Fraser Coast Beacon - Issue 5

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Susan IN THIS ISSUE

Artist Standley

Z-Pac Theatre Creating Entertainment and Opportunity

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STORIES

RECIPES

GAMES

MARKETS

ARTS & CRAFT

VOUCHERS

& MORE! Employing Youth. Inspiring Stories. t h et b e a c o n . c o m . a u

Editorial

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need to start this editorial with firstly apologising for an error printed in our last edition. In our article for the opening of the Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy I incorrectly quoted artist Georgie Dee’s last name as Jackson when it is actually Derkson. Georgie Dee is an inspiring young artist who we will be featuring in a future edition.

The feedback received for our last edition has been extraordinary and something that has made the Beacon team very proud. We’d like to thank all the those who have volunteered their time and given us the wonderful stories that tell of the amazing culture of our region. I’d like to print a quote from one of our readers Donna Constable because her words truly make the Beacon’s existence worthwhile.

‘I would gladly say on record The Beacon is one of the best locally produced publications I have ever read.

I was absolutely blown away with the quality of their publication and their demonstration and willingness to want to increase social awareness on the Fraser Coast. The magazine covers a very broad range of topical issues from tourism, events, local artists, activities supporting the indigenous community, small business success stories, stories for animal lovers, through to the not so nice issues such as drug addiction, cashless welfare card, homelessness and much more. The magazine has something for everyone.

Most of all, and having converted 4 volunteer staff to paid employees with the support of Back to Work, the business really is quite inspirational in wanting to make a difference to regional youth and unemployment. Not only are they employing staff, they are also heavily committed and involved in supporting young people access opportunities through volunteer work and mentoring advice towards self-employment and/ or work experience opportunities.’

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Beacon ISSUE 5

Susan IN THIS ISSUE

PLUS

Artist Standley

STORIES

RECIPES

Z-Pac Theatre

GAMES

Creating Entertainment and Opportunity

MARKETS

ARTS & CRAFT

VOUCHERS

& MORE! Employing Youth. Inspiring Stories. t h et b e a c o n . c o m . a u

Background image by Susan Standley Left: Susan Standley - page 30 Middle: Suzi Lewis - page 10 Right: Georgie Dee - King - page 12

Featured Content

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Z-Pac Theater A vibrant example of Expression and nurturing

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From the Mayor’s Desk A new column from Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour

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Akos - Street Art

The 4x4 Cleanup

Connecting art with communities

Reducing the human footprint on Frase Island

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D U N D OW R A N B E A C H P H O T O BY S T E P H E N B E N DA L L

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Caren’s Corner Give your brain a workout A Cappella Bay Singers �������������13

Dunga Durby ����������������������������������� 16

Out & About

Dying with Dignity ����������������������20

Festivals, Food and Fun

Harbour Side Gallery ����������������40 And much more inside!

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Suzie Lewis

Beating the Flu

Voice behind the art

Healthful Tips to beat the flu this winter

Susan Standley Artist ���������������30

WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are warned that this publication may contain images of deceased persons.

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S T O RY BY M A R I A N N E K R E S S E , P H O T O S BY S T E P H E N B E N DA L L

A vibrant example of Expression and nurturing

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heatre has been a part of The Fraser Coast with plays being conducted in church halls and school buildings since 1964. Its popularity, with the help of community fundraising and government grants led to the building of the current ZPAC Theatre in Zephyr St some 41 years ago. But with the theatre group growing stronger and larger each year, it now having more than 200 volunteers participating in all facets of theatre production including acting, directing, set and costume design, makeup and front office staff, the theatre has become too small for its ever-increasing needs. Seating only 128, ZPAC Inc. is currently negotiating with the Fraser Coast Council to build a larger building that will house up to 400 patrons.

The theatre is run entirely by its volunteers with many of its actors and directors flowing up the ranks, through drama classes the theatre runs twice a week. The classes are very popular, with students being broken down by age groups from ‘Tinies’ 6 years to 9, ‘Juniors’ 10 years to 12, ‘Teens’ 13 years to 18, to ‘Adults’ with ages anywhere between 19 and 80.

The classes are specifically structured for each age group with students being rewarded for their efforts by doing an end the year in house performance to showcase their new skills.

Tim Holstein, the current drama teacher has always had a passion for the arts and having graduated from the Conservatory of Music with a degree in Dramaturgy and Musical Theatre, he is the perfect teacher and role model for guiding the Coasts budding new actors. Tim loves the inclusive, supportive and nurturing environment that the theatre provides with its network of volunteers prepared to do anything that needs doing.

The Theatre prides itself on promoting new talent and all roles for shows follow an audition process that selects the best for the role and not necessarily the more experienced. Giving new actors a chance is very important and this has encouraged a flow of younger people to the Theatre’s family. The Fraser Coast has many unemployed

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youths and the theatre has become a safe environment for kids that come from all backgrounds including broken homes.

The theatre through its inclusive family helps bring stability by providing the support and direction to those who sorely need it. The multitude of roles available within the theatre allows everyone a space in which they can develop and grow. With every show requiring at least 50 dedicated volunteers to ensure its success, it gives everyone the opportunity to participate and find their particular niche of comfort.

‘Theatre people understand and accept differences, therefore, are non-judgmental and very accepting.’ Says Liane Mills, the Theatre’s Committee President. ‘Our quirkiness offers a protection and safety by providing a respectful community that values everyone.’ The Theatre has 56 show days this year and 5 main shows which take a lot of coordination and time to prepare. A directors night is held each year in September in which members get together to decide what shows will be run in the following year. Everyone has input and each year’s programs is arrived at by group consensus. The shows are usually a mix of comedy, drama- murder/ mystery, musical and horror to ensure that they can attract all types of audiences. Being self-funded, it is important that each performance sees every seat taken.

Katanee Draheim, a young actor/director will be directing this year’s horror show -Dracula, a show scheduled to be performed from 11th to the 31st of October 19 to coincide with Halloween. The creative nature of the show has got everyone from the tech guys, set and costume designers to the actors buzzing. It is a contemporary work that appeals to all ages and Katanee is very excited to be collaborating with everyone to make Dracula a success.

L ef t t o R ig ht To p: E l l io t, Tiffany

Middl e: L ian e

B o t t o m : A m el ia, Kat an ee

‘Directing, in particular, is a challenge because you have to learn to work with a group of highly creative people and get them to follow your lead.’ Katanee says. ‘I’m open to discussing with the actors their interpretation of their characters, but if I don’t agree, communicating my perspective effectively is important so that my vision of the play is achieved.’

Dracula opens Friday 11th October 2019 Thursday 31st October 2019

Liane adds, ‘Watching directors work as they coordinate scenes, is like moving chess pieces on a board. It’s really exciting because you can see how a scene that’s really boring can be slowly tweaked by a few things here and there to change its whole perspective.’

Says Liane. ‘The director needs to be in full control to achieve their endgame. A shows success relies on everyone following the same vision. You cannot have 10 actors all going their own interpretive way, it would be total chaos!’ She finished with a laugh. ‘Every director perceives things differently which makes the whole process both challenging and rewarding.’

The theatre is very committed to mentoring its new directors and actors to ensure their success. The skills and experience that the theatre provides these young people is life-changing, be it simply by providing relief and diversion from day to day troubles, to being a stepping stone to future study and careers.

Young people are given space to reflect and confidence to plan and move forward. As I sit in the Theatre, a group of confident young people with me, I can see the importance the theatre has played in their lives.

‘It is a great way to meet new people and make friends. I started doing drama classes and working in the shows backstage and have been here ever since!’ Tiffany, a young actor who has been with the theatre since 2014 after newly moving to the Bay, says with a smile.

Katanee nods in agreement, ‘The people here are like my family. The Theatre is my second home’ she says. ‘Here I fit in.’

Another young actor Elliot who has been with the theatre for 3 years says with a smirk, ‘Originally I was quite nervous to opening up and expressing emotions,’ he laughs as he continues ‘but the welcoming and inviting community of the theatre helped me ‘get comfortable’. I now have no problems with releasing those less manly emotions’ he says humorously.

Agreeing Tiffany adds, ‘Being on stage can be quite cathartic.

Being able to express emotion that’s not particularly related to your own problems can help release pressure.’ ‘Many of us here also have suffered with some form of mental illness,’ Katanee says, ‘and being on stage helps because you can forget your problems and be something else for a moment. To take your mind off your own problems gives you the space you need to help process things differently.’

‘It’s also very nurturing’ Liane puts in, ‘it doesn’t matter if you fail, you’re not cast aside. It’s ok.’

Amelia a young aspiring actress currently doing drama classes through ZPAC is all excited about auditioning for a part in Dracula. With her small, young childlike appearance she hoping to get one of the younger roles in the play.

Another wonderful addition to ZPAC’s program this year is ‘ZPAC on the move’, which is a show designed to go to nursing homes and bring live theatre back to the elderly who can no longer get out. Director Jonathan Dunn has selected this years show to be ‘Snapshots from Home’ which is based on the memories of people during World War II in Brisbane. The play particularly appeals to the older age group but also being short ‘snapshots’ is excellent for those with memory or attention problems. The play is also one currently being studied at school so the theatre also hopes to perform this in schools to local students. The show will be running for a year, but will have no set show days. Retirement homes only need to pay $300 for the group to come out and perform and this fee covers their licence and some administration costs.

So put seeing a show on your calendar this year. Each show goes for 2 Hours, there is live music at the beginning and intermission with prices varying from $17.00 for concession and members, to $22.00 to $27.00 for adults. There is a licensed bar as well.

Tickets for shows can be bought online at Zpactheatre.com or at the theatres box off ice which is open each Friday from 9.00am to 12.00pm.

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S T O RY BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N P H O T O S BY DA N I E L L E O ’C O N N O R

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former Kings Cross nurse was the founder of The Bay Op Shop, which opened in Hervey Bay last year. When Carolyn McIntyre worked at St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney she saw a lot of people in crisis. She and her colleagues from the drug and alcohol units in Sydney were all affected by the people that they had met. They felt they could make a difference if they tried.

They talked about how the government wasn’t doing enough for organisations and wanted to make a change. For many years they asked ‘what can we do?’

After Carolyn moved to Hervey Bay she realised that every organisation they used to talk about was located in the region. When her friends came to visit Hervey Bay they said ‘why don’t you start something that actually helps and makes a difference?’

So Carolyn approached the organisations to see what she could do. She thought of an idea for an op shop but one that wasn’t part of a big organisation controlled by a head office. That way she could help people without all 6

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the ‘red tape’ surrounding the use of the money. She asked the organisations if she opened an op shop would they help her if she helped them. With the support of local organisations, she was on her way.

The Bay Op Shop, located in Beach Road, has donated to and fundraised for organisations including Marine Rescue, Headspace, Centacare, Youthcare, Animal Refuge, Animal Adoption, Paw Kitty Cat Rescue, and Fraser Coast Animal Rescue. The Bay Op Shop supports local animal shelters by providing spare things for animals that are donated such as carry cages or by donating proceeds to help the animals. Centacare provides people who are in need with vouchers to be

used at The Bay Op Shop for things that clients may need or things Carolyn can get, such as nappies. Raffles are held in-store for customers of the op shop to help raise money for organisations like Marine Rescue and Breast Cancer support, with all the proceeds going to them.

A Grafton group which knits for premature babies and does quilting for domestic violence groups have been given supplies from the op shop.

