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TIME TO GET YOUR SCONE ON, COOROY! COOROY’S favourite seniorssocial event is coming back.

Sconetime Cooroy will be returning on March 9 at the Memorial Hall in Cooroy with delicious scones and fabulous company.

Organiser Martin Duncan aka Sunshine Coast Foodie said he is so excited to see the return of this much-loved event.

“Everybody loves Sconetime.

It is a shame COVID was a huge handbrake but we can now come back together for

a good scone and a cuppa.”

For 18 months Sconetime was a community connector where more than 100 seniors from across the region would come together with family and local businesses every month for connection and conversation over fresh hot scones loaded with home-made jam and loads of freshly whipped cream.

“A lot of our regulars are excited to return.

“A lot of them had been com-

ing every month for 18 months.

“We’re envisioning 60-80 people at this first event in March.”

For Martin, who makes every one of the gluten-ous and gluten-free scones, Sconetime is about connecting the Cooroy community.

“It’s about connection, conversation, sharing memories.

“Whether it’s talking about the teacups or sharing memories about events attended in the hall.

“We also feed all the shops

on the street as well, delivering scones to them for morning tea, connecting business folk and older folk.

“I’d like to thank sponsors Wythes Real Estate, Rambling Rose Flowers, SUPA IGA Cooroy, Eden Private Hospital, Cooroy Memorial Hall, Cooroy Country Wear and Jeanery and Cooroy Rag Community Newspaper for their support.”

Sconetime host Martin along with Tracey Hinner of Noo-

sa Black Coffee and volunteers look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, March 9 from 10am to 11.30am.

With a COVID-safe plan in place, volunteers will be signing people in on the day.

To reserve your space, jump online at https://www. t r y b o o k i n g . c o m / B O S X P. Be sure to get in quickly book now before they’re...scone.

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Plans revealed for Diamond Street development

BY ALEX PURCELL FOUR apartments, a convenience store and five commercial tenancies have been approved for development on the “old SEQEB site” at 6-10 Di-

amond Street, Cooroy.

Developers of the project told the Cooroy Rag it will provide options for the eastern side of the railway with a proposed 7/11 or Night Owl shopping option.

As well as the conve-

nience store and five commercial spaces on the ground floor, there will be four residential apartments on the top floor overlooking Diamond Street.

The development will be a maximum height of

8m and the external colour palette (including roof and fence) will fit in with the heritage theme of muted environmental tones and timber to reflect the character of Cooroy.

A total of 42 car parking

spaces, including four covered parking spaces for the residential units and four motorcycle spaces will be provided behind the development with access from Diamond Street and a 2m wide pathway con-

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The developers plan to look at starting work on the project in 2022.

Noosa Council approved the development application at their ordinary meeting in late December.

news COOROY HISTORY IN PICTURES: How it was done in 1919

A look behind the doors at our new supermarket COOROY’S newest supermarket, Wimmers Factory Shop & Save is opening on March 10 but here is your exclusive sneak peek.

The Cooroy Rag joined store manager Paul Bateman and key staff, pictured above, for a look behind the scenes before the grand opening.

“At Wimmers Factory Shop & Save, customers will be able to do a complete shop at everyday low prices,” Paul said.

While other no-frills supermarkets have a limited range, Wimmers Factory will range between 5000 and 6000 products, providing customers with ample choice.

“At Wimmers Factory Shop & Save, we are endeavouring to stock well known brand names plus a range of new brands, and source local products where possible, and supply them to customers at the lowest price possible”, Paul said.

The whole supermarket has been designed to make the shopping experience simplified and streamlined, to keep the prices as low as possible.

“We’ve simplified a lot of the high cost services a regular supermarket would provide, so we can pass those savings di-

BY LINDA SIVYER H.J. Wright was a Drapery, Grocer and Ironmongery (hardware) Shop situated opposite Wimmer’s Cordial Factory circa 1910.

H.J. Wright sold his business to Misses Paul

and Campbell who moved the store from the western side of the railway line to the eastern side of the line.

Misses Paul and Campbell opened their new store at the junction of Diamond Street and Tewantin

Road, on the southern side of Diamond Street.

If it was today, it would be where Cooroora Veterinary Clinic is.

Building removals in 1919 were done with the help of a Bullock Team, pictured in action above.

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BRICKBATS to the dog owners who walk their dogs on the footpaths every morning, stopping to allow them to urinate on poles and shopfronts.

BRICKBATS to the ridiculous and dangerous u-turns happening outside Cooroy Library, pictured above, now Council have put in nose in parking. Are

they going to put in a round-about near the library? Everyone parking outside the hardware store etc. must go down the street and do a u-turn.

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Nearly 17 months after construction first began on the old Wimmers Factory site on Garnet Street, Wimmers Factory Shop & Save, which is locally owned and employs over 30 local staff, will officially open on March 10 at 9am.

“Mayor Clare Stewart and Geoff Wimmer will be there on the day to cut the ribbon,” Paul said.

Following that, Wimmers Factory Shop & Save will be open seven days a week from 8am to 7pm with ample onsite and undercover parking available.

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Aspect Contractors have been awarded the $3.76 million contract to build Cooroy’s Hinterland Adventure playground

Nambour firm wins park job A NAMBOUR construction company has been awarded the contract to design and build Cooroy’s new Hinterland Adventure Playground.

At a special meeting on February 4, Noosa Council awarded Aspect Contractors $3.76m to formalise the concept designs of the all-abilities playground and break ground on the Maple Street site.

Aspect Constructions company manager Shane Hoogvliet told the Cooroy Rag the company was excited by the opportunity.

“As a local, Sunshine Coast-based company, we are very pleased to receive this contract and we are looking forward to working with Noosa Council to deliver a unique,

high quality project.”

Council’s Acting Infrastructure Services Director, Bryan O’Connor, said Aspect Contractors had significant experience building similar projects.

“They have a strong track record with Council. They are highly capable and well resourced,” he said.

Aspect Contractors’ portfolio include Mary Cairncross Park in Maleny, Nambour Skate Park and Pierce Park in Maroochydore.

Noosa Mayor Clare Stewart said by working with prospective contractors as part of the procurement process, Council was able to keep costs down without compromising on the designs.

“We have stayed true to the original brief which was

for an iconic, nature-based, all-abilities playground that will attract people to Cooroy and cater for locals too,” the Mayor said.

However, at a second special meeting, Councillor Karen Finzel moved a motion to include a public art component.

“Note that the Public or Community Art component of the proposed project is not included in the proposed contract and further note that while Council would like to include a public or community art component, that would be dependent upon consideration of this issue in the upcoming 2021/22 budget process or alternatively, if grant funding for public or community art becomes available.” The motion

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Designs for the all-abilities playground include a double flying-fox, climbing tower with slide, climbing structures with swings, water play area, picnic shelters and an amenities block.

“Nature-based playgrounds not only offer children obvious exercise benefits but they encourage their social and emotional development and cultivate their imaginations and an appreciation of nature,” Cr Stewart said.

As part of the development, Cooroy will also gain new car parking spaces and new public toilet facilities, which the community asked for.

Construction of the parking area forms part of a separate ten-

der process, which will be reported to Council for a decision shortly.

“We’re thrilled to receive $2.78m from the State Government toward the cost of delivering this exciting one-of-a-kind facility for our community,” Cr Stewart said.

In late January, Council approved a Material Change of Use application for the Maple Street site, with conditions to address flooding concerns, including a flood warning system and fencing.

Council hope to finish the project in 10 months.

“We’ll be doing all we can to get the playground completed in December to give local and visiting children a treat in time for the festive season,” Cr Stewart said.

COOROY’S Lake Macdonald Dam Upgrade project will be reassessed to ensure prudence while also meeting dam safety, water security, environmental and community objectives.

Seqwater Chief Executive Officer Neil Brennan said information emerged during the procurement stage late last year that project costs would be significantly higher than the approved $127 million budget.

The information was based on the detailed design which was completed late 2019.

“We have made the decision to reassess the project investment during the first half of this year,” he said.

The upgrade was scheduled to begin in 2021.

However as a result of the assessment, the lowering of the lake will now not proceed in 2021 given strict environmental approval conditions that contain the de-watering between March and August in order to avoid the wet season and aquatic breeding.

Mr Brennan said the upgrade was a high priority project under Seqwater’s Dam Improvement Program.

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news Moving to a brighter future

BY CR KAREN FINZEL THE year 2021 is well underway with public spaces activated and people engaged in everyday activities with a positive outlook.

This has led me to thinking more broadly about community, giving consideration to its uniqueness and the value of the diverse blend of people who choose to live and play in the vibrant hinterland village of Pomona.

The cultural and creative elements which add character, substance and meaning to this place give assurance and hope despite COVID impacts. Collectively we remain optimistic about the potential future of our community, acknowledging the creative sectors’ valuable contribution towards the recovery and resilience of our shire.

Noosa Shire has over 90 community and commercial facilities providing space for arts and culture. Pomona is well represented with the Majestic Theatre, Noosa Museum and the Railway Gallery all run by our valued volunteers, giving our town an ever increasing role in improving the recognition and reputation of Noosa as a cultural destination.

The Special Meeting held in Noosa Shire Chambers last week saw a unanimous vote for the Hinterland Adventure Playground which has been planned to sit within a cultural precinct alongside the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre and Library.

The Community Engagement plan for the project supported the integration of public and community art

during the original scope of the works for the iconic playground, however, the report tabled to Council stated that incorporating the publicly requested art into the site was defunded.

As a councillor who values the importance of culture, I vigorously debated the issue, proposing an amendment for consideration of future funding in the upcoming budget review. This was then voted a unanimous yes.

We are progressing towards a bright future where the value of Arts, Culture and Heritage is acknowledged and accessible to all.

