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BOXING CLEVER Nambour's Oneheart Training students head to Australian Titles

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vents shifting, changing, cancelling, reforming, postponing… all because of stupid Covid. Plus, half of the population is stuck in cars waiting for PCR tests, or at home waiting for RATs, or isolating because they are vulnerable or too sick to work.

INSIDE THIS MONTH FEATURES Local people, local stories

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FOOD DRINK DINE The flavours and produce of the region, plus our local market guide

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COMMUNITY NEWS

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It’s a shock to our systems after the relatively functional time we had before the borders opened. Still, we adapt, and I continue to see kindness, generosity and humour out there, so all is not lost. Let’s hope the swathe of Omicron means this virus may become endemic, rather than stay a pandemic.

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CREATIVE CUTS Artist profiles, entertainment and news on the Arts

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It’s always interesting watching how the paper adjusts and mirrors whatever the community is focusing on. This month we have the second part of Gay Liddington’s story on the extraordinary life of Steve McLeish; we also have her feedback on the new Maleny Neighbourhood Centre book – what a valuable place that is, with such incredible people involved!

LIGHT RELIEF Letters, poetry, crosswords, Sudoku and cartoons

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HEALTH, BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

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We welcome back writer Angela Reedman-Polinski, who shares the story of The Conversation Hub, a new collaborative project between Speak Up Now and Blackall Range Uniting Church, helping families and the elderly with challenging situations.

BACK TO NATURE Wildlife and climate

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REAL ESTATE

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The most inspiring story for me this month comes from Oneheart Training Academy in Nambour. Rebecca Mugridge spoke with Founder and Boxing Coach Charlie Wetere, and two students who have overcome huge hurdles, mental health issues and bullying to become state champion finalists.

LOCAL MUSINGS Hinterland opinion pieces

In addition to all this, we have Frank and Louis busking across the Sunny Coast, with big dreams and a strong work ethic; the Maleny Wood Expo (and Wootha Prize) returns after two years, and there is a new initiative at Maleny Lane, inviting under 18s to start their own Open Mic night. Dr Edwin Kruys gives his update on masks, we have some holistic healing with horses, and fun (and free) hinterland trail ideas. Not to mention Local Musings, which sparks much debate from you; birds and koalas in Back to Nature, and our usual letters and poetry (which I love receiving, thank you!).

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So, while things are in a state of flux, I hope your HT brings a state of calm.

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Take care of yourself and see you in March.

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orn in Nambour, with a stint in Boston before settling in Currimundi, musical brothers Frank and Louis are coming to the hinterland on February 12 to delight all who hear them. Frank and Louis are highly talented musicians who took up guitar playing while living in Boston at the age of seven and nine. Their mum Eva explained more, “They had a teacher in Boston who made it fun - half of the lesson was taken up with him regaling stories about the antics of various rock stars! “When we returned to Australia the boys would learn using YouTube... there are so many amazing guitarists who upload lessons. They also learn tunes by ear, by slowing down tracks and listening.” Louis, now 13, is the main singer, guitar and bass player and brother Frank, now 15, accompanies with harmonies, guitar, harmonica and stomp box. Since moving back to Australia they have developed a large following on the Sunshine Coast and beyond. Last year they won the Australian National Busking Competition for the 14 - 17 age group and their original songwriting has made them one of three finalists of the BluesFest National busking competition their prize being to play the Delta Stage at BluesFest this coming April. Their unique and sublime musical style has evolved from exposure to many musical genres from their many mentors, their latest being Louie Shelton, a session musician and producer who has worked with the greatest, from the Jackson Five through to Neil Diamond and John Lennon, and has taken the two of them under his wing. “They are his first ever students,” said Eva, “only one lesson so far due to Covid cancellations, but it's wonderful

Frank and Louis with their new mentor, Louie Shelton

to have someone so inspiring to help them. He is a very generous and humble man.” The brothers love all types of music, and now firmly back on Australian soil they really enjoy Parcels, Lime Cordiale and The Milk Carton Kids. “Lou has a wonderful singing teacher in Toni Zaffa, who is a fierce supporter of Louis' unusual vocal style,” shared Eva. “She pushes him to try all the genres, to sing songs he would never choose himself so that he learns a range of music, something Louie Shelton also said was important - learn all types of music.” As for the boys’ opinions, Louis said, “It takes many hours of practice, but it's well worth it when people stop in the street to listen to us.” “We love playing,” continued Frank with a smile, “We're starting to write our own songs and hope maybe one day to play Coachella."

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In the mid-’90s, music drew Steve back to itself. He became part of a covers band, then later, formed a duo with Gary Jones. The two had previously worked together as volunteer organisers at a fundraising event, Circus of the Senses for the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre. Steve’s talent as an event organiser developed. “I ran a festival called Rhythm of Life in Green Park, Conondale. Maleny local, Steve Langton, told me he’d just made an instrument—it was his first thongophone, a percussive instrument made from PVC pipes that produces the sound when struck with a rubber clapper. “Gary and I agreed we’d discovered a rough diamond in Steve, one who hadn’t played much music but made these unique instruments. Steve Langton joined us and came up with the name Hubbub. Jacinta Foale then became part of the team and we hit the performance road. “After a few years, instrument making took precedence and Hubbub consisted of the two Steves. We had amazing adventures, like building S.S. Synge, a fire organ, on a river barge under Brisbane’s Story Bridge for the Centenary of Federation event.

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In Maleny circles, Steve McLeish is known as a multi-skilled musician and event organiser extraordinaire, but delve a little deeper and there is much more to his story.

ydney born By GAY Steve McLeish LIDDINGTON entered the world with music and a fighting spirit in his blood. He attributes his achievements to the many teachers who lit the way. After a family business venture failed, Steve left Sydney and landed at the newly established Crystal Waters Eco Village in 1988. “I was a smooth-skinned city man with soft hands. My first job was with a builder who had 52 holes dug for a house. They were too small, so I had to square off the holes with a crowbar in the middle of winter. No gloves— it wrecked my hands. I swung a hammer on 22 of the houses at Crystal Waters and the village community hall.”

“A highlight for the ‘Trash Dragon’ was at Woodford Folk Festival, New Year’s Eve 2000. We performed for a global simulcast and were the first shown to an audience of millions.” Over the years, Steve McLeish immersed himself in understanding rhythm and movement, through the art of body percussion. He combined that with the Gurdjieff movements— multiple rhythms, self-observation, and left-right brain integration, to originate a team-building program, Thinking Rhythm, which he taught to school teachers, who passed it on to their students. “I was then asked to work with a global network of facilitators. My first job was in Hong Kong. It was a raging success—disarming and mind opening. I worked with groups of up to 150 people. We took Thinking Rhythm to Taipei and Singapore.” In the meantime, Gary Jones drifted away from Hubbub music and Steve McLeish and Steve Langton took their craft to Korea and the central Australian desert. “We were grinding and making instruments all day, as Steve still does. We worked with six schools in Korea—

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“The artists had no say, and young people didn’t have a place to incubate. While having coffee with a couple of artists, an idea hatched. So, I started Saturday morning artists’ coffee catchup with around 40 people attending.

created a performance and made installations for each school. “On our return, Dr Yang Hee-Q from the Korean Gandhi School asked to bring his students to Australia to learn from us. I took on that project and the Maleny Gandhi School evolved. “The Maleny community provided the Year 11 students with homestay accommodation. I employed performing arts people and developed the ‘learning English through performing arts’ course. It was highly successful—four groups a year, 40 students at a time. We did that for eight years.” After the Gandhi School project ended in 2010, McLeish’s reputation as festival coordinator preceded him. “I was working for Barung Landcare and became involved with the Maleny Wood Expo. This would be my 15th year with them, first as assistant coordinator, then coordinator. “Between 2008—2011, I site managed the Caloundra Music Festival, and the emergency response team at the Woodford Folk Festival, and the Dreaming Festival.

“Brainstorming, we came up with the FrontUp name. I formulated a plan, and Monday nights FrontUp in Maleny Lane came to life.” Steve McLeish, honoured as winner of the 2014 Sunshine Coast Council Australia Day Award, Creative Section, seems single-minded in his determination to support the arts in the community. Whether teaching his students saxophone, clarinet, or body percussion, at the helm directing events, or facilitating Monday night’s FrontUp gigs at Maleny Lane, Steve McLeish is held in high esteem by his peers.

opportunity to put those masters with young people would be awesome. “For me, the community is so important. It’s not about money, I possess a car and some musical instruments, but I do have what’s important, a loving community.”

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Steve expresses his passion for connecting young people to community elders: “My main drive right now is around the fact that we are enriched by all these old masters in the arts, and to create a space and the

“Add The Real Food Festival, World Environment Day, plus jobs in Brisbane and Sydney. I was doing about seven festivals a year. In 2010, I lost grip and was diagnosed as having a breakdown.

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“In recovery, I identified the Maleny Wood Expo as being the most important to me, so I stuck with that one and then in 2012 managed the opening of the Maleny Community Centre.” February 2021 marked five years since the closure of Maleny’s iconic UpFront Club. Steve had been living in Landsborough and on his return, noticed that a sense of grief still permeated the community.

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tarting small can lead to big things. Oneheart Training Academy Founder Charlie Wetere says when he realised that he wanted to help kids, his life changed. And now for the kids he mentors and trains, their lives change too. Many parents say Charlie is the heart in Oneheart Training, a boxing school run out of C-Square in Nambour. From the club’s very humble beginnings to now boasting not one, but two state champion finalists already this year. Charlie firmly believes that our youth today need support, mentoring, second chances and places they feel safe. “It took me a while to find my path. I used to play football and then I smashed my knee. That really threw me, but that also led to me taking up martial arts.” But it wasn’t until much later that he realised his calling. “I met the Morcombes and that really opened my eyes. I learnt a lot about the dangers up against children from the Daniel Morcombe foundation. “I was in martial arts and things for about 25 years,

and they helped me see that it was a gift and I decided to share it. I wanted to mentor kids. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be where I am now. “I saw all the bullying going on out there. I saw the kids with autism being bullied; I saw kids struggling for a lot of reasons. I realised what my calling was, and that was working with kids. “I started a club called Daniel’s Dragons, named after their son Daniel, and I trained all these kids in my backyard for free and then it just grew and grew.” Eventually the club grew so much it moved to C-Square Nambour, and on its way to the successful space it is today, with a reputation for producing some very strong boxing talent. Young boxer Ruby Pokarier, at just 14, has been making her mark on the boxing scene for the last three years. Queensland prodigy, fellow boxer and good friend, Jai Henderson, burst onto the scene in 2020 competing after just three months in the sport! Proud as punch - the parents behind the young boxing stars: L-R Dee Henderson, with Jai Henderson and DéAnne Pokarier with Ruby Pokarier - image Rebecca Mugridge

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They have both now been selected for the Queensland team for the Australian Titles in March. For Ruby’s mum, DéAnne Pokarier, her daughter’s boxing career was a welcome surprise. “February 2019 was the first time she picked up gloves. Her bullying was really bad at the time.

