Edition 30 April 2024

LOCAL business owners have welcomed news that a treacherous stretch of road with a significant crash history will be widened.

The $43million dollar project announced by the Department of Transport and Main roads (TMR) will see a substantial upgrade to the approximately 2km section of Steve Irwin Way between Glass House Mountains and Beerwah.

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LIFE might be tough for Glass House Mountains youngster, Macie Honeysett, but you can guarantee she is a joy to everyone who comes into her life.

The family of the nineyear-old, who was born with extremely rare ring 18 syndrome, are raising funds for a new van. Story p7

By Sonia Isaacs COUNCIL representatives including Mayor Rosanna

private meeting with Arnhem Land

and traditional custodians to discuss the cultural significance of the Glass House Mountains.

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WHO would have thought kids would communicate better without a phone connected to the end of their arms.

Incredible really.

Most parents don’t need yet another study proving this to be the case, common sense will do the trick.

Alas, as we ride the techtastic tidal wave promising a future of goggles, nanochips and artificial intelligentsia, we’re allowing the foundations of being human to be chipped away, never to be put back together again.

Apples’ new VR goggles are a case in point.

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feels more and more like a tech fentanyl dealer that poses as a rehab provider.”

That is, we’re being handed tools we never asked for and don’t need.

Answers to questions nobody is asking.

And it’s happening at a faster rate than ever before.

Our primary school changed their policy a couple of years ago so that students needed iPads.

We said that won’t be happening, it didn’t and life went on.

Our daughter hasn’t had homework for two years because it’s all online. She couldn’t be happier.

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The Maleny Wood Expo is on! Check out our story (p6) and all the details you need to know on p23

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The word on the street is that they’re simply brilliant, but I doubt I’m the only person disturbed by them.

“We live in a 3D world, but the content is so flat,” said one reviewer forced to face ‘reality’ after removing the headset. The techs want us to believe it will solve all our problems, help us get away from the pesky issues that plague real life.

One critic cut to the core: “Apple

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As part of our Education Feature, an eight-page liftout in this week’s GC&M News (p13-20), we asked schools about the benefits of reducing access to technology.

The state government this year implemented a phone ban during school hours.

Some schools already had the ban in place but it was formalised for state schools.

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And the outcome?

“We notice how much more kids are interacting at lunch time, and we have a lot more students wanting to do other activities at break too,” Beerwah State High School says.

While it’s early days, there’s also either less or at least a levelling out of the scourge of cyberbullying.

What’s not to like about all this?

It’s exactly what you would have hoped.

It also means parents are pestered a whole lot less through the school day.

“Don’t forget to pick me up, go shopping, buy me shoes, I forgot my lunch, die I hate you,” etc etc throughout the school day.

It might seem a futile exercise, but slowing down and looking up is progress at a fundamental level.

More talk, more sport ... more sparks of life in this ‘flat’ old world.

Please enjoy reading the feature, which is aimed at promoting all the great initiatives happening in our schools across the hinterland.

Peachester Park to be fenced in

By Sonia Isaacs

PEACHESTER residents are one step closer to securing a community play place, with Sunshine Coast Council confirming construction on perimeter fencing at the Howard Walker Park site will commence shortly.

With plans for the long-awaited community recreation reserve on the table for several years, council’s ‘green light’ announcement was met with cautious optimism by long-term community park advocates.

Mel Driscoll, spokesperson for ‘A Park for Peachester’, said she was pleased council had made contact about the project, and felt optimistic that “ongoing community consultation during the process” would take place.

While she wholeheartedly welcomed the news, after years of delays she said she would stay cautious until she saw the actual outcome.

“We’ll wait for first sod to turn before celebrating,” Ms Driscoll said.

A council spokesperson said the fence design was progressing, with construction scheduled to begin before July.

“We are pleased to announce that it will include a wired and mesh fence, providing enhanced security and aesthetics to our beloved park.”

LOCAL

welcomed news that a treacherous stretch of road with a significant crash history will be widened.

The $43 million dollar project announced by the Department of Transport and Main roads (TMR) will see a substantial upgrade to an approximately 2km section of Steve Irwin Way between Glass House Mountains and Beerwah.

The safety improvement project on this key arterial road is funded on a 50:50 basis, with the Australian and Queensland governments each

committing $21.5 million as part of the Road Safety Program.

Neil Federer, owner of the Steve Irwin Way fresh produce store ‘Everything Good’, said he had witnessed “dozens of accidents” outside his Glass House Mountains business.

He said the proposed upgrades, including significant road repair and dedicated turning lanes into the local businesses located along the busy stretch of road, would dramatically improve both road safety and customer access.

He said he was very pleased, as business had

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been kept away by the ongoing road safety issues including dangerous potholes, lack of adequate turning facilities and collision mitigation.

“We feel like we’ve finally been heard,” he said Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, said he was grateful that the project would deliver even better road safety outcomes than originally envisaged.

“We knew the road surface desperately needed upgrading, but this project actually offers even more - which is just brilliant,” Mr Powell said.

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Businesses welcome fix to dodgy road

Roads spokesperson confirmed the stretch of road had a significant crash history, including rear-end, run-off-road and head-on crashes.

“This project will reduce the potential for crashes through safety treatments, including road and shoulder widening, wide centre line treatment and new dedicated turning lanes at select locations, “ they said.

“The project will also extend and replace culverts, remove vegetation where required, undertake pavement rehabilitation, improve street lighting,

improve bike rider safety, and install safety barriers at identified locations within the project area,” they added.

The suite of safety improvements also include provision to streamline access points to certain businesses and private residences along the route resulting in fewer driveways connecting directly to Steve Irwin Way.

Construction is expected to commence in mid2024, and under the Road Safety Program funding arrangements, construction must be completed by June 30, 2025.

Steve Irwin Way Glass House Mountains is set for a major safety overhaul. Inset: Steve Irwin Way business owner, Neil Federer.

By Sonia Isaacs

business owners have

BeeGees need to open shop

THE BeeGees Football

Club is facing a $30,000 loss per year if they cannot find someone to fill the paid position of canteen manager.

BeeGees communications officer, Tasia Higgins, said because they haven’t had a canteen manager this year, the club hasn’t been able to sell food and drinks at their home games.

“We really need a canteen manager because we are losing a lot of money by having our canteen closed, the part time role pays more than $30 an hour, offering about 15 hours of work a week,” she said.

“This is a crucial revenue stream which we depend on, it pays for our insurance, it pays to keep the lights on every week, we really need someone.”

Tasia added that the role is heavily supported by the club and volunteers who work in the canteen, and working hours are flexible for the potential candidate.

“We are a very supportive

Heritage ‘too valuable’

GMAN says bigger quarry will harm environment

By Mitch Gaynor

ONE of Glasshouse Country’s most respected and long-standing environmental groups has slammed a proposal by Hanson to double rock extraction from its local quarry.

More than 225 submissions have already been lodged with the Sunshine Coast Council, with the vast majority opposed to the development ahead of a MAY 2 deadline.

In August 2023 Hanson lodged plans to increase extraction at its Glass House Mountains site from 600,000 tonnes per year to 1.2 million tonnes.

Documents lodged by Hanson show the increase in activity would require an extra 20,000 more truck movements per year with about 40,000 trucks annually operating out of the quarry. The operator has offered to pay over $5m in road upgrades on the most heavily used routes.

Despite the increase in truck movements, reports commissioned by Hanson show there would be a less than 5 per cent increase

township.

The Glasshouse Mountains Action Network argued against the original application for a quarry in 1989. It argues against the proposed expansion on grounds including environmental, cultural, tourism and traffic concerns.

“The overwhelming majority of the residents of the Glasshouse Mountains region at the time (of the original application) strongly opposed the original quarry application,” GMAN’s John Quinn stated.

“The Glasshouse Mountains were officially

“The criterion for heritage listing included: ‘The place requires outstanding heritage value to the nation because of the place’s importance in the course of, or the pattern of Australia’s natural or cultural history.’

“It is important to note that this criterion is divided into three sections: Flora and Fauna, Geoheritage and Cultural History.”

Mr Quinn stated the cultural significance of the mountains could not be understated.

“For the First Nations People, the Glass House Mountains area is considered spiritually

settlement, the area was a special meeting place where many First Nations Peoples gathered for ceremonies and trading,” he wrote.

GMAN stated that the mountains “provide islands of natural habitat for plants and animals”.

“They conserve regionally significant areas of rhyolitic mountain vegetation that supports 26 plants that are rare, threatened or of conservation interest.

“The ridges, rocky pavements, scree slopes and gullies provide a variety of habitats for vegetation, ranging from Eucalypt open forest to montane heaths

many species of fauna, some of which are rare or endangered.”

He stated that vibrations from the increase in blasting and crushing will “significantly increase the threat to many animal species”.

Flora would also be impacted, the group stated, with dust pollution “inevitable” and an unknown impact on ground water and the water table.

The increase in use of ‘energy-intensive machinery would also contribute to climate change, GMAN argued.

Megan and Brett Standring, Aunty Dinawan, Julia McKeowen and original GMAN member Bob Malcolm. Image: Channel 7

Council listens to Lore

Mayor and councillors meet with local and Arnhem Land Elders

By Sonia Isaacs

SUNSHINE Coast Council representatives including Mayor Rosanna Natoli and divisional councillors attended a private meeting with Arnhem Land Elders and local Elders to discuss the cultural significance of the Glass House Mountains. Held at the base of Mount Tibrogargan on Monday April 29, the seven person Arnhem Land delegation

along with Jinibara and Kabi Kabi representatives met with the Mayor and Cr Jenny Broderick, Cr Tim Burns, Cr Joe Natoli, Cr David Law, and Cr Taylor Bunnag along with two council support officers. Around 40 people were in attendance at the private gathering. As revealed in GC&M News (April 23), the delegation, which was sponsored by Save Our Glasshouse

Mountains (SOGM), have been called to campaign against the proposed Hanson quarry expansion.

Currently the Hanson Glassshouse Quarry site sits at the base of Mount Coonowrin, part of the Glasshouse Mountains, a location of immense cultural significance for traditional custodians.

Cr Jenny Broderick said while she welcomed

the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of traditional culture in context of the Glass House Mountains, she was mindful of the protocol surrounding the development application process.

“I’ve attended this meeting as I genuinely want to know what the whole community thinks,” She said the need for public impartiality was

crucial in discussions around the Quarry application so as not to be precluded from the voting process should the matter progress.

“We want to ensure we can be in the room to represent our Community when the time comes, and not run the risk of conflict of interest,” Cr. Broderick said. The April 29 meeting followed a ticketed event held at Crookneck Retreat on Sunday April 28 where around 200 people attended a full day workshop to share insights and cultural knowledge around the importance of preserving culturally significant and sacred sites.

Uncle Alan Parsons who attended the event, said the April 28 gathering was a powerful cultural knowledge sharing opportunity that encouraged an understanding that ‘caring for county’ was a profoundly sacred yet shared responsibilty of all traditional custodians.

He said the Arnhem land delegation led by Uncle Don Weluk had responded to the call that had emanated from ‘deep listening’. He said the opportunity to ‘sit in circle’ and discuss concerns was the traditional and proper way.

