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COMMUNITY ________________________ THE FIRST AND THE LAST A Kev Franzi production. The story of two films, separated by 104 years, about the Moreton Sugar Mill and local sugar industry.

50th Anniversary Naming of the Sunshine Coast

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TURN BACK THE CLOCK TO THE 60S

o you remember the rock ‘n roll dances of the 60s?

Your chance to relive those days – of miniskirts, false eyelashes, bell-bottoms, flares, Mary Quant psychedelic dresses and Beatles music.

The Gheerulla Hall, one of the iconic old halls in the Sunshine Coast, (once named the Farmer’s Assembly Hall), will be the venue for a 60’s style dance as part of the Sunshine Coast Festival of Community Halls, one of the events to celebrate the anniversary of the Naming of the Sunshine Coast.

The dance will be held on Saturday 19 August, from 7.00pm at the Gheerulla Hall. (See advert page 2) Music will be provided by the award winning five piece band, The Strangest Dreamers who have a huge repertoire of songs encompassing a broad range of musical genres, inspired by the music of early jazz years, swing, blues, roots and gospel, country and classical music.

The band has promised to entertain everyone with dance music from the 1960s. They say it will be “Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue...”

The band has played at Woodford Folk Festival, Noosa Jazz Festival, Brisbane’s Southbank and many other venues.

If you don’t want to dance, just come along and enjoy the music. This is a night to have fun, relax, and enjoy yourself.

Dressing 60s style is optional. Refreshments will be available.

Tickets can be purchased via www.trybooking.com/QZSC or contact gheerullahall1@gmail.com This event is proudly supported by the Sunshine Coast Council 50th Anniversary Fund.

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GRANT LAUNCHES NEW FILM PROJECT

he Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and Citizens in association with Kev Franzi’s CinemaWorks have received a Sunshine Coast Council’s 50th Anniversary Grant to produce a video film programme titled The First and The Last. Further support from local Member Peter Wellington MLA will enable free screenings of the production to be presented at CinemaWorks Electric Theatre on 19 August, 26 August and 2 September at 2pm on each day.

The First and the Last is the story of two films separated by 104 years in their production. ‘The First’ was made in 1899 by Fred Wills – a man of vision. It was an amazing achievement for that time being one of Queensland’s first films and the world’s first government promotional film. Made to attract British farmers to Queensland, it shows the potential for farming in this State and includes new industries like sugar farming on the North Coast at Bli Bli and the new Moreton Sugar Mill at Nambour – then less than two years old. The Wills film is not only a significant historical document, it is also a very significant piece of our cinema history.

‘The Last’ is the last crush, a film that also tells the story of our sugar industry and the Moreton Mill, but sadly it tells of the demise of sugar mill and local industry that supported it.

It’s another outstanding production sponsored by the Sunshine Coast Council and made in 2004 by local filmmakers who will be celebrated at the screenings.

Kev Franzi will introduce the films and demonstrate the equipment used to make them – a free show not to be missed. Bookings are essential – 5446 0341.

Pictured above The First film and the start of our journey is Queen Street, Brisbane 1899.

(See advert top left page 2 for details)

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FESTIVAL OF COMMUNITY HALLS – AUG / SEPT

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series of events during the Festival of Community Halls is set to remind residents of the role the venues have played, as part of the 50th Anniversary of the Naming of the Sunshine Coast celebrations. Don’t miss these dates below.

Saturday 12 August – Kenilworth Community Hall Kenilworth Show and Rodeo Princess Hall – 7pm $25 / $15 Saturday 19 August – Imbil Public Hall Mary Valley Show Rodeo and Woodchop – 8am $12 / $6 Saturday 19 August – Gheerulla Community Hall Dancin’ the Night Away with The Strangest Dreamers (see advert and editorial opposite) – 7pm / $20 Sunday 10 September – Ridgewood Community Hall Music at the Hall – 3 to 5pm $2

Sunday 10 September – Obi Obi Motorcycle Show Hall gates open 9am, entries close 11am. Show and shine.

Live music with Spirit Coasters, market stalls, kids activities, food and drink plus on site bar. Adults $5, kids free.

Mayor Mark Jamieson said “...the festival would highlight the important role halls have in the community. We will be celebrating the contribution that the halls and local communities have made in the development of the Sunshine Coast and the important role they continue to have in creating the social fabric of our region.”

“The Festival of Community Halls is the culmination of the work by the committees of more than 20 halls to put together a fun packed program of events for all to enjoy.

“With a diverse range of activities – from photographic displays, movies, fairs, retro dances and live music – there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”

Gheerulla Hall president and festival organiser Mary Ann Law said it was not commonly known that local community halls were still owned and operated by their communities.

“The 28 community halls across the Coast were built by local families on donated land, with volunteer labour and donated material to be used by the community,” Mrs Law said.

“Fifty years ago these old halls would have been the centre for the farming communities and small townships.

“It was the place for dances, parties, weddings and whatever was needed to bring the community together.”

More details visit http://sunshinecoastcommunityhalls.com/

LI N E DA N C I N G F RI DA Y S Line dancing boosts memory, improves flexibility, reduces stress, good for your heart, lose weight, better balance, make new friends. Gheerulla Hall cnr. of Moy Pocket and Eumundi- Kenilworth Rds. 10.30am every Friday.

Come and have fun, learn new steps to great music.

