2021 MARY VALLEY VOICE - APRIL 14, Vol.31 #04 by The Mary Valley Voice

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Kenilworth Museum's 40th birthday  3 Hinterland date claimers  6 ANZAC Day services  7 Forage Gympie Region  8 School Q & A  14

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MUSEUM CELEBRATION TAKES A TRIP DOWN KENILWORTH’S RACY MEMORY LANE

BY JANINE HILL

he 40th anniversary of the institution housing Kenilworth’s history was the perfect opportunity to let some of the area’s secrets out of the bag. The Kenilworth Museum’s birthday on 24 February 2021 brought out Kenilworth residents past and present. After a welcome by Div. 10 Councillor David Law and a welcome to country by indigenous woman and president of the Mimburi Upper Mary Aboriginal Association Auntie Bev Hand, Lenore Meldrum, president of the Kenilworth and District Historical Association, told some interesting tales. Lenore started with the scandal of one of the first white settlers, Richard Smith, and his wife, who is believed to have drawn the name, Kenilworth, from the book of the same name by Sir Walter Scott, which she was reading in 1850. Except Richard Smith’s wife was still married to someone else and did not become Mrs Smith until 1861. Lenore pointed out that despite going into insolvency, Mr Smith became Land Commissioner and became involved in writing legislation which broke up leases which had been granted by the New South Wales government. Charles Bonney and Askin Edward Bonney took the lease of one of the properties which were created in the process, Mt Ubi.

PROPERTY EXPO SET TO BECOME AN ANNUAL EVENT

he first Noosa Hinterland Property Expo was recently held in Cooroy and while the weather was not favourable the sentiment from those who attended certainly was. So much so that the founder of the event Sirah Robb, Principal of Wythes Real Estate has decided to make it an annual event. “We always felt this event would be popular and we were really pleased the overwhelming response from attendees, sponsors and exhibitors on the weekend was very positive. Attendees came from across the Coast and Brisbane, demonstrating the strong interest people have in our Noosa Hinterland region, our sustainable lifestyle and acreage living in general. The thirst for related information, resources and advice from experts was clear and many expressed that having everyone under the one roof was convenient and a fun day out. As the first expo, there were many successes and we have also been able to identify opportunities to make a second event even bigger and better! So, we are now planning for a 2022 event and are looking at hosting it in the middle of the year when it is a bit cooler, drier and hopefully fewer covid restrictions will apply,” said Sirah. The expo-style showcase included over 20 local businesses

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Charles’ niece had a son, Bert Hinkler, was the first person to fly from England to Australia solo and Askin’s daughter-in-law, Rose, known as Lores, was the first woman to circumnavigate Australia by air in 1932, and a year later, became the first woman to make the same trip Bert made from Australia to England. Mt Ubi estate was later owned by Senator James Walker who successfully moved to have the name of federal parliament second chamber changed from states assembly to senate. While Lenore’s tales centred on Kenilworth history post-European settlement, she said the historical association recognised the area had an earlier history and would love to be able to display indigenous history. The museum's 40th birthday celebrations also doubled as the launch of the third edition of the local history tome Hinka Booma. Lenore’s late husband, Blair, had edited the second edition of the book, and was part-way through editing the third when he became ill and passed away. Lenore finished the job during covid restrictions and the latest edition was launched by former councillor for the area Greg Rogerson, who had been a good friend of Blair’s. • Copies of Hinka Booma are available for $10 each from the Kenilworth Information Centre in the town’s main street or from the museum in Alexandra Street on Sundays 10am to 2pm. L-R front row – Kenilworthians Keith Wilcox, Neil Chambers, Jean Sandell (nee Beattie), Elma Wilcox, Cec Pearson, Lyn Chambers and (2nd row) Lenore Meldrum and Clem Hassell. Photo by Janine Hill. including everything from sustainable housing to soft furnishings. There was also a great line up of guest speakers, fun activities and celebrity appearances by co-host of The Block, Shelley Craft pictured inset and Sea FM’s BarRat and Heidi. At each session throughout the day there was a progressive charity auction of 14 items which was not only a lot of fun with antics onstage from Shelley Craft and MC Richard Hansen but also raised $3130 for Drought Angels. Other highlights of the weekend Expo presentations from experts were – a Living off the Land exhibit – a host of free family activities from succulent planting, macramé keyring making, face painting to a photo booth! All attendees also went in the draw to win the lucky door prize – two nights at Kingfisher Bay Resort, won by Beau from Wurtulla. Many thanks to all sponsors! Primary sponsor Wythes Real Estate and Noosa Council through the grants program. Major sponsors:Mower and ATV Solutions, Cub Cadet and GemLife. Activity sponsors:- Andrew Morris Legal, Prestige Home Transformations, Jim’s Building Inspections, SMS Finance, Bentleys Sunshine Coast and Hemisphere Electrical & Solar. • For all updates or to express interest in participating in next year’s event visit www.noosahinterlandpropertyexpo.com.au 14 APRIL 2021 |

