Friday, 20 November 2020
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The legacy of the Bryce Sisters On Saturday November 14th the Maleny Historical Society held an open day at their Museum. The weather was almost perfect and that brought out the crowds not only for a “day in the sun” but, to learn a little about Maleny’s history. The existence of the Maleny Historical Museum owes a great deal to the very generous gesture of the Bryce sisters, Isabella and
Phyllis who donated the land following their death to the United Church on the understanding that some land would be put aside for the museum.
The home was originally on the Bryce farm on the site of the now Erowal retirement units & nursing home.
The Maleny Pioneer Cottage, built in 1906 by Charles Bryce, was the family home of Ben & Priscilla Bryce and their family, Isabella, Phyllis & Marjorie.
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The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News The legacy of the Bryce Sisters
Photo left: Even the resident possum enjoyed having company about.
Photo below: Just remembering when!
The Maleny Historical Society precinct houses a number of organisations, Maleny Men’s Shed Group, Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club along with the Maleny Ukulele Club. The Men’s Shed had cow bells that were made in the onsite Blacksmith Shop for sale. These bells are individually numbered so they will become collectors items Even the original Maleny Police Lockup is now installed at the Museum, just in case of any pugnacious behaviour onsite during open days. This Photo Above: Table set and ready for lockup was originally used at the the traditional Sunday Red Hill Police Station in Brisbane lunch after Church. before being transported to Maleny. With Christmas coming on the Maleny Historical Society Museum is a great place to take the kids and grandkids to show them. “world without screens and electronic games.
Maleny Community Events Calendar 2020 Youki comes to Maleny Thursday 26 November at 7.00pm at the Maleny Community Centre. Maleny RSL Christmas Party - Friday 27th November 2020 - Bar Opens 4.30p.m. Maleny Players Christmas Production 5,6,12 & 13 Dec Playhouse Maleny Showgrounds “Speak Up Now” group are having an Elder Abuse Forum at the Maleny RSL on Tuesday 1st December 2020 commencing at 11a.m. until 12.30p.m. Maleny Christmas Concert 11 December from 6pm Maleny Showgrounds Maleny Singers Christmas Carols 11 Dec Maleny RSL If you have a community event your organisation would like to promote, please email the details in the above format to malenysportspark@gmail.com by 12 noon each Monday for weekly inclusion
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Maleny District Sport & Recreation Club Inc Is an incorporated umbrella organisation whose aims are to promote. sport and recreation facilities for Maleny and surrounding districts.
Maleny Naval Cadets need your help!
The November parents committee meeting of the Maleny Naval Cadet Unit had a poor turn out. The Unit needs more parents to support the organisation that does so much to try to keep the kids on a path which interest them.
and carry out these functions with pride in the uniform they wear.
The unpaid volunteer instructors give some much of there time to teach these young people the skills in life. It is important that parents also support the Unit. The T.S. Centaur Naval Reserve Cadets who support the community in ceremonials at Remembrance Services, ANZAC Day guards, and flag raising ceremonies in and around Maleny,
Maleny Players Wednesday Play Reading The next evening Play Reading will be at the Maleny Player's Playhouse on the Showgrounds on Wednesday the 9th December at 7.00pm. The play to be read is ‘It Runs in the Family’ by Ray Cooney. Set in a hospital, the script contains the usual assortment of farcical nuts running in and out of doors mistaking everybody for someone else, as Dr. Mortimore tries to fend off a paternity suit, an ex-wife, a punkish daughter and various other lunatics so that he may, at last, deliver the Ponsonby Lecture in an international conference. A cast of 12 is required so if you are interested in coming along please let Teula De’Gras know by phone on 0423199005 or email on malenyplayers@gmail.com. Maleny Player’s Youth Theatre group meets regularly during school terms. Find out more about Maleny Players at their web site at: https://malenyplayers.org/news/ http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston Council Major Grants Funding announced
Council injects $823k in major grants to Coast economy
A wide range of organisations will share in $823,200 including the Conondale Public Hall Committee Inc. Conondale Public Hall Committee Inc treasurer Lois White said their $9374 Major Grant would help restump the hall and restore its windows. “The hall is nearly 90 years old. It doesn’t take much to run it but we’d love to get it back into full use where it’s the heart of the community,” Ms White said.
• activate the community in a resilient and vibrant way •
inject money into the local economy
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are ready to get started and be successfully completed
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deliver maximum community benefit.
