Mary Valley Voice February 13 2013 - Vol.23 No.2 by The Mary Valley Voice

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13 February 2013 Vol. 23 No. 2

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DANGER! Imminent falling tree on the edge of the river on Walli Mt Rd Australia Day Creative Award Jean Sandell 20I3 p5

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KENILWORTH KENILWORTH PONY CLUB NEWS

(2.4 metres). A new refrigerator was among the many articles tossed about by the raging waters. e congratulate the newly elected members of the KPC committee: President Lyn Fitzer • Vice Drums of oil from Norris’ garage are being recovered Presidents Anna Henbury and Sonia Law • Treasurer Paula from miles down the river and have been returned. Sawn Gillis • Secretary Katrina Summers • Chief Instructor Sonia timber is also being stacked where it piled up after being washed away from the mill. Messrs S.T. Adams and Son’s Law. mill staff came from Oakey Creek to help restore order at We also thank the outgoing committee members and Mr. Doyle’s mill. those who are leaving the club for their contribution to Miles of fencing are missing and scattered around whilst making the club what it is today. in some instances large deposits of sand and gravel have On Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 January, KPC members been left on the river flats. Megan Lisett, Jodie and Alice Gillis and Rachael and Sonia Law attended a two day camp at Kenilworth held by One of the positive outcomes of the 1955 flood was a Melissa Flood (who is one of our very own KPC instructors). visit to the township by officers of the Valuer-General’s The members attended two flatwork lessons each day Department in 1956, at the instigation of the Maroochy and despite the heat had a very enjoyable weekend. Shire Council to investigate the permanent damage to Sunday afternoon saw the riders and their horses take a Mary River properties from the March 1955 flood with a break and head down to the river to cool off. Not sure view to reviewing the land valuations. The report on who enjoyed the swim page 1 of The Nambour Chronicle (4.5.1956) stated that:more the riders or the About sixteen Conondale property owners and forty from horses! As the camp Kenilworth presented their cases to the two officers. was open to any In 1955 the community did not have the benefit of modern rider (not just pony forecasting systems. In 2013 all news services, as well as club members) it was Council Disaster Management Team issued warnings 24a great opportunity 36 hours prior to the arrival of the rain and wind that the to meet riders from weather system was headed to the area. These warnings outside of our club. are issued in good faith with the welfare of the community in mind. Pictured left to right: Alice

Gillis, Megan Lisett, Jodi Gillis and Rachael Law.

2013 Flood

here are a number of similarities between the biggest flood at Kenilworth in the 20th Century in 1955 and the most recent one experienced. Both experienced significant rainfall between Friday and Monday (2013 = 368 mm). The rate of river height rise is very similar (see graph right). The big difference is that in 1955 the river continued to rise for an additional 4-5 hours causing the problems referred to in the article printed in the Nambour Chronicle (1.4.1955, p 9). Water in Business Premises at Kenilworth Several Families Left Homes With torrential downpours at the head of the Mary River and the Obi Falls of 18 (457.2mm) to 22 (558.8mm) inches in the Kenilworth District from Friday night to Monday, the river reached a height of 44 feet 10 inches (13.67 metres) on the gauge at the township. The water invaded business premises, the supper and committee rooms under the Kenilworth Hall. Several families left their homes as the water reached the floor boards. Kraft Food factory, W.G. Doyle’s mill, W. Mallett’s plumbing works, Boxsell’s bulk store and McGaw’s Garage leased by Mr. Norris were the businesses effected. Workers helped remove stocks. Fortunately the electric power was not “blacked out”. Mrs Burns’ store at Little Yabba Creek was the worst hit. Water rushed through the shop to a depth of eight feet