The Bay Op Shop also helps provide people with skills by having them come in and take clothes that need washing or mending and learn how to fix them so they can be sold. The shop is also associated with the Hervey Bay Special School. The school brings girls in from their program to the shop every Friday to gain working skills. Support workers bring men to dust, sweep and sort the men’s section to keep them interacting and working. They also provide the Neighbourhood Centre

with food and blankets for the homeless. Carolyn provides people with anything they may need.

“When people see an op shop they think ‘someone who can help me ’or ‘I need help’,” she said. “I don’t turn anyone away. They can get help here and I can help them find services that can help them. I have given people money for fuel and medication if that’s what they need.”

She said the op shop runs on the support of volunteers and without their help, the doors could not stay open to help support local businesses.

The Bay Op Shop is always looking for volunteers who are able to provide their time to help out around the store.

It can provide a reference for those who have volunteered their time. Carolyn hopes for the op shop to grow and be able to sell more items, and therefore be able to help more members of the community from the proceeds. The Bay Op Shop is open seven days a week and welcomes people to drop donations off during business hours.

From the

Mayor’s Desk

I had a fantastic time chatting to some of the younger members of our community this morning about why they love the Fraser Coast’s parks and gardens. Our open spaces are really important in many ways; they allow us to reconnect with nature, they preserve wildlife habitat and as public spaces they provide a physical place for relaxation and recreation - helping to make our community healthier and more active.

We are very proud of Maryborough’s connection to P.L. Travers and her much loved character Mary Poppins. Today we officially opened the historic bank building that Travers was born in: The Story Bank.

This morning we welcomed State Education Minister Grace Grace MP to Hervey Bay State High School, where she announced budget funding for a new $10 million performing arts centre and learning centre. The Great Hall has served our community very well for several decades, and this new facility I am sure will take the school to the next level.

More information on this exciting project for our community is here: http://statements.qld.gov.au/Statement/2019/6/21/newperforming-arts-centre-on-the-way-for-hervey-bay-state-high

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Akos - Street Art

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Connecting art with communities

he Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy through owners Akos Juhasz and Susie Lewis are committed to creating and implementing mentoring programs aimed at helping artists learn all the skills required for them to achieve a sustainable income through their art. One of their most successful programs is run by Akos and is all about designing and creating Street Art. At the moment fine art murals has become a boom market for artists. This however is not a skill that artists can take on without some training, especially in gaining the skills to upscale work to the level to fit a wall.

Luckily for the Fraser Coast we have in residence Akos who is an expert in painting murals. Akos’s murals can be seen both in Hervey Bay and Maryborough and their extraordinary detail and vibrance are nothing short of breathtaking. ‘The Aviator’ is a most impressive mural that can be found on the outside wall of Dimmeys Department Store in Adelaide St Maryborough while ‘A Tribute to the Masters’ another remarkable mural can be found on the wall of the Fraser Coast Creative Space building on the corner of Main St and Old Maryborough Rd Pialba. Both of these murals attest to Akos’s amazing artistic skill and are community assets to be viewed and enjoyed. As Culture, Arts and Environment Portfolio Councillor Mr David Lewis said on the opening of the new Creative Space; ‘Akos was an arts professor in Hungary before moving to Melbourne for four years, then moving on to Hervey Bay. We are so lucky to have his skills as part of our community.’

It is those skills of Akos’s, honed over 25 years of study and experience that are now not only beautifying our streets with wonderful art, but are also being used to help train and develop local Fraser Coast artists, particularly in the area of Street Art. Murals are a process which involves learning how to use photoshop to work your design digitally so that it can be mapped out accurately to suit and cover a wall to ensure that what is delivered is what the customer is looking for. ‘Scaling it to nailing it’ is a very specific skill and the program gives participants a practical experience by using mobile walls for each student to create their work. Students will design their work digitally and then transfer it to the wall. The walls will reused over and over again with each new class.

Murals are regarded as something ephemeral- temporary, with new works driving out the old. Street art it is about making an impact, telling a story about now - a momentary thing. The techniques being learnt in this workshop are integral to all art with many of the students involved being young. Advertising for the various Art Programs is mainly done through Facebook and local high schools, with teaches often notifying their students and encouraging them to take part. Getting young people involved is an important part of the gallery’s programs and street art is one that particularly attracts the younger artists.

With the demand for murals increasing, this course is not only helping to link community and art, it is also a great way to help set our young aspiring artist on a pathway to a successful career in art.

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Susie Lewis

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The gallery is constantly developing programs for young people. No other regions have any of this going on and its success can be attributed mainly to efforts made by Susie Lewis and gallery co-owner Akos.

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usie Lewis, part-owner of the Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy, grew up as the arty kid within a serious military family.

Art had always been in her blood, but with no opportunity or support - art not being seen at the time she left school as a viable career choice - Susie had no option but to follow her family’s tradition and join the navy. It was only in her mid-30’s, after leaving the navy and spending a few years working in uninspiring jobs, that Susie sat down and seriously began to reassess her life. Having always loved being creative, Susie decided it was time that she let her heart lead her head and went back to school to study art. Her commitment to art, both the creation and the business side, had now become her main focus. With her usual energy, drive and determination, Susie began turning the world of the Fraser Coast’s art community from one with minimum opportunities to one that could conquer the world.

Initially having decided art was her new career, Susie began painting fervently. It was the opportunity to do a show at the Regional Art Gallery that opened her eyes to the plight of many artists and set her on her current path. With no experience exhibiting her art on a larger scale, Susie volunteered at the gallery to try and work out how to put her show together. While teaching herself these skills she saw that many other artists were struggling and lacking the same skills that she was. The result was that often the exhibitions being done were flawed and not polished and therefore did not show the artist or their art off to their greatest ability. This gave her the inspiration to get something together to teach these industry skills necessary for artists to succeed, and from this ‘The Collective’ was

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born. Fraser Coast artists were now no longer on their own, struggling to find success. They were now part of a group that supported and encouraged each other. A group that welcomed all ages and experience levels and gave its members the confidence to succeed.

The idea of the gallery started to form in October 2018, though it took until April 2019 before it was operational. The gallery has had a slow start however, with most visitors being artists themselves.

“There is a lack of real appreciation for culture in the region because there has not been art enrichment programs,” Susie said.

Susan Standley, one of the gallery’s artists, said most art sold in the region was to tourists.

Another member of the collective Georgie Dee added, “Not many locals buy art.”

To help contra this problem and grow the exposure and sales of their artists, Susie and the team have now launched the gallery globally by becoming part of Artsy, an internationally renowned and recognised online art gallery. To be approved to join Artsy is quite a process and Susie is proud to say that the Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy is the first Australian regional gallery to be accepted.

“This puts Fraser Coast artists in touch with art collectors globally. Artsy has been watching our gallery since December 2018 and we were officially accepted on May 10, 2019,” Susie said with a smile.

Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy has internet shopping facilities, and their new

connection with Artsy should see art sales receiving a welcome boost.

Selling locally however is something that Susie and her business partner Akos still feel strongly about.

“This is something that the gallery is looking at changing, firstly by creating bridges that bring art back into the local community through greater visualisation and also by implementing processes such as lay-by to make art affordable to all,” Susie explained.

“The big difference between the art offered in a gallery and an off-the-shelf print is that when you purchase an original, one-of-a-kind art piece it is something unique, something you would pass down through your family.

“It tells a story and appeals directly to the heart.”

Susie recently attended a Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) conference. Fifteen delegates from our region, which extends from the Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton, also attended. Attendees were invited to talk about what was happening in their region, and one of the most interesting things raised as a common problem was that galleries were not engaging with young artists.

The Fraser Coast Art Gallery was the only gallery that did not have this problem, and much of this is due to the open opportunities given to everyone to have a go. The support and mentoring given by the gallery is key to getting young people involved.

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Susie Lewis “People don’t want to take on young people because they don’t have the money or time to train,” said Georgie, one of the gallery’s youngest artists.

Support from the gallery and fellow artists is essential to give people opportunity and experience.

The gallery runs through volunteers and while the gallery is the facility it is the willingness of its volunteers to take up the opportunities offered that gives it its success. Young inexperienced artists can learn everything needed to show their art professionally.

Gaining local recognition is essential to our artists’ success. With the collaborative nature of the Arts Collective, Eleven and the Gallery, and being able to participate with QAGOMA which is the state governing body, ‘they are the head honchos basically’ says Susie with a laugh, she went to the conference to discuss how various issues could be addressed. Some exciting ideas and solutions were discussed. One of these was a residency program that will link the Fraser Coast to Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Gympie and the Sunshine Coast with QAGOMA overseeing the entire program. In this program, one of our local artists will move into another region for a year and participate in a paid residency which puts their work front and centre. There are also plans to have artists of an international level to do a residency which involves giving a public speech at Hervey Bay Regional Gallery and a two-day workshop at Urangan High School, all the while working closely with the gallery and its artists. The gallery will also need to put on an exhibition which puts our local artists into the international spotlight.

and mentoring, creating community development opportunities that attracted Artsy to the gallery.

“It was not simply enough to have a building and art on the wall,” Susie said.

Akos and Susie met 18 months ago and they bonded over their similar perceptions on what art should be - that it told a story, had a voice and a reason for existing. They both agreed on what is good art, challenging art and their philosophies of life. Neither of them are driven by money, they are motivated by helping artists become the voice of the community.

“Artists speak about things that other people don’t dare. To be able to put it on a wall and challenge gives art this incredible role to play,” Susie said.

Art has a voice and it is both Susie’s and Akos’s mission to make sure that that voice is heard. It is their goal to help create pathways via education and improving skills. Akos is excellent at teaching art skills while Susie excels in teaching industry skills. Their efforts are giving Fraser Coast artists incredible opportunities by not only increasing their local profiles and success but also their international ones.

The gallery is constantly developing programs for young people. No other regions have any of this going on and its success can be attributed mainly to efforts made by Susie Lewis and gallery co-owner Akos.

“I am a blister in people’s shoe,” Susie said with a laugh.

“Bureaucracy and art have often arm wrestled. One of the big things that is widely acknowledged is that there is not enough education to communities as to why it is important to raise your cultural community.”

Thriving art communities are often swamped by red tape. Susie is a very loud advocate and now we have a community voice to the bureaucracy through a new consultative group that reports directly to the Regional Gallery about programs, exhibitions and opportunities that make the art community thrive. With new galleries now opening and exciting programs being instigated, the Fraser Coast art community scene is growing. It was this model, with the artist collaboration, training GEOEGIE DEE - KING

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The gallery is constantly developing programs for young people.

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e are “A Cappella Bay Singers”, a blended chorus which include new members and singers from the Seabelles and Soundwaves which now form Hervey Bays’ own A Cappella Chorus. The ladies enjoyment of singing and togetherness has made this group very special where encouragement and support is a priority.

Singing at Wrest Point Casino, Hobart, the Region 34 National Convention was a fantastic experience enjoyed by all. Returning from National Competition with individual success going up a grade from previous competitions Hervey Bay choruses had attended.

We were judged on Showmanship, Expression, Music and Sound.

The director whose work, to get us to this point of competition was acknowledged as giving a gracious and lovely performance. Our costume principal was acknowledged for her choice of material and colour selection, giving an excellent stage presentation.

We have since attended a debrief dinner at the RSL where fellow patrons asked us to perform for them which was enjoyed by all.

Since returning we have had a fundraiser and would like to thank the community for their support at our garage sale.

