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Council to vote on climate emergency

LOCAL Cr David Law

By Greg Brown HOT on the heels of the COP26 United Nations climate summit in Glasgow, one Sunshine Coast councillor has a vision to join the growing chorus of voices calling for more to be done to arrest the evident adverse change in the world’s climate.

David Law, Sunshine Coast Division 10 councillor, wants the region to join Noosa Shire and become the second local government in Queensland to recognise that a climate emergency exists. He will raise the issue at this Wednesday’s (November 10) ordinary meeting of Sunshine Coast Council.

In 2019 Noosa Shire became the first – and, to this day, only – council in Queensland to formally resolve to declare a climate emergency.

Noosa council stated that its administration accepted the latest science on climate change and “acknowledges that the Noosa Shire is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change including heat waves, more intense storms and sea level rise, all of which is likely to adversely affect the Noosa natural and human environment.

Council therefore declares that we are in a ‘climate emergency’ which

requires urgent action by all levels of government.”

Across Australia, 102 local governments have already made such a declaration. Notably, Brisbane City Council is one of two capital city councils (along with Perth City Council) to actively vote against a climate emergency declaration.

Cr Law has tabled a notified motion calling on the Sunshine Coast Council to accept the Sixth Assessment Report (August 2021) of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which reveals that “the Earth’s climate has deteriorated dramatically since they last reported six years ago”.

He asks the council to recognise that a climate state of emergency exists requiring urgent and sustained effort to achieve net zero emissions by 2041.

Cr Law is calling for the chief executive officer to investigate how a whole of council response to the climate emergency could strengthen the council’s daily actions on the emergency, and to prepare a report with relevant recommendations for council’s consideration by March 31, 2022.

In his reasonings supporting the notified motion, Cr Law outlines why he believes this step is needed.

“By recognising that we are locally and globally in a state of climate change emergency, we will be positioned to provide an organisationwide emergency response to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make our contribution to the reduction of global warming,” Cr Law writes.

“I do not believe we are lacking information on this issue. There is a vast depth of scientific knowledge and expertise. Plus, we have the lived experience of the mega bushfires of 2019/2020 and in March 2020 the Great Barrier Reef had its third mass bleaching event in five years causing irreversible damage.

“As our global leaders are negotiating our future, it is time for the Sunshine Coast Council to increase and strengthen our response and provide the leadership for ourselves, our businesses and communities to do everything possible to respond to the climate emergency.

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a moral duty as well as a duty of care for us all today and our future generations.

“I am aware of this whenever I think about my children’s future and ask myself what sort of world, what sort of climate, do I want them to inherit?

“No one can say we didn’t know about the climate crisis that is now at emergency status. What we must say is that we did everything in our power to avert the dangerous and irreversible changes to our climate,” Cr Law says in the motion.

On the letters page of this week’s GC&M News, John Brinnand highlights what locals can do before Thursday.

“If you are among the 71% of Australians who want more action on climate, contact your local councillor and encourage them to declare a climate emergency,” he writes.

So, if you think the council needs to formally recognise that climate change is something that needs its urgent attention, contact your local councillor and ask them to support Cr Law’s proposal at this Thursday’s council meeting.

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By Greg Brown SUNSHINE Coast Council’s decision on October 14 to reject the application for a dog breeding facility at Landsborough has been widely applauded by people Australia-wide seeking improvements in animal welfare involving the breeding of puppies.

More than 400,000 people voiced their opposition during the consultation phase of the application for the facility, a weight of opinion that councillors ultimately could not overlook.

The issue came before the full council because the development assessment process in Queensland requires application appraisal to be based solely on what is set out in the state planning legislation and the council town planning scheme.

Council officers pointed out in their report to the councillors that they were bound to assess the planning merits of the application, not animal welfare or ethical considerations, as these were state government matters and not encompassed in the formal planning scheme.

During the debate, councillors spoke of their frustration with the existing framework for assessing development applications and how the system impedes a more holistic approach to dealing with these types of intensive dog breeding facilities.

They felt hamstrung by the lack of capacity under the state planning framework to deal with the social complexity posed by these facilities in a modern society.

They also expressed frustrations about the existing state government legislation and that regulations

amended in 2017, although a positive step forward, remained inadequate in effectively dealing with contemporary animal welfare and ethical concerns.

During the debate Cr Rick Baberowski said he found it very difficult to “get my head around the idea of highly socialised animals forced to frequently breed in small high-walled compounds, designed to minimise the impact of their existence and maximise the production of puppies for profit”.

“I believe that most in our society would agree that expanding our circle of care to include a greater compassion for animals is a sign of our moral growth as a community,” Cr Baberowski said.

“As a state, I personally believe Queensland is behind other states like Victoria, which have much stricter laws on breeding.”

This sentiment was echoed by other councillors, including Cr Joe Natoli who called for stronger action at the state government level.

“It becomes an issue that has to be dealt with at higher levels of government and I really urge the [animal welfare] movement to take this to the state government, because this is really where the state government needs to hear how committed they are, the people in our community; to hear their message that they don’t want to see these facilities actually coming to councils. It should be knocked off at the state level,” Cr Natoli said.

This rallying call to arms was echoed by councillors Winston Johnston, Terry Landsberg and Maria Suarez.

Even Cr Peter Cox, who voted against the refusal, called for the council to join the protest chorus.

“We’ve heard heartfelt comments from some of the councillors here,” he said.

“You have the right to bring a notice of motion here to council to lobby the Queensland Government to change this legislation and, if you do, I’ll be happy to support that.”

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Improved safety and access at golf club Many will be looking to the councillors to hold their word and support the 400,000 people who sent submissions of protest by discussing at a future council meeting how they can support their communities and advocate their concerns to the state government and call for change.

In the meantime, the community can have a voice by telling elected state representatives of their views.

Two recent petitions to parliament (one in 2020 and more recently July this year) have called on the state government to strengthen the existing laws surrounding dog breeding.

Local dog owner and Sunshine Coast Kennel Club representative Helen Weil said the time appeared right to harness the voices of the hundreds of thousands of people who stood up against the Landsborough proposal and called on the government to take a stand for the welfare of animals.

Ms Weil, who sponsored the 2020 petition, has launched a new parliamentary petition calling for action from the state government.

The petition aims to make the parliament more aware of the shortfalls in the animal welfare and ethics of the current legislation and regulations, and calls on the parliament to make changes to show compassion and protect the innocent lives of puppies and dogs across Queensland.

To show your support sign the parliamentary petition www.parliament.qld.gov.au/Work-of-the-Assembly/ Petitions/Petition-Details?id=3638

BEERWAH Golf Club will see improved safety and capacity for community events thanks to a federal government grant of $98,200 under the Building Better Regions Fund.

The grant will go towards replacing the existing dirt car park with sealed asphalt and lighting.

Federal Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace said that this project would benefit the whole community, providing not only improved facilities for golfers but greater accessibility to meeting and event facilities for local residents.

“There are not many options for Beerwah residents for hosting a large family, business or community event,” Mr Wallace said.

“By substantially expanding the car park at Beerwah Golf Club and making it safer for all users, this grant is going to help ensure the club can fill that gap and deliver the community event facility we need.

“Dirt car parks waste space, they can be challenging for wheelchair users and they can create a lot of dust and mud, which can have detrimental consequences for the surrounding environment.”

The expanded car park, costing a total $196,400, will increase parking capacity at the club by 30% and will be fully lit at night.

Beerwah Golf Club secretary manager Tracy Odgers said the project was an important step forward in the club’s plan to provide function facilities for the local community.

“Beerwah Golf Club’s ambition is not only to provide the best possible experience for golfers on our course but to offer an event and function space where this community can come together,” Ms Odgers said.

Tracy Odgers with Andrew Wallace “The new car park is going to improve the environment and make for an even more welcoming experience at Beerwah Golf Club for all and we are grateful for the federal government’s support in making it happen.”

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MALENY locals may have already seen Maleny Accident Repair Centre’s courtesy car featuring the stylish design whizzing around town.

The talented young artist behind the design is Maleny State School year 4 student Piper, whose work was the winner of a colouring-in competition earlier this year.

It was the bright colours and bold design of Piper’s entry that caught the eye of the judge, local artist Vanessa Perske.

With the paint job finished, Juan Perez, the owner of Maleny Accident Repair Centre, couldn’t be happier with the result.

“Piper’s design was bright, awesome colours and a design that is very unique,” Juan said.

Posing quite a challenge, the work of transferring Piper’s design onto the Mazda 3 was enthusiastically taken up by the team at the Maleny Accident Repair Centre.

“We spent roughly about two and a half days in the spray booth,” Juan said.

“We mostly had the apprentices doing it, so it gave them exposure to not only new techniques of spray painting but also different colour matching and different styles of spraying.

GLASSHOUSE-raised Muay Thai champion Chadd ‘The Shark’ Collins made a statement with a recent win on the Gold Coast.

The former welterweight world number one gave away almost 20kg to his opponent, with Chadd’s speed and tactics too much for his larger and stronger opponent Reece Lightning as he cruised to victory via a points decision.

Lightning was only given two days’ notice to take on the fight with various other contenders unable to participate due to border restrictions.

Chadd, who relinquished his state and national titles to live and fight in Thailand a few years ago, came through the recent fight relatively unscathed.

“And I think you’d agree that they all did a fantastic job. Piper even lent a hand and put her hand print on the car as well.

“When you do see it around town, give it a wave.”

Juan has put together a great timelapse video where you can see the progress of the car from start to finish.

Check it out on the Maleny Accident Repair Centre’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/malenyarc Given the car’s lolly-like colour scheme, Juan also thought he would support the recent Halloween event on Tamarind Street by donating $100 worth of lollies to be given to kids during the evening.

Juan’s community spirit, and that of all the team at the Maleny Accident Repair Centre, is the reason why supporting local businesses is definitely the way to go.

“I definitely had a lot of fear about the weight difference. I had to control what I was feeling – he weighed in at 88.7kg while I was only 69.7.

“We do what we have to do to win. I played a game of chess and didn’t go to war,” Chadd said, saying he was realistic about the brutality of the sport.

Jimmy Collins, local Muay Thai trainer and Chadd’s father, was proud of his son’s victory.

“He fought a really clever fight. He upped the tempo in the last round and changed from orthodox to southpaw in the last two rounds,” Jimmy said.

Chadd wants to stay active but is having a tough time finding opponents.

His team even had to offer $5,000 for anyone in the 63.5-65kg weight range to fight when opponents kept withdrawing on his last promotion. Nobody was up to the challenge.

Chadd has a big year ahead of him having secured a fight in England next August. He is also eyeing off two world titles in Australia before that event.

“I have done my time in Thailand.

Four years was enough,” he said.

“It is time to bring the big fights here.”

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Sunshine Coast Veterans Day FORMER Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel on the Sunshine Coast will have the opportunity to come together with their mates for a free visit to Australia Zoo on Thursday, November 18.

Through a partnership between Australia Zoo and the federal Member for Fisher, Andrew Wallace, entry will be free for veterans plus one guest each on presentation of a veteran lapel pin or a white or gold veteran card.

Mr Wallace said the past two years have been a tough time for all of us

but for many veterans it had been particularly challenging.

Sunshine Coast Veterans Day provides an opportunity for veterans to reconnect with mates who understand their experiences.

“The federal Minister for Veterans Affairs Andrew Gee will also be there to meet local former ADF members to hear about their experiences over the past few years and join them in enjoying a day at the zoo,” Mr Wallace said.

Australia Zoo is open from 9am– 5pm each day.

Remembrance Day local services ON November 11 when Australians are encouraged to pause for a minute’s silence at 11am and remember all those who have suffered and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

A number of events will take place in the local area to coincide with Remembrance Day including services organised by RSL sub branches.

Beerwah

Beerwah and District RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at the Turner Park Cenotaph, Turner Street Beerwah commencing at 10.25am with light refreshments after the service.

