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COMMUNITY ________________________ CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

KENILWORTH CHEESE, WINE & FOOD FEST

ll folks everywhere must be giving thanks for the rain after such a dry summer! But not so for Cyclone Debbie and the devastation that occurred. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in the affected areas.

The Maleny Anglican Parish welcomes Rev’d Jeanette Jamieson who will be commissioned as parish priest at St George’s, Maleny on 5 May at 7pm with Bishop Jeremy Greaves celebrating. A farewell to Fr Harry Reuss and Mrs Gillian Reuss will be held at St Luke’s Kenilworth on Saturday 22 April at 4pm. Community members are most welcome.

Services for Holy Week and Easter in Kenilworth are:St Luke’s Anglican: Palm Sunday 9 April, 9:00am; Good Friday 14 April, 11:00am The Way of the Cross; Easter Day 16 April, 11:00am Eucharist.

St John Bosco Catholic: Maundy Thursday 13 April, 6:00pm Ecumenical Service with The Washing of the Feet and shared supper afterwards; Easter Day 16 April, 11:00 am Mass.

Christian Meditation (9:30am) and Lenten Studies(10:30am) continue every Thursday at St John Bocso in Kenilworth.

On Sunday 26 March, Mothering Sunday was celebrated in Anglican churches. This day has its origins in the 16th Century in England when Lenten rules were relaxed so people could return to their “mother” church for a service. By the 17th Century the day was a public holiday when servants living away from home could be re-united with their families, often taking with them a special cake called Simnel cake.

The tradition is now carried on with the distribution of slices of Simnel cake to those at church on Mothering Sunday, a time when we think of families.

EASTER SATURDAY 15 APRIL 2017 he Kenilworth Food Fest is ready to take over the township park and Cheese Factory site from 7am with over 40 stalls including five boutique wineries, featuring a range of wines from traditional to organic and of course the very popular cheese tasting to compliment the wine tasting.

Stalls will feature an eclectic mix of fine foods as well as food demonstrations with Primal Influence and chef Peter Wolfe. Those friendly camels will be there for rides along with Old Macdonalds Farm animals; for little people there’s the Great Cheester Egg Hunt (10:00am) in the enclosed playground and Cheese Rolling all day competitions as well. The full list of stalls and programme entertainment is on our website www.kenilworthfoodfest.org.au A relatively new feature is the Easter Hat Parade, for all ages, around 11:00am near the Cheese Rolling competition area. Please gather there! The Hat Parade will have four sections with 1st prize and runner up in each section. Entry is free, so bring along your fabulous hand decorated hat!

Thanking all our volunteers in advance and if you would be able to help too, especially early around 6:30am with the bale seating and pop-up gazebos, this would be greatly appreciated! You will be giving great service to your community and helping us share the best local producers with thousands of visitors. Please contact Graeme 5472 3156, helpers get a free lunch, drinks, coffee and ice cream.

Easter Saturday will be a great day in Kenilworth for the whole family to enjoy. See you there.

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GARDENERS GET GROWING AGAIN

fter the long-awaited rain, Kenilworth gardeners are looking at their gardens with renewed interest and enthusiasm. The Kenilworth Garden Club (part of Kenilworth Arts) will start activities this year with a visit to a delightful town garden on Friday 28 April. At this garden, you’ll hear about soil improvement, plant propagation and garden design. The visit starts at 9am and will include plant swaps and morning tea. The address is available through the contacts below. All gardeners are welcome.

Other activities planned by the garden club this year include a ‘Gardens for Wildlife’ workshop and a visit to a colourful country spring garden. We’re also planning some excursions to gardens further afield in our region.

The garden club organised the very successful Arty Farty Garden Party last year with four open country gardens and a self-guided tour of town gardens. We plan to run this event again on Sunday 1 October as part of ArtsFest Kenilworth and any suggestions, ideas or contributions to this event will be most welcome.

