Mary Valley Voice 9 February 2011 - Vol.21 No.1

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9 February 2011 Vol.21 No. 1

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Kev Franzi

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Features KENILWORTH Floods in Kenilworth___________ 3 Cheese, Wine and Food Festival Letters to the Editor_____________ 4 Vale Ena Sutton ________________ 5 Australia Day Awards Kev Franzi & Linda Green _____ 6/7 Colley Whisson art workshop Kenilworth Bowls Club fundraising Kenilworth Pool squad training_ ____8 Kenilworth State College news __ 9

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community spirit at high

s has happened in the past, and undoubtedly will in the future, the people of Kenilworth and surrounding district rallied together when the recent floods came and displayed the true community spirit common with country people.

Much well deserved praise must go to our local policeman, the members of the Kenilworth SES, Kenilworth First Response and Fire Services. Under their combined guidance and leadership everything that required attention was expertly addressed.

It would be imprudent of this paper to name any particular person or persons because everyone involved contributed and shared their particular skills and there is always the danger of inadvertently leaving someone off the list, however a special mention should be made in respect of the owners and staff at the Kenilworth Bakery for their assistance shown toward those stranded in the township during the inundation. Those stranded were housed at various locations, more particularly the SES shed, and the compliments the visitors extended to the residents of Kenilworth who displayed their generous spirit was most heart warming.

Well deserved congratulations to all involved.

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Kenilworth and Flooding

he Mary Valley has always been prone to flooding.

The first inhabitants of this land knew the stories and passed them down through their oral history. Their descendants warned Isaac Moore where the big waters came to when he was planning to build his homestead on Kenilworth Run. Mr. Moore ignored their warnings and had the 1893 flood lap the homestead.

When closer settlement began in 1891 early selectors lived in rough slab huts prior to building a more permanent structure on their land. It is quite noticeable that all those old homesteads were built high on hills, as was the original Kenilworth School (on the site of Woods Sand and Gravel works). These were all erected within memory of the biggest floods ever seen in the district (1893 16.38 metres, 1898 16.84 metres).

Geographically the source of the Stanley and Mary Rivers are in close proximity in the hills beyond Maleny and possibly for that reason reporting of river heights at Kenilworth warranted reporting in Brisbane papers - in living memory of those mammoth floods.

On page 6 of The Brisbane Courier (Thursday 9 February 1899) it was reported that Hydraulic Engineer, Mr. J. B. Henderson, go over the proposed new route for the Nambour to Kenilworth telephone line for flood-warning purposes, designed (for the benefit of Gympie and the low-lying stations on the Mary River.)

Saturday 14 March 1908 The Brisbane Courier, (page 5) article headlined “Rise in the Mary River”…from Kenilworth flood reporting station 12ft on the gauge, rising 4ft per hour.

Kenilworth flooding continued to gain press as a point of warning to larger population areas downstream – in The Courier-Mail of Tuesday 20 March 1951, “Maleny’s heavy fall of more than 11 inches in 48 hours yesterday caused the Mary River at Kenilworth to reach 25ft. lin.; flood height there is 21ft. But the Mary’s upstream flood had not reached Gympie late last night.”

The January 2011 flood reached a height of 11.27 metres at 10.46pm on January 9 Bureau of Meteorology data) – that is 5.57 metres below the 1898 flood.

The Bureau has a website http://www.bom.gov.au/cgibin/wrap_fwo.pl?IDQ60287.html that gives details of river heights gathered from the automatic recording stations along the Mary River. From observation it has been determined that when the Mary River at the Kenilworth Homestead reaches 4.5 metres flood height – Gheerulla Creek Bridge may well be impassable. There does not appear to be any recorded knowledge of the relationship between Mary River height and the inundation of local bridges (e.g. Pickering Bridge, Obi Obi bridge, Houston Bridge).

The Kenilworth Historical Museum would like to gather this data for their flood records - if any readers have this knowledge - please forward data to the Museum at PO Box 166, Kenilworth Q 4574 or by email to lenore.meldrum@ bigpond.com Lenore Meldrum President of Kenilworth and District Historical Assn.

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CHEESE, WINE AND FOOD TO SAVE THE VALLEY!

enilworth township, in particular, has suffered in many ways. The rainy events of December and January (so far) with main roads leading into Kenilworth cut restricting supplies, tourism drastically reduced with camping areas closed, caravan park numbers down and hardly a motorbike to be seen.

Some sunny weather and the Australia Day Car Show helped improve things. The repair of bridges, the clearing of landslides would also accelerate improvements but the return of the: The Butcher, The Baker, The Cheese and Winemaker will help even more…

But an angel in the form of a home nurse was passing.

She stopped and gave me oxygen and a couple of soft towels to support my neck.

I owe my life to her and I have only your newspaper to tell my story and hope that she sees it.

I was in a “halo” for three months, hospitalised for ten weeks but have made steady progress towards recovery.

It is a long road but thanks to the “angel” and good friends and friends I am so glad I was spared.

Many thanks, Margaret Hunt 4 Captain Cook Dr. Banksia Beach Qld 4507

Well, they are back in 2011!

The Kenilworth Cheese Wine and Food Festival is on again.

Easter Saturday 23 April. So don’t forget to: 1. Mark your calendar.

2. Organise your friends and family to be in town.

3. Be ready to enjoy being part of the Mary Valley’s own Easter party.

Letter to the Editor

We have more stalls, more cooking demonstrations plus Queensland’s only Cheese Rolling Competition and of course, the great Cheester Egg Hunt for the little ones.

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If you are a local producer and would like a stall on the day contact Di Donovan 5446 0003.

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Miracles happen

n 13 November 2009, my husband and I were involved in a head on collision with another vehicle on a side road (Kenilworth Road?) at about 3pm. We had spent a very pleasant day in your area and were returning to Bribie Island when the accident occured.