Glass House Mountains

The Glasshouse Country RSL Sub Branch will host a Remembrance Day commemoration at the RSL Cenotaph, 1 Reed Street Glass House Mountains, commencing at 10.30am and followed by a light lunch.

Maleny

Maleny RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at the Cenotaph at 1 Bunya Street Maleny from 10.45am.

Mapleton

Mapleton RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at Mapleton Memorial Park, 2 Flaxton Drive Mapleton from 10.30am.

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Business backs charity WHEN Gaby Shadforth recently launched her new Pilates studio in Mooloolah Valley, she used the opportunity to shine a light on the wonderful local charity endED and the great work of its co-founder Mark Forbes.

At the launch Gaby, with generous support from local businesses who donated raffle prizes, was able to raise $700 for endED. Mark shared his personal story at the launch and talked about the vital work endED continued to do across the Sunshine Coast community.

Mark is the father of two girls who suffer from eating disorders. He and his wife Gayle founded endED with the goal of giving hope to those suffering from an eating disorder by creating an alternative to the medical model – the first residential eating disorder facility in Australia.

Gaby, like many locals, is proud that the beautiful residential facility is now located on Old Gympie Road in Mooloolah.

Glenview local Jane Mannion, who attended the event, said she was in awe of some of the incredible people in the community doing wonderful things selflessly to benefit others.

Gaby with Mark at the opening To find out more about the services endED provides, follow the Facebook page www.facebook.com/ endingeatingdisorders/timeline Anyone needing support with eating disorders or body image issues is encouraged to contact: • Butterfly National Helpline on 1800 33 4673 (1800 ED HOPE) or support@butterfly.org.au • Eating Disorders Victoria Helpline on 1300 550 23

General store transformation EUDLO General Store has serviced the local community since 1925 and in recent months the old building has been redeveloped with a modern twist.

After undergoing a massive makeover, it will reopen its doors in late November providing essential general store services including locally sourced produce, freshly baked goods, ice, swapand-go gas, firewood and hay.

The team behind the redevelopment are renowned local restauranteur Tony Kelly, owner of a number of hospitality venues including Rice Boi at Mooloolaba and Market Bistro at Maroochydore, his business partner Dirk Long and hospitality industry stalwart Luke Stringer.

Tony said he was really excited by the new venue as he loved Eudlo. He said Dirk was a former resident of the town who had always had his eye on redeveloping the building.

They are keen to see Eudlo General Store continue to be an essential meeting place for people to catch up, buy some essentials and become famous for great coffee and beautiful house-made pies.

Dirk said the second stage of the redevelopment would include a curated outdoor dining area featuring a large rotisserie and wood-fired pizza oven, which was due to open in early 2022.

“We are aiming to have the outdoor area open from Friday to Sunday night.

It will be ideal for families and friends to get together for some wood-fired pizza or a slice or two from the pig on the spit over a cold beer while listening to live music,” Dirk said.

Eudlo General Store will have an everchanging breakfast and lunch menu including daily baked treats and will be open seven days a week from 7am-5pm.

The business expects to employ up to 18 locals both full and part time when it is fully reopened.

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Major Maleny housing estate gets green light IN a move that will see Maleny’s housing supply increase by 63 new houses, Sunshine Coast Council has finally approved the large new estate between Bunya and Tallowwood streets on the southern fringe of the town.

The application to develop the 9.212ha of lush kikuyu grazing land was made in March with plans to create 65 low-density residential housing lots.

Council flagged a considerable list of concerns with the original configuration, with the final outcome being a slight reduction in the number of lots to the 63 approved.

The development will take place over five stages and the approval will expire in four years.

The subdivision plan titles for the last stage must be registered within two years of the registration of the first stage.

This means that once started, the 63 housing lots will come onto the market over (at most) a two-year period.

The approval notice has a long list of 76 conditions and council has already sent the developer an infrastructure charges notice for an eye-watering $980,458, which is payable before the plan of the subdivision is approved by council.

To read more about the proposal, go to https://developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and search for RAL21/0023.

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Teak Street housing given preliminary approval

SUNSHINE Coast Council has given preliminary approval to a new housing development on Teak Street, within walking distance of Maleny’s town centre.

In April, the council received an application to develop the 1.194ha block at 6 Teak Street (upslope from Riverside Centre and Mitre 10).

Originally, the proposal was for a 23 multipledwelling unit and ancillary rooming accommodation development.

The plan included 12 two-level three-bedroom townhouse-style apartments, ten single-storey threebedroom separate dwelling houses and one fourbedroom dwelling house.

However, through the assessment process, the council raised concerns about the development overall, advising the developer that the proposal as submitted “does not provide a domestic scale and density that is compatible with surrounding development and complements the traditional built form and streetscape of Maleny’s older residential areas”.

The council noted that the development “does not provide for generous open space to be maintained between buildings to preserve a predominantly open feel”.

Concerns were also raised about pedestrian access and protection and retention of riparian areas.

Consequently, the council approved a scaled back version of the original application, granting preliminary approval on the condition that revised plans be submitted.

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Council now requires: • The total development be reduced from 70 bedrooms to 55 bedrooms • The townhouse-style apartments be reduced from 12 to ten • Three of the three-bedroom houses be removed, allowing for the area to be turned into landscaped communal open space • Provision of increased communal open space within the southern portion of the site, outside the riparian protection area required to be revegetated, and a suitable range of passive outdoor recreation facilities to provide for residents • Dwellings to be setback a minimum 50m from the high bank of Obi Obi Creek • Plans for full rehabilitation of the riparian protection area located within 30m of the southern boundary of the site adjoining Obi Obi Creek • Provision for a boardwalk-style pedestrian connection within the riparian area to avoid the construction of retaining walls The developer has lodged a request to suspend the appeal period so it can negotiate amendments to the approval conditions.

The result will either be that the developer accepts the council’s preliminary approval and the council and developer come to a negotiated agreed position on the amendments to the preliminary approval, or the developer appeals to the Planning and Environment Court.

To read more about the proposal, go to https:// developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and search for the application MCU21/0115.

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More units for Swan Street Beerwah A DEVELOPMENT application has been lodged with Sunshine Coast Council to construct 16 new units on two adjoining blocks of land in Beerwah – one off Swan Street and the other off Beerwah Parade.

The two-level unit development will encompass 2,437m2 of land at 18 Swan Street and 81 Beerwah Parade, which sits within the high-density residential development zone, meaning the application will be regarded as code

assessable, so no public notice will be published or community submissions called for.

A mix of one-, two- and threebedroom units are planned, increasing the variety of options available to live close to the town centre and public transport.

In response to the planning scheme requirements, the application states that the design is “a contemporary, architecturally designed development, with extensive articulation and variation in building material treatments. The building design has taken into consideration the character of the Beerwah local area and has incorporated a mixture of gable, hip and skillion roof forms and external finish materials to match the surrounding area”.

The main vehicle entrance/exit will be off Swan Street, with an additional pedestrian, bicycle and car (exit only) laneway onto Beerwah Parade.

The entire site is to be cleared, with no trees to remain. An arborists report claims that none of the trees are native and none are significant enough to warrant protection and retention.

To read more, go to https:// developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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THE suburbia of Landsborough is set to grow after an application, recently lodged with Sunshine Coast Council, to create at least another 18 residential housing lots off Gympie Road North.

Although two lots – 36 and 44 Gympie Street North, opposite the Tunnel Ridge Road intersection – are included in the application, for the time being it’s only the subdivision of 36 Gympie Street North that is being sought.

The 18 low-density housing lots range in size from 600m2 to 1,231m2, with two parks identified – a smaller park of 672m2 and a larger open space of 4,471m2.

As the land is zoned for low-density residential development the application is considered code assessable, meaning there is no obligation to publicly advertise the proposal.

The access road in and out of the new estate will be located just before the Addlington Creek bridge over Gympie Street North.

The adjoining lot (44 Gympie Street North) is owned by the same landholder and the planning report flags that an application will soon be lodged for a connecting residential development over this 2.768ha block.

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FACES and PLACES

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Hobby with an irresistible allure EXPRESSING his creativity through fishing lures has always been Roy Noy’s passion. However, after producing about 800,000 of them, this once small hobby turned into somewhat of a tireless venture.

Deciding to ditch the lures and run his own cleaning business for almost 15 years, Rob is now back doing what he loves after rediscovering the passion he always knew he had.

“I had some friends come to me and ask for some advice on how to make lures and once I started teaching them, I started getting a bit of interest back again,” Rob said.

Stepping into Rob’s home you can definitely tell this interest has returned.

Lures of all shapes, sizes and designs transform the walls into a sea of colour and emphasise a point – there’s certainly more than one way to catch a fish!

The magic all happens on Rob’s new CNC router, coming in at the cost of two brand new cars. With the right calculations, this state-of-the-art machine carves the wooden lures to the exact shape programmed, leaving Rob with a perfect product each time.

“Everybody’s got a different style but being made out of timber I think these lures have a better action in the water,” Rob said.

Rob with two freshly packaged homemade lures “A lot of hard plastic lures have got a rattle in them but my theory’s always been if your lure’s any good you don’t need a rattle and I’ve proved that point time and time again.”

And he certainly has, most notably in a lure called the Ridgeback, which was stocked in 250 tackle stores Australiawide after Rob relocated from his Dalby home to the Glass House Mountains.

And if fishing lures weren’t enough, Rob has also taken up another unique hobby – carving photographs into acrylic.

“If you’ve got a family photo or a photo of a pet that’s passed, I can do all of that,” he said.

Rob can be contacted on 0490 670 984 to discuss pricing of the acrylic carvings.

He also says his door is always open for anyone wishing to learn how to make lures.

Rob’s Facebook page can be found at Revenge Lures.

New life for iconic butchery TAKING on a new business venture can be a difficult task at any age but the new owner of Maleny Quality Meats is doing his best to prove age really is just a number.

Since coming out of retirement last year, 81-year-old Jack Freeman has loved every minute of working at one of Maleny’s most iconic businesses, with the town’s original butcher dating back to 1890.

The Palmwoods resident took over Maleny Quality Meats last year and has been renovating the shop, while it is still operating, to give it a modern touch.

Jack has more than 60 years’ experience as a butcher, starting his apprenticeship in 1954 at South Grafton Abattoirs.

He worked at butcheries in Canada then spent two decades as the owner of Mountain Creek Butchers before retiring.

Jack’s daughter Danielle said her father now hoped to bring the same oldfashioned service and quality to Maleny.

“His main aim is to make this an old school butcher,” Danielle said.

“He can make anything on the spot for you. If you’ve got a recipe that needs 200g of pork and 100g of veil mince, he will do it there on the spot rather than

you having to buy pre-packaged.

“They also bone everything on site and will be putting in a new line of pastries, curries and other things that people can take home and cook,” she said.

Maleny Quality Meats will continue to add new products over the coming months and currently has a wide range of organic and grass-fed meats.

A ramp has been installed at the entrance to make the store more accessible for people in wheelchairs and for people carting trolleys.

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Healthy land, healthy horses workshop A FREE horse property management workshop, hosted by Healthy Land and Water, Mooloolah River Landcare and Lake Baroon Catchment Care Group, will be held at the Landsborough School of Arts Hall on Saturday, November 27 from 9am-3pm.

Come along to learn about the landscape attributes of your property, how best to care for your natural assets – soils, vegetation and water – and how to manage it to support healthy horses.

Topics will include recognising and understanding your land types; impacts and limitations on productive capacity; forage budgeting based on how much your horse eats and how many can you run sustainably; maintaining healthy pastures for horses; and managing weeds, nutrients and protecting sensitive areas.

The morning session will be presented by Bruce Lord, regional Agriculture Landcare Facilitator with guest speaker Stuart Bryce from Hinterland Equine Veterinary Services talking about nutrition and disease.

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The afternoon involves a field visit to a local horse property, travelling in your own vehicle.

Morning tea and lunch is provided, and preregistration is essential.

