Deanne conquers Blackall 100 The Blackall 100 trail run was a raging success this year, with a record number of entrants – around 620 – and record times. Organised by Glass House Mountains locals Brett and Megan Standring from Run Queensland (and Crookneck Retreat), the internationally regarded ultra-marathon continues to attract quality runners from around Australia as well as from overseas. Three of the four winners in the 50km and 100km main events came from the Sunshine Coast, which shows the depth of talent and dedication among local runners. Brett said Deanne Sinanovic was an example of how locals have conquered not just the the Blackall 100, but also their own personal barriers. Deanne is the daughter of Ron and Alison Horne from Landsborough Pool Supplies and she shared her story with us. “So I did it, I ran an ultramarathon! My first ultra and my first 100km and I enjoyed every minute,” Deanne said. “They say you can learn a lot about yourself when you run long distances. I’ve learnt I can do anything I put my mind to, and that hard work and persistence pays off. “I faced some major fears out there, ran through storms that seemed like they went on for ages, ran all by myself in the dark in the middle of nowhere ... I realised I
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can’t control the weather and the scary possum in the last leg was more scared of me. “I’m still scared of storms and the dark but it didn’t kill me and I’m one step closer to not being afraid. “I learnt that after 60km my knees do not like running or walking, or hobbling down hills. “I learnt how much fun it is to run in torrential rain through puddles. “I realise now just how many people around me support me no matter what crazy ass ideas I have. “So happy with the time I did 17 hours 53 minutes when I was aiming for a sub 20 hours. Can’t wait till the next one.” Brett may be dog-tired but he’s still full of enthusiasm for next year. “Thank you to absolutely everyone - from runners to supporters to volunteers to sponsors - for making 2019 such an unforgettable event," Brett said. “This event will go down in Blackall race lore as one to remember. “We are already looking forward to doing it all again next year so save the date … Blackall 2020, October 17.”
Powell celebrates decade of representing Glass House
LNP Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has marked ten years in the job with a local celebration. Family, friends, staff, volunteers and supporters gathered in Beerwah recently to mark the significant milestone, which Mr Powell described as a special occasion for him and his family. “It was wonderful to celebrate ten years as Member for Glass House with so many people who’ve supported me along the way,” Mr Powell said. “These days, ten years in politics is an extraordinary amount of time, especially in a marginal seat like Glass House. “Members of Parliament come and go, seats are won and lost and boundary redistributions can eradicate seats altogether. “To have successfully contested four elections is an incredible privilege and honour.” The celebrations are set to continue as Mr Powell will host four free community barbeques across the electorate including two in the Glasshouse Country and Maleny area between 5-6pm on Monday, November 4 in Tesch Park, Maleny and Thursday, November 21 at Settler’s Rotary Park, Glass House Mountains. “There is no need to RSVP – just rock up," Mr Powell said. “I look forward to seeing as many familiar faces and meeting as many new faces as possible and hearing their concerns and thoughts about Glass House and Queensland."
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