Edition 21 February 2023

By Kirra Livingstone

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FROM THE EDITOR

I GIVE my kids a bit of grief in this column because they just keep coming up with the most bizarre observations that need to be publicly aired.

Case in point, I was minding my own business on Sunday watching Australia capitulate against India, while my eldest was, unusually, taking a keen interest in proceedings.

I was mildly suspicious. The fact no child of mine has shown the slightest interest in our national sport is an ongoing lament. But I just acted Fonzie cool. Yes, there are six balls in an over; there are two innings; the man wearing gloves is the wicket keeper; there are two ends of a pitch, different bowlers; each team bats and fields twice, and so forth.

But the kicker came when Pat Cummins was bowled and out came the question: “So what, you can get out first ball?”

Oh no, no, no, no... and yes, you can. Where did I go wrong. Too much beach cricket perhaps? It transpired that a boy who has been prowling around happens to love cricket, so she was looking for a crash course in the rules in the hope there was something to enjoy in the game. Well there wasn’t much to enjoy from

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Sunday’s efforts, but it’s a step in the right direction.

The best part about the Indian tour is it is tiding over that traditional gap between the end of the summer of cricket and the start of the football season.

That can’t come soon enough and the fact the Tigers even won a trial game keeps me interested... for now.

This NRL season GC&M News is excited to announce the introduction of our Pip the Pollies tipping page for all our business owners. Glasshouse’s Andrew Powell and Caloundra’s Jason Hunt are pumped about the opportunity to outdo each other (and you, so don’t let it happen). Win the normal season comp and you pick up a cool $1000 + $500 to your local charity/organisation of your choice (plus pic and story). You also get your branding on the page each week for the entire NRL season. Check out page 10 for details and get on board!

Asher, Isabelle and Molly from Peachester are disappointed that there is no council funding to construct a fence and facilities at Howard Walker Park.

Picture: Kirra Livingstone.

Vet’s big birthday surprise

A LOCAL Sunshine Coast veteran and his family have been donated a car by Cans for Cars champion Sam Tucker.

Young Veterans Sunshine Coast president, Pete Kennedy, said the donated car, a Subaru Forester, was repaired by the Cans for Cars team over the past three months and was going to a well-deserving veteran.

“This motor vehicle will literally change their lives, so it’s really good… he doesn’t know he’s getting the car, and it’s his birthday today too, so he’s going to have a big surprise,” he said.

“Cans for Cars is just such an awesome charity, having the ability for transport will just make a huge difference, not just for veterans but for everyone.”

Cans for Cars was founded by Sam last year and raises funds for cars by collecting recyclable cans and bottles. Since then the charity has developed strong momentum and has given away over a dozen vehicles. With the help of local mechanic the cars are restored and handed over free of charge.

The Subaru was, coincidentally, donated by an 80-year-old veteran.

Beerwah parking in spotlight

By Kirra Livingstone

A MOVE to ban private parking companies from accessing registration details to pursue parking breach notices could impact the way restrictions are managed at retail sites such as Beerwah Marketplace.

The State Government last week closed what it said was a loophole that allowed private car park operators to access the details of car owners in pursuit of breach payments.

Car parks are managed this way in part to avoid the installation of boom gates and towings. But issues including that the car in breach may not be registered to the

actual driver, saw State Transport Minister Mark Bailey ban access.

“I asked my department to look into it, and they’ve found there is an area of the registration regulations which is being misused by these companies,” Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said.

“We can’t have a situation where Queenslanders are being scared into a rip-off. “The closure will be in place until we progress amendments later in 2023, which will include a thorough consultation process with those impacted by the changes.”

Peter Nugent from Holding Redlich lawyers said operators would now need to seek a court order “which is expensive to

obtain and probably makes the concept unviable”.

“Breach notices are sent to the registered owners of the cars, and they might not be the actual driver,” Mr Nugent said.

“Any obligation is only enforceable against the driver and the car park operator has to prove that the registered owner is the driver.

“The operator has to prove that the contract was made with the person the penalty notice was sent to and that the penalty is a validly claimed under it, which might not be the case even if there is a contract.”

Mr Nugent said that if there is a valid

claim then the car park operator or debt collector will need to lodge a civil claim.

“It is difficult to imagine that occurring for a such small amounts of money,” he said, adding that all threats of litigation needed to be taken seriously.

Beerwah Marketplace, which introduced three-hour parking limits last year, is considering the impact of the state government move.

While PriPark, which is contracted to the Marketplace, has said it is business as usual for their operation and is monitoring the situation.

Private car park operators are seeking a meeting with the National Retail Association to discuss the issue.

No greater treasures

and platelets every two weeks. And he has no intention of stopping anytime soon, calculating he could be up to 730 donations by his 72nd birthday.

“I was 18 when I first became a blood donor,” Doug explained. “Mum and Dad were both donors and I thought why don’t I give it a try.”

“I have always wanted to give back in whatever capacity, whether it be donating blood, or being involved with the SES, surf lifesaving… the community aspect is really what it’s about.”

Brenda echoed that statement, who, after reading of the plight of the Glass House Mountains RSL Sub-Branch committee and having recently joined as members of the club, took on the much needed role of Treasurer.

“After being cooped up the last few years, we decided it was time to spread our wings again and joined the RSL in December 2022,” Brenda explained.

“I had seen the story about the call out for volunteers on the committee and when we were in next I said to Brian [Machin, subbranch president] I have extra time, and I’d be happy to give my time to the committee... Doug also put his hand up to help.”

With a background of working in the services, Brenda has a full membership with the club and Doug joined as a social member, volunteering his time behind the bar.

Coolwell in international boxing debut

By Kirra Livingstone

DANA ‘Deadly’ Coolwell is set for his first international fight when he takes on undefeated featherweight, Afghani Hasib Ahmadi, at Dubai’s Agenda Arena on March 18.

Dana said being on an international main event fight card is a huge boost for his profile on a night which features Aussie heavyweight Lucas Browne up against American Jarrell Miller.

“It’s a massive opportunity for me and I plan on making it a career best performance,” Dana said.

“This fight means a lot for me because when I perform the way I plan on, it will possibly open up new doors and other fights overseas again.” Dana’s opponent has won all 15 of his fights, including five KOs, but the Beerwah boxer said he is not daunted. “He’s a shorter fighter than me, so I plan on using my reach, speed and footwork to make him miss out, land him early, before I start to sit down on my punches and hurt his body,” he said.

IT HAS never been a question of why, but why not? Brenda and Doug Treasure have been married for 26 years and along with running two businesses, their generosity for helping the community has been brewing along the way.

No strangers to the act of generosity and volunteering, Doug has recently clocked up an incredible 400 donations

to Blood Bank, along with his ongoing voluntary role as a coast guard at Caloundra and many voluntary positions previously held throughout the country, even overseas.

When Doug first began donating to Blood Bank, he explained they would only take full blood, which was collected every ten weeks. Now, he donates plasma

“If you don’t have board members and fill those key roles, those organisations and services could close,” Brenda said, sharing the importance the sub-branch plays within the community, welcoming and supporting everyone that comes through the doors.

“There are lots of volunteer opportunities if people only just looked and get them.”

“We started the year just getting as fit as possible and then this fight opportunity came about, and I took it… now going back full time as an athlete gives me another five weeks to prepare even better.”

Compromise over Roys Rd detour debacle

A COMPROMISE has been reached over a road upgrade that would have seen residents of Roys Rd forced to take a 16-km detour just to get home.

Member for Caloundra, Jason Hunt, met with Stockland and the Department of Transport and Main Roads last week following concerns from residents about the upgrade of the Bells Creek Arterial Rd and Roys Rd intersection.

An issue was the construction of barriers that would have denied drivers the ability to turn right in and out of Roys Road.

Mr Hunt said he was pleased to say following those discussions residents will be able to turn right into Roys Rd, although they will still be unable to turn right leaving Roys Road.

Although residents would prefer right turns from both ways on their street, Mr Hunt said people seem to be happy with the decision as it’s a step in the right direction. “I think it was important for me to speak to residents to let them know of the compromise,” he said.

“I think some of the angst from the community, which was justified, was because there was a lack of consultation from TMR about what residents wanted.”

The meeting also discussed long term plans to maximise accessibility on Bells Creek Arterial Road and Roys Road, including the potential installation of traffic lights installed on both highway exits onto Roys Road.

By Sonia Isaacs

OVER the last few years there has been increasing speculation around the sustainability of our aged care system. Recent government, industry and media reports suggest an escalating crisis, with a shortage of staffing levels a key area of concern for the sector.

Like many aged care service providers, Glasshouse Country Care have found it challenging to employ enough staff to meet the needs of clients.

Speaking with GC&M News, Glasshouse Country Care general manager Clare Mullins said the aged care staffing crisis was real, with the situation unfortunately exacerbated by the negative publicity surrounding the aged care sector.

“Recruiting new staff over the last few years has not been easy, and this has meant that delivery of some services has not been as robust as we would have liked. We would love to have more ‘feet on the ground’ and we encourage interest from our local area in what can be an incredibly valuable and rewarding long term career,” said Clare.

there were numerous benefits including full training, job variety, security and flexibility, and the prospect for career development. She said one of the biggest drawcards was the genuine opportunity to have a well-paid rewarding career where every day was different, and staff members were truly able to make a positive difference to the lives of others on a daily basis.

“People may think aged care is not a happy or energising environment; and this is simply not true. It is often a joyous job – we have many staff who have been in the industry for years, and we have a lot of fun as a team, as well as a lot of fun alongside our clients. The value of

explained Clare.

Clare said while a Certificate III qualification was required for Personal Care work, no formal qualifications were required to perform Domestic Assistant roles. She said Certificate III – Individual Support qualifications were currently highly subsidised by the Australian Government with the possibility of the practical hours required to complete the qualification, achievable whilst employed as a Domestic Assistant with an aged care provider. For those interested in a career start or change, more information can be found at www.ghcare.org.au or resumes can be dropped off or sent to the Glasshouse Country Care Beerwah office.

Glasshouse Country Care staff and client.

Love conquers all

By Sonia Isaacs

IT is a message that should need no reminding: love one another unconditionally.

But it is a message we need to hear regularly.

Now Montville Village Hall is set to host world-renowned thought leader, Jayne Ozanne, for a very special supper conversation on Shrove Tuesday, February 21 at 6pm.

Jayne is director of the Global Interfaith Commission on LGBT+ Lives and a prominent gay evangelical who works to ensure full inclusion of all LGBTQ+ people, particularly LGBTQ+ people of faith.

She is Director of the Ozanne Foundation, which works with religious organisations around the world to eliminate discrimination based on sexuality or gender identity.

Reverend Deborah Bird, from the Anglican Parish of Maleny said to have such a high calibre speaker such as Jayne share her unique story was a real coup for St. Mary’s at Montville.

Rev’d Bird said she believed this was the first visit to Australia for Ms Ozanne, who has been invited to be a keynote speaker at the World Pride and Human Rights Conference in Sydney March 1-3.

“Thanks to friends in Sydney and the assistance of the Rangebow Festival in Montville, we’ve been able to bring Jayne to the Coast for a pancake supper conversation,” Rev’d Bird said.

“It’s an enormous privilege to have

Jayne come to our little church in Montville because while her work is global, its impact is important for people of faith everywhere and especially those of us in the Anglican Church.”

The dinner conversation is being held on Pancake Tuesday, which is also known as ‘Mardi Gras’.

During the evening Ms Ozanne will share her journey from self-acceptance to public advocacy, promoting the sacred call to unconditional love for all.

Rev’d Bird said hosting the event on Mardi Gras was a great opportunity to celebrate Ms Ozanne’s message where

Landsborough land set for development

DEVELOPERS are proposing to build three single story detached houses in a landlocked vacant block of land off Mill Street in Landsborough.

The medium-density zoned block requires the use of an easement to reach the proposed properties on the 2738sqm site.

The developer applied for a material change of use to the Sunshine Coast Council on February 15.

According to the application, the development would consist of three properties from 405sqm to 428sqm in total size, with about 27 per cent, or 659sqm, of common use landscaped area and three visitor car park spaces.

unconditional love means safety for LGBTQ+ people and embrace of all beautifully diverse communities.

Reverend Deborah Bird

“It’s a conversation for anyone who needs encouragement as they explore their spirituality and identity, anyone thinking about faith and diversity, and for everyone who knows we all need a bit of help to learn to love each other better,” Rev’d Bird said.

Tickets are $10 donation, available via www.trybooking.com/CFWCU or by contacting Reverend Deb Bird 0457 519 899. Montville Village Hall, Memorial Close, Montville.

Each unit has two car parks.

“Overall, the proposed development presents a significant infill development opportunity that is consistent with the low scale and low-rise character of buildings in the area,” the proposal stated.

Jayne Ozanne is Director of the Global Interfaith Commission on LGBT+ Lives

It’s an enormous privilege to have Jayne come to our little church in Montville...

Service is part of his DNA

By Sonia Isaacs

WONDERING what the trick is to successfully stepping into the world of community groups? Being a good listener. That’s a key piece of advice from longtime hinterland volunteer and ‘professional’ committee member Ian Hope.

Ian is stepping away from the community he has lived, loved and volunteered in to move to Brisbane in the coming weeks.

As he and his wife, Marg, prepare to relocate GC&M News spoke to Ian about his experience on the many local organisations he has worked in.

Ian has consistently offered his sharp wit, solid guidance, and governance assistance – often delivered with his signature droll sense of humour. Last week friends and community members gathered at the Steaming Cup café in Landsborough to say goodbye, as Ian and Marg prepare to relocate to Brisbane.

When he first moved to Landsborough, Ian continued his involvement with Rotary by joining the Rotary Club of Glasshouse Country, he also joined Glasshouse Country Toastmasters. Soon afterwards became involved at Morris House and set up the Landsborough Area NILS (No Interest Loan Scheme) which provided financial support to adults who were excluded from mainstream financial services. Ian had originally been involved with NILS since 1997 when he had been part of a group that established the scheme in Mackay. He said he also worked with a group of wonderful like-minded

people on the Coalition of Community Boards on the Sunshine Coast, and later became involved with Landsborough Hall, Landsborough Love Where We Live (LWWL) and Landsborough Rail Overpass Group. Over the last year or so, he also offered his time to support the Beerwah Sportsground committee and Celebrate Glasshouse Country.

Ian said serving the community and being involved was just part of his DNA, having come from a long line of community minded family members who were also actively involved in their communities in North Queensland through support, advocacy and union work. Ian said what he enjoyed the most was working with people to identify an end game, working towards

that goal, and being part of a team where everybody contributed. He said people in communities often came together around an issue looking to find a solution. He said If they needed a bit of guidance he was always happy to offer that where he could.

“Governance is a necessary evil but it is vital for community groups to be aware of what needs to be done so they don’t find themselves at risk. I just learnt what to do over time by tapping into what professionals such as accountants and lawyers would suggest when offering advice for community organisations – I was just a good listener!” said Ian.

Ian was originally a teacher of the Hearing Impaired. He then spent time managing the family business (Fishing

Tackle and Ship’s Chandlery) alongside his brother. Before he retired, he was the Regional Business Manager for Department of Communities based in Mackay.

Ian said he thought wherever possible it was important to work within your local community, to build relationships to maximise the assistance to those in need. He said he had enjoyed great satisfaction as a volunteer working with NILS clients, as well as Rotary projects such as their grants scheme which had benefited other local organisations such as the Landsborough Scouts, Kindy, and Rural Fire Brigade. He said the Rotary community grants program was a great vehicle to extend relationships of club members with the wider community.

Ian said he believed it was becoming more challenging for some people to have the capacity volunteer their time however he encouraged people to consider stepping up to volunteer - as often that was a key factor in ensuring the ongoing viability of community associations be it sporting clubs or community advocacy groups.

“I heartily support people being involved in their local community; it is the way to ensure the needs of the community can be met,” he said.

Ian and his wife Marg are relocating to Brisbane to be closer to family, and many people around Glasshouse Country will be wishing them well for the next chapter of their lives. Ian said he has promised Marg he will only get involved in no more than four organisations when they arrive at their new place of residence!

Ian Hope

A park to play and be safe is not that big an ask is it?

By Jennifer Kent

FRUSTRATED Peachester residents are concerned that a local park approved in 2019 after years of campaigning, will not receive council budgeting for crucial fencing and equipment for another decade.

Local residents have been fighting for the now-named Howard Walker Park in Peachester for many years.

But they were left disappointed last week after a council document stated there was no budget for its development in the 10-year capital works program.

Last year Council received substantial feedback from the community in the project’s ‘Have your say’ survey about what infrastructure they’d like to see, which helped shape council’s recently published Schematic Concept Plan of

the park. While there is a lot to be excited about in the concept plans, with many of the community’s ideas now visualised, the community’s concern is that they may be left waiting to see any real progress.

“This is not a surprise to council,” said Mel Driscoll, spokesperson for the A Park for Peachester group, who have been championing the community park for many years.

“It has been four years since the tenure of the land to council ... the timeline is frustrating ... and it is not as if the community haven’t been willing to talk about it.” The group of passionate community members explained that they were promised funding in the 2021/22 budget and were given the impression this would go toward fencing the block, which backs onto the busy Peachester

Road and is of great concern to parents, but that promise has been broken. While the 2022/23 budget included $4,000 toward the now constructed Vehicle Park Entry Sign, funding for the park’s boundary fencing, flagged as priority, has yet to be confirmed.

“Our expectations aren’t high, we want to make this already beautiful, cherished and loved space safer with the installation of fencing and a toilet block, but when a safety issue has been pushed to the back, and when we see other projects with less campaigning behind them come to fruition… it is frustrating and disappointing.”

The project has undergone a number of community consultations to ensure the future of the land was suitably developed, with the latest update detailing “while

Sunshine Coast Women missing out on Screening

A lack of time and not prioritising their own wellbeing are two of the major barriers women face in looking after their health. BreastScreen Sunshine Coast supports International Women’s Day and its mission to assist women to make informed decisions about their health.

On the Sunshine Coast, almost half of women over the age of 50 are not having a breast screen every two years as

recommended by doctors. BreastScreen Queensland Health Promotion Officer Gillian Duffy is urging women to put themselves first and book in for a screen.

“We have six services across the Coast and the mobile service will be conveniently located in Nambour Mill Shopping Village in March. We have early, late and Saturday appointments to make it easier for working women, and the service is free,” Ms Duffy said.

BreastScreen Queensland is calling on all women to make their health a priority this International Women’s Day and those aged 40 years and over to book a breast screen appointment. No doctor’s referral is needed and appointments take less than 30 minutes.

“If you are female and over 40, take advantage of our fast, free and friendly service. It could save your life,” Ms Duffy said.

these improvements are not currently included in Council’s 10 year Capital Works Program, the plan will assist with seeking funding to develop the park”.

Division 1 Councillor Rick Baberowski acknowledged the issue could have been better explained in the update.

“The 10-year capital works program is directed at existing asset renewals and as the Peachester Park is new it will progressively make its way onto the 10-year program as assets are added,” Cr Baberowski explained, apologising for unintentionally alarming the community.

“I would want to see the fencing delivered in 2023 and perhaps subject to the budget discussions be confident that the seating node/s are in the pipeline shortly after that.

“It is a genuinely tough funding environment, with all sorts of very real cost escalations across the board, but we all want to see this much-loved, great new nature play park become more developed and therefor even more used.”

According to Cr Baberowski, plans have been in the works for some time on the construction of pathways and fencing surrounding the park, which he confirmed is seen as the top priority. With budget workshops coming up, he said he would be looking for support for funding, starting with the fencing. “Staff are confident that now they have a development plan they can watch out for funding opportunities and state grants,” he explained. “And that could mean we come back to the community with some further options, which would be great.”

However, the Peachester community is cautious in getting their hopes ups about inclusion in the next budget, with a lack

Tricky time for businesses in the new year

THE AUSTRALIAN business environment is becoming more challenging acording to the results of a new survey.

Creditor reporting agency, CreditorWatch has found that trade receivables, which is the average value of invoices, have declined and trade payment defaults have increased by 39% year-on-year. Credit enquiries have also risen by 129% year-on-year, and external administrations are expected to increase further throughout the year.

The BRI for January is the lowest point since CreditorWatch started collecting data in January 2015. In addition, court actions are at their highest level since September, up by 36% compared to January 2022.

The region with the lowest insolvency risk is Yarra Ranges in Victoria, while Gold Coast Hinterland in Queensland and Melton-Bacchus Marsh in Victoria are the regions with the highest risk of default across Australia.

CreditorWatch CEO, Patrick Coghlan, states that the results of the January BRI, especially the upward trend in trade payment defaults, suggest a tough year ahead for Australian businesses.

But he remains optimistic that inflation will peak soon, leading to an improvement in business and consumer confidence.

He adds the Australian economy is in a better position than most.

A $3m linen champion

By Sonia Isaacs

WHAT does $3 million worth of linen look like? Jodi Hamlyn-Harris is in a better position than most to answer that question after being inducted into the Lorraine Lea $3m club this month.

Proving that the party-plan industry can be much more than a side hustle, Maleny local Jodi was recently recognised as one of the top three sellers for 2022 at a gala awards ceremony for Australian linen and homeware company, Lorraine Lea. Along with cracking her personal goal of achieving over $304K in sales, Jodi was also officially inducted into the $3 million sales club at the recently held annual conference and awards night held at the Gold Coast on February 11.

Jodi said joining the $3m club represented a huge career highlight as well as a considerable sales achievement. She said while she actually hit the milestone target in March last year; to have it recognised so publicly in front of her company, team members and peers was awesome. The award moment was also made extra special as Jodi shared the stage with fellow Queensland recipient Lesley Ratz who originally introduced Jodi to the company in 2004, and has been a friend and mentor ever since.

“To have been inducted into this very exclusive club onstage with my leader, mentor and linen bestie Lesley at our conference was a career highlight for me! I think one of the things that has contributed to my success over the years is that I work hard and always try to see Balancing range.

“I really love my business mainly because of the beautiful people I get to play with - my gorgeous hosts and customers, wonderful Linenology team and my fellow Lorraine Lea Leaders. It really is like being part of a family and I feel very privileged to be a member of the linen community. I also love the crazy money I make by showing lovely people lovely linen,” said Jodi.

Jodi Hamlyn-Harris (centre) is congratulated for exceptional sales record.

Jack’s shock family history

By Jennifer Kent

FROM the shock discovery of his father’s history upon his death, came the inception of what would decades later turn into Jack Wilcox’s seventh and final published book, ‘Unwed and Pregnant – 1903: Annie’s story’.

Perhaps a little left field in Jack’s anthology - his previous works touching on the history of Maleny through Rotary, tennis and weather, as well as his autobiography about his longspanning career in Government - ‘Unwed and Pregnant – 1903: Annie’s story’ is about the horrific treatment of single mothers by society, government and the church around the turn of the twentieth century, torn between seeing the need for help but fearful of being accused of supporting immorality. A want to explore his own family history led to years of research which was initially intended to be limited to just one article for his family, however, with a history many others potentially share, Jack felt it was a topic worth delving

“It’s a story, a history, and a local contribution which would otherwise be lost,” he said adding that one author he researched asserted that ‘everyone’ has at least one ancestor of dubious parentage.

Upon his father’s passing, Jack went into the office of the Sydney Morning Herald, to put a notice in about his death. To Jack’s surprise he learnt his father’s name was not, in fact, Wilcox and he was registered as the bastard child of spinster Annie Murphy; Father not known.

All the players in this saga are now dead; the rawness of this discovery has healed over time and Jack has left it to his 90th birthday to publish this story.

His last book, about a father he loved dearly.

“My sister researched a huge amount into the Wilcox family for family circulation,” Jack explained.

“But the more I research it, the more it revealed about the hate and shame these women endured.

“I made many enquiries, and researched dozens of references to the way in which women in Annie’s position were treated [young, unwed and pregnant] to produce this slim volume.”

As Jack learnt, the options for women of that time were very few, however Annie was one of the lucky ones who, although found herself unwed and pregnant at 23, had a stable family relationship.

“The full blame for the pregnancy was given to the mother and at the time the shame was so great that there were few options available to these mothers,” he explained.

“What became popular at the time was infanticide. The other options were ‘baby farms’ or they were taken by the Government and adopted out.

“It was shocking treatment and for many of these women, they were forced into prositution as the only means to provide for their child.”

Jack shared that since Annie’s time, “the full emancipation of

women has stalled - it is still a work in progress”.

This slim volume is a limited, numbered edition which will not be reprinted. Copies will be available at Rosetta Books and Maleny Bookshop.

Weekly Card Night - CWA Hall

DO YOU like playing cards but don’t have anyone to play with? The Beerwah community card group meet weekly to play 500 and Canasta. Card games such as canasta offer brain boosting power by stimulating higher functions in areas of the brain, while playing games with others provides valuable social interaction and helps combat social isolation.

You are invited to join your local card night at the QCWA Hall, Simpson Street, Beerwah. Every Thursday night from 6.45pm to 10pm. The community card group has been running in excess of 10

years at the QCWA Beerwah hall, and new players are always welcomed. The cost is $3 per night with supper provided by members in turn.

For further details please email: qcwabeerwah@gmail.com

Story Dogs visit View Club

Contributed by Janet Kitchin

GLASSHOUSE Country View Club held their February lunch last week – during the meeting vacant committee positions were filled for the year by Glenda who continues as assistant treasurer and now also delegate, and Janet who continues as publicity officer these positions were officiated over by President Sandra who is now our Sunshine lady also.

Our guest speaker was Maree from Story Dogs who gave a very interesting talk on their work. This organisation

Valentine’s Day at Maleny Dairies

Contributed by Janette Barnes

THE GLASSHOUSE Country Senior Citizens Club had their first meeting for 2023 on Valentine’s Day.

It was great to catch up with other members and to make plans. The highlight of the meeting was an informative presentation by Sally and Ross from Maleny Dairies. We all had delicious samples of fruit yoghurts and custard. Subsequently, there is now scheduled a barbeque and tour of Maleny Dairies in the near future. Watch this space as more trips are being planned!

After our meeting, we adjourned to the Beerwah pub for lunch.

Next month, our guest speaker is Nikki Breslin, who will impart her considerable knowledge of all things herbs and spicesincluding their beneficial remedies.

GCSCC meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 9am, Beerwah Community Hall. Please contact 0448 762 637 for further information, seniors 50 and over, are very welcome.

was formed in 2009 in NSW and now 600 volunteers with their dogs assist children in schools to gain confidence in their reading skills by reading to dogs. This is a self-funded organisation with sponsors paying for books, insurance and whatever else is needed to enable them to function. 3,000 children each week benefit from this scheme in 358 schools. Thank you Maree for talking to us – a certificate of thanks was presented to her by club member Esther. On the 1st March we will have an outing to Caboolture Art Gallery where we will meet at 10.15am – the current exhibition includes “The Tulip Project” this will be followed by lunch at The Coffee Patch Café.

Any ladies who are interested in coming along to one of our events or would like to join our club should contact either Adrienne on 0408 486 124 or Janet on 0448 845 303. www.view.org.au

CWA International Womens Day

INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. The QCWA Beerwah branch is proud to be hosting an IWD Breakfast on March 8th from 7am to 9am at the QCWA hall in Beerwah.

The theme for IWD 2023 is #EmbraceEquity for the social, economic, cultural and political advancement of women. The breakfast event is limited to 25 to ensure an intimate experience and will be fully catered featuring delicious and healthy homemade recipes inspired by the QCWA Country Kitchen initiative.

You are invited to join the QCWA Beerwah members and their inspiring panel of local women for discussion and a delicious hand prepared breakfast.

QCWA member Gail Farlow, and local businesswoman will facilitate the special guest panel; Emily Sweet – Complex Manager, Bunnings Caboolture, Lyn McDonald – Principal, Beerwah High School, Patsy Lee – President, QCWA Nambour and North Coast division, Jenny Broderick – President, Glasshouse Mountains Chamber of Commerce and Dana Thompson - First Nations Community Development Officer at Caloundra Community Centre.

Limited tickets available: https://www.trybooking.com/events/ landing/1006452

Glenda, Sandra and Janet

President Judy thanking Ross and Sally

Council doing its job

FEELING rather strongly about the recent closure of the iconic One Tree Hill wedding photography venue, I felt compelled to pen a letter of complaint to the Council.

Within a few days, a representative from Council rang to explain their position and duty of care and once you have the other piece of the puzzle, it all makes sense.

I now feel obligated to write to the paper to offer a more balanced perspective on what I can see is a rather “hot potato” (and one-sided issue) for many people.

The wedding photography per se at the venue was never the issue!

So, what was, you may ask?

The two complaints arose from a misuse of the intended purpose of the venue – AND without the consent or knowledge of the property owner(!!)

What could possibly be going on?

The problem that has developed over time is that this very popular site has morphed into much more than just a beautiful site for wedding photography –but for the wedding service itself(!!)

That is a commercial venue and, as such, needs a special licence.

Council has to monitor and assess the likely risks and hazards of the increased traffic (and pedestrians) to the area –with many vehicles being parked at the side of the narrow road in places where vehicles are not supposed to park (as well as pedestrians crossing where cars don’t expect to see them).

Council has a duty of care to 1) investigate; 2) educate; and 3) to seek compliance in areas especially those infringing on health and safety areas.

NB: the land owner chose to withdraw their venue from any further use as a site for wedding photos – NB: it was not council that ordered it to be shut down.

Further, Council stated that the report re: “tens of thousands” of dollars in donations being sent to local charities is a fabricated claim and is more in the order of hundreds of dollars.

So, it pays to fact-check everything –especially those issues which easily stir up community sentiment and dissent – I have learnt my lesson.

PS. I too am one of many who has had a family member choose to use this beautiful One Tree Hill venue for their

wedding photos.

Another revision

Lynda Utting Beerwah

David Lowry (GC&M News 14 Feb 2023) comments on my previous letter stating that I am “confusing weather and climate” when I said that average global temperatures have actually cooled over the last eight years.

There is a natural climate explanation for this as 2015/16 was a hot El Niño year followed by three La Niña years which have caused global cooling.

The 450+ billion tons of manmade CO² emitted over those eight years strangely caused no warming at all.

According to the IPCC, manmade CO² is only 5% of all natural CO² emissions but as the natural system is in equilibrium, humans are causing most of the warming.

This is debatable as unpredictable volcanic eruptions including undersea volcanoes which we have little knowledge of, emit vast amounts of CO² and other gases which randomly affect the climate.

It is now well established that the extra CO² in the atmosphere is greening the earth and plant and tree growth measured by satellite in 2016 showed a 14% increase over the previous 30 years so it will be much more now.

Recent studies show that evapotranspiration from increasing vegetation growth causes more clouds and rain which also help to cool

temperatures.

As David says, “climate science is alive and well”, when it is constantly revised.

Sel Hopley Maleny

Cult in tact

I note over the last few weeks in the paper that the local chapter of the global warming cult have been feverishly in research mode as they desperately look for anything that can back their Global Warming theory. The most recent piece of gold that they have found is that one year in the recent past was average just over .5 degree celcius warmer that other years. Good for them, the cult remains in tact and they have proven the science with out doubt. WOW.

Shane Daly Peachester

Perpetuating myths

Shane Daly (GCMNews 7 Feb) listed 12 instances of “climate alarmists” supposedly getting it wrong. If Shane’s aim is to make me think that all climate projections (particularly alarming ones) should be ignored, he will have to try harder.

None of the headlines are derived from scientific publications—they are all journalists’ click bait.

And much of it is misleading or irrelevant.

For example ozone depletion was truly alarming in 1974, but politicians,

Give with one hand and whack over the head with the other

HATS off to the Commonwealth Bank for volunteering to pause regional branch closures while a Senate inquiry into the impact of said closures on small communities gets underway.

As a sign of “good faith” the CBA said it was pausing the closure of two branches. That must hurt.

It’s all too little too late for the hinterland though with the CBA cutting and running last year.

It followed the ANZ, which exited the year prior. Just the BoQ waves the flag now for full service banking in the region.

Interestingly the bank made its “good faith” announcement just a week before announcing another headline-making revelation: That it recorded a $5.15 billion half year profit.

That’s a 9 per cent rise at a time when

the country and now we’re charged $2.50 or more by private operators for the privilege of holding cash.

I’m sure the CBA has already largely delivered on its scorched-earth regional closures KPIs, so let’s take this temporary pause on closures with a grain of salt.

Thanks big banks, we’re grateful for your service.

limits at shopping centres etc. Transport Minister Mark Bailey has now stopped operators accessing registration details to pursue breach notices and while private operators have been a bit quiet, ASX-listed Smart Parking - whose shares fell sharply after the announcement - put out a statement that said the move would have an effect on its Queensland operations.

industrialists and scientists managed to get it under control by agreeing the Montreal Protocol in 1987

Acid rain was indeed a big problem when the headline was written in 1980, but in the same year US Congress started to get sulphur emissions under control with the Acid Deposition Act.

Four of Shane’s items relate to the possible return to an ice age.

When I graduated in geology in 1962, recent acquisition of deep sea cores showed that Milankovich was right about minor orbital perturbations tipping the planet in and out of ice ages.

If you had asked me then I would have said that we looked to be a bit overdue for the next glaciation, but without any ‘alarm’. A second factor was that between 1944 and 1968 the planet cooled by 0.1C because the burst of industrialisation and agriculture was accompanied by a lot smoke, sulphur and dust.

This cooled the planet faster than the increasing CO2 was heating it.

Popular demand for breathing clean air resulted in the addition of sulphur scrubbers and dust precipitators to factory chimneys, and the planet resumed heating. However during this period it was easy for a journalist to make a sensational story by combining the two factors.

Shane perpetuates the denialist myth that “the list of doomsday predictions that climate alarmists got right add up to zero”.

Not so. Peterson et al. (2008) examined technical publications 1965 – 1980 and found only 10 per cent suggested global cooling but 62 per cent warned of global heating and they were right.

David Lowry

I wouldn’t advise people to not pay their ‘breach notice’ and see what happens, but if, of your own volition, you didn’t pay up - were you even driving the car that day? - it would be interesting to see how far the matter would be pursued. Do you want to ‘fine’ out?

Glasshouse History Group

Time: Tuesday 1.30pm

Where: Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre (behind the Post Office)

Info: All welcome to bring along their memories, photographs or interesting objects. Afternoon tea is available. Alternatively email us at glasshouse.history@gmail.com

Feb 21

Pride, Pancakes and Unconditional Love

Time: Tuesday, 6pm

Where: Montville Village Hall

Bunya Dreaming

Time: Saturday, from 11am – sundown

Where: Ewen Maddock Dam, Steve Irwin Way (opposite Big Kart Track) Landsborough

Feb 25

International Women’s Day Brekky

Time: Wednesday, 7-9am

Where: CWA Hall, Simpson Street Beerwah

Mar 8

Feb 21

Info: A Shrove Tuesday supper with guest speaker Jayne Ozanne, Director of the Global Interfaith Commission on LGBT+ Lives. Jaynes shares her journey from self-acceptance to public advocacy, promoting the sacred call to unconditional love of all. In partnership with The Rangebow Festival. Enquiries: Deborah Bird maleny@anglicanchurchsq.org.au

Pancake Morning Tea

Time: Tuesday, 10am

Where: Uniting Church, Twin Peaks Rd, Beerwah

Info: Bunya Dreaming is an annual celebration of the significance of the Bunya pine (Araucaria bidwillii) in First Nations culture. Activities include Bunya feasting, competitions, bushfoods, bush medicine, challenges, dance, ceremony, fire, yarning, workshops and more! The event is family friendly, all generations are welcome. Book tickets at www.barunglandcare. org.au/bunya-dreaming/ $20 adults (18 years +); $5 for 12-17 year olds; Children under 12 years are free Challenge entry: $2 donation. This is a drug and alcohol free event.

Feb 21

Info: All are welcome to come along for a pancake morning tea at the Uniting Church followed by a presentation on the Oberammergau Passion Play, in Germany 2022.

Card

Night at CWA Hall

Time: Thursday, 6.45-10pm

Where: QCWA Hall, Simpson Street, Beerwah

Feb 23

Info: Do you like playing cards but don’t have anyone to play with? The Beerwah community card group meet weekly to play 500 and Canasta. Running in excess of 10 years at the QCWA Beerwah Hall, and new players are always welcomed. The cost is $3 per night with supper provided by members in turn. For further details please email: qcwabeerwah@gmail.com

Mapleton Hall Country Market

Time: Saturday 8am - 12pm

Where: Mapleton Hall, 31 Obi Obi Rd

War On Waste Pop Up

Time: Saturday, 9am - 12noon

Where: K-Hub, Beerwah Village

Feb 25

Info: War On Waste Glasshouse Country will be outside K-Hub, Beerwah providing information and answering questions about how to reduce, reuse, repair, resell, recycle and compost. Come along and say hello!

Tibetan New Year

Time: Sunday 9.30am - 12pm

Where: Namgyalgar, 206 Woodford Road, Glass House Mountains

Feb 25

Info: As part of the Glasshouse and Hinterland Market Trail we welcome you to join us. Pick up your sourdoughs, pestos, honey, jams, chutneys, a barista coffee, waffles with seasonal fruit, cream or icecream. Listen to live music then wander inside and outside the hall with plants, herbs, leather products, massage and so much more. See you there!

Feb 26

Info: Celebrate Tibetan New Year (Losar) with a family celebration bringing in the year of the Water Hare. Traditional Losar breakfast, Khaita Tibetan song and dance, Tibetan games, family colouring in, mountain views and demonstration of meditative dance, concluding with a light lunch. Tickets $25 (Adults), $8 (Kids 6+). Search eventbrite.com.au or email bookings.namgyalgar@gmail.com

Beerwah Bulldogs Launch Night

Time: Saturday from 4pm

Where: Beerwah Sports Grounds

Mar 4

Info: Come and join the fun in kicking off the Beerwah Bulldogs 2023 season at this family friendly event. Canteen and bar will be open with live music, rides for the whole family, face painting, footy kicking competition, raffles and fireworks.

Info:QCWA Beerwah will be hosting their 2023 International Women’s Day Breakfast with special guest speakers. Enjoy a light breakfast inspired by QCWA Country Kitchens recipes, lucky door prizes, and panel discussion. Tickets $25 available through trybooking.com.au

Motorcycle Club Swap Meet

Time: Saturday from 6am

Where: Maleny Showgrounds

Mar 11

Info: On March 11, the Sunshine Coast branch of the Historical Motorcycle Club will hold their annual Swap Meet at the Maleny Showgrounds. Motorcycle enthusiasts from around the country will descend on the Showgrounds for what will be the 29th Maleny Swap. Not only does the swap fund the running of our club, but the money raised supports charities which include the Qld Cancer Council, Prostate Cancer and Bloomhill Cancer Care to name a few. Entry tickets $10, Stall tickets $10.

Stamp Fair

Time: Saturday 8.30am - 3.30pm

Where: Kawana Community Centre, Naminya Street, Buddina (off Point Cartwright Road)

Mar 18

Info: The Caloundra and Sunshine Coast Stamp Clubs are hosting a joint Stamp Fair and welcome members of the public to come along for free. There will be SEQLD Stamp Clubs and professional stamp dealers in attendance, with viewing and the opportunity to purchase. There will be on site refreshments, ample parking is available with ground floor disabled access.

Maleny Film Festival

Time: Various film times over three days

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Mar 24-26

Info: The Maleny Film Society is pleased to present a curated selection of four films about writers at work. The festival will showcase She Said (USA, 2022), Adaptation (USA, 2001), Paterson (USA, 2016) and Lost Illusions (France, 2021). Keep an eye on the website for more information www.malenyshowsociety.com.au

Paul Ballum-Cross Concert

Time: Sunday 2pm

Where: St George’s Anglican Church, Maleny

Mar 26

Info: Come and enjoy this afternoon of classics and compositions executed with skill, sensitivity and joy. Paul, who has a Doctorate in Musicology, is a well-known and respected musician, composer, and teacher in the Brisbane community. His performance includes pieces by Mompou, Arregui, Sor and Tarrega. Tickets are available through trybooking.com

Staying a while at Vianta

GC&M News ducked into Vianta Espresso and Wine Bar at Beerwah for a quick meeting that somehow turned into breakfast and lunch.

Time flies in the cool and relaxed confines of Vianta.

The establishment, at 70 Simpson Street, is open seven days from 6.30am to 4pm except on Fridays when it stays open until 10pm with dinner, drinks and live music regular features as patrons wind down for the weekend.

and with the rich hollandaise sauce and salmon were filling and delicious. Likewise the breakfast wrap was nicely presented and tasty. Our health conscious colleague ordered the muesli and with its mixed berries and natural yoghurt said he

The cafe also has regular art exhibits often with creative local artists showcasing their talents with a new exhibit opening on the first Friday of each month. Surrounded by art and book cases filled with good books you are made to feel at home as much as treating yourself to an outing. As the three of us spread out across one of their large dining tables we ordered the eggs florentine, breakfast wrap and muesli bowl.

The poached eggs were perfectly cooked

was very satisfied. Two hours later and in need of more sustenance - and an excuse to keep eating we tried the vegetable frittata, fries and Thai Beef Salad.

The salad with grilled beef strips with a Thai aromatic dressing with the salad was a nice light option as was the frittata. We also loved their homemade smoothies and juices which are made to order.

For those looking for a fuller lunch meal their steak sandwich with chips or fish of the day are top options.

Heart Bakes Music inspires

HEART Baked Music, as the name suggests, is about music created by artists from a heartfelt place. But more than that, Heart Baked Music wants to share warm and inspiring music at small halls and venues where artists can connect and form a relationship with the audience. Venues which have no noise or distractions. Heart Baked Music is also about fairly paying artists with profits from an event going back to the community.

With this ethos Heart Baked Music has connected with the Blackall Range Lions

The Orangery

Beautiful spot for Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch or Weekend Dinner. High tea, group bookings takeaway & grazing platters available.

Open - Tue to Fri - 9am to 3pm Sat & Sun 8am to 3pm MALENY

5435 2545

Cnr Landsborough/Maleny & Mountain View Rd www.theorangerymaleny.com.au

Da Marino

Italian Restaurant

Wood fire pizzas

Dine-in

Delivery options available

Gluten free options available

OPEN Tues to Sun 2pm to 9pm

Da Marino

Italian Restaurant

5494 8333

9/1 Maleny St, Landsborough

www.damarinoitalian.com.au

Maleny Cheese

Multi-award winning dairy products from local farms available in store.

SIMPLY LOCAL

OPEN - Café & Shop OPEN 7 DAYS 10am to 3pm. Local hamper products and wine to go.

to create an afternoon of exceptionally warm and inspiring music played by extremely talented musicians in the intimate and beautiful setting of the historic Mapleton Hall.

All the profits from this event will go to earthquake torn Turkey via the Lions International network so that maximum value of your dollar will be seen on the ground.

The musicians for the upcoming Mapleton Hall event are Kelly Cork, Shaky Razor (pictured above) and Steve Sparrow.

Your authentic taste of Thailand right here in Beerwah. Dine in and Takeaway – call to order and we will phone when it is ready. Book now for group functions.

OPEN - Wed – Sun: 5pm to 7.30pm (Dining until 8.30pm)

Lunch Sat – Sun: 11.30am to 2pm

5494 0446 48 Simpson Street, Beerwah www.baanthaibeerwah.com.au

Eggs Florentine

Quiche (Vegetable Frittata)

Breakfast Wrap

Smoothies

Muesli Bowl

Thai Beef Salad

FOOD, DRINK, CULTURE

Horizon Festival set to wow

GET your calendars out and highlight these dates if you want to immerse yourself in a Sunshine Coast event like no other.

Organisers have confirmed that the 2023 Horizon Festival, a 10-day showcase of culture, music, visual art, theatre, dance, comedy and creative workshops, will return in 2023 from August 25 to September 3.

Sunshine Coast Council’s Horizon Festival Director Hannah Clissold said audiences and participants could expect more of everything at this year’s festival.

“We are excited to again have a strong arts and cultural line up, showcasing an impressive array of local artists alongside some nationally recognised and, for the first time since the 2019 Festival, one internationally recognised act,” Ms Clissold said.

From forest to farmhouse

ACCORDING to family folklore, the 1902 drought was so severe that the Pattemore family decided to move from Central Tilba NSW to a farming area with “more reliable rainfall”. Two of JR and Emily’s sons, William John (Bill) and Herbert Stanley (Stan) had heard of the lush Blackall Range in Queensland, then being promoted for its dairying opportunities, and by 1906 had arrived and were cutting timber there.

In 1906 Bill began sawmilling at Maleny in partnership with Maleny fruitgrower

ET Thynne, as Thynne and Pattemore. In 1906-07 Bill and Stan purchased 5 Maleny farm blocks for the Pattemore family - one for their father and one for each of the four sons. Title to portion 1257, the site on which Fariview was soon constructed, was registered in the name of John Robert Pattemore in September 1907.

The block comprised 154 acres, much of it bordered by Obi Obi Creek. Bill and Stan were

joined in Maleny by their brothers Ernest Edward and Albert Aaron Pattemore in 1907. The four brothers set about building a home for their parents Robert and Emily Pattemore in 1907 - and if you’ve ever wondered more of how this came about, there is a fabulous film on display at Fairview (Pattemore House) that illustrates just what the brothers had to do. It was of course hard work, and the film captures each step - from the building of the saw pit, to the production of the finished boards from the raw timber white beech

Horoscopes WEEK BEGINNING FEBRUARY 21

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

Your mojo is back, Pisces. This go-getter week helps you vault over any obstacles. Finally aware of the magic you can make, you should make the best use of all your innate talents. Don’t be afraid to press ahead, even if this means stepping outside the box. Consider this your official cosmic pick-me-up.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

Most Ariens have their hands full right now. If you intend to keep loved friends and family guessing, you’re off to a good start. Life seems erratic, so making fixed plans might not be wise. Our lives often put forward difficult dilemmas. Perhaps your world currently feels unbalanced. Perhaps it’s all work and no play. Or, perhaps, you just need a break.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

The cosmos rattles your already unsettled cage - triggering even more impulsive behaviour. Just take care, as rebellious acts are more likely to increase tension rather than reduce it. Of course, it can be fun to defy authority - but, this week, at what cost? Instead, try working all that nervous energy with full-on physical or creative activity.

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

Here’s a week when you’re free to chase your desires - probably to the point of overindulgence. You’re set on experimenting with new styles. Indeed, a classy new look is sure to surprise everyone. Romance may also be a drawcard. Some are smitten with colleagues; others feel drawn to new romance. You feel loving and loved.

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

The planets encourage you to inject some spontaneity into your life - be it in work or at play. All you really need is something or someone who differs from the norm. They could come via a person you already know, or by way of an unexpected invitation. Life has a funny way of turning up these little surprises.

LEO

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

Leos work hard, but maybe it’s time to pass the baton to someone else for a while. This is a week for catching up on things that aren’t all that important and for paying attention to more pleasurable desires. Basically, this week the planets suggest a touch of hedonism, if that’s what it takes to balance you out.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

If you’ve felt overburdened with responsibilities, delightful Jupiter lifts your mood. Expect a busy social scene and an equally agile love life. With finances also improving, you finally get a chance to spend up. No surprises, then, if loved ones benefit from your generosity. Travel if you can - perhaps a cosy break-for-two?

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

Some Librans may have been party to unnecessary conflict lately. Don’t get duped into becoming the reluctant ally. While others might have ideas on how you should spend your valuable time, just go your own sweet way. Especially if you’re caught in someone else’s emotional tug of war. And if it all turns too nasty, make a run for it.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

While others map out a clear plan for the coming week, many Scorpios mull over the past. Recently, life has suffered a reality check. Seeing your inner strength put on the rack can be a queasy experience, but there are always lessons to be learned. Indeed, what you have sacrificed in recent months will soon be returned tenfold.

logs. JR Pattermore operated his Maleny property as a dairy farm on the sharefarming principle, and once Fairview was constructed, quickly set about building up their dairying herd. The share farmer’s house they named “Mosman” was built in 1908/9 (which was subsequently removed to Caloundra) and then the Fairview dairy bails were constructed on the far ridge of their property, to the east of Fairview. These bails are now being restored.

15 Porters Lane Maleny. Open this Saturday 25th February 1.00 - 4.00 pm, with afternoon teas available and plenty of parking. Disabled access also.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

Sharing the brighter, sassier side of your character comes naturally this week. Many Sagittarians also feel drawn towards more risk and adventure. If unexpected offers come sailing in, you’re ready and keen to hop on board. Fortunately, instinct will help you avoid any stormy seas as you intuitively navigate in the right direction.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

The planets ask that you sort out your finances once and for all, so you now have to be totally focused on work and money in order to thrive. The upside? A possible promotion or cash bonus - but stash any extra cash and you may just gain yourself a reprieve. Love brings surprises, with romance possibly being secretive.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

There will probably be a few raised eyebrows this week as you take a less tactful position. How loved ones react to your current mood swings could determine the future of a particular relationship. By insisting on freedom to make your own decisions, you may end up making all the choices yourself. Is that what you really want?

Image credit: Nic Morley

Fasting and feasting

THIS year the church season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 22. It lasts for 40 days, not counting Sundays, until Easter Sunday on April 9. Lent has been associated with the spiritual discipline of fasting. For some Christians, that means not eating meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and the other Fridays in between. Others choose to do without some special foods like chocolate or cakes for the whole 40 days. Others interpret ‘fasting’ as sacrificing something and giving money equivalent to the value to overseas aid projects or local charities helping the less fortunate. This fasting does have health benefits, but that isn’t the focus – rather it is a way to connect more closely with God and our neighbours. Fasting is a common practice for many religious groups and Christians adopted it from our Jewish ancestors. In recent weeks for churches using the international Common Lectionary, Bible readings like Micah 6 and Isaiah 58:1-12 exposed false religiosity and guided us towards the kind of fast that God wants: “Remove the chains of oppression and the yoke of injustice, and let the oppressed go free. Share your food with the hungry and open your homes to the homeless poor. Give clothes to those who have nothing to wear and do not refuse to help your own relatives… then when you pray, I will answer you. I will be with you to save you.”

Many Christians now use Lent as a focus on doing good – ‘paying it forward’ for others and remembering the difficult times Jesus experienced in the final weeks of his life. Some want to ‘do something caring’ rather than just ‘fasting’ from an optional item in their diet.

But feasting is also associated with the beginning and end of Lent. The day before Ash Wednesday in many cultures has a ‘feast’. In Latin America and some European countries, it is called ‘Carnivale’

with Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

and features eating lots of meat and partying in the streets before the solemn time of Lent starts. In Britain, it is Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day, where the eggs and butter in the house are used up before Lent by making pancakes. Races with frying pans of pancakes are less common here, but the fun of eating pancakes together with church friends and neighbours – and sometimes using it as a fundraising activity for overseas aid or local charity work - continues to encourage Christians to focus on what God wants us to do. The final feast happens on Easter Sunday with more than just chocolate Easter eggs; special celebratory foods depending on your culture, and family gatherings proclaim with joy: Christ is risen! The fear of suffering and death has been overturned. Goodness and God win over evil and human manipulation of power. Love is stronger than hatred and fear. Come and join the feasting and fasting of this season, if not for your own sake, then for the sake of wider humanity around our world.

World Day of Prayer 2023

TAIWAN will be the country of focus this year for World Day of Prayer (WDP) on Friday, March 3. Local services will be held at the Uniting Church in Beerwah at 9.30am.

Believing that prayer and action link people together around the globe, organisers of the 2023 WDP are hoping people will be inspired to bring peace and reconciliation into the world by this year’s theme for contemplation and prayerful action - I have heard about your faith.

Attendees are invited to unite for one global theme of prayer that is celebrated in more than 170 countries, while also meeting others and gaining insight into the culture of a different country. Following the service guests are invited to enjoy a fellowship morning tea and refreshments. COVID Safe requirements will be in place at all locations.

To find out more about World Day of Prayer visit www.worlddayofprayeraustralia.org

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY CALVARY CONGREGATION

You are most WELCOME to join us

9.00am each Sunday Reed Street, Glasshouse Mtns (next to RSL) Sunday School, Women’s Fellowship, Bible Study

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

BEERWAH CHURCH 27 Beerwah Parade

Sundays 9 30am & Kids Church

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

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

MALENY CHURCH Maleny Sports Park, via Porter’s Lane

Sundays 9 30am & Kids Church

E: info@cotrmaleny.org W: cotrmaleny.org

Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah

Come and worship with us

Beerwah – Sunday 8.30am

Peachester Community Church –last Sunday of the month 5.30pm

Minister: Rev Dr Elizabeth Nolan

Ph. 0448 358 774 Email: churchgcuc@gmail.com

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES

Saturday 5pm: Peachester Rd, Beerwah

Sunday 7am: Caloundra St, Landsborough

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

www.caloundracatholicparish.net

Seniors Day Out

Contributed by Charles Russell SENIOR members of the Landsborough Seventh-day Adventist Church enjoyed their first social event for 2023. The group recently toured the Maleny Museum and explored the various displays.

This was followed by a fellowship lunch together in the church hall. The group is planning several more activities in 2023. If you would like to be part of this seniors group, contact 0407 101 485 for more information.

New Ladies Fellowship Group

Contributed by Charles Russell LADIES from the Landsborough Seventh-day Adventist Community Church have started a new fellowship group that meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 9.30am in the church community centre at

27 Maleny Street. The group meets to cater for women in the church and community who may feel lonely and would enjoy a time of fellowship with other like-minded women. If you would like to be part of this group, contact 0407 101 485.

Welcomes you each Saturday at 27 Maleny Street

9:30am - All Age Bible Study Hour

(Includes Children and Youth programs)

11:00am - Worship Service

First Saturday of the monthCommunity Lunch

Contact p: 0424 901 301

f: @LandsboroughChurch w: landsborough.org

Poster created by the World Day of Prayer committee of Taiwan

Chronic crisis nears

THE Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) has backed a new report from the Grattan Institute, which warns that Australia is headed for a chronic disease crisis if the government fails to act.

The report, titled ‘ACDC: Highway to Health’, highlights the increasing number of people dying from preventable diseases and urges the government to prioritise chronic disease prevention.

According to the report, nearly half of all Australians now live with chronic disease, with the burden of chronic disease increasing by 38% over the past three decades.

The report estimates that the cost of establishing a disease control body similar to those in Finland and Norway in Australia would be around $600 million.

Adjunct Professor Terry Slevin, CEO of the PHAA, has urged the government to focus on prevention rather than treatment, saying that “it’s ironic that Governments are spending more and more money treating sick people, while investment in measures that stop people getting sick in the first place has remained low.”

Prof Slevin welcomed the Labor Party’s election promise to create an Australian Centre for Disease Control with chronic disease prevention as a central remit, saying that “2023 is the perfect opportunity for the Albanese Government to deliver on its election promise and

create a meaningful legacy that will keep future generations healthy – if they get it right from the onset.”

Slevin also called for the new centre to prioritise prevention and the National Preventive Health Strategy from the start, as well as substantial funding and the right legislative framework.

The Grattan Institute’s report warns that the incoming tsunami of chronic disease is a significant concern for Australia’s health system, and urgent action is needed to prevent it from becoming a crisis.

The Bleeding Obvious™

Cardiovascular disease

By Dr Richard Johnston

Continuing on from my previous article, which introduced the links between poor oral health and numerous medical conditions, in this article, I am going to delve deeper into the links between periodontal disease and Cardiovascular Disease.

The report’s authors estimate that the cost of treating preventable chronic diseases could rise to $223 billion by 2030.

The PHAA has thrown its support behind the Grattan Institute’s report, urging the government to prioritise chronic disease prevention and make it a central focus of the promised Australian Centre for Disease Control.

With chronic disease on the rise in Australia, it’s essential to act now before the country is faced with a full-blown crisis, it said.

During the past 20 years, evidence from population based studies, increasingly points to a robust connection between oral health status and serious major chronic diseases.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD), affecting the heart and blood vessels, is a very common and serious disease in Australia with about 3.5 million people reporting having the condition in 2017-18. Despite significant advances in the treatment of CVD, it remains the cause of more deaths than any other disease - about 50,000 in 2018 - and one of the most expensive, costing about $5.9 billion annually.

Studies reported about a decade ago demonstrated that both periodontal disease and total loss of teeth were associated with greater risk for cardiovascular disease. In 2016, a study investigated whether the severityof periodontal disease and number of remaining teeth related to a past history of heart attack and high blood pressure or hypertension (HT)9. Self-reported history of HT and heart attack was collected in 3,352 patients referred for periodontal diseases to a Swedish county hospital, and in 902 people randomly selected from the general population. The severity of periodontal disease was related to HT independent of age and to the prevalence of heart attack in middle-aged subjects only. On the other hand, the number of teeth was associated with the prevalence of heart attack independent of age. This study showed that both periodontal disease and overall tooth loss from any cause are closely related to cardiovascular disease. More recent evidence from an even larger study has found the alarming result that a person with fewer than 10 of their own teeth remaining is seven times more likely to die of coronary disease than someone with more than 25 of their own teeth. For generations, many aspects of health have been departmentalised and this is certainly true of dentistry. But commonsense tells us that everything is our body is linked and now the evidence is available to back this up. Your oral health is a direct window to your overall health and staying in great oral health has many benefits. Regular visits to your dentist should be about far more than just that ‘clean teeth’ feeling we like, it should be about preventing dental disease or detecting it early to avoid overall health issues.

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

...investment in measures that stop people getting sick in the first place has remained low

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429 Mountain View Road MALENY

This stylish and much-loved home is perfectly positioned and de signed to capture one of the absolute best views of the Hinterland.

• Panoramic views to the Glasshouse Mountains, the Sunshine Coa st & Brisbane City

• Deck extending the length of the home with an elevated sundec k

• High raked ceilings

• Tasmanian Oak flooring throughout

• Fully fenced 4016m 2 block

Just a 4-minute drive away is the bustling township of Maleny a nd all its amenities; primary and secondary schools, medical centres, hospital and of course its celebrated cafes, restaurants and shopping.

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modern styling throughout, bamboo flooring & quality carpets

• Outdoor entertaining area to the North and East perfect for large gatherings

• Stunning rocky creek running through the property, two spring fed dams

• The 13.5 acres (5.5ha) would suit cattle or horses

Whether you’re looking for the forever home with room for animals, or the lock up and leave weekend retreat, you’ll be supremely impressed with what’s on offer.

576 Mountain View Road MALENY

Nestled perfectly at the end of an inviting, tree-lined drive is this award-winning home on a site that once formed part of Mary Cairncross Park. Today, the property is surrounded by remnant rainforest and a pretty rural outlook to the Northeast.

This truly unique offering has room to entertain, space for visiting family and friends and loads of modern style accentuated by features of a bygone era.

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Backyard wildlife

native rainforest vegetation that animals such as the Giant Barred Frog need to survive and thrive.

You might not have a creek in your backyard, but if you let your garden go a little bit wild, with a range of local native trees, vines, shrubs and groundcovers, add some mulch and maybe a water feature or too, then perhaps you too could help create a stepping stone and refuge in your garden for species like this and so many others.

In closing, unfortunately, for Giant Barred Frogs, their size and colouring, confuses some folk and they mistake them with Cane Toads... So, if you’re at all unsure (and perhaps anyway) put away your golf clubs, Dettol or freezer bags and don’t risk killing them!

Positive signs

DID you know that it’s not just in the wild places, but in the towns and even near busy urban streets, that we can find rare and threatened plants and animals. Earlier this month, during a ‘Find a Frog in February’ event presented by Eva Ford from the Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee and hosted by Forest Heart, the 20 or so participants were treated to the amazing discovery of Giant Barred Frogs, Mixophyes iteratus, right here on the banks of the Obi in Maleny. Giant Barred Frogs are one of our largest native frogs, with a body length of up to 120mm. Their colour is generally a

copper-brown, but with darker patches and or stripes. What’s quite outstanding about them are their eyes. Their iris is golden. Over a dozen Giant Barred Frogs were seen at this event, and this is potentially one of the first sightings in Maleny in decades.

What a great story this is, on just how important and successful, revegetation can be, in recreating habitat for our endangered fauna. Over 30 years of revegetation works along the Obi in Maleny have shaded the creek, created a deep leaf litter mulch and a diverse canopy, midstorey and understorey of

for

plastic waste reduction

THERE are positive signs voluntary bans on polystyrene in consumer packaging and food products are working, with the amount counted and collected in the nation’s urban rivers and catchments halving in just 12 months, as the Federal Government considers whether to make them mandatory.

Conservation Volunteers Australia said the interim findings send a strong message to global governments and investors ahead of the Australian Government’s Nature Positive Summit next year, particularly for a Nature Repair Market.

Overall, #SeaToSource has seen about 10,000 Australians and 50 of the nation’s largest businesses help count, collect and contain more-than 360,000 litter items –80 per cent of it plastic – from flowing into the nation’s Great Barrier and Southern Reefs since September 2020, despite COVID and flooding.

This included nearly 50,000 pieces of polystyrene nationally (16 per cent). However, in promising signs, polystyrene fell from top spot (21 per cent) in Year 1 (Sep20-Aug21) to fifth (10 per cent) in Year 2 (Sep21-Aug22). Thin plastic bags also remained steady at about 2% of total waste, suggesting bans phased in over the past decade also continued to reduce pressure on the nation’s waterways.

Giant Barred Frog

... size and colouring, confuses some folk and they mistake them with Cane Toads...

SPORT RESULTS

Beerwah Ladies Golf

Contributed by Brenda Briese

Thursday 9th February we played a Stableford with Mystery Partners 4 ball, with 43 players.

The mystery partners were random two scores selected by the computer.

Winners were Lyn Streele & Jo Malone 44 pts from Audrey Girard & Robyn Ryan 43 pts. NTPs 2. & 2nd shot 18 Jo Malone. 5. Lea Garner. 16. Audrey Girard. BRD went 42pts.

Saturday 11th February was a Stableford with only 20 ladies. Winner was Andrea Campbell 36pts ocb from by Sue Williamson 36pts. NTPs 2. & 5. Sue Williamson, 16 Sonia Kenway, 2nd shot 18. Wendy Bradley. BRD went to 32 pts.

Thursday 16th February was kindly sponsored by Vicki Bartel. It was a Stableford and we played the front 9 twice as the back nine greens were being cored/ renovated.There were 49 players in two divisions. Div.1 Winner Terri Oberhofer 36 pts from Sharron Pretorious 35pts. Div2. Winner Shirley Cooper 38 pts from Audrey Girard 33 pts.

NTPs 2. Gayle Van. 5. Karen Madsen. 11. Robyn Ryan. 14. Megan Davis.

Super Pin was shared by Teresa Keast &

Women’s Glasshouse cricket team into finals

“It was our first venture back to tier one this year, we were tier one probably three years ago and we didn’t win a game and then we went back to tier two for two years and really built it up,” he said.

“Just before Christmas and after Christmas we won all our games and snuck into the finals, I think it looks really good for us next season.”

Despite the loss, Jeremy was really happy with the team’s efforts throughout the season and praised their dedication to developing their skills.

“The ladies’ commitment to the season was really fantastic, that’s the reason why they improved so much from the start of

THE tier one women’s Glasshouse Cricket team have made club history on February 12 for making the finals for the first time following a slow start to the year.

Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club president Jeremy Schultz said although the team lost the semi-final by 18 runs against Coolum, the Glasshouse team’s performance improved throughout the year.

“We had to win like three or four games in a row and we won all those games, the girls made it into the finals and then we lost to Coolum who are the top team in the competition,” he said.

“Their performance has really improved in the back end of the season so just

another really good learning experience for them, and I’m sure next season they will be even better.”

Schultz highlighted the standout players from the Glasshouse squad were 13-year-old Payton Meredith, and Camryn Barnett.

“Payton ended up with 16 runs, she held the innings together and got us quite close… and she also got four wickets,” he said.

“The other standout player, Cameron, took three wickets, so they both bowled and fielded really well.”

The club president said it was great

Contributed by Helen Uhlmann

We love visitors! On Friday 17th February we welcomed our regular visitors from one of the retirement villages in Caloundra who come up monthly for a fun morning of Golf Croquet. We had two half courts set up on lawn 1 and a full size court on lawn 2. This was the first time these players had experienced playing on a full court and they did very well. Also joining in were a couple of local ladies from the Maleny Uniting Church, Hazel Turner and Sheryl Dinte, who by all accounts surprised themselves with some excellent shots and a hoop or two. Morning tea is always a great chance to catch up with everyone’s news before plunging in for further play.

On Thursday 16th two singles games were played. Ken Barker played Dianne Horsman in an exciting high scoring match from which Ken came out victorious with 25 hoops to Dianne’s 20. This was a great warmup for the tournaments these two were preparing to play at over the coming weekend, with Dianne travelling to Bribie Island and Ken playing in Toowoomba. Meanwhile Lynette Evans and Sally Adams teamed up to play Vince Carbery in a close and well fought match. In the end, Sally and Lynette won with 12 hoops to Vince’s10. Sunday afternoon 18th February was quiet on the lawns. Just one doubles match was played, with several of our regulars playing away. Vince and Val Carbery partnered together against Kath Smith and Stuart Craig, winning a very close and enjoyable match with a score of 12:11. It was a triumphant return to the lawns for Val, who has been unable to play for many months. She made a run of 7 hoops right at the start, much to the delight of all. Welcome back Val!

BeeGees looking for new premier players

REGISTRATIONS have closed for the BeeGees football club; however, the women’s premier team is searching for its last few players to fill out the team for the 2023 season.

Secretary Amanda Milburn said the club is looking specifically for a goalkeeper in the women’s premier team as well as a few general players.

“I think it’s just a combination of its prime baby time with some people having kids, injuries, busy at work, we aren’t too sure why we have a lack of premier women players,” she said.

“We have 10 premier players at the moment, but if we got three or four more players that would be good, even two would make a big difference.”

Without a women’s premier team, Amanda said the club would lose a key

Witta Tennis

Contributed by Pauline Fraley

The Whistlers played their first match of the season at Witta against Nambour ZTA Novas. After a long break, we felt a bit rusty. We had a good hit and tried to get back into it. We didn’t get enough games but it was good to be back on the court. Score was 2-6 sets, 23-41 games. Team was Donna Kuskopf, Aki Lepper, Maree Hooley and Cindy Harris.

The court resurfacing dates have been

pathway for junior girls’ players, who one day may want to play competitive senior football for the BeeGees.

“If we don’t have a pathway for girls to play as they get older, and if they want to play competitive senior football, they will either leave the sport completely which is not good for women in sport, or leave the club entirely,” she said.

Milburn said although player numbers are low for the women’s premier team,

set: - Saturday 4 March to Tuesday 14 March. All courts will be out of action for the entire 10 days.

Katya’s Tennis Drills Thrills and Fitness is on Friday Nights at 5:45pm. Cost is $20. Come along and join in the fun. All levels are welcome. Enquiries: 0437 295 501 Social tennis: Monday ladies 8am and Saturday mixed 1pm. All are welcome. Court bookings 0437 295 501 or www. wittatennis.com.au.

they are confident they will still be playing in the 2023 season, rain, hail, or shine.

“If we don’t get those players, it just means we rely on our under 23’s players to play up and obviously when you’re playing under 23’s against premiers, it’s a tough ask on those girls,” she said.

“There are definitely some under 23’s players that aren’t far off from being at a premier level, they just need to build from their playing experiences to get there.”

Terri Oberhofer , Shirley Cooper, Sharron Pretorious

All Womens Teams Tier 1 and Tier 2

Camryn Barnett

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After the second surgery, the Arab sent the Scotsman

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Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016

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HEINRICH Isobel “Izzy” Dorothy

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At the Age of 69 at SC University Hospital. Beloved wife of Daryl

A Funeral Service will be held 1.00pm Tuesday 28th February 2023

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