“This will hopefully help breathe some life back into it, make it safe and compliant and be available to many community groups and wedding bookings each year.” Council’s Major Community Grants support eligible local community groups with funding up to $15,000 for projects (and up to $30,000 for infrastructure projects only) in one of seven categories: •
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Economic Development, and
• Sports, Recreation and Healthy Living. The Community Grants Program provides support to not-for-profit community groups for one-off projects, events and activities that benefit the Sunshine Coast community. The focus of the 2020/21 Community Grants Program remains on supporting projects which: • respond to community need and deliver on council’s priorities
For more information visit: https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/.../Gra.../ Major-Grants
Tell the Council what you think! Sunshine Coast residents will have a chance to voice their opinion on council service delivery through a community wide Sunshine Coast Council satisfaction survey. The community survey commences on the 7th November and will run until the 4th December. Residents and ratepayers can have their say on a range of subject matters, including parks and recreational facilities, local roads and pathways, libraries, pest management and the maintenance of our natural environment The online survey will be available any time up until 4 December at http://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston
Due to their distinctive new foliage and flowers, spring is the perfect time to highlight the spread of invasive weeds all over the Hinterland of the Sunshine Coast.
Maleny local, Jeanette Nobes, has been a tireless worker and advocate for the control and eradication of invasive weeds. Regrettably Council and Main Roads have not listened to her expert advice and consequently, we find ourselves in this current invasive weed mess. Also regrettably, many new and even long term residents think that invasive weed trees like camphor laurel, narrow/broad leaf privets and Chinese celtis (elm) are lovely trees. Nothing could be further from the truth. They are not called invasive weeds because they are good for our environment, they are called that because they rapidly destroy our environment, scenic views, valuable prime agricultural land, waterways and some species also pose a serious annual health risk to sufferers of hay fever and asthma.
Giant Devil’s Fig
In addition, other smaller invasive weeds are spreading exponentially in the Hinterland. Those weeds include, morning glory, giant rats tail, mist weed, giant devils fig, groundsel, Japanese sunflower, madeira
“War
on Weeds”
vine, cats claw creeper, red lantana and numerous others. Whilst some of these invasive weeds may seem attractive or pretty flowering shrubs, those who understand the nature of these plants, detest them because of the damage they do to our natural environment as well as the annual cost of control to both farmers and the community in general.
Japanese Sunflowers In addition they all rapidly take over local native plant species and fauna habitat. To fully understand why they are a problem, consider this old factual adage regarding weeds, “One years seed is seven years weeds”. This is because their seed can lay dormant in the ground for up to seven years before germination. Many environmentally minded people talk about sustainability, when discussing our natural environment. I strongly support sustainability but ask, “What is sustainable about pouring chemicals upon our land, year after year, in an endeavour to control the spread of invasive weeds?” The best way to control weed species and create a sustainable environment for future
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generations, is to eliminate the host plants and through persistence and hard work, pull out the newly germinated plants before they flower to repeat the cycle of another seven years of germination and continual hard work. Since elected to Council in April, I have endeavoured to educate other Councillors and Bio-security Staff, in an endeavour to lift the profile of invasive weeds and obtain increased focus and spending on weed control. However unless property owners, our State Government and all dedicated environmental community members understand the magnitude of the problem and work with Council to control and eliminate all invasive weeds, then we are doomed to failure and the Hinterland will rapidly become a weed infested wasteland, lacking in agricultural production, visual amenity and habitat for much of our native flora and fauna. This is a call to arms for all residents to support my efforts to get all levels of Government to act before it is too late. You can assist by demanding that our Council and State Government act now by allocating sufficient funding to control this urgent environmental and economic issue. For Details Visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Keeping you connected Please do keep an eye on my Facebook page for the latest Division 5 news and information, visit. www.facebook.com/ winstonjohnstondivision5scc Shop Locally & Shop with a Friend 5
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Maleny Accident Repair Centre Shed 3/16 Lawyer Street, Maleny
5499 9200 Take a look at a car repaint done this week!
https://malenysmash.com.au/ Maleny Accident Repair Centre Services
In Motor Vehicle Repairs, Experience Counts
Industry Advice from an Car Accident Repair Specialist We have a loan car available as well as the latest in repair technology to get you back on the road faster. Quality repairs, quality tradesmen and quality service. Why would you go anywhere else? Let your local help you. Stages of this Job shown are: Stage one complete. All dents repaired. Turret and bonnet taken back to metal. Vehicle primed and ready for paint prep. Car ready for first colour. Car masked up and second colour applied. Stage 1 completed. Clear over the whole vehicle. Now the magic begins! Why would you leave the beautiful hinterland when you can get a finish like this with a lifetime guarantee right her in Maleny. It pays to “Stay Local.�
If you have a claim let us help you. Call your local Accident Repairer on - 54999200
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Maleny Paint Supplies 6/14 Lawyer Street, Maleny.
Ph 54942002
www.malenypaintsupplies.com Australian Owned and made brands of Ultra-Premium paints
Australis Pristine Interior Low Sheen “Ideal for internal walls!” Australis Pristine Low Sheen is an Ultra Premium Interior pure acrylic formulated to allow tough everyday stains such as coffee, red wine & beetroot to be removed almost without trace. It is the best choice for walls, hallways, family rooms & ceilings. Australis Pristine is easy to apply with no messy spatter and with minimal care will give long lasting service. It has a 15 year guarantee. This paint will give good service over a long period of time if it surfaces are properly prepared and paint properly applied.
