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Jackson stretches his wings!

By Gill MacDonald OUR grandchildren are very adept at showing us seniors how to use emerging computer and mobile phone technology but at Suncoast Model Flyers the seniors are mentoring the younger generation and bringing together grandparents, parents and grandchildren as partners in exploring the shared passion of aero model flying. In the past, model aircraft were built for collections or display and a daring few even flew them for fun. Today, these models can have wingspans approaching 20 feet and run on multiple small jet engines. At a neatly maintained

little airfield, just off Coolum-Yandina Road you will find members of the club, aged from 5 years to 85 years, particularly during school holidays and at weekends. Wynn Butler, a member of Suncoast Model Flyers, has been teaching his 11 year old grandson Jackson to fly. Jackson, under the guidance of Ray Dixon, one of the club’s senior instructors, has just proudly passed his Bronze Wings test enabling him to fly his own model. You can meet Jackson and Wynn along with other club members at their spectacular ANZAC Tribute Day on Sunday 27 April. See inside on Page 2 for all the details of what promises to be a thrilling day for people of all ages.

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community news Flying High in a tribute to our ANZACs ON the ANZAC Sunday 27th April, from 9.00am to 3.00pm, the Suncoast Model Flyers will present their ‘ANZAC Military Spectacular’, a tribute to our servicemen and women. The show will be held at the Club aerodrome at Quanda Road, Coolum off CoolumYandina Road Unlike other air shows the club has held in the past, this show is not focused just on the flying of radio control model aircraft, but for the first time a number of full size displays will be included as well. The show will kick off a helicopter from Oaky Army Flying Base due to fly in at 9am after which the model flying will commence. Several excellent display pilots from around the State have been chosen and we can expect a spectacular show of large scale military aircraft flying low and close. As President Tony Thornton said, “Trust me, it gets exciting when a huge scale P47 Thunderbolt with a big radial engine on the front comes racing through

just centimetres off the ground! “Scale model turbine jet aircraft will feature too. These models have engines exactly the same as their full size counterparts. The miniature turbine engines run on the same Jet-A1 fuel and spin up to 130,000 rpm and can rocket the aircraft through the air at over 300kph,” said Tony. Old classic aircraft will not be forgotten either, with old WW1 triplanes and biplanes puttering past in scale formation. Military radio control helicopters, renowned to be a bit of a handful to fly, will also feature, with some of the best pilots in the State putting on a show. At midday it’s the big attraction, with a full size Russian military YAK18T and YAK-52 flying over, low and in close formation. The YAK-18T will then peel away and leave the YAK-15 to do a low level aerobatic display for the crowd. These aircraft are part of the Warbirds Sunshine Coast fleet and are owned by Derek Townsend, a member of the Suncoast Model Flyers club. Members of the public will be able to book a flight in one of these aircraft at our show. It will be an amazing display, definitely not to be missed! Cast your eyes to the skies at around this time as a number of parachutists from the Ramblers Skydivers will be dropping in and landing on the runway. Around midday there will be a parade of old military vehicles and vintage motorcycles. These will be on display all day and

you can have a chat to the owners about their history. The radio control model tanks club of Moreton Bay will also be there with some amazing and unusual models and the Caloundra Aircraft Museum will put on a display. The littlies haven’t been forgotten either, with a jumping castle, fairy floss, foam ‘chucky’ planes and other attractions for them, plus great food, music and full com-

mentary throughout the day. Gates open at 8.30am. This action-packed day, fully supported by the RSL, will cost you just a nominal entry fee, withfamily passes, discount entry for pensioners, and children under 10 entering free. It’s going to be a great show – be there on Sunday 27 April to join in the fun! More information on the day is at www.coolumflyers.

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Retiring 2013 Maroochydore VIEW Committee IS a friendship group which offers a range of social Heathcote on 5450 0717. It is a great way to meet gatherings such as coffee mornings, luncheon people if you are new to the area. Newcomers are meetings, book clubs and tours. very welcome. VIEW Clubs of Australia support the work of The Our next Luncheon Meeting is to be held at the Smith Family in assisting underprivileged children Maroochydore Surf Club, at 11.30 on Friday, March to reach their potential through education. If you 28th. Cost is $22.00. If you would like to make a would like to find out more about our Club or attend reservation please call Val (5450 0717) 10 days prior one of our Luncheon meetings, please contact Val to the meeting.

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42,582 applications were received from Australians planning to attend the Dawn Service at Gallipoli in 2015, marking 100 years since the landing of Australian and New Zealand troops during the First World War. The Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Centenary of ANZAC, Senator the Hon. Michael Ronaldson, said the government’s contracted ticket provider would now begin the process of confirming applications. “Ticketek will review and remove any duplicate, incomplete or incorrect applications before the ballot is drawn. The ballot draw is automated and comprises of four cascades, providing some preference for direct descendants and veterans with qualifying or overseas service,” Senator Ronaldson said. “Outside the ballot, there are places for Australian First World War widows who will be included as part of Australia’s official representative group and 400 places for secondary school children and their chaperones.” Senator Ronaldson said all ballot applicants, successful and unsuccessful, will be notified of the outcome before Anzac Day 2014. “Successful applicants are encouraged to make and pay for all travel arrangements as soon as they receive confirmation of their success in the ballot. This needs to include flights, accommodation,

transport and travel insurance. Proof of travel such as an airline ticket or tour package must be provided to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs by 25 October 2014 in order to receive attendance passes,” Senator Ronaldson said. “Those who are unsuccessful, and who elected to be on the waitlist, will be notified of any passes that may become available from those who can no longer attend, up until 31 March 2015. “Alternatively, unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to visit Gallipoli at another time in 2015, attend another Anzac Day service overseas such as Villers-Bretonneux in France, or watch the broadcast of the Gallipoli and Villers-Bretonneux services live on the ABC on Anzac Day.” Senator Ronaldson said a full program of activities would be rolled out over the Anzac Centenary period 2014-2018 to mark the 100th anniversary of Australia’s involvement in the First World War. He encouraged communities across Australia to get involved by applying to their local federal Member of Parliament for funding under the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program. There is funding of up to $125,000 per electorate which needs to be applied for before 30 May 2014. For more information on Gallipoli 2015 visit www.gallipoli2015.dva.gov.au or the Anzac Centenary visit www.anzaccentenary.gov.au.

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New Children’s Book Offers Hope in the Face of Gloomy Environment Predictions

NOVEMBER 25th saw the launch of a new children’s Tewantin, 4565 no later than Wednesday 19th March book: Heartwood. Heartwood is a full colour, 2014. Don’t forget to put your name, address and phone hand-illustrated first chapter book for children aged number on the back of the envelope for your chance. between 6 and 9 years old. A modern tale in a traditional format, Heartwood is a magical adventure about saving the heart of an ancient forest.Will the with Allan Blackburn forest creatures find a way to save their homes? Can they put their squabbles aside and come up with a 1. The Brisbane Ekka is held at the RNA grounds. What plan to stop the Smashbasher? does RNA stand for? The love-child of award-winning local author 2. In what sport is the bat required to be black on one side and red on the other? Pollyanna Darling and Victorian artist Kirsty Chalmers, Heartwood has an environmental message 3. For which type of music is John Philip Sousa mainly remembered? and also explores conflict resolution, hope and 4. In which Shakespearean play do the families resilience. Montague and Capulet feature? “Buried in the human heart is a deep love and 5. In which Australian state is James Boag beer brewed? appreciation of the natural world, of which we are an integral part. Awakening that love and appreciation 6. Which Treasurer brought down Queensland’s budget in June last year? is the key to moving forward in a way that supports 7. What is the mathematical term for a square “pushed all life. Heartwood is about the love in the heart of a out of shape”? perfectly ordinary man and a group of forest creatures 8. What kind of creature is a whippet? who help him to discover it,” says author Pollyanna 9. What is the name of the NRL team based at Skilled Darling. Park, Robina? Pollyanna Darling is an author, intuitive life coach, 10. Which American gangster was known as Scarface? shamanic song weaver and lover of the natural world. 11. Fried squid is usually called what? Her first book, The Relationship Revelation, won a 12. In what sea are the West Indies? gold medal in the Living Now Book Awards. She wrote 13. What is a temporary or transient doctor called? 14. Does the average human adult body have about 80, Heartwood for her four sons. 150, 380 or 650 muscles? This would make a great gift for grandchildren, or keep it at home to read with them when they visit. A 15. In New York City, what river lies to the east of Manhattan? percentage of the profits from each book are donated to charitable organisations working towards our 16. What would a dhow be used for? shared vision of a thriving, healthy planet. Currently 17. On what continent is the Orinoco River? donations will be made to TreeSistersand Plant for 18. In which film did the phrase “wax on, wax off” feature? the Planet. More information about Heartwood is 19. In 2008, who was appointed Australia’s first Amavailable at www.pollyannadarling.com/my-books/ bassador for Ageing? heartwood/ and you can order securely online. 20. What colour are the digits on a suburban speed limit We have 2 copies of this book to giveaway, so please sign? send in your entry to Heartwood Book Competition, Answers on page 10 Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062,

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AT the January meeting of the Nambour Probus Club President Vernon Flood made presentations to Brian and Avis Newton in recognition of their 60 th wedding anniversary. Vernon also presented Stan Shepherd with and OBE Certificate in recognition of his reaching eighty years of age. The main speaker for the meeting was club member Robin Ward. Robin was born

and grew up in England and spoke of the war years, his time in college and university. He won a scholarship to study at Harvard University in the USA and described the various work he did during his working life. Probus is an organization for retired and semi-retired people seeking fun and friendship through various social activities. Inquiries to 5476 0615 or 5442 2464.

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MANY older people assist their families with caring responsibilities whilst being actively involved in their communities through volunteering and passing on their knowledge and experience to others. Seniors Week provides an opportunity to bring together all Queenslanders, through events and activities, to celebrate the contribution seniors make within their communities. COTA Qld’s aim is to unite different generations to develop socially inclusive communities in which older people are able to continue to make valuable contributions in their families, neighbourhoods and communities. This year Seniors Week will be celebrated between 1624 August 2014 and we

invite you to join us in organising an activity or event to celebrate seniors in your community. We’ve now made it even easier for communitybased organisations, service providers, local councils, schools, etc. to get involved in Seniors Week. One way to be involved is by becoming a 2014 Seniors Week Partner whereby you are making a commitment to celebrate Seniors Week. As a Partner, we will help you to publicise your Seniors Week event/s, assist with information and advice when required and give you the opportunity to apply for a Subsidy to help you to stage your event/ s. It costs nothing to become a Partner. You can also register an event; when you have

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Seasons honours past residents with memorial garden CURRENT residents and family members of passed residents of Seasons Private Aged Care at Waterford West gathered today to official open the new Reflection Garden Memorial for residents who have passed. According to Seasons Waterford Community Manager, Barbara Booth, the ceremonial garden commemorates past residents and provides a place for current residents, staff and families to work through their grief. “When a resident passes away, it impacts staff and other residents and this garden provides a way to formally acknowledge their loss and reduce their levels of anxiety and grief,” Barbara said. “The garden which consists of beautiful water features has white stones with the names of each resident who has passed arranged around it. “From today, each time a resident passes, a ritual to remember the resident will be held to allow family, friends and staff to name a white stone

and place it in the beautiful garden. “It is a tranquil setting and the named white stones convey the message of strength, stability, remembrance and joy,” she said. Barbara said the concept of the Reflection Garden was conceived by Seasons residents, friends and families who were looking for a way to remember their loved ones. “The concept began very small, but with the help and support of the local community it has grown into a beautiful garden for reflection,” Barbara said. A memorial plaque naming the garden and dedicating it to the residents of Seasons Waterford West was unveiled by daughters of long term past residents, Gaye Keir and Carole Dunn and current resident representative, Mary Torr. The unveiling of the reflection garden was attended by more than 50 Seasons residents, staff, families and friends with afternoon tea and live entertainment held afterwards.

Graduate Women Qld Sunshine Coast Celebrate International Women’s Day

GRADUATE Women Qld (GWQ) Sunshine Coast Branch is holding its International Women’s Day Breakfast “In conversation with Jan Fullerton” at Chancellors Tavern 20 Chancellor Village Boulevard Sippy Downs on Saturday 1st March at 7.45am for8.15am. The guest speaker will be Dr Jan Fullerton, AO, former Director-General of the National Library of Australia. Jan Fullerton grew up in Beerwah and attended Nambour High School. She was the first woman to be appointed Director-General of the NLA in its 40-year history. Under her stewardship some of the NLA’s greatest initiatives have taken place, making the national collection much more readily available to students, researchers and the general public, and reaching new communities through the use of new technology. This morning we will enjoy an informal question and answer session with Dr Fullerton. If you would like to attend please contact: Sue Quinlan 5439 9035 or Di Weeks 5478 1021. All members and other visitors are welcome. Join us an celebrate the life and achievements of this remarkable Sunshine Coast woman.

