Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club Results for the period to 18.09.2023

Maleny District Sport & Recreation Club

Take care in this period of extreme heat!!! Beerwah Fire re-ignites

This week is the beginning of the September school holidays and it is to come at the same time as temperatures are to rise.

In some areas it is expected be up to 10 degrees higher than average. This midweek burst of extreme heat will be accompanied by heightened fire risks.

We have already seen evidence of the heightened fire risk as on September 14th at about 2p.m. the Queensland Fire Service put out an evacuation warning for the area around Mawsons Road and Holt Road Beerwah.

To Stay informed:

- Follow QFES on Facebook and Twitter.

- Listen to your local radio station.

A QFES spokesman described the fire as a “large grass fire that is very fast moving.” It was about 2km in size and said 15 crews were battling the blaze.

Water bombing planes were also used to fight the bushfire at Beerwah on Sunday.

We are now in an El Nino situation so there are drier than normal conditions accompanying that and with the higher temperatures it is very difficult to control a fire once it gets going.

As at 12:41pm on Monday, 18th September 2023 there was still a stay informed warning associated with this fire.

A police spokesperson t said properties between Steve Irwin Way, Irwin Rd, Mawsons Rd and the Bruce

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Hwy, including Holt Rd, should prepare to leave at very short notice as the fire had broken containment lines and was heading in a westerly direction towards Beerwah.

Burys Road and Mawsons

Road would be closed, and delays were expected on the Bruce Highway. As of 5pm Monday 18th September the fire had burned through 350ha and was “contained but not controlled” with “Fire continuing to help ground crews.

Australia Zoo borders on the alert zone. A Zoo spokesperson said that they have a well established fire protocol, extensive equipment, and trained personnel on alert at Australia Zoo.

Emergency Service personnel are just trying to get the fire under control, but the wind keeps changing taking it in another direction. Rural fire crews along

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Monday: Emergency services are again on scene at a “fast moving” grass Beerwah, which has forced residents to leave and is expected to cause traf

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with HQPlantations and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service staff will continue to monitor the blaze throughout the coming week as a high fire danger period was predicted for Wednesday, September 20 and Thursday September 21st. The fire could continue to burn for several days.

A Bureau of Meteorology spokesperson said the risk of bushfires will continue increasing and predicts the fires will move from central to south-eastern Queensland across the week as temperatures soar. The BOM expects temperatures to be more than 10 degrees above average for September, with maximums in the mid-30s

This is the first of what is expected to be a number of fires through this season and we expect to have an elevated fire risk season starting from the end of October all the way through summer.

Dry air, westerly winds and warm temperatures are the main reason behind the increased fire danger, with no rainfall on the horizon.

This fire shows that fires can happen close to all our homes and it is important to be “Fire Ready” so that action can be taken quickly to ensure the safety of families.

People can stay prepared by ensuring gutters around the home are cleaned regularly and the grass has been mowed and keep up to date through local radio and official Emergency Services social media.

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Take care in this period of extreme heat!!!

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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:

21 October 2023 Oktoberfest Come & Try Day

9 November 2023 Plum Pudding Day

Wednesday night social bowls

Wednesday nights from 6p.m. the club holds a social night of bowls. The night starts with a B.B.Q. and some socialising.

Friday Bowls

Every Friday afternoon social bowls starts at 1.30p.m. - all welcome followed by social afternoon.

Looking for a function venue?

The Maleny Club hires out their facilities to groups and organisations for functions, meetings, corporate events, parties, weddings, birthday etc. These functions can incorporate barefoot bowls if you wish. http://malenybowlsclub.com.au

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Maleny Golf Club Weekly Wrap

18th September, 2203

• Mid-week Mixed Stableford (13/9/2023): Winners

– A-Grade: Doug Rose (40), B-Grade: Eric Hecht (40)

• Ladies Stableford (13/9/2023): Winner – Toni Bishop (33)

• RE/MAX Rumble (15/9/2023): Winner – Jos Harington (24) No Hole-in-one / Jackpot increases to $950!

• Saturday Mixed v Par (16/9/2023): Winners – A

Grade: Cameron Turnbull (+6), B Grade: Grant Flynn (+4) & C Grade: Matt Wolski (+4)

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

Blackall Range Woodies “Weekend of Wood”

The BRWG more commonly known as “The Blackall Range Woodies”, open their secretive little compound located at the Montville Sports Ground, three (3) kilometres from Montville toward Maleny for their annual “Wonderful Weekend of Wood”, on the weekend of 30th September to the 1st October, 2023.

So, as you cruise through our beautiful Hinterland, with the wind in your hair, relaxed after your Montville stop, a happy bunch of kids in the back, begging you to stop at the “Woodies”, uttering those often heard squeals of delight “Are we there yet, are we there yet?” etc.

This is your opportunity to explore the range of Cheese, Bread and Carving boards far removed in style and craftsmanship from the drab, dull and boring standard shop version, real talking points for your next family get together. And just look at the range and sizes of the Charcuterie boards. Our famous jewellery maker will also be there to delight Mom or that very “Special Other” in your life.

Just remember that date “30th Sept to 1 Oct, 2023 at 230 – 238 Balmoral Road ,Montville”.

If you have an interest in the Blackall Range Woodies or would like to visit their shed or to make a start at joining our club, you can send an email to arrange a day and time to visit to: recruitment@blackallrangewoodies.org.au

Or to follow them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/brwg17 or through their web site at: https://blackallrangewoodies.org.au/

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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 want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman. ...

Witta Tennis News

Social tennis

Monday 8am and Saturday 1pm at our courts at 351 Witta Road, Witta, QLD, Australia, Queensland.

