Friday, 5 February 2021
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Tranquility turns to death
Well known and popular local swimming hole, Gardners Falls is normally a tranquil swimming hole enjoyed by locals and visitors to the Maleny area alike. On the afternoon of Australia Day 2021 it turned into the scene of tragedy.
swimmers who use a rope to swing from trees into the waterhole. That is not to suggest that this is the cause of this incident. There are
At about 4.30p.m. emergency service personnel were advised that a male person, aged in his 40’s, visiting from Caloundra had disappeared whilst swimming at the swimming spot. Following an initial search by the missing mans family the search was joined by police and State Emergency Service volunteers from Maleny failed to locate the man and as a result the state rescue helicopter and water police were called to the scene. The area around the waterhole was closed off by police as the search got under way. The body was subsequently located about 8p.m. that evening. Gardners Falls has been the scene of previous deaths and serious injuries of swimmers and other visitors to the area. It is popular with
signs warning about submerged rocks in the waterhole. A police report will be prepared for the coroner into the death.
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Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston Bridge Replacement Begins
LATE last year I advised you of good news for Conondale, with Raddatz Bridge (located on Eastern Mary River Road, near Raddatz Road), set to be replaced under the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program. The works involve the replacement of the existing timber bridge with a new concrete bridge, along with the realignment of the road to the bridge. I am pleased to share works start on Monday 18 January (weather and site conditions permitting). This means the Raddatz Bridge will be closed to all traf c during construction. There will be no through traf c permitted along Eastern Mary River Road at the bridge location.
be found on council’s website. Please get in touch with council if you have any questions and I thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as this project is delivered.
Maple Street Maleny Taxi Zone pavement marking
The line marking (as indicated below) of the taxi bay at Maleny was completed last Friday. This will hopefully make it crystal clear that this bay is for taxis only. Of cers have also advised Sunshine Coast Cabs and Maleny Local Police who will be monitoring the area along with council's traf c of cers.
This temporary road closure will be in place from Wednesday 27 January for approximately 14 weeks. The project is expected to be nished in May (weather and site conditions permitting). Signage will be in place to advise road users of the temporary road closure. The detour will be along Eastern Mary River Road and Maleny Kenilworth Road via Cambroon or Conondale. Temporary road closures allow for works to be completed quickly and safety. Nearby residents have been noti ed and further information can
Grab your rates discount !
Rates notices have been issued and will start arriving this week. If you pay on or before Friday February 19, you’ll receive council’s on-time payment discount of 5% of your general rate, up to $100 every six months.
rates notices by email.
You can sign up to MyCouncil on council’s website, which offers an online dashboard for property owners and rate payers to view their rates and pet registration details, make requests to council, update their personal information and make payments online.
For rates enquiries, email council at rates@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or contact council https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Council/ Contact-Council between 8.15am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
You can also opt to receive future
There is a range of convenient online payment options available, including BPAY and by phone on 131 816. Check your rates notice to see all the ways you can pay.
To contact Cr Winston Johnston winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Shop Local and support your local community Buy Australian Made and Owned where possible Make Australia stronger for the future!
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Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston Tesch Park Playground Equipment Fixed Maleny Children's Playground at Tesch Park playground equipment - xed. The tree has been made safe, current image below. We are removing the remainder and it was scheduled for January but obviously has been postponed due to storm clean up and now scheduled for 12th Feb. The fence repairs were been completed on Friday. The best Playground timeline would be installation 17 March dependent on fabrication
Les Hall Awards 2021
The Les Hall Award recognises young people who are trying to make a difference and inspire others to do the same – continuing the legacy of Dr Les Hall.
Our Future Waste Survey Sunshine Coast Council offers a free online tool to help residents and visitors better navigate local roads. This includes motorists, cyclists, pedestrians, and our road workers. Council’s top priority is to keep all road users safe. “We want to ensure our community is aware of any changed conditions they may encounter on the roads and Roads Hub alerts you to road closures, crashes, hazards, ooding, road works, congestion and special events. “ said local Councillor Mr. Winston Johnston. To nd out more visit: https://roads.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/
Consider making Roads Hub part of your regular journey planning and don’t forget if you ever notice potholes or other damage to local roads please let council know.
Nominations for the Les Hall Young Conservationist Award are open until February 28, 2021 and can be submitted using the online nomination form at sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/leshallawards. The winner will be announced at the Sunshine Coast World Environment Day festival in June 2021. For details and the online nomination form, visit council’s website at: www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/leshallawards
Our Future - Waste Survey Sunshine Coast Council advises that the Our future waste survey: https://haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/our-future … is now available for the Sunshine Coast community to have their say on. The Waste team will be working with the Communication Branch to promote this survey to our community until consultation closes on Tuesday 2 March 2021. Feedback from the survey will help to inform Council discussion as we progress towards a circular economy approach to managing the region’s waste into the future. This includes considering the introduction of an ‘opt out’ third bin for garden waste which could eventually transition to a food organics and garden organics bin service, also known as FOGO. The survey is available to ll out online, or via a hard copy at council’s libraries.
Like the naked city there are a thousand stories in theSunshine Coast Hinterland Tell us your story.....
