Edition 7 March 2012

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Hi Everyone Each year on March 8, International Women’s Day is held throughout the world and no this isn’t an event that requires the purchase of cards and gifts, but a day of acknowledgement of women’s achievements.

Glasshouse Country has plenty of dedicated women who run local businesses and we are profiling some of them in this week’s edition and then again in next week’s edition.

You will no doubt recognise many of the women featured, but we hope that you will also get a further insight into what makes them tick; what they have done previously and also maybe listen to their tips for other women.

And before I start getting any complaints from the blokes – later in the month we will be running a feature entitled ‘Men at Work’ so you will have your chance to be

featured in our pages as well.

As the State election campaigns are now in full swing we have also included a profile on the four candidates that are running for the seat of Glass House and in next week’s edition we will include the profiles for the three candidates running for the seat of Caloundra.

So I hope you enjoy this week’s information packed edition.

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This Week in GCNews Local news............................................. 3-7 2012 State election................................... 8 Doing business.......................................... 9 Women in business.................................. 10 Community groups................................... 12 Health Check.......................................... 13 Health beauty & wellbeing........................ 14 Living..................................................... 15 Out and about......................................... 16 Things 2 do............................................. 17 You said it............................................... 18 Real estate.............................................. 19 Churches and community notices.............. 20 Trades............................................... 21-26 Gardening............................................... 26 Sports news............................................ 27 Classifieds.......................................... 28-29 Fun page................................................. 30

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THURSDAY

Beerwah CWA will be holding a cent sale in the CWA Hall in Simpson Street Beerwah.

All funds raised will go to Young Care. Morning tea to be served at 9.30am, followed by cent sale. Lots of prizes. Bring a friend and make it a fun morning. Hope to see you all there. Any inquiries contact Donna on 5439 9606.

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FRIDAY

Glasshouse Country Christian College’s Kitchen Garden Market Day, from 8.45am at the school.

Purchase produce from the kitchen garden and local farmers.

Pumicestone District Orchid and Foliage Society next meeting will be held at the Ningi Community Hall, Bribie Island Road, Bribie Island starting at 9.00am. We will have a guest speaker talking on African Violets. Visitors Welcome.

For more information phone Di on 5496 2861.

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FREE mountain bike orienteering event in the Beerburrum State Forest. One course only, approximately 60 minutes worth of pedaling and great fun. All welcome.

We are also running a FREE foot orienteering event in the afternoon.

For more information or to pre enter this event please go to www.oq.asn. au event calendar or contact Dawn Clarke on 5494 9908.

Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild open day, 9.00am - 3.00pm, Maleny Road, just south of Montville. Tours, demonstrations, sale of used tools and more. Free entry.

GCNews Deadlines The next edition of GCNews will be March 14. Deadlines are as follows: Editorial - 12noon Friday General & trades advertising - 12noon Friday Classifieds - 12noon Monday Sports - 10.30am Monday

On the Cover If only dogs could talk, Scruffy the miracle dog would surely have an interesting tale to tell. Scruffy came off second best when he decided to mess with a toad, read the story of how he was brought back to life on page 3.

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Open Garden at Kerrark Gardens, 20 Ibis Court, Caboolture.

An idiosyncratic, colourful garden that vibrantly reflects the personalities and creativity of its creators, Kerry and Mark Herrod. A mix of diverse plantings complemented

by Kerry’s quirky artistic touches, the garden is dotted with statues and unique scrap-metal sculptures.

Refreshments and light lunch available.

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SUNDAY

Glasshouse Markets at Glasshouse Mountains School, featuring GMAN Market Day plant sale from 8.00am.

Plenty of Richmond Birdwing Butterfly vines and local native plants for sale. Our native species are still the tiny price of $1.00 a tube, and vines in larger pots are a very reasonable price of $6.00.

GMAN plant sale inquiries to Gwen, phone 5493 0029 or Yvonne 5438 7118.

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The Probus Club of Glasshouse Mountains will hold their monthly meeting at the Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club at 10.00am with guest speaker Bevan Mc Aleer to speak about his Antarctic Experience. We will also be holding our annual general meeting, we urge all members to attend please. Members and visitors most welcome.

Morning tea provided.

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Miracle dog renamed Lazarus Simone Turner couldn't quite understand why the receptionist at Graeme Lean's Landsborough vet surgery was doing a record search for her dog Scruffy under ‘L’.

Apparently, the receptionist had heard Graeme refer to the dog as Lazarus and assumed that was his name. In actual fact, Graeme was making a biblical reference to Lazarus of Bethany who according to the Gospel of John, was brought back from death by Jesus.

The night before, Simone and her husband Trevor had raced Scruffy to Graeme's surgery in Landsborough after they discovered him having a seizure and frothing at the mouth.

"During the short drive to the surgery, Scruffy was having a lot of trouble breathing and he was fitting.

I tried to help him by squeezing his chest in time with his laboured breaths but as I carried him into the surgery I could feel that he had stopped breathing all together."

Scruffy, a curious, nine-month-old Jack Russell

Terrier, had ingested a large amount of Bufotoxin, a milky white poison found in glands on the heads of cane toads which in large doses, are lethal. Dogs will froth and paw at the mouth, vomit, tremble, stagger, collapse, have seizures and die.

"Scruffy had arrested by the time he arrived here,” veterinarian Greame said.

“This is the first time I have seen a dog make a recovery from such a bad case of poisoning," he said.

After reviving Scruffy and stabilising him, Graeme sat with him for hours into the night making sure that he was ok.

Scruffy has made a complete recovery and has returned home to his relieved family who now sings Graeme’s praises and perhaps even worships the ground he walks on.

"All he needs now is a longer beard and some sandals!" said Simone of their own special miracle worker.

Graeme said if your dog has symptoms like those above, wash the dog’s mouth out immediately with running water and seek veterinary advice as soon as possible.

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First it was the seemingly unresolvable issue of water supply with Unitywater, followed

by Council’s refusal to remove an exotic tree poisoning the station’s tank water.

The final blow was a bill of more than $30,000 in damage and stolen equipment following a break in at their Coochin Creek headquarters.

Now, Lou Spann and the members of the Beerwah Rural Fire Brigade are wondering how much bad luck their volunteer brigade can take.

While they wait to find out how much their insurance will cover, the brigade has been overwhelmed by the level of support the community has shown in the past week.

“It’s the generosity we’ve always known,” Lou said. “Other than the funding we receive from the fire levy, we are completely reliant on our own fundraising efforts and the support of the community, and yet again, they’ve come to our aid,” he said.

In the past week, Energex have offered to replace the generator that was stolen in last week’s burglary, Beerwah Small Engines have offered to loan the brigade chain saws, and other local brigades have given them radios and other equipment necessary to operate on a day to day basis.

But it would seem that is the least of their problems.

The Beerwah Rural Fire Brigade has much bigger issues which threaten its future.

Ironically, their biggest concern is how they are going to pay for the water that is central to their whole purpose.

Despite Unitywater claiming that no firefighters would have to pay for water, the Beerwah brigade currently have no water supply after left being high and dry by the water authority.

Council were willing to upgrade the pipe to the station, but Unitywater said it had to be done by them.

They are now dependent on a 5,000 litre tank installed by Council, which, in another twisted tale of bureaucracy gone mad, they cannot use.

Instead, they rely on bottled water to flush the toilets at the station, and have to fill their tankers at a hydrant in Beerwah.

The water in their tank is unusable, poisoned by an exotic tree species that overhangs the building, on council land, which council is refusing to remove. The cost to remove the tree has been quoted by an aborist in excess of $5,000.

“Up until October last year, for 22 years, we had a reticulated water supply.

“Today, Unitywater is telling us it will cost more than $2 million to supply us with water, so we have to rely on a 5000 litre tank, which we can’t use because the water is poisoned by an exotic tree species our landlord won’t remove,” said Lou. “This is 2012, not the dark ages, and yet those in authority seem to think our situation is ok?”

Somehow, Lou and the crew of Beerwah Rural Fire Brigade remain a resilient mob, but he reckons they’ll shout the bar for the person who can help them out of this dilemma.

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Kids in the kitchen garden When is a cookbook not just another cookbook? When the recipes have been tried and tested on some of the toughest critics around, kids!

And that is certainly the case for Glasshouse Country Christian College’s latest publication, Cooking Creations.

Not only have most of the recipes been tested out on the students at the college, they’ve also played a part in growing the produce that features throughout the seasonal collection.

With more than 200 recipes, Cooking Creations has been lovingly created by the school community and reflects the journey of the school’s successful kitchen garden over the past three years.

The book, on sale for only $20.00, is a fundraising project for the kitchen garden program, where students from Prep to Year 3 are given the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook the produce collected from the garden beds they also help maintain.

The school’s kitchen garden coordinator Mandy Ward said the most rewarding part of the program was the feedback from parents who share the stories of their children enjoying foods they’ve previously never eaten.

GCNews, together with the Glasshouse Country Christian College’s Kitchen Garden program, has a copy of the beautifully presented Cooking Creations to give away to one lucky reader. To go in the draw, simply send us an email to editorial@gcnews.com.au or post a comment on our Facebook page explaining why

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Mandy said the recipes featured in the cookbook were a collection of those tested out in the college’s kitchen, as well as some family favourites shared by members of the school community.

The book, a real community effort, was already proving very popular with families, offering a range of fresh and healthy family friendly recipes, Mandy said.

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Thieves have struck in the hinterland again, this time targeting Mooloolah Cellars, in an attack very similar to the brazen burglary of Glass House Bottlemart two weeks ago.

This time, around $7,000 worth of stock was stolen by the group of nine thieves, who rammed their way into the shop with a vehicle.

The latest incident occurred shortly after midnight last Tuesday.

Officer in Charge of Landsborough Police Station Sergeant David Coultis said police suspected the same group of offenders was responsible for the latest theft, given the similar nature of the offences.

He said investigations were continuing, however if anyone has any information on either offence, they should contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 or the Landsborough Police Station on 5439 9149.

Beerwah Hotel’s Steven Holmes, who manages the outlet, said he was at a loss for words, following the second burglary in as many weeks.

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Council has commenced work on the replacement of a timber bridge at Meyricks Road, Glass House Mountains.

Work has started on the replacement of the old bridge on Meyricks Road, which flooded again last week Divisional councillor Anna Grosskreutz said the existing bridge had reached the end of its serviceable life and would be replaced by a single lane reinforced concrete structure with improved flood immunity.

The estimated cost of the project was $400,000 and was expected to be completed within 10-12 weeks, weather permitting.

Meanwhile, roadworks on Coonowrin Road, including pavement widening, a new foothpath, cycle lane and dedicated turning lane was expected to get underway on Coonowrin Road next month. The $380 k project will include the construction of kerb and channel on the western side of Coonowrin Road, with an adjacent two metre wide concrete footpath, on road cycle lanes and protected right and left turning lanes into Sugar Coast Drive. The project was expected to start in mid-April and be completed within eight weeks, weather permitting.

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From the Schools From Narelle Hill Beerwah State High correspondent

Beerwah’s brimming beginning At BSHS we’ve just passed the stage of settling back into school life and becoming accustomed to some new routines. It’s a good thing too because we have a lot on the agenda this year, but first a short recap of what has already transpired!

One of my personal favourites so far has been receiving a free bucket hat upon our return. Sure, some people aren’t keen on the idea but I know that my Year 12 form class spent a good half hour discovering all the different styles we could create with one simple hat… sailor hat, fedora, cap and some others that I don’t think have actual names. Plus we are now sun safe! Can’t forget that.

Our annual Cheer Cup kicked off our inter-house athletics year with a bang. It was a fierce competition between the four houses to produce the best war cry, resulting in a surprise victory for Ngungun (my house) by, rumour has it, a single point. Ngungun’s war cry was to the theme of SpongeBob Squarepants and may have involved swashbuckling pirates. The first actual athletics event though was the swimming carnival, a mixture of individual swims, relays and novelty events.

Buddla dominated the points on that one.

Also rehearsals have already begun for the school’s production of Grease, which isn’t set to open until late May. I’d suggest saving your pennies so you can buy a ticket to this one because there is no way it won’t be excellent with all of the gruelling effort going into it.

As to what might happen in the future? A number of this year’s student council attended a weekend conference held by yLead to aid our leadership skills and give us some ideas to bring back to school and put into action, but that’s all hush hush for now. We’re a secretive little bunch, aren’t we?

Beerwah prefect receives USC scholarship Former Beerwah State High School prefect Tyson Blair has received a $6,000 Vice-Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship from the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Tyson was among 56 recipients to be honoured at USC’s Undergraduate Scholarships Presentation Ceremony on Monday, February 13.