All are welcome. Court bookings 0437 295 501 or at the web site: 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

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Nearly 90 artisan vendors over 3 spaces all undercover and indoors.

This is an annual 3 day market held in November each year.

Held at Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street, Maleny QLD.

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Maleny Rangers Football Club Inc. A. G. M

The Maleny Rangers Football Club was formed in 1995 via the amalgamation of the Maleny Rangers Soccer Club (seniors) and Maleny Churches Panthers Soccer Club (juniors).

The Annual General Meeting of the Maleny Rangers Football Club Inc. Will be held on Monday 24th of October 2023 at 6.30pm in the Club house at the Showgrounds.

Nominations are called for from members of the MRFC for positions on the Committee.

Nomination forms are available from the Secretary be email at: malenyrangersfc@gmail.com

All nominations must be lodged with the club by 5pm on 10th of October 2023

All enquiries may be directed to malenyrangersfc@gmail.com

Rotary Club of Maleny

Dispose of your batteries properly

Batteries contain hazardous materials that pollute the environment when disposed of in landfills with cadmium and mercury; the toxic poisons contaminate soils and water.

Rotary Maleny has built a purpose built sealed container where you can drop off your used batteries at the Star Discount Chemist in Maple St, Maleny.

Save our environment don’t carelessly dispose of them!

Its on again- Community Grants 2023

Applica8ons are now open for grants up to $2000 from the Rotary Club of Maleny Applica8ons, on the prescribed form, open Monday 17 July, and close at close of business Wednesday, 15 September 2023

Applica'on forms can be obtained from the Secretary, Rotary Club of Maleny via: secretary.maleny@rotary9620.org

or by phone 0419 942 561 or 0408 663 842

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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 Contract 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:

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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:

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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

The Lions Club of Maleny Blackall Range meet for a Business Meeting at the MDRSC Beersheba Shed on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5.30p.m.

The monthly Dinner Meeting is held at the Maleny Hotel at 6.30pm on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

Special Club events such as Club Changeover and Christmas Party venues will be advised prior to those functions.

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 communi'es worldwide. Lions Clubs support local community needs, childhood Cancer, Diabetes, Vision care and other health and educa'on needs worldwide.

For further informa'on contact

Membership Chair Mark Henderson

Mobile 0414 899 933.

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“When and where do the

Lions Club of Maleny-Blackall Range meet?”

“Do you wish to help your community”

Maleny Senior Citizens

Maleny Senior Citizens meet every Friday morning from about 8.45 until 11am for a Cuppa, Chat, and some board games and a laugh or two. They meet in the Verandah Room under the Maleny Community Centre.

Every Friday morning is ‘drop in’ where games, laughter and morning tea is enjoyed by all. Occasionally the group join together to go on bus or train trips to varying local areas. Everything the club does is based on social activities that are fun.

So if you would like to have a Cuppa, a Chat, a Laugh or just sit and listen to the chatter this is the place to come. New members are always welcome. Call Margaret on 0419 179516 or 54942621. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Witta Handcraft Markets

Maleny Calendar of Events 2023.

✦ Blackall Range Woodies - Weekend of Wood on 30th September to the 1st October, 2023 at their Montville Base at the sports ground.

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

✦ Hinterland Bush Links 2023 AGM, on October 14th in Maleny, at Maleny RSL Hall.

✦ The Annual General Meeting of the Maleny Rangers Football Club Inc. Will be held on Monday 24th of October 2023 at 6.30pm in the Club house at the Showgrounds

✦ 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

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 in Terms 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

Witta Markets every 3rd Saturday each month 7.00 am - Old Witta School

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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Maleny Neighbourhood Centre

JP Services have returned to the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre at 17 Bicentenary Lane,Maleny.

Hours are 9.30-12.30. Mon to Fri.

Brought to you by the ‘JP in the Community’ team’.

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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

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The Range Croquet Club - Maleny

Sally Adams and Priscilla Vickers were on the lawns on Tuesday morning, taking advantage of the beautiful weather, to play a hard-fought draw of 4 all against Stuart Craig and Richard Ward in an entertaining game of ricochet croquet. It’s heartening to see a hard-core group continuing with this form of the game.

On Thursday Sarah Widin returned from her holiday in style beating Nick Cram 13 – 7 while on the same lawn Wallace Roy scored 14 hoops against Kath Smith and Helen Andrews who scored one hoop. Ken Barker and Dianne Horsham continued their practice session against Donna Manning and Lynette Evans going down 10 – 14 in a match that was one-sided until tea when there was a bit of a fightback by the losing pair.

Donna and Lynette along with Ken and Dianne played in the alternate stroke mixed doubles competition at Caloundra over the weekend. The spread of wins across the nine teams who entered showed how difficult it was for players of mixed levels to adjust to partner styles and expectations. The general consensus was that it was an extremely enjoyable and worthwhile competition/training event for both the high and low players, but that the stress levels were astronomical. Bruce Fleming (Wynnum) and a former player for Australia with his partner Gordon Cooper (Bundaberg) won with a picket fence score of six wins from six. Nobody else came close.

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

For details contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 (President ) or by email: therange@croquetqld.org

Court Hire

Our courts are situated at; Maleny Showgrounds, MalenyStanley River Road, Maleny and may be available for community use or for special events, like workplace teambuilding or social gathering. Our croquet equipment may be available for your guests in some special occasion (e.g. wedding) if suitable grounds are available. If you are interested, please phone, email or use the contact page.

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 )

The attached photo shows Bruce playing a delicate precision shot with Dianne an interested spectator.