Edition 26 march 2014 by Glasshouse Country & Maleny News

Glasshouse Country News WEDNESDAY MARCH 26 - 2014. VOLUME 28-43

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I give a Moo for Mooloolah pages 14-17

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ast Friday morning I went along to the Community Awards ceremony held by the Member for Caloundra, Mark McArdle. This is the second year he has run his award program as a way of recognising the enormous efforts of locals in their roles in community organisations, as volunteers, or for their success on the sporting field, in business and their personal achievements. It was great to see that quite a number of Glasshouse Country locals were finalists in a range of categories and four of the eight categories were taken out by residents from our side of the highway. While I love to see people recognised for their achievements

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Tracy from Coonowrin Fingerlimes and Col inspect the finger limes for the Royal Easter Show. See page 3 for story.

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– I find it really difficult to understand how a winner is agreed upon – from so many spectacular candidates. Fortunately I wasn’t involved in that unenviable task, however I would really like to congratulate all those nominated, the finalists and the winners, Sue Joseph from Daisy’s Place for Business Achiever of the year, Daniel Moodie and Tara Smithyman from Total Microsystems for Young Business Achievers of the year, James Cran of Mooloolah as Young Achiever of the year and Alan O’Callaghan, also from Mooloolah, for Volunteer of the Year. Next week GCNews will bring you a story and photos from the day.

Saturday, March 29 To celebrate the rebranding of Mooloolah Valley Mitre 10, the store will be having a grand opening day with a swag of activities and specials on offer. Featuring a host of family friendly activities, the celebrations will run from 10.00am until 2.00pm, with a kids jumping castle, sausage sizzle, balloons, giveaways and grand opening specials.

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Local produce steals the Show With Easter approaching, for our southern cousins, there’s excitement abounding, as the Sydney Royal Easter Show is on again from April 10 until April 23.

And for Col Dabelstein of Glass House Mountains, the Show means the culmination of a lot of hard work. Col is the Manager for the South-East Queensland District Exhibit in the Agricultural Hall at the show, which is a main attraction for many of the show-goers. Since the end of the Show last year (and for the past eight years), Col has been collecting, preparing, transporting and arranging agricultural products from across the vast South-East Queensland District, traversing from Bundaberg to Emerald, out to the border near Charleville and everywhere in between to the New South Wales border. Locally, Col collects and features pineapples, custard apples, dragonfruit and forage oats. Now he has added another local crop – finger limes. Col saw the story GCNews ran on Coonowrin Fingerlime farm at Glass House Mountains, and so now he’s including them in the exhibit. “We try and capture the essence of all the local areas within the District, and so tropical fruits from the local area fit perfectly into the display,” said Col. As well as the display, all the produce is entered

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into other various categories which are judged on their quality and variety. But it’s the main exhibit which catches the public attention. “Our exhibit designer is fantastic. She has won eight of 11 exhibits she has designed. So this year we’re quietly confident. All the produce used is donated, and everyone who works on making it happen – from collecting produce to transporting everything to Sydney to erecting the exhibit and staffing the stalls – is a volunteer. “Without a core group of volunteers who help each year, we wouldn’t be able to showcase our region to the thousands upon thousands of people who visit the Royal Easter Show,” Col said. “We’re always on the lookout for anyone who has produce we can use in the exhibits – especially locally grown tropical fruits. “And if anyone has an interest and would like to help us out in getting it all together each year, it’s a great opportunity for anyone who is looking for something different and interesting to become involved in.” Col can be contacted by calling 5496 9160. If you can’t get him, leave a message – as he’s probably out picking up some of our stunning local produce to get ready for the Show. If you want to see them putting together the display from 2012 – you can watch it on You Tube www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_7OkuRGW HY&feature=youtu.be

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Motor sports issue continues to rev locals State Government that a motor sports park will be built in the Beerwah State Forest at Glenview continues to polarise the community. Below are some of the latest contributions made to GCNews by a local resident, a State Member

SCEC should retract statements: Mark McArdle

Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle has criticised recent comments made by Sunshine Coast Environment Council’s Narelle McCarthy over the State’s proposed recreational rider park for Mooloolah, saying Ms McCarthy’s statements are ill-informed and without fact. In the March 12 edition of Glasshouse Country News Ms McCarthy said SCEC was “concerned that a significant area of the Beerwah State Forest at Glenview may be given the go-ahead to be stripped of its protected status with no community consultation” and “State government appears to be pushing through yet another proposal under a veil of secrecy which will impact on important areas of the Sunshine Coast’s conservation and open space network.” Mr McArdle said such claims were false and misleading. “The State Government will be holding an open and transparent public consultation process, which we have already outlined,” Mr McArdle said. “The relevant departments are currently in the process of preparing the relevant draft documentation and once prepared will be publicised in local media and accessible on the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing’s website in May. “This facility addresses the ongoing illegal riding in the region’s national parks and the State Government is strongly committed to protecting, preserving and managing our protected areas. “We have received significant support from off-road motorbike enthusiasts and the wider community in relation to Minister Dickson’s announcement.”

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A well-managed, off-road motorsports facility is not the issue for SCEC. It is a good idea in the wrong place. Let’s look at why. Contrary to claims by Mark McArdle MP and Minister Dickson, the native forest known as the Mooloolah logging area has high ecological values and is an important part of the region’s conservation network and amenity. The presence of these values is supported by the state’s own mapping and data. The 534ha site is also part of a valuable public asset due to go into National Park because of its conservation values. The State Government’s handling of this project to date shows little regard for the community, its representatives or the environment. Instead of inviting views from the community, particularly given the use of public lands and funds, they earmarked this site then chose to ‘announce’ the proposal at the same time it opened a limited ‘Expression of Interest’. Based on the pre-determined site and concept with little detail readily available to the general public, this avenue limits assessment and proper understanding of the proposal.

and an environment group (see the ‘You Said It’ letters page for more views on the issue). Let us know your views by emailing us on reception@gcnews.com.au or post something to us at PO Box 99, Beerwah, 4519, QLD. The consultation flagged for May is one thing; but will it make up for the lack of consultation prior to ‘here’s one we prepared earlier without you?’ Not really. Unless the government is genuine about seeking input from the community and its council and is prepared to restart a more appropriate process on a transparent footing. Reducing impacts on protected areas and offering suitable and safe areas for enthusiasts is recognised. However, the massive footprint and intensive activity proposed will destroy significant habitat for a range of listed species. Koalas, glossy black cockatoos and the richmond birdwing butterfly are just a few. Critically endangered lowland rainforests, wetlands, creeks and old growth eucalypts are some of the remarkable natural values found here. If the government persists with using the Beerwah State Forest despite necessary review, there are alternatives. An area immediately south of the Mooloolah logging area is a potential option with minimal environmental impact. There is no excuse for sidelining the community, the environment or due process. Narelle McCarthy Sunshine Coast Environment Council

So much for public consultation

I’ve read with trepidation, the overwhelming attempt by obviously financially or embarrassed, interested parties, to sell the prospect of it seems, the already approved Motorsports Park. So much for public consultation. Do the flowery supporters honestly think that such a development will keep the illegal riders out of the local forests and National Parks? I believe Mr Paul Donatiu (Executive Coordinator NPA) has got it spot on. The minute the two wheeled environmental vandals realise they’ll have to fork out a fee to use the Motorsports Park, they’ll avoid it in droves and return, as is their assumed right, to tearing along the footpaths to get to the forests! They’re untouchable and they know it. And why is so much investment being poured into an attraction that has the real possibility of appealing to only 2% of the populace! AND if the comment that Steve Irwin Way has a huge importance as a tourism corridor, is genuine, why not spend this sort of money, on say, a train station opposite Australia Zoo and bring in the Brisbanites and their families, in something other than a car? Not to mention the overseas visitors, who I’m sure with current airline baggage limits, can’t bring a trail bike into the country! Or the completion of the bike path from Glass House to Beerwah so children don’t have to ride bikes to school along Steve Irwin Way. Years ago all my friends used to say I was dumb, but I’m better now. I can only hope that some of the contributors offering reasons to support this venture are getting better too. Stanley Glass House Mountains www.gcnews.com.au

40 years of dedication recognised

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Contributed by Jenny Kelly

Joan Harvey has been recognised for her dedication to Beerwah Golf Club at the Golf Queensland Industry Awards night held on the Gold Coast last week. Joan was awarded Club Super Volunteer of the Year for her service to both the club and more particularly, the juniors. Joan joined the club in 1970 and by 1971, had begun volunteering on the Ladies Committee. She first took on the role of secretary, which she held for eight years, then became vice captain for two years. Joan then stepped up to be captain for seven years from 1986. Joan also served time on the management committee as house director and vice president. Whilst working for the club, Joan still had time to play some pretty mean golf. She won the C Grade Championship in 1976, 2004, 2005, and 2008. Joan also won the B Grade Championship in 1997 and 1998, and along with her great golfing buddy, Val Shaw, won the Ladies Foursomes in 1987. Joan also won the Mixed Foursomes in ’88, ‘90 and ’93; and the Beerwah Cup in ’93. To top all that off, Joan has also scored the holy grail of golf, a Hole in One. Even after 40 years, Joan is still actively involved in helping our club. She works on the seniors committee and has served as secretary, captain and currently holds the position of president. Joan’s dedication was recognised in 2007 when

she was awarded Life Membership by the club. The best illustration of Joan’s dedication to Beerwah Golf Club and its future can be seen in her most significant position, that of junior coordinator. Over the 30 odd years Joan has been in this position, she has taught many juniors not only the mechanics of the game, but the etiquette and honesty which go hand in hand with success in the game. Despite not being in the best of health recently, Joan is still always available for "her kids." We are indebted to Joan for her tireless efforts over the years to make our club the best it can be and hope she continues to be an active member for many years to come.