“They are all a lot taller; she only fights up!” laughs her mum.

training, but Jai has had more injuries outside the ring than he has in the ring!” Dee says.

Jai’s mum, Dee Henderson, says they were inspired to bring Jai to Oneheart after learning of Ruby’s story overcoming bullying, anxiety and depression through boxing.

“Ruby too! Broke her collarbone in half, but it wasn’t in the ring!” chimes in DéAnne.

“Jai had experienced bullying. When he first started, he couldn’t look Charlie in the eye, his anxiety was so high and now he is just so confident and open, and humble.

“I also have a son with autism and our goal was to get him into boxing and then Ruby wanted to come so we took all the kids.

“What he went through, you sort of forget their journey and where they come from and where they are now. We never expected him to be where he is today.”

“From the moment she picked up gloves Charles said, ‘She’s a natural. Bring her back!’” DéAnne laughs. “I thought, ‘Oh, he is probably just being nice’, but in under a year she was in a ring.” And fighting up she does, impressively overcoming severe bullying that shattered her to the core, to become the fierce, unstoppable talented boxing star she is today. DéAnne says Charlie has a bit of a knack for finding talent. “He just sees it; he sees who has not just the motivation and skills, but the passion.” Charlie proudly remembers Ruby’s beginnings. “It was also a bit of a struggle too as she was so little, I couldn’t find anybody to fight her in her weight, she had to go up and they were all giants next to her,” he says.

Jai is an inspiration on many levels, an incredibly talented boxer with autism and hypermobility syndrome, which prevents him from being unable to do a full contact sport. He is guided under the watchful eye of Charlie, who works carefully with a physio to ensure Jai trains safely.

“Tripping over my own feet,” laughs Ruby Charlie says boxing is a powerful sport with many benefits in addition to the competitive side, from selfesteem boosting and confidence, to bringing kids out of their shell. And all whilst being one of the hardest cardio sports out there. It is great for fitness, physicality and mental health. “There is so much respect in the sport too. Good cardio, great mindset. “It’s just you in that ring, and it takes a lot of heart to hop in there through those ropes.” He nods. “These kids have come a long way.” You can find Oneheart Training Academy on Facebook

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“We have trained facilitators and professionals in areas such as finance, law and aged care to share thoughts, explore options and investigate further professional areas of support,” explains Liena.

“The Conversation Hub is a new proactive, collaborative project between Speak Up Now and Blackall Range Uniting Church. It offers a free 90 minute facilitated meeting and is available for multiple appointments,” says Liena.

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“They aim to raise awareness of domestic violence, including elder abuse, through education, forums, and other information services, so that we all can help to reduce this kind of abuse within our community. “We provide a safe, confidential space for people to talk with trained professionals,” continues Liena, “and our goal is not to make decisions for people, but to facilitate these difficult conversations before a dispute arises.”

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Who might use the service? It’s beneficial for people who don’t know where to begin. Not everyone has a support network. You may have family in other countries but not here. Maybe you are dealing with the trauma of moving a parent to a care home who refuses to move. “We help people who need it. We understand the hesitation and the fear. These are tough situations for families, and it can feel lonely, scary and even shameful as people may feel that they should know what to do next. It can be challenging, and we are here to help,” smiles Liena. “When it comes to discussing care with family it can be a difficult conversation. While the choice is still theirs,

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discussing the medical, financial, care and legal needs of our elderly will help protect our loved ones and will give the family peace of mind. “It’s important that people also know there is a dedicated Queensland Elder Abuse Helpline available (1300 651 192) or 1800 Elder Help (1800 353 374).” The helpline is funded by the Queensland Department of Seniors, Disability Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. It provides information, support, and referrals for older people, and is a resource for people who witness or suspect an older person is being abused or neglected. In the 2020-2021 financial year, the helpline received 3430 calls. Of

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those figures, 2022 calls were notifying of different types of elder abuse, including psychological and financial. This is a 31.8% rise from the previous year. There has been a marked rise due to the social and economic impacts associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. The hinterland region is no exception to the contributing issues which can affect all areas, such as housing affordability, income inequity, lack of access to aged care support and expectations around intergenerational wealth transfer. The numbers were distressingly high in abuse committed by family members living in the same household and close or intimate relationships (sons and daughters) at 80.7%. Factors such as cohabitation, dependency and complex family history may contribute to the risk of elder abuse as it is a complex social issue. “The Conversation Hub is an excellent resource for families which anyone can access; it could be a son, a daughter or a parent themselves in a difficult situation and needing advice. It may also be a carer, a neighbour, anyone that needs support or knows someone who does.” Liena has observed that the barriers that stop people from seeking help range from embarrassment, stigma and shame, complicated family politics, through to not knowing where to go, who to trust or what to say. “Bringing the issue to the table to discuss it is half the battle for most families. Once the conversation is flowing, we can help people find solutions and reach out to the right professionals. “I am convinced of the power of facilitated conversation and making the time to set up a Power of Attorney agreement when times are good is the best way to help make decisions about personal matters for when times do get tougher. Please try to have that conversation now, before it is too late.” You can get in contact with the team today at The Conversation Hub by phoning them on 0436 361 392 or by emailing confidentially to brconversationhub@gmail.com

SMOKE ALARM LEGISLATION As of the 1st January 2022, the Queensland Smoke Alarm legislation has changed for all homes or units being sold or leased and for existing leases being renewed. They must now all have hardwired photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms fitted.

• All homes or units being sold or leased, or existing leases renewed, will require hardwired photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms. Non-removable 10-year battery smoke alarms can be installed in place if preferred.

• Smoke alarms in the dwelling must: > be photoelectric (AS3786-2014); and > not also contain an ionisation sensor; and > be hardwired to the mains power supply, if currently hardwired. Otherwise, smoke alarms can be either hardwired or powered by a non-removable 10 yr battery or a combination of both.

• Be interconnected with every other smoke alarm in the dwelling so all activate together.

• The legislation requires smoke alarms must be installed in the following locations:

> on each storey > in each bedroom > if there is no hallway, between the bedroom and other parts of the storey; and

> if there are no bedrooms on a storey, at least one smoke alarm must be installed in the most likely path of travel to exit the dwelling.

• The obligations on property sellers are triggered by the date the initial sale contract is signed.

• When a contract of sale is signed after the 31/12/21, seller is obligated to upgrade We apologise forthe any inconvenience this may cause. the dwelling to the updated interconnected domestic smoke alarm standard prior to the dwelling being transferred. cont...

• The property seller must declare on a “form

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CREDIT RATING AND YOUR RIGHTS Credit reporting concerns the recording of an individual’s credit worthiness and notes information about a person’s identity, any loan applications made, when the individual or a lender accessed the information and information about defaults. The credit reporting regime is regulated by the Commonwealth Privacy Act and the Credit Reporting Code of Conduct and can be done by any corporation. In Australia Veda Advantage (previously Baycorp Advantage Ltd.) and Dunn & Bradstreet are two major credit reporting corporations. When an individual makes a loan application the lender would most likely seek to access that individual’s credit report as part of the loan approval process. This access is noted on the individual’s file as well information about the name of the lender and the amount applied for. However the credit report does not record the success or otherwise of the individual’s credit application nor will the Privacy Act allow the recording of any other personal information such as political affiliations, religious beliefs, criminal history, medical history and sexual preferences. Default information able to be noted on the credit report concerns situations where a payment has been outstanding for more than 60 days, whether an individual is bankrupt, when a cheque for more than $100 has been dishonoured twice and when, in the opinion of the lender, the individual has committed a serious credit infringement such as acting fraudulently. So how can you access a copy of your credit report? This can be done by simply contacting the credit reporting agency and requesting that a copy be made available. If a charge is requested for a copy of the report a complaint can be made to the Privacy Commissioner. What if inaccurate information is noted on a person’s credit report? The first step should be to contact the lender who listed the inaccurate information and ask that the listing be removed or amended within a reasonable time. 24 hours may not be an unreasonable timeframe where the error means that another lender would refuse a loan and therefore possibly risk a contract being terminated. If the lender refuses to amend the error then the next port of call would be to write a complaint to the credit reporting agency and request that they investigate the complaint. The credit reporting agency would then be obliged to put a notation next to the error noting that the matter is under investigation. The final step, should the credit agency not correct the error once the investigations have been carried out, is to formally apply to the Privacy Commissioner for the error to be investigated.

Everybody needs good neighbours Have you ever wondered how the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre came to exist? Well now there is a beautifully crafted book sharing the history of this building, and the people who worked so hard to create it.

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‘We must do something!’ they said, knowing that ahead of them lay the difficult task of overcoming local cultural divides, wilful blindness, lack of financial resources and the indifference of all levels of government.” The idea to write this book was sown in 2015 when

some committee members discussed the possibility of producing a 25th anniversary history. Writer Neil Byrne said the project was “deemed too massive to be completed by 19 May 2019 but not yet an idea to be so easily jettisoned, at least not in the mind of the committee’s Vice-President, Jim Straker. “It was through his persistence and persuasiveness that 30 months later a team of six volunteers – Straker, Barry Smith (ex-president), N J Byrne (researcher/writer), Wendy Oakley (design/production), Ian Demack (MNC President) and Rick Paget (MNC Coordinator) – agreed to continue the project.”

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“It was in 1998 that the MNC first became connected with another youth project—the Maleny State High Flexi School …. from the beginning the Flexi School and the MNC were traveling companions by necessity, but they were soon to discover that their association could be to the benefit of both.” However, the question remained. Where would MNC finally call home? In mid-2007, the council’s Community and Cultural Master Plan included a neighbourhood centre at 17 Bicentenary Lane. Political wrangling created a slippery slope which saw the dream of a neighbourhood centre almost slip through community hands but, despite the challenges, building work began and construction was well underway by October 2009. The story of the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre book begins by taking the reader on an historical journey, creating images of a township that developed around a butter factory. It speaks of the region’s original custodians, the Jinibara people who hosted gatherings at a former volcanic crater known as ‘Baroon’. “In the mid-1970s, Maleny was ‘a sleepy little backwater’, a rural town in economic decline, characterised by numerous empty shops and inhabited only by remnant farmers and newly arrived ‘hippies’.” In 1992, Maleny State School became the hub where five ‘school mums’ met over a cuppa to discuss local concerns and the seeds for reform were sown. The Maleny Community Support Centre (MCSC) emerged in April 1993, followed by planning meetings held in a garage-cum-hall at the rear of the Presbyterian Church. With funding out of reach, locals came to the fore and facilitated fundraising events, the first of which, Circus of the Senses supported by local musicians, actors, and artists, captivated an audience perched on hay bales. Finding and financing a permanent home for a ‘neighbourhood centre’ proved challenging. It was only through the determination and drive of passionate people that the project gained momentum.