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Oswald Came and Went Report from Conondale - Kenilworth Community Disaster Management Sub-Group

meeting was called on December 3, 2011 by Sunshine Coast Council in response to community concerns following the January 2011 floods. The Queensland Floods Commission had recommended that prior to the next flood season local disaster management groups should identify community groups which, because of the potential for isolation by disaster, may require specific disaster management arrangements. The Sunshine Coast Local Disaster Management Group had identified both Conondale and Kenilworth as two such areas. Since that time a Conondale-Kenilworth Disaster Management sub-group has been formed with representatives from all emergency services and a number of community groups. A Community Disaster Management Plan for the area was drafted and a number of issues raised by the committee addressed. An automatic flood height recording device was installed at Conondale. Linking of rain gauge recording devices which enabled more detailed rainfall information during an event in the Kenilworth, Conondale, Maleny and Glasshouse catchment areas occurred as a direct result of input from the local sub-group. The Local Group received an alert on Friday January 25 regarding the expected “wet weekend” as well as a severe weather warning from the Early Warning Network. These warnings were distributed to businesses and sites locally where campers may have been staying for the long weekend. The group was activated to “stand-up” status on Saturday morning (26/1/2013). At this point in time Ex-Tropical Cyclone Oswald was slow moving over the Central Highlands and Coalfields district about 100 km northeast of Emerald and 150 km west northwest of Gladstone. Sunshine Coast region had received up to 140 mm in places. Mary River at the Homestead was still at 0.02 metres in height.

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By the time the following warning was issued by the Weather Bureau on Sunday 27/1/2013 at 12.39pm the Mary River at the Kenilworth Homestead automatic flood height recording device registered 8.42 metres. Reports of destructive winds and possible tornado activity occurred over northern parts of the Sunshine Coast this morning. By 3pm on Sunday the centre of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Oswald was located approximately 15 km east northeast of Miles and 35 km west northwest of Chinchilla. By 3.11pm the Mary River had risen to 10.11 metres. At 10 metres it becomes a Major Flood and enters the township area. At 5.04pm the river peaked at 10.57 metres and began to recede. By 12.15pm on Monday 28/1/2013 Gheerulla Creek Bridge was clear of water and traffic could reach Eumundi and points further south. As at Stand Down on 29/1/2013 the following damage was reported:Kenilworth All major roads clear. There is road damage across the area and damage to the Riverbank. Power lines are down on the Obi Obi. Crystal Waters No power, no contact. Advice received that access in and out is possible. Conondale/Cambroon Roads are open. Some power outages. Lots of minor damage and debris to bridges and roads. Bouquets to the numerous people who assisted in disaster management over the weekend - through cooperation with warnings or heeding advice given. On the other hand it is unfortunate to see that some people removed road closure barriers thereby endangering lives. Also it is not advisable to jet sky in flooded river as it damages the weakened riverbanks. Photo and article Lenore Meldrum Chair Conondale - Kenilworth Community Disaster Management Sub-Group

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enilworth is privileged to have a recipient of the Sunshine Coast Australia Day Awards in our midst. Congratulations to Jean Sandell for her welldeserved Creative Award. Jean has made long standing contributions to the community, serving on a number of associations, particularly the CWA and the Kenilworth Arts Council, and has for many years taught piano via the School of the Air. Jean is currently President of the Kenilworth Arts Council. Keep up the great work Jean! Kenilworth is becoming a happening place with new things to do starting all the time. Ever wanted to play table tennis? Now’s your chance, with Kenilworth State Community College making its facilities available for community table tennis. No matter your level of skill, it’s a fun activity, and light exercise as well. For a small community, we have some excellent players, so it’s well worth coming along even just to watch. All welcome to come along on Wednesdays at 4.00pm at Kenilworth State Community College. Plans are well underway for the Cheese Wine and Food Fest on Easter Saturday. The event is rapidly becoming a signature event in the tourist calendar. The theme is to promote and showcase produce and product from the Mary Valley, so any producers out there who haven’t yet signed up for a stall, you can apply online at www. kenilworthfoodfest.org.au The FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship (APRC) is an internationally recognised motor-sport series with six events in China, Japan, Malaysia Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. The Australian round IROQ (International Rally of Queensland) comes through Kenilworth/Imbil on Saturday 13 July. The event receives extensive international television and media coverage, and is seen by viewers in over 118 countries, with a global audience of 463 million households. Rally organisers have invited these two townships to benefit from the influx of visitors and international media exposure, by holding other family-friendly activities during the event. If your organisation would like to promote the town by holding an activity, please contact the Chamber. Pete Cusack President KCCC Inc. Ph. 07 5446 0211

