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n Monday, 17 February 2020, the Kenilworth Designer Dunny ‘Canistrum’ (Latin: Fishing Basket) was officially unwrapped to the public.

The idea of an artwork toilet came from the community in response to an offer made by Sunshine Coast Council to install public art in Isaac Moore Park, a popular recreation area for locals and visitors alike. A toilet which was a necessity for public health, could be both a creative and functional work of art.

An Australian wide and international competition in 2016 was won by Michael Lennie, whose design was inspired by an Aboriginal fishing basket. The design was chosen by a panel of judges which included the Kenilworth community.

In attendance were Mayor Mark Jamieson, and outgoing Councillors Greg Rogerson (Div 10) and Jenny McKay (Div 5) along with the KDD steering committee, pictured left. Front cover and inside photos all kindly supplied by Carol Gilmour. Editor's sidebar: there were also some joyous images not included, showing cavalier attitudes towards toilet paper. Much has transpired in six weeks and our thoughts are with all of the Mary Valley and Australia. Stay home. Be well.

KENILWORTH COMMUNITY 2020 ANZAC DAY SERVICE

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KENILWORTH SHOWGROUNDS PUBLIC NOTICE

ue to the COVID19 virus and in order to meet our duty of care, the Kenilworth Showgrounds camping is now closed to all non essential travellers and all Easter bookings are now cancelled. Enquiries and for dump point access, please phone the caretakers on 0438 849 947.

he President and members of the Kenilworth RSL Sub Branch wish to advise that due to risks of exposing community members to COVID19 infection and Government directions relating to mass gatherings the 2020 ANZAC Day service is cancelled.

The flags will fly over the Kenilworth memorial wall on ANZAC Day and if family members choose to lay a wreath they should make sure they comply with the health advice and directions issued by the Government that relate to social distancing and gatherings of people.

HOLIDAY PARKS CLOSE FOR HOLIDAY-MAKERS

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unshine Coast Council on 30 March 2020, announced its six Holiday Parks will be closed to holiday-makers amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and following a directive by the Federal Government. Council has six Holiday Parks, located at Dicky Beach, Mooloolaba Beach, Maroochydore Beach, Cotton Tree, Mudjimba Beach and Coolum Beach.

Only essential travellers, will be accepted until 31 May 2020 and online bookings are closed. Guests who are travelling for essential, compassionate, or in-transit purposes may still be permitted to stay. Permanent residents at the parks are also able to stay in their place of residence.

Essential travellers include people: • Travelling from within Australia and have nowhere to go – those with no fixed address.

• Travelling from within Australia and have a fixed address but cannot return home.

• Travelling from within Australia – and need to be on the Sunshine Coast for medical or family reasons.

• Those who need to temporarily work on the Sunshine Coast.

Additional cleaning has been implemented at shared amenities for holiday parks where essential travellers or permanent residents are staying.

Those deemed to be on holiday or non-essential travellers were today being asked to return home.

Non-essential travel bookings will not be accepted for stays until 31 May which regrettably, includes the Easter school holiday break, which is shaping up to be like no other holiday period.

Any future bookings and deposits will be refunded and guests will be contacted regarding cancellations.

To protect those at risk, under no circumstances will guests be allowed to self-isolate at the Holiday Parks.

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t time of print these services are either open or closed. Trade providers advertising in this issue are also open for business.

If in doubt, email lenore.meldrum@bigpond.com (Chair for the Local Disaster Management Group) for relevant updates to our MVV Excel sheet for next month. One in four won't show symptoms yet still be a 'spreader'; please act as if you already have the virus.

• Town / Business Open (Black) Closed (Red) Kenilworth Kenilworth Hotel Bar & Takeaway closed Kenilworth Bottleshop Bottleshop 11am-6pm Kenilworth Boutique Accommodation: open for long term isolators Kenilworth Post Office: 9am - 5pm Mon-Fri; Sat 9-11am Kenilworth Pizza closed Top Café Take Away Kenilworth Bakery: Takeaway / Home delivery.

McGinns: Takeaway phone orders 5446 0025.

Kenilworth Information Centre closed Kenilworth Garage Kenilworth Friendly Grocer Kenilworth Swimming Pool closed Kenilworth Museum closed Kenilworth Showgrounds: Must call to check 0438 849 947.

Kookaburra Park: Please email stay@kookaburrapark.com.au Boorumba Deer Park: For travellers seeking a place to isolate.

Boorumba Fishing Imbil Camp Retreat closed Imbil Barber Imbil Bakery Imbil Butcher: Call to check 5484 5214.

Imbil Friendly Grocer Imbil Garage Imbil Post Office Imbil Hairdresser

Imbil Hotel Bar closed:Imbil Hotel Meals Takeaway 6-8pm Imbil Hotel Bottle Shop Hotel trading hours Imbil Red Cross Op Shop closed Kandanga Hair Studio 73: Call to check 0419 732 478.

Kandanga Post Office Kandanga Snack Bar & Convenience Store: Takeaway Bos Rural Supplies Kandanga Country Club Bar is closed; and only takeaway phone orders Thurs, Fri, Sat 12 noon-7pm 5484 3253 − pickup 5-7pm.

Bottleshop available to Members and Reciprocal Members only.

Kandanga Kitchen (Café): Call to check 0490 496 706.

