Edition 11 October 2022

FROM THE EDITOR

IT’S a cliche, but the ‘political football’ that is the Beerwah to Maroochydore heavy rail line got a good kicking last week. The number of people sticking their head up (or notably not) for a say is indicative of the increasing sensitivity and urgency of the issue.

The issue got a head of steam when Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson questioned whether there was ever real money on the table when the former coalition committed $1.6 billion to it before the last election.

Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace blew up at the suggestion.

Then Transport Minister Mark Bailey piled on the politics, arguing the coalition had a decade to commit to it and fluffed the chance.

After that the 2032 Olympics board rode into town where the Premier did a good job of completely avoiding the issue.

Mayor Jamieson then made the fair point that it was a good thing the board was in town because they could see for themselves how important the project would be to a region clearly struggling with congestion (and that’s before

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another 200,000 people soon move in).

This is all ahead of the October 25 Federal Budget, which should lay bare Labor’s support for the project.

Although there may have been a hint at what’s to come when the Mayor warned there might not be any serious money until the May 2023 budget.

If that’s so then it will be cutting an increasingly fine line if it’s to be built for the Olympics. The Mayor thinks it needs five years to build, others have said 10 years. You would like to think a project of this size and something so important to the region would rise above politics, but it seems not.

Finally, congratulations to Beerwah State High’s Dance Company which had such a fantastic result at the Get the Beat nationals (P5). We spoke to dance captain Saffron Towers who along with teacher Jess Rossberg are truly an inspirational duo.

The Beerwah Dance Company celebrates their success at the Get the Beat national finals.

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Cranky bird had an eye on Gerry

A PARTICULARLY protective butcher bird almost cost Gerry Leahy from Beerwah his eye while he was innocently minding his own business on his verandah last week.

“He bombed me on my own verandah, hit me with his beak and was half an inch from taking my eye out,” Gerry told GC&M News.

Not as infamous as the Magpie for its territorial venom, Gerry said the Butcher Bird had a nearby nest and had been targeting him, but usually just flapping close by or using its chest. “I haven’t had a headache for 100 years, but I’m feeling pretty achy right now,” he said.

Play a Round with Rotary

THE Rotary Club of Maleny is getting set for the Club’s charity golf day on Friday October 28 at the beautiful Maleny Golf Club course. Funds raised will be donated to Orange Sky Australia, supporting the homeless and a Rotary International fund supporting people in Ukraine. The format is an 18-hole 4 ball Ambrose starting at 9.00am. $100 per player includes breakfast, lunch, and a team buggy. Several sponsorships are available, while Rotary is also seeking prize donations. Golfers of all standards, either as individuals or in teams of four are most welcome. The Ambrose format allows golfers to be part of a team and is great fun to play.

Further information and bookings at www.ticketebo.com/mrcgd

Tracking the congestion

By Kirra Livingstone

SUNSHINE Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson says he hopes a recent visit by the Brisbane 2032 Olympics board will help fast-track funding for the Beerwah to Maroochydore heavy rail line.

Speaking last week at the first Olympics board meeting to be held on the Sunshine Coast, political leaders were quizzed on the importance of the rail line in the context of the 2032 Games.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson said time was of the essence.

“I think what’s important is having the Brisbane 2032 board here to see the challenges that exist and what that might look like with 200,000 more people on the Sunshine Coast,” he said.

Mr Jamieson said while the next federal budget, on October 25, “may shed some light” on the Labor Government’s

commitment, “it may not and we may have to wait until the budget of May next year”.

“Based on the technology available, for (the line) to be in situ in 2032 they need to get underway in the next five years.” State Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk skirted around the issue, saying the government was investing in schools in the area as well as a $47 billion state wide

infrastructure plan. “We’re investing in new schools,” she said.

“We are looking at all of that and how it all fits in with the venues here for the Olympics and Paralympics.

“Everyone who is living here on the Sunshine Coast is under no illusion of our commitment to infrastructure with all those works going up and down the length and breadth of the Bruce Highway.”

The Rotary Club of Maleny’s Number 1 golf team ready for the October 28 charity day.

Swim club needs more help

By Jennifer Kent

BEERWAH is currently without a swim club after the Beerwah Splash Swim Club announced last month it would be unable to continue operating this season.

In a statement posted to the club’s Facebook page last month after a special meeting was held earlier in the year, the volunteer-run committee shared they were no longer able to continue: “After discussion with Swimming Queensland, we have decided to leave the club dormant at this stage with the aim to form a new committee in due course, possibly in the New Year with new affiliation and roles to then be elected”.

With uncertainty surrounding whether swim clubs can open at two other local pools, currently without management, it leaves those who wish to join a club forced to travel away from the hinterland to do so.

“Without a club, there is no pathway for swimmers in our community to participate locally in a swim club neither as a recreational club swimmer nor as a competitive club swimmer,” one member stated.

“Our club had very good competitive swimmers at state level, who have now had to join other clubs on the coast to continue their swimming pathway.”

Committee member Andrew Lange shared that it was a difficult and dissapointing decision for the club to make however without a coach, limited volunteers, and a shrinking committee, it was impossible to continue in its previous capacity.

“There were some significant challenges for the committee over the past year which made the daily operations of the club difficult and we had lost quite a few members,” Andrew explained.

“We are a membership-run club and as such rely on the volunteers to help the club operate.”

“But we’re looking toward the future and in order to have a committee and re-affiliate the club, we need to have membership numbers. We need people to put their hands up and get involved in the committee to see the club continue to operate. It is possible, but there needs to be the membership base there.”

Beerwah Aquatic Centre’s manager, Tom, is in support of the current club committee’s call for volunteers, sharing the swim club is a postive program for the community. While the aquatic centre is a seperate entity to the swim club, Tom said they do want to help and work together to bring back the comunnity driven club for local swimmers.

“There have been great things happening around the pool recently and I would love to see the club involved in that too,” said Tom. “The last thing I want to see is our local kids compete as part of neighbouring clubs. It would be great to see them representing their local community again.”

If you’re interested in helping get the Beerwah Splash Swim Club up and running again, contact Andrew at beerwah@widebayswimming.org.au

A new chapter awaits for Jan and Jeff

THE iconic Rosetta Books in Maleny has been sold and will change owners on the 18th of October.

Current owners, Jan and Jeff Cornfoot (pictured), said it has been a pleasure to own Rosetta’s, working in their lovely space, with such supportive local SEQ customers and many others visiting from around the world.

Unfortunately, continuing health issues for Jan have brought on this decision.

“I look forward to genuine retirement, relieved that another passionate booklover, Leanne Dodd, will own Rosetta Books. Leanne and her husband, Rob, will take over next week,” said Jan.

“In the meantime, Jeff and I thank our customers you for your generous support, your conversations, friendship and your interesting challenges to access those ‘hard to find’ books.

“Also, the support we’ve experienced from the staff, publishers, authors and many others including Steven and Tyyni Lang from Outspoken and especially, our daughter, Sarah.”

Jan and Jeff moved to the Blackall Range 43 years ago. After living in different locations with Jeff’s work as an airline pilot, they moved back permanently 22 years ago and plan to stay in Maleny. You can call in to Rosetta’s during their final week and even the shop early for Christmas with so much stock arriving.

Singing loud and proud at Heart Community Day

By Marina Gomide

AMONG the jam-packed program of Beerwah Heart Community Day, is a workshop aiming at bringing people joy and confidence through music. The Joy of Singing workshop, led by Rebecca Hoge and Bryan Martin, wants to encourage anyone and everyone who has ever had an interest or love for singing, to join them in a choir experience.

Rebecca and Bryan founded the Joy of Singing choir in Landsborough after Rebecca felt the need to sing, as a way of exercising her heart and lungs following some health issues. With no place in the area that encouraged singing, she reached out to a friend for advice and eventually turned this idea into reality. The choir is led by Bryan and meets every Friday from 9:30am to 11am, in a covered outdoor area at the beautiful Rocky Creek Scout Camp.

“The goal is to connect people with their voice, nature and each other”, Rebecca said.

Their workshop at the community day will provide an opportunity for anyone interested to experience what it’s like to be part of choir and will be treated like a regular meeting session. The motto of their workshop is that everyone can sing.

“We want to give people the confidence to sing, especially if they have ever been told they shouldn’t, because music is something everyone should experience, with no fear or shame”, she said.

“If you ever though that you might like to sing in a group or ever felt like trying to use your voice, just come along.”

The free Beerwah Heart Community Day will be held at the Beerwah Heart Precinct, 25 Peachester Road, on Saturday, October 15 from 10am to 3pm.

Aside from the Joy of Singing workshop, at 10:20am, other activities will include yoga, facepainting, hip hop workshops, and line dance classes.

There will also be delicious food, street art exhibits, and live music by local Che Burns to enjoy.

Beerwah twohour parking limits installed

TWO-hour parking limits have been installed in parts of Beerwah for the first time in the hinterland town.

The limits are in effect from Monday to Saturday from 8am-5pm.

Signs were installed last week along Simpson Street.

It is understood further signage will be installed along Turner and Peachester streets.

Limits were enforced by the council following the introduction earlier this year of three-hour parking limits at Beerwah Marketplace.

That decision forced staff and other drivers to park outside the marketplace, which absorbed car parks in front of Simpson and Turner street retailers.

