Eumundi Voice - Issue 81, 9 November 2023 by EumundiVoice

Eumundi Rotar y shar ing the voices of Eumundi and sur round s Issue 81, Thursday 9 November 2023

HALLOWEEN WITH THE JOURNEYMEN More than 300 people attended a free Halloween party at the Old Scout Hall on 28 October run by the recently formed not-for-profit organisation The JourneyMen with the support of the Eumundi District Community Association (EDCA) and Eumundi Community Gardens. There was fun for all the family with games, puzzles, an escape room, food, live music and costume prizes. Will McIntyre is the founder and inspiration behind The JourneyMen and was encouraged by the large turnout. “For our first event it went extremely well. In the future we hope to expand

on the idea. Our aim is to try and build a better community and improve understanding of what it means to be a community.” The JourneyMen promote inclusiveness, uniting men as leaders and inviting them to come together in a safe space. “Throughout our journey together so far we have grown and connected with many like-minded people,” said Will. Men who would like to join the group can visit: t.ly/ R6irp. For businesses interested in supporting The JourneyMen visit: t.ly/Kja7x.

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R E M E M B R A N C E DAY in Eumundi

Council says “yea”

Saturday 11 November 2023 Service commences at 10.45am

Sunshine Coast Council (SSC) councillors met on 26 October to discuss and vote on the proposed supermarket development at 10 Memorial Dr, Eumundi. The motion was “that council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to notify the Planning and Environment Court and parties to the appeal that council contends for the approval of the development application, the subject of the appeal, subject to reasonable and relevant conditions." The outcome of the vote was in favour of the resolution with four in favour and two against. Two members abstained from voting due to conflicts of interest. “I was elected to represent my community and over the past four years the community has made their views crystal clear regarding this matter. They are looking to have this approved today. I am urging everyone in the room to show their support so we can move forward and represent our community, not only in Division 10 but the whole of the Sunshine Coast,” said Cr David Law. The process is now with the courts which will control the application’s progress.

Assembly Point: Pte. McIntyre Memorial Tree Memorial Drive, Eumundi (opposite the Post Office) One (1) minute silence will be observed at 11.00am sharp. The Church Bell will ring across town in honour of this important commemoration. All stallholders, businesses, residents and visitors are encouraged to attend. We also encourage the community to participate in the minute silence.

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WHAT’S ON?

Woodford Folk Festival Garage Sale Trail book sale Are you interested in books? Noosaville Library is looking to re-home some well loved library items. As part of the Garage Sale Trail from 9am3pm on 18 November the library is hosting a sale of pre-loved books. Celebrate the joy of reading and give books a new chapter in their story. Save the date, bring your book bag and make the Garage Sale Trail a literary fiesta! Fill a bag for $10, cash only.

The Woodford Folk Festival program has been released and is jam packed with events and performances. Now in its 36th year the festival is a crowd-pleaser and will run from 27 December to 1 January. Billed as the largest gathering of artists and musicians in Australia there’s something for everyone. Visit: woodfordfolkfestival.com.

Full Moon Dance Verrierdale Hall will come alive again from 7pm on 25 November at 460 Verrierdale Rd, Verrierdale with another of its popular Full Moon Dances. This time the bands are Resin Dogs, Heavy Wax and Thump as well as DJ Katch. Tickets (cash only) can be bought in advance at Berkelouw Books Eumundi or visit: tickets.oztix. com.au. Over 18s only with food and beverages available (licensed, cash only).

Walk for a Better World Join Noosa’s Zonta Club Walk for a Better World for Women and Girls on 26 November as part of a campaign by Zonta Clubs around the world to eliminate violence against women and girls who are affected regardless of age, background or education level. Violence can be physical, sexual or psychological and includes economic abuse and exploitation.

Lachie Gill at The Imperial

The walk will start at 8.30am at the Riverside Stage, Lions’ Park, Gympie Tce, Noosaville with speakers including the President of the Zonta Club of Noosa and a Noosa police officer. As first responders Qld Police recorded more than 139,000 domestic and family violence calls in 2021-2022, an increase of nearly 48% in the last six years. Around 50 women die in Australia each year as a result of domestic and family violence. Visit: zontadistrict22.org.

