IT’S a bit like spelling out the bleeding obvious, but this election has been a strange one.
With pretty much everyone calling it for the LNP months ago it’s been a bit like waiting for the clock to wind down when one team is ahead by 40 points.
Whichever your political leanings you want your team to show a bit of ticker but locally it seems to have all been one way traffic.
Exit polling from the pre-poll booths last week showed the LNP was set to oust Labor’s Jason Hunt.
When voters have had enough it can be brutal.
perhaps it’s understandable, although it would be interesting if voters decided that now was the time for a change just as the LNP is swept to power. ‘Interesting’ is probably not how Mr Powell would describe it.
One observation from this newsroom is that the LNP have been the slicker of party machines when it comes to getting their message out about local issues.
Labor has pulled the trigger on plenty of big picture policies - free lunches anyone? - but aside from being fanciful, most people want to know about local ‘commitments’.
What are you doing for my neighbourhood?
It’s
In saying that not everybody is doing an early victory lap.
I’ve run into Andrew Powell quite a few times in the past month and each time ribbed him by suggesting he surely can’t lose from here.
Suffice to say he always gave me a look of disdain, refused to take the bait and walked off. Pretty funny.
The LNP holds Glass House by the slimmest of margins, so
Thus the LNP has been busy throwing money at road, sporting, school and kindy upgrades.
While the move to late last week assuage concerns over the Bruce Highway Alternative route ticked boxes for both Glass House around Elimbah and Pumicestone - no doubt helping LNP candidate Ariana Doolan along the way.
Labor might look back and think it could have handled that issue better. Even the way messages have been delivered has been different.
Phone calls to local newsrooms, media releases, regular contact... amplifying your message isn’t rocket science.
A quick Facebook post just doesn’t cut it. That’s my free advice for next time, which thankfully is a guaranteed four years away.
This week we give all the candidates equal space to deliver their final pitch in GC&M News ahead of Saturday’s vote (p10-11).
Please check it out and we hope it helps inform your decision, whichever way it goes.
Elsewhere in this edition I finally get off my chest an incident when I was lucky enough to have a quick break with friends. I kind of foisted myself on their holiday and one evening insisted on them taking me to a particular shrine and wouldn’t you know it but one of them broke their ankle on the way.
The question was, do they blame me? The answer was “No, no, no... yes!”. Whoops. (p16-17).
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MALENY Golf Club has earned high praise by winning two categories at the Queensland Golf Industry Awards and securing a finalist spot in another.
The awards were presented during a gala dinner at the Star Casino, Gold Coast, on October 10 attended by 400 guests.
Superintendent Mick McCombe received the 2024 Environment and Safety Management Award for his dedication to environmental stewardship. Penny Edwards was a finalist for Volunteer of the Year, while Max Whitten was named Board Member of the Year.
Mick thanked his staff, the Greens Committee, and volunteers for their contributions.
The club, one of just six globally to implement the Audubon Certification program, showcases how golf and the environment can work together.
Max reflected on his
election as Club President at the first AGM in 2000, when the club had no land or money, only a dream.
Fourteen years later, Mick became the club’s first employee, leading a volunteer team to transform Armstrong Farm into a nine-hole course by 2015.
The dream was fully realized in 2020 with the opening of the 18-hole course, renowned for its environmental design and community benefits.
Knife pulled outside IGA
Landsborough teens traumatised, 19-yearold arrested after alleged group assault
By Kirra Livingstone
WHAT started as an innocent walk to the local Landsborough IGA turned into a terrifying assault as a group of children were allegedly bashed and threatened with a knife by a 19-year-old.
A group of four teenagers and an 11-year-old child had been walking to the IGA to buy dinner at about 5.30pm on Friday, October 11.
The mother of two of the children, Rebecca Coffey, told GC&M News about how the alleged assault escalated from a misunderstanding.
at her”. She said the girl followed them and allegedly said “what are you laughing at” and kept following them to the IGA.
The eldest step sister told her to go away, which is when she started to yell and swear at them asking if she
phone. The 19-year-old was screaming at them saying he was going to attack them, Ms Coffey said.
Ms Coffey said her two children were traumatised by the event.
“It has really scared my kids, my son was the youngest in the group and he didn’t really know what to do,” she said.
“My son who is 11 and my daughter who is 14 were walking to the Landsborough IGA with their two step sisters, 14 and 16, and their male cousin who is 14,” she said.
Ms Coffey said the children were walking near the pub and “my son was being an idiot and they all laughed, and this lady thought they were laughing
said she was going to call her boyfriend. “This was when my daughter ran into IGA to get some help, and by that point the girl started hitting the 16-year-old step sister,” Ms Coffey alleged.
A group then drove into the IGA car park where it is alleged a 19-year-old threated a 14-year-old with a knife.
They were also understood to have assaulted him and stolen his
“Once the fight broke out, my daughter just hid until it was safe to come out.
“I won’t let my kids go out by themselves again, I was never comfortable with it in the first place, but definitely not now.”
Police said: “During the altercation, a man has allegedly assaulted a boy.”
“Police have since charged a 19-year-old Upper Coomera man with one count each of robbery armed/in company/wounded/used personal violence, assaults occasioning bodily harm whilst armed/in company, and commit public nuisance.”
Max Whitten, Penny Edwards and Mick McCombe.
NDIS clients upset after services are cancelled
Rally organised to protest changes after businesses forced to close
By Kirra Livingstone
LOCAL NDIS clients are organising a rally to protest changes that have forced the closure of some
and reduced
therapy options.
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) redefined supports earlier this month, removing services deemed ‘not evidence-based.’
These included childcare fees, wilderness therapy, and day-to-day living costs.
However, it also means that some clients who relied on alternative therapies no longer have access to these critical services. These therapies include animal therapy, art classes, and pre-packaged meals.
Landsborough father Mark Maitland said his son, Caelan, was one of the NDIS clients disadvantaged by the changes.
Caelan, 25, was diagnosed with autism before the age of two and struggles to communicate or care for himself.
Under the NDIS changes, Caelan can no longer access one of the therapies crucial to managing his daily life.
Mark declined to specify
which therapy.
“He will be losing out on a therapy that has proven effective for him, but is
been affected, including hinterland art class provider Freedom Studios, which is fighting to stay open.
and is awaiting a response from the NDIS.
“Hundreds of clients come in and out of our art classes,
therapy for them
3G Network shutdown October 28
THE Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is warning small and family businesses to act quickly before the 3G network shuts down on October 28.
Organizations have also
“I’ve seen the positive changes in people’s mental health, so taking it away changes.
Vital systems like EFTPOS terminals, security cameras, and medical devices that rely on 3G will cease functioning unless upgraded.
“Many businesses may not realise how much of their technology relies on 3G as the wireless communications link. Without action, they could face significant disruptions,” Billson said.
He urged businesses to assess and upgrade critical equipment such as payment devices, tracking tools, and remote sensors.
Billson also called on telecommunications providers to help raise awareness.
“Don’t wait until it’s too late. Check your tech now to avoid operational interruptions when 3G is switched off,” Billson advised.
Landsborough father and son, Mark and Caelan.
Beerwah News goes purple
By Sonia Isaacs
BEERWAH Newsagency
is the first business to back the Rotary Club of Glasshouse Country’s Domestic Violence (DV) awareness campaign by wearing specially designed purple shirts on Fridays Local organisations are encouraged to join the effort, which advocates against Domestic and Family Violence (DFV).
Rotary District Coordinator Eric Wood expressed his appreciation for the local support.
“It’s great to see businesses stepping up for such an important cause,” he said.
LNP says no to highway Opposition leader backs community group
By Sonia Isaacs
THE LNP has pledged to scrap two controversial highway routes proposed by the Labor Government if elected this weekend.
LNP leader David Crisafulli, along with Glass House MP Andrew Powell and Pumicestone LNP candidate Ariana Doolan, met with about 40 locals at Elimbah Soldiers Memorial Hall on October 18, reaffirming their commitment to abandoning the plans. Mr Crisafulli acknowledged the shock caused by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) announcement last
Beerwah Newsagency owner Les Townsend stressed the seriousness of the issue.
“DV is a significant problem in our community that can’t be solved by just throwing money at it,” he explained.
“Raising awareness is crucial, and we’re proud to support this.”
homes. “I know what’s been happening in the last 12 months; I’ve seen the fight and the spirit,” he said.
“Communities matter,
4 threatens to do.” He criticised the consultation process, calling it
force you to accept it. We will go back to the drawing board, but two things are non-negotiable: you will be listened to, and the proposed routes will not be on the table.”
The two routes, part of Stage 4 of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA), have faced strong opposition, with over 800 submissions and a petition of more than 9,000 signatures. TMR has not yet confirmed whether the routes will be scrapped, with an update expected by February 2025.
Mr Crisafulli reiterated that if elected, the LNP would abandon the routes and direct TMR to explore alternatives, aiming to give residents certainty before Christmas.
Resident Jason Smith expressed his satisfaction with the LNP’s support for the community, calling it “more than just selfservice.”
“Any identified future routes would need to minimise impacts on housing and agriculture and provide a long-term, sustainable solution that is generational proof,” he said.
Ariana Doolan, David Crisafulli MP, Andrew Powell MP, Jason Smith.
Grant, Gabby, Steve, Les and Eric support the Rotary Wear Purple on Friday DV awareness initiative.
Spring Fair fun for community
Beerwah Kindy hosts Spring Fair extravaganza
By Sonia Isaacs
THE Beerwah and District Kindergarten is excited to present its very first Spring Fair extravaganza at the Beerwah Sportsground this Saturday, October 26.
After months of preparation, this huge family-friendly event serves as a much-needed fundraiser for the Beerwah Kindy. Volunteer Ebony Eldred, from the Kindy fundraising committee, shared that although the committee is just a small group of parents, they had a big vision to create an exciting community event for everyone to enjoy, with proceeds going toward a fantastic cause.“We really wanted to put on something special for our hinterland
community, while also raising funds for our inclusion support program at the Kindy,” Ebony explained.
“It’s been a massive effort, but we’re so grateful to the many local businesses and organisations that have generously supported this event.”
Spanning two ovals at the sportsgrounds, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature fun rides, live entertainment, dance performances, demonstrations, food and market stalls, and even a car ‘Show and Shine’ display.
‘Bluey’ will make a special appearance, and the team from Mix FM will be broadcasting live. There will also be a trackless train along with roving
entertainment.The night will conclude with fireworks at 7 p.m. Free face painting and balloon twisting will be available in the tiny tots area, and families are encouraged to bring picnic blankets to relax on while enjoying delicious street food and sweet treats. Bar facilities will also be available on-site. You can also pre-purchase an unlimited ride armband online, which includes access to the giant slide, petting zoo, jumping castle, Sizzler ride, cupand-saucer ride, rock wall climb, and more! Location: 32 Sportsground Drive, Beerwah Entry: $2 per person, kids under 12 free. Tickets: events.humanitix. com/beerwah-spring-fair/ tickets
Sweet treats and food stalls, rides and live entertainment at the Spring Fair.
The Rare Orchid Distilling Co offers award-winning gin
By Kirra Livingstone
THE Rare Orchid Distilling Co in Landsborough opened its doors in mid-September, but even before they had a chance to serve patrons, the distillery won two Australian Gin Awards Owner Jamie Jones said he was blown away that his product achieved recognition at the National Gin awards. The Still Working orange-flavoured gin won Best Classic Dry Gin in Queensland and List of Two Doos won silver for Best Comtemporary Gin
“We try and do everything as best as we can—the best coffee, best fit-out, and what I consider the best still,” Jamie said.
“When I found out, I was really stoked. It’s great for me, but how great is it for our local community too.”
Jamie started the business after a postCOVID-19 lockdown interest turned into a true passion. “I left a dream job in Sydney when we moved up to the Sunshine Coast for my wife’s new job opportunity, and once COVID hit and I was staying at home, I thought,
‘What’s next?’” he said.“I successfully completed a course in distilling from the International Brewers and Distillers Association (IBD) based in London.
“I learned all the basics, and then I got interested, so I started on this self-awareness journey: What is it all about? How do you do it?
There are various tutorials online.” The Rare Orchid Distilling Co is unique in its own right, as Jamie uses a still from Holland, different from a run-ofthe-mill still. “An inventor and businessman from
Holland set up a company called iStill, and I went to Europe and completed his distilling diploma at an intensive hands-on distilling workshop,” he said. “The technology with the copper stills hasn’t changed in 200-odd years. “He has revolutionised a new kind of distilling and has made a smaller, mobile still out of stainless steel.” The distillery is located at 7/35 Lenco Crescent, Landsborough. To book an appointment to sip their delicious gin on Friday and Saturday from 12–7 pm call 0477 219 144.