A Handy Painter’s Tip
Always use a Quality Paint for better results
Method of Application Brush, roller or spray Satisfactory with most equipment Observe the State Spray Painting Regulations Stir well before use using a broad, flat paddle in a scooping motion
This paint has been specially developed to assist with the removal of common household stains. Stains such as coffee, red wine and beetroot may be removed almost without trace, by the use of a damp cloth and a quality household cleaner such as Ajax Spray ‘n’ Wipe. Australis Pristine also comes in a Matt and Satin Sheen level. It is available in 1lt - 4 lt - 10 lt and 15lt cans, with occasional special editions of 6lts in white tint base.
Special Price for this month Australis Allshield Exterior Ultra Premium - White Base
6 lts - $89.00 Fidders for wood workers Fidders Hard Wax Oil in Natural is also available for those wood turners out there who demand the best ion a wood wax oil. Also available is Fidders Tung Oil.
Do not apply if temperature is below 10C or likely to fall below 10C during drying Do not apply if rain is expected or in excessively hot, dry conditions Mould, fungal infected surfaces and efflorescence must be treated to eliminate the possibility of recurrence.
Coverage Approximately 16 square metres per litre Two coat coverage. Coverage will vary depending on the profile and porosity of the painted surface. Cleanup with water
Australian Made & Australian Owned
For detailed information showing the process in detail visit the web page below:
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Maple Street Meats Specialising in quality product and service.
Shop2/4 Maple Street, Maleny When only the best will do!
Australian Meat Pies Ingredients ✦
1 pound ground beef
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1 onion, chopped
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¾ cup water
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¼ cup ketchup
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 cubes beef bouillon
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste
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¼ cup cornstarch
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¼ cup cold water
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1 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts for a double-crust pie
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1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
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1 egg, beaten
Is it True or not? A customer asked one of those working at Maple Street Meats last week if the legs in the photo below were front or rear legs and he was not sure. Well it didn’t really matter because they tasted “bloody good.” Congratulations boys!
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And Blairs top tip for meat consumers? With the State of Origin football over the next couple of weeks on television these terrific little meat pies will be great for munching on. They are often referred to as Australia's national food and during sporting event are great little behaviour watchers as eating them soothes the mind. Cool pies well before serving, as filling will be very hot. Eat by hand or with knife and fork, as desired, depending on how refined your behaviour is.
GO the Maroons!
Recipes from Jeremi Australian Meat Pies Step 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffi n tin.
Step 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. (Drain and discard grease.) Add 3/4 cup water, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, bouillon cubes, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until combined, about 10 minutes. Step 3 Mix 1/4 cup cold water and cornstarch together in a bowl to form a paste; stir into meat mixture. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat. Step 4 Use a 4-inch biscuit cutter to cut the pie crusts into 12 circles. Line each muffi n cup with a circle, pressing into the bottom and sides. Fill each with the meat mixture. Use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut puff pastry dough into 12 circles. Top each fi lled muffi n cup with with a circle and seal edges together. Brush pastry tops with beaten egg. Step 5 Bake in the preheated oven until crusts are brown and fl aky, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in pan before removing pies, about 10 minutes.
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The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News Maleny Chamber
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Have you got your Local Shopping Gift Card Yet?
Remember the Why Leave Town Promotions Maleny Christmas Concert The great news is that the Maleny Chamber was we successful making an application wit the Sunshine Coast Council for a grant to host the Maleny Christmas Concert at the Showgrounds on Friday 11th December from 6pm. This replaces the street festival which under covid we cannot do.
Who's keen to support their favourite card designs AND win a $50 local gift card?
To go into the running, simply comment below and tell us in 15 WORDS OR LESS what you'd do with a $50 local gift card. The two most creative responses within the word limit will each win a $50 card of their choice. To see a list of current programs and participating businesses, click here: https://www.whyleavetown.com/participatingstores Tag as many mates as you'd like! Best of luck Giveaway closes Monday November 16 at 4pm.
Now it is time to get back into some community activities. SAVE THE DATE. More details are to come soon.
Why Shop Locally? While it may not be possible to source all our needs from our local retailers and tradesman, here are a few reasons to think twice before you make your next purchase: It Creates local jobs and it is personal; Shopping locally helps Australia grow; Shopping locally gives better consumer choice and better customer service because you are shopping with a friend; Assists local businesses support local community & sporting groups; It reduces your carbon footprint Will you really support local businesses? http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
We are in the Semi final and we really need your vote. Please click this link: https://www.facebook.com/WLTPromotions/posts/ 10158852096719559 and use the CARE emoji which will register your vote for Maleny.
Live - Love - Shop Maleny
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Maleny RFB Volunteer group Did You Know? Use of NBN during emergency events Your home phone, computer or mobile device connected to the NBN will not work if there is a power failure during an emergency. Each mainspowered item of equipment connected to the nbn™ access network will need its own battery back-up to work during a power outage. You may not be able to call Triple Zero (000) to access emergency services from your home phone or connected devices. You may not receive an emergency alert warning message.
