Issue 136 – Thursday 22 December 2011
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Eumundi Summer Nights program a winner
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ll the ingredients of Christmas magic were present at the first of the five Nights program with the arrival of the Eumundi Rural Fire Brigade truck with a very special local Santa and a greeting for Santa from a UK baby and his mother. The magical atmosphere was supported by shops open in Memorial Dr and by Christmas lights and kind weather. Original Eumundi Markets general manager Peter Homan said he was well pleased with the first of the five Friday nights. “Craft and food shopping was strong as was kids’ craft workshops. “It was wonderful to see families relaxing and taking in the free outdoor movie too,” he said. More photos on page 10.
Community fighting for its fuel
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unshine Coast Council served licencee owner of Eumundi Service Station Bob Loudon with a directive to stop supplying fuel on Friday 9 December. Council issued directives to five Sunshine Coast sites following independent advice in the context of new state laws regarding legislative changes to the Dangerous Goods Safety Act of 2001. Council has acted to close the servo based on the findings of a independent risk assessment. This
asserts that there is “…significant risk to public safety, workplace safety and environmental safety in its current operation…” As part of the operation is on Council land, Council would be partly liable for any damages arising. In the days following the closure, local residents, business owners and visitors arriving for fuel service at the service station affectionately known as BP Bob’s were told that the closest service stations were located at Doonan, Cooroy and
Yandina. Many locals have expressed great concern that an important community service was cut with no notice. In addition, many are upset as Bob is a highly respected, popular community leader of many years standing and this further blow has hit at a time when Eumundi is facing economic hardship due to the effect of the ongoing global financial downturn on the spending capacity of visitors and residents. continued on page 3
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My Street – Piccabeen St Doonan John and Glenda Robinson
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he publisher, managing editor and team, together with the dozens of volunteers, thank you most sincerely for your support for the Green during a challenging year. We wish readers and their families a happy and safe festive season. We trust you enjoy the enclosed 2012 community diary and advertiser directory – please support these advertisers whose advertising dollars ensure there is a Eumundi Green.
y wife Glenda and I have lived very happily in Piccabeen St Doonan since April 2002. Piccabeen St is in the Laguna Palms estate developed in the 1990s, where all the streets are named after palm trees. Piccabeen is the Aboriginal name for the Bangalow or Alexandra Palm. Other street names include Livistona, Solitaire and Senegal. There are 16 homes in the street and most of the homes are on one acre plus blocks. The residents are all quite keen about their front gardens, mainly planted with natives and some with the original bush still on them. Few residents have free roaming pets
so we still have wildlife around, including a long time resident wallaby with a distinctive white tip on the end of his tail. There are plenty of native birds around. Our favourite is the king parrot who always comes around when the Pigeon Pea trees fruit. The residents are a mix of all ages and include retirees and several younger families with young children. We love living here; it is very quiet but still only 15 minutes from Noosa or Eumundi. We always look forward to reading Eumundi Green – it is unashamedly parochial, but why not when it is all about such a unique and lovely place? Festive wishes to all.
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umundi Green will feature the popular My Street feature on page 3 in 2012. Would you like to write about your street or road? Just 150 words are required and a photo. Here are some of the streets we’re hoping to cover next year. If you would like to have a go, please send an email to joyce@eumundigreen. com.au before Auld Lang Syne so a schedule for the new year can be set: Arundell St, Babbling Brook Pl, Butler St, Coleus Rd, Dean Rd, Deidre Dr, Duke Rd, Etheridge St, EumundiKenilworth Rd, Finley Rd, Fleetwood Rd, Fullager St, Grasstree Rd, Larney’s Lane, Lone Hand Rd, Pryor Rd, Solar Rd, Seib Rd, Sudholz Rd, Viv Hull Ave, Ward St and William Rd.
Community fighting for its fuel continued from page 1
Bob will be contesting Council’s directive and it is understood his legal representatives are this week lodging an application for a review of the Council directive. Meanwhile residents, business owners and community organisations have banded together behind Bob and this important community service to explore engaging risk management advisors of their own with a view to re-opening the fuel pumps without compromising safety. A community questionnaire has been circulated by a group known as Save our Servo supporters
regarding the impact of no fuel. During the week group members are likely to be highly visible with protest t-shirts. Following protests last week against similar closures in the communities of Conondale and Peachester, Council softened its line and has undertaken risk management with fuel operators in those towns. As Eumundi Green went to print, Council was maintaining its position on Eumundi until it can be proven that fuel can be pumped safely. Local comment on page 5.
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Business News Pharmacy Christmas cheer
Sam Nayda with help from a sash and reindeer horns dispensing Christmas cheer with pharmacy products this week at Eumundi Village Pharmacy. Thanks Amy Clarke for photo.
Is this our vet couple?
The principals of Eumundi Range Rd Veterinary Practice David and Alison Clift at The Fig Tree Restaurant dressed “in style” to celebrate Alison’s decade birthday. Thanks Alain Bouvier for photo.
Bridge replacement Lone Hand Rd Eumundi
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ork will soon commence to remove the existing timber bridge on Lone Hand Rd and replace it with a similar concrete structure. This will include associated road and approach work. The existing bridge has reached the end of its serviceable life and is no longer able to be maintained to carry unrestricted loads. The new bridge will be concrete, have a similar configuration and be slightly higher to improve flood immunity. In order to construct the new bridge and culverts, Sunshine Coast Council will close Lone Hand Rd at the
bridge site for the duration of works. During construction, Council will endeavour to avoid the disturbance of large and established trees. However, should any require removal, Council will do so in accordance with the approvals obtained from the Department of Environment and Resource Management. The project is programmed to start in the week commencing 9 January 2012 and completion is anticipated within twelve weeks (weather permitting).
