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From the Editor

January 2018

Welcome

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HOPE yOu slow down, relax and relish our laidback lifestyle.

weekend and other Australia Day activities.

We do. Note now please - the office is CLOSED until January 16. We'll still check messages and emails.

you can take a poetry trail, try natural doggy products from Maleny Sunday Market, and choose from a varied range of arty and playful holiday activities.

We did escape the office for a few days last month, Charlie Moreland camping, out of mobile range and it was BLISS. It had been almost six months since the six of us were together, we reconnected with bushwalks and BBQs, badminton and books.

Make sure if you visit Kondalilla Falls (it amazes me how many locals have not explored their surrounds) that you don't get put off by the extra stairs, like we almost did. What a reward when you take the lookout trail!

After all the rains we have had, it is no wonder the falls were magnificent. Even better was our swim under the waterfall. We found some gorgeous swimming holes, what a beautiful corner of Queensland we live in.

January holds the free family fun Aussie Day Expo, a cracker line up with the Australian Film Festival

We'll tell you why Maleny is the tourist hot spot with 66% growth in visitor bookings, and everything else "What's On" for the Hinterland.

Inside this month U3A invite you to learn with them

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Kondalilla history continues…

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A Poetry Trail for you to explore

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Kerri Woolston helps your dog - naturally

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Story Seats promote early literacy

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History repeats itself with alternative schooling

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A new doctor for Mapleton

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Thanks to all the paper's supporters, contributors, readers and advertisers. We wish you an exciting 2018, full of health and joy.

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018’S AuSTRALIAN FILM FESTIVAL (a tradition over many years on the Australia Day weekend) promises to be stunning, with four feature films, award-winning shorts, discussion sessions, a popular interstate guest, and a number of films expressing life in Maleny.

Each year, the Maleny Film Society seeks out the best of the latest in Australian cinema production and presents it in our Maleny Community Centre, with packed-out screenings and a convivial community atmosphere, peppered with robust artistic discussion.

This year’s festival films: Australia Day, Ali’s Wedding, Three Summers, Ellipsis.

This year’s festival guest is Max Cullen, veteran character actor, with roles in many wellloved Oz films. Perhaps best known for his role in Spider and Rose with Ruth Cracknell, Sunday Too Far Away and the Flying Doctors, Max featured in the films Goldstone and Broke screened at last year’s festival.

Max Cullen, who has appeared He has worked as a film in so many Australian movies reviewer and is an over decades, is our festival accomplished painter. guest and bringing his own Max and his wife Margarita now short film which features many run an art gallery in Gumming, other well-known Australian New South Wales. actor chums Friday January 26 at 3.00pm Australia Day begins the action. This fastpaced movie with Bryan Brown, set in Brisbane on our national day, poses some tough questions about racial prejudice.

It will be followed at 5.00pm by an opening party in the Verandah Room, scene of many gatherings over the following two days. In the evening Max Cullen will introduce the popular comedy Ali’s Wedding.

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Saturday January 27 will be a busy day for festival goers: 10.30am Maleny on Film (shorts in which many locals will recognise themselves from 10-20 years ago). This session features free admission, thanks to the generosity of Maleny Filmmakers Co-operative.

1.00pm Three Summers set in a music festival, and featuring a host of Australian actors: Magda Szubanski , Deborah Mailman, John Waters and Michael Caton.

There are plenty of laughs in this affectionate look at his new country, by uK writer Ben Elton who now lives in WA. 3.00pm Meet a Film Insider Max Cullen in Conversation, and a screening of his own short film.

7.15pm Ellipsis (the first full-length film directed by David Wenham). This ‘love-letter to Sydney’ about an amorous encounter has so far had only limited release.

Above: Follow the story of Ali, the son of a Muslim cleric, who finds himself caught between his sense of duty to his family and following his heart in Ali's Wedding Below: Bryan Brown stars in Australia Day

Sunday January 28 is wind-down time and an opportunity for discussion: 10.30am – 1.00pm Unpacking Cinema discussion about the films seen in the festival. A ‘toolkit’ of concepts that can help with analysing and evaluating films will be explained .

2.00pm Re-screening of Three Summers for those who miss it on Saturday!

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If you are over 50, a whole new world of ideas, inspiration and information is at your fingertips, and in your neighbourhood, thanks to Sunshine Coast U3A - the University of the Third Age. Dale Jacobsen, and others, share why this is such a valuable resource and how you can access it.

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It was this spirit of learning through sharing, and having fun in the process, that inspired Marty Foster to go along to the Maleny group.

“I have lived here for 20 years but, until five years ago, I didn’t know about the u3A. I attended their Open Day at the university of the Sunshine Coast and have been involved ever since,” she said.

As they say, ask a busy woman if you want to get things done. Marty spends her week volunteering with Meals on Wheels, driving for Blackall Range Care Group, in the Maleny Information Centre, Bloomhill Op Shop and at the Sunshine Coast u3A office.

She became Class Captain for Maleny u3A lectures when the previous captain suffered ill health.

“I can’t take credit for sourcing our speakers,” she explained. “Credit must go to Lyn Lovell who finds the most interesting people to give lectures right across the Sunshine Coast.”

However, she is always on the lookout for likely speakers, which is how I came to give a couple of Antarctic presentations at u3A. While Maleny once boasted a varied programme of classes from bushwalking to book binding, these days, it offers a weekly series of lectures that attracts presenters from all walks of life.

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U3A Maleny meets at the Masonic Lodge every Tuesday morning

were listening to Bob Railton’s lecture: No Detectives Please, We’re British.

Another busy woman who also volunteers in the u3A SC office is Merrin Shaw, from Mt Mellum. Merrin has lived on the Range for six years, and during that time has become involved in the local community, coordinating the Sunday Markets at the RSL and knitting crazy tea cosies.

“People think it is about keeping tea warm, but it’s about talking stories, sharing memories, laughing.”

Merrin would like to see more people involved in offering their talents to widen the scope of classes on the Range. “We live in a dynamic community. I’ve met some incredibly talented and educated people in these hills, and there are probably many out there who could share their gifts. For example, it would be fantastic to have a series of photography classes, or swimming, languages such as conversational French.”

There is a comprehensive Guide to Tutors provided to people who have the time, inspiration and talent to share.

The university of the Third Age began in Australia in 1984. u3A Sunshine Coast Inc. formed two years later, now celebrating over 30 continuous years, and is attached to the university of the Sunshine Coast at Sippy Downs.

With over 2,000 members on the coast, it holds classes in many centres from Coolum to Caloundra, and from the Range to the Coast.

Marty explained what is needed to belong. “If you are over 50 and no longer work full-time, you will be made most welcome. Most of our tutors are retired professional people, many have been university lecturers, but of course, that’s not essential.”

Apart from the obvious benefits of belonging to the u3A,

members can also (with permission) sit in on lectures at the university, make use of equipment, use the library, gym and swimming pool.

“We have a wonderful collaboration with the uni,” said Merrin. Marty elaborated: “They treat us as part of the Campus. They also draw on our membership if they need older people. For example, some of us took part in the Brain Gym for Dementia Prevention programme”.

Each year, u3A Sunshine Coast holds an Open Day at the university where people can come along, ask questions of the lecturers or u3A admin staff.

In 2018, it will be held on Saturday, January 13 at the Innovation Centre, university of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs. There will be signage to direct people.

During Open Day, people will be able to check out the wide range of courses on offer across the Sunshine Coast, join up, or renew their membership.

“The system was computerised last year,” said Marty. “Not everyone is computer literate (although that would be a really good class to run in Maleny) and we can help out. All they have to do is ask.”

Cost is minimal, at $40 per year. Some classes also ask for a small amount if a venue is hired, or there are materials used, but costs are kept as low as possible. The u3A is run entirely by volunteers as a not-for-profit organisation.

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If you need to restore your faith in humanity or your hope for the planet, head to the Fix It Café at the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, every second and fourth Thursday of the month.

Victoria McGuin paid them a visit recently and came away feeling replenished, in more ways than one.

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HAVE BEEN frequenting the Maleny Fix It Café sporadically for some time now, for repairing muchloved skirts, tops and dresses, to mending my second-hand vacuum cleaner. It feels good to know you are avoiding landfill and extending the life of your household goods and clothing.

It only costs $5 for the team to check over your item, and if they fix it you can choose to donate more.

The Fix It Café was started in 2012, by Dolina Somerville and Paul Williamson, and is based on a repair-style café which originated in Amsterdam in 2009. Over the years the team has steadily grown, with members specialising in electronics, bicycles, sewing, general maintenance, furniture repair and mechanics.

Jim Straker, the Fix It Café coordinator, welcomes me, and friendly faces look up from kettles, suitcases, bicycles and sewing machines.

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“Some days we have quite a few things to fix,” says Jim, “But other Thursdays we are twiddling our thumbs, which isn’t good. We need more people to use this resource.”

Member Jo brings me a cup of tea, and her husband, Nev, takes a short break from fixing a bike to join us. I pick up an accent from over the pond. “I was actually born in Sydney,” says Nev, “but my parents moved to the uK when I was small.”

Nev and Jo married in 1960 and lived in Salisbury until 1969. “We came back to Australia with our four children,” says Jo, “and had one more here – our Australian baby!”

The weather played a big factor in their move, Nev recalls, “The winter of 1962, from Bristol to Hull, it didn’t rise above freezing point from Boxing Day for three months, to the day!”

“Nev had to go to work on a motorbike in that,” adds Jo. “I worked on Post Office telephones, which eventually became BT, but I always had an interest in bikes,” Nev continues. “I raced them – the cycle speedway was popular. I would modify bikes, go to the dump to find parts and old bikes to restore.

“Our cycle speedway team was called the Bemerton Boomerangs, Bemerton was my village. We even made our own track.”

This background makes Nev the perfect person to bring your bike to, for anything from wheel alignment to modifications.

Josie is another busy member of the group, having joined roughly five years ago. “I know I have a talent and I wanted to share it,” she says simply. “We are living in a throwaway world and we have to take responsibility. We have to know what we’ve got.”

Josie has been sewing since she was five years old, “I used to watch my mum on her machine. When she would go and feed the chooks I would get on the sewing machine. She always knew though – I don’t know how!”

Weddings dresses, deb dresses, shirts, skirts… Josie’s daughter says, ‘There’s nothing you can’t make, Mum’.

“I was a wedding designer for a while in Brisbane. I made my first wedding dress when I was 18. I didn’t buy a dress until I was 30, I made my own. I didn’t even know you could buy knickers for many years! I made mini

Everyone here is a volunteer, and they like to spread the message of the Fix It Café. “Paul and Daryl went up to Noosa to set up a stall for the Floating Islands a while back. And a group of us went to Woodford to show what we do, and run workshops – Nev had a lot of bike repairs there!”

It is time for the community lunch at the Centre, and I enjoy home-cooked produce, interesting conversations with strangers, and live music from Danny Rose.

As I leave, with a full stomach and a full heart, Jim shakes my hand and thanks me for coming.

“It’s good to spread the word,” he says. “We need more people to bring their stuff. The Fix It Café needs to fix things!”

Jim puts up the cafe sign for the day

VISIT: dresses with knickers to match.”

Jim joins us - things are quietening down for a few members. “I don’t have that problem!” says Josie.

“Hush up and keep sewing!” laughs Jim. The banter between the group is warm and full of jokes.

“It’s wonderful,” Jim says, “It keeps us all together. We tell some stories! I have one about… no I’d better not!” He smiles with a glint of mischief in his eye.

Jim has worked in the ‘garbage business’ since 1974, “so I understand the importance in not chucking things out,” he says. A Cooran boy, he now lives in Reesville after years travelling whilst in the army, and working in local government and environmental jobs.

“I’d been working in the Middle East and needed something to do,” he tells me. “I knew Dolina and she mentioned this place. I came in to have a look and I’ve been helping out ever since.”

Jim has ideas to expand the offerings at the Fix It Café. “I run courses on how to help people change tap washers,” he says, and brings out a homemade stand with various taps/washers/plumbing attached.

“Isn’t it brilliant?” says Josie.

“I like to empower people to fix things themselves,” Jim continues. “you know the old proverb, ‘Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day, teach him to fish…’”

The next idea is to run car maintenance workshops.

“Show people how to change a tyre, check the water, windscreen wipers, find the jack, gain a basic knowledge of the engine.

“We could run it now, but we’d ideally like a retired mechanic to run it. We will be able to park six cars to do each workshop.”

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Olive also shared with them that her mother was a good pianist and dancer. “On Saturday nights they would move the furniture out of the lounge and people would come from around the area for dances,” Maryanne shares.

“There was limited room so only a few couples at a time could dance while the rest socialised out in front of the house.”

Olive gave Justin photos of the house and surrounds from the 1930s. "you can see from one photograph that at some stage later in their ownership, the back of the house was extended, bathroom and side stairs were added.”

Another picture shows a big white hoe that Alf must have used, which has a significance for the Bulling family.

A few years ago, one of Justin and Maryanne’s sons was using his metal detector in the front yard and became very excited when it began to beep. They all began to dig and

LIVE WAS JuST a little girl when the Higson family emigrated to Australia from England and moved to a small cottage on Flaxton. Her grandmother had been a competent tailoress, who worked on gentlemen’s suits in London; her mother (before her marriage) won numerous gold medals for a swimming prowess. yet now, all three women were embarking on a completely different life.

Olive’s memories of life at Kondalilla Cottage evoke strong images of times gone by, of struggle, and of an innocence many feel is perhaps lost too soon today. From her walking down the valley each morning to bring up the cows, to owning no shoes and resorting to standing in cow pats to warm her feet.

“There was a big tree outside their bedroom then, as they used to climb out the window into the tree,” Justin shares.

“Norm and Ron were enrolled at Montville School in the mid-1920s, and both eventually became engineers; the other children attended school at the Flaxton School where Range Care is now.

“They had a horse and three of them rode bareback on the horse to school every day. The school had a fenced paddock where the children could leave their horses.”

Olive said they only left the Range once a year for the annual picnic at the beach. “I Top left: The Gallagher family who lived at Kondalilla Cottage in the 1960s think they went by car to Palmwoods then Above: A young Jan Wyer at Kondalilla Cottage to the beach by train,” Justin says.

The next family was Patricia and Nick Viner, a mother and son, followed by Paul and Lek Sykes in the 1970s.

“The son has a mechanic business in Mapleton at his house and he was born in 1964 same as me. His father was a builder and he built some of the extension, establishing it as a craft shop, and made and sold wooden toys there,” says Justin.

From 1979, according the Barbara Ramadge-Ross’ research, Pat and Alan Carrott continued the toy-making and craft, until they sold to Tom and Bev Philips in 1989.

However, Tom died tragically and Brisbane couple, Dennis and Iris Blackburn, continued the renovations Tom started and a created a café and craft centre there.

“Iris is now in her 80s, and she still brings her pet to me for check-ups,” smiles Justin.

“Then came Colleen in 1994 who ran a corner store with her mother, Amber MacKinnon. They named the business ‘Kondalilla Cottage Café’. She sold a few years before I came and lived in Flaxton,” Justin continues.

“After her came the family who let the place fall apart, and ended up putting Maryanne off renting!”

Walking into the home recently, I was enveloped in its cosy warmth, with the log fire, beautiful views across the undulating hills of Flaxton/Montville and the buzz and chatter of a young family. Children and animals all enjoying the space together.

This building had been a house, café, shop, restaurant, and now a veterinary service, albeit to the side. The Bulling family are certainly worthy custodians; they have restored this character-filled cottage and made it, once again, a home. “We need to get a plaque made next, saying Kondalilla Cottage,” says Maryanne.

“Just another job!” laughs Justin.

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found one of the blades of the hoe. “you know, I still have that hoe,” smiles Justin.

Another photograph shows Olive and a brother on the front steps. “It seems many families who lived here have a family photo with the kids on the front steps. I’d better take one too!” Justin says.

After the Higson family left, the cottage had many owners. The Gallaghers were next, who ran a dairy, and Jan Wyer fondly remembers growing up there in the ‘60s. Justin shows a picture of the little blonde Jan with a cow, and another photo of her on the stairs.

I spoke to Jan, who shared some of her fond memories. “I had a lovely childhood there. I made pets of all the animals, of course. Cows and bulls and all sorts of things.

“Kondaliilla Falls was my back yard. us kids would get a slice of bread and sausage and an adult would set up a little fire to cook our food on down there.

“So many memories come back! My brother would get up on the shed roof right beside the house, with a sheet he thought he was Superman. He would jump off, but he never broke anything!

“It was a beautiful place to live. The toilet was out back, which was a bit scary for a little girl. I had a swing underneath, and we had a wash house which was a good place for snakes.

“We had a carpet snake in the roof as well. And one day someone asked what was dripping? Nothing, it was a snake! Mum went and got the rifle and shot it! My poor brother had to get up and get it out.

“We had a wood stove. The first thing I wanted when I got married was a wood stove… everything tastes better. I feel so nostalgic, I’m going to have to get the photo albums out now!”

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Noisy Miners and female Satin Bowerbird at bird bath

KEEPING WILDLIFE During her days as an environmental scientist, HT writer Dale Jacobsen studied the birds of Toohey Forest at Griffith University. She also developed interpretive signage with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.

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T IS IN OuR nature to enjoy watching and interacting with animals. This is, after all, why we have pets. We like to care for them. To nurture them. Some well-meaning people extend this care and attention to the wildlife that visits their backyard, but wild animals are just that – wild.

They have not evolved alongside humans as pets.

In a well-balanced ecosystem hunters and prey alike vary with the seasons and the availability of food. In poor seasons, fewer young are reared; conversely, in good seasons, population surges.

By artificially providing food year round, native animals, particularly birds, lose this instinct and often it is the opportunistic species (eg rainbow lorikeets) that benefit.

And, no matter how much you might think you are providing what the birds need, there is the danger that they will suffer vitamin deficiencies.

A well-documented example is Lumpy Jaw that develops in kangaroos and wallabies when fed bread. Such soft food leads to inflammation of the jaw allowing bacteria to enter.

The animal is then unable to graze its natural food and

Wild inevitably dies from malnutrition.

There is also risk of spreading disease when different animals feed from the one source. A ranger from QPWS was called out to help a woman who feared something was wrong with ‘her’ birds as they didn’t have any feathers. When he arrived, he found very sickly, virtually bald, rainbow lorikeets picking grain from a heap of guano beneath the feeding table.

It is rewarding to observe birds and animals, including frogs and lizards, in the wild; to see a kookaburra dive into the earth and emerge with a worm. By providing a garden of plants native to the area, nest boxes, and water sources, you can watch without affecting the outcome and upsetting the natural balance.

Feeding native animals diminishes the feeling of seeing something in the wild. Keep it special.

Important points to remember: ● human food lacks essential nutrients ● animals become dependent, lose hunting ability ● disease easily spreads from common feeding point ● increased breeding results when there is abundant food ● animal behaviour is modified, often leading to aggression ● opportunists outbreed more timid species upsetting natural balance and ● feeding stations attract unwanted pests.

