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THE Christmas season is upon us again. The stores are packed with shoppers trying to find the perfect gift. Christmas trees are decorated with every imaginable color, and Christmas music is heard everywhere you go. It’s an exciting, yet somewhat stressful time for many families. For those with loved ones or friends that they are able to share the holidays with, it is a happy time. Sadly, there are many others that look at the holidays as a time that emphasizes their loneliness. We usually don’t have to look far to find someone that doesn’t have family or close friends to share the holidays with. Why not reach out to someone this Christmas season? The smallest unexpected act of kindness is the greatest gift you can give. It creates a bonding, and in that moment there is a greater sense of worth about yourself and people in general. There are so many great ways to reach out…perhaps invite someone outside the family to Christmas dinner, donate to the Salvation Army, adopt a foster child through World Vision, help your Church with an Outreach dinner for the community or purchase gifts for struggling families. Even though times may be tighter for some of us right now, we still have so much to give. If you can’t afford to give financially, why not offer your time?

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community news The next edition of Sunshine Coast Seniors newspaper is published on February 24, 2014. Deadline for editorial copy is February 12, 2014

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The gift of kindness

Trees lighting up the Coast

Continued from Page 1 Read to the elderly or visually impaired, bake an extra dozen cookies to share with a lonely neighbor. Just take a look around your neighborhood and see where you may be able to meet a need. Can you look in your heart and forgive someone who you think may have wronged you in the past. There is no end to ways that you can be a blessing to others during this time of year. For too long many of us have made Christmas a time of meeting our own needs. Though there is nothing wrong with sharing and giving to those we love, the opportunity to give to others outside our inner circle provides us with a blessing greater than anything we will feel or receive from any gift under the tree. Simple act of kindness . . . Ted was on holidays recently and learnt to play Euchre, and as it is a game for 2 people he asked his mother if she would like to learn. She did, and now they play the game most days after afternoon tea. Mum really looks forward to it and really appreciates the game. We would love to hear about your random act of kindness This way other readers will gain ideas on how little the act can be and what a difference it can make to someone you know. Email: editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au (please mark the subject as ‘Random Act of Kindness’ or post to Random Acts of Kindness, Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin, 4565.

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A Christmas Cake Recipe 1. Sample the brandy to check quality. 2. Take a large bowl, check the brandy again. To be sure it is the highest quality, pour one level cup and drink. 3. Repeat. 4. Turn on the electric mixer. Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl. 5. Add one teaspoon of sugar. Beat again. 6. Make sure the brandy is still OK. Try another cup. 7. Turn off the mixerer. 8. Break 2 leggs and add to the bowl and chuck in the cup of dried fruit. 9. Mix on the turner. 10. If the fried druit gets stuck in the beaterers pry it loose with a drewscriver. 11. Sample the brandy to check for tonsisticity. 12. Next, sift two cups of salt. Or something. Whatever. 13. Check the brandy. Now sift the lemon juice and strain your nuts. 14. Add one table. 15. Add a spoon of sugar, or something. Whatever you can find. 16. Greash the oven. 17. Turn the cake tin 350 defrees. 18. Don’t forget to beat off the turner. 19. Throw the bowl out of the window. 20. Check the brandy again and go to bed.

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The Cooroy Christmas Tree Below is a list of the beautiful trees around the Sunshine Coast bundle up the grandchildren and enjoy! Alexandra Headland: Alexandra Parade, south-side of Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club. Buderim: Jacaranda tree front of Old Post Office. Caloundra: Roundabout, Bulcock and Minchinton Streets. Caloundra: Road Reserve intersection of Bowman Road and Bulcock Street, sponsored by Caloundra Waterfront Holid. Conondale: Boyle Park next to the swimming pool. Coolum Beach: David Low Way (west side) near Park Street. Cooran: Pioneer Park, King and Prince streets. Cooroy: Roundabout, Maple and Emerald Streets. Cotton Tree: Cotton Tree Park, Cotton Tree Esplanade. Eudlo: Town Park, Corlis Avenue (near skate park). Glasshouse: Rotary Park, Reed Street and Bruce Parade. Kenilworth: Town Park, Elizabeth and Charles Streets. Kin Kin: Roundabout, 50 Main Street. Maleny: Roundabout, Maple and Coral Streets. Mapleton: Memorial Park, Cnr Flaxton Drive and Obi Obi Road. Marcoola: Felix Parry Park, Marcoola Esplanade. Montville: Village Green, Main Street (south of Memorial Close). Mooloolaba: Norfolk Pine - between Beach Terrace and Mooloolaba Esplanade (south end). Mudjimba: Power Park, Mudjimba Esplanade. Nambour: Nambour Town Square, Lowe and Queen Streets. Noosa: Hastings Street (roundabout intersection). Noosaville: Tewantin-Noosaville Lions Park, Gympie Terrace. Palmwoods: Kolora Park, Woombye-Palmwoods Road. Peregian Beach: Heron and Kingfisher Streets. Pomona: Joe Bazzo Park, Reserve Street. Tewantin: Poinciana Avenue (median strip). Woombye: Blackall Street, (north-side, near Wakefield Street). Wurtulla: Crummunda Park, Bareki Street. Yandina:War Memorial Park, Stevens and Railway Streets.

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The Caloundra Coast Guard’s Memorial Wall on Caloundra Headland is providing a great way for people to keep their loved ones lives in their thoughts. The Wall was set up on a beautiful spot. Anyone can purchase a plaque from The Caloundra Coast Guard, and have it placed and kept by them forever. The Memorial Wall provides a living memory of friends and loved ones Enquiries may be made on

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community news Kawana Senior Citizens Inc. THE Kawana Seniors Club had a wonderful time at their Christmas celebrations this year with their Breakup and Christmas Luncheon. The photo shows one of the many hampers that was raffled, with President Mavis middle back, Marj left who put the hampers together and the girls Rosie, Barbara and Dawn who sold the raffle tickets. President Mavis, the Management Committee and all the Members of the Kawana Seniors Club, wish everybody the Compliments of the Season and the Seniors Club starts up again in the New Year, on Thursday Morning, January 16. Cost of being in this friendly seniors club is just $4.00 per morning and yearly subs of $5. Each morning you will receive a Lucky Door Ticket that could win you spins on their wheel or one of 2 fruit trays. There is also a meat tray raffle. The Seniors, start at 9.30 am Thursday Mornings, with musical entertainment

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near the Kawana Library. Please phone their President, Mavis Farmer at 5493 3545, for any enquires, about this very active Seniors Club of Kawana Waters. If you are lonely, come along and meet other local seniors and join in the fun. Members come

from all over the Sunshine Coast – Sippy Downs, Mountain Creek, Glenfields, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Minyama, Buddina, Warana, Bokarina, Wurtulla & Currimundi. Any seniors of the Sunshine Coast are very welcome.

report titled Australia’s Mature Workforce two weeks ago. “The results of this year’s survey were unanimous; the majority of mature workers who are employed don’t feel valued by their employers, while those seeking employment are not confident about their job prospects in the next

12 months,” Heidi Holmes, Adage managing director, said. Only 9% of respondents feel employers are successfully trying to encourage older workers to apply for roles within their organisation. “Even if mature workers are ready, able and qualified to do the job, often the opportunity

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isn’t there due to preconceived negative bias about older workers,” Ms Holmes said. The survey of more than 1,093 of Australian men and women revealed a clear lack of dialogue between employers and mature employees, and a dearth of programs that respond to the needs of older workers. More than 70% of the respondents have not discussed retirement plans with their employers, suggesting employers are ill prepared for the effects of an ageing workforce. A majority of respondents had a single driving motivation to find work: financial return. This is a worrying sign given the promise of superannuation as providing the financial security people want as they head into retirement. Less than a third of respondents received a government assistance payment even though 46% were unemployed. The report called for more education and engagement on superannuation earlier in the careers of employees. With 27% having looked for a job for more than 24 months and 75% unsure or with no confidence at all in finding a job this coming year, all that many mature workers want this Christmas is a stable job. Courtesy:agedcareguide.com.au

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community news Caring for your dog in hot weather IN hot and humid weather our pets need a little cooling off and somewhere where they can escape the sun. Dogs are most at risk from overheating, especially puppies, older dogs and overweight dogs. Unlike humans,

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throat and windpipe, losing heat by evaporation. If your dog’s body temperature becomes too high, these mechanisms of heat loss can be overwhelmed, and your dog is at risk of heat exhaustion. A dog’s temperature can

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reach these catastrophic heights if they are left in a locked car or overexercised on a hot day. Overheated dogs can appear slow, unresponsive, disorientated, you will find them panting excessively and they will have very red gums, which can progress to coma and seizures. So don’t leave dogs in locked cars even if the windows are open. The temperature inside a car on a hot day can quickly increase in a matter of minutes. If you need to leave the dogs in the car for a short period of time, make sure someone stays with the dog, with the engine and air conditioning turned on. Also, avoid

walking your dog during the hottest part of the day – take an early morning walk before the temperature rises or leave it until late evening when it becomes much cooler. If you know that it will be hot on your walk, take some water with you to prevent your dog from getting dehydrated. When you get home, leave your dog in a

shady place and a gentle hosing down or a cold wet towel can help keep them cool. Make sure there is constant access to cold water. If you think that your dog is suffering from heat exhaustion, telephone for veterinary advice immediately and do your best to bring down their temperature en route to the vet, using cold wet towels.

National Seniors Australia (NSA) NATIONAL Seniors Australia (NSA) advises that their next meeting is on 14thJanuary 2014. There is NO December Meeting. NSA is the largest organisation representing Australians aged 50 and over. The Caloundra City branch meets at the rear function room Currimundi Hotel, Buderim Street, Currimundi on the second Tuesday of each month at 9.30am where ample parking is available. Friendship, speakers, local outings and other activities are offered. Phone Fran on 5444 8347.