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Love comes to town
Licenced real estate agent Jonathan Bouzanquet (centre) and his wife Amanda have commenced trading as Love Property Group at EumundiNoosa Rd Doonan adjacent to Andrew Morris Legal Practice. Their new service includes offering buyers’ advocacy and property styling along with traditional sales and rental property management.
Business Clinic Do you have any advice on protecting small and medium businesses from becoming victim to a scam? If an offer looks too good to be true, it probably is. Be alert to phone, email or mail approaches, especially when they are convincing or use high-pressure tactics. Never send money, or give credit card or online account details, to anyone you do not know and trust. Keep your tax invoices and receipts, and check your bank account and credit card statements. If you see a transaction you cannot explain, report it to your bank. Make time to check your invoices thoroughly and make payments on a regular basis, rather than rush a payment through. Create and follow clear policies about who is authorised to pay bills, order goods and services, and check and authorise payments. Keep your bank cards safe. Limit employees who have access to business accounts. Do not sign anything until you have read and understand all the terms and conditions. For major purchases, take the contract with you overnight and consider asking your lawyer to check it. Always get independent advice if an offer involves a significant amount of money or time. If you believe you have been scammed or spotted a scam, you can report it to the Office of Fair Trading, www.fairtrading.qld.gov.au. For more information on protecting your business from scams, visit the ACCC´s Scamwatch website www.scamwatch.gov.au. Views expressed in the Business Clinic are general in nature and not to be relied on as legal, financial or professional advice.
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Save our Servo Campaign
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unshine Coast Council’s action with short notice to shut down the petrol bowsers service at Eumundi has aroused strong views in the community including these:
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Dan Parvin: “I was most distraught to learn that the servo can no longer sell me my fuel requirements – it’s unbelievable. The Servo is the most important main street outlet in Eumundi for residents. Most locals have a long-term relationship with the Servo.” Cherrie Orr: “This is devastating for a business that plays a central role in maintaining community spirit and service. I still have trouble believing that the bowsers are shut down. We need people power quick time.”
Richard McLean (and Alexandra): “This is totally inconvenient to me as a business person and a family man – this is our servo and the town has had one I believe for decades without incident. I think we locals need to rally support to get a servo back.” Fiona Williams: “This is highly inconvenient to me as a local small business person. When the pressure is on my business, I don’t leave the town and I’m certainly anxious about the effect on me and my business.” Chris Cameron: “A valuable service has been taken from our town. It’s now up to Council to work with Bob and the local community to find a solution to rectify this as a matter of urgency.”
Mark Bradley: “It’s a great pity as it’s an incredibly handy service. Surely something practical can be done quickly to satisfy Council’s concerns, particularly on market days. Maybe don’t trade til after 2pm those days.” Barrie Adams: “We need to stand tall with Bob and his staff to try to get this directive reviewed – for their sake and to stop the haemorrhage to our local economy. Fuel is an essential just like milk and bread and papers.” Peter Cooper: “Just another example of over governing by this Council who just seem to squash businesses on the coast. Surely a compromise is needed for example, no petrol trading on market days. The community needs to put their power to Council. “ Thursday 22 December 2011
Katie Harvison: “It’s a tragic turn of events as the servo is the backbone of the town. I’m very concerned about the massive economic and social impact. It seems the turning off of fuel has been directed without an appreciation of the backbone factor.”
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reak-up and Christmas parties have remained popular despite the tougher economic times: Teacher Aid staff from Eumundi State School ready for a final cuppa for 2011 at Food@Eumundi. Aquarobics friends celebrating a Christmas breakfast at Chuckles following a class at Eumundi Aquatic Centre. Staff and families from Eumundi Service Station taking time out to enjoy a Christmas meal together at The Fig Tree. Meals on Wheels volunteers from Eumundi and a number of other centres at the Pomona facility enjoying Christmas cheer. Joan Goeldner (left) and Alice Whitby at Care and Share’s Christmas luncheon at Joe’s Waterhole bistro. Possum Express by Cooroy State School was the winner of best float award at the Christmas in Cooroy event.
From the Treetops
I News in brief Come to a Christmas Service at 9am in St Andrews Presbyterian Church Memorial Drive Eumundi, and the regular service every other Sunday at 11am. All welcome. Enquiries phone Bob on 5447 6140. New Year’s Eve at Belli Hall old-time dancing commences at 7.30pm with popular local band,
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Sunshine Swing. Grand finale concludes the evening at 12 midnight. $12 per adult and $5 per child includes a country-style supper with all the trimmings. Belli Hall is an alcohol free venue located at 1170 Kenilworth Road, Belli Park, just past the Belli Picnic Shop. For more information call Margaret on 5447 0175 or visit www.bellihall.com.
f conversation wanes on Christmas Day, awaken the brain cells to inform the betting for the last possible date for any next Queensland state election: The Constitution Amendment Act 1890 specifies a three (3) year parliamentary term “from the date appointed for the return of the writ(s)”. Hence: Monday 20 April 2009 + 3 years = Friday 20 April 2012. The Electoral Act 1992 (s 78(2)) specifies the Governor must issue the writ for a general election “not later than four (4)
days after the day on which the Legislative Assembly is dissolved or expires by the passage of time”. Hence: Friday 20 April 2012 + four (4) days = Tuesday 24 April 201. Hence: Last day for the issue of the writ = Tuesday 24 April 2012 Finally the Electoral Act 1992 (s 80(1) (d)) specifies “polling day must be a Saturday, not more than 56 days after the issue of the writ”. Hence: Tuesday 24 April + 56 (inclusive) days = Monday 18 June 2012. The Saturday prior to Monday 18 June 2012 = Saturday 16 June 2012.
