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September 2017

OFF TO THE NOOSA SHOW It’s show time!

With only a matter of weeks before the Pomona Showgrounds host the 108th annual Noosa Country Show, locals can’t wait to see what will be on offer this year. On September 15 and 16, animals, side show alley and entertainment will fill the grounds.

A total of 19 competition sections will take place, so there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Noosa’s traditional country show will see a variety of competition sections that help celebrate the diversity of people and their talents in our community.

Equestrian, stud beef, dairy cattle, cavy, poultry and dogs sections are the main animal sections. Saturday brings our must-see woodchop comp beside the Paddock to Plate demonstration and stalls.

The roses between the thorns as Geoff Edwards and Cameron Magick meet the 2017 show girl entrants at this year’s Noosa Show. the way it’s all coming together,” he said.

team at the Cooroy and Pomona Community Bank branches of “We’re a passionate show committee Bendigo Bank who continue to be our major supporters,” Cameron and thrilled with the program we added. were able to assemble for 2017. I really want to thank Peter Travis and Located near the main entry gate, Noosa Show Society President, the team for their incredible efforts, animal workshop shows will take Cameron Magick, said he’s delighted allowing us to showcase the very place at 11.00am and 2.00pm, and with the shape the show is taking best of Noosa Country to so many. interactive farm feeding of baby and the efforts of so few for so many animals with bottles of milk will We have to thank our many over the two days. happen at 9.00am and 6.00pm. sponsors too. Noosa Council has "It’s been a real labour of love again been a great support along with the Continued page 3 this year, but we’re very happy with Pomona & District Community House - Keeping You In Touch With Your Community

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Noosa Show fun for all the family Continued from page 1 Kids can meet and get a photo with a variety of entertainers across both days.

There will be two stages and two days and two nights jam-packed with great bands including Hard Labour and Shades of Grey along with emerging band, Von Vixa, and family entertainment with Bubbles, Clowns and magic acts.

This year, the Rooftop Express Show on both days will share just amazing horsemanship, The Honky Tonk Rodeo pro barrel racing, saddle bronc, bareback, poddy calves and of course, the bull ride.

Grab a coffee and cake at Champion Café in the

Pavilion while you check out the Creative Craft, Cookery, Horticulture and Fruit ‘n’ Vege, Junior Art, Woodcraft and Cavy sections are a must visit.

Whether it’s shaking hands with Piggy from Bendigo Bank, watching miniature horses or enjoying face-painting, the choices are endless. Kids can also bring their pooch in for the Loveable Mutley competition after the Dog The Noosa Country Show cattle Show on Friday to win judging is a highlight of the great prizes. event.

The Noosa Show Society requires your help at this year’s show.

If you can spare a few hours and help before, avoid the line-up at the during or after the gate by calling the show Show then please office on 5485 2331. contact the Show Don't forget the exhibitor’s Secretary, Peter Travis pass of $10 for entire on 5485 2331.

There’s lots more to see and do at an affordable price. Adults’ tickets are $15.00 per day, children are $10.00 and a family pass for one day is $35 for up to two adults and three Noosa Country Show is children. You can also pre- also available, with show Members and volunteers purchase your tickets to gaining free admission.

See story page 15 www.noosashowsociety.org.au

Women Supporting Women

Come and join us at the Lawson Shed, for an informal discussion around women’s health and wellbeing facilitated by the Pomona Community House and Melanie Eager, from Eager For Life.

Starting with a few thought-provoking questions, this fun, informative morning will lead you into heartfelt conversations with like-minded women.

Look out for lucky door prizes and treats!

For questions and to reserve your place contact Kathryn Shewring - Pomona & District Community House on 07 5485 2427 or Melanie Eager -Eager for Life on 0423 512880.

Date: Time: Venue: Cost:

Wednesday 6 September 9.30am - 11.30am Lawson Shed, Pomona $3 donation

Include a delicious morning tea.

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Noosa remembers its district war memorials Pomona will be the venue for a special event organised by Noosa Council to launch a book that commemorates the shire’s War Memorials.

This initiative by the Noosa Library Service is financed by a $20,000 state government grant from the Queensland Anzac Centenary Grants Program.

The event will be held at the Pomona Memorial Rotunda in Joe Bazzo Park on Friday, 8 September, commencing at 10.15am.

The book pays tribute to the Noosa community’s efforts to raise funds and erect district memorials, and will explore their ongoing role today.

