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'Crystal ball sunrise on the Mary'

by Sharyn Cusack, Cootharaba

MARY RIVER FESTIVAL

 Cat's Claw flowers  Harvesting Cat's Claw for weaving great artworks!

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MARY RIVER FESTIVAL

he bright yellow flowers of Cat’s Claw Creeper are currently making a great spectacle, announcing the extent of its invasion of the Gympie region.

While Cat’s Claw pictured right, is an environmental weed, it’s also great for weaving and organisers of this year’s Mary River Festival have launched plans to come under the category of “killing two birds with one stone”.

Festival organiser Glenda Pickersgill says that while the festival has often featured a weaving workshop, this year it is gearing up to host the largest Cat’s Claw weaving workshop in the world.

As lead up to it, there’ve been three days of RADF-funded workshops with experienced weavers, both learning techniques as well as producing a giant woven hanging bird’s nest.

The workshops were well-attended and although those participants will have a head start on the festival day, they’ll also act as mentors to those trying it for the first time.

“The timing of the flowering is perfect,” says Glenda Pickersgill, “It announces all too plainly where Cat's Claw is. We’re hoping many people will cut their own Cat’s Claw and bring it to the festival for the workshop but we have people out harvesting lots more so there’ll be no shortage.”

• While the workshop goes from 1pm till 4 at the festival in Kandanga on Saturday 10 November, the headcount of willing weavers will take place from 2.30-3pm.

“The weaving workshop is of course just one attraction in a festival that’s come to be known as one of the friendliest, most laid-back you’ll find anywhere," says Glenda. “It’s a celebration of course of the decision not to build Traveston Crossing Dam and the reprieve that’s given the Mary Valley.

There’s great music from midday onward, fantastic kid’s activities, the Yabba Yarning speakers tent, food, stalls and of course the evening lantern parade. Not to be missed is the aerial silks display accompanying the laser show."

• The theme of this year’s festival is Citizen Science and festival goers can learn about water testing, macro invertebrates as well as the natural life of the Mary River.

“You can’t put the importance of the Mary River any more succinctly than Tim Flannery did in 'Two on the Great Divide' when he said ‘It’s not the biggest, it’s not the longest, but I reckon it’s one of the most important rivers in Australia.”

Public Notice.

AGM of Mary Valley Community News Assn.

Tuesday 13 November

11am at McGinns Kenilworth.

All welcome. Enquiries to Secretary Shirley M. 5446 0171.

 Cat's Claw overpowering trees at Moy Pocket.

Organisers have kept entry cost to the festival at just $5, with gates opening at 11.30am.

There are more details of the entertainment programme on the Mary River Festival Facebook page.

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MRCCC MARY RIVER MONTH

o celebrate National Frog Week 4-10 November, MRCCC’s Eva Ford will be giving a talk about the amazing array of frogs in the Mary River catchment and then running a Frog Survey from 7.30pm Saturday 10 November at the Kandanga Community Reserve following the Mary River Festival. To RSVP call 5482 4766.

• The Mary River Festival 11.30am to 7.30pm Saturday 10 November in Kandanga has something for everyone.

This family festival is the culmination of Mary River Month.

Everyone is invited to come along and vote in the People’s Choice Award for the ‘Spring in the Mary’ photo competition, and learn about the mighty Mary River through Citizen Science.

• The Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee (MRCCC) hosts Mary River Month, partnering with organisations all over the catchment. Most events are free and details are continuously updated on the website www.mrccc.org.au/mary-river-month and at www.facebook.com/mrccc.org.au Thank you to all our Spring in the Mary photo competition sponsors: Murray Views, the Burnett Mary Regional Group, HQ Plantations, Noosa Landcare and BOS Rural. Categories:- juniors, rural, wildlife, people’s choice and overall winners announced at the festival.

The public are invited to attend.

The Mary Valley First Aid Volunteers AGM To be held at the Kenilworth Museum on Tuesday 4th December 2018 starting at 2pm.

All are welcome.

Any donations can be dropped at the Hall from 10 am Fri 7th Dec

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Thanks for your donations & support.

Sausage sizzle 5 pm CENT SALE STARTS 6 pm

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COMMUNITY FREE BUSES TO RUN ACROSS THE REGION FOR RED FOR REMEMBRANCE EVENT

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he Gympie region community is encouraged to make the most of free buses travelling to and from the Red for Remembrance event on Saturday 10 November 2018.

The major commemorative event will ‘paint the town red’ in a symbolic tribute to Queensland’s servicemen and women ahead of the Armistice Centenary.

