Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club News & Results to 14.11.2022.

Maleny District Sport & Recreation Club Community Newsletter

Maleny’s Travelling Jackeroo up for Award

Maleny’s Sam Hughes, AKA the Travelling Jackeroo, has been nominated as Qld's 2023 Young Australian!

Up against three other fine young Queenslanders, Sam has flown to Brisbane to attend the Awards Ceremony which takes place in Brisbane on Tuesday 15th November.

Leaving his dog Bitza and beloved Slim the Chamberlain tractor behind in Perth, Sam said "I feel extremely honoured and privileged to not only be nominated for the award but also to be classed in the same league as these extraordinary individuals and thoroughly look forward to meeting them in person and shaking their hands. A huge thank you to everyone who voted, and to everyone for your

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ongoing support towards raising awareness and funds for mental health – and for my charities Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Dolly's Drea and Drought Angels”.

You’ll probably recall how a young man with dreams of raising funds for three different charities dear to his heart, set off from Maleny’s Maple St on Sunday 21st March 2021. Cheered on his way by locals, and sporting “P” plates at the time, 18 year old Sam has been chugging around Australia ever since on his fundraising mission in his bright orange 50 year old tractor.

That’s an unusual enough way to spend your gap year, but this trusty tractor also tows a trailer (custom-built to house a small car and store Sam’s essentials) his tinny sits atop the tractor, a motorbike is strapped to the back, and atop the trailer sits the fuselage of an old Cessna plane. You’ll see how he’s managed to collect a gyro complete with pilot since he left too!

His trip is entirely self-funded, Sam paying his own costs by working on remote properties, helping Show circuit folk in the show season, and is currently following along with the famed Moscow Circus, working for them as he goes from town to town.

Along the way, Sam visits schools helping to alleviate the issues of bullying and mental health in the bush by talking with the students, teachers and families.

Follow Sam’s adventures at his blog: https://www.facebook.com/ thetravellingjackaroo and you can support Sam’s fundraising by visiting http://ow.ly/kwHg50LzpkZ

Congratulations Sam you are already a winner in Maleny's eyes. PhotoBelow : Sam leaving Maleny in 2021

Maleny Rotary 2023 Calendars Now on Sale!

The 13th edition of the ever-popular Maleny Rotary Calendar is available now at various outlets in Maleny. Photographs are selected from competition entries submitted by local people and represent the magnificence of hinterland scenery and wildlife.

What a great asset for yourself and an excellent Christmas present for friends and family near and far. Posting is a breeze!

At only $6 this is a major fundraiser for the Rotary Club.

Drop into any of these outlets and check it out. You won’t want to leave empty handed!

Maleny Visitor Information Centre

Maleny Newsagency Maleny Veterinary Services

The Orangery Maleny Judi Copy Optometry Boxsell’s Real Estate Mountain View Cafe Tranquil Park.

Cr Winston Johnston's office is located in the Eddie DeVere building on the corner of Currie and Bury Streets, Nambour.

If you would like to meet with Cr Johnston, please call to arrange an appointment. Phone: (07) 5441 8043. Mobile. Email: winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

JP's in the Community

The Maleny Neighbourhood Centre is part of the JP's in the Community Program. This program is available to witness signatures and certify your routine legal documents such as wills, affidavits, statutory declarations. Hours that J.P’s are in attendance are 9.30am–12.30pm Monday to Friday.

Social Tango and Latin Dancing

Have you always wanted to Cha-Cha-Cha? Social Tango and Latin Dancing is coming to the Maleny RSL! Come along and enjoy drinks, dinner and – let’s dance! For more information text Elle or Peter 0425 151 788 or 0429 061 444.

Join in the Net Set Go Program!

Net Set Go is a fantastic program run as an introductory fun course to the sport of Netball. It is a lot of fun and is for BOYS and GIRLS! It’s a chance to learn the netball basics, get outside, pick up a netball or chuck on a bib and make some friends.