he Kenilworth Swimming Pool committee would like to say a big ‘Thank You’ for the Kenilworth Hall committee’s very generous donation from the proceeds of their 2012 Chook Chase. This significant contribution will go towards maintaining

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our facilities so that we can continue to keep our pool open for the benefit of community members and visitors to the area. We all sincerely appreciate your support. Julie Glassop Secretary Kenilworth Swimming Pool Association Inc.

African Beat comes to Kenilworth

t was awesome!”, “Great Teacher!” Absolutely stoked!” “Good for beginners!” “Very relaxing.” Just some of the comments from the participants in the African Drumming workshop recently in Kenilworth. Nathaniel Combs of Rhythm Culture held Kenilworth’s first African drum workshop presented by the Kenilworth Arts Council. “The council was really excited to give people the opportunity to learn to play a selection of traditional drums and try out West African rhythms for themselves,” workshop organiser Kathy Mullins said. “There was a great turn out of people, in spite of the floods. Many people had never played a drum before. Drumming is great for people of all ages, and like all music and art forms, keeps the brain young! What’s more, with Nathaniel as tutor, it becomes a bit of a work out too!” Nathaniel pushed everyone to their potential with a class focussing on Kuku, a popular rhythm well known through Africa. Originating in Guinea West, it is traditional rhythm played at lots of events. The Kenilworth Arts Council hopes to continue workshops with Nathan when he returns from his upcoming study tour to Mali. So if you want to experience the thrill and exotic rhythm of African drumming in Kenilworth in the future, contact KAC and visit www.kenilwortharts.org.au

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MARY VALLEY A journey of collaboration in the Sunshine Coast

journey of collaboration through the diverse landscape of the Sunshine Coast last month, highlighted the wonderful work being carried out by the many community-based groups in the Sunshine Coast in looking after the region’s natural assets. Coordinated by SEQ Catchments, the tour guided guests, which included Sunshine Coast Council representatives (Mayor Mark Jamieson and four local councilors) and the Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection, the Honourable Andrew Powell, through rainforests, rolling hills of the Mary Valley, agricultural landscapes and coastal rehabilitation sites, visiting a range of projects rich in partnerships across all levels of government and the community. Lake Baroon Catchment Care Group Co-ordinator Mark Amos spoke of the importance of partnerships to realise outcomes on the ground. “It’s a bit like how relationships in our lives define who we are as a person. Developing partnerships are really important in creating effective and meaningful projects,” he said. Guests visited local grazier Dick Barnes property in the Mary Valley who has been working in partnership with local groups to achieve sustainable agricultural outcomes. Minister Powell, attended the day and announced further funding for grass-roots environment projects through the first round of Everyone’s Environment grants – a commitment from state government supporting the work of community-based projects. Groups congratulated by the Minister on the day included Maroochy Waterwatch, as well as Noosa and District Landcare Group (NDLG) and Noosa Integrated Catchment Association (NICA).

