Edition 14 March 2023

By Sonia Isaacs

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FROM THE EDITOR

THERE was a time - about Januarywhen I thought this year will be different.

I’ll read more books, stay online less, start a diary, be an even better person... none of which really eventuated (and a diary was never going to happen anyway).

Why is it so hard to change course?

Sometimes it helps to get a bit of inspiration by those around you and this week’s edition ticks those boxes.

From talking with Bill and Marlene Hankinson (p3) to Gail Denver’s Zonta Woman of Achievement award. How many hats can one person wear?

Nobody involved in so many groups and organisations does it for recognition, but the award couldn’t go to someone more deserving.

There were many roles I didn’t know about including her 32 years as Beef Steward for the Show Society. That’s some commitment. Congratulations Gail.

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ON THE COVER

Our cover story is about Linsey Pollack whose Sunrise Sessions have taken on a life of their own.

Linsey films himself at dawn playing clarinet or similar with the aim of simplifying his life.

“My New Year’s resolution is to

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remove all the big administrative and organisational projects and just play more music. Maybe it’s also part of getting older – you just want to simplify things.” Hear, hear. (p6-7)

And please think about contributing to Rick Canhan’s fundraising expedition into the red centre.

Rick will trek along the Madigan Line and will do about 3000km all up as he raises money for Young Diggers (p12).

Donations are welcome and it’s all for a great cause. On a less positive note there’s clearly work to do to address the housing shortage being experienced on the Sunshine Coast (p5).

While waiving fees is a step in the right direction it’s only a small one and if governments can make it easier for private individuals to house people through what appears to be an increasingly systemic crunch, then there’s no time like the present.

Mitch Gaynor

Linsey Pollak conducts a sunrise session with the majestic glasshouse mountains as a stunning backdrop.

Never get tyred of good deeds

Maleny ‘net is just sigh-fi

By Jennifer Kent

RESIDENTS and businesses across Maleny are continuing to have to make do with inferior broadband, pay a premium for satellite services or default to hotspotting.

Just 90 minutes from Brisbane and 30 minutes from the Sunshine Coast’s light speed 550km undersea fibre optic cable, Maleny continues to be treated like a regional backwater when it comes to the otherwise ubiquitous technology.

Frustrated residents are resorting to using hotspot from their phones just to ensure quality broadband, while others are forking out for expensive satellite connections.

While reliable broadband in Brisbane costs about $85 per month ongoing, US-based satellite service Starlink comes with a $450 set-up price tag and $130 in ongoing costs.

located towers is impacted by growing vegetation and while this is not essential for the current 4G connection, it does help.”

Richard said that for those remaining on ADSL technology with no upgrade path are “condemned to an uncertain internet future”. Remaining online is critical for households and businesses and without adequate infrastructure, regional towns across the country are being left behind.

Telstra offer some NBN solutions throughout the Hinterland, although many premises still only receive ADSL speeds of about 20Mbps, which are widely dependent on location, set up and wiring, or require further infrastructure to connect to NBN.

While some areas experience adequate service, others regularly complain of disruptions or simply no service at all.

MALENY’S Bill Hankinson didn’t think he was doing anything particularly special when he helped a bloke change a flat tyre out the front of his house last week. After changing said tyre and sending him on his way, Bill thought nothing more of it. But to his surprise a few days later the same man turned back up at his house. Bill looked him up and down and said: “You don’t

have another flat do you?” He didn’t, but what he did have was a boot jack he’d handmade especially for Bill as a thankyou gift. “I didn’t think too much of what I was doing, but this is a lovely gesture,” Bill said. “It’s a great thought.” Bill’s wife, Marlene, added: “There’s so many good things happening in the world, you don’t often hear of them, but this is one of them.”

Maleny resident Richard Proudfoot expressed his frustration that locals aren’t able to access the high speed internet they have been promised and paid for in their taxes.

“The infrastructure in place is not adequate, especially for where we are located,” he said. “Once you leave the main street, where even businesses with direct connection are continuing to have issues, the line of sight to the sparsely

Maleny was listed in the NBN and Australia Government’s latest suburbs/ towns set to become eligible for fibre connection (to house or business through wholesale speed tier1); these upgrades are part of the nbn fibre upgrade program for which the Australian Government last month announced an additional $2.4 billion investment.

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Push for a new park

Health hub won’t interfere with traffic

A BEERWAH traffic intersection doesn’t need to be upgraded despite concerns that extra usage by a new health hub will significantly increase traffic volume.

The Sunshine Coast Council said it had investigated the potential impact on traffic at the corner of Turner Street and Peachester Road following the completion of a health hub in 2024 that will cater for 70 car park spaces.

A Sunshine Coast Council spokesperson told GC&M News that they are aware of community concerns and investigated if the traffic would be detrimental to the Turner Street intersection.

By Mitch Gaynor

ADVOCATES for a multigenerational park in Maleny are seeking community support and ideas in a push to bring the concept into reality.

Maleny Park for All is a small group of community members who formed in 2022 with the aim of developing a community-led path to the development of a much-needed park space in the hinterland town.

The group is not a formal organisation, rather a collective, gathering thoughts and ideas to ensure any future park caters to the diverse and unique views of the Maleny community.

MPA’s Rossi Moore spoke to GC&M News and said the group has met recently and were now in the throes of seeking community input through letters of support as well as a survey.

“Ultimately while we think Maleny really needs a multigenerational park to cater to our broad demographics, it is really critical that planning and advocacy is led by the community,” Rossi said.

“We’d love to get as much input as possible from people so that we can bring this together in a formalised way to take to council.

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“Showing we have the broad support from the community is key to success.”

Ideas so far include ensuring a central location to town, key infrastructure (shades, seating, toilets, BBQs and water), as well as sporting courts, skatepark and climbing walls for teenagers.

There has been widespread support for a park since at least 2007 when a survey showed 90% community support.

A letter of support to council would help breathe new life into the push, Rossi said.

To view the letter of support and ideas flyer, please use the QR codes above.

“The traffic engineering assessment submitted by the applicant was considered in detail by Council and was found to not adversely impact on the function of the intersection or surrounding traffic network,” a spokesperson said.

The spokesperson added that although traffic flow is not projected to be an issue when the hub opens, the council will continue to monitor the situation.

“While there are no current works planned for the Turner Street intersection, Council will continue to monitor and plan for future upgrades as required,” they said.

“The safety of pedestrians and road users is a priority for council.”

The Beerwah Health Hub will have 78 car parks, with 33 car parks allocated to the childcare centre.

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Letter of support

Ideas flyer

By Sonia Isaacs

THE Sunshine Coast Council is being urged to suspend a local law making it illegal to live in temporary housing on a private property more than 28 days.

With the most recent Rental Affordability Index showing that 40% of low-income households were in rental stress and struggling to pay for basic essentials, local groups say there is no time to lose to address the situation.

The Maleny Housing Working Group (MHWG) - formed through the Neighbourhood Centre last year to help devise strategies to mitigate rising housing stress - said that despite the recent waiver of fees for temporary accommodation, more could be done.

Sunshine Coast laws currently only permit people to live in a temporary home on private property for a maximum of four weeks in a 52-week period.

Longer periods of stay require a permit that starts at $514 for an initial application and then only allows for a maximum three-month stay in a tent and 18 months in a bus, caravan or mobile home before reapplication is required. And while the Council recently announced the waiving of temporary housing permit fees until June 2023, for those ‘doing it tough’, housing advocates and local welfare networks suggest the measure does not address the crisis.

“This is not enough relative to the extent of the housing crisis at hand, and we need to go beyond the temporary and reactionary responses,” MHWG

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Housing group makes inroads over crisis

By Sonia Isaacs

THE Maleny Housing Working Group (MHWG) was formed in October 2021 in response to significant social, economic and environmental issues arising from the ongoing housing crisis.

Coordinated by the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre (MNC)the MHWG is made up of local housing advocates who investigate options for affordable housing in the face of huge rent increases and basic expenses.

coordinator, Ritva Vilppola, said. Ms Vilppola said other laws including limiting one permit per property regardless of property size also needed to be addressed. Affordable housing group advocates suggest that while there may be many rural property owners in the hinterland willing and able to provide land to help accommodate people, this issue was limiting viable alternatives.

Other council’s have already addressed this issue including the Fraser Coast Council, which now allows family and friends to live in a caravan or tiny home on wheels for up six months in a 12-month period (subject to conditions). Mount Alexander Shire in Victoria were proposing that alternative housing options be permitted for an indefinite period of time with no permit limit. While the Shire of

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Esperance had already adopted a Tiny Houses Local Planning Policy – the first council in Australia to recognise tiny homes as a permanent housing choice.

“Other Councils have stepped up and have engaged or in the midst of engaging their local communities on changing their laws. This is something we encourage the Sunshine Coast Council to also do,” said Ms Vilppola.

The MHWG have leveraged their networks to encourage citizen participation throughout the Sunshine Coast. Concerned community members are being urged to send letters to their local councillor and SCC CEO to go beyond the temporary removal of permit fees and suspend the limiting 28-day local law as an immediate action in response to the current Sunshine Coast housing crisis.

The group has been actively looking at a range of short, mid and long-term solutions to alleviate some of the issues of housing stress and homelessness affecting our region.

Members have put forward a detailed report to council, New Planning Scheme Consultation, based on examples many people had experienced in the area.

Currently MHWG is developing a proposal in response to the State Housing Summit and has offered community-led insights around ‘Hot Planning Topics’ such as affordable living and housing affordability, secondary dwellings and short-term accommodation.

MHWG is also calling for significant changes to current local laws and future land use and developments in Maleny and surrounding Blackall Range region (Jinibara and Gubbi Gubbi Country). To find out more visit www.malenync.org.au/ about/housing-project or email housing@malenync.org.au

Eco park vision for hinterland

AN ambitious vision to restore cleared grazing land to original rainforest in a “new kind of park” has been revealed by Sunshine Coast Council.

The community has now been invited to have its say on the proposed ‘Sunshine Coast Ecological Park’, which features highlights including two treetop bridges, a forest lookout and forest rooms for children to play and explore in.

The 65ha land parcel, currently used for cattle grazing, lies in Jinibara country adjacent to the existing Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve at Maleny, and within the Mountain View Green Space, one of the Sunshine Coast’s five major green spaces.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said this project was important for the region’s sustainability and that he hoped for an enthusiastic response from the community.

“In 30 years and beyond, council wants our next generations to benefit from the decisions we make today,” Mr Jamieson said.

“Over time, we’ll have the privilege of watching the ecosystems in this park recover as species return to the restored forest and wetland.

“My hope is the community will embrace this park as their own as a place to immerse in nature, connect with each other and be inspired to continue our sustainability journey.”

With the Sunshine Coast now recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere, Mr Jamieson said he hoped the proposed park would allow people and nature to co-exist and to restore the rainforests and wetlands. He said the aim was to do this through education, play areas, and natural recreation at the proposed park.

Sunshine Coast Kennel Club Shows on soon

YES, our shows will be on this year! But earlier than usual in March, rather than April.

We are holding four Conformation shows which are the ‘beauty contests’ judging the best dogs in each breed to end up with a Best in Show. The first show is on Friday March 24, starting at 6pm. On Saturday the 25th we begin the

Championship show at 8.30am followed by Junior Handlers and an Open Show. The Sunday show also starts at 8.30am. Alongside the show on Sunday, there is a Flyball competition run by the Elimbah Krush club. This will start at 9am and run for most of the day. It is a great event for spectators and encourages participation in dog sports. A canteen with delicious food will be operating and also a

coffee van on site. We welcome the community to come along and join us for these activities.

Do come and have a look, talk to exhibitors, enjoy the dog sport events and browse the various stalls with lots of ‘doggy’ paraphernalia for sale.

The event will be held at the Beerwah Sportsground and entry is free.