The 18-year-old Beerwah resident said he was overwhelmed and flattered to receive the scholarship, which will help support him financially as a student.

The OP5 graduate said he had applied to study USC’s combined Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Science as he could not decide which of these fields he wanted to specialise in.

“When I was at school, I always wanted to do business but I was also good at physics and chemistry. So when I saw that USC offered a dual science and business degree, I thought I would just do that,” he said.

“I also spoke to quite a few people who said they loved USC because of its friendliness and environmental surrounds.

“I am really looking forward to being at USC and getting back into the routine of studying after such a long break.”

USC Vice-Chancellor Professor Greg Hill said the University awarded scholarships, bursaries and prizes each year to reward academic excellence and to support students financially during their studies.

“The University is very grateful to our donors for supporting our students as they pursue their educational goals and future careers,” he said.

Tyson lists music and golf as his passions. He played the trombone in Tyson with Beerwah High deputy the Beerwah State High School band principal Tanya Hayden from Years 8 to 12.

Apology In last week’s edition of GCNews, we ran the incorrect photo with the story on former Glasshouse Country Christian College student Joshua Davis, who recently became a Dean Scholar at QUT. Our apologies to Joshua.

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2012 State election Glasshouse candidates Last week I went along to the official draw for positions on the ballot for the upcoming State Government Election for the seat of Glass House.

Glass House will be contested by four candidates who will appear on the ballot in the following order Stewart Luke (Greens), Andrew Powell (LNP), Ryan Moore (ALP) and Peter Harris (Kater's Australian Party).

We have given each of the candidates the opportunity here to introduce themselves to readers giving them a bit of background about themselves.

In next week’s edition we will be doing the same for the Caloundra candidates who will be appearing on the ballot in the following order - Christine Anthony (ALP) Mark McArdle (LNP) and Allan McKay (Greens).

We also plan to run in the edition before the election, each of the candidates say on what they think are the priorities’ for the Glasshouse Country areas of both electorates.

For those of you who will not be able to vote on the election day, prepolling is now underway in the Electoral Commission office at Beerwah, in Beerwah Parade two doors up from the Big Mower.

Greg Newton representing Andrew Powell, Ryan Moore Labor, Stewart Luke (Greens) with Peter Harris (Kater's Australian Party

Andrew Powell

Ryan Moore

It is nearing three years since I was humbly elected the state representative for the seat of Glass House. During these three years I have met and made friends with such a vast array of people that proudly call the Glass House electorate home.

I started out life in Melbourne and then went on to spend time in Brisbane, Rockhampton and Sydney during my childhood. My family eventually settled in Burpengary just in time for me to complete my schooling at Grace Lutheran College, Redcliffe. From there I went on to the University of Queensland where I was awarded Bachelor Degrees in Science (Geographical Sciences and Physics) and Arts (Modern History and Russian).

My career actually kicked off in public service within the Department of Defence in Canberra.

I was subsequently employed by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, and the Department of Child Safety. My area of expertise was in the field of ‘community engagement’ – a field where the government seeks the input and ideas of the local community and interested stakeholders when making important decisions. It was while working in this field that I decided to take my love of community engagement just that bit further and try my hand at politics.

In addition to being the Member for Glass House I have also had the opportunity to serve as the Shadow Minister for the Environment which has afforded me new experiences and relationships with the environmental landscape across Queensland. I am committed to this region not least of all because it is a great place to live and work but my wife and I both couldn't think of a more perfect place to raise our five young children.

Born in Maleny and a lifelong resident of the Sunshine Coast, Ryan is passionate about the future of our fantastic region. Passionate about infrastructure and health and education services for local families, Ryan is committed to working with Anna Bligh to get the priorities right for Glasshouse.

Educated at public schools in Maleny and Beerwah, Ryan is furthering his studies at Griffith University by distance education while living in Maleny.

Ryan is employed in a local family run small business and understands that local business is the backbone of our community. In his spare time Ryan volunteers his service to community organisations focused on training, social inclusion and legal aid to improve the lives of locals and the life of our community.

He has previously served as deputy state director for the prestigious youth-run aid organisation, The Oaktree Foundation. Ryan is passionate about the power of community broadcasting to bring communities together and has worked closely with Queensland icon 4ZZZ for many years communicating with young people across Queensland.

As a lifelong resident, Ryan keenly understands the needs of the community, and looks forward to delivering strong local representation to Glass House.

Stewart Luke

Peter Harris

QLD Greens Candidate for Glass House

Katter’s Australian Party is proud to announce Peter Harris as its candidate for Glass House.

Peter was educated in Toowoomba at the primary and secondary level and at UQ and ANU at the Tertiary level, and holds degrees in Arts (Computer Science) and Law. He is currently studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast towards a Graduate Diploma in Education.

Peter began his working life as a builder’s labourer and a farm hand, and was also a member of the Army Reserve. Before branching out on his own, he worked in the Commonwealth Public Service up to the Director level, mostly in the Department of Trade, the Public Service Board and the Attorney-General’s Department.

Peter was CEO and Principal Lawyer of his own small business law firm before he moved back to the Sunshine Coast. He is also a registered Migration Agent. He has travelled widely, and worked in China and the Philippines. He has taught at the Australian National University and numerous vocational courses, and is a long term member of the Community and Public Sector Union, and national union delegate to the Federal Attorney-General’s Industrial Democracy Committee.

He has undertaken considerable pro bono work, especially in relation to mesothelioma victims, homeless people in the community, workplace injuries and complaints against Telstra.

Peter considers Glass House to be one of the best places in the world to live and work. His wife Nida is a teacher, and their twin sons were born in December last year. They enjoy fishing and participate in Church activities.

Stewart has lived most of his life in Queensland and now considers himself a Sunshine Coast local.

He spent a lot of time here whilst growing up, and has lived in Glass House Mountains since 2006.

After completing his high schooling in Brisbane, Stewart worked in retail and the public service for a few years whilst developing his skills in community theatre. He completed a BA Communications, Theatre/Media, at Charles Sturt Uni and has had a successful career in Theatre and Events Management in Sydney. During this time he particularly enjoyed working with large and small scale community events where he saw what could be achieved when people come together to work to benefit their environment. He undertook further study to hone his teaching and training skills, and has completed a Master of Education in Adult Education.

Missing their home state, Stewart and his partner returned to Queensland to be with many family members around the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

Stewart has worked at Australia Zoo and for the Queensland public service in Brisbane. He gained a Certificate IV in TESOL from Mooloolaba TAFE, and now teaches adult English-language students where he is enjoying learning from the many cultures who call the Sunshine Coast 'home'.

Stewart's talents and experience have combined to provide a strong foundation in organisational and management skills, and allowed him to enjoy every opportunity he finds. He has a passion for learning, an eye for detail and the energy to bring these two things together to work for our community.

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Candidate facts and figures

Details of all of the 430 candidates nominated for the state’s 89 electoral districts is now available on the State Electoral Commission’s website.

The ALP, LNP and Queensland Greens are each contesting all 89 seats. Katter’s Australian Party has a total of 76 candidates, Family First 38 and One Nation 6. There are 43 Independent candidates.

The average age of all candidates is 47, the oldest being 83 and the youngest 18.

Following the official close of rolls, 2,746,844 Queenslanders are eligible to vote at the upcoming State election, with an average of 30,863 electors for each electoral district.

There are 108,000 more female electors on the roll than male.

Over 70,000 electors, mainly 18-year-olds, will be voting for the first time.

Fifty five per cent of electors are aged below 50, with a total of 1,350 aged 100 and above.

Voter assistance is available through the Electoral Commission’s website www.ecq. qld.gov.au or by phoning the Voters’ Helpline on 1300 881 665, open 8.00am – 8.00pm weekdays and 8.00am – 6.00pm each Saturday, including polling day.

Voting in all Queensland elections is compulsory.

Pre-poll centres opened on Friday, March 2. www.gcnews.com.au

Doing Business

Five minutes with …..

Ron Jones of Action Asphalt Explain the type of services you offer.

Driveway and carpark construction and maintenance, asphalt and concrete, road widening, line marking, bollards, sleeper walls and landscaping.

How long have you been operating your business?

The business has been operating for over 30 years and I have worked in the business for 25 years. Previously we focused mainly on private customers and their driveway needs, but since purchasing the business The Action Asphalt team from my parents in law in 2007, the scope of our services has extended into the civil works sector. Some of the companies we have sleeper walls and speedbumps. worked with include Leighton and Baulderstone, The private sector is the basis of our business, LendLease, Roadtek, and the Endeavour and we are committed to meeting the needs of Foundation. our customers.

What sets your business apart from others?

Call Ron on 0400 911 008 to find out how he can help to suit your individual needs. Action We have diversified to offer our customers a complete package – asphalt, concrete, drainage, Asphalt operates Monday to Friday, 7.00am landscaping and civil work, linemarking, bollards, 5.00pm.

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Don't miss local business networking Rod Richards from Rod Richards Consulting is a small business mentor with the state government’s ‘Small Business Solutions’ program and his advice to local small businesses is put ‘Small Business Solutions’ at the top of your ‘to do’ list.

Rod will be a special guest and sponsor of the Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce’s networking evening to be held at the Beerwah Hotel, on Wednesday, March 21 from 5.30pm.

Chamber President, Patty Shaw from the Commonwealth Bank, Beerwah branch said this is the Chamber’s first formal networking night for 2012 and, from past experience, those who attend find them a really useful opportunity to meet with other business owners who are operating in our region.

“I would like to encourage local business people who may not already be Chamber members to come along and find out more about our group,” Patty said.

“We time the event to start straight after work at 5.30pm and we generally go through until about 7.00pm. There is no charge for attendees and free nibbles will be served.

“On the night Rod will be giving a six minute

talk about government subsidised training opportunities for small business, which no doubt many of us could benefit from,” Patty said.

“When you’re running a business, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind, and forget about the bigger Rod Richards picture,” Rod said.

“When you’re booming, things are great, but do you have a plan in place for when you’re not?

“That’s where Small Business Solutions can help. We provide cost-effective, government subsidised, practical support on a range of business issues including planning, cash flow, finance, staffing, time management and customer service through one on one support and practical advice, right at your workplace.

Visit www.smallbusinesssolutions.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 40 60 80 for the successful future of your business.

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Accountants

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Leisa Thistlethwaite and Michelle Christopher-Blokland

Well known and experienced accountants Leisa Thistlethwaite and Michelle Christopher-Blokland recently opened their new business Hinterland Accounting Services in Simpson Street, Beerwah.

Leisa and Michelle have nearly 50 years of combined experience in the accounting industry, with the last eight years working in the local area.

“Before this we worked in some of the larger firms on the Sunshine Coast, whilst still residing in the local hinterland area” Leisa said.

“This makes us well equipped to understand the needs of the local business people, (both large and small business) so that we can provide a full service tailored to individual needs. ”We work closely with our clients to create a positive, friendly relationship to ensure the future financial success of all.

“We offer a wide range of services, from basic tax and accounting services to retirement and financial planning. In this current economic climate, being prepared for the future has never been more important.

“We hope to be able to offer an exclusive service to businesses, by providing them with support, advice and assistance across the whole spectrum of their accounting and financial needs,” Leisa said.

Hinterland Accounting Services is open Monday to Friday and is taking appointments now.

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After almost two years in the flooring industry, Jo still believes working with her husband and owning their own business has been a move in the right direction.

Jo said watching their local business grow with the help of the local community has been a highlight.

“We aren’t just a Carpet Shop, we are a Tile Shop, a Blind Shop and with the demand for D.I.Y. products, we are keen to show off our new products,” she said.

Jo prides herself on friendly, honest advice, so if you have any questions it is definitely worth popping into their showroom to have a chat with her. ”Hearing our customers say they appreciate the before and after service we provide on a daily basis makes all the hard work worthwhile,” Jo said.

Working in a close community has allowed Jo and her business to help support and sponsor local events such as Beerwah’s Big Night Out. Her advice to busy working mums would be to be organised. If it helps, do the grocery shopping online – then sit back and enjoy the special things in your life.

In her spare time, after organising the kids, Jo loves camping and this year she intends to make more time for it.

Jo Sommerfield

(between Neddy’s and Beerwah Flowers and Gifts)

Women in Business Gym Manager / Fitness Instructor / Mum of three boys.

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Andrea Poole

Andrea Poole

Andrea fell in love with the fitness industry from a very young age and has invested over 20 fulfilling years of her life into changing people’s lives and making them happier and healthier.