The council said it was aiming to “achieve a balance of the demand for car parking in the area”.

“It is intended that this change to the on-street parking service will assist with parking turnover in the area”.

The Flourish Connection (pictured) will be at Beerwah Heart Community Day.

They’ve got the right moves

By Kirra Livingstone

A PERFECT combination of 50 dedicated students and an inspirational teacher has led the Beerwah Dance Company (BDC) to unprecedented national success at the Get the Beat National Dance Championships.

Beerwah State High’s BDC won an incredible eight national championship titles and a national runners up title for performances from contemporary to jazz and theatre. It was the most awards BDC has ever collected at a nationals event, with BDC teacher Jess Rossberg thrilled

first place for eight of them and second for the ninth routine, so we are really happy to have been rewarded those results,” she said.

The committed BDC students train four mornings a week and then full day rehearsals prior to events, as well as the occasional lunch time and public holiday.

“The juniors and seniors are really supportive of one another and hype each other up and they always want to try and better themselves,” Jess said.

“The juniors are talented with what they can do, and the seniors aspire to do similar things as the juniors… the seniors

juniors look up to the seniors.”

Dance captain Saffron Towers said despite everyone’s commitment, the results were still a surprise.

“I was really shocked,” she said.

“We knew it was really competitive and challenging, but our dedication and passion really showed.”

She said she was particularly proud of their contemporary performance, “Breaking the Ice”.

“It was a full-time dancer’s performance because of Miss Rossberg’s guidance,” Saffron said.

Jess said she was constantly motivated to provide a safe, supportive space for the students.

“It’s a collaborative and supportive space and I always value their feedback and their suggestions, they are amazing,” she said.

“I don’t do this for me, I do this for them… I always check with them if they want to do extra rehearsals, it’s never a matter of me forcing them to, it’s always a team decision.

“It’s about giving them memories to look back at and gives them an opportunity to be a part of something, because for some kids, it’s the main reason they come to school.”

Saffron said the students embraced that positivity, saying it created a great atmosphere in their training and

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performances. “I put it down to Miss Rossberg,” Saffron said. “She creates a family and energy. We got the results because we worked hard but also because of how we feel in the room.”

Saffron added that even if a student wasn’t as strong in some areas, Jess would be a positive and inspirational influence. “Her passion is so strong not only for dancing, but for helping others,” Saffron said. “If you can’t dance as well, she will never make you feel bad, no student has ever felt bad around her, she just helps you through.”

As well as creating this environment for the students, she has also invested much needed time into group activities to further develop the group’s connection.

“It’s not all about the dance, it’s about building stronger connections and working together,” she said.

“Sometimes we don’t do rehearsals for a week because I’ll see the kids and can tell they are burnt out, so I’ll either cancel the sessions to let them sleep in or do some bonding exercises.” BDC was awarded National Champion for: Breaking Ice, Play, Outta My Mind, Burning, No Way, Always Be, Whipped into Shape and Run It.

Craft brewery tapping into Beerwah

BEERWAH is set to tap into the massive and growing craft beer market with plans for a micro-brewery and live entertainment development in the centre of the growing hinterland township. The brewery is planned for the rear of 4 Turner Street, which is located next to what will soon be a new health hub and is close to the Village Marketplace and railway station.

In an application lodged with Sunshine Coast Council, Vrecko Pty Ltd says Beerwah is in need of this type of facility, with its proposal including food and live entertainment options.

“The production of craft beer in Australia is growing at a rate of around 10 per cent per year. The growth is based on the consumer’s desire for the tangible, authentic and local experience of local breweries with regionally sourced ingredients,” the application states.

“There are limited vibrant venues in the region that are family friendly where both parents and children can enjoy live entertainment.” Proposed hours of operation are 10am to midnight Sunday to Wednesday and 10am to 2am Thursday to Saturday.

Vrecko said Beerwah was the ideal place for a new brewery, “Micro-breweries are an emerging high-value industry and local breweries have been gaining popularity and winning numerous quality awards. In addition, the State Government has recently released a ‘Craft Brewing Strategy’ which seeks to support the expansion of craft brewing in Queensland.”

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Growing up, Rocky

MALENY author Patty Beecham has written her early memoir, ‘Growing up, Rocky’ based on her family life in Rockhampton and Central Queensland.

“This my story of an innocent childhood in a fractured family as we learn to live with each other, only to be torn apart after a tragic accident. It’s a Comingof-Age story with my dad, Canon John Warby OAM, as a community leader and Anglican priest. It’s a look back in time and reminiscing of a softer, kinder world, dealing with the changing world of the Seventies, and growing up in a small country town,” Patty shared.

“It’s a story of survival, overcoming bullies, and bringing myself up These stories are the skipping stones of my life. A little from here and there, until the end is reached. Think of this book like a patchwork quilt, with stories and timelines gently overlapping.”

This is an important personal story of a turbulent political time in the early 1960s with life on Lockhart River Mission and the changing times within the community.

A gentle reminiscing told through the protagonist Patty as she recounts her upbringing, and the difficulties of a family learning to live under the one roof.

Patty’s three older siblings attended boarding school, returning for only six weeks each year. Life on the Mission

pearling luggers. The first time Patty lived with her entire family was when she was four-years old!

The story notes the changing society with television and the Pill, and how a family struggle emotionally when the younger brother, a talented self-taught artist, is tragically killed two days before a family wedding.

Patty’s mother buys a corner shop at Keppel Sands,

a small seaside community 40kms from Rockhampton, Patty has to learn to cope with school bullies in her first year of High School, and helping her father within the small, rowdy church community.

Rockhampton people still remember with great fondness Canon John Warby and Mrs Bunty Warby, as leading public figures in the small town. The group of people on the Facebook group ‘Rockhampton: Remember When’ encouraged Patty to tell her own story, and without their gentle and persistent encouragement, this book would never have been written. Canon Warby was a Queenslander of the Year in 1987 and received an OAM for his work with the Indigenous in later years.

“I’m happily married, the mother of our two adult sons, and spend my retirement living between Brisbane and Maleny,” said Patty. “I am already writing the next 40 years of my life as a follow-up memoir, and I suggest you wear your seatbelt! I have always written and since retiring, have published two poetry collections: The Poetry of Patty Beecham, and These Days I live in Brissy.”

Patty’s poetry has been published in the international magazine Prism, winning several awards including ‘The Professor Bruce Dawe, AO, Patronal Prize’. I have had articles published in the Courier Mail newspaper, ABC Brisbane and Crikey.com. au.I was Australia’s first Roving Reporter for ABC Breakfast Radio, and the first Funeral Photographer in Australia.

‘Growing up, Rocky’ will also be available in Digital and Audio formats.

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Gorgeous Girls’ journey of

By Jennifer Kent

BECAUSE love matters.

That’s the simple version of a much more complex answer from Christina and Stephanie Brown on why they’ve packed up their lives to travel around the country with their 88 year old mother, Kay, who for the past eight years has been living with dementia.

Their story is a blend of love, adventure, tears and laughter as they follow the ebbs and flows of what comes with being a full time carer to a loved one.

Kay, or ‘The President’ as she’s often referred to in their online group ‘The Gorgeous Club’ (you can check them out on Facebook) doesn’t recognise her daughters, but she seems to recognise the love between them and by all accounts is loving being on the road.

The trio have been on the road for 15 months, travelling a great distance from Maleny to Darwin to Perth, making their way back to Maleny where they’ve spent the past few weeks at the Showgrounds while catching up with family and friends.

Along the way they’ve met countless people, made friendships and garnered supporters, all while raising awareness and maintaining conversation about a disease which affects over 487,000 Australians.

“People would ask me what I would do if I wasn’t caring for mum, and I said, ‘this’,” Stephanie shared. “I thought, why wait, mum has always wanted to travel in the caravan, so I asked her and she said Christina and Stephanie Brown with mum Kay (middle).

Roast pumpkin, leek and parmesan risotto - GF VEG

Oven baked pumpkin, leek and rosemary,

Quinoa spring vegetable minestrone - GF DF VEG

A protein rich tomato based soup made with

yes... so that’s what we did, we packed up and left Maleny for Darwin. Once we were in Darwin Christina said ‘you’re not leaving without me’.”

While being on the road emulates a sense of freedom and choice, the sisters openly admit that it is incredibly challenging and they are often at wits end, exhausted emotionally and physically.

“Whatever situation we would be in, there would be challenges,” said Christina.

“Is it difficult? Of course it is. Do sometimes we feel like our lives are on hold? Yes, our lives are on hold. Would we want to be doing anything else? No. this is

“We recognise we have a balance between us - Stephanie is the routine, structured full time carer, and I’m the entertainment coordinator, the gentle emotional side when things get difficult.

love

“We’re there for each other and there for Mum.”

They’re a balanced pair, just what Kay needs.

Most people have been touched in some way by dementia and for each and every person, the experience, the timeframe, the highs and lows are different, all heartbreaking in their own way.

Christina and Stephanie are experiencing it all while on the road.

“I’ve lost that conversation.. my confidant.. and that’s been difficult,” shared Christina.

“But, you know, I think it’s about understanding mum’s rhythm.”

“They talk about the new normal,” Stephanie explained. “It’ll be chugging along and then next minute, something will happen and then that’s the new normal.

trip, mum was remembering we were getting the caravan and something happened one night and then next day she was different. It’s like this for a long time, and then it’s like this.”

