Eumundi Green issue 192 - 3 April 2014

Issue 192 – Thursday 3 April 2014

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A wonderful turnout of 300 people enjoyed Eumundi’s Long Lunch fundraiser for Katie Rose Hospice in Doonan, at the Eumundi Markets site on Memorial Dr recently. The event was organised by Eumundi Rotary and wait staff were hospitality students from Sunshine Coast TAFE and Sunshine Beach High School. Turn to page 9 for more from the day. Photograph thanks to Assisi Chant.

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Editor's Word on the street is...

Desk Eumundi has such a lovely village atmosphere at the moment. Lots of people seem to be out getting fit – heading to the pool, yoga or dance class at the hall. There seem to be more joggers and dog walkers too.

I’ve noticed more locals are stopping off in town in the morning for the paper, swinging by the PO, getting petrol, or grabbing a takeaway juice or coffee, and ending up having a catch up. Community groups are spotted in cafés planning the next Eumundi event. The open mic nights, live music and pool comps are giving the town a great atmosphere too.

Community Diary Friday 4 April State School holidays begin

 Anahata Yoga is going to Greece this year.  Two wild dogs were seen on Allandale Rd in North Arm last week.  Original Eumundi Markets is getting a kids' creche!  Red Desert Gallery is closing its gallery space but still exhibiting out of the new Art Space.  A new pizza place is opening in North Arm.  There’s been a platypus sighting in Eumundi.  Dance classes are now held in the Verrierdale hall and Eumundi CWA hall.  The School of Arts costs a fortune to run.

Monday 14 April EDCA general meeting 7pm Joe’s Waterhole Gaming lounge, Memorial Dr 0431 685 063

Saturday 19 April Easter treasure hunt Original Eumundi Markets 5442 7106

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Wednesday 9 April Eumundi World Cinema 6.45pm School of Arts Memorial Dr www.eumundiworldcinema.com

Friday 18 April Good Friday

And as the town gears up for a busy Easter of visitors who all (no doubt) fall in love with Eumundi, it’s nice for us lucky locals to have a selfish moment with this beautiful place.

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Friday 4 April Indee Theatre opening night Lux Radio Theatre 7.30pm School of Arts Memorial Dr 5472 8200

The new Eumundi Combined Community Organisation (ECCO) management team had their first meeting last week in the new carpark demountable HQ. The team include (from left); ECCO Carparking and Eumundi Green Delivery Coordinator Richard Thurbon, ECCO General Manager Anthony WynneHoelscher and Accounts Manager Kerrie Bryant-Adams.

Saturday 19 April Starry Nights Outdoor Movie 6.30pm Eumundi Amphitheatre Memorial Dr www.starrynights.com.au Sunday 20 April Easter Sunday

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

Judith Pattison Sub editor

Johanne Wright EDV update

Nathan Woodcock Computer notes

Aleta Bonn Easter craft

Duncan Sayers Books

Emma Iwinska Paediatrics

Susan Hodgkinson Reiki

Kon Hepers Nature notes

Mieke Fortune Sprout feed

Janelle Henderson Nature notes photo

Anthony Napier Reader’s photos

Ros Mayes Trivia

Rhana Harrison Reader’s photos

Helen Hepburn Gardening

Annie Wilson Gardening

Fran Maguire Abroad

Graphic Designer: Rhana Harrison. Sub editor: Judith Pattison. Proofreaders: Alice Jones, Bronwen Pearson, Fran Maguire, Hamish Cameron.

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Business News Pizza for North Arm

After renovations and pizza prep, Eerwah Vale couple Melanie and Nathan are opening their new restaurant Gold Creek Pizza, this Thursday in North Arm. As a former head chef, Nathan plans to make his pizzas authentic, use local organic ingredients and a 50 per cent Spelt pizza dough. “We don’t do perfect circles and we don’t do processed ingredients,” he said.

“We merely wish to give our local community the opportunity for some great pizzas and a good night out close to home,” Nathan said.

Everything is made in house – even the furniture is made from local camphor and the couple took a few weeks prior to opening to build everything. “We are quite proud of our little place and would love you to call in and check it out,” Nathan shared.

Sunshine Coast Business Expo The Sunshine Coast Business Expo 29 - 30 May, is one of the most high profile, engaging business events held in the region. Held at the Mooloolaba TAFE Campus, it exemplifies the energy, passion and entrepreneurial spirit inherent in local businesses and is expected to attract more than 3000 local small to medium sized business operators at this year’s event. The new addition to the expo, Jobs and Career Market, looks likely to attract an additional 50 exhibitors and 3000 attendees. Melinda Shelton on 0414 643 566 or email info@scbizexpo.org

Barcoo aquaponics

The Bamfords (from left: Shannon, Noah, Jesse and Brandt) initially began their aquaponics business, Barcoo Aquaponics, as a way to provide affordable, chemical free food for the family. The system has been established for just over twelve months and is now beginning to produce a substantial amount of herbs and vegetables. Shannon said, “While building the system we decided to make it big enough [to provide] produce for family and friends as well.”

“We grow fish - silver and jade perch - in large tanks which then feed their water out to a greenhouse where it provides nutrients for plants, which in turn 'cleans' the water to return it back to the fish tanks,” Shannon explained.

The new business has recently begun selling their produce to Makepeace Island. “Knowing our produce is to a high enough standard for an exclusive island kitchen has been a huge boost in the confidence of our business,” Shannon said.

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Computer Notes Nathan Woodcock Another way you can protect yourself from viruses in Windows is to ensure you have your computer set to show File Extensions. File Extensions are the characters at the end of every filename in Windows, after the last fullstop. For example, “statement.doc” (a Word document) or “setup.exe” (an executable file or program). Every file on your computer has an extension, which tells your computer what type of file it is so it knows how to open it. However, by default Windows doesn’t show these extensions, so the above file you would just see as “statement” or setup” on your computer.

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Business and Community News Art gallery re-opens in Eumundi

Jill Reilly opened her new gallery, Eumundi Art Space, last Saturday afternoon with a great show of support from friends and curious market goers. Jill ran a fantastic gallery on Memorial Dr a number of years ago and is happy to be back again.

“This time I’m keeping it small,” Jill said. She’ll be showing her own work, paintings from Red Desert Gallery, and a select few local artists.

New owners for veg cafe

Colleen and Manfred are the new owners of the Krishna Café – renamed The Happy Heart Café, in Eumundi’s Pavillion Markets, off Memorial Dr. Colleen said, “We have been coming to the Eumundi Markets for 12 years to check out the markets, but always to enjoy the Krishna Food, so when we heard the business was for sale, we grabbed it!”

Former owners of the Pomona bakery, the couple are passionate about healthy vegetarian and vegan food. The restaurant is open markets days and is looking to offer workshops and classes on raw food, healthy lifestyle choices and metaphysical readings.