“This visit has been a powerful reminder that people need to care for country in the proper way; the old Lore ways that Uncle Don and our Elders have shared can guide us on the importance of caring for our scared mountains,” he said.

Golf range proposed for Palmview

GOLF anyone? A new proposal for a driving range on the Sunshine Coast has just been submitted.

The Sunshine Coast hinterland could be home to a new driving range with a proposal for a 33-bay outdoor sports facility lodged with council this week.

All Things Golf is proposing to construct a driving range including putting green, cafe and pro shop across nearly six hectares at 133 Laxton Rd, Palmview.

The site, about two kilometres from Aussie World, is currently a discontinued strawberry farm, according to documents lodged with the Sunshine Coast Council.

The range itself would include 33 bays (28 undercover) with a length of about 230 metres.

“The development will contribute to the provision of a high-quality and accessible sport, recreation and leisure facilities at a regional level that will enable and promote community participation in active and passive recreation activities,” the application states.

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Main image: Crowds at April

28 event. Inset: Uncle Don and Uncle Alan at April 28 event, and Sunshine Coast Councillors including Mayor Natoli met with Elders on April 29.

Local cop wins bravery medal

Beerwah offi cer awarded top honour

By Sonia Isaacs

BEERWAH police officer, Senior Constable Tim Jessup, has been recognised for outstanding bravery and exceptional dedication to duty.

Senior Constable Jessup was awarded one of the state’s top honours, the Bravery Medal, as well as an Assistant Commissioner’s Certificate at a special presentation ceremony held last week on the Sunshine Coast.

At the ceremony, Snr Constable Jessup was recognised for his valour in response to a 2018 residential fire that saw him enter a smoke-filled building to search for occupants. It was later revealed that the unit fire was a Domestic Violence (DV) Arson incident.

Snr Constable Jessup said he still recalled the ferocity of the heat from the September 26, 2018 Earlville incident which he responded to while stationed as an officer in Cairns.

“The heat was tremendous, and at the time I didn’t fully realise the

magnitude of the intensity,” he said.

Speaking to GC&M News, Snr Constable Jessup said he had never experienced such a confronting physical and mental situation where, when entering the smoke filled residence, his body was instinctively resisting the signals to go in further.

He said initially, he and his police partner had been doing a routine evening street patrol when they witnessed an “orange glow” coming from a residential unit complex.

“At first we weren’t sure what it was, and then we saw smoke billowing out from the unit’s sliding door and just moved quickly without much thought,” he said.

The officers entered the smoke-filled building and searched the unit on their hands and knees while yelling loudly to look for anyone inside.

“Every part of my body was screaming at me to not go in any further. I wanted to go in but by body would not react, it was just oppressive heat that you could feel all over your

body,” he explained.

Senior Constable Jessup then used a nearby garden hose to help contain the fire, until firefighters arrived and subsequently extinguished the fire.

A Queensland Police Service spokesperson said “thanks to the immediate and brave actions of Senior Constable Jessup and his colleagues, the fire was contained to only one unit within the complex, without any injuries.”

At the awards ceremony, Senior Constable Jessup said he was humbled to receive the medal.

“I’d like to acknowledge and share this with my Far Northern colleagues who I worked with at the time of this incident,”

“I’ll always appreciate the tremendous cohesiveness and capabilities of the people I’ve had the privilege to work alongside,

“Responding to jobs like the Earlville fire relies on seamless teamwork so I thank everyone who was part of the response.” he said.

Sunshine Coast will get its ‘eye in the sky’

THE Sunshine Coast will receive police helicopter capabilities following advice from Queensland Police and strong advocacy from Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay MPs, Premier Steven Miles announced today.

Polair operational capabilities were rolled out earlier this year in Townsville, with authorities saying it has been successful in controlling crime in the region.

As revealed exclusively in the Glasshouse Country and Maleny News earlier this month, Caloundra MP, Jason Hunt, said he was pleading his case for a police chopper to Police

Minister Mark Ryan. The Polair aircraft will be able to assist police officers conducting operations across the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay areas. The Queensland Police Service will now embark on a procurement process to secure an appropriate aircraft and operator. Timing for the aerial resource will be announced

following its procurement.

“Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay communities have unfortunately experienced a number of very serious stolen vehicle incidents,” Premier, Steven Miles, said last Friday (April 26).

“It’s these sorts of events that an aerial police capability can intercept, reducing the likelihood of further offending or a tragic

Police Minister Mark Ryan said it was important to extend the “reach of Polair capabilities across the state”.

“The Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay are fast growing regions and that’s not going to stop,” he said.

Mr Hunt, said: “This is great news for people on the Sunshine Coast.”

“I’ve heard first hand from police just how much difference a Polair helicopter makes to police operations on the ground in Townsville.

“To see that same aerial police capability coming to the Sunshine Coast is very gratifying.”

Every part of my body was screaming at me to not go in any further, it was just oppressive heat

Kenilworth ensures camping is pegged in

THE Kenilworth Show, Hall and Recreation Grounds has submitted a development application to ensure their campgrounds are deemed legal by Sunshine Coast Council standards.

People have camped at the showgrounds for many years, but the committee recently needed to apply for a material change of use to continue providing the service.

Committee president, Shane Smith, said the camping grounds can still be used for camping by

tourists and locals alike, however, it is unclear when the application will be approved.

“It has taken about two to three years to get all the necessary reports to put in an official development application,” he said.

“But I want to make it clear, in our application we are applying for everything we already have at the campgrounds, we are not adding anything new.

“The council haven’t stopped us from providing camping to people. They have been very helpful.”

Senior Constable Jessup with his Bravery Medal and AC certificate

Snr Constable Jessup

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New wheels will help riding high

‘May for Macie’ to help raise funds for daughter

By Kirra Livingstone

LIFE might be tough for Glass House Mountains youngster, Macie Honeysett, but you can guarantee she is a joy to everyone who comes into her life.

The nine-year-old was born with ring 18 syndrome, a condition that only has 72 known cases recorded globally.

The little girl eats from a feeding tube, is nonverbal, and is confined to a wheelchair.

Despite this, Macie makes the most out of every single day, loves going to school and going on beach trips.

Her mum, Jess Davidson, is her full time carer, taking her wherever she needs to go, and said “no two days are the same for Macie”.

people.”

Macie goes to Palmwoods Special School, and she just loves it there, but for the other half of the week, she is doing therapy at hospital

what to expect everyday, but we can be done at the hospital and go straight down to the beach and she’s fine, she bounces back quickly,” she said.

“She’s cheeky, she’s bossy, she is very resilient, she does go through a bit and any given day she could wake up with a dislocated hip, and then the whole day is all about that all of a sudden, so it’s tough on Macie,” Jess said.

“She uses a podbook to communicate and she uses sign language, so that’s how she’s so bossy, she’s got a great sense of humour, she understands sarcasm, she always wants to be around

new Staria van, which will accommodate our need for more room,” she said.

“The van will cost just under $60,000, and we may need a few more thousand dollars to install an automatic wheelchair ramp if the NDIS can’t cover the cost.”

Jess takes caring for her special needs daughter in her stride, however, she admits it can be challenging.

“I can’t hold a stable job because you don’t know

“Macie’s favourite people are her siblings, they are a great extra support to her and myself in caring and being there for her.”

Macie’s mum also wanted to thank everyone who has donated so far, raising more than $4000 in a few weeks time, and wanted to highlight the generosity of

“We really want to thank Club Glassie, who have pledged for every donation up to a certain amount donated by a member, they will match the amount, which is just amazing,” Jess said.

“The go fund me to raise money for the van has only been up since April 3, and we have already raised $4225, which I’m pretty happy with so far.”

Macie’s mum also plans to create a number of ‘May for Macie’ fundraising events next month to help raise more funds towards the van.

These events include community BBQs, lunches and more.

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BOQ Chief Economist to deliver update for Glasshouse Country

BANK of Queensland Chief Economist, Peter Munckton, will be speaking in Beerwah in May to give his thoughts on the local economy.

Hosted by the Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce, Mr Munckton will be speaking as part of a range of events as part of Small Business Month.

The event, to be held on May 16 at Glasshouse Christian College, comes just two days after the Federal Budget, meaning attendees will be able to hear critical analysis of what the budget means for

households and businesses.

Peter will also give his thoughts on inflation, interest rates and the local economy.

Peter has been the Chief Economist at BoQ for almost 10 years.

As Chief Economist, his role involves interpreting economic data, identifying key drivers affecting the economy and communicating this information to stakeholders. His expertise helps guide BOQ’s strategic decisions and assist clients in making informed financial choices.

Macie at the beach.

Macie with the family dog, Toffee

Peter Munckton

Wood Expo set to be a great weekend!

Annual event celebrates the wonder and versatility of wood

THE annual Maleny Wood Expo, now in its 25th year, is set to enthral visitors this Labour Day Long weekend with an array of workshops, entertainment, and exhibits that promise an unforgettable experience for all ages. Hosted by local environmental group Barung Landcare, the Wood Expo aims to educate attendees about sustainability while celebrating the beauty and versatility of wood.

Spanning from May 4th to May 6th, this year’s Expo boasts the largest number of entries to date

for the Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize, a prestigious woodworking competition sponsored by Sunshine Coast Council and several local businesses. With a record-breaking number of entries, the competition showcases the innovation and creativity of artisans from across Australia, featuring sculptures, fine furniture, and miniature pieces crafted from sustainably harvested timber. Finalist pieces will be on display and for sale over the weekend.

“The Wood Expo is more than just a showcase of

woodworking talent; it’s a celebration of sustainability and community,” shared Doug Evans, Barung Landcare General Manager. “We’re proud to offer a platform for artisans to display their creations while also raising funds for environmental projects in our region.”

Workshops at the Expo cater to both beginners and seasoned woodworkers, offering hands-on experiences to develop new skills and deepen appreciation for the craft. From spoon carving to stool making, to a range of amazing wood

workshops for the kids, attendees can learn from some of the country’s best woodworkers, including long-standing exhibitors like the Blackall Range Woodies, who have been part of the Expo since its inception in 1996.

Beyond woodworking, the Expo features guided

Platypus tours, cultural weaving workshops, and environmental education activities for adults and children alike. Educational talks will address sustainability practices and environmental conservation, encouraging attendees to reflect on their impact on the natural world.

With live music performances, and interactive demonstrations, including live chainsaw carving artisan Shane

entertainment over the weekend. Attendees can also indulge in a variety of street food and coffee while immersing themselves in the vibrant atmosphere.

“We invite families, woodworking enthusiasts, and curious visitors to join us for a weekend of inspiration, education, and entertainment,” urged Evans. “The Wood Expo is a testament to the talent and creativity within our woodworking community, and we’re excited to share it with everyone.”

Tickets for the Maleny Wood Expo are available online and at the gate over the weekend, with free entry for children under 16. For more information and bookings, visit www. malenywoodexpo.com.

