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Hi Everyone

N

ovember 1 marked the 10 year anniversary since Greg and I took on the ownership of Glasshouse Country News, even just a decade ago we were one of many local independently owned newspapers on the Sunshine Coast.

However over the years, most of the other newspapers have been bought out, and are no longer run within the local community.

Throughout that time we have remained committed to employing staff that live in our local area, and we have a very talented bunch of locals who are part of ‘Team GCNews’.

When your staff are also community members, involved in local community groups, sports, and schools, they know the local community and they know how important it is to get it right!

What's Happening On the back page this week we have included profiles about three of our team, Carol, Sarah and I who are generally the team members that have the most contact with both businesses and the community.

However we are just a small part of the crew that bring the paper out each week.

All of our staff are proud to play a part in the role the paper plays in our community and love getting positive feedback.

I have to say it made me really pleased to hear lots of great comments from the fellas who delivered the papers into Maleny last month.

They couldn’t believe how happy people were to receive the paper – thanks for letting us know that we are getting things right!

Regards,

This Week in GCNews

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Local news............................. 3-9 Business news......................... 10 Community news........ 12-22 & 28 School news....................... 24-26 Men in business...................... 25 You said it............................... 29 Health beauty & wellbeing........ 30 Hinterland creative hub............ 31 Happenings........................ 32-34 Monthly money........................ 35

Gems of the Hinterland........ 36-37 Elected reps............................ 38 Churches and noticeboard........ 39 Home & living......................... 40 Gardening............................... 41 Real estate......................... 42-47 Trades............................... 48-53 Sports news....................... 53-55 Classifieds.......................... 56-57 Fun page................................. 58

Members of the TS Centaur formed the Catafalque Party around the Maleny RSL Cenotaph Story and more photos on page 59

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November

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Hands Off Halls Creek community meeting to be hosted by the Landsborough Area Community Association, and will be held in the Old Landsborough Hall, from 7.00pm. To find out more check out their website www. handsoffhallscreek.org

23 Sunday

Queensland Vintage Vehicle Association (QVVA) members along with other antique car clubs will have their vehicles on display at the Woodford Golf Club on Sunday from 12.00noon - 4.00pm on the 7th fairway. There will be wine tasting and live entertainment on the day.

To find out more check out the club’s Facebook page Woodford Golf Club Inc. The club is located at 2 - 82 Golf Course Road, Woodford.

25 Tuesday

Are you or a loved one feeling stressed, overweight, tired or generally unwell? Join naturopath, nutritionist and personal trainer Vicky Spencer for a free information night at the Beerwah Community Hall at 7.00pm. Sponsored by the Healthy Guru, the evening will highlight the benefits of using Oriental herbs to heal and promote vital energies to generate day to day wellness. To register go to www.thehealthyguru.com.au or phone 5439 0097.

23 Sunday

The Wellsteed’s are hosting an Open Garden on their farm at 179 Crohamhurst Road, Crohamhurst overlooking the Glass House Mountains, from $8.00 to 3.00pm. Cost is $15.00 and includes either breakfast or lunch, depending on when you arrive. Bookings are requested for catering purposes, phone 5484 9598 or 0439 949 298. The funds raised on the day will go to the Downs and West Community Support, who assist our neighbours in rural and remote Queensland.

25 Tuesday

Fatherhood Success Seminar, Seven Secrets for Success will be held at the Glasshouse Country RSL from 7.00pm – 9.00pm. This two hour seminar is for fathers, keen to embark on the journey of fathering excellence, preceded by a one hour barbecue from 6.00pm – 7.00pm for men to hang out and enjoy each other’s company in readiness for the seminar.

It is $25.00 to attend, and includes barbecue and seminar, bookings and RSVP by Sunday, November 23 www. trybooking.com/GJXM. Enquiries to Brendan Edwards, 0417 757 397 or email: pastor.brendan@hotmail.com

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Ever wanted to learn the ukulele?

A new group is forming for people keen to learn the ukulele and those who enjoy a good sing-along with the ukulele. They will meet on the last Wednesday of the month from 1.00pm at the Maleny Historical Society. Come along and visit for free, and if you decide you would like to become a regular member then you will need to pay $5.00 for Historic Society membership.

For more information phone Harvey on 5494 4220.

Horse Race Night will be held by the Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club at Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club. Cost is $20.00 per person. Doors open at 6.30pm with the first of eight races on the big screen at 7.30pm. There will be prizes for ‘Fashions on the Field’ or Fancy Dress and an awesome auction.

There are limited tickets and they must be pre-purchased. For further information or to purchase tickets please contact Michael Schofield on 0408 700 472 or Jeremy Schultz on 0431 430 281.

29 Saturday

Head along to the Witta Rec Club for a great ‘BnS’ inspired night out with excellent music, entertainment, drinks and plenty of fun. The night is for 18+ and will kick off from 5.30pm, dress standards are bow tie and denim and the entertainment will be provided by ‘Barnsey’.

Tickets are $20.00 a head, and can be purchased on the night at the front gate, there will be food and drinks sold on the night at great prices. Camping is allowed so make sure you bring a swag, tent or camper trailer.

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Delving into our Diggers’ past

As part of the RSL Community Link ‘Research, Represent and Remember’ Project, the lives of the 22 fallen WW1 soldiers on the Witta and District Roll of Honour and the Maleny Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital Roll of Honour will become an integral part of the Year 9 history curriculum.

With next year marking 100 years since Proudly supported by the Maleny RSL Subthe ANZAC landing at Gallipoli, 155 branch, representatives from Maleny High School Maleny High students are embarking on were presented with research kits after the recent a journey of discovery which will bring Remembrance Day ceremony at the Maleny them closer to the lives and personalities cenotaph. of locals who served and died in the First As part of the project, the students personally Rooftop Campers World War. represent their soldiers at community and & Camper Trailers in-school remembrance services by wearing a Vehicle Interiors Veteran’s Memorial Plaque Furniture Upholstery which shows the soldier’s Boat & 4WD Canopies Name, Service Number, Roll out Caravan Awnings Unit, Fate, of Death & Date Annexes and a full-colour ribbon bar to show the soldier’s medal entitlement.

As well as projects for schools, the broader RSL Community Link community engagement program enables people of all ages to represent ancestors who served and have died, regardless of when or where Acting Principal of Maleny High, Brian Wilkinson with Steve Eaton RSL they served or when or where they died.

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A rollicking read

By Sonia Clark

Maleny author Jack Wilcox has just released his third book ‘Coalman’ which promises to be a highly entertaining and readable memoir covering his life and extensive career as an advisor to senior government ministers.

Having cut his teeth on two successful regional histories, his third book captures the inner workings of behind the scenes political life with humour and insights into the tangled lives of politicians and bureaucrats in the Whitlam, Fraser and Hawke years.

‘Coalman’ reflects Jack’s long career in what was then a vibrant and emerging industry.

When Whitlam won the election, several government positions became available; Jack (on the toss of a coin) won the coal job portfolio.

This fortuitous event determined the rest of his career that spanned nearly 30 years.

He subsequently became the department’s adviser (and confidante) to ministers in the Whitlam, Fraser (Doug Anthony) and Hawke (Lionel Bowen) years, developing close ties, travelling overseas and becoming a sounding board to these high profile ministers. In 1984 he was appointed chairman of the Joint Coal Board (JCB) set up by Prime Minister Chifley and Premier McKell.

Given wide powers, Jack was more or less chief ‘policeman’ for all facets of the industry for nearly eight years. Upon his retirement he became chairman of a number of coal companies and was awarded the Order of Australia and an honorary Doctorate of Science for his services to the coal industry.

Author Jack Wilcox holding his latest book Ahead of a national launch in Sydney the book was also launched locally in Maleny by author Jill Morris on Sunday, November 16 at the community space at the Maleny Catholic Church.

The Plug Sure to be a rollicking read, the book will also be available at Rosetta Books and the Maleny Newsagents following the local launch.

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HBC fight night shines bright A crowd of around 400 people packed into the Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club on Saturday, November 8 to witness the Hinterland Boxing Club’s (HBC) inaugural ‘Fight Night’ boxing event.

And according to HBC founder and tournament organiser, Stephen Pitt, the atmosphere was electric, and the skill, courage and determination shown by all the fighters on the 29 fight card was a sight to behold.

“We had an awesome turn out for our first fight night,” he said.

“I'm sure our home-town supporters now have a better appreciation of what our athletes go through and the level of commitment and hard work required to just step into the ring, let alone compete.

“The camaraderie shown between all boxers was heartfelt and HBC will continue to give our community achievements to be proud of,” said Stephen.

All six athletes from HBC boxed on the night, with two exhibition, and four competition bouts.

A stand out on the night was the final bout between HBC’s Taylen Pitt and Shane Goodman form Beaudesert.

“Taylen stepped up to fight in the main senior bout against an older and more fancied boxer.

“Despite the Beaudesert boy being three years older and undefeated, Taylen showed great class, composure and skill to take the title on a points decision,” said Stephen.

Stephen was also quick to add that, not only does it take a lot to plan, organise and execute events such as these, it also takes committed sponsors and supporters.

“I’d like to thank the other clubs, coaches, athletes and parents, who all year, week in week out, attend tournaments and Callum Reece, Paul Reece, Chaska Coolwell, Leroy McNamara, Steve Pitt, unselfishly turned up Dana Coolwell, Taylen Pitt, Mitchell Chalmers, and Chloe Pitt to support our show which was held at a busy time of the year,” he “And my beautiful wife Dee who has always got my back and unselfishly worked in the lead up to, said. and during the event, I love you.

“Thanks also to the Boxing Queensland officials “Lastly, thanks to the Glasshouse Mountains Sports who volunteered their time to officiate and Club for being such great hosts on the night.” everyone from HBC who volunteered their time on the night, as well as parents, siblings, and my Ken Fullerton, President of the Sports Club, also mum and dad. thought the night was one to remember.

“Without the support of the Beerwah Hotel – our “What a great event and a great crowd,” he said. major sponsor and a staunch supporter since we “It was fantastic to see such talent and old opened – we simply would not have got the event fashioned entertainment. It’s really what having a off the ground. venue like a community sports club is all about.”

“A big thanks also to my coach and mentor Paul Stephen confirmed that he is planning to hold the Reece who has given guidance and support to event at least annually, and for next year, he’s me, the kids, and the club. looking to take it to the next level.

“Not to mention my athletes ... thank you for “I’d like to organise an outdoor arena with boxing your dedication and commitment to your boxing. under the stars,” he said.

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Seven rural fire brigades, along with additional assistance from aerial support and local residents, battled the blaze. It took three days to contain and resulted in approximately 50 hectares of fire damage.

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In gratitude for the tireless work and bravery from the volunteer fire crews, local residents from the four roads nearest to the affected area banded together and raised over $1,420.00 in appreciation for the fantastic effort shown by the rural fire brigade.

The Valley’s longest residing resident Brenda Ratcliffe presented the donation on behalf of the residents to The Landsborough Rural Fire Brigade to be distributed between all the crews.

Starting around lunchtime on Sunday, October 26, a small garden rubbish fire triggered the outbreak. Given the extreme conditions of a very hot day, low humidity and strong gusts of winds, within a relatively short period of time it escalated out of control, and within hours, fire crews were struggling to put it out.

Two helicopters were brought in to provide assistance to the area which was spread over extremely difficult terrain on the ridge behind Diamond Valley Road. Water bombing was deployed and an around the clock command centre was set up.

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“If you see a puff of smoke let someone know – don’t assume someone else will have alerted the fire brigade,” he says.

“Call 000 or the local fire brigade if you suspect a fire has broken out - it can very simply happen with very serious consequences,” he adds.

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The issue of whether to include or exclude Halls Creek from future urban growth and development continues to be debated and discussed.

The large parcel of land adjacent to the Pumicestone Passage roughly between Bells Creek and Roys Road, is owned by Stockland.

The State Government wants the area included in the South East Queensland Regional Plan for a new mini-city, however Sunshine Coast Council and an alliance of major community groups oppose the move.

Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle has recently continued his community consultation process after meeting with a number of community groups, including some local to the Glasshouse Country region.

“I am pleased to continue consulting with the community and listening to direct feedback from these important community groups,” Mr McArdle said.

This comes on top of a series of 12 information booth sessions at the Caloundra and Beerwah libraries in August and September.