Eumundi Sculpture Prize update Marina Constanti, Eumundi Sculpture Prize Project Manager A year in the planning by a dedicated group from the Eumundi community, the first Eumundi Sculpture Prize of $15,000 with the theme of Eumundi’s important Timber Industry, will attract artists from near and far to enter a competition to have their artistic vision chosen, created and displayed permanently in Caplick Park. The sculpture prize will be the first of many projects the Eumundi Historical

Foundation plans to auspice over coming years. The Foundation which also oversees Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitor Centre welcomes ECCO (Eumundi Combined Community Organisation) as the first “naming rights” sponsor and thanks the Sunshine Coast Council for its grant funding and support towards this project.

The prize has a management committee and a project manager has been appointed.

The official launch will be in late April at which time Expressions of Interest from artists will be sought. The unveiling of the Sculpture is planned to be in December at an event held in Caplick Park. The prize-winner will be chosen by a panel of professional judges, but the Eumundi community will also have say through a People’s Choice poll. It is hoped that with the support of the community and sponsors that the People’s

Choice winning sculpture will also be created and sited in Eumundi at a later date.

A website is currently being created which will have all the details of entry, theme, guidelines, background and prizes.

Meanwhile those wanting to keep in touch with updates and the launch date and location can email the project manager at info@discovereumundi.com

WEEKEND GROOVES lIVE AT THE BOHO

WEEKEND LUNCH HAS NEVER BEEN MORE FUN!

Lloyd Hughes Sat 12 April 12pm - 2pm A Sunny Coast resident who has swagger and style!

Lloyd commits to each and every song he delivers.

He has a super vibe and really gets you in the mood for a ‘fab’ Saturday lunch at The Boho. You can kick back and enjoy his artistry.

Jesse John Higgins

Sat 5 April 12pm - 2pm An enormously talented local young acoustic artist, with a passion for funky/folky unique music with shades of John Butler .

Rachel Ritzau & Mal

Sun 6 April 1pm - 3pm Rachel’s rich honey vocals have earned her many few fans of her own.

Her broad contemporary repertoire makes her perfect for a wide range of live performances.

The BeFores Sun 13 April 1pm - 3pm The Befores unmistakable sound features an eccentric mix of vintage and popular modern music reinterpreted in the rockabilly swing style, with strong stylistic influences from surf music and the spy soundtrack songs of the late 50's.

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Community News Councillor Rogerson update Parking petition Recently I was presented with a petition with more than 100 names on it pushing for regulation in regards to residential parking in Eumundi. The proposal is for the development and implementation of some form of specialised parking permits or designated parking spaces for local residents.

I fully comprehend and endorse the high economic and tourism value that is bestowed on the Eumundi Markets as one of, if not the best markets in the universe, however, I also genuinely acknowledge the responsibility I have to "look after" the interests, concerns, and aspirations of the many resident rate payers who live in and around Eumundi seven days a week and 52 weeks per year.

I see this petition as a logical and common sense catalyst to "put all the cards on the table"

with regard to Eumundi town centre parking and its impact on the locals. Therefore I relish the opportunity to hear and debate all suggestions. By the time you are reading this, I will have tabled the petition at the full Council Meeting in Caloundra.

Temporary fix for terraces Once again I’d like to thank everyone for their patience regarding the redevelopment of the terraces at the Eumundi Markets. While the costings and design is still currently being finalised, the situation necessitated some immediate works be done to fix pot holes and laying of ply on the ramps in order to meet workplace health and safety standards.

I want to remind everyone though that these are temporary stop-gap measures only and a complete and thorough job will be carried out in the near future. I’m well aware of the

sceptics within Eumundi who like to remind me that they don’t believe we’re going to produce an outcome to this important issue. Rest assured that I will follow through on my word and in collaboration with the Eumundi Historical Association, the Eumundi Combined Community Organisation and all community groups, we will deliver an outstanding outcome that Eumundi will be proud of.

Great fun for a great cause On Sunday 23 March I had the tremendous pleasure of attending the Eumundi Rotary Club's Summer All Over Long Lunch at the Original Eumundi Markets. Cr Steven Robinson and his wife Jeanne joined me and my wife Lesley in what was a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining event, with fantastic food and company.

Thanks to renowned local chefs Peter Wolfe and Max Porter of Old Dogs New Trix and all the

volunteers who made the day so special.

The best part of this terrific event was the almost $14,000 that was raised for Katie Rose Hospice to provide terminally ill people with nursing services and support, free of personal cost.

Wonderful stuff all round and I send a huge thank you and congratulations to everyone involved with this great day.

Councillor in Division 10 Cr Greg Rogerson

Government’s double dipping puts pressure on community groups Peter Welington I am calling on all community groups and not for profit organisations that are now required to pay the State Emergency Fire and Rescue Tax, to tell the Government to stop the double dipping. Most members of community groups and not for profit organisations are already paying this new tax on their household rates notice and they should not be required by this Government to pay a second time when their

organisations are providing important community services.

After being approached by a local community organisation that was required to pay an extra $220 a year as a result of this new tax, I raised this matter with the Premier who is now reviewing it. I believe now is the best time to mobilise all community groups to tell the Govt enough is enough as the State Budget is due to be brought down in June. Please

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Nicklin Community Awards I am again calling on the Nicklin Community to recognise their local heroes. There are people who I believe are surrogate grandparents or just good neighbours, who lend a helping hand and expect nothing in return, if you know someone, nominate them to let them know that their efforts are

appreciated. Nominations close Wednesday 30 April and presentations will be made at a morning tea on 15 May. 54416933 or nicklin@parliament. qld.gov.au Marquees available for community groups I have acquired two 3m x 3m sturdy marquees that are available for use by not-for-profit community groups in the Nicklin electorate.

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Community News Verrierdale hall welcomes dancers Zumba and Burlesque dance classes are now being held at the Verrierdale Hall every Tuesday and Thursday with experienced dance teachers Yvonne and Hayley. They are open to all age groups - and men are very welcome to give Zumba a go.

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House burns down in Eerwah Vale

Vandalism of statue

A timber house burnt down on Wilson's Lane in Eerwah Vale on the night of Saturday 22 March.

The property was totally engulfed in flames by the time the first fire crews arrived on the scene.

The Eumundi Historical Foundation met this week to discuss new vandalism involving the Tree Feller statue at the front of Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitor Centre. The Foundation Board which oversees the running of the Centre wish it known that staff and volunteers arrived last Monday morning to find the Tree Feller sculpture at the front of the building had once again been vandalised. The timber structure erected over it after a previous attack by vandals had been stolen. The protective

Eumundi’s volunteer Rural Fire Brigade was in attendance, supplying water for urban units.

Fortunately no one was home, but the speed and intensity of this fire could have had tragic consequences.

It’s a sobering reminder to regularly check your smoke alarms.

Free Easter holiday buses

Helpers wanted for Body Art Fest

From 14 - 21 April, Noosa Council, in partnership with TransLink, are providing free public transport for everyone in the Noosa Shire.