Singer/songwriter Lachie Gill will take to the stage at The Bunker at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi on 2 December. Lachie was crowned winner of The Voice in 2022 and will showcase songs from his new EP Write it Out which is scheduled for release on 17 November. Since winning The Voice Lachie has released several singles with his song Right People Wrong Time attracting 1M views on YouTube. Tickets: oztix. com.au.

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WHAT’S ON?

Remembrance Day Eumundi Hosted by the Eumundi and District Historical Association, Eumundi market stallholders, businesses, residents and visitors are invited to attend a Remembrance Day service on 11 November. The assembly point is Pte McIntyre Memorial Tree on Memorial Dr opposite the post office. The service will commence at 10.45am with one minute’s silence at 11am and the church bell will ring across town. Visit: eumundihistoricalassn. org. There is also a service at the cenotaph in Yandina from 10.50am, visit: yandinaeumundirsl.com.au and at the cenotaph in Tewantin from 10.40am, email: secretary@tewantinnoosarsl.net.au.

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Storytellers Award-winning journalist and author Leigh Sales AM will be at Venue 114, Bokarina from 7pm on 1 December to talk about her new book Storytellers: questions, answers and the craft of journalism. Hosted by Sunshine Coast Libraries the In Conversation event will give audiences an inside view of how journalists survive in war zones, get their leads and adapt to crises, disasters and the unexpected. Leigh is well known as the recent host of the ABC current affairs program 7.30. Bookings essential: librariesevents.com.au.

Mural painting in Eumundi Sarah Sculley will be artist in residence at Heart Space Creative Studio at The Pavilion in Eumundi from 14-26 November.

Sconetime Join local seniors at the Cooroy Memorial Hall for a scrumptious morning tea of freshly baked scones from 10-11.30am on 14 November and 12 December. Sconetime is a wonderful opportunity for older people, their carers, companions and family to attend a regular monthly social event. Local businesses are invited to contribute financially to help subsidise the event's cost. Bookings: trybooking.com/ CMINS. 6

Sarah will paint a new mural on the wall leading to The Pavilion on 15 November, weather permitting, and hopes to complete it on 18 November. The mural aims to convey a feeling of coast – calm, confident and natural. For updates on the timing of the live mural-painting follow Sarah on Instagram @sculleydesign. She will also host a stencil and spray paint workshop from 10am-1pm on 19 November. Visit: sculleydesign. com. Heart Space Creative hosts weekly artist residencies, workshops and exhibitions. Visit Instagram @heart_space_creative.

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Old station makeover You may have noticed the old railway station building at the Original Eumundi Markets has been given a bit of a makeover? Perhaps the more astute have noticed that the railings on the northern end of the deck are made from the old railway gates, or at least the original metal fittings. We are unsure if it is the original wood from 1891 as the gates were open to the weather and in operation until 1937. The crossing was then replaced by an overpass so impatient automobile drivers didn't have to wait for trains to pass. The building is not the original railway station. It is in the original location as erected in 1891 when the town of Eumundi settled, however someone burned down the original 100yo station in 1991. There was apparently an argument about the expansion of the markets after the railway line and new Eumundi Station were moved. The replica station was built in 1999. Joe Hexall – Curator Eumundi Museum

Cooroy Freemasons shine In a world often filled with uncertainty and challenges the Cooroy Freemasons have shown that acts of kindness, unity and community support can make a significant difference. Over the past few months they have embarked on a heart-warming journey to support the local not-for-profit organisation Sunny Kids which is dedicated to helping families facing domestic violence. 8