H A T H A Y O G A C LA S S E S Hatha Yoga classes now in Kenilworth. Tues 9.3010.30am, Thurs 5.30-6.30pm. Floor based class for all levels including beginners and elderly. $10.

St Lukes Hall. Enquiries Claire on 0432 703 941.

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The Kenilworth Community Swimming Pool has an opening for a Swimming Coach position for the oncoming season of 2017. The coaching will consist of teaching children swimming lessons and to also combine swimming aerobics if needed.

All enquiries call the Sec., Veronika Spicer 5446 0472 9 August 2017 |3

DB, A KENILWORTH TREASURE _____ VALE DAVID BLAIR MELDRUM 12.10.1940 – 25.7.2017 lair was my life partner for more than half a century, father of our four children and grandfather of four as well as friend, workmate, mentor and committee member with many more.

My husband had the happy knack of picking up nicknames – throughout his life – and those names usually came with a story.

As a wee tot his mother called him Tom. With such a good Scottish name as Blair – why Tom? As it happens little Blair apparently replied to every instruction with a “why?” As those of you who know your bible Jesus had a disciple named Thomas who due to his refusal to believe the resurrected Jesus had appeared to the ten other apostles, until he could see and feel the wounds received by Jesus on the cross was known as “doubting Thomas”.

When the older Blair was boarding at Church of England Grammar school one of the masters gave him the title Rattles – because empty vessels make the most noise.

Upon commencing employment the teenage Blair joined Miami Surf Life Saving Club and attended to club duties every weekend during summer on the Gold Coast. One of his more senior officers in Brisbane Office of the National Bank would greet him every Monday with good morning “Shark Bait” – I see the big fellas didn’t get you.

On Thursday Island – when playing basketball – the local people called him Tucca Boy number 8 (his singlet number) I rather gather it was not a term of endearment.

Throughout his banking career he really enjoyed the practical jokes perpetrated and took them in good grace when put on him. One group of young staff even put together a wanted poster about him. He sometimes got the “Old Grey” “Snow” “Big Fella” (said with feeling by one of the cleaning ladies in National Bank House), boss and the family favourite DB. I don’t think the family realised how much DB had become part of their vocabulary until nursing staff and Drs picked up on it during his recent stays in hospital.

Blair was essentially a very shy person who hated fuss. He would be most embarrassed by the numbers who have turned up to celebrate his life.

His schooling was unremarkable – he loved telling people he had to sit for Junior twice to gain a pass. On joining the National Bank – as a junior in Brisbane Office he was put to work assisting on the cash van which delivered coin throughout the CBD to other branches. His notoriety on this task was that he dropped a brown paper bag of pennies on the footpath which subsequently split open and the coin rolled in all directions including down the grate in the gutter. Losing any of the banks money in those days was frowned upon.

On his first country transfer to Blackbutt he began the first of his volunteer community roles becoming secretary of the local tennis club. This volunteering continued all his life becoming either Secretary or Treasurer and sometimes

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President of committees ranging from kindergarten, parish councils, first responders, show societies, basketball clubs, village units, hall committees, historical associations, narrating service and a community newspaper.

So much of his legacy lives on in our community and when the Queensland Ambulance Centre opens in our town later this year I am sure he will be looking down with joy, having negotiated much of the background work that led to the purchase of the Village Units land by QAS. I received this condolence message from Jo of the Queensland Narrating Service:“It is with immense sadness that we learn of the news of Blair’s passing but take solace in knowing he is now at peaceful rest after his brave battle.

Blair commenced with QNS as a volunteer narrator in February 1998 and was awarded Life Membership in 2008.

During Blair’s near 20 years involvement with QNS he transcribed a variety of texts from newsletters and minutes of meetings for various community organisations; to government materials for various departments; to academic texts for university students; to novels both adult and children’s for individuals and school children. In his later involvement with QNS he was a valued monitor, monitoring countless hours of other volunteer narrators works and providing in-depth feedback on their work.

Blair was much more than just a volunteer in the QNS family he was our dear friend. We will miss his involvement and the beautiful thought provoking quotes he shared at the end of his emails, the photos of frosty mornings, cows etc on the property.”

For me – I will miss his wise counsel – his ability to proof read – and annoyingly pick up my punctuation mistakes. I know that every time I look out the front windows and see that dead straight line of his fruit trees I will remember him.

I believe that the words written by my cousin Frank best sums up just who Blair was:“Since we received your email this morning I have spent most of the day thinking about Blair.

Of the many relations, friends, work mates etc in my life, Blair would be the one that I have spent least time with, yet, I believe that of all the previously mentioned people I would put Blair up at the top of those I would like to have spent more time with. Why? I can’t put a one word answer to that. It was many things, his open and warm welcome, his interest in what we had been doing, his general manner.

I just always felt a great liking towards him. As Terry said on the phone tonight, “Blair was always a great bloke who was always a pleasure to meet up with.”

You know when we all met at the Park last year, it was Blair I looked for as we drove in and it was Blair who came over and sat and yarned with us as if we hadn’t been out of his presence for more than a day and we all felt the same, here Blair was, part of our family.”

You never said I’m leaving, You never said goodbye.

You were gone before I knew it, and only God knew why.

Lenore Meldrum, ‘Maryland’, Gheerulla

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COMMUNITY ________________________ FROM THE KENILWORTH VILLAGE UNITS

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n behalf of the KVU Management Committee and the residents of the Village Units, we express our deep sorrow at the death of our late Treasurer and friend, Blair Meldrum on 25 July. We extend to Lenore and all the family our heartfelt condolences.