Group fitness is one of her genuine passions as it is such a fun and motivating way to get results and allows Andrea to help lots of people at the same time.

Like many women she juggles the responsibilities of being a wife, mother and business woman which means she understands and relates well with her clients.

Andrea believes that Fitness Matters is different to so many other gyms because, in her words - “We care.”

At Fitness Matters you will be greeted by name with a smile and we will motivate you to achieve your goals.

“Fitness Matters is customer focused and we want every member to achieve results whilst having fun and a laugh along the way,” she said.

If you feel that it is time to take care of your health and fitness then contact Andrea and the team at Fitness Matters.

To get you started, mention this story and come in for a complimentary pass so Andrea can help get you on the right path.

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Before entering the hospitality industry nine years ago, Andrea owned and operated a number of businesses including an RACQ / mechanical and panel shop, a fitness centre, and a small business bookkeeping service.

“After selling my business I decided to do a TAFE course in Hospitality and work part time, however I enjoyed the work so much I took on the job of Assistant Manager at a Golf Club whilst still working casually at an RSL Club and later at the Sports Club,” Andrea said.

“Locals know that the club caters for a variety of sports, however they may not be aware of our excellent function room that can be hired by anyone in the community, not just club members.

“Being the only club in the area with a separate function area allows us to host seminars, training days, business breakfasts, weddings and other special occasions. ”We are also looking at putting in a barbecue at our tennis courts so that families can enjoy the playground and courts and plan a day out together,” Andrea said.

Andrea’s advice to other women is to make sure you enjoy your work and are enthusiastic about it, also to ask for help when you need it.

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Community Group Updates

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As a group we feel the need to occasionally remind the community that our achievements are many and varied, and I am sure there are many people who still do not know of our existence.

It may also surprise some residents to know that we have been the only environmental organisation in Glass House Country for over 21 years.

If you have ever walked the Trachyte circuit or visited the Jack Ferris Lookout, you have trodden a path created by our members. Even the walking / cycle track between Beerburrum and Glass House mountains was originally a GMAN project.

More recent achievements include revegetation of public areas eg Settlers Park, Page Street bushland reserve, and Coonowrin Creek historic camping ground. A number of private properties adjoining Coonowrin Creek have also been revegetated.

Currently our members are involved in growing local native plants and the reintroduction of the Richmond Birdwing butterfly to the area.

Through SEQ Catchments a small team regularly carries out water monitoring along Coonowrin Creek. GMAN assists the Trail Running Association of Queensland (TRAQ), with running and catering for two major events on the Glasshouse Trail running calendar. Our members are a bunch of friendly volunteers who also enjoy socialising together. However, like most groups, we need new and energetic members, especially those with an interest in the environment. Perhaps you are new to the area, have time on your hands and would like to meet new people. If so please contact President Cliff on 5438 7118 or Vice President Gwen on 5493 0029.

The Combined Probus Club of Glasshouse Contributed by Lois Gilbey

Our next monthly meeting will be held at 10.00am Wednesday, March 14 at the Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club. We will be holding our annual general meeting to elect a new committee and urge all members to attend. Our guest speaker will be Bevan McAleer talking about his Antarctic Experience.

Morning tea provided, bring along a small plate of food to share for lunch.

Last month's outing was to the Maroochy Botanic Gardens for a very wet but leisurely walk through nature and picnic lunch. Our outing on March 28 will be a trip to the city by bus going on the CityCat and a wander around Southbank and lunch. Our Coffee and Chat morning will be held at Frank and Jan Cockram's home on March 21 at 10.30am, please bring a plate of nibbles. Details will be advised at our next meeting. We sadly farewelled two of our long standing members in Stan Wright and John Godfrey. Sincerest condolences to Ruth and Dorothy. Probus is looking for new members to join us for our monthly meetings and outings etc. If you are new to the area or looking to meet new friends, come along to our monthly meetings held every second Wednesday. We also have a mah jong group who meet at the Glasshouse Mountains Neighbourhood Centre on alternate Mondays, contact Gwen 5494 6231. Thank you to Matilda's Fruit Barn for their generous donation of a fruit and vegetable box for our lucky door prize. For more information phone Steve Reeves on 5496 7692 or Lois Gilbey on 5496 9991.

Beerwah Walkers

Contributed by Frank Cockram

To celebrate seven years of morning walks the Beerwah Walkers last week had breakfast at Just 4 Gossip in Landsborough. Patricia Giffin who started the group joined the current walkers for the occasion. Beerwah walkers are still meeting at 6.30am each morning at the Beerwah Community Hall/ Library entrance. Love to have new walkers join us.

Glasshouse Country Senior Citizens Club Inc Contributed by Ian McCarron

At our last games day on mat No 1 Billi Lupton, Margaret Lamb and Enesta De Clara beat Martin Bowers and George Bowers 42–15 after 20 ends.

On mat No 2 Jim McCarron and Neville Woolley beat Noel Harris and John Anthony 28–9 after 20 ends. Several prizes were won in cards games.

The lucky door fruit bowl was won by George Bowers. The raffle fruit bowl was won by Noel Harris.

Reminders – Tuesday, March 13 - monthly meeting (barbecue), morning tea 9.00am – 9.15am. Lucky door, raffle and stall. Hot water and cake for barbecue please.

Wednesday, March 21 - Trip to Caboolture Sports Club. Morning tea 9.00am - 9.15am followed by top entertainment and lunch. All members and friends who wish to go to Caboolture are to arrange their own transport. More to be said in detail about this day at the monthly meeting on March 13. For bookings or enquiries ring Jim on 5496 9836. Tuesday, March 27 - games day, Tuesday, April 10 - monthly meeting, Tuesday, April 24 - games day. www.gcnews.com.au

Health Check

Mountain Massage and Healing Centre

Your one stop shop for health and healing in the hinterland is Mountain Massage and Healing Centre. Conveniently located in Beerwah, Mountain Massage offers a variety of natural, holistic healing services, including aromatherapy massage, reflexology, hands on healing, meditation, deep tissue/sports massage.

For general health and wellbeing, massage is a great healer. It can also assist if you are suffering from general aches and pains, headaches, or depression, and it helps maintain blood pressure, and the circulation of the lymphatic system. There’s also readings with Linda Rea (appointment only), intuitive readings with Wendy, and Reiki and Reiki training with Lisa.

Mountain Massage and Healing Centre is open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and every second Thursday, from 9.30am - 2.30pm. After hours appointments are also available. Treat yourself, or pick up a gift voucher for that perfect gift.

To celebrate the changing seasons, Mountain Massage is offering a March special including a mini reading, healing and massage, all for the low price of only $75.00. There’s also a discount for seniors, so give Kim a call on 0437 344 484 or check out the facebook page at http:// mountainmassage.com.au and find out what Mountain Massage and Healing Centre can do for you.

Glasshouse Mountains Bowen Therapy

Bowen Therapy is a model of simplicity; it empowers the body to heal itself. Precise moves are made over muscles, tendons and nerves which produce a relax and release effect.

In most cases only one or two treatments are required and can be performed through light loose clothing.

Pauses are made between moves to allow the body time to respond, it’s during these waits of two minutes on average that the client may feel some tingling, heat or a general feeling of relaxation around the area being worked on.

Bowen Therapy continues to work for five days after treatment, it is very powerful treatment which works in unison with our bodies own intelligence.

During a Bowen session, particular attention is made to the muscles shown in the diagram. The nerves which innervate these muscles can become pinched or challenged resulting in numerous conditions including backache, neck restriction, sciatica, knee and ankle pain and headaches.

If you would like more information please ring me on 5496 9686 or 0413 779 193 and I will try and answer any questions you have.

Appointments can be made Monday - Friday with the occasional Saturday.

Health Fund Rebates Apply.

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Tamara is also offering 10 per cent off all female waxing; so get in now and treat yourself.

Don’t lose that summer glow; try out Naked Tan, made with a combination of the most natural ingredients, no parabens, no alcohol and odour free. Better still, only a 10 minute treatment in the salon.

And don’t forget to check out the facebook page http://facebook.com/shardiamond and add Shar’ Diamond Nails and Beauty as a friend to receive a free eyebrow sculpture!

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Do you feel the cool breeze of Kundalini? Learn to increase it Sunday 11th March @ 3pm CWA Hall, Landsborough Bookings Call Sue 5494 1100 wowcoolbreeze@gmail.com www.gcnews.com.au

Living Well The Happy Mum

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With Jackie Hall ‘The ONLY thing that separates a mum who is feeling overwhelmed from one who is not is simply how she THINKS about her experiences. That's it. She is not a superhero, or a naturally skilled, lucky mum gifted with perfect children and natural parenting abilities. She has had to learn just as many new skills and 'tricks of the trade' as you or I have had to. However, you will find that she differs from a stressed mum in how she THINKS about these challenges.’

Quote from ‘The Happy Mum Handbook’.

Becoming a mother can be more difficult than we ever realised. We have grand visions of the kind of mother we strive to be, yet we often create these visions when we have no experiential idea of what it’s like to BE a mum. When our little bundles of joy arrive, reality soon kicks in, and can shock us with the realisation that motherhood is nothing like we had planned.

Contrary to the warm and fuzzy Huggies commercials we see, motherhood can be a roller coaster of emotions. Loving motherhood one minute, resenting it the next and in between you could be consumed by feelings of anger, guilt and self-criticism.

But we all seem to know that ‘natural born’ mum around us who seems to handle motherhood with ease. She never seems to get phased by the crying, the tantrums or the myriad of other challenges that arise as a mum.

So what makes her so different? Is she just a better mother than you?

The answer is a big fat NO! The only difference between that mother and you is how she thinks about her challenges. She just has a different perception of what these challenges mean about her and her life.

It is my aim in this column, thanks to Glasshouse Country News, to teach you that stress is never caused by the events going on in your life. It’s how you have perceived that event and what you perceive that event to mean about you (e.g. I am a bad mother).

By learning how to adopt a healthy mindset about motherhood’s ups and downs and by gaining an accurate understanding of your self-worth, you will find a way to enjoy motherhood and eradicate stress, depression and anxiety. www.thehappymumhandbook.com

Ashleigh to lose locks for Leukaemia

It was the thought of those who don’t have the choice of if and when their hair falls out that prompted Ashleigh Gray to take on the challenge of this year’s World’s Greatest Shave.

Ashleigh, who works at Embracia in Glasshouse, said she felt lucky to have her health and family and would gladly lose her long locks to help support those not so fortunate.

“It’s sad to hear so many people are diagnosed with blood cancers and it makes me feel very lucky to have my health and my family around me,” Ashleigh said.

“I have always supported charities and just wanted to contribute something to the Leukaemia Foundation as it’s not just about finding a cure now, they also provide free services and wonderful support to people with blood cancers.”

Ashleigh is donating a small portion of her weekly wage to the cause, and would appreciate support from others. She said she was especially grateful to the generous staff at Embracia, and Linda and the girls at Curves, who are also supporting her. You can sponsor Ashleigh by visiting her page at http:// my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/AshleighGray

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Children keen to get behind their carer for World’s Greatest Shave

Daley Johnson will have plenty of helping hands when she lines up to have her long hair shaved next week as part of the World’s Greatest Shave.

The childcare worker at Goodstart Early Learning Centre in Glass House Mountains will be hosting a special event next week at the centre to get the children involved, where they will be able to get their hair coloured before Daley loses her hair under the scissors of Michelle from Follow Me Hairdressers. Daley said she was really keen to lend support to foundation that provides support to sufferers.

“Working in childcare and surrounded by young children all day, I feel very close to the issue,” she said.

Daley is also counting the support of her club, Beegees, and the women’s soccer team she plays with as she counts down the days until the big event. www.gcnews.com.au

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Out and About World Day of Prayer All local business people are invited to

A Business Networking Evening Sponsored by

World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movement of Christian women of all traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer.

The event is always well attended in Glass House country, and this year was no different. This year the Anglican community hosted the event, held last Friday, at the Mary MacKillop Centre.

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Full Bar Facilities Food & Other Vendors Rodeo - Slack 1.00pm Main Rodeo - 3.00pm All Weekend Camping from Friday night

Evening entertainment 9.00pm - midnight Top Country Rock Band

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Gate Prices: Adults - $20 Youth 14-17 - $12 13 & Under FREE NO Concessions

Woodford Ute Muster Commencing at 12 midday March 17

To all utes - Come and compete in the Woodford Ute Muster. Nomination fee $10 per vehicle for first class. $5 for every other class For more information phone John 0415 475 466 • Classic Ute • Aussie Ute • Import Ute • B&S Ute • Feral Ute • Custom Ute NO alcohol to be brought onto the grounds. ID will be required for proof of age.