The event will include an evening of illuminations, digital projections, and musical performances, including the Gympie Voices of Remembrance community choir.

The event will take place from 4.30pm on Saturday 10 November at Memorial Park in Gympie.

• Buses will pick up from Imbil, Kandanga, Amamoor, Goomeri, Kilkivan, Chatsworth, Rainbow Beach, Tin Can Bay and Goomboorian. No booking is required for a bus.

For a full timetable and locations of pick-up/drop-off areas, visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/red-for-remembrance.

Wet weather: Please note that in the case of wet weather, the Red for Remembrance event will be moved to the Gympie Civic Centre, Mellor Street, Gympie, and will go ahead as scheduled.

This project is proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

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KENILWORTH COMMUNITY WELLBEING PROJECT

was very sad when hearing about two suicides in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland recently. My experience says that most suicides are preventable if only someone with the skills acted to ask if the person concerned was coping with the challenges in their life.

When a popular thirteen-year-old school boy and a singlemum with a 12-year-old daughter decide to end their lives, I am strongly motivated to continue to do something about this situation in our Mary River Valley towns. The coastal areas are much better served with assistance organisations.

There are so many positive aspects to our community and its lifestyle, yet we all have serious challenges at some time or another. In 2017 more than 3,000 Australian people ended their lives. We must take strong action to reduce this number towards zero.

I am aware of two Kenilworth persons who have benefited from being asked “are you ok” and then given follow-up help. Many locals have participated in the two courses in Kenilworth, Mental Health First Aid and safeTALK. The challenge is to now keep the knowledge fresh in our minds and to gather now and then to reaffirm our commitment. Some of us will attend a two-day ASSIST course in November.

Enjoy the very green countryside and the lead-up to Christmas.

Bob Sample Phone 0408 983 207. Email bobsample2@skymesh.com.au

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Saturday 10 November, 4.30pm – 9pm Memorial Park, River Road Gympie This is a free community event featuring: Evening illuminations of Projection Art Gympie Voices of Remembrance Choir A 'Poppy' art installation Premier screening of local 11/11 Short Films Light boxes displaying a collection of local images from WW1 Screening of the Australian feature film 'The Water Diviner' Free buses available from towns across the region.

For more information phone 1300 307 800 or visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/red-for-remembrance.

This project is proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

REMEMBRANCE DAY 2018 This year poppies mark 100 years since World War 1 ended. The community is invited to the Kenilworth Memorial at Peter Dobson Park.

Assemble 10.45am Sunday 11 November Let We Forget.

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KENILWORTH A SNAPSHOT OF KENILWORTH’S PROUD HISTORY

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he following is an excerpt from the presentation made to the Mayor and Councillors, Sunshine Coast Council before their meeting in the Research Room in Blair Meldrum House at the Museum complex on 17 October, 2018.

“Over the years Kenilworth has gained a number of firsts:• On November 30, 1957 – the first town in the then Maroochy Shire to have a reticulated water supply.

• In 1963 – the first town in the then Maroochy Shire to be sewered.

• 1973 – First place in the first Tidy Towns Competition for towns of populations of fewer than 1500 (a category that no longer exists) letter pictured centre.

• 1981 – The first historical museum in the then Maroochy Shire.

• In 2015 – the first audio tour of a township in the region that may be accessed through an app on tablets or smart phones.

The district has a proud history of providing community facilities for the residents.

Gheerulla Hall – built 1907; Kenilworth Hall – 1924 – St Matthews Church 1926, St John Bosco Church 1936, Baptist Church 1937 (moved to Cooroy 1959), 1939 – Country Women’s Association establish a branch in Kenilworth; Kenilworth Hall extended 1950, 1953 – Land for Kenilworth Town Park was purchased by Kenilworth community and donated to Maroochy Shire. 1955 – St Luke’s Church of England opened in Kenilworth; 1958 – Kenilworth Volunteer Fire Brigade formed; 1962 – Kenilworth Bowls Clubs – funded and established by the community opened for use. 1970’s – The Kenilworth

Swimming Pool complex was built on hall land for 30,000 pounds, 1979 – Pioneer Park established on the banks of Gheerulla Creek on land donated by Mr Bert Sims.