There was no airbag on the passenger side of our car and I was seriously injured. My lungs had collapsed and I was having great difficulty breathing and I had severe pain in my neck. I thought I was going to die before an ambulance arrived.

Supported by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council enilworth and District Chamber of Commerce and Citizens and the Volunteers of the (Kenilworth) Information and Community Access Centre would like to express their appreciation to the Sunshine Coast Regional Council for the grant from the Community Funding Program. This grant will be utilised for operational costs at the Centre, our success in this funding and the volunteers continuous fundraising will guarantee the future of the town’s Information Centre for the benefit of the Kenilworth community. The Chamber and Information Centre looks forward to nurturing the partnership with Council.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Centre is a community (run) Information Centre and plays a vital part in the promotion and marketing of businesses and tourism within Kenilworth. Please contact 5446 0122 with your details on how you can help.

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KENILWORTH vale Ena Sutton (nee Adams) 1912-2011

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na Ivy Adams, the fourth child of Joseph and Gertrude Adams was born, prematurely in Caboolture on January 8, 1912. Because she wasn’t expected to live she was given short names.

Ena commenced her schooling at Caboolture, continued at Kidaman Creek School after the family moved to Coolabine and completing her primary education at Tewantin where the family leased a fishworks, ran a café and boarding house.

Ena’s secondary education necessitated her boarding in a hostel at Mt Pleasant in Gympie to attend Gympie State High.

At the age of 18 the family moved back to Lower Kenilworth where her father worked for his brother Stan in the Oakey Creek sawmill. Ena was employed as bookkeeper in the business. She enjoyed the extensive social life of the district in those times - playing hockey, dances, cricket matches, picnics or church services. At one of these social events she met her future husband Douglas. The courtship lasted three and a half years, with Doug riding two miles every

Wednesday and Sunday to her home. They were married in St Matthews Church on 23 June 1934 and had their wedding breakfast in the nearby hall. Around the time of their marriage Ena had won 250 pounds in the Golden Casket and this was used to finance the purchases for their new home on the dairy farm at Moy Pocket.

Ena and Doug contributed to the community life of the district through support of the Lower Kenilworth School, St Matthews Church and the Lower Kenilworth Hall. Doug playing his button accordion at many functions over the years - with a cameo television appearance by them both at the Gheerulla Hall Centenary in 2007.

Doug and Ena had four children, Peter, Adrian, Barbara and Ian. Sadly Adrian passed away aged 17 years. Doug and Ena left the district in 1965 after selling the property, living in numerous locations across Queensland but never losing touch with their roots in Moy Pocket.

From the age of 18 Ena would enter her cooking in shows, fetes and the CWA competitions and won prizes at state level. Ena retained her fiercely independent nature into her latter years. She was proud of reaching her 99 years and of being married 74 years and five months to Doug, of her four children, eight grandchildren and her 16 greatgrandchildren.

After service at the Gympie Funeral Home Chapel, Ena was interred at the Gheerulla Cemetery on Monday 24 January 2011. At rest after a long journey.

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So if you wish to promote your local produce, call Diane Donovan 5446 0003 or email dianne.donovan@bigpond.com.au

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LOCAL VOLUNTEER WELL REWARDED

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enilworth resident Linda Green has been recognised for her hard work in the community with a Fisher Community Australia Day award, presented

by Member for Fisher Peter Slipper.

Mr Slipper said Mrs Green is a respected community worker in the Kenilworth area for 19 years.

“Mrs Green has worked a staggering 19,650 hours with the Kenilworth First Response team for local emergencies, has volunteered with the State Emergency Service,” Mr Slipper said.

“She has worked for seven years at the Kenilworth State Community School, where she has held numerous roles: including secretary and treasurer of the P&C, tuckshop convenor, president of the school bus committee, she has taught art lessons and conducted CPR classes for the children, and helped with props for school plays.”

Mrs Green is known in the Kenilworth area for her fundraising, which she has done for every community organisation in the district - including the arts council, the swimming pool, the Christmas committee and the Kenilworth First Response unit.

“She has been an amazing worker in the community and a role model for all,” Mr Slipper said.

The annual Fisher Community Australia Day Awards were established by Mr Slipper in 2000, to recognise those who volunteer their own time to make their community a better place to live.

“These dedicated and hard-working residents don’t seek recognition for what they do, but Australia Day gives us an opportunity to say thanks publicly and to let them know that we do recognise their contributions, which are very much appreciated,” Mr Slipper said.

Member for Fisher Peter Slipper and State Member for Kawana Jarrod Bliejie (far right) presented a Fisher Community Australia Day Award to Mrs Linda Green for her service to the Kenilworth Community.

OUR Local Filmmaker wins SUNSHINE COAST’S SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Australia day award

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ev Franzi has been a professional documentary filmmaker and photojournalist for over 60 years.

He still has the old vest pocket Kodak camera given to him by his father - and the first pictures he took on it that launched him on “the most wonderful life I could imagine”.

His film career began at the age of 14 (thanks to the VPK) when he joined Herschells Film Productions in East Melbourne as ‘the message boy’ and junior laboratory assistant - that was in 1945.

With a passion for photography and filmmaking, Kev worked his way through every department in film production with camera work and editing being his forte.

He worked with the Department of Information Films Division (later re-named the Commonwealth Film Unit) on many of the Australian documentary “classics” of that era. “That was a truly inspiring experience”.

With the introduction of television in 1956, he moved into TV commercial production and then to TV drama, becoming Senior Film Editor with Crawford Productions on the pioneering TV series Homicide, then Division 4, Hunter and Showcase, before becoming the Director/Editor in Crawford’s Documentary Division - back to his true love.

THE QUEENSLAND ADVENTURE In 1970 Kev moved his family to Brisbane to work with the famous Poulsen Studios in their Cameracraft Film Productions unit, co-directing and editing a stream of high budget industrial and educational documentaries for the Queensland Government to promote the state’s booming development around the world.

