Mary Valley Voice August 22 2012 - Vol. 22 No. 15

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Front cover photos kindly submitted by Kaili Parker-Price.

Enjoy the Mary Valley Scarecrow Festival from Wednesday 15 September until Friday 28 October 2012.

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culptures and paintings by Ellen Appleby and Christine Brown at KARI Gallery, Kenilworth from Saturday 11 August to Sunday 16 September 2012.

Two Sunshine Coast artists Ellen Appleby and Christine Brown are both besotted by circus. They are busy creating an exhibition of playful and sometimes dark sculptures and paintings that show the many moods of circus. They know that for a circus performer the body, mind and spirit need to be in balance or Equilibrium. In this sense these artists see equilibrium as a way of reflecting on the state of humanity within a finite planet.

Christine’s atmospheric paintings and drawings capture the essence of the struggle of performers to gain this balance.

They provide glimpses of with what is behind the clown’s mask, what is hidden, both good and bad. Her biggest challenge has been to find ways to suggest movement of the acrobats, as they are never stagnant, never still. She says “each time pencil or paint is touched to the paper or canvas it is a journey, a struggle at first, then this becomes an achievement and yet another lesson.”

Ellen’s connections to the circus are in her genes. For many years she worked at a designer of circus costumes, and taught circus skills in schools, and recently she discovered her cousins set up the Sole Brothers Circus in Australia in the early 1900s. Her quirky sculptures have been strongly influenced by Circus Oz and Cirque du Soleil. Ellen says that her passion with the alchemy of clay and its infinite possibilities of expression, has given her new insights into how balance and equilibrium is present in the life of the performer and the artist.

Both artists are graduates holding Diplomas of Fine Arts from Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE. Christine graduated last year and feels she is an emerging artist still defining her style through creating a range of work. Ellen graduated in 2006 and exhibits regularly in the Sunshine Coast area.

Her work is held at several galleries including Harbourside Gallery, Noosa Marina, Noosa Regional Gallery and Hearts and Minds in Hastings Street.

KARI (Kenilworth Artist Run Initiative) is at 10A Elizabeth Street, Kenilworth, and is open weekends, Saturday and Sunday from 10.00am to 2.00pm

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KENILWORTH PONY CLUB NEWS

PC members have had a couple of very busy weeks! Our muster held on Saturday 28 July was attended by sixteen riding members. Flatwork lessons were conducted by Melissa Flood, Sharon Falconer guided members over jumps and Sonia and Rachael Law oversaw the sporting events. Thanks goes to Emily for coming down after work to help out for a while.

The following day Sonia and Rachael attended TewantinNoosa gymkhana where Rachael placed 2nd in her age group.

The Fraser Coast Interschool Equestrian Challenge was held at Maryborough Park on Thursday 2 and Friday 3 August. This year’s event was huge with 240 riders from 53 schools competing in dressage, hacking, led classes, showjumping, sporting, campdrafting and the stockman’s challenge. Erin, Megan and Kate Lisett along with Jessie Falconer competed on behalf of their local schools. All girls brought home ribbons and had a fabulous time.

Jessie was awarded grade 10 Reserve Champion. Every event she entered she won!

Saturday 4 August saw Romy McCullough and Jessie Falconer attend the Zone 6 Formal day at Mooloolah.

Both riders came home with ribbons and enjoyed their day out.

Lana Gluis, Winona Emery and Sonia and Rachael Law represented Kenilworth pony club at the Pomona gymkhana held on Sunday 5 August. Rachael took home second place trophy in her age group.

All of our members are practicing hard in preparation for our annual Hack Day to be held on Saturday 1 September.

Kenilworth Pony Club would like to say welcome to our newest member Jodi Gillis.

“Riding is simple... it’s just not easy” – Anonymous.

Photo: Romy McCullough last year on Jum Jum Mega Star.

For more info contact Ellen ellensappleby@yahoo.com

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KENILWORTH Kenilworth Chook Chase 2012

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nce again the annual Kenilworth Chook Chase took place, this year over the weekend of 21 and 22 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 and numerous junior riders, the atmosphere was again full of excitement. Thankfully the weather held fine, albeit coolish, with the wet in the preceding days making for an excellent ride.