Each participant will receive their very own pack which includes a netball and t-shirt The program is at risk of not going ahead this term due to low numbers. We only need a few more kids to join in to keep it running, it’s hard enough keeping sporting clubs running in small towns we really need to support their programs and efforts in the community to bring sports to our families.

If your kids are, interested feel free to send a message to malenynetball@gmail.com

NetSetGo (ages 5-10) happens on Thursday afternoons from 3.30pm at Maleny High School.

Come and get the kids involved, you know you want to!

What’s Happening Maleny Library in November?

NOVEMBER

10/11 Fears and Phobias 15/11 Plant Based Food 23/11 myTech iPhone Photography

The Maleny Community Gym "Building a Stronger Community"

Maleny Gym trainers can help you achieve your personal health and fitness goals.

Very affordable membership fees. Get Started Vouchers welcome First Visit is Free! Free Personal Programincluded in membership

2 Fully Qualified Trainers Discounts available for Family Memberships

Check out our website for our opening times and membership fees.

https://www.malenygym.com/ Phone: 5429611 or email on. malenygym@gmail.com

https://malenysportandrec.org.au/

Maleny Trail Parkrun Every Saturday

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Dogs welcome on a lead.

When is it?

Every Saturday at 7:00am

Where is it?

Maleny Trail starts at the MDSRC Clubhouse on the Maleny Community Precinct - Parklands Drive via Porters Lane, North Maleny

What does it cost to join in?

Nothing - it's free! But come early and register (only once needed) before you first come along.

How fast do I have to be?

We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

Maleny Trail Parkrun needs you!

It is entirely organised by volunteers - email malenytrail@parkrun.com to help.

We're friendly!

Every week we grab a post Parkrun coffee at Concept Coffee Maleny - please come and join us!

Se course maps, photo gallery and much more at: https://www.parkrun.com.au/malenytrail/

Maleny Bowls Club News

New bowlers always welcome - no previous experience necessary. Whether you are an avid lawn bowler, haven't played for years or new to the game Tuesday Morning Bowls is a fabulous experience for all. We play 10 ends of bowls, break for morning tea and then play another 10 ends of bowls - all for $12. We would love to see you there. More information visit: https://www.facebook.com/malenybowls

Witta Handcraft Markets

Join the Maleny Girl Guides

Girl Guides Australia is a national Guiding organisation. Its mission is to empower girls and young women to grow into confident, self-respecting members of the community.

Girls from age 5 - 15 years can become part of this unique girl-led experience by joining the Maleny Group. Through a series of fun activities and opportunities, girls can discover new interests, develop their talents, and share the experience with a group of friends. Contact MalenyDM@guidesqld.org

Learn more about Guiding here: https://www.girlguides.org.au/abou.../ how-girl-guides-works/

Range Care Chess Club in Maleny

Learn a new skill and make new connections! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned player, our new Chess Club is a great way to practice your skill, whilst also meeting new people.

We are flexible to your needs and can provide whatever social support services best suit you or your loved one

For more information on how you can join, contact our Lifestyle Coordinator, Hayley on 07 5445 7044.

Maleny - Blackall Range Lions walk for diabetes

The Maleny - Blackall Range Lions Club members will walk for diabetes on Saturday November 19th leaving the Maleny Showgrounds at 9a.m. . They will also have a table in front of Maleny IGA to collect donations.

Cool Things to do at Your Local Library!

Cool Coding Kits

Now available to reserve! Coding kits are designed to introduce the littlest ones in our community to the basic concepts of coding. Each kit contains a Brio “Play and Learn” device housed in a cooler with easy-to-follow instructions for parents.

What is coding? Writing code, or coding, is the language used to direct a computer to perform specific functions (i.e., telling a computer what to do).

Find out more here: https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On/ForKids/Cool-Coding-Kits

Speechie at Your Library

Meet your local speech pathologist, enjoy a reading and learn how you can support your child's language and literacy development at home. Book in now at: https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On/AtThe-Library/Speechie-Library-Talks

Sofa Storytime

Join Codie for an online storytime as she performs the heart-warming quest-tale, The Coloured Echidna by Eunice Day. Watch here: https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On/ForKids/Sofa-Storytime/The-Coloured-Echidna

Imaginative Play Workshops

\Find out how to encourage children's creativity through imaginative play. Discover cardboard templates and more in an interactive workshop.

