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The Cooroora Connect An Initiative of Pomona & District Community House October 2017 Excitement builds for Cooroy Farmers & Artisans Market

District’s season of fun continues Cooran next community to celebrate

The first Cooroy Farmers and Artisans Market on Saturday, 7 October is looking to be a success, with more than 45 stalls booked; some great entertainment and a special guest appearance from popular Australian chef Matt Golinski.

The markets will run from 6am to noon and Matt Golinski will be cooking up a storm with local produce from 9.30am to 10.30am.

“I’m passionate about supporting primary producers and food artisans and a great way to do that is to visit your local farmers market,” Matt said.

There is more entertainment on offer with Cooroy musician Jamison Kehl performing from 8am. Sixteenyear-old Jamieson was one of 10 young women from Queensland to take part in the inaugural Big Sky Girl Mentoring Program this year and has since been performing around the Coast, recently releasing her first single, Limerence.

The smiling faces tell the story of a successful Noosa Country Show that was held under blue skies, attracting large crowds.

Car club swap meet The Combined Coastal Car Club will host the annual Cooroy Car Show and Swap Meet on Sunday,22 October.

The organisers are accepting late entries. All makes and models, also machinery are welcome, including hotrods, classic, custom and muscle, new and old. A free jumping castle and face painting are available for children.

finishing at 9am when the gates open to the public.

Admission prices are $3 for adults, with children under 15 free when accompanied by an adult.

Show and shine entrants will pay $10 per car (includes car and driver).

Swap sites will cost $10 (overnight camping available). N0 dogs or alcohol please.

For more information: Food and drink will be Brendan 0412 909 112; available to purchase on the Darryl 0407 588 697. day.

A percentage of the funds The swap meet opens early raised on the day go to local at 6am, when set-up and charities.

Continued page 2 registration commences,

Following the success of the 108th Noosa Country Show, with record entries in the horse events and above standard dairy and stud cattle displays, the focus of the hinterland’s season of fun switches to Cooran where the local community fair will be held at the Cutters Football Field, Bridge Street, on Saturday, 21 October.

The family day out will include fun stalls, demonstrations, competitions, and rides, while great food will be on offer from 1pm.

There will be live music and entertainment throughout the day, and fireworks will commence from 7.30pm.

This is a child-friendly event, with free admission for all. Fundraising from the day will aid the Cooran State School.

Show wrap-up on pages 6-7

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Chef to feature at inaugural markets From page 1 “We really appreciate all the support we’ve been given for the markets. We are really pleased with the response from stallholders too, with a great selection of produce, food products and artists with artworks that are Made in the Biosphere,” said one of the organisers, Danielle Taylor.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy advises that its fourth annual Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival planning is well under way.

“One thing you won’t be seeing at these markets is imported or massproduced items. At each market there will also be stall space donated to a community group to utilise as a fundraiser and/or to raise awareness.

This festival will be held on Sunday, 15 October at the Cooroy Mountain Spring Water property from 6.30am to 2pm. This is a once a year opportunity to view the mountain and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.

“At the first market, there will be two community groups: the Cooroy Eumundi Cricket Club doing a sausage sizzle, and BFFs, also known as Butter Factory Friends, raising awareness about the great work they do.”

The markets will be held on the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month to support local growers and artists and highlight the diversity of produce and talent in our region.

For more information visit www.cooroymarket.com.au or find them on Facebook at @cooroymarket.

Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival

Pomona-based chef and new dad, Mat Golinski will entertain the crowd at Cooroy's new farmers and artisan markets.

Matt is passionate about quality of fresh produce available from Noosa and the Mary Valley and is a food ambassador for promoting fruit and produce of the Gympie region.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy raises much needed funds for local charities. The main beneficiary this year will be Sunshine Butterflies, a local disability support service and charity supporting babies, kids, tweens, teens and adults with a disability and their families.

The event attracts over 2,000 visitors and the day is jam-packed with bush poets, music from the Pineapple Crush Ukulele Band and Bush Poet to interest visitors.

The highlight is the mountain climb. Once at the top, participants enjoy the scenic views of the beaches to the East and Hinterland to the West.

McDermott Aviation will provide helicopter flights over Cooroy and the hinterland. This is a great attraction and those who arrive early and purchase tickets can expect to be enthralled.

Covered footwear is essential.

Cost $10 per person - under 16 years are free.

The Rotary Club of Cooroy raises much needed funds for local charities.