The long-awaited open day of the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre on 20 January 2010 marked a momentous achievement, spanning 18 years from humble beginnings. Though the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre’s past and present activities and events are too many to list, they include Thursday’s ‘long table lunch’ that fosters inclusiveness and connection; Fixit Café, the first of its kind in Australia, began in November 2012; emergency relief as with the 2013 Cyclone Oswald when the centre became a place of refuge; and, Christmas Day Breakfast, first held in 2001. “The 2017 Obi Art Prize’s promotion of respect for Indigenous people, the LGBTIQ communities, DVF victims, the homeless and suicidal, and refugees are just a few of the issues that reflect the MNC’s ongoing commitment to addressing these and other pressing social issues.” The story of the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre is written from research, recollection, and records patiently sifted through page by page, word by word, by volunteers who recognised the value of telling the story of a diverse community, its struggles, and its achievements.

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The needs of youth in the community arose from a public meeting held in September 1993 and were of primary concern. Unemployment, homelessness, suicide, and the lack of peer social interaction opportunities motivated projects such as the Youth Emergency Accommodation (caravan) project.

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2021 event was cancelled, but we are back and we are moving online ... www.kenilwortharts.org.au Entries open from February 1 to March 1 2022. Judging will take place from March 2-10. Winners announced on March 11, 2022.

There are a few changes to the details of the competition: General Exhibition Only: Open to all 2D Artworks, handdone, low relief. No 3D artworks.

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The book will be launched on February 23, at an invitation-only event and on sale for $30 at the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre’s front desk, via the website, and at the Maleny Community Centre kiosk on March 16. A display will feature at Maleny Library during March. Sponsor donations funded this project, but they fall short of the amount needed for the 250-book print run. Your support is welcome, so if you would like to donate, please visit malenync.org.au/get-involved/ donate and include ‘book’ in the description.

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Mapleton Market is ready for 2022

Volunteers at the Twilight Market in December 2021

apleton's first Twilight Country Market was held on December 17 and was a wonderful enjoyable highlight for the past year, especially seeing the little ones so happy to see Santa and have a photo.

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SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Montville Growers and Makers Market - 7:30am to 12:00pm Piping hot pancakes, buskers, genuine locally grown food, handmade craft, barista made coffee, under historic fig trees, profits maintain our Village Hall. Charlotte: 0412 521 109

They enjoyed face painting by Queen Sparkle (Beth) and Rose Petal (Ange) and were entertained by local author Marg Gibbs, with hat making and decorating, old fashioned games and prizes that she donated. Anne and Joy kept the ice creams and finger food going as well as the German sausages and regular sausage sizzle by the Blackall Range Lions Club. The Mapleton Market organisers would like to send special thanks go to the stall holders inside and outside the hall, all did well and are looking forward to this year. They would also like to thank the Mapleton Rural Fire Brigade volunteers, in particular Ian Evans (Santa), Blackall Range Lions Club for the food, BRULPA for the bar, Wendy Turton and the Hand Chimes Group, Marg Gibbs, trustees, entertainers and volunteers who have helped Paula and Donna throughout the past year. Also, to Robert Skelton MP and staff for their kind donation of lights. Join Mapleton for their first Country Market of 2022, which will be on Saturday February 26.

“We proudly are now part of the Hinterland Market Trail,” shares Paula Wright, who helps coordinate the market. “Come and join us for some interesting and lovingly made unique handmade goods. “We also have edible plants, timber, jams and chutneys, Bunya nut pesto, beautiful handcrafted soaps, candles, work wear, hair accessories, jewellery and so much more. “Listen to our entertainer Rob McArthur while having a barista coffee with a free cookie , and enjoy food by the Blackall Range Lions Club.” You could then go for a walk in the majestic nearby National Park or view the stunning scenery of the Mapleton Falls and Obi Obi Ranges. If you would like a stall, please contact Paula on 0419 726 603 or email countrymarket.mapleton@gmail.com See you there!  Ian Evans from the Mapleton Rural Fire Brigade made a wonderful Santa!

FOURTH SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Mapleton Country Markets - 8am-12:00pm Fresh Waffles - Gluten Free available, Local & Gourmet Products, Plants, Gifts, Fashions, Wood, Jewellery and so much more. Coffee Van, Live Music, Free onsite parking Mapleton Hall. Ph 0419 726 603

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Fairplay program More young Queenslanders are set to make the local team in 2022 with applications open for the latest round of the Palaszczuk Government’s popular FairPlay voucher program.

Collectorama is proud to support WILVOS Wildlife Volunteers. For more details phone Tom or Lauries on 0418 744 887 or visit facebook.com/CollectoramaFair.

Acting Sport Minister Scott Stewart said FairPlay vouchers would deliver $150 to help eligible families with the cost of sporting club membership, team registration, or on-field participation fees.

Tawny Trails Tawny Trails is an all-indulgent road trip, day out, or weekend away that shares the culture of creative living. Not your average art trail; this one is accessible year-round, so they are ready when you are! Escape from everyday life, relax and indulge in art, experiences, and the Sunshine Coast’s scenic beauty. Mixing the beauty of nature and the magic of creativity into an art and lifestyle trail. Experience life through the eyes of artists. Enjoy the mountain views, squeeze modelling clay, hear the birds, taste wine, throw some paint, smell the clean air, stroke the neck of a horse, view award-winning artworks, feel the calm after yoga, ponder the masters of creativity, sleep in a luxurious mountain getaway, the choice is yours.

Applications for the current round are open until March 23 with FairPlay vouchers to be presented to a registered activity provider by May 11, 2022. Parents, carers or guardians with a valid Centrelink Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card can apply for a voucher for their children from 5 to 17 years-of-age. For families without a government concession card, FairPlay applications can be made through a referral agency.

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A list of local activity providers is on the FairPlay website, where families can also check eligibility at: qld. gov.au/fairplayvouchers

If you are new to the area and want to make friends, please consider joining the Probus Club of North Blackall Range Inc. in Mapleton. Probus Club of North Blackall Range Inc meets on the second Friday of the month at the Mapleton Bowling Club, Post Office Road, Mapleton at 10am till 12 noon.

Each location has been hand-picked to express different elements for your creative journey with no place alike.

Come along to a meeting for 'Fun, Fellowship and Friendship'. They have regular outings to places of interest, guest speakers and interest groups on offer. Their Games Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the Hut, 11 Delicia Road, Mapleton and the Book Club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in member’s homes.

Danielle B Luuta from Tawny Trails says, “We have artists demonstrating in various locations and have invited the community to create alongside for free. Most locations have free activities, demonstrations and giveaways, and the trail is a showcase of what the area has to offer. “It’s also about supporting the local community and bring people from outside the area to visit our small country towns to bring them back to life.” Visit:tawnytrails.com for more details.

sweet treats and coffee vans to sustain you as you take your time and enjoy the day.

Details are provided in the monthly Probe newsletter. Contact the secretary, Kaye Rogers, on 0407 586 309 or nbrprobus@gmail.com for further details.

Treasure trove Collectorama is more popular than ever. With 150 dealers present, it is the place to acquire iconic pieces: an elegant lamp, storage trunk, vintage tablecloth, chandelier, interesting chair, tea-set, picnic basket, art glass or French wire conservatory furniture – who knows what will turn up on the day! There is also plenty of opportunity for traders and dealers to sell or buy larger items – just remember to bring photographs of anything that’s too hefty for the fair! The next fair is on Saturday, March 5, at the Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Avenue, which is weather friendly and has a relaxed country town ambience. Open from 7am until 2pm, with free parking, and admission $6 adults, kids under 12 free, with an ATM on site.

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Along with a vast array to peruse and many knowledgeable people on hand, there are food trucks,

Glasshouse Carers meet-up, Beerwah Hub at the Sportsground, 10am - 12 noon, morning tea provided, contact Margaret: 0423 231 423 Probus Club of North Blackall Range Inc meet-up, Mapleton Bowling Club, Post Office Road, Mapleton at 10am - 12 noon, contact the secretary, Kaye Rogers, on 0407 586 309 or nbrprobus@gmail.com Native Plants Sunshine Coast, venue TBA, 10am, A.G.M. BYO morning tea. Please RSVP to Spencer Shaw at spencer.shaw@brushturkey.com.au

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The Maleny Wood Expo is back!

2018 Wootha Prize winner - Until Death Us Do Part - Robert Howard

ith two years of cancellations due to the pandemic, Barung Landcare is working with Sunshine Coast Council to bring back the Maleny Wood Expo this May! With a new dynamic program on offer, a brand new feature of the Wood Expo will be a Tiny House village, showcasing a range of sustainable living options, and workshops will focus on sustainability and intergenerational skill-sharing. “Throughout the pandemic woodworking and slow crafts made a comeback in a big way with all generations, but especially young people,” shares Expo Coordinator Steve McLeish. “People have been keen to slow down and revisit some of the practices that connect them with the world around them, nature, and more mindful ways of existing.

“We are excited to really bring that focus back at the Wood Expo this year, with a range of workshops, presentations, demonstrations and displays!”

Library from February 1 - 28, offering a taste test of the feature exhibition of the Wood Expo. People are invited to make submissions to the Wootha Prize online and entries close 5pm February 28. Although the team is watching the Covid-19 situation very closely, the Maleny Wood Expo is set to go ahead over the weekend April 30 - May 2. For more information visit: malenywoodexpo.com

Another exciting feature of the Maleny Wood Expo is the Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize. Sponsored by Sunshine Coast Council and with a cash first prize of $10,000, this “competition with a conscience” invites woodworkers and artisans from all over Australia to submit sustainably designed pieces. A curated exhibition showcasing unique wood pieces from local artisans is being hosted at the Maleny

The Youth Woodworking Workshop

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during the application and enrolment process, and to help them settle into their local communities and the semester ahead.

“As well as allowing our existing students who have been waiting in their home countries to return to USC, new international students can apply now to start studying here in Semester 1.”

“Whether this will be their first time travelling to Australia or they are returning after a long absence, the USC community is looking forward to making them feel welcome,” she said.

She said USC was ready to provide extra support for international students

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“It is so exciting that Queensland is re-opening to international students, and we are really looking forward to welcoming them back into our communities,” Professor Bartlett said.

he University of the Sunshine Coast is celebrating the return of international students to its campuses across South East Queensland and the Wide Bay Burnett region.