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Things 2 Do Sunshine Coast Donormobile to visit hinterland

Monday, April 16, 11.30am - 6.30pm Glasshouse Mountains Hall Tuesday, April 17, 11.30am - 6.30pm Landsborough Memorial Hall Wednesday, April 18, 11.30am - 6.30pm Beerwah Marketplace Thursday, April 19, 8.00am - 3.00pm Beerwah Marketplace To book an appointment, call 131 495 or visit www.donateblood.com.au

Dateclaimer – Festival of Fun!

Glass House Mountains State School Festival of Fun, Sunday, August 26, 10.00am - 5.00pm. A day of country fun with rides, stalls and entertainment.

Discover how your food choices affect the world

Council is inviting residents to reawaken their food senses throughout April and May by attending a Slow Food session at local libraries.

Julie Shelton from the Sunshine Coast Hinterland chapter of Slow Food will share the principles on how to consume tasty and satisfying food that is affordable for consumers and fair for producers.

Slow Food is an international non-profit organisation founded to counteract fast food and fast life which has attributed to the loss of local food traditions.

The Beerwah Library will host the session on Wednesday, April 18, from 10.00am - 11.30am. To book phone the library on 5439 2500. The session will also be held at the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre on Thursday, May 17, from 10.00am - 11.30am, phone 5435 3100 to book.

Local businesses to be showcased

Beerwah Kindy is opening its doors on Thursday, March 8, with a huge display of product demonstrations and unique local businesses.

The doors open at 6.30pm and demonstrations begin from 7.00pm.

The evening is set to be a huge success with over 10 local businesses on display.

Local resident Tammi is the creative business woman behind Cheeky Chops Bowtique, making and selling hair accessories for babies and children through to teenagers and adults. Tammi will be showing local school coloured hair accessories on the night, and welcomes custom made orders which include free local delivery.

Hullabaloo children’s wear offer modern hand-made children’s and babies clothing, made by Debbie Ives, a Beerwah resident and kindy mum.

Glasshouse Designs is also run by Beerwah resident Annie Broomfield.

Her range of handmade jewellery and hair accessories is well known for its beautiful designs.

There will be nibbles and refreshments available on the night, a gold coin donation on the door.

Please support your local community kindergarten and businesses and come along to what is sure to be a great evening. For further information please contact Debbie on 0400 027 591.

Mooloolah Community Centre Op Shop

The Mooloolah Community Centre Op Shop is now open on Saturday mornings from 9.00am - 1.00pm. Come in and check out our awesome specials on good quality clothes and bric a brac. We are currently having our end of season summer stock sell out – most items of clothing from 50 cents to $2.00. Our other great specials are ladies tops, five for $2.00, and all kids clothing 10 - 20 cents each.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, 9.00am 1.00pm. We have a large selection of books, super shoes, good quality clothes, records, cd’s, household items and unusual bric-a-brac. Drop in for a browse and have a real op shop experience. New stock arriving weekly. 46 Bray Road, Mooloolah phone 5494 7822. www.gcnews.com.au

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You Said It Letters to the Editor What's in the Spotlight Art prize to attract nation's best Council is calling all contemporary and emerging artists! Entries are now being sought from across the nation for the prestigious 2012 Sunshine Coast Art Prize. Winners receive a $15,000 cash prize, plus a four-week residency valued at $5,000. Entries close on 31 March. Visit www.scap.org.au for details.

Changes to electoral boundaries With the Local Government Elections ahead make sure you know which council division you live in. Council is helping the Electoral Commission Queensland make residents aware of boundary changes to divisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 10 on the Sunshine Coast.

These changes will come into effect at the elections on Saturday 28 April. To find out more visit www.ecq.qld.gov.au.

Make your home sustainable Interested in making your home sustainable?

Sunshine Coast Libraries are hosting free ‘sustainable home’ sessions across the region in March. The sessions are ideal for people designing, constructing or converting an existing home. Contact your local library for more information.

Living Smart business Are you a involved with a business that sells, delivers or makes sustainable products or services? If so, you can connect to your customers for free thanks to council’s Living Smart Solutions website. You’ve already done the hard yards—so now let council help your business grow. Visit livingsmartqld.com.au/ solutions and sign up today for free.

Gear up for Bike Week Sunshine Coast Bike Week is on again, from 10 to 18 March, and there are events to suit riders of all skill levels, from bike maintenance and women's only workshops, to progression from training wheels and introductory group rides. For details see the TravelSmart website: www.travelsmartsunshinecoast.com.au.

Call 5475 PLAN It's now easier than ever to contact council’s planning area direct, thanks to a new dedicated phone number. So, if you have a development issue to discuss, a development application to lodge, or one already underway and you need to talk to council about it, call 5475 7526 or 5475 PLAN to speak to a planning professional.

COUNCIL MEETINGS Ordinary Meetings 1pm, 14 March, Caloundra 1pm, 4 April, Nambour There are no committee meetings scheduled during March and April.

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Letters are printed at the discretion of the editor, Lea Parkes and her policy is to include letters which focus on issues and are not about personally attacking other people.

For a letter to be considered for printing it must be accompanied by the name, address and phone number of the sender.

Anonymous letters will not be printed.

Preference is given to letters under 300 words.

Letters may be edited to make them more readable, but the meaning will not be changed.

Regular correspondents will be limited to alternate issues to give everyone a chance to have their say. Letters must meet the Friday 12.00noon deadline.

Views expressed in the 'You said it' page are those of the writer - and not this publication.

Please send your letters to letters@gcnews.com.au or fax to 5438 7446.

Rest in peace, faithful friend

I would like to send a bouquet of MANY THANKS to the team at Beerwah Veterinary Surgery for the caring and understanding way in which they handled my difficult decision to have our beloved 17 year old mini fox terrier, BUSTER put to rest.

He was a faithful walking companion, an excellent announcer of visitors, very protective of his family (as many tradies can testify to) and a wonderful playmate and friend to my (now adult) children Nathan, Scott, Matthew, Anthony, Ashleigh and granddaughter Bella. He was a member of our family and loved dearly. He will be missed greatly but not forgotten.

D Baker Beerwah

More money for nothing

Ex-councillor Dell Winkler has elicited a couple of responses from your readership. Here’s my two bob’s worth, Dell. I never voted for you at any local election solely because of the parlous state that you and previous councils have left Glenview Road in. Councillor Jenny McKay informs us by response to one of Dell’s letters that she does get ‘out and about’. It would seem that this does not include driving along Glenview Road.

But, why should she bother? The western end of Glenview Road is the boundary between two council divisions. Jenny can blame it on Councillor Anna Grosskruetz. In any case it would seem that the present situation has doubled the chance of nothing being done.

Your correspondents, Steve and Judy Dick, are very accurate with their description of Glenview Road. We have been living here for much longer and the road has largely not changed in that time.

We had to drive our children to and from Glenview State School for nine years because the road is not suitable for bike riding.

The traffic on Glenview Road has increased a lot in this time. This is particularly so of school buses, some of which are rather crowded. I would hate to see one of these on their side before council decided to pay some attention to the road.

Steve and Judy Dick wonder why they pay rates for so little in return. They shouldn’t feel alone.

We used to get a free kerbside (what’s a kerb?) pick-up. And disposing of green waste at the dump used to be free. This now costs me $8.00 per load. Today, after the good stuff was taken out of a load of household rubbish at Peirce Avenue, I was charged $14.00 to dump the rest.

Even aspiring candidate Rick Baberowski should be able to work out that a free kerbside pick-up would be far more appealing than a few trips to the dump.

It could be time for the residents of Glenview to practice a bit of civil disobedience.

Maybe we should simply withhold our rates payments until we start to see some value for our money. I fail to see that this would be criminal because we have been getting nothing for what we pay. There was a time where I thought that if I expected nothing from council I wouldn't be disappointed. I’m starting to get sick of it costing me too much though.

Brad Boustead Glenview

Buses preferred means of public transport

In relation to Steve Attrill’s comments that he is the only candidate to have a stance on the light rail project, I can't at the moment see the benefits of building a multi-million dollar project to connect the hinterland with light rail, when we already have a fantastic bus service. I am not saying that the bus service is perfect, it is flawed like most public transport services, however, considering investing the millions it would cost to plan, build, staff and maintain this service, it would be better to put it into the creation of more busses, routes and frequency. I am pushing to see one service in the morning and afternoon out of Beerburrum and Glass House, so these residents can travel to the coast for work/appointments, without dealing with two forms of public transport.

I can see where the light rail idea could be beneficial, however, I think investing the money in an already established service will be beneficial for the community. Not just that, but providing more services and busses can be implemented quite quickly, rather than a massive infrastructure project, where land, possibly even houses may have to be purchased and demolished to make way. Not to mention building of stations.

In final, light rail; great idea, however the money would be better spent upgrading what we already have, and not wasting it!

Rhys Reynolds Division 1 candidate

Backing Bob

We were very excited when we read in the Glasshouse Country News that Bob McLean will be nominating for Division 1 on the Sunshine Coast Council. We have lived in the Glass House Mountains and Beerwah area for 45 years.

As farmers and business owners we have had a number of Councillors represent our community.

We believe Bob is the best person we could have to be our representative in the new council.

We have observed the community work Bob has been involved in and as a business man he is able to think outside the square. We believe Division 1 will continue to develop as a strong community with Bob’s thoughtful and progressive representation.

Fragos Family, Beerwah

What were they thinking?

The announcement that council had allocated $500,000 for a pathway from Beerwah to Landsborough appears to me to be a smoke and mirrors statement from the divisional 1 councillor.

This pathway along Steve Irwin Way stops at Australia Zoo, to access Landsborough, pedestrians and cyclists must cross busy Steve Irwin Way to the existing pathway along Old Landsborough Road via the Railway Line under pass, which is a waterway and is often flooded.

The mind boggles at how dangerous this is to cross a busy highway with traffic travelling in excess of the 80km speed limit and to enter an underpass that may be flooded.

What were they thinking when they approved this project?

T Kaminski Landsborough www.gcnews.com.au

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The Gillard Government will implement a mandatory Key Facts Sheet, a one page summary that clearly sets out what is covered and what is not covered. It will improve homeowner's understanding of their cover and make it easier to compare policies.

The Discussion Paper seeks public comment on the content, format, structure and provision of the Key Facts Sheet that will become mandatory for all home building and home contents insurance policies (combined and individual).

The deadline for submissions is March 23.

The discussion paper can be found on the Treasury website.

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While refinancing your home loan to consolidate debts can be an effective way of achieving this, in the current environment it’s important you work closely with your Smartline Adviser, Teresa Harrison.

Borrowers with significant personal debt levels who have built equity in their homes in recent years may be able to access that equity in order to pay out personal debt. Typically called a top-up, this approach www.gcnews.com.au

allows home owners who meet the lenders’ criteria to borrow additional funds against the value of their home.

In addition to refinancing, there were a few simple steps homeowners can take to reduce and clear debt, and improve household cash flow.

The main priority should be to clear any unsecured debt in your household, assess your spending, write up a budget and ensure you don’t increase your personal debt levels.

Start by recording all of your expenses for the month. This is often a confronting, but very valuable exercise.

You can then ask yourself how much of your monthly income is being spent on things you need versus things you don’t need – such as magazines, takeaway coffees, impulse purchases, dining out or buying lunch at work instead of making it at home? Cut out as much of this type of spending as possible.

Once you’ve worked out where you can save money you will have improved your cash flow, which you can then direct into paying off any unsecured personal debt, such as credit cards and personal loans.

While this approach does

require discipline, it’s important that you’re not too hard on yourself. If your budget is too tight, you’ll find yourself running out of money. It is very empowering to see your debt levels reducing.

Teresa recommends her clients regularly review every aspect of their financial situation and it’s particularly important to keep speaking with your adviser about changes in the mortgage market and how they affect your financial situation.

Call Adviser Teresa Harrison.

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Community Notices

Trigeminal Neuralgia support

The Trigeminal Neuralgia support group’s next meeting is at Kawana Library, Nanyina Street, Buddina, Saturday, March 10, 1.00pm.

This group is for chronic facial pain sufferers and their families. For more information contact Jean 5491 1978.

Mooloolah Valley Slimmers Club Inc The Mooloolah Valley Slimmers meet 9.00am every Thursday morning at the Mooloolah Public Hall, Bray Road. We encourage members to attain their goal weight by providing incentives and competitions to add variety and encourage member participation. Each meeting we discuss a range of ideas from healthy eating to incorporating more exercise in our daily routine and new items on the market that may help.