Register here: https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On/AtThe-Library/imaginative-play

Arts & Crafts Christmas Fair

The Maleny Arts and Crafts group will be having its Christmas Fair at the Maleny Community Centre, opening Thursday 24 November and finishing Sunday 27. What a fantastic way to support our local artisans and crafts folk whilst purchasing some wonderfully unique Christas presents!

Here is just a small sample of what will be available and we hope to see you then.

Witta Market This Saturday!

It’s nearly market day! Come and meet all the friendly faces of our market family and grab some great local produce, coffee and breakfast in glorious weather at the Witta Market. Saturday the 20th November 7.30 until noon at The Old Witta School, see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/wittamarket

Witta Tennis News Witta Tennis “Kids Fun Day”

The Sunshine Coast Veterans Tennis came to an exciting end of season finale with the three Divisions playing at Palmwoods on Sunday November 6th.

Witta Wompoos were up against a fired up Nambas team who were determined to even up the score after losing to Witta in a previous round. The team of Mal, Sean, Haydyn, Tony, Paula and Annie fought gallantly but the Nambas side were far too good on the day coming out winners 10 sets to 2. A number of hard-fought tie breakers made for very competitive tennis.

Many thanks to all our players, including our regulars Donna and Andrew and part time fill ins Craig and Cindy.

Looking forward to a wonderful summer of tennis on the tv so we can learn a few tricks for 2023.

Friday 11 November: The Whistlers played their semi-final against Mooloolaba Legends. Perfect weather for the tennis and we all fought very hard with lots of running, hitting and deuces. We couldn't get through the Legends but had great tennis and good company. Score was 26-44 games, 2-6 sets. Team was Paula Cudmore, Brenda Warner, Maree Hooley and thanks Robyn Brown for filling in. That's it for the year, thanks team for a great season. We'll keep going in the coming year, go Whistlers!

Kid’s Fun Day: Katya's Tennis Drills

Thrills and Fitness is on Friday Nights at 5:45pm. Cost is $20.

Why not come along and join in the fun. All levels of tennis skills are welcome. Enquiries can be made on 0437 295 501

Social tennis: Monday 8am and Saturday 1pm. All are welcome. Court bookings 0437 295 501 or http://www.wittatennis.com.au

Maleny Men’s Shed News

The Maleny and District Men's Shed has over 50 members and meets Tuesdays and Fridays from 8am to midday. It was formed in 2006 for the fellowship & education of guys.

Coordinator Secretary Malcolm Baker Phone. 0417785548

Address: 7 Bryce Lane, Maleny Qld 4552

Email: malenymensshed@hotmail.com

Shed Activities

Woodworking, Metal Work, Blacksmith work shop. Also have an opportunity to assist the Historical Society renovating buildings or working on old farm machinery.

Two of our members, Graham and Russell are still working on our popular cow bells, but we are trying a new idea: we are making smaller goat bells which swing in a horse stirrup.

Opening Hours. Tuesday & Friday 8am to noon

There’s news on the court at Maleny with the return of Jani Kroyherr as head coach. Jani is well known in Maleny as an enthusiastic coach and has already got the courts buzzing with lots of new (and old) students joining the fun and improving their game. He’s arranged a junior tournament on Sunday morning Nov 2th. Come and see the juniors in action.

floodlights for night tennis, clubhouse, a shady verandah to sit and watch the tennis and a very friendly crew.

Tennis is good for all ages and abilities and everyone is made very welcome. The Queensland Government "FairPlay Voucher" program gives up to $150 for your child to play tennis at the Maleny Tennis Club!

For more details please contact by phone Neil 0438330948 or. Graham 0419020868.

For social tennis times and court hire please visit our web site at https://play.tennis.com.au/malenytennisclub See you on the court!