New councillor speaks to chamber

NEW Division 1 Councillor, Jenny Broderick spoke to members and guests of the Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce

‘Before Hours’ breakfast at the Beerwah Hotel, heard Ms Broderick talk about her thoughts on various projects underway or planned across the division. Don’t miss the

Mooloolah Dawn Service

MOOLOOLAH held its second Anzac Dawn Service at the Mooloolah State School.

Anzac Coordinator Jason Carroll from MVCA said “This year we were delighted to host our audio visual service with the added addition of Andrew Berris playing the cornet for the Last Post and Dave Tonissoo playing the trumpet for the Dawn Reveille.

We were delighted to receive approx 700 members of the public who came to show their respects including our special guest Mr Jim Armstrong, who was a flying officer in WW2 and flew the general codes for

General MacArthur. Jim is 100 years young in July.

We were delighted with the lovely comments at the gunfire breakfast of residents and visitors from over Glasshouse Country who said it was the best service they have ever.

For more ANZAC day coverage see p25

Mooloolah Walking Mob

WALKING is still on each Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings but starting at 7am for the winter months. We meet at Martin Rungert Park, Mooloolah, right in the centre of town, and walk a variety of routes around the local area.

Walking is for about an hour and it is a great way to start the day and to make new friends.

This is a National Heart Foundation group activity with certificates and awards for number of walks and attaining certain goals. Most of all it is about staying active and healthy in a friendly social environment.

You don’t have to walk every day, or for the whole hour – just do as much as you feel you can. We have our speedy walkers who cover a greater distance and we have our more relaxed walkers who maintain an average steady pace but we all walk and that is what is important.

Please consider coming along to enjoy the social aspect of belonging to a friendly group as well as the health benefits of regular exercise.

New walkers always welcome. For more details phone Rose on 0438 147 173 or Annie on 0401 161 731

Hazara women for change

CLUB Acoustic, in conjunction with Welcome to Maleny Refugee Advocacy Group (W2M) is hosting a special fundraising concert on Saturday May 4.

The concert is to help raise funds for Melbournebased group Hazara Women for Change (HWC). The members of HWC are all women who have gained refugee status in Australia.

Everything raised supports girls and women who under the Taliban are denied choice at all levels, to be safe, to be fed and to be educated.

The lineup for this concert features amazing and wonderful Maleny Women; musicians and dancers who

all share great appreciation for their privileged way of life here. There is also a special guest from Brisbane in this lineup. In keeping with Club Acoustic protocol, you will have to come to the concert to see who’s on the bill!

Come and be beautifully entertained, and learn about and be moved to support Hazara Women for Change in both your ticket purchase, and in the raffles featured in the evening.

Doors open at 5.30, delicious meals, tea and coffee, and a bar will all be available.

The concert itself starts at 6.30pm. Reserve your seat now via https://www. trybooking.com/CQLIX.

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Education

WELCOME to our GC&M News Education liftout where we aim to shine a spotlight on all the great initiatives our schools are undertaking to ensure our kids and grandchildren are ready to tackle the big wide world in years to come.

Educating never stops evolving. The ways we learned a few years ago, let alone a generation ago, never stops shifting.

With that in mind we take our hats off to the schools and teachers across the hinterland who have the daunting (but rewarding) task of helping mould our children into tomorrow’s leaders.

Mitch Gaynor, Editor, GC&M News

Phone ban improves student connection

Contact Tina or Lewis on 5438 7445 or email

Schools say smooth transition as kids forced away from screens

By Kirra Livingstone

HINTERLAND students are more sociable and active in lunchbreaks while cyberbullying is being kept in check across the day, in anecdotal fi a school phone ban was introduced across the state. Schools who spoke to GC&M News said the ban - enforced from Term 1 - had been a smooth transition that was followed by a noticeable increase in student socialisation and participation in school activities.

Beerwah State High School deputy principal, Wayne Lancaster, said the transition had been easier than expected.

“We thought we were going to have some troubles with the kids with phones, we’ve had some but nowhere near as much as we thought we were going to have,” he said.

“I think that the phone ban for us has been a pretty smooth transition, I think communicating clearly to the students and the parents has helped with that.

On top of the seamless transition, the school said the ban had seen obvious social improvements across the year levels.

“We notice how much more kids are interacting at lunch time, and we have a lot more students wanting

to do other activities at break too,” Mr Lancaster said.

“There’s more kids that will go play touch on the oval, or basketball on the hard courts and things like that.

“I’m not going to say that cyberbullying hasn’t decreased, we don’t see it happen during the day, so there’s been a reduction of those things happening definitely.”

The State Government’s ‘Away for the Day’ campaign

was directly aimed at reducing cyberbullying.

“Putting mobile phones ‘away for the day’ will encourage face-to-face social interactions between students, as well as promoting their health and wellbeing by providing more opportunities for physical activity during break times,” Education Minister Grace Grace, said at the time.

“It will also reduce the exposure of students to the unsafe or inappropriate

use of technology, such as cyberbullying, accessing harmful content or breaches of personal privacy.”

Maleny State High School principal, Deborah Stewart, said cyberbullying had definitely decreased during school hours.

“The number of cyberbullying issues that the school has had to investigate compared to last year has certainly decreased,” she said.

“It may be that the

bullying is occurring more er school, weekends or the holidays, rather than during school hours.” Glasshouse Christian College principal, Mike Curtis, said the school banned mobile phones about eight years ago.

Mobile phones are just total and utter distraction devices, it’s just totally opposite to what we want to have at school.

Mike

Curtis, GCC Principal

“Mobile phones are just total and utter distraction devices,” he said.

“It’s just totally opposite to what we want to have at school, we want to be focusing on teaching and learning and even being with each other.

“We have noticed a decrease in cyberbullying, there’s never been a point in which there hasn’t been a ban, but certainly yes we have found that it has improved.

“I think socialising and doing sport and activities at lunch time for students, there has been a definite improvement.”

kirra@gcnews.com.au

Lotty, Olivia and Madyson from Glasshouse Christian College

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Is your child future ready?

Stimulate conversation with Open Day

By Sandy Johnson

WE live in exciting times and it is said that 65 per cent of school children will be employed in jobs that have yet to be created.

So how do our teenagers prepare for their future? What career pathways will futureproof fulfilling employment for them?

If you have a teen, they are probably already thinking about it, so now is a good time to talk with them about their dreams for the future.

be happy to share their experience of the College along with the fine-grained details of what a day at GCC typically looks like.

Visitors are surprised that such a young school has so many innovative, purposebuilt rooms.

The 600-seat multipurpose performance hall, with orchestra pit and retractable seating, is the crowning glory of GCC’s Performing Arts Centre and will be in full use on Open Day.

Where will your wings take you?

An ideal way to stimulate that conversation is to attend Glasshouse Christian College’s Open Day on Saturday, May 18 between 10am and 2pm.

The first thing you will be struck by is the warm and nurturing atmosphere. All GCC staff and many students will be in attendance and would

There are beautifully equipped facilities in Engineering and hightech metal fabrication, Science laboratories, Junior and Senior Hospitality kitchens, Dance, Drama and Music studios (including a recording studio!) a fantastic gym, modern classrooms, and an amazing library.

There will be musical, dance and drama performances throughout the event plus a sneak peek at this year’s musical. Beyond its facilities, GCC is renowned for its Christian valuesbased education which fosters a culture of life-long learning and supports students in becoming mature, responsible and confident adults.

Please note that there are short waiting pools across most year levels so it is never too early to attend GCC’s Open Day to find out if it is the right fit for your child or teen.

Out & About in Mooloolah

THE team at Out & About Care & Education in Mooloolah Valley has settled into the local community and enjoys being part of so many precious little lives. Out & About will celebrate its first birthday soon on Wednesday May 15. Thank you to all those lovely people and friends we now have for being supportive as we have grown. It has been a very busy first year of learning and adventure for everyone with lots more to come. We are here to support busy families, so contact us today if you need care and education for your little one. We have limited vacancies available in some

rooms, so now is a great time to ask.

Our children are enjoying many free extra-curricular learning events to support our educational programs. They include regular visits from Recycle Man who teaches children to support the natural world, Happy Feet Fitness, learning across many curricular areas with the beautiful and colourful Miss Gemma, Yoga with the serene Erika to help children feel calm and to be mindful of their own wellbeing, and ever lovely Victoria from The Kindness Co who assists children to be thoughtful and considerate of themselves, others and the world around them. Also,

the delightful Matthew and Juliet from Beezotted teach children about the part we all play in supporting a healthy world – even little native bees.

The program at Out & About is focussed on supporting young children to be the best they can be and to launch into formal school life well prepared and confident in their ability to manage each day and achieve success. We look forward to many more years of working with our wonderful families and children. Come in to say Hi some time soon or call us – we are always ready for a chat at Out & About Care & Education.

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GCC’s Open Day: Saturday 18 May 10am - 2pm

Free train rides around campus

Most school open days are just for prospective parents but Glasshouse Christian College is throwing open its doors for the whole community.

“Being part of our local community is important to us and that is why we would like to invite everyone to visit us on our Open Day,” said Principal Mike Curtis.

Dance, Drama and Music performances

GCC’s Open Day is for current parents, prospective parents and anyone who would like to have a closer look at this Prep to Year 12 school in the Glasshouse community.

This is a perfect outing for the whole family with free train rides, animal nursery and face painting. Make a day of it and enjoy lunch from one of the many food trucks or stands while listening to live music on the shady lawn outside the library.

Free bus tours of the Agricultural Science farm

Glasshouse Christian College has short waiting pools across most year levels and can no longer accept applications for Prep, Year 6 or Year 7 for 2025.

We encourage anyone who is interested to register as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

OPEN DAY

SATURDAY 20 MAY 10AM – 2PM

Take a campus tour and see the new buildings

Be entertained by Dance, Drama and Music performances

Enjoy Science shows and interactive displays

Purchase yummy snacks from the food trucks and stalls

Meet the Principal and teaching staff

Ride the free train around campus d d

Have fun with a free jumping castle and animal farm

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Beerwah SHS ATAR success

2023 former students kicking goals

WE are very proud to share with the community that as a result of achieving an ATAR score above 90, four graduates from 2023 have received offers to study in their chosen degree pathways in areas including Physiotherapy, Biomedical Science, Commerce and Law.

Congratulations Lexie, Nikita, Poppy and Raisa! This success for all shows that anything is possible for

students who graduate from the gates of Beerwah SHS!

In addition to this, Beerwah SHS is proud to announce that Poppy Taylor from the class of ‘23 was recently recognised with a TJ Ryan Merit Award. Poppy was nominated for this award by our school as she demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and academic excellence during her senior years at high school. This is a

phenomenal achievement as fewer than 50 students from a statewide cohort of more than 50,000 receive this award. Congratulations Poppy, you have a very bright future ahead of you!

We will continue to profile and share with our community many other success stories as we hear about the great postschool destinations of our graduates from the class of 2023.

Exceptional childcare, personalised service

GUPPY’S Early Learning Beerwah (8-10 Greber Road, Beerwah) is positioned for convenience and easy family access provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for Early Learning and Long Daycare.

Our vision is to provide exceptional childcare through personalised service.