What you can do: ● plant species native to the area ● provide nesting boxes ● provide water sources and ● place a garden seat in the shade to enjoy watching.

More info and advice: https://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/ livingwith/feeding_native_animals.html

Wing It at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

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HIS JANuARy, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve has a great range of holiday activities called Wing It - see our holiday guide in this edition, plus there’s more coming up for adults...

January 31 Birds behaving badly: Living alongside birds in urban environments (3 - 4.30pm – Free) In rapidly urbanising environments, humans encroach ever increasingly into the habitats of native animals. But just how well do magpies, bush turkeys and people live alongside each other?

In this free public lecture well-known urban ecologist and badly behaved birds whisperer, Professor Darryl Jones, from Griffith university, shares some secrets for living more harmoniously with our avian neighbours.

February 21 In pursuit of the perfect photo: the adventures of a bird photographer (3-4.30pm – Free) Iconic and much-loved photographer, Steve Parish,

shares his amazing journey with all the ups and downs it entails in his pursuit for the perfect photo.

January - March Free weekly bird walks with members of the Sunshine Coast Birds Australia Chapter offered during Mary Cairncross Birds of a Feather season (December-March).

7.15am-9am. Stay for a special birders breakfast afterwards. Check Council’s What’s On for details.

April 18 Coxen's fig parrot: A bird that remains stubbornly out of the hand We know they are out there, yet the Coxen’s fig parrot is one of those species that remains stubbornly elusive and mysterious. There have been many sightings of them in our local area, yet no single confirmed sighting or indeed photograph even exists of this bird, which may indeed be one of the rarest birds on the planet.

Dr Ian Gynther, Senior Conservation Officer with the Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Threatened Species unit leads the fight to find and preserve this species. At 2-3.30pm, hear about recent

updates on sightings and learn about what to look for, where you might find these birds and what you can do to help join the fight for their existence.

Check Council’s What’s On page for booking details.

Search under the environment category. https://events.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/

Mapleton Medical Centre ESTABLISHED IN 1981. WE PROVIDE A FULL RANGE OF GENERAL PRACTICE CARE FOR PATIENTS OF ALL AGES.

Welcomes

Dr Tasneem Sultana to the practice • Dr Sultana, is now accepting new patients and comes to the practice with a good proven experience in general medicine, good communication skills and is easy to approach.

• Specialising in over all family medical care including the management of chronic and elderly clients.

• She has a special interest in women’s, children’s, men’s health and also mental health.

MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS AVAILABLE: Dr Ian Matthews | Dr Danny Cocks Dr Raewyn James | Dr Tasneem Sultana

5445 7177

Rainbow Lorikeet feeding on Golden Penda flowers

Images Eric Anderson

3/5 Obi Obi Rd MAPLETON MON - THU: 8.30am to 5pm FRIDAY: 8.30am to 4pm SATURDAY: 8.30am to 11am

WE ARE IN FOR A HOT SUMMER! LET’S KEEP OUR PETS SAFE & COOL • Cool water & shade available at all times.

• Exercise in the cooler times of the day • Is it necessary for you to take your pets in the car? – Don’t leave them in the car at all – take them in with you.

THE HEAT • If possible have them inside - high humidity MEANS makes panting less effective SNAKES & TICKS. BE • Appropriate grooming – brush out old hair & mats.

AWARE! • Provide cool surfaces to lie on – eg cool tiles in the shade, give them frozen treats or put ice in their drinking water.

• Be diligent about watching high risk pets – eg the very young, elderly, those with heart issues, tick affected or those who aren’t 100% healthy.

COMPASSIONATE CARE FOR YOUR PETS Mon-Tues-Thur-Fri: 8am - 6pm 7 Myrtle Street Maleny Wed: 9am - 5pm districtvet@bigpond.com Sat: 9am - 12pm 07 5499 9077

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eastonlawyers your local lawyers

Tove Easton

PRINCIPAL LAWYER

WHAT ARE YOUR

REFUND RIGHTS? Every now and then you might want to return a particular purchase to the store for a refund or exchange but you might be confused about your legal rights. Your confusion is undoubtedly increased when you see stores displaying signage stating that the store will not give a refund for certain items. Items where I have sometimes seen ‘no refund’ signs are on products such as sale items, swimwear, sunglasses, or opened products.

These signs are misleading. Although retailers do not have to exchange or refund perfect goods, they cannot contract out of their obligation to provide you with a refund if the goods or services that you purchased: • Have a fault that you could not have known about at the time of purchase; • Are not the same as the description provided by the salesperson or advertisement; • Do not match the sample you were shown at the time of purchase; and/or • Do not do the job as you were led to believe.

You are not entitled to a refund if you: • Simply change your mind or no longer want the goods; • Realise you can’t afford the goods; • Found the same item at a cheaper price elsewhere; • Chose the wrong size or colour; • Knew about the particular fault prior to purchase; and/or • Were responsible for causing the fault.

Tove is Easton Lawyers’ full time principal lawyer and also the Hinterland’s longest serving principal lawyer serving since January 2004. She specializes in all commercial law matters as well as wills and estates, leases, partnership and company matters. She has always had a policy of providing the first consultation free of charge. That gives clients peace of mind that they are not up for legal fees before they have even had advice on their questions.

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Have fun

these summer holidays!

Get Outdoors Find a playground: Kenilworth Town Park, Montville’s Russell Family Park, Pioneer Park in Landsborough, Mapleton Lilyponds Park - they are everywhere to enjoy!

Glasshouse Mountains, Mary Cairncross Park, Charlie Moreland Day use Area, Mapleton Falls, Kondalilla Falls, Gardner's Falls! Then there are rail trails, dams and lakes, creeks and waterholes. until that school bell rings on January 22, make the most of our natural playground.

January 3-18 Wing It! Little kids and big kids alike will have plenty of opportunities to explore our Sunshine Coast’s natural environment, get in touch with their creative side and learn from incredible artists this school holiday.

Children’s workshop series Wing It! will bring together local and visiting artists to set children’s imaginations soaring until January 18.

From weaving, carving, paint and print, to sound recording, sculpture and story, this holiday program has something to delight and inspire everyone.

The program will be hosted at the Sunshine Coast’s family-friendly conservation reserves, including the wellknown Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve in Maleny, and the treasured, yet tucked away, Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens in Tanawha.

Native plants and birds will be the creative catalyst for this workshop with participants creating both mosaics and ceramic wall plaques, while Michele Knightley’s exhibition Banksias and Beyond (January 3-5 at the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens) celebrates our wallum ecosystems, in particular the iconic Banksias.

For a truly unique experience, take part in our Sonic Explorers session on January 9 at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve and listen to the rainforest like you never have before.

This sonic tour takes children on a journey discovering the world of acoustic ecology: new technology plus science plus creativity.

Places are limited so visit Council’s ‘What’s On’ site and book your spot today.

Get reading and join the summer Reading Club you could win great prizes

January 3-31 Summer Reading Club It is not too late to join the annual reading marathon.

In mid-december they had 743 kids registered for the Summer Reading Club, 273 logs submitted and 1365 books read....and that was only week two!! It's going to be a big summer of reading.

It is really easy to be part of: Register online or at your local library branch; read five things (books, magazines, graphic novels) and record them in your reading log; submit your reading log online or take it back to the library for a chance to win great prize packs.

Once registered for the Summer Reading Club, you can hand in your reading logs to go in the draw to win one of four prize packs. With every reading log completed, you receive one entry into the prize pack of your choice. The more you read, the more entries you get!

Prizes include: Book prize pack - a voucher to your local bookstore and a bundle of awesome books; Game On prize pack - a toy store voucher to embrace your inner champion; LEGO® prize pack - a stack of bricks and things to help you become a Master Builder, and Superhero prize pack - Is it a bird? Is it a plane? This pack will unleash your inner superhero.

This year there are bonus prizes for the most books read throughout the Summer. Get reading, complete those logs and the bonus prize could be yours: Gold - $25 bookstore voucher; Silver - $15 bookstore voucher; Bronze - $10 bookstore voucher. Happy reading!

Hinterland Accommodation Directory Montville, Flaxton & Mapleton The Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat • 5478 5000 National & international award-winning 4.5 star hosted accommodation. Airport transfers.

Narrows Road; www.narrowsescape.com.au Montville Country Cabins • 5442 9484 396 Western Ave, Montville. Perfect for a relaxed & romantic escape. www.montvillecabins.com.au

January 4-18 Snakes, puppets and more at the library

local artist Miles Allen invites you to take a closer look at the forest floor and marvel at the majestic bower of the Satin Bowerbird at his natural sculpture workshop on January 18 at Mary Cairncross Reserve

“These programs are sure to be popular so book early to avoid disappointment.”

Bookings open for the January program at 9am on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. To view the full range of holiday activities, head to Council’s library website or call your local library on 5475 8989.

January 15-19 Dance Holiday Workshop Heartspace Performing Arts Centre will be holding a generous Holiday Workshop special of a $20 unlimited class pass.

January 15– 19 will see a plethora of classes for students to sample the classes on offer, including boys-only classes taught with a male teacher; Dance Acro accredited syllabus ‘Acrobatique’; cheerleading, ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop and more.

There is a range of classes to suit everyone from preschoolers, primary schoolers, high schoolers to adults. Call Kirsty on 0403 091 200 to book.

More dates for Wing It! and Library events in our What's On page!

Get outdoors like these climbers scaling the eastern side of Mount Tibrogargan, Glass House Mountains, 1935.

Courtesy Picture Sunshine Coast.

Colour treatment added.

From the 2018 Heritage Calendar.

Landholder Environment Grants Private rural landholders are invited to apply for a Landholder Environment Grant to assist with environmental works on their properties.

Apply for projects such as: • fencing to restrict stock access to significant areas of native vegetation, wetlands or waterways • installing off-stream stock watering points and stock crossings • revegetation of degraded areas, and to establish native vegetation corridors and buffers • reducing sediment loss on farms • controlling environmental weeds to rehabilitate native vegetation • modify fencing to make it more wildlife friendly.

Luxury English Manor In Flaxton – Flaxton Gardens • 5445 7450 A magnificent three storey manor with English style gardens, swimming pool, pool table and gazebo.

Sleeps 16 and is ideal for family getaways. Fully equipped for self-catering. Minimum 3 days stays.

Maleny Artisan Spa Views • 5494 4222 Bed & Breakfast suites & self-contained penthouse.

475 Maleny-Kenilworth Road, Witta, Maleny www.artisanspaviews.com.au Hotel Maleny • 5494 2013 Overnight classic pub style accommodation in the heart of town. Offering several types of rooms to suit your needs. Fully self contained luxurious 4 bedroom house which sleeps up to 12 people also available. www.malenyhotel.com.au Maleny Terrace Cottages • 5435 2569 Boutique accommodation, beautiful rainforest gardens, pool, wedding gazebo with views. Walk to The Terrace Seafood Restaurant. Perfect getaway for couples,1 night stays available. www.malenyterracecottages.com.au Maleny Tropical Retreat B&B • 5435 2113 540 Maleny-Montville Road. Offers something different from the traditional Bed & Breakfast accommodation. www.malenytropicalretreat.com Spicers Tamarind Retreat • 5420 5420 Wake up to the gentle sounds of the rainforest in one of the most romantic and unique places in Australia. www.spicerstamarindretreat.com

www.hinterlandtourism.com.au Mapleton Information Centre Maleny Information Centre Montville Information Centre -

5478 6381 5499 9033 5478 5544

Priority will be given to projects with high ecological value and that have good landowner co-contribution.

Visit council’s website for guidelines and to submit an expression of interest (EOI) online.

Expressions of interest close midnight Monday 26 February 2018.

Note: An EOI must be submitted if you wish to apply for a grant.

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Children can immerse themselves in the world of sport, games and fun over the summer break with a huge range of free activities at Sunshine Coast Council’s libraries. young tech geeks can become a robot master and learn how to battle EZ robots or outsmart and outplay their friends in a game of Pacman using Ozobots.

There will also be an opportunity to meet Kevin, Sunshine Coast Libraries humanoid NaoBot, and if you are old enough you can even learn how to code him. younger children can learn to code with Robot Mice.

For those who enjoy games, there will be life-size board games to challenge your friends (and parents), word games, puzzle finds and colour-ins, or come in and take part in the Game On scavenger hunt.

Community Portfolio Councillor, Jenny McKay, said there was something for kids of all ages at Council’s libraries these summer holidays.

“Our libraries have created another exciting holiday program which will definitely interest kids across the Coast,” Cr McKay said.

“They will be entertained by Fuzzy Furry Friends puppet show or they can meet and learn all about snakes from Julia Baker from Animal Planet’s Snake Boss television series.

“We encourage families to take advantage of these free and fun-filled activities to entertain the children throughout the coming holidays.

Secrets on the Lake • 5478 5888 Luxurious treehouse accommodation with spectacular views of Lake Baroon. Fireplaces, relaxing double spas, spoil someone special- perfect for your romantic getaway.

Narrows Road, Montville. www.secretsonthelake.com.au

www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants 07 5420 8616

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Sunshine Coast Hinterland

FOOD DRINK DINE

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COME TO THE

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NE OF QuEENSLAND’S most iconic events, the Ginger Flower and Food Festival will return to The Ginger Factory for its 22nd year in January 2018. The festival promises to delight the senses, with three spectacular days of food, flowers and entertainment celebrating the best of the Sunshine Coast region and the 75-year history of Buderim Ginger.

From Friday 19 to Sunday 21 January 2018, the Ginger Factory will burst with colour, showcasing an exquisite range of ornamental gingers and heliconia’s, which thrive in the Sunshine Coast’s sub-tropical conditions. A stunning array of over 3000 plants will be available for sale to festival goers.

Lifestyle and foodie presentations, as well as cooking demonstrations from renowned chefs will run across the three days. Sampling of Buderim Ginger’s new ginger beer ranges will be available, including new flavours and their latest alcoholic tipples.

The event is a must-do for foodies, green thumbs, ginger beer lovers or those wanting to soak up the festival vibes in one of Australia’s most enviable climates.

The festival will pay a special homage to the long Australian history of Buderim Ginger. Today’s booming business started off as a small farming community and ginger growers’ cooperative, expanding over time to one of the world’s largest suppliers of ginger products and beverages.

The 2018 Ginger Flower & Food Festival is a free all-weather event that all ages will enjoy!

Keeping it Country!

DECK BISTRO BEER GARDEN

Happy

AUSTRALIA DAY

Enjoy a great family fun day Enj in the Beer Garden

‘LEICHHARDTS’

LIVE MUSIC | BBQ FACE PAINTING JUMPING CASTLE LUCKY DIPS | FUN | GAMES

Accommodation on the Banks of Obi Obi Creek

Bring the whole family from 12 noon to 5:00pm

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COURTESY BUS EVERDAY

Available for groups up to 12 persons

Pending available driver

TRIVIA

18THJAN 6:30PM

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Sunshine Coast Hinterland

FOOD DRINK DINE

&

Foodies

Three events in February 1

Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival

Spicers Tamarind Retreat in Maleny is hosting the first ever Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival on Sunday February 11, 2018.

Featuring food from award-winning restaurant, The Tamarind, guests will indulge in a cross- border Asian food journey amongst the lush rainforest surrounds of the retreat.

Tickets include six mouth-watering Asian dishes form Head Chef, Dan Jarrett, served with three matching beverages, for $99. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the day.

Visit the Spicer’s website to find out more!

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2018 Flame Hill annual grape ‘Stomp’

Tickets for our ever-popular annual grapecrushing festival, Stomp, are now on sale! Join in Saturday February 24, for a fantastic day amongst the vines, featuring live entertainment, wine tasting and cuisine by Flame Hill Vineyard’s award-winning Chef, Frank Jasinski.

Stomp is the perfect day out for friends and family, including an al-fresco-style or Muscat Cellar lunch, with farm-grown produce and estate-grown wine, overlooking the sea and vines.

Tickets are $65 and include entry, entertainment, a wine glass, three complimentary wine tastings and a main meal for each ticket holder. Admission 18 years and over. http://www.flamehill.com.au/stomp/

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Valentine's Day

Waterfalls, creeks and swimming holes in secluded forests and trails. Wineries, foodie trails, galleries galore… what makes the Hinterland so special to couples?

Well, in addition to the stunning nature and sumptuous food, there is a vast range of blissful accommodation to choose from, amongst rainforest walks, nestled beside lakes, overlooking the sweeping horizon to the ocean, or hidden in the rolling hills.

Spend the day exploring together, pack a picnic using local produce from the markets and delicatessans, or savour a delicious meal from one of the many restaurants listed in our Food Drink Dine guide.

Book your partner and yourself for some couple time today!

Delicious offerings on February 11

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Sunshine Coast Hinterland

FOOD DRINK DINE a Comprehensive guide to eating out

&

Indulge Your Senses

MALENY

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Daawat Indian Restaurant Address Phone Web OPEN

4/45 Maple Street MALENY 07 5435 2461 dawaatindianmaleny.com.au 7 days: 11.00am – 2.00pm 4.00pm – 9.00pm

To Imbil & Gympie To Eumundi & Noosa

Regardless of whether it is fine dining or a casual café you can be sure that unique culinary experience awaits. The Hinterland Times Food, Drink and Dine Guide introduces visitors and reminds locals about the delicious dining options on the range.

Spoilt with local fresh produce, stunning views and village atmospheres, be tempted to explore our food haven.

Bon Appetit.

Indulgent Flavours of India. Dine In & Takeaway. BYO. Air-conditioned. Birthday Parties, Corporate Bookings & Catering for your functions. Best Butter Chicken around!

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Cappriccio’s Italian Restaurant Address Phone Web OPEN

Riverside Centre MALENY 07 5499 9444 cappricciospizzas.com.au Tue to Sun: 4.00pm – 10.00pm Lunch Sat & Sun: from 11.30am

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Licensed & B.Y.O. Live entertainment every friday! Delicious traditional Italian food. Dine in, takeaway or home delivery. Prices to please. Huge menu. Overlooking the Obi Obi River.

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Maleny Food Co.

The Orangery Maleny

The Terrace Seafood Restaurant

Indian Palace

Address Phone Web OPEN

Address 10 Mountain View Road, Mary Cairncross corner MALENY Phone 07 5435 2545 Web theorangerymaleny.com.au OPEN Mon - Fri from 9am Sat/Sun from 8am Imagine sipping champagne with a leisurely meal or afternoon tea on our long verandas, gazing at the glorious Sunshine Coastline. Breakfast, light meals to a la carte, tapas, weddings, functions, high teas.

A wide range of freshly baked gluten free goodies.

Address Cnr Maleny-Landsborough Rd & Mountain View Rd MALENY Phone 07 5494 3700 Web terraceofmaleny.com.au OPEN Open 7 days. Lunch: from 12pm, Dinner options from 5.30pm An award winning restaurant with expansive coastal views, specialising in seafood platters using ocean fresh Mooloolaba seafood & locally sourced produce.