1988 Kenilworth Arts Council established and has staged its 22nd arts show; 1989 Kenilworth Village Units – independent living units for the aged built by the community, 1991 – The Mary Valley Voice community newspaper began publication, 2000 – Voted Queensland's Friendliest Town in Tidy Towns Competition. 2002 – Kenilworth First Response group was established under the auspices of Queensland Ambulance Service. The statistics kept by this group has facilitated the establishment of a QAS Centre here in the township. 2005 – Kenilworth won the Outdoor Advertising Assn of Australia Cultural Heritage Award in South-Eastern Division of Tidy Towns Competition.

We are a community in a kind of no-man’s land, being the junction of four Parishes, two Counties, three Shires, and three State Electorates (Hinka Booma to Kenilworth 1950, 2005). We are small but we have a huge reach of extended family, former residents and the travelling public who have fond memories of their time in our district.”

Lenore Meldrum President, Kenilworth & District Historical Association.

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PUBLIC NOTICE RE MUSEUM OPENING HOURS

he Kenilworth Museum will not be opening on Sunday as from 11 November for the remainder of the summer season.

During this period of closure, tours of the buildings in the complex that are air conditioned may be arranged by appointment by emailing kenilworthmuseum@gmail.com or calling 5472 3090.

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COMMUNITY KENILWORTH BOOK LAUNCH WITH KIM MORRISON

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• The date and time to set aside is Thursday, 22 November, 2018 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.

Kim has developed The Art of Self Love, a step-by-step guide to help one navigate up, over and through the struggles of life with courage, grace, strength and dignity.

Don’t miss the chance to celebrate and share in this very special unique event with Kim. Drinks and canapés provided and ticket includes a signed book copy.

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talented team of Good Shepherd Lutheran College students are celebrating their recent win at the International Finals of Tournament of Minds (TOM) competition held at Charles Darwin University in the Northern Territory.

The group of seven Good Shepherd students from Years 7 to 10, brought home the International Prize in the Secondary STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) division.

Pictured above are front row L-R Lonni, Millie, Florence and Ashely.

Back row L-R Cole, Ben and Max. It has been a long journey for these dedicated students, only reaching this point after winning the Regional and State Competitions to make it to Darwin.

“The students, after many years of engaging with the TOM program within our P-12 College, aspired to achieve their very best at the highest level”, according to their facilitator, and Good Shepherd’s TOM Coordinator, Mr Steve Miller-Metzner.

“In a competition like this a healthy imagination is invaluable– and TOM fosters, and celebrates, students’ ability to come up with the unexpected. I believe their broad skill set, positive approach to collaboration, and highly developed creative thinking enabled them to be awarded the victory.” said Mr Miller-Metzner.

“TOM helps our secondary students develop and hone these skills which are recognis­­ed as key attributes to being successful future leaders in their chosen field. This makes for a very exciting big-picture view for these students – but right now they’re happy to celebrate their 2018 achievement!”

Good Shepherd Principal, Mr Anthony Dyer, is also very proud of the team’s achievements.

“Competing at the highest level is always exciting,” said Mr Dyer.

“Vying against the other champion teams from the other Australian states and territories, as well as the national champions form New Zealand, Hong Kong and Thailand, takes it to the next level and makes it a great learning experience too.”

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What's in the Spotlight Saving with solar If you have rooftop solar, the simplest thing you can do to save money on your electricity bill is check your tariff.

Knowing what time of day to use your appliances can make all the difference at bill time. Search Saving with Solar on council's website for more details.

Development.i - stay informed If you like to know what development is proposed around you then try Development.i. Search by suburb or navigate by map - refine your search with filters and use the map view to see your results. Log in to access more time saving features anywhere, anytime. Be empowered and start your search on council's website.

Airport expansion on track The Sunshine Coast Airport expansion project has reached another milestone, with the completion of sand dredging and pumping operations.

Around 1.3 million m³ of sand will form the foundation of the new runway - on track for completion by Christmas 2020 - which will enable direct access to new markets in Asia, the Pacific and other locations nationally.

White Ribbon Day The community is invited to attend the Sunshine Coast White Ribbon Day event on Sunday 25 November at Mooloolaba from 4 - 9pm, including a free family movie on Mooloolaba Beach. Make a stand and help raise awareness for White Ribbon Australia.

More details via council’s website.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 8 November, Caloundra 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

KENILWORTH'S AWESOME EFFORT AT SPECIAL MEETING

hroughout the year each Divisional Councillor takes it in turn to host a special “Councillor Only” meeting somewhere in their local community. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for each councillor to deliver a 'show and tell' about their area to fellow councillors and to listen intently to suggestions and concerns.