He joined the Education Department Film Centre in 1975 as writer, director and producer, again specialising in industrial subjects like the exciting Port of Brisbane Series. “’Listen to the Port’, was the best film I ever made!”

In the early 1980s, Kev and his wife Jenette started making low budget or no budget AV Productions for church organisations and groups like the Brisbane Youth Service, working with street kids; the Blue Nurses; Special Caring Services; the Red Cross and Newstead House in Brisbane.

They also produced a no-budget series called the Sunshine Project designed to bring pleasure and interest to people confined to nursing homes. At this time Kev started teaching photography – Basic, Intermediate and Photojournalism for TAFE (adult classes) at South Brisbane and Bald Hills Colleges.

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KENILWORTH Then Kev and Jen initiated weekend photo safaris for TAFE to a wonderful place called the Kenilworth Homestead on the banks of the Mary River.

Coming to Kenilworth was a life changing experience for Kev and Jen. The beauty of the country, the neat little town and the friendly people worked their magic and soon the couple purchased the Old Weaner Paddock.

They built a two storey home with student accommodation and a fully equipped theatrette/studio (at their own expense) for teaching the TAFE students – on safari.

Still working with the Kenilworth Homestead, Kev made a 30 minute documentary on the history of the homestead from 1850 to 1982.

THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION - KENILWORTH Having joined the committee of the Kenilworth Historical Association in 1986, Kev and Jen became active members.

It was a very busy period for the “Historicals” with members building the machinery shed and then at Kev’s suggestion, joining the original building to the machinery shed to make the Roxy Cinema Display Theatrette.

Council approval was obtained, and with a small grant the project was completed.

Kev purchased and installed (with the help of Ed Sims Kenilworth’s first Living Treasure) a full sized 35mm projection plant with cinemascope attachments. The Roxy screenings became a vital source of fundraising for the museum. The Kenilworth Arts Council shared the returns. Treasures from Kev’s film collection were the highlight of the special event screenings and the Museum’s Living History working days.

The copying and reproduction of the Museum’s extensive photo collection was another job for “the lad”.

Kev and Jen made three major AV Productions for use in the Roxy Room. The first two starred that wonderful old man Ed Sims and were titled: Looking Back – Ed Sims’ Memories of Kenilworth - Parts 1 & 2. These historic productions have entertained and informed thousands of visitors to the Museum for the past 20 years. As DVDs they are still in use and still evoke an enthusiastic response.

Production 3 - Listen To Kenilworth – Sounds of a Century brings static images and artifacts to life by featuring the sounds and voices of life in Kenilworth spanning a century and beyond. This is a “classic production”.

During Kev’s years as president of the historical association, the new school building was added and a “Work for the Dole” project doubled the size of the museum complex, this included the new photo gallery, Kev’s special passion.

KENILWORTH ‘88 – PORTRAIT OF A COUNTRY TOWN, was Kev’s personal contribution to the 1988 Bi-Centenary year.

The project covered every aspect of life in Kenilworth for the whole year, including the Tom Quilty Endurance Ride and some outstanding portraits of people like R.M. Williams.

THE MOVIE MUSEUM AND ELECTRIC THEATRE In 1990 Kev decided to use his Cinema Heritage Collection (regarded as the best working cinema equipment collection in the country) to open a fully working movie museum and present a series of two hour shows on the History of Australian Cinema.

Not only did this enterprise bring tens of thousands of people to Kenilworth but the shows were totally selfsupporting without the need to advertise,“word of mouth” did the job. The bus coaches just kept coming.

FRED WILLS - MAN OF VISION The world’s first government filmmaker. In 1997 with permission of the Queensland Museum, Kev made a fully working replica of the Lumiere Cinematograph used

by Fred Wills in l899 to film the agricultural scene all over Queensland (including Eumundi, Bli Bli and the Nambour Sugar Mill - some of Queensland’s first films). In 1999, having obtained 28 of the Fred Wills’ films, this project grew into one of the most exciting projects presented by the Queensland Museum. Kev played a major role in the project, and for the next ten years he continued to produce a series of exciting programmes for the Queensland Museum.

In 2001 he received Kenilworth’s Living Treasure Award.

For the Kenilworth Arts Council Kev continues to run his popular monthly Film Appreciation screenings for seniors groups and for Arts Council members and friends.

KEV’S LATEST PASSION: ADVENTURES IN COMMUNITY FILMMAKING 65 years of experience in photojournalism and filmmaking has gone into this endeavour. In association with the Kenilworth Arts Council, Kev runs his workshops offering courses in community (video) filmmaking, with spectacular results. As to be expected Kev emphasizes the value of capturing and preserving our local history - yesterday’s, today’s and tomorrow’s - and the stories of the people who are making it.

THE ‘ACTION!’ KIT For the workshops Kev has written and illustrated a 40 page manual and produced a 90 minute DVD - the ‘Action!’

Kit for community filmmakers. To showcase the work of Community Filmmakers, Kev set up and presented the 2010 Timeline Festival of Short Films as part of this year’s Kenilworth Celebrates! festival “These are pictures with a purpose - and the potential of community filmmaking to enhance the lives of people everywhere is immense.

I think perhaps promoting this is the best thing I’ve done - a grand finale to a life of wonder, joy and very great satisfaction - let me show you….”

Kev. Franzi’s contribution to the State and this community was honoured with the Sunshine Coast Australia Day Senior Citizen of the Year Award for 2011.

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KENILWORTH An opportunity too good to miss

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enilworth Arts Council are bringing fabulous tutor Colley Whisson to the Mary Valley for a weekend painting workshop on February 12-13.

Colley has recently returned from another stint teaching oils in America where they made him an offer that he could not refuse.

The oils landscapes/seascapes course will have a maximum of 10 students which is a remarkably small number considering artists are queuing around the world to learn his secrets in classes of 15 to 20.

There are still a couple of places so don’t delay. To enroll please ring Margaret White on 5446 0500 or Rod Bloomer on 0409 171 003.