“These offered take-home information booklets and survey forms which were collected by hundreds of local residents.

“We received a wide range of feedback at the information booths,” he said.

“Early results indicate all respondents are very aware of both Halls Creek and Beerwah East, which is a stark contrast to survey results released

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Mark McArdle (centre) with members of community groups concerned about the Halls Creek development by the University of the Sunshine Coast in July.

“This shows that our community consultation process, in conjunction with others, about informing the community about both sites is working effectively.”

Mr McArdle said he would publicly release the results, once all data has been tabulated, for residents and all groups to view.

To add to the community knowledge surrounding Halls Creek, the Landsborough Area Community Association invites all interested people to an information evening at Landsborough.

The session is to be held at the Landsborough School of the Arts Hall in Old Landsborough Road this Friday (November 21) starting at 7.00pm.

Speakers will detail issues and information about Halls Creek and the council favoured Beerwah East option.

Mr McArdle was invited to attend, but unfortunately other commitments mean he is unable to be there.

Jason Hunt, the Labor candidate for the seat of Caloundra has confirmed his attendance.

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GMAN … 25 years and still going strong In 1989 some pretty major events happened. The Berlin Wall came down … the Tiananmen Square democracy protests took place in China … the ‘Velvet Revolution’ began which eventually freed Czechoslovakia from communist rule …

Toyota launched the Lexus … the Exxon Valdez spilled 240,000 barrels of oil in Alaskan waters … Nintendo released the Gameboy … the Iranian Ayatollah Khomeini issues a fatwa on British writer Salman Rushdie for his book ‘Satanic Verses’ … and the Simpsons were first aired on TV. Then there was the momentous event that happened 25 years ago – the formation of a local community action group, which went on to become the Glasshouse Mountains Advancement Network (GMAN).

A group of over 50 locals, guests, Mayor Jamieson and Cr Baberowski celebrated the milestone last Mayor Mark Jamieson spoke to the GMAN members about the importance of their 'Say No to Halls Creek' Campaign

Saturday at the Beerwah Hideaway, with memories, reminiscences and tall stories being shared.

Starting our as CAQE (Citizens Against Quarry Expansion), a core of eight locals banded together to fight the plans for an existing quarry to be expanded, a battle they eventually lost in the Planning and Environment Court in 1996.

In 1992, CAQE incorporates and expands their interests to become the Glasshouse Mountains Advancement Network.

Over the years, the group has fought against issues locally such as proposals for a toxic waste dump, a women’s prison, radioactive waste facility and helicopter flights over the Glass House Mountains, as well as the current Halls Creek urban development proposal.

Along the way, GMAN have also achieved many advances for the area – including the construction of the Trachyte Track around Mt Tibrogargan, the restoration of dozens of local bushland sites through tree planting, weed control, habitat repair and track building.

GMAN have run educational days for locals and schools; promoted the preservation of endangered local plants and animals (such as the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly); grown, sold and given away tens of thousands of local native plants from their nursery; planted koala food tree forests for koala rescuers to feed injured koalas; created and installed large tourism and educational signs and brochures for visitors to better enjoy our local

Cr Rick Baberowski with GMAN President Gwen Malcolm and her adoring husband Bob Malcolm area; and supported the renowned Glasshouse Trail Runs by staffing checkpoints and feeding the runners who take on the gruelling ultra-long distance events.

Throughout the speeches – from Don Barlow – the first President to Gwen Malcolm – the current President, a core theme of working towards ensuring the Glass House Mountains region is an enjoyable and environmentally-sound place in which to play and work came through loud and clear.

As the cake was cut and the cheers rung out, the achievements of the past 25 years of GMAN are no more abundantly apparent than in the rich and vibrant scenic natural environment we are all blessed to live within.

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New Beerwah retail precinct officially opens The new $15 million Beerwah Village officially opened last Monday with local artwork installations and life-size images showcasing the site’s historic beginnings.

The new centre is located on the former site of Charles Wimberley’s family-based general store which opened in 1946.

Peachester resident Wally Breton has fond memories of being a little kid in those days.

“Wimberleys was the central meeting place for the whole area.

The Wimberley family were highly respected in the district,” he said.

“People would ring up and get their Cr Rick Baberowski with Rick Abraham, Director of Village Fair Investments and supplies sent out once a month.

If Charles didn’t have it, he would Pastor Rod Jobe order it in for people. That was just the way he was. “He sold everything from hardware, groceries, and drapery, even explosives,” said Wally.

Of greater significance to Wally is the life-size image of a 1935 tree felling woodchop championship at the Brisbane Exhibition in which Wally’s father, Bob, won. The image features Bob, George Parker, Alf Engle and Bill Fry. Highlights of the day were guests, Terri, Bindi and Robert Irwin from Australia Zoo and a selection of animals and specialist handlers.

The official opening ceremony was conducted by councillor Rick Baberowski and a blessing performed by Pastor Rod Jobe (pictured).

New retailers include Target Country, a full-line IGA, The Coffee Club, Millers and a range of other speciality stores over the 6,000sq m development.

Beerwah Village, forms part of the existing Beerwah Marketplace which opened in 2002.

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Doing Business Gorgeous quality fashion at Gingers Boutique

Following on from the long running success of Gingers Boutique at Buderim, the team behind the business were very excited to open a Maleny boutique earlier this year.

Offering a range of fashion forward clothing, accessories, handbags and jewellery, Gingers Boutique caters for the fashion conscious woman who appreciates both up to the minute and timeless quality pieces.

A locally owned and operated business, the boutique features quality yet affordable Australian and innovative European labels such as Australian favourites Meredith, Banana Blue and Boo Radley and European designer labels such as Desiqual and Liu-Jo with prices starting from $59.95.

One of the unique aspects of the store is that it endeavours to offer customers clothing that is highly wearable using mainly cotton, silk or linen – beautiful breathable natural fibres that so suit our Queensland climate.

Sizing woman from 8-18, all the friendly staff are highly trained to accurately assess your fashion needs and are receptive to ensuring that customers find the perfect outfit or accessory for any occasion, casual or formal.

The boutique also features an extensive range of gorgeous accessories that start at under $20.00. One highly desirable line that has had a lot of press coverage lately has been the popular NOOSAAmsterdam ‘Nina Bag’.

If you are an ‘Offspring fan’ will be familiar with the beauty and versatility of these bags. Also adding to the ambience and available for sale, is an eclectic selection of exotic Chinese furniture on consignment from Ballingers at Buderim. Open seven days.

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Pole dancing and Gelato the perfect duo

When Ken and Joey Bannister talked to me about their concept for ‘Kwerky Café’ in Simpson Street at Beerwah they mentioned a pole dancing pole.

I am not sure why but I thought that it might have been just an idea that they had put on their list of possibilities, but no - one month since opening their doors to the public the pole is being installed.

They are hoping that by Thursday the installation and securing will be complete and ready for those that know what they are doing to come in and show off their ‘Pole Dancing’ skills.

I am not sure how many locals have undertaken classes and know their way around a pole dancing pole, or might even be a professional, but Joey said she would love you to come in store and give it a go.

Sadly if you really don’t know what you are doing – they will have to say ‘keep of the pole’ as they definitely don’t want to be encouraging anyone to injure themselves.

The pole dancing pole is just one of the quirky elements of the café, with their checkerboard ceiling, crazy chandeliers and ‘very bright décor’ it definitely put a dynamic mark in Simpson Street.

Kwerky Café is open 8.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.00am – 2.00pm on Saturday.

Local McHappy Day success

Glass House Mountains locals have collectively raised $2,160.00 as part of this year’s McHappy Day. The funds raised will enable Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) to continue providing much-needed programs and services for seriously ill children and their families.

In addition to raising funds, volunteers from the community played a big role on the day with Scouts, police and local business owners giving up their time to help collect donations. Celebrities and VIPs across the country were also out in force meeting and greeting customers on the day and collecting donations at over 920 McDonald’s restaurants nationally.

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Community News Poppies bound for Federation Square

Deneill Zaplin Teacher at Deception Bay North State School QUT Education graduate 2013

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Beerwah Library recognised the work of volunteers, community groups and individuals with the making of over 600 Poppies for the Anzac 100 years Commemoration Display in the Library.

The display was launched with a morning tea and Remembrance Day ceremony last week, with Leo Petrie Beerwah RSL representative, leading the formal ceremony.

Library staff Karen Ferguson and Amanda Neideck shared the amazing story of the 5000 poppies project.

The poppies from this display will join over 100,000 others at Federation Square for Anzac Day next year, which will culminate the national 5000 Poppies project, which originally aimed to have 5000 poppies in Federation Square.

“We had a fantastic turn out (45 people) for the launch of our 5000 poppies project today, which we combined with a mini Remembrance Day service, and morning tea,” said Amanda.

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Personalising Australia’s love for wildlife

Local wildlife warriors can now display their love for wildlife 24/7 as they drive around town, with the launch of the new Wildlife Warriors personalised plates from Personalised Plates Queensland.

Retailing at $495.00, a portion of each sale is contributed to the Wildlife Warriors charity which directly supports the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital in its mission to save Aussie wildlife.

Plates are sold in a classic navy blue and hunter green design, with the sash message I am a Wildlife Warrior.

Animal lovers have the opportunity to choose their own combination in a three-letter / two-number or two-letter / three-number format. From a Hummer to a Holden, the plates are suitable for any type of vehicle and come with a seven-year warranty.

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The Great Glass House Mountains If you saw Channel 7’s Great South East vehicles driving around Glass House Mountains last week, they were doing some local filming for a show that will air early next year.

The crew started at the Glass House Mountains Visitor Information Centre and then moved out to the very stylish Glass on Glasshouse accommodation and the newly rejuvenated Lookout Café.

Volunteer Ambassador Yvonne Fullerton (who was also part of the filming), Presenter Sophie Formica and Ambassador Coordinator, Bev Dooley

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In Flanders Fields Poppies have become a symbol of remembrance because they grew wild on the battlefields of France and Belgium. Almost 100 years after the guns of World War 1 pounded the ground to a swamp, they still grow wild.

This montage depicts an old WW1 photo (AWM Collection), the ‘Diggers’ Statue at Fromelles, the Australian Memorial at VillersBretonneux, the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ and wild poppies.

This very moving image is part of Beerwah Family History display at Beerwah Library.

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Peter Nitschke from Wind and Surf (formally Caloundra Wind and Surf) is celebrating an amazing 40 years in the industry. Opening his first surf shop in 1972, Peter’s passion for all board sports is still vitally apparent today. An avid professional windsurfer, Peter first became aware of the versatility offered by having a sail and board combined whilst travelling overseas in the early 1970’s and from then he was hooked.

Confident the sport would kick off in Australia, Peter along with his brother and business partner, decided to bring the sport to Australia in 1974 and he hasn’t looked back ever since. The last 40 years has seen windsurfing escalate to become one of the most popular water sports in Australia. Peter is a competitive champion who has been repairing boards since 1973 and an accredited Master Sailboard Instructor since 1980. He brings a depth of knowledge to all areas of his business that’s hard to beat.

Whilst still enjoying teaching the sport both on the Sunshine Coast and around the country, these days Peter also custom designs and builds all types of boards with the latest technology from his home workshop in Landsborough. He specialises in sailboards, surfboards, kite boards and paddle boards. All accessories are available and he also offers some imported boards for sale.

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Mad Hatters Melbourne Cup A great day was had by all at our Mad Hatters Melbourne Cup Luncheon.

Each year Club Glass House goes against the trend of the usual Melbourne Cup luncheon and chooses not to have the traditional fashion parade.

This year was no different when head of promotions, Sonya, decided to have a hat making competition.

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Sonya, whose mother was a milliner, was the perfect person to organise 90 bags of goodies for each of our diners to make their own hats.

What a colourful display of hats we had by the end of the morning, with so many talented women, and would you believe the men got into the spirit too.

Lots of laughter and good fun was had by all as they displayed their masterpieces. So many wonderful hats made it hard for our judge to decide on just one.

Some hats looked like they had come straight from the shop, while others got the intended reaction with a good laugh.

After the hat making, diners where treated to a superb buffet prepared by our chief cook Aroha.

Club Glass House prides itself on shopping locally and with all the new shops opening in the area, Sonya was able to purchase almost everything she needed from our local shops.