Maleny SES Volunteer group Maleny SES Deployment Maleny SES members have joined other groups from around the Sunshine Coast, NSW & SA helping out in the Ipswich area after the big hail storm on November 5th. As a result of this storm about 3000 requests for assistance have been received from the Ipswich and Logan areas. To see the amount of Damage first hand that this storm has done is an eye opener.
As part of your emergency plan, think about what you will do and what your options may be to get help if you need it. Include a battery powered radio in your emergency kit and ensure that you keep your mobile phone fully charged. Listen to local ABC Radio will assist you to keep up to date with emergency message. Massive damage was caused by giant hail stones to most roofs in the area. It’s going to be a long road to recovery for those communities.
Maleny SES Annual Awards Presentation
The Maleny State Emergency Service Volunteer Group is holding their annual Awards Presentation on the 5th December commencing at 3p.m. The Presentation will take place at the Maleny SES HQ, Maleny Showgrounds, 13 Stanley River Road, Maleny. Photo Below: Storm Damage Ipswich Area November 2020
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This year will introduce the Llyod Larney Memorial SES Encouragement Award in recognition of the long service that Lloyd had as a volunteer with the group as Group Leader. He was the inaugural Group Leader and remained for nearly 30m years until he retired.
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Witta Market This Saturday
With plenty of shade and usually a breeze, the Witta Market is always the perfect spot to recharge and it is on this weekend, Saturday, 21 November 7.00 am till 12 noon at the Old Witta School! The amazing group of Sunshine Coast locals who make up the Witta Market are ready to welcome you once more to the Old School green on Saturday. This month we’re excited to welcome @le_treatz to the Witta Market! Locally made mouth watering sweets and treats, these authentic French style cakes and desserts are a must do indulgence for any sweet tooth and we cant wait to get our hands on them. Finding all of these speciality goods in one place is something you just wont find anywhere else. Think quality this Christmas, and think local! You can follow us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/wittamarket
Toilet Paper made from Bamboo!
“Who Gives a Crap?” “Who Gives a Crap” think that they make the best toilet paper in the world (duh), but you don't have to take their world for it. Meet a few of the happy bums that are helping change the world one flush at a time. Made without trees No plastic wrapping 50% of profits donated to build toilets in third world countries. Bamboo Toilet Paper now available at Maleny Paint Supplies. Just $2.00 a roll. Softest loo roll ever— it’s like wiping with clouds • • • •
Made with 100% forest friendly bamboo 370 sheets per roll No inks, dyes or scents Luxurious trois-ply (that’s 3-ply in French, darling)
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It is now available at Maleny Paint Supplies
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Police News Neighbourhood Watch Scammers
Police are aware of a scam in which the caller poses as a Neighbourhood Watch Queensland (NHWQ) member or representative and is selling advertising within a NHWQ journal or magazine. Please be advised that NHWQ DOES NOT sell advertising space associated with ANY resources. Whenever receiving a request for investment/ payment, don’t commit to anything during the call. Police encourage you to be vigilant with your research. If the caller has your interest and you are keen to participate, ask questions including, callers name, contact phone number, business name, the purpose of the magazine/journal and alternative payment methods. Then do your own research and make you own inquiries including making contact with the business the caller is purporting to represent, to verify the legitimacy of the request. It is important to remember that you can never be too careful when it comes to handing out your information or money. So far this year Scamwatch has received over 18,000 reports of these scams, an increase of 40 per cent compared to reports across all of 2019. People aged 24 and under reported losing more than $4.1 million to threat based scams and women reported losses three times higher than men and it is believed that scams are generally under-reported in Australia.
As a result of those scams Australians have lost
over $8.8 million to threat based scams, and young people are reporting the highest losses. It is important to remember that Australian Government departments, Federal, State or Local will never send pre-recorded messages to your phone or threaten you with immediate arrest for outstanding debts to them. If you have experienced fraud or theft or the scammer is impersonating the police, contact your local police or crime stoppers on 1800 333 000. Shop Locally & Shop with a Friend 11
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COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF MALENY Inc. After the easing of some of the Covid restrictions Probus will recommence their monthly meetings on Nov 25, the fourth Wednesday of the month. Probus was formed to meet the need for companionship of their peers and mental stimulation for retired business and professional men and women. The Club's vision is to promote and foster Friendship, Fellowship and Fun. Although the Probus Organisation was originally founded for retired PROfessional and BUSiness people the organisation welcomes retired members from all walks of life. Membership also offers the benefit of: •
Flagship Probus publication – ACTIVE RETIREESTM Magazine
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Competitions
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Probus Member Benefits Scheme
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Probus National Insurance Scheme
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Probus Travel Insurance
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Probus Getaways
The Club meets at the Uniting Church, Maleny - Landsborough Road, Maleny, on the fourth Wednesday of every month except January and December. Members meet from 9.30 am and the meeting commences at 10.00 am. Approximately 20 minutes is devoted to Club business and reporting to members after which the guest speaker is introduced. The speakers normally speak for about 45 min. on a wide variety of topics which is then followed by a substantial Morning Tea. Throughout the year the Club organises various trips and outings which may include luncheons, excursions to places of interest and occasionally trips away. If you think you may be interested in joining Probus, - you are most welcome to come along as a visitor. Please contact our Membership Officer, Di Begbie on 0437 514340.