The short commemoration will be followed by morning tea in the “Creating memorials to those who refurbished Pomona Memorial Hall. served in World War I was very

important to the community in the aftermath of the war and the memorials remain an enduring legacy within our towns,” said Noosa Heritage Librarian Jane Harding.

Those wishing to attend the Noosa Remembers event and wanting to receive a free copy of the commemorative book should contact Noosa Library by Friday 1 September, by phone 5329 655.

ART MARKET IN THE PADDOCK Calling all artisans.

The next Art Market in the grounds of the Pomona Art Gallery is scheduled for Saturday 28 October, from 9am to 1pm.

A stallholder fee of $15 applies.

Visit the Pomona Railway Art Gallery website for more details on this popular event and to download a stallholder registration form.

Alternatively, contact the gallery for further information. www.pomonartgallery.com

Ph: 5485 2950

Show date set Noosa Council has declared Friday 7 September 2018 as the next Noosa Country Show public holiday. The show is proposed for September 7 and 8.

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Floating Land Festival artists named Noosa Council has commissioned 15 artists to create the environmental art installations in this year’s Floating Land Festival, to be held from 8 September to 15 October 2017. The array of pieces will be displayed along Noosa River between Tewantin and Noosa Woods.

The artwork display is but one of myriad elements to be explored during the five-week festival of exhibitions, events and workshops in nature about nature; the highlight of which are sculptures created in outdoor natural settings.

The aim is to leave no mark on the environment but only to make an impression on the people who visit.

This year’s event will be particularly exciting with a diverse public program featuring community events, artist talks, public workshops, children’s activities and the launch of a digital app.

“The app will give visitors a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the environment around them and the digital realm,” Ms Contini, Noosa Council Manager of Libraries and Galleries, said.

“Some of the artists were well known to Floating Land while, for others, 2017 would be their first Floating Land event.

The Floating Land Festival celebrates artistic endeavour within Noosa’s natural environment, including Lake Cootharaba (pictured above). thought-provoking relationship between art and the environment,” Ms Contini said.

“In creating each piece, the artists must respond to an environmental theme and ensure the techniques and materials they use are environmentally sensitive.

“We aim to make an impression on the people who observe the art, but leave no mark on the environment.”

Artists will use a variety of media as they respond to this year’s ‘lost and found’ theme.

“We hope the high quality range of artistic talents will delight visitors and stimulate discussion,” Ms Contini said.

“Floating Land is an integral part of The twelve successful artworks will Noosa Council’s events calendar and be on display from September 23 to it highlights the intricate and often October 2.

2017 Floating Land ‘Lost and Found’ artists:            

Donna Davis - Networking Shona Wilson - Adrift Miles Allen - Fish Out Of Water Elizabeth Poole - Regeneration Celebration Jim and Judy Barrass - Against The Tide Yanni Van Zijl - Seek Rene Bahloo - Through the Hollow Log Kris Martin and Simon McVery Castaway Corrie Wright and Tamara Kirby Seamline Gemma Wright - Continuum Effectum Pam Walpole - Treescape James Muller - Rain Song & Glossy Black

For more information visit the Floating Land webpage: www.noosa.qld.gov.au/floating-land

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Local roads among koala ‘death zones’ The Bruce Highway at Black Mountain, Yurol Forest Drive and Jampot Creek Road have been identified in a Noosa Council study as potential ‘death zones’ for koalas likely to be struck by vehicles.

o2Ecology to perform an audit of the current koala infrastructure and suggest potential upgrades to features such as koala fences, underpasses and signage in koala hotspots.

Noosa Council says input from the community and The council has prepared a local koala activists has 27-point action plan as been critical to developing part of a Koala the Conservation Plan.

Conservation Strategy, “Council is committed to designed to protect the working together with the habitat of the vulnerable community to ensure that marsupial and devise ways koalas remain an essential of reducing the number of component of Noosa’s deaths among the loveable biodiversity,” according to species. a paper prepared for the council.

The council has committed to preparing a “The council supports ‘priority infrastructure efforts to ensure the plan’ for road crossings survival of Noosa’s local that may include specially- koalas, and is working adapted underpasses that hard to understand more encourage koalas to travel about their health, beneath roads, and not whereabouts and the over them, where they risk threats they face. being struck by a car or Council is assisting with a truck. It has engaged

Noosa Council will investigate ‘koala underpasses’ of major local roads where the loveable creatures are being struck by vehicles as they roam their territory. koala health mapping project being run by scientists from the University of the Sunshine Coast. This important work is being funded in part by the Noosa Biosphere® Reserve Foundation.

project that uses GPS tracking devices on koalas in Noosa Shire to determine their movements and the main threats they encounter.

