Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club Results for the period to 17.07.2023

Maleny District Sport & Recreation Club Community Newsletter

Joyce Newton Legacy lives on in Beerwah State High School Student

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell MP has announced the 2023 Joyce Newton OAM Memorial Bursary winner as Year 12 Beerwah Stage High School student, Nikita Emhofer.

Miss Emhofer has been crowned as this year’s winner after providing a written application and impressing both Mr Powell and the late Mrs Newton’s daughter, Jen Tunley, in an interview. She demonstrated a very high level of academic achievement, ambition and community involvement.

her plans for the future. Her parents and school should also take a bow,” said Mr Powell.

Nikita will now receive a $1,000 voucher to spend at Concept IT in Maleny, as well as dinner for her and her family and acknowledgement of her achievement in Queensland Parliament.

But this year, the wins don’t stop there. Andrew and Jen have decided to award two runners up prizes to Kelly Schofield from Maleny State High School and Nina Taylor from St Columban’s College.

“The competition was that close, the Newton family wanted to recognise more applicants through the awarding a two special $500 vouchers to Kelly and Nina,” said Mr Powell.

“In their interviews, both Kelly and Nina embodied a real community spirit that I know mum would have been proud of,” said Mrs Tunley.

“And to the other applicants who didn’t quite succeed this year, thank you for your efforts. Each of you are amazing. It was our immense pleasure to get to know you through the process. And our future is safe in your hands,” concluded Mr Powell.

“Nikita really impressed us with her breadth of experience, desire to help the community and understanding of the magnitude of mum’s contribution to society,” said Mrs Tunley.

“The decision was especially close, but Nikita inched out on top after her interview. She should be incredibly proud of her achievements to date, and

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The future of our state is in good hands going by the achievements of these young. people.

Your Club News

If your club or organisation is an associate member of the Maleny District Sports and Recreation Club then you can publicise your club results and news in this, our “Community Billboard”.

Keep your events diary up to date on the MDSARC Inc Web site so that we all know about your communities important events.

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no later than 12 noon every Monday.

Club website: www.malenysportandrec.org.au

Maleny Bowls Club

Junior Academy

On Saturday July 15th the Maleny Bowls Club held their third Junior Bowlers Academy. These free sessions will be continuing on a fortnightly basis starting at 1.30p.m. and finishing about 3.30p.m.

The sessions include an hour of coaching and drills to introduce attendees to to the skills needed to play lawn bowls. Following a short break there are structured games to give an idea about what it is like to actually play lawn bowls.

At present there are 12 new student bowlers. Those bowlers come from years 7 and 8 of the Maleny High School. They will start a lawn bowls sports program on the 26th July and continue on for the following 8 weeks through the school.

Junior membership of the club is FREE for all bowlers, orf all abilities between 5 and 18 years.

New students are still most welcome to attend - the Maleny Bowls Club would love to see you there.

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Check out The Curated Plate 2023 program

In 2023, The Curates Palate is presenting an incredible program brimming with unique culinary experiences across the Sunshine Coast, with locations, activities, menus and price points to suit everyone, and many hidden gems to surprise visitors and locals alike.

The Sunshine Coast Council is sponsoring this program which runs between July 28th and August 6th. Locals are invited to immerse themselves in the flavours of our region and connect with growers, producers, and chefs through memorable experiences.

The Curated Plate is a delicious celebration of the Sunshine Coast’s local produce, producers and chefs, and unique natural assets from the sea to the hinterland.

The program is developed through collaboration between those local producers, suppliers and businesses who come together to tell their stories not only through food but experiences.

View the Curate Plate 2023 Program at: https://thecuratedplate.com.au/events/program/

Witta Tennis News

Wikings were very excited to have a win at Vets Tennis on Sunday 9 July. Struggling for players again for our home game- Kev Boko stepped up and played number 2 man - along with regulars Graham, Andrew, Rob, Stacey and Maree.