If you’re interested in joining the garden club, or for more information about our activities, please contact maryjaneweld@gmail.com or call Mary-Jane 0402 008 330.

Happy gardening!

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KENILWORTH HISTORY ______ HONOUR BOARDS

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he Kenilworth township new War Memorial is a magnificent tribute to the men and women of this district who have served in the defence forces. It must be remembered that the district was at the forefront of honouring their sons as can be seen from the newspaper reports:The first of the district Honour Boards to be unveiled, Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser, 5.10.1917, page 2, read:“On the afternoon of 4th instant, our member Mr H.F. Walker, in the presence of a large number of people unveiled the Obi Obi Honour Board.

In the course of his remarks he dwelt upon the splendid efforts of country districts enrolling men for overseas service, and urged on all present to do everything in their power for those who had gone, and not to forget the soldiers on their return to Australia. The Honour Board contains twelve names and portraits of men enlisted from here, two of whom are unfortunately never to return.”

Historic Note:- There were four young men from Obi Obi who did not return. The Carnell brothers William and Pritchard were killed in action in late 1917. Their photographs have been included in the duplicate Honour Board now hanging in Obi Obi Hall.

The following is a report from The Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser published 1 March, 1918 edition, page 5:“The ceremony of unveiling the new Honour Board which the residents of the district have placed in the local (Kenilworth Farmers’ Assembly now Gheerulla Hall) took place on Saturday afternoon last, Mr H.F. Walker officiating.

Mr H. Pickering presided and in a few words introduced the speakers, the first of whom Sgt Glasgow, as an old campaigner, addressed the meeting at some length. Mr Walker, amidst applause then rose and made a very affecting speech, after which he pulled the cord which removed the large Union Jack, whilst the audience rose and sang the National Anthem, Miss Hassall presiding at the piano.

After the ceremony Mr Walker on behalf of the residents spoke a few words of welcome to Pte W. Sharry, who had just been returned invalided from the front, and Pte Sharry responded somewhat feelingly.”

The Honour Board (left) is of hammered copper of a very ornamental design, the names of the volunteers being placed each on a metal place attached thereto whilst underneath is a metal dedication as follows: “Erected by the Residents of Kenilworth District”.

The whole has a silky oak background.

Historic Note:- The Kenilworth community also planted pine trees at the entrance to the local cemetery in honour of World War I veterans. These have since been removed and replaced by an avenue of bottle trees.

We will remember them.

SIMON MACIVER AND WILLIAM (BILL) URQUHART

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imon MacIver and William (Bill) Urquhart were cousins who grew up together on neighbouring crofts in Naast, Ross Shire, in the Highlands of NW Scotland. They spoke Gaelic at home and only spoke English once they started school. In the 1920s, following World War 1, they decided to venture to Australia and sailed for Melbourne. They spent a few years there and then moved to Kenilworth in the 1930s working in the sawmill and then growing bananas. Simon had seen active service in World War I in the Royal Navy.

Bill enlisted in the Australian Army in WWII from Kenilworth and his name is on a plaque on the Kenilworth War Memorial.

Simon and Bill moved to Brisbane around 1950 and remained close for the rest of their lives. While Bill never married, Simon married Marie Passlow from Booloumba.

William Urquhart Born: Naast, Ross Shire Scotland 12.09.1902 Died: Brisbane, Australia 27.02.1987 and buried at Pinnaroo Lawn Cemetery Brisbane Military Service during World War II with the Australian Army including active service in the Middle East Private Qx 8971 • Enlisted at Kelvin Grove on 11.06.1940 Demobilised at Redbank on 05.11.1945 Medals: Defence Medal, War and Australia Service Medals Pictured Bill Urquhart in the Middle East in World War II ▲ Simon MacIver Born: Gairloch, Ross Shire Scotland 01.03.1898 Died: Brisbane, Australia 05.08.1967 and buried at Pinnaroo Lawn Cemetery Brisbane Naval Service during World War I with the Royal Navy including active service on minesweepers in the North Sea DA 15146 • Enlisted on 22.03.1917 Demobilised at Milford Haven, Wales on 17.03.1919 Medals: British War Medal and Victory Medal Simon MacIver in his naval uniform in World War I ▲ Wedding Photograph ► (Brisbane 5 January, 1951) Kath Passlow, Simon MacIver, Marie Passlow, Bill Urquhart See related article page 8 – WWI and WWII medals.

