Eumundi Voice - Issue 86, 8 February 2024 by EumundiVoice

Eumundi Rotar y shar ing the voices of Eumundi and sur round s Issue 86, Thursday 8 February 2024

LOVE LOCAL THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

The Original Eumundi Markets (OEM) is running a new campaign called Love Local this Valentine's Day, an initiative to encourage residents to shop locally not only for the day of love but throughout the quieter retail months of February and March. “It is the perfect time to support small businesses at the OEM. Think divine baked treats, stunning jewellery and gorgeous gift packs handmade

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Other main street Eumundi businesses are also getting behind the campaign and are keen to ensure the love is spread across town. Katie Johnson from EATS Restaurant said, “We have a brand-new menu and also stock several brands from stallholders at Eumundi markets which is convenient for locals and travellers who can’t make it on a market day. It’s all about loving and supporting each other.”

The survey also found that small business owners have a strong local connection and three-quarters prefer to use local suppliers they have a personal relationship with. Twothirds say that local suppliers are more likely to reciprocate custom and 59% believe there are cost efficiencies in being in close proximity to suppliers. Love your local business this Valentine’s Day and in return our community will continue to flourish. Tania Watson

There is also plenty on offer along Memorial Dr if you are looking for a traditional Valentine’s gift. Perhaps a beautiful bunch of flowers prepared lovingly by local florist Kate from Eumundi & Co is more your style – or a lustrous string of pearls from Pearls for Girls. Shopping locally is one of the easiest ways to ensure money returns back to your community. An American Express survey found that small businesses reinvest 42 cents for every dollar made from annual turnover back into their local communities. This equates to 27 cents towards salaries of local employees, 12 cents spent with local business suppliers and 3 cents to support local charities, schools and sponsorships.

WHAT’S ON?

BrewFest heads to Noosa BrewFest will showcase Australia’s best brewers and distillers in the heart of craft beer territory on the Sunshine Coast from 12-9pm on 16 March at Dolphins Rugby Union Club, 1 Bicentennial Dr, Sunshine Beach. This year they are joining forces with the annual Noosa Festival of Surfing. Brewfest is a family-friendly event with yard games and kids' activities. Visit: events. humanitix.com.

Clean Up Eumundi The Rotary Club of Eumundi is organising a Clean Up Eumundi morning on 3 March as part of Clean Up Australia Day. Anyone interested in assisting can meet opposite the Eumundi Post Office at 8am with teams of two or more spanning out to collect rubbish. Clean Up Australia encourages community groups, schools and businesses to participate by registering an event at: register. cleanup.org.au.

Valentine’s Day movie Celebrate Valentine's Day with a free screening from 10am-12noon at Cooroy Library of the classic 1939 film version of Emily Bronte's novel Wuthering Heights starring Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier and David Niven. No bookings required. Visit: libraryevents.noosa.qld.gov.au. 4

Blues and Roots Festival The Sunshine Coast Blues and Roots Festival is on at The Shed, Palmview from 6.30-11.30pm on 17 February. The line-up includes the Pat Nicholson Band, Craig Madden Band, TJ Carter Band, Luke Anthony and Reverend Billy Blues. The Shed will have a courtesy bus with a pick-up/drop-off radius of 15 min from the venue. Contact The Shed for details and transport bookings. Tickets: trybooking.com/events/landing/1151726.

International Women’s Day The Zonta Club of Noosa is hosting an International Women’s Day Breakfast from 7am on 8 March at Noosa Springs, Links Dr, Noosa Heads. This year's speaker is Dr Dimity Dornan AO – a speech pathologist, author, bionics advocate and researcher. She is the founder of the Hear and Say Centre for Deaf Children which has six centres across Qld and of Bionics Qld (BIONQ) which was established to promote the development of the Qld human bionics industry. Tickets are $45. Visit: trybooking.com/COKGN.

Library Lovers’ Day Cooroy To coincide with Library Lovers’ month, Cooroy Library is hosting a free morning of classic love songs from 10-11am on Valentine’s Day with local musician Zara Riddell. No bookings required. Visit: libraryevents.noosa.qld.gov.au. You can also enter Noosa Libraries' competition to win a $100 restaurant voucher from Serene Thai Cooroy or Pizza in Peregian Village, or a 10-visit Wellness Studio pass and a $50 lunch voucher for Noosa Aquatic Centre. Grab an entry form at any branch from 1 February or email: libraryevents@noosa.qld.gov.au. The competition closes on 13 February with winners announced on 14 February.

WHAT’S ON?

Bones at Eumundi Museum In a collaboration with the Gympie Bones Museum a new exhibition Bones is on at the Eumundi Museum from 10am-3pm Tuesday to Saturday. Entry is free.