To book and for more information, go to Eventbrite via https://cutt.ly/xR03qXE This project is supported by Healthy Land and Water through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program, and Mooloolah River Landcare and Lake Baroon Catchment Care Group through funding from Seqwater.

MALENY Arts and Crafts Group clay workers will present their Warm Earth Exhibition over two weekends this month, taking the opportunity to show off their best and most sophisticated work.

Visitors will be enchanted by the beautiful range of unique items, which would make wonderful gifts for Christmas or something to grace a special place in a home.

The exhibition venue is the MACG workshop at the Maleny Showground. Opening hours are 9am–4pm on Saturday, November 13 and 20 and Sunday, November 14, and 9am-3pm on Sunday, November 21.

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Food, drinks, entertainment and rides THERE will be plenty to see and do at the Maleny Country Fair on Friday, November 26 from 3pm on the Maleny State School oval.

The fair is the first fundraising event to bring together all three of the district’s primary schools.

There will be performances by students from each of the schools as well the Maleny State High School band, Heartspace Performing Arts Centre and young singer/ songwriter Shanleigh Rose. Local singer Col Finley will perform with his guest artist as well as being MC for the event.

The afternoon and evening of entertainment will be capped off by a ReMax Fireworks display.

Eat Street will have loads of treats, light snacks or full meals, and a barbeque and bar will let you put your feet up and take in the music and all the activity of the fair.

Along with stalls and rides for the kids, there will be a range of community sporting groups and clubs with activities and information to share.

You won’t want to miss this year’s big Maleny Country Fair.

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Maleny roundabout makeover THE Maleny Street Gardeners’ Alliance is pleased with work being undertaken by the Sunshine Coast Council parks and gardens staff, with the support of Cr Winston Johnston, to add extra colour and vibrancy to the township’s gardens, beginning with the roundabout in Maple Street.

Councillor Winston Johnston said, “What a fantastic joint project between Council and the Maleny Street Gardeners’ Alliance Gathering.

“The Parks Team and all involved have done a great job, it’s a wonderful entry statement for Maleny and I would like to thank everyone for their hard work and commitment in making this happen,” he said.

From the response to a recent Facebook post on Maleny Chit-Chat, there appears to be overwhelming

support from Maleny residents for the new colourful plantings.

The Alliance now plans to look at erecting hanging baskets and placing large troughs of flowers along Maple Street, at the Riverside Centre, on the bridge and outside the Maleny Hotel and the RSL. Mitre 10 Maleny and its suppliers have come to the party by donating 50 hanging baskets and potting mix.

Ian Russell, one of the main benefactors of this community project, has also donated funds to purchase a motorised water cart for regular watering of the new plantings to ensure they continue to look their best.

If you would like to support this project, contact Bill Henman on 0408 159 677.

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Emma Thomas, Jade King and Andy Eves-Brown in the finger lime paddock SINCE Glasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce kicked off its local agribusiness initiative less than 12 months ago, it has already hosted five workshop events for local chamber members and industry representatives from across the region.

The latest event was hosted by Jade King at Green Valley Fingerlimes in Beerwah, with Sunshine Coast Council CEO Emma Thomas the special guest speaker on the day.

Emma, council’s manager for economic development Andy Eves-Brown and local councillor Rick Baberowski led a panel discussion on the future of agritourism in Glasshouse Country, a biosphere submission and other great topics.

Another highlight of the morning was the lush morning tea sponsored by Glasshouse Plantation and wonderful cold-press vanilla coffee produced by Vanilla Vine.

Chamber president Jenny Broderick said it was a great event and that she had been pleased with the outcomes from these regular agribusiness meetings, the informal partnerships that had formed between members and the shared vision being created among the group members.

If you would like to be involved in the agribusiness meetups, contact the chamber through its website www.glasshousecountrychamber.com.au

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IF you’re looking for flexible space for your group’s next meeting or event, the recently opened Beerwah Community Meeting Place could be exactly what you’re after.

The venue is available for hire to individuals and commercial, community and not-for-profit groups.

It features four meeting rooms with capacity from one person to a group of 36. The outdoor amphitheatre is also available for hire with capacity for 87 people.

Each room features a wall-mounted smart TV, a whiteboard and a hot water urn, with a shared kitchenette featuring a microwave, bar fridge, glass jugs, cutlery and crockery.

A Sunshine Coast Council spokesperson said groups could now register their interest in booking the venue by contacting the community venue programming officer.

“In consultation with the venue manager, fees range from $20 to $50 per hour. The venue will be available to hire initially between 7am and 6pm, subject to confirmation. In addition to room hire, additional charges for cleaning, security and bond may also apply,” the spokesperson said.

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Chaplain’s trail riding day MALENY High School has just completed its inaugural horse ride and bushwalk day as a fundraiser for the school’s chaplaincy services.

A band of volunteers, with Chappy Donna Turner and her family, worked tirelessly to ensure that the day was a success.

The event was attended by more than 30 riders from all over the region who enjoyed riding on a beautiful property opened especially for this event. Riders enjoyed the view from their saddles and there was also a bushwalk, sausage sizzle, coffee van, and swap and sell tent.

The event was made possible by generous helpers, supporters and donors, including the Sunny Coast Trail Horse Riders, Maple Street Meats, Maleny Bakery, Maleny Vets, Tom Duggan Vet Services, Maleny Rural and Hardware Supplies, Star Discount Chemist, Lights of Eden, Maleny IGA, Maleny Church on the Rise, Maleny Optical and SALT Radio 106.5, which broadcast information about the day extensively.

The committee hopes this will become a regular part of the school chaplaincy calendar.

Chaplaincy committee president Paul Tarbuck, Chappy Donna Turner, Sunny Coast Trail Horse Riders president Pat Croft and Maleny High School principal Deb Stewart with the inaugural golden horseshoe, a memento of the day

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Libraries for all MORGAN Shelley has been a welcome member at Maleny Library for the past 10 years. Our librarians were recently pleased to discover that Morgan believes libraries are like an extension of her loungeroom, a place that makes her feel welcome, comfortable and relaxed. She told us that books fill the cracks of her curious mind with information.

Currently Morgan is reading about animal consciousness. However, she also loves browsing our art history, autobiography, self-development and adventure collections.

Morgan has made new friends at the library through attending events, using the computers and borrowing from our book and DVD collections.

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CUSTOMER CONTACT sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Council/Contact-Council Help protect shorebirds Migratory shorebirds are the world’s most threatened group of birds and the Sunshine Coast plays a key role in their ongoing survival. Flying more than 10,000 km from the arctic, they spend the summer on the shores of the Pumicestone Passage and Maroochy River to rest and recover for their return journey. Help share our coast with shorebirds by observing from a distance with binoculars, keeping dogs under control and taking your rubbish with you.

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Council’s Civil Asset Management crews work day and night to monitor, construct, repair, maintain and plan for Council-owned assets for the community.

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One for the calendar Watch Council's next Ordinary Meeting online - 10 November at 9am.

Turtle season is here From November to May, look out for turtle tracks, new nests and emerging hatchlings. If you see signs of turtles on our beaches, please watch your step and contact the ‘Turtle Care’ volunteers via Council’s website. These volunteers survey our beaches daily to help monitor these beautiful creatures. If you live near the �������������������������������������������������������������������������������

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(not Christmas hampers as in previous years) to needy families in Maleny and surrounding areas this year.

In the past hampers were generously donated by Maleny businesses and residents. Anyone who would like to donate to this year’s appeal should to do so with local store cards.

The cards will assist struggling families with food, fuel and other necessities at Christmas. For further information phone 0439 437 306.

Beerburrum children’s Christmas party BEERBURRUM Hall will host a community children’s Christmas party from 2-5pm on Sunday, November 28.

This family-friendly event will get everyone into the Christmas spirit with a jumping castle, games and cool prizes, animal farm and Reptiles2U display, an ice cream truck and face painting.

Parents who would like Santa to deliver

a present to their child on the day should see Ron at the Beerburrum Post Office.

The hall is located in Anzac Avenue Beerburrum. For more details contact Kirsty on 0418 980 019 or email beerburrumhall@gmail.com If you would like to assist, the hall committee would appreciate donations and raffle prizes.

Santa Paws photo time SUNSHINE Coast Animal Refuge (SCARS) is busy getting ready for its Christmas Market and Santa’s visit on Saturday, November 20, from 9am–1pm.

If you would like a lovely Santa photo with your pet, make sure you call

5494 5275 early to book a spot. A payment of $15 is required when booking.

You can also help support the great work the refuge does by popping into the market at 28 Sippy Creek Road Tanawha on the day.

Georges in the Hills - Christmas Concert COVID has played havoc with the St George’s Maleny concert series for the past couple of years. However, organisers hope their Christmas concert at 3pm on Sunday, December 5 will herald a new dawn, or at least a new normal.

The Christmas in Maleny concert will feature Kim Kirkman’s Inspiration choir with traditional and modern carols, familiar Christmas songs and soloists.

The choir recently presented Handel’s ‘Messiah’ with more than 400 patrons giving a standing ovation and sustained applause.

St George’s priest-in-charge, Rev Deb Bird, said it was a privilege to have the choir perform in the church.

‘We are delighted that Kim Kirkman has agreed, once again, to present our final concert for the year, Christmas in Maleny, on December 5,” Rev Bird said.

“The concert will include soloists to give it variety and, for a small extra charge, we will provide Christmas cake and a glass of wine so our audience can chat after the performances, meet the choir and exchange Christmas greetings.

“Being a musician myself, I am impressed with the acoustics of our church and although it is quite small we can open up the hall and create a great visual space.”

The Reverend Deb Bird Kim said it was always fun to perform at St George’s for Christmas.

“Everyone joins in with the singalong segments. We will have the favourites, ‘Silent night’, ‘Hark the herald angels sing’ and all the well-loved Christmas songs,” Kim said.

“There will also be popular soloists from previous years, a fun piece by Trish Bagshaw and Judi Ross-Smith reading the modern Christmas poem ‘The Innkeepers Wife’.”

Tickets are $20 and available from www.trybooking.com/BVDYT or book a seat with Susan Myring on 0407 953 225.

Refreshments are available for $5 and there will be raffles for Christmas hampers.

St George’s Anglican Church is located at 2 Walkers Drive Maleny.

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Keeping bees workshops

YOU won’t want to miss out on hearing from Dave Applegate, president of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia Solo Network, at this month’s Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre community morning tea.

The event will be held on Tuesday, November 16 from 10am-12noon with Dave’s talk focusing on what travellers and intended travellers can expect to find as they navigate around this amazing country.

Dave will provide information on types of RV vehicles to consider, organisations available to join, travelling off-road and sealed roads, and camping options.

He will also have tricks and tips, options for navigation and websites, social media and communication available. There will be time for questions and answers.

The Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre is located at 1 Ryan Street. Light refreshments will be served with morning tea. Entry is a gold coin donation.

Book by phoning the centre on 5438 7000 or email admin@ghmnc.com

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YOU will need to get in early to grab tickets for A Bee Story, an Australian physical theatre show for children and families. It will incorporate a kaleidoscope of circus, acrobatics, dance and live music at Venue 114 at 10am on January 14.

The performance is suitable for children aged 3–13 years and their families. It tells the story of Queen Bee and Worker Bee who must work together to rebuild their hive after it is destroyed by a bushfire.

A Bee Story has themes of environmentalism, sustainability and community spirit. It is directed by performer Robbie Curtis (Circa Contemporary Circus, Cirque du Soleil, Circus Oz and the Australian Ballet) and co-created with musician and performer Lizzie McRae. Tickets are $15 or $12.50 each for a group of ten or more and can be purchased online at https:// venue114.com.au/events/a-bee-story When: Friday January 14 Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade Bokarina Time: 10-10.45am

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IF you have wondered about becoming a backyard beekeeper, join Gillian Kase from Harvest Honey Sunshine Coast for her free presentation at the Beerwah Community Hall on Tuesday, November 23 from 10–11.30am.

