Mary Valley Voice July 11 2012 - Vol. 22 No. 12

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KENILWORTH Isaac Moore Park

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he following article was published in August 2004 when Isaac Moore Park was still a road reserve which has now been transformed into an attractive parkland. It may be fitting that the story of the involvement of the Moore family in the settlement of the district and the establishment of the township be repeated in an endeavour that it not be forgotten.

The Kenilworth and District Historical Association has been involved in negotiations to have the parkland on the Eumundi side of the Mary River Bridge named Isaac Moore Park. At the moment the matter rests with Maroochy Shire Council – all other impediments having been addressed.

Why Isaac Moore Park? The following is the biography forwarded to all Government and Council Departments to validate the naming.

Isaac Moore was one of the early settlers of this District.

Born at Killarn, Ireland, in 1821, Isaac Moore arrived in Melbourne, Australia with his younger brother in 1852.

There they established and owned stores and hotels.

Arriving in this district around 1863, on 1 April of that year the lease of Kenilworth Station was transferred to him by the executors of the late Walter Gray, an Ipswich merchant.

Around that time he also acquired three other properties in the area: Cambroon (or Obi Obi) from his brother-in-law John Bergin, Cordalba, and Yielo, running them all under the name of Kenilworth Station. In 1864 he was joined by his wife Anne and baby son Hugh.

The Moores gained the confidence and cooperation of the local aboriginal people, and are remembered by them with affection. Unfortunately diseases introduced by white settlers took their toll on the tribe, and in 1910 the survivors were taken to a settlement on Barambah Station – land given to the Government by the Moores. This was later to become Cherbourg Settlement.

The Moores left the district in 1875 to take up ownership of two large properties in the Burnett District. Ownership of Kenilworth Station remained, with a manager in charge.

The final act for the Moore family was a sale by auction of the whole estate of Kenilworth Station in 1921, part of the outcome of which was the establishment of Kenilworth township.

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KENILWORTH PONY CLUB NEWS

idgee Pony Club gymkhana was held on Monday 11 June. Kenilworth club was represented by Sonia and Rachael Law. Rachael rode Ricochet in the associates group (17-26 year olds) and placed 2nd overall, whilst Sonia placed 1st riding Mystique in the seniors group (26 years plus).

The following weekend the Law ladies competed again this time at Gympie Pony Club’s Cross Country School.

They participated in training in both showjumping and cross country jumps. Both found the instructors to be knowledgeable, clear and encouraging. On Sunday, both competed in the Derby Day which consisted of a one round course of both showjumps and cross country fences.

This was the first event held on Gympie’s new cross country course which contained quite a few hills, water jump, tyres, logs, brick walls and portable jumps. Rachael competed in the 60cm course whilst Sonia competed in her first cross country course at 50cm and placed 5th overall. Well done to Gympie Pony Club for hosting the event.

KPC member Romy McCullough (photo below) competed over two days at the recent Nambour Show riding Mornington ToyTown and what a show she had! She received 1st placings in District Rider 13 & 14 years, District Open Pony Hack and Open Pony Hack 13 to 14hh. Romy placed 2nd in Novice Pony over 12.2hh and 3rd placings were achieved in District Novice Rider and District Novice Pony Hack. She was awarded Champion Open Pony and Reserve Champion District Pony Hack.

Sonia and Rachael Law competed at the Kia Ora gymkhana on Sunday 24 June. Rachael placed second overall in her age group.

“Courage is being scared to death – and saddleing up anyway” John Wayne.

Note: The above information was obtained from the book ‘Moore and Moore’, written and published by Ian C and Margaret McKellar in 2002.

Isaac Moore commanded considerable influence and respect within the district, and the naming of the area of land near to where the remains of Kenilworth homestead stand is a fitting tribute to his time and dedication. There is no other area named in recognition of his having passed through this district.

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth and District Historical Assn Inc.

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KENILWORTH QCWA KENILWORTH AIMING TO REBUILD

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number of interested community women attended the QCWA Kenilworth Branch public meeting on Thursday 21 June. Those attending also included the four members of the Kenilworth CWA committee, a member of the Nambour branch and Division President, Joy Coulson who chaired the meeting. A few community members were unable to attend and passed on messages of support.