LOST HISTORY: MARRIED RIGS

uch of the early history of this district has been well documented but there appears to be some of the more recent history that may be lost to future generations if it is not recorded. One aspect of this “lost history” is the housing that was made available to workers in the area in the time immediately post World War II. Accommodation for workers at the Little Yabba Forestry Camp – known in those circles as “Kenilworth Camp” pictured top was divided as single men’s quarters and married rigs. Alf Sims House at the Kenilworth Museum was formerly one of the single men’s accommodation. The married rigs as seen below are a little harder to find any examples or photographic proof of. Thankfully, Kenilworth Museum has this report written by the late Pat Sutton (nee Quick) on her experiences, living with her parents in one of these rigs:“February, 1953 found we four crammed into the cab of our 1935 Chev ute that we called “Joanna”. We passed the Brooloo school and chugged up the hill to the Gap . Mum said cheerfully, “Once I get the curtains up it’ll soon look like home”. Dad said in a low voice, “There are no windows”. A shocked silence filled the cab. Our rig consisted of a wooden kitchen section while the two projecting sides with the lower part wood and the rest was glorified tents. Mum went into shock as we unloaded the boxes from “Joanna”. One of us put the flimsy mantle of our kerosene lamp on the floor where Dad, laden with bedding, promptly trod on it. It added to the gloom as it meant we were without a light at night until it was replaced.

RAINFALL MOY POCKET – MARCH 2021 by Graham Brennan

This March 162ml. Last year 77ml. 20 year average March 152ml. There was rain on 20 days, average being 19 days. First three months of this year total 381ml, same period last year 576mm. January-March average 515ml. Last 12 months total end March 1045ml. 19 year annual average 1198ml.

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With the forest looming on our doorstep, I began to wish I’d stayed back in Gympie at my job, boarding with my parents friends as Mum had wanted me to do. But at 17, I was anxious to share this new adventure. Across the road, sharing the flat with the seven rigs was the large Forestry nursery where all the pine seedlings were cultivated.” As a child I can remember visiting the Quick family in these 'rigs' and was fascinated with the log cabin type walls to waist height and the double canvas roof. Pat Sutton told me of the many nights when forest creatures would make their way between the sheets of canvas – terrifying the female residents. My thanks must go to the members of the “Queensland Forestry Memories” Facebook group, Cliff Raddatz and John Huth for their assistance in supplying photographs and information on the married rigs. Please do not let this history become lost. If you or any members of your family have ever lived in one of these married rigs – pictured far left a 1950 Beerburrum married man's rig – please ask them to record their memories. Kenilworth Museum would appreciate a copy of those memories. Lenore Meldrum, President, Kenilworth & Dist. Historical Assoc.