For more information visit www.kenilwortharts.org.au

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arms. The torrent tore Jessica from her mother’s arms and the moment Stacey realised she didn’t have her baby any more, she gave up and went under water, but within moments was rescued by the helicopter and taken to hospital.

Matthew was also washed away from their home, he was washed down to a neighbouring house, where he helped another family clamber to safety on their roof.

When Matthew returned to their home he found their two other children Maddison 5, and Jacob 4, hanging from the top of the shower screen. Placed there for safety by Matthew’s mother Pauline.

Stacey has since lost the unborn baby as well.

On this dreadful day Matthew and Stacey lost their 23 month old daughter Jessica, their unborn baby, both their mothers - Pauline and Dawn as well as their home.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR DONATIONS OF GOODS TO RAFFLE OR AUCTION OR CASH TO GO TOWARDS THE TOTAL. Come on Saturday 19 February at Kenilworth Bowls Club.

Enjoy some barefoot bowls from 3pm, some Thai food will be available from 5.30pm to 8pm. Don’t miss the multidraw raffle and auction and the ever popular karaoke.

CAN YOU HELP?

enilworth Bowls Club has adopted “Matthew and Stacey Keep’s family” from Grantham and would appreciate your assistance in raising money for them.

When we heard the story of Matthew Keep’s frantic struggle to save his six months pregnant wife Stacey and their three children when the wall of water went through their home in January our hearts went out to them.

Please come along and support this family as they need our help to rebuild their lives.

Bookings for the Thai food would be appreciated.

For enquiries/bookings phone 5446 0281 or 0427 460 281.

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His wife Stacey was sucked from the house while holding their 23 month old daughter Jessica and managed to grab a downpipe, but lost her grip and was washed on to the nearby railway line. Her legs got caught in the sleepers and she was drowning with her baby in her

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Come down and have some fun while getting fit with qualified coaches. All L.T.S swim and squad enquiries call pool on hours & Emergency 5446 0326.

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here were smiles all around when the bell rang to herald in a new school year at the Kenilworth State Community College. Blue skies met excited children and relieved parents as another year of fun and learning began at the college.

Whilst many people believe being at a small school has disadvantages, at the Kenilworth State Community College we believe the opportunities available to our students far outweigh any disadvantages. Many fantastic experiences and opportunities are planned for our students this year, with the aim being that learning is a never-ending experience!

On the photo below Kelli Stretton with her three children, Tobi, Tyla and Alisha all ready to start school. Tobi is in Prep, Tyla is in Year 6 and Alisha is in Year 3.

Go on. Do as the sign says! The ripple effect, even small local efforts can quickly filter their way out there into the broader community. Show your solidarity! Photo by Glenbo Craig

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Prepared house site with good access. Large steel frame shed, extra high and suitable for large machinery.

Situated close to Imbil township and only 45 minutes to Noosa beaches.

Complete privacy from neighbours, this quality property is just begging for its new owner to take advantage of what has already been started. Don’t miss inspecting this block, and see for yourself the sensational view as far as Black Mountain, near Cooroy.

IMBIL Auction On-site Saturday 5th March 2011 – 10am Inspection details ‘phone Bret or Tonia at Boxsells Kenilworth

Obi Obi – Paradise found! 50 Acres with grand old Q’lder Home and Creek – $815,000

Situated at the foot of the Blackall Range in beautiful Obi Obi (8kms to Mapleton).

This magnificent property comes onto the market boasting complete privacy, no traffic and no neighbours in sight.

The splendour starts at the front gate (cattle grid) where a well formed access road takes you through the property passing lush green creek flats then over a small creek crossing. A gentle incline brings you up to a beautiful original Queenslander home perched on level land tucked away behind 100 year old fig trees and other natives purposely planted in another era. The original Queenslander was re-stumped and re-roofed two years ago. It consists of two bedrooms and a sleep-out. Large lounge and fireplace. Modest kitchen but very functional. Family-sized bathroom.

Wide verandahs that wrap around the home on three sides, new timber decking ensures many more years of capturing cool breezes and views from the traditional Queensland verandah. Attached to the existing home is a four bedroom timber dwelling (thought to be the old school house) that includes a large family room, bathroom and outdoor entertainment area. Inground swimming pool. Three bay shed which can easily have 3-phase power connected if needed. Approximately 40 acres of the block is cleared and well pastured. Suitable for horses or cattle. Enough level areas for arenas and stables if you so desire. With a permanent creek passing through the block and seven dams, your water needs are covered.

BROOLOO – Eco Friendly Two Bedroom on 1/2 Acre... views, bamboo flooring and solar!

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Delightful two bedroom eco-friendly home overlooking Brooloo with views of the distant Mary Valley ranges.

The home is only six months old and is designed to make the most of the cooling breezes in summer and the warming sun in winter. It has solar panels that are linked to the grid to minimise your electricity bill. The home is constructed of Hardiplank with

polished bamboo flooring and a fabulous north facing deck. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a large lounge, dining and kitchen area that flows onto the covered deck. There is a 2-bay carport and several water tanks.

Price - $290,000

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Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program

ollowing the recent widespread floods which caused considerable damage to sport and recreation facilities and equipment across Queensland, the Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program has been activated for select communities. The program will provide one-off funding to assist incorporated not-for-profit sport and recreation organisations to re-establish their facilities and activities which support local participation.

Two categories of assistance are available: (I) Grants of up to $5 000 for replacement of operational items such as sport and recreation equipment, white goods and canteen items. (ii) Grants of up to $20 000 to assist with capital works projects to repair sport and recreation infrastructure which was damaged as a result of recent winds or flooding.

Organisations can apply once in each category and receive a maximum of $25 000.

Not all applications may be successful. Projects demonstrating the highest need in terms of re-establishing sport and recreation activity will take precedence. Important Dates: 28 February 2011 - Applications close • 31 December 2011 - Completion of projects and final acquittal.