They manage the challenges with laughter and support for each other and call the experience liberating, challenging and healing.

“What we own in our lives is this [gesturing to their set up].. this is it. We are our base,” said Christina.

“I feel we’re really lucky. I still think how many people get this opportunity to spend this time with their mum,” Stephanie shared.

“And how many people make that decision to take that opportunity. I think there are people out there that can but there’s something, maybe fear, [holding them back],” Christina added.

“But this is a crazy thing to do.”

“To us, we don’t see it as this special thing we’re doing, but when you look at it from someone else’s perspective, it’s different from what most would choose,” Stephanie said.

“We’ve got nothing.”

“They’ve got me,” Kay smiles.

And isn’t that everything.

If you’d like to follow along on Kay, Christina and Stephanie’s journey, you can find them on Facebook by searching ‘The Dementia Diary’, join ‘The Gorgeous Club’ or head to their website, www.thetravellingbrowngirls.com.au

Skin Cancer Service arrives in Hinterland!

Introducing Professor David Wilkinson, FRaCGP

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland now has its own resident skin cancer doctor with Professor David Wilkinson practising at the Fig Tree Medical Centre on Cedar Street, Maleny from 6 October 2022. David is committed to educating Australians about the dangers of the sun and treating the skin cancers, melanomas, and skin damage so many of us have developed through our lives.

David trained in medicine at The University of Manchester and has post-graduate training from universities in South Africa, Australia and the US, most notably from Columbia University, New York. He has been in Australia for over 20 years now and has held a range of eminent academic and clinical roles, including as Dean of Medicine at The University of Queensland between 2003 and 2013. This is where his special interest in skin cancer medicine, skin health and aesthetic medicine started, leading to him developing one of the first skin cancer training courses for GPs as well as UQ’s Master of Medicine (Skin Cancer).

David was then Deputy Vice-Chancellor Engagement at Macquarie University in Sydney from 2013-2021, and throughout this time he continued to teach General Practitioners the foundations of skin cancer medicine.

Using the Melanoma Institute of Australia risk calculator, David will explain your individual risk level and provide a lifetime care plan, so you know how often to get checked, if you need Total Body Photography, and how to treat any existing conditions, or to revitalise tired and damaged skin.

Moved to Maleny

Having moved with his family in 2021 to a rainforest and grazing property near Maleny, David has been practicing skin cancer medicine on the Coast. The time is now right and a partnership with the owners and doctors of Fig Tree Medical Centre in Cedar Street has seen David welcomed to the clinic, which is expanding rapidly at present with six doctors now practicing.

David loves the lifestyle in the Hinterland and continues to develop his skills in landscape photography on our stunning scenery. He has taken up wood-turning and joined the Blackall Range ‘woodies’ to learn from the many experts in the club.

Not only will David consult at Fig Tree Medical Centre but will also do the full range from biopsies, minor surgery to more advanced procedures. Patients can book in to see David on Thursdays and Saturdays at Fig Tree Medical Centre

Dr David will regularly provide content to GC&M News readers to educate and guide patients with the multitude of skin conditions and diseases.

Glasshouse Country Senior Citizens on a comeback

By Janette Barnes-Parriott

WE’RE bouncing back, despite the last few years’ health hurdles and restrictions. Anyone who is 50+ is very welcome to visit our club to enjoy socialising plus fun.

We are actively looking to increase our membership – the more the merrier!

We believe that all seniors should be given the opportunity to meet others and to enjoy their experience at GCSCC.

GCSCC has been in the district for well over 35 years, inviting our mature seniors in the area to participate in a friendly, inclusive way.

Enjoy socialising and friendship with other seniors along with outings, events, and monthly get together meetings followed by lunch at local dining places. Each meeting includes an invited guest speaker on a variety of interesting topics i.e. the Maleny Light Horse Brigade, Koala Sanctuary, SCC Composting Advisor, Beerwah Men’s Shed, Twinnies‘ Pelican Sanctuary, Paramedic 1st Aid Educator, Native Bees Promoter.

Recently, we invited Maleny Seniors Club to a day trip, by coach, to the Esk Bush Bash. Morning tea and lunch were provided,

while the Bush Bash Gang gave country music renditions plus comedy skits - with audience participation. A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by everyone.

Other outings we have achieved were to Parliament House (a fabulous bbq lunch was provided and cooked by Andrew Powell). We also visited Government House where the Governor provided morning tea, then a tour. Other outings included a leisure cruise plus lunch on the Mooloola River, a visit to the Eumundi Markets, an excursion to The Ginger Factory – just to name a few of our previous outings.

Every second month we invite a different seniors’ club to a fun day of morning tea, entertainment, lunch, plus numerous raffle draws. A great day out for all. The bonus is that there will be a return of our annual free morning tea in March 2023, which is for all seniors - where we provide morning tea, entertainment and the opportunity to buy tickets for lots of raffle prizes, not to be missed!

Fun loving seniors at Glasshouse Mountains Probus

By Norma McCormack

WHO would like to be acknowledged in Senior’s Week? We would! Seniors of the Glasshouse Mountain’s Combined Probus Club. What is Probus? It is a social group composed of members who no longer suffer from work-related stress. Retirees can meet with others of roughly similar age to talk about past experiences, share stories and look forward to new experiences. Probus is for active retirees from all walks of life.

Glasshouse Club was formed in 2001 and is part of the world wide Probus Organisation. Each Probus Club has it’s own character while staying within the goals of the larger parent body. Our Club elected to be open to both men and women, hence “Combined” was added to our name. It is a social club which provides fun filled activities whilst also promoting intellectual and cultural interests with the motto “Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship”.

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Meetings are every second Tuesday at the Beerwah Community Hall at 9am, starting with tea and biscuits prior to the meeting and to catch up with others. After the meeting, members have lunch at a local eatery, a different venue each time for variety and to assist our district’s struggling businesses.

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 10am in the Glasshouse Mountains R.S.L. Hall. Other Wednesdays of the month are devoted to outings, dining out, coffee and chat mornings or committee meetings. The short business of the element of our meeting is followed by a guest speaker.

Our Outing Wednesday is always something to look forward to. Our group visit many local areas throughout the Glasshouse Country and further afield , inlcuing Brisbane, Toowoomba, Somerset Dam and Eumundi, to name a few. Bus or train travel is used where possible.

On other Wednesdays there is Dining Out at local Restaurants or Coffee and Chat mornings for small groups. There are smaller groups where Members can share interests e.g. a Book Club, a Craft Club and Canasta Group.Getting out has got to be good and the best reason to do that is having Fun,

The age of membership covered in our Club is thirty years, so obviously those who join keep coming. After fifteen years of being, a club history was compiled. All this indicates the caring inter-generational friendships formed in a club such as ours. This helps in a small way to ease the loss, through distance, of companionship of older relatives or friends of members who have come to this area from far. If this doesn’t move you to join Probus, there is one more plus –we don’t have Cake Stalls or Fundraise.

See you in Probus!

My name is Tawhid Hassanien, a General Practitioner who has recently joined Beerwah Surgery.

Dr Tawhid has a special interest in Women’s health, he holds an Advanced Diploma in Obstetrics

Gynaecology from RANZCOG.

Tawhid enjoys all aspects of General Practice

This includes but

Mirena insertion and removal

Menstrual problems

Menopause management

Acne, Infertility

Terminations

Dr Tawhid enjoys spending time with his family, reading and bush walks.

Coffee and Chat Morning with Dagmar, Marita, Gordon and Norma

Hearing

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A sense of purpose

By Sonia Isaacs

MOOLOOLAH resident Di Chandler has been acknowledged for her longstanding commitment with the Mooloolah Community Centre at a recently held volunteer luncheon event. One of the original Mooloolah Op Shop ladies, Di has spent the last 12 years volunteering one day a week, and for many years has held a position as the Op Shop’s Thursday Day Manager. Now in her seventies, Di said that while she may have started working at the Community Centre run Op Shop in 2010, the concept of volunteering was not new to her, having first started her volunteer journey in her thirties when her children were still at primary school.

Di estimated she has spent over 30 years volunteering her time in various roles and positions and is an enthusiastic advocate of the benefits that come from volunteering; not only as a way of giving back to the community but equally as a way of enriching the lives of the individuals who contribute their time, knowledge, and involvement.

“As a volunteer I experience an incredible sense of satisfaction being able to serve and support my community, but it also allows me to meet new people, enjoy great companionship with other like-minded volunteers and gives me a great sense of purpose, especially since I retired,” said Di.

Di said she originally got involved with the Mooloolah Community Centre completely by chance when she had read about a book swap, publicised in what

was then known as Glasshouse Country News, being organised at the Centre; and being an avid book lover had decided to head along.

“I hadn’t actually planned to become a volunteer, but I had turned up for the book swap and got chatting to the organiser, a lady called Dot Page who seemed a little overwhelmed by the concept, and so I just asked if she needed some help, and then from there the initial idea for somewhere for locals to pop in, grab a book and have chat evolved into the decision to set up an Op Shop,” explained Di.

Di said that she and her husband Rob had relocated to Mooloolah from Brisbane in 2002 and for many years didn’t have the opportunity to get to know people in town. She said that she had found with time on her hands she was keen to do something, and so when the prospect of volunteering to help set up the community op shop arose, she was happy to get on board.