As Treasurer, Blair worked tirelessly, especially through the very trying months and months of negotiations with the Commonwealth and State bodies on the registration of community housing groups. He was also very involved in negotiations with the Queensland Ambulance Service in the establishment of the Ambulance Centre in Kenilworth.

We appreciate all Blair did and know he will be very much missed by the Kenilworth community.

KVU Management Committee

GREAT SADNESS FOR MUCH LOVED FRIEND

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t is with great sadness that we learnt of the death of our Mary Valley Community News Assn Treasurer and friend Blair Meldrum. Our sympathy goes to Lenore and the family. We will miss Blair not only as an excellent Treasurer but as a valued and much loved friend.

MVCNAssn Management C’tee ❤

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KENILWORTH SES THANKYOU

s we close the chapter on another Chook Chase, 2017 the Kenilworth SES would like to take the opportunity to thank the Chook Chase committee for their ongoing commitment with holding this event. But not only the local Kenilworth people we would like to express our thanks to the SES groups that attended from far and wide to aid the riders of the Chook Chase. So, thanks to Wondai, Proston, Goomeri, Tin Can Bay, Imbil, Maroochydore, Caloundra, Maleny, Nambour and Coolum SES Groups.

Kenilworth SES is continuing to grow and become strong but we always need more volunteers, if you think you would like to assist the local community then come and have a chat.

We train every second Wednesday (from 23 August) night from 6.45pm till 9pm. You can talk to current members both new and experienced and ask them any questions that you have. Parents do not forget that we accept members from 16 years of age, this is a great way for them to develop and grow ongoing life skills and experience. But also, the opportunity to develop leadership skills that they can use in future career paths. All training and uniforms are provided and all training is nationally accredited, so they can use the qualifications in the workforce.

So, hope to see you on a training night soon or give us a call on 0407 693 846.

Chris Childs, Group Leader, Kenilworth SES

MOY POCKET RAINFALL – JUNE 2017 by Graham Brennan This June 24mm, driest since 2010 which had 9mm. Last June 222mm, 16 year average for June 77mm.

Six days of rain. 16 year average 11 days. The first six months of 2017 563mm (March 341mm). Driest Jan to June period since 2007 which had 495mm. The 16 year average for Jan to June 754mm.

MOY POCKET RAINFALL – JULY 2017 by Graham Brennan This July 22mm – last July 45mm. 16 year average for July 31mm. Rain on seven days, 16 year average being eight days.

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KAC THIS AND THAT

O What's in the Spotlight Art Prize exhibition opens The Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2017 exhibition opens on Thurs Aug 17 at Caloundra Regional Gallery. The 40 nalists in this year’s exhibition combine to create an outstanding display that reects contemporary 2D arts practice in Australia. Winners will be announced Thurs Aug 31.

Visit council's gallery website for info.

Last chance for a discount Pay your rates by Aug 18 to receive a 5% discount on general rates, a maximum of $100 each 6 months.

There are a number of easy payment options listed on your rates notice. To check your balance, register for MyCouncil on council’s website.

Seniors Week August 19 – 27 Celebrate Sunshine Coast Seniors Week from Aug 19 – 27. With everything from Queensland Ballet dance workshops to high teas – there is something to suit everyone.

Head to council’s website for details.

Celebrations are ramping up Get involved in Sunshine Coast’s 50th Anniversary celebrations.

Upcoming highlights include, From the Mountains to the Sea exhibition July 8 to Aug 19 and the Festival of Community Halls, Aug to Sept.

Visit council's website for details.

Horizon program out now Pick up a copy and explore more than 200 events across the Coast from Aug 25 – Sep 3. Immerse yourself in 10 arts-fuelled days of visual art, lm, performance, street art, comedy, music and new media, by local, national and international artists.

Visit horizonfestival.com.au for info.

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oh-la-la! What a great night we had on 22 July at our slightly belated Bastille Day Dinner! Kenilworth Hotel’s chef served us delicious food and we showed our appreciation with a big round of applause. Trés bon! There were even some mysterious French visitors who kept us guessing as to their true identities with their fabulous Paris fashions! Thank you for the touch of chic and mystique!

Our members and friends enjoyed a picnic morning tea on 18 July at Little Yabba where we admired the striking ‘Little Yabba Buttress Root’ sculpture with inscribed poems, an initiative of the Pente Poets and sponsored by Kenilworth Arts Council and Barb and Lloyd Campbell of Yabbaloumba Retreat. We rounded off the morning with a walk through the rainforest to the big fig tree with interesting commentary by Mary Anne Law on the birds and the vegetation.

And now for the next morning tea – well, lunch actually! For something different we are having a barbeque lunch in Kenilworth Township Park on Saturday 19 August at 12 noon with KAC supplying the snags and rolls and probably a drop of red – tomato sauce, that is! Come along members and bring your friends.

On to arty things. Interest is growing in the annual art exhibition, our 21st. We even met an artist along the road with his easel set up, working on his entry for the Kenilworth Kaleidoscope art prize. This year we are trialling a poetry competition for children, youth and adults on the theme of Kenilworth Kaleidoscope. From about mid-September, we will be processing the art entries and then from Monday 25 Sept receiving art works at the Hall. We would very much appreciate any help members might like to offer. Our Secretary Lisa would love to hear from you.