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Retirees more comfortable about super returns

RETIREES are feeling more confident about their retirement income as a result of improving returns from their superannuation, a new report has found. The 2nd Seniors Sentiment Index released by National Seniors and commissioned by Challenger, gauged 2,000 older Australians’ views on different aspects of their

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satisfaction with the Australian political system, with those ‘at least somewhat satisfied’ increasing from 21% to 30%. “This may be attributed to the survey being conducted within two months of the federal election and the result of a change in government but overall it is noticeable there is still considerable dissatisfaction with our political system,” Mr O’Neill said. The proportion of seniors who felt ‘very’ or ‘somewhat satisfied’ with the government’s level of spending in the health system increased from 17% in 2012 to 24% in 2013 which also reflected small improvements in satisfaction ratings in being able to get a doctor’s appointment when necessary. The 2nd Seniors Sentiment Index follows the inaugural Seniors Sentiment Index which was released in December 2012. Media Release: National Seniors

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Betty Garrad and Marie Nevin at Whites SUPA IGA BliBli, beside the mural featuring their parents Edwin & Mary Burne with baby Betty and their Uncle Bert Burne. THE BliBli landscape before 2003 was ful. On this occasion in 1931, smoko vastly different from the present was brought to the cane field by Edwin scene. In those days the wide corri- Burne’s young wife Mary and the phodor on both sides of the Maroochy tographer, her mother Mrs Ruby River and the fertile flat lands of the Campbell. They couldn’t leave the Petrie Creek valley supported lush baby at home so she was given a ride cane farms. With the closure of the in “the cart”, a box on wheels pulled Moreton Central Sugar Mill in by wooden shafts. Nambour in 2003, not only was the A second photographic mural will soon town of Nambour robbed of its busy be appearing in this popular local IGA mill with landmark funnel and the lo- store. The two photos were chosen cos that crossed Currie Street during by the White family from the collecthe cane season, but most of the BliBli tion of historical images, which have cane farmers lost their way of life. been donated over the years to the Nowadays, ten years on, BliBli is more BliBli on Maroochy Historical Society. closely populated. Housing estates are Besides collecting photos and stories attracting young families and retirees from the past, we are fighting to prealike. Proximity to Maroochy Airport, serve the oldest building of the three the beaches and shopping plazas, in the Willis Road, BliBli heritage pregood schools, hospitals and retire- cinct, made up of the Community Hall, ment villages account for some of the the Old Church and the Head Teacher’s reasons for BliBli’s recent population Residence. After successfully preservexplosion. ing the Old Church in 1994 when it The BliBli River Markets shopping faced removal, the Historical Society centre on the banks of the Maroochy is now working to save the Head River near the David Low Bridge has Teacher’s Residence. It is hoped that recently been modernised and ex- the community building can be used panded. Whites SUPA IGA BliBli, in as a historical research centre and meetfollowing their policy of preserving ing place. The Historical Society wellocal history, displays a heritage mu- comes new members. Our meetings are ral with the motto, “Everything old is held on the first Monday of the month new again”. The historic photo mural, at 9.30 am in The Old Church, Willis entitled, “Smoko, The Burne Family Road, BliBli. Contact president Anne Cane Farm c.1931” shows the mid- on 0400 913 443. The next meeting will morning break taken by cane cutters be on Monday, 3rd March. Visit our to have a mug of tea, a bite to eat and Facebook site for more details: https:// a “smoke” which in those days was w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / thought beneficial rather than harm- BliBliOnMaroochyHistoricalSocietyInc

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community news Broadband for Seniors new all-in-one touchscreen computers ALL kiosks that applied for a new computer last year should have now received a brand new Dell all-in-one touchscreen computer. You will be receiving a phone call shortly to arrange a time for an engineer to complete the installation process. You will need to ensure that the new computer is stored safely under lock and key until the engineer arrives. Please allow a six-week period from the second week of February for the installation of your new computer. Do not install the computer yourself as it may affect the warranty! Your new touchscreen computer will operate on Microsoft Windows 8. You have probably used a computer running on Microsoft Windows before; however, Windows 8 has introduced some major changes. The main screen of Windows 8 looks like a series of coloured tiles from

which you launch programs by tapping them with your finger or clicking them with your mouse. These are called â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Live Tilesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Familiar programs like Word, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer will still work the way youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re used to. Windows 8 looks very different to previous versions of Windows but you will soon get used to it and see how easy it is to use. A series of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have been developed to help answer the many questions you may have about the new computer. These can be found on the Broadband for Seniors website at www.necseniors.net.au under Hosts. For more information about using Windows 8, you can also visit the Microsoft website at www.windows.microsoft.com and navigate to the How-To section to access a range of tutorials.

Family History Group LOCAL Heritage and Family History are engaging interests as more information becomes available through the internet and new publications. Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group is able to find the right information for your research and the friendly duty librarians and members are always able to help in the relaxed atmosphere of our Research Room at 41 Miva Street, Cooroy. The room is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9.30am to 1.00pm. At Cooroy Library on Saturday, 15th March, Win Wynn who is one of our most experienced members will give a talk â&#x20AC;&#x153;Starting your family research and the Ten Golden Rules of Genealogyâ&#x20AC;?, from 9.30am to 11.00am. There will then be a follow up workshop on Wednesday, 19th March at the Research Room, this series will be an excellent chance for beginners. In April, Eric Kopittke the well known speaker from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unlock the Pastâ&#x20AC;? will give a morning seminar titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Research your German Ancestorsâ&#x20AC;?. This event will be from 9.30am to 12.30pm on Saturday, 5th. To find out more phone 5442 5570.

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community news Trivia Answers

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BEEJAY is a very quiet handsome five year old male. He is a little shy at first but once he gets to know you he really comes out of his shell. Beejay is more nervous around other cats so would be best suited to a family with either no other cat or a cat that is very calm and quiet. He is very affectionate and would sit on your lap on the couch for hours. A patient calm new owner is needed for Beejay so that he can reach his full potential. He will grow confident with time and patience and reward you tenfold for your choosing him. If you want to meet Beejay call 0438 635 191 or 0411 144 689 or view our web sitewww.4pawsanimalrescue.org.au We also have donation bins located at the IGA in Nambour and the IGA at Bli Bli, all dog and cat food is most welcome.

All 4 Paws Cats and Dogs are flea and worm free, microchipped, vaccinated and de-sexed which are all covered by an adoption fee. All our needy animals can also be viewed on our website atwww.4pawsanimalrescue.org.au You can help support 4 Paws Animal Rescue by becoming a member! Members play a large part in supporting the committee and this contributes to the success of 4 Paws Animal Rescue. As a member of 4 Paws Animal Rescue you will receive our quarterly newsletter informing you of forthcoming events, merchandise and background into what happens to our cats and dogs once re-homed. You may even want to become a volunteer or even a temporary foster carer and look after one of our cats and dogs until a new permanent home can be found, all vet fees are covered; all we ask is that you supply a loving caring home.

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Kawana Waters VIEW Club KAWANA Waters VIEW Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month and would like to invite all ladies to their next luncheon meeting on Wednesday 26th March at Headland Golf Club, Golf Links Road, Buderim at 11.00 for 11.30 am. The guest speaker for this meeting will be John Saint-Smith who will talk to us about Climate Change. This should be a most interesting and topical subject. Kawana Waters VIEW Club is a warm, friendly and informative club for women. We have a monthly lunch meeting and also a monthly social outing to a variety of interesting places. All ladies are most welcome to attend any of our functions. Come and make new friends in pleasant surroundings. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women and Kawana Waters VIEW Club supports the work of The Smith Family through their educational programs. For information about Kawana Waters VIEW Club, please phone Sandra on 5493 7138. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

community news Register now for Clean Up Australia Day

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THE nation’s biggest community-based environment event is just around the corner and local residents are urged to get involved. Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday 2 March and Sunshine Coast Council is calling on the community to register areas they’d like to clean up or join in with a site already registered. Environment Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said the annual event was a chance for everyone to pitch in and help reduce our impact on the environment. “The great thing about Clean Up Australia Day is that it enables people to pick out their favourite spot to clean up on the day – like a park, a beach or an area of bush reserve,” she said. “Council is very pleased to support this event as it aligns with our strategies, programs and initiatives that aim for a cleaner environment and ensuring that more waste can be dealt with to best industry standards. “Council will provide free waste disposal as well as arrange waste and recyclables collection for all registered sites in the Sunshine Coast region for the event. “Last year’s event saw more than half a million volunteers around the country remove just over 16,000 tonnes of rubbish, including more than 20 tonnes of rubbish removed from our local area. This was a fantastic effort and we’re hoping to see this support continue.” For more information about the event or to register and receive a Clean Up kit, visit the Clean Up Australia Day website www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or phone 1800 282 329. Local businesses and schools can also register for Business Clean Up Day (25 February) and Schools Clean Up Australia Day (28 February).

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community news National Seniors Buderim

Did any of you get caught in the recent lightning storms?

I KNOW a few of you did because for the week following, many of my calls related to issues with computers not turning on. Sadly, it was a week of bad news for many as they discovered their computer bore NATIONAL Seniors the brunt of the storm. Buderim Branch In my humble opinion, prevention is always better then monthly meeting will be a cure and so I am dedicating this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s article to the important topic of how to protect your computer held in the Buderim and your valuable data from storms and power surges. Bowls Club, Elizabeth Of the many people who called me for help the week Street, Buderim after the lightning storm, most had easily avoidable at 9.30am on Monday damage to their computer if they just had a surge 24th March. protected power board which separates their expensive Morning tea will be computer from the wrath of the electrical storm. When served and cost is 4 a computer is damaged due to lightening or power dollars per person. surge, it is not only the expense of repairing or replacing the computer one faces, but also the loss of precious This month Trivia data such as photos, music or e-books, or important morning with Arthur personal documents and emails. and Irene Woodcock. In this day and age as we spend more time on the Do come along for a computer, we rely more heavily on them to safely secure social morning. All away our important memories and documents, it is rare over 50s are welcome to for people to have a back up regime or any form of join our group surge protection. It is vital that you have a back up Phone John on 5456 system in place because it is like putting your seat belt on when you are driving - you are putting it on in the 1370.

unlikely event that you need it to protect you in a crash. Surge protection is the first and simplest thing you should do for your computer. There are many surge protectors on the market ranging anywhere from $15 for a basic power-board, through to $400 for an Uninterrupted Power Supply or UPS. I would suggest a mid range solution that will protect against 700 volts and up, and also include phone protection. If you have the internet connected through the phone line, it is important to use the phone protection on the surge protector. To do this, simply insert the phone line into the surge protector and then insert the modem line into the other line connection on the board. It is a little known fact that your computer is more likely to get a power surge through the phone line then the electrical lines. I replaced four modems and network cards that week as a result lightning strike to the phone lines. A UPS is also an option for people with expensive equipment. It is not only a surge protector but also provides battery power for 10-20 minutes which will allow you to safely power off all your computer equipment, rather then the power cut off unexpectedly and the computer turn off without properly shutting down. Please, set up a back up system for your computer! I would recommend purchasing an external hard drive, or partition another hard drive within your computer ready to back up your data. Windows has their own built-in back up and recovery software, or you can buy or download third party back up software like Genie, Arconis, or Paragon. If you are using your computer regularly would suggest you set up an automated back up of your computer to run once a week, at the very least, of at least a monthly back for those who spend little time on it. This will make sure that if the worst does happen you may only lose up to a month of data. Finally, if you hear of a lightning storm approaching and you are at home, it would be prudent to shut down your computer safely and then unplug it from the wall and modem. Safety first! These simple tips will help lengthen the life of your expensive equipment and also save your precious memories and other valuable information you come to rely on from your computer. If you have any questions or would like some more information as always please send me an email on nathan@hometechhandyman.com.au or call me on 0424 263 924. Many Thanks Nathan Wellington Home Tech Handyman

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community news A Loooooong Lunch for a Worthy Cause

greatly this year, and costs are soaring – so an event such as the Long Lunch is of great assistance in ensuring continued complimentary service to guests continues” Les advises foodies and supporters to get in quick as numbers are limited to 300 and ticket sales will close on Wednesday 12 March. “Organise a group of friends or come on your own and make new friends!” he says. Booking and prepayment is essential. For bookings, payment TICKETS are now on Potato and Salad details and further sale for the ‘Summer All Leaves. For dessert, information, please Over Long Lunch’ – an drool over Passionfruit contact Sue: annual fundraiser for Tart Brulee with katieroselunchticketsales Katie Rose Hospice to Pineapple Tutti Fruitti, @gmail.com or 0416 be held in the heart of or a Chocolate Terrine 215 877. The event is Eumundi on Sunday with Red Wine BYO drinks – glasses 23rd March. Raspberry Sauce. will be provided. The The event will kick off Guests will be Eumundi Community at 11.30am under the entertained by the famous fig trees on the smooth sounds of Noosa Bus will also be available for guests site of the Original duo Linda and Lance; residing in postcode Eumundi Markets. The and will enjoy lucky luncheon this year is the door prizes, raffles, and 4562 as well as Cooroy, Tewantin and Noosa. first major community an auction of all things When ordering your project of the newly quirky and cool. formed Satellite Rotary Tickets are only $50 per tickets, please advise if you wish to make a bus Club of Eumundi. person, with $25 (tax booking. The one way This year’s menu will deductible) from each be created by renowned ticket sale going directly cost is $3 within the chefs Max Porter and to Doonan-based Katie CBD Eumundi, $5 for Doonan, Verrierdale, Peter Wolfe who have Rose Hospice to assist Belli Park, North Arm combined to form ‘Old with their work Dogs new Trix’ (Max providing terminally ill and Cooroy areas and $10 for Noosaville and from Native Sun and people with nursing Tewantin. There is only Peter from Cedar Creek services and support, one pick up point at Bush Foods). free of personal cost. Noosaville (in front of Choose from Ocean Spokesperson Les Dan Murphy’s) and Trout with a Steamed Godwin says the event Tewantin (Woolies bus Prawn Bun and is a crucial fundraiser stop) and a minimum of Blistered Beans or for the hospice. six passengers from Basque Chicken with “Guest numbers at the Chorizo and Pyrenees hospice have increased these locations.