An Old Codger’s Thoughts
Border Opening - Covid Just a quick thought - just how quickly the Queensland borders were opened once the state election was over. It was also amazing just how quickly Covid -19 disappeared when it came to selling tickets for the third State of Origin football in Brisbane on November 18th. They are expecting over50,000. Who says these decisions are not made for political reasons - but based on medical decisions alone!
Truthful Jones says And he swears that it 100% true. - No Bulls##t” that he was flying from Brisbane to Perth to visit his son and daughter-in-law. Unexpectedly, the plane was diverted to Adelaide along the way because of bad weather. The flight attendant explained that there would be a delay, and if the passengers wanted to get off the aircraft and stretch their legs. The plane would re-board in about 50 minutes. Everybody got off the plane except one lady who was blind. One man did noticed her as he walked by and could tell the lady was blind because her Seeing Eye dog lay quietly underneath the seats in front of her throughout the entire flight. He could also tell she had flown this very flight before because the pilot approached her, and calling her by name, said, “Kathy, we are in Adelaide for almost an hour. Would you like to get off and stretch your legs?” The blind lady replied, “No thanks, but maybe my dog would like to stretch his legs.” All the people in the gate area came to a complete standstill when they looked up and saw the pilot walk off the plane with a See-ing Eye dog! The pilot was even wearing sun-glasses. People scattered. They not only tried to change planes, but they were trying to change airlines! Truthful Jones says, “The moral to the story is never assume anything as not everything may be as it first appears.”
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Maleny Service 16 Lawyer Street, Maleny.
Centre
Ph 54943444
http://www.malenyservicecentre.com.au
One Stop Mechanical Services Shop Licenced Roadworthy Inspector on the premises
Airless Tyres are “On the way” Major tyre manufacturers are presently experimenting with and developing an “airless” or nonpneumatic tyre for the passenger vehicle market. This will be a major leap forward for tyres as you never have to worry about your tyres leaking because non-pneumatic tires have no air to leak. It is believed that they will need to be replaced less often. Unfortunately, at this time airless tyres provide a rougher ride and this could lead to other mechanical problems. Airless tyres would also get considerably hotter than a standard tyre because frictional heat cannot disperse efficiently as with air inflated tyres. Airless tyres are expected to launch on a General Motors vehicle by 2024. They are presently undergo real-world testing on a fleet of Chevrolet Bolt EVs. Your One Stop Shop for Automotive Repairs – you don’t need to do the running around, we do it for you!:.
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Local Groups News There is a Recreational Group in Maleny and Surrounds that will cater for your desires!
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre needs volunteers!
Volunteers are Urgently Needed at the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre. There are a number of roles that need mose help. Kitchen Help
The Centre can always use help in their kitchen, no experience is necessary and only a smile is required! There is preparation to be done the day before the Thursday Community Lunch and assistance in serving on the day Garden Help The upkeep of the community garden includes weeding, watering, planting & pruning. Any help big or small, would be very much appreciated as the garden’s produce supplies the Thursday community lunch. Front Desk The wonderful front desk volunteers are there to greet everyone who comes through our front door. If you enjoy meeting people or answering the phone this may be exactly for you. Minimal computer skills would be a bonus but not essential. Become a part of this great Centre serving the beautiful Maleny & Surrounds Community.
Have your say on 0ur areas Heritage Sunshine Coast Council has a plan to preserve the region’s heritage and is inviting the community to have their say. Once endorsed, the Sunshine Coast Heritage Plan will inform the development of the annual Heritage Levy Program, funded by the Heritage Levy. As an incentive at this busy time of year, early birds who complete the survey will receive tickets to a drive in Christmas movie at Maleny. Plus, all participants will go in the draw to win an ipad. The draft Sunshine Coast Heritage Plan 2021–2031 is available for comment until Sunday December 13 via a short survey on council’s website at: https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/openconsultation
Responsible Driving with Maleny High
Last week some of the Maleny State High School Year 10 and 11 students were completing their Roadcraft Driver Education program, learning and practising the skills of responsible driving. The school would like to say a huge ‘Thank You’ to the Apex Club Maleny for their support of this program, the school and their students!
The Centre is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. Volunteers can work a half or full day or as needed. For more information or to add your name to the volunteer list please contact Nancy on 5499 9345. YOU are needed!. http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc.