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Visitor Information Centre Update By Bev Dooley The Glass House Mountains Visitor Information Centre (VIC) volunteers have regular networking functions, including a sausage sizzle in the park a few weeks ago, (with the boss cooking of course). We try and have a get together every few months for everyone to get to know others that volunteer in the centre. Another recent activity enjoyed by the volunteers was a glorious day out on the water with Caloundra cruises. One of the benefits of volunteering is the opportunities that arise to visit and experience local tourism products/ businesses.

This month, the local Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking night at the centre. We hope this will be the first of many as the centre really is an ideal venue, a good size, centrally located with plenty of seating, and a lovely verandah to enjoy. Having hosted quite a number of groups for various things over the years it will be a pleasure to welcome the Chamber.

With the school holidays nearly upon us, we are gearing up for our busy time.

The centre’s visitor numbers double during this period, requiring a considerable number of maps of the area, and brochures requested. In addition to the hard copy maps and brochures, we also have free wifi in all the information centres on the coast, and even a few wifi lounges in some of the centres, which are popular with travellers and locals.

Glass House Mountains VIC volunteers waiting for the nostalgic steam train to arrive from Brisbane. Visitors were escorted back to the VIC and enjoyed a talk on the Glass House Mountains and history of the area

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Committed to continuing to successfully turn their customers’ dreams into reality, they offer tailored travel solutions that utilise their extensive industry expertise along with providing the confidence that comes with offering itineraries and packages that have been comprehensively researched and investigated.

Having access to over 101 cruise lines, Maleny Cruise & Travel have added the Worldwide Cruise Centre to their portfolio.

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Blokes at Burson Beerwah become Mo Bros

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Now in its 11th year ‘Movember’ has seen plenty of attempts at growing a moustache in aid of raising funds for Men’s Health.

And if you drop into Burson Auto Parts in Team Burson Beerwah Bill, Nick, Dylan and Graham Beerwah you will see four of their team giving the growing a moustache a red hot crack.

Graham Croft, Bill Kendell, Nick Black and Dylan McCartney have all taken up the challenge.

Graham was involved last year with a group of fellas outside of work, so this year he decided to enlist some of his workmates and together they are hoping to raise over $1,000.00.

GCNews dropped in to see how the ‘mo bros’ were going mid-month and at this stage Bill has the thickest result, and when asked about his success he put it all down to the consumption of beer. Apparently it must contain a secret ingredient that assists with hair growth?

Dylan has put in some additional efforts with shaping his mo – which from my vast experience and consulting the movember website I think is called the trucker – so it is definitely a ‘tough mo style’.

Nick’s mo is clearly taking its time, but all the signs for success are in place.

The fellas are keen to encourage locals who would like to assist with the fundraising efforts to call in and see them in Free Street in Beerwah (across from Beerwah Hotel drive through) they have donation boxes on the counter.

Or go onto the website and donate to their team Burson Beerwah at www.au.movember.com

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Great gift ideas at Hinterland Sports With only five weeks to go until Christmas, Hinterland Sports can offer a wide range of great gift ideas. Enjoy the convenience of shopping locally and be confident in finding a practical ‘just the right thing’ gift that will appeal to those of all ages. Gift vouchers are available and the friendly staff are always on hand to offer suggestions and advice so that you can find that perfect Christmas present.

Committed to providing the local and surrounding communities with a friendly, convenient and personalised shopping experience, Hinterland Sports aims to provide excellent personalised service that accommodates customers’ needs. For example, if a product is not available in stock when ordered, the team are happy to offer a home delivery service when it arrives.

Extended shopping hours are available with the store open until 6.00pm on Thursday nights as well as from 8.00am until 4.00pm on Saturdays.

Hinterland Sports stock an extensive range of sporting goods, apparel, shoes, supplements and ‘streetwear’ clothing along with other sport and leisure products that are available at extremely competitive and affordable prices.

They are proud to stock a number of ‘big brand names’ as well as more boutique brands. For one month Hinterland Sports are offering 30% off the current seasons shoe range (including our streetwear range).

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Zoggs brand.

Hydration packs are now in - including the popular Camelbak range.

A point of difference for the store is its urban ‘street wear’ collection which includes an exclusive Queensland deal to stock a select Australian brand. Customers can be confident of the great range available, with one of the store’s mottos being ‘if we don’t have it, we will get it’.

As the year comes to an end and plans are already starting for next year, parents can feel at ease when it comes to ‘back to school’ shoes as they also stock a wide range of orthotic shoes for all your kids needs.

Come in and meet the team at Hinterland Sports, where you will be greeted with a smile and first class service by their friendly local staff.

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Rotary has a winner

The Rotary Club of Glasshouse Mountains recently conducted their annual Melbourne Cup Box Trifecta Ticket fundraising event.

We are pleased to announce our lucky winner is Cara Markham from Landsborough Physio.

Cara (pictured) was presented with her prize on Friday by President Ian Hope and Cup Ticket Coordinator George MacKenzie.

Many thanks to everyone who supported us by buying tickets and also to our members who sold tickets. A big thank you to Peter Farrell who sold the most.

All money raised goes back into our local community.

If you are an active retiree who is looking to meet people and help the community, why not consider coming along to one of our Rotary dinners. For more information please call 0478 813 630.

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Local NBN Towers Action Group Meeting and Concert The Maleny-Witta-ReesvilleConondale Residents Tower Action Group is planning a series of public information events for the last week of November to increase community awareness of the NBN Co plan to put up to seven microwave towers across our district's landscape.

On Wednesday, November 26, residents' groups will hold a set of two public meetings at 1.00pm and at 7.00pm in the Maleny Community Centre Verandah Room (downstairs) to show a power point presentation on proposed locations of towers around the district and a DVD on the effects of Wireless tower transmissions on health.

There will also be talks and displays of background material on the campaign to push for Optical Fibre Cable in our area.

Both meetings will last two hours and residents can get a full understanding of what NBN plans for the district and what are the better alternatives proposed by our local community groups.

On Saturday, November 29, there will be a Free Concert Event in the park by the Maleny Library with local musicians and performers as well as three to four speakers on the proposed NBN tower roll-out and what the community puts forward as alternatives. All performers will be giving their time for free and raising awareness of the need for alternatives to Microwave Towers

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The Free Concert will last from 1.30pm to 3.30pm on the grass by the Library. Come down and hear some of your favourite local musicians.

Relax in the afternoon and catch up on the residents' campaign to replace NBN towers with cable in the ground for the entire district. Bring along your family for a friendly afternoon.

The Tower Action Groups also run an information booth every second Wednesday (started November 5) in the Maleny Community Centre Kiosk from 10.00am - 3.30pm.

For more information please contact - Richard Giles on 5435 0158 or email ricgiles@powerup. com.au or Jim Starker on 5494 3229. email: zrowaste@sctelco.net.au

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Maleny Optical – focused and passionate about eye health Stephen and Deborah Hammond opened Maleny Optical in 2007 and since then, the business has gone from strength to strength, resulting in them recently relocating to their purpose-built consulting rooms in the Riverside Centre.

As well as having state of the art technology for their optometric services, their new premises’ has a bright modern feel and a stylish sales area, displaying an extensive range of contemporary and fashionable eyewear.

The professional optometry services are provided

by Stephen, who also holds a graduate certificate in Ocular Theraputics, and award winning optometrist Tess Presswell.

Stephen is a Sunshine Coast local who is well respected by his Maleny clients, and Tess is a descendant of the Burnett and Larney families, so she has deep roots within the Maleny community and surrounding areas.

Tess is a skilled optometrist with broad experience in retail practice as well as Indigenous health outreach, having established and managed eye care campaigns with The Fred Hollows Foundation, in addition to serving on aid

programs in Timor Leste.

Deborah who was born and bred in the hinterland is the practice manager and dispenser. With over twenty years industry experience she has a vast knowledge of frames and lenses, and ensures that the range of frames they stock will meet the needs of the local community.

When you walk in the door you will be greeted by either Siobhan McDonald who welcomes patients with an effervescent enthusiasm for life, or the newest member of the team Maja Edwards, a Maleny local for over 26 years. All the team are keen to make you feel welcome.

Maleny Optical provides the full range of optometric services, from comprehensive eye examinations and health checks including the diagnosis of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, with specialist referrals where required.

The practice offers bulk billing for most basic consultations with a majority of health tests being covered under Medicare. For your convenience, they are also the preferred supplier for most major health funds.

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With the passion they have for good eye health combined with the professional manner in how they operate their business, it is not surprising that they have been a finalist in the Sunshine Coast Business awards for three years running.

At Maleny Optical, their focus and passion is ensuring your eyes are healthy, your vision is optimal and comfortable and your frames fit you perfectly.

Drop in and see the team, you might just see them a little better when you leave!

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It is our mission to provide quilts and other comforts to the needy community on the Sunshine Coast.

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We also provide much needed support to hospital wards, oncology units, maternity nurseries, nursing homes and care associations such as Foster Parents and Special Schools.

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Karl McManus Foundation Contributed by Lesley McLeod We have finally begun Kids for Life, the Volunteer Arm of the Karl McManus Foundation, which aims to raise the funds necessary to complete vital research at the tick borne diseases unit of the Sydney University. This research will enable a correct blood test to be developed that will pick up cases of Australia’s Lyme Like disease, which are currently going undetected by our GP’s. Once these blood tests are established it will mean early detection and immediate treatments for those infected - essentially a cure.

If treated early in the infection, the disease cannot manifest, and 20,000 Australian lives will be saved every year.

We are looking for 20 volunteers to donate two hours of their time at a ‘Kids for Life’ sausage sizzle at Beerwah Woolworths on Saturday, November 29. More information can be found online by following the links from Volunteering Queensland linkki.volunteeringqld.org.au.

There is a new pictorial display on Paediatric Lyme going up at the Beerwah Library this week to create awareness for parents of children with ADD,OCD and ODD and behavioural problems.

This information will also help teachers to become familiar with the diseases presentations, many of which will cause a disruptive influence in their classes. This information will provide some understanding in how to assist.

Once the Kids for Life website is up and running over the next couple of months, educators will be able to request information packs which will be school specific and help the children infected to receive a better education. Information packs for medical practitioners about Tick borne disease profiles are also being developed.

We are currently looking for corporate sponsorships to donate muchneeded money to this worthy cause. Lyme disease is a global public health problem and the current blood tests are completely inadequate.

Our support group ‘The Neurogenesis Club’ is open to the public every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 1.00pm - 2.00pm at the Beerwah Library. All are welcome - for more information please phone Lesley 0478 129 770.

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MPM – My Property Management stands out from the rest Hinterland property specialists MPM - My Property Management; have just undertaken a successful rebranding campaign. Previously named Maleny Property Management, the more inclusive name better reflects that the property management business services the whole of the Hinterland - not just Maleny.

The ladies at MPM have all the usual real estate property experience required to run a successful property management business, however they strive to really stand out from the rest in a number

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of key areas. They guarantee to deliver results in a friendly, accessible and knowledgeable way.

The team consists of licencee Kate Gimblett, business development manager Kimberlee Vance, and senior property manager Terri Keskinen.

All the team are property investors themselves and so have a firsthand insight into what is required for good property management.

One of their key points of difference is that the small but dedicated team constantly keep upto-date with industry changes and the latest industry developments. It’s all about education and the ladies at MPM strive to stay fresh and up-to-date with training and advances in the industry, changes in laws, and property management legislation.

By being current with new legislation, landlords can be confident that at MPM they are getting the most relevant advice and service that best manages their investments.

The team at MPM want to make sure that they offer a fully transparent service, that’s both easy to access and to understand, that benefits both landlords and

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tenants. Making sure everyone is on ‘the same page’ is a key aspect of their business.

When you contact the office, every member is up to speed with all client portfolios so you will be assured that someone will be able to competently assist at all times.

Another key area of difference is MPM offers a well thought out and straight forward ‘blueprint’ for success and well established and accessible processes for everyone – from landlords to tenants and creditors.

The MPM ‘Proven Pathway for Success’ incorporates a straightforward plan that shows you upfront what MPM provide. This includes ensuring that they always deliver on what is important for the client. For example a well looked after investment property ensures maximum investment returns. Peace of mind and trust is another benefit for clients – who can be confident they’re dealing with knowledgeable and highly trained professional property managers who have proven processes that deliver results.