Wellness centre pledge Upgrade vow
CALOUNDRA MP Jason Hunt has announced a $300,000 investment to build a Wellness Centre at Beerwah State High School, contingent on his re-election this month.
The school’s P&C and Principal Lyn McDonald have long been advocating for a centre to support students’ health and mental
well-being. The centre will assist students dealing with social and emotional challenges, helping them cope with everyday stress, work productively, and develop resilience.
The Wellness Centre will be professionally staffed, providing a supportive environment that caters to the psychological, social, physical, and cognitive needs of students. The investment builds on the funding previously allocated to the school by the Miles Labor Government, which recently delivered an upgraded industrial design and tech building.
Across the Sunshine Coast, Labor has invested more than $800 million in the maintenance and construction of new and improved school infrastructure.
“I am so proud to make this commitment,” Jason Hunt said. “Beerwah SHS is an incredible community, and they deserve top-notch facilities. This will be the school’s first Wellness Centre since its opening in the 1960s—something future generations will benefit from. “Only Labor is investing in the future, ensuring our kids get the best start in life.”
Maleny Montville intersection upgrade promise
THE LNP has pledged $7 million to upgrade the intersection at Landsborough Maleny Road and Maleny Montville Road, aiming to improve safety for motorists in Maleny, Montville, and the Blackall Range if elected next month. LNP Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, said the project would benefit locals, tourists, and commercial traffic. “This investment will ensure taxpayer money is used
wisely,” Powell stated. “The upgrade will make it safer and quicker for everyone to get home or to holiday destinations. Residents are frustrated by these dangerous intersections.”
Long-time Maleny resident Chris Maylor welcomed the news. “The community has been asking for action on this intersection for quite some time,” Mr Maylor said.
Mr Powell added that voters could ensure these
upgrades and a “Fresh Start” for Queensland by voting LNP on October 26. “This election offers a Fresh Start with the LNP’s vision for Queensland’s future,” he said.
Award-winning distiller, Jamie Jones.
Andrew Powell MP promises upgrade.
Jason Hunt MP with BSHS leaders and Principal McDonald.
Karl S. Williams
AWARD-winning multiinstrumentalist Karl S. Williams played to an appreciative audience last Thursday October 17 at the Maleny Community Centre. Featuring beautifully stripped-back versions of songs from his 2014 debut album Heartwood as well as more recent compositions, Karl demonstrated the power and poignancy of his considerable song writing talents.
the least known yet most audacious Australian adventures of the 20th
lm follows the 1965 expedition led by Warwick Deacock, a former President
of the Maleny Community Centre, as a group of men climbed Australia’s highest mountain, the icebound active volcano of Big Ben on sub-Antarctic Heard Island. An inspiring evening!
Jenny, Sarah and Marie.Faith and film maker Michael.
Linda, Wayne and Mim.Linda and Dennis.
Emily N, Kitty D, Cat L and Tyler I.
Jessica R, Karl and David B.
Karen and Spencer Shaw
Sarah and David Bongjorno
Tara, Tina and Bec.
Adrian, Jan and Stan.
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Peta Higgs
The Greens
Whether it’s Labor or the LNP, they’ve taken us for granted. For years, Labor and the LNP have let big corporations and rich investors rip us off and pocket massive profits.
Just in Queensland, Labor and LNP have taken $25.3 million in donations from big corporations in the last decade, so of course they will never stand up for regular Queenslanders.
Labor and the LNP are on a unity ticket when it comes to approving 38 new coal mines and 3,600 new gas wells. They are both planning to open up 37 more coal mines and thousands more gas wells, making climate disasters worse. The old political parties aren’t meeting the needs of our communities and people are being left behind. The Greens are the only party with a real vision to fix the climate crisis and make sure everyone has what they need to live a good life. Everyday people are struggling and we need bold policies that work for them, not big corporations.
The Greens have a plan
to stop new coal and gas mines and build 100% renewable and 100% publicly owned energy infrastructure for Queensland by 2030. We’ll abolish private energy retailers who inflate your energy bills and we’ll stop public power companies from acting like profithungry corporations.
Our plan will put public energy infrastructure back in public hands and make it serve the public again — saving the average household over $500 every year. We’ll make those big mining companies pay their fair share and use that money to fully fund public schools, public hospitals and public transport. We’ll build 100,000 homes that real people can afford to rent or buy. We’ll cap essential grocery prices and bring in a public bank to keep interest rates low.
The Greens don’t take donations from corporations. I want change for people and planet — and the Greens have a plan to get us there.
Jason Hunt
Australian Labor Party
Well it’s almost time for the big day! It’s been a massive week and a half on prepoll and I’ve really enjoyed being out on the booths talking to locals in Caloundra and the Hinterland. I’ve also found the time to make some big commitments – we’ve promised that myself and a re-elected Miles Labor Government will deliver a Satellite Hospital for the Sunshine Coast, $100,000 to the Beerwah Golf Club for fertigation works, $100,000 to the Beerwah Bulldogs for upgrades, and $300,000 to Beerwah State High School for a Wellness Centre.
The amazing folks at the Beerwah High P&C and Principal Lyn McDonald have been asking for this for some time, so I’m incredibly excited about this announcement. As this community knows, this term I delivered every one of my election commitments that I made in the 2020 Election including the mighty Bells Creek Arterial Road, a new police Station for Aura, the Beerwah/Peachester road lights, a new playground
Alison McMasters Legalise Cannabis Queensland Party
I am hearing that voters in Queensland are disconnected from politics— disgruntled with the major parties—and are looking for change.
People from all walks of life, who support legalisation, are speaking out from the privacy of the ballot box.
There are already five Legalise Cannabis MPs elected in three other states. Now cannabis consumers in Queensland have a viable alternative in the Legalise Cannabis Queensland (LCQ) Party.
Cannabis oil from the black market saved my life, at a huge risk to both myself and my supplier. The consequences, had we been caught, would have
spelt the end for both of us. Despite legalisation, it still remains a high risk for some patients.
Legal products are too expensive or not potent enough to change a cancer diagnosis from terminal to remission, as it did in my case. Cannabis has never been a ‘one-size-fits-all’ medicine.
This is why patients need access to appropriate cultivars they can grow at home, not just generic oils, and flower with varying ratios of THC to CBD.
Legalising cannabis responsibly under the LCQ’s Three Stage Implementation Plan will enable that and eventually bring state-based revenue to improve the lives of all Queenslanders, rather
than just lining the pockets of the criminal sector.
By putting me at number one, it sends a message from you, the voter, to the incoming government that the people want cannabis to be a choice for both medicinal and recreational use.
LCQ outlines the most cannabis friendly parties in order at lcqparty.org, but the choice is ultimately up to the voter. If I am not elected, voters will have two bites of the election cherry, when their vote moves on in the preference flow. If I were to win the seat of Caloundra, my door would always be open for every constituent.
Polling Day locations - Saturday October 26, 2024
Question: Why should people vote for you on Saturday?
and tuckshop for Beerwah State school, and more. When I make a promise to this community I keep it. Our promises are funded –this government increased the royalties that mining companies pay so we could fund these projects and give back more to you in cost of living relief like $1000 off your energy bills, 50c fares, and the 20% Rego discount.
I think it’s only fair that Queenslanders get back their fair share of profits from our Queensland resources. The LNP want to cut these royalties meaning billions in lost revenue. So I wonder – how do they plan to fund their promises?
David Crisafulli continues to promise to tax less and deliver a balanced budget.
The only way the LNP can deliver David Crisafulli’s reckless promises is to cut.
When David Crisafulli was a senior member of Campbell Newman’s cabinet, the LNP cut 4400 health workers across Queensland including more than 81 frontline health staff in the Sunshine Coast area.
Kendall Morton
Liberal National Party
Ask yourself this question - is life getting better or worse after a decade of the Palaszczuk/Miles Labor Government?
Right now, crime is out of control, ambulance ramping is at record highs, housing shortages are driving up rents and the cost of living is rising faster than the rest of Australia. I know how tough people are doing it and I know what’s it’s like to be parenting and working in 2024. I am asking for your support on Saturday 26 October so that I can deliver a Fresh Start for Caloundra and a Fresh Start for Queensland.
I have spent a year door knocking and calling people in this community, and I know the LNP’s priorities are your priorities. What I have heard time and time again, is that people are sick of traffic congestion, youth crime and cost-of-living; and nothing being done about it.
If the LNP are elected later this month, my top priority will be to work in an LNP Government who are completely focused on fixing these issues. As part of the
Mike Jessop Independent
1. Rent regulation - both commercial domestic according to capital expenditure 2. Prison reform to the Scandinavian model 3. Planning and development reform with automatic Motel / Backpacker Automatic Rezoning / Material Change of Use Planning Permission for the Homeless. 4. Gambling Reform restricting ‘Gaming’ Lounge Opening hours 5. Cost of Government Reform - starting with the abolition of business rates 6. Tax Reform electronic eTax to replace all other forms of taxation.
As an ex landlord I well understand how to address the lack of availability of affordable business and residential accommodation
in QLD in general and Caloundra in particular.
The current prison system is a waste of human resource and trap for reoffending.
Domestic Violence guilty until proven innocent reform - for civil allegations such as domestic violence there should be civil penalties e.g. fine or compensation - not criminal penalty e.g .for sending SMS txt msg or email which you can be jailed for!?
The prisons are currently 80% full with domestic violence offenders because of the current DV legislation which is a band-aid on a sticking plaster. 90% of domestic violence cases are more likely to be the result of jealous and vindictive
Crisafulli LNP team we have The Right Plan for Queensland’s future, and this includes: Safety where you live, through stronger laws like Adult Crime, Adult Time and gold standard early intervention.
Health services when you need them, by axing Labor’s Patients’ Tax, a tax which doctors have said will end bulk billing and make GP visits more expensive.
Respect for your money by stopping Labor’s expensive budget blowouts which are pushing up costs for families.
A place to call home, by abolishing stamp duty on new builds for first home buyers.
A government that works for you by addressing challenges for the long term, not band-aid solutions at election time.
The only way to achieve this change is to vote for it, and I am asking for your support on Saturday 26 October so that we can deliver a Fresh Start for Caloundra and future proof this end of the coast.
behaviour than actual physical violence.
As a modern political candidate I will employ modern means of two way communication to contact an elected representative and talk about shaping policy. If members of public have any questions or a workable solutions - or I can be of help - contact me via facebook at MikeWhigparty, twitter: MikeWhigparty or video conference.
As a business owner with 37 year business experience in both Macro and Micro businesses, you can be sure I will address the imperative to reduce bureaucracy and taxation that hinder and stunt business activity so severely.
Adam Farr
One Nation
A Stronger Queensland for Everyone Glass House Voters, as we approach this election, we stand at a crossroads. The decisions we make today will shape our state for generations to come. Adam Farr and One Nation is here to offer a vision grounded in common sense, integrity, and the needs of our communities.
If elected, I will:
1. Put Queensland First by prioritising Queenslanders’ interests over political elites and external influences. Our policies focus on local solutions tailored to our unique communities.
2. Economic Resilience by fostering job creation through support for small businesses and local industries. My plan includes reducing unnecessary red tape, allowing entrepreneurs to thrive.
3. Empowering Communities with Grassroots decision-making. Local voices will be heard and valued. Investment in local infrastructure will create jobs and improve our quality of life.
4. Safe and Secure Queensland by advocating for stronger law enforcement to keep our communities safe. Our policies will focus on tackling crime and supporting victims.
5. Education and Health by committing to improving our education system by ensuring funding goes directly to classrooms and teachers and enhancing healthcare services, especially in rural and underserved areas, to ensure every Queenslander has access to quality care.
6. Sustainable Development by supporting responsible resource management and sustainable practices that respect our environment while boosting our economy.
Together, we can build a Queensland that works for everyone. Your voice matters. Vote for Adam Farr, One Nation Candidate for Glass House and let’s create a future that reflects the true spirit of our state— strong, united, and resilient.
Andrew McLean
The Greens
I’m sick of politicians with a small vision of how the world is, so I ran for the last state election and am back again to speak truth to power.
Have you ever tried to meet with an MP? The major parties’ way of doing politics doesn’t work for everyday people. They don’t listen. They don’t want to listen. The Greens are different. We’re a grassroots, people-powered movement — and as your MP I’ll be all about empowering our community, not just doing tick-and-flick consultation.