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 22 December 2011
Community News Extension of Noosa Biosphere supported
Local donations support charities in Kenya
Noosa Biosphere Ltd president Dr Sue Davis and scientific adviser Noosa Biosphere secretariat Ben McMullen addressing a Eumundi public meeting at the Eumundi CWA hall last week.
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he meeting was called to gauge community interest in starting the process to seek UNESCO approval to extend the Noosa Biosphere to include Doonan, Eumundi and Verrierdale. A second meeting was held at Doonan’s Steiner school. Both sessions included presentations on the concept, objectives and benefits of joining the world community of biospheres. The purpose of the meetings was to gain a sense of the level of interest in actively participating in the process and about options for
timelines and resourcing. The objective of the meetings was to ascertain and to determine the capacity of community groups to become involved in the work involved to put in the necessary submission to UNESCO. Discussion revolved around the additional areas that might be proposed and any disadvantages inherent in the EDV area being incorporated into the Biosphere. There were indications of majority support for moving to at least the next step in the extension approval process early next year.
This 30m diameter building in Kenya has been constructed with a four tier foundation of rubber tyres to house homeless children and widows. Sunshine Coast Precious Jewels Foundation charity founder Stephen Hollis has collected donations at Wednesday markets. The director of Exclusive Tyres became very interested in the Foundation’s work during a markets visit. He has since become a generous supporter. Stephen said the charity was grateful also for the support from Louis Formosa, stall holders and visitors. Precious Jewels Foundation works on a very tight budget with administrative funds of less than five per cent of donations.
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Arts Scene Indee Theatre News John Burls
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ur plea a couple of months back in the Green for volunteers to put their hands up to join The Indee Theatre team didn’t draw an avalanche but it did get us a much-needed treasurer. While it’s probably a bad time to ask, heading into the Christmas-New Year break, we’re nonetheless putting out another invitation. We need more folk for 2012 to seat, meet and greet with our front of house team. Volunteers don’t have to do every show and certainly not every performance of a show, just help when it fits into their calendar. You join a very happy group and of course get to see the shows free, when on duty. We’re sure there must be some handy chaps/ladies who read the Green and who could give just a little time making props or scenery (we’ve got a workshop), or paint sets, or help in wardrobe, or in the weekend coffee- shop, or
bar, during shows. Whatever your skills, it’s pretty certain they can be put to good use. If you don’t have any particular skills, there are still areas where you could be involved. Why not give us a call on 5472 8200? Community theatre is great fun and Eumundi’s own theatre (established for 17 years) has a fine reputation for presenting high quality entertainment. You could be part of it. A very special honour has just been bestowed upon The Indee. Phillipa Poole, grand-daughter of Australian novelist Ethel Turner, has given permission for John Burls to do a special adaptation of the children’s classic, Seven Little Australians, as part of the theatre’s centenary specials throughout 2012, marking the 100 years of the School of Arts Hall. It will involve both the adult theatre and the Indee Young Players and will be onstage in October.
For theatre bookings, please phone 5472 8200
View Club art raffle
Your Say Please correct misinformation Let it be known that the: Development Application (DA) for 2 x 88m (i.e. the height of a 22-storey building) radio broadcast towers proposed for canelands in Valdora Road, Valdora is not being built by the ABC. No! Broadcast Australia, a company owned by a Canadian Pension Fund, is the applicant . If the DA were to be approved by the Sunshine Coast Council, then the ABC would be perhaps the first of many users that Broadcast Australia would then co-opt to use and pay for the towers. Who is Broadcast Australia? Check www.broadcastaustralia. com.au. Marilyn & Neville Berry Ninderry
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Division 10 Cr Paul Tatton (left, seated) and Council development officer Belinda Simonsen (right, seated) with Fran Maguire (left), Andrew Bryant and Sam Scanlon discussing the pros and cons about the acquisition and installation of an art piece to complement the balustrade at Food@ Eumundi. The meeting was also an opportunity to introduce Andrew who has commenced a project to co-ordinate the development of a 2012 Eumundi Arts Action Plan.
Up Eumundi Rd as popular as ever
This scene and many others in this year’s Up Eumundi Rd were well received by good crowds over the November/December season.
EUMUNDI square For shopping with flair
This painting by Michaelastro Vider in acrylic is the major prize of the Cooroy View Club art raffle to be dawn on 14 February 2012. For more info contact Grace Taylor on 5471 1364.
Public art for Eumundi
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Markets open 7am–2pm Wednesday and Saturday Open Friday summer night markets 5pm–9pm Wishing everyone safe travels and happy memories of a wonderful Christmas and new year.
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School News
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hotos in the top half are of the Eumundi State School P-Y3 Christmas concert. Whilst an umbrella was a handy thing for those attending, once inside the audience were soon drawn into the spirit of the children’s acting, singing and dancing.
2011 Year 12 local graduates
Noosa High’s Stephanie (left), Sianna, Briony, Monique, Giverny and Billie.