Contact Bev 5494 7793.

Morris House computer courses

New computer courses will commence in the second week of March at Morris House Neighbourhood Centre. The courses will be basic and accredited basic and also social media.

Social media lessons include internet, e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, mobile devices such as netbooks and smart phones, messaging and blogging, music and video downloading and photos and still images. Basic skills required for social media courses. Our basic courses cater for all ages and skill levels and if accreditation is required, extra lessons are available. Phone

5494 1255 or call in and see us at 478 Old Landsborough Road, Landsborough, e-mail morrishouse@landsborough.com. Open 9.30am 1.00pm Monday to Friday.

Raffle Results

Glasshouse Country RSL Sub Branch Friday Night Raffle Results. Meat tray Charlie - green diamond 12C, Fruit and veggie tray: Sue - green diamond 72C and Fruit and veggie tray: Kevin - orange dots 80E. Lucky door prize: Free meal John blue heart 02D

Scottish Country dancing

Cansurvive Support Group

Cancer Council Queensland needs cancer survivors of all ages especially 50 years and under from Sunshine Coast to provide telephone support to others with similar cancer diagnosis. Contact Clare Howard 5451 6004 or clarehoward@cancerqld.org.au for further details.

Mooloolah Valley Bowls Club

A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING of the Mooloolah Valley Bowls Club will be held to discuss our future on March 17, 10.00am. Meet at the playground of the Ewen Maddock Dam. Bring a chair.

Mondays 7.00pm - 9.00pm, Presbyterian Hall, Cedar Street, Maleny. All beginners and newcomers welcome, no need to bring a partner.

Scottish country dancing is good fun, great exercise and an excellent way to keep your brain and body active. Contact Helen 5445 7845 or Dorothy 5494 3671.

Cansurvive is a cancer support and information service. Support Groups are held each fortnight and are open to members of the public, a group that both uplifts and supports on the path to healing. We aim to help people with cancer see a broader view of the bodies healing journey.

Extensive library, holistic and main stream

Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah 8.30am - Sunday Worship & Youth Program 10.30am - Peachester UC 1st & 3rd Sun Phone: 5494 6187 All Welcome!

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Pancake night a success

We would like to thank all those people who kindly donated goods, money and vouchers towards our charity pancake night on February 21 at Beerburrum. It was a great success and we raised over $1,000 for Lucy’s operation. Thank you for your great effort! The Sonshine Girls

Peter Danzey will Moriel representative be running an eight week Bible

Prophecy Seminar in the Performing Arts Hall at Beerwah State High School (park opp. Tennis Courts). Seminar will run every Wednesday at 7.00pm throughout March and April.

Contact Peter 5493 6164

John Stevenson Glasshouse Country Anglican Church

Glasshouse Country Uniting Church A Caring Christian Community

Peer Support Volunteers

have space available, then some may be held over until the following week. Priority is given to contributions which are time specific.

Please keep contributions to a maximum of 100 words. Contributions may be edited if they are too lengthy and in accordance with the GCNews style guide. For more information about submitting a contribution, email reception@gcnews.com.au

Glasshouse Country Ministers Fellowship

Just on two weeks ago now Christians across the world marked the beginning of Lent with the imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday.

Yet in a rather amusing dialogue I had a well-intended person inform me I had ‘dirt on my forehead’ while doing a spot of grocery shopping later that day.

This got me thinking about the symbolism of ‘Ash Wednesday’. You see in the early church only public sinners wore ashes. But then in 1091 Pope Urban II ordered the first Ash Wednesday liturgy and Christians everywhere have been rubbing dirt on their foreheads ever since. Instead of simply having a penitential rite in which we call to mind our sins, we receive a very public reminder of our sinfulness.

Dirt or ashes are something we constantly wash off our bodies and most mothers fight a losing battle keeping it off their children. It seems that only in the Church do we deliberately put it on the most public part of our bodies, our forehead! Why? Ashes often represent destruction and waste.

Theosophy

The Maleny Theosophy Study Group will meet at 1.30pm on Monday, March 12, in the Veranda Room of the Maleny Community Centre. Dan St George will present Explosive Poetry: How poetry inspired by J Krishnamurti and Eckhart Tolle can help us to encourage a sense of stillness and mindfulness. Gold coin donation. Visit tinyurl. com/tsmaleny for more info or phone Jenny on 5494 3664. All welcome.

GCNews welcomes contributions from not-for-profit community groups and other local organisations. Please note the editorial deadline is 12.00noon each Friday. If you have missed the deadline your contribution will not be considered for the next edition. For contributions that do meet the deadline, every effort will be made to include them in the next edition, however if we receive more contributions than we

The recycle bin of Lent

medical information, counselling, meditation, Practitioner listing, educational seminars and support groups. Groups held every second Wednesday 10.00am - 12.30pm March 7 and 21, donation only. Morning tea provided.

All welcome, bookings not necessary, 69 Park Road, Nambour, parking in grounds. Phone 5441 5730 or www.ucansurvive.org

We find ashes in a cold fireplace. Ashes are often all that remain of a tragic house fire and some will have commemorative urns with the ashes of a loved one.

Yet they can also hint at new life. Long before recycling became popular the Church got into the act on Ash Wednesday. Have you ever wondered where the ashes come from? They come from the Palm Crosses we used to celebrate Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem in the previous year’s Holy Week!

You see the symbol of Christ’s glory becomes the symbol of our sin. Yet on Ash Wednesday, we’re not just another dirty face, we’ve deliberately thrown ourselves into the recycling bin of Lent, ready for renewal this Easter Day.

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY ANGLICAN CHURCH WEDNESDAYS *Mooloolah (Paget Road) 9.00am SUNDAY *Beerwah (Peachester Road) 9.00am Rev. Ken Goodger - 5491 1866 Local contact Br. John 5439 9130

GLASSHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Brendan Edwards

Glasshouse Country RSL Sub Branch Building - Sun 4.30pm

Kids Church during service

A Wesleyan Methodist Church

Phone: 5496 9556

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 6pm: Peachester Rd, Beerwah 5493 0967 Sunday 7am: Caloundra St, Landsborough 5494 8896 Sunday 5.30pm: Mooloolah Hall, Bray Rd 5494 7240

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY

LUTHERAN CHURCH Reed Street, Glass House Mtns

Sunday Worship and Sunday School 9.00am

Contact 5439 9341 or 5496 9671

Glasshouse Country Baptist Church 58 Roberts Rd, Beerwah

Invites you to our Sunday services at 9.00am Enquiries phone 5494 6354 www.gcnews.com.au

A to Z of Trades and Services Talkin’ Trades - Five minutes with Greg Small of Greg Small Electrical

TV going safely with a generator. In most cases a 4-5kva generator will power a whole house including the water pump. Let us install a generator changeover switch to separate you from the grid whilst power is out. Prices average around $299.00.

With 20 years experience in all aspects of electrical installation and maintenance, Greg and his team will work with you to provide a cleaner, greener, electrical solution for you and the environment all at a great price. Based in Peachester and operating in all parts of the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland, phone 0404 903 801 or the office on 5494 9199.

Automotive rum Service & Muffle r u b r rs Bee

Visit our website: www.glendonair.com

QBSA 1127008

ABN 40450476515

Arctic au 22675

AIR CONDITIONING

DRAGON AIR CONDITIONING

SUPPLY AND INSTALL INSTALLATION ONLY FREE QUOTES SPLITS & DUCTED SERVICE / CLEAN

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Pensioner Discounts

0439 247 266 BSA # 1132000 / L004114

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Antennas / TV

Need a new antenna? There's a Jim's Antenna owner in Glasshouse. Call for a free quote today.

Ph: 5496 0300

Mobile: 0429 960 300

Jeff & Ann Ross 

Email: ja_ross@optusnet.com.au

Lic. No. 6342

• Mechanical Repairs

Full logbook servicing Roadworthy certificates Aircon repairs & servicing Brakes, clutches & all mechanical repairs

Mob: 0432 215 628 Ph: 5494 1222 Fax: 5494 1224 11 DYER STREET, LANDSBOROUGH

YOUR SERVICE & MUFFLER SOLUTION

• A Grade Mechanic

AUTO CARE

• Warranty Servicing, RWC, clutches & brakes • Electronic code scanning

trucks cars earthmoving trailers

TNT MOBILE MECHANICAL Honest, Reliable Mechanical Repairs & Servicing

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Ph: 0422 864 744

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INDUSTRIAL / COMMERCIAL / DOMESTIC  30 Years Experience in Trade  Tradesman not Salesman  First Class Workmanship  5 Year Warranty on Installation

Service Workshop

ALL AREAS

Terry Vost

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Airconditioning

0434 090 197

Andrew M 0407 146 626

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Energy savings are at the forefront of everyone’s mind these days. Ceiling fans are an extremely efficient way of cooling with running costs of about 1 - 2 cents per hour and can be installed from $89.00 per fan (three or more).

Compact fluorescent down lights are another great energy saver. Halogen down lights can contribute to over 30 per cent of your bill, and at about $35.00 per light to install, the modern look doesn’t need to cost you the earth, and you will certainly save money in the long run.

Energex are offering $250.00 to switch your pool pump to tariff 33. Our cost can be as low as $150.00, so don’t delay.

Don’t miss the footy in a power outage. Keep your fridge and

GRAHAM GREEN MOBILE MECHANIC

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Mechanical All Repairs & Servicing No Callout Fees

Tyre Sales & Repairs Full Mechanical Service & Repairs Quality wheel alignments (on the latest equipment) R.W.C. on Cars & 4WD Log Book Service All brake & suspension work Windscreens AC Servicing

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Phone 0411 877 616

Bathroom

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Qld Company Lastest Technology Professional Technicians

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21 Peachester Road, BEERWAH Fax: 5494 0416 Email: beertron@internode.on.net

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7 Days Government Endorsed Antenna Installer

• TV, DVD, VCR Tuning • Home Theatre Setups • Satellite Installations • Set Top Boxes

Quality TV Antennas Digital TV for Dummies TV Tuning, Wall mounting, Extra TV, Phone & Data outlets Satellite TV, VAST, Christian TV

5494 0747 We make your television viewing a pleasure

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www.showerfix.com.au

SHOWERFIX offer a full range of waterproofing services for showers, vanities & bath surrounds QBSA 1086283 SUNSHINE COAST COMAPANY

Top Quality Servicing & Repairs on all cars & 4WD

• Brake & Clutch Repairs • Wheel alignments • Log Book Servicing • Front End Repairs • RWC Inspection Station

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Maree on 0488 444 525 or 5438 7445 or email advertising@gcnews.com.au

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BSA-licensed contractors must state their name and BSA licence number in all advertisements for building work.

Unlicensed contractors must state in their advertisements the value of work they can legally perform without a BSA licence which will never be more than $3,300.

Electricians and earthmovers are exempt from these requirements. Check the licence history of BSA-licensed contractors by performing a FREE Online Licence Search at www.bsa.qld.gov.au or calling BSA on 1300 BSA BSA.

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Joinery & Shopfitters

Bricklayers

Rapid Brick & Block Laying

Over 35 years professional experience

Reliable & Professional Tradesman

• Kitchens • Vanity • Laundry •TV Units • Robes • Appliances • Organised sub trades

Rendering, Paving & Concreting

Office and Showroom Unit 1, Lot 28 Biondi Crescent, Beerwah

0422 580 178

QBSA 24630

BSA 1182661

5494 6658 - 0418 151 231 TO013

ALL BRICK AND BLOCKWORK RETAINING WALLS - FIREPLACES - BIG/SMALL JOBS

5494 6500

KITCHEN & APPLIANCE SPECIALISTS

0437 007 128 or 5494 9171

total microsystems computer sales.repairs.support

Bench top & door replacements Vanities Full range of colours & designs Modifications & repairs

COMPUTERS

SALES / REPAIRS / SUPPORT

0432 748 398

For Home & Business Fully equipped workshop Acer Authorised Service Provider Home & Business Callouts Available

Phone Daniel 0414 417 148

NEED A QUALITY BUILDER? THINKING OF RENOVATING? Insurance Repairs Small Jobs Welcome BSA Lic # 1018329

CALL YOUR LOCAL BUILDER QBSA 1155593

E dean@redbuilding.net.au

BSA Lic 1129044

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Carpet Cleaning Hale Carpet Cleaning Family Owned and Operated

EEotes FR Qu SPECIAL RATES FOR LOCALS

E redbuilding@bigpond.com

A 88 King Rd,550 Mooloolah 057 QLD 4553 Ph: Saun 0424

ABN 83 143 913 259 BSA Lic No. 49425

Ken Muller 0467 490 907 Matthew Muller 0409 936 083 Ph 5439 0108

2/28 Biondi Crescent Fax 5439 0109 Beerwah Qld 4519 Email: knmkitchens@aapt.net.au

PC Solutions & Tuition will fix it! At your door, no callout fees, all areas. Local Technician. Competitve rates.