The day was very close until the last 2 sets where the Wikings smashed it with a 6-1 & 6-1. Results were 7 sets to 5, 62 games to 48.

DATE CLAIMER

The Witta Tennis Club Tournament is on Sunday 27 August. Entries to paulinefraley@gmail.com

Social tennis

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

Witta Tennis “Kids Fun Day”

Katya's Tennis Drills Thrills and Fitness is on Friday Nights at 5:45pm. Cost is $20. Come along and join in the fun. All levels are welcome. Enquiries: 0437 295 501

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

Witta Country Markets

Witta Country Market is the 3rd Saturday of each month from 7am to 12pm at the Old Witta School oval.

At the markets you will fins everything from local fresh grown vegetables to incredible pottery creations and everything in between. Oh and did I mention the great fresh coffee?.

Witta Handcraft Markets

Maleny Calendar of Events 2023.

✦ Maleny Winter Creative Festival - July 22nd & 23rd 9am - 3pm. Maleny Community Centre.

✦ mmMaleny Family Fun Day - Maleny Botanic Gardens - Sunday August 6th between 9a.m. and 4.30p.m.

✦ Witta Tennis Club Tournament - August 27th.

✦ Maleny Apex “Paws of Thunder” returns on Sunday 27th August 9.00 am at the Maleny Showgrounds

✦ Blackall 100 trail ultra-marathon: Saturday 14- Sunday 15 October, 2023

✦ Maleny Handmade & Artisan MarketsMaleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street, Maleny. - 10th - 11th - 12th November 9am - 3p.m.

To add your local organisation events to this list simply email details to:

malenysportspark@gmail.com

Maleny Bowls Club

Tuesday Bowls

There is a bit happening at Maleny Bowls Club and here is a list of what is on offer over the coming months:

Sunday 23 July 2023 - Fundamentals Coaching Day - free event includes morning tea. 8:30am to 11:30am - nominate by 14 July 2023.

Let Allan Cook know if you are coming: gamesdirector@malenybowlsclub.com.au

Saturday July 29 2023 - Junior Academy 1:30pm to 3:30pm.

19 August 2023 Men's Pennants continuing until 23 September 2023.

21 October 2023 Oktoberfest Come & Try Day

9 November 2023 Plum Pudding Day

Friday Bowls

Every Friday afternoon social bowls starts at 1.30p.m. - all welcome followed by social afternoon. http://malenybowlsclub.com.au

2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards are now Open

Maleny Golf Club Weekly Wrap

• Mid-week Mixed Stroke (11/7/2023): Winner – Lockie Gilding (63)

• Ladies 2 Person Ambrose (12/7/2023): Winners –Debbie Hansen & Karen Heading (66)

• RE/MAX Rumble (14/7/2023): Winner – Marty Thiel (20) No Hole-in-one / Jackpot increases to $725!

• Saturday Mixed Stroke (15/7/2023) Winners – AGrade: Gary Tronc (63), B-Grade: Peter Maurer (64), C-Grade: Debbie Hansen (65)

For more information, membership call 5499 9960 or to book a round, please visit www.GolfMaleny.com

Check out more Maleny Golf News at: https://www.malenygolfclub.com.au/news

Special: Hot Shot Rate: Introducing - all the holes you can play between 1:30 - 5PM Monday to Thursday for only $30!

Book online via: https://www.malenygolfclub.com.au/

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Everyone knows one of those selfless people who dedicate their time and efforts to helping others within their communities.

Well, the 2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards are now accepting nominations, inviting everyone to acknowledge those remarkable individuals who make a difference in their community.

To nominate someone, visit awardsaustralia.com/qldcaa and select ‘Nominate Now’, or call 1300 055 096 or email qcaa@awardsaustralia.com to provide the nominee’s details.

Nominations Close onTuesday 22 August 2023 and Judging is on Wednesday 27 September 2023 with the Awards Presentation being held on Friday 17 November 2023.

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Division 5 Councillor Winston Johnston Contact details

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. 0429 076 066.

