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Countdown to Scarecrow Festival
HE Tamborine Mountain Scarecrow Festival gets under way next week and competitors are working flat out to assemble their entries. Some are closely guarded secrets, others have already made an appearance. While the scarecrows enjoy pride of place during the festival, there is also a major focus this year on the performing arts, colouring and poetry competitions, film, bush dancing and a street party and entertainment. All this takes place over three days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 18 to 20. On the Friday night there will be a family-friendly street party from 6pm to 9pm on Main Street, North Tamborine. Participants and food traders are being encouraged to dress in theme with the festival. Entertainers will be scattered throughout the street. The Zamia Theatre will feature the original Wizard of Oz. The theatre will be supervised and the snack bar will be operated by Tamborine Mountain Little Theatre. While attendees are welcome to bring their own food, all the food outlets in the precinct will be open for business. Poets are invited to submit their entries for their competition by Friday 11 October and to attend an afternoon of poetry recitals at Marks and Garden Gallery and Cafe on Sunday 13 October at 3pm. Friday 18 October Judging of Scarecrow Trail entries: All scarecrows competing are to be out on the Scarecrow Trail by 10am ready for
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T was the day the church went to the dogs and the dogs went to the church. While the invitation to celebrate the feast of St Francis of Assisi at St George’s Anglican Church was extended to all creatures great and small on Sunday, it was a dog day as canines proved the most popular pets among the congregation. There were big dogs, little dogs, lap dogs and working dogs and there was a
TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS PO Box 118 North Tamborine Qld 4272 Phone 5545 3170 or 0431 722 177 editor@tamborinemountainnews.com Managing Editor: Gary Stubbs News Editor: Lisa Stubbs Graphics/Design: Penny Aagaard Printed in the Scenic Rim by Beaudesert Times
Our masthead features the Great Barred Frog (Mixophyes fasciolatus), a ground-dwelling amphibian native to the rainforests of the Tamborine Mountain area.
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Rob Rawlinson, of Eagle Heights, preparing his scarecrow for the competition
the teams of scarecrow judges. Main Street Party: Food, entertainment. Screening of the original Wizard of Oz at Zamia Theatre, 6pm-9pm. Saturday 19 October Explore Scarecrow Trail all day Entertainment: 10-2 throughout Main Street precinct; 10-4 along Gallery Walk. Kids for Kids Concert: Zamia Theatre 12-4pm Bush Dance: Vonda Youngman Community Centre 6pm-10 pm Sunday 20 October Explore Scarecrow Trail all day Entertainment: 10am–4 pm Entertainment along Gallery Walk Finale: 4pm entertainment and presentation of prizes at The Brewery FOR ALL INFORMATION PHONE 0404 453 777.
special blessing for them all – the long and the short and the tall. St Francis of Assisi, who died in Italy on October 4, 1226, is the patron saint of animals and the environment and his feast day is a time when many churches, Anglican and Catholic, open their doors to pets to receive a blessing. On the Mountain, the event was a howling success and while some of the four legged members of the congregation joined in singing the hymns, all were at their angelic best.
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Full driveway service now at Shell servo R EMEMBER the days of good, old fashioned driveway service when you pulled into your local garage. Well, they’re back at Shell North Tamborine service station and convenience store. Site manager, Jess Wilson, said full driveway service was now available between 10am and 1pm Monday to Friday. This included pumping fuel, cleaning windows, and checking tyres and oil. “We hope this is something our customers will enjoy,” said Jess. “We pride ourself on being a community store and we believe the new service will be appreciated by many of our customers, especially women and elderly drivers.” Shell North Tamborine opens Monday to Friday from 5am to 9pm, and 6am to 9pm weekends and public holidays. In addition to its driveway products and services, it carries a large range of convenience products including gas bottles, ice, oils, groceries, snacks, drinks, ice creams and more. “We also have a tasty range of food to go. You can choose from sandwiches, wraps, and cakes, or our range of Outback pies,” said Jess. “Our enthusiastic team is there to try and meet all of our customers’ needs. With our latest addition to the team we now have
Happy members of the Shell North Tamborine team, (from left) Corrie Harris, Trish Scott, Jess Wilson and Kacey Haigh.
seven staff members working here.” Only last week Corrie Harris joined the team, donned the distinctive Shell shirt and got down to work. Monthly specials are a regular feature at
Shell North Tamborine and when customers present the Shell ad on page 15 they will receive a 10 per cent discount on any Shell oil purchase up to the end of October.
Council Notices 2014 Australia Day Awards The call is out for Scenic Rim residents to nominate outstanding citizens for the 2014 Australia Day Awards. These awards recognise the significant contributions made by individuals or groups to the Scenic Rim or wider community. Council will acknowledge the achievements and community contributions of nominees and finalists at the annual Australia Day Award Presentations in January 2014. Nominations close 4.30pm, Friday 15 November 2013. Nomination forms and further information available at Council’s Customer Service Centres, Libraries and on Council’s website or by contacting Events Officer Christy Schloss on 5540 5399. Temporary Road Closure Tamrookum Church Road, Tamrookum: 27 September 2013 1 February 2014 (subject to change) Scenic Rim Regional Council will commence works to replace Bruxner Bridge on Tamrookum Church Road, Tamrookum, from Friday 27
September 2013. It is expected these works will take four months to complete and the bridge site on Tamrookum Church Road will be closed to all traffic for the period of construction. An alternative route is available via Christmas Creek Road and the Mt Lindesay Highway. Council thanks motorists and residents for their patience during these works, which form part of Council’s ongoing Capital Works Program. Please observe traffic advisory signage and directions from site personnel. Additional assistance to direct vehicles will be provided where required, to reduce the impact of the works. Any enquiries regarding these works should be directed to Council on 5540 5166.
