S har ing the communit y voi ce of Eumundi and it s hinte rland Issue 18, Thursday 22 April 2021
The space countdown is on
Did you know that a children’s book written and illustrated right here in Eumundi is currently aboard the International Space Station?
between the Australian Library and Information Assn (ALIA) with publisher Scholastic Australia, the Australian Space Agency and the Office of the Chief Scientist.
On Wednesday 19 May at 11am, local author Philip Bunting’s book Give Me Some Space! will be read live from the International Space Station— by a NASA astronaut—to over 1 million children simultaneously across Australia and New Zealand.
Promoting the value of shared reading and the joy of books, National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is an annual event hosted by ALIA. Each year, one book is selected to be read simultaneously in many places including libraries, schools, preschools, homes and bookshops around Australia and New Zealand. Cont. p3
The book reading is a collaborative initiative
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Vote for Eumundi this week Great news - Eumundi is a finalist for the Small Tourism Town Awards. Support our community and vote by visiting Queensland Tourism Industry Council awards website www.qtic. com.au/top-tourism-award/top-town-voting/. You may vote for your favourite large and small tourist town. Public voting will determine the winners. Everyone who votes goes in the draw to win a $2000 Apollo Motorhome Travel Package. Voting closes 11.59pm Monday 26 April.
Sunshine Sounds Festival 1-2 May Eumundi Showgrounds The sun is shining again and with Covid19 restrictions lifted, excitement is building for the upcoming Sunshine Sounds Festival at the Eumundi Showgrounds on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May. There’s a stellar line-up heading to our little patch of paradise—including Kate Miller-Heidke, Busby Marou, Miiesha, Katie Noonan, Asha Jefferies, Sahara Beck and a host of amazing local artists including Andrea Kirwin and the Yama-Nui Social Club, The Dreggs, Band of Frequencies and more. For info and links for tickets, visit www.sunshinesoundsfestival.com.
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MILLER-HEIDKE • BUSBY MAROU Nesting boxes for Black Summer KATE Bookfest Noosa 30 April-2 May MIIESHA • KATIE NOONAN fire survivors ASHA JEFFERIES • JACK CARTY • SAHARA BECK 9am to 5pm You are invited to attend the DIY day when Hollow Log Homes will be at Landcare’s Rural Futures Centre, Pavilion St Pomona on 22 May. Learn how to build your own nesting box, get help with design, hints and tips on nesting-hollow habitats, and the installation and monitoring of nest boxes. Contact Noosa Landcare, phone 5485 2155 or email office@ noosalandcare.org.
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in M over 30Ucountries Cont. from p1 Philip says his books—now translated into T I multiple X OZlanguages TIX .CO .A around the world—deliberately encourage playful interaction between the reader and child. This allows his books to create a platform for genuine intergenerational engagement and fun. Imperial hotel logo
This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland
Philip grew up in England’s Lake District. He found his way to Eumundi with wife Laura (also a children’s book author) and their young children Leo, Florence and Arthur in 2017, via time in the Middle East and Sydney. Give Me Some Space! is available in local bookshops and libraries. Remember to register for the free event at alia.org.au/nss in the next fortnight, then at 11am on 19 May watch the astronaut reading Philip’s book. 3
Community life Songkran: Thai new year festival Last Sunday, a crowd of members of a number of Thai communities and locals came together for a most enjoyable celebration of the Thai New Year Songkran Festival. Highlights of the day were the parade along Memorial Dr, blessings for the monks, the Miss Songkran competition, a children’s concert, dancing, and food and culture stalls aplenty all helped to make it a special day for all. Thai girl in Samlor
Honorary Consul General Royal Thai Consulate Brisbane: Andrew Park (left), President Sunshine Coast Thai Community Assn: Jang Etheridge, Gold Coast Thai Community representative: Pon Genau, and Member for Ninderry: Dan Purdie
Presentations to the Monks, visitors from the Gold Coast
All the colour of the parade
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Notice of Annual General Meeting 3pm, Sunday 23 May 2021 @ Imperial Hotel, Eumundi. All Welcome Eumundi District Swimming Club PO Box 487, Eumundi 4562 Leaders such as Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart and Tourism Noosa CEO Mel Anderson enjoyed a cuppa, supported by local businesses and farmers. Sconetime has spread to Buderim and Glasshouse, but Cooroy will always be ‘home’.
Landline meets Sconetime The 100 plus guests at Martin Duncan’s popular Sconetime on 13 April in the Cooroy Memorial Hall smiled for the camera, while indulging the delicious scones, jam and cream with bottomless cups of coffee and tea. The spreading fame of Sconetime will feature in a forthcoming ABC Landline series program. Several first timers including Helen and Diana from Peregian Springs—who learnt about the event after reading a copy of Eumundi Voice at the Eumundi Markets—joined Jean, Ivy, Dawn and Iris who have not missed since the morning teas began. Regulars Marg Thompson and David Duncan brought neighbour Carolyn Blissett who vows to return. Martin, the indefatigable perfect host, introduced his band of volunteer helpers and presented Kim McCosker, a local author of 40 cookbooks and a huge supporter, with her own dainty cup and saucer.