I run a housing not-forprofit and in my former life, I was a mechanic, a youth worker and a pastor. I’ve had a varied career but it’s all been about helping people and loving my community.
I joined the Greens because they don’t take corporate donations. Big corporations don’t give money from the goodness of their hearts. They do it to buy outcomes. Just in Queensland, Labor and LNP have taken $25.3 million in
Question: Why should people vote for you on Saturday?
donations from big corporations in the last decade, so of course they will never stand up for regular Queenslanders.
I’m an environmentalist who lives my values.
But you can’t protect the environment without challenging toxic and destructive economic structures.
If you elect me, I’ll fight for you, our community and a fair go.
The Greens will make those big corporations pay their fair share and use that money to fully fund public schools, public hospitals and public transport.
We’ll build 100,000 homes that real people can afford to rent or buy.
We’ll cap essential grocery prices and bring in a public bank to keep interest rates low.
Every time the Government tries to screw over renters and mortgage holders, or line the pockets of mining companies, I’ll be there fighting back.
Remember: nothing changes if nothing changes.
Andrew Powell Liberal National Party
Being a member of Parliament is an extraordinary privilege. I have never taken it for granted and seek your vote to continue to serve you.
I will work as part of a cohesive LNP team with the right plan and a fresh start for Queensland and to end Labor’s reign of crises.
Over the past fifteen years, I’ve worked tirelessly to upgrade our local infrastructure, enhancing our community’s safety and accessibility.
Labor have let our community down time and time again and nothing will change unless we change the government by voting 1 LNP.
I want to see further improvements, particularly at the intersection of Maleny-Landsborough and Maleny-Montville Road, where we have secured $7 million in funding towards essential safety upgrades.
This project, along with others, will be a priority under a Crisafulli LNP Government.
We will also deliver the long-overdue rail upgrade
to Beerwah, extending the service to Maroochydore.
This crucial infrastructure project will not only improve public transport access but will also include a dedicated bike and footpath between Glasshouse Mountains and Beerwah, encouraging healthier, active modes of transportation.
We’ve also committed to protecting Maleny’s Dark Sky status, ensuring our region maintains its unique environmental character. And, just in time for another fire season, we’ve pledged to fast track the rollout of digital fire signs, starting with the towns that currently have no signage at all – Mooloolah Valley and Glasshouse Mountains.
An LNP Government will address our cost of living, crime, housing and health crises – for more details please see /therightplan Our community needs a Fresh Start and the LNP has the Right Plan to deliver it. Only changing the government with a vote for the LNP will deliver change for Glass House.
Timothy Hallcroft Legalise Cannabis Queensland Party Humphrey Caspersz Australian Labor Party
I come from a family that has struggled with real problems and real life. I have worked hard to get to where I am and do not take this for granted. Through out the last month or so, talking to people about the way things on the coast and Queensland, it is clear that people want trust more than anything else from the Government.
The forced shut down of the legitimate vape industry has seen myself return back to construction and with the closure of my shop, have seen first hand how the Government has failed the people and not listened to the true facts but have gone on their own volition to implement a now failed policy.
Yes this is the Federal government I am speaking of but this has a roll on effect in to State Government as well. It is clear that at least 90% of all the workers, employees and contractors I have spoken to are not happy with the two major parties.
I aim to bring a nonbiased, non-judgemental, factual based approach to parliament if I am elected. One thing that life has taught me is that integrity and honesty does bring respect and that is how I will always be in life. I know that some of the decisions that need to be made will be hard and not everyone will be happy with the outcome but in the state of disrepair that we the Queensland
people are in these hard calls will need to be made.
Rest assured Legalise Cannabis Queensland does not take donations from big corporate or any entity, which gives us the ability to put the Queensland people first and foremost above all. This gives us a unique perspective on what needs to be done. We will create new industry and new jobs driving Queensland into the future. The one thing that stands out with LCQ party is that all members are people who understand the difficulties of life and are living it the same as everyone else so please consider a new party that knows real life.
As a father of four, I understand the cost of living pressures on families in the Glasshouse electorate, which is why I’m proud to be part of the Miles Labor Government team which is delivering record relief for Queenslanders.
In my many conversations with the people of Glasshouse, they are telling me the $1000 power rebate, 20 per cent of rego and 50 cent fares are making a big difference to household budgets.
Only Labor can be trusted on cost of living measures, the LNP will cut them. The LNP will also cut health services on the Sunshine Coast to help pay for its $17 billion in unfunded election promises.
David Crisafulli has committed to a balanced budget at the same time as reducing tax, leaving the LNP no choice but to cut.
Detailed modelling shows that across the Sunshine Coast area, the services at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital and more than 958 health jobs are at risk under a David Crisafulli Government.
The Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line will be a gamechanger for the Sunshine Coast.
A gamechanger that only a Labor Government will deliver. The LNP’s alternative is unfunded and the experts say unachievable. What scares me most about the potential for an LNP
government is the plan it has to abolish women’s reproductive rights.
The Miles Labor Government has made its stance on women’s reproductive rights perfectly clear – we will never make abortion a criminal offence again.
It’s a great privilege to be a candidate in this election. And I make this promise, if elected I will fight for you every day, listen and act on your concerns about cost of living, support record health investment, get the Sunshine Coast Rail Line delivered and protect women’s reproductive rights. Don’t risk LNP cuts. Vote Labor.
River School gears up for Spring Fair
THE River School’s annual Spring Fair returns this Saturday, October 26, offering a familyfriendly day of activities, entertainment, and food in the heart of the school’s picturesque rainforest setting.
Running from 10am to 2pm, the popular event promises a vibrant mix of community spirit and creativity, with a variety of hands-on activities for all ages.
Fair-goers can try their hand at beading necklaces or creating gel artwork, enjoy face painting, and test out circus toys.
Those looking for something more
adventurous can get involved in the slime stall or join the paint bomb splat activity.
Live music and performances from students and local talent will be featured throughout the day, enhancing the fair’s lively atmosphere.
Food stalls will offer healthy lunch options, homemade lemonade, and treats such as popcorn and strawberry ice cream.
This year’s Spring Fair also features a mega raffle, with over $8,000 worth of prizes on offer thanks to local businesses.
Nine prize packs are up for grabs, with raffle tickets priced at $4 each or three
for $10.
“The Spring Fair is a beautiful community event, and we strive to provide a fun and affordable day for families,” said P&F President Nyssa Tati.
Parking at the school is limited, with shuttle buses running from Maleny Showgrounds and Palm Street Depot starting at 9.45 am for a gold coin donation. Activity bands cost $10.
Attendees are encouraged to bring cash as EFTPOS services may be unreliable. For more information, contact the River School P&F Committee via email at pfcommittee@riverschool. com.au or phone Alana on 0411 115 141.
Big Blue table at GH tavern
By Kirra Livingstone
GLASS House Mountains resident, Monique Rigoni, hosted a Big Blue Table event at the Glasshouse Tavern on October 12, to raise money for Beyond Blue.
This year, Beyond Blue has had 4313 Big Blue Table hosts register their individual fundraiser events, and so far have raised $221,931. There were raffle tickets for sale, an auction, and games to stimulate conversation about mental health.
Monique has raised $553 so far according to
fighting the stigma of mental health, visit www. bigbluetable.com.au/ monique-rigoni to help Monique reach her goal of $3000.
Maleny Aux fundraiser
By Kirra Livingstone
THE Maleny Hospital Auxiliary is once again hosting their annual Melbourne Cup Fundraiser, this year on Tuesday November 5 at the Maleny Hotel.
Ticket sale proceeds go to the Maleny Hospital Auxiliary, with limited ticket numbers available. There will be prizes for best dressed, best hat and best fascinator, as well as sweeps and fundraising raffles. Tickets include a glass of sparkling and deluxe canapes on arrival,
Call-out to youth change makers
ARE you aged 16 to 24 and passionate about creating change? The Sunshine Coast Council’s Young Leaders Academy is calling for applications before Monday, November 4.
This year-long program aims to develop future leaders by offering monthly workshops on leadership and community engagement. Sunshine Coast Council Strong Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said the Young Leaders Academy was one way Council was connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.
and is $25 per person.
To buy tickets for this luxurious event for a good cause, book via the Maleny Hotel website. kirra@gcnews.com.au
“It is important that Council understands what’s important to young people as well as the challenges and opportunities for this significant population group, which holds the key to our future,” Cr Law said. For more details, visit the
will be heaps to enjoy at this weekend’s River School Annual Spring Fair
Display at Glasshouse Tavern.
Maleny Hospital Aux ladies looking stylish.
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Mooloolah walking group update
Contributed by Robyn McFarlane
SPRING is here and the Mooloolah Walkers are enjoying their regular morning works. An initiative of the National Heart Foundation, the group has been walking together for 20 years.
One of the original members, Helen Weil, has taken her last Mooloolah walk before she and her husband Dave recently
left Mooloolah Valley to move to Moore Park, near Bundaberg. Starting at 6.30 am and finishing by 7.30am, Helen made time to fit in the walk before dashing home to shower and breakfast before heading to the school where she worked as a teacher before her retirement.
Helen was awarded the National and Queensland Heart Foundation 2015 Golden Shoe Award
Step up for homelessness
Contributed By
Melissha
Kaese
IN a collaborative effort, Street Up, the Caloundra Community Centre, and Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre hosted an educational event aimed at addressing the stigmas and challenges surrounding homelessness. Held at the Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre on Monday, October 14, the gathering brought together various community groups, including the Salvation Army, local church groups, non-profits, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Glass House Mountains RSL, among others.
in recognition of her commitment to the local walking group. Helen said that “there is always someone to walk beside and chat to as the walkers string out at their own pace,and she has made many good friends over the years.”
Mooloolah Group Coordinator Annie Hicks explained that everyone was welcome. “You don’t have to be a fast walker, and you don’t have to walk every time, or even the whole hour,” She said.
“We choose a variety of routes, and it’s a great way to meet others in the community. Then twice a month we continue for coffee at the Jones Street Kitchen immediately after the walk.”
Annie explained that Heart Foundation Walking is Australia’s largest free walking network and provides a simple, safe and social way to exercise. Annie said new members are always welcome. Anyone interested can just turn up at the shelter at Martin Rungert Park on Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 6.30 am.
Annie can be contacted on 0401 161 731.
Morris House free food and pantry help
Contributed By Jan Stevenson
MORRIS House
Caloundra Community Centre team leader Jody Blackburn said that initiatives like Street Up bring a crucial voice of lived experience to the conversation on homelessness.
“Gatherings like these invite our community to collaborate on solutions and help raise awareness about homelessness,” she said.
Discussions focused on the struggles faced by those experiencing homelessness, including the lack of secure places to stay and the barriers to accessing limited support services. Irene and Jacqui from Street Up highlighted the severe hardships that come with not having a employment, healthcare, and social inclusion.
The session concluded with a unified commitment to continue working together to improve support systems, reduce stigmas, and create more inclusive pathways to housing for all members of
Neighbourhood Centre Landsborough has well stocked pantries and freezers with a variety of free foods available. If you need help, call in and see us 9am-2pm Monday-Friday, everyone welcome.
We also have some vouchers available and can do PBS prescriptions if urgent. Our panties and freezers are stocked by donations from Anglican Food bank, Seventh day Adventist Church and Woolworths supermarket.
We sincerely thank these
Contributed by Toni Hinton, Range Care
ON the 8th of November Blackall Range Care Group will be holding their Annual General Meeting at their Flaxton Office.
Since its beginnings in 1986, RangeCare has had a strong commitment to providing an exceptional level of care to vulnerable members of our the local community. First established at Flaxton, on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, RangeCare has now expanded its service offering to encompass the Sunshine Coast as well as the Gympie and Cooloola Coast Regions. RangeCare is driven by the desire to help individuals live independent and purposeful lives at home, and they do this by demonstrating kindness, empathy, and compassion
Range Care’s upcoming AGM next month
2024/25 committee to be voted in
soon
through their wide variety of services including nursing care, domestic assistance, social support, meal deliveries, technology support, wellness programs, minor home and garden maintenance, plus day and overnight respite. If you are interested in learning more about RangeCare or if you would like to attend
Walking group coordinator Annie Hicks with original member Helen Weil.
Mel, Helen, Jacqui, Irene and Jody.
Day centre client with team member in vege garden.