Following a year where the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) attended 1,835 residential fires state wide, the QFES Jon Webb, Area Commander for Caloundra with Fire Fighter and Duracell Mark Smith are urging Queenslanders to prevent fires by changing their smoke alarms this April 1, as part of the annual ‘Don’t be a Fool’ campaign. In 2013, a year characterised by catastrophic heat and extreme fire conditions, there were an average of 35 residential fires per week. Of these house fires, 12 lives were tragically lost, a slight increase from the 11 lost in 2011. QFES Inspector, David Sutch said, now more than ever, residents need to do their part and help the fire and emergency services ensure no more lives are lost. “Ninety nine per cent of Australian households have a fitted smoke alarm, but frighteningly 700,000 Aussies admit they have not changed the batteries to it in the last year,” he said. “We are calling for Queenslanders to get serious about fire safety by changing the batteries in their smoke alarms on April 1, and creating an escape plan for their families.” For more information on the recommendations for smoke alarm usage and fire escape plans visit www.facebook/Duracell or facebook.com/ QldFireandRescueService

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Divine Divas' Variety Bash Locals are using it In August this year, the Divine Divas (Desley Cole, Marion Pearson and April Adsett) are entering an all ladies vehicle in the annual Variety Bash. Both Desley and Marion work at the Maleny School; with Marion in the special education unit. The Divas will be driving a 1970 F100 Ford ute through the outback to raise money for disadvantaged, sick children, and children with disabilities. Around 200 cars will participate in this year’s event, leaving Brisbane on August 8, travelling through outback towns like St George and Bourke, arriving in Sydney on August 17. To enter a vehicle, it must be more than 30 years old, and participants must pledge to raise a minimum of $8,000 as a donation to Variety Queensland. Raising such a large amount of money is a daunting task, so the ladies are currently looking for sponsors to advertise spots on their vehicle – car 789. Every donation will make a difference, and while the ladies have been involved with the charity since 2007 and have a lot of fun on the rally, one of the main advantages of the charity is that “you can see where the money goes - assisting dreams come true for Queensland kids,” they said. Examples of Variety proceeds include interactive white boards for the special education unit and bikes for local disadvantaged children. The ladies have already undertaken a number of fundraising ventures but more support would be greatly appreciated. If you would like to contribute or sponsor a car spot, please call 5494 2776 or 0411 543 191. Marion Pearson, April Adsett and Desley Cole with fellow Bashers Rosylyn, Sir Albert and Rhonda

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Back in February, GCNews brought readers the story about the challenges facing the Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club and the important role the club plays in providing sporting fields for the 1,000 or so members of the affiliated clubs that call the grounds home. Six weeks down the track, we thought we would touch base with the Club Manager, and see what the response has been like from locals. It looks like the message of ‘use it or lose it’ has been getting through – maybe even a little too well. Unfortunately when we reminded people to head to the club and grab a meal on Thursday or Friday night, we didn’t think to say ring the club and book a table (on some nights the club will have 30 people booked in and do meals for 100). Kylie said it is fantastic for the club that more people have come along and are supporting them. "However if we know what to expect, we can get our staffing and ordering spot on, and won’t disappoint the diners," she said. "We have also had a number of offers of assistance from locals including a ‘netball dad’ who is a builder. He’s going to construct a glass walled ‘kid’s room’ in the dining area. This will give the kids some space of their own with arcade games and entertainment, and parents peace of mind. They can see what the kids are up to, while they relax and enjoy a meal with the grownups," said Kylie. Another member, Quinten Rawlins, organised a $400.00 self propelled mower as a raffle prize from JPM Machinery at Caboolture which is great for the club’s fundraising efforts. They also have a young local DJ who is going to come in on a Friday night and provide some entertainment for the younger crowd in the bar area. This week they also had their Keno Racing go live, which going by trends in the southern states will be popular with the punters, the idea behind it is a virtual horse racing experience. And Kylie has plenty of other activities booked, including a Casino Night on May 24, a Bridal Expo, more bands and a comedy night – so keep an eye out for advertisements of upcoming events and remember - if the community don’t use it they could lose it!

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Ultimatum on rail duplication

By Greg Brown

According to Queensland Treasurer Tim Nicholls the much awaited (and often promised) duplication of the rail line from Beerburrum to Nambour is off the cards any time soon, unless the government can sell state-owned assets to pay down debt.

Mr Powell has more recently reiterated this strong commitment, saying that he’ll … “do whatever I can to deliver this project before the estimated 2031 timeline.”

Mr Nicholls, on the Sunshine Coast recently to ‘have a conversation’ with a select group of Sunshine Coast business, community and government leaders made the comment when addressing the room on the state of Queensland's debt. At the forum, he was quoted as saying … "We're losing the capacity to fund new infrastructure so, if for example, we wanted to talk about the Brisbane to Nambour rail upgrade, it'll be on the list but it's not going to get funded. “Duplication of the rail line at Nambour is not going to happen for 25 years ... if we don't get a solution to this,” Mr Nicholls said. This is just not acceptable, according to public transport advocate Jeff Addison. “It sounds a lot like political blackmail to me,” he said. “This vital infrastructure has been promised by successive governments, but action is needed now – with or without asset sales. “Locals shouldn’t be held to ransom with threats that the promised rail duplication won’t happen unless asset sales are agreed to,” exclaimed Jeff. During the last State election, local member Andrew Powell made a strong commitment to getting the rail line duplication brought forward from the 2031 timeframe.

“The Treasurer is continuing to discuss how Queensland should pay down Labor’s $80 billion debt legacy, which will enable us to fund the roads, rail, schools and hospitals we will need in future; and I absolutely support him in that,” said Mr Powell.

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Contributed by Anita Verwayen Mooloolah Valley Community Association Inc celebrated St Patrick's Day on Monday, March 17 with a luncheon, to say a big thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers. In spite of the extremely hot day, 24 ‘vollies’ attended the lunch. Due to the varied positions in which people work, it was a great opportunity to meet other volunteers whom they may previously never have encountered in the centre. A superb lunch was provided by Kenny's Restaurant, Jones Kylie and Margaret Street Mooloolah Valley and it was a unanimous ‘thumbs up’ for the event by all who attended. The Mooloolah Valley Community Association Inc would also like to thank local businesses i.e. White's Irish O'Callaghan IGA, Mooloolah Pharmacy, Mooloolah Newsagency, Mooloolah Post Office, Mooloolah Computers and Thriftylink Hardware for their ongoing support of the Centre and its activities. Maree and Liz

Don’t miss Peachester Art Show This weekend will feature the Peachester Art Show at Peachester community hall. This promises to be a wonderful showcase of original and eclectic artwork from both emerging and award winning local artists. Featuring the work of over 25 artists throughout the weekend, the exhibition will provide access to a diverse mix of unique pieces utilising various mediums, including work from better known artists such as Scott Breton - recipient of the prestigious A.M.E. Bale Travelling Scholarship, Sally Fisher of Maleny, Paula Kerr, June McCotter and Kathryn Murray. Other featured artists include, Alissa Ratcliffe, Rhonda Pullen and Leigh Mcculloch. As well as providing a visual feast, with artworks available to purchase, the show is the major fundraiser for the Peachester State Primary School P&C who are hoping to raise much needed funds towards upgrading the school playground and classroom air conditioning. There will be an adult’s only opening night gala event to be held this Friday, March 28. Division 1 Councillor Rick Baberowski will be officially opening the Peachester Art Show and

the wonderful Emma Creed will be MC. Featuring four hours of live music, instant prizes, drinks and finger food from 6.30pm, tickets for the opening event can be purchased for $15.00 from Peachester Fruit Market or by contacting the organisers. The art show will continue over the weekend from Saturday, March 29 (10.00am – 4.00pm) to Sunday, March 30 (10.00am – 3.00pm) with a gold coin donation requested. Donated art work will be also be raffled, thanks to: Alberteen Lear, Sisi MacFarlane and the late Brian Allison and an onsite cafe will be available all day. Come and support this worthy cause and immerse yourself in work from our talented local artisans. For more information see their Facebook page - peachester art show, email peachesterartshow@ hotmail.com or contact Corinne 5494 9777 or Marnie 5494 9004.

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God said, “Let there be light” Gen 1.3-5

That light, our sun, provides enough FREE ENERGY in one hour to meet the total energy (electricity) needs of the whole of planet earth for ONE YEAR. Perhaps our Hon. Prime Minister and Hon. Premier are not conscious of this fact, because neither one, nor their Governments appear to support solar. The most ridiculous decision a Government in the SUNSHINE STATE could make is to cancel the previous ban on electric hot water services and now permit and encourage Queenslanders to forget the FREE ENERGY from the sun and install an ELECTRICAL hot water service. Sure it sounds like a looney decision. But remember the Queensland Government statutory bodies own the COAL FIRED power generators, so this decision is to ensure that MORE polluting coal is burnt to keep Energex and the power houses in business.

Households to abandon the grid – CSIRO report Nearly 100 years ago, blacksmiths everywhere had thriving businesses shoeing all the horses and doing general engineering. They no doubt scoffed at the new “horse-less carriage”. It was a novelty, it was dangerous, it was a fad that would fade away. But the blacksmiths faded away and the “horse-less carriage” is still with us. The CSIRO can see that solar will not fade

away, but the grid will fade away in its present form. Probably the decision makers in Energex would rather not consider the current change to their falling power demand. We believe it would be wise of them to learn to live with the changing times, and in particular redesign their business model so that they can take advantage of the new form of electricity generation (renewables), and plan to purchase this and distribute it

to the businesses and households who still choose to use distributed power. The time is approaching when the coal fired polluting power stations will be abandoned. For those critics, other countries are storing their day time collected energy in batteries and redistributing it in the night time. It is feasible, practical and is being done. Energex could do it too.