Also a big thank you to the RSL where we practice on Monday nights, the Anglican Church for the use of the hall where we hold our functions and workshops. Not forgetting Bunnings where a sausage with onion on the bottom is delicious and of course our family and friends who put up with our busy schedule and without their support we wouldn’t be here.

A Cappella Bay Singers practice Monday night 7pm 2nd f loor RSL, follow the singing.

Upcoming events: Masters Lodge singout 2.30pm 29th June.

Coalfest in Howard singing at 12.30-1.00pm 20th July.

Soup-a Trivia night combined Christmas in July at the Anglican church hall Doolong Rd, 27th July doors open 6.00pm for trivia start 6.30pm.

Eisteddfod in Maryborough in August.

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4x4 FRASER P U N A CLE

As hundreds of thousands of tourists make their way to K’gari each year, keeping the island beautiful is an ongoing challenge.

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ach year in May, volunteers from four-wheel-drive clubs around Queensland converge to Fraser Island to spend a weekend weeding, cleaning and reducing the human footprint on the island.

This year’s Clean Up saw 754 volunteers in 326 vehicles from 24 clubs remove more than 7000kg of rubbish from the World Heritage-listed island.

Volunteers sifted through 123km of sand from the Inskip barge landing site to Ngkala rocks as well as major tourist destinations Lake McKenzie, Central Station, Champagne Pools, Lake Birrabeen and Lake Boomanjin.

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Fraser Coast 4WD Club member Susan Dodd said the local club was there in force with 40 adults and 15 children in 21 vehicles.

“We picked up a lot of plastic, glass, toothbrushes, thongs and glass bottles,” Susan said.

“Each club has set areas to pick the rubbish from, which is then taken to bins at a set point on the island for weighing in and sorting to general rubbish and recyclable.”

In May 2020, the event will celebrate its 20th anniversary and Susan said the club would welcome more volunteers to help at the annual event.

“It’s a great weekend – not only do we come away knowing we’re making a difference, but it’s a wonderful social occasion for the club.”

4WD clubs help keep K’gari beautiful

“We all camped on the island at Cathedral beach camping area. Other clubs were spread around the island and we had time to explore the island for a few days prior to us cleaning the island up.

The Fraser Island Clean Up is organised by Four Wheel Drive Queensland and run in partnership with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.

Find out more at www.4wdqld.com.au.

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August 1-4, 2019

Top 6 Earning Teams as at 20th June 2019

10 Katastrophy Wives

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Raised - $ 17410

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Michael Beck Barry Stanberg Paul Redpath Tony Williams

Brett Howard Priscilla Howard

Rebecca McLeod Simone Goodall Darryl Goodall

Raised - $ 5250

Raised - $ 4723

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16 Marley’s Angels

Raised - $ 5140

Raised - $ 5180

Tracey Maynard John Maynard

Trina Ehrlich Jody Peacock Cassy Ironside Elisa Ferrier

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Farewell the teams on their 4 day Coast to Country adventure. After fundraising for their place on the Rally, teams now get to enjoy all the fun that IS the Dunga Derby.

Details on their website: https://www.rallyforacause.org.au/dunga-derby/2019-events-calendar

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teams info 1 Mud, Swear & Beers

2 Tu - Blu

Surveyors NOT @ Work

Surveyors NOT at Work

Jordan Sempf Samson Steinhardt Sean Kernakie James Irwin

Lincoln Hahn Robert Garland Travis Buchanan Paul Rice

We’re back for the 5th year! Can’t keep us away from such a great cause and an awesome trip. The good ol AU Falcon needed a heart transplant after last years Dunga but she’s back and running on petrol this time! (not water)

Raised $ 1155

4 Bob’s Mob

Shayne Raisbeck Nathan Birch David Gela

Raised - $ 0 Each year we enter the Dunga, and we send a new team every year looking forward to a great trip and good time with all the other Dungas.

7 Ladies of 4655 Narelle Wicks Janelle Horne Sue Edward Mandy Johns

Raised - $ 0 Last Year 2018 - we were Mrs Bob’s Mob a Team of 3. This year we are a team of 4 called Ladies of 4655. We had such a fantastic time last year that we all wanted to be part of 2019’s event.

15 The Schemin’ Loafin’ Rogues Brian Semler Darryl Love John Shipman

Raised - $ 1351

Schemin’ Loafin’ Rogues was bestowed on us three by our Headmaster so many years ago. John, Daryl and Brian were on the 2015.2016 & 2017 Derby and together again this year. We are all impressed with Rally for a Cause regarding the assistance given to these unfortunate lovely people and consider it a privilege to raise funds for them, as well as the adventure, camaraderie and great fun on the Derby.

21 The BEEFeaters Annie McGill Russell McGill

Raised - $ 750 Couple of old graziers supporting that “every family needs a farmer”.

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Raised - $ 875

In the theme of a Ford GT40, Tu-Blu hopes to emulate this wonderful American-British high performance racing car which won the Le Mans 24 Hour four consecutive times from 1966 to 1969. In reality our clapped out 1985 Ford Falcon XF, although one of the most head turning Dungas in the field, will be happy to get to 100km/hr but we can dream.

6 Cooper’s Journey ‘Avengers’

Michael Christensen Andrew Coppens Paul Keys

Raised - $ 2700

In memory of Cooper Eli Christensen, Forever 6, who lost his life in 2015 to DIPG an aggressive childhood brain cancer. As an original entrant in the inaugural 2015 event 06 will participate in its 4th Dunga Derby.

Past and present team members are very proud to be involved and we look forward to having heaps of fun along the journey whilst raising funds to support those in need within our community.

14 Bunch of Wallys Reagen Collier Lindsey Chambers Chris Relph

Raised - $ 1800 Basically a bunch of wallys who have got together. This is our first year in the Dunga Derby and we look forward to many more to come. Our goal this year is to seek out sponsors from far and wide - hopefully!

18 The Hit Men

Kristian McKenna Paul McGrath Jono Selby David Cronin

Raised - $ 0

There’s a mechanic, a plasterer, a dozer driver and a radio announcer all bunking down in Car 18. As long as they don’t buy plastic roof racks again, they should be ok. (They’re sick of losing stuff on the Bruce Highway at 100km per hour...)

23 DNF Racing Dylan Streward Kaden bryant Ernie Toy

Raised - $ 0

DNF Racing (incorporated) has a long and proud history of success at the highest level across many premier categories in international motorsport. It is through the generous support of our valued partners Fraser Coast Motorsport that we get the opportunity to test ourselves against the best and hope to provide inspiration to the young kids of the Fraser Coast that if they strive to be the best and dare to dream they too can join their heroes in the future namely Dylan, Ernie and Kaden.

ormation 25 Ladies with Latitude Jane Giuliano Kylie Waldock Linda Kadel

Raised - $ 3370 Ladies with Latitude first entered the Dunga Derby in 2017. All three girls work for Latitude25, a new business here on the Fraser Coast who have continued this year being a Rally Sponsor. Highlights from last years rally? Water crossings, Dunga’s got Talent... and working as a team

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Adam Vieglais Peter Grumley Mark Cassidy

Raised - $ 0

Raised - $ 2600

Jess Lane

Raised - $ 0 amazingtogether We are a local non-for-profit disability service provider that supports AMAZING people to live AMAZING lives and Dunga Derby is one of our favourite ways we get to do that!

We are a group of people who happen to have a disability giving back to the local community, and looking forward to helping out other awesome members of our community!

42 3 Dug’s Ian Scott James Gill Richard Boase

Raised - $ 1550

Together we are Focused on helping to provide a brighter future for everyone in our community and through Dunga Derby we are delighted to be able to help those in difficult times. Business collaborating to make team Focus are: FABsolutions - focused on helping you with your Finance and Accounting needs Bayside Physiotherapy - focused on keeping your body working smoothly.

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38 The Wayward Bros Simon Owen John Hill Shane Armstrong

Raised - $ 0

John Hill, Shane Armstrong and Simon Owen for the second year in a row attempt to coerce a reluctant LandRover though the all the challenges Dunga can throw at it. This won’t end well.

43 Bundy Bullet Bogans Luke Hobson Jeff persson Steve Parker Thomas Hayes

Raised - $ 0

This year will be the Bogans’ inaugural year attending the Derby, and we cannot wait. As a community focused business, we figured what better way to showcase that then to raise money in the “Rally for a Cause”. Bring on the Fraser Coast fun!

We are 3 overweight blokes who enjoy a beer.

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36 Team Focus

Robert Cooke Kaylene Cooke Bradley Cooke

37 Imagine Amazing Together

Darren Senter Heather Coulter Zach Senter

After years of holidaying in the Bay, living in Sydney no longer cut the mustard. We relocated our family to paradise in 2018 and took a punt on opening a franchised office of the company we have worked for for over 7 years. This is the first Dunga Derby for Stratton Finance Wide Bay. We purchased a 1996 VS Commodore for $700 and set out to turn this stocka into the toughest commy around. We’re proud to be having a crack at raising money directly supporting locals.

32 Dunny Mo-Beale

Back for a 4th year, they said our car wouldn’t make but we here we are again going strong and slow :-)

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Jason Klein Ross Nugent Michael Keen Jeremy van der Heide

Raised - $ 2501

THE DIGGER CAR, Is in memory of the WW1 DIGGERS. This year in the car we have Jason, Ross, Mick and Jeremy. This is The DIGGERS 3rd year in the Dunga Derby. Jason and Ross have been mates since grade 2, they started up Team Childers who now run The Apple Tree Creek Markets and Mick volunteers his time to help them to raise money for The Dunga Derby and the Childers Community.

50 Hervey Bay Car Sales Tracey Maynard John Maynard

Raised - $ 5140 Guess who’s back...back again..After a year off to re-locate our business, the team formerly know as “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” are back. Famous for our over-the-top checkpoints, crazy costumes and awesome sound system (with great choice in music), the team are back and ready for another awesome Dunga Derby in our multi-coloured falcon. What are we planning this year???

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Dying with Dignity Story by Marianne Kresse

My Life, My Voice, My Choice

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n the 10th May 2019 I attended an information session run

by Mr Phil Browne Fraser Coast Co-ordinator for Dying with Dignity Queensland Inc (DWDQ ) to listen and learn more about a conversation that has been debated intensively around Australia for more than 40 years – Voluntary Assisted Dying – (VAD).

chronic or neurodegenerative condition, to legally access medical assistance to end their life should the person choose to do so, through either a doctor prescribing a medication that the patient self administers, or if incapable that a doctor may administer on the patient’s behalf.’

Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD), is a subject that hits the heart.

It is one that stirs emotions, both for and against, because it involves a finality of life, an ending that once it has been committed cannot be reversed. We as a society value life above all. Our laws are in place to respect and protect that life. Creating a law to allow voluntary assisted dying is in fact the antithesis of these laws that have always protected us. This is why VAD is a subject deserving of heavy debate and one that requires due thought and process, because here we are talking about creating a law that will allow a person to choose death. The key to this however is that the person choosing death is already terminally ill and is simply requesting that they be able to die with the dignity they deserve.

Dying With Dignity Qld’s ‘Position Statement’ clearly itemises their key requirements needed to ensure protection thus extremely vulnerable group of people.