Phone 1300 721 117 www.pcsol.com.au

• Carpets, Rugs, Curtains, Cars • Lounge Suites (Fabric and Leather) • Stain Removal, Tile & Grout Cleaning • Carpet, Upholstery & Tile Protection • Concrete Paths, Patios & Driveways

Call Brad & Kaylene Hale, your local carpet cleaning professionals

5499 9926

Phillip Short Concrete

PLAIN • STENCIL • EXPOSED AGG. STAMPED • COVERCRETE Driveways - Paths - Patios - Slabs Quality Work at Competitive Rates

0412 234 240

Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm

(AH) 5494 6302

• Stenciling • Covacrete • Stamped • Exposed Concrete • House slabs • and resealing ROBERT TREVISAN

ABN 60 627 360 193 ACN 131 206 089 BSA Lic. #1018329

ACCREDITED CARPET CLEANERS Steam Cleaning

Cabinetmakers

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Concreting

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30 years experience ABN 83 401 533 473 Gold Lic No. 514088

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* 15 years experience * Quality work * Renovations * New homes * Decks * Bathrooms * New roofs * Repairs FOR PROMPT QUOTING AT COMPETITIVE RATES... CALL YOUR LOCAL BUILDER

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Custom made Kitchens, Vanities, Furniture & more P 5496 1807 Alf Kwarcianyi

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RENOVATION & HOME CONSTRUCTION

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Specialising in low pressure hand washing

FREE CALL 1800 281 521

Gold Card No.: 24113

New Installations & Renovations

Queenslander Specialists

BSA Lic. No.: 11081523

5494 6794 or 0412 060 184

Dean Parry

Minimum Water Usage

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Phone (07) 5494 0522

Unit 1 & 2, 5 Beerwah Parade, Beerwah

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Prompt quoting Over 20yrs experience

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STILL GROWING

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of prestige and quality homes, extension and renovations

M 0417 045 062

Mobile: 0417 781 167 Phone: 5496 9851

Computing

CHRIS HALL BUILDERS

Bathrooms Timber Decks Pergolas

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Other Services Available Windows / Roofs & Gutters / Driveways & Pathways Internal Walls & Ceilings / Bond Cleans Pest Control & Ceiling Vacuums FULLY INSURED - ALL WORK GUARANTEED FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

Builders / Carpenters

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You book your house now and recieve: FREE: Spider Treatment / FREE: Anti-mould Treatiment FREE: Carpet Clean & Lic. Pest Control with every Bond Clean

Kitchen & Bathroom Appliances Flat Pack Kitchens

Rick’s Rendering

VINYL FLOOR CLEANING SPECIALIST

20% OFF all bond cleans

License No 71591

BRICKLAYING - BOB KENNEDY

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A to Z of Trades and Services

Ph 5438 7445 for more details

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A to Z of Trades and Services

FIRST CALL FENCING Timber, Colourbond, Aluminium & Glass Pool fencing, Gates Retaining Walls & More For a free quote Phone Matthew

5496 9861 or 0439 303 306 Glasshouse Mtns

Installations Installations, Repairs Servicing and Air Conditioning Repairs, Servicing Installations, Servicing Domestic . Owner Builders . Repairs, Commercial . Rural . Industrial Domestic • Commercial • Rural • Industrial

www.firstcallfencing.com.au

email: matt@firstcallfencing.com.au QBSA LIC1139536

Domestic • Commercial •71536 Rural • Industrial BSA Lic. No. 60278 Lic. No. 60278 PO BoxBSA 578, Beerwah QLD 4519 PO Box 578, Beerwah QLD 4519

* Mowing * Rubbish removals * Pruning * Garden cleanups * Ride on work * Gutters cleaned

Your local Jim services all areas call 131546

Ph 5492 9502 Mob: 0409 549 295

www.jimsmowing.net

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Zedmere Pty Ltd

Wynne’s

All Aspects of Electrical Contracting Beerwah & Surrounding areas Prompt Reliable Service No Job Too Big or Too Small

Call Jamie 0417 720 505 a/h 5494 6282

Your Electrical and Lighting Retailer Ceiling Fans Lighting Air Conditioners Electrical

Weed Problems?

ACREAGE, HOUSE BLOCKS, WINTER WEEDS, BLUE TOP & CHICKWEED

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Fully insured

BRAND MOWING SERVICE Quality & Promptness Assured Ride on Mowing ~ Lawn Mowing Pruning ~ Garden Maintenance ABN: 87689905895

Fully insured

Phone David 5494 0884 Mobile: 0409 342 877

Local LAWN & GARDEN CARE

• Same Day Response • Gold Medal Service • Fully insured

For all your mowing/ride on & garden needs

Phone 5438 7445

to advertise your business

L P G A S

Glass & Security

HORTICULTURAL SERVICES

T0329

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LP Gas Suppliers

Ph: 0430 517 211 or 07 54390131

Call Gary: 0414 713 491

Phone 5494 8900

KLM

•Acreage/General Mowing •Edges and Hedges • Rubbish Removal ts Spraying •Rubbish Removal • rAcreage/Yard Weed coun is D ne Big io b Too PeJons • Handyman Service No •Acreage/Yard Weed Spraying !!! all Sm Too Or •Handyman Service Too Big b Jo o N Ph: 0430 517 211 or!! 07 54390131 •Pruning/Lopping Or Too Small!

Ph/Fax: 5494 1606 Mob: 0409 491 938

20 Tytherleigh Ave, Landsborough

Gas

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Workshop facilities: 19 Tallawong Close, Beerwah

Retail suppliers of fencing materials, timber, logs, wire and steel.

Also installers of quality fencing For a Free Measure and Quote phone

0407 575 667

• Lawn mowing • Gardening & maintenance • Ride on mowing • Pressure cleaning Craig - Ph: 0416 204 301

0427 120 955 www.kamconstructions.net.au

BSA Lic No 60108

Acreage/General S Mowing QU TE EEE FR EOTQESU•O • Edges and Hedges FR

For all your on-site fabrication & welding needs.

Fencing

5497 2615

Maintenance Maintenance

Engineering & Welding STUART McLEOD MOBILE WELDING

Our Products Our Service FREE • Garages • Designed & Engineered Quotes & • Patios • Fully Licensed & Insured Advice • Carports • Council Permits Organised • Sheds\Rural & Farm Sheds DISPLAY CENTRE NOW OPEN AT 2 WILLIAM ST, KILCOY

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Garages / Sheds QUALITY & RELIABLE SERVICE

0438 308 513 - 5494 9183

Ph Greg on 0418 741 145 or 5412 1425

Large or small. Experienced Local Operator

Phone Michael 0447 341 241

Mowing with Zero Turn - Quick & Efficient Phone Len 0419 732 364

Kev’s Mowing

Lic 69821

Lic # 5582

ELECTRICIAN

MOWING & ALL GARDEN MAINTENANCE

& MOWING

Large Acreage Mowing Rubbish Removed

Phone Nick Atwell Mob: 0411 466 586 A/H: 5494 6713

Domestic, Commercial, Owner Builder, Rural & Industrial

0437 434 800

BOROUG ND S H LA SCREENS

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SECURITY ►SECURITY & INSECT SCREENS ►GLASS ►BLINDS ►AWNINGS SHOWROOM AND FACTORY 4 Railway Street, Landsborough ph 07 5494 8748 fax 07 5494 8858

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• Home • Shop • Office • 7 Days • Free quotes: Call for the Best Price • Windows • Doors • Maintenance • Shower Screens • Security & Insect Screens MONTY’S GLASS & SECURITY 5493 0374 0439 875 031

TO500

Domestic, Commercial, Phone & Data, Intercoms & Gates Solar-Grid - Connect, Design, Install

ABN 41 636 538 072

MOOLOOLAH VALLEY SLASHING

Mays Mowing Service Garden Clean ups Gutter Cleaning Whipper Snipping Pruning

Nathan Dakin

• Hedging • Rubbish Removal • Ride-on Mowing • Mowing • Pruning

TO499

Lic. No. 70875

T0389

NFL Electrical Nathan 0417 040 291

Est. since 1983

0418 935 162

dakinslusciouslawns@gmail.com ‘Do It With Dakin’

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* Installation * Air Conditioning * Split Systems

Mick

5496 9270

FREE QUOTE & COMPETITIVE RATES

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ABN 89 058 455 025

ALL DOMESTIC - COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL

0418 935 164

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Phone

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your local licensed contractor

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House Yards Small Acreage Horticulture Advice

BSA Lic: L 1117342

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22+ years experience Free in all types of home maintenance Quotes repairs, painting & minor renovations

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Ph. 5494 9400 or 0401 674 126 MARCH 7 2012 |

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Pest Control HINTERLAND PEST CONTROL

Maintenance Tradesman 40 Years Experience

Cost Effective Local Business Est. Since 1996

• Tiling • Painting • No Job too small

• Cockroaches • Carpet Beetle • Lawn Weeds • Silver Fish • Bed Bugs

Phone George 0487 424 223

Landscaping

reticulation

ATER FEATURES

BOBCAT & EXCAVATOR HIRE

Glasshouse Mountains and surrounding areas - 8 tonne tipper - trencher - augers - 4 in 1 bucket - levelling bar - laser levelling Phone John Baker - forks - 3 tonne excavator on 0409 20 64 64

We give you a warranty on our work.

For reliable service call Vern ........

0404 479 187 or 5494 9336

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY PEST CONTROL

• PATHWAYS/STAIRS • UNIQUE GARDENS &

• TERMITE TREATMENTS • TERMITE BARRIERS • PRE-PURCHASE PEST & BUILDING REPORTS • THERMAL IMAGING • COCKROACHES • SPIDERS • ANTS

GARDEN FEATURES

GRAHAM RENWICK

Builder & Stone Mason QBSA License No. 77177. Est 1981

Ph: 0418 204 159 a/h: 5494 0830

BEERWAH LANDSCAPING • Design • Retaining walls / Drainage • Paving / Repairs • Gardens / Mulching Lawns • Mini Bobcat Services E. •eliminatepests@bigpond.com

John Annakin

Lic No. PMT-0-11432

0407 439 526

MTS

EXCAVATIONS 6 Ton Excavator, 2mt wide, all buckets Ripper, Augers & 600mm 4 in 1 bucket grab

BSA NO. 1011255

07 5493 0440

Phone Shane Robins 0418 900 705 a/h 5494 6425

Fast Friendly Professional Service. 20yrs Experience

Call Mitch 0412 795 377 Email: mts.excavations@hotmail.com

• Pre- purchase Inspections • Annual Termite Inspections • Termite Management Systems • Termite Treatments • General Pest management Cockroaches • Ants • Spiders • Silverfish • Fleas • Bed Bugs E. eliminatepests@bigpond.com PO Box. 257 Beerwah 4519 FULLY BSA 1189580 INSURED

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Local Knowledge 21 Years Experience

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FIRST

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• Decks • House & Roof Washing PAINTING Do It Right Davie McIntyre Choose Brush Rite Painting 0420 662 811 / 5496 9540 Glass House Mountains

•Track Machine

•Augers •Trencher • 4 in 1 bucket •8 ton tipper •Level bar •Laser Leveller •Tilt Bucket

Cameron Lister Ph: 0419 665 002

Professional Painting Local Tradesman with 20 years Experience All Aspects of Painting Sunshine Coast including all Hinterland areas

ABN 79 347 449 750 TO509

ANDREW 0423 107 716

Phone 5438 7445

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Q.B.S.A. No. 76388

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0419 704 408

5494 8913

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Works where others can’t and loves Lantana!