Anthony Sharp Adamson.
Noosa High’s Ben (left), Josh, Bryce, Leighton, Tyler, Luke and Dane.
A happy graduate Lachlan McLean with his parents Caroline and Richard McLean.
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Dux of Noosa District High 2011 and “old girl” from Eumundi State School Lilly Parsons was guest speaker at the Year 7 graduation ceremony at Eumundi State School.
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Markets Drum Bus services are full
From the stalls “Through the eyes of Savage” Fair weather stallholders
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K, I give up. I have gone through my email inbox, and I certainly didn’t receive any notification by post. What am I referring to? I’m trying to find out where it says that a stallholder can just “up and leave” after the market has opened, only because they don’t like the weather. This happened on Wednesday 14 December. These stallholders effectively drove out potential buyers (by parking in front of their stalls when the market was trading). Visitors came from far and wide to shop at the markets even though the weather was bad. I can’t speak for every stallholder but within the area I trade some had a reasonable day and others just broke even. I’m not saying we were “happy little vegemites” that the weather was bad, however
we turned up and chose to stay and make the best of it. We owe it to those who’ve come to shop. They want to experience Eumundi, maybe only once in their lives, and we owe it to them stay open and do the best we can. When I first began at Eumundi some four years ago I was told that I was expected to turn up “rain, hail or shine”. That’s fair. Apparently the market has been closed only once or twice due to real cyclonic conditions. Stallholders are supposed to be resilient – that’s why we are true market traders. Anyway, to those who decamped and did not pay their fees to the EDCA, don’t worry, those of us who stayed did and therefore supported the Association as we should. Usual disclaimers and apologies to be sent to EDCA!
Good numbers of market visitors boarding a recent Sunbus service.
Festive-inspired movies at the markets The Muppet Christmas Carol (G) – screening Fri 23 Dec: A truly superb Christmas treat for old and young alike. This is the re-telling of the classic Dickens novel A Christmas Carol. Michael Caine is cast as miser extraordinaire Ebenezer Scrooge. The ever-fabulous Muppet characters will have you laughing, and the music is stirring – just the thing to put you in the mood for the festive season! Up (PG) – screening Fri 30 Dec: By tying thousands of balloons to his home, 78-year-old Carl Fredricksen sets out to fulfil his lifelong dream to see the wilds of South America. Right after lifting off, however, he learns he isn’t alone on his journey and the real adventure begins.
Eumundi Summer Nights – markets, movies & music
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he first night of Eumundi Summer Nights program of markets, movies, and music last Friday featured: Berkelouw Book Barn brightly lit and trading well. Tina Cooper Gallery proudly displaying from its new location next door to Pearls for Girls. Regular markets performer Juzzie Smith entertained the large crowd. Daley, Brie, Litton and Zoe created and hung biodegradable Christmas decorations under the watchful guidance of Kait Manchip. Stall holder Fiona Williams with a rather large cup cake. Craft workshop operator Maree Tomkins with market manager Peter Homan. Artist Jude Spence face painted Holly with a holly. Great Scott’s juggling performance still a crowd favourite. The outdoor screening of Elf was popular with viewers of all ages.
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In the Spotlight The spotlight on the first night of Eumundi Summer Nights was on Sergeant Al McPhee and on Eumundi’s volunteers.
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he OIC of Eumundi Police Station Al McPhee and his wife Kath were presented with a framed Eumundi memento as a thank you gift by Cherrie Orr on behalf of a grateful community for a job “very well done”. Al is on transfer to Longreach after four years. In his farewell speech Al said he was humbled at the “fuss” over his farewell and paid a tribute to the spirit of Eumundi and said the family would particularly miss the
friendships and the school. Al said whilst it wasn’t always easy to be the sergeant in a little town, he very much enjoyed his Eumundi posting. Marty White from Noosa will be the new sergeant. Constable Blair Doran enjoyed an arm-wrestle with his erstwhile boss to the amusement of the supportive audience. The audience included Karen Allen and Cr Paul Tatton (below right). Karen as secretary of EHA was part of the large gathering of volunteers treated to a modest Christmas meal by their associations to mark their year of voluntary work and to celebrate International Volunteers Day.
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Operating Wednesday Markets for Our Community 2012 Eumundi Australia Day awards
Season's greetings
Best wishes to all for a safe and happy festive season and for happiness in the new year Annual hampers
Please take a few minutes to nominate one or two deserving people you know for one of the four categories of the 2012 awards. Please be sure to join us for a simple, gold coin Aussie breakfast at the Eumundi Aquatic Centre 9.30-10.30am. Swimming not permitted until 10.30am. Pool entry free until 10am. I nominate ______________________________ For the award circled: (a) Community Improvement Award, (b) Young Achiever Award, (c) Contribution to the Arts or Sports Award, (d) Contribution to Sustainability Award Reason for nomination (attach more information as desired): _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ Four winners will be announced at the 2012 Australia Day breakfast celebrations. Nominations must be posted to PO Box 266, EUMUNDI 4562, marked confidential, by 14 January All nominees for awards must have a connection with the postcode 4562 area. Young achievers must be under 25 years at 26 January 2012. Name and phone number of nominator: _____________________________________________________________
Eumundi State School's Jean Maddock organising Christmas hampers we have donated for needy school families who might otherwise miss out at this festive time.
For further information phone Australia Day Working Group rep Doug on 5442 8610.
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Health and Lifestyle How old are you really?
