Edition 18 January 2012

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Hi Everyone I can’t believe that the holidays are over and it is back to work – already. I don’t know why it comes as a shock each year but apparently once my brain switches off for the holidays it seems very reluctant to respond to the on switch too early in January.

This year we went away for nearly two weeks and at no time did we have any computer access – so I didn’t look at emails or check facebook and for some of the time we couldn’t even charge up our mobiles – and it was fabulous!

And I am pleased to say I didn’t suffer from any technology dependency withdrawal symptoms – I loved it. I have read that for some people a day without access to their iphone can cause them severe physical responses with twitching, mood swings, and virtual panic attacks.

Not sure what this says about me – I would like to think it is something like being well adjusted, with a balanced approach to work and home life – and a positive attitude to life following the approach that you should take time out to smell the roses.

A bit like our birthday girl on the front cover – on a nice hot day last week she and her friends took some time out to enjoy the last of the summer holidays at the Beerwah Pool.

So Happy New Year to you all and here’s to everyone remembering to take some time out during 2012 to stop and enjoy themselves.

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This Week in GCNews Local news........................................... 3-12 Doing business........................................ 14 Community groups................................... 16 What a Woman Wants.............................. 17 You said it....................................... 18 & 20 Health Check.......................................... 19 Elected Reps........................................... 21 Health beauty & wellbeing........................ 22 Living..................................................... 23 Out and about......................................... 24 Things 2 do............................................. 25 Churches and community notices.............. 26 Real estate......................................... 27-28 Trades............................................... 29-34 Gardening............................................... 34 Sports news............................................ 35 Classifieds.......................................... 36-37 Fun page................................................. 38

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The Australian Government Mobile Office will set up in the Coochin Creek Co-Operative car park, Simpson Street, Beerwah, from 9.30am - 4.00pm. Staff can assist people with a range of services, including new claims for a wide range of Centrelink payments, updating Centrelink and Medicare customer information, confirming customer documents and supporting information, information on how financial matters may impact on Centrelink payments, payment and service options to suit individual circumstances, non-cash Medicare transactions such as arranging cheque or EFTPOS claim payments, Medicare enrolments, and specialist support and referrals. Itineraries and more information about the Australian Government Mobile Offices are available at www.centrelink.gov.au or people can call 13 23 16.

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U3A on display, 9.00am - 12.00noon at the Lake Kawana Community Centre, Bokarina. Discover and learn about the University of the Third Age. New term starts January 30, 2012, with 150 classes, lectures, workshops and physical activities. www.u3asunshine.org.au Phone 5476 5802.

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Maleny Film Society’s 2012 Festival of Australian Films at the Maleny Community Centre, featuring special guest Judy Morris.

See story on page 9.

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Pumicestone District Orchid and Foliage Society Inc’s next meeting,7.30pm at the Ningi Community Hall, Bribie Island Road. Visitors welcome. For more information phone Di 5496 2861.

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Glass House Legacy Laurel Club’s monthly meeting,10.30am at the Glass House Bowls Club.

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Sunshine Coast Australia Day awards, 4.30pm - 5.30pm at the Maroochy Baptist Centre, North Buderim

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THURSDAY

Australia Day celebrations at Aussie World, see story on page 11.

Australia Day celebrations at Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Caloundra, from 10.00am - 5.00pm.

Blackall Range Visual Artists first exhibition for the year, featuring an Australian theme, 9.30am 4.00pm daily, St Mary’s Hall, Village Green, Montville. Free admission.

The next edition of GCNews will be January 25. Deadlines are as follows: Editorial - 12noon Friday General & trades advertising - 12noon Friday Classifieds - 12noon Monday Sports - 10.30am Monday

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Glass House student Talulah celebrated her 14th birthday in sizzling summer style at the Beerwah Pool last week, seeking out its cool and shady surrounds which proved the perfect location to celebrate with a group of friends. See more summer holiday snaps on page 24.

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Colin and Noeleen Howard celebrate 50 years of wedded bliss on January 20.

Colin and Noeleen met in their home town of Maleny where they both grew up on dairy farms, later marrying in Maleny on January 20, 1962 making Glass House Mountains their home.

They share farmed for a while and then bought the family home which they still live in and raised their three children, Sharon, Michele and Gavin.

Now both retired, they are enjoying life travelling when they can to see the rest of Australia. Colin worked most of his married life for the Main Roads Department, starting at the quarry which once operated on the side of Ngun Ngun (the entrance to Spring Burn Drive was once the front gate to the quarry grounds), as well as spending some holidays and weekends working on tobacco farms in the local area to give his family a few extra luxuries.

Noeleen worked at the local store which now is home to the IGA complex and then spent many years working at Matilda, first in the fruit stall and then in the kitchen.

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Their family is extremely proud of them reaching this great milestone and will be waiting to celebrate with them. Congratulations mum and dad, love Sharon, Denis, Michele, Bruce, Gavin, Kellie, Adam, Tina, Kellie, Shane, Sarah, Brian, Ty, Shannon and Beau.

It’s obviously something about the country, or maybe just 1962, as living within a short walk of Noeleen and Colin are two other couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversaries in the next two weeks. Congratulations to Anne and Bray Howard, and to Les and Anne Hatchman, hope you all enjoy celebrating this great milestone with your family and friends.

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Nearly 4,000 people have signed a petition urging the State Government to make changes to the draft plan for the Bruce Highway upgrade between Caloundra Road and the Sunshine Motorway.

Aussie World Garage manager Steve Amos started the petition last month in response to the Department of Transport and Main Roads release of the planning study.

It outlines a Federal Government commitment of $13 million to extend Frizzo Road and upgrade the dangerous entry ramp to the Bruce Highway by 2013, which looks set to be ripped up with the plan also outlining intentions to remove six entry and exit ramps along the seven kilometre stretch in the future.

Residents and traders said the closure would have damaging long-term implications, and force them and visitors to travel even further to get to their homes and the popular tourist attraction Aussie World.

Mr Amos said he is fighting to keep the ramps to access Aussie World in place and fears his business could collapse if people are forced to travel further.

“We’ll be hit hard, this whole complex will go down,” he said.

“They’ve released a blueprint which is a one-sizefits-all, but it doesn’t.

“I agree the Bruce Highway needs to be upgraded … but if they maintain this draft plan at the

moment it would pretty much destroy my business.”

Mr Amos said 80 per cent of his business was from local highway traffic, with 20 per cent from tourists, and about 750 customers visit his store daily.

He said he was also concerned about the traffic congestion that would occur at a roundabout planned for Steve Irwin Way that motorists would have to access to enter Aussie World.

“I don’t think they’ve thought about the amount of traffic coming from the Hinterland, off the highway and from Caloundra to this planned roundabout. What they’re doing is taking a bottle-neck that already exists and moving it.”

Aussie World General Manager David Thompson said he appreciated the initial exit road upgrade to Frizzo Road, but wants future development of the tourism precinct to co-exist with the highway upgrade, and guaranteed signage at either end of the seven kilometre stretch.

“We are one of the biggest tourist attractions on the Coast and this plan will make it difficult to access,” he said, adding that the complex still doesn’t have a bus stop for visitors.

“The biggest issue for us is if they don’t allow us to keep developing the property and put us on hold for 19 years until 2031.

“We hope to use the remaining two-thirds of our property in expansions and a water park may be part of it.”

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Is an airport back on the radar?

Mark McArdle with Steve Amos of Aussie World Garage Mr Thompson said 71 per cent of visitors to Aussie World are people from Caloundra to Noosa.

Member for Caloundra, Mark McArdle, said Main Roads had provided a solution to the problem area of the highway, without any consideration of the impact it will have on businesses, tourism and residents of the area.

“This plan is short-sighted, it leaves businesses in doubt and casts a dark economic cloud over their future,” he said.

“I understand the upgrade is to cater for the thousands of cars that use this section of the highway every day, but this plan to upgrade doesn’t allow the highway to function as a tourist gateway to Aussie World and its 13 businesses.

“To remove existing access ramps is ridiculous and I would encourage the planners behind this study to start making amendments now.”

Consultation closes mid-February. People can email their comments to brucehwycr-sm@ghd.com or visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au Copies of the plan are also available from Mr McArdle’s electorate office.

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The possibility of aircraft flying overhead the heritage listed Glasshouse Mountains is “ill-conceived”, according to State Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell.

Mr Powell and Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle have both raised serious concerns over mayoral candidate Debbie Blumel’s plans to relocate the Caloundra Aerodrome and remove control of the existing site from the State Government.

According to a report in a Caloundra newspaper last week, Cr Blumel reportedly plans to ask the State Government to gift the Aerodrome site to council to “take control of the tendering process” and relocate the Aerodrome to a 350 hectare site south of Caloundra on the eastern side of the Bruce Highway.

Mr Powell, the Shadow Environment Minister, said the ill-conceived plan puts the Beerwah and Glass House communities under constant threat of aircraft taking off and landing.

“Both of those areas are growing rapidly in population, and this plan is simply placing a current situation somewhere else,” Mr Powell said.

“These communities spoke loud and clear when the Aerodrome was originally under threat of relocation, they don’t want it to happen again.

“We must not forget either that the Glasshouse Mountains are heritage listed and should not be subject to flights overhead.”

Mr McArdle said the Caloundra Aerodrome has been in its present location for 80 years.

“This Aerodrome was here first, and other communities were built around it. To move the site next to existing townships is ridiculous.

“These operators have already been put through enough as a result of council’s bungling of the tendering process."

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Double celebration for Coochin Creek Co-op Coochin Creek Fruit Growers Co-operative had twice as many reasons to celebrate at their annual Christmas function held on December 16 at the Glasshouse Mountains Bowls Club, with the event also marking their 75th anniversary.

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There were two very special people in the life of Rev George Woodward when he conducted his firstever church service 35 years ago in far-off Arnhem Land, NT. George’s thoughts were not of explorer Rev George Woodward Matthew Flinders retires at Glass House (who named the area which is some 500 kilometres from Darwin, after his ship Arnhem in 1623) but of just making it through to the end of the service which marked his first outback church posting.

Fortunately, his wife Bernadette was on hand with support along with Mary Fletcher, a teacher in the area, now retired at Palmwoods, who has become a valued family friend, referred to as ‘Nanny’.

In a significant reunion on Christmas Day 2011, appropriately falling on a Sunday, both women were on hand for George’s last official service held at the Uniting Church at Glass House, with an overflowing congregation to mark the event.

Mary, 85, recalled last week, “all those years ago, George was a bit nervous for his first service at the Yirrkala Aboriginal community on the north-east tip of Arnhem Land.”

George watches a special DVD presentation with the younger ones.

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Son Lee Woodward, a Darwin baker, made a holiday trip to join Bernadette, George and Mary for the service.

The Arnhem Land posting began a long period of service in isolated areas in the far north of NT and WA plus time spent as chaplain counselling tough-minded teenagers at Kormilda College, Darwin.

The genteel surrounds of the pristine Glass House Country United Church presents something of a contrast with the sites of their early outback services but George and Bernadette loved every minute of their Aboriginal support program.

George, 63, will take a well-earned rest for several months before making himself available for relieving appointments with the church.

If he was conscious of the significance of the Christmas Day occasion, George made only a passing reference to his departure as he confidently stepped through a busy service with plenty of backing including organ, piano, guitar and trombone plus the fully-voiced congregation happily tackling their favourite Christmas hymns.

Little ones were not overlooked with a DVD presentation for the younger members who sat on the front carpet with George stretched out among them.

All church-goers had a permanent reminder to mark the special occasion after George personally handed a present to each person.

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Pictured is first prize winner Lisa West with Rachel Munyard.

Congratulations also to second prize winner Grant, and third prize winner A Rasmussen.

Judy Morris at this weekend’s Festival of Films Sydney-based screenwriter/actress Judy Morris is the special guest for the Maleny Film Society’s 2012 Festival of Australian Films at the Maleny Community Centre on January 20-21.

Judy has enjoyed an extensive career as a screen actress, and fans of the TV series ‘Mother and Son’ will recognise her as the coolly elegant Liz. Her screen credits as a writer include ‘Babe’, ‘Happy Feet’ and, most recently, ‘The Eye of the Storm’.

‘The Eye of the Storm’ (starring Geoffrey Rush, Judy Davis and Charlotte Rampling) will be screened on Friday, January 20. The doors to the Maleny Community Centre will open at 6.00pm for tickets, bar and dinner, with catering

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Cost of admission for the evening is $18.00 (or $13.00 for members of the Film Society). Dinner costs are extra.

The festival continues on Saturday with the screening in the afternoon of Judy Morris ‘Face to Face’ (based on a David Williamson play), and in the evening with ‘Walk Talking Country’ (by local film maker Robyn Hofmeyr) and ‘The Hunter’ (based on the novel by Lulia Leigh).