For further information, the program guidelines and application forms please go to the department website - http://www.sportrec.qld.gov.au/ Funding/Overviewofallfundingprograms/SportandRecreationDisasterRecoveryProgram.aspx, or contact an Advisor at the North Coast region office on 5458 7100.

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NEW DIGITAL TV ACCESS COMES TO THE VALLEY

South East Queensland Flooding Event Personal Hardship Assistance

runo Kempter from Coruno Enterprises, and based in Brooloo is excited to announce a new digital VAST (Viewer Acess Satellite Television) satellite service.

Up to now there was only one choice of Optus Aurora which enabled viewers in poor reception areas to receive a limited number of channels in digital standard definition. Unfortunately the Aurora service had no access to local news and advertising as well as all the new digital HD channels.

The new VAST service is now available in this area and enables to receive all digital TV-channels such as ABC1,2,3, ABC NEWS, SBS1, 2, 3, Ch7, 7mate, 7two, Ch9, Ch10, OneHD, CH11 GEM, Go as well as local news channels.

This is a new government initiative to enable viewers in poor and no coverage areas to view the same channels as in the major cities. To receive this service you will need a dish and a VAST certified HD receiver.

If you have already an existing dish on the roof, you will need only to install the receiver provided there is a 10.7Ghz LNB attached to the dish.

Coruno Enterprises has been in the satellite industry for over a decade specialising in fixed and portable satellite systems for caravans and motorhomes. We can guarantee the picture perfect anywhere in Australia.

Coruna Enterprises can offer the VAST service installed and activated from $350 with an exisitng dish to $580 to a full install including the dish. There are no ongoing cost involved for this service. If you wish to get more information about the service or a quote, feel free to ring Bruno on (07) 5488 6219.

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ollowing the recent floods, personal hardship assistance administered by the Department of Communities has been extended to the Gympie community for those who have suffered significant hardship and have an immediate need for essential requirements.

There is also provision for some financial assistance for people who have lost essential household goods such as bedding and are uninsured. This assistance is means tested.

If people have been impacted please phone 1800 173 349 or access the Department of Communities’ website at www.communities.qld.gov.au. Regional staff of the Department of Communities will follow up on all enquiries.

At this stage access to some areas within the region is restricted due to flooding however all efforts will be made to make personal contact to those seeking assistance.

The Commonwealth Government is making financial assistance available for those impacted by this event.

Please contact your local Centrelink office, telephone 180 22 66 or access their website: www.centrelink.gov.au The Queensland Government’s business and industry website (www.deedi.qld.gov.au) provides details of specific flood assistance for Queensland businesses and primary producers affected by the floods.

These are very stressful times even if we have escaped material losses and support services are available through Lifeline on 13 11 14. This is a time for reaching out and supporting our neighbours.

YOGA AT BROOLOO Small group classes promote selfeducation and general well-being. Whilst honouring each student’s ability as much as possible. Classes are held in a private studio Tuesday and Thursday nights in Brooloo. Personal tuition by appointment.

Call Maureen on 5484 5848.

LOSE WEIGHT and FEEL GREAT! HERBALIFE Disributor: Shellie Johns Phone: 5484 5455. WORK FROM HOME: www.jakeba.com

ZUMBA CLASSES IN IMBIL Bruno Kempter provides satellite solutions for no TV reception areas in the Mary Valley and beyond.

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MARY VALLEY GM results: Kenilworth member Graham Miller was elected formally to the president’s chair at the MVI AGM in November.

Graham had taken on the role mid-year 2010 when outgoing president Roger Hogg re-signed. He is joined by secretary Kaili Parker-Price and treasurer Trish Gabbana.

MVI currently consists of members from the Dagun in the north to Conondale and Crystal Waters in the south. For more information, contact president Graham Miller on 5446 0100, visit www.themaryvalley.com.au or contact your local representatives: Amamoor:

Julie Worth 5484 3195 Ken Brasington 5488 4314

Dagun:

Brian Davis 5405 9974 James Arkle 5483 2112 Geoff Webber 5483 2368

Kandanga:

Trish Gabbana 5484 3465 David Sims 5484 3109

Imbil:

Heinke Butt 5488 6848 Marina Taylor 5484 5137

Kenilworth:

Graham Miller 5446 0100 Jeremy Atkins 5446 9195

Conondale:

Viv Bochow 5446 0962

Crystal Waters:

Scott Dunbar 5494 4650 Merv Partridge 5494 4844

MV Show Society:

Phil Jensen 5484 5335

Kenilworth QCWA:

Carol Miller 5446 0100

Far A Way 21 to 24 April 2011 Easter Carnival

Imbil Showgrounds

BSCC Car Rally 14 & 15 May 2011

Imbil Showgrounds

MVSS Art Festival

4 to 10 July 2011

Imbil Public Hall

MVSS Gala Show Ball

28 May 2011

Imbil Public Hall

Mary Valley 20 August 2011 Country Show

Request for council information: MVI has written to Gympie Regional Council for an update on the status of the Gympie Council Economic Development Strategy, and the State Government’s plans for land use in the Mary Valley.

The group understands that the government’s land use policy was to be announced by the end of 2010, but members have not been advised of this. The group is expecting a good outcome for the Mary Valley and its economic future, both from the Gympie strategy and the government planning, as outlined by Minister Hinchliffe in his June 4 2010 announcement: Members of the Mary Valley community are eager to understand how the Gympie Economic Development Strategy has identified key projects for the valley or which will directly and positively impact its economy.

Mary Valley Inc.

Meeting date: MVI has changed its meeting date to the fourth Thursday each month at 5.30pm at the Kenilworth SES shed. It is hoped that this will allow more frequent attendance by council liaison officers from both Gympie and the Sunshine Coast.