Destination: Dagun Station

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Kin Kin has Council support

BY NARELLE SCHUH

CONTINUING our travels through the beautiful Mary Valley, a popular Sunday stopover be it via the historical ‘Spirit of Mary Valley’ Steam Train or an open top jalopy of choice – you simply cannot go past the charm and character of Dagun Railway Station.

On any given Sunday in the small village of Dagun, visitors will be treated to a smorgasbord of song, serenade, melodies, and music all managing to delight and ignite a true toe tapping experience.

The popularity of ‘Serenata’ continues to draw a crowd.

Mentored by a much loved grandmother whose grandchildren have all taken up the strings, Serenata Strings consists of high school girls whose musical

the support for the ongoing fight that Kin Kin has had against the quarry and its failure to adhere to the Quarry Management Plan.

THE inappropriate volume of heavy haulage through the Noosa Hinterland and over the Kin Kin range resumed after the Christmas break.

At the December Council Roundtable and following the Save the Hinterland community meeting, Noosa Council advised its barrister is preparing a legal case against Cordwells Concrete based on the intensification of use, environmental issues and impact on the community.

To provide evidence and strengthen the case against Cordwells, 20 Hinterland residents have agreed to support the case for Council.

These residents cover the entire haulage route from Kin Kin to Pomona and are indicative of

In the meantime, TMR continue to patch and pavement test to increase road shoulders.

President of the Kin Kin Community Group, Jann Bonsall says, “The support of Sandy Bolton and Council is essential in our community fight against Cordwells who currently owe $80,000 in fines for breaches of the QMP over the past four months”.

In brighter news, the Kin Kin Creations Market held on the first Sunday of the month is working to enhance its offering to attract visitors from outside the local community. Details will be relayed via the Kin Kin website: kinkin.org and the Kin Kin Noticeboard Facebook page.

talents have featured numerous billing Sunshine Coast artists. They entertain with a mix of classical, modern, and folk.

Continuing to prove age is certainly no barrier to grabbing a spotlight; another Sunday Dagun headliner is ‘Old Gold’ When six women in their seventies identified a common thread for the fine appreciation of great music and an even finer appreciation of good chocolate, these seniors decided to form a band aptly named ‘Old Gold’.

With combined musical talents spanning the decades, Old Gold has been playing publicly for over 3 years with a mix of wellknown favorites certain to entice everyone to want to sing along. ‘Destination Dagun’ on a Sunday – put simply, is music to our ears.

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news The wrap up with Mayor Clare WE welcome a new year, and all look forward to 2021 with hope and optimism and a very full agenda.

Last week Council held our first Business Round Table for the year with a new Business Charter to guide us forward.

This charter will cement the group, its role and Council’s continued commitment to work collaboratively with our business community.

Last week much discussion was had around the table about the issue of ‘affordable housing’.

On the topic of optimism and hope, it was wonderful to welcome almost 50 new Australians to our first Australian citizenship ceremony for the year. I welcome all our new citizens who have chosen to make Australia and indeed Noosa their home. Never am I more aware of how privileged I am to have been born into this great country than I am at these ceremonies.

Well, our booming infrastructure programme continues across the Shire. The Hinterland Adventure Playground is a step closer to construction after Council approved a Material Change of Use application for the Cooroy site last week.

Council considered the advice of two independent hydrologists and we are confident the conditions im-

posed are sufficient to enable the project to proceed.

An audible flood warning system will be among the measures employed to address the safety concerns.

There has been extensive consultation regarding the playground and once built, it will not only benefit Cooroy but the wider community as well.

Last week Council held our latest roundtable meeting with the Kin Kin and Hinterland community regarding the quarry.

A group of around 20 residents is helping to gather evidence in support of Council’s proposed legal action against the Kin Kin Quarry operator.

As residents, they are best placed to describe the noise and other impacts related to the quarry’s truck movements Council recently issued a further $27,000.00 in fines to the quarry operator for alleged breaches of the Quarry Management Plan relating to truck movements.

It brings the total amount of fines issued to over $80,000.00 in the last four months.

There are no guarantees, but a united approach gives us the best chance for success in the Planning and Environment Court.

Council will hold further talks with a Brisbane based

barrister in coming weeks in the hope of finalising the legal case for the Planning and Environment Court.

We continue to stand with and for our Hinterland community.

Council continues to remain as committed to being as open and transparent as possible.

Earlier this month we launched the Open Council webpage to provide residents with easy access to a raft of council information.

While much of it has always been available on council’s website, collating it and placing all the relevant links and information in one place makes it much easier for our community to access it and better to scrutinise how council is spending ratepayers’ money. Transparency, accountability and trust are at the heart of good governance.

The Hub can be found at noosa.qld. g o v. a u / o p e n - c o u n c i l So, as we enter 2021, we look forward with optimism, with hope, with community collaboration and with the understanding that community benefit lies at the heart of all of our decision-making.

Until next month, stay safe, Clare.

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news Sandy Bolton (Member for Noosa) IT is ‘full steam ahead’ for 2021 with much to report on!!

Our local initiatives, businesses and volunteers have headlined, with advocacy from our Noosa Nippers, a demonstration (that streamed global) of our firefighting innovations, and the recognition of two wonderful ‘Noosans’ through the Citizen of the Year awards.

Welcoming our newest ‘Aussies’ at the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony was extra special, reiterating again how truly lucky we are to live in this incredible country.

The Lake MacDonald Dam upgrade by Seqwater is to be reassessed because of information that emerged during the procurement stage which predicted that project costs would be significantly higher than anticipated The lowering of the lake will now not proceed in 2021, and Seqwater has assured that it will keep our community updated as the assessment progresses with an approximate completion date mid-year.

The inappropriate volume of heavy haulage contin-

ues to impact hinterland residents and local infrastructure, and TMR continue to patch and pavement test to increase road shoulders in efforts to deal with road issues whilst we await responses from our ministers and Premier.

Updates from the January Kin Kin Pomona Roundtable meeting are available on our website at Noosa 360.

The issue of poor behaviours on the North Shore and in our Cooloola Recreation area has been prominent, and it was welcomed news that the open camping area at Teewah Beach has now been divided into 7 separate zones.

This will allow for improved management and safety in the area, which,in addition to the number plate recognition cameras, is a good start. I continue to work with the Department, Minister, and the Cooloola Teewah Working

Group, who resumed their meetings this month, to ensure better behaviours and experiences for all.

The housing crisis in Noosa and the wider region continues and while resolutions are sought via the Housing Action Group, there are ways that you could assist our working families including considering the option of ‘headleasing’ your property with a community housing provider. Again, updates have been posted to Noosa 360.

Our ongoing ‘bugbear’ in Cooroy has been that dreaded overgrown grass at the northern exit to the Bruce Highway, as well Yurol Forest Drive intersection, and we continue to push for resolutions between TMR and Council.

Blessings everyone for a fabulous 2021!

A reminder to stay updated on issues and efforts in our electorate via subscribing to our monthly newsletter or Noosa 360 at www. sandybolton.com, and joining us on Facebook by liking Sandy Bolton MP. If you have any concerns on any matter, please contact me on 53193100 or noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au

Llew O’Brien (Member for Wide Bay) COOROY’S vibrant arts and cultural scene is a cornerstone of the local community, and an added drawcard for the Noosa hinterland’s tourism sector. Thus I was pleased announce a $29,947 grant for Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre through the Regional Arts Fund.

This funding will be used to help the Arts Centre move into the digital realm, ensuring workshops, masterclasses, exhibition openings, artist talks, and ceremonies can be streamed online, reaching new audiences and promoting Cooroy’s artists far and wide.

It’s this kind of innovative thinking that is so important as we move into 2021 and begin our economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. I congratulate Alicia Sharples and the team for their work in achieving this grant.

Throughout the Noosa

region, local businesses saw strong support over the holidays and we need to sustain this momentum through the quieter months to keep small businesses on track and protect local jobs.

The COVID-19 vaccine will play a critical role in re-opening Australia and rebuilding our economy. Roll-out of the Pfizer vaccine is due to start in weeks. We’re investing an additional $1.9 billion in COVID-19 vaccines, so most people can be vaccinated by October.

A Local Economic Recovery grant of $110,684 grant will also boost the local tourism sector and the environment, with

funding for road corridor vegetation clearing works at Lake MacDonald, Kin Kin, West Cooroy, Cootharaba, and Cooroy Mountain, and reducing overgrown vegetation on rural connector roads in the Noosa Council area.

In further good news for the region, work is progressing well on Section D, the last of the Cooroy to Curra Bruce Highway four lane upgrade projects, with haulage crossings to be constructed to the east of Gympie within weeks.

This $1 billion project will save lives and create about 576 jobs during the next four years.

Importantly, it will open up Wide Bay’s industry and manufacturing capabilitY. Local motorists, tourists and heavy transport will all benefit from this world-class new highway alignment, and I look forward to seeing work progress throughout 2021.

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Chamber farewells 2020 at Saw & Mill

BY CHRIS BELL Cooroy Chamber of Commerce president

FOLLOWING what had been a difficult and challenging year in many ways, the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce needed no encouragement to party on with barefoot bowls at the Saw & Mill.

Dressing up was optional but the majority really got into the spirit of things, particularly Sirah Robb from Wythes Real Estate who took out the gong for best dressed.

Perhaps it was the illuminated wig that made the difference but either way, she and husband John will be enjoying a dinner for the two of them, courtesy of the Saw & Mill.

A high light of the evening was the very well deserved recognition of the amazing work that the Chamber Secretary, Carol Christensen, does for the community, and has been doing for many, many years.

Often referred to as the Mayor of Cooroy, the title was made official on the evening with an endorsement from Noosa Mayor, Clare Stewart.

Looking ahead to 2021, I am confident that we will see things turn around.

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NEW FACES FOR 2021: Cooroy State School’s new student leaders and class captains and recognising teachers for

their long service - nearly 200 years of combined experience in teaching this year! (*Note, not all staff present).