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Pomona’s spring art market in the paddock

A celebration of Noosa’s history

The Old Railway Station Gallery is holding a Spring Art Market in the Paddock on Saturday, 28 October from 9am to 1pm.

In celebration of the shire’s history, Noosa Shire Museum will hold its fifth “Past Present Future” Heritage Forum on Saturday 21 October in the Uniting Church hall next door to the museum at Pomona.

The market is all about promoting local artists, artisans and crafts persons, and giving the public an opportunity to meet with our creative community.

Quality artwork similar to that available at the last market in the paddock (above) will be available for sale.

There will be many stalls exhibiting paintings, ceramics, woodwork, handcrafts, jewellery and more, making this the perfect opportunity to buy local art and craft direct from the artists.

FlashJack, playing a mix of Celtic and Old Time Swing. Homemade goodies and refreshments will be available for purchase.

Nothing will be priced over $100 and all proceeds go to the artists.

Be entertained by

On at the Gallery’s Carriage Exhibition Room will be an exhibition of artwork by Lies Donovan titled

Fabulous Fakes - which runs from 27 October to 21 November.

For artists interested in holding a stall, registration forms can be downloaded from our website or obtained from the Gallery at 10 Station Street, Pomona.

Telephone 5485 2950.

The events program will start at 1pm and will include four sessions conducted by interesting speakers, including Wendy Birrell of Discover Eumundi, Maxine Stibbe speaking on the importance of community arts and heritage, while Melinda Serico will speak about Gubbi Gubbi indigenous heritage.

Nathanael Ford will speak about the Pomona Memorial Rotunda.

The program will also include questions and answers, with the day concluding at 4pm. Entry is $10, or $8 concession, per person.

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Big dry forces cancellation of Noosa great walk As the big dry continues to grip the hinterland, forcing many residents relying on tanks to buy in drinking water, the effects of the drought continue to be felt, and forcing cancellation of this year’s Great Noosa Trail Walk.

risk in the local area and very concerned for the heat and bushfire conditions, as walkers would have been required to travel on steep terrain in dry conditions over the Wahpunga Range in particular, and Woondum Plateau.

More than 100 walkers had booked for In addition, an existing fire has been the popular three-day event that was smouldering across extensive areas of to begin on 30 September. the Woondum Plateau for the last three weeks. They are very relieved we The organiser of the big walk, Shaun have cancelled the walk for the safety Walsh, said a decision to cancel the event had been made reluctantly, due of all.” to heat, drought and the fire hazard.

The decision will cause organisers to consider future great walk events for an earlier date, possible May. “Our last significant rainfall was in March. It is very dry and unpleasant.

The extended weather forecast is for above 30 degrees for most days, while it was anticipated to be 33 degrees on the Saturday / Sunday of the walk.

“The rural fire service at Kin Kin were very concerned for fuel loads and fire

Shaun Walsh said all walkers were entitled to a full refund. Alternatively the fee could be retained for a rescheduled walk being planned tentatively for the May Long Weekend 2018.

Those affected are invited to email info@greatnoosatrailwalk.com.au, advising which option applies to them.

Refunds will be via the Trybooking system, refunding to the card used in the original transaction.

A faulty valve is believed to be responsible for a water leak that developed at the Mount Cooroora Reservoir recently. The leak was spotted by members of the Pomona Pacers Walking Group and was reported to Unity Water.

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Our country show gets better with age We’re all praying for rain, but the 108th annual Noosa Country Show was held under picture perfect blue skies last month as thousands of locals went home happy.

Organisers of this year’s show said there was something for everyone and the ticket sales proved it.

Few country shows have stood the test of time as well as Noosa and the Pomona showground is still the hub of the community, in the town where Noosa Shire was originally formed so many years ago.

For two full days, the main arena was full of horses and activity with people of all ages showing off what they have. Riders from all over Bendigo Bank Manager Geoff Edwards, Noosa Showgirl Bethany Walpole, Cr. Ingrid regional Queensland came to enter, Jackson, Noosa Show President Cameron Magick and Rural Ambassador Chloe Bare. with some as young as five years old.

As with all good shows, there was sideshow alley, rides of all kinds, face painting, great family entertainment and food as far as the eye could see. A massive selection of different goodies meant show goers were spoiled for choice.

Around the showground there was plenty of artwork, baked goods, vegetables and fruit, flowers, jams, photographs, plants and more.

Some 18 sections presented for judging, including horses, flowers and fruit and vegetables in categories for kids and adults and a massive variety throughout the pavilion.