Just adding to making this area such a great place to live!
RACQ LifeFlight comes to the rescue again! LifeFlight helicopters have flown more than 56,000 missions over four decades, delivering rapid response critical care: from responding to motor vehicle accidents and patient retrievals from ships at sea to neo-natal and cardiac hospital transfers. Not only after an accident or major incident, but There are many people alive today who would not during a period of serious illness aeromedical have had a chance of survival without the work o the intervention can significantly increase a patient’s RACQ CareFlight crews. chance of survival, greatly reduce the possibility of Next time you see one of the iconic gold and blue permanent disability and assist in a shorter helicopters overfly our area, or indeed and in our recovery time. show-grounds spare a thought, firstly for the person whose life is being assisted by the CareFlight crews. Also spare a thought for those highly trained personnel who are making that difference to somebody every single day.
It is just another one of the great lifesaving services provides a blanket of care that we have available to us in the Maleny and surrounding area. You can assist them in their critical tasks by visiting the web site: https://www.lifeflight.org.au/donatetoday/ Regularly we see that Yellow and Blue saviour from the skies which is the RACQ LifeFlight Helicopter land in the Maleny Show-grounds. Generally, it is a sign of another person’s distress. These calls could be as a result of serious traffic accidents, heart attacks or a myriad of other serious life threatening incidents. Regularly during summer months the LifeFlight crews are called on to extract climbers in trouble from the various Glasshouse Mountains and extract injured rural workers from isolated properties following accidents or serious illnesses.
Apart from the 10 helicopters of various models LifeFlight’s fixed-wing fleet includes four Air Ambulance Jets: ✓
3x Bombardier Challenger 604 aircraft
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1x Learjet 45
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As a charity, LifeFlight relies on support from the Queensland community to fund the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue community service. You can find out more about RACQ CareFlight at the web address: https://www.lifeflight.org.au/community http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc.
Vision is to “To Save and Display Maleny's History”
Witta - A Short History Once called Teutoburg it had a name change during World War 1
so as not to sound too German!
Situated some 8kms north west of Maleny, the area known as Witta, once called Teutoburg, was first settled by German immigrants in 1887 and has a wonderful history of early settlement, dedicated hard work and strong family values.
'Maleny' was transferred to the settlement on the Obi Obi Creek. The town was declared as called Witta on 18 May 1916, and recorded in the Queensland Government Gazette on 20 May 1916. The reason for the town’s name change was not spelt out in the Government Gazette but during the years of the First World War anti-German sentiments were being expressed and people and places with Germanic sounding names came under close scrutiny by members of the public and by some government officials.
These early settlers are believed to have come from the Teutoburgh forest region of Munster, in northern Germany. They came bringing their farming heritage and set about clearing the land to create outstanding dairy and crop growing country, which it remains to this day. The area was noted for its crops, cheese and wine, as well as the timber industry. The Witta Sawmill, owned by the Tesch family and established in the 1910s, was a major business in Witta, eventually expanding to Caloundra and Landsborough. A town reserve was surveyed there in 1888 and, interestingly, it was first called 'Maleny', but the local residents lobbied for the name to be changed to Teutoburg.
To extinguish any doubts about their loyalty the people of Teutoberg petitioned for a name change for the area, and the area was renamed Witta which is
believed to be a corruption of the word “Weyta” meaning dingo or wild dog in the Kabi Kabi language. A school was opened in 1892, first called the Teutoberg Provisional School and becoming the Teutoberg State School in 1909. The school closed in 1974 but still plays a key role as a community centre with shady areas, picnic tables and toilets. A School of Arts was opened in 1908 by Harry Walker, M.L.A. There is a delightful write up in the Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser of the day saying that the robust Harry rode 40 miles to be present at the opening ceremony and then “occupied the chair and in a few well-chosen
Photo: C.M. Nothling’s early farm and vineyards at Teutoburg
Information here is supplied by Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc "To collect, store, preserve, restore and display examples of past life in Maleny so we can effectively tell and show the story of our community. Address:
Phone :
7 Bryce Lane, Maleny.
(07) 5499 9030.
Web Address: http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Witta - A Short History (Continued from the previous page) words declared the School of Arts open.” This was a strong Lutheran community. The early settlers brought with them their historic values and a church was built in 1893 where the Lutheran Pastor E.Becker from Brisbane arranged for regular services. In 1911 a new church took its place. This historic monument to the faith of those early settlers is still in use today.
son of one of the earliest settlers C.M. Nothling, who had a farm and vineyard in the area, was only one of two people ever to represent Australia at both Cricket and Rugby Union at international level.
first time he picked up a javelin he broke the NSW, Australian and Australasian records. He died of hypertensive heart disease on 26 September 1965 at Chelmer, Brisbane, and was cremated.