Lenore Meldrum, President, Kenilworth and District Historical Association Inc.

KENILWORTH RAINFALL ‒ MARCH 2017 by Michael Pheiffer Kenilworth had 391.8 mm of rain during March which fell over 23 days.

Due to ex tropical cyclone Debbie, 173 mm of rain fell in the last two days of the month.

MOY POCKET RAINFALL ‒ MARCH 2017 by Graham Brennan This March 341mm of rain. Wettest of any month since February 2015 (381mm). Moy Pocket had 20 days of rain.

16 year average 16 days. Last March was 129mm. 16 year average 157mm.

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“THIS AND THAT”

ello, KAC, what are you up to? Well, a bit of this and a bit of that!

The committee has started planning for the big annual event, Kenilworth ArtsFest in September/October but also for smaller happenings during the year to involve our membership and the community.

Stewart Dore, President, commented, “I am excited about the work our new committee is prepared to do, especially in bringing visitors to Kenilworth for the benefit of the whole community. However, we need supporters and volunteers – that backbone of any committee. So if you have a bit of spare time and enjoy a bit of fun, do come and join us.”

The Makers and Growers Markets will be held on Easter Sunday in the Town Park with a variety of goodies available. There will be similar markets in August, October and December.

The current raffle of a painting will be drawn at Easter.

On the drawing board are a members’ morning or afternoon tea and also some social gatherings where folk can work on any art or craft project they have begun. Elaine Bradley from Dagun Markets calls these projects “UFOs” – Un Finished Objects. A great idea for social, creative fun – all welcome!

This year, the Arty Farty Garden Party will be held during the Kenilworth ArtsFest. This drew a lot of interest last year and will be an added attraction for the 2017 festival. The Garden Club is holding a series of garden visits and workshops during the year – the first being Friday 28 April (see page 3).

As you know the French celebrate Bastille Day on 14 July.

KAC and friends are celebrating Bastille Day with a French flavoured dinner on 15 July at Kenilworth Hotel. At this stage, we can’t promise any Can Can dancers! Any offers?

Our secretary, Lisa, is putting out the call to anyone in the community interested in forming a community choir, initially just for the enjoyment of singing. If you are interested, please contact Lisa on 5472 3223 or call in and see Lisa in the KAC office on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30am till 12 noon.

SUNSHINE COAST UKULELE FESTIVAL 2017

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With the name of TROPULELE, all things tropical music will be celebrated with wonderful concerts featuring – Kalei Gamiao (pictured right), Craig Chee and Sarah Maisel from Hawaii (middle image), Peter Moss from the UK, local ukulele band Pineapple Crush (bottom), Tropical Lounge from Melbourne and many more artists from around Australia.

There will be lots of great workshops to suit all standards of ukulele playing and workshops on singing, hula dancing and drumming. There’ll be plenty of merchandise to buy including music books, CD’s and new ukuleles, because we can never have enough ukuleles, our annual songwriting competition with great prizes, our own special UkeWiz and jamming around the campfire with friends.

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Federal Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien said the additional funding would support seniors who are assessed as needing assistance with household chores, preparing meals, personal care and home maintenance.

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Enjoy our free Heart Week Expo Learn how to improve your health and wellbeing this heart week at our free Sunshine Coast Heart Week Expo 9am – 12noon, Saturday, April 29 in Village Park, Sunshine Coast health precinct, Birtinya. Enjoy a cooking demonstration by 4 Ingredients' Kim McCosker, Heart Foundation walking, yoga, heart health talks and more!