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School careers a life of firsts

AS the graduating cohort of 2020 were the first year to complete the compulsory year of Prep, it seemed fitting that they were also the first cohort to receive an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) under the new Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).

The external assessment contributes from 25% to 50% of the final result and is used as the primary mechanism nationally for tertiary admissions ATAR is a number (percentile rank) between 0.00 and 99.95 that indicates a student’s position relative to all the students in their age group.

Matt Armstrong, Head of Senior Studies said they are thrilled at how well these students adapted to the new system.

“Even a year disrupted through Covid-19 was not a deterrent for these young adults to give their best.

“Of our students, 34% received an ATAR of 90+ with three students obtaining a 99+ ATAR. “A further 68% received an ATAR of 80+ which is a very strong result.”

Good Shepherd’s success continued with 70% receiving an offer for their first preference course and institution and a fur-

Good Shepherd’s Grete Gawthorn and Cole Suter

ther 11% receiving an offer for their second preference. A very diverse range of courses was selected.

The high ATAR results achieved by the Class of 2020 continues the history of graduating Year 12s achieving excellent results.

In addition to these terrific results, the College was delighted to hear that Class of 2020 Dux Cole Suter, Grete Gawthorn and Zoe Wing were acknowledged by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Author-

ity with a Certificate of Academic Commendation for achieving an A result in all six of their subjects.

This is a phenomenal effort, and a true reflection of the hard work and time effort these students have invested into their senior studies over the past two years..

The current cohort of Year 12 students at Good Shepherd have made a strong start to the year and will certainly be inspired by the achievements of these students.

Top results for NDSHS graduates NOOSA District State High School’s Year 12, 2020 graduates have achieved outstanding results.

Marijn Van der Kooij, Lillie Mellin and Jake Missett ranked in the top 1% of all students in Queensland’s Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

Marijn is enrolled at the University of Queensland to study a Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours).

Lillie has been accepted into the University of New South Wales for a double degree, Bachelor of Medicine and Doctor of Medicine, while Jake is chasing his dream of becoming a film director, pursuing a career in the cinematography industry.

Noosa District State High School’s Principal Brett Burgess said he was thrilled by the results of the Year 12 students, especially the top 16% of the Noosa High cohort who achieved ATAR scores above 92.00.

“In fact almost 40% of all Noosa students achieved an ATAR above 80.00 which is up there with the best in the state and certainly leading in Sunshine Coast,” Mr Burgess said.

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Lillie Mellin (ATAR 99.65): UNSW, Bachelor of Medicine and Doctor of Medicine Jake Missett (ATAR 99.20): Cinematography industry McArthur Alford (ATAR 97.85) Lauren Hall (ATAR 97.40): UQ, Bachelor of Advanced Science Angus Agosta (ATAR 97.00): Racheal McMullan (ATAR 96.15): UQ, Bachelor of Biomedical Science Nicole Barker (ATAR 95.35): UQ, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce Tully Cowan (ATAR 95.25): UQ, Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) Dylan Porter (ATAR 94.20): QUT Bache-

lor of Nursing • Lateisha Hurst (ATAR 92.10): QUT, Bachelor of Teaching Primary • Malena Elston (ATAR 92.00): QUT, Bachelor Law and Justice “It was through the hard work and dedication of teachers, students and parents throughout their schooling that has enabled achievement at this level,” Mr Burgess said.

NDSHS has a recent history of achieving excellent OP results and now ATAR results, with over 40 % of Year 12 students pursuing tertiary and further studies.

All students from the 2020 Year 12 cohort (175 students) gained their Queensland Certificate of Education by passing 20 or more units of study.

The Year 12 students who received an ATAR of 92.00 and above visited NDSHS Cooroy Campus on January 27, to thank their teachers and to publicly receive acknowledgement for their academic success.

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Grand old dame celebrates 100 years of entertainment THIS year the Majestic Theatre is turning 100 and a series of celebrations are being held throughout the year to celebrate the milestone.

Majestic Theatre Vice President Alison Hadfield said three big events will be an evening rock performance, special silent film screenings and classical music performances.

“In May, there will be a 100th Birthday Rock Celebrations evening. In June, we will host special screenings of ‘The Sheik’ and ‘Son of the Sheik’, which were the first silent films that Ron West screened at the theatre. And in September, the final celebration will be a Classical Birthday Celebration featuring performances by organists Ron West, Chris Rose and a concert

by Areoso Ensemble.”

More information about each event will be made available closer to the dates.

Local meadery, Amerita Meadery in Pinbarren ,has made a special 100th year commemorative mead for the Majestic Theatre.

The mead is for sale now.

“It’s lovely mead and the bottles are really nice with special labels on them and they are available for purchase now from the Theatre

or by calling 5485 2330.

There are three sizes available: 500ml $35, 200ml $20 and 100ml for $12.”

The Majestic Theatre was first built by the Osborn’s in 1921 as a social hall.

“Having obtained the licence for the Pomona pub the same year, they borrowed 500 pounds from family and built the Majestic Theatre as a hall. It has been expanded on each side since then,” Alison said.

In 1931, Harold “Picture” Page (not related to the Pages) leased the hall.

He was followed by Ernie Bazzo in 1933, who upgraded the hall to a theatre by adding a small gallery and a bio box.

Then, while travelling through Pomona looking for a venue to host films, Ron West and wife Mandy purchased the Majestic The-

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After owning it for 33 years, the Wests sold the Theatre to Pomona Arts Inc., a not-for-profit community group of dedicated volunteers that runs the Majestic Theatre as an all-purpose entertainment venue.

However, Ron West still accompanies the Majestic Theatre’s silent films on the 1937 Compton Organ In case you missed it, the Cooroy Rag was lucky enough to interview Ron for a story we published on his life in the October 2020 edition. This story can still be read online at www.cooroyrag.com.au.

Today, the Majestic Theatre is one of the few preWW11 picture theatres remaining in Queensland.

It is also Queensland’s longest continuously operating picture theatre and the only theatre in the world that still continually shows silent films.

Silent films are shown at the Majestic Theatre every Saturday at noon, and accompanied by Ron West on the organ.

For more information about showings and upcoming events visit www. themajestictheatre.com.au/

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Friends light up Mount Cooroora to remember a life lost too soon MOUNT Cooroora was lit up in lights last month to remember a well-loved local.

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More than 40 people attended the event on

January 29, climbing the mountain only to stop and turn on torches, phones or headlamps at 6.45pm for two minutes of silence.

The stunning effect was captured on film by photographers positioned on Hill Street and a drone circling the mountain.

After a rainbow and spectacular sunset, a full moon finally pushed its way through the clouds.

For those that attended the event and walked up the mountain that evening it was a very special evening to remember a very special person.

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HINTERLAND residents are assisting Noosa Council’s proposed legal action against operators of the Kin Kin Quarry by gathering evidence.

A group of 20 residents from the Kin Kin community have volunteered to complete a 30-question survey that asks them to detail the current environment, the nature of the impact of over 200 truck movements daily and dust Sarah Keating, Ian Williams ( Council Liaison officer) and Jann problems in the area and Bonsall ready for the legal challenge seeks their thoughts on the best way to address com- and other amenity issues are no guarantees but munity concerns to assist which relate directly to the a united approach gives in preparing the legal case. quarry’s truck movements. us the best chance for One resident gathering “We are united in do- success in the Planning evidence is Niki Brand. A ing what we can to and Environment Court. horse agistment business address this commuFurther talks with a preowner on Pomona Kin- nity issue,” she said. eminent Brisbane-based Kin Road for the past 11 For many, this is barrister will take place years, Niki told the Cooroy a welcome step in in coming weeks in the Rag she has had to make the right direction. hope of finalising the lechanges to her business “The proposed legal ac- gal case for the Planning because of the dangers of tion against the current and Environment Court. riding horses near trucks. operator warrants the “full At Council’s latest “My business is caring support of the community,” Roundtable meeting with for other people’s hors- Kin Kin’s Jann Bonsel said. the Kin Kin communies. I bought the prop“Huge trucks on narrow ty and representatives it erty so I had access to roads just don’t work. We was revealed Council had the Noosa Trail network. moved to the hinterland issued a further $27,000 “But now I am afraid to for a peaceful lifestyle and in fines to operator Cordride on the Noosa Trail have fought this quarry for well Resources for alleged network because of the more than 10 years now, breaches of the Quarry frequency of noisy and fast so to have such strong Management Plan relatquarry trucks that cross support from our civic ing to truck movements. the Noosa Trail network. leaders is encouraging.

This takes the total fines Tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 “The community appre- to $80,000 in four months. merge as close as 3 me- ciates the empathy and The Roundtable, instigattres to the quarry trucks collective efforts of Mayor ed by Mayor Clare Stewart for a total of almost 3kms. Stewart, council staff and in August last year, meets “I have had to stop tak- Sandy Bolton,” Jann said. every six weeks, involving agistees who ride on Member for Noosa Sandy ing Sarah Keating from the trails because to do Bolton has written to the Save Noosa Hinterland so is a risk to the life of Premier and relevant state Inc, Jann Bonsall of the the rider and so now I government departments Kin Kin Community Group, only specialise in horse demanding further action Queensland Police, Noosa retirement,” Niki said. for the safety of residents. MP Sandy Bolton, CounNoosa Mayor Clare “This issue is a prior- cil staff and officers from Stewart said input from ity for all of us and we Transport & Main Roads. residents will be piv- are awaiting the engiAn online petition exists, otal to the success of neer assessments of the created by Save Noosa any legal challenge. haul route and timber Hinterland Inc, opposing “The efforts by the im- bridges by Transport and the quarry. It currently has pacted residents are a Main Roads,” she said. over 1000 signatures plus tangible example of a “There has been consid- a paper petition that also community-council part- erable progress since our has over 1000 signatures. nership working to de- first meeting last August Cordwells was conliver a positive outcome. and the united approach tacted for comment “The residents are best is the most effective route but a reply wasn’t replaced to describe the en- to find workable solutions.” ceived by the deadline vironment, noise impacts Cr Stewart said “There before going to print.