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Maleny Accident Repair Centr Shed 3/16 Lawyer Street, Maleny
5499 9200
https://malenysmash.com.au/
Maleny Accident Repair Centre Services
In Motor Vehicle Repairs, Experience Counts
Keeping your Car shiny and spotless pays dividends
Maleny Accident Repair Centre looks after our locals as well as from the surrounding area’s.
Not only will a well maintained paint job play its role in car rust prevention, but it will also attract more buyers, and in turn, will be able command a higher resale value. Spending top dollar for a top-down mechanical refurbishment would count for nothing if buyers are turned away by its old and weathered appearance in the rst place. And when it comes to the business of buying and selling, rst impressions always count for a lot.
This car enthusiast from Caloundra drove all the way to Maleny to get his car painted by us as he said "you have the best off the gun nish I have seen".
Well, how is that for a good endorsement. You too can have this quality nish when you get your repairs done at Maleny Accident Repair Centre.
That being said, keeping your paint in good nick doesn't have to be a chore as long as you stick to a few key car wash tips and practices.
What is the safest way to park?
Car paint preventative maintenance boils down to one essential rule of thumb, and that is to reduce its exposure to the elements as much as possible. Ultraviolet rays from the sun, and acid rain can weather and damage a car's paint layers, causing it to lose its lustre over the years.
The NRMA Insurance Company advises that the safest way to park, believe it or not, is reverse parking.
If a car's paint is exposed to the sun, or rained upon often, it is recommended to wash and wax the car more often to protect it from the harsh conditions here in Australia. Not only are bird droppings unsightly and unhygienic, it is also highly acidic. Under intense sunlight, which can soften the paint's clear coat, the droppings' acidic composition can dissolve the paint, permanently damaging it.
It gives you greater control and makes it easier to manoeuvre out the space when you’re ready to roll.
Windscreens Severely damaged windscreens can not only obscure the driver’s vision, but also weaken the car’s structure and affect the way passenger side airbags deploy. Some windscreen damage can be repaired however other types will necessitate replacement.
What should you do if a car wash had scratched your car? There really isn't much the general consumer can do, besides taking the car to a pro-detailer to have it looked upon to 'correct' the paint and remove car wash scratches, and taking careful measures to ensure that it doesn't happen again.
Windscreen repairs must comply with the relevant Australian Standard.
Maleny Accident Repair Centre can make your car look like new again!
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Maleny Paint Supplies 6/14 Lawyer Street, Maleny.
Ph 54942002
www.malenypaintsupplies.com Australian Owned and made brands of Ultra-Premium paints
“Norglass
Liquid
Glass”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6_pg6zsOv4 Norglass Paints and Specialty Finishes produces the highest quality paints and surface coatings. This product is for Indoor use only and dries to a velvety smooth nish.
Directions:
Another example of a product that is proudly Australian family owned and made comes from the Norglass range of products. This is Liquid Glass. It is a water clear pour-on glass nish for bars, table tops and decoupage applications. Gives that ‘liquid glass look’. It has excellent adhesion, it is also abrasion resistance and exibility.
About Liquid Glass Colourants
It is commonly used by local woodcrafters to ll holes in timber, but can also be used in concrete or for decoupage applications.
To nd out more about the liquid glass product and the colourants visit the Norglass web sites at:
What you will need
This table in the photo was was treated using Liquid Glass to ll in the imperfections in the wood and then coated in Northane for a fantastic nish .
http://www.norglass.com.au/ products/liquid-glass
a sander a mixing bucket
It is becoming more popular for use in making jewellery. You can preserve pressed, dried or fresh owers by adding several coats of liquid glass to them. You can then create jewellery from these preserved pieces or add them to scrapbooks or keepsakes.
http://www.norglass.com.au/ products/liquid-glasscolourant
a stirring stick a chisel
and download the Liquid Glass product data safety sheet at the bottom. It has all the necessary instructions, including mixing proportions and drying times.
a circular saw drill + bits Tape
Another use is to coat pressed ower art work after it is complete.
Quick Clamps
Specialised colourants can be added to Liquid Glass to enhance your design. Colourant comes in ve main colours, Red, Black, Blue, Green, Yellow and can be mixed to create your own colour.
There are plenty of complete DIY information. Australian Made & Australian owned!
These products are available at Maleny Paint Supplies, 6/14 Lawyer Street, Maleny.
For detailed information showing the process in detail visit the web page below:
http://malenypaintsupplies.com/page-2/ Colourtrend Paints have a range of Ultra-Premium Paints to service your needs! Follow Maleny District Sports & Recreation Cub news visit:
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Maleny Paint Supplies now sells Toilet Paper “All for a Good Cause” Who Gives A Crap? -
We Do!
What do we really mean when we say our toilet paper helps build toilets? We trust that our partner organisations know how to best improve global access to proper sanitation – that means our donation could go to building toilets. To put it into perspective, a child under ve dies every two minutes from diarrhoeal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation. Pro ts from the sale of this toilet paper is used our donation could go to building toilets, but could also mean it supports larger clean water projects.
Repairing rotting wooden windows CAUSE
25% saturation, the mould spore will remain dormant and inactive.
The problem normally starts with the paint breakdown through one simple factor…..co-ef cient differentials of expansion and contraction.
REPAIR An assessment of the decay has to be made in the rst instance. If the decay has gone too far, the only sensible remedy is to remove and replace.