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using the passion of gypsy music, the precision of classical, and the spontaneity of jazz, Cigány Weaver create a rich and vibrant atmosphere for the soul, heart and mind. Front woman, Jo Davie's soaring vocals and enchanting gentle demeanour combine with the fiery violin, dynamic guitars and driving rhythm section to create a purely acoustic group that effortlessly navigates the musical nexus between intimacy and raucousness. The release of Cigány Weaver’s debut eponymous album has received great acclaim and airplay. By drawing inspiration from the past, the sextet's signature compositions and arrangements weave a musical tapestry, contributing a new direction to the Australian music scene. Cigány Weaver are Jo Davie (Vocals), Gareth Mewes (Violin), Rory Dollard (Guitar), Conor McDonald (Guitar),

Blake Lonie (Double Bass) and Kym Ambrose (Percussion). Front woman Jo Davie says, “We absolutely cannot wait to play these shows, it's such a privilege to be able to travel and perform in these difficult times, especially up on the Sunshine Coast where we have played some of our most memorable shows. Audiences can expect our old toe-tapping favorites plus new original compositions that we are really proud to debut!". Cigány Weaver’s Sunshine Coast tour is presented by local performing arts company Red Chair. Director Angie Dunbavan says “despite the challenges of COVID, and to counter the terrible impact this has had on our performing arts industry, Red Chair is working hard to present an exciting program of live music on the Coast with eight tours of diverse musical ensembles during 2022.

“We’re delighted to present Cigány Weaver as the first tour of the series. We all need the inspiration and joy of live music now more than ever!”. All concerts are presented within the Queensland Government guidelines for managing COVID safe events and tickets are fully refundable if COVID decides to interfere! Full details are on the website redchair.com.au Performance Dates: Feb 9 - The Majestic Theatre (Pomona) 7pm, Feb 10- Maleny Community Centre 7pm, Feb 11 - Eudlo Hall 7pm, Feb 12 - Coolum Civic Centre 7pm and Feb 13 - Saltwater Eco Tours (Mooloolaba) 4pm. Cigány Weaver’s Sunshine Coast tour is supported by the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund – an Australian Government initiative and the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

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creative cuts Artist Profile Arts Connect Inc. (ACI) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Maleny which supports artists across the region and organises annual events such as Sculpture on the Edge, Open Studios and artist workshops. New members are always welcome. Visit artsconnect.com.au. This month we share the profile of Megan Bice.

CALLING CREATIVE UNDER 18s!

alling all Sunshine Coast young creatives! The FrontUp at Maleny Lane is holding Open Mics for those under 18 years old starting on February 28, 6-9pm. Whether you love to sing, play an instrument, dance, write/read/perform poetry or short stories, paint, make music videos/short films or would like to learn the art of sound engineering and stage management, then the Lane is the outlet for your creativity. Celine Xavier, who is organising this project, says: “We are looking for passionate, creative minds in the local community to express their talents for a supportive and enthusiastic audience. As young people, the world is our oyster and often we have nowhere to express ourselves. “No experience is required. We want to hear your stories, your voices, your talent.”

racticing and teaching art in Maleny for over 25 years, Megan says she appreciates and loves Maleny's idyllic environment and vibrant arts community.

If you’re not keen on performing, please come along anyway, you may be inspired. If you are interested in participating or would like some more information, please contact Celine Xavier on 0459449997 or email xavierceline1@gmail.com

“After leaving school, I started my commercial arts degree at Townsville TAFE College. I have continued to extend my experience by attending many workshops and art courses over the years.

Megan love birds – and finds drawing and painting them is always fascinating - to represent them and to try to capture their essence. She also love teaching art and all its aspects “I get such joy from helping other artists grow.” To see more of Megan’s work, visit her website: meganbiceartist.com

DIVERSE SHOWCASE

he Power of a Cultured Woman is must-see theatrical experience, incorporating song, dance, plays and monologues. It tells the stories of women from diverse cultural backgrounds living in Australia and the Sunshine Coast.

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The online competition is for painting entries only. Not all sections of previous competitions will be included. No 3D or poetry this time! However, there will be prizes for People’s Choice and an Encouragement Award. There will also be a facility for artists to sell their work.

Performing at Buderim War Memorial Hall, from February 4 to February 6, for details and bookings visit batstheatre.com or phone Alice on 0427 856 680.

This is a new concept for sharing a more diverse and broader experience for our audiences as local scriptwriters, actors, dancers and singers share their unique experiences and aspects of their varied cultural heritage.

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After cancellations in 2020 and 2021, the ArtsFest is back again! This time it’s an online competition, with entries open for posting from February 1 for a month, via the Kenilworth Arts Council website.

Artists, we look forward to receiving your entries! Visit: kenilwortharts.org.au/kenilworth-arts-fest

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he Kenilworth ArtsFest, established in 1997, is a key arts event on the Sunshine Coast.

All being well, we should be able to present a public exhibition in Kenilworth Hall in September/October 2022, with all the usual features, including a Poets’ Brunch and, hopefully, a gala Opening Night on September 30.

“Over the last few years, I have had the honour to manage workshops for Arts Connect Inc., which has been such a pleasure to do and bring different artists to Maleny despite the difficulties of Covid. “Working in all art media, gives me a buzz. Art at the moment seems to be developing and growing in all areas. I love the idea that all traditional media is being reinvented and re-imagined. All this experimentation makes art so exciting at moment.”

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he next round of the Queensland Government’s Individuals Fund is now open for applications. The fund will support professional and career development opportunities and increase employment for Queensland artists and arts workers. The Individuals Fund is open until 4 March for projects commencing 30 May 2022. For more information visit: qld.gov.au/recreation/arts/ funding/individuals/fund Applications are also currently open for Round 6 of the Queensland Government’s Queensland Arts Showcase Program, with more information available at arts.qld.gov.au.

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ADDICTION MEMOIR

POETRY AND SONG

kinful: A Memoir of Addiction by Australian author, Robyn Fleming - reviewed by Gay Liddington.

cclaimed British singer-songwriter and poet Emily Maguire is presenting an evening of poetry and songs at Berkelouw Books in Eumundi on Friday March 18 from 7pm, to celebrate the publication of her most recent poetry collection, Words With Wings.

This memoir grabbed me at the first line, ‘You are so f**king ugly’. The author’s masterful style entices the reader to become part of the nomad’s journey. You will meet characters who colour her world, and a sense of humour that is honest and revealing will delight.

Her new book is a collection of streamof-consciousness poems written after her daily Buddhist meditation practice. A local performance poet, Robin Archbold, suggested she should try writing some music to go with them.

Brought up in a household with an authoritarian father who dished out discipline that was ‘physical, harsh and unpredictable’ and a mother who lacked self-confidence, childhood trauma left an emotional void that she sought to fill with alcohol and other addictive substances and behaviours.

The evening at Berkelouw Books will feature readings from Words With Wings and also songs performed by Emily on acoustic guitar and her husband, Christian, on double-bass.

A freelance editor, Flemming lived in Hong Kong from 1986 until 1993. After she returned to Australia, she took up long-distance running and trekking, partly as a way to manage her drinking. She ran the Honolulu Marathon and walked the Kokoda Track in New Guinea and the Everest Base Camp route in Nepal. But, she says, ‘It wouldn’t matter how far I walked or how many races I entered or how fast I ran them, I couldn’t get away from the fact I had a problem with alcohol.’ In 2010, the 58-year-old left behind her life in Australia and reinvented herself as a self-employed global nomad. She had her last drink during a hurricane in New York City in 2011. The following year, as part of a challenge she set herself to replace a negative addiction with a positive one, she ran 12 half marathons in 12 months in nine countries. Skinful narrates Flemming’s addictions primarily to alcohol, unrequited love, and the shedding of destructive behaviours to find a home within herself. It lured me on a worldwide adventure, spiked with secrets, disappointments, and renewal. It was as though I was running the marathon of life in her shadow. This memoir serves to remind us that it’s never too late to ask ourselves, ‘What life do I want to live?’, and to make a new path to a different future. Skinful is available through Rosetta Books, Maleny.

Tickets are $20/$15 concessions available through Emily's website at: emilymaguire.com. All tickets will be refunded in the event of a cancellation due to Covid.

POET'S PERSPECTIVE

athy Earsman is well-known in Maleny for her many years as a dedicated wildlife carer, but fewer people know of her talent as an accomplished poet. Over three decades, she has written a prolific body of work, which has now been curated into her first poetry book: A Sparrow’s Perspective: the poetry of Kathy Earsman. It was Kathy’s late husband Peter who inspired her to take up poetry, and Kathy has rekindled parts of her life with Peter and their children, along with childhood memories and astute observations of nature and the world around us in her first book, a stunning collection of more than 100 poems including free verse, sonnets and haiku. The book includes poems written for Peter and each of their sons, as well as a humorous series about a character Kathy invented called the Wufflegrot, a beast with fur a pretty shade of lapis lazuli that steals poems and eats them for lunch. A Sparrow’s Perspective: the poetry of Kathy Earsman is available at The Maleny Bookshop for $25. The book launch will be held in February - details TBC on the Maleny Bookshop Facebook page.

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Letters Tolerance and common sense Dear Editor It seems that those who have taken over from Mungo MacCallum in your newspaper have largely followed his political leanings, with the exception of a recent contribution from Angus Richard whose opinions were rubbished in one of last month’s Letters. Patterson’s comments about Morrison’s “flexible understanding of truthfulness” are exaggerated and politically biased; a mere parroting of the views of some in the media and in the Labor Party. His view that “Every State Government in Australia has expressed difficulty working with the Federal Government over the run of the covid pandemic” completely ignores the fact that a number of state premiers have gone their own way in dealing with lockdowns and border closures in spite of agreeing at national cabinet meetings to follow federal recommendations. Yes, Morrison has changed his opinions on climate change. But who was it said that when conditions change, I change my opinion? Whoever it was, this is surely a measure of intelligence and the ability to adapt to a changing environment rather than proof of a lack of reliability as a leader?

LETTERS, LEUNIG AND LIGHT RELIEF Relax, read a few letters, enjoy a crossword and cartoon, and maybe put pen to paper (finger to keyboard) yourself! We would love you to share your thoughts and experiences with us and HT readers. Email: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au or write to PO Box 818, Maleny, Qld, 4552. Please include your name, email/address and location. Letters may be edited a little if space is tight. As we are a monthly, please be aware we are unable to print date-sensitive letters.