D & M Britton - Old Gympie Rd, Landsborough

Lic. No. 13217

Plumber, Drainer and Gas Fitter

Ph: (07) 5493 0625

Mobile: 0407 727 645

PO Box 316 Glasshouse Mtns 4518

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Allan Koschel Plumbing Service

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• Tilt Bucket • 3 ton Excavator • Laser Levelling • Trencher • Post Hole Borer • Pallet Forks • Auger 250 • 350 • 450 • 600mm Plant Auger Lindeman Road • Rotary Flail/Grass Mulcher/Cutter • 8 ton Tipper Truck BEERWAH AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK Ph: 5494 0056 • Mobile: 0408 192 814

SLAB PREPS TURF PREPS SOIL DELIVERY

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TREVOR SANDERSON

Phone Mobile: 0413 330 275 or 5439 0960 Lic’d Plumber and Drainer QBSA 1002354 T0450

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QBSA 1091741

Painters

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0427 088 699

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PO BOX 257 Beerwah 4519

STEVE GASTALDIN

Dam cleanouts/building Yard tidy-ups Post Holes Clearing Roads Slab preps 7 Days a week

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email: ba_earthmovers@dodo.com.au

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BSA: 106 8977 LIC: PMT-0-11572

Fully Licensed and Insured

BEERWAH •W

• PAVING & STONEWORK • RETAINING WALLS • DRIVEWAYS • POOL SURROUNDS • OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS

Termites:

• Spiders • Pre-purchase • Rodents timber inspections • Fleas • Termite inspections • Ants • Chemical barriers/

Phone Brian Mobile: 0402 129 665 Fax: 5497 4840

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• Carpentry & Joinery • Minor Cabinet Making • Plastering

bobcat, excavator & tipper hire

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A to Z of Trades and Services

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C.Apelt Plumbing

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Phone W & LA King Plumbing

Sheetmetal

Lic’d Plumber & Drainer QBSA 77755

CREATIVE SHEET METAL

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CUSTOM BUILT TOOLBOXES • General fabrication • Stainless Steel Benches

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Phone Ian from Tintmart on 5493 8711 or 0438 261 711

Tree Services

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5439 9368

FRIDGE DOOR SEALS

PHONE JAREN 5439 0764

Roofing & Guttering

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Organic Xtra 25kg fertilizer $18.50 Searles 65L premium potting mix $13.60

Fantastic Fruits!

Blemished fruit with a few spots or war scars … perfect!

Home grown organic fruit and vegetables may not always be perfect to the eye, but they are definitely supreme when it comes to taste.

Fruit trees generally require a longer maintenance period prior to produce and it is very difficult to achieve a year round supply of fruit in the average backyard. This seems to deter many people from venturing into growing their own fruit.

However, the rewards are invaluable.

We as a family have often eagerly anticipated the first fruits of each of our trees as one would the arrival of a new born.

In our garden we have a number of different fruit trees including mulberries, blueberries, lemon, orange, mandarin, mango, apple, macadamia nuts, pecan nuts, pawpaw, passionfruit and bananas. Throughout the year the fruit supply is also supplemented in the vegetable patch with rockmelons, strawberries, pineapples and watermelons.

Now our yard is not massive. Many of our trees we keep pruned to maintain them at a height that is manageable or espalier them where possible,

or more simply, they are dwarf varieties such as our ‘Lot’s of Lemons’ that can go in pots.

Furthermore, we plant them amongst other plants around our garden where they get enough sunlight and the benefit of disguise from other foliage that can help to reduce pest problems.

Whilst we have one mulberry tree growing for both mulberries and a great climbing resource for the kids, we also have a hedge of mulberry trees.

This ensures an easier harvest and allows us to cover it when the birds develop a mulberry fetish.

So, how to maintain your fruit? Whole books are devoted to this subject and information varies.

However I have ever so briefly summarised what I grow and maintain into a table as a quick reference for all the avid gardeners in the region.

There are so many more wonderful fruits out there to grow and ultimately I would love the challenge of growing them all, but space does become an issue at some point….I need more land! Until next time in Get Up and Grow…

Fruit

Feeding

Maintenance and tips

Citrus

Fertilise three times a year with chook manure or dynamic lifter.

Prefer good drainage and regular watering.

Shallow roots require thick mulching and limited competition. White-oil aphids on new growth.

Mulberry Blueberry Mango Apple Nuts Passionfruit

Bananas

Pawpaw

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Feed twice a year with manure or dynamic lifter when young but little needed when established.

Regular applications of manure, dynamic lifter or compost. My general rule is when the manure has broken right down, add more and mulch.

Feed twice a year with manure or dynamic lifter.

Feed twice a year with manure or dynamic lifter.

Pecans require frequent nitrogen applications. Both Pecans and Macadamia prefer consistent watering.

Heavy nitrogen feeders, so regular blood and bone feeds.

Loves water. Keep pruned if wanting to access the fruit.

Loves acid soil, so don’t lime! Protect from birds with a net if they become a problem.

Well drained light soils best.

Prune to promote spurs where fruit occurs.

Water well.

Maintain air flow through tree by removing branches that are causing crowding.

New guide to horse riding tracks A new guide to horse riding tracks was launched

by Council at Maddock Park Recreation Area in Mooloolah last week.

Horse riders now have access to a wide range of information about where to horse ride on the Sunshine Coast in one handy guide following the launch of a new guide in Mooloolah last week.

The guide includes the location of where to park horse floats, and where to find facilities such as barbecues, toilets and taps and is the final one of a three part series – the first two guides provide information about walking trails and mountain bike riding trails.

The Guide to Horse Riding highlights both signed and unsigned trails that pass through and along council road reserves, Conservation Parks, National Parks, State Forests, Plantation Forests and on land managed by SEQ Water.

On the Sunshine Coast, signed trails suitable for horse riders are located on the Noosa North Shore, throughout the Noosa Hinterland on the Noosa Trail Network and at Ewen Maddock Dam, Dularcha Conservation Park and Mapleton National Park.

As part of the implementation of the Recreation Trail Plan, council is developing a link between Ewen Maddock Dam and Dularcha Conservation Park for use by walkers, horse riders and mountain bike riders that is expected to be completed by the end of July.

Copies of the Guide to Horse Riding Tracks are available from Visitor Information Centres and Customer Contact Centres, or by phoning council on 5475 8501.

Lots of sun and a sturdy trellis required. Vines decline after 4-5 years so begin planting a new plant in third year.

Frequent nitrogen and potassium rich fertiliser such as combination of chook Remember you need a DPI permit. Consistent manure and potash. Alternatively, crushed watering and removal of dead material. Bag the basalt (blue metal) spread around the base bunches to keep off fruit bats. provides a great slow release of potassium and phosphorus.

Replace after 3-4 years. Ensure both male Lime to pH 6.5-7 and this will ensure and female varieties present, or bi-sexual selfadequate nutrients available. fertilising variety. | MARCH 7 2012

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Unlicensed contractors must state in their advertisements the value of work they can legally perform without a BSA licence which will never be more than $3,300.

Electricians and earthmovers are exempt from these requirements. Check the licence history of BSA-licensed contractors by performing a FREE Online Licence Search at www.bsa.qld.gov.au or calling BSA on 1300 BSA BSA.

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Your guide to sport in Glasshouse Country

Frisbee fun for you and your dog Canine Disc is a relatively new sport to Australia and all you need to get started is a dog and a disc. It is a great game to teach your dog for fun and fitness, and later down the track if you want to get serious you can now compete. Basically competition is about you throwing the disc and your dog catching it to get points. The further you throw the more points you get, however some games require accuracy and not just distance. There are also Freestyle events which involve putting a routine together full of tricks involving the dog catching a disc.

For more information about the sport visit http://www.frisbeedogs.asn.au/ Canine Disc (frisbee) training is held on the second

Mooloolah Valley Bowls Club Contributed by Judy Walker

Tuesday, February 28 was our last Bowls Day at our green. Winners were Netty Cook and Gwen Henderson. Raffle winner was Peter Setch.

We are having a Special General Meeting on March 17 at the Ewen Maddock Dam at 10.00am.

I would like to thank all the helpers who helped shift our gear and to Eileen and Bob a special thanks for their storage space. It is a shame that the Club has had to finish up but we will still continue to Bowl as a group as we enjoy each other’s company and always have fun.

White Bowlers celebrating their win over the Social Bowlers on February 25

Beerwah Ladies Golf

Last Thursday the ladies played the first Monthly Medal of the year, proudly sponsored by our club professional John Mellish.

A Grade winner was C. Stone. B Grade winner was J. Collinson C Grade winner was J. Corfield.

Saturday, March 3 - the ladies played Monthly Medal Proudly Sponsored by Beerwah Newsagency, the winner was C. Stone.

Beerwah Bulldogs Contributed by Dean Roberts

Rugby League action was back in full swing at Beerwah on the weekend with the start of the Junior Season, the Seniors had Trials and the Bulldogs Hosted teams from Cairns, Mackay, Ipswich and Toowoomba on Sunday playing in the Statewide Under 16 and 18 Competitions.

The Juniors seemed to enjoy getting back on the field judging by the standard of footy over the weekend. There were a few lopsided results as always in the first few weeks as the Sunshine Coast Junior Rugby League grades the teams at the beginning of the season.

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by Dennis Hume MUM0003 Newspaper Ad.indd 1 10/02/12 2:16 PM No prior dog training experience is required. You It has been a busy week for bowlers. Sunday, must be a member of Suncoast Fundogs.

February 26 saw Glasshouse Gliders Super The first Disc Dog Competition for the year will Challenge team take on the Manly team. Manly be held at Suncoast Fundogs home grounds at won three games to two. Monday, February 27 the Elimbah Sports Reserve at Rose Creek Road was Two Bowl Triples day. The winners being Ann Elimbah on March 11 at 10.00am. The club White, Ron Wilson and Millie Freshwater 2 + 38. welcomes everyone along to come and have a look.

Runners up were O. Halverson, B. Trafford and A. For enquiries contact suncoastdiscdogs@gmail.com Broomham, a visiting team, with 2 + 37. Highest score off the card were Warren Blackbourne, Anne Howard and Monika Duff.

Glasshouse Pony Club A round of the Ladies Championship Singles was Contributed by Kelly Wall played on Wednesday with the following results; Caloundra Ponyclub held their yearly Hack Day on Chris Freshwater def Margie Lehmann 25 to 21, Saturday, March 3 many of our Glasshouse Pony Di Hunt def Kate White 25 to 9, Jenny Hobson def Club members attended and their results were Di Sutherland 25 to 24 and Monika Duff def Di astounding. They groomed their horses and ponies, Garland 25 to 3. Next round March 7. no dirt to be seen on either the horse or rider and Also on Wednesday they played one game of pairs everyone wearing their bling. and one game of triples. The results as follows, The results were as followed: pairs Dalijia Wells and Gary Lehmann drew with Sarah Davis her pony ‘Imperial Picture Book’: Warren Blackbourne and Dennis Hume 24 each.

Supreme Champion Pony, 2nd -Best Presented and Triples, Janice Van Der Werf, Marleen Bertram and rider class, 1st Maiden pony, 1st Debut Pony hack, John Aitken def Lisa Craven, Rhyllis Aitken and Rob 1st Novice Pony and 4th Maiden Pony Hack.

Scullion 25 to 10.

Scott Hull his horse - ‘Sea Fury’: 3rd in Hunter Thursday Open Pairs results as follows; AM Games overall over 16hh, 5th Novice Hack over 16hh, winners were Anne Howard and Tony Verdonk.

6th Maiden Hack over 16hh, 6th- Best presented Runners up were P. Saver and Bob Clark. PM hackover 16hh and 6th Maiden Hack 16hh over.

Courtney Hull: 3rd- 13-14yrs Rider Class, 1st, 2nd Winners were Margie Lehmann and Gary Lehmann. and 3rd in other classes.

Runners up were Rob Scullion and Brian Fogarty.

Kayla Moore with pony ‘Lace’: 5th - 11yrold Rider Saturday saw the two Super Challenge teams play. class and 3rd- Lead Pony Mare Division 7 Glasshouse Gliders played Pine Rivers Chelsea Davis: 1st- Maiden Hack, 2nd Debut Pirates with the men losing four games to one Hack,3rd in Novice Hack and 4th Rider Class. and the women losing two games to nil. Division Shana Hill riding ‘Cooper’: many ribbons and 10 Glasshouse Gliders played Brighton in a rain placings. Kiana Townsend riding ‘Dodger’: many affected day, and were defeated four games to one. ribbons and placings.

Business bowls is being played under lights on Well done Glasshouse Country Horse and Pony Club Wednesday nights. This is proving very popular with 16 teams of local business people having a fun time playing lawn bowls. Business bowls runs for six weeks twice year, so if you’re interested in future events, contact the Club on 5496 9311.

BeeGee’s News

Contributed by Frank Doonan

Senior Trials on Saturday afternoon began with the under 18’s taking on Lowood and showed a ton of courage to come from behind and win the trial 24 20. The Women’s Open team had their Debut Game for Beerwah and showed some sparkling touches with a big win over the visiting Aspley Devils 50 - 0 and are looking forward to the season.

