tree in a raffle about 14 years ago. The two little trees were tube stock and from such a modest start, two lovely trees have grown. Ptychocarpas originate in the Kimberley. They are raised from seed and it’s a lucky dip as to the colours you are likely to get. Pink is the most common, but red (and occasionally white or cream) is also to be expected. They grow to around 8 metres, so should suit larger gardens, acreage and parks. The wonderful thing about these trees is that they provide a rich source of nectar at times when food is scarce such as winter. Birds, possums, gliders, bees, butterflies and flying foxes visit the trees when in flower. Our trees seem to have almost reached their maximum height and now appear to be bulking up. Another Corymbia from Western Australia is Ficifolia. We often see this species growing in Sydney

where the climate is more to its liking. Some years ago these two trees were paired up and a whole range of beauties were introduced to the garden trade. Now, mostly sold as grafted trees, they are the Summer Pink, Summer Red etc. range and are widely available for sale. These trees need a well-drained position in full sun. In recent years however, a problem has arrived. It is in the form of a tiny fruit fly which penetrates the bud and leads to the flower not opening (balling). This mostly happens during wet summers. As with most Western Australian trees, there can be problems with phytophthora, which is a type of root rot. This winter our tree has been perfect and flowered to perfection over many weeks.

Third year for Festival of Walks

he third annual Sunshine Coast Walks Festival will take place19–28 August. There will be guided walks in Montville, Maleny, Mapleton, Flaxton, Conondale, Kenilworth and the Glasshouse Mountain area. As well as the walks the festival boasts a range of competitions and community and cultural events that celebrate the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, promote a healthy lifestyle and showcase local attractions. “The festival includes photographic competitions, exhibitions and, for restaurant enthusiasts, the ‘Taste of Montville’ escapade,” Festival of the Walks co-ordinator Richard Hill said. The walks, with experienced

and knowledgeable local guides and bushwalkers, include the dog-friendly walk, garden walks, nature walks, artists’ walks, the Hinterland Great Walk and the inaugural speed- dating walk. The festival kicks off at 5.30pm on Friday 19 August at Flaxton Gardens when Mr Hill will announce the winner of the People on Walks photographic competition. One of the festival’s most popular guided walks is Kondalilla Falls to Lake Baroon. This walk includes spectacular views of the Gorge, Lake Baroon and Obi Obi Creek while trekking amongst giant strangler figs and lush rainforest, and ends with a refreshing swim in the Kondalilla Falls natural rockpool.

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Lessons for Life What is your story? Fran Maguire

e all have fascinating stories but often don’t get to tell them. Family stories; shared memories; local history; important events. So says The Story Project, a hinterland-based independent not-for-profit arts and cultural organisation that celebrates the stories that shape our lives by recording 40-minute conversations. When Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitor Centre manger Wendy Birrell invited The Story Project director Helen Wilkinson to speak at the Queensland Small Museums Conference in Eumundi, Helen, encouraged by Wendy’s enthusiasm for the project, chose the town as one of three locations for the pilot. The Story Project format brings together two people to record an oral portrait of life. Helen, with fellow director Hamish Sewell, recorded Eumundi locals’ stories at Sunny Brae during June. Joan McVilly, a member of the Bellbunya Sustainable Community, talked with Chris Gibbings about the origins of the community of which Chris is a founder. Joan said she got involved through her interest in oral history. “I gained an understanding of

the community and I felt I made a real contribution by recording something that’s important. “It reinforced my belief in the power of conversation. The Story Project is fantastic and I’d like to see it continue – it’s about life.” Wendy said contemporary stories are important, such as the conversation recorded by Ross Clarke and Damien Jones. Damien said that somewhat ironically, the digital age has allowed the “revival” of traditional methods of remembering history, such as the spoken word. “Wendy suggested that I and my friend Ross Clarke tell the story of his passionate involvement with development of what was the Eumundi State Forest (near the Wreckers) and which is now the Eumundi Conservation Park,” Damien said. “My biggest concern was how on Earth we’d fill the 40 minutes covering such a short interval of recent history. “I needn’t have worried because in the end I was scrambling to bring the interview to a logical close! We both feel privileged to have made our small contribution and there was a definite sense of

Photo club in silhouette

fulfilment when it was over.” Wendy interviewed Christine Fogg, whose family ran the Eumundi newsagency from 1959 to 1964, and said her story gave a snapshot of life in the town in the 60s, an era we tend to forget as part of our local history. The Story Project recordings, with participants’ consent, will be offered to the oral history archives of the State Library and Discover Eumundi will be given stories related to the town. Wendy said in the future the recordings hopefully will become

more accessible online as they can be tagged for research. “As we move through the digital age, visual and oral, in the future we could use the recordings to help in the interpretation of our collections at Discover Eumundi,” she said. Information about The Story Project can be found at www. thestoryproject.org.au. If you want to become involved, Discover Eumundi will be hosting conversations during Seniors Week in August – call Wendy on 5442 8762 for details.

Wendy Birrell (left) and Christine Fogg who had a conversation about Eumundi life in the 60s.