Prizes were generously donated by local businesses in a raffle campaign with the first prize $500 worth of gift cards to Pomona IGA. Cooroy Mitre 10 provided the second prize of a planter stand and seat valued at $300 and the third prize was $250 in vouchers to the Cooroy Hotel. The fourth prize was a $150 prepaid VISA card jointly donated by Cooroy and Eumundi post offices and the Cooroy Freemasons. The Cooroy Freemasons promised to match the proceeds raised dollar-for-dollar with an astounding $3,700 raised, bringing the total to $7,400. This generosity will have a significant impact on Sunny Kids and the families they serve. The organisation recently celebrated a significant milestone with the installation of Bruce McNabb to mark the 110th year of Cooroy Queen Alexandra Lodge No. 212. Frank Hiscock was honoured with a Past Master Jewel to recognise his contributions. A Charity Jewel was presented to Sam Law for his dedication and hard work organising the raffles. The Cooroy Freemasons thank the sponsors and community members whose involvement was instrumental in making a difference to the lives of families in need. They intend to commit to more raffles for local not-for-profit organisations and hope to receive enthusiastic support from local businesses and the Cooroy, Eumundi and Pomona communities.

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The expenditure figures resulted from a significant increase in the average spend of visitors to the Sunshine Coast in the 2022/23 financial year. This was $1,136 per overnight visitor which is up 47.6% from 2021/22 and 67.5% compared to 2019.

L-R: Bob Miller, Ann & John Kennedy, Cleve Holloway

Honouring firie stalwarts Eumundi Rural Fire Brigade volunteers recently celebrated naming the Eumundi fire station after their longest and most dedicated volunteers – John and Ann Kennedy. John and Ann have been volunteering for more than 20 years, attending many incidents in the community. The fire brigade still won’t let them retire! Bob Miller, First Officer

L-R Cooroy Bendigo Bank Branch Manager Steve Clarke and Chris Durie

Rotary and Bendigo Bank combat malaria Cooroy Rotary Club recently announced a collaboration with local Bendigo Bank branches from the Sunshine Coast and Gympie to introduce Rotary foreign currency donation boxes. The program collects foreign currencies, converts them into Aussie dollars and donates the proceeds to Griffith University's malaria vaccine research program. The initiative has raised more than $500,000 to date for health-related projects in disadvantaged countries particularly PNG and South Pacific Island nations.

Sunny Coast tourism finishes year on a high The Sunshine Coast has finished the 2022/23 financial year on a high according to the latest data released by Tourism Research Australia. According to the National Visitor Survey, for the 12 months to 30 June 2023 the Sunshine Coast attracted equal-record domestic overnight visitor expenditure of $4.4B – exceeding the same period for 2021/22 ($3.0B) and the preCovid year of 2019 ($2.7B). Day trippers to the Sunshine Coast also contributed $854M in 2022-23, growing total visitor expenditure to $5.2B for the year. This record overnight expenditure was based on a total of 3.9M visitors which is in-line with visitor numbers in 2021/22. 10

Overseeing the program on the Sunshine Coast, Cooroy Rotary President Chris Durie emphasised the urgency. "Every five minutes a child dies from malaria somewhere in the world." Malaria is a widespread tropical health issue which claims over 700,000 lives annually and incapacitates millions. It is caused by a parasitic mosquito-borne infection not a virus or bacteria – which makes it much harder to develop a vaccine – however researchers are almost at the human trial stage. "There are no administrative costs beyond standard currency exchange fees thanks to the dedicated work of Rotary and volunteers. Please check if you have any unused foreign currency and consider visiting a Bendigo Bank branch to support Rotary's mission to create hope in the world,” said Chris.