BreastScreen in Kenilworth A free BreastScreen Qld mobile service will be at Kenilworth Showgrounds from 27-29 February providing screening for women aged 40+. “Research shows that for women aged 50-75 a breast screen every two years is the best way to detect breast cancer early. This means more treatment options and better outcomes – our aim is to save lives,” said Health Promotion Officer Gillian Duffy. A breast screen appointment takes less than 30-mins and you don’t need a doctor's referral. Phone: 13 20 50 or visit: breastscreen.qld.gov.au. BreastScreen Qld also has permanent services at Nambour, Noosaville, Maroochydore and Gympie.

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Best-selling romance author Rachel Johns will talk about her latest book The Other Bridget from 1.30-2.30pm on 15 February. This is a “book about books” and a celebration of the power and pleasure of romance novels through the ages. From 10.30-11.30am on 22 February local author Suzi Smeed will talk about her experiences as a young girl swept up in the Hungarian holocaust. Her memoire The Courage to Care was coauthored by Noosa-based novelist Terence J Quinn who will also attend. Registration is free but essential: libraryevents.noosa.qld.gov.au.

Navigating healthy ageing Accessing support as we age can be complicated and daunting. Kin Kin Community House in conjunction with Relationships Australia has initiated a series of monthly meetings over seven months to help 60+yo find out more about accessing support through My Aged Care. This is an opportunity to understand what services are available even if you are not ready to take advantage of them. The group meets from 10am-12pm on the first Tuesday of the month at Kin Kin Community House, 57 Main St. Morning tea is provided. To register email Nicole at: nfergus@raq.org.au.

Meet the authors

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Noosaville Library is hosting three meet-theauthor events in February. Well-known local author and photographer Tony Wellington will discuss his most recent publication The Nature of Noosa from 2.30-3.30pm on 8 February. His book features more than 350 photos and covers Noosa’s ecosystems and the antics of our nonhuman residents.

The GATHAA First Nations Market is a recent initiative to celebrate local culture on the Sunshine Coast with the next market from 9am2pm on 11 February at Forest Glen Village, 354 Mons Rd. Shop and engage with First Nations' artisans, enjoy cooking demonstrations and experiment with bush food-inspired meals. Visit facebook.com/gathaa.markets.

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COMMUNITY Funding available for community groups

Council rebate for affordable housing Sunshine Coast Council (SCC) will pave the way for more affordable housing in the region following the endorsement of a proposal at its Ordinary Meeting on 18 January. The decision will provide identified community organisations that deliver affordable housing with a 100% rebate on standard council infrastructure charges until 2028. SCC Mayor Mark Jamieson said the rebate supported council’s Housing and Homelessness Action Plan 2023 for separate housing, boarding and emergency facilities to be delivered to those who need it most. “This rebate will greatly reduce the development costs for organisations that provide affordable housing on the Sunshine Coast,” said Mayor Jamieson. “When you consider that the average levied charge for a three-bedroom home is around $16,800, this 100% rebate has the potential to provide significant support for organisations that deliver affordable housing in our region.” The rebate will be made available to entities registered on the national and/or state register as providing community housing services under s37 of the Housing Act 2003. It applies to all forms of affordable housing provided by registered entities that meet the eligibility criteria of the newly-adopted changes to council’s rebate policy. Council also has a web-based tool which provides statistics on housing affordability and availability. Visit: housing.id.com.au/sunshinecoast. 8

SCC's next major grant round opened on 29 January for groups seeking funding to undertake projects, programs, events or facility upgrades. The community grants program offers grants of up to $30,000 to support community organisations to deliver one-off projects, events and activities that demonstrate a community purpose and align with strategic priorities. Major grant applications can be submitted in one of six categories: community development, community facilities, creative development, cultural heritage, economic development, and sport and recreation. Eligible not-for-profit organisations can apply for up to $15,000 towards one-off projects, events and activities that meet community needs and benefits. Grants of up to $30,000 are also available towards infrastructure projects that involve developing, maintaining or improving buildings or land that contribute to providing a safe, accessible and inclusive community facility. Environment levy grants of up to $5,000 are available to not-for-profit community organisations for projects that make a positive and ongoing contribution to the region's biodiversity and waterways. Submissions close 11 March. Visit: t.ly/hFECN. Council will host free interactive grant writing workshops from 7-15 February to provide volunteers and community committee members with application tips. It is an opportunity for participants to meet council’s grants team, learn what makes a successful application, grant eligibility, co-funding requirements, project planning and writing tips. Workshops are at Baringa Community Centre, Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, Yandina School of Arts and Maroochydore Millwell Rd Community Centre. There is also an online webinar. Book at: t.ly/GC3wG.