Martin plans a Scone-Off competition on 20 June between Noosa/Cooroy, Mary Valley and Glasshouse Mtns with categories for CWAs, Cafes and B&Bs. Proceeds will go to Riding for the Disabled. Sconetime in Cooroy is the second Tuesday of each month. Bookings essential for the $8 morning tea, go to www.trybooking.com/ BPNTH or phone 0473 902 261.
Autumn plant sale Botanic Gardens Cooroy On Saturday 24 April 7am-11am, pick up and enjoy some of the loveliest and best caredfor plants propagated by the Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens. There will be foliage plants like alocasias, philodendrons, and caladiums, bromeliads, ferns, cordylines, succulents and Australian native plants as well as beehive ginger, heliconias and bat plants, all of which are flowering now in the gardens and look spectacular. There is no need to make an appointment but social distancing applies. Picnicking welcome until noon. See www. noosabotanicgardensfriends.com.
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Nirali and Sagar outside PC’s, Pizza and Burger Bar Concerned by the impact of Covid19 on their careers as a data analyst and laboratory technician, and supported by Brisbane family, they decided to fast forward plans and move to the Sunshine Coast. Eumundi beckoned with a business they could call their own and the appeal of a more relaxed lifestyle. Since purchasing the business, the couple have focussed on upgrading equipment and sourcing local suppliers to deliver an enhanced menu and quality product. Sagar and Nirali are encouraged by the positive feedback and opportunities for community engagement in Eumundi.
Sean and Leanne McCarthy Welcome to newly arrived couple Sean and Leanne McCarthy who took the opportunity presented by Covid19 and more flexible working arrangements to make the move from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast. Leanne, an IT specialist, works from home in Eumundi with the occasional trip to her office and family in Brisbane, while semi-retired husband Sean is able to relax and enjoy their new lifestyle. They are both looking forward to getting settled into their Eumundi home and becoming involved in the community. 8
Amber Seggie and Ryan Griffin In 2020, Ryan and Amber both lost their jobs in Sydney and quickly moved in with parents whilst converting a campervan. Then they rushed across the NSW-QLD border at the end of July after they had decided to move to the Sunshine Coast. Between buying a “perfect fixer-upper home” on Caplick Way, becoming involved in community sports with the Sunshine Coast Baseball Assn, and finding work for Amber in hospitality in Noosa and Ryan in full-time advertising and marketing based out of Noosaville, they’ve settled in!
Tanya Wilschke now at Salon Eumundi Welcome to Tanya Wilschke. She has always had a love for a small local community so made the tree change to Eumundi. Before joining Salon Eumundi recently, Tanya worked and trained in a high-end salon in Melbourne. She also worked behind (and in front of ) the scenes in the fashion industry and moved to Sydney to work in the first Australian Toni&Guy Salon. Her experience includes overseas salons and Davison Hair Noosa. Tanya commented that her varied experience and love of enhancing a client’s natural beauty are the keys to being a quality stylist. Her everyday motto is “Keep it simple”.
Lest We Forget
with their two children, Helen and Alan, and grew bananas. In the 1970’s Dick moved into a house in Memorial Drive. Subsequent owners later relocated the house to its current position behind the restaurant Bohemian Bungalow. In his later years, he spent most days talking with locals, planting and pruning shrubs especially around the memorial trees, “for the children”, he said. Dick died 11 March 1987. Eileen Walder
Both images courtesy of Heritage Library at Nambour, Sunshine Coast Council
Not a Hero by Clyde Hamilton
Dick Caplick: One of our own diggers Decorated WWI digger, Richard “Dick” Caplick is synonymous with Eumundi. A legendary timber cutter, he helped clear much of the land for pioneer farms and homesteads. Caplick Park, recognised by Sunshine Coast Council as one of the most used and loved parks, was Dick’s creation stemming from his love of children and plants. Born 17 August 1893 in Canungra, the sixth of 11 children to German migrants Fredericka and Frederick Caplick, he attended Eumundi Provisional School after the family arrived in 1901. Dick left school aged 12, becoming a fencer. At 17 years old, he joined older brother Auguste clearing properties including 73 acres of thick timber in Doonan for the Ball family. Dick’s skill on the ‘springboard’ while cutting timber and his expertise at the ‘drive’ where one tree on a hillside is cut down and rolled, taking all the other half-cut trees with it, made him a living legend. Injuries from timber cutting initially prevented Dick from joining the forces in WWI. However, he was successful on his second attempt, in May 2017. He served in Belgium, becoming an Acting Lance Corporal, then in France at Villiers-Bretonneux and Wiancourt where he was severely injured and shipped back to England. On his return to Eumundi, Dick was granted a soldier’s settlement in Eerwah Vale. He married Maud Sanderson. Later moving to Seib Road 10