Voluntary Assisted Dying has already been put into law in Victoria with the senate passing it in 2017. It has however taken 2 years for the intricacies of the law to be finalised with its inception 19th June 2019. WA are also submitting a Bill this year to legalise VAD. Deciding the conditions and precautions has required much debate with key issues needing resolution including concerns about sufficient safeguards to protect the vulnerable and the fear that if accepted, laws and conditions will loosen over time with government and society changes leading to the law becoming more permissive as we as a community begin to accept VAD as being the norm. There is also much debate that improving palliative care through extra budget expenditure for research, more carers and improved facilities would be a more achievable and tolerable solution. The argument that doctors should save not harm is also widely used with ‘Assisted dying’ often being referred to as ‘Assisted suicide’ thereby closely linking it with the morality and religious belief that suicide is wrong.

It must be remembered that VAD is about saving terminally ill people months of unnecessary pain and suffering, but as these people are particularly vulnerable, there needs to be a set of mandatory eligibility criteria and safeguards applied to ensure their protection. With this in mind DWDQ has been working to have laws introduced in Queensland that allow; ‘an adult who is experiencing grievous and irremediable suffering related to an advanced and progressive terminal,

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People with normal cognitive capacity: 1. Must make two requests to their doctor for assistance to die.

These requests may be either oral or written. At least one of the requests should be with only the person and their doctor present.

2. Must be aged at least 18 years. Younger people may be eligible under exceptional circumstances.

3. Is living in Queensland and has done so for a period of no less than 3 months.

4. Must have been assessed by two doctors who agree that the person is experiencing grievous and irremediable suffering related to an advanced and progressive terminal or chronic or neurodegenerative condition that cannot be alleviated in a manner acceptable to the person.

5. Must have been informed of all other treatment options reasonably available.

6. Must re-confirm their request for assistance to die once all above conditions have been met.

7. Can withdraw their request at any time.

8. If there is any question as to the person’s mental competency, their ability to make an informed decision must be confirmed by two doctors.

People with impaired cognitive capacity: 1. Those who have impaired mental capacity should not automatically be ineligible for VAD. They may be eligible for VAD if they have an Advanced Health Directive in place which states that medical assistance to die may be administered if they are no longer able to make decisions for themselves because of illness or incapacity.

2. The person’s medical enduring power of attorney/s would discuss this request with the person’s doctor.

Participation by doctors, nurses and other medical personnel and institutions would be voluntary. If unwilling to be involved, transfer to medical staff and facilities that are prepared to participate, must be arranged by the non-participating organisation.

Disclaimer: These conditions outline DWDQ’s current position.

They may alter in the future.

The Queensland Parliamentary Health Inquiry to determine whether VAD should be legalised in Queensland, opened to the public in February this year the opportunity for them to submit their opinions and were surprised by the more than 5000 submissions received.

These submissions are open to the public to read and tell many painful stories both from the relatives of the terminally ill and nurses and carers in palliative care. The story they tell is horrific with much of the outcomes being little different to the enquiries made in WA and Victoria before they legalised, with ‘palliative care experts confirming that palliative care cannot successfully relieve all symptoms in all people.’ One terrible statistic that was confirmed by the ‘State Coroners (Vic and WA) was that people with terminal or incurable progressive illness accounted for approximately 13.9% of all WA suicides which equates to 1 suicide a week.

Thanks to the work done by Phil Browne through information sessions and other communications, the Fraser Coast had a large number of people send in their submissions strongly supporting VAD. Due to this large response the six Health committee MPs will be holding a Public Hearing at: PUBLIC NOTICE:

Public Hearing at Hervey Bay RSL on Monday 15th July 2019 ‘Fraser Coast people know that death should be about love and compassion, just as life is. Many have seen their loved ones suffer intolerably in their final days, and they know they deserved better’ Phil says.

It is important to stress that this reform will not increase the number of deaths – but it will help reduce a great deal of suffering.

Interestingly, a recent ABC Compass Survey of 450,479 respondents done in the period 10th April and 5th May 2019 found the majority of people who participated were overwhelmingly in support of VAD no matter their gender, religious or political preference with stats being in the mid to high seventies to ninety percentiles across the board. A few detailed stats from the survey are as follows: Respondents were asked to respond to the statement “Terminally ill patients should be allowed to end their own lives with medical assistance”

Year 2013 2016 2019

Agree 75% 77% 87%

Neutral 9% 9% 6%

Disagree 16% 13% 7%

Gender Female Male

87% 86%

5% 6%

7% 8%

Political party Greens Labour Liberal One Nation

94% 90% 79% 84%

3% 5% 8% 7%

2% 4% 13% 10%

Religion Catholic Protestant Other Religion No Religion

77% 76% 71% 95%

10% 9% 10% 3%

13% 16% 19% 2%

Phil Browne will be holding another information session before the 15th July Hearing at: Hervey Bay Library

161 Old Maryborough Rd Pialba Friday 12th July 2019 2-3pm This is a free event, though bookings are required by either phoning the library on 41974220, or booking online https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/dying-with-dignity-hervey-bay-library-tickets-63459644505#tickets See https://www.parliament.qld.gov.au/work-of-committees/committees/HCDSDFVPC/inquiries/current-inquiries/AgedCareEOLPC

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If you have never visited Bamboo Land just off the Bruce Highway in Torbanlea then you are def initely missing out on a treat! Established over 25 years ago by the current owner Janne’s father, Bamboo Land has grown into a beautiful and unique nursery and gardens that are a delight to walk around and enjoy.

Not only can you buy great plants, the nursery stocks over 200 different types of bamboo, ginger and sub-tropical plants, they also have a wonderful selection of garden decorative features including statues and outdoor furniture. The items for sale are very arty and quite collectable with their unique style and obvious quality. Bamboo Land sells and ships its plants Australia wide with customers able to also purchase online.

Bamboo Land, however, is not merely a nursery. The beautifully landscaped gardens are breathtaking making them the perfect setting for weddings and parties. The nursery is a very popular venue and averages up to 40 weddings a year. The lovely stone hand built bridge arches gracefully over a lily-filled pond is the perfect setting for a bride and groom to take their vows, while the surrounding enclosed garden gives both privacy and beauty making it the perfect place to set up a marquee for the reception. In summer the tall bamboos create an arch that is not only cool but also great for weddings. Although Bamboo Land at present does not have the facilities to cater for these events, the owners have big plans in the future to open a new café/ restaurant that will be able to do full catering for up to 200 people

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for events and possibly 100 or more for organised busloads of tourists.

Currently, in construction, the building that will house the new restaurant and shop is a huge structure that even in its raw skeleton stage shows the creative and classy nature of its owner/ designers. The curved roof leading to the balcony overlooking a very picturesque scene of the Burrum River and gardens is a shape very reminiscent of the hull of a boat. The extraordinary building is being funded solely by profits made from the selling of plants.

The 2-year project once completed will add another amazing asset to the local community and increase

Bamboo Lands value as a mustsee destination. Janne believes doing the project slowly allows time to adjust and improve their ideas as they go, it gives you the freedom to think organically and change things as you go. ‘We don’t believe in taking shortcuts and we want this to be perfect.’ He said passionately. Even though the huge metal framework currently has an industrial feel, the interior will incorporate timber beams, floors and finishes as well as plenty of plants that will give the restaurant a relaxed organic feel. The clear and high roof will give the restaurant a light and airy feel that will be welcoming as well as aesthetic.

There will be areas for kids to play

and dogs will be welcome with plans being formulated for an outdoor eating area.

Bamboo Land already employs around 15 people and is the second largest employers in the Torbanlea/Howard area. It is expected that the opening of the new shop and restaurant will double the number of people employed. The only set back to the plan is the requirement by the council that Bamboo Land tar approximately 400 metres of public road before they will allow the restaurant to be opened. The added cost of this will undoubtedly add delay to the projects deadline.

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S ust ainab le Li v ing Choic e s o n t h e F r a ser C oa st

Start Your Own Edible Paradise Today STORY AND IMAGE BY EWA BEKIESCH, CERTIFIED PERMACULTURE DESIGNER AND EDUCATOR. EWA HAS ALSO THE FOOD AS MEDICINE CERTIFICATE FROM THE MONASH UNIVERSITY.

Five important reasons why we should grow our own food?

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Growing your own food can improve your physical and mental health and it is great for the environment.The naturally grown food from your home garden without chemical pesticides, chemical fertilizers and herbicides makes it the most valuable food you can get onto your plate. Type of soil and its nutrient content affect the phytochemicals of a plant. The healthy organic soil is rich in important microorganisms and complicated molecules which are responsible for the delicious taste and may also provide desirable health benefits beyond basic nutrition to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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Gardening helps you stay active and it is a great way to absorb Vitamine D which is very important for your bones and teeth. Regular growing food exercise in your garden reduces mental health problems like depression and anxiety, but it can also reduce stress and combat high blood pressure.

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Gardening makes you happy! According to the Science World at Telus World of Science and research shows that getting your hands dirty can improve your mental wellbeing. Scientists have

discovered that the mycobacterium found in soil can improve brain functions while boosting moods. The mycobacterium vaccae found in the soil increases serotonin produced in the brain (also known as the “happy” chemical). By getting your hands dirty, you’re also making your brain happy!”

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Gardening saves also our environment in many ways. It helps prevent soil erosion, protects water quality of ground water, saves energy reducing long distance food transport and packaging production, reduces pollution and filters out carbon dioxide while supplying fresh oxygen.

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Variety, beauty and biodiversity! You can create a food forest - even on a smallest space - and grow your own favorites and many different varieties which are commonly not available. The biodiversity in your garden creates an attractive and interesting habitat for the bees, birds and all other creatures. A happy place to be for all including yourself!

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o what are you waiting for? In our beautiful subtropical climate, any time of the year is the best time to start growing food, right at home, either in your kitchen garden or backyard.

We have planted our very first edible plant in 2014. Now, we are growing over one hundred different edibles in our food forest!

We do courses, internships and workshops where you can learn about growing food naturally, set up a food forest and more. We also sell some of our edible plants to get you started! Please contact us via email at permaculturehaven@gmail.com or check our website at www.permaculturehaven.com

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OutFestivals, & About food and fun

Winter is here. And on the Fraser Coast a chill in the air means a sweet assortment of annual events are just around the corner. From the colour and charm of the Mary Poppins Festival through to the diverse flavours and sounds of the Childers Festival, our region will be buzzing with activity over the next month.

Mary Poppins Festival I M A G E SU P P L I E D BY F R A S E R C OA S T T O U R I S M A N D E V E N T S

Where: Maryborough When: Various events from Friday June 28 to Saturday July 6 This year’s Mary Poppins Festival presents a nine-day program of storytelling for all ages through a wide range of art forms. The 2019 program will follow on from the success of previous years as ‘The Art of Storytelling’ continues as the theme of the celebration.

The 2019 theme is especially fitting as the Heritage City celebrates the opening of Story Bank on June 17. The former Australian Joint Stock Bank has undergone a $1.5m restoration and is now an interactive and inspirational home for stories and storytelling.

Another fresh aspect of the Mary Poppins Festival is the Steamfesta event on Saturday June 29 in Queens Park (see page 34). The Poppins Street Party follows on from Steamfesta, bringing Maryborough’s vibrancy and community spirit to the streets.

The fun, family inclusive event will include food stalls, mini markets, street entertainment and local band Fading Echo. If you have a penchant for dressups, choose between a Poppins or Steampunk theme - you may win a prize!

On Saturday 6 July, the much-loved Mary Poppins in the Park event will return to Queens Park. The festival will include a colourful variety of family-focused activities including some very special regional touring programs from Out of the Box Children’s Festival.