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SINCE 1978, the Boestens have been making mattresses and ensembles.

First from the Butter Factory in Cooroy, today from their purpose built factory in Yandina, fourth generation Boestens are now working in the family owned and run The Mattress Company.

Owners Robert and Shelley Boesten have owned the business for 16 years.

Before that it was owned and operated by Robert’s parents (who moved to Cooroy in 1976) grandparents and aunt and uncle.

Shelley told the Cooroy Rag that builders by trade, the Boestens started by making waterbeds because they were the trend at the time.

“When they first moved to the Coast, they were building commercial and residential buildings. They built the bottom shop (across the road from the Yacht Club) in Boreen Point.

“Before they moved here, as a sideline they used to make polystyrene beads to go in beanbags. When they started making waterbeds, they developed a baffle using polystyrene beads that they inserted into the waterbeds to make them waveless.

“Then in 1997 they started making innerspring mattresses because they could see waterbeds were on the way out.”

Today, together Robert and Shelley have built on these innovations to introduce pocket spring, interactive pocket spring and latex support systems.

“We are innovative, with market leading technology, systems and logistics.

“The support systems we use are the best you can get for back support and we then look at the comfort layers on top of that for you.

“Our differentiating features are double sided mattresses, zip off pillow tops, zip off wool mattress protector and range of comfort toppers such as Fusion Gel and Copper Gel. “Our double sided mattress with zip off tops mean you can flip your mattresses while the gel toppers are a balanced temperature product designed to make you feel a little cooler at night than a memory foam. Combined with the fabrics we use, these give to you a more comfortable night sleep.”

Personally manufacturing all of the mattresses and ensembles on site at their Yandina factory, Shelley and Robert are constantly implementing ways to achieve carbon neutrality by way of ethical work practices and responsible living and working on the planet.

“We’re self-sufficient with solar power and not far off being carbon

neutral and we try to get as much as our offcuts recycled. Of all of our components are Good Environment Council Australia (GECA) approved.”

And every component in their mattresses is made in Australia - except for one.

“The only component that is not made in Australia is the metal springs.

They’re made in Germany specially for us.

“Our fabrics and foams have the Asthma Council's blue butterfly tick for health.

“And we make domestic, commercial, medical grade mattress and adjustable beds and on demand mattresses for caravans, campers and boats.”

Robert and Shelley have lived in Cooroy for 45 years and raised their two children, Kate and Dennis here, both attending Cooroy State School and then Noosa District State High School. Both have worked or work at The Mattress Company.

“Kate has worked here at one point, our nephew at another point and Dennis, our son works here now. And one day a year, Robert’s 80-year-old mother Christina comes in and helps with stocktake.”

For a mattress or ensemble built to last, visit The Mattress Factory showroom in Yandina or contact Robert and Shelley on 07 5446 7541.

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National feather in cap for Cooroy real estate agent A COOROY real estate agent has been recognised as one of the best in Australia.

Wythes Real Estate’s Alisa Wythes has won the Real Estate Business (REB) Awards’ number one female regional agent for Australia.

Alisa told the Cooroy Rag it is a dream come true.

“For me, this is the highest award that I can win in the industry. It has always been a dream of mine to win this award because it is the highest achievement.”

The REB Women in Real Estate Awards celebrate the hard work, commitment, tenacity and determination showcased by women within the profession in all of Australia. Winners were recently crowned across 18 categories and selected from a 115-plus-strong pool of deserving finalists.

Alisa said being innovative was one of the reasons she was recognised as a finalist.

“Through COVID I was trying to make the best of the whole situation and was doing a lot of Facetime inspections and Facebook live streaming open homes.”

And being innovative is something Alisa continues to strive to do.

“I am always continuing to better myself, to be as innovative as possible and

give the best service that I can. I am always looking to improve with changes to the marketing that we’ve had and moving with the market to get the best outcomes possible.”

After submitting a video entry for the REB Awards, Alisa was shortlisted as a finalist (for not the first time) and attended an event at Wythes Real Estate Principal Sirah Robb and husband, John's (pictured) home with other members of the Wythes team to watch a livestream of the award ceremony.

“We had a party at Sirah’s house with a big screen and caterers and dressed up like we were at the awards. It was lots of fun. Receptionist,

Lavinia finalised for office administrator of the year, and I was also a finalist for regional sales agent for the year.”

Commenting on the evening, Principal of Wythes Real Estate Sirah Robb said the entire Wythes team congratulates Alisa on this achievement.

“This is well deserved recognition for the dedication and commitment Alisa gives her clients and colleagues every day. Alisa’s national REB win in addition to her RMA (ratemyagent) win for Cooroy Agent of the Year and Lavinia Haverfield also being named finalist for the REB Supporting Professional of the Year highlight that the real estate professionals we have at Wythes go above and beyond in their service to clients and are the best in the country.”

While being awarded this highest achievement in real estate - and a big trophy - Alisa said for her it is all about putting Cooroy on the map.

“I was born and bred in Cooroy and am super grateful to everyone in Cooroy because without them listing with me, I wouldn’t have won.

“I love real estate. I’m an addict. It’s all I’ve ever known with mum and dad owning agencies. In the blood. It’s not a job, it’s a passion.”

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Embellish Me Beautiful owner, qualified licensed cosmetic and paramedical tattoo artist Deb Magner Jones works with Sunshine Coast Breast Reconstruction Unit and three of the Coast’s top breast reconstruction doctors who refer ladies on to her.

“Once they’ve done a basic reconstruction, ladies can then have 3D areola pigmentation. This looks as natural as I can get it.”

Deb also does cosmetic tattooing on ladies prior to starting chemotherapy treatment.

“When ladies are going to go for their first round of chemo I get them to

get their eyebrows and eyeliner tattooed on. This lessens the impact when they lose all their hair.”

A registered nurse for 20 years, working in hospitals in Buderim and Cooroy, Deb said it is her wicked creative streak that fires the tattooing and she built her studio after discovering there were no facilities for ladies who have mastectomies.

“There was nowhere nice for someone, who has gone through this life-changing surgery, to go.

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My husband, who isn’t a builder - he’s an angel - spent two years building my beautiful studio.”

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Outside of the paramedical tattooing, Deb also does cosmetic tattooing for anyone and everyone.

“I’ve been doing this since 2017 and I’m busy and it just keeps picking up.”

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Ten locals receive Rotary Pride of Workmanship Awards 2021 ROTARY Club of Cooroy have honoured 10 local people, who consistently give that special extra in their job, with a Pride of Workmanship Award.

The award is designed to acknowledge an employee or business operator, irrespective of age or vocation, who in the eyes of their employer or their customers, displays outstanding qualities in terms of approach, attitude, dedication and commitment to his or her job and to recognise their contribution to our community.

This year awards were presented on February 8 to Angel Brant, Cooroy Harvest Fresh - Nina Burkardt, Sunshine Mitre 10 - Carol Christensen, Belvedere Newsagency - Christina Dean, Cooroy Family Practice - Kirsty Farrow, Hear and Say - Luke Grabham, Palm Lake Resort, Cooroy Bradley Morris, Hintercoast Plumbing and Gas - Andrew Chapman and Hayden Robinson, Andrew’s A Grade Mechanical and Jayden Thornton, Supa IGA Cooroy.

President of the Rotary Club of Cooroy Carol Johnston said, “This is one of the highlights

of our Rotary year when we take the opportunity to recognise individuals who instinctively produce good service to their customers and contribute to the quality of life we enjoy in this community.

“The Award is intended to cover all aspects of work performance and ethics, inclusive of quality and quantity of output, customer service, safety, initiative and sense of responsibility.

“The Pride of Workmanship Awards are not a competition and there are no winners or losers.

It is recognition by a Rotarian or employer of an

individual’s achievement, commitment and ability to inspire his/her fellow employees or customers.

“The Award objectives are to encourage Pride of Workmanship in all jobs and vocations; to provide employers with an opportunity to recognise employees who display the qualities worthy of an award, and to encourage a sense of community pride in individual achievement.”

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Christensen family set to gather THERE is a party of the century being held in Cooroy. And if you are in any way related to the Christensens - you are invited.

Well-known Christensen siblings Brian, Ken, Merle, Gary, Col and Ray and their partners are organising a Christensen family reunion for March 7.

Merle said the “spur of the moment” event came about after their brother Des, sadly passed away.

“We lost Des and his wife, Jean last year and decided we should have a reunion while the rest of us are all still alive.

“We only started planning this three months ago and already we have people coming from

all over Queensland and northern NSW. “We could have up to 100 people there and might even end up with four generations of Christensens.”

The reunion is for the descendants of Jack Christensen. Jack moved to Cooroy in 1915, purchasing a lease for 140 acres at West Cooroy. He married Lila and had twins Cecil and Muriel and son Eric, all of whom lived in Cooroy. Jack later remarried and had another son Graham with his wife, Rose.

It is Cecil or Cec, as he was affectionately known, the father of the Christensen siblings who are organising the reunion.

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mother of his 10 children, Ellie at a dance.

“Ellie lived at Woodford and Ces rode his pushbike from Cooroy to take her to a dance. He then slept under the hall, rode his bike back to Beerwah and caught the train home.”

They lived on Old Ceylon Road and then a farm at Ridgewood before buying the house opposite Cooroy Hospital in 1966 for $7500. The family only sold it in 2006.

Ces and Ellie had children, Patricia, Des, Merle, Trevor, Colin, Roland, Brian, Raymond, Ken and Gary. Many still live in Cooroy today.

Cec’s twin sister Muriel married Gilbert and

had three children, Faye, Christine and Ian. Brother Eric married Sylvia, a Cooroy lass and grew small crops on Ceylon Road. They had seven children, Kevin, Dianne, Maureen, Chris, Narelle, Barbara and Lorraine.

