Mary Valley Voice February 8 2012 - Vol.22 No.2 by The Mary Valley Voice

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8 February 2012 Vol. 22 No. 2

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KENILWORTH 2011 KENILWORTH LIVING TREASURES

or the past 13 years Kenilworth and District Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Assoc Inc. have acknowledged persons in this community, whom were nominated by their peers, worthy of recognition as a Kenilworth Living Treasure. The presentations for 2011 was made at the annual Chamber of Commerce Christmas dinner and below is an outline of achievements of the recipients. TONY AND MARGARET WHITE A couple whom have demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to the Kenilworth community being the driving force for the introduction of a number of new services to the township. (Pictured left Pat Hampstead receiving the award from MP Peter Wellington on behalf of Margaret and Tony White)

Both joined the Chamber of Commerce and Citizens and were involved in the improvement of streetscaping and tree planting in Elizabeth Street and involved in the educational program “can-do” training after the dairy industry deregulation with Tony as secretary. Margaret past president and secretary of the QCWA who successfully applied for funding for a new kitchen which is currently used for preparation for meals by the Upper Mary Care team for distribution to the elderly in the district. Both have supported the arts council and have been tireless workers for the Kenilworth Celebrates! Arts Festival seeking sponsorship and promoting the art competitions so that the festival is one of the major regional art events in Australia. Kenilworth Library and Kenilworth Information Centre have buildings that both Tony and Margaret were involved in the early stages of planning. In addition to their roles in these organisations they have been involved in promoting the Mary Valley and the Sunshine Coast generally and this considerable contribution to Kenilworth over many years is indeed worthy of recognition as Kenilworth Living Treasures. JENETTE FRANZI There is a well known saying that behind every successful man is… and Jenette is the supportive partner whom over a number of years, quietly and without fuss or bother, been an active member of the community in the Kenilworth district.

Kenilworth and District Historical Association committee member and executor for many years, still a volunteer guide on Sundays as well as with tour groups. Member and past President of Kenilworth branch of QCWA, member of the Village Units Association where Jenette has display a great understanding of the workings of these organisations contributing willingly at meetings, assisting with her advice to continual improvements of benefits to make life more comfortable for others. When Nepali shop called for volunteer workers Jenette once again gave freely of her time and talents to assist the community. A volunteer assistant at the annual Chook Chase and at Show and Rodeo time, worked in a variety of roles to ensure the smooth running of this event. During her time as steward of the photographic section of the pavilion exhibits entries have increased considerably and this she dealt with in her calm and quiet manner ensuring a successful time for all. Actively associated with the Uniting Church and directing her activities toward the ecumenical aspect of church life with religion always playing an important role. It was a pleasure to present Jenette with a certificate as a Kenilworth Living Treasure.

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KENILWORTH New picnic tables and seats are now in place next to the Catholic Church. There will be NO BBQ in the park for the last Friday in Feb. There will be DRINKS ON THE DECK at Kenilworth Pub on Friday 24 February at 6pm. See display ad below.

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ouncil report Cr Paul Tatton reported that $10,000.00 will be spent on picnic tables and planting trees in Isaac Moore Park. A public planting day will be held in the Charles Street Park some time in February. Cr. Paul Tatton will announce the date asap. A notice will be placed in the MVV requesting community involvement.

The next meeting for the Kenilworth Chamber is on Wednesday 22 February, 6.30pm at the Kenilworth CWA Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend.

KENILWORTH PONY CLUB NEWS

enilworth Pony Club had their sign on day on Saturday 28 January accompanied by a Pony Sale. A fun day for all, even with the wet weather. All KPC members are looking forward to their first muster on Saturday 25 February. Any new members are welcome.

A final reminder that our AGM is on Thursday 9 February in the RSL Room, Kenilworth Hall. “You cannot train a horse with shouts and expect it to obey a whisper.” - Dagobert D. Runes

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KENILWORTH Cuppa, Conversation and Company

pproximately 20 years ago there was an article in the Mary Valley Voice calling for persons interested in quilting to meet in the town park. From this meeting the Kenilworth Village Quilters was established – later to become Kenilworth Quilt and Craft Circle because the group did more than quilt and the Circle indicated a circle of friends. The group has long held the belief that cuppa, conversation, and company is just as important as the craft which has ensured its survival.