Our philosophy is built on a strong ethos of respect –

for children, their families and our educators. Our quality childcare programs are designed to support the individual needs of each child, ranging from 6 weeks to school age.

Our trained childcare professionals curate and modify the programs based on the individuals in their class each year, integrating a large focus on sustainability, recycling,

indoor/outdoor play and natural playscapes. With fantastic school holiday vacation care programs for school-aged kids, your child will spend their holidays playing, learning and having a blast!

Guppy’s prioritises playbased learning, expanding their Fine and Gross Motor Skills through a vast range of activities such as; sensory play, environment exploration and

investigation, and creative mediums.

Play-based learning encourages children to participate in a fun, confident and supportive learning space.

Enrol now for 2025, and join the Guppy’s Beerwah.

Beerwah State High School

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Lexie Bachelor of Physiotherapy Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Poppy Bacheror of Biomedical Science University of Queensland (UQ)

Nikita Bacheror of Biomedical Science University of Queensland (UQ)

Raisa Bacheror of Commerce/ Law University of Queensland (UQ)

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Calling all young artists!

Artists on the horizon youth showcase

GET ready to shine at the 2024 Artists on the Horizon, Youth Art Showcase at Immanuel Lutheran College!

It’s our first-ever student focused event, and we’re all about celebrating the incredible talent of young artists from the Sunshine Coast and beyond.

Here’s what you need to know:

Entries are open now and close Wednesday, July 31, at 5pm, and the cost to enter is free. The arts showcase is open to all students from Prep to Year 12.

The showcase will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at A.J. Stadium, Immanuel Lutheran College, Buderim.

We want to see visual and creative art pieces that celebrate unique style and vision.

Whether you paint, draw, sculpt, take photos, or create wearable art, this is a chance to shine!

Plus, there are amazing prizes up for grabs, including a $3000 prize

pool generously donated by Haymes Paint Shop Maroochydore, along with extra creative rewards like art supplies and lesson vouchers.

10 August, 2024. It’s free to enter and entry to the gallery is just a gold coin donation. Winners will be announced throughout the day.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your talents to the world and be part of a celebration of rising artists. Join us at Immanuel Lutheran College for an exciting exhibition and sale of student artworks, open to the public from 10am to 5pm on Saturday,

Let’s make this event unforgettable – we can’t wait to see what you create! Register today! www. artistsonthehorizon.com.au

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‘Under Eights’ celebration day

JOIN in the Under Eights Day celebration at Landsborough State School on Friday, May 24, from 8:45am until 10:30am.

The school is inviting all young children and their families in the local community to come along for a morning packed with exciting activities, games and endless smiles!

The day coincides with Under Eights Week 2024 and provides an

opportunity for young children to shine, highlighting the rich contribution they make to the community.

This year’s theme is ‘Connecting to Culture Through Play’ and the school has planned a variety of activities that encourage playfulness, spontaneity, exploration, imagination and fun!

Principal Selina Barry, explained how the day is all about the youngsters.

“Our school really looks forward to hosting Under Eights Day celebrations each year. Everything is fun when you’re under eight. It’s all about being a kid, enjoying all the good things and bringing everyone together,’ she said.

The Under Eights Day event is free to attend. If you would like any further information, please contact Landsborough State School on 5436

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Small school with big values

MALENY State High School has approximately 700 students currently enrolled from Years 7 - 12.

We believe that this is the perfect number to guarantee a unique balance of individualised student care whilst offering a diverse range of curriculum programs and activities.

Our school prides itself on its rich history of outstanding academic

achievements which are created through a commitment to care and compassion.

Our students are local and global citizens who thrive in a friendly, personalised educational community.

They are offered a range of academic and Vocational pursuits, schoolbased traineeships and apprenticeship pathways.

It’s such a privilege to have an on-site, fully functional, agriculture farm. This offers our students opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.

Our students learn responsibility, initiative, teamwork and the importance of caring for the environment through interaction with animals

and the land.

Maleny High offers a smorgasbord of programs and initiatives that pique student interest. We are a School of Excellence in Music. There is also an ‘Altitude’ Program (Science & Mathematics Academy in Years 7 and 8), flourishing International Student Program (Home Stay, Study Tour and Long/Short-Term enrolments) as well as Leadership opportunities.

Our thriving Student Council (alongside various other groups and committees such as Interact and the Inter-Year Program) give students a voice and

a platform to get involved in the decisions that shape our school. Junior students participate regularly in interschool sporting events. We’d love to showcase some of the many things that make Maleny High a special place to learn.

Please join us on Friday, May 3 (9am to 11.15am) for an Open Morning where you can meet and chat with our school’s Administration team, School Captains and Junior Secondary Student Leaders. There will be an Information Session followed by refreshments and guided tours of the school.

The power of quality education

Inspiring students to embrace and value inclusivity, empathy and authentic care

By Lizzi Hickey

ST John’s has been established for over eighty years as a Catholic secondary school in Nambour. With outstanding modern facilities, St John’s College has a fine tradition of scholastic, cultural, sporting and extra-curricular success and excellence.

We prioritise the happiness and safety of our students. Our dedicated and supportive community fosters an environment

where every child feels a strong sense of belonging and connection, is valued and encouraged to explore and achieve their full potential.

We believe in the power of a quality Catholic education to guide students towards becoming respectful, responsible, resilient and compassionate individuals. Through a curriculum embedded in these principles, we inspire our students to embrace and value inclusivity, empathy,

humility, kindness, stewardship and an authentic care for the other.

Our approach to learning is centred around meeting students at their stage of development and level of readiness. We understand each child is unique, with different strengths, talents and learning styles. With personalised attention and a tailored curriculum, we ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive academically and personally, so that

they meet and exceed their individual goals and aspirations.

At St John’s College, our staff go beyond academic achievement to foster holistic development. Our comprehensive programs encompass sports, leadership, arts, music and many extra- curricular activities, enabling students to explore their interests and passions outside the classroom.

Enrol and unlock a world of possibilities for your

Balanced diet in decline

Statistics reveal decline in fruit, vegetable and milk consumption

IN light of the latest findings by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealing a concerning decline in fruit, vegetable, and milk apparent consumption among Australians, the Federation of Canteens in Schools (FOCIS) reaffirms its position to work with government, canteen associations and stakeholders across the country empowering school communities to make decisions that result in healthy food services.

The report issued by the ABS paints a sobering picture, indicating a noticeable reduction in the purchasing of essential food groups, particularly fruits, vegetables, and milk, from Australian supermarket outlets. This decline is another sign of a shift towards less nutritious dietary choices, which can have profound implications on public health and well-being.

Amidst these findings, the Federation of Canteens in Schools reaffirms its commitment to working with canteen networks and associations across Australia, as these important organisations are the cornerstone of school nutrition initiatives essential to the physical and cognitive development of children and adolescents.

"Our nation's youth are facing

challenges when it comes to maintaining a balanced diet," remarked Leanne Elliston, Chairperson of the Federation of Canteens in Schools.

"As we witness a decline in the consumption of fruits and vegetables and an increase in unhealthy packaged snack foods, it becomes increasingly evident that the role of school canteens in providing healthy food choices for children has never been more crucial."

“Through collaborative efforts with school canteen associations and networks, communities, and government agencies, FOCIS is dedicated to supporting innovative strategies that promote the consumption of fresh fruits, vegetables, and dairy products among students.”

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A RECENT study conducted by diabetes awareness website Diabetes Strong has shed light on the most googled questions regarding the medication Ozempic.

Topping the list is “how to get Ozempic,” with an average of 48,800 monthly searches. Other popular inquiries include variations such as “how can i get Ozempic,” “how to get on Ozempic,” and “how to get Ozempic online.”

Ozempic is a prescriptiononly treatment approved by the TGA for individuals with type 2 diabetes.

Despite its popularity, not everyone with type 2 diabetes may be prescribed Ozempic,

“By offering a diverse range of nutritious options, school canteens serve as vital hubs for instilling lifelong habits of healthy eating and nourishment for young children.”

In response to the findings, the Federation of Canteens in Schools calls for renewed focus and investment in additional support for canteen associations and school-based nutrition initiatives.

FOCIS will continue to foster

to tackle this problem, including:

National School Food Network meetings to discuss current trends, pool resources, share insights, and collectively address challenges associated with promoting healthy eating in schools.

Advocating for Systemic Change: working with canteen associations and networks FOCIS will continue to advocate for policy reforms at both state and federal levels, urging the implementation of measures

Preventing ingrown toenails involves taking some simple steps and practicing good foot care habits.

that prioritise and support the well-being of school children. FOCIS recently provided a submission to the Australian Government consultation on limiting unhealthy food marketing to children.

Efficient Resource Allocation: FOCIS and its members create and share digital content and online training resources to allow for more efficient allocation of resources, enabling joint initiatives, educational campaigns, and the development of educational modules aimed at empowering schools to implement and sustain healthy eating practices.

Ozempic online trend VR technology eye impact

as alternative methods such as dietary adjustments, physical activity, and insulin treatment may suffice for some individuals.

The study also found significant interest in understanding how Ozempic works and its potential cost. Additionally, there is curiosity about the medication’s composition and its potential for weight loss, despite it being intended primarily for diabetes management. It’s crucial to note that ozempic and similar medications should be approached with caution due to potential side effects and their specific TGA approved purposes.

OPTOMETRISTS are expressing caution as the market sees a surge in the launch of new Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) headsets, with projections indicating a potential increase in Australian users to 3.3 million by 2027.

The concern over potential negative effects on eyesight coincides with recent data from The Bupa Pulse Check, revealing that 34% of Australians perceive technology as detrimental to their mental health, particularly among those aged 18-29.

Bupa Optical Optometrist Karen Makin acknowledges the significant role VR and AR technology could play in

healthcare and society but emphasises the need for more research into their long-term impact on eyesight.

Excessive screen time, especially at close range, may lead to issues like shortsightedness, dry eyes, and eyestrain.

To address potential concerns, Makin advises regular eye tests every two years or as recommended by medical professionals to monitor changes in eyesight and discuss lifestyle habits such as screen time and VR usage. In recent years Bupa has incorporated VR therapy into aged care facilities to assist residents with cognitive impairment.

Here are some tips from Stepping Out Podiatry, to help you avoid ingrown toenails:

1 Proper nail trimming: Avoid cutting your toenails too short, as this can encourage the nail to grow into the skin. Use sharp, clean nail clippers or scissors, and avoid tearing or ripping the nails.

2. Don’t cut the corners: Never cut down the corners of your toenails. This can create sharp edges that are more likely to penetrate the skin as the nail grows.

3. Maintain the right length: Keep your toenails at a moderate length, so they don’t extend past the edge of your toe. Nails that are too long are more prone to becoming ingrown, and can easily catch on socks or shoes, which can lead to nail trauma.

4. Choose proper footwear: Wear shoes your toes. Tight shoes can put pressure on the toenails, increasing the risk of an ingrown nail. The more narrow the front of your shoe, the more likely an ingrown nail is to occur, as they can squeeze the toes together.

5. Maintain good foot hygiene: Keep your the skin around the toenails, making it easier for the nail to cut into the skin.

or swimming, and change into clean, dry socks. Changing your socks is very important, especially when exercising, to maintain healthy feet.