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community news Helping hard-hit farmers the best medicine for Aussie helper Brian Jim Bowden

Lift that bale, tote that truck .. Brian Egan sends off another load of hay to drought-stricken farmers

ANY grey nomads heading to the bush for a festive holiday or a family visit might like to give a thought to farmers and graziers who are doing it tough as the state records its worst drought in a very long time. They’re not looking for charitable dollars – just maybe a helping hand somewhere or a friendly sympathetic ear as you move through country townships. Brian Egan, a farmer who lost his grain and cattle property at Dalby on the Darling Downs in 1999 after three years of drought, turned his grief into giving when he formed Aussie Helpers with his wife Nerida 11 years ago. Aussie Helpers assists families in need all over Australia – on farms and in towns. “The most valuable thing we give is someone to sit across the kitchen table or

in a café and listen to them over a cuppa,” Brian reflected. “Time and time again we see a deep, genuine thankfulness that someone really cares.” Now based at Charleville, the 70-year-old former Queensland Senior Australian of the Year talked to Seniors Newspaper about Aussie Helpers and responded enthusiastically when we told him the newspaper and its family of publications were going to support and promote the charity. “Good on you blokes,” Brian said. Aussie Helpers operates with about 40 volunteers, among them military veterans, ‘grey nomads’, former farmers, and truckies, who have travelled more than one and a half million kilometres to assist farming families all over Australia. Brian and Nerida have the support of their four chil-

dren, too. “They’re grown up now and scattered all over the place.” Brian says it’s a dust bowl out west right now. “I reckon 60% of Queensland is in drought,” he said. “This is the big one that snuck up on us. But it’s not only feed that’s running out – it’s water. “And it worries me that both state and federal governments seem to be fiddling while Queensland burns.” The situation spurred Brian and his volunteers to start up their Buy-ABale Campaign, a joint venture with Aussie Helpers, which already has raised nearly $575,000 to provide mostly feed and diesel to affected farmers. He praised the support of radio personality Alan Jones at Sydney’s 2GB who had promoted the campaign far and wide. Brain says he may be 70, but he enjoys working up to 16 hours a day for the cause. And the figures for Aussie Helpers speak for themselves – more than 3000 families assisted and the delivery of 3000 tonnes of groceries, 4000 tonnes of stock feed and 20 tonnes of personal hygiene and paper packs – all donated. ‘I wouldn’t be alive if I wasn’t helping people,’’ Brian Egan said. ‘’It’s my medicine. All negativity is driven out of my head. Nothing in life makes you feel better than caring for someone else.’’ See how you can help .. visit: www.aussie helpers.org.au or www.buyabale.com.au

Look out, nesting turtles are about

ENDANGERED Loggerhead Turtles are about to emerge on local beaches to build nests and lay their eggs. We can all play a role to ensure their hatchlings have the best possible chance of survival. Sunshine Coast Council Environment Portfolio Councillor Tony Wellington said the annual turtle nesting season generally took place during November and December, with hatchlings emerging around early January. The coastal strip between Point Cartwright and Shelly Beach is a favourite site but turtles may also appear on other stretches of the Coast. “The 2009 nesting season saw a record 70 nests on local beaches. Given that Loggerhead turtles normally nest every three to four years, we may be seeing that same group of turtles returning to the Sunshine Coast this season,” he said. “There is the potential for higher than normal numbers of endangered turtles on our beaches, so it is extremely important that we all do the right thing to help their survival.” Cr Wellington said nesting turtles could often be seen emerging from their nests www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

in the dunes or from the water at night. “For beachgoers who observe turtles, it is important to switch off any torches, ensure any dogs are secured on leashes and kept well away, and call the local TurtleCare number 0437 559 067 as quickly as possible,” he said. “The reason why it’s important for people to call TurtleCare is that it allows volunteers to find the turtle nest and cover it with exclusion mesh to protect it from foxes. “If you are witnessing a nesting female turtle it is also important to remain very still. Turtles are sensitive to movement and are likely to return to the water if they detect too much disturbance around them. “Australia’s eastern population of Loggerheads comprises only around 500 nesting females. The Sunshine Coast population is therefore vital to the long term survival of this species.” Beachgoers are also urged to dispose of all rubbish carefully during turtle season. For more information and tips on caring for turtles visit the local TurtleCare website: www.turtlecare.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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MOVIES, prehistoric dinosaurs, magicians and more - Sunshine Coast Venues have it covered for families these school holidays. Sunshine Coast Council presents a fun-filled and affordable holiday activity program to entertain the whole family at Lake Kawana Community Centre and Nambour Civic Centre. Classic movies are back with Nambour Civic Centre screening the all-time favourite The Wizard of Oz. Enjoy the magic of Dorothy and her dog Toto when they find themselves over the rainbow in Munchkin Land and the Emerald City and their adventures trying to get home. This is a movie for the whole family with screenings from 6 to 8 January at 10am. Tickets are $9 and every child will receive a free small bag of yummy popcorn. Nickleby the Magician will return to Lake Kawana Community Centre to kick off the year with his spectacular magic show on Tuesday 14 January at 1pm. Nickelby and special guests will bring fun and laughs when they perform their illusions and magic tricks. Admission is $15 per person or for groups of eight or more $12 per person. Join in the latest craze to hit the Coast – Park our which is the art of using effective and efficient jumps, vaults, climbing and swinging to conquer obstacles. This energetic activity is becoming very popular and Lake Kawana Community Centre has already booked out a workshop on 15 January but names can be placed on a waiting list for proposed extended sessions. This activity is for those aged between 12 and18 years. Bring your dinosaur-loving youngsters to visit Lakurassic Park (located in the courtyard at Lake Kawana Community Centre) on Thursday 23 January for a fun-filled musical ride through the amazing world of prehistoric reptiles that gets the whole family singing, dancing, laughing and learning with special guest, Jurassic Joe. There will be two shows at 10am and 1pm and the cost is just $8 per person. Early bookings are encouraged to avoid disappointment by visiting council’s performance venues website www. scvenuesandevents.com.au or by contacting Nambour Civic Centre on 5475 7777 or Lake Kawana Community Centre on 5413 1400. If parents would like to be kept informed of upcoming programs and events make sure you subscribe to the performance venues’ e-Newsletter today.

Trivia with Allan Blackburn 1. What poison was used to kill Socrates? 2. What game is divided into periods called chukkas? 3. On what device would a fulcrum be found? 4. The National Socialist German Workers’ Party is usually referred to by what name? 5. In what city is the major airport called Leonardo da Vinci? 6. Which part of the eye controls the amount of light entering? 7. What is the main animal ingredient of meringue? 8. On what river is Memphis situated? 9. With which branch of science is Austrian monk Gregor Mendel associated? 10. Women’s trousers cut to resemble a skirt are called what? 11. What species of tree are most common in the Tundras? 12. Who was the former British Prime Minister who died in April 2013? 13. In which state or territory of Australia is the Sapphire Coast? 14. What is the currency of Morocco? 15. A bicycle with one very large wheel and one very small wheel is known as what? 16. What does the “PE” stand for in the acronym OPEC? 17. What Greenpeace ship was sunk in Auckland Harbour in 1985? 18. Atenza, Alto and Amarok are types of what? 19. In Roman times what was the title of an officer in charge of 100 soldiers? 20. Before the metric system was adopted, by what name did we call 1760 yards? Answers on Page 10

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community news Caloundra Family History Research GUEST speaker at the last general meeting of the Caloundra Family History Research group for 2013 was Ms Stephanie Ryan. As Senior Librarian from the State Library of Queensland, and specialising in Family History, Stephanie gave a spirited and informative talk on the SLQ resources. Her talk will inspire members to search in a variety of different ways to find their ancestors and their way of life both before emigrating, and since their arrival in Queensland. It also incorporated hints on the use of the facilities at SLQ, both on-line, and at South Brisbane. This will be particularly useful to researchers over the Christmas break, when Caloundra Family History is closed during

sadness hung in the air, as our group of 112 members still has not been able to secure premises for the 2014 opening. Many avenues have been investigated and are ongoing, and members are reminded that the President’s Newsletter email will include meeting venue and dates, as soon as they are available. Further information on the group’s calendar of events, resources, “Caloundra Clipper” journal, and activities, is available on our website at www.caloundra familyhistory.org.au. Mrs Betty Hadland with her 20 year Loyalty For personal contact Award from President June Blackburn about meetings and who obviously possess seminars, phone June on December. talents other than record 5493 2679, Chris on 5492 After the presentation, 1112 (after hours) or Roz afternoon tea began, and cemetery searches on 5493 1197. You can made magnificent by the to find long departed send an email to family. beautiful home-made caloundra cakes and sweets While enjoying the Christmas fare, a pall of familyres@y7mail.com provided by members

Brough encourages ballot applications for 100th anniversary commemorations at Gallipoli

SUNSHINE Coast residents who would like to attend Anzac Day commemorations at Gallipoli in 2015 have until January 31 to apply for the ballot, Member for Fisher Mal Brough said. Mr Brough said applicants would be notified of the outcome in March 2014 to allow enough time for those successful to make their travel arrangements and pay for the trip. “The 100th anniversary of the landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli will be very significant commemorative occasion for the people of both nations,” the former Army Captain said. “To ensure that as many people can attend as safely, securely and comfortably as possible, a fair, open and transparent ballot has been organised to allocate places for the official Anzac Day 2015 ceremony. There’s no rush. People will not be disadvantaged if they don’t get their application in on day one.” Places will be available for 8000 Australians, 2000 New Zealanders and 500 official representatives of all countries involved in the Gallipoli campaign including

Turkey. Of the 8000 Australian places, 2000 will be available for special representatives such as direct descendants, the veteran community and secondary school students and their chaperones. The remaining 6000 places (3000 double passes) will be accessible to all Australians to apply. Widows of Australian First World War veterans do not need to apply for the ballot and will be contacted separately by the Australian Government regarding their interest in attending. All ballot applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria including Australian citizenship or permanent residency and be a minimum 18 years of age on, or before, 25 April 2015. “I encourage anyone who would like to be at Gallipoli in 2015, to find out more about the commemorations and the ballot on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Gallipoli 2015 website,” Mr Brough said. For more information on Anzac Day commemorations at Gallipoli, eligibility for the ballot and to apply, visit www.gallipoli2015.dva.gov.au.

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twice a week, with a further 30% being used once every two weeks, or even less. By contrast, a survey of electric bicycle owners reveals that a third ride their bike at least once a day and 81% use the bike at least once a week. In today’s world, you won’t get very far without considering decisions that are better for our environment. Electric bikes are about as green as it gets. With rechargeable battery packs, on top of the already green, human-powered design of a bike, the e-bike will get you to all the places a car will but with much less of a carbon footprint. So next time you go to the shops, instead of using the car, jump on your electric bike… as every trip you do on an electric bike helps reduce pollution and your use of non-renewable resources. Whilst a good quality electric bike or its components might not seem that cheap at first glance, think of the expenses it can replace. Even the smallest of cars today cost a lot of money to register, insure, fuel & maintain, not to mention parking costs and tolls – all of which can be eliminated with an electric bike, leaving you with more money in your back pocket. A quality electric bike is reliable and easy to maintain and is a smart financial choice. As you can see an electric bike is a great alternative to traditional bikes, driving the car or catching public transport. You’ll not only be getting fit, you’ll enjoy the scenery and be doing your bit for the environment. Purchasing an electric bicycle is a terrific investment in your health, wealth, fitness and wellbeing…so come and see us today at Electric Bike Centre, Shop 1, 24 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba,, phone 1300 883 413.