A special occasion’s destination offering a la carte, fine dining, functions & Christmas parties.

FULLY LICENSED BYO Wine only, (No Corkage).

Dine in, Take Away, Delivery, Fully Air Conditioned. Now serving Chinese & Thai too.

37 Maple Street MALENY 07 5494 2860 malenyfoodco.com Mon - Frid: 8.30am - 5pm Weekends: 8am - 4pm

Award winning artisan gelato & sorbet made in Maleny. Deli style dining in our café, gourmet cheeses & cured meats in our walk in fromagerie.

WITTA

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Hotel Maleny

Concept Coffee

Address 6 Bunya Street MALENY Phone 07 5494 2013 Web malenyhotel.com.au OPEN Lunch: Mon - Fri 11.30am – 2.30pm Dinner: Mon - Fri from 5.30pm Sat & Sun: all day dining from 11.30am

Quality dining in a relaxed atmosphere.

Daily specials. Bar, Bistro, Functions & Accom.

Liquour Legends. Member discounts. Courtesy bus available.

Address Shop 6 Riverside Centre 2 Maple St MALENY Phone 07 5370 2906 Web facebook.com/ConceptCoffeeMaleny OPEN Mon - Fri: 7.00am - 4.00pm Sat - 7.00am - 12.00pm, Sun Closed Internet Café. Healthy breakfast options, gf & refined sugar free cakes, wholesome snacks and raw treats. Locally roasted vintage coffee & a variety of beverages on offer. Relax over looking the Obi Obi creek or grab something on the run.

Address Phone Web OPEN

1 Koorawatha Lane PALMWOODS 07 5445 9882 indianpalaceeumundi.com.au Mon to Sun: 4.30pm – 8.30pm

MONTVILLE

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Licensed Cafe and functions Address Phone Web OPEN

466 Maleny Kenilworth Road WITTA 07 5494 4411 wittageneralstore.com 7 days: 6.30am - 8:00pm

Serving all day breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, lunch, sunset drinks and dinner. $15 light meals available all day.

Secrets on the Lake Café & Gallery Address Phone Web OPEN

207 Narrows Rd MONTVILLE 07 5478 5888 secretscafemontville.com.au Tue to Sun: 8.30am – 4.00pm

Enjoy breakfast, lazy lunches, great coffee & homemade cakes on Secrets Deck with stunning views over Lake Baroon. Groups welcome, why not spoil yourself & book for a gorgeous High Tea. Gallery and accomodation on site.

NAMBOUR

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5 Lumbini Nepalese Restaurant

Spicers Tamarind

Address Phone Web OPEN

Address Phone Web OPEN

11 Coral Street MALENY 07 5435 2912 lumbini.com.au Lunch: 11.00am – 3.00pm Dinner: 5.00pm – late

Open 7 days . “A high altitude food served with great attitude” come and try our momo, crispy duck & tantalizing lamb shank in curry sauce & many more. Variteis of vegetarian & gluten free option available.

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88 Obi Lane South MALENY 07 5420 5420 spicerstamarindretreat.com Breakfast: 7 days 7.30am - 10am Lunch: Fri to Sun from 12pm Dinner: Tue to Sun from 5pm Gourmet Breakfast, A la Carte modern Thai & Asian Cuisine, Jazz in the Forest 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month. Cooking Classes available Saturdays.

Be inspired with a choice of Italian, French or Thai.

Bookings essential.

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14 Montville Gourmet Pizzeria

Address 16/18 Queen St NAMBOUR Phone 07 5441 3510 OPEN Mon to Fri: 8.00am – 3.30pm Sat: 8.00am – 2.00pm

Address Phone Web OPEN

202 Main Street MONTVILLE 07 5442 9505 montvillegourmetpizzeria.com Sun - Thurs: 10.00am – 8.00pm Fri & Sat: 10.00am – 10.00pm

Entirely Gluten free & Grain free Café offering all day breakfast & seasonal lunch menu. Cakes & other treats all baked on site daily. Tim Adams Coffee.

Gourmet Pizza, Pasta & Salads.

Open for lunch & dinner, 7 days.

Dine in or takeaway. Licensed & BYO.

COFFEE

6 Riverside Centre, Maleny Phone (07) 5370 2906 www.concept.coffee facebook.com/ConceptCoffeeMaleny HINTERLAND TIMES – JANUARY 2018

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The Edge Restaurant

Flame Hill Vineyard

Mayfield Patisserie & Chocolates

Flaxton Barn

Address Phone Web OPEN

Address 249 Western Ave MONTVILLE Phone 07 5478 5920 Web flamehill.com.au OPEN 7 Days: 10.30am - 5.30pm

Sunday Brunch: 10.00am - 12.00pm

Address 127 Main Street MONTVILLE

Address Phone Web OPEN

127-133 Main St MONTVILLE 07 5442 9344 mayfieldonmontville.com.au Mon to Sun: 8.30am – 4.00pm

Savour our delicious modern cuisine on the deck overlooking stunning views. The perfect location to enjoy a champagne breakfast, leisurely lunch, or coffee & cake. Licensed.

Ethically & sustainably produced from our vineyards & farms, guaranteeing patrons an experience of paramount quality at this magnificent location featuring breathtaking ocean views and mountain vistas.

Phone

07 5478 5999

OPEN

Daily: 9.30am – 4.00pm

Quality handmade Chocolates & Patisseries, great Coffee & one of the best views around.

Celebration cakes made to order.

445 Flaxton Drive FLAXTON 07 5445 7321 flaxtonbarn.com.au Thur to Tues: 9.00am – 5.00pm

Getting together with friends this month?

Pre Christmas Gatherings, book your lunch on the Deck at Flaxton Barn. With garden & range views, relaxing & private the deck seats up to 35 people. Special Festive Season menu starts 1 December.

MAPLETON

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Elements at Montville 38 Kondalilla Rd MONTVILLE 07 5478 6212 elementsmontville.com.au Wed to Mon: 8.00am – 4.00pm

Fabulous teahouse, interiors & gift store overlooking the Kondalilla falls. Delish breakfast. Light lunches. Home baked goodies.

Limited seating. Small functions welcome.

Bridal & Baby Showers a must.

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Montville Café Bar Grill

Fishtales Café

Le Relais Bressan

Address Phone Web OPEN

Address Phone OPEN

Address Phone OPEN

126 Main Street MONTVILLE 07 5478 5535 montvillepub.com.au Everyday: 10.00am - 10.00pm

Drop into Mapleton for delicious Fish and Chips. Freshly prepared to order, we offer fish & chips and burgers, in a relaxed café setting overlooking the Lilyponds park. Lunch and Dinner, BYO, dine in or take away.

Great food at pub prices. Dine in our ambient restaurant or enjoy your meal in the beautifully landscaped beer garden. Phone to use our FREE courtesy bus pickup & drop off service.

Live music Fri night, Sat and Sun 12-4pm

February is LOVE month at...

OUR SPECI A L

11 Obi Obi Rd MAPLETON 07 5478 6248 Thurs - Mon: 11:30am - 7:30pm

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$29 2 Course Set Menu $35 3 Course Set Menu $25 Last Friday of each month Special meal & dessert (dinner only) Express Lunch Menu available (Dine in)

344 Flaxton Drive FLAXTON 07 5445 7157 Lunch: Wed to Mon Dinner: Wed to Sun Closed: Mon night & all Tue

French Dinning at its best. A la carte lunch and dinner. House Special 2 course set menu $29, 3 course set menu for $35. NEW express lunch menu (dine in) available.

ASIAN FOOD

festival SUNDAY 11 FEBRUA RY, 2018 Join us for our inaugural Asian Food Festival at

LOVE MONTH MENU FEB 2/3 course $49/59 per head

Spicers Tamarind Retreat.

Featuring food stalls and demonstrations from

VALENTINES MENU

The Tamarind chefs, plus live entertainment all

FEB 14th 3 course $60 per head. Bookings essential.

Bookings of 6 or more receive a free bottle of house wine/champers

LOVE MONTH MIDWEEK DEAL

Any min. 3 night luxury midweek stay in FEB only $320/night for couples, including hot croissants/ muffins delivered to your door. (excludes champagne breakfast basket)

Contact 5478 5888 | info@secretsonthelake.com.au To arrange a cafe or accommodation booking & spoil yourselves...Get in early to avoid disappointment!

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afternoon, your ticket includes six courses and three matched beverages.

NOW OPEN

FRENCH DRY PANTRY

Le Relais Bressan A LA CARTE LUNCH AND DINNER

5445 7157

RESERVE YOUR TABLE TODAY! OPEN LUNCH: WED - MON │ DINNER: WED - SUN CLOSED MON NIGHT & ALL TUESDAY 344 FLAXTON DRIVE, FLAXTON

Bring a picnic blanket and relax in the forest while enjoying the amazing tastes of Asia!

Tickets $99pp.

For information call 1300 311 429 or visit spicersretreats.com/events

We are y a d i l o h a hot spot M

ALENy IS RISING in popularity among travellers, with bookings to the destination having grown by 66.1 percent in the last two years, through the world’s largest platform for hotel bookings by volume.

Identified as a travel hot spot based through an analysis of bookings on hotel price comparison platform HotelsCombined.com.au, they describe a hot spot as being any travel destination that has seen at least 20-30 percent growth between January-June 2016 and again in JanuaryJune 2017 (to account for high and low season).

As a result, Maleny is outpacing the growth seen in the more coastal parts of the Sunshine Coast: Alexandra Headland had 26 percent growth across the period, Caloundra had 17.2 percent growth, while Mooloolaba experienced growth of 6 percent.

The growth further north of the popular Sunshine Coast district was no match for Maleny either, with Coolum Beach experiencing 27.5 percent growth and Noosa Heads seeing 13.4 percent growth.

Maleny Terrace Cottages Manager, Alison Neale, said that it was great news, "Bookings have been steadily growing since our refurbishment and reopening in March.

"Our weekends are really busy, and it depends on what events are in town."

As well as the wedding market, they offer accommodation and dinner packages with Terrace Seafood Restaurant to build their mid-week bookings.

"We have three restaurants in walking distance - there's also the Thai restaurant, andThe Orangery opens for breakfast and lunch as well."

They make the most of our location and send people to Mary Cairncross Reserve for a walk. "It's such a beautiful spot - they can overlook the Glasshouse Mountains, and Gardners Falls is just down the road."

Mark Skinner from Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat also makes the most of our beautiful destination, " The Hinterland has a huge appeal to international tourists because they are looking for nature-based experiences, having the rainforest here and wildlife and beautiful scenery is a drawcard."

Mark says business is continually increasing for them in Montville as well, "A broader catchment of customers are coming to us. It is the European, interstate and not just the Brisbane drive market, which traditionally has been the market for the area. "you can go to any travel agent in the uK, Switzerland and France and you'll see that Montville will be represented.

"The way people book travel is changing, more and more people are booking online as opposed to travel agents - the fact we're brochured in those travel agents is also raising awareness so people will find us."

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He says that Visit Sunshine Coast have greatly assisted in raising the awareness of the area as well, through direct marketing and industry development.

"They are providing an International Ready workshop on February 15 and the understanding Asia workshop on April 24 in Montville. We'd like to get as many operators to it as possible and amplify that message further."

Data from Tourism and Events Queensland shows that in the year ending June 2017, overnight domestic visitors to the Sunshine Coast region grew by 4.9 percent.

Judging by the amount of papers we supply and resupply Maleny Visitor Information Centre, the Hinterland is a hot spot for travellers - volunteer Brunton said HT had everything tourists needed to know - accommodation, where to eat, galleries, things to do, events and more!

Intrastate visitors account for 74 percent of total domestic tourist numbers (mainly from Brisbane), while interstate visitors grew by 13.9 percent.

More information: www.malenyterracecottages.com.au/ www.narrowsescape.com.au http://www.visitsunshinecoast.com/Corporate/Resources/Training-and-workshops

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What are you up to on

Australia Day?

As well as the Aussie Day Expo at Maleny Showgrounds and a film festival, the Hinterland has other options to mark the day...

A Remembrance Ceremony on Australia Day in Maleny Montville Village Association host breakfast program

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HE MONTVILLE VILLAGE Association is hosting an Australia Day Breakfast Program on January 26, 2018. From 7-8am breakfast is served, with The Simpson Brothers Band and the Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club present.

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MVA President, Deb Davis.

This will be followed by speeches and the Mapleton Choir, with the flag raising ceremony at 8.40am by Andrew Walter and Montville State School 2016 School Captains.

The Citizenship Awards are presented at 8.45am and the ceremony closes, with thanks, just after 9am.

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HERE WILL BE a Remembrance Ceremony, during which a minute's silence will be observed, to remember the Indigenous people of this continent, and its islands, who lost their lives in the changing possession of this land that began on January 26, 1788.

Anyone is welcome to attend the Remembrance Ceremony, to be held from 10- 11am, on Friday, January 26, 2018, in the RSL Maleny Memorial Hall at 1 Bunya Street, Maleny.

Some 180 years ago, the following statement was issued in 1837 in the Report of the Select Committee of the House of Commons on Aborigines (British

Settlements).

‘Their land has been taken from them without the assertion of any other title than that of superior force...they have an incontrovertible right to their own soil, a plain and sacred right which seems not to have been understood.’

This Remembrance Ceremony in 2018 gives an opportunity to remember and honour those who died in seeking to defend and hold their homeland.

For more information contact: Dr Ray Barraclough tel: 5437 2381 mobile: 0451 049 516 email: raybarraclough@icloud.com

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ANT A TON OF good oldfashioned fun and games on Australia Day with your family? Then come on down to the Maleny Showgrounds! It’s going to be all about family activities, brought to you by 50 of the Hinterland’s wonderful community organisations.

Kicking off at 7am, grab a famous Big Apex Breakfast, and hear the Maleny Singers welcome our newest Australian citizens at the Flag Raising Ceremony.

Then it’s onto the Dave Hankinson Oval for the Aussie Day Expo – to check out all the Aussie Day stalls, and play games like we used to from 8.30am until midday.

Screens be gone!

The Maleny Contract Bridge Club

Hay bale jumping

BRIDGE SESSIONS: Maleny RSL Hall Monday & Thursday: 12.30pm Tuesday: 6.30pm SUPERVISED PLAY SESSIONS: Wed 9.30am

Sack races

BRIDGE CLASSES COMMENCING Thursday January 11, 2018 9.30am-11.30am, for 10 weeks Maleny RSL Hall | Cost $30

CONTACT Jean Coffey 0488 182 504 www.malenybridgeclub.com.au

San Training Centre Martial Arts & Group Fitness

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Kids of all ages can play, with under 12s and 12-andover age groups catered for with:

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Billy cart races Obstacle race Sack races Wheelbarrow race Gum boot throwing Aussie thong relay - teams of four Tug of war - teams of eight Flat races

Win fantastic value family prizes in the Expo Passport Draw by collecting a stamp on your passport from each display. Every visitor receives an Expo Passport so that they can enter.

The macaws from the Maleny Botanic Gardens will be there, and toes will be tapping to the Pioneer ukulele Group. Best of all, entry is free to the Aussie Day Expo!

Not only are there fun things to do and see, but heaps of displays from the Hinterland's many and varied community groups will make this a wonderful morning out.

Not up for all this activity? Then take a leisurely stroll around the stalls and find out all about what makes our vibrant Hinterland community tick.

The Aussie Day Expo provides an opportunity for families to hang out together and find out how easy it can be to join any sport, recreation or service club to get the most out of your valuable leisure time.

Prizes in the Expo Passport Draw Above and Beyond Travel Riverside Centre $100 voucher Maleny Botanical Gardens Two family full tour vouchers Maleny Dairies - Two farm and factory tour vouchers Maleny IGA - five $50 IGA vouchers Maleny Optical - “Maui Jim” gift pack Pomodoras on Obi - $100 voucher

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Get FIT & Have

FUN in 2018

JOIN A FUN ACTIVE LOCAL FOOTBALL GROUP. Maleny Rangers Football Club have juniors & seniors, women’s & men’s team that you could be part of in a family friendly environment. We are looking for more players to join our club to continue our success in 2018. Training starts at the end of January so get in the game for a great 2018 season.

C We had an awesome 2017 season with 4 of our Maleny Rangerss FFC teams making it into the championship rounds & with the Men’s n’ss team and U14’s taking back to back victories!

Kids Under 6 Get your littlies out for fun and exercise as they develop their co-ordination and enjoy playing with their mates. We run small sided teams that make learning new skills fun and encourage participation over results at this level.

Kids Under 7-19 Our 7 – 11 year age groups learn game rules and focus on activity and teamwork. 12-19 year age groups introduce the ladder scoring system with a more competitive edge to the game. Players challenge themselves further and compete with their team more keenly.

Our U14 Girl’s, U13 Boy’s and U14 Boy’s teams all made it to the finals round this season with the U14 Boy’s taking out the championship!

We had an excellent U12’s and U14’s all girls competitive teams in last year’s season coached by Brianna , these teams just keep getting stronger and stronger!

Football is not just for the young! Maleny Rangers Football club have a women’s and men’s team and you could be part of it!

Women’s & Men’s WOMEN’S TEAM This year will be our 11th season for the Women’s team which finished with the team placing 3rd on the ladder in 2014.

Maleny Rangers Club member Anna-Mette was new to Maleny and started playing for Women’s team in 2008, “It was a great way to meet new friends and be a part of a game that is highly skilled, thrives on great team work and builds your fitness levels” said Anne-Mette.

MEN’S AND OVER 35s TEAM

Maleny Rangers Men’s team won their first ever championship in 2016 and backed it up by winning again in 2017! They are looking for new committed players in Div 3 , Div 4 and the over 35’s for the upcoming season.

So if you are keen to play football with a great bunch of guys please contact the clubs senior coaching director: SCOTT WHITAKER ON 0404 100 358.

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SIGN ON AVAILABLE ONLINE FROM 3 JAN 18 DATE

Sign on Information Day SAT 3 FEB 2018 WHERE Norris House, Maleny Showgrounds TIME 9am - 12pm

CONTACT Mark Ramke 0410 566 459 malenyrangersfc@gmail.com www.malenyrangerssoccer.com

MALENY RANGERS CLUB PRESIDENT & TEAM PLAYER MARK RAMKE STARTED IN THE CLUB IN 2013...

“Anyone of all abilities are welcome, I hadn’t played for 18 years, it’s a great opportunity to get yourself in fit condition for the year ahead, we play in a friendly family environment so anyone interested in football should come along” said Mark.

Artists of the Month

Bruce Buchanan

Montville art Gallery January 2018

Take a trail of poetry

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AuNCHED AT Pattemore House, Maleny, last month, by Cr. Jenny McKay, the Poetry Trail is open.

A morning tea, prepared by The Orangery, Maleny, was praised by everyone attending for the wonderful variety of delicacies, perfect for the celebration. The organisation of the tea was by the Friends of Pattemore House ladies, who did a marvellous job.