Memories at the Majestic Celebrate Seniors Week with Discover Eumundi on Tuesday 23 August by taking a trip down memory lane to the Majestic Theatre in Pomona to see a silent movie and have morning tea. Cost for the outing including transport on Eumundi’s community bus has been subsidised by ECCO and Discover Eumundi and will be only $10 per person. Bookings are essential and you will need to book early to get on the bus or you can make your own way there – perhaps car pool with friends. Phone Wendy for more information and to book by Tuesday 16 August on 5442 8762 or email manager@discovereumundi.com.au.

he July theme of silhouettes was eagerly taken up by Eumundi Photo Club members who brought along a wide range of photos. They chose this one of North Arm trees in silhouette against a winter sunrise taken by Fran Maguire using settings of

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F7.1 1/400 ISO 250. This month members are looking for subjects to illustrate the theme of “Age”. Eumundi Photo Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 7pm at the Imperial bistro. The next meeting will be on 2 August, new members of all levels welcome.

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Sport News

Locals Home and Abroad

Eumundi Tennis Hot Shots Zak Davidson

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her Boyd headed to China recently to see her niece who is teaching English at Yinchuan in the northern province of Ningxia. She was surprised to find the area full of rich history about mankind’s past. The first lawmaking “civilisations” developed in the area and spread east and west to create the new structures of China and Europe. One later group, the Xia, buried their most important society’s

umundi Tennis Club hosted its very first Hot Shots tournament on Sunday 3 July. The tournament used orange modified low compression balls that make things fun and easy so kids can rally and score with ease. All of the kids played six matches in a round robin draw and each match was two tiebreak sets, first to seven points. Tournaments play a vital role in developing junior tennis players and the earlier they can start to play matches the better.

All of the juniors played really well and displayed great sportsmanship. William Gooch came first beating Jake Tuner by a single point. The tournament is for all juniors aged eight and under and the next fixture will be played between Cooroy and Eumundi tennis clubs at Cooroy on Sunday 24 July. Pictured left to right are Hot Shots Vincent Truluck, William Gooch, Ella Honeysett, Troy McDonald, Jake Turner, Finn Keating, Sebastian Astlinger.

Fun for all at Pomona King of the Mountain

he 32nd Pomona King of the Mountain Festival kicks off at 7am on Sunday with the comic outrageous bush poet Shirley Friend and her ratbag mates in the IGA Bush Poets Breakfast. Fun runners can get dressed up for the Cooroy Rag 3km run at 8.30am or sit back and watch as over 400 school kids compete in the Nestle School Relay starting at 10am. Thursday 21 July 2011

citizens on plains just below the Helan Mountains. Remnants of royal burial chambers still exist, despite being made only of mud brick. Within a circumference of 50 square kilometres there are nine tombs of kings and well over two hundred tombs of ministers scattered around. Cher took the Green to give to her niece’s Chinese friend who wanted to know where she had come from.

A new challenge will be set in this year’s new and exciting race, the 2.8km Zinc 96.1 Mountain Dash starting at 1pm. You can join in this Family Festival on Sunday 24 July at Stan Topper Park and be among the first to watch all the action live from the big screen. This is a free community event run by the Pomona Cooroy Lions Club Inc.

Computer Coop Nathan Woodcock

‘ve been a fan of disk imaging software (a type of backup software) for some time. Disk imaging software takes a complete snapshot of your computer so in the event of a hard drive failure you can recover quickly to exactly where you were at the last backup - programs, settings and all. In recent years the software has come on in leaps and bounds, supporting quick incremental backups, and more recently being able to restore your image to totally different hardware and having the software figure out what extra drivers you may need to install. My favourite is Acronis True Image, it’s cheap and powerful. One of its other very useful features is the ability to easily increase the size of your hard drive without having to reinstall

your whole system onto a new drive. You can either clone your existing drive onto a new drive directly (by plugging them both into your PC) or you can create an image of your current system onto a USB hard drive, replace your computer hard drive, then restore the image from your USB drive to the new drive. The software will automatically increase the size of your partitions (ie C: drive, E: drive etc) so for example if you had a 80GB hard drive with a C: partition with 40GB and an E: partition with 40GB and used Acronis to replace it with a 1000GB drive, Acronis would automatically make C: and E: drive 500GB each. Very handy, and pretty simple. If you have a problem or a question phone or drop an email.

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Locals Home and Abroad Floral displays brighten a grey day at Hampton Court Joyce Turnbull

he sky was grey and the ground was sodden the day we visited the Royal Horticultural Society’s 2011 Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, but this did not deter many thousands of visitors to its 20th anniversary; nor did the conditions spoil the wonder of the largest annual flower show in the world for us as first time visitors to the show and from another clime. The show site covers many acres in the parkland of the palace dominated by the water course with its fountains that run to the River Thames where Henry VIII once boarded the Royal Barge.

We visited the eucalyptus exhibition in the heritage display, the Alice in Wonderland themed garden, a row of concept gardens where clever designers presented gardens that stretched the boundaries beyond the norm, plus tent after tent of floral displays. We avoided the many stands selling plants and all things gardening mindful of our booking with QANTAS in a little while but it seemed that almost everybody else purchased at least one plant and one tool or ornament to take home on the ferry or train.

This display of Iliums and Heliconas won a gold award.

This magnificent interpretation of the Mad Hatter’s hat formed part of the Alice in Wonderland themed display.

Fold up plastic carts for the garden were the take home product of the day. Pink ones included a donation to a breast cancer charity.

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