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Sweet Seventeen

AHEAD of the Queensland premiere of Maleny Player’s SEVENTEEN, pictured is Rainee Skinner and school chums (left) in all their 17-year-old Nambour State College heartbreaking mid-70s glory. Rainee (right) absolutely “is” Sue, the character she portrays in Matthew Whittet’s production. That smile and blue eyes are the same - no wonder the boys in the play are smitten. School has finished for a group of 17 year olds who meet at night in a playground to party and plan their futures. Bittersweet, outrageous and compelling, SEVENTEEN has a strong language warning and is rated 16+. March 30-April 2. Tickets from $25. www.trybooking.com/events/ landing/1007954

An other world opportunity

DO YOU ever look up into the dark night and wished to share your love for the stars with others?

In a rare and exciting opportunity, the potential to establish the hinterland’s newest tourism attraction is only a phone call away.

Queensland’s largest, self-funded and privately owned ASTRO Tourism Centre, Kingaroy Observatory, is up for sale, with the opportunity to relocate the wellestablished and successful business in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Originally established in 2004 by professional astronomer James Barclay

reins to the next stargazer and welcome interested parties with commercially zoned land throughout the hinterland to get in touch.

Having successfully run the business for the past 18 years, James shared he’d love to see his dedication and love of the business transfer to someone with an interest in astronomy and an interest in

tourism, with the spark to grow a unique business opportunity within south east Queensland. To aid in this, the sale of the business comes with set up assistance and marketing to ensure continued viability of the business for the next owners. “While it’s been a roller-coaster ride since 2004, there comes time in one’s life journey to get out of that ride so to allow another to hop on and continue that fascinating and enjoyable ride, allowing visitors to eyeball the Universe up close in one

of three, 14-inch professional telescopes,” James said.

“Having this Astro tourism business close to the population strip of the Sunshine Coast with its vast array of schools, accommodation and hospitality, with good marketing, and presentation, the initial cost to relocate and set up, would soon pay for itself whilst bring in an additional income.”

From an exciting business opportunity making the most of dark skies, to hearing the ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’ of visitors seeing a new perspective of our universe, contact James to find out more about this exciting business prospect. See page 10.

Vote now for the Glassies

THE annual Glassies Small Business Awards is now open for nominations. Brought forward from its August timeslot to coincide with Small Business Month in May, locals are urged to nominate their favourite business and staff members. Nominations are open from March 13 to 27.

The full list of finalists will be available from May 1.

There will be four regions – Montville region, Maleny Region, Glasshouse region and the Moreton Bay region - with the awards night locked in for May 16 at Hideaway Weddings in Beerwah.

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Callout to help flood victims

RECORD rains have saturated remote communities in the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) Gregory Branch President Mrs Kylie Camp reported: “We have had 55 people evacuated to Burketown. We are in dire need of assistance.”

QCWA state president Mrs Sheila Campbell has asked Queenslanders to dig deep and support these remote communities.

All funds go directly to the local community, supporting local businesses with vouchers. QCWA State Disaster Fund

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Dawn Chorus heralds

By Sonia Isaacs

RENOWNED for his love of unusual and innovative wind instruments, immersive and engaging musical performance, and world music inspired collaborations and creative collectives, Linsey Pollak OAM is once again engaging others through the beauty of music and our stunning natural landscapes with his new ‘Sunrise Sessions’ series.

Filmed at beautiful locations around the Sunshine Coast since November 2022, and uploaded to YouTube and Linsey’s personal Facebook page, ‘Sunrise Sessions’ have garnered an incredible groundswell of support and appreciation, with the series resonating deeply on various levels with a wide audience both locally and internationally.

GC&M News recently caught up with the well-known musician and instrument maker, who had just filmed his 26th morning session. Linsey said that he had plans to continue on with this personal project indefinitely with some exciting collaborations with other musicians also on the horizon, as well as the possibility of extending the locations to beyond the Sunshine Coast.

Filmed at dawn, occasionally alongside other musicians, the series mostly features Linsey playing either bass clarinet, clarinet or a reed instrument from his extensive self-crafted range of hybrid and adapted instruments; always accompanied by the sounds of the surrounding nature and wildlife.

Linsey said some of the rationale

behind his latest creative adventure was that the project had come at a point where he was looking to simplify both his life and larger scale artistic endeavours. Having spent many years travelling the world performing and investing passion and energy into big projects, Linsey said although he loved working on large productions, he was now keen to scale back; he was also mindful of the time and environmental impact of overseas travel. Over the last few years, he had consciously decided

to stop touring overseas to lower his carbon footprint, however he still enjoyed composing, playing and sharing music.

I love waking up early and heading out to these beautiful spots. We are so lucky here on the Sunshine Coast

Linsey Pollack

“At the moment, my New Year’s resolution is to remove all the big administrative and organisational projects and just play more music. Maybe it’s also part of getting older –you just want to simplify things!” he said.

The initial concept was to make sunrise concerts both solo and with other musicians and invite small audiences

Tibrogargan sunrise.

to attend. Linsey said he soon realised he didn’t really want to organise more gigs, and he just wanted to do something simple for himself that he could also share with others. Using a very straight forward process of heading out with two iPads to record video and audio followed by simple post-production at home, Linsey said he was pleased that people had related so strongly and warm heartedly to the uploaded videos.

“I feel part of that appreciation is because the experience is one of meaningful sharing, and that it’s nontransactional. I feel like people also partially react to the beauty of the environment and the music, and enjoy a sense of being at one with the natural world,” he explained.

Linsey said he had held a long-term interest in playing in beautiful locations with the sounds of the environment as part of the composition, and felt Sunrise was a particularly strong and evocative time of the day. Equally inspiring, mesmerizing and yet deeply soothing, the Sunrise Sessions have been extremely well received, perceived by many as a generous gift - with overwhelmingly positive feedback posted online.

“I love waking up early and heading out to these beautiful spots. We are so lucky here on the Sunshine Coast - you can walk down the road and suddenly be in paradise playing music. I hope people can feel the strong connection with our natural environment and it opens up the possibilities that we can all have these wonderful experiences,” said

Linsey. The videos are all available to watch at: https://www.youtube.com/@ sunrisesessions202/videos

With a fascinating musical journey that spans over 50 years, Linsey picked up his first clarinet while still in primary school before discovering a passion for making woodwind instruments in his late teens. In his early 20’s Linsey discovered the Macedonian Gaida (Bagpipe) and travelled overseas, developed a lifelong fascination with Macedonian folk and Romani Brass band music before returning to Australia to facilitate numerous national community arts and educational projects, and multicultural music ventures which have continued to

his day.

In 1990 he relocated to the Sunshine Coast, where he ‘reinvented’ himself as a musician – live looping solo shows and touring the world extensively, as well as co-ordinating larger performance pieces and appearing at most major festivals around Australia.

More recent projects have included Songs of Gaia (Ensemble Beyond Borders) as part of the 2022 Horizon Festival, and the MYCORRHIZIA project at the 2022/23 Woodford Folk Festival.

Linsey was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours for his services to the

Black Dog Ride starting in Beerwah

THE annual Sunshine Coast Black Dog Ride will take place on March 19, leaving at 9.15am from the Beerwah Sportsground and will trek a 160km round trip of the Hinterland.

Since the event’s inception in 2009, which raises money for depression and anxiety awareness, there are now 55 motorbike rides across Australia every year on the 3rd Sunday of March.

The ride will take motorbike riders from Beerwah and travel through Maleny, Conondale, Kenilworth, Yandina, Nambour, Mapleton, Montville and Landsborough.

Ride coordinator Sandra Helkin said she appreciated the local support this year’s ride was gathering.

“Some schools we ride past will be putting up displays of art work by their talented students with pictures of Motorcycles, Black Dogs named Winston and expressions of Mental Health,” she said.

“Some of the local churches and halls on the route have also shown their support using their signs to get this crucial message out.”

On riders return to the sportsground at 11.45am, there will be a lunch with vegetarian options available, as well as raffles and a guest speaker.

Registrations are open now on their website at https://events.humanitix.com/ sunshine-coast-qld-black-dog-ride-1dayer-2023 .

Read about new committee

MEET your new Beerwah Writers Group committee! R-L: Patty Bercham (PR) Paul Wilson (President) Majella Gee (Secretary) Leisa Craft (Treasurer). Huge thanks to outgoing President Ian B MacLeod as our Leader through covid, and Sue McCalister as our Former Treasurer. Thank you for stepping up and being an active part of our writing community.

Patty Beecham continues as PR, marketing and Facebook contact. Congratulations to you all, enjoy your

QCWA cooking workshop

new role as we enter our 18th year of BWG.

The Beerwah Writers Group meets on the second and fourth Fridays of the month, 10am until noon in the Meeting Room at The Beerwah Library, Beerwah.

We are a collection of local amateur and professional writers who meet to discuss aspects of writing and publishing.

Members pay an Attendance Fee of $4.00.

This includes complimentary tea/ coffee, refreshments. New members are very welcome and encouraged; a yearly subscription of $5 applies.

If you are keen to write but not sure of where to start, please join us at our upcoming meetings on the second and fourth Fridays of the month at the Beerwah Library from 10 am to noon. You will be most welcome. Enquiries: Patty Beecham 0417 887 316

Art Gallery hosts View Club

GLASSHOUSE Country View Club had their March outing to the Art Gallery at Caboolture last week – it was a lovely morning and it was interesting to see the displays in the Gallery. We enjoyed morning tea at the café outside the gallery and had a chat and catch up with each other on this lovely morning. Our next lunch meeting will be at 11am on March 15 at Glasshouse Country RSL

where we will either have a guest speaker or a fun and games morning.

Our club raises funds for the Smith Family and the Learning for Life Program in all their activities.

Our club supports 5 Learning for Life students. Any ladies are interested in coming along or would like to join our club should contact either Adrienne on 0408 486 124 or Janet on 0448 845 303.

of Study for awareness and fundraising activities. Branch activities expand our knowledge of the lives and cultures of the women of the world. QCWA financially support the lifestyle of the women of the South Pacific through Associated Country Women of the World. Goals include raising the standard of living for women and children living in rural areas through education and providing essential needs such as clean water.

promotes the Country of Study each year through the lens of their 5 key health messages. A cooking workshop will feature this year’s study of TRINIDAD and TOBAGO highlighting the TRINBOGANIAN food culture. This includes use of tasty recipes featuring fresh fruit and vegetables, and a wide selection of herbs and spices including chilli tailored to the individual’s taste. Morning tea and lunch will include sharing dishes of recipes cooked.

The workshop will be held at the Maleny Community Verandah Room on 18th April, 10am – 2pm, cost $10 will include CK apron, tea towel, bag and recipe booklet. RSVP 11/4/23 by emailing judystubbs1@gmail.com.

Maleny QCWA morning tea

THE Maleny CWA is inviting new and current members to a morning tea at the CWA Room on Bi Centenary Lane on March 21.

Branch president, Marlene Hankinson, said it promised to be a lovely morning for guests in recognition of the 100-year journey of friendship and support to Queensland women and their families.

The morning tea is on Tuesday, March 21 from 10am-12pm. Contact Marlene on 5494 2132 or Jocelyn at qcwa.maleny@gmail.com to RSVP or for more information.

INTRODUCING DR TAYEBI

Dr Mali Tayebi, Female GP, speaks English and Farsi. She graduated with a Doctor of Medicine in 2014 and worked as a GP both overseas and in Australia.

Dr Mali has worked at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital for the past 3 years and advanced her knowledge in surgical specialties and emergency medicine.

Dr Mali has a great interest in art and painting, she enjoys exploring nature with hiking and scuba diving.

Dr Mali is available for appointments Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Areas of interest are Dermatology, Minor surgical procedures and skin cancer, contraception, sexual and Women’s health.

Rick’s new Young Diggers trek

GLASSHOUSE veteran, Rick Canhan, is gearing up again to venture into the remote outback yet again, on another fundraising event in aid of ‘Young Diggers’. Young Diggers Ltd is a registered charity / not-for-profit organisation.

Funds raised so far are over $2,200. This year, the trek follows the Madigan line, north of the Simpson Desert. It was chosen as a tribute to Australian Explorer, Dr Cecil Thomas Madigan who traversed the 700 plus kilometre track in 1939 with nine men and 19 camels. “Whilst we have no camels, we do currently stand at 4/5 vehicles, 8/10 persons,” Rick said. “We meet in Mt Dare for an April 6 departure, with a minimum 10 days on the Madigan line alone.