Eumundi's Australian Body Art Carnivale is asking for helpers with set-up, decoration and staging on Friday 2 May, and during the event on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May.

The initiative aims to reduce congestion during this peak Easter holiday period and attract more visitors to business by providing stress-free access, free of charge.

For a timetable please visit the Noosa Shire Council website.

box was installed to stop rusting and erosion of the broken statue.

The police have been notified and would appreciate any information the community may have. You can also contact the Centre and any information given will be passed on to the Police.

They’d also appreciate help with the fundraising sausage sizzle and carparking.

Please contact the volunteer coordinator Jo, 0423 771 450 or robatnoosa@yahoo.com.au

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Photo thanks to David Black

Commuters fear clearing vegetation is a hazard

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) began a four month project clearing landscaping between Pine Rivers and Cooroy recently, much to the bemusement of highway motorists. Locals have reported

that headlight glare is now an issue and vehicles crossing the road from the opposite direction a great concern. The barren landscape also does little to break up the monotony of a highway journey and adds to the

unattractive state of the Bruce Highway. When asked, DTMR Sunshine Coast the reasoning for the removal of foliage, the reason given was to enhance visibility and safety. DTMR Regional Director Amanda Yeates said the clearing was undertaken after consultation with road safety professionals.

"The risk associated with hitting a tree is much greater than the risk associated with coming off the carriageway and entering the carriageway in the opposing direction," she said.

Ms Yeates also explained that the risk of hitting trees in the median strip is greater than the

risk caused by the beams from oncoming traffic. "The reason for that is that the median is quite wide - between nine and 11m wide - which tends to mitigate that headlight glare," she said.

Ms Yeates said DTMR also plants vegetation that grows to block headlight glare, but because of good growing conditions, the vegetation has become overgrown so in need of clearing.

The department has a policy to clear vegetation greater than 80mm in diameter for safety reasons. The clearing is part of an ongoing safety measure on the Bruce Highway in Queensland.

EDV action group update – community survey Johanne Wright The article on Community Interest in the last edition of Eumundi Green has sparked much interest and pleasingly 4562 folk are requesting more information.

“Community of Interest” is a much broader concept than Eumundi Doonan Verrierdale (EDV’s) objective of joining Noosa Shire – it is about where we associate socially and how

we view our own community and related community areas.

It is such an important concept that EDV has commissioned an independent survey that will gather important data on our community of interest, which we will share at our proposed Roadshow in April/ May. This survey is being undertaken by dSipher, a leading national evaluation and market research

consultancy located on the Sunshine Coast. dSpipher has won several national awards and they have conducted numerous community projects for clients such as Ergon Energy, the Noosa Long Weekend and Sunshine Coast Council. (www.d-sipher. com.au). The results of this survey will provide the residents of Eumundi, Doonan, Verrierdale and Lake Weyba with critical

Flu vaccines are here.

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If you fall into any other age group you are still able to get a flu vaccine for $20. The consultation will be ‘bulk billed’ if it is just for the vaccine.

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Please see more detail on this survey in the next edition of Eumundi Green and get involved! It will only take a few minutes of your time and it’s important we hear from our entire community… young, old, mums, dads, singles and partners. www.edv.org.au

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information about us which will also help our local community groups and our local businesses.

SERVICES & NOTICES Alterations and dressmaking Karyn 0457 232 628 HUGE GARAGE SALE Furniture, plants, tools, timber etc, 4 to 7 April, 7am, 244 Duke Rd, Doonan 0411 630 878 A support group for families whose partners work away has started meeting every Tuesday at Cooroy park from 10am-2pm. Open to anyone of any age whose partner works away. Play area for the kids and bring a plate to share. Lisa 5442 5683 or Facebook Happy Families Support Group.

Justice of the Peace signing service Saturdays 9-10.30am, Discover Eumundi Heritage and Visitors Centre, cnr Gridley and Memorial Dr, 5442 8762. $8 per line payable on lodgement either by phone credit card or to ECCO BSB 633 108 Account 138 935 689.

See deadline details page 3.

Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group seminar will be discussing German family history research on Saturday 5 April from 9.30am at 41 Miva St, Cooroy. $10 includes morning tea. 5442 5570.

People affected by adoption are invited to a free meeting to find out more about searching for and reuniting with family, and to connect with others who have faced similar experiences on Wednesday 9 April at Maroochydore Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Fifth Ave, at 2pm.

Booking is essential, by Friday 4 April 1300 914 819 or www. benevolent.org.au Noosaville Library holds a book sale on the first Saturday of the month, 9.30am-12pm. www.libraries.noosa.qld.gov.au.

All Dolled Up kid's workshop at the Body Art Carnivale in Eumundi, is looking for some lovely, creative grown ups to volunteer on the stall from 3-4 May and help set up on Friday afternoon. Kait 0402 026 725 or alldolledup@iprimus.com.au Thursday 3 April 2014

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Community News Summer all over long lunch Assisi Chant On Sunday 23 March under Eumundi’s famous fig trees, the community came together to show support, compassion and enthusiasm for Katie Rose Cottage Community Hospice in Doonan. The annual fundraiser was a joint venture between Katie Rose and the new Eumundi Rotary Satellite Club, along with many other local sponsors. It was a lovely event and a great success thanks to wonderful food by Old Dogs New Trix chefs Max Porter and Peter Wolfe and their crew. The event raised $13,700 for the hospice.

Tania Broadbent and Simone Rykenberg

Old Dogs New Trix chefs Peter Wolfe (second left), Max Porter (third left) and their crew

Dolphins footballers (two of whom were auctioned off), Braydan Buckman, Jake Sharp, Anothony Sharp, Nick Chapman, Jack Finzel, Justin Batch (seated).

Linda and Lance

Piers Foley – aka the barrel boy

Lovely volunteers collecting tickets

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Community News Your Say Markets very special Love the mag [issue 191], especially the markets article.

We arrived in Eumundi the same year as the markets and our second daughter, Maleah, was born the same year - so it is very special to me! Cheers, Ros. Delicious local recipes Every fortnight I read this wonderful magazine cover to cover, enjoying each page. I look forward to getting to the food page to see what delicious recipes a local has shared with us. This issue had Max Porter's falafel crumble, tahini, shredded lettuce and Israeli salad, Max's cooking combined with Alan Bouvier's photography had my mouth watering in an instant.

And it was oh so healthy!

Congratulations to all concerned on a fabulous page, Clytie Glass.

Disgusted with demolishing of native trees Although I'm not on Facebook I was heartened to see I am not the only one disgusted with the demolishing of native trees on the Bruce Highway median strip [Eumundi Green 192]. The very essence of the Sunshine Coast and its hinterland is its beauty and care for the environment.

This strip of native flowering trees was to me another prime example of this commitment rather than having an ugly metal crash strip. My contact with Cr Rogerson has illicited nothing

over the past two weeks as well as Main Roads. It seems other locals have also been unable to find out what's going on too.