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community news Workplaces changing as seniors work longer

OLDER workers in poor health could better fund their own treatments if they stayed in the workforce longer, a new report from National Seniors Australia has found. The Australian Bureau of Statistics predicts the number of people aged over 65 will double to 6.8 million people by 2040 leaving Australia with a shortage of younger workers to support the increasing demand for government spending on age pensions, aged care and health services for an ageing population. As a result the government is

looking at ways to promote self-sufficiency in retirement by encouraging people to continue working up to and beyond 65 years, even those who have chronic health conditions. National Seniors chief executive Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said aside from addressing age discrimination in e m p l o y m e n t , governments were exploring other ways to keep people working for longer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As Australia faces the ageing population, the reality is that people will need to work longer and

workplaces will also have to adapt to employees who have chronic health conditions,â&#x20AC;? Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making the workplace more accessible to older people with chronic health conditions such as arthritis, back problems and diabetes is one way to encourage them to remain working for longer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Remaining in the workforce past the age of 65 has the potential to offset the high costs of poor health, which include treatment costs, changes to living arrangements and buying aids or equipment.â&#x20AC;? The report found a range

Seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greetings to you all Christmas is nearly upon us and the team at Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper would like to thank all our readers and advertisers for their support over the past year. Our seasonal wish for you all is that you manage to find and capture a little of the magical true spirit of Christmas this year. May you be able to share good food, spend time with loved ones, find time for laughter and also remember those less fortunate. May the New Year bring you good health and fill your heart with hope for the future. Just a reminder - send in your community notices for our first edition of 2014 before 15th January.

of interventions such as flexible working arrangements and workplace modifications can aid in promoting longer working lives and help people to remain selfsufficient in retirement. The findings were released in the National Seniors Australia Productive Ageing Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A widening gap: The financial benefits of delaying retirementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The study found workers in their early 60s who had a chronic health condition had better retirement savings and a higher level of wealth than those who had quit work. There were also positive health benefits from remaining in the workforce, even for those with chronic health conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The results show that continuing to work may contribute to the improvement of a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health, particularly for those who have a chronic health condition,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;However support for people who are unable to work to the retirement age of 65 because of poor health must continue to be available,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill said there was likely to be a widening financial gap between Australians who continue to work up to the

traditional retirement age of 65 and those who retire earlier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that older people - and the taxpaying public - would

be better off if there were more incentives and fewer barriers to remaining in the workforce,â&#x20AC;? he said. Media release: National Seniors

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community news Rotary assisting Philippines in crisis the Rotary Club of Buderim, CleanWater Australia and New Zealand, and Global Aid and World Outreach International (including water aid through LifeStraw products) allows donations to be fully tax deductable. “What an unimaginable catastrophe, the damage and loss of life is almost impossible for us to comprehend; this is the type of situation that inspired the Rotary Club of Buderim to take on the Lifestraw project” Rick Beasley, president of the Rotary Club of Buderim

IN response to the humanitarian crisis in the Philippines, the Rotary Club of Buderim delivered the equivalent of $90,000 worth of LifeStraw to the devastated community of Tacloban and surrounding areain the Philippines. Lifestraw is a portable filtering appliance which will filter out impurities from contaminated water. It will filter out bacteria, viruses and protozoa making contaminated water safe to drink. It does not require

reticulatedwater and does not require any power source. GrahameOrpin, a member of the Rotary Club of Buderim travelled to the Philippines with World Outreach International Aid and took with him our precious cargo, ensuring that your donation was placed in the hands of those in need in and around the devastated area. “Personal LifeStraws were given to 700 families and 120 LifeStraw Communities are now on their way to

the Philippines.The distribution of those filters will provide over 100,000 litres of filtered water from each device. This will assist with the prevention of dysentery problems due to the polluted water seen in most towns and villages” Grahame said As is usual with donations to Rotary, 100% of the money donated was delivered in aid, without any deductions.” The logistics of getting the LifeStraws to the affected areas was a

challenge in itself” Grahame said.However, Rotary Clubs in Philippines were already waiting for Grahame’s arrival to assist him on the ground. Buderim Rotary is still accepting donations to assist communities in need of clean water. These devices make a huge difference not only to the affected community but to the local authorities, freeing valuable manpower caught up in the logistics of transporting the liquid gold to people in need. The partnership between

said. Donations can be made online by accessing www.buderimrotary.org. Please donateas safe, potable drinking water is essential to the wellbeing of us all and the lack of access to safe drinking water contributes to the staggering burden of water borne diseasesand deaths worldwide. The big challenge now is to raise additional funds to replenish our supplies to be ready for the next natural disaster.

Buderim East Probus Club THE Buderim East Probus Club meets at 10.00a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Headland Bowls Club, Syd Lingard Drive Buderim. The club has some interesting speakers organised for the upcoming year as well as outings and social functions. The speaker for January will be Mr. Joe Natoli, former Maroochydore mayor, whose topic will be “Things that come to mind”. In February a day trip, by coach, is being planned to Amberley Air Force Base followed by a guided tour of Ipswich. The club has vacancies for new members and enquiries are most welcome from both men and ladies. For further information please contact: Joe Seeleither (President) on 5443 3395 or Des Smallwood on 5493 6158.

Trivia Answers from Page 6 1. Hemlock 2. Polo 3. Lever 4. Nazi Party 5. Rome 6. Iris 7. Egg white 8. Mississippi 9. Genetics 10. Culottes 11. None 12. Margaret Thatcher 13. New South Wales 14. Dirham 15. Penny farthing 16. Petroleum Exporting 17. Rainbow Warrior 18. Cars 19. Centurion 20. Mile Disclaimer for Trivia quiz Answers are correct to the best knowledge of our quizmaster Allan Blackburn. Sometimes people may have different views and some answers considered correct by Allan may be considered incorrect by others. While all care and attention is taken with these answers, mistakes can happen. If you find one, please live with it! No correspondence will be entered into regarding Trivia Quiz answers.

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community news Probus Club of Caloundra Central Inc.

Bowler Ron Blackboun (right) hands triples shield to club President Noel Dennett for safe keeping

ON Monday 28th October 28 teams of Probus bowlers from Noosa to Caboolture gathered at Caloundra for the annual triples bowls competition. The tournament was played at the Pelican Waters Bowls club and hosted by the Probus Club of Caloundra Central Inc. A warm and sunny day greeted the participants. The day was sponsored by the Maroochy RSL and its President Michael Liddelow was on hand for the presentation of prizes and shield. The Probus Association of Queensland Inc was represented by Neil Wagstaff. For the second year running the shield was won by Caloundra Central (no.2) with the runners up Buderim (no.5).

Christmas snippets

USE these on Christmas Day and show everyone how much you know about the traditions of Xmas celebrations. All the gifts in the Twelve Days of Christmas would equal 364 gifts. In Poland, spiders or spider webs are common Christmas trees decorations because according to legend, a spider wove a blanket for Baby Jesus. In fact, Polish people consider spiders to be symbols of goodness and prosperity at Christmas. Santa Claus is based on a real person, St. Nikolas of Myra who

lived during the fourth century. Born in modern-day Turkey, he is the world’s most popular non-Biblical saint, and artists have portrayed him more often than any other saint except Mary. US scientists calculated that Santa would have to visit 822 homes a second to deliver all the world’s presents on Christmas Eve, travelling at 650 miles a second Before turkey, the traditional Christmas meal in England was a pig’s head and mustard.

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AUSTRALIANS are paying many times more for prescription drugs than residents of other countries such as the United Kingdom, a new study has found. In the Poor Pricing Progress report for independent think-tank The Grattan Institute, health economist Dr Stephen Duckett said that unnecessarily inflated prices have cost patients and taxpayers because price cuts when a drug is off patent are far smaller than those overseas. Duckett said that although the wholesale price of a few widely used medicines fell by about one third from the start of December, Australian drug wholesale prices were also on average 14 times higher than prices for the same

medicines in the United Kingdom. The Grattan Institute said that under price disclosure requirements, pharmacies are forced to reveal discounts on drug prices that manufacturers provide them, and the government accordingly reduces the amount paid to pharmacies for each drug. In an earlier report Australia’s Bad Drug Deal, the institute said that if the government benchmarked the prices of generic drugs against prices paid overseas, it could save more than $1 billion a year in payments to manufacturers. The Grattan Institute has called for an independent, impartial and expert pharmaceuticals pricing board, with strong membership from the medical profession and a defined budget.

Will you reach out at Christmas time? YOU might want to bear in mind that the coming days of sharing and festivities don’t necessarily hold as much happiness for everyone. People who find themselves alone, perhaps with no family nearby and their usual friends busy with their own families, may feel lonely and even sad amid the music and bustle that seems to have passed them by. If you can think of someone in this situation, alone for Christmas, give them a call, or invite them to share your Christmas meal. No-one should feel totally alone at Christmas. ’Tis the season to be jolly not lonely. You www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

could make a difference to someone’s happiness by reaching out in friendship. Maybe you are of those who may find yourself alone, but you too could look around, think of those you know who may be in the same boat and invite them over or meet up with them on Christmas day. You might want to visit a hospital or hospice where many elderly folk have no-one to visit them. Don’t just sit at home wishing you were celebrating with lots of friends and family. There is always far more joy in giving to others than in receiving.

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community news Is Santa bringing you a new computer or device this Christmas?

Lions posters for peace DURING the past few months the Maroochy North Shore Lions have been promoting the Lions International Peace Poster Competition in the local area. Pacific Paradise State School took part with 23 enthusiastic Grade 7 students participating. Posters were created around a theme of “Our World Our Future” and after a close competition Tabitha Makieson of Marcoola was the eventual winner. Last Wednesday 13th November she received her prize from Lion Connie Gilchrist of a voucher donated by the Pacific Paradise Newsagency as well as a sketch pad and a box of art materials from the Maroochy North Shore Lions to continue her artistic endeavours. Her entry has been sent on for further judging and if successful it may even be judged against international entries.