LIVE @ THE CENTRES BAMS presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Until Sat 26 October Check times and prices on website @ The Centre Beaudesert
Musical Mornings – In The Mood Again: The 1940s Golden Age of Radio Show Fri 11 October 11am (complimentary morning tea from 10am) Tickets $16; Groups 10+ $12.50 @ The Centre Beaudesert Boonah’s Big Night Out Sat 12 October 6pm Art auction, live music. $20 includes finger food @ Boonah Cultural Centre Arts Dinner – Arts Funding and Career Expo Tue 22 October 6pm Free event RSVP 21 October ph. 5540 5050 @ The Centre Beaudesert Classic Flick – In the Good Old Summertime (G) Thu 24 October 9.30am $5 includes morning tea @ The Centre Beaudesert EXHIBITIONS (free admission) Echoes ASSI 150 Continues until 26 October
A shared history of Beaudesert and the arrival of the first South Sea Islanders 150 years ago @ The Centre Beaudesert Animated Steel Continues until 3 November Works by Christopher Trotter @ Boonah Regional Art Gallery Arts Call Out 2014 Studios of the Scenic Rim Calling for applications for 2014 round of open studios. For enquiries and to receive your application pack, phone 5540 5050 or email your name and postal address to thecentre@scenicrim.qld.gov.au. Also calling for venues interested in hosting Artists-in-Residence during the 2014 Studios program. Closing date 25 October, 2013. For more information: www.liveatthecentre.com.au Boonah Cultural Centre 5463 1524 The Centre 5540 5050
For more information on Council services and events, please visit www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 360 555. Follow Council on social media www.facebook.com/ScenicRimRC or www.twitter/ScenicRimRC TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS VOL. 1363, 8 OCTOBER, 2013 – 3
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Take some weight off your plate and your waistline F you are fed up with fad diets, pills and powders or counting calories to try to lose weight, a simple system devised by a Tamborine Mountain couple may be the answer. With more than four years of scientific research and the help of her husband, Dr John Arbuckle, Kelly Arbuckle has developed the Waitplate System, which encourages a return to the body’s own natural eating style. There are no pills, powders, diet books, food group restrictions, contracts, pre-packed meals or gimmicks – the Waitplate System combines commonsense and science for sustainable weight management by helping to retrain the body’s hunger/satiety response. Kelly believes that it is not only fast food but fast eating which is responsible largely for the growing obesity epidemic in Australia. “When we eat, presuming that what we eat is recognised by our systems as food – most processed food is not – a cascade of hormonal responses begins in our stomach and gastro-intestinal tract,” she said. “By an almost miraculous process, which the Waitplate System helps to restore, our brain, the hypothalamus, registers our nutritional and caloric satiety. “If we eat too quickly, there is no transfer of satiety information to the hypothalamus, so over eating results and this results in overweight or obesity.” Kelly’s study of nutrition showed her that some of the healthiest and longest living people in the world eat food as close as possible to the way nature intended, eat small portions slowly and eat only when hungry and stop when they are 80 per cent full. “In a recent Japanese study, it was found that one of the greatest predictors of obesity was the speed of eating in childhood,” she said. “Have you ever noticed how toddlers instinctively know how much food to eat, but as adults we encourage them to finish their
Kelly Arbuckle, with the help of husband, Dr John Arbuckle, developed the Waitplate System on Tamborine Mountain.
food quickly, eat larger portions and finish everything on their plate before dessert?” The Waitplate System aims to break the habit of over-eating and inappropriate eating cycles and combines a plan for nutritious food with appropriate portion sizes. “If the average overweight person or child could reduce their calorie intake by just 20 to 25 per cent using the Waitplate System, they could lose up to half a kilo a week,” said Kelly. “Add to this half an hour of daily exercise and you could take off another quarter to half a kilo of body fat.” The Waitplate System is available online and here on the Mountain at Heavenly Beauty, Shop 4, 18 Main Street, North Tamborine.
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John Penglis (centre), his wife Brenda, and Professor Ian O’Connor, Vice Chancellor of Griffith University.
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Queensland Ambulance, Rural Fire Services and SES through several opera events in the Cedar Creek vineyard. “John Penglis and Cedar Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery have been tremendous supporters of the Institute for Glycomics and we are delighted to award John an Honorary Fellowship as a token of our deep gratitude,” said Professor von Itzstein. The focus of research at the Institute is to discover the role that carbohydrates play in diseases and with that knowledge to develop new drugs and vaccines which will interfere with the biological process of disease. Complex carbohydrates (glycans) are known to be involved in diseases such as cancer, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, brain disorders, and infectious diseases like cholera, tuberculosis and malaria. Glycans interact with glycan-binding proteins in normal and disease states; the study of these glycans as well as the glycan-binding proteins is the underlying theme of the research in the Institute.
John Penglis honoured by research institute EDAR Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery founder, John Penglis, has been made an Honorary Fellow of Griffith University’s Institute for Glycomics in recognition of his 10 years’ support for the research being conducted there. The University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Ian O’Connor, made a presentation to Mr Penglis last week at a ceremony which was attended by members of his family, the Director of the Institute, Professor Mark von Itzstein, and official guests including former Queensland Premier, Rob Borbidge, and Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce President, Chris Kite. Throughout his life, John has been guided by a principle impressed upon him by his Greek father: “Always give back to life a little of what you take.” He’s been giving back to the community for many years now by raising funds for Care Flight, Palliative Care and Community Care, as well as
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Last call for business award nominations
OCAL businesses are being reminded they’ve ‘got to be in it to win it’ for the 2013 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards. With public nominations now closed, Mayor John Brent is urging businesses to ensure they have completed the final steps to be in the running for an award. “I remind all businesses to submit a Business Nomination Form before Friday 11 October, even if they have already received a public nomination. This form is required for awards entry and will be used during the judging process.” Cr Brent said he looked forward to
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seeing an impressive line-up of nominees at this year’s Business Excellence Awards Dinner and Presentation evening on Friday 29 November. Local Government Association of Queensland Ambassador and television personality Heather Foord will MC the gala event. Business Nomination Forms are available on Council’s website, at Customer Service Centres and Libraries, or from your local Chamber of Commerce. For further information, phone Cherie Fletcher on 5540 5314 or visit www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/businessawards
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Biters, Stingers & Sprayers
HE majority of insects in Australia are not harmful to humans; however some insects can bite or sting, usually as a defence when they feel threatened, or as a means of feeding. Ants have three methods of defence depending on the adaptation of the species – they can bite, bite and spray and bite and sting. All ants have mandibles which are mouthpart structures used to cut, grasp and crush food and for defence. While some ant species only have the ability to bite as a defence, other species have developed more sophisticated arsenals. Most ants bite, hold on with their mandibles, arch their body, and use a venom organ on the tail to deliver a liquid irritant spray consisting mainly of formic acid onto the bite site. Only a minority of ant species, including native species of the Mytmecia genus, such as green ants and jumping ants (pictured) and the imported pest species, fire ants, have a barbless sting attached to a venom sac in the tail. The venom is proteinaceous and contains a wide range of compounds including histamine, dopamine and amino acids. The immunotoxin, which is a major component of jumping ant venom, is four times more potent than bee venom. Fire ants are particularly fierce. They have a high concentration of alkaloid toxins in their venom. When attacking they grip on with their mandibles, pivot and inflict seven to eight stings in a semi circular pattern. Since hundreds to thousands of fire ants respond aggressively to any threat, multiple bites are usually inflicted. The potential danger from these ant pests to humans,
domestic animals and wildlife should be prompting increased vigilance from governments. Honey bees have a barbed sting with a venom sac attached which is torn away from the bee as the barb lodges in the victim’s skin. This injury kills the bee; however the venom sac continues to pump venom after separation from the bee’s body. Honey bees usually only sting defensively and native bees are stingless. Wasps can sting more than once, they have barbless stings and unlike honey bees do not die after stinging. Native wasps can sting, but the introduced European Wasp is not only more aggressive, it is also attracted to sweet substances which increases its interaction with humans. As a defence mechanism, wasp venom causes pain rather than damage by breaking down cell membranes and stopping blood flow to concentrate pain. The sting of a wasp is not just for defence, it is also used in hunting to kill and paralyse prey. Horse flies, sand flies, midges and mosquitoes are blood sucking insects, Only the females bite in order to obtain a blood meal. The saliva is not venom, it is a complex fluid to assist feeding. However, its proteins promote an immune response in the host which causes inflammation and itching until the immune system breaks down the saliva proteins. Bush walk – Saturday 12 October – Mt French and Mt Edwards Birdo Walk – Wednesday 9 October – Port of Brisbane Nadia O’Carroll
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tate Member for Beaudesert, Jon Krause, has welcomed the latest allocation of $285,779 for 14 local Beaudesert electorate community groups in grant funding administered by the State Government. It’s part of millions of dollars provided across Queensland through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund and the Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund. Organisations to receive funding were: Tamborine Mountain Golf Club ($7500), Beaudesert Community Arts and Inform. Assoc. ( $12,570), Tamborine Equestrian Group ($35,000), Boonah Show Society ($18,086), Fassifern Lions Club ($35,000), Beaudesert State School P & C ($31,818), Aratula Sport & Recreation Assoc. ($34,500), Queensland Blue Light Assoc. – Tamborine ($24,034), Tamborine Mountain Rugby Union Club ($5500), Jimboomba Community Kindergarten Assoc ($5909), Southern Astronomical Society ($11,953), Young Men’s Christian Assoc (Canungra) ($6908), Tamborine Mountain A H & I (Show) Society ($30,000), Beaudesert Brumbies AFL Club ($27,000). Any organization seeking information about future grants should contact Mr Krause’s office or visit www.olgr.qld.gov.au/grants.