Kandanga Hotel Bottle Shop: 11am- 12 Noon; 3- 5pm Amamoor Post Office and Store Amamoor's Blue & White Teapot Café closed Amamoor Station Click Clack Café closed

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COMMUNITY ADVERTISING IN 1919 – AND THE SPANISH FLU

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he Spanish flu, also known as the 1918 flu pandemic, was an unusually deadly influenza pandemic. Lasting from January 1918 to December 1920, it infected 500 million people—about a quarter of the world's population at the time. The death toll is estimated to have been anywhere from 17 million[ to 50 million, and possibly as high as 100 million, making it one of the deadliest epidemics in human history. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Spanish_flu

Advertising about the pandemic in 1919 is interesting, ranging from official notifications to sales of product.

During the 2020 Pandemic – stay safe – stay home – keep well.

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth & District Historical Assn Inc.

Kenilworth Museum is closed.

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FIRST AID SERVICE AT KENILWORTH

he Queensland Ambulance Service is located at: 11 Margaret Street Kenilworth Qld. Paramedics are available 24 hours, seven days a week. If you require an ambulance ring TRIPLE ZERO “000” and an ambulance will be sent to your location to provide treatment and transport.

Kenilworth Ambulance station has a treatment room to provide advice and treatment of minor injuries when the local doctor is unavailable.

• Should you require first aid assistance at the station, use the intercom located at the front gate to speak with an officer on station, if no answer use the emergency triple Zero “000” phone located on the wall and ask the operator for ambulance.

• Station admin enquiries only. Phone: 5454 1001 This station may be unattended due to the paramedic being out attending other cases.

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RAINFALL MOY POCKET – MARCH 2020

by Graham Brennan This March we had 77mm. The driest March since 2015 with 23mm. Last March we had 183mm. The 19 year average for March 152mm. Rain fell on 16 days. The 19 year average for March being 18 days. First three months of 2020 576mm. Wettest January to March since 2015 which had 633mm. Last year we had 310mm.

The 19 year average for January to March 522mm.

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his difficult time for people, families and communities will mean building resilience, complying with directions, getting information from reliable sources and looking after each other. Social distancing does not mean social disconnection.

These are some ideas for staying connected: • Experiment with *Zoom or Skype or Facetime (Apple users only) to organise your usual group activities − just get together using these platforms for morning tea together or a drink or a games night. This may mean learning a new skill in a rural area with unreliable telecommunications but give it a go. Google how to set this up.

• Check out the national Neighbour Day Facebook site (Relationships Australia) for neighbourly tips. If you have conflict with neighbours, now's the time to work it out.

We all have a part to play in creating healthy, suicide safer communities. Keep an eye on people who you know may be vulnerable at this time.

Notice if they are not their usual selves. Rather than expecting them to reach out to you, reach in to them and ask about their welfare. Don't accept a glib answer. Be prepared to sit with an uncomfortable response. Listen rather than give advice or try to fix them up.

• Follow or like our Suicide Prevention in Local Communities − Sunshine Coast on https://www.facebook.com/SuicidePreventionInLocalCommunities/ • We will keep you informed about on line activities that support connection, basic one hour free training about suicide prevention, and future events.

• Unfortunately our Loneliness − Let's be Connected Forum Mooloolaba TAFE on 16 April is now postponed until 24 September.

There was never a better time to have this Sunshine Coast wide discussion but hopefully we'll be able to bring our imaginative ideas and experiences for stronger, connected communities in September. We'll all experience some loneliness in the next few months so, once again, please reach in to each other and practice being kind and patient. This is not always easy for me either!

• For support contact: Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467

DVCONNECT: Womensline 1800 811 811

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umerous events and activities have been cancelled with the latest service to be impacted being the Gympie Regional Libraries which will close to customers from Monday 23 March until further notice in order to help slow the spread of the virus.

Gympie Regional Council CEO Bernard Smith highlighted some of the areas of concern.

“We’re currently working and planning for the continuation of our critical services should the situation significantly escalate, how we deliver these, with the priority of ensuring the ongoing welfare and safety of staff and the community. We are also looking at how we can best support local business. We know businesses are already hurting; what are the measures Council could take to deal with the economic impact? We are also talking to the chambers of commerce and will update the community very soon on this.”

Bernard Smith said some of the proposals being looked at included reducing or eliminating business costs and fees and the promotion of the region with a shop local campaign to name a few.

“We’re also looking at our capital works program with an emphasis on projects with a high employment and local content in order to support local employment,” he said. “We will do all we can as a Council to support our community through these uncertain times, this is our priority and our focus.”

• Council will be establishing a hotline to assist businesses who have general enquiries, need particular advice, or are working under regulatory requirements which do not directly impact the community but are restricting the business’ ability to operate under the current circumstances, which if where more flexible, would be of assistance.

• Gympie Regional Council will update the community via the council website, facebook page and local media outlets.

For Health advice or information visit www.health.qld.gov.au

GREETINGS BUSINESS AND TOURISM OPERATORS

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he AGM for the Mary Valley Inc (MVI) AGM set for the 30 March 2020 was cancelled. This has been authorised by the OFT (Office of Fair Trading) under the circumstances. Another date will be set in accordance with Government directions.

MVI Management Committee will continue to meet in a virtual format to ensure that any projects or works are finalised etc.

Whilst this current situation is unfathomable on many levels, as a collective we (the Mary Valley) are positioned to offer the rest of Queensland and Australia an amazing local, affordable, safe and friendly holiday destination once all this is over.

This ‘time out’ is our opportunity to plan ahead so people have this information for when they are ready to take a break away from the cities etc.

Keep an eye out for announcements in the coming weeks, months on how we can do this for the Valley – and even the Gympie Region. You will all be invited to offer contributions once we sort out a new method of engagement that works well.