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LOCAL ISSUES

Parking changes on Beddington Rd Due to recent increased demand for car parking at the southern end of Beddington Rd the Sunshine Coast Council Parking and Transport team is reviewing the situation. In response to safety issues raised in relation to parking along the road, signs will be erected where no kerb and gutter exists to clearly indicate where parking is permitted. Parking is prohibited in all other areas that do not have a kerb and channel. Enquiries email: parkingmanagement@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Butter Factory supermarket consultation Developers of the proposed supermarket at the Butter Factory precinct of the Our Village Eumundi development, 124 Memorial Dr held a drop-in session at the Eumundi CWA Hall on 25 October. More than 100 people walked through the site and had an opportunity to view large scale

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diagrams of the recently released plans for a 1,500sqm supermarket and other proposed precincts planned for the Old Highway Motors and Eumundi Butter Factory sites. Town planners and the company director and secretary Louise Formosa were available to answer questions and concerns raised by community members including stormwater runoff, traffic, size of the supermarket, lighting and surveillance. “It was a lovely evening. We received compliments and encouragement as well as many questions which was the reason for the forum. It was a great opportunity for us and our planning team to give more information to the community,” said Louise. For more information on development visit: t.ly/LJQ49.

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celebration for the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club and Sunshine Coast Motorsport Club who work closely to keep local grassroots motorsport alive.

Noosa Summer Hill Climb The weather gods were smiling favourably on the 26th running of the Noosa Hill Climb Motorsport event from 21-22 October. Flags fluttered in the gentle breeze, tyre gauges tweaked to optimal racing pressure and engines gently ticked over waiting for the green light to activate race mode.

Eumundi Rotary’s volunteers were the main event caterers and everyone enjoyed the bacon and egg breakfast rolls followed by hamburgers for lunch. Funds raised from the day will go towards supporting local Rotary community projects. Barbara Harvison

Around 130 competition drivers revelled in the Spring sunshine enjoying multiple runs up the course trying to shave time to record a personal best (PB). There were plenty of thrills and spills to entertain the spectator crowds in the grandstands. A wide array of cars lined-up from the Mini to the Audi, Porsche, Subaru, Caterham, VW, Lotus, Mazda, Alpha Romeo, Westfield, Steinard, Minetti, Austin 7 and more! The category winners took home trophies and tales of glory, the struggle of man over machine. It was all about the PB time – nothing else mattered. Outright winner with the fastest run of 54.76 secs was Michael Ciccotelli driving a specialist race car – a Stohr F 1000. The main sponsor Coastline BMW presented trophies and it was a

Trent Dalton in conversation Trent Dalton is making up for not speaking until he was around 6yo. The Brisbane-based author and journalist was full of stories at the Caloundra Events Centre on 24 October when he spoke about his books including Boy Swallows Universe and his latest release Lola in the Mirror. Drawn heavily from his childhood his books have received wide acclaim. Boy Swallows Universe will preview on Netflix in January 2024 as an eightpart series.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran College formal Good Shepherd Lutheran College held their Yr 11 formal event on 21 October. It was a memorable night for students, parents and staff at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre where students arrived in style – some even on bikes – and walked the red carpet dressed to the nines. The evening flowed smoothly thanks to the many students who shared MC duties. A fine display of ballroom dancing skills was demonstrated with the real fun beginning when parents were invited onto the dance floor to do the Tango with their son or daughter!

Happy 80th Eileen! Eileen Walder celebrated her 80th birthday surrounded by friends and family at the Noosa Arts Theatre on Sunday 29 October. A wellknown Eumundi identity for more than 40 years, stories, laughter, songs and of course a theatrical performance were shared to recognise Eileen’s significant community and professional contributions. Happy Birthday Eileen!

Pink is the colour of care There was a plethora of pink at the recent Women's Collaborative Network McGrath Foundation Fundraiser held on 26 October at Noosa Hinterland Brewing Co. Much needed money was raised for the McGrath Foundation towards funding for more breast cancer nurses.

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COUNCILLOR DIV 9 - CR MARIA SUAREZ fantastic uptake across the region with 55 different locations registered including a 'Treasure Hunt Sale’ and ‘Great Stuff Garage Sale’. Visit: garagesaletrail.com.au/ Sunshine-Coast.

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Garage Sale Trail The Garage Sale Trail is on 11-12 November and 18-19 November and there has been a

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Snap your best shot to win Are you a local resident with a disability and want to be the next renowned photographer? Council is holding its first Accessible Sunshine Coast Photo Competition as part of Disability Action Week from 25 November to 2 December. Residents with a lived experience of disability are encouraged to grab their phone or camera and take a photo of the Sunshine Coast, including photos of accessible and inclusive places across the region, and share these and short stories. You could win a $200 voucher to a nearby attraction! Submit images and stories on council’s Have Your Say website.