Showbags were a popular favourite with children at this year’s show. Photo: Jamin Philp

We have to thank our many Show president, Cameron Magick, sponsors too. Noosa Council has said he was delighted how things all been a great support, along with came together over the two days.

Geoff Edwards and the team at the "It’s been a labour of love again this Cooroy and Pomona Community year, but we’re very happy with the Bank branches of Bendigo Bank”, Cameron added. way it all came together,” he said.

“We’re a passionate show committee and thrilled with the program we assembled for 2017. I really want to thank them for their incredible efforts, allowing us to showcase the very best of Noosa Country to so many.

The Rooftop Express Show was a big hit on both days, displaying amazing horsemanship to the delight of the crowds, The Honky Tonk Rodeo pro barrel racing, saddle bronc, bareback, poddy calves were popular and of course, the bull ride. Perhaps it was the affordable ticket price that attracted so many for the two days?

Again this year, two stages packed in the live entertainment with great bands including Hard Labour and Shades of Grey along with emerging If you missed the 108th instalment of band Von Vixa, with family this great community get-together, entertainment including clowns and then plan to get along in 2018. magic acts.

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COMMUNITY TALENTS SHINE AT COUNTRY SHOW

by Mia Hacker Wow, so much talent to showcase in our amazing community. Friday saw some record numbers in the district horse jumping events.

There was so much variety in the dog show. The miniature horse competition was a big highlight.

SOME RESULTS FROM THE NOOSA COUNTRY SHOW

Quality beasts were evident in the Stud Beef and Dairy sections on both days.

A new fit-out in the Iris Donga was just what was need for the kitchen space used for preparing food.

The volunteering capacity at the Noosa Country Show is something the shire can be very proud of.

PHOTOGRAPHY Grand Champ Tony MacKenzie

So many people come along to help make all the cogs turn.

Lots of jobs of all description needed to be filled - from stewards organising sections to the boys clearing the woodchop section. The volunteer set-up and packdown crew showed real teamwork to get the jobs done.

The local music-line up this year was awesome, with entertainment galore across two days.

The local schools showed the talents in the musical arts performance. The Cooran Instrumental Band and the Noosaville Choir amazed the audience, with many so pleased to see this talent in primary-aged children.

Some new equipment in the Photography and Art Section saw for a very attractive display.

Clancy the train was very popular with the littlies at this years Noosa Country Show.

Photo: Jamin Philp.

Grand Champ Junior Zoroah Johnson-Gonsal People’s Choice Winner: Rhiannon.

STUD BEEF Cedar Brooke Brahmans: Senior Champ Female and Reserve champ female.

DAIRY Supreme Champion Cow and Senior Champion Cow Tim & Lisa Nicholls.

The animal nursery was very popular with the young children who enjoyed feeding and cuddling the babies.

Photo: Jamin Philp.

WOODCRAFT Grand Champion - Alex Findlay.

ART People’s Choice Winner: Leigh Hooker for artwork title “David Bowie”.

JUNIOR ART Grand Champion Jaim Caskey.

YOUNG FARMERS Lachlan Binton and Zachariah with 2 team mates.

COOKERY Champion Preserve Exhibit - Gloria Taylor.

The Noosa Country Show had something for everyone, including the horse events in the main arena.

Photo: Jamin Philp.

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Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra Sat 14 Oct 2.30pm - 4.30pm

Upcoming Events The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sat 7 Oct - 7.30pm screening

For the final season of 2017, the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra will bring their tour to Pomona to celebrate the wonderful music of English greats such as Elgar, Delius, Bridge, Britten and Holst.

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Iconic Pomona buildings feature during inaugural Sunshine Coast event

by Jackie Bazzo The Pomona Railway Station Gallery, Majestic Theatre and Pomona Fire Station will join 30 other venues as part of the Sunshine Coast Open House event on Saturday 21 October.

Celebrating iconic buildings of architectural significance and held annually in conjunction with World Architecture Day, the event aims to encourage people within local communities to visit buildings which are identified as having significant architectural, cultural and social value through their unique design.

Current occupiers of participating sites are encouraged to share all areas of the building, including areas normally restricted to the public and help visitors learn

more about the building’s history including their purpose for being built and their current use.

The Pomona Railway Gallery will open from 10am – 2pm over the 21-22 October weekend and feature photos of its original installation by crane.

Originally the Pomona Railway Station platform buildings, they were donated by Queensland Rail and moved to their current site. Since opening in March 2001 the gallery has grown from two buildings to now five, creating unique spaces for creative art and crafts.