Fellowship was enjoyed, together with 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.

Much praise must go to the consortium of volunteers who generously gave of their time in many ways, and this can best be demonstrated by some of the comments received verbally and on the Facebook page of the Chook Chase: Mary-Ann King - What a wonderful job all of the volunteers do to make the riders’ week-end an enjoyable one... You must be very proud of the support you have.

Lawrie Davey - This was my first time on the chase. I was stunned at the amount of attention given to the supervision both on the track and at the camping ground. Thanks to all involved. It certainly won’t be my last time here! Great job.

Steve Clegg - Awesome ride guys. Well worth the drive from Weipa.

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Awesome work fellas, especially with the help on the track keeping it safe for everyone. Worth your weight in gold.

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Thanks go to those who organised and established where the ride would run, the sweeps who travelled from far and wide to maintain control and supervision of the riders, the SES who monitored the event, the Queensland Ambulance Service and Kenilworth First Response for their medical skills when 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 paper work was completed and attended to the nominations, and last but not least to the people of Kenilworth for their understanding and fellowship extended to our visitors. It just goes to show that community spirit is still alive and well in Kenilworth.

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KENILWORTH STORY OF THE KENILWORTH CWA HALL

the local branch. The costs of the building amounted to ₤1435.14.10 ($2871.49).

The minute book of the wartime CWA meetings is currently being digitised to preserve it for future generations. It is a work in progress but copies of the first pages recorded has been on display at the Kenilworth Museum since Sunday 12 August. Come along and marvel at the achievements of the women of this district in earlier times between 10am and 2pm any Sunday.

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he Country Women’s Association was formed in Queensland in August 1922. The same year the Association began its role in New South Wales. Visit http:// www.qcwa.org.au/how-to-join.php?About-Us-11; http:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Country_Women’s_Association The organisation is self-funded, non-party-political and non-sectarian.

The Kenilworth branch of the organisation was established in 1939 and quickly became involved in supporting the Patriotic and Comforts Fund through fundraising events and working groups.

The aim of the Australian Comforts Fund was to provide free ‘comfort’ items that were not supplied by the services to all Australian servicemen. These items included singlets, socks, pyjamas, cigarettes and tobacco, razor blades, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste and reading material (newspapers and magazines). The number of goods supplied, funded and distributed by the ACF volunteers is quite remarkable.

The ACF also regularly dispatched Christmas hampers to troops abroad. The Christmas hampers generally comprised of a plum pudding, cake, small tin of fruit, tinned cream, razor blades and tobacco and were donated or sponsored by members of the public. These hampers were generally supplied to each army unit and then distributed by a number of ACF commissioners. By the close of operations in 1946, more than 1.5 million hampers had been dispatched to troops by the ACF. The Australian Comforts Fund officially closed on 27 June 1946. http:// museumvictoria.com.au/collections/themes/10608/ australian-comforts-fund-world-war-ii-1939-1946

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth & District Historical Association Inc.

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his is an unusual combination that you will be enjoying at the next Kenilworth Show and Rodeo on Saturday 15 September 2012, a fun day for all.

Show Jump 8am; Show Horse 8.30 am; Rodeo 9.30 am; Pigs start racing 11am.

Volunteers for the showring, BBQ’s and gate entry are warmly welcomed. Contact Secretary Lolie 5446 0222.

Kenilworth CWA dispatched numerous cakes to serving service personnel from this district. One member of my own extended family received a Christmas cake while posted as a Driver with the 7th Australian Infantry Training Brigade at Tenterfield. The cost of the cake was six shillings and three pence, the box one shilling and eight pence and postage cost one shilling and six pence making a grand total of nine shillings and five pence (94 cents).

The Kenilworth CWA first met at the Public Hall and later at a small building alongside Sims Bros Garage (where the diesel pump now stands). The opening of the CWA Hall on April 16, 1955 on its current site was an achievement for

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MARY VALLEY 50 year reunion for Imbil school

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ifty years ago, the school now known as Mary Valley State College (Imbil) held its first secondary classes. On September 22 we celebrate this anniversary with an Open Day commencing at 10.00am. The programme includes a roll call of original students, cake cutting, photos of class groups, and a walk down memory lane through a collection of memorabilia. All past students and staff, and their families, are invited to attend. An informal dinner starts at 6.00pm in the Multi-Purpose Shed. Pre-bookings are desirable to assist with catering. Please phone the school on 5488 5333 for bookings and details.