1962 Kullogum FIS married rig

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COMMUNITY s fears from covid restrictions force people to holiday closer to home, regional areas are being inundated with visitors, and businesses related to tourism have profited well from this boom. With overall business growth expected to be higher than predicted for the coming year, the Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce is looking to further develop the local business network. Through the Chamber, business owners have a stronger voice when dealing with various regulating bodies and have the opportunity to influence the development of the region. All Chamber members, especially those new to business, can benefit from the mentorship offered through the Chamber Alliance – a free service where an experienced business person provides guidance and support to help develop/improve business operations and profitability. Business owners are encouraged to join the Chamber and add their voices to the discussion on future directions for the business community and the community in general. The Annual General Meeting of the Kenilworth Chamber will be held on Tuesday evening, 25 May. To be eligible to vote at the AGM, members must be financial by that date. If you wish to join the Chamber or make inquiries, email secretary@kenilworthchamber.org.au to obtain details and/or an application form. Gwenda Brown, Secretary

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KENILWORTH COMMUNITY ANZAC DAY

he Kenilworth community ANZAC Day service will be conducted on Sunday 25 April 2021. Councilor David Law and Senator James McGrath will be the guests of honour. The following are the timings for Anzac Day at Kenilworth:7.30am to 8.30am – Community breakfast Kenilworth town park; 8.45am – Marchers are to form-up opposite the cheese factory; 9.00am – March past commences with the salute taken by Cr Law; 9.20am – Service commences; 10.15am – Service concludes; 10.20am – Community morning tea and Anzac biscuits at the Hall. Individuals and families wishing to lay wreathes as part of the service are most welcome and are requested to contact Jim McKillop, President, Kenilworth RSL Sub Branch, on 5446 0637.

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n 31 March 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force marked 100 years of service to Australia. Visit their website's timeline for the full history and air force milestones. https://airforce2021.airforce.gov.au/ journey • During the remaining months of 2021, events and initiatives will be undertaken to honour the sacrifices and service of the last 100 years, show today’s highly capable force, and foreshadow future evolution. Information via their website and/or subscribe for emails. • Air Force 2021 online shop offers a very extensive range of items.

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Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a community-based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna. Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control declared pests on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility. The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Cambroon, Coochin Creek, Coolabine, Conondale, Crohamhurst, Curramore, Elaman Creek, Glass House Mountains, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Landsborough, Peachester, Reesville, Valdora, Witta and Wootha areas from 19 Apr-19 May, 2021. For more information please contact: Sunshine Coast Council T 07 5475 7272 F 07 5475 7277 E mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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oad safety funding – All this refreshing rainfall we’re receiving is great news for our farmers and for topping up our dams, but it does play havoc with our roads, with many local roads experiencing flooding. I’m pleased to report that work begins this month to install flood monitoring equipment across a number of Sunshine Coast roads, as part of the Road Safety program, which received $226.7 million from the Federal Govt. Cameras and sensors will provide real-time information at 20 high-risk locations including: • Eumundi Noosa Rd – Beddington Rd, Doonan • Eumundi-Kenilworth Rd – Browns Rd, Belli Park • Eumundi-Kenilworth Rd at Gheerulla Creek, Gheerulla Funding provided under this Road Safety program also includes pedestrian safety works and the removal of large trees identified within the clear zone which may pose a hazard to vehicles that leave the roadway, at the following Hinterland locations: • Yandina South Connection Rd, Old Gympie Rd and Fleming St • Maleny-Kenilworth Rd, Cambroon/Conondale • Eumundi-Noosa Rd, Doonan Nambour Heritage Tramway – Unfortunately the opening of the Nambour Heritage Tramway, planned for 31 March was postponed due to the COVID lock-down. This has now been rescheduled to Friday 14 May at 10am. I look forward to seeing the tram in action after securing half a million dollars from the Federal Government for this project. Autumn road trip – I’m looking forward to catching up with local residents at the following mobile office locations: Mon 19 April, 8-9.30am at Dalton Dr, M'dore (opposite Bunnings) Thursday 22 April, 8–9.30am at Kingfisher Drive Park, Parklakes, Bli Bli.

