Eumundi Voice - Issue 104, 17 October 2024

OUT AND ABOUT

Sunshine Coast goes purple

Two of the Sunshine Coast's leading not-forprofit organisations united on 10 October for a special World Mental Health Day fundraiser, raising more than $16,000 to train support dogs to assist Australian Defence Force personnel and first responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

A group of 10 courageous participants pledged to dye their hair purple to raise awareness and encourage donations, with some also committing to and shaving their hair if the fundraising target was met.

The funds raised go towards the training and handling of PTSD-certified assistance dogs. Suitable displaced and unwanted dogs are rescued, rehomed, and trained to serve as a lifeline for those suffering from PTSD, offering emotional support, enhancing quality of life and aiding in recovery. Donations are still open and can be made by visiting: t.ly/YHnlM. PTSD Face-off participants

Makepeace Island Open House

Makepeace Island recently held an open house visit and memorable lunch, provided by award winning Executive Chef Zeb Gilbert. One of the guest speakers was SC Mayor Rosanna Natoli who spoke about connection, conversation and community. Guests were treated to a tour of Makepeace Island and learnt the island's history, including how the beautiful Balinese buildings came to be on a little piece of paradise in the Noosa River.

The weekend of 19&20 October offers a special free entry treat for locals with a rare opportunity to tour a variety of architecturally diverse, historic and sustainable buildings across the coast. There is also a chance to meet individuals who design, build and preserve these buildings. Visit: sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au.

R4MH attend Hinterland Health Expo

Over 200 visitors attended the Hinterland Health Expo on 27 September with 36 exhibitors displaying their goods and services to anyone wanting to improve their health. There were displays of Taekwondo and belly-dancing featured.

Among the exhibitors, Rotarians for Mental Health (R4MH) showed off their Say No to Domestic Violence T-shirts and informed attendees of Rotary’s campaign of awareness of mental health in our communities.

Visitors to the display openly showed their knowledge of the problem and enquired into ways they might help address domestic and family violence.

Tex Pipke encourages everyone to wear the shirt on Fridays each week. “When you meet others who wear the shirt, they will engage with you and the conversation will be enlarged. Who knows, you may even make new friends,” said Tex.

Contact your local Rotary Club or Tex Pipke on 0412 768 645.