Tabitha Makieson receiving her prize from Lion Connie Gilchrist.

Do you want to serve your Community? – Volunteer Board Members required NoosaCare Inc is a community based non profit organisation and has provided high quality residential aged care to the Noosa and Sunshine Coast districts for many years and are seeking community minded professionals to become Board members. Several of our long time Board members have recently retired and we are looking for new blood and a fresh, younger generation of professionals to join our experienced committee members.If you are interested in being part of this well-established organisation, please contact us on

5449 8799. Please like us on Facebook, and take a look at our youtube videos and website by clicking on the following links. Like us on Facebook: https:// www.facebook.com/noosacare NoosaCare Overview: http:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v=BXnBGyq-Yo4 NoosaCare Dementia Specific Facility: http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=m5Xp4MaMPZ0 NoosaCare Website: http:// www.noosacare.com.au

Retired Business Seniors Single Social Group WE are a retired business seniors single group wanting to meet retired single business, men to join us. We need a balance of men and women to enjoy social outings. Theatre, home dinner parties, barbecues, walks, picnics and dining out are some of the venues we would like to share. These are the outings one doesn’t enjoy on one’s own. For further details please phone 5443 7663.

This festive season, many people buy new computers. I should know, because I get alot of phone calls asking my advice on what to buy. So I though I would put together a list of My Top 5 Things to consider when buying a computer or device this Christmas - Laptop or desktop? Mac or Windows? I could write a book about this subject. As the majority of people out there are still buying Windows desktop or laptop computers with Windows, this will be my main focus. 1. dentify why you are buying your computer. Is it just to check your emails, type a few letters, store your photos or surf the Internet? Computers that would suit this type of use generally have a fast CPU, called an Intel I3 or I5, 4GB of RAM as a minimum, and 500GB of storage. There are many brands to choose from, stick with reputable manufacturer if you are unsure. The oldadage’you get what you pay for’ rings very loudly in the computer industry. Also, I suggest you support your localcomputer store, you will find they are just as competitive as the big retail stores and their knowledge and service will be invaluable for support after the purchase. 2. If you already have a computer with a decent wide screen display, keyboard and mouse then consider reusing these with your new computer, but only if it’s compatible. Also consider if your printer, scanner and other peripherals will work with this new machines software. 3. Make sure you buy a decent surge protector. It is a small expense, and may save you the cost of a replacement computer, especially during storm season. 4. Look at what software comes with the computer; most computers onlyhave the operating system installed. If you use Microsoft office, use internet security or other specialty software, be sure the software you haveis compatible with your new computer, or you could be spending more for the upgrade then you originally thought. 5. Lastly, when buying a new computer ask if they will transfer and set up your new computer for an additional cost. Setting up a new computer is a large task that is commonly underestimated. I provide this for many of my customers; it takes a few hours, but once I’ve finished, they look at me and just say ‘that would have taken me days or weeks…’ I hope this helps when you go out shopping. If you have any questions please have a chat to your local computer store, or drop me a line on Nathan@hometechhandyman.com.au. Merry Christmas Nathan Wellington Home Tech Handyman 0424 263 924

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community news Banks change ‘deeming’ account marketing

BANKS are changing the way they market their products so that pensioners are not misled by advertising that promotes interest rates they will be paid on certain types of savings accounts. Corporate watchdog the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) said that a number of banks and financial institutions were using the term ‘deeming account’ to promote a basic savings account to pensioners. ASIC was concerned about the way advertising linking these accounts to the government’s deeming rates could mislead consumers because, in most cases, the savings accounts offered lower interest rates than the deeming rates, particularly for lower account balances. ASIC was also particularly concerned that the name of the account could mislead consumers into believing the interest rates on offer would be the same as the deeming rates. Australian Bankers’ Association chief executive, Steven Münchenberg, said the banks had worked with ASIC to

address its concerns and had agreed to a three point plan. This included: ensuring that accounts are not named ‘deeming accounts’; phasing out descriptions giving the impression that the interest rates matched the deeming rate set by the government; and better explaining the link between the deeming rate set by the government and the commercial decisions of financial institutions. If banks also structured the interest rates in a tiered manner according to the account balance, this would be clearly disclosed as a feature of the account, Münchenberg said. “The account features and conditions can vary from bank to bank, and financial institution to financial institution, so it’s important for customers to talk to their bank about these accounts and shop around to find the best account for their needs,” he said. For more information about Government deeming rates visit the Department of Human Services’ website at humanservices.gov.au. Media release: National Seniors

Memories Memories are a special house we build inside ourselves Where love and laughter linger, where all our past life dwells. On holidays like Christmas we can draw upon the store, Reliving happy times and feeling all that warmth once more. Wherever we may travel, this house is always there To help to blend the old and new, to build on . . . grow . . . and share. This house can never get too full, just grow from floor to floor, Because the joy of memories is always making more.

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FROM 26 December 2013 to 5 January 2014, all public buses and council cabs will be free across the region, thanks to Sunshine Coast Council’s Public Transport Levy and TransLink. By leaving the car at home this holiday season, you could save money in petrol, alleviate parking and traffic hassles, and discover that buses are a convenient and comfortable travel option. Transport strategy portfolio councillor Rick Baberowski said if you haven’t been on a bus for some time, now is the perfect time to try one. “The fleet on the Sunshine Coast is airconditioned, modern and comfortable and with the recent review in timetables, there is even better connectivity to trains and key locations around the Coast,” Cr Baberowski said. “Each year we continue to get really positive feedback from bus commuters who take advantage of the Free Holiday Buses program. This feedback, together with passenger data is reviewed annually, to assess the program’s viability. “I think the most encouraging result from last year’s survey showed that 59% of respondents said they would use public transport more in the future as a result of the Free Holiday Buses program. “While 70% of Sunshine Coast locals, who normally don’t use the buses, enjoyed getting around to visit places on the Coast they hadn’t been in a while—free of charge. “So why not do something great for your pocket and our environment and catch the bus to your favourite holiday spot instead of driving.” The free services include: TransLink’s Sunshine Coast Sunbus services (25 routes). Glasshouse Country Coaches services (Hinterland Connect and Maleny-Landsborough-Beerwah). Flexilink services (Boreen Point to Tewantin, Lake Macdonald to Cooroy, Conondale to Witta to Maleny, Kenilworth to Mapleton and Peachester to Beerwah). Council Cabs services. For specific route times and maps, pick up a timetable from your local council office, library or visitor information centre, or: for TransLink’s Sunbus timetables visit translink.com.au or phone 13 12 30 anytime; for Glasshouse Country Coaches, Flexilink and Council Cabs timetables visit the public transport pages onwww.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or phone 5475 7272.

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La w, F inance & Y OU Law Finance YOU The next edition of Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper will be published on February 24th. Editorial submissions must be received by February 12th. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Coolum Lioness Club COOLUM Lioness Club have recently celebrated their 35th Anniversary with our 3 Charter Members receiving their 35thAnniversary Awards from the Australia’s 201 Multiple District Lioness Governor. Pictured are Lenore Howard, Australian Lioness Governor, 35th Charter Members, Gwen Bennett, Grace Sharp, Mavis Somers & Coolum Lioness President Shirley Salisbury. Coolum Lioness Club has 22 members who work in the Coolum Community. We meet in the Lions Community Hall in Russell Street Coolum every second Tuesday of the month at 1pm. We are at present organizing our Twilight Markets on Fridays 4pm till 8pm in Tickle Park Coolum with the money going to Rescue Helicopter, Coolum Chaplaincy, Emergency Accommodation, Youth Insearch plus other charities. We also help support Meals on Wheels, the Guide Dog puppies, Red Cross Blood Donor Van and play Bingo for a Care Center Seniors.

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means huge savings for those with a large mortgage. Eventually some of this will be spent. • Household wealth is up over the last year reflecting the rising share market and rising house prices. • Household caution seems to be fading with more money going in to spending. Reflecting this there are some good signs: • A solid recovery in housing construction appears to be getting underway. • While the recovery has been more gradual than normal, consumer and business confidence are well up from their lows of a year or two ago and seem to be trending up. • The combination of improved confidence, rising wealth and rising housing

construction is likely to drive a recovery in retail sales growth over the year ahead. • The latest survey of investment plans for 201314 indicated that while mining investment has likely peaked, the overall outlook has improved a touch reflecting an improvement in non-mining arena. More significant fiscal cutbacks likely to be announced in the May 2014 Budget will act as an additional drag on growth next year. As a result interest rates need to stay low and the $A ideally needs to fall further to aid in the recovery process. But the indicators above suggest that a sustained improvement is gradually coming into sight.

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My Life, My Choice OUR first meeting in the new year will be held at the CWA Room, Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore on Wednesday January 15 @ 2pm and our guest speaker will be a representative from the Seniors Enquiry Line to explain the services they have available in Queensland. Our society lobbies politicians “to have the law in Queensland changed so that, subject to appropriate safequards, residents suffering intolerably can receive assistance to die peacefully and painlessly. This help must be in

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community news Toymakers present toys and childrens furniture to Salvation Army

of the Sunshine Coast Milne, the convenor of craft group, sponsors and of timber off cuts or cash Council. Jarrod com- the group, wished to others that contributed. should be directed to mended the group on thank all the toymakers, Any offers of help by way Digby at 07 5438 8505. their workmanship and dedication. The Toymakers were assisted by major sponsors, Bunnings Caloundra, Bogaart Painting Buderim PEACHESTER and the Lake CurrimundiKawana Lions Club as well as numerous generous donations of cash COLLECTABLES and Teddies from the residents of Living Choice • Bus Tours,Clubs, Intimate Meals • Wholesome Homecooked Meals & Cakes Retirement Village, Lake Kawana. This year the • Comfy Rooms or Sunny Outdoors • Friendly Staff . . . Browse & Enjoy Toymakers were joined • Open 7 Days • 10 mins Woodford/Beerwah by the village craft group who made all the teddies to helping underprivi- tion as was Cr Chris Th- and bedding for the doll’s leged families at Christ- ompson, Deputy Mayor cots and cradles. Digby mas time made over 200 items from small toy cars to children’s tables & chairs. Attorney General, Jarrod Bleijie was present to witness the presenta-

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RESIDENTS at RSL Care’s Retirement Communities are gearing up for the Christmas season this year with a range of activities across their 28 sites. With many parties in their final stages of planning, it’s a great opportunity for residents and the community to enjoy the festive season with loved ones. Events across Queensland and Northern NSW communities include visits from Santa, carols, festive dinners and much more. RSL Care is proud to ensure its residents enjoy the support and comfort they deserve over the holiday season and is proud to launch this year’s Christmas Appeal. Supporting Veterans, in particular, to make the most out of life, donations to the appeal will provide social support, relaxation activities, interactive activities and a special Christmas dinner for those who have fought hard for our freedom. Residential Manager at RSL Care Fairview Pam Sherman-Carr said the Appeal was an important way of supporting those who have done so much. “A great deal of sadness can be experienced during the festive season. It always happens that some Veterans have no family or friends to comfort them at Christmas. We always need to be aware of our residents at this time.” RSL Care communities are open to all members of the community and together both Veterans and residents share celebrations throughout the festive season. Please join RSL Care in raising $100,000 by December 24th to help RSL Care assist Veterans in making the most out of life this Christmas. Visit www.rslcare.com.au to find out more about the Appeal or to donate to this worthy cause.

