Back to work and it’s not soon enough

WORKING from home was always meant to be a temporary stay of affairs while covid worked its way through our lives.

But almost immediately a bunch of public servants owned it as their God-given right and a bunch of seemingly progressive companies jumped on board with their own flexible rules all in the name of staying an attractive (and ‘woke’) place to work.

Well, wouldn’t you know it but now those same companies have decided staff are more productive when they’re physically in the office. Duh.

Did AI help them come to that conclusion?

The Commonwealth Bank has backflipped, Elon Musk hates it, Hostplus agrees and so what seemed a permanent four-day weekend for many are now shepherded back to the daily grind. About time.

My guess is that when the labour market starts to revert back to normal transmission everything that workers took for granted during covid will become a hazy memory.

Best dust off those resumes sooner rather than later I’d say.

PEACE BROTHERS

Having never been to war, I’m going out on a vibe here when I say I don’t think I’d much like years.

These people are trained to kill. Is the outcome surprising?

START-UPS

Good to see the government’s start-up venture investments are going well.

It seems as hard for government as it is for the average punter not to want to pick winners.

At least the punter does his dash with his own cash.

Warnings for asthmatics

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has issued a strong reminder to all Australians suffering from asthma to have an asthma plan in place with their general practitioner (GP). This advisory comes in response to the recent smoke haze that has engulfed Brisbane and parts of south-east Queensland, greatly impacting individuals with asthma and other health conditions. The air quality in Brisbane has been categorised as “very poor,” with levels reaching an alarming 11.9 times higher than the World Health Organisation’s recommended annual air quality guideline value as of 1 pm yesterday.

Highlighting the significance of effectively managing asthma, the President of RACGP emphasised the need for individuals to establish and adhere to an asthma plan.

She urged all patients, particularly those with severe asthma, to proactively develop a comprehensive plan since the deteriorating air quality in Brisbane and southeast Queensland has left many individuals gasping for air.

The unpredictable nature of asthma flare-ups necessitates a wellstructured asthma plan to ensure timely intervention.

Dr Bruce Willett, the Vice President and Queensland Chair of RACGP, echoed the sentiment and emphasized the gravity of the situation. He stressed that having a

Written Asthma Action Plan (WAAP) is vital for asthma sufferers to effectively manage severe flare-ups, especially during times of deteriorating air quality.

Dr Willett expressed concern that a significant number of asthma patients either lack a WAAP or fail to adhere to it during an asthma episode, which often results in emergency department visits and unnecessary distress.

He urged Queenslanders at risk to take immediate action, advising them to update their medications, including preventative asthma medications, and to always carry rescue medications like relievers.

He also encouraged individuals to stay indoors during periods of worsened air quality and to check on family members and friends who may be vulnerable to asthma-related complications.

Hard for young to find help

GROUNDBREAKING research conducted in Australia has shed light on the challenges faced by younger individuals exhibiting symptoms of bowel cancer. The study reveals that these patients often find themselves advocating for their own health, as they encounter age bias and barriers to diagnosis.

Published in the BMJ Open and BMC Primary Care, the research is the first of its kind to explore the perspectives of earlyonset bowel cancer patients in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

Dr Klay Lamprell, Chief Investigator at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Macquarie University, expressed that young people with bowel cancer experience similar difficulties worldwide. Due to their age, they are frequently overlooked in relation to this type of cancer. The research discovered that younger patients may consult multiple doctors for a period ranging from three months to five years before receiving a diagnosis. In some cases, they may visit general practitioners (GPs) 10 or more times. Even when presenting symptoms such as blood in their stool or rectal bleeding, GPs may not immediately refer them to specialists for further testing, exacerbating the delay in diagnosis. The diagnostic trajectories of early-onset bowel cancer patients differ from those diagnosed at a later stage. Diagnosis in younger individuals can take up to 60% longer, with numerous missed opportunities for detection, resulting in a higher likelihood of being diagnosed in advanced stages of the disease. Latestage diagnosis often necessitates more aggressive treatment, leading to physical, psychosocial, and quality of life challenges, particularly in relation to fertility and ostomy management.