Congratulations to our Arts Council cousins at Imbil on their annual art exhibition.

This event has gone from strength to strength. Well done!

• Don’t forget there are three interesting workshops on during the Kenilworth ArtsFest – Upcycled Jewellery on 28 Sept, Lino printing on 25 Sept and 1 Oct and Still Life 26/27 Sept. Applications close 10 Sept.

More details aand online forms can be found on the website COUNCIL www.kenilwortharts.org.au Come along and bring a friend for a creative, fun time. You’ll be surprised at what you can do!

We would like to thank those sponsors who have already pledged their support for the art prizes. If you would like to make a small donation in sponsoring the poetry prizes, which are very modest for the first year ($600 in all), we would love to hear from you. Please keep Friday 29 Sept in your diary – the ArtsFest Presentation Night where the winners are announced. Not only will you see a range of paintings, 3D works and poems, there is also a photographic exhibition by well known Sunshine Coast photographer, Kenilworth’s own Birgit Kehr.

Members, do let us know what you would like KAC to offer to you for the membership fee you pay. Some members have asked for more workshops which we are investigating and others have suggested more music and social events.

Please send us a brief email with your thoughts – kac@kenilwortharts.org.au

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CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

unday 30 July saw another Ecumenical Service in Kenilworth at St John Bosco Catholic Church with morning tea afterwards at St Luke’s Hall. The collection at these ecumenical services goes to support the Kenilworth school chaplaincy programme.

• In Kenilworth, a Quiet Day, conducted by Rev’d Kaye Pitman and assisted by Rev’d Jeanette Jamieson, will be held on Saturday 12 August , at 9am for 9.30am start and culminating in a Holy Communion service in St Luke’s at 2.30pm. This service is open to anyone, not only those at the Quiet Day. The theme of the day is ‘Beatitudes – Abundant Blessedness’. Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

• There will not be a service at St Luke’s on Sunday 13 August. Bishop Jeremy Greaves will be celebrating at St Mary’s, Montville at 7.30am and at St George’s, Maleny at 9.30am on that day.

Over twenty people met at St Mary’s Hall at Montville on 12 July for a meditation session led by Maureen Cooper and Fr Michael Mifsud from Victoria. Fr Michael, a regular visitor to the Hinterland, led a very interesting and informative discussion session with the participants who were from a range of Christian faiths. A most enjoyable morning tea followed.

Kenilworth Anglicans will be holding a street stall on Saturday 9 September. Any food donations or plants would be gratefully accepted but, sorry no trash ’n treasure this time, thanks.

St George’s bus trip on 18 July was a great success and a request has been made for another one. Thanks to Neil and Judy Payne for organising the excursion.

Sadly, we note the death of Blair Meldrum from Kenilworth who did such a lot of work for St Matthew’s Gheerulla and St Luke’s. We offer our sincere sympathy to Lenore and the family.

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KENILWORTH PONY CLUB JUNE / JULY 2017

onia Law was the instructor for our muster on Saturday 3 June at Kenilworth Showgrounds. Caeli, Annabella and Catriona did a range of flatwork activities with their horses. They took their horses over trot poles at various speeds and practised serpentines and other dressage manoeuvres.

During the school holidays, Sonia was at the Zone 6 Riders’ Clinic on 27-30 June at the Nambour Showgrounds and then went to the State Dressage, Combined Training and Horse Trials Championships on 1-2 July at Beaudesert Showgrounds.

On Saturday 15 July, it was a busy weekend. Caeli attended the Glasshouse Open Sports day riding Dallas for the first time, whilst Jodi, Alice, Amaya, Catriona, Annabella and her cousin, Ashleigh, visiting from NSW rode at our muster. We concentrated on flatwork, pole work and a small amount on jumping. Yummy chocolate mudcake from Kenilworth Bakery was had for morning tea. Thanks Paula and Darryl.

Sunday 16 July saw Jodi, Alice, Amaya and Rachael compete in the Associates and Sonia in the Seniors at Tewantin Noosa Pony Club Gymkhana. Jodi was 3rd and Rachael 4th overall (pictured top Right) and were pretty chuffed with their wine glass trophies. Pictured Left – It was a purple day for Jodi, who was also successful in taking out Champion Rider 17 years and over. Well done everyone.

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MARY VALLEY _______________________ LESS THAN FIVE WEEKS TO GO TILL MITCHELL CRK

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ith less than five weeks to go, the countdown to Mitchell Creek Rock ‘N’ Blues Fest from 15-17 September is well underway and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! ◄ Check out the 2017 150+ artists lineup schedule opposite MITCHELL CREEK ROCK ‘N’ BLUES FEST 2017 ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THEIR FULL SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELESS. Yes that’s right. We are ROCKIN’ 4 THE HOMELESS and are calling out to the masses to help raise awareness and funds for this cause! You will have the chance to: • Win a 50” TLC Smart TV! • Enter raffles • Purchase merchandise and much more.

Funds and donations raised will provide free meals for the homeless and those in need.

• So don’t miss Team Utopia opening the Zeppelin Bar at 11pm, and do your part to raise awareness and funds for this fantastic cause.

Dogs Area In 2016 there were no dogs allowed ...

Now for 2017 we have a special designated area where you can camp with your pooch if you can’t find them a home for the weekend!