Montville & Mapleton
Spooky season is among
By Kirra Livingstone
Spooky Hollow Haunted History Museum in
officially creaked open its doors on October 17, offering one of Australia’s first haunted history museums, full of real artefacts from around the world from some of the darkest periods of history.
Montville local Cameron Bayliss has been working professionally as a Medium and Psychic for 14 years, touring Australia’s most haunted locations, including jails, asylums and cemeteries.
After many years of helping people reconnect with loved ones who have passed and doing shows across the country, he wanted to fulfil his lifelong dream of opening a haunted history museum.
“I’ve been for 14 years, touring Australia, doing shows and events, seen over 100,000 clients offering spiritual guidance, grief counselling, helping people get through tough times in their life,” he said.
“Living with the dead from a very young age, I’ve
always been able to see, hear, feel, people on the other side.
“I’ve been doing history and ghost tours around Australia, so I thought I’m going to bring it all into one place.”
The museum features a haunted hollywood section, a room with medieval torture devices, a true crime room, a gallery as well as various haunted history items, ensuring there is something for everyone.
“I would like people to come in because they’ve got an interest in the history, or the paranormal, learning something that they may not know or see something that they love or are passionate about,” Cameron
“Some people like the bone room or the horrible history of 1945 Germany; they might like the personal stories in the Victorian room.
“Or they may have a fascination with true crime, serial killers like Jack the Ripper, Jeffrey Dahmer, or the electric chair.”
Cameron said his favourite piece in the museum is related to the kidnapping of Charley Ross,
when I see it’ type of a guy and not much freaks me out, but that freaked me out”. The Spooky Hollow Haunted History Museum
museum open to the public. Private tours and special events are advertised on the Spooky Hollow Facebook page. The museum is open Thursday to Monday from to the nature and content within Spooky Hollow. For more information, please visit the facebook page at: facebook.com/ spookyhollowtours.
Owner of Spooky Hollow Museum, Cameron Bayliss.
We stayed at the Mama Beach Residence, tucked into a corner of the island and just a 10-minute stroll from the main centre. It was great value at $120 a night for a unit with a balcony and sweeping bay views.
Thailand’s Ko Phi Phi Don island offers visitors the best of
By Mitch Gaynor
WOULD my friend have broken her leg if I hadn’t flown
Would she and her husband have cancelled their upcoming European holiday, flown back to Australia in a cast, both caught COVID and been hospitalised with near-fatal
symptoms? Before this, would her husband have lost his wedding ring in the pristine waters of Maya Bay while taking me on a sightseeing tour they’d already been on? Did I unintentionally ruin their year-long international holiday of a lifetime?
Probably. But honestly, I’d likely cause the same chaos again if it meant spending time exploring the glorious
with Singapore Airlines— and how simple it is to get around.
Arriving in the early evening in Phuket, we stayed at the budget but stunning Memory at On On in the Old Town.
It’s the oldest hotel on the island, and with its colonial Sino-Portuguese architecture, it exudes historical elegance. It’s perhaps best known for hosting Leonardo DiCaprio when he was filming The
SINCLAIR TOUR & TRAVEL
Rassada Pier and you’re bundled into a speedboat for an hour-long trip to Ko Phi Phi Don, the main island of Thailand’s Ko Phi Phi archipelago.
We glide into the bay between soaring limestone cliffs and over crystal-clear turquoise waters, with the natural beauty only slightly disrupted by the Burger King restaurant greeting us as we disembark.
It’s a minor concern, though, and soon we’re in
the thick of Thai-style island
which is true to a degree. There is budget accommodation, bars aplenty, nightly Muay Thai fights and a busy hum throughout the hawker centre.
However, there are equally mid to luxury options for travellers wanting
Here you can spend your days lounging under the shade of trees overlooking the bay, enjoying a massage in a beachside cabana, or ordering a cocktail and snacks at the beachside bar. It ticks the boxes for value, location and has an excellent buffet breakfast as well. But it’s the staff that make
Longtail boats positioned around Ko Phi Phi Don (main); The team from Mama Beach Residence (insets).
the island for over 30 years, is always up for a chat.
Phi Phi when the Boxing Day tsunami struck—20 years ago this December— surviving because he was on the second storey of his property at the time.
pointing to safe spots in case of another tsunami.
We stayed for a week— long enough, but potentially too short as you slowly adjust to the island vibe.
On leaving, Angelo helpfully organises a taxi in Phuket for the hour-long drive to the airport.
The driver takes one look at me and says I look like an actor—“Someone in James Bond, no?” I text my friends the good news. Annoyingly, my friends are later ‘evacuated’ and use the same driver.
“You look like an actor, Chris Hemsworth, no?” the driver says. You’re kidding right? Give me a break.
Antarctica: the last continent
By Jacinta Blundell
Hello World Travel
WITHIN the world of travellers, Antarctica is often the last frontier of unlocking the world, being the final piece to their travelling to all seven continents puzzle.
I know this was the case for me, and eight years later, I cannot tell if Antarctica was the most amazing place in the world because it was literally my last puzzle piece, or because of the sheer differences to every other continent on the planet! It is very hard when people say where is your
favourite place in the world, not to immediately blurt out Antarctica and go into an entire story of no people, amazing wildlife, no technology and the natural peace that settles over you in such a pristine pocket of a busy planet. Based on that, I feel the love affair that everyone has after returning from this special continent is based on just that - they too have felt that peace.
As more suppliers branch into this part of the world, more questions need answering as to which traveller suits what mould - and that is where an
Can I be involved if there are Scientists onboard conducting experiments on the Continent?
Can I travel from New Zealand / Australia or it is easier to get there from Argentina?
experienced Travel Advisor comes to life.
Some of the questions we often get asked include - Do I get to do landings, or just a scenic cruise to the area?
If I get to land, how often and how?
Do I need special equipment?
If I am adventurous, can I explore by kayak, helicopter, SUP board, camping or even by submarine, and do I get to do a polar plunge?
When I am onboard the ship, do I have access to Expedition guides to assist me to learn about the destination we are about to
So many options and these are just to name a short few!
Then the biggest question: When is the best time to go?
Wildlife is the most compelling reason to visit this white world, and like every David Attenboroughesk moment - every month during the Summer season will bring another natural event unfolding before your eyes. Whether it’s at the start of the season and penguins are arriving after months at sea to find a mate, or the successful birthing of a chic, or the predators that rely
influx of birds, penguins and seals in this natural world to make the epic ocean trek worthwhile. This is a world a human has no say, and is a mere observer.
Outside of the nature, the historical human race to the pole and spectacular rescue stories that ensue, engage you in the moment as you head across the strait on your own exploration - although over 100 years later, an Expedition ship has certainly increased its facilities to ensure you are enjoying the journey to the finest level of which you have chosen.
Are you ready to take on the adventure? We would love to talk to you! Call Jacinta on 0438 951 766 or email jacinta.blundell@ helloworldtravel.com.au
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Enviro records
I’m comparing Qld LNP and Labor Parties’ record of protecting the natural world – the one we got for free and pass on to our children. It is intricately connected with our health and our economy.
The SEQ Forest Agreement (1999-2024) saw thousands of hectares of native forests transferred to National Parks. Since 2015 Labor has added about 2M hectares to the Protected Estate.
This was done because on-ground research revealed that many ecosystems and species, including koalas and gliders, are ‘endangered’. Extinction is forever. The LNP opposed this at every step.
Labor in 1999 and 2018 legislated the Vegetation Management Act to reduce tree clearing on freehold land.
The LNP opposed this loudly. Labor reduced clearing to some extent and is now constructively engaging with landowners. It is a difficult area to administer without cooperation.
The LNP and their media much prefer conflict over quietly solving problems.
Qld Labor is a leader in its planning, consulting, working with scientists, industry, investors, communities to transform our economy from fossil fuels to renewables.
It is complex work to find the least costly technically available energy mix and then make it happen. Labor has faced up to the difficulty of addressing extreme weather and agricultural loss caused by global warming. It has collaborated with industry, kept State ownership in the mix and where there are royalties ensured they are fair.
Deloitte Access Economics reports that as Qld meets the 75 per cent emissions reduction target (by 2035) we will have 87,000 more jobs.
85 per cent of those jobs are in the regions. Much of this relies on private investment. The LNP and Coalition throwing out ideas about gas, coal and nuclear are creating uncertainty, which is the killer of investment.
Queensland needs a government that respects science and drives the change from high emitting centralised coal-fired energy to decentralised zones with cheaper renewables and new industries.
Gillian Pechey Maleny
A sad state of affairs
Those of us born and bred in Australia did not cause the state of affairs in the Middle East. Our Federal parliament, on behalf of said Australians, has offered sanctuary and our way of life to people from every corner of the globe, who chose to apply to live here. Therefore, it is an affront to Australians, past and present, when new residents bring their problems and negative values to our shores. It is an affront, when these people expect our Parliament to become embroiled in the strife of other nations and “do something”. It is even a greater affront, when our elected Federal Representatives dare to publicly judge the moral rectitude of factions in Middle Eastern affairs that are not our national responsibility.
History in the Middle East did not begin on 7 October, 2023.
The current state of affairs in the Middle East began when some bloke in Austria, over a century ago, decided that after 2 000 years the Jewish people should have a homeland. Then a British bloke, named Balfour, meddled in the political pudding. Neither Britain nor the United States wanted
to accept the people reviled by Hitler after World War 2. So they ended up in the poorly natural resourced nation of Palestine. Possibly to appease the guilt and for political/economic benefit, Western world powers supported the development of the nation of Israel. So, since the mid-twentieth century, Palestinians have been displaced from their homes, year after year.... and the Western World calls their efforts to retain their homeland, values and way of life “terrorism”.
If you’re not into history books and deep thought, read a potted version of this history on Wikipedia, and see if you can find any moral, ethical correlation between what was, and what the USA and Peter Dutton are purporting.
L.M.M.
Landsborough
Connect the dots
In response to letters October 8, let me spell out in simple terms why the events of October 7th are relevant to my opinion of the Greens party.
Greens leader Adam Brandt and Deputy Leader Mehreen Faruqi continue to refuse to condemn Hamas and Hezbollah, both declared terrorist organisations.
This leadership continues to overtly support anti Israel demonstrations from school children to extremists.
I fail to understand the values of the Greens when they refuse to condem the rape, torture, kidnapping, sexual mutilation and slaughter of innocents carried out by Hamas. They appear to have taken on the
mantle of the prime driver of anti-semitism.
Faruqi’s website is sickly in self-praise of her antiracism policies yet fails to declare that this in no way appears to apply if you are an Australian Jew!
The Greens are chasing the extremist vote and poison of the radical mosques and hate preachers of Western Sydney. Your platitude that “diversity is a wonderous thing deserving respect and tolerance” has no place in the face of terrorism and anti-semitism. This so-called “diversity” will never be part of my world and millions of other decent Australians.
There can be no “peace and understanding” when the sworn objectives of Iran and its proxies are the destruction of Israel and the death of all Jews.
Iran is within months of developing nuclear weapons.
Should it pass on to its proxies and there will be no so-called “peace and understanding”, simply “goodnight Israel”.
Israel uses its weapons to protect its people. The terrorists use people to protect its weapons.
The appalling irony being their deliberate self creation of sickenly injured children to get their propaganda top billing on the likes of the ABC news. Yet the morally bankrupt Greens continue to fail to condemn this ongoing obscenity.
Angus Richard Glass House Mountains Vale George Negus
George Negus was a man of humour, honesty and
great skill who reported facts and interrogated his guests mercilessly.
He left viewers to develop their own opinions while not airing his!
He is needed now more than ever.
According to reputed pollsters, the Katter Australian Party could expand representation from three to five seats in the state election.
One Nation has said that it seeks to roll back Queensland’s anti-abortion laws too.
Rob Katter, leader of the KAP has stated publicly that his party will introduce a bill to re-criminalise abortion if the LNP win in 2 weeks.
David Crisafulli has “ruled out” changes to Labor’s 2018 laws that decriminalised abortion but that is not a definitive ‘no’ to change.
All but three LNP seats voted against the 2018 bill so I have no confidence in his words.
As I have nine granddaughters aged between 14 and 34 years, I need absolute assurance that if any of them require the medical procedure that there is no chance of criminal charges and a jail sentence as a result.
We need truth in journalism now more than ever - accuracy and verification of facts, objectivity and perseverance in questioning those asking for our vote.
Someone just like George Negus!
Further, the KAP also called for a review of the Voluntary Assisted Dying laws.
“out of the country” so to speak to pre-poll options at Caboolture, Maleny and Woodford.