These encouraging signs are being followed up and one of the first steps will be to educate and inform local women of the purpose of the Queensland Country Women’s Association. Historically CWA has provided wonderful friendship and support for women and their families. It has also provided opportunities to learn crafts and acquire skills across a broad range of interests. As a community organisation QCWA offers service and support where a need may be identified. The building in Elizabeth Street currently offers rented space for the delivery of the service provided by Centacare Upper Mary Valley. The hall is also valued as an ideal meeting place for local organisations, community gatherings and a space for art workshops.

It is hoped the Kenilworth Branch of QCWA will be able to remain viable and provide what local women want.

The branch needs at least 10 financial members and indications are that this is already possible. Rebuilding will be the main focus for the next six to twelve months so that local needs and interests are identified.

The next public meeting will be held on Thursday 2 August 2012 from10am at the QCWA Hall, Elizabeth St, Kenilworth.

For enquiry contact Sue Wolter on 5446 0158.

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HELLO KENILWORTH ENGLAND!

hen I was in England recently, of course, I just HAD to go to Kenilworth! The people I met were very friendly, responding with interest when I said proudly , “I’m from Kenilworth in Queensland, Australia.” They wanted to know about our town and its people.

Our little Kenilworth is tiny by comparison as our namesake has 33 000 people! Situated near Warwick, Kenilworth is a busy town famous for Kenilworth Castle which was the setting of Sir Walter Scott’s novel, “Kenilworth”. I’m probably not telling you anything new when I relate that when our area was settled by Europeans, the original station owner’s wife was reading that same novel when her husband was searching for a name for his sheep (yes, sheep) station. And, as they say, the rest is history!

I was overawed when I went into the ancient church of St Nicholas where Queen Elizabeth the First had worshipped four times. In our land where anything over 200 years old is ancient, I found it hard to get my head around the age of the place, not to mention its history. St Nicholas is the patron saint of children. St Nicholas School is nearby. Years ago, the children of Kenilworth State Community College used to exchange letters with the St Nicholas children and as a community, we had a lively correspondence with the Kenilworth Friendship Society in England. Perhaps we could revive this.

I loved visiting Kenilworth which is such an interesting town but I must admit, our Kenilworth has much better weather (even when it’s raining in winter!)

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ome out to play” and enjoy the arts on July 12-15 at Imbil Public Hall. Opening night 6pm Thursday (12th) and art show open Friday to Sunday 10-3pm. The MV Art Festival is one of the richest ($5000) art shows in the Gympie region and chance to secure quality investment pieces or fall in love with a special painting. Opening night is always a top night to view the exhibition and chat with the artists while taking in live music and tasty nibbles.

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he Kenilworth Bowls Club is hosting a fundraising afternoon for the 2012 Variety Bash. It will be held on Saturday 14 July.

Variety the children’s charity is dedicated to improving the quality of life for Queensland children who are sick, disadvantaged or who have special needs.

The day will kick off with a Calcutta to sell off the bowls teams - this is always fun and you might even buy the winning team. We have some great items to be auctioned during the afternoon and we will also be holding a multi draw raffle. After bowls there will be karaoke, so you can test out your singing skills. Meals will be available from 6-8pm.

You don’t have to be a bowler to come along and play - this is your chance to come and try bowls and support this great charity.

Enquiries contact Veronica on 5446 0281 or 0427 460 281.

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Benefit Film Night a Great Success

en. and I would like to thank the people, the businesses and the Arts Council of Kenilworth for their wonderful support of the film night held to raise funds for the Brady family.

Donations are still coming in from many folk who could not attend so the final total could be well over $1500. This is a great result and is beyond our expectations.

We would like to say a special thanks to the Kenilworth Bowls Club for providing the venue and facilities for the evening. Also to Kim (of Car Care fame) for his assistance and running the raffles so efficiently. A special thanks also to all the people who stayed back at a very late hour to wash the dishes, help pack and remove all the cinema gear and restore the venue to its former glory. Your contribution was very much appreciated.

It’s great to see such community spirit and generosity at a time when many in our community are facing tough times.

On behalf of the Brady family and ourselves, thank you all once again.