WWII veteran (2/16th Battalion) The ANZAC Day march was over - the old Digger had done his best. His body ached from marching - it was time to sit and rest. He made his way to a park bench and sat with lowered head. A young boy passing saw him - approached and politely said, “Please sir, do you mind if I ask you what the medals you wear are for? Did you get them for being a hero, when fighting in a war?” Startled, the old Digger moved over and beckoned the boy to sit. Eagerly the lad accepted - he had not expected this! “First of all I was not a hero,” said the old Digger in solemn tone, “But I served with many heroes, the ones that never came home. So when you talk of heroes, it’s important to understand, the greatest of all heroes gave their lives defending this land. “The medals are worn in their honour, as a symbol of respect. All Diggers wear them on Anzac Day - it shows they don’t forget.” The old Digger then climbed to his feet and asked the boy to stand. Carefully he removed the medals and placed them in his hand. He told him he could keep them - to treasure throughout his life, a legacy of a kind - left behind - paid for in sacrifice. Overwhelmed the young boy was speechless he couldn’t find words to say. It was there the old Digger left him - going quietly on his way. In the distance the young boy glimpsed him - saw him turn and wave goodbye. Saddened he sat alone on the bench - tears welled in his eyes. He never again saw him ever - but still remembers with pride, When the old Digger told him of Heroes and a young boy sat and cried.
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Commemorative Service Sunday 25th April 2021 Eumundi Amphitheatre from 7.30am for 8.00am
We invite the community to join the Eumundi & District ANZAC Day committee supported and funded by the Eumundi & District Historical Association to this year’s commemorative service to be held in the Eumundi Amphitheatre.
FREE off-street parking is available in the Markets’ carpark off Napier Road adjacent to the Amphitheatre and will be available from 7.00am. For COVID-19 contact tracing requirements, all attendees should register in advance online via www.trybooking.com/BQDKY Rotary Club of Eumundi will offer a barbecue breakfast. The service will conclude by approx. 10.30am.
Please note that this event is being conducted under an ANZAC Covid Safe checklist and is limited to 1499 persons. It also operates under an event permit from the Sunshine Coast Council. There is no March or street closure, but the service will include the ode, last post, minute’s silence, reveille, flag raising, Noosa Chorale, Noosa Pipe Band, tributes and laying of wreaths as well as the Australian and NZ National Anthems.
LEST W E F ORG E T
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The RAAF centenary The formation of the Australian Air Force was announced in the Australian Government Gazette on 31 March 1921 and following permission from the King, became the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). On its centenary this year the RAAF took its place in history as the world’s second oldest independent air force. It was a day of celebration and spectacle. His excellency, Governor-General David Hurley AC, DSC, presented the RAAF with a new Queen’s Colour. The RAAF Ensign was raised over Lake Burley Griffin and 60 historic and current RAAF aircraft flew over the skies of Canberra. Mr John Cockburn, World War II veteran and former RAAF telegraphist celebrated his 100th birthday.
The RAAF was also heavily involved in East Timor’s transition to independence. In 2003, the RAAF conducted its first combat operations since the Vietnam War with the deployment of F/A-18s of No 75 Squadron. During the Iraq War a detachment of C-130 and AP-3C Orion maritime patrol and air mobility aircraft deployed more broadly across the Middle East. In 2014, the RAAF deployed an Air Task Group to support the Iraqi forces in operations against the Islamic State. With bases all around Australia the RAAF has continued to contribute internationally and at home, providing support during natural disasters such as bushfires, cyclones, floods, and supporting the national response to the Covid19 pandemic. It is respected internationally as a highly trained, effective operational force. See australianaviation.com.au/2021/03/ raafs-centenary-photo-shows-every-aircrafttogether/ for one example of every active aircraft in its fleet. Leigh Collins and Greg Ison
On Anzac Day this year, it is fitting that we reflect on the RAAF’s place in the Anzac tradition and remember the nearly 10,000 RAAF members who gave their lives in the service of Australia during the past 100 years during a century of wars, peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance and national support operations. We must also not forget those who have suffered through injury, both physical and psychological and the families whose lives were changed forever as a result of their loved ones’ RAAF service.
Eumundi’s memorial trees
During World War II, RAAF units fought in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Indian and Pacific Oceans. They also protected Australia, its territories, and its approaches.
Queensland was the first state to establish Anzac Day as a day of remembrance, encouraging other states to make 25 April a national commemoration day.
RAAF personnel have since been involved in operations in the Cold War, the Korean war, Malaya insurgencies operations, the Vietnam war, United Nations and multi-national peace and humanitarian missions in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Pacific nations.