Merle Murtagh, Jean Pearce, Lyndell van Zanden and Jan Paulger were in the first class run by Dawn Reardon at the Kenilworth Bowls Club and at the first meeting in the CWA Rooms and have, until recently, all been regular members. Over the years the group have made numerous quilts and donated them to various worthy causes. One of the first quilts made for a charity was for the “Make a wish” group. Jean Glanville sold the tickets and Janelle Parker won the quilt which was candle wicked to which all members contributed a square or two. After the devastation caused to so many small communities similar to our own in the Black Saturday Bushfires in February 2009, Jan Paulger coordinated a Quilt-a-Thon to support the victims. Several stores, people and groups donated fabric, backing and wadding for the cause. Kenilworth Community Hall was used as the workplace for the week of intense industry. People from Gympie, Pomona, Eumundi, Cooroy, Nambour, Maleny, Conondale, Yandina, and Imbil came along to donate time and skills. It was all hands on deck and there was a production line any factory would have been proud of. Twenty quilts were sent to Melbourne within that week. These were delivered to the Social Workers at the Burns Unit of the Alfred Hospital for distribution to their patients. The team continued and completed a total of 77 quilts for the bushfire area. The need to raise funds to cover public liability insurance led to the establishment of the first Quilt Show in 2001 “Year of Federation”. There were no funds for advertising or hall rent etc. so a flyer was produced with local businesses paying for advertising space and including information on other activities in Kenilworth. These were distributed to

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Each Quilt Show has a theme. There has been – Floral Fantasia, Christmas in June, Petals and Paws, Flights of Fantasy, Teddy Bears Picnic, Oriental Splendour, Magic of Music, Old to New, Under the Sea. This year it is - Under an Australian Sky – “Year of the Farmer”, on Queen’s Birthday weekend 9 and 10 June. 2012 year of handicraft production has begun in the demountable at the Kenilworth Museum on Wednesday 25 January with Fabric Painting workshop. For more information on future fortnightly activities please contact: Olive Hassall on 5446 0131, Paula Gillis on 5446 0229 or Jan Paulger 5446 0167. Contributed by: Jan Paulger and Lyndell van Zanden Craft skills have been practised by women of this district since early settlement days – many examples of these crafts may be viewed at the Kenilworth Museum. It is encouraging to see the preservation of these skills in the work of the Kenilworth Quilt and Craft Circle. Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth and District Historical Assn Inc.

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MARY VALLEY MARY VALLEY STAGS SIGN ON and PRE SEASON GAMES

or all those rugby league loving locals, Mary Valley Stags have begun training with their first sign-on on Thursday 2 February, however for latecomers sign-on, call Jenny (Club Secretary) during office hours on 5484 5133. To warm up the footy season there are two upcoming pre-games to challenge the team’s fitness and spectators and supporters are welcome to view these pre-season trial games.

“The petition presented several ideas to council to achieve this and I am delighted by the outcome. I look forward to seeing the completed makeover.” In February work will start on Stage 2 which sees the old playground upgraded to include a multi-age climbing structure and the relocation of existing play elements into the new fenced play area, a large double slide climbing structure to suit all ages, multi-level play elements, tunnels, climbers and activity panels. Additional trees will also be planted to provide park goers with more protection from the sun.

GAME 1: Saturday 18 February 2012, MV Stags vs Gympie at Jack Stokes Oval. GAME 2: Saturday 3 March 2012, MV Stags vs PomonaCooran Cutters at the Cooran grounds. Enquiries to Glenn Carlson on 0428 159 529.

Apex Park in Cooroy gets a makeover

he popular Apex Park in Cooroy is in the midst of a major makeover as Sunshine Coast Council installs new fencing and playground equipment, and creates a better use of space for community events. Division 12 Councillor Lew Brennan said this makeover was a great example of what happens when the community and council work together.

Year of the Farmer in 2012

warm welcome back from everyone at the Dagun Growers Market. Thank you for all your support in 2011! The market is back in full supply with gardens very glad for the summer rain. Lychee and mango are coming on now with an amazing four varieties of eggplant available. Sweet corn is jumping out of the ground and five varieties of watermelon are making a showing. The usual staples like banana, greens, potatoes and garlic are there each week. Every week we have a special focus to attract regular speciality stalls and to host a guest speaker, activity or display. Feb 4: Tarragon, what a herb.