In plain terms, where the paint system bridges a 90 degree angle with a sharp internal corner, the 2 timbers move at different rates according to their densities/ thicknesses and as a result “stretch” the paints beyond their ability to maintain relative adhesion to the timber.
However if there is still some structural integrity, saturating the soft dozy timber with NORGLASS NORSEAL can provide a permanent solution. To do this remove (by sanding) any residual paint, then drill holes randomly along the sill, at about a 30 degree angle.
This occurs as the paint weathers and loses its exibility. Once the paints have cracked in the internal corners, it’s an avenue for water to seep into the wood. From here on it’s a progressive step to decay.
Then mix up a volume (250ml mix) of Norseal and using a small funnel pour the mixture into the holes. As the Norseal drains away, come back and re ll them.
Once the saturation level of the wood reaches in excess of 25%, the air-borne mould spore carried into the timber start to propagate and then devour the lignin and cellulose of the wood, thus creating a moist environment, and exponential decay. Less than
A plastic cover should be placed over the sill to prevent dew (or rain) gaining access. Next, ll the holes with NORGLASS NORFILL, a white epoxy ller. As well as lling the holes, use the Nor ll to radius out the internal 90 degree angles using a paddle pop stick or back of a teaspoon. What this does is to contain the lateral differentials of both timber interfaces, thus preventing further internal paint cracking. This is essential to the longevity of the paint structure…and the ongoing problem is solved.
All available at Maleny Paint Supplies.
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Repeat a few times and then coat the entire sill. Leave to cure for about 48 hours.
Now paint the surface with NORGLASS PRICOAT and nish with NORGLASS WEATHERFAST PREMIUM ENAMEL.
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Maleny District Sport & Recreation Club Inc Is an incorporated umbrella organisation whose aims are to promote. sport and recreation facilities for Maleny and surrounding districts.
Maleny Troop 5th Light Hors
We Need You! he Maleny Troop of the 5th Light Horse Regiment is seeking to recruit people for 2021 interested in joining our troop. We are particularly keen to recruit more riding members. Your own horse is required if possible and we do assist in equipping the tack and uniforms, so folks if you want to keep the memory of the Light Horse alive give President Terry a ring on 0408 280 422, for further details, he would love to hear from you.
members of the Australian Light Horse Association. We parade and march at public events. We also train and prepare for sporting challenges. Maleny Troop is active in the hinterland consists of riding members from though out the Sunshine Coast. New members, riders and equipment are welcome.
Weather permitting, Maleny 5th Light Horse Regiment trains at the Ziza Field, Maleny Community Precinct, on the last Saturday of the month from 9.30 am. You can follow us on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/ 5thlighthorsemaleny
About the Maleny 5th Light Horse Regiment We are a group of volunteers from all walks of life who have joined to form the Australian 5th Light Horse-Maleny Troop. We are a re-enactment Troop, proudly demonstrating Australian Light Horse skills and dress and are
T.S Centaur Australia Day Ceremony
People attended the Showgrounds at Maleny by 0730 and had a toasted bacon and egg sandwich with onions laid on by the Maleny Apex boys. The Maleny Citizenship ceremony was at 0830 started by the Flag Raising ceremony which was excellent presented by the T.S. Centaur Naval Cadets.
On completion of the Flag Raising ceremony some 19 citizens were
welcomed to our country and community by the local Politicians and the community. The new Australians from Poland, South Africa, China, India, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
On Australia Day, our national day, we celebrate all the things we love about Australia: land, sense of fair go, lifestyle, democracy, the freedoms we all enjoy but particularly our people.
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I don't know how many times we have heard in this last year 'Thank goodness we live in Australia!!!'
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Maleny Service 16 Lawyer Street, Maleny.
Centre
Ph 54943444
http://www.malenyservicecentre.com.au
One Stop Mechanical Services Shop Licenced Roadworthy Inspector on the premises
Monitor your tyres Most of us know tyres are dangerous when they’re old and worn out, but did you know they’re also dangerous with the wrong tyre pressure? The correct tyre pressure allows your car to effectively accelerate, corner, brake and grip the road. It also enables your car to run more ef ciently, so you’ll spend less on fuel. Didn’t realise this? You’re not alone. Optimum tyre pressure varies depending on the make and model of your car. Experts recommend you check your tyre pressure every two to three weeks. The pressure is shown in your owner’s manual.
School is Back Make sure that you look after your mates - Treat them all well!.
Your One Stop Shop for Automotive Repairs – you don’t need to do the running around, we do it for you!:.
http://www.malenyservicecentre.com.au/ We are dedicated and passionate about servicing, repairing and maintaining one of your most valuable assets, your Motor Vehicle.
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Maple Street Meats Specialising in quality product and service.
Shop2/4 Maple Street, Maleny
5429 6499
When only the best will do! Ingredients
Recipes from Jeremi Rump Steak with Mushroom Sauce & Baby Potatoe
600g rump steak, cut into 4 portions 500g “microwave in bag” white mini potatoes
Place bag of potatoes into microwave, as per packet instructions
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and microwave for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Set aside covered with foil to keep warm. Drizzle with a little oil and season with salt and pepper, to serve.