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Susie Chapman, SEQ Catchments Community Partnership Manager for the Sunshine Coast, who works in partnership with landholders, community groups and government agencies across the region, took the opportunity to highlight some wonderful projects in the region. “The council led Land for Wildlife program has been invaluable, working with private landholders to protect species such as the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly,” she said. “Funding from State and Federal Government has also been critical to on-ground outcomes, with the latter channelling funds through the Caring for Our Country program to protect and enhance lowland subtropical rainforest, an endangered rainforest community.” Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson congratulated the groups for their outstanding contributions in the region, and was delighted to learn of their appreciation of Council’s support. “There are clearly many fantastic projects underway across the Coast that aim to benefit our environment, highlighting the dedication of hardworking individuals and community groups,” Mayor Mark Jamieson said. “Council supports these projects through its many programs and partnerships, as we strive to become the most sustainable region in Australia.” “It’s wonderful to see the Environment Levy being used by landholders and community groups in great ways to maintain and improve the environmental outcomes for our region.” Photo top: Mary River Catchment, on grazier Dick Barnes property.

n behalf of Emergency Management Queensland and the Imbil SES Group I would like to thank the community for their support and help during the recent floods. I could not have done my job without the support and help of the following people: Sgt Terry Kennedy • Fire Captain Ian Blain and his crew of firies • Councillor Julie Walker • Kym Kurts • Michael Grainger • Shane Walsh • Jeremy Clements • Graig Gorden (Energex) • Brooloo Rural Fire Brigade • Kandanga Rural Fire Brigade • Dagun Rural Fire Brigade • Imbil Show Society • Imbil College and of course my SES members. It’s times like these the true Queensland spirit shines through. Yours Thankfully, Athol Hales Group Leader Imbil SES

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Growing the Valley’s Future

agun Railway Station Activities Manager and Market Gardener, Elaine Bradley, is honoured to have been awarded a Churchill Fellowship from the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust in 2012. The aim of the Trust is to provide an opportunity for Australians to travel overseas to conduct research in their chosen field. Elaine’s research involved spending seven weeks visiting farms and regional food hubs in the Appalachian Mountain region of North Carolina and Virginia, to learn from rural communities who have successfully rebuilt their local economies by supporting networks of small farms working together. “I was particularly interested in the operation of small farms (less than 40 hectares), because of the similarity of these farms to many in the Mary Valley”, said Elaine. “Rural industries in the Mary Valley have undergone a huge economic decline in recent years, driven by a range of external economic and political impacts such as dairy deregulation, sale of the state’s plantation forestry, the impact of the now-defunct Traveston Crossing Dam proposal, the rural commodity cost/price squeeze and the drain of skills and capital to nearby mining regions. The Appalachian region I visited has suffered similar problems over a longer period of time and has been the focus of well-researched and well-supported community-based programs to restart their local economies.” Elaine’s research involved visiting a number of organisations and small farms which have functioned successfully for more than a decade. “I now plan to work with local

growers and communities to pass on lessons learnt in the Appalachians, and help apply this knowledge to establish local food systems that can create jobs, diversify economies, support entrepreneurship, and build healthy communities”. Elaine is one of the Coordinators of the Dagun Growers Market, held at Dagun Station every Saturday from 4pm onwards. Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee

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MORE ABOUT OUR VALLEY BEES...

here are around 2000 species of bees native to Australia. The vast majority lead solitary lives. While they may have gregarious tendencies, preferring to nest near other members of their species, each female individually constructs her own nest and provisions it with pollen and nectar for her offspring. The nests are in long holes/tunnels which are partitioned with mud, resin or leaf pieces, and are burrowed into either wood, bamboo, reeds or clay/soil. These are just a few of the native solitary bee species you are likely to spot here in the Mary Valley. Leafcutter bees will nest in holes in timber blocks. As the name suggests this bee cuts circular or oval shaped pieces of leaf (usually from your roses!) and uses them to line her nest, also known as ‘cocoons’ or ‘leaf cigars’. Blue-banded bees are very attractive bees with bands of pale blue metallic hair around their abdomen. With ‘buzz’ pollination they are very good at pollinating tomatoes and chillies which require vibration to release The Green Metallic Carpenter is a large dazzling bee, and pollen. Their buzz is very loud when flying. They nest in gets its name by its habit of burrowing into deadwood, or holes in clay/soil. it can nest in pre-existing burrows of other insects, or even Great Carpenter bees, at 24mm, are the largest bees in hollow stalks of grass trees and banksia, casuarina, etc. in Australia. They cut nest burrows in soft timber such as Glenbo Craig dead limbs of the mango tree. The females have glossy black abdomens and bright yellow Photos top left to right: Great Carpenter from waistcoats. The males are quite Jenny Thynne, Blue-banded from Dianne Clarke, Leafcutter and Green Metallic from Bob different - they are covered with soft Luttrell. golden fur. Like the Blue-banded, they too are buzz pollinators. Council Back Flow Tests • Roof & Gutters