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School holiday fun Take a closer look at the fascinating world of fungi, mushrooms and plants this Easter at ‘Art with Fungi & Flora.’

This holiday workshop program offers an inspiring range of local artists and fungi fanatics, who explore the brilliant biodiversity of the Sunshine Coast.

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FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX – M’DORE ELECTORATE OFFICE 07 5479 2800 RATTLING FORWARD t’s great to hear the Mary Valley Rattler is getting back on track and may be operational again by December. The steam train is such a cherished local relic and its 40km route showcases the valley’s beautiful hills and country towns like Dagun, Amamoor, Kandanga and Imbil. The Rattler Railway Company Limited and Gympie Regional Council have been working hard to re-open the popular tourist attraction which stopped services in 2012 and it’s great to hear it’s moving full steam ahead.

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LEST WE FORGET A meaningful day for many Australians is Anzac Day on 25 April. I will be attending the 9am service in Kenilworth and hope to see you there. This year we continue to mark a century of service and sacrifice from World War I, in particular The Third Battle of Ypres, which was the major Flanders offensive of 1917.

Australian Divisions participated in the battles of Menin Road, Polygon Wood, Broodseinde, Poelcapelle and the First Battle of Passchendaele.

We also remember the Charge of the Light Horse at Beersheba a century ago.

This year is also 75 years since some major events in the Second World War – the bombing of Darwin, the fall of Singapore and Malaya and the battles of the Coral Sea, Milne Way, Midway and Kokoda.

We must also acknowledge the 70th anniversary of Australia’s peacekeepers who have served in dangerous conflict zones.

Kenilworth & District Remembers ANZAC Day Tuesday 25 April 2017

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7.30 to 8.30am Breakfast in Kenilworth Town Park 8.45am Marchers form-up opposite cheese factory 9.20 to 10.10am Memorial Service & Wreaths* Please join us afterwards for tea, coffee and ANZAC biscuits. *Individuals and families wishing to lay wreaths as part of the service are most welcome and are requested to contact Jim McKillop, President Kenilworth RSL Sub Branch 5446 0637.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 20 April, Nambour 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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ANZAC stands for Australian & New Zealand Army Corps. ANZAC Day falls on the date of the Gallipoli landing in 1915 and honours all Australians who served and died in all wars, conflicts and UN peacekeeping operations.

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MARY VALLEY ______________________ WW1 AND WW11 MEDALS DONATED TO KENILWORTH MUSEUM

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od MacIver presented his father, Simon’s World War I medals to the Kenilworth Museum along with the World War II medals of his father’s cousin Bill Urquhart, who enlisted from Kenilworth.

“Private W. Urquhart, of the A.I.F. and a number of friends were entertained at the Hotel Kenilworth a dinner given by Mr M.J. Lane and Miss Lane. Alderman Tanner, on behalf of Mr and Miss Lane, presented Private Urquhart with a pen and pencil, and other speakers were Messrs. M.J. Lane, H. Welsh and G. Sutton. Dance music was played by Mrs L. Beattie and Mr T. Milady, and prizes were won by Mr and Mrs P. McCormack.” (Courier Mail 26.11.1940, page 13).

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n Sunday, 5 March 2017 at the Maleny Pony Club Official Dressage Day, Caeli Hinkler riding Arabella represented Kenilworth Pony Club, competing for the first time at official level. While not placing in the top ten, her test results enabled her to achieve two (of the three needed) qualifications to be able to compete at State level.

Alice Gillis, Jodi Gillis and Amaya Smithson competed at the Samford Valley Official Combined Training and Dressage Day on 12 March. Amaya (riding Molly) came 2nd overall in the unofficial Preliminary Dressage. While Alice and Jodi did not place overall in their classes, it still was a good day out proudly representing Kenilworth Pony Club.

If you are interested in what pony club has to offer please contact the club either via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/KenilworthPC/ or email kenilworth@pcaq.asn.au After a long period of dry, many of us welcomed the much needed rain to fill our dams (for our horses), creeks and tanks, despite a few postponed and cancelled events.