Half-brother Graham and his wife Gwendlyn had Rosemary, John and Neil.

The Christensen family reunion is being held on Sunday, March 7 at 10am at 166 Cooroy Belli Creek Road, Cooroy.

“There is a large open area where we will set up some tents. It’s BYO with tea and coffee supplied.

“Anyone who is Christensen related we’d love to see them."

WHEN the Kemp’s family home was destroyed in the 2019 Coorooibah bushfires, little was salvageable.

But among the ruins was a bookcase that once contained treasured books and toys belonging to Holly and David Kemp’s young daughter, Ruby.

One of the few items of furniture not destroyed in the blaze, Cooroora Woodworkers President Steve Chapman said they were asked to restore the bookcase for the Kemps.

“After support from Noosa Council through their disaster management strategy, we were notified and tasked with bringing the badly razed bookcase back to its former glory.”

The team at Cooroora Woodworkers stripped, sanded, restored and hand-delivered the bookcase to the Kemps in time for Christmas.

“Coincidentally, Cooroora Woodworker Rob Bloomfield – a family friend of Holly, David and Ruby - took on the task and worked wonders with his furniture restoration skills. Rob reckons it was a pleasure to help out such a beautiful family. Many thanks also to Steve Cop-

ping and Ian Hoyle who helped strip and sand the bookcase,” Steve said.

The bookcase now stands proudly in the main living area of the Kemp’s new home, once again holding young Ruby’s toys and other rescued treasures.

Owner Holly said they did a wonderful job restoring it.

“It looks better than it did beforehand! I now just need to regather my cookbook collection that I once had, to fill it.

“It was such a generous offer for them to restore it when there was so little that could be saved from the fire,” Holly said.

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A story of regeneration, hidden histories and abstract dreams three solo exhibitions by three women artists.

This February and March the Butter Factory will have on show three solo exhibitions by three women artists from the region.

‘Hills Spirits’ an exhibition by Katrina Lezaic features photographs of landscapes that reveal hidden histories in a morbid luminescence. Lezaic explores themes of isolation, resilience and self-sufficiency and draws ties to Australian narratives (Frederick McCubbin’s Lost, 1886) In our second featured exhibition ‘I had too much to Dream’ Beatrice Prost explores a complex merging of opposites; day and night, dreams and reality.

The exhibition features some large-scale artworks and is a poetic collection of works featuring iridescent liquid inks and metallic media.

Our third exhibition ‘State of Emergency’ by Barbora Tomikova we witness beautifully documented changes in the Australian landscape after the Black Summer bushfires in Queensland.

Through the use of documentary photography, oral histories and artefacts collected on site, the exhibition offers a visual record of the bush slowly coming back and captures the human dimension of the disaster through portraits and personal stories collected in the Peregian Beach and Cooroibah communities.

The three exhibitions open Friday 19th February 6pm. Tickets are free but booking is essential via the website.

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EVERY Tuesday evening from 7 pm to 9.30 pm Pat and Norm Young organise a Social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall . The cost is $ 4.

It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and be a spectator, and see if you will enjoy it.

Everyone is welcome. Phone 0407 456 939 for more information, or come and visit.

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You will need to be able to sing without vibrato, sing on pitch, and stay on pitch, be able to learn at a reasonable speed, and be willing and able to practise.

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NOOSA Orchestra is very excited to present their first concert of the season at the Cooroy Memorial Hall on Saturday 6 March at 2.30pm.

It’s been some time since we have had the opportunity to bring our music to our fine Cooroy audience and we are looking forward to the occasion.

The afternoon of music will be a concert of symphonies and concertos with local musicians Warren Brewer, Sacha McPhee and Sue Hunkin performing.

Noosa Orchestra is under the baton of maestro Antoni Bonetti, who was recently named in the Australia Day honours for his contributions to the world of music.

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YANDINA country music concerts are back! For our first concert for 2021 we welcome Sylvia Saulto as guest artist.

With 4 CD’s to her credit (and one in the oven!), Sylvia is a popular performer who will delight you with her range of songs. See you at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road on Sunday 21 February at our earlier times of 12pm to 4pm. You’ll be entertained with traditional country music, and including more upbeat and diverse, crowd pleasing favourites with a great band and local artists. Walk-ups are welcome. Details include raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. We operate a Covid safe system.

Entry $8. Concession $6.

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We are a not-for-profit organisation and the proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the hall.

Arts on in Pomona Railway Gallery TWO outstanding exhibitions will begin the new year at the Pomona Railway Gallery.

In the Carriage Room, “A Walk in the Park” by Pam Taylor.

All of Pam’s paintings are full of colour, reflecting her determination to heal.

“A Walk In the Park” runs from Friday 5 February to 4 March.

The Official opening will be on Saturday 6 February.

10 Station St. Pomona In the Banana Shed, Julie Hempsell is exhibiting exquisite photographs of nature in her exhibition “GETTING CLOSE TO NATURE” from 29 January to 25 February.

The Gallery is open seven days a week offering a large range of handmade works and original paintings.

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Mitch King + Rob Longstaff at The Brewery

PUT Saturday 19 February in your diary for what will be mighty fine gig in The Brewery in Eumundi when singer-songwriter Mitch King takes to the stage, supported by Rob Longstaff.

Mitch is renowned for his dynamic performances blending vocals with electric and acoustic guitars, harmonica, kick drum and tambourine to create his unique Australian folky blues n roots sound.

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Meet the artists at The Art Hub THE Art & Sculpture Gallery at THE ART HUB Cooroy will be exhibiting the amazing creative artworks of -- Raynette Mitchell - Jenny McElhinney Peter Scott and Pam Chalker.

Raynette Mitchell has been painting for about 20 years.

Her favoured medium is oil on canvas. She particularly enjoys portraiture and has entered the “Archibald Exhibition in Sydney” three times. Her love of colour is obvious in all her work.

Jenny McElhinney - is a visual ceramicist who engages with ideas of nature and the environment. She hand builds from a piece of clay transforming the surface through brushed on slips and oxides. She then applies layer upon layer of self made glazed - finishing in multiple gas firings.

Peter Scott, a Japanese influenced ceramic artist and is sharing this exhibition with Jenny.

Peter has recently exhibited in Japan and COVID has impeded his return in the last couple of years. However he loves to be immersed in the Japanese World of Artistic creations.

Pam Chalker enjoys creating elements for making jewellery.

She incorporates different material combinations, fold forming, cutting out designs and heat colouring copper and titanium.

She also likes to include wood, leather, beads and most of all freshwater pears in her creations.

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Training boost for Butterflies SUNSHINE Butterflies Disability Charity has officially launched their new ‘Training and Education Room’ and pick up/drop off shelter.

Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien visited the local charity to officially launch the all-new ‘Training and Education Room’ with the staff, volunteers and members.

This Sunshine Butterflies facilities will make accessing services much easier for people with disabilities and their families, as well as increase opportunities for workshops, staff training and community use of the facility.

“To celebrate the opening, we were joined by Llew O’Brien and Simon Kelly as well as our wonderfully skilled team of supporters including Russel Green from RG Strategic,Hamish Gray from TOD Engineering, peter and Jane Taylor from Taylord’ Distinction and Damien Walsh and the team from Sunshine Gardens and Landscaping who have all given so much in bringing this project to life,” Leanne Walsh, CEO and Founder of Sunshine Butterflies said.

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“For the people who use Sunshine Butterflies, their families and the staff, these buildings are more than just a training room and a shelter – they are an opportunity for local people with disabilities to build their skills and independence and boost their well-being and inclusion

within the community.”

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FEBRUARY 20th – Meloney’s Drag Queen Bingo – Come join the fun with Melony Brests & Sall Monalla.

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community news Probus Club celebrate their president

A celebration of sewing THIS is a photo of the Cooroy and Palm Lake ladies sewing for Uniforms4kids at their annual get together.

Cooroy ladies have made 5000 items of clothing for children in need in just the past 12 months.

These clothes have been made from used Qld Police, Federal Police, Border Force and Australia Zoo uniforms that would have gone to landfill. In-

stead they become beautiful clothes that are given to indigenous children, refugees, overseas children and crisis centres and anywhere they are needed.

Our band of dedicated workers operate out of premises under the Cooroy Uniting Church and also at Cooroy Noosa Palm Lake.

Like to join our happy, very sociable groups? Call Yvonne on 0413 133 791.

WE all met on January 20 to celebrate our President Ivy Carter’s special President’s Lunch. Twenty members gathered at the RSL in Cooroy and the RSL staff made us proud.

The food and service were excellent.Ivy was presented with a beautiful bunch of flowers from club members and a good time was had by all.

Our meetings are always friendly and interesting and we would love to see some new faces. We meet the first Monday of each month at 09.30 at the RSL in Cooroy and after refreshments and social time, the meeting starts at 10.00. Strict Covid rules are adhered to.

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Win a car through Katie Rose KATIE Rose Cottage Hospice is excited to announce the launch of our very first car lottery.

Someone will be the very lucky winner of a new VW Polo, with thanks to our lottery partner, Cricks VW Maroochydore.

The second prize will be $3,000 cash and third prize will be $1,000 cash.

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for KRCH said: “This, our very first, car lottery will raise much needed funds for our hospice following fundraising losses last year due to COVID 19. It will... also help raise awareness of the invaluable service we provide to the Sunshine Coast community. We look forward to seeing our supporters at Noosa Civic Shopping Centre where the

car will be on display and tickets can be purchased.”

The winner will be drawn on Friday, April 30. The odds of winning are fantastic as only 3,500 tickets will be sold at $20 each or a book of 10 tickets will cost $150.

Grab your tickets at: Cooroy Op Shop, Emerald Street, Cooroy (opposite IGA) or phone 5447 7043.

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New chamber of commerce looks to future growth THE Pomona & District Chamber of Commerce was formed in September last year as businesses in Pomona and surrounding satellite villages considered how they could emerge stronger and more cohesive following the COVID-19 pandemic.