3 tbsp olive oil 1 brown onion, nely diced 200g sliced button mushrooms2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
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Meanwhile, brush steaks with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add steaks and cook for 3 to 4 minutes each side or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
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Increase temperature to medium-high. Add onion and mushrooms and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until golden. Add worcestershire sauce, sour cream and 1/3 cup water. Bring to the boil and remove from the heat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve steaks topped with mushroom sauce, baby potatoes sprinkled with parsley, and baby rocket on the side.
1/3 cup sour cream Baby rocket leaves and nely chopped parsley, to serve
And Blairs top tip You can prep the onions and parsley while the steaks are cooking - potatoes are cooking in the background
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Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
Community Lunch
The Maleny Community Centre hold a shared Community Lunch at the Maleny Neighbourhood Centreat 12.30pm. every Thursday. The cost is just $7. Volunteers and members of the community get together to prepare and cook a nutritious meal which they share together with the community.
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Local Tradespersons When you use a local tradesperson and you know who you are dealing with!
Tony & Di’s Home Maintenance
Brett Cooper Builder Builders Lic . 15045940. -
HIA. 863583
Talk to us about your new home!
ABN. 47988681738
email:
No job too small - Carpentry - Painting Tiling General Repairs & Maintenance
brettcooperbuilding@gmail.com
0409987995
0487770653
AA Plus Jobs
Arandall Painting
Adrian Gault
Paul & Jamie
At your Service
When only the best will do! QBCC No 1113664
All odd jobs, Small Renovations, Landscaping. Floor Sanding + installation, Restoration and Painting
Quality Painting & Decorating with over 40 years experience
0409766795
0429878095
Here is a local Facebook Page worth having a look at especially at this time of year
Maleny Paint Supplies We are OPEN AGAIN
Sustainable Living
https://www.facebook.com/ MalenyPaintSupplies Take care and keep “COVID” at bay!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 589804454430776
Advertise your local business here for just $15 per mth Published Digitally on First & Third Friday of each month. Visit web site at http://www.issuu/hinterlandgrapevine (then pick the issue wanted)
For more information contact Maleny Paint on 54942002
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The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News Maleny Chamber
of
Commerce
News
Have you got your Local Shopping Gift Card Yet?
Small Business COVID Relief
On January 18th Kay Ridge Attended an online meeting called "Regional Response Group Quarterly Meeting. An interesting piece of information was that the government has a goal to spend 25% of its procurement for seminars and courses before July1.
Why Shop Locally? While it may not be possible to source all our needs from our local retailers and tradesman, here are a few reasons to think twice before you make your next purchase:
These Awards recognise initiatives undertaken by businesses, community organisations and groups, educational institutions and government going above and beyond their core business to foster reconciliation and pave the way for a better future for our state.
The COVID-19 global pandemic has touched everyone and communities in the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay region have not been immune to its effects.
It Creates local jobs and it is personal; Shopping locally helps Australia grow;
Nominations are encouraged across ve categories:
The Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay Regional Recovery Action Plan builds on our immediate commitment to keeping the region moving through extra support for businesses, workers and households – from payroll tax waivers to electricity bill relief.
Shopping locally gives better consumer choice and better customer service because you are shopping with a friend; Assists local businesses support local community & sporting groups;
Our recovery approach recognises the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay region among Queensland’s fastest-growing regions, with great strengths in industries ranging from tourism and agriculture to aviation, transport and logistics.
It reduces your carbon footprint
Head to the link to download their action plan
Will you really support local businesses?
Business Community Education Health and wellbeing Partnership. A health and wellbeing category has been introduced in 2021 to highlight the outstanding work accomplished across Queensland through health and wellbeing initiatives. The Premier’s Reconciliation Award will also be presented to an initiative that has demonstrated innovative strategies and exceptional outcomes toward advancing reconciliation in Queensland.
https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/.../ sunshine-coast…
About Maleny Commerce
2021 Queensland Reconciliation
A total of $30,000 in prize money will be shared across all six award recipients.
The 2021 Queensland Reconciliation Awards is now open for nominations.
https://awards.premiers.qld.gov.au/ qra/? utm_source=signature%20block&utm_ medium=email&utm_campaign=2018% 2F01%20Qld%20Rec%20Awards
Awards
Maleny and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. is an incorporated body representing the business community since 1986.
For businesses wishing to join Maleny Commerce go to the web address:
https://malenycommerce.org.au/membership/
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Maleny RFB Volunteer group Members service recognised Recently 5 members of Maleny RFB were awarded the NSW Premiers Bush re Citation in recognition of their service in NSW during the 2019-20 Bush re Crisis. Well done to Don, Barry, Scot, Dan & Steve - nice work and thanks. The Maleny Rurual Fire Brigade is a volunteer organisation at the front line, when required battling bush res to save your property and saving local ora and fauna.
Maleny 5th Light Horse remembers Australia Day 2021
The 5th Light Horse Regiment Maleny Troop paraded down Maple Street, Maleny on Australia Day to commemorate Australia’s Of cial day that re ects the nation's diverse people.
Some Upcoming Events Trivia Night 13 February 6.30 pm Maleny RSL (BYO nibbles) Vix and the Slix Chicks 5 March 6.30 pm Maleny RSL St George in the Hills Jazz Concert 11 March St George’s Church Time TBA
Maleny SES Volunteer group On the 16th February as it heated up, a storm warning was issued by the B. O. M. for later in the day. As predicted severe storms rolled in late on the day bringing a quick burst of heavy rain and strong winds which caused dozens of trees to be uprooted in Little Mountain, and around the general Caloundra area. Wind gusts of up to 57 kilometres an hour were recorded at the Sunshine Coast airport. The State Emergency Service said they received 58 calls for help overnight, mostly in response to the wild weather in the Caloundra area.