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COMMUNITY FIRST NATIONS FORUM HERALDED A SUCCESS

Go on a journey at the Annual Heritage Symposium Learn from the past to protect our environment and live sustainably at the Annual Heritage Symposium on 29 April. Head to Council’s heritage website to book into this free event and hear from renowned professionals who will take you on a journey from First Nations environmental practices and cultural heritage to sustainable tourism and art practices. Guided tours of Bankfoot House will be available after the event.

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ore than 200 people united and gathered in anticipation at Twin Waters on 22 March 2021 for the region’s first ever First Nations Self-Determination, Representation and Wellbeing Forum. Held in partnership with Sunshine Coast Council, the Healing Foundation and PHN, the event was a key opportunity to forward plan with First Nations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) people while also recognising the needs and trauma experienced by past generations. Sunshine Coast Council Senior First Nations Advisor Stephen Mam said he was pleased to see such a strong turnout. “The forum was all about the importance of self-determination and representation in wellbeing. Without those two we can’t have wellbeing,” Mr Mam said. “It’s important for the First Nations community to be active contributors in key decisionmaking processes. Last week we saw our national Close the Gap Day, which highlighted the differences between the First Nations and wider community. “Until our old people are able to teach our young people, and our young people are able to learn from our old people, then equality has not been achieved.” The Healing Foundation Deputy CEO Donna Burns said it was a privilege to partner with Sunshine Coast Council to deliver such an important event. “We focus around the voices of The Stolen Generation, survivors and their descendants,” Ms Burns said. “What we need to do is elevate the voices. We know that communities and individuals within those communities have the solutions and we know a major part of that is putting culture at the centre. I’d really like to see this not be put on the community to change but broader Australia to step up, become trauma aware and healing informed.” Tribal Elder Tais K’Reala Randanpi said representation at the forum by many different tribes was equally essential. “It’s more important that the First Nation(s) people step up and do things the way they want to do,” Mr K’Reala Randanpi said. The forum included a traditional welcome, cultural sessions and presentations by the Statement from the Heart Working Group, International Peoples Organisation and USC plus Relationships Australia’s Debra Bennet. Sunshine Coast Council on 25 March unanimously endorsed its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan. For more information visit https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Livingand-Community/Community-Support/First-Nations-Sunshine-Coast.  Pictured above L-R Tribal Elder Tais K’Reala Randanpi, Donna Burns and Stephen Mam at the First Nations Self-Determination, Representation and Wellbeing Forum.

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At Imbil Sports Club (aka Imbil Bowls Club). Agenda Item:- Implement closure of Mary Valley Connect Inc as per Annual General Meeting motion and associated tasks. At the recent AGM, those eligible to vote in attendance voted to close Mary Valley Connect Inc (MVI). The current Management Committee members, for various personal and business time constraint reasons, were not renominating. No nominations were forthcoming, either in the required timeframe prior to the meeting or at the meeting itself. This left the organisation in an untenable situation to continue. A Management Committee was elected at the AGM to undertake the task of closing the organisation. This Special General Meeting is the required legal process to enact the closure. • The Mary Valley Chamber of Commerce has advised MVI of its willingness to manage the Mary Valley Country tourism website and other tourism related activities as they see fit into the future if they are considered to be an association with ‘similar goals’ in MVI’s closure process. Jan Watt

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MARY RIVER FESTIVAL BE ON TIME! 17 JULY 2021

This year’s festival theme is on the three Rs of responsible river recreation. “That’s a really broad theme and that will really bring in aspects of sporting with recreational activities - walking to canoeing and fishing to swimming,” Glenda said. “There’s lots of ways that people enjoy being around a river and we need to do that responsibly, from a safety aspect and to protect the wildlife, as we all share the environment.” Glenda said the responsible component also encompassed more Rs such are reducing, reusing and recycling. She emphasised that the festival was for all ages and encouraged kids to get involved in sharing the 3Rs. “It’s a family event and we’re inviting children to come in costume if they want. We invite them to bring their own inspiration to responsible river recreation,” she said. Glenda said children’s favourite Terry the Great, who has been a regular on the program for years, would be back for this festival. She said that while a lot of fesitvalgoers were Mary Valley residents, others came from as further away. The Mary River held different meaning for the different people who interacted with it in different ways, whether lived along it or were involved in groups such as Mary River Catchment Care. “I think people come over the weekend to be part of this and we’ve also invited volunteers to help us,” she said. “There’s certainly strong support that comes from the Mary Valley and in the past, we’ve had other people. Quite a few people come from the Sunshine Coast and we’ve even had some people from down near the river mouth at Hervey Bay.” The organising committee is keen to hear from potential stallholders interested in taking spots at the festival and they can be contacted via www.maryriverfestival.com.au The website is also the place to watch for tickets to ensure entry to the covid-safe event.