Art, Calligraphy and Papercraft Exhibition

Time: Saturday 3 - Sunday 11, 10am-2pm daily

Public information session

Until June 11

Where: Buderim Craft Cottage, Main Street, Buderim Info: Buderim’s Calligraphy and Papercraft Group is hosting its biannual exhibition, this year titled Rhythms of the Coast, featuring beautifully crafted artworks and paper designs that reflect the rhythms of the stunning Sunshine Coast region. Watch calligraphers demonstrate and explain various scripts, and view their interpretation of traditional and modern lettering created with ink, paint and gold leaf. There will be art for sale, exhibition pieces on display, and raffles to win. Free entry.

Celebrating Trinidad and Tobago

Time: Tuesday June 6, from 11.30am

Where: Peachester Community Hall

Jun 6

Info: Peachester and Beerwah QCWA Branches are jointly hosting an International Day lunch. Each year QCWA branches study a country of the world, and for 2023 the focus is on the Caribbean island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. The lunch menu will be inspired by West Indian cuisine, and there will be displays and entertainment celebrating the culture of Trinidad and Tobago. Tickets $15.00. Please let us know by Tuesday May 30 if you would like to join us (phone Helen 54949557).

Film screening: Watander: My Countryman

Time: Saturday, June 10, 6pm for 6.30pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple St,

Maleny

Jun 10

Info: In the lead up to Refugee Week (18 - 24 June), ‘Welcome to Maleny’ is hosting a film screening of ‘Watander: My Countryman’, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers, Muzafar Ali and Jolyon Hoff. Tickets are $15 per person with a concession ticket $10. There will be a licensed bar and snacks available for purchase. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=1042441&

Peachester Village Markets

Time: Saturday June 10, 8.00am to 12noon

Where: Peachester Community Hall

Jun 10

Info: Hosted by Peachester Branch QCWA. All your favourite stalls: home baking, handicrafts, produce, plants, jams and chutneys, jewellery, toys, home and garden wares, bric a brac, coffee van and more. Stall sites still available, contact 5494 9557 or 5494 6122 to book.

Cavalleria Rusticana

Time: Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 June, 3pm Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 June, 3pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple St,

Maleny

Jun

Info: A short dramatic opera of love & betrayal with story narration. Performed by Maleny Singers & Inspiration Project Choir, along with Maleny Performing Arts Orchestra, Conducted by Kim Kirkman. Tickets: Adults $35, Conc. $30, Children (up to 15 yrs) $15. www.trybooking.com/CHGCH

Demonstration and Health Talk

Time: Sunday 11th June, 2 - 4.30pm

Where: Landsborough Adventist Community Centre, 27 Maleny Street, Landsborough

Time: Monday, June 12, 2-4pm

Where: Maleny Library

June 12

Info: Tying Up Loose Ends (TULE) is a small non-profit organisation which endeavours to increase awareness, and to dispel myth, about death and dying, grief and loss, while engendering non-clinical support to those facing end of life, or to those in grief. For further details, please call Fleur Adamson 0409 470 822.

The Musos in Beerwah

Time: Tuesday June 13, 6 – 9pm

Where: Beerwah Hotel, 53 Beerwah Parade, Beerwah

Australia’s finest pianists to perform at Lucas Parklands, Montville

Time: Wednesday 21 & Thursday 22 May, 3pm

Where: 126 Narrows Road, Montville

June 13

Info: A monthly music event (second Tuesday of the month), featuring our most impressive local musicians and guests from all around. Coordinated by the Glasshouse Musos with its great PA sound, each act has a short set, so contact us if you’d like to book a spot. We might be able to squeeze you in if you turn up, but best to book. Contact whitickerm@bigpond.com. https://www.facebook.com/MuzikaMaleny/