The way MPM approach their business can be summed up by their ‘6 P’ process, a daily philosophy which the team lives by – process, pride, perfection with properties, proven results and personality. The team must be doing something right as in the last 12 months alone; their rent role has doubled in size and all from client word of mouth! For proven results contact the team on 5494 2868 or see www.mpmre.com.au for more information.

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School News Glenview student camp

Beerburrum Children’s Christmas Party

By Jarrah and Alyssa The Year 3 and 4’s were so excited! They were going on their first ever camp to Tunnel Ridge Ranch. The Year 3’s went on a scavenger hunt and tried to find as many things on the list as possible. They had a great time. Then the Year 3 and 4’s got put into groups to rotate through three activities, canoeing, leather work and archery.

road saying Tunnel Ridge Ranch is cool! We then went horse riding near Ewen Maddock dam.

It was so much fun! After that we went on the rope swing where we swung into the dam. But soon enough it was all over and we had to say goodbye to Tunnel Ridge Ranch.

We all had an awesome time!

Archery was so much fun! We were in teams and tried to get as many points as possible.

In canoeing we got to go in groups of three and paddled around the dam. Then we went for a swim for 15 minutes. In leather work we got to make bracelets, key rings and book marks by pressing shapes into the leather. The food was also really good! Then unfortunately the Year 3’s had to go home. That night the Year 4’s had a campfire and stories and singing, then watched a movie. Early the next morning we went for a bushwalk and made a sign out of leaves on the

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Join the Beerburrum School of Arts Association in getting into the spirit of Christmas as they bring the wider community together to spread Christmas joy at their Community Children’s Christmas Party to be held at the Beerburrum School of Arts Hall, Anzac Avenue in Beerburrum on Saturday, November 29 from 2.00pm to 5.00pm.

The party will include Christmas carols, crafts, jumping castle, and face painting, the kids will also be able to play in the snow and see Santa.

If you would like your child to receive a gift (maximum $10.00) from Santa please drop off a labelled gift to the Beerburrum State School Office during school hours.

For catering purposes please let us know if you think you will be coming, email beerburrumhall@hotmail.com or ring Helen 5496 0143 after 5.00pm.

There is also an amazing multi prize raffle draw underway with over 40 prizes, tickets are available at the Beerburrum Post Office for $1.00, or three tickets for $2.00, eight tickets for $5.00 or 15 tickets for $10.00.

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men in business Kev Almond Kev's Joinery & Shopfitters Unit 1/ Lot 28 Biondi Crescent Beerwah 5494 6500/ 0422 296 319 Kev wanted to have a spin on the traditional ‘men in business’ by surprising his staff and writing about the team instead.

Nick Pemberton is a cabinet maker who has worked with Kev for seven years. A Glass House local with a young family, Nick has learnt the trade through Kev’s, and now has a massive array of skills which he uses on a regular basis. Of working with Nick, Kev simply says, “in our line of work we are invited into client’s homes, and to work with a team I can completely trust in every aspect is amazing. Nick is such a nice bloke and he deserves the recognition for being so.”

Steve Williams is a joiner who has worked with Kev for nine years, but their friendship goes back many years. Steve is also fully experienced in all aspects of the business, and is the main co-ordinator. Of working with Steve, Kev says, “he is an absolute genius, there is nothing he can’t do. Our working relationship is quite incredible as Steve completely understands my quick scribbles and notes, creating the best outcome for the client every time.”

Andrew Dobbie Ray White Beerwah 5/70 Simpson Street Beerwah 5439 0300/ 0429 690 182 Property Consultant Andrew has worked for himself since leaving school. Having built up successful businesses over the years, he has first-hand knowledge of the dedication and service required to achieve true customer satisfaction. Andrew was drawn to real estate as he felt he could successfully transfer his business knowledge, people and sales skills to an exciting and challenging industry. Working in real estate for the last five years, Andrew enjoys meeting new people and importantly he gains real satisfaction from helping people get to the next stage of their lives through property sales and investment. Andrew brings an honest and professional approach to property sales, that always puts his client’s needs first. This approach obviously pays off as he enjoys a lot of happy clients who often refer friends or return for repeat business. Andrew is a keen supporter of local sporting teams and sponsors local sports groups and schools as well as being involved with charity work ‘Food bank Australia’.

Andrew is absolutely dedicated to providing the best outcomes for his clients and in his first year in real estate in 2009, achieved rookie of the year for Ray White Sunshine Coast. This year he achieved number one selling agent for Ray White on the Sunshine Coast.

Braxton Turnage Adjust to Life Chiropractic and Wellness 6/21 Peachester Road, Beerwah 5494 0499

Gary Gray Studio Ink Tattoo 8/68 Simpson Street Beerwah 5494 6616

Dr Braxton was born and raised in a small town in Louisiana, USA. Kaplan is very similar to Beerwah, which is probably why he gets on so well with the people who seek his services.

After high school, Dr Braxton moved to Texas and spent the next seven and a half years studying to become a chiropractor. In 2009, he and his wife moved to the Sunshine coast originally just for “a year or two”, but fell in love with Australia and have since decided to make the Sunny Coast home.

Dr Braxton’s aim as a chiropractor is not only to fix neck and back pain, but to help people get healthy and stay healthy for life. His approach is that sore backs and sickness are not something you’ve gained, but rather are the result of losing your natural state of health. After all, we’re supposed to feel well!

By correcting spinal subluxations through gentle chiropractic care, and offering advice on nutrition, exercise and stress management, he has been able to help hundreds of people feel better, function better and regain their health.

He regularly gives healthcare workshops free of charge to the community, as well as offers free spinal screenings to give people the opportunity to chat with a chiropractor about their health concerns to help them find the quickest road to recovery.

Gary Gray isn’t just a tattooist; he is an artist who prides himself on the quality of his work and his original designs.

With 23 years experience, Gary operated a studio in Caboolture from 1999 until 2011, when he moved his business to Beerwah, opening Studio Ink. Gary is renowned for the quality of his artworks, winning multiple state, national and international awards.

Although the studio is a small two-man show, the benefit is that Gary can give every client a much more personal, one-on-one approach than larger operations.

Portraits are an area of specialty for Gary, but because of his experience and skill, he can cater for all styles and requests – from oriental to tribal, new school to freehand, and more.

Gary understands the importance that having a lasting reminder can be for people – whether as a personal memorial, a wedding, anniversary, birth or a favourite pet. He takes great care in ensuring that the permanent tribute is one you will treasure for the rest of your life.

Gary’s approach to life is to give back to others in need. Being a good corporate citizen is a thing of importance to him and so he is a regular sponsor and contributor to many local charities, schools and clubs.

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School News

Time to shine at GCCC

Remembrance Day 2014 Beerwah The Year 6 and 7 Captains of Beerwah State School laid wreaths at the Remembrance Day Ceremony as one of their last official duties for 2014. The Band and Choir from Beerwah SS take part in the ceremony each year.

All year Glasshouse Country Christian College students have been working hard for house points through sporting triumphs, spelling bees and community work. At the end of the year the final challenge is a talent contest.

The senior students danced and performed their turn, but the real stars shone during the primary talent quest.

Prep student Charlotte Westaway came first in the junior primary for her rendition of a song from Frozen. Coming a strong second was another Prep student, Isabella Buckland.

Isabella gave a fluent and animated reading of a section of the Old Testament which left the audience speechless.

In the upper primary, JJ Munyard smashed it out of the park by playing the guitar and singing ‘Wake me up’ while Maddie Maddie Roulston with her heavenly harp

Prep student Isabella Buckland

Prep student Charlotte Westaway

Roulston came second with her heavenly harp playing.

The children may be young but the talent was great.

The performances were judged by preparation and polish, originality, and connection with the audience.

Ten second snippets of the performances can be viewed on the College’s Facebook page. Just enter Glasshouse Country Christian College Facebook in the search engine and then scroll down to the performances.

At GCCC, every secondary student receives their own MacBook Tuesday 25th November 2014, 6pm – 9pm

This two hour seminar for fathers, keen to embark on the journey of fathering excellence, is usually preceded by a one hour BBQ from 6pm – 7pm for men to hang out and enjoy each other’s company in readiness for the seminar.

Presenter Warwick Marsh is the founder of Dads4Kids Fatherhood Foundation.

VENUE: Glasshouse Country RSL Sub-branch Cnr Steve Irwin Way and Reed Street Glasshouse Mountains PRICE: $25 per dad includes BBQ & Seminar

Bookings & RSVP: Sun 23 November www.trybooking.com/GJXM Enquiries: Brendan Edwards M: 0417 757 397 Email: pastor.brendan@hotmail.com

Improve your relationship with your children.

Develop yourself as a father.

Learn the art of leadership.

Discover the power of fun.

Achieve your goals as a Dad. Understand the importance of fathers.

Build spiritual foundations for your family.

Applications welcome for Year 7 in 2016

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News in Brief Maleny RSL sounding great

As a result of the generosity of the Maleny Singers, who have donated sound equipment they no longer require, the Maleny RSL ceremonies are sounding great.

Maleny RSL President, Chris Brooker said he is pleased that when the RSL hold services such as last week’s Remembrance Day or the recent Beersheba Day service that they can rely on their new equipment to provide excellent sound quality.

Big thank you Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre would like to thank all our local businesses for their support in sponsoring our Carboot and Country Market, which was part of last month's successful Glasshouse Country festival. Thanks also to the wonderful local stallholders who participated.

Funds raised from the Market will be used to update our community-use printer and to upgrade the Neighbourhood Centre's signage.

Impact Youth Beerwah’s Big Event

Anyone under 40 is welcome to come along to Church on the Rise on Friday, November 28 from 7.00pm to the ‘Impact Youth Beerwah’s Big Event’.

The evening will include music, preaching, games, prizes and food, with the guest speaker on the night Pastor James Schleusner the Sunshine Coast Youth Alive Director.

Entry is free and the church is located at 68 Peachester Road, Beerwah.

Peachester CWA

Correction – In last week’s GCNews report it should have read that this is the first year that the Peachester CWA Branch have not sent a delegate to the State Conference.

On the Sh#tbox Rally road again

In 2014 GCNews reported on the team ‘The Close Shaves’ adventurers preparing for, and undertaking the Sh#tbox Rally, travelling the 4250kms from Perth to Darwin in seven days.

After missing out on finishing the rally by one day, Steve Graves has decided to have another crack at the event this year, his daughter Bronwyn will be his co-driver.

Next year the rally travels from Canberra to Townsville via the Birdsville Track and the Simpson Desert starting on May 9 and finishing on May 15.

Steve reckons this doesn’t sound as daunting as last year’s journey from Perth to Darwin.

“Hopefully we will make it into Townsville!” he said.

They are getting started on their fundraising and already have a couple of sausage sizzles booked in at Masters at Morayfield, the first one is on January 3.

Steve and Bronnie will be using Steve’s old ‘1993 Ford Ute’ on the trip this year, fortunately it meets the entry criteria of being under a thousand dollars in value.

With all the funds raised going to cancer – it is a great initiative which the organisers describe as more of a ‘challenge than a race’.

They need to raise $4,000.00 to be able to participate in the event, so if you would like Steve and Bronnie Graves – Team Still Thinkin to donate to help them out, head on to the www.shitboxrally.com.au and make a donation for their team - Still Thinkin.

FIBRE OPTIC CABLE ~ NOT TOWERS Over the previous weeks NBN Co has advertised in local papers in the region under the heading 'Radio Communications: Health and Safety.'

Those adverts acknowledge that residents have genuine concerns about the health and safety of radio communications.

And NBN Co says it is dedicated to having an honest conversation with the community about the topic.

If it is to be genuine then NBN Co has to acknowledge that the genuine conversations must be about Microwave Towers in our districts and they must use the words … nowhere in the adverts does it mention either. And NBN Co must use up-to-date international science research on safety standards.

Maleny and Hinterland Residents Want NBN!

However, they want: • an NBN of the same standard that will be offered to Maleny and other township residents • an NBN through the use of copper cable and fibre optic cables • an NBN service that is 'safe' NBN Co proposes to provide the service using about seven Microwave Towers of about 30 metres in height around our area.