A few things to remember: • Your pooches must stay within this area and on a leash at all times.

• Please advise front gate attendants on arrival if you have brought your pooch along to be shown the designated MCRNB pet area before proceeding to the box office.

• We will have staff monitoring the camping areas.

New and exclusive private campground facilities So toilet and shower queues will never be a problem!

You spoke, and we listened...

We are committed to providing our patrons with a memorable and enjoyable Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues experience.

Which is why we listened to all of your feedback, and this year have signed on with a new portable toilet and shower supplier. Not to forget the recent improvements to our internal roads, to ensure better wet weather access.

Did you know?! Our three day ‘Big Weekender’ ticket also comes in many different shapes and sizes? See our Early Rope-off and VIP upgrade editions of our most popular three day ‘Big Weekender’ pass below. You can also find these tickets as a ‘Buddy Pack’ for added value when purchasing tickets for yourself and a mate.

Camping not for you? If setting up for camping at the festival doesn’t sound like your ideal stay, then why not stay in one of our MoTown Tent Motels instead? Think comfortable bedding, carpet and lighting, ready to go for you on arrival so that you can make the most of your weekend from the moment you enter the gates.

Find out more by visiting the Ticket Info and Pricing page and scroll to the bottom for MoTown Tent Motel information – www.mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au

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SOLARQ SEEKS DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL FOR A 350MW SOLAR FARM IN QUEENSLAND

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olarQ Pty Ltd is set to redefine the benchmark for largescale solar farm and energy storage projects in Australia.

SolarQ has secured sufficient land to develop Australia’s largest solar farm and energy storage facility. The first stage consists of a 350MW development application currently lodged with the Gympie Regional Council. Subsequent stages include expansion plans for up to 800MW solar power generation with an area allocated for around 4,000MWh of energy storage. The project is located in the Lower Wonga area of the Gympie Regional Council. This project will extract economies of scale, deliver energy storage optimisation and is positioned to supply the largest customer base located in South East Queensland.

The land the subject of the application has been carefully selected due to its close proximity to an existing connection point and its prime location to supply the significant customer demand and growth in Gympie, Wide Bay, Sunshine Coast, and Brisbane regions. Careful attention to minimising environmental impact has also been a contributing factor.

The SolarQ Pty Ltd Managing Director Scott Armstrong said “The project leverages existing reliable transmission with no competing generation at the connection point. The substation provides the ability to inject at 275kV, meaning lower average connection costs and reduced loss factors to efficiently supply local customers with cheaper power.

“The scale of Stage 1 will bring in around 450 jobs during construction and because to its close proximity to a large workforce, site construction costs will be optimised and stimulation of the local economy is inevitable. The following development stages will add to the Stage 1 construction phase and continue the job opportunities in the region well beyond the initial 18 months.”

The project land is not prime agricultural land or strategic cropping land and has already been extensively cleared.

The proposed energy storage in phase two will complement the existing Wivenhoe pumped storage in operation in SEQ and will provide additional energy security for the regions.

SolarQ is a Qld company that has engaged a team of Qld based consultants to bring the project to fruition.

The company is working closely with Government, Council and other regulatory authorities for satisfactory approval.

SolarQ has initiated the ‘Public Notification Period’ running from 1 August to 22 August 2017.

SolarQ would like to let people know that the submissions to Council could also be positive and support solar energy in the region. To date there is significant positive community feedback for the project from regional businesses and job seekers, and for those who would like to comment please follow through with a supportive submission via email – ‘Application 2017-0591’ to planning@gympie.qld.gov.au

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istoric Ormiston House, the birthplace of Queensland’s sugar industry, is celebrating the 50th Anniversary since the first Restoration Committee of Ormiston House was formed. We are holding a celebration in October this year, and we are trying to track down as many former committee members from Ormiston House as possible.

We are asking people to get in touch 0457 675 137) or email administrator@ormistonhouse.org.au if they have ever been on a committee at Ormiston House, or if they know of anyone who used to be on a Committee at Ormiston House.

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SENIORS WEEK ______________________ CELEBRATING A QUEENSLAND FOR ALL AGES AT KENILWORTH – 19 TO 26 AUGUST 2017

GYMPIE COUNCIL – SENIORS WEEK ACTIVITIES

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ympie Regional Council is hosting a number of events to celebrate National Seniors Week from 19-27 August.

The week long celebrations come alive with the third annual Duck Pond Dash on Saturday 19 August between 9am-11.30am at Lake Alford Park. For a gold coin donation friends and family can take part in a novelty race around the lake and afterwards, participants can enjoy complimentary Devonshire tea and entertainment.

On Tuesday 22 August from 10am-12pm the achievements and contributions of our seniors will be recognised at the Annual Seniors Concert and morning tea. Guests can enjoy musical entertainment, morning tea and the announcement of the 2017 Senior Citizen of the Year Awards by Mayor Mick Curran. Bookings are encouraged as seats are limited.

For the first time Council will be hosting a morning of informative talks on Wednesday 23 August from 9.30am12 noon on how Seniors can be healthy inside, outside and online.

A guest speaker from the Office of Fair Trading, Department of Justice and Attorney General will discuss relevant issues facing Seniors today such as identity theft, top scams to look out for, how to protect yourself online and where to go for help.

Following this, the Heart Foundation will discuss Active Living for a Healthy Heart and Know Your Risk of Heart Disease. This talk will be delivered by a trained volunteer who has their own heart story to share.