We hope that everyone was safe and did not suffer any hardship as a result of the recent storms.

You are all welcome and invited to attend the KENILWORTH & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & CITIZENS INC.

Annual General Meeting

6.30pm Thursday 11 May 2017 ‘Roxy Room’ Kenilworth Museum, Alexandra St, Kenilworth Followed by supper. Nomination, Proxy Forms are available on www.kenilworthchamber.org.au or by email secretary@kenilworthchamber.org.au or ‘phone 5446 0122.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program April-May 2017

Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a community based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna.

Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control declared pests on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility.

The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Bells Creek, Cambroon, Coolabine, Conondale, Crohamhurst, Curramore, Eerwah Vale, Elaman Creek, Gheerulla, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Landsborough, Peachester, Reesville, Valdora, Witta, Yandina Creek areas from April 24-May 26 2017.

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Pictured Amaya Smithson with Molly – they came 2nd overall in the unofficial Preliminary Dressage on 12 March at the Samford Valley Official Combined Training and Dressage Day.

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KENILWORTH FIRST RESPONSE

was recently asked “How does Kenilworth First Response operate?”

We are all advanced first aiders and are trained fortnightly by QAS paramedics to respond to emergency and trauma situations.

We have two cars which are equipped with radios, drugs, oxygen, defibrillator and necessary first aid. On a 000 call out the Queensland Ambulance communication centre will activate us.

Our role is to provide initial treatment to our patients while at the same time we are communicating with QAS paramedics who are also responding to the call.

We are all volunteers and self funded. We are unable to operate our vehicles without the fantastic support that we receive from the community, our special support groups and anonymous donations.

Thank you to the First Responders for their time, dedication and personal commitment in looking after and caring for our community.

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KENILWORTH POLICE REPORT

inally we received the much needed rain.

We’re looking forward to a busy month ahead of us. Coming up we have the Kenilworth Cheese Wine & Food Festival (15 April), Tropulele 2017 (20-23 April) and the annual Kenilworth Hotel Car Show (30 April). Last year was a huge success and I’m sure we will have the same result again.

JULY EVENT ROAD CLOSURE FOR 2000 CYCLISTS On Sunday the 16 July 2017 as part of the Velothon Cycling Event, cyclists will be traversing through the Kenilworth Policing Division.

The cyclists will be travelling along the Obi Obi Road east towards Mapleton and the George Wyer Scenic Drive, Obi Obi east-bound lane will be closed to motorists. The closure will be between the hours of 8:00am and 12 noon on Sunday 16 July 2017 and the event will be capped at 2000 riders with a choice of two distances, 155km and 95km.

ILLEGAL HUNTING IN THE NATIONAL PARK Police have received complaints in relation to illegal hunting in the National Park, as a response the Police Stock Squad will be conducting additional patrols of the area and will be taking action if any offences are detected.

Having a firearms licence comes with a huge responsibility and public safety is paramount.

I would also like to use this opportunity to thank the Kenilworth community for their ongoing support.

A reminder that you can report all non-urgent crimes to Policelink on 131 444 or call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to pass on any information or to remain anonymous.

Ring 000 if your matter is urgent and requires immediate Police assistance.

S/C Pierre SENEKAL

 KENILWORTH HOTEL ‘DON’T MISS THIS LIST!’ APRIL 15 ★★★★★ BLAKE SABAN BLUES ROOTS & ROCK Easter Saturday Night 7:00 PM APRIL 30 ★★★★★ KENILWORTH HOTEL CAR SHOW Sunday 10:00 AM MAY 20 ★★★★★ PARTY OUTBACK 2 Saturday Night 6:00 PM

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IMBIL POLICE BRIEF MARCH 2017

he Imbil Blue Light was held on 17 March 2017 and thanks to all the volunteers who attended to help. There were a number of prizes distributed to the kids who always seem to have a great night.