The electricity missing link In 1989, we began our backyard business of generating and storing free electricity to rural 5 acre farmlets. The electricity was collected in the day time, partly used that day and the surplus stored in batteries, which provided the energy storage for the night time hours. Three years ago we inspected 3 solar panel manufacturers in China (5 factories) and a battery manufacturer. In the next few weeks, Ty is going back to China to re-inspect the same battery manufacturer. This manufacturer is unequivocally the leading lithium-ion battery manufacturer in the world. The batteries have a 16 year life, even if

you constantly (daily) use all their capacity and at the end of 16 years, their capacity has only been reduced by 20%. So expect about 20+ years of life. We should have them in stock before May. They are designed for people with existing solar systems, and are styled as a ‘Plug and Play’ system – very little is involved in installation. Once a household has this storage, they can then provide ALL of their daily energy needs for FREE. This is what the CSIRO has reported is going to happen. Naturally, the electricity grid will never be the same again. Their customer base will be constantly shrinking – just like the blacksmith’s

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customer base. The house being built next to our office on Jeffreys Road, Glass House Mountains is not grid or mains water connected. It is purposely designed to show you how you can live without the grid (and it is a 3 phase house as well, with no gas). We will be using these batteries until the hydrogen fuel cell becomes available later this year, then we will switch to that.

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Coochin Creek Bushland Group

Last Monday’s meeting resulted in an excellent effort by a small crew in removing a jungle of introduced grasses around our rock holes planted area. You could almost hear the sigh of relief from our buried natives as the weeds were removed. Remaining areas will be removed by a council contractor (Jeff Raynor and his team), who will also prepare our new wetland planting area in Emma Park and treat weeds in the existing natural wetland off Hickory Drive. If the area is ready, April 11 will be our first planting for the new SEQ Catchments project (as seen in Glasshouse Country News, Edition March 5), which is receiving great support from GMAN based at Glass House Mountains. Otherwise, weeding will continue elsewhere in the region. Meeting place is our green sign located near the waterholes, enter from Hickory Drive. Everyone is welcome to take part in this community project, which will return degraded wetland in Emma Park to a healthy state. The group’s next meetings are on Monday, April 7 and Friday, April 11 (it is usually the 3rd Friday of the month, but have been moved to this date to avoid Easter). Thanks are due to Cr Rick Baberowski and council’s Conor Jenkins and Rhonda Martin for council support. For enquiries, ring Roger Callen on 0435 347 662.

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Contributed by Kerry Gillam Congratulations to one of our Toastmaster members. Muriel Smith won the Table Topics Section at the Central Division Conference and now goes on to represent us at the District level. Please ring Kerry 5949 0161 or Martine 5496 9855 for information on our meetings, where you can aim to achieve or just have fun and sit back and relax. Visitors welcome to Church on the Rise, Peachester Road, Beerwah. Muriel with her trophy

Beerwah Lions Club

Contributed by Bob Banner At its March dinner meeting, the Beerwah Lions Club was pleased to welcome Jo Pratt from the Diabetic Health Clinic as guest speaker. Jo, who is a fully qualified clinical nurse, spoke at length on diabetes, and the need for everyone, not just diabetics, to get back to basics on nutrition. A healthy diet consists largely of foods derived from plants, she said. The Diabetic Health Clinic was formed by Jo and her husband Peter, after seeing a community need. Although the clinic is based in Glass House Mountains, its achievements are receiving recognition over a much wider area. The meeting was chaired by first vice president Patricia Jutila.

Horseless Carriage Club

Contributed by Ken and Wendy Lonie Peachester local Eric Bourke and his XA Falcon are a welcome addition to the wide range of member’s cars in the Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club. This vehicle was bought off the original owner in 2000 and is immaculate inside and out including the original beige interior. It has 58,000 miles on the speedo, is a 3 speed automatic, has a standard V8 351 cubic inch engine and is a pleasure to drive. Our Clubhouse in the Priscilla Cottage precinct, Maleny, has been erected and is currently undergoing an internal fit-out. This has been achieved with mostly volunteer labour, members enthusiastically supporting the working bees over the last few months. We are indebted to the members of the Priscilla Historical Club for making us feel welcome to share their precinct in what we hope will be an excellent arrangement far into the future. Funds for the project have been raised by members with raffles, Christmas lunch, garage sales, cake stalls and also a welcome grant. A kitchen has been installed and plans are underway to construct shelves for a dedicated library to house the Club’s vast collection of car related books. The monthly meeting will now be held at our Clubhouse on the 3rd Friday of the month at 7.00pm. Thirty members attended the Club’s social breakfast at Bressan Café of Flaxton, hosted by Thierry Clerc - all agreeing it was a perfect venue. New members are always welcome - Club members and their vehicles are often involved in static displays and enjoy Club rallies, exploring our wonderful hinterland and ‘road testing’ many of our fine eateries.

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Caloundra Family History Research Contributed by Roz Kuss We held one of our regular tutorials on Thursday, March 13, in the meeting room at the research facility at Corbould Park Racecourse, Pierce Avenue, Little Mountain. Valerie Thornton and Roz Kuss showed how to use the popular UK website FreeBMD and 24 members were there to take advantage of the on-screen demonstration. These demonstrations, on a number of websites, are held often, for members to learn how to utilise the sites when doing their research. The calendar on the group’s website at www. caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au will give dates and times for demonstrations. The research facility and library, accessed through Gate 2 at the Corbould Park Racecourse, is open every Thursday and Saturday, with opening times, and a map, on the website.

There is plenty of parking right beside the facility, which has wheelchair access. Enquiries are welcomed by contacting June on 5493 2679, Roz on 5493 1197, or Dawn on 5492 2208. The group can also be reached by email at caloundrafamilyres@y7mail.com

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The Power of Raw

The Healthy Guru is excited to be joined by a great Foodie, Liz GilbertGrant. Leanda the business owner of The Healthy Guru Beerwah met Liz at one of her workshops on the Gold Coast and found the workshop so informative and the food so yummy that after a quick talk both ladies agreed to host a Raw Food workshop at Beerwah. (See details below) Identifying the need for us to be more informed about the nutrition in our foods today, Leanda owner of (The Healthy Guru) is very passionate about what our foods can give us and the ways they can impact on our bodies and mind. So the chance to work with Liz is most welcomed, we hope to bring a new insight in what creating a good diet can achieve for your own personal wellness. In our clinics we get asked a lot about meal planning and preparations and in our workshop we will show just how quick, easy and inexpensive great meals can be served quickly and full of nutrition for the whole family.

I’m Liz GilbertGrant For over 30 years I have passionately taught people how to make exquisitely delicious and simple raw food. My style of raw food is all about eating what you love in abundance and not restricting yourself to a diet, because it’s about more than the food. It’s about love, community and simplicity. For many people, raw food has become an overcomplicated and commercialised ‘alternative diet’. What I hope to show you is that raw food does not have to be complicated or expensive. It doesn’t even have to be a diet! Raw food can help you. My talks, courses and classes are about more than food. I love to connect with people and set them on a path towards connection with their own personal truth. It’s about the power of love, nurturing and good spirit. Raw food doesn’t have to be a restrictive diet. In my experience it can be the the easiest and yummiest way to achieve an amazing life of clarity, vibrancy, community and Sunday April 13 wellbeing.

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Yoga & Meditation Circles timetable Monday 9am Yoga General Class, Beerwah Community Hall Monday 7.30pm Meditation & Development, Beerwah Community Hall Tuesday 7pm Men’s Meditation, Hinterland Boxing Club Wednesday 7pm Yoga Beginners/General, Beerwah Community Hall Price: Guru members $9, Non-member $12 Cash on the door, or eftpos available at The Healthy Guru Guru membership is free – please enquire Bring: water bottle, yoga mat/towel, cushion (optional)

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School News Funky visitor to Beerwah

Contributed by Margaret Grambauer Students from Prep to Year 3 at Beerwah State School were excited when they participated in sessions by Chris Collin, ‘Funkybooks’ author. The presentations by Chris were sponsored by the school to engage students with literature and to help improve reading and writing. Chris inspired students to read by showing how a book can ‘come to life’ and how the story came about. Students read ‘Funky Chicken and A Bug Called Doug’, which is currently being released. They engaged with the puppets from the story and were able to identify and discuss the

characters. Students enjoyed participating in the ‘Funky Chicken’ song and dance.

School leaders take a tour Contributed by Katrina DeClara Beerburrum State School Principal, Mr Damien Pinches and Year 7 teacher Mr Jason Jenkinson recently took our school leaders to Brisbane for the annual National Young Leaders Day conference. This is an annual event aimed at developing strong leadership values amongst young Australians. The conference proved to be an excellent opportunity for our leaders to hear from a number of inspirational speakers about their stories of what it means to be a leader. The theme of the day was, ‘I am somebody’.

As the day unfolded the students quickly learnt that this theme addressed the key message that, no matter what your personal or social circumstances, everybody has the ability to be a great leader. Some of the inspirational speakers included Australian Para Olympian Karni Liddell, Children’s Author Andy Griffiths and Australia Zoo Director Wes Mannion. Although a long and tiring day after an early morning train ride into the city, all students gained valuable advice, encouragement and inspiration to lead themselves and others well.

Students say no to bullying Contributed by Kylie Merola Landsborough State School recently turned orange as students participated in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. This annual day provides a focus for all schools to say Bullying. No Way! It was a great opportunity to involve students in activities that promote a safe and supportive school environment.