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e cool – and be on time – for the annual river party. Be early for this year’s Mary River Festival.

That’s the message from the organising committee who have made a couple of changes to the annual event. Traditionally held in November, around the anniversary of the momentous 2009 decision by then federal environment minister Peter Garrett to refuse the Traveston Dam proposal, the festival has been brought forward to mid-winter. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, 17 July, on the Kandanga Community Reserve behind the Kandanga Hall. And the organisers have not just moved the date forward, but also the time. Rather than starting in the afternoon and running into the evening, the festival will be an all-day affair from 9am to 4pm. Festival coordinator Glenda Pickersgill said November had been a bit hot for festival-going and prone to storms, a problem overcome by rescheduling to winter. A daytime event will be easier to manage for organisers trying to maintain covid-safe procedures and will also make it more family friendly. The early festival does mean less time to organise the festival but Glenda is not worried. “I don’t mind it like this, all at once, and we’ve done it before. We just have to pull it together,” she said.

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ut and about – Our local area boasts so many great community groups and service clubs – all who make important contributions in their own ways. Recently I’ve been lucky enough to meet with the Palmwoods Rural Fire Brigade, the Maleny Girl Guides and the Blackall Range Lions. Thank you all for having me, it’s wonderful to see you in action and discuss how I can support you as your local councillor. I’ve also been meeting regularly with Rob Skelton the Member for Nicklin to discuss issues we are working with the Queensland Government on. Please don’t hesitate to contact my office if you’d like me to attend your next group or club meeting or event. Multi-million dollar road boost – I am pleased to announce Division 5 will benefit in more than $3.5 million of road upgrades. Works are scheduled to begin this year, thanks to funding from council and the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program. Projects will include improvements to Hodgens Road at Bald Knob, King Road at Mooloolah Valley, Mountain View Road at Maleny and Citrus Road at Eudlo. I’ll keep you updated as these works progress. Bat Night returns – Don’t miss the 7th Annual Australasian Bat Night at Maleny Showgrounds on Saturday 17 April. Join Frankie the flying fox and learn about what she and our other Little Aussie BAT-tlers do to keep our environment healthy. See native animals up close, go on a guided roost tour, watch the outdoor movie plus lots more. Kids can even dress up. Bookings are essential and spaces are limited for this family friendly event, so secure your spot as soon as possible. Book by visiting council’s what’s on calendar www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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had a wonderful time at the Nambour RSL for International Women’s Day this month. I invited all the local primary and secondary female school leaders and parents to attend a morning tea to congratulate them on taking leadership roles. Each school group had an opportunity to address the crowd and speak on what leadership means to them. I am committed to making sure we have equal representation in government, and I am proud to see these amazing young women grow and take up community roles. Waste Reduction Bill – The Palaszczuk government has added to the success of it’s single-use plastic bag ban and the container refund scheme and has also banned single-use plastic (SUP) and polystyrene straws, stirrers, plates, and cutlery. The ban comes after thorough community consultations last year showing of the nearly 20,000 submissions received, a huge 94% were in favour. Meet the Makers 2021 – I had the opportunity to represent the Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner recently at the Food Agribusiness Network’s Meet the Makers event at Sunshine Coast Airport.  Pictured Rob and the staff from Salads@Palmwoods We are blessed to live in a wonderful place full of amazing produce. Everywhere you turned there were examples from local producers of the value and quality that has become synonymous with the Sunshine Coast region. • Nicklin office 5406 4100 or at nicklin@parliament.qld.gov.au