Maria Sturre, naturopath, Make A Difference Health and Fitness
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nlike your chronological age (the number of years you’ve been on the planet), a biological age test determines your body’s actual biological age when compared with standard biological age markers of the general population. Many of us have watched celebrities and contestants on reality television shows such as Biggest Loser and Oprah being assessed and also turning back the clock on their biological age. Your biological age provides an estimate of your life expectancy and also the likelihood of your having a healthy fully functional body in your later years. If you’ve watched any of those shows you’ve surely wondered just how old your body really is. Well there is no need to wonder anymore! The same technology that has been written about in
national magazines like Marie Claire and WellBeing and shown on prime time television shows, is available locally. The VLA (Vitality, Longevity, Healthy Ageing) machine was developed by NASA and measures a range of aspects such as total body water, fat mass, lean mass, weight, cellular health, body composition, fluid distribution, cell membrane performance, skeletal tissue and active tissue mass, and it is through assessment of these types of parameters that your biological age is determined. A VLA consultation takes about 30 minutes, is painless and provides a wealth of information on your health. It is a great starting point if you want to change your health and fitness as it is a great way to identify the areas you need to improve on and those that you are already doing well in.
The Heart Foundation says the Queensland Government’s announcement to introduce new laws to ensure nutrition information is displayed on the menus of fast food and snack food chains will help improve our nutrition and reduce obesity. This legislation will bring Queensland into line with NSW and the ACT who have legislation in place, as well as South Australia who have made similar announcements. In Queensland the law will apply to cafés, fast food and snack food chains that have 20 or more outlets in Queensland or 50 outlets nationally.
Health Matters Important notices Please note we will be closed from Monday 26 December and will reopen on Tuesday 3 January. Please call this week for any repeat script requirements. Welcome to Anne Endres our registered midwife who will be at our Centre to provide antenatal, postnatal and midwifery clinic services each Saturday commencing 7 January. Regular after-hours emergency service in place and from 6pm to 8am on 28, 29 and 30 December - call our number. On public holidays 24 hour coverage applies and on Saturdays from 12 noon. Season’s Greetings and thank you for using our community medical service during 2011.
Quality community care Bookings by appointment 3/2-6 Etheridge St Eumundi P: 5442 8882 • F: 5442 7054 E: eumundimedical@bigpond.com
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to a soothing new experience in dentistry Ph 1300 885 756 Open Monday−Friday With evening appointments available
Shop 5, 77 Memorial Dr Eumundi www.eumundidentalspa.com.au PRECIOUS LIFE MIDWIFERY
Kirtan with Vaiyasaki Kirtaneer Vaiyasaki Das (USA)
is doing his 2nd Australian tour and will be at: Anahata Yoga Temple, 186 Memorial Dr Eumundi at 6pm Wednesday 28 December Please let us know (for catering purposes) if you feel you'll be coming Ph 5442 8360 or 5442 7614
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ANNE ENDRES Registered Midwife Antenatal & postnatal visits • Midwife clinic
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Cooroy Family Support Centre Inc. Do you feel safe, valued and respected?
We provide a free confidential and professional counselling service for families affected by domestic violence – whether it is physical, emotional, financial, or social abuse. Counselling for other issues and referrals also offered.
Ph 5447 7747 • 8 Oak St Cooroy
Free entry – Gold coin donation for light refreshments
Ph 5442 6179 or 0407 597 748 www.madhf.com.au
Belrose Fine 100% cotton ladies sleepwear All sizes, great variety, good prices 7a Eumundi Square • Ph 0407 948 072
Eumundi master jeweller
Custom engagement & wedding rings Antique jewellery sales, repairs & restoration By appointment or online
Ph 0411 275 579 www.davidfrithjewellery.com
Self Managed Superannuation Fund Specialist Accredited Advisor Free consultation Find out what a SMSF is Find out if a SMSF will suit you SMSF tax strategies Ph Steve 0448 857 532 or 5449 9004
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Solicitors Family law, criminal law, drink driving, wills and estates Ph 5449 7993 • M 0400 784 754 www.oceanlegal.com.au
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Bits and Pieces Keep Smiling at Christmas brought to you by Matt Noakes, Eumundi Post Office Ph 5442 8202 Holiday opening hours Eumundi Post Office Sat 24 Dec 9–11am Open Mon & Tues 26 and 27 Dec Closed Wed & Thurs 28 and 29 Dec Open Fri & Sat 30 and 31 Dec Closed Mon 2 Jan Closed Tues 3 Jan Open (Regular opening hours return: Mon to Fri 8.30am – 5pm, and Sat 9–11am) Best wishes for your festive celebrations and please consider my advice on New Year’s Day Resolutions before 31 December: The very strong tradition to make resolutions on 1 January is meant to help give away old bad habits and adopt better ones. Research shows the most popular new year resolutions include weight reduction, quitting smoking, giving up junk food, saving money and being punctual. The same research noticed that many people fail to keep their resolutions a week after New Year’s Day, but somehow the tradition of making a fresh New Year’s Day resolution every year remains. Good luck with your resolutions!