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community news Spend time in jail on Jack Sim’s fascinating tours of Boggo Road PRISON ‘inmate’ Maggie O’Brien serves us a delicious high tea of quarter-cut egg

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Maggie: “Better than bread and water, eh?” “Sure is, love,” replies Maggie brushing her baggy rough-sewn woolen dress, typical of the garb worn by female prisoners at the Brisbane women’s jail at Boggo Road when it opened in 1903. Maggie is one of a group of men and women who masquerade as prison guards and inmates to give

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visitors an eerie but fascinating insight into the notorious and heritage-listed compound at Dutton Park. Boggo Road jail – so named after a stretch of dirt on Annerley Road that turned into a bog after rain – was built in the early 1880s as a high security prison until it was closed in 1989. Jack Sim, who holds the license to manage Boggo Road jail, has been running historical and ghost tours around Brisbane for 15 years. A noted historian and writer, he has authored many books on Brisbane’s dark past. But Boggo Road continues as the main attraction for hundreds of inquisitive visitors who have joined Jack’s tours of the jail since they started a year ago. Its very name conjures images of rooftop riots, hunger strikes, protests and escapes, tough crims, and tougher warders. The first cellblock opened in July 1883. Over the years many other buildings came and went on the site. The first buildings contained 57 cells and were constructed using materials from the demolished Petrie Terrace jail. A jail for female prisoners was built in 1903.This became known as No.2 Division and is now the only prison building still standing. No.1 Division, built in 1883, was the scene of 42 hangings, including that of Ernest Austin in 1913 – the last execution in Queensland. “We’re celebrating our first anniversary and our jail tours are just as popular now

with locals as they are for visiting tourists,” Jack said. “Senior citizens are regular visitors and we have taken more than 70 seniors groups on tours of the jail.” Between 1883 and 2002, more than 500,000 people passed through the prison gates as either staff, visitors or inmates. We talked to Jack as he was rushing to a book signing in Ipswich – “Innocence Lost: The Last Man Hanged in Queensland’, a story about Ernest Austin who was executed on September 22, 1913, after being convicted of the murder of a 12year-old girl near Samford. In Australian folklore, the ghost of Austin is said to haunt the confines of Boggo Road jail. Jack Sim’s jail tours are open six days a week but close on Mondays. Through historical tours, re-enactments and immersions, educational experiences, functions and events, the drama and stories of human beings, their failings and their achieve-

ments within the walls of Boggo Road jail are brought to life. “Week-day tours are the most popular with seniors,” Jack said. “We arrange a variety of different activities.” These include catered tours that provide tea and coffee through to high-teas for organised groups. Visitors are served by men and women who recreate the appearance of female inmates and prison staff of the 1900s. Sittings can be for up to 60 people, but Jack Sims says forward bookings are essential. Tours led by former prison guards are also popular. “We are getting great feedback from seniors who tell us how lovely and polite our tour guides are,” Jack said. If you ‘want to do time’ in the jail, tours can be arranged by calling Jack on (07) 3844 0059 or on mobile 0411 111 903 – the last four digits being the year the women’s prison opened at Boggo Road. Email: bookings@ boggoroadgaol. com. Visit or book tickets on line: www.boggoroad gaol.com. by Jim Bowden

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community news Sculpture inspires respect and reflection

STANDING on the smooth grassy bank of Penny Lane Park, adjacent to Coast Guard Mooloolaba H.Q. and overlooking the Mooloolah River, this handsome gray and black granite sculpture invites a very calming sense of respect and reflection. It is with great pride that Coastguard QF6 Mooloolaba is now able to provide the public with a permanent memorial wall, located just off Parkyn Parade and in the peaceful surrounds of Council parkland. For many years now Coastguard Mooloolaba has (for a modest donation), been honoured to provide a special community service for those who wish, for their loved one’s ashes to

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be scattered at sea. Our Non-denominational Flotilla Chaplain also performs an optional burial service at no cost, for those who choose for him to do this. With the recent construction of our community Memorial Wall, relatives can now

purchase an inscribed plaque to be mounted on the granite as a permanent memory of their loved ones. This is a most striking and dignified way to honour those we respect. We also offer these same options, should you wish to pre

arrange this service for yourself. Enquiries can be made to our Services Coordinator and non-denominational Chaplain; Neville Geddes on 0407 699 746 or to Flotilla Commander John Annabell on 5444 3222.

Social singing club continues its success THE popularity of the Social Singing Club of Palmwoods continues to grow strongly. The Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday mornings are regularly attended by an average of twenty or so of its almost thirty members. The main reason for this strength is believed to be mostly due to the policy of great fellowship and fun together with regular programs of songs from the ‘50’s and ‘60’s eras. The Club meets at the Palmwoods Girl Guide Hut on Palmwoods-Montville Rd. There is a small fee to help cover the rent. Morning tea is included.

More information can be obtained by calling the Club’s Director, Warner, telephone 5457 3317. We look forward to welcoming new members. Casual visitors are also welcome as well. I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Laguna Estate - a lifestyle choice

IS ‘grandma’s ghetto’ your idea of a retirement village? If so, stop right there! There is nothing further from the truth. In the past, most residents entered these villages aged in their seventies as part of a move to downsize, decrease maintenance responsibilities, experience a greater sense of safety and security, or for health and lifestyle reasons. Today, younger retirees from age 55 are seeing the benefits of relocating to a retirement village, with the emphasis on lifestyle and making the move a liberating experience. To those who say that they are not ready for such a move, many of the residents at Laguna Estate say that they wish they had made the decision earlier. It has given them the freedom to travel, visit family or just pursue new hobbies without any of the worries they previously had with the upkeep and security issues of their previous home. Combining outstanding resort facilities with stylish homes in a fully landscaped environment, this village strikes the perfect balance between privacy and independence whilst encouraging a vibrant and rewarding community in which to live. There are spacious villas and serviced apartments from which

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to choose, all in a quiet, peaceful location yet so close to all the vibrant action of Noosa. The range of facilities is cleverly geared towards anyone over the age of 55, whether you are physically active or prefer a quieter lifestyle - and the grandchildren are welcome here. So what will sell you on your decision to make Laguna Estate your home? It is a combination of many things – particularly the smart community facilities and the activities which cater for all lifestyles, but also the quality finish of both the new and the refurbished villas, the resort-style feel, the professional and hugely cheerful staff and the low monthly fees. At some time in the future you may need living assistance but this too is catered for at Laguna Estate with assisted care apartments available. Three meals a day, cleaning, weekly towel & linen changes and 24 hour on-call emergency staff are all part of the service. Laguna Estate is a class act – phone 1800 012 049 for lots more information and an appointment to view this special retirement estate at 21 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville. You could soon be making the best choice of your life!

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community news Accommodation needed!

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On Saturday, 15 November at the Uniting Church Hall in Buderim, the University of the Third Age Sunshine Coast said thank you to its backbone, its members who conduct U3A’s diverse activities, who administer, and who staff the office. In spite of the hail storm, the damage to cars was minimal, but a wellorganised and well catered lunch provided tasty sustenance as well as opportunities to make new friendships and to renew old ones. Here four of the team start to bring in the lunch platters (there were many more!) to universal approbation. These alone should help induce members to participate in our U3A’s wide-ranging activities.

Can you help a young, quiet, professional couple find affordable accommodation on the top end of the coast? We’re both long term locals employed in secure permanent professional positions. Non smokers with no pets, and excellent rental and personal references. We are trying to save for our own home, so reasonably priced accommodation, anywhere from Peregian up to Tewantin, due to our jobs being in this area is required. Can you please help us save to get ahead? We are hard working, trustworthy, well mannered, and bought up to respect others. Besides paying rent we are happy to do any extra chores, lawn mowing, run errands etc. Please phone Stephen on 0400 667 469 if you can help?

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community news Volunteers praised for their efforts

Standing in front of former Moreton Mill locomotive Sandy, from left Nambour Museum president Clive Plater, Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley AC, Governor of Queensland, and museum patron and Member for Nicklin Peter Wellington.

NAMBOUR Museum Volunteers were praised for their commendable efforts, led by President Mr Clive Plater, by Her Excellency Ms Penelope Wensley AC at an open day on Saturday 30th November to remember the 10th anniversary of the closure of the Moreton Central Sugar Mill. Also attending the function were many official guests including Member for Nicklin and museum Patron Mr Peter Wellington MP, Federal Member for Fairfax Mr Clive Palmer MP, Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson and Councillor Greg Rogerson, as well as more than a hundred visitors who came out on a rainy day, some from as far away as Sydney and Cairns. Many former mill employees came back for the occasion at the museum which adjoins the former mill site, to reminisce on times gone by when the mill and the sugar industry dominated the district. The Governor praised the tremendous commitment by the Nambour Museum to preserve the history of “the grand old sugar town” and its district, and also to take on the responsibility of maintaining and exhibiting the closed sugar mill’s equipment,

buildings and especially some of its locos. The Governor also launched Mr Plater’s book, ‘Locomotives of the Moreton Central Sugar Mill’, which Mr Plater dedicated to his father Edgar Clive Plater, 1916-2004, who worked at the mill for 51 years. “My dad and I talked about such a book in 1980, and when the 10th anniversary of the mill’s closure was coming up, I thought I had better do something about it,” Mr Plater said. After the launch the Governor and her husband Mr Stuart McCosker, who was born and schooled in Nambour, toured the museum looking at exhibits, then lunched at the adjacent former mill manager’s residence, Moreton House. Moreton House has been externally restored by Coles as part of its development and the museum was granted use of it for this special occasion. Former mill manager, Mr Graham Coleman who had lived in the house, met up with Mr Jamie Baker, manager of the Coles Nambour Mill Village Supermarket which recently opened on the former mill site. Mr Plater said the event was supported through a Federal Government Your Community Heritage grant.