This project is being supported by the Richard Branson Conservancy.”

“The research will help Meanwhile, the University Council better understand of the Sunshine Coast the overall health of ‘Detection Dogs for Noosa’s koala populations Conservation’ is calling for and the genetic diversity expressions of interest across the shire. from landholders who may be interested in helping “Council is also assisting with their research.

Endeavour Veterinary Ecology on a monitoring

Cooroy creative space will become business incubator The Noosa Hinterland is about to get its own ‘creative space’, where 21st Century start-up businesses will have an opportunity to explore new ideas and grow.

The makerspace will provide an opportunity for people to access new and emerging technology, to which they may not otherwise have had access so they can work on joint creative projects.

technologies to explore, tinker, invent and discover and through this exploration new ideas and new ways of thinking will emerge.”

“The library will encourage people who use the space to document “It will be a place to test-drive all what they learn and share it by way sorts of high tech equipment of workshops and lectures, and by including 3D printers, 3D contributing to online library and modelling, robotics such as Arduino maker websites.” kits, and Virtual Reality Cooroy Library will continue to technology,” said Literacy and The makerspace will be located in provide computer and internet the traditional training room, which Learning Coordinator Tracey King. access for customers alongside the will be refurbished using a state “The makerspace will be a place creation of this new digitallygovernment grant provided through where people can gather and share creative space, Ms King said. the State Library of Queensland. ideas and use emerging The ‘makerspace’, as it is known, developed in partnership with local tech groups, will be established over the coming months. The library hopes to open it to the public early in 2018.

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Upcoming Events Archie Roach with Nancy Bates 8 & 9 September Archie Roach returns to the Majestic after his soldout performances last year. In a voice rich with humanity, filled with joy, pain, love and longing, Archie traces the journey of his people, and gets to the heart of what it means to be human. He is one of Australia’s most treasured performers.

He is that rarest of beings … one that sees beyond race, religion, gender and ideology … to get straight to the heart of what it means to be human. What he sees at the heart of humanity is love. And love, in all its glorious, unruly incarnations is the basis for his latest album, the soulful “Let Love Rule”.

Bookings essential. Tickets $60 or $55 concession. For tickets go to www.trybooking.com/298390

Johnny Cash Tribute Show 16 September Canadian musician Dail Platz grew up surrounded by musicians and the kinds of instruments synonymous with producing country sounds, such as banjos, accordions, fiddles and guitars.

The self-taught multi-instrumentalist and versatile vocalist has spent his career showcasing icons such as Willy Nelson, Johnny Horton and Alan Jackson to critical acclaim. The last six years of his career have seen him travel the world to revive the music and style of Johnny Cash.

Having performed in the true Honky Tonks and bars of North America for many years, Dail looks just like Johnny and has the voice to match, giving justice to the depth of vocals of the great Johnny Cash.

Tickets $30. Bookings essential. Doors Open 7pm

Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra- English Landscapes 14 October 2:30pm 4:30pm 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.

Adults: $30 / Concession: $25 Students Under 18: $15 **************************************************************

SILENT FILMS ARE BACK! Every Market Day at Midday, 2ND & 4TH SAT every month. Tickets $14

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Illegal dumping warning after 15 prosecutions Dump rubbish illegally and expect to wear a fine - that’s the message from Noosa Council after 15 people were fined for illegal dumping during the 2016-17 financial year.

Waste Coordinator Ian Florence said the council netted 11 more culprits than in the previous year, with advanced surveillance and increased patrols helping to nab offenders.

“As well as being unsightly, dumped rubbish costs ratepayers thousands of dollars annually in removal expenses. Plus, dumped rubbish may harm the environment,” Mr Florence says.

“For example, asbestos illegally dumped near Walter Hay Drive last year cost the council more than $15,000 in removal and site remediation costs.”

collection, so residents can dispose of a range of items, including old whitegoods, furniture and electronic equipment, for free.

Skaters on notice to clean up their mess

“At other times residents can dispose of bulky rubbish for a low cost at Council’s Resource and Recovery Centres,” Mr Florence said. Many pre-sorted items that are recyclable can be disposed of for free.