Discover the importance of bees and learn about their role in food security, and their impact on biodiversity and the health of ecosystems.

Gillian will have pollinisation tips and show how a diversity of plants can boost your bee traffic, as well as which plants to use to attract native bees to your garden. She will talk about different types of bees and the structure of the beehive.

Enjoy this interactive workshop and take home a goodies bag to get you started on bringing bees to your yard.

The workshop is free but registration is essential.

Phone 5475 8989 or go to https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On/ Keeping-Bees When: Tuesday, November 23 Time: 10–11.30am Where: Beerwah Community Hall Cost: Free

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TWO Sunshine Coast-based musicians have teamed up to create a new single, ‘Sweet Love’, which was officially released last Thursday.

With gigs cancelled across the region during the COVID-19 pandemic, Peachester alternative folk artist Inessa needed a creative outlet. She teamed up with composer Jan Grman in what is the duo’s first collaborative effort.

Inessa said that although the new single sounded like a conventional love song, it was much broader than that.

“To tell you a secret, I wrote it for my guitar – my dearest kindred spirit, my soul friend who has been with me for many years through dark and bright times,” she said.

Inessa said the sweet love she referred to in the song could be for anyone or anything – a spouse or best friend, a higher spirit or even the love for your own inner self.

THE Maleny Arts Council will present Gold and Silver featuring the Brisbane City Pops Orchestra at 2pm on Sunday, November 21 at the Maleny Community Centre.

The orchestra, conducted by Adrian Head, will be joined by soprano Lesley Martin-Nightingale and the Maleny Singers.

The program features the overture from the much-loved ‘Pirates of Penzance’ by Gilbert and Sullivan, as well as the beautiful ‘Intermezzo’ from ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ by Mascagni and a selection of some beautiful dances from Tchaikovsky’s ‘Nutcracker’ ballet.

Lehar’s ‘Gold and Silver Waltz’ will have you humming, as will other golden oldies such as the lyrical love theme ‘Shadow of Your Smile’ by Johnny Mandel and the sentimental favourite ‘As Time Goes By’.

Leslie Martin-Nightingale will delight you with her performance of ‘Waltzing in the Clouds’, made famous by

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Inessa and Jan Grman have teamed up for the first time “Too often we forget to be friends with ourselves,” she said.

“We try to do our best to help others, forgetting about being kind and loving to ourselves.”

Live music enthusiasts will get the chance to hear Inessa perform ‘Sweet Love’ live at a launch show at Maleny Lane on November 21.

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Deanna Durbin, and the ever-popular ‘Ciribiribin’.

Local favourites, the Maleny Singers, will perform ‘Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves’ from ‘Nabucco’ and the ‘Easter Hymn’, among other favourites.

Compere Martin Daubney will present a great Australian classic ‘The Man from Snowy River’ with a little help from the orchestra.

Tickets are $35 members, $40 adults, $20 students and group bookings $35 per person for 10 or more.

Contact Claire Booth at malenyartscouncil@gmail.com to make a group booking.

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Sound healing with tuning forks and singing bowls THIS is the third article of my introductions to sound healing. As I mentioned in the previous article, your voice is the key to getting started with sound treatments and, used in conjunction with instruments – even simply to accompany what you are intoning with your voice – can intensify the effect.

Let’s put aside the use of your voice for this month’s introduction and imagine a set of Tibetan gongs or singing bowls that have been lightly struck or rubbed. The bowls are humming. It is a mesmerising sound.

Just listening to them and feeling the effect of the vibrations close by is soothing. You might even feel lightheaded, intoxicated by the sound. It is the power of a sound bath at its most basic. We know that the low frequencies with these singing bowls are working on certain parts of your body, and the high and rich upper overtones on other parts.

Research in the sound healing field is relatively new in the west, although it has been known as a practice in the east probably for hundreds if not a thousand or more years. If you’d like to know more about the use of singing bowls with healing just google it.

Let’s be more specific in our search and see where it might take us. For example, let’s say you’re interested in a treatment for arthritis using sound healing. There’ll be a lot online – articles

and books that discuss it and people who are expert in the field who can apply it for you will be in abundance.

I was interested to find that one method for treating arthritis is to sound a 128 Hz tuning fork (roughly the note C an octave below middle C) and transmit the vibration of it directly onto the affected area. Apparently, it increases the nitric oxide in the arthritic area, which aids in healing. That is one specific example gleaned from John Beaulieu’s website – www.biosonics.com Bear in mind that sound healing will not be appropriate for everyone and a lot of the benefit will depend on your intent or belief in it, and the discipline you may need to maintain it.

According to Beaulieu in his book ‘Human Tuning’, tuning forks are able to tune your nervous system and transition it from a state of neural dissonance to a state of neural coherence almost instantly and, he assures us, when you’re in tune, your body’s immune system is naturally enhanced. OK, that sounds like it might be worth checking out.

Beaulieu says to achieve this you simply sound a middle C fork (256 Hz) and a G (394 Hz) a fifth above and hold them a couple of centimetres away from your ear, one each side of the head. He says do it morning and night for a few minutes each time. That sounds like fun too.

Ask me in a month how I’m going with it!

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Festival of Small Halls summer tour LOCAL musician Andrea Kirwin is excited to be performing as part of the Festival of Small Halls Australia Summer Tour 2021.

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communities across Queensland during November, with the tour winding up close to Andrea’s home at the Eudlo Hall on December 5.

Famous for its larger-than-life folk festivals over the past three decades, Woodfordia established the Festival of Small Halls as a high-quality tour on the Australian scene and internationally.

Andrea is an Australian-Fijian artist/ producer based in Nambour with a warm stage presence, retro soulful sound and a knack for storytelling.

She has been steadily building a national following since the release of her first album, ‘From the Ground Up’ in 2013.

Andrea has self-produced five independent albums and has continued to build a sustainable music career.

She has now opened a shopfront for her record label – Peace Run Records in Nambour.

“Small Halls has been one of my dream gigs for years now,” Andrea said.

“I love playing in character buildings and to be invited to tour my home state of Queensland during this time is a really special opportunity.”

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Tree change at the museum LANDSBOROUGH Museum welcomed Cr Rick Baberowski recently to launch its exhibition titled ‘Tree change – changing landscapes and changing opinions’.

The exhibition was almost two years in the making from the initial inspiration of the bushfires that began at the end of 2019. It went through a complex evolution that incorporated gaining an understanding of trees, land and landscapes and how people, over time, changed their use of and opinions on

how the land was, or should be, used and appreciated.

Landsborough Historical Society secretary Rosey Field said ‘Tree change’ explored a number of themes including Indigenous land use, our timber heritage, forestry, conservationists, the protests, green lifestyles, the arts and crafts, and land use planning.

Each of the themes are linked by the trees and the land of the regions known today as the Sunshine Coast and its

Cr Baberowski (second from left) congratulates the museum’s president Tim Venter, secretary Rosey Fields and John Waldron from Blue Sky View for his curatorial assistance

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The Landsborough Museum is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 9am-2.30pm. It is located at 4 Maleny Street Landsborough. Entry is $10 for adults, $9 for pensioners and seniors, children free and discounts are available for groups of ten or more.

For more information about the Landsborough Museum head to its website www.landsboroughmuseum.org.au

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Students turn LEGO crazy MEMBERS of Peachester State School’s Team Technic Brix were excited to recently compete for the first time in the international FIRST LEGO League challenge at Noosaville.

The team of 12 students from years 4-6 participated under the guidance of parent Matt Schmidt, teacher Jane Robertson and school principal Kim Fillery.

Each team was required to construct a LEGO robot programmed to perform tasks such as moving, pushing and pulling objects across a specially designed cargo connect table with points awarded for completing the various tasks.

Kim said the tasks needed to be completed while applying gracious professionalism, which was a way of

TWELVE-year-old Glass House Mountains local Aimee Augustin recently had most of her (very long) hair cut off as part of the Cancer Council’s Ponytail Project to raise funds for cancer patients.

doing things to encourage high-quality work, emphasise the value of others and respect individuals and the community.

In preparation for the event, the Peachester team worked on five of the 16 required tasks with their robots, Tech Hub and Techie.

The winners from Noosaville progressed to the Australian grand final, with the international final to be held in Los Angeles.

After years of growing her hair purely for this reason, Aimee is happy that her hair will be used to make a wig for someone going through cancer treatment.

Aimee was also really pleased that she raised more than $1,000 with the support of family and friends.

When Aimee was quite young her dad had cancer and, from her family’s first-hand experience, she understands the importance of the Cancer Council’s ongoing research and support.

To find out more about the project you can head to https www.cancer.org.au/events/ ponytail-project

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Battle on to save pink moth BARUNG Landcare, which is striving to save habitat impacted by extreme climate conditions for the endangered southern pink underwing moth, has secured nearly $50,000 in funding.

With support from the Landcare Led Bushfire Recovery Grants Program, members of Barung Landcare are working closely with landholders in the hinterland to safeguard and regenerate rainforest and vine forests.

With more than 75 per cent of rainforest and vine forests in the Sunshine Coast region on private land, landholders play a vital role in the recovery and survival of many species.

The pink underwing moth (Phyllodes imperialis smithersi), an endangered species restricted to subtropical rainforest in northern New South Wales and South East Queensland, is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, invasive species and fire.

Barung Landcare will collaborate with the scientific team at Natura Pacific, an environmental consulting and education organisation, to roll out a citizen science project to help improve the likelihood of the moth’s survival.

“Rainforest vegetation communities on the Sunshine Coast remain highly fragmented due to land clearing and land use changes since European settlement,” project coordinator Megan Lee said.

“This leaves remnant patches of rainforest quite vulnerable to the impacts of weeds, and prolonged periods of drought and heat can significantly dry out understories and n increase the risk of fire and degradation of understorey environments. d “On the Sunshine Coast, it is expected that annual average temperatures will

rise and our region will experience more days each year over 35°C, and more extreme heat waves and other extreme weather events too.

“This presents a challenging environment for the endangered southern pink underwing moth, which is at risk of extinction due to its fragmented distribution, so it’s really important we work with landholders across the region to improve the quality, connectivity and resilience of our local rainforests,” Megan said.

With the $46,650 of grant funding Barung Landcare will work with the local community, key stakeholders and key scientists to increase awareness and participation in restoring and building resilience in rainforest communities across the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Barung Landcare’s community native nursery will also be expanded to increase rainforest plant production, which will supply plants to landholders taking part in the project.

A range of planned education activities aims to help the broader community connect with practical knowledge and actions that help prepare for the impacts of a changing climate. These activities include local seed collection days, plant ID and propagation workshops, environmental education film nights with key researchers, field days with local rainforest experts, and tree planting events with local landholders.

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WHILE vaccination queues have become commonplace across Australia, the sight of hundreds of koalas lining up g for a life-saving jab in coming months is expected to turn some heads.

University of Sunshine Coast (USC) is leading a phase III rollout of a koala d chlamydia vaccine developed collaboratively over many years with many partners, including the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital where the USC professor of microbiology Pet er Timms vaccine is currently being trialled in about 400 koalas.

USC professor of microbiology Peter of research, said chlamydia was one Timms said the vaccine could play of the most significant threats to koala a significant role in the longer-term populations and was the most common survival of koalas, especially in South reason for koala admissions to the East Queensland and NSW where Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. chlamydia affects 50 per cent or more of “It is a cruel disease that causes the koala population. debilitating conjunctivitis, bladder “Hundreds of koalas admitted to infections and, at times, infertility,” said the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital will Dr Gillett, who has been involved in the receive the single dose vaccine via an vaccine project since its beginning. injection after they have undergone “Although many koalas with routine hospital care and just prior chlamydia can be treated using to their release back into the wild,” traditional antibiotics, some animals Professor Timms said. cannot be saved due to the severity of “While this vaccination will directly their infection. Having a vaccine that benefit each of the animals, the trial can help prevent both infection and will also have a focus on the protection the severity of the disease is a critical provided by vaccination. element in the species’ conservation “All koalas will be microchipped and management,” she said. the hospital will record any animals that Professor Timms and Dr Gillett are return for any reason over the following featured in a USC video about the 12 months.” vaccine rollout you can watch at www.