6. Avoid trauma: Be cautious when injuring the skin or causing any trauma around the nail area. Remember, the wrong shoe can be traumatic for your feet as well!

7. Seek Professional Help: Podiatrists are highly trained high risk footcare practitioners. Therefore if you notice any signs of an ingrown toenail, such as redness, swelling, pain, or signs of infection, please phone our clinic as we are always happy to talk to you. Early treatment may prevent the condition from worsening.

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I HAVE been very intrigued to see the newfound interest by Sunshine Coast Labor MPs Rob Skeleton and Jason Hunt to address the crime crisis by starting a petition for a dedicated police helicopter in the region.

This Labor Government has been in power for a decade and only now the local Labor MPs wake up to the fact there is a crime crisis? What’s changed? The fact that Queenslanders will go to the polls on Saturday 26th October. Skelton and Hunt are only interested in saving their seats in the Queensland Parliament and not putting victims first.

Sunshine Coast residents have been pleading with these same local members for years, but in the chaos and crisis of the Labor Government, they’ve stopped listening. Many residents and businesses, if they have not already been a victim of crime themselves, would know someone who has.

On top of what locals are telling me, our local LNP candidates, Kendall Morton in Caloundra, Clare Stewart in Noosa and police officer Marty Hunt in Nicklin are hearing from victims of crime daily.

Since Labor came to power in 2015, stolen cars have soared by 115%, assaults have skyrocketed 205% and unlawful entry

is up 9%. The sad reality is that the current laws do not fully support the remarkable work our police do.

Only the LNP will give the Police and the Courts the laws and the resources they need to fix the youth crime crisis. Only the LNP will have gold standard early intervention programs to prevent kids entering a life of crime and rehabilitation programs to help get young offenders back on the right path. Only the LNP has a plan to fix the Child Safety and residential care systems.

If elected, the LNP will roll out the “Making Queensland Safer” laws and remove detention as a last resort from the Youth Justice Act.

Andrew Powell MP Member for Glass House

What A Croc

So according to Crank the Croc last week, “suddenly everyone’s interested in the bloody quarry”. Yes, we really are, because there’s only a few days left to make a submission to oppose Hanson’s proposal to double its output to 1.2 million tonnes per year.

the reason people are mentioning the environment and tourism is because there’s far more political gain for Council to be seen to be doing the right thing in response to these issues. It seems no-one is interested in a few locals whinging about noise and dust and too many trucks.

So how can this proposal even be given due consideration by Council

revenue involved.

And don’t be fooled by Hanson, a German-owned company with an annual turnover in Australia of $1.5 billion, recently offering $5 million to fix the local roads. What a crock! It’s nothing more than a blatant attempt to look like they’re the good guys offering us locals a helping hand.

Many locals are strongly against this proposal

for an area that’s now officially designated as a “Biosphere”? It doesn’t sound very environmentally friendly to me. This area is also listed as a “landscape of national significance” on the Qld & National Heritage Register, but that doesn’t seem to matter when there’s

And to answer Crank,

preselection for the federal seat of Fisher, was an employee of the LNP for seven years and more recently was employed by One Nation for some years. I found it disappointing that they insisted on referring to themselves as Independents. Given this criteria, Tracy Burton could have also called herself an Independent, but chose to be transparent with her political leanings. Many folk have suggested that this probably cost her the election.

I can only remain hopeful that Mayor Natoli stays true to her commitment of community consultation and I encourage Malenyites to join me in emailing any concerns to her - mail@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Anni Philp Maleny Greens Maleny COMMUNITY

Precinct?

for many solid reasons, including road safety issues at the school, increased traffic congestion at the town intersection, more air and water pollution from quarry dust, health issues, and permanent damage to the ancient landscape. The residents of Coonowrin Road already endure unacceptable levels of noise, fumes and dust from the quarry trucks, and are concerned at loss of value for their properties if the volume of trucks increases.

This proposal to double the quarry’s output is NOT acceptable. If you have concerns about the impact on our town, please make your submission to Council before May 2, 2024.

Click on this link: https://developmenti. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ Home/ApplicationSearch

Jenny Waldock Glass House Mtns Election reflections

At the risk of having the term ‘sour grapes’ thrown at me, I would like to comment about the candidates for Division 5 at the recent Local Government election and the results of that election.

It is now well known that Winston Johnston is a life member of the LNP while Richard Bruinsma is a past member of the LNP, has stood for LNP

Overall, Ms Burton lost Division 5 by 1181 votes on preferences. The numbers for Maleny were much closer. Mr Johnston received just one vote more than Ms Burton on preferences. Suggesting that close to 50% of people in Maleny will be hoping for serious involvement before any decisions are made on their behalf.

Particularly around the planning and management of the Maleny Community Precinct, for which Tracy Burton campaigned so strongly.

According to recent media, the Maleny District Sport and Recreation Club (MDSRC) have a strategic plan for the Precinct.

In fact, they produced a strategic plan some time ago for the land that they lease on the Precinct. If they have done further strategic planning for the Precinct overall, I wonder who exactly gave them that role and who in the community, outside their own affiliated organisations, were spoken to? I can’t remember any community meetings called to show us this plan. I’m concerned that Mayor Natoli seems keen to liaise strongly with MDSRC as if it is the representative group of the whole community. It is interesting that Richard Bruinsma, a non resident, is now going to produce a newsletter for MDSRC to tell us what is going on. Many in Maleny are tired of waiting for a much needed park on the Precinct as promised in the Maleny Local Plan of 2014, a document which seems to have been overlooked in the ensuing ten years.

The new Mayor has “declared” that a special interest group, the Maleny District Sports and Recreation Club (MDSRC), is the sole point-ofcontact representative of the community in regards to the needs of the community for developing the Maleny COMMUNITY Precinct. The MDSRC is NOT representative of the Maleny and surrounding communities.

Noting that recreation includes dog walking, kite flying, bird watching, picnicking, jogging, fitness exercises, yoga, meditation, throwing a ball, etc.

It is not just the few organised “recreations” as related to the MSDRC member groups. We need broad engagement, consultation and fair representation. Community engagement includes door knocking, weekly meet-ups, online forms, surveys, focus groups, etc. Our councillor should be actively enabling these community conversations, not relying on the narrow special interest groups to provide him with myopic needs and opinions. During the recent council election campaign, each candidate expressed their intention to engage with our community, however not all spoke on how they would achieve this.

The community would benefit from a significant and broad consultation to discover if the current state of development, of the Maleny Community Precinct, is on track as a whole community asset. Previous significant community consultations were conducted in 2007 and 2011. We need that degree of consultation now too, firstly to review the effectiveness of development over the last 13 years. And, secondly, to determine the direction for future development as a whole community asset.

Garry Claridge Maleny

Time Family Artists in Bloom

Multi-disciplinary exhibition from mother and daughter

By Sonia Isaacs

‘IN BLOOM’ is inspired by the Japanese concept of Oubaitori, the idea that people, like flowers, bloom in their own time.

Created by mother, Crystal Waters, Conondale artist Ilana Cowan and her daughter Sara Yael, this multidisciplinary exhibition features over 30 artworks including abstract art, visual art, indigo textiles, bespoke lamps and hand-painted indigo clothing.

important for me at this time in my life because rather than just retire, I feel I am embarking on a new journey altogether,” she said.

Her daughter, Sarah Yael, said growing up, her mother’s passion for painting and art surrounded her and shaped her entire upbringing with the beauty of her mother’s creations.

Ilana Cowan said she was very proud to be exhibiting alongside her middle daughter Sara Yael, whose support and encouragement had played a crucial role in her artistic journey right from the beginning.

“This exhibition is very

“Her influence propelled me towards various creative pursuits—I’ve worked as a designer, a musician, and a stylist, yet never delved into visual arts until now,” she explained,”

“They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree... and this exhibition holds a special place in my heart,” Ms Yael added. Ms Yael said the inspiration behind the series of paintings she was exhibiting stemmed from her understanding of ’The Big Blue’, and the constant source of healing water brings.

Horoscopes

TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

With full forward Mars in Aries accompanied by alert Mercury, this could be one of your year’s most inspired and dynamic cycles. Though it’s definitely worthwhile considering that while cathartic venting can bring a certain relief, best not to overdo it or you’ll really try peoples’ patience.

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

LEO

With Mars and your planet guide Mercury both in their most unrestrained placement, conversations could reach epic heights. But also unedited opinions, yours or someone else’s, may cause unexpected reactions. In which case, this week’s best outlet for channelling explosive emotions is into physical activity.

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

Too much of a good thing might feel like just the right amount during this week’s sensual transit, so go ahead: pamper yourself and the ones you love with those favourite luxury indulgences. Enjoy and relish every scent, taste, feel of a hug, sight of a smile, sound of a vo ice...

Abstract artist at Vianta

VIANTA Arts, will be showcasing an exciting new exhibition by local artist Samantha Midcalf.

Described as an eclectic abstract artist, Ms Midcalf said she embraced a diverse range of abstract styles in her work.

that working with texture and acrylics is where her love and passion for art gravitated towards.

Her passion for art started as a teenager, where she experimented with various art genresacrylics, oils, textures, sculpture, and pottery.

She soon discovered after doing a few courses

“I am inspired by flora, natural land formations, deep sea caves and after recently looking at some images from our solar system, I am very excited to paint some galactic abstracts,” she said.

The exhibitiion will run at Vianta Arts, Simpson Street in Beerwah from May 5 till June 30.

Forty years of musicals

SINCE 1984, Palmwoods Singers Theatrical Society has been bringing the delights of musical theatre to appreciative audiences around the Sunshine Coast hinterland and beyond.

In 2020, a sub-group, Palmwoods Little Village Theatre, was formed, and continues the tradition of joy through performance with annual musical theatre

To celebrate Palmwoods milestone of 40 years

accomplishment, this year Little Village Theatre’s group of mad-cap entertainers will present ‘The Royal

WEEK BEGINNING APRIL 30

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

The theme of reinvention continues with the current astro-transit’s makeover of your work zone, professional aspirations and career trajectory. Retrograde Pluto could increase power plays in group dynamics, so if you can’t broker satisfactory agreements, try a different approach rather than attempting to force an outcome.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

Been feeling a little burnt out? Venus suggests infusing more self-care into your schedule. No need to spend a fortune; you already know how to find the sweet spot between sensible and expensive with a spa treatment, massage, or simply slowing down and taking time out for a staycation.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

Headstrong Mars in its most reactive mode might tempt you to apply the sarcastic sting. But with so many planets in fixed signs like your own, this isn’t likely to attract the results you want, so refine that verbal toxin into a hit of witty wisdom that everyone can benefit from. .

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

We are living in a material world, and your guiding planet Venus in her present placement is a material girl. And the planet of love and money, so this is an auspicious week to attend to assets, possessions, finances, and planting the seeds of what you want to grow more of.

Galah Performance’, a light-hearted romp around the world flying with Royal Galah Airlines, in three matinee performances 2pm4pm, at the Palmwoods Guide Hut on June 8, 9 and 16. Tickets are $30, which includes afternoon tea.

