Edition 11 July 23

By Mitch Gaynor

MITCH GAYNOR mitch@gcnews.com.au

JENNIFER KENT jennifer@gcnews.com.au

SONIA ISAACS sonia@gcnews.com.au

KIRRA LIVINGSTONE kirra@gcnews.com.au

FROM THE EDITOR

Hope Coles is quicker at click and collect than it is at courts and conciliation.

After almost two years in appeal the saga over its push to develop a supermarket, McDonald’s and petrol station on the corner of Roys Road and Steve Irwin Way meanders along at a Bleak House pace.

It’s an interesting insight into how big business with deep pockets can operate. Essentially bludgeoning their way towards the desired outcome.

The to-ing and fro-ing in court at the moment about a U-turn facility to the east of the development is now the focal point for the future of the entire development, which whatever your opinion, will impact drivers.

Engineers for the respondents - names Village Marketplace and the Council - have built a case that the U-turn facility could be a significant impost on traffic using Roys Road.

Delays and safety risks are among the issues (p4).

TINA GRIEVE tina@gcnews.com.au

LEWIS KWARCIANYI lewis@gcnews.com.au

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In the meantime the new industrial estate west of the proposed development is going full steam ahead and a proposal to develop parts of the Moroney Place industrial estate is underway. Time will tell, but whatever the result, it will have been a long time coming. On a more positive note, our cover story takes time to a new level, asking four

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centenarians - with a combined 400+ years of experience - to reveal their secrets to a long life.

Great responses although it’s a bit disappointing the answer wasn’t a regular shot of whiskey and a cigarette. No, you can’t say that.

‘Keeping your nose out of other people’s business’ is truly commendable but surely a tough ask for most of us (p6). And I’d pass on the bread and dripping but whatever works. Congratulations to all four ladies.

And still on the clock, our move to Beerwah is finally complete and my desk is reaching a familiar level of messiness. The move to the Glasshouse Country Centre on Swan Street saw us go through a bunch of old copies, which always makes for nostalgic reading. I’ve framed one of the first full page ads from 1986 - The Glasshouse Chicken Bar - which advertises a diverse range of products including Kirks softdrinks - 35c each; Rinso and Fab (1kg) for $2.65 and loin pork chops for $3.99 per kg. Some prices have gone through the roof since then - mainly in the past year! Come and say G’day!

Mitch Gaynor

Peg Morse, Lois Mayers, Marie “Rose” Clarke and Phyllis Butt share their secrets to a long and happy life. Page 6

Hayley leaps high with Olympic aims

By Kirra Livingstone

YOUNG showjumper Hayley Wall isn’t so much breaking down barriers as soaring over them.

The 10-year-old Glasshouse Christian College student has just landed her biggest achievement to date, winning four top placings at the Hygain Interschool Queensland State Championships.

The event, held at the Toowoomba Showgrounds in late June, saw Hayley riding her two horses, Black Layce and Diehard Diva across the weekend event.

The Year 5 student won on each horse - with Black Layce for the 70cm Primary Champion and on Diehard Diva for 80cm Primary Champion.

Hayley and Diehard Diva were also 80cm Primary Reserve Champions and 90cm

Primary Reserve Champions. Hayley won the Golden Ticket for both of her horses, qualifying by being in the top four in each race and each horse must jump higher than 80cm.

“Hayley rode her heart out and so did her two horses Die hard Diva and Black Layce, you were allowed to compete on the one horse in two different jump heights,” Hayley’s mum, Kelly, said.

“In one of the competitions the round of height goes higher… you compete in three different jump round competitions.”

Although Hayley is currently enjoying competing at a local level, jumping at 1m, she also has one eye on the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. “Hayley would be turning 19 years old when the Olympics come to Australia, she would love to work towards the Olympics,” Kelly said. “The Olympic

Maleny streetscape to be revealed

A COMMUNITY forum will be held at the Maleny Community Centre on July 20 to reveal the draft concept for the longawaited $1.5 million upgrade to the Maleny Streetscape.

The community forum, which will run from 5pm to 8pm, will allow residents to provide feedback on the Sunshine Coast Council’s draft concept and will listen to the community’s perspective on July 2024.

A final concept plan was scheduled to be revealed in late 2022, with construction to start in mid-2023 and a 2025 completion date. Public consultation and input from about 200 residents found the community’s highest priorities were improvements to seating/places to meet, footpaths/ accessibility, parking/traffic, shading and Maleny Lane. Maleny’s first streetscape concept plan was started in 2005 with the completion of the project in 2010, and in early 2022, initial project planning was completed for the Maleny Streetscape placemaking project.

showjumping fence height is 1.6m, and has a maximum width of 2m.”

Hayley added: “My trainer is starting to push me to push 1.1m and 1.2m to continue to develop as a showjumper, and tells me what I need to do to improve.”

Following her efforts, Hayley has qualified for the Interschool National Championships, which will be held in Werribee, Melbourne in September. Hayley said qualifying for

the interschool nationals is her biggest achievement to date in her professional showjumping career.

“I’ve only been competing professionally for three years but every event I win is an achievement in itself,” she said.

“If I ever lose an event, it’s just a learning experience to be better next time.” Hayley has also qualified for the PonyClub of Australia Nationals.

Coles U-turn ‘inappropriate’

substantial adverse and unacceptable traffic impacts.”

Mr Holland, also engaged by Village Fair, stated in his affidavit that the request to install a U-turn facility warranted the right of the community to comment.

“Typically, the impacts which arise at a high degree of saturation are: (a) significant delays to vehicles wanting to make the desired movement; (b) a permanent queue (here, for the weekday PM peak); and a higher risk profile for the intersection due to drivers becoming impatient and accepting smaller gaps in traffic and thus further elevating the risk profile,” he stated.

“Given the distance between the stop bar in the westbound land at the new signalised intersection on Roys Road and the new access is approximately 110 metres, the result will be queuing across the new access during the weekday PM peak,” he stated.

“While the frequency of occurrences for the queue distance extending beyond 110 metres is not entirely clear, these are new impacts not previously proposed by the Appellant and may be matters which would have caused members of the public to make

“Replacing a functional but less than ideal intersection (being the existing Moroney Place intersection) with another inferior outcome is inappropriate, particularly where that outcome places an impost in the form of time and distance penalties on the public in circumstances where the catalyst

additional time penalty is between 2.5 and three minutes,”

Mr Buckley stated. He also raised concerns that Coles could use the U-turn as an access point to the shopping centre, which was not part of the original application.

coupled with the safety concerns identified by traffic engineer Stuart Holland ... lead to me conclude that the Proposed Change is likely to give rise to

Development of the industrial park next to the proposed Coles site is under way.

Replacing a functional but less than ideal intersection with another inferior outcome is inappropriate ...

Christopher Buckley

Rescue on closed track

By Kirra Livingstone

A MAN has been rescued by a fire and rescue team on Mount Beerwah after becoming lost, despite the mountain being closed following vandalism.

A QFES spokesperson told GC&M News the man was reported lost at 8.30pm on July 3 and was 400m from the peak of the mountain when he was found by the rescue crew. He was eventually assisted down by the crew, reaching the base around 10.30pm.

Mount Beerwah was temporarily closed

Jack’s success in Berlin

JACK Daly has bagged the goods at the Berlin Special Olympics this June, winning a silver and bronze medal in track athletics.

Jack (pictured far right and inset) won silver in the 200m Level C sprint and completed the race in 31.31 seconds, just 0.19 seconds from taking gold. He was took home bronze in the 4x100m mixed relay.

He also competed in the 400m sprint, running a personal best despite finishing fifth.

Although winning a medal is a great feat, Jack was humble and spoke about the differences between competing nationally and internationally.

“In the nationals it’s hard but at the World Games, I think it was different, like there was not an easy chance you’d win a medal in that category,” he said.

when I found out I had won because I didn’t expect to win.”

His mum, Tessa Craig, said she was impressed by Jack’s focus and commitment while competing so far from home.

“We are so proud, we didn’t expect him to get a medal at all I was just happy that he was there, so it was so exciting that he ended up winning the medals so I’m really proud,” she said.

For the State Games next year, Jack is aiming to improve on his distance track skills, hoping to eventually run the 3km, 5km, and 10km distances. To top that he is also eyeing off future marathons.

My name is Tawhid Hassanien, a General Practitioner who has recently joined Beerwah Surgery.

Dr Tawhid has a special interest in Women’s health, he holds an Advanced Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from RANZCOG.

Dr Tawhid enjoys all aspects of General Practice for all age groups. This includes but is not restricted to:

• Ante-natal and post-natal care

• Contraception

• Implanon insertion and removal

• Mirena insertion and removal

• Menstrual problems

• Menopause management

• STI, Acne, Infertility investigation

• Medical Terminations

Dr Tawhid enjoys spending time with his family, reading and bush walks.

“I hope he had some good time to think about his actions whilst suffering the consequence of his decision to ignore requests not to climb the summit, all the signage and locked gate.

“It was wet and night time and I’m sure the Ambulance/Fire and Rescue and SES all have families they would have rather been safe at home with… what if one of them fell whilst rescuing him…”

A Department of Environment and Science spokesperson also spoke on the matter and said it was disappointing to see people ignore the closure, particularly on NAIDOC week.