On 6 October 1917, the Eumundi Women’s Patriotic Committee raised £100 and planted six Queensland Figs along Main St (now Memorial Dr) and Gridley St. Later another 14 trees were planted to honour the 20 locals who never returned from WW1.
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Walter Gridley Flame Tree Memorial
Replacing Gridley St plaques 1976 Originally, a white paling fence protected the trees, and a bronze tablet gave the name, unit, date and place of death of each deceased soldier. Only five of the original figs survive, the rest being replaced over the years with camphor laurels, lily pillies, flame trees and a jacaranda.
In 1997 Eumundi’s 20 WWI Memorial Trees were added to the Queensland Heritage Register after a submission from the Eumundi and District Historical Association. Avenues of trees as memorials, and particularly those where each tree is attributed to a particular fallen serviceman, are uncommon in Queensland. Most memorials erected during or after the First World War were of the monumental type. Seven more trees have been planted above the amphitheatre to honour locals lost in WWII. Today the Memorial Trees are living reminders, admired by thousands of people visiting our historic town. Eileen Walder
By the 1970s, many plaques had deteriorated or been lost. Maroochy Shire Council replaced the surviving 12 and the originals were donated to the Eumundi Museum. The honour board in the Eumundi School of Arts Hall names the 105 who enlisted from Eumundi and the surrounding district. Among those memorialised are Walter (Ted) Gridley, the great-grandson of Joseph Gridley, first settler in the Eumundi district. Ted died 28 July 1918 in France. Frank Morgan killed on 9 October 1917, was a timber feller who enlisted with his brother Bert. Bert survived, as did their mate, Dick Caplick. Both returned to Eumundi. Herbert William Cooke served in Gallipoli, dying on 30 June 1915. His father, GH Cooke, came to Eumundi in 1911 to be the schoolmaster. He also lost two stepsons, Jabez 21 August 1916 and Cyril Abraham 20 October 1918. However, a third became arguably Australia’s oldest WW1 surviving soldier. Eric Abraham died at a Brisbane nursing home aged almost 104 years. He had walked 270 km from Warwick to Brisbane to enlist with 28 others calling themselves the ‘Dungaree Diggers’. Only 17, he convinced his Eumundi mother to sign papers for him to serve like his brothers. On 21 April 1918 Eric witnessed the taking down of the infamous Red Baron who had shot down 80 Allied planes. In 1999 Eric published his autobiography A Dungaree Digger.
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Mother’s Day
would often bring back sweets and treats for their mothers. The day is also significant as the rules of food adhered to during Lent are relaxed and the family can enjoy a family feast. Now with commercialisation, the celebration of Mothering Sunday is similar to Mother’s Day when mothers are pampered and showered with gifts, sweets and flowers—as they should be!
History of Mother’s Day Mother’s Day, a celebration in recognition or honour of a mother or mother-like figure in the family, is observed in over 70 countries throughout the world. In Australia this year it will be held on 9 May. Though many may take a cynical view of Mother’s Day as a commercial opportunity to sell cards and flowers, the celebrations actually have ancient roots. The ancient Greeks honoured Rhea, consort of Cronus and mother of the gods. The Romans also had their own Great Mother, and in March each year offerings would be brought to her temple in Rome. In the 20th century, Anna Jarvis, the daughter of an American peace activist who had cared for wounded soldiers during the American Civil War, started a campaign to make Mother’s Day a recognised holiday in the US. Eventually she was successful, and in 1911 all US states began celebrating it as a holiday on the second Sunday of May. Australia, Canada, NZ and China followed suit. Many nations around the world celebrate on different days and recognise it as a holy festival. In some countries Mother’s Day celebrates either the beginning of spring or spring equinox. In the UK and some parts of Europe, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the fourth Sunday in Lent and is known as Mothering Sunday. The key difference is that Mothering Sunday is an old Christian holiday and although mothers are honoured on this day, the term ‘mothering’ actually refers to the ‘Mother Church’ or the day when young people who had left home and gone into service could have the day off and return home to their home or Mother Church for a service. Children 14
2021 Annual Mother’s Day orchid show Noosa District Orchid and Foliage Society will host the orchid show at the CWA Hall Maple St Cooroy on Friday 7 May 8.30am-4.30pm and Saturday 8.30am-2.30pm. Beautiful and unusual orchids grown by members will be on display. Gold coin admission, raffle tickets on sale. Enquiries 0422 225 965.
Does this remind you of your Mum?
I’m going to ask your father to put a brick on your head—you’re growing so fast. Just wait till you’re my age. How many times have I told you? You have to go through the bad times to enjoy the good times. Do as I say, not as I do. I’ve forgotten more than you will ever know. If I want an opinion, I will give it to you. Just wait until your father gets home. If you don’t wear your raincoat, you will get a cold. One thing you can’t change is that I will always be your Mother. One day you will thank me for this.