Forced move has a silver lining
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John and Wendy Orr in their current wellknown shop.
forced re-location sees John and Wendy Orr, the owners of Tamborine Takeaway, closing the popular ‘fish and chip’ shop they have operated for the past six years and moving to new premises only metres away. “We’ll close the current premises on Friday 11 October and continue in Shop 3 of Tamborine Mountain Plaza on Tuesday October 29,” said John. “We regret any inconvenience to our many loyal customers, but we’ll be back
Getting ready to re-open at their new premises on 29 October.
bigger, better and brighter. “A plane crash could not destroy us and neither will this. Not only will we continue with our great range of seafood, hamburgers and snacks, but we’ll be introducing some tasty new food products, as well as some new services.” Wendy said she and John were grateful to the Mountain community for their many years of support and were excited at the prospect of serving them from their new shop which will be near the recentlyopened Japanese restaurant, Leaf.
Love and Marriage
Dear Geoff, In just the last 48 hours I have seen several articles/reports on struggling and broken marriages. I have not gone looking for these media reports. This has occurred in the normal course of reading a magazine or watching TV. It is tired common knowledge that the ‘institution’ of marriage is under fire and it remains to be seen how much longer it will be able to hold out in any recognisable form. ‘Traditional’ marriage has been welcomed, culturally formalised, and legally protected, in western and other societies for millennia. Some people will see the unravelling of marriage as a great forward step in the progress of human freedom. Others will lament the tossing out of a basic human dynamic structure that has proved to be a foundational building block of civilisations. One thing is fairly certain, as long as we read our Bibles, and take the content of Scripture seriously, we will be reminded of what marriage is, where it came from, what its purposes are and how to go about building one that is honouring to God, and if necessary, countercultural. Could you imagine a time when marriage between a man and a woman would be countercultural? Isn’t that time now? How are you handling the pressures of a society that encourages you to privatise your happiness? Do we think it is true that personal self-fulfilment is achievable only if we are willing to sacrifice every other human relationship at the altar of ME?
The paradox in this is that many of us think other people are our means to happiness. It’s when they fail to deliver that happiness that we begin to look for a use by date. As one of my mentors used to say, ‘If you demand perfection or nothing, you will get nothing.’ Marriage is increasingly countercultural. The idea that you can love another person over the long haul, ‘for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer’, etc., is a modern fairytale. Nice words, nice sentiment, but totally unrealistic. But is it unrealistic? Isn’t this kind of love countercultural? (1 Corinthians 13:4-7) ‘Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not selfseeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.’ This kind of love lives in the brokenness of life. It thrives and deepens in the midst of difficulties. It is a love that is from God, to us, and from us to others. It is found in the concrete demonstration of God’s love for us in Christ. Though we see vestiges of love in many human experiences, it is most truly and powerfully experienced in personal relationship with Jesus Christ, who ‘gave himself for me’.
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Your Brother, Kim
Advertisement. Kim Dale, Minister, TM Presbyterian Church: kdale7@bigpond.com or PO Box 5, North Tamborine 4272.
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Tamborine Mountain College aims for Prep to 12 Public Notification
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AMBORINE Mountain College is pleased to announce its intention to become a complete Prep to 12 campus. Tamborine Mountain College is an independent, co-educational, nondenominational school serving the hinterland community since 1995 as a secondary campus. As most people are aware, Year 7 will become part of secondary education in 2015. The College is accommodating this by implementing Stage 3 of its Master Plan. Four fabulous new classrooms will be constructed next year, ready for the Year 7 intake in 2015. This year, the College successfully negotiated the purchase of an adjoining property. That has created the opportunity for expansion. Having established that there is a demand on the Mountain for private, primary, independent education, the College is making application for accreditation to enable it to offer Years Prep to 6. Subject to Council approval, it is intended to establish a primary campus on the recently acquired property which will enable the College to offer P-12 . That will complete what is the natural progression of an independent school. Subject to relevant approvals and to confirmation of the anticipated level of demand for private primary education, the plan is to begin primary education on the new campus in 2015.
That will be a very big year for the College, welcoming Year 7 on the existing secondary campus and opening its doors to P-6 on the new adjoining campus. Families who are currently sending their children off the Mountain for private primary education will no longer need to do so. For the primary campus the College will adhere to the Australian Curriculum and Early Years Curriculum Guidelines, with play as a context for learning. Also, French will be introduced to the College to offer a language that aligns with our Pacific neighbours and with the European trip, which is on offer at secondary level. Starting French in primary will have College students well equipped for such a wonderful experience overseas. The College has an excellent reputation, academically and socially. It has a philosophy of a student-centred, safe learning environment with a family-like feel. The secondary campus is capped at 250 students and the primary campus will uphold those same values, with capped numbers also. Surveys and statistical studies have indicated a real need can be satisfied with the College’s expansion into primary education. Mr Robert Nicholls, who founded the College in 1995, had a dream for a complete campus but it was not possible to achieve it in his lifetime. The College Board, headed by Chairman, Mr Michael
NOTICE is hereby given that Tamborine Mountain College Ltd of 80 Beacon Road, North Tamborine Qld 4272 has lodged an application with the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board for government funding of Years Prep to 6 of primary education at the Tamborine Mountain College, 72 Beacon Road, North Tamborine Qld 4272 and founded on the philosophy and traditions of the Tamborine Mountain College. The enrolment catchment area relevant to the application is a geographical area generally including the centres and suburbs of Mount Tamborine, Tamborine, Canungra, Upper Coomera, Oxenford, Maudsland, Guanaba, Cedar Creek and Jimboomba. Anyone may inspect the application and accompanying documents at the registered office of the applicant Tamborine Mountain College, 80 Beacon Road, North Tamborine Qld 4272 or at the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board Secretariat, Floor 3, Education House, 30 Mary Street, Brisbane. Copies of the application may be obtained from the applicant at the above location. Copies of any accompanying documents will not be provided. Anyone may make a submission about the application to the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board, PO Box 15347, City East Qld 4002. A properly made submission is one that is written, is signed by or for each person making the submission, states the name and address of each signatory, and is lodged within 35 days from the date of this notice. Submissions may address only the criteria for eligibility for government funding stated in sections 85 and 86 of the Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Act 2001.