Members of the Maleny SES Group were called upon to assist groups from Caloundra to respond to the calls for help. On Sunday 17th the team was back in Caloundra assisting with the clean-up. On Australia Day the group was called to search for a missing swimmer at Gardners Falls waterhole. Unfortunately his body was located that night.
Ray and the Sunshines (RSL’s 90th Birthday Bash) 7 May 6.30 pm Maleny RSL Girl Friday (blues, jazz, swing) 15 October 6.30 pm Maleny RSL KnitFest Yarn & Fibre Festival 3 & 4 July Maleny’s Main Street
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An Old Codger’s Thoughts The tragic death of Kate Leadbetter and Matthew Field walking their dog in Alexandra Hills in a freak accident by a drugged up 17 year old in a stolen car is closer to Maleny than you might think and has hit many Malenyites very hard. A 17 year old, who is now charged with two counts of murder with a possibly third charge to be laid for the unborn child also killed in the chaos. Throughout Queensland on a daily basis we are reading and hearing about an increasing number of serious offences, many of which lead to serious injury or death being committed by young offenders. The softly softly approach presently used by Department of Children Services and Department of Justice Court judgement is clearly not working and has not worked since it was implemented at least two decades ago. It is time that a fresh look was taken at the need to rejuvenate the way in which young offenders are dealt with in circumstances of criminal breaches. The sad reality is neither side of politics will actually bite the bullet but would prefer to hand out cheap candy to the demise of our society and great nation. In an effort to reduce the statistical number of crimes various governments are proposing that the criminal responsibility for young offenders be raised. This proposal will do nothing to reduce the suffering within our community as offences will still be being committed, but will not be shown in statistics, giving the illusion that crime has actually been reduced. Simply throwing money at the problem without having a known achievable goal will not x the problem either. We have been trying that for decades to no avail, except allowing governments to “wash their hands of the matter” and say there is nothing more that can be done. There has to be more that can be done and other methods of moderating young criminal behaviour has to be tried. The community must also be involved in the solution, especially in close knit communities. Whilst no one is suggesting that individuals rights be taken away the same cannot be said about privileges bestowed by community. There is no one easy solution. Condolences to the families of Kate Leadbetter and Matthew Field and the myriad of others killed under similar circumstances.
And he swears that it 100% true. - No Bulls##t” A blonde and a redhead have a cattle station in the Northern Territory. They have just lost their bull. The women need to buy another, but only have $500. The redhead tells the blonde, "I will go to the market and see if I can nd one for under that amount. If I can, I will send you a telegram. " She goes to the market and nds one for $499. Having only one dollar left, she goes to the telegraph of ce and nds out that it costs one dollar per word. She is stumped on how to tell the blonde to bring the truck and trailer. Finally, she tells the telegraph operator to send the word "comfortable." Skeptical, the operator asks, "How will she know to come with the trailer from just that word?” The redhead replies, "She's a blonde so she reads slow: 'Come for ta bull.'"
Colbinabbin silos
Tiffany Warner Photography has caught the atmosphere of the Colbinabbin area with a photo of one of the grain silos which forms part of the Colbiabbin Solo Art trail. Not only are the silos a great tourist attraction for the area, but are a reminder of the areas past history. The silos were painted by Artist - Tim Bowtell. What could be done in the Sunshine Coast hinterland area to retain part of the original history of the
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Around Glass house Electorate with Mr Andrew Powell Sunshine Coast Rail duplication design changes are worrying
The Beerburrum to Nambour rail upgrade is causing confusion in the hinterland with residents reportedly shown an updated design of the project. Member for Glass House Andrew Powell said he had been left with more questions than answers when it came to the long-awaited upgrade. He said he wanted to know what was happening with the project. He said he had been unable to get solid answers on where the multi million-dollar project was at. “Sadly, due to politics, I’ve not been able to get detailed brie ngs on what the latest design looks like, between Beerwah and Beerburrum,” he said. “I sought a brie ng before the election and basically got told ‘Sorry, we can't show you that at the moment we’re in discussions with the Federal Government’. “I get that those kind of discussions can occur but I do know they're having very detailed discussions with landholders about what the design looks like. “And that's frustrating because I’m actually here to help.” My main concern is about changes to the design.
“I’m concerned not only for the affected landholders but the broader community that they’re not quite aware of what might be the end product. “Don’t get me wrong I want the project to proceed. “I just want to see the changes. “One of the concerns is which of my constituents have had their properties resumed and which haven’t, so I can assist them in that process.” Mr Powell hasn’t been put off by the lack of communication, vowing to continue chasing an update. “Let’s have that open and frank conversation with the community so it doesn’t come as a shock and an annoyance,” he said. “Then we can explain it and work through how we can deliver this in a way that works for everyone.
Congratulations Mrs Norma McLeod OAM
“What I’m hearing from affected landholders is that the original designs, that were shown a couple of years ago, have changed signi cantly,” Mr Powell said.
