Eumundi Voice, Issue 63 - 2 March 2023

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION

Tuesday 7th March 2023, CWA Hall, Eumundi

EUMUNDI WOMEN ROCK - A ROLLING BREAKFAST

Muffins, tea, coffee and scones from 8 am till 11.30 am

Open Mic for women’s stories and wisdom 3 mins each

Rock amplified music

This year’s theme is Embrace Equity

No booking needed. All welcome

WHAT’S ON?

Noosa Botanic Gardens

Noosa Botanic Gardens has something for everyone on 5 March and the first Sunday of each month. From 8.30am join a guided walk with a volunteer from Friends of the Garden for an easy stroll highlighting the gardens’ special features. From 9am sip on a coffee and make your way to the shade garden, home to more exotic garden species. From 10am unpack your chair under the poincianas and listen to music. The gardens’ very popular plant sale will be held from 7am-12noon on 25 March. Visit: facebook. com/NoosaBotanicGardens

Horizon Festival

The 2023 Horizon Festival from 25 August to 3 September will showcase culture, music, visual art, theatre, dance, comedy and creative workshops with the festival hub at Cotton Tree and featuring a Spiegeltent.

Horizon Festival, supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), called for submissions from Sunshine Coast-based artists to create new projects or work as part of Homegrown – an initiative developed in response to Covid. Three local artists will present projects across the festival bringing back to life forgotten or invisible places on the

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Sunshine Coast. After feedback from the 2022 festival this year’s program offers more free experiences, food and family entertainment. Visit: horizonfestival.com.au.

Katie Rose Hospice fundraiser

Save the date of 10 June for the second annual Katie Rose Cottage Hospice Forget-me-not Gala at Alba Noosa restaurant. The dinner is a key fundraiser for the hospice which relies heavily on donations to remain open. Tickets will be available shortly but now is the time to get a table together. Anyone interested in donating a prize or sponsoring part of the event can contact: leigh@katierosecottage.org.au.

Australian Body Art Festival

The Australian Body Art Festival is set to return home to Eumundi in April 2024 under the auspices of the Eumundi & District Historical Association Inc. The first event was originally held in Eumundi in 2008 and over time moved to Cooroy. The website is currently being updated to keep artists and the community up-to-date with progress on re-establishing this event. Visit: australianbodyart.com.au.

LOCAL ISSUES

Medicare’s midlife crisis

With the closure of yet another medical practice on the Sunshine Coast many residents are feeling the pressure when it comes to being able to see their local GP when they need to. Closures of practices in Nambour, Pomona, Imbil and most recently Montville mean patients in these communities need to travel further to seek medical treatment.

Eumundi has not been immune to this scenario. In July 2010 Eumundi Family Medical Centre closed after the clinic owners and five others on the Coast went into receivership. The medical practice was re-established in May 2011 when Eumundi Combined Community Organisation Ltd (ECCO) acquired the centre and sourced and employed staff and a GP to re-open the clinic. ECCO subsidised its operation for the first two years from funds generated from the ECCO carpark, until after negotiations with Ochre Health the practice was purchased with funding support from the federal government’s GP Super Clinic Program.

Practice closures have reportedly been due to GP and staff shortages and financial reasons with the Imbil clinic reporting it had been running at a loss for over two years. Pre-Covid gaps in rural and remote healthcare were largely filled by overseas-trained graduates, but border closures meant those roles were left unfilled. Besides the difficulty attracting new doctors, existing GPs are on the brink of burnout and retiring earlier. Australia’s universal healthcare system Medicare

started in 1984 and now appears to be having a midlife crisis with reform desperately needed. A report released by the Grattan Institute on 4 December 2022 called A new Medicare: strengthening general practice, makes numerous recommendations including that the federal government needs to “expand access by making general practice a team sport, with more clinicians using all their skills to share the load with GPs”.

The report suggests the government should “fund 1,000 new nurses, physiotherapists, mental health clinicians, pharmacists and other allied health workers in the highest-need communities to work within general practices alongside GPs and provide fee-free care”.

The issues around healthcare are complex and there are many factors that need to be addressed to relieve the pressures on our over-burdened health system. Medicare’s midlife crisis does not appear to be ending anytime soon and unfortunately it is the patients who will suffer, potentially delaying care and adding further pressure to an already at-capacity hospital system. Tania Watson

Long lunch with Leisel Jones – 8 March

Leisel Jones is best known for her success in the pool as one of Australia’s most prominent swimming champions. Her inspirational message of hope can be enjoyed over a long lunch on International Women’s Day (IWD), 8 March from 11.30am-1.30pm at Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.

When speaking with Leisel last year she came across as an authentic, modest and wise woman who has experienced many of the highs and lows of life both personally and in the pool. She has a kind and gentle way of speaking her truth that packs a real punch.

Leisel's life lessons in her personal and swimming career will engage and inspire. Also speaking on the day is local radio personality and sports commentator, Ash Gierke.

Bookings: tinyurl.com/2t8wemjb. Janet Millington

Joined-Up Thinking – 14 March

As part of IWD celebrations Dr Hannah Critchlow will speak about her latest book, Joined-Up Thinking, at Noosaville Library from 2.30-3.30pm on 14 March.