Secondly, and with regard to Lucy Watson’s letter (December 2021) in response to Angus Richard’s comments, I suggest that Angus is correct when he says that in past decades Australia was predominantly a Judaeo-Christian country. In recent years an influx of non-Christian immigrants and a reduction in the number of those who are regular churchgoers has meant that we are a less religious nation now. To suggest that if we really want to be “Australian” we should “follow the belief systems and values of Indigenous people” is quite ridiculous. Surely we are meant to be one nation, each person able to follow their own ideas and beliefs whether they are descendants of original white settlers, immigrants of non-Christian backgrounds or Indigenous peoples with their own ideals? Multi-culturalism does not mean we should all ditch our own ideas and adhere to those of people who were here before we arrived? It is no use trumpeting our multicultural nature as a country if we insist that we must all follow the beliefs of our original Australians? Surely what we need is a lot more tolerance and common sense here than acceptance of these unrealistic and irrational ideas? Helen Evans, Maleny

Crossword Across 1

Restricted (7)

Perils (5)

Detection device (5)

Villain (5)

The sheltered side (7)

Flightless bird of Australia (3)

Chasm (5)

Complies (5)

Prohibit (3)

Diplomatic (7)

Nimble (5)

Light beam (5)

Reside (5)

Boring (7)

Down

Bad Jokes of the Month Never criticize someone until you have walked a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you'll be a mile away, and you'll have their shoes. A racehorse walks into a bar with its entourage. The barman says, “You can’t come in here with those trainers.”

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Quick Quote

“A river cuts through a rock not because of its power but because of its persistence." – Jim Watkins

Food store (6)

Decoration (5)

Goals (7)

Fin (6)

Stiff (5)

Stage set (7)

Repress (6)

Dressing (7)

Perplexed (7)

Overseas (6)

Dialect (6)

Tusked marine mammal (6)

Test (5)

Lariat (5)

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No qualms with passport Dear Editor, I am obliged to differ with both your correspondent Ian Pollock in January's Hinterland Times, and my friend Doug Patterson's Hinterland Musing of December 2021. I do not join either Doug or Mr Pollock in sharing national shame at Emanuel Macron's 2021 hissy fit over the scrapping of the French Naval Group's submarine contract. Macron was fed the opportunity to take a free kick and took it. He faces an election within months. His electors had just lost a very large contract. The remark was tailored to home consumption rather than for its impact on Australians or anybody else. Both your writers invite us to accept uncritically, on face value, Macron's assertion that he had been lied to. This requires us to suspend our critical faculty altogether too high for my comfort, especially when compared to the exhaustive picking over of domestic political utterances in this country, either as to content or as to style and grammar. My discomfort is further accentuated by Mr Pollock's assertion that he is shamed that Macron would see fit to call the PM a liar, whether justified or not. If Mr Pollock means what he says, he opens the door to the administration of any, and all, free kicks, on any topic, down the line, for all time. I have never felt any qualm in presenting an Australian Passport anywhere at any time. I do not intend to begin now. John Watson, Montville

Tennis and Morrison Dear Editor The fuss over the un-vaccinated tennis player has been sorted and he has been deported after his federal government approved visa was revoked by the court. The grounds cited were an alleged risk to public health due to his anti-vax sentiment. The Prime Minister said it was the right decision. So why has Mr Morrison allowed some of his own MPs to continue to express the same views and spread much disinformation about vaccinations, the coronavirus and treatments for the virus? For the past two years there has been no condemnation of those peddling untruths and misinformation, just Mr Morrison’s double standards for his own political gain. Without the votes of those LNP members the government would fail to keep the confidence of the Parliament. The health of the nation is a fundamental responsibility of the government. With rising deaths from the Omicron variant and people’s growing distrust of the governments’ response, Mr Morrison’s lack of leadership is failing us badly. Sunny regards Robyn Deane, Bli Bli

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THE REVELATION OF THE MOON Our life is like the moon I suppose we could say that it is also like the sun Both rise and set Yet I’ve never known a half-sun The sun is always full The moon, however, takes time before it attains fullness The moon takes shape like a pregnant belly It takes time to become fully round Our life is like the moon New, like a scrape of silver on the horizon Growing larger and larger each night Until the whole night sky is cast in glowing white light Then shrinking, hiding again Fading into radiant starlight The sky deep and dark I’ve never seen the sun do the same Except maybe for glorious orange sunsets Or fresh morning rays Yet nothing quite like the moon Unabashed Traveling the night sky The moon lets me gaze upon it And seems unafraid of revealing itself to me. ©Terry Veling

SOUNDS OF THE SNOWY

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Listen to the chorus of currawongs fleeing before it snows, The wind has begun to whistle a familiar tune that everyone knows There’s a sound of chopping wood for the heaters and the stoves, The loud voices of mothers echoing “children it’s time to come home”.

To submit your work for possible publication, email: There is no place so safe editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au In all the mystical universe or post: PO Box 818, Maleny 4552 For it’s within not without That help and healing lie. Word limit per poem (due to space) is 300 words. © Agnes Macmillan

A distant bark of a dog giving a greeting or signalling the hunt is on, The vibrating call from a crow wondering where the murder has gone. Sounds of laughter reminds you somewhere children are having fun, Reverberating noises in the mountains is a memory I’ll always love.

WITHIN Go deep in your heart my dears, Go deep and deeper again, Therein and only there lies The love and peace you crave. You’ll see it shining brightly A rich and lasting source For drawing all you want To live your life on course.

Resonating sounds of nature are always echoing in the mountain air, The music is only broken when man made machinery comes to bear. Drowning a magpies warble and a kookaburra’s laughing sound, Frightening kangaroos, rabbits and wombats from their peaceful surrounds.

Musical mountain moments where nature has a wonderful sound, The silence of the snowflakes falling while the stillness envelopes the ground. Magnifies the unique sound of nature to a volume so loud and so grand, I’ll never forget the sounds of the Snowy and the winter wonderland. © Richard Slypen

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our monkey mind and the intuitive Self begin to work as one, we find harmony, and begin to see things from both perspectives and can walk a middle path," explained Veronica.

olistequine evolved during owner, Veronica Garrett's own personal growth journey while being around horses. The knowledge gained was then incorporated into personal life coaching programs to help others. It is a chronicle of how a love of animals led to a search for a more profound meaning to life.

Holistequine is hosting an event on February 19 and 20, Discovering the Divine Feminine through Nature and Horses.

Located in Cooroy on the Sunshine Coast, this Eco-Medicine Retreat incorporates Holistequine and its All of Life Coaching programs. The centre provides both a sanctuary in nature and a research institution focusing on frequency healing.

“By opening a frequency doorway through the resonance of nature and the animals you will gently begin to hear the wise, intuitive voice that, in this year of 'balance' is waiting to guide you to your new potential in a new world," concluded Veronica.

“We also provide an educational hub for workshops and a healing facility for our Equine Assisted Life Coaching programs,” said Veronica, “sharing a passion to work together to better understand and expand the science and the magical effect of symbiotic healing between humanity, nature and her animals.”

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eople often ask about face masks, so I thought I’d summarise the facts here - derived from sources I trust as a doctor. The World Health Organisation states that the use of a mask alone is not sufficient to protect against COVID-19. This is confirmed by other sources such as the Mayo Clinic: to slow the spread of the virus, face masks should be combined with vaccinations, frequent hand-washing and social distancing. Let’s debunk a few myths first. Masks can feel uncomfortable. However, research shows that wearing masks does not lead to carbon dioxide (CO2) intoxication nor oxygen deficiency. If that was the case many of my surgical colleagues would have a short career as they have been wearing surgical masks for most of their working lives.

The Centre of Disease Control has published the scientific evidence on their website and concludes that masks have no impacts on respiration or gas exchange in the body during usual day-to-day use.

Several studies show face coverings reduce the risk of infections by around 50-70%. This is because of the combination of ‘source control’ and ‘wearer protection’. Source control means that the risk of an infected person spreading the virus is less when wearing a mask. Wearer protection means that the risk of inhalation of someone else’s virus-laden droplets is reduced when wearing a mask. Queensland Health recommends the single-use surgical mask as the best mask for general use. The most effective cloth masks are made up of at least 3 layers. Professional P2/N95 respirators offer superior protection against airborne particles but must be fittested to ensure optimal fit. As professional fit-testing

is not available to the public, a user seal-check is recommended by checking that the facepiece slightly collapses when inhaling. Avoid single layer cloth masks and masks with exhalation valves which allow virus particles to escape. People with beards can trim or shave their beards to improve the fit and safety. Don’t wear a mask under the nose. Do not touch the front of the mask while wearing it. When taking off a mask, handle only by the strings and wash your hands afterwards. Cloth masks should be washed after every use. Stay safe!

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health, wellness and beauty MASSAGE THERAPISTS

ASTROLOGY Heart Mind Astrology with Ruth Donnelly Explore your life with astrology, bringing you insight at times of turmoil, transition and transformation. Online consultations available. 0409 564 276 astrology@ruthdonnelly.com.au

BEAUTY THERAPISTS

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Emmanuelle’s Beauty For all your beauty needs, facials, lash extensions, lash lift, waxing and more contact Em on 0410 670 519. Monday-Friday, evening appointments also available. 3/66 Maple St Maleny.

Astrid de Ruiter – Psychotherapist & Certified Mindfulness Teacher Offering quality mindfulness training, groups or individuals and mindfulness and body based counselling and psychotherapy. Caring, down to earth, effective with more than 12 yrs experience. Ph: 0401 624 757 www.sunshinecoastmindfulness.com.au

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BOWEN THERAPISTS Christian Dunham Gentle yet powerful and suitable for all ages, Bowen Therapy stimulates the body to rebalance, promoting healing, pain relief and the recovery of energy. Ph: 0448 303 013 www.christiandunham.net

CHIROPRACTORS Maple Chiropractic Maleny Dr. Stephen Lowe, Dr. Samuel Lowe, Dr. Catherine Metcalf, Dr. Rebel Hungerford Concession, family rates & HICAPS available. Gentle, effective care for the whole family. 45 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph. 5494 3322 www.maplechiropractic.com.au

Josie Coco: Gestalt Psychotherapist Together we’ll explore obstacles to achieving, thriving and living well. One-on-one, online, and in groups. Personal therapy and business leadership development. Ph: 0498 065 306 www.josiecoco.com

Shirley Avis - Qualified Counsellor & Relationship Coach With 20 yrs experience, I work with couples in conflict, at risk of separation. I help them communicate calmly so they can heal the past, enjoy the present and look forward to the future. M: 0438 425 159

HAIRDRESSERS AND BARBERS Nellies Creative Hair Design Cut and Colour specialists. Nellie, Annette and Jenny offer you the opportunity to have exceptional hair using great product at fantastic prices. 21 Coral St Maleny – Ph: 0438 785 443

HOME CARE Hinterland Chiropractic Dr Josephine Sexton. Using gentle, safe and effective techniques to maintain spinal health and wellbeing. Concession rates, Family discounts and HICAPS available. 2/70 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph: 5435 2987

Dr John Pirie Chiropractor & Applied Kinesiologist Gentle hands on chiropractic using applied kinesiology. Over 30 years in private practice. Families welcome. Mon and Wed 2-5pm, Fri 9-12 noon. 19 Coral Street Maleny, Ph: 0492 949 695

COLONIC HYDROTHERAPY Hinterland Colonics Health & Wellness Certified Colonic Hydrotherapist & Naturopath. Call us for all your cleansing and detoxification needs. Our medical grade equipment is single-use, sterile and disposable. Flexible appointments 7days 0401 750 255

Aqueous Colon Therapy Certified Holistic Colon Hydrotherapy practitioner in Montville. TGA approved medical sterile single-use disposable equipment. Call Rachel for a confidential consultation regarding your GUT Health issues 0409 761 464

RangeCare Offering in-home and respite care services to support independent living. Our tailor-made services are available to everyone in the community. We can deliver your home care package. Ph: 5445 7044 Visit: www.rangecare.com.au

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

HYPNOTHERAPY Christian Dunham Specialising in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, a combination of clinical hypnotherapy and psychotherapy used to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, phobias and other chronic conditions. Free initial consultation. Ph: 0448 303 013 www.christiandunham.net

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The Stillpoint - Katie White I am delighted to announce that The Stillpoint is open again – observing all recommended Health & Safety guidelines. Please phone me on 0400 722 786 to make an appointment. 26 Coral St Maleny.