For bookings: Call Moira on 0409 026 145. More details check out Little Village Theatre on Facebook.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

The double dose of rush and fuss from hothead Mars and mouthy Mercury in a trigger-tongued fellow fire sign could make this week’s restrained pace feel frustrating. If so, take your impatience out into nature: yours is the sign most capable of observing and learning from her example.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

This week’s celestial emphasis in a fellow earth sign switches on your personal zodiac zone of fun and artistic activity, inviting you to a smorgasbord of earthly pleasures: wining and dining, dancing and romancing - just in time to remind you all work and no play makes a boring Capricorn.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

With planet Pluto now retrograde in your sign, you may want to google those increasingly relevant lyrics from the musical Hair about harmony and understanding in the Age of Aquarius. Your current job is demonstrating the best aspects of the Aquarian archetype by introducing new ideas to the collective.

With Mars galvanising your money zone and professional projects with an injection of motivational energy, the force is with you for taking the initiative. But you’re not the only one receiving the red planet’s assertive booster shots, so carefully select your best moments to push, pause or pivot.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

Now the hearty partying’s done, astral energy in your sector of worldly affairs says it’s time to assess your financial trajectory: Is it heading in a direction you’re happy with? If not, let clever Mercury in your sign direct you to who, where and what will provide the best advice.

with Lilith Rocha

Baking by Sara Yael

in sync by Sara Yael

Turquoise Bay by Ilana Cowan

Ilana Cowan

Sara Yael

ANZAC Day across the Hinterland

MALENY

A War Widow 1917

at the races. A pretty girl with an air of jaunty stylishness. Gold-rimmed binoculars held up to her eyes with a black gloved hand. One shoulder raised higher than the other. The fragrance of her rose perfume drifted on the air. And her hair! Tousled, with a touch of wildness, as though she’d thought, ‘I really don’t care, but I’d better put it up for the races’.

A ghost of a smile haunted her lips as her binoculars followed the speeding horses, but the smile vanished when the race ended. I turned towards the track as the crowd

been backing Cavalier? Maybe she’d put two dollars on him because of his name, I mused, the name reminding her of her love for the boy on the adjoining property and their childhood joy of galloping over the paddocks together, he on Cavalier and she on her horse called Galahad.

I looked up at the board. Cavalier didn’t come in first or even get a place. He was second last. My eyes darted back to her. As she lowered the binoculars, I saw that her lips were trembling. She wanted to weep for her sweetheart,

Contributed by Joanna Barrett

but the gloves didn’t allow her to dig in her drawstring bag for a handkerchief. Besides, her father was approaching. He would pat her arm, I knew, and tell her it was only two dollars. ‘Women aren’t meant to know about racing, my dear,’ he would say, his jovial manner blending with the shrill heartiness of the crowd. She caught my eye then and I saw it: the raw pain, the bleak despair beyond the tears, the mystified frown above her eyes as she wondered how she could go on holding the pain.

Because her beau had been killed in the second year of the

war. Yet there was comfort in her father’s touch. She took his arm and pressed her face into his warm shoulder.

brewed coffee

light meals

Glasshouse Christian College staff members members

Jason Hunt MP with his son and Keven, Spencer Green and George Sedgewick

Spencer Green and Bradley Jobe

members of Beerwah Beerwah Rural Fire Brigade

Peter Hayes and family

Yvonne Turner and Carolyn Fullerton

Robert Harper, John Unwin, Keven and George Sedgewick

Jacki Glover, Tyler Friske and kids

Cr. Jenny Broderick and RSL Sub Branch President John Nisbett

Veterans gathered at Turner Park

Photo credit: Casey Mcintyre

Glasshouse Country RSL sub branch president Brian Machin

Phil Thymm and Keith Hayley

Bella Redshaw and Lior Halliday

TS Centaur Naval cadets Maleny

Carmel Barrett, Peter Barrett and Helen Gilmour-Walsh

Author Joanna Barrett

NEWS Church & Communit y

“Sacrificial Giving”

WE are in the season of celebrating heroes – Easter, ANZAC Day and Mothers’ Day coming soon – occasions for remembering sacrificial giving in the past. I would like to honour sacrificial giving in our Glasshouse Country and Maleny area recently and encourage others to follow their examples.

Until last week, Deb and Judy brought to our church car park the left-over goods from Buck’s bakery in Landsborough every Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. These were distributed to the children who gathered after school as well as aged pensioners and some single parent families of the area. No money changed hands and these two women paid for their own fuel and bags to hand the goodies to the children who waited eagerly for some special afternoon tea snacks. A couple of our church members would assist with setting up a table for the display of the bakery items and the hygienic selection of the bread and rolls by adults, but this was really the ministry of these two women and Buck’s

bakery generosity. Whatever was left over would go to other community centre outlets the next day. It was a wonderful use of resources and saved landfill waste. These generous people did it not for reward – they probably will be most embarrassed that I have named them – but because of love for their community and those less fortunate. In previous ministry appointments, my congregations have offered a weekly free lunch or a monthly evening meal for the community, and household goods for recent refugees or displaced flood/ bushfire victims. We are too small a congregation here to be able to offer meals, but collect each week non-perishable food and hygiene goods for distribution through the Neighbourhood Centres at Glasshouse Mountains and Landsborough. We do it because we are trying to obey Jesus’ commandments for us to “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 13: 34) echoing the Hebrew commandment “Love your neighbour as you love

yourself.” (Deuteronomy 24: 17-22 and Matthew 10:1819, Luke 19:27.)

Developing a ‘Community Spirit’ of sharing and caring for others takes a deliberate choice and willingness to do ‘sacrificial giving’ to others. As the ancestors to the people of Israel were advised by God through the prophet Moses over 4000 years ago, the health of a community depends on caring for others –strangers as well as family and friends. In our 2024 global community, we need to recover this spirit of generosity and compassion recalling how integral it was in times of hardship and war as we celebrate our ANZAC heroes and mothers. May you be inspired by God’s generosity and love for you this week, shown through the sacrificial giving of our heroes and neighbours.

Generous community donations

THE Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre would like to publicly extend a huge thank you to the many generous members of the community who have kindly donated necessary items for those who visit the centre in times of need.

The list of names is too large to individually thank everyone here, but further details are on the centre’s Facebook page. This will also give anyone who would like to donate, an idea of ideal items needed.

Some significant donations

have also been given by Sunshine Coast Council and some local businesses and churches in the area.

Funding from Council has been used towards long overdue refurbishment of bathroom facilities.

Woolworths Beerwah, Glass House Mountains Bowls Club, and Glass House Mountains Uniting Church have all recently donated quantities of food and personal products.

If you would like to donate any items to the centre, please feel free to drop into the office which is open 9-12pm Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Alternatively, contact 5438 7000 for other options.

The real cost of will contesting

Contributed by Fleur Adamson

Walk As One on World Labyrinth Day

IN recent decades the rediscovered meditative practice of labyrinth walking has been building in popularity across the world.

Historically found in many ancient cultures it is believed to have been adopted into the Christian tradition around the fourth century. By the middle ages

times when a pilgrimage to another place, such as the Holy Land, was difficult to make.

Much like our lives, whose twists and turns leave us metaphorically lost and disorientated at times, the message of a labyrinth is that although the world around us (and in us) will change in difficult ways,

TULE is holding a very interesting event called ‘What About Me’ at the Maleny Players Theatre on May 19, to explore the controversy around the real cost of contesting a will. We all know families that hold animosity and grudges from an unfairness in the past. Contesting wills is all too common in Australia.

Generational family

intentionally is celebrated every year on the first Saturday in May when thousands of people around the globe participate in World Labyrinth Day.

As a moving meditation for world peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience, we are invited to “Walk as One at 1” local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy passing from one time zone to the

Maleny Anglican will be hosting a 7 circuit Chartres-style ‘Walk As One’ experience on Saturday May 4 between 1-2pm at 2 Walkers Drive. Everyone is

For more information please visit MalenyAnglican.com.au or WorldLabyrinthDay.org

5pm:

Rd, Beerwah Sunday 7am:

Caloundra St, Landsborough

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

breakdown can be one of the greatest costs of contested wills. Family relationships, blended families, migrations, and changing societal values all play in the decisions made when determining the dispersal of assets. Wills can be an effective family planning tools, not about the beginning of life, but rather about the end of life.

TULE, Tying up Loose Ends, is a community

WASTE MATTERS

Plastics Waste

This year’s Earth Day theme ‘Planet vs Plastics’ is a call for action to end plastic use, particularly single-use plastics. This is vital to safeguard our health and the health of our planet. Apart from the damaging environmental effects of plastics, we are all ingesting harmful plastic particles (microplastics) which contain known carcinogens, heavy metals and toxic chemicals.

It may seem impossible

to imagine life without plastics, but we all need to be doing more to look for plastic alternatives where we can. What can we do to reduce plastics?

• REFUSE to buy items & food wrapped in plastic.

• STOP using single-use plastic bags (eg bin liners).

• CHOOSE plastic alternatives – eg wooden furniture & toys, glass containers, natural fabric clothing & textiles, plastic-

outreach to support people to make effective end of life decisions. Deborah Moseley has been working in the community for many years to bring skills that will minimise conflict. She will help facilitate the difficult conversations we all need to have. It’s time for heart to heart communication that will leave all our relationships enriched. www.tyinguplooseends. com.au/

free cleaning products, bamboo toothbrushes.

• MAKE your own food & if you buy takeaway, take your own glass container.

• JOIN & SUPPORT groups raising awareness of plastic pollution – eg ‘WAM’ (Maleny), ‘Ten Little Pieces’ (Sunshine Coast), ‘Plastic Oceans’, ‘Take 3 for the Sea’, ‘Greenpeace’.

• SIGN petitions. ending plastic use – eg Greenpeace’s Global

WAM’s aims are to educate and empower people to take action on waste and related issues, at a personal and community level. To find out more, visit our website www.wasteactionmaleny.org , Facebook group WAM Waste Action Maleny or email us at wasteactionmaleny@gmail.com.

With Waste Action Maleny

Glasshouse Uniting Church member

with Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

By Rev’d Deborah Bird

Labyrinth Buderim

The Mooloolah MobWalking Group

When: Every Monday & Friday, 7am

Where: Martin Rungert Park, Mooloolah

Info: Walking is for about an hour and it is a great way to start the day and to make new friends. This is a National Heart Foundation group activity with certificates and awards for number of walks and attaining certain goals. Most of all it is about staying active and healthy in a friendly social environment. Please consider coming along to enjoy the social aspect of belonging to a friendly group as well as the health benefits of regular exercise. New walkers always welcome. For more details phone Rose on 0438 147 173 or Annie on 0401 161 731

Hear Their Voices - Speak Up for Women and Children

When: Wednesday May 1st, 5.00pm

Where: Cotton Tree Park, The Esplanade, Maroochydore

Info: Sunshine Coast Council and Centacare are asking our local community to stand together to mark Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month in May with a number of local activities, including a candlelight vigil and march on May 1. The candlelight vigil will be held at Cotton Tree Park, The Esplanade, Maroochydore at 5.30pm. Prior to this, the community is invited to join the march to the vigil site. It starts at the corner of Cornmeal Parade and Horton Parade Maroochydore. Please gather from 5pm for a 5.10pm start.