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Cooroy VIEW Club OUR New Committee for 2014 (pictured) will be seeing some changes to our agenda. We are first and foremost a friendship club supporting its members and we have planned some special events including Luncheons outings and Socials at Members Homes. We will continue to have visits to other VIEW Clubs for their Birthday Luncheons and of course our Fantastic Birthday Luncheon extravaganza in July (Theme to be advised) a short cruise is on the cards as well where Gympie VIEW and others will hopefully join us. Much needed fund raising with raffles assist our Learning for Life Student and the SMITH Family.

RSL Care Christmas Appeal: help us reach $100,000 THE community has dug deep this year to support RSL Care residents like Second World War hero Archie Wilson to get more out of life. RSL Care CEO, Mr Craig Mills said the 2013 Christmas Appeal had raised more than $66,000 dollars so far. “I want to thank everyone who has donated to the Christmas Appeal,” he said. “This is a fantastic outcome for residents as funds raised will go directly to provide meaningful activities to increase social connection and participation with the outside world, increase self-esteem and reduce anxiety and depression. “Activities such as music groups, gardening groups, Zumba classes, special outings and pet therapy are just a few things donation’s to the Christmas Appeal will provide. also provide things such as a haircut, new shoes or clothing, to our residents in need or alone.” Every year RSL Care provides services to over 25,000 people through the efforts of 4000 staff and volunteers. Donations allow us to do those things to make life better for people like Archie. “Archie’s service during World War Two contributed to the defence of the basic freedoms and comforts we enjoy today,” Mr Mills said. “At 92 years-old Archie lives at RSL Care Fairview Retirement Community, Pinjarra Hills, Queensland. “He is a true hero with a remarkable story of courage and survival under fire and of an enduring optimism and love for life and without the support of the community; we cannot go the extra mile.” Mr Mills said it wasn’t too late to donate to the Christmas Appeal, as RSL Care hoped to reach its target of $100,000. “The appeal is still open so it’s not too late to donate to this worthy cause,” he said. To make a donation visit the RSL Care website and donate online: http://www.rslcare.com.au/Donation.cfm or call Danila on (07) 3251 6285.

Pebble Beaches’ active over 50s socialites

IF the over 50s crowd is in danger of missing out socially, don’t tell members of the Pebble Beach social committee. These guys know how to make their own fun, whether it’s throwing a party, planning an exciting excursion, driving a fundraising effort or just putting their feet up around a BBQ. The group is open to all of Pebble Beach Freehold Retirement communities active over 50’s residents though you don’t have to join to take part. Residents can be as active and involved as they like, from joining the committee to simply selecting from the smorgasbord of events to partake in just what tickles their fancy. Some examples of recent events run in the past and coming few weeks include: Recent: Christmas lunch, New Years Eve sausage sizzle, Australia Day breakfast Upcoming: Eumundi Markets, Caloundra Races For more information on Pebble Beach Retirement Community phone 1800 608 377. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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THE current Queensland Musuem’s Collectomania display in Brisbane features objects owned by Sunshine Valley and Nambour accumulators, with 1.2 million people expected to view their beloved items. In a special section dedicated to the Sunshine Plantation’s, Big Pineapple, items came from the collections of former long-time employees Dot Fruscalzo, 26 years, and Patricia Sanda, 33 years, and also from the Nambour Museum. Nambour Museum secretary Barbara Want said the museum felt very privileged to have some of its items displayed in the Queensland Museum in Brisbane. Dot, of Palmwoods, said

she started collecting souvenirs when she was working at the Big Pineapple. “I would get one item when it was released, then add another until over the years I have collected many, many objects reflecting a very special time in my life,” she said. A closing function last week was attended by Dot and Patricia, Nambour Museum member Noelene Hughes, and Kerry Brown, author of Our Sweetest Icon: Sunshine Plantation’s Big Pineapple 1971-2011. At the Brisbane function, Queensland Museum CEO Professor Suzanne Miller said Collectomania highlighted a very human passion – collecting the things

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DID you know Australia is one of the most phoneaddicted nations in the world? Its true! Research suggests one in 10 people spend up to three hours a day on their mobile phones! That’s over 1,000 hours and more than 45 days every year. So Make-A-Wish has issued a challenge! Switch off your phone for as long as you can during March and get your friends to switch off too. Switch off and raise money to help make even more wishes come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Go to switchoff2014.com.au and register today to switch off a phone in March and switch on wish. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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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 Caloundra Family History Research Group CALOUNDRA Family History Research Inc held a very successful Grand Opening ceremony at their new research facility on Saturday the 1st February 2014. Located at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club, at Corbould Park in Pierce Avenue, Caloundra, more than 70 members and visitors attended, along with Hon. Jarrod Bleijie, SCRC Councillor Tim Dwyer, representatives from History Queensland, Qld Family History Society and other regional societies. The group’s Patron Hon. Mark McArdle and Patroness Judy McArdle cut the ribbon at the Library simultaneously with Sunshine Coast Turf Club CEO Mick Sullivan who cut the ribbon to the Meeting Room. All were invited to tour the premises, and during the morning tea that followed, an official cake was cut by CFHRI President June Blackburn. The spacious research facility and library is open every Thursday and Saturday, with opening times, and a map, on the group’s website at www.caloundrafamily history.org.au. Entry is from Gate 2 in Pierce Avenue, and there is

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Bub Herron, VIEW member since its formation in early 1960’s MAROOCHYDORE VIEW Club’s next Luncheon Meeting is on Thursday, 24th April at 11 am at the Maroochydore Surf Club. The cost is $22.00 for 2 courses. A presentation will be made of “One Family’s War” a book by Bronwyn Ambrose. Newcomers are made very welcome. If you would like to attend this Luncheon, or hear more about our VIEW Club (Voice, Interests & Education of Women), please call our President, Val Heathcote on 5450 0717 before April 14th. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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community news Unrivalled convenience meets peaceful hinterland living at Aveo Lindsay Gardens THE Aveo Lindsay Gardens retirement village really is one of a kind and offers the best of worlds, marrying accessibility

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restaurants and specialty shops on offer in Buderim’s thriving epicentre. Aveo Lindsay Gardens is also just 7kms from the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast and is within close proximity of the world famous Eumundi Markets, Coolum Beach, Maroochydore, Alexandra Headlands and Mooloolaba. While residents and guests alike enjoy Aveo Lindsay Gardens’ convenient location, they also relish the peaceful feel of the village which is set amongst lush gardens with sparkling waterways and easy walking paths throughout. The village is set on 5 hectares of beautifully landscaped grounds which perfectly capture the natural splendor and serenity of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. From the majestic Moreton Bay Fig shading the village entrance to the creek meandering through the grounds, Aveo Lindsay Gardens offers the ultimate lifestyle. At the heart of the village is a world-class community centre which includes an indoor swimming pool and spa, a well-

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ON the week ending Saturday 12th February Maroochy North Shore Lions were able to assist several local North Shore groups by providing their BBQ and labour at functions that were being held firstly they assisted the Pacific Paradise SS on the Wednesday by sizzling sausages for parents

hungry young athletes. and teachers at their inaugural meet and grata We are an energetic afternoon. While on Saturday they were only too happy to provide their BBQ and labour as part of a fund raiser for Bli Bli LittleA’s at the Little Athletics regional final held at USC. The resultant sausage sandwiches were much appreciated by the

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ON the second Wednesday of every month, starting on Wednesday 12 th March, the Community House will be hosting a “Community Connect” morning tea from 9.30am – 11.00am at the Lawson Shed, Pomona. “Community Connect” is a place to connect with new and old friends and to hear the stories and passions of some of the amazing and talented people who live in our local community. We will be inviting speakers (two per event) to come and share with the group …so…we invite you to come out of hiding and share your talents and interests with our community. You may have a passion and interest that you’d like to share, have an enduring hobby, travelled widely and have some slides you’d like to show or run a small business that you’d like to promote. If you are interested in doing a short presentation to the group (10 – 15mins with questions afterwards), please contact Kathryn Shewring on 5485 2427 (Wednesday and Thursday.) When: Wednesday 12th March (2nd Wednesday of the month). Where: Lawson Shed, Memorial Ave. Pomona. Cost: Gold coin donation – includes light Morning Tea First Community Connect – Wednesday 12th March. All enquiries contact Kathryn Shewring – 5485 2427

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community news Guided Tour through the World of Tea at Maroochydore Library

Enjoy the Over 50s lifestyle at Kookaburra Village KOOKABURRA Village opened in 1993 as a gated home park for the active and independent over 50’s and is located at 123 Mark Road East off Daniel Street Caloundra West on 6.07 hectares (15 acres).Handy to beaches, shops medical facilities and public transport (an hourly Translink bus service runs on Mark Road during daylight hours). Your small dog or cat is welcome at the Village a custodian lives on site. There are two different types of housing available for sale at Kookaburra Village– Pre-loved homes which are sited on a fenced block are priced from $210,000 and lowset duplex villas .and presently there are two side by side lowset villas for sale priced from $228,000. Home and villa owners insure, paint and maintain their home tend their gardens and pay for their own utilities – phone gas power etc As Kookaburra Village owns the land the Homes and Villas are site,; a site rent is payable – Aged and over 50’s disability pensioners can apply to Centrelink/DVA for Rent Assistance on the site rent, also there is no Stamp Duty is payable on the purchase of a home or villa. Resort style facilities of Kookaburra Village. The popular bowls green has been resurfaced with competition grade carpet and bowls days are held 3 days a week. The Village barbeque area and the residents only pool are adjacent to the extended Village Hall which has a new 60inch TV and free to use pay TV. A second pool, located

near the car-park at the Mark Road entry, is for residents and their guest’s use and includes a barbeque area; under-cover seating and the Library are also located here. A second community centre with shady verandahs, includes a resident’s sitting room; kitchen with stainless steel appliances and houses the craft group. At this centre there is a free to use wood-work workshop; a pool/darts room; bocce court; toilet facilities; disabled access and visitor parking. A second gated entrance at Lancewood Street allows residents of Kookaburra Village easy access to Sugarbag Road and to the northern beaches. Other services available at Kookaburra Village a podiatrist is available by appointment approximately every 8 weeks, and a hair dresser is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays (both services are by appointment. There is an hourly Translink Bus service on Mark Road East which operates 7 days a week during daylight hours. The Social club arranges interesting activities. Sales enquiries - Judy Goode is available at the Sales office at 123 Mark Road (off Daniel Street) Caloundra West on Wednesdays and Saturdays between 10.00am - 2.00pm (the office is closed on Sunday’s). For an appointment at other times please phone 07-54915888 or phone Judy’s mobile – 0409 132 705. Alternatively, email judy@kookaburravillage.com.au for more information or visit us on the Web. www.kookaburravillage.com.au

FRIENDS of Maroochydore Library in partnership with Sunshine Coast Council, presents a Guided Tour through the World of Tea at 2.30pm on Thursday, February 27. Gina, a tea virtuoso from Cotton Tree’s Silva Spoon, will explore different types and styles of tea. Savour the flavours and aromas of popular blends and try some unusual ones. At this session you will improve your tea knowledge and learn a little about the story of tea. There are teas to calm, teas to invigorate and teas to heal. Some teas we drink just because we like the taste. For just $3, both avid and novice tea drinkers will have their tea tastebuds tantalised. Bookings are essential as afternoon tea will be provided. Head to council’s library website or call your local library on 1300 542 727.