The poets, Judith Bandidt, Lyn Browne and Deanne Lister, spoke a few words about how the project came into being, and thanked their long-suffering husbands for their help and amazing patience over a long period.

MP Andrew Powell also attended, and special guests from the area included Val Carberry, a Pattemore family descendant, and her husband Vince.

Guests later took a walk to view the sculptures by Wayne Markwort, who talked about his designs. They were able to listen to the poetry produced with the aid of QR codes beside the sculptures. A very innovative piece of work.

The book of the Hinterland Poetry Trail was launched during the morning tea. As well as poetry, this coffee-table book is illustrated partly by David Peart, the photographer, including the sensational cover picture taken beneath a huge fig tree in the forest.

Details of the poets and artists appear in its pages, and stories of the POETICATS, adventurous cats who love poetry, are there for any young-at-heart readers.

The sites at Montville Russell Family Park and Kenilworth's Little yabba Creek, also had special celebrations to launch the Poetry Trail, with guests viewing the artwork by Wayne Smith at Montville and Barry Smith at Little yabba Creek, and the poets reading their work.

Book Bites with Anne Brown of

30 Maple Street, Maleny

Phone 5435 2134

Above: Judith Bandidt, Deanne Lister and Lyn Browne celebrate the opening of the Hinterland Poetry Trail in Maleny Top: You'll find poetry-inscribed artwork of a fig's buttress root by Barry Smith at Little Yabba Creek, south of Kenilworth

These events were the final celebrations for the 50th Anniversary of the Naming of the Sunshine Coast.

The Trail will be open 24/7 to the public, and maps and brochures are available at each site.

Bruce Buchanan, the well-known watercolour artist, will make a special appearance in the Gallery on Saturday 13 January between 11.00am and 2.00pm.

Bruce will be chatting about his works and inspirations, and we will have a special display of his recent paintings in the gallery for the month of January.

Bruce is a realist landscape painter, whose work focuses on natural and man-made landscapes, and often a combination of both. Having been an architect for most of his working life, he is naturally attracted to the structure, form, perspective, scale and details of buildings, and the incredible technical detail in his paintings reflect this.

Bruce is unlikely to paint iconic landmarks, preferring modest workaday buildings that can be seen in a different light. Industrial buildings, sheds, grain silos and structures also feature, often for their sculptural qualities which often turn into studies of form and shadow. Subtle details tell a compelling story – a reflective window, an open door, an old disused sign.

Bruce also has a keen interest in our coast, and recent works have captured the mood of storms and overcast days along ocean beaches, and the tranquil settings of boats in their moorings.

Bruce has held numerous solo and group exhibitions in Australia, and his work is represented in many public and private collections. He was born in Brisbane and still lives in South East Queensland.

Images of Bruce’s watercolours can also be seen on our website, please contact us if you wish to view or have an artwork held for you.

www.montvilleartgallery.com.au

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The Wolf, the Duck and the Mouse

Basics to Brilliance

A Long Way From Home

By Donna Hay

by Peter Carey

written by Mac Barrett Illustrated by Jon Klassen

Finally!

The fantastic Donna Hay has produced a cook book for kids!

And it’s wonderful!

Basics to Brilliance Kids is exactly as the title suggests — basic recipes that make brilliant feasts that you can create with your children. Or that they can create themselves.

Each recipe is delivered simply, with step-by-step instructions, helpful notes and tips to help you and your children on your way.

Basics to Brilliance Kids is a recipe book for the keeping.

Irene Bobs loves fast driving. Her husband is the best car salesman in rural south eastern Australia. Together with Willie, their lanky navigator, they embark upon the Redex Trial, a brutal race around the continent, over roads no car will ever quite survive.

A Long Way from Home is Peter Carey's late style masterpiece; a thrilling high speed story that starts in one way, then takes you to another place altogether. Set in the 1950s in the embers of the British Empire, painting a picture of Queen and subject, black, white and those in-between, this brilliantly vivid novel illustrates how the possession of an ancient culture spirals through history and the love made and hurt caused along the way.

Fast-paced, completely engaging and full of trademark Carey eccentrics, A Long Way from Home is a fantastic read that you will not be able to put down once you have picked it up.

This is a story about a mouse and a duck who get swallowed by a wolf.

When a woeful mouse is swallowed by a wolf, he quickly learns he is not alone: a duck has already set himself up, and, boy, has that duck got it worked out!

Turns out it’s pretty nice in there, with delicious food and elegant table settings, courtesy of the wolf’s untamed gluttony. And, the duck quickly explains to the mouse, there’s something even better: no more fear of being eaten by a wolf! In fact, life is pretty good, until a hunter shows up. . . .

With a nod to traditional fables, a wink to the reader, Klassen’s signature palette and the heightened action propelled by Barnett’s narrative all meld together to make this story the delight that it is. A howl!

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Mary Cairncross Park

Showcasing carved Red Cedar sculptures, furniture and doors created by renowned timber artist, Jack Wilms.

Our gallery is open to the public most weekends.

We are located in the beautiful Obi Valley, half way between Mapleton & Kenilworth.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

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THERE IS SOMETHING ABOUT THE SUNSHINE COAST HINTERLAND THAT SEEMS TO INSPIRE PEOPLE Whether it’s the climate, the sweeping views, the atmospheric ‘villages’ dotted about or the people – this is a special, creative place. Artistic talent can be seen virtually everywhere you look. From ‘Strangler Cairn,’ Andy Goldsworthy’s huge egg sculpture in Conondale National Park, to the wealth of art galleries, local markets and viewings in artists’ personal studios. To help you on your journey of artistic discovery, the hinterland has its own Gallery Trail.

Enjoy contemporary art, antiques, photography, sculpture, glass art, quilting, papermaking, jewellery, Aboriginal art, pottery, wood craft, watercolours and oils...the list goes on. There is something for everyone, whatever your taste or budget. If you would like to see pieces by nationally and internationally recognised artists, whilst also savouring the work of local talented artists, this could be the perfect answer. It has been said that the hinterland is the Soul of the Sunshine Coast - once you take the Gallery Trail, you will probably agree.

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This gallery is worth a visit just to see the creative work on display, but it makes a point of drawing attention to the values, attitudes, beliefs and cultural background of the artists involved.

11 Hinterland Treasures 4 Emu Walk MAPLETON Ph: 0427 457 773 OPEN Thur - Sun: 9:00 - 3:00

Vintage collectables and treasures lovingly curated- vintage homewares, decor items, greenery & gifts, one off items with history.

Visit our new showcase Mapleton Makers Market pop-up shops with work by local artisans & craftspeople from mid January.

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3 Illume Creations Shop 4 Mayfield 127-133 Main Street MONTVILLE Ph: 5478 5440 illumecreations.com.au

Come and escape to the lush hills and breathe in the fresh energy of Tina Cooper’s vibrant hand blown glass art!

Montville Art Gallery

Illume Creations has the largest, most extensive range of this Montville hot glass artist’s work.

138 Main Street MONTVILLE Ph: 5442 9211 montvilleartgallery.com.au

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Water Wheel 180 Main Street MONTVILLE Ph: 5478 5771 laurishajewellery.com.au

Located at the iconic water wheel in Montville, Laurisha Jewellery showcases extraordinary designs by owner / jeweller Ishkhan Kojayan as well as local jewellery artisans and jewellers from around Australia.

Shop1, 1 Post Office Road MAPLETON

Choose from our extensive range from our Wonderful Wall of Washi which is a sight to behold, plus discover exquisite work by local artists, handcrafted jewellery, cards, soaps and more.

Ph: 0419 775 728 OPEN Hours for DECEMBER Thurs - Sun: 10:00 - 3:30

9 Secrets on the Lake Art Gallery 207 Narrows Road MONTVILLE Ph: 5478 5888 secretsonthelake.com.au OPEN Tue - Sun: 9:00 - 4:00

OPEN 7 Days: 10:00 - 4:00

Chiyogami Designs

Specialising in Japanese origami papers and AMAZING washi tape.

chiyogamidesigns.com

OPEN Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 5:00

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Gallery manager, Lisa Powell ensures there is a constantly changing exhibition of paintings and sculpture by established and emerging Australian artists, many of whom live and work in South East Queensland.

Personally selected local artists and artisans exhibit in a unique art space which is a work of art in itself. Enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch in our café then browse the gallery, featuring Lindsay Muir, Siggi Cairns, Heather Jones, Peta Boyce, and more.

Australis of Montville Antiques 162 Main Street MONTVILLE Ph: 5442 9400 OPEN Wed - Mon: 10:00 - 3:45

Holden’s Gallery 38b Coral Street

(Corner Coral & Myrtle Streets)

MALENY Ph: 5494 2100 holdensgallery.com.au OPEN Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 4:00 Sat: 10:00 - 1:00

Also, unusual handmade gifts, jewellery, art, prints & tasteful home decor items.

And, an in-house picture framing service provided by experienced professionals.

Maleny Showcase Jewellers Shop 4 Riverside Centre Maple St. MALENY Ph: 5494 3477 malenyjewellers.com.au OPEN Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 5:00 Sat: 9:00 - 1:00

info@artsconnectinc. com.au artsconnectinc.com.au

Feature Artist is ceramicist Belinda Stanton whose work centres on the idea of living with a sense of internal well-being and harmony.

SCULPTURE ON THE EDGE A contemporary 3D exhibition held at Spicers Tamarind Retreat.

Montville Art Gallery Artist of the Month: Bruce Buchanan.

Meet Bruce 11am to 2pm January 13.

For more information about Galleries on the Hinterland go to: www.hinterlandtimes.com.au and open the Sunshine Coast Gallery Trail Booklet

Celebrating a strong 17 years in business, we specialise in highquality handcrafted jewellery. Offering a full range of jewellery services including redesign, repair and valuation. View our large range of handmade individual pieces and receive the service you should.

HINTERLAND TREASURES MAPLETON

Reflection Gallery Ron Potter will present reflections on his faith experience, in both poetry and paint. Until January 31.

OPEN STUDIO TRAILS On the last weekend of every month, artists open their doors to the public and show you inside the workings of their arts practices! See the website for details and map.

We also have a large range of antique, estate, and second hand quality jewellery.

10 You will love this iconic c. 1907 building stocked brim full of art supplies for the most discerning artists.

Upcoming Exhibitions

Arts Connect Inc.

Situated in the hinterland town of montville, this long established business has a great range of antique china, glassware, silver and collectables to suit all tastes.

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Gallery Trail To promote your business here please contact Karen Muir M 0414 432 423 │P 07 5499 9049 E Karen@hinterlandtimes.com.au

Featured Artist of the Month for January: Bruce Buchanan

Meet Bruce and view his superb watercolours at the gallery on Saturday 13 Jan 11.00am to 2.00pm

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Summer and a good book go hand in hand. In 2018, it's ten years of the Indie Book Awards. They recognise indie booksellers as the number one supporters of Australian authors. Since the inception of the Awards, they have a well-deserved reputation for picking the best of the best in Australian writing.

Anne Brown from Rosetta Books says, "How lucky we are to have such loyal customers who love their books - grandparents are insistent on buying books."

Anne says younger people are also customers, "We have now lived through Amazon, Kindles, we are still here and books are just as popular as ever….".

Titles for your summer reading The Fiction Longlist for the Indie Book Awards 2018 includes:

A Long Way from Home by Peter Carey Set in the 1950s amid the consequences of the age of empires, this brilliantly vivid and lively novel reminds us how Europeans took possession of a timeless culture – the high purpose they invented and the crimes they committed along the way.

Far from the hike encouraging teamwork, the women tell Falk a tale of suspicion, violence and disintegrating trust. And as he delves into the disappearance, it seems some dangers may run far deeper than anyone knew.

There's plenty to choose from at independent book store, Rosetta Books

Taboo by Kim Scott The Life to Come by Michelle de Kretser Profoundly moving as well as wickedly funny, The Life to Come reveals how the shadows cast by both the past and the future can transform, distort and undo the present. This extraordinary novel by Miles Franklin-winning author Michelle de Kretser will strike to your soul.

We walk with the ragtag group through this taboo country and note in them glimmers of re-connection with language, lore, country. We learn alongside them how countless generations of Noongar may have lived in ideal rapport with the land. This is a novel of survival and renewal, as much as destruction; and, ultimately, of hope as much as despair.

Force of Nature by Jane Harper Federal Police Agent Aaron Falk has a particularly keen interest in the whereabouts of the missing bushwalker.

Alice Russell is the whistleblower in his latest case - and Alice knew secrets. About the company she worked for and the people she worked with.

City of Crows by Chris Womersley France, 1673. Desperate to save herself and her only surviving child from an outbreak of plague, the widow Charlotte Picot flees her village to seek sanctuary in Lyon, when her child is stolen.

This is not only a story of Paris and its streets thronged with preachers, troubadours and rogues. It is also the tale of a woman who calls herself a sorceress, and a demon who thinks he is a man ...

The Shortlist will be announced on January 15, and winners announced in March. you'll find these titles and books from non fiction, debut fiction, children and young adult categories at Rosetta Books, 30 Maple Street, Maleny, or order yours now on 5435 2134. Read the entire list on the HT and Rosetta Books websites.

Glen’s skill as an engineer has made the GTZ an affordable and rewarding project for anyone with access to a home garage.

“It’s a great project for anyone looking for the opportunity to create and drive a truly bespoke vehicle.”

“In developing the GTZ as an ICV, I wanted to ensure that it would be cost-effective, easy-to-build and accessible for as many people as possible. There are no exotic parts and the majority of mechanical components are sourced from a locally available single donor.”

Some things in life, money can’t buy... ...you have to build Mapleton is the home of the GTZ, an exciting mid-engine sports car inspired by, and built, for the scenic and winding roads of the Hinterland.

The GTZ has been engineered by Glen as an ICV (individually constructed vehicle), or more commonly known as a kit car. The vehicle is assembled and registered by the Owner/Builder using the supplied fabricated components, body work and aluminium panels.

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“It’s just such great fun out on the road.

“I am a Mechanical engineer by profession with a background as a Motor mechanic. I have a life-long enthusiasm for cars and enjoy modifying and driving my own cars in Hill climbs and Sprint events both locally and interstate.”

It puts a smile on my face every time I drive it.”

“My partner and I have spent most of our working life moving around Queensland, but a couple of years ago we had the opportunity to choose where we would like to live - and we chose Mapleton.”

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C R E AT I V E C U T S Lee Hardisty at Finbars

26—28 Jan 2018

The Innocents Saturday January 13 at 7.15pm at Maleny Community Centre, 6-7pm doors open for dinner catered by Wild Rocket, with bar/tea/coffee and slices available.

Inspired by a true story, a young French doctor (Mathilde) is summoned to a convent in Poland in 1945 where she finds a nun giving birth, and a number of others in advanced stages of pregnancy.

Mathilde is challenged by the circumstances, by being an unbeliever of life in the convent, and by trying to help in secret while not authorised to do so. Values are questioned, authority challenged, and systems are forced to reshape themselves.

FilmFestival Screening Modern Australia

Our selected features are: •Australia Day •Ali’s Wedding •Three Summers & •Ellipsis, The films selection offers fast-paced drama, romance and humour but also reflect issues relevant to our national identity.

Also •Excellent short films •Screening Maleny (local films) •Meet Max Cullen in conversation •Workshop on film appreciation •Festival Hub (meeting place)

Special Guest iconic actor

MAX CULLEN This project has been proudly supported

by Sunshine Coast Council’s grants.

Lee has been touring the world with music for the past 15 years. His music is honest and lovingly heartfelt, focussed around his great love of his wife, his daughters, his garden and his community.

His main instruments include saxophones, guitars, ukuleles, flute, tin whistle, recorders, kalimba, and keys. He has also begun to discover the banjo...

Come and see acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Lee Hardisty at Finbars, Maleny January 20 from 7pm, free entry.

Banksias and Beyond

Fred Smith Songwriter Fred Smith and band are coming to Maleny on Friday February 2 to launch his new album, Great - a rollicking musical hayride through American history, politics and pathologies.

Fred has finally returned from the dust of uruzgan to revisit his fascination for things American. The CD features some high-level satire, befitting the subject matter. But it also brings to the fore Smith's deep appreciation of Americana musical formats.

This is Fred Smith at his best: combining song, imagery and masterful story-telling to expand your sympathies into foreign territory.

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Banksias and Beyond is an exhibition at the Arts and Ecology Centre, Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden, Tanawha, by Michele Knightley. She celebrates our wallum ecosystems, in particular the iconic Banksias, these unique and often overlooked plants. Open daily from January 3-9, 10am-3pm, with free entry. you can also learn how to make unique contact prints on paper, using local plants and the ecodye method, in Michele’s adults’ art workshop, Ecoprint, at the same venue on Saturday 6 January 6, 10am - 3pm Cost: $100 per person. No previous artistic experience necessary.

All materials provided. Bookings and inquiries: www.micheleknightleyartist.com

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visual arts entertainment performance

A New Year's exhibition

Experience plenty of art at St. Mary’s Hall in Montville on the village green, from Tuesday December 26, 2017, to Thursday January 18, 2018. Open daily, 9.30am to 4pm.

Visitors will see a wide variety of styles and techniques from local artists, who invite you to enjoy our display of paintings in acrylic, oils, pastels and watercolour together with a wide range of greeting cards featuring our artists’ original work.

Entry is free and all commissions and donations go towards maintaining the historic hall.

Three Summers From internationally renowned writer/director Ben Elton comes Three Summers, an ensemble comedy that embraces the diversity of modern Australia.

At a summer music festival, the feisty lead singer of an Irish folk band (Rebecca Breeds) meets a folk music-hating Theremin player (Robert Sheehan) and sparks literally fly.

All manner of stories collide under the meddling eye of community radio super star, Queenie (Magda Szubanski), who welcomes the campers back three summers in a row for a folking good time.

Enjoy this film on January 27 at 1pm, as part of the Australian Film Festival with Maleny Film Society at Maleny Community Centre, book your tickets: www.malenyfilmsociety.info

Old Time Dance

New year, new line-up

Moulds and Textures

Learn to make unique clay tiles that can be made into plaster moulds, inspired by textures and surfaces you would not think possible. you will create a number of tile samples and develop a knowledge of underglazes and decorative techniques for your tiles. using your tile mould you can now begin to create clay decorations for a number of projects, and choose which project to complete, learning the processes and techniques for each.

This event takes place at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, Sunday January 21, 10am-1pm for $75. www.artworkshops.com.au or phone: 1300 885 011.

‘Untethered’ “That which is holding you down can become a powerful force that raises you up to new heights”, Michael Singer The untethered Soul.

Arts Connect invites you to their exhibition at the Cooroy Butter Factory on February 23 through to April 3.

With this group, an eclectic mix of artists and artwork styles, the exhibition will find a connection within the theme as the creators seek to find new ideas and allow their imaginations develop and to soar.