It was my turn to host the most recent event, which was held at the Kenilworth Museum.

I invited around a dozen community groups and organisations to attend and discuss their pressing issues or concerns with my fellow councillors, the Mayor and CEO. It was terrific to see representatives from the Kenilworth Museum, The Mary Valley Voice, the Kenilworth Arts Council, Kenilworth First Responders, Mary Valley First Aid, the 'Designer Dunny' Committee, the Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and the Kenilworth Hall and Showgrounds Committee all making the most of this opportunity to put my fellow elected representatives on notice about issues like the poor state of the Obi Obi Road down section, the single lane strip of bitumen between Cambroon and Conondale, parking and waste collection on weekends and public holidays to name but a few.

• I came away from this meeting feeling exceedingly proud of all who attended for the manner in which they conversed with the councillors and went into bat for their Hinterland communities.

Local park or a place to park?

I'm currently investigating the feasibility of converting the existing park on the corner of George and Mary Street into additional car parking spaces. This particular park is rarely utilised by the local community and the space would certainly come in handy to alleviate some of the parking issues which arise in and around Kenilworth, particularly when popular events like the annual Cheese, Wine and Food Festival are being held.

Designer Dunny I'm very pleased to report that around half a dozen companies took the opportunity for an ‘onsite’ pre tender meeting and have sent in submissions to construct the Designer Dunny in Isaac Moore Park. These submissions are currently being evaluated by the Council’s Evaluation Committee and we're hopeful that a tender can be settled on in the near future.

Council launches Development.i Have you ever wanted to know more about what development is planned around you? Perhaps you've seen a vacant block or a sign advertising an impact assessable development application and want to see the details but didn't know how to find them?

I encourage you to give Development.i a try. It's a one-stop-shop for information on development and building applications right across the Sunshine Coast, enabling you to be informed on exactly what is happening, when and where in your community. Best of all, it's as easy to use as a real estate search website. Check out council's website for details and some of the terrific videos which show you how to use this new function.

See you in the Valley soon, Rogo – Division 10 Councillor, Sunshine Coast Council

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GHEERULLA HALL ANNUAL CENT SALE

ooklets of coloured tickets are spread across the room, people frantically tear up tickets, and the excitement grows! Once again, Gheerulla Hall will hold its muchanticipated annual Cent Sale on Friday 7 December. Cent Sales, (also called Cent Auctions) are fun for all ages, and everyone is invited to this community event. A retro favourite experiencing resurgence, bidders buy a sheet of same-numbered tickets and place as many tickets as they wish in sealed containers displayed next to the prizes they would like to win. The buyer ‘bids’ for desired items by placing as many tickets as they want in a box numbered to correspond with the prize. The more tickets entered, the higher the chance of winning. The winning bid ticket for each item is then drawn by the MC. Over the years, the Cent Sale has been one of the key fundraisers for the Hall, contributing to insurance costs, and maintenance of the Hall and grounds. Since last year, the access ramp to the Hall has been rebuilt, new chairs purchased, and signage increased.

All goods are donated, so if you have any unused new items, or can bake some cakes or make handcraft items, they would be very much appreciated. These can be dropped off at the Hall from 10am, Friday 7 December. Contact Kathy 0481 129 527, or Heather, 0419 761 164, to arrange a different time to drop off items, or to pre-purchase tickets. Sausage sizzle starts at 5pm and the Cent Sale starts at 6pm. See ad pg 2 - www.gheerullahall.com

RAINFALL MOY POCKET – OCTOBER 2018

by Graham Brennan This October 182mm. Last October 307mm. The 17 year average for October 88mm.

We had 17 days of rain. The 17 year average being 11 days.

The first 10 months of 2018 has given us 900mm. The same period last year 923mm.

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COMMUNITY ROYAL COMMISSION INTO AGED CARE

tories of elderly people being treated poorly in some aged care residences is appalling and it is likely that in the coming S months the Federal Government’s Royal Commission will unearth

more. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety aims to get to the bottom of what’s going wrong so we can fix it for the future. An important part of the inquiry will be your stories, experiences and opinions and so I urge anyone involved in the sector to please take part. The Commission will be taking public submissions via their website or through mail and some public hearings will be held at various locations around the country. Detailed information and dates will be available on the Commission’s website as they become available and you can also join their mailing list. Visit – https://agedcare.royalcommission.gov.au/Pages/Copyright.aspx • Rural Scholarships Students dreaming of a career in science, technology, engineering or maths (STEM) may consider applying for a very handy scholarship for people in regional areas. The Federal Government’s $24million Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships program helps with the costs of studying STEM at a uni or vocational education institution. Applications close Friday 14 December.