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Simplifying AGED CARE Choices Mary retires after 21 years

MARY Griffin joined the NoosaCare Inc, Carramar team in 1993 and during that time she has made the lives of countless residents better, through her calm and caring manner. Never in too much of a rush to hold a resident’s hand or listen to a resident share a story about their life. Mary started in the kitchen at Carramar and was one of the first brave souls to complete her Certificate 3 in Aged Care in 1998. She became very close to a married couple who lived at Carramar and when the wife passed away and the husband moved back into the

community, Mary was invited to be his carer when he travelled overseas. Life at Carramar was very different when Mary started. The residents who lived here then were very low care and independent and Mary, along with another carer, would

take the residents into Tewantin for parades and outings. Mary was one of just a handful of carers who were employed back then, the changes that she has witnessed in Aged Care have been huge. Mary was recognised for her caring ways by the residents and families of Carramar in 2012, when she was awarded the staff appreciation award. Mary intends to continue on as a volunteer so the friendships she has made with residents can continue with her pastoral care. Mary will be sadly missed.

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the lings carefully. Avoid moccasin styles, open toe sandals and thongs. Keep slippers beside the bed to wear during the night if you need to get up. Don’t wear your shoes without socks or stockings. Choose socks made of natural fibres if possible such as cotton, wool or a combination. They should not be too tight at the top. Socks that are too big will slide in the shoe. If the seams of the socks feel rough wear the socks inside out. Important: check your feet regularly. If an area becomes red, hot or swollen, have it checked! Remember, you may not feel pain early in the problem. Courtesy Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney.

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EXERCISE Safety if important to avoid injury and maintain good health. Regular exercise is vital for good health, but poor knowledge of basic safety techniques could lead to injuries. Stop exercising immediately and seek medical advice if you; feel discomfort or pain; have chest pain or other pain that could indicate a heart attack, including pain in the neck and jaw pain travelling down the arm or pain between the shoulder blades; experience extreme breathlessness; or develop rapid or irregular heartbeat during exercise. It takes time to increase your overall level of fitness. Training too hard or too fast is a common cause of exercise and sport-related injuries. Suggestions include: see your doctor for a full medical check-up before embarking on any new fitness program; warm up thoroughly by performing slow, sustained stretches and gong through the motions of your sport or activity; always cool down after exercise with plenty of slow stretching; cross-train with other sports and exercises to reduce the risk of overtraining; if a joint is prone to injury, consider strapping or tapping it prior to exercising; and see your doctor for regular medical check-ups.

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THE Sunshine Coast is the place to be this New Year’s Eve with a feast of entertainment to suit all ages and tastes on offer at the region’s biggest end-of-year free event, New Year’s Eve Mooloolaba. More than 45,000 locals and visitors are expected to welcome in the New Year and enjoy the family-friendly entertainment at The Esplanade Mooloolaba from 4pm to midnight on Tuesday 31 December. New Year’s Eve Mooloolaba 2013 will boast two stages of action-packed entertainment for the whole family featuring an impressive lineup. Live entertainment kicks off at 5.30pm on the main stage with a cool range of shows for the kids including Dirtgirl, Madagascar III, Peter Plan and the Boogie Woogies Superhero Band. One of Australia’s most recognised bands, Thirsty Merc, will take to the main stage at 8.45pm to warm up the crowd, followed by blues and rock band Soula before indie pop band, The Jungle Giants have the crowds grooving until the countdown to midnight. And the entertainment doesn’t stop there. Not one but four DJs will pump up the groove from 7.30pm to midnight on the Beach Stage. And if that’s not enough, there will be roving street entertainment, children’s activities, carnival rides and buskers that can be enjoyed by one and all. Delicious food will be available from local vendors, restaurants and cafes on the Esplanade. To ring in the New Year, two spectacular fireworks displays will take place at 8.30pm and midnight. Council delivers this iconic event in a relaxed, safe, security patrolled and fenced event zone and in partnership with a number of organisations including Queensland Police,

SES, Queensland Fire and Rescue, Street Angels, Queensland Ambulance Services, ensuring public safety is paramount. A number of road closures will be in place so don’t forget to check council’s website before you head out to make sure disruptions to your trip are minimised. Council’s free public bus service, which will operate from 26 December to 5 January across the region will also offer a special University ‘park and ride’ service for New Year’s Eve. Please be aware that intoxicated people or the carrying of alcohol will not be permitted on board. New Year’s Eve Mooloolaba is a drug, alcohol and glass-free event and intoxicated people will not be permitted entry.

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FEELING GOOD

dent n e p e d In g in y a t S and Melanoma survivors suffer significant distress MORE than one-third of Queensland melanoma survivors are suffering clinically significant psychological distress, despite the high survival rate associated with the cancer. New research will be presented at the Global Controversies and Advances in Skin Cancer Conference (GC-SC 2013) in Brisbane today, highlighting an urgent need to address distress in longterm melanoma survivors. The Cancer Council Queensland study*, the largest of its kind in Australia, found a significant proportion of the 2500 melanoma survivors surveyed experienced distress five years or more after diagnosis. While psychological distress is common at the time of diagnosis, few studies have examined whether this remains the case in the longer term (five to eight years after diagnosis). Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said the research highlighted an urgent need for programs and services to detect and treat distress in long-term melanoma survivors. “The study showed distress was more

common in female than male long-term melanoma survivors, in younger age groups, and in patients with lower levels of social support. “Additionally in this study, high levels of distress were more frequently observed in those patients with a recurrence of their melanoma. “It’s essential that detecting and managing distress in melanoma survivors, and implementing programs to reduce distress levels, becomes a priority in clinical practice.” Queenslanders diagnosed with melanoma have a 95 per cent chance of surviving five years, with the survival rate improving steadily due to early detection. Around 3000 Queenslanders are diagnosed with melanoma each year. In 2010, it was estimated there were more than 38,500 melanoma survivors living in Queensland. More information about GC-SC 2013 and is available at www.gc-sc.org. More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available at www.cancerqld.org.au or Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20.

Hope for new cancer drug SYDNEY researchers have developed a new class of cancer drugs, the first to target the internal structure of tumour cells. The new drugs, which have been trialled in rodents, destroy one of the fundamental building blocks of cancer cells - the molecules that form the struts and cables of their interior scaffold. Tests in cell cultures show the drugs, the culmination of 30 years of research, are effective against every cancer type tested, including difficult-to-treat childhood cancers such as

neuroblastomas. “Our drug causes the structure of the cancer cell to collapse - and it happens relatively quickly,’’ said lead researcher Peter Gunning of the University of NSW. “It is much like what happens when you see a building collapse on the TV news.’’ Professor Gunning hopes the drugs, called anti-tropomyosins, will soon be added to other chemotherapy drug classes. Scientists have tried to attack the architecture of cancer cells for decades, but until now they had

been unable to develop a drug that would only destroy tumour cells and not other tissues in the body. ‘’Nobody has ever made a drug like these,’’ he said. The new drugs target a protein called tropomyosin, a molecule that pairs with another protein called actin to organise the internal structure of all cells in the body including cancer cells. ‘’The aim is to be able to initiate a trial for neuroblastoma at the end of 2014,’’ said Professor Gunning, whose findings are published in journal Cancer Research. Courtesy: Nicky Phillips, Science Reporter SMH

Happy Retirement Bert Wansley

Bert Wansley

NOOSACARE Inc. Board Member, Bert Wansley is retiring from his position as a Committee member after 25 years. Bert has been a member of the Board since 1988 and has served on the Finance and Building Sub-Committees. Bert has contributed his knowledge and experience on the Building Committee for many years. Bert was also instrumental in establishing the installation of the current laundry site at Carramar. Prior to Bert joining the Board he served in the Australian Army and retired with a ranking of Colonel. Bert has lived in the Noosa area since 1976 and held the position of Mayor of Noosa Shire Council from 1980 – 1988. Megan DÉlton, CEO of NoosaCare Inc. thanked Bert for his many years of loyal service and wished him well for the future.

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Amazing Transdermal Magnesium Chloride WHY is magnesium so important? Magnesium is the single most important mineral for the cells of the human body. It’s an indispensable element in all of the body’s natural self-cleansing and detoxification responses. Without sufficient magnesium, toxic waste and acid residues accumulate in cells and tissues, setting the stage for chronic degenerative conditions, cancer, and rapid aging symptoms. It is estimated that 70% of the people in the world today are critically deficient in this vital factor for health and longevity, and magnesium deficiency is one of the primary causes of chronic low energy. Magnesium is also particularly important in maintaining functional balance in the nervous and endocrine systems. It can therefore be particularly helpful for people with anxiety, depression and parkinson’s disease Why Topical magnesium chloride? The swiftest and most efficient way to get magnesium into the body is transdermally (via the skin) rather than orally, and this is easily done by spraying or rubbing pure magnesium chloride oil or gel into the skin. We also recommend soaking the feet or whole body in a warm bath of magnesium bath flakes “It is sad that we live in a medical world that ignores the evidence that magnesium is crucial for every single

function in our own bodies. From the moment we are conceived to the moment we die, magnesium is at the heart of life as is water and air” Dr Mark Sircus author of Transdermal Magnesium Therapy www.magnesiumforlife.com The Problem of Excess Calcium In western society, not only are we under supplied with magnesium, we are over supplied with calcium. Studies in the US by noted medical doctors Mildred Seelig (The Magnesium Factor) and Caroline Dean (The Magnesium Miracle) have found that the crucial balance of calcium to magnesium in our bodies should be 2:1 but was over 6:1 in favour of calcium. And Dr Dean notes that Australia would be even worse with this imbalance of calcium as we have the notoriety of the highest rate of heart disease in the world. In fact Dr Dean quotes that it is frequently the magnesium deficiency that is the cause of arthritis, osteoporosis, heart disease, high blood pressure, depression and asthma. We need more magnesium for proper calcium assimilation – to put the calcium back into our bones and if in excess, to transport it out of the body. For the highest quality source of magnesium chloride read what Dr Mark Sircus has researched at w w w. m a g n e s i u m f o r l i f e . c o m / product_analysis.shtml

A code of behaviour for patients

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understand. Submit to novel experimental treatment readily. Though it may not benefit you directly the resulting research paper will surely be of widespread interest. Pay your medical bills promptly and willingly. You should consider it a privilege to contribute to the well being of physicians and other humanitarians. Do not suffer from ailments you cannot afford. It is sheer arrogance to contract illnesses beyond your means. Never reveal any of the shortcomings of your doctor. The patient-doctor relationship is a privileged one, and you have a sacred duty to protect him from exposure. Never die while in your doctor’s presence or under his direct care. This will only cause him needless inconvenience and embarrassment.