Email: winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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

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Overheard at Maple 3 the other day between a well-known couple of socially active women around town having a coffee.

“If you don't see a clear path for what you want, sometimes you have to make it yourself.”

Telstra Caught short at Maleny Show and Maleny Wood Expo

The 2023 Maleny Show and Maleny Wood Expo along with Knitfest and the Muscle on the Mountain day all suffered at the hands. of Telstra as recent paralysing outages cost vendors tens of thousands of dollars during upgrades to the Maleny phone network. Many local businesses were also severely impacted having to operate without phone and EFTPOS facilities for the same duration.

Those upgrades, which cut services to customers for around two weeks, were aimed at improving capacity and 5G services in the Maleny Telstra exchange area.

Local Federal Member for Fisher said, “Reception in the hinterland was historically challenging and I hope that federal regulations could increase coverage, not just capacity”.

Maleny Commerce president, Spencer Shaw, said. “We went two weeks without service, which came after poor service anyway, to take away two weeks is debilitating.”

A Telstra spokesperson said the Telstra are now talking with the Show Society about using a wi-fi network that’s dedicated to vendors so that this does

Its on again- Community Grants 2023

Applica8ons are now open for grants up to $2000 from the Rotary Club of Maleny Applica8on forms can be obtained from the Secretary, Rotary Club of Maleny via secretary.maleny@rotary9620.org

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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 Contact Bridge Club

Learn to play Bridge!

Learn to play contract bridge at the Maleny Contract Bridge Club. Bridge is one of the most popular card games in the world. Bridge is a valuable exercise for the mind and players are interacting with others and benefitting for their friendship

The premises accommodates up to 25 tables and up to about 110 players each week turn up to the club to play.

Our clubhouse is located the end of Park Glen Drive, which is off Porters Lane in North Maleny. For information or to enrol phone Stuart Craig on 5494 2990 or email: malenybridgelessons@gmail.com http://malenybridgeclub.com.au/

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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.

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.

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 Follow our progress at:

https://www.facebook.com/malenymensshed

A big shout out to the Foundation for Regional & Rural Renewal who funded our new water tank which is attached to the ex-Army shed that's under construction on our site.

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

LIONS CLUB – MALENY BLACKALL RANGE

“When and where do the

The Lions Club of Maleny-Blackall Range meet for a Business Meeting at the Maleny Uniting Church Hall on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm.

The monthly Dinner Meeting is generally held at Tranquil Park Lodge, Mountain View Rd, at 6.30pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

Special club events such as Club Changeover and Christmas Party are held at different venues.

There is no minimum requirement for members regarding the attendance of meetings, working bees or fund raising events. However, members generally attend on a regular basis.

For further information about our Club or membership email: membership.mbrlions@gmail.com

LIONS CLUB – MALENY BLACKALL RANGE

Maleny - Blackall Range Lions Club members are a group of ordinary people who have joined together with a common desire to make our communities better by using initiative, creativity, enthusiasm and energy. We support community projects and we fundraise to provide assistance for community projects. We have provided service in our local community for over 39 years. You too can support your community!

Lions Club of Maleny Blackall Range

JOIN LIONS & MEET NEW FRIENDS

Lions Club Members strive to make a difference in their local community as well as in communi9es worldwide. Lions Clubs support local community needs, childhood Cancer, Diabetes, Vision care and other health and educa9on needs worldwide.

For further informa9on contact

Membership Chair Mark Henderson Mobile 0414 899 933.

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Lions Club of Maleny-Blackall Range meet?”

“Do you wish to help your community”

QCWA Maleny

Did you know that with three Regions, twenty Divisions and over two hundred and forty Branches, the QCWA is the largest and most widespread women’s organisation in Queensland. Since 1922, the QCWA has been about women from all over Queensland coming together for many different reasons, whether it is about meeting new people, making new friends, learning new skills or getting involved in the community.