• If you are interested in being involved on the Committee in the meantime, please do not hesitate to get in touch as there are some ‘casual vacant’ Management Committee positions open.

The team at MVI wish every single one of you and your families all the best during this time. We commend the isolation restrictions to everyone and trust that you will all emerge the other side ready to tackle the new future.

• Remember we have a Facebook page (Mary Valley Country).

We ask you to post positive things you are doing, funny things, coping activities, fun and encouraging items and help build our Mary Valley business and tourism community through this time, thank you. This is also an opportunity to promote what the Mary Valley is also about – community – fun – fabulous location etc. etc. etc.

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MARY VALLEY W Novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

Council is committed to supporting Queensland Health as the lead agency responsible for responding to COVID-19 and will ensure our community is kept informed.

Anyone with health concerns can call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or find up-to-date reliable information on the Queensland Health website.

To find out the most up-to-date information, follow the dedicated COVID-19 link from the home page of our website.

#CovidKindness - how you can help

Together we can build a strong community.

Council has brought together resources, ideas and information to help you explore new opportunities to become a more connected and supportive neighbourhood during and after COVID-19.

Go to Council’s website to download your #CovidKindness postcard to pop into your neighbour’s mailbox.

CUSTOMER CONTACT sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Council/ Contact-Council There are many ways to contact Council.

MyCouncil - Council’s online gateway to view rates notices, submit service requests and registrations.

LiveChat - online facility operates during business hours and is not a robot.

Call Back - Council also operates a convenient and time saving call back function for our customers to use.

Email - at customerservice@sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au and we will action your request promptly.

Support for businesses Federal, state and local governments are providing support for businesses who are affected by novel coronavirus. For more information go to Council’s website and click on the dedicated Support for Business page.

Online library services Stuck at home? Access Sunshine Coast Libraries' eLibrary anytime and anywhere, 24/7. There is so much on offer, accessible from the comfort of your home. Check out the latest eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eMusic, eMovies and more.

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TED O’BRIEN MP | FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX

e are currently living in uncertain times, unlike anything we have ever experienced before. The situation with COVID-19 is forcing many of us to make difficult decisions around caring for our families, our finances and our livelihoods. And all this, only increases the level of anxiety people have around the illness itself.

Please be assured that the Government is taking this situation very seriously.

We are constantly reviewing and updating measures to combat this health crisis, based on the best advice from our country’s leading health experts. We are also focused on meeting the challenges of the economic crisis that has also arisen.

March saw the Federal Government pass three, multi-billion economic support packages – each larger than the last.

The first – $17.6 billion – was largely about helping small businesses with their cash flow; the second – $66.1 billion – was about cushioning the blow with support for low income earners, the newly unemployed and flailing businesses; while the third – an unprecedented $130 billion – is primarily about keeping people in jobs.

Key measures include: JobKeeper Payment – Businesses that are set to lose 30% or more of their revenues due to Coronavirus, will be able to claim a fortnightly payment of $1,500 per eligible employee from 30 March for a maximum of six months, with that full $1,500 to be passed directly onto their employees.

Coronavirus supplement – Will be paid at a rate of $550 per fortnight for the next six months on top of the JobSeeker Payment (formerly Newstart), Youth Allowance, Parenting Payment, Farm Household Allowance and Special Benefit. Asset test and waiting periods for the JobSeeker Payment have also been waived.

Partner income threshold – From March 31, the ‘partner income test’ for welfare support was lifted from $48,000 to more than $79,000, making it possible for tens of thousands more Australians to access a range of government allowances.

Support for businesses – Assistance includes temporary relief for financially distressed businesses, backing business investment, supporting apprentices and trainees.

The Government is also providing up to $100,000, with a minimum payment of $20,000, to eligible small and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profits (NFPs) with paid employees. These payments will help businesses and NFPs with their cash flow so they can keep operating, pay their rent, electricity and other bills.

Finally, please take social distancing seriously.

We might be isolated, but we are not alone. Together we will get through this.

For up-to-date, accurate information, including eligibility details for the measures outlined above, please visit https://www.australia.gov.au

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CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

irst of all, all the churches in Kenilworth do send everyone a “Cheerio” but more than that – our sincere prayers for your health and wellbeing during this trying time.

Let’s start on a happy note! St Luke’s Anglican and St John Bosco RC churches came together again on 15 March to hold a very enjoyable St Patrick’s Day Singalong followed by a traditional Irish Stew supper with maybe a sip or two of Guinness. A very happy evening!

• As you probably know, all church services have been cancelled and all churches and church buildings closed. This means Lenten Studies and Meditation in Kenilworth at St John Bosco’s have been cancelled and also Tai Chi classes at St Luke’s.

• For Anglicans, Eucharistic Services (priests only – no congregation) are being livestreamed from St George’s, Maleny, St Mary’s, Montville and from St Luke’s, Kenilworth on a rotational basis. Parishioners and anyone interested should set up Zoom on their computers.

If you have any queries, please consult the Maleny Anglican Parish website.

Anglicans with any queries , please contact the Maleny Parish Office on angmaleny@ westnet.com.au or 5499 9130 or for urgent calls, contact Rev’d Ann on 0408 983 193 or Rev’d Canon Jim on 0408 225 157.

Sadly, Easter Services during Holy Week and over Easter will not take place.

• Also cancelled is our popular St Luke’s Street Stall on Easter Saturday.

If you need any assistance in any way, please call 5446 0171.

• For any RC parishioners with concerns, please contact Sue on 0439 130 158.

Whether you are a church-goer or not, a believer or not, the people of all the churches in Kenilworth will keep you in our prayers.