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MARY VALLEY ARTISANS ‘LINK’ UP IN NEW GROUP

he Mary Valley Arts Festival Committee has joined forces with many artists in our region to form an independent group that will support and promote the Arts in the Mary Valley. We are excited that we have been accepted as an Affiliate by Artslink Queensland which brings many benefits to the members of our group and the wider community for developing and enjoying the Arts throughout our region. Our objectives include promoting the growth of the Arts as a viable industry within the Mary Valley by providing a framework for artists to build individual projects. We aim to network with other artists, regional organisations and the community to hold Arts Creative workshops and collaborate with artists to exhibit and perform locally as well as nationally. We intend to work closely with the already well-established Kenilworth Arts Council as well as Cool Arts in Gympie. Our affiliation with Artslink Queensland will provide many benefits to the creative industries in our region including: • Community cultural development events and social gatherings. • Public Liability Insurance. • Voluntary workers Accident Insurance. • Access to Artslink Qld training programs (multi-art programs for youth and communities). • Access to Artslink Qld Grants Program. • Opportunities for expanded engagement with visitors and local communities for visual arts touring. • Access to Local Arts Councils across the State. Visit the website www.artslinkqld.com.au for more info. Please contact Heinke Butt on heinkebutt@hotmail.com for any additional info or to obtain a membership form.

This project is supported by The Greater Mary Association Inc, through funding from the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country. Grateful thanks to local sponsors Rotary Club of Maryborough Sunrise and Maryborough Regional Arts Council and our fantastic supporters Fraser Coast Regional Council, Burnett Mary Regional Group and Mary River Catchment Coordination Committee. For more details contact Glenda 0401 307 110 or Tanzi on 0405 848 375 or visit http://greatermary.wix.com/riverlovers

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nteract Youth Theatre has grown out of the desire to create performing opportunities for youth in Gympie and surrounds. Classes are currently offered in Gympie Tuesday afternoons for Years 2-4 at 3.30pm and Years 5-7 at 4.45pm running for one hour. Interest is currently being sought to also run these classes in the Mary Valley. Contact 5408 2556 or 0418 881 063 or email tony@interactyouththeatre.com.au if you are interested. Drama classes are based on Student Centred Learning. They use theatre games, masks, puppetry, mime and all the fun stuff of theatre.

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ome out to play’ in Tiaro for family river fun and celebrate ‘Love Mary Day’ in the Mary River Koala corridor. [The river day was to be held 17 Feb but due to January flood damage it will be postponed till May 2013.] Free entry is via 34 Vandoorn Road, Tiaro near Petrie Park with a big opportunity day to laugh, learn and participate with something for all the family. See native creatures up close with The Gecko Man or book into the free workshops at the info table for ‘Cats Claw weaving’, ‘Seed Ball making’ and ‘Biological Control for Cats Claw tour’. There will be interpretive riverbank walk and a Butchulla talking circle plus get to know our local koalas and what makes the Mary River and Great Sandy Strait special. Meet the crazy passionate community environment groups and see the local schools Mary River Art competition entries on display. Learn all about vital nesting boxes and ‘Secrets of Pollination’ from our friendly experts and for family tucker visit the Tiaro Lions barbecue.