The group was incorporated officially in early January and has about 40 members. The PDCC represents businesses in the towns of Pomona, Cooran, Kin Kin and Boreen Point.

Working together, the businesses involved believe they can look to each other for mutual support, promotion and advocacy that strengthens local commerce and job creation.

“It was a big step to reinstate a Pomona Chamber and bring in other communities but in the end we realised that our future is together, linked by initiatives such as the Noosa Country Drive and the Noosa Trail Network upgrade that recognises Pomona as the ‘hub town’ for adventure-based tourism expansion,” President Phil Moran said.

Kin Kin forms the northern hub under the plans endorsed by Noosa Council and Tourism Noosa.

“A chamber representing the whole region allows us to become a unified voice when dealing with the council and other levels of government.

Sensible growth and development is inevitable, but it must not come at a cost to what we have now. Keeping our lifestyle, scale and connection to the natural environment are important and should not be compromised.

“Residents want a say in what happens and the Chamber will be mindful of that as we seek greater definition around council and government planning for this region to 2031 and beyond.”

PDCC seeks to provide, united leadership and advocacy on matters relevant to business in the Northern Noosa Hinterland communities.

Mr Moran said: “We want to make a positive difference to the district’s economic and business health by influencing future development consistent with Noosa lifestyle values, through achievable policy solutions underpinning local identity. And we will encourage innovation and sustainable growth that respects the environment.”

At Cooran, the Chamber supports local moves to make that town the first in Queensland to be powered 100% by renewable energy.

“This is just one example of the innovative thinking going on in the hinterland – including the rural sector, where we will work closely with organisations such as Country Noosa,” he said.

ON Monday, February 22 from 9.30am, Pam Sweeney and Win Wynn will give a workshop looking at the basics of researching Genealogy.

Learn about starting off, keeping records, how and where to search. The workshop is designed for people interested in their own family histories or genealogy in general.

You will learn how to research a family history accurately and

efficiently by using the growing range of online family history resources of the CooroyNoosa Genealogy Group.

The presentation at the Heritage Centre will be followed by a morning tea.

The public is welcome.

To register a place in the workshop please phone on 3129 0356.

The Heritage Centre is located at 17 Emerald St, Cooroy.

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ise they can work from home just as easily in the Noosa hinterland or can bring forward plans for innovative and sustainable businesses based locally, household wealth accrues through higher house prices. But we must recognise that comes at a cost to housing affordability.

“The villages of the Northern Hinterland have a role to play in providing affordable housing options under the new Town Plan – including the possibility of tiny house enclaves.”

While the ideas were many, Mr Moran said, there was a need to sort priorities, establish goals and explore means to achieve realistic objectives.

The PDCC’s first general meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 17 at the Rural Futures Centre, 8 Station Street, Pomona with guest speakers Noosa Council Mayor Clare Stewart and Member for Noosa Sandy Bolton.

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“Greener towns are cooler places as we combat the effects of climate change and the more we encourage the take-up of walking and cycling to get about, we make life less congested and more relaxed,” Mr Moran said.

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WHILE 2020 will be known forever as the year that Covid 19 appeared, the pandemic and associated restrictions and lockdowns have generated significant changes to the woodworking scene including the Cooroora Woodworkers club.

Some of these changes may be shortlived – while others will be with us forever and a day.

For a while, manual skills such as woodworking had been falling out of favour, mainly due to the insidious nature of technology driven activities.

Clubs such as ours have helped to sustain and encourage interest among the ‘over fifties’, both men and women – but it still has been difficult to attract new younger members. In a club of over 130 members, close to 25% is now female.

Whilst we naturally have Covid safe practices in place, we found a larg-

er demand for consumables – wood, sandpaper, finishes and courses. To cater for this larger appetite, we have put in place not 1 but 3 Woodworking 101 courses of 6-8 weeks in length.

The joinery and cabinet making course is booked out for 2021; a second furniture making course will commence in the near future.

Other six to eight week courses are set to commence by the end of the month including woodturning - both bowl and spindle, general carving and spoon carving, board making, tool sharpening and scrollsawing.

There is never a dull moment at the Cooroora Woodworking club situated in Lower Mill Place in Cooroy. So give us a call if you are interested in knowing more. Seecooroorawoodworkersclub.com.

Until next month, Cheers!

Steve Chapman, President

community news Lake Macdonald Fresh Water Fishing Club Pomona Kindergarten

are a top sporting fish and put up a great fight.

With the water now going over the dam wall the fish move to that part of the dam with lots going over the wall with the Bass wanting to go to salt water to breed.

The movement of freshwater fish in Australia is a huge concern because in the past there was very little understanding about fish needing to move to breed, hunt or relocate .

With our dams nothing was put into place to allow the fish to move freely so they become trapped. As water levels drop so does oxygen water temp and other factors either killing the fish, stopping the breeding cycle and so on.

Another huge problem is people putting their aquarium fish into local waterways. They often get out

of control in numbers and cause huge damage to our native species. The Carp being one example not only to fishing stocks but to the waterways and river banks.

Our first meeting held at the Saw & Mill was on Thursday, January 28.

We are looking at fishing Lake Macdonald once a month until the dam is closed for the upgrade.

We’re then going for camping and fishing weekends at other impoundments.

The annual fees are due for members and if you wish to know more about our club or wish to join phone or text Michael Geary 0408 400 735 or Peter Arch 0421 511 813.

Any day fishing is a great day, catching them is a bonus.

Until next month...

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More snakes caught in Cooroy LOCAL snake catcher Luke Huntley has been busy in Cooroy this month, with several snakes being caught and moved on including a rather large brown snake, pictured right.

Luke, from Snake Catcher Noosa, said both snakes were in difficult to get out spots.

“The first one, the big brown, took me while because it was under a slab, I had to dig it out.

“The second is just a little tree snake but he was in the most annoying spot.

“I had to cut the bottom of the chair to get him out.

They love their little spots.”

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Around December, fishing had been really good with plenty of Bass taken.

The month of January has seen the fishing so good they’ve just about jumped into the boat.

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Tractor roll overs keep QAS team busy IT has been a busy month for the Cooroy Ambulance Station with crews attending a wide variety of jobs.

Of particular note, crews have attended three rollovers involving tractors and ride-on mowers in the district, with all three having a co-response with the RACQ LifeFlight rescue helicopter.

It is vital that you exercise extreme caution operating any machinery on sloping ground, even if you are very familiar with the terrain or area of your property.

Some key considerations before using your tractor or mower: consider any recent rain or moisture on the ground and how that will affect traction, ensure your machinery is in good working order and fitted with a rollover protection system (ROPS) wear seatbelts (if fitted ensure someone knows where you are operating machinery; carry communication options like a mobile phone or UHF radio and ensure you have a first aid kit available and that you and family members, or those around you, are trained in first aid.

I would particularly like to thank the local crews from Fire and Rescue Queensland who assisted in two of the rescues, putting their skills to work to lift and move the heavy machinery.

Throughout Summer we have seen an increase in heat-related cases, particularly in older or vulnerable people.

While anyone can be affected by heat stress and heat stroke, it is important in the young, elderly and those with underlying medical conditions, to be extra alert for signs including: dizziness, disorientation, agitation and confusion, sluggishness and altered consciousness.

Heat-related issues are on the rise - QAS staff have reminded us to never leave a child unattended in a hot car.

Do your best to keep an eye on your elderly or vulnerable family members, neighbours and friends.

On very hot and humid days, often normal cooling techniques like fans or sitting in the shade will not be enough for these more susceptible groups.

Instead, try to use air-conditioning or visit an air-conditioned venue like a shopping centre, cinema or a friend or relative who has air-conditioning.

Other measures to beat the heat include: drinking water regularly during the day to stay hydrated, slowing down and avoiding strenuous activity in hot weather, especially from 10am to 3pm, and

keeping your body cool during the day by wearing a wide-brim hat, and loose cotton clothes.

In addition, never leave a child in a car unattended.

The consequences can be fatal.

If you are worried about anyone who seems adversely affected by the heat, call Triple Zero (000) immediately and continue to monitor them.

While waiting for the paramedics, get the person into a cool environment, give them sips of water, take off any heavy clothing, and if possible splash them with water or fan the patient.

Ben Phipps, Officer in Charge, Cooroy Station., QAS

health & lifestyle

The Rag Review By The Rusty Fork WELCOME to our latest version of The Rag Review.

This month we selected The Fox and Hound Café in Maple Street.

Having provided coffee from Richie’s bakery for years, the Fox and Hound moved last year to share a space with the Cooroy Barbers.

This move enabled the small but mighty crew of Fox and Hound to really stamp some personality into their offerings.

This team has consistently provided the best coffee in Cooroy, if not the whole Noosa area.

Seriously, these guys take their coffee very seriously!

Measuring the humidity, adjusting the grind size and weighing every shot is just the beginning.

And it works!

The smooth and flavoursome shots coming out of their beautiful retro machine make your heart sing.

The coffee is obviously very important, but this had led to a strong and loyal following of diverse people in our little town.

They are often found

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sitting and chatting while having their coffee, discussing local issues and the news at hand.

And this is exactly what Brad Cole was trying to achieve when he moved the shop.

He wanted to make a community where coffee was only the reason for the visit, but not the biggest benefit.

Food has also been offered since the move, albeit a very small and limited menu.

The standout is the toasted Rueben Sandwich. Flavour overload!

This little piece of community is exactly what towns like Cooroy need.

It offers a meeting place where you see familiar and friendly faces gather each day. It makes you feel much less like a customer, and more like a part of the family.

I love the banter flowing from the staff, but my nan might go a little red!

Fork Ratings (out of 10): Food Service Atmosphere

5 8 9

Welcome to Dr. Robyn Amring Dr. Amring is excited to be moving to the Sunshine Coast with her family. She looks forward to joining Maple Street Surgery and will be available for appointments every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Ensuring the health and wellbeing of her patients is of utmost importance to Dr. Amring.