The magnificent Crompton organ (pictured above) continues to be installed at the Majestic Theatre. It will make the theatre a draw card for organ music aficionados, as well as providing musical accompaniment to silent movies screened at the theatre. undergoing restoration for boasts state-of-the-art almost five years. facilities which include a two-bay drive-through ‘The donated English Engine Shed, training Compton organ is one of only three in Queensland room and office, outdoor and the only one owned by training platform and RCR training pad (Road Crash a private theatre’, said Rescue). organist and volunteer restorer Don Clark.

Its external finishes and design embrace the The Majestic Theatre will ‘Momentum is building as heritage character of the it nears completion and open from 10am – 4pm we have received enquiries town and adjacent local Saturday 21 October and heritage building. give visitors access to the from people around the world keen to see and hear Visitors can meet fire green room for the first it at the Majestic’, he said. officers and see the facility time, and provide a between 10am – 2pm glimpse into its rare organ Opened in 2015, the Saturday 21 October. chamber which has been Pomona Fire Station

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A world of cinema A world of cinema is about to descend on Noosa Junction with the Noosa International Film Festival Opening Night will take arriving from 26-29 place at the outdoor BCC October.

Cinema forecourt in the Immerse yourself in 100 heart of the Noosa inspiring and thoughtJunction with pre-film provoking short and drinks under the stars feature length films from while you mingle with around the world, plus cinema greats and special talks from cinema greats, a guests. fusion of music and film, Official Selection short and workshops for the films will screen over aspiring filmmaker. multiple sessions all NIFF kicks off with its acclaimed Inside Cinema special guest Q&A at The J with Australian Sound Designer, James Currie (Ten Canoes, Charlie’s Country, Bad Boy Bubby) where he will take us behind the scenes on the magic of sound in cinema.

weekend at The J and Noosa Arts Theatres with a diverse program of drama, comedy, animation and documentary to keep you gripped to the screen.

Most locals love to surf and Men of Wood & Foam tells the story of the beginning of the Australian surfing boom from the early 60s. Told by Noosa’s very own Phil Jarratt and with a special live performance by local musicians, Band of Frequencies, this is definitely one act not to miss!

Australian new release film, Jungle, is set to thrill cinema audiences at the opening night event on Friday 27th when a group of friends enter the Bolivian jungle only for their adventure to quickly turn into a nightmare.

Stars Daniel Radcliffe There’s also feature films (Harry Potter), directed by from around the world, Greg McLean (Wolf filmmaking workshops, Creek).

and the digitally remastered cinema classic The English Patient (for which Ralph Fiennes won an Oscar).

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Rail path solution will be known by year’s end Queensland Rail anticipates a decision on the future of the Pomona cross-town pedestrian path over the North Coast Railway Line will be made ‘before the end of the year’ and says a solution may involve further discussions with Noosa Shire Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

Organisers of the ‘Don’t Divide Pomona’ protest, which aims to keep the path open, are hopeful that the delay and the likely further discussions will result in a ‘holistic solution’ that maintains Pomona’s connectivity and walkability both sides of the railway tracks. But they still fear that the path’s closure remains a live option.

In a communication to those who contacted QR and protested at the original plan to close the path altogether, the QR Level Crossing Compliance Project Team said the formal community consultation period that

closed on 14 August was designed to ensure QR fully understood the position of townsfolk.

Overwhelmingly, that has been in favour of keeping the footpath open and not to direct pedestrians and cyclists via the Reserve St level crossing.

“QR understand that the local community is engaged in the future of the crossing, its historical significance to the town and its role in promoting walkability,” the letter said.

“We are committed to working with the community to find a solution which balances the need for safety and the desire to provide a crossing that meets the town’s requirements, now and into the future.

Realignment in mix of solutions for rail precinct upgrade Queensland Rail (QR) says it is unable to consider alternative uses for the vacant land it owns at the centre of Pomona following community suggestions that it be sold to meet the cost of any safety improvements to the cross-town path, thereby allowing the crossing to remain open and operational.

In a letter dated 11 September to the Don’t Divide Pomona organisers, Mr Nick Easy, the CEO of Queensland Rail, revealed that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is “currently undertaking a study as part of the North Coast Line Action Plan to identify improvements for the railway line, including the section through

Pomona. These improvements may include changes to the existing alignment or the construction of infrastructure in the vicinity of the Pomona (railway) Station.