To apply visit https://www.education.gov.au/rural-and-regionalenterprise-scholarships or https://www.qtac.edu.au/scholarships • Drought Support The Federal Government is supporting farmers experiencing extended drought. We have a number of programs and financial assistance schemes in place and have invested more than $1.8billion since 2013. The Farm Household Allowance helps cover basic needs and the asset test has been increased so more families can access the payments. We also have a concessional loans scheme through the Regional Investment Corporation and we fund a free Rural Financial Counselling Service with counsellors who are highly mobile. For all details visit my website www.tedobrien.com.au/article/coalition-government-droughtsupport As always, please get in touch on 5479 2800, email ted.obrien.mp@ aph.gov.au or visit in person at 17 Southern Drive, Maroochydore.

Ted O'Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax

KANDANGA KITCHEN IS ONE!

n Saturday 27 October, O Kandanga Kitchen celebrated its first birthday – an exciting

milestone for the new café in the Mary Valley owned by Trent Kirkwood and Rebecca Edmonds pictured above and located at the Kandanga Farm Store.

A sold out event, the evening started at sundown with sprawling antipasto platters featuring local cheeses, house made pickles and more. Gourmet tapas followed that gave guests an exclusive taste of some new menu items on the way. The highlight of the night was a very special surprise performance by homegrown musician Darren Hanlon.

• Kandanga Kitchen's menu is ever changing, as week to week the team works with local organic and spray free producers sourcing fresh and seasonal produce.

“Working this way is way more exciting, your creative juices get flowing and the chefs get to utilise their skills in producing the menu”, said Bec. “We then are able to highlight the work of the farmers this way, and the story and challenges of farming through all seasons and weather – we get to empower our staff to think outside the box and really trust their skills” adds Trent.

With a growing team, customers heading from Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and beyond – the pair are excited for what year two will bring! Open Thurs to Sunday • www.kandangakitchen.com.au Images courtesy Mark Edmonds Photography

EUMUNDI KENILWORTH ROAD UPDATE

hank you to all those community members who signed my T petition to Parliament about the poor state of Eumundi– Kenilworth Road. I asked the Minister for Transport and Main

Roads (Hon Mark Bailey) about the ongoing maintenance issue.

The Minister said that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has a pavement rehabilitation project on Eumundi– Kenilworth Road programmed to take place this financial year.

Those works will take place in both lanes over 3.5 kilometres between the access of Belli Community Hall and Skyring Creek Road, Belli Park.

As for other sections of this busy Eumundi–Kenilworth Road, they will be evaluated and prioritised for treatment based on available funding and competing road network needs across the state.

Routine maintenance and minor operational safety works should be carried out as required.

• To keep up to date and help me continue the fight for this road for your community sign my petition at the link (closing at the end of November 2018) https://queensland.typeform.com/to/hfvOXa • Mobile Offices – Thank you to everyone who visited me at my Kenilworth Mobile Office a few weeks ago at Kenilworth Town Park. My next round of Mobile Offices are scheduled early in the New Year with an extra one at the Belli Hall. I look forward to meeting more locals in this fabulous Nicklin Electorate we all call home. Follow me on Facebook.com/martyhuntmp for future Mobile Office details.

Marty Hunt MP, State Member for Nicklin

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What’s on

SPRING/SUMMER 2018

Montville Festive Tree Lighting 5-8pm 1 December Montville Village Green, Montville

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Woombye Christmas in the Field

Council’s international broadband submarine cable project will be a real winner for our Sunshine Coast community.

6-9pm 1 December Woombye Soccer Club Tramfest Christmas Celebration 5-9pm 8 December Howard Street, Nambour Maleny Street Christmas Carnival 6-10pm 14 December Maple Street, Maleny Nambour Community Carols 3-8.15pm 15 December Nambour Showgrounds Glasshouse Country Community Carols 4-8.30pm 15 December Beerwah Sportsground

In recent months, we have made major steps forward with this project which will transform our region and benefit the broader Queensland community.

I’m excited about the many opportunities that will flow from the cable which should be in service by mid-2020.

5.30-8pm 19 December Montville Village Green Montville Kenilworth Community Christmas Eve 4.30-9pm 24 December Kenilworth Hall and Showgrounds

This project reinforces our vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region – healthy, smart creative.