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OUR COMMUNITY Setting up a Community Garden with PERMACULTURE NOOSA

ave you ever wondered what needs to be done in establishing a community garden, are you interested in starting one or joining one that is already established? Then come along to the meeting next month and find exactly what’s involved. The meeting will be held on Thursday 21 February 2013 from 7pm at the Memorial Hall, Maple St, Cooroy (Next to RSL). There will be a panel of people, from the local area, who have either already established a community garden, are in the process of establishing one, or have worked and prospered in a community garden that has been established for many years. Much of this information can probably also be used for setting up community groups and projects, because it is the people involved that make a community garden what it is. Listen to others, ask questions, and get involved. There will also be a Plant Profile presented by a knowledgeable guest speaker and a chance to meet and chat together like-minded people about growing your own and implementing permaculture principles. This will be a very interesting and enjoyable evening. Permaculture Noosa meetings are FREE and open to the public. Beginning at 7pm with a Marketplace (where members sell their produce or homemade products), the

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PERMACULTURE NOOSA SEED SAVERS

ome along and be part of a group interested in contributing to preserving our food for the future. It’s informal with hands-on processing and packaging of seeds, discussions on how to save and grow seeds and exchanging seeds, propagating material and knowledge. We will be taking a closer look at Pumpkins! With samples of Jap and NZ Buttercup pumpkins, looking at their individual uniqueness, discussing growing and seed saving tips and perhaps even a tasting (raw and cooked)! Bring your ideas, tips and experiences or just come along to learn. All welcome! This meeting will be held this Thursday 14 February 2013 from 9.30am – 11.30am at the “A Touch of the Past” Coffee Shop, 18 Reserve Street, Pomona. For more info? Email Maria at seedsavers@permaculturenoosa.com.au www.permaculturenoosa.com.au Seed Savers has a stall every 2nd and 4th Saturday morning of each month at POMONA MARKETS. The aim is to bring awareness to the community about seed saving and growing your own food. Drop in for a visit or spend some time joining in on the day.

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t is not a secret to anybody that when cleverly combined food works magic on our body and soul. And my friend Dominique Finney got it all right and sorted for us in her recently published book “The Magic of Food as Medicine”. Dominique holds a degree in Complementary Medicine and is a qualified nutritionist, naturopath and herbalist, she has recently been awarded the Australian Herbalist of the year 2013 by the National Herbalists Association of Australia. “The Magic of Food as Medicine” is a practical compilation of recipes, traditional knowledge, and cutting-edge research on vegetables, fruits and herbs as medicine. Make every meal a therapeutic experience and feel wonderful! This book will provide new knowledge about your favourite foods and send you in search of new taste sensations – and your body will thank you for such pure natural nutrition! The book combines Dominique’s experience, insight and imagination to create gorgeous recipes for cooks delving into the art of kitchen magic. For Retail outlets – this book is distributed by Brumby Sunstate Books. For more info visit Dominique website www.medicineroom.net

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The On Ya Bike workshops presented by Sunshine Coast Council’s Living Smart and TravelSmart teams give practical demonstrations on fixing a flat tyre, bike cleaning, lubricating and making basic adjustments. Participants will also be given information about local trails, pathways and on-road cycling networks across the Sunshine Coast. TravelSmart Sunshine Coast encourages residents to discover how to leave the car at home and find cleaner, alternative methods of transport. Cooroy • Saturday 16 February 10am to 11:30am Maleny • Saturday 9 March 10am to 11:30am

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wet end to January is a welcome relief that’s come at a cost. The wild weather has abated for now and I hope that people who have been impacted are getting the help they need during this recovery period. Remember to check council’s website for up to date information about road closures, disposal of storm damage waste, food safety during power outages and general flood information.

inaugural group who established the units and for many years Dad served on the committee. Local Fire I was on my way home from that meeting when I saw a huge amount of smoke coming from Newspaper Hill Road. I raced home and joined Belli Rural Fire Brigade and other brigades to fight the fire that was roaring. An amazing thing was that the force of the wind pushed the fire underneath a high set home without setting fire to it – unbelievable. We managed to put out the fire before it moved onto farmlands and surrounding forest.