Burrum Coal Discovery Festival Where: Bellert Park, Howard When: Saturday July 20 from 8.30am to 5pm Burrum Coal Discovery Festival (Coalfest) is a celebration of the rich history and heritage of the Fraser Coast Hinterland. Throughout the day, the country town will be transformed back to its establishment in the late 1800s to celebrate the discovery of coal on the southern banks of the Burrum River.

The 2019 event will feature Australia’s top chainsaw carver Matt Bird turning stumps into amazing masterpieces and Indigenous country music singer/ songwriter Ali S. Ali S hails from the remote outback Queensland town of Boulia and over the past 18 months has achieved some amazing accolades in the Australian country music industry. The festival will be a full day of entertainment featuring Ali S, Mansong, school choirs and other bands, a large street parade commencing at 9:30am, camel rides, market stalls, face painting, merry-go-round, amazing demonstrations from the 5th Light Horse Regiment, dog obedience, basket weaving, firehouse potters, bee keeping, old machinery demonstrations, displays on whip making and leather belt making, ladies’ crafts and more. An impressive variety of vintage and hot rod cars and bikes will be on display including a Show’n’Shine. Food and drink available all day with seating available in the food court area.

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FraserPop Pop Culture Festival Where: Maryborough

When: Saturday July 20 from 10am to 4.30pm and Sunday July 21 from 10am to 3.30pm It’s time to suit up and experience a world of pop culture at FraserPop on July 20 and 21. Now in its third year, FraserPop is a celebration of popular culture, games and gaming, cosplay and much more.

This year’s special guests include Nathan Jones, star of WWE and Mad Max: Fury Road, and Stephen Hunter, Bombur from The Hobbit Trilogy and accomplished actor. Other highlights lined up for the event include the Sons of Obiwan Light Saber Academy, Quidditch, Jousting, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, transport carpark, plus cosplay, virtual reality, laser tag, workshops and panels, authors, artists, food court and much more.

The two-time winner of the Fraser Coast Event of the Year is organised, coordinated and run by Maryborough State High School’s Year 12 Diploma of Business students. In its inaugural year, FraserPop opened with 7500 people over two days and in 2018 had over 10,000 patrons. This year, with all the exciting and new activities and vendors, the students hope to further increase their attendance rates.

For more information head to www.facebook.com/FraserPopMaryborough/

Childers Festival

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Where: Childers When: Saturday July 27 from 2pm and Sunday July 28 from 9am to 3.30pm On Sunday July 28, the historic town of Childers will come alive as more than 400 food and market stalls hit the streets.

Cuisine from all over the world will be complemented by a diverse range of markets, plus music and entertainment on a number of stages. This year’s celebration will once again see a worldly range of performers take to the stage, including energetic indie folk, Colombian, Nepalese, Indian, blues, country, reggae, local legend Jon Vea Vea and many more. Roving entertainers will add to the program and ensure the children are entertained.

In 2018 more than 40,000 people immersed themselves in the cultural cuisine, diverse sounds and festival atmosphere and organisers anticipate this year’s event will be just as lively.

Check out the full lineup at www.childersfestival.com.au

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Get on board with social gaming ADVERTORIAL

S T O RY A N D P H O T O S BY S T E P H E N B E N DA L L

There may be no electronic gaming here but there is certainly electricity in the air!

It’s a normal quiet Hervey Bay Saturday morning, warm and relaxed with the only disturbance punctuating the tranquility is the sound checks coming from the Jimmy Barnes concert happening later that evening. A short distance away in an inconspicuous industrial lot, a group of social gamers are creating their own noise as they battle each other in board games of cards, models, figures involving magic and mind play involving strategy and cunning.

Welcome to Good Games Fraser Coast!

Franchise owner David McGucken welcomed me into their games space to chat about this epicenter of the Fraser Coast social gaming community that has been open since mid-2015.

David was drawn to the Good Games franchise because of the high moral and ethical standards that their mission statement promotes.

He wanted to do more in his life than just being a ‘schoolie’. David before investing in his love of social gaming was the Headmaster of Howard State School.

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David and his staff organize daily events ranging from card game tournaments, war gaming, model making, to terrain building and game tutorials. Tournaments carry an entry fee of between $10 - $50 with a comprehensive prize pool for contestants from gift cards, merchandise and prize money.

Good Games has a strict no Gambling policy.

Good Games has grown from strength to strength, gaining a loyal and dedicated following from a diverse cross section of our community. Players range from Primary and High school students to older teens, tradies, office workers and business professionals.

‘At Good Games we are one community, a social gaming family.’

David says, ‘We provide a safe bully free zone in which our players can interact securely as well as creatively.’

A recent tournament of the popular game ‘Magic the Gathering’ drew a full house of enthusiastic competitive gamers.

Good Games Fraser Coast also have their own representative team that compete in card gaming tournaments and help provide a pathway for gamers to enter the world of professional gamers particularly now that ‘Magic the Gathering’- the game, has recently announced their entry into world gaming esports arena.

While males make up 85% of the community, females are a growing demographic and are just as parochially dedicated and competitive as the ‘boys’ and lack nothing in friendly banter, skill and gamesmanship.

David runs a tight ship providing a valued social experience for our community. They have created a space where the gamers find an inclusive community where they can enjoy themselves battling and creating magic that only an imaginative creative board game can deliver. The atmosphere is competitive but friendly and social a place to have some fun away from the game console.

The overriding experience that Good Games wants to deliver and instill is respect, equality, fun social interaction all within a space that is an open environment of inclusivity.

Check out their facebook page Good Games Fraser Coast or website;

https://www.goodgames.com.au/au/stores/qld/fraser-coast.html

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Susan Standley has been painting for the last 25 years and is inspired by life, human relationships, family and society interaction.

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lthough she sometimes paints in oils, her preferred medium is acrylics as their quick-drying ability allows her to create many transparent layerings that add dreaminess and mystery to her paintings. Her paintings tell a story and her style evokes thought and emotion.

Susan’s work ‘Silenced Hidden Love’ is a powerful piece that represents the disconnection in mainstream society for those who are in same-sex relationships. At the time of painting the piece, the debate on legalising same sex marriage was a big issue. She knew a few same-sex couples and interviewed them to find out what battles they faced. The main issue she found was that they could not speak openly about their relationships and the people they loved for fear of severe disconnections. The woman on the left has no mouth to reflect her silence.

Another work ‘Cathedral Fallacies – Silencing the Innocent’ is about child abuse in the church and how the children have not had a voice in the past. The painting is again about disconnection and the damage that has been done to the souls and spirits of the children. The ruins in the background of the painting speak of the ruin of the church’s reputation.

Susan feels strongly and her feeling can be seen through her work.

She is not afraid to say what she thinks through her art, which is what makes her paintings so powerful. Susan’s latest project is a book called ‘The House That Jack Built’ which is based on her family and childhood. Susan has taken various photos from her childhood and painted 12 beautiful paintings reflecting a child’s naivety of remembered moments. Each painting inspires its own short story that has been wonderfully written by her friend Shelly Pipe. The collaboration of painter and writer create a series of stories and images that compel you along a journey that evokes both humour and tears. Susan hopes to take the paintings and book on a travelling exhibition so people can enjoy the works first hand.

Susan has recently been given the honour of having some of her work from the Common Ground exhibition selected on the short list to go to China. Common Ground was an exhibition held in February and inspired by the relationship between the Fraser Coast and our Chinese sister city Leshan. The exhibition had the intention of communicating that art, no matter where it is viewed in the world, can reach the audience through the common grounds that it creates.

By exploring subjects such as animals and music through art and how humans interact with these, barriers are lowered and true connections are made. The exhibition included 26 local artists. Originally, only 10 works were to be short-listed but the quality of work from our Fraser Coast artists was so high that 14 works have been put on the short list of the government exchange project hosted by the Regional Gallery.

The people from Leshan will select which work will be exhibited. Susan is very excited about her work’s selection and admits the competition was fierce with everyone entered being pushed to achieve higher levels.

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Art exhibition

The Fraser Coast Art Gallery and Academy after doing a callout to artists to present their work, have put this exhibition together which includes only smaller paintings with nothing being larger than 40x40 cms. The exhibition is looking to celebrate versatility by including all different kinds of art making and subject matter.

The show opens the 25th May 19.

The Smalls Exhibition will run for 3 weeks and includes work from artists as young as 14 and only starting out, to artists with 25years or more experience with everyone getting equal billing and a great opportunity for the more inexperienced exhibitors to learn from the experienced.

Please add this exciting show to your June calendar.

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Steamfesta Quirky party in the park to inspire minds

Steampunk is capturing the imagination of the Fraser Coast, as Tiff in’s Tea Party grows to become Steamfesta.

Where making, sharing and having fun is the theme for the latest addition to the Mary Poppins Festival week.

credit, Aspy will be sharing his exceptional musical talent with a short set at the Rotunda - a sight not to be missed!

The family-friendly tea party and arts event has already grown in a few short months to add science and engineering to the costumed afternoon in Maryborough’s gorgeous Queen’s Park.

The Maker Space team will be bringing the latest gadgets and gear to the event which unashamedly aims to bring a bit of science and engineering together with street theatre for a picnic in the park.

Inspired by STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math), the event has already captured the attention of the Wide Bay’s ‘Maker Space lab’, and the seasoned engineers of Maryborough’s Model Engineers and Live Steamers Association (MELSA).

The engineers and steam heads of Whistle-Stop and MELSA will be providing rides throughout the afternoon on the replica of the historic Mary Ann steam train, and their fabulous model railway.

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Primarily an arts and costume event, the party is also the culmination of two months of gadget workshops by Artslink, who have been tirelessly working with enthusiasts to

repurpose dozens of defunct water pistols into some pretty cool STEAM projects. These items are all for sale on the day.

More workshops will be run on the day as the team make ready to record the most steampunks gathered in one place. More information about the ‘Pistol Project’ (workshops) can be found at Timeless Mary’s Facebook page.

Steamfesta will be held from 1-4pm on Saturday June 29 and is supported by Fraser Coast Council as part of the Mary Poppins Festival, Artslink, Maryborough Progress Association and the Chamber of Commerce.

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Fraser Coasts Wildlife Conservation Program

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he Fraser Coast RV Park in Riverheads has become the first property in the region to join the new ‘Land for Wildlife’ program. The RV park owner, Susan Denton, said she was thrilled to be involved in the program that had been relaunched after an 11-year break. The park has 16 hectares of natural beauty with water courses and billabongs. Kangaroos can be spotted in the wild and there are more than 40 species of birds as well as a wide variety of trees and plants.

“We’re excited to be a Land for Wildlife property and excited about the potential nature-based tourism offers to those who want to reconnect with nature in peaceful and tranquil surroundings,” she said.

The park receives mostly overseas visitors who love to see the local kangaroo known as Chopper and his six wives.

Susan hopes that with the support from council they will be able to retain the splendour of the park so visitors can go on bushwalks and take in the natural beauty of the Fraser Coast.

The Fraser Coast Regional Council is reaching out to landowners to join this voluntary conservation program.

The program aims to improve the management of wildlife habitats on private and public land. Before the program folded 11 years ago there were 120 participants but only 65 still live at their properties that were a part of the program. Council wants to inform property owners who are still listed with the Land for Wildlife program that they once again have council support. Skott Statt, a former Vocational Educational Training teacher and Natural Resources Manager, is the Land for Wildlife support officer. Skott will visit and assess properties’ sustainability for inclusion in the program in his new role. He will also assist landowners in the development of personalised plans for their property to help integrate nature conservation.