“After receiving a petition to improve the park from Cooroy residents, and in consultation with council staff, I secured $85,000 in funding for this revamp,” Cr Brennan said.

Feb 11: Healthy gardening with Trish Grieger our local Eden Seeds distributor whose stall also provides mulch/lucerne, worm juice & seedlings.

“Council presented three design options for the community to choose and the most popular playground design is now being installed.”

Feb 18: Art with watercolours and music with Steve. Make an acoustic thong!

The fencing was rearranged to include the total playground footprint – all the playground equipment is now in the fenced area instead of just some elements. “This rearrangement also provides more green open space in the park that will better cater for large events like Carols in the Park,” Cr Brennan said. Cooroy resident Kate Rush, who presented the petition to Cr Brennan, was delighted with council’s response. “My aim was for council to make better use of the current park layout and get some new play equipment for local kids,” Ms Rush said.

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nnovative local enterprise, Weavery, is leading a project focused on empowering members of disadvantaged community groups on the Sunshine Coast.

Workshops at Cooroora Institute in Cooroy will be tailored for students, youth and health care card holders who have a keen interest in the environment.

The first part of this project will kick off in late February 2012, in a series of six week ‘weaving wellbeing’ community workshops. With Ilkley-based fibre artist Rene Bahloo of Weavery at the helm, these workshops will teach holistic basketry techniques and will be presented in partnership with Cooroora Institute, Caloundra Community Centre, Nambour Cultural Healing Program and funded by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council.

Caloundra Community Centre Weavery workshops are aimed at groups comprising of the elderly and from preventative mental health areas, while Nambour Cultural Healing Program Weavery workshops will cater for Indigenous youth, as well as associated Indigenous art groups.

Rene Bahloo says: “Combining creative skill building with holistic practise increases artistic development as well as personal growth. This, in turn, increases the confidence and self worth of group

Each participant in the workshops will produce a number of woven sculptural fibre objects/baskets to take home. They will also have the opportunity to display their work locally and online. Aptly called ‘Weave Heal Connected’, this project of Weavery is aimed at bringing the community together through the power of the healing arts. It supports the social inclusion of all groups on the Coast, irrespective of culture, age, social standing or level of ability. To register your interest in participating in, or contributing to, this project, please contact Rene Bahloo at tribahloo@hotmail.com or call 0438 162 552.

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Are we there yet?

012 is National Year of Reading and Sunshine Coast Council presents an exhibition of one Australia’s well loved children’s author, Alison Lester. Butter Factory Arts Centre is hosting the “Are we there yet?” exhibition as part of a wide range of activities in the National Year of Reading so people of all ages can discover the joy of reading.

Manager Library Gallery Services Ross Duncan said that the Butter Factory Arts Centre is the only place in Queensland that will be hosting the “Are we there yet?” exhibition. “Alison Lester is well known by kids of all ages, and this will be the only opportunity to see some of her picture book art at close quarters,” Mr Duncan said.

“The exhibition shows both the original illustrations as well as the preliminary and developmental stages in the making of the book, Are we there yet? “Including Alison’s children’s actual travel diaries, through text, illustration and design drafts, to the final published book - including a number of folios and drawings. “We are really pleased to be showcasing the work of Alison Lester as she has written over 30 books and is much loved by kids of all ages. “Alison was recently recognised for her significant contribution to the children’s literature canon of Australia and was named Children’s Laureate with Boori Monty Pryor.” Cooroy library will also be hosting various interactive workshops and digital programs to complement the “Are we there yet?” exhibition. Are we there yet? will bring back memories of past family travels and holidays, inspire wanderlust, entertain with community stories of dirt roads and detours, educate visitors about general facts and flora and fauna. Alison Lester’s touring exhibition Are we there yet? is showing from 20 April to 22 May. For more information about the coming exhibition and programs contact the Butter Factory Arts centre on 5454 9050 or Cooroy library on 5454 9000.