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This week, our Beerwah State High correspondent, Narelle Hill, shares with us some of the fascinating insights from her ‘vacation’ overseas last month with teacher Jo Byrne from Beerwah State High.

From Narelle Hill Beerwah State High correspondent The group that we went with was yLead, a youth leadership group whose philosophy is ‘Leadership is anything that you do to make the world a better place.’

Jo Byrne (my Drama teacher) and I had the privileged of going to Nepal and India with the group’s founder, Bernie Kelly, and 28 others.

While in Nepal we taught lessons and cleaned / painted a classroom at Khagendra, a school for children with disabilities. We also donated the money we had raised previously to the trip in the hope that it would help them in building new facilities.

For the next 12 days we trekked from the village of Lukla, renowned for its terrifying air strip, to Everest Base Camp and back allowing us to bond quickly as a group. Along the way we came across many adventures, (such as meeting and being blessed by the Lama of a monastery, teaching more lessons to children and an impromptu Nepalese dance party with our Sherpas) and misadventures, some of which resulted in a few people getting flown out by helicopter.

Back in Kathmandu we had a couple of days to relax before jetting over to India where we witnessed Hindus bathing in Mother Ganga, an open crematorium and the site of Buddha’s first sermon. All of these things were quite eye opening and enlightening in regards to their culture and how different our lives are. We were given the opportunity to attend mass and volunteer at Mother Teresa’s for a day. For that day I worked in Shishu Bhavan, a ward for children with disabilities, with others from my group. Although we helped with feeding etc the main thing was purely giving the children attention.

That leads us to our group celebration night where we all dressed up in traditional Indian clothing, reminisced and enjoyed ourselves.

The next day our group split, some going home, while the others went on to the Taj Mahal.

Twenty of the 31 went to the Taj, myself being one and I can honestly say that it is the most exquisite, majestic building I have ever seen and probably will ever see. That brought an end to our adventure and it came at the perfect time as quite a few of us were getting struck down with food poisoning at that point.

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(above) The statue that we have helped fund with the Lama of Pangboche (right) Narelle Hill and Jo Byrne at Khagendra Vocational School Photos by Samuel Hawley

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Celebrate Australia Day at Aussie World!

Community Engagement

Thursday, January 26 Australia Day at Aussie World attracts thousands of people looking for family fun. The day is filled with ‘true blue’ events, entertainment and food suitable for the entire family. On top of all this there are loads of prizes, giveaways and a great raffle!

Bruce Highway Upgrade Planning Study (Caloundra Road to Sunshine Motorway) Transport and Main Roads is seeking community feedback on a draft plan for the future upgrade of the Bruce Highway between Caloundra Road and the Sunshine Motorway.

The planning focuses on: • upgrading the Bruce Highway/Sunshine Motorway interchange • upgrading the Bruce Highway/Caloundra Road interchange • widening the Bruce Highway from four lanes to six lanes between Caloundra Road and the Sunshine Motorway • providing a western service road by extending Frizzo Road to Steve Irwin Way in the south, and Tanawha Tourist Drive in the north.

Ute Show Don’t miss out on the Aussie World Australia Day Ute Show where utes from all over will be on show in front of the Ettamogah Pub. There are various Ute Show Categories and if you’d like to register your Ute, contact event organiser Melinda Ruhle via email dashashome@bigpond. com This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 5439 9683.

Aussie World Activities After the Dunny Races and Ute Show, head inside Aussie World where there’s over 30 rides and games to have fun on. The entire day is assured to be a rip-roaring time out for the whole family. Grab your family and friends and go where the locals go for family fun - Aussie World and the Ettamogah Pub! It’s the only place to be on Australia Day, Thursday, January 26.

For further information phone us on 5494 5444. www.gcnews.com.au

To find out more about the planning, visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au (search “Bruce Highway Planning Study).

Have your say We invite you to comment on the draft plan. Your input will help shape future planning for the upgrade.

Visit a public display Public displays will be held during January 2012. Project team members will be available to discuss the draft plan at the Kawana Shopping World during the times below.

Staffed public displays Kawana Shopping World (outside Terry White Chemist near Big W) Point Cartwright Drive, Buddina • Thursday 19 January 2012, 4 pm to 8 pm • Saturday 21 January 2012, 10 am to 2 pm

• Saturday 28 January 2012, 10 am to 2 pm

Fixed public displays Buderim Information Centre (Old Post Office) Cnr Burnett Street and Lindsay Road, Buderim

Beerwah Library Peachester Road, Beerwah Kawana Library Nanyima Street, Buddina

Caloundra Library Omrah Avenue, Caloundra Maroochydore Library 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore

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Dunny Races At the Ettamogah Pub, the fun and frivolity starts at 10.00am with a patriotic Australian flag raising ceremony followed by the singing of the national anthem. Then it’s time for the Dunnies to start racing! The race is hotly contested with corporate teams taking part and the winners are presented with a toilet seat trophy that declares them Dunny Race Champions of the World!

We’re looking for five person teams to take part.

If you’re interested call us today on 5494 5444 for further information. Each team costs $200.00 and the winner takes home $1,000.00 cash.

Ettamogah Pub The Pub will be open from 9.00am, Bluey’s Bar and Grill from 11.00am and live music from 11.30am - 3.30pm. Raffle drawn at 3.00pm, tickets $1.00 each to win a 60 litre esky and a carton of Carlton Mid Strength Stubbies and a carton of Carlton Crown Lager Stubbies!

If the winner is present they’ll receive an extra two cartons, delivery of prizes to winner not included.

Buddina Qld 4575 Consultation closes mid-February 2012.

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Tech Time IT review

Web Review

with Tara

The Consumer Electronics Show and laptops in 2012 The worlds greatest tech show – the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) - kicked off on Monday, January 9. Running until Thursday, January 12, the show sees the entire tech world descend on Las Vegas. The show covers more than 1.8 million square feet and has more than 140,000 attendees from across the globe – so it’s a big deal!

All the big players showcase their new products at CES – both those in production and concepts for the future. The only notable exception is Apple who always do their own thing anyway.

This year, it’s all about thinner and lighter laptops made with premium materials and slick design.

You will see a new type of laptop called an ‘ultrabook’ flood the market from a variety of manufacturers. CES saw introductions of the thinnest laptops the world has ever seen. The Acer Aspire S5 and the Series 9 from Samsung are so skinny that they make the Apple MacBook Air look chunky! Acer claims the Aspire S5 is the world’s thinnest notebook computer!

These new ultrabooks will feature smaller, faster chips that operate more efficiently than the current Core processors, making them easier to cool in these thin laptops while delivering longer battery life.

While we have seen laptops with touchscreens in the past, we will be seeing much more of these in the future now that Windows 8 is on the way with greatly improved touchscreen capabilities built in.

The industry prediction is for a move away from ‘cheap and cheerful’ laptops and towards laptops that look great, run cool and quiet, and are easier to carry around.

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Celebrate the final days of summer holidays with Thomas and Friends

Is 2012 your year?

Some people say that 2012 is our final year, others say that when the Mayans were creating their calendar they ran out of room after 2012 and left it at that.

Whatever the case, there is certainly something that feels BIG about 2012... maybe the stars are aligned for you, maybe 2012 is your chance to stand up and be noticed!

Today I talk to those of you who have a web site, whether it be a business venture in its own right, or an online portfolio for a separate business. Either way, the purpose of having a website is to make public your products or services... so how can your web site stand up and be noticed in 2012?

At Staticwave we spend a lot of our time helping people to do just that, so I thought today I’d share with you some of my top tips for improving the flow of visitors to your site.

1. Remember that Google is a Librarian when web users type their search terms into Google, it will respond to their requests by recommending the sites that will give them the info they’re after. Make sure that your site gives plenty of information about your selected topic, both in the text of your pages and in your keywords behind the scenes.

2. Make Use of Social Media - if you have a Facebook account, you will know all about having online 'friends'. Well now is a great time to test the friendship - create a Facebook account for your website and ask all of your friends to 'like' you, which in turn will automatically advertisie your site to all of their 'friends'. ... to be continued in our next column!

SOCIAL MEDIA

The Fat Controller and Thomas Holidaying from the Island of Sodor, the famous blue tank engine rolls into town for Australia’s biggest Thomas and Friends event, Day out with Thomas 2012 at The Workshops Rail Museum until January 29.

As a special treat for GCNews readers and their families, we have a complimentary pass, valued at $57.00, to give away to see this fantastic event!

While on their summer holiday Down Under, Thomas and his friends Edward, Donald, Douglas, Lady, plus Annie and Clarabel can be found throughout the Museum, located at Ipswich.

Just as famous as Thomas and known for his firm but friendly manner, The Fat Controller is looking forward to meeting fans, while parents and their Thomas enthusiasts can enjoy various Thomas activities and the new movie, Day of the Diesels, in air conditioned comfort.

Young engineers can let off some steam with hands-on activities in the Thomas Play Pit, and the event also features a miniature train ride and bouncy castle (tickets cost $3.00 per person).

Much bigger than the Tidmouth sheds on the Island of Sodor, tour the real railway Workshops and see firsthand the restoration and maintenance of powerful steam locomotives.

Enclosed footwear is required for the tours and they leave at regular intervals throughout the day.

For further information and ticket prices, phone 3432 5100 or visit www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au

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The competition closes at 9.00am on Monday, January 23, and the prize must be collected from our office and is only valid up to and including Sunday, January 29, 2012. www.gcnews.com.au

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Doing Business

Five minutes with …..

Michele Murphy of Waggin Tails Dog Grooming Salon

At Waggin Tails Dog Grooming Salon, your pooch is my priority, and my passion!

When you book your pet in for a groom, your dog will receive a full treatment which includes a warm bath, blow dry, nails clipped, ears cleaned, knots removed and Michele Murphy a full clip to your requirements.

I groom all breeds of dogs, from large to small, and I can do all sorts of clips, from a short back and sides, to breed specific clips, like West Highland Whites and Schnauzers. You are welcome to stay and watch as I transform your pooch, or come back an hour and a half later to collect your dog.

I take pride in my work and having been mentored by my sister, who has more than 20 years in the industry, as well as running my own salon in Brisbane for over five years. I’ve learnt a lot, so you can be assured both you and your dog are in good hands. Since setting up my own business here in Glass House Mountains over six months ago, I’ve now got quite a few regular customers, and it’s so good to be greeted by their wagging tails. I get a lot of pleasure knowing that I am doing the right thing by the dogs I groom, and their owners are always so appreciative!

So if your pooch is feeling tired and tangled after a busy festive season, give me a call on 5493 0368 or 0409 609 938. As a new year special, I am also offering a $10.00 discount if you mention this advertisement (valid for one use only) - so there is never a better time to treat your best pal! Waggin Tails is open Tuesday to Saturday, from 8.00am - 5.00pm, and is located at 20 Heritage Drive, Glass House Mountains.

Tips from a Business Mentor

Timewasters and Procrastination – tips to beat it We never seem to have enough time to get everything done in the business. One reason is Procrastination – the great time waster. So, what would be some of the areas that can help overcome this thief of time?

Analyse the areas we are procrastinating about, work out the common delay tactics, develop systems - become systematic, set goals and note that deadlines are really important.

We all experience distractions and this is part of the normal things that happen but we can be tough on ourselves and get rid of those ruthless time wasting tasks. A good rule is ‘do it or dump it’ – in other words, make a decision and have a strategy in place to deal with the distractions.

One thing I have initiated in my business is planning every week. Apart from the day to day activities, I have developed new work habits by starting with the end of the week in mind. What do you want to achieve by the end of this week? It helps to keep us disciplined and focused. How do we prioritise the job tasks when everything has got to be done? Easy - what is the activity producing, is it a billable activity or a non-billable activity?

The old saying we can’t managing what we can’t measure is so true.

One of the barriers to a business achieving its goals is not valuing its time.

My suggestions would be to develop a new routine, develop new work habits, avoid over commitment, learn to say NO, delegate where possible, develop a time table, and have an efficient working area.

Getting organised and prioritising the job tasks will help but it takes discipline and an ongoing commitment to beat procrastination. It’s a ‘no brainer’ – but it’s amazing how we can get caught up with all the things in the business and not maintain an efficient system. Keep an eye on the important areas of the business and stay focused. A key area which will help is technology, there are so many great tools out there, find the right ones for your business and good luck.

In summary, if we have structure and a disciplined approach in our business, combined with good systems, it will help with meeting the demands that we experience every day.

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Beerwah Rural Fire Brigade certainly had a full and varied year last year, beginning with our role in the Sunshine Coast Task Force sent to assist the Brisbane flood victims in January; a name change in July from Coochin Creek RFB to Beerwah and District RFB; and a fiery start to the fire season in September and then finally finishing the year with a very successful fund raising Christmas Raffle.