Contacting Peter Wellington's office has given me the answer.

As expected it's health and safety again going completely bonkers. It’s to improve driver visibility and safety.

I urge all concerned residents to email The Minister for Main Roads, Scott Emerson (transportandmainroads@ ministerial.qld.gov.au) to voice their disgust at what has happened here. I would like to know: why the community wasn't consulted, why weren't the SCR Council onto this? Did Main Roads get planning permission?

(I have to to cut down trees).

How can it be safer with no trees there now? Will Main Roads be prosecuted for all the black poly sheeting they have left loose on the ground? Some heads need to roll on this. Kind regards, Guy Brindley Thanks for Brave Shave support A HUGE thank you to everyone who was able to support me, in so many ways regarding my Brave Shave. I have so far raised almost $2000 which will go towards helping a great number of families affected by blood cancers. I have also posted my 40cm long ponytail to "Beautiful Lengths" who in turn will make and donate a wig made from it - to a cancer patient in need.

Warm wishes, Aleta x

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BodyArt to dress our new RV Facility

As one of Eumundi's most enduring and internationally famous events, we think it's time to create a permanent celebration of the fantastic art produced at our Australian Body Art Carnivale.

So we will be proudly installing a giant feature mural of great Body Art imagery on the side of our great new RV facilities block, with construction due to be commenced in coming weeks. Look out also for some incredible car bonnet art - as an additional nod to the the Carnivale - soon to be proudly mounted on the walls of the new Car Park shed (and ECCO HQ). The Body Art Carnivale runs 3 and 4 May. Volunteers are needed. So if you are interested please contact Jo Robinson at robosatnoosa@yahoo.com.au

Look out for the new Eumundi Card!

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In coming weeks, many of the delightful stores and businesses in and around town will be REWARDS offering a new incentive for shopping with them with the advent of the new Eumundi Card... a Eumundi loyalty card to reward regular customers, whilst spreading goodwill around the Eumundi Experience! If you would like more information or would like to become a participating Eumundi Card merchant please contact ECCO general manager, Anthony Wynne-Hoelscher: gm@eumundicco.com.au

First Aid for the car park crew

1. W hat kind of car sits on the top of the Ettamogah pub?

2. W hich former Eumundi SS principal shares his name with a Jacobite heroine who helped Bonny Prince Charlie to evade capture after the Battle of Culloden in 1745?

3. I n what year did the Cherry Venture run aground on Double Island Point?

4. Eumundi’s own Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, was the fourth PM from Queensland. Can you name the other 3, all beginning with the letter F?

Many of our wonderful carpark volunteers participated in a First Aid course co-ordinated by our Carpark "Captain" Richard Thurbon this week at the CWA Hall. It is just another way that ECCO can give a little back to the community, on top of the significant sums of money generated for the more than 16 volunteer organisations on the Sunshine Coast who help us manage 100,000 cars each year - filling our town with shoppers for the Wednesday and Saturday markets.

5. Name the 3 highest Glasshouse mountains.

1. A 1930s Chevy truck, 2. Jim MacDonald (The Jacobite heroine was Flora MacDonald), 3. 1973, 4. Andrew Fisher, Arthur Fadden and Frank Forde, 5. Mt Beerwah, Mt Coonowrin (Crookneck) and Mt Tibrogargan in that order.

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Schools and Community Kids Dragons ready to breathe fire

Farmer’s day at ESS Eumundi State School held a dress as a farm animal or farmer and writing and drawing competitions last Wednesday to raise funds for the Queensland farmers who are doing it tough due to severe weather conditions over the last couple of years. The preppies (pictured) embraced the dress-up opportunity.

Funds will be distributed to those who need it most. The dress up day, and writing and drawing competitions, raised $581.55 for the Aussie Helpers Charity. Congratulations to the Prep-Year Two winners; Indigo Whyatt, Harper Cameron and Oscar Betteridge.

Manager Geoff Edwards from Bendigo Bank, Cooroy, was on hand last week to show his support for this year’s Eumundi Dragons teams. Training is in full swing with the 2014 junior rugby union season about to begin. For any juniors yet to decide on their sport for this year, the Dragons are still signing on members. Interested players and their families are welcome to go down to the ground at Eumundi Showgrounds on Black Stump Rd, this Saturday from 8am, to watch the junior teams in action. www.eumundidragons.rugbynet.com.au or 0448 191 218.

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Art and Local Crafts Sewing felt egg softies for Easter Aleta Bon We find it’s fun to hand make gifts for Easter. Home-made nut balls and chocolates, rolled beeswax candles, cuddly toys made from felt - are some ideas.

This is an activity you could do alongside your child, guiding and encouraging them along the way. You will know yourself, how many of the following steps your child will require help with. Safety first.

1. D ownload my FREE Easter egg softie template PDF from www.hinterlandmama.com and print.

To make a soft egg toy out of felt (be it an old blanket/jumper or store-bought), you need around an hour of time, a handsewing needle, thread, stuffing (If you have no fleece, make a beanbag using sand, rice or lentils) and a pen.

2. C ut out the paper templates carefully, then trace around the template onto your piece of felt, (ie. twice where it says 2x and once where it says 1x).

3. Cut the shapes from the felt as carefully as you can. 1x Egg pouch, 1x ‘back’, 2x small egg and 2x med egg.

4. Thread a needle with a long piece of thread (try the length of your arm from wrist to shoulder), tying the ends of the thread together with a knot.

5. Start with an egg. Pass the needle through the (pen line side of the) felt and pull all of the way until the knot is secure in the felt and the thread is now anchored, ready to begin.

6. M atch the two same shapes together (pen lines on the inside) and sew around the entire outer edge, stopping to leave a hole to stuff from. You can use any stitch at all – make one up! As long as it joins the two pieces with minimum of space between stitches to avoid the stuffing falling out. Fill with stuffing until spongy, not solid.

7. Once filled with stuffing, sew up the hole. Knot the thread and pass the needle back through the egg to hide the tail of the thread. Snip off any excess and your egg is now a soft toy/beanbag.

8. Repeat with the Med egg pattern.

9. To make the pouch itself. You will need the 'Egg softie pouch' piece of felt and the 'back' piece. Match the two egg shapes together and fold the base up. This will give you three layers. The base forms the pocket. Sew around these three layers, making sure to stop and fill the 'back' with stuffing before finishing.

10. T he smaller eggs will fit neatly inside the egg pouch to make a very special soft Easter toy to treasure.

For more activity ideas for your little ones, please visit www.HinterlandMama.com - Happy Crafting!

Art news in brief Jandamarra Cadd at Noosa Regional Gallery

Lyndon Davis (detail), by Jandamarra Cadd, 2012, oil on canvas, 151 x 121cm. Image courtesy of the artist.