“… it is frustrating that some have ignored park and at the entrance to the walking track. and anyone who is found to be contravening

BJ Murphy at the Mt Beerwah sign that clearly states the area is closed

Maleny on show

and has been held there ever since,” Cr

celebrating a century of the Maleny Show will be screened at Landsborough Museum this week.

Through wars, droughts and floods, this grand tradition has continued for a century.

From the excitement of the woodchop to prized cattle and champion sponge cakes or marmalades that used secret family recipes, it was an event that survived and thrived.

Now, one of Queensland’s proudest regional traditions – The Maleny Show – and those who made it great, will feature in a special documentary film.

The 100-year-old showcase of agriculture and community spirit, and many of those who have seen or helped it flourish, will be seen at the free community screening

The film will share the stories and memories of many people closely involved with the Maleny Show over the years.

These include Kayrene Corkin, Bill Hankinson, Marlene Hankinson, Winston Johnston, Ed Lawley, Desley Malone, Monica Skerman and Lois White.

The show’s success has been the result of the Maleny Show Society

Division 5 Councillor Winston Johnston, also the Maleny Show Society President, said the film marked a significant milestone in the hinterland town.

“The Maleny Show was first held on April 24, 1923, at the Maleny Showgrounds

“The show’s success has been the result of the Maleny Show Society, an organisation which has made a significant contribution to the region over the past 10 decades, and their hardworking volunteers who prepare for many months to put on the event.

“The film preserves an essential part of our Sunshine Coast heritage through the stories of these volunteers and captures the smells, sounds and sights of show time.

“It is only because of these volunteers’ efforts over the past 100 years, that we are

Show weekend, allowing for the inclusion of

The film is an initiative of the Sunshine Coast Council Arts and Heritage Levy program.

The Levy is charged to every rateable property, is used to document, research, conserve, protect, promote and provide access to those tangible and intangible items, places, facilities and events that define the people, communities and culture of the Sunshine Coast.

DETAILS:

Free. 9.30-10.30, Wednesday, July 12 Landsborough Museum. Book: heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Cr Winston Johnston

Boxers near Maleny fight in a 12 round heavyweight championship - ca 1910 (Image: Picture Sunshine Coast)

Maleny Show Pavilion during Maleny Show, ca April 1924 (Image: Picture Sunshine Coast)

PHC Hodgens John with champion butterfat cow at Maleny Show

Grants helping to care for nature refuges

THE Palaszczuk Government’s Nature Refuge Landholder Grants Program has allocated nearly $1.1 million to support 80 nature refuges across Queensland including a number across the hinterland.

The Nature Refuge Landholder Grants Program aims to assist landholders actively engaged in conserving and managing their properties.

Environment Minister Leanne Linard landowners played valuable contributions and emphasised the importance of supporting them in their efforts to safeguard local ecosystems and wildlife.

Among the projects receiving funding is the Dungi Yandi Nature Refuge in Conondale, which will utilise $4,880 to enhance fauna monitoring and recording through the acquisition of monitoring cameras. The data collected will inform improved management strategies in the future.

At the Manduka Nature Refuge in North Maleny a grant of $13,633 will support the continued implementation of the conservation management plan, including bush regeneration, native species promotion, and weed control.

The Mount Mellum West Nature Refuge has been granted $9,089 to clear weedy vegetation from the riparian zone of Little London Creek, followed by selective planting and natural regeneration where applicable.

The Pinch Nature Refuge in Mooloolah Valley has secured $6,848 to hire a contractor and acquire fire management and erosion control equipment. This funding will enable the continuation of fire management efforts.

Maleny has the hemp building blocks to grow

By Sonia Isaacs

MALENY locals are at the forefront of the emerging industrial hemp industry with advocates claiming this sustainable and multiuse crop is undoubtedly the way of the future. Heavyweight corporation AgriFutures Australia has thrown its backing behind the burgeoning sector, earmarking industrial hemp as a key emerging, high potential agricultural rural industry. Reports produced as part of AgriFutures Australia’s emerging industries program focused on high growth potential industries suggest with supported development; the gross value of Australian Industrial Hemp production could far exceed $10million per annum by 2026.

With a rapidly developing global market tapping into the myriad of applications and value-added products stemming from this versatile ‘wonder plant’ that include textiles, rope, fuel, oil, building materials, superfood and more, this traditionally utilised product is seeing a massive resurgence of interest across the globe, Maleny agronomist, John Muir, said almost every university around the world was looking into the potential of the product, and while Australia still lagged behind other countries in terms of production and scale – industry and government support was steadily growing around this rediscovered resource.

John confirmed hemp was a great crop for both Queensland and Australian conditions, with almost all of the plant usable from the superfood ‘hemp seeds’ to the inner and outer fibre that can create a huge diversity of products from clothing, ropes and paper to bio-fuels and building materials. He predicts hemp could soon replace our current global reliance on plastic and wood as it produced numerous environmentally sustainable alternatives to many existing products.

“Industrial hemp produces one of the strongest natural carbon capturing fibres in the world.

People have been using hemp for centuries but now we are seeing a huge resurgence of interest in this traditional crop. Big manufacturers like BMW and Mercedes Benz are already using hemp for their car parts, and more industries around the world are looking to source more sustainable building materials and bio-plastics using hemp derived material,” he said.

Currently working closely with Agrifutures Australia, John is managing nine hemp trial sites across the country and has recently returned home to Maleny following hemp

John Tijssen with one of his hemp blocks

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John Muir

field trial work that had heralded positive outcomes and excited industry advocates.

As well as his own long-standing interest, he credits Maleny man Phil Warner, founder of Ecofibre Industries, Operations over two decades ago as being one of the pioneers of the Australian industrial hemp industry.

“Phil is like the father or old man of the hemp industry and has been working with and promoting hemp products for years. Any discussion around Maleny locals and their involvement in this industry needs to acknowledge him,” said John.

Maleny builder, Johan Tijssen, runs Hemp Block Australia and is also a key figure in the development of the hemp building industry

in Australia. Speaking with GC&M News, Johan said his company supplies and builds with structural hemp crete blocks. He also operates Hemp Block New Zealand and USA and is currently overseas developing further interest in his product.

Johan said it was fellow Maleny-ite John Muir who initially sparked his interest around 15 years ago by suggesting that he look into incorporating hemp crete into the building process. Johan said he became very interested in discovering the numerous benefits of using hemp. In collaboration with Phil Warner, he looked to revitalise Hemp Crete Australia before switching over to a hemp block system approximately five years ago and establishing Hemp Block Australia. He said he was pleased that there had been a good response to the product with a number of houses around the Maleny and further afield built or planning to be built using the building product.

“There are so many benefits to using

this product, it is a natural and sustainable product that bonds to an incredible strength. Carbon is captured within the blocks which transforms or petrifies into rock so it provides enormous benefit as a building product as it never degrades. It is a fantastic fire retardant (BAL FZ) and termite resistant, and it provides great insulation values of R4.8 so basically the homes are cool in summer and hot in winter,“ explained Johan.

Johan said he had built three houses in Maleny and said there had been increasingly positive interest in both using the blocks locally and internationally, as well as the possibility of manufacturing the blocks here in Australia. Currently the blocks are manufactured in France as Australia currently does not the processing plant facilities to support local production, however Johan said he would be keen to attract the investment to establish an Australian facility.

THE 2023 Queensland Community Achievement Awards are now accepting nominations, inviting everyone to acknowledge the remarkable individuals who make a difference in their communities. From the tireless community workers to the local businesses that go the extra mile, these awards aim to recognise the contributions, big or small, that improve lives.

The deserving nominees will be the selfless heroes who dedicate their time and efforts to helping others within their communities.

To nominate someone, visit awardsaustralia.com/qldcaa and select ‘Nominate Now’, or call 1300 055 096 or email qcaa@awardsaustralia.com to provide the nominee’s details. The process has been made convenient for everyone.

All nominees will receive a letter of congratulations and a certificate of encouragement for their outstanding contributions. Nominations will close on Tuesday, August 22, and judging will take place throughout September. The winners will be announced on Friday, November 17, during the prestigious 2023 Community Achievement Awards Gala Presentation Dinner.

To learn more about the award categories and entry conditions, visit awardsaustralia. com/qldcaa. Now is the time to express gratitude and recognise those individuals, businesses, and community groups that tirelessly work towards making a positive impact on the lives of others. Let us come together and celebrate the people who go above and beyond to create a better future for all.

John Muir (blue shirt) with Australian Hemp Council President Tim Schmidt and Hemp researcher Dr. Rachel Burton Waite

Industrial hemp produces one of the strongest natural carbon capturing fibres in the world

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THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning taxpayers to think twice before ‘copying and pasting’ work-related claims from last year’s tax return.

ATO Assistant Commissioner Tim Loh said there are some key changes to look out for this tax time when claiming your deductions.

“When you’re getting ready to lodge, consider the records you have to support your claims this year – don’t just copy and paste your claims from last year, this will raise a red flag for us,” Mr Loh said.

Around 8.6 million Australians claimed nearly $21.6 billion in work-related expenses in their 2022 tax returns.

“We want people to get their deductions right on the first go and claim what they are entitled to – nothing more, nothing less.”

“Some occupations have expenses that are specific to their occupation. For example, flight attendants can claim rehydrating moisturisers and nurses can claim stethoscopes – our guides can help you get it right,” Mr Loh said.