World renowned harpist to visit Sunshine Coast RENOWNED harpist, Sarah Deere-Jones (UK), will visit the Sunshine Coast and present a lecture on the History of the Harp at St Mark’s Church Main Street, Buderim on Monday 10th March at 6:45pm Sarah’s visit to Australia is part of a program on “The Arts” run by ADFAS (Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society). Every year ADFAS, which has numerous chapters throughout Australia, engages the services of world experts from diverse areas within the

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fine and decorative arts to present a vibrant lecture program throughout Australia. ADFAS Sunshine Coast is based in Buderim, Using illustrations from a wide variety of ancient art forms as well as manuscripts and 18th and 19th century art, Sarah Deere-Jones will trace the history of one of the world’s most ancient and beloved musical instruments. Its history dates back thousands of years BC. Huge developments during the Renaissance and 19th centuries created the highly mechanised and beautiful instrument we see played in orchestras and as a solo instrument today. Alongside Ms DeereJones’s distinguished career as a professional harpist, her life-long passion for history has led to her research into the history of the harp. Ms Deere-Jones is the primary authority on the very rare and uniquely English Regency period instrument - the harp-lute - and after years of research is the only authentic player of this instrument. Sarah will be bringing two of her smaller harps

and will be playing then along with her lecture. Music lovers and others interested who would welcome the opportunity

to attend this special lecture are welcome to contact ADFAS SC Chairman Alison Bennett on Ph 5326 1856.

SC Stamp Fair SUNSHINE Coast Stamp Club is holding a Stamp Fair on Sunday, 16 March from 9am to 4pm at The Square Dance Centre, 260 Dixon Road, Buderim. There will be over one million stamps to view or buy. Five stamp dealers and 16 stamp clubs in attendance. Expert advice available for your collection. Catalogues, supplements available. There will be a bargain table. Lucky door prize and raffles and refreshments available. For more detail phone 5448 6565. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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Patchwork & Quilters Group

ON Wednesday 4th February, 2014 we had our first outing for the year. Quite a few of our crafty ladies arrived at the “Maleny Magic Patchwork & Quilts” for morning tea and a chat together about quilting. We were treated to a lovely spread and a hot cuppa. After catching up about what we did over Xmas we were given a demonstration of how to make hexagons by Lyn Woolbank. There were so many materials to choose from and some great ideas that we were inspired to go home and get our machines out and start creating some quilts of our own.

Beverley Perel showed us some easy to make quilts and had some interesting tips to make the job easier. Brenda Sampson was kept busy at the counter with the many purchases being made. All in all it was a great sociable morning by the sound of the chatter being heard from behind the rows of beautiful fabrics. Thanks to Beverley, Lyn

and Brenda for a great morning. Just a reminder that Rick Baberoski will be our guest speaker at our March meeting so if you have any questions to put to him please come along on Wednesday 19th March at the Glasshouse Sports Club at 11.00 a.m. If you wish to come as a guest please ring Rosalea on 5438 7910.

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At as recent meeting of Kawana Waters Toastmasters Ivy Dempsey (left) was awarded Toastmaster of the Day, new member Chantal Tulliez (centre) won Best Table Topic, while Jill Knight (right) received Best Evaluation award TOASTMASTERS is a world wide organisation which helps members to gain in self confidence and communication skills. On joining Toastmasters each person is assigned a personal mentor who will help and advise as they commence their

Toastmaster journey. Kawana Waters is a very supportive club, as are all clubs - rejoicing as their members grow and achieve. Why not come along to Kawana Waters Toastmasters - meeting at 9 a.m. for 9.15 start at the Guide Hut, Iluka

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Anyone interested in joining our VIEW Club can phone Margaret on 5435 2172 who will be pleased to supply further information about the club. We raise money for the Smith Family and are also involved with the Learning for Life program. Check out our club on www.view.org.au/ 1645.html.

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International Women’s Day 2014

THE Pomona & District Community House will celebrate International Women’s Day with a morning tea on Saturday 8 March at the Pomona Memorial Hall.Guest speakers Councillor Sandy Bolton; former matron at the Noosa Hospital, Cooroy, and local JP, Ellen Leape; and well-known local singer-songwriter, Andrea Kirwinwill tell us about what ‘Healthy, Wealthy and Wise’ Across the world, International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women while promoting continued positive change. Community Engagement Coordinator, Kathryn Shewring, said that she was delighted by the line-up of speakers for the morning tea.”These are three strong, inspirational women, with very different lives, who all make a wonderful contribution to their community. This will be an opportunity to hear their stories and find out more about their passions and motivations,” she said. Andrea Kirwin will also entertain with songs and music. At the Pomona Memorial Hall on Saturday 8th March at 10am – Midday. Cost is $15 per person – includes morning tea and entertainment. Bookings are essential – Phone: 5485 2427. Proceeds donated to charity. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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Let’s Get

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Nambour Salvos “New Skins” Fair

THE Salvation Army Nambour is inviting local residents to attend a free community open day on Saturday 1st March to help celebrate the opening of their new facility at 4-6 Maud Street Nambour. Featuring family entertainment, free food and plenty of information stalls, the Salvos “New Skins” Fair will run from 10.00am to 2.00pm. Spokesperson Lieutenant John Humbley said the “New Skins” Fair will mark a new start for The Salvation Army in Nambour. “The celebration is designed to inform the public that The Salvation Army is more than just a helping hand, we are

part of the whole community,” he said. Lieutenant Leisa Humbley said there will be fun and games for the whole family. “We are making it an enjoyable day for the whole family with all activities free.” The “New Skins” celebration continues on Saturday 8th March with a concert and supper at 7.30pm in the new centre, featuring local entertainers Steve & Ainsley Apirana, Mike Berris & Darin Browne. Tickets will be available from The Salvation Army, Nambour, at $20 adult, concession $15, students under 17 free. Phone 5441 7307 for tickets.

Open Day at Caloundra Arts & Crafts Centre CALOUNDRA Arts Centre Association will throw open its’ doors to the general public on Saturday 29 th March 2014 from 9.00am to 4.00pm. The Centre is located at 5 North Street, Caloundra (behind Caloundra Woolworths and opposite Oaks Oasis Resort). Parking is available at the Centre and nearby and is free. Visitors may see the centre in action on this open day and expo which will feature displays and demonstrations from all 17 groups. C.A.C.A.members will be seen at varying stages of competency from beginners to experts and will happily share their knowledge and expertise in their chosen craft. Many crafts are represented here, including lace-making, embroidery, quilting and spinning. All mediums of art are displayed from porcelain painting, pastels and pottery. Please visit our website at: www.caloundra artsand crafts.org.au to find out about all our groups or call in to our Gift Gallery to pick up a group schedule. Local supporters and visitors can wander through our wonderful spacious centre and see some of the stunning art and craft work up close, enjoy some delicious refreshments and absorb the creative and friendly atmosphere. Most of our groups are happy to welcome new members and this will be the ideal opportunity to speak to the people involved. If

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PETRIE Park Craft Association hold the following friendly, community orientated, self-help classes ... Beginners welcome. Monday 9:15 am Craft Group: Call Marlaine Beck on 5441 6852 Wednesday 9:15 am Art Group: Call Dawn on 0438 794 473 Thursday 9:15am Pottery Group: Call Jenny on 0421 317 175 Cnr Price Street and Petrie Park Road, Nambour. $25 for six months membership, or come along to see if it is for you for only $2.50 a week. Be creative, social and have fun.

you have been thinking about joining a craft group, now would be a good time. The centre provides not only an artistic outlet but a social outlet for many and a cuppa, a bikky and a chat are always available. Our stunning Gift Gallery will be open during the Expo and is a Treasure Trove of items for sale. The Gallery is open every Day (except Good Friday, Anzac Day and Christmas Day) from 10.00am to 4.00pm. (It will open at 9am on Expo Day). Gallery phone: 07 5491 6488 Admission is FREE, so why not come along for a look. For further information email :secretary@ caloundraartsand crafts.org.au or phone: 0407 948 604.

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La w, F inance & Y OU Law Finance YOU Deeming is Changing – will this affect you?

DEEMING is used to calculate a persons’ income in relation to their qualification for a Social Security aged pension, benefit or allowance payment. Under the current Age Pension rules, if you own financial investments, such as shares and term deposits, and you plan to claim the Age Pension, then that ‘income’ calculated for the financial

assets you own, under the Age Pension income test, is not the actual income earned on those investments. The income counted from financial investments when working out your eligibility for the Age Pension is known as ‘deemed income’. Deemed income is an assumed rate of return even when that rate isn’t necessarily what you

actually earn on your investment. The idea is that deeming encourages you to earn more income from your investments and reduces the extent that your pension payments may vary. From 1 January 2015, the current deeming rules will be extended to include superannuation accountbased income streams so that long term income streams will then be

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100 years of fundraising RED Cross is celebrating its centenary in Australia this year and during March the annual Red Cross Calling Appeal will mark one hundred years of fundraising by Red Cross volunteers right throughout the country. Australia joined the growing international Red Cross movement soon after the outbreak of the First World War in 1914. The Roma Branch of Red Cross in outback Queensland was typical of the hundreds of new Red Cross branches that opened up around the country to support the war effort. Local Red Cross volunteer Myrtle Flower reportedly wore out four pairs of shoes walking house to house to collect money to purchase a Red Cross field ambulance that was later sent to Egypt. http://centenary.redcross.org.au/ groups/determined-doorknocker Most of the enthusiastic, young Australian soldiers that were recruited in 1914 were first sent to Egypt for training before being shipped to Gallipoli in 1915. For Australia, the First World War still remains the most costly conflict in terms of deaths and casualties. From a population of fewer than five million, 416,809 men enlisted, 60,000 were

killed and 156,000 were wounded, gassed or taken prisoner. During World War 11 Red Cross also volunteers worked tirelessly providing medical supplies, refrigeration for military hospitals and comfort for injured soldiers, food parcels for prisoners of war and much needed funds for air raid victims. Red Cross still relies heavily on the generosity of individuals and community groups to raise funds for its vital work. Today Red Cross runs a huge, diverse range of programs with a network of 90 regional offices, 180 shops and first aid training all dedicated to helping vulnerable people. During Red Cross Calling local members, supporters, schools and community groups come out in force to conduct collections or organise fundraising activities. Schools, universities and colleges are also great supporters of Red Cross Calling, conducting collections at shopping centres or doorknocking in their local areas. To make a donation, or to find out how you can get involved in Red Cross Calling go to the website at redcrosscalling.org.au or phone 1800 008 831.

$800,000 in grants now available for Sunshine Coast community DID you know your organisation, event, activity or program may be eligible for funding through one of Sunshine Coast Council’s three diverse grant funding programs which are all now open for application? Community Programs Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said council is this month raising awareness about the wide-range of grant opportunities available that could provide a big boost for local residents and community groups in countless ways. “We’d be here all day if I attempted to cover the full breadth of possibilities that residents and community groups could accomplish thanks to council’s Community Grants Program, Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) and Landholder Environment Grants, so it’s best to leave it to those who have actually put it into practice successfully – our previous grant recipients,” Cr McKay said. “What I can say is that if you are involved in something that benefit’s our region then now is the time to find out how council can help.” Sunshine Coast Council’s Major Round of the Community Grants Program offers assistance to a wide range of notfor-profit community

groups with one-offprojects, activities or events that directly benefit the Sunshine Coast community. Groups can apply in one of seven categories – C o m m u n i t y Development, Cultural Development, Cultural Heritage, Economic Development, Environment, Festive Season, and Sport, Recreation and Healthy Living. This application round closes on 14 March. For those more creatively inclined the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is open until 1 March for applications. . This program supports the Coast’s budding or professional artists,

actors, filmmakers, producers and musicians with up to $10,000 towards artistic ventures that benefit the region. If you want more information on these grants and other funding opportunities, Council Grants Officers can offer assistance with the application process, technical queries, project development, grant writing tips and advice on other funding sources outside council. For further information or to find out if your project is eligible, contact a grants officer on 5475 7272, email grants@ sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or visit www.sunshine coast.qld.gov.au/grants.

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community news Valentine’s Day to remember at Sanctuary Park residents can age-in-place with total freedom, independence, privacy, dignity and security, and Russell said the extension of the clubhousehas provided even more social opportunities for active residents. “This expansion has allowed for many more residents to attend functions and meetings in a much more comfortable and roomy environment, and what a great success it has been,” Russell said. “Every single resident who has attended a function in the clubhouse has commented on the extension and the success thereof.” Churches of Christ Care aims to provide safe, attractive and accessible retirement accommodation that is responsive to the needs of the communities in which it operates. The organisation recognises the changing needs of residents and aims to provide responsive continuum of care services and support to meet those needs.