Prior to 1962, students wishing to continue their studies had to “board” in town for the week or undertake the trip to Gympie by rail motor. For country students, this was often impossible. They welcomed the foresight of parents who lobbied for several years to have a secondary school established in Imbil.

School organisation has seen many changes since those early days of secondary schooling. Initially students undertook either academic, industrial or commercial strands of study, preparing for more external examinations at the end of Year 10 to receive a Junior Certificate. Year 8 moved to High School in the sixties, and the external exams have been replaced by internal marking with an added NAPLAN test in Year 9.

Traditionally boys undertook industrial subjects and girls a commercial course including Home Economics. Students are now able to follow courses of study that include core subjects of English, Maths, Science, History/Geography and Physical Education and choose from a variety of electives according to their abilities and interests.

Be sure to come and celebrate these changes on Saturday 22 September. See you there!

Shirley Huth Mary Valley State College Top left: School building removal side view. Middle: Class photo 1962.

Bottom right: Opening ceremony of the high school.

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MARY VALLEY MARY VALLEY ART FESTIVAL 2012 WINNERS

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he 2012 Mary Valley Art Festival was again a huge success according to the organising committee. Well over 200 artworks were entered in eleven sections this year and were judged by Dr Debra Livingstone who currently lectures at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Award recipients spanning across the Sunshine Coast, Bundaberg, Gympie and Toowoomba Regions. Holly Hughes (photo below) who won the People’s Choice Award was also the winner of the Overall encouragement Award this year which is the recognition of the popularity of her amazing airbrushing. Keith Gall, local arts worker was the winner of the Open Section with his timber sculpture ‘Ribbon Dancer’.

Organiser Heinke Butt said that sponsors this year had been very generous in supporting the festival, noting that without supportive sponsors and talented artists events like these cannot occur. The committee always undertakes visitor satisfaction reviews and will be considering the feedback this year to improve the festival again for the 2013 event. We are currently known as the friendliest festival and we want to continue to grow our reputation each year.

Winner of the Inaugural Overall Encouragement Award & the People’s Choice Award, local Amamoor girl Holly Hughes with her mother Lyn Hughes.

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n Saturday 4 August the North Coast Regional QLD Training Awards For 2012 were presented at the Caloundra RSL. With eight categories and a room of over 300 guests coming from as far a field as Bundaberg and Redcliff.

Bruce Bradford (once Kenilworth’s resident butcher) (pictured) won Vocational Student of the year. After 18 years in butchery and successfully completing many aspects of the trade, a change of profession was on the cards. June 2010 saw Bruce start working for Roadtek in road construction and maintenance.

Also on the night Hair Review from Gympie won Small Employer of the year. The next step for the regional award winners is the state awards is to be held in Brisbane on Friday 14 September. All the best of luck!

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MARY VALLEY Has he gone Coconuts?

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ocal Imbil resident Mark Turner is over the moon or coconut.

As one of the yoghurt makers for CO YO Coconut Milk Yoghurt, Mark is celebrating the company winning not one but three awards at the recent 2012 Food Magazine Awards night in Sydney last week.

CO YO collected the top Award for the most Innovative Ingredient, the top Award in the Wellbeing and Health category and then the Best of the Best Award out of 80 finalists.

Speaking from his home in Imbil, Mark said that he had always thought of coconut as something you added to a Thai curry. “Working with CO YO has just given me a whole new perspective on the coconut; it is really a super food.

The health benefits alone are incredible, from weight loss to using coconut oil as part of the daily diet and the Lauric acid in coconut helps strengthen the immune system.

I have used CO YO in soups, curries, as a salad dressing, added cucumber as a side dish, eaten freshly grated coconut which is absolutely delicious, baked fish and my favourite adding CO YO on my pineapple cake.”