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Fire and Ice in Iceland

IN June-July Yolane and Murray Borchardt travelled to Mongolia, caught the Trans-Siberian railway, and spent time in Iceland, Russia, Croatia, Sardinia and Dubai before heading home to Pomona. As they chose to be travellers rather than tourists they sought out destinations off the regular beaten track. This extract from Yo’s diary recalls some of their (chillier) experiences in Iceland. Reykjavik, Iceland, Monday July 29. We are the only Aussies on the bus tour today, among two Kiwis, some Americans, lots of Canadians and some Brits; fourty (sic) in total. After a scenic drive around the town of Reykjavik we headed north east to the Hellisheioi Geothermal Power plant to see the Geothermal Energy Exhibition. The people of Iceland own this plant, and 90% of the houses in Iceland are connected to geothermal energy, which is free. Steam and water is separated from the geyser. The

steam is used for making electricity, and the hot water enters the plant. This hot water is gravityfed to Reykjavik, where 70% of the population lives, and is used in the houses’ hot water pipes, for their central heating and circulated under the floors. It is all free and all used hot water is used to clear away snow and ice on the roads. Some of the rivers are very warm; the higher the river is the warmer the water. The geysers have a high content of sulphur, and we were assured that the sulphur has no smell, except the smell of money. As we drove on we soon realised that every town, no matter what size (some only have five or six houses) has a church and a swimming pool. Learning to swim is compulsory. Swimming is needed to pass the first class in school. When we arrived at the hot springs at Geysir we met the outdoor chef, Matthias, who walked us to the geothermal area. Here, he brought out of the steam a basket containing hot freshly baked

dark brown bread. There was white Icelandic butter, and then he brought up from the steam a cloth bag full of eggs, all nicely boiled. There was also local herring on the table. Then came the best part, a glass of Geysir schnapps at freezing point. How fantastic to enjoy a snack like that, out in the open air, with geysers bubbling all around us! It was very different, and very memorable. W drove on past waterfalls and melting snow to a little village for lunch. We ate large breakfasts and large evening meals as part of the tour, and have something light at lunchtime. There is a

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good reason - a plate of soup costs $A 22-00, a pint of beer $A 16-60. Petrol is $ 3-50 per litre. After lunch, we headed for the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall. It was breathtaking and huge. Some of us who were happy to have a cold water shower, went to the back of the waterfall and enjoyed a new experience. Then we came to that terrible volcano that stopped the world in 2010, EYJAFJALLAJOKUL (we are still learning how to say that the Icelandic way). Lots of fun at the practice sessions! Along the way we saw many rolls of hay, ready for Iceland’s next winter.

Here and there we saw small groups of sheep of only two or three. We saw a few cattle, but there were horses everywhere. We finally reached the most southern village in Iceland, called Vik (finally an easy name) where we spent our first night. The hotel rooms are OK but very, very small. No fridges, no coffee making facilities. Our smorgasbord dinner in the dining room was very nice, with plenty of food including whale and horse-meat. I had vegies and salads. Murray decided to give the horse meat a miss, and although tempted, his conscience would not allow him to eat the whale meat. It was a good ending to a fabulous day, with perfect weather. The maximum was 22 degrees, and we enjoyed it tremendously. Tuesday July 30. We woke up at 04.00am with bright sunshine coming through our windows. We had to be ready for an 8.00am departure, so brekky was at 7.00am, and again it was a smorgasbord, with self-made

waffles with waffle-sauce. There was also cold meat and fish, fresh and tinned fruit, cereals and all colours of bread. We were soon on the road again. We rotate our seats on the bus, which means that there are different people sitting on the other side of the aisle every day. Again, the air was crisp and cold as we passed through green pastures. Soon we were at the largest glacier in Iceland (the third largest in the world) VATNAJOKULL. It covers more than 8% of Iceland, and is more than 3,100 square km in size. It was breath-taking, and of course, very cold. This glacier is in Iceland’s SKAFTAFELL National Park. We then headed further east to the biggest, and nicest Iceland craft shop. It is really a fashion house, with lots of their local woollen garments. They even have the people making these items on the premises. The highlight of today was our stop at Lake (or L a g o o n ) JOKULSARLON, where

some of the spectacular scenes of the James Bond movie “Die Another Day” were made. The lagoon is formed by the ice that has broken away from the glacier, it is up to 40 metres deep and getting deeper each year because of the global warming effect on the glaciers. We booked a boat trip on the lagoon, and once on the lagoon I regretted buying the ticket because the wind over the water was terribly cold. I froze, and froze. Murray thought it was funny when my knees started to knock and my teeth were chattering; I was so cold and frozen. I don’t ever remembering feeling like that before, and I will make sure that it never happens again. I noticed a huge rubber duck right behind us on the water. It was there in case anyone falls into the water, as one would not last in that water while waiting for a rescuer. We spent a long 30 mins. on that water, with icebergs all around us. Continued on Page 29

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Ucango wins National Cruise Awards

THE popularity of cruising among Sunshine Coast Travellers has shown through with local agent Ucango Travel & Cruise winning multiple cruise awards at the Travellers Choice annual conference in Hobart last month. The local travel agent, which has retail outlets at Maroochydore and Pelican Waters, took out the National Sales Awards for P&O Australia, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean Interna-

tional. Ucango Travel & Cruise Managing Director Dave Hulsman said it was a coup for the agency, particularly the Princess and RCI awards as both ships sailed mostly out of Sydney and they were competing against agencies in that area. “We really have noticed the popularity in cruising surge over the past few years,” Mr Hulsman said. “Travellers who believed cruising was not the prod-

uct for them are beginning to open their eyes to the benefits of unpacking just once. And generally once someone takes that first cruise, they’re hooked.” “International cruise lines have cottoned on to the popularity or cruising with Australians and each year we are seeing more and more vessels come down and operate for the summer season. “Our staff book a lot of cruises for their clients and take

regular inspections on vessels so their knowledge of the sector really is broad. This was obviously recognized with winning these awards.” Cruise passenger numbers in Australia have more than doubled since 2008 surging from 330,000 passengers per year in 2008 to a little under 700,000 in 2012. There will be 15 different cruise ships operating roundtrip cruises from Australia over summer, while 19 other ships would visit during the season, delivering an ocean of choice to consumers. Travellers Choice is a national buying consortium which is represented by 200 travel agents around Australia. Anyone wishing to book a cruise either from Australian or overseas ports should contact Ucango Travel & Cruise on 5451 8600 (Maroochydore) or 5437 4000 (Pelican Waters) or email info@ucango.com.au

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TRAVELLING with a group from the Coast is a simple, safe hassle free way to see the world, not to mention the potential lifelong friendships that can develop. We take care of everything from the time we pick you up at home to safely returning you there after a fantastic holiday. You will be fully escorted by the experienced staff from Escape Travel Caloundra We currently have 7 escorted group trips planned over the next 2 years. Our 2014 Canada and Alaska trip has already sold out but we have just released bookings for May 2015. This is a once in a lifetime experience travelling on the train through the Alaskan interior, cruising the Inside Passage, on board the Rocky Mountaineer and exploring the heard of the Rockies. If cruising is your thing we have a great 32 day Mediterranean cruise package with Holland America and Emirates departing Brisbane in September 2014. This includes 24 nights 5 star cruising from Barcelona to Venice, plus Dubai and Barcelona stopover packages. Then in September 2015 we are running our first escorted European River cruise group departure, cruising for 15 days from Amsterdam to Budapest with a Paris pre cruise package and a Prague post cruise package all included.

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For the more adventurous we still have a few places left on our November 2014 Antarctica and South America adventure. For 2015 we are taking expressions of interest for South America in March/April and a private small group trip to Africa planned for August/September 2015 Our whole team have a real passion for travel and would love to share this with you. For more information on any of our upcoming escorted group packages, or your own independent holiday, please call us on 0754382108 or come in and see us at 46 Bulcock Street, Caloundra

Fire and Ice in Iceland Continued from Page 28 Our bus was parked in the sun, and I was so glad to get back to more reasonable temperatures. It took me all the way to the next hotel to defrost. This was Hotel Hofn at Hornafirdi which is Iceland’s most south eastern community. The air was cold but the sun was shining, and it was a lovely spot right on the waterfront. Our rooms are getting smaller. (I did not think that was possible.) Our suitcase has to sit on the table, and the little cabin bag is on our bed. When we go to sleep we will put it in the shower alcove. Everything is clean and neat, but so small. Again, no fridge, no coffee making. We went upstairs for our dinner; it was not a smorgasbord. First vegetable soup, then lobster, cod and salmon and mashed potatoes and vegetables, followed by apple pie and cream - very homely and nice. We went back to our room and closed the curtain at 8.30pm. It was still bright daylight outside.

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Who’s more curious? IT was a thrilling encounter for excited whale watchers aboard Sea World’s Whale Watching Cruiser but, also (or so it seemed), for the magnificent Humpback whale (pictured). The Humpback cheekily surfaced without warning alongside the vessel as the boat cruised waters off the Gold Coast. Was it a matter of the Humpback purposely popping up to offer a welcoming “g’day”, or was the whale just having a curious look at an unexpected audience? We humans will never know but the photo, courtesy of Sea World Whale Watch, is still worth a thousand words (at least).