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Your Community Hall needs you!

n 30 May 2012 at 7.30pm a Community Meeting, rather than an official General Meeting of the Association, was held at Gheerulla Hall in the hope of reinvigorating interest in taking responsibility of the hall and grounds. Unfortunately the meeting was not well attended, and the small group who did gather decided to give the effort one more chance with a meeting to be held in 1 August 2012 at 7.30pm at Gheerulla Hall.

The purpose of this meeting will be to seek expressions of interest from community members willing to accept position on the Management Committee, especially in the positions of President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. The current Executive wish to retire from office because of health and age reasons and believe it is vital for the future of the hall and grounds that other members of the community with fresh ideas and enthusiasm be introduced. Unless this occurs, then the future of the hall and grounds will placed at risk of being relegated to being closed to public access and usage.

The meeting will be open to questions and discussion.

You will be free to ask whatever questions you would like answered on the night. THE FUTURE OF THE HALL AND GROUNDS, AND TO A CERTAIN EXTENT THE TENNIS CLUB, LIES IN YOUR HANDS.

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MARY VALLEY Mary Valley project updates at community forum

and wide, including many visitors who use the region for nature-based recreation.

ocal food hubs, tourism campaigns and environmental projects in the Mary Valley will be the key topics of discussion at the community forum on July 19 in Imbil.

The community information forum will be held on Thursday, July 19 at the Imbil Public Hall at 5.30pm for a 6pm start.

Presentations about the progress of inspiring community led projects as well as updates on local and state government economic and land sale plans for the Mary Valley will be included.

The Mary Valley renewal team instigated annual community forums after the round of consultation in 2010 when international community builder Peter Kenyon hosted conversations to get the valley residents thinking about their future.

“We want to share the progress that is happening and keep looking for new ideas for the Mary Valley. It is imperative that we keep moving forward by more conversations.

“Come along and find out how to get involved with existing projects, or work with others on new ideas that are important to rebuilding the communities of the Mary Valley, and protecting our special environment.”

The doors open at 5.30pm and the evening program starts at 6pm with a variety of speakers, topics and opportunities to be involved.

Inquiries about the renewal process can be made to Glenda Pickersgill on 0411 443 589.

There were no submissions to Council in support of the development.

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Bella Creek Motor Sport Park Decision Delayed

esidents are still waiting for a Gympie Regional Council decision about a widely opposed motorsport park proposal in the Mary Valley.

They have been forced to wait a further five months on top of an already-protracted 18-month process, said a spokeswoman for Mary Valley residents and other supporters of BRAG (Bella Residents Action Group).

She said the Sunshine Coast applicant of the proposed motorsport park development requested and was granted an extension of time to provide yet another report in support of the hotly-opposed proposal.

The proposed motorsport site, adjacent to rural residences and home to a mapped koala colony and designated wildlife corridor is poorly chosen, conflicts with the strategic plan, and is strongly opposed by the 123 submissions sent to Council last September. A petition opposing the development gained a further 523 signatures from far

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MARY VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB ANNUAL GREET AND MEET

he Mary Valley Photography Club will be holding its annual club meet greet eat and go snap happy BBQ on Sunday 22 July at Brett Watson’s property, 530 Yabba Creek Road, Imbil.

ALL ARE WELCOME Come along and see why we enjoy photography. Have a chat with members. It will be a casual affair, bring family and friends, young and old.

Get the chance to come and wonder on our 60 acre property with access to Yabba Creek.

You might be lucky to see some of our roos and wallabies.

There are also a few koalas around. We have a dam and the creek with the possiblity of seeing plenty of birdlife. If you check out the creek you may see a platypus, turtle or even a lungfish surfacing.

So bring your walking shoes and bush pants, as well as your cameras.

Starts around 2pm with a meet and greet chat, then around 2.30pm we will head off around the property to use up some of that proverbial digital film. For those who wish to get some help with their new cameras with some tips and pointers, our club members will be able to assist you.

We will wrap up around 4pm and have BBQ feed, and chat. A laptop and large screen TV will be available to have a look at images and photographic discussions.

About 5.30pm we will go down to the creek for afternoon platypus activity.

For more info contact Brett Watson on 0429 118 152 or 5484 5455.

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MARY VALLEY Yabba Creek threatened by Tilapia the cane toad of our waterways

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he recent discovery of a Tilapia in Yabba Creek near Imbil has many people concerned about the imminent danger this pest fish, often referred to as the cane toad of our waterways, may be placing on the Mary River system and our unique fish species. An angler recently handed in a single Tilapia caught in the Borumba Dam plunge pool.