This year Noosa Council collected 1172 tonnes of material during the annual kerbside collection.

“Of that, we recycled more than 230 tonnes of metal, 35 tonnes of timber and 31 tonnes of e-waste, with just under 867 tonnes of material sent to landfill.”

For more information about Council’s annual kerbside bulk rubbish collection, plus resource and recovery centre On-the-spot fines for locations, visit illegal dumping start at www.noosa.qld.gov.au/ $2,018 and, if prosecuted waste-recycling. in court, the penalty can be as high as $126,150.

“So, by comparison, the cost of disposing of an item responsibly at the landfill is very small,” Above: Illegally dumped Mr Florence said.

asbestos. Council warns that Council offers the people will be fined if they annual kerbside rubbish dump rubbish illegally.

Brickbats to the users of the Pomona Skate Park who left this mess for council workers to clean up one recent Monday morning. This is not a single occurrence. Ratepayers spent $60,000 recently extending the skate park facilities.

There expectation is that those using the facility will clean up after themselves and place rubbish in the two bins provided. It would not take much effort to place rubbish in the bins rather than tossing it on the ground.

Do you have spare time during the week and would like to join our friendly volunteer team at the Noosa Landcare nursery.

To express interest please contact Ered (Nursery Manager) on 0419 377 423 or nursery@noosalandcare.org

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Protest petition tabled

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On 10 August 2017, Mr Glen Elmes MP, the State Member for Noosa, raised the issue of the Pomona railway pedestrian crossing in the Queensland Parliament. Here is a transcript of what Mr Elmes said.

A Facebook group was created, a petition launched, meetings were held and soon the words ‘don’t divide Pomona’ were on everyone’s lips. In Queensland Rail’s first hour of community consultation last Saturday, 70 Mr ELMES (Noosa—LNP) people arrived to express their concerns. Queens(5.48 pm): “I rise tonight to register my support for land Rail has suggested an the community of Pomo- alternative crossing could be at the far end of town na, who strongly reject plans by Queensland Rail where money was wasted to potentially close Pomo- on an existing vehicle na’s railway foot crossing, crossing a few years ago. a crossing that has conThis is not a viable or safe nected the town for more option and would achieve than 100 years. On Tuesa chaotic and dangerous day I submitted the ‘don’t convergence of pedestridivide Pomona’ petition, ans, cyclists, mothers with which has been signed by prams, dog walkers and 1,498 residents—more horse riders mixing with than half the country cars and trucks, without town’s population— any paths connecting and sending the message loud providing a safe corridor and clear to Queensland for any of them.

Rail that their pedestrian “As I know—and as the crossing must be retained. hardworking member for The foot crossing connects the community with the main street where residents work, shop, dine and connect. It is located where it is because it evolved from a logical access and the natural flow of daily local life.

Gympie, Tony Perrett, also knows—it appears that Queensland Rail may have been overlooking some other serious threats to safety at this station. I table photographs of the current state of disrepair of the temporary make“In 100 years there has not shift structure that is the Pomona railway station been an accident or an injury at the crossing. Giv- and platform.” en the role the crossing (Tabled paper: Photoplays in ensuring Pomographs depicting tempona’s social cohesion and rary railway.) economic prosperity, it is “The cheap timber decknot surprising that the ing precariously sits on community came together rusting scaffolding, and in protest. In June I joined where it is rotten through with 140 locals in support yellow crosses warn peof the retention of the destrians to keep clear. existing crossing.

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in State Parliament

Path closure protest consultation ends Pomona residents await the fate of the cross-town path over the railway tracks at the railway station following the ending of the community consultation period, during which Queensland Rail (QR) proposed its closure.

Public submissions closed on 14 August, with the next stage in the process being formal notification of the QR position.

About 200 people attended the QR

Glen Elmes MP, State Member for Gympie, hands a petition signed by 1468 people to the Clerk of the Queensland Parliament, Mr Neil Laurie (right), protesting the impending closure of the pedestrian path over the railway line at Pomona.

From previous page There are a number of safety challenges seriously threatening the department’s public liability which can be addressed by way of a planned approach to the site’s upgrade and funded from the sale of the adjacent vacant land-once home to the old goods yard-to appropriate

information sessions and feedback day held on 5 August, the vast majority of whom wanted the crossing to stay open, but with improved safety enhancements if that is what’s required to meet QR standards.