Some concerns have been raised regarding the school pick up zones at some of the schools in the Mary Valley with young children running near vehicles. If you have a young child who is attending school for the first time this year, please take the time to discuss road safety with your child. Drivers should also be aware of the unpredictability of young children and should always drive with care around schools during pick up and drop off times. Imbil Police will be attending schools in the Mary Valley to discuss road safety with the students.

CRIME STOPPERS FUNDRAISING BOWLS DAY The Crime Stoppers Fundraising Bowls Day is coming up on Sunday 30 April 2017. The cost is $15 which includes two games of bowls, lunch and afternoon tea. Check-in starts at 9:00am and there are a heap of raffles and prize giveaways on the day. Booking is essential so please contact the Imbil Bowls Club on 5484 5102 after 4:00pm.

Imbil Rural Watch meeting was held at the Kandanga Hall on 6 March 2017. The guest speaker for the night was veterinarian Dr Marcus Anstey who provided a very entertaining and informative talk on animal health, and responsible pet ownership. The next meeting was held at 7:30pm at Kandanga Hall on 4 April 2017. We hope to see you there next time – on the first Tuesday of every month.

A Canon camera in a black bag has gone missing from the Imbil Park on Yabba Creek Road Imbil late Monday afternoon 13 March. The owners have photographs on the camera of particular sentimental value and would very much like to get it back.

Any found property should be reported to a Police Station and retaining found property can constitute a stealing offence. If you have any information as the location of this camera please contact the Imbil Police Station or Crime stoppers – 1800 333 000.

A white Esty piano was stolen from a shed at Edwards Road Amamoor on 25 February 2017 around 1:30pm. A white utility was seen on Edwards Road, Amamoor at a similar time and Police would like to speak with the driver who may be able to assist with the investigation. If you know have any information which would assist Police to locate the piano or identify the diver of the white utility please contact the Imbil Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A reminder that there are new hours for the Imbil Police station and we can only conduct Queensland Transport business during these times. The new times are listed below.

Stay safe, Sergeant Brock MURPHY and Senior Constable Bill GREER IMBIL POLICE STATION HOURS Monday – 8-2pm • Tuesday – Closed Wednesday – 10-4pm • Thursday – 8-2pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday – Closed

MALENY WOOD EXPO 2017 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 29-30 APRIL AND 1 MAY

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e still need a few handy volunteers to help out for the Barung BBQ, admission gate, registration tent and Thursday and Friday set up and Tuesday take down.

It is a great family friendly event so why not get involved?

If you would like to volunteer give us a call 5494 3151 or email info@barunglandcare.org.au or register online and we will be in touch. Each day volunteers receive a free burger, a free coffee and a free tree voucher.

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TOURISM AMBASSADORS CHECK US OUT

here was a sea of blue in the Mary Valley in April as 40 Ambassadors from Sunshine Coast Visitor Information Centres came to familiarise themselves with the region.

Julie Worth, president of Mary Valley Country, said “It was an amazing day – Sunshine Coast volunteers came as visitors and left as friends. They seemed amazed at the variety of accommodation product that Mary Valley has to offer. This ‘must do’ day has been a long time coming and the next step is to request that our Information Centre volunteers visit the Sunshine Coast to familiarise themselves with where Australia really does shine!”

Julie welcomed the Ambassadors at Honeybee Farm, Kandanga. A tour of the property followed and included viewing the new function and wedding facility – ‘Honeybee Gardens’. The Ambassadors travelling on two buses, courtesy of Karrabee Bus + Coach, were given a profile of the region by their tour guides. First stop, the Imbil Country Cabins followed by Mary Valley Views and Elsie of Imbil. They enjoyed a BBQ lunch which included fresh local produce salads at the Yabba Parklands in Imbil. During lunch, Ian Harling spoke about Ride on Mary kayak and bike hire.