Mozambique tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus), also known as the Mozambique mouth-brooder, can quickly dominate a water body, outcompeting native fish for habitat and food. Its feeding and nesting habits are also known to degrade water quality. Tilapia reproduce year round, and can hold eggs and larvae in the mouth, which can then survive even after the fish has been killed. They are deep-bodied with a thin profile, have long pointed

fins and are usually dark grey, but can be silver with two to five dark blotches/spots on the side. However the real key to spotting one is the single long continuous dorsal fin.

Once established in a flowing river or creek, tilapia are almost impossible to eradicate. This fish is declared noxious in Queensland. It is unlawful to possess noxious fish alive or dead or to use them as bait. Penalties of up to $200,000 apply. Tilapia are mainly spread by people moving them between waterways. If you catch one, do not release it.

Instead kill it humanely and dispose of it away from the water body. The Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee (MRCCC) is urging everyone to be on the lookout for these pests, especially those fishing or enjoying the waters of Borumba Dam and Yabba Creek. Report any sightings or catches of pest fish to the MRCCC by calling 07 5482 4766 or 24-hour Fishwatch hotline on 1800 017 166.

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OUR COMMUNITY ALICE IN WONDERLAND COMES TO LIFE AT GOOD SHEPHERD

This year’s musical promises to be bigger and better than ever with this fast-paced stage adaptation of Alice in Wonderland featuring updated dialogue and new arrangements of such classic Disney songs as “I’m Late,” “The Un-birthday Song” and “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah”.

Join Good Shepherd students as Alice’s madcap adventures in Wonderland see her chase the White Rabbit, race the Dodo Bird, get tied up with the Tweedles, rap with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beat the Queen of Hearts at her own game!

Students from Years 3 – 7 will have audiences “rolling in the isles” laughing at the antics of the three Cheshire Cats and the dozens of other wonderfully wacky characters.

“We chose Alice in Wonderland as it is a musical which appeals to all ages – young, old and everyone in between,” says Mr Dyer, Principal of Good Shepherd Lutheran College, in Noosaville.

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ood Shepherd Lutheran College students are madly racing against time as they put the finishing touches on this year’s Primary Musical – Alice in Wonderland Junior TM – to be held at the College from 19 – 21 July.

“It also gives the students a fantastic opportunity to showcase their singing, dancing and acting talents to their families and the wider community – while learning to work together as a team.”

Unlike the White Rabbit, Good Shepherd students won’t be late for this very important date on the College calendar.

If you are looking for some good, fun, family entertainment you won’t be able to go past Alice in Wonderland Junior.

“Many of the students have given up break times, after school and weekends to rehearse their roles and they are getting more and more excited as the show dates draw nearer – but not quite as excited as the Mad Hatter!” says Musical Director, Jim Tomkins.

Tickets are on sale now until sold out and are available by calling Good Shepherd Lutheran College Administration on 5455 8600.

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PROBUS CLUB OF COOROY

he winter chill has not kept members of the Cooroy Probus Club indoors. They have maintained their monthly dinner outings, supporting local restaurants.

Our planned visit to the Cooroy Chinese was delayed several months by the devastating storm that removed the roofing.

Du and her staff certainly appreciated us creating a full house situation when the doors opened again for business in June.

Excellent service, great food and good fellowship was enjoyed by all who attended.

May found us at Cybil’s at Cooran where generous servings of gourmet food had us promising to return.

This week blessed with a near perfect winters day, Probus members enjoyed a seafood lunch on board the Star Princess as they cruised along the Mooloolaba River.

Throughout the trip, Captain Kayden entertained us with a good mix of local trivia and gossip.

Interested in joining our Probus Club? Just ring the membership officer John Pluck on 5485 0415.

Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at the Cooroy RSL.

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COOROY VIEW CLUB NEWS

ost second Tuesday lunchtimes women can enjoy hearing a guest speaker at the Cooroy Hotel, Cooroy. This month the Cooroy VIEW Club heard Cath Manuel from Soil to Supper speak passionately about healthy homegrown food. Cath challenged us to care for the soil whilst feeding our family. “If we care about what comes out of the earth we are then feeding our body everything it needs to survive”.