Kyle, along with the Principal, Mrs June Melbourne, has worked tirelessly to make this happen. Many College families have wanted a complete campus of P-12 for many years and now the dream is likely to come true. We are very lucky as a community to have such wonderful educational choices and opportunities here on our doorstep.
TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN COLLEGE intends to include Primary Schooling. Expressions of Interest invited to enrol: Prep – Grade 6 for 2015. No longer will you need to travel off the mountain for private primary schooling! Call 5545 3644 or email admin@tmc.qld.edu.au • Parent/Guardian Name • Contact details • Student Name • Date of Birth • Grade for 2015 7 2 – 8 0 B e a c o n R o a d , N o r t h Ta m b o r i n e 4 2 7 2 ~ w w w. t m c . q l d . e d u . a u 10 – TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS VOL. 1363, 8 OCTOBER, 2013
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MEET BARRY POST – CLARINETTIST PLUS Riverina lad, Barry became a pastry cook, worked in textiles for 10 years, played clarinet, alto and tenor saxophone, completed his national service, became a successful businessman with bakery, oyster farm, government contracts and other enterprises, raised three children, built and sailed a 46 ft yacht for six years and led an award-winning rock band – and that was just for starters! Benny Goodman, the world famous clarinettist of the ‘40s and ’50s, was Barry’s inspiration. Barry spent three months intensively studying the clarinet and with hope in his heart, presented himself for membership of a band. Barry was a sturdy lad, about 6 feet tall – that was it, he was issued with a BB Bass, the largest instrument and furthest from a clarinet in the band! In a gold braided blue uniform and cap to match, plus the biggest instrument in the band, Barry was described by his mates as having more front than a rat with a gold tooth! After years leading the multi-award winning Zodiacs, disaster struck. Barry’s highly-prized two saxophones and a clarinet were stolen from his car. He decided to take a break from the band but it was not long before his business life took over – and a quick 45 years slipped by. Living on the Gold Coast with his Chilean wife, Zulema, he doggedly sought out a Selma Centre Tone clarinet, one of the finest of clarinets but a model not produced for years. After thoroughly testing the locks on his car, he joined the New Starters Band, and the Gold Coast Wind Orchestra (aka The Baked Bean Band). Now, with the bit (or at least clarinet), between his teeth, Barry then joined the Hinterland Community Band, started his own 20-member swing band and became a valued clarinettist and saxophonist in our Tamborine Mountain Orchestra. Just to keep his hand in, he is also a member of Jazz Plus, a small jazz band that plays occasional gigs on the Mountain. Even Barry admits that he is ‘a bit light on for spare time to go fishing’. Hear Barry at our next concert at St George’s Church at 2.30pm on Sunday 20 October. Terry Holland If you can play an instrument and can read music (a bit rusty is OK), why not join Barry and the other happy members of the relaxed, community-style Tamborine Mountain Orchestra? Contact Russell 5545 1092 or Terry 5545 3257.
About the Tamborine Mountain Orchestra
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New footpath better for disabled
he upgrade of 30 metres of concrete footpath and vehicle access was progressing well in Main Street last week. The project is essentially replacing steep and uneven sections of concrete footpath with a level section of footpath which complies with current disability standards. This will allow easier and safer passage for elderly pedestrians and for people with disabilities who use powered wheelchairs and scooters. The slope from the new level footpath to upgraded kerb and channel will also comply with current disability standards.
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Eliza welcomed as property manager
OBSERVE THE MOON NIGHT Saturday, October 12 Tamborine Village Lions Club At Woodstock Evolve 231 Plunkett Road Tamborine Gold coin entry CRAFT EXTRAVAGANZA CHRISTMAS FAIR Thursday, October 10 to Sunday, October 13. Vonda Youngman Community Centre BAMS “Beauty and the Beast” October 4-26, The Centre, Brisbane St Beaudesert. SCARECROW FESTIVAL October 18 to 20
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Partners/Solicitors Varro Clarke Margaret Steen Solicitors Tegan Tenni
LIZA Jones has joined Professionals Kendall Real Estate as its new property manager. She has worked in real estate for more than 14 years and has an excellent understanding of the expectations of both landlords and tenants. Eliza has lived in the Scenic Rim for most of her life and has invaluable local knowledge and experience. “We can assure investors and tenants that they will receive great service from Eliza. If the lights are on during the week then Eliza will be here and you are most welcome to pop in to meet her – for a rental appraisal, to find a rental or just for a cuppa,” said Gerard Ellen, Principal of Professionals Kendall Real Estate.
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Consultant Stephen Train
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TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN ORCHESTRA CONCERT – 2.30pm October 20 at St George’s Anglican Church, Dapsang Drive North Tamborine ST GEORGE’S CHURCH SPRING FAIR Dapsang Drive, Eagle heights November 2 TOUR DE TAMBORINE November 29 to December 1 MARKETS Tamborine Mtn Markets, Showgrounds Second Sunday of each month Tamborine Mountain State School Last Sunday of each month BEARDED DRAGON Nutrition Over Coffee October 10, 9.30-11.30am
OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm Tel: 5545 1033 Fax: 5545 5545 1011 1011
BRISBANE OFFICE Level One, 293 Queen Street BRISBANE
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PLANNING SCHEME Planning Scheme forums were held on 24, 25 and 26 September in Boonah, Beaudesert and Tamborine Mountain respectively. These forums provided the strategic overview which will inform the Direction Papers which are the next product to be produced. Council will review the Direction Papers and then they will be published for community comment. The timelines have not yet been finalised so I will not speculate. However, I will keep you advised on progress. SCENIC RIM TRANSPORT The free bus service has commenced again with buses running from Tamborine Mountain to Beaudesert and Boonah on 19 October, 16 November, and 19 and 21 December. For departure times and locations, phone 5545 1139. MOUNTAIN FESTIVITIES Congratulations to the organisers and participants in this year’s Springtime on the Mountain festival. The next festivities on the Mountain are: • Thursday 10 October to Sunday 13 October – Craft Extravaganza Christmas Fair • Friday 18 October to Sunday 20 October – Scarecrow Festival with a Main Street party on Friday 18 October and a bush dance on Saturday 19 October. Scarecrow Trail registration forms can be found on the website at www.tamborinemtncc.org.au or at various outlets around the Mountain. AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Entries close on Friday 14 November at 4.30pm. For information, please visit Council’s website at www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/australia-day-awards or phone Council on 07 5540 5399. TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN POOL OPENING HOURS Opening hours are: Monday to Friday 6am–6pm Saturday 8am–6pm Sunday 9am–4pm. Aqua Aerobics commence on 30 October and Learn to Swim commences on 8 October. For inquiries, please contact Donna on 0417 775 203. CLOSURE OF FRIENDLY GROCER I am disappointed at the closure of the Friendly Grocer and appreciate the problems this might cause some residents living in close proximity to the closed shop. If you are having problems with shopping, one point of call is Tamborine Mountain Community Care on 07 5545 4968. WASTE TRANSFER STATION As a result of community feedback, the Waste Transfer Station will be open on Mondays from 7 Octobeber from 7am to 5pm for the remainder of the trial period which ends in the New Year with a review to be conducted in February. Other opening hours are 9am to 5pm, with Wednesday being a closed day. A sign, outlining the revised opening hours, has now been erected at the entrance of Knoll Road to assist you and save an unnecessary journey. Please adopt a more cautious approach when travelling down Knoll Road and keep your speed down to 40kph. CONSULTATION The next consultation in the Library will be on Monday 4 November, 4pm- 5pm. Please note the change of timings. I am also available for one-on-one meetings at your convenience. My contact details are: Home: 07 5545 0223; Mobile: 0423 931 075; Email: npw1@sctelco.net.au; and nigel.w@scenicrim.qld.gov.au