After lunch the Ambassadors were taken to Borumba Dam. Andrew Saunders, Manager of Destination Gympie Region, became tour guide for this sector of the trip. The romantic couples haven, Melawondi Spring Retreat was next, before continuing through Kandanga, an opportunity to learn about Kandanga Kitchen Farm Shop and Café opening in the coming months as well see the progress on the iconic Kandanga Hotel. At the final stop the visitors saw the event possibilities from development at Amamoor Lodge B&B. The journey finished with a drive through Amamoor and Dagun to see the stations where the Mary Valley Rattler will be bringing passengers on its return in December this year.

The volunteers, based at the various Information Centres across the Sunshine Coast, were impressed with the quality of the accommodation and beauty of the Mary Valley. Bev Dooley from Visit Sunshine Coast said “The Ambassadors felt it was the best visit they have done – organised, smooth and very welcoming. We learnt so many things about the area, including just how close you are and how beautiful it is in your backyard.”

Christine and Malcolm, Amamoor Lodge

NEXT MARY VALLEY COUNTRY AND VISIT SUNSHINE COAST TOURISM WORKSHOP

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ession 3 – Working with Social Media. ‘The importance of a strategy for your business’.

Venue: Roxy Room, Kenilworth Museum, 7/9 Alexandra St, Kenilworth Q 4574.

Date: Tuesday 2 May 2017 from 10:00am to 2.00pm Lunch included • Limited numbers • Bookings essential.

RSVP ASAP your spot email stay@amamoorlodge.com.au or call / text Julie on 0438 843 195.

The workshop is open to all Mary Valley tourism and related businesses. See you there!

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MINOR COMMUNITY GRANTS NOW OPEN A LITTLE BIT GOES A LONG WAY –

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oes your not-for-profit community group need help funding a project, event or activity? Perhaps you’re running a creative or community workshop, need to update your equipment or attend a seminar.

Apply now for grants of up to $2000 through Sunshine Coast Council’s Minor Community Grants Programme.

One recent beneficiary was Generation Innovation whose community development grant was put towards a project titled “GI In-a-Box” to help some of the Coast’s creative younger residents.

“Generation Innovation was founded in 2014 on the Sunshine Coast with a vision to unleash the innovation of young people,” treasurer Ross Hepworth said.

“The programme involves empowering young people to think creatively and positively and to pursue their business ideas by connecting to the real economy.

“Running in 2015 and 2016, GI proved its value to young participants and to older community and business leaders who contributed to its activities through the GI Challenge and the Future Visioning exercise.

“Following on from this success, there was a need to codify the methods, tools and processes of GI to help scale activities into the future.

“Council’s community development grant enabled us to undertake the project ‘GI In-a-Box’ which codified some of the methods, tools and processes that we use in the GI Challenge.

“GI In-a-Box will enable us to extend our reach into the community, empowering more young people and helping them to unleash their innovative genius.”

See http://www.generationinnovation.com.au/sweet-spot Community Programmes Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay (top) said community groups could apply for a grant to assist with projects that benefit Sunshine Coast communities.

“The fantastic work that Generation Innovation is doing for our young people is an outstanding example,” Cr McKay said. “The grants are a great way for all sorts of community groups to obtain funding to help with their smaller, but important projects. If you’re considering a grant for your community group, please don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and give our grant’s officers a call.”

Community groups can apply for funding for one-off projects through one of seven categories: • Community Development • Community Facilities • Cultural Development • Cultural Heritage • Economic Development • Community Events • Sport, Recreation and Healthy Living Applications for minor grants will close at midnight on Monday, 8 May, 2017.

The final round of 50th Anniversary Fund grants is also open to not-for-profit groups and organisations for projects, events and activities that support the fund and its legacy.

Applications for Round 2 of Category A grants (up to $2000) in the 50th Anniversary Fund close on Friday, 19 May. Contact 5420 8616 or E grants@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants for eligibility criteria and application forms.

If you need extra help, grants officers can arrange to meet with you in your local community.

Need more funding? Visit Sunshine Coast Council’s External Funding Database for funding opportunities, other than those provided by council, that could further support your project.