The option to vote just up the road at Beerwah appears to be off limits since it is in a different state electorate.
To note the third option listed as Caboolture at 60-78 King Street, is also outside the electorate.
No disrespect to the wonderful citizens of Caboolture it’s not our first or even second choice for shopping or conducting business.
More so that we are firmly in the Sunshine Coast Council LGA, and more likely to need to go north than south.
For a day out, shopping or medical needs. One can only hope Andrew Powell will be on to it ASAP.
Mark Matheson Glass House Mountains
Need cops on beat RECENT accounts of crime and lawlessness in our beloved community are bad enough but where is the law when you need them?
I think if the police were seen out and about “on the beat” - after school hours, along Simpson St, this would have a very positive and engaging effect on our town’s sense of personal well-being and security.
We don’t want Beerwah to be tagged as a “high risk community”; a place where the library needs a security officer and retail businesses have to install security cameras.
CONDITIONS Please keep your letters
I WAS one of the fools who fell for the Peter Costello line of having an extra kid for your country. What a scam.
There they were throwing thousands of dollars at naive young parents like me and somehow we missed the fine print that this extra child would cost you hundreds of thousands out of your own pocket,
Rob Katter and his MPs did not support the bill when it passed in 2021.
All those poor souls living with terminal, chronic diseases must be feeling extremely vulnerable just now as they attempt to navigate how they plan for their final journey.
Jenny Donovan Beerburrum
Early poll rejection
Good to see the opportunity to conveniently vote early knowing it may not be convenient on the day.
Very disappointed to learn that as a nearby resident of Glass House one needs to take a cut lunch and travel
In most communities across the country, there would be an element of juvenile offending, silly pranks and lawlessness; Beerwah is no different in this respect.
For example, the number of high school students who ride their bikes or scooters at speed along the footpath in front of the Simpson St shops after school makes my heart skip several beats every time I see them!
There is a large sign at both ends of the street saying “NO bikes/scooters allowed on the footpath” but if they read this at all, nobody cares!
The likelihood of an elderly person exiting from the medical precinct and colliding with a young person on an e-scooter
not to mention your sanity. This new generation is much wiser and are being spooked into Fort Knox levels of contraception. Apparently things are so dire that Australia is going to dip below replacement levels soon and will rely on migration to ‘bump’ up the population. Wow. Not that couples care about such mundane
things - being able to go on holidays and keep a clean house is an alluring little drug. We’re not aloneeveryone everywhere seems as selfish and self-absorbed as us. We could follow Hungary’s lead - women don’t pay income tax if they have four or more kids. Let’s drink to that.
GET ON BOARD
Seeing Prince Harry riding
a surfboard last week really got me thinking. Whatever happened to the wave parks promised for the hinterland?
At one stage last year the council reckoned the Sunshine Coast could become the wave park capital of Australia. Since then one proposal has gone up in smoke and another hasn’t even turned
a sod. Maybe having, oh, like, the Pacific Ocean down the road is kind of a problem for would-be developers.
VOTE NO
n you can
Went to vote last week. Found out if you live in Glass House Mountains you have to drive to Caboolture to pre-poll for the seat of Glass House. Not happening. Yes, I accept you can get stabbed in the face minding your own business at GHM, but I’ll take my chances rather than catch the train to Caboolture.
seems to be a fairly high one.
Research shows the effectiveness of community policing in small towns or targeted hotspots is most beneficial in cutting the incidence of petty crime, so where are our friendly cops?
Do they care about building relationships and helping curb crime in our community?
If the Police were visible in our streets and were seen to be an active part of our community, building relationships with shopkeepers and school students (as well as the general public), I believe that this would build more respect for the Law, and young people would begin caring for others (not just themselves) and start wanting to do the right thing.
We need to see cops on the beat in Beerwah!
Lynda M Utting Beerwah VAD repeal?
I’m given to understand that there is talk between people with “conservative
Christian values” in the LNP and Katter’s Australian party who want the voluntary assisted dying legislation repealed.
These keepers of other’s consciences presume to go back to darker days when the state told its citizens how they must die.
I remember trite mantras uttered by these groups such as, “All life is precious”, meaning that others must die slowly in agony or live as vegetables until such time as they’re allowed to die of what is conventionally called natural causes.
It’s unnatural.
The use of brain and mind destroying substances, many of which are synthetic drugs, as well as ventilators and other gadgets, so as to keep living carcases “alive” is rank cruelty.
Dogs aren’t treated this way.
There’s no humanity here.
It’s a grotesque vanity of some people who place themselves in positions of arbiters of life and death.
If a repeal is passed in Parliament I can make a
prediction that there will be a rise in really messy home made suicides.
R.U.O.K ? Obviously not. You’re thinking of suicide. Don’t worry.
The state will make you live.
Peter Slade Beerwah
Screwing the farmers
Coles and Woolies screw the farmers and truckies first. Then they screw the consumers. Us. But the CEO’s and shareholders seem to do alright.
The Greens aren’t in bed with the grocery giants so we will break up the Coles and Woolies Duopoly.
America has anti-monopoly laws but we don’t.
Other chains have tried to enter the market, but the big two ‘land bank’ and make it impossible for new players - which would drive competition and the prices down.
Don’t let the media and political class tell you it’s not possible. It is.
Andrew McLean, Greens Candidate for Glass House
Elected Reps
with Andrew Wallace Federal Member for Fisher
Paying Tribute to Bernie Verwayen
On 20 September 2024, the Mooloolah Valley community lost one of its greatest champions, as Bernie Verwayen passed away following a long illness. I met Bernie Verwayen in a visit to Mooloolah not long after I was first elected as the Member for Fisher. I had read about his story during law school, and his famous Commonwealth v Verwayen case, which had a profound impact on our legal system. I was honoured to work with Bernie to support
the Mooloolah Valley community, and to build a brand-new Men’s Shed for Mooloolah. His service to the Commonwealth and to injured veterans earned him an Order of Australia Medal and the respect of the ex-service community to which he contributed until the very end. On behalf of the people of Fisher, I want to pay tribute to him and to his wife, Anita, who was his greatest champion and partner in service. Help Me Keep Kids Safe Online
I’m continuing my campaign for social media
with Rosanna Natoli Mayor - Sunshine Coast Council
reform – to keep kids safe online, hold big tech to account, and to address the mental health impacts of algorithms and addiction. I would love to hear your perspective on keeping kids safe online. You can let me know by filling out my Keeping Kids Safe Survey at www.andrewwallacemp. com.au/childsafety. Bin The Misinformation Bill At the same time, we must stand up to those vested interests at the big end of town who want to weaken Australians’ freedom of speech and our ability to participate in public discourse, including online. To that end, I’m inviting locals to join me in the #BinTheBill campaign at www.binthebill.au.
agencies and neighbouring Noosa Council to create awareness of the risks.
It was also an opportunity to put a spotlight on the simple steps we can all take to boost our resilience.
More intense weather events and potentially devastating threats like bushfires and heatwaves, are a reality of life unfortunately, even in our wonderful part of the world. Hinterland areas can be particularly vulnerable, especially when it comes to bushfires and flooding. That’s why it’s so important for all of us to be prepared, as it’s not a matter of if, but when, we will be impacted.
I was proud to recently join our emergency services
Mother Nature’s fury can isolate communities and cause millions of dollars in damage to roads and infrastructure.
Severe bushfires and major floods have struck our region over the past five years, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes.
We can’t control the weather but can help protect ourselves by preparing an emergency plan for our homes and packing an emergency kit. The Bureau of Meteorology is warning us to brace for a warmer than average end to Spring with the potential for more severe storm systems as we enter the summer months. Meanwhile, Queensland Fire and Rescue is advising south-east Queensland is at a higher risk of grassfires. I encourage all residents and visitors to familiarise themselves with Council’s Disaster Hub website (disasterhub.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au). For more, go to getready.qld.au
Health & Wellbeing
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Commitment to high quality dental care
AT Beerwah Dental, we are dedicated to providing high-quality dental care tailored to the needs of our community.
Whether you’re missing teeth, seeking discreet ways to straighten your smile, or concerned about treatment costs, we offer a range of services designed with you in mind.
For those dealing with missing teeth, our
dental implants provide a permanent solution to restore your smile and confidence.
Whether it’s a single tooth or a full-mouth reconstruction, our implants are designed for both comfort and functionality. Interested in straightening your teeth? Our clear aligner therapy offers a nearly invisible alternative to traditional braces. Clear
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We also understand that dental care can sometimes feel financially overwhelming. That’s why we offer flexible, interestfree payment plans, allowing you to spread the cost of treatment over up to five years. We’re committed to making quality care accessible.
If eligible, we can also assist you in accessing your superannuation to cover essential dental treatments, ensuring affordability never comes between you and your health.
At Beerwah Dental, our goal is to make sure you receive the best care in a way that suits you.
Visit us at 2/7 Turner Street, Beerwah, or call us at 07 5494 0766 to learn more.
Dementia killing Australians
THE latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows dementia is nearing the top spot as Australia’s leading cause of death, accounting for 9.1 per cent of deaths in 2023.
Protein based COVID-19 vaccine trial
MATER Researchers in Brisbane are leading a trial of a non-mRNA combined COVID-19 and flu vaccine, aimed at protecting individuals who cannot receive mRNA vaccines.
The Novavax vaccine, which is protein-based, includes part of the coronavirus spike protein. When injected, the immune system recognizes the spike protein as a threat and triggers an immune response.
Currently, no protein-based COVID-19 vaccines are available in Australia.
The trial is particularly important for people with weakened immune systems, cancer, or a history of cancer, as mRNA vaccines may not be as effective for them.
Professor Paul Griffin, the Principal Investigator of the clinical trial, noted
influenza season and that COVID-19 remains in the community.
“We know that the majority of people are under-vaccinated against both influenza and COVID19,” he said, emphasizing the trial’s potential to increase vaccine uptake by offering a single combination shot.
Currently, only 559,000 Queenslanders have received a COVID vaccination in the past year, out of a population of 5.56 million.
The trial may also benefit those hesitant about mRNA vaccines, providing an alternative while contributing to vital research.
The Novavax trial, starting on November 4, requires 150 participants. For more information on the Novavax Vaccine Trial, or to book an
Survey
shows struggle
THE confronting impact of Australia’s cost-of-living crisis on children has been laid bare in a new survey commissioned by national child protection charity, Act for Kids.
Overcrowded homes, parents skipping medication to afford groceries, and increased financial strain are some of the real-life challenges families face.
The survey of nearly 1,000 Australians found that 43% of people are struggling with healthcare costs, and almost 30% find it difficult to pay for their children’s education and basic needs. Additionally, many families are having trouble affording food (30%), internet (27%), and housing (37%).
With rising pressures, Act for Kids CEO Dr. Katrina Lines expressed concerns about the longterm effects of financial strain on children’s wellbeing, highlighting poorer developmental outcomes and diminished health. Act for Kids urges Australians to join the campaign to end child poverty and support families in need, as the crisis continues to threaten children’s safety and future prospects.
Mediterranean diet may benefit life
A UNIVERSITY of the Sunshine Coast study suggests that diet quality, particularly adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet, may influence menopausal symptoms and overall quality of life in women.
Heart disease, responsible for 9.2 per cent of death, remains the leading cause, though its dominance is waning. Dementia continues to be the primary cause of death for women.
The ABS also reported a 4.1% drop in registered deaths compared to 2022, with COVID-19 now the ninth leading cause of death, down from third.
As Australia’s population ages, dementia’s impact is expected to grow.
Experts are urging a national focus on risk factors and prevention strategies for the disease.
This trend underscores the growing importance of dementia awareness and research in shaping the future of healthcare in Australia. Without significant advancements in research, treatment, and awareness, it could place a growing burden on Australia’s healthcare system and communities, impacting families and caregivers across the nation.
Conducted with over 200 Australian women with an average age of 51, the research compared their food intake to the Mediterranean diet, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, whole grains, olive oil, and fish, while limiting red/ processed meats, processed foods, and butter.
The study found that most women’s diets did
‘Creaky
not meet the key principles of the Mediterranean diet, particularly in terms of vegetables, legumes, fruits, fish, and nuts. Despite this, the research highlighted some connections between diet and menopausal symptoms.
Women who consumed fewer sugar-sweetened drinks were less likely to experience joint and muscle
complaints, and a lower intake of red and processed meats was linked to better general health. Additionally, women who adhered more closely to the Mediterranean diet reported improved physical functioning, including muscle strength, flexibility, and exercise capacity.