“We initially started with extraordinarily little stock and a little cash tin. Soon after we started a relative of Dot’s had passed away and left a house full of beautiful items which we used to set up the shop, and then once the word got out the community started to bring in donations.

At the time we wanted everything priced very cheaply with most items $2 and under and if we sold $20 worth of stuff, we thought it was a great trading day!” said Di.

The Mooloolah Op shop organically evolved over the years, and Di said she absolutely loved volunteering there, and that it had opened up a world of new friends and acquaintances, boosted her sense of everyday well-being, and was wonderful way to socialise and be involved in her local community.

“I would really miss it if I weren’t able to do this every week. It gives me a real sense of purpose and something to look forward to, and a reason to get up and get out. I always say if you have the time, come and volunteer as it will definitely improve your life!”

Peachester Garden Club

THE September social meeting was held at the garden of Betty Muir, a lifelong member of the Peachester Garden Club. Betty’s delightful garden in Beerwah was a treat to visit. In the front garden a lovely Bougainvillea was in full flower, and there were numerous flower displays throughout the garden.

We discussed a variety of interesting root plants, including cassava, taro, yam, yacon and cocoyam. They’re all grown widely in Asia and India, and can be delicious when prepared using appropriate recipes. It will be fascinating as we grow in experience with these exotics.

Our next meeting will be held at Suella and John Lanceley’s garden at 204 Storrs Rd Peachester on October 20. If it rains, the

Di Chandler outside Mooloolah Community Centre Op Shop

Marie Conway and Gaylene Coppa

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IN previous editions we explored the importance of well-planned infrastructure and housing options to ensure sustainable connectivity and liveability into the future. This edition, we asked our panel to consider ‘a gaze into their crystal balls’ to suggest what future they envisage for our Sunshine Coast and Hinterland residents over the coming decades with the following question:

Q: What vision can Hinterland based residents look forward to in 10, 20 years and beyond?

Jenny Broderick, Business Owner, and President Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce

A: Wouldn’t it be great to see our stunning surroundings maintained, whilst also having the ability to cater for the employment needs of our locals, their children, and grandchildren? I would love to see a place where local industry has an opportunity to grow sustainably, our agricultural and retail businesses are thriving, and where everyone has affordable access to the whole Coast.

A place where visitors continue to come and can access the entire Coast with ease, exploring our incredible Hinterland, mountains, and rural lifestyle – and experience and enjoy the best of both land and sea. I look forward to transport infrastructure in place that allows access to the greater Sunshine Coast without having to battle constantly busy roads filled with traffic. A transport network that is viable, efficient and that the residents and tourists can have confidence in. We want to see our Hinterland thrive in all areas, both work and play.

Time to make the

Looking ahead to our transport vision for this time includes fast, right of way, passenger rail to connect Beerwah and Maroochydore that would also extend to the international airport. All major centres would be linked by high-frequency public transport corridors with services running

Games. The Games will also showcase our beautiful Sunshine Coast locations

with the possible exception of the potential Beerwah East

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Brisbane.

future our own

By Sonia Isaacs

If the natural beauty and nature of the hinterland remains at the heart of the Hinterland, this will continue to grow us as creative, enterprising, and adaptive communities.

Dr Nicholas Stevens, Program Coordinator, Urban Design and Town Planning, School of Law and Society University of the Sunshine Coast

A: Hinterland residents could expect to see better connectivity between their communities, via short and perhaps autonomous public transport loop trips. They can look forward to having better sub-regional public transport connections, going west east and vice versa; and can expect improved active transport infrastructure within their local centres allowing many short trips to be made safely and comfortably without a car.

In the next two decades Steve Irwin Way will be upgraded, the Bruce Highway future, but how we move about certainly will. Exciting times!

that the Hinterland will remain an outstanding place to live and visit.

The Hinterland communities are unique on the Sunshine Coast, in that they often have very strong community identities, both socially, but also in a design sense- in that they have a main street, with shops and many community infrastructures and services. There are many more places in the coastal corridor that lack such uniqueness and identity. Therefore it will be important to ensure that Hinterland communities reinforce that ‘sense of place’ but do it in a way that allows everyone in the community access to all opportunities, and that you don’t need to rely on a car, and when visitors do drive to these communities, the main street is not dominated by them, but instead remains an important meeting place for all people.

MORNING OPEN

Tunbubudla tops the cup

Celebrating

journey

BEERWAH State High recently celebrated its eighth annual Academic & Cultural Cup. Teachers and students were entertained by an array of talent which included performances by the multi-award-winning BSHS Dance Company, an engaging performance by Beerwah Actors’ Collective, grooving tunes by Beerwah High Concert Band and Beerwah High Stage Band, and an electric rock performance by resident student band ‘Off beat’.

Congratulations to Team Tunbubudla, who have made their way to the top of the Academic & Cultural Cup for an amazing fifth time. Their proud maroon mortarboard once again rests atop the beautiful Academic & Cultural Champions’ trophy for another twelve months. With several tied categories this year, 15 male and female year level champions added their names to the BSHS Scholastic Almanac. The beautiful leather-bound

Conondale gets ready to rumble

DO your stretches, change your oil, stock up on spare levers and blow the cobwebs off your pride and joy, the best weekend of vintage riding, at the best location in Queensland is back again!

Get your mates, family and friends together for the 2022 Ballard’s Off Road Classic Weekend presented by Rat Racing at Conondale’s Green Park on October 14-16, 2022.

The three day Conondale Classic Weekend has something for everyone. Its a non-competitive vintage dirt bike riding event across a series of tracks including two MX tracks, a vinduro loop, trials area and the popular grass track for riding Saturday and Sunday.

Held at the legendary Conondale Green Park in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast hinterland, a secluded motorcycle haven, with lush green hills, the best dirt you could ask for, a flowing creek through the middle and ample amenities.

book of parchment paper was signed by our champions, adding to the history of age champions past held within its pages.

Our 2022 champions were extremely surprised by the generous prizes and medallions they received thanks to the incredible support of local businesses. A massive thank you to Vianta Espresso & Bar, Baan Thai, Aussie World, Blast Aqua Park Coolum, Australia Zoo, Beerwah Flowers & Gifts, Spinners Bar & Bowl Caloundra, Laserzone Kawana, The Coffee Club, Beerwah Newsagency, and the Beerwah State High School P&C Association for their continued support.

2022 Age Champions - Danielle, Keeley, and Kai Ukkola (Year 7); Ellie Jennings, Mahalia, Charlotte Young and Tighe (Year 8); Amelia Claes and Benjamin Henninger (Year 9); Macey Searle and Anthony Sabater (Year 10); Lily Byford and Riley Ferguson (Year 11); and Ella Eade and Ethan Ross (Year 12).

We invite vintage motorbike riders, supporters and any two-wheel fans to get involved with a huge lineup of riding, workshops, trade village, historical exhibitions, sponsor activations, vintage 1990 RM250 motorbike raffle, the legendary Shannon’s Show n Shine Saturday 12-1pm and entertainment all weekend.

Australian off road legend Geoff Ballard (pictured above) will be attending.

“This year marks 50 years racing across Australia and the world, no wonder I’m so tired,” he said.

“I have raced 27 International Six Day Enduro’s (13 gold and 9 silver medals) and 31 x 4-Day Enduros, where I won the oldies class this year.”

Geoff, or “GB”, knows racing, with 25 Australian titles, plus three USA titles in Enduro and Cross Country classes. At 63 years young, Geoff is still riding, racing and developing products for Ballard’s Off Road, his technical motorbike parts company based on the Gold Coast.

“I just love riding Conondale, it has so much history and it’s always a fun and friendly vibe with everyone there, I can’t wait to come back to the Conondale Classic.”

Horoscopes

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

The cosmos encourages leaving behind troublesome friends who bring you down. You also enter a week of deep reflection, where your personal aims and social conscience go under review. Admittedly, there have been a few challenging moments in recent times, but you’ve grown beyond earlier limitations. Librans are ready to try something new.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

While all is not lost, something might be. Your mind is drawn in many directions and, as you become less focused, it can be difficult to keep an eye on everythingespecially finances. It’s been said that many hands make light work, but some of them can be attached to demanding individuals. If someone’s complicating a situation - go solo.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

You may be cash-strapped, but don’t give others the impression that your finances are unsettled. Worrying about income makes no difference but it could attract dishonest individuals. There are plenty of sharks out there all-too-happy to feed on vulnerable Sagittarians. Stay silent about your income and expenditure.

CAPRICORN

Family life in the 1800s

By Ron Gillinder

BANKFOOT House, believed to be the oldest residence in the Glasshouse Mountains, was established by William and Mary Grigor along the old Gympie Road in 1868.

In those challenging times, one can only wonder how the Grigor family, with three children under four years of age, managed to stay cool during the long hot summers.

No doubt there was strong competition for the horse trough!

Water had to be carried from nearby Coonowrin Creek and among the many historic objects in Bankfoot House is a wooden shoulder yoke used to carry two buckets of water.

At bath time, several trips were necessary to ensure sufficient water was available to fill the galvanized tubs.

Dad was usually first to bathe and then each family member went in turn down to the youngest child.

After all had bathed, the water had turned a very muddy colour. It really did mean

BEGINNING OCTOBER

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

Life can be tough. Still, we must all assume that better times lie ahead. Lucky for you, mighty Mars does too. Your professional standing is in line for a boost, with opportunities coming from unusual sources. Indeed, being in the right place and making the right contacts are important ingredients to current success - so just go for it!

