Don't miss the 'Celebrity' Cricket in Maleny Andrew Powell's cricket stand-off against the Maleny Maulers will be held on Saturday, September at 12.00noon. This is definitely not your average cricket game - for one thing, the players take pride in wearing their best pyjamas for a fashion-on-the-field look - all good fun and all for a good cause! Proceeds from donations made before and on the day go to Lung Foundation Australia. Maleny's late Dr Peter Oliver dedicated himself to furthering research into the killer disease after being diagnosed himself - because like so many sufferers, he was a non-smoker. This was the message that Peter found was not getting out there - Maleny's Charity Cricket Match is about trying to change that. Simon Denver's Maleny Maulers have got to be seen to be believed, and plenty of pollies have signed up, so there are some good sledging opportunities for spectators and players alike! There's a barbecue and bar run by hosts Maleny District Sport and Rec Club - just bring a chair and the family and take some time out to enjoy a great afternoon of social cricket whilst knowing you are helping the Lung Foundation Australia, who will be there on the day. Andrew Powell will be joined by the Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney, and Sunshine Coast politicians Mal Brough and Steve Dickson,
Last year's fashion standard was set quite high Steve Minnikin MP Member for Chatsworth, Verity Barton MP Member for Broadwater, Deb Frecklington MP Member for Nanango, Charles Hodgson from View News, Greg Williams President of MDSRC, Nathan Dell (Nugget) Zinc FM DJ, Mick Glover from Network Video Maleny and Chris Emery Director Lung Foundation Australia to make up his Celebrity Eleven. The Magnificent Maleny Maulers, Matt Babarovitch, Nathan Edwards, Paul Mackay, Tom Hauritz, Nicole Gaunt, David Luxley, Mike Long, Neil Donaldson, Simon Denver, Sam and Richard Coward and Brett Klease.
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Lighting up Maleny Bowls By Lea Parkes On October 8, Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, will perform the official turning on of the lighting recently installed at the Maleny Bowls Club (located in behind the Maleny Hotel). The Club are really pleased that they will now be able to expand what they offer and are busy organising a six week ‘Twilight Bowls’ team’s competition. Club Committee member, Warwick Moody, said the club was keen to encourage new bowlers to get together a team of three players (can have four members) to participate. While scores will be kept the idea is for the nights to be quite social and enjoyable. “For the past few years the Glasshouse Bowls Club has run this type of evening competition, and what was really great was seeing how many families with teenage children got involved, along with groups of workmates and friends getting together to participate,” he said. Warwick says it doesn’t matter about the difference in the team member’s ages and capacities, as with a bit of practice, they can develop the skills required. “For those that have never played before there will be plenty of club members there on the first night to give you the instruction required to get straight into it,” he said. There will be a once off team registration of $10.00 and then it will cost $10.00 for each player on the night, (where a family of four is sharing the games the cost will only be $25.00). The first night will be Wednesday, October 15 and will kick off at 6.30pm, and pre-registration of the team is required before the night. To find out more about how it works or to organise registering a team give Warwick a call on 5494 9351.
Sunshine Coast hinterland receives thumbs up by better program Maleny has been given the tick of approval for their fresh and local produce by Channel 7’s Karen Martini of television program, Better Homes and Gardens. Coordinated and supported by Sunshine Coast Destination Ltd (SCDL), the crew recently filmed a foodie segment, based in Maleny. Featuring local vistas, Karen also met with local producers and used a selection of local ingredients to cook up a unique recipe. SCDL’s CEO, Simon Ambrose said “this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the Sunshine Coast during prime time on a high rating national program.” This not only puts the spotlight on our magnificent hinterland region but shows viewers we have incredible produce and there is more to the Sunshine Coast, than just our spectacular beaches. Owner of Maleny Cheese, Sara Bucher said they were delighted to be considered for the program. “Our family has worked in local producing for 10 years and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Karen and the Better Homes and Gardens team to share our knowledge of the region and our industry. They simply loved the experience and quality of the region’s produce,” she said. Sara Bucher (Maleny Cheese) and Karen Martini filming at Maleny Cheese www.gcnews.com.au
Everything you need to know about early bird fares to Europe You may have heard that there is a perfect time each year to pick up the best fare on a flight to Europe. These fares are known as ‘early birds’ and right now the season is about to start. It doesn’t last long, so if you don’t want to miss out on these value offers…then here are some facts you must know; who better to guide you than our very own fare specialist Gillian Mills. What is an early bird fare and how is it different? Early bird is the name we use to promote a special sale when airlines release their lowest value air fares in September / October for travel to Europe and for travel commencing from April 1, 2015 and beyond. Early bird season has proven to be the best time to purchase your flights to Europe.