We have all been impressed again by the support our local community has given. I, personally, would like to thank all of the volunteers who make up our ranks, from our support members to our fire fighters, to their very understanding partners. We have had a number of new members join who have already tasted the sharp end of what we do and we are always in need of community members who would like to join our great crew.

A special thank-you to all of the local businesses who openly support us with the donation of prizes and for their valuable assistance with maintaining our fleet of four trucks.

A special thank-you to the Supa IGA team for selling raffle tickets for the last two months of 2011.

The raffle has been drawn and here is the list of happy winners: First prize - Trailers 2000 trailer to Glynis Hatchman of Beerwah.

Second prize Handiman’s Pack to Lesley Jack of Beerwah.

Third prize - Stihl Electric Blower to Marissa Thompson of Beerwah.

Fourth prize - Beerwah Discount Tyres and Batteries Voucher Brigade Treasurer Dennis Hume presenting the Handiman’s $250.00 to Tanya Pack to Lesley Jack of Beerwah Smiley of Mt Mellum.

Fifth prize - Beerwah Discount Tyres and Batteries Voucher $150.00 to Tyler Sluga of Glass House.

Sixth prize - Beerwah Camping Centre Magnum Torch to Lynda Holmes of Buchanan, NSW. Seventh prize - Renovator Pack, Kevi Boxsell of Landsborough.

Congratulations to all.

Brigade business or recruitment phone 0438 389 998.

Caloundra Family History Research Inc Contributed by Roz Kuss

The Caloundra Family History Research group opened its rooms for 2012 on Thursday, January 12.

The first general meeting for the New Year will be on Thursday, January 19 at 1.30pm with guest speaker our very own member, Paul Seto. Paul will tell us about his book 'The Sinking of the Pearl', a factual account of the tragic loss of many lives when a ferry sank during a flood in the Brisbane River in 1896. Members will find the story becomes more interesting, as Paul came to research this disaster through a connection which arose during the research of his own family history.

Interesting guest speakers have also been secured for the remainder of the year, with February featuring the history of the pioneering Tytherleigh family. A beginners and refresher course will be held on four successive Saturdays, commencing on Saturday, April 28; a number of trips for members are planned, as well as a seminar later in the year, with an International presenter.

Interest group members will be keen to hear of the exciting finds everyone has made during the holiday break, and forthcoming meetings for these groups are – Germany, Thursday, February 2, 1.00pm; Scotland ,Saturday, February 4, 10.00am; Ireland, Thursday, February 16, 11.00am; England and Wales,Thursday, February 23, 1.00pm.

The group’s rooms and library at the Guide Hut are open for research every Saturday from 9.30am - 12.30pm. On the third Thursday of the month research is available from 9.30am - 12.00noon, followed by the general meeting, 1.30pm - 4.00pm. Every other Thursday of the month the rooms are open for the full day, from 9.30am -4.00pm.

Further information on meetings, specialist groups and research details can be obtained from June on 5493 2679, Roz on 5493 1197, or Valerie on 5437 3879. The group can also be reached by email at caloundrafamilyres@y7mail.com www.gcnews.com.au

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You Said It Letters to the Editor Letters are printed at the discretion of the editor, Lea Parkes and her policy is to include letters which focus on issues and are not about personally attacking other people. For a letter to be considered for printing it must be accompanied by the name, address and phone number of the sender. Anonymous letters will not be printed. Preference is given to letters under 300 words. Letters may be edited to make them more readable, but the meaning will not be changed. Regular correspondents will be limited to alternate issues to give everyone a chance to have their say.

Letters must meet the Friday 12.00noon deadline.Views expressed in the 'You said it' page are those of the writer - and not this publication. Please send your letters to letters@gcnews.com.au or fax to 5438 7446.

In reply to Danita Black

(GCNews December 20), you state that you are relatively new to the district. First, let me welcome you to the area. For your information, the RSL has undergone a huge upheaval over the last two years and the business that operates in Beerwah Parade is just that - a business. One that operates for the benefit of the community. They shop locally, they employ locals and they distribute funds back into the community as they become available. All this is done without fanfare so it is no wonder that you are unaware of all the donations that have been made.

As the club grows then so will the benefit to the community. Basically, if you support the club, they will support the community.

M Chappell Beerburrum

A new reserve in Beerwah

Enough is enough

Coochin Creek runs along the southern boundary of the new Woodgrove Estate and has long been a favourite for swimming and yabbying among Beerwah residents. Its rocky cascades and quiet pools, wetlands and beautiful vine forest have now been preserved in a wonderful reserve flanking the north side of the creek. This great asset to the community is due to the foresight of Stocklands, the developers, and Sunshine Coast Council. Stocklands have also created several delightful reserves elsewhere in the estate.

The Coochin Creek reserve has just been handed over to council, who are now responsible for maintaining it. Pleasant gardens have been established along its border with seats and play areas. The natural forest behind the gardens contains plants not usually seen in the area and includes many large trees and some uncommon species, as well as birds and other wildlife. It is exceptionally free of weeds, so it is essential that garden waste, especially vines and grasses, do not find their way into the reserve. It is disappointing to see some dumping has already occurred, introducing weeds and creating an eyesore, degrading a valuable community resource which is also an important wildlife corridor. Why not gain the benefits of your garden waste as free mulch and compost for your own veges and plants?

It is hoped that a bushland management group can be formed from volunteers under Council guidance to look after the area, understand it better and promote its enjoyment. Anyone interested in joining such a group can call me on 0423 979 152.

Guidelines for such groups can be found on council’s website, and council has indicated it is keen to assist.

Roger Callen Beerwah

In reply to the letter from Danita Black (GCNews December 20) – all I can say is “enough is enough”!

For nearly 12 months now, we have had to endure the constant complaints from people who do not know all the circumstances that caused the unfortunate rift between the new Beerwah Peachester RSL and the now renamed Club Glass House.

Both clubs have had to endure some incredible challenges and it is a credit to both clubs to have advanced to where they are today. Everyone has been inconvenienced in some way and it doesn’t take a Rhodes Scholar to know that some things have been completely beyond the RSL’s control. So if you have been inconvenienced because the poker machines or the TAB weren’t up and running when you or your husband visited the RSL premises, how about blaming the Government authorities with all their red tape, or the unexpected need to upgrade the wiring to the poker machines or countless other unforeseen problems which caused these delays.

Unlike you, I have lived in this area for over 23 years and the new RSL is doing much by supporting all servicemen and women within the community and they will do more as and when they are able. It is no longer just a Club, it is now a RSL Club that supports its Diggers and it is because of this support that Sub Branch members and their families are closer now than they have ever been. The community as a whole is showing their support for the new RSL by the increasing number of people renewing their membership. And the RSL’s ability to support small businesses within the area will improve as the Club improves.

It is time to put this behind us and accept that we now have two separate clubs who are doing their best to make the most of the situation. Complaining isn’t going to change it so let’s embrace the situation and wish both clubs every success in the future.

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Beerwah Health Foods rewards their loyal customers

With the new year well and truly in full swing and plenty of locals having made resolutions to make good health their focus for 2012, now is a great time to head into Beerwah Health Foods and check out what they offer.

Business owner Keith said with the holiday period now being over, their shelves are almost back to the normal wide variety of all the best products.

"Our ‘cheeki’ drink bottle range has been improved and they are selling at very competitive prices," he said.

"Our ‘customer reward card’ is proving a winner with our regular customers, simply spend $20.00 in store and receive one stamp. Spend more, and receive more stamps. After receiving 10 stamps, you will be rewarded with a gift voucher card valued at $40.00 to spend in our store. You might even like to share it with someone special."

Keith and his staff at Beerwah Health Foods would like to wish everyone a safe and happy new year and thank their loyal customers for their support in 2011.

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Curves trims the price to help locals trim the kilograms As if there weren't already enough reasons to join Curves, the Beerwah women's fitness franchise is adding one more: they're trimming 50 per cent off the service fee for new members in an effort to help women trim the kilograms.

Owner Linda said the promotion is a great way to help motivate women in the local area to get in shape and help them to achieve their goals.

“It's important to us at Curves to help women see real results," she said.

According to Linda, the Curves 30-minute total body workout combines strength training and cardio for real results. Their total body workout helps boost energy, metabolism, vitality and mood.

Under the direction of Richard B. Kreider, PhD, FACSM, scientists at Texas A&M University in Texas, have put the Curves fitness and weight-loss program to rigorous testing, scrutinising its effects on hundreds of women.

The results? It works! Women on the Curves plan have lost weight and kept it off, boosted their metabolism, lost body fat, gained muscle, and enjoyed several other significant benefits.

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You Said It Christmas party a festive affair What's in the Spotlight Celebrate Australia Day Join council’s Australia Day community party at Kings Beach Amphitheatre on 26 January for a day of family fun. From 10am – 5pm there will be live entertainment and market stalls. The Australia Day Community Celebration is a great way to celebrate safely at an alcohol and glass free event. Find out more on council’s website.

Could grant funding assist you?

Council invites submissions for the coming rounds of major and minor Community Grants, Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), TravelSmart, and Landholder grants. Visit council's website for details on eligibility, deadlines and assistance with submissions.

Win a $250 shopping voucher If you helped ease congestion, freed up parking and encouraged sustainable travel by catching a FREE Holiday Bus between December 26 and January 8 (or even if you didn't) visit council’s website and let us know what you think of the Free Holiday Bus program. You could win a $250 shopping voucher.

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Fancy a dinner at Bistro C or a holiday at the Hyatt Coolum? Simply sign up to the FREE Living Smart Homes program at livingsmartqld. com.au/homes before March 2012 for a chance to win one of these great prizes. Living Smart Homes helps residents save money and the environment at the same time.

Summer water safety Enjoy the Sunshine Coast waterways this summer and remember to recreate responsibly and safely by complying with onwater regulations and respecting others. Visit council's website to find out more information on the regulations or to report non-compliant waterway users.

Transform the Sunshine Coast Light rail is a fast, high quality public transport service and an alternative to the car for some trips. Find out more about light rail for the Sunshine Coast and have your say on the project by registering on council’s website.

My family and I would like to say a very sincere thank you to the Mooloolah Valley Community Centre for the wonderful Christmas party they hosted. We attended with our four young grandsons and what a great time they had. There was a heap of barbeque food, lollies and cake, two jumping castles and a visit from Santa. Lots of children were there and thoroughly enjoyed just doing what children like to do – running around and playing. Thank you to the community and all of the volunteers who made it a lovely night for all.

Helen Weil Mooloolah

Better and safer footpaths needed for Beerwah Beerwah township needs upgrading. Late last year GCNews carried a story that illustrated this point, which I’ve been making throughout my campaign for council.

The story concerned a local businessman who was injured after tripping on uneven pavers on Peachester Road. This adds weight to the already very strong case for improving the surfaces of Beerwah’s main footpaths as part of council’s proposed 'Place+' streetscape project.

One key idea I have been promoting is to underground the power lines on Simpson Street and the township end of Peachester Road. Imagine the power poles gone next time you’re in town! As this requires replacing the existing surfaces on Simpson street we can use the opportunity to resurface all the main footpaths with better materials, improving safety and attractiveness. Also imagine our opportunity to selectively widen the footpaths, creating more space for attractive street furniture, plantings and shade trees.

I’ve been involved with upgrades like this as a consultant and planner. When done well they really improve business prospects and lift a community’s confidence and pride in its identity.

The bigger picture is that the developments happening in this area raise major challenges for Beerwah and other Glasshouse Country townships. One is that they may become urbanised service centres with little country character remaining. Another is that our businesses could be overwhelmed by developments like Caloundra South, which will have a Sunshine Plaza sized shopping complex 11 minutes drive from Beerwah. The solution I offer is to make our townships destinations in their own right using their country character as both a lifestyle and economic asset. Currently, our public spaces, including the surfaces of our footpaths, have become liabilities rather than the assets they need to be. If I am elected, rest assured, we will change that.

Rick Baberowski, Candidate Division 1 Sunshine Coast Regional Council www.pickrick.com.au

New year, same old issue COUNCIL MEETINGS Performance and Service Committee Meeting

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Strategy and Planning Committee Meeting

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Ordinary Meeting

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Glasshouse Country — ‘a caravan and motorhome friendly destination’

A new tourism market dubbed ‘The Grey Nomad Revolution’ has emerged in Australia over the last 10 years. It is expected to increase rapidly over the next 20 years and already we are seeing a large cross section of Baby Boomers enjoying preretirement travel whenever the opportunity arises.

This demographic is also sharing the bitumen with international tourists of all ages who are opting for the freedom this travel mode provides.

The myth this sector comprises ‘free-loading’ penny pinchers has been disproved. Today they represent a very lucrative income stream, prompting councils Australia-wide to encourage them to visit suitable areas within their boundaries.