Beauty, strength, vulnerability, power, joy, tenderness, anger, delight, sadness can all expressed in a variety of both actual and perceived ideology and emotion. artsconnectinc.com.au/

Get your dancing shoes on for the following old time dance dates - January 27, March 3, April 14 and May 26.

The Belli Community Hall Association Incorporated wishes to acknowledge the Sunshine Coast Council's Emergency Funding Grant of $1876, enabling them to replace their stolen pressure pump last September.

Entry open at 7.30pm, music will be by the Sunshine Swing Band, with dancing underway at 8pm.

Entry includes a delicious country supper, children are free.

Raffles, lucky door and lucky spots and a great night of dancing is assured. Visit www.bellihall.com or the Belli Community Hall facebook page.

This is an ‘alcohol-free’ event.

Maleny Arts Council introduce their inaugural Maleny Winter Theatre Festival, to open on August 18 with a performance of Which Way Home, performed by leading indigenous theatre company Ilbijerri.

This would be followed, August 26, by Rovers, from the creative team that brought Motherland to Maleny, Belloo Creative co-founded by Katherine Lyall-Watson.

On September 16 the third show is a cabaret work by Isabel Hearteg, Death by Soprano.

The first show of the year, on May 27, would be Lyall Brooks A Prudent Man, award winner from Melbourne and Perth fringe festivals.

They will wrap up the year with baritone crooner Mikelangelo, in a show titled Cave-Waits-Cohen, on October 21. Watch this space.

A dance open day Come along from 10am to 12pm on Saturday January 6, to Maleny Dance Academy’s new artistic home, the recently refurbished and air conditioned Maleny Presbyterian Hall, 12 Cedar Street, Maleny. bDifferent Dance Academy’s Lisa Gregor has handed over the dance school reins to established Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) teacher and certified Pilates instructor, Dawn Burman.

For the first time, the world renowned RAD dance syllabus will be available in Maleny with all dance styles available including ballet, pointe, tap, contemporary, jazz and Pilates classes.

Miss Dawn and all the teachers will be on hand to chat about enrolments and the class timetable.

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Forest Heart Local Native Plant Nursery 20 Coral St, Maleny Phone: 5435 2193

In the Wild with Spencer Shaw

What's in the Spotlight Discover the State of our Region We’re excited! 2017 has been great for the Sunshine Coast and 2018 looks even better. Construction will start on the airport expansion, we’ll invest $3.2 million in environmental land acquisitions, Commonwealth Games athletes will come here to train and our new Maroochydore CBD will continue taking shape. Head to council's website to Discover the State of our Region!

Welcome our Commonwealth visitors This February and March the Sunshine Coast will welcome the Commonwealth. Teams Saint Helena, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man and Niue, and a number of athletes from individual sporting teams, will train on the Sunshine Coast in preparation for the Commonwealth Games. Join us in welcoming our international visitors! Details via our website.

The Much Misunderstood and Mistakenly Maligned Mistletoes

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N THE SPIRIT OF Christmas past let’s talk mistletoe’s, not the plastic stuff decorating some doorways during Christmas and an excuse for unwanted advances ... but those native plants that amazingly grow on and join to other trees! For some the thought of a plant drawing on the bodily fluids of another plant conjures up images of herbaceous vampires sucking the life out of our trees. These plants may draw on the moisture and mineral reserves of their hosts but what many of us may not notice is what they give back to the greater ecological community and the many species of animals and insects that depend on them.

There are over 30 species of mistletoe found in SE Queensland. Mistletoes are spread by numerous animals and there is even a specialist Mistletoe Bird. These little birds have a specialised digestive system that passes the seed within a ½ hour (now that’s what you call regular!). The seed of mistletoe have a long sticky tail that passes through the digestive system. This long sticky tail requires that the little birds wipe their backsides on a branch as they pass the seed to completely pass the seed tail. This ensures that the seed is placed in the best position for it to grow, on a branch. The seed tail also helps it adhere to the branch.

There is also another amazing animal – mistletoe relationship with Azure butterflies. They are exclusive mistletoe feeders and some also require the presence of specific ants to protect the caterpillars in exchange for food secreted from glands on their bodies. Some Azure caterpillars hide under bark, in borer holes or ant nests during the day and at night with their ant body guards may travel upto 40 metres, to mistletoes high up in eucalypts.

Amazingly the leaves of mistletoe often mimic those of their host. There are even mistletoes that only grow on other mistletoes’ such as the Golden Mistletoe. One mistletoe species that does make a living in our local rainforests is the Rainforest Mistletoe.

These have very attractive red flowers that attract a variety of wildlife.

So next time you see a Mistletoe don’t panic – the apocalypse isn’t upon us. They are an important part of the intricate web of life and if we keep playing with the threads we will all come undone. It could even be argued that it is worthwhile “planting” mistletoes on our gardens and reveg’ plots to enhance diversity and return them to areas they have disappeared from through clearing. But that’s another story.

Cinema in the Sand Mooloolaba Beach This January enjoy popular family-friendly classic movies on the golden sand of Mooloolaba Beach.

It’s the perfect location for the free Cinema in the Sand movie series over the summer holidays. BYO blanket, towel, bean bag or beach chair and grab some delicious takeaway from one of the nearby restaurants. No alcohol or glass permitted.

Head to council’s Facebook page for more details.

Australia Day ßag raising events Start your Australia Day at one of two council sponsored Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremonies on Friday January 26 from 7.30am. If you’re near Caloundra, head to Lions Park, Kings Beach.

If you’re in the Hinterland, head to Maleny Showgrounds. Visit council’s website for details.

Have your say on the Youth Action Plan If you’re a young person aged 12 to 24, council wants your feedback on the draft Sunshine Coast Youth Action Plan. Head to our website to check out the draft plan and provide your feedback to go in the draw to win a $100 JB Hi-Fi voucher.

Grab some free mulch today

Planting Xmas

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HOuLD yOuR MIND be blank over Xmas gifts, it’s a perfect time after the rain to be adding to the garden and the revegetation projects. Call into the Barung nursery to see what is on offer and give a plant to a friend or family.

Failing that, there are a number of excellent books at Barung’s office in the Hinterland Business Centre in Coral St. When choosing plants for a new project, look for canopy trees whose foliage is carried right to the ground. They are great edge sealers that reduce the quantity of weed seeds invading the planting area. Two species worth considering are Syzygium australe, the fast-growing River or Brush cherry (pictured), and Mallotus philippensis, Red Kamala. The latter takes a while to establish but is a hardy and very useful tree, often used as an overnight perch for small birds. The fruit is covered in a red powder, once used as a dye.

Structured edge planting makes a

difference to any project. Add lomandra for its dense growth habit low to the ground. In a dry area, native grasses are useful, common ones being Barbed Wire

Grass, Cymbopogon refractus, and Kangaroo Grass, Themeda triandra, formerly Themeda australis.

A technique used to help young trees establish is to place a pad of mulch over each prospective planting site. The mulch will conserve moisture, suppress weed growth and allow the soil to become more friable until such time as planting can be done. Three benefits in one and no need to spray unless really nasty vines are infesting the site.

Spraying often results in bare soil and therefore more weeds should planting be delayed. It’s also not so good for the beneficial soil microflora, which are encouraged by the mulch layer.

It’s a busy time of year but take some time out to enjoy our wonderful environment, and to take advantage of the gift of rain and soil moisture.

Happy Xmas from everyone at Barung.

Barung native Plant nursery Phone 5494 3151

Porters Lane Nursery opening times: Wednesday - Friday - 9am -3pm, Saturday 9am - 12pm

Did you know, you can collect free mulch from council waste facilities? There's no maximum quantity limit to all Sunshine Coast Residential and commercial customers. Visit the Caloundra, Buderim or Beerwah Resource Recovery Centres.

More information via council's website.

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Social Strategy year in review

Before and After

Did you know council provided $4.6 million in funding support through council programs last Þnancial year? This is just one of the many highlights featured in the Social Strategy Year in Review 2016-17 to build an even stronger Sunshine Coast community. Search ‘social strategy’ via council’s website to Þnd out more.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 25 January, Caloundra

Here is an example of an area that was not only difficult to maintain but also difficult to access.

Grazing was really the only use.

Building this deck across the gully and densely planting out with mostly natives created an easily maintained and enjoyable walkway that completes the circuit walk around Tamarind Retreat.

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As the 2017 comes to a close we hope everyone has had a wonderful year of gardening and beautifying our planet.

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HE RENAISSANCE OF Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership, proclaimed with such jubilation by John Alexander after regaining the seat of Bennelong, lasted just 24 hours.

Then Newspoll arrived with its all too familiar message: the government was still stuck in the doldrums six points behind Labor in the two-party preferred vote. Twenty-five gone, and counting. Back to the dark ages.

However, our perennially cheerful prime minister had ducked and weaved his way through Christmas with the merry message that things were now on the up and up: he had scraped off three persistent barnacles from the ship of state and once again he could get on with the real issues.

But a closer examination reveals that the barnacles have not been scraped off at all, merely temporarily sedated until parliament resumes.

They are, in order, same-sex marriage, energy policy and the dual citizen saga, and none of the three can be considered settled, let alone scraped.

Same-sex marriage, of course, is now law, to almost everyone’s great relief. But there is an aftermath – the review from Phillip Ruddock and co into what is euphemistically called religious protection.

This may be kept under cover for a while, but has the potential to be just as divisive and dirty as the lengthy debate it spawned.

If there was any doubt, the Christian Lobby and the other churches, along with their willing evangelists in the parliament, have made it clear that this is where the real battle begins.

And they have no shortage of firepower: the Catholics’ response to the findings of the Royal Commission into Child Abuse, which was essentially that they would obey the law only when and where it suited them, was unequivocal. Rome will be a bloody big barnacle.

And as for energy – well, the bills (which is what the voters really care about) will keep going up – until, ironically, more wind and solar power come on line in several months – certainly not in time for the long, hot summer.

A reduction in the wholesale price of gas will be unnoticeable, and Turnbull’s beloved Snowy Hydro 2.0 is not yet even a hole in the ground.

Turnbull says sustainability of supply is now secure, and he had better be right: a serious blackout in any of the major cities would destroy whatever credibility over the issue he has left. Just keep scraping.

And as for dual citizenship – Turnbull apparently

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OW! I KEEP trying to get away from writing about destruction and focus on the glories of the arboricultural world, when yet another supercell has flattened a narrow band of country between Landsborough and Beerwah.

Along the railway line is a scene of mayhem, with the Steve Irwin way being cut, and whole trees uprooted and snapped off near ground level.

What can we learn from this? Several things. Most of the trees fell in a northerly direction, which shows that although the winds were circling, the most destructive gusts came from the South, which confirms the accepted theories in this region.

Most of the trees that failed were

intends to unilaterally refer his suspected opponents to the High Court, while maintaining, in a curious echo from Bill Shorten’s ill-advised bravado, that all his own are squeaky clean.

It is a sure bet that the media will not be assuaged, and a likely bet that more problems, including some on his own side, will be turned up.

And by throwing the crossbencher Rebeka Sharkie into the mix, he has ensured that her support for noconfidence motions is no longer guaranteed.

He obviously believes that with the return of Alexander and Barnaby Joyce this is no longer vital, but he has left another barnacle nonetheless.

But undeterred, Turnbull has embarked on another round of barnacle scraping in the form of a drastic reshuffle, in which four limpets have been more firmly despatched.

George Brandis is to retire his pomposity to the Court of St James, and while he will not be greatly missed – after all, his exit has been signalled for more than a year – he has been a staunch Turnbull ally in a party room where there are all too few of them.

The same applies to Arthur Sinodinos, who has had his travails over corporate donations (linked, dare we say it, to Eddie Obeid among others) but was seen as one of Turnbull’s main men until sickness has sidelined him.

Darren Chester can be considered unlucky; he has hardly revolutionised the infrastructure portfolio, but he has done little wrong – except, of course, for voting for same-sex marriage, an unforgiveable sin in the eyes of some of his National Party colleagues. And he was particularly off side with his leader, Barnaby Joyce.

But what struck him down, we are told, was not his stand on human rights, but his place of residence: Chester is a Victorian, and the party wanted more Queenslanders in cabinet.

Or so they say: the other who has been turfed, Keith Pitt, is a dead-set Queenslander, but apparently he doesn’t count. The Nats will not countenance affirmative action for women, that would be discrimination, politicians must succeed on their merits. Except, of course, those north of the Tweed: they don’t have enough of them to qualify.

And there was still just enough time to crow about the national accounts figures, which shaved an insignificant amount, and probably temporary, from the deficit. Jobs and growth, trumpeted Turnbull, is not just a slogan but an outcome.

Well, perhaps some of it. A lot of jobs have indeed been

Eucalypts. Gums etc. Again, no surprises there. The only way to prevent whole tree failure in Eucalypts in these circumstances is to prune them so as to reduce their sail area.

Any specimens that had a canopy reduction by previous storm events or pruning, resulting in a shorter, stockier tree, survived.

The usual suspects - tight forks, decaying branch stubs, and other defects that I have discussed in this column – were the typical failure points, but in an event like this there were also clean, healthy, defect-free sections that failed. The only way to prevent this is to shorten

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created, although many of them are low-paid and given the current stagnation over wages, they are not likely to become much more attractive.

But economic growth has actually been forecast to decline from 2.75 per cent – no bonanza in its own right – to 2.5 per cent.

Naturally, this manifestly inadequate result was yet another win for the government, said Treasurer Scott Morrison. In fact, actually most of it came from a fortuitous rise in commodity prices and cuts on welfare.

Despite the demands of an ageing population, the numbers of welfare recipients are the lowest in more than 40 years, which Treasurer Scott Morrison obviously thinks is a good thing.

This is not a view that is necessarily shared by the victims – old age, disabled and single-parent pensioners, to name but a few.

And now that the senate has jacked up against further cuts, Morrison will resort to the mean and tricky device of using regulations to defy the clear will of the parliament of Australia.

Turnbull now admits that he regrets including Newspoll as a reason for ousting Tony Abbott – but then, he never dreamt that he would be in a similar, or even worse, position.

However, at least he has survived the killing season – Christmas comes but once a year/ To fill our leader’s heart with fear.

Now there’s just 2018 to contend with… For auld acquaintance be forgot. And especially if that auld acquaintance happens to include Tony Abbott.

Wedding Connections Your guide to local wedding services on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

Celebrants & Ceremonies Ruth Kuss - Wedding Celebrant Whatever you are celebrating – welcoming a precious new baby into the world, committing to your life partner, renewing your marriage vows or farewelling a loved one – creating a ceremony that befits your personality is something that you should approach with your head as well as your heart. Ph: 0429 997 771 www.montvilleweddingcelebrant.com.au

Jewellery Laurisha Jewellery Together we create your imagination. We specialise in handcrafted diamond engagement rings, wedding rings, diamond and coloured stone dress rings, pendants, pearls and other jewellery. Ph: 5478 5771 www.laurishajewellery.com.au

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With the increasing unpredictability of the weather, and cyclone season here, please check your trees or have them assessed.

The Hinterland Times Karen Muir Do you offer a unique Hinterland Wedding experience?

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yOuR MARKET GuIDE

Perfect products for people – and pets!

K ERRI WOOLSTON, with her organic and natural skincare range, is a regular at Maleny Sunday Markets. She also happens to have a wealth of knowledge on natural pet care products, in particular those which help relieve and heal itchy skin conditions.

The journey into creating and advocating these products began a few years ago. “In 2014, my husband was selling a pet care range at the Bulcock Street Markets in Caloundra.

One weekend I went and helped out and was quite dismayed to see how unappealing the products looked and smelled, with a strong fake fragrance.

“They sold well enough, but I knew I could offer a better, safer and more attractive product.”

SATuRDAyS Hinterland Harvest Market A feast of Fresh Flavours, 7am to 12pm.

Connecting real food with real people.

Suncoast Church carpark, Kiel Mtn Rd, Woombye. Helen Langlois 0416 217 093 www.hinterlandharvestmarket.com.au

SuNDAyS Maleny Art, Craft and Collectables Market 8am-2pm, Maleny RSL Hall, open rain, hail or shine - quality second hand books, vintage, antiques, art, handmade gifts and more.

0448 423 919

FIRST SATuRDAy OF THE MONTH Crystal Waters Market community-run, upcycled items, jewelry, organic veges, cakes, plants, honey, seedlings, hearty food, sourdough bakery, great coffee, live music and a warm welcome. 5494 4530

SECOND SATuRDAy OF THE MONTH

Kerri Woolston says Maleny Sunday Markets is invaluable to the growth of her small business The Rainforest Room Photographer Jody Gilchrist

A great deal of research and trial and error later, the Natural Petcare Solutions range was launched.

“I make these products using the same therapeuticgrade ingredients that I use to make my skin care line. They are people-safe too, and my ultra Care is very popular for those with itchy scalp problems and for children with nits."

Kerri joined the Maleny Sunday Markets in June 2016. "It is wonderful that, come rain or shine, our vibrant community of stallholders set up and sell their wares.”

The markets are open throughout the school holidays,

Maleny Sunday Market

February: Montville: Flame Hill Grape Stomp March: Kenilworth Cheese, Wine & Food Festival April: Anzac Day Services

Authenic Asian Food stall

THIRD SATuRDAy OF THE MONTH

QuARTERLy Mooloolah Valley Community Centre -Four Season Markets 43 Bray Road Mooloolah Summer/Christmas Market 9th December 8am–1pm. 43 Bray Road Mooloolah Stall holders welcome info at 5494 7822 or E: info@mooloolahcommunitycentre.org

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Hinterland Events January: Australia Day celebrations; Maleny Film Festival; yandina Ginger Flower and Food Festival

Montville Growers and Makers Market 7.30am-noon, Piping hot pancakes, buskers, genuine locally grown food, handmade craft, barista made coffee, under historic fig trees, profits maintain our Village Hall. Judith: 0490 374 903

Witta Growers Market: 7.30 - 12.00 Fresh local vegetables; local cheese, meat & eggs; preserves; quality organic nuts & seeds; seafood; seedlings & plants; great take-away & more! New stall-holders & all visitors welcome. 0408 034 570

so come and try a pumpkin scone, and fair-trade coffee before stocking up on fresh fruit and veg, and much more.

Maleny Sunday Market is open 8am to 2pm, in the RSL Hall, Bunya St. Maleny.

New stall holders are welcome. Enquires 0448 423 919.

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EIGHAN SHAW says that now is the time that all the people working on Boomerang Bags are joining forces!

“On Sunday January 28 we will be holding our next Hang Space event. It will run from 9am to 3pm, at 20 Coral Street Maleny.”

This will also include the official launch of Boomerang Bags Maleny. “We will be holding our regular workshop during the event from 10am to 2pm (by donation), as well as a stall with information about the group and bags for sale,” says Meighan.

“We welcome people to come and have a chat, and hopefully join us or support us in this exciting community forum. We have received a lot of positive feedback from the community following the first HT article and our first official meeting on the 11th of the month.