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COMMUNITY ________________________ BUSHLINKS ROVING RESTORERS CARTERS RIDGE THURSDAY 20 APRIL, 9 TO 12 NOON

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oin us for a morning of hand-weeding Lantana and Cats Claw Creeper at this property in the Happy Jack Creek catchment. The landholder is committed to eradicating the smothering Cats Claw Creeper and you will see how the Tingid Bug and Jewel Beetle are helping with this control.

Morning tea provided.

Car pool at the back of the IGA carpark in Maleny – please arrive by 8am or travel independently (call 5429 6622 for directions) for a 9am start.

All tools will be provided. Bring gloves, water, boots, sunscreen and insect repellent. Long-sleeved shirt, trousers and hat are essential.

Please register at Barung Landcare 5494 3151 or register online http://barunglandcare.org.au/event-2516464 For contact on the day call Susie 0448 447322.

MARY VALLEY LIFESTYLE EXPO ROUNDUP

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KANDANGA HALL 2 APRIL, 2017 THOSE WHO WERE THERE • Business Networking and Bootcamp with Carolyn • Jaye, White Tiger Martial Arts Academy • Hoofbeat ‘I Give A Buck Foundation’ and charity • Destiny Rescue charity – jewellery by rescued women • Liana, Emotional Mastery-4-Women • Sue, NuSkin-NuHealth • Kerry, Curves Gympie • Allee, Reptiles 2 U • Shane, Better Health Products • Shellie, Herbalife + Gympie Fit Club • Vanessa, Coin Accounting Kandanga • Kandanga School P&C • Dannyelle, DoTERRA Essential Oils and Natural Therapies • Michelle, Tupperware consultant • Simone, Magic Meals – GF, sugar free, spices, fudges • Julie Johnson, Barrier Reef Pools The weather was beautiful and the energy in the old hall was electric. There was definitely no indication of the area being whipped by Debbie only days before. Unfortunately, due to the power outages on the Sunshine Coast, Noosa and Cooroy areas (not to mention some of the Mary Valley), we weren’t as busy as we had expected, however residents and visitors to the Valley made a success of the day and they had way more fun!

Mission accomplished! A huge thank you to the Mary Valley community and all the stallholders who attended on the day. Much joy was had, a few lucky prizes were won and a lot of smiles left the Kandanga Hall after the expo.

We plan to do another in the second half of the year, so for anyone interested or for any contact numbers re those businesses listed above, just email me or call 0428 665 786.

Carolyn Shearn, Expo convenor www.EndorFinPhotography.com

have lived in the Mary Valley in various locations for nearly 16 years and was the official photographer at the Kandanga School Centenary in 2015.

From farm to house block; from the good old days (when you were able to leave houses unlocked); through the Traveston Dam trauma and now rekindling the community life.

On speaking with Kathy Worth from the Kandanga Hall committee, we decided it was time for a big Mary Valley community event, for residents to get out and mingle, support the other small towns of the Valley by supporting local businesses and have some fun!

As many as possible were given a chance to participate in one way or another, generating interest in the Mary Valley from outside, but also getting more eyes on our local (yet often unknown) businesses. So the Mary Valley Lifestyle Expo was born.

WHO WAS INVITED? • Posters and 300+ flyers all up and down the Mary Valley, Gympie as well as to Cooran and Pomona.

• Social media – community pages, networks and friends from Sunshine Coast to Noosa to Gympie and beyond, • Word of mouth – Sunshine Coast, Gympie and Noosa.

• Ads in the school newsletters, Kandanga and Amamoor.

52 requests came back for stallholder applications to be sent out. (Some of which were actually other halls and markets curious about what was going on.)

All up on the day there were 17 indoor stalls, however, three additional outdoor stalls had to be cancelled the week before for safety reasons, due to the aftermath of excyclone Debbie.

Of those stalls, three were fundraising groups and charities from the Mary Valley and Gympie regions.

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