Mary Valley show society event calendar 2011

Cr Jenny McKay 0409 450 726 Cr Lew Brennan 5449 5244

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This is even more urgent as recent rains and flooding have severely damaged key arterial roads. Yabba Ck bridge at Imbil, No 1 and No 2 crossings between Imbil and Borumba Dam, and the closure of the boat ramp at the dam will impact heavily on local businesses who draw the majority of their trade from passing tourists.

Mary Valley marketing committee: MVI will auspice the marketing committee, which continues to have representation from Gympie Cooloola Tourism, local tourism operators, the Mary Valley Renewal Team and Mary Valley and Kenilworth Chambers of Commerce.

Gympie Council reps: Cr Julie Walker 0437 543 035

Cr Jan Watt 0437 733 383 SC Council reps:

We are now well past the first anniversary of the cancellation of the Traveston Crossing Dam project and the valley needs to move forward economically.

Imbil Showgrounds

Far A Way Sparkler Ride September – dtba Imbil

Showgrounds MVSS Campdraft 24 & 25 Sep. 2011

Imbil Showgrounds

MVSS Swap Meet 22 October 2011

Imbil Showgrounds

MVSS Melbourne Cup Luncheon

1 November 2011

Imbil Public Hall

MVSS Xmas Cent Sale

9 November 2011

Imbil Public Hall

Dec 2010 - Jan 2011 Moy Pocket Dec. 2010 542mm For the whole year 2010 1920mm • 2009 1142mm January 2011 599mm Report kindly submitted by Graham Brennan

� Meets every 4th Thursday of each month

Contact Secretary 5484 5338 or email secretary@themaryvalley.com.au

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OUR COMMUNITY CINEMA POMONA SCREENS WESTERN CLASSIC

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inema Pomona Film Society continues another year meeting every second Tuesday at 7pm at the Lions’ Den (old Scout hall), Cnr. Mountain and Hospital Streets, Pomona (turn left into Mountain St from Reserve St, and it is up in front of you on the left).

FIND YOUR ANCESTORS

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Ros Higginson Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group Inc.

One of our ‘classic’ choices “Red River� (PG - USA 1949 133 min) is screening Tuesday 15 February 2011 at 7pm.

It’s a long time since we have screened a good oldfashioned Western. So here it is, our first “classicâ€? film in this series and starring John Wayne and Montgomery Clift. It was described by one critic as “one of the greatest American adventures‌ a western ‘Mutiny on the Bounty’‌ spellbinding photography‌ rousing Dimitri Tiomkin score‌ an absolute must.â€? What more can we say?! New members welcome and can join at the door on screening nights. Doors open 6.30pm. More information 0408 879 679.

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Valley Bees meeting

e are calling a meeting of people who are concerned with the need to conserve all bees: for the health of our environment and on-going food supply.

Called Valley Bees, it will recognise and focus on the diversity of pollinators needed for the web of life to be sustained.

Valley Bees has a commitment to the nurturing of the Australian native bee populations in balance with the management of the honey bee.

All those who are interested experienced or beginners, or just interested in the well-being of our regional food supply - please come along to our inaugural meeting.

All welcome.

Kandanga Hall Sunday 13 February 2011 1.30pm for a 2pm start Contact Athol Craig on 5482 3637 or email glenbo@live.com.au

Cooroy

ind your ancestors with a beginners class on Saturday 12 February from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The “How to Start� talks held by Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group at 41 Miva Street, Cooroy are open to all. Cost $10.00. To book phone 5442 5570.

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LOCAL BUSINESS OPENS ITS HEART

hed the Light would like to thank Amanda from the Nepali Shop in Kenilworth for opening the op-shop at the request of the SES and supplying almost $600 worth of clothing to those in need during this recent crisis. Although the shop was closed due to the fact that staff could not get there Amanda opened and was a great help - again Thank you.

Carol-Ann Rofe Shed the Light 0419 445 401 FINANCIAL OPTIONS FOR FLOOD AFFECTED SMALL BUSINESSES AND PRIMARY PRODUCERS 1. Grant up to $25K to for cleanup and repair to recover from the floods. (A) $5K initially (on provision of evidence of damage e.g. photos/quotes). (B) Up to a further $20k on provision of tax invoices and official receipts from the supplier 2. Low Interest Loans (4%) up to $250K for maximum term of 7yrs. (A) For those who have suffered direct damage from the floods. (B) To be used for repair/replacement of plant, equipment and buildings; replacement of trading stock; or maintaining liquidity. Application forms are available by contacting us on Freecall 1800 623 946 or can be downloaded from our website at www.qraa.qld.gov.au.

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OUR COMMUNITY appy New Year to everyone, what an unusual start to the New Year.

The Christmas/New Year period was fairly quiet due to the rain. There were few campers and traffic was very quiet. We then had the flood which will be remembered for years as the flood of 2011. We thank most people for the way they acted during the flooding and the vast majority of residents who showed common sense and patience.

A few observations about the floods and information for future floods: If you require information on road conditions, please ring the Main Roads on 131940 or RACQ on 1300 130 595 or get onto the computer at www.racq.com/roadreports or www1.131940.qld.gov.au for the latest road information.

Do not ring the Police Station. We do not have any other updated information and usually get our information from these sites. Road enquiries tie up the phones and people who have genuine emergent situations cannot get through. Surprisingly, we do not get up at 5am and check all roads so that we can provide accurate information to callers from 5.30am.

If you feel the need to drive around and look at roads, please give way to the Police and SES. We do not just drive around looking at floods, we usually have somewhere to go. While it may not be urgent enough for lights and sirens, it may be important and we get stuck behind vehicles doing 20km/hr to sightsee. It was amazing the number of vehicles on the road when you couldn’t drive further than the museum, forestry and Western Creek. The SES were trying to evacuate a house and were getting abused by trouble makers for blocking the road.

If you have life-saving medication, make sure you have plenty on hand. Everyone knew that the flood was coming when the bridge in Imbil went out on the Friday night. The water then went down but it was obvious that it was coming back up again. Everyone had from Saturday morning to Sunday lunch time to arrange matters. We did organise urgent medication drops by helicopter, but these arrived 24 hours after arranged due to the helicopters being required for more urgent matters.