Green Tip Top five tips this festive season
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o reduce food waste in your home, follow the top five Love Food Hate Waste tips this festive season: Plan your celebration meals Planning your meals will help you save time and money and reduce the amount of food that is thrown away. Write a shopping list By writing a shopping list based on your menu plan you will be less likely to be tempted by specials, deals and impulse purchases. A good shopping list will take into account what you already have and will help you stay focused on what you need to buy. Measure your serving sizes It can be tricky to estimate how much to prepare when hosting family and friends but it is important to get the serving size per person right, as over-catering and waste are closely related. Store your food correctly During the festive season the fridge never seems big enough. Try not to overload your fridge – maintaining the recommended temperature of 3-4 degrees Celsius and good air flow is important for food safety and to keep your food longer. Use your leftovers Each year households throw away millions of dollars worth of leftovers. If you have leftovers, make sure that you use them for another meal rather than putting them in the bin or compost. Many dishes taste even better the next day. Make sure that you store your leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge to keep them fresher for longer.
Season’s Greetings On behalf of the ECCO Board I would like to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a prosperous and community spirited new year. ECCO looks forward to serving you in 2012, by delivering quality community services and supporting your community initiatives. Barrie Adams, Chair barriee@optusnet.com.au 0403 199 094 Calling all community groups, charities and sporting teams Need more income to support your organisation’s activities? Are you saving for a big event or team travel? Opportunities are now available for not-for-profit community groups, charities and sporting teams to volunteer for the Eumundi car park on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout 2012. Pull your team together and earn a donation for your association at the rate of $20 an hour per person to support your community activities. Current volunteer groups include the Eumundi Chamber of Commerce, Riding for Disabled and Cooroora Woodworkers. Chamber of Commerce president Barrie Adams said his organisation earned an important supplement to their annual membership subscriptions of $110 pa from their car park volunteering activities enabling the Chamber to expand its service to members. To find out more please contact John Turnbull on 0419 218 347. Vacancies for casual parking attendants Applications for employment are sought from individuals interested in joining an on-call register of persons for emergency car parking duties to assist the co-ordinator. Award rates apply. Please email CV to eccoinbox@gmail.com by 13 January 2012. To find out more please contact John Turnbull on 0419 218 347. Eumundi bus driver not quite himself
ECCO's community bus services work so well mostly because of its committed drivers. One of these community heroes, volunteer John Laarkamp, is not quite himself at the moment. All of us at ECCO and on behalf of a grateful Eumundi and district community wish John a full and speedy recovery and yes, John, there is a space for you on the roster as soon as you are ready.
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Nature Notes and Outdoors Rosellas Kon Hepers
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hile living in the western suburbs of Sydney we were used to seeing the bright scarlet plumage of pairs or small flocks of Rosellas flashing through our yard or feeding on grass seeds in the nearby park. They were very common and apparently they were so prominent in a suburb just up the road – Rose Hill – that the earlier settlers called these birds “Rose Hillers”, which became “rosellas”. Rosellas are one of Australia’s most iconic birds and that scarlet head with white cheeks makes them a favourite in wildlife photography, advertising, post cards and colouring books. They are referred to as eastern rosella, Platycercus eximius and they belong to the closely related group of “White-cheeked” rosellas. When we came to the Sunshine Coast, we were surprised that these birds were missing; but they were replaced by very similar parrots with pale yellow head colouring instead of the scarlet, and call and flight seemed identical. This pale-headed rosella was regarded by some authors as a form of the eastern rosella, but has now been given separate species status as Platycercus adscitus within that “White-cheeked” group.
Eumundi Green around the world Robin Vartin
The eastern rosella’s distribution is South-east Australia from Victoria through NSW to just across the border of Queensland and we have noticed them abundant in the New England area. The southern-most pale-headed rosella we have spotted was in a park in Warwick. The two species are said to hybridise and just once we saw a pale-headed rosella with a patch of scarlet head-feathers like a skullcap visiting our yard. (Of course the hurried photo is out of focus.) A few years in a row we had a pair of rosellas nesting in one of our council-provided nesting boxes, but last year a goanna raided the box and so far this year the birds have made no attempt at nesting but are staying close by, perhaps making sure the goanna isn’t around anymore before committing.
Heather and I were picking up a car from Sydney – flew down and drove back, Thelma and Louise style, and couldn’t help but stop at one of Australia’s greatest icons ... for a banana smoothie and a quick read of one of Australia’s greatest magazines.
Come in to Discover Eumundi to see our display on the history of the building now in its 100th year. Our unique apron exhibition continues until the end of January – the winner of the $50 Berkelouw Books voucher for following the apron trail through town was David Carroll of Camp Hill. Thanks to a Sunshine Coast Council RADF grant we were able to commission local artist Ian Gunn to create eight drawings for the centenary celebrations to represent different aspects of Eumundi’s history. These have been used to create these stylish Eumundi greeting cards available at Discover Eumundi for $3 each or the set of eight for $20.
Eumundi Range Road Veterinary Practice Principal - Dr. David T. Clift VetMB, BSc (Hons), MA
P: 5442 7803 - A/H Emergency: 0408 40 50 75 Mon - Fri: 8am - 5.30pm - Sat: 8am -12.30pm 42 Eumundi Range Road Thursday 22 December 2011
Corner Gridley & Memorial Dr • Ph 5442 8762 Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 10am to 4pm Sat 9am to 3pm • Sun 10am to 2pm
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Environment and Outdoors
Leanne’s Green Thumb
Ross Clarke means business!