While the study did not establish direct causality between diet and menopause symptoms, it underscores the potential health benefits of adopting a Mediterranean-style diet during menopause, particularly for managing symptoms and supporting overall well-being.
Knees’ a common condition
A STUDY by La Trobe University researchers has found that nearly half of the population experiences ‘creaky knees,’ a common condition characterized by the crackling or grinding noise during knee movement.
This phenomenon, known as knee crepitus, occurs across all age groups but doesn’t always indicate underlying knee issues.
La Trobe graduate researcher and physiotherapist Jamon Couch explained that many people with creaky knees fear more serious conditions, such as arthritis, leading them to avoid exercise. The research, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, analyzed over 36,000 people from 103 studies. It revealed that 41% of the population
had creaky knees, with 36% of those without knee injuries experiencing the condition. However, it was more prevalent in those with knee cartilage injuries or osteoarthritis (81%).
While the exact cause of knee crepitus remains unclear, Couch encourages people with non-painful creaky knees to continue exercising, as it’s unlikely to cause harm.
Rosetta’s Great Reads
Pig City
Reviewed by Lea
Dodd
The Valley
Reviewed by Rob Dodd
Hammer is back and so are Detectives Buchanan and Lucic in this gripping tale set in rural NSW and ACT.
In The Valley they are investigating the murder of local entrepreneur, Wolfgang Burnside.
she is related to the deceased. So begins the unravelling of history in the valley through dual timelines. Once again, Hammer’s trademark vivid description of the setting forms a strong sense of place that is almost a character in itself.
Another page-turning thriller from one of the best in the industry. RRP $34.99
hinterland his new home and his expose Pig City been re-released in its special 20th anniversary edition. Andrew shares his on-the-ground knowledge of some of Brisbane’s greatest bands - from cult heroes the Saints
international stars Savage Garden. But behind the music, he reveals a ghost city of malice and corruption, and herein lies the secret as to why this book has become a cult classic. This edition even has its own special playlist, that you can download when you purchase the book.
RRP $34.99
Andrew is appearing as the introducing author at the next Outspoken Maleny event on 24 October.
‘Friend or Foe’ exhibition
Montville artist’s whimsical works on display
IF you live in the Glasshouse Mountains region, Maleny or extended areas then you will possibly know Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. It is the only remaining remnant of local hinterland rainforest, after surviving the logging and farming of early pioneers.
The interactive Discovery Centre is full of information and manned by delightful volunteers. The upstairs
theatre hosts many talks from environmental luminaries throughout the year, and the exhibition policy supports local artists showing work compatible with the aspirations of park management. Montville artist Jim Cox, has held two previous exhibitions here in July 2022 and December 2023. His new exhibition, ‘FOF-Friend or Foe’ opens Saturday October 26 and runs until Sunday November
10. Jim and partner Pam Maegdefrau will be in the gallery each day from 10am to 2pm. This new work is the third in a series, where Jim asks viewers to heed his concern for the survival of our native animals.
Collaborating once more with Elaine Green, author and environmentalist, they present another book; also titled ‘FOF – Friend or Foe’. Jim’s whimsical illustrations are beautiful and fun! Elaine’s words informative, full of wisdom, and as if directly from the animal. The original artworks are framed in black, various sizes and prices. Orders for limited edition prints, can be taken.
Horoscopes
LIBRA
SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23
This week offers some significant realizations combined with quite a slice of realistic advice. And suggests establishing who and what you trust. Or don’t. And why... Perhaps asking yourself where you need more privacy and, conversely, what makes you feel isolated. And answering yourself honestly.
SCORPIO
OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22
As this week’s Sun lights up your sign with serious steam heat and its annual boost to your personal powers, happy birthday Scorpios! With Mercury activating groups and teamwork, who you know is more important right now than what, so ditch reliance on devices: focus on relating and communicating.
SAGITTARIUS
NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21
This deep and meaningful week requires conversational caution, so zip the lip and listen to what your feelings are whispering. Could it be that it’s your time to escape the daily grind and unwind? It’s also auspicious for intimacy if you can balance life in the spotlight with enough personal downtime out of it.
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WEEK BEGINNING OCTOBER 22
CAPRICORN
DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20
As this week applies finishing touches to an intense journey of selfdevelopment and personal evolution, raw emotions could surface. Your call is to morph these into some kind of hearthealthy shape so they can be invested in the personal, social or environmental causes you feel strongly about.
AQUARIUS
JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18
ARIES
MARCH 21 – APRIL 20
Best use of the present Mars transit is for resetting relationship infrastructures. This week could be deeply healing, though not without challenges: the hot red planet in a water sign tends to generate steam heat, so handle with care. If you think something’s going on, investigate before you accuse.
As celestial energetics dive from lightweight and charming to strong and seductive undercurrents, this week delivers insights both dazzling and puzzling. And with tag team Venus and Mars playing hide and seek, your trickiest tightrope walk could be choosing what to share, and what not to disclose.
PISCES
FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20
With the Sun and Mercury in a fellow water sign, forget swimming upstream, float with the current. Just watch what you download or post on socials, because scamsters are ascendant. If you’re feeling pressured or need to retreat, pause and talk things through with someone you trust.
TAURUS
APRIL 21 – MAY 20
The three books from the series; ‘SOS-Save our Species’, ‘POP- Protect our Pollinators’, and ‘FOFFriend or Foe’ will be on sale alongside a limited choice of printed tee-shirts. Customised sizes,styles and images (from any of the series) of tees can be ordered. More info: jim-coxmontville.com
with Lilith Rocha
CANCER
JUNE 22 - JULY 22
Are others not being as straightforward as you’d like? What’s actually more important is that you’re honest with yourself. If people seem devious and secretive this week, then pay attention to what isn’t being said. Better still, listen to joyful, breezy Venus saying Hey, why not come out and play?
GEMINI
MAY 21 – JUNE 21
This week won’t respond very well to a channel-surfing approach. It requires focus and staying power, so give the Twin Who Talks A Lot a bit of time out. Best astro-tip? Just because you think of a really funny comeback doesn’t mean you should necessarily say it out loud.
LEO
JULY 23 – AUGUST 23
Mars rebooting your mojo guarantees there’ll be excitement of some kind in your home zone but take care to avoid getting sucked into random dramas. If something you say comes back to bite you, monitor your responses and reformat them so you don’t make the same mistake again.
Been taking on other people’s stress? Leo rules the heart and spine, so consider a cardio dance workout or chiropractic adjustment to get back in balance. The late week Leo moon is the perfect time to revive any area of life, that might have gone a little flat, with a dash of glamour.
VIRGO
AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22
Been feeling the need to upgrade your filters and strengthen boundaries? This is the week to do it. Because negotiations could get argumentative, it’s worth conducting a reality check to establish exactly what you are and aren’t willing to settle for before important talks or discussions.
Down under crafter gets knitting
POLLY discovered her passion for crafts at age six when her grandmother taught her to crochet. Due to her grandmother’s failing eyesight, Polly helped with orders and became the chosen assistant. Later, during her nurse training, Polly developed a love for knitting. She bought a pattern, knitting needles, and wool, and sought help from a friendly patient when needed. Her first creation was a jumper for her fouryear-old nephew.
In 1989, Polly moved to Australia, where she revived her crochet skills with the help of Google and YouTube. After relocating to Landsborough seven years ago, she joined the Down Under Craft Group and began exploring quilting. Currently, Polly is focused on wearable art, mostly knitted garments, and enjoys sharing her talents
Local author launches her new memoir
Former ABC radio roving reporter shares more
By Sonia Isaacs
MALENY author Patty
Beecham has written a new memoir for adults as a follow-up to her earlier work, Growing up, Rocky.
In this continuation of her life story, Patty, now an adult, reflects on the challenges she faced while starting over. Once a wild and independent girl from Rockhampton, she is now fleeing a violent exhusband, both scared and excited as she embarks on a new life in a different state, determined to shed her past.
Speaking with GC&M News, Patty shared that she felt compelled to continue her story after the success of her first memoir, which became a bestseller in both Central and Southeast Queensland.
“I had many readers reach out to me, wanting to know what happened next,” she
explained.
“I’ve also written this as a memoir for older women. We’re often overlooked and
invisible, but we had lives, supported our partners, raised children, and deserve to be recognized.”
The memoir also recounts how Patty and her husband built their lives together, including the growth of their Holden dealership, and the devastation they faced when General Motors (GM) exited Australia.
“Overnight, our business of three decades was ripped
Maleny Music Festival magic
MALENY Music Festival
Director Rachel Clarke is inviting locals and visitors to join in celebrating this beloved event, which has been running for more than a decade.
Described as a small, intimate, and relaxed festival, the Maleny Music Festival promises a weekend packed with live music and entertainment.
“We’re proud to offer an event where people can unwind, connect with each other, and enjoy incredible music in a relaxed setting,” Clarke said. “You’ll leave feeling fulfilled, relaxed, and energized by the strong sense of community and the quality of our performers.”
For early risers, the festival offers a welcoming start to the day with a fresh cup of coffee, followed by tai chi and bush poetry to
ease into the day’s events.
Throughout the spring day, attendees can enjoy acoustic tunes across multiple stages with diverse musical genres.
The festival encourages people to bring instruments and join informal sessions in the dedicated tent. Families can make use of the kids’ hub while relaxing at the village green.
out from under us,” she said. Readers will journey through the highs and lows of Patty’s life, her adventurous spirit shining as she repeatedly embraces new opportunities, often asking, “How hard can it be?”
Along the way, she becomes Australia’s first roving reporter on ABC Radio and later, the country’s first funeral photographer.
Patty hopes her memoir will inspire others to say yes to new opportunities and adventures.
“Don’t be afraid of new experiences,” she said.
“I’ve had wild adventures— becoming Australia’s first roving reporter and funeral photographer. Life is what you make of it.”
“If you get involved in your community, you’ll discover wonderful people, talents, and memories.
pleased she could continue to share her stories, which she hoped were a good combination of both wit and wisdom. Whether it is her search for purpose, the restless ambitions of young adulthood, or the courage to pivot careers when life demands it.
share vulnerable words and stories,” she said.
“You can develop your creative and technical talents in a safe and inclusive environment.”
Signed copies of Growing Up, Patty are available at Rosetta Books in Maleny and on Amazon.
“We encourage people to get involved—bring an instrument, jam with friends, or simply soak in the atmosphere. It’s a festival where everyone can be part of the fun,” Ms. Clarke added.
For night owls, the festival continues with late-night
Discover
jams and performances from high-energy bands in the main hall. On-site camping ensures it’s just a short walk back to tents after a long day. Clarke shared her experience of being drawn back to the festival: “I always say I’ll explore Obi Obi Creek or the shops in town, but the music pulls me back. This year, I might stay an extra day to really enjoy Maleny.” For tickets, visit www. malenymusicfestival.com.
Polly from Down Under Craft
All Strings Attached play MMF.
Welcome to the Hinterland Dinner
When: Thursday October 24, 6pm
Where: Flaxton Gardens, Flaxton
Info: Have you moved to the communities of Montville, Flaxton, Mapleton, Kureelpa, Dulong and surrounds in the last couple of years? The Blackall Range Lions invite you to their 9th Annual Welcome to the Hinterland Dinner. $58 per person, tickets available from Montville IGA & Mapleton Post Office.
Maleny’s annual River School Spring Fair
When: Saturday October 26, 10am - 2pm
Where: The River School Maleny
Info: This creative, community event offers family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and scrumptious food set in the beautiful River School rainforest. You can peruse the plant stall, make a beaded necklace or gel artwork, get your face painted or play with circus toys. For those who like messy play, there will be a slime stall and a paint bomb splat activity. Live music and entertainment will be provided throughout the day, with students and other talented local performers featuring in the line-up. Healthy lunch options will be available, along with sweet treats, homemade lemonade, popcorn and strawberry ice cream. The mega raffle is bigger than ever with over $8,000 in prizes thanks to the generous support of local businesses, and there are nine quality prize packs to win! Tickets are available to purchase on the day before the draw. Parking at the school is limited, so grab a shuttle bus from the Maleny Showgrounds or the Palm Street Depot, running from 9:45 am for a gold coin donation. Activity bands are just $10, and raffle tickets are $4 each (or 3 for $10). EFTPOS facilities can be unreliable so it’s best to bring cash.