He played rugby for For those of a sporting bent Australia as full back in the only other Australian 19 international rugby and cricket dual matches and cricket in international was Johnny one Test Match as a Taylor. right arm medium fast Today there are still excellent bowler. He was also Witta's history is one that reflects sports facilities in use at the its earlier family values, hard work the only person at Witta Recreational Club, Australian International and community. However in the Photo: Otto including tennis courts that 1920’s a new-found sporting fame Cricket to have been Nothling 1917 have been played on since the picked ahead of Sir burned bright. Otto Nothling, 1920’s. Donald Bradman. That was for the 1928 Opposite is the beautifully second test maintained Witta cemetery against Some say that Witta is almost a England. suburb of Maleny but the rolling Bradman farmlands between the two was settlements serve to complement, relegated not vie with each other. to 12th Maleny has all the services and man. excitement of a vibrant township. He was also Witta provides a gentler and more talented relaxed place, happily basking in athlete. a proud history from its early The very settlement days. Photo - Overlooking the Conondale Valley from “Teutoburg”
Information here is supplied by Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc "To collect, store, preserve, restore and display examples of past life in Maleny so we can effectively tell and show the story of our community. Address:
Phone :
7 Bryce Lane, Maleny.
(07) 5499 9030.
Web Address: http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc.
Vision is to “To Save and Display Maleny's History” Maleny Historical Society
All About Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club
Vale Kevin Howell
Members of the Maleny Cultural & Historic Society from the Maleny Pioneer Village wish to acknowledge and pay a mark of respect to their President, Kevin Howell, who passed away in the early hours of November 6th at the Maleny Hospital. Kevin had been undergoing cancer treatment for some time, but his condition deteriorated quickly and his passing was peaceful & comfortable. Kevin also belonged to the Maleny & District Men’s Shed. He was a mainstay of the Blacksmith’s Shop there as well as a member of the Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club. He was the current President of the Maleny Cultural & Historical Society. The thoughts of the members of all of the above organisations are with Kevin’s wife Rita and his family.
Museum Open Day
At the recent Maleny Historical Society Open Day a rare collection of porcelain dolls was unveiled. The collection of about 600 rare dolls and their glass cases was the life’s work of doll artisan Louise Cogzell. The collection is valued at over $80,000.00. The dolls will take pride of place at the Museum.
Did you know that before 1926, in towns and cities everywhere, the first motorists shared the streets with horse-drawn vehicles. In Queensland they also shared the same traffic laws. You would be fined if you drove through intersections or around corners at a speed above 4mph, which was an average horse speed, or if you parked your vehicle at the curb with the engine turned off and the park brake applied and were at too great a distance from your vehicle or away from it for more than 15 minutes you were fined £2. If the £2 fine was not paid, these motorists faced 7 days in jail. Did they complain that it was just fund raising for the Government.
Thanks to the technical advisors at Blackall Range Horseless carriage club for the above warning!
Motorists were also clearly discouraged from coming into towns. Oh! how things have changed - try getting a park in Maple Street at any time now! BLACKALL RANGE HORSELESS CARRIAGE CLUB 7 Bryce Lane, off McCarthys Rd Maleny Cuppa and chat at clubrooms Wednesdays and Sundays, 9am. Visit our Web Page at: https://www.brhcclub.com/ Email: brhccinc@gmail.com
Information here is supplied by Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc "To collect, store, preserve, restore and display examples of past life in Maleny so we can effectively tell and show the story of our community. Address:
7 Bryce Lane, Maleny.
Phone : (07) 5499 9030. Web Address: http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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PO Box 5, Maleny Qld 4552 email:
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Maleny Hardware & Rural Supplies Hardware - Farm Supplies - Pet Products - Garden - Fencing - Camping
Andrea & Mark Porter
Maleny Hardware and Rural Supplies is located in the centre of Maleny in the picturesque Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Thy offer good old fashioned service to your car for those heavy items. There is also ample parking at the front and pick up at the rear of the store. We are independently owned and supply the local community with rural and hardware supplies at competitive prices.
Did you know we can deliver items in surrounding suburbs for a small fee. Come and browse through our extensive range of products and say hi to the new owners Andrea & Mark Porter.
The signs of spring are beginning to happen around us as the days lengthen and the earth begins to warm…
Now is an ideal time to check out our new “Garden Section”
Garden Plants
We now have loads of flowering plants so come and have a see for yourself. This is now hydrangeas season. They make a pretty garden. Hydrangeas like morning sun, but do not do well if they're in direct, hot afternoon sun. Partial shade in the later parts of the day is ideal for these beauties. Growing hydrangeas in pots is a great option for people who are limited in space. With the proper care, the plant will bloom again. Cut back the hydrangea's shoots when the plant has stopped flowering.
Did you know that we have in store a range of Workwear and Boots ✤
Blundstone boots
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Trade wear - King Gee
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Gumboots for adults and children
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Raincoats and umbrellas
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Sloggers (in loads of colours & patterns)
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Bamboo socks
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Hats
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Sunglasses
Call in and check us out - I am sure that you will be surprised at the range of clothing and boots in stock!