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Flood monitoring equipment Flood monitoring equipment will soon be installed at the intersection of Eumundi Noosa Road and Beddington Road. The flood monitoring cameras and sensors will provide real time information to TMR and motorists about the height of water during a flooding event, and will help improve safety and response times. This work is due to be completed between now and June, well in time for the next wet season, and is jointly funded by the State and Federal Government.
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Anzac Day Community members are invited to Eumundi State School student-led Anzac Day service tomorrow Friday 23 April 9.30am on the terraces adjacent to the CWA hall. Limited seating available.
Meet and Greet in Doonan Unfortunately due to last month’s snap three day lockdown of the greater Brisbane area, I had to postpone my scheduled meet and greet at Flying West Roasters in Doonan. The new date will be Wednesday 5 May, from 10am-1pm. If you are keen to have a chat, give me a call to book a time. Grant news Congratulations to Eumundi Tennis Club, who received a $30,000 grant to upgrade their courts in the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. The current round closes at the end of this month, on 30 April. Grants of up to $1,000 are now also available for not for profit groups, schools and community organisations to host events as part of Queensland Seniors Month, which will be held in October. For more information and to apply, visit www.qldseniorsmonth.org.au Anzac Day I am pleased to see our local schools getting ready for annual Anzac Day commemorations, after COVID impacted last year’s events. I look forward to joining both the Eumundi State School and North Arm State School as we pay tribute to all those brave men and women who served our country, and whose honour and courage we must never forget.
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Join now to receive the new kids-only library card Sunshine Coast Council libraries have collaborated with Eumundi author and illustrator Philip Bunting to create an all-new kids-only library card. The new design features a creature created by Philip, called the Pythonidae Bookmunchii Sunnycoastius, or more commonly known as the Common Bookeater Python. Sunshine Coast kids-only library cards have featured characters from well-known children’s books since 2008 and are designed to encourage children’s interest in libraries from a young age. Family Focus
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Community Harvest Swap Eumundi first birthday milestone WHERE 79 Memorial Dr Eumundi. Look for Taste of Africa. Take the driveway beside to the top. Parking available. WHEN Thursday 29 April. Set up from 10am. HOW DOES A SWAP WORK Around 10.15am it will be announced that the swap has begun. Just walk around the items and take what you are interested in. ALL ARE WELCOME Feel free to come even if you have nothing to swap. Swapping of ideas, recipes, gardening tips are also a ‘swap’. WHAT TO SWAP Seedlings, herbs, cuttings, seeds, fruits, veggies relishes, jam, empty bottles and jars, pots, tools, gardening books ... and more. Find more information at www.facebook.com/ groups/harvestswapeumundi/about/. Wendy Birrell, Harvest Swap Eumundi organiser
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Cooloola Farmers Trail On 1-2 May, this trail provides a chance to visit six inspiring Cooloola farms after a year’s break. It covers Kin Kin to Goomboorian with an easy map to plan your self-drive route for a fascinating
educational and entertaining experience. Included are Kin Kin School with its foundation Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden, the ‘Noosa Black’ coffee plantation, Cooloola Berries, Purity Essential Oils, Lindols Macadamias and Rossmount Nursery and Rural Retreat with its exotic fruits and platypus walk. Details available www.facebook.com/cooloolafarmtrail/.
Small council grants Applications are now open and close 4 May for Community Grants Program round, which supports eligible not-for-profit groups with up to $2000 to make happen those one-off projects, events and activities that benefit the Sunshine Coast community. Council has allocated $120,000 for this round. Community Portfolio Councillor David Law encouraged people to apply now for projects that encouraged volunteering and prepared our communities to gather over the summer.
Photo competition The winner of this issue’s photo competition voucher is Robson Shaw, aged 9. Robson took the picture while walking the family’s puppy dog over the soggy, yet beautiful, Easter weekend in Doonan. The judge commented, “What a great capture for such a young age.” You are invited to submit your photo to hello@EumundiVoice.com.au. Thanks to Berkelouw Books and Templeton Ginger for partnering with Eumundi Voice to sponsor this fortnightly competition.
Visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants for more information and to start an online application.
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Art and culture
Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2021 open for entries Entries are open for the 16th Sunshine Coast Art Prize—the flagship art event for the Sunshine Coast region, and one of the most coveted art awards in Australia with a prize pool of more than $30,000. The major prize-winning work will be added to the Sunshine Coast Art Collection.
D.I.V.E Theatre Collective The D.I.V.E Collective’s outdoor theatre show, Exodus, directed by Cesar Genaro, will be performed at Cotton Tree Park, Maroochydore from 7pm on 7, 14, 21 and 22 May. Tickets $25 available from https://anywhere.is/Exodus. Inspired by the stories of local migrants, Exodus is a collectively-devised contemporary physical theatre performance that focuses on real and metaphorical migrations and raises the questions: what unites people who decide to leave their native land?