As motorhome enthusiasts ourselves, my husband Jeff and I have been able to tour much of Australia and we still enjoy short-distance weekend jaunts when time permits. We and other enthusiasts go out of our way to support areas that are officially recognised by the CMCA (Caravan and Motorhome Association of Australia) as ‘recreational friendly areas’. As travellers, we know in advance that on arrival at our chosen destination we will be made welcome and the facilities we require such as decent parking and tourist information will be on hand.

In 2006, I approached Cr. Anna in my capacity as a CMCA member to advocate the need for local dump points (grey/black waste discharge sewage system facilities) not only for tourists but for our local enthusiasts as well. This resulted in a dump point installation at the Beerwah Showgrounds.

In later years Jeff and I also spent considerable time assisting Nambour, in an initiative led by the RSL, in their bid to become a recreational friendly destination.

As a strong supporter of this initiative, if elected as your councillor I will strongly support a feasibility study to determine the economic and social benefits of packaging ourselves as a caravan and motorhome friendly area.

With a collaborative approach from the tourism, retail, community and government sectors we can create our own unique Glasshouse Country tourism brand. In the meantime, should any persons or body wish to discuss this initiative further please contact me on 0428 427 576 or email ann@ann4division1. com.au I also invite you to view my advertisement on page 6.

Ann Ross Division 1 Candidate

Is this acceptable?

To all candidates for upcoming Council elections, we the ratepayers and your generous salary providers, respectfully request you do not easily forget your pre-election promises as seems to be the done thing these days. We, west of the railway line, appear to lack the care and attention for our communities which we hold dear. The attached photo is but one example of what our children must negotiate going to school, and our residents on their daily walks. Council has a duty of care to provide a safe and tidy environment for all ratepayers, which is quite achievable with a little more dedication and community consultation.

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Welcome back, Mr Powell, as of Monday, January 9, your advice that work on the Range Road would commence mid - December did not eventuate, however there were four accidents, one fatal. Main Roads advice that work would start mid - January has not eventuated, media revelations of Pollies pensions and perks is to say the least nauseating; any reliable information on improving the safety issues on the Range Road would be greatly appreciated. With State and Council elections this year, the people providing the representatives wages deserve to be heard and their concerns respected.

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From Peter Slipper Federal member for Fisher. | Ph: 1300 301 981 or 5444 4888 As part of my 12 point plan for the Fisher Electorate, I am leading the charge to save businesses along a 7km stretch of the Bruce Highway and address growing concerns with regards to the Main Roads draft plan of closures to the existing Bruce Highway’s on / off ramps.

For several months, I have been in consultation with Federal Government to ensure the concerns of existing Sunshine Coast businesses and residents are being considered.

I have always supported the upgrade of the Bruce Highway however not at the detriment to existing businesses, tourist attractions and local residents.

This is why I have organised a community forum on Sunday, January 29 at 6.00pm in the Aussie World Function Centre to discuss the current draft plan as well as encourage Sunshine Coast residents to have their say by contacting Transport and Main Roads Department directly. Further details of this can be found on my website: www.peterslippermp.com.au If you are unable to attend the community forum, I encourage you to email brucehwycr-sm@ghd.com or call 1800 706 917 with your concerns.

The deadline for public consultation is mid-February.

The draft plan includes a 7km stretch of highway in which this current proposal closes six existing on/off ramps, significantly impacting hundreds of residents and businesses.

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Bring on 2012

Everyone would admit that 2011 was a tough year for Queensland and I know many locals were keen to see the start of a fresh new year. It certainly has started off with some stunning, albeit hot weather.

Along with a lot of Sunny Coasters, my family and I spent the majority of the Christmas break at the beach or swimming at the local pool. Now its time to get back into the swing of things and plan for the state election that will be held in the first part of this year. To keep you informed with where I am and what I have been up to, make sure you visit my website www. andrewpowell.com.au and sign up for my monthly newsletter. I will also be posting LNP policies on my website but these can be viewed directly at www.candoqld.com.au

Have your say on the future of Residential Home Parks

It has been nearly 12 months since consultation forums were held with stakeholders within the residential park sector so I was really pleased to learn of the release of a discussion paper that encourages comments and submissions from the public. Changes to this sector are a big deal to many people in the Glass House community who have chosen to make a permanent home for themselves in one of many manufactured home parks throughout the Sunshine Coast. On behalf of very passionate Glass House locals I presented a petition to the Parliament in 2009 that demanded the Government provide better consultation opportunities with the residential park community when considering legislative changes. Copies of the discussion paper titled ‘Residential parks – strategies for encouraging alternative manufactured home sites in Queensland’ are available through my office or www.getinvolved.qld.gov.au/manufactured homes. Submissions can be made in writing by January 31, or alternatively a questionnaire can be completed online.

Asphalt overlay works on Kilcoy-Beerwah Road

For anyone concerned with work that was recently undertaken to overlay asphalt along Kilcoy-Beerwah Road between Commissioners Flat Road and Maleny-Stanley River Road, I have been advised the original contractors were asked to return to do further works. Testing for this section of road found the original asphalt was not performing to the Departments’ standard so the contractors were asked back to fix the road at their own cost. Work should now have been completed but if you are concerned please contact my office on 5435 2013. www.gcnews.com.au

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Jessbow Beauty Studio Kelly Wall, your local beauty therapist, previously operated her salon in Beerwah for six years before deciding to bring the relaxation and pampering to her studio at home, whilst maintaining her high standards of professionalism and quality.

So that is exactly what you will find at her new studio in its tranquil location at Mawsons Road, Beerwah.

As you walk in, you are instantly relaxed by the soft music, and the menu is extensive. From waxing, tinting, hand and foot treatments, a relaxing or deep tissue massage, a deep cleanse or rehydrating facial, there’s so much on offer.

Kelly also offers AHA peels, wedding, deb or graduation makeup, spray tans, body wraps, gel nails and more. Kelly has a diploma in beauty therapy, and with over 14 years experience, both new and existing clients are loving the

move to quieter, more relaxing premises, which offers even greater flexibility with hours, and easy, convenient parking.

Gift vouchers are also available. Kelly only offers the best in Kelly Wall skincare, with selected range from Jurlique and Arbre, along with the best in wax and gel products. Jessbow Beauty Studio at 205 Mawsons Road is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm, and some Saturdays by appointment. Ring Kelly on 0437 181 723 and leave a message or send a text.

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Our Health, Beauty and Well Being page is where locals look when they want to be beautified from top to toe, get healthy or lose weight.

Phone Maree on 5438 7445 to find out more www.gcnews.com.au

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The windmill is an icon of Outback Australia.

Windmills are numerous and are spaced about 10 kilometres apart (where possible) so that stock can readily find water.

This one is at a rest stop on Brunette Downs Station on the road from Barkly Homestead to Cape Crawford. It is a gathering point for birds and other wildlife and a refreshment stop for the weary traveller.

The setting sun has given this windmill its unreal colouring, while the rising moon peeps between the blades and a bird sings on the vane. The gentle and rhythmic squeak of the turning blades gives a sense of assurance that there is always water available for the thirsty traveller.

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Music and computers A computer is a valuable tool for a musician. Looking at it purely from a musical standpoint, it can provide you with a tuner, a metronome, and a source of accompaniment for your practice as a performer.

With a little research you can find instrumental accompaniments and song backings (mp3 or midi file), lyrics and music online.

Also instrumental practice or music teaching software is now at the point where it can measure the quality of your work – even giving you marks for rhythmical accuracy and intonation.

Probably the most fun you can have as a novice is with a program called Garageband (free with a Mac computer). It is a program that allows you to record musicians or import loops (samples of others playing) from styles as varied as techno, folk and classical music. It presents the music as a stack of horizontal tracks on a timeline and is easy to play with in real time, varying the drum tracks for the verse and chorus for example, or changing the key to suit your voice. Within an hour of installing the program you can be playing along with your new piece, singing or adding harmonies.

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After you have recorded yourself and added all the loops you want, you can balance the levels of the individual tracks and mix your piece down. Garageband also provides basic instrumental lessons with stars such as Sting and Nora Jones.

You will need to be able to plug your instrument into the computer, so anticipate purchasing an audio interface as an extra, and you might need a microphone as well. An audio interface or microphone can be as cheap as $30.00, but it will depend on the quality you want to achieve for your project. A USB keyboard is a standard extra for a music student these days and it can include the audio interface as well so it is worth considering if you are reasonably serious about becoming a better musician.

The value of the computer to your life as a musician however doesn’t deny the importance of a teacher or mentor for your development.

Even the world’s greatest musicians still use trainers or mentors to keep them finely tuned!

Do have a creative musical month!

Michael

Starting Strong is program for expectant mothers and mums with babies under 12 months, developed to support and nurture their transition from pregnancy to motherhood. The program promotes secure attachment between mother and baby by providing new mothers with information, practical experience and opportunities to celebrate the experience of motherhood. Over the duration of the program, (running over seven weeks for two and a half hours one day a week), you will gain a deeper understanding and the skills to promote a secure attachment with your child, explore the many facets of motherhood in a nurturing environment, share experiences and develop support networks and friendships.

This program has proven to be very popular so please book early with the next group starting Monday, February 20, from 10.00am - 12.30pm at Maleny Neighbourhood Centre. Phone Wendy on 5429 6766 or 0423 716 705 Caloundra City Family Support Program.

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Out and About Celebrating summer School children across the region are making the most of the final days of their summer holidays, making a beeline to holiday hotspots including the Beerwah pool, Pioneer Park at Landsborough, and the skate park at the Beerwah Sportsground.

Last week, we caught up with a few them enjoying the perfect conditions under a blue sky.

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Seven-year-old Dariyn of Beerwah has been a regular at Beerwah pool over the school holidays.

2 Holiday makers Sianna, Shelby and Imogen were keen to check out all the climbing equipment at Pioneer Park.

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Things 2 Do Writing employment applications Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast will be hosting a ‘Resume, Cover Letter and Selection Criteria’ workshop at Beerwah Library on Wednesday, February 15, from 2.00pm - 3.00pm.

The free session aims to help community members move through career phases in life, with independence and confidence. Learn how to prepare a resume and cover letter, and understand selection criteria and interview techniques.

If you are new to the workforce, looking at a career change or re-entering the workforce after a break, then these sessions will show you the most effective way of finding a job.

University of the Sunshine Coast’s Careers and Graduate Employment Officer Clive May, will take you through the essential stages of the job application process.

The 90 minute session is free and with places filling fast, bookings are essential. To book, phone 5439 2500, or visit the Sunshine Coast Libraries website for more information.

Frog workshop Mooloolah River Waterwatch and Landcare Inc and the Queensland Frog Society are hosting a frog workshop at the Mooloolah Town Hall, Sunday, February 5. 2.00pm at the Hall, moving to 2 Smith Street, Mooloolah for dinner and frog spotting from 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Members $10.00, non members $20.00, children under 15 free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Limited places available, phone Mooloolah River Waterwatch and Landcare on 5494 5074.

Make sure you’re connected Council is presenting a free session at Beerwah Library on Thursday, February 16 from 9.00am - 10.30am to help people use technology to keep connected. The session is expected to help community members of all ages better understand technology and how to use it to improve connections with family and friends. Learn how to set up a Facebook account, create a profile, upload photos and set a safe user profile.

Participants need to have an established email account and basic computer and internet skills. Places filling fast, bookings essential, phone 5439 2500.

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Marketing with no money Council is presenting a workshop at Beerwah Library on Wednesday, February 22 from 2.00pm - 3.30pm to assist small business owners about marketing with no money. Presenter Leah Squire is the founder of a multi-million dollar internet based business that started just over two years ago with $1,000 and a marketing budget of $0.00. Develop knowledge and skills about innovative business techniques, free and cheap marketing strategies and how to build a business and brand. Bookings essential, phone 5439 2500.

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Community Notices

Children’s Art Classes

Monday afternoons 3.30pm - 5.30pm (through the school holidays and ongoing in the New Year) BADYAC, Sportsground Drive, Beerwah. Teachers are highly qualified Blue Card Holders and award winning National and International Artists. Phone Lyn 0488 456 117.

Faced with a drinking problem?

Perhaps we can help. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the Glasshouse Mountains Neighbourhood Centre in Reid Street, twice weekly. Meetings are confidential, free to attend, open to the public, and non-obligatory. Just turn up Sundays 6.30pm or Thursdays 7.30pm. Contact Troy 0423 959 603 or Ged 0437 475 448.

Volunteers needed

For an opportunity to give to the community and also gain counselling skills, consider Lifeline’s next volunteer telephone crisis supporter training course (previously telephone counselling).

Lifeline is inviting the community to consider becoming a volunteer telephone crisis supporter, our next course at Lifeline’s Client Services Centre, 37 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore, will be conducted 6.00pm - 9.00pm each Thursday commencing February 2, continuing until June 7, cost $500.00, $450.00 concession. Phone 5409 2633 weekdays for a brochure.