CO YO also manufactures a ice cream made from coconut milk.

“I am amazed how many calls we get at the office asking about the health benefits of CO YO and I did not really know that there are so many dairy intolerant people out there. CO YO of course is free from dairy including the cultures” said Mark.

“It has been a very quick learning curve about the coconut, the versatility never ceases to amaze me” said Mark.

Together with head CO YO yoghurt maker Dennis Teichmann, CO YO is currently made at the Cooloola Milk Factory.

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unshine Coast Council presents free You Can Heal Your Life information sessions at various library locations across the Coast throughout August and September 2012.

Libby Plaza and Kylie Williams, certified Louise Hay workshop leaders, invite the community to an introduction to Louise Hay’s philosophies of healing your life by identifying old patterns of thinking and clearing out emotional clutter.

In 1984, author Louise L. Hay released You Can Heal Your Life which looked at the connection between our emotional state and how this impacted on the physical body. It remained on the New York Times bestseller list for thirteen consecutive weeks and has sold more than 50 million copies around the world.

The session will cover the principles of using powerful and positive affirmations and feature a 20 minute viewing of the You Can Heal Your Life movie.

You Can Heal Your Life by booking online via council’s library website or by calling the libraries below.

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MARY VALLEY CONONDALE STATE SCHOOL CENTENARY saturday 15 SEPTember 2012

Kybong Community Response Group Formed

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onondale State School is celebrating 100 years of Education on Saturday, 15 September 2012. The coordinating committee are planning a huge day and night of entertainment and memories.

The day will start at 10.00am at the Conondale State School itself with official opening, hall of fame, music and dancing, museum, roll call, maypole, photo memories, markets and stalls.

Everyone is invited to continue the Centenary Celebrations after the day events finish, as the Conondale Hall will be open for celebrations from 4.00pm. The Hall will host the next part of the days celebrations, with drinks and nibbles from 4.00pm-6.30pm for those who want to get together and reminisce, then from 7.00pm there will be live music by band “Psychadella”, food, bar, dancing and fun right through until midnight. (cover charge applies for night event). For more details contact Susan on 5435 0048.

So mark on the calendar Saturday 15 September for a full day and night of fun and celebrations, when everyone is invited back to Conondale for the ‘Centenary of education milestone’.

For more details contact the Conondale State School css100@conondaless.eq.edu.au or phone Jan Gray on 5494 4571.

he community in the Gympie Region is no stranger to the impacts of flooding and other natural disasters. However, the heavy rainfall and flooding events of 2011 and 2012 reinforced the need for cooperation, coordination and information sharing across all localities in the Gympie Region and all levels of the community.

With this in mind, communities including Kilkivan, Imbil, Kandanga, Kilkivan, Goomeri, Widgee and Woolooga have come together with Gympie Regional Council, Emergency response agencies and other stakeholders to develop Community Response Groups together with Community Response Plans.

These Groups have formed as part of the Gympie Region Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) strategy to better connect the LDMG to the community in providing a coordinated response in times of need.

Specific Response Plans have been developed detailing how the community can assist in times of flooding or other events when they may be called upon by the LDMG to activate and assist.

The Kybong Community Response Group was formed as a result of encouragement by local resident Ms Fiona Green.

Ms Green identified issues which needed addressing as a result of motorists stranded at the Kybong Matilda Service Station when roads were closed as a result of flooding during 2011 and 2012.

Gympie Regional Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Tony Perrett said, “Meetings were facilitated during early 2012 between Gympie Regional Council and the community.

The aim of these was to help identify actions which could be taken to help improve the information provided to the community, motorists, LDMG and all involved coordination of emergency services.”

“The support of the Snr Sergeant Graeme Reeves and Snr Sergeant Mick Symes has been vital to the successful establishment of the Community Response Group, with a decision made to appoint Constable Debbie Wruck as the dedicated police liaison officer to the Kybong Group,” said Cr Perrett.

A multi agency response is also being coordinated to help reduce congestion and provide more effective communication and traffic management plans during disaster events.