Next month luncheon is our birthday bash with a special celebration Pirates of the Cooroybein. We would like you to join us and hear great speakers, enjoy a two course meal, monthly socials, find friendship and much more.

The VIEW Club stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women. We are committed to supporting the Smith Family a National Independant Children’s Charity helping young Australians. Interested in joining us contact Lal on 07 5449 1902 or email cooroyview@gmail .com

Cath Manuel (left), Permaculturist and Dianne Johnstone enjoying a healthy lunch.

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L to R Jean Britten and Lyne Williams enjoying the night at Cybil’s.

JUNE 2012 MOY POCKET June 2012 190mm • 11 year average 78mm June 2011 27mm Report kindly submitted by Graham Brennan

he regional Glossy Black Conservancy began monitoring birds in south-eastern Queensland in 2010 and 2011 and another count planned for October 2012. There has been considerable interest from volunteers within the community to participate in these surveys. The highest numbers were seen in the Sunshine Coast, Scenic Rim, Gold Coast and Tweed areas.

Over time the surveys will provide some useful insights into the regional population demographics. There appears to be larger proportion of males (1.38 males for each female) and small proportion of juveniles. Only one hollow was recorded in the 2011 count. Visit www.glossyblack.org.au Article source: Conondale Range Committee Newsletter

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breed dingoes on Fraser Island. elli’s mid-winter Old-time Dance will be held on Dr. Jane Goodall is supportive of efforts to ascertain a Saturday 14 July, starting at 7.30 pm. Live music program that preserves these valuable rare dingoes, by popular local band, Sunshine Swing, featuring popular the only dingoes left that are a pure breed and also any vocalist Rex Eggmolesse, will again entertain us. What research project that has the highest animal welfare better way to spend a cold winter’s night! So come along standards possible. and join us for a a great night’s of good old fashioned fun. Dr. Jane Goodall writes of concerns for the most stringent $12 entry fee adults, $5 students includes a hearty country- commitment to the welfare taking all possible measures style supper. All ages and experience welcome. Belli Hall to protect these dingoes and refers to the urgent need for is an alcohol free venue located at 1170 Kenilworth Road, a successful breeding season to help the continuation of Belli Park. Information contact Margaret on 5447 0175 or these unique animals. visit www.bellihall.com There is much concern from Fraser Island dingo campaigners that the survival of puppies this year was very low. There has been little evidence of how many News from Nepal and Shed the Light puppies have actually survived this season? Dingoes only ur family in Nepal are all doing well and Pemba (one breed once a year so it was imperative that a sustainable of our bigger boys) is doing fine now his broken arm amount of puppies survived. is healing well. Great news for our three older girls Srejiana, Dr. Jane Goodall was sad to read the report of the cruel Manju and Renuka doing very well in their high school death recently published in the media of a dingo caught leaving results with Renuka getting a special award for inappropriately with a pole noose and was suffocated top marks. and strangled in a trapping gone horribly wrong.

The other students are back at school after the summer We hope that there is now a future for these beautiful break and the girls are doing a short computer course till animals, the main draw card for tourism on Fraser Island. they start college.

Fraser Island has the only unique, iconic dingoes in the Phillip and Manish have finished college and Phillip is world. teaching grade 1 - 4 maths and science at his old school. They are different with their own genetic markings, proven We are all so very proud of them. by geneticist, Dr. Alan Wilton, who was patron of SFID until We have purchased two sewing machines and given his sad passing last year. Even their paw pads are different training to two people so they can provide for their families to mainland dingoes, as they have adapted to walking and allow their children to attend school. We hope to have on sand. This dingo is on every, tour bus, post cards at the garments they have made into the shop by the end airports and is the Fraser Island symbol. of the year! We have cotton shopping bags they make in Which so many tourists had previously seen to the detriment the shops now for sale for only $1 each. of Australia’s image overseas?

We now have a new front door for the Maleny Napali shop Many tourists also commented that they were keen to and have re-decorated inside also, so if your passing drop see the Butchulla, the Aboriginals from Fraser Island, more in and have a look. involved in a tour experience including their knowledge of Special thanks to the Black Sheep Boutique who donated the dingoes that lived with them there for many thousands a new counter to the Napali shop and a very big thank you of years. to all the volunteers and helpers who did all the work.