Of those who attended the session at the Lawson Shed, 58 signed protest letters to the Transport Minister, the Hon. Jackie Trad MP and 62 signed letters to Mr Nick Easy, the CEO of Queensland Rail.

COORAN RAILWAY STATION UPGRADE Cooran will have its plywood and scaffold railway station platform replaced with a permanent structure early next year. The Pomona and Eumundi station upgrades will follow, with the design for the Pomona facility expected to be completed by the end of 2017.

commercial interests.

This approach would address a raft of safety concerns, open up more opportunities for job creation and revitalise the community instead of dividing it.

I urge the minister to direct her department to listen and work with the community—not to divide Pomona.”

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Ideas sought for revitalising Majestic Theatre The new committee of Pomona Arts Inc., the managers of the Majestic Theatre, the Old Railway Station Art Gallery and the Pomona Country Markets, will throw open the gates of the Oasis Garden at the rear of the theatre on Sunday 17 September for those who want to meet committee members and suggest ideas for revitalising the Majestic.

The event will be informal, with those wanting to participate being asked to bring a plate of food.

Beverages will be provided free, but drinks are available at the bar within the theatre.

PAI president, Cherry Bright, said all ideas would be considered, including from those who might wish to hire the Majestic for an event they organise. “We are also looking for volunteers to give two or three hours of their time during a month to help out with events, projects, the writing of grants, maintenance and administration.

Markets, which are held on the second and fourth Saturday of the month. On those days, the market coordinator will be required to work from 5.30am to 12.30pm, collect rents from stall holders, check they hold necessary insurance and are meeting operational safety standards. The coordinator also is responsible for erecting signage five days before The 17 September event starts at 3pm and will be followed by a silent the market, and collecting the signage after the markets close. film screening at 4.30pm.

Meanwhile, expressions of interest have been sought from those interested in the paid position of coordinator of the Pomona Country

Expressions of interest will be sought up until 5pm on 6 September. Send to cherrymajestictheatre@gmail.com.

Keen interest in shire sports plan Keen interest has been shown in the content of Noosa Council’s draft Sport and Active Recreation Plan, including from across the hinterland. At close of business on 25 August 2017, the council had received feedback from 30 individuals and organisations, in addition to the 60 people who attended the launch of the draft on 26 July.

The Noosa Sport and Active Recreation Plan will provide an understanding of the current position and potential for future development

of the local sport and active recreation sector from grass roots to elite participation, including administration and coaching.

Additionally, the plan will identify key stakeholders and how they can support the mechanisms that enable residents and visitors to fully participate in the sector as a provider or participant.

The council will now study the submissions, which will be considered before a final draft, for approval, is submitted to councillors in October.

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New operator sought for Pomona State School pool The Department of Education and Training is seeking suitably qualified persons, or organisation, to operate the Pomona State School swimming pool for 2017-18 summer season.

The 25-metre pool is popular with community groups and users who can access the facilities when not in use for school purposes. The pool has been upgraded recently to include heating. The hiring arrangement will cover the provision of community recreational swimming and community programs.

The pool will be available from 3 October 2017.

Submissions close 5 September 2017 at 3pm. A copy of the lease documentation may be requested through the Business Manager at Pomona State School.

Email: bsm@pomonass.eq.edu.au or phone 5480 8222.

Family fun in the sun at the Pomona Swimming Pool, which is heated for user convenience.

Cooroy Dolphins Swim Club sign-on day The Cooroy Dolphins will conduct a sign-on day at the Cooroy Pool on Saturday 9 September, from 9am to 12pm.

The public is invited to come along for a swim and BBQ at the pool precinct, located at the Noosa District State High School Cooroy campus.

The Dolphins cater for all swimmers, of all ages and abilities.

Whether you're looking for a social fitness activity for your child or something more competitive, the Cooroy Dolphins swim club is for you.

Come along on the day for all the information you need about the club, what is involved and how to join.

For more information email the club on cooroydolphins@gmail.com.

NEW SOUND ON RADIO DIAL Australia’s largest privately-owned radio broadcasting network, Vision Christian Radio, can now be heard in Pomona on the 88.0FM band.

The station has just come out of its testing period, with Pomona being the latest of 200 relay stations across Queensland.

Brisbane-based Vision Christian Media is a non-denominational Christian ministry that has been brought to Pomona through the efforts of passionate locals.