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Eumundi artist Jandamarra Cadd is part of the collaborative exhibition at Noosa Regional Gallery in conjunction with the Booin Gari Festival. Entitled One Community, the exhibition comprises of two exhibitions: a photographic showcase of the Sunshine Coast-based organisation's origins, growth and development over the past 25 years - supporting people in our community to develop a sense of self, a sense of place, a sense of purpose and a sense of belonging; and a local Indigenous artist group show, showcasing both established and emerging Sunshine Coastbased Indigenous Artists coming together as one mob

to strengthen our community.

Opening night is Friday 4 April and Jandamarra will also be doing a floor talk at 11.30am on Sunday 13 April. www.noosa.qld. gov.au/whats-on-nrg Sunshine Coast Art Prize entries close 5pm, Monday 7 April. In its ninth year the Prize continues to attract work from some of the best contemporary and emerging artists our nation has to offer. Open to any Australian resident working in Australia in a two dimensional (2D) medium, the winner receives $15,000 and an artist residency at Arley Farm, Maleny. www.gallery.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au Noosa National Art Award is now seeking entries. The

prize is a national acquisitive contemporary art award and is open to Australian artists and designers practicing in any 2D or 3D medium that reflect the unique character of modern Australia’s coastal and hinterland environments, both urban and natural. Entries close 15 June. www.noosaregionalgallery.com The Australian Red Cross Centenary Art Auction and Cocktail Party will be held at Harbourside Gallery Noosa Marina, Tewantin on 26 April.

Artwork donations which include all media and sizes, are valued between $500 and several thousand dollars, will be on display for the entire month of April at the gallery and bids can be taken. www.noosamarina.com.au Thursday 3 April 2014

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European style “artisans and farmers” market in Eumundi back in 1979. We’re glad they did! Christa was thrilled to catch up with old market friends.

“I thought the stall holders embraced the celebration with great enthusiasm, and I got a real sense of unity even after a busy day - and that makes a great market – and the effort from all concerned worthwhile,” she said.

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Saturday 22 March saw the Original Eumundi Markets celebrate its 35th birthday, with a party held for stallholders – the artists who make it, bake it, sew it and grow it. Special guests for the celebration were market founder and former stallholder Christa Barton, and her husband Hal. It was ceramic artist Christa who, with her friend Gail Perry-Somers, came up with the idea of holding a

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EDCA is assisting Troy in attending the Under 12 State Basketball Championships in Townsville

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Troy Mc Donald, who is 10 years old and has lived in Eumundi all his life, attends Eumundi State School. He was selected as a member of the Under 12 Boys Noosa Cyclones representative team to compete in Basketball Queensland’s Junior Basketball Competition for the 2013-2014 Season. This competition has teams playing from the Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich and Brisbane.

Troy’s favourite sport is Basketball and he has been playing in Noosa Basketball Associations junior competition at Noosa Leisure Centre for the past three years.

The team only formed in April 2013 and after three days of competition against clubs from all over South East Queensland they came second in the Championship.

The Team is the first Under 12 side that the Noosa Club has entered in representative competition, and having started in the second division quickly moved into first division, which has them playing against the top seven U12 sides in South East Queensland.

“Go Cyclones Go!”

Cheryl Hartshorn EDCA member, presenting Troy with his cheque.

EDCA stall holders at your service on the terraces opposite Eumundi Post Office on Wednesdays.

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Theatre, Movies and Books Indee Theatre John Burls

Verse vs. Waffle Duncan Sayers I’ve been reading a bit of poetry lately. It was the Berkelouw Book Club’s theme for one of our monthly meetingswhich refreshed my interest. Meanwhile, I’m relying on verse as an antidote to the book I’m reading: On The Road by Jack Kerouac. It tends to appear in many of those “100 books you must read before you die” type of lists. I’m persevering to see what all the fuss is all about, but much of the time I’m thinking, “Oh Jack, get to the point” while questioning his choice of roadtripping companions.

Ada and Elsie (Rita Pauncefort and Dorothy Foster)

Director Philip Chappell was apprehensive about gaining an audience from the small local population, so only one weekend was scheduled for Eumundi.

Carol Hoger as Margo Channing in All About Eve

April marks both the 20th anniversary of the establishment of The Independent Theatre and its nineteenth anniversary at Eumundi.

The theatre first opened in Noosa in 1994 with TV Signals, directed by co-founder, Philip Chappell and written by John Burls. The play was short-listed in the forerunner to the Premier’s Award, The George Landen Dan Competition.

The first play staged in Eumundi was Robert Bolt’s A Man for All Seasons, a hugely ambitious production, considering that the largely unused School of Arts Hall had only access to the stage from one side, the stage was less than half its present size, there were no dressing rooms, no airconditioning and the audiences had to submit to characterbuilding metal chairs.

The following two shows were staged at the Nambour Lind Lane theatre. His surmise proved to be half right. A Man for All Seasons was largely ignored by Eumundians but drew excellent crowds from across the Coast.

The die was cast and from 1995 till 2006 the Independent Theatre commenced regular plays at the School of Arts. In 2006 the Eumundi Historical Association offered the Indee Theatre a ten year lease. Since then an average of six major productions and some one-offs have been staged annually. Over its 19 years of operation the Indee Theatre has contributed many thousands of dollars to SOA improvements.

This weekend The Indee will present All About Eve, from the Lux Radio Theatre, a longrunning classic radio anthology series as performed on air in 1952, plus screenings of great Australian radio stars and shows from the golden era. There will also be a working exhibition of vintage radios.

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Instead I turn to Charles Bukowski, a writer who hovered at the fringe of the beat generation as defined by Kerouac in the 1950s.

His poetry is brutally honest – particularly in self-assessment – and has a refreshing economy of words given my other reading material. There are moments of wonderful writing by Kerouac: poetry without the line breaks.

It’s a pity these moments are wrapped in the rest of the book.

Perhaps I’ve got better things to do with my time, making me question why readers often overlook poetry. It is perfect for our brief attention span, internet-age brains. It provides a short dose of thinking material without having to commit to a novel. Ambiguity provides a fresh perspective on every read

depending on mood - such good value from the page.

Even if you ignore poetry in written form we’re bombarded by verse via song lyrics, reflecting the familiar, paperless transmission of ideas. Many claim to hate poetry but can instantly recall the words from their favourite song. I wander through the reincarnated back-catalogue that is Spotify on a nostalgic trip through half-forgotten music, recalling lyrics after just a few notes. One of my favourites pops up – an almost whispered, staccato rap from Massive Attack’s anthem Safe From Harm – with the line “I was lookin’ back to see if you were lookin’ back at me to see me lookin’ back at you”. One line paints a recursive picture of hope, insecurity and potential; a bodylanguage spark that hopefully everyone gets to experience at least once. Perhaps I’m reading too much into one line, but this is its beauty: one person’s throwaway lyric makes another shout, “yes”!

Eumundi World Cinema Film April session review Matt Brindley DEPARTURES (Japan) Directed by Yojiro Takita “Life is for the living and not for the dead so much” Errol Morris, Gates

of Heaven.