“Now I’ve crunched some numbers, and it seems my SEQ team will need to travel over 3,000 km (through some of the remotest country) just to get to the start point, too easy.

“Anyone like to hazard a guess on a anticipated fuel cost at probably 25lt for 100km, at anywhere from $2.50 to $3.50 (or more) per litre?”

Young Diggers was set up in 2013 primarily to provide support to veterans, first responders and their families navigating with PTS, anxiety and depressive disorders after traumatic events through the workplace.

The program is called the Dog Squad where, with a professional dog trainer, the team embark on a journey of discovery through, firstly, after obtaining a suitable dog, forming a bond through training and commitment with the aim of certifying

the dog as an official Assistance Animal. Ultimately, to regain a new sense of purpose with a new sense of freedom, to which they so rightly deserve.

“We should always be thankful for their service, to all who served.”

Rick completed 22 years’ service in the Army as an Infantry Soldier, serving

throughout Australia, Southeast Asia and East Timor, and is a also a member of the Glasshouse Country Men’s Shed. Rick was diagnosed with PTSD with severe depressive disorder in 2006, four and a half years following discharge, sharing that his family has been on a “not so nice” roller coaster of a journey.

“I’ve put my family through hell, have seen so many highs and lows and the family still wouldn’t let me go. And that was just yesterday,” he said.

“I must believe I’m in a better place now, to consider any alternative would be a backwards step. But, to feel not ok is okay too. Because it is hard to put on that face and say you’re okay, every day, when clearly at times you know you are not.”

Rick shared that he’s finding there are beautiful and good people out there and good times to be enjoyed and is extremely grateful he’s still here, expressing it could have been so different. “I need to keep myself busy in mind and body, I actively seek out community groups and get involved. My involvement with the Qld Military Jeep Club and the Glasshouse Country Men’s Shed has really brought me back to life and I am extremely grateful for that too.”

Rick sought out the Young Diggers group after a chance meeting with the director, Karen Gibbs, and her dog, Milo, at an Infantryman’s muster in 2022. He now volunteers as an authorised Young Diggers Fundraiser.

“If anyone is keen to join us or wish to donate funds, please contact me through my Facebook page for details,” he said. “It goes without saying that it would essential to have a great sense of humour. Interaction is on the cards and a great time can be had.”

Please donate at facebook.com/rickcanhan

Rick Canhan on his Simpson Desert trek last year.

I’ve put my family through hell, have seen so many highs and lows and the family still wouldn’t let me go

Rick Canhan

Maleny Eco Creative Festival

A NEW type of festival will arrive in Maleny this month, in a move close to organisers hearts.

The Maleny Eco Creative Festival, celebrating waste to art and specialty vintage will bring artists, designers and makers together from Friday March 31 to Sunday April 2 at the Maleny Community Centre.

Creatives who work sustainably, naturally, recycling, remaking, growing and any other practice that has an Eco theme will be on display.

Qld Artisan Festivals and Events, who are the organisers of the popular Maleny Handmade & Artisan Markets and the Cooroy Handmade & Artisan Festival, are

Sounds of music in the hills

the organisers of the unique event.

“For our new event at the end of March, we will host extraordinary creatives stallholders or exhibitors who are makers, artists, designers, cooks or growers incorporating a sustainable or ‘Eco’ approach to their art, craft or business,” event organiser Nicole Hilton said.

“This includes, and not limited to, art and Artisan products from waste or found items, food items grown from sustainable practices, art from recycled products, items that can be recycled when no longer in use and creative repurposing.”

See ‘What’s On’ on page 23 for details.

Kenilworth ArtsFest 25 years

KENILWORTH ArtsFest this year celebrates its silver jubilee. The event arose from humble beginnings with

borrowed display boards and make-shift plinths and is now one of the Sunshine Coasts’ major art events.

This year’s festival will run from 26 to 28 May with visual art, 3D works, poetry and music. A special 3D section this year is for works made from recycled materials.

The venue, as usual, is the Kenilworth Public Hall with fantastic prize money on offer for the Kenilworth Art Award.

We look forward to seeing many visitors as we celebrate our Silver Jubilee.

Visit the website for full details: www. kenilwortharts.org.au/kenilworth-arts-

ST GEORGES-IN-THE-HILLS first concert, featuring classical guitarist Paul Ballam-Cross (pictured) is coming soon to Maleny on Sunday March 26 at 2pm in the church on the corner of Tallowwood Street and Walker Drive.

The St Georges Concert committee said the Brisbane-based professional guitarist is a popular performer, so they are pleased to have been able to secure him and at the low seat price of $20.

“It is very important to us that we can keep our prices down, as we feel our

concerts suit a niche market of people who may find it difficult to access a capital city for professional music,” a spokesperson said.

“Most of our regulars enjoy the intimate ambiance of the church venue among friendly like minded concertgoers. We also aim to provide at least four concerts a year with as varied a program as possible.”

Tickets available from MalenyAnglican. com.au/concerts, or ph. Susan 07 5494 3062, or www.trybooking.com/CCFZO.

Community stalwart recognised

A WOMAN who has been ‘part of the social and cultural fabric of Maleny’ for 40 years has been awarded the Zonta Club of Blackall Ranges 2023 Woman of Achievement.

A humbled Gail Denver accepted the award at the annual Zonta International Women’s Day ‘Dusk on the Deck’ evening on March 8 in front of about 70 guests including Zonta District 22 lieutenant governor Petra Ludwig and Member for Glasshouse, Andrew Powell.

Zonta Club of Blackall Ranges president, Ann Koenig, described Gail as a fantastic recipient who over the decades has shown through her many volunteer roles how “passionate” she is about her community.

“She’s never idle when it comes to helping in the community.

“Her ability to work with others has enabled her to contribute to the social and cultural fabric of Maleny society for many years.

“She has her fingers on the pulse and assertively will stand up for what she believes in for others.” Gail’s rich contributions across Maleny are broad.

From the Friends of Pattemore House, where she has been president for seven years, to her management committee position with the Maleny District Sports and Recreation Club since 2008, not to mention her role as a Beef Steward for 32 years until she retired, with the Maleny Show Society.

“I like cows,” Gail quipped. Gail was also President of the Maleny Players for seven years during which time the group

2023 Woman of Achievement, Gail Denver.

produced 16 shows. She is on the committee for the annual Australia Day Expo, a member of the Maleny Selectors Green development committee, where she teamed up with Penny Edwards in producing historical information boards about Maleny’s rich history that are on display for the public

in the new park. Gail is now part of the sub-committee for the restoration and future interpretation of the Fairview Cow Bails and enjoys this new commitment. “I genuinely love this community and want to contribute where I can. This is a lovely honour and I will treasure it,” Gail said.

QCWA Int Women’s Day breakfast

Zonta offers $2000 to help you study

The Zonta Club of Blackall Range is once again offering two Scholarships of $200 each to local women who are studying at tertiary level. Zonta is assisting women who have a close connection to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and who have at least a year of tertiary study (University or TAFE) behind them. In past years we have had students

IWD lunch

from the Education Faculty at UniSC and other institutions, from Arts, Fine Arts, Nursing and Midwifery, from Science and from Environment. Please look for our application through the UniSC website if relevant or contact Linda McElrea at scholarship@zontablackallrange. org.au for further information.

Tamara Hazelden speaks at an International Women’s Day Event at The Local.

Debbie and Dana

Jenny and Toria

Marie and Sandra

Amanda, Khylie and Peta Benita, Ann, Vicki, Tamara, Kathryn and Helen

Judi and Alison Ann and Laurelle

Steph, Tamara and Jason.

Jodie Nolan

Having spent the past 25 years in the financial industry as a financial adviser and geopolitical commentator, when the opportunity arose for me to head up the merger from Maleny Credit Union to Queensland Country Bank in the town I live and love, I jumped at the chance.

I am passionate about financial literacy and member-owned banking and to be able to use this expertise to help local members find their feet and grow and thrive is a truly satisfying outcome.

Queensland Country Bank is unique because it is member-owned. The profits go back our members by way of more affordable loans, low (or no fee) accounts and better savings rates. It gives members a local place to bank with genuinely friendly staff. We are actually ‘opening’ branches in South East Queensland - not closing them.

We love being involved in the community and take pride in our sponsorship of events like the Maleny Show as well as our ‘Good for Good Community Grant’ that has delivered thousands of dollars back into the community.

Queensland Country Bank has some of the most competitive rates in the country in relation to home and car loans (we even have ‘green’ loans) and our customers have access to special member rates for insurances and fixed term deposits. We would love an opportunity to assist you, and aim to be the bank of choice for locals.

Bank Manager

Matthea Uhlig

Matthea (Matty) started her insurance career as Client Claims Manager with AAMI Insurance in 2010. She quickly developed a passion and understanding of the industry and later progressed into Insurance Broking.

Prior to moving to Queensland in 2014 and joining a local broker based in Maroochydore, Matty worked in various insurance brokerage offices in Darwin and developed a passion for assisting business owners with their insurance needs. After 8 years with the brokerage on the coast, Matty decided to create Platina Insurance Solutions Pty Ltd.

“At Platina we guarantee transparency, choices, value and platinum advice that you can trust. We offer confidence with the unexpected,” says Matty.

Platina Insurance Solutions specializes in SME Business Insurance for various occupations including but not limited to retail, cafes, professional services to earthmoving (ie equipment hire) and agriculture industries such as farms and wineries

Matty is passionate about providing her clients with a high level of service and ensuring that their insurance requirements are met.

Platina Insurance Solutions has an office in Maroochydore but Matty lives here in the beautiful Glasshouse Mountains. In her downtime she spends time playing golf, mountain hiking and painting.

Call or email today to see how Matty can help you make the right insurance decisions for your business.

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Mary Kelly

Mary’s business, Good Mood Food started when her family went on a journey of healing, for her son, who was critically ill and getting worse under mainstream medicine. She found a way forward with a diet of traditional, healing food, and through detoxing her home so that he could heal and thrive. Part of that journey was learning how to help her son during the daily family emergencies that can occur, like scrapes, rashes, growing pains, insect repellent, colds and flu, because he was so dangerously intolerant to chemical medicines.

“I learnt how to keep his airways open and asthma at bay, using recipes that developed into natural balms, frequently applied to the soles of the feet for rapid resultsso Sole Balms. I then started to hand these out to friends and family with amazing testimonials and results,” says Mary.

After some encouragement, she started to make them available to those following her journey on Facebook, Good Mood Food with Mary Kelly. The balms sold very well from the beginning, and she has been honoured to have so many loyal return customers enjoying a natural product that brings real value into the home.

Mary employs local Peachester mums to make, package and ship the balms, all by hand, using local quality ingredients.

“We rejected the idea of having the balms made in factories by corporations very early on.” Sold worldwide, almost all the ingredients are sourced locally within SE QLD. Mary is very focussed on their local footprint, and is delighted to be a part of the Glasshouse and Hinterland community.

Tracy Mellors

Tracy Mellors from Your Wellness Matters, offers therapeutic support across all abilities. Services may be funded through NDIS, various private health and/or selffunded. Tracy also provides clinical supervision to social workers and counsellors. Services are available in Maleny, Caloundra and via phone/ online. Tracy holds a Masters in Social Work(PQ), Bachelor Social Science (Counselling), Diploma Hypnotherapy and Certificate in Initiatic Art Therapy.

Tracy’s heartfelt believe is that we are all so much more than any diagnosis, so much more than any particular problem, issue or life transition we may be facing. Tracy looks forward to working together with you in ways that are not only evidencebased, but in ways that are also personally meaningful and helpful to you, inviting more vitality and purpose to your life. Focused psychological strategies incorporating compassion and mindfulnessbased approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Narrative therapy are a few examples of evidence-based modalities Tracy utilizes. A broad range of modalities are considered and offered to best fit each person. Expressive art therapy requires no art skills and nature-based Walk & Talk therapy are relaxed, yet powerfully helpful ways to communicate and move through issues. Hypnotherapy is also sought after by clients, as a modality to assist achieving desired behaviour change and goals.

Your Wellness Matters and Tracy looks forward to exploring ways that you may work together.