Jani can be contacted on 0466 687 373. Why not give him a call and start the enjoyment by improving your skills.

A FAMILY DAY has been planned as an end of year celebration for members and anyone of all ages wanting to be introduced to Maleny tennis. Bring your racquets as there’ll be some unique tennis played before a BBQ lunch. It is happening on Sunday Nov 27th. Activities start after the junior tournament has finished at approx. 11:00am.

Court facilities are improving with two grants from the Sunshine Coast Council, Cr Johnston’s Discretionary Fund, and the Community Facilities Grant allowing us to purchase a defibrillator and commence work on the refurbishment of the court surfaces.

The club is located at the beautiful Maleny Showgrounds, Stanley River Road, Maleny. There are four synthetic grass courts with

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Maleny Bowls Club

Maleny Calendar of Events 2022

An evening of poetry performed by Joe Lynch and Rosie Waters at Maleny Playhouse on November 19th.

Witta Market 20th. November 7.30 am - 12 noon Witta Old School.

Maleny Arts + Craft Christmas Fair: November 25th - 26th - 27th 9a.m. - 3p.m. Maleny Community Centre, Maple Street.

Woodies Santa Shop Sale 26 & 27 Nov 9 am - 4 pm 230-238 Balmoral Rd Montville

Maleny Arts & Craft Christmas Fair 24, 25, 26, 27 November 3pm Maleny Community Centre

Pattemore house Open Day 26 November 1 - 4 pm 15 Porters Lane North Maleny.

Family Tennis Day 27 November 11.00 am Maleny Tennis Club Maleny Showgrounds. Maleny Girl Guides are celebrating 60 years since foundation in Maleny on the 27 November – Invitation attached.

Woodies Santa Shop Sale 26 & 27 Nov 230-238 Balmoral Rd Montville 9 am - 4 pm

The Magic Opal Pantomime Maleny Players 2, 3, 4 Dec. The Playhouse Maleny Showgrounds

Maleny Singers’ Carols which will be on Friday 9th December at the RSL at 6.30pm.

Late Night Christmas Party! 9 December 5 - 8 pm Maple St, Riverside Centre, Banksia House and Maleny RSL

Christmas Gift Wrapping! Lions Maleny Blackall Range 21, 22, 23 December 10 am - 2.00 pm 19 Maple St

WEEKLY COMMUNITY EVENTS!

Maleny Scottish Country Dancing every Monday 7 to 9 pm RSL Hall. Call 0432 251 606. Social Tennis every Monday 8.00 am Witta Tennis Club. All Welcome.

Mixed Social Tennis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6.30am to 8.30am Maleny Showgrounds

Ladies Social Tennis every Thursday at 7.30am Maleny Showgrounds

Badminton every Monday 6.30-8.30 pm Maleny High School Activity Centre. PickleBall every Monday 6.30p.m. to 8.30p.m. Maleny High School Activities Centre.

Maleny Bowls Club. – TUESDAY AM BOWLS, 8.30am for 9.00am . 2 games + morning tea $12 per player. Rink Winner Prizes. Visitors and players welcome. Call Joe 0401 987 900 to book your place

WEDNESDAY- 6 pm. TWILIGHT BOWLS & BURGER. $17 p.p. Bowls only $12 p.p. Learners welcome, bowls provided. Call Wendy 0438 399 604.

FRIDAY PM play SCROUNGERS ‘BOWLS WITH A MATE ’ 1pm for 1.30pm (winter), 2 pm (from November). Bowls can be provided. Call Wendy 0438 399 604.

Club Acoustic Encore local musicians First Thursday of Each Month from 6.30 pm Maleny RSL.

Pattemore House Open House Morning every Friday 10.00 am - 12 noon 15, Porters Lane.

Diggers Dining every Friday evening 4.30 bar opens Maleny RSL.

Tennis Under Lights every Friday Witta Tennis Club. BYO drinks and nibbles Contact. Pauline 0428 253 070.

Hinterland Country Music Day. Second Saturday each month in the big shed at the Maleny Museum Precinct.