• This microwave service is being provided by a government agency to a timeline • This microwave service has not been proven safe for humans and wildlife • Electrohypersensitivity (EHS) is already present within our community

• A Class 2B carcinogen is more than a 'cup of coffee' (as quoted from the NBN advert). DDT, Heptachlor, lead, chloroform, dry cleaning fluids, bitumen, diesel, and naphthalene are just a few of over 200 chemicals in the Class 2B list

We want a TOWERLESS NBN for MALENY HINTERLANDS These Towers Will Impact on Our Way of Life The microwave towers will: • add to the 'electrosmog' (electronic pollution) already present • impact on the pristine tourism views of the escarpment • reduce property prices around the area • impact on residents personally • offer a second rate broadband service compared to the townships NBN is not being ‘honest and transparent’ with the community • little information was provided at the forums about where these services may be located • letters have already been sent to landholders seeking lease of lands • in other communities the leases have been signed up to 1 year before NBN advises the community • NBN will not use the words - 'microwave' or 'tower'

A TOWERLESS NBN FOR MALENY HINTERLANDS Supported by the Maleny/Witta/Reesville/Conondale Tower Action Groups

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We don't want microwave towers covering the landscape and surrounding all our Hinterland towns!

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Re: Microwaves and Towers

These are the two words that NBN will not use….

These words will awaken and frighten people to make them aware of what is being imposed upon them by NBN. The local group seeks 'Towerless NBN for the Maleny Hinterlands'. We want everyone to have NBN at the same speed that is being proposed for the central area of Maleny.

The imposition of towered microwave delivery by NBN to the hinterlands is of concern for at least the following reasons: • concern about human and wildlife safety and health - there are already electro sensitive residents in the area • reduction in property values around the towers - the question of tower location is already being asked of real estate agents • lower quality of service than that to be offered in the Maleny central area - maximum of 25 Mbps versus 100 Mbps in Maleny • impact on tourism – it is imperative to retain the towerless environment As time is running out to retain the ‘towerless environment’ on the escarpment overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains, it should be considered as a priority request that everyone contacts NBN, the local politicians and the Federal Minister for Communications, please.

Jim Straker Maleny

Strange thing

For some weeks a magpie has been visiting our verandah in search of food, it seems quite tame.

It has an embossed metal ring around one of its legs. Who would have tagged the bird and for what purpose? Perhaps one of your readers will be able to enlighten us.

Chloe and Chris Glass House Mountains

It’s a strange thing to see that NBN Co has dollops of money to spend and toss in over $3,000 to take out advertising in four local papers (and spend thousands more on mailouts), yet can't say what they will really do in the Maleny district or elsewhere, where they propose to put in broadband towers across our landscape.

What's missing from their recent full page adverts are two words - guess? Yes - the words 'Microwaves' and 'Towers'. Not once in the whole body of those adverts is to be found what it’s really all about - microwave towers to distribute broadband. I reckon they take an oath in NBN or Ericsson to not say the word microwaves in a public meeting, or in an advert.

Why? It’s an unsettling word associated with ill-health and considerable public concern and it doesn't go down well when you're trying to erect 30 / 40 metre towers to transmit microwave frequencies.

The major exposure to the public from microwaves comes from mobile phones, base stations, wireless appliances, 'blue tooth' equipment, and WiFi. Most early health research work (1970s / 80s) focused on occupational exposure of military personnel.

The first significant report (Sadcikova, 1974) describing 'microwave sickness' showed symptoms including fatigue, headaches, palpitations, insomnia, skin reactions, impotence and altered blood pressure.

It's likely the effect is cumulative rather than instantaneous and cascade effects (where one reaction triggers other effects in your cells) are important. This is known as electrical hypersensitivity (EHS), but NBN won't write on that.

Richard Giles Conondale

No conscience

Remembrance Day

Just wondering

Last Christmas we bought our grandson a BMX bike. On Friday last week, it was stolen from Glass House School. I hope the person responsible gets a lot of enjoyment from it as, thanks to them, our grandson no longer can.

I thought of appealing to their conscience, but as they are a thief, they probably don't have one.

Derek Browning Glass House Mountains

The Glasshouse Country RSL service on Remembrance Day was a credit to Steve Rook and the helpers including Pastor Brendan.

Following the service refreshments were served for 53 people, who all seemed to be enjoying themselves. Thanks to the ladies who assisted with the refreshments.

Rita Cruickshank Glass House Mountains

SELLING - SELLING -

On behalf of the local community I would like to thank Steve, Kirsty and Gavin of Glasshouse Mountains Rural Fire Brigade and Peter Venz from HQ Plantations for the extensive work they put into the ‘Prepare. Act. Survive’ display and talk held at the Beerburrum Community Hall on October 29.

Thank you also to the people who came along to learn how to prepare in case there is a repeat of the devastating fires of 1994. It was disappointing that new comers to the area did not come to get advice from people who know what to do and how and when to leave.

Helen Manson Beerburrum

Exceptional On Thursday evening my husband and I, with friends, visited Jae’s place, on Mooloolah Connection Road Glenview for a meal.

What a great experience. It was wonderful to see the old, run down Country Club renovated and revitalised and looking great. The food and service was exceptional. Let’s hope it continues to be supported by locals as well as visitors.

Sue Lowe Glenview

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Auctions are a fast and clean way to sell a property in the right market. To make the auction process successful there needs to be more buyers than sellers.

In our area, I believe we are not quite there yet, but who knows, if things are hotting up a bit more, we might just reach that tipping point.

Sales have been strong lately, as long as the price is right. Banks and their valuers are not yet our best friends and contracts can still fall over due to finance.

However, times are getting better and prices are on the rise. It is not unusual to sell a property in the first 4-6 days after listing, in some cases the time is even less than that.

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‘Stock and Station’

Mooloolah Art students work to go on show

Hard At It, oil on board by Tom McAulay Art on Cairncross will feature its latest exhibition

by Tom McAulay, described as a delightful collection of timeless depictions of station life in the outback, from November 18 – 30.

From cattle mustering to heading to the races, these are works conveying the harsh reality of life on the land and a few more humourous moments.

With charcoal drawings of stockmen, through to oil paintings of a working day, it is easy to see why McAulay has such a loyal following across the country.

At ‘Art on Cairncross’, Cairncross Corner, Maleny.

Gallery open Tuesday to Sunday, 10.00am to 5.00pm. For more information take a look at www.artoncairncross.com.au

Naomi Rodgers of Mooloolah Valley is one of a group of Diploma students from the new Nambour Visual Arts department exhibiting artworks at the Old Ambulance Station on Friday, November 21.

Entitled ‘Exposure’, the exhibition features work from 14 students and includes painting, sculpture and mixed media assemblage.

The graduating exhibition will be officially opened on the Friday evening, and the exhibition will continue on Saturday.

“The exhibition is not only the result of a lot of hard work and commitment, but also acts as a stepping stone to our professional careers,” said Naomi.

One of the exhibitors, Marcus Dunn from Buderim, added that the course was hugely supportive of different styles and skill levels.

“It is really exciting to see it all come together in this graduating exhibition in a unique venue like the Old Ambulance Station,” he said.

Art teacher Michael Ciavarella commented on the high quality of the work in the show.

“It is all really good and who's to know that you might be seeing work for the first time from a future art star,” he said.

East Coast TAFE general manager Mr Paul Wilson will officially open the exhibition at 6.30pm on Friday, November 21.

The Old Ambulance Station can be found at 80 Howard Street, Nambour. There is plenty of car parking available nearby.

This event will be followed one week later with an exhibition by graduating Advanced Diploma students.

Further information on Art courses at East Coast TAFE can be found at www.tafeeastcoast.edu.au or by calling 5457 1000.

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Start of the Day, sepia by Tom McAulay

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Peachester Hall Saturday November 29th 2.00pm NEW TIME 9.00am – Bring the family out for a great day at the Peachester Markets

Hosted by the Queensland Country Women’s Association

What: Art exhibition from TAFE Diploma graduating students.

Where: Old Ambulance Station, 80 Howard Street, Nambour.

When: Friday, November 21,

6.00pm - 9.00pm and

Saturday, November 22,

9.00am - 2.00pm.

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Happenings Things 2 Do A Festival of Carols

Horse Race Night

The Buderim Male Choir will herald in the festive season with a rousing rendition of our favourite carols at their regular ‘Morning Melodies’ concert on Thursday, December 4. On this occasion the choir will be supported by members of the Sunshine Coast Brass and the audience will be encouraged to join in some community singing. This morning concert is certain to be a special pre-Christmas event with the program designed for our more senior citizens.

The concert will be held in the Buderim Memorial Hall commencing at 10.00am with a free morning tea. Admission is only $10.00. Tickets will be available at the door but reservations for groups may be arranged by phoning Rod 5456 4473.

Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club is holding its inaugural Horse Race Night on Saturday, November 29 at Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club. Cost is $20.00 per person. Persons under 18 are welcome but cannot participate in the gambling aspect and the cost is $5.00.

Doors open at 6.30pm with the first of eight races on the big screen at 7.30pm. There will be prizes for ‘Fashions on the Field’ or Fancy Dress and an auction at the end of the night with some great items to bid for. Cocktail food will be provided. There are limited tickets and they must be pre-purchased. For further information or to purchase tickets please contact Michael Schofield on 0408 700 472 or Jeremy Schultz on 0431 430 281.

Christmas Twilight Markets

Is British Family History of interest?

Get into the spirit of Christmas at the Beerwah CWA’s Art and Craft twilight markets on Saturday, December 6, from 3.00pm to 8.00pm. Showcasing very talented local artists and crafters, it will be a perfect opportunity to support your local community and find a unique handmade gift for Christmas. The Beerwah CWA ladies will be busy baking and have a huge selection of beautiful Christmas decorations and gifts. There will be around 30 stalls of Christmas goods, homewares, candles, kid’s clothing, wood craft, jewellery, plants, toys and much more. From 3.00pm to 6.00pm there will be the opportunity to have a free photo taken with Santa. Santa will be there the whole evening, so come and see him in his special reindeer grotto. Free Christmas craft will also keep the kids busy. Coffee and devonshire tea will be available in the hall. Music and carols complete what will be a fantastic evening for the whole family.

Caloundra Family History Research Inc will host ‘An Afternoon with Lady Mary Teviot’ on Saturday, December 6. The seminar commences at 12.30pm, with registration and a cuppa from 12.00noon. There will be three topics covered, each comprising 50 minutes. Attendance at the seminar costs $20.00 and includes afternoon tea. Bookings are essential so RSVP before November 27 to secure your seat.

Lady Teviot specialises in British research and the venue is the Caloundra District Indoor Bowling Assoc. hall, at the western end of Burke Street, Golden Beach. Contact Roz on 5493 1197, Valerie on 5437 3879 or Dawn on 5492 2208 if you have enquiries, and to register for the seminar. The group can also be reached by email at caloundrafamilyres@ y7mail.com. The website www.caloundrafamilyhistory. org.au has a map to find our resource centre.

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Christmas Fair

The Maleny Arts and Crafts Group will hold their annual Christmas Fair from Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7 at the MACG Workshop, Maleny Showgrounds.

Entry is free and the fair will be open 9.00am – 4.00pm across the three days. All items are available for sale and are all made by local artisans. There is the opportunity to purchase unique, locally produced gifts for friends and family from the many quality homeware and gift items that will be on sale. Fine art, pottery and sculpture, woodcraft, jewellery, glassware, preserves, porcelain art and fabric craft are some of the treasures that will available. The raffle has some great prizes. 1st prize is a ‘Rustic Outdoor Setting’ and 2nd prize is a handcrafted coffee table accompanied by handcrafted decorated glass cheese platter and bowls.

Tickets will be $2.00 each.

Matinee and evening screening of Belle

Belle, an opulent costume drama set in the 18th century at the time of the abolition of slavery, will screen twice in Maleny Community Centre on Saturday, November 22 – a matinee at 3.00pm (doors open at 2.30pm) and in the evening at 7.15pm (doors open for dinner at 6.00pm).

The cast is led by Tom Wilkinson as Lord Mansfield, the chief lord justice of the day, charged with vital legal and social change. Emily Watson plays his wife, taking into their home a little bi-racial girl called Dido Elizabeth Belle, daughter of their nephew, an admiral of the Royal Navy. Dido grows up alongside Lady Elizabeth Murray, but expectations for the future of the two young women are very different. Members of the Maleny Film Society may pre-book via Maleny Information Centre.

Further details: phone 5429 6951 or check www. malenyfilmsociety.info.