On
‘Skink on the Brink’ Workshop
When: Saturday October 26, 9am - 11am
Where: Mooloolah River Landcare, 2671 Steve Irwin Way, Glenview Info: Have you seen the Land mullet (Bellatorias major) on your property? Join us for a workshop to discuss its ecology and distribution. Help us bring back the mullet? The Land mullet that is! Sightings of the Land mullet (Bellatoris major) on the Sunshine Coast have significantly declined over the past 40 years and we need your help to understand why. Join us for a morning of conversation and discussion around the ecology and distribution of the Land mullet, and to explore local strategies for its conservation. This free workshop will be held in the Mooloolah River Landcare ‘Seed Pod’ space. Please arrive at 8.45am for a 9am start.
Beerwah Spring Fair
When: Saturday October 26, 11am - 7pm
Where: Beerwah Sportsgrounds, 32 Sportsground Dr, Beerwah Info: $2 per adult, children are free (12 and under). Unlimited ride bands available. Rides, Pony Rides & Farm Animals, Meet n Greet with Bluey, FREE Face painting & Balloon Twisting, Jumping Castle & Obstacle course, Food Trucks, Market Stalls, Car Show n Shine, Entertainment - Dance Groups, Taekwondo, Wildlife Animal encounter, Fireworks.
JIM COX – Exhibition and Book Launch
When: Saturday October 26, 10am - 2pm
Where: Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Gallery, Maleny
Info: FOF... Friend or Foe? This new work is the 3rd in a series, where Jim asks you to heed his concern for the survival of our native animals. More info: jim-coxmontville.com
Day on the GreenFONIX and WATERSLIDE
When: Sunday October 27, 12pm
Where: Club Glasshouse, 6 Gardner Street, Glass House Mountains
Info: What to expect from 12pm: Inflatable Waterslide Sunday Raffles, FONIX 3pm - 6pm, If you like the sounds of Classic Rock than you will love Fonix. With such a diverse set list featuring iconic bands like, John Fogerty/CCR, The Kinks, Black Keys, The White Stripes, Mental as anything, Deep Purple, and Daddy Cool, just to name a few, we cover a wide range of rock styles and eras. So get ready to embark on a sonic adventure with Fonix, drawing fans old and new into a unified celebration of the rock ‘n’ roll spirit.
Peachester Heritage
Centre Open Day
When: Sunday October 27, 10am - 2pm
Where: Peachester Heritage Centre, 956 Peachester Rd, Peachester Info: All welcome.
The Glass Ukes
When: Monday October 28, 6.30pm - 8.30pm Where: Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Hall, Ryan Street, Glasshouse Mountains Info: Every 2nd and 4th Monday evening . Cost: Gold coin donation. The first hour is for easier chord combination songs before we take a short “tea break”. Thereafter there’s time for a few more advanced songs followed by requests from the floor. Our songs and request list is provided by an overhead projection system. We provide a couple of borrow ukes for beginners.
Halloween: Trick or Treat
When: Thursday October 31, 4.30pm - 7pm
Where: Landsborough Historical Museum, 4 Maleny St, Landsborough Info: Ghosts and ghouls are coming back to Landsborough Museum!
‘Trick or Treat’ your way through the museum as the sun goes down. Or test your nerves in the haunted house, if you dare… FREE ENTRY to the museum including games, trick or treat, and the haunted house. Sausage sizzle and drinks available to purchase outside, supporting the Landsborough State School P&C. Free facepainting from Suzy the Face Painter.
Heritage Talk: Local tobacco farming history
When: Friday November 1, 10am - 11am
Where: Bankfoot House, 1998 Old Gympie Road, Glass House Mountains
Info: Discover the history of tobacco farming in the Glass House Mountains from the biggest growers in the region.
Glasshouse State School Halloween Movie Night
When: Saturday November 2, 5pm - 9pm
Where: Glass House Mountains State School, 58 Coonowrin Rd, Glass House Mountains Info: Come join the Glasshouse Mountains State School P&C for our Halloween Movie night! Food trucks, fairy floss truck, popcorn and slushies. Best dressed prizes, trick or treat, lots of fun! Gates open at 5pm, Hotel Transylvania will start 6:30pm. $25 family pass.
Under the Sea Showcase
When: Saturday November 2, 3.45pm - 5pm
Where: Maleny State School Hall, 16 Bunya St, Maleny Info: Dive Into Our Under the Sea Showcase! Join us for a magical journey beneath the waves at our Under the Sea End of Year Showcase! Get ready to be captivated by our talented dancers as they explore the enchanting world of ocean creatures
and underwater adventures. From graceful mermaids to lively sea turtles, our performers will take you on a vibrant and imaginative experience that will leave you in awe! For tickets visit www.trybooking.com/ events/landing/1269764
Melbourne CupMaleny Hospital
Auxiliary Fundraiser
When: Tuesday November 5, 11am
Where: Maleny Hotel, 6 Bunya Street, Maleny Info: $25pp, Tickets include Glass of Sparkling & Deluxe Canapes on Arrival. Prizes for BEST Dressed / Hat / Fascinator. Sweeps & Fundraising Raffles. Ticket Sale proceeds go to Maleny Hospital Auxiliary. Numbers Limited... Hurry Book Now at malenyhotel.com.au
Tiny Houses
When: Wednesday
November 6, 10am11.30am
Where: Beerwah Library
25 Peachester Rd, Beerwah Info: Good things can come in small packages. The trend in tiny houses has grown popular as more people choose to change in response to the cost of living. Join Helen Andrew to find out more about tiny house living. Hear about the challenges involved in changing your space and the different tiny house designs. Meet a council officer and make a booking to find out requirements that suit your circumstances. Discover how small living can bring a sense of community, a more sustainable lifestyle and save money.
Bats, Bees and Blossoms
When: Saturday November 9, 10am - 11.30am
Where: Beerwah Library
25 Peachester Rd, Beerwah Info: Join wildlife biologist Dr Clancy Hall and bee enthusiast Ian Driver to discover who does the
pollinating in your backyard and how to attract or deter them. Learn the easy way to identify pollinators that make flowers pop and fruit drop. Connect with naturalists in your area through local Citizen Science projects. Find out how your observations can help pollinators power the planet. Hear how to entice Australian Native Bees to your garden. Meet a cute flying-fox and receive a native flowering plant to take home. Supported by council’s Bats in Backyards Project team. Session details: $5 per person. Registration essential. Ages 16 and over. www.events.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au/
NOVEMBER 2-3
Christmas Arts & Craft Fair
When: Saturday November 2 & Sunday November 3, 9am
Where: Montville Village Hall
Montville
Info: Get your Christmas shopping done early! Why not spend a delightful day enjoying the Montville village and drop into our Craft Fair to pick up some Christmas goodies! There’s an awesome Christmas Hamper Raffle as well as yummy treats at our onsite cafe. We look forward to seeing you there!
NOVEMBER 8-10
Maleny Music Festival
When: Friday November 8Sunday November 10
Where: Maleny Showgrounds
Info: A three day camping and music festival, Quality Musicians and Acts, Multiple Stages & Over 120 Performances, Music Sessions / Jamming Tent BYO instrument, Workshops and Open Mic Spots, Licensed bars, delicious food and market stalls, On site camping with hot showers, Street Entertainment, Kids activities and Fun times. For more information and tickets visit www. malenymusicfestival.com/
Church & Community News
God calls to each of us
AM I on the Right Path?
God calls each of us to live a life that honours Him, and the Bible provides clear instructions for how to do this.
More than His Word, God sent Jesus as our example, showing us the way to live a life that pleases Him.
One of the most powerful illustrations of this is the lighthouse, symbolizing various aspects of faith, guidance, and God’s care.
The lighthouse serves as a beacon of light, guiding ships safely through dangerous waters, much like God guides us through life’s challenges.
Here are a few ways the lighthouse represents or illustrates God’s role in each of our lives:
1.Christ as the Light of the World: In John 8:12, Jesus declares,
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Just as a lighthouse guides ships through darkness, Christ leads believers through
the uncertainties of life, providing safety and truth.
2.God’s Protection and Guidance: Just as a lighthouse keeps ships from crashing into rocks, God protects believers from spiritual danger. He steers us through life’s storms, ensuring we avoid the pitfalls that threaten our well-being.
3.Hope in the Darkness: A lighthouse offers hope to those lost at sea. Similarly, Christ provides hope in a world often filled with despair.
No matter how dark our circumstances, God’s light is always present, offering assurance and direction.
4.The Church as a Beacon of Hope: The lighthouse also symbolizes the role of the Church in the world.
Christians are called to be “a city on a hill” (Matthew 5:1416), shining their light to guide the lost toward God’s truth and offering hope to those in need of spiritual direction.
A well-known parable about a battleship and a lighthouse teaches the importance of humility.
with Pastor Aaron Jackson Church on the Rise
A captain insists a light move to avoid collision, unaware the light is from a lighthouse.
The message is clear: we must align ourselves with God’s unchanging guidance, rather than expecting Him to conform to our desires.
Ultimately, the lighthouse reminds us to trust in God’s unwavering guidance, remain steadfast in faith, and shine as witnesses in a world that needs His light.
God is our constant guide, leading us safely through life’s treacherous waters.
Open your life to the possibility that Gods way of living will bless our life but also be a blessing to those I come in contact with.
An afternoon of choral excellence
THE Sunshine Coast
Choral society invite you to an unforgettable afternoon of choral excellence, where voices come together to present a captivating program that will move and inspire.
The concert will feature highlights such as Sunrise Mass by the contemporary composer Ole Gjeilo, renowned for its ethereal and cinematic quality, and Antonín Dvořák’s Stabat Mater, a powerful and emotional work that has touched hearts for
GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY
BEERWAH: Sunday 9.30am Mary MacKillop Centre, 160 Peachester Rd
MOOLOOLAH: Wednesday 9am and 1st Sunday of month 4pm ST THOMAS, 31 Bray Rd
Local contact: Rev Tony Halstead 0455 554 930
Glasshouse Country Uniting Church
29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah Come and worship with
Beerwah –
Social group’s great day trip to Brisbane
Contributed by Janet Kitchin
GLASSHOUSE Country
Social Group had a lovely day trip to Brisbane last Wednesday October 16. Taking advantage of the convenience of catching the train straight to the city, the time past quickly as our group chatted on the train. On arrival at Central we headed to City Hall where some went on a tour of this beautiful building whilst others had morning tea at The Shingle Inn.
Later we all visited Brisbane Museum which had an interesting display of art works and old photos. Some also had a tour of the clock tower. We all then went for a really good lunch at The Red Cross Cafe before making our way back to the station and our journey home. All in all, it
was a wonderful out. Next month on Friday November 15, we plan to go to Scone Time at Beerwah Community Centre where there will be entertainment provided by Glasshouse Christian College. Anyone interested in joining us should contact Janet on 0448 845 303.
Genealogy beginner workshops
Contributed by Jan England
Genealogy Sunshine Coast (GSC) is hosting beginners classes on how to research and compile your family history.
The classes will be held over three consecutive Wednesdays: November 13, 20, and 27, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at our centre on Petrie Park Rd, Nambour.
The cost is $25 per day, or $15 for GSC members. GSC is a family history research centre with knowledgeable
generations. In addition, enjoy a modern twist on a timeless classic with The Sound of Silence, arranged by Mark Hayes, known for his unique ability to blend contemporary and traditional elements.
This special program will also include other stunning pieces that showcase the richness of choral music. Come experience an event where sound transcends words, and let the music take you on a journey of light, reflection, and beauty.
Mark you calendars for Saturday November 30, 2024 2pm. Lakeshore Community Church of Christ 1 Lakeshore Ave, Buderim Trybooking: www. suncoastchoral.org.au/ performances or cash/credit card at the door.
The safest and most responsible way to dispose of fluoro lights is at Council’s Resource Recovery Centres or Transfer Stations. Drop off is free. An approved contractor is engaged by council to collect them for further processing and recycling. Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) contain mercury, which allows the lamps to produce light with less electricity. This
has the benefit of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels, but even in small amounts Mercury is toxic, and is associated with a range of serious health and environmental effects.
Putting CFLs in your general waste bin is currently allowed (wrap in newspaper first) but they can break during collection or in landfill, releasing liquid mercury and vapour into the air, soil and water. If a lamp breaks in your home, follow
Given the diverse ages, interests, and expertise of our members, and the increasing reliance on digital tools to record and preserve history, we have developed an educational program to help both members and the community make the most of modern technology. To book your spot, please call 5329 2315 or email genealogysc@gmail. com. Morning tea will be provided, but please bring your own lunch.
