Edition 29 August 2023

Quarry

told to get more detail

By Sonia Isaacs

HANSON Glasshouse Quarry will be required to prepare a community impact assessment report after the Sunshine Coast Council found its application to double extraction lacked detail on issues including community consultation, traffic, and noise impacts.

Hanson is seeking to double rock extraction at its Glasshouse Mountains quarry from 600,000 tonnes to 1.2 million tonnes.

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FINALS season has crept up pretty quickly and a big congratulations to all our local clubs, but especially the Beerwah Bulldogs.

Seven teams earned the right to play in the first week of the finals with the undefeated A Grade Men’s squad cruising through to the grand final for the second year running.

It wasn’t a walk in the park but they’ve got a week off to recuperate and will have the experience of last year under their belt to go one better. Go Doggies!

Check out all the pics from the weekend on page 8, and our sports wrap on p41.

As very nearly a star player across many sports myself I’m now living out all my finals dreams vicariously through the kids.

Lounging in a camp chair on the sidelines, eating a warm Chiko Roll and whispering quietly to myself, ‘yeah, I taught her to throw like

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that’. Netball is our chosen game and we’ve pushed through from under 7s as they swarm around the ball like moths to a flame (with the final result closer to a soccer score) to under 12s where there skill levels improve in leaps and bounds through the season.

There is a real pleasure watching on as your children improve as individuals and team membersfrom a bunch of rudderless happygo-lucky lunatics to a well-oiled machine, driving forward, finding space, using the court attacking.

I don’t know if all parents have similar thoughts but I assume my naturally brilliant and athletic kids will all go on to compete in the Olympics at some sport. I also suggest they not disappoint me... just as an extra incentive.

There’s often complaints from new parents and commentators that kids are kept in cotton wool for too long when it comes to sport.

That’s a load of garbage and these little sporting champs work out when they’re ready to start playing to win.

That instinct is alive and well in under 11s and continues to grow. Speaking of the instinct to win we’re coming up to our final round in the Pip the Pollies NRL tipping competition.

There’s been a few disappointments out there.

You know who you are so I won’t name names but you’ve got a long off season to sharpen up that instinct to win... better luck next year!

The leaders of the pack though are well deserving given the nature of some of the scorelines.

While we have a leader, a couple of upsets and the result could be still tipped on its head. Hopefully there’s no white line fever.

We can’t wait to find out who the winner is!

Mitch Gaynor

The End of Winter is coming

MALENY Arts Council brings the award-winning play The End of Winter to Maleny at 2pm, on Sunday 10 September at the Maleny Community Centre.

Part of a national tour by the Sydney based company Critical Stages, The End of Winter has been hailed a masterpiece. Written by playwright Noëlle Janaczewska, a multi-award-winning Australian writer, it stars Jane Phegan, who won the Best Performer in a Leading Role for the production in this year’s prestigious Sydney Theatre Awards.

The one-hour theatre work has had excellent reviews – “As crisp and clear as a frosty night, it is a theatrical experience of bone-warming depth and of hope.”

About loss and resilience, the play explores the changing climate and its affect on our seasons. It asks: What’s happening to winter? Climate change has been called the defining issue of our time. This work brings a different lens on the crisis. Rather than a political spat, it is one woman’s deeply personal eco-odyssey. The Sydney Morning Herald said “an elegy for the imminent loss of seasons and a love letter to the cold”.

The End of Winter plays in Maleny for one afternoon only. Don’t miss this rare opportunity.

To find out more about The End of Winter and how to book tickets go to www.malenyartscouncil.com

No go for local road

“I get the project is complicated and that we need to get this right but where is the timeline?”

Mr Powell added that the road was well-utilised and drivers deserved to know when this section will be restored to two fully

get a timeline for reopening and

program of recovery work and we are currently in the process of finalising detailed design and undertaking procurement for construction across the program,”

“The timing of construction for the Kilcoy-Beerwah Road landslip site will be confirmed once the detailed design is finalised, after all engineering events are fully considered.”

Baringa wins ‘best-planned community’

BARINGA has been named ‘Best Masterplanned Community’ at the 2023 Property Council of Australia awards held in Sydney last week.

Stockland Project Director Josh Sondergeld said it was an honour to receive the award. “We are extremely proud of what we have created and achieved since launching the project in 2016,” he said.

“As the first suburb of the $5 billion masterplanned community of Stockland Aura, Baringa provides a wide range of much needed housing options for the Sunshine Coast.”

Prior to December 2019, it claimed the top spot as the best-selling masterplanned development in Australia, surpassing projections and prompting the commencement of Aura’s next suburb, Nirimba.

“The success of Baringa can also be contributed to its diversity of housing options, from affordable, entry-level terrace homes to family-sized house and land packages, making it desirable to a full spectrum of buyers,” Mr Sondergeld said.

He added the community provided convenient and connected living where residents can live, shop and work and is anchored by a community centre, primary school, high school, childcare centre, sports ground, shopping centre, tavern and several parks and green spaces.

Quarry has to answer community

By Sonia Isaacs

HANSON Glasshouse Quarry

will be required to prepare a community impact assessment report after the Sunshine Coast Council found its application to double extraction lacked detail on issues including community consultation, traffic, and noise impacts.

Hanson is seeking to double rock extraction at its Glasshouse Mountains quarry from 600,000 tonnes to 1.2 million tonnes.

In its application to the SCC it filed a number of independent reports, which largely found Hanson could increase extraction and remain compliant within its current zoning rules.

However in a letter to Hanson, SCC Principal Development Planner, John Borthwick wrote that more detail, via a community impact assessment report would be required.

“The proposed quarry may have potential impacts on the surrounding community from blasting activities, noise, dust, vibration and visual amenity on surrounding residents, tourism

and the State Heritage listed Glass House Mountains,” Mr Borthwick wrote.

“In addition, the increased volume of traffic along the haulage route may also have potential detrimental impacts on the community from volume of truck movements, safety, noise, dust, and vibration.

Mr Borthwick added that there had been “no assessment of the social impacts on the community” in the original application.

“It is understood that the applicant has been consulting with residents and community groups, but the extent is of this consultation and the outcome is unknown,” he wrote.

SCC’s John Borthwick

The assessment report will address issues including possible impacts in an objective and

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possible impacts are acceptable; and how possible impacts might be managed.

Hanson will need to state the likely impacts on the community of the proposed development surrounding the site, State Heritage Place – Glass House Mountains National Park and along the haulage route; a statement of the measures to be used to avoid or mitigate negative impacts on the community of the proposed development and to enhance potential positive

the development; details of consultation undertaken with the community to determine impacts on the community of the development; and outcomes of the consultation and how any potential social impacts are addressed or impacts are managed in accordance with an agreed management regime. The council found that Hanson’s original traffic impact assessment report material did not provide sufficient information. The business will need to submit the

Image by Lauren Orrell

The proposed quarry may have potential impacts on the surrounding community from blasting activities.

full vehicle classification data (volume breakdown by hour) per direction for each day of the three pneumatic tube count locations over the two-week survey periods identified in the submitted traffic report.

The council also found the initial application did not appropriately address the potential noise impacts on the community.

Hanson also has to go back to the drawing board over its proposal to upgrade some sections of road and pay council 11 cents per tonne for extraction

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over 600,000 tonnes. It currently pays 47 cents per tonne up to 600,000 tonnes.

Mr Borthwick wrote: “Should the application be approved, these are issues that are unable to be reasonably conditioned as part of any development permit. An Infrastructure Agreement would be required.”

Hanson will also have to address the impact deeper extraction could have on ground and surface water “within and adjacent to the site”.

The request for more information comes as concerned residents forge ahead with plans for a community forum at Glasshouse Mountains Community Hall on Monday September 4.

The forum is expected to include quarry and government representatives, residents and local stakeholders.

A local community group has recently formed to address numerous concerns around the proposed quarry expansion.

A Facebook group ; ‘Save our Glasshouse Mountains’ has now been established and has already attracted about 1000 members. Organiser, Megan Standring, said residents were already meeting with other grassroots community groups such as the Hinterland Quarry Action Group to share resources and boost exposure for their emerging campaign.

The Community Forum will be held at the Glass House Mountains Community Hall, 8 Coonowrin Road, Glass House Mountains from 7pm-9pm.

More information is available via the Save Our Glasshouse Mountains Facebook page or saveourglasshousemountains@ gmail.com

What’s happening in your area

Lifting The Lid

‘LIFT the Lid on Mental Illness’ stands as a significant annual fundraising event for Australian Rotary Health, an initiative dedicated to advancing mental health research.

With the primary focus now shifted towards enhancing the mental well-being of children aged 0-12 years, Australian Rotary Health proudly ranks prominently as key supporters of Australian mental health research.

Come along on Sunday, September 10 and become part of the Rotary Club of Maleny’s

initiative in the ‘Lift the Lid on Mental Health’ walk.

Embrace your most eccentric hats, don your boldest, most vibrant shirts, and even dress up your beloved dogs. Together, let’s contribute to this remarkable and profoundly crucial cause.

The route will begin at Whit N Whimsy (3/72 Maple street, Maleny) at 9am (remember to treat yourself to an exceptional coffee), leading down the main street, crossing at IGA, and continuing along the picturesque boardwalk to reach the Maleny Showgrounds.

Our journey will wind through the showgrounds, culminating in a leisurely stroll back to Whit N Whimsy, where a brief ceremony will take place. Simple and enjoyable!

Anticipate an array of captivating raffle prizes, as well as recognition and prizes for the bestdressed person and best outfitted dog. The best part is that your involvement will play a pivotal role in championing an immensely worthwhile cause. Join us in elevating awareness for Mental Health and uplifting lives!

Aura and Harmony Program

Unitywater, together with our construction partner McConnell Dowell, is building essential water and wastewater infrastructure for the growing Aura and Harmony communities on the Sunshine Coast. With a projected population of 69,000 residents in Aura by 2056 and 21,000 residents in Harmony by 2036, this work will be vital in meeting the future demands of the communities, ensuring their long-term sustainability and development.

Aura Water Project

Work has commenced on the Aura Water Project to build a new water reservoir on the western side of the Bruce Highway. Site preparation is also underway installing 12 kilometres of new water pipeline from the Ewen Maddock Water Treatment Plant to Aura in Caloundra South.

What are we doing?

We’re undertaking site preparation works in specific locations along the alignment, where environmental approvals have been received. Members of the community who will be directly impacted have been notified and we are working closely with these residents and community organisations to manage any disruptions.

Where is it happening?

Site preparation activities and pipeline installation will be undertaken along the following road reserves between September 2023 – August 2024:

• Steve Irwin Way

• Old Caloundra Road and Bellaboo Road

• Hapgood Road

• Mooloolah Valley Park - Soccer Field

How will this work affect you?

These works will require heavy plant, trucks, light vehicles, and other construction machinery. Locals living nearby or people passing by may experience a moderate increase in noise while we complete these works. Please reach out to the project team if you experience any concerns. Any local traffic impacts associated with this work will be communicated ahead of time.

Need more information?

Program hotline: 0492 481 235

Email: A&Hcommunity@mcdgroup.com

Project overview: communityhub.unitywater.com/ aura-water-project

Delivery partner:

Ewen Maddock Dam

Sign marks Porter heritage

By Sonia Isaacs

MALENY community advocates have succeeded to have signage recognising Thomas Porter Creek installed nearly a decade after the initial application.

Located on the Maleny Community Precinct, the previously unnamed creek was officially recognised in 2014, but remained without signage until earlier this year, when the efforts of local community historians prompted Sunshine Coast Council to rectify the oversight.

Thomas Porter Creek runs almost entirely on the former 160acre dairy farm, ‘Wongabel’ which was owned by the Porter Family from 1916 until 2006 when it was sold to Caloundra City Council.