“We are still always accepting donations, and look forward to working with the community and giving back a resource that will reduce the use of plastic bags.”

Find out more by visiting the facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HANGSPACEMALENy/

Op shopping in Mapleton

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EAD DOWN THE Obi Obi Road in Mapleton and you will soon see the Hospice Shop, full to the brim with books, toys, curios and useful items, perfect for a good browse.

Why not grab a couple of friends and pop up (or over) for a morning to visit? They have stocks of good quality pre-loved ladies, mens and childrens clothing, shoes, bags, hats and jewellery!

There is always a bargain to be found and you will be served by helpful, smiling volunteers.

If you don’t op shop, there are some good reasons to start. Not only does it support charities, but it is ethically and environmentally friendly, saves you money and gives you the chance to experiment and find something that isn’t ‘mainstream’.

Some say it is like hunting for treasure, and often finding it!

Donations are always welcome, and please call if you need help with the delivery of these goods.

We are at 17 Obi Obi Road Mapleton, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, and Saturday 9am to 12.30pm.

Tel: 07 5478 6155.

IRST 5 FOREVER'S very first Story Seat has been installed at Pioneer Park, Landsborough. Another nine seats, featuring even more great books, will be put in parks across the region, ten of 320 across the state.

Work has begun at Montville's Russell Family Park (pictured) where the Story Seat will feature artwork from the popular children’s book The Children Who Loved Books, by local author Peter Carnavas, from New Frontier Publishing.This colourful book has been chosen as the Storytime book for ABC’s Playschool.

As part of the First 5 Forever family literacy program, families with children will be invited to explore the magic of children’s picture books at the purpose-built Story Seats.

Councillor Jenny McKay said Sunshine Coast Libraries had been granted $1 million over four years by the Queensland Government to implement the First 5 Forever program.

“The aim of this universal family literacy program is to support strong language and literacy environments for young children and their families,” Cr McKay said.

The Story Seat in Russell Family Park is due for completion around mid-January.

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DENTIFyING A GAP in the supply of residential housing in Maleny the developer was prompted to go ahead with the construction of “Stirling on Bunya”.

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Happy New Year from the Team at RE/MAX Hinterland!

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SCHOOL NEWS

Alternative schooling is ‘old’ news on the Hinterland S CHOOL IS BACK on January 22. The new year brings a new independent school to Maleny and plans for a Steiner School in the Mary Valley, but did you know Montville offered an alternative to public schooling 85 years ago? It was called the Home School. This ad appeared in the Nambour Chronicle on 15 April 1932, p 6.

Home School for Children, Montville, Queensland.

Advisory and Visiting Committee: Mrs. H. O. DICK, A.T.N.A (formerly Matron Kilcoy Hospital). Mrs. R. N. ROSS, B.Sc. (London). Mrs. J. L. MILLETT, B.A. (Syd.). A Day and Boarding School for Children between the ages of 5-14 years. Thorough Tuition in all Kindergarten and Primary subjects, Languages, and Music by Qualified Mistresses.

Good home environment and every care taken of children. No dormitories. Full Particulars and Prospectus from the Principal. Pupils enrolled at any time during term at proportionate fees.

Mrs. J. L. BEATTIE, (Formerly of London and Scotland) 'Phone: "MANJALDA," Montville 93. MONTVILLE. An article on the same page elaborates that schoolwork will include, in addition to the ordinary subjects, handwork, singing, and games, nature study, drawing, and needlework.

These enterprising women were also active in the Montville Community as members of the CWA and the

Methodist Church (Mrs Millett was Superintendent of the Montville Sunday School) in the years of the depression leading up to War World Two, and at a time when it was more customary for their menfolk to feature in the news, as board members or decision makers for the Maroochy Shire Council or the Fruit Growers Association.

Their names are recorded in the local Nambour Chronicle for regularly raising funds for the Montville Hall (building a crockery cupboard and equipping it). They organised dances and concerts, played and sang solos and duets and won events such as “the best dressed clothes peg” – undoubtedly, they would have had much to offer their pupils at the Montville Home School.

Cate Patterson from the Montville History Group (montvillehistory.org.au/) Historical Note: Queensland has a long history of churches stepping in to fill gaps in educational opportunities but this venture is remarkable because it was established in a small farming community (Montville) by women who were highly qualified at a time when few women entered university.

For further information: Maleny Independent School: info@malenyindependentschool.com.au Steiner School in the Mary Valley: jonathan@teachthechildrenwell.com.au

Keep HT in the loop with your school news - tell us about events in the month ahead and you could feature here! editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au

aiden wins citizenship award

Wor. Bro. John Watson, Master of Montville Masonic Lodge and winner of the Lodge Harry Butt Citizenship Award, Aiden Graham

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IDEN GRAHAM was recently presented with the Montville Masonic Lodge Harry Butt Citizenship Award. Lodge Master, Wor.Bro. John Watson referred to the 100 year association of the lodge with the school at the presentation.

One of the petitioners to form a Masonic Lodge in 1917 was the school headmaster, Arthur Suthers, who became secretary when the lodge was created in March 1918.

Another foundation member was orchardist George Butt.

His grandson, Harry, became a stalwart of the lodge and, in 1987, played a significant part in establishing the citizenship award for a graduating school student.

Sadly, Harry passed away before the first award was presented, and it was decided to honour him by naming the Award.

On behalf of the Lodge Bro, Watson congratulated Aiden and wished him well in his future endeavours.

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To a healthy new year

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IKE WENDy SAyS, we have come a long way as a society - legislation of same-sex marriage is testament to that. For 2018, what do you hope to aspire to? I will smile more often and hurry less, thank you Marisa. We have put in a screen rules in our family - I thought this article from WA may be useful to others. And I am practising what I preach, and scheduling some routine checkups and appointments so in my good health I can support that of my family…

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HEN yOu WALK along the little main street at Mapleton, it certainly has that ‘village’ feel, with some unique shops, a bakery, popular cafés and the well-established Mapleton Medical Centre.

For almost 40 years patients have been cared for by a team of welcoming professionals, something the Centre prides itself on. Opened in 1981 by business partners, Dr Ian Matthews and Dr Danny Cocks, it has recently been sold to Prime Medical Group.

Practice Manager, Elizabeth Gablonski, who has been with the Centre for nine years, says, “We still offer the same excellent service as always, and Dr Cocks and Dr Matthews are still on board to continue looking after their loyal patients.

“Jaswinder Singh Brar is our new Director and Business Manager, and will bring fresh ideas to make Mapleton Medical Centre even better for our patients.”

Doctor Tasneem Sultana has recently joined the team.

Within a short time, she has settled in and is receiving admiration from the practice team and patients.

“We are proud of the services we offer this community,”

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New owners and a new doctor, but you'll still see the same faces at Mapleton Medical Centre

says Elizabeth. “We look after generations of families and people trust us. We have a wide range of health care services under one roof and, under our new management, it really feels like we will continue going from strength to strength.”

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Ayurvedic Health Advice to Suit You

Unity and Diversity

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EDIC KNOWLEDGE recognises the differences in the material world while Wendy Rosenfeldt looking at it from the perspective of unity.

Everyone is different and as collective consciousness rises so does the respect for diversity. We have come a long way from when left handed students were forced to write with their right hands and the only acceptable marriage was between two heterosexual people from the same race, class and religion. In schools educators are accepting that students learn in different ways and that people are wired to experience the world differently.

When difference is accepted as just being part of life rather than wrong, diversity is allowed to blossom and the individual is allowed to be him or herself.

The Ayurvedic theory of doshas gives understanding of individuality while identifying patterns of nature that help us to live in a balanced way.

Light, changeable Vata types will never have the organising ability and attention to detail that Pitta natured people display. However they have the enthusiasm, creativity and flexibility that is an essential part of many careers. Steady, earthy Kapha may try all the diets in the world but they will never have the willowy build of a Vata predominant. Instead bemoaning their body type Kaphas can embrace their sturdy physiology and enjoy their natural capacity for endurance.

Vedic astrology also gives insight into our strengths and potentials. A reading can help provide information about what is going to be supported in your life. Insight into our work inclinations can help head us in the right direction rather than feeling obliged to go to university or run the family business just because that is what is expected of us. Vedic

astrology also gives knowledge of the influence of the planets at different times. When Saturn is strongly influencing your horoscope, working hard and being careful can allow you to dodge some of the malefic influence and make use of the time for inner growth.

Having your chart done is like having a map for your life. It is much easier to stay on track and arrive at your destination when you know where you are going and are forewarned of possible delays or obstacles.

All aspects of Vedic knowledge are coming from looking at the parts in relation to the whole.

In Ayurveda, if someone comes for a consultation for a food intolerance, taking the pulse allows the consultant to connect with the total physiology of the individual. So instead of just assuming that the food needs to be cut out, pulse reading helps to identify the cause of the problem. Maybe it is because the digestive system needs strengthening and maybe the digestion is upset by an emotional issue.

Ayurveda is able to get to the root cause of the problem and therefore treat it on that level.

Regularly experiencing the unity of life through the practice of Transcendental Meditation keeps the knowledge lively. It is intuited or cognised rather than something learnt from a book. Vedic knowledge helps the individual to connect to themselves at a deeper level and then living life becomes more spontaneous and in accord with the rest of the universe.

Wendy Rosenfeldt is a Maharishi Ayurveda practitioner and teacher of Transcendental Meditation. To find out more call 5499 9580 or email wendy.rosenfeldt@tm.org.au

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ECAuSE WE uNDERSTAND that what we eat either nourishes or creates chaos within our magnificently designed chemistry, we chose foods that replenish and repair our body. Because we understand that our body needs pure water free from chemicals so that it can flush out what is not needed or what could do us harm, we take care to remember to drink pure water often throughout the day.

Because we understand that much of what we do and think is influenced by what we have consciously and unconsciously stored in our subconscious programs, we practice awareness of what we read and watch on T.V. Because we understand that our body needs to move, so that it stays flexible and so that our circulation can do the work of cleansing and also nourishing our cells and organs with what is needed to keep us energised and healthy, we balance out resting and exercising. Because we realize what an amazing gift relationship and friendships are, we nurture and show our appreciation for those who share our lives.

Because we notice how great we feel when we are happy

and doing what we love, we listen to the guidance of our heart as it inspires us to stay true to our individual calling. Because on some level, even if not all the time, we know that we are connected to some great mystery that beats each heart and unfolds each mighty tree from a tiny seed, we take time to ponder life’s secrets and our relationship to all that is, and because we know that we are influenced by words, we balance our internal dialogue with words that are like medicine to our body, mind and soul.

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Are you finding it hard to control screen

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XCESSIVE SCREEN TIME is a significant detriment to children’s health, and has been linked to lower physical activity rates, and higher rates of depression and diabetes, consumption of unhealthy foods, lower cardiovascular fitness, lower academic achievement and reductions in time spent with family (see research information below).

While the correlation between excessive screen and reduced health is broadly understood in the community, modern families continue to struggle with effectively managing screen time.

The predominant advice provided for parents on screen-time is, at its heart, prohibitionist – ‘just say no to technology”. This approach has not worked and device ownership and screen use rates continue to rise among children.

Modern children have grown up in a technological age and asking them to abstain from using that technology is tantamount to asking them to opt out of the culture they were born into, of which they are a part. This is, we believe, an unrealistic, if not unfair, request.

At Nature Play WA we believe families will benefit from more balanced advice than the “just say no” norm.

Our approach begins from these core- premises: Some level of screen time is a given for modern children, and it is not going away; “Just say no to technology” is an ineffective call to action; screen time is not, in itself, dangerous/negative.

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The primary dangers of screen time are that it can lead to excessive sedentary (sitting) time and the displacement of positive behaviors/opportunities.

Technology however can be an ally for health, and we understand parents are looking for practical advice.

The advice we propose has three strategies: REDuCE, REPLACE and BALANCE.

REDuCE - Work with your kids to reduce screen time (yours and theirs). Even a little bit helps. Set screen rules, designate non-screen time, avoid having screens in bedrooms and parents should model screen discipline.

REPLACE - Find technologies that are fun and active to replace sedentary technologies. Examples: APPS, Nature Passport (mobile app Apple, Android), Pokemon Go (Mobile app: Apple and Android), Geocaching (Mobile app: Apple and Android). Also video games such as Wii fit u (Wii u), Just Dance (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Wii u, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii), and Shape up (Xbox One).

BALANCE - Balance sedentary screen time with equal or greater green time (active, and or, imaginative outdoor play). If your kid loves Minecraft, that’s OK, but the more you let them play computer games, the more time you’ll need to find to balance the ledger with outdoor play. Examples: Playing with friends at the park, sports, throwing or kicking a ball with a parent, dance, walking the dog or making cubbies in the backyard.

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ACUPUNCTURE

BOWEN THERAPISTS

Anthony Brown Acupuncture Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner.

Member (fellow) AACMA. Anthony has 35 years clinical experience, 30 of them here on the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland.

26 Coral St, Maleny Ph: 5435 2555

BOWEN THERAPY – Bronwyn Huckle Specialising in Bowtech, the original Bowen Therapy technique. Treating health issues in babies, childen & adults. Montville therapy rooms. Monday to Friday by appointment.

Ph: 5442 9371

Mapleton Natural Therapies Clinic Jackie Hansel: Bach H.S (Acu), Adv. Dip H.S (Hom), Dip Bowen Therapy Acupuncture.

Holistic & Intergrated health care with Acupuncture, Bowen Therapy, Homeopathy, Lymphatic Drainage, Remedial & Relaxation Massage. Ph: 5445 7749

Kathy Blackburn Dip. Bowen Therapy (Bowtech).Gentle effective treatment of Back Pain; Migraine; RSI ; Tennis Elbow; Knee, Ankle & Foot Conditions; Menstrual/ Hormonal irregularities; Chronic Fatigue; Respiratory Conditions and MORE. Health fund rebates. Ph: 5429 6180

Maleny Community Acupuncture professional service by qualified Acupuncturist – 25yrs clinic experience.

Treatment cost $20 available at Lift Gallery 926 Maleny-Montville Road (just up from Maleny Cheese Factory).

Contact Steve on Ph: 0401 909 122

ASTROLOGY

AYURVEDA Temple Herbs & Ayurveda Ayurveda treats the cause of disease through diet, lifestyle adjustment & herbal medicine.

Consultations, cooking classes & dispensary.

Max Trolliet Adv. Dip. 76 Maple Street, Maleny Ph: 5435 2899

BEAUTY THERAPISTS & HAIRDRESSERS A little Beauty, Body and Wellness Elements at Montville Customised beauty treatments. Pamper packages. Special occasion & bridal makeup. Massage. Manicures. Pedicures. Devine body treatments. Ph: 5478 6212 www.elementsmontville.com.au Michelle Jarden - Beauty Therapist Electrolysis, facials, massage, make-up, nails, sauna, spray tanning, tinting, waxing, ear-piercing. 66 Curramore Rd, Witta.

Ph: 5494 4012 or Mob: 0402 531 500 Nellies Creative Hair Design Cut and Colour specialists.

Nellie, Annette and Jenny offer you the opportunity to have exceptional hair using great product at fantastic prices.

21 Coral St Maleny – Ph: 0438 785 443 Honeycomb Hair Hive The Hive’s priority is you loving your look.

We provide an unmatched depth of experience and diversity. Open Tue - Fri 9.00am - 4.00pm and Sat 9.00am –12.00pm 168 Main St, Montville. Phone 5442 9269

Advertise here for only $44/month ($33.00 for ongoing advertising)

Contact Karen Muir: 0414 432 423 Email: karen@hinterlandtimes.com.au

Juliette Kalifa Qualified Counsellor & Arts Therapist 20 years experience combining counselling with arts and sand play as requested. Adults, children, individuals, relationships and groups.

Training and supervision of counselling professionals. Ph: 0417 643 592 Ruth Donnelly - Holistic Counsellor Heart-centred approach to healing trauma, building emotional wellbeing. Integrating body psychotherapy, mindfulness, artistic therapies, Reiki, Acutonics, Bush Flower Essences, Dru yoga. Ph: 0409 564 276, ruth@ruthdonnelly.com.au, www.heartmindconnections.org

Meyer Therapeutics Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® for abdominal issues, fertility and pregnancy support. Bowen Therapy, Emmett Technique, Reiki, and more. Combining therapies to suit everybody’s needs.

Kitty Meyer Ph: 0400 289 090

CHIROPRACTORS Chirone Shakti – Stargazer Astrology Insight into your relationships, family issues, spiritual purpose, life transitions, and your year ahead. Counselling astrologer with spiritual focus. Astrology courses and workshops. Ph: 0421 814459, www. chironeshakti.com.au

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING cont.

Heartspace Artspace & Counselling-Liz Antcliff. B. Psych. MA. Coun. PG Art Therapy Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Sensorimotor Art Therapy/ Counselling Individuals; Couples & Groups.ACA; ACATA; ANZATA. Maleny/Brisbane Ph: 0438 1632 55 www.heartspaceartspace.com

DAY SPAS Montville Day Spa

Dr Ralph Stockmann

In the Clouds at 166 Balmoral Road, Montville Our centre of excellence in Holistic Health Services employs ‘the best of the best’ Contact us for an unforgetable enriching experience. Ph: 0456 173 389 www.montvilledayspa.com.au

Chiropractor- Palmer USA – SCENAR Therapy, Ayurveda – Effective Pain Relief – 32 years of spinal manipulation – DVA & Medicare Provider 0410 793 513 26 Coral Street, Maleny

Maple Chiropractic Maleny Dr. Stephen Lowe, Dr. Samuel Lowe, Dr. Catherine Metcalf, Dr. Rebel Hungerford Concession, family rates & HICAPS available.

Gentle, effective care for the whole family.

45 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph. 5494 3322 www.maplechiropractic.com.au

DENTAL Dental Centre Maleny Affordable Family Dentistry. Open: Mon-Sat. Also, early mornings & late evenings for your convenience.

17 Bunya St, Maleny. Ph: 54 999 722 www.dentalcentremaleny.com.au maleny@dentalcentregroup.com.au

ENERGY HEALING The Physiospect Guy An alternative path to holistic health.

Practitioner in Physiospect, 5th Dimensional Healing, Past Age Clearing & Healing, Earth2 Essences, Spiritual Counselling, Nutritional Medicine. By appt only. Mike 0407 021 719 Cabin 1, 38 Maple St, Maleny www.nutritionforyourspirit.com

Hinterland Chiropractic Dr Josephine Sexton. Using gentle, safe and effective techniques to maintain spinal health and wellbeing. Concession rates, Family discounts and HICAPS available.