Caloundra Regional Gallery Curator Jo Duke said the prize has attracted experienced and highprofile judges and that this year was no exception with Museum of Brisbane Director Renai Grace accepting the challenge to select the winning entries. Renai brings a wealth of experience from Qld’s leading cultural institutions and projects, as well as several years in the commercial gallery field. Entries close 10 May with finalists announced in June. The 40 finalists will be shown at the Caloundra Regional Gallery. See gallery. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Art-Prizes/SunshineCoast-Art-Prize.
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Play Shed workshop Eumundi Last Friday’s Paint and Sip workshop with local artist Dale Leach and hosted by Play Shed Eumundi was so well booked it was moved to a larger venue, the CWA hall. Dale is a contemporary artist, illustrator and teacher who paints in a variety of styles and subjects, with her creative and colourful landscape paintings influenced by David Hockney. During her recent Friday night workshop, Dale tutored her students to create their own version of one of her paintings of Mt Cooroy. A glass of bubbles, food, music, laughter, chat and a finished painting to take home made for a special evening. See www.facebook.com/ PlayShed-105198824193465/ for more photos and upcoming events.
Seascape by Gail Williams
Pomona Railway Station Gallery The gallery is hosting new exhibitions this month. Belle Arnold’s exhibition of textile/ fibre works using ancient techniques of felting and weaving exhibition is in the Carriage Shed until 29 April. Gail Williams’ exhibition Footsteps in the Sand shows pastel seascapes inspired by childhood holidays at King’s Beach near Caloundra is opening 1 May in the Banana Shed. Phone 0474 324 772.
I S T H E R E A R I G H T T I M E T O S E L L ?
The Real Estate Market is white hot at the moment! Which we are sure you have heard everywhere recently. As a seller should you wait a while before putting your property on the market to make sure they get the highest price. Or should you? There are some very good reasons why waiting is the wrong choice. • The bank regulator could step in later this year to restrict borrowers from taking on too much debt compared to their incomes. • If sellers all wait to sell then once they all come to market, there will be oversupply and increased competition. Once supply outweighs demand, the market will change to a buyer’s market quickly and falling prices will result. • First home buyers with stamp duty discounts and cheap debt are surging into the market helping create the spectacular prices increases but are they buyers for your property. • As life returns to normal and less people work from home again, demand in the cities may increase but your property isn’t in a city. The media will report what sells media. But if you are more concerned about selling your property in this remarkably unpredictable market, who you work with really matters.
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Sport and fitness
Five years later they are taking Peter’s unique style of teaching to Cooroy. The couple’s vision is to enable community growth and wellbeing by increasing opportunities for students who come from more distant reaches of the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland. Peter’s core belief that “you get better results through nurture” engages humour, science, and humour. He explains it is a holistic way of achieving “self-development through traditional martial arts values combined with modern wellness strategies”.
Peter and Stephanie
Success comes from understanding community When you ask Peter Zarb and Stephanie Raven why they chose Eumundi when they moved from Melbourne in 2016; they will tell you “it chose us”. Peter began his own dojos—the traditional name for a karate school—in the suburbs of Melbourne from 2008 after a 15-year apprenticeship helping in his father’s dojos and reaching third Dan Black Belt. It was in those years, observing the interactions and relationships of students who varied in ages and backgrounds, that his sense of “karate is a kind of community” was formed. So, when choosing a name for their new venture in Eumundi after realising the more traditional Japanese name (goju ryu kakurin kan karatedo) was a challenging mouthful, they settled on something that felt true to themselves. Karate Community, Eumundi reflects Peter’s belief that karate is a cooperative place of growth and development. It draws from and is inspired by the strong sense of community Peter and Stephanie felt from the moment they arrived in Eumundi, continuing today.
For timetables, class information and trials contact Peter and Steph or 0401 000 297, facebook.com/karatecommunityaus.
Tai Chi Each week a small group meets to exercise their mind and body with an hour session of Tai Chi. The small but enthusiastic group has met in several different locations over the last 20 or more years. The class now takes place under Sunny Brae, once Eumundi’s hospital, at the Eumundi Showgrounds, Memorial Dr Eumundi. Classes are 8.30am-10am. New members are always welcome, beginners and experts, so come along any Wednesday morning at 8.30am and meet Alf Newman, the instructor.
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Community Design Workshop Eumundi Placemaking Join us to help bring Memorial Drive to life! Sunshine Coast Council have been • working with the Eumundi community to develop a shared vision for Memorial Drive. In November 2020 we held ‘have your say’ events and an online survey to gather the communities’ ideas and feedback. We are now wanting to gain your ideas to translate your vision into the streetscape design. Join the community workshop to: • hear about the ideas for the street so far based on community feedback
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AGENT DELIVERS SPECIAL ATTENTION FOR OVER 50’S HOMEOWNERS Buying or selling your long-time family home can be a daunting experience. ‘Where to start and what needs doing’ are just some of the questions home owners ask themselves.