Some of the enthusiastic participants in Cooroy Dolphins Swimming Club competitions days.

Appointments Required Ph: 5485 2427 Pomona Community House 1 Memorial Ave, Pomona

Tewantin Noosa RSL Morning Melodies Lunch 11am - 1pm 27 September “Sing Sing Sing” J O ‘K Favourites

Please book on 5447 1766

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Pomona State School Book Week dress-up Each year, schools and public libraries across Australia spend a week celebrating books, Australian authors and illustrators.

Teachers at Pomona State School encouraged students to dress-up as their favourite book character on parade last month.

Librarian, Sandy Nicholson enjoyed organising the book fair and parade.

“Having a book fair is a great way to encourage children to understand the benefits of reading as a life skill, help promote a reading culture in every home and invite families to share books with their children every day,” said Sandy.

Prizes for the best dressed boy and girl from each grade were awarded on the day.

Pictured right are students and teachers in a colourful array of creative costumes.

KidsMatter Transition Workshop & Information Session (for Parents and Carers)

Pomona State School Pre-Prep

Wednesday - 25th October at 9am

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

(while your child is in class)

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.

This information session is aimed at supporting parents and carers in transitioning their child into formal school and answer your questions about Pomona State School.

Enrol your prep aged child at Pomona State School for 2018 For more information Ph:- 5480 8222

This is a fabulous opportunity to get the ‘feel’ of Prep.

When: 9:00am – 9:45am Wed - 11 October, Fri – 20 October Wed - 25 October, Fri – 3 November

Please bring shoes and a hat.

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Noosa Show Society really needs your help To be a success, the Noosa Country Show needs the support of more volunteers and helpers, both before and after the event. The additional works are required, as the show activities have expanded.

show. Showgoers are invited to go to the northern part of the grounds, above the woodchop arena, and have a look. Buy some great food as well.

Alongside this building is the staging arear for a This year the show society revitalised Paddock to has been successful in Plate section; with regular obtaining grant funding talks and demonstrations from the Gambling together with various Community Benefit Fund, local producers displaying Noosa Council and the their products. There will Community Sustainability be ample tables and chairs Action Grants. The Show to sit down, to watch and Society has pitched in to eat. thousands as well.

Entries for the different The biggest project this year has been the renovation of the ‘Iris Donga, named after Iris Maher who was the first cooking section steward and a society stalwart for years. This building has been totally renovated inside with new flooring, a coat of paint, lighting, windows and furniture.

There is also a new commercial kitchen at one end of the building that will be available for use by other community groups. This facility will get it’s first try- out at the

competitions close over the weekend before the Show for most sections, with a small number taking entries on the Wednesday or Thursday before the show. Animal entries (horses, cattle) are taken on the day of the event.

Let’s celebrate our cultural heritage!

The Pomona Memorial Hall in conjunction with the Pomona & District Community House is planning an event to celebrate the cultural diversity of this wonderful area.

Let us know your cultural heritage We would love to know what your cultural background is, so we can celebrate the many cultural aspects of our community.

If you would like to:   

Let us know your cultural background Be part of the event Contribute or support the event in some way

Please contact Heather or Kathryn at the Pomona Community House on 5485 2427.

If you think you can help before, during or after the Noosa Country Show, please contact the Secretary, Peter Travis, on 5485 2331 and leave a message if no-one answers.

Hall to conduct charity auction The Cooroy Memorial Hall Association Inc. will hold a cent auction on Saturday, 9 September at the Sports Hub (Bowls Venue) in Opal Street, Cooroy.

Doors open at 12 noon and the draws commence at 2pm. All proceeds will go to the Cooroy Memorial Hall upgrade.

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New trading hours

Glen Elmes MP

Member for Noosa Ph: 5319 3100 noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au

Last week in Parliament I spoke on the Trading (Allowable Hours) Amendment Bill which was passed following 32 critical amendments fought for by the LNP on behalf of all small businesses in Queensland.

Six Mile Bridge update There is great community concern regarding the one-lane narrow bridge on Kin Kin Road and Six Mile Creek. I have been informed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) that construction will commence for a $1 million project funded by the Queensland Government’s Targeted Road Safety Program to boost safety on Kin Kin Road, through the Pomona, Pinbarren and Kin Kin areas.