Daigo Kobayashi is a devoted cellist in an orchestra that has just been dissolved and now finds himself without a job.

Daigo decides to move back to his old hometown with his wife, Mika to look for work and start over. His mother is dead, his father left when he was a little boy. He answers a classified ad entitled "Departures" thinking it is an advertisement for a travel agency only to discover that the job is actually for a Nokanshi or encoffineer - a funeral professional who prepares deceased bodies.

Daigo takes pride in his work and begins to perfect the art, acting as a gentle gatekeeper between the departed and the family of the

departed. Grief is channelled into exquisite ritual.

The film follows Daigo’s sometimes comical journey as he uncovers the wonder, joy and meaning of life and living.

Eumundi World Cinema April screening is on Wednesday 9 April at School of the Arts, Memorial Dr. Supper is on offer from 6.40pm.

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Food Figs for Sunday brunch Wendy Birrell Figs in season are such a delight – eaten raw when quite ripe to get the best flavour, cut up into salad, served simply and fresh. Years ago we had a fig tree and my wonderful mother would take the luscious figs away and create jars of fantastic fig jam which she put slivers of blanched almonds into as well.

What a great combination – figs and almonds.

As soon as I see fresh figs are available I just have to create the dish shown here. As owner

of Eats Restaurant (now Fig Tree) we had a dish when figs were in season similar to this which I loved. I like to do this as a brunch on relaxing Sunday morning. The following is a guideline only; I tend to change ingredients and often try new ways of cooking it. I hope you will too.

I marinate my own fetta for this recipe and tend to use goat or sheep milk fetta but cow’s milk fetta is fine or just plain fetta, but it won’t be quite as tasty.

Baked figs wrapped in prosciutto stuffed with marinated fetta Light lunch or brunch for one

Ingredients

Method

• 2 large ripe figs

Place oven proof dish drizzled with olive oil in oven pre heated to 200°C for 10 mins.

• 3 slices of prosciutto • 50gm marinated fetta • 1/2cup chicken stock warmed • ½ cup pumpkin diced lightly par boiled • 50gm rocket or mesculin mix • Few slices of red onion (optional) • Salt and pepper to taste • Olive oil • 4 toothpicks

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While dish is heating - cut stems off figs and cut a cross in top of each. Squeeze each lightly on the sides to open each up and put in a spoon of fetta.

Wrap one slice of prosciutto around each fig and secure with a toothpick or two – reserving I slice of prosciutto.

Remove dish from oven and place wrapped and stuffed figs on heated dish with par boiled pumpkin – pour over the warmed chicken stock around the figs and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Place back in oven for 10 mins.

While this is cooking place the rocket or mesculin on a plate or shallow bowl and sprinkle with chopped red onion - if using it.

Take dish out of oven and turn down to 180°C. Turn pumpkin pieces to cook and colour on other side. Put back in oven for another 10mins.

Carefully place cooked figs onto the prepared bed of rocket or mesculin. Arrange pumpkin pieces around the figs and drizzle with the reduced chicken stock from the bottom of the dish.

Sprinkle with crisp prosciutto pieces and serve.

Meanwhile pan fry reserved slice of prosciutto in a hot pan with a small amount of olive oil until crisp – cool and pull apart into small pieces.

Take dish out of oven - if possible finish off dish under a grill to crisp prosciutto and add a little colour.

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Health Paediatrics Emma Iwinska How do we keep our children happy and healthy? Oriental medicine has some fantastic ways that we can support our children’s health relevant to the child’s age and constitution.

Babies Ninety-nine per cent of health issues with little ones relate to digestive disturbance. If you can imagine your stomach having to process food for the very first time, it is no wonder most babies need extra support.

Specific massage techniques can be used and gentle Japanese acupuncture can strengthen your child’s digestive system.

You can eliminate colic, vomiting and constipation and support your baby to settle and sleep better. (Yes we do have magic points to help your baby sleep).

Toddlers Toddlers still need lots of digestive support as they start to eat a wider variety of foods. Lots of warm cooked nourishing food will support

their developing stomachs, particularly as we come into the cooler months. This also helps support their immune system, which is particularly important as they explore their environment and attend child care. The other great therapy for toddlers is shonishin. We use cute little specialist tools to tap and rub specific points and meridians on the body to strengthen health. It is a little bit like getting tickled.

Toddlers think it is great fun and respond very quickly to its effects.

Primary school Once children enter primary school immunity and healthy learning behaviours are some of the key considerations for well being. If your child always gets sick in winter, or develops a bad cough or asthma, right now is the best time to start strengthening their immune system. Prevention is always better than cure! Moxibustion is a powerful way to build immunity. It involves burning the moxa herb on specific

acupuncture points to increase white blood cell production in the body and boost immunity.

It also feels lovely and warm.

Teenagers Poor teenagers get a really rough deal when in fact they need lots of extra support. In Western medicine the liver is responsible for a range of hormone related functions including the manufacturing, processing and regulation of different hormones.

In Chinese Medicine guess which organ system relates to moodiness, grumpiness, anger, stress and depression?

Liver is the main area we focus our treatment on using both acupuncture and herbal medicine, to assist teenagers to attain a state of balance during the many changes that occur during these years. This helps lower stress levels and makes them feel supported. The teenage years can be incredibly stressful – so we do treat parents as well!

If your child is struggling with healthy learning behaviours, including ADHD, they may need some holistic support.

An individualised care plan can help and may include dietary therapy, herbal medicine, massage or special leave on stickers that can be used to activate the benefits of specific acupuncture points.

One of the great benefits of oriental medicine is that it addresses your child’s needs on an individual level and is delivered in a fun way to keep us all smiling.

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Great relationships are made – they don’t just happen.

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Reiki healing Susan Hodgkinson Reiki is an ancient energy healing treatment that works holistically on the whole body, mind and spirit that has been used in Japan for several centuries. Through a series of gentle non-intrusive hand placements along the body, natural healing vibrations are channelled through the hands of the Reiki practitioner (acting as a conduit) to the body of the recipient, which encourages a state of harmony and general well-being.

Discovered by Dr Mikao Usui, Reiki is a combination of two words; “Rei” meaning universal life force and “Ki” meaning energy; the energy that surrounds us in our lives.

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Environment and Outdoors Practical palms Claudette Betterridge Some people dislike palms because of the mess they create, however if you choose the right variety, such as the self-cleaning Alexander Palm (Archontophoenix alexandrae), they can be one of your greatest resources. Not only do they provide a cool, shady, tropical feel, the flowers are a magnet for birds and bees (especially those of the native variety) and they are very resilient in dry weather and they also thrive when inundated with water for long periods. Here on the ridge we make use of every bit of our palms. When their fronds fall we use the leaves as an excellent source of carbon for the compost or we cut them into small pieces to use as mulch around the

veges. Once the leaves have been stripped off the frond we use the remaining "mid ribs" to make strong garden stakes. We collect lids cut from tin cans and use metal punches to stamp out the names of the plants we want to mark out and then screw the lid straight to the stake. These make very long lasting, weather proof labels (sometimes lasting longer than the plant itself). The inflorescence (flower spike), once dried is a very useful material for weaving baskets, hats, platters or garden art. The leaf sheaths creatively folded make very strong baskets or a wrap for a bunch of flowers or herbs as a gift. The flower sheath, once fallen, can be finely stripped to make string and

rope or be used for weaving. The seeds are easily propagated and can be sold or given away as yet another resource, but the best use of all is to hang a hammock between two sturdy palms and while away the hours with a good gardening book.