Water conservation in the garden
With Christmas holidays upon you, the last thing you want is for all your hard work to be ruined by the heat if you’re heading away for a holiday over the break. Mulching helps to preserve the moisture in the soil, also the use of a wetting agent such as Searle’s Penetrade which is a granulate sprinkled onto the soil and watered in ensuring the medium retains water. Use Penetrade on bare soil, water well and apply mulch. We recommend lucerne mulch because as it breaks down it adds nitrogen to the soil. Ensure that you water well again after mulching. If you’re planting, prior to going away, include the use of water crystals in your planting regime. This should see your plants fare well whilst you’re away enjoying your holiday and your garden will be lovely for you to enjoy upon your return. For your convenience, we have all of the above products available at the Garden Centre. We are closed on 24 December and re-open on 28 December, closed 31 December and re-open on 3 January 2012. We wish all our valued readers and customers a safe and happy festive season and look forward to being of service to you all in 2012. 791 Eumundi-Noosa Rd Doonan
Open 7 days • Ph 5471 1590 doonanvalleygc@bigpond.com
Local weeding advocate, conservationist, camphor laurel combatant, forest trail push-bike rider, Mary River canoeing conqueror and well known Eumundi community heart, Ross Clarke (left) is now embarking on a new venture. Armed with his own new chainsaw and bright blue ALA (Australian Lumberjack Association) safety suit, Ross is now devoting any of his valuable spare time in clearing and cleaning any dead and felled trees within the shire along with his mysterious, East European, non-English speaking companion, Tonii.
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from the Solar Power Specialists team
hile speaking on the Strategic Cropping Land Bill during the final sitting of Parliament for 2011, Member for Nicklin Peter Wellington again pushed for better protection of farming land including protecting the Mary Valley land purchased by the government for the former Traveston Dam. Much of this land, which is still owned by the government, is currently categorised as “management area”. Peter said he believed this and other good agricultural land on the Sunshine Coast needs to be protected.
Buffer zones introduced by Councils years ago have not worked for the farming community, with residential neighbours’ complaints making it impossible for farmers to spray their crops. “I urged the government (and if the government should change, an alternative government) to genuinely look at reviewing this legislation to provide greater protection for farmers. It is vital that our government not just roll over to the developers, who seem to have the ear of the government and the alternative government,” Peter said.
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he national body for local government has welcomed the Australian Government’s introduction of the new Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) methodology, describing it as an opportunity for councils to reduce pollution and make productive use of methane emissions from old landfill waste. President of the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) Genia McCaffery said the Association agreed that the Government’s Methodology for the capture and combustion
of methane in landfill gas from legacy waste under the CFI would provide direct incentives for landfill operators to reduce emissions. “I would urge all councils that are managing landfills around the country to take advantage of opportunities through this program to create carbon credits by capturing and destroying methane emissions from old landfills through flaring and, where possible, for the production of electricity for sale through the grid,” Ms McCaffery said. Thursday 22 December 2011
Youth Congratulations Hannah
WHAT'S IN THE SPOTLIGHT Free holiday buses Avoid traffic congestion during the holiday season—catch a FREE bus! All TransLink Sunbus services, Hinterland Connect, Flexilink, Maleny-Landsborough-Beerwah, and Council Cabs are free from 26 December to 8 January. Visit TransLink or council websites for details, or collect a guide from your local visitor information centre, council office or library. Jo Anna Morrison (left) and Hannah Shaw view the Good Shepherd Lutheran College Honour Board. Hannah is dux of the College for 2011, completing a clean sweep of achieving dux from Year 8 to Year 12 at Good Shepherd. Hannah hopes to study medicine at the University of Queensland.
Well done Andrew and Evan
New Years Eve at Mooloolaba Welcome in 2012 at the Mooloolaba New Year’s Eve celebrations! Entertainment includes Amy Meredith, The Whitlams, local bands and artists; amusements and two spectacular fireworks displays. The free, family-friendly event is held on Saturday 31 December from 4 pm to midnight and is alcohol and glass free. Visit council’s website to find out more.
Backyard Habitats free holiday program Learn about the Richmond Birdwing butterfly and make a kite; investigate insects and spiders then build your own bug or find out about snakes, lizards and turtles and create one in clay! This and more at the free holiday program for 6 – 12 year olds at the Maroochy Botanic Gardens 10 – 19 January. Bookings are essential. Visit council’s website or phone 5475 7272.
Help us transform the Coast Light rail is a fast, frequent, high quality public transport service and an alternative to the private car for some trips. Find out more about light rail for the Sunshine Coast and have your say on the project in 2012 by registering your interest on council’s website because a future with less cars is a future with more lifestyle choices.
Looking after your 'best friend'
Eumundi Swimming Club’s Andrew and Evan with their medal haul at the Queensland titles. Andrew won gold plus silver in the men’s open relay. Evan won gold plus bronze in the boys 10yrs relays. Both boys were representing Wide Bay region.
Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre camp
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echnical production skills, including lighting, sound recording and mixing, cue calling and stage management are features of a five day summer camp intensive workshop from Monday 16 January at the J Theatre. It will also cover all aspects of performance in musical theatre. It will include a showcase performance on Friday 20 January. This camp is open to all skill levels, experience and abilities. For information on available Thursday 22 December 2011
opportunities in technical production, please contact the team at info@scyt.com.au. Summer Camp 2012 will run from Monday 16 January through to Friday 20 January.
Owning a dog takes more than a walk in the leash free park or on the beach. Dog owners are responsible to keep their pooches healthy and safe and to make sure they don’t create a nuisance or put people and other animals at risk. Visit council’s website for more on being a socially responsible dog owner.
2012 Australia Day Awards If you know a person or community group dedicated to making the Sunshine Coast a better place, nominate them for a 2012 Sunshine Coast Australia Day award. Nominations close 30 December. Visit council’s website for details.