Skott said that to be eligible, properties must have one hectare or more of native vegetation, diverse plant species and vegetation layers. It does not have to be remnant forest as long as it is being conserved for wildlife purposes. Bush blocks,

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farms, schools, golf courses, commercial and governmentowned properties are all eligible to join Land for Wildlife.

Skott said it was one of the few areas of society where people could get a service free of charge to help them conserve their land and protect animal habitats without paying consultation fees.

“I’ll offer support and advice where I can and technical help,” he said.

“Contact me at the council and I’ll come out and look at the land that owners wish to conserve. I’ll take an assessment tool and look at the structure of the land. If it fits the criteria they can sign up.

“We are trying to preserve a range of native flora and flora.

Quite a number of species in our area are becoming threatened due to lack of habitat.”

Program members learn about local native plants, animals and ecosystems on their property, and get advice on managing threats such as weeds and pest animals.

Skott said Susan was the first to be part of the new program, but there are five other properties being considered.

The program is completely voluntary and free of charge.

For more information contact Skott Statt on 0436 805 094 or Skott.Statt@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.

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Harbourside Gallery Meet the artists

LYN MONTGOMERY Oils, Mixed Media

Following a career in Interior Decorating it was a natural transition for Lyn to the world of Art. Her study of drawing, pastel, acrylic and watercolour is ongoing and she always enjoys experimenting and combining the mediums with natural elements.

PAUL BARNES Oils, Watercolours, Pastels & Mixed Media

Paul has been painting for as long as he can remember and it’s said he was born with a pencil in his hand. Started off doing a college course in graphic design in the UK then moved to Australia where he worked for many years before settling down in Hervey bay to paint the whales and nature.

JILLIAN LAMPREY Oils, Mixed Media

Jillian has been painting since she was young and became a full-time artist in 2017. She paints things that inspire her and the emotion she feels can be seen in her abstract portrayals. Her art has a freshness, vibrancy and boldness that is compelling. Her work has layering that gives it a transparency that is emphasised by the clear gloss layer she like to finish her work with.

COLIN HUTCHINSON Mixed Media

Collin has been painting for over 20 years. He currently paints as a hobby but would love to make it a career. He was very excited and proud when invited to join the group. Collin mainly uses Acrylics and loves landscapes and paints scenes of his travels.

HELEN CONNOLLY Oils, Mixed Media

Helen drew a lot as a child to get away from everything. She won her first art prize when she was just 13 and sold her first painting when she was 18. Helen uses oils, pastels and acrylics and loves to play with all sorts of mediums.

CAROLE ROWE Pastels

Carole started off doing landscapes in acrylic before moving to pastel in the last couple of years. She loves painting animals and especially enjoys the hairy and wrinkly over the pretty. She started painting 6 years ago when she retired in Hervey Bay.

PIETER VAN ENGELENHOVEN Mixed Media, Sculpture

Pieter has been sculpting for 15 years. Doesn’t have a plan of what he’s going to make before he starts sculpting, he likes to simply sculpt what he feels in the moment. His clay work especially human torsos are dramatic yet simple. Sculpts as a hobby but hopes that joining the group will get more people to see his work.

KAYE WHITNEY Abstract and Landscape Impressionist

Kaye loves Monet and draws inspirations from his artworks. Kaye has been painting for 15 years but this is the first time she has exhibited her work. Kaye has been working to have her art more affordable by doing fine art reproductions.

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n the 18th of May 2019 I had the pleasure of attending the opening of the Harbour Art Gallery. The Gallery was the inspiration of Lyn Montgomery who has been running the neighbouring shop the Harbour Gift Gallery for the last 4 years. The idea formed when the shop space next to hers suddenly became available. Having painted and displayed her work in her shop for years, the opportunity to include her work and others in a dedicated forum was too exciting to resist. In recognition of the amazing artistic talent that the Fraser Coast has, Lyn began inviting artists to join a collaborative group simply known as SEVEN+.

The group consists of Seven highly talented artists and One incredible sculpture, with their work being all very unique and individual.

On entering the Gallery on the night it was standing room only, with attendees standing in awe as they gazed at the vibrant and incredible work on display. The walls were covered with paintings of both realistic landscapes, flora and fauna, bold and colourful abstract works both large and small, and a wonderful display of fine sculpture that ranged from fine human torsos to the more abstract. The Mayor Mr George Seymour also attended and mingled happily with both the guests and artists.

The night could only be summarised as an unmitigated success, with everyone attending giving the Gallery an enthusiastic and positive review. I predict a very bright future for the Gallery and its artists.

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CONTINU ED FROM IS SU E 4 - A SE RIA L N OV E L BY M A RIA N N E K RE SSE

Dominic looked at Amelia with shock, as he noted the incongruity of her holding a shotgun that seemed far too big for her slight frame.

‘Mercury…..is that you?’

The loud neigh that responded brought a huge smile to the Marquis’s face.

‘Do you know how to use that?’ He whispered.

Amelia shrugged as she waved the barrel end of the gun wildly towards the cave’s entrance.

‘Is there anyone out there with you?’ He asked more confidently his grin getting broader with each passing moment.

‘You point the long end with the holes at what to want to hit and pull this switch thingy here….’ She muttered back.

Amelia stared at him totally entranced as his grin fully lit up his eyes mischievously for the first time since meeting him. Shaking her head she asked dazedly,

‘Trigger…’

‘Do you know who is out there?’

‘Sorry what?’ She asked somewhat distracted.

Nodding he said happily, ‘I think it’s my horse!’

‘The switch thingy is called a trigger…’

‘Oh…’ she murmured as she crept closer to the cave entrance.

Standing shakily Dominic followed her closely, his warm breath on her ear making her jump as he whispered, ‘Perhaps I should be the one holding the gun?’

‘It would not do your shoulder any good when it goes off. The pressure will cause more damage.’

‘Your horse? You are having a conversation with your horse?’

‘Yes…’ he answered rather amused.

‘Mmmm….. well has he told you whether he is out there by himself ?’

The Marquis chuffed out a laugh, ‘Well no….he is a horse you know….’

Rolling her eyes Amelia slapped him playfully on his arm, to show her frustration, though the action only seemed to amuse him further.

‘I am fine…’ he muttered, ‘well as fine as someone who has been shot, nearly frozen to death, hasn’t eaten in I don’t know how long with only the dreaded prospect of rat tail and eye of newt stew being offered to break my fast, and who lastly but definitely not leastly is trapped in some woe begone musty cave in the middle of nowhere with at worst a possible killer outside….or at best my slightly deranged war horse..’

Nodding, Amelia grunted ‘You do seem quite lucid, you certainly have accurately surmised the situation…’

‘Surely not entirely accurately…..’ Dominic muttered his brow furrowing with dark thoughts of that damn stew.

‘Well no…. not entirely accurately….’ Amelia conceded with humour. On seeing the Marquis’s stance relax in relief she added wickedly, ‘I don’t really think this cave is musty at all…..’ she smirked.

‘Minx!’

His barked out laugh seemed to rattle around the cave resulting in a cavalcade of excited neighing and stomping outside. Refocusing his attention at the entrance, Dominic moved forward using the shotgun to slowly make a break in the bushes. Peering through he jumped back in surprise wiping his face vigorously.

‘The recoil…’

‘So what do we do now then?’

She finally turned to look at him her exasperation obvious.

‘We have an unknown danger only yards away and you feel this is the time to lecture me in correct gun terminology?’

He did not seem to look in the least bit admonished as he quirked an eyebrow and winked, ‘In truth, having never had such a situation as this present itself to me before, I feel I am handling the whole thing rather admirably.’

‘Ahhh….’ Amelia began only to stop short as a horse neighed loudly, the sound closer than expected.

The Marquis stilled and held his finger to his lips encouraging her to silence as well. The soft whistle caught Amelia off guard as she turned to watch the Marquis slowly walking forward the high pitched sound breathlessly emanating from his lips as he focussed intensely at the entrance. The pounding of horse’s feet became more restless the closer the Marquis got to the tightly packed bushes that camouflaged the cave.

When the whistle’s tone rose to an even higher pitch the horse outside seemed to respond with anger and began attacking the bushes with both front legs and teeth with a frightening urgency. The Marquis suddenly stopped whistling and silently held out his hand for the gun.

His eyes seemed so confident that Amelia automatically handed it over, although she did move forward to stand next to him. She would not let him face their enemies on his own. His face again was turned to the entrance as he whispered,

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‘Now I, not we…. am going to stick my head out through all this shrubbery and see what is out there.’

‘Are you sure that is the best idea? Perhaps you should ask your horse a few more questions just to confirm that it is truly him…..maybe you could get him to describe himself or the scenery around him? Or perhaps you can asked him to tell you of his most favourite memories he has had with you?’ She said a little snidely.

‘Now your funning with me….’ He said seriously, ‘We certainly don’t have that much time to allow Mercury to regale us with all his most favourite moments….. naturally as you can imagine with being in my company, there are bound to be quite a few….’

The look of astonishment that crossed Amelia’s face made Dominic laugh outright, the loud chuckle bringing a corresponding neigh of approval from the horse outside.

‘There… that proves it!’ Dominic said confidently as he listened to the horse still neighing loudly outside, ‘Mercury has always appreciated my excellent sense of humour! He has quite a refined taste you know!’

Raising her hand, Amelia softly touched her patient’s forehead.

‘Your fever doesn’t seem to have gotten worse….

Perhaps you have knocked your head in one of the numerous falls…’ she muttered anxiously.

Gently removing her hand Dominic turned to face her,

‘What’s happened? Are you alright?’ Amelia asked worriedly.

‘That damn horse just kissed me!’ He muttered, as he continued to look at the hole in the bush and the horse’s nose that was now filling it completely.

‘Well I guess the only question left to ask is whether that horse’s nose is your horse’s nose?....’ Amelia giggled.

Moving closer again, Dominic reached forward and scratched the nose affectionately nodding as he smiled softly.

‘I’d recognise that mug anywhere.’

‘We will need to let him in….it’s definitely too cold for him to be outside without shelter.’ Amelia said stoically.

Nodding, Dominic began moving more bushes cautiously until he could look outside fully. A movement in the distant trees caught the Marquis’s attention making him raise the gun and aim.

‘Hide Mercury…’ Dominic whispered urgently as voices drifted through the still, cold air with the only other sound being Mercury as he moved off to the right and out of sight as commanded.

‘There ‘e is….’ a voice hissed from beyond the trees the owner having no idea of how far his voice carried.

‘Told ya the bloody horse would lead us right to em!’ a second voice gloated, just as the sound of a gunshot echoed loudly through the frozen landscape.

To be continued….

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TRAVEL

Mount Walsh and Utopia Rock Pools

STORY A N D IM AG E K E LSE Y C O RC O RA N

Mount Walsh National Park is located on MaryboroughBiggenden road about two kilometres out of Biggenden.

Turn onto National Park Road and follow to the end where you will reach the base of the mountain with a picnic area and toilet facilities. The track starts from there. The climb up Mount Walsh isn’t recommended for those without experience. While climbing Mount Walsh we came across families with young children who absolutely loved climbing all the rocks. The beginning of the climb is a pleasant nature trail which turns into a gravel incline which then turns into boulders you have to climb. It is recommended to take plenty of water and food for the hike. The view at the top of Mount Walsh makes the climb worth it, as it shows a vast landscape of Biggenden. The descent is steep and should be taken slowly on rocks and gravel.