“Due to this, QR is unable to look at alternative uses for the land ... at this time.”

Mr Easy said different teams from throughout his organisation were working together to ensure the ‘best solution’ for the Pomona community.

“Further, detailed investigation into the proposed options will follow, which may involve further discussions with Noosa Shire Council and TMR, as required,” Mr Easy said.

“QR is preparing a report to reflect the issues raised and the views shared with us during the consultation period.”

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Pharmacy donation supports Stone axe passed into museum database upgrade indigenous collection The computerised data entry system used to catalogue and track curatorial activities associated with the extensive Noosa Museum collection will be upgraded following a $200 donation from Pomona’s Live Life Pharmacy.

President of the museum management committee, Jeanette Alfredson, said various computers throughout the institution had different versions of Mosaic, the central computer program that governed the collection, but they would now operate using a common, integrated platform.

The museum has also dipped into its coffers and will spend $720 improving data entry controls and protection across its data management network, using the services of Cooroy Computers.

“While the items, documents and photos may be old, our thinking should not be – especially when it comes to reinterpreting Noosa Shire’s history to existing and future generations,” Ms Alfredson said.

“We thank the pharmacy for their donation and

hope they agree we have put it to good use.”

Noosa Museum is about to embark on preparing a new strategic management plan and is in discussion with Noosa Council, the building owner, to repair and overcome damp and water inundation issues affecting the condition of the museum collection.

The museum is home to a priceless collection of 5000 solid objects, 9000 photos and 1100 family histories, documents, records and books. It is an asset to Pomona, the museum’s home since 1985.

A spokesperson for Live Life Pharmacy said the business gave away $500 every month, based upon a vote by customers who are invited to place a token in one of two boxes as they pay for purchases.

The charity that gets the most votes receives $300, while $200 goes to the other not-for-profit group.

A rare stone axe located at Kawana Island a year ago is the latest item to be donated to the collection of indigenous sacred objects kept at the Noosa Museum. It was found lying on the surface by Mark, Paul and Kyle, all members of the Hurley family.

Here Cooroora Historical Society President, Jeanette Alfredson, admires the object, which has taken pride of place in the room devoted to indigenous items.

“It is our way of giving back to the community we are in,” she said.

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PCH to hold annual meeting next month

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Pomona & District Community House Inc, Annual General Meeting is planned for Saturday, 4 November, starting at 9.30am in the Lawson Shed.

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members. The Treasurer Please arrive at 9am for a role will be supported by 9.30am start.

We expect the AGM to last an employed casual bookkeeper. approximately one hour followed by a yummy Please contact our morning tea. secretary, Lesley Matthews The Pomona and District if you would be interested in coming on board our Community House seeks to build a strong, vibrant, committee and would like further information on any diverse community by of the above roles and providing opportunities responsibilities. for participation and contribution through our programs, activities, events and services which are available to all.

The committee currently meets once a month although there are other occasions when needed.

Positions available as per the constitution are President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and three committee

Please email the secretary at admin@pomona communityhouse.com.au or ring 5485 2427 for further details.

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Pomona State School Pre-Prep Parents and Children (who will be turning 5 before the 30th June 2018) are invited to our Pre-Prep transition days.

Come work and play in a Prep room, have a look at the type of learning the children will be involved in and speak to the Prep teachers.

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Creek flood monitoring station ready for action Pomona’s Cooroora Creek is one of five locations across the hinterland where Noosa Council has installed flood warning stations ahead of the approaching wet season.

and Kin Kin where we have had no previous information, will be invaluable for emergency services and local residents who will be able to read the information from the BoM website,” Mr Rogers said.

Work on the station adjacent to Subway Ave at Pomona was completed last month.

Council’s Local Disaster Management Group selected the sites in consultation with the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) and Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

It forms part of a $200,000 contract Noosa Council let for flood monitoring stations that will provide real-time creek height and rainfall data from sites in Cooroy, Lake Macdonald, Pomona and Kin Kin.

The stations are solar-powered and built to withstand high winds, heavy rain, floodwater and earthquakes.

They use radio signals to transmit creek height and rainfall information.

Disaster Management Coordinator Alan ‘Fox’ Rogers said the new stations would be invaluable disaster management tools.

“Council’s hydrologist will be able to translate the data that the flood gauges provide into useful information to help us predict when flooding will close roads, and for how long,” he said.

Sitting high above the projected flood level near Subway Ave, Pomona, is the flood monitoring equipment that will give early warning of a likely flood event.