COUNCIL MEETINGS Performance and Service Committee Meeting
9am, 24 January, 2012. Nambour
Strategy and Planning Committee Meeting
9am, 25 January, 2012, Nambour
Ordinary Meeting
9.30am, 31 January, 2012. Nambour
T 1300 00 72 72 or 07 5475 7272 E mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Locals Home and Abroad Aussies at the NY Marathon
Mile 10 with Elisabeth and her good friend Carrie cheering her with Lucas born only 5 days earlier and her mum. Note the UN and Aussie flags on the sign and Elisabeth’s shirt. We all got lots of “Go Aussie” comments. Even one “Go New Zealand” – bit of a worry!
Elisabeth Turnbull-Brown
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hree Aussie mates working for the UN had a dream to run the New York marathon. The mates are from different parts of Australia: Renata Sivacolundhu Canberra, Darrin Farrant Melbourne and Elisabeth Turnbull-Brown from
Eumundi/Tamworth. After running many qualifying races and entries deferred due to a baby (Renata), work in Cambodia (Elisabeth) and work in Sudan (Darrin), 2011 was the year to do it!
Along with 46,972 other people Team RED successfully finished the 26.2 mile or 42.2km. It was a tough race but the crowd support from the crazy spectators as well as family and friends helped us through. We held a celebratory dinner at a local Australian bar. Here is a picture of us in “Sydney” tired and sore but happy to be finished. Team RED had a reunion lunch and caught up on local events in the Eumundi Green. Here the team has one final photo with their finishers’ medals outside the UN building. Renata has already packed hers as she is returning to Australia in January to live in Perth with her family.
Two days before the marathon the Australian Consulate in New York held a reception for Aussie’s participating in the marathon. It was also to welcome an Indigenous team who were coached by champion Australian marathon runner Robert de Castella (right). “Deeks” introduced his team and also gave the crowd a pep talk. Team RED (Renata (second right), Elisabeth and Darrin) were able to have a quick private coaching session and photo shoot. His advice: New York marathon is tough – don’t go out too hard.
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Eumundi Steel Sale
Evenings and weekends Machining & Manufacturing of difficult to obtain parts Steel Sections cut to size M 0402 219 604 • Ph 07 5442 7556 Email: jkaergaard@bigpond.com
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specialising in acreage properties prompt • reliable • professional rewards program • all prices negiotated
Complimentary yard whipper snip this month
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All weather concrete driveway, creek crossings & dam spillways Driveways plain and exposed No job too small 30 years experience
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Plumber & Drainer
Servicing the local area for 20 years Eumundi & District, Yandina, Cooroy & Kenilworth all drainage systems pumps roof & gutters sewer conversion hot water systems gas new homes & renovations
Rob Morris Ph 5447 9242 M 0427 479 242
Local professional 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
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Tiling & Concreting Peter Coleborn Local, reliable, 30 years experience
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Doonan Handyman Gary E O’Sullivan 27 years experience in the building industry For all your maintenance needs ...incl the leaking roof! Jobs up to $3,300
Ph 0431 611 700 Designed Homes Extensions Renovations Stables & studios Locally based
Residential, commercial, installations, maintenance, internet/data/phone, energy saving solutions, solar power
Ph Brad Pike 0407226299 or E: toobellahomes@bigpond.com
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Imperial Hotel Eumundi & Bistro > Sat 24 Dec Matt Harrison Trio 2.30 Pm > Sat 31 Dec Rusty Dogs 2.30 Pm
Season's Greetings to all
Regular jam sessions every Thursday from 8pm Customer loyalty program – Imperial at Eumundi and two Cooroy bottleshops. Ask us for details. Memorial Dr Eumundi Ph 5442 8811or 5442 8303
Swap'N Go gas at bottle shop
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A1 Animal naturopathy, natural foods, remedies, supplements, shampoos Ph 5449 1453 • 244 Verrierdale Rd www.greenpet.com.au
Upgraded spacious facilities Recommended by local vets
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Clean & secure, self lockable units Free pickup (conditions apply)
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Termites? Certificate of Forestry :: 15 years experience Fully insured :: Pensioner discount Free quote & advice Ph Mike 0438 793 880 Pruning :: Felling :: Rubbish Removal
Annual termite inspections $165 General pest control Termite management systems Ph 5472 0141 Lic# 118 2646
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Scott Roy Plumbing Ph 5470 2027 M 0432 043 432 Same day service Hotwater, Gas, Leaks & Burst, Blocked Drains
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Plumber 26059 - Gasfitter L30500 - Electrical 112611
Steve Pont Slashing The Shed Men
We build sheds, garden sheds to industrial requirements Supply only or supply, erect and concrete Very competitive prices. Locally based.
Ph Ken 0402 326 490
Bali Huts Locally constructed, no imports, no kits Built to your specifications by Australia's biggest Bali hut builders
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Great Value Lunch & Dinner Specials! Lunch
Fish & Chips $5.90 200gm rump steak with salad and chips $8.90
Dinner
Beer Battered Dory with salad and chips $11.90 200gm rump steak with salad and chips $12.90
New Year’s Eve Party! Twice the Entertainment, Twice the Fun! Industry of Kool in the Diggers Bar ($10 for non-members) and Swinging Martinis in the South Bar (free) from 8pm. Three courtesy buses to get you to the Club and home again. Special party packs given out just before midnight.
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