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’ve had some terrific feedback lately regarding the Kenilworth Community Transport Service, which some of you may know provides services to residents of Belli Park, Cambroon, Conondale, Coolabine, Eerwah Vale, Gheerulla, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek and Obi Obi. February was one of their busiest months following the improvements to provide an expanded service. The Committee Chair, David Coles, has reported there’s been an increase in registered users, now more than 150, as well as an increase in the number of journeys provided. David also reported the service was now seen as a fixture and something that makes the area a better place to live. They have eight volunteer drivers and would like to have a few more. It isn't an onerous commitment and can be an enjoyable way to get to know people in the wider community. To make a booking call or visit the Kenilworth Visitor Information Centre 5446 0122 – 9 Elizabeth Street, or for email enquiries KCTSKworth@gmail.com Kenilworth Memorial – Council recently pressure-cleaned the Kenilworth RSL Memorial, in time for ANZAC Day. I have been invited to attend this service and pandemic-pending certainly hope to attend. I hope to see you all there too to honour our dedicated and honourable servicemen and women. Heritage Places – Over the past few months, I have had a few enquiries about the Heritage Listings and Culturally Significant Places within the planning scheme. From August to September 2019 there was a public consultation about the historic and cultural heritage inclusions for the Planning Scheme Amendment which started 24 August 2020. This amendment updated the heritage protections across the Coast, including in Kenilworth. State heritage places have cultural heritage significance for the people of Queensland as a whole and are identified and protected under the Queensland Heritage Act 1992. A local example is the Kenilworth Homestead. Any new development proposals on these sites are subject to extensive assessment by the Queensland Government and Council to ensure that they are compatible with the conservation of identified heritage values. Kenilworth also has a number of ‘local heritage places’. Examples include the Kenilworth Cheese Factory, Kenilworth Hotel and Kenilworth Masonic Hall. A local heritage place is a place identified by Council to have cultural heritage significance for the Sunshine Coast community, based on the framework set out by the Queensland Heritage Act 1992 and Planning Act 2016. The Heritage and Character Areas mapping identifies these places for protection from inappropriate development. New development proposals relating to a local heritage place require a planning application to be made to Council. Some properties in Elizabeth Street are identified as being within a ‘character area’ in the planning scheme. A character area is an area in which the historical origins and relationships between the various elements create a sense of place and demonstrate important aspects of the history of the locality. This provision helps ensure that new development is consistent with the historic character of the area. The character area provisions seek to protect identified ‘character buildings’ from demolition or removal. Character buildings within the Elizabeth Street area include the Kenilworth Bakery, Butcher Shop and the former CWA building. Lastly there is a supporting heritage protection element that relates to Kenilworth – ‘Land in proximity to a local heritage place’ – which relates to specifically mapped sites where there is a possibility that new development may negatively impact on the values or context of the nearby local heritage place. This provision helps ensure that new development near local heritage places does not have a negative impact on the nearby local heritage place. Follow further updates on Facebook @DavidLawDivision10 or email david.law@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au 14 APRIL 2021 |