Stay safe and stay well.

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MARY VALLEY RELAXATION 'GIFTS' AND MUSIC TO HEAL

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ust to let you know that my husband Christian is now offering a free hypnotherapy MP3 download on his website to help people lower their anxiety.

Called 'Gifts', it is a very gentle self-hypnosis MP3 designed to create a deep feeling of relaxation and give you a bit of time out from all the stress. If you would like to download 'Gifts', please visit https://christiandunham.net/ − feel free to share it with anyone else you think might benefit.

We all want to do something to help relieve some of the anxiety people are feeling at the moment. In my case, as a singersongwriter, I have just released a new song About Everything that will be on my next album. With best wishes, hear it here: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5gl4aLyk0g&feature=youtu.be Emily Maguire, Obi Obi

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PUBLIC TOILET HYGIENE CONCERNS

would like to ask the newly elected councillors if our hinterland public toilets could all be improved with soap and proper toilet paper, along with some bins would be a considerate idea.

Taps that need to be continually pressed down to access water, means an amputee can not wash their hands. Public toilets are better down by the coast. If it's good enough for our rate paying coastal family to have soap and other facilities it must be ok for us hinterland rate payers, west of the Bruce Highway to have the same. So why has it not happened, ever?! We are all in the same council.

Also incontinence pads are an issue for some people, women and men so where are the sanitary bins for both genders?

Chris Gwin, Conondale

ANDREW POWELL MP | STATE MEMBER FOR GLASS HOUSE MALENY-KENILWORTH ROAD UPGRADE IS FINALLY HERE!

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t's about eleven years overdue, but now is finally the time to celebrate a huge win with the people of Conondale, Cambroon and Kenilworth!

After more than a decade of petitions, emails, me walking the road and the locals even blockading the road at one point, the Depart. of Transport and Main Roads have finally allocated $4.9M to design and construct two lanes (that's one in each direction) on Maleny-Kenilworth Road between Lees Road and Cambroon Creek and around the Booloumba Crk Road intersection.

Maleny-Kenilworth Road is a designated tourist route 22.

For it to have a single bitumen lane to accommodate tourists, locals, school buses and heavy vehicles has been disgraceful and dangerous.

Ever since I became the Member for Glass House, it has been one of my highest priorities to get it fixed.

My last request now is that if there’s any possibility, particularly with the looming “jobs crisis” following COVID-19, TMR accelerate the work and complete it for holidaymakers in Easter 2021, but if not that's okay too, because we are just so grateful that it's finally happening.

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KENILWORTH BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION

es, we are open! While non-essential travel is now discouraged, and we have had a lot of cancellations and postponements, we have also had inquiry for longer term stays from people wanting to self-isolate.

Please contact us direct for special longer term stays, and ‘locals’ rates. Just www.visitkba.com.au or call 0472 908 178.

Stay healthy.

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FEES AND CHARGES TO ASSIST BUSINESSES

unshine Coast Council will assist local business with commercial fees and charges relief as part of an economic stimulation package to help businesses survive the impacts of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor and Chair of the Local Disaster Management Group Mark Jamieson said this was just one of a range of measures which would provide support across our community.

“What is important at this point in time is that we come together as a community, support each other, look out for each other, show kindness and consideration,” Mayor Jamieson said.

“Now more than ever, we must think locally in every decision we make.

“Following approval from council at today’s (19 March) Ordinary Meeting, the Chief Executive Officer is now authorised to exercise discretion to review and, if required, waive, commercial and cost recovery fees during the National declared emergency.

“This will give council officers greater agility to assist businesses following the recently introduced significant public health measures* put in place by the Federal and State Government to manage the spread of COVID-19,” Mayor Jamieson said.

“The COVID-19 pandemic is having, and will continue to have, a major impact on our community and on our local businesses.

“Given the rapidly changing environment and the impacts we are seeing at a local level, council wants to ensure it can respond quickly and appropriately to requests from the community and businesses and ensure any local stimulus measures complement the Federal and State Government programs announced in recent weeks and help to keep local residents employed.

“Council staff have been tasked with urgently exploring every opportunity to assist our community and local businesses and this includes tailored business support solutions which are currently being developed. Council will consult with businesses asking, for example, if they need a review, reimbursement or waiver of fees and charges on footpath and outdoor dining and trading, food licensing fees, community and major events and filming applications and refunds on venue hire bookings, among others.

“Officers are also exploring how best to keep the construction industry moving and ensure that jobs and money flowing through the economy continues. Short term accommodation property owners wishing to change their offering to long term accommodation will be able to seek a review of their general rates category.

“At the end of the day, our council and our community want to see our local businesses continue operating, continue employing staff and managing though these challenging times.

“In addition to council assisting with local fees and charges it will also, where possible, add extra staff to key processes to accelerate approvals. It is important to note that we will not compromise on any health and safety certification or approval processes but we will endeavour to get these done as quickly as possible to keep businesses and projects going.”

On 18 March, Mayor Jamieson announced the council was expediting payments to its 7200 active suppliers where possible, and subject to resourcing.

“Our finance team will do everything it can to expedite the processing of payments and will target paying the invoices within seven days, provided all of the information has been provided, and the goods have been received or the services delivered within contractual arrangements,” Mayor Jamieson said.

“Council pays suppliers, on average, $30 million per month, and half of our invoices are paid within seven days. Speeding up payments to our suppliers will inject $15 million into the local economy sooner, assisting with the cash flow, general business liquidity and the ability to keep people employed.”

Businesses are encouraged to visit council’s website for more information on council, Federal and State government assistance available during COVID-19.