• contribute your ideas for the design and
Ideally a helping hand and some friendly advice goes a long way to put people’s minds at rest.
• help to shape the desired ‘Eumundi’ look
Paul Bielby has a gentle and consultative approach that delivers very successful outcomes and outstanding results for his valued clients.
the priorities for delivery and feel of the street.
Local business owners, traders and residents are encouraged to get involved. Come and get involved! Tuesday 4 May 2021, 5.00-7.30pm ‘The Greenroom’ Imperial Hotel Eumundi. This venue is wheelchair accessible. Please RSVP by 28 April via email to: placemaking@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au For further information please visit:
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“The seller is in control and I work for them to achieve the results in the time frame they require.” “My sellers don’t get left out on the streets looking for their next home. I have a proven formula which provides assuredness that their needs are being met during and after the sale of their home”.
GENUINE, PROFESSIONAL AND KNOWLEDGABLE “Paul was spot on with every step of the process. Advised us on what to do to maximise the sale price and he had our house sold before it was advertised. As stressful as selling and moving can be, Paul was a great support for both us as sellers and our buyers.” NERIDA - SELLER 30 maple street, cooroy 07 5447 7000 www.hinternoosa.com.au
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Environment
Pretty but perilous While looking out from our deck in the last week or two we have noticed a pretty yellow flower, but little did we know it was an invader from South America. As with so many invasive species of both flora and fauna, Easter Cassia, or Senna pendula var. glabrata, was brought to Australia as a garden plant and has proven to be a weedy marauder that can quickly overtake native vegetation. There are records showing its presence in Australia back in 1911. While only NSW and WA have declared it a weed, the QLD Dept of Agriculture and Fisheries classifies it as invasive. Easter Cassia also makes the Environmental Weeds list with Sunshine Coast Council and is included in the Noosa Council draft Biosecurity Plan as a non-scheduled invasive species. Easter Cassia grows as a shrub, up to about 5m. Around Easter it produces masses of bright yellow flowers, followed by hundreds of brown, slender seed pods up to 12cm long, each containing 5-10 seeds. Small individual plants can be removed by hand pulling, particularly in moist soil. Take care to remove the roots and consider applying mulch to discourage regrowth. Larger individuals may be dug out but once again, the whole crown must be removed to achieve long term control. This is labour intensive. Established individual plants or larger infestations may require a herbicide treatment.
Youth fighting for the Glossy Blacks Ten year old Spencer is passionate about wildlife preservation. He has been fighting to save the habitat of the vulnerable Glossy Black Cockatoos in Sunshine Beach from being developed into a nursing home and aged-care facility. The site is home to 24 Glossies. Spencer explained, “They drink in the watering hole, feed here and roost in the trees. They bring their juveniles here, so it’s a really important site.” Spencer started a Change.org petition to try to stop the proposed land clearing. His petition recently passed 25,000 signatures but he said they “need as many signatures as they can get to make the developer listen”. His petition is at http://chng.it/J92N7yx2JL. Spencer said that he felt the developer’s planned offset planting would not be effective. “This is because the feed trees take up to seven years to grow and the birds have favourite trees so they might not even feed from the new trees. Also, Glossies mourn the loss of their home trees like Koalas do.” He has involved some local schools in trying to save the site. His photographs have been used to give his presentations at Noosa Parks Association, Black & Glossy Gala, the Glossy Forum, and Noosa Climate Week to raise awareness for the birds’ plight.
If you are looking to add some sunny yellow colour to your garden, look instead to the native options such as Grevillia Honey Gem or Hairy Pea Bush, that are just as beautiful and are not likely to take over where they are not wanted.
Spencer considers the developer’s plans will also impact the abutting wallum, which is home to critically endangered plants like the Christmas Bell, endangered wallum sedgefrogs and froglets, and the endangered eastern ground parrot.
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developing nations” (www.nrdc.org/stories/). Australia’s federal and state level legislation for cleaner air, water quality, and protection of endangered species has links to this global movement. Earth Hour is our home-grown step for climate action, started in Sydney in 2007. Stories from around the world showcase the work of Earth Day’s billions of participants. For example, climate literacy and environmental education have become features of school curricula across the globe. Locally, Eumundi State School’s focuses on environment and sustainability.