Mrs Norma McLeod OAM of Maleny has been recognised for service to the Maleny community through her work with, and commitment to, Centre for Retirement Living (Blue Care), Maleny Show Society, Maleny Garden Club, Maleny Floral Art Group and the Maleny Soldiers Memorial Hospital, to name just a few.
Maleny Chamber gets $250
Maleny Commerce received one of my $250 Local Heroes Grants late last year to host the Maleny Christmas Festival.
Unfortunately the Festival didn’t go ahead because of the Covid lockdown. ,But, I’m sure that Maleny Commerce will nd somewhere else to spend the money o bene t the small businesses in the Maleny area! Here I caught up with Paulette from Maleny Commerce to present the cheque.
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Local Groups News There is a Recreational Group in Maleny and Surrounds that will cater for your desires!
Federal Government Grants available for Community Groups The Australian Federal Government has allocated $150,000 to the electorate of Fisher for this nancial year to make small scale grants for community groups under the latest round of the Stronger Communities Programme.
of eligible project costs without the need for any co-funding.
Grants between $2,500 and $20,000 will be available for community groups to upgrade their facilities or buy new equipment.
You can get an Expression of Interest form by contacting the of ce of Federal Member for Fisher, Mr. Andrew Wallace at
If your community group is interested in applying for funding under this grant the rst stage is to make an Expression of Interest to my of ce before the deadline of Friday 19 February 2021.
andrew.wallace.mp@aph.gov.au
To re ect the challenges for community groups of COVID-19, this year’s grants can be used in most cases to cover 100 per cent
Local Fisher Groups who have previously been funded as part of the Stronger Communities
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre is requesting volunteers to join our team! Do you have a few spare hours each week? We are looking for people for the Front Desk to meet and greet people and assist with Emergency Relief for our clients. Do you like to x things or mend things? Our Fix It Cafe is looking for some help there. Would you love to support our garden team? Our gardens also support our Community Lunces and Emergency Relief. If you would like to join us, please phone the centre 5499 9345 to make an appointment with our volunteer support worker. Mon to Fri 9am to 3pm
So if your community group has a project ready to go, I would strongly encourage you to consider making an application.
Street Libraries are, essentially, a box of books, planted in your front yard or footpath …. People can simply reach in and take any book that interests them; when they are done, they can return them to the Street Library network for others to read. Residents of Avocado Lane, Maleny are about to get their own street library thanks to retired resident, Ian Williams. If anyone has a book or two that they think others would enjoy, they can just pop it into any Street Library they happen to be walking past. What a great way to ensure that books are not only read, but re-read a number of times by various people.
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To date almost $1 million has been given to community groups in Fisher under this fund, and over the last year we have seen what a big difference these grants can make.
Avocado Lane is getting own Street Librar
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Programme include; Montville Village Association who received $13,500 for construction of a covered deck and upgrade of disability access at the heritage listed Montville Village Hall.
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Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc.
Vision is to “To Save and Display Maleny's History Some Maleny history with Harvey Bryce
History of the Witta Cemetery and Mitchell the Aboriginal
To the north-east of Maleny is an area called Witta.
Witta, was rst settled by German immigrants around the late 1880‘s. once known as Teutoburgh in the 1880s. The name Teutoburgh came from a nearby German mission. Witta. In 1916, due to anti-German sentiment associated with the Great War, the town was renamed Witta.
explanation is that the named after Witten which is a university city Westphalia, Germany.
member of an aboriginal group which was part of the Durandir tribe.
Witta is a residential area. There is little else in the area. It was once had a very strong dairy industry. It also once had a school, however that school has long since closed down and students from the area travel by
He worked throughout the Sunshine Coast hinterland for a number of early settlers. Whilst working for a settler family at Peachester he saved the life of the young son of the settler family. The young lad had a burst appendix. There were no local doctors, the closest being at the Brisbane Hospital. (Now Royal Brisbane Hospital). It was believed that the lad would certainly die without medical treatment.
bus to schools in nearby Maleny. One thing that Witta does have that nearby Maleny, the larger township does not is a cemetery. A walk around that cemetery gives a snapshot of the history of the whole area.
Mitchell carried the young lad to Coochin Creek from where a steam ship loaded with timber travelled daily to Brisbane.
Scattered across the cemetery are the names of the rst German families who settled at Witta.
Depending on who tells the story there appears to be some difference of opinion about the name Witta. The most common explanation is that the name was derived from an Aboriginal word (either wutdah, meaning red cedar, or wetya, meaning dingo.) Hence the non-German pronunciation. Another
Mitchell stayed with the lad until he was well enough to return to his home Following his death in September 1919 Mitchell was buried in the Witta Cemetery. It was very uncommon for an aboriginal to be buried in a “white man’s cemetery” in those days.
In fact the Witta Cemetery came about as a result of a generous donation from the Van Dryke family in 1898. The rst aboriginal to be buried in the Witta Cemetery was “Mitchell the Aboriginal”. Mitchell was a
The then Landsborough Shire Council attended to the burial.
Information here. is. supplied. by Maleny Cultural & Historical Society In "To collect, store, preserve, restore and display examples of past life in Maleny so we can effectively tell and show the story of our community
(07) 5499 9030.