Krystle Kirk

Krystle is a secondgeneration real estate agent with The McGill Group and a local resident of Landsborough for the better part of the last decade. She brings more than 10 years of experience within the residential building industry, a lifetime in customer service and a professional background in insurance and marketing prior to that. A country girl at heart, Krystle moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2004 from North Queensland and now calls Landsborough home where she lives with her husband and their two children on their acreage property at the base of Mount Mellum

As a long-term resident of the Sunshine Coast, Krystle has seen the change and the evolution of the Coast and Hinterland and has a broad range of experiences that she can bring to her clients.

Wildly passionate about providing exceptional customer service and bucking the typical ‘real estate agent’ stereotype, Krystle who is married to a builder (and after spending a decade in the construction industry herself) has been inspired to be hands on in numerous renovations, recycling, repurposing and restoration projects. Not only can she give you plenty of tips to help prepare your home for sale, but she can also help buyers with ideas to sell them on a vision for the properties she markets.

Krystle’s intention in the industry is not to sell the most homes, but to sell each home for the most and establishing lifelong relationships with her clients.

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Tamara Hazelden

Tamara is your local Real Estate Specialist servicing Beerwah and surrounding

With over 17 years of experience in the Real Estate industry, Tamara can help you with your own home or investment property needs. It is her goal to help people achieve their property goals and loves to make the process as seamless as possible.

As a born and bred local resident, you will often see Tamara at local community events around the area.

As an Agent it is Tamara’s specialty to help you find the perfect home that suits you now and in the years to come.

To ensure this, she makes sure to take the extra time to understand everyone’s situation, as no two circumstances are the same.

She will be by your side every step of the way, whether you are buying or selling, she will be there.

Tamara has recently taken on the role as Vice President for The Glass House Country Chamber of Commerce and will always take a stand and support local businesses.

Over the last 12 months, Tamara has opened her own agency in Beerwah and has created an amazing team to support her and take her service to the next level.

She is a loving mother of two children and is dedicated to her community, so no doubt you will see her in and around the community.

Come on down and meet Tamara and her team at their office in Swan Street, Beerwah. 0423 766 763

tamara.hazelden@freedomproperty.com.au

Bernette Ledger

Bernette is a Chinese Medicine Practitioner at her business, Acupuncture @ Beerwah in Turner Street. Bernette has embraced the study and practice of Chinese medicine and has been in practice since 1999 and in Beerwah since 2013.

Bernette uses Chinese medicine to help people feel well and energetic and to maintain general wellbeing.

Bernette explains, “Acupuncture eases pain, tension and stress, and by doing this helps alleviate and or prevent many issues before they happen.”

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is not a miracle cure, it usually takes several treatments to achieve results and then periodic treatments for maintenance. Bernette likes people to decide for themselves when they could best benefit from treatments and their ongoing maintenance.

“If you can’t abide needles there are alternative treatments available that still use Chinese Medical protocols some of these are cupping, herbs and moxibustion.”

Cupping is also a great treatment for muscular tightness, stress and for activating acupoints that Bernette offers. Cupping works well for bursitis of the hips, corked muscles, and general muscle tightness from sport and work.

Herbs are for treating issues that are more difficult to treat and aid in the effects of acupuncture.

Moxibustion is an herb (usually Artemisia Vulgaris or Artemisia Montana) that is burnt over acupoints to stimulate the acupoint areas.

Bernette looks forward to assisting people to understand and manage their health issues.

Call to book or you can also book online.

Dr. Mignonette Tamayo

Dr Mignonette Tamayo believes that doing what you enjoy is very important when choosing a career path, and as the owner of Lifestyle Skin Health Clinic, she does that every day. After working over ten years as a GP in Darwin, Mignonette’s interests ultimately led her to developing her career in skin cancer diagnosis and management.

“I realised how common it is to see cases of skin cancers in this country and how few GP’s are adequately equipped and trained,” she said.

“I saw the enormous and urgent need for more doctors to look after numerous patients with skin cancers.”

After practising skin cancer medicine and surgery exclusively for over seven years, in 2020 Mignonette opened her clinic based in Landsborough at Landsborough Shopping Village near Australia Post. Mignonette’s specialist skills include skin checks, dermoscopy, chemical chemotherapy and immunotherapy (field treatment), biopsy, curettage, electrocautery, skin excisions, primary closure, skin flaps and skin grafts; she also offers removal of moles, cysts, skin tags and other superficial skin lesions for cosmetic reasons. Recently, she’s added cosmetic injections and dermal fillers to her list of services she offers her clients.

“I believe nobody should die of skin cancer as long as they are diagnosed early and treated adequately,” she said. No need to wait to get checked. Call or book online now.

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Tove Easton

Tove Easton continues to provide legal expertise that locals have come to depend on at Easton Lawyers in the little white building at the top of Maple Street, Maleny. Joined by her dedicated team, Michelle Kleinig, Sharon Schofield, Jenny Buzaki, Valli Benoit and Simone Svenson, Easton Lawyers this year celebrated 16 years in business.

Tove, originally from Norway, turned away from a professional music career for a life in Australia. Tove completed a Bachelor of Business degree followed by a Law degree from Macquarie University in Sydney before setting up her own practice in 2007.

Tove is a full time solicitor in this successful legal practice which has become part of the fabric of Maleny. In 2022 Tove was sworn in by the Archbishop as a Notary Public. This is an incredible honour and the team is thrilled to be able to provide this service to the community.

Easton Lawyers regularly offer support to many local events and clubs and are the honorary solicitors for many organisations. For Tove and her team at Easton Lawyers it is a privilege to help people through tough and stressful times.

Easton Lawyers specialise in; Wills; Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advanced Health Directives; Estate Administration and Planning; Testamentary Family Maintenance Claims; Conveyancing and Property Law; Commercial, Business and Lease matters.

Home visits, or hospital visits are all a part of their amazing service and remember initial consultations are free.

Heidi Langley

Heidi and her family immigrated to Australia in 2008 to experience living in a safe, beautiful country.

Having experienced trauma through her childhood and again, though on a different level, in adulthood, Heidi needed to find her own way to healing.

During her healing journey, she was inspired to help others. She wanted to provide a compassionate service to women, children and their families and has now been in practice for 25 years doing just that.

Having navigated that healing journey herself, Heidi has created a calm, safe and nurturing environment where people feel heard, understood and find healing through the process Heidi offers in her practice, Refocus Child & Family Therapy.

“I have a unique way of working,” says Heidi, “we do have a waitlist because I believe we provide a much needed and valuable service, though we are in the process of expanding our services with a new therapist to reduce these waiting times.”

Heidi is the only mental health service in the Hinterland that provides playbased therapy to children from the age of three.

She is also an EMDR therapist, offering this specific method of dealing with trauma.

Shop 1 / 2 Turner Street, Beerwah

13 Turner Street, Beerwah

Heidi is involved with some of the local schools, churches and the Chamber of Commerce where she loves supporting and networking with other local businesses and has loved being a part of this community for the last 7 years. 042 333 7748

langleyheidi@gmail.com

Introducing just some of the inspiring local business women of Glasshouse County and Maleny

Elena D’Addario

Elena is your local Aussie Mortgage Broker servicing Beerwah and surrounding districts.

With over 11 years of mortgage broking experience, Elena can help you with your home and investment loans, vehicle finance and home insurance needs.

She enjoys helping people achieve their property goals, and it’s her aim to make your journey of property ownership easier.

As a local resident, you will often see her out and about at local events in Beerwah.

As an Aussie Broker it is Elena’s specialty to help you find the loan that works to suit your needs and make the whole process easy for you.

Elena takes the time to understand your long-term property goals to find the right loan for you now and into the future.

To achieve this, she compares a panel of over 20 leading lenders and over 3,000 home loan products^ to help you find one that’s suitable for your needs.

Elena will handle the loan comparison research, paperwork and follow up on your behalf. Better yet, she doesn’t charge you a fee for the service she provides, and appointments free.

“I love to help people achieve their goals, and whether that’s your first home, an investment property, or if you’re selfemployed or consolidating existing debts, it’s my aim to get you a better deal, make your life easier, and most of all, save you money.” Says Elena.

Call, email or SMS and book some time with Elena today.

^Not all lenders are available through all brokers. Credit Licence 246786.

Benita Mogg

Naomi Pearce is the founder and director of Crest Creative, a multidisciplinary marketing agency that helps businesses reach new heights.

Crest Creative focuses on brand and web design, as well as organic marketing.

Through her 15 years in the industry, Naomi has developed an innovative, purposeful approach to bringing each client’s unique story to life –alongside her team, who are primarily women.

A longstanding champion of her local community, Naomi has been involved with several organisations since Crest Creative’s inception.

Her business is a major sponsor of the Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club’s junior program, as well as the Sunshine Coast Scorchers.

With Naomi’s sons and daughter involved in local cricket, it has been important to her to play a part in giving back.

Naomi is also a dedicated supporter of other business owners and sponsors the Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce through Crest Creative.

In partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, she is spearheading the coordination of the new Glasshouse Women in Business luncheons, an initiative that brings businesswomen together to network with, learn from and celebrate each other.

“Running a business can be tough – so it’s important to surround yourself with women who lift you up and remind you of your worth,” says Naomi. “The support and encouragement of others is what makes the biggest difference in achieving your goals.”

0423 838 152 crestcreative.com.au hello@crestcreative.com.au

Benita has a health care background and resigned from her nursing career in June 2022. She also had her own interior decorating business in the 1990’s and 2000’s and has also dabbled in floristry over the past 6 years.

Benita has taken a couple of floristry courses, and this interest partly inspired her to open her own business, Fleur Emporium in Simpson Street, Beerwah 5 months ago. Fleur Emporium is a multi-faceted business. While it is a florist shop, offering general floristry and all things corporate, weddings, funerals etc.

Benita’s style is very unique and boutique. “I’m bucking trends and showcasing that floristry is an art and art does not need to fit inside a commercialized mould.”

Fleur Emporium also offers a stunning gift range, where you can find gifts for everyone, from babies, small children to adults of all ages.

Benita’s other passion is building a sense of community with her regular workshops. “This is my other ‘baby’”, says Benita. Benita hosts workshops for a huge variety of things including, candle making, floristry, alcohol ink painting, earring making and during the year she has some other talented artisans coming onboard to share their talents and showcasing their products.

This is all done in the beautiful Fleur Emporium space. If you are interested in any of her workshops, she has an email list of upcoming events so contact her to join or follow Fleur Emporium on Facebook and Instagram to find out more.

Di Sinclair

Sinclair Tour and Travel are a family-owned business started by Di Sinclair with one bus and trailer and her husband Peter doing all the driving (along with their youngest son). Di was the entire office staff!

Coming from a tourism background – travelling overseas and promoting the Sunshine Coast as a destination, Di now enjoys taking Sunshine Coast Seniors all over the country and the world on fully escorted tours.

Sinclair Tour and Travel has been running for nearly 18 years and managed to survive the Global Financial Crisis AND Covid!

They have grown to now having seven buses and some wonderful staff members to assist with taking the tour bookings, doing some of the driving and leading some of the tours.

BUT they keep their groups small and personal. Sinclair Tour and Travel love to be able to know everyone’s names by morning tea on day one of the tour.

When you travel with Sinclair Tour and Travel – you’re part of their family.

Specializing in Senior Travel, with door to door transfers, Di and her team travel with the groups, starting at their front door, then through the flights, transfers and all the excitement of a fully Escorted Tour.

They also offer a lot of day tours to see shows, concerts and plays in Brisbane theatres as well.

Di has made many friends along her journeys and enjoys speaking at Retirement Villages and travel shows across the Sunshine Coast.

Lisa Krausz

Lisa delivers results to her clients greater than anticipated, because of her down-to-earth, friendly, and approachable nature, coupled with her determination and marketing expertise. Her marketing prowess has been utilised not only to be a successful a real estate agent, but also in her volunteer role as marketing and sponsorship coordinator for a local football team.

“Finding the right agent that you can trust to help you through your real estate journey can be difficult.

“I believe that integrity and honesty go a long way not just now, but into the future which is why I strive to build lasting relationships with my friendly charm and my down to earth nature”.

Lisa’s constant energy, strong drive for success and competitive nature has made real estate the perfect endeavour for her to be able to secure optimum results for her clients.