This is why Dr. Jane Goodall has now become involved to add her support to a future for the dingoes of Fraser Island with a good management program with vet care and an end of the indiscriminate culling.

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couple of months back I worked with the Chief Executive Officer of the Jane Goodall Institute Australia, regarding the situation of the Fraser Island dingoes and Dr. Jane Goodall very generously wrote a letter of support for the Fraser Island dingoes as she is extremely concerned at their plight and their risk of extinction.

The letter was written with reference to the previous government’s now disbanded DERM’s controversial management, which has been under contentious scrutiny and conflict from a concerned public.

Campbell Newman, under the new LNP government has written of his commitment to ensure the long term survival of a healthy and sustainable population of these pure

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ild Dogs officer for Nambour It’s good news that out of all Queensland, the government has identified the importance of employing a designated wild dog officers for the Nambour region. In Parliament during the last sittings I thanked the Minister for recognising the role that the State Government has to play in assisting Councils and our community in managing the wild dog problem. The State Government is a significant land holder in our area ranging from National Parks to Crown Land.

Agriculture Minister John McVeigh has told me that he is currently recruiting five officers for Queensland, and he recognised the importance of one of those officers to operate from Nambour.

Sport grants for clubs and disadvantaged youth The newly-announced Get in the Game funding program is good news for young sporting enthusiasts and local sporting clubs catering to young athletes. The Government has announced: 80 grants of $100,000 for club infrastructure; 200 grants of $10,000 so infrastructure and equipment can be brought into play for underprivileged children; and 40,000 grants of up to $150 for underprivileged children so they can get involved in sport. I will provide further information once grants application details are available.

Kindergarten grants announced I would encourage all local kindergartens to look into the new grants program for kindergartens to see if they are eligible for funding. The enhancement grant will fund new equipment and resources; promotional events to increase enrolments and/or minor maintenance and repairs.

Eligible kindergartens can apply for enhancement grants of $10,000 per kindergarten room, with applications close on July 11. Eligible long day care services can apply for enhancement grants of $5,000 (per service basis), with applications closing on August 10.

Additionally, a Renovation and Refurbishment Grant for kindergartens will provide non-recurrent grant of $50,000 to $200,000 for eligible services to renovate, refurbish or upgrade their premises (closing July 27). An Essential Upgrades Grant for Not-for-profit Early Childhood Education and Care Services closes on August 8.

GYMPIE REGION HERITAGE TRAIL PROJECT HERITAGE AND HISTORY COME TO LIFE!

This Project focuses on State Heritage listed places and will involve the installation of interpretive signage to provide information about the site and its history. An innovative addition to the sign is a QR code designed to be read by Smartphones. The code will automatically link the user of the trail to the Gympie Region Heritage Trail website.

Gympie Regional Council Mayor, Cr Ron Dyne said, “This Heritage Trail project will harness technology to help make our Regional history come to life for visitors and residents using the Trail and will also showcase our heritage places to the world through the Internet.”

Gympie Regional Councillor Cr Julie Walker said, “The funding received from the State Government means that Council is able to successfully undertake this project and also keep money in our Region by using local expertise to help bring the project to life.”

The 24 places forming part of the first stage of the project cover all areas of the Gympie Region and include iconic buildings such as Andrew Fishers Cottage, Gympie Regional Council Chambers Elgin Vale Sawmill, Goomeri Hall of Memory, Goomeri War Memorial Clock and Gympie and Widgee War Memorial Gates.

The Gympie Courthouse and Lands Office, Gympie School of Arts, Dickabram Bridge, Memorial Park, Mount Clara Smelter, the Old Post Office (Duke Street), the Scottish Mine Site are also included. Other iconic and recognisable buildings and sites listed in the first stage of the project include the Old Bank Building (corner of Nash and Channon St), Traveston Powder Magazine, Wodonga House, Double Island Point Lighthouse, Tozer Railway Station, Imbil Railway Bridge, Mary Valley Cream Sheds, Gympie Town Hall Reserve and Bullock Point Jetty.

Images and stories from members of our community about the places are essential to help build the website and provide a comprehensive picture of the cultural heritage of our Region.