To claim a deduction for a work-related expense, remember our 3 golden rules:

• you spent the money yourself and weren’t reimbursed

• it directly relates to earning your income and it isn’t private in nature

• you must have a record to prove it (usually a receipt).

“If you’re not sure, reach out to a registered tax agent to help you get your tax return right the first time,” Mr Loh said.

Working from home

Just under 5 million people claimed a working from home related deduction last financial year.

‘We know a lot of Aussies are back in the office or have hybrid arrangements, so it’s important to consider whether your claims

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reflect your working arrangements this year,’ Mr Loh said.

expenses, you can use the actual cost, or the revised fixed rate method to calculate your deduction, as long as you meet the eligibility and record keeping requirements.

The revised fixed rate method has increased from 52 cents to 67 cents per hour worked from home, and you no longer need to have a separate home office or dedicated work-space – if you are working from the couch, you can still use this method.

The revised fixed rate covers your costs for electricity, gas, stationery, computer consumables, internet and phone usage.

You can claim a separate deduction for those expenses not included in the rate for example, decline in value of depreciating assets, such as computers and office furniture.

To use the revised fixed rate method, you need a record of the total hours worked from home.

From 1 March 2023, you are required to keep a full record of the total number of hours you have worked at home. You will

also need evidence of the expenses covered by the rate that you have incurred, for example a monthly or quarterly bill.

“Keeping the records you need to use this method is really simple – records of hours worked from home can be in any form, for example timesheets, rosters, or a diary of the full year. If you’ve used your phone and electricity when working from home, you just need at least one bill for each of these expenses,” Mr Loh said.

Car expenses

Last year nearly 3 million people claimed work-related car expenses, with most people using the cents per kilometre method.

“Generally, you can claim a deduction for the cost of trips you undertake in performing your work duties, and not for your ordinary commute between home and work,’ Mr Loh said.

This year, if you are eligible to claim workrelated car expenses and you use the cents per kilometre method, the rate has increased from 72 cents to 78 cents per kilometre.

Mooloolah childcare happily Out & About

IF you’ve visited Mooloolah recently, you would have noticed a construction project has just been completed to build a new childcare centre.

Out & About opened in May and celebrated with an official grand opening recently with Jules and Seamus from SeaFM radio station, a balloon artist, face painting, and tours of the centre. There were prizes and giveaways donated by local Mooloolah businesses.

Centre manager, Natalie, said it was a great event and the centre is now open for enrolments.

Out and About is independently owned by Pam McClane, and this is her third

centre with two others in Maroochydore. The Mooloolah site is an 88-place centre for children aged 0 to 5, and they are employing 25 staff. All children’s meals are provided by an onsite chef who trained under Gordan Ramsay.

Natalie said there was a gap in the local community for 0 to 2 year olds, so the new centre is now providing a much-needed service for local Mooloolah families.

The centre has five rooms that are named after children’s books: Boo (0-2 years), Wonderful Thing (15 months-2 years), Drive Me Wild (2-3 years), Bear Hunt (3-4 years), and Our Place for 4-5 years with a Kindergarten program.

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Celebrating business at Phillies

A LOVELY Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Lunch was held at Cafe Phillies in Beerburrum on July 5.

Hosted by Naomi and Lauren from Crest Marketing Agency (recently rebranded from Crest Creative) the lunch was an opportunity for like-minded business owners to talk about the financial year that was.

Cafe Phillies owner, Tracy, spoke about her recent purchase of the Sit and Chill Cafe, which has now been rebranded to The General.

The ladies’ first drink was on the house as a welcome gift, while Hannah from Adaptive Bodies won the lucky door prize.

Cafe Phillies cooked the ladies’ delicious lunch meals ranging from B.L.A.Ts to delicious toasties. glasshousecountrychamber.com.au

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Local sensational soloists on show

FEATURING Oscar Matthews, a stunning young soloist from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, and talented soloists from within the orchestra, the Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra (SCSO) performs Sensational Soloists at The Events Centre, Caloundra, Sunday 16 July, at 2pm.

Oscar Matthews is a Brisbaneborn classical pianist who is studying at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music under esteemed Australian pianist Daniel de Borah. Oscar began his piano

studies at age 6 and gave his first public performance at age 7. He performed as a soloist with the Creative Generation Symphony Orchestra in 2021, which was described as “terrific” by The Courier Mail. Oscar has won many first prizes at competitions, including the Queensland Piano Competition.

A masterpiece completed in 1803, Beethoven’s 3rd Piano Concerto was more dark and impassioned than his previous works as the composer grappled with the reality of his increasing and permanent deafness. In typical

Screening is a Giants success

THE Maleny Community Centre was packed out for a screening of The Giants, the film about Tasmania’s massive and ancient trees, whose preservation is the current focus of the Bob Brown Foundation.

Dr Brown’s extensive history of activism, on the ground and in the political arena (both state and federal as a foundation MP for the Greens), is portrayed alongside his personal background, which led to a widening of the party’s agenda from the environment to also include human rights.

“I have known Bob Brown for almost 30 years, and his example of standing up for what is right has been an inspiration to me,” says Anni Philp, who organised the event

that raised money for the foundation’s old forests campaign.

“The reaction to the film, and the event in general, from the 220-strong audience both on the night and with follow-up texts, emails and phone calls has been phenomenal.

Funds were also raised towards the Greens’ campaign for the March 2024 Sunshine Coast Council local government elections. The party’s Division 5 candidate, Tracy Burton, was in attendance.

“Let’s not forget that the Sunshine Coast Hinterland also has had its share of oldgrowth tree loss to the timber industry,” Ms Burton said. “We need to protect what

Beethoven fashion, the piece ends triumphantly, having won out over the darkness.

The concert builds on this joy with movements from the uplifting Haydn Trumpet Concerto, played by SCSO principal trumpet Nelson Oakley, and the beautiful Mozart Clarinet Concerto, played by SCSO principal clarinet, Jennifer Maggs.

The concert features other stirring orchestral favourites such as Cavalleria Rusticana, and overtures from Carmen and La Traviata.

Founded in 1972, the SCSO is a mix of professional and skilled amateur musicians of all ages. A shared love of playing beautiful and inspiring music unite its members, who include professionals from all walks of life, including music teachers, performers, composers, doctors, lawyers, business owners and entrepreneurs.

The SCSO’s 2023 calendar of performances offers concertgoers a mix of music that can be enjoyed by regular listeners as well as those who are new to orchestral music.

Sensational Soloists – The power of Beethoven’s 3rd piano concerto and the joy of Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto and Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto 16 July at 2pm.

Tickets are available from https:// theeventscentre.com.au/event/scsosensational-soloists/ or from The Events Centre Box Office (07) 5491 4240. General admission $49, Concession $39, Children (2-17 years) $14.

Getting spicy

SPICERS Tamarind Retreat is gearing up to host the Sunshine Coast’s best Asian restaurants for this year’s Asian Food Festival, as part of foodie extravaganza, The Curated Plate.

The festival will take place on August 5, allowing food lovers an immersive day as the region’s finest restaurants converge in the hinterland.

Image credit: Picture Sunshine Coast

remains.

“After watching the film, I felt so encouraged by Bob’s incredible determination and fortitude. A proud Greens moment!”

Horoscopes WEEK BEGINNING JULY 11

Restaurants include Spirit House, Sum Yung Guys, Rice Boi and of course dishes from the event’s host restaurant, the Spicers Tamarind Restaurant.

Tickets are $95 per child and $135 per adult. Book at events.humanitix.com/ sunshine-coast-asian-food-festival

with Lilith Rocha

With not so much celestial activity happening this week, and the sun in the sign of ancestors, family and heredity, we could take the opportunity of this planetary pause to listen to the wisdom of some departed stars who have gone before us, and other wise elders still shining their light...

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

“To be loved is a privilege and prize equivalent to being born. If you’re smart, you pause regularly to bask in the astonishing knowledge that there are many people out there who care for you and want you to thrive and hold you in their thoughts with fondness.”

– Cancer astrologer and musician, Rob Breszny

LEO

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

“Empowering women means trusting them. For real change, we need feminine energy in the management of the world. We need a critical number of women in positions of power, and we need to nurture the feminine energy in men. Peace requires everyone to be in the circle.” – Leo author, Isabel Allende

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

“When I am among the trees… they give off such hints of gladness. It’s simple, they say, and you too have come into the world to do this, to go easy, to be filled with light, and to shine. It is a serious thing just to be alive on this fresh morning in this broken world.” – Virgo poet, Mary Oliver

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

“Yes, there is tremendous suffering all over the world, but knowing this need not paralyze us. Worrying does not accomplish anything, your anxiety will only make things worse. If we don’t know how to breathe, smile, and live our life deeply, we will never be able to help anyone.” –Libra Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

“The most useful thought we can hold when all hell cuts loose again is that we are not members of different generations, as unlike, as some people would have us believe... We are all so close to each other in time that we should think of ourselves as brothers and sisters.” – Scorpio author, Kurt Vonnegut SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

“My heartfelt wish is that you and I, and everyone around the world, will continue expanding our hearts and minds while celebrating our differences and ridding ourselves of any form of discrimination. This, I believe is a basic requirement for peace within ourselves and in our societies.” – Sagittarius performance artist, Tina Turner

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

“Nothing in the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity. We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”

– Capricorn civil rights activist, Martin Luther King Jnr.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

“We have at our disposal a great language, and the imaginative, creative use of that language can be at the service of humour. Political correctness means nothing to me. It’s the new Puritanism, darling. Preventing us from expressing ourselves. I discuss things in a realistic manner.” – Aquarius satirist, Barry Humphries

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

“Mechanical voices, radios, telephones, take the place of human intimacies, and the concept of being in touch with millions brings a greater and greater poverty in intimacy and human vision. This is the illusion which might cheat us of being in touch deeply with the one breathing next to us.” – Pisces writer, Anais Nin

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

“Technology is not going to save us. Our computers, our tools, our machines are not enough. We have to rely on our intuition, our true being. We all have to find what best fosters the flowering of our humanity in this contemporary life, and dedicate ourselves to that.” – Aries mythologist, Joseph Campbell TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

“This is a dark time. If the world is to be healed through human efforts, I am convinced it will be by ordinary people, people whose love for this life is even greater than their fear. Grace happens when we act with others on behalf of our world.” – Taurus author and environmental activist, Joanna Macy

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

“There is symbolic as well as actual beauty in the migration of birds, the ebb and flow of tides, the folded bud ready for spring. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature – the assurance that dawn comes after the night and spring after the winter.” – Gemini conservationist, Rachael Carson

Label reading workshops

Contributed by Judy Stubbs

JOIN us at QCWA Maleny for a label reading workshop to learn how you can use and understand food labels on packaged items to help you make better choices for your health. Morning tea will be provided on the day.