It is one of five monitoring stations that have cost $200,000 to install.

He said the council’s Six Mile Creek Flood Study had provided a case for reporting. “Having real-time flood more monitoring stations within the information in a disaster event, catchment to fill gaps in data particularly at places like Pomona

The stations will notify BoM of changes in the creek height.

Contractor ALS Hydrographics began building the flood monitoring stations in July.

The Six Mile Creek Flood Monitoring System is a joint initiative of Noosa Council and the Queensland Government, which provided $165,600 towards the project.

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Water shortage solutions Council welcomes HINTERLAND LOCATIONS federal cash for major Cooran Rec Club Bridge Street Cooran local bridge upgrades Hot showers amenities block – 7 Noosa Council has secured $2.46 million from the Federal Government towards three major bridge upgrades.

In welcoming the contribution, Mayor Tony Wellington said, “To receive funds for all three bridge projects is a major win for ratepayers.

Crescent Bridge at Sunrise Beach and $875,000 to replace the Old Noosa Road Bridge at Cooran.

Council will match the funding 50/50.

Council’s Infrastructure Services Director Carl Billingham said Noosa Council would finalise the funding agreement with Council appreciates this the Federal Government, investment by the Federal as well as project details Government in our local and timing, in the next infrastructure.” few weeks.

The Bridge Renewal DATE CLAIMER Program funding includes Pomona in the Park $663,429 to replace 23 November Cooroy’s Mary River Road Pomona Night Of Lights Bridge, $922,256 to upgrade the Orealla 14 December

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Charity concert to aid families in need The 2017 Strings and Things Charity Concert fundraiser for Pomona Family Support will once again feature the highly entertaining bluegrass band ‘Change of Heart’.

This lively five-piece band, comprised of players from around the Sunshine Coast, put on an outstanding performance last year and have been asked ‘by popular demand’ to return and play their toe tapping and harmonious Appalachian style bluegrass.

This is a very authenticsounding band with a great variety of stringed instruments and vocal harmonies.

If you missed this band last year then make sure you don’t miss out this year. Change of Heart will be supported by local

musicians Gray and Ann Liddell and Sunshine Coast violinist Jon O’Brien, who will also make a return appearance from last year’s concert.

Some of Gray’s younger music students will be showcasing their musical skills.

Pomona Family Support raises funds for local children to go on a holiday camp - who don’t experience holidays away from home.

The concert commences at 3pm Sat 21st October at the Pomona Anglican Church (opposite Post Office).

Entry of $7 includes afternoon tea. Come along and enjoy a fantastic afternoon of live music For more information or and help support our local donations please contact children.

Pomona Primary School

Tewantin Noosa RSL

Morning Melodies Lunch 25 October

11am - 1pm “Monster Mash”

Please book on 5447 1766

Chaplain Paulette Gee on 0414 457 451.

POMONA COMMUNITY CHOIR Do you like singing?

Pomona Choir is a supportive & fun group No auditioning Require $10 (1st night FREE ) Tuesdays 6.30pm-8.30pm Lawson Shed, 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona Contact: Jo Deguara 0403 841 856

Selena Pryde Property Consultant, Massage Ka Huna & Remedial (health fund rebate) Counselling Astrology Readings Art Therapy Workshops Is a Rainbow of Flavours that soothes The Mind, Body & Spirit

Francoise 0409 069 782 24A King Street, Cooran

Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland M : 0421 208 404

I’ll do everything to make sure you get the best results!

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Pomona Railway Station Gallery

Local art exhibitions continue to inspire Subtle Energies Artist Susan Wishart will be displaying her newest collection of prints in the Carriage Exhibition Room.

Squiggle & Giggle

Based on subtle energies – states of mind such as intuition, visions and de ja vu, Susan’s work is a portal into another world.

Squiggle and Giggle Art Exhibition by Tina Lance, Louise Shepherd and Nicky Orange (picture right) opened last Sunday 24 September in the Banana Shed at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery.

A level of consciousness that we often ignore or fail to see due to our busy lives.

These three friends met over eight years ago in the same art class and they are still painting together today.

Their Tuesday art day is full of fun, laughter, inspiration, learning, hard work and achievement. In fact, it is the highlight of their week.

Above: Squiggle and Giggle's opening was a great success and the exhibition runs until 19 October at the gallery.

Left: Susan Wishart striking artwork. Susan invites you to experience the subtle energies and reflect upon a different way in seeing the world.