Dancing at Lughnasa

Time: Fridays & Saturdays 7pm, Sundays 2pm

Where: Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds

Give me 5 for kids fundraising event

Time: Saturday June 17, from 2pm

Where: Club Glass House, 6 Gardner St, Glass House Mountains

June

June

Jun 21-22

Info: London-based Piers Lane AO will perform at the world class Lucas Parklands auditorium. Piers will perform two solo recitals on both of his June concert days, his program to include works by Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Liszt, and Rachmaninov. For tickets, please phone 0409 623 228 /07 54785667 Email: lucasparklands@bigpond.com

The Families of Fairview

Time: Saturday, June 24. 1- 4 pm

Where: 15 Porters Lane North Maleny

Jun 24

Info: Fairview (Pattemore House) welcomes you to come and explore the wonderful heritage of our area. Films, oral histories, surveying displays and amazing images tell the tale of this 1907 pit-sawn farmhouse. Homemade afternoon teas are served on the graceful verandahs, overlooking the pretty restored gardens! Disabled access, plenty of parking. $5 entry - kids free.

‘The Giants’ Maleny

Time: Friday, June 30, Movie 7.00. Dinner 6.00

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Jun 30

Info: - This is a special fundraising screening of the eco-documentary ‘The Giants’ sponsored by the Maleny Greens. Movie proceeds will go to the Bob Brown Foundation, helping to support projects that are actively making a difference. Movie $12. Dinner $10. Bookings: https://defendthegiants.org/event/the-giants-maleny-qld/

Emergency Services Day

Time: Saturday July 1, 10am-1pm

Where: Mooloolah Public Hall, 42 Bray Rd, Mooloolah

Jun 17

Info: Bowls event raising money for those who are our smallest and most vulnerable. Rainbow theme - prize for best dressed team. Raffles and money boards throughout the day. Teams of three, $20 per person. Sign up 2pm, bowls start at 2.30pm. First place - $150. Second place - $90. Live music from 4pm with the Reserves and Owls of Neptune. For more information phone 5436 5000.

Movie Matinee by UniSC Singers

Time: Sunday June 18, 3pm

Where: Mooloolah Public Hall, 42 Bray Rd, Mooloolah

Jun 11

Info: Plant-based cooking demonstration with a relevant health talk, including tasting of all recipes presented. Also includes prizes and giveaways. $5 per person. Bookings contact 0407 101 485.

Jun 18

Info: A soundtrack of songs from the silver screen including songs featured in The Sapphires, Wizard of Oz, Scrooged and Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? As well as Alice, Empire of the Sun, Captain America and Mamma Mia. Admission is free, although donations are welcome.

Yandina Country Music

Time: Sunday June 18, 12noon

Where: 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina

Jun 18

Info: Be entertained with popular country, including more diverse, crowd-pleasing favourites. Dance along to guest artists WOTUGET! Raffle, door prizes, BYO lunch, free tea and coffee. Cost $8

Jul 1

Info: A great time for the little kids and big kids to come and visit all the emergency service providers and learn more about their vehicles. QLD Ambulance Service will be offering CPR skills and every hour Mooloolah Fire & Rescue will be demonstrating a kitchen fire. BBQ and Barista coffee cart on site selling food and drinks.

Knitfest Yarn & Fibre Arts Fair

Time: Saturday July 1, 9am-5pm. Sunday July 2, 9am-4pm and Monday July 3, 9am-4pm

Where: Maleny township

Jul 1-3

Info: This year’s theme is Wild Women. Yarnbombing, Workshops, Masterclass Monday, Trade stalls as well as a suitcase market, Competitions and Demonstrations. For more information see the website www.knitfest.com. au, email knitfest@hotmail.com or phone 0417 626 167.

Biennial Quilt show

Time: July 30, 9am to 3pm

Where: Caloundra Arts Centre, 5 North Street, Caloundra

Jul 30

Info: The Caloundra Quilters show will display quilts in all manner of styles, colours, sizes and designs. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favourite quilt in each of the 3 categories – Large, Small and Challenge Quilts. Member’s handmade craft items will be for sale along with local trader’s tables and a bag raffle. Profits will be donated to the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge. Light refreshments will be available. Entry fee is $5. For information, please contact Deb Ridley on 0410 356 889 or Faye Carr on 0418 716 639.