Bush camping is permitted in all areas of the park.

Camping permits are required and fees apply. Permits are available online and you will need to obtain your camping permit before arrival. Bush camping is only accessible by walking. Carry emergency food and water for several days.

There are no formal camping facilities in Mount Walsh National Park. Bush camping sites are not defined - choose a location that will minimise damage to vegetation.

Further down the road towards Maryborough are rock pools also known as the Utopia Rock Pools. When travelling from Maryborough or Hervey Bay, travel along MaryboroughBiggenden Road for 50km. Turn left onto Innoorroolabar Road. Follow this road until you come to a dirt road, Utopia Road. The rock pools are accessible by a walking track at the end of a car park. If it has rained recently the rock pools will be full but the car park will be muddy. The first car park is recommended for non-4x4 cars as the road can fill with water and conceal deep potholes. The walking track is 1.5km and a class 4 track. Once you hear the water you just have to climb over the boulders and the rock pools are there. The creek cascades through a series of rock pools.

The rocks can be slippery when going to higher rock pools.

There are no facilities so ensure you have everything you need packed for the day trip.

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Healthful Tips

Beating the flu this winter

BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

Protecting yourself from colds and the flu this season is easy with these helpful tips: • • • • • • • • • •

Washing your hands thoroughly and keeping hand sanitiser around means that you’re always fighting bacteria and killing it before you touch your face or food.

Steer clear of people that are sick.

Avoid contact with people, even those who seem healthy.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, so if you have touched something that has bacteria it can’t harm you.

Staying home when you aren’t feeling well can not only help yourself recover but also keep from spreading germs to others.

Practice sneezing and coughing etiquette, such as sneezing into your elbow.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces in your home and office.

Apply eucalyptus oil to a tissue and leave it nearby you, close enough to smell.

Stay up-to-date with flu vaccinations.

Get lots of sleep and keep hydrated.

Hygiene is one of the most important factors when it comes to the flu and should be done carefully to guarantee the best results as well as keeping hydrated and well-rested throughout the flu season.

Natural Antibiotics

BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

Give your body a helping hand by adding these six natural antibiotic foods to your everyday life.

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very year people take prescription antibiotics to help fight colds and the flu which can cause strands of antibioticresistant flu and colds. It is always suggested to stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables in the colder months to keep your body healthy. Adding these natural antibiotics to your day can help your gut fight infection and save you a trip to the doctors.

The increase of prescription antibiotics creates a rise in bacteria that is increasingly resistant to antibiotics which means you may need a give your immune system a boost with these:

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Apple cider vinegar- dilute in hot water Garlic - raw, taken with water Cinnamon - up to six grams a day on your breakfast Raw honey - a spoonful or mixed in hot water Turmeric – add to your chicken for dinner (not raw) Cranberries - juice or berry form

Six uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

Apple cider vinegar is a common household item that many people don’t realise the variety of great uses it has for you and your home.

1. To help you feel full.

Apple cider vinegar can be used as a weight loss aid when you mix it with hot water in the morning. It allows you to feel fuller for longer.

Drinking it before eating or between meals can prevent you from overeating or snacking between meals.

2. Deodoriser and all-purpose cleaner.

Mixing one cup of water with half a cup of apple cider vinegar and putting it in a spray bottle gives you a homemade, chemical-free all-purpose house cleaner as well as a deodoriser to get rid of bad smells around your home.

3. Sooth a sore throat.

Dilute the apple cider vinegar in a cup of water before gargling it to avoid burning your throat.

4. Facial toner.

Apple cider vinegar can be used to reduce fine lines and blemishes on the skin. Mix half a cup of vinegar with one cup of water before applying with a cotton pad. If you have sensitive skin or trying for the first time, dilute the mixture with more water than apple cider vinegar.

5. Hair rinse and anti-dandruff treatment.

Before washing your hair, apply a mixture of half a cup of apple cider vinegar and one cup of water to wet hair. Massage gently into the scalp to get rid of dandruff, add shine and detangle hair.

6. Mouthwash and toothbrush cleaner.

Apple cider vinegar can be used as a mouthwash when the mixture is one tablespoon for every cup of water. The antibacterial properties help with bad breath - make sure it is diluted as it can damage your teeth.

To deep clean your toothbrush, mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and two teaspoons of baking soda into half a cup of water. Add your toothbrush head and leave for half an hour. Wash thoroughly before using again to get rid of the acidity left behind.

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he Harbour Gift Gallery opened 4 years ago and has been selling beautiful locally handmade gifts successfully ever since . It currently has 37 artisans who rent space to display their work in a shop that is full of wonderful arts and craft . They have everything from jewellery, glassware, organic skin care to painted rocks.

The artisans do four hour shifts in the store so there is always an artist in store.

Open 7 days from 9am – 5pm. Located shop 3, Great Sandy Straits Marina Buccaneer Drive, Urangan 4655 or call 0418789946.

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FOOD & RECIPES

One Pot Vegetarian Enchiladas S T O RY BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

Ginger and Garlic Soup S T O RY BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

This soup will have you feeling warm and better in no time.

It will help clear a sore throat, runny nose and blocked sinuses. Garlic is one of the top natural antibiotics and can aid in digestion, fight allergies, treat inflammation, lowers blood pressure, strengthen the immune system and reduce plaque build-up in arteries. Combine garlic with ginger which is also one of the top natural antibiotics which is said to treat fevers, colds, nausea, arthritis and aid digestive issues and you’ll have a natural mixture that is sure to fight off sinus, colds and the flu.

You will need: • 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely diced • 50g of grated root ginger • 1 finely diced hot chilli pepper • 6 cups of chicken broth or stock Steps: 1. In a large pot sauté ginger, onions and garlic on low heat for a few minutes.

2. Add the stock or broth and bring mixture to a boil.

3. Simmer until the ingredients are softened.

4. Add chilli pepper 5. Serve with a dash of cream and warm bread

The one-pot vegetarian enchilada bowl is the perfect winter meal for the whole family. It’s quick and easy to make and doesn’t cost much either. Once you’re done, there is only one pot to clean up which means you can get back to the things you enjoy.

You will need: • 2 teaspoons olive oil • A bag of tortilla chips • 1/2 yellow onion, small diced • 1 small zucchini, small diced • 1 small red capsicum, small diced • 1 clove garlic, minced • 3/4 cup fresh corn kernels • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin • 1/2 teaspoon paprika • 1 1/2 cup enchilada sauce • 1 1/2 cup grated cheese, divided Steps: 1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet.

3. Chop onions, zucchini and capsicum.

4. Add to skillet and cook.

5. Add minced garlic to skillet and stir.

6. Add beans, corn, salt, pepper, cumin and paprika.

7. Stir until well combined and cook for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

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inter can leave your lips feeling horrible and dry and this can happen to your furry friend’s paws as well.

This home-made paw balm can guarantee that you aren’t putting any nasty chemicals into your pup and have their paws feeling nice all winter.

You will need: • 4 tablespoons olive oil • 4 tablespoons coconut oil • 2 teaspoons vitamin E oil • 4 tablespoons shea butter • 8 teaspoons beeswax • small sealable containers Steps: 1. Add all ingredients to a mason jar 2. Add water to a pot 3. Add mason jar to the pot to make a double burner 4. Heat on low and stir with an old wooden spoon or disposable chopsticks 5. Stir until beeswax is melted and all ingredients are combined 6. Pour into individual pans to keep the balm in 7. Leave to harden 8. Apply to dogs paws 50

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Plants For Better Sleep

BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

House plants are taking the world by storm and why wouldn’t they?

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hey’re a brilliant way to bring the outdoors inside and allow you to benefit from their relaxing vibes. But not just any plant will do, you have to select the right plant for you and what you want. Some plants need lots of sunlight or lots of water so you have to think about what type of bedroom you have and what you can provide for the plant before it can help you.

NASA has recommended that you should have 15 air-purifying plants in your home, with a few of these in each bedroom for a better nights rest.

Five of the most common house plants that can help provide a soothing and relaxing environment for sleeping are: 1. Jasmine 2. Snake plant 3. Valerian 4. Lavender 5.

Golden pothos

Place a few of these in your room, and the plants will do the rest.

Make sure the plants are out of reach of children and pets. Regularly check the plant’s soil to make sure it’s draining well and not too dry.

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Weighing in on Diets Finding a weight loss solution that is not only ef fective, but also well-balanced, healthy and sustainable is no easy task. Thanks to the internet, we have a world of fad diets at our f ingertips which all promote themselves as the ‘best’ way to lose weight. These diets promise rapid weight loss by promoting ‘magic’ foods or combinations of foods, or by restricting food groups or nutrients.

Despite the bad press that fad diets receive, they are an extremely popular weight loss option and some have been found to produce excellent weight loss results in controlled studies. The Beacon has taken a closer look at some of the basics of today’s most popular diets.

Atkins Atkins is one of the most famous diet plans out there. In its simplest form, Atkins involves reducing your carbohydrate intake to burn more fat. Created in the 1970s by cardiologist Dr Robert Atkins, this diet claims to produce weight loss without hunger. It is a high-protein, high-fat diet that restricts carbs and gradually re-adds them based on personal tolerance.

The Atkins diet has several phases for weight loss and maintenance, starting with a two-week phase that restricts carbs to 20 grams each day and allows for unlimited amounts of protein and fat. Throughout the next phases, followers gradually add nutrient-dense carbs back into their diet until they reach the phase 4: ‘Maintenance’.

The main reason why Atkins and other low-carb diets are so effective is that reducing carbs and increasing proteins lead to a reduced appetite, allowing dieters to reach a feeling of fullness and still lose weight. There are many Atkins success stories out there and it has often been touted as one of the most effective ways to lose weight.

The Atkins diet claims to help prevent health conditions such as metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. However, losing weight on many diets can achieve these benefits.

The Zone Diet Like Atkins, the popular Zone diet is nothing new. Biochemist Dr Barry Sears developed the diet in the mid-90s to reduce inflammation caused by refined and processed foods. According to Dr Sears, inflammation was the reason behind weight gain, sickness and premature aging. The Zone diet also purports to improve mental and physical performance and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

The Zone diet encourages its followers to stick to a ratio of 40% low GI carbs, 30% lean protein and 30% fats. Followers use the hand as a mnemonic tool - five fingers for five times a day, with no more than five hours between meals. The Zone’s ‘hand-eye method’ uses the size and thickness of the palm to measure protein, while two big fists measure favourable carbs or one fist of unfavourable carbs.

The other measuring option for followers is the more complex ‘Zone blocks’. Zone food blocks allow dieters to personalize the diet by calculating how many grams of protein, carbs and fat you can have per day.

There is no specific research proving that eating ratios of protein, carbs and fats will produce weight loss. However, it is a proven fact that eating a calorie-restricted diet, such as the Zone diet, can help you lose weight.

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Weighing in on Diets 5:2 Diet Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that includes regular periods of fasting. One of the most popular versions of intermittent fasting is the 5:2 diet. As the name suggests, this diet allows for five days of regular eating and two days eating 500-600 calories per day. These low-calorie days are generally non-consecutive.

For many people, the appeal of the 5:2 diet lies in its flexibility.

There are no requirements or restrictions about macronutrients or foods but rather when you should eat them. A common way of following the 5:2 diet is to fast on Mondays and Thursday and eat healthily and consciously for the remainder of the week.