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GET READY WEEK 14 TO 20 OCTOBER This promotion encourages residents to be prepared for disasters such as storms and bushfires by having emergency plans, evacuation plans and emergency kits ready if needed. Also a reminder to make plans for your pets in disasters. Free waterproof document wallets are available from customer service centres to assist residents to protect their important personal papers. NEW SRRC PLANNING SCHEME At three recent forums the Planning Scheme project team held presentations on land uses based on extensive research which, together with feedback, will contribute to the development of a direction paper for the new Planning Scheme. I would like to commend the team for the quality of its presentation. Transparency, public involvement in consultation and public engagement will be important in the development of the new Planning Scheme over the next few years. COMMUNITY GRANTS The next round of the SRRC community grants closes on 9 November for events from January onwards. www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/community-grants BEAUDESERT CYCLE CLUB OPEN DAY Cycle information, displays, cycle tips, giveaways, raffle and much more for all ages will be held at Wyaralong Dam on Sunday 13 October 8am to 12 noon. All queries: info@beaudesertcc.com and Peter 0407 768 850. CRAFT EXTRAVAGANZA CHRISTMAS FAIR The fair will be held 10 to 13 October at the Vonda Youngman Community Centre from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free, although a gold coin donation to Tamborine Mountain Rural Fire Brigade would be appreciated. For further information contact Dorothy Holloway on 5545 2822. BAMS THEATRE INC PRESENTS BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Based on the successful stage version of the Disney classic, BAMS production is playing at the Centre, Beaudesert 4–26 October (5540 5050). OPEN STUDIOS A call to artists that 2014 studio applications are now open for artists and art collectives and organisations and operators within the Scenic Rim wishing to secure an artist as an artist-in-residence during the 2014 round of Open Studios. Applications close 25 October. ROAD INFORMATION To check on work on the road network please refer to SRRC website www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/roads-update. Council website: www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au My contact details: nadia.o@scenicrim.qld.gov.au Phone: 5540 5402 Mobile: 0418 221 453
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ANUNGRA Sports and Recreation Grounds Inc will clean up Canungra Creek thanks to funding under the latest round of the State Government’s Everyone’s Environment grants program. State Member for Beaudesert, Jon Krause, said Canungra Sports and Recreation Grounds Inc would use the $24,000 grant to revegetate and restore Canungra Creek which runs through Canungra township. “The project will see the removal and control of weeds and planting of vegetation along the river,” said Mr Krause. “This will boost biodiversity in this important ecosystem and provide food and habitat for native wildlife including reptiles, birds and aquatic species.”
Funds for Canungra Creek clean-up
Prep Parent Information Evening Tuesday 22nd October 2013 7pm in the Hub
Tamborine Mountain State School invites parents of children eligible for Prep in 2014 (i.e. born 1 July 2008–30 June 2009) to
Find out about: what a day in Prep looks like; uniforms; booklists; policies and procedures.
Meet the team: Teachers, Deputy Principal & Principal. Curtis Road, North Tamborine. Phone 5545 5333
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Bananas $1.47kg
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The Mountaintop Hair Shoppe Phone: 5545 1491
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am–4pm Tues & Sat 9am–12 noon
Main St., North Tamborine
PUPPY SCHOOL • BASIC POSITIVE REWARD TRAINING • SOCIALISATION • TOILET TRAINING • PROBLEM SOLVING • PUPPY HEALTH TM VET SURGERY/CANUNGRA VET SURGERY PH: 5545 2422/ PH: 5543 5622
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SENIORS ONTHENET Friday 11 October at T.M. Creative Arts Centre
Wongawallan Road Eagle Heights
ALISTAIR MacDONALD
from SOTN Southport will discuss
“Android pad and look at converting Vinyl records, VHS video and sound cassette tapes to digital formats.”
Cuppa at 9:30am. Presentation at 10:00 Entry $2 – Visitors welcome
Maragret & Frank 5545 2247
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
I’d like to take this opportunity to provide an update on the progress of the Scenic Rim Planning Scheme project. In March, Council endorsed the commencement of a three-year process to develop a unified planning scheme for the Scenic Rim. I would like to stress ‘three-year process’ as there appears to be some misconceptions about how this project is progressing and the level of community involvement thus far. Currently, as a legacy of the amalgamation in 2008, the Scenic Rim operates under the Beaudesert Shire Planning Scheme 2007, Boonah Planning Scheme 2006 and parts of the Ipswich Planning Scheme 2006. The Scenic Rim Planning Scheme project seeks to draft an entirely new document, a singular and unified planning and development framework covering the entire region. That does not mean a one-size-fits-all document. The new scheme will establish a consistent set of ground rules but will also enshrine the individual character of the diverse communities within the region and provide for the appropriate regulation of present and future development. But that’s by early 2016.Right now, Council is six months into what is broadly a 36-month project – there is no new planning scheme, no detail, not even a draft. Over the past few months, the Planning Scheme Project Team has compiled extensive research data relating to land use within the region. This has included a detailed analysis of the four primary land
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use types – residential, rural, industrial and retail/commercial – to gain a greater understanding of supply, demand, issues and needs. A socio-demographic and economic analysis has also been undertaken. During June and July, Scenic Rim residents and stakeholder bodies – community associations, local interest groups, business and industry organisations and government agencies – were invited to contribute to the formulation of a Directions Paper for the new planning scheme. The process was advertised in local media, promoted on Council’s website, and around our facilities. As the name suggests, this is about creating a document to set the overarching direction of the project before pen is even put to paper. Those individuals and groups who contributed to this initial Directions Paper process were personally invited to attend one of three forums held in Boonah, Beaudesert and Tamborine Mountain to discuss the project findings to date, validate these and provide further feedback. To date, Council has undertaken two consultation processes just to plan for the plan. In the coming weeks, the Planning Scheme Project Team will report back to Council on the outcomes of the Directions Paper process and, with our endorsement, will begin to advance the formulation of the core elements of the new Planning Scheme. Over the coming months and years there will be significant consultation and engagement with the community in relation to the proposed elements of the new planning scheme. This will occur well before a draft document is even finalised, with further opportunity to provide feedback on the draft before 2016. During this time, I personally encourage every Scenic Rim resident to have a say in this important project. John Brent
Wanted: old glasses and hearing aids
he Lions Club of Australia has been collecting and donating used glasses to third world countries for more than 15 years. Last year Australians gave 500,000 pairs of glasses free to people in Africa, Moldova, India, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Thailand, Vanuatu, Papua, Solomon Islands, Fiji, East Timor and the Pacific Rim. These glasses are provided to people who could not otherwise afford to buy them and continue with normal life. All glasses are tested, washed, dried and graded in Lensometer machines, then sorted and packed and distributed to Lions Clubs, church missions and humanitarian groups for distribution to people in need. The Lions Club of Australia has also
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branched out to include hearing aids which are also desperately needed. The PA Hospital in Brisbane has a two year waiting list for recycled hearing aids. These are tested and reconfigured (if possible) and provided to pensioners who could not otherwise afford them. Donation boxes can be found at Harcourts Tamborine Village and on Tamborine Village Lions Market Day. If you have glasses or hearing aids but cannot get to a collection point, Tamborine Village Lions would be happy to collect them from you. If you are a business and would like to have a small donation box placed on your premises, this can also be arranged. Contact Chris Watkins on 0429 458 577 for further information.