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Christmas Party Brought to you by the Thai Diner.

Join your good friends at the Christmas party this year on Friday December 12th.

A two course set menu of either baked turkey or baked ham with a traditional plum pudding.

Only $25 per person

Bring a gift (to the value of $5) wrapped in pink or blue to be shared.

Mega raffle drawn at 8pm $1,862 worth of prizes, tickets available beforehand and on the night

Prepaid bookings essential

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Mandolins in Brisbane return to Maleny

This year, Marissa Carroll and Joel Woods will perform in concert a selection of works from their newly released album, ‘Personal Favourites for Mandolin and Guitar’. Marissa Carroll is the lead mandolinist and soloist for both Brisbane Mandolins and Queensland Mandolin Ensemble, and Joel Woods is the Musical Director / Conductor and lead guitarist, for Brisbane Mandolins and Queensland Mandolin Ensemble.

Their upcoming concert will feature them performing some of their favourite works, there is something for every listener in this concert, with the program spanning across 300 years of music written for the mandolin and guitar. The Concert will be held in St George’s Anglican Church, 2 Walker Drive, Maleny on Sunday, November 30 at 2.00pm. Afternoon tea will be provided. Admission will be at the door: $20.00 adults, concession $15.00 and children under 12 free. For more information please call 0408 066 803.

Crystal Waters Zydeco, Blues and Rockabilly Night On Saturday night, November 22, the Deck at the Crystal Waters Permaculture Village will be shaking to the sounds of ‘The Zydeco Allstars’ headlining the Crystal Waters Zydeco, Blues, and Rockabilly Night. Helping the Allstars will be Swingin blues from the ‘Chardonnay Sippers’, Rock n Rockabilly from the ‘Bamboo Rockets’ and some good home grown boogie and blues piano from ‘Tom’s Boogie’.

Cajun menu will be available. To help raise funds for the Community Co-op, the Crystal Waters Co-op will be running the bar selling beer and wine. Doors open 5.30pm, $15.00 / 12.00 concession, kids 15 and under free entry. Bunkhouse and camping accommodation available. You can find Crystal Waters off Kilcoy Lane, Conondale. For more information contact Tom 5494 4590, or email tombow51@hotmail.com or see www.crystalwaters.org.au.

Something to make the whole fa mily happy!

Don’t forget, every Wednesday to Saturday from 5 to 8 pm you can enjoy delicious Thai take-away or dine in meals at the RSL. On Friday and Saturday nights, there is a traditional Aussie RSL club menu to choose from and open bar as well.

We also cater for functions.

Phone orders and bookings welcome

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Happenings Out and About

25th Anniversary for GMAN

Food Tale Tours

The Glasshouse Mountains Advancement Network (GMAN) celebrated their 25th anniversary last Saturday at a lunch at the Beerwah Hideaway.

Recently the new local business Food Tale Tours run by Lisa Blainey Lewin was launched at the Food and Wine Festival held in Brisbane. To celebrate the new venture, Lisa hosted a local event that brought together small local businesses and accommodation venues, involved in the tours. To book a tour or to find out more about them, head to www.foodtaletours.experienceoz.com.au Krissy Chenoweth from Maleny Dairies chats with Adrian Lewty from Maleny Coffee

Fiona Malcolm, Art Van Wensveen, Ethel Burgess and Talulah Malcolm

President of Hinterland Tourism Sunshine Coast, Christine Kardash and Ali Keeler of Hunch Hideaway, with Rosalee Parish and Grant Tiller from Belle’s at Montville

Lisa Blainey Lewin from Food Tale Tours with Sebastian Clove

Remembrance Day

Ceremonies were held at Glass House Country, Beerwah, and Maleny RSL's, bringing the community together to mark this special day.

Jo Barrett with Robyn Gillinder from Friends of Bankfoot House

Beerwah RSL saw all levels of government represented Member for Fisher, Mal Brough, Member for Caloundra, Councillor Rick Baberowski and Mark McArdle

Ernie Reaves member of the Glasshouse RSL Sub-branch with member for Glass House, Andrew Powell on Remembrance Day at the Glasshouse Country RSL

Narelle McCarthy from Sunshine Coast Environment Council with Ann Ross

Beerwah RSL Cenotaph adorned with Remembrance Day poppies

Maleny RSL welcomed a large group from C Coy 2 RAR Association that were having their biennial reunion at Caloundra

Wendy Jackson and Peter Carrington with Keith and Pat Pennell

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Monthly Finance Money Guide

Business Feature

Changes to Centrelink’s income test with Tracey Ferguson Ferguson Martens & Associates Financial Planning Phone: 5475 4511 Email: tracey@fergusonmartens.com.au If you currently have an Account Based Pension, the full balance is assessed by Centrelink as an asset. However, the amount of income you draw is treated favourably due to your Centrelink ‘deductible amount’.

The deductible amount is the portion of your income payment that is not assessed as income

by Centrelink, and is offered in recognition of your income payments consisting of some of your own capital being paid back to you.

Effective from January 1, 2015, new rules will mean any new Account Based Pensions will have the Centrelink deeming rates applied, rather than applying the deductible amount. T his means the amount of income you elect to draw becomes totally irrelevant in terms of calculating your eligibility for income support payments.

What are the deeming rates/rules?

Under these rules your financial assets are ‘deemed’ to earn specified rates of return, regardless of the actual earnings you receive.

Financial assets include cash, bank deposits, shares, managed funds, insurance bonds, outstanding loans and amounts gifted in excess of allowable limits.

If you have reached Age Pension age, amounts held in the superannuation accumulation phase are also counted as financial assets, and are therefore subject to the assets test and deemed under the income test.

The current deeming thresholds and rates are:Single

First $48,000 @ Above $48,000 @ 2% pa 3.5% pa

Couple

First $79,600 @ Above $79,600 @ 2% pa 3.5% pa

Case study Jack and Diane have financial assets totalling $450,000. This is made up of cash in the bank, term deposits and some shares. They are both 65-years-old and they own their own home.

Option 1 – make no change to their financial assets In this instance, Jack and Diane’s total financial assets are deemed (per table above).

Therefore, ($79,600 @ 2%) + ($370,400 @ 3.5%) = $14,556 pa of deemed income, regardless of actual returns.

Option 2 – establish account based pensions prior to 1st January 2015 In this instance, Jack and Diane retain $90,000 in their bank account, and then each contributes $180,000 to superannuation on 1st December 2014.

They then use their superannuation contributions to commence an Account Based Pension each, electing to draw the minimum income payment of 5% ($9,000 pa each).

They will qualify for a Centrelink deductible amount, which is calculated by dividing the Account Based Pension purchase price by their respective life expectancies, as follows:Jack: $180,000/18.54 = $9,708 pa. Jack has elected to draw the minimum income of $9,000,

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therefore he will have $0 of Centrelink assessable income.

Diane: $180,000/21.62 = $8,325. Diane has elected to draw the minimum income of $9,000, therefore she will have $675 pa of Centrelink assessable income.

Because Jack and Diane have retained $90,000 in their bank account, this will be subject to Centrelink’s deeming rates, as follows:($79,600 @ 2%) + ($10,400 @ 3.5%) = $1,956 pa This deemed income ($1,965) PLUS Diane’s Account Based Pension assessable income ($675) means Jack and Diane have combined assessable Centrelink income of $2,631 pa.

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Top benefits of buying a new-build It doesn’t matter whether you’re looking into getting your hands on a first home buyer loan or are moving up the property ladder, a new-build home could be just what you need.

There are several advantages to buying a property that’s only just gone on the market - and here are some of the top motivations as to why you might want to consider it.

1. Make your mark One of the main reasons people prefer new builds is because they can put their own stamp on it - get in early enough and you should be able to have a say on the kitchen and other key features. www.gcnews.com.au

There’s no having to contend with someone else’s choice of decor.

Instead, all you have to do is make decisions that are suited to you and your individual taste.

2. Energy efficiency Builders up and down the country are under increasing pressure to make their properties more environmentally friendly, which will work to your advantage as a buyer. Insulation is just one of the key areas that newbuild properties benefit from and there’s also the fact that any installed appliances will have to live up to certain standards.

As a result, there’s every opportunity

for your bills to be lowered once you move into a brand new home.

3. Avoid hidden surprises Older properties could have all sorts of hidden defects that aren’t apparent to the untrained eye, which is something you should hopefully avoid with a new-build.

Any problems that do arise should be rectified by the builder under your home’s guarantee, eliminating the need for you to pay out during the first few years of your tenure.

4. Safety standards There’s also the fact that new houses are constructed to strict safety standards, which you might

not be able to guarantee with older properties.

Your building will have been inspected before it exchanges to you, giving peace of mind that everything is functioning as well as it should.

Everything from smoke alarms to extra secure door locks tend to come as standard with new-build homes.

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Great Christmas Gift Gourmet Jams, Chutneys & Oils

The Ole Lollie Shop is bursting with yummy goodies this Christmas time!

Come in and enjoy those old childhood favourites, or sample Ideas some new treats. With varieties from around the world, there is something to excite even the biggest kid. Homemade rocky road, musk sticks, jelly babies and many more, Open 7 days why not call in and find out your 9am - 4.30pm weekdays new favourite. And now stocking an 9am - 5pm weekends extensive range of beautifully packaged gourmet savoury and sweet treats, it makes Christmas shopping that much easier.

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Are you a business looking to capitalise on the 20,000+ readers of this community newspaper?

A cost effective way to promote your Christmas products and services is in our Christmas Gift Guide.

Published over the two editions of December 3 and December 10, this special feature is the perfect way to reach local shoppers.

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And don’t forget the extra 10% discount for prepayment. That brings the cost down to $74.52 each ad.

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Let them know how you feel... of the Hinterland

Beerwah Flowers and Gifts Sue at Beerwah Flowers and Gifts is frantically unpacking stock arriving weekly, with new Christmas gift ideas as well as a wide range of Christmas themed homewares. And for that person who is hard-to-buy for (we all know one!) tailor-made gift packs / hampers are also available. Save time, money and petrol this Christmas, beat the crowds and shop locally. With plenty of easy parking and a personalised service, there is something to make everyone happy this festive season.

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Frame D’Art incorporating Frame D’Art in Beerwah are now offering a fantastic range of services from their comprehensive purpose built home workshop. After recently including war medal mounting to their list of services, Rod and Jo have also taken over Trophies Won, from Beerwah local Sally Bennett.

Including a comprehensive trophy and engraving service, they still offer general picture framing and custom services, all at factory direct prices.

Perfect for the ideal Christmas gift idea. Visit or call them today!

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Liliah Rose Jewellery Liliah Rose Jewellery is a handcrafted collection of limited edition pieces, created from forgotten and neglected antique and vintage elements. The materials used include beautiful heirloom-worthy spoons, china and lace. These items have been lovingly collected from estate sales, auctions, antique fairs and shops.

To see the range of items that the jewellery artist, Suess Griffin creates, check out her Facebook page ‘Liliah Rose Jewellery’.

Liliah Rose Jewellery is a hand crafted collection of Limited Edition Pieces created from worthy heirloom forgotten and neglected antique and vintage elements.

Every piece tells a story of the past and is as unique as the woman who wears it.

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It’s that time of the year when local businesses want to thank all their loyal customers for their support and to let everyone know their trading hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

Say it all in one place with a Christmas Message in the December 17 edition of GCNews our final edition for the year.

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Mal Brough

Federal member for Fisher P: 5444 4888

Remembrance Day

On November 11, I attended the Remembrance Day ceremony in Beerwah organised by the Beerwah-Peachester RSL. It was pleasing to see the great turn-out and the fantastic performance by the Beerwah State School choir and band.

Remembrance Day is such an important time for us to remember the courage and sacrifice of all who have served in times of war and conflict in order to protect us and our country.

Lest we forget.

School awards nights

Well it is that time of the year again when students are recognised for their academic and sporting achievements throughout 2014.

I have had the pleasure of attending the Beerwah State High School and Glasshouse Country Christian College awards nights recently and I continue to be impressed with the talented and all-round impressive students in the region.

Congratulations to all students finishing the 2014 school year.

Operation Bounce Back

Three weeks ago I launched Operation Bounce Back with the aim for industry, media and the community to work together to ensure Sunshine Coast residents know what assistance is available to help get into the workforce and to stay gainfully employed.