MEDICAL CENTRE Ochre Health Medical Centre Offering onsite Doctors, experienced nursing staff and Allied health services. Ph Maleny: 5494 2388; Ph Montville: 5442 9144 Book online at www.ochrehealth.com.au

NATUROPATH Naturopathy4Me - Eta Brand B. Naturopathy, BSc Public Health, Medical Technologist Uniquely trained, 30+yrs experience.Treatment for Chronic & Acute conditions. Renewal and recovery using the healing power of nature. FREE-15 minute Naturopathy Discovery Session 5476 4993 or info@naturopathy4me.com.au

NDIS REGISTERED PROVIDER SUPPORT2U-local community business providing disability supports NDIS Reg No. 4050054299 Providing high quality care for disability support, community participation and customised outings for your needs. M: 0438 256 098 E: admin@support2u.biz www.support2u.biz

Social Work Solutions Jasmin Stokie - Registered Social Worker, specialising in NDIS and Aged Care services. 18+ years experience providing support and intervention to adults. Ph 0499 574 721 www.socialworksolutions.com.au

NUTRITIONIST ReWilded – Rochelle Voysey Kinesiologist & Functional Nutritionist. Chronic fatigue, inflammation, anxiety, depression, hormone & gut imbalances, learning & behaviour, sleep, trauma & pain. Create real, lasting change. Rebalancing restorative healing. M: 0412 720 561 E: rewilded.health@gmail.com Fb: rewilded.health

OPTOMETRIST Hammond Optometry Deborah & Stephen Hammond are proud to be local, independent eye healthcare providers servicing the Hinterland since 1999. Focused on quality eyecare/eyewear for all the family, giving your eye health and vision the best personalised attention it deserves. 44 Lowe St Nambour Ph: 5476 2333

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

PHYSIOTHERAPY/OSTEOPATHY Range of Motion Physiotherapy Maleny, Mapleton and Imbil Russ, Karl, Andrew and Kathryn. Providing the highest quality care to restore & maintain optimal physical function & mobility. Ph: 5478 6600 www.rangeofmotion.com.au

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professional services

LEGAL SERVICES Easton Lawyers Tove Easton Principal Lawyer Your Local Lawyers in Maleny 62 Maple St, Maleny. Ph: 5494 3511 Email: tove@eastonlawyers.com.au

Lember and Williams (the LAW team) Carolyn Williams – City Expertise, small town service. Stirling on Bunya, 13 Bunya Street, Maleny. Ph: 5495 1499 Email: carolyn@landw.com.au www.landw.com.au

Baker Robinson Lawyers Steve Robinson, 20 years experience. Professional and friendly Legal Team. Suite 7, 43 Maple St Maleny. Ph: 5494 2665 E: maleny@brlawyers.com.au www.brlawyers.com.au

ORGANISING & PERSONAL CONCIERGE All Sorted Organising Services Feeling overwhelmed, tired or stressed? Need help with home + garden management, downsizing, decluttering, relocating, digital organising, legacy projects or special events? Ask Amber: 0448 278 968 amber@allsortedorganising.com.au www.allsortedorganising.com.au

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4CP Promotional Products, Printing, Stickers & Design Wayne Knetter is very clever with digital designs, whether it's from online graphic sites like CANVA or inhouse using Adobe applications. Shop 8, 18 Blackall St, (down lane next to SPAR) Woombye. 07 5442 3341

REAL ESTATE

Brant & Bernhardt Property At Brant & Bernhardt Property we understand that it's all in the attention to detail, even the little things matter. Learn how ‘We Can Sell Yours Too!’ Dee 0423 259 931 Susan 0428 573 170

VETERINARY CARE District Vets Maleny Veterinarian Susan Portas and her team provide professional, compassionate care for your pets. Hours Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 8am-6pm; Wed 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-12noon 7 Myrtle St Maleny Ph: 5499 9077

RE/MAX Hinterland Your property is worth more with us! 07 5408 4220, 0447 737 737 sales@remaxhinterland.com.au remaxhinterland.com.au 32 Maple Street, Maleny

Montville Veterinary Clinic Est. in 2004 and operating as a branch of our Sunshine Hinterland Veterinary Clinic in Nambour. We take pride in personalised pet care. 26 Kondalilla Falls Rd Montville Consultation by appointment: 0401 012 884

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ACU-PET Veterinary Acupuncture and Rehabilitation Therapies Dr Esther Horton BVSc(Hons), CVA, CCRT. Experienced Small Animal Veterinarian qualified in Veterinary Acupuncture and Rehabilitation Therapies is now practicing in Maleny. Consultations by appointment only. Ph 0403 111 878. www.acupet.net.au

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trade and services ANTENNAS

BUILDER / CARPENTER Jim's Antennas Digital & problem reception specialists. Locally owned, servicing the hinterland. Call Craig Titheradge today for a free quote. Ph: 131 546 www.jimsantennas.com.au

ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS Roll Formed Driveways Roll Formed Driveways provides a range of asphalt, bitumen and road base to residential, commercial and civil customers. Trust us to complete your project. Call us for a free measure and quote. PHONE (07) 5446 7104

CARPENTRY

Window Wizard - Timber Window Specialist Restoration, glazing, repairs, modifications, sash cords, spirals, Queenslander homes and more. Call Rommy 0404 757 552 www.window-wizard.com.au

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CARPET CLEANING Hale Carpet Cleaning Brad Hale, your carpet cleaning professional. Owner Operator since 2005. Carpets, rugs, tile and grout, mattresses, car upholstery, lounge suites. Contact Brad 0457 999 926 clean@halecarpetcleaning.com.au

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

GATEWORK Richardson Gateworks Specialising in new Aluminium gate systems, drive motors and automation of existing gates including servicing of most popular makes, design and quotes of property entrances. Contact Paul 0412 698 595.

GUTTER CLEANING Gutter Sucker Gutter Sucker specialises in cleaning your guttering. a unique portable vacuum system for the efficient and effective removal of leaves and rubbish from all types of gutters and roofs. Ph: 1800 558 745 or 0402 456 391

ELECTRICIAN

CARPENTRY

RAINBOW VISION -RV Electrical Lic. 72787 Local Sparky on the Range, 25 years exp. Safety Switches, Power Points, LED Lights, Smoke Alarms, Fans, Switchboard Upgrade, Solar System Service, DATA Pts hardwired. Call Zak 0413 885 504

Oxley Contracting Pty Ltd New to the area, specialising in everything from extensions, renovations, new homes through to pergolas, decks, carports & general home maintenance. Fully equipped with excavator, bobcat & tip truck, no job is too big or small for owner operator Matt Ph:0407 341 261 www.oxleycontracting.com

CLOCK REPAIR Patios, decks, renovations, new work All aspects of carpentry from planning to the finished product. All work guaranteed Qld BSA No 103-1105 Ph Steve: 0402 167 355

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Top Of The Range Electrical Your local licensed electrical contractor. Range based, on time, leaves no mess. Servicing all your electrical requirements. Quality workmanship. Fully insured. Lic: 83000 Call Chris 0416 220 232

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GUTTER CLEANING

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Gutter Sucker Gutter Sucker specialises in cleaning your guttering. a unique portable vacuum system for the efficient and effective removal of leaves and rubbish from all types of gutters and roofs. Ph: 1800 558 745 or 0402 456 391

HANDY MAN AND HOME MAINTENANCE Montville Handy Man 30 years building experience. Available now for carpentry, home maintenance and repairs, small concreting jobs. Prompt and reliable service. Call Wayne 0434 724 030.

JEWELLERY - COMMISSIONS AND DESIGN Wasshausen Gems + Jewels Fine individually designed and traditional handmade jewellery in a contemporary style with natural Gemstones, Pearls & Opals. Commision & redesign, alteration & repairs. Call Birgit in her Maleny workshop 0490 146 982

PAINTING

ROCK WALLS City to Surf Painting & Decorating Richard Daveson Owner/Operator QBCC 1117847 range local for over 25 years. All aspects of painting include re-paints, inside and out, reno's, new work, metal roof and anti-mould coatings. From Kureelpa to Maleny. Call 0418 708 620

PLANT NURSERIES

Phil Watts Quality Rock Walls Retaining, free standing design and construction. Hand crafted feature stonework specialist. Built by local qualified stonemason, 40 years experience with 23 years here on the range. Ph: 5445 7218 or mobile: 0401 535 476 E: philsrocks@hotmail.com

ROOFING

Forest Heart Your Local Native Plant Nursery. Specialising is the native plants of SE QLD for Revegetation, Gardens, Habitat. 20 Coral Street, Maleny Ph: 07 5435 2193 – www.forestheart.com.au

Barung Landcare Native Plant Nursery Your local community nursery stocks an extensive range of species indigenous to the Blackall Range and surrounds. Open to the public Wed–Fri 9am–3pm, Sat 9am–12pm Ph: 0429 943 152 E: nursery@barunglandcare.org.au

Roof & Gutter Maintenance Clean gutters, Blocked downpipes, New & repair downpipes, Roof repairs & leaks, Fix leaking gutters, New gutters & fascias, Install & service whirly birds, Skylights & Water Tanks. Free quotes, local bloke, over 20 yrs experience Phone Brad 0419 712 081

SMALL REPAIRS Tiny Eco Repair/Repack Shed Xavier offers small repairs including Repack/ Battery replacements. Everything you can bring to the shop. Text only Xavier on 0402 528 560

PLUMBING & WASTEWATER LANDSCAPING & DESIGN Amber Leaf Landscaping Looking for a landscaper who can deliver? Tohm Hajncl heads the team that offers you guaranteed quality. Choose from landscaping consultations, designs, construction and planting, pre-sale makeovers and specialised maintenance services. Ph: 5445 9801 www.amberleaf.com.au

Handbuilt Stone QBCC 1235589 Licensed, range-based professional. Traditional rock walls, pillars, steps, paving, entrance walls and all garden features. Visit our website to see previous work for inspiration. Phone Chris on 0438 811 975 – www.handbuiltstone.com

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

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

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

MOWING AND GARDENING Blueys Garden Services For all your gardening needs. Jobs include but not limited to: Mowing, Whipping snipping, Clear outs, Hedging, Tip runs, Minor landscaping and Weed management give us a call-0481 106 839

Swede with Speed Slashing For slashing and mowing, acres or house blocks, hedge trims, whipper snipping, rubbish removal and house maintenance call Birger for a free quote 0411 591 738.