Followers must ensure they don’t compensate for the fasting days by binge-eating on non-fasting days.

There are few studies on the effectiveness of the 5:2 diet, however studies on general intermittent fasting link this diet plan to weight loss through lowered insulin levels. Reduced risk of chronic health conditions and improved brain health are also benefits which studies link to intermittent fasting.

Modern research suggests that intermittent fasting is effective as traditional calorie restriction for weight loss. Additionally, it may be an easier and more flexible option than calorie restriction methods.

Mediterranean Diet A favourite among doctors and dieticians, the Mediterranean diet is inspired by the heart-healthy eating habits of the coastal residents of the Mediterranean Sea. This popular diet reflects the healthy cooking style of this region which is primarily plant-based and relatively low in animal foods and sugar.

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Recommended foods include legumes, whole grains, olive oil, vegetables, fruits and nuts. Fish and seafood are recommended twice a week, and a daily glass or two of red wine is encouraged (but not necessary).

A large percentage of total fat in the Mediterranean diet are ‘good fats’ derived from olive oil, salmon and avocado. Eating monounsaturated fats leads to a reduction in heart disease unlike trans and saturated fats, these healthy fats do not cause an increase in cholesterol levels.

Due to its flexibility, many agree that the Mediterranean diet is not a ‘fad diet’ but rather a guide to a healthier lifestyle. But the big question is – how effective is this diet for weight loss?

Research shows people lose slightly more weight when following a Mediterranean diet compared to a low-fat diet. Even if you don’t follow the diet to a tee, eating more plant-based foods, dining more leisurely, and becoming more active are all excellent health goals.

The Bottom Line Fad diets a have one thing in common: a temporary solution to what is usually a lifelong problem. Once the diet stops, the unwanted kilos usually return as fad diets generally don’t teach followers about changing how they eat.

So - what is the best method to lose weight and keep it off?

Eat less, eat a variety of foods with moderate portions, eat mindfully and exercise regularly. If you are considering a fad diet or any weight loss plan, please speak to a health professional about associated risks before starting.

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Lunchbox Jokes

Lunchbox jokes! Cut them out or write them on the lunch bag and your child will be giggling all lunch.

What did the lettuce say to the celery?

What do you call an alligator with a magnifying glass?

What school subject is the fruitiest?

What’s the difference between a guitar and a f ish?

Quit stalking me!

An investigator

History because it is full of dates!

You can’t tuna f ish

Why did the tomato blush?

What season is it when you go on a trampoline?

What vegetables are sailor’s enemies?

What’s small and red and has a rough voice?

Springtime

Leeks

A horseradish!

Because it saw the salad dressing

What’s brown, hairy and wears sunglasses?

A coconut on vacation!

What do you get when you cross a Labrador and a magician?

A labracadabrador!

What is fast, loud and crunchy?

What is a witch’s favorite subject in school?

A rocket chip!

Spelling!

Brain Teasers I have forests but no trees. I have lakes but no water. I have roads but no cars.

Map What is 3/7 chicken, 2/3 cat, and a half goat?

Chicago

Which seven-letter word contains dozens of letters?

Mailbox

I have keys without key locks. I have space without rooms. You can enter but you cannot go outside.

A keyboard A sundial has the fewest moving parts of any timepiece.

Which has the most?

The hourglass, it has thousands of grains of sand. t hebea c o n . c om .au

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ACROSS 1 Accross Vigilant, Watchful (5) 3 1ScatterVigilant, Watchful (5) about (5) 7 Mythical Egyption creature (6) Scatter about (5) 8 3Swept-up hairstyle (4) 9 7StupidMythical Egyption creature (6) person(inf) (4) 11 8 DroopsSwept‐up hairstyle (4) (4) 13 Person of action (4) Stupid person(inf) (4) 15 9 Bottomless, it seems (4) Droops (4) 1711 Flightless antipodean bird (4) 1813 Make perfectly clean (6) Person of action (4) 19 Tick tubes of pasta (5) Bottomless, it seems (4) 2015 Mr Eastwood, movie director (5)

HOW TO PLAY SUDOKU Fill the 9×9 grid with numbers so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3×3 subgrids that compose the grid contains all of the digits from 1 to 9

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Down 4 1 3 8 2 Small pet ‐ canine (6) 2 1 5 4 6 Walked wearily (7) 5 Terminates (4) 6 Tools of chop wood (4) Wordsearch 10 Sadness or Joy (7) 12 Stun with noise (6) V O 14 R Z Very poor, interior(inf) B E N I H S N U A L F U N V W M B X Q G 16 To quote (4) C T I C E A D K E J E N 17 Flightless antipodean bird (4) A P S G S Q B O A T S I DOWN 18 Make perfectly clean (6) T Y H U H O L N C O P P 19 Tick tubes of pasta (5) I A I A J T Z R H E L M 2 Small pet - canine (6) 20 Mr Eastwood, movie director (5) 4 Walked wearily (7) O D N S E M H B D V A A 5 Terminates (4) N I G L T S A O C U N C 6 Tools of chop wood (4) M L T E T E K C U B A S 10 Sadness or Joy (7) M O U W F H D N A S D G 12 Stun with noise (6) 14 Very poor, interior(inf) V H Y O Y S E L B B E P 16 To quote (4) E S C T Z G N I M M I W

WORDSEARCH

Beach Beach Boats Bucket Boats Camping Coast Bucket Esplanade

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Camping Coast Esplanade

Fishing FunFishing Holiday Fun Lighthouse Pebbles Holiday Sand

Lighthouse Pebbles Sand

Shells Shells Sunshine Swimming Sunshine Towels Vacation Swimming Waves

Towels Vacation Waves

S H E L L S E W A V E S

Did you know

BY K E L S E Y C O RC O R A N

1. Did you know the longest recorded flight of a chicken was 13 seconds?

2. Did you know reindeer like bananas?

3. Did you know the most commonly used letter in the alphabet is ‘E’?

4. Did you know dreamt is the only word that ends in mt?

5. Did you know a cat has 32 muscles in each ear?

6. Did you know the smallest bones in the human body are found in your ear?

7. Did you know Switzerland eats the most chocolate equating to 10 kilos per person per year?

8. Did you know the Grand Canyon can hold around 900 trillion footballs?

9. Did you know all the blinking in one day equates to having your eyes closed for 30 minutes?

10. Did you know elephants are the only mammal that can’t jump?

11. Did you know a bear has 42 teeth?

12. Did you know birds need gravity to swallow?

13. Did you know the first letters of the months July through to November spell JASON? 14. Did you know Perth is Australia’s windiest city?

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MARKETS ON THE FRASER COAST

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URANGAN

URANGAN PIER MARKET Pier Park, Urangan | 7am to 1pm – every Wednesday

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URANGAN

HERVEY BAY BOAT CLUB Buccaneer Dr, Urangan | 9am to 2pm – every 3rd Wednesday

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MARYBOROUGH

MARYBOROUGH HERITAGE CITY MARKET Adelaide & Ellena St | 8am to 1pm - every Thursday

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BUZERS BAZAAR TWILIGHT MARKET The Esplanade, Torquay | 1pm to 6pm – every Friday

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URANGAN PIER MARKET Pier Park, Urangan | 7am to 1pm – every Saturday

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TORQUAY

TORQUAY BEACHSIDE Nr Aquavue, Torquay | 7am to 1pm – every 2, 4th Sat

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HOWARD COUNTRY MARKETS Community Centre, Steley St | 7am to noon – every 1st Saturday

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NIKENBAH MARKETS Animal Refuge, Maryborough Rd | 6am to noon – every 1,3,5th Sun

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URANGAN

KOALA MARKETS Kruger Court | 6am to noon – every 2,4th Sunday

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WILDLIFE SANCTARY MARKETS 31 Mungar Road | 7am to noon - every 3rd Sunday

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BURRUM HEADS MARKET Community Hall, Main Rd | 7am to 11am – every 2nd Saturday TIARO MARKETS Memorial Community Hall, Main St | 7am to noon – every 2nd Saturday BAUPLE MARKETS Band Hall, Band Hall Rd | 7am to noon – every 4th Saturday

BROOWEENA MARKETS Historical Village, Smith Crescent | 8am to noon - 4th Sun every 3rd month

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergency calls (Life threading)........................................000 non-urgent calls...................................................................131 233 SES - Flood, Storm...........................................................132 500 Disaster Coordination Centre..................................4190 4999 HB Marine Rescue........................................................ 4128 9666 HOSPITALS Hervey Bay.....................................................................4120 6666 Maryborough.................................................................. 4122 8222 St. Stephen’s ................................................................... 4120 6157 RSPCA....................................................................... 1300 264 625 POLICE STATIONS Maryborough.....................................................................4123 8111 Pialba, Hervey Bay........................................................4128 5333 Tiaro.................................................................................... 4129 2555 C.I.B. Hervey Bay...........................................................4128 5366 Crime Stoppers....................................................1800 333 000 Police Link..............................................................................131 444 HEALTH Community Health Centre ....................................... 4122 8733 Wide Bay Sexual Assault ............................................4121 5999 Alcohol/Drugs Help (AODS).....................................4128 5424 CRISIS RELIEF Lifeline Crisis........................................................................... 131 114 Salvation Army (HB).................................................... 4125 1848 Salvation Army (MB).....................................................4121 3643 St Vincent de Paul (HB).............................................. 4128 1389 St Vincent de Paul (MB)............................................. 4123 5460 Door of Hope...................................................................4121 6822 YOUTH HELP Youth Homelessness Services .................................4128 1647 Reconnect Youth Centre (HB)..................................4325 4431 Youth Mentoring Program ..........................................4124 1262 Youth Housing Service................................................4123 4697 Headspace Hervey Bay.............................................4303 2100 RHL Youth care (Youth Shelter)...............................4125 5798 Youth & Students Centre Link...................................... 132 490 Kids Helpline.......................................................... 1800 551 800 Youth Centre.................................................................. 4194 2270

SENIOR HELP Seniors in Focus...........................................................4325 4046 Seniors Legal & Support Service............................ 4124 6863 Seniors Centre link............................................................132 300 WOMEN HELP Women’s Infolink.....................................................1800 177 577 Women’s Domestic Violence Service .................... 4122 2218 Women’s Health Centre .............................................4125 5788 MEN HELP Cooloola Men’s Crisis Centre .................................... 4123 1845 HOUSING & TENACY Homeless Hotline................................................. 1800 474 753 Centacare Emergency Housing .............................. 4194 0172 Tenancy Advice Service ......................................4194 3090 / 1 Regional Housing (HB)......................................... 1300 642 123 Community Housing Limited (MB).....................4120 0900 CENTRELINK Employment Services..................................................... 132 850 Families & Parents...............................................................136 150 Disability, Sickness & Carers.............................................132 717 WELFARE SERVICES Neighbourhood Centre (HB).................................. 4194 3000 Bay Connect / Families............................................. 4194 3000 Migrant Settlement Program................................. 4194 3000 Anglican Parish of Maryborough (meals).............. 4121 4745 TRAVEL HB Bus Service................................................................. 4121 3719 HB Airport.......................................................................4194 8100 TransComCare..............................................................4194 3080 Road Information.............................................................. 13 19 40 LEGAL HB Courthouse............................................................. 4125 9300 HBNC Free legal advice & support............................. 4121 2141 Taylor St Community Legal Service ......................4194 2663 Legal Aid Office........................................................1300 651 188 t hebea c o n . c om .au

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