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Plant-based medicine company opens A 100% Australian-owned medicinal cannabis company has opened a new distribution facility at Coolum Beach. It is fully licensed to provide Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) compliant products to any Australian-licensed pharmacy which can then dispense the products on prescription. SCC Mayor Mark Jamieson officially announced the opening of the new facility and welcomed Canntic to the community. “The new facility will bring patient and telehealth access to plantbased medicine for regional and interstate patients in line with the priorities from our Regional Economic Development Strategy 2013-2033.” Canntic CEO and Managing Director Shaun Anderson said he was thrilled to see the group expand its facilities to the Sunshine Coast. “Our aim is to provide patients with access to the clinical benefits of plant-based medicine through prescribed, authorised avenues via TGA approved channels. All our products meet rigorous TGA standards for unregistered medicines.” Visit: canntic.com.

Global risk report The annual global risk report – which highlights the top 34 risks to the world – has just been released. What do you think the top risks are for 2024? Unsurprisingly they are the impact of misinformation and disinformation on society, followed by social polarisation. Disinformation is information intended to mislead and as this year is a milestone in human history it is significantly important. More than 4bn people – around half the world’s population – will go to the polls this year. So, what can we do as an average citizen to ensure we have the best information available to us without creating divisions within society? Here are some thought starters. We know our data is constantly being analysed to identify how we can be influenced and marketed to. This is big business. 1. Be alert. 2. Try and avoid believing information you only get from one source. 3. Watch different news channels or media outlets to get a different perspective, even if you don’t necessarily agree. 4. Seek to understand others' points of view by asking questions. How often do we just want to get our point of view across before listening to others? 5. Invest in supporting the cohesion of local communities. Jenny Brice

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COMMUNITY Australia Day honours RSPCA Noosa's longterm manager Nicole Cleary received an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the Australia Day awards for her service to animal Nicole Cleary welfare. If you have adopted an animal from RSPCA Noosa in the last 30 years, chances are you have met Nicole. "I would like to thank everyone who nominated me for this award and mention all who have joined me on this incredible journey. It's not a job but a way of life filled with many emotions – good and bad – but mostly incredible joy surrounded by great teammates, volunteers and animals. We want the community to know what we do and understand that we never give the animals a time limit. We are here to help in all we are.” Congratulations Nicole. Well deserved!

tea pickers in the world’s most poverty-stricken areas, often with no food or education,” said Dr Jodi. Over nine days the team will provide around 3,000 chiropractic treatments and visit women’s empowerment groups, schools and health clinics. All team members pay Dr Jodi Davis for their own travel, accommodation and personal expenses for the trip and must raise a minimum of $3,000 for local communities. “I’m seeking assistance to raise that money. The best part is that around 99% of the money we raise goes directly to the women and children through our local non-government organisation (NGO) charity Seva Kendra Social Services Centre. As little as $50 can pay for a child to be educated for an entire year, $10 can supply food for a child and all donations are tax deductible. “The opportunity to serve and improve the functional spinal health and wellbeing of children and their mothers working under such conditions fills my heart and soul. I have always had a passion for helping those most in need just to make a little bit of difference to their day.”

Local doctor’s passion for neurology and spinal care Dr Jodi Davis is part of a team of 30 Australian chiropractors leaving in February to provide health and education services to children and their families in West Bengal. She will travel to India on 15 February for three weeks as a volunteer team member of the registered charity Hands on India (HOI). “One-in-four children work as rock breakers and 12

HOI evolved from an idea among chiropractic students at Murdoch University in 2004 and a subsequent story by an Australian journalist about a young rock breaker in Bengali, India. The journalist put students in contact with the Seva Kendra Social Services Centre. Since then, HOI has taken more than 300 chiropractors on five expeditions and supported a range of other programs including women’s empowerment groups, early primary education, health and hygiene centres and nursing scholarships. Dr Jodi has been a practising chiropractor and registered intensive care nurse on the Sunshine Coast for more than 30 years and has a practice based in Doonan. To donate visit the HOI website: handsonindia.org.au/about or phone Dr Jodi on 0404 007 899.

LOCAL ISSUES

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local spirit and community. Join us and savour our cocktails and new menu. Embrace the laidback atmosphere and raise a glass to the beauty of Eumundi and its incredible locals. Cheers to a taste of paradise in our own backyard!”.

Tiki Bar has a new home The Tiki Bar has a new home! Previously located at The Pavillion Eumundi, the Tiki Bar has moved to the site where the Bohemian Bungalow was located on Memorial Dr, just up from the post office. They opened on 3 February to the tunes of Jay Bishoff.

Opening hours are: 11am-9pm Wednesday, 1-9pm Thursday, 1-10pm Friday, 11am-10pm Saturday and 1-7pm Sunday.