SwimSafe Mobile pool maintenance & repairs. Swimming pool safety inspections. FREE QUOTES Proudly servicing the Sunshine Coast Ph: 0448 793 148 – www.swimsafeqld.com.au QBCC #101629

PRESSURE CLEANING Fresh Look Pressure Washing Family business based in Maleny. For all pressure washing needs, roofs, driveways, solar panel, external walls. For both domestic and commercial. Contact Jay 0477 780 577 or jay@freshlookpressurewashing.com.au

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SOLAR Megawatts Solar – Consulting, Design & Service We recommend only Quality Components & Installations. On-Grid, Off-Grid, and Battery Storage. Ph. Gary Phillips 0407 760 838 info@megawatts.com.au www.megawatts.com.au

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TREE SERVICES Tony Wootton Tree Surgeon. Dip Hort(Arb) Operating locally since 1996. Tree assessments and advice. Trees and shrubs pruned and detailed. Hazardous trees removed. M: 0403 467 664 Ph: 54 944 917 www.twtreesurgeon.com

BRM Tree Services Locally owned and operated, qualified and insured. Tree to stump, we do it all. Tree removal and pruning, mulching, stump grinding. Free quotes call Tim 0401 441 945

Skilled Tree Surgeon – Kevin Pampling Born and raised in Maleny, offering reasonable rates for tree work. Insured,with years of wisdom and local knowledge. I climb, you clear = good value. Ph 0407 450 262

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back to nature Watch out for wildlife

Orphan O’Reilly

include conjunctivitis – weepy or crusty eyes - and cystitis –brown staining on the rump. When caught and treated early, the koala can be cleared for release. It is important to report any concerns to specialised koala rescuers including Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. I am also happy to assist and carry out a visual health check on the hinterland if you have any concerns.

by Wildlife Carer RACHEL ASPINALL

Another way anyone can help is by providing koala food! Did you know that it takes 1,000 gum trees to feed just one koala for one year? Any planting to support our wildlife is needed today.

any animals have very well known, characteristic sounds. Cats will meow, dogs will bark, birds can sing and so on. But do you know what the sounds our native marsupials make are?

Why not make a few changes in your own backyard? Plant some Australian natives and eucalypts in your garden, install a koala friendly-fence, (simply place a pole or plank against your fence to create an escape route for koalas that pass through your yard); and be sure to take a little more care on our roads and keep your pets locked up at night.

They aren’t very noisy creatures, it’s true. Many of our native animals don’t use sound to communicate very often – even when in a lot of pain they can be totally silent. As a carer this can mean having to pay a lot of attention to things like body language and movement to notice pain rather than being able to, as you might with a person, hear them crying or screaming.

Rachel Aspinall is privately licensed to rescue animals and happy to do so, or will call other groups for help when needed. Phone: 0407 881 008.

However, there are certain circumstances where these animals will make particular, recognisable sounds. Joeys will often call out to their parents demanding food or attention and this also occurs with orphans in care.

O’Reilly holding Rachel’s thumb

I found it particularly heartbreaking to hear my recently orphaned koala joey O’Reilly call out for his mummy with a distinct yipping sound. His mother died after a dog attack, despite a blood transfusion and surgery at Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital.

originally found. All of this is to try and make sure they have the best possible chance of readjusting to life in the wild.

O’Reilly stayed with his mum at the wildlife hospital until he became an orphan. As he was not injured, he did not need to remain within a hospital environment and I received a call to be his temporary foster mum.

Initially, O’Reilly needed a soft teddy to cling to and lots of cuddles for reassurance to help him make it through the difficult emotional period of losing his mum.

Orphaned koalas are medically assessed and passed onto a licensed wildlife carer until they are old enough to Mischievous be weaned. The young koalas are then returned Hokey to a wildlife hospital for socialisation and to build up strength, as they live in a secure and monitored plantation.

O’Reilly has also developed a love of clinging onto my thumb when he’s feeding from his bottle. Now that he is more settled he also has some time in a larger outside enclosure and has the opportunity to socialise with another koala joey also in care.

When they are independent and healthy, the koalas are returned to a 5km radius from where they were

It’s an unfortunately common occurrence for wild koalas to suffer from chlamydia. The visual symptoms

‘Locket’ is another koala in care

Found an injured or sick animal? The HT also recommends contacting one of the many wildlife rescue services across the Sunshine Coast, such as the following: Wildlife Rescue Qld 0478 901 801; WILVOs 5441 6200; RSPCA 1300 ANIMAL; Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital 1300 369652; Eumundi Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre 5442 8057; Bat Conservation and Rescue 0488 228134; Wildlife SEQ 0468 484 994.

Please help the endangered moth

he survival of the Southern Pink Underwing Moth (Phyllodes imperialis subsp. smithersi) is not only dependent on high quality, well established rainforest; its caterpillar is solely dependent on one species of vine for its food - the Carronia vine (Carronia multisepalea). As part of the recovery plan for this endangered moth species, Natura Pacific has been working with Native Plants Queensland’s Dr Bonni Yee, retired honorary CSIRO fellow Dr Don Sands and Barung Landcare, to propagate up to 10,000 young Carronia vines using seed collections along with cutting propagation techniques. Now the vine is fruiting, Barung Landcare is calling for the community to get involved in a region-wide seed collection initiative!

when they ripen we can work with you to collect seed. Please don’t collect all the seed as the fruit is a food source for other animals, so there is a procedure that needs to take place.

image Matt Bateman

How can you get involved? If you know you have Carronia vine on your property, now is the time to head out and check to see if the vines you have are fruiting. The fruit will be in clusters of small green berries (possibly hard to detect if the vine is up in the canopy), but when they are ripe they will turn a bright pink colour and drop, ready for collection. If you see the vine fruiting, we invite you to let our team know, so

Barung native Plant nursery

Once we collect the seed, Barung Landcare will propagate the plants back in the nursery and then distribute them back out to more landholders in the community, with the aim of increasing the range of habitat for the moth. For more information about the project visit barunglandcare.org.au/ rainforest-resilience. If you have Carronia vine on your property and see it in fruit, please contact Megan Lee megan@ barunglandcare.org.au or Cam Burton cam@barunglandcare.org.au if you’d like to be part of this project.

Phone 5494 3151

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But I have been most inspired by the White Terns. Tiny (for a sea-going species) like the Noddies, they have avoided nesting competition with bigger birds on the shoreline. They simply find a pine branch with a suitable hollow in it, lay an egg in the hollow and sit on it – and that’s White Tern nesting for you. Economy of effort. Safe up in the trees. Sometimes, the simplest plans work best. Pairs of these beautiful little birds perform slow, elegant display flights – each matching the other’s movements as though fastened together by invisible wire – like a perfect pas de deux. I was reminded of Torvill and Deans’ Bolero. Of course, the future of all these places and the life that inhabits them (including human forms) is dependent on clean, healthy oceans. This is an area where, for a long time, we took our eyes off the ball and a massive cleaning up is needed. All that is needed for any improvement to be achieved, is the will to achieve it. White Tern Images by Carolyn Scott

by JAMIE WALKER

slands have a fascination for many people. They are associated with romance and adventure, and Australia's island territories - spread from the sub-Antarctic to the tropics - exemplify these qualities

neighbouring example. Its coral sand grows a thick woodland of Pisonia trees. Bridled Terns nest safely on the ground in the shade, and Black Noddies (another kind of tern) fashion ragged nests of wrack and sea-grass up on the branches. A trip out to this island can be wonderful, producing close encounters with Humpback Whales (in season) and leaping, twisting Spinner Dolphins.

Yet our islands’ ecologies have troubled histories. Europeans accidentally transported rats and mice and, to accommodate their own needs, deliberately introduced pigs, goats, rabbits, dogs and cats which quickly became feral doom that decimated – even exterminated – many native species. However, islands can be repaired, native wildlife valued, and long-established pests have been eradicated by more enlightened people. Lady Musgrave Island, just over the sea’s horizon at the southern end of the Barrier Reef, is a small, close

At the more outflung outpost of Norfolk Island (home of giant 30m pines and the world’s largest population of Tiger Sharks) there are more Noddies, here nesting on pine branches. Fourteen other species of seabirds breed on Norfolk. There are Petrels, Frigatebirds and Shearwaters; Red-tailed Tropicbird chicks sit silent and stock-still in nests at the bases of the pines. Their parents look graceful and strikingly white as they return from the ocean carrying food.

In the Wild

Bunya have been farmed and managed for millennia, they were and still very much are an important and sacred source of food and culture. An exhibit celebrating Bunya will be starting at Munnimbah-Dja this month. The Bunya (Araucaria bidwillii) is one of the truly ancient residents of this country. They connect us to a deeper scale of time, from before the age of dinosaurs, back at least 200 million years and were once widespread across the globe.

Pines, Norfolk Pines and Monkey Puzzle Pine. These days Bunya occur naturally in one tiny patch of north Queensland and more locally as scattered populations between the Sunshine Coast and Kingaroy (Bunya Mountains). Not only are these trees ancient, but quite exclusive about where they live – so we are lucky to share the neighbourhood with these ancient ancestors! The gift of the delicious nuts is a great bonus to our diet. The simplest way to cook Bunya Nuts is to boil for twenty minutes, then let them cool down enough to handle. The husk on each individual nut is quite tough and requires a sharp knife and an equally sharp operator.