Safety improvement works will include upgrading road signs, improving guide posts and pavement reflectors, reestablishing or improving line markings where required, and removing roadside hazards at prioritised locations along the link.

Improvements to line marking and delineation on Six Mile Creek Bridge, and vegetation clearing on the approach to the

In its original form Labor’s legislation would have led to the closure of hundreds of businesses and guaranteed price hikes as a result of less competition; less job security; and less opportunities for young people to get a job.

To read my speeches or latest media release visit www.glenelmes.com or follow me on face book.

Grants galore for local groups bridge to improve visibility, will be included in this suite of works.

The results of Round 93 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund applications are in – and the news is all good for six local clubs who shared in $149,911.05.

The following groups have received grants:

The project is scheduled to be delivered in the 2017/18 financial year but my most recent update was that it is likely before the  Cooroy Memorial Hall Association Inc end of December this year. $32,140 to upgrade their kitchen

 Noosa District Softball Association Inc -

$33,494.55 to upgrade fencing and install shade sails  Noosa Model Flyers Inc - $7,500 to

purchase a vehicle  Noosa Tennis Club Incorporated -

$32,790 to upgrade lighting

 Noosa Trailblazers Mountain Bike Club

Inc - $35,000 to construct a mountain bike trail  The Autism Treehouse Inc - $8,986.50 to

produce resources for events and programs.

Not for profit groups need money to reach out to more people, expand their services in order to meet new and ever changing needs, cover their ever increasing operating costs, and keep pace with health and safety requirements.

There are a range of government grants programs that can help your group achieve these goals and sometimes it takes more than one application to be successful, so it is important to not give up. To find out more visit https://www.qld.gov.au/community/ community-organisations-volunteering/ funding-grants-resources.

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It’s never too late to learn to sail The Racing Season is about to begin at the Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club in Boreen Point. Club racing for juniors, monohulls, catamarans, trailer sailers and sailboards is held each Sunday for members and visitors.

LCSC is a family orientated, not-for-profit organisation and is reliant on its volunteer members to organise both on-water and shore based activities.

New members, both sailing and social, are always welcome to help out with any activity around the club.

Members are taught basic skills to be able to detect wind direction and set courses for the competitors and to act as a timekeeper for the starts and finishes.

Weekly training sessions are conducted most Sunday mornings by Australian Sailing accredited coaches.

During the September school holidays, the club runs Try Sailings Days for adults and for juniors.

Julie Hartwig, Sailing Shotz Photography Alone sailor tackles the elements on Lake Cootharaba. sport of sailing.

overseas to compete.

The club owns a small fleet Club racing and training of Vagabond craft that are starts on Sunday 3 very stable training September. dinghies.

We also have sailboards, catamarans, lasers and skiffs available for learners.

See www.lcsc.org.au for further details or email rearcomm@lcsc.org.au or Ph 54850727.

The club holds four annual regattas that attract competitors from all over the State as well as northern NSW. LCSC also hosts state and national These days are a great championships for many opportunity for a family to classes of boats with come along and experience sailors traveling from the exciting and rewarding across Australia and

NIGHT BOWLS AT COOROY The Cooroy Community Bowls Club is looking for players, old and new, to play in our fun night bowls events, commencing Thursday 7 September.

The nights are held every Thursday from 6pm until 8.10pm. Teams of three with as many reserves as you like. Bowls are available for use.

No uniforms or special gear required. For further information, call Russell on 5447 7716.

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Wombats getting ready for finals football The Matildas are inspiring a new generation of footballers and, as the regular season winds down, a number of Cooroora United FC teams are getting ready to play their most important games.

Recently, club members got together to celebrate a great year and share their excitement about the finals that lie ahead.

President, Tony McCarthy said it’s been a great year for the club.

“The players are working really hard at all age levels and it’s wonderful to see the results.

“In particular, the U15 boys are pushing towards the finals whilst the U17 boys are also looking to lock in the Premiership by finishing top of the ladder in the regular season! The U16 girls have also had a great year and been competitive right to the end.

“To see so many of our teams out there enjoying their football is terrific for the volunteers who put so much time into the club,”

Cooroora United Football Club and Bendigo Bank celebrate a long partnership and the 2017 finals push with the U17 team representatives. he added.

Cooroy and Pomona Community Bank manager, Geoff Edwards wished the club well and announced Bendigo Bank’s re-commitment to Cooroora United FC in 2018.