Help celebrate the achievements and KENILWORTH SENIORS WEEK 2017 contributions of Seniors by SESSION PRESENTED BY WHERE DATE / TIME nominating that special person for a Senior Citizens Dancing the Night Away.............Gheerulla Hall................ Gheerulla Hall Saturday 19th 7pm Award. Nominations are with ‘Strangest Dreamers’ $20 Book via Hall website now open and close on Ecumenical Church Service.......Sue Wolter..................... St Luke’s Church Hall Sunday 20th Friday 11 August.

& St John Bosco 9am and 11am Nomination forms are Tai Chi for Arthritis & Diabetes...Lynne Hogg................... St Luke’s Church Hall Mon 21st 10.30am available at all Gympie Council libraries, the Balancing Stones.........................Justin Bucciarelli........... St John Bosco Church Mon 21st 1pm gallery, online or phone and Making Dog Leads and team 1300 307 800.

Antarctic Exploration..................Syd Kirby....................... St Luke’s Church Hall Tuesday 22nd 11am Gympie Regional Council’s Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital.....Hanna Fox..................... St John Bosco Church Tuesday 22nd 2pm Mayor Mick Curran said and Wildlife Warriors the week is a great opportunity to bring seniors Exploring Creative Tea Bags! ....Denise Lamby............... St John Bosco Church Wed 23rd 10am together to celebrate their – an art experience valuable contributions Stretchercise / Aerobics.............Jo MacKenzie................ Gheerulla Hall Wed 23rd 9.30am and to connect them with important and emerging Australian Bluegrass Band.........Greg McGrath............... St John Bosco Church Wed 23rd 2pm trends and issues in the Zen Meditation.............................Sue Wolter..................... St John Bosco Church Wed 23rd 5.30pm community.

Christian Meditation....................Sue Wolter..................... St John Bosco Church Thursday 24th 9am To find out more information, nominate a History of the Gubbi Gubbi.........Barbara Hand................ St Luke’s Church Hall Thurs 24th 10.30am special senior or to make a People in Kenilworth District booking contact Council Nutrition........................................Sally-Ann Livock........... St John Bosco Church Thursday 24th 1pm on 1300 307 800 or visit Piano Forte – a film about...........Suncoast Community.... St Luke’s Church Hall Friday 25th 9.30am www.gympie.qld.gov.au/ estate planning, wills etc.

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ou do not have to be a Kenilworth resident or a Senior to join in. Apart from the Gheerulla Hall dance at $20, all sessions and morning and afternoon tea, are free!

Puzzles (supplied) and knitting can be done at all times. If you are able to join us please let us know in advance to help us make catering arrangements. To contact us please email seniors@kenilworthchamber.org.au or ‘phone 07 5472 3089.

• Sponsored by COTA, Kenilworth and District Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Inc. Events at Gheerulla Hall in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of the Sunshine Coast and Small Halls commemorations – 60s rock’n’roll dance with Strangest Dreamers band; Stretchercise / Aerobics; Line Dancing.

Events either at St John Bosco Church and St Luke’s Church hall which are across the road from each other – Church services; Tai Chi for Arthritis and Diabetes, Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital; Balancing Stones and Making Dog Leads; Antarctic Talk; Mindfulness with Teabags! – an art experience; Australian Bluegrass Band; Zen Meditation; Christian Meditation; History of Gubbi Gubbi people in Kenilworth district; Nutrition; Film Piano Forte – about estate planning etc; Writing Your Memoirs ‘How to get the darn thing started!’; Sing-a-long; Painting with Acrylics.

Kenilworth Library – #seniorsonline – Online shopping for seniors. Please see the website for full details:www.kenilworthchamber.org.au/ seniors/images/seniorsweek2017

Line Dancing................................Irene Flint....................... Gheerulla Hall

Friday 25th 10am

#seniorsonline – online................Smile IT......................... Kenilworth Library shopping for seniors

Friday 25th 10.30am

Writing Your Memoirs – how.......Jo Kadlecek.................. St John Bosco Church Friday 25th 11am to get the darn thing started!

Sing-a-long..................................Amanda Hogg............... St John Bosco Church Friday 25th 1pm Painting with Acrylics..................Jenni Kelly..................... St Luke’s Church Hall

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TRIAL BUS SERVICE SURVEY________ T

he Chamber is running a trial bus service from Kenilworth to Nambour each Wednesday at 10am for the next 12 weeks.

The objective is to demonstrate to the SC Council that a service can be provided with a reasonable subsidy and to persuade them to continue it after the trial period. As part of this project there will be a survey of local residents to establish what kind of service is most appropriate. Please fill in the survey below and mail to Bus Survey, Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Inc., PO Box 69, Kenilworth Q 4574.

Trial Bus Service Survey (B) How would you describe yourself?

Car owner –

YES ⃝ NO ⃝

Over 60 –

YES ⃝ NO ⃝

Fit and mobile – YES ⃝ NO ⃝ Where do you normally shop?

Kenilworth ⃝ Mapleton ⃝ Nambour ⃝ Maleny ⃝ Gympie ⃝ Other How far do you live from the centre of Kenilworth?

About 1 km or less ⃝ About 2 km to 5 km ⃝ More than 5 km ⃝ Would you use the service to Nambour on Wednesdays?