Grass farming - sprouting our saviour Mieke Fortune

Having a paddock in a coldroom that produces a living feed has been the norm at Fortune Sprout Fed Beef for the past decade. Barley Sprouts have proved to increase feed efficiency in cattle, but not only this, sprouts are extremely useful for the maintenance of many farm animals particularly in times like the present with severe drought. The Fodder Factory on our farm produces 250kg per day of fresh organic barley sprout mats; this sprouting process takes a maximum of five days and can be shortened to three days depending on

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The cattle we are finishing are supplemented with sprouts hand fed daily consuming the roots, shoots and all with no wastage. The convenience of having and growing your own fresh feed onsite daily enables you to control and regulate your own feed program year round despite the unpredictableness of variables like the weather and the markets. Cleaned seed grade barley germinates quickly and will increase in weight by approximately six times over a five day period. The nutritional value of sprouts at different stages changes over this period. In the early stages of germination when the grain has produced a root and shoot starch levels, dry matter and energy are higher, then start to decline the longer the sprouting process goes on (up to six days). Analysis suggests that the longer the sprouting period,

protein, moisture, vitamin and enzyme levels actually increase. Finding a balance to get the best of all this means we commonly sprout to day four with the cattle getting a combination of energy from the remaining starch in the seed but also the benefits of the protein, vitamins, minerals and enzymes.

The cattle not only look great, but we can also tell that their digestion in the rumen is as

efficient as it possibly can be by looking what’s coming out of the back end.

The sprouting fodder factory has been an insurance policy for us during the dry time - not only is it useful in the beef finishing side of our business, but it has also helped us maintain our valuable stud breeding seed stock through the drought, which would have otherwise taken a lifetime to build up again.

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Nature Notes Platypus Kon Hepers When creeks and water holes dry up during a prolonged dry spell, many creatures dependent on the water perish. Fish and tadpoles and sometimes small turtles are among them. Others, like several frog species either burrow down into cooler soil or find moist and shaded niches to wait until the rains come.

One of our most interesting wildlife species, the Platypus, cannot do that – it needs to hunt in water for its food. As a result platypus go out in search of suitable pools, often ending up in dams and large ponds, cut off from flowing creeks and usually out in the open. This brings the shy and elusive animal into contact with and under observation by people.

In the 17 and 1800s there was great interest in Natural Science, particularly in France and England. Naturalists like Joseph Banks joined or mounted expeditions to bring back plant and animal specimens from foreign lands. In 1799, 11 years after the First Fleet arrival, the body of a platypus, preserved in alcohol, arrived in England.

At the time there was a lot of “nature-faking” going on so this weird specimen was initially treated as a hoax. What else could it be? It had the body of an otter, the tail of a beaver and the bill of a duck.

Scientists of the time scrambled to examine the creature and competed with one another for access to more pickled specimens arriving from Australia. It had two of the identifying characteristics of mammals – hair and a 4-chambered heart (all mammals, including whales and dolphins, have some hair). But it had no visible external mammary glands. The bill only superficially resembled that of a duck; and functioned quite differently.

Further, the internal organs resembled those of a lizard but there were also signs of internal mammaries. Clearly this was not a standard mammal. So what was it? The arguments involved scientists from all over Europe and already the strong creationist lobby thwarted science with religion. The creature was given the name Platypus anatinus (flat-footed duck-like) but the genus name was found to have been given to a beetle even earlier so the name Thursday 3 April 2014

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Ornithorhynchus anatinus (birds

etc. Male platypus have “spurs” on their hind legs containing a venom capable of inflicting severe pain in humans.

A very significant anatomical feature was the presence of only one hole to service the bodily functions of reproduction and excretion. This was already known for the echidna so a new order of animals was erected: the Monotremes (literally “one hole”) the only members of which were the echidna and platypus.

Females lay two eggs in deep burrows in stream banks. The eggs hatch in about two weeks and the young are fed by the mother inside the burrow for four to five months. There are no teats; the milk exudes from pores in the skin and is lapped by the young.

beak duck-like) was given. But in popular language the name platypus stuck.

Platypus are very secretive and difficult to spot in their

aquatic habitat, especially since they are largely nocturnal or crepuscular. Their range is right along the east coast including Tasmania. In general they are not an endangered species but populations can be severely stressed in periods of drought.

If one turns up in a dam or creek on your property, quietly observe but please do not disturb it.

Thanks to Molly and Jake Walker for reporting the platypus sighting in thier creek.

Yet the major question remained – exactly how did they reproduce? They were not designed to give birth to live young as placental mammals do. Were they oviparous, laying eggs like birds and many reptiles, or perhaps ovoviviparous, producing and hatching eggs inside the mother before the young are expelled (like our Blue-tongue Lizards). Whoever solved this question was certain to be acclaimed so more and more specimens were needed.

Over the next eighty or so years naturalists were sent out to the colony to get answers and specimens. Hundreds of platypus were shot and speared and the carcasses pickled in alcohol and sent to England for dissection. Attempts at live exports failed. The knowledge of local aborigines was either misunderstood or ignored.

Then in 1884 a young scientist observed a platypus in the process of laying an egg, with another egg already laid.

That settled the argument: the platypus is an egg-laying mammal.

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We are all familiar with our iconic platypus – it is even engraved on our 20 cent coins.

Its beady little eyes are set high and the nostrils are near the tip of the “bill”, its ears are small slits, not readily visible. The body is covered in dense waterresistant fur; the front feet, used for paddling (the hind legs are not) have webbing extending out past the claws but is folded in when walking. Platypus are fairly small, only reaching up to 400 mm head-and-body length, with the flat tail adding another 150 mm or so.

The mouth is located under the “bill” which houses electroreceptors picking up impulses from prey items like worms, insect larvae, yabbies

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Gardening Phaleria clerodendron Helen Hepburn

What's in the Spotlight School holiday fun Choose from a range of fun-lled school holiday activities at council’s libraries and galleries across the Coast. There is something for all ages including Easter craft, Manga bombing, Bee Happy Puppet Show, musical clunk and junk, ArtsCool and much more. Bookings, via council’s library website, are a must!

A few weeks ago I had an email from Clytie Glass asking me to identify a tree she had growing on her property. Straight away I knew she had one of my favourite rainforest trees growing very happily and fruiting in abundance.