Why is it better to book on one of these fares? Early bird fares can save you hundreds. The seat you sit in will be exactly the same and the service you receive on board identical, but the advantage is purely in your pocket. It pays to be organised and in a position to know exactly what you want when these value fares are released into the market. What sort of savings do you see? In addition to the fare savings, last year we saw $1.00 stopover specials along with a guarantee by some airlines that if they bring in any other special fares lower than the early bird airfare – they’ll refund the fare difference. You really can’t lose. Are there any negatives with an early bird airfare? With all reduced economy fare specials there are always more restrictive conditions. This is one of the things we do really well – Gillian will translate the fare conditions into layman’s terms, so you understand exactly what you’re purchasing, as some of these fares can be non-refundable. It is also wise to purchase your travel insurance to protect your investment. You do not pay any extra for insurance by purchasing it in advance, at the same time you purchase your ticket. For example, if you are away May 1 to June 11, 2015 – 42 days, you just pay the applicable premium for those 42 days. Should an unforseen circumstance occur any time prior to your commencing your journey, you are covered for
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A community meeting to discuss the environmental record of Campbell Newman’s LNP state government and some of the specific issues affecting our local district will be held by the Sunshine Coast Hinterland branch of the Australian Labor Party (ALP). Guest speaker Jackie Trad MP (Shadow Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection, Transport, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and The Arts) will offer an overview of the LNP’s environmental report card, while Paul Donatiu (Executive Coordinator of National Parks Association of Queensland) will speak on the proposed zip line joy ride in the Kondalilla National Park and the proposed motocross facility in the Beerwah State Forest. “This meeting is part of an ongoing series of community forums held by the ALP’s Sunshine
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In any year, one in five Australians experience a mental illness – so why are so many people reluctant to talk about it? Members of the Glasshouse Country and Hinterland communities are invited to join conversations about building on our already resilient and supportive communities, during a special Mental Health Week Community Lunch on Thursday, October 9. “Whether you realise it or not, everyone knows someone who has experienced poor mental health – to think that such an issue is sometimes treated as ‘taboo’ is unacceptable,” Care Connect Sunshine Coast Hinterland support facilitator Tina Searle said. “Improving and maintaining good mental health is important for everyone, at all stages of life – we need to normalise not only the experience of mental health difficulties, but also the act of speaking openly about them. “By talking openly about mental health and mental illness, we empower people to seek support without fear of stigma, and we improve the wellbeing of our communities.”
The Mental Health Week Community Lunch is part of Mental Health Week, which takes place across Australia from October 5 - 12. Lunch will be followed by guest speakers, including Health and Human Services Consultant Nadine Thomas, who will facilitate a discussion on mental health, and representatives from organisations supporting people experiencing mental illness.
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Creating sustainability in advance Have you given thought to what might happen to our society if the next financial crisis is far worse than the one of 2008? Or what if oil supply slows to a dribble? What if food and products become scarce and very expensive? Acting now to create sustainability in advance will be the key to survival and the topic for discussion on Monday, September 22 at the Maleny Community Centre. International Keynote speaker Nicole Foss will speak on
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