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Terry and Lyn dancing There have been many a memorable night at Churches of Christ Care Sanctuary Park Retirement Community in Nambour but few more so than Friday’s Valentine’s Day celebrations. “What a fabulous night – the best night we’ve ever had at the village,” resident Malcolm said. “The food was great, the entertainment was great; it was just a great night all around. “Everyone had so much fun; we’re just wanting an excuse to do it all again! “Thank goodness we now have a clubhouse big enough to hold us all.” The recently extended village clubhouse came into its own as almost all village residents and staff gathered to celebrate the annual day of love. The village social club catered for the event, serving the residents’ choice of sweet and sour pork or creamy chicken fettuccini, accompanied by a slice berry cheese cake or jelly with fruit and ice cream. The delectable tones of accomplished local talent, Karen Thompson, enthralled thecrowd and took them down memory lane with a great array of music from the 1950s, 60s and 70s. “So good was the entertainment that quite a few residents wound back the years and took to the dance floor,” Sanctuary Park Retirement Living Manager Russell Elms said. “What an absolute delight it was to see and no doubt a few sore muscles were felt Saturday morning.” Sanctuary Park is one of 18 retirement villages owned and operated by Churches of Christ Care – one of the leading not-for-profit providers of retirement living in Queensland. The village offers a wide range of lifestyle options, all with personally tailored care and support packages available through Churches of Christ Care or coordinated by the management team. Staff promote an independent lifestyle where

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AS the peak body representing Queensland’s 484,400 unpaid carers, Carers Queensland has twelve regional offices throughout the state and employs 100 people. Ms Debra Cottrell, CEO of Carers Queensland said, “In Queensland alone, it is estimated that over $8 billion in resources would be required each year to replace the work carried out by unpaid family carers.” Carers Queensland represents the diverse needs and interests of carers in Queensland. “It is important to remember that carers do what they do because they love the person they are doing it for; and to recognise that carers often have different needs to the people for whom they provide care,” she said. Carers Queensland empowers carers by providing carers with information, education, training, advocacy, counselling and other support services that may assist them in their caring role.

Regional events and support groups offer advice, support, news and information. “Some of which is comforting, some interesting and some vital for carers throughout Queensland,” said Ms Cottrell. One in eight Queenslanders are unpaid carers, and many carers shoulder enormous responsibilities to care for their loved one. “We also aim to raise awareness about the valuable role that carers play. We look to local communities to help us highlight the issues and challenges faced by unpaid carers.” At some time in our lives, most of us will either be a carer or need a carer. It can happen to anyone, at anytime. Are you a carer? Need assistance? Call the Carer Advisory Service on 1800 242 636 to speak with one of our officers. This service is available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. (Free call from local phones, mobile calls at mobile rates).

Medication class for unpaid carers

CARERS Queensland is offering a Process Oriented Meditation class in Gympie for unpaid family carers from 10am to 12pm on Monday, March 17th, 2014. Come along to discover the deeper meaning to your stress. Stress is not only a physical problem. Physical solutions are important, as are attending to the inner and psychological aspects of your process. Stress is a reaction to something. Learning how to bring our awareness to the parts of ourselves that may not get much airspace is a practice. Getting to know more of ourselves invariably gives us a sense of our wholeness and offers more choices and options. Stress is always connected to our larger life path. Venue: Room 6, Gympie Community Centre Place, Cnr Excelsior & Stanley Sts, Gympie. To RSVP or for more info please contact Counsellor Pam Danson on 5451 1882.

Manage incontinence DID you know that incontinence is not only quite common, but can in most cases be managed effectively through physiotherapy? Hi, my name is Annette Bezear of One-2-One

Physiotherapy and my area of expertise is in the treatment and management of continence disorders and pelvic floor rehabilitation. That means I treat men and women for all incontinence issues and actively promote continence awareness throughout the Sunshine Coast.With over 30 years experience, as a physiotherapist I operate a visiting consulting service in Caloundra, Beerwah/ Maleny, Maroochydore and the Wesley Private Hospital in Brisbane. I am a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APAM), Continence and Women’s Health Special Interest Group, and the Continence Foundation of Australia (CFA). Bladder and bowel control problems are common. More than four million Australians experience leakage from the bladder and bowel regularly and this is known as incontinence. Many others have bladder and bowel control problems such as frequency and urgency without leakage. Although incontinence and continence problems have a considerable impact on a person’s quality of life, many people do not seek help.

Embarrassment often prevents people talking about their bladder and bowel problems while some restrict going out and have little social contact outside their home. There is no need to become a recluse! The good news is that for most people these problems can either be cured or at least better managed. You can lead a normal life and you no longer need to plan activities around the toilet. Incontinence and continence problems affect people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. Despite popular opinion, older people are not the only ones affected. Bladder and bowel control problems are not an inevitable part of ageing. Talk to me if you or anyone you love has incontinence or continence problems as there is a range of management options available. The treatments depend on the type of incontinence you have and what you hope to achieve. Together we can develop your own incontinence management plan which will in most cases manage incontinence. For more information phone me on 0411 049 729.

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Are you Breast Cancer Aware?

DID you know: breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting women in Queensland and the second most common cause of cancer death? 9 out of 10 women who get breast cancer don’t have a family history of the disease?; and most breast cancers occur in women over 50? It is important for women of all ages to be breast aware. This means every woman should be familiar with the look and feel of her breasts. If she finds a breast lump, a watery or bloodstained nipple discharge, or any breast changes that concern her, she should talk to her doctor as soon as possible. The other important step that all women over 40 can take to keep on top of their breast health is to participate in a regular two yearly screening program. Breast cancer screening remains the most effective way to detect breast cancer. Although screening doesn’t stop breast cancer developing, finding it

early does give women the best possible chance of successful treatment and well-being. BreastScreen Queensland provides high quality breast cancer screening services from various permanent sites on the Sunshine Coast including Caloundra, Caboolture, Gympie, Maroochydore, Nambour and Noosaville. The mobile service also visits Beerwah, Bribie Island, Cooroy, Kenilworth, Maleny and Tin Can Bay throughout the year. Convenient late afternoon and Saturday appointments are also available. Appointments are one-on-one with a female health professional and BreastScreen Queensland uses the latest digital mammography technology. So don’t forget to look after yourself by looking after your breast health. To arrange an appointment or for more details call 13 20 50.

Need help hearing, sound barrier broken with the Pocketalker WHEN Wally Eaglesham found his elderly father-inlaw Mick was unable to use his hearing aids effectively several years ago, he decided to build his own device to enable Mick to reconnect with his social world. After some research, the result is Listenear providing affordable and practical hearing solutions. The simple design has excellent battery life and it is relatively easy to operate and handle. It provides a low-cost and effective strategy for people who want to improve their hearing quality and for hearing impaired people who have problems with existing hearing aids. You will be able to enjoy talking with friends without strain and misunderstanding, even when noisy, and it is also very useful in the car when background noise can make conversation difficult. “Living with my hearing loss affects everyone around you. My daughter couldn’t stand to watch TV with me because it was always too loud, so she’d always leave the room. This device has given both me and my daughter a new lease of life. We can now watch TV together and I can also communicate with her better, without disruption. I can recommend ListenEar for their professional assistance and this device to anyone wanting to improve their quality of life. It’s truly amazing.” Testamonial by Eileen Lota Qld. The Pocketalker amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. It features a lightweight, ergonomic design for portability and

ease of use. Fingertip adjustable volume control allows you to quickly adjust to your listening environment - whether your hearing loss is low frequency or high frequency sounds. Pocketalker brings voices closer, making them clearer and louder. With the use of the included 12 ft. microphone extension cord, the Pocketalker microphone can be placed next to a TV or sound system speaker to provide extra amplification with the benefit of reduced sound distortion and reverberation. The volume control easily adjusts the amplification level to suit your need and the voice level of the person you wish to hear and you can quickly and discreetly adjust the frequency response of the Pocketalker system to compensate for your hearing deficit and the high or low pitch of the voice you are listening to. With a modern look that is both functional and elegant in appearance, Pocketalker is similar in shape and size to a cell phone and can be hand-held, worn around the neck on a lanyard or attached to the included belt clip and it comes with a 5 year warranty. Pocketalker is available with your choice of headphones, ear buds or neck loop. Optional accessories include directional microphones Please call us on 0437 432 728 or 1300 432 728 and a friendly and helpful consultant will assist you. See our advert on page 42 herein.

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Sunshine Coast Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Group THE Sunshine Coast MS Self Help Group meet every 4th Saturday of the month at 2.00pm at the Suncare Day Respite Centre, George Street Maroochydore. Further information can be obtained by phoning Maureen on 5443 2215. There is no cost and Partners/Carers are also

welcome. Future meetings for the rest of the year will be held on the 22nd March, 26th April, 24th May, 28th June, 26th July, 23rd August (Birthday Lunch), 27th September, 25th October & 22nd November (Christmas Lunch). No meeting in December.

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FEELING GOOD g Independent and Stayin Yoga for absolute beginners YOGA is for everyone; yoga allows us to be still stress and unclutter the yoga, then this could be the start for you because it’s about a healthy in a world consumed with mind. experience is lifestyle. The practice of chaos and it helps relieve If you have never tried no necessary for a 10 Week Course for Absolute Beginners. Both men and women are welcome no matter what your level of fitness, or age. During the course you will learn the basics of conscious movement and yoga breathing exercises, in conjunction with the moving body. The benefits of using yoga are many, including Dip Phty (N.Z.) APAM - Member Continence Foundation of Australia greater flexibility and strength, increased lung Assessment, treatment & management of all capacity and a quieter mind in a more relaxed Continence concerns and pelvic floor body. When you approach the dysfunction for Men and Women of all ages yoga mat you are not If you have any issues regarding your continence alone; you bring yourself and your life’s please Contact Me now. The answers are better than just

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experiences to that special place. If you are young (or youngish), it is, on one level, easier to arrive there. If you are older (oldish) it can seem much harder. Whether you are young, old or somewhere in between, you will find reasons a’plenty for not going to the mat. (I speak from experience!). But go to the mat you must! That special time – your yoga session – is an opportunity created by you to raise your conscious awareness, little by little, and use that incremental wisdom to assist you in your daily life. There will be physical improvements; greater strength and flexibility; improved stamina; greater

lung capacity and control of the breath, and… taking control, harnessing that most powerful “muscle”: training the mind. And the big secret is, it is not hard to do, it’s actually quite easy. The difficulty lies in developing the right frame of mind to allow training to take place. Some of the qualities needed in your training toolbox are patience, tolerance, commitment, and a strong will. You may find yourself saying, “Well, I don’t see myself as having those qualities, so I can’t succeed with a yoga practice”. You would be quite wrong to allow such a

negative thought to bubble up in your mind. The really great news is that an on-going hatha yoga practice actually creates fertile ground for such qualities to grow and develop – regardless of age, physical fitness, or any other obstacle you might think gets in the way of a good thing. Kevin Huckstep will run these classes at his Tewantin-Cooroy Yoga Studio, 817 CooroyNoosa Road, Cooroy at the very reasonable cost of $130 for the ten onehour sessions. Dates and times are yet to be confirmed but call Kevin now on 5447 6492 or 0423 920 000 to reserve your place in the class.

ignoring the issue and hoping they will go away.

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Day Rehabilitation at The Sunshine Coast Private Hospital at Buderim THE Sunshine Coast Private Hospital at Buderim offers a comprehensive range of Day Rehabilitation programs. These are suitable for people who need rehabilitation treatment without

needing to be hospitalised. As the demographics of the Sunshine Coast continue to change with the ‘baby boomers’ born from 1945 to 1965 getting older, the Sunshine Coast faces an increasing need for services such as these. Day Rehabilitation may suit people recovering from surgery, a cardiac event, an illness, a stroke, an accident or those dealing with a chronic condition such as arthritis. Many sufferers of orthopaedic problems in the shoulder, arm, wrist or hand have found these programs of great benefit, as have patients who have undergone hip or knee replacement surgery. Day Rehabilitation can

also make a big difference to those suffering from neurological conditions such as strokes, multiple sclerosis, Guillain-Barre and Parkinson’s Disease. A multidisciplinary team including a rehabilitation specialist, physiotherapist, occupational therapist and an exercise physiologist assesses each patient and works with them to create an individualised rehabilitation program to help them regain their strength and mobility, to improve coordination, to reduce the risk of falls, and to relearn skills or find new ways of doing things, such as showering and dressing, preparing food, participating in hobbies,

returning to work or driving. This provides the best possible level of independence at work and at home, improving mental and emotional wellbeing. Treatment is provided in group sessions, individual sessions, or both, depending on the patient’s goals and needs. Sessions can last for two to three hours, once or twice a week. The Sunshine Coast Private Hospital at Buderim has agreements with most private health funds and is eligible for funding through the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA). To participate in a Day Rehabilitation Program, patients must be referred by a GP, rehabilitation specialist or other specialist.