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LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Just gorgeous Shiny, creamy and lustrous … what’s not to love about pearls? Eminently desirable, a string of pearls or drop earrings add a special touch to any time of day. They are associated with Valentine’s Day as one of the top choices when selecting a special gift. Compared to hard, rock-borne diamonds, many find pearls special because they are literally made by a living creature. With a not-so-inspiring beginning pearls are the natural reaction by an oyster or mussel to an irritation. The annoying bit of grit is slowly covered layer by layer of nacre until eventually a pearl is formed. Because this happens rarely in natural conditions, pearl farmers have developed techniques to insert the irritant into a living oyster. The Australian cultured pearl industry is world-class. Wild oysters are collected, ‘seeded’ (likely to be a small plastic ball or nucleus) and returned to the sea in cages. Pearl farms are diligently attended by surface crews who keep the nacre-forming oysters clean and healthy for up to four years until harvesting. Part of the romance of the pearl is the association with the history of pearl diving. Broome on the coast of the Kimberly in WA is a well-known centre for salt water natural and cultured pearls.

The museum showcases the dangers of the industry including the extreme risks of hard-hat diving and when cyclones decimated a fleet of luggers in 1935 with 142 (mostly pearlers) lost. Courageous – or foolish depending on your personal risk assessment – divers in early tech suits were sent to the ocean floor, connected to surface air pumps by hoses to a brass helmet and wore lead boots to keep them weighed down. Peering out of portholes divers walked along looking for pearl oysters, filling a bag which was sent to the surface. Pearl shell was also valuable and used for buttons and jewellery. Dangers included nitrogen narcosis, decompression sickness, losing contact with the surface and the occasional shark.

In our more modern age wetsuit-clad divers use a hookah system of air supply from a surface ship, search for a good patch and scoop up Pinctada maxima oysters – but it’s still a dangerous occupation. Pearls – together with gifts of roses, chocolates and a fancy card – are now part of celebrating Valentine’s Day. If looked after, pearls are a lifetime gift. Some say they increase in lustre when worn regularly so don’t keep them in the dark … they belong in the light. Visit: t.ly/f06L-. Ruth Hickey

support levels of dopamine – a neurotransmitter that studies suggest is involved in sexual behaviour. Dopamine is responsible for feelings of pleasure and reward and may improve erectile dysfunction in males and sexual response in females. No studies directly measure the effect of zinc, D-aspartic acid, or dopamine from oysters on libido however, so aphrodisiac effects are inconclusive. Seafood, such as oysters, is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Some research suggests omega-3s may help improve sexual performance which could have an aphrodisiac effect in some people although studies do not demonstrate that they directly boost libido.

Are oysters an aphrodisiac? It is often said that oysters improve your libido and may act as an aphrodisiac – which typically refers to a food or drug that arouses sexual desire. The term aphrodisiaca originated from the Latin name 17th-century medics used to describe a new category of pharmacological substances.

Maybe don't get too excited though because if anecdotal evidence is accurate, according to one unnamed member of the Eumundi Voice writers' group: “My husband once ate two dozen oysters. Not one of them worked!”. Source: medicalnewstoday.com. Tania Watson

The 18th-century Italian author Giacomo Casanova reportedly ate large amounts of oysters due to their potential stimulating properties. So, do oysters boost your libido? Oysters contain or support the production of nutrients and compounds that may improve sexual performance, desire or arousal. These include zinc, D-aspartic acid, dopamine and omega-3 fatty acids. A single oyster contains 5.5mg of zinc which is half of the recommended daily amount for adult males and more than half for adult females. Some research indicates that zinc is essential for preserving sexual health and testosterone levels and it may positively affect fertility. Oysters also contain D-aspartic acid, an amino acid that may have a role in boosting testosterone production and play a similar role as zinc in boosting sexual arousal. Research also indicates that zinc may help to 17

OUT AND ABOUT

Australia Day Eumundi style A fun day was had by all who attended the Australia Day event held at Dick Caplick Park by the Eumundi District and Community Assn (EDCA). There were competitions for the kids with games such as thong throwing and sack races and adults were entertained by the toetapping tunes of the Hillbilly Goats. Eumundi Rotary provided the traditional sausage on bread and a true Aussie Day treat of damper with butter and treacle for dessert!

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Kelvin Bean & Mike Morris at lunch

Aussie Day at Kandanga

Seventy-five members of the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club recently enjoyed a drive to Kandanga and an excellent lunch at the Kandanga Hotel. While it was rainy, spirits were high inside the AC-cool dining room and a few glasses of the best Aussie brews were raised. A host of door prizes and raffles made for a great day out. If you are looking for an informal, social group and have a classic car you love visit: noosacarclub. com.au/wp. 18

Verrierdale Aussie Day Breakfast A traditional Aussie breakfast was enjoyed by all who attended the free Australia Day event hosted by Verrierdale Community Group at Verrierdale Hall.

Ampersand launch Ampersand launched their debut single Originality on 28 January at Solbar to a crowd of family, friends and fans. "After three years of performing together it's surreal to be celebrating the launch of our first piece of recorded music at one of our favourite venues on the coast. We couldn't have achieved this without the support and help of so many people along the way,” said Ampersand manager and piano man Jarrod Tutbury. To stream Originality visit: ampersandbandnoosa or Insta: @ampersandbandnoosa.