She has completed advanced training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and will be providing excellent care in women’s health, antenatal shared care and associated minor procedures.

Other special interests include newborn and child health, skin cancer screening and minor skin procedures.

Dr. Amring will be working three days a week and looks forward to getting to know the community over the coming years.

Dr. Amring available Monday, Tuesday & Thursday.

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sport

What is Pickleball?

IT is a cross between tennis, table tennis and badminton. It is played on a court roughly the size of a badminton court with a plastic, perforated ball and paddles (similar to a table tennis bat). It is generally played in doubles.

and no previous experience is necessary. All instruction will be given.

evening session on Thursdays at Cooroy Badminton Club (CBC) from 6pm to 8pm.

When and where will it be played? Every

What is the cost? There is no

Monday at the Eumundi Tennis Club (ETC) from 8am to 11am, starting Monday 2nd March with evening sessions to follow. There is currently an

Who can play it? It is suitable

for all age levels

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What do I need to bring? Nothing!

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What is its origin? It was first

played in the US in 1965 when the players wanted to play a game of badminton but could not find a shuttlecock.

How popular is it? It is played all over the world and there are many tournaments held each year, including right here in Queensland.

There are over 10 venues on the

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How do I sign up? Go to https:// www.meetup. com/en-AU/ hinterland-pickleball-group/ Questions?Call or SMS Ashley on 0452 223099 for more information.

health &

What’s on at Cooroy Community Bowls Club HOLIDAYS are over.

Looking for another social event to add to your calendar, look no further!

Our club which is based at the Saw and Mill will be starting our social and evening bowls again.

Our Tuesday and Saturdays will start at 1.00pm.

Everyone is welcome, new players and holiday players.

Contact: Maureen on

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What are the rules? See http:// www.pickleballqueensland. org/ for information on the rules and video clips of

0419 588 661 for starting date.Wednesday night is Business Bowls which will commence on 24th February 6.30pm.

Contact: Mike Loe for time and details on 0411 878 341 .

High Rollers will commence Thursday 25th February 6.00pm.

Teams are made up of 3 players.

You can put a team to-

gether or just yourself and we will find 2 other players for you.

Saw and Mill have delicious food and a variety of drinks so come along for a game.

This is great opportunity to make friends and be part of an even greater community.

Contact: Eileen on 0411 666 967 or Maureen on 0419 588 661.

COOROY OUR DOCTORS • Dr Gerald Bush • Dr Kit Haydock • Dr Daniel O’Dea • Dr Raajiv Maher• Dr Sara Genevieve Eccles • Dr Ros Hunt • Dr Mason Stevenson WELCOME to Dr Mahalia Rose OUR SERVICES INCLUDE • General Health Care • Chronic Disease • Medicals & Health Assessments • Immunisations • Skin Checks • Women & Men’s Health • Marina & Implanon Insertions/Removal • Venesections • Iron Infusions • Midwifery Care • Pre-employment Medicals • Drug & Alcohol Testing in Clinic or Onsite

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Local boxer turns pro with debut fight LOCAL boxer Sam Cameron-Hands is turning pro, with his debut being held on March 13.

The Pomona-raised 21-year-old is well known for his stellar boxing career.

Starting at just nine years of age, Sam has had over 100 fights at light weight (60kg) with more than 75 wins in 11 years.

“I only started boxing because my brother, who is one year and six days younger, was doing it and we’re very competitive.

“I wanted to be better than him.”

Sam’s debut is his first fight since returning to boxing after a well-deserved break.

“This is my first fight since turning pro. I only started boxing again in late 2020 after taking a break.

“I knew I would come back to it but I needed a bit of time to myself.”

Sam stopped boxing when he moved to Brisbane in 2018 for university where he is currently

studying a Bachelor of Property Economics with a major in Economics.

Sam The Surgeon will make his pro debut at 61.5kgs on March 13 at “A Night to Remember” at the Sleeman Sports Complex in Brisbane.

Tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com. au/e/a-night-to-remember-v2021-tickets-137570034677 Sponsorship opportunities are welcome and Sam can be contacted at samcameron22@outlook.com

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WHEN the Sunshine Coast Cricket Association announced that they were supporting a pink stumps weekend on 23-24 January, the Cooroy Cougars women’s team jumped on board. Playing against Yandina on Sunday, the women donned pink, and baked cupcakes to raise some funds for Bloomhill Cancer Care.

Winning the toss and electing to bat, Cooroy lost an early wicket, before a terrific partnership between Amanda Tie (21) and Petrina McAulay (26) steadied the team.

At 1/63 at the halfway mark, the Cooroy team looked set to post a big score.

Despite some excellent bowling from

Yaninda player Joytti Besford (4/21), combined with some terrific fielding that saw a string of run outs, the team managed to reach 101 from their thirty overs.

It wasn’t a big total to defend but the Cooroy women never gave up.

Early wickets by Margit Cruice (2/31) had the Yandina team at 3/31 from 8 overs.

Sometimes in cricket it’s the one partnership that makes all the difference. Joytti Besford and Alisi Besford combined beautifully for a 72-run partnership that led to Yandina’s victory in the twenty-first over.

Although there was a small flurry of wickets taken at the end of the in-

nings by Petrina McAulay (2/18), Kirsty Patten (1/18) and Ali Lindsay (1/14) it wasn’t quite enough on the day.

After the game some fun awards were handed out, both teams socialised and cupcakes were purchased, raising $208 for Bloomhill.

A particular thanks to the Plant family (including their dog) who are always there to support the women’s team for staffing the canteen, tallying up cupcake sales and making sure we have clean facilities.

With one more match in the season, the final match will determine whether the Cooroy Cougars women will make it into the finals.

Eumundi Dragons play host to the Reds ON Thursday, February 18 Fraser McReight and Sam Wallis from the Queensland Reds Rugby Union team visited and enjoyed the hospitality offered by all members in attendance from the Eumundi Dragons Rugby Union Club.

This was part of an extremely successful initiative of Reds coach, Brad Thorn, to raise the profile of his team’s players throughout country Queensland before the start of Rugby Australia’s Super Rugby season.

Fraser and Ben were joined by Rick Archer (SCRU Junior Director) in running the Eumundi juniors and their coaches through a series of funbased skills activities. At the end of the training session all the juniors in attendance enjoyed a well earned sausage sizzle, fruit juice and ice blocks.

Immediately following the skills session with the juniors, the two Reds players further “enhanced” their pre season training with a game of Touch Rugby with members of the Eu-

mundi club’s Reserve Grade outfit.

Club presidents , Will Vine and Jim Wilson , who both billeted the Reds players for the night, reported that Fraser and Sam really enjoyed their visit to the Eumundi Club and slept well after the busy day that had unfolded.

After such and exciting start to their pre-season, all members of the Eumundi Dragons Club Juniors as well as Seniors, are now looking forward to the 2021 season and the fun that can be had by playing the code they say “Is played in Heaven” !!

Those wishing to join the Dragons are asked to check the club’s website – www.dragonsrugbyunion.org.au or Facebook page.

In 2021 the club will definitely cater for junior players from U6s to U12s and senior reserve grade (U19s and older).

An U19 Colts team, dependent on level of interest, has been put on the list of planned teams for the 2021 season.

At this stage it is hoped that players for this team will be drawn from the communities of Gympie and Nambour as well as Eumundi.

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churches Cooroy Community BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services - 10am All Welcome 5474 3309 - 5485 2298 - CWA HALL The Church of United Spiritualism of Australia Clairvoyance - Guest Speakers - Healing Meditations COOROY - QCWA Hall Maple Street Wednesdays 7.00pm Rev Kathy McVann - 0414 972632

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Cooroy Rag AGM Notice THE Cooroy Rag Community Newspaper’s Deferred Annual General Meeting will be held on 12th March 2021 at the Cooroy Car Club.

It was decided at the AGM to defer nominations for the management committee to a future meeting and the appointment of an auditor.

Nominations for the management committee are now being called for again. To nominate for a position in the management committee you must be a member of the organisation.

Nominations must be received by March 5, 2021.

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lost and found LOST KEYS: A set of car keys - went missing just before lockdown last year, around March 2020. Could have been around Cooroy or Kenilworth. They are a bunch of keys which includes a Toyota car key and a purple fob for Anytime Fitness. They were on a key ring maybe with a Subaru logo. If anyone has any information, please call 0497 801 493.

Private and Easy Care in Cooroy 7 Dunbar Court, Cooroy

Offers over $650,000 3 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Agents: Jeanette Catalano, 0422 923 851, jeanette@hinternoosa.com.au & Mario Catalano, 0400 613 879, mario@hinternoosa.com.au Located in a peaceful small court in the sought after Greenwood Grove estate, known for its quality homes and well kept gardens, this freshly painted home is in excellent condition and ready for you!

Filled with natural light and a neutral modern décor, there are three good sized bedrooms and two separate lounge areas.

The tiled combined living and dining area features soaring raked ceilings and is air conditioned too.

The galley style kitchen has also been updated and boasts a huge designer look bench top that doubles as a breakfast bar, ceramic cooktop and wall oven plus a walk-in pantry.

All the bedrooms have new carpet and blinds, built in robes and ceiling fans plus the large main bedroom is air condi-

tioned with its own ensuite.

The second lounge room is also carpeted for comfort and enjoys an outlook over the sparkling azure colour saltwater pool.

This outdoor area is paved with a sunny northern aspect, tropical surrounds, and sits in complete privacy!

Stroll past easy-care gardens to reach the other covered outdoor entertaining area at the rear of the property with cooling lawn, garden shed, and an envious

outlook to natural trees beyond.

Fully fenced this delightful home was designed to be wheelchair friendly Situated within walking distance to local schools, shops, restaurants and cafes, library, public transport, and the golf course is not far either.