Pelvic Care Workshop

When: Thursday May 2nd, 9-10am

Where: Glasshouse Community Hall

Info: Free workshop. Movement, meditation, mind-body connection. With Woman’s phsio Taryn Gaudin.

Maleny Arts and Crafts Group Autumn Fair

When: Friday to Monday May 3rd6th, 9am

Where: Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street Maleny Info: The fair will feature items handmade by our group and include; clothing, glassware, jewellery, woodwork, art,

woollens, pottery, jams and pickles, toys, handbags and more.

A sashiko (Japanese embroidery inspired) quilt is the raffle prize. The fair is a good opportunity to find a unique Mother’s Day gift.

The Brick Zone May the Fourth Star Wars Celebration

When: Saturday May 4th

Where: Sunshine Coast University Auditorium

Info: The May The Fourth Star Wars Celebration for 2024 has arrived on the Sunshine Coast.

Created for adults and children of all ages, you have the opportunity to be part of an exciting day celebrating everything Star War. Book now https://events. humanitix.com/star-wars-maythe-4th-celebration

Walk As One on World Labyrinth Day

When: Saturday May 4th, 1pm2pm Where: 2 Walkers Drive, Maleny

Info: The practice of walking gently, meditatively and intentionally is celebrated every year on the first Saturday in May when thousands of people around the globe participate in World Labyrinth Day. As a moving meditation for world peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience, we are invited to “Walk as One at 1” local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy passing from one time zone to the next. Everyone is welcome! Donations are invited for the Anglican Board of Mission appeal to assist Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza and those who have been displaced, injured, or lost their livelihoods during the conflict.

Beerburrum Country Market/Car Boot Sale

When: Saturday May 4th, 8am12pm

Where: Beerburrum Comminty

Hall - 7 ANZAC Avenue,

Beerburrum

Info: Car boot sites and stall holders are welcome for inside the heated hall and the outside sunny grounds. With the cooler weather upon us come buy some warm gifts for the loved ones in your life from our local makersincluding jewellery, dolls, bags, bowls, paintings, pictures, baked goods, steering wheel covers, dog treats, scrunchies, plants, hand towels, flowers, earrings, cutting boards, socks and various handmade creations - as well as

many more! Free card making is on offer as well as our coffee lady and popular bacon/egg rolls. The dog wash returns this month. Like to book a spot then call Patricia on 0430 433 734 or email beerburrumhallpresident@gmail. com

Hazara Women for ChangeBenefit Concert

When: Saturday May 4th, 5.30pm

Where: Maleny RSL

Info: This concert is a fundraiser for Hazara Women for Change refugees living in Melbourne. These women are raising money to send to Afghanistan to support women and girls to be fed, housed, safe and educated. Maleny’s Club Acoustic and Welcome to Maleny Refugee Advocacy Group are proud to host this event featuring local talented musicians and dancers.

Mother’s Day High Tea

When: Saturday May 4th, 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Where: Glasshouse Mountains RSL

Sub Branch

Info: $25 per adult, $15 per child under 10.

Limited seating, book early. RSVP by the 27th April to Rita 5438 7467 or Cheryl 0429 667 965.

Acis and Galatea

When: Saturday - Sunday May 4th5th, 2.00pm

Where: Maleny Primary School Hall, 16 Bunya Street, Maleny

such as severe storms, floods, bushfires, and heatwaves. For more information or to make a large group booking, please contact Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) on 1300 363 783 or email didrr@qdn.org. au.

Are You Safe At Home

When: Thursday May 9th, 12.15pm

Where: Maleny Neighbourhood Centre Info: Family violence is not your fault. Join us for a free community lunch and get access to information about keeping safe in your home from Centrecare DV Service, Relationships Australia and Speak Up Now. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

Glasshouse Country Senior Citizens Club - AGM

When: Tuesday May 14th, 9.30am

Where: Beerwah Community Hall, Peachester Road, Beerwah Info: An opportunity to enjoy friendship, fun, outings and luncheons for seniors 50+ . All seniors welcome.

Maleny Hospital AuxiliaryCharity Golf Day

Info: Inspiration Project Choir present Handel’s Acis and Galatea.

Vianta Arts Presents

Creative Arts Group

When: Until Sunday May 5th

Where: Vianta Arts, 70 Simpson Street, Beerwah

Info: Creative Arts Group, a variety of work range from drawing, watercolors, pencils, acrylics, oils and pastels and mixed media from representational work to contemporary realism, quirky and abstract.

Get Ready, Plan Ahead

Workshops

When: Thursday May 9th, 10am1pm Where: Beerwah Community Hall, 25 Peachester Road Beerwah

Info: Learn how to plan for your health and safety in emergencies

When: Friday May 17th, 9am

Where: Maleny Golf Club, 18 Holes, 4 Ball Ambrose. For more information and bookings visit www.trybooking.com/CQCOJ

FESTURI Multicultural Festival

When: Saturday - Sunday May 18th - 19th

Where: Eleanor Shipley Park, Moffat Beach

Info: FESTURI Moffat Beach: The Surf and Sea Multicultural Festival Where surf and sea meet music

and dance.‘Brace yourselves for an explosion of culture, colour, and community spirit as FESTURI, the Sunshine Coast’s premier multicultural celebration, announces the rescheduled FESTURI Moffat Beach: The Surf and Sea Multicultural Festival. Book free now @ festurimulticulturalfestial

Yandina Country Music

When: Sunday 19th May, 12pm Where: ACMA ‘Hall of Fame’ 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina

Info: Yandina welcomes highly entertaining guest artists the T Birds to the ACMA country music concert on Sunday the 21st May! You’ll also enjoy popular country music and other upbeat, crowdpleasing favourites from local artists backed by a great house band. Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $10 Members $8.

What About Me

When: Sunday May 19th, 2-4pm Where: Maleny Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds

Info: Tule are holding a very interesting event regarding the controversary around the real cost of contesting a will. Contesting wills is all too common in Australia. Generational family breakdown can be one of the greatest costs of contested wills. Family relationships, blended families, migrations, and changing societal values all play in the decisions we each make when determining the dispersal of assets. Enquiries: Fleur Adamson 0409 470 822

MAY 4-6

Maleny Wood Expo

When: Saturday May 4thMonday May 6th

Where: Maleny Showgrounds

Info: Woodworking workshops, demonstrations, artisian stalls, live music, children’s activities plus lots more. Visit www. malenywoodexpo.com/ for more information.

CARS, BIKES, CARAVANS & BOATS

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program Autumn 2024

Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a community-based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Wild dogs cost Australia’s agricultural sector $89 million per year. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna including koalas. Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control restricted species on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility.

sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

PUBLIC NOTICES

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The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Cambroon, Conondale, Curramore, Eerwah Vale, Elaman Creek, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Obi Obi, Peachester, Reesville and Witta areas from 8-31 May, 2024.

For more information please contact: Sunshine Coast Council T 07 5475 7272 E mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

POSITIONS VACANT

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Pack-shed Supervisor based in Beerwah suitable for an applicant who is responsible, motivated and displays exceptional leadership skill. Main Duties and Responsibilities: checkers and roustabouts in the packing shed.

processes are maintained. company policies are adhered to. throughout the enterprise.

COURSES & TUITION

Keep up-to-date with all the

Skills:

initiative to plan and monitor work.

a professional manner. Please forward your resume to: work@ashbernfarms.com.au

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local pound, and he

people when he arrived. Our dog trainer has worked with Odin and we have discovered he has a kind and gentle nature. He is now much more settled with people and seems ok with dogs he meets, He

probably suit a single animal home the best. He walks well

Range Croquet Club

Contributed by David Kerr

THIS past week of course included Anzac Day. One of our members, Nic Cram is a genuine veteran, having served in helicopters in Vietnam. His service was recognized at the Anzac Day march when he was conveyed in an Alvis vintage sports car. Nic and the Alvis are about the same age, and both are looking good!

At the club on Thursday afternoon Donna Manning again demonstrated her prowess, this time beating

second match Dianne Horsman out played Wallace Roy and David Kerr 9-7.

Saturday saw the Range team head to Caloundra to compete in a round of the Bray Pennants. Dianne and Wallace each won their singles match against the husband-and-wife team of Don and Kerry from Caloundra. Then in the doubles match Don and Kerry recovered to narrowly beat David Kerr and Dianne 17-14. Thanks to the Caloundra Mallet Sports Club for being welcoming hosts (although Wallace hasn’t quite forgiven them for “accidently” eating his sandwiches.)

Maleny Bowls Club

Contributed by Brett Gillis

WHAT a fantastic week at Maleny Bowls Club which started with another successful Tuesday Jackpot Pairs competition with 18 bowlers chasing the prize of $238. Lucky draw of -15 was

took back seat when we said farewell to one of our members who is heading to Brisbane. Ken Barker has been a stalwart for many years. He plays a strong game and regularly helped with maintenance of the court lawns. Ken has also been a correspondent to this newspaper, reporting on the activities and personalities of the Range Croquet Club. Ken would have preferred to slip away

Club selected teams with 8:30am for 9am start with visitors and new bowlers most welcome. 2 x 10 ends of playing that includes morning tea.

quietly, but his friends made sure that wasn’t happening and we enjoyed his recollections while sharing afternoon tea.

Play days:

Association: Thursday and Sunday. Please arrive at 1.00 pm for games to be arranged by 1.30 pm. Contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 for other days.

Ricochet: Tuesday. Please arrive at 8.45 a.m. for games to be arranged by 9.00 a.m.

Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8 a.m.

Our web address is: https:// rangecroquetatmaleny.org. au. For details contact Sarah Widin 0417 640 704.

Glasshouse Bowls Club

Contributed by David Hayes

WEDNESDAY 24.04.24

8.30am Bowls. Ladies Championship “A” Grade Singles Final. In a high

quality game Marilyn Podmore def Chris Frestwster 25 - 13. Well done to both ladies. This is Marilyn’s 2nd A Singles title. Thanks Darcy Wilson for marking.

Social - Winners of the day were Lyn Griffiths, Steph

Sleeman and Brendan Freshwater. R/Up were Margaret Blair, Carolyn Malcomson and Sally Squires. Anette Capern and Gaylene Coppa also received their Veteran badges.

under the stars is a lovely experience enjoyed by all - why not come and give it a go?

Wednesday Twilight Bowls includes a barbeque at 6pm with triple games running from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Everyone is guaranteed a game with visitors and new bowlers

Unfortunately our Friday Scroungers and Junior Academy were cancelled because of rain - when will it end! Our next event for juniors is being held on 10th May from 6pm to 8pm so mark it in your calendar.

Our Club Champion Men’s Pairs team of Ian Cope and Rob Coffey competed at the Sunshine Coast District Champion of Champions event held at Nambour. This was the second year in a row that we were represented at this annual competition and in tradition they played well, did the club proud but were beaten on the day. Our Ladies Champion Wendy Bulger and Men’s Champion Dave Robson will be competing at Coolum Beach in singles competition this coming weekend and we wish them well.