21 Bunya Street, Maleny. Ph: 5435 2987 Dr John Pirie Chiropractor & Applied Kinesiologist Gentle hands on chiropractic using applied kinesiology. Over 30 years in private practice. Families welcome. Mon, Tues,Thur 2:00 – 5.30pm; Fri 9:00am -12noon 19 Coral Street Maleny, Ph: 5435 2155 www.siaholistichealth.com.au

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING Counselling - Margaret Davoren B.Nurs.,Mas. Counselling. Think change, think balance & live a rich, full, life. Learn strategies to manage stress, depression, anxiety & relationships. Maleny Physiotherapy, 1/70 Maple St Maleny Ph: 0403 571 572 www.icpaustralia.com Leeann Horrill Counsellor M. Gest Therapy. A holistic and experiential approach to healing and personal growth.

Specialising in parents, children and families.

Member GANZ, PACFA. Ph: 5499 9990 or 0410 280 946 e: leeannhorrill@hotmail.com www.leeannhorrillcounselling.com

FENG SHUI Feng Shui and Astrology: Richard Giles, Qualified Feng Shui practitioner Feng Shui home/business assessments.

EM radiation assessments. Astrologer of 27 years. Contact Richard on 5435 0158, Email: ricgiles@powerup.com.au Web: www.richardgiles.info

HOME CARE Hinterland Home Assist – Aged and Disability Home Care Experienced, qualified, insured carer to aid in assistance of independent living. Personal or palliative care, respite, transport, house duties. Sya Marie Wiersma 0432 795 549 RangeCare Offering in-home and respite care services to support independent living. Our tailor-made services are available to everyone in the community. We can deliver your home care package. Ph: 5445 7044 Visit: www.rangecare.com.au

HOMEOPATHY

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Margarete Koenning Counselling BA Social Work, Gelstalt Therapist, Psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and, families. Training professionals in family constellation 20 yrs practicing in Maleny, Clinal member of Pacfa.

Ph: 5494 2778, 0408 416 041

Pauline Ashford - B.H.Sc, Complementary Med & Homeopathy Classical homeopathy; Lymphatic drainage; Dorn spinal, joint and headache therapy; EFT - Emotional Freedom Techniques; Reiki 130 Ansell Rd Witta Ph: 5494 4101 e: paulineashford@dodo.com.au

Health, Wellness

HYPNOTHERAPY Suzi Lough at Mind Management For hypnotherapy, Acutonics Vibrational therapy, coaching and more.

Ph: 0438 050 839 for appointments.

"The door to change is always open"

Mary (McGrory) CrawfordPowerful Transformations Member of AHA/NRHA Specialising in Grief, Depression & Anxieties.

Also Quit Smoking, Weight Loss and more.

Health benefits may apply.

Phone Mary 0457 230 952 www.powerfultransformations8.com

NATUROPATHS

MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Sallyann Stewart - Naturopath, Herbalist, Remedial Massage Therapist, Thyroflex Practitioner Naturopathic clinical testings & assessment, Thyroflex Thyroid testing, stress mgmt, digestive issues, children’s health, remedial massage, lymphatic drainage.

19 Coral St, Maleny, 5499 9476 / 0421 410 558 E: info@naturaltherapiesstudio.com.au

The Stillpoint - Katie White Remedial, Relaxation, Reiki Massage & now Emmett Technique. Reiki Treatments & Workshops. Appts Mon- Sat. HF Rebates.

Gift Vouchers. Ph: 0400 722 786 www.thestillpoint.com.au

Marisa T Kliese offers a complete Natural Therapy Clinic. Services include, Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine, Professional Counselling, Life Coaching, Spiritual Healing.

Ph: 5494 2627 Colonic Hydrotherapist & RN. Specialising in detoxification & healthy weight-loss, gut & digestive restoration, stress reduction, fatigue and post-viral syndromes. Comprehensive, individual and in-depth approach to addressing the cause of illness and restoring optimal health, wellness & vitality.

Ph: 0401 750 255 www.awakeningcentre.com.au

NUTRITIONIST BHSc

Personalised, practical dietary and nutritional recommendations for optimum wellness, disease prevention and existing health conditions digestion issues, food allergies, intolerances, weight management, diabetes, stress, anxiety and women’s health.

1/70 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph: 0417 689 677 www.natalieharmsnutritionist.com.au

OPTOMETRIST Kathy Blackburn, Adv Dip Applied Science (Remedial Massage). Remedial/Sports Massage; Traditional Chinese Massage; Lymphatic Drainage; Emmett Technique, Trigger Point & Myofacial Release. “Integrated Bodywork” tailored to your special needs.

HF rebates. Ph: 5429 6180 Beautiful Kahuna Massge with Linda Total blissful relaxation or combo deep tissue (good for tradies/sports/remedial).

Practitioner of the healing art EMF Balancing technique. Relax, unwind & balance 7 days. Ph 0457 194 339

Blue Zen Massage – Shayne Harris Dip.Remedial Massage and Dip.Reflexology Member of A.T.M.S. with all Health Fund Rebates!

Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Cupping, Deep Tissue Massage, Hawaiian Massage, Indian Head Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Remedial Massage, Shiatsu, Sports Massage, Stone Therapy Massage, Trigger Point Therapy Ph: 0407 002 567. Maleny

LIVING THERAPIES Elizabeth Khalu – Living Therapies Offers Universal Medicine Therapies, an approach to health and well being from the understating that, we are out own best medicine. Esoteric Massage, Chakra Puncture, Esoteric Connective Tissue Therapy, Sacred Esoteric Healing, Energetic Facial Release. Mobile: 0428 815 211 E: elizabeth@livingtherapies.com.au

MEDICAL CENTRE Ochre Health Medical Centre Offering onsite Doctors, experienced nursing staff and Allied health services. Appointments available Mon- Fri 8.30am- 5 pm and in Maleny Sat 9am-12pm.

Ph Maleny: 54942 388 ; Ph Montville: 5442 9144 Book online at www.ochrehealth.com.au

Advertise here for only $44/month ($33.00 for ongoing advertising)

Contact Karen Muir: 0414 432 423 Email: karen@hinterlandtimes.com.au

Jane Stanley Podiatrist / Credentialled Diabetes Educator For all podiatry and diabetes education services. 1-3 39 Coral St, Maleny.

Appointments available weekly on Tue, Wed and Thurs. Ph: 5494 2388

PSYCHIC READINGS / TAROT

Marisa...Naturally

Natalie Harms - Nutritionist

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PODIATRY

Laurel Hefferon Naturopath & Herbalist BHSc Hinterland Hypnotherapy - Psychologist Is change required in your life? Anxiety, Stress, Habits, Trauma, Weight, Smoking and more.

Quiet Flaxton location. Medicare and Healthfund rebates may apply.

Matt Vance: 0415 463 976 www.hinterlandhypnotherapy.com.au

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Stephen Hammond Optometry

Psychic Readings/Tarot Kerry Laizans: Readings that bring together insightful intuition and holistic counselling, Kerry is available for events such as weddings, by appointment in Maleny, by phone or online. Contact: 0411 488 291 or at throughthevortex.org

WELLNESS - MIND BODY SPIRIT Praxis Therapy Clinical Hypnotherapy, Regression Therapy, Counselling, Reconnective Healing®, The Reconnection™, LBL Regression, FIR Crystal Bio-Mat, Art Workshops. Skype available.

Sunshine Coast by appointment only.

Ph. 0417 754 242 – www.praxistherapy.com.au

Metafisica Natural Therapies We offer Egyptian, Hawaiian, Brazilian massages.

Transformation energy treatments to clear emotional/physical pain, blockages, karmic, genetic & cellular memories. Past, present, future, life path, divine purpose readings. Mediumship.

Colour healing mist sauna. Dalila 0411 033 730 visit www.metafisica.com.au

44 Lowe St, Nambour Ph: 5476 2333

Maleny Optical Deborah & Stephen Hammond are proud to be local, independent eye healthcare providers.

Focussed on quality care for you and your family, giving your eye health and vision the best personalised attention it requires and deserves.

Shop 8 Riverside Centre, 8 Maple St Maleny Ph: 5435 2733

PHYSIOTHERAPY/OSTEOPATHY Maleny Physiotherapist Tim & Mary Bagshaw. For all of your Physiotherapy requirements.

1/70 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph: 5494 3911 www.malenyphysiotherapy.com.au

Eudlo Osteopathy – Thomas Whitton Gentle manipulative therapy for body dysfunction and pain in all ages.

13 Rosebed Street, Eudlo Ph: 5445 9555

Range of Motion Physiotherapy Mapleton - Montville - Maleny - Imbil Russ, Barbs, Lauren and Kerrie. Providing the highest quality care to restore & maintain optimal physical function & mobility.

Ph: 5478 6600 www.rangeofmotion.com.au

Maleny Osteopathy Assessing and solving your muscular, joint and spinal pain problems using ‘hands on’ manual therapy. Effective in treating postural strain, neck and back pain, aches, strains, stiffness, and sports injuries. Ph: 5494 2388 www.malenyosteopathy.com.au

PERSONAL TRAINER, FITNESS, DANCE Get Active!!!

Group Fitness & Personal Training Join me for a fun affordable and social way to achieve a fit and healthy body. All fitness levels welcome, fully qualified trainer. ‘Your Goals Are My Goals’. Rachel Ph: 0423 618 945 Email: rachel.lockman@yahoo.com.au

Montville Personal Training and Wellbeing Where “your fitness is my focus.”

Personal training in small groups.

Training and classes include boxing, straight, cardio, pilates. Call Sonya: 0402 423 141

Conscious Energy Past Life Regression - learn about your soul’s journey through time. Combined Energy Healing & Intuitive Reading -gain insight and positive change. Energetic Alignment -step into your true nature in a powerful way. Kirsten Rothe Ph: 0400 197 997 www.consciousenergy.com.au

Lady Mountain Healing & Readings Frownstrong Tarot Readings, Healings include Aura Wipes, Women’s Healing Massage, Well Being Counselling. Well Being Sciences Practitioner. Maleny and Montville Jennifer Marie Ph: 0499 603 248 www.ladymountaintherapies.com.au

YOGA PILATES AND MEDITATION Melissa's Healing Space - Yoga/ Mindfulness Meditation classes @ Curramore Studio Tues 6 -7.30pm (Gentle yoga), Fri 9.3011.15am (General yoga), Fri 11.30 - 12.30pm (Meditation Class), Fri 12.45-1.45pm (Chair/Gentle yoga) Ph: 0417 200 192 e: melissa@melissashealingspace.com www.melissashealingspace.com

Yoga with Lottie energising & relaxing Optional handheld weights sometimes, finishing with deep relaxation. Mon 10.30am, Thurs 9.30am all levels. No need to book.

Maleny Showgrounds Pavillion Ph: 5313 7756 www.YogaWellness.info

Maleny Yoga Centre Shop 7 Rainforest Plaza Maple St Maleny.

Fully equipped studio. Certified & Experienced Teachers. Beginners & senior classes available, casuals welcome. Ph: 0448 518 734 E: info@malenyyogacentre.com

Pilates in Witta & Maleny Strength, weight-loss, pain management, flexibility, well-being. Qualified Instructor.

Group mat classes using small props. Friday & Saturdays. All welcome. Kid friendly classes.

Bec: 0421 983 321; pilatesplatform@gmail.com pilatesplatform.com.au

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Professional Services ACCOUNTING & TAXATION Frederick A Forbes - Accountant & Registered Tax Agent Specialising in small business & individual tax returns. Primary producers, rentals, investors, salary & wages. Personal & professional service.

3/15 Maple St, Maleny. Ph: 5491 1504 0434 996 608. E: forbestax@bigpond.com

COMPUTER / WEB SERVICES/VIDEO Concept IT Systems - reliability & service New computers & repairs. Internet setup & websites. Printers, scanners, ink refills, cameras.

Authorised Apple reseller. Onsite service.

Drop in to discuss you computer needs.

Shop 6 Riverside Centre Maleny 5429 6750 or sales@conceptsystems.com.au

ENGINEER Parteck Consulting - 33 years experience Civil-Structural Engineers & Environmental Planners. Property Development, Building Inspections & Reports, Structural & foundation Design, Soil, Stability & Wastewater. Locally owned. 5494 1368 or 0418 711 408 contact@parteckconsulting.com www.parteckconsulting.com Michael Kingsbury - Maleny based Civil & Structural Engineer with over 40 years experience. Engineering & Building Design for residential & small commercial projects.

Alternative methods of building are catered for.

Ph: 0428 674 040 michaelkingsburydesign@gmail.com

FINANCE ANZ Mobile Lending Buying your first home ? Let us come to you!

ANZ Mobile Lending have dedicated home loan experts who come to you anywhere, anytime.

Covering all of the Hinterland.

Office: 5435 2124 / Mobile: 0408 734 152

Trades & Services LEGAL SERVICES

Sam Archer - BOQ Maleny Remember when having a Bank Manager actually meant having a Bank Manager!!!

Here’s my number 5499 9855 or 0407 407 070 Doug Tognolini – iQ Money Management “Growing & Protecting your Wealth” We provide a full range of financial services including; Superannuation (including SMSF’s), Retirement Planning, Wealth Creation & Life Insurance. Ph: 5442 2764 / 0409 594 044

GOVERNMENT SERVICES QGAP Maleny - Maleny Police Station Mon, Tue, Thurs 9am – 12noon & 12:30pm – 2pm New Registrations & Housing close 11am & 1pm Transport & Main Roads (NOT Driver Licensing) / Births, Deaths & Marriages, Seniors Card Applications / & more. EFTPOS & Credit cards preferred. Manager Judy Phipps 10 Macadamia Drive Maleny – Ph: 07 5420 5320

INSURANCE BROKER Melissa Berglas – Comsure Sunshine Coast Specialising in all types of commercial insurance for your business. We take particular care matching your business to insurance policies, minimising exclusions that could cost your thousands. Based in the hinterland, we are your strong advocate in the event of a claim. Ph: 0477 200 091 / 5641 2545 Email: melissab@comsure.com.au www.sunshinecoastinsurancebrokers.com.au

INTERIOR STYLIST Jam Design Wanting to discover the unique you for your home décor? Colour consultations at reasonable rates for interior & exteriors.

New homes, renovations or commercial.

Ph Jill 0404 558 525 jamdesign3@bigpond.com

Get your business noticed for only $44 per month ($33.00 for ongoing advertising) Contact Karen Muir: 0414 432 423

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Range Airconditioning Lic. No L016305 Supply and installation of high quality, energy efficient, ducted and wall mounted reverse cycle, split air conditioning systems for cooling, heating and de-humidification. Ph Yelma on 5494 3459 or 0421 488 048 E: rangeaircon@gmail.com

Easton Lawyers Tove Easton Principal Lawyer Your Local Lawyers in Maleny 62 Maple St, Maleny Ph: 5494 3511 Email: tove@eastonlawyers.com.au Lember and Williams (the LAW team) Carolyn Williams City Expertise, small town service 9 Bunya Street Maleny Ph: 5495 1499 Email: carolyn@landw.com.au www.landw.com.au Baker Robinson Lawyers Steve Robinson – Mary McIver Experienced Professional Legal Team Suite 7, 43 Maple St Maleny Ph: 5494 2665 E: maleny@brlawyers.com.au www.brlawyers.com.au

ANTENNAS Jim's Antennas Digital & problem reception specialists.

Locally owned, servicing the hinterland.

Call Craig Titheradge today for a free quote.

Ph: 131 546 www.jimsantennas.com.au Merv Schulz Maleny TV Antennas Est business in Maleny and the hinterland for over 30 years. For all your digital TV reception / antenna needs, including satellite installations.

Insurance quotes. Friendly reliable service.

0418 774 958, or in the evenings on 5494 2876.

CABINETMAKER Paul Randall Cabinetmaker of Maleny New & renovated kitchens & vanities benchtops a speciality - stone, timber & laminated finishes. Home Offices, Wall Units, Wardrobes. Ph: 0432 953 186 Lic QBSA 1162819. Member Master Builders.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT REPAIRS Christensen’s Music Repairs & servicing to wind and string instruments: saxophones, clarinets, flutes, trumpets, trombones, guitars, violins. Minor repairs, services, overhauls.

3 months guarantee on all work. Est 20 years.

Rod: 0407 131 215 / www.christensensmusic.com.au/ instrument-service-repairs

PICTURE FRAMING Holden’s Gallery Custom framing by professionals. Items including art, needlecraft, memorabilia, etc.

Mon to Fri: 10am–4pm; Saturday: 10am–1pm.

Cnr. Coral & Myrtle St. Maleny Ph: 5494 2100; www.holdensgallery.com.au

TRAVEL AGENTS Bob Malcolm – CEO Maleny Credit Union We have the experience to provide financial solutions for your everyday life. All loan approvals and other key decisions are made locally by people you can talk to.

Give us a try. 5499 8988

AIR CONDITIONING

Above & Beyond Travel We take pride in our attention to detail and providing you with a unique travel experience. Shop 2 Riverside Centre Maleny.

Ph: 07 5499 9015 or nicola@abovebeyondtravel.com.au Maleny Cruise and Travel Maleny Cruise & Travel is a bespoke travel company that has been taking the stress out of travel for over 20 years.

39 Maple Street, Maleny Ph: 5499 9111 E: gillian@malenytravel.com.au www.malenytravel.com.au

REAL ESTATE Remax Hinterland Nobody in the world sells more Real Estate than RE/MAX. Office: 07 5408 4220 Sales: 0447 737 737, 2/10 Maple St, Maleny www.remaxhinterland.com.au Humphries and Fisk Whether you are looking to buy or sell, Ian and Pat, with over 20 years experience on the range would love to share their expert local knowledge with you. Ph: 07 5494 3344, Fax: 07 5494 3488 20 Maple St, Maleny. www.malenypropertysales.com.au/ Ray White Maleny One of the leading real estate agency's for the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

Unit 1, 5 Maple Street, Maleny Ph: 5499 9966 http://raywhitemaleny.com.au/

VETERINARY CARE District Vets Maleny Veterinarian Susan Portas and her team provide professional, compassionate care for your pets. Hours Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 8am-6pm; Wed 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-12noon 7 Myrtle St Maleny Ph: 5499 9077 Montville Veterinary Clinic Est. in 2004 and operating as a branch of our Sunshine Hinterland Veterinary Clinic in Nambour. We take pride in personalised pet care. 26 Kondalilla Falls Rd Montville Consultation by appointment: 0401 012 884

CAR CARE Car Care Maroochydore, Nambour, Hinterland Premium mobile detailing from wash to major interior/exterior details. Own power and water.

We come to you (home or work).

Call Mark 0402 988 003 / 1300 227 227

CARPENTRY Patios, decks, renovations, new work All aspects of carpentry from planning to the finished product. All work guaranteed Qld BSA No 103-1105 Ph Steve: 0402 167 355 Tim Clark Carpenter Trade qualified local and licensed. QBCC 47098 Stairs, carports, decks, renovations, extensions, home & building maintenance, creative work.

Ask us about our unique pricing method.