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The only purely 100% Australian Funeral Company and Crematorium Winner Qld Seniors Excellence Award
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Sausage sizzle for cancer research Professionals Kendall Real Estate got together with the local community recently to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) research programme. Thanks to Mike for the sausages, Joseph for his onions and North Tamborine Bakery for the generous loaves of bread. Also to Clancy’s and Belvedere for donating dinner vouchers for the raffle. NBCF Pink Ribbons at $3 each and raffle tickets at $1 each are still available at front reception – so pop in and say hello if you would like to contribute to this valuable research. Stay tuned. There’ll be more fund-raising during the Scarecrow Festival.
Queensland Police Service Logan District Crime Prevention Unit HAVE YOUR VEHICLE FITTED WITH FREE ONE-WAY SCREWS BY OUR VOLUNTEERS in POLICING WHEN: TIME: WHERE:
SATURDAY 9TH NOVEMBER 10AM - 12 NOON VONDA YOUNGMAN COMMUNITY CENTRE Main Street, North Tamborine Stolen Registration Plates are used to disguise a vehicle in order to commit crimes and are also used on unregistered vehicles to make it appear as if the vehicle is registered. Regularly check your vehicle to see that both plates are still in place. If they have been stolen, report the theft promptly to PoliceLink 131 444. Consider having one-way screws fitted to your vehicle in order to make it more secure and difficult for your number plates to be removed by thieves. Any enquiries can be made at North Tamborine Police 5545 3473.
Marks & Gardner Gallery & Bookshop
Café & Contemporary Art Open Wed-Sun 9am-4pm PH 5545 4992 69 Main Western Rd, North Tamborine
Tamborine Community Church Vonda Youngman Community Centre, Main Street, North Tamborine.
SUNDAYS 10am ALL WELCOME Pastor Greg Hunt – 0402 662 998
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Good grief! What are Henry, Vic and Betty up to under the blanket? More will be revealed at the Zamia Theatre from 1 November.
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‘Funny Money’ also very funny play
EHEARSALS for Tamborine Mountain Little Theatre’s next production are coming along at a cracking pace, although the cast members are laughing so much rehearsals are sometimes lasting longer than scheduled. This is a very funny play, with lots of farcical confusion. Although the cast numbers only seven and a bit, there are times when there appear to be more! Is Henry whom he says he is, or is he Freddy? Are Jean, Vic or Betty whom they say they are? Is Bill really Ben? Can £735,000 really turn into a cheese and chutney sandwich? All these questions, and more, will be answered at the Zamia Theatre, when Tamborine Mountain Little Theatre presents its latest rib-tickling romp with Funny Money, a farce by Ray Cooney. Make sure you book early for this enjoyable play. For credit card bookings go to www.tmlt.com.au and follow the prompts to the online booking system. For all other bookings, telephone 5545 2084. Production dates are Fridays and Saturdays, November 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 8pm; with a Sunday matinee on November 10 at 2pm. Barbara Lassiter
TRAFFIC ALERT Traffic has now been switched to a single lane on the new John Muntz Bridge, Tamborine-Oxenford Road, Upper Coomera. Traffic on the new bridge will remain one-way, under traffic control until a second lane of traffic can be opened in late 2013. Motorists are advised to be aware of the changed traffic conditions and follow the instructions of traffic controllers.
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Vintage military display at Canungra
HE Military Jeep Club of Queensland will hold its annual swap meet and field day at the Canungra Sports and Recreation Reserve on the weekend of Saturday and Sunday 19 and 20 October. The Club’s aims are to preserve and to promote interest in military vehicles, both soft skinned and armour, particularly but not exclusively, from World War 11. A wide selection of jeeps, motorcycles, trucks and tracked vehicles, all available to be examined by the public, will be on display. Judging for best of class will be carried out on the Sunday morning on the main arena. On the Saturday, various types of vehicles will drive in convoy around the local district. As well as a large display of stationary vehicles, there will also be a grand parade of vehicles around the main arena. A wide range of parts and militaria will be on sale and a number of food and drink stalls will be operating. Admission to the event is $5 each day.
Above and below: Some of the vintage military vehicles that have appeared at past field days. Many are expected to take part again this year.
Surviving Divorce. You are invited to attend a FREE informative evening on financial planning and family law. FIND OUT HOW TO: Pay your child support with before-tax dollars Be tax savvy and financially survive your divorce
Sonya Treble, Certified Financial Planner©, Lawyer, and Principal of Tamborine Mountain Law, will provide useful insights into what to expect, the process, and tips on how to survive divorce. Venue: Legal & Financial Advisory Services Tamborine Mountain Law 6/21 School Road, Mount Tamborine Date: 22 October 2013 Time: 5:45 until 7pm (6pm start) RSVP: Tuesday 8 October – call 5545 1205 or email service@legalfinancial.com.au Light Refreshments Served. Book now as seats are strictly limited. TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS VOL. 1363, 8 OCTOBER, 2013 – 21
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One small place on earth
The properties listed below are available for rent, though some may still be tenanted Y U U L O N G R O A D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 37 5 P W 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM PLUS STUDY K N O L L R O A D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 32 0 P W 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM UNIT, CLOSE TO SHOPS C O R Y P H A C O U RT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 3 2 0 P W 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME D A P S A N G D R I VE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 32 5 P W 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM HOUSE K I N A B A L U D R I V E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 43 5 P W 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM ON ACREAGE, QUIET AREA C A R E Y PA R A D E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 55 0 P W 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM, STUDY, DLUG
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Small-eyed snake – Cryptophis nigrescens, The Knoll National Park.
HE snake languidly crossed the track and settled on an adjacent rock, which allowed plenty of time for filming, even though it hardly shifted position. All the other snakes I have filmed at night were on the move except for a Rough-scaled in Witches Falls, which hid in undergrowth after crossing our path. The Small-eyed is considered dangerous because of the potency of its venom, but it is not habitually aggressive. The average length is 50cm, though it can grow to a metre or more. It occurs along Australia’s eastern coast and moist inland areas from Cape York to Victoria.
Frames from video footage celebrating Tamborine Mountain’s biodiversity. Peter Kuttner
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Bushfire warning from firies
HE Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ) has urged people to be vigilant, with heightened fire conditions predicted for coming days. A trough moving across the State is bringing high temperatures, low humidity and strong gusty winds perfect conditions for fires to spark and spread quickly. RFSQ said: • Landowners should contact their local fire warden before conducting any hazard reduction burns. • Property owners who have recently conducted burns should make sure they are completely extinguished. • Motorists need to ensure they do not throw cigarette butts out of car windows. Information on bushfire preparation can be found at www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au.