Sunshine Coast Council’s decontamination advice on their ‘Disposal of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs)’ fact sheet on their website. Never place CFLs or fluoro tubes in the recycling bin. They will break during collection or processing, contaminating other recyclables and causing potential health hazards for sorting staff at the Materials Recovery Facility.
WAM’s aims are to educate and empower people to take action on waste and related issues, at a personal and community level. To find out more, visit our website www.wasteactionmaleny.org , Facebook group WAM Waste Action Maleny or email us at wasteactionmaleny@gmail.com.
With Waste Action Maleny
The GC Social Group had a fabulous outing to Brisbane.
Barb and Wendy.
Beerwah
A monk is assigned to helping the other monks in copying the old canons and laws of the church by hand.
He notices, however, that all of the monks are copying from copies, not from the original manuscript.
So, the new monk goes to the head abbot to question this, pointing out that if someone made even a small error in the first copy, it would never be picked up!
In fact, that error would be continued in all of the subsequent copies.
The head monk says, “we have been copying from the copies for centuries, but you make a good point, my son.”
He goes down into the dark caves underneath
the monastery where the original manuscripts are held as archives in a locked vault that hasn’t been opened for hundreds of years.
Hours go by and nobody sees the old abbot. So the young monk gets worried and goes down to look for him.
He sees him banging his head against the wall and wailing. “We missed the R! We missed the R! We missed the R!”
His forehead is all bloody and bruised and he is crying uncontrollably.
The young monk asks the old abbot, “What’s wrong, there?” With a choking voice, the old abbot replies, “the word was...’CELEBRATE!’”
Proposed Development
Make a submission from 23 October to 13 November 2024
Establish Short Term Accommodation (Conversion of Dwelling House and Geodesic Dome)
Where: 935 Bald Knob Road, Bald Knob Qld 4552
Approval sought: : Development
Permit for Material Change of Use
Application ref: MCU24/0202
You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:
Sunshine Coast Council Locked Bag 72, Sunshine Coast Mail Centre Qld 4560
mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au (07) 5475 7272
https://developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Written submissions may be made electronically; and electronic submissions are to be sent to mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au, and all submissions, including individual submitter’s particulars, will be published on Council’s website (Development.i) and therefore will be accessible to internet search engines.
Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016
Coochin Creek Fruitgrowers 88th AGM
Maleny Arts and Crafts Group
QUILT SHOW RAFFLE WINNERS
First Prize: A Quilt made by Helen Johnston - won by Pia Hyde
2nd prize: A Bernette sewing machine donated by Kimz Sewing Centre - won by Dorothy Hills 3rd Prize: A Patchwork Kit donated by Maleny Magic - won by Janet Drewe Mystery Prize: A beautiful bundle of fabric - won by Joyce Parker.
Cooperative’s Office, 39 Simpson Street, Beerwah. Please drop in, call 5494 6219 or email requesting the Please RSVP by
BEERWAH, 6 Laurel Street. Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th October. BIG Garage sale, moving house. Bentwood Chairs, outdoor furniture, 2 seater lounge, spear gun, fins etc. Tools, boys toys, scooter, some new clothes. Lots of free items. All priced to sell. Must go.
Glasshouse Bowls Club
Contributed by David Hayes
WEDNESDAY 16.10.24
9.00am Social Bowls
Seija Munster and Noelene Annakin def
Margaret Smith and Di Hume 23 - 19. Mark Whittam and Marilyn Podmore def Stephanie Hancox and and John Palte 29 - 12.
Jonathon Orr, Sally Squires and Chris Freshwater def Frank Scadding, Jenny Hobson and David Booth 24 - 12. Jeff Clayton, Annette Capern and John Annakin def Jos Evans, Dale Hancox and Scott Bedwell 25 - 10. Gaylene Coppa, Dennis Hume and Mick Clark def
Beerwah
Bridge Club
Contributed by Martine
Tom Major - Jillian
Geoff Edmonds, Viv James and Brendan Freshwater 23 - 14. Winners of the day were Mark Whittam and Marilyn Podmore. R/Up were Chris Freshwater’s team. Lucky dip went to Seija Munster and Noelene Annakin.
Thursday 18.10.24
12.30pm Social Pairs and Triples. Winners of the day with 2 wins and a score of 34 were Peter Bousen and Brian Squires. R/Up with the highest winning score in either game on count back were Marilyn Podmore and Grant Podmore with 24. Lucky draw was won by Paul Chirgwin and David Booth. Raffle winners were Rodney Sharpe with the $30. Keith Hopkins $20 and Sally Squires $10.
Range Croquet Club
Contributed by David Kerr
THE lawns are responding to the warmer weather and occasional showers.
The ibis, plovers, wood ducks and magpies assist out-of -hours in picking off any grubs and spot fertilising.
Social play in the week past took place on Thursday and Sunday. These games of Association Croquet (AC) give all players the chance to develop and refine techniques - AC is known for the depth and variety of techniques that can be used.
The games can be played as singles, doubles or two on one.
Maleny Bowls Club
Contributed by Brett Gillis
Currently members have an eye on the upcoming November tournament where they will be competing against other “Rangers” and players from elsewhere in SE QLD.
Range Club Play days: Association: Thursday and Sunday. Please arrive at 2.00 pm for games to be arranged by 2.30 pm. Contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 for other days.
Ricochet: Tuesday, please arrive at 8.45 a.m. for games to be arranged by 9.00 a.m.
Golf: Contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 for days.
Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings, or by arrangement.
For further information please go to https:// rangecroquetatmaleny.org.
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bowls at Maleny Bowls Club. Our final tour group this year visit on Thursday 24th October.
Big thanks to our members who volunteered their time to ensure the day was awesome.
THIS week we welcomed our 3rd tour group in the past month from Holiday Vacations (America) who enjoyed their introduction to lawn bowls. Tour guide Phil said their groups get to visit many Australian icons including Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef and yet they all talk about the highlight being a game of lawn
Saturday 19th October we had a very successful Oktoberfest Come & Try Day with new bowlers and
visitors to the club enjoying an introduction to lawn bowls followed by a free German Sausage BBQ. We had one new Social Member join ($10 year) and a further six people showing interest in returning for another go.
If you would like to give lawn bowls a go yourself you are welcome to attend any of our sessions including Tuesday 8:30am (includes break for morning tea), Wednesday 6pm (includes BBQ) or Friday 2pm (includes sponsor lucky draws). We offer free use of our club bowls so all you need are flat soled shoes and you are ready to play.
Wallace - a study in form, concentration and sartorial splendour!
American Holiday Vacations group.
Beerwah Bulldogs player to move to NZ to play for U21s Warriors side
Kite is reaching great heights in New Zealand
BEERWAH Bulldogs A Grade player, Jackson Kite, has had his childhood dream to play rugby league in New Zealand come true, after being selected to play in the U21s Jersey Flegg cup for the NZ Warriors.
The Jersey Flegg Cup features all the NRL clubs except for the Queensland teams, and includes a Fijian team, the Kaiviti Silktails.
Jackson, who is originally from New Zealand and lived there until he moved to Australia at nine-years-old, said it was a dream for him to play for the Warriors.
James and Jackson
New
Blackall 100 breaking records
DOMINIQUE Ryan and Liam Thierens were the 100km female and male winners at this year’s Blackall 100 race, with Run Queensland celebrating the event’s tenth year. The event was held at QCCC Mapleton on October 19, and was a huge success, with 1000 runners
with a division each for men and women. Commonwealth Games silver medalist and Sunshine Coast local, Melissa Hauschildt, made history in the 50km female race. Not only did she win the race, but she broke the course record by 25 minutes, finishing in
“I grew up supporting the Warriors but then I switched over to the Rabbitohs when I moved to Australia, but it’s good to be given the opportunity to play for them,” he said.
I thought it would be but it was good to play age group footy instead of men.”
With two years of A Grade experience under his belt and winning back to back premierships, he is more than ready to represent his country.
“I’m very excited to see all my grand parents and all of my cousins again, the rest of my family is staying in Australia,” he said.
“I’m moving with two other Sunshine Coast players from Caloundra and Maroochydore who were also selected in the team.”
Jackson has the potential of propelling his rugby league career further if the Jersey Flegg Cup goes well.
“If you are playing good you can be pulled up to the NSW Cup side and if you are
THE Glasshouse District Cricket Club Division 1 Men have defeated the PCC Hawks by six wickets over the weekend, showing Glasshouse’s dominant bowling skills.
Glasshouse won the toss and elected to bat in their one day match on October 19.
Batter Finn Bryan had a successful innings, hitting 85 runs from 52 balls, but was eventually caught out by Hawks player, Aiden Cushan.
Glasshouse batters Malakai Pearce and Ricky Sawyer also had an admirable innings, hitting 56 and 42 runs respectively.
The local side finished their 50 overs at 4/256, and it was then time for Hawks to rack up some runs.
The Hawks were slowly catching up to Glasshouse, hitting a total of 215 runs.
But Glasshouse’s bowling was too good for the Hawks, getting them all out in the 49th over.
Glasshouse bowler, Brock Topfer, got four wickets, whereas teammates Finn Bryan and Will Collins got two wickets each.
The hinterland team now sits comfortably in third place on the ladder, and will play the Nambour Cutters this Saturday.
Touch postponed
THE Glass House Touch Association had to postpone the start of their summer mixed 2024/25 season, to allow more teams to register.
The season was scheduled to begin on Monday, October 21, however the association decided to postpone the competition by a week instead.
“This will ensure that we have the best possible turnout for the event,” the association said.
The touch association also held a meeting on October 14, to discuss how they can grow interest in the sport and generate more team registrations.
If you are interested in registering a team into the summer touch competition, sign up via this link https:// cutt.ly/EeSUYOwG .
For more: www.facebook. com/glasshousetouch/
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Zealand bound to play in Jersey Flegg Cup.
50km female winners Melissa Hauschildt and Ursula Adams.
100km male winners Andrew Gaskell and Liam Thierens.
5 Weegen Court, Landsborough
• 3 bedrooms with built-in robes and ceiling fans
• Kitchen with electric cooking, loads of cupboard space, stone bench tops, dishwasher, and breakfast bar
• Open plan living and dining room with fireplace
• Huge outdoor entertaining area and fire pit
• In-ground pool, fully fenced
• Double garage and 6.2m x 8.8m shed
• Private dam with jetty
• 5,701m2 of land with side access
www.raywhitelandsborough.com.au
21 Mill Street, Landsborough
• 4 bedrooms - 2 with built in robes
• Main bathroom with both bath and shower
• Wrap-around kitchen with electric cooking
• Open plan dining room and spacious living area
• Internal laundry with direct outdoor access
• Carport
• 2,340m2 of land
• High-demand growth area with neighbouring properties having townhouse development approval
Welcome to 19 Grass Tree Lane, Palmview - a haven nestled amidst nature’s embrace.
This remarkable 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence boasts a sprawling yard enveloped by lush forest and teeming
wildlife. Spanning an expansive 5,219 sqm, this property offers an abundant space for outdoor pursuits and entertaining under the open sky.
Step inside to discover a fusion of modern and elegant. The architecture is characterized by sleek lines, polished concrete
contemporary allure. The thoughtfully crafted floor plan optimizes natural light and airflow, with split levels and soaring ceilings enhancing the sense of cohesion and fluidity throughout.
For more information, call Danielle Young on 0407 123 495.
Mount Mellum’s Kedish Cabins welcomes you!
JASMINE Ruhle and Donnie Plant from Ray White Beerwah are excited to announce the successful sale of 3269 Old Gympie famously known as ‘Kedish
This remarkable estate attracted a diverse range of buyers, each captivated by its extraordinary potential. Spanning 44.27 hectares,
the property generated significant interest from buyers with visionary ideas, ranging from schools to Airbnb accommodations and rental properties.
With such versatility, Kedish Cabins became a sought-after investment for those seeking unique and lucrative opportunities.
The estate boasts two fully self-contained, two-
bedroom cabins, previously used as Airbnb rentals, a self-contained granny flat adjoining the church/ mess hall, and a two-story brick home with dual living quarters offering breathtaking views.
Donnie Plant stated, “The level of interest and the imaginative possibilities for this property were phenomenal, highlighting its exceptional features and investment potential, and I am really glad we could get this one over the line for our sellers”
Kedish Cabins was truly a dream property, offering endless opportunities for those ready to make their vision a reality.
If you’re considering a move or are in search of unique investment opportunities, don’t hesitate.
Contact Jasmine Ruhle on 0432 348 875 or Donnie Plant on 0435 825 942 today!