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

That famed Aquarian charm will get you everywhere this week. You’re out to inspire and impress. When you present such a positive attitude, people just naturally do more things for you and with you. Sounds so simple, really. Strange that more people don’t get it. Those looking for romance have every chance of finding love.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

This week, happy synchronicities start to happen. If you can’t see signs of this, it may be that you’re still recovering from recent tensions. The planets now put all their energy into helping you identify and fix long-standing problems. The eventual outcome: genuine joy and satisfaction, both at home and at work.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

If you’ve spent the last three weeks feeling mentally scrambled, stressed or just ridiculously indecisive, relief is near. As Mercury once again steps forward, you’ll soon notice the difference. From here on in, this quicksilver planet becomes more dynamic every day, as will you. Take action based on new insights learned over recent weeks.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

A forward-moving Mercury sees work goals move in the right direction. All lines of communication start to re-open, and you can look forward to busy discussions. One warning: prolonged pressure can place high demands on even the healthiest body, so don’t overdo punishing regimes. Another likely distraction: inconsiderate colleagues.

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

It’s not selfish to do what makes you happy, Gemini. You must be satisfied with your own lot before you can bring joy to others. But expect an air of envy around you this week, as your current success may put some noses out of joint. Shrug off any provocation. Most friends and family will be thrilled to applaud you.

taking care not to throw the baby out with the bath water.

Mary Grigor was a key figure in the relatively isolated rural community. Reports show, in the absence of medical and hospital facilities, Mary became the unofficial midwife for the surrounding district.

Early pioneers were known to drop their wives off at Bankfoot House into Mary’s care for up to six weeks.

Prior to her marriage to William in 1863, Mary had worked as governess to the children of Captain John Clements Wickham, who lived at Newstead House in Brisbane.

Mary passed away on 12 June 1900 and William on 15 July 1907.

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

The planets push for more honesty at home. If relationships feel strained, talk problems through. For others, the week attempts to sort out family feuds. Perhaps, too, painful childhood memories demand resolution. The cosmos also continues to deliver a busy work schedule. There may be little rest this week, but much should be achieved.

LEO

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

Our lives are full of opportunities to start over, and every so often there’s a potent cosmic push that gives us a dynamic boost and creates new beginnings. So now that Mercury steps forward again, it’s the right time for forward planning. This week, investigate ways to make your life grow. The end result will be so very satisfying.

VIRGO AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

Now that Mercury has moved forward, you’re once again free to sign contracts, schedule vital meetings, have significant conversations and make important decisions or purchases. Remain confident as you push ahead with anything that requires communication or forward planning. You’re back in control.

Sustainable Futures Expo

BoQ Beerwah’s ‘access all

and to further connect with the community.

ambulance services, while some kids got the chance to hop in some of the emergency vehicles!

Rocking Hall of Fame

ACMA welcomes four top quality guest artists to the ‘Hall of Fame’ for a country music concert on Sunday

But not just country! Talented

Great afternoon, don’t miss it! See you at the Hall, 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina. Concert 11am to 4pm. Doors open 10am. Sausage sizzle and raffles.

advanced bookings contact 0449 181638 or 0409 588 939.

go to hall maintenance.

Lacking vision

GC&M News asked a very good question about transport infrastructure planning (Sept 27, p12). As the Sunshine Coast Council has recognised that there is a climate emergency, I am amazed Mayor Jamieson managed to not mention it. At least he did say private vehicle use cannot continue to be our only option, stopping shy of saying more public transport is needed. I hope he also stops the widening of roads within the borders of Caloundra city. That would be consistent with the unanimous vote taken a year ago about the emergency. Andrew Powell’s response was full of threats, but no vision. No mention of the need for minimising fossil fuel use - rapidly, completely and for ever. Burning fuel has decimated food security all over the world as weather has become increasingly erratic. Farmers are beside themselves with anxiety. But there is one way to offer our leaders an alternative way to decide what happens next. A citizens’ assembly on climate. ‘Deliberative democracy’ is extremely useful for such wicked problems as how to reduce carbon. Google it, friends. We are running out of time.

Jenny Fitzgibbon Maleny

Climate science is real

I am simply incredulous about Mr Peter Bowles’ letter of October 4. Ian Plimer, a geologist, is a well known climate change denier. His claims include, without proof, fraudulently claiming that volcanoes have produced more CO² emissions than the entire human race. I refer Mr Bowles to the recent comments by Senator Pocock, “It seems like a pretty sad day in Australia when in 2022 we’re (still) hearing arguments about climate science”. Perhaps Mr Bowles should take notice of Dr Alastair Grinham, a volcano and greenhouse gas emissions researcher from the University of Queensland, who estimated that the 1991 Pinatubo eruption produced an estimated 0.05 gigatonnes of CO² emissions, less than one day of human emissions, which directly refutes Plimer. See link: www.aap.com.au/factcheck/ iceland-and-philippines-volcaniceruptions-didnt-produce-more-co2-thanhumans/

The Albanese Government recently released a consultation paper detailing their EV strategy. It included a section about improving fuel standards, a more valid subject than a thirty year old volcanic eruption. According to that paper, cars emit 45% of all transport emissions. The Governments’ 2021 BITRE Yearbook showed in 2016 that 6,573,293 driver only cars travelled 163.8 billion kilometres to

work in the capital cities. This represents the highest density of motor vehicles therefore the highest percentage of transport emissions.

The National Transport Commission calculated the average emissions per vehicle per kilometre for 2019 was 150 grams per kilometre. This emissions figure has remained fairly constant or higher from 2014 to 2022.

Dividing the distance travelled by the number of cars, then multiply the result by average emissions, provides a total or 3.7 tonnes emitted per vehicle per annum. Emissions totalled over 24.5 million tonnes each year, or 0.2 gigatonnes. Pinatubo was estimated at 0.5 gigatonnes of CO², thirty years ago. The above calculation shows that just part of the Australian car fleet would produce CO² far in excess of any volcano. One can only imagine what the emissions are worldwide.

Mr Bowles’ “alternate facts” are simply wrong.

Ken Dyer Landsborough

Wind and sun enough?

In his letter on October 4, Ken Dyer paints a glowing picture for renewable energy but acknowledges that only 21.4% of Queensland’s electricity came from renewables in the last year. What Mr Dyer doesn’t seem to realise is that to keep the lights on we need 24 hour power, not just when the sun shines and the wind blows.

To do this now and well into the future we need double power generation systems with coal and gas backup to maintain supply when renewables don’t work. This is one reason our electricity prices are rising and the other is the $7 billion a year government

subsidies for solar and wind which add 70% to total Australian market costs.

The Kidston Pumped Hydro project is a good example of doubling up the cost of renewable energy. It requires a large solar farm to pump water up to a storage pit during the day and then release that water down through turbines to produce 250MW of electricity for only eight hours. That is two power stations instead of one.

The capital cost of this Kidston project is estimated to be $923 million. South Australia built a 270MW gas power plant in 2017 for $360 million which can run any time it is required. Without the aging coal-fired power stations which Mr Dyer disparages, our lights would go out very quickly.

Europe provides a perfect example of the hypocrisy of CO² global warming politics. They were reliant on Russian gas for industry and heating and now that is suspended, with another cold winter on the way, they are having to reopen their old coal power plants because their vast solar and wind energy supply is intermittent.

Sel Hopley Maleny

use it? It really couldn’t be easier!

Instead of piling up green waste in your yard, which makes a handy hideout for the snakes waking up right now, why not just put your green waste straight into your green bin? It only takes a few minutes a week, and it’s amazing how much you can fit in the bin.

And if, like me, you have a lot of green waste, you can hire an extra bin – it’s so convenient and saves the cost of trips to the tip. Not to mention reducing smelly air pollution.

We all enjoy the natural beauty of this town, so please be considerate of your neighbours and don’t spoil it by burning off green waste. Thank you.

JW

Glass House Mountains

Please explain

Further to Peter Bowles letter, can anyone explain to me why the media insists upon showing video grabs of power station cooling towers billowing white clouds.Since when has steam been a pollutant?

Peter Watts Glass House Mountains

Great green bins

There’s been a bit of a regular habit going on here in the Glass House Mountains for some time now. A few locals like to burn off their green waste, without considering that the smoke might bother the neighbours. And take it from me, it’s no fun having your home fill up with stinky smoke if the wind brings it in your direction.

In case you haven’t read your rates notice lately, you are being charged a fee for the green waste bin service, so why not

MALENY FORUMS

A Maleny multi-generational park: playing, picnicking, and passing time Many Maleny residents experience the lack of a park that is suitable for a wide range of ages, picturing a green space with the right facilities. Maleny Forums is convening a forum to:

MALENY FORUMS Update

• bring together those who are passionate about the needs and interests of a range of age groups, from very young to very old;

• explore the needs of those groups in terms of a park, and how and where those needs could be met;

• use speakers and small group discussions;

• form a working group to work collaboratively with Sunshine Coast Council.

Maleny Forums collaborates with the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, Hinterland Business Centre, and Maleny Community Centre.

The ongoing support of local Councilor Winston Johnson is also valued.