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Kybong Community Response Group meeting with Gympie Regional Council. Pictured (L-R) Rear: Peter Ryan (Group Coordinator), Greg Holland, Cr Julie Walker, Constable Debbie Wruck (Police Liaison Officer), Fiona Green. Front: Cecile Steenbergen, Karen Browne, Ron Potter (GRC), Cr Tony Perrett.

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MARY VALLEY Scarecrows are coming out to play in the Mary Valley

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he Mary Valley is turning tradition on its ear this year with the annual Scarecrow Festival about to kick off on September 15.

While scarecrows are traditionally stuffed straw figures whose purpose is to keep the birds away from the crops, Mary Valley residents want to use the ‘crows to bring visitors to the valley – as many as we can get!

The stuffed figures will be popping up on country roads and busy streets for the official festival from September 15 - October 28.

Anyone can join in but remember that registered scarecrows are the only ones eligible for the judging competition. Registrations opened on August 15 and scarecrows should be up on September 15.

You can choose to make a traditional ‘crow, or enter something extraordinary in the artistic category. There is also a children’s category for five to 15-year-old scarecrow creators.

Coordinator Heinke Butt said about 100 scarecrows were entered in last year’s festival and to encourage more participation, organisers are holding workshops at valley schools to teach the ancient art of making a scarecrow.

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It’s not as difficult as you may think. You can make a simple “skeleton” from two wooden pieces like broomsticks by binding them together to form a cross. Use a pillowcase or a pumpkin or similar for a head (remember that a pumpkin will shrink over time). Paint a face and put head on the top of the cross.

For hands and legs put a shirt over your cross-shaped frame and use gloves for hands or tie the ends of the sleeves so the stuffing will stay inside. Put the pants on and leave enough wood at the bottom of the leg to stake your scarecrow in the ground. Tie the legs.

Traditionally stuffing is made of straw or hay, but you can use clothing, plastic bags or even newspapers.

Stuff the pants first, tuck the shirt in, button and zip the pants. Tie rope or twine around the waist to act as a belt.

Stuff the shirt arms first, then the rest of the torso.

Then accessorise to your heart’s content.

Find out more by emailing info@scarecrows.org.au or visit www.scarecrows.org.au You can pick up a registration form from the following locations: Conondale Shop, Kenilworth Information Centre, Ridges Shop at Poulson Road, Mary Valley Traders (hardware store) at Imbil, Kandanga Information Centre, Amamoor Shop, and Dagun Railway Station.

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OUR COMMUNITY ould-be weavers emerged from all over when the Basket Cases returned to Dagun Market recently.

There were a few old hands but most of the twenty or so participants turned up to weave their very first basket.

There’s a certain appeal in converting an environmental headache like Cat’s Claw Creeper into a very durable and attractive basket. It’s probably the ultimate in a lowtech, environmentally-friendly activity.

Over the next couple of months the bright yellow flowers of Cat’s Claw high among the tree tops (and in many gardens around Gympie) will reveal the extent of the tenacious vine’s invasion.

Cat’s Claw also runs across the ground creating a dense carpet but will only produce seed after it has run up, and often over, trees.

Cutting off the vines that climb their way up trees will stop flowering and seed set and go a long way to slow the spread. Release of biocontrol insects from Gympie Landcare seems most effective on Cats Claw at or near ground level. An excellent brochure “Cat’s Claw Crusaders” is available from Gympie Landcare or MRCCC and can also be accessed through their respective websites.

In the meantime keep cutting and weaving, it really does yield a terrific fibre for baskets and there’s certainly no shortage of it. The Basket Cases will return to Dagun in a couple of months but would-be weavers should also keep their eyes peeled for workshops in early October to help weaving guru Kris Martin weave a giant Mary River Turtle out of Cat’s Claw for this year’s Mary River Festival.

The Basket Cases will also have an airing at the Noosa Biosphere Day on September 15.

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Step out and step up!

he next Cooran Acoustic Night is on Saturday 1 September.

In July, the stage was filled with a five piece band (plus five children on percussion) and a string of songs from 15 members of the Pomona choir! Who will grace the next Acoustic Night?