Trigeminal Neuralgia support

The Trigeminal Neuralgia support group meets at Kawana Library, Nanyina Street Kawana on Saturday, January 21, 1.00pm start. For more information phone 5491 1978. This group is for chronic facial pain sufferers and their families.

Auriol Hutchins is our guest speaker.

Glass House RSL raffle results

Glass House Country RSL sub branch raffle results Friday, December 16. Lucky door B41 Red Lorraine Mc Bottle of wine. Meat tray 53C Black Club Kaz. Fruit and Veggie tray 22C Yellow Club Elaine C. Fruit and Veggie tray 05 C Yellow Club Margaret. Please note the RSL re-opens on Friday, January 20.

Sunshine Coast Lacrosse

Sunshine Coast Lacrosse are seeking players new and experienced for the 2012 season. Training starts Sunday, February 12, 10.00am at the Sunshine Coast Hockey Fields, Ballinger Road, Buderim. A full season of weekly training and monthly competitions is available along with experienced coaching.

Masonic Lodge Christmas raffle

The raffle was drawn on Saturday, December 17.

Esky and Christmas goods, ticket 1192, first meat tray ticket 153, second meat tray ticket 774, third meat tray ticket 1081, first plant prize ticket 258, second plant prize ticket 1120.

The Lodge wishes to thank its many supporters and we hope that you had a joyous and happy Christmas.

Suncoast Women’s Adventure Group

Women of all ages are invited to join us at Cotton Tree on Sunday, February 19. We are having a Stand Up Paddling Lesson. Cost approx. $30.00.

For further details and to book please contact Fran franmc@bigpond.net.au phone 0408 889 631.

Social gathering for singles

Are you single, between 50-65 years old and wanting to meet new people? Join us for regular social outings. No commitments, just an opportunity to meet new people and have fun.

Call, evenings only, 0437 792 345.

GCNews welcomes contributions from not-for-profit community groups and other local organisations. Please note the editorial deadline is 12.00noon each Friday. If you have missed the deadline your contribution will not be considered for the next edition. For contributions that do meet the deadline, every effort will be made to include them in the next edition, however if we receive more contributions than we

Glasshouse Country Baptist Church 58 Roberts Rd, Beerwah

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Caboolture Family History Research

Receive one hour of FREE assisted worldwide family history research at Caboolture Family History Research Group Inc. Located within Caboolture Historical Village, 280 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture, free entry for this special offer.

Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9.00am - 2.30pm. Phone 5428 2018 or email us at cfhrg55@bigpond.com. Offer valid until April 30.

Koala Wildlife Rescue raffle results

R.Nichols, J.Byron, Michhel, L.Dark, P.Leggett, A.Penlington, K.Arnold, S.Peachy, A.Elder, B.Reader, D.Scott, K.Timmermans, B.Payne, C.Nitschitu, M.Buchan, B.Dalton, D.Messer, Chrissy, J.King, G.K.K.Kowashi. Thank you very much to all those people who supplied prizes and to the people who bought tickets. Happy New Year to all from the koalas. We have rescued several koalas over the Christmas season, some hit by cars and some that were located with injuries or had an illness. Many of these have recovered and been returned from where they came and some are still recovering in Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Ring Ray on 0423 618 740 if you have not collected your prize. Thank you again for helping us to save these wonderful creatures, from Ray and Murray Chambers and Phil Siggers.

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Mike Turner Beerwah State High School Chaplain The title for this week’s column comes from my wife, she said this the other day and I just loved it... “We need to have Gratitude not Attitude”.

Something that God has been teaching me about lately is the power of being grateful.

How easy is it to get caught in a downward spiral of dissatisfaction, jealousy or regret? Being thankful is an incredibly powerful antidote to all these negative feelings. No one has a perfect life and we all have pain and struggle to some degree in our lives at one time or other.

So, to help you to stop and consider what you are thankful for in your life I am going to tell you my top 15...

1. Air so I can breathe and water to drink.

2. Food in my fridge and pantry. 3. A house to put my fridge and pantry in. 4. God who loves me and cares for me. 5. My gorgeous wife who

Buddies Refugee Support Group is an independent community group that advocates for just and compassionate treatment of refugees and asylum seekers, consistent with human rights standards. Next meeting January 22, 11.00am in Buderim. Guest speakers from Brisbane’s Community Detention program. For further information phone 5445 2393 or 5445 8863.

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Please keep contributions to a maximum of 100 words. Contributions may be edited if they are too lengthy and in accordance with the GCNews style guide. For more information about submitting a contribution, email reception@gcnews.com.au

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GLASSHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH is smart and tolerant and loving. 6. Our three amazing sons. 7. A great job – that is a real privilege. 8. My parents and my sisters.

9. Great friends. 10. My bass, my mountain bike and my pasta machine. 11. Having the opportunity to travel the world when I was younger and experience other cultures. 12. Our car, even though it’s old at least we have one.

13. Our groovy next door neighbours. 14. That we live in the amazing Glasshouse Mountains – an Australian icon. 15. Our education and health system in Australia – although not perfect it’s way above that found in most countries around the world.

There you go - now it is your turn. See if you can write yourself a list and consider the blessings that you have. God bless you and your family in 2012.

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Home and Property Guide Borrowers reluctant to flee from fixed loans despite rate cuts Borrowers’ preference for fixed rate home loans is continuing at an unrelenting pace regardless of recent cash rate cuts, national loan approval data from Mortgage Choice has revealed.

Fixed rate loans accounted for 24 per cent of all new home loan approvals during December 2011, up from 21 per cent in November and well above the 12-month average of 15 per cent. Demand for this loan type has risen for seven consecutive months, increasing 13 percentage points since May 2011.

Company spokesperson Belinda Williamson said consecutive cash rate cuts in November and December 2011 have not swayed Australian borrowers’

desire for fixed rate loans.

“It is possible borrowers’ need for certainty around their home loan repayments, coupled with the affordability of fixed rate loans are the driving forces behind demand for this loan type,” she said.

“During December, fixed rates were significantly lower than variable rates, in some cases the difference was one percentage point or more.

“Our loan data shows fixed rates are now more in demand than they have been in over three and a half years at the expense of variable rates, which have lost popularity among new borrowers,” she said.

New home sales continue to rise in Qld: HIA

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A recent report from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) shows that the volume of detached house sales increased in Queensland in November, following the nation-leading spike in October.

Deputy Premier and Treasurer Andrew Fraser said official interest rate cuts and the extension of the $10,000 Queensland Building Boost provided the confidence needed for buyers to enter the market.

"In October we saw a massive increase of 20.8 per cent in detached house sales in Queensland, and it's been backed up by another increase of 4.7 per cent in November,” Mr Fraser said.

“Queensland is now the only mainland state that has recorded growth in the new home sector since August last year – which coincided with the launch of the Queensland Building Boost.

"Queensland led the nation in kick starting momentum in the sector last year, and following a massive month in October other states are now following suit.

"We have seen increasing interest in Queensland Building Boost applications throughout December so I'd expect to keep seeing more growth in this sector.

He said more new homes mean more jobs not only in construction but in other sectors like retail.

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FIX OR NOT TO FIX? YOUR INTEREST RATE OPTIONS EXPLAINED Whether you’re starting out in the property market, or thinking about refinancing, it’s good to have an understanding of the loan products available.

It can seem like a complex and crowded field, but remember your Smartline Adviser is always there to help you get value for money.

Fixed or variable?

The basic interest rate on home loans is known as the standard variable rate. This is influenced by rates set by The Reserve Bank of Australia who consider economic conditions.

Many lenders also offer loans at a fixed interest rate. This means your interest rate does not change for a given period of time – typically from one to five years. www.gcnews.com.au

Over the past 20 years, fixed rates have usually been higher than variable rates.

The certainty of a fixed rate can help with budgeting in the early years of a mortgage – it’s good protection against the unexpected.

However, usually you cannot make extra repayments or vary repayments with a fixed rate loan.

These loans also carry penalties if you cancel the loan.

Split loans If you are attracted by the certainty of a fixed rate, but would like some flexibility, then you might consider a split loan.

You can choose which proportion of your loan you would like at a fixed rate, and which you would like at a

variable rate.

You benefit from the lower rates and flexibility of a variable loan, but also give yourself some protection against potential rate increases.

Smart tip - professional packages Professional packages are well worth considering if you qualify – and they don’t necessarily mean you have to be a whitecollar ‘professional’.They’re something that people ‘going it alone’ may not research, and consequently miss out on substantial discounts and benefits.

Professional packages are simply a way of packaging a loan with extra benefits. They vary between

lenders, but the benefits can include interest rate discounts of between 0.50 and 0.75 per cent for the life of the mortgage, lower fees and discounts on other bank products. The additional benefits often make the packages add up to significantly better value for money than traditional ‘no frills’ loans.

Terms and conditions vary, but usually if you are borrowing more than $150,000 and earn more than $50,000 per annum you are likely to qualify for a professional package.

Call Adviser Teresa Harrison.

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Landsborough community takes a greener path

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Green may be a buzzword but one small community development is committed more than most, engaging a local family of landscaping experts to ensure that other new communities can only be green with envy.

The master-planned community of Pathways Landsborough has been 10 years in the making, the bushland transferred from one local family to another for its development, so the people behind Pathways have an intimate understanding of what makes the area so desirable and are striving to retain as much of the native landscape as possible.

Situated within view of the Glasshouse Mountains and surrounded by remnant forest, Pathways’ sales lots offer a unique chance to live both rurally and yet close to a well-established town, an opportunity rarely available to homeowners on the Sunshine Coast.

Sales and project manager Scott Heaney said Pathways is about creating a residential community which complements its green surrounds, rather than overwhelming it.

“The green bushland takes up about 34 per cent of the overall land, so it’s not a tokenistic built park, but more of a sanctuary," he said.

In keeping with the mantra that local people know the local area best, Pathways turned to boutique business ‘Plants of Noosa’ to tap into both their native plant expertise and knowledge of what would suit the area best.

Rainforest type trees have been used to add to the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere already there, and all of the plants and trees used, from the Weeping Lilypillies to the Eucalypts, are common to the area.

Greenwood Landscapes were tasked with helping Pathways be innovative about its focus on nature.

Using the backdrop of the Glass House Mountains and the forest foliage already ringing the area, they made the community an extension of the natural environment, using natural materials for the stone walls, timber details and rendered finishes and the streets green and eye catching.

Pathways will be developed in phases to ensure optimum amenity for residents with a first stage release of just 21 large traditional lots, followed by the release of further stages over the next two years.

The first stage Elouera Release includes mountain view lots sized from 1,009m2 and traditional and bushland frontage lots ranging in size from 700m2 to 1,139m2. Prices begin from just $188,500.

For more information contact Scott Heaney, sales and project manager, Next Property Group / Pathways Landsborough, phone 0408 711 027.

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Building boost extension welcomed Last week’s announcement that the Queensland Building Boost will be extended for three months is a welcome piece of good news for the real estate industry, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).

The Queensland property market is currently transitioning from a very tough 2011 into a market characterised by increasing buyer enquiry, sales activity, and confidence levels, and the extension of the boost will add to this more positive state of play.

“Any initiative which helps the Queensland property market is always welcomed and the extension of the boost until April 30 will likely assist hundreds of extra buyers into a new home,” REIQ CEO Anton Kardash said.

“However, while our property market is starting to show signs of recovery, the removal of the principal place of residence concession on stamp duty last year continues to act as a deterrent to many buyers of both established and new homes.”

The $10,000 Queensland Building Boost is available to buyers or builders of new Queensland homes under $600,000 who sign a residential contract on or before April 30, 2012. www.gcnews.com.au

A to Z of Trades and Services Talkin’ Trades - with Graham of Graham Green Mobile Mechanic What sets your business apart from others that may offer a similar service?

Being a mobile mechanic offers customers the convenience of not having to leave home to have your vehicle repaired and serviced. Also, I don’t charge a call out fee, and my hourly rate is lower, so you can expect to save money as well.

So as well as being a local for over 15 years, I offer a hassle free service, and my rates are one of the lowest in the area, and you are guaranteed that all work is carried out by a fully qualified and experienced mechanic.

Graham Green Mobile Mechanic is located in Landsborough, and operates Monday to Friday. Contact Graham on 0411 877 616 or email gragre33@hotmail.com

Explain what type of services you offer I offer all mechanical repairs and servicing including log book safe servicing, as well as all steering and suspension repairs, including vehicle lowering or raising, brake and clutch, and general repairs. I also fit towbars and 4x4 accessories such as snorkels, bullbars, spotlights, UHF, dual batteries, electric brakes and lift kits.