Numbers are limited and interested individuals and groups are invited to email Maleny Forums to let us know of your interest malenyforums@gmail.com

When: Wednesday, November 2 2022

Time: Forum is 9.30 to 11.30am

Like to receive notices of upcoming forums and new working groups?

Cost: A gold coin donation towards the hire of the venue is appreciated.

Please email malenyforums@gmail.com or use the QR code.

Maleny

Maleny’s rub of the green

MALENY Golf Club has undertaken a series of major course upgrades this year, including fairway irrigation, all-weather cart paths and on-course toilets using grant funds exceeding $275,000.

Plans are also afoot to restore and enhance the environmental value of a second wetland within the picturesque course precinct and secure more land from the Sunshine Coast Council (SCC) for cart storage, parking and the construction of a new clubhouse.

General Manager Mr Stephen Porter said turf damage caused by extreme wet weather in February had sharpened the club’s focus on the need to invest in more permanent and resilient infrastructure improvements.

“The committee recognised that contending with extreme wet or dry weather and providing on-course toilets were essential for the yeararound presentation of a high quality, community-run 18-hole golf course to serve members well and attract visitors,” he said.

“The balance between members and visitors is consistent with the Council’s expectations about capturing the full benefits of this community asset,” he said.

Early in 2022 the club secured six grants for remedial work and major projects, including $165,000 from the Queensland Government for fairway irrigation, $85,000 from the RACQ Foundation for all-weather cart-path construction and $9,000 from the SCC towards installation of on-course toilets.

will always be ongoing, the imminent completion of these three projects should greatly improve the golfing experience for both members and visitors,” Mr Porter said.

“In the coming year, the club plans to work closely with the Council to upgrade the southern wetland on the course to enhance its ecological value and

store rainwater and recycled water for irrigation.”

Mr Porter said discussions had also been initiated with Council to provide more land for cart storage, parking and to facilitate construction of the permanent clubhouse.

For more information about Maleny Golf Club, the course and membership options visit the website: www.golfmaleny.com

Tour de Fisher

SUNSHINE Coast MP Andrew Wallace will hop back on his bike for his fifth annual listening tour around the Fisher electorate. This year’s Tour de Fisher, from October 10-14, includes 25 listening posts in five days.

“There is nothing that energises me more than getting out in the community, listening to constituents, and visiting the great towns in the Fisher electorate,” Mr Wallace said.

“That’s why, every year, I get on my pushbike and hold listening posts in our beautiful coastal and hinterland towns.”

Mr Wallace said it was a great opportunity for locals to have their say, and to sign a petition,including the one that tells Labor to get on board the Sunshine Coast Rail project

“As your voice in Canberra, I want to hear about the issues that are important to you and what will make the biggest difference for you and your loved ones,” Mr Wallace said.

The Tour de Fisher starts at Kings Beach

concludes at Bokarina Beach on Friday, 14 October at 9.45am. The stops in between Conondale, Maleny

times and locations andrewwallacemp.

Kidney disease the silent killer as early stages go unnoticed

THERE are concerns that hundreds of thousands of Australians are oblivious to having the early stages of kidney disease.

Kidney disease is a serious disease that affects up to 1.7 million Australians.

The incidence of kidney disease in Australia is growing, with the number of Australians receiving kidney replacement therapy (dialysis or transplant) more than doubling over 20 years to 27,700 in 2020, according to the latest Australian Institute of Health Welfare report released recently.

Chronic kidney disease refers to conditions of the kidney affecting the filtration and removal of waste from the blood for three months or more. The AIHW report, Chronic kidney disease: Australian facts, shows 14,600 Australians receiving kidney replacement therapy were on dialysis; and 13,100 had functioning kidney transplants that required ongoing follow up care.

Chronic kidney disease is a growing

public health issue and about one in three Australians has an increased risk of developing this disease, compounded with the growing ageing population.

Kidney failure is the most severe form of chronic kidney disease and occurs when the kidneys can no longer function adequately, at which point people require either dialysis

or a kidney transplant to survive. Chronic kidney disease is called a ‘silent disease’ as often there are no warning signs and it is not uncommon for people to lose up to 90% of their kidney function before any symptoms are apparent. Chronic kidney disease is mostly diagnosed at more advanced stages when symptoms become more apparent. Chronic kidney disease is largely preventable because many of its risk factors – high blood pressure, tobacco smoking and overweight and obesity – are modifiable. Chronic kidney disease is detected early and managed appropriately, the decline in kidney function can be reduced and might even be reversible. Symptoms can include high blood pressure, changes in the amount and number of times urine is passed, changes in the appearance of urine, blood in urine, puffiness in legs, ankles or around eyes, tiredness and nausea.

No isolation is more of a worry

The Leukaemia Foundation has responded to the National Cabinet’s announcement to end the mandatory COVID-19 isolation period this month.

Leukaemia Foundation CEO Chris Tanti said adult blood cancer patients who contract COVID-19 face a one in three chance of death.

This is significantly higher than nonimmunocompromised patients and the announcement will likely prompt further anxiety for Australians living with blood cancer, the foundation said.

“For some of our most vulnerable Australians, including those living with blood cancer, there’s a fear that they are being ‘left behind’ as they continue to face the very real threat of serious illness from COVID-19,” Mr Tanti said.

“We know the COVID vaccine isn’t is as effective for blood cancer patients, therefore we ask the State and Territory governments to ensure timely and transparent access to COVID treatments.”

It’s time to talk: Menopause is costing women billions of dollars each year

MENOPAUSE costs women more than $17 billion per year in lost earnings and superannuation, according to the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST).

AIST, the peak body for the $1.6 trillion profit-to-member super sector, said recent British studies indicated up to a quarter of menopausal women experienced debilitating symptoms leading to long-term absences from work

Turn volume down at work

MORE than 1.1 million workers in Australia are exposed to harmful levels of noise in their workplace. And as National Safe Work month kicks off this October, Hearing Australia is urging workers across all industries to protect their ears from dangerously loud sounds.

According to the World Health Organisation, noise exposure contributes to 22% of workplace-related health issues.

In Australia, hearing loss due to excessive noise from machinery and power tools is one of the most widespread, yet preventable, workplace injuries.

“The workplace is one of the most common sources of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). However, this is by far the most preventable kind of hearing loss,” Karen Hirschausen, Hearing Australia Principal Audiologist, said.

“Workplace noise can and should be managed by implementing a range of

COUNSELLING

or forcing them into early retirement. “We know that women have had to resign or reduce their hours because of symptoms,” Janet Michelmore AO, CEO of Jean Hailes for Women’s Health said.

“The statistics do not surprise me. We know that in Australia 80 per cent of women experience menopausal symptoms that can range from mild to extremely severe.

“Many women have had to resign,

reduce their hours, or go part time because these symptoms can last up to ten years.”

The national not-for-profit organisation has been a leader in the field of menopause and women’s health for 30 years.

“With October being World Menopause Month, it’s time to increase awareness that menopause is a natural part of a woman’s life. Important conversations

and increased education for women and their health practitioners around menopause have to become the norm,” says Ms Michelmore.

“We need to break taboos around menopause and find ways to keep women in the workforce. We need to break taboos around the topic of menopause and encourage women, their partners and families, and workplaces to acknowledge this life stage.”

control methods – and that can be as simple as limiting time spent in noisy environments, using quiet equipment and ensuring you wear appropriate hearing protection.

“People often ask ‘what’s too loud?’ Essentially, if you’re in a situation where you need to raise your voice to be understood at conversational distance (one to two metres), then the noise is probably too loud.”

Holding God’s Hand

WHAT scares you? When we ask children this question, they will often mention fear of the dark, or spiders, or getting lost. Teens and adults are more experienced and tend to mention bigger risks, such as losing your job, a natural disaster or anything that could rob us of health and happiness.

Our Creator God knows how we are made and how fear can make us anxious. In the Bible the message “Do not fear” occurs some 365 times. That’s one reminder of God’s care for each day of the year.

In the book of Isaiah, God says “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”

When we lose our job, learn that we have a serious illness, face a big financial loss, or watch a family member make dangerous choices, we naturally experience fear for the future. What is

with Charles Russell

Landsborough Seventh-day Adventist Church

going to happen to us or to them? How will we get through this?

God’s words in Isaiah to fear not for He will strengthen and uphold us, invites us to look at the big picture, the overarching story. Our God promises, in effect, “I am with you; I am your God; I will strengthen you and help you. My right hand will take hold of your hand, so do not be dismayed.”

I encourage you, no matter what is happening in your life, to remember God’s promise, “Fear not, I am with you. I am your Heavenly Father. You are my child. I will take hold of your hand and walk next to you no matter what.”

Help build belonging

THE Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is the humanitarian arm of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Australia and overseas. ADRA supports people through crisis relief, meal programs, life skills support, community gardens, food hampers, counselling and other services.

After the devastating floods and storm damage in the region in February this

year, ADRA donated $5,000 to support the neighbourhood centres in Glass House and Landsborough distribute funds to those in need of assistance. ADRA is holding its annual appeal this month and is seeking tax-deductible donations to help support its work.

The theme of the Appeal is ‘Help Build Belonging’. Donations can be made online at adra.org.au/adraappeal

All Creatures Great and Small!

Contributed by Reverend Deb Bird

CAROLE Philips spoke of the great work of Four Paws Animals rescue and donations were given to support the

cause.