The latest major grants recipients are ready to bring a range of projects and programs to the Sunshine Coast with 98 local community organisations receiving a share of $621,981. I look forward to seeing these projects come to life. The range of events and activities receiving funding is testament to the vibrant and diverse region we live in. A local community group benefiting from the latest grants round is Eumundi District Swim Club which received $2,739 towards a shade marquee for swimming and fundraising events. View the full list of recipients on council’s website. If you have any questions email: david.law@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and follow my FB page for regular updates: @DavidLawDivision10. Div 10 Cr David Law, 0437 825 569

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Eumundi Business Awards The annual Eumundi Business Awards gala evening on 26 October celebrated the Eumundi Square and Parkside Markets' business achievements. Local business owners enjoyed an evening of food, drink and entertainment followed by award presentations.

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Eumundi Police were called to attend 127 emergency requests for police assistance in October including 23 domestic violence incidents, eight stealing offences, two steal from vehicles, wilful damage and fraud and bail act offences. Eumundi Police are also investigating over $5,000 worth of tools stolen at Valdora during a break and enter. Four search warrants were executed relating to drug matters resulting in possession and production of dangerous drug charges now before the court. Police attended four traffic crashes with injury incidents and caught six drink drivers, one of whom provided a breath sample of 0.172%. A 63yo male driver refused to provide police with a breath sample and was arrested for high range drink driving and obstructing police in Albert St, Eumundi. Only one driver during the month was caught drug driving. Cont. p22

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Cont. from p21 The P-plate driver was caught with methyl amphetamine and cannabis in her system while driving with three passengers along Memorial Dr, Eumundi. Highway Patrol issued 61 infringement notices for speeding, mobile phone and hooning offences. It is concerning to see the number of drivers still being caught using mobile phones while driving as this is now the leading cause of all injury-related traffic crashes in our area. Highway Patrol will attend Eumundi and North Arm schools over the last few weeks of the school year as motorists continue to obstruct safe crossing areas causing a hazard for children and other motorists. Eumundi Police currently have 34 active criminal investigations. Thank you to our sensational local community for their assistance providing police with CCTV footage and statements. Until next month, please stay safe. Sgt Ryan Hanlon – Officer in Charge Eumundi Police Hanlon.Ryanp@police.qld.gov.au ,131444 – Policelink

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State advocacy project The Qld Country Women’s Association (QCWA) is nostalgically known for tea and scones but it has always been more than its well recognised fundraising icons. Embarking on a major advocacy initiative in support of a growing group of vulnerable people, the QCWA has launched a state advocacy project to shine a spotlight on preventing women ageing into 22

poverty and homelessness. There is a local connection to this initiative as it began with the QCWA Eumundi branch more than a year ago. Building on a white paper produced by the Eumundi branch advocacy committee the statewide project team includes researchers, policy experts, lobbyists, communication specialists and healthcare professionals and is dedicated to improving lives through advocacy. The project will provide recommendations for the review of government policies to identify gender bias that disadvantages women in the areas of employment, superannuation, education funding and healthcare. Chair of the Eumundi branch committee and the organisation’s state advocacy project lead Stephanie Ryder believes all levels of government should find better ways to address inequity. “Negative outcomes from ongoing policies impact women’s ability to retire in the same financial position as their male counterparts,” said Stephanie. The QCWA believes it makes sense that as a women’s organisation founded on advocacy it must take action. Preparing for the project launch at the QCWA annual conference Stephanie pointed out the traditional values of the QCWA. “This situation is a terrible indictment of our society and we cannot let it continue. We must acknowledge these women, support them, return to them the dignity they have earned and mobilise all sections of our communities to respond to this social emergency. While we do this we must also take steps to prevent another generation of women falling into the same vulnerable situation.” Stephanie Ryder

EUMUNDI ROTARY CLUB Eumundi Voice donation applications open Eumundi Voice is calling for applications from local community organisations seeking financial assistance for their projects or support for their activities.