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Other Services Available Windows / Roofs & Gutters / Driveways & Pathways Internal Walls & Ceilings / Bond Cleans Pest Control & Ceiling Vacuums FULLY INSURED - ALL WORK GUARANTEED FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

Over 35 years professional experience

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You book your house now and recieve: FREE: Spider Treatment / FREE: Anti-mould Treatiment FREE: Carpet Clean & Lic. Pest Control with every Bond Clean

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BLOCKLAYING ~ CONCRETE PUMPING Retaining Walls Fences

Ph 5439 0108 Fax 5439 0109

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WATER WISE HOUSEWASHING

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Cabinetmakers

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› Domestic › Commercial › Industrial Free Advice - Quote Service

PO Box 32, Landsborough, Qld 4550

Phone Les McDermott

0417 797 430 ACN 075 810 463 BSA 77142

25 YEARS STRONG &

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For all your electrical needs

Garden Clean Ups & Maintenance

Give us a go! No Job is Too Small

Concreting cont.

• Stenciling • Covacrete • Stamped • Exposed Concrete • House slabs • and resealing ROBERT TREVISAN

PHONE: 0407 754 208

Lighting New Homes Pumps

Ceiling Fans Power points Renovations Switchboards Commercial fitouts Sheds

Call for a Free quote

0409 590 802 Lawn andand Property Lawn Property

Call Greg Small ph 5494 9199 mob 0404 903 801

Maintenance Maintenance

Prompt, friendly service

counts Pensioner Dis

Q.B.S.A. Lic No. 1130199

Fencing Retail suppliers of fencing materials, timber, logs, wire and steel.

Also installers of quality fencing For a Free Measure and Quote phone

Darryl Johnson - 0415 954 195

•Acreage/General Mowing •Edges and Hedges • Rubbish Removal ts •Rubbish Removal • rAcreage/Yard Weed Spraying un o Disc Big ione b Too PeJons • Handyman Service No •Acreage/Yard Weed Spraying !!! all Sm Too Or •Handyman Service Too Big b Jo o N Ph: 0430 517 211 or!! 07 54390131 •Pruning/Lopping Or Too Small!

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www.gregsmallelectrical.com.au greg@gregsmallelectrical.com.au Peachester, Qld 4519 ABN 94 093 314 882 Lic no 69975

“All Aspects of Concreting”

Ph: 0430 517 211 or 07 54390131

BRAND MOWING SERVICE Quality & Promptness Assured Ride on Mowing ~ Lawn Mowing Pruning ~ Garden Maintenance

Licensed Contractor - BSA 1119033 ‘Local Guy, Local Quote’

Timber, Colourbond, Aluminium & Glass Pool fencing, Gates Retaining Walls & More For a free quote Phone Matthew

Domestic • Commercial •71536 Rural • Industrial BSA Lic. No. 60278 Lic. No. 60278 PO BoxBSA 578, Beerwah QLD 4519 PO Box 578, Beerwah QLD 4519

T0280

Office:0414 5493482 0054 Mobile: 037 Mobile: 0414 482 037

your local licensed contractor

Local LAWN & GARDEN CARE

Call Gary: 0414 713 491

5496 9861 or 0439 303 306 Glasshouse Mtns www.firstcallfencing.com.au

email: matt@firstcallfencing.com.au QBSA LIC1139536

ABN 89 058 455 025

ALL DOMESTIC - COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL

* Installation * Air Conditioning * Split Systems

House Yards Small Acreage Horticulture Advice

Domestic · Commercial · Industrial · Rural

Zedmere Pty Ltd

Wynne’s

All Aspects of Electrical Contracting Beerwah & Surrounding areas Prompt Reliable Service No Job Too Big or Too Small

Call Jamie 0417 720 505 a/h 5494 6282

Your Electrical and Lighting Retailer Ceiling Fans Lighting Air Conditioners Electrical

41 Caloundra Rd, Caloundra

5413 2500

Phone 5438 7445 to advertise your business

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Same day response Free Quotes Fully insured * Mowing * Rubbish removals * Pruning * Garden cleanups * Ride on work * Gutters cleaned

Your local Jim services all areas call 131546 www.jimsmowing.net

Large Acreage Mowing Rubbish Removed

Phone Nick Atwell Mob: 0411 466 586 A/H: 5494 6713

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FREE QUOTE & COMPETITIVE RATES

Nathan Dakin

ABN 41 636 538 072

0437 434 800

Mick

0418 935 162 • Hedging • Rubbish Removal • Ride-on Mowing • Mowing • Pruning

MOWING & ALL GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Large or small. Experienced Local Operator

Phone Michael 0447 341 241

Garages / Sheds QUALITY & RELIABLE SERVICE

5497 2615

0427 120 955 www.kamconstructions.net.au

BSA Lic No 60108

Gas

Kev’s Mowing

0438 308 513 - 5494 9183

LAWN MOWING - RIDE ON MOWING - WHIPPER SNIPPING PRIVATE - COMMERCIAL - BODY CORPORATE

This size advert could cost you from $20.25 per week or $21.25 in spot colour Ph 5438 7445 for more details

5496 9270

Our Products Our Service FREE • Garages • Designed & Engineered Quotes & • Patios • Fully Licensed & Insured Advice • Carports • Council Permits Organised • Sheds\Rural & Farm Sheds DISPLAY CENTRE NOW OPEN AT 2 WILLIAM ST, KILCOY

Mays Mowing Service Garden Clean ups Gutter Cleaning Whipper Snipping Pruning

0418 935 164

dakinslusciouslawns@gmail.com ‘Do It With Dakin’

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Ph Greg on 0418 741 145 or 5412 1425

Est. since 1983

Lic 69821

Lic # 5582

ELECTRICIAN

Domestic, Commercial, Owner Builder, Rural & Industrial

Garden Maintenance

Phone

Tina

T0392

Domestic, Commercial, Phone & Data, Intercoms & Gates Solar-Grid - Connect, Design, Install

We specialise in: Friendly, • Timber, Aluminum and Colorbond fencing reliable, local • Timber & Rock Retaining walls Palmwoods • Patios,Decks all types of home maintenance family To the value of $3,300.00 business

cond. apply

T0389

NFL Electrical Nathan 0417 040 291

Lic. No. 70875

Ph 5492 9502 Mob: 0409 549 295

TO441

• Same Day Response • Gold Medal Service • Fully insured

For all your mowing/ride on & garden needs

T0037

Lic No 67745

Adam: Glasshouse Mtns Adam: Glasshouse Office: 5493 0054Mtns

Fully insured

Phone: 5494 0884 Mobile: 0409 342 877

T0322

Installations Installations, Repairs Servicing and Air Conditioning Repairs, Servicing Installations, Servicing Domestic . Owner Builders . Repairs, Commercial . Rural . Industrial Domestic • Commercial • Rural • Industrial

Jim: Beerwah

Phone 5494 8900

FIRST CALL FENCING

Electrical Services Electrical Services ELECTRICAL SERVICES PTY LTD

Jim: Beerwah Office: 5439 9400 Office:0414 5439774 9400 Mobile: 046 Mobile: 0414 774 046

ABN: 87689905895

20 Tytherleigh Ave, Landsborough t0329

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Electricians

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A to Z of Trades and Services

KLM LP Gas Suppliers

5493 0493

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Painters STEVE GASTALDIN

A & K Glass and Aluminium

New Work Repaints Roofs Driveways Pressure Cleaning

PAINTERS

Servicing the Hinterland all areas

FREE QUOTES

Cost Effective Local Business Est. Since 1996

• Cockroaches • Carpet Beetle • Lawn Weeds • Silver Fish • Bed Bugs

Factory and Showroom

4 Railway Street, LANDSBOROUGH (next to BP) ph. 5494 8748 fax. 5494 8858

LOW COST GLASS REPLACEMENT

ALL MAINTENANCE

22+ years experience Free in all types of home maintenance Quotes repairs, painting & minor renovations

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QBSA 1192667

Free Quote

Maintenance Tradesman 40 Years Experience • Tiling • Painting • No Job too small

0404 479 187 or 5494 9336

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY PEST CONTROL

• TERMITE TREATMENTS • TERMITE BARRIERS • PRE-PURCHASE PEST & BUILDING REPORTS • THERMAL IMAGING • COCKROACHES • SPIDERS • ANTS ALL AREAS

Landscaping

ATER FEATURES

07 5493 0440

PO BOX 257 Beerwah 4519

SUNCOAST PAINTING

BSA 49885

5494 1861 • 0418 883 436

GARDEN FEATURES

GRAHAM RENWICK

BSA 75839

ABN 95 669 531 866

Builder & Stone Mason QBSA License No. 77177. Est 1981

Ph: 0418 204 159 TO412

a/h: 5494 0830

BEERWAH LANDSCAPING Quality Workmanship

• Design • Retaining walls / Drainage • Paving / Repairs • Gardens / Mulching • Lawns • Mini Bobcat Services

Phone Shane Robins 0418 900 705 a/h 5494 6425

• Pre- purchase Inspections • Annual Termite Inspections • Termite Management Systems • Termite Treatments • General Pest management Cockroaches • Ants • Spiders • Silverfish • Fleas • Bed Bugs E. eliminatepests@bigpond.com PO Box. 257 Beerwah 4519 FULLY BSA 1189580 INSURED

Servicing the local community

0412 140 164

Shane Schultz

Local Knowledge 21 Years Experience

OW N E R O P E R ATO R

•Augers •Trencher • 4 in 1 bucket •8 ton tipper •Level bar •Laser Leveller •Tilt Bucket

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•Track Machine

› New homes › Repaints › Industrial & Commercial

Quality workmanship • Premium paints • Free quotes

Call Nick or Steph 5439 0249 or 0438 152 049 nspainting@internode.on.net ABN 46 353 680 084

Licensed

Cam’s Truck & Bobcat Hire

Local husband & wife painting team Over 20 yrs exp

BOBCAT EXCAVATOR HIRE

Operator • Tilt Bucket • 3 ton Excavator • Laser Levelling • Trencher • Post Hole Borer • Auger 250 • 350 • 450 • 600mm Plant Auger Lindeman Road • Rotary Flail/Grass Mulcher/Cutter • 8 ton Tipper Truck BEERWAH AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK Ph: 5494 0056 • Mobile: 0408 192 814

Nick & Steph Painting

Marine Services

All Areas 0420 53 8890 5494 0393

Plant & Machinery

New Work & Repaints • Airless Spraying

• PATHWAYS/STAIRS • UNIQUE GARDENS &

Cameron Lister Ph: 0419 665 002

BSA lic 1168923

A/H:

Glasshouse Country News cond. apply

This size advert could cost you from $19.25 per week or $20.25 in spot colour Ph 5438 7445 for more details

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BSA NO. 1011255

0407 439 526

email: painter-decorator@hotmail.com

BRESLIN PAINTING

BEERWAH &S •W

John Annakin

Lic No. PMT-0-11432

 INTERIOR & EXTERIOR  SMALL & LARGE JOBS  FREE QUOTES  CLEAN & TIDY  LOCAL PAINTER Fully Licenced & Insured Call Charlie: 0411 034 444 or 5494 1223

Phone George 0487 424 223

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For reliable service call Vern ........

Mobile: 0438 940 634 E. eliminatepests@bigpond.com

Home Maintenance

• PAVING TONEWORK • RETAINING WALLS • DRIVEWAYS • POOL SURROUNDS • OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS

NEED A PAINTER? Call Rudi QBSA Act Licence No: 1155906

Ph. 5494 9400 or 0401 674 126

• Carpentry & Joinery • Minor Cabinet Making • Plastering

FREE QUOTES

We give you a warranty on our work.

T0070

Rick’s

• New Homes • House Repaints • Roof Repaints

• Decks • Roofs • Renovations • Domestic & Commercial PAINTING Do It Right David McIntyre Choose Brush Rite Painting 0420 662 811 / 5496 9540 Glass House Mountains

T0055

Handyman Services

SH RIT RU

reticulation

TO570

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BSA Lic: L 1117342

Supporting Environmentally Friendly Paint

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Free quotes: Call for the Best Price • Windows • Doors • Maintenance • Shower Screens • Security & Insect Screens MONTY’S GLASS & SECURITY 5493 0374 0439 875 031

BSA: 106 8977 LIC: PMT-0-11572

0407 946 061

• Home • Shop • Office • 7 Days •

Termites:

• Spiders • Pre-purchase • Rodents timber inspections • Fleas • Termite inspections • Ants • Chemical barriers/

Fully Licensed and Insured

FIRST

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• Windows • Doors • Shower Screens • Maintenance • Large Range of Spare Parts

HINTERLAND PEST CONTROL

QBSA 1091741

Glass & Security

Pest Control

T0204

A to Z of Trades and Services

For all your advertising needs please call Maree on 0488 444 525 or 5438 7445 Email: advertising@gcnews.com.au

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(07) 5493 0012

POSI-TRACK SLASHING & EARTHWORKS *4 in 1 Bucket & Level Bar *6ft Double Head Slasher *50hp *10m3 Tipper

FREE QUOTES

*Driveways *Site clean-ups *Landscaping

0419 704 408

5494 8913

frogonthehop@bigpond.com

Works where others can’t and loves Lantana!

D & M Britton - Old Gympie Rd, Landsborough

www.gcnews.com.au

ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS SPECIAL - Blocked Drains ½ Price Free Quotes Phone W & LA King Plumbing

BOBCAT & EXCAVATOR HIRE

T0120

Glasshouse Mountains and surrounding areas - 8 tonne tipper - trencher - augers - 4 in 1 bucket - levelling bar - laser levelling Phone John Baker - forks - 3 tonne excavator on 0409 20 64 64

MTS

EXCAVATIONS 6 Ton Excavator, 2mt wide, all buckets Ripper, Augers & 600mm 4 in 1 bucket grab

Lic’d Plumber & Drainer QBSA 77755

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•Semi-frameless & Frameless Showerscreens •Glass Splashbacks •Frameless Mirrors •Wardrobe Doors •Glass Pool Fencing & Balustrades

• Yes – We Deliver All Areas • Comprehensive Range of Plumbing Supplies • Experienced Showroom Consultancy • Mon-Fri 6.00am-4.30pm & Sat 7.00am-11.00am 26 Tytherleigh Avenue Landsborough

Allan Koschel Plumbing Service Ph: (07) 5493 0625

ROOFING TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS

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Servicing the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

EPA Licensed

council approved

Quality work, local knowledge, over 20 years experience Licence No: 23418 QBSA: 1164142

New work • Renovations • Commercial Maintenance Drainage • Roofing & Guttering Call Colin now for all your plumbing needs Mob: 0430 591 433 Home: 5496 7354 QBSA 1123034

• Licensed Plumbers, Drainers & Gas Fitters • FREE Quotes • Local Service • All Work Guaranteed

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0408 641 235

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* Septic tank & Grease Trap Cleaning * Small Truck for Easy Access Landsborough

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Phone Mobile: 0413 330 275 or 5439 0960 Lic’d Plumber and Drainer QBSA 1002354

A “Proper Job” Guaranteed

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* Blocks * Acreage * Firebreaks * Weed Spraying

LL E A C AV 0095 T D

POSI-TRACK SLASHING 50hp, Rubber tracks, 6ft slasher, Free quotes frogonthehop@bigpond.com

5494 8913

ACREAGE SLASHING FREE QUOTES Contact Troy

0429 949 018 Storage

47 Wises Rd, Maroochydore 5443 2022 www.qldroofing.com.au

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL! For all your PLUMBING needs

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Mobile: 0407 727 645

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0419 704 408

Patio Roofing One Stop Shop Specialising in D.I.Y Kits Metal Roofing, Gutters, Fascias etc Polycarbonate & Fibreglass Roofing Ventilators & Skylights Insulated Roofing

PO Box 316 Glasshouse Mtns 4518

TREVOR SANDERSON

PHONE JAREN 5439 0764

Roofing & Guttering

• • • • • •

Mathew Brown Phone 0402 123 154

For a quote call Len 0419 732 364 or 5494 0484

FRIDGE DOOR SEALS

* All major brands * Supply & Fit

Plumbers

Plumber, Drainer and Gas Fitter

5439 9368

Refrigeration

Call Mitch 0412 795 377 Email: mts.excavations@hotmail.com

Lic. No. 13217

Shower Screens

Plumbing Supplies

Dam cleanouts/building Yard tidy-ups Post Holes Clearing Roads Slab preps 7 Days a week

Q.B.S.A. No. 76388

• General fabrication • Stainless Steel Benches

1/15 Free Street, Beerwah Ph 5439 0816 or 0413 050 578

TO588

email: ba_earthmovers@dodo.com.au

T0437

0419 659 709 or 5492 9229

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Phone Brian Mobile: 0402 129 665 Fax: 5497 4840

CUSTOM BUILT TOOLBOXES

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bobcat, excavator & tipper hire

Fast Friendly Professional Service. 20yrs Experience

CREATIVE SHEET METAL

5494 1794

0407 748 083

AUSTRALIAN CONTAINER UNITS SALES - HIRE - ONSITE STORAGE Australia Wide * Containers New & Used - All Sizes and Types * Container Offices & Living Units * Container Delivery & Relocations YARD LOCATION 827 Beerburrum Road Caboolture Shire

Ph: 07 5432 8374 or Mob: 0433 189 561

Tiling Glasshouse Tiling

Paul

BSA: 1052255

For all of your liquid and general waste needs FOR A FREE QUOTE CALL 0417 958 944 > Septic tank / grease trap cleaning - EPA approved > Holding / grey water tanks and bio-cycle pump outs > Waste oil collections (free service) > General waste removal and skip bin hire

Call us now 0408 220 659

Phone 5438 7445

to advertise your business

Experienced in all aspects of tiling

Free fast quote BSA Licenced: 1101772

Brian Dudin 0438 623 523 After hours: (07) 5494 7548

A local working for locals

T0097

B&A Earthmovers

Sheetmetal

QBSA Licence No. 1128890

Plant & Machinery cont.

T0356

A to Z of Trades and Services

Brent Thomas 0438 236 934 infinitytile@hotmail.com FREE QUOTES – RENOVATIONS – REPAIRS NEW HOMES – CERAMIC – PORCELAIN NATURAL STONE BSA 1201973 JANUARY 18 2012 |

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Glasshouse Country

A to Z of Trades and Services

Bromeliad Society Inc.

Tree Services & also Stump Grinding Many years experience - Fully insured Phone 0412 026 545 or 5496 9047

Contributed by Bob McLean Phone: 0427 606 240 T0099

I. & M. TREE LOPPING ~ & PRUNING ~

• Pruning • Lopping • Removal Comprehensive Insurance on all jobs Phone 5494 2444 / 0407 710 993

T0098

David Lowden Tree Services

Tarzan the Tree Specialist

T0103

• Tree climbing • Rubbish removal • Mulching • Stump grinding • Free Quotes • Pensioner Discounts

Phone Brendan 0447 310 331

TO524

 Trees/Palms  Pruning/Removals  Stump Grinding  Fully Insured customtreeservices@yahoo.com

STEVES TREE CUTTING

• 23 Years Experience • Any size tree • Land Clearing • Full Insurance

I have been looking from my office window over the past month since we were together last. It was my intention to share with you the Alcantarea regina in full flower but she was a little slow. This may have been caused by the cooler weather in late November.

I was able to show you the flower spike then but the week before Christmas the flower pods began to open.

At first, the small white petals begin to pop out of the pod starting from the bottom. Then the show gets into full swing.

As each flower appears, it has a sticky clear liquid attached and then within a day has dropped off and the stamen with a bright golden crown of pollen.

Then the honeyeaters appear calling in for a feed.

This show has been going on now for almost four weeks and, as you can see from the photo, the flowers are only about half open.

I have been trying to get a shot of the feeding birds but they don’t hang around very long.

You will see how the flower spike has now developed red leaves as they rise up the stem.

I was visiting another garden over Christmas and what did I see but an Alcantarea extensa also in full flower.

This plant was in a large pot and had only about half the flowers of the regina, which is in the ground.

The striking difference between the two plants is the flower spike has a coating of leaves which are purple.

This is the colour which can be seen as a fleck or a patch on the leaves of the plant when in growth.

The flower heads are almost identical with the same habit of providing nectar for the birds in both plants.

We will revisit these in about three or four months when you will sight the next stage of the flowering process with the production of the seeds. It will be almost winter before these plants complete their seed drop.

Phone: 5493 7954 Mobile: 0414 819 111

T0100

ABN 23 084 520 507

$20 Million Insurance Free Quotes www.rktreeservices.com.au

expert tree maintenance and removal

P: 5492 9248 M: 0407 759 060

Turf Supplies

1

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FREE Delivery to Landsborough, Beerwah, Glass House & Beerburrum

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Go Green Rainforest Nursery plant of the week

Specialist growers of:

Wintergreen + Couch

Dwarf Banksia

Tel: Dean 07 5496 9790 or 0414 648 130

Banksia oblongifolia

Water Tanks COMPLETE TANK MAINTENANCE

T0106

• Tank Cleaning • Tank Repairs (Minimal water loss) • Tin & Concrete • All Work Guaranteed • Leaf Guard Protection

Ian Booth 0403 187 517 or 3204 4910

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1 The flower set is at 2 metres, flower will remain until late December 2 The flower pod of the regina begin to produce flowers the week before Christmas 3 The flowers waiting for the birds the next morning 4 The extensa in flower with some Alcantarea imperialis rubra in the background

A Lawn So Good, They’ll Think You’ve Retired

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If you are interested in attracting birds to your garden, you can’t look past one of our local banksia species.

As its name suggests, it is a small banksia that grows approximately three metres high and two metres wide.

It is quite bushy and produces stunning 15 centimetre long, creamy yellow flower cones that are visited by many nectar-feeding birds.

Its leaves are slightly serrated and have an attractive white underside.

The Dwarf Banksia is very hardy in a range of soils and flowers best in full sun.

No matter how big or small your yard, treat the local wildlife by planting this beautiful local plant.

If you would like more information on this tree or any other native plants drop in and see Simon or Melissa at Go Green Rainforest Nursery, 2620 Steve Irwin Way, Glenview. Phone 5494 5980.

Email: gogreenrainforest@bigpond.com Now open 7 days. www.gcnews.com.au

Blood, Sweat and Cheers

BEERWAH & DISTRICT TROPHIES

Your guide to sport in Glasshouse Country

Supplying: Trophies - Medallions - Plaques Badges - Engraving etc to the Hinterland

D0126

Locally produced & manufactured

Phone Jill on 5494 8218 or fax: 5494 8024

Beerwah Bulldogs

The Beerwah Bulldogs have nominated a Senior Women’s team in the south-east Queensland competition for the 2012 season.

Bulldog’s president, Dean Roberts, said that having an A Grade women’s side was a logical step for the club following three years of developing girl’s teams.

Australian full back, Tegan Rolfe, has been appointed the captain/coach of the squad and a core playing roster has been recruited from the region.

Tegan is excited about the prospect of playing out of Beerwah and has been pleased with the support that the Club has provided. “We have our jerseys designed, coaching staff are nearly all appointed and we have local company, Armesto’s Transport, signed up as the team sponsor’” she said.

The club will again be fielding U15 and U17 girl’s sides in the 2012 junior competition and it is very rewarding for the club that some of the past junior players will be lining up for the Senior team.

Women and girl’s interested in playing Rugby League for the Bulldogs can contact Tegan for more information on mobile 0428 732 846 or attend an Information Day at Beerwah Sportsground on Saturday, February 11at 9.00am.

The Beerwah Bulldog’s A, Reserve and Under 18 Grade’s have commenced training at the Sportsground on Tuesday and Thursday Nights at 6.30pm and are requesting all interested players to attend in preparation for the SCGRL Season which begins on March 10 this season.

2012 Coaches are A Grade – Peter Thorpe, Reserve Grade – Wayne Jones, Under 18 – Wayne Morrisby. Under 16 Boys Team is also requiring a Coach and anyone interested can contact Dean Roberts on 0418 816 605.

Junior Sign On Day will be held on Saturday and Sunday February 4 and 5 at the Clubhouse at Beerwah Sportsground from 10.00am – 2.00pm.

Mooloolah Valley Bowls Club Contributed by Judy Walker

Tuesday, January 10 - Saw only two ladies in attendance for Ladies day. Raffle winners Eileen Pierce and Kev Woodman. Friday 3 Bowl Pairs winners were Eric Wood and Alex Thomson and 2nd Peter Setch and Tony Pignata. Saturday was a social game with the raffles won by Bob Patten and Kev Woodman. Our meeting decided to wait another two weeks to make the important decision about our future.

Glenview Mooloolah Tennis Club Contributed by Jenny Morris

Welcome back and Happy New Year to everyone. We have a couple of notices for our members. First, your memberships are now due and can be paid by cheque, direct debit or cash. Please pay as soon as possible. On Sunday, January 29, from 9.00am to 12.00 noon, we will be holding a family fun day for all juniors. If your child is interested in playing tennis this is your opportunity to get them to have a go and see if they like it. If you have any questions please ring Ray on 0438 291 577. The Monday night fixtures will be starting midFebruary so get your teams organised by the first week of February. When we know the date, the captains will be advised. Our next monthly meeting will be held at our clubhouse on Monday, January 23 at 6.30pm. Please come along and have your say about how we can improve our club facilities.

Swing into Softball

The Suncoast-Hinterland Softball Association is having its 2012 season sign-on. Come along on Saturday, February 4, 9.00am – 2.00pm at the Kawana Amart Allsports Store car park. Looking for men and women, boys and girls from five years to Masters for the new season. The season starts on April 14 and games are played Saturday’s with juniors in the morning and seniors in the afternoon all at one venue, Mooloolah Valley Multi Sports Complex. Compete in divisions ranging from U10s mixed 3-pitch, mixed U12s, U15s, U16s, Men’s and Women’s A and B grades. The Association is also looking for volunteers on and off the field including umpires, coaches, scorers and a canteen convener.

Any inquires phone Association Secretary Karen Robe on 0422 204 661 or email shsa1@bigpond.net.au or phone a softball club nearest to you: Maroocydore Redbacks 0427 768 400, Caloundra Stingrays 0422 204 661, Hinterland Bandits (Glenview) 5494 5945. More clubs / teams are welcome to join. www.gcnews.com.au

Horse Riding @ Rossi’s 5494 8515

Lessons for Beginners to Advanced

Tegan Rolfe

Tibro’s Netball Club 2012 Junior SIGN-ON Come and Try Day – Great Fun Sat 28th Jan 2-3pm Sign On

When: Saturday 28th January 2012

Stay Fit nds New Frie

1pm – 4pm at the courts

Saturday 4th February, 2012 9am-12noon in the clubhouse “Come & Try” Sat 28th January 2-3pm Where: Netball Courts, Glasshouse Mtns Sports Club Steve Irwin Way, Glasshouse Mtns Minimum deposit due upon Sign-On $90 per player.

For further information please contact: Kathie Powter Registrar Ph: 5439 0555 Courses and mentors are available for coaching and umpiring.

Come and meet new friends and have fun fun. Great way to work on staying with the opportunity to be selected for Representative team. proudly supporting local sporting clubs

Tibro’s Netball Club LADIES & MIXED NETBALL COMP

Get Fit Have Fun Social!

Competition starts Mon 30th January 2012 MONDAY NIGHTS

Over 30’s Division Ladies Comp Monday Nights and Open Age Comp – Minimum age 14 (year turning)

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

Mixed Open Age Comp – Minimum age 14 (year turning) To nominate a team or to join a team please contact: Adrienne Costin p: 0457 763 247 (Monday convenor) Tracey Blake p: 5494 0339 (Wednesday convenor) proudly supporting local sporting clubs

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Easy Find Classifieds

Email: classifieds@gcnews.com.au Phone: 5438 7445

$14.00 for 10 words then 50c per word thereafter. Ring through your classifed and pay over the phone with your credit card. Deadline 12noon Mondays.

Public Notices

Professional Services

Bob McLean Candidate for Div 1, Sunshine Coast Council

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Mobile: 0409 92 6060

All Transcription work, Theses, CV’s, Medico-Legal And Insurance Reports

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Shop 2, 1 Connection Rd,

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ACCOUNTING FOR YOU Debbie Gillingham - 0438 947 992

ABN: 96171617979

The next meeting of the Beerwah/Peachester Sub branch will be held on 22/01/2012 at 09.30am at the Beerwah RSL Club. All Members are welcome.

The Annual General Meeting of the Beerwah Sportsground Management Committee Inc. will be held on Wednesday, 1st February 2012 in the meeting room at Beerwah Sportsground, Roberts Road, Beerwah commencing at 7.00pm. All welcome.

AGM for Womens' Auxillary for Beerwah and Peachester RSL Sub Branch Inc. QLD will be held at 1pm February 20th at the Drop In Centre. Nominations will be accepted up to and on that day for election of officers for 2012.

Childcare

Tradies - need bookkeeping services?

Experienced in MYOB, Quickbooks, Payroll, 15 yrs exp.

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Cakes cake decorating Specialising in wedding cakes.

Cakes made & decorated. Phone Fay 5491 3198 cando cakes Affordable cakes for any occasion.

Phone Lynette 5439 0063 www.candocakes.net

Courses & Tuition

Listening Post Locations

Jan 19 AM Palmview PM Caloundra West Jan 20 AM Peachester PM Beerwah Jan 21 AM Landsborough PM Palmview Jan 24 AM Glasshouse PM Beerwah & Glasshouse Jan 25 AM Beerwah PM Beerwah Look for the Flashing Amba Light Ph: 0427 606 240 www.bobmclean-div1.com.au

Check “Listening Post” Diary on website

Authorised R.J. McLean, 53 Bowen Rd. Glass House Mountains for Bob McLean (candidate)

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Engagment Notice Jim and Kathy King of morningside are delighted to announce the engagment of their daughter Jennifer Alice King to Damien James McDonald youngest son of John and Robyn McDonald of Caloundra.

Accounting Services

MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC LEARNING TO DRIVE MADE EASY PHONE MARY OR BRIAN

1300 739 133 0438 358 995 guitar, flute, piano accordion & Music theory lessons. Professional caring teachers. Ph: 5494 7568 or 0411 959 157 learn to ride and have fun with horses. Glasshouse Mountains Riding School.com.au Belinda 0404 497 127 yoga Wed 6.30pm -8.00pm Peachester Hall Phone: 0437 914 029 Tutoring/ remedial reading - all ages, all subjects. Professional individual programs. Helen 5494 7496 Guitar lessons Experienced tutor - all styles - all ages. Learn in your own home $24 1/2 hr. Call 0418 534 027 now Pilates Mat classes at Landsborough, starting Jan 23. Qualified, experienced instructor. Ph: 0409 549 477.

Beginners to advanced.

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family daycare in landsborough Exp. carer, limited vacancies for 2012, ccb available. Phone Lyn 5494 1028 FDC Educator in Glasshouse has Monday and Tuesday spaces available now. Affordable rates and CCB available. Phone: 0421 021 315

Books BEERWAH BOOKS AND BITS 4th Thursdays Teachers Nite open to 8.00pm 10% discount 3.00pm and 8.00pm .LP’s Vinyls a great range of LP’s Abba, Classical, Flamenco, Beatles, Jethro Tull etc. Open all day Saturday. Books for boys and girls. Adults classics, aussie authors, popular authors, westerns, combat comics. Comics. Trading cards . www.beerwahbooksandbits.com.au or Facebook.

Ph 54946315 b.h.

Markets LANDSBOROUGH MARKETS EVERY SATURDAY 8am to 1pm Landsborough School of Arts Hall Old Landsborough Road, Landsborough. Great variety.

Fruit & Veggies, Plants, Handmade Jewellery, Creative Cards On Line handmade cards, Clothing, Bric a Brac, Computer tech. fortnightly, Dog treats, Embroidered Towels, Morning Teas, Massage, Incense and Oils.

New stall holders welcome. FIND OUT MORE Check Facebook or phone 54946315 bh

Work Wanted COMPREHENSIVE CLEANING domestic and commercial. Reliable & experienced. Ph Lauren 0403 044 887 looking for all gardening jobs. Grass, mulch, weeding, clean-ups, rubbish to tip etc. Contact Gnome Gardening 5439 9954 Home & Yard Maintenance Gardening, minor painting, mowing, window & gutter cleaning etc. Insured.

Pensioner discount, no job too small. Phone Craig 5494 0858

ALL YARD WORK

Rubbish, Trees, Stumps removed Bobcat work

Local operator with 15 years experience

Phone John 0412 690 323

house cleaner available Wednesdays, excellent rates, fast and efficient, environmentally friendly products, call 0422 564 441 Patio installer specialising in Stratco Outback Patio's. House gutter & down pipe replacements.

Reasonable rates, local operator. BSA Lic: 1211471 Phone: 0448 767 544 House Cleaner Phone Jodie on 0438 152 978 Starfish cleaning Weekly - Fortnightly - Monthly cleans. Competitive rates. References available. Fully insured. Friendly reliable service. Phone Belinda on 0401 726 398

Giveaway Agapanthus plants Phone: 5438 7966

Computer Sales, Rental & Services

Lost Large Oriental X Siamese Male cat, grey in colour.

Missing from Woodgrove estate since Thursday 12th January. Maybe locked in your garage. Any info please call 0433 588 816

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Positions Vacant Part-time staff required at Subway Moby Vics (Glasshouse Mts) Require school leavers from 2011 & Juniors. Must be available for Weekdays & Weekend Work. Previous food industry experience an advantage but not necessary. Please email resume to delisa75@hotmail.com Casual cleaner approx 10hrs/ week mainly working in Chancellor Park & Beerwah area, must have reliable car, police checks & references. Phone Theresa 0414 221 966 Butcher wanted for Mooloolah IGA. For more information Phone Ken on 0431 749 807 or 5445 9988 and leave a message Farmhand position available Sundays 4-6hrs + some on call work. Must have current drivers licence and vehicle. Phone 5494 1474

Guinea fowl babies (keets) 7 weeks old, available now, $20 each. Tick & Snake control. Be Quick!

Beerwah Phone: 0438 643 403 or 5439 0463

smiley's mobile animal grooming Hydrobath, Clipping, Grooming Phone Lynda Kingdom 5493 0115 0409 627 775

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Kelvinator opal fridge/ freezer 300ltr Good Condition $350 ono Phone: 0428 711 357 60 Packing boxes Tea chest & book $150 Phone: 5438 7966 Foxtails, Bismarks, Fan Palms, Pandanus, Kauri Pine, Bunya pines Phone: 5494 0054 Pinball Machine great modern pinball with all the bells and whistles. Mutliball, big display, lots of ramps, works great $2,500. Ph 0413 513 396.

Wedding dress size 12, bead work $1,500 can be viewed. Phone: 0428 831 477

Cars, Bikes, Caravans & Boats

To Rent/Lease/Let AVAILABLE NOW!

ONE BEDROOM CABINS for rent from $226.25 p/w REFURBISHED CARAVANS from $186.25 p/w 466 Steve Irwin Way, Beerburrum Phone 5496 0151 FOR LEASE BEERWAH: 2 Shops total area 105m2 $500/wk + GST or available individually 35m2 $200/wk + GST and 70m2 $320/wk + GST. Rent includes outgoings. Available early January.

Peachester Rd exposure.

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Mooloolah central 3 bdrm house, aircon, close to rail & school. Contact Stockdale and Leggo 5491 6544 Montville 2 bdrm cottage very quiet setting. $195 per week contact Stockdale and Leggo 5491 6544 Grazing land 40 acres of land very close to Beerwah ideal for grazing horses or cattle. Contact Ruth 5494 6133 Beerwah Woodgrove 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 living, aircon. Rent from 17/2. $410 pw Phone: 0411 306 838

Garage Sales Glasshouse 86 Outlook Drive.Sat not before 8am Kitchen, yard, electrical, computing items.

Beerwah 205 Mawsons Road. Sat 7am-1pm.

Antiques, homewares, toys, horse & motoX gear, furniture, garden utencils and more.

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Getting rid of everthing. Books 100's of plants, furniture, camping, clothes & tools

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VIRGO August 23 – September 22

AQUARIUS January 20 – February 19

GEMINI May 22 – June 21

LIBRA September 23 – October 22

This can be a time of increased spiritual awareness, this can lead to meaningful insights about yourself and how you fit into the larger scale of things. Many doors will open for you now so it is a time of readjusting and using your intuition to make things work. An opportunity for a new car can open up for you.

Avoid get rich quick schemes or shaky investments now. Rose coloured glasses could hinder your prospects for a new work situation. You will have increased energy and a need to move forward in your chosen profession. Do not be your own worst enemy; you have the confidence and motivation to succeed.

PISCES February 20 – March 20

A new and very important relationship can now begin. It can be exciting and give you an opportunity to gain insight into yourself.

There is some need for self composure and caution. You also may receive some money that had been owing to you for some time.

A lot of changes can occur around your home.

ARIES March 21 – April 20

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Travel or new studies can be very important to you. If any relationship has been restricting your growth, this is a time of considerable upheavals and sudden changes, new and unusual people will come into your life. Listen to your inner voice and try not to rush into things. A change in your home and work environment is likely.

This is a time when you can come to a greater understanding of yourself and others. Through close relationships your deep subconscious emotions can come to the surface. This can cause some major decisions regarding close relationships. A new job offer will be a surprise. For those singles, a new love can come into your life.

You will be quite resourceful and creative in your chosen profession. Financial benefits are indicated. There will be a deep restlessness and a feeling of wanting to change your life style. Friendships will be important, and new studies can be taken up that will open new doors in regards to your career. Changes around a car are likely as well as a short holiday.

CANCER June 22 – July 22

Unclear thinking and communicating with those close can be quite unpredictable.

It will be wise to think before you speak.

If there are any differences or outstanding disputes between you and someone, now is the time to deal with this. Your sincere and tactful manner will carry you through.

Leo July 23 – August 22

You may have a feeling of loneliness or frustration. A period of readjustment may be needed now as your life may not be as balanced as you would like it to be.

New people you meet now will be important to you. Existing situations will now be resolved. A change of residence of a family member can come as a bit of a surprise.

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There can be a feeling of inner frustration.

SAGITTARIUS November 23 – December 22

Your ability to incorporate new concepts or projects without disruption into your routine will impress those in authority. Selling or buying property is indicated.

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