Spots are limited! RSVP by the 11th of August by emailing or texting Judy Stubbs to register your spot: judystubbs1@gmail. com 0411 647 140

When: Tuesday 15th August, 10am–12pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, Bicentenary Meeting Room

1 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny

Cost: Gold coin donation

Garden Club aims to hit pesky pests

Contributed by Patricia Bradford

THE Peachester Garden Club welcomed members, new members and visitors to the delightful home and garden of Jeff Bodley and Rob Morris for our June meeting.

Pests and diseases seem to be a problem for most gardeners going by the number of times the subject comes up.

An organic solution for cabbage moths is to grow land cress among brassicas. Had some success covering them with white netting. For mildew on zucchini leaves, try spraying with a milk solution. Loved exploring the large garden, with its mature trees. Many shade loving

Probus going back in time

Contributed by Norma McCormack

GLASSHOUSE Probus has been to the movies, well, the silent movies. The Club outing for June was a trip to Pomona to see Buster Keaton in a silent movie while a local accompanist played the music to enhance the action. It is reported that the slap-stick comedy had some of the group rolling in the aisles!

Pomona has the only remaining silent movie theatre in Australia. How great it is to have this remnant of the past for a younger generation to enjoy.

After the theatre our group travelled by bus to Boreen Point where they enjoyed lunch at the Apollonian Hotel.

Here too the past was present for the Apollonian was moved from Gympie in the 1980s.

It is the last of the Music Hall pubs once alive in Gympie, from the gold rush days.

It was built in the 1870’s from local cedar and hoop pine and moved to its present location.

It was a great day in the tradition of Fun, Friendship and Fellowship of Probus.

If you feel this kind of activity would interest you, our Tour Organiser has more good things lined up. For more information about Probus contact Dagmar on 0406076410 or Norma on 5439 0446.

plants including camellias and azaleas flowering.

Some unusual plants and a variety of potted plants. The daisy tree, covered with white daisy flowers was spectacular.

Many thanks to Jeff and Rob for the delicious pumpkin soup to finish off an enjoyable day.

Next meeting, Thursday, 20th July, 9.30am in the garden of Clara Graham. Please bring along chair, mug and small plate to share for morning tea. Entries for the competition bench and raffle prizes.

Flower of the month, azalea. Contact us on 5496 9169 for more information.

Suella, Lois,

Denise and Marilyn lining up for the pumpkin soup.

Argument degrades in time

I can answer ARW’s question about who Adam and Eve’s sons married.

Genesis 5:4 tells us Adam had other sons and daughters.

As Adam and Eve were created with a perfect genome, their offspring would have a near-perfect genome, and it was some generations later when the instruction to not marry close relatives was given.

So while it is not explicitly stated in the bible, Adam and Eve’s sons must have married their sisters.

Doctor John Sanford, co-inventor of the gene gun, stated “Virtually all human geneticists agree that the human genome is degrading, and some say it is degrading very quickly”.

That is the opposite of what is required for evolution.

He also says every generation has 60 to 100 more mutations than their parents. Virtually none of these mutations add new information. They are neutral at best, or harmful.

Sir David Attenborough in his documentaries sometimes says “We are seeing evolution in action “, but what he sees is natural selection.

I’m not sure whether Mr Attenborough is being deliberately misleading or just optimistically ignorant.

On camera, Richard Dawkins was asked if he could give an example of a mutation which can be seen to increase the information in the genome.

He could not.

I certainly agree with ARW that we need more critical thinking.

Then more people should see through the great lie that is evolution.

Phil Garrad, Beerwah

Future is not a numbers game

Sel Hopley (GCMNews 13 June) tries to persuade us that it is commercially daft for Australia to develop renewable energy. Readers should be aware of four issues:

1. The numbers quoted seem to come from a blog by “Graeme#4” on the website of Joanne Nova whom Wikipedia describes as ‘prominent for promoting climate change denial’.

2. Graeme#4’s numbers come from SNR Nuclear Technology whom I assume regard renewables with fear and loathing. Given the ability of economists to always find ways to support their paymasters, I have very little faith in the reliability of the numbers.

3. SNRNT’s costs for coal fired generation included carbon capture and storage, but Graeme#4 stripped them out to make coal look better. I doubt that any new coal fired project will be approved in Australia without CCS so these numbers do not make sense. Renewables look rather good to me.

4. We should move to renewables because it is good for our grandkids―not because we can make a buck out of it.

David Lowry, Witta

Telstra needs to get on board

I would like to share my point of view for readers who may experience that mobile phone network coverage between Maleny to Kenilworth and onwards does require some improvement.

I was born in Kitale, Kenya which was also a country town and migrated to Australia 2 decades ago. I am now retired at Deception Bay in Queensland’s Moreton Bay shire.

In the last 30 years, there have been a lot of global technological advances in this world and was hoping that one day our Aussie mobile companies will have enhanced mobile coverage in the hinterland on through to Kenilworth and hopefully beyond.

I enjoy my country drives occasionally and patronise shops in Maleny, Montville and through to Kenilworth with visits to the dairy as they produce a market niche of flavoured cheeses there which are amongst my favourites.

The excursions are an awesome refresher for me so please mobile phone companies, get the countryside connected too.

Mitesh Pabari Deception Bay

Poultry expansion too much

Sunshine Council has approved a huge expansion for the Woodlands Poultry Farm at Beerburrum increasing shed numbers from four to ten.

The 10 sheds will house 452,000 chickens at any one time and potentially two million chickens per year.

These unfortunate animals will be housed in high density, lighted conditions for their entire lives. I’m appalled to learn our councillors would approve such a proposal by 7-2. My neighbours have five healthy, happy hen’s wandering around their back yard enjoying freedom, fresh air and sunshine.

The Woodland Fowls will know nothing of this alternate lifestyle which would be theirs if compassion and concern ruled instead of greed and indifference.

Jan Trendle Maleny

Voice facts lost in politics

I recently received a newsletter from Mr Andrew Wallace, the LNP Member for Fisher. In that letter, he stated, “I’ll be supporting the campaign against Labor’s Canberra-based Voice.”

There are two very incorrect political points in that statement.

Firstly, the Voice is not “Labor’s” Voice. The Voice is informed by the Uluru Statement From the Heart that was created five years ago, when the government of which Mr Fisher was a member was in power.

It in turn was created through the efforts of indigenous people from all over Australia. Secondly, the Voice is not “Canberra-based”.

As Mr Ken Wyatt, a former member of the previous LNP Coalition government stated on the ABC’s 7:30 program, “It’s not a Canberra voice. It is not elites. It is people from the grassroots…the late, great leader Mr Yunupingu…was one of my colleagues in shaping the discussions around the Voice and how Aboriginal people could become involved in this country, this economy, and in our future.”

We should remind ourselves that Mr Wyatt, when Minister for Indigenous Australians in Scott Morrison’s government, advocated to introduce the Voice, but was ignored by his own government.

By all means, anybody who wants to vote no can do so. I only ask people to think about their vote, and properly inform themselves before believing the disingenuous political urgings of their local member.

Professor of Law, AJ Wood of Australian National University recently wrote in The Conversation, “The Voice referendum, if successful, will be a modest positive measure.

It is an advisory body, that will recommend or suggest changes to improve Australian laws.....Australia is the only industrialised nation that allows its parliament to make special detrimental laws for the Indigenous peoples of the land.”

Think about your vote in an objective manner, and what it might do to address the long festering problems that continue to plague Australia in its treatment of its indigenous citizens.

Ken Dyer Landsborough

Voice is good government

I suggest the Voice isn’t about equality or power.

It’s about good government and good use of the public’s taxes..addressing problems

with input from the section of Aussies most affected by the parliamentary decisions.

The Voice only presents possible solutions or recommendations on issues confronting the people it represents.

That is the only role as parliament has the power to agree or disagree with any proposals presented.

It is time our best selves is seen by the rest of the world. Canada did this in 1980’s and it has enriched that nation internationally.

Jenny Donovan, Beerburrum

Honest debate preferred

I’m always bemused by some comments or complaints submitted to your letters section.