Back to school School is back! Eumundi State School (ESS) welcomed a new bunch of Prep students who have been enjoying school life, class activities and playing with new friends. ESS is keen to have as much engagement as possible from families in their child’s schooling. Those interested in becoming involved are encouraged to attend P&C general meetings. Email: esspandc@outlook.com.

MOTORING

How to use a roundabout Noosa has more than 100 roundabouts and council has published a video explaining when and how to use your vehicle indicator when navigating them. The rules are also explained for cyclists. Judging from the variety of signalling styles used on our roads it’s probably a good idea to have a look and compare the video to what you see in real life. You may decide to change your signalling technique. Consistent use of indicators makes vehicle movements on a roundabout more predictable and safer. Visit: t.ly/ZGrXm.

Terri-Anne Duckworth (Rotary) with Krista Flick (PCYC)

Learning to drive Learning to drive is a rite-of-passage for Australians as our spread-out towns and cities coupled with less-than-ideal public transport makes getting a licence essential to get to work, the shops or place of study. For some young people however, finding a roadworthy car and someone skilled and patient enough to teach them to drive is an insurmountable problem. Their family may not have a car, or the person who could teach them is ill or unwilling to spend the many hours needed to complete the requirements. In response the PCYC program Braking the Cycle was designed to support learner drivers who do not have access to a supervisor or registered vehicle to complete their 100 logbook hours. Krista Flick from Braking the Cycle recently spoke to the Rotary Club of Eumundi about the PCYC program. She said the volunteer driver mentoring program has been running in Qld for 12 years across 56 sites with more than 480 volunteers and has assisted over 4,470 youths.

Volunteers need a Blue Card and must have had an Open Licence for 12+ months. The vehicles and insurance are covered by the program. There are three vehicles available on the Sunshine Coast – two at Burnside and one at Caloundra. Let’s hope the program can be expanded in our local area. Visit: t.ly/eD2Br.

FOOD

CULTURE

A Taste of the Hinterland The Australian Good Food Guide recently awarded its 2024 Chef Hats for food. Several local favourites were recognised including: Sum Young Guys in Noosaville, Bask in Peregian, Locale in Noosa Heads, Alba Noosa in Noosa Springs, Lanai Noosa in Noosaville, Sails in Noosa Heads, Lucio’s Marina in Tewantin, Noosa Beach House Restaurant in Noosa Heads, Embassy XO in Sunshine Beach, Sumi Open Kitchen in Noosa Junction, Rickys in Noosa Heads and Noosa Waterfront Restaurant in Noosaville. There is no shortage of quality choices!

Lunar New Year It’s Lunar New Year on 10 February and The Wharf at Mooloolaba is celebrating with lion dances and more from 6pm. Enjoy the sunset and settle in for an evening of tradition and celebration to welcome the Year of the Dragon. Visit: allevents. in/mooloolaba/chinese-new-year.

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HISTORY

Eumundi’s early schools Two teachers – Mr James Ellis and Mr Adam Reid – taught 100 children of railway workers at Mt Eerwah Temporary Provisional School from November 1890 until it closed in September 1891 when the railway opened and workers left. The State Government agreed in 1893 to establish a Provisional School in Eumundi to cater for the increasing number of children in the area whose parents were mainly in farming or wood-cutting industries. Mr Walter Pole-Hore, a qualified teacher from London, was appointed Principal. With wife Frances he arrived in North Arm around 1869, later moving to Eerwah Vale to farm. They produced 11 children however four died in infancy. Daughters Eliza and Florence became his teaching assistants. Florence also trained as a nurse and opened a private hospital from her home opposite the Butter Factory. The Pole-Hore children were all gifted. Several returned to England for further education sponsored by a wealthy aunt. Son Victor served in the Boer War and WWI and won the Military Cross. Legend says that Mr Pole-Hore removed his boots every lunchtime, put his feet on the desk and took a nap. The children often played pranks on the sleeping Principal. Mr Pole Hore died in 1923 and is buried at Eumundi Cemetery. The first pupils enrolled at the Eumundi school were: Ellen, Edith, Alice and James Gridley; Thomas, Andrew and William Beausang; Edie 22

and Maud Arundel; and the Head Teacher’s daughter Amy. Offspring from the Bedington, Cash, Burrell, Briggs, Luke and Goodman families made up the original 23 pupils. Parent E H Arundell, proprietor of the general store, owned the Mt Eerwah school furniture and donated it to the newly built school and teacher’s residence. In 1911 Mr G H Cooke became Head Teacher to 86 pupils and the school and teacher’s residence were enlarged. Eumundi School had many students who went on to have impressive careers including former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and the Hielscher brothers. Roy became Chief Superintendent of Qld Police and Sir Leo Hielscher was Under-Secretary of the Qld Treasury Dept. A small school at Mt Eerwah opened in 1913 but closed in 1917 and was relocated to Brown’s Creek. An Eerwah Vale Provisional State School operated from 1925 until December 1963. Another at Belli opened in 1908 with 11 girls and 9 boys and closed in 1963. Doonan School opened in 1919 on donated land and 173 students passed through until it closed in 1954. Verrierdale School at the junction of Verrierdale Rd and Venning Rd opened in 1916. It closed several times when numbers dropped and in 1963 closed forever. Most of today’s Eumundi State School students are from areas ranging from Doonan to Kenilworth. Eileen Walder