SCHOOL Q & A by Ja n i n e H i l l

115 EUMUNDI ROAD, NOOSAVILLE Q4566 5455 8600 How many students are there at your school and in what range of year levels? 1139 students from prep to year 12. Principal’s name: Anthony Dyer. What is your catchment area? As an independent school, without catchment area restrictions, we draw students from across the northern Sunshine Coast from Coolum in the south to Kin Kin in the north. What is your school motto? Follow Me What facilities does your school have? State-of-the-art facilities including a swimming pool, health and physical education centre, theatrette, tennis and basketball courts, and chapel. Is before and after school care available at the school? The college offers outside school hours care for after school care and a vacation care service. The OSHS and vacation care program is centrally located within the college grounds. What makes your school special? At Good Shepherd, we recognise each student as an individual and offer a comprehensive education which allows them to reach their potential as both learners and the leaders of tomorrow. • Junior Years provide a child-centred learning environment that recognises the developmental needs of students in the first six years of formal education. Junior Years have talented and devoted teachers who work together and in partnership with parents and families to help achieve the best education for all our students. Junior Year students have the benefit of being taught by specialist teachers in subject areas such as physical education, Japanese, music and digital technology. • Middle Years students begin to experience and specialise in the arts and technology subject areas where they are enabled to express themselves through a variety of mediums. These projects are designed with an inquiry approach to learning, which engages students in creative problem-solving techniques. Many Middle Years students embrace the opportunity to be involved in the college’s co-curricular activities, including Tournament of the Minds, academic competitions, robotics and the college musical. • Senior Years at Good Shepherd are designed to empower students to realise their potential. Each student has the potential and capacity to enrich their work through the development of their gifts and abilities. We strive to tailor quality and authentic learning experiences to bring these gifts and abilities into fruition. The Senior Years are about students reaching out and taking control of their learning through positive risk taking and academic resilience. At Good Shepherd, we believe that an environment of high expectations and support allows students to develop the skills they need to navigate the changing nature of work, study and recreation in the 21st century. Our camp program involves students from years 3-10 and includes

a four week “Outward Bound” style camp experience, known as Googa, for those in year 7 and year 10. Good Shepherd camps have a focus on developing the individual spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically through team building initiatives based programs and self-reliance, confidence and esteem building. Our pastoral care program has many opportunities for students to engage with others. A key focus is on building relationships and developing interpersonal skills. How can parents be involved? Parents are encouraged to assist in reading circles in the younger years as well as assist in various sporting carnivals and events. Good Shepherd also has a very active Parents & Friends committee which meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 6.30pm in the college library. Our school is great at enabling learners to become active participants within the world community, to achieve a high degree of independence and adaptability, and to become effective, contented and successful members of society. Our teachers focus on having served the local community for over 30 years, we pride ourselves on offering a quality Christian education in a caring environment, with our focus being on the development of the whole child. We like students to leave our school not only with their relevant qualifications, but with a thirst for learning that will enrich their lives.

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irah and John Robb, the owners of Wythes Real Estate are pleased to be offering the building space (Cnr Emerald St and Maple Lane) pictured below for local artists to display their works. “Apart from providing a means to make great local art more readily available to the public, I really like the vibrance, networking and connectivity the pop-up art gallery has brought to Cooroy community.”

The artists who have exhibited in the gallery, are: Rowley Drysdale (ceramics), Sarah Therese (painting and ceramics), Trevor Purvis (painting) and Beryl Purvis (jewellery); Sue Hoskin (mosaics) and Paul Reynolds (painting); Ian Gunn (painting), Audrey Gunn (painting); Kerry Sanders (ceramics) and David Sanders (metal sculpture); Gabrielle Jones (painting), Gunter Schwarz (woodwork); Dianne McInerny (painting, glassware, ceramics); Debra Dougherty (painting), Jules McCrae (sculpture) and Dean Chen (calligraphy). Currently the Cooroy PopMVV Editor's new email jillguldbransen@gmail.com 2500x FREE Up Gallery features Stephen Mills (painted vases and mixed Mobile 0455 262 495 • 07 5494 9619 A4 COPIES media), Kym Poole (oil and PRINTED. acrylic painting) and Jan Murphy 1900x mailbox years written by (mixed media and collage). direct. Rest are Copy by MON 3 MAY for #05 MVV 12 MAY 2021 the community for bulk drops. With Elizabeth Moss (painting) the community. Website issuu.com/maryvalleyvoice ❤ FB maryvalley.voice in April and possibly some other Mary Valley Community News Assoc. Inc., publishers of The Mary Valley Voice since 1991, reserves the right to refuse inappropriate artists to follow. advertising and submissions for both print and website, and any opinions expressed in any published advertisements or submissions does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Association or its Editor. It also reserves the right to determine what is inappropriate for Jan Murphy, Doonan

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