I recently released information on the following three employment initiatives: • Job Commitment Bonus - provides long-term unemployed young Australians with a real incentive to get into paid work.

• Restart – aims to help address the barriers older Australians face when looking for a job by providing incentives for employers to hire mature-aged workers.

• Relocation Assistance to Take Up a Job provides practical and financial assistance to help people relocate to take up an ongoing sustainable job.

For more information on Operation Bounce Back and the Federal Government employment initiatives visit www.malbrough.com.au/operationbounce-back/

Mark McArdle

Andrew Powell

State member for Caloundra P: 5491 2780

State member for Glass House P: 5435 2013

Funding for Glass House community groups

I recently spent a day touring the Glass House electorate to personally congratulate some of the groups that were successful in obtaining funding through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.

Successful organisations within the Glass House electorate include: • Maleny Golf Club Incorporated, $30,090.91, to purchase a tractor • Stanley River Cricket Club Incorporated, $10,405.00, to purchase equipment • Stoney Creek Rural Fire Brigade, $18,905.00, to install a solar system and LED lighting • Wamuran State School P&C Association, $25,000.00, towards the construction of a garden facility • Maleny Branch Little Athletics, $11,020.00, to renovate the clubhouse facilities • Chevallum State School P&C Association, $31,740.00, to install a playground

Electorate Christmas card competition

Congratulations to Miss Hunter Eyre of Delaneys Creek State School who won first prize in the 2014 Glass House Christmas card competition.

Second Prize went to Lucy Sanders of Peachester State School and third prize was Olivia Knight from Montville State School. This year we asked students to illustrate their ‘Christmas Wish’ and I must say how impressed I was with the standard of entries and the amount of kids who demonstrated their desire for world peace or cures for diseases. The standard was so high this year I have even awarded four runner up entries and at least one highly commended from each school. Well done to the kids and thanks to the many schools that entered again this year. Look out for the Glass House electorate Christmas card in your mail boxes at the end of this month.

Cheaper Fares

At the start of November the LNP Government announced the first ever state wide reduction to public transport fares in Queensland’s history, with passengers now paying 5% less for fares.

Almost 22,000 Queenslanders voted in the two week survey (August 31 – September 14) – and 74% of those voted in favour of the cheaper fares.

I dropped into Palmwoods train station last week to share the good news and all of the commuters I spoke to were thrilled to know they will have that little but back in their pockets each week.

Beerwah’s makeover This week Beerwah celebrated the official launch of Beerwah Village (thanks must go to our resident celebrities Terri and Robert Irwin from Australia Zoo for showing their support), and I must say I’m quite impressed to see how it has all come together.

While modern shops have gone in like Target Country, the Coffee Club and IGA, the blending of rustic elements and feature artwork in Simpson Street itself also reflects and works well with some of our iconic stores like Beerwah Books and Bits.

These celebrations follow on from the recent completion and reveal of the multi-million-dollar Simpson Street upgrade, of which I’m proud to report the State Government contributed a total of $1.07 million towards.

The State awarded Council $600,000 through the Cycle Network Local Government Grants to deliver a 650metre shared path from KilcoyBeerwah Road to Pine Camp Road as well as $470,000 through the Local Government grants and Subsidies Program for the overall project.

I’m always proud to see the State invest in such worthwhile and important projects and I hope all of us are embracing the new-look Beerwah.

Doesn’t it make you proud to be a part of such a vibrant close-knit community? Beerwah is a great town with great schools, a pool, golf club, local businesses and shops and public transport right on our doorstep.

Well done to all of the shop-owners who patiently persisted throughout all of these works. I hope you all see the fruits of your hard work now pay off.

2014 Salvation Army Christmas Appeal

This year I’m pleased to support the Salvation Army Caloundra branch for their annual Christmas appeal.

We all know the saying, ‘Thank God for the Salvos’, but it certainly rings true at Christmas time, when a lot of people do it particularly tough.

My office is acting as a drop-off point where people can donate new toys and in-date, non-perishable food items to go towards Christmas Hampers. Ideally, if items could be donated by December 5 that would be appreciated.

Every donation counts and I encourage you all to please dig deep.

Part 4 of the story of the Glasshouse Mountains Sports Club Mr Fullerton’s address continued: “The race meeting was a success and another was held some time later which was also a success but ended in tragedy when a horse and rider crashed into a tree – both horse and rider were killed. This ended horse racing in Glasshouse Mountains.”

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Race Meeting Fatality A race meeting was held at Glasshouse Mountains on Monday (June 5). With fine weather, a fair attendance and 5 bookmakers fielding all seemed rosy, with the public winning on the whole and the Club certain to show a fair profit on the day.

Unfortunately, however, in the Second Class Hack race a young man named Frank Butler, who lived at Peachester, was killed. There were four starters and his mount (Midnight), soon after the start and running last, seemed to run wide of the track at

the first turn, hit the outside rail and crashed into a big gum tree. The rider’s head hit the tree and he was killed instantly; the horse died about 20 minutes afterwards. The unfortunate man leaves a wife and 3 children … the fatality brought everything to a sad ending for the day.

The newspaper article did, however, go onto list the results of the races, including those for the Second Class Hack Race!

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Noticeboard Beerwah Neighbourhood Watch Christmas celebration – please join us for a banquet dinner at the Pineapple Patch on Wednesday, December 3, commencing 6.00pm. The cost of the dinner is $25.00 a head plus drinks. RSVP required by Friday, November 28 to Ron Stocks phone 5497 4541 email stonnie35@aapt.net.au or Maree Anderson phone 5494 8917 email maree13@ecn.net.au.

Sunshine Coast Koala Wildlife Rescue – Our koalas are in a critical state and we are dedicated to making sure they survive. We are a nonprofit organisation that operates 24 hours a day seven days a week. We rescue sick, orphaned or displaced koalas in all areas. You can ring Ray on 0423 618 740 or Murray on 0431 300 729 and we will collect koalas and take them to the Australian Wildlife Hospital in Beerwah for the correct treatment.

Buddies Refugee Support Group – an independent community group that advocates for just and compassionate treatment of refugees and asylum seekers, consistent with human rights standards. Meetings are held on the 4th Sunday of the month at 11.00am at 24 King Street, Buderim. The next meeting is on November 23.

The guest speaker will be Mal Brough MP for Fisher Electorate. For further information phone 5438 2789 or 5494 2240.

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Mindfulness and Meditation (free) – Beerwah Library meeting room, on Tuesday at 7.00pm.

Simple instruction for practice. Beneficial for anxiety, depression, general wellbeing. Phone Peter on 0429 918 424.

Cent Auction – Friday, December 5 at Millwell Community Centre, Millwell Road Maroochydore.

Doors open 6.00pm for 7.00pm start. Entry $5.00. Great prizes to be won including Christmas hampers, meat and fruit trays. All proceeds aid Mater Little Miracles.

Looking for a space to run your class or group? – Are you thinking of starting a new group or running a class? Don’t have a venue?

Why not look at the Glass House Mountains Neighbourhood Centre? The hall is well equipped with chairs, tables, video facilities, fans, heaters, a whiteboard, kitchen facilities and two toilets, and charges a reasonable fee of $20.00 a session. If you are starting a new group the centre may be able to help you. Drop in and see us at Ryan Street Glass House Mountains (opposite Australia Post). For further information contact the Centre. Phone 5438 7000, fax 5438 7100 or e-mail admin@ghmnc.com The Sunshine Girls - Are you lonely, bored, and looking for friends? The Sunshine Girls are looking for you to join us just to have coffee,

talk, friendship and twice a year work for our community. We welcome new members and make them part of our family circle. Cost: $15.00 to join then $2.00 each year. We are members of Fair Trading and abide by their rules. We would love to hear from you. Call Kay 5493 0230, Lottie 5494 6568, or Carmel 5439 0930.

Diary Dates Friday, November 21 - Coochin Creek Bushland Group. 8.30am - 11.30am, at Emma Park (off Hickory Drive or Emma Place) Beerwah.

Planting project. Contact Roger Callen 0435 347 662. This is our last meeting for the year.

Wednesday, November 26 - Men’s Shed meets 8.30am – 12.30pm at Glasshouse Country Care, Peachester Road, Beerwah. For more information phone Bob on 0427 606 240.

Thursday, November 27 - Toastmasters meet from 9.00am for 9.15am start at Church on the Rise, Peachester Road, Beerwah. Visitors welcome, phone 5496 9855.

Sunday, November 23 - Beerwah RSL SubBranch General meeting, all members are encouraged to attend.

Tuesday, December 9 - Glasshouse Country RSL’s next general meeting at 3.00pm at the Glasshouse RSL (please note the incorrect date was printed in last week’s edition).

To ensure all community notices can be printed each month please keep your contributions to a maximum of 100 words.

Glasshouse Country Ministers Fellowship Chris Johnson Glasshouse Country Baptist Church Now days it seems if you disagree with someone over a lifestyle choice based upon your religious conviction, instead of talking about things or agreeing to disagree nicely, people label you bigoted, arrogant, exclusive, dogmatic, and homophobic etc.

As a result Christians are often regarded as intolerant. Intolerant religiously, since they affirm the words of Jesus that ‘no one comes to the Father except through me.’ (John 14:6) but also intolerant ethically, because they refuse to approve any and all behaviors as morally good.

Apparently, our society regards the act of telling people they’re wrong as a form of hatred. It is never explained how the charge does not apply equally in the other direction, since those who make this charge are telling Christians they are wrong.

Needless to say, such a situation can discourage Christians. We might be tempted to despair and think that the church is entering into dark days.

It’s helpful to remember this is not the first time Christians have received such labels. Indeed, Christians were accused of being haters and intolerant almost from the beginning.

Pliny the Younger, Roman governor of Bythinia writing c.111-113, was frustrated that the Christians would not ‘invoke the gods.’ In a letter to Emperor Trajan, he lamented their ‘stubbornness and unyielding obstinacy.’ In other words, he was angry over their intolerance.

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Pliny was upset because Christianity had emptied the Roman temples and no one was buying the temple sacrifices anymore. In other words, they were losing money.

To fix the problem, Pliny decided to force Christians to worship the pagan gods and curse Christ. If they refused, they were put to death. It is interesting to note that Pliny, while torturing these Christians, acknowledged their high moral standards: ‘[Christians] bind themselves by oath, not to some crime, but not to commit fraud, theft, or adultery, not falsify their trust, nor to refuse to return a trust when called upon to do so.’

Apparently, intolerance of the Roman gods was enough of a reason to kill Christians, despite their good lives.

In the late first century, Nero, liked to kill Christians by covering them with animal skins and releasing the dogs on them, nailing them to crosses or burning them alive to light up his garden parties at night.

The Christians were killed for their ‘hatred against mankind’ i.e. they didn’t pray to the Roman gods or approve of the practices that went along with them.

One of the reasons Jesus, the founder of Christianity and the model we are meant to follow, was crucified was because he told people they were wrong - and should start going God’s way. If it happened to Jesus, it will happen to his followers.

Glasshouse Country Baptist Church 9am Sunday, 58 Roberts Rd Beerwah All welcome! Enquiries: 5494 6354 Midweek craft, kids and youth programs – see gcbcq.org

GLASSHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Brendan Edwards

Glass House Mountains State School Main Hall - Sun 4.30pm

Kids Church during service Phone: 0417 757 397

GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY ANGLICAN CHURCH WEDNESDAYS *Mooloolah (Paget Road) 9.00am SUNDAY *Mary MacKillop Centre 9.00am Office - 5491 1866

Local contact Rev Tony Halstead 0419 751 298

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Sunday Worship & Sunday School 9.00am

Contact 5439 9341 or 5496 9671

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Glasshouse Country Uniting Church www.glasshousecountryunitingchurch.org.au

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8:30am Sunday – Worship & Sunday School Wed. 9-11am – Playgroup Wed. 5-7pm – Kids Club & Young Teens Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah Ph 5494 6187 1st & 3rd Sun 10:30am Worship at Peachester UC

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With helpful advice and service, they can find the one for you. They are also getting into the Christmas spirit with a wide range of gift ideas and also Christmas lights.

Offering a carry-to-the-car service for those bulkier items, why would you shop anywhere else?

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Learn about Veggie Gardening

Maleny Library will be hosting a Veggie Gardening workshop on November 29 from 10.00am – 11.30am.