People who are able to contribute to the development of the website are encouraged to bring along any photos or stories of the heritage places to the Gympie Regional Library in Mellor Street, Gympie so they can be shared on the website. The website will also have a special section for members of the community to share their own stories and memories about the sites.

For more information about this project and how you can be part of helping to create history, contact Ric Halse of Council’s Planning and Development Directorate on 5481 0644 or email your stories and photos to ric.halse@gympie.qld.gov.au

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he heritage and history of buildings and other significant sites in the Gympie Region will come to life thanks to funding received by Gympie Regional Council through the Queensland Government’s Building Rural Community Fund. This funding will help to develop an Interactive Heritage Trail Project in the Gympie Region.

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OUR COMMUNITY KING OF THE MOUNTAIN’S 33rd EVENT!

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very July, thousands descend on the Sunshine Coast hinterland town of Pomona for the annual King of the Mountain Festival.

Home to Australia’s most grueling and historic mountain race, the Bendigo Bank International Mountain Challenge – a 4.5km race up Mount Cooroora and back – it attracts competitors from all over the world.

This year, at the 33rd event held on July 22, 2012, current record holder and winner of the Bendigo Bank International Mountain Challenge six times in a row, Niel Labinsky is going for the most consecutive wins in King of the Mountain history.

Also this year, there is a new event for high school competitors – the Zinc 96.1FM Mountain Dash – a 2.4km run from the main race starting point to the base of Cooroora Mountain and back.

The Pomona King of the Mountain Festival is also home to Queensland’s largest school relay event, the Nestle Primary School Relays and the CQU Family Fun Run as well as the famous Cooroy Rag World Thong Throwing Competition, which once won a Guinness World Record.

The Pomona King of the Mountain Festival is a free fun day out for the whole family with market stalls, food, entertainment, live music, rides and much, much more.

The festival kicks off at 7am and ends at 5pm. For a full weekend programme visit http://kingofthemountain.com. au/

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he festival opens on Friday 27 July with a launch party and keynote address by local Sunny Coast bred, Benjamin Law. Benjamin’s writing career took of when his very funny memoir, “The Family Law” attracted the attention of editors around the country. Now he has a byline in the SMH and local coast magazine, Salt.

“The Launch is a terrific social event”, said Mel. It’s a relaxed affair and a great opportunity to mix with other like minds. Local State member of parliament Peter Wellington will open the festival and announce the winner of our inaugural youth writing award, and then Ben will have everyone in stitches for the rest of the evening.

Then, during the weekend we’ll have visiting authors speaking in a lineup of panel discussions and conversations; John Birmingham will appear on Saturday in a number of sessions, as will Alice Pung, author of “Unpolished Gem” and now her second book, “Her Father’s Daughter” which talks about her father’s experience at the hands of the Khemer Rouge. We’ll welcome local national treasure, Ian Lowe to a panel on Saturday. He’ll be appearing in a panel on population – always a hot button topic on the Sunshine Coast, with economics historian, Jane GleesonWhite and climate activist Anna Rose.

First up on Saturday is a special free event in partnership with ABC Local FM. Mary-Lou Stephens will present a live version of her “Cooking the Books” show, talking to local simpleliving guru, Rhonda Hetzel about the book of her blog, “Down to Earth” and father and son writing team Brian and Evan Mitchell about their Psychology of Wine. If you’ve never been to a literary festival before, this is a great way to try out the experience.

Workshops places are filling fast and booking is essential for catered events. For program details for the the website.

Reality Bites festival is held in Cooroy, the heart of the Noosa hinterland. Runs 26-29 July 2012. Download program and book online www.realityliteraryfestival.org or in person at Cooroy Travel, 7 Wattle St, Cooroy 4563.

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midst the chill of winter Sunshine Coast Council is set to turn up the heat to reduce the risk of local bushfires.

Local Disaster Group Chair Cr Tim Dwyer said controlled prescribed burns would occur in Ben Bennett Bushland Park in Caloundra and Boyle Road Bushland Conservation Reserve at Belli Park over the coming months.

“This is part of an annual program of controlled prescribed burns that council undertakes prior to the start of the peak bushfire season from September to November,” he said.

“Council will conduct approximately 12 controlled burns at specific sites across the Sunshine Coast over the next two months.