YES ⃝ NO ⃝ What time would you prefer to arrive in Nambour?

Early AM ⃝ Late AM ⃝ Noon ⃝ Early PM ⃝ What time would you prefer to arrive back at Kenilworth?

Late AM ⃝ Noon ⃝ Early PM ⃝ Late PM ⃝ Which of these locations in Nambour would be most convenient as your destination?

Hospital ⃝ Plaza ⃝ Centerlink ⃝ Coles ⃝ Railway Station ⃝ Other How often would you use this service?

Once a week ⃝ Once a fortnight ⃝ Once a month ⃝ Less than monthly ⃝ Could you use this service if it operated on different days, if so which days would be possible?

Monday ⃝ Tuesday ⃝ Thursday ⃝ Friday ⃝ Would you use this service more than once a week if it ran more frequently?

YES ⃝ NO ⃝ Would you use this service if its destination was not Nambour but one of these towns?

Gympie ⃝ Maleny ⃝ Montville ⃝ What is the most you would be willing to pay for a return journey to Nambour (or other local centre)? $

Any other comments or suggestions?

Please leave the completed survey at the Kenilworth Information Centre OR Post to: Survey, Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Inc. PO Box 69 Kenilworth 4574 The MaryBus Valley Voice

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COMMUNITY ________________________ contract – the biggest and most expensive project in the Army’s history – in the hope that at least one will choose Queensland as their manufacturing base. We recently had some success with one company, Rheinmetall Defence, announcing it would build the vehicles in Queensland if it won the contract. We are still waiting to hear from the second company BAE Systems Australia. With luck they too may choose Queensland and if not, we’ll swing in behind Rheinmetall and lobby to see them win the deal so it can be delivered in Queensland. There’s a long way to go on this one and I’ll keep you posted. Meanwhile, you can be assured Team Queensland won’t give up on this battle until we have this project based in our state.

Please contact my office with your concerns or queries.

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FIRE ANTS IN BEERWAH

iosecurity Qld recently confirmed the detection of a single fire ant nest in Beerwah and the nest was destroyed by direct nest injection on 28 June 2017.

Biosecurity Queensland officers and odour detection dogs commenced surveillance activities within 1km of the infestation and also inspected areas outside of the 1km surveillance zone that have an increased risk of being infested due to habitat type or land use activities.

Original ant specimens taken from the site will undergo genetic testing to determine the relationship between this nest and the colonies found in other SE Qld locations.

It is unknown at this stage how the fire ant nests arrived in Beerwah, however Biosecurity Queensland are continuing with trace investigations to determine the possible source of the infestation.

As fire ants have not been previously found on the Sunshine Coast, it is critical that the community help to check for fire ants and report any suspect sightings to Biosecurity Queensland.

Any concerns call Biosecurity Qld on 13 25 23 or seek information regarding fire ants and the eradication programme at www.daf.qld.gov.au/fireants

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IMBIL POLICE REPORT JULY 2017

n 16 July 2017 the Sunshine Coast Road Policing Unit and Imbil Police conducted a joint traffic enforcement operation in Amamoor which resulted in five persons being detected driving with a relevant drug and a 21 year old male detected drink driving with a blood alcohol concentration .105%. Drink driving and drug driving are a major contributor to fatal traffic crashes and the technology available to Police to detect these offences is rapidly improving. Drug testing in Queensland currently targets Methylamphetamine (speed or ice), Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (ecstasy) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (cannabis).

There are significant penalties in place for persons detected driving with relevant drugs present or driving under the influence of liquor or drugs which can include loss of licence, fines and imprisonment. We are determined to keep our roads safe for all road users so please make other transport arrangements if you have used liquor or drugs. The consequences of a poor decision to drive can be devastating and the impact a lifetime.

A number of property offences have been reported in the Amamoor area on or about the 15 July 2017. Police would like to identify a male person who may be able to assist with Police investigations. The male person is described as having red hair, fair complexion, wearing a white t-shirt with a black pattern on the front and black shorts. The male was seen driving a blue coloured Holden utility. If you may be able to assist in identifying this person please contact Crimestoppers 1800 333 000 or call the Imbil Police Station.

• The next Blue Light Disco for 8 to 15 year olds will be held on the Friday 1 September 2017 at the Kandanga Hall. The disco runs from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and the cost is $5.

Stay safe.

Sergeant Brock MURPHY and Senior Constable Bill GREER Imbil Police Station, phone 54845222

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arlier this year I joined the Kenilworth community on ANZAC Day for a moving service that demonstrated the respect we all have for our military men and women. It was a great honour to speak at the service and Kenilworth do it so well. Australia has a proud history of service and it’s interesting to hear the stories of the old diggers. One of the reasons I love commemorating ANZAC Day in Kenilworth is their Memorial Wall which displays plaques recognising not just those who served in the past but also those who are currently serving our nation.

War has changed a lot since Gallipoli when our troops basically ran head first into enemy fire. Today fighting is no longer confined to trenches, and the machines and weapons of our armies serve to better protect our troops while also fighting the enemy. To that end, you may be interested to hear that the Australian Defence Force is currently updating its fleet of reconnaissance vehicles and it has commissioned the manufacture of a new breed of “super tank” as part of a project called Land 400.