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Tamborine Mountain rainfall for September, 2013
FTER an extremely dry August everyone was hoping for some useful rain in September but we were disappointed. Gardens dried up and tanks ran dry. A trough in the middle of the month brought the only rain of much value recorded on the 17th and 18th, with thunder and lightning and some hail. These conditions were very much a repeat of last year’s August and September. The expected rain for September at Fern Street is 51mm and the average is 58mm. Mike Russell, 5545 3601
TM NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION Birdwatchers meet 1st Wed of the month 4pm. Bushwalkers meet 3rd Tues 7:30pm. Meetings held at Historical Society Wongawallan Rd Eagle Hts. Phone 5545 0995 for Birdwatchers or 5545 0140 for Bushwalkers. TMNHA Website www.naturalhistory.org.au
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MEDICAL PRACTICE 14 Main Western Road North Tamborine and Shop 1/17 Southport Avenue Eagle Heights These wonderful spring photos were taken by Gail Molson: Attentive and trusting Little Wattlebirds nesting in a hanging basket.
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foxes and cats have resulted in a struggle for many species. Jim Inglis continues his invaluable connections with local authority in this pressing issue. Gail Molson shared her ecstasy of a magnificent work by joint authors David Attenborough and Errol Fuller: The Discovery, Art and Natural History of the Birds of Paradise. Ivor Filmer
Phone 07 5545 1222 www.tamborinemountainmedical.com.au online booking service available at this website
New office bearers for Natural History Association
OUNTAIN nature lovers recently met to re-elect Nadia O’Carroll as their president, Ros Inglis Secretary and Jeff Eller Treasurer. Mike Russell will be VicePresident. There was lively discussion and increasing anxiety expressed on the deterioration of mammal and bird populations on the Mountain and escarpments. The long march of humanity, plus compelling evidence of ravages by
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Reading the various Tamborine newspapers over the last few months makes me think the mountain is home to a secret sect of conspiracy theorists who seem to be able to articulate all manner of outlandish statements by joining very few pieces of real evidence, or sometimes no evidence at all. The cases mounted against roundup, GM foods and fluoride are state of the art in this area. So what actually constitutes evidence that should be listened to and what constitutes rubbish that should be tossed in the bin? Not surprisingly, this situation has come up before and there is an internationally agreed system by which to grade scientific evidence. Since the proponents of the recent discussions were keen to invoke ‘science’ to support their opinions, it seems reasonable to subject their views to the system outlined below. In simple terms, one way of looking at levels of evidence is as follows: the higher the level, the better the quality; the lower, the greater the bias: I is the highest, V is the lowest.
IV. Evidence from well-designed nonexperimental studies from more than one centre or research group or from case reports. V. Opinions of respected authorities, based on clinical evidence, descriptive studies or reports of expert committees.
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LEVELS OF EVIDENCE I. Strong evidence from at least one systematic review of multiple welldesigned randomised controlled trials. II. Strong evidence from at least one properly designed randomised controlled trial of appropriate size. III. Evidence from well-designed trials such as pseudo-randomised or nonrandomised trials, cohort studies, time series or matched case-controlled studies.
The important statement is the one before the box – the higher the level the better the quality, the lower, the greater the bias. As you can see above, level V evidence is the lowest of the low but it is still based on the opinions of respected authorities and expert committees. We can infer that levels of evidence below this have even greater levels of bias until we get down to plain old unfounded gossip and scuttlebutt. The temptation for the conspiracy theorists must be almost overwhelming to dismiss the system of evidence as yet another conspiracy of the agriculturepharma-military-industrial-US government (insert favourite bogeyman here) complex. However, science cannot be invoked to support the favoured cause whilst simultaneously dismissing the very system that governs it, and to even attempt do so would suggest the protagonist was incontrovertibly biased to begin with. On reviewing the evidence used to support the scare mongering about roundup, GM food and fluoride I would grade it somewhere well below Level V and it may even merit the invention of its own special ‘R’ rating; rubbish that should be tossed in the bin. Dr Doug Shelton
We are told that people have been genetically modifying things for thousands of years when in reality we have only been hybridizing. Genetic modification requires modern science. Hybridization is a natural process that can be controlled/reversed by man or nature and seed progeny is free. While genetic modification is a completely labmade non-reversible process that threatens not only the existence of organic foods and thereby our health, but also the ownership of the seeds we need to survive. That is, wherever it grows, GM seed and its entire offspring remain the property of the corporation even if the wind blows seed into your land. Whenever two plants cross pollinate or when two animals reproduce a form of hybridization occurs. The same process that determines the colour of your eyes or hair is essentially hybridization. Your DNA
remains completely human but dominant and recessive genes that you inherit from your parent’s produce your specific traits. The same thing occurs in nature when two plants from the same family cross pollinate. If a large watery tomato is crossed with a small meaty tomato you might end up with a large, meaty tomato. The DNA is still completely a tomato but with different characteristics. This cross pollination is possible via many natural processes, wind, bees etc. Hybridization doesn’t always result in a new hybrid that will continue a new line with the same characteristics. Hybrids can throw back to either single parent’s line. We would need to keep cross-pollinating the parent’s plants in order to get the desired seed. Often the seed from the hybridized plant will continue to produce the desired outcome and has led to a great number of the favourite foods. Continued next page
Hybridization vs GMOs
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Genetic Modification is an entirely manmade procedure and the genetic code of the organism is forever changed. The genetic change can be made between plants of the same family or between plants and a different species, by inserting DNA information from a completely different plant, animal, fish or insect into the DNA of another. Once made, the new change is dominant and any descendants from the organism will carry the modified DNA. It is important to understand that if a natural cross-pollination occurs via the wind or by a bee, etc. between the GMO and a non-GMO plant, the resulting plant will be genetically modified – there is no going back. The new genetic information is spliced into the DNA via a carrier and is either bacteria or a virus and they remain as part of the new DNA passed down from generation to generation (except with Terminator Seeds which are completely infertile by design). In order to make a frost resistant tomato, the anti-freeze transgene from a Winter Flounder (fish)
was placed into the DNA of a tomato via bacteria. Other modifications are plants resistant to certain herbicides. However, now weeds are evolving and become resistant Super Weeds. A great danger is that nobody knows how these unnatural new organisms will behave over time. Can the carriers used in the process to activate the genes from a different species in the host plant, trigger changes in our own DNA after we ingest them? The seed companies that develop these varieties claim intellectual property rights so that only they can create, control and sell the variety. If there is no difference and nothing to worry about why do companies like Monsanto spend billions lobbying Governments to stop GMOs being listed as “included” on the product labels of those that contain them? There is little cooperation between these large corporations and monitoring/ regulating government bodies. Robyn Knight
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Perfect spring days bring out the best
HE annual Springtime on the Mountain festival was held over three fantastic days in unbelievably fine weather. An estimated 2400 visitors were rewarded with the opportunity to enjoy seven beautifully presented, interesting and very different private gardens, some of which had never opened before. The open gardens trail, as always, was a great hit with the local community and with the many hundreds of visitors from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. All garden owners deserve to be congratulated for their superb efforts and welcoming hospitality. An event of this magnitude does not happen so successfully without the willing and dedicated work of many volunteers from the Tamborine Mountain Garden Club
and the Botanic Gardens, as well as those from the wider community who are just happy to help. In addition to all the committed garden owners, no one worked harder to ensure such a wonderful result than festival convenor, Glenda Sullivan, and her hardworking committee. The purpose of this annual event is primarily to raise funds for the continuing development and maintenance of the Mountain’s magnificent Botanic Gardens, as well as assisting various community organisations Through Tamborine Mountain News, the Tamborine Mountain Garden Club would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to all involved for a job well done. Clockwise from top left: Larraine Bilbie and daughter Sarah Bowe serving delightful homecooked morning and afternoons teas in their beautiful garden setting.