Why do people complain about Telstra as though it’s still a government entity after it was sold to private interests?

In a capitalist system, they should band together and form their own telco to give a better service.

And I suggest many complainants voted for a government that sold off Telstra and similar government assets.

That said, it is a sad fact that expectations always exceed the ability of the technology to meet same.

If everyone wants to watch different movies at the same time (let alone social media, advertising and porn), the NBN and Telstra will need to massively increase their infrastructure and that necessarily requires ‘upgrades’ that involve service interruption.

Likewise I find the “discussions” about an entity called “God” puzzling since one group doesn’t believe in this entity’s existence and hence is talking about nothing, while another group talks as though they actually know what’s in the purported mind of said entity.

Neither party really knows just what they are talking about.

So a little less hypocrisy and a lot more humility and honesty is called for, methinks.

Karle Tietze Maleny

Keeping in the spirit of things

The letter in a previous edition of Letters to Editor entitled Critical Thinking at GC&M News did not say anything about the spiritual life behind religion.

There are lots of spiritual books and websites out there. Some good and some are rubbish like Osho Rajneesh and his sex cult. Some good spiritual books are “Politic’s of Being “ by Thomas Legrand or “The Future of God” by Deepak Chopra.

At Christmas time the Turks shook hands with the ANZAC’s at Gallipoli.

Behind war we help our oneness with all humanity. What if we had spiritual groups who raised money also alongside religion.

The spirit of doing good has no religion or

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Hey teachers, leave our phones alone

HOORAH to the state government for bringing a blanket ban on mobile phones in schools.

Here’s hoping this puts an end to the regular inane texts from your children between 9am and 3pm letting you know such whatevs as A ‘you call this lunch’, B ‘I’m soooo sick’ or C ‘put $20 in my account for lunch’.

School serves multiple purposes, not least giving parents a breather from their kids, but phones have put us on 24/7 high

anxiety red alert. Finally that comes to an end next year.

There will be a bunch of helicopter parents who will lose their mind at this, but I’d love to see the data showing that the addition of devices to the end of students’ arms has resulted in fewer lost/ stolen kids, better learning outcomes, more resilience or improved relationships. These phones are simply a scourge. I often talk to my smarter half about what improvements and/or efficiencies

The longer children are shielded from this reality and get to be and act their innocent best, the better off they and we are. As our ability to communicate gets

by technology, a few formative years of uninterrupted learning in the school unimpeded by the distraction of phones can only be a good thing.

Expo is a

The Sunshine Coast’s largest annual event, the Queensland Garden Expo, took place at Nambour Showgrounds over the weekend, attracting gardening enthusiasts and plant lovers from both near and far.

With tens of thousands of plants finding new homes, the Expo continues to be a significant tourism drawcard for the Sunshine Coast, with around 65 per cent of attendees travelling from outside the region.

The event, estimated to have an economic impact of over $10 million, saw queues forming at the gates on Friday morning,

highlighting its popularity. Attendees enjoyed sunny days as they connected with experts, exhibitors, and fellow gardening enthusiasts, exchanging knowledge and passion for plants.

Crowd favourite presenters included Costa Georgiadis, Claire Bickle, Sophie Thomson, Millie Ross, Phil Dudman and celebrity chef Matt Golinski. ABC’s Gardening Australia presenter Jerry Coleby-Williams said: “There’s not much that beats connecting with fellow gardening enthusiasts, discussing new ideas, and contributing to the gardening community.”

The Musos in Beerwah

Time: Tuesday July 11, 6 – 9pm

Where: Beerwah Hotel, 53 Beerwah

Parade, Beerwah

Barung Landcare Morning Tea

Outspoken

Jul 11

Info: A monthly music event (the second Tuesday), featuring our most impressive local musicians and guests from all around. This month will include The Levee which in their repertoire feature the music of acts such as the 70’s icon, Led Zeppelin, and regulars including Deni Chapple and Malcolm Holz playing both originals and covers. Coordinated by the Glasshouse Musos with its great PA sound, each act has a short set, so contact us if you’d like to book a spot. We might be able to squeeze you in if you turn up, but best to book.

Contact whitickerm@bigpond.com.

https://www.facebook.com/MuzikaMaleny/

100 years of Maleny Show - Film premiere

Time: Wednesday July 12, 9.30am

Time: Monday July 17, 9am

Where: Glass House Mountains

Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St, Glass House Mountains

Jul 17

Info: Are you interested in plants and Landcare? Come along and join us for a fabulous morning. Sarah and Jason from Barung Landcare will give a presentaion about the organisation. There will be plants, a range of Landcare books and an opprotunity for Q&A all things Landcare. Please RSVP your attendance to admin@ ghmnc.com or phone 5438 7000 as early as possible for catering purposes.

Sex and the City Quiz

Time: Wednesday July 19, 6pm for a 6.30pm start

Where: Glasshouse Tavern, 10 Reed Street, Glass House Mountains

Jul 12

Where: Landsborough Historical Museum, 4 Maleny St, Landsborough

Info: Celebrate 100 years of the Maleny Show with a film premiere showcasing its history. The film shares the stories and memories of many people closely involved with the Maleny Show over the years. Be inspired when you hear how from humble beginnings the show has evolved to become a cherished event in the local calendar. Register your attendance at https://shorturl.at/iBMO2.

Sunshine Singers

Time: Friday July 14

Where: St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Kings Beach, Caloundra

Jul 19

Info: Heaps of prizes, 2 course dinner and show package - $60. Main meal and show package $45. To book your tickets please call 5493 0933.

Glasshouse Hinterland

AFC Annual Ball

Time: Saturday July 22, 6pm-10pm

Time: Wednesday July 26, 6pm for 6.30pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Jul 26

Info: Our next Outspoken event is with the remarkable Anna Funder (of Stasiland fame). Her new book, Wifedom, will be released in early July. It’s bound to be quite controversial as, apart from a whole lot of other things, it gives a different picture of George Orwell to that which we are accustomed. Tickets $25 and $18 for students. Bookings https://www.trybooking. com/events/landing/1065087?eid=1065087&

Charity Pig Races

Time: Saturday July 29,

From 1pm onwards

Where: Mooloolah Valley Country

Club, 129 Connection Rd, Glenview

Jul 22

Where: Landsborough Sports Complex

Info: Lose the footy boots and dance the night away! Free entry for the event, there will be a DJ, a food van on site, and a reverse raffle with $20 tickets for the chance to win a $1000 prize. Dress code for the night is suits and gowns.

Festival of Music and Singing

Time: Sunday July 23, 1:05pm to begin at 1:55pm

Where: Caloundra Uniting Church, 56c Queen St, Caloundra

Jul 14

Info: Sunshine Singers, a newly formed choir of choristers with dementia. New Choir members with their carers are very welcome. For more information phone 5491 1866.

Amazing Fungi Exhibition

Time: Saturday 15-Sunday 23 July, 10am-3pm

Where: Mary Cairncross Scenic

Reserve

July 15-23

Info: Maleny Printmakers group are holding an Amazing Fungi Exhibition featuring Jenni Matthews, Jennifer Eurell, Jillian Bergman, Megan Lee, Noela Mills, Karen Shaw, Katie White and Susan Haddock.

Yandina Country Music

Time: Sunday July 16, 12noon

Jul 16

Where: 24 Steggalls Rd, Yandina Info: Be entertained with popular country, including more diverse, crowdpleasing favourites. Enjoy Don and Phil’s harmonies through guest artists The Elderly Brothers! Raffle, door prizes, BYO lunch, free tea and coffee. 24 Steggalls Road. Cost $8.

Jul 23

Info: The 2023 Festival of Music and Singing, followed by a splendid Welsh afternoon tea, is on the afternoon of July 23 at the Caloundra Uniting Church. See QR code on brochure for booking, can book online until 10am the day of where cash will be accepted at the door. Tickets are $27 for the general public, $25 for WSSC members, per person in groups of 10 and more $25 each. Enquiries to Emrys Jonesemandmo@bigpond.com or Susan James at simplesusans@gmail.com

Looking for connection or support for your young family?

Time: Monday July 24, 9.30am - 11.30am

Where: Glass House Mountains

Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St, Glass House Mountains

Jul 24

Info: Are you aware of what is available for families in your local area? Come along for a free and fun morning tea with Holly and Aimee from Caloundra Community Centre and explore what services and activities are there to support you and your family. Mums, Dads, Carers, Grandparents and children are all welcome. RSVP admin@ghmnc.com or phone 5438 7000.

Jul 29

Info: Charity Pig Races are back and this year we will be supporting endED. There will be outdoor bars supplied by Heads of Noosa Brewing Co, as well as food trucks and is a family friendly event. The first race starts at 1pm and will have live music till late!

The Families of Fairview

Time: Saturday, July 29. 1- 4 pm

Where: 15 Porters Lane North

Maleny

Jul 29

Info: Maleny’s Fairview (Pattemore House)

welcomes you this Saturday to come and visit. Films, oral histories, surveying displays and amazing images tell the tale of this 1907 pit-sawn farmhouse. Home-made afternoon teas are served on the graceful verandahs, overlooking the pretty restored gardens! Disabled access, plenty of parking. $5 entry - kids free.