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FRIENDS OF MARY CAIRNCROSS ASSOCIATION WITH CHARNE TURNER SPRING is well and truly on show in the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve with active birds, flowering trees and vines, and fabulous fungi flourishing due to the recent rains.

In the Discovery Centre a new theme has been unveiled. It focuses on all those forest occupants that can be overlooked by regular visitors - the invertebrate population of the reserve.

Come and explore ‘Spineless wonders: unearthing invertebrates’ and learn about slugs, snails, caterpillars, centipedes, beetles, spiders and more in

live and static displays. There’s a lot to explore.

The Rainforest Discovery Centre is open daily from 9.30am–3.30pm.

The Friends of Mary Cairncross Association will hold its next general meeting in the Mary Cairncross Theatrette on Saturday, November 13 from 10am-12 noon. Everyone is welcome.

Please come and join us. Membership is just $10 a year and is open to anyone who has the rainforest and the environment at heart.

The Friends of Mary Cairncross Association aims to protect and enhance the natural environment of the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve.

To find out how to become involved check out www.friends-of-mary-cairncross.com.au or call 5435 0348.

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A word from John McGrath - CITY SPOTLIGHTS Sunshine Coast, Brisbane & Surrounds It’s a saying synonymous with Queensland: ‘Beautiful one day, perfect the next.’ The popular 1980s tourism catchphrase seems to be resonating with a new wave of interstate home buyers, with latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealing a significant increase in internal migration into the Sunshine State during the pandemic. With COVID-19 outbreaks and lockdowns bringing lifestyle aspirations sharply into focus, South East Queensland’s warm climate, amenities and relatively affordable housing has lured thousands of seachangers and treechangers from Sydney, Melbourne and other cities.

QUEENSLAND GAINED 30,785 NEW RESIDENTS FROM OTHER AUSTRALIAN STATES OVER THE YEAR, WHICH IS THE LARGEST ANNUAL NET POPULATION GAIN FROM INTERNAL MIGRATION IN 16 YEARS. Amongst them, 53% resettled outside Brisbane, with the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast the most popular locations. This wave of demand from

Virus Escapees Seeking Provincial Australia (VESPAs), coupled with strong activity amongst locals seeking to upgrade whilst interest rates are low, sent home values soaring to new record highs in Brisbane and across many regional markets. The market will continue to benefit from this ongoing population shift, as more Australians are inspired to make major changes in their lives now that they can work from home. On top of this, the 2032 Brisbane Olympics is expected to bring enormous broad-based benefits to South East Queensland over the next decade. It will give the capital new energy and put a city we once referred to as ‘a big country town’ on the international stage.

A unique tri-zone arrangement means Olympic events will take place across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. This means a multitude of suburban property markets will benefit from many infrastructure projects and improvements to public transport planned across the tri-zone, and also in regional areas including Cairns, Townsville and Toowoomba. Significant

job creation will generate more demand for local homes and new world class sporting and recreational amenities will lift the appeal of many local areas. It is therefore likely that home values will see an Olympics-sized benefit well before the games begin. Despite major price growth in FY21, Queensland continues to offer exceptional value to buyers.

Brisbane’s median house price rose by 14.8% to $657,551, whilst the median apartment price increased 5.7% to $415,536 in FY21. Regional Queensland’s median house price leapt 17.8% to $458,839, whilst the median apartment price lifted 14.5% to $425,5284.

South East Queensland’s burgeoning prestige market capped off FY21 with a new state sales record. A beachfront mansion in Sunshine Beach smashed the previous $25 million record when it exchanged for $34 million in June 2021.

This is the first time a state record has been set outside the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Southern city buyers with healthy budgets are bidding up prices on Queensland’s best homes.

Melbourne Cup event - Beerwah This week McGrath Coast and Hinterland’s Beerwah sales team were lucky enough to help support the Beerwah Community Kindergarten’s annual Melbourne Cup fundraiser event.

With over 50 guests and an array of donations - including plants, paintings, hampers and more - contributing to the prize pool, the event generated much needed funds for the community kindergarten. Megan Zakis and the team of volunteers did an outstanding job and the event was a soaring success.

Kate Godwin, the Marketing and Communications Manager for McGrath Beerwah’s top agent Cassi Nuske, was thrilled to help MC the event and judge

the fashions on the field, commenting that she “loved to see how the community came together for a good cause and to enjoy the day”.

John McGrath To read more, please call our office on 07 5405 3628 so that we can email you a full copy of the McGrath Report 2022.

Testimonials ‘Amazing property management team!

The whole team did an amazing job securing a new tenant on our recent new build. Great well- informed communication throughout the process which has followed through well into the new lease. The team at McGrath Coast & Hinterland are very professional and have exceeded my expectations.’

Matthew – Landlord Review

‘As expats living abroad, buying a property in Australia brought a lot of stress and anxiety. Now we are tenanting the property out, using McGrath as our property manager, Amy Bennett and her team are just as welcoming and competent and the process has been seamless so far. Would highly rate the team they have put together at McGrath based on our experience to date.’

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When will the property market slow down?

The question many people have been recently asking concerning the real estate market is when will things slow down?

As demand for property remains high, McGrath Estate Agents Beerwah report hearing this question with growing frequency from both buyers and sellers.

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in a position to purchase. On the other hand, there’s been a noticeable increase in enquiry from interstate buyers who are becoming highly motivated to pursue their dream of a move to the Sunshine Coast now that easing border restrictions appear imminent.”

“At the end of the day, it all comes down to supply and demand,” Cassi says.

“Remarkably, the number of property sales across Beerwah, Glass House Mountains and Landsborough are on track to be among the highest sold for nearly 15 years, so it isn’t a case of supply being low; it’s just not enough to keep up with the unprecedented demand. At some point, things will level

out. My advice to homeowners wishing to achieve a premium sale price is not to leave it too late. There’s been a huge increase in requests for up-to-date property appraisals in the past three weeks which may indicate there’ll be a lot more homes coming to market over the Summer months.” ��������������������������������������� your home is worth, please call into McGrath Beerwah (next to K-Hub).

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YOU Re: Opinion on vaccination

IN response to the letter in the GC&M News (October 25), I would offer the following opinion.

As Australians we should be very mindful of the saying “together we stand, divided we fall”.

I can recall when, 82 years ago, a nation decided to divide people and victimise people who were supposedly different and the decree came out for them to be shunned, ostracised and isolated.

My grandfather was murdered in the Warsaw ghetto, separated from his family, losing all his friends and dying a horrible death of starvation. I cannot be silent when this is occurring under the guise of “health safety”.

I can accept that we can all have our own opinion after researching the facts of this virus, but let’s be very careful not to vilify people who come to stand by their convictions for various reasons.

It is a very dangerous place to be and never ends well for all involved. May we all respect each other and realise that unless we walk in the other’s person’s shoes, we should not judge them.

Lydia Ockhuisen Glass House Mountains

Importance of leadership

AS world leaders gather in Glasgow to address the climate crisis, ordinary citizens might ask what can be done locally. Many households have used carbon calculators, freely available online, to understand and modify their carbon footprint. This is worthy but households account for a small fraction of GHG [greenhouse gas] emissions.

Governments, corporations and institutions are the big emitters.

On November 10 the Sunshine Coast Council will debate a motion to declare a climate emergency. In May a briefing to the council by four climate experts was unanimous: council must do more to reduce its emissions and do so

urgently.

Despite notable projects such as the Blue Heart and the Valdora solar farm, and despite a target of net zero emissions by 2041, the council’s emissions continue to rise.

Governments that have embraced the transition to a green economy, including the more than 2,000 that have declared a climate emergency, have had the benefit of decisive leadership. Studies have consistently shown that countries and regions that moved quickly to reduce their emissions have enjoyed strong, indeed stronger, economic growth.

The response to COVID-19 has demonstrated not only the critical importance of leadership but also that we can do things previously unthinkable. Recognition of the emergency is key. If you are among the 71% of Australians who want more action on climate, contact your local councillor and encourage them to declare a climate emergency.

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Heritage Community Bank

FURTHER to the article published in GC&M News (September 28), we are forging ahead with the formation of a steering committee for the Glasshouse Country Heritage Community Bank.

We have received quite a number of very positive comments and it seems that a community bank will be welcomed in the hinterland towns.

We are still looking for a couple of dedicated people to join the steering committee, especially a person with close ties to the legal profession. This would be fantastic but is not mandatory.

What is the Heritage Community Bank model? Once the bank becomes profitable (around 4-5 years from formation according to Heritage) part of any profit can be distributed to community groups, sporting groups,

etc.

Palmwoods has a very successful branch and is able to distribute to many of the local groups every year.

Interested in finding out more? Call me on 0459 995 979.

Ursula Starkovsky Glass House Mountains

Step backward

I WAS extremely disappointed to see that the Maleny CWA was holding a Melbourne Cup event.

For an organisation that claims to care about women impacted by domestic violence, to see them supporting the Melbourne Cup is contradictory.

Every year the Melbourne Cup sees an increase in family and domestic violence. In 2017 the federal government service 1800 RESPECT reported a 17 per cent increase in demand on Melbourne Cup Day. Many families are also negatively impacted by gambling addictions, so it’s upsetting to see the CWA participating in an event that normalises and glorifies gambling.

I know the CWA has been working on showing how they support women in the community and appealing to a younger demographic, and I think this is a total step backwards for the Maleny CWA. Bella Rose Landsborough

Road works Steve Irwin Way

TODAY I received a newsletter from TMR [Department of Transport and Main Roads] on proposed works on Steve Irwin Way between Beerwah and Landsborough. Although this work will assist in the traffic flow in the area, it is a far cry from what was offered by our politicians several years ago, which was dual carriage way for the entire length of Steve Irwin Way. Planning to start this project this month and to be completed in 2022 is not being kind to our tourist operators,

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Bill Hyde Beerwah

Re: Unvaccinated people

I FEEL compelled to respond to the letter writer from Glass House Mountains (GC&M News, October 26) and would like to point out that it has been proven and documented that the vaccinated can spread COVID 19 as well!

Most unvaccinated are hesitant about the jab because there is no data concerning long-term side effects with the mRNA vaccines being used.

I urge you and all readers to objectively seek out information from all sources available and then each and every person can make an informed decision about what is best for them.

Coercion is not the answer in this day and age of equality!

Damon Robinson Maleny

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Traversing the railway levelcrossing you are met with three roads intersecting. I had passed that point regularly and not seen the new sign until it was pointed out due to the fact that you really do need your wits about you to survive that intersection.

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Other than the word ‘Landsborough’ I was unable to determine any other wording, which might have suggested that this is a heritage listed township and one time seat of Landsborough Shire Council.

The sign is no doubt a fine example of the signwriter’s art but is in no way a replacement for the original sign that had good visibility for anyone entering the town. Landsborough was first established in 1871 and deserves better than this.

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Re: Fig Tree update

AFTER sending my letter to GC&M News (October 12 edition) I also contacted our Cr Rick Baberowski. He said that he would investigate the issue. True to his word he contacted me recently.

The tree has been council responsibility for a long time as it is mostly on the footpath. Councill arborists have checked it and are satisfied that the tree is in sound condition. The adjoining development should not impact on the tree’s root system or its general safety and they are confident to leave it as it is and keep monitoring it.

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Slow Down Maleny

SLOW Down Maleny convenor Andrew McLean says speeding vehicles in and d around Maleny have raised concerns for children and their parents, dog walkers, horse and bike riders, the elderly and wildlife carers.

As a result of these concerns the Slow Down Maleny group was formed to raise awareness.