Caloundra New Years Eve

Mayor Mark Jamieson

4-9.30pm 31 December Kings Beach Amphitheatre Mooloolaba New Years Eve 4pm - midnight 31 December The Esplanade, Mooloolaba Proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ Experience-Sunshine-Coast/Events

I’m really pleased to say that council is exploring new public amenities for Conondale Memorial Recreation Park.

This is part of the Master Plan for the park that includes new signage closer to a safer access point from Maleny – Kenilworth Road, and a new survey plan that will guide usage over the years ahead. The park is home to the Sunshine Coast Motor Cycle Club and council is working with the community to balance access, amenity and care for the environment for all stakeholders.

The fastest data and telecommunications transmission from Australia to Asia will happen from here on the Sunshine Coast.

This will help encourage local businesses to expand, new businesses to establish and new career opportunities to open up for people in the workforce now and for future generations.

Council has begun working with local businesses to raise awareness of the opportunities associated with the cable and what they should be considering to enable their business to grow.

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Conondale Memorial Park

Check your tanks While we have been blessed with good rains, the long-term forecast still shows less than average rainfall for the remainder of the year. I would encourage residents who rely on tank water to fill them up before they run dry. Last year some residents were without water until their water carrier could deliver to them. Book a delivery with your water carrier before you run out.

Division5@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au 07 5441 8043

Managing feral animals Each year council responds to more than 700 requests for help to manage wild dogs, feral deer, pigs, cats and foxes that damage property, crops, and livestock.

The good news is our programs are effective and in three years the feral deer numbers at five monitored sites are down.

To continue these great results, council will keep working with landowners, collecting data, research and surveys, and provide additional training for council staff working in this area.

Responsibly managing your household pets is another part of this initiative. To find what you can do to help protect our environment, visit council’s website.

LIVING IN DIVISION 5 COUNCILLOR JENNY MCKAY

From your councillor I recently visited Dianne Lanskey and Ian Webster’s beautiful Flaxton property and was inspired by the tremendous amount of work they had done on their land removing weeds and restoring vegetation.

Last year council awarded Dianne and Ian a Landholder’s Environment Grant.

This, with the practical assistance they

What’s being talked about in our community?

receive from their Voluntary Conservation Agreement, played a major role in the rehabilitation of their 32 acre property.

They have now planted over 28,000 trees,

Keeping your eye on development

removed many exotic and feral trees and

Development.i is your new way to view development and building applications across the Sunshine Coast, giving you access to this information at the same time as council.

Best of all, it’s as easy to navigate as a real estate search website, replacing PD Online which many found difficult to use. Simply enter the location or suburb, or navigate using a map view. The program will let you see all the applications since 2007, then, with one click it will unpack the details.

If you log in, you can save map searches or favourite properties and applications. You can also select to receive email alerts when new applications are lodged or as they progress through their assessment stages. Visit developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au to find out how it can work for you and watch my newspaper and Facebook updates for more on important local developments.

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their hard work. The ‘then and now’ photos show an incredible difference. Where there were empty paddocks, feral vegetation, landslip and erosion, there is now a forest of local species, with erosion and landslip controlled.

My congratulations go to the Lake Baroon Catchment Care Management Committee for winning the National Landcare Award for Excellent Sustainable Farm Practices at the National Landcare Conference – the only Queensland winner. What a great

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olice are looking for information in relation to a number of acts of vandalism which occurred at the Mary Valley State College and the toilet block at the Imbil Show grounds between the 21st of September and the 6th of October 2018. A fire had been started at the Show grounds toilet block whilst property within the school grounds had been damaged. We would love to hear from any person who may have seen this occur or can provide information about these matters. If you can assist, contact Imbil Police Station 5484 5222 or Crime Stoppers Qld on 1800 333 000.

• Enforcement Operations were conducted at the Borumba Dam over the September holidays. Police from the Hervey Bay Water Police issued eight infringements for safety and registration offences. Police from Hervey Bay Water Police, Imbil Police Station, SEQ water will continue to work together monitoring dam activities, particularly over peak holiday time periods.

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And it’s not only the casual drive market – it’s also the fast drive market. It was great recently to be able to attend (as a spectator only) the KCF Rallysport Short Course Challenge at Imbil. The event was catered for by the Mary Valley Show Society, and brought about 150 people from the Brisbane area to our magnificent region for the weekend.

I also attended the Australasian Off Road Vehicle Association weekend at the Muster site on Amamoor Creeek. This attracted about 40 people to Amamoor, most of whom stayed and ate locally.