Student leaders together with the school chaplain and principal making the anti-bullying pledge

Sienna Paterson decorated her T-shirt with a very clear message

Year 11 Hospitality students at Glasshouse Country Christian College have been running a cafe every Friday morning outside the Hospitality kitchen. They have all had a turn at taking orders, making milkshakes and being a runner from front to back-of-house. One week the students did an Monique Newell ‘Oreo Milkshake’ and they had specialised in trouble keeping up with the making caramel supply. milkshakes The first couple of cafés were such a success that it gave GCCC’s Head of Hospitality, Julie Peters, an idea to share the benefits with others. The following weeks the café was run with all the proceeds going to the Buy-a-Bale project through Aussie Helpers to assist farmers suffering from the Isabelle Westaway Queensland drought. enjoys her The line-up for a milkshake was milkshake huge the following week and the café raised $550.00 for the farmers.

World’s greatest shave

Submitted by Beerwah SHS Student Council Beerwah State High School recently held its annual World’s Greatest Shave fundraiser event. Hundreds of students gathered in the Performing Arts court yard to watch as several students and Mr Brace – our leadership coordinator - shaved their heads. As an added bonus this year Mr Bogatek also removed his six-month-old ‘Wolverine’ beard. The main event, however, occurred when several very brave senior boys volunteered to have their legs waxed. The event raised over $800.00 for the Leukaemia Foundation, which will help support people with blood cancer and their families. Special thanks must go to the School’s Student Council whose hard work resulted in the day being a resounding success.

Throughout the day, classes were visited by school chaplain, Linda Whysall, and adopt-a-cop, Susan Lowndes to discuss the effects of bullying and strategies to deal with bullying behaviour. Students were given rubber arm bands saying ‘take a stand together bullying, no way!’ All students from Prep to Year 7 then came together at a special assembly where they took a pledge against bullying. It was a day the children will remember and helped reinforce the existing everyday message that bullying is not okay at any time.

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The end of March will see the end of an era in Mooloolah and simultaneously an exciting new era for Mooloolah Hair Studio. Eleven years ago, Dee Stephens took on ownership of Mooloolah Hair Studio. Dee became the very proud new owner / operator and set about creating her ideal hair salon in the idyllic township that she had chosen as her new home. In 2004, Kristy Griffith took on a hairdressing apprenticeship as Dee’s trainee. She worked through her apprenticeship and then stepped up to become the trades senior at Mooloolah Hair Studio. Many locals were sad (but happy for her) when Kristy left to marry and start a family. So now we’re happy to announce that Kristy is coming back as the new proud owner of Mooloolah Hair Studio and will again be working alongside the team of girls – Christine and Jacinta.

Kristy is really excited about her return to ‘The Studio’ and to the community which she loves and has grown up in. At the end of an era comes elation for Dee at the prospect of long-term travelling, coupled with the sadness associated with parting from so many great friends and loyal customers. “I want all of the great friends that I have made through the shop to know that I will miss them,” said a teary Dee. “I am so grateful to everyone for the years of support – and grateful for all the laughter, sharing and caring that has made the journey unreal and memorable.”

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Locals supporting locals in Mooloolah

Ken Grant from Mooloolah IGA with Mooloolah Soccer Club's Lochlan and Simon Smith

The Mooloolah IGA is a great example of how your local money spent in a local business circulates to give a hand to local groups. Last week, Ken Grant, Manager at Mooloolah IGA handed over a $900.00 cheque to the Mooloolah Soccer Club. Simon Smith, President of Mooloolah Soccer, said that the money – which came from local shoppers via the IGA’s community chest – will be well spent by the sporting club. “We’ll be using it to buy much-needed new goal posts and nets, which you can imagine are vital

for a soccer club,” he said. “Mooloolah IGA has been a great supporter of our club and they supply us with food and materials for our clubhouse. They have also donated items such as fans and eskies to assist our club in making the Mooloolah Soccer Club experience one of the best on the Coast for local kids. “The Mooloolah Soccer Club is proud to work with local business and to promote the ‘I give a Moo for Mooloolah’ campaign to encourage locals to support local businesses,” said Simon.

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Dave McDonald, his daughter ‘Solar girl’ and family have made Mooloolah their home because they value community. David and his brother Troy McDonald are solar power specialists running McDonald Solar and Electrical. They are passionate about quality and value solar power, having installed around 1000 systems on the Sunshine Coast over the last six years. Many local clients value their service, as they are friendly, helpful, quality installers. Dave has a simple message about the value of solar. “If you went to the bank with $5,000 - $6,000 and they offered to give you $3,600, plus a minimum of 10% - 20% return per year on your investment, guaranteed over 25+ years, increasing over time, you would grab it with both hands,” he said. “Essentially, that is what solar power offers and more. “Even after the removal of the 8c feed-in tariff, solar power still offers a huge return on what is a small investment, which will only get bigger as

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The Block comes to Mooloolah Last Tuesday afternoon the team at Mitre 10 Mooloolah hosted a fun event for local families with special guests on the day, Brad and Dale from the television show ‘The Block’.

MOOLOOLAH MECHANICAL

The community came together and enjoyed the sausage sizzle, a jumping castle and some games and prizes for the crowd.

Ciara Buckley with Ziah, Lulu and Milli and Renee Hackney with Riley, Cooper and Eli enjoying one of the mouth-watering sausages

Old fashioned service and honesty at an affordable price

er Owner Pete Hom

Logbook services Roadworthys Repairs & Maintenance Welding Light Trucks

Mooloolah State School P&C mums Shona Hume and Selina Stewart kept busy on the barbecue

Mobile service available, or free pick up and delivery Bianca, Kysha, Chantelle and Tracey Judge get a great spot to see Brad and Dale

Mooloolah Lions at the sausage sizzle, Lyle Smith, Mary Herbert, Michelle Tunbridge and Lynda Flanigan

Mitre 10's Nicole and Daryl with the Block’s Brad and Dale

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CAN YOU AFFORD NOT TO HAVE SOLAR? Do you find solar power confusing? Did you miss the $8000 federal government rebate for solar, the 44c feed in tariff, the Solar Credits scheme and now the 8c FIT? Don’t miss out on thousands of dollars worth of solar incentives. Take care of your family’s future. Get your solar power installed before it’s too late and generate potential savings of over $1000 p.a

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Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Hinterland Body and Soul

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Summer has come to an end and the seasonal change will affect your skin. Autumn is the ideal season for skin regeneration treatments and the perfect time to take special care. The following are just a few tips for taking care through the autumn and winter months. The three basics of skin care should be cleanse, exfoliate and moisturise. Your summer moisturiser may not be as successful now, especially if you have dry skin. You may want to switch to a richer moisturiser for the cooler months. A good lip balm is also very handy as chapped lips are not fun. Our ASAP Hydrating Lip Balm with SPF15 is magic on lips. Microdermabrasion deeply exfoliates and polishes the skin to stimulate new cell growth. It safely removes dead skin cells and unclogs pores.

An Anti-aging facial is a great way to revitalise your skin. It will improve your skin's water retention, hydrate and stimulate cell regeneration. At Hinterland Body and Soul we have a monthly special. Microdermabrasion / Sonophoresis is on special for the month of April. Come in or call us for details. We are located between the Laundromat and the Post Office at shop 5, 5 Turner Street, Beerwah. Ph: 5494 0546. Like us on Facebook.

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Does your business offer services or advice on beauty, �itness, hairdressing, nails, natural therapies or weight management? Our Health, Beauty and Wellbeing pages are where locals look when they want to be beautiﬁed from top to toe, get healthy or lose weight.

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Living April at the Beerwah Library With Dell and Amanda – Librarians

with the Superdads Time for a ‘Time Out’

By Peter Voigt (rhythm guitarist/vocalist for The Superdads)

A very happy 2014 to you all! Although three months have already slipped away without blinking, it’s not too late for one more New Year’s resolution, is it? C’mon, this one’s for your kids, so ride with me for a while and transport the idea a few pedals: you can do it! I’m sure most of you are familiar with the behavioural ‘time out’ system, and probably have already used it with your children in some way. I want you to take this idea, shake it up, and add a little bit of lemon twist. Grab a few old paddle pop sticks and write the words ‘Time Out’ on them. Now give a couple of them (the amount is up to you – but don’t be shy) to each child and advise them they can use each stick once a week / month (your choice) to force you to have a time out. Now I’m not talking about when your anger is at 11! When presented with a stick, you promise to take ‘time out’ of your very busy week to do something one on one with them for a few minutes, half an hour, or whatever you decide. This is a great way to force yourself to step back and realise how important it is to spend time with your kids. If you’re like me (I know you are) you find yourself all too often saying things like, “I can’t right now. I’ve got to ……” When you really think about it, many of our ‘got to’ tasks really aren’t that pressing or important. What will really happen if it doesn’t get done now? So give the time out system a crack. Trust me; your children will love the power of being able to force you to abandon a task for 15 minutes. It’s like having their own genie bottle. 

The Superdads – we are a bunch of guys who love playing music and have formed a band. Their name came from something their guitarist Pete said once… “I don’t just want to be an average dad, I want to be an exceptional dad” – the idea resonated with them.

Time poor and can’t get to the Library? Heard about free eBooks, eMusic and more, but don’t know how to access? As part of our regular column we would like to mention the special benefits of becoming a member at the library! For our first segment we would like to encourage all our time poor residents to become a member online. Access the website and enter in a few simple details including your email address and you can become an online member of Sunshine Coast Libraries which entitles you to book computers and make reservations (email required for notification). To upgrade to a full membership with borrowing privileges, visit your local Sunshine Coast Libraries branch, present proof of your name and current address and complete an application for membership. Our school holiday sessions are coming up. Get in quick to book your place. Wednesday, April 9, 1.00pm - 3.00pm Manga Bombing - Cover bookends and equipment from the library with manga comics using decoupage and layering techniques. Activity suitable for children aged 12 - 17 years only. Bookings essential. Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 16 from 10.00am - 11.00am. Easter Craft - Make a clever craft for Easter. Activity suitable for children aged nine to 12 years only. Free. Bookings essential. JP Service now on Saturdays. We are pleased to announce that a JP service is available from 10.00am to 12.00noon on Saturdays. This trial service will run until the middle of May. Please note that the library will be closed for the public holidays – Good Friday, April 18, Easter Monday, April 21 and Anzac Day, April 25. And our regular sessions: • Baby Rhyme Time held Thursdays at 10.30am for infants aged birth to one year. Please note the day change. • Story Time for Toddlers held Tuesdays at 10.30am for children aged one to five years. • Computer help on a wide variety of topics. Bookings are essential. • Justice of the Peace service on Mondays and Thursdays 10.00am - 12.30pm. All events are free.