Biennial Quilt show

Time: July 30, 9am to 3pm

Where: Caloundra Arts Centre, 5 North Street, Caloundra

Comedy for a cause

Time: Friday August 11, Doors open 6pm, show starts 7pm

Where: Maleny State School Hall, 16 Bunya Street

Aug 11

Info: Featuring comedians from Sydney & Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. This is an adults-only (18+) show. Food and Bar service available from 6pm. Child Minding ($30) is available from 6.30pmbookings essential as places limited! Event is in support of the Maleny State School P&C Association. To find out more visit: www.MalenyPandC.com.au/comedy-for-acause

QCWA Maleny – Label Reading Workshop

Time: Tuesday August, 10am–12pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, Bicentenary Meeting Room

1 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny

Cost: Gold coin donation

Aug 15

Info: Join us for a label reading workshop to learn how you can use and understand food labels on packaged items to help you make better choices for your health. Morning tea will be provided on the day. Spots are limited! RSVP by the 11th of August by emailing or texting Judy Stubbs to register your spot: judystubbs1@gmail.com or call 0411 647 140

Is there more to life than this?

Time: starting Sunday July 23, 4.30pm

Where: Church on the Rise, 27

Beerwah Parade, Beerwah

Jul

Info: The Caloundra Quilters show will display quilts in all manner of styles, colours, sizes and designs. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favourite quilt in each of the 3 categories – Large, Small and Challenge Quilts. Member’s handmade craft items will be for sale along with local trader’s tables and a bag raffle. Profits will be donated to the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge. Light refreshments will be available. Entry fee is $5. For information, please contact Deb Ridley on 0410 356 889 or Faye Carr on 0418 716 639.

Monica Trapaga All Stars

Time: Sunday August 6, from 2pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Aug 6

Info: The Maleny Arts Council presents Monica Trapaga All Stars, up close and personal with the weaver of stories, swinger of songs. We’d love you to join us for this brilliant opening to our Winter Season!

For bookings and more information: www.malenyartscouncil.com

Aug 15

Info: Alpha is a safe space to explore life, faith and God in a friendly, open and informal environment, with good food and good company. An opportunity to make friends and find out what really matters in life. Running over 9 weeks it’s a chance to ask all those big questions like is there really a God. Registration required for cateringFree Dinner provided Child Minding (small cost) - Contact church for more info on 5494 0655 or email: admin@cotr.org.au.

Garage Sale and Hall

Open Day

Time: September 9, 8am-12pm

Sep 9

Where: Glass House Hall, Coonowrin Road, Glass House Mountains

Info: Glasshouse Hall are having a Garage Sale and Hall Open Day. Members of the community are invited to come along and book at table for $10 to sell their items, The Hall will also have a table of items to sell, as well as a coffee van and BBQ.

There will also be a historical display and tours of the Hall. To book a table email glasshousehall@outlook.com.

A Prickly Situation

THE story is told of George de Mestral who lived in Commugny, Switzerland.

After taking his dog on a hunting trip he found the dog covered in burrs tangled in the long fur. Lovingly he began to cut the burrs out of the dogs coat without getting upset about it. In a relaxed frame of mind he took one of the cuttings and put it under the microscope. Amazed at its gripping power he studied them further. He noted their hundreds of “hooks” that caught on anything with a loop, such as clothing, animal fur, or hair. He saw the possibility of binding two materials reversibly in a simple fashion.

He went on to invent the product Velcro!

All because he used a prickly sticky situation to his advantage.

It is wisely stated “trouble never leaves you the same it either makes you bitter or better”. It’s true that pressure brings out the best in us and also sadly sometimes the worst. The pressures of life though, are a call for us to rise to the challenge,

Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah

Come and worship with us

Beerwah – Sunday 8.30am

Peachester Community Church –last Sunday of the month 5.30pm

Minister: Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan Ph. 0448 358 774 Email: churchgcuc@gmail.com

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY CALVARY CONGREGATION

You are most WELCOME to join us 9.00am each Sunday Reed Street, Glasshouse Mtns (next to RSL)

Sunday School, Women’s Fellowship, Bible Study

Contact: 5439 9341 or 5496 9671 www.glasshousemountains.lutheran.org.au

Is there more to life than this?

Contributed by Kylie Woodhead

and make life better.

The good news about life’s troubles is that God wants to help us through them and make us better in them.

Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28

We were never meant to do life alone. We were born to live in community and have the help of not only a God who provides the soil, rain and sunshine, but people who care and support us. The Church is a place where people can find love and support in times of trouble and difficulty.

May our prickly, uncomfortable situations be a time when we find God’s strength to make life better.

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 5pm: Peachester Rd, Beerwah Sunday 7am: Caloundra St, Landsborough

Sunday 9am: 45 Cedar Street, Maleny Ph: 5430 9390 9am to 1pm Mon-Fri www.caloundracatholicparish.net

ALPHA is a safe space to explore life, faith and God in a friendly, open and informal environment, with good food and good company. An opportunity to make friends and find out what really matters in life.

Running over 9 weeks it’s a chance to ask all those big questions like is there really a God.

“Alpha was the best thing I ever did. It helped answer some huge questions and to find a simple empowering faith in my life”.

Bear Grylls

Held weekly, starting Sunday July 23, 4.30pm at Church on the Rise, 27 Beerwah Parade, Beerwah. Registration is required for catering -

Free Dinner provided.

Child Minding (small cost) - Contact church for more info.

RSVP and for more info scan the QR code or contact the church office on: 5494 0655 or email: admin@cotr.org.au

Soup morning for View Club

Contributed by Janet Kitchin

GLASSHOUSE Country View Club enjoyed a soup morning for their July outing. A group of our ladies met at a member’s home – we had morning tea with some delicious slices followed later by a variety of soups all home made. We managed to sit outside on a lovely morning following the previous day’s rain where we chatted and drew raffles in what was a fund raising boost for our learning for life students. Our next lunch meeting will take the form of

Christmas in July on the 19th at 11am at the Glasshouse Country RSL 1 Reed Street Glasshouse Mountains. Our club raises funds for the Smith Family and the Learning for Life Program in all their activities. Our club currently supports 5 Learning for Life students. Any ladies who are interested in coming along to one of our events or would like to join our club should contact either Adrienne on 0408486124 or Janet on 0448845303. You can also visit our website on www.view.org.au or facebook

BEERWAH CHURCH 27 Beerwah Parade

Sundays 9 30am & Kids Church

Arise Youth: Fri 7pm (grade: 7-12 | term time)

E: wecare@cotr.org.au W: churchontherise.org.au

MALENY CHURCH Maleny Sports Park, via Porter’s Lane

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Mapping the brain

RESEARCHERS from the University of Sunshine Coast have published research suggesting that the future of preventative mental health could lie in giving 12-yearolds brain scans.

Professor Daniel Hermens, who leads the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study (LABS) at UniSC’s Thompson Institute, recently established that mapping the ‘uniqueness’ of an adolescent’s brain development using brain-fingerprinting might indicate whether they’ll experience mental health problems in the future.

As predictive modelling continues to advance in conjunction with AI, he believes this could one day become as commonplace as bowel cancer screening for 50-year-olds.

“With brain fingerprinting, we’ve established that MRIs already have the capability of screening for mental health risk factors,” he stated.

“This is only going to improve in the future, as the way we detect and track mental illness advances with wearable technology and developments in AI.

“Once brain scans can reliably predict mental health problems at early stages, I think there’s a case to be made for subsidising and increasing access to brain scans, given the huge burden and financial cost to Australia.”

The Australian Productivity Commission puts the cost of mental ill-health and suicide at around $200bn to $220bn per year.

It is estimated that adolescent-onset mental illness has an economic cost up to 10 times higher than adult-onset illnesses.

Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Emma McBride, said research like LABS is important for furthering our understanding of youth mental health.

work being done through the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study to better understand how we can predict mental ill-health at the early stages of a young person’s development.”

The research comes at a milestone moment for LABS, which is celebrating its 5th birthday. The original 12-year-old

Phones banned in state schools

QUEENSLAND state school students will be banned from using mobile phones during school hours from 2024 in new rules introduced by the Queensland Government. Education Minister Grace Grace has announced a comprehensive ban on mobile phones and certain wearable electronic devices, such as smartwatches, at all Queensland state schools during school hours, including break times, starting from Term 1, 2024.

The move aims to provide uniformity across schools and reinforce the existing bans already implemented by over 95% of schools during class times. However, around 15% of these schools do not extend the ban to break times.

The decision to implement a statewide ban comes after the completion of the Anti-Cyberbullying 2018 Taskforce recommendations. As part of this effort, all state schools were required to outline their management strategies for mobile phones

The Bleeding Obvious™ Vol 7

Dementia

By Dr Richard Johnston

Today we have a look at the surprising link between tooth loss and dementia

Recent research has unveiled a surprising connection between tooth loss and the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. A study conducted in Japan involving over 4,000 participants aged 65 and older revealed that individuals with fewer or no natural teeth had a higher likelihood of experiencing memory loss and being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, impaired cognitive functions, such as delayed memory and calculation abilities, were associated with periodontal disease.

didn’t know much about the brain or mental Farrelly said.

“Now I hope to study psychology and work either as a clinician or in research. LABS has played a significant role in that,” said Duncan Farrelly, 16.

“It’s fascinating to see how my brain has changed as I’ve grown older and to hear how that’s helped advance science.