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KENILWORTH PONY CLUB

ebruary saw member Maddy O’Grady, competing at Nambour showjumping receiving 4th AM5, Power and Speed 4th achieving overall 4th place. She also attended Zone 6 showjumping attaining 1st AM5 and 5th AM6, 5th overall on Katie. Congratulations Maddy for such wonderful achievements.

March has being a busy month for our club seeing our members out and about competing.

On 8 March Sonia, Sharne, Racheal, Alice and Jodi competed at Maleny Dressage.

Alice and Jodi Gillis both competed in Preliminary 13 and under 26 class. Alice received 2nd for test 1B attaining 4th overall and Jodi received 9th overall.

Sonia, Sharne and Rachel competed in a very competitive seniors group. Sharne Andrew, riding Tango placed 6th in Novice test 2B. On 15 March member Alice and Le Cheval Isle Be Smart, pictured competed at Pine Rivers Combined Training. She received 2nd in dressage test 1A and a clear round of showjumping, for a 2nd overall.

Congratulations to all members on your great results.

HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT YOUR FUTURE LATELY?

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aybe it is time that you do, and here is how. The Going OffGrid Festival is now on the 21-22 November, 2020 at the Imbil Showgrounds (Mary Valley) Queensland.

With the current situation occurring around the world, now more than ever people are turning to all things off-grid as they realise that they have forgotten how to be self-sufficient and have become too reliant on the system and not on their local community, panic buying of seedlings, chickens, potting mix along with food staples shows dramatically how much we don’t know if you have missed out in being prepared this time now is the time to prepare for the future, let the Going Off-Grid Festival show you how.

The festival is designed to help explore alternative ways of sustainable living and emerging technology. The public is urged not to be afraid to explore something new or to ask questions.

There will be lots of exciting events happening over Saturday and Sunday with live entertainment, workshops and guest speakers, it is not something to be missed.

The line-up of guest speakers at this year’s festival will be huge.

All of the guest speakers attending the festival are experts in their fields we will welcome Phil Dudman, with hands-on gardening workshops and information sessions for all ages; Martin Freney Founder of Earthship Eco Homes, Elli Webb and Dale Watson from Gympie Council, Tom Kendall from Permeco, Claudia Silva, Ahtee Chia, Johanna Kloot amongst many others presenting workshops and information sessions throughout both days relating to one of the seven areas.

The two-day festival will be exploring a diverse array of sustainable living ideas and emerging technologies, we will also have the inaugural Going Off-Grid Film Festival, Laser Light Show and Tiny House dance party on Saturday night.

The seven areas being explored over the two days of the festival include renewable energies, house and homes, emerging technologies, neighbourhood/community, traditional crafts, healing yourself naturally and farming alternatives.

These areas are designed to kick-start a life of sustainability whilst also integrating the use of emerging technologies; with everything being provided through workshops, guest speakers and a variety of exhibitors.

This festival a family-friendly day out and one that no one should miss, it is the right idea at the right time, in the right place.

Wayne Pina-Roozemond, 0415 800 888 recharge@gogfest.com.au

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Aust. Body Art Festival – Cooroy Easter Weekend Rattler Imbil Easter Carnival ANZAC Day Kenilworth Hotel 11th Car Show Sunshine Coast Ukulele Festival Maleny Wood Expo Gympie Garden Show Cooroy Fusion Festival Mary Valley Arts Show Gympie Show Maleny Agricultural Show Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show Kenilworth Food Fest Noosa Alive Festival Kenilworth ArtsFest Mary River Festival TBC

OFFICE OF LIQUOR AND GAMING REGULATION QUEENSLAND: 22 MARCH UPDATE

rgent COVID-19 update for licensees: On 22 March, the National Cabinet agreed to implement new rules for places where Australian’s gather in a bid to halt the spread of coronavirus.

From midday Monday 23 March 2020, the following businesses will be closed: • Pubs, registered and licensed clubs (excluding bottle shops attached to these venues), hotels (excluding accommodation).

• Entertainment venues, casinos, night clubs and cinemas.

• Restaurants and cafes will be restricted to takeaways and / or home deliveries.

We understand the significant impact this will have on our hotel, club and hospitality industries and we will continue to work closely with industry representatives to support Queensland licensees through this unprecedented time.

Further information will be provided as it becomes available. www.pm.gov.au/me…/update-coronavirus-measures-220320

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t will not come as a surprise that the 2020 Kenilworth Kenilworth ArtsFest in October has been postponed until further notice which means in COUNCIL all likelihood it won’t happen this year.

The June Art Exhibition co-hosted by Kenilworth Arts Council and Artists Alliance Australia has been cancelled.

KAC is looking at how the 2020 Poetry Competition might possibly go ahead as it can be conducted totally online. The Management C’tee is still working on this via lots of emails back and forth.

In line with current restrictions, the Easter Trash ‘n Treasure Fair and Sausage Sizzle will not be held.

KAC started the year on such an enthusiastic note with a wonderful Members and Friends Forum in February which brought forth lots of great ideas for functions. Never mind – they will keep and we can get going again with gusto when we come out of this trying time.

To all our members, friends and the general public, we say, “Stay safe, keep well and look after each other.”

Our very best wishes to all.

KAC Management Committee

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MESSAGE TO BARUNG LANDCARE MEMBERS

s a result of the Government’s efforts to reduce the spread of COVID 19, our major event, the Maleny Wood Expo has been cancelled for 2020. We would like to thank all of you who volunteered and hope we see you again next year.

Your committee has determined that in order to protect members and staff, some further changes are required.