ENVIRONMENT

Hericium coralloides – Coral Tooth

Native Lions Mane fungi Fungi have been used for thousands of years in the preparation of food and drinks. More recent applications include biochemical control of pests and plant pathogens, biofuels, crop enhancement and making medicines and cosmetics to name a few. With all the recent rain and warm, humid weather it has been a great time for fungi. At the University of Qld, research scientist Dr Kylie Agnew-Francis has been working on increasing the scientific knowledge base regarding Australian native fungi – particularly our native

Lions Mane (Hericium species). There has been limited research into the Australian species native Coral Tooth and limited recorded history of Indigenous use. International studies however have shown the species in genus has potential use with regard to neuroregenerative functions that may assist in future treatments for Alzheimer's, dementia and memory loss. Hericium coralloides fungi tend to be saprophytic – they consume dead wood typically found on stumps or fallen logs and prefer damp, sheltered environments including moist rainforests. It is a delicate white to creamy-yellow species with hanging spines. These are evenly distributed, like teeth on a comb, along numerous branches which develop from a thick stem rooted in the wood substrate. If you have any sightings of the native Coral Tooth Fungus around SEQ please contact Dr Agnew-Francis at: k.agnewfrancis@uq.edu. au. Sharing any fungi sightings on iNaturalist is also a welcome contribution to enhancing knowledge about native fungi in Australia.

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How to form a band Bands. Everyone loves watching them and every musician wants to join or form a group at some point – especially young ones. The Sunshine Coast is home to a large population of emerging young artists. There is an exceptional pool of talent with opportunities such as the Eumundi School of Music, Debby Parson’s Circle of Sound events and the Hastings Street Association’s Busking program providing platforms for talent to be showcased and encouraged. So how does a young ‘muso’ who wants to form a band start this journey? For three years I’ve been managing and gigging with Ampersand, working out the music industry on the fly. We started our journey with humble busking in 2021, to receiving grants and playing at the Caloundra Music Festival in 2023, to this year releasing music. This is a decent standard of success for a young band. Upon reflection I’ve compiled a list of what has worked for Ampersand over the years in the hope fellow eager musicians may benefit. Step 1: Finding your people You might meet them at school, online or at an open mic event. The most important thing when looking for potential band members is building the bridges of friendship. This friendship should be founded on a mutual love of music, 24

however it needs to be clearly established from the beginning. A positive rapport and great relationship between band members is far more important than the music. This friendship will ensure the teamwork is natural and everyone contributes their best efforts. If the band works as a team and are loyal to each other the music will automatically become spectacular. A band that has a great friendship is also far more engaging to audiences as they pick-up on the joy and fun you’re having. The band team bond comes before the music, talent, gigs, money, song choice and creative direction. Step 2: Finding your sound Flexibility is the key here. Never approach building a band with a hard and unshakeable image of what sound you want to create as you will always be disappointed. It doesn’t matter if you primarily play jazz and your drummer plays rock – the fact you’ve built a team bond means you will be able to create your own new sound. To find your sound, practice the art of ‘jamming’. Choose songs that everyone likes and jam them together freely. Let every band member’s distinct style and influence flow. Within a few rehearsal sessions this will begin to coalesce into a unique fusion of genres and techniques. Avoid limiting yourselves to specific

genres at this stage and be willing to try any song a band member suggests and attempt to make it your own. The key is to try everything – and a lot of it! Before long the team will be able to anticipate each other musically and begin to form their own non-verbal communication methods.

Step 3: Decision making and task division Managing the different ideas and opinions of a diverse group can be challenging. One person may want to focus on covers, another on originals, and another may want to do festival gigs. A band should work as a democracy with a defacto manager/leader as the ‘house speaker’ with every band member having equal decisionmaking power. Decisions should be put to a vote and gain clear consent from the entire team before being actioned. The art of compromise is obviously invaluable. Divide responsibilities equally. Besides individual instruments, songwriting and stage roles, separate band members should fill the roles of manager, booking agent, marketing manager, social media manager, treasurer and researcher. For a young independent band starting out, having a manager or leader who isn’t a band member is a risky situation as a band should be