In the study, researchers assessed the dental health and psychiatric well-being of the participants. They discovered a significant correlation between tooth loss and cognitive decline. Participants with a substantial number of natural teeth demonstrated a lower risk of memory loss and stage Alzheimer’s disease compared to those with fewer teeth. The findings suggest that maintaining a healthy set of teeth may play a crucial role in preserving cognitive function as individuals age.

in relation to cyberbullying and classroom distractions.

To ensure a well-informed approach, the Department commissioned an independent review by Cheryl Vardon, former Queensland Family and Child Commissioner, whose full report is due later this month. Ms. Vardon has already indicated that one of her core recommendations is the implementation of statewide restrictions on mobile phone access during school hours.

The Department will collaborate closely with schools to determine the best implementation strategies based on their unique circumstances. For instance, smaller outback schools may require students to hand in their phones to designated staff members, while larger schools with thousands of students may choose to utilise lockable pouches.

In addition to the mobile phone ban, Minister Grace will engage with Education

Welcome for local pharmacies

The Royal Australian College of GPs says a financial boost to community pharmacies will help continuing to provide services to regions.

help continue to provide services has expressed appreciation for the recent financial boost provided to community pharmacies across Australia. The changes, effective from July 1, include increased payment to pharmacies for dispensing medicines, doubled location allowances for pharmacies outside major cities, and assured pharmacy medicine stocks.

RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins

emphasised the importance of a strong primary care system and collaboration between GPs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. The financial support is particularly beneficial for rural communities, with the regional pharmacy maintenance allowance doubling and enabling eligible pharmacies in remote areas to receive over $90,000 annually. Dr. Higgins highlighted the vital role pharmacies play in medication dispensing and the provision of subsidized services like opioid dependence treatment, medication reviews, and Indigenous health.

Ministers from other states and territories to establish consistent guidelines for implementation. Queensland will also maintain its work in anti-cyberbullying.

Ms Grace expressed her gratitude for the support of school principals and leaders thus far and encouraged those who wish to introduce or update bans before next year to do so.

Students will still be allowed to bring phones to school for communication with parents or guardians outside school hours, and exemptions will be available for digital learning and specific circumstances related to health and well-being.

Furthermore, the study highlighted a connection between periodontal disease and cognitive impairment. Blood tests revealed that impaired delayed memory and calculation abilities were associated with the presence of periodontal disease. This link adds to the growing body of evidence suggesting that oral health and general cognitive health are intertwined. Periodontal disease may lead to systemic inflammation, affecting the brain and contributing to cognitive decline. Another finding is that tooth loss may impact dietary habits, leading to nutritional deficiencies that can affect brain health.

The findings of this study emphasise the importance of maintaining good oral health as a potential strategy for preventing cognitive decline and dementia. Regular dental check-ups, proper oral hygiene practices, and prompt treatment of gum disease are crucial for preserving not only dental health but also cognitive function. Health professionals should consider oral health assessments as part of routine evaluations for individuals at risk of dementia. Additionally, promoting awareness of the link between oral health and cognitive well-being among the general public can encourage better oral hygiene practices and potentially reduce the burden of dementia.

The unexpected association between tooth loss and dementia underscores the significance of oral health in overall well-being. By recognising the potential impact of oral health on cognitive function, individuals can take proactive steps to maintain healthy teeth and gums, potentially reducing the risk of developing dementia later in life.

To book an appointment with Dr Johnston simply call Beerwah Dental 07 5494 0766 or visit www.beerwahdental.com.au to book online

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Are you thinking about renovating your property prior to selling?

If the past few years have highlighted one trend it’s the fact Australian’s love a good property makeover. After all, what’s not to enjoy about seeing a property transformed into an oasis that you can call home?

But there’s a big difference between renovating a property for you to enjoy in the years to come and revamping one in the interests of a quick sale. So, let’s look at where to focus your attention if you’re thinking about renovating before selling your home.

Big-ticket spaces

The kitchen and bathrooms remain bigticket spaces for potential buyers. In fact, research continually indicates a tired or dated kitchen or bathroom can be a deal-breaker, with buyers acutely aware these can be expensive areas to renovate after sale.

If you are considering revamping your kitchen or bathroom prior to selling your property, consider cost effective ways of giving these rooms an update. This includes new countertops, cabinetry, and tapware, rather than a major reconfiguration of the room.

An extra bedroom?

Whether it’s for guests or an extra study area, increasingly homeowners are seeking the space and flexibility of a fourth bedroom, rather than the once traditional three-bedroom home. If your home lends itself to creating this

Outdoor entertaining areas

Indoor/outdoor living remains a drawcard for most Australian properties, so turn your attention to areas which fit this brief. Perhaps it’s a paved courtyard or decked outdoor entertaining area. Maybe it’s a gazebo in the garden which accommodates an outdoor setting, or perhaps it’s a covered area adjacent to the home, complete with outdoor kitchen. However, you choose to approach it, outdoor entertaining areas are a favoured part of the Australian lifestyle, and creating this space is a renovation that doesn’t have to break the bank.

If you’re considering a renovation, this is an avenue that could be worth investigating, along with security features, smart watering systems and other elements that add to the secure, low maintenance lifestyle buyers would enjoy in your property.

Ask the experts

Whether or not to renovate prior to selling a property is a big question that many vendors have. And if in doubt, we’d suggest seeking the opinion of a trusted agent. A good agent can help you determine if that renovation really is worth the investment, along with offering advice on the areas in your home which might benefit most from a revamp.

Meanwhile, there are some upgrades that lend themselves to DIY, and others where only professional skills will suffice. So, speak with your agent about what improvements they feel are necessary in order to sell your home quickly, for the best possible price.

Kerb appeal

The first thing a potential buyer will gauge is the street appeal of your home, so if there’s one area to focus on prior to selling, arguably this is it.

The aim is to make a great first impression that entices prospective buyers to attend an open home. This starts with the basics of mowing, weeding, and gardening but can also extend to fencing, landscaping and more.

Cost saving features

Right about now the cost of living is featuring heavily in the headlines, which is why cost-saving measures such as solar panels and energy efficient lighting are welcome features many potential buyers look for.

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BEERWAH QCWA AGM

Please be advised that the Beerwah QCWA branch will be holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday July 31at 9.30am in the Beerwah branch hall, 11 Simpson St Beerwah. We welcome guest speaker Lauren Barone, Community Development Officer from Caloundra Community Centre. All welcome. Enquires email: qcwabeerwahsecretary@gmail.com

BUTTERFIELD, Joyce Florence

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Aged 94 years

Passed 28th June, 2023 after a short illness.

Mum’s Children, Trevor, Maggie, Verenie, Sue and Graeme, and their Families, will be forever grateful to Dr Sarah Blyth, Nurses and Staff for the loving care and support given to her whilst in Palliative Care, at Nambour Selangor Private Hospital.

Our sincere thanks and appreciation to Reverend Liena Hoffman and Mum’s beautiful friends at the Maleny Uniting Church, Maleny Garden Club, where she was a Life Member, Medicine on Maple and Blackall Range Care. Also sincere thanks to her dear friends in the wider communities of Maleny, Brisbane and Cloncurry. Your love, friendship and support throughout Mum’s life was very valued by her, and her loving family. A Thanksgiving Service will be held on Friday, 14th July, 2023 at the Maleny Uniting Church at 11.00 am, followed by light refreshments in the Church Hall. Feel free to wear something colourful or a flower to honour Joyce.

Our beautiful Mother, Joyce, a Friend to all. A lady of Grace, Dignity and unshakeable Faith, forever in our hearts and memories.

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Beerwah Ladies Golf

Contributed by Brenda Briese

AFTER a very welcome splash of rain we are back to some beautiful golfing weather.

Saturday 24th June we had a postponed Monthly Medal with 26 players. Winner Cathy Stone with a lovely score of 67 nett followed by Sonia Kenway 71 nett on a count back. Gross winner Jo Malone 79 gross.

NTPs 14. Emily Eyles, 16. Marilyn Walsh, 2nd shot 18. Dot Smith. BRD went to 77 nett.

Thursday 29th June was a Stableford with a field of 39 ladies in two divisions. Div 1 winner Sonia Kenway 38 pts from Cindy Godfrey 35pts. Div2 winner was a new lady to our club Juleen Nock 38pts from Vikki Bartel 36 pts ocb. NTPs 2. Andrea Campbell, 5. Joey Eccles, 16. Lorraine Dillon, 2nd shot 18. Sonia Kenway. BRD went to 33 pts.

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The Range Croquet

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Medal with a field of 23 players. Winner was Jo Malone 72 nett from Robyn Ryan 73 nett. Gross Winner Andrea Campbell 87 gross. NTPs 5. Angela Nix, 16. Cathy Stone, 2nd shot 18. Andrea Campbell. BRD went to 76 nett.

Thursday 6th July another Monthly Medal with 53 players. Div1 Winner Karen Gannon 70 nett followed by Marilyn Walsh 73 nett. Gross Winner Sonia Kenway 83 gross. Div2 Winner Teri Oberhofer 74 nett from Lea Garner 75 nett. Gross Winner Lea Doyle 97 gross. Div 3. Winner Beth Abraham 71 nett followed by Elvie Chamley 74 nett. Gross Winner Ellen Crook107 gross.

NTPs 5. Mavis Brimelow. 14. Carol Fraser. 16. Lorraine Dillon. 2nd shot 18. Lea Doyle. Best Putter. Natasha Larard. BRD went to 78 nett.