If you think you are out of food and need a helicopter to deliver food, look in your pantry. It is amazing how much food is in there when you think you have none. You are not going to die if you go without bread and milk for a few days. One point that most people don’t seem to realise is that you have to pay for the food that is delivered by helicopter. You ring the supermarket and organise the

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When you can’t get anywhere, you don’t need fuel.

There were people who had no power and needed fuel for generators who couldn’t get it because “local tourists” were filling their vehicles. Consider others.

Finally, a big thank you to the SES and Ian Blain from QFRS who put in many, many voluntary hours to ensure the safety of others and assist people during the week. They all put in long hours and the community owes them a great deal of gratitude. Also thanks to all those community members who assisted at busy times.

As I said many times, watch the TV and see how well off you are, we were inconvenienced but that is all.

Terry Kennedy Sergeant

Bill Greer Senior Constable

DAGUN MARKET LOOKING FOR LOCAL GROWERS

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agun Growers Market is relaunching in May 2011 and is looking for growers and primary producers.

Small or large scale operations are invited.

Make some extra money for your hobby.

Share your expertise in growing practices.

Develop a relationship with the consumer.

Promote sustainable practices.

It’s an opportune time to provide a better service for growers and customers alike by offering high quality, healthy, local produce - locally! Widespread flooding through the country has highlighted the direct need for our food supply to be re-localised.

The market offers the consumer choice - care-farmed/ organic/conventional in their selection of fruits, vegetables and meats.

Herbs, preserves, plants, books, teas, oil, refreshments, entertainment, craft, kids activities and educational programmes are also on the menu. Take a short trip on the Mary Valley Rattler. Enjoy wine and cheese tasting.

Promote the Mary Valley and be a part of your community.

Inquiries to Elaine Bradley on 5484 3749 or Lesa Bell on 5488 6595 or dagungrowersmarket@gmail.com

‘From YOUR paddock to YOUR plate guaranteed’ Mince, Sausages, Corned Beef, Steaks, Roasts etc.

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food, pay for it by credit card and the helicopter delivers it (if urgent). It is amazing how many people needed an urgent food drop but never organised it when they found out they had to pay for it.

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Wellington’s Way

ats off to flood disaster volunteers I have been inspired by the dedication of volunteers and local organisations who have put up their hands to assist the people of flood-ravaged areas of Queensland.

If you wish to contribute to the massive flood assistance program in this state, my office is acting as a collection point for the “boxes of love” - to be donated to Nambour’s Adopt-a-town - Helidon. Local organisers who have visited the devastated town of Helidon have asked that people wishing to assist could fill a shoebox with toiletries and non-perishable goods to ease the burden of families who have lost everything. Organisers will collect the boxes in late February. People who want to can leave boxed donations at my office before February 28.

I joined other Sunshine Coast volunteers when the floodwater went down, and travelled to Graceville and Ipswich to help out. I can only say that it was like working in a war zone. What was nice to see amidst the devastation was all the total strangers all joining together to help, and the many Australian flags draped around communities with notes from flood victims inscribed “thank you Australia”.

Flood inquiry submissions Many people have contacted my office wishing to make comment on floodrelated matters. The Premier has advised me that her department is developing a website where people can make a submission to the Commission of Inquiry into the flood disaster.

I have copies of the terms of reference in my Currie Street, Nambour office to assist people who want to make a submission to this inquiry. If people don’t have access to the government’s website when it is up and running, you can write to me and I will forward these submissions to the Premier.

When further information on the website is available I will let you know.

All the best for the new school year I would like to wish all of our students well in their studies this year. Parents and carers please take care around our schools when driving children to school, and be aware that the police will be doing radar work in the school zones and 40km/h zones in areas around schools. Please be aware that slow-down times in school zones vary from school to school.

First Sittings of Parliament The first sittings of Parliament for 2011 will be on February 15, 16 and 17. Anyone with any State Government issues that they would like me to take up with the Government should contact me before these dates to discuss their issues.

Meet me in Cooroy I will be holding my next Cooroy meeting in the Cooroy RSL boardroom on Thursday 3 March from 10am. Anyone who would like to meet with me can organise an appointment by contacting my Nambour office on 5441 6933.

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WHAT'S IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Rates payment extended by one week Recent ooding has delayed the mailing of Sunshine Coast Council rates notices by one week.

Council is therefore extending the discount for prompt payment by one week. You now have until Friday 25 February to pay your rates and still get the reduction.

Visit council's website for more information.

2011 community grants program If you are looking for funding to support your community organisation or arts project a council grant could be the answer.

Call a grants ofcer to discuss your project and to get help creating a compelling grant application.

Phone 5441 8616 for Community Grants and 5441 8385 for arts project grants through the Regional Arts Development Fund.

You can apply online on council’s website. Applications close 15 March 2011.

Roads closed or open?

Many council controlled roads are still affected by the recent heavy rains.

To nd out if the roads in your part of the Coast are passable visit council’s online map, you’ll nd it on the road closures page on council’s website.

The site information is automatically updated hourly, on the hour.

For information on the condition of main roads in the region go to www.131940. qld.gov.au and scroll down to ‘Northern Region”.

COUNCIL MEETINGS Performance and Service Committee Meeting

9am, 15 February, Tewantin.

Strategy and Planning Committee Meeting

9am, 16 February, Tewantin

Ordinary Meeting

Neville & Margaret Long Ph 5447 0175 or Email:longsfuel@skymesh.net.au

9.30am, 23 February, Tewantin.