Eumundi Voice is a key fundraising project run by the not-for-profit organisation Eumundi Rotary Initiatives Ltd (ERIL). Funds raised from its production are distributed to community Chappy Sam receiving a organisations and donation from Eumundi Voice Eumundi Voice has donated more than $38,500 in just over three years of operation. To apply for a donation visit: eumundivoice.com. au/fundraising-donations. Applications close on 30 November.

L-R Terri Anne Duckworth, Grace and Bonnie Collins

Supporting local youth Eumundi Rotary Club and Eumundi Voice have a strong tradition of supporting young people from the local community in their endeavours. On 25 October the club had the privilege of hearing from three local girls who recently received assistance. Bonnie and Grace Collins spoke about their adventures in Melbourne where they successfully competed in the National Inter-school Equestrian Championships. A presentation was delivered showing their skills

and horsemanship throughout the event. This was followed by a presentation from Grace Broadbent who recently participated in the Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN) camp held at Luther Heights in Coolum. RYPEN is a residential camp that takes place over 2.5 days for school students aged between 14-16 (Yr 8-10) which focuses on self-concept and relationships to develop skills that can assist in the transition to adulthood. Students participate in a range of activities that challenge them on many different levels.

Lift the Lid on mental illness Eumundi Rotary Club will hold a special Lift the Lid walk event on 26 November along the Brooloo to Imbil rail trail. Lift the Lid is a national initiative that raises awareness of mental illness and aims to give communities the opportunity to come together and provide funds to boost support for individual mental health needs. The walk in support of Eumundi State School student wellbeing programs is 4.5km long and will be followed by lunch at the Wild Vine Café in Imbil. Arrive at Brooloo at 9.45am to sign-in with the walk starting at around 10.30am. There will be a prize for the most amazing hat (one adult and one child) and a hamper raffle at Imbil. Assistance will be provided by Rotarians to ‘ferry’ participants to their vehicles if required. Families are invited to donate $10 per family to support the cause. For more information phone Greg Molyneux on 0431 222 597 or email: president.eumundi@rotary9620.org by 21 November. RSVP is essential for safety management and lunch bookings.

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Mental wellbeing enviro days Stress, anxiety and feeling overwhelmed are catchphrases that unfortunately many of our children are far too aware of these days. Last term Eumundi State School (ESS) teacher Jon Gemmell and teacher aides Ollie Waddell and Natalie Brewster ran Yr 6 wellbeing days in the Enviro Centre where students took a significantly different approach to the school day. The focus was on nourishing the body with fresh food from the gardens and the mind and soul with mini workshops aimed at enhancing coping strategies as young people move on to bigger and better things at high school. Each day began with an introductory session of yoga. On outdoor platforms the students went through an exercise that showed them how their train of thought can go in many different ways. They were told that when given the same information their best mate may make completely different connections and thoughts, or very similar. Workshops also focused on breathing calming techniques, self-talk, awareness of inner voices and using the natural environment to find examples of resilience and determination. To wind down at the end of the day students shared a meal before relaxing in the garden and enjoying peaceful meditation. On the final day of the program each Yr 6 student decorated a flag with their own affirmation as a reminder of how they can challenge themselves to grow. 24

Children’s book donations ESS and Eumundi Rotary are seeking donations of second hand children’s books to sell at the school’s family fun day to be held on 1 December. All funds raised will be donated back to support student wellbeing programs and increase the number of days students have access to this. We would appreciate books that are in good condition. They can be dropped at the school tuckshop Eumundi Cafe from Tuesday to Friday until 1 December. Contact Tania Broadbent from Eumundi Rotary on 0407 020 473 for more information.

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RURAL LIVING Confused about recycling?