Maleny Trail Parkrun every Saturday 7.00 am Maleny District Sport & Rec Club House Maleny Precinct. Witta Tennis Club Social Tennis every Saturday 1.00 pm. All Welcome.

Witta Wheels every 3rd Sunday each month 8.00 am - 11.00 am Witta Recreation Club Maleny Markets every Sunday 8am to 2pm Maleny RSL.

Social Table Tennis every Sunday 1 - 5 pm Maleny High School Activity Centre. All welcome!

Please email your weekly regular event to malenysportspark@gmail.com for inclusion every week

Maleny Show-grounds Camping

Maleny Showgrounds is open for camping. This ground offers camping year-round (maximum 3 night stay), except during major events & seasonal blackout dates.

All campers who can adhere to the Qld Health, Sunshine Coast Council and Qld Government regulations pertaining to Covid-19 social distancing and hygiene guidelines are welcome.

Enjoy a peaceful environment close to town. Groups and caravanning clubs are welcome. Cost is just $25 per night.

Electricity, water, toilet/shower facilities, access to Dump Point are all available. Find all the details at the web site: http://www.malenyshowsociety.org.au

Irish Joe Lynch Maleny Playhouse

A very exciting performance is coming to the Playhouse on November 19th – an evening of poetry performed by Joe Lynch and Rosie Waters .

Irish Joe Lynch is multi-award winning storyteller and poet. Joe grew up in an area of the Cork and Kerry Mountains, which is steeped in the ancient art of storytelling.

He has performed at all major festivals around Australia and has conducted many performance poetry and storytelling workshops.

Rosie Waters is a local storyteller, poet and singersongwriter who has become increasingly drawn to the spoken word. It promises to be an excellent performance. Come along an support our incredible local talent.

The Range Croquet Club - Maleny

Lynette Evans, Diane Horsman, and Sally Adams played a six-ball game on Thursday. Though the rules are Association Croquet it is very different tactically. Normally players use the “first” colours – Red, Yellow Black and Blue, with one pair of the “seconds” in this instance Brown and Green.

A player must choose which four balls she is going to play with in her turn. If she is the player of Black and Blue she might, in a particular position nominate Green and Brown thereby excluding any play with Red and Yellow in that turn. Players keep the same order throughout the game.

It is a lot of fun, and it has been known for two players to “gang up” on a third though this is neither common nor easy. Lynette came out ahead on the day scoring 9 hoops to Diane’s 3 and Sally’s 2.

Nick Cram and Vince Carbery also played a game of singles. Nick showing the same form which earned him the second division trophy in the November tournament won 19 – 10.

Kath Smith and Wallace Roy teamed up to play Lynette on Sunday, losing to her 5 – 10. Ken Barker and Vince were given a lesson in good forward play by Donna Manning and Sarah Widin who both made good breaks in their game. Sarah took just two breaks to peg out. The result: 19 – 6 to the girls.

Attached Photo: Sarah Widin, club president, presenting the second division shield to Nick Cram.

In 1991 the Maleny Croquet Club was formed and a piece of ground became available for their use at the Maleny Showgrounds and in December 1992

Play days: Thursday and Sunday 1.00 pm for 1.30. Contact Sarah Widin for other days. Please arrive at 1 pm for games to be arranged by 1.15.

Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8 am.

You can introduce your kids and grandkids to croquet at the web site below: https://kids.kiddle.co/Croquet

Our web address is: https://rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au For details contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 (President )

And the rain just keeps falling

In New South Wales more than 222 people have been rescued from floodwater across the state in the past 24 hours as the rain keeps falling. Many of those rescued were from rooftops and trees.

Around Forbes, NSW, many residents still haven't been able to return home from the flooding two weeks ago, and now they’re in the same flooding situation again.

Makes one thankful that we live in Maleny and do not generally suffer the consequences of inundation.

has a new website: http://www.malenyhistoricalsociety.org.au

Their new Facebook page is : https://www.facebook.com/ MalenyHistoricalSociety Membership fee is $20