These main changes, are effective immediately: • Porter’s Lane Nursery will serve customers by appointment only, and no entry to the nursery will be allowed without an appointment. However to keep our staff employed, we do need to keep selling plants, and so we encourage members who want to take advantage of the great planting weather to make use of our on-line stocklist, call Cam on 0429 943 152 or email the Nursery with your order, nursery@barunglandcare.org.au and make arrangements to collect your plants.

• As many of our nursery volunteers are in the high-risk age bracket, we have decided to terminate volunteer activities for the most part. There are some tasks that do not require close contact with others, which some volunteers may be prepared to continue with. Cam will call you individually if your skills fall in this area.

• Our office will operate with only one staff person in attendance each day, with the others working from home. If you need to call in to the office, please call Theresa beforehand 0429 707 031 and do not come in if you are unwell in any way.

• Education and workshop programs will also be suspended for the foreseeable future. If you had planned to attend one of our advertised workshops, please keep an eye on our website and your emails for when they re-start.

• The Committee has begun meeting weekly by videoconference, so it can deal with any issues arising from the rapidly changing circumstances. If you have any concerns that you think the Committee should address, please let us know by phone or email.

For the moment, Landsborough Nursery, and our Natural Area Services teams will continue to operate as normal, but with a number of changes to comply with social distancing guidelines.

We do not expect these changes to be a significant constraint to continuing our contracted work.

Please bear with us as we work to keep Barung operating and viable into the future. We encourage all of our members to look after each other, and do everything that you can to stay healthy!

Barung Landcare Association Inc, 38A Coral St, Maleny

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t all started when I decided I needed a change in my life. I was travelling and working as an aerial surveyor all over Australia and many other countries so I was barely home. I have to check my passport to remember all the places I have been, but from the moment I first arrived in Australia in 2007 I fell in love with the broad diversity of our region, it has everything from Rainforests to small crop farming and convenient metropolitan services within half an hours drive.

In 2017 the sudden death of my friends dog highlighted the absence of a local pet crematorium. It drew my attention and planted the idea of a home based life where I could get to know my neighbours, make more memories and grow old with them so I made a plan to make it happen.

Early in 2019 Mary Valley Pet Cremation was “born” and started operating in December that same year. I service the Wide Bay and the entire Gympie Regional council area including the northern Sunshine Coast and Hinterland. I wish to continue operating as a small local business and keep a close contact with my clients.

The loss of a beloved pet is heart wrenching, which is why I think it's important that my clients know I will always honour the bond they shared. I respect their grief and fulfil all services with dignity and kindness.

Matthias Lochthofen and Simba, pictured  advertisement page 3

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QUEENSLAND’S NRM REGIONAL BODIES LEADING THE CHARGE ON FIRE RECOVERY AND FUTURE RESILIENCE

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wo months on from the worst eastern Australian bushfires in living history, Regional Bodies responsible for natural resource management (NRM) across Queensland are delivering recovery programs in affected areas and talking to Government about future preparedness.

Earlier this month the Chair of NRM Regions Queensland, Julie Boyd, met with the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy, Dr Anthony Lynham to discuss the role of Regional Bodies in supporting communities to build resilience to natural disasters.

The Minister reiterated the need for the NRM Regional Bodies to be front and centre in the current bushfire recovery process.

Ms Boyd said, “Queensland’s NRM Regional Bodies are embedded within these fire-affected regions and are working actively with local communities to support recovery activities. But just as importantly, we are continually doing on-ground works designed to build the resilience of our natural landscapes to cope with these natural disasters as well as using fire as a land management tool in places such as Cape York”.

“Whilst the recent Australian Government’s pledge of $50M to help rescue and protect wildlife affected by the bushfires across eastern Australia is welcomed, the need for ongoing resources and funds will go well beyond this figure.”

Ms Boyd said that Queensland Regional Bodies in affected areas have been promised small allocations of funding to start some threatened species protection work as well as for pest plant and animal control.

Sheila Charlesworth, CEO, Burnett Mary Regional Group, said her region was focusing on working through existing collaborative arrangements with Traditional Owner and Landcare groups to undertake threat abatement and recovery actions for threatened species within two key areas of the Burnett Mary region recently impacted by wildfire as well as undertake works to control outbreaks of weeds of national significance such as madeira vine, rubber vine, asparagus sp, prickly pears, cat’s claw creeper and prickly acacia.

These bushfires across eastern Australia burnt around 20 million hectares over four months destroying a number of world heritage areas and landscapes that our First Nations people tell us have never burnt before. This along with the estimated 1 billion mammals, birds and reptiles destroyed in the fires is resulting in an immediate environmental crisis that needs a long and well planned out road to recovery. Whilst the loss of human life in this event has been tragic, it is also estimated that around one third of all koalas in NSW alone lost their lives in the fires.

Please note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic all BMRG staff will be working from home until further notice.

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MARTY HUNT MP | STATE MEMBER FOR NICKLIN

e are in this together. That’s the message from the Prime Minister and it is certainly true. Australia is facing a very tough health and economic challenge that cannot be underestimated. Everyone must do their bit to reduce the spread of the Corona (Covid-19) virus. The simplest message among all the others is to maintain physical distancing. This is something we can all do and minimising contact with other people as much as possible. With all the cancelled community events, meetings, forums and social gatherings we will all see a lot less of each other over the coming months as we avoid contact and virus spread. For my electorate office this means wherever possible we will deal with matters via phone or email but rest assured I am working every day to help in any way I can.