A Grade jumped out of the blocks quickly against Lowood scoring the first try but the stags hit back with three tries to lead 18 - 4.The Bulldogs then started to get into stride and got back to 18 -14 which was the full time score.

Sunday saw some good quality under 16 and under 18 action at Beerwah and also gave the club the opportunity to host top level Rugby League which was attended well.

The Seniors have the bye in the first round and then play Caboolture at Beerwah on March 17 in Round 2 and are again at home in Round 3 against Bribie Island. We would like to see all our supporters come along and support the club.

Anyone wanting to become involved in the club either in the way of playing, volunteering or sponsorship are encouraged to contact President Dean Roberts on 0418 816 605 to discuss.

Our first weekend of fixtures kicked off this weekend with the first and second division playing against Caloundra at Caloundra our second div team started well scoring the first goal by James. The boys fought hard all game and eventually went down 2 – 1, the signs are there for a big season from this team. Their combinations and team work was outstanding. The first division team contains a mixture of old and new faces which produced the goods on the night with a well fought 2-1 win over Caloundra. Our first goal was scored by Jarryd Doonan and the second was a great shot from Andrew Foster - welcome back Andy. The boys fought hard all game and in the second half showed what this team will be capable of, with only one reserve on the bench the boys stuck to their game plan and repelled Caloundra to the end. Our new striker Obed played extremely well and was unlucky not to get two goals. Ritchie our new mid fielder worked over time for us and the goalie Jarad Brownlie had a excellent first game for us saving about four goals. Next game Coolum at Coolum. Also Our Div 2 women’s went to Woombye to play in a tournament and our girls came away with the winner’s trophy with two wins and a draw.

The girls were short handed with only nine players due to work or other commitments the rest of the team could not play. The girls start the season this weekend with the third and fourth division teams on Friday night; Players wishing to play this weekend get to training Tuesday 6.30pm.

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Public Notices

Auctions

Check “Listening Post” Diary on website Authorised R.J. McLean, 53 Bowen Rd. Glass House Mountains for Bob McLean (candidate)

Queensland Police service notice of temPorary road closure Notice is hereby given that the under mentioned road will be partially closed to vehicular traffic from 9.00am to 11.00am on Friday the 30th March 2012 for the purpose of conducting a triathlon for the Beerwah State High School roberts road, Beerwah between Beerwah state High school and coolamon crescent and crumpton Place, Beerwah Alternative routes available to all through traffic Police service

Death Notice RICHARDSON (LILLIAN) JOYCE nee HORNER aged 92, late of Beerwah, Queensland, formerly of Warrnambool Victoria.

Joyce passed away very peacefully on February, 29 at the Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Maleny. Dearly loved Mother of Glenda and David, cherished Grandmother and GreatGrandmother of their families. Glenda and David would like to thank the staff of Maleny Hospital for their devoted and tender care and for the kindness and understanding shown to all.

A celebration of Joyce’s life was held on March, 5 at Beerwah Uniting Church.

Orchard & Farm dispersal auctiOn

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Plus sundry tools & horse tack. EJ holden good original condition, JD Gator need repair, postie bike.

Outside Vendors welcome (nO JunK) photo id is required – Viewing 7.30am prior to auction. phone: 5496 1203 Garry 0418 783 288 or mike 0417 320 590 photos www.mikewheeler.com.au

kids yoga (3-13yrs) 3.30pm Friday. Gentle Yoga 9.30am Friday. Glass House Mountains Community Hall - Coonoowrin Road. Enquiries call Kristy 0402 882 725 or 5438 7533 A+ Tuition Private tuition for Primary & Highschool, all subjects. Karen 0427 196 158 louise hay workshops on the Sunshine Coast, contact Angel 0431 673 161

Work Wanted kaz's alterations. For all the family. Phone 5496 9774 9.00am to 7.00pm weekdays. Appointments only.

COMPREHENSIVE CLEANING domestic and commercial. Reliable & experienced. Ph Lauren 0403 044 887 looking for all gardening jobs. Grass, mulch, weeding, clean-ups, rubbish to tip etc. Contact Gnome Gardening 5439 9954 Home & Yard Maintenance Gardening, minor painting, mowing, gutter cleaning etc. Insured.

Pensioner discount, no job too small. Phone Craig 5494 0858 17 YEAR OLD seeking full time or weekend work. Cert I Automotive, Farm hand and concreting experience.

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Have you checked your: I am happy with the advert to be printed as is Ph: 5494 6133 Fax: 5494 6462 Woodlands are currently looking for staff in the following fields:Thank You Phone numbers Courses & then Tuition Fitter & Turner / Welder / Sheet Metal Worker I require changes to be made fax or email back for final sign-off If you are interested in this position, please apply either in person Address/Email We would sincerely like to thank family to Woodlands office at 2814 Old Gympie Road, Beerwah, or send I require changes to be made then publish in your resume to the address above. Conditions do apply to this & friends and the community for all their Advertised prices

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED URGENTLY Glasshouse

R.S.L. We need Kitchen Staff, for Raffle I require changes Country to be made then faxCooks, or email back final signSellers, Friday Nights . One night Per. Month. If interested Phone Kaz On 5496 9774.

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Books

respectable & caring father & son looking for a dwelling to live in. Son is in year 3, loves sports and 98% of time well behaved. Glasshouse area. Ph: 0447 270 108

BEERWAH BOOKS AND BITS 4th Thursdays Teachers Nite open to 8.00pm 10% discount 3.00pm and 8.00pm .LP’s Vinyls a great range of LP’s Abba, Classical, Flamenco, Beatles, Jethro Tull etc. Open all day Saturday. Books for boys and girls. Adults classics, aussie authors, popular authors, westerns, combat comics. Comics. Trading cards . www.beerwahbooksandbits.com.au or Facebook.

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To Rent/Lease/Let room available to rent 2 days per week in a beauty Salon in Mooloolah. Would suit massage, accupuncture, nail tech or similar Ph: 5492 9233

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Falcon auto sedan 2006, factory LPG mech A1 ecnomical motoring $2,200 0434 515 628

LANDSBOROUGH MARKETS EVERY SATURDAY 8am to 1pm Landsborough School of Arts Hall Old Landsborough Road, Landsborough. Great variety.

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Heidi’s back from her first designing and buying trip of the year and boy did she shop up a storm.

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floor tiles, cream, 30x30cm, approx 19sqm. White wall tiles, mosaic. New Bath, new toilet, alum sliding window 120x150cm, oil heater, queen bed frame. Ph: 0411 074 559 freezer chest 210lt Westinghouse. Good Condition $130 Ph: 5438 7678 Bird Cage as new 1500 x 1500 x 1800 high $200 ono Ph: 0408 156 130 Electric Powered single bed & mattress.

German manufactured. Top & bottom movement. VG Condition. $1,200 ono. Phone: 5494 6383 Steel - RHS, Flat Bar, Angle, Rio competitive prices.

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2 x single ensemble beds brand new $150 each. 4 seater table & chairs brand new $200. 6 seater table & chairs $200 Phone Ellen on 5494 6555 Suede lounge suite 1 x 2 seater, 1 x 3 seater $400 Phone: 5494 0370 Woodern cot, innerspring mattress. Australian made, BabyCo. Excellent condition $150 Ph: 0478 752 242

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Motorcycles Wanted motorcycles wanted - Going or not.

Complete or not. Cash paid. Ph: 0421 375 176.

Wanted to buy collector wants to buy old bottles & old wood working tools, also old pottery Ph: 3293 0320

Business for sale small beauty salon in the Hinterland, owner operated easy to run, great client base $20,000 neg.

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Garage Sales Beerburrum 5 Anzac Avenue. Fri, Sat & Sun 7am4pm. Furniture, bric-a-brac, DVD's, books, china. 2 individual houses one street beerburrum Anzac Avenue. Fri, Sat & Sun 7am.

Collectables, novels 4 for $1, shed clean out & bargains.

Glasshouse 26 Sahara Road Sat 7am. Fridge, w/ machine, s/beds, CD's, books & heaps more Beerwah 50 Coochin Hills Drive Sat 7am. Moved in - doesn't fit Mt Mellum 9 Agnew Road Sat 6am. Monster moving sale too much to list 0412 237 159 Landsborough 22 Amigh Road (off Forestry Rd) Sat 8am-2pm. New stainless steel range hood, study desk, filing cabinet, lots of homewares, clothes, baby gear, prints, books, plants, motorcycle gear & lots of interesting bits & pieces & more!

Landsborough 66 Calderwood Road Saturday 7am-12noon. Furniture, bric-a-brac, clothes, bargains for everyone.

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One wish

A man was walking along a beach deep in prayer when suddenly the sky clouded above him and in a booming voice the Lord said "because you have tried to be faithful to me in all ways, I will grant you one wish." The man said, "build a bridge to Hawaii so I can drive over any time I want."

The Lord said, "your request is very materialistic.

Think of the challenges for that kind of undertaking. The supports required to reach the bottom of the pacific. The concrete and steel it would take. I can do it, but it is hard for me to justify your desire for worldly goods.

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PISCES February 20 – March 20 A surprise visit from a friend can be quite uplifting. Patience may be needed connected with a family member. This can be a very social week for you. For those singles a new love can come into your life.

At this time starting a new career or studies will work out very well for the future.

ARIES March 21 – April 20 This can be a very lucky period for you, as the weekend draws nearer you can breathe a sigh of relief. You will find that there can be some changes regarding home finances; this can work out to your advantage. Good news coming regarding a family member.

Schedules will need to be finalised regarding a business venture and a holiday.

TAURUS April 21 – May 21 A visit will find someone you love in very good health; this will certainly be a relief.

A change of work or a transfer can incline to change residence. This can be a very good time for opportunities and also wins.

Celebrations at the weekend will work out very well. You may see people you haven’t seen for some time. For those singles, a new love can come into your life.

GEMINI May 22 – June 21 Try to see the humour in a situation; this can be a time of re-evaluating what you really want out of life, this can be a time of making important decisions regarding your career, your home and your family. Excellent news coming regarding a new business venture.

Also unexpected news from a loved one regarding a win can surprise you. Buying property is also possible at this time.

CANCER June 22 – July 22 The wheel of fortune is now starting to turn for you. All the hard work that you have done in the past can now start to pay off.

Fun filled days are ahead. New opportunities can come in unexpectedly. New people who come into your life will certainly be longlasting. A chance meeting with someone special will make this an excellent week.

Leo July 23 – August 22 Money can come in out of the blue.

This can be a very creative time especially in regards to teaching or anything to do with the arts. Enjoyment with friends and loved one’s can make this a very special week.

Financial matters will start to pick up. Buying property is likely. Lots of short distance travel is indicated but this can be quite tiring.

Changes with a car are also a possible now.

VIRGO August 23 – September 22 The times now ahead are extremely favourable. Use this lucky period well and enjoy life. Also do not turn your back on some work that need to be done.

A problem with family will be sorted out very soon. Legal matters also will work out in your favour. Arranging travel overseas will be exciting for you. Some changes around your home life are indicated.

LIBRA September 23 – October 22 Things should be looking much better for you now; you have the courage to see things through. There is a great opportunity coming your way. Excellent news can also come from an old friend. You may consider a completely new career which can work out very well for you.

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In relationships, if there has been a misunderstanding, this will now be the time to sort things out. An unexpected call from a family member can certainly upset your plans for the week. Problems with a car will need to be sorted out.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 – December 22 You will now feel you are on the right path.

Keep your eye on your goal. You can achieve much now. If there is a problem with a close relationship this is also the time to sort things out. Listen to your inner voice and things will work out. A possible change in the home is indicated as well as new opportunities with your work.

CAPRICORN December 23 – January 19 Money, work and other important matters may seem to be at a standstill. Do not be negative as good news is coming.

Relationships can improve and travel also is likely at this time. This can be an important week for decisions. Watch that you don’t take on too much.

AQUARIUS January 20 – February 19 Relief from past troubles and hindrances can make this a very good week.

Things will now be accomplished without strain. Keep yourself focused on what you want and what you want to achieve, you can now reap the benefit. A new lifestyle can begin.

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Take a little more time and come up with another wish, a wish you think would honour and glorify me." The man thought about it for a long time. Finally he said, "Lord, I wish that I could understand women. I want to know how they feel inside, why they cry, what they mean when they say 'nothing', and how I can make a woman truly happy." The Lord replied, "You want two lanes or four on that bridge."

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