“We all love Maleny and many others love coming here,” Andrew said.

“It’s the people and the wildlife that make this place special so why wouldn’t we protect them?”

The group has surveyed the community and found hotspots where residents are concerned for the safety of those who get around Maleny without a car.

They are also concerned about the number of animal deaths on our roads, with vehicle speed one of the contributing factors.

The group is starting a grassroots campaign leading up to Christmas to help resident and visitor motorists to be more mindful of the impact vehicles are having on the safety of those around them.

“The world is changing. Healthier communities are made up of healthy

people hurried l who h aren’t ’t h i d and d spend d more time walking, riding and relating rather than commuting anyway,” Andrew said.

“At some point, motorists need to decide whether getting to their destination 30 seconds earlier is more important than protecting people and animals.

“We are not asking motorists to get out and push their cars but just be mindful of speed around hotspots – schools, wildlife corridors, aged-care facilities – and around pedestrians and riders, and maybe even try to drive less,” he said.

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ELECTED I CHECKED out the newly finished Beerwah Meeting Place recently.

Unfortunately, it was a parliamentary sitting week when the official opening happened so I was unable to attend on the day.

What a magnificent addition to the area this space is. It truly is a welcoming place where hinterland communities can come together and community groups can meet up.

It’s been 12 months since the 2020 state election and a lot has happened this year. We’ve completed the lights at the intersection of Peachester Road, we’ve seen the start of the Bells Creek Arterial Road, which will link Beerwah to Caloundra, and we’re about to make Steve Irwin Way a safer place to travel with new traffic signals at the entrance to Australia Zoo.

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Hunchy Road rehabilitation with Jason Hunt State Member for Caloundra

I have met with some amazing community and sporting groups such as the Beerwah Writers Group, the Landsborough Cricket Club and the Landsborough Tennis Club, just to name a few. I am genuinely delighted to have been able to meet and engage with so many amazing people in this community.

There are some exciting projects coming up that I look forward to sharing with you all soon.

I AM pleased to announce that works have been completed on a notorious section of Hunchy Road at Hunchy. The project team captured drone footage of the completed works that I think gives the community a clear picture of the extensive safety works carried out.

Visit my Facebook page to view some more aerial images and a video of the completed product.

Council secured $1.7 million from the Australian Government’s Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications Black Spot Program to complete the works, which will reduce the risks of further crashes across rural roads.

Remembrance Day

A reminder that Remembrance Day is on Thursday, November 11 and I would encourage the community to attend local services to commemorate the end of World War I 103 years ago. Beerwah, Glass House Mountains, Maleny and Mapleton RSL sub branches are holding services. Please visit the respective RSL websites for times and locations.

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Park I am happy to advise that the Mary Cairncross track renewal stage two works have started. The project includes extending the boardwalk decking for a total of 80m, which will help address

with Winston Johnston Division 5 Sunshine Coast Council erosion impacts and sediment run off into the creek while maintaining access within the reserve during wet weather.

The new boardwalk is expected to be finished in time for the festive season.

Upgrades in your area

I’m pleased to see a range of projects wrap up over the past few months across Division 5.

Montville State School has received a concrete parking area and a 1.8m-wide concrete pathway along King and Bray roads in Mooloolah Valley has been constructed. Strengthening and repair works for Dalton’s Bridge in Conondale were also finished in October but some additional minor works are still to be carried out in the school holidays in December. I’m sure our community is enjoying the end results and I thank all residents for their patience while the works were undertaken.

Keeping you connected

Keep an eye on my Facebook page for the latest Division 5 news and information. Visit www.facebook.com/ winstonjohnstondivision5scc

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HEALTH Grants for community groups open now

THE latest round of the Stronger Communities grant program is open right now and $150,000 in grants are available to community groups in Fisher.

Under this program I am able to recommend to the government up to 20 projects in our community to receive grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 to pay for new equipment or upgrades to facilities.

A wide range of community groups are eligible and in the hinterland we have previously received grants for groups including Maleny RSL, Beerwah Sportsground, Blackall Range Care Group, Celebrate Glasshouse Country, Knitfest, Peachester Community Hall and many more.

This year, due to COVID-19, the government has removed the requirement for co-funding, meaning that 100% of your project can be funded by this grant.

So, if you are part of a community group in Fisher and you have a project that you believe would benefit our community, please contact me to request an expression-of-interest form.

Completed forms must be returned to my office by November 26 to be considered.

with Andrew Wallace Federal Member for Fisher

Glasshouse RSL memorial garden

In October I had the honour of officially opening the Pineapple Diggers memorial garden at the Glasshouse Country RSL. This new memorial garden was supported by a federal government grant and is a fantastic addition to Glass House Mountains.

The garden names all the original Pineapple Diggers at the Beerwah Soldier Settlement and describes the roles serving men and women, as well as animals, from our region have played in conflicts around the world ever since.

Beerwah was the largest post World War I land settlement for returning soldiers and was one of the foundation stones of our community.

This new memorial garden is packed with fascinating information about our region’s history and is a great place to remember the service and sacrifice of members of the ADF from our community.

I would encourage you to stop by and have a look, and congratulations to Glasshouse Country RSL!

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At Glasshouse Views, respite care is available within a happy and supportive environment that offers modern facilities and technology, nutritious meals with plenty of variety, organised activities, appropriate exercise and entertainment and qualified nursing staff on-site 24-hours-a-day.

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Funding for ophthalmology equipment LOCALS waiting for eye treatment will benefit from almost $70,000 worth of equipment that has been delivered to the ophthalmology department at Caloundra Hospital.

Wishlist – the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service’s local health foundation – purchased six vital pieces of investigative and treatment equipment to enhance treatment and slash waiting times at the Caloundra eye clinic.

Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe said the latest equipment would help hundreds of patients, from children with squints and traumatic eye injuries to bed-bound adults and those with retinal conditions.

Caloundra Hospital ophthalmology clinical nurse consultant Belinda Vayro said the team was extremely grateful for Wishlist’s ongoing support to meet the surging demand for ophthalmology services.

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“The cryotherapy machine uses compressed gas, which is stored under high pressure in a cylinder to freeze tissue.

“We have been able to successfully employ a vitreoretinal surgeon this year so we are getting more referrals now that we can provide this vital new service.

“Our vitreoretinal surgeon operates on the back of the eye and treats conditions such as retinal detachments where people can potentially go blind.

“The retina max auto refractor helps measure the length of the eye and the curvature of the cornea. The device can be used on children with squints, commonly known as a turned eye, to obtain vital measurements,” Belinda said.

Each year, the service handles more than 1,000 paediatric appointments and more than 6,000 adult appointments and assessments.

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New technology for students LIONS Club of Maleny-Blackall Range members were pleased to be invited to the Conondale State School to view the new interactive teaching screens purchased by the school with money donated by the club.

The $12,000 donation purchased three screens to equip the school with

Principal Scott Willis, with school leaders Lily and Aidan with Lions Treasurer John te Kloot

the latest in modern teaching aids.

School principal Scott Willis thanked the Lions for their wonderful and kind donation to enable the school to get interactive televisions in every classroom including the library and computer lab.

“It is fantastic to have such a strong working relationship with Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club and we appreciate all of the support they have given our school,” he said.

It was gratifying for the Lions members present to hear school principal Scott Willis say how well both staff and pupils had adapted to using the modern interactive teaching techniques.

On the day, the school’s Lions member Diane Hobson also presented certificates to students who competed in junior public speaking competition Convince Us. To complete the day, Lions ran a sausage sizzle for students and staff.

Luckily everyone was able to enjoy the afternoon with minimum disruptions from storms.

Peachester Garden Club THE club’s final meeting for 2021 will be on Thursday, November 18 at 9.30am at Trish and Gary Bradford’s garden for a barbecue lunch. This event will be Christmas themed, so please bring some goodies as well as your own meat and chairs.

Merry Christmas to all the keen gardeners in our region.

Welcome to veterans VETERANS and their families are invited to a meet and greet at the RSL Beerwah and District Sub Branch on Sunday, November 28 from 10.45am.

The event will be held at the sub branch GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY

LUTHERAN CHURCH Calvary Lutheran Congregation Sunday Services 9.00am Reed Street, Glasshouse Mts. Contact 5439 9341 or 5496 9671

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES

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For more information phone Trish on 5496 9169. Visitors welcome.

If you’d like to become part of our garden club and make friends, learn new things, pass on your knowledge, hear guest speakers, see others’ gardens, go on social outings and connect with other locals, please give me a call on 5496 9169.

office at the Beerwah Sportsground in 32 Sports Ground Drive. To keep up with their activities follow the sub branch’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/RSLBeerwah

ALL ARE WELCOME

Sunday Services St Mary’s - Montville 7:15 am St Luke’s - Kenilworth 9:15 am St George’s - Maleny 9:15 am Office (07) 5499 9130 / 0457 519 899 Parish Priest: Rev Deb Bird E: angmaleny@westnet.com.au www.malenyanglicanparish.com.au

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MEMBERS celebrated Melbourne Cup day in style with a black and white themed get together at the home of one of our members. It was a great day with a beautiful spread of food provided by all the ladies. There was fun, raffles and sweeps and, of course, we got to see the big race.

Our lunch meeting this month will be on November 17 when we will meet at 11am at Glasshouse Country RSL at 1 Reed Street Glass House Mountains.

Any ladies interested in coming along to one of our events or who would like

Probus update

DID you know the name Probus was derived from the words ‘professional’ and ‘business’? It is for active retirees who want to find fun and friendship with others of their age group without the stress of fundraising.

In October, club members enjoyed an outing to the Roma Street Gardens, which at this time of year is full of colour including glorious jacaranda trees.

As we head into November, we have one final meeting for the year from 10am on November 10 at the Glasshouse Country RSL, 1 Reed Street Glass House Mountains, and planning is also under way for our Probus Christmas

Esther, Kerri, Glenda and Irani to join our club should contact Jill on 0417 793 708 or Janet on 0448 845 303.

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lunch to be held at the Hideaway.

If you have recently moved to this area and are interested in joining us or would like to find out more, you can contact Norma on 5439 0446 or look at our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ ProbusGH And, as it’s the time of the year to say thank you to the people who have supported the club during the year, we would like to acknowledge Lea, Brownie and all their team at Glasshouse Country & Maleny News. We say thank you for your continued support and encouragement. Whatever the future holds, we wish you happiness.

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THE church will host a relaxed evening for women in our community to enjoy lovely desserts and friendship to finish up the year on Saturday, November 20 from 7–9pm. The evening will be held in the Glasshouse Baptist Church hall in Roberts Road Beerwah and Helen Hall will be a guest speaker. Tickets are $10.75 (including ticket and booking fee) and can be booked through www.trybooking.com/820256

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As you can see in the photo, the Beerwah Resource Recovery Centre makes it easy for locals to recycle with the many different clearly marked drop-off spots for all types of things you might have lying about at your place. Go to Sunshine Coast Council’s website for a complete list of items the recovery centre will take for recycling at no charge

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vacant block (the Green) in Maple Street Thursday, November 11: Film screening at Maleny Community Centre Friday, November 12: Workshops in the verandah room at Maleny Community Centre Saturday, November 13, 9am-2pm: WAMFest and plastic-free picnic with music, celebration, speakers, activities, ideas and inspiration For more information and ticket links, visit the Waste Action Maleny Facebook page www.facebook.com/ wasteactionmaleny1

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National Recycling Week takes place from November 8 - 14. War on Waste Glasshouse Country will have an information stall and Recycle Right collection station at the Beerwah Tower Green Market on Saturday, November 13.

Come along to ask questions and enter our ‘Guess-the-number-of-bottlelids’ competition.

You can also drop off any bread tags, plastic drink lids, and pens / textas/

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Visit us on Facebook to learn more about recycling in the local area.