It is my job as your elected representative to assist and to advocate to the State Government for what our community needs. Now is not a time for political point scoring but it is also not a time to stay silent for what our community needs, and we believe some extra measures should be rolled out as other States have done. That is why we have called for more initiatives from the Palaszczuk Government to assist people and businesses with payroll tax relief (not just deferral of the bill), freezing rego/power/water bills and to fast track some Government projects that can keep people working. I hope that by the time of publication at least some of these measures have been announced.

Look after each other, particularly our most vulnerable and seniors.

As the PM says we are in this together and it’s time for that great Aussie culture of mateship to come to the fore. Be patient and kind to each other and understand that things will be different for a while but we will get to the other side together.

It’s important also with things changing by the hour to keep yourself up to date. The very best website is www.australia.gov.au which has all the latest official information that can be relied upon.

Please call 5406 4100 or email my office nicklin@parliament.qld. gov.au if there are any State matters that you would like assistance with. We are in this together and we stand ready to help.

DU RIETZ ART AWARDS 2020 $13,000 IN PRIZES TO BE WON

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in a share in over $13,000 in prizes from the Gympie Regional Gallery’s national art competition, the Du Rietz Art Awards.

The Du Rietz Art Awards are open to artists of all experience levels and entrants can enter two dimensional and three dimensional artworks which are eligible for seven different awards.

Major awards include; $6,000 2 Dimensional Award, $3,000 Budget Steel 3 Dimensional Award and the $3,000 Bendigo Bank Locals Award, which is awarded to an artist from the Gympie region.

There are five sub awards with a total value of $1,945. These include the Roy Skinner Memorial Works on Paper Award, the Bryan Moore Memorial Ceramic Award, the Ceramic Encouragement Award, the Locals Encouragement Award and People’s Choice Award.

Entries close on Friday 12 June at 4pm.

Award presentations are on Wednesday 5 August at 7pm.

Artworks that are selected during the pre-selection process as part of the Du Rietz Art Awards will be on display at the Gallery from 5 August to 5 September.

For more information and to submit an online application, visit www.gympie.qld.gov.au/DRAA for a full list of conditions and entry form.

Above − 2019 People's Choice Award, “Sunday” by Lew Brennan.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE FESTIVAL DIRECTOR:

he Mitchell Creek Rock 'N Blues Fest is monitoring the situation with the COVID-19 virus closely. The safety of our patrons, artists, volunteers and staff is our top priority.

Our festival is still six months away and we believe this virus will have passed by then, so we can celebrate within the fresh, clean air and beautiful surrounds of Mitchell Creek this 18-20 September 2020.

The team is working towards providing you with something to look forward to with the best Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest yet!

Please stay safe and most importantly, choose to think better about our present circumstances, and let go of what we can't control, so we can consciously make the best of what's ahead of us.

You can't control what's happening in the world around you! The challenge is to control the way you respond to what's happening.

Think better, live better, sing, dance and be happy.

Jimmy Budgen

ONLINE SERVICES ARE THE WAY TO GO

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ympie Regional Council is asking the community to use online services.

While Council contact centres remain open at the Gympie Town Hall and Kilkivan office, residents and customers are being urged to use phone, email and online services.

If customers need to attend these centres in person, Council is respectfully asking people to use bank cards instead of cash if possible. Social distancing measures have also been put in place for those who wish to attend the Town Hall or Kilkivan office.

“If anyone in the community is unsure about how to access our online services, you can still call our 1300 307 800 number and one of the team will talk you through the process,” said Gympie Regional Council CEO, Bernard Smith.

“We want to make sure the community and Council are able to remain adaptable in the services we provide during this time,” he said.

In response to the Federal Government’s social distancing laws, the following Council buildings are now closed: • 242 Mary Street office • The Pavilion • Gympie Regional Libraries • Gympie Regional Gallery • Visitor Information Centre • Planning and Development reception.

Planning and Development staff can be contacted during working hours via Council’s online services including email or telephone via: • www.gympie.qld.gov.au • https://daonline.gympie.qld.gov.au • Planning: Phone 5481 0454. E planning@gympie.qld.gov.au • Building: Phone 5481 0490. E building@gympie.qld.gov.au • Plumbing: Phone 5481 0456. E plumbing@gympie.qld.gov.au For more information on Council’s services head to www.gympie. qld.gov.au For more information on COVID-19 visit www.health.qld.gov.au.

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COMMUNITY IMBIL POLICE WRAP FEBRUARY 2020

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19 year old male, 32 year old male and a 33 year old male both from Gympie has been charged with the murder and attempted robbery of a 22 year old male at Amamoor on the 12/03/2020. The victim was fatally shot with a firearm. A 28 year old female from Monkland has also been charged as an accessory after the fact to murder. The Defendants are held in custody and are due to appear at the Gympie Magistrates Court on the 12/10/2020.

A 36 year old male from Carters Ridge has been charged with multiple drug offences after being located with over amphetamines, cannabis, LSD and pharmaceuticals at Imbil on the 19th of March 2020. The male is due to appear at the Gympie Magistrates Court on the 23rd of March 2020.

• We have had a slight increase in property crime over the last month with a number of burglary, stealing and unlawful use of motor vehicle offences reported. We encourage everyone to be mindful of property security and keep car keys out of sight and keep your home locked when away.

Imbil Station has a engraver which is available to the public to mark property if they wish to use it.

• The corona virus is likely to be around for some time yet.

Queensland Health have a website for symptoms, prevention advice, self quarantine, testing and fever clinics which can be found at www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/ coronavirus-covid-19 We urge people to follow the prevention advice.