Phone Tim for a fair quote: 0412 854 222 Centenary Carpentry With almost 20 years experience Scott is highly experienced in all aspects of carpentry including decks, patios, pergolas, termite damage, fit out, renovations and so much more. For a professional job call Scott on 0414 826 266. QBCC 1040187 www.centenarycarpentry.com.au

CARPET CLEANING Range Carpet Care Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning & Protection Ph: 5445 7611 or 0418 776 578

CARPET & VINYL LAYERS Flash Floor Covering Service is your local, qualified carpet and vinyl and vinyl plank layer.

All aspects of laying, repair work and restreching. Call Daniel on 0400 551 730 for a free measure and quote.

CHAINSAW & TREE WORK All Trees to Chip Trees and Gardens Tree Fellers 2 Chippers Phone Rob Milner: 0427 343 232 Tony Wootton Tree Surgeon. Dip Hort(Arb) Operating locally since 1996. Tree assessments and advice. Trees and shrubs pruned and detailed. Hazardous trees removed.

M: 0403 467 664 Ph: 54 944 917 www.twtreesurgeon.com BRM Tree Services All forms of tree & palm care. Certified climbing arborist & insured. Storm Damage/ Hazardous Trees, Drone inspections, removals, trimming, mulching, tight access, stump grinding & land/ block clearing. Free Quotes & Advice. Benjamin R Miller 0401 441 945 – BRMTreeservices@outlook.com / BRMTreeservices.com.au

CLOCK REPAIR Montville Clockshop Repairs for Cuckoo, Grandfather, Mantle, Wall Clocks. Antique clock restoration. We can supply quartz movement and parts, and repair quartz clocks. P: 07 5442 9409. www.clockshop.com.au enquiries@clockshop.com.au

Trades & Services

Get your business noticed for only $44 per month ($33.00 for ongoing advertising)

CURTAINS, BLINDS, SECURITY

MECHANICAL

FENCING & AUTOMATIC GATES

MOWERS – RETAIL

Honest Johns Fencing For domestic fencing styles. Timber, Colorbond, Chainwire, Timber Retaining. Free quotes. Have confidence in knowing the man who does the quote, does the job. Smaller jobs, $3300.00 and under. john@honestjohnsfencing.com.au

FIREWOOD

PLUMBING & WASTEWATER cont.

Montville Auto All things Mechanical All your mechanical needs in one place from cars to farming machinery. If you can’t get it to us, we will come to you.

12 Balmoral Rd Montville Ph: 5442 9413 M: 0403 104 774

Custom Curtains and Shade Specialising in custom made Blinds, Awnings, Shutters, Curtains, Security and Umbrellas.

Professional advice and installation. Servicing the hinterland since 1989. Call us for a free measure and quote. Ph: 5494 6898

AML Plumbing QBCC 15037335/1293749 Servicing the Sunshine Coast and surrounds.

General plumbing and gas maintenance, blocked drains & burst pipes, Seniors discount, renovations, taps / toilets, hot water systems.

Contact Mitch – 0407 966 665

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

Maleny Mowers Your one stop mower shop for all sales, service and repairs. Pick-up and delivery service available.

12 Bunya St Maleny. Ph: 5494 3144 www.malenymowers.com.au

4CP Promotional Products We can print it! For all your promotional products from banners to stickers, pens to magnets, flyers to A-Frames. Shop 8, 18 Blackall St, Woombye (down Sunny Side Lane) Ph: 5442 3341

MOWING AND GARDENING Firewood Delivery in Maleny and surrounding areas.

All seasoned hardwood $140 per cubic metre.

Contact Craig on 0457 907 520 or email taylorsfarmenquiries@ gmail.com

GAS SERVICES Sunshine Gas Services Sunshine Coast based family business.

Domestic and commercial gas appliances. High efficiency hot water systems. Highly trained service team. 8 Daniel St, Caloundra Ph: 07 5491 4199; 0412 116 362

GUTTER CLEANING Gutter Sucker Gutter Sucker specialises in cleaning your guttering. a unique portable operation for the efficient and effective removal of leaves and rubbish from all types of gutters and roofs.

Ph: 1800 558 745 or 0402 456 391 Roof & Gutter Maintenance Clean gutters, Blocked downpipes, New & repair downpipes, Roof repairs & leaks, Fix leaking gutters, New gutters & fascias, Install & service whirly birds, Skylights & Water Tanks Free quotes, local bloke, over 20 yrs experience Phone Brad 0419 712 081

Daniel Joyce - Mowing and Gardening Professional lawn and gardening services with pride. Hedge trimming, ride-on & push-mowing, whipper-snipping, pruning, organic weed control.

Ph: 0429 999 613 dan@joycemowing.com.au Follow us on facebook.

RENDERING Wrapped in Render Specialising in all types of render, texture, plaster and paint finishes. 25 yrs local experience.

Professional attitude and quality workmanship.

New homes and renovations, no job too big or small. Contact Steve 0417 706 840

PA / SOUND SYSTEMS Tom’s Sound Tom’s Sound has many years’ experience providing PA and sound to weddings, festivals, parties and other events.

Ph: 0437 279 505 E: tnealson@gmail.com

ROCK WALLS

City to Surf Painting & Decorating Re-paints & new work, industrial coatings, decorative finishes, Anti mould coatings. Quality & value for money guaranteed. Servicing the Range & beyond. BSA 1117847 Phone Richard Daveson: 0418 708 620

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Phil Watts Quality Rock Walls Retaining, free standing design and construction.

Hand crafted feature stonework specialist. Built by local qualified stonemason, 40 years experience with 23 years here on the range. Ph: 5445 7218 or mobile: 0401 535 476 e: philsrocks@hotmail.com

PAINTING

Rob Presnell Painting Flaxton Quality workmanship and professional service, 2 pak coatings, sprayed texture coatings for floors and driveways, commercial line marking and roof coatings. Local reliable painter servicing the hinterland for 10yrs. Ph: 0451 100 286

A Load of Rubbish Friendly, reliable rubbish collection service.

All green and general waste. Cheap rates. Servicing Cooroy to Caloundra, Kenilworth to the Coast.

Call Andy: 0406 932 663 www.aloadofrubbish.com.au www.facebook.com/aloadofrubbishsunshinecoast

RURAL PRODUCTS Brazzen Rural Products For all your animal handling needs. We stock cattle and sheep panels, cattle crushes, horse round yards, dog/chicken cages, ramps, gates.

Free delivery to local area. Enquiries: 0418 528 939

HANDYMAN & HOME MAINTENANCE Montville Handy Man 20 years building experience. All concreting, carpentry, home maintenance and repairs.

Prompt and reliable service. Garden clean-up.

Competitive rates. Ph: Wayne 0434 724 030 Hatch's Home Maintenance Qualified Cabinet Maker, 35 years experience.

Update * Renew * Repair * Plastering * Cabinets * Tiling * Call John Ph: 0404 056 147 hatchshomemaintenance@hotmail.com QBA Lic. No 1242008

KITCHENS Kidds for Kitchens -Russell Kidd QBCC 478438 Now servicing the local area. Kitchens, Vanities, Robes. No matter your requirements we can help from laminated cabinets to stone bench tops with two-pac doors. Established over 35 yrs with CNC equipped factory. Call Russell: 0409 275 378 or factory: 4162 3732 – www.kiddsforkitchens.net

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

PLANT NURSERIES Forest Heart Your Local Native Plant Nursery.

Specialising is the native plants of SE QLD for Revegetation, Gardens, Habitat 20 Coral Street, Maleny Ph: 07 5435 2193 www.forestheart.com.au Barung Landcare Native Plant Nursery Your local community nursery stocks an extensive range of species indigenous to the Blackall Range and surrounds. Open to the public Wed–Fri 9am–3pm, Sat 9am–12pm Ph: 0429 943 152 E: nursery@barunglandcare.org.au

A-OK Security Considering an ALARM or CCTV System?

Please call A-OK Security Sunshine Coast on 1300 606 303.

SMASH REPAIRS Palmwoods Smash Repairs Panel beating & spray painting by professional tradesmen. Insurance & private work. Direct link to insurance companies. Repair, paint, weld or makeover.

All work guaranteed. Ph: 5478 8922

PLASTERING Castle Plaster P/L Fibrous Plaster and Plasterboard-fixing, setting, cornices, steel frames and suspended ceilings.

New homes and renovations. No job too big or small. Est 1980 Contact John: 0417 275 241

SOLAR Negawatts Electrical & Solar Power Call Us Last For A Competitive Quote!

Over 1000 local installations – Grid & Off-Grid & Battery Storage. CEC Licensed Installer A5100260 quality components - designed to last.

Phone Gary Phillips: 0407 760 838 info@negawatts.com.au

PLUMBING & WASTEWATER

Amber Leaf Landscaping Looking for a landscaper who can deliver?

Tohm Hajncl heads the team that offers you guaranteed quality. Choose from landscaping consultations, designs, construction and planting, pre-sale makeovers and specialised maintenance services. Ph: 5445 9801 www.amberleaf.com.au

Anderson Plumbing & Roofing QBSA1066328 Plumbing, drainage & roofing. New work, renos, maintenance specialists. Septic systems, blocked drains, high pressure ‘sewer jett’ drain cleaner, drain camera, cable locations, tank installations, roof & guttering. Ph: 5494 3340 or 0409 541 475

Handbuilt Stone QBSA1235589 Licensed, range-based professional. Traditional rock walls, pillars, steps, paving, entrance walls and all garden features. Visit our website to see previous work for inspiration. Phone Chris on 0438 811 975 – www.handbuiltstone.com

Sky Plumbing & Gas Fitting BSA 1078655 Guttering, Water Tanks, Filters and Pump Installation. Septic Trenches, Holding Tanks, Blocked Drains. Heat Pumps & Gas Installation.

Landlord water reports.

Water Hammer solutions. Ph: 042 11 66 882

Loors Landscaping (est: 1987) From concept to creation all aspects of structural and soft landscaping.

Ph: 5445 7615 Mob: 0412 680 801

Suncoast Liquid Waste Removal Local owner/operator specialising in commercial / domestic waste water pump outs- septics, treatment plants, grey water, holding tanks, pond/pool sludge, drains etc. Avoid costly blockages & system failure with prompt, reliable & expert service. Tank assessments available. EPA licensed and fully insured. Call 0439 646 707

Stone on the Range Stuck for ideas? Speak to Jim, he’s an effective communicator. All stonework including raised vegie gardens, creek beds, waterfalls, sculptural features, driveway entrances, walls, steps, fire pits, steep site specialist. Ph: 0401 308 824 E: jimrstoneart@gmail.com

SECURITY SYSTEMS

Bruce Morris Plumbing QBSA lic 456322 24hr emergency service, all plumbing, building, maintenance installation domestic and commercial. Gas installations, septic/ drainage, hot water, solar, bathroom renovations, leaking roofs. Ph: 0410 457 606

All Energy HQ – Solar & Battery Storage Locals (since 1989) you can trust, providing only the highest quality products. Solar installations and upgrades - home and businesses Battery storage. 10 Jeffreys Rd, Glasshouse Mtns Ph: 5438 7200 E: sales@allenergyhq.com.au W: allenergyhq.com.au

TINTING Hinterland Tints Window Tinting for all flat glass with our 25 years experience. We ARE the problem solvers for Fading, too much Heat, not enough Privacy, too much Glare or Glass Security and strengthening.

Excellent warranties.

Call Tony for a Free quote: 0411 777 922

TANK CLEANING Pristine Water Systems Full tanks cleaned, minimal water loss. Potable water treatment and correction, bacteria control, filtration, supply and service. Free appraisals.

Phone Allen: 0404 302 723

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What’s on in ...

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JANUARY 1-7

Lost Treasure Market, 9am-5pm, Maleny Community Centre

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BRVA New Year Exhibition, 9.30-4pm St Mary's Hall, Montville

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Bookings open for the January SC Libraries program: 5475 8989

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SRC Station - Create your own SRC mascot, board game or anything you want! Ages 2+, free, 9.30am11am Maleny Library, 10am-11am Beerwah Library

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Maleny Dance Academy Open Day, Presbyterian Hall, 12 Cedar Street, Maleny

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Ozobot Pacman, learn to program an Ozobot to play Pacman style games. Activity suitable for ages 8+. To avoid disappointment be aware the age limit is strictly monitored. Free, but bookings essential. Beerwah Library: Jan 8 9.30-10.30am, 11am-noon, Nambour Library: Jan 12, 9.3010.30am and 11am-noon

8, 15 Activity Day - Word finds, puzzles and colour-ins to keep you entertained. All ages, free, Beerwah, Nambour and Maleny Library 9am-5.30pm, Kenilworth Library 2pm-5pm 9

Sonic Explorers Ages 8 -17, 9.30am and noon, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

9, 11 Battle Bots - With your teammates learn to code and battle a Ezrobot and become the champion Robot Overlord. Activity suitable for ages 10+.

To avoid disappointment be aware the age limit is strictly monitored. Free, but ookings essential.

Beerwah Library: Jan 9, 9.30-11am, Nambour Library: Jan 11, 9.30-11am 10

Bird Scratchings, Ages 8 -12, 9.30am and noon, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, by Karen Shaw

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Fuzzy Furry Friends Puppet Show - Join Gem Gem and the Fuzzy Furry friends on an exciting, musical, fun-filled adventure! All ages. Beerwah Library: 9.30-10.30am, free, bookings essential.

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Snake Boss - meet Julia Baker, Animal Planet's Snake Boss and her reptile friends. Activity suitable for ages 5+., free, bookings essential. Nambour Library: 9.30-10.30am, Maleny Library: 3-4pm

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Eckankar Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, weekly Wednesdays 6-7.30pm, Jennifer: 0429 957 989

15-19 Dance Holiday Workshop, Heartspace Performing Arts Centre, 0403 091 200

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Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival Spicers Tamarind Retreat

16, 18 Summer Storytime free for the whole family to enjoy, suitable for all ages. Maleny and Beerwah Library: Jan 16, 6pm-6.30pm, Nambour Library: Jan 18, 6pm-6.30pm

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Valentine's Day

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2018 Flame Hill annual grape ‘Stomp’

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Robot Mouse, code the robot to run the maze and find the cheese. Activity suitable for ages 6+, free.

Bookings essential. Maleny Library: 9.30-10.30am and 11am-noon

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Eckankar Tewantin, CWA Hall, 6-7.30pm, Jennifer: 0429 957 989

19-21 Ginger Flower and Food Festival, Yandina 22

School resumes

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Australia Day events including Big Apex Breakfast, Citizenship Ceremony, Aussie Day Expo, Maleny Showgrounds

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Remembrance Ceremony, 10- 11am, RSL Maleny

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Montville Village Association Australia Day Breakfast, from 7-8am

26-28 Australian Film Festival, Maleny Community Centre 27

Belli Community Hall Old Time Dance

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Hang Space event and launch of Boomerang Bags Maleny, 9am to 3pm, at 20 Coral Street Maleny.

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Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve workshop: Birds behaving badly: Living alongside birds in urban environments (free, 3 - 4.30pm) by Professor Darryl Jones, Griffith university

Game Station game on retro style. Come in and discover pacman, sega and Wii gaming. Free activity suitable for ages 7+. Nambour and Maleny Library: 9.30-11am

10-18 Build and decorate a kite so you can really enjoy the summer, ages 5+, free, bookings essential. Jan 10: Kenilworth Library 10.30am-noon, Maleny Library Jan 11, 9.30-11am, Nambour Library: Jan 17, 9.30-11am, Beerwah Library Jan 18, 10-11am 11

FEBRUARY

Be a Satin Bowerbird Ages 6 - 17, 9am and 11.30am by local artist Miles Allen, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

Are you ready for some storytelling from Gregg Dreise at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve on January 12?

Tuition and Workshops Piano Tuition Experienced teacher – all levels Experienced Accompanist – exams, concerts & rehearsals Dee Steele: 0413 253 193

Sound Frequency Group Healing This powerful technique will allow you to experience greater harmony & peace within, by raising up your vibration, balancing the energy centres and releasing blocks in the body. Everyone Welcome.

Ph Roslyn: 0488 080 285

Make your own furniture workshop One-day workshops making funky functional furniture. Identify suitable materials & create your own unique piece using simple wood-working tools.

Materials & lunch included $175.

Gift vouchers.

Ph Richard: 5422 9291 www.richardknightwoodworks.com.au

Bonjour! Want to learn French?

Working or planning a holiday where French is spoken? Group classes or one on one only $25/hr in Maleny.

Ph Jacques 0438 759 581 or email: cramatte@bigpond.com

Learn to Weave

11,17 Free Big Games, lifesize games for the whole family to enjoy, Beerwah Library Jan 11: 2-3.30pm, Kenilworth Library Jan 17: 10.30-11.30am 11, 25 Fix It Café, 9am till 2pm, Maleny Neighbourhood Centre 12

Birds Storytelling Ages 4 - 12, 9.30am and noon, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve by Gregg Dreise

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U3A Open Day, university of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs

Maleny's Aussie Day Expo is free entry, free fun and free games on January 26 Image FYRE Photography

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with New Zealand Flax with Maleny Maori artist Alice Spittle. Connect with nature and get creative using traditional NZ Maori techniques. Workshops run at the Kondalilla Eco Resort in Montville and are only $85.

For more information please visit www.artandwellbeing.com.au

Essential Elements of Drawing for beginners and dabblers.

New Thursday Studio Sessions in Montville – creative energy, motivation and inspiration. ArtSpace Western Avenue. For further information Ph Barbie: +61 417 076 815 avenidaonwestern@gmail.com

Make your Workshop a Success From as little as $33.00 an issue, list your workshop.

Ph: 5499 9049 or email advertising@hinterlandtimes.com.au

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JANUARY is Sale month at HEALTHY

GARDEN CENTRE with FOUNTAIN, GIFTS and FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS

STANLEY ROGERS COOKWARE featuring the new copper range

ALL HOMEWARES

10% off

HOMEWARES HALF-ROUND BUSH LOG FRAMED WITH WROUGHT IRON

A wide selection of classic

PERSIAN RUGS

30% off IN JANUARY

IN JANUARY

Sale Month It’s that time of the year. Maybe you have visitors – or maybe you are just looking for something interesting to do???

HEALTHY HOMEWARES is the complete shopping excursion. It starts with ample parking.

Just follow the P sign on the side of the building.

Then take the elevator to the garden centre/ florist on the first floor – or, to the homewares centre/café on the second floor.

Here’s what our customers have been saying…

“This shop was highly recommended to me as somewhere with a high level of integrity and it does not disappoint” “Amazing business! Plenty of locally made gifts and homewares.

I shop here regularly and recommend it to everyone. Really helpful staff and beautiful cafe” “You have done such an amazing job, the fact that we now have a place to buy homewares with a conscience” Healthy Homewares is an adventure…

There is nothing else like it in Australia – because, we built it for you…

Allow yourself a couple of hours as there are uniquely fascinating items wherever you look. …And, because of this issue of Hinterland Times, we’re keeping our New Year’s sale running throughout January.

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Top of the town, 74 Maple St Maleny www.healthyhomewares.com.au 5429 6557 for Homewares 5494 2651 for the Café | 5494 2683 for the Florist