Qualifying buyer identification and using her extensive database to determine quickly and professionally who is interested and, in a position to buy now is one of Lisa’s key skills.

Her many years of customer service have given Lisa the client experience she needs to help her manage being a real estate agent.

“Everything you do reflects your brand, even when you are not working. Respect and authentic kindness are vital.”

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0468 554 774

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Living the life he dreamed

By Sonia Isaacs

INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed cellist

Sam Lucas has returned for a brief visit to the Sunshine Coast where he will perform at three special public concert events at Lucas Parklands, Montville on March 22 and April 1 and 2. At just 27, this remarkable young man has distinguished himself internationally as an exceptionally talented cellist, with the promise of an extraordinary career ahead of him.

GC&M News caught up with Sam to delve a little deeper into some of his more noteworthy experiences, and find out what he loved about being a professional cellist.

Where are you currently based, and what brings you back to your Montville hometown?

I moved to Düsseldorf (Germany) in 2017 to commence my tertiary studies at the Robert Schumann Hochschule, with cello Professor Pieter Wispelwey. As each year goes by, a deeper appreciation for my home country forms, and my longing for the opportunity to see my family and friends again becomes increasingly strong.

Last year you toured with The Australian World Orchestra – how was that experience?

I remember vividly watching many performances of the Australian World Orchestra on YouTube over the years, conducted by some of the greatest conductors the world has to offer, performing in many of the most famous

concert halls around the world. The invitation to join the AWO as an active member was certainly a happy moment! We toured the UK, performing in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and thenceforth to the BBC Proms in London, in the famous Royal Albert Hall. This was the orchestra’s first appearance in the BBC Proms and I’m incredibly thankful and delighted to have been a part of this historical

and liberation, and a deep happiness. For me, the most important aspect of being a professional cellist is my sincere love for the music I am playing, and to, therefore, have the chance to showcase this love for audiences around the world.

You’ve performed all over the world –what have been some highlights?

To perform around the world, primarily as a soloist, is a real pleasure and honour for me, and I am eternally grateful that I get to live the life I have always dreamt. I’d say the series of concerts with the AWO was a lifetime highlight. Usually, I get the most satisfaction and joy from performing as a soloist, but collaborating with fellow musicians, being part of one sound and musical unity was something I cannot put into words. There have been other moments too, of course, that bring me immense happiness. As a soloist, especially when being signed with an agency, there are some perks to the lifestyle; solo tours with a private driver and prepared lunch or dinner courses before and after my performances; the thrill of playing concertos with orchestras around Germany, arriving at the hotel prior to the concert and ordering as much room service as possible. These experiences also have their special place in my heart.

Sam will play a series of intricate and challenging programs at Lucas Parklands on March 22, April 1 and 2. All concerts commence at 3pm, and for more details and booking information please visit www.lucasparklands.com.au/2023concerts/

Sam Lucas and Berta Brozgul

To perform around the world, primarily as a soloist, is a real pleasure and honour for me

Sam Lucas

Horsing around

By Kirra Livingstone

WOOMBYE fine arts artist Michelle Manns is one of 42 artists who have submitted work to the Seeing the Soul exhibition, raising money for the Hoofbeats Sanctuary.

The Hoofbeats Sanctuary is a traumahealing centre that allows women and children to participate in equine therapy programs, improving their mental health while healing with horses.

This exhibition will showcase 72 artworks from 42 artists from all over Queensland, and each piece will be up for auction, where 50 per cent of the proceeds will go to the Hoofbeats Sanctuary.

Michelle Manns has been a mixed media and fine arts artist and illustrator since 2016, and was invited to be part of this exhibition, for a chance to win the art prize valued up to $15,000. She said she is honoured to be a part of this inaugural exhibition to help raise money for Hoofbeats Sanctuary, and thoroughly enjoyed the process of creating equine themed art.

“When I saw the brief, I thought it was wonderful they wanted a horse art piece without anything on them, so that inspired me a lot because I thought how great to see them in their natural form,” she said.

“I also love colour so I’m really a bit vibrant when it comes to my acrylic paintings, so I wanted him to be very colourful and alive and freeform, so he looks like he is moving in the painting.”

Horoscopes

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

Maybe you’re surrounded by bullies, Pisces. Maybe you’re dealing with sheer stubbornness. Whatever the case, it seems that someone around you is behaving badly. Don’t let them get you down. In any case, you’re clever enough to find a way around their petulance. In doing so, you watch those tables turn.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

Stand by for a reshuffling of values, which could see love and friendship take on a new tone. You’ll be surprised at who volunteers when you need help, and you’ll be equally disquieted by who will let you down. This week brings a crash course in what you need from relationships. If a certain love is unsalvageable, start planning your exit.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

This week becomes downright frenzied - a time when no-one quite knows what everyone else is up to, or why. But this is pretty much the case when you pitch a group of power planets up against intense Taurean emotions. Trying to enlist help is a waste of time. Do what you do best - and take charge.

Rosetta’s Great Reads Go as a River

‘Just as a single rainstorm can erode the bank and change the course of a river, so can a single circumstance of a girl’s life erase who she was before’. Shelley Read’s beautifully crafted debut novel has been compared to Where the Crawdads Sing, and its lyrical quality won’t disappoint. With the author being a lecturer in environmental studies, this book has a strong sense of place that takes you right to the heart of California, beginning on the peach farm where Victoria Nash grows up. It then leads you on a transformative journey as Victoria makes decisions that change the course of her life. Filled with both heart-wrenching and powerful moments, this is the kind of book that will stay with you. RRP $32.99

Michelle said although it took a while to produce her design idea, once she did it only took her three weeks to complete the art.

“It took me five weeks to come up with my painting idea, and once I came up with it, I knew immediately it would be perfect, and it turned out exactly how I pictured it,” she said.

Michelle wasn’t initially aware there was an art prize for the exhibition, but she said if she did win, she would love to take a trip as she is an avid traveller.

The exhibition opens on March 31 and will be open until April 30 at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre.

There will be an overall winner, category winners and runners-up (painting/ drawing, sculpture/3D and photography) and a People’s Choice Award up for grabs throughout the exhibition.

Victory City

This hotly anticipated new novel from the Booker Prize–winning, internationally bestselling author Salman Rushdie is strikingly-styled as a translation of an ancient epic. It is the tale of grief-stricken Pampa Kampana who, after losing her mother, breathes a fantastical empire into existence, only to be consumed by it over time. Rushdie injects philosophy and feminist themes, with a strong message about gender equality, alongside hilarious banter. It is also the celebration of the importance of stories. You’ll love the powerful ending when Pampa ultimately discovers what victory means to her. RRP $32.99

WEEK BEGINNING MARCH 14

with Tanya Obreza

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

We all experience very different journeys while moving through life. Don’t assume that others will have the same actions and reactions to the dramas that can unfold. It’s how you react that’s important. This week, pay attention to even the most minor piece of information. Sometimes, the smallest gem can have the most sparkle.

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

Love wins a generous time slot, though there may be some trickery in the heavens. This means that what started as a casual flirtation could become more than intended. And chances are, it’ll be you who’s doing the tempting. Indeed, prudence doesn’t exactly spring to mind as your word of the week - hedonistic - is closer to the mark.

LEO

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

Just when you started to feel happy with your lot, along comes a whisper of discontent. Venus is in a spiteful mood, so expect some conflict this week. It’s a time to keep your head down and out of the firing line. Also, take note of any emotional deadwood. Decide what’s no longer working for you - and then trash it. Guilt free.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

It’s a week for working behind the scenes, Virgo. You set your schedule by the creativity of your soul. Inspiration is your manna, ingenuity is your pay off. Don’t expect to reach your goals this week, but do expect to set the scene for future success. Most people don’t know that you’re one of the most artistic signs. They will soon enough.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

A lagging cosmos has doused your enthusiasm for some time now, and you’ve felt held back. So consider it perfect timing when this week offers to unleash restrained ambitions and talents. Financially, your bank balance should start to be replenished. Watch, too, for an opportunity to make the most of work contacts.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

Have you noticed how some individuals can be likened to a black hole? They’ll happily draw you into their mass of personal chaos with zero concern over the possible effects on you. So stay well clear of their presence. There are friendlier places to be. Jupiter also lends an uncanny financial instinct. Earning power should soon soar.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

More recently, work has seemed more like a war zone and you’re tired of petty politics. What’s more, you’re angry. This week, however, encourages restraint. That’s not to say that you should let others take you for granted - just don’t let them hijack your hard work by losing your temper. Stay calm, and you’ll be the one reaping the rewards.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

This week it’s a case of lucky with money but perhaps, unlucky in love. Career ambitions should proceed as planned, but personal happiness may be clouded by trouble with someone you love. Perhaps you’ve been allocating too much time to work, and not enough time for play. Don’t take loved ones for granted.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

This week brings you directly in touch with your need for action. You’re ready to get things moving, perhaps even break new ground. On a psychological level, too, you’re more in touch with your inner rage. It’s how you channel this raw energy that makes all the difference. Release any pent-up emotions by taking positive, constructive action.

Don’t let the weeds rule

I’m responding to a letter in which Meredith from Flaxton voiced her concern over the invasive habits of the Himalayan Ash.

We reforested 20 acres of our property with all native, Indigenous trees in Tintenbar (Northern Rivers NSW) about eight years ago.

Our neighbour across the road has a forest of Ash trees which constantly blow their seeds into our forest. We have found seedlings sprouting up more than 200m from the source.

We have contacted Ballina Shire Council about our concerns but so far there has been no ‘noxious weed’ classification assigned to the Ash. As far as I am concerned, it is a more harmful species than the camphor laurel, which has taken over a lot of our rainforest, hinterland regions.

The Ash’s invasive, vast and fast spreading nature means that it is only a matter of time before more native habitats will be overcome by this dreaded ‘weed’.

Robyn Kirk

Seeking good Samaritans

On Monday our little dog, Clover, was picked up by the road, on Steve Irwin Way by two wonderful people who took her to the Vet at Landsborough, where it was found that she was dead.

She had never left our yard before and when we couldn’t find her, we got a phone call from our Vet who let us know that this lovely couple had wrapped her in a towel and wanted to bring her home to us! Clover was very old, but it is still pretty raw not to have her here. She is buried here on her home property, we got her a as a tiny little puppy.

We were searching all over our house and the yard, when we got the call from the Vets. I would like to return their towel to those good Samaritans as they did a wonderful thing. Please would that couple come and see us and we will return that towel, nice and clean.

D.L. & K.R. G.

Wary of cults

A recent contributor attacking Service People in war zones say it all.

Once again “The Cult” are at it again “follow me mindlessly”.

I personally look forward to the day when the likes of the ALP/Greens and Lib/

Nat coalitions, basically different wings of the same bird, are totally removed from the Australian voting scene. These disgraceful organisations have for too long encouraged a “Cult” mentality to maintain their various voter bases to the detriment of Australia and it people.

Shane Daly Peachester

Voting yes for the Voice

Good morning. I acknowledge that our Aboriginal peoples have lived in Australia for 60,000 years before my forebears migrated here in 1840 from England. While the Productivity Commission, the Australian Medical Ass., The Farmer’s Federation and the Mineral Council of Australia all can have input into talks concerning policy development before it is taken to the government of the day for debate, our Aboriginal spokespersons do not have this as a right.

The government then presents the legislation on the floor of parliament in Canberra for debate before it can be passed into law.

First Nations peoples have a right to put forward views concerning their communities too at the highest level and as a result, I will be voting “Yes” when the referendum is called later in the year.

Jenny Donovan

Most Humble Apologies

I refer to Alf Kwarcianyi’s letter (March 7 Issue) and I have no doubt I’m one of the

two contributors Alf refers to, and I too am getting sick of it Alf.

So please accept my most humble apologies.

As one of our more senior citizens, I find I don’t have the patience I once had, and I find myself getting court up in the “SAVE THE PLANET” debate.

It does get the blood boiling when people insist they are right, and everybody else is wrong, and now it seems that since he can’t sway my opinions to favour his he has resorted to attacking my character.

It really is laughable, but from this point on, perhaps I’ll take a leaf out of your book and totally disregard and ignore the things that other bloke writes about.