Whatever the reason, it is friendship and the overall desire to help others that has banded the women of this organisation together. Their vision is simple: for the women of Queensland to come together to support communities, while celebrating their interests and forging friendships in a respectful and caring environment.

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.

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.

Combined Probus Club of Maleny Inc. Meets every 4th Wednesday from February to November at 10.00 am at the Uniting Church, Landsborough Rd, Maleny. Contact malenyprobus@gmail.com or membership enquiries 0408070823

Muzika Maleny 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.

Maleny Girl Guides meet on Wednesday's during school term and timing is 3:30pm - 5:30pm Term 2 & 3 and 4:00pm - 6:00pm Term 1 & 4.

Witta Tennis Club Social Tennis every Saturday 1.00 pm. All Welcome

Witta Recreation Club: Bar Open Friendship time every Wednesday 4.30p.m. - 6.30p.m.

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 Blackall Range Lions Club

The Chatty Cafe in Maleny - come and join us!

The Chatty Cafe is being held at the Maleny Library every Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:30 and provides locals with an opportunity for a cuppa and a chat with fellow Chatty Cafe guests and friendly volunteers.

Although this is a Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club initiative, we welcome anyone who has an hour a week to spare, to enjoy a chat with an interesting bunch of local residents. If you would like to help out, or know of someone who might benefit from more social interaction, join us for a tea or coffee at Maleny Library on Tuesdays between 10:30 and 11:30 am…. Everyone is welcome!

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The Maleny Historical Society

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

Their new Facebook page is : https://www.facebook.com/ MalenyHistoricalSociety

The Range Croquet Club - Maleny

Our 30th birthday is now less than two weeks away on the 30th of July. Fun is to be had by all, young and old.

There was a lot of activity on the lawn this week. Ricochet players made hay in the good weather to play two entertaining games on Tuesday. Dianne Horsman and Priscilla Vickers must have considerably shorter nails after their encounter which Dianne won 12 – 11; while Sally Adams lost honourably to Stuart Craig 4 -8.

Wednesday was the day of our last round of the Lochwood competition. Chris Borlase and Ken Barker played Colin Harris and Lance Turner from Coolum club. Chris lost his game against Lance 17 – 26 while Ken won a scratchy game against Colin 12 – 11. The doubles was triumph of the absurd where easy shots and hoops were missed regularly. The home team went down 9 – 24, losing the rubber 1 –2.

Social play on Sunday had Val Carbery and Stuart losing to Wallace Roy 6 – 10. Vince Carbery and Ken beat Lynette Evans and Dianne 18 – 11.

Donna Manning and Chris played in the Queensland Open at McIlwraith from the 14th to the 16th. Donna won 2 from 4 in the plate to finish 3rd behind Bruce Ford (Stephens) and Wade Hart (Eildon) 1st. Chris went a step further winning the second tier behind the championship from Heather Knight (Stephens). Mike Giddings (Ballina) won the Championship beating Mark Kobelt (Tumby Bay S.A.) in the final.

The attached photo shows Chris and Donna chilling out at home as they prepare for the tournament, one of the major events in the Queensland calendar with Nick Cram in the background observing.

Our web address is:

https://rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au

For details contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 (President )

Court Hire

Our courts may be available for community use or for special events, like workplace team-building or social gathering.

Our croquet equipment may be available for your guests in some special occasion (e.g. wedding) if suitable

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grounds are available. If you are interested, please phone, email or use the contact page.

Association Croquet

Association Croquet is a tactical game, usually between two players, consisting of running six hoops in order with two balls, clockwise first and then anti-clockwise, and finally hitting the central peg. It is played in a lawn measuring 35yards by 28 yards. The running of a hoop and hitting of the peg scores one point. The maximum score is, therefore, 26 points. Six hoops twice by two balls plus the pegging out.

Play days

Association Croquet Thursday and Sunday 1.00 pm for 1.30.

Ricochet Croquet Tuesday morings 9 am. Contact Sarah Widin for other days.

Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8 am

Our web address is: https:// rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au

For details contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 (President )