Contact your library on 1300 542 727 or visit us at 25 Peachester Road.

www.superdads.com.au

Visitor Information Centre Update By Bev Hooley It has been nearly six months since I became the Ambassador Coordinator for the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, managing the centres in Caloundra, Montville and here at Glass House. In particular, I have watched the Glass House centre expand in both numbers and knowledge, and as the teams grow, it has been my pleasure to host barbecues and afternoon teas to get to know each ambassador/volunteer and say thank you for the effort and time they put in to keep our wonderful centre open. The Glasshouse Information Centre has become a hub of 40 plus local volunteers available to staff the centre and pass on their incredible local knowledge to visitors and locals. We have undertaken an intensive familiarisation program visiting local tourism operators to enable informed and personal experience to be offered. Recently, we spent time at the Eco Lodge with Robyn showing us around the unique accommodation including the train carriages which provide a really lovely experience for those wanting something different. We have also visited Bankfoot House and were very lucky to have guided tour learning about the history of the place and the efforts towards getting this attraction open to the public. Our team has also done a refresher of just how beautiful the local area is by visiting Ngungun, Tibrogargan and the lookout, a personal view is by far the best advert we can give to a visitor. We are looking forward to expanding this familiarisation program to offer more opportunities to ambassadors/volunteers and local operators. Currently in the centre, you can see a Segway display from a local operator. If you have never seen one first hand, they are quite strange but a lot of fun, and surprisingly very easy to ride. We also have a display from a local artist with beautiful pictures of the mountains and local area and you can view mosaics too, all locally crafted. If you would like to be welcomed into our team here at Glass House, call in for a chat and pick up an application form. I look forward to our amazing journey ahead.

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Dine In

with Lea Parkes

7 Secrets Pizza

While we might now be in autumn, there definitely doesn’t seem any sign that the days are getting cooler, so I was pleased to see that the team from 7 Secrets at Glass House Mountains have introduced Iced Coffee and Chocolate, Frappes and Smoothies to their menu. Generally when I duck in on a hot day – I spend my time checking if they have blood orange sorbet in their Gelati cabinet (yes this is my notso-secret addition) however, last week Courtney made me a skinny iced frappe. I have to say – wow! It tasted great and totally hit the spot, next time I think I might give the mango or berry smoothie a try. While I was there I got chatting to Kaylene and Courtney and they very excitedly started talking about the renovations they have planned for the Pizzeria / Café.

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Originally when the business opened the focus was on Pizza and Pasta, however since then they have made many changes, based on what their regular customers want. So during the past year they have expanded their offerings during the day to include freshly made hot chips, along with delicious bakery items supplied by Buck's Bakery as well as a range of premade tasty rolls, panini’s and wraps. The Buck’s Bakery products are proving so popular that they now also sell the bakery’s bread and will also do special pre-orders for customers, including rolls, cakes, bulk orders and catering requirements. Last week they also introduced milk into their cold fridges, as Kaylene explained that quite often people will ask for bread and milk to be delivered with their pizzas at night.

CHEAP TUESDAY All Large Pizzas

Espresso Coffee & Slice $6.00

Handmade Gelato instore now

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Gluten Free Pizza and Pasta now available

Phone orders welcome

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Home Delivery Available surcharge applies

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With plenty of locals loving their day-time offerings, they have decided in the coming months to begin an in-store renovation that will better take advantage of their space to include more inside dining. Once that’s completed, they plan to expand the menu to include breakfast items that they will make to order, and they will start opening earlier on the weekends. Keep an eye out for the changes and if you haven’t tried the gelato, then you are so missing out!

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Any full paying green fee player can go into the draw to win. Keep your receipt and on completion of your game place it in the entry box on the bar with your name and email address on the back. 1 tablet will be drawn every week for one lucky golfer. Good Luck!

Sunday April 13 - Buffet lunch, with live music - $15 - 12noon to 4pm Woodford Blues Connection April 5 1st Saturday night of every month

- bookings essential Club open 7 days, Bunkers Bistro open Tuesday to Sunday

Golf Course Rd, Woodford

Ph: 5496 1004

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Great eats and treats to find locally!

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OPEN 7am - 4pm Tues - Sun Closed Mondays & Public Holidays

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Monday to Friday

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Happenings Things 2 Do

Out and About

African Feast Dinner Party

eSavvy expo

The staff from the Beerwah Library would like to say thank you to the 'Becoming eSavvy Beerwah Technology expo' participants and supporters. The free expo was held on March 15 and provided many opportunities for the community to become familiar with and learn more about emerging and new technologies. Special mention to the event partners Sunshine Coast U3A Grafx Group, Friends of Beerwah Library and 13 exhibitors who have made this event one to remember on the annual calendar and to councillor Baberowski for opening the Expo.

Local Mooloolah kids Isaac and Zoe, along with their mum Jessica, are hoping to raise $10,000 this year to set up a deep water bore for a disadvantaged school / orphanage in Uganda. As part of the fundraising, the family will be holding monthly dinner parties featuring food from different regions of Africa. The next African Feast Dinner Party is on this Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 from 6.00pm. It will feature South African dishes. Cost is $15.00 per person or $40.00 for a family, with all proceeds going to the cause. Cost includes a hearty meal accompanied by a traditional African nonalcoholic drink and desert, BYO. Hosted at a private residence, places are limited to 20 people. Contact Jessica: 0423 606 926, www.facebook. com/safewater initiativeforugandanschool

Come along to ‘make a difference’ community event

Glasshouse Country Christian College showed Cr Rick Baberowski (centre back) their passion for technology

Local teenage brother and sister, James and Rachel Cran recently spent a month in Kenya working in a slum orphanage. They want to share that experience and encourage others with the journey they have been on. They would encourage parents to bring their children along to their ‘make a difference’ community event on Saturday, April 5 from 4.00pm - 6.00pm at the Mooloolah School Hall, in King Street. This is a free family event, where you will be able to experience Kenyan food, dancing and culture, as well as hearing about life as a slum orphan. You will also be encouraged to make a difference, and learn more about sponsoring a child. While the event is free they would encourage donations for continuing their fundraising.

Pugsley’s Back Singin’ The Blues Di Aspinall and Brian Holliday from U3A show Hazel Orton from Beerwah what courses they have available

Brian Price, of Beerburrum asks Shaun Morrison from Total Microsystems about mobile phone apps

Bram Gibson of Wurtulla learns about 'Green Screen' video technology from Maureen Humphrey of the U3A Graphx

Norma Ashe (Beerwah) gets some tech help from June Rose, who volunteers at the Maleny Library

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The Sunshine Coast Jazz Club and 104.9 Sunshine FM proudly present Pugsley Buzzard, recently returned from rocking the crowds in New Orleans. Performing Sunday, March 30 at the Currimundi Hotel, Pudsley is a unique entertainer, pianist and vocalist like you have never heard before. His sound is distinctive; his shows are exciting and captivating. Pugsley’s music spans the entire spectrum from dark hoodoo blues musings to good time rollicking boogie fuelled piano romps that never fail to get people stompin’ and shakin’. Pugsley will be accompanied by special guests. It promises to be an exciting afternoon at 32 Buderim Street Currimundi from 2.00pm 4.30pm. Doors open at 12.30pm. Tickets $25.00, members $20.00, seniors and concession $22.50. For bookings contact Ted 5491 6017.

‘Suites’ for Nutley Hall Caloundra

The Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra will present ‘How Suite is that’, a concert of light classical music to raise funds to benefit the CCSA Hall, Nutley Street, Caloundra. The orchestra, conducted by Donna McMahon, will perform works of Vaughan Williams, Tchaikovsky, Saint Saëns, Prokofiev, Sibelius, and Dvorak. The concert will be staged at Lake Kawana Community Centre, Saturday, April 5 at 4.00pm. Ticket prices are $20.00 at the door, $15.00 pre-booked/pre-purchased. Tickets can be purchased at the Lake Kawana Community Centre phone: 5413 1400; in person from the Caloundra Community Bank®; or the CCSA Committee 5492 1254. Tickets may also be pre-booked by phoning 5445 5123. For more information please visit www.scso.org.au www.gcnews.com.au

You Said It Send your letter to email: editorial@gcnews.com.au fax: 5438 7446 post: PO Box, 99, Beerwah, 4519 a great variety in what it offers, but these are Re: Ewen Maddock Dam: Fact or with slowly being closed off. I am aware that Seqwater has had its ‘purse strings fiction? (GCNews, March 5) tightened’ but there are several things that could be Ewen Maddock Dam is owned and operated by implemented at little or no cost. Seqwater, South East Queensland’s bulk water 1. It would cost nothing to reopen the dam wall supply authority. walk. The dam was upgraded in December, 2012. These 2. It would cost nothing to open the electric gate works included the installation of special dam to the road along the bottom of the dam, thereby monitoring equipment. To protect this important giving access once again to the boat launching area, infrastructure from damage, the dam wall has been more parking and the picnic area at the other end of permanently closed to the public. Maddock Park, the dam. does however, have over 9km of trails and a lovely 3. The walking track could be widened to waterfront boardwalk that visitors can enjoy. accommodate both walkers and bicycles, or another To ensure the safety of walkers and runners using track could be put in running alongside the existing the designated pedestrian-only trails at Ewen area. Maddock Dam, earlier this year, Seqwater installed A group of people are in the process of organising metal barriers to prevent biking. We also installed a meeting to discuss these and other issues and to new signage to clearly distinguish the pedestrian get a website up and running so they can be heard trails from those designated as multi-use. Seqwater as Seqwater doesn’t seem to be responding to these will also be updating the orientation signage at Ewen concerns. Maddock Dam to make these distinctions clearer for It is worth noting that in all the letters published by all visitors. GCNews regarding Ewen Maddock Dam, there is In the past, the public was able to use the boat only one person who feels that Seqwater are doing ramp located at the entrance to the water treatment the right thing by the public. Seqwater is owned by plant; however safety concerns identified in an the State (that is the people), which is easily verified independent security and safety review have meant on the internet. that the road has been closed to public access. A concerned resident Paddle craft can still launch from Maddock Park and recent improvements resulting from community Re: the proposal for a Motor feedback during Seqwater’s recreation review make it easier for kayakers and canoeists to access the Sports Complex in Beerwah launch point. We have also provided better trailer State Forest parking for those who transport their paddlecraft by As a bush walker I am well aware of the damage trailer. done to the natural environment by the illegal use of In addition, Seqwater is installing a wash down trail bikes in our National Parks and State Forests. facility at Maddock Park so paddlers can remove This biodiversity of the Sunshine Coast area is to be aquatic weeds from canoes and kayaks before and treasured, but is mainly protected in relatively small after using the lake. The wash down bay will also areas of National Park and State forest land. include a foot-wash facility. Last year as a member of Glasshouse Mountains Although trailered boats can no longer be launched Advancement Network, I was part of a team which at Ewen Maddock Dam by members of the public, met with all levels of Government to highlight the there are other Seqwater lakes where trailered boats urgent need to take action to protect our natural can be launched. Visit www.seqwater.com.au/ areas from damage done by illegal use of trail bikes recreation for the recreation activities permitted at and 4wd vehicles. our lakes. I commend the proposal to find a suitable area for We trust that visitors to Ewen Maddock Dam and these ‘noisy sports’ but agree with the Sunshine other Seqwater lakes will continue to enjoy the Coast Environment Council (SCEC), that this is facilities provided. the wrong place! We are led to believe that this Peter Dennis is a degraded area with no environmental value. A/Chief Executive Officer, Seqwater However the aerial view of this forest indicates otherwise. Much of the northern end of the forest, including Not everyone is happy sensitive wetlands will be destroyed in building the It seems that there are quite a few issues being Caloundra interchange. During the consultation raised about Ewen Maddock Dam. In general people phase, community objections were raised regarding don’t seem happy with the changes that have the potential environmental damage to koala happened there, and no-one seems to be listening to habitat, old growth Richmond Birdwing vines and their legitimate concerns. frog habitat. There have been quite radical changes at this dam: The above proposal will further put at risk the the boardwalk, the reshaping and laying of bitumen endangered ecosystems remaining in the area. in the car park, new barbecues etc, but still there is If the above development is to function as a ‘tourist concern in the general community. complex’ with a cost to riders, I question whether After discussing this with a lot of locals as well as this will stop the damage to other natural areas. several clubs that use the facilities there, it seems Unless there are regular patrols to prevent this, and that the issues raised are not what has been given, also to ensure registration of riders, I believe little but what has been taken away regarding access will be achieved. and facilities. Pretty well everyone is happy with the Community consultation on this issue is essential toilets and barbecues. However, previously there including with the bikers. Do they really need was a choice of two areas to swim and picnic, a natural areas to destroy? proper launching area for boats and another parking Gwen Malcolm area (parking is now becoming a problem i.e. not Glass House Mountains enough of it; ditto for swimming areas). Also the dam wall has been closed. This was a Great idea but wrong place lovely gentle walk for the elderly, incapacitated and This seems to be a reaction of many to the Beerwah children. Motorsports proposal. As a large and welcome The walking track, which cyclists have been using venture for the Sunshine Coast, getting the 'right forever, has been closed to them without any prior place’ is important. Suggestions of alternative sites notification, implemented with no thought for clubs being brought forward by a number of organisations and families that enjoy the simple pleasures of the and individuals should be seriously considered. dam. Some of the alternative locations (degraded This area plays a big part in people’s lives. The coast plantation sites) are even close to the proposed has beaches and parks. In this area we have a dam site but do not have the detrimental environmental www.gcnews.com.au

impacts that the current preferred site appears to have. An EPBC Act Protected Matters Report conducted on the proposed Bruce Highway Upgrade Caloundra Road / Steve Irwin Way which sits adjacent to the proposed motorsport facility lists two Endangered species, nine Vulnerable species, and three Near-threatened species of fauna and flora, 11 of which are known in the area, plus three others which are likely to occur there. When there are choices available which can avoid further impacting on this biodiversity, why wouldn't they be preferable? Another factor that comes to mind is that some motorcycle enthusiasts may have second thoughts about paying to use the motorsport complex. The facility to which this proposed one is being compared to (Queensland Moto Park) has fees in the order of $25.00 to $54.00 per adult / day; $25.00 to $34.00 under 16 years / day, plus $10.00 for anyone arriving without an online booking. With the amount of illegal but readily available sites (forestry, national parks, etc.) in the area, cost will likely be a deciding factor for many enthusiasts. The EOI blames the lack of appropriate facilities for the illegal use; to ensure that the proposed facility lives up to expectation (decreases the amount of illegal use) appropriate, dedicated resources should be provided by the State to monitor and prosecute as necessary any illegal use. Currently, requests for illegal users to be apprehended gets conveniently passed from authority to authority all citing a lack of resources, and as a result, nothing gets done to curb illegal use and the environmental vandalism in our National Parks, conservation areas and the like. Cliff Schnick Glass House Mountains

Thanks

A huge thank you to all the wonderful people in and around Beerwah. It is such a wonderful place to live. Every morning I wake up and thank my lucky stars to be so fortunate to be a part of the community here. Keep up the good work Beerwah! Jillian Watt Beerwah

Seats have been returned

I noticed when I was in town one day, that the seats had been removed on the footpath, because of the work being done in Simpson Street. I thought of the people in our town and went into the road works office. I spoke to Russell and requested seats be returned temporarily until the work was finished. I am pleased to say he listened to me. Thank you Russell. Norma Stevens, Beerwah

Conditions

Please keep your letters under 300 words, your name, address and daytime phone number must be supplied. Letters must focus on issues and not be personal attacks on individuals. Letters may be edited.

Landsborough Museum Mystery Object

Do YOU know what it is?

The first three people to ring the Museum on 5494 1755 with the correct answer will win a free family pass to visit the Museum.

Last week’s answer – A coffee grinder Congratulations to last week’s winners – D & V Tounther & T Canhan Open: Sun, Wed, Thurs and Fri 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Closed Mon, Tues & Sat

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Rick Baberowski

Division 1 Councillor Sunshine Coast Council P: 5420 8987

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This is a perfect time of year to visit our delightful village of Peachester and see the excellent local Art Show exhibiting over 30 artists. We have a remarkable depth and quality of arts in our community and I’m looking forward to opening the exhibition on Friday, March 28 at 6.45pm. The programmed events run from Friday night through to Sunday.

Skippy Park

I mentioned in my last column that the road entry upgrade at Skippy Park was about to get underway. The construction timing of the upgrade has been slightly revised and the work is now expected to be completed in late April.

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When the construction work concludes, Simpson Street will become an even more pedestrian friendly environment for locals and visitors. We will be able to better enjoy the food outlets and move safely between the retail precincts and leafy landscaped areas. Part of the work to create a slower environment includes the recent installation of a flat top hump near Aldi and two raised pedestrian crossings. For the duration of construction the speed limit has been reduced to 40km and will still only be 50km when the project is complete. In the meantime, spread the word that Beerwah is a great place to shop locally and I encourage everyone to drive to the new conditions as we get used to new lane and parking configurations and a slower, friendlier pace along Simpson Street.

Wildlife encounters

If you haven't taken the family to your Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens in Tanawha yet, here is a great excuse to go; council is hosting an impressive range of interactive workshops for children during April. Learn hands-on bush detective skills and explore nature in the unique garden setting that blends adventure, art and the natural environment. Council’s Community Hub website has all the details.

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The Mooloolah breakfast meeting is scheduled on the first Thursday of every month at 7.30am at Thunderbird Café, the next meeting will be on April 3.

New trees for Mooloolah

I was pleased to help support the Mooloolah River Waterwatch & Landcare Inc this month with the planting of 80 new trees and shrubs at the Mooloolah Recreation Grounds along with guards, stakes, mats and ties to keep them secure. Thanks also must go to the wonderful Japanese exchange students from Caloundra Christian College who assisted with the planting.

E-waste success

Following on from the highly successful free e-waste recycling events early last year, in August, council introduced a free ongoing service at its waste facilities. I’m excited to share that collectively council’s waste transfer stations saved 1000 tonnes from landfill in 2013 with every knob, wire and screen now on its way to becoming something new. But still many residents aren’t aware this remains freely available. So let’s stay ahead of the game – Australians are among the highest users of technology and e-waste is one of the fastest growing types of waste. For further information check council’s website or visit your local transfer station with your unwanted TVs and computers.

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Experience a wildlife encounter

From writing and illustrating a mini drama about an endangered butterfly to learning hands-on ‘bush detective’ skills, there’s a variety of fun, creative and educational children’s workshops lined up these April school holidays at the Arts & Ecology Centre at Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden 33 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha. Community Programs Portfolio holder and Division 5 Councillor Jenny McKay said she was incredibly impressed with the imaginative, interactive and artistic programs Sunshine Coast Council had planned for children at the Centre from April 8 to 16. “The children’s workshops at the Arts & Ecology Centre have been developed to ensure children are entertained while the facilitators build their understanding of wildlife from both a practical and theoretical perspective,” Cr McKay said. Workshops include; Bush Detectives with Geckoes Wildlife on Tuesday, April 8 (10.30am – 12.00noon, six+ years) and Creating Wildlife Habitat (1.00pm – 3.00pm, six+ years) where children can construct habitats made from recycled materials. On Wednesday, April 9, Wildlife Art - cute, furry or scaly animals drawn using mixed media is on offer from (10.00am – 11.30am and 12.00noon – 1.30pm, six+ years). Tuesday, April 15 has two sessions of weaving eco-nests from natural fibre, which once completed will contain a painted egg. (9.30am – 11.00am and 11.00am – 12.30pm, material cost $5.00 per person, seven+ years) Wednesday, April 16 sees children writing and illustrating a mini drama about the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly (9.30am – 11.00am six+ years). Also on Wednesday, April 16 are two workshops of Creature Weavers where children can create a large communal butterfly weaving for display at the Arts & Ecology Centre (12.00noon – 1.30pm and 2.00pm – 3.30pm, six+ years) Bookings for the following Wildlife Encounters workshops are essential as places are limited. A registration fee of $5.00 per participant can be paid online at the time of booking at www. community.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/events

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Local groups • Hibiscus Society, North Moreton Region – no meeting this month as it’s their annual beach picnic. To find out more, please call Gynith 5498 7757. • Society for Growing Australian Plants (SGAP) – April 13, at Willandra Place, Mapleton. BYO lunch or a picnic to share. Tea and coffee provided. 2.00pm property walk. All welcome. Enquiries phone 5494 9187. • Hibiscus Society, Sunshine Coast Branch – April 13, at Woombye School of Arts Hall, Woombye. New members and visitors very welcome. Morning tea at 10.00am prior to the meeting. See beautiful Hibiscus blooms on display. For more information call 5476 2771. • Glasshouse Country Orchid Society – April 6 at Stan and Nancy Henry's home in Glass House. For more information please contact Jan Gresham on 5494 2301. • Peachester Garden Club – April 17, meet at 9.00am at the Peachester Hall to carpool to LeJardin Garden Centre & Café on Mountain View Road, Maleny. No competition bench this meeting. All interested plant lovers welcome. For more information, call Trish on 5496 9169. • Open Garden – April 19 and 20. ‘The Shambles’, 85 Western Avenue, Montville, 9.30am – 4.30pm, entry $5.00, children free. Proceeds go to maintaining the historic Old Hunchy School community centre.

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The Sunshine Coast Branch will be holding their next monthly meeting on Sunday, April 13, at Woombye School of Arts Hall, Blackall Street Woombye, 10.00am morning tea 10.30am meeting. All welcome. Come and see quality blooms on display. Contact Audrey on 5476 2771.

Hall hire

Are you looking for a space where you can meet, or hold a group meeting? The Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre can help. The hall is available for hire for $20.00, a three hour session. The hall is well equipped with chairs, tables, video facilities, fans, heaters, a whiteboard, kitchen facilities and two toilets. We are situated in Ryan Street Glass House Mountains (opposite Australia Post). For further information contact the Centre. Phone: 5438 7000. Fax: 5438 7100, or e-mail admin@ghmnc.com

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Saturday, April 5, 7.30pm - 11.30pm. NV/OT/M. Music by Commodores, $10.00 includes supper, Monte Carlo raffle and lucky door prize. Great atmosphere, all welcome. Proceeds go to the community hall fund. Enquiries to Aileen 5496 9349.

Anglican Maori Mission Sunshine Coast Inc. Join us for lunch, music and thanks on the 1st Sunday each month with Rev Maurice Rangiwai from 10.00am to 1.00pm. The next meeting will be on April 6. All welcome. Marae Gardens 404 Steve Irwin Way, Beerburrum. Phone 0419 789 294 for more information.

Satsang Saturday

Beerwah Library Meeting Room on Saturday, March 29 from 9.00am - 11.30am. This month will feature Louise Hay ‘You Can Heal Your Life’ DVD and discussion. Morning tea to share. For more information phone Peter on 0429 918 424.

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A hub for Peachester

Contributed by Pastor Margaret Niethe Last Christmas the community Uniting Church at Peachester held a community carol service which was a great success. Patrons on that occasion spoke of a desire to come together more often and on March 30 at 6.00pm an Ecumenical Service with supper to follow will take place. This is an exciting step to recreate a Peachester hub for this beautiful scenic spot. Each Tuesday a prayer service is held at 4.30pm and on May 6 a prayer service will be held. The service is to focus on chaplaincy in the local area, and will be led by chaplain Mike Turner. I look forward to sharing more about future events as they come to fruition.

Breast cancer fundraiser

Beerwah Hotel is hosting fundraising event on Friday, March 28, the ‘Pink Theme Night’ which will be fun night at the Wah Bar where glow straws and cups will be sold to raise funds for the cause.

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Raffle Results - Lucky door – Bottle of wine, 54A orange clubs – Marie, IGA voucher - 11A orange clubs – Yvonne. We have an all new fresh produce menu and new hours, Fridays - meals and bar from 4.00pm, Saturday - lunch and bar 11.00am – 1.00pm and Sunday - brunch from 9.30am 11.30am. All welcome. We look forward to your support and patronage.

Meditation

Free classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 7.00pm - 8.30pm at the Beerwah Library. The class introduces method and technique to beginners, as well as encouraging and supporting practitioners. For more information phone Peter 0429 918 424.

An extraordinary journey

Timothy Cassidy from Byron Bay, an experienced and gifted practitioner, will share his remarkable

story and offer spiritual readings on Friday, April 4 at the Masons’ Hall, Tamarind Street, Maleny. Tim has taught in numerous modalities including: spirit medium, clairvoyant, rebirthing, kinesiology, agne hotra, pranic and crystal healing, reiki, spiritual art and martial arts, spiritual /animal / angel guide channeling, etc. $15.00, concession $5.00.

Cancer morning tea

Queensland Country Women’s Association are hosting a cancer morning tea at Peachester Hall on Wednesday, April 9, from 9.30am until 11.30am. There will be a multi draw raffle – tickets $1.00, with lots of prizes, all kindly donated. There will be a guest speaker, as well as the Singing Belles Choir, a crockery display and a delightful morning tea. Admission is $10.00 and includes a lucky door.

The Range Cancer Support Group

The group will meet 12.30pm - 2.30pm on the first Friday of the month with the next meeting being Friday, April 4 at the Maleny Neighborhood Centre 17 Bicentenary Lane. All are welcome, we are a friendly supportive group open to anyone impacted by cancer; this includes carers and family members. Bring your own lunch, tea and coffee is provided. A gold coin donation pays for the room hire. Contact Jenni 5435 2357.

Diary Dates Monday, March 31

Please note the Beerwah CWA will be hosting their meeting at the hall on Simpson Street from 10.00am (and not April 7 as originally planned)

Wednesday, April 2

Menshed meets 8.30am – 12.30pm at the Recycle Market Shed, Beerwah Resource Recovery Centre, Roberts Road, Beerwah. For more information phone Bob on 0427 606 240.

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Ken Goodger Glasshouse Country Anglican Church In a major scientific discovery last week, physicists in the US say they have found direct evidence of the aftermath that came after the Big Bang explosion took place, some 13.7 billion years ago. While people interested in science may find this discovery great news, for most people, this may spark a small amount of interest, but we will go about our daily lives without giving it much further thought. I find the ‘Big Bang Theory’ as it is known, to be fascinating. From a small amount of matter, so densely packed together that it was about the size of a cricket ball, the whole amazing universe that we inhabit a tiny part of, came into being. To my mind this is a bit hard to comprehend. And for many people, it is something they cannot believe happened, especially as the Bible account of creation suggests that everything started only a bit over 6,000 years ago. Using the chronology of the Kings James Bible, seventeenth-century Vice Chancellor of the University of Cambridge, Archbishop James Ussher, worked out that the universe was created at 9.00am on Sunday, October, 23 in 4004 BC.

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Personally, I’m OK with the idea that the universe is 13.7 billion years old, but I wonder how that small cricket-ball sized lump of matter got there, and how it got going. Chance? Accident? God? Looking out at the night sky or down a beautiful valley, listening to a Mozart piano concerto or a child’s laugh, tasting a fresh cob of corn with butter dripping down my cheeks or a fine Pinot Grigio (hopefully not dripping down my cheeks), I firmly believe that it was a benevolent, generous God who started everything and who is still active in his creation. There is still so much that science hasn’t found out about the universe, and probably won’t ever find out. So perhaps there is room in our modern, scientific minds to believe that there is something more to our universe and our lives than what we can comprehend in our little corner of space and time. God Bless.