After realising the potential of this multi-billion dollar opportunity, my Queensland LNP Federal colleagues and I made it our mission to have those tanks built in Queensland. Imagine the flow-on to our economy if the Army’s latest state-of-the-art fighting machines were built right here in our state. Team Queensland has been lobbying the two companies currently vying for the final

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YOUR VERY OWN PIECE OF THE OBI – 29 ACRES WITH TIMBER LOG HOME – $685,000 • Four spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms incl. an ensuite.

• Wrap around covered verandahs on all four sides of the home.

• 3-bay besser block shed plus several farm buildings.

• Excellent fencing and stockyards.

• Permanent water from a spring fed creek and large dam.

• Pump and piping included.

• Manicured gardens and lawns.

• Established fruit trees and vege gardens.

• Situated in popular Obi Obi, 11kms to Mapleton. $685,000

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104 BARSBY RD, IMBIL – 56.48 ACRES WITH MULTI ACCOMMODATION – VALUE AT $645,0000 • Hidden away down a country road is this excellent 56.48 acre property with views.

• Main house has two bedrooms plus office with detached three bedroom guest wing with kitchenette.

• 5KVA solar system on main house.

• Two large lockable sheds with covered awning between sheds.

• Two bedroom original cottage for guests.

• Plus original building requiring work could achieve further guest accommodation.

• Separate building containing amenities currently used as a treatment facility.

• Under cover full sized fenced sand arena with separate hoof trimming bay.

• Creek plus two dams and bore. $645,000

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IMBIL – LIVEABLE DWELLING – OVER 4 ACRES PLUS CREEK & DAMS – $220,0000

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• Approx. 120m2 near new shed / livable dwelling with electricity connected.

• Double insulation and hardwood timber extra high ceilings has made this building as energy efficient as possible.

• There are 4 x 1.8 x 1.8 windows to ensure light and air flow.

• Open plan layout with gas stove, electric hot water and septic system.

• 1.78 hectare block (4.3 acres) of usable level land with fencing, established gardens and shade trees.

• Scrubby Creek passes through the block. • Property has two dams.

• Enjoy your own organic produce without much effort. $220,000

Kenilworth Realty 7 Elizabeth St. Kenilworth 5446 0164 Carol 0417 603 451 Fax 5446 0742 kenilworthrealty@bigpond.com or visit www.kenilworthrealty.com.au

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Top Location With Top Views – Imbil – Price: $215,000.00

Nestled high on the block and overlooking the local rural landscape and beyond is where you will find this contemporary style studio. The main construction is Colorbond and Cypress pine – fully termite proof. There is a large front deck and a rear private deck which has a modern claw-foot tub which allows you to relax in the outdoors while having a bubble bath. The interior is just as modern with light coloured walls, polished timber floors and a lovely hand-crafted bespoke timber kitchen. Services to the property are: 2 x 5000gallon rain water tanks, gas cooking, gas hot water, split system air conditioner, mains power plus a 5 klw Solar system.

The land is 1012m2 with a dog proof rear yard, terraced garden beds of succulents and cacti’s plus a single carport and garden shed.

Quality 50 Acres With Yabba Creek Frontage – Imbil

As you drive up the driveway you will be able to see that this property has been well maintained and loved over the years. Built by a quality local builder (22 years ago) for the current owners and it is still in excellent condition. It has been well designed and is very functional. Built over two levels with the master bedroom on the top level – this would be considered a parents retreat as there is a large sitting area, office nook, enusite and walk-in robe plus large built-in cupboards. On the lower level of the house are two good sized bedrooms – both with built-in robes, second bathroom, formal dining room, excellent kitchen, large lounge room with wood heater and airconditioner. The 50 acres is divided into six paddocks – one with a dam and access to Yabba Creek.

There are timber yards, double lockup garage plus a separate machinery shed and carport area.

Price: $780,000.00

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Pretty Queenslander With Rural Outlook – Kenilworth – Price: $287,000.00 This lovely Queenslander is looking for a new owner – investor. Located within an easy walk to Kenilworth’s main shopping precinct, local school and sporting facilities makes this a very attractive proposition. As you would come to expect with this style of home there are high ceilings, tongue and groove walls and timber floors throughout the house. There are three bedrooms plus a bright and fresh sunroom and separate dining room. The lounge room is very inviting and has a reverse cycle air-conditioner. Some of the renovations that have occurred over the years are a new roof, fresh paint inside and outside, modern kitchen and modern bathroom. There is a second toilet downstairs with the laundry. The property is currently rented out and returning $260 pw rent with a good tenant in place who would like to stay on (if possible). The block of land is 1012m2 and has full town services connected.

Please note inspections are by appointment.

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Here is your opportunity to purchase a good clean level block of land in Kenilworth Grange Estate. This 809m2 block has already been leveled out and tidied up with a good elevated house pad. There are full town facilities and underground power to the blocks. This block is located at the end of the street and has a North Easterly aspect. There are views towards rural farms and surrounding hills. The State School, Town Park and swimming pool are only a short walk into town. Where we have a doctors surgery, chemist, post office, Hotel, grocery shop and several boutiques, eateries as well as gift shops and bakery. If you enjoy getting involved with volunteer work our town has several opportunities for you to join.

We also have a motor bike track, State forest for bush walking and horse riding as well as the Mary River for swimming or canoeing – a great place to live!

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RENTALS REQUIRED! If you have a vacant house and require a tenant, give our office a call. We currently have a shortage of properties available for rent and our enquiries are still coming in. Ph Carol or Anne on 5446 0164.