9am each Monday morning to ...

Witta Tennis

Contributed by Pauline Fraley

WITTA Tennis Club

Tournament Sunday 2 June. Entries to paulinefraley@ gmail.com. Nominations close 26 May.

The Whistlers played at Mooloolaba against the Diamonds. With rain forecast, we weren’t sure if we would be able to play but we managed to play all the sets. Good to be on the court, and good tennis as usual, and we brought a win home in the end! Score was 39-24 games, 5-3 sets. Team was Paula Cudmore, Donna Kuskopf, Brenda Warner and welcome Sue Gedda to our team!

Despite a good start by the Wikings, the ladies were badly let down by three

quite second hand Snowy Mountaineers, with Boko as always contributing the entertainment for the day. Murgon were way better than good and have agreed to provide counselling and basic coaching before our next encounter. The Mountaineers were John Bradshaw, Ian Mathews and Andrew Moser with the help of Kev Bochow and the wonderful ladies Sue Gedda and Nat with the Hat.

The weather gods were with us today for our 3rd seniors match of the season against Gympie played on the Witta courts. A new look Gympie team turned up with some strong competition for the Witta Wompoo regulars of Sean Lepper, Mal Carlisle, Tony Keenan, Jim and Paula Cudmore and Donna

Saturday 27.04.24 Men’s Championship “A’ Grade Singles. Semi Finals. Rodney Sharpe def Paul Chirgwin 25 - 20. David Booth def Graham Nicholson 25 - 18.

1pm Final - Last year’s winner was too strong with Boothy def Sharpy 25 - 4. Thanks to the markers, umpire and the great crowd on hand to support the players.

Kuskopf. Three tie break sets kept scores even for a while however the Witta team were victorious 10 sets 66 games to 2 sets 45 games.

JIm, Donna and Paula all played steady tennis to come up with wins in all their matches. Well done to all and looking forward to some more fine weather for our match against Murgon at Gympie on May 26th.

Katya’s Tennis Drills Thrills and Fitness is on Friday Nights at 5:45pm. Cost is $20. Come along and join in the fun. All levels are welcome.

Social tennis: Monday ladies 8am and Saturday mixed 1pm. All are welcome. Court bookings please call 0437 295 501 or go to the website: www.wittatennis. com.au.

Above left Marilyn Podmore and Chris Freshwater Ladies A Singles winner and R/Up 2024. Above right Men’s A Singles winner and R/ Up 2024. Left Rodney Sharpe with winner David Booth

Nic (and the Alvis) passing Anzac Day onlookers.

Ken Barker in a philosophical stance.

Tuesday Jackpot Pairs is a terrific way to spend your morning with new bowlers and visitors most welcome.

with Kirra Livingstone

Jack Tucker ready to return to the pro wrestling ring Wrestler’s comeback bout this weekend after three years on sideline

By Kirra Livingstone

GLASSHOUSE professional wrestler, Jack Tucker, announced his return at United Pro Wrestling’s (UPW) 15th recoil event in Caboolture (April 27), after having a three year break from the sport.

Now that he is back, there is no getting rid of him. His first match back will be at the Banana Bender Pub on Saturday, May 4, where he will fight Bones for the UPW Featherweight Champion belt.

Jack Tucker (real name Kyle Bullard) said he is excited to burst back onto the scene, to show everyone what he’s capable of.

“I’ve been waiting for the right time to make my return, which I think is now and I’m grateful to have been welcomed back with open arms to United Pro Wrestling,” Kyle said.

“When you’re in front of a crowd you almost feel larger than life.

“It’s a feeling unlike anything else and the atmosphere is amazing.

“I’m excited to get back in the ring again, my first match and reintroduce myself to the fans.”

Kyle has big plans for his

official return and stressed he was always coming back to pro wrestling.

“It honestly was a case of life and commitments that ultimately led me to having to step away,” he said.

“I knew it was never going to be a case of if I return, but when I do.

“My goal is to get my name back out there to the fans and wrestling community and make the climb back to the top of UPW which means winning back the United Pro Wrestling Championship.”

The 24-year-old said he was pumped for his return to the ring.

“I’ve been back in training full time for a month now and feeling better than ever,” he said.

“There has been a lot of cardio, conditioning and familiarising myself with the ring again.

“It was mostly positive other than a bit of ring rust which was expected.”

Kyle debuted for UPW when he was 19 years old.

He held the UPW Tag Team Champion belt with Malibu from August 2019 to October 2019, and the UPW Champion belt from November 2020 to March and fell in love with it, I’ve been a huge fan ever since,”

Bulldogs ANZAC Day round

“I looked up

Female Football Week highlights women in sport Masters are off to state titles

“We have a lot of great women in our club who all deserve to be nominated.

“From our president Amanda, to the girls who not only play but coach some of the young teams like Molly McCaughey, Kirra Crouch, Emily Gripske and Abbie Topfer.”

She said that the work done behind the scenes from admin roles to the coaches and players, all played a vital role in keeping the club motoring along.

Amy added the Matildas’ success at the recent World Cup had helped shine a spotlight on women’s

“The Matildas have played a huge part in the growth of women’s football in the last few years,” she said.

“The world wide promotion and advertisement of women’s football has been so

important.

“Girls that didn’t know who the Matildas were, are now running around in their jerseys.”

She added the Matildas had a snowball effect on women’s football, right down to an increase in junior girls signing up.

Amy finished by bringing attention to just how much the sport has grown for girls and women in the past five years.

“In the last five years we have seen significant growth in female football,” she said.

“I personally have seen more young females coming through the ranks each year and more interest into our senior teams with this year.

“We had so many numbers, we could create a third senior women’s team for the first time in a few years.”

THE Beerwah Masters Swim team collected 13 medals after a huge four day effort at the 2024 Queensland Masters Championships.

Lene snagged four gold and one silver, Courtney got one gold, one silver, and two bronze, Louise won two silvers, Ange scored won gold and Nardia got a bronze.

Following these impressive results at the team’s first States event, Lene has made the World Aquatics Masters top ten for a second year. She is also ranked top three in eight masters events in Australia, and Nardia, Sam, Kylie and Courtney are also all in the top ten rankings in the country.

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Just a tap

A passenger in a taxi leaned over to ask the driver a question and gently tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention. The driver screamed, lost control of the cab, nearly hit a bus, drove up over the curb and stopped just inches from a large plate glass window. For a few moments everything was silent in the cab. Then, the still shaking driver said,

Little Johnnie

Little Johnnie’s neighbour had a baby. Unfortunately, the baby was born without ears. When mother and new baby came home from the hospital, Johnnie’s family was invited over to see the baby. Before they left their house, Little Johnnie’s dad had a talk with him and explained that the baby had no ears. His dad also told him that if he so much as mentioned anything about the baby’s missing ears or even said the word ears, he would get the smacking of his life when they came

back home. Little Johnnie told his dad he understood completely. When Johnnie looked in the crib he said, “what a beautiful baby.” The mother said, “why, thank you, little Johnnie.” Johnnie said, “he has beautiful little feet and beautiful little hands, a cute little nose and really beautiful eyes. Can he see?” “Yes”, the mother replied, “we are so thankful; the doctor said he will have 20/20 vision.” “That’s great”, said little Johnnie, “coz he’d be in big trouble if he needed glasses.”

“are you OK? I’m so sorry, but you scared the daylights out of me.” The badly shaken passenger apologised to the driver and said he didn’t realise that a mere tap on the shoulder would startle the driver so badly. The driver replied, “No, no, I’m the one who is sorry, it’s entirely my fault. Today is my very first day driving a cab. I’ve been driving a hearse for 25 years.” Asparagus

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Jobs for the yard in May

The weather is kinder and there’s so much of interest going on. Don’t forget Mother’s Day is just around the corner – and garden plants, tools or clothing make for a lovely way to show your appreciation to her … or you can be more hands on and make her a garden bed of lovely flowers.

• If you have had spring flowering seedlings which haven’t survived the flooding rains, it’s not too late to plant iceland poppies, pansies or

• Grass growth will be starting to slow down now but weeds still grow. Keep on top of weeds, especially bindi-eye,

• Bare rooted roses will be in stores now but don’t rush in and buy, as the optimum time is the end of next month.

flowering – such as parrots beak heliconia – can be cut back now, leaving the new growth for next seasons flowering display.

• Apply a light dusting of lime to bare veggie beds. Don’t apply fertliser at the same time as the lime reacts with the nitrogen creating ammonia gas.

• Plant leafy coriander plants now. The cooler temperatures will stop them bolting to seed.

• Cannas and chrysanthemums can

be cut back as soon as they’ve finished flowering.

• Your strawberry plants should be coming on well now. Apply a little pelletised manure and use fish and seaweed solutions regularly over the plants to keep them in good health. It’s not too late to put some in if you haven’t yet.

• Dahlias that are dying back should be trimmed off and those that have not yet started to die back can be trimmed to half their height. They’ll need to be lifted out of the ground next month (June).

• If you’ve planted broad beans, pinch out their tips to encourage more flowers to form.

• Lawns shaded from the morning sun may develop Dollar Spot disease. You’ll notice small circular dead patch which rapidly spread. You can spray with a lawn and garden fungicide, but if you just keep the water up to your lawn it will soon disappear.

• Plant new citrus trees this month and next. Always remove any fruit before planting, or better still select trees without fruit for more vigour. Do not fertilise young trees until 3-4 months after planting.

Vegetables

Plant beetroot, silver beet, broad beans, onions, spring onions, peas, carrot, kohl rabi, lettuce, radish, turnip, capsicum, celery, beans, garlic, leeks, parsnip, peas, potatoes, sweet potato, tomato, broccoli, parsley, cabbage, cauliflower and coriander.

Plant alyssum, marigold, petunia, calendula, cineraria, cornflower, dianthus, hollyhock, kale, lobelia, pansy, phlox, iceland poppy, primula, snapdragon, statice, stock, sweet pea (seedling), viola, carnation, cyclamen, foxglove, gaillardia, salvia, sunflower and verbena.

Feeding the Hungry Masses

with Spencer and Karen Shaw

It’s that time of year when the temperatures start to drop and our native wildlife need to start eating their fill to keep warm and hopefully put on a bit of fat to keep them going through the cooler months.

The best way to that help our wildlife isn’t to feed them up with titbits from the kitchen, but with gardens full of native plants. Plants that flower throughout the year (in particular during the winter months) are a boon for bees and other insects that feed on nectar and pollen and one of our favourites for this is Coleus alloplectus, a groundcover growing to about 50cm that flowers well in winter. Banksia spinulosa – Hairpin Banksia is flowering beautifully at the moment and a great food source for nectar eating birds. For the fruit eating birds and possums, plants like Native Raspberry - Rubus probus, Native Elderberry - Sambucus australasica and Creek Lillypilly - Acmena smithii can be good sources of winter fruits.

As always in SE QLD, with our amazing biodiversity this is only the tip of the iceberg, plant nectar producing, insect hosting and fruiting shrubs, trees and vines to keep the birds and other wildlife fed and warm.

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