Spilling crocodile tears for landlords

A BIG boo hoo goes out to all the short-term rental landlords bleating about having to pay extra in rates for shielding their property from the long-term rental market.

The Sunshine Coast Council announced the measure in its budget weeks ago but now the ‘industry’ appears to have pulled out a calculator and figured out property holders will have to fork out an average $1300 a year, or 46 per cent, more this year. The increased levy simply brings the region into line with other local jurisdictions and is a drop in the market’s oceanside capacity to turn a dollar - especially over Christmas.

‘At least pour it back into our industry’ they moan, which is a laugh given the entire modus operandi of the Air Bnb model is that it’s every man for themselves. Maybe they should form a union and march the streets - that will go down well. There’s also the point that it’s only generating an extra $13m a year.

It should be more.

As for those complaining about rising interest rates for their second or third or fourth property - tough bikkies. That’s the market you bought in, so sell if you have to.

Own goal

How good is women’s football.

The World Cup has been great so

Like many I waited until the last minute to decide I wanted to go along to some games and of course couldn’t get a ticket despite handing over enough information to FIFA to at least secure a mortgage.

It made it more disappointing to see about 5000 empty seats for the Matildas vs Nigeria game.

Muzika, Maleny

Time: Thursday August 3, 6.30 to 9.15pm

Where: Maleny RSL, Lawyer St, Maleny

WHAT'S ON

A Morning with David Williamson

Beneath the Southern Cross

Where will I meet you?

Sign On night

Aug 3

Info: This month amongst others it will feature: the outstanding Brisbane-based blind, country rock singer guitarist Steve Sparrow and poet Rose Waters. Contact whitickerm@bigpond.com. https://www.facebook.com/MuzikaMaleny/

Heritage Talk

Time: Friday August 4, 10-11am

Where: Bankfoot House

Aug 4

Info: Learn the history of the much loved Mary Cairncross Reserve with Dr John Robertson and Mrs Sue Morgan. Morning tea provided. For bookings: www.heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Arts Alive Maleny

Time: Friday August 4, 6pm (main street closed from 5pm)

Where: Maple Street Maleny

Aug 4

Info: A vibrant and engaging immersive street festival showcasing the creative talent of our Hinterland Arts community with live music, installations, light shows, comedy, poetry, interactive arts exhibitions and much more! All funds raised go back into the local arts community. Tickets and more information www.artsalivemaleny.com.au

Big Book Club Gathering

Time: Saturday August 5, 2-4pm

Where: The Verandah Room, Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street, Maleny

Cost: $20 including afternoon tea

Aug 5

Info: The ever-popular Maleny Big Book Club returns to the Maleny Community Centre. Delve into the fascinating world of historical fiction. Readers will be joined by special guest Kate Evans of ABC RN,

Beerburrum Country Markets

Time: Saturday August 5, 8am-12pm

Where: 7 Anzac Ave, Beerburrum

Time: Saturday August 5, 9.30am

Where: The Playhouse Maleny

Showgrounds

Aug 5

Info: Join David Williamson, Australia’s best known and most widely performed playwright, for a talk and Q&A, followed by a light lunch. Tickets $15, book at https://www.trybooking.com/events/ landing/1071383.

Monica Trapaga All Stars

Time: Sunday August 6, from 2pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Time: Sunday August 20, 2pm

Where: Stella Maris Catholic Primary School, Maroochydore

Aug 20

Info: FROM ‘Georgie Girl’ to ‘You’re the Voice’, acclaimed Sunshine Coast ensemble, Oriana Choir, will present a celebration of Australian music from across the decades. Bookings oriana.org.au

Aug 6

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

Comedy for a cause

Time: open 6pm, show starts 7pm

Where:

16 Bunya Street

Info: Featuring comedians from Sydney & Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. This is an adults-only (18+) show. Food and Bar service available from 6pm. Child Minding ($30) available. Bookings essential www. MalenyPandC.com.au/comedy-for-a-cause

Label Reading Workshop

Time: Tuesday August 15, 10am–12pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre, Bicentenary Meeting Room

1 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny

Cost: Gold coin donation

Lane Buderim

Info: Come together to celebrate forest and human health, experience and learn ways of taking care of our health in nature which can benefit Earth’s health, and how healing country heals ourselves. Tickets https://cutt.ly/kwaD4af7

DIY Pure Plant Skin Care

Time: Sunday August 20, 3.30-4.30pm

Where: 30 Maple Drive, Maleny

Aug 15

Info: Join us for a label reading workshop to learn how you can use and understand food labels on packaged items to help you make better choices for your health. Morning tea provided. RSVP by the 11th of August to judystubbs1@gmail.com or call 0411 647 140

College Open Morning

Time: Wednesday August 16, 9-11am

Where: Suncoast Christian College, Cnr Schubert & Kiel Mtn Roads, Woombye

Aug 5

Info: Visit our local market for crafts, arts, local growers, products and cottage industries. For site bookings contact Patricia on 0430 433 734 or email beerburrumpresident@gmail.com

Down Under Craft Group

Time: 8am-12pm

Where: Landsborough Hall

Aug 5

Info: Come and see our extensive range of Beanies in all sizes, shapes and colours. Scarves, a range of colours and patterns. Mittens for the cold mornings and evenings. Open every Saturday morning.

Aug 16

Info: Your family will be warmly welcomed into the Suncoast community where we look forward to sharing our College with you. To book head to https://suncoastcc.qld.edu.au/open-morning/

Yandina Country Music

Time: Sunday August 20, 12noon

Where: 24 Steggalls Rd., Yandina

Aug 20

Info: Rosetta Books are hosting a workshop by Carolyn Stubbin, author of Do it yourself Pure Plant Skin Care. Ticket and book $65. Ticket only $15. Includes wine, cheese and product samples. Call 5435 2134 to book.

Kids Corner

Time: Thursday 24 August 10-11am

Where: Landsborough Museum

Aug 24

Info: Enjoy great activities at Landsborough Museum on the fourth Thursday of the month. Free. Registration not required.

Time: Friday August 25, 5pm

Where: Skippy Park complex, Old Landsborough Rd

Aug 25

Info: Glasshouse District Little Athletics are holding a come and try athletics to see if your child enjoys it before the new 2023/2024 season starts.

‘Seasons In Song’

Time: Saturday August 26, 2pm

Where: Maleny Primary School, 16 Bunya Street, Maleny

Aug 26

Info: The Caloundra Chorale, conducted by Kim Kirkman present a concert celebrating the heat of summer, the melancholy of autumn, the depth of winter and the joy of spring. Bookings 0490 329 912.

The

Families

of Fairview

Time: Saturday August 26, 1- 4 pm

Where: 15 Porters Lane, North Maleny

Aug 26

Info: Maleny’s Fairview (Pattemore House) welcomes you this Saturday to come and visit. Home-made afternoon teas are served on the graceful verandahs, overlooking the pretty restored gardens! Disabled access, plenty of parking. $5 entry - kids free.

Mozart and More

Time: Sunday September 3, 2pm

Where: Stella Maris Primary School Hall. 5 Stella Way, Maroochydore

Sep 3

Info: Comprising Mozart’s Mass in C Minor + Mozart’s Magic Flute Overture and 5 Mystical Songs by Vaughn Williams. Contact paylkoster@bigpond.com for information.

Garage Sale and Hall Open Day

Time: 8am-12pm

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

Scone Time

Time: Thursday August 24, 10-11:30am

Aug 20

Info: Be entertained with popular country, including more diverse, crowd-pleasing favourites. Guest artist the Energetic Allan Reed! Raffle and door prizes, byo lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $8. Enjoy a great afternoon!

Aug 24

Where: Beerwah Community Hall, 25 Peachester road , Beerwah Info: Open to all, Scone Time is designed to reignite life into the wonderful halls of the Sunshine Coast, the event is also a wonderful opportunity for seniors, along with their carers, companions and family to establish a regular monthly social event. Glasshouse Chamber of Commerce members & local business owners are invited to Volunteer or be a table host or be a sponsor.

Sep 9

Info: Glasshouse Hall are having a Garage Sale and Hall Open Day. Come along and book at table for $10 to sell your items, The Hall will also have a table of items to sell, as well as a coffee van and BBQ.To book a