The tree in question is Phaleria clerodrendron or Scented Daphne and comes from the sheltered lowland rainforests of North Queensland. This is a relatively small tree and is very suitable for the average backyard. The tree grows to 5m in height and the canopy has a spread of about 3m.The leaves are glossy dark green and the white flowers appear along the trunk and arching branches several times a year, usually in response to rain. The tree in full flower is breathtaking and the perfume is rather like honeysuckle I think.

Soon after flowering the tree will fruit. My tree has never had many

fruits, though Clytie’s tree or trees have really gone overboard and she has fruit all over the ground requiring collection as they fall on pavers. Our tree is in a garden bed situation and we have never had to collect fruit. An important point is that the fruit are toxic to humans and children may well think they are plums.

In the wild, the fruit are eaten by cassowaries and since it’s unlikely a passing cassowary will stroll into our gardens any time soon, the fruiting aspect of the tree needs to be taken into consideration before planting this tree.

Otherwise it’s a gorgeous tree and can be under planted with understory plants requiring shade and shelter. We have native cordylines, bromeliads, clivias and ferns planted under our Phaleria.

These trees will have leaf drop in winter if planted in a very open cold area.

Queensland fruit fly Annie Wilson We've always had some trouble with fruit fly, especially in the veggie patch, and so I was very interested to read about the research being done by the CSIRO on the troublesome pest.

Our defence against fruit fly has been to make traps, baited with a sweet treat, to lure the insects away from precious fruit and vegetables and prevent them from laying their eggs in the young fruit.

On a larger scale the fruit fly can cause serious damage to fruit and vegetable crops, so the scientists at the CSIRO are planning a quite different control program. Researchers plan to breed sterile male flies, that they will fit with microchips that allow fruit fly mating locations to be tracked. They plan to disrupt the fly's breeding cycle, and are also working on a project to create a line of fruit fly that only breeds males. This solution has

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the potential to provide a longterm benefit for fruit and veggie growers, large and small. Let's hope the CSIRO has success with their very interesting project.

In the meantime, if you have trouble with fruit fly a simple "jam-jar" trap can be an effective solution. Use an old jar (or any small container really) and pierce some large holes in the lid or sides. The holes need to be large enough to allow the flies to enter.

If you want to hang the traps in your fruit trees, use some string or wire to make a hanging loop.

Fruit juice, apple cider vinegar or wine are all suitable baits, as female flies require a food source before laying their eggs.

Add a few drops of dishwashing detergent to the liquid and position the jars in your garden.

Traps need to be re-baited over time, and we have found them useful for reducing fruit fly numbers in our garden.

Mytho Poetic exhibition opens 11 April Enjoy an evening of enchanting music and artistic contemplation at the opening of Mytho Poetic: Print and Assemblage Works by artist and printmaker Glen Skien at Caloundra Regional Gallery, next Friday 11 April. The exhibition features artist books, collages, installation and printmaking.

Bookings via council's gallery website are essential.

Free WiFi hotspots across the Coast Did you know free high speed WiFi is available across the Sunshine Coast? Log on at 36 hotspots in 23 locations including the council libraries and gallery, council forecourts, caravan parks, the airport, and Cotton Tree, Mooloolaba Esplanade and Coolum business precinct open spaces.

Enter the SCAP New Media art prize Entries for the New Media category in the 2014 Sunshine Coast Art Prize (SCAP), with prizes valued at $8,000, are now open for emerging artists working in photography, video, animation and projection with an emphasis on innovative digital technologies. Entries close 9 June. Visit council’s gallery website for entry details.

Sunshine Coast Events Network The Sunshine Coast Events Network, scene, is a council initiative supporting the growth and development of the region’s events industry. The 2014 scene program kicks off with a notto-be-missed launch and expo from 5 – 7pm on Wednesday 16 April at the Innovation Centre at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Visit council’s website for details.

Fauna monitoring project The environment levy is funding a large-scale fauna monitoring project in council-managed reserves across the Coast. During April, specialist monitoring crews will undertake the second round of seasonal surveys to track and record the wildlife that lives in these conservation areas. Information will help improve management practices to ensure they are maintaining the reserve's ecological values.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 24 April, Nambour 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Reader's Photos

EumundiPortraits...

My younger brother Noah on a rainy day. Billie Sivek, Eumundi.

My daughter Lani getting her hand tattooed by Nicki at Divine Henna Design, Eumundi Markets, Rhana Harrison.

This was taken on my verandah in Doonan. Same time every afternoon, nine beautiful kookaburras come and say hi to my girls! They have become a part of our family letting us pat and hand feed them. So blessed - had to share! Lauren Gray, Doonan.

Farmer Faye Remington and her family have lived in Eumundi for a very long time. Anthony Napier, Eumundi.

Janice Napier (Nan) with the bull has lived and farmed here for about 45 years. Anthony Napier, Eumundi.

Eumundi Green’s next photo assignment The current Eumundi Green photographic assignment, Eumundi’s portraits, is about capturing hinterland people in their local surrounds.

It could be a photo – or a collection of photos - of your neighbours over the fence, market stallies, farmers, people at work, people waiting, shopping, thinking – even portraits of pets or cows, or teachers - whatever inspires you! Please send through your pics with a caption too; telling readers who, where, what. Send your photos to editor@eumundigreen.com.au

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Eumundi Abroad Sakura season Fran Maguire As the northern spring begins so does the great anticipation of sakura in Japan – the blossoming of cherry and plum trees.

Two years ago we took the bullet train – charmingly called The Sakura Express for the season for the cherry blossom route, and whose electronic station signs are lit up in pink – to find the blossoms.

We expected the nation to be excited about this special time, but we weren’t prepared for the mass celebrations we came across everywhere as the typically reserved Japanese took to their parks to party.

viewing) as they spread their blue tarps to grab their party spots under the trees in the Peace Park.

We meandered under pink and white blossoms near The Great Torii at Miyajima and completed our trail in a traditional manner walking beside ladies in kimonos on the Philosophers’ Path in Kyoto, the historic former Imperial capital and the renowned centre of sakura.

As we followed the sakura trail we joined the crowds taking photographs of the blossoms in the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo; we ate okonomiyaki and warmed up with sake at the big party in the city’s Ueno Park. We sped on to Hiroshima where we viewed the blossoms around the A-bomb dome and were invited to join groups of families and friends enjoying hanami (cherry blossom

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Here’s your opportunity to secure a fabulous lifestyle for your family! There are 26 acres of improved pasture and natural bush with a seasonal creek and large dam. Fully fenced including 6 horse paddocks, horse arena and shelters, there is potential for diversified uses including cattle or horticulture. The comfortable 3 bed home in an elevated position enjoys relaxing views to the dam from the wide verandah. Kids will have plenty of space to kick a ball, ride their bikes or horses or just have fun exploring. Great location only 2mins from North Arm State School and 8 mins to Eumundi.

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