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Learn about Maleny’s local history
(Continued from previous Page) This occurred after Harry Warne, (Grandfather of Hilda Penny who still lives in Maleny), who was Chairman of the Council at the time is said to have said to a council meeting; “If any aboriginal deserves to be buried in a white-man’s cemetery it is Mitchell.”
Did you know that you could arrange for your group to have s tour of the Maleny Historical village to learn about some of Maleny’s history.
Local wood-worker, Ludwig Tesch built the cof n for Mitchell at the time. such was the communities feelings for Mitchell.
This is a great opportunity for newer Maleny residents to nd out a bit about the areas past and a bit about local settlers.
At the time Mitchell’s headstone was the biggest in the cemetery and remained as the biggest until today. On Wednesday April 22nd, 2009 the Maleny Historical Society in conjunction with the Sunshine Coast Regional Council commemorated the refurbishment of Mitchell’s headstone which is still in the Witta Cemetery. The ceremony was attended by Councillors, Tim Dwyer, Deputy Mayor and local Councillor, Jenny Mckay.
You can also arrange to sample a traditional morning or afternoon tea.
The ceremony heard from Ms. Beverley Hand and Alex Bond, members of the Gubbi-Gubbi tribe.
Contact details are:
Witta Cemetery is nestled in a quiet country location. What a place for a nal resting place, under the gum trees and overlooking the Witta Sports Ground where young people meet regularly to ght that most important battle of all - a sporting contest.
Address: 7 Bryce Lane, Maleny. PO Box 5, Maleny Qld 4552
Much work has been completed over the past few years to make this nal resting place even better.
Phone : (07) 5499 9030 email: infomhs@iinet.net.au
Much of this work has been done by locals Colin Carbery and Frank Rough with support from the Sunshine Coast Regional Council. Both these people come from local pioneer families.
The Historical Village is used by other groups including the
The “Mitchell Project was co-ordinated by the Maleny Historical Society Committee.
Club, Ukulele Club and for family functions.
Mens Shed, Horseless Carriage
Maleny Visitor Information Centre The Maleny Visitor Information Centre is situated at 2/23 Maple Street, Maleny. It is open 7 days a week between 9.30am-4.00pm. Closed only on Good Friday and Christmas Day.
If you have lost something on your visit to Maleny check with the centre as often items are handed in there.
Phone: 07 5499 9033
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Maleny Community Groups & When they meet!
Community Groups that form the back bone of the Maleny Community
Maleny Rotary Club Meeting. Times 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. 6-30pm for 7pm Maleny Hotel, Bunya St. Maleny Email: secretary.maleny@rotary9600.org president.maleny@rotary9600.org
Maleny Probus Club Meeting. Times
Maleny Uniting Church, Landsborough Road, Maleny
Meet 10 am on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Feb to November
1300 856 859
Apex Club of Maleny Meeting. Times MALENY HOTEL/MALENY BOWL'S CLUB 1ST & 3RD MONDAYS, 7.00PM. Email maleny@apex.org.au. Postal PO BOX 39. MALENY, QLD 4552 0487770653
Maleny Senior Citizens Meetings at
The Verandah Room 23 Maple Street, Maleny 8:00 am - 11:30 am. 4th Monday of Month. Activities include card games, meetings and regular bus trips Email: margarry1@bigpond.com
0409 266 507
Queensland Country Womens Association - Maleny Branch Meetings at
The Verandah Room 23 Maple Street, Maleny 8:00 am - 11:30 am. 4th Monday of Month.
Email: qcwa.maleny@gmail.com
The Zonta Club of Blackall Range Meetings at
Various between Montville and Maleny. Dinner meeting 3rd Tuesday of month 6pm.
Email: membership@zontablackrange.org.au president@zontablackallrange.org.au
The LIONS CLUB OF MALENYBLACKALL RANGE Inc. Meetings at
Maleny Uniting Church Hall On the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm Monthly Dinner Meeting held at The Orangery,10 Mountain View Rd, at 6.30pm on 4th Tuesday of month
Email: maleny-blackall-range@lionsq3.org.au
Maleny Commerce Meetings at
Monthly breakfast networking meetings. 2nd Tuesday of the month. Venues to be advised.
Email: info@malenycommerce.org.au
Being a part of a community can make us feel as though we are a part of something greater than ourselves.
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Maleny Hardware & Rural Supplies Hardware - Farm Supplies - Pet Products - Garden - Fencing - Campin
Andrea & Mark Porter Maleny Hardware and Rural Supplies is located in the centre of Maleny in the picturesque Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Thy offer good old fashioned service to your car for those heavy items. There is also ample parking at the front and pick up at the rear of the store. We are independently owned and supply the local community with rural and hardware supplies at competitive prices.
Did you know we can deliver items in surrounding suburbs for a small fee. Come and browse through our extensive range of products and say hi to the new owners Andrea & Mark Porter.
The signs of spring are beginning to happen around us as the days lengthen and the earth begins to warm…
Now is an ideal time to check out our new “Garden Section”
Competition time!!
This is another reason for shopping local!
Buy any Blundstone boots in our store to go into the draw to win a Bosch drill set worth $400, plus your chance to win $150,000.
We love where we work...we get all sorts of customers. How many workplaces do you get to see a beauty like this girl?