For an evening of surprising talent in the intimate Cooran Hall (King Street), the Cooran Acoustic Night is consistently special. This community based creative showcase has been running consistently for more than 20 years. An affordable and delicious organic cafe serves tea, cakes and light meals. Only $4 entry puts you in the mix for the lucky door prize. Come 7pm sharp to scrawl your name of the board... a friendly crowd will always applaud!

Nominations are open for coordinators in 2013. Step out and step up!

Photo of local singer-songwriter duo from Raoul Slater of Pomona.

Imbil Community Swimming Pool

Swim Se Opening ason S 22 Sep at t 2 012 with FRE E ENTRY

Photo below from Glenbo Craig of Rita O’Neil proudly displays her new basket-inprogress.

Top left: Cat’s Claw Creeper dominates when it has the upper hand.

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Successful Basket day at Dagun Growers’ Market

Get fit with early morning swimming available!

Contact MVSC 5488 5333 or visit the pool in George St, Imbil 4570 August 22, 2012 |

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Rogo’s round-up

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f you pop into the Kenilworth Information Centre you’ll be able to check out the concept designs for new entry signs to Kenilworth. Council commissioned Sunshine Coast artist Cezary Stuglis, to develop a range of concepts for locals to look at, talk about and vote on. It’s a great opportunity to let your opinion be known and vote for your preferred design option. Voting is open until 5 September.

Wellington’s Way

ardship – Subdivisions I recently approached the Deputy Premier on behalf of a constituent who was seeking a relaxation of planning laws to cut off a small block from his property. The Government advised it will be amending State Planning laws (subdivision laws) to respond to requests like this.

News from the House Recently I spoke on the Motion for Queensland to support the proposed trial of the National Disability Insurance scheme. As patron of many disability groups and organisations I believe it is important for us to be part of this scheme. It is cruel and heartless to deny services to our frail aged and disabled. One solution I have suggested to Parliament is to use funds from the sale of Mary Valley land for this scheme.

It’s a great honour to be an official patron of the Kenilworth Show and Rodeo. This year’s program is packed with activities, events and entertainment – so make sure you have Saturday 15 September in your diary for a fun filled day in Kenilworth.

The Conondale-Kenilworth local disaster management sub-group is working on a disaster management plan for the region. The group has a number of locals who bring their knowledge and understanding of the area’s social, environmental, economic and public infrastructure to the planning process. The draft plan will be available for community review in the coming months. Meanwhile, remember it’s important to be aware of the risks around your home and have an emergency plan prepared for you and your family, should fire, flood or natural disaster strike in your vicinity.

Politicians should not tell lies It is once again an offence for Members of Parliament to lie to Parliament. This law should never have been changed.

We should expect that all Members of Parliament tell the truth. I hope that the intent of this amendment will flow through to political candidates in elections. Sometimes we can be so righteous in the way we require everyone to perform in parliament, yet in the lead-up to an election campaign—the one we have just been involved in—some quite outrageous, appalling allegations and comments were made.

If you’re interested in using council land for business, now is the time to register. Registrations of Interest are invited until 31 August and will help council gauge the level of interest in the use of council-controlled land for commercial purposes. Council will look at how much, and in what location, community space should be offered for commercial use. For further information, or to register your interest, visit council’s website or one of council’s Customer Contact Centres.

New Community Group at Belli Last week I attended the inaugural meeting of the Belli Park Progress Association with Durnsford Dart as President, vice president Tony Holtham, secretary Tamia Purchase, treasurer Sue Egel and publicity Karyn Maher. The group was formed to promote the area and improve services.

Belli Fire Brigade news I attended the AGM of the Belli Rural Fire Brigade last week and there was no change to the executive led by president Peter Hubermehl. Just a reminder that it is essential to get a permit before lighting a fire.

Contact me on 5441 8373 with your questions and suggestions about making the Sunshine Coast Australia’s most sustainable region – vibrant, green and diverse Catch you in the valley!

Good News for the Nicklin Community GN4NC I am sick of the doom and gloom. Our economy is nothing like that of Spain and there are good people, doing good things in our community and I am putting together a section on my web page, www.peterwellingtonmp.com which will be dedicated to good news stories. We will cover the positive things that are happening in our community and to provide up to date community information.