It can be hard to have a constant supply of home-grown food in your garden when many plants are grown seasonally. Join Cath Manuel from ‘Soil to Supper’ to discover how you can make the most of your garden all year round.

Learn about crop rotations and plant staggering. Find out how to care for your soil to maintain its nutrients for years to come.

Learn how to garden organically to limit or avoid pesticides in your food. Get tips to take home and try out in your own garden.

The workshop is free to attend however you will need to book a spot by phoning 1300 542 727.

Christmas Lights Competition & Public Viewing List FREE If you love lighting up your home Entry and sharing the joy with others,

why don’t you let us know your address, either for the competition or just for public viewing?

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Go Green Rainforest Nursery Plant of the Week Daintree Pine

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With Christmas just around the corner, how would you like to have a rare living fossil in your lounge room, patio or backyard? A plant whose ancestors would have seen the passing of the dinosaurs and the formation of our Great Southern land? Fossil records show the Daintree Pine has been around approximately 50 million years since the time of Gondwana. Today it is found in only a handful of small sites in the World Heritage listed Daintree National Park of FNQ. The Daintree Pine is not actually a pine at all but a primitive member of the Casuarina family. The female flowers are red to pink and they are followed by fruits resembling Casuarina cones. It is a very attractive bushy plant which maintains a lovely conical shape that provides great habitat for small nesting birds. This is Australia’s answer to a Christmas tree and it grows beautifully here in SE QLD approximately 3 to 6m high x 2m wide, preferring full sun to semi shade in a well drained situation. It makes a wonderful pot specimen for many years.

If you would like to find out more about some of Australia’s most amazing flora and the fauna they attract then drop in and see the team at Go Green Rainforest Nursery, 2620 Steve Irwin Way, Glenview. Phone 5494 5980 or 0448 509 139.

Email: info@gogreenrainforestnursery.com.au or visit or website at www.gogreenrainforestnursery.com.au Open to the public Monday to Saturday 9.00am until 4.00pm.

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Property of the week

Old charm in Beerburrum

Steeped in local history this interesting early 1920’s bungalow. It has three bedrooms, modern air conditioned comfort to master bedroom, good size study, separate dining, and with a high racked lounge ceiling, you will appreciate the natural air flow.

Plenty of room in the shed with side access for your workbench, storage, cars and bikes.

The property is positioned on a level corner block with the appealing streetscape of Port Jackson Fig trees.

Open the rear French-style door to a lovely private backyard to relax and enjoy the sweet sounds of birdsong. Take care of the gardens using collected water from the 5000 litre rain water tank.

Conveniently located for the commuter with only a short walk to the station – travel to Brisbane and beyond.

Bring your antiques and collectables and create your

own time piece. Handy commuter conveniences, good size block 680m2, corner site, large shed and large carport with the sweet sound of birdsong. $325,000 negotiable.

For more information please call Mike Weaver on 0490 061 749 or 5439 6300.

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This beautiful gently sloping block of 7.4 acres of fertile grassland is divided into 5 paddocks. The land is bordered by tall trees and a picturesque creek that is a natural haven for the abundant bird life. Although it is only 1.5kms from the village of Peachester and 10kms from Beerwah township and the electric rail, this property offers total privacy and peace and quiet. The fully renovated home is of cavity brick construction and is in immaculate condition with dual living zones, a spacious modern kitchen, and 4 large bedrooms with an ensuite to the master. The wraparound verandahs keep the home cool along with the ducted air conditioning. There is also a self contained flat for guests, and great shedding for tools and toys. With solar power, solar hot water, your own water, plus fruit trees, vege patch and chook run, this is a self sustainable lifestyle at its best.

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First time offered for sale is this very large & very inviting family country home situated on an immaculate 6024m2 block with stunning gardens, due to the good water supply from bore & creek and positioned perfectly on the block to take advantage of the breezes & great rural outlook.

This 4 bedroom brick home boasts 2 living areas + large rumpus room, huge timber country kitchen, cosy wood heater, ducted vacuum system, 9ft ceilings throughout, and an amazing amount of storage throughout the home. The master bedroom has a large walk in robe & ensuite, & opens out to the large undercover outdoor patio overlooking your back yard.

Car accommodation is provided for by a 6m x 9m lock up garage with workshop next to the home and 45,000 litre buried water tanks provide ample drinking water.

This immaculately presented country home is a pleasure to inspect and is full of surprises, inspections invited.

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Property of the week

Nature lovers and bird watchers paradise Nestled not far from the centre of Peachester are these three acreage blocks, just perfect for someone looking to enjoy nature but stay within easy reach of all major conveniences.

These bigger than usual lifestyle blocks offer lightly timbered areas, plus open gentle sloping land with home site choices to overlook your own natural paradise.

The options are endless on these fantastic parcels of land. No covenants allow freedom in building options and sheds. They all have excellent access to the bitumen road out the front.

Discover the welcoming community of Peachester, with Beerwah, rail, major shopping and medical facilities just 11 km away.

Property Id: 2668214 Located on Storrs Road, Lots 45, 46 and 48 are amazing value, and at this price they won’t last long.

Lot 45 - 2.9 acres $255,000 Lot 46 - 3.51 acres $240,000 Lot 48 - 2.1 acres $290,000 Call Denise Pinwill on 0410 649 905 to book an inspection today.

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This family home boasts four double + bedrooms all carpeted with built in wardrobes, two bathrooms, two toilets and separate laundry.

Guests will enjoy the outdoors, with magnificent views of two of the Glass House

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This stylish well designed home (built 2006) offers inside and outside entertaining areas. You’ll love relaxing with friends on the huge undercover entertaining area overlooking the gardens, with ‘Coochin Twins Mountain’ in the background. Privacy from the street, and tranquility is assured in this brick home situated towards the end of a cul-de-sac, in a slightly elevated position.

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2 separate bathrooms for the family + master suite with ensuite and walk in robe.

Well placed chef’s kitchen with island bench and breakfast bar in the centre of a huge open plan living area complete with ducted air con and security screens throughout.

Alresco entertaining adjoins pool area. Fully established mostly level 3766m2 block.

Bloodwood Close is a quality acreage precinct on the eastern side of Mooloolah – handy to town, parks and all the recreation facilities at Ewen Maddock Reservoir.

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Best Value Choice in the Hinterland NEW BEERWAH RESIDENTIAL ESTATE

BLOCK SIZES FROM 655-857m2

PRICED FROM $195,000

2750 Old Gympie Road Beerwah (approx 300m to Primary School) Enquiries: John King 0409 570284 johnk@gcfn.com.au www.beerwahrealestate.com.au

Glasshouse Property Sales

NEARLY 2 ACRES Glass House Mountains    

4 Bed, 2 bath split level home. 2 Living areas.

Could be dual living. Double car accommodation.

U/cover patio. Large open paddock. Dam & stable.

Fully fenced 7253m2 of land. Quiet rural setting.

WHAT AN OPPORTUNITY!!!

Beerwah    

$475,000

$420,000

Zoned multi-unit right in town. 2 Bed, 1 bath home.

Solid double brick. Air Cond. Rear verandah.

Carport + single shed. 1820m2 block of land.

Backing onto council park. Right in town.

Kleena Bracken 0429 405 109

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COTTAGE ON ALMOST 1/4 ACRE Glass House Mountains    

$342,000

2 Bed + study. 1 bathroom. 2 WC’s. High ceilings.

Lounge & dining room. Modern 2 Pac kitchen w/DW. VJ Wall panelling. 6in Timber flooring. A/C + fans.

Fireplace. Front & side verandah. 971m2 Block.

GREAT INVESTMENT OR 1st HOME $225,000 Nambour    

2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit. Remote SLUG. Air conditioned + ceiling fans. Very tidy yard.

Close to schools, shopping, rail and hospitals.

Easy care grounds. Low body corporate fees.

Kelvin Brady 0429 003 338

kelvin@glasshousepropertysales.com.au

STREET APPEAL PLUS Glass House Mountains    

$489,000

4 Bed, 2 bath. 2 Pac & waterfall edge stone kitchen.

Soft close drawers. D/W. 2550ht Ceilings. A/C. Sep’ media room. Quality fittings & finishes. DLUG. Well landscaped & fully fenced 672m2 of land.

AUCTION ON-SITE SUNDAY 30th NOV - 12 MIDDAY 299 Neill Road, Diamond Valley - Open Home Saturdays 11.00-Midday

(Mortgage Exercising Power of Sale)    

2 Bedroom + study home with polished timber floors t/out.

Open plan living, dining and kitchen. Rainwater tank.

Laundry, 2nd toilet and car accom. underneath the home.

Covered paved outdoor entertaining area. Over 1&1/2 Acres.

2/7 Reed Street, Glass House Mtns QLD 4518

5438 7722 www.gcnews.com.au

Property of the week 7 Bolwarra Court, Beerwah Immaculate 30 square home (approximately) in the middle of town.

Our vendors have found their new home and are extremely motivated to sell. A great size block of land with an impressively designed large modern home, immaculately presented inside with easy care low maintenance gardens outside with a family size undercover entertaining area. The quality of this four bedroom property is undeniable and low or no maintenance is the key with meticulous attention to detail throughout.

Ultra-modern kitchen with breakfast bar, large pantry, lots of cupboard space, stone benches, gas cooking, double garage, fully fenced, the list is endless. Offers over $450,000.

For more information phone Paul O’Brien on 0427 859 399 or email paul.brien@raywhite.com, or Theo Grigoriou on 0400 321 953, email theo.grigoriou@raywhite.com Open home - Saturday 1.00pm to 1.30pm.

We are hungry for listings!

The next 4 months are statistically the best time of year to sell your home with the largest number of active buyers!

NOW is the time to be on the market.

We can sell your home!

Paul

Andrew

5439 0300 www.gcnews.com.au

Karen

Mention this ad to receive a FREE marketing package to the value of $1000 when you list with us.

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Airconditioning

Pensioner Discounts

ELECTRICAL

AU01246 / L002423

BSA # 615 068

Repairs, Installation & Maintenance to all Air conditioning systems, commercial & residential. Sales of energy efficient Daikin Airconditioners (ducted, wall hung & multi-head split systems) T0137

trucks cars earthmoving trailers

Michael Kossen

Tellum Refrigeration & Airconditioning

Ph: 0410 448 250 - Landsborough

Appliance Repairs

IS NOW MOBILE

ALL AREAS 0407 146 626

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Phone AIR CONDITIONING 0409 266 807 .

DRAGON AIR CONDITIONING

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SUPPLY AND INSTALL INSTALLATION ONLY FREE QUOTES SPLITS & DUCTED SERVICE / CLEAN

5494 1877

Lic 10710

0439 247 266

ABN

BSA # 1132000 / L004114 / AU27232 BSA # 1132000 / L004114 / AU27232

Electrical Appliance Repairs

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Antennas / TV

BEERWAH ELECTRONICS 5494 0466 21 Peachester Road, BEERWAH e & Juli www.beerwahelectronics.com.au Garth ne Sto Email: service@beerwahelectronics.com.au

• Antenna Installation & Repairs • Home Theatre Setups • Phone & Data Outlets • Digital Upgrades • Satellite, Vast • Additional Outlets • Set Top Boxes • TV, DVD, VCR TuningVillage 21 Peachester Turner Park Shopping Road, BEERWAH

Diesel Mechanic

Air Conditioning Refrigeration

 Repairs & maintenance on all diesel 4WD’s, trucks & equipment  Mobile breakdown service available Locally owned with  Rebuilds & repairs on all components over 20 years  Air conditioning repairs & servicing experience  Electronic diagnosis on many makes & models

A Automotive

Moby Vic’s Southbound, Bruce Highway, Glass House Mountains

0411 568 611 or 5493 0062

rrum Service Cent u b r re Bee Ph: 5496 0300

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Lic. No. 6342

• Warranty Servicing, RWC, clutches & brakes • Electronic code scanning

TNT MOBILE MECHANICAL Honest, Reliable Mechanical Repairs & Servicing

0418 755 212

Oxley.Mechanic@hotmail.com

• Automatic Transmission Specialist • Log Book Servicing • Over 15 years experience

WE DO MORE THAN CLEAN!

Mobile Auto Detailing Replacement of Broken/Damaged Parts Accessories Fitting Headlