Dementia is nation’s biggest health issue

DEMENTIA has overtaken coronary heart disease as the biggest health issue for Australians aged 65 and over, according to the latest update to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) compendium report Dementia in Australia. The report shows that dementia was responsible for 4.4% of Australia’s disease burden in 2022, including both the impact of living with the condition and dying prematurely.

Dementia Australia said the new data reinforced the need for an interconnected, dementia-informed healthcare system to ensure that everyone impacted by dementia receives appropriate support and care throughout their experience of the disease.

With more than 400,000 Australians living with dementia and the number expected to increase to over 800,000 by 2058, Dementia Australia CEO Maree McCabe AM has said that dementia is the chronic disease of the 21st century. “It’s imperative that we have an informed system where staff working across healthcare industries have education in dementia and that all health and aged care workers and Australians know to contact Dementia Australia for support and information,” Ms McCabe said. An integrated healthcare system that supports people living with dementia, their families, and carers includes a more consistent experience of diagnosis, access to post-diagnostic support services, access to supports across the trajectory of the disease that focus on maintaining the dignity and autonomy of the person impacted as well as their families and carers, and access to palliative care services that meet the needs of people with dementia. Ms McCabe said that with dementia having so many touchpoints across the healthcare system, it is crucial to ensure that the different parts of the system talk to each other.

Ms McCabe added that without a major medical breakthrough, this trend is likely to continue, with the number of people living with dementia on the rise. “While there is nothing definitive you can do to prevent dementia, there are many things you can do to help reduce your risk of developing dementia,” Ms McCabe said. “These include looking after your brain health, body health, and heart health and it’s never too early or too late to start.”

‘Practice You’ with Exist Yoga

YOGA is such a beneficial practice for everybody because it helps to improve circulation, build strength, improve mobility, reduce levels of stress and bodywide inflammation, increase mental and physical energy and also boosts alertness and enthusiasm.

Yoga teaches us to access our own body’s abilities rather than seeking outside superficial fixes.

Exist Yoga in Beerwah (near the Post Office) has a team of amazing professional instructors who aim to provide you with an opportunity to ‘Practice You’.

They provide a variety of wellness experiences to promote physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Offering regular classes, events, personal training, exercise physiology, workshops and retreats that promote wellbeing from the inside out. Exist Yoga is passionate about giving you the tools to live well and also provide discount packages so you can have a regular affordable practice.

Go to existyoga.com.au for further information, timetable and bookings. They hope to practice with you soon.

Family Movie Night

Time: Friday, 6.30pm

Where: Glass House Mountains State School oval

WHAT'S ON

International Women’s Day Brekky

Stamp Fair

MAR 3

Info: Glasshouse Mountains State School P&C presents The Lion King Family Movie Night. Sausage sizzle, popcorn, drinks and glow products all available on the night. $25 per family. Tickets available online via QKR or can be purchased at the gate.

World Day of Prayer

Time: Friday, 9.30am

Where: Uniting Church in Beerwah

Mar 3

Info: Taiwan will be the country of focus this year for World Day of Prayer (WDP) on Friday, March 3. Local services will be held at the Uniting Church in Beerwah at 9.30am. Believing that prayer and action link people together around the globe, organisers of the 2023 WDP are hoping people will be inspired to bring peace and reconciliation into the world by this year’s theme for contemplation and prayerful action. www.worlddayofprayeraustralia.org

Beerburrum Hall Country Market

Time: Saturday 8am-12noon

Where: Beerburrum Hall, 7 ANZAC Ave

Mar 4

Info: Beerburrum Hall Country Market is seeking more stall holders especially those who love to enjoy the outdoors (all weather market). If you have fruit, vegetables, breads, sweets, crafts and/or herbs we would love to hear from you. To have a stall, call Patricia on 0430 433734 or email beerburrumhallpresident@ gmail.com

Beerwah Bulldogs Launch Night

Time: Saturday from 4pm

Where: Beerwah Sports Grounds

Mar 4

Time: Wednesday, 7-9am

Where: CWA Hall, Simpson Street Beerwah

Mar 8

Info:QCWA Beerwah will be hosting their 2023 International Women’s Day Breakfast with special guest speakers. Enjoy a light breakfast inspired by QCWA Country Kitchens recipes, lucky door prizes, and panel discussion. Tickets $25 available through trybooking.com.au

March into March

Time: Saturday, 2pm

Where: Kawana Community Hall, Nanyima Street, Buddina

Mar 11

Info: The Sunshine Coast Concert Band presents “March into March”. Tickets are $20 available at the door and includes afternoon tea and a lucky door prize ticket. Visit www.sccb.org.au for more info.

Motorcycle Club Swap Meet

Time: Saturday from 6am

Where: Maleny Showgrounds

Mar 11

Info: On March 11, the Sunshine Coast branch of the Historical Motorcycle Club will hold their annual Swap Meet at the Maleny Showgrounds. Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the country will descend on the Showgrounds for what will be the 29th Maleny Swap. Not only does the swap fund the running of our club, but the money raised supports charities which include the Qld Cancer Council, Prostate Cancer and Bloomhill Cancer Care to name a few. Entry tickets $10, Stall tickets $10.

Time: Saturday 8.30am - 3.30pm

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

Mar 18

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

Maleny Film Festival

Time: Various film times over three days

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Mar 24-26

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

Paul Ballum-Cross Concert

Time: Sunday 2pm

Where: St George’s Anglican Church, Maleny

Mar 26

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

Pineapple Cooking Competition

Time: Saturday, from 9am

Where: QCWA Hall, Simpson Street, Beerwah

Mar 18

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

Entries due March 17.

Beerwah Community Hall (Mar 11) and Buderim War Memorial Hall (Mar 18)

Mar 11 & 18

The Buderim Male Choir is presenting a new show, called Great Southern Land, a showcase of Australian music from bush ballads to the likes of Peter Allen and the Seekers, covering the earliest days of the