Both of these events were strictly controlled, with close attention by the organisers to safety and environmental care. A special thanks must go to local police and Hancock Qld Plantations for their help and cooperation – what great community spirit all round.

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hat a busy time it has been for the local churches!

At the Blessing of the Pets at St Luke’s on 14 October were lovely well behaved dogs and one well behaved cat! Not a bark or a whimper to be heard! Those attending St Luke’s Patronal Day on 21 October gave thanks for all the dedicated health professionals who look after our community so well. The celebrant was Rev’d Canon Linda McWilliam from Anglicare.

In conjunction with Kenilworth ArtsFest, a Taize service was held at St Luke’s on 29 September. This quiet candle lit service featured readings and quiet music in a contemplative setting just on dusk.

Beautiful singing and music accompaniment was contributed by Rev’d Jeanette, Dianne, Robert, Peter, Gen and Suki.

• Sadly the Anglican church, Christchurch, at Imbil, in the former Mary Valley Parish is being de-consecrated at a service on 18 November at 2pm. St Luke’s in Kenilworth for many years was in this parish and closely associated with Christchurch. An invitation is extended to all. RSVP to 5482 2629 or anglican. gympie@bigpond.com • Despite heavy rain, many former parishioners joined in the 80th anniversary celebrations on 30 September of the consecration of St John Bosco Church, Kenilworth. The Sharry family members represented their forebears who had donated the land in the 1930s.

The ecumenical liturgy celebrated the communal theme of being one in diversity and also the importance of our connection with the land and the traditional custodians of the Upper Mary Valley.

A banner, beautifully created by Merle Murtagh, installed to commemorate the occasion, features a banksia flower, the Mary River and Walli Mountain, symbols of life and hope pictured top.

Music was provided by James Simpson on guitar and the beautiful

singing of his wife, Paula with local singers, Suki and Gen. A delicious lunch was shared at St Luke’s shed where the historical slide show was very popular. St John Bosco community is very grateful to our parish priest, Fr Graham Gatehouse, and to all who contributed to this special occasion.

St John Bosco is an inclusive community, encouraging the nurture of a spiritual life. Visitors comment on the way we celebrate in a context embracing both the traditional and contemporary aspects of sacraments and scripture.

• Mass is celebrated every third Sunday of the month at 11am with Liturgy of the Word on other Sundays 9am. www.nambourcatholics.com Enquiries: Lloyd 0409 489 440 or Irene 5446 9928.

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n 2 October at the State Campdraft Championships at Maryborough, our club (in Zone 6) was represented by Rachael, Jodi and Alice in the 17-25 year group. Alice obtained an outside score in both rounds placing her 2nd overall. This placed her in the Queensland State Team. Amaya also turned up after work to support and cheer them on.

On 3 October at the State Championships was the Stockman's Challenge. Peta and her horse Tango represented our club in this two phase competition. They ably completed the dry workout demonstrating cracking of whip, variations of gaits, spins, stops and rollbacks. This was followed by the wet workout of cattlework consisting of cutting a cow out of the camp and then controlling the direction of the beast in the arena. Peta and Tango achieved 11th place.

On 4 October, Peta, Rachael, Jodi and Alice competed at the State Formal Gymkhana. Peta placed 9th overall in the 17-21 years and

Rachael was 9th in the 21-25 years.

Not only did these girls prepare their own horses, they helped other Zone 6 riders prepare their horses, one of which won 1st place. What an inspiration! We also saw Caeli's previous ponies, Arabella and Prince, compete with their new riders. Prince took a Zone 6 rider to 7th place overall in the under 9 years. Caeli trained a champion!

On 5 October at the State Sporting Championships, our club was represented. Although no top five ribbon places, our riders made some new best times.

Finally, on 6 October the last day of the State Championships, at the Mounted Games, our KPC stars Jodi, Alice and Rachael teamed up with Glass House PC rider, Roxie. Over eight events they managed 1x 2nd, 2 x 3rd, 4 x 4th, 1 x 6th to place 4th overall.

Top left, Alice Gillis and top right, Rachael Law pictured competing at the State Championships at Maryborough. Images by Caeli Hinkler.

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Several indicated they were spending one or more nights here.

Presentation Night was a lovely social event. Our thanks to McGinns for great food and, thanks to Leah’s choc-coated strawberries, we were able to support the strawberry farmers.

• Thanks to Cr Greg Rogerson, Joe Natoli, and Ian McKay for their professional and caring presentation. Rowley Drysdale, Victoria Fitzpatrick and Lynda Griffin did an awesome job judging the many entries of paintings and 3-D works. Not an easy task.