It won’t be easy, and that’s not to say I won’t still drop the odd letter in, but I’ll strive to do better.

Perhaps I’ll set up a Fudge Jar as well, and every time I find my blood boiling because that other bloke has stirred the pot, I’ll drop a gold coin in the jar.

Thank you Alf, and once again humble apologies if my comments on the debate upset you, but you should know I have never claimed to be right, just wanted to offered another point of view.

Peter Bowles Glasshouse Mountains

Dream World

I do not want to live in a surburban world that is just houses with no SPACE between them for wildlife and wildlife corridors.

Is there an app that doesn’t fill me with impending dread

THE KIDS WILL BE ALRIGHT

I SEE that Enid Blyton is the latest children’s author to face the wrath of modern-day sensibilites. Or ‘sensitivities’.

Apparently the use of the words ‘idiot’ and ‘shut up’ are too much for young readers. This follows Roald Dahl’s novels getting a touch-up for describing characters as ‘fat’ and ‘double-chinned’ among other horrific adjectives.

Censoring like this is a slippery slope. There is no limit to what offends and the chances of a book surviving a single generation let alone being handed down over many is fraught. Coincidentally I recently had to re-read one of Blyton’s Famous Five books to the young ones before bed. Different point but where Dahl still has an edge to his novels, Blyton

the case was dismissed by a very sensible magistrate is a stunning outcome.

The only winner in this case is the magistrate who said what most of us are thinking all the time. “This is a classic case of the insanity that has overtaken society in the 21st century,” he lamented.

“It started in the 1980s when we advised students that they had rights and

It’s understandable in a way given columnists are by nature quite thinskinned creatures - excluding yours truly, duh - and hand-in-hand is their paranoia at them and their thoughts being redundant.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock you would know about Chat GPT which is

Parks and easements between homes could be a balance between permaculture and native trees to this area. As in native paperbarks left to regenerate a wetland area surrounded by Neem or Tea trees and Banksias. The real estate individuals could when they put tiny thin easements in to widen them heaps and make earth zones with more amenability to humanity’s wild side. Our earth and non dangerous animal earth closer to us all as in ducks and so on in our daily walking the dog through parks and paddocks left for snakes and great flocks of finches and budgerigars with dog walkways through them. The birds would fly up in swirls and come back down again. Lots of food for predators like cats and peregrine falcons. BECAUSE WE ALL NEED TO ROAM IN OUR WILD SIDE. So back to the drawing board counil with your standard plate design parks only for humans. And the real estate because nature refreshes us and rejuvenates us. We play god with the earth and need to decentralize and work more with it. It would be more like half the land for community and half for the great Australian dream of owning your own home next to the permaculture zoned interspaced community. HIGH TECH business areas and its high rise solar power production and rooftop community gardens. Free train travel for housing commission livers to the beach or else where. And more space for everything else needful things in the community besides the great Australian and country indigenous dream of owning ones own home. I do too one day!

Jason Glass House Mountains

(kids cheating through school) or the greatest tool at making our lives even more efficient (yay). Reading some columnists and you can only pray that AI will take them out.

As for me, I’ve tried to get it to write my column, but it’s even worse.

with Andrew Powell State Member for Glass House Glass House Small Business Awards

YOU may or may not remember that I used to hold the Glass House Small Business Awards (Glassies) in May every year to coincide with Small Business Week. Covid played havoc with our plans in 2020, 2021 and 2022...but this year, the Glassies are back on in May! Which means nominations open as of Monday, 13th March! The Glassies are my way, and yours, of showing local small businesses and their employees how much we appreciate what they contribute to our daily lives and the broader community.

ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES

with Andrew Wallace

Federal Member for Fisher

Have Your Say on the Issues that Matter

IT has been a busy and fulfilling week in Parliament this week. Beyond the raucous theatre of Question Time, the real work of Parliament often goes unreported. Landmark inquiries which guide policy and legislation. Engagement on crucial issues across party lines.

with Winston Johnston Division 5 - Sunshine Coast Council

Are you tired of spending money on fuel?

time to switch to Flexilink - an affordable, efficient, and sustainable way to get around. With services between Conondale and Maleny (via Witta) three times a day, Monday to Saturday, why not give it a try and let someone else do the driving? For timetables visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/flexilink or for bookings call 1300 511 163 and ask for Flexilink.

THE GLASSIES 2023

Celebrating the Small Business Heroes in our Region

As always, there will be four regions to nominate in –Montville, Maleny, Glasshouse Country and Moreton Bay. The business and employee in each region with the most votes will pick up a Silver Glassy. The Bronze Glassy will be selected by the Chamber presidents for true recognition by their peers. The coveted Gold Glassy will be selected by myself and the Chambers and go to one business and one employee from across the Glass House electorate. Who will you nominate in 2023?

Gambling Community Benefit Fund Winners

Congratulations to the round 115 winners of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund!

• Blackall Range Care Group: $35,000 to purchase a bus

• Eudlo Horse and Pony Club: $27,430 to upgrade facility and purchase equipment

• Mooloolah Valley Community Association: $15,459.47 to purchase IT equipment

• Stanmore and District Rural Fire Brigade: $33,800 to lay a concrete driveway

If you are part of a community group needing funding, applications for round 117 will open mid-April and close at midnight on 31st May, 2023.

This week, alongside Labor and Independent Members, I launched the Parliamentary Friends of Eating Disorder Awareness to build a cross-party consensus on Australia’s most deadly psychiatric illness. Democracy functions at its best when we work together on the issues that matter. And when I say ‘together’, I mean that YOU as well. It’s a whole-of-community responsibility. You elected me as the Federal Member for Fisher to represent you in Canberra and to fight for local families and their businesses. But this is a team effort.

Montville Needs a Doctor

That’s why I’ve worked with Montville community leaders to launch their petition, calling for government support to receive the health services they need.

We’re calling on the State and Federal Governments to pull the levers available to them, to give regional Australians the health services they need.

I encourage residents, business owners, and visitors from across Montville and surrounds to sign the petition. We’ll make them hear your voice in Canberra.

Mobile Phone Reception in Glass House Mountains

I’m continuing the fight for better mobile phone and internet services in the Hinterland and particularly, in Glass House Mountains. While I’ve been proud to secure new mobile phone services in Conondale, Kenilworth, Glenview, Caloundra South, Caloundra West, Beerwah, Glass House Mountains, Mooloolah, Peachester, Beerburrum and more, there’s more work to do.

For those who haven’t signed the petition, visit www. andrewwallacemp.com.au and click Petitions in the menu at the top of the page.

Most Sunshine Coast households have a pet in their

But knowing the ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ of how to care for your pets, at home and out in the community, can be a challenge. Our Response Service Pet Experts will be setting up a pop-up marquee or the beach buggy in Division 5 on April 7 at Mary Cairncross Park from 7-9am and Kolora Park from 3-5pm, and on April 9 at Eudlo Town Park from 3-5pm. Head along to get information where you can exercise your dog, looking after your cats, keeping your pets and wildlife safe, sharing and respecting the space with other users, registration and microchipping, dog waste #bagitandbinit, barking dog concerns, and our education programs. You can pick up also some freebies for your dog, or activities for the kids.

Free building design workshops

Are you renovating, buying, or building a home on the Sunshine Coast? Join Sarah Chalkley, from Sunshine Coast Council’s Design and Architecture team, to discover important house design tips. Learn how to take advantage of our climate, understand where to put rooms, how to maximise light and breezes, which building materials to consider, the value of gardens for cooling, and how to create a home that doesn’t rely on costly air-conditioning and heating. To find your local event in Division 5, book via Sunshine Coast Council’s library website and search ‘Cool Homes’.

Glass House

2023

The Woman Who Didn’t Need Fixing

IT IS said that if you educate a man you raise an individual but if you educate a woman you raise a nation. According to CARE Australia, when a woman overcomes poverty, she brings at least four others with her.

Women are multipliers – to invest in a woman is to invest in family, communities and society. Wherever women’s voices have found empowerment, health outcomes improve, just systems emerge and sustainable practices are more widely embraced. Women are agents of change, yet remain dramatically under-represented in decision-making bodies from parliament to boardrooms to religious institutions.

Yet women are still told to present differently, organise better and ‘be seen’ in all the right places. But imposing patriarchal models of acceptability is not a solution. Its not women who need fixing, but the structures that make women vulnerable to discrimination in the first place.

We see an illustration in the story of the woman at the well (John 4.1-42.) Often painted as shame-filled and unfaithful, it is more likely this five-times married woman was simply vulnerable to the circumstances of her time and widowed, divorced at a man’s whim, or possibly unable to bear children.

What scripture does describe is a capable, savvy woman. When she leaves

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 5pm: Peachester Rd, Beerwah

Sunday 7am: Caloundra St, Landsborough

Sunday 9am: 45 Cedar Street, Maleny Ph: 5430 9390 9am to 1pm Mon-Fri www.caloundracatholicparish.net

Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah

Come and worship with us

Beerwah – Sunday 8.30am

Peachester Community Church –last Sunday of the month 5.30pm

Minister: Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan Ph. 0448 358 774 Email: churchgcuc@gmail.com

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY CALVARY CONGREGATION

You are most WELCOME to join us 9.00am each Sunday Reed Street, Glasshouse Mtns (next to RSL) Sunday School, Women’s Fellowship, Bible Study

Contact: 5439 9341 or 5496 9671 www.glasshousemountains.lutheran.org.au

with Rev’d Deborah Bird Anglican Parishes of Maleny and Palmwoods

the well to tell others about Jesus she has no trouble rallying others to the cause. She is an agent of change.

But unlike the miracles and healing stories, Jesus has not intervened. When she leaves the well she still has no husband. Her marriage history remains, as does her sixth relationship - whatever form that is taking.

Jesus shows no concern in her relationship status, nor whether she is Samaritan or Jew. He does not try to change her or conform her. This woman does not need fixing.

What does occur is a theological conversation that explores the connection between physical and spiritual thirst –and the inclination to let difference get in the way of the dignity and affirmation we all need to grow into fullness of life.

This woman leaves without her water jug, but as a vessel overflowing with agency, and becomes the first and immediately effective evangelist of the Christ.

This woman’s voice is a blessing to her whole community. How can we promote the voices of women as a blessing to all the earth?

Fashion parade for DWCS

THE AUTUMN Fashion Parade and Delicious Morning Tea presented by the Maleny Catholic Ladies Group to support Queensland farmers is on again. Fashions and accessories by Flaunt Maleny and Imelda’s on Maple. Proceeds to ‘The Downs and West Community Support’ (DWCS) mission co-ordinated by Sister Christine Henry www. downsandwestcommunitysupport.org.

The event will be held on Friday, May 5 at 9.30am in the Pat Daley Centre, Maleny Catholic Church, 45 Cedar Street. Entry is $25 and includes five free raffle tickets

and a chance to win the lucky door prize. Because of space, numbers are limited so please book early by contacting Chris 0490 065 607 or Rose 0400 550 007.

Church Supports Local Neighbourhood Centre

MEMBERS of the Landsborough Seventh-day Adventist Church answered a call by Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre for donations of personal hygiene products to assist in the centre’s work of caring for disadvantaged individuals and families in the community.

The church recognises the important work that the volunteers do at the centre in reaching out to the people in the community doing it tough. Jan Hunter and Helen Browne were very appreciative of the help provided by the church and accepted the donations on behalf of the centre.

Welcomes

A Bible Teaching, Community Loving, Hope Filled Church on the Hinterland

Sundays @ 9am

12 Cedar Street, Maleny malenypc.org.au

BEERWAH CHURCH 27 Beerwah Parade

Sundays 9 30am & Kids Church

Arise Youth: Fri 7pm (grade: 7-12 | term time) E: wecare@cotr.org.au W: churchontherise.org.au

MALENY CHURCH Maleny Sports Park, via Porter’s Lane

Sundays 9 30am & Kids Church

E: info@cotrmaleny.org W: cotrmaleny.org

What’s on at the Uniting Church

GLASSHOUSE Country Uniting Church will be hosting a number of events in the coming weeks and welcome all to attend.