“The aim of these burns is to reduce the volume of forest fuels and to create a mosaic pattern of burnt and unburnt areas within these parks and bushlands.

“Doing this will help reduce the intensity of any subsequent wildfires if they were to occur and reduce the risk to Sunshine Coast residents and properties.”

Controlled prescribed burns will be conducted by council officers in Ben Bennett Bushland Park and Boyle Road Bushland Conservation Reserve on the first suitable weekday between Monday 25 June and Friday 3 August, 2012.

The burn in Ben Bennett Bushland Park will encompass approximately 1.5 hectares and commence at approximately 4pm on the (appropriate selected day) and is expected to be completed by 8pm. The burn in Boyle Road Bushland Conservation Reserve will encompass approximately 20 hectares and is planned to commence at approximately 2pm (on the appropriate selected day) and be completed by 8pm. Access to these areas will be restricted while burns are in progress.

Residents living in the immediate vicinity of the prescribed burns have been notified of the activities and provided with contact details for council’s Bushfire Management Officer.

Teens invited to read and win at their local library

unshine Coast Council invites teens to be in the running for some fantastic prizes in the Teen Read Month promotion at Sunshine Coast Libraries across the Coast in July.

The Teen Read Month campaign is open to teens aged 12 to 18 years old and it takes a few easy steps to participate.

Teens must become a member of Sunshine Coast Libraries and register online or in person at their local library. When teens read five items - which can be a book, magazine, ebook, graphic novel or manga - and complete a reading log they can then choose from four great prize packs.

Prizes include $50 vouchers to be redeemed in local stores to purchase books, sports gear, electronics or crafts. If you are a bookworm you will be rewarded for your passion the more you read, the more logs you fill out and the more changes you have to win.

This year, in partnership with Voices on the Coast Youth Literature Festival, there is also a prize for schools. Entrants simply nominate their school to be in the running to win a big box of books donated by Voices on the Coast for their school library.

Competition closes Tuesday 31 July at 8pm with winners being announced on Friday 3 August 2012.

For further information visit Sunshine Coast Libraries website http://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/sitePage. cfm?code=teen-read or visit your local library.

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This Kandanga duplex is a solid investment featuring two good sized units. Both units have two bedrooms with upstairs and downstairs living. There is ample room which provides comfortable living. The units each a have well appointed bathroom, large living areas and single carport’s. The rental income for the two units is approximately $1280.00 per month - both are currently occupied. This property would suit those looking to enter the investment market or extend their portfolio. Please call our office to organise an inspection. Price $275,000.00

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Located in a beautiful part of the Kenilworth district is this 80 acre property with three bedroom cottage. The property has Obi Obi Creek on the boundary and a large central dam plus smaller dams. The land is undulating to flat country. All good fencing with separate internal paddocks and a lane-way leading to the yards. There is a shed and 3-bay carport close to the home. The home has been renovated and comprises of three bedrooms, open plan living area, modern kitchen and bathroom, wood heater and covered verandahs on three sides. The home also runs on solar power (no mains). There is an irrigation licence from the Obi Obi Creek which allows for 2ha. The property is very private and tucked away. Currently returning $275.00 per week rent. Price $670,000.00

• 87 acres with 40 acres under irrigation • Automatic sprinkler system (solid set) • 100m Mary River frontage • 20 hectare Water Licence for irrigation • Three bedroom home with modern kitchen and bathroom • Electric fencing and boundary fences • Fruit trees: Avocado, mango and custard apple and a large variety of citrus • Beautiful and private location with excellent views... and just a short drive into the Kenilworth Township. Price $1,500,000.00

KENILWORTH REALTY RENTALS FROM $200 p/wk. Contact 5446 0164 – Imbil, Coolabine and Cambroon COOLABINE $200 PW. One bedroom cottage in quiet rural location. Air conditioning in main living area, rear deck, ideal for single or couple.

IMBIL $230 PW. Two bedroom timber cottage, lounge kitchen and dining combined, polished timber floors throughout, fenced house yard. Separately fenced five acre paddock with dam.

CAMBROON $270 PW. Highset timber home on 1.5 acres. Two bedrooms plus sleepout upstairs. Three bedroom and large tiled family room downstairs.

Single carport. No immediate neighbours. Quiet rural location.

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