This exhibition offers a diversity of styles and subject matters including Louise’s semi-abstract landscapes, Tina’s coastal and bush paintings and Nicky’s bright tropical musings and childhood reflections.

Predominantly influenced by the natural world around her, her unique images are meditative and immersive.

Originally from Melbourne, Susan spent the first part of her life between Australia and UK, traveling the globe to deepen her spiritual and artistic practice. Educated with a degree in Media Arts from RMIT and a Masters in Digital Art from London University of Arts, her focus has been on using technology as a tool to create her visual pieces.

Exhibition runs until 25 October.

BOOMERANG BAGS POMONA Come & Sew A Bag Share conversation, friendship & “real” coffee Feel good about helping to replace plastic one-use shopping bags with reusable bags made from donated, recycled fabrics. All materials supplied. FREE

Monday & Thursday 12.30pm to 3.30pm Lawson Shed, 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona Phone Anya 0457 042 782 or Lesley 5485 1493 Pomona & District Community House - Keeping You In Touch With Your Community

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MENTAL HEALTH IS AN ISSUE FOR ALL OF US. About half of all Queenslanders will experience some form of mental illness during their lifetime. We all have a friend or family member living with a mental illness. So, if you feel the need to take some time out and spend a couple of hours nurturing yourself, come and join local artist and social worker, Aimee Stanyer, for a relaxing morning of music, meditation and mindful creativity.

Lawson Shed, Friday 13 October 9.00am - 11.00am . $5.00 per person. Morning Tea provided.

All welcome - Phone 5485 2427 to book in.

All Earthworks 

Shed / Houses Sites

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Trees / Stumps Cleared

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Lantana / Scrub Cleared

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12 Tonne Machine

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4 In 1 Bucket / Ripper

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On Board Laser

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Steep Slopes

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Strutting their moves on the dance floor All of us know someone, maybe even ourselves, who has been affected by cancer. The daffodil is the global symbol of hope, and Daffodil Day is a well-known annual fundraiser.

Commemorating Daffodil Day, eight members of Pomona Pacers, joined by two Tewantin Tickers, met for a Walk In Silence in the beautiful grounds of Noosa Botanic Gardens, a perfect place for quiet personal reflection, followed by a shared morning tea (talking resumed!).

Walk In Silence for Daffodil Day was initiated in 2016 by Karen, Walk Organiser at the time; it was a meaningful occasion with a positive response, and is something Karen continues to lead in the Pomona Pacers.

The walk for the first day of Spring saw seven Pomona Pacers head to Ringtail Creek Road, parking where the road is bisected by a timber footbridge crossing Six Mile Creek.

It was a stroll down memory lane for some and exciting exploration of history for younger participants at the Pomona Pacers 50s and 60s rock n roll dance night held at Cooran Hall.

Walking from there, the road is more of a bush track, with towering gum trees and native scrub backing onto farmland. The birdcall was amazing.

Months of planning culminated in the Pomona Pacers Gala Event of 2017, the 50s/60s Rock ‘N’ Roll Night.

The attentive work of the organisers and decorators ensured the night was a great success – the Cooran Hall was sporting black and red decoration and memorabilia of the era, covers from the greats of the times were performed live by Caesar, an array of delicious savoury and sweet food was catered by Black Ant Café at Kin Kin, there were prizes and a hamper raffle. And of course, there were the costumes!

and more! Everyone was up for dancing and it was truly a night we will long remember!

For the warmer months of October to March, walking begins at 6:30 am.

The Fonz, Elvis, groovy, classic, rock Pomona Pacers is a friendly group who come together to walk in comn roll, full skirts and swishy pettipany. We walk for around 60 coats, caftan, hippy, polka dots, minutes at a brisk pace on a variety bobby socks, scarves, wigs, braces,

of town routes and bush tracks, with regular coffee mornings, excursions, and “moon walks”. Would you like to join us?

We meet outside the Pomona Community House at 1 Memorial Avenue every weekday (except public holidays) at 6:30am. inquiries to Leonie on 0409 628 646.

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The views expressed in Cooroora Connect are not necessarily the views of the editor, publisher or Pomona & District Community House. Inc. Claims in advertisements are those of the advertisers and not the publisher.

Our aim is to produce and distribute Cooroora Connect in a timely manner to ensure we meet all deadlines. However due to unforeseen circumstances, that are beyond our control, we take all care but no responsibility if circumstances arise.