Cr Greg Rogerson

To be involved please telephone Vicki or Robbie a call, 54416933 or email nicklin@parliament.

HOME MAINTENANCE MAN qld.gov.au Also, let me know if you Problems with kitchens, would like to be added to my monthly cupboards, doors, windows etc ? e-news list.

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Cr Julie Walkers 2012 September Newsletter

r Jeff Seeney our Deputy Premier has now presented the Mary Valley Economic Development Strategy for the Valley. There is a dedicated phone number for interested people to call for information, which is 137 468 along with an email address maryvalley@dsdip.qld.gov.au so that you can contact the Government with an enquiries you might have. But my advice, if you’re looking to purchase a property from the Government is to give me a call so that I can email you a copy of the prospectus, as I think that will be the most efficient means of contact.

David Gibson MP for Gympie, will head up the Mary Valley Eco Devt Advisory Group and the group will be made up of other members from the agricultural sector, government, community and other interested parties. This group will then feed information back to the State Government. There are over 100 people who have already showed an interest in purchasing the properties which are up for offer.

Council is still working on some carry over work from the 2011 flooding as the weather previously has not been very kind to us. As I am sitting here looking out at the beautiful sunshine I can only hope that the sun stays with us for quite some time so that we can get some much needed maintenance done on the roads. I thank all the residents for being so patient with council during this time.

But if you have any concerns please phone myself or 5481 0899 for assistance.

Disability Action Week is a celebration for those of us who have some form of disability. There is to be a Fun Day held at the All Abilities Park at Lake Alford on Sunday 9 September from 9am and also a street party at the Gympie Gold Centre on Thursday 13 September from 9am to 3.30pm. There will be lots of entertainment on those days so please feel free to come along and enjoy the day. There will be food and drinks available on the day also.

The recent Mary Valley Forum was a huge success with in excess of 200 people attending on the night. The speakers were all well organised and spoke about some very promising projects and events that are happening here in the Mary Valley. Mr David Gibson MP was there to tell residents about the State Governments plan for the Valley and people had an opportunity to ask questions.

The Imbil Rural Watch (a branch of Qld Neighbourhood Watch) will be holding its AGM at the Kandanga Public Hall on Monday 3 September at 7.30pm. All welcome to come along and listen to our guest speaker from Lifeline and also to join in for the supper after the meeting.

For the residents of the Carters Ridge area don’t forget the wonderful gatherings on the last Friday of each month at the Ridgewood Hall, bring along a BBQ and plates, etc and join us for a wonderful night of friendship.

The next Blue Light Disco is being held on Friday September at the Kandanga Public Hall from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. These discos have been very well attended and are very well supervised so that parents can have the peace of mind that their children are in safe hands and assured a good time on the night with the latest music to dance along to. Food and drinks available on the night.

Go to www.gympie.qld.gov.au/bubble to check out how Michelle and her team are doing with building resilience in our area. Some great work has been done so check out the site to take a look.

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IMBIL POLICE BRIEFS

rom 1 March 2012, new penalties have been introduced for learners driving without a supervisor. The penalty has increased from one demerit point to four demerit points. The fine of $160 and maximum court imposed penalty of $2000 will not change. This will apply to anyone of any age learning to drive a car, truck or motorcycle on a road.

Be aware – there will also no longer be an option of a good driving behaviour period for car learner licence holders.

This means: Learner licence holders driving a car unaccompanied will have their licence suspended for three months; Car learners who accumulate four or more demerit points in a 12 month period for any offences, will have their licence suspended for three months; The date that a learner can apply for their provisional licence will be delayed.

Any learner driver who is detected driving without an appropriate supervisor may be issued with an on-the-spot infringement notice of $160 and four demerit points.

Provisional licence holders will still have the option of a good driving behaviour period if they accumulate four or more demerit points in a 12 month period.

Open licence holders will still have the option of a good driving behaviour period if they accumulate 12 or more demerit points in a three year period.

These new penalties aim to discourage inexperienced drivers from taking to the road alone, putting themselves and other road users as risk.

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We are having problems with straying stock again.