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Accredited health professionals seeking to help our seniors QUALITY of Life (QOL) EP and dietitians are a team of exercise physiologists and dietitians who work together to provide a professional, friendly and supportive service to better the health of our senior community. Our exercise physiologists are qualified health professionals who specialise in the delivery of exercise and rehabilitation programs for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries including but not limited to: Heart and lung disease, Diabetes and Pre-diabetes, Arthritis, Joint replacements, Chronic pain, PTSD, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and Cancer. Exercise programs are individualised and specific to injury or chronic condition and to the client’s physical capabilities. Our accredited dietitians offer professional advice to assist with the understanding of the relationship between food and health by providing an individualized diet analysis and

plan to prevent and treat illness and disease, for example those listed above. Entitled DVA clients may be referred through their general practitioner with a D904 referral for a clinically necessary treatment of a specific condition. Medicare rebates and private health fund rebates are also available. Eligible individuals can get up to 5 bulk billed visits through an EPC program referral with Medicare. Home visits and group exercise are available. Exercise classes include pilates, falls prevention, seniors, chronic disease classes and more. Clinics are located at Aspley, Carseldine, Chancellor Park, Chermside, Deagon, Glasshouse Mountains, Mooloolaba, Mountain Creek, Nundah, Redcliffe, Scarborough, Teneriffe and Woolloongabba. For more information on improving your QUALITY OF LIFE please contact 1800 813 113 or info@QOLife.com.au.

Is this proof that copper can alleviate arthritis? THERE is a new product on the Australian market called the Copper Heeler – this amazing device has already been shown to take away the pain of arthritis for many sufferers in the United Kingdom and we can now purchase it here. The Original Copper Heeler® took 18 months to develop, because the shape was so important; it needed to be ultra-thin, lightweight and moulded to the shape of the foot for maximum comfort. Tens of thousands have since been sold. Copper is essential to life, yet older people are often deficient in it; so imagine what a difference a copper insole will make.

It makes no difference which part of the body the copper comes into contact with as the benefits from the copper will be absorbed by the skin and then circulated right throughout the body to relieve pain. There is ever increasing scientific evidence that copper has anti-inflammatory properties; the copper is absorbed by the skin which gives relief to arthritis and general joint pain. Based on the results of laboratory and clinical studies, St. Francis Private Hospital, a 140-bed facility located in County Westmeath, Ireland, decided to become the first hospital in the world to

fully specify hygienic copper door handles throughout its facility as part of its infection control program. A full upgrade of all door furniture (i.e. 250 doorsets, incorporating handles, push plates and privacy locks) to antimicrobial copper in the hospital and nursing home commenced in January 2010. Refurbishment projects specifying copper products are now anticipated across National Health Service facilities in the UK. If you would like your arthritic pain to become a distant memory why not try the Copper Heeler? Check out the advertisement in these pages, then call Charles on

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Life theme for 2014 – Value Your Health We are much more efficient and successful at achieving our goals when our values can back up our objectives. A life theme reflects what you value most and indicates what inspires and drives you. Your life themes can provide a viewpoint and insight into how you define yourself and prioritise your life. Making health and fitness one of your life themes is the best way to achieve your 2014 health and fitness resolutions and beyond. Adopt a whole new mindset and you’ll soon discover that a theme of health and fitness in your life will give you the motivation and the right attitude to be successful at reaching your health goals not just for 2014 but for the years ahead as it becomes your lifestyle. A better you, a fit and healthier you, will equip you to live and engage to the fullest in life. It’s important we also define what fit and healthy actually means and looks like as each and every person is unique. Moving Joints Accredited Exercise Physiologist are your local health exercise specialists equipped to help you exercise in the right way according to your level of health and personal goals and needs. AEP professionals are university qualified and have completed a 4 year degree, similar to physiotherapy, and work with Doctors and alongside other Allied Health professionals for a holistic approach to your health. If you suffer from a chronic condition you should speak to your Doctor to learn about the benefits of a personalised and evolving exercise program according to your specific goals and needs. For eligible persons there a health fund rebates available for AEP services such as Medicare, Department of Veteran’s Affairs, Work Cover and private health

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HOLIDAY & Leisure

YOU’LL cruise on two excellent ships. Princess Cruises’Pacific Princess explores the stunning Alaskan Inside Passage, while Royal Caribbean International’s Radiance of the Seas sails from the great Canadian city of Vancouver, crosses the Pacific and calls at the Hawaiian islands, including Honolulu and the laid-back surf paradise of Maui. Called ‘Get Hot in Hawaii & Chill in Alaska’ this holiday includes stays at fine hotels in two great Canadian locations and a two-day/three-night tour to the West Coast Wilderness Lodge. You’ll stay three nights in Vancouver,

Chill out in spectacular Alaska and warm up in wonderful Hawaii in Ucango Travel’s latest Fly, Cruise & Stay package consistently voted one of the world’s best cities, plus two nights in the West Coast Wilderness Lodge on the laid-back and scenically spectacular Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. ‘Get Hot in Hawaii & Chill in Alaska’ starts with a flight from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Adelaide toVancouver on 31 August 2014. It costs from A$6599 per person twin-share (or from A$6799 if flying from Adelaide). The holiday begins with two nights at the luxury Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside, located on the waterfront in downtown Vancouver, near the city’s top attractions. Robson

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old whaling town of Seas for a 10Lahaina, Maui fora day. nightcruise to Hawaii from Vancouver. You’ve Visit Haleakala National Park and its awesome five days to relax volcano crater, over onboard before you 3000 metres high. reach Hawaii. All Nawiliwili comes next, shipboard main meals on Kauai, an island of (excluding specialty rainforest, smooth, restaurants), tips for rounded mountains, staff and most impossibly green entertainment are valleys and waterfalls included. Ride in sleek cascading from glass elevators facing towering ocean cliffs. the sea; maybe try out Finally, disembark in the rock-climbing wall, Honolulu, Hawaii’s Cruising College Fjord African safari-themed capital. Perhaps sip an solarium, indoor/ aquamarine Blue Hawaii Street Shopping fishing camp five dock and stroll cedar outdoor country club cocktail as the waves District, known for kilometres long and just boardwalks through the with golf simulator, or break on Waikiki Beach, itstop name-brand three blocks wide. rainforest to Chatterbox day spa and fitness before catching the stores, is a short walk After the cruise, Falls. On day three, centre. flight home. away. another Canadian explore Egmont at Before you know it, For bookings or more Next, board the stylish spectacular awaits. A leisure before flying you’ll be in Hawaii! information, contact Pacific Princess. One two-night/three-day back toVancouver by After a visit toHilo, Ucango Travel & of Princess Cruises’ mini-tour begins with a floatplane. Stay tonight capital of the Big smaller ships, Pacific scenic 40-minute flight Princess carries no by floatplane northwest more than 680 via Sechelt to theWest passengers. Take a Coast Wilderness personal enrichment Lodge. class, tryyoga, go duty- During your flight you free shopping, relax may see whales, with a dip in one of the dolphins and sea lions pools or spas. All swimming below in shipboard main meals Howe Sound’s (excluding specialty stunning islands and restaurants) are bays. You’ll also zoom included, as is most over Skookumchuck entertainment. Rapids, the fastest Even more impressive is saltwater rapids in the scenery. North America. The highlight of Your accommodation Alaska’s Inside for two nights is the Passage is phenomenal beautiful West Coast Glacier Bay, whereblack Wilderness Lodge and brown bears forage resort in the village of and 16 tidewater Egmont onBritish glaciers plunge into icy Columbia’s Sunshine fjords. You’ll also visit Coast. From the lodge, Cruising Glacier Bay Alaska the frontier town of an all-day boat tour Juneau on the takes you to the head Cruise at Gastineau Channel, the of Jervis Inlet, through in a Vancouver hotel. Island, explore KailuaKlondike gold-rush the Malibu Rapids into The major cruise of ‘Get Kona at the heart of the Maroochydore (5451 8600); Pleican Waters town of Skagway and sheltered Princess Hot in Hawaii & Chill in coffee-growing Kona Ketchikan, a former Louisa inlet, where you Alaska’ now awaits. coast. Radiance of the 5437 4000 or email info@ucango.com.au. Board Radiance of the Seas anchors off the

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TAIWAN in the minds of many is that of a technologically advanced “industrial island”, however there is much more to Taiwan, including a wide array of tourism and ecological resources, a diversity of traditional folk customs, a rich culture, modern arts, and fantastic food. In short, visitors will discover that Taiwan is “beyond all expectations.” First known to the West as “Ilha Formosa, or Beautiful Island” Taiwan has more than 200

mountains that soar above 3,000 metres, and the Island’s unique geology and topography have created countless arresting landscapes and alluring coastal scenes. With world-class natural landscapes such as the awesome Taroko Gorge, at a staggering 19 kilometres long and in places more than 900 metres deep, the towering cliffs on either side frame a yawning marble chasm. Taiwan is also the repository of true Chinese culture with the

National Palace Museum housing the greatest collection of Chinese art and antiquities anywhere in the world. With ancient pottery, bronzes and jade, Ming vases, Song landscape paintings and calligraphy even a foreign eye can appreciate. In addition Taiwan has one of the world’s tallest certified buildings in Taipei 101, a true engineering marvel. Being well known for its welcoming friendly people and a great shopping culture Taiwan will imprint indelible memories in the minds of visitors. Central Taiwan’s Chung Tai Chan Monastery was designed by the same architect as the modern Taipei 101 building, and the 15-storey monastery complex blends Eastern, Western and futuristic styles. The monks and nuns here practice a progressive and socially engaged form of Buddhism and a visit to

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HOLIDAY & Leisure EAT PLAY LOVE aboard the award winning Rocky Mountaineer Train A JOURNEY into the wilds doesn’t have to mean a diet of nuts and berries. Besides

absorbing Canada’s soul-stirring landscape from a bi-level glass domed coach, you’ll

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restaurants. On board the Rocky Mountaineer train you will pass through pristine Canadian wilderness inaccessible by other means. As the trains run by daylight only, you never miss out on a moment of the magic of the scenery, whether it’s winding along sinuous canyons or climbing pine-covered slopes. Gold Leaf service is the most popular, having won 8 World Travel Awards, including “The Best Train Experience in the World”. And if you are a history buff

7 night Alaskan InsidePassage Cruise as part of their experience. So if Canada and Alaska are on your bucket list, please contact Go SeeTouring on 1300551997 or check our website www.gosee

touring.com. One ofour friendly travel experts will be happy to help with all your travel needs. Go See Touring is now a part of Hello World, a nationally recognized travel brand, so keep an eye out for the Hello World advertising campaign.

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Deadline for our next Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper is 19th March

See “Real Bali” for yourselves without leaving the Coast

Eileen Walder with Balinese friends IF you still have the usual tourist haunts concerns about whether of Kuta, Seninyak and it is safe to visit Bali, Legian. They visited U3A Noosa invites you the homes of Balinese to come along and put friends living in all your doubts to rest traditional villages, on Friday 7 March at shared meals and 1pm when Armchair special ceremonies, Travel presents the travelled through screening of the Bali scenery rarely seen by Tour video filmed by the average tourist, Alan Roberts of the visited temples, recent visit by members palaces, markets, and friends. literary festival, artisan “Despite the recent work-shops, an negative stories in the elephant sanctuary, Media about Bali, the played golf, snorkelled, only people with bad sailed and enjoyed things to say about wining and dining , “The Island of the music and dance. One Gods” are those who highlight was visiting a have never been there,” village kindergarten said group leader and sponsored by the Eerwah Vale resident Walders, to present Eileen Walder,who first gifts,share songs and visited the island by play. The “Bali mistake seven years ago Twelve” as they and immediately fell in jokingly called love with its beauty and themselves, returned people. Eileen entranced, thrilled with mistakenly bid on a their experiences and holiday on Ebayseven now are firm fans of years ago and won. Bali and its gentle However once there she people. Everyone is and husband David invited to come along were touched by how to U3A House, 64 badly negative press Poinciana Avenue, and comments by Tewantin (opp. Shell people who really had no servo), share the fun, personal experiences, laughter, the had affected the experiences, the culture and the charm for economy and people. themselves. Some of The Walders returned the travellers will be three times within that present to answer first year and have visited every year since. questions and anyone interested in joining Last October the this year’s trip can get Walders escorted a group of 12 U3A Noosa information from members and friends, on Eileen on the day or phone 5442 8255. a two week culture and Entry is just $4 fun filled tour to show the ‘real’ Bali away from including afternoon tea.