Unfortunately, like multiple other events the Mary Valley Blue light disco for March has had to be cancelled. There will also be no Imbil Rural Watch meeting for April due to Corona Virus. We are looking forward to getting both of these events back up and running as soon as its safe to do so.

Sergeant Brock Murphy and Senior Constable Bill GREER Imbil Police Station | Police Link 131 444 | Emergency 000

RIDGEWOOD HALL PHOTO FAIR 2020

t's on again! Ridgewood Hall is running the Photo Fair again in June 2020. It is open to all amateur photographers.

This is a great way to show your favourite photos to other interested people and maybe even win a prize or two.

It's also a great way to get some new ideas and freshen up your photos by checking out what others are doing, and adding some new techniques to your existing skills.

It's a community run event, so there is not a lot of inhibiting formality.

The competition ends with a wine and cheese evening for competitors and their families when all of the entries are on display. It is interesting to compare your views of the best entries with those of the judge!

• Entries open on Monday 1 June 2020, and close at 5pm on Monday 15 June.

The winners will be announced at the wine and cheese evening on Friday June 19 held at the Ridgewood Hall, and all entries will be on show to the public the following day.

The categories are:Open 1. Portrait (single person posed studio or location shot) HAVE YOU SPOTTED A QUOLL IN THE MARY RIVER 2. Black & White (any subject) CATCHMENT, QUEENSLAND? 3. Reflections 4. Rural Landscape ildlife Queensland’s Quoll Seekers Network (QSN) is surveying to determine if either spotted-tailed quoll or 5. Macro (any subject) northern quoll still inhabits the Mary River Catchment.

6. Culture WE NEED YOUR HELP! Junior (17 and under) Please record your 1. My Friend (human or animal) sighting so we can learn 2. Portrait (single person posed studio or location shot) if these two native marsupial carnivores still inhabit the region.

3. Action (capture movement of any kind) QSN will use sighting information to actively survey for either 4. Days of our Lives (every-day and special moments) quoll species in key locations using camera surveys and scent • Entry fees are $2 per photo for Open and $1 per photo for Junior detection dog surveys. section. Full conditions are on the entry form, which is available Head to the Atlas of Living Australia bio collect page to log from Peta, please email wazzak1@bigpond.com details of quoll sightings in the area https://bit.ly/2v4xdDY For other Ridgewood Hall community updates, vist the Facebook This project is contributing data to the Atlas of Living Australia Ridgewoodhallcommunityhall https://citizenscience.org.au/ • Unfortunately at Ridgewood Hall, all Yoga and Fitness classes are cancelled. We thank you for your support and hope to see everyone at our next set of classes.

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LOVELY COUNTRY COTTAGE – FIVE ACRES WITH A CREEK

$395,000

Situated 8kms north of Kenilworth this small acreage has much to offer Buyers seeking a usable plot of land with water.

Two Bedroom Cottage with Deck. • Open plan living area complete with reverse cycle air conditioning. • 4-Bay Shed plus Greenhouse.

• Enjoying an elevated position at the end of a quiet no through road this property’s position is fabulous. • Perfect north east aspect.

• Gently sloping land that is predominately cleared and usable. • Creek with Water License − pump included.

• Large variety of established Fruit Trees. • This beautiful property is well worth your attention with a lifestyle second to none.

MAGNIFICENT HOME – 23.8 ACRES OF ABSOLUTE PRIVACY

$745,000

Positioned well back from the road this very appealing spacious family home commands a spectacular view to the south east.

• Enjoying absolute privacy here surrounded by nature with no close neighbours. • Four Bedrooms plus a Home Office (NBN connection in place).

• The master bedroom includes a large robe, ensuite bathroom and connection for television. • Open plan living areas include a very large lounge room with reverse cycle air cond and fireplace, separate dining and family room. • 10 foot ceilings throughout creates space and light and ensures your large furniture pieces will be accommodated well. • Large walk in pantry with ample shelving and its own hand basin. Huge functional kitchen complete with breakfast bar bench and plenty of cupboard space. • A magnificent well designed home capturing natural light and breezes. • Large inground salt water pool with landscaping and beautiful views. • A lovely entertainment area positioned well to sit and relax, or entertain family and friends whilst listening to the multitude of birds and watching the little ones play in their very own Tree House and play area. • 23.8 Acres of land, a mix of cleared open pasture land rising gently to a timbered section that is home to many beautiful bird species and wildlife. • Approx. 8 acres of cleared land. Fencing on two sides of the property. • Excellent water supply from 15,000 gallons of rainwater, smaller rainwater tank plus a Dam. • Colorbond garage with three cold rooms and plumbing that could easily convert to a separate living area. • Double carport. • Large chicken enclosure with protected coop and nesting boxes. • Mower and implement storage shed.

THE PERFECT ESCAPE – 13.2 ACRES MARY RIVER FRONTAGE

$450,000

A truly remarkable opportunity for the Buyer seeking absolute privacy at an affordable price.

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• Very appealing timber cottage with large entertainment deck overlooking the river. • Double steel frame shed on concrete slab.

• NBN Connection available. • Electricity connected. • Rainwater Tank and Septic System. • Daily mail delivery to your front gate.

• Looking for your escape to the Hinterland away from traffic and the hustle and bustle. • Situated between Kenilworth and Maleny in popular Cambroon area this property enjoys an idyllic location on a no through road. • Usable land suitable for growing your own vegetables with an abundant water supply. • With some added fencing you could also graze livestock. • As we move forward into changing times, this one is most certainly going to tick those important boxes to actually achieve living simply and happily. It is right here and ready to go!

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