What a great offering in the Noosa hinterland yet not too far from the coastal activities as well.

Arrange your inspection without delay!

Suit New Home Buyers 14 Spotted Gum Court, Cooroy Offers Over $720,000 Agent: Paul Bielby 0437 346 256, paul@hinternoosa. com.au 4 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car The recently completed home at 14 Spotted Gum Court, Cooroy will please buyers wanting contemporary feel and style.

The Nu-Trend home which comes with the balance of a new home warranty is ideally situated in a quiet culde-sac 626m2 block surrounded by all nearnew homes.

Above standard specifications extras include high end-tapware, high ceilings and granite

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The 2019 finished home sports a large 7kw split system air conditioner in the living area and a further two more 2.5kw systems in the bedrooms all under

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The kitchen is the hub of this home and the wide island bench makes for a great breakfast bar and large preparation surface.

Quality stone tops and a Beko 900mm gas cooker and electric oven compliment this

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A large walk-in pantry and electric rangehood complete the kitchen. A large living/dining area adjoins the kitchen and opens out onto the alfresco entertaining area.

Families will love the generous and private back-yard and there is room at the sides of the home for access and vegie/herb gardens.

• 1.9km to Cooroy CBD, Post office, shops, medical, library

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Tropical acreage haven, perfect for a horse or two 36 Highland Drive LAKE MACDONALD QLD 4563 If you’re after your own piece of paradise, here it is.

A tranquil, secluded, tropical retreat, minutes from Lake MacDonald, Noosa Botanic Gardens, National Parks... and an easy drive to Cooroy, Tewantin, Noosaville and Main Beach Hastings Street.

So private, so peaceful, so livable.

This home is all single level, set amidst stunning tropical greenery on 3.3 flat and very usable acres.

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From there two sets of sliding doors spill out on to the large deck with gazebo, built in pizza oven and BBQ, and on to the resort style palm fringed pool... complete with waterfall and yet another gazebo.

The segregated master suite has a ‘room’ of built in robes and a generous ensuite with double shower.

There is a large home office/study, fitted with shelving, the most magnificent timber built in desk, and a partial glass paneled ceiling overhead.

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No horses? All of this can be easily adapted for other uses.

Then there is a dam, a 2-bay extra height (horse float or caravan) near new shed (9x6), a double carport with attached and lined storage shed, a potting shed/ firewood shelter, 5.2kw solar power and a prolific bore with state of the art purifying system.

The charming separate studio with exposed timber trusses gives you so many options. Guest accommodation, art space, yoga room, gym, teenagers retreat you choose.

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Here is a prime opportunity to purchase brand new town houses right in the heart of Cooroy’s CBD! Literally shopping, doctors, transport, and everything this thriving country township has to offer is within 100m to all.

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built-in wardrobes, separate laundry, low Body Corporate fees, and a full list of inclusions are available on request.

Be quick to register your interest as they will not last long!

Price: Contact Agent Agent: Alisa Wythes Agency: Wythes Real Estate Phone: 0415 111 370

MEET YOUR AGENT

Property Management Team Leader / Business Development Manager

Gina lls the role of Business Development Manager –

Over the past 12 years, Gina has had the pleasure of

Property Manager in our property management team. Her

dealing with same clients for almost a decade. With a core

friendly and hardworking personality makes her the perfect

business centred around customer service and strong

t for our team.

communication with her clients, you can be assured that

Gina’s military background has given her the perfect tools to be an exceptional Business Development Manager Property Manager. In 2010 she moved to Pomona here on

your most valuable asset is being managed by one of the coasts most professional and experienced Property Managers in the industry.

the Sunshine Coast and took on a challenging career in Real

In her spare time, Gina enjoys spending time at our lovely

Estate managing rental properties.

coastal beaches, sailing and spending time with her

Gina’s strong people skills and effective time management plans saw her take on a local rent roll growing it from 20 properties to nearly 300. Gina is a proud team member as she says, “are the backbone of the business” and ensure that her client’s needs are always met.

wonderful family and friends.

Stylish single level home 5 Straker Drive, Cooroy Bed: 4

Bath: 2 Car: 2

In the ideal location this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with large double lock-up garage is set on a 688m2 allotment of land in the Greenwood Grove estate.

It is walking distance to Cooroy set in the Noosa hinterland on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland.

The home offers open plan and spacious living areas with tiled floors plus large 9 kw reverse cycle air conditioning and a well-appointed stylish kitchen with island bench and stainless steel cooking appliances and dishwasher.

The under-cover entertainment areas is the perfect spot to admire the beautiful views of Cooroy Mountain. The low maintenance back yard is great for the Aussie BBQ’s and space to play or add a pool.

There is a media room perfectly positioned for watching movies or the football.

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while the other end of the home has three good size bedrooms with built-in wardrobes.

The double garage has ample storage and space for two large cars. Complete with a 5,000l rainwater tank for the garden it is a fully fenced block and has side access room for a car or boat.

Perfectly positioned only 20 minutes from Noosa or 1.5 hours’ drive to Brisbane.

Price: Contact Agent Agent: Warren Berry Agency: Wythes Real Estate Phone: 0407 730 987

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Grand country homestead Bed: 5 Bath: 4 Kitchens: 2 ‘John’s Farm’ is a property that is rarely on offer in today’s market. It is situated in the Mary Valley with its rich fertile soils and abundant water sourced from the dams and equipped bore.

This all usable 30 acres is a blank canvas awaiting the new owners to develop the property to their specific and personal needs.

The large dam is a welcoming feature as you approach this grand quality built Queenslander which commands attention with its wide verandah that wraps around the home to provide and capture air flow and natural breezes.

The grand staircase is a design statement to the home which leads you to the front door and wide hallway that flows through to the rear of the home.

The 10 foot ceilings, french doors and polished timber floors are authentic to the style of this home.

And another characteristic of this country homestead are the feature tiles which lead you through to the outdoor area.

A well-appointed kitchen show-

What are you waiting for?

cases as a stunning feature to the open plan family lounge with inviting french doors opening onto one of the two rotunda.

Then we have the 4 spacious family bedrooms with the family bathroom at one end while at the other end you will find the studio and a very private master bedroom.

Wake up to magnificent views from this master bedroom that is complete with ensuite and walk-in robe.

The home stands in an elevated position and allows easy vision over the property, making it easy to

view your livestock grazing in the paddocks.

Extended family Airbnb is just some of the multi-purpose options with the property.

With independent access to the two large rooms down stairs and the one bedroom studio with full kitchen also with open plan living and dining area provides so many family options and opportunities.

Further features include fully-ducted zoned air-conditioning, ducted vacuum, solar panels, large laundry and double garage.

Features include:

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5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Kitchens Ducted Vacuum Ducted zoned air conditioning Saltwater swimming pool 4 x Rainwater tanks (24,000 gallons total) Bore water Irrigation system Solar Panels Established Fruit Trees

Agent: Jen Galinska Agency: Ray White Rural Eumundi Phone: 5442 8080 or 0499 011 971

As part of the team here at Ray White Pomona Hinterland, I am very excited at having the opportunity to help locals sell their beautiful properties.

Living in town and owning a small farm on the edge of Kin Kin I have come to love and appreciate the uniqueness and beauty of this very special pocket of the Noosa Hinterland.

I have recently achieved exceptional sales well and above the listing prices.

Recently I have listed 3 x large acreage properties in Kin Kin and surrounding areas.

I am looking for more opportunities to help locals realise their absolute best price for their treasured properties.

If you are thinking of selling.What are you waiting for? There’s never been a better time Contact Peggy on: 0490 254 135

Build your dream home on 171 Acres, 25* minutes from Noosa

Retreat to this private 171 acres - 69.54ha* of prime land located only 25 minutes from Noosa, minutes from Eumundi and just on 90 minutes to Brisbane.

This unique property has been in the family as a working farm for the past 30 plus years.

Previously the rich fertile soils

have produced an income from cattle and small crops.

The property presents an excellent opportunity to follow your rural pursuits whilst being close to all of the other attractions your family may require.

Currently carrying 25 head plus progeny it has 3 permanent dams

with excellent water capacity.

The large dam is situated approximately in the centre of the property and near just one of the several buildingpossibilities that are on offer.

This is just one option - there are several options on offer to build your lifetime dream home, with

elevated scenic views over both your land and through the surrounding valleys.

Located just 25* minutes to the white sandy beaches of Noosa and 10 minutes to Eumundi and with unlimited potential it is rare to find such large acreage so close to town. Think serene off the grid

lifestyle, unique and a great location. Come check it out.

Agent: Jen Galinska Agency: Ray White Rural Eumundi Phone: 5442 8080 or 0499 011 971

Privacy and Location If location matters, then the convenience of this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home will appeal.

Situated on a large 1388qsm block, this property provides plenty of space for the children to play or extra room for the camper or boat.

Having been lovingly maintained by its original owners for over 20 years, the home is now ready for its new family to enjoy and make their own.

Offering multiple living areas, master bedroom with built-in robe & ensuite, also built-in robes to the other two bedrooms, the residence is positioned back from the road and is fully fenced, offering privacy and security.

Entertaining will be a joy with the undercover alfresco area which includes a builtin outdoor kitchen. This area overlooks the private and manicured spacious rear yard.

You can leave your car at home, as the Page 38 - Cooroy Rag, February 2021

Cooroy township, schools, shops and train station are all a short stroll away.

There is plenty of room for the toys, with undercover parking, double garage and side access to the property.

Features include: • 1388sqm block of land • 3 bedrooms with built-in robes • 2 bathrooms • Centrally positioned kitchen • Multiple separate living areas

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Privately set back from road Outdoor entertaining area Double lock up garage with double carport and separate workshop Walk to school, shops, restaurants, train and amenities

Agent: Jen Galinska Agency: Ray White Rural Eumundi Phone: 5442 8080 or 0499 011 971

FOR SALE

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