If you would like to join our group come along to the next meeting on November 17, from 6–7.30pm at the CWA Hall in Simpson Street, Beerwah. Phone 0427 873 701 or Facebook War on Waste Glasshouse Country for more information.

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AS a nature lover and a gardener, reconciling your feelings between a brush turkey and your garden can be a real challenge.

When Lea recently received this story from Maleny local Ross Hurwood, she suggested that many readers of our gardening page would appreciate Ross’s experience.

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By Ross Hurwood FOR a brief period I shared my backyard with a dominant male brush turkey who decided that my yard was the ideal place to establish his kingdom. No doubt he was attracted by my mulched garden beds and abundance of leaf litter he could use to build a substantial nest.

As well, the prevalence of turkeys in the area gave him the opportunity to attract many desirable mates. His determination and his work ethic to achieve his mission was very impressive and he obviously had a strong desire to procreate.

As a result, I decided to call him Randy.

His obvious keenness to attract a suitable female or two was unrelenting but as I observed him over a period of time, I became concerned about his lack of success. In fact, in the end I am sure it caused his eventual demise.

Living in Maleny and having a large backyard it was inevitable that brush turkeys would be an ongoing problem for me. And what a problem it became with many turkeys, sometimes up to a dozen,

constantly exploring my yard for fresh places to scratch and destroy. That is until Randy got busy.

It all started one morning in early spring when the weather was warming and the plants were beginning to shoot after a rather long winter period. I was quietly sipping a cup of tea and contemplating the day ahead when on looking into the yard I observed some sticks and dust being flung into the air.

On closer inspection there he was: a big bold brush turkey going hell for leather scratching out the mulch from one of my garden beds and heading it towards his intended nest sight. I could see straight away he was determined and he didn’t worry about me being there. It was more a case of get out of my way or be covered in sticks and dirt.

Now, I was prepared to live with the turkeys but this was going too far. I chased off Randy and started cleaning up the scattered mulch and restoring the garden bed but as soon as I went away his work would commence again – if anything at a quicker pace and with even more enthusiasm.

It became very evident that Randy’s determination was far stronger than mine and very soon a trail of material including stones, leaves, dirt and sticks was proceeding 20m across the lawn making for another garden bed with even more mulch.

For several days Randy worked industriously taking all the material across the lawn and down some steps, along a path and then over a small retaining wall to his intended destination.

His strong legs were tireless kicking and scratching the ever-growing pile while his determined, beady eye remained focused and his engorged golden wattle swung from side to side.

No sooner had Randy placed all the claimed material from the distant garden bed than he started amassing more of my beloved mulch from nearby. In no time he had a mound at least a metre high and more than 3m across. I couldn’t help but admire his sense of purpose and his tireless unrelenting work.

When he eventually finished building, he appeared to be very proud of his efforts. He seemed to fuss about adding little bits here and there, evening off untidy areas making sure everything

looked nice and tidy. He then opened up a hole in the middle of the mound ready for the anticipated eggs.

I could almost sense him thinking “come on ladies look at my lovely nest. We can mate in this nice garden and you can lay your eggs right here and I will care for them”.

However, it was soon after that the trouble started.

No ladies came. Not a single soul. At first Randy seemed quite confident. He would strut about the yard proudly and I could almost feel his sense of heightened anticipation. He didn’t go far from the nest and often pecked for insects in the crevices on the glass doors at the house, sometimes making me think there was someone at the door.

At night Randy would roost in a branch above the mound as if standing guard over his magnificent handiwork. But still no ladies came. I was quite pleased because my turkey problem was solved, at least for the short term, except for my resident friend Randy.

Over time though I could see Randy was getting more desperate. Sometimes he appeared to go on forays to seek out some likely ladies only to return later looking even more forlorn. Nothing seemed to work and I could sense his frustration was growing. His eyes appeared to have lost their sparkle and a couple of tail feathers were drooping down and almost dragging on the ground.

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He was nonchalantly strolling along without a care in the world when suddenly there was a streak of red and black shooting across the lawn. Randy was racing across with his head stretched out and his legs pumping. The poor visitor jumped and went racing up the yard with Randy in hot pursuit. As Randy gained on him, he took to the air hopping from tree to tree with Randy right behind.

Over the days Randy’s demeanour appeared to worsen. Apart from looking more ragged he also seemed unhappy and discontent. Whereas before he strolled around the yard with a relaxed jaunty air, now his actions were more furtive and agitated. He appeared somewhat tired and his head tended to droop at times.

And then the worst thing happened.

He started to build another nest. I think it was a sign of desperation and a last-ditch effort on his part to attract a mate. He started work at an area that I had formed up with earth and mulch ready to plant avocado trees.

Despite the easy scratching his progress was slow and I quickly dispersed his pile and scattered branches to discourage further work. Randy seemed resigned to the fact and accepted the end of construction rather easily.

I am not sure why Randy was unsuccessful. I can speculate that his attitude was too intense and therefore scaring off potential mates. Usually there would be females trooping through the yard every day but now none at all. His nest was perfect and his site appeared

ideal but obviously something was not working. Did he not have the necessary brush turkey charm? Was he just too bossy or extremely ugly in a brush turkey way? I will never know because it all came to an abrupt end.

On returning from a brief walk I saw a turkey lying on the road in front of my house. On closer inspection it was Randy.

He was still slightly warm but very dead with many scattered feathers lying about.

I was rather surprised as usually turkeys are very aware of traffic on the road. I have seen them often scurrying well out of the way before a car was even close. I can only assume that Randy in his agitated and probably tired state was too slow to react in time and so suffered the fatal consequences.

After carrying Randy home, I buried him in the back yard in the same place as his attempt to build his second nest. In some way I felt that was appropriate.

I have mixed feelings about his passing. From my initial frustration about Randy’s mission I came to admire his determination and strong work ethic.

Then I felt empathy for him with his lack of success, which then morphed into real concern for his deteriorating appearance.

I thank him for keeping my yard turkey free for a period of time and also for leaving me a pile of decomposing mulch that will make some handy compost.

I feel sad though, that he has gone and that his frustration was so obvious.

Hopefully his soul is resting in some warm place with many admiring females looking on fondly.

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Rats and mice in the garden (part 2)

IN this edition, the use of poison baits to control rats and mice in the garden is discussed, following the article in the October 12 edition about live trapping and lethal snap trapping.

Baiting is a convenient way to control pest rodents, especially in confined spaces like a ceiling or shed.

However, when used in the outdoors, extreme care must be taken as the poisons used can easily impact on native animals, pets and small children.

The most common rodenticides act as an anticoagulant causing excessive bleeding leading to death.

The original chemicals used are called first generation rodenticides. These include chemicals such as warfarin (yes, the very one that people take as a blood thinner) and one called coumatetralyl.

These break down more quickly and work more slowly in the animal’s body, meaning that the rat or mouse must eat the bait a couple of times to work.

The benefit of these first generation rodenticides is that, because they are broken down more thoroughly in the animal, there is much less of them remaining in the body once the animal has died. This means secondary poisoning is much less likely if the dead rodent is eaten by something else.

A newer class is the second generation rodenticides, which only require a single dose to be lethal.

The problem with these types of chemicals (brodifacoum, bromadialone and difenacoum) is that, because the animal eats a lot and dies quickly, the chemical remains in their body at a high enough concentration to be lethal to other animals.

So, owls, kookaburras, butcher birds, raptors (eagles, kits and hawks), quolls, small snakes and dogs and cats are all highly susceptible to secondary poisoning if they eat a baited rat or mouse.

There is real evidence that we’re losing many of our beautiful native owl species from secondary rat bait poisoning, so we all need to be very aware of the dangers.

If you’re using baits in the garden, it’s best practice to steer clear of these second generation poisons.

Problem is, they’re the most widely promoted and available through hardware or produce stores.

You’ll recognise the brand names like Talon, RatSak, Big Cheese and Tom Cat. There are others too but they all say they contain either brodifacoum, bromadialone or difenacoum.

So, what are the ‘good’ ones, the first generation rodenticides?

The two most easily found are called RatSak Double Strength (contains warfarin) and Racumin (contains coumatetralyl).

If you are using one of these products in the garden, make sure it’s in a secure container that is only accessible to rats and mice.

You can buy good quality baiting stations from local hardware or rural suppliers or you can make one by cutting a couple of 4cm holes in the bottom of a large bucket that has a tight fitting lid.

There is a newer ‘greener’ bait called RatSak Naturals, which is based on natural ingredients. It uses a very high concentration of sodium chloride (salt) in the pellet baits.

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These stomach sensors are unique to rats and mice.

When they eat RatSak Naturals it turns off their stomach sensors and they stop drinking, dehydrate and die.

The product label says they are best used when there are no other food sources and in confined spaces (like a shed).

If you missed part 1 of Brownie’s story you can click the QR code to check it out on-line in the October 12 edition on page 36.

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Contributed by Helen Uhlmann SUNDAY, October 24: Donna Manning and Kath Smith won their game against Lynette Evans 15–9. Vince Carbery and Nick Cram lost to Val Carbery and Ken Barker 8-21.

Thursday, October 28: A small but keen group of players turned up for an enjoyable afternoon of play. Ken took on Nick for a hotly contested singles match-up. At the same time, Sarah Widin and Helen Uhlmann teamed up against Helen Andrews and Lynette for a very congenial game. As a couple of players needed to abandon ship and leave early, no scores were recorded.

Sunday, October 31: The Carberys teamed against each other again in a cracking doubles game. Val and Sarah finished victorious against Vince and Nick with a final score of 14-4. At the same time, an on-fire Lynette played her best to prevail over Wallace Roy in a singles game with a final score of 20-5.

Saturday mornings are always busy as we come to practise and gain useful advice and tips with coaching provided and a chance for a relaxed game.

In other news, our club hosted its annual November tournament with players coming from far and wide to play in divisions one through to four in a great competition.

In a final piece of news, the inside of our clubhouse has had a new lick of paint and our trophies and shields

sport have been beautifully rearranged and displayed to great effect. Thanks so much to Wallace and Sarah for their efforts!

Play days are Thursdays and Sundays.

Please arrive by 2pm for games to be arranged by 2.30pm start. Contact Sarah for other days. Coaching is available on Saturday mornings at 8am.

For details contact president Sarah Widin on 0417 640 704. www.rangecroquetatmaleny.org.au

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Contributed by Pauline Fraley THE club’s AGM will be held at 12noon on Saturday, December 4 at the shed.

Sunday 24 October: Hot and steamy conditions were the order of the day as the Witta Wompoos team of Sean Lepper, Tony Keenan, Andrew Blowes, Jim and Paula Cudmore, and Donna Kuskoph faced off against the number two ranked division two vets team Nambas.

Sets were very close all day with all players having to adjust to not only the heat but also the windy conditions at Witta courts. Some grinding tennis was played with the two teams contesting six tie break sets with Witta leading that contest 4-2. However, that fearlessness was not enough to get us over the line with the final score resulting in a tie of six sets each and Nambas winning by 63 games to 59. Special thanks to Sean Lepper for standing in for our injury depleted team for the day.

It was a closely battled contest for the last game of the season. Many thanks to all our players who stepped up for us this year under some very difficult circumstances. We wish the two finals teams all the best in their upcoming contest and look forward to competing again in 2022.

The Wikings travelled to Nambour to play the top team. We had a great day, many laughs, lots of sweating due to the heat and really competitive tennis.

Nambour prevailed and, in the end, it was very close. Thanks to all who played and also thanks for the Wikings for a great year despite injuries and people away on holidays, etc. We still had a really good season and we’re looking forward to 2022.

Friday, October 29: Whistlers played at Witta against the Caloundra Hot Chillies. It was a warm day with just a bit of breeze, which was good. And good tennis as usual. There were some tight games but we fought to get the last points. Score was 42-20 games, 7-1 sets. Team was Paula Cudmore, Brenda Warner, Donna Kuskopf and Aki Lepper.

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Contributed by Brenda Briese Saturday, October 23 was a stroke competition with a field of 26 players.