Competition closes 21 February. Now is a great time to give those veggie gardens a bit of extra care and attention We have in stock Searles & Ki-Carma premium potting mixes, mushroom compost, cow manure, native plants, bromeliad & cymbidium mixes, orchid mix, Peat 80, 5 in 1, seedling raising mix, Active Grow, Coco Plus.
Thanks for the pats. Try patting this girl online or at Bunnings.
Is there anything more you need then we most likely have that as well.
To check out the extensive range of products stocked visit the web site: https://malenyhardwareandruralsupplies.godaddysites.com/products
Phone. 07 5494 2302
https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/ For a detailed list of products and services provided go to https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/products
31 Coral Street, Maleny Queensland 4552, Australi Like us on Facebook for up-to-date special offers and upcoming events. https://www.facebook.com/Maleny-Hardware-Rural-Supplies-102339257834353/
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The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News T he 4th Ann ua l F is h e r All things scaly Co m mu nity Aw a r d s He l p in g Ma ke Fish er the Pl ace reptile walk to
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We all know those local people who are giving something back – the leaders in our community who inspire us and who set the example for all of us to follow. We have them in our schools, in our businesses and community groups, in our health care providers and our aged care residences. Three years ago Federal Member for Fisher, Mr Andrew Wallace, M.P. set up the Fisher Community Awards and they have been a fantastic success ever since. This year in these fourth annual awards. Mr Wallace said, “I am more determined than ever to recognise the fantastic individuals and organisations in Fisher who have made a difference to our community during COVID-19. At a time when their contribution is even more important than ever I want to celebrate the people who have changed lives during a global pandemic among our students, our businesses and community groups, our health care providers and our aged care residences.” The Fisher Community Awards will be a special bumper double edition and we will be distributing awards for 2020 as well as 2021. Nominations are open until Friday 26 February 2021 in each of the following categories for individuals, organisations and businesses who have made a signi cant contribution to our community this year:
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Fisher Educator of the Year
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Fisher Student of the Year
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Fisher Education Provider of the Year
Mary Cairncross is home to many reptile species including the elusive Southern angle-headed dragon. and on February 6th between 9am and 10.30a. you can join Mike Donovan for a relaxed walk through the reserve to: •
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learn more about their intriguing behavior and important role in the forest.
Mike is passionate about all natural wonders but especially reptiles and frogs and many native species. Mike Donovan is the author of Snakes of the Sunshine Coast. Duiring this walk you will discover tips on how to spot our scaly residents and learn more about their intriguing behavior and important role in the forest. Tickets can be booked online at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ all-things-scaly-reptile-walktickets-133296602727
Employment •
Fisher Business of the Year
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Fisher Employee of the Year
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Fisher Innovator of the Year
Seniors •
Fisher Senior of the Year
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Fisher Senior Group of the Year
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The Andrew Wallace Community Group of the Year TO NOMINATE SOMEONE FOR THE 2021 AWARDS go to the web site: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9CB5B5L
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Sustainable Living & Gardens With Grahame Staines
Sustainable Living & Aquaponics “After installing our Aquaponic system my view changed about what is possible to grow in our backyard. The ability to harvest organic vegetables from our raised garden beds and eat an organic sh once or twice a week from the same system was not only possible, it is cost effective and it takes very little of our time to maintain”.
balls and the grow beds are off the ground.
The system we have comprises of eight, one metre by one metre growing beds, four sh tanks where we can keep 80 full size sh and nurture 80 ngerlings.
Ground beds require weeding, digging, watering, chemicals and generally a lot of effort to produce
When you take into consideration the cost of fresh sh and organic vegetables and offset those by the running costs of an Aquaponics system, not to mention the health bene ts, this set up is an affordable system that could be in half of the populations backyards.
a crop, when Aquaponic systems eliminate ninety per cent of that work and produces healthy vegetables full of nutrients. We have people suggesting things like we should use bamboo toothbrushes to save the world and they are entitled to their opinion, but if we stop and think about the effect that growing our own food would have on the environment and our health we would all suggest this would be a better option. If you do make the decision to set up a system ask someone locally who has a system to mentor you. This will avoid a lot of mistakes and it will also provide you with a source of reliable local information that you won’t nd on the web.
Simply explained, an Aquaponic system recycles water between sh and vegetables giving both exactly what they need to grow healthy without the use of chemicals or fertilisers. Fish can be grown to plate size in twelve to fourteen months and vegetable from the system can be harvested daily.
To learn more about our aquaponics system. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/589804454430776
All produce grown in the system is grown in either blue stone or clay
For those interested in growing their own fresh produce why not join this site to follow people from all around the world who also wish to grow they own produce.
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First Students Maleny High School in 1954! For those with a bit of amnesia! Front row (L-R) Mona Meikle, Valerie Cole, Enid Smith, Miss Brown, Mr Hughes, Miss MacRobert, Margaret Waugh, Rita Davis, Ann Thomas. Middle row (L-R) Mr Bock, June Flesser, Fay Klibbie, Elaine Niel, Dell Burgum, Eileen Cassels, Denise Irvine, Gloria Willocks, Beryl Louis, Noela Tesch, Mr Whatmough, Back row (L-R) Barry Cor eld, Jim Mercer, Errol Deans, Ivan Brown, Tom Langton, Pat Kellerher, Gordon McKinnon, Michael Pennel. Notice the uniforms and the ties - even the teachers. A totally different period of time - still within our living memory!
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