Across the parish we blessed around 50 dogs, cats, chooks and a snake!!!

CATHOLIC

MASSES

Beerwah Heart Community Day

Time: 10am-3pm, Saturday October 15

Where: Beerwah Heart, 25 Peachester Road

WHAT'S ON

Beerwah Kindy’s Barefoot Bowls

Festuri Festival

Oct 15

Info: Beerwah Heart Community Day is a free event that celebrates Queensland Mental Health Week by bringing the community together. Enjoy wonderful live music, get creative in a variety of workshops, express yourself through movement and delight in the delicious offerings of our local

Time: 11am - 2pm, Saturday October 15

Where: Club Glasshouse, 10 Coonowrin Rd, Glasshouse Mountains

Info: Kick off those show and don those mad hats for Beerwah & District Kindergarten’s Barefoot Bowls with Mad hats fundraising event. Get your team of four together for this fun adults only event in support of the local kindy. $20 per head includes sausage sizzle, lawn fees and bowls, and the bar will be open. Bookings essentials. Contact 0401 507 956.

QCWA Cents for Centenary

Time: 10am-2pm Saturday, October 15

Where: Maleny RSL (opposite Woolworths)

Oct 15

Info: The QCWA Maleny ‘Cents for Centenary’ Cent Sale is on in celebration of 100 years of the QCWA. The old-fashioned Cent Sale will also have floral art along with cooking decorations.

There will also be raffles and fun for the whole family. Purchase your auction tickets for the Cent Sale on the day.

For further info contact Marlene on 0407 133 679.

Where: The River School, Maleny Info: Join the friendly folk from The River School for a day of family fun and community connection.

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Delicious food and activity stalls will be available. You can even book in to take a school tour with our Principal.

Buses are operating from Cooke Park and the Maleny Showgrounds (by gold coin donation), as parking will be limited.

8th Annual Australiasian Bat Night

Time: 3-8pm, Sat October 15

Oct 15

Where: Maleny Showgrounds Info: The annual Australiasian Bat Night is back again! Join frankie the flying fox and learn about all the amazing things our little BATllers do to keep our environment healthy. Enjoy native animals up close, guided roost tours, kids art activities, stalls and aerial workshop plus the outdoor movie: Fern Gully. Places

for this free event - book at www.eventbrite.

Oktoberfest Family Day

Time: 10am-3pm, Sunday October 16

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Where: Maleny Bowls Club, 8 Bunya Street Info: Get in the game of bowls at the Maleny Bowls Club come and try day. A game for everyone from kids to the young at heart, the day also celebrates Oktoberfest! Enjoy german style hot dogs and german beer, plus there’ll be ice cream, raffles and more.

Lawn bowls and Oktoberfest - what else could you want? Contact Wendy for more information on 0438 399 604

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Time: 10am-6pm, Saturday October 29

Where: Beerwah Sportsground

Info: Festuri is hosting a free and family friendly colourful world celebration in a totally new location. Welcome to the Beerwah Sportsground! You will have a feast of the senses with International food, as well as sensational music and dance performances. Capturing the essence of many nations coming together as one global community, right here on our doorstep, Festuri offers a place for Sunshine Coast, Hinterland, and out of town people to come together to celebrate the myriad diversity of the world music and dance. festuri.org.au

Peachester Church Centenary

Time: 3pm Sunday, Oct 30

Where: Peachester Community Church

Info: The Peachester Community Hall and History Committee are hosting an event to celebrate the centenary of the Peachester Community Church. The Peachester Methodist (later Uniting) Church was opened in December 1922.

It became part of the Hall complex in 2017. On Otober 30, the church will be open from 3pm for visitors to view a display of historical photographs and memorabilia.

HinterWonderLand

Time: From 1pm, Saturday November 12

Where: Simpson Street, Beerwah

Info: It takes a village to build a Street Party! Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce and Jack Rabbit Events are proud to present HINTERWONDERLAND Street Party Beerwah 2022. Join in the fun on Saturday, November 12 for live music, eat street, artisan markets, business and community showcase, family entertainment and rides for the kids. It’ll be a fantastic celebration of all things Glasshouse Country!

CACA November Fair

Time: 9am-4pm Sat & 10am-2pm Sun November 12-13

Where: 5 North Street, Caloundra Info: Caloundra Arts Centre Association are holding their November Fair showcasing wonderful artworks, beautiful pottery, handmade unique bags, decorated pillows, stunning quilts, jewellery and artisan woodwork to name a few as well as plenty of lovely plants and a variety of books. There’ll be scones, sandwiches, cakes and BBQ, along with live music and a huge Xmas Hamper Raffle and Money Tree.

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HI Brownie, A couple of questions for you.

Photo 1: Can you identify this plant? A very spikey individual.

Photo 2: Following your article about snakes, how about this beautiful little ‘helper’ in my workshop. A Spotted Python I believe.

And a question: I have a Lilly Pilly which has grown tall and ‘thinned out’ at the bottom. We wanted it thick to shade us from car headlights. If I prune the top will it thicken at the bottom?

Peter Cowell

Thanks for the questions and photos, Peter.

The first photo is one of the Euphorbia milii varieties – commonly called Crown of Thorns… for obvious reasons. There are lots of varieties, so it’s hard to tell you which exactly it is… but it is a beauty. It’s healthy and growing well, so keep doing whatever you’re doing now.

You’re lucky to have a Spotted Python in the workshop. It’ll work hard to keep rats and mice under control. They’re a small python and yours looks like an adult and is about as big as it will grow. I also like your work bench… very much the look of mine – ordered chaos.

Lilly Pillies being wet forest plants, grow to the light, and when they get taller, they don’t need the leaves at the base as there’s not enough light down there to keep them photosynthesising efficiently. Most Lilly Pillies respond well to brutal pruning, so I’d agree with your assessment and cut the tops out and see what happens.

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Recently, the whole team joined together to celebrate another successful year at our McGrath Coast and Hinterland Annual Awards Night at The Lakehouse Sunshine Coast.

The evening celebrated the hard work, successes and 6-star service provided by all of our sales agents, admin support and property management team.

Cassi Nuske, your local hinterland sales specialist, has had an amazing year and received three awards including the Outstanding Achievement Award and Top Sales Award.

YOU KnOw A cOMMUnitY GROUP whO wOULD BEnEFit FROM A DOnAtiOn?

Over the past six years, McGrath Estate Agents Coast & Hinterland has proudly donated more than $200,000 to worthy charities and organisations through our Community Giveback Program. Each month we are giving our valued clients the opportunity to nominate a beneficiary to receive a $100 donation on their behalf. We choose two recipients. One chosen from each of our Caloundra and Beerwah offices.

LAST MONTHS RECIPIENTS WERE: KICKS Martial Arts

If you would like to make a donation to support, you can make contact at: www.kickstaekwondo.com.au

Melanoma Institute Australia

If you would like to make a donation to support, head to: www.melanoma.org.au/donate

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Divisional managers Carrissa Willis and Amy King receiving their awards from business owners David and Jodie Hedley-Ward.

How are rising interest rates affecting the Hinterland property market?

As we enter the second month of Spring

the countdown to Christmas, buyer activity for the Hinterland is on the move. Cassi Nuske of McGrath estate agents reports seeing an increase in open home numbers and buyer enquiry over the last couple of weeks following a quieter start to September. “We’re seeing a lot of first home buyers with a budget of up to $700,000 vying for homes in this price band. Interest for our higher-end property listings in the mid-millions has been coming from both interstate and overseas buyers moving to the region for the peaceful lifestyle within easy access of Brisbane services.” Recent statistics from CoreLogic

indicate the peak for property prices across the regional Queensland real estate market came in June 2022. From the last price trough (pre-Covid) to the most recent price peak, regional Queensland property prices averaged a phenomenal 42.7% increase in value. Since the peak in June, there has been a decrease across regional areas of 3.5%. To put this into perspective, a property valued at $750,000 in June has been reduced by $26,250 in the past two months, however, prior to Covid, this same property would have sold for around $525,000.

Other positive news comes from the ABS which has reported a recent reduction in annual year-on-year inflation from 7% to 6.8%. Once

inflation is under control, it’s expected that aggressive interest rate hikes will ease and this in turn will influence property prices to stabilise.

Cassi says, “the Sunshine Coast Hinterland holds enormous appeal for a wide range of buyers within our local demographic, together with the steady flow of interstate and overseas migrants. I believe the ongoing desire for the lifestyle afforded by our stunning region will help sustain buyer demand and uphold property values.”

If you’re thinking of selling or need help navigating the changing market, please contact Cassi at McGrath Beerwah for an obligation-free chat regarding your real estate needs on 0415 304 127.

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The turf master of the hinterland ready to help

By Marina Gomide

Matt Jamieson is the proud owner of the new Coochie HydroGreen Glass House Mountains franchise.

Operating across the hinterland, Matt offers a variety of services to help people maintain a nice, green, and healthy lawn. From grubs to fungus and weed control, fertilizing and soil conditioning, Matt is an expert in the science that goes into lawn maintenance.

Matt and his wife moved from Canberra to Beerwah in April to escape from the city madness. This is one of the reasons the couple found Beerwah so attractive in comparison to the coast.

Before making the move, Matt worked as a Licenced Conveyancer for 32 years, practicing and specialising in property law. While completing his Uni studies, Matt worked part time for a Coochie HydroGreen Franchisee in Canberra.