Today, much of that land makes up a large portion of the Maleny Community Precinct, popular with locals and visitors alike for its wetlands, walking trails, golf course and heritage venues.

Thomas’s grandson Stephen still lives on a small portion of the original dairy site which has seen four generations live on the property, and said he was very happy when he discovered by chance earlier this year that the signage had finally been installed.

“I’d heard a whisper that the sign had been put up by Council, so I went for a walk and checked it out. I felt very happy to see it up as it had certainly been a long time coming!” Mr Porter laughed.

The application to name the creek had been originally supported by The Friends of Pattemore House and the Maleny Historical Society back in 2013.

Gail Denver, President of The Friends of Pattemore House said naming this previously unnamed creek was a wonderful way to acknowledge Thomas Porter who was heavily involved in the districts’ development, cement his place in Maleny’s local history and was a way to record his role in the changed community use of his former property today. She said it seemed the actual signage installation had fallen through the cracks over a number of years which prompted members of the historical society to approach Council to rectify the situation.

“Realising that both state and local government signage departments seemed to move at glacial pace, we approached local Councillor, Winston Johnston for help to actually get the sign put in place,” Ms Denver said.

Councillor Johnston said he thought it was great that older families who had contributed to local history were able to be recognised in this way. He said that the creek was basically a tributary that ran through the dairy property and while many people may walk past it and not

be aware that it formed part of a creek, it was a nice way to recognise the district’s early families involved

in the dairy industry, who also played an important role in local community life.

The legacy of a Maleny farmer

THOMAS Porter was born in Milton, NSW on July 7, 1874 and died in Maleny on April 14, 1946. He married Esther Higgins in 1895 and they had 11 children together.

Thomas was the third born of 13 children of John and Mary Porter of Milton. in Maleny in 1913 with his family and younger brother Charles who he had formed a partnership with. purchased, many farms in the Maleny region.

apprenticeship as a printer at Milton before taking up farming and then moving to Maleny. prominent figure in sports and athletics and was a first-class sprinter, a middle distant runner, and played football for his district. Dairy Co-operative, President of the Maleny School Committee and Treasurer of the parents and citizens Association.

“Wongabel” is the name of the property where Thomas Porter Creek is situated and was Thomas’ home farm.

Cousins, Thomas and Steve Porter at the site of the newly named creek.

this land and culture with the traditional Elders Storytelling Circle.

Glasshouse MP, Andrew Powell, urged locals to “Come and celebrate our amazing cultural diversity - Australia is richer for it”.

As Festuri artistic director, Dominique B. Cisse, said: “There’s no need to travel, as the world is at your doorstep.”

Mr Cisse said people probably didn’t realise how many cultures made up the hinterland community.

“If you miss this you’ve got to spend a lot of money travelling the world for a taste of this!”

Festuri president, Toria Mason, said the event would be a “feast for the eyes and ears”.

“It’s a brilliant day to have fun dancing, listening to the wild drumbeats of some cultures, see the bright colourful clothes.”

You can take an extended tour of world music, dance, and cuisine from around the world at your own local Sunshine Coast and Hinterland festivals run by FESTURI Multicultural Celebration.

“Well done to all concerned”, Division 1 Councillor Rick Baberowski said.

Saturday October 21, 10am-4pm at the Beerwah Sportsground. festuri.org.au

Indian dancers at the 2022 Festuri (above) and kids making waves (right).

Rotary calendar now for sale

SEPTEMBER marks the launch of our 2024 Rotary Calendar. The stunning photos made possible by you, your friends, and neighbours, truly reflect the typical hinterland landscapes and lifestyles that we have come to accept as our own. By purchasing the calendars, you can share these images with your

friends and families across the globe. Last year your purchases raised $9000 and ALL the profits went towards local and regional projects that give practical help to those in need in this community, in remote areas, and in regional communities as close as the Solomon Islands and as far as the Ukraine. Local

projects included the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, magazine subscriptions to our Library, books to the libraries of our primary and high schools, support to TS CENTAUR, Orange Sky, Shelter Box, Polio Plus and Rotary Health, as well as contributions towards youth scholarships and training in Maleny. malenyrotary.org

Woodies keep giving

THE Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild Inc (aka the Blackall Range Woodies) was formed in 1996 to provide facilities, equipment and timber for members interested in woodworking. Since then, the Woodies have donated thousands of practical items of woodcraft to many non-profit community organisations on the Sunshine Coast and will continue to do so. Among many others, the Woodies have donated wooden toys to the Salvation Army for its annual Children’s Christmas Appeal and have supported the Barung Maleny Wood Expo each year since 1996.

Voice on the lips of locals

By Mitch Gaynor

THE Voice referendum has been the topic on the minds of most people who have stopped in to talk with Fisher MP Andrew Wallace on his hinterland Tour De Fisher.

Mr Wallace told GC&M News that there had been a wide range of issues discussed including mobile coverage, the Sunshine Coast direct rail line and cycleways.

“But the hot topic has been the Voice at any one of the 20 listening posts across the five days,” he said.

“We have had people from both sides of the argument come see

me – and that’s great, that’s what our great democracy is all about.”

Mr Wallace said there had been a respectful debate but that “predominantly those that have shared their views with me have indicated they will vote no, and I am certainly on the record as a No campaigner”. He called on the Prime Minister to further clarify how the Voice to Parliament would operate and at what cost.

“This has been a major concern to constituents speaking to me at the listening posts,” he said.

“Australians want to know before they vote, what the Voice is, how it will operate, and most

importantly how it will make a difference to the wellbeing of our most marginalised Australians.”

Mr Wallace said he had enjoyed spending the past week outdoors in the hinterland and talking about the importance of health and the positive impact good health and exercise can have on mental health.

“Being outside and getting some exercise does wonders for us all. While it’s a bit tough on the calf muscles getting over the top of Maleny,

the weather has been great, the Hinterland has been pictureperfect, and it has been great to have a chat to the community,” he said.

That was delish!

IT was another scrumptious morning tea at Sconetime Beerwah on August 24 at the Community Hall!

Dozens of friends new and old came together to chat while enjoying a scone or three (made by the talented folk at Top Nosh Meals). The Glasshouse Country Mens Shed,

Beerwah QCWA and Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce all volunteered to keep the fresh scones, coffee and tea rolling out throughout the morning.

The event also had live entertainment from the Beerwah State High School Big

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W i t n e s s t h e b u r i a l o f u n i q u e i t e m s t h a t a r e u n i q u e t o o u r t i m e s a n d s o m e l i g h t r e f r e s h m e n t s a n d n e t w o r k i n g . E v e n t d e t a i l s

Graeme and Tighe

Andree, Jennifer and Shanyn

Helen, Scott and Carolyn with the Beerwah State High School Big Band.

Ethyl, Helen and May (with Stuart photobombing).

Dot and Kay

Lauren and Tess

John, Glenda and Glenice

Doug, Helen, Leo and Denise

Well, our July joint networking breakfast with the Montville Chamber of Commerce was a jam-packed event at Tranquil Park, with the spectacular views of the Glasshouse Mountains as a backdrop to this busy morning.

Thank you, Andrew Wallace our Federal member of parliament , for your Federal Government

UPDATE

with regards the recent Telstra service outages and steadily decreasing quality of service we have been receiving (not receiving) on the range over the last few years.

Matt from Telstra has offered to catch up with us again in 2 months, to assess how the system is functioning after the recent

with Spencer Shaw Chamber President

networks for communications and internet access... Which is a bit tricky given that our culture and economy has been encouraged and guided to become increasingly reliant on these services.

I don’t think this issue is going away in any hurry, so stay tuned and we’ll be gathering and sharing more info on how to best negotiate

Range. Thank you, Cr. Winston Johnson for bringing Debra Robinson –Group Executive Customer & Planning Services, Sunshine Coast Council to discuss SCC’s plans to address affordable Housing and Multiple Temporary Dwellings. No, big solutions yet, but as this is a society wide problem something we need to all be aware of and working to address on so many levels.

Our next networking breakfast is on August 8th, keep up the good business Maleny. malenycommerce.org.au

Meat you @ Landsborough

butcher shops and brought his long-term friend and employee, Tim Warner, to the new shop.

When Peter and Sue decided to purchase their own butcher shop, they loved the idea of embedding themselves into their local community, and fulfilled their dream by buying Meat @ Landsborough.

Peter and Sue have big visions for the shop to expand their product range and they are in the process of building an e-commerce website for online ordering.

Make sure you pop in to say hi and if you spend $50 or more this week you can go into the draw to win a meat smoker for Father’s

Small business owners

By Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman

AUSTRALIA’S small business owners are rapidly getting older as the proportion of younger entrepreneurs shrinks, according to research from the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.

Ombudsman Bruce Billson said the most common age of small business owners across Australia is 50 years, compared to 45 years in 2006.

“In the 1980s there were actually twice as many small business owners aged between 30 and 49 as there were aged over 50,” Mr Billson said.

“The Intergenerational Report being released by the Treasurer this week highlights the ageing of the population and the quest to make our economy larger to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.

“Small businesses, which account for 97% of all businesses and provides jobs for over 5.1 million people and employs 42% of all apprentices and trainees, stands at the epicentre of this mission and energising enterprise will help deliver the growth to meet future needs.

“But the small business sector faces its own demographic challenges with only 8% of small business owners aged under 30. It is half the peak for this age group

By Sonia Isaacs

Festival of small halls Grants open for small businesses

HERALDING an exciting new era for the Mooloolah Public Hall, the heritage-listed community venue will be jumping on the 2023 Festival of Small Halls tour bandwagon. This will be the first time ever Mooloolah has been included in the popular touring music event that brings high calibre folk and contemporary acoustic artists to small halls across the country.

Mooloolah Hall will host the local leg of the ‘Outback Queensland Spring Tour 2023’ on Friday October 20, which will feature Atlantic Canadian folk troubadour Shane Pendergast, indie folk songwriter Monique Clare and local Sunshine Coast songstress, Anjali Leonard.

Booking officer Selina Stewart said the Mooloolah Hall committee members were thrilled to be exploring a new direction and hoped events like this would appeal to both families and individuals to get out and connect with the community in a fun and vibrant atmosphere.

“We’ve noticed a shift of energy in our community, and with some new younger blood on our hall committee, we’ve been looking for new ways of engaging people to connect in with our fantastic hall space. We hope a live music event like this will be a breathe of fresh air for our community landscape and entice locals to come along and enjoy a great evening of awesome music and community

QUEENSLAND small businesses are being urged to apply for $2.5 million in funding through the state government’s Business Boost grants program.

Businesses seeking growth can employ these grants for various purposes, including strategic planning, advanced cloud platforms, online management systems, and staff development strategies.

Notably, small businesses can access grants of up to $20,000 through the Business Boost program.

The Minister for Employment and Small Business, Di Farmer, emphasised the positive impact of these grants, citing the example of Burleigh Juice Company. With an $8,050 grant, the company improved its business planning, resulting in increased profits and the hiring of four new employees.

To participate in this opportunity, businesses can register their interest online from 6 September 2023 to 12 September 2023 at www.business.qld.gov.au/ businessboost. More information on various grant programs can be found at www.business.qld.gov. au/grants or by contacting the 24/7 Small Business Hotline at 1300 654 687.

Small businesses in Queensland are encouraged to seize this chance to boost their growth and potential.

Dr Sheelagh Buttanshaw MBBS, Dip (Child Health)

Dr Talisha Condon FRACGP, MD, BSc, SCHP

Dr Charlotte Dobson MBBS, FACRRM

Dr Christelle Greeff MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Edwin Kruys MD, FRACGP

Dr Wayne Lee MBBS, BSc, MBiotech, EMCert, FRACGP

Dr Chris Sadler MBBS, FRACGP

Dr David Whish MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Dashiell Strebel Bsc(Hons) MBBS FACRRM

Monique Clare Shane Pendergast

Sky taxi to Brissie

COMMUTERS could be catching a taxi in the sky from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane by 2030, if a new student project goes to plan.