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Running wild at Wild Horse Mountain

Local running enthusiasts Brett Standring and Alun Davies just love running. And they want to make sure that the fantastic experience of trail running – as opposed to track or road running – is easy for anyone to enjoy, no matter what their level of fitness or experience. Brett, who also owns and operates Crookneck Retreat on Old Gympie Road, Glass House Mountains knows firsthand the joy of running through our local bushland. “Alun and I have been running in trail events for quite a few years, and we know how wonderful it is,” Brett said. “We both wanted to organise some local events so that people could see what a great place we live in – so we started Run Queensland.” And they’ve been successfully staging local events now for over 12 months. Next on their itinerary is the annual Wild Horse Criterium on Easter Sunday, April 20 at Wild Horse Mountain. Brett says that the flat course circuit offers runs of 11km, 22km, 33km, 55km and 50 miles. “This is the fifth time the event has been run and it has proven itself a fantastic event for introducing both road runners, seasoned trail runners, complete newbies and walkers to the local bush tracks and represents an unexpected challenge due to the variety of terrains,” he said. “If you’re into parkruns, this is a perfect opportunity to try something different. And if you’re a recreational runner, you can be confident that there are lots of other runners – as well as course officials – on the tracks meaning that it is safe for families or those not so certain of their abilities. “We’re encouraging local teams and fitness clubs to use it as a group training and bonding opportunity,” explained Brett. But don’t think you need to be a marathon runner to join in. “Walkers are well catered for – especially with the 11km circuit. And because it’s on the tracks in the forestry sections, you can bring along your dog for a walk or run, as long as it’s on a leash. Registrations for the Wild Horse Criterium event are already flooding in from far and wide – including many from interstate – and Brett is hoping to have a field of about 300. “Entrants receive a package of products and giveaways, and the Easter Bunny may make a visit too. “There’ll also be food after the run and a coffee van on hand. “We really want the event to be a safe family friendly social day,” Brett said. For more information on the event and how to enter, see their ad on page 19.

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Blood, Sweat & Cheers Your guide to sport in Glasshouse Country

Glasshouse Country Bowls Club Contributed by Trevor Bertram In the closely contested Semi-Final of the Ladies ‘A’ Singles Championship played last Wednesday, Marleen Bertram 26 def Millie Freshwater 24 and Di Hunt 25 def Jenny Hobson 22. In the social game Dave Clarke, Brian Larkin and Dennis Hume 30, def Debbie Dale, Margaret Porter and Warren Blackbourne 11; and Leisa Craven, Grahame Young and Rob Scullion 27, def Noelle Dean, John McSwain and Joy Reason 16. Thursday morning’s ‘Open Pairs’ game was won by Rae and Rob Farrell with the highest score of two wins, and 31 points. Darryl Goschnick and Mac Townson won the afternoon game with two wins and 30 points and the runners-up were Bede Burton and Jack Timm being winners of the losers in the second game. The Semi-Final of the 2014 Men’s Fours Club Championship was played on Sunday. Results were, Craig Jones, Brian Saunders, Bruce

Malcomson and Rowan Bruce 20, def Rob Scullion, Ross Siegle, Phill Siggers and Kerry Capern 19; and Mark Ellul, Jim Tatum, Graham Hoy and Bill Tumbridge def Grahame Young, Maurie Dawes, Jack Timm and John McSwain. The Final will be played this Saturday, March 29 at 1.00pm and a social game will be played as well. Our Ladies Super Challenge side competed in the Section Play-Offs at Bramble Bay last Saturday. Congratulations to our Ladies who had a convincing win over Nambour in the morning match but went down narrowly to Bramble Bay in the afternoon. Overall they had a successful season and represented Glasshouse Country admirably against the much larger clubs in the competition. Coming Events:9.00am, Saturday, April 5 – Quarterly Meeting 9.00am, Wednesday, April 9 – Jackpot Triples

Beerwah Ladies Golf Day

Contributed by Jenny Kelly The dry spell continues so we had yet another great day for golf on Thursday. There was a bit of wind, but that served to keep the temperature down a bit. We had 67 ladies come out to play a Stroke event for trophies donated by the club. Winner of Division 1 was Peggy Broomhall who came in with a 70 Nett. Peggy was followed by runner up Glenys Parry on 74 Nett. Lydia Costello took out Division 2 with 70 Nett while Fay Raven was runner up with 71 Nett. Nearest to the Pins went to Lea Doyle on 2, Glenys on 5 and Lyn Steele on the 16th. Div 1 first shot on the 18th was Denise Kirkby, Div 2 second shot was Janelle Balfe. The ball rundown went to 78 on a count back. Next week we play a Bisque Bogey, so that should be fun. Until then, stay safe and good golfing.

Club captain Lea with winner Lydia and Fay

BEERWAH & DISTRICT TROPHIES The Glasshouse Gliders side at the Bramble Bay Super Challenge Play-Offs

Mooloolah Valley Bowls Club Contributed by Judy Walker Tuesday, March 18 - pairs won by Gwen Henderson and Ray Bryant and the triples by Rosemay Roderick, Peter Setch and Eileen Pierce. Friday winners were Lloyd and Judy Walker, 2nd Rosemay Roderick and Yorkie, and

3rd Ian and Gwen Henderson. Raffle winners were Yorkie and Ann Carroll. The new owner has taken over and the place looks like a demolition site, but will be great when it is finished.

Supplying: Trophies - Medallions - Plaques Badges - Engraving etc to the Hinterland

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QUEENSLAND POLICE SERVICE NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE Notice is hereby given that the under mentioned road will be partially closed to vehicular traffic from 9.00am to 11.00am on Thursday the 3rd April 2014 for the purpose of conducting a triathlon for the Beerwah State High School Roberts Road, Beerwah between Beerwah State High School and Coolamon Crescent, including Coolamon Crescent and Crumpton Place, Beerwah Alternative routes available to all through traffic POLICE SERVICE the agm for glasshouse district little athletics club will be held at 1pm on Sunday 13 April 2014 at Beerwah State School Hall, Beerwah

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Woodlands in conjunction with Haycroft Workplace Solutions, are currently looking for staff in the following fields:• Diesel Mechanic – to work on wide range of vehicles – HC licence preferred but not essential. • Hatchery Labourer – 4 am start, HR or HC licence preferred but not essential. The successful person may be considered for advancement and training to a supervisory role. • Truck Driver – HC licence required If you are interested in these positions, please apply either in person to Woodlands office at 2814 Old Gympie Road, Beerwah, or send in your resume to the address above. Conditions do apply to these positions. If you have any avian species at home (ie chickens, ducks, budgies etc) you are not eligible for biosecurity reasons. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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Motorcycles Wanted Motorcycles wanted - going or not. Complete or not. Cash paid. Ph: 0421 375 176 motorcycles wanted pre '85 dirt & road bikes, parts bikes, cash paid Ph: 0412 236 154

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Stewart and his wife Barbara go to the country fair every year, and every year Stewart says, "Barbara, I'd like to ride in that helicopter." Barbara always replied, "I know Stewart, but that helicopter ride is seventy quid, and seventy quid is seventy quid!" One year later Stewart and Barbara went to the fair, and Stewart said, "Barbara, I'm 75-years-old. If I don't ride that helicopter, I might never get another chance." To this, Barbara replied, "Stewart, that helicopter ride is seventy quid, and seventy quid is seventy quid." The pilot overheard the couple and said, "folks I'll make you a deal. I'll take the both of

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ARIES March 21 – April 20 The Aries New Moon on March 30 is your very special Lunation! It will create intentions that fill your needs! Create a visualisation board, writing down your hopes, dreams and goals and put them out to see every day. Uranus also in your sign sees things happen unexpectedly, even disruptively for you. TAURUS April 21 – May 21 With the New Moon at the end of this month, hidden factors come to light that are disorienting but at the same time liberating. Change can be a good thing, not to be feared. Have the courage to take the first step forward and other steps will follow rapidly. Surprisingly you wonder why you did not do that before. GEMINI May 22 – June 21 There is romance and passion waiting to break through with this New Moon in Aries at the end of this month. Walk past your guilt laden cross current blocks to follow fulfillment. So with the double aspect of the Aries Sun sign on March 20, moving to the upbeat New Aries Moon on March 30, new friendships begin. CANCER June 22 – July 22 With Jupiter now going direct in your sign as from March 6 you have until mid July to continue in a celestial celebration! Jupiter gives you expansive good fortune, bountiful personal satisfaction and hope and faith for the future. There is however, pressure on business deadlines so do your very best.

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LEO July 23 – August 22 This New Moon week in Aries is a fire cracker of initiative, enthusiasm and fresh new starts for you. The future looks bright with that fiery energy of yours, mixing it with the flames of Aries. There is a boost to foreign and travel affairs and perhaps some publishing too. A new direction brings you much confidence. VIRGO August 23 – September 22 This New Moon at the end of this month could bring you insight into a mysterious or previously unexplained matter. It’s time for you to give yourself a good excuse to treat yourself to something new. Look for a break or a new start in any business matter that encourages you to make changes in your environment. LIBRA September 23 – October 22 This week finishes the month with an Aries New Moon to enliven relationships. Enthusiasm may turn to impulsive actions, so make sure what you are doing is something you will be happy about in the long run. Maybe a spontaneous new start is just what you need! Understanding health information is valuable. SCORPIO October 23 – November 22 By the end of this month, under an Aries New Moon, you may feel edged on to sudden changes in your daily routine. It’s fun to take an adventure risk, but it is wiser to find a conservative safe outlet for any of your pent up energies under this New Moon. Some new developments in connection with employment.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 – December 22 The Aries New Moon may possibly see you dreaming an adventure riding a horse around your farm! However, this period of time is a creative flash for you to inspire you, as a child would be motivated, to dream the impossible dream. In reality you might make an impulsive independent move. Enjoy lunch outings. CAPRICORN December 23 – January 19 With a lovely Venus in good aspect to Mars a business alliance could heat up financially. There may also be a pressure on a relationship, since the New Moon faces up against the partnership sign of Libra. Home front activity could set you and the family in off in new directions. Out with the old, in with the new now! AQUARIUS January 20 – February 19 With a New Moon in the Aries sign on the last of this month, enthusiastic motivation takes over and all together there is a wonderful lively exchange. Perhaps there is also a fabulous get together. There is something coming out in your neighborhood that speaks of an exciting affair. Good changes into new territory. PISCES February 20 – March 20 That positive Jupiter moving through the mid degrees of Cancer is happily bringing you romance, love and pleasure in a creative movie-like script. The New Moon is perfect to bring benevolent rewards so make sure to write your wish list. This lucky Aries New Moon successively lights a fire with your fresh initiative.

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