Over two Tuesdays, March 21 and 28 guests can experience the Easter story in a new way with a dramatic reading of the Oberammergau Passion Play script scenes. The readings will take place from 9.30am to 10.30am and will be followed by a discussion and morning tea.

On Tuesday, April 4, families and adults are welcome to come along to the creative craft day. There will be cooking, crafts, drama and games for the Easter school holidays. All are welcome, with bookings welcomed for catering purposes. Glasshouse Country Uniting Church is located at 29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah. For more information about events and to book, contact Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan on 0448 358 774.

Models from the 2022 fashion parade.

Jan Hunter and Helen Browne with the donations.

Peachester movie and dinner night

Time: Friday, from 6pm

Where: Peachester Hall

Black Dog Ride’s 1Dayer

Sunshine Coast Kennel Club Show

Mar 17

Info: Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with the movie “The Quiet Man” and dinner at Peachester Hall. Hosted by the Peachester History Committee, contact 5494 9557 for details and booking.

Mooloolah Four Seasons Market

Time: Saturday, 8am - 1pm

Where: Mooloolah Public Hall, Bray Road

Mar 18

Info: The Mooloolah Four Seasons Autumn Market is on with a great range of bric a brac, plants, herbs, jams, conserves, fruit and vegetables and more.

Stamp Fair

Time: Saturday, 8.30am - 3.30pm

Where: Kawana Community Centre, Naminya Street, Buddina (off Point Cartwright Road)

Time: Sunday, check in and registration at 7am. Ride leaves at 9:15.

Where: Beerwah Sportsground

Mar 19

Info: On the third Sunday of March, Black Dog Ride is uniting under one banner with one voice on one single day to amplify a national message of hope, awareness and prevention of suicide. Breakfast available before a scenic loop through the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Lunch, raffles and a guest speaker upon return.

Oberammergau Passion Play

Time: Tuesdays, 9.30am to 10.30am

Where: Glasshouse Country Uniting Church, 29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah.

Mar 18

Info: The Caloundra and Sunshine Coast Stamp Clubs are hosting a joint Stamp Fair and welcome members of the public to come along for free. SEQLD Stamp Clubs and professional stamp dealers will be in attendance, with viewing and the opportunity to purchase. There will be on site refreshments, ample parking is available with ground floor disabled access.

Beerwah Tower Green Market

Time: Saturday, 8am - 12noon

Where: Beerwah Tower Green, Simpson Street

Mar 18

Info: Live music, fresh coffee, CWA traditional baked goods, and the QCWA Beerwah’s ‘Favourites’ range celebrating the old skills the CWA if famous for. Every month the ladies organise a raffle to support a local project. Renowned for their delicious baking, you are invited to enjoy a fresh scone and homemade jam inside the CWA hall on market days.

Multicultural Arts Showcase

Time: Saturday, 9am - 1pm

Where: Beerburrum Hall, 7 Anzac Avenue

Mar 18

Info: All are welcome to come along and share, learn and experience this free event as part of Harmony Week. There will be special cultural performances, interactive salsa taster, Sunshine Coast Qigong and Tai chi, plus ice cream, coffee and sausage sizzle.

Pineapple Cooking Competition

Time: Saturday, from 9am

Where: QCWA Hall, Simpson Street, Beerwah

Mar 21&28

Info: All are welcome to experience the Easter story in a new way with a dramatic reading of the Oberammergau Passion Play script scenes, followed by discussion and morning tea. Contact Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan on 0448 358 774 for more details.

Lucas Parklands Concert

Time: Wednesday, 3pm

Where: Lucas Parklands, 126 Narrows Road, Montville

Info: Lucas Parklands presents Sam Lucas, cello, and Berta Brozgul, piano, performing Fantasties and Sonata’s, including works by Schumann, Beethoven, Prokofiev and Tedesco. More information and tickets available at lucasparklands.com.au

Maleny Country Fair

Time: Friday, from 3.30pm

Where: Maleny State School oval

Mar 22

Time: Friday, 6pm; Sat & Sun from 8.30am

Where: Beerwah Sportsground

Mar 24-26

Info: The Sunshine Coast Kennel Club will be holding four conformation shows (beauty contests) judging the best dogs in each breed to end up with a Best in Show. Shows will be held over three days, with a flyball competition on Sunday. Canteen and coffee van will be open. All are welcome to come along and join in the fun at this free event.

Paul Ballum-Cross

Time: Sunday, 2pm

Concert

Where: St George’s Anglican Church, Maleny

Mar 26

Info: Come and enjoy this afternoon of classics and compositions executed with skill, sensitivity and joy. Paul, who has a Doctorate in Musicology, is a well-known and respected musician, composer, and teacher in the Brisbane community. His performance includes pieces by Mompou, Arregui, Sor and Tarrega. Tickets are available through trybooking.com

Glasshouse Senior Citizens

Time: Tuesday, 9.30am

Where: Beerwah Community Hall

Mar

Info: Our annual Free Morning Tea is being held on Tuesday 28th of March at 9:30am and open to all 50+ seniors at the Beerwah Community Hall. Apart from a scrumptious morning tea, there is also entertainment, the Koala Care stall, the Men’s Shed with their woodwork, an artisan jewellery stall, plus our plant/produce/book stalls. Enjoy fun, food and fabulous raffle and Lucky Door prizes.

Mar 24

Info: Maleny State School, The River School and Conondale State School present the Maleny Country Fair. Sideshow rides, a great variety of sweet and savoury food stalls, traditional sideshow alley games. The entertainment program is jammed packed featuring local community groups, school bands, choirs, dance groups and professional performers. The night will finish with a bang with a fantastic fireworks display by KC’s Fireworks. www.malenypandc.com.au

Mar 18

Info: QCWA Beerwah is hosting this Pineapple Cooking Competition at their monthly markets to share the love and to raise awareness around our locally grown, seasonal, fresh pineapples. To help our pineapple farmers sell their fruit. For entry details, contact QCWA Beerwah directly through Facebook or email qcwabeerwah@gmail.com.

Entries due March 17.

Maleny Film Festival

Time: Various film times over three days

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Info: The Maleny Film Society is pleased to present a curated selection of four films about writers at work. The festival will showcase She Said (USA, 2022), Adaptation (USA, 2001), Paterson (USA, 2016) and Lost Illusions (France, 2021). Keep an eye on the website for more information www.malenyshowsociety.com.au

Maleny Players present ‘Seventeen’

Time: March 30-31 7pm, April 1-2 2pm and 7pm

Where: Maleny Showgrounds

Mar 30-31

Info: What advice would you give your future self?

Maleny Players present the Queensland premiere of Matthew Whittet’s 2017 play ‘Seventeen’. Rated M for mature audiences 16+ strong language and adult themes. Tickets available through trybooking.com or limited cash sales at Maleny Art Direct.

Eco Creative Festival Maleny

Time: March 31 - April 2 Friday, launch from 12

-6, Sat/Sun 9-3

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Mar 31Apr 2

Info: Hosting a creative range of stallholders and exhibitors including makers, artists, designers, cooks and growers who incorporate ‘eco’ into their craft. A celebration of waste to art, with funcational items and extraordinary ideas.

JOHN

MCGRATH

I see today’s market as a great buying opportunity for investors. All the key elements are in place. The most important factor is the ability to buy a high-quality investment in a great location at a discount. I think the market is at or approaching its bottom already. The next stage of the market will be a consolidation, featuring a plateauing of prices, followed by further upward growth in property values in 2024. That means investors buying today should see a pretty quick upswing in their equity within the first 12 to 18 months of ownership.

We’re already seeing an uplift in numbers at both open homes and auctions. Buyers have rushed back to the market this year. They’ve had time to get used to interest rates at these new levels and they want to take advantage of softer prices now.

– TODAY’S MARKET IDEAL FOR NEW INVESTORS

While Australian home values are still falling, the decline in January was the smallest monthly drop since June last year. That suggests new demand is supporting prices.

The second big element making this market a great time for investors is strong rental increases. This will certainly help with your loan repayments as rates rise. You’ll also have little trouble finding a great tenant due to strong demand fuelled by a chronic undersupply and returning migrants. Growth in rents is particularly strong in the big capital cities, with rents up by as much as 30% in inner Melbourne and 20% in inner Sydney over the past 12 months alone, according to CoreLogic. Rental growth has been strongest among apartments, the typical stock of investors.

This is mainly because local renters are looking for cheaper options in an inflationary economy, and migrants –particularly students – tend to prefer apartments. At a citywide level, CoreLogic data shows East Coast apartment rents rose by 15.9% across Sydney, 15.3% across Brisbane, 13.6% across Melbourne, and 8.1% across Hobart over the past year. House rents are up 12.5% in Brisbane, 8.9% in Sydney, 6.7% in Melbourne, and 5.2% in Hobart. The data indicates that upward pressure on rental values is likely to remain until supply improves. CoreLogic says rental listings are at record lows for this time of year. East Coast vacancy rates are 1.6% in Sydney, 1.2% in Melbourne, 1.4% in Brisbane, 1.5% in Hobart and 2.2% in Canberra. To put that into perspective, balanced supply and demand sits at about 3%. Where prices have dropped the most

I think the big East Coast capital cities will lead the market rebound next year, so let’s take a look at where home values have fallen the most during the correction in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.

CoreLogic has released some new figures showing the biggest falls in suburban home values over the past 12 months. I’ll just point out here that many of these areas experienced the highest gains

co MM unity Givebac K

Over the past six years, McGrath Estate Agents Coast & Hinterland has proudly donated more than $250,000 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. This month the two chosen organisations were:

HEAR AND SAY

during the pandemic boom, so that’s why the correction is more acute.

In Sydney, the areas that have experienced the largest price declines are Pittwater (-23.5%), Warringah (-21.4%), Manly (-21%), Eastern Suburbs – North (-20.1%) and Leichhardt (-18.4%).

In Melbourne, prices have fallen most in Bayside (-14.3%), Nillumbik – Kinglake (-13.8%), Essendon (-13.7%), Darebin – North (-13.6%) and Banyule (-13.3%).

In Brisbane, it’s Chermside (-13.6%), Nundah (-12.9%), Nathan (-12.2%), Holland Park – Yeronga (-12%) and The Gap –Enoggera (-11.5%).

Now compare all this good news to the stock market, which is incredibly volatile these days due to the threat of a global recession. Australian property sure looks like a safer investment to me.

Katie’s passion for the real estate industry is evident with nearly a decade’s experience in both property management and property sales. Her past experience has taught her the value of clear communication and she prides herself on keeping clients fully informed. Katie is known for her excellent communication skills and listening ability. Equally as imperative, she endeavours to deliver the utmost care and attention to everything she does with a knowledgeable, hands-on approach. Katie ensures all issues are smoothly and quickly resolved no matter how complex or trivial and strives to exceed her customers’ expectations. When she is not working, Katie enjoys renovating her home, spending time at the family farm and relaxing.

If you would like to speak to our team regarding buying, selling or renting, we would be delighted to assist you further. For leasing and new client enquiries please contact Rebecca Hill - 0488 771 626. For all sales enquiries please contact Cassi Nuske – 0415 304 127. We look forward to being of service for all of your real estate requirements.

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3 Reasons Why Beerwah is an investment Hotspot

Following exponential capital growth in real estate values over the past two years, investors looking to buy in the current market cycle may be wondering which regions will perform well in the coming years. According to a recent article by respected property investment guru, Michael Yardney, investors should be seeking properties in “good neighbourhoods” to ensure capital growth is more likely over coming years. Yardney recommends investing in areas which meet the following criteria:

1. Suburbs and towns which are well-maintained and places where people aspire to live, rather than locations where the only reason people live is because it’s affordable.

2. Areas which have good connection to public transport.

3. Locations which are within easy proximity of schools, restaurants, shops, gyms, beaches and health services.

Cassi Nuske of McGrath Coast and Hinterland observes that Beerwah is attracting growing interest by savvy investors who recognise the points made by Yardney.