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Private landholders are invited to apply for a Landholder Environment Grant to assist with environmental works on their properties. Landholders can apply for assistance with 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

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Annual presentation of the 2011 Living Treasures Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce

Pictured left Cr Paul Tatton and MP Peter Wellington, above from left to right John Conway with Tim and Di Donovan. Related article p3.

Cooroy resident Kate Rush, who presented the petition to Cr Brennan with her children and Cr Brennan at Apex Park. Related article p6.

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OUR COMMUNITY Creative workshops at Butter Factory Arts Centre

unshine Coast Council has launched the Butter Factory Arts Centre workshop program for the start of 2012. Manager Library and Gallery Services, Ross Duncan said the workshops offer great opportunities for people to learn new skills or enhance their existing skills. “Council has developed these workshops in close collaboration with local creative artists, and the variety of the workshops reflects the high level of interest in creative arts on the Sunshine Coast,” Mr Duncan said.

“Every year, we offer courses for the public, and this year, we have increased the number of courses based on community demand. “Workshops in the first term include digital photography, weaving, life drawing, pottery, sculpture, painting and jewellery making. “We have developed courses for children, young people and adults and the artists will share their skills and experience with students in a fun and informal atmosphere. “These courses offer a fantastic opportunity for people to come along, improve their skills and make new friends at the same time.” The Butter Factory Arts Centre in Cooroy offers gallery and workshop space, and will be offering many courses throughout 2012, along with their regular exhibitions.

SAGE OLD BOOKS

n the tiny town of Kin Kin, a home-based business is recreating the traditional art of hand book binding. Ian and Lorraine Bates have, for the past thirteen years, been building up their small business of book restoration, Sage Old Books. While Lorraine is involved with the resewing and recovering of the books, Ian works on paper repairs and finishing, which often involves traditional gold tooling using a blocking press and lead or brass type, or hand-held tools. “A great deal of our work is taken up in restoration of family Bibles, which are of great sentimental value to their owners, and which, when restored, can be handed down to future generations. As well as restoring books, we are also able to replace missing covers with leather or cloth, and to make boxes and enclosures to protect precious books from the elements and insect damage.” As part of their commitment to preserving the skills of hand book binding, Lorraine and Ian are enthusiastic about passing on their knowledge. For the past four years, they have been instructors for the Queensland Bookbinders’ Guild, running regular classes in Brisbane. Now, they have brought their classes closer to home and run regular weekends at the Pomona Community Centre. The next Introduction to Bookbinding course is filling rapidly, and will be held over the weekend of February18/19. Over the weekend, students make from scratch a beautiful, traditionally hand sewn journal, and also learn ways in which to bind and repair their own books. To participate in this fun and rewarding weekend, contact Lorraine and Ian on 5485 4166, email sage@sageold.com.au or via their website www.sageold.com.au

More information about the courses can be obtained by visiting the Butter Factory Arts Centre or the Cooroy Library. Bookings are essential and people are encouraged to confirm their place for each workshop. Call the Butter Factory Arts Centre for more information on 5454 9050.

Photo top: course participants with completed books in Pomona’s Lawson Shed. Left: leather book bindings.

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OUR COMMUNITY Prestigious Queensland art award exhibition heading to Cooroy

A Moment in Time

egional Queensland’s finest emerging and established artists are showcasing their talents at the Sunshine Coast Council’s Butter Factory Arts Centre. The 2011 Queensland Regional Art Awards ‘Connection’ touring exhibition has been launched at the Butter Factory Arts Centre in Cooroy from 3 February to 10 March 2012. The prestigious exhibition includes the impressive works of 29 of the best emerging and established artists working in regional and remote Queensland. The theme for the travelling exhibition ‘Connection’ invited regional and remote Queensland artists to respond and explore how the theme related to their lives and the people and places of their communities. The 2011 Queensland Regional Art Awards ‘Connection’ is a hallmark event produced by non-for-profit organisation Flying Arts which for more than 40 years has been providing visual arts development services throughout regional and remote Queensland. The official launch of the exhibition took place at the Butter Factory Arts Centre on Friday 3 February and was opened by Senior Curator, Michele Helmrich from the University of Queensland Art Museum. Special guests attending the launch included the winner of the 2011 Queensland Regional Art Awards Merete Megarrity and participating artists. For more information on the exhibition, contact the Butter Factory Arts Centre on 5454 9050. The Butter Factory Arts Centre is part of the Cooroy community precinct, Mill Place. The historic Butter Factory presents a changing program of arts and heritage exhibitions and events, and hosts an energetic art workshop program with activities for all ages and interests. The Butter Factpry is located 10 Maple Street in Cooroy. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10.00 am to 4.00 pm Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