Congratulations to our local heroes and winners of the Sunshine Coast Australia Day awards. Jean Sandell from Kenilworth won the Creative Award for her work with many community groups and events including Kenilworth Arts Council and Kenilworth Arts Festival. Garry Church won Citizen of the Year Award and is a founding member and President of Road Trauma Services Queensland, and the coordinator of Safe Driving Awareness, a program in great demand at the Department of Communities Youth Justice Conferences and with the Magistrates Court for offenders.

When there is a total fire ban, parents must make sure that their children and friends know that a fire ban means no fires under any circumstances.

Community groups can apply now for funding with Sunshine Coast Council’s Water and Sewerage Funding Program to help with water and sewerage access charges for the 2012/13 financial year. The funding is designed to assist groups in meeting the costs associated with water and sewerage services. It’s for groups that have very little income, in order to help with fixed access charges. Visit council’s website for eligibility criteria and to apply.

I had an Australia Day function at Sundale on Thursday, January 24 and an Australia Day breakfast at Ritek Cooroy on Friday, January 25 but the major functions on Australia Day were cancelled because of the downpour.

Catch you in the valley. Cr Greg Rogerson

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enilworth Village AGM On Thursday, January 17 I was pleased to chair the Kenilworth Village Units Annual General meeting, congratulations to President Clem Hassall and his committee. The units are an important and valuable amenity for the town and surrounds. My parents Lyle and Geoff were part of the

Floods With very little meaningful rain since August water tanks were running on empty, paddocks were drier than I have ever seen them. In fact some of the older people around Belli told me they had never seen it so dry. Then when we were hoping and praying for rain, down it came with a vengeance. From drought to flooding rain in a matter of days.

Our heartfelt sympathy goes to those people many of whom lost their homes in this 100 year flood, in particular the people of Bundaberg. While this area escaped major flooding, my office received numerous calls for help and the Sunshine Coast has been identified as being eligible for disaster relief assistance. I was angry and disappointed to hear that the Government assistance line had a recorded message saying the lines were busy and callers should try again later. We certainly registered our disgust and trust action has been taken and this now has been fixed. The number to call for assistance is 1800 173 349. The Government web site has now been updated and information is available at http://www.qld.gov.au/ community/disasters-emergencies/ex-cyclone-oswald2013/ For further information in relation to disaster relief assistance, call my office on 5441 6933.

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There once was a chicken that wanted to cross the road. On the other side of the road was a man. The chicken asked who are you? The man replied “Bond, James Bond”. The man then asked the chicken, “who are you?” The chicken replied Ken, Chick Ken”

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JOIN THE REAL FOOD PEOPLE FOR ‘POT LUCK’ PICNIC

mbodying the philosophies of *Weston A. Price, the Real Food People, Sunshine Coast, was formed in

unshine Coast Council is urging residents to exercise caution in local parks and environmental reserves in the wake of the recent wild weather. Service Delivery Portfolio Councillor Ted Hungerford said while all parks and reserves remain open to the public, clean-up efforts are underway to clear fallen trees and debris. “Ex-tropical cyclone Oswald brought plenty of wind and rain to our region and council staff are currently out and about inspecting trees and cleaning up debris along local nature strips, parks, foreshores and environmental reserves,” he said. “These efforts are expected to take some time to complete so we’re asking locals and tourists to please take care when they’re out and about in these areas and exercise patience while any works are in progress.” “Council’s tree assessment officers are reviewing all tree maintenance requests, assessing risk and determining how quickly any remedial work needs to be carried out. “Trees with broken branches caught up in their crowns and trees with active branch or stem failures are potential risks to public safety and as a result are considered urgent in terms of clean up works.” The community can assist by reporting any tree issues on public land to council’s customer service centre on (07) 5475 7272. Council recommends that residents engage a qualified and fully insured arborist to address any concerns regarding trees on private property.