Cattle and horses are getting out of paddocks and onto roadways. It is the responsibility of the owners of stock to ensure they remain in paddocks. If you see stock wandering on the roadways, ring the Gympie Regional Council as they are the responsible authority for straying stock. They have an after hours service on their telephone number in the phone book.

Straying dogs or dog attacks are also the responsibility of Council. If you have straying dogs, barking dogs or dogs that attack people or animals, report the matter to Council.

KIDAMAN CREEK

Spiritual Awareness Day RSL HALL MAPLE ST COOROY

A supervisor must hold, and have held, a valid open driver licence for the class of vehicle the person is learning to drive for at least one year.

It is illegal to drive a vehicle with fog lights on in clear weather conditions ($40 fine), to smoke in a motor vehicle if a child under the age of 16 is in the vehicle ($200 fine) and drive with a person or animal in your lap ($233).

A reminder that is unlawful to use a hand held mobile phone whilst driving (which includes sitting at traffic lights) and the fine is $300 with 3 demerit points.

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Laughing Out Loud!

Billing A doctor and a lawyer were talking at a party.

Their conversation was constantly interrupted by people describing their ailments and asking the doctor for free medical advice.

After an hour of this, the exasperated doctor asked the lawyer, “What do you do to stop people from asking you for legal advice when you’re out of the office?”

“I give it to them,” replied the lawyer, “and then I send them a bill.”

The doctor was shocked, but agreed to give it a try. The next day, still feeling slightly guilty, the doctor prepared the bills.

When he went to place them in his mailbox, he found a bill from the lawyer.

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Kenilworth Realty 7 Elizabeth St. Kenilworth 5446 0164 Mobile 0417 603 451 Fax 5446 0742 kenilworthrealty@bigpond.com or visit www.kenilworthrealty.com.au

Freehold Business Opportunity – Kenilworth township – Price $410,000 plus GST

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 Licensed 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 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 is yours for the taking.

6.3 acres right in the Kenilworth township.

Beautiful Coolabine – undulating cleared land with rental income priced at $1,150,000 Prime countryside located centrally in Kenilworth. Only two minutes walk to town and approximately a short 80 metre walk to the Mary River.

This is an ideal spot if you enjoy the adventures of swimming, canoeing, fishing and camping. Being so close to the river it does flood. Bitumen road, power and town water. This is the time to buy!

Price $140,000 – Owner will look at offers.

This Colonial style home is in a beautiful part of the Obi Obi Valley at Coolabine, conveniently located on 59.65 acres just minutes from the Kenilworth township. There are three dwellings on the property.

The main home has timber floors and walls and 9ft ceilings with three generous sized bedrooms, one with built-ins plus office/spare room.

This property is fully fenced with internal paddocks, two large sheds, carports, permanent spring fed creek running through the property plus three small dams and three tanks. There is an undercovered entertaining area in barn.

With beautiful views and all cleared land, this property is excellent for grazing and/or horses and an exceptional opportunity to buy in a fantastic location with extra dwellings.

KENILWORTH REALTY RENTALS FROM $175 p/wk. Ph 5446 0164 – Imbil, Brooloo, Cambroon & Woombye Imbil $175 pw. THREE bedroom home, bore water, one bathroom, well suited for a couple. Only five minutes from Imbil.

Coolabine $200 pw. ONE bedroom cottage in quiet rural location. Air conditioning in main living area, rear deck, ideal for single or couple.

Brooloo $235 pw. As new TWO bedroom modern home, reverse cycle air-cond, elevated position, verandah with views, close proximity to Imbil township.

Imbil $250 pw. THREE bedrooms, one bathroom, large open plan living area plus a sunroom. Front covered verandah which takes in the local rural views.

Located in the main centre of Imbil.

Brooloo $250 pw. Quiet rural THREE bedroom home. One living area, land size is 800m2.

Cambroon $270 pw. Highset timber home on 1.5 acres. TWO bedrooms up stairs ONE bedroom downstairs. Large family room, single carport. Rural location.

Woombye $345 pw. THREE bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan living areas with reverse cycle air conditioning. Bedrooms have BIW and the home is fully screened. DLUG. Private rear entertainment area which has great rural views to the Blackall Ranges.

All properties Pets on Application. Contact Rental department for inspections.

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