“Renewing our sponsorship for 2018 is the next step in a great relationship with the Wombats. We’re able to commit to sponsorships

like this as more locals Cooroora United FC allows choose to do their banking our club to keep playing with us.” the game we love.

“I think we can all see great things ahead for the club and the work of Tony, Justin, Andrew, Megan and all the committee has shone through,” Geoff said.

We’ve celebrated eight seasons with Bendigo now - it’s greatly appreciated as our club is on a real high right now,” he said.

Tony McCarthy added that CUFC’s sponsors have all played a key role in the recent success.

“Being our major sponsor, Bendigo Bank’s support of

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Pacers head to the hills to improve fitness

by Leonie Treagus For the Pomona Pacers walking group, a lot has been happening in recent times!.

Rugged-up against the chilly winter morning, nine walkers headed to Black Pinch Road, where the mountain views were at their best under clear blue skies.

A week later, on another morning perfect for walking, a group of twelve made the drive to Noosa Heads to undertake the walk to Hell’s Gates in the very scenic Noosa National Park, being rewarded with the sight of whales and dolphins as well as the resident sea birds.

Kelleher’s Road was another lovely morning walk.

The ‘Moon Walk’, held monthly on the Wednesday evening nearest full moon, was a lovely sunset walk along the Noosa River pathways.

Our seven attendees convened for dinner at Zachary’s Gourmet Pizza Bar. A group of Pomona Pacers, joined by four Tewantin Tickers (a fellow Heart Foundation Walking group), met at Pomona Ambulance Station for a CPR Awareness Demonstration.

Shaun from Cooroy and Suzette from Yandina Ambulance Stations

conducted the session, providing information and demonstrating cardio -pulmonary resuscitation on adult and infant training mannequins, before turning over the dummies to the attendees.

There was also a brief look at the use of defibrillators. A general first aid Assunta Easton (above) is one of the energetic Pomona demonstration is on Pacers. She is pictured on a recent group outing in the the horizon, magnificent Noosa Hinterland following the enthusiastic coffee and brunch. response and several requests from Pomona Pacers is a friendly group within both walking groups. who come together to walk in A great turn-out of 15 from Pomona company.

Pacers and one guest made the trip We walk for around 60 minutes at a to Mudjimba to walk on the brisk pace on a variety of town Maroochy River North Shore and routes and bush tracks, with regular the rock formation of Pincushion coffee mornings, excursions, and (currently connected to North “moon walks”. Would you like to Shore, but sometimes an island, join us? depending on shifting sand deposits), before the energising trek We meet outside the Pomona along the open beach to the Community House at 1 Memorial lifeguard station, in perfect Avenue every weekday (except conditions for a beach walk. public holidays) at 7:00 am.

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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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Nature inspires artistic duo’s exhibitions on show now at Railway Station Gallery Natural Impact, a colourful and detailed collection of work by award-winning artist Michelle Maclennan, will be on display at the Pomona Railway Gallery until 20 September.

In 2016, Michelle received the first Emma Freeman Emerging Artist award for a painting entitled Discovery, at the Taste of Art exhibition, Noosa Regional Gallery.

This emerging artist is inspired by nature and wildlife, offering an experience through detailed paintings and drawings, reflecting her personal journey and taking in the beauty of our surrounding environment.

Meanwhile, the highenergy art of Sunshine Coast artist Debra Dougherty will be showing in the Banana Shed at the Gallery until 12 September.

Through her artistic

endeavours, Debra asks the questions: 

Do you love to hear the birds sing, even though you don’t know what they are saying?

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Do you rummage around in your dream stories wondering if they mean something?

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Would you like to see some art which mystifies you?

Imagine spirit birds of many colours splashing on the canvas like high energy dances. See little people soaring over Noosa Heads in the protective wings of a giant bird.

Debra invites the viewer to find themselves in an imaginative world of energetic colour.

Be inspired by Debra’s latest artistic creations.

To see the process behind the art, have a look at www.instagram.com/ doughertydebra.

Above: The inspiration of Noosa’s natural environment is the spark that drives emerging artist Michelle Maclennan.

Right: Energetic colour is the theme of Debra Dougherty’s work.

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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

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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

MAHJONG & RUMMYIKUB WEDNESDAY Pomona Community House 1pm - 3.30pm Donation $3 includes tea & coffee

Ph: 5485 2427

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 A donation of $5 is appreciated to help this service to continue

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