100% responsible for their own plans, direction and decisions. Managing yourself is how you learn the most valuable lessons in teamwork and the music industry and actually understand how everything works. Step 4: Avoiding competition The Sunshine Coast music industry is a selfcontradictory beast. Everyone justifiably describes it as immensely competitive and for good reason, as we are home to the highest density of working musicians per-capita in Australia. Falling prey to the easy trap of treating the industry as competitive and attempting to compete with other artists is a sure-fire way to handicap your growth. You’ve already built your team, found your sound and are the best at what ‘you’ do and tomorrow you will be even better as you learn and grow. Choosing artists for a gig is the venue or booking agent’s responsibility, not the other artists. Everyone is going to apply for the same finite number of gigs. Showing animosity or resentment towards bands that venues choose to hire will quickly sour 'musos' and 'bookers' views of you. The industry is large but word spreads quickly, so the best strategy is to befriend everyone. Talk to other 'musos', support them at their gigs, support venues and good karma will come back around. It’s your job to work out the best way to appeal to the people hiring you and learn how to communicate with them. It also helps to find a niche of gigs that you specialise in. Jarrod Tutbury

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Tiddas I had the good fortune recently to see the play Tiddas at Belvoir St Theatre as part of the Sydney Festival. The play was adapted to stage by Anita Heiss from her book of the same name. Tiddas premiered at La Boîte in 2022 as part of the Brisbane Festival and was invited to perform at Belvoir St this year. The story is about five women, best friends for decades, who meet once a month to talk about books, lovers and the jagged bits of life in between. Tiddas is a shared Aboriginal word for sisters, not just through blood but through bonds of friendship, love and lived experiences. The performance shone as it was clear the cast drew on each other's strengths to present a play with plenty of laughs but also one that explored deeper, more serious ground. There were a few firsts in Tiddas. Anita Heiss had not written a play before and said the creative process was very different from writing a book solo. Roxanne McDonald made her directorial debut with Tiddas at Belvoir St and co-director Nadine McDonald pulled off a heart-warming production. Lara Croydon is one of the five Tiddas who made her main stage theatrical debut. “Under their leadership, the cast was doing full runs after eight days of rehearsal and that was with three new cast members since the 2022 season.” Emerging artist Anna McMahon debuted at Belvoir St and the Sydney Festival having been one of the original cast at La Boîte. Lara and Anna grew up in Kilkivan and the Sunshine Coast respectively. Perry Mooney played the Tiddas character Ellen and has a local connection with 26

2023 Tiny Treasures Winner – Storm Boy by Hape Kiddle

Entries open for Wootha Prize The Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize is sponsored by SCC and invites woodworkers and artisans across Australia to enter a prestigious woodworking competition with a conscience. Finalist pieces will feature in an exhibition at the 25th Maleny Wood Expo – an initiative of environmental nonprofit Barung Landcare – from 4-6 May. All applicants must work with sustainablyharvested native timbers, weed timbers or timbers that have been repurposed, salvaged or recycled. It's a platform to celebrate sustainablymade works that blend environmental stewardship with artistic brilliance. The Wood Expo attracts around 10,000 people to the region with more than 150 exhibitors. It features wood workshops for all ages, kids' activities, live music, interactive tool and trade displays, educational talks and a range of sustainably-harvested timber for sale.

Sculpture – The Enchantress by Guy Breay 2023 Image: Steve Swayne

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2023 furniture winner Stella – held by artist Garan Hale Photo: Sound Images Woodworkers of all levels are encouraged to submit entries with finalists in the running to win an overall cash prize of $10,000 or share in a prize pool of $9,000. There are three categories – furniture, sculpture and tiny treasures. A new stand-alone prize category 'Evolve' with a $1,000 prize acknowledges newer craftspeople and seasoned individuals who have dedicated a lifetime to tinkering in sheds or collaborating in woodworking groups and alleviates the pressure of competing against recognised professionals. Entries close on 22 March. Visit: barunglandcare. org.au or: malenywoodexpo.com.

Pomona Gallery – In the Moment In the Moment is an exhibition by selftaught watercolourist artist Gayle Sallaway at Pomona Railway Station Gallery until 28 February. “When I’m painting, I’m Streetlights in the moment,” said Gayle who is inspired by nature and how watercolour moves, flows and coalesces. “A painting is a moment in time, although that moment may extend over several hours or more.” Gayle started painting in her teens and recently exhibited and was a prize winner at the Noosa Show and the Tall Trees Art Exhibition in Cooran. Gallery opening hours are 10am-4pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am-2pm Saturday and Sunday.

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Sunshine Coasters love the water! If we’re not in it, we’re on it or under it and always have been, but Council's heritage collection is missing the items, photos and stories that tell that story. If you take part in water sports today or if you’ve got items and stories from way back, Council would love to hear from you. Visit Council’s heritage website for details.