Dr Critchlow is a neuroscientist from Cambridge University and wrote about how we can harness brain power productively and tap into our intuitive powers. Joined-Up Thinking was inspired by the Sunshine Coast, largely researched and written at Noosa Library Service, and features artwork from Qld artist Alicia Adams. Visit: tinyurl.com/yc66j6yc.

Zonta Club breakfast – 8 March

The Zonta Club of Noosa invites you to celebrate IWD on 8 March with a buffet breakfast from 7am at Noosa Springs Resort. Guest speaker is The Hon. Margaret McMurdo, former president of the Queensland Court of Appeal and the first female president of an appellate court in Australia. Bookings: tinyurl.com/28jxmsdb.

Embrace Equity Art Exhibition

– 8-30 March

To mark IWD on 8 March the Sonder Studio Gallery in Cooroy will open its Embrace Equity Art Exhibition to run until 30 March. On 8 March there will be artist talks and creative demonstrations from 10am-12noon followed by lunch. Meet potter Charmaine Lyons, bookmaker and greensmith Kathleen Hunt, weaver Kigali Nielsen, painter Nikita Fitzpatrick, lamp-work glassmaker Ursula Wolsoncroft and place-based song and improviser Jeunae Rogers.

The exhibition is the result of the combined efforts of the Sonder Gallery, The Women’s Collaborate Network and the Qld Social Enterprise Council. While the exhibition is free bookings are essential for the demonstrations and lunch. Visit: sondergallery.com.

Eumundi Women Rock! – 7 March

Join the CWA ladies on 7 March to celebrate IWD at the ‘Eumundi Women Rock - a rolling’ breakfast from 8-11.30am at the CWA Hall Eumundi. Muffins, scones, tea and coffee will be served to rock amplified music to celebrate. There will also be an open microphone for women to share stories of wisdom. No bookings required and all are welcome.

ON THIS DAY

A woman’s place

International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and promotes equality. Cont. p18

This page is sponsored from funds raised from market car parking to acknowledge and support Eumundi’s

the 60s there was considerable apprehension in the trade commissioner service about the appointment of women to senior positions. The paper cited an assessment by the head of the service that a “relatively young attractive woman could operate with some effectiveness, in a subordinated capacity” but not as a trade commissioner. Some of the difficulties he foresaw included:

• Women could not mix as freely with businessmen as men did.

Cont. from p17

While women and girls pursuing careers of their choice is entirely feasible today that wasn’t always the case. A research paper Emissaries of Trade: a history of the Australian trade commissioner service traced the contribution made by the trade commissioner service to the economic prosperity of Australia. Visit: tinyurl.com/8a3nvxpb. The service was established in 1933 and, like many other organisations in Australia, was maledominated for much of its early life.

It was 34 years before a woman, Beryl Wilson, was appointed as a trade commissioner. In

• Women would find it difficult over a career to stand the variety of strains and stresses –mental and physical – which came with the role.

• Male trade commissioners usually had a wife to run the household. A woman trade commissioner would have all of that on top of her “normal work”.

• Spinster women could turn into “something of a battleaxe with the passing years” whereas “a man usually mellowed”.

Rhonda Piggott

Eumundi Rotary Club

Eumundi Voice supports PTSD Dogs

Eumundi Voice recently donated $600 in conjunction with the Rotary Clubs of Noosa Heads, Noosa, Noosa Daybreak and Cooroy to purchase 30 legitimate assistance dog jackets for PTSD Dogs Australia. PTSD Dogs Australia is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to rescuing, rehoming and training of suitable displaced and unwanted dogs to support and assist individuals suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

PTSD Dogs Australia had been using a brand of dog harness that was also available to the public. Unfortunately as they can be purchased by anyone, these jackets have been seen in shopping centres with illegitimate assistance dog badging on them, to create fake assistance dog jackets.

With the jackets now given out to handlers and foster carers, Angie Weeks, the CEO of PTSD dogs has noted a major change in public awareness.

“This has made getting out and about with our assistance dogs and assistance dogs-in-training much easier. The jackets are so clear and visible for our handlers that the public now see the ‘do not touch’ and ‘do not distract' on their jackets.”

“This is the outcome we hoped for and we are incredibly grateful to Eumundi Voice and the Rotary Clubs for their donation.” For more information visit: ptsddogs.org.au.

Congratulations to Coolum local Michele Lipner for being named Sunshine Coast Citizen of the Year. She was honoured for her dedication to helping others, reducing food waste and advocating for behavioural change. Michele is the founder and coordinator of the local chapter of Australia’s leading food rescue organisation OzHarvest.

Michele and her team of volunteers collect more than 15,000kg of quality surplus food from 40 food donors monthly and redistribute it to 45 agencies to feed people in need. The organisation raises more than awareness, it delivers a range of programs Including Cooking for a Cause and Food Education and Sustainability Training to help empower the community to make great sustainability choices.