Winner was Christine McGrory with 73 nett on a count back from Marie Goyder 73 nett. NTP’s: 2 - Marie Goyder, 5 - Sonia Kenway, 16 - Beth Abraham, second shot 18 - Karen Gannon. BRD went to 77 nett.

Thursday, October 28 was a two person Ambrose with 48 players.

Winners were Wendy Bradley and Andrea Campbell 68.25 nett from Sonia Kenway and Marilyn Walsh 69.75. NTP’s: 2 - Helen Lewis and Karen Gannon, 5 and 16 - Sonia Kenway and Marilyn Walsh, second shot 18 - Beth Butler and Ann Hatchman. BRD went to 75.75.

Saturday, October 30 was a stableford with only 17 ladies. Winner with a very nice 41 pts was Cathy Stone from Wendy Bradley on 39 pts. NTP’s 2 - Andrea

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Thursday, November 4 we played a monthly medal in three grades with 60 players. A Grade winner Mavis Brimelow with a great score 68 nett followed by Cindy Godfrey 72 on a countback. B grade winner Jenny Smith 72 nett on a countback from Lesley Eggleston 72 nett, C grade winner Carol Fraser with a very nice 68 nett from Penny Brewster 71 nett.

Gross winners were A grade Andrea Campbell 82, B grade Monica Dangerfield 94, C grade Lyn Steele on 103.

Best putting was Mavis Brimelow with only 21 putts. NTP’s: 2 - Sonia Kenway, 5 - Andrea Campbell, 16 - Val Edwards and second shot 18 - Lea Doyle and BRD went to 75 nett.

Linda Fawkes presenting the Scottie Fawkes Trophy to Dave Robson, Judith Lees and Steve Porter There’s been a lot happening at Maleny Bowls Club over the last two weeks. We had our monthly pairs competition and we graciously let Noel Lane and Bill Edwards from Kilcoy win.

Our Twilight Bowls competition has almost reached the halfway stage.

The final result could be like Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup when the favourite gets beaten on the home stretch.

The dark horses are the Mighty 10s, sitting in second place on the ladder.

Team Pegasus has been a bit slow out of the starting gate. The Wombats had a good win over RPT who stumbled at the finish.

Results from Wednesday, October 27 were Three Flamingos 15 v JAM 11, Amigos 21 v Tutors 11, Doubtfuls 16 v Pegasus 5, Mighty 10s 14 v Kingston Triads 8, Oblimeys 16 v Golfers 8, Wot Notts 13 v Outlaws 5 and Wombats 12 v RPT 10.

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We recently held our annual Scottie Fawkes competition, and it was big.

Kindly sponsored again by Linda and Les Fawkes, we had 16 teams playing ‘8 bowl triples’ for the trophy.

After two games and some close results, in third place was Dave Coffey, Jim Walker and Marilyn Podmore. In second place Jim Elmorr, Jo Williams and the indefatigable Roy Gesch.

And the winners of the Scottie Fawkes Trophy for 2021 were Dave Robson, Judith Lees and Steve Porter.

Congratulations to all who played and ensured the night was fun and enjoyable and played with good spirit and camaraderie. Thank you to all who helped on the night and to those who donated raffle prizes.

And a big thank you to Linda and Les Fawkes who made it all possible.

Scroungers on Friday has been played recently with the rain threatening but as so often happens, the clouds wait until we’ve finished to open up.

Recent winners have been Dennis Kyling and Brett Gillis (twice), Dave Robson, Wendy Bulger, Trish Edwards, Relma Godfrey and Kathy King.

The handicap system is working well as the winners come from those with the highest to those with the lowest handicap.

Cindy Godfrey, Lesley Eggleston, Carol Fraser, Mavis Brimelow, Jenny Smith and Penny Brewster

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Contributed by Jenny Oxenham TUESDAY, October 26: A mixed stroke nett competition was played with first place to Geoffrey Brown 65 nett, runner-up Ian Goodman 66 nett and third Rod Waldron 67 nett on a countback from Jon Fairman also 67 nett. NTPs: 8 - Larry Fraley, 14 - Don Lemon and 17 - Joseph Hackett.

Wednesday, October 27: The Red Belly Challenge nett competition saw first place go to Colin McDonald 71 nett, runner-up Phillip Parkinson 74 nett and third Richard Owen 75 nett.

Saturday, October 30: The men’s A, B and C grades monthly medal competition was played. In A grade first place went to Corey Zammit 67 nett on a countback from Mike Finley also 67 nett, runner-up Garth Bailo 72 nett on a countback from Corey Wallyn also 72

nett and third Tom Hallam 73 nett on a countback from Trevor Murton and Greg Childe-Freeman both 73 nett.

In B grade first place went to Paul Griffin 64 nett, runner-up Paul Viertel 67 nett and third Paul Lutze 69 nett on a countback from Simon Lower and Paul Deal both 69 nett.

In C grade first place went to Neil Gould 71 nett, runner-up Brock Crowther 72 nett on a countback from Noel Wieden also 72 nett and third Laurence Muller 73 nett. NTPs: 8 - Neil Gould.

Hope you are all still enjoying your golfing through the recent rain. If you wish to play, please contact our clubhouse on 5499 9960 or go to our website www.malenygolfclub.com and book in for a game or two.

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TAURUS APRIL 21 – MAY 20

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

GEMINI MAY 21 – JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

GEMINI MAY 21 – JUNE 21

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

LEO JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

LEO JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

PISCES FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

VIRGO AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

PISCES FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

VIRGO AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

ARIES MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

ARIES MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

TAURUS APRIL 21 – MAY 20

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

If you’ve been putting off a tough conversation, you might be forced to do just that. Of course you’d prefer to skirt around the facts but this week you can’t escape reality. It’s a sobering time but also a chance to own up to your own culpability. Don’t try to compensate with your overly caustic wit, as your words might seem dark in tone.

There’s much to be said for routine but more recently the same thing day-in day-out has merged into a blur of blandness. So this week’s hint of romance or a spark of inspiration and creativity arrive just in time. Throw yourself wholeheartedly into these new options – it could truly be a lifeline.

Looks like you’re not as pliable as some would like. Capricorns are too astute to be duped but this won’t stop lesser mortals from trying. You’ve half a mind to call their bluff but the best thing to do is go about your business and ask others to do the same. Look after your own interests for a while.

While all is not lost, something might be. Your mind is drawn in many directions and as you become less focused it can be difficult to keep an eye on everything, especially finances. It’s said many hands make light work but some of them can be attached to demanding individuals. If someone’s complicating a situation go solo.

Seems that you’re sensitive to the slightest hint of criticism this week Pisces.

Please don’t overreact to casual comments.

No one is out to deliberately hurt you. If you are feeling more vulnerable let others know.

At work, too, impatience could lead you astray. Don’t scatter energies, or you could end up exhausted.

Much can be achieved this week Aries but you must avoid burnout. Push your energies if you really need to but not to the point where you’re teetering on the edge.

Similarly, don’t let competitors force you beyond your limits. Remember, you call the shots, not them. Upside: the week could offer extra cash.

Just when you need help along comes a planetary ally or two. Once you realise not everyone’s out to get you, it’s onwards and upwards. There are, however, some conditions. Bury the past and start concentrating on life as you’d like it except, perhaps, financially. For now, throw hardearned cash into a locked vault.

Your moods have wavered for some time now but if resentment pays the Gemini spirit a brief visit this week it’s best given the cold shoulder. You’re probably tapping into old hurts that run well back into younger years. It’s time to let bygones be bygones.

Yesterday is history and tomorrow’s a mystery, so concentrate on the here and now.

This week encourages you to give ambitions a nudge but you first must discard any debilitating doubts. Over time, it can become very easy to fall into a safe and familiar rut. This could be fuelled by fear of failure or simple lethargy. Neither suit your usual fiery nature. While the cosmic coast is clear, make changes.

At last you’re ready to start acting on that list of great ideas. Soon you’ll experience extra clarity to benefit a longstanding labour of love you’ve been working on. Bringing your dreams to life will keep you too busy for romance but be on the look-out for an unexpected financial possibility – very welcome in these unsettled times.

You may be tempted to shift the blame onto others and why not when everyone else is doing it? It’s a week where there’s little room to manoeuvre. No one in particular is at fault. It’s more a case of each for themselves. And you have every right to follow suit. The upside: business and pleasure entwine. Delightfully so.

Not all negotiations proceed smoothly this week, particularly if you’re pushed into overload. If challenged, try not to exaggerate the situation or facts as the naked truth has a way of stripping down lies.

You’re not being targeted Virgo. Troubles can happen to anyone and invariably do. Step cautiously.

Finances and work share the same upward trend this week. Yet sometimes it can be easy to waste opportunities simply because over-optimism can lead to taking things for granted. Plant the seeds of success now so they can grow taller and stronger in the months to come. Plenty of support comes from friends and family.

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You’re upset Capricorn and want to speak your mind. But if you have nothing nice to say, for now, it’s wiser to say nothing.

Don’t make allegations that are hard to take back. Should you choose to push personal boundaries be sure you can cope with the consequences. Or if feeling truly tired, take some time out to rest.

Aquarians are famous for their fiercely stubborn streak. As compromise isn’t your top priority this week expect some heated discussions. You’ve had a taste of freedom and want more. Though the planets counsel a degree of care, you want to throw caution to the wind. Just as well your cash supply looks plentiful – even if borrowed.

If you’ve suffered minor setbacks don’t fret. Pursue what’s working and leave the rest behind. This week encourages a change of image – not because you’re looking jaded but because you’re ready to tackle this crazy world on new terms – your own. If you can squeeze in enough time for a spend-up, all the better.

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Putting your grand plans into motion could prove tricky this week.

Pushing your agenda before it’s primed isn’t conducive to success. Instead, tap into your creativity and let it lead you in the right direction with art, a journal, make a collage. It could generate that major a-ha moment that provides the right answers.

This week don’t ruffle any feathers by speaking up at the wrong time or for the wrong reasons. It’s no use shouting louder than others if what you say isn’t heard. And be sure to have all the facts before you speak. Listen carefully Taurus and be certain that you have the whole truth before voicing a verbal attack.

Here’s a delightful week when social life and friendships are likely to thrive.

You actively seek like-minded souls and they’re magnetically drawn to you. In matters of the heart carnally charged couples embrace deeper passions. Singles too are encouraged to give boldest fantasies free reign. Lust at first sight perhaps?

Change is coming so sharpen your intellect and prepare. By week’s end your ability to think differently allows you to develop innovative new concepts. More to the point, you’re no longer prepared to be taken for granted and won’t hesitate to let others know. For singles, a new love affair promises to be more than a casual fling.

A phase of your life is coming to a close so prepare for disruption.

Relationships built on sand can expect some erosion. Discontent could even lead you to clandestine meetings. Singles too may prefer a secret dalliance. Finances feature strongly, as does chasing your professional dreams.

An interesting week ahead.

Times have been hard for a while now, with money issues demanding more attention. Good news: this week anxiety starts to ease to the point where you can relax. Quality time isn’t so easy to come by during difficult times, so accept this short spell of fun and friendship as a gift from the heavens. Whatever happens, simply enjoy.

Everyone has moments of doubt.

The thoughts of would have, could have or should have can sometimes overpower your motivation and energy. You can’t change the past Libra but you can let go of old negativity. Remember the lessons learned but leave the dramatics behind. Be present.

Stay present.

Deciding whether to give someone another shot is difficult this week. Emotions fluctuate as you initially succeed in going with the flow only to perhaps change your mind again … and again. You might also get mixed signals and wonder whether you’re making a mistake. For now, it could be hard to tell.

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The woman managed to find a coat hanger. However, looking at it she thought to herself: “I have no idea how to do this”. So, she bowed her head and asked God to send her some help.

Within five minutes an old motorcycle pulled up, ridden by a bearded bloke who was wearing a skull bandana.

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