Once you get the knack, you’ll get a They are a member of the Araucariaceae taste for Bunya that’s hard to keep up with family, that still survive scattered across many of the southern land masses and include Hoop your cutting abilities (Instead of a knife we

with Tree Surgeon Tony Wootton, our local arborist and author, meeting the Hinterland's tree needs since 1996

ow, what a start to the year, with two strong wind and rain events already, and their attendant tree failures. The most common species to fail were cypress pines, Cupressus species, and coral trees, Erythrina species. If you have these species in your garden it is a good idea to have a size reduction done on them before they get too big, because they are guaranteed to fail If they are allowed to get to full size. I had the pleasure of meeting three large old flooded gums, Eucalyptus grandis, on the top of a hill at Bellthorpe recently. I have never felt the energy of a tree quite as powerfully as I felt standing amongst these three giants. I would encourage you to find a really big, really old tree, stand at the base of it, close your eyes, and see what you feel.

with Spencer Shaw

Bunya Abundance

he best place to start this story is in acknowledging the First Nations People of the Bunya Country on which we live on here on the Hinterland and Sunshine Coast, the Jinibarra and KabiKabi peoples.

About That Tree

use a polypipe cutter which for a few dollars is a great investment in saving your fingers). Eating Bunyas is best with family and friends, a communal activity in which we can connect with and share the bounty of this land. Bunya Trees are relatively easy to grow. The Bunya seed sends down a root, deep into the soil, where it forms a thick tap root (like a radish) from which the tree shoots. They are a little bit slow to start off with, from sowing the seed to filling a 4 ltr pot and being ready to plant can take 3-4 years. But once we get them up to this size, they can grow up to a metre or two per year and can be fruiting at 12-15 years. We need more Bunya back on this Bunya Country. Help preserve and be part of the story of this amazing flora lineage and find a spot for one, or two, or more!

Forest Heart Local Native Plant Nursery

20 Coral St, Maleny Phone: 5435 2193

Planting a tree is a relatively easy thing to do, but it is also potentially incredibly significant. When you look at the sheer size that trees grow to here on the plateau, and the short space of time in which they do so, it is an amazing opportunity to leave a legacy for future generations. Providing you have the space, the benefits are enormous. You are helping with climate change, providing habitat, and improving your environment. As Dr Alex Shigo, the father of modern arboriculture says,“touch trees“.

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What’s in store for 2022?

ouse prices in Australia are now ten times higher than the average wage.

REA Group PropTrack’s analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows average annual earnings in Australia are $69,862 while the median house price in capital cities is $771,000 – 1,104% higher than wages. PropTrack economist Anne Flaherty says it’s now almost impossible for a single-income household to buy a home if they are on an average income. Despite this, the dream of home ownership is ever present, with a new Canstar survey revealing 21% of people wanting to buy a home as the second most popular New Year’s resolution (saving money was the first resolution). Coming in at number three was buying an investment property. So, how are property prices in regional Queensland expected to change in 2022? According to Pete Wargent, BuyersBuyers co-founder, some markets, like the Sunshine Coast, are “probably somewhere near the peak of the cycle”. However, SQM Research forecasts the Sunshine Coast to grow by +7 per cent to +12 per cent over 2022. The reason behind this is the lower debt-to-income levels than the large capital cities of Melbourne and Sydney. In addition, PropTrack’s 10-year growth tracker shows the continual shift to regional towns has accelerated prices in many of Australia’s country and coastal suburbs, partly thanks to more flexible work arrangements and lifestyle reassessments.

It’s an interesting (and for many a stressful) time with the pandemic, the future Olympics, and shifting priorities of buyers all affecting the market. Ray White Surfers Paradise Group CEO Andrew Bell said, “It’s essential to allow people to catch up, so I suspect in 2022 we’ll see a softening of the intensity of

the real estate market, but the demand will be ahead of where it’s been for many, many years. “But you’ll also find buyers will say they won’t pay any more and we’ll get pushback and I think that’s healthy because if you keep blowing up a balloon, essentially, it will burst."

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ondering a new pad in the gorgeous Sunshine Coast Hinterland? We have six new listings coming onto the market, but you will need to be quick as properties in the Hinterland are continuing to sell fast! Make sure you contact us to ensure that you are on our new listing alert mailing list. This will help you to get in first, even before photos are taken and the new property goes onto the internet. With the number of city-based buyers wanting to make a tree change and the increased demand for quiet, greener and cleaner living on the rise, now is the perfect time to sell your Hinterland property for a premium price.

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We have a list of ready buyers wanting to purchase their Hinterland home in lots of different price ranges, areas and a variety of land and home sizes. A majority of our listings come from repeat clients or referrals, a very positive sign that we are continuing to do the right thing by both buyers and sellers. Looking to buy or sell, talk with Susan 0428 573 170 and Dee 0423 259 931 today and let us help you make the leap in 2022.

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Please email your community events with subject heading What’s On to: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au

LOCAL MUSINGS Be part of history Would you like to help shape our region’s legacy ahead of Brisbane 2032? Expressions of Interest to join the Legacy Plan Community Reference Group, chaired by two-time Paralympian Dr Bridie Kean, are now open. Multiple community-based voluntary positions are available. Applications close 10 February. Visit Council’s website for more details.

BushCare is looking for volunteers What’s BushCare? It’s a group of likeminded people who care for the bushland near them, who like to enjoy the outdoors with the company of others, keep active and connect with nature, and have the flexibility to volunteer when it suits them! Morning tea, equipment, gloves and guidance are all provided. Join your local BushCare working bee. Search “bushcare” on Council’s website to register.

Major grants now open Does your community organisation need funding to help make something great happen? Make it a reality with support from Council’s Community Grants Program. Major Grants are open now and close 14 March. Attend a free Grant Writing Workshop to help with planning. For more information, visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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Watch Council’s next Ordinary Meeting online – Thursday, 24 February at 9am.

Get ready to GO The garden organics bin collection service is expanding to households across the Sunshine Coast from July 2022. Lawn clippings, weeds, leaves and other organic garden materials placed in the new lime green-lidded bin will be collected by Council, diverted away from landfill and mulched ready to be reused. Mulching garden waste, instead of dumping it, will extend the landfill life and reduce greenhouse gases being released into the atmosphere. Together, we can get waste sorted for a cleaner, greener and sustainable Sunshine Coast.

Is your pool safe? It’s been a hot summer and your swimming pool is probably getting a lot of use – but is it safe? Pools capable of holding more than 300mm in depth, which includes all swimming pools, spas, portable and inflatable pools must comply with the Queensland Government pool safety standard. Pool owners should be doing regular checks to ensure swimming pool barriers are compliant. Visit Council’s website for more information about pool safety compliance.

Heading to Mooloolaba? Locals and visitors will soon have a smoother and safer car park to access The Wharf precinct in Mooloolaba, with Stage 2 resurfacing works underway on the eastern car park, accessed from Parkyn Parade. The works kicked off late January and are expected to wrap-up next month. It’s business as usual at The Wharf precinct, but be sure to allow a little extra time for parking while works are carried out. See Council’s website for more details.

Chance to win $1000 off your next rate bill! Rate notices have been issued and are due by 25 February. Register through MyCouncil to receive future rate notices by email and you’ll go in the running to win up to $1000 off your next rates bill! You can open a MyCouncil account or login to an existing account at mycouncil.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. Visit Council’s website for more information.

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This is a space for the wide community to submit their considered deliberations on news, life and the idiosyncrasies of our times. Email: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au

Selling Government or Selling a Party by Doug Patterson

he relationship between government and advertising has always been a tricky one, but in an election year this relationship inevitably deteriorates. Traditionally, governments use the medium of television for a number of important reasons: to issue health alerts, weather alerts, crime alerts and to call for socially responsible behaviour, as in Queensland’s current campaign against drink driving. Problems arise, however, when governments use the media to deliver report card type announcements on its own successes. That they use an advertising format to sell their “reports” only exacerbates the veracity of the report. The problem with governments reporting on themselves is threefold. Firstly, ambient claims of policy and/or particular program successes are difficult to substantiate in the short term when they are still running. Secondly, the difference between funds allocated and funds actually spent on a program means that final financial reconciliations don’t occur until years after the life of the program. Thirdly, the advertising format, while superficially selling government, actually sells the party in government and in an election year, this constitutes blatant electioneering advertising. The current Commonwealth report on its programs to support alternative energy production to reduce carbon emissions exemplifies these problems. The ad seems to suggest that, amongst other things, the Federal government is directly responsible for domestic solar cell uptake, in the installation of regional solar farms and wind farm construction, in the development of battery storage technology, in the introduction of hydrogen fuel technology and in the growth of electric vehicle uptake.

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The Commonwealth seems to have put all its eggs into two baskets, upgrading the Snowy Mountain Scheme to double its hydro-electricity output and on gas-fired power stations which currently don’t exist. The problem is that the one thing the government could do is upgrade the national electricity network to carry the increase in new alternative electricity production, which sits underutilised in regional Queensland. On the second criterion, the government wisely avoided any financial claim. Perhaps it learnt the lesson from the successive fraudulent claims over the Community Sports Program, the Bush Fire Recovery Program, the Community Safety Program, The Railway Carpark Program and the Building Better Regions Program. In these programs the financial claims were based on funds allocated not on funds actually spent, which were considerably lower. Even the Office of the Auditor General rejected these reports. This suggests that this ad is a blatant ad for the current Conservative government that has done little to support alternative energy innovations. Perhaps ‘Report Card’ government advertising should be scrapped, if not totally, then at least during an election year. It’s bad enough that political ads are unregulated, without unregulated government ads that sell the government in office. False political claims not only challenge the intelligence of the electorate, they threaten the very basis of democracy itself.

The views expressed in the Local Musings column are the writer’s and not necessarily the views of the HT team.

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January: Australia Day celebrations; Maleny Film Festival; Yandina Ginger Flower and Food Festival February: Montville: Flame Hill Grape Stomp April: ANZAC Day Services, Sunshine Coast Ukulele Festival May: Cross Country: Maleny Community Precinct; Maleny Hospital Auxiliary Fashion and Flowers; Maleny Agricultaral Show; The Planting Festival, Woodford June: Kenilworth Quilt & Craft Show; Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show July: Muscle on the Mountain Day; QLD MX Nationals Motorcross: Conondale; Queensland Garden Expo; Maleny Wedding Festival and the Mary Valley Art Festival; Celebration of Books Maleny; Mary River Festival August: Village Wedding Expo Montville September: Mitchell Creek Rock n Blues Fest; Kenilworth ArtFest; Kenilworth Show and Rodeo; Lions Welcome Dinner: Maleny; Maleny Hospital Auxiliary – A Springtime Affair; Maleny Music Festival October: Runfest; Heart of Gold Film Fest: Gympie; Blackall 100, Mapleton

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No evidence was given to support these suggestions, which isn’t really surprising. These programs occurred despite, not because of Federal policy. Additionally, its latest solar car act to duplicate recharging facilities along the East Coast of Australia while still refusing to lower the tariff on imported solar cars, is a mockery of what is really needed.

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