Grow It Local awards

Are you a home gardener with a wonky vegetable or interesting chook name? Are you proud of your veggie patch and produce? Why not enter the annual Grow It Local awards and help us celebrate simple home-grown food. The awards are open until 30 March.

Post an image of your entry on Facebook or Instagram and in your caption make sure you hashtag #growitlocal, tag growitlocal. Mention Sunshine Coast Council and the category you want to enter. For a full list of categories visit the Grow It Local website.

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Eumundi streetscape workshop Council’s placemaking team will be conducting a workshop at the end of March with key Eumundi community groups to assist in understanding the Memorial Dr streetscape design. The session aims to explain in detail the community engagement and design processes undertaken by council and give an opportunity for Eumundi representatives to share their perspectives and work through problem solving.

There will also be council and private consulting topic experts at the workshop to answer questions and allow the group to better understand:

• Pedestrian, movement, traffic and parking

• Character, place and heritage interpretation

• Maintenance and town pride.

This workshop is by invitation only however a summary of the session and an update on the detailed design will be provided to the broader community for information. Thank you in advance

to the community groups, businesses and residents who have been on this journey with council and are willing to attend this final session to understand the process, purpose and extent of shaping Memorial Dr.

Community planting day Join the Eumundi Bushcare Group to increase habitat along the North Maroochy River. Come along to the free family-friendly community planting day from 9am-10.30am on Sunday 26 March at Eumundi Noosa Rd Reserve, Eumundi. You can help plant native trees, shrubs and ground-cover to improve and build resilience of the important waterway. Bookings essential. RSVP via email: leah.tearle@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

If you have any questions email: david.law@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and follow my Facebook page for regular updates: @DavidLawDivision10. Div 10 Cr David Law, 0437 825 569

Help create a place of cherished nature and ecological wonder

It's time to have your say on the Sunshine Coast Ecological Park draft master plan. Council is proposing to restore former farming pasture in the hinterland to lush rainforest creating a place of cherished nature and ecological wonder for generations to discover and enjoy. Submissions open 6 March and close 20 March. Visit Council's website for more details.

Council traineeship opportunities

Calling all high school graduates and uni students! Are you looking to gain valuable skills, work experience and get paid? Apply by 12 March for a Sunshine Coast Council traineeship! Our trainees are paid to learn on-the-job for 12 months and complete a certificate qualification. Sound good? Visit Council's website to apply. Watch Council’s

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Ride to school for your chance to win

Ride, scoot or skate to school on National Ride2School Day on Friday 24 March for your chance to win! Four lucky students will win bike shop vouchers valued at $500*. Register on Council’s website before 5pm on 24 March. *Conditions apply.

Watch Council's next Ordinary Meeting online or at Sunshine Coast City Hall Chambers – 23 March at 9am

Mowing grass has never been greener

This is all thanks to Council’s new fleet of zero emission, 100 per cent electric ride-on mowers. The five new mowers are environmentally friendly and reduce noise pollution by 50 per cent. The fully electric mowers join Council's eco-friendly fleet of vehicles and plant tools, demonstrating Council’s sustainability commitment.

'Everyone Belongs' on the Sunshine Coast

Celebrate our vibrant and diverse region with Harmony Week in 2023 beginning 20 March. Head to Council's website to find out all the festivities taking place across the region.

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What! No Elmo or Bluey?

Watching littlies in a café recently glued to Wi-Fi tablets, iPads and mobiles I longed to transport them and their parents back to the 40s and 50s.

After WW1 boys' toys included toy guns, board games involving bombing battleships and making model planes and ships from Balsa wood or metal Meccano sets (no Lego for us!). Lucky ones had pedal cars like army jeeps. Many made their own toys, miniature furniture or built radio sets and tinkered with tools and household equipment when not helping with chores.

Girls played at being future wives and mothers, learning to crochet, knit and hand sew. During this time 40% of girls’ clothing was home-made.

Tour de turtle

Two critically endangered loggerhead turtles that nested on Sunshine Coast beaches last December have had GPS trackers installed as part of a collaborative research project with Dr Colin Limpus from the Qld Govt Department of Environment and Science.

These majestic sea creatures can now be followed in real time with trackers sending GPS data on their location after they surface for a breath. The turtles are named First Lady and Bullumby, which means “beautiful one’’ in Kabi Kabi, and have left our shores to migrate home. SCC's TurtleCare Conservation Officer, Kate Hofmeister, said excitement was high within Sunshine Coast TurtleCare with volunteers keeping a close eye on the turtles’ migration movements. “Since the 1970s loggerhead turtles nesting along the Qld coastline have decreased by almost 90% due to a number of threats. This makes every nest and egg critical to the ongoing survival and recovery of this critically endangered population.”

Help these precious creatures by reporting turtle tracks, new nests and emerging hatchlings to the Turtle Care hotline or Coolum and North Shore Coast Care. For sightings on the southern end of the coast phone 0437 559 067 and for sightings from Mooloolaba north call Coolum and North Shore Coast Care on 0478 435 377.

To follow the trail of First Lady and Bullumby visit the live map at: tinyurl.com/5fhw3dfk.

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