To check out the extensive range of products stocked visit the web site: https://malenyhardwareandruralsupplies.godaddysites.com/products
Phone. 07 5494 2302
https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/ For a detailed list of products and services provided go to https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/products
31 Coral Street, Maleny Queensland 4552, Australia Like us on Facebook for up-to-date special offers and upcoming events. https://www.facebook.com/Maleny-Hardware-Rural-Supplies-102339257834353/
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THIS Weeks JOKE A woman in a hot air balloon realised she was lost. She reduced altitude and spotted a man below. She descended a bit more and shouted: "'Excuse me, can you help me? I promised a friend I would meet him an hour ago but I don't know where I am”. The man below replied "You're in a hot air balloon hovering approximately 30 feet above the ground. You're between 40 and 41 degrees north latitude and between 59 and 60 degrees west longitude". "You must be a technician." said the balloonist. "I am" replied the man "how did you know?" "Well," answered the balloonist, "everything you have told me is probably technically correct, but I've no idea what to make of your information and the fact is, I'm still lost. Frankly, you've not been much help at all. If anything, you've delayed my trip with your talk."
Elder Abuse Forum in Maleny Elder abuse is a neglected aspect of Domestic and Family Violence, so SPEAK UP NOW Maleny and Blackall Range will host a free forum targeting this serious problem at Maleny RSL on Tuesday December 1 at 10.30am. As well as physical and emotional abuse, elders often suffer abuse of power by those entrusted with their care. It is expected older people from our community as well as those who care for them would attend this important information program. The forum is free and all are welcome. A complimentary morning tea will be served and it will continue from 11am till 12.30. Proceedings will open with a 40 minute movie of a play ‘Piano Forte’, written by staff at the Suncoast Community Legal Service. This is a fun and easily accessible way of introducing the issues of elder abuse and the pitfalls associated with Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney.
The man below responded, "You must be in management". "I am" replied the balloonist, "but how did you know?" "Well," said the man "you don't know where you are or where you're going. You have risen to where you are, due to a large quantity of hot air. You made a promise, which you've no idea how to keep, and you expect people beneath you to solve your problems. The fact is you are in exactly the same position you were in before we met, but now, somehow, it's my effin fault! “Just how true is this?”
Books 4 Kids at Christmas Help Sunshine Coast Libraries and local charities make a kid’s Christmas special by joining the annual Books 4 Kids Christmas book drive - at any Sunshine Coast Library Monday 16 November to Friday 11 December. Books will be distributed to children in need in time for Santa’s visit!
People acting suspiciously in Bald Knob Area The photo below shows two people of a group of four who were seen on a security camera whilst they were acting suspiciously at a house at Bald Knob earlier this week. Remember to take care with security around your house and report anything suspicious to local police. Maybe next time it will be your home. On this occasion security camera caught their deeds for future police use.
Speakers from the Sunshine Coast Community Legal Service as well as Tove Easton of Easton Lawyers will address the audience and questions will be welcome. Because of COVID 19 restrictions it is necessary for you to book. Please ring Val France on 0419599042 as soon as possible to make sure of your place or email: combinedserviceclubsmaleny@gmail.com http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Local Tradespersons When you use a local tradesperson and you know who you are dealing with!
Brett Cooper Builder Builders Lic . 15045940. -
HIA. 863583
Talk to us about your new home! email: brettcooperbuilding@gmail.com
0409987995
Tony & Di’s Home Maintenance ABN. 47988681738
No job too small - Carpentry - Painting Tiling General Repairs & Maintenance
0487770653
AA Plus Jobs
Arandall Painting
Adrian Gault
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At your Service
All odd jobs, Small Renovations, Landscaping. Floor Sanding + installation, Restoration and Painting
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When only the best will do! QBCC No 1113664
Quality Painting & Decorating with over 40 years experience
0429878095
Here is a local Facebook Page worth having a look at especially at this time of year
Sustainable Living https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 589804454430776
Advertise your local business here for just $15 per mth Published Digitally on First & Third Friday of each month. Visit web site at http://www.issuu/hinterlandgrapevine (then pick the issue wanted)
For more information contact Maleny Paint on 54942002 http://www.hinterlandgrapevine.com
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Who
Remembers
this?
Maleny Cattle Sale Yards The last lot of Boxsells Cattle Sales Yards were built by Cyril Hillier & Ray Newsham. They stood on the site where the Maleny Woolworths Supermarket stands today. Sales were held on Mondays and Tuesdays with cattle sales on one day and calf sales on the next. The sales were an integral part of Maleny’s daily life and many
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farmers treated the day as a social event.
Another part of Maleny's daily life relegated into history.
They ceased to operate on. Tuesday February 3rd 2004...
Today a memory of the Maleny Sale Yards can be seen at Maleny Dairies where the public seating gallery is now used in the tourist area as a seating area in the cafe section Oh! how our daily life has changed in the duration of less that one lifetime.
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