• A good number of art works were sold, a wonderful 'plus' to many

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The club has two hard surface courts, and would welcome enquiries from local or nearby residents of Kenilworth wishing to enjoy a hit with family or friends. Court hire fees are as follows: • Day $10 per hour/per court • Evening $15 per hour/per court The club currently holds Junior tennis coaching sessions, social tennis and ladies’ fixtures as listed below: • Junior Coaching:

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of the artists. We estimated about 500 visitors came to the Art Exhibition – a wonderful way to promote Kenilworth and the Mary Valley.

The Poetry Competition really exploded this year so many entries!

It was interesting to see how many men sent entries. Thank you to the Pente Poets for judging – a big job! A highlight for the poets was the Poets’ Breakfast Presentation Prize where the winner recited his poem at the ever popular Poets’ Breakfast. Next year we are planning on adding a limerick competition.

• Birgit Kehr’s photographic exhibition, “Dairying Days in the Mary Valley”, was well received and added a touch of history.

This industry has long been such a key economic factor in the Valley. Our thanks also to Birgit for taking all the promotional photos, ready for next year. Of course, it goes without saying how important was the very generous support from our many sponsors.

Their contribution to these local community events is vital and is always greatly appreciated. We also must thank the Sunshine Coast Council for the ongoing support given to our ArtsFest over the past twenty-two years through successive councillors.

The Sunshine Coast has become renowned for its support of the arts. There are big art shows like the Sunshine Coast Art Prize.

However, the smaller arts events organised by local groups right throughout the region keep the arts world alive and accessible to so many artists. Thanks to the interest in our ArtsFest, Kenilworth continues to be one of the major arts centres in the “bush behind the beach”. Pictured top, People's Choice Award won by Judith EdwardsWhite titled “A Gentle Touch”. Full winners list in MVV 5 Dec issue.

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a regular Saturday morning market – from 7am to noon.

We already have a variety of stalls. If you are a stallholder who is interested please email amamoorstation@gmail.com to register your interest. Applications are open for art and craft, food and drinks, local producers and artisans.

Our focus is going to be on “locally sourced” or “locally made”.

Whether it is fresh produce, new or upcycled you can either buy or sell at the market, and catch a glimpse of the Mary Valley Rattler if you are at the station around 10.30am.

It’s not only about the markets though. There are loads of history boards set up at the station describing how vital the rail has been in the Mary Valley for over 100 years!

Some of our FoA rockstar volunteers are going to be there each Saturday, showcasing some of the area’s businesses and selling our local produce. If this is something that you would like to get involved with – either as a producer, business owner or just to help set-up or man the stall – please get in touch asap. Unfortunately the weather was not on our side for the October Cheers & Beers and for safety concerns; we decided it was best to cancel.

• Our next Cheers & Beers will be on Friday 9 November and we are lucky enough to have the Amamoor School P&C catering for us, providing delicious pasta, garlic bread and salad. $12 full serve or $6 half serve. Have the night off and join us from 5.30pm.

• Save the date! Friday 14 December is our End of Year Celebration, starting at 3pm with a range of kid’s activities and continuing into the evening with twilight markets, food trucks and maybe even some games for the big kids! We are looking forward to a great evening for the community to celebrate what a wonderful year we have had here in the Mary Valley!

A big ‘shout out’ to Jacinta from ‘Natives R Us’ for providing the plants and the people power to give the gardens at the station a much needed revamp.

The Gympie Regional Council have also been very supportive by mowing the Station and upgrading the toilet facilities.

Friends of Amamoor are in the process of organising a container deposit facility at the Station. The new Coex Recycling Scheme is due to start 1 November. We will keep you posted on what is happening through our Facebook page and newsletters.

We, at Friends of Amamoor, are grateful and appreciative of all the support we receive from local organisations and businesses, for the volunteers who give their time and skill and for you all who support our events and activities. www.facebook.com/FriendsofAmamoor/

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OOT TOOT!!! It was a long awaited sound that we finally heard at the Amamoor Station on Saturday 6 October, with the first run of the Rattler. What a

great day of celebration and festivities!

Thank you to the amazing volunteers who turned the canteen and surrounding area into an attractive, interesting and beautifully presented display.

We also thank the Gympie Regional Council, in particular Sherry Lowe and Lesa Bell for their help, support and efforts they made to get the Station looking smart and for organising market stalls.

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