Local art prize celebrates 10th year

Submissions for the Local Contemporary Art Prize 2024 are open. Caloundra Regional Gallery and The Gallery's Friends invite artists living within the Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions, working across all mediums, to submit 2D and 3D work. Forty finalists will be selected for the exhibition and four winners will share in a prize pool of $17,000. Entries close 2 February. For more details, visit Council's gallery website.

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A collaborative circle of good friends Following last year’s successful Essentials in Steiner Education course by Heart Spaces, Carol Liknaitzky is offering a part-time, yearlong program every Thursday morning from 8 February at 11.00am-2pm at Eumundi’s CWA Hall. Carol said Eumundi has the perfect vibe. “We paint, dance, watch slides, reflect deeply, sing, craft and create stories. Periodic Saturday ‘crafternoons’ develop skills in wet and dry felting, making moving pictures, creating shadow-light theatre, dyeing and working with silk.” Participants follow the Steiner philosophy of learning through doing, developing confidence and self-motivation in personal journeys within a warm community.

For educators, playgroup leaders, home schoolers or parents who want to learn more about the creative and insightful approach and skills in Waldorf / Steiner education. Heart Spaces offers a part-time, year-long course in

The Essentials of Steiner Education - ENROL NOW The course will take place in Eumundi on 7 Thursday mornings (11.00 am to 2.00 pm) starting 8 February and include one Saturday crafternoon (2.30 to 5.30 pm) each term. The course is brought to life by imaginatively exploring together how to transform our practice in work and life based on profound wisdom. We sing, create and tell stories, paint, draw, craft and dance. We also build a community with empathy and care. Carol Liknaitzky facilitates in ways that establish confidence and creativity. “Carol's Heart Spaces course for me was the most nourishing place to land on a weekly basis.” FJ

For more detailed information call Carol 0415 603 077 and to enrol go to www.heartspaces.com.au/education-courses

Rudolf Steiner was an Austrian scientist, philosopher and artist (1861-1925) whose interests included education, medicine, agriculture, nutrition, social renewal and the environment. Humanity must work in cooperation with nature, not against it. He warned of the depletion of human and natural resources unless we become sustainable. Following WWI Steiner felt the need to educate individuals differently. With sponsorship from Emil Molt – owner of the Waldorf factory – he opened the first Steiner/Waldorf school in 1919 for children of factory workers. It was co-educational and free. Today more than 1,300 Steiner/Waldorf Schools and 2,000 early childhood centres operate in over 60 countries. The schools focus on each individual’s potential as a feeling, resilient, ethical human being who cares for the environment and all life. Creative educator and social artist Carol is also an early childhood educator of teachers and parents, a certified Nia black belt dance instructor, illustrator of children's books, coach and mentor. She said last year’s group included mothers, therapists, teachers, early childhood educators and community leaders who discovered Steiner’s profound insights into human development. “We built a beautiful collaborative circle of good friends who will continue to support one another.” An online course is available. Visit: heartspaces. com.au/education-courses for information and to enrol or phone Carol on 0415 603 077. Eileen Walder

Seedlings playgroup Seedlings playgroup is an indoor and outdoor playgroup for 0-5yo held from 9-10.30am every Thursday morning at Eumundi State School. BYO hat, water and a snack. Register your interest with Louise Hobson or Sarah McDonagh at: playgroup@eumundiss.eq.edu.au.

SPORT

Local Rugby 7s team to compete in the US Eumundi Golf Farm Readers may recall a golf driving range just under the railway bridge on Don Napier Rd that is now Eumundi Palms. Disappointed golfing enthusiasts can now get back to range practice or pitch and putt right next door to the old venue. Eumundi Golf Farm brings a unique golfing experience to the area with its nine-hole pitch and putt as well as a great driving range. Set in picturesque surroundings and close to the Eumundi market precinct it is ideal for all ages and groups to hone their skills and have fun. Also proposed and coming soon is a Trackman Golf studio where you can use technology to improve your golf swing. You do not need to book for a round of pitch and putt or hit some balls – it is on a first-come, firstin basis unless you wish to book a lesson. Visit: eumundigolffarm.com.au.

POSITION VACANT

The Sunny Coast Crocs under 14yo boys' side is heading to Tampa, Florida in the US for this year’s TROPICAL 7s international Rugby 7s tournament in March. They are the first team ever from Australia with more than 70 international teams registered. The Sunny Coast Crocs is an invitational boys Rugby 7s side made up of players from various Sunshine Coast clubs. The team was created to provide touring opportunities for local players who have been integral in the development of the brand, name, mascot and logo. In late November Crocs' members were crowned undefeated champions at the Double Trouble 7s carnival on the Gold Coast. “TROPICAL 7s is arguably one of the biggest carnivals in the world and the fact we will be involved is such an exciting prospect,” said Head Coach Luke Zeremes. “Rugby 7s is an exciting form of the game but there are few opportunities for us to play high- level in our region.” Visit: t.ly/ a6Rnd.

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