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Sane. They don’t have an airport; you have to be driven there. I have made several trips there, thanks to my friends, family and work. I would like to go to Conclusions, but you have to jump, and I am not too much on physical activity anymore. I have also been in Doubt. That is a sad place to go, and I try not to visit there too often. I’ve been in Flexible, but only when it was very important to stand firm. Sometimes I’m in Capable, and I go there more often as I am getting older. One of my favourite places to be is in Suspense! It really gets the adrenalin flowing and pumps up the old heart! At my age I need all the stimuli I can get! I may have been in Continent but I don’t remember what country it was in. I vaguely recall it is very wet and damp there. December 2013 / January 2014 - Sunshine Coast Seniors - Page 31

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TREVOR Lockett on the right, received an Ann Williams Clark Medallion from the President of The Caloundra Garden Club Kath Morris on the left, at the Garden Club Christmas Luncheon, held at the Caloundra Golf Club before Christmas. This Medallion is awarded by ‘The Garden Clubs of Australia Inc.’ annually, to any Member of an Affiliated Garden Club for Outstanding Service to their Club. Trevor is a Member of the Caloundra Garden Club and was awarded his Life Membership last year, been a Club President and is now Tour Director of the Club. For many years he has been an inspiration to fellow garden members, shown friendship and goodwill, shared his knowledge and has been an overall contributor, to the Club. Trevor has regularly promoted the Caloundra Garden Club on the Sunshine Coast Community and throughout Australia. Caloundra Garden Club President Kath and the Committee, wish everyone the Compliments of the Season. The Caloundra Garden Club meets the first Tuesday every month from February to November, at the Masonic Hall in Caloundra, next Meeting 4 February 2014. The club website is: www.caloundragardenclub.com and the Club Motto is….. ‘Friendship Through Gardening’.

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TWO unlikely “companion” visits on one day, proved they have something in common. As The Currimundi Combined Probians visited the Waste Resource and Recycling Education Centre at Nambour, they learned how to effectively dispose of their milk containers and cartons, through recycling. Everyone in the group learned so many new things about recycling that they thought they knew all about! Sandy shared innovatively and enthusiastically about how and where our rubbish ends up, how to recycle more effectively and shared personal stories over morning tea. A drive-through and talk at the Caloundra Rubbish Centre finished off the morning. It was then up to the beautiful area of Maleny Dairies for a scrumptious lunch and an informative educational display of the latest in milking techniques, with every cow coming in on queue. This final day-out for theses Probians proved far more interesting than had been anticipated.

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . . 2014 still celebrating Jazz with Galapagos Duck SUNSHINE Coast Jazz Club Inc. proudly present Galapagos Duck on Sunday 19th January at Currimundi Hotel Motel Function Room show starts 2pm til 4.30pm. Doors open 12.30pm. Galapagos Duck formed

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . . Harmony that brings a smile to your face

BARBERSHOP quartets are not just a gleeful group of men wearing striped jackets and bow ties, singing songs from the past. They are a ferociously loyal assembly of men, who capture music and weave it into a harmony

bringing smiles to the faces of anyone listening. Meet LOST CHORD, comprising of (from left to right) John Bower,Bob Caldwell, Nigel Davenport and Richard Gaynor. LOST CHORD firmly believes that if they

could get the whole world to sing, our world would be a better place, “It’s pretty hard to be unhappy or angry or to want to harm someone when you’re singing.” they say. Singing barbershop is like playing golf, and when you take the golf swing and connect with the ball, it makes that sound when you know you have connected perfectly. We can sing at your Birthday, Anniversary, Wedding in fact any gathering needing some light entertainment. For more information, you can email John on www.rhonddab@ bigpond.net.au, or ring on 5438 9572. .

Artists on display POMONA Railway Station Gallery will be exhibiting the work of three artists in the exhbition FOREST TO OCEAN Art from the Heart 14 December to 16 January. On display will be the exquisite wood turning and scupltural works of artist Peter Farkas, photography by Birgit Kehr and wood sculptures by Rolf-Peter Hohlt. Peter Farkas is a master of woodturning. His work goes beyond

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wood turning by creating works of art and translucence with infinite carving, shaping, texturing, inlay. The careful finishing process using high quality oils or laquer brings out the fascinating textures, colors and warmth of the wood. Peter makes bowls, platters, vases, closed forms, hollow forms. Birgit Kehr, photographer. For Birgit, photography is the finer art of relecting a world

only seen by herself. Immersing in nature supports a creative way of think and looking at humanity. The photographs in this exhbition encompass the theme of nature and how the elements shape and form the environment we are living in. Rolf-Peter Hoht creates facinating scupltures from wood sourced from the forest and the beach. He is a wood artist from Cooran.

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Greetings from Kawana Waters VIEW Club KAWANA Waters VIEW Club would like to wish all its’ members and friends a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy and Healthy New Year. The next Lunch Meeting for the Kawana Waters

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ACROSS 1 Otherwise reproduces established methods 6 Follow some extra check-outs 7 In case pianos display colour 8 An obstruction to the racecourse starting gate 11 An invisible spaceship running back in profusion 12 Sounds like heavy metal showed the way 13 Money for points? Nuts! 15 Pulls apart drops of limpid fluid 16 Stops interruptions 18 Seclusion from the world, having given up work

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DOWN 1 Normal state of equality 2 A statuette for Mr Wilde 3 Longs for petitions 4 Joyous ecstasy on cloud nine 5 The ocean drifts to the foreshores 6 One who arranges

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Facts and oddities of the English language Not counting ‘y ‘, Twyndy llyngs, 12 letters long, is the longest word in the English language without any of the five main vowels. The 7 letter rhythms is a more common one. Short words are my, sky and thy .

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David Strassman returns to the Sunshine Coast with a new show ‘CAREFUL What You Wish For’ is the riotously funny all new comedy creation from the twisted mind of comedian David Strassman. Back by

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Alternate realities? Parallel universes? Strassman’s side-splitting new show tumbles down the rabbit hole — a mindbending journey where nothing is as it seems. Chuck Wood and Ted E. Bare are back, transformed by a strange ‘wish” into their bizzaroalternate selves. The road home may be scary for

Strassman… but a hilarious scream for us! What have the critics said? At the Edinburgh Festival, The List said “Absolute genius. The writing is truly superb and the performance – or should that be performances? – breathtaking in linguistic and ventriloquistic dexterity. Takes the ancient art of ventrilo-

“The most exquisite gardens I’ve seen in my 41 years in the garden business. It will be the next wonder of the world” Graham Ellis, The Garden Guru. Set on over three hectares of uniquely layered and manicured gardens, positioned high on the escarpment, the magnificent, privately owned gardens are a panorama of waterfalls, ponds and colourful plantings. Idyllic rainforest surroundings and the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains backdrop create a truly unique garden. Get up close and personal with colourful birds in our Walk-Through Aviary. Watch, listen and photograph the birds as they alight upon you.

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Open 7 days 9am - 4.30pm info@malenybotanicgardens.com.au www.malenybotanicgardens.com.au PH: 07 5408 4110 or 0400 091 731 233 Maleny-Stanley River Rd, Cnr Mountain View Rd, Maleny Qld Group Bookings Welcome Page 38 - Sunshine Coast Seniors - December 2013 / January 2014

quism up several notches.” David Strassman has performance all over Australia and has been a regular feature on Australian TV. Tickets to ‘Careful What You Wish For’ are selling fast and the show is sure to be a sell out so audiences are advised to get in quick. Cost to attend is $54.90 for adults, $49.90 for concessions, $49.90 groups of 10+ For bookings visit Nambour Civic Centre, Upper Level, Centenary Square, Currie Street, Nambour or call 5475 7777 or book online at www.scvenuesandevents. com.au (MA) - Children 12 to 15 years must be accompanied by parents or guardian. No one under 12 years admitted.

Pomona Night of Lights SATURDAY 21st December 2013 at Stan Topper Park 6pm – 8.30pm. Chardonnay slippers, Carol singing, Pomona State School Choir, Santa, Windy Bow all stars, Lantern Parade, Pomona Choir, fantastic raffles. Food and glow sticks available. Memorial Avenue, Christmas Activities, Saturday 21st December from 9am. Face painting (Gold con donation) Lantern making, Santa, music, carols. Free taste testing of local products.

Hair @ Home Perms $70 Ladies Cuts $25 Colours from $25 Men’s Cuts $20 Call me for an appointment today Diana Thorburn

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community news Christmas carols around the region

Fun Christmas fact

CAROLS on the River - Sunday 22nd December at 7:00pm.Invite your family & friends to an awesome night of carols on the river at Noosaville Lions Park, Gympie Terrace. Food, drinks and glow products available on the night. Come early, bring rugs and/ or chairs and get yourselves the perfect spot. Carols on Kings - Sunday 22 December from 5.30 pm. Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at Kings Beach Amphitheatre. Bring a blanket, chair and picnic basket and sing along to your favourite carols with local performers. Peregian Beach Christmas Carols - Christmas Eve from 4.30-8.30pm at Peregian Beach Park.

THE traditional three colours of Christmas are green, red, and gold. Green has long been a symbol of life and rebirth; red symbolises the blood of Christ, and gold represents light as well as wealth and royalty.

Christmas Church Service ST PETER’S Anglican Church has a number of Christmas services and everyone is invited to attend. December 24th – Christmas Eve: Family Service at 5.30pm and includes Children’s activities and talk. Christmas Carols at 11pm; Midnight Services 11.30pm including Holy Communion. Christmas Day – December 25th:

On Christmas Day there is only one service and that is at 8am. The theme for Christmas Day is Jesus dwells among us. There will be a celebration of Holy Communion at this service St Peter’s Anglican Church is to be found at the corner of Beach Road and Church St Maroochydore. Phone 5443 2113 or visit our web site www.churchanglican.maroochydore.org.au

Arthouse Cinema goes online

NAMBOUR Civic Centre is the home of the Nambour Arthouse Cinema, the coast’s premier arthouse cinema. The cinema shows foreign, arthouse and independent films along with classic and selected acclaimed Hollywood releases, with screenings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Over 1100 people attend the cinema each week and cinema goers now have the added convenience of being able to purchase their tickets online. For many years, customers have only been able to purchase tickets in person from the box office, and they will still continue to be able to do this, however access to online tickets is a necessity in this day and age which is why the arthouse cinema has made this service available. The Nambour Arthouse Cinema has a

diverse range of interesting films on offer. The cinema also has a loyal membership group called ‘The Film Club’ which is now in its 16th year and boasts a dedicated membership base of almost 400 people who regularly attend the cinema and participate in monthly events. For more information on these films or to book online, go to www.scvenuesandevents.com.au. Ticket Prices: Adults $14.00 / Concession / Full time Student $11.00 / Film Club member & Child $9.00. Session Times: Fridays 6:30pm / Saturdays 7:30pm / Sundays 4:30pm Please check the guide and some session times may vary Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Level 3, Centenary Square, 52 – 64 Currie Street Nambour - Box Office: 5475 7799.

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Our special discounted private property adverts will no longer be accepted. Any current bookings will continue until finished. Enquiries for sizes and rates for future property for sale ads please email advertising@seniorsnewspaper.com.au or phone 1300 880 265

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