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Janet Beard with some of the stunning hippeastrums on show at her property, one of seven that featured in the open gardens trail. The weather was hot, the visitors were thirsty and Poppy Todd came to the rescue with her home-made lemonade. What’s a vintage sports car got to do with Springtime on the Mountain? This lovingly restored AC just happened to be lurking in the driveway of one of the properties on the open gardens trail and acted as a brief – and in some cases not so brief – distraction for many of the male visitors. It comes from the same stable as the famous AC Cobra, and is now reluctantly for sale. Built in what was a retro style even in 1953, it boasts a six cylinder engine, with cross-flow head, overhead camshaft and triple SU carburettors. The congregation of St George’s Church, Eagle Heights, entered into the spirit of spring by bringing beautiful floral arrangements to decorate the altar. Janet’ Beard’s half acre block was a popular port of call throughout the three-day festival.
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN BUSINESS DIRECTORY Local Country
REMOVALIST Vic Palmer
REMOVALS
Interstate Pre-packing
TREE SERVICES
VET. SURGEON (CONT) Canungra Cnr Pine Rd & Franklin St
5543 5622
Ph: 07 3287 4326 Mobile 0408 743 244
Incorporating Tamborine Mtn Removals
All Hours Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm. Sat 8.30am-11.30am A.H. EMERGENCY SERVICES ALWAYS AVAILABLE
Rock and Timber Retaining Walls RETAINING WALLS
WASTE WATER TREATMENT PU RIF ICAT ION SOL UT IONS • Water Treatment • Waste Water Treatment • Sewerage Plant Maintenance • Pump Sales/Repairs • Designs & Modifications
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WATER SUPPLIES • E x p e rt l y B u i l t • A l l E a r t h w o r k s • En g i ne e r d e s i gn e d , w h en r e qu i r ed • C er t i f i ca t i o n • BS A Li c e n ce d 11 1 1 93 9 Office: 5543 8584 • Mob: 0432 281 075 Email: mark-pearson@bigpond.com
SEPTIC TANK CLEANING
Here’s why you should call “Power Pumping”
✓ You’ll enjoy our friendly staff ✓ You’ll like our fast response time ✓ You’ll enjoy our reliable service ✓ You can trust us, we’re LOCAL • Septic & Sullage Tanks • Grease Traps • Holding Tanks • Treatment Plants • Pumps • Baffles
P: 5545 2692 M: 0408 633 260
VALUER
PONY EXPRESS
VALUER – MALCOLM BISHOPP
MOUNTAIN WATER
Independent Property Valuer, all purposes. Assessments market value, compensation, property settlement, stamp duty, GST. Registered Valuer Queensland No. 734. Member Australian Property Institute (Valuers)
Est 1985 - Maurice & Debbie Friendly, Reliable Delivery
PO Box 107, Eagle Heights 4271 Phone 5545 0022 Fax: 5545 0200
$140 per load BSC Approved
7 DAYS A WEEK Ph: 5545 3935 or 0417 644 498
YOGA
VET SURGEON
Tamborine Mountain resident & business for over 20 years.
YOGA AT MAIN FITNESS SATURDAYS 8.30am with ADRIAN
SEPTIC TANK CLEANING
T: 07 5545 4774 • W: www.mainfitness.com.au
Established on the Mountain since 1990
VETERINARY SURGERY Andr ew Pa xt on- Ha ll BVSc. Chris Corc ora n BVSc. (Hons)
• REJUVENTION • LONGEVITY
Small & Large Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm Animal Practice Saturday 8am - 1pm A fully equipped veterinary hospital right here on the Mountain providing quality service including home visits, x-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood tests, surgery, pet grooming, hydrobath and a full range of pet food supplies.
For all ages and levels
2 Main St, Nth Tamborine
Ph 0412 403 833 • 5543 1784
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TAI CHI
• RELAXATION • BETTER HEALTH
Lee Chang Tye – 0420 349 744 email: relaxedmindtaichi@gmail.com
5545 2422 all hours
A/H Emergency Service Always Available
THE At rear of Presbyterian Church BARGAIN CENTRE $AVE • Secondhand Furniture • Soft Furnishings • Kitchenware • Books • Toys • Accessories & Costume Jewellery • Ladies, Men’s & Children’s Clothing OPEN: Tuesday to Saturday 8.30am – 12noon
Other times by appointment
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7 Saguaro Court
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$395,000 – 1041m2
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COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF! • Beautifully presented • Huge private all weather deck • Amazing modern kitchen • Polished timber floors • Open plan living • Large attractive backyard Jan Pickett 0404 957 263
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GRAND COLONIAL RESIDENCE • Coastal and mountain views • Well maintained property • Formal Lounge and dining • Well hidden from the street • Used as a holiday home • Suit family buyers Dave Lown 0479 131 844
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RENTALS HOMES 203 Guanaba Rd: Large & views: 7 bed, 4 bath ...........$550 pw 27 Yuulong St: Middle of town: 3 bed, 1 bath .............$375 pw 5 Kinabalu Dr: Sweet as!!: 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 car ...........$340 pw 14 Borneo Court
$445,000 – 1626m
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MOUNTAIN HAVEN • Views of beautiful native forest & Gold Coast • Open plan living • Polished timber floors & hardwood deck • Solar panels connected to grid • Large shed under house Elizabeth Stirling 0400 449 978
6 Southport Avenue: older home: 4 bed, 1 bath .........$365 pw 11-13 Java Crt: modern, large & views: 4 bed, 2 bath ..$550 pw COMMERCIAL Shop 5, 21 Southport Ave: large, several practice rooms.....POA Shop 1, 136 Long Road, Gallery Walk ................$400 /wk + gst 1 School Rd, The old Kendall office .....................Attractive Rent pm .30 2 1 12 at S en Op
50 Long Road
43 Paradise Drive
$499,000 – 1012m2
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LET THE SUN SHINE IN… • Enormous sunroom • Large timber deck + clear all-weather blinds • Slow combustion stove, insulated floors • Views in 3 directions • Large secure paved area under house • Home business options David Major 0412 726 507
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57 Pacific Parade .............................10–10.30am 8 Wildflower Court .........................10–10.30am 14 Borneo Court .............................11–11.30am
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BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL • Colourful split level, open plan home • Polished timber floors • Striking kitchen with marble benchtops • Stylish bathroom • Slow combustion heater • Spacious entertainment decks & cubby Elizabeth Stirling 0400 449 978
SATURDAY
50 Long Road ..................................12–12.30pm 40 Riverbend Dr. Canungra ..........12–12.30 pm 55 Macdonnell Road ...................12.30–1.00pm
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