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would like to applaud the many volunteers, workers and residents of the Gympie and Mary Valley area for their tireless efforts during the recent floods throughout our shire. Many of our roads are in a terrible state and will take some time to repair to even a passable state. So please bear with us as our workers do their very best to get things back to normal around the area. Our Local Disaster Plan went into action and by all accounts, worked really well. GRC Acting Mayor and Acting Chairman of the Disaster Management Group, Cr Tony Perrett advised us, that the Qld Government has activated both National Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) for Council and Special Disaster Flood Assistance for primary producers and small business owners who have suffered direct damage for the flooding. Residents who wish to report unsafe road conditions are asked to phone Council’s Works Division on 54810 899. Residents and travellers who are seeking information about road conditions and whether roads are open, are requested to either contact the Department of Main Roads and transport Traffic Report Line on 131940 or refer Council’s website for information about local road closures and flood heights - www.gympie.qld.gov.au You may have noticed, when you drive around, some patches along the roads/footpaths where the council slashers seem to have missed some stands of grass. This grass is the dreaded Giant Rats Tail grass. Our slasher drivers do their utmost to try not to mow over it so that our spray gang can come along and spray it. At this time of the year the grass is more easily seen as it is in it’s flowering/ seeding stage. I have been out marking some of it so that it can be more easily seen but we do unfortunately miss some.

Councils Heritage Advisory Committee along with the Arts Council are getting together to revive an old tradition from years gone by. We are going to have ‘Bands in the Park’ on the last Sunday of each month. To start with we are planning to hold these events in the Memorial Park in Gympie CBD and the day will kick off at 12 noon.

Everybody is most welcome to come along and enjoy the day. Why not make it a family event and BYO chair/ blanket and maybe even a picnic lunch. With season the way it’s been everything depends on the weather, but keep an eye on the website/local papers for updates.

Imbil First Response group are in need of more volunteers who are prepared to help out, the group meets at the Imbil Fire Brigade on 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 6.30pm. A huge thanks to the volunteers during the floods. Uniforms and training are all provided.

Gympie and District Hockey has a brand new artificial surface and their season sign-on is set for Friday 25 February in the evening and Saturday 26 February in the morning. For more information contact Ian on 5482 4982 or the Hockey Centre on 5482 4051.

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I hope that this letter is not too late, and I hope that you will publish it, you are our last hope for finding these lovely old cats.

I took them in a few months ago, to help the owners find them a new home, as they could could no longer keep them.

A home was found on Hunsley Road in Kidamon Creek.

Unfortunately the cats were left in an unsecured shed, and ran away terrified, into the night.

As they are both older, domesticated cats, it would be hard for them to survive in the wild. The rain has hampered our search efforts The grey cat (Max) is the male and is very protective of his lady (Piedee). They are both desexed and have been together since they were kittens - 10 years. They are affectionate and gentle cats, but would be very scared.

I would be happy to leave them in a new home if they have been taken in by a kind person. If not I will take them back and am offering a reward for them. Either way if you have seen them or know where they are please call Anna on 0422 117 017 or 5329 8305.

Anna Noorbergen See photo of the cats on page19.

Recent floods and rainfall events have triggered a number of mosquitoes breeding sites which have the potential to cause health related diseases and nuisances. THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN DO TO REDUCE THE THREAT • Throw out containers in the yard that hold water (eg. tyres, tins, jars, etc • Change water in bird baths and pet bowls frequently • Clean roof gutters • Emptying pot plant saucers every week or filling them with sand • Keep swimming pools clean and chlorinated • Use insect repellents containing DEET or picaridin (read and follow all directions) • Wear protective clothing • Ensure mosquitoes screens on rainwater tanks are repaired or kept intact.

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“Hunting flies” he responded. “Oh. Killing any?” she asked. “Yep, three males, two females,” he replied. yb uoy ot thguorb si Intrigued, she asked. “How can you tell them apart?”

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RENTALS AVAILABLE FROM $215 p/wk Please call our office to discuss.

Distinguished home in Kenilworth for $460,000

Owners relocating, quick sale needed – Kenilworth Overlooking the countryside from your verandah is a relaxing way to spend time. This lowset three bedroom hardi-plank home is on the outskirts of Kenilworth on 4.82 acres. Two of the three bedrooms have built-in robes and there are ceiling fans plus wood heater and airconditioning. The kitchen lounge and dining areas are all open plan with a separate office off the main rooms. The kids will be happy with the teenager’s retreat which is separate from the main home. There is a dam on the property, and a spring fed creek... making this land ideal for a pony or pet cow. Inspections are by appointment. Only $339,000!

This beautifully renovated home in Kenilworth is situated a short walk from the hub of town and local facilities. There are four bedrooms in total, all with built-in robes. A modern airconditioned extension has been added to the property which is separate from the main original home. It is self contained with kitchenette, bathroom and two bedrooms plus office area and private covered deck.

This property would be ideal for the large family or work from home entrepreneur. The main home has polished floorboards, open fireplace and air conditioning, large open plan living areas and modern fixtures and fittings which are some of the features that this property offers. The two large covered decks overlook the landscaped gardens and local countryside with a northerly aspect.

Single lockup garage and single car parking space, fernery, town services plus 2 x 1,000 gallon rainwater tanks also complement this property. The presentation is a credit to the current owners. Price $460,000.

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3. Cambroon: $270 pw. Highset THREE bedroom home, upstairs and downstairs living. Great rural outlook and on one acre surrounded by large acreage properties. Quiet location, available now.

4. Cambroon: $300 pw. Rural location. Lowset brick home on five acres.

Large shed. Available now.

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This large acreage farm is on 101 acres with 300m Mary River frontage and creek flats.

Water is plentiful with a two-hectare water irrigation licence, two large dams plus two bores and rainwater tanks. There are two large sheds on the property, together with a windmill.

The property is completely fenced along all external boundaries with a number of internal fences. This property has well elevated house sites with views over Kenilworth. Buildings include hay shed plus caravan covered area 135ft x 40ft, workshop 70ft x 20ft; pump house 6ft x 6ft (garden shed) and tunnel house. Views over Mary River and Kenilworth can be seen from the level elevated house site. Price $650,000.