Cassi says, “A huge portion of buyers looking to purchase in the Hinterland are moving to the area from Sunshine Coast suburbs east of the Bruce Highway and Brisbane because they’re seeking open spaces and less congestion. Beerwah and the surrounding suburbs are locations where a growing number of buyers and

tenants are drawn for the quiet lifestyle coupled with easy access to services. With the existing rail line providing ease of access to Brisbane, planned transport infrastructure between the Hinterland and the coast set to enhance connectivity over the next decade together with local new business growth, I believe Beerwah will be an investment hotspot.” For assistance with your real estate needs, please contact Cassi at McGrath

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Growing plants from cuttings

FRANGIPANIS have been putting on a real show this year.

It’s the best time to check out the gardens of friends and relatives to see if you can take cuttings to grow in your garden.

Striking a frangipani from a cutting is very simple.

Step 1: wait until April. Step 2: cut off a branch. Step 3: put it under the house or in a shady place for a month. Step 4: plant it at least 30cm into potting mix. Step 5: wait until next spring. Step 6: plant it into the garden. That’s all it takes.

Growing your own plants from cuttings can be a very satisfying way to boost your garden stocks without breaking the bank. It can also be a rather sociable way to meet the neighbours – “Nice hydrangea, do you mind if I take a cutting”.

But best of all is that you end up with exactly the same plant that you took the cutting from. Same flower colour, same growth habit, same leaf shape, same genetics.

So, what are some of the basics about taking and striking cuttings.

Some plants strike better from softwood cuttings, some from hardwood cuttings, some from semi-hardwood cuttings. Each different plant will have different requirements.

Ask another gardener or one of our local nursery or garden centre staff if you’re not sure.

Cuttings must be as fresh as can be. Don’t take cuttings and leave them in a hot car for a few hours. Try to keep them cool and in a plastic bag.

It is debatable whether the end of the cutting needs to be directly below a leaf node, but it’s probably safer to use this approach, as this is where the plant is most likely to produce roots.

Again, it is debatable whether it’s beneficial to use a rooting compound or not – but it doesn’t hurt, so use one. Some people prefer to use organic honey.

The potting mixture needs to allow for free drainage and lots of oxygen around the stem.

After a couple of days, the cuttings stop taking in moisture through their stem, so it’s important to keep up the relative humidity around the cutting, so that it doesn’t lose water and it allows the biological processes to keep active.

Most people tend to strip back the leaves to a couple and then cut them in half to reduce moisture loss.

Modern research tends to suggest this may not make too much difference, but like the rooting compound, it doesn’t hurt.

The easiest way to do this is to use bent wire and a plastic bag pulled over and tied at the top.

Keep the pots in the shade and keep the mixture moist but not

saturated as this will rot the cuttings.

Only fertilise the cuttings once they have formed roots. Look at the base of the pot – if you can see roots through the drain holes, then it’s time to fertilise with a half strength soluble fertiliser.

After about eight weeks (longer in cooler weather), the cuttings should have taken root and they can be taken out of their protective bag. The next important step is to harden them off.

You can do this by keeping them under shade cloth in a semi-shade location but protect them from drying winds. It’s best

to separate cuttings into different pots at this stage.

After two weeks, take them out from the shade cloth. Then after another two weeks, you can put them into a more open spot to finish hardening off.

After another eight weeks, they are ready to be planted out or potted up into larger pots.

Whilst most gardeners propagate cuttings with some success, it tends to be a hit and miss affair. The best way to improve your success rate is to give it a go and learn from your mistakes.

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Striking succulents is easy.

Talking Trade with Coast Imagewear

COAST Imagewear is a locally owned and operated supplier for all workwear, uniforms, embroidery and printing services. Homebase is on the Sunshine Coast in Beerwah, however they supply the whole of Australia! Coast Imagewear’s customers are your local tradie, sportsclub, schools, mining and shipping industry and a large range of hospitality and professional businesses. They also cater for the one-off tshirt that needs a special print or an embroidered towel as a gift. No order is too small or big! Big enough to be competitive and small enough to care, the team’s can-do attitude has earnt them excellent reviews and they continue to grow from strength to strength on customer

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Using industrial multi head embroidery machines for all embroidery requirements, they have recently added a direct to garment printer, which means they can now screenprint on any fabric, full colour with no minimums.

Coast Imagewear pride themselves on the fact that all branding is done inhouse, no outsourcing. This means the person taking your order is the same person that processes the order.

Their Beerwah shop stocks a large range of polo shirts, corporate shirts, hi vis workwear and PPE, and whatever they don’t have in stock they can ship affordably to your door. The range can be found online at coastimagewear.com.au

As well as workwear, they can brand a whole range of promotional products such as caps and hats, stubby coolers, bar mats and many other products. Why not pop in to the shop to speak to the friendly team who will be happy to chat to you

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Weather has hampered play somewhat this past week, with a storm forcing an early close of play on Sunday 12th March. Despite this, two short matches were played with Vince Carbery and Lynette Evans defeating Wallace Roy and Kath Smith 5:4. Meanwhile Nick Cram played Dianne Horsman, winning 13:8. On Thursday 9th the weather was kinder and one very close fought match was played. Lynette managed to defeat a pairing of Wallace and Vince with a final score of 12:11.

It has been noted that two of our players have been performing particularly well in events recently, seeing Lynette Evans moving from Division 4 to Division 3 in Association Croquet while Dianne Horsman is competing very well in Association and Ricochet Croquet and has lowered her handicap in Ricochet. Congratulations Lynette and Dianne. We wish you both the very best in the upcoming Bray pennants competition. In some great news for our club, our President, Sarah Widin (pictured), has been elected Vice President of Croquet Queensland. This is a great

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This Week on the Bowls Green DESPITE the threat of rain did not deter four of our more determined members from participating in a game of Scroungers on Friday afternoon. Conditions were tricky but a great match was enjoyed by all.

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St Patrick’s Day on Friday 17th March is something to mark on your calendar with green beer and green food ready to be served to members and guests enjoying festivities. New bowlers and visitors are encouraged to dress up for the occasion with lots of prizes on offer.

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Sarah Widen, our Club President and Vice President of Croquet Queensland.

Finally, we would like to welcome David Kerr as our newest club member. We look forward to progressing our skills together and playing many matches with David as we enjoy our challenging yet fun sport of croquet.

Play days: Thursday and Sunday 2pm for 2.30pm. Contact Sarah Widin for other days. Please arrive at 2 pm for games to be arranged by 2.30.

Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8 am.

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with Grade 6 students participating in friendly competition that will test their hand/eye co-ordination. This association and activity has grown to become part of regular sports curriculum that caters for all abilities. It is hoped to continue into Term 2 of 2023 and extend to all students at the school.

Maleny High School lawn bowls commences on Monday 20th March with Year 11 students participating in more serious competition that will conclude on 15 April 2023. Past participants have shown that what seemed like an older persons sports is actually very skillful and brings out a new appreciation for our sport. Years 7 & 8 students will be back

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Memberships set to be capped at Beerwah Golf Club

By Kirra Livingstone

BEERWAH Golf Club is capping memberships for the first time to ensure weekend competitors get a fair go in the wake of the course’s growing popularity.

The club is currently signing about 15-20 members each month.

Beerwah Golf Club’s Keith Knight said due to the increase in members wanting to play on a Saturday and the growing level of full rights members, the club had been required to make the decision to cap numbers at 900.

“Full rights members can play seven days a week and, in all competitions, but on Saturdays we have too many people trying to book in… we have people on a waiting list to play on a Saturday,” he said.

“We are going to have and introduce a member level called provisional members, which will be a member who will pay their full fees and become a member…

“The only difference between them and a full rights member is that they won’t be able to book in for a Saturday game until 72

hours after full rights members can book in.”

Keith added that this change won’t impact members wanting to book in any other day of the week, regardless of their membership level.

“This is only for Saturdays and if there is a spot available after 72 hours for provisional members, they can take that spot,” he said.

“However, this membership cap to 900 full rights members will not include ladies’ golfers, as most clubs on the Sunshine Coast don’t have enough women members, and we want to boost that membership.”

The club is capping its full rights members to 900 with an additional 100 provision members, in the footsteps of other local clubs who have had to cap memberships.

Keith said there were currently about 870 members.

“We gained 17 full rights members last month, and 30-40 new members the month before, so we are getting around 15-20 new members a month, so it won’t take long to get to 900,” he said.

Beerwah masters swim team back to dominating the pool

THERE were old and new faces in the Beerwah Masters team’s first swim meet for the year, but nothing has changed in terms of quality performance.

With established swimmers Lene, Davina, Sam and Kylie, and new additions, Angela and team coach Courtney, each swimmer placed at least third in each swimmer’s races.

Lene came first in all her races and broke the Queensland 100m Individual Medley record by three seconds, and broke national 100m butterfly record.

Sam came first in three breaststroke races and second place in the 25m and 50m freestyle, while Kylie won the 25m butterfly and came second in the 25m and 50m freestyle and 25m backstroke.

Davina came first in one of her four races and placed in the top six in the remaining races, Angela came third in the 25m backstroke and Courtney came second and third in her first masters races. Swimmer Kylie Cornock said she was very proud of the team which

Trial match wins

THE Beerwah Bulldogs’ pre-season trial matches took place on March 11, with a great result for the Reserve and A Grade teams, smashing the Fassifern Bombers 34-6 and 42-6 respectively.

All three senior Beerwah Bulldogs teams played at the Beerwah Sportsground. The C Grade home side did not fare as well, going down 30-6 to the the Moreton Bay Raiders.

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included some racing in a pool for the first time. “I’m proud of everybody it’s not an easy thing to do, especially because we are older…every time it’s nerve-racking and scary to go and do these events so everyone has to overcome their nerves,” she said.

“We are especially proud of Angela because she has never swum a race in her life, so she came and did her first race which was really cool.”

Cornock said she had hoped the team would have been bigger on the day, but noted that the first swim meet of the year had a great atmosphere.

“A couple of ladies couldn’t make it so we were hoping for a bigger team but there were a couple who couldn’t get there on the day but still pretty strong, really happy with that,” she said.

“It was an excellent atmosphere and really well run, everyone’s always so friendly at these things,” she said.

It was really fun and we always ending up chatting and making new friends.”

Under 13s are 2023 premiers

THE undefeated Landsborough Cricket

Landsborough batted first, scoring 83 runs. In a tight finish, Caloundra were closing in on the score, but two wickets in the third last over of the game sealed the victory for the Loggers.

Committee member, Dave Mcintyre, said it was an exciting match and that the club was proud of the squad - the only

premiership-winning team for the club this season.

“We are very proud, it’s been a long time since we won a flag in juniors, a few of our other teams made the finals like the Division four men’s team, but the under 13’s were the only premier team,” he said.

Dave said it was a great team effort, with everyone contributing to the end result, both in the final and throughout the entire season.

In the final itself, Ryder Stelzer scored the second most runs in the innings with 13 runs before he backed up with two wickets for just seven runs.

“James Fowler was highest scorer in Landsborough’s innings, hitting 24 runs not out,” Dave said.

The winning team was made up of both 13-year-olds and 11-year-olds, proving that age does not matter when it comes to cricket.

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SWAMP JUST FOR LAUGHS SUDOKU

A COWBOY, who just moved to Montana from Texas, walks into a bar and orders three mugs of Bud.

He sits in the back of the room, drinking a sip out of each one in turn.

When he finishes them, he comes back to the bar and orders three more.

The bartender approaches and tells the cowboy, “You know, a mug goes flat after I draw it.

“It would taste better if you bought one at a time.”

The cowboy replies, “Well, you see, I have two brothers.

“One is in Arizona, the other is in Colorado.

“When we all left our home in Texas, we promised that we’d drink this way to remember the days when we drank together. So I’m drinking one beer for each of my brothers and one for myself.”

The bartender admits

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that this is a nice custom, and leaves it there.

The cowboy becomes a regular in the bar, and always drinks the same way.

He orders three mugs and drinks them in turn.

One day, he comes in and only orders two mugs.

All the regulars take notice and fall silent.

When he comes back to the bar for the second round, the bartender says, “I don’t want to intrude on your grief, but I wanted to offer my condolences on your loss.”

The cowboy looks quite puzzled for a moment, then a light dawns in his eyes and he laughs.

“Oh, no, everybody’s just fine,” he explains.

“It’s just that my wife and I joined the Baptist Church and I had to quit drinking.”

“It hasn’t affected my brothers though.”

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