Saturday 8th July was a Stableford with 23 players. Winner Marie Goyder 41pts R/up Jo Malone 37pts. NTPs 5 & 2nd shot 18 Dot Smith. 16 Sonia Kenway. BRD went to 31pts. game apiece in a tight competition.

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Last weekend Donna Manning played in the Women’s Open of the Gold Coast Tweed tournament in Murwillimbah. She scored three wins from six in the double round robin as did the other three ladies. Donna came second on net hoops behind Heather Knight from Stephens Club, a great result considering the three other players are regular members of the Queensland state team. Donna is a reserve. She commented on how good the Murwillimbah lawns were and thanked the organisers.

Thursday was the first use of the lawn after a wet Tuesday, but ricochet croquet had a bumper day with a pennants competition against Bribie. Sarah Widin lost to Dolly Taylor 15 – 20, Dianne Horsman beat Don Baily 19 – 12, but Maleny lost the rubber 1 – 2 when Vince Carbery went down to Allison Beer and Jan McNee 13 – 17. Congratulations Bribie on a well-fought win. Association social play in the afternoon resulted in a 12 – 6 win to Wallace Roy and Kath Smith against Lynette Evans and Sally Adams.

Ken Barker and Chris Borlase played in the Windsor Brooch at Windsor Club on Friday winning a

Beerwah Bridge Club

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On Sunday Stuart Craig and Wallace 9 beat Vince and Lynette 6. Chris pegged out against Dianne 26 – 11 while Carole Atkinson and Donna narrowly lost to Nick Cram and Sarah 5 – 6.

Play days:

Association: Thursday and Sunday. Please arrive at 1 pm for games to be arranged by 1.30. Contact Sarah Widin 0417640704 for other days.

Ricochet: Tuesday. Please arrive at 8.45 a.m. for games to be arranged by 9.00 a.m. Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8am. Our web address is: https:// rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au. For details contact Sarah Widin 0417 640 704 (President)

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Glasshouse Country Bowls

Contributed by David Hayes

WEDNESDAY 05.07.23 9.30am

Social - Jack Timm, Allan Pashby and Brendan Freshwater def

Steph Sleeman, Jonathan Orr and Steve Phillips 18-15. Ian Sleeman, Margaret Smith and John Annakin def Annette Capern, Carol Lewis and Rob Scullion 20-19. M Gainsford, Viv James and Chris Freshwater def Jos Evans, Jenny Morris and Margaret Gibson 22-20. Jill Kirchheiner and Rae Farrell def Di Hume and Warren Blackbourne 19-16.

Thursday 06.07.23 12.30pm

Social Bowls - Another great arvey of bowls with 38 players. Winners of the day with the highest margin of 25 were Sue Luck, Don Teirney and Barry Kirk. R/Up with a + 21 margin were Anette Capern and Darcy Wilson. Lucky draw was won by Warren Blackbourne and Graham Nicholson. $30 meat voucher was won by Russ Turner and the $20 cash to Frank Buckley. Mixed Fours draw is up, please check when you are playing.

Witta Tennis

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Nambour Nailers played their best team to contest an always close encounter with Witta Wompoos on Sunday in the Sunshine Coast vets competition. Intermittent wind conditions proved challenging with the home team winning the first 2 sets followed by Witta evening the score after some impressive men’s doubles combinations. After the lady’s doubles Nambour were up by one set, leaving Witta determined to commit to the chase. Haydyn Craven had the best average for the team winning three of his four sets with Sean, Tony and Mal close behind. The Nambour combination of Martelle and Karien proved too strong for Paula and Colleen who filled in for Witta in style. A big thank you to Colleen for completing our team and enjoying some great tennis. Witta went down 7 sets to 5 sets at the end of an entertaining day. Witta Wompoos play Murgon at Gympie on July 23rd in our next match.

Grants for footy fans

YOUNG residents of Glasshouse Mountains are being offered an exciting opportunity to turn their dreams into reality. To celebrate the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, official partner Optus is launching a nation-wide Inspiration Grants program worth $192,000, with 64 grants valued at AUD$3,000 each. The grants are open to individuals

Bulldogs continue on their bulldozing run

THE Beerwah Bulldogs A Grade side continues to blitz the local competition and remain undefeated with just six weeks to the finals.

The squad’s latest victims were the Caboolture Snakes who were beaten 20-12 in Saturday night’s Indigenous Round clash at Beerwah.

It wasn’t all one way traffic though, with the Doggies having to scramble after going into halftime down 10-0.

Coach Brett Hill said it was a frustrating game, but was pleased to see the squad dig deep with four unanswered second half tries.

“We gave away a few too many penalties, the discipline wasn’t very good and if you give the team too much ball, they are going to score against you eventually,” he said.

“I think some frustration crept in and we were better in the second half, and ended up scoring four tries, with Daniel Marjanovic scoring a double.”

Brett has out the undefeated season to date was down to the

really good mates so they are really putting in for each other every week, they don’t want to let each other down,” he said. “Losing the grand final last year burnt them a bit, and it’s still in the back of their mind so they want to do one better this year, they put a lot of high expectations on themselves.”

The squad has also benefitted from fewer injuries so far this year.

“This year we haven’t had quite as many injuries this year, last year we were lucky to be training at all with the amount of injuries we had,” he said.

“Kai Busiko broke his cheek bone last week so he needs to visit a specialist now, I’m not sure if we will be back for the finals, but he will be missed.

“Jamie Hill broke his nose too but he’s my son so I’ll make him play. He’ll be fine to play in the finals, he doesn’t have a choice.”

Brett added that despite the squad’s success, there was still scope to improve.

“We have a really strong defence line, so a lot of teams really

Beerwah boys

ready

to box in Brisbane

DANA ‘Deadly’ Coolwell says he has what it takes to win the International Boxing Federation Pan Pacific Featherweight title in the July 15 clash with Olympian Luke Boyd at the Fortitude Music Hall.

Coolwell said his training leading into his upcoming fight this weekend has been positive, and that he’s primed and ready to defeat his opponent.

“I’m feeling great, and ready to go, it has been a great preparation with lots of hard work done… all that’s left is to freshen up and make weight,” he

Dana is fighting for his second IBF title, after failing to secure the IBF Youth Super Feather title against Ender Luces in 2022, and said he knows what to do this

“I have to stick to what I do best which is box smart, he likes

to load up and look for the KO so it’s the classic Boxer v Puncher,” he said.

“I believe come fight night I’ll have all the tools to beat Luke Boyd.”

The Beerwah based boxer also spoke about the importance to him to win this fight and title, and how proud he feels to have this opportunity.

“I’m very proud to fight for this title as it will put me higher in the rankings and get me a step closer to my goal,” Dana said.

“This next fight is a massive step in my career to get me to that next level… so a win on July 15th will get me in the rankings then bigger and better fights.”

If Dana wins this fight, he hopes it will lead him in the right direction towards another title fight, whether its regional or a title that brings him closer to a world title.

Goannas make a statement at Indigenous Football Festival

Goannas and junior Matildas player Rosie McMahon excelled in the July 1 clash, scoring three of the six goals, but club president Wayne Alberts said it was a great effort across the board.

aged 13 to 19 in Glasshouse Mountains and cover various disciplines, including sports, science, arts, and more. Optus believes that inspiration starts with saying “Yes,” and with 64 matches being broadcast live on Optus Sport, there are 64 moments for young Australians to find their inspiration and apply for a grant.

Cam Luby, Head of Consumer Marketing at Optus, emphasised the company’s commitment to inspiring the next

important to the indigenous team, playing the opening match to the Indigenous Australian men and women teams who faced off against the Aotearoa Maori teams.

generation of teenagers in Glasshouse Mountains. The Inspiration Grants program aims to alleviate financial barriers and support young people in pursuing

“They loved the feeling of being the curtain raisers, I think they just enjoyed putting on the Goannas jersey, they were really excited about it and we are all a family so it was important to them,” he said. Wayne added that the atmosphere at the International Festival of Indigenous Football was electric, with a total of 5001000 spectators enjoying a full day of representative football.

Ellie Cole and Mack Horton, are lending their support to the initiative, encouraging young Aussies to dream big and apply for the grants. Ellie Cole, Australia’s Greatest Female Paralympian, spoke about how watching female athletes on the world stage ignited her own ambitions. She believes that the FIFA Women’s World Cup will inspire the next generation of world champions and leaders.

Mack Horton, Gold

Medal Olympian, shared his own experiences and highlighted the importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who share similar goals.

To apply for the grants, young individuals are encouraged to visit www.optus.com.au/grants and answer the question, “What future goal are you inspired to say yes to, and how would this grant help you achieve this goal?” in 100 words or less. Applications will close on August 20, coinciding with the conclusion of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

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2023 NRL FOOTY TIPPING COMP

S of O: QLD vs NSW Knights vs Wests Tigers

Bulldogs vs Broncos Sea Eagles vs Cowboys

Roosters vs Storm Warriors vs Sharks Dolphins vs Panthers Eels vs Titans

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Rabbitohs Storm Cowboys Warriors Tigers Roosters

Bulldogs

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Sharks Raiders Warriors Rabbitohs

Panthers Eels Rabbitohs Storm

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Raiders Broncos Dragons Roosters

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Panthers Eels Rabbitohs Storm

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LAST ROUND: 3 TOTAL: 57

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Raiders Broncos Dragons Titans

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