The Recycle Mate app is here to help! And National Recycling Week, 13-19 November, is the perfect time to download it and give it a go. You can take a photo or type in the name of an item you would like to know more about. Recycle Mate will give you advice on where and how you can dispose of the item. It's available now to download for free via your app store or visit Council’s website.

Shut the gate on pool tragedies

Council is pleading with pool owners to take the simple steps to prevent a tragedy this summer or risk receiving a $23,000 fine. Forty children under four years old lost their lives in regulated pools in Queensland between 2011 and 2021. Now is the time to check your pool is safe and educate your family about the importance of water safety. For more information, visit Council’s website.

Help support Disability Action Week

Disability Action Week runs from 25 November to 2 December, with this year’s theme – Access ignites: it’s good business. There are heaps of activities to get involved in across the Sunshine Coast. See Council’s website for all the details.

Turn your stash into cash

Cash in or bag a bargain when the Garage Sale Trail, Australia’s festival of pre-loved stuff, comes to the Coast on 11-12 and 18-19 November. Register for free at garagesaletrail.com.au. Watch Council's next Ordinary Meeting online or at Sunshine Coast City Hall Chambers: 9am 16 November

Reminisce on holidays past

From tiny caravans and classic cars to knitted bathing suits, the latest limited edition Sunshine Coast Heritage Calendar is available now at Council libraries and customer contact centres, featuring photos of holidays past. Plus, at just $6, it makes the perfect stocking filler. View the calendar at heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. Get the latest Council news delivered directly to your inbox each week. Sign up for the OurSC enewsletter here

Hot, dry summer predictions If you’re not on town water have you checked your tank lately? The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting below median rainfall throughout Spring and warns that this summer the Sunshine Coast will be hotter and drier than the last three years. Now is the time to check you have adequate water supply and prepare your home for the hot weather to come. Apart from some muchneeded rain in some areas, council is already fielding enquiries from concerned residents about the low levels of their water tanks. Local Disaster Management Group coordinator Wayne Sunderland said many new residents to the Sunshine Coast may not have experienced living in a home reliant on tank water. “In previous years some residents not connected to town water faced a critical water situation after they left it too late to fill their tanks or fix any leaks,” said Wayne. “This led to delays for tank refills with commercial water carriers struggling to meet demand. Anyone experiencing extreme hardship due to a lack of water supply should make their situation known to friends, family, neighbours, relatives or assistance agencies for support.” Find out more about preparing for extreme weather events at: getready.qld.gov.au.

Kin Kin footbridge washed away On 18 October two adventurous and bodacious individuals – Rotarians Les Godwin and Greg Molyneux – set out to walk the Baronia Track (BT) within the Great Sandy National Park. The

warm and slightly misty with a hint of rain. On reaching the creek it was immediately apparent that the suspension footbridge had indeed been washed away from its supports and was lying derelict in and out of the water. Kin Kin Creek is a sizeable and deep creek so it was abundantly clear that the creek crossing was impassable by foot and would likely remain so for some time. Greg Molyneux BT is located 13km NE of Kin Kin and begins at a carpark on Harry’s Hut Road, winding its way south for 2.5km to Kin Kin Creek. Les and Greg’s self-imposed mission was to reconnoitre and determine whether the Cooloola Wilderness Trail (CWT) footbridge across Kin Kin Creek was still in place. This would be important information for the planning of future walks along the CWT. The BT was an easy Grade 3 walk through wallum banksia woodlands including scribbly gums, kauri pines, grass trees and cabbage palms. It was a beautiful morning for a walk – pleasantly

Despite confirmation of the washed away bridge, Les and Greg deemed their reconnaissance mission a complete success. It was only 7.30am when they reached the bridge site so they celebrated their successful mission with a small glass of 555 cranberry juice. On their return drive they stopped off at the Black Ant in Kin Kin because it’s always a good thing after a walk and exercise to enjoy coffee and company with a good mate. Armed with the new information from their successful reconnaissance they were able to revise and finalise the plan for their next walk along the CWT. Sweet! Greg Molyneux

HEALTH

Mental health Lawn bowls can help your mental health as exercise releases endorphins which trigger a positive feeling in your body reducing stress and improving your mood. Social interaction Lawn bowls can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of age, gender or physical condition.