After making the decision to move to Queensland, he decided he didn’t want to continue working behind a desk.

Having worked part time for Coochie HydroGreen before and enjoying it, Matt made enquiries, and was told about the Glass House Mountains Franchise opportunity. Matt did his own investigations and after learning of the expected growth trajectory and the vast area this franchise would service, he took up the opportunity to purchase the franchise and moved to Beerwah, feeling it was important to live within the region he would be servicing. Matt and his wife committed to the franchise 9 months before commencement of the business in July 2022.

Coochie HydroGreen Lawn Services was originally established in 1996 after some mates began debating why lawn management services weren’t widely

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Starting in Canberra, the business now has franchises all across Australia, servicing over 25,000 properties. You can reach Matt on 0448 884 208,

ghm@coochie.com.au or visit coochie. com.au to book in your free assessment and quote. For a limited time, you can also receive $20 off your first treatment when you mention his ad.

Certain work defined as 'building work' in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors or, if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside of that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit.

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PENNEY, Hilda Daisy

Late of Maleny. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday the 4th of October 2022. Aged 97 years.

Dearly loved Mother, Mother-in-Law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

Genuine friend to many. Friends and Family are Invited to Witta Recreational Club for a celebration of Hilda's life on Thursday 13th October 2022 commencing at 12:00 noon

Followed by burial at Witta Cemetery.

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Beerwah Ladies Golf

Contributed by Brenda Briese

THURSDAY 29th September was a Stableford with 51 players in two divisions. Div 1 winner Sharon Phillips 36 pts followed by Sue Greentree 35 pts. Div2 winner Donna Burrell 40 ocb from Jenny Rutley 40 pts. NTPs 2. Sue Greentree. 5. Ruth Parish. 16. Carolyn Chestnut. 2nd shot 18. Helen Lewis. Pro pin also went to Helen Lewis. BRD went to 34pts.

Saturday 1st October we played a Monthly Medal with a field of 26 ladies, in one division. Winner was Jo Malone with a brilliant score of 69 nett off a handicap of 4. Runner up Dot Smith on 70 nett. Gross winner Andrea Campbell 83 gross. NTPs 2. Jo Malone. 5. Beth Abraham. 16. Emily Eyres. 2nd shot 18 Carol McLeod. Best putter Christine McGrory. BRD went to 75 nett. Thursday 6th October was Monthly Medal with a field of only 29 ladies in two divisions. (Forecast rain so many cancelled). Div 1 Cathy Stone 71 nett ocb from Sonia Kenway 71. Gross winner Jo Malone 75 gross. Div 2 winner Teresa Keast 72 nett, ocb, runner up Jenny Rutley 72 nett. Gross winner Joey Eccles 96 gross. NTPs 2. Elaine Egerton. 5. Helen Lewis. 16. Carls Groce. 2nd shot 18. Penny Brewster. Best putting Sonia Kenway. Pro pin Monica Dangerfield. BRD went to 74 nett. Keeping our fingers crossed for some

Sonia Kenway, Teresa Keast and Jenny Rutley

Donna Burrell, Sharon Phillips, Jenny Rutley

Goanna’s get going for Indigenous comp

THE Sunshine Coast Goanna’s women’s team are training with A Grade NPL side Souths United FC in preparation for the First Nations Indigenous Football Cup on November 3-5.

Goanna’s President Wayne Alberts said some players from the Goanna’s also play in the Souths United team and were able to organise fortnightly training sessions.

“It was fantastic, some of the girls from the Goanna’s don’t play in the NPL but they adapted quite nicely, it was good to see,” he said.

“We’ve got a few girls who live down that way as well from the Goanna’s, so it was only fair to train down there one week then come to the Sunshine Coast to train the next week.”

Through this special training, Alberts

“Speed is a big factor of what they have learnt so far, it’s good to get down there for the girls and the men to see how different coaches do their training sessions differently,” he said.

“In the training sessions they were doing speed work, ball work, technical and passing skills, just all different kinds of training drills.”

The First Nations Indigenous Football Cup will play out at North Lakes and will see 12-14 teams in each division battle it out for the cup, which the Goanna’s men’s side are the defending premiers.

Wayne said he is quietly confident both the men’s and women’s Goanna’s teams will do well again this year and highlighted the positive mood amongst the players.

Beerwah masters dominate the pool

THE Beerwah Swim Fit Masters team have placed eighth in the Noosa Masters Long Course Meet, while one competitor broke a Queensland masters record.

25 teams from across south-east Queensland competed at Noosa on September 24, including the Beerwah team which was made up of five ladies.

Among those, Beerwah Swim Fit master’s swimmer Lene won all five of her races on the day and broke the Queensland 100m butterfly record by two seconds, completing it in 1.10.65.

Kylie also won all of her five races; Danelle got two first places and three second places; Davina placed first, second and third in her races; and Jo placed second and fourth.

Beerwah Masters swimmer Kylie Therese said the team’s results were so good, their national rankings after the Noosa Long Course Meet speaks for themselves.

Witta Tennis

Contributed by Pauline Fraley

DATE CLAIMER: WT AGM Saturday 12 November commencing at 12:30 at The Shed.

Friday 7 October: The Whistlers played at Witta against Maroochydore Bluebells. After the school holiday break, we were happy to be back on the court. Good tennis as usual, and enjoyed catching up, and we had a good win. Score was 8-0 sets, 48-12 games. Team was Maree Hooley, Paula Cudmore, Aki Lepper and Cindy Harris.

the focus for Dana

CHAMPION Beerwah boxer Dana Coolwell is focused and fighting fit for his eleventh professional bout, this time against seasoned pro Kevin Aseniero on November 5 at the Fortitude Music Hall.

Dana’s coach Steve Pitt has praised his revitalised attitude in the ring following the birth of his first child in August, his son Iluka.

“I’m really proud of him, he’s juggling training in the mornings, training in the evenings, working all day, going home and cooking dinner, doing the fatherly

“He’s really focused like I haven’t seen him in a long time… the responsibility of becoming a father has really heightened his maturity.”

And although he’s just become a dad, this has not slowed him down in motivation and instead has improved his training for his upcoming bout.

“It’s been really good, he’s on point and ahead of schedule and he’s really settling into the featherweight division,” he said.

“We’ve already been doing some sparring which we don’t usually do yet, but he’s been really strong in the sessions.”

Philippines boxer Kevin “The Bull” Aseniero has a pro boxing record of ten wins, four losses and a draw, and although more experienced than Dana (8-2), Steve said it won’t change the end result.

“This fight will keep him busy, keep him active and keep testing him, this guy has won a few belts himself and he’ll test Dana, but we believe he won’t have what it takes to upset Dana,” he said.

“Dana is a big featherweight in his division, so his size, his hand speed, his power, and his boxing IQ will benefit him in this bout.”

Steve hinted at some big fights on the horizon, including possibly one in December and a standout fight in March next year, which Steve said will be a big step up.

Dana with Bec and Iluka

Sunday 9 October: After a wet drive to Gympie the Witta Wompoos team of Sean Lepper, Haydyn Craven, Tony Keenan, Andrew Blowes, Donna Kuskoph and Paula Cudmore faced a competitive Gympie team ready to secure a good win for their last match of the season.

Sets were closely contested with it all square 4 sets each after the ladies’ doubles. Sets then alternated through

Range Croquet Club

Contributed by Helen Uhlmann

OCTOBER is upon us and with the coming warmer weather, we will be reverting to our summer afternoon play start times, arriving at 2pm for a 2.30 pm start. We’re glad to see the spring weather and regular rain, along with the hard work and tender loving care of our groundskeepers, bringing health and vitality to our lawns ready for some great play in the coming weeks.

Planning is in full swing for our

“We are one of the smallest swimming clubs, so that’s another reason why we were so proud of that.”

some strong men’s doubles wins for Tony and Sean and Haydyn and Sean giving Witta Wompoos a slight lead.

With two sets to play the sets were even at 5 all. A good win by Tony and Donna gave the team a lead going into the last match. A tight set which oscillated between the pairs gave the Gympie team the last set to make the result go down to the wire. Witta Wompoos was successful, winning by 7 games.

Thanks to all our players through the season, Malcolm Carlisle, Craig Hooper, Brenda Warner, Annie Quarmby , Jim Cudmore and wonderful fill-ins we called on to get a competitive team for each match. We hope to also see our friends John Poole and Anthony De Waard returning from injury next year.

Katya’s Tennis Drills Thrills and Fitness is on Friday Nights at 5:45pm. Cost is $20. Court bookings 0437 295 501.

Our club matches have been enjoyed this week, with the rain holding off long enough to play uninterrupted. Two doubles matches were played on Thursday September 29. Donna Manning teamed up with Stuart Craig to play Vince Carbery and Lynette Evans in a very close match. Meanwhile Wallace Roy and Sarah Widin played Helen Andrews and Kath Smith. These games provided great practice in preparation for the November Tournament. On Sunday, Wallace Roy and Lynette Evans played a singles game, with Wallace the resounding victor, as Lynette was having an unusually off day. The great thing is that there’s always next week to get even so look out, Wallace!

Play days are Thursday and Sunday 2pm for 2.30pm. Contact Sarah Widin for other days. rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au Sarah Widin: 0417 640 704 (president).

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