Earth Day 22 April Earth Day was initiated in 1969 at a UNESCO Conference in San Francisco, when peace activist John McConnell proposed a day to honour the Earth and the concept of peace. It is now a global event for environmental action. In 2016, the United Nations chose Earth Day as the day to sign the Paris Climate Agreement. Now in 2021, nearly every state and country in the world participates. The Agreement establishes a “framework for global climate action, including the mitigation of, and adaptation to, climate change, the transparent reporting and strengthening of climate goals, and support for
On Earth Day’s 50th anniversary, Youth Ambassadors from across the globe showcased civic and personal commitment to protect biodiversity, manage waste, work to reach net zero carbon emissions, save natural resources and educate others. At our national level, many organisations provide education. The peak professional body is the Australian Association of Environmental Educators (AAEE). the Sunshine Coast Environmental Council has many local active groups, as does the Noosa Environmental Education Hub. The Earth Day Organisation’s focus is also on conservation and restoration. Since 2010 its Canopy Project has empowered rural and urban communities to conserve and restore tree cover, rebuild local economies and plant hundreds of millions of trees in 32 countries. Clean Up Australia Day is part of this global network. In 2019, over 36 million people in 169 countries participated in clean-ups on a single day. Ruth Hickey, Eumundi
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News from Div 9 Cr Maria Suarez Do you live on a rural property? Do you have a bushfire plan? You are invited to a free bushfire information night to learn how to prepare for, and manage fire, on your property and in the surrounding landscape. Council has partnered with the Queensland Fire and Biodiversity Consortium (QFBC), a program of Healthy Land and Water, the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, and the Rural Fire Service, to host the session. You will learn about fire management and agency programs, how to prepare your home and property for bushfire, find out how to make an evacuation plan and receive practical advice from the Rural Fire Service, the Queensland Fire and Biodiversity Consortium, and Sunshine Coast Council. The session will also include fire management
roles and responsibilities, fire season planning and preparation, as well as managing fire regimes to protect and enhance native vegetation. A small number of landholders on acreage may also be eligible to register for a practical, property planning fire workshop. The session will take place on Thursday 6 May from 5.30pm to 8.30pm at the council hall at 60 Fellowship Dr, Doonan. Numbers are limited and registration is essential, so if you would like to attend, please RSVP to rsvp@ hlw.org.au with your name and phone number by Monday 1 May. This project is supported by the Australian Government’s Bushfire Recovery package for wildlife and habitat. If you have other feedback or suggestions, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Cr Maria Suarez, Div 9 Sunshine Coast Council
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National Volunteers Week To mark National Volunteers Week 16-23 May, readers are invited to share a memory about a local volunteer’s work or a group project which has especially benefited Eumundi and hinterland communities. Please email your up-to-100 words tribute to hello@EumundiVoice.com.au by Wednesday, 28 April.
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NOMINATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 10 MAY 2021 The Awards will recognise employees and business operators within our town and community who: • Do their job well, consistently and with a warm smile, • Go the extra mile to achieve highly in whatever the work situation dictates, • Represent the town and community of Eumundi and 4562 in a positive and welcoming manner.
Pride of Work Awards Night: Thursday 27 May 2021 EUMUNDI ROTARY PRIDE OF WORK NOMINATION FORM Nominations close Monday 10 May 2021 Name of proposed award recipient Name of workplace Contact details of person making the nomination: Ph
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Can this property price growth go on forever?
This question is being asked daily and our response is the same – the current market conditions in the Hinterland are in play because of a number of factors: • Covid induced international travel restrictions – meaning more money is available to be spent in our region • The desire to adopt a more simple, sustainable lifestyle • Privacy concerns, traffic congestion and ‘party houses’ prevalent on the coastal strip • An exodus by a more mature age demographic from the capital cities to regions • Incredibly low interest rates Are these factors likely to change? Certainly not in the next 12 to 24 months, which means these buoyant conditions will remain. Reinforcing this mindset is the fact that we receive calls daily from potential buyers from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane declaring they have made the decision to sell and move to our region. If you’re considering capitalising on these conditions please contact Kess or Graham to put a plan in place.
Kess Prior 0404 344 399 kess@hinternoosa.com.au
Graham Smith 0408 874 888 grahams@hinternoosa.com.au
POSITION AND POTENTIAL
OFFERS OVER $695,000
Right in the heart of town and over 100 years old, this charming original cottage has all the features of its era including timber French doors, wide Hoop Pine flooring, high ceilings and VJ wall panelling. There is a covered deck overlooking a private, tropical front garden, an open plan lounge and dining area, 2 big bedrooms with built ins, main bathroom with spa bath and separate shower plus external laundry on back deck. Creative artists will love the studio and bathroom underneath! Set on 726m2 and Zoned Medium Density Residential this property provides an opportunity to develop further.
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OUR WAITING LIST OF BUYERS AND TENANTS IS PILING UP! WE DESPERATELY NEED MORE HOMES FOR THEM. IF YOU CAN HELP, PLEASE CONTACT OUR TEAM FOR AN UPDATE ON CURRENT MARKET VALUES.
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