Are you looking for a low impact exercise? Are you looking for a low-impact, therapeutic exercise that can improve fitness, coordination and confidence? Health professionals often recommend playing lawn bowls, particularly for older people, as it provides a number of health benefits including improved fitness, coordination and skill development, increased confidence and self-esteem, enhanced mental wellbeing, community connectedness and support. The simplicity and low physical impact of the game make it attractive for all. Muscle strengthening Walking with the extra weight of a bowling ball in your hands helps to improve flexibility, mobility and core strength. Physical health Lawn bowls helps your body to utilise oxygen better and contributes to good blood circulation and blood pressure. Coordination, precision and concentration Playing lawn bowls requires precision and concentration and can enhance hand and eye coordination.

The Cooroy Community Bowls Club located at Your Mates Bowls Pub at 5 Opal St, Cooroy offers social bowls every Tuesday and Saturday afternoon. There is no need to book, simply turnup at 12 noon. For further information contact the club president Maureen on 0419 588 661.

Dr Simon Menelaws

Another new doctor for Eumundi Dr Simon Menelaws has lived through many journeys, both literal and metaphorical. He left his Edinburgh home aged 17 to spend two years volunteering for a small NGO, travelling and working at an orphanage in war-torn Liberia, schools and prisons. Returning to Scotland he studied English Literature and met a friend who would change the course of his life. “He was doing pre-med and

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was truly inspirational. I had a very limited view of doctors up until then – I didn't know any! He opened my eyes. I loved English but I wanted to do something useful. Ultimately medicine ticked that box.” After qualifying and emigrating to Australia with his family in 2012 Dr Menelaws spent two years in Adelaide before relocating to the Sunshine Coast where he spent much of the next decade in clinical psychiatry, with stints working in Aboriginal health. As a GP Dr Menelaws’ approach to relationships has been shaped by his own experience of bereavement. “I lost my wife two years ago to breast cancer,” he said. “Walking through that with her was a huge journey personally but as a doctor as well. I want to be on an equal footing with empowered patients who feel I'm trying to understand where they are at and what is important. I won’t always get it right but they are on a journey and I want to support them in the best way possible. “Even someone living with cancer can have a high level of wellbeing if it’s managed well. It’s all about helping them to be the best they can be.” An interest in public health recently led Dr Menelaws to spend a year working for Services Australia reviewing complex Disability Support Pension applications. Now that he's returned to practice he is studying for a Master of Public Health and Master of Health Management and Leadership. Away from work Dr Menelaws is “loving the quiet life” in the hinterland with his children and new partner. “I’m doing yoga teacher training.

Yoga is so fantastic for your mental and physical health. Maybe I'll teach one day, but maybe not, it's more for my own personal journey.” Dr Menelaws is accepting new patients at Ochre Medical Centre Eumundi. Bookings can be made at: ochrehealth.com.au or phone 5442 8882.

ON THIS DAY Bluey Fest Can you believe that the TV show Bluey turned five in October 2023? All blue heelers, Bluey is now 7yo, her sister Bingo 6yo and then there's Mum Chilli and Dad Bandit. The Brisbane-based Heeler family took the world by storm in 2018 and the show is the highest rating program in the history of ABC Kids and known in more than 60 countries. To celebrate the show’s birthday Bluey will take over the ABC Kids channel from 6am on 19 November and countdown the top 100 episodes. Viewers have been asked to vote for their favourite episodes so tune-in to ABC Kids or ABC iview to hear the results. Why not host a Biggest Little Bluey Countdown viewing and invite friends over to watch the countdown with you? Downloadable invitations and Bluey Fest bunting can be found on the ABC Kids website at: abc.net.au/abckids/programs/ bluey/bluey-fest. For bigger fans – and there are many – the website provides images to post on your socials so you can let people know your five favourite episodes. Happy Bluey Fest! Rhonda Piggott

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