2002. Please join us and share a ‘Pot Luck’ picnic at Yandina on Sunday 17 March. For directions and details call James on 5472 3531. Workshops, food sharing and information are only part of our activities. Says James C., Moy Pocket local “My story with the Weston A. Price Foundation began when I listened to Sally FallonMorell, founding member and President, speak for three and half days. At that time my health was not in good shape and so I made a decision to change. I am living proof that the lifestyle that Dr Price advocated those many years ago works! I’ve attended two international conferences of the Weston A. Price Foundation and in 2012 I shared this event with a special doctor and his wife.” *During the 1920 to 30s explorers reported of cultures that lived and worked together in communities. They were people who had strong, powerful stature, incredible fitness and broad round faces. They worked and lived in accordance with nature and had glowing health with one exceptional feature - beautiful, white, straight teeth. This was evident even in the older generation. A research dentist Dr Weston Price observed declining facial structure, crooked and crowded teeth that constantly required fillings in his clients and devoted ten years to these questions: were the explorer’s reports of incredibly healthy communities really true and if so, what were they eating? Find out at the Pot Luck picnic.

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MARY VALLEY Families and anglers hooked thanks to Borumba’s restocking program

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ake Borumba’s annual fish restocking program has proven its worth this summer season, with keen anglers and families flocking to the popular recreational area to make the most of the great outdoors and good fishing. Campground managers reported solid site bookings throughout the season, particularly during Christmas-New Year and long weekend peak periods. Tourism and Mary Valley Portfolio Councillor, Cr Julie Walker, said the successful season served to highlight the importance of fish restocking programs for the tourism industry and regional economy in general, and stressed that the lake was still open for business despite the recent flood event. “Programs such as this are important because they invest in the future and sustainability of our recreational waterways and, in turn, deliver real benefits to local businesses and the wider community,” Cr Walker said. Cr Walker is the Patron of the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Group and assisted with the release of 40,000 Australian Bass fingerlings into the lake’s catchment last month. The fingerlings were provided by Murgon’s Handwood Hatchery as part of the annual Stock Impoundment Permit System (SIPS) and Gympie Regional Council-funded programs. Council provided $6000 which helped purchase 100,000 fingerlings, which were comprised of 40,000 Australian Bass, 40,000 Golden Perch, 19,000 Silver Perch and 1000 Mary River Cod. “When you buy a permit to fish in Lake Borumba and other

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impoundments around the state, a portion of that fee is allocated to restocking certain waterways,” Cr Walker explained. “When purchasing your permit, you can nominate which impoundment your fee supports, so I encourage everyone to support their local recreational waterway as part of this process.” The Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Group is also supported by members who live in and around the Mary Valley, as well as those from further afield, such as Brisbane. Group Vice-President and Fish Stocking Officer Chris Mangold reminded anglers to ‘catch-and-release’ and play their part in securing a bright future for the lake. “We encourage people to catch-and-release so this popular family activity and growing sport is sustainable and something future generations can enjoy too,” Mr Mangold said. For camping information, contact the Borumba Dam Camping Grounds on 5488 6662. Photo top left: President of the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Group Peter Chambers, Vice-President and Fish Stocking Officer Chris Mangold and Cr Julie Walker, group patron releasing Australia Bass fingerlings.

COUNTRY and WESTERN SERVICE AT IMBIL

ary Valley Uniting Church presents Warren Matotek and Troy Dunn as special guests for our “Country and Western Service” 5.30pm Saturday 2 March 2013. Warren and Troy join us to bring the world of PBR (Professional Bull Riders) rodeo to life! Warren is PBR announcer and has been a professional sports commentator for 25 years. He is a former pro bullrider, married and owns a successful rural contracting business. Troy was 1998 PBR world champion bullrider. He is currently president and captain of the PBR Australian team, married and runs his own cattle property. This exciting family evening kicks off with a barbecue at 5.30pm. BYO barbecue food. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Venue yet to be advised (Imbil), phone for details and RSVP contact John Kropp 5484 5290.

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