Cooroora Connect Advertising/Editorial deadline for the next issue 21 October 2017 heather@pomonacommunityhouse.com.au

Lions Recycling Project Pomona Community House is now officially a collection centre for used spectacles without cases.

Lions Recycle for Sight Australia is part of the Lions Clubs International Worldwide Eyeglass Recycling Program which collects used spectacles and sunglasses

COMPUTER LESSON one-on-one tutoring TUESDAY MORNINGS

@

Pomona Community House

PH: 5485 2427

The program cleans, grades and re-labels 450,000 pairs annually of used spectacles and sunglasses at our three centres in Queensland.

The re-labelled end product is packed into boxes of 200 pairs, half of one prescription and 100 of the next higher prescription, under strict quality control rules.

Social Indoor Bowls

Pomona Tennis Club

Pomona Table Tennis

Harmony Dance Club

Pomona Memorial Hall

Pomona Showground

Social Ball Room Dancing

Wednesday 9am - 11.30am Arrive 8.30am for a 9am start

Tues Social Tennis 9am - 12pm - $2.50

Pomona Hall Lower Room

Fri Social Tennis 7pm $4.50

Casual Dress & Flat sole shoes

Thurs Juniors /Beginners 3.15pm-4.15pm

Contact Peter Ph: 54851472

Contact Roger Ph: 5485 1749

Next to Red Cross Op shop

Mon/Wed/Fri 9am-11am Contact Peter 5485 0259 Pomona State School Mon/Wed - 5pm Contact Bernard Ph: 5485 0888

New Vogue & Old Time Dancing Pomona Hall Tuesday 7pm - 9.30pm Cost $4 includes supper Contact Pat & Norm Young Ph: 5485 2007

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Pomona Community House Groups & Services 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona PH: 5485 2427 FAX: 5485 1702 Pomona & District Community House acknowledges funding from Qld Government Department of Communities and Noosa Council.

Making Music at A432

Tuesday - by appointment Donation $3 per visit Booking Essential Phone: 5485 2427

Pomona Creative Writing Lawson Shed

Office Services 9am to 4pm

Teaching Piano & Things With Strings

Wednesday Mornings $5 per 1/2hour PH: 5485 2427

One on One Computer Lessons

REFERRAL & INFORMATION

Pomona Astronomy Club 4th Wednesday of the month

 PHOTOCOPYING  COLOUR PRINTING  SCANNING / EMAILS  LAMINATING / FAXING  TYPING

Venue Hire & Room Hire Workshops

7.00pm Cost $3 per person Lawson Shed Contact Jacqui 0420 518 222

Functions Meetings

PH: 5485 2427

Trash to Treasure Craft Group

Centrelink / Medicare Access Point

Tuesday 9.30am - 12pm Cost $3 per person includes tea & coffee

Thursday 12.30 - 3.30pm Lawson Shed

Contact: Noel Bird Ph: 0403 173 851

Cost $3 per session Ph: 5485 2427

MAHJONG & RUMMYIKUB WEDNESDAY

POMONA COMMUNITY CHOIR

Pomona Community House 1pm - 3.30pm

LAWSON SHED 1 MEMORIAL AVE, POMONA (next to Pomona Community House

Donation $3 includes tea & coffee

TUESDAY 6.30PM - 8.30PM

COST $10 (1ST NIGHT FREE) Contact Jo Ph: 0403 841 856

9am to 4pm Self Service Access Point  Computer/Printer/Fax  

Free Legal Advice & Referral Family & General Law Pomona Community House 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona Tuesday evenings Fortnightly 6.pm – 7.30pm BOOKINGS REQUIRED Ph: 5443 7827

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The Cooroora Connect heather@pomonacommunityhouse.com.au POMONA True Value Hardware PH: 5485 1351 10 Reserve St Pomona HARDWARE, TIMBER, GARDEN, PAINT, LP GAS, RURAL & PRODUCE NEEDS

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Stephen Burton Licensed Plumber/Drainer & Handyman

Sash and Tanya

0411 475 190

0412 020 789

COOROORA SCREENS & BLINDS 19a Factory Street, Pomona P: 5485 1287 / M: 0419 655 901 * Screens & Security Doors * * Shutters * Awnings * * Verticals * Venetians * * Roller & Roman Blinds *  Registered Physio  Post Graduate in

Pomona Barber No Appointment Necessary

Open Tuesday to Friday Located behind The Caltex Garage Factory Street, Pomona

PH: 0477 043 071

Andrew Pike Mob:0415 734 180 Fax: 5485 1168

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