Blue Care Coach Tour BLUE Care Auxiliary Coach tour to Brisbane City Hall will be on Wednesday 19th March. Departs Blue Care office 8am at West Terrace Caloundra. The cost is $52 per person and includes morning tea on the banks of the Brisbane River at West End. Come along and enjoy the day out. Lunch will be a The Brisbane Broncos Leagues Club. This really is a great day out. For further information phone Gloria on 5492 3318, Pauline on 5491 7207 after 4pm or Blue Care office on 5438 5000. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Sheer Beauty, Sheer perfection Peroni. Over the next few days in Praiano we’re overwhelmed by the experience of staying in an extraordinary hotel perched on the side of a steep cliff, with an elevator built through the rocks to the stony beach below. It’s the Casa Angelina, one of the Small Luxury Hotels of

View of Positano

AUSTRALIANS love Italy. We love Italian food, wine, a certain craziness and “la dolce vita”…the good life. And a holiday in Italy is pretty high on most bucket lists. So when we decided to go south of Rome instead of north for the first time, the Amalfi Coast beckoned. We’d heard so much about it, and seen many films and websites, that it seemed like we’d been before. We were wrong. Hiring a car in Naples, we head south along an autostrada for the first half hour, then there’s a peninsula with twisty, narrow roads until we hit Sorrento… and presto! The jagged edges of the Amalfi Coast unravel

before us. It’s a daunting prospect as we look at this serpentine route high above the cliffs, and it’s like nothing we’ve expected. Sheer drops, total adrenaline with Vespas buzzing like bees all around and large tour coaches like elephants around the corners. It’s all fun, as long as you can keep your cool [ and temper] in the face of fearless Italian drivers. Before you reach the city of Salerno there are three main towns to explore, with a huge range of hotels and pensiones…Positano and Amalfi on the coast, and Ravello in the hinterland. They all have charm by the bucketload but are different in every other way. Positano for trendy boutiques and

trattorias specialising in seafood; Amalfi for a busier vibe and nightlife; and Ravello for its ubercool craft shops, the 13th century Villa Rufolo and the Cathedral dating back to the same period. Ravello is one of the most famous [and touristy] mountain towns in Italy, with good reason. But for us, the highlight is a small coastal village called Praiano, just a few kilometres from Positano with a quieter, more “authentic” feel and some really good restaurants like La Brace, whose pizzas are worth braving the road trip. There’s also a bar/café where the locals congregate in the evening and will happily practise their English with you as you sip a Campari or a

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the World, and it’s sheer perfection. Balconies look out over the blue Mediterranean and the paler blue sky, creating an effect of merging seamlessly into your allwhite room. It is very hard to get out of bed and leave this setting, even for the lavish buffet breakfast which we ranked as our number one choice in the whole of Italy…and that’s saying something. Casa Angelina is also a

showcase for modern art collected by the owner, Signor Cappiello who bought this property in poor condition and has spent a fortune on creating this monument to good taste, Italian style and a sense of humour seen in the glass sculptures by a Mexican artist Sosabravo. The pervasive atmosphere is one of complete relaxation where subtle music, lighting and the scents of lemon and

sandalwood combine to create “a different vision of luxury” as the owner puts it. It’s topped off by a very fine terrace restaurant where Contemporary meets Italy in a very happy marriage. The Amalfi Coast should be on every Seniors agenda. And for sheer beauty and service perfection, you couldn’t find a better place than Casa Angelina. www.amalfitouristoffice.it www.casangelina.com

Praiano street scene

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THE new Queensland Rail Train the Spirit of Queensland has arrived and we are very excited to announce that Great Value Holidays have many different departures for our 2014 touring program to the destinations of Cairns, Townsville, and Whitsundays. We have allocation on the train held in advance utilising the new luxurious Rail beds for our guests and also the Premium Economy Seats as well. Come travel on the new train in April or May and have something special to tell your family and friends about. We also have tours to Longreach & Winton in the Queensland Outback. The journey starts on board the Spirit of Outback which travels up the coast to Rockhampton then swings to the left and heads out to Longreach. This is a magnificent journey with the varying www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

shades of colour of cinerary out the window and great atmosphere aboard. We have availability on our Longreach & Winton Tours departing 26th April and 10th May. Our tours fill quickly so book early to save disappointment. We also have coach air tours to Tasmania, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road and many more. Great Value Holidays can be contacted on 1300 722 661 for more information and you can also read our advertisement below with information on our great tours available to you, or contact Caloundra Transit Centre direct on 07 5437 0555 or info@caloundratransit.com.au. We look forward to your call for a full itinerary. Caloundra Transit Centre, 23 Cooma Terrace, Caloundra Qld 4551. Phone 07 5437 0555 or email info@caloundratransit.com.au

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . . EDITORIAL COPY is always welcome. Deadline for the April edition of Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper is March 19th, 2014

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THE MEETING PLACE Women Seeking Men Nambour Area Happy widow love the simple things in life. Young at heart, good company seeks same in nice gentleman 68 – 72 NS, ND, FF. Dining, concerts, picnics, travel good. Love to meet over coffee. Ref: 2059 Sunshine Coast Lady Young 70 seeking companionship/ friendship in kind gentleman. Enjoys drives, dining, good conversations, and gardening. DTE honest person, NS, SD, GSOH. Would like to share time together. Come on don’t be shy. Ref:2052 Caloundra Area Tall lady NS, ND loves gardening, outdoors. Thanks for all the letters in 2013. I am still looking and know you’re out there. Star sign Virgo and I am 64 and would like to meet gent similar age. No ties. Ref: 2054 Buddina Lady 70’s Ang/ Sax NS, ND. WLTM a kind decent Gentleman who enjoys for the good

things in life and poss adventure and travel OS. Friendship, quiet enjoyment of each other’s company, outing to anything but sport on a VTPR. Ref: 2055 Discerning Woman, 72, NS Tertiary Ed (Humanities) Talkative but thoughtful, private. Free Spirit looking for the right man. Tall 65-75, graduate, interested in social issues, curious, considerate, GSOH, NS.Ref:2056 Are you lonely, crave friendship with no strings attached. I am looking for a good friend to share fun times. Meet for coffee, meal, movie walk or just a chat. I am active female late 60’s NS, SD. I would love to hear from you. Ref: 2058 Lady 50’s NS with zest for life seeks Professional gent in 50’s with SOH. Sunshine Coast. Meet for coffee. Ref: 2061 Friend, companion sought by 69 yr young SSC lady. NS, SD, GSOH, loves life. Having many interests is there a sincere gentleman 68-72yo liking

to contact me, curious to seek my interests. Ref: 2063 Tuned-in lady seeks an intuitive and educated man for the mutual enjoyment of lively conversation and laughter. I like living in the hinterland, gardens, movies and like to read. Ref: 2064 Men Seeking Women Out of town retired professional gent living on acreage NS, SD FS A bit unconventional. Likes gardening, music, reading, quiet nights and travelling Australia by caravan WLTM similar 68-75 Lady to spend winters travelling the north VTPR. Ref: 2057 Wanted Slim attractive woman in 60’s as casual relationship companion for man, 70 living in the Cooroy/Noosa area. Tall, fit, active, NS, SD enjoys outdoor activities, travel, live theatre, concerts and good living generally. Ref: 2053 80+ Gent would like to meet a lady of similar age for friendship and

companionship. Collects stamp. Would like to have coffee NS, ND, FS. I would like to have someone to talk to. Happy New Year. Ref: 2060

How to Reply Place your reply in a sealed STAMPED envelope (please don’t write on this envelope). Enclose this envelope inside another envelope and write the reference number advertisement you wish to respond to and post it to “Seniors Meeting Place”, P.O. Box 1062, Tewantin. Qld 4565. We will then forward your message on to the person who placed the advertisement.

To place a FREE ad Send your free advertisement (up to 40 words) with your name, address and phone number to “Seniors Meeting Place”, P.O. Box 1062, Tewantin. Qld 4565. (No names, addresses or phone numbers are printed in the advertisements, only a reference number).

A Pleasant afternoon concert by international pianist, Avan ENJOY an afternoon of fine music at The Events Centre with one of Canada’s most exciting pianists, Avan Yu. Avan received international attention when he triumphed at the Sydney International Piano Competition in 2012, winning First Prize along with nine special awards. One of Canada’s most exciting young pianists, Avan Yu sprang to international attention when he triumphed at the Sydney International Piano Competition of Australia in 2012, winning First Prize along with nine special awards. Hailed as a “pianistic force with an astonishing sensitivity far beyond his years”, Avan Yu has appeared as soloist with orchestras and conductors around the world, including Rafael Fruehbeck de Burgos and the Dresden Philharmonic, Pinchas Zukerman and the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa, and Bramwell Tovey and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. In addition, he has performed with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Morocco Philharmonic, Real Filharmonica de Galicia, Slovak Radio Orchestra, Victoria Symphony,

Windsor Symphony, and Nova Scotia Symphony Orchestra. In recital, Avan has performed at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Salle Cortot in Paris, and the Nacional Auditorio de Musica in Madrid. He is an avid chamber musician and has collaborated with celebrated musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, Cuarteto Casals, Armida Quartett, Johannes Moser, and Geoff Nuttall. Born in Hong Kong, Avan moved at the age of nine to Vancouver with his family. His teachers

include Kenneth Broadway and Ralph Markham in Vancouver, and Klaus Hellwig at the Berlin University of the Arts. In his Bathurst recital Avan will be performing works by Beethoven, Debussy and Chopin. The Events Centre, Caloundra on Sunday 13th April at 2.00pm Show. Tickets full price $28.00 / Concession $25.00 / Students $16.00. Bookings call 5491 4240 or visit www.theevents centre.com.au See you at the show, The Events Centre Team!

Card & Games Day

THE Sunshine Coast Private Hospital will hold a Card and Games Day on Saturday 8th March 2014 at IRT “The Palms” Retirement Village, 22 Power Road. Buderim from 10.00 am - 2.30 pm. Cost is $ 20 p.p. which includes morning tea & lunch. Bring your own cards or games. Proceeds will go to The Sunshine Coast Private Hospital in Buderim. For more information and bookings please call Robyn on 5476 7212 or Yolande 5446 6765

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . . Motherhood Out Loud!

Sarah Pegler, Cathy Quinn & Debbie Pitura

FOR an evening filled with wit, humor, pathos and enlightenment, you must see Motherhood Out

Loud, presented by a very talented ensemble cast from BATS Theatre, in Buderim. Penned by 14

writers, the show is a series of absorbing monologues about parenthood from birth, rearing, letting go,

and eventually becoming the parented. It is a full of poignant humor, and thoughtful insights that never fail to strike both the funny bone and the heart. So if you’re a mother, or have a mother, or know someone who is a mother, don’t miss Motherhood Out Loud, directed by Jacqui Mata Luque. Buderim War Memorial Hall, cnr Church and Main Sts Buderim, 14th 15th 21st 22nd March at 8:00pm and 16th & 22nd March at 2:00pm. Tickets $20, concession $18, Members & Uni Students $14. ookings: www.batstheatre.com.au or 5445 2515.

Audience needed to solve a Mystrie!

A TALENTED group of Sunshine Coast performers will present ‘Who Dun It? - A Magatha Mystrie’ comedy musical theatre concert and they need an enthusiastic audience to sing-along, laugh and try to solve the crime. The fun filled concert has a humorous story line with comedy, dance, music and well known songs and will stimulate wonderful memories and leave the whole audience singing along. The diverse group of well-known local senior performers are rehearsing

two times a week to showcase their unique stage skills. ‘Who Dun It? - A Magatha Mystrie’ is a delightful Comedy Musical Theatre written by playwright Kev Hallewell with a humorous story line, gags , dance, music and well known songs. The concert has a twist with the theft of precious jewellery and some very suspicious characters to be considered when trying to solve the crime. The concert Director Norma Fox said “I am absolutely thrilled with the

enthusiasm of the cast and the delightful way that they have brought the characters to life. Having to deal with the gangsters and pretty girls has resulted in rehearsal schedule full of laughter and we can’t wait to bring the show to life with the live performance’. Over 20 seasoned local performers have been diligently learning their lines and warming their voices in anticipation that the success of the program will provide ongoing opportunities for senior performers to come out of

the woodwork and tread the boards once again. ‘Who Dun It? - A Magatha Mystrie’ comedy musical theatre concert will be presented at The Events Centre at 1pm Wednesday 19th March. The Events Centre, Caloundra on Wednesday 19th March at 1pm. Full price $17.00, Groups 10+ $15.50. See you at the show, The Events Centre Team!

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO WIN TICKETS TO THIS SHOW We have 3 double passes to give away! Send your entries to Who Dun It, Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin, 4566 with your name, phone number and address on the back of the envelope no later than Monday 12th March 2014.

Presen t your Seniors C to rece ard FREE C ive offee & Cake

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The Events Centre, Caloundra Saturday 15th March at 7.30pm

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . .

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Pugsley’s Back Singin’ The Blues

THE Sunshine Coast Jazz Club and 104.9 Sunshine fm proudly presents Pugsley Buzzard, not long returned from rocking the crowds in New Orleans is performing on the Sunshine Coast on Sunday 30th March . Pudsley is a unique entertainer, Pianist and Vocals like you have never heard before. His sound is distinctive, his shows are exciting and captivating. At the centre is his huge mesmerizing voice, dazzling piano playing, all delivered with a vaudevillian nuance and humour. Pugsley’s music spans the entire spectrum from dark hoodoo blues musings to good time rollicking boogie fuelled piano romps that never fail to get people stompin’ and shakin’ that thing. Pugsley will be accompanied by special guests, an exciting afternoon. Pugsley will be launching his latest CD a first on the Sunshine Coast This will be held on Sunday 30th March at the Currimundi Hotel Function Room, 32 Buderim St Currimundi from 2-4.30pm. Doors open at 12.30pm. Tickets on sale now! Cost is $25, Members $22.50, U3A & Concessions 2:00pm, roast of the day. A Translink Bus stop is out the front of the venue. Refunds or exchanges only $25. Credit card bookings to Jennie on 5476 7154. Bar Service, meals available 12:30- available if performance cancelled or rescheduled.

Diary Dates for March SAVE the Date for the Sunshine Coast Concert Band’s first Dance for 2014, which will be a “Love Boat” dance on Saturday March 8th from 7.30pm in the Kawana Community Hall. There’ll be plenty of Quicksteps, rock’n roll, waltzes and foxtrots, along with favourites such as Gypsy Tap, the Merilyn, and Pride of Erin, and of course plenty of rock ‘n roll. Dancers are asked to “get in the mood” by dressing in their most enticing gear, and coming along ready to party. Bookings are essential. Phone Helen Winter

on 5477 1037, (credit card bookings are available). Tables seat up to 12 people, or people can book as individuals at $15 per person. At this price, people can just enjoy a wonderful toe-tapping concert, but can also dance to the exciting music of Ken Chadwick and his 40 piece band. Also, there will be a “Vienna at Siena” concert at 2pm on Sunday 23rd March in the Siena School Hall, Sippy Downs. This will be in aid of the Nambour Special School. A full list of the year’s events for the SCCB can be viewed on the website www.sccb.org.au

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . . BINGO GUIDE

Star studded line-up for Sunshine Melodies 2014

SIX of Australia’s leading names in entertainment for baby boomers and beyond will be a special feature of The Events Centre 2014 Sunshine Melodies special anniversary program. Centre Manager Gary Mears said “The star studded line-up celebrates 30 years of the regular morning melodies program with six of the best headlining acts returning to celebrate and entertain with hits and memories. The popular morning entertainment program includes a complimentary morning tea and has become a regular social event for Sunshine Coast residents with many travelling from afar to be a part of the unique experience.” Tickets have just been released for the popular concert series that is destined to be the best yet and is sure to get audiences excited. Kicking off the year in February will be Jackie

Love who is renown in Australia and Internationally for sharing the great warmth in her vocal talent to embrace audiences in her musical journey. She returns from overseas with her successful stage show singing the ‘Timeless Great Standards’ and ‘Big Showstoppers of Today’ and will present to Caloundra ‘A Magical Musical Journey with LOVE.’ In April, star of Australian stage and screen Ian Stenlake will feature in ‘The Leading Man,’ an entertaining tribute to some of the best theatre music ever written. Little Pattie will return to the Events Centre in June with her performance ‘Memories of Bandstand’ including surf music of the Bandstand years, the swing era and contemporary music. Little Pattie will take you on a musical journey of great music and wonderful

stories. Simon Gallaher, our very own superstar, returns to the concert stage in August with a new show, ‘With a Song in My Heart’ packed with songs and good humour. Simon’s pure and smooth tenor voice is better than ever and his inimitable approach to performance will delight as never before. Rhonda Burchmore will wow audiences with her ‘Up Close and Personal’ show in October presenting songs and stories from her life in major theatre shows and cabaret performances.

‘My Music, My Life’ By Kamahl, will finish off the year with a performance about the music and the people that created ‘Kamahl’. He will tell his story of success and will sing the songs that got him there. Join us for a year of great music, morning teas and memories with Sunshine Melodies 2014. Venue: The Events Centre, Caloundra A Magical Musical Journey with Love – Wednesday 26 February The Leading Man – Wednesday 9 April Memories of Bandstand –

Wednesday 25 June With A Song In My Heart – Wednesday 20 August Up Close And Personal – Wednesday 15 October My Music, My Life by Kamahl – Wednesday 3 December Time: 11.00am Show *Complementary morning Tea at 10.00am* Tickets: Full Price: $17.00, Group 10+: $15.50 Post show dining: 12.30pm, Lunch: Meal Price: $15.00, Group 10+: $13.50 Bookings: Call 5491 4240 or visit www.theevents centre.com.au

TUESDAY Caloundra District Indoor Bowling Assoc. Indoor Bowls Hall, Burke St, Golden Beach Start - 10am

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Country Farmers Market THE Caloundra Country & Farmers Market is held every Sunday from 6am to 12 noon at the Currimundi State School, 17 Buderim St., Currimundi. Plenty of Parking at the Currimundi Hotel. Inside stalls include coins, collectables, books, art and jewellery, hand-crafts and hand-made clothes and Massage by Ann. Woodwork and chopping boards. Kids books and toys. Outside stalls have plenty of fruit and veg, Maleny yoghurt and cheeses, flowers, herbs, pots and plants. Fresh bread, cakes and Jam and pickles. Fresh eggs, handyman tools and garden supplies. Have coffee and breakfast, and a treasure hunt in the car-boot sales. New stall-holders always welcome at our friendly market. Supporting the Dicky Beach Surf Lifesaving Club Contact - ph. 0401 482 949.

Cent Sale THE Maroochydore CWA member will be holding a Cent Sale on Friday 28th February 2014. Entry is $3. Moring at tea 9.30. Cent Sale starts at 10am. Lots of great prizes. Everyone welcome. Contact 5448 7632.

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The play is not recommended for young children. Performances are on March 13 (Cut-price Preview), March 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, March 19 Zonta Noosa Fundraiser. All evening performances start at 7.30pm. Matinees March 16 at 2pm & 22 at 1pm Adult $29, Concession $25, Member/Group* $23, Child** (U17) $20, Preview $20. Zonta Noosa is renowned for being a group of women who get things done but have fun doing it. Since its formation in 1993, Zonta Noosa had raised funds to the tune of

approximately $500,000 for a variety of projects. For the past 12 years the Club has raised funds to award bursaries to women studying Science with an environmental focus and women studying Business. Each award is for $1000 and it is this project that is the special focus of the fundraiser night on 19 March which starts at 7.30pm. All tickets for this night are $35 which includes supper at interval. Bookings 5449 9343, online at www.noosaarts theatre.org.au, at theatre 9am to 1pm Tuesday to Saturday.

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ACROSS 2 A thin, crisp biscuit for an exceptional person 7 The sound of a donkey on a Scottish declivity 8 At variance with the representative to put tobacco into a pipe 10 Never dictate some of the findings of a jury 11 In short, preach efficiency to the principal cook 12 Inherently present 13 The pick of the aristocracy 14 Handy to being just round the corner 16 Otherwise airs a traditional garment of Hindu women 18 Arrange a collection 20 When batting, obtained a piece of cast metal

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council had partnered with the Friends Regional Gallery Caloundra Inc. award and exhibition because it achieved an important synergy with council’s Sunshine Coast Art Prize - a local focus within a nationally recognised art competition. “This partnership provides a significant opportunity for local artists to be showcased as a part of the nationally recognised Sunshine Coast Art Prize,” she said. There is an attractive prize pool up for grabs totalling $6,250 which includes a People’s Choice award to be announced at 6pm on Friday 22 August 2014. “Forty finalists will be announced on 19 May 2014 and their artworks will be exhibited at Caloundra Regional Gallery from 9 July to 24 August. All are welcome to attend the exhibition launch and winner presentation at 6pm on Wednesday 9 July.” Caloundra Friends of the Gallery gratefully acknowledge the sponsors of the art prize including Fox Mildwaters Solicitors Caloundra and the Hon. Mark McArdle MP, Member for Caloundra. The cost to enter is just $25 with online entries closing 5pm on 22 April 2014. More details including conditions of entry are at council’s gallery website at gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. The Friends of the Gallery Art Prize and Exhibition precedes the

Sunshine Coast Art Prize, launch on 27 February at the Creative Alliance Art Dinner, Nambour Civic Centre. Applications for

the Sunshine Coast Art Prize open nationally on 24 February 2014 and it includes prizes to the value of $20,000.

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MEALS on Wheels Maroochydore is a Not for Profit service providing hot, ready to eat, nutritious meals. The service is auspiced by Suncare Community Services Inc. and has operated from Memorial Avenue Maroochydore, since 1972. A standard meal consists of a Soup, Main, Dessert, Juice and other options can be added such as side salads and sandwiches. The service is available to anyone who requires regular nutritious meals and prospective clients can be referred by a health professional, family, friends or themselves. All meals are made from scratch at the kitchen in Maroochydore and are wholesome, homemade

quality products. The kitchen is able to cater for clients with a variety of medical, dietary requirements such as diabetes, gluten and or lactose intolerance and vegetarian etc with a variety of products available and a flexible menu. The meal is delivered hot to the home at lunch time each week day with frozen meals available for the weekend, and other delivery options can be arranged. Meals are delivered by volunteers provide a good chance for a chat for those who may be socially isolated. The service operates a catering business as a source of fund raising and provides a range of sandwiches, fruit platters, sweets and savories all

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Heritage Weekend 8 - 9 March ARE you interested in military, local or family history? We hope you will come along to visit the Genealogy Sunshine Coast Centre, Petrie Park Road, Nambour on 8th & 9th March, from 9am – 3pm, to meet very committed volunteers who manage a dozen local heritage/museum groups from Caloundra to Cooroy. They are committed to preserving the region’s extensive history and their research and wares will be on display. There will also be talks and assistance from experienced researchers in family, local and military history. This weekend also offers an opportunity for Genealogy Sunshine Coast to showcase its new extended premises which enables the Society to host larger events and a greater variety of activities. For any enquiry please contact 07 5441 4266 or Genealogysc@gmail.com.

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Sunshine Coast Ukulele Fest at Imbil

ONE of its greatest exponents coined the term “bonsai guitar”… and that’s still a cool way of looking at the ukulele, that eminently portable, versatile and relatively easy to play four-string instrument that’s glimpsed more and more in mainstream music these days. And if you’ve ever had the slightest curiosity about it - perhaps wondered if you, too, could strum a uke like Beatle George Harrison or film star William H Macey – then the Queensland town of Imbil is the place to be next month, for Australia’s first Sunshine Coast Ukulele Fest: SCUF for short. “It starts with an all-star concert on Friday March 14, then continues across the whole weekend with a non-stop round of concerts, workshops, jam sessions, sinagalongs, strolling players, you name it: if it involves a ukulele we’ll be doing it,” says SCUF organiser Lynne Dand. “And since most of us will be staying here, the fun will go on until late.” “Here” is the Borumba Deer Park, just outside Imbiltownship, chosen for the inaugural SCUF because it can accommodate anything up to 1,500 festival goers in cabins, caravans, or tents, with bed and breakfast options nearby. And just like the instrument itself, attending the festival shouldn’t cost a lot. “Our aim from the start was to keep all costs to an absolute minimum,” says Lynne. “Tickets for the entire festival are just $30 and that covers concerts and all workshops by some of the top names in ukulele music, from Australia and overseas. “And if you can’t be there for all three days of the

SCUM for short,” says Lynne. “We have all ages, but many of our members are seniors. They’ve often joined while learning ukulele at University of the Third Age classes here on the Sunshine Coast. “And for people who might want to learn, there’ll be lots of ukuleles for sale at the festival, some for very modest prices. “Unlike, say, the violin, it’s a very easy instrument to start learning to play. And most ukes are even more portable than a fiddle!” For more information about the festival, see festival, you can get a our club the Sunshine w w w. s u n s h i n e c o a s t day ticket for $20, Coast Ukulele Masters – ukulelefest.com. covering all the day’s events.” Canadian bluesman Hal Brolund, or “Manitoba Hal”, will be one of the stars of the festival and Seniors Card 137 468 or associated workshops. 1800 175 500 (free call outside Brisbane) Americans Jim D’Ville and Gideon Freudmann Centrelink: Retirement 132 300 will perform as the uke Disability, Sickness & Carers 132 717 and cello duo, Caravan Employment Services 132 850 Gough, with music educator Jim also taking Seniors Enquiry Line 1300 135 500 what is likely to be a much sought after workshop on Department of Veteran Affairs 133 254 playing the ukulele by ear. Australian ukulele Veteran Affairs Network 1300 551 918 veteran and multiinstrumentalist AJ National Information Centre on Retirement Leonard will also be both Investments (NICRI) 1800 020 110 performing and workshopping. National Aged Care Information “The workshops, of course, are for people 1800 200 422 who already play the www.agedcareaustralia.gov.au ukulele, like members of

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