our artists have come together to share some special moments in their upcoming exhibition A Moment in Time, on view at the Gympie Regional Gallery until Saturday 25 February. Nonie Metzler, who resides in Gympie, along with Ellie Anderson, Philippa Hume-Elvy and Marianne Reardon, all from Maleny have encouraged and inspired each other over the years. They describe moments in their lives that are significant and sometimes mundane, in paint, drawing and printmaking and believe they have preserved these moments that are otherwise lost. By working together, sharing their knowledge and their ideas each artist believes they have benefited and developed as individuals and want to share their Moments in Time with a larger audience. To further achieve this, Ellie Anderson and Nonie Metzler will set up residency within the exhibition space to draw. They invite you to bring your pencils and sketch book to share this special time with them on Wednesday 22 February from 10am – 12noon. You can visit this exhibition at the Gympie Regional Gallery, situated at 39 Nash Street, Gympie. Phone 548 10733 for any further information. Pictured top: Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring by Nonie Metzler, Ellie Anderson, Philippa Hume-Elvy and Marianne Reardon.

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omment on identification issue Late last year in Parliament I introduced my well publicised Identification Law Amendment Bill with the aim of improving laws relating to the removal of face coverings so police are able to clearly identify people. The Bill was referred to the Legal Affairs, Police, Corrective Services and Emergency Services Committee for detailed consideration. This committee has now called for submissions from members of the public - submissions close on March 2. The committee is due to report back to Parliament on this Bill by April 13. If you are interested in making a submission and want further information, the explanatory notes are available on the website - www.legislation.qld.gov.au Submissions can be directed to the Research Director of the committee at lapcsesc@parliament.qld.gov.au, or visit my Nambour office for details. Meet me in Cooroy I will be holding my next Cooroy meeting day in the Cooroy RSL boardroom on Thursday, March 8. Anyone who would like to meet with me can organise an appointment by contacting my Nambour office on 5441 6933. National used car register There is some good news for drivers looking at buying a used car. A national registry is due to be formed by January 31 - the Personal Property Security Register. Car buyers will be able to do a vehicle search so you can make sure the vehicle has not been written off and repaired in the past or has money owing on it. In the past people have searched the Queensland registry and got the all-clear, only to find out later that the vehicle has money owning from a past owner in another state. For more information, visit www.ppsr.gov.au Trucks redirected from local roads Gravel trucks contracted to haul loads from the Moy Pocket Quarry to the Main Roads project on the Cooroy to Curra project have been warned to avoid Skying Creek and other local roads, and stick to the designated haulage route - Kenilworth-Eumundi Road. After several complaints from local residents recently that gravel trucks were travelling on Skyring Creek Road rather than the designated haulage route, I took the matter up with Main Roads.

Main Roads has advised their project contractors that they are not to use Skyring Creek Road. If any residents see these trucks on Skying Creek Road, please take down particulars of the vehicle and I will take this up with Main Roads, who can take action against contractors for breech of contract.

WATT MATTERS IN GYMPIE COUNCIL

ouncil has approved the following projects to be funded under the Mary Valley Economic Development Fund ($300,000 from the State Govt post the Traveston Crossing Dam failure). These include: Mary Valley Business and Community Directory 2012 - Mary Valley Inc $6,209; The Mary Valley Food Hub - Dagun Growers Market $8,500; Project Management Plan for relocation of Kandanga Bowls Club - Kandanga Bowls Club Inc $25,000; Levelling Playing Field - Jack Spicer Oval Management Committee $26,780; ‘Mary Valley Country’ Marketing Project - Mary Valley Inc $27,000; Rejuvenation of Show Grounds Facility - Mary Valley Show Society $41,678; Rattler Marketing Initiative - Mary Valley Heritage Railway Inc $52,000 and Garden of Villages Pilot Feasibility Study Master Plan and Business Plan - Australian Agri-Assets Pty Ltd $79,000. I would like to thank those dedicated community members who worked with me to develop and write the Mary Valley Addendum to the Economic Development Plan. Without our insistence that the Mary Valley should be far better recognised in the Plan, the importance of some projects the Mary Valley so vitally need would not have been recognised. In tourism news: Symon Duggan (Hotelier, Mary Valley and Tin Can Bay) is the new Director on the Gympie Cooloola Tourism Board. Congratulations Symon. The GCT Board will be increasing by two members shortly so keep your eye out for invitations to nominate. I am currently working with the Parks Manager to put together a schedule for local publications so everyone can see at a glance where mowing is occurring... how often, where and why for anyone this service affects.

ROSEVALE HOUSE ACCOMMODATION Traditional B&B or spacious Studio Apartment accom. in the beautiful Mary Valley. Mid-way Kenilworth and Imbil on Mary Valley Rd, at the junction of Callemonda Rd. Email enquiries@rosevalehouse.com.au, bookings 07 5488 6770 or visit http://www.rosevalehouse.com.au

YOGA-AYURVEDA @ BROOLOO EIGHT week yoga course-introduction for beginners or refresher for onging students. Tuesday-Thursday 6pm $70 - 8 classes, pay for 7x. As well, Ayurveda consultations now available. Maureen 5484 5848.

12 | February 8, 2012

OUR COMMUNITY

Positive Start to 2012

he announcement of a three month extension to the Government’s $10,000 Building Boost is well timed to build on the momentum some parts of the industry were beginning to feel late last year. The announcement came after months of lobbying by HIA and other organisations. It also overcomes the problem some members were having in arranging soil tests and other contract requirements over the Christmas break. Here’s hoping that this news combined with the prospect of interest rates continuing to ease will be the catalyst the industry needs to restore buyer confidence and rebound from the last couple of years of slow activity. Source: HIA eNews (13 Jan. 2012), submitted by Jenny Carlson

Sustainable Homes

Sunshine Coast Council welcomes submissions from community groups, workplaces and schools for grants of up to $2,000 to support sustainable transport initiatives. Submissions can be made online until 1 March 2012. Car-free days, social media campaigns that help change travel behaviours and cycle skills training at schools or workplaces are just some of the activities that may be eligible for a TravelSmart Sunshine Coast Grant. Integrated Transport Systems portfolio holder and Division 9 Councillor Vivien Griffin said transport accounts for 27 per cent of the region’s greenhouse gas emissions and, if left unchecked, will dramatically affect our Sunshine Coast lifestyle. “Council is committed to providing infrastructure, programs and support that will provide a range of sustainable transport choices for Coast residents and visitors,” Cr Griffin said.

osts of living are constantly rising but what can you do about it? Discover how to use technology and living smarter to save energy, money and the planet.

“There are so many great ideas about how our communities can get out of our cars and onto more sustainable forms of transport, but many just require some assistance to get underway.

Presented by Wiebe ter Bals from SCEC these Sustainable Homes sessions will be looking at principles of sustainable design, technologies that can be fitted to existing homes and smarter ways of living in a home/using technology that can save, energy, money and the planet.

“Workplace challenges, or simply a coordinated approach to carpooling, may be all that it takes to get people thinking about how they can leave their car in the garage and find alternative ways to get about.

Free: Bookings Essential Cooroy Wednesday, 21 March 12.30pm • 5454 9000 Maleny Neighbourhood Centre Thursday, 29 March 10.00am • 5435 3100 Nambour Tuesday, 27 March 10.00am • 5441 8332 Noosa Thursday, 8 March 1.00pm • 5442 4411

“The TravelSmart Sunshine Coast Grants program allows the community to take charge of the sustainable transport choices in their area and choose a program that suits their local community.” Successful applications must address at least one of these objectives: • Encourage a reduction in the distance travelled in cars • Encourage an increase in sustainable transport use • Promote the benefits of sustainable transport.

Grants help find alternatives to driving a car

f you’ve got an idea to help reduce reliance on cars for transport, then a TravelSmart Sunshine Coast grant may help get the wheels turning.

Guidelines and online application forms can be found on council’s website at www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants Applicants are encouraged to contact a TravelSmart Sunshine Coast Grants Officer on (07) 5475 7272 to help develop their application.

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February 8, 2012 |

OUR COMMUNITY

hat is Picitup? Whilst out doing his daily walk, Sam Halvorsen, a Sunshine Coast local, noticed some litter. He picked it up. But had nowhere to put it. It was in that moment that an idea hatched in Sam’s mind. What if he were to put a bag in every walker’s hands? How much of the increasing litter problem on the Sunshine Coast could be solved by local people picking up litter on their daily walk?

The jute bag It was very important to us to get a bag that was as environmentally friendly as we could find. These bags do come at a cost (free to you) so please re-use them as much as possible. Your nearest location to pick up a bag is at Kennilworth Library, 4A Elizabeth Street (07) 5446 0101 – library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Sam set about making the idea happen. He wanted to mobilise the community to take responsibility themselves. To create an initiative that would really work in the fight to keep the Sunshine Coast beautiful. And to protect the marine life in our oceans from the scourge of the plastic bag. How can you get involved? You can pick up a jute bag from most Surf Life Saving Clubs, Council libraries, Customer Service Centres, and Water Catchment Groups for free (see the map and listed locations on http://www.picitup.com.au). All you need to do is fill in a simple form and away you go. Your bag is your badge. If you see another walker carrying a bag you know you’re in good company.

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RENTALS FROM $230 p/wk Contact Katie 5446 0164 Kenilworth, Brooloo and Cambroon KENILWORTH $230 pw rent. Very neat and tidy TWO bedroom home with polished floors, large rooms, bright and airy kitchen and dining, fully fenced rear yard and veggie garden. Quiet location right in town. BROOLOO $235 pw rent. ONE bedroom fully furnished cottage with large covered verandah and double car accommodation. Five private acres. No lawn mowing required. CAMBROON $250 pw rent. Large TWO bedroom home with office. Polished timber floors, great views, verandahs. Rural location. If you can assist with horses rental reimbursement is negotiated on the rent? BROOLOO $300 pw rent. Large lowset FIVE bedroom brick home with ensuite and walk-in robe to master bedroom. Large family room plus large lounge room and separate office. 2-Bay lockup garage, rural location. Easy drive to Imbil township.

Magniﬁcent Views – Magniﬁcent Home on Acreage – Belli Park – Price $990,000

This solidly constructed timber home has been built to last. There are ﬁve bedrooms and two bathrooms, master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite. The large open plan living area has a central wood heater with French doors opening out onto the large deck and inground swimming pool. Modern kitchen has granite bench tops, ample cupboard space, dishwasher and large gas cooker. Natural timbers feature throughout this home, which includes: polished ﬂoors, exposed beams and hardwood timber walls. Outstanding views are seen from the large rear deck even while you are swimming and the views from the front of the home are just as captivating. This 45 acre bush block is fenced and has approx. 10 acres of grazing + two dams — ideal if you have a pony. If it is privacy that you seek then this has to be the one for you as the home is 1klm from the main entrance with no immediate neighbours in sight. Under the pool is a 40,000 gallon rain water tank. Also 450m2 of building is under roof. Plus 4-bay lockup garage at the house with 3 phase power + a large machinery shed with 3 phase power and covered awning large enough to work on a ‘semi’ and this is to the front of the property for easy access.

Excellent Commercial Site – Elizabeth St, Kenilworth – Take another look! Reduced to $440,000 plus GST

This property is being sold on behalf of the banks and the price has been dramatically reduced to meet the current market. Located next door to the Kenilworth Town Park, this block is a fantastic commercial site with a unique timber building that has character and charm. Nestled amidst well established trees and exotic palms and plants there is an air of ambience... It is a substantial block of 2023m2 and a wise investment with two street frontages plus ample parking at rear of the building with a wide street front to main building. Take another look, this site is ripe for a change. Inspect now and be sure.

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‘...right next to Kenilworth Town Park and with a wide main street walk-in frontage.’

Vacant Acreage Allotments – Conondale Price $299,000 each 15 minutes to Maleny Take your pick, there are two 10 acre parcels of land side by side and there are no covenants in place so you can build a home to your own desire and taste. The roads are all sealed and the property is only a short drive from the local shop in Conondale and only 15 minutes from Maleny town centre. MVVOICE-2012©KREALTY-08 FEBRUARY