Experts, industry leaders, high school and university students have joined forces at the University of the Sunshine Coast, to take their ideas for an electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle (eVTOL) sky high.

The goal is to have it flying for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Aeronautical engineer and UniSC Special Projects Lead, Tim Kelly, said similar concepts were already being developed around the world, but this design featured a new approach to vertical take-off and landing. “The concept leverages some well-understood existing platforms, and in simplified terms can be thought of as a combination between a very large quadcopter drone and a canard configuration general aviation aircraft,” Mr Kelly said. “You would summon a ride to

your nearest VTOL port and it would fly you to your destination at around 250 kilometres per hour. That’s quick enough to get from Maroochydore CBD to Brisbane CBD in under 30 minutes,” he said.

While the vehicle will initially be remotely piloted, the plan is to make it completely autonomous, with smaller models offering potential for surveillance, freight or firefighting.

Man charged after colliding with car

POLICE have charged a 29-year-old Beerwah man following an alleged dangerous driving incident in Morayfield on Saturday, August 26.

Police will allege that at approximately 8.20am, the man was driving a silver 2008 Volkswagen Golf erratically along Buchannan Road when it collided

with the rear of a silver Holden Commodore forcing both vehicles off the road. The Commodore driver, a 31-year-old Bellmere woman, drove to nearby service station and called for assistance.

No one was physically injured.

The Golf driver, a 29-year-old Beerwah man, allegedly left the scene on foot before being taken

into police custody nearby a short time later.

The man has been charged with one count each of dangerous operation of a vehicle (domestic violence), wilful damage (domestic violence), unlawful stalking and fail to properly dispose of needle, and two counts of possessing dangerous drugs.

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Pattemore Milking Bails in Safe Hands

THE Friends of Pattemore House are pleased to announce that they have been granted the License by the Sunshine Coast Council to manage the Pattemore Milking Bails on the Maleny Community Precinct. As some of the oldest intact milking bails left in the lush green hills of Maleny, the Bails were built by the four Pattemore brothers Bill, Stan, Albert and Ernest at the turn of the century shortly after they completed building “Fairview” (Pattemore House) for their parents, Emily and JR Pattemore. The Bails were built to accommodate share farmers to work on JR Pattemore’s dairy farming property. The brothers constructed dairy bails, yards and a share-farmer’s house called “Mosman” on a ridge about 400 metres to the east of Fairview in North Maleny. Whilst Mosman is gone, removed to Caloundra in the 1950s, the sturdily built bails remain, although now in a deteriorated condition. The Pattemore dairy bails serve as an important historical reminder of Maleny’s

dairying past from the turn of the century, linking the living and working lives of dairy farmers of that time to Maleny’s built heritage. They are one of the last remaining examples in the district of a walk-through milking parlour, bestowing a high historical significance to Maleny, the region and to the dairy industry. The Pattemore Milking Bails are unique in that they sit on public land, now forming an historic back-drop to the 18-hole Maleny Golf course. With a heritage sculpture and poetry trail meandering past

Next gen eco-warriors

By Sonia Isaacs

visitors and walkers to safely enjoy them and understand their role. After working for many years to have them recognised as an important heritage reminder of Maleny’s dairying past, The Friends established the Fairview Bails Restoration Committee in January 2022 to reinvigorate the restoration plans under the Chairmanship of member John Te Kloot.

The Vision Statement of the group is to:

• Restore and preserve the Fairview milking shed and yards for the future education and enjoyment of all. Restore and preserve the Fairview shed and yards, including the six unique walkthrough cow bails, to enable visitors safe access for guided tours and non-entry viewing.

SUNSHINE Coast Council has joined forces with Zero Positive for Schools and State Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell to empower the next generation of eco-warriors in honour of National Tree Day (July 28).

Young people rallied together to plant more than 400 trees at Maleny Ecological Park while gaining valuable insight into the importance of connection to Country and environmental action from Jason Murphy, a Jinibara Traditional Custodian and Hugh Possingham, former Queensland Chief Scientist.

The day included an engaging nature walk, providing young people with a unique opportunity to explore and discover the remarkable bird life present in Maleny’s Ecological Park, before the tree planting.

“Tree planting stands as one of the most effective and accessible ways for our youth to make a tangible difference in combatting climate change,” Ms Doolan said.

With the Bails forming the backdrop, signing the new License for the Pattemore’s Milking Bails are (L - R) Sunshine Coast Council’s Kay Bennett, Pattemore House’s Penny Edwards, Pattemore House President Gail Denver, Fairview Bails Restoration Committee Chairman John Te Kloot and SCC’s Linda Neiland.

The License to manage the bails, nestled in the heart of North Maleny dairying country, is the start of what The Friends are determined will be a chapter that’s yet to be told from the Pattemore’s family history. Looking to the future and with community support, the Fairview Bails Restoration Committee will work to restore, maintain and preserve the historic site, in doing so creating another unique heritage experience for walkers on the Maleny Community Precinct.

Zero Positive for Schools is part of the globally recognised United Nations Climate Neutral Now initiative and educates young people on their role in Australia’s Net-Zero journey.

Zero Positive’s Youth Program Coordinator, Ariana Doolan, said she was proud to work alongside Sunshine Coast Council and Youth Council in creating a practical way for young people to be actively involved in climate action.

“It’s important that young people and the wider community are given the tools, education and support required to shift eco-awareness into ecoaction and take steps towards a climate positive future.”

Sunshine Coast Council Youth Community Development Officer, Daniel Gettis said attendees appreciated connecting with one another while being actively involved in practical change for the future.

“It was a great day out and we’re looking forward to supporting more youth-led initiatives on the Sunshine Coast,” Mr Gettis said.

Bringing family into the frame

FAMILY Portraiture is something many families put off until ‘one day’, and often that day never comes around. Situated in Maleny, Vivid Photography are looking to encourage more families to have their portrait professionally taken for future posterity.

In the rush of day to day life we may not always stop and take time to value our immediate and extended families. Catherine at Vivid Photography believes a generational family portrait is the perfect opportunity for families that span across generations to get together and celebrate their special connection.

We asked Catherine why Generational Portraits mean so much. “Bringing everyone

together is key, from Grandparents to newborns and everyone inbetween, both 2 and 4 legged,” Catherine said. “And I try to make the portrait session fun, relaxed, and authentic for everyone.”

“I’ve been photographing family portraits full-time for over 30 years,” Catherine explains. “And a professional portrait is so much more than a selfie or snapshot, and in experienced hands it can also be a feature image to display in the home for many years to come”.

Based right across from Maleny Dairies on 2.5 acres, Vivid Photography operates from a custom built photography studio with views across manicured lawns and lake. This stunning location sets the scene, offering families a chance to encapsulate their legacy amongst stunning Hinterland scenery. After or before your portrait session Catherine recommends taking the opportunity to enjoy lunch together at one of the many cafes or pubs in town, and spend quality time with your loved ones. After your portrait session, all family

members are invited to view the images in Vivid Photography’s beautiful studio with hot or cold refreshments, and select images that resonate most with each family for printing and framing. Notably, the studio also features a massive LEGO collection known as The Brick Zone, where children and adults alike can view a display of over 1000 LEGO sets, and build their own creations. Catherine has a message she’d like to share with us: “Coming together as an extended family probably rates as our most cherished moments in life, for both children and adults as we grow older, but it can be fleeting, so I think it’s important we capture the extended family together and happy in a professional portrait. When generations unite, love shines brighter.” For more information, Vivid Photography have an amazing website. Explore our packages and book your session today to celebrate the love that brings your family together. Don’t miss this opportunity to gift memories that last forever. vividphotography.com.au

“We had the most wonderful experience with Catherine and spending the day with family was so important... even our dogs could join us!

We made the most of the day, having a picnic lunch together after the portrait session.

The viewing session was relaxed and fun, and Catherine produced stunning photos which we proudly display on our walls.

We loved the whole experience and highly recommend Vivid Photography.”

Leeke Family

Dive into Nature’s Masterpiece

AS Biodiversity month approaches, Forest Heart EcoNursery is excited to announce a captivating line-up of events that celebrate the splendour of our planet’s diverse eco-systems, as well as marking our 8th birthday milestone!

From art and education to hands-on workshops, the September calendar is positively brimming with engaging and exciting activities aimed at fostering a deeper connection to nature and promoting conservation awareness.

1. Biodiversity in Focus; Art Exhibition: Saturday September 2- 30.

Immerse yourself in the world of nature-inspired art at our ‘Biodiversity in Focus’ group exhibition. Running from Saturday September 2-30, this exhibition unites 14 local artists in showcasing the wonders of our planet’s ecological tapestry. The exhibition launch on Friday, September 8, and promises an afternoon of biodiversity conversations, creative inspiration and artistic expression.

2. Biodiverse Backyards; Talk by Spencer Shaw: Thursday September 7. Join ecologist and conservationist Spencer Shaw

at the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens on Thursday September 7 for his enlightening talk; ‘Biodiverse Backyards.’ Marking ‘Threatened Species Day’, this talk offers insights into transforming our own backyards into sanctuaries that support local wildlife and preserve biodiversity.

3. Nature Journaling Workshop for kids: Saturday September 9

Embark on a captivating journey of discovery with our nature journaling workshop for kids, guided by the talented Dion Dior. This immersive experience invites young explorers to connect with

nature’s marvels, with all materials provided for an enchanting day of artistic expression and outdoor exploration.

4. Nature Photography Workshop: Tuesday September 12 Immerse yourself in the captivating world of nature photography led by passionate local wildlife photographer and conservationist, Jasmine Connors. Aspiring photographers of all levels are invited to join Jasmine as she shares her expertise and insights into capturing the essence of the natural world through the lens.

5. Bushfood Birthday Afternoon Tea: Saturday September 16

Celebrate our birthday in style on Saturday September 16 with a delightful bushfood-themed afternoon tea, prepared by bushfood enthusiast Karen Shaw. Indulge in the flavours of our region while connecting with fellow nature enthusiasts and exploring the role of bushfoods in promoting biodiversity and sustainability.

6. Gel Plate Printing Workshop for Kids: Tuesday

September 19

Nurture young talents at our gel plate printing workshop for kids on Tuesday September 19. Guided by local artist Kim Herringe, children will explore the beauty of leaf shapes in nature and transform them into vibrant artworks, fostering a love for the environment through artistic expression.

7. Biodiversity Month

Raffle: Throughout the month of September Participate in our Biodiversity Month raffle for a chance to win

exciting prizes aimed at enhancing biodiversity in your own backyard. By entering, you contribute directly to conservation efforts, taking small steps that collectively make a significant impact. For event details, bookings, and more information, visit our website www.forestheart.com.au or follow us on social media www. facebook.com/ForestHeartNursery Embrace Biodiversity Month with Forest Heart EcoNursery and let’s celebrate the natural wonders that enrich our lives.

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Home & Garden Feature into action

Drive-in living space

By Kirra Livingstone

HOME owners are turning their garages into living spaces as part of a renovation revolution in large part forced by the rental crisis.

As material costs level out and more owners prepare to borrow despite high interest rates, renovations are edging back into vogue following a low interest rate and HomeBuilder grant boom.

Kitchen and outdoor space upgrades as well as garage overhauls are some of the trends builders are seeing in 2023.

GBC Homes owner, John Howarth, told GC&M News he had recently completed a number of renovations in the local area with popular renovation trends including installing extra bathrooms and upgrading the kitchen and outdoor areas.

“People are doing a variety of renovations whether that be to bathrooms, kitchens, or laundries or outdoor upgrades like entertainment areas, decks, patios, pergolas,” he said.

“Another thing that has seemed to become more prevalent over the last

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few years, is more people looking to convert their double garages back into living space. “This is because some have adult children that have nowhere to live because of the rental crisis and all that sort of stuff, plus also granny flats are becoming popular again.”

Glasshouse Chamber of Commerce president and owner of Hazelden Realty, Tamara Hazelden, said extra and high quality bathrooms were a must for growing families.

“In a family home nowadays, generally you’ve got anywhere from two to four children, so having a second toilet is pretty crucial,” she said.

“The three bedrooms aspect doesn’t matter too much, but it’s about having that second bathroom space and room for kids to run.”

“For older home owners, they are more focused on their comfort, so that’s having a kitchen that works practically for their retirement, having that patio area so they can entertain their families and the space to have big Christmas feasts.”

She said there was greater local confidence to build and renovate,

which is leading to most local tradies being booked out weeks or months in advance.

“Building a new dwelling has a lower confidence rate because of the costs of materials in general, but there’s still strong confidence in renovations because people are still seeing capital rising from renovating,” Tamara said.

“There’s more renovations happening where people are extending on their homes because it is often a much cheaper option than to purchase land and build property.

John said the strong population growth into the hinterland was also driving demand.

“There are still 1000 people moving to Southeast Queensland a week which has generated a lot of work, and they are coming from all over Australia as well as other parts of the world,” he said.

Tamara added that homes on the lower end of the market - worth up to $650,000 - were being renovated at a faster rate, with owners comfortable that any improvements to their investment would not cause an overcapitalisation.

spring & rejuvenate

Air conditioners can gather dust, dirt, and mould over time, along with other pollutants that can circulate in the air when you turn on the system. This can harm the air quality in your home, leading to potential health problems for you and your family. Dirty air conditioners also must work harder to cool or heat the space, which reduces efficiency and increases energy bills. With regular cleaning and maintenance to remove built-up dirt and debris, you can prevent damage to the system’s components and ensure it operates at peak performance for years to come, therefore extending the life span of the system.

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Grow your knowledge at Forest Heart

with Spencer and Karen Shaw

Growing local native plants has never been more important to preserve and grow the biodiversity of our amazing native ecosystems. Forest Heart Native Plant Nursery is not only your one stop shop for finding the best range, quality and value for local native plants and fruit trees, but we also have a great range of books about local flora, fauna and fungi and a host of other education resources and free quality advice from our knowledgeable staff. Come and see us for plant identification and advice on the best local native plants for your revegetation or garden.

Great books for wildlife gardeners to add to their library are Mangroves to Mountains, Wildlife of Greater Brisbane, Weeds of the Sunshine Coast, Birds of the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Lizards of the Sunshine Coast and so many more. These books help you and your family learn and engage with our amazing local natural world.

September is Biodiversity Month and we’ll be celebrating the amazing Biodiversity of SE QLD with a great range of workshops and presentations. Visit our website or nursery for more information and to book. Join us in preserving and restoring the flora and habitat that our region is recognised as being globally significant for!

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Glasshouse Country Handyman & Maintenance is a proud local with over 20 years of experience in the building industry. decided to start his own business, and now services all areas across the Hinterland. Stefan prides himself on being honest and reliable whilst striving to get the best results for his customers with quality workmanship on all jobs.

Stefan’s kids go to the local Glasshouse Christian College, and the family-run business is passionate

walls, doors, walls, and windows, fencing and gates, plus pressure washing and general outdoor cleaning.

Check out the Glasshouse Country Handyman & Maintenance Facebook page for examples of Stefan’s work, including some stunning before and after transformations.

Fencing and gates can

light and open up a room. Retaining walls can improve drainage problems and create nice garden edges, while pressure washing a driveway or roof will make your place shine. No job is too big or too small, so if you need some work done around your place, give Stefan a call on 0407 026 486.

Make your place shine for Spring & Summer

HAVE you ever noticed how dirty your windows are? Or how faded your driveway is?

It’s not something we usually think about but when Adam from Adam’s Windows & Softwash is finished at your place, you will be blown away!

It’s an often-ignored aspect of our home but you will be genuinely impressed by how much brighter and cleaner your place feels with lovely clean windows and a nice driveway.

Adam shared that he realised there was an art to window cleaning and pressure washing, and quickly developed a genuine passion for it. “The opportunity

to work outdoors, interact with clients, and bring a fresh sparkle to their homes was incredibly rewarding.” Combining his expertise in pressure washing with window cleaning, Adam offers a comprehensive service that enhances both the appearance and functionality of your property.

From removing built-up residue, bugs, and mould to ensuring spotless windows, his meticulous approach guarantees an overall improvement to your home’s presentation.

Across the hinterland, Adam takes pride in connecting with residents and witnessing the positive impact his services have

on their lives. “Window cleaning is more than just a service—it’s a rejuvenating and therapeutic experience,” he explains. “By bringing in natural light and eliminating the stagnant energy of cobwebs, dust, mould, and dirt, I create a fresh and inviting space for homeowners.”

Beyond window cleaning, Adam’s expertise extends to roof cleaning, solar panel maintenance, external house washes, driveway cleaning, and gutter clearing. Whether you are a local business owner or a homeowner, Adam is committed to delivering outstanding results tailored to your specific needs. of cleaning, and let Adam

you with a clean and rejuvenated environment that exceeds your Phone Adam 0437 732 628.

Preserving Australia’s rich ecological heritage

AMIDST the myriad of options for your landscape, there is one choice that will not only add striking character and beauty to your surroundings but also contribute to the preservation of Australia’s rich ecological heritage; and that is integrating a mature tree into your garden from Margaret River Trees.

Understanding the invaluable role that mature trees play in preserving biodiversity and enhancing the beauty of our landscapes, national tree supplier, Margaret River Trees, specialise in the rescue and preservation of mature trees. With a strong commitment to saving Australian native flora from the devastating

effects of land clearing, the company focuses on protecting and sourcing magnificent Dragon Trees, Olive Trees, QLD Bottle Trees, and ancient Grass Trees, all of which have become increasingly popular in landscape design.

The dedicated MRT team combine extensive knowledge and experience to carefully source their stock of mature trees, employing sustainable practices to ensure safe removal and relocation. This is done by partnering with landowners, developers, and communities to salvage these remarkable trees, giving them a second chance to thrive and continue their vital role

in our ecosystems.

“Our mission is to protect Australia’s rich ecological heritage and promote a sustainable future. Through partnerships, community engagement, and education, we aim to inspire others to join our cause by purchasing our trees and create a lasting impact. At MRT, we are the guardians of nature’s legacy, ensuring that these magnificent trees continue to thrive and contribute to the beauty and biodiversity of our Australian landscape,” says Mike Johnson of Margaret River Trees. Go to www. margaretrivergrasstrees.com to view current available stock and find out more.

Sketch your ideas into reality with Kev’s Joinery

DO your Spring home improvement plans include a daunting new renovation or custom build idea?

Finding the right way to enjoy the space you have can often take some time. If you know what you like but you’re just not sure how it will work in your space, let alone how to execute it - then it may be worth having a chat to Kev Almond from Kev’s Joinery & Shopfitters (you may know them as Kev’s Kitchens).

With over 45 years professional experience, Kev has a keen and

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fast eye to know just what will work in the space you are trying to create and, most importantly, he’ll listen to what you want.

Being able to visualise a job is just of one Kev’s many unique skills. Give him a few ideas and just a few minutes, and he’ll have an expertly drawn hand sketch for you, enabling you to instantly visualise your space with his 3D hand drawn rendering, making quoting and planning of the project just that much easier. While measuring, planning and quoting is without a doubt important for your home or office project, seeing the project brought to life is where Kev and his team excel. Working with qualified tradespeople, who are equally as passionate about their profession, means that when you employ Kev’s Joinery & Shopfitters to design and build your space, you know you’re going to be left with a top-quality finish.

Take your ideas to the next level with the help of Kev and his team. Give him a call on 5494 6500 or drop in to see the showroom at Lot 28 Biondi Crescent, Beerwah to get inspired about your next reno project.

All ‘Hale’ the cleanest of homes

mounted hot water extraction machine along with a thorough ten-step preparation and cleaning process. I will not rush a job.”

the hinterland for when you start all your outdoor Spring projects. You can easily pop into Savage Landscape Supplies at Landsborough to get everything you need including soils, mulch, bark, gravel, pavers, sleepers and much more. Conveniently located at 20 Tytherleigh Avenue, you can bring your ute, trailer or truck to pick up materials via their easyaccess driveway. They even have courtesy trailers available if you don’t have your own. Or they can deliver

Aidan Young purchased Savage Landscape Supplies just over 12 months ago and they are focussed on providing excellent customer service and competitive prices. They have expanded their product range and kept their friendly, helpful team. Did you know they make and blend their own soils onsite?

Savage Landscape Supplies is open six days a week, so check them out when you get ready to do your outdoor makeovers during Spring and Summer.

and the health of loved ones (pets included). Hale Carpet Cleaning offers an extensive list of cleaning services – carpets, rugs, lounge suites (upholstery and leather), tile/grout, mattresses, cars, etc, and also applies protection and includes FREE deodorising.

Brad from Hale Carpet Cleaning has successfully performed

be paying for as prices for carpet cleaning can vary drastically.

Brad explained that the reason this happens comes down to how thorough the technician is and what equipment they use.

Brad said, “I’ve heard of carpet cleaners being in and out of a home in less than 20 minutes. Hale Carpet Cleaning uses a truck-

“I will always give an indication of price over the phone, then give a written price prior to commencement of the job, therefore no hidden surprises.”

“Price depends on a variety of factors such as, size of rooms, amount of soiling, stains present, age and type of carpet and when cleaned last, so I recommend a quick phone call to clarify the detail of your job, then I will discuss a price range.”

being in your home, then call Brad at Hale Carpet Cleaning on 0457 999 926.

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A Grade Maintenance Thrives in the Hinterland!

IN the heart of the hinterland, A Grade Maintenance is making waves with its exceptional services and top-notch craftsmanship. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, A Grade has quickly become a go-to choice for residents and businesses alike.

From new construction projects to renovations and repairs, A Grade has an impressive track

Whether it’s a commercial building in need of a facelift or a residential property requiring maintenance, A Grade has got you covered.

repairs, their prompt and reliable service ensures peace of mind for their customers.

What sets A Grade apart is their unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. They understand that every project is unique, taking the time to listen to their clients’ needs and preferences. With attention to detail and a focus on quality, they strive to exceed expectations

Six simple steps to the best lawn on the street!

OPERATING across the Glass House Mountains region (including Aura & Bells Creek), Matt from

conditioning, Matt is an expert in the science that goes into lawn maintenance. From 5 to 5,000

will assess the health of your lawn including soil pH, weed infestation level, nutrient status, soil condition, watering and mowing schedule, and overall condition and can provide options for improving and maintaining your lawns health, so all you need to worry about, is watering and mowing.

The program comes with a service warranty, no lock in contracts and Matt’s expert advice at every visit. Matt is an active member of the community, also sponsoring the Glasshouse Hinterland Junior AFL Club, where Matt maintains the Oval for them in Landsborough as part of that arrangement. Using their unique 6-in-1 liquid lawn treatment, tailored especially for your lawns, your lawn can be lush and green, weed pest & disease free with no hassles.

Time to prepare the yard for Spring!

SPRING is here and it’s starting to warm up, so now is a great time to get in and tidy up the yard.

One important factor to consider is that now snakes and rats will be more on the move, so it is vital to remove trees and shrubs that could become hiding and breeding spots. These creatures can become pests, and cause health concerns as well as give you a big fright when you, your kids or the grandkids stumble upon them!

Another often-ignored aspect

to do with trees is home security, which can be jeopardised by trees that block sight and access and can create a dark energy around the house. By clearing unwanted trees, and letting in more light, home-owners can create a brighter atmosphere and be able to clearly view all areas of their property from any vantage point.

If you’re planning some outdoor renovation projects during Spring, such as plumbing, drainage, or landscaping, then it might be

“Property Pride Co. prepares and presents our existing properties ready for sale. Joe has been a known local for 11 years and can assemble a team to deliver your project on time. If you’d like to increase your pre-sale value, call Joe, and he’ll walk you through the process. He’ll take the burden out of selling your property.

• It could be a few months before we get good soaking rains and the usual drying September winds will suck the moisture from bare soil, so mulch your gardens to keep in the available water.

• Dig up and divide canna lilies. Water them in well with a seaweed solution.

• It’s a good month to start the fruit orchard – plant mango, pawpaw, avocado, custard apple, carambola and sapodilla.

• Spray your flowering mangoes

with Mancozeb or a copper based fungicide to prevent the disease anthracnose.

• Watch out for rampant lawn

weeds – especially bindi-eye, clover and flatweed (or cats ear).

• Look out for aphids on new rose growth. Rub them off, hose them off or treat with a pyrethrum spray.

• Broadcast some gypsum powder

over your lawn to open up the soil structure.

• New growth on citrus is susceptible to leaf miner – a tiny caterpillar that burrows in the leaves. Treat with white oil.

Vegetables

Plant carrot, choko, zucchini, sweet potato, cucumber, eggplant, beans, lettuce, radish, spring onion, squash, tomato, beetroot, capsicum, kohl rabi, okra, pumpkin, rockmelon, rosella, silver beet, sweet corn,

Flowers

Plant alyssum, bedding begonia, cosmos, marigold, boronia, salvia, petunia, aster, amaranthus, celosia, phlox, portulaca, sunflower, torenia, zinnia, ageratum, gloxinia, impatiens, calendula, Californian poppy, carnation, chrysanthemum, coleus, dahlia, everlasting daisy, gaillardia, verbena, gazania, gerbera, kangaroo paw, nasturtium, rudbeckia and snapdragon.

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Aphids

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Kindness First Dog Grooming is a home dog grooming salon with a kind and calm Kelly works with a gentle hand and takes time to groom your pet one on one, without pressure, which gives your pet a quality visit. “I love my work and it’s not just a job for me; it’s a dream I’ve made

This November Kelly is celebrating the salon’s first birthday and would like to give her clients a big thank you for their continued support. Kindness First Dog is about putting your best

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The goal of acupuncture is to establish healthy body function by restoring the natural circulation of blood and energy to

Treating with acupuncture is an effective method and by using the correct points and methods many issues are addressed, pain relief, stress and muscle tension can be

The outcome of regular acupuncture treatments have been clinically proven as an effective choice for pain relief. If there’s a kink in the hose, you have to open that up - with acupuncture it’s the same; you relieve the obstruction.

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Spring; time for cleaning and decluttering. Is there a habit or belief you are holding onto that is no longer serving you? We are much more than any clutter, diagnosis, problem, issue or life transition we may be facing. Tracy looks forward to working together with you in ways that are not only evidence-based, but in ways that are also personally meaningful and helpful to you, inviting more vitality and purpose to your life. Services may be funded through NDIS, private health and self-funded. Tracy also provides supervision to social workers and counsellors. Services available in Maleny, Caloundra, Gympie, phone/online.

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Stop the summit swarm

Swarming up Mount Beerwah.

Taking the summit, in disregard of the courteous but heartfelt request, from Indigenous custodians, to respect traditional law and not climb. White Privilege is easy to wield... All cultures and religions have holy ground and sacred sites. Where the Spirit of Place requires exclusion of the many, regardless of their good intentions and own personal beliefs.

Peter Jacobson Diamond Valley

Cultural compromise

I fully support calls to keep the mountains open for climbing. Yes, there’s safety concerns. Yes, cultural respect is important. But the fact is, these mountains are a major drawcard for our region. If we close the mountains, then say goodbye to our thriving tourism sector, which attracts thousands of people every year who spend money at local businesses in our local towns. Closing the mountains is a short-sighted knee-jerk reaction that will have disastrous unintended consequences. Perhaps there is a compromise to erect more educational signage at each of the mountains to explain the cultural significance, or do a partial closure during NAIDOC Week or Reconciliation Week to give them ‘rest’ or ‘healing’. The fact is, these mountains are for all Australians to enjoy, so we shouldn’t be beholden to a small group of vocal activists who are campaigning for a vague concept of ‘cultural respect’ – what does that even mean?

Jackson Marshall Glass House Mountains

Common cause

Thanks to GC&M for covering the environmental and social issues affecting our wonderful Glasshouse Mountains National Parks. I would love to see everyone

involved in the SOS campaign to turn their energies towards saving Coonowrin from the impacts of the proposed expansion of Hanson Quarry. To do so would demonstrate SOS are concerned with the whole of the Glasshouse Mountains, not just the ones they are interested in climbing. To my mind the integrity of Coonowrin is equally important as Beerwah and Tibrogargan. I can see a real opportunity here for traditional owners and climbing enthusiasts to work together for a common cause; saving and respecting the amazing mountains that were heritage listed by the former prime minister John Howard all those years ago.

Glass House Mountains

Progress or regress

I read with interest the letters discussing the climbing and not climbing Mt Beerwah. Whether the wish of one person should prevail over the wishes of numerous people.

Apparently the population density and lifestyle of inhabitants of Australia remained constant for thousands of years until the appearance of Europeans. They brought with them progress and regress (land theft being a particularly unsavoury undertaking). Whatever our sentiments we can’t reverse this, Romancing for past Elysian Fields is pointless. We have to embrace all the advantages offered by our diverse, heterogeneous population and keep moving forward. Easier said than done.

Ian Pollock Witta

Fair representation?

At the last Federal election, over 17 million Australians voted. In my opinion, the two polls regarding ‘The Voice’ referendum that saw

the NO vote ahead can’t be a true result...only 1,600 opinions were sought. Women, younger voters, 14 out of the top 20 ASX companies, sporting code bodies, insurance companies, educational institutions, charities and various church and public health organisations all support recognition of our indigenous peoples in our constitution. A working group, chosen from first nations communities on the ground will help in policy construction about matters such as health, education, housing and disadvantage. Policy is then debated on the floor of Parliament and a vote taken by all our elected representatives. The National Party, junior member of the Coalition, always tells us that it represents farmers- since inception in 1920. They definitely have a voice to Parliament regarding important issues to that section of society. I believe our first nations peoples deserve the same chance at representation- better outcomes, better value for money spent and a better, fairer Australia for us all. Lets walk together towards a better future. I encourage you to vote ‘Yes’ later this year.

Jenny Donovan

Save our Heritage site

I agree with Mr Schnick’s comments regarding Hanson Quarry’s proposal to double its output.

I too am concerned about the ramifications if it is approved by Council.

The safety of our community and protection of our unique landscape must take precedence over increased revenue and profits.

The Glass House Mountains are the jewel in the crown of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, their iconic images now widely used by the media to attract tourism to this area. And yet the potential for serious damage to nearby Mt Coonowrin peak from increased blasting and excavation seems to be of no importance to all concerned parties.

Don’t we have a responsibility to ensure protection of these Heritage listed ancient structures? It is morally wrong that Council could choose to disregard this fact and put them at risk by allowing Hanson to increase their operations at this sensitive site.

Also, the quarry’s proposal to double its output will obviously

mean increased numbers of huge trucks hauling back and forth all day long through our town, past the busy primary school, thundering over the known-to-be substandard old train bridge near the visitors centre and clogging up the intersection at the traffic lights. It’s already near impossible to drive in or out of town at both rush hour and school times, morning or afternoon.

Coonowrin Road has seen several new housing estates added along its length in recent years, with the latest one going in right now. No doubt this will steadily increase as our community grows. More residents needing to drive in and out of town, more kids being dropped off at the school, and more traffic using this busy local road.

Many cyclists, scooter riders and pedestrians also use this area daily.

So my question is, do you think it’s a good idea for Council to allow even more heavy truck movements on this road through our town? NO!

I believe it’s time for Council to ban heavy trucks from using this road by imposing a weight limit, and rule all future truck movements in or out of the quarry only via Marsh’s Road/Barrs Road.

This alternative route is very close to the quarry itself, and with potential to upgrade the railway crossing on to Steve Irwin Way, which could be factored into the current planned works on improving the train line.

A heavy truck ban would greatly improve the daily traffic flow through our township and, more importantly, the safety of children accessing the school site. It would also minimise risk of further damage to the train bridge.

I invite Cr Rick Baberowski to respond to the community’s concerns on this matter that have been voiced recently in GCMNews.

Jenny Waldock Glass House Mountains

It’s hard to talk if nobody’s listening

SHUDDER. I hear a few of you have struggled with Telstra in the past month or so. My phone dinged the other day saying there would be upgrades - read: outages - over Wild Horse Mountain way.

Best say goodbye to friends, loved ones and anyone else you associate with via phone for the next few days at least.

When you’re off your game

WHAT do the Matildas and youth justice have in common?

They’re two causes that show how desperate the Queesland Labor Party is to stay in power.

It’s interesting that when the sheen starts wearing off leaders, it happens particularly fast and every decision seems, for want of a better word: lame.

Suggesting the Matildas should get a bronze statue for winning one game of football then losing two more, is a bridge too far.

Then using the unicameral

system to ram through youth justice laws that are almost universally derided as wrong - or at the very least deserves appropriate oversight - reeks further. It is hard to believe that it is the Labor Party turning watch houses into youth prisons where those same kids can be held indefinitely. They’ve been so focused on the Olympics and other distractions that anything of consequence can only be dealt

there’s some part truth, but you can’t tell me that kids have as good a grasp of the basics that they had a generation ago.

They simply can’t read or write as well as they once did because

they are not reading or writing the way we used to. Snapchat, You Tube, Tik Tok... kids might be able to talk smart and fast but that’ll only get you so far.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program Spring 2023

Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a community-based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna. Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control declared pests on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility. The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout

Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Belli Park, Cambroon, Conondale, Coochin Creek, Crohamhurst, Curramore, Eerwah Vale, Elaman Creek, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Obi Obi, Peachester, Reesville and Witta areas from 11 September - 9 October, 2023.

For more information please contact: Sunshine Coast Council

T 07 5475 7272

E mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

with Andrew Powell State Member for Glass House

50th Anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War

THIS month, we marked Vietnam Veterans Day - the 57th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. It was also the 50th Anniversary of Australia concluding its involvement in the Vietnam War.

I have often wondered why an anti-war sentiment was directed at those who served on the frontline. The decision to go to Vietnam in the first place was not theirs. The decision to implement a conscription was not theirs. The decision to increase our deployment was not theirs. Nor was the decision to withdraw. Those decisions were made by people like me - the

It was to the politicians of the day, and them alone, that any disillusion with our participation in Vietnam should have been directed. Not the fearless men and women on the ground, at the battlefront.

I feel a sense of sadness that we did not welcome them back as the heroes they were. Regardless of personal beliefs of the benefits or otherwise of the war, they deserved to be thanked and cared for.

So I say a heartfelt “thank you for your service”! For you are the giants on whose shoulders we stand.

Year 8 Scholarships

The Harding Miller Education Foundation offers life-changing scholarships to young women in Australian public high schools. Applicants must be in year 8 in 2023 to apply.

Each scholarship is valued at $20,000 over four years from years 9-12 and provides critical resources and support to enable our scholars to not only finish high school, but to reach their academic potential and build direct pathways to tertiary education. Please visit bit.

ly/2024HMEFApplications to access the application link.

Are you bushfire ready?

SUNSHINE Coast’s bushfire season is upon us. Please consider how best to be ready by understanding how to prepare to protect your family and property. Bushfires can happen for all sorts of reasons to anyone, anywhere on the Sunshine Coast. There’s lots of knowledge available so please visit Council’s website to find more information and tips to help you prepare. Find out more at www.oursc.com.au/ council/are-you-ready-forbushfire-season.

New footpath

I’m delighted to say we are further improving our growing pathway network. To improve accessibility, safety and connection within Beerwah, construction will soon begin on a new section of pathway along the northern side of Old Gympie Road. It will extend the previously constructed section. Works are expected to start 18 September 2023 and be finished within a week, weather and site conditions permitting.

Koala breeding season

Did you know we are now in the koala breeding season? This is when koalas are at their most active,

often crossing roads and if you’re lucky coming into your backyard. Keep an eye out for koalas and help keep them safe. Have you heard the bellow of a koala recently? Or seen one in your area? Then help them and us by reporting it. This information helps to plan conservation actions. If you find sick or injured wildlife, call 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625).

Preserve Halls Creek

Further to my letter to the editor, please inform yourselves on Halls Creek, which is located just south of Stockland’s Caloundra South development. It is zoned for rural and conservation purposes. Sunshine Coast Council and our community have always been opposed to this land being developed because we are focused on protecting the environment for future generations. Developing Halls Creek would pose a high risk of unacceptable environmental impacts on the Pumicestone Passage and Ramsar Wetlands. Council will continue to advocate against this proposal and I will be following this with keen interest and will keep you updated as much as I can.

with Rick Baberowski Division 1 - Sunshine Coast Council

What – another birthday?

A FEW weeks back I phoned an old friend to wish him a happy birthday. We had knocked around together as young 20 somethings, fishing and playing football. He was a groomsman in my wedding back in the 60s.

He said he liked birthdays so much that he has one every year! Which got me thinking because, except for the ones which end in a zero, we don’t make too much fuss about birthdays in our family. They just seem to come around faster and faster each year as we get older.

Birthdays are actually a good time to take stock of where we have come from, where are in life and where we are going. It is possibly a good time to think about the parents who brought us into this world and to thank God for them and the upbringing they gave us and the values they passed on to us.

Birthdays are also a time to reflect on the year just past and on how we have grown or not. And that is not just our waistline or our bank balance, but how we have grown as people and in our relationships with family or friends, and in our relationship with God.

Birthdays are a bit like New Year when we think about what we have messed up in the

Glasshouse Country Uniting Church

29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah

Come and worship with us

Beerwah – Sunday 8.30am

Peachester Community Church –last Sunday of the month 5.30pm

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

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY CALVARY CONGREGATION

You are most WELCOME to join us

9.00am each Sunday

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

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

with Tom Jantke Glasshouse Mountains Lutheran Church

past year and make new year resolutions promising to do better in the coming year.

For me a birthday is a time to think about the rich and undeserving love, forgiveness, and grace that God has showered on me in the past year. It is also a time to think about the coming year and what it might hold for me. The future may be uncertain, especially considering the health issues that affect us as we get older. But this I know. The same loving God that helped through the past year will be there leading, guiding and protecting me through the coming year. Then there is that other birthday that most people seem to celebrate even if many do not know the birthday boy. And that is Christmas when we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ who came into our world not just to be a good teacher but a Saviour who died on that cross so that our relationship with God may be restored.

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY

BEERWAH: Sunday 9.30am

Mary MacKillop Centre, 160 Peachester Rd

MOOLOOLAH: Wednesday 9am and 1st Sunday of month 4pm ST THOMAS, 31 Bray Rd

Office: caloundra@anglicanchurchsq.org.au

Priest in charge: Fr Paul Fletcher 0493 362 676 Local contact: Rev Tony Halstead 0455 554 930

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

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

Sundays @ 9am

A Bible Teaching, Community Loving, Hope Filled Church on the Hinterland

12 Cedar Street, Maleny malenypc.org.au

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

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NDIS & Carers Qld Info Session

Time: Tuesday August 29, 10am-12pm

WHAT'S ON

Comedy for a cause

Time: Saturday September 2,

Aug 29

Where: Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St Info: Come along for an Information Session with Paul from Carers Queensland. Carers Queensland offer guidance, information and assistance to people with disabilities and their carers seeking NDIS access, and those who have existing NDIS plans needing help. RSVP required; limited numbers available. admin@ghmnc.com 5438 7000

Film Screening

Time: Wednesday August 30, 9.30-10.30am

Where: Landsborough Museum, 4 Maleny St, Landsborough

Info: Buderim-Palmwoods Heritage Tramway. Includes morning tea. heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Movies in Maleny

Time: Thursday August 31, 4.30pm

Where: Maleny High School Hall

Aug 30

Doors open 6pm, show starts 7pm

Where: Landsborough State School Hall, 41 Gympie St North.

Sep 2

Info: Featuring comedians from Sydney & Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. This is an adults-only (18+) show. Full bar, hot food and snacks, major prize draw.

Tickets $25 or two for $45. Bookings essential www.comedyforacause.net/LSS

Horizon

Festival - Lior

Time: Saturday September 2, 1011am

Where: Bankfoot House, 1998 Old Gympie Rd, Glass House Mountains

Aug 31

Info: The Year 12 Events Class and the Senior Secondary Student Council are bringing the movies to Maleny!

The Mummies (G) 5:00pm-6:30pm

Intermission 6:30pm-7:00pm

Dungeons and Dragons (M) 7:00pm-9:15pm BYO bean bags/blankets/pillows.

Snacks, drinks and sausage sizzle available to purchase on the night (cash only).

Children must be accompanied by a high school aged sibling or adult. https://schoolshoponline.net.au/ malenyshs/eventdetails.aspx?ID=642

Little Athletics Trial Night

Time: Friday September 1 & 8, 5pm

Where: Skippy Park complex, Old Landsborough Rd

Info: Glasshouse District Little Athletics club is holding a Trial Night to see if your child enjoys athletics before the new 2023/2024 season starts.

Trace your family history

Time: Friday September 1, 10-11am

Where: Landsborough Museum, 4 Maleny St, Landsborough

Time: Saturday September 2, 8am-12pm

Where: Beerburrum School of Arts

Hall, Anzac Avenue

Landsborough Cricket Club Come & Try day

Time: Sunday September 10

10am-2pm

Where: Peace Park, Landsborough

Sep 2

Sep 10

Info: Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the excitement of cricket.

A Night at The Proms

Time: Saturday September 16, 7pm

Where: The Events Centre, Caloundra

Where will I meet you?

Sep 16

Info: Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra brings you a first half of Australian Favourites against a second half of British Proms classics. Tickets $49, $39 concession and $14 under 18. Book at www. sunshinecoastsymphonyorchestra.com

Festuri event

Time: Saturday September 16, 10am-6pm

Where: Cotton Tree Park, The Esplande, Maroochydore

Sep 2

Info: ‘Scrub Mutts’ will be onsite for dog washing etc. Stalls include steering wheel covers, oven mitts, dog treats, scrunchies, plants, beanies, jewellery, hand towels, flowers, earrings, glass platters, perfume, dolls, bags, bowls, paintings, pictures and various handmade creations.

Mozart and More

Time: Sunday September 3, 2pm

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

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.

Spring Orchid Spectacular

Time: Friday 8.30am-4.30pm Saturday 8.30am-2.30pm

Where: Beerwah Community Hall

Sep 16

Info: Festuri- a multicultural inc brings the world to your doorstep with their free family-friendly festival featuring live mylticultural music and dance, international food, and cultural workshops. Register at www.festuri.org.au.

Foote Sanctuary’s 60th Anniversary Celebration Concert

Time: Sunday September 17, 2-5pm

Where: EJ Foote War Memorial Sanctuary, Park lane, Buderim

Sep 8&9

Sep 17

Maleny Garden Club Spring Fair

Time: Saturday October 7, 9am-4pm

Where: Maleny Showgrounds

Oct 7

Info: Garden Market - entry $5. Plants, produce stalls, Independent nurseries and all things gardening. Open gardens - $5 per garden. See www. malenygardenclub.org for more information.

Peachester Bush Dance

Time: Saturday, October 7, 5:30-9pm

Where: Peachester Hall

Oct 7

Info: Peachester Bush Dance is back in October, with the Landscape Band and Peachester Hall Committee to raise funds to get an aircon unit for the hall. There will be a Sausage Sizzle (GF options!) and some fruit pots for dessert. The bar will also be running. Tickets prices: Kids under 5 - free, 5-16yrs old $5, adults (+16yrs) $12. Book at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../ peachester-bush-dance.

Festuri event

Time: Saturday October 21, 10am-8pm

Oct 21

Sep 1

Info: Presented by Caloundra Family History. heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Info: Show orchids and foliage, plant sales and accessories, refreshments, expert advice and raffle. Admission $5, children free. EFTPOS available. www.glasshouseorchids.com.au

Info: Featuring local bands Hourglass (show tunes & 60s) and The Unknowns (popular music). See EJ Foote Sanctuary on Facebook for more details.

Where: Beerwah Sportsground, 32 Sportsground Drive, Beerwah

Stroke Awareness session

Time: Monday September 18, 10am

Info: Festuri- a multicultural inc brings the world to your doorstep with their free family-friendly festival featuring live mylticultural music and dance, international food, and cultural workshops. Register at www.festuri.org.au.

Garage Sale and Hall Open Day

Time: 8am-12pm

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

Sep 9

Info: Glasshouse Hall are having a Garage Sale and Hall Open Day. Come along and check out all the items for sale. The Hall will also have a table of items to sell, as well as a coffee van and BBQ.

The End of Winter

Time: Sunday September 10, 2pm

Where: Maleny Community Centre

Sep 10

Info: Maleny Arts Council presents The End of Winter, a play by Siren Theatre Co. and Critical Stages Touring. Tickets www.malenyartscouncil.com.

Where: Glass House Mountains

Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Ryan St

Sep 18

Info: The Stroke Foundation will be hosting an informative talk for Stroke victims & anyone interested in learning more about how to recognise the signs of stroke and save a life! RSVP to the Centre to register your attendance on: 5438 7000 or email to: admin@ghmnc@outlook.com

Bush Tukka workshop and tasting

Sep 1&8 Have

Evoke Modern Studio Artists

Time: Open 7 days: Monday to Sunday 6.30am to 4pm

Where: Vianta Arts, 70 Simpson St, Beerwah

Sep 22

Time: Friday September 22, 10-11am

Where: Bankfoot House, 1998 Old Gympie Rd, Glass House Mountains

Info: Presented by Bruce Phillips. Tickets $10. heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Until Oct 29

Info: This exhibition reflects the works by six Sunshine Coast artists. Cheryl McGannon, Michelle Mann, Lyn McBain, Corol White, Alyssa McBain and Fiona Lynch.

The Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild

Evoke Modern Studio at Vianta Arts Beerwah

THIS exhibition at Vianta Arts reflects the work of six Sunshine Coast artists: Cheryl McGannon, Michelle Mann, Lyn McBain, Corol White, Alyssa McBain and Fiona Lynch. For the past few years these six women have been painting together one morning per week at Evoke Modern Studios in Doonan on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.

All the artists come from very diverse backgrounds and mostly work in the medium of cold wax and oils. Each artist has their own distinct style and the works represented in this exhibition lean towards abstraction.

The paintings each artist selected for this mini exhibition, seduce, with their range of varied colours, compositions, mark making, movement, textures, and themes. Some works reflect on their relationship to the landscape, others, personal internal journeys.

This exhibition embraces the spirit of transformation from beauty and disquiet, from one artist’s journey to another.

The exhibition will be held from Monday August 28 till Sunday October 29, at Vianta Arts, 70 Simpson Street Beerwah, with an official opening on Saturday October 2, at 4pm.

Business case approved for future new regional gallery

THE Sunshine Coast is a step closer to having a much-needed new regional gallery, thanks to a transformational creative arts and cultural project taking place in a popular beach side suburb.

Sunshine Coast Council unanimously endorsed the detailed business case for a new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery in Caloundra at last week’s Ordinary Meeting.

The business case will now be used as the foundation document to develop a funding strategy and advance conceptual designs this financial year.

Sunshine Coast Council Division 2 Councillor Terry Landsberg said the new Regional Gallery was a key component of the vision for the Caloundra Community and Creative Hub precinct and would be an important cultural facility for the whole Sunshine Coast region.

of generating economic activity in Caloundra and the wider Sunshine Coast region, increasing cultural awareness, improving sense of place and enhancing community development through increased liveability and public amenity,” Cr Landsberg said.

With current Council funding secured only to progress further planning and conceptual design, other significant external funding will be essential to deliver the facility in the future, the councillor said

The three-storey building will include a contemporary district library, a customer service centre and community spaces and Council administration and councillor offices. The refurbishment of the building is expected to start in the coming months, with completion scheduled for 2025. Upon completion approximately 150

Rosetta’s Great Reads

Weekends with the Sunshine Gardening Society

If you love gardening, then you’re going to love Sophie Green’s new novel Weekends with the Sunshine Gardening Society. Set in our very own Sunshine Coast town of Noosa, it is full of both recognisable landmarks and iconic 80s references. Through alternating perspectives, Sophie introduces us to four women who are facing different challenges in their lives. They come together through the reinvigorated volunteer Sunshine Gardening Society, pet project of the main character Cynthia. After returning home to Noosa after a long time away in LA, Cynthia realises she has some work to do to put her life back together, and hers and the women’s stories are told through some clever gardening metaphors as they ‘turn over the soil’ to new lives. Together they help each other through gardening while also building long-lasting friendships. This is a compassionately written story full of joy and hope RRP $32.99

The Collector

This is Daniel Silva’s twenty-third Gabrial Allon novel, and they just keep getting bigger and better. This time, the search begins for the location of a painting that has been missing for decades, as clues to its whereabouts surface. Silva cleverly weaves a fictional page-turner around a real event – the theft of Vermeer’s painting ‘The Concert’, stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. The investigation moves through Denmark, then Russia and Finland as Gabrial uncovers a secret plan that could lead to nuclear armageddon. In true Silva style, The Collector will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. RRP $34.99

Horoscopes WEEK BEGINNING AUGUST 29

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

With major planets gathering in your sign for the annual Virgo birthday circuit, this is your time to receive, relax and let others give back to you for all you do. Grant yourself permission to go easy on the to-do list and, despite hitches and glitches, focus on what makes you happy.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

While impetuous Mars, blazing into Libra this week, adds spice and excitement to partnering, it can also make emotional equilibrium harder to maintain. Savvy Scale-Balancers will have learnt by now that leaning into challenges, instead of resisting, is the trick to making them rewarding, rather than exasperating.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

This week’s energetics suggest keeping an open mind to different opinions than your own, and being willing to change your stance if that’s indicated. Humans are more than half water and Scorpio’s a water sign, so if there’s no way through an obstacle this week, then flow around it, like water.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

Time for a life edit? Then this week’s your friend, as a brace of planets pressing the pause button free up time and space to give some thought to what’s most important to you (Integrity? Reliability? Commitment?) and help you to set up smarter systems, more realistic budgets and practical timelines.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

Are you spreading yourself too thin instead of delegating? This week’s planetary setbacks suggest that trying to do everything solo is counterproductive, so if work commitments are elevating your stress levels, make the necessary adjustments. Call on your team for support. Consider some creative rule bending.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

While the Aquarian perspective tends to be bigger picture, this week focusses on details and attention to the small stuff has the potential to pay off bigtime. Your personal planet guide, Uranus, in a backspin for the rest of 2023, recommends aligning your ideas and attitudes in synch with changing realities.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

August’s blue moon, the second this month, on 31 August, is the annual full moon in Pisces: peak time for receiving messages from your higher mind, intuition or guides, whatever fits your beliefs. So slow down and go with the flow, which could finally dissolve a stuck situation once and for all.

ARIES

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

Everyone’s Inner Critic out on the town could make this a particularly taxing week for Rams, who tend to get feisty under fire. Fortunately, your planet leader, Mars, has just moved into its most diplomatic mode, though heaven help anyone fearless or foolhardy enough to question an Aries’ choices.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

Disruptor planet Uranus, going into slowdown in Taurus for the rest of the year, could derail your current plans. Should someone turn down an offer or idea you extend, don’t take it personally or waste time trying to change their minds. Focus on how changes of circumstance can work in your favor.

GEMINI

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

With your personal planet Mercury in the sign of perfectionistas, the name of this week’s game is precision, and attention to details your best strategy for success. Resist rushing to assumptions or making hasty decisions, because opinions, yours included, may change as further information surfaces.

CANCER

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

If a small grievance with a colleague or family member escalates, this week’s full moon on 31 August softens resistance to change, making whatever transitions need to happen in your life flow with more grace. Meanwhile, could settling for slightly less actually be easier, smarter and more ethical?

LEO

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

This week’s emphasis in the sign of service stresses that the wish to help others begins at home. Our own experience is all we have to share, as the humbling recognition of our inability to measure up to our own standards enables us to empathize with other people’s difficulties and mistakes.

with Lilith Rocha

Build your dream home

Welcome to Mountain View Estate, the newest estate in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland at 19 Coonowrin Road, Glasshouse.

These blocks are surrounded by the majestic Glass House Mountains National Park, giving it the feeling of town living with an acreage vibe. This 300m2 Lot will appeal to a wide range of buyers with unlimited possibilities to create your dream home or investment property.

Within walking distance to the vibrant township of Glass House Mountains - this is a rare find and a golden opportunity. A mere 300 meters from the block and you are enveloped in the charming village of the Glass House Mountain with

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BUILT on an 852sqm block and nestled at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac at 9 Dollarbird Place, Glass House Mountains, this magnificent 5 bedroom residence awaits to welcome you with open arms. With its modern design, spacious layout, and exquisite features, this home embodies the epitome of luxurious living. Let’s explore the captivating elements that make this house truly exceptional.

Upon entering, you are greeted by an inviting wide hallway which sets the tone for the elegance that awaits throughout. There are two expansive living rooms, each with its distinct character and charm. One living room provides a cozy

space for intimate gatherings or relaxing evenings watching a movie, while the other offers a more formal setting, perfect for entertaining guests or hosting memorable occasions.

The heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen, is a chef’s delight. Adorned with sleek stone waterfall bench tops, top-of-theline stainless steel appliances, and a butler’s pantry providing ample storage space, this kitchen is both functional and visually stunning. The large island serves as a focal point and a gathering spot for casual dining or engaging conversations while preparing culinary masterpieces.

The private covered

entertainment area is a continuation of the living with access through the double stacker doors and offers a sanctuary to sit and relax with a cuppa.

The location of the five bedrooms have been carefully thought out, three of them being separate with the main family bathroom giving the kids or guests a sense of their own space and the master is away giving the much desired privacy.

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SAME FACE, NEW PLACE.

cafe’s, IGA and shops. Imagine yourself sitting on the back deck soaking up the mountain views, while you enjoy your morning coffee.

If you want the sand between your toes Sunshine Coast Beaches are located just a short 28 minute drive. Or feeling like heading to Brisbane, just a short 50mins to the CBD or to the Airport in Brisbane. This is the perfect location for anyone wanting quick access to Brisbane for work as it’s just a short walk to the train station.

Blocks of land in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland are becoming very rare to come by and are in high demand - Mountain View Estate is a unique small

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We are thrilled to announce the exciting transition to a brand new chapter, under the worlds most recognised real estate brand.

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OVER $18M IN SALES THIS YEAR

Construction costs finally begin to slow!

It has been a stressful time for the construction industry, and by extension for housing supply and affordability

Over the past two years, the cost of building a new home has increased on average by 28 2%, but finally we are beginning to see some respite from these increases Melbourne even saw a slight reduction in construction costs, declining 0 1 per cent

A big driver of the slowdown has been cheaper materials Supply chains have

7 Tudor Court, Beerwah

been running smoothly for more than a year and many goods produced overseas, in particular in China, are no longer seeing Covid driven disruptions Migration has also helped with labour supply A shortage of labour is likely to continue to be less of an issue over the next year.

While it's great news that construction costs are slowing, there will continue to be challenges in getting enough homes built over the next two years

Alex Garden 0407 245 287

Ray White

• King-sized master with walk-in robe and en-suite

• Kitchen with electric cooking and breakfast bar

• 2 spacious living areas

• Air-conditioning

• In-ground swimming pool with pool fencing

• Double garage with internal access

• 969m2 of land

• Large solar array

• Approx rental return: $720-750 p/w

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25 Mellumview Drive, Beerwah

• High cathedral ceilings with exposed beams

• Master bedroom with robe and bathroom access

• Main 2-way bathroom with both bath and shower

• Kitchen with gas cooking, breakfast bar and WIP

• Multiple living rooms

• Air-conditioning

• Outdoor entertaining area

• Double garage with internal access

• 921m2 of land

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18 Gowen Drive Landsborough

• Master bedroom with robe and en-suite with rainfall shower

• Main bathroom with both bath and shower

• Kitchen with electric cooking

• Multiple living and dining areas

• Air-conditioning

• Remote double garage with internal access

• 650m2 of land

• Approx rental return: $640-670p/w

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3 2 2

Price O/O $799,000

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1

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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE EXISTING

OPTUS MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT GLENVIEW WITH 5G

1. Site Reference: B0082 Meridian Hill - Meridian Hill, State Forest off Bruce Hwy, next to 399 Old Caloundra Road, GLENVIEW

QLD 4553 (RFNSA 4553001)

2. The proposed facility consists of the addition of new 5G equipment and associated works as follows;

• Installation of four (4) new antennas (no more than 2.8m in length) on new mounts on the existing lattice tower at a height of 30.3m

• Installation of eight (8) new Remote Radio Units (RRUs) at a height of 30.3m

• Removal of two (2) radio communications dishes (1200mm diameter) on the existing lattice tower at heights of 21.17m and 17.35m

• Installation of ancillary equipment associated with operation of the facility including but not limited to combiners, antenna mounts, any strengthening works if required, cabling and works within the existing equipment shelter

3. Optus regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”) based on the description above.

4. The proposed infrastructure will be in compliance with the ACMA EMR regulatory arrangements.

5. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information requests and/or comments should be directed to CommPlan: E. markb@commplan.com.au

M. CommPlan Pty Ltd PO BOX 267, Edgecliff 2027

Ph. 02 9363 3815

We will accept comments on the proposed upgrade until 5pm, 14th September 2023.

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Beerwah Bridge Club

Contributed by Martine Goedhart

22 AUG - N/S

1. 50.75% Kathy Seib - Jenny Donovan (5)

1. 50.75% David Hallam - David Hine (4)

3. 50.33% Nell Howie - Bev Sockhill (6)

4. 49.75% Faye Rogers - Jan Humphreys (3)

5. 49.25% Neville Jordan - Barbara Freeman (1)

6. 49.17% Tom Major - Don Hubbard (2)

E/W

1. 67.83% Kay Smith - Di Hume (5)

2. 58.33% Marianne Idle - Gwyneth Drane (1)

3. 50.08% Keren Frohloff - Katie Piva (6)

4. 43.00% Bev Fawcett - Graham Nicholson (2)

5. 41.75% Dianne Cassells - Martine

Goedhart (4)

6. 39.00% Jackie Collinson - Bill Chessellls (3)

15 August N/S

1. 53.57% Martine Goedhart - David Hine (1)

2. 50.60% Neville Jordan - Barbara Freeman (4)

3. 50.00% Judith Boyd - Ann Slade (2)

4. 45.83% Kym Jervois - Andrew Smart (3)

E/W

1. 58.93% Jenny Donovan - Jillian Major (3)

2. 52.98% Jackie Collinson - Trish Watts (1)

3. 45.83% Jennifer Hobson - Di Hume (4)

4. 42.26% Marianne Idle - Bill Chessellls (2)

Range Croquet Club

Contributed by Ken Barker

KATH Smith and Helen Andrews teamed up on Thursday to play Vince Carbery in good form who won the game 12 – 9. Donna Manning, practising for the Gibson Medal on the weekend lost to Lynette Evans 10 – 20.

Our “come and try” day was a hoot. It followed the regular practice on Saturday morning from 8 to 10 a.m. and a motley crew of aspirants arrived to try their hand at the perfect game. They were well coached by a number of willing club members happy to pass on their expertise. They played Aussie Croquet, a variation of croquet used for training newcomers. Several promising players emerged as a result of this exercise.

In the attached photo Richard Bond is shown appraising the attempt on hoop 2. Lynette is advising on the line that he should take and he, who obviously does not know Lynette very well, is arguing with her, a foolhardy exercise. Thank you to all those who came down to spend their time with us. Visit again, you are welcome at any time.

In the Gibson Medal, which Donna played in, the eventual winner was Addison Matthews from Laurel Bank who beat Kathie Grant from South Bank 21 – 11 in the final. Donna represented the club with honour on the Eildon lawn which would be lightning fast at this time of the year. All players are encouraged to play abroad to experience the lawns that other clubs offer.

On Sunday Vince lost a tight game to Lynette and Helen 9 – 10 while Ken Barker and Dianne Horsman prepared for their alternate strokes doubles tournament in Caloundra with a scrappy game in which Ken crept ahead 13 – 9.

Glasshouse Country Bowls Club

Contributed by David Hayes

WEDNESDAY 23.08.23 9.30am Bowls. Ladies Consistency Rd 1 Viv James def Sally Squires

153-117 - Marker Di Hume. Jill Kirchheiner def Margaret Smith 150-125 -Marker Steph Sleeman. Sylvia Chamberlain def Carol Lewis 150-90 -Marker Marilyn Podmre. Marilyn Podmore def Rae Farrell (Forfeit).

Social - Margaret Blair, Annette Capern and Chris Freshwater def Jos Evans, Dennis Hume and Grant Podmore 25-21. Gayle Coppa, Jack Timm and Marilyn Boulton def Noelene Annakin / Lyn Griffiths, Margaret Gibson and Rae Farrell 23-16. MICK Clarke, Kerry Munster and Rob Scullion def Seija Munster, Joy Reason and Brendan Freshwater 21-20. Winners of the day with the highest winning margin of +7 were Marilyn Boulton’s team. R/Up with a +4 margin were Chris Freshwater’s team.

Thursday 24.08.23 12.30pm Social Pairs

/ Triples - Winners of the day with 2 wins and a score of 44 were Brian Squires and Steve Phillips. R/Up with the highest winning score in either game with 26 were Jenny Morris, Marilyn Podmore and Grant Podmore. Lucky draw went to Don Teirney and Barry Kirk. $30 meat tray voucher was won by Bran Squires. $20 cash won by Darcy Wilson. $10 cash won by Gavin Linnan Men Div 3 and 5 rd 6 pennant home this Saturday with the Ladies Div 4 away.

If you’re interested in coming on the bus trip to Toowoomba City Bowls Club in November put your name down in Team up.

Maleny Bowls Club

Contributed by Brett Gillis

OUR Junior Academy Twilight Event on Friday 25th August from 5pm to 7pm was a resounding success with students and parents having a fabulous time playing lawn bowls under lights. We all enjoyed a sausage and bacon barbeque during our half time break. We will be hosting another free Twilight Event on Friday 8th September from 5pm to 7pm and invite locals and visitors to come and experience our wonderful sport.

Maleny Bowls Club Junior Academy Membership for children aged 5 to 18 years is free. We also provide complimentary junior lawn bowls for play as well as coaching. We are currently seeking sponsorship from local business for junior shirts and caps to be proudly worn by academy members. If you are interested please contact Brett 0492 041 550.

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

Ricochet: Tuesday. Please arrive at 8.45 a.m. for games to be arranged by 9.00 a.m.

Coaching: is available on Saturday mornings at 8am. Our web address is: https://rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au. For

Our Men’s Pennants team competed against Mooloolaba Bowls Club on Saturday 26th August in our second round match. We totally enjoyed the competition and friendly welcome received but were unable to come away with a win. Round three will be played against Pelican Waters. Monthly Pairs competition was held on Monday 28th August with visiting teams from Woodford, Kilcoy, Mapleton and Glasshouse Bowls Clubs. Thanks to Maleny Hotel for sponsoring the day that is a highlight of our monthly calendar.

Witta Tennis

Contributed by Pauline Fraley

WHISTLERS enjoyed perfect winter tennis weather at Caloundra on Friday. The team of Paula, Cindy, Donna and Maree had a good win against the Hot Chillies. Lots of fun and laughs along with great rallies. Score was Witta, 6 sets 44 games to Caloundra, 2 sets 22 games.

The Witta Tournament was hotly contested with 12 combatants competing for the trophy. It all came down to the last set of matches with 4 players extremely close on points. At the end of regular play, we had a winner, but not a runner-up with 3 players on equal points. So, it was back to courts for a playoff to decide the runner-up. In the end the winner was John Bradshaw with Haydyn Craven as runner-up followed by Paula Cudmore and Glenn Smith.

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.

GERMAN SPITZ POMERANIAN PUPS

but you still get excited because it’s what you’ve been aiming for all season you know, all our hard work has paid off,” he said.

“If we end up playing Maroochydore in the grand final again I think we will just have that added motivation, I don’t think they’ll want that to happen twice.

“But it doesn’t matter who we’re playing in the grand final , the boys are up for it and ready to go.”

All senior grand finals will be played at the Sunshine Coast Stadium on September 9.

The Beerwah Bulldogs Open Women’s side has reached the end of the road in their finals run, losing 32-10 against the Caloundra Sharks.

The squad was down 14-0 at halftime however came back strong in the second half, with

HBC fight night coming soon

DANA Coolwell’s headline fight at the Mooloolaba Bowls Club on October 7 will have two more fighters from Hinterland Boxing on the card.

Stablemates Liam Pope, Tyler Blizzard and Joel Walsh were already confirmed to box come fight night.

Liam Taylor and Aleesha Gracie will now both be debuting in their October 7 bouts.

Taylor is a former Sunshine Coast Falcon and current Kawana Dolphins A Grade player Liam Taylor will be boxing with Damien Johnson.

Aleesha is Hinterland Boxing Club owner Steve Pitt’s better half, and has been nicknamed ‘Princess of Pain’ (POP).

To purchase tickets for this much anticipated night, you can contact Steve through the club or their Facebook page.

Lions’ year finished

THE Glasshouse Hinterland Lions senior men team’s finals run has come to an end, after a semi final loss against the University of Queensland.

the first few minutes.

However, after two missed tries, Caloundra struck back, scoring four unanswered tries to take the lead out to an unassailable 32-6.

Despite this, the Bulldogs ended the game on a high, scoring one final try for the year from a penalty on the full time siren.

Beerwah interchange, Tiarrie-Lee Fanuatanu, made a 50-metre run down the wing to score the four-pointer.

As for the Beerwah Bulldogs Reserve Men, following a qualifying semi final loss against the Stanley River Wolves on August 19, they bounced back last weekend against the Kawana Dolphins, beating them 26-23.

Beerwah hooker, Brenton Stonier, scored a hattrick in the minor semi final, along with tries

and Mitchell Bax.

The Bulldogs reserve men side will now face off against the Stanley River Wolves again on September 2.

The senior Beerwah Bulldogs teams are not the only ones enjoying finals glory, with the U13 girls, U13 boys, and U16 boys all making it to the grand final, which will all be played on September 2 at the Ronnie Cargill Oval in Coolum.

Beerwah Bulldogs president Ref Hammil said he was beyond happy with the overall results of the club this season.

“I’m proud, very very proud, on behalf of the committee and the members, I couldn’t be any prouder of the teams and the ones who have made it to the finals, its been a great season,” he said.

Best of the best

THE BeeGee’s premier women team has ended the regular season on the high, securing the minor premiership after their clash against the Gympie Gladiators 4-0 on August 18.

They finished at the top of the ladder with a two-point difference to the second placed Maroochydore Swans, who the BeeGee’s is now preparing to play against in their first finals match on September 1.

BeeGee’s premier women’s coach Amy Higgins said she was very proud of the team, and detailed how they have and will continue their success on the field.

“The girls have done well to maintain that top two spots for I think the majority of the year we’ve been first or second which is pretty awesome, we’ve had super clean sheets, good goal difference, it has all been really positive,” she said.

“Our first goal was to make finals but to be minor premiers was the cherry on top and the girls deserved it after the year they’ve had, we didn’t even know if we’d have enough players to make up a team.

“I’m super proud, individually players have come leaps and bounds since the start of the

year and collectively as a team, we’ve been showing really good passages of play and improved from the start of the year.”

Higgins added that watching the Matildas play over the last month in the FIFA World Cup has inspired the whole team to improve and push their way to the finals.

“Most of our girls have gone to as many Matildas games as they can and went out to the finals, it’s just really positive to see women’s football being followed so much,” she said.

“Our players have been getting so excited to get back into football after seeing the buzz around the

Following the end of the A Grade Beerwah Bulldogs clash against the Kawana Dolphins last weekend, the club inducted Robert Barry and Glenn Tomokino as club life members for their continued dedication to the club.

“Robert Barry was entrusted to build the fields back in 1979 as the club was started, has been a long term sponsor of the club, and we can’t thank him enough for the contribution he’s provided to the club,” Beerwah Bulldogs vicepresident Ray Ballantyne said.

The A Grade squad will be up against either the Dolphins or Maroochydore Swans in the grand final.

The Lions ultimately went down 85-49 against the UQ team, who they hadn’t been able to beat all year.

Despite the loss, making the finals was a big improvement for the club which only won one game last year.

with heaps of good high-quality football so it’s been great.

“We’ve been talking about the games every week at training; we have referred to something that

as a training point sort of thing.” If the women don’t win against Maroochydore, they will have one more crack at progressing to the finals the following week.

A Grade Bulldogs players celebrate with the team song.

Dad jokes just for Father’s Day

“How do you make a Kleenex dance? Put a little boogie in it!”

“I’m reading a book about anti-gravity. It’s impossible to put down!”

“Did you hear about the guy who invented the knockknock joke? He won the ‘no-bell’ prize.”

“I’ve got a great joke about construction, but I’m still working on it.”

“I used to hate facial hair... but then it grew on me.”

“I decided to sell my vacuum cleaner—it was just gathering dust!”

“I had a neck brace fitted years ago and I’ve never looked back since.”

“You know, people say they pick their nose, but I feel like I was just born with mine.”

“What’s brown and sticky? A stick.”

“Why can’t you hear a psychiatrist using the bathroom? Because the ‘P’ is silent.”

FOR THE KIDS

“What do you call an elephant that doesn’t matter? An irrelephant.”

“What do you get from a pampered cow? Spoiled milk.”

“I like telling Dad jokes. Sometimes he laughs!”

“What’s the best smelling insect?” “A deodor-ant.”

“I used to be a personal trainer. Then I gave my too weak notice.”

“Did I tell you the time I fell in love during a backflip? I was heels over head!”

“If a child refuses to sleep during nap time, are they guilty of resisting a rest?”

“I ordered a chicken and an egg online. I’ll let you know.”

“It takes guts to be an organ donor.”

“If you see a crime at an Apple Store, does that make you an iWitness?”

“I’m so good at sleeping, I can do it with my eyes closed!”

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