Mary Valley Voice 10 August 2011 - Vol.21 No.14

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10 August 2011 Vol.21 No. 14

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Kenilworth Chook Chase 2011 The juniors love it too! p5

Features KENILWORTH Kenilworth Earlybird playgroup Kenilworth Pony Club news_ ____3 Rainforest plants Kenilworth parks progress_____ 4 Kenilworth Chook Chase 2011 Kenilworth Arts Celebrates!____5 Historical article: Kenilworth Protest Thank you to local business______ 6 COOROY-POMONA Vegan Era @ Cooroy Library At the Movie: Saratan “Escape� art exhibition__________7

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MARY VALLEY New projects in the MV help recovery Mary Valley Country Show_______ 8 Imbil Red Cross Ball_______________ 9 Scrub Busters Harmony singing w’shop @ Imbil Web hosting offer from MV Inc. MV Scarecrow Festival 2011 Crystal Waters Wellness Festival “Farmready� reimbursements_ ____18 OUR COMMUNITY Dagun Growers Market Slow Food SC Hinterland The Green Journey__________ 10 Open studio Baroon Pocket__ 11 Festival of the Walks 2011 _____ 13

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KENILWORTH Wintery Mornings at Kenilworth Earlybird Playgroup

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ith the frosty winter mornings in full swing, the kids at Kenilworth Earlybird Playgroup have been making some awesome arts and crafts, growing some yummy vegetables and playing some fantastic outdoor games.

With winter as the theme this term we’ve made loads of creative winter crafts, consisting of warm and cosy mittens, cute little toilet roll penguins, and completed some amazing cutting and gluing activities.

Kenilworth Earlybird Playgroup is set amongst the beautiful facilities of Kenilworth State Community College. Our playgroup room and playground areas are one of a kind, as everyone who ever comes to our days can’t believe what a wonderful place it is for children to interact, also letting parents have a little time to catch up with friends over a coffee. Playgroup is run through the Kenilworth State Community College who is proud to be able to offer this service to the community as it develops essential early learning skills for children, enabling them to gain greater knowledge and skills before they enter there schooling years.

for non-zone 26 riders which gave them an overall 6th in the Competitive Associates group. Rachael’s score in the second round met the requirements to qualify at the State Campdraft to be held in September.

The Zone 6 Formal Day (Hack Day) was held in Cooroy on Sunday 24 July. Tyla Fenton-Leslie, Megan Lisett, Caitlyn Boon, Romy McCullough, Winona Emery, Kate Lisett and Jessie Falconer all represented KPC, collecting a swag of ribbons between them. Romy McCullough placed 3rd overall in her age group and received Champion Pony Hack and the DG Westerner Award. Jessie Falconer placed 2nd in her age group.

Thank you to those members who helped out at the recent Chook Chase. A warm welcome to our new members.

“Riding: The art of keeping a horse between you and the ground.” ~ Author Unknown

RIDER PROFILE Name: Abigail Henbury Pony’s Name: Champagne Bubbles Type of Pony: Palouse How long have you been a member of KPC? New this year Favourite Pony Club Event: Mounted Games Best Pony Club Memory: Practicing for Led Class

So come on in and enjoy a cuppa while the kids play. The cost is $1.50 per child or $3.00 per family. Playgroup caters for children from birth to five years of age.

So if you’re around feel free to come down! For more information contact Cynthia on 5440 0555. Can’t wait to see you there.

KENILWORTH PONY CLUB NEWS

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oth Sonia and Rachael Law travelled to Manumbar for the weekend of 16 and 17 July for the Zone 26 Campdraft School and Encouragement Draft.

Both enjoyed the four lessons on the Saturday (in wet, windy and cold weather) from expert instructors, while Rachael continued on the Sunday for the Encouragement Draft. Rachael, riding Ricochet, in their second draft placed 3rd and 1st in the two rounds to place 1st overall

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KENILWORTH Rainforest Plants

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here is an amazing range of rainforest plants available including local species like Peanut Tree, Sterculia quadrifia which has large bright red pods with edible seeds and Snow wood, Parachidendron pruninosum. It has bunches of fragrant yellow flowers and decorative orange seed pods which attracts butterflies especially the beautiful Tailed Emperor.

Rainforests are remarkably hardy and adaptable.

Many plants adapt quickly to local conditions including sun or semishade, some are frost resistant especially when a canopy has been established. Fire-retardant qualities are exhibited by most rainforest species.

They can be used to form a “green fire-break” that although it may not stop a fire, will reduce its speed and intensity.

Many plants are grown specifically for their ability to attract birds and butterflies. Figs and other ripening fruit attract pigeons like the large magnificent and colourful Wompoo fruitdove (photo above) often recognised by its distinguished wompoo or “wollack-a-woo” call.

Some rainforest plants are increasingly grown for bush food. Gardeners who grow only ‘edible-or-local’ plants find that some rainforest species, such as Lillypillies like Acmena smithii or Brush Cherry Syzygium australe, fit both requirements.

In gardens plants are usually shorter, denser with a more rounded appearance. Mulching is important as it provides humus to support healthy plants that need less water and the mulch keep the roots cool and moist.

Gumnut Park Native Plants stock a wide range of rainforest plants in tubes and pots, for sale in Kenilworth, first and third Saturday, email gumnutpark@skymesh.com.au

Kenilworth parks progress

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ore inviting recreational spaces. That’s the aim of Sunshine Coast Council in its current upgrades to Charles Street Park and Isaac More Park in Kenilworth.

Division 10 Councillor Paul Tatton said the first stage of works were currently underway at both parks.

“At Isaac Moore Park council has installed low timber vehicle barriers to the park perimeter and will plant about 20 native shade trees in the lawn and extend the native bush tucker garden during the upcoming spring months,” he said.

“Stage 1 works in Charles Street Park include minor regrading, levelling and partial returfing of the large grass area. Along with this, around 20 native shade trees will be planted in late spring. Council has also purchased native plants and weed control matting to commence revegetation works on the western river bank in late Spring, possibly by community working bee.

“Council is considering the installation of permanent vehicle barriers near the eastern end of Charles Street to contain cars in the western end of the park and to protect the river bank.”

Council is also investigating relocation of the adjoining farm fence to its correct boundary alignment, to enlarge the park.

Cr Tatton said community consultation feedback had been incorporated into the concept designs for both parks.

“Local residents identified a number of priorities for Isaac Moore Park including additional tables and seating; BBQ facilities; shelters; local natural and cultural heritage interpretation; a bush tucker garden; and additional car parking,” he said.

“In Charles Street Park the priorities were riverbank revegetation and weed control; walkways and seating; additional shade tree planting; and car park areas.”

New walkways and seating are currently on hold due to part of the park’s riverbank being washed away during the flooding early in 2011.

Council and community members will continue to investigate funding opportunities for the future stages of works to both parks.

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KENILWORTH Kenilworth Celebrates!

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rett A. Jones’ star continues to rise in the art world. Best known for his amazingly detailed freehand graphite drawings, he is now one of the resident artists writing regular drawing articles for “Artists Back to Basics” magazine, which has worldwide distribution. He is described as the publisher as “the most suitable artist in Australia to be writing this drawing column”.

Our front cover story Kenilworth Chook Chase 2011

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he annual Kenilworth Chook Chase took place over the weekend of 23 and 24 July, and as in previous years was a great success. This annual event continues to grow in popularity, with entrants eager to secure their place early once nominations open. With 300 main track entrants - this number being the maximum we are permitted to allow - and numerous junior riders, the atmosphere was again full of excitement and filled with the roar of engines. Thankfully the weather held fine, albeit coolish, with the wet in the preceding days making for an excellent ride.

His services as a freehand drawing tutor are also in great demand with the few workshops he finds time to offer in Maryborough being quickly booked out. His mostly self-taught skills and techniques in the field of freehand drawing have helped a lot of people over the years to improve their own arts practice across the board with everyone from novices to established artists benefiting from his insights into how to draw freehand.

All entrants obeyed the rules associated with the event which, for those of you who are not fully conversant with the activity, is not a race but rather off-road motorcycle riders enjoying what they came for - fellowship and plenty of off-road activity over pre-defined tracks provided through the forestry and made available through the generous support and collaboration of Forestry Plantations Queensland and Department of Environment and Resource Management. Without their cooperation and assistance the event would not be possible, and we extend our thanks to them for once again working with the Chook Chase Committee.

He has been involved with the Kenilworth Celebrates! art festival workshops for the last few years which bring by their own admission “the finest tutors from each medium available in Australia” together for the weeklong festival in September. Some of the tutors travel from as far as Sydney and Melbourne for this very highly regarded art festival which also includes the Kenilworth Art Show, the $15 000 Kenilworth Art Prize, and a host of other activities and events.

Much praise must go to the consortium of volunteers who generously gave of their time in many ways to ensure the meals provided for the riders and their families were supplied with efficiency. The majority were aligned with one of the beneficiary organisations, but there were a number who came just to help without any particular organisation in mind, and to them all we are sincerely grateful. It just goes to show that community spirit is still alive and well in Kenilworth.

Brett A. Jones’ method of freehand drawing ( left as a selfportrait) is explained in a way everyone can understand with very practical demonstrations and a high degree of personal guidance.

All basic equipment and materials needed for the four-day course is supplied and Brett’s easy going manner and obvious passion for the subject always ensures an entertaining and rewarding experience.

The Kenilworth workshops are the only other place he is available to teach his unique style of drawing apart from the workshops conducted in Maryborough so anyone interested in further details or bookings can ring Brett on (07) 4128 7682 or workshop coordinator Rodney Bloomer on (07) 5472 3088 or 0409 171 003.

Thanks also go to those who organised and established where the ride would run over, the sweeps who maintained control and supervision over the riders, the SES who monitored the event, the Queensland Ambulance Service and Kenilworth First Response for their medical skills where required, the volunteers from Kenilworth Hall Committee, Kenilworth Swimming Pool, the Mary Valley Voice, Kenilworth RSL, Kenilworth Pony Club and others who toiled, those who were involved in making sure the paperwork was completed and in order such as nominations, insurance, licences, permits and similar, and last but not least to the people of Kenilworth for their understanding and fellowship extended to our visitors.

If you would like to see further examples of Brett’s work visit his website www.seaofpain.com

As is the custom, all profits generated from the ride will be distributed to not-for-profit organisations in the town who have been mentioned in previous articles. It must be noted that this is a non-sponsored activity, with all income being generated by entry fees, food and drink sales and raffle of donated prizes.

Kenilworth has once again shown its ability to work together for the benefit of the community, and the question must therefore be asked – who’d live anywhere else!

Colour photos of the Chook Chase volunteers p12

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KENILWORTH Kenilworth Population was Protesting more than 70 years ago

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he Courier Mail, 13 December, 1938 printed the following article on page 5:-

LIQUOR LICENCE OPPOSED Kenilworth Protest An objection to the proposed removal of a licensed victualler’s licence to Kenilworth was heard by the Licensing Commission yesterday. Grounds for the objection, which was made by W.G. Sims, R.G. Walker and W.H. Hassall, residents of Kenilworth were that the licence was not needed for the convenience of the public and requirements of the locality and that the quiet and good order of the neighbourhood would be disturbed if a licence were granted. Sims, in evidence said that he had organised a petition to the commission which had been signed by 68 residents of the district.

Mr. Arthur Toombes, superintendent of the Queensland Temperance League told the commission that opinions differed on whether there was sufficient accommodation for strangers at Kenilworth. He thought that local residents, who had twice decided at local option polls against a liquor licence, would be prepared to provide any additional facilities needed. The Chairman of the commission (Mr. T.A. Ferry) adjourned the hearing.

Apparently the protest was in vain because in the Friday March 17, 1939 edition of the Courier Mail Tenders for Kenilworth Hotel were called. The page 5 article stated that the specifications required an up-to-date building containing at least 14 bedrooms and all modern conveniences such as septic and hot water systems, refrigeration and an electric lighting plant.

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Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth & District Historical Assn Inc.

Friends of Kenilworth Library Thank You to Local Businesses

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n behalf of the Friends of Kenilworth Library, I would like to give a huge bouquet to all of the local businesses who responded so generously to our request for a donation of a voucher, a gift or cash that we were able to give the library staff to use as lucky door prizes at the 25th anniversary celebrations. The people whose names were drawn out of the hat were delighted with their prizes.

Thank you.

Yvonne James Secretary

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COOROY/POMONA RAFTER TAKES TO THE TALKING CIRCUIT

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co-Evangelist David Rafter, younger brother of Australian tennis legend Pat Rafter and partner Amanda along with Vegan Era are embarking on a seminar circuit spreading the health and environmental benefits of leading a compassionate, vegan lifestyle.

In response to the Australian Government ban on live export, David will discuss the impacts this has on our planet, and how leading an animal free lifestyle can help.

Along with this, David will talk about the heavy burden the livestock industry has on our planet, and ways we can reduce our carbon footprint without having to pay tax.

Healthy Living, Healthy Planet will commence at Cooroy Library on Monday 15 August at 10am. The free seminar will talk about current environmental, compassionate and health issues facing the Australian public.

To accompany this seminar, David’s partner Amanda will talk about her health journey. As an international model, and cancer survivor, this amazing 26 year old has learnt so much in her short time, and her dream of spreading her message to the world is being realised.

A number of interlocking stories about the inhabitants of a small Krygyz village, during the ten years following the fall of the Soviet Union. These are tragicomic tales about politics and religion, tradition and modernity, pride and honour. Pensions are not being paid, money is not flowing as it should, and people are out to feather their own nests.

Die-hard communists still live in the village, a cattle thief remains active, and the local policeman has plenty of work to do.

New members welcome and can join at the door on screening nights.

Doors open 6.30pm. More information 0408 879 679 or 0407 622 398.

‘ESCAPE’ POMONA ART EXHIBITION

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xhibiting in August at the Old Railway Station Gallery in Pomona is Alan Falls a member of the Hinterland Art Group.

This will be Alan’s second solo Art Exhibition and having sold 12 works at his first exhibition he is at it again. All are welcome to the opening at 3pm, Saturday 13 August.

The exhibition will be open until Thursday 8 September.

In a world that is noticing more sever climatic events David Rafter and Amanda are going to the extreme in a hope to encourage people to do all that they can to reduce their carbon footprint.

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inema Pomona Film Society continues meeting every fortnight on Tuesdays 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 your left).

Screening on Tuesday 23 August 2011 at 7.00pm is SARATAN (Kyrgyzstan 2005– 84mins – PG • Director: Ernest Abdyjaparov)

Alan’s initial training was in photography but “Escape” showcases his move from the ‘reality’ of photography to the freedom of mixed media and photo collage.

The gallery is owned and operated by Pomona Progress Art Tourism Inc. a non-profit community organisation, staffed solely by volunteers, and is a means by which local “up and coming” and more experienced artists can have their work exhibited.

The gallery hours are 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm, Saturday. Alan will be in attendance on Fridays. Go along and enjoy meeting the artist, seeing the lovely gallery and viewing the colourful artwork. For more information call Alan on 0407 119 858 and leave a message or email alan.falls@bigpond.com Photo of the artwork above “The Olgas”.

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MARY VALLEY Mary Valley Country Show 2011

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he committee and members of the Mary Valley Show Society have been working all year to present another great Mary Valley Country Show on Saturday 20 August.

The stud beef cattle was a great success last year and Andrea Schultz, Christine Hamilton and Ashleigh Backhouse have been hard at work to produce another program to encourage the stud beef cattle exhibitors in our area to participate at this year’s show. See advert page15.

Ring events this year has many new sponsors and prizes and features a large stockhorse program with more great prizes and trophies.

Mary Valley Rodeo is well known for its thrills and spills with a large number of competitors. Bull and bronc action will start at 1.30pm, canteens and bars will operate all day. Interest in market stalls has been high this year and promises to give showgoers lots of variety to browse and purchase.

As always the pavilion will be packed with exhibits, we have the second Wind Orchestra to entertain us at lunchtime and the Duke Wilde Band along with supporting acts to rock the night away starting at 5.30pm. Fireworks will be at 7.30pm.

NEW PROJECTS IN MARY VALLEY HELP RECOVERY

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he future looks bright for the Mary Valley with a threepronged approach to its recovery through projects in the agriculture, tourism and environmental sectors.

The news was welcomed and applauded by an audience of more than 100 residents at a packed hall at Imbil mid-July when the Mary Valley community forum was held.

The valley projects on tourism, agriculture and environmental initiatives were presented by Julie Worth, Elaine Bradley and Dr Tanzi Smith. Mrs Worth outlined the tourism initiative “Mary Valley Country – Come out to Play”, which has been driven by a volunteer team and has already produced a billboard on the Bruce Highway, two in a series of activity information sheets and a Facebook and Twitter presence for the unique experiential branding. Gympie Cooloola Tourism has backed the project with radio advertisements and a new edition of the Mary Valley map, which all align with the Mary Valley Country theme.

Mrs Worth encouraged local businesses and groups to use the theme, which was the result of research which identified that the Mary Valley was the most untouched natural playground for outdoor recreation in South-East Queensland.

Dr Tanzi Smith outlined the federally funded Threatened Species Recovery Plan for the Mary river - the first of its kind in Australia, where this type of funding is usually provided to a specific species only.

Her presentation “Playing in the Land of the Giants”, referred to

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the variety of unique and endangered species in the area which displayed unusual characteristics, including the giant barred frog, Australian lungfish, dugongs, mangroves, Mary River turtle and Mary River cod.

The process will raise awareness in the community of the importance of the river system and will educate people on how it can be better managed to maintain a healthy habitat for these species.

More than 100 food producers have been contacted by Elaine Bradley, who is coordinating a project into the food supply chain for the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation. Her presentation was titled “Growing Food with Mary” and described her research project into what foods are produced in the Mary catchment and how to improve both their production and marketing. She said the huge diversity of foods produced in the region, as well as its proximity to markets and the rapidly growing population of South-East Queensland, gave producers outstanding potential in the food tourism sector.

Gympie Regional Council deputy mayor Tony Perrett gave an overview of the Mary Valley Addendum which was attached to the Gympie Regional Economic Development Strategy.

But most people wanted to hear what the State Government had to say about its plans for the Mary Valley land holdings 13,000 hectares of rich agricultural land now owned by the State.

An update was given by Michele Bauer, who is the executive director of Land Acquisitions and Management Branch, Office of the Coordinator General. She said the Government land was spread across 494 properties and more than 400 agreements such as leases, licences and tenancies, and Government endorsement was pending on a sales strategy which recommended the release of the properties into the real estate market in a controlled manner.

The department was committed to maintaining the character of the valley through compliance with regional and local plans, Ms Bauer said, as well as providing certainty to lessees by honouring existing agreements, some of which will be in place until 2035.

About 200 former landholders were leasing their properties back from the Government, and five properties had been bought back in the recent scheme. A total of 57 properties were under negotiations with the Department of Main Roads as part of the Bruce Highway upgrade, and four properties were unable to be rented until they met leasing standards.

On reflection of the success of the night, Mary Valley Renewal Team spokesperson, Glenda Pickersgill said “It is encouraging to hear updates on community driven projects that will make a difference, which we can get involved with and to continue conversations that help develop new ideas and opportunities.”

Information and updates on projects will be fed into the Mary Valley Community and Economic Plan which was put together to help recover from the social and economic impacts of the now discontinued Traveston Crossing Dam proposal. A status report on all projects will be available on the website www. marvalleyrenewal.org and the next community forum update is planned for early 2012.

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MARY VALLEY Mary Valley State College Year 10 presentation ball

The evening finished about midnight, everyone had a ball, and it was something for the students to remember.

Year 10 student couples were: Elisha Young and Michael Rayner • Matilda Frank and Izak Leacy • Taylor Hurley and Wade Clark • Crystall Horsfall and Cameron Larkins • Emerald McCarthy and Mat Collins • Belle Gay and Ryan Matthews • Emily Rose and Joshua Jessop.

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PROBUS COOROY CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS IN JULY

mbil Red Cross branch once again excelled in bringing Christmas to the Mary Valley in July at the Year 10 presentation ball.

The chilly winter’s evening added to the ambience of the special night planned for the Year 10 students from Mary Valley State College.

Two large metallic reindeer flanked the stage, golden drapes fell from the ceiling and spectacular table decorations transformed the hall into a wonderland.

The Sunshine Swing Band warmed up the capacity crowd with a few waltzes and three steps before the emcee Col Huddy introduced guest Susan Golding, manager of Red Cross Branch Member Services, who gave a short speech about the Red Cross services provided for young people.

This was followed by the most important event, the student presentation.

Standing Ron and Irene Scott, sitting Jenny and Roy ‘Santa’ Fishley

Walking in pairs, the young women were stunning in evening dresses, arm in arm with smart suited young men.

They were presented to Susan and her partner Peter while parents, grandparents and friends proudly looked on.

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Marina Taylor and her dedicated team of caterers, ably assisted by young students serving at the tables, provided a superb three courses of the Christmas feast.

“Come in-store for our great fresh fruit & veg specials.”

During a band break, student and aspiring singer/ songwriter Belle Gay delighted the audience with her warm romantic song.

Another highlight of the evening was the regular update on the progress in kilometres of four Imbil residents participating in the Kokoda Challenge being held at the same time at the Gold Coast. A table collection raised $300 for the four women – Tiffany McCarthy, Belinda Greer, Heinke Butt and Carol McIntosh - and the funds will benefit disadvantaged children.

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OUR COMMUNITY DAGUN Market offers nutritional tips to healthy eating

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roduce in abundance is being featured each week by sharing recipes and new ways to enjoy natures bounty. Check out the offering for August: August 13 Experience ginger. Curry recipes and easy to grow tubers.

August 20 Healthy greens. Mustards, cabbage, kale.

Discover the healing powers.

August 27 Mysterious Bush Foods.

Dagun growers market is held every Saturday from 2pm.

An opportunity arose to diversify their orchard of lychees and stonefruit. A range of condiments were released with the product range still expanding to introduce a new Lychee Balsamic Vinegar. The Liqueur range took out 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at this years Ekka and blitzed the Australian Fruit Wine Awards in Cairns. Try the Sweet Chilli Sauce or Nectarine Dessert Sauce. Condiments are available at Dagun Growers Market but the wines are sold out I’m afraid! www.tomaratalychees.com.au Slow Food would like to highlight a new producer every month. So if you grow locally and want people to know about it. Let us know about it!

At 2pm you can ride the Rattler to Amamoor, watch the engine on the turntable then return to Dagun at 3.15pm.

Discover the natural history walk. You can also walk the labyrinth or play ‘petanque’ (form of boules) in the station grounds. Wine and cheese tastings, coffee and cake, preserves and much more are available on site. www.dagungrowersmarket.com

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GREEN JOURNEY-TAKING STEPS TO BETTER CHOICES

heck out new website Green Journey taking steps for better choices. Their goal is to share resources and inspiration to help you live more sustainably.

Be informed with ‘What’s On’ the Sunshine Coast and beyond, subscribe to the FREE Green Journey Community News to connect with: workshops, farmers markets, permaculture, community gardens, garden/environment events, school gardens, local food, transition towns, movies and lots more. www.greenjourney.com.au

Grants available for projects on privately owned rural land

Landholder Environment Grants Rural landowners looking for financial assistance to carry out conservation projects on their properties are invited to apply for Sunshine Coast Council’s Landholder Environment Grant.

Landholders can apply for assistance to carry out natural resource management projects such as: • fencing to restrict stock access to significant vegetation, creeks and rivers • installing off-stream stock watering points and stock crossings • revegetation of degraded areas or to establish vegetation corridors • soil conservation works, sediment and erosion control • control of environmental weeds to rehabilitate native vegetation areas • restoring habitat for rare or threatened species • modification of existing fencing to make it more wildlife friendly.

A second round of funding will be offered from Monday 6 February.

Information and application process Visit council’s website for guidelines, factsheets and to apply For advice and support, please call our Conservation Partnerships Officer on 07 5475 7272 or grants@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Expressions of interest are open from Monday 1 August to Friday 19 August 2011.

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OUR COMMUNITY Open Studio – Creative Spaces 2011

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uring the month of August, over thirty professional artists living within an 18km radius of Baroon Pocket Dam will open their studios to the public. “Open Studio Creative Spaces 2011” is an initiative of the hinterland arts organisation, Arts Connect Inc.

We invite you to our special part of the Hinterland at the end of the very scenic Curramore Road which winds through forest and most spectacular open country with views in all directions.”

The program has been supported by the Sunshine Coast Community Grants program. Some studios will be open throughout the month of August, but ALL studios will be open during the last two weekends in August, 20 and 21 and 27 and 28 August. Details of artists, their studios loca-tion and times open can be found on our website www.artsconnectinc.com.au Well known local sculptor, Janna Pameijer (above) says “my studio is the place where clay comes to life. Sculptures in all stages are everywhere!

Portraits watch over me; samples, works in progress and tools of the trade are my inspirational companions in this special space.

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OUR COMMUNITY Walk Amongst Giants

“We are really excited to launch the Speed Dating Walk this year,” said Richard. “We will have some great prizes on offer including a two course dinner for two with a bottle of bubbly at Pomodoras and one night’s accommodation for two at the Montville Country Cabins in Maleny.”

The “People on Walks” Photo Competition is expected to attract a couple of hundred entries after having around 150 entrants in 2010.

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he third annual Sunshine Coast Walks Festival will feature over 20 guided and self-guided walks throughout the Sunshine Coast Hinterland from 19 to 28 August.

The walks, which range from brief leisurely strolls to 58 kilometre hikes, will showcase the unique beauty and charm of the area. The festival is held in the Blackall Ranges villages of Montville, Maleny, Mapleton, Flaxton, Conondale, Kenilworth and the Glasshouse Mountains.

“The festival includes walks, a photographic competition, markets and workshops, art exhibitions, community and cultural events, and promotes a healthy lifestyle,” said Sunshine Coast Walks Festival co-ordinator Richard Hill.

The walks with experienced and knowledgeable local guides and bushwalkers include the bird walk, restaurant walk, the inaugural speed dating walk, artist’s walks and the Montville Heritage Walk.

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland area covers such diverse habitats as subtropical rainforest, open eucalypt forest, waterfalls and the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains.

The festival offers a selection of rainforest and mountain walks, ranging from easy to strenuous.

The walks descriptions are set out on the website, but to name a few:

The competition offers a $1000 Harvey Norman voucher for first prize for adults and a family pass to Australia Zoo for the winner of the children’s division.

The top six winning entries will have their photo printed, framed and put on display at each of the Town Walk Days and afterwards at Flaxton Gardens. The winners will be announced at the festival opening cocktail party at Flaxton Gardens on Friday 19 August.

The festival will wrap up at the Mapleton Walks Day on Sunday 28 August.

From 8am to 1pm, Mapleton will come alive with markets, workshops and the launch of the “Mapleton Heritage Circuit” Walk.

Participants can register for their walk online via http://www.festivalofthewalks.com.au/events_full_list.php “Accommodation for the Festival is available in over 1800 beds in the many charming B&B’s, guesthouses, small hotels and private rentals on the range,” said Richard.

Visitors can find a wide range of accommodation options and information at www.hinterlandtourism.com.au For more information visit: http://www.sunshinecoastwalksfestival.com.au Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/WalksFestival

The Trachyte Walk covers 5.7 kilometres in two hours in the shadow of Mount Tibrogargan volcanic plug. Trachyte, a spectacular type of volcanic rock, forms the Glasshouse Mountains. The track highlights heath and open woodland communities of the Glasshouse Mountains and provides unique views of the mountains from the lookout.

The Lake Baroon to Kondalilla Falls Walk in the national park follows Skene Creek through riparian rainforest, crossing bridges over palm and vine forested streams.

There are dramatic views of the Gorge, Obi Obi Creek and Lake Baroon. The walk finishes at Kondalilla falls with a swim in the natural rock pool (for the hardy!) after the four and a half hour walk.

The Sunshine Coast Walks Festival is proud to host the inaugural Speed Dating Walk. Singles of all ages are welcome to come along and participate in a five kilometre walk where they can meet other singles in a fun, non-pressured environment.

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ocal 15 year old, Mikyla Hogno is competing in the ‘2012 National Rodeo Association Princess Quest’. In this quest the girls must compete in many sections including horsemanship, personality and appearance whilst being judged by a panel of six Judges. Whilst competing in this quest, Mikyla Hogno also competes in the sport of rodeo, barrel racing and pole bending with the National Rodeo Association and the National Barrel Horse Association of Australia.

At almost every full rodeo the entrants will compete to win the title for that particular rodeo, Mikyla has achieved the titles of ‘Miss 2011 National Rodeo Association Caboolture Rodeo Princess’, ‘Miss 2011 National Rodeo Association Teebar Rodeo Princess’ and ‘Miss 2011 National Rodeo Association Gympie Runner-Up Rodeo Princess’. These titles all contribute points to the final round.

This quest is open to all girls living in the south-east corner of Queensland and competing with the National Rodeo Association. As part of entering the quest, Mikyla must fundraise along with her fellow entrants and has been running fundraisers to support this. She also competes in singing Eisteddfods and is highly involved in the music department at her school, St Teresa’s Catholic College in Noosaville.

Mikyla will be holding more fundraisers throughout the year so do not hesitate to contact her for more information.

Anybody who is interested in sponsoring Mikyla in her quest for the crown can contact her on 0438 723 333. Any help is greatly appreciated.

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within the road rules and drive to the conditions of the road at the time, then you may not meet us in unpleasant circumstances.

If issued with a traffic infringement notice, a driver has a number of options which are explained on the inside of the ticket. These include paying the fine or defending the matter in Court. If the fine is not paid or Court Hearing elected, the matter is sent to the State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER) who will then write to the driver advising of options to deal with the matter. SPER send the information to the last address on the drivers licence. If the matter is then not finalised, the driver will have their licence automatically suspended and another notice is sent to the address on the drivers licence. If caught driving, the person will be charged with driving with a suspended licence. “I did not receive the notice” is not an excuse that will be accepted. It is a requirement that a driver changes their address on their licence within 14 days of moving to new address. If you don’t change your address, notices (including renewal notices) will be sent to your old address. If you have a crash while your licence is suspended, your insurance company will not cover you.

It is a requirement that before a vehicle is driven on a road, it is registered and insured. The consequences for not doing so are a Court appearance, a fine, possibly loss of licence and possibly having the vehicle impounded or forfeited. This is in addition to no third party insurance if you are involved in a crash (whether in the right or at fault) and no comprehensive insurance as your insurance company will not pay if the vehicle is unregistered. It is the responsibility of the person driving the vehicle to ensure that it is registered before they drive it. “I don’t own the vehicle and have only borrowed it” is not an excuse that will be accepted. The owner also commits an offence of allowing someone to drive an unregistered vehicle.

There have been a number of problems in the area with dogs attacking stock, chooks, other dogs and children recently.

Some of these attacks are by wild dogs but some are by domestic dogs. The owner of a dog is liable for the conduct of that dog and if the dog attacks another animal or a person, the owner could be successfully sued for damages.

The control of dogs in the community is a council responsibility.

If you have a dog problem in your area, wild or domestic, contact the Gympie Council.

Recently we have had a number of thefts in the division. It appears as though we have some untrustworthy people in our area. If anyone has any information about stolen property, they can contact the station or Crimestoppers 1800 333 000.

The information will be treated confidentially and we may be able to rid our area of these thieves. It may end up being your property that is saved.

Terry Kennedy Sergeant

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OUR COMMUNITY Wellington’s Way Out There

hand delivered Census forms to every household in Queensland.

eter Wellington knows very well that Campbell Newman and the LNP have ruled out building the Traveston dam, but I want to know if he will rule out backing the Labor government that wanted it in the first place?

Everyone in Australia on Census night has two options to accurately complete their Census form-via the traditional paper form or online using eCensus.

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The Census should be completed on Census night.

However, the eCensus website www.Census.gov.au is open from 28 July to 5 September.

The eCensus is a fast, easy and secure alternative to the paper form, and it can be completed wherever people have access the Internet, including through a dial up Internet connection.

When they call on each household, Census Collectors provide those who want to complete the Census online with a secure, individual eCensus code, and a Census form number.

Online help is available if anyone needs it. And importantly, by law all the information you provide for the Census is kept private and confidential.

For general queries about the Census, just visit the ABS Census website: www.abs.gov.au/census

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he national Census of Population and Housing is here - Census night was on Tuesday 9 August.

And from Friday 29 July, Census Collectors were hitting the streets to distribute forms to every Queensland household.

Key Census dates: • 28 July 2011 – eCensus opens to the public.

• 29 July 2011 – Distribution of Census forms begins.

• 9 August 2011 – Census night.

• From 10 August – Collection of Census forms.

• June 2012 – The first results from the 2011 Census will be released.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) conducts the Census every five years, and aims to count every person in Australia.

This is the 16th Census and marks 100 years of national Census taking in Australia. The last one was held in August 2006. Queensland’s Census Director, Sally Pritchard says the Census will shed some light on every community in Australia.

“The Census lights the way forward for planning such things as schools, hospitals, roads, health services and public transport,” Ms Pritchard says.

Ms Pritchard says the Census gives the ABS an accurate snapshot of Australia, but it’s not just the Government that uses the information that’s captured on Census night.

“Students, charities, big and small businesses, community organisations, and academic researchers all use Census data every day,” Ms Pritchard adds.

Starting later last month Queensland’s 5,500 Census Collectors joined an army of 29,000 Collectors who

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OUR COMMUNITY Wellington’s Way Neighbourhood Disputes Bill I expect the Neighbourhood Disputes Resolution Bill, introduced in 2010 in Parliament, to be completed in this week’s sittings. I believe this new legislation will make it easier for neighbours to resolve whose responsibility it is for overhanging trees on common boundaries and on-going disputes about shared fences.

Since this Bill was first introduced, I have received many calls from people interested in information about the proposed changes to the laws. Once the law is finalised I will have copies available in my office.

New Committee system I’ve been elected as a member of one of the government’s new all-party committees - the Parliamentary Crime and Misconduct Committee. The main purpose of the committee is to monitor and review the performance of the functions of the Crime and Misconduct Commission (CMC); to report to Parliament of matters relevant to the CMC and to participate in selection of Commissioners of the CMC. This committee is the only committee that is not made up of a majority of Government members. The Chairman is the Member for Gaven, Alex Douglas, a member of the Opposition.

Community Memorial Grants Community organisations who have restoration work to be carried out on memorials or related historic icons or records should look into their eligibility to apply for a Community Memorial Grant. The funding opportunity has recently been announced, with a closing date of August 26. Contact my Nambour office for further information.

Sunshine Coast Council, Manager Library and Gallery Services Ross Duncan, said that the sessions will be presented by Greg Barrie from Centrelink.

“The libraries are hosting this event with Centrelink in order to provide people with information to help them manage their money,” Mr Duncan said.

“It’s a tough time for a lot of people out there and it is timely for libraries to help connect people with information about financial planning.

“Financial advice helps people make decisions about their money in relation to their financial situation and their objectives.

“Greg Barrie will explain the financial planning process and how people can choose a financial planner.

“There will also be information about investment risks, fees and charges and what must be included in a financial plan.”

This event will fill quickly and bookings are essential on www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ or contact your local library.

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Meet me in Cooroy I will be holding my next Cooroy meeting in the Cooroy RSL boardroom on Thursday, September 1. Anyone who would like to meet with me can organise an appointment by contacting my Nambour office on 5441 6933.

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he Conondale Hall committee has been busy planning its 80th birthday bash for the Conondale Hall which is being held on Saturday 15 October. An Aussie Fair will be held during the day and a night of entertainment and music as well.

We are hoping anyone out there would be willing to look through their Free financial planning advice old photos and momentos to see if at the library they have any that include the Conondale Hall. In days gone by we used to have an annual Fair and Baby Show, ith family finances tighter than ever Sunshine many a fancy dress ball, deb ball, may pole, weddings, Coast libraries are offering free financial planning birthdays, etc. If someone out there has photos of these and advice sessions. events, we would love for them to share them with us. We are also interested to know if anyone has some memories they could write down about the hall UNDER & OVER ELECTRICAL to be shared as part of an historical 8 Onsite affordable repairs Are your powerlines safe enough? display.

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The “Green” thing

n the line at the store, the cashier told the older woman that she should bring her own grocery bag because plastic bags weren’t good for the environment.

The woman apologized to her and explained, “We didn’t have the green thing back in my day.”

The cashier responded, “That’s our problem today. The former generation did not care enough to save our environment.”

She was right, that generation didn’t have the green thing in its day.

Back then, they returned their milk bottles, soft drink bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, so it could use the same bottles over and over. So they really were recycled.

But they didn’t have the green thing back in that customer’s day.

In her day, they walked up stairs, because they didn’t have an escalator in every store and office building.

They walked to the grocery store and didn’t climb into a 300-horsepower machine every time they had to go two blocks.

But she was right. They didn’t have the green thing in her day.

Back then, they washed the baby’s nappies because they didn’t have the throw-away kind. They dried clothes on a line, not in an energy gobbling machine burning up 220 volts - wind and solar power really did dry the clothes. Kids got hand-me-down clothes from their brothers or sisters, not always brand-new clothing.

But that old lady is right; they didn’t have the green thing back in her day.

Back then, they had one TV, or radio, in the house - not a TV in every room and the TV had a small screen the size of a handkerchief, not a screen the size of the state of Queensland .

They drank from a fountain when they were thirsty instead of using a cup or a plastic bottle every time they had a drink of water. They refilled their writing pens with ink instead of buying a new pen, and they replaced the razor blades in a razor instead of throwing away the whole razor just because the blade got dull.

But they didn’t have the green thing back then.

Back then, people took the tram or a bus and kids rode their bikes to school or rode the school bus instead of turning their moms into a 24-hour taxi service. They had one electrical outlet in a room, not an entire bank of sockets to power a dozen appliances. And they didn’t need a computerised gadget to receive a signal beamed from satellites 2,000 miles out in space in order to find the nearest pizza joint.

But isn’t it sad the current generation laments how wasteful the old folks were just because they didn’t have the green thing back then?

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Maleny show society is turning 75 in 2012

he Maleny Show Society will celebrate the 75th Show in 2012 on June 1st and 2nd, and to celebrate, is launching a new charity event. This competition is open to anyone aged over 15, male or female, married or single, and the prize will be $5000.00 worth of travel vouchers and spending money.

This is a great opportunity to assist raise funds through the Show Society to enable improvements to the grounds and facilities for the benefit of the entire community.

The Committee is currently planning an exciting array of events of the 75th show, and part of this will be a souvenir schedule, containing historical photographs.

The committee is seeking the public’s assistance with any show photos or mementos to help with the displays. If anyone has old or new photos or items of our community event, could they please contact the show office on 5494 2008 or email malenyshowsociety@bigpond.com So get your fundraising ideas into action now, and go into the running to win the fantastic prize worth $5000.

In the kitchen, they blended and stirred by hand because they didn’t have electric machines to do everything for you. When they packaged a fragile item to send in the mail, they used a wadded up old newspaper to cushion it, not Styrofoam or plastic bubble wrap. Back then, they didn’t fire up an engine and burn petrol just to cut the lawn. They used a push mower that ran on human power. They exercised by working so they didn’t need to go to a health club to run on treadmills that operate on electricity.

But she’s right; they didn’t have the green thing back then.

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OUR COMMUNITY THANKS TO THE RAIN...

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eter and Barb Blashki, with children Jack and Mia, moved from Melbourne to Belli Park in December into a long, wet summer. Moving to the hinterland they watched as the grass just grew and grew on their 25° slope.

lease note this event in your calendars for September 24 to October 30 this year, and help spread the word. The Mary Valley Photography Club is running a photo competition around the scarecrow theme.

Check out www.scarecrows.org. au website.

“The standard ride-on mower we had just wouldn’t cut it!”

Peter explained “and once it stopped raining the grass was just too wet, too long and too steep. A slasher was tried but it just sank into the wet ground”.

So Peter searched the internet trying to find a solution and found a 4WD, 22HP “ride-on Brushcutter” that would safely do the job. “I was amazed at how this machine could also cut lantana, it’s the same size as a ride on mower but packs an incredible punch” Peter stated.

So “Scrub Busters” was born and now Peter is offering a service to cut steep and difficult to mow areas around the local area. Please call Peter on 0418 993 199 for a free quote or visit www.scrubbusters.com.au

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Entry closes Wednesday October 12. Exhibit at Imbil RSL Hall Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 October. For further details go to http://maryvalleyphotoclub.com

ou can still sign up for the Harmony Workshops presented by Brian Martin at Imbil RSL hall. Rather than just learning songs in harmony, you will be taught how to create your own songs and harmonies. No experience necessary. Come along, it is so much fun!

lanning is underway for this event on Saturday, October 29. It is a day and night festival by the Mary River at Crystal Waters Ecovillage - great speakers on health and sustainability, workshops, live music and lots of good time in a friendly and cosy old fashion style of community gathering. Visit www.wellnessfest.org Contact the organisers for partnerships and join ventures.

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It is on Sunday 14 August and Sunday 18 September from 10am to 1pm. Cost $35 For more info ring Gen 5484 5963.

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or the first time agritourism and food tourism training has been included in this reimbursement program.

Funding is available for primary producers to gain 65% reimbursement of approved training courses up to $1,500 each financial year and up to $500 to assit with travel.

Contact MVI president Graham Miller for more information on 5446 0100.

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There are two large dams on the property which could easily service the fruit trees or gardens. Currently used as a weekender the property comes complete with a large livable shed with power and phone connected and cozy wood heater for the cooler months. You could quite comfortably live here while you decide to build or continue using this property as a weekender. Located on the eastern side of Kenilworth with easy access to main roads the position is great.

What a location! Very rarely do we see this opportunity arise in Kenilworth!

Located next to the Kenilworth Town Park is where you will find this PRIME PIECE OF REAL ESTATE. The last time it was on the market was 30 years ago. The property has TWO STREET FRONTAGES comprising of 2023m2 COMMERCIAL ZONED LAND. The buildings in place have been used as a Licenced Restaurant for the past 20 years. The main structure is a lovely Queenslander style with character and charm with original features: timber walls, floors and covered front verandah.

Located at the rear of the building is a large rear deck area with wood heater open spaces and access to the Kenilworth Town Park, ideal for holding large functions. The well established gardens, tall trees, palms and exotic plants only add to the ambience that this property has to offer. The rear section of the property is ideal for off street parking. This prominent piece of real estate will go to AUCTION ON THE 3RD SEPT. @ 2.00 PM ON SITE. We will also be conducting Open Days so contact our office for times or a private viewing.

*(Please note that GST will be payable on the purchase price).

Are you looking for an affordable home?

This property needs to be sold! It is a lovely large THREE bedroom house with older style features throughout. Solid timber floors which would look great polished.

The rear section of the home is enclosed and currently used as a family room. A fully fenced 814m2 block of land with single car accommodation and full town services. The opportunity is here to improve this property and make it stand out. If you are looking to buy a home and you are in the price bracket of $195,000 TO $200,000, then what are you waiting for! This property will go to AUCTION ON THE 3RD SEPTEMBER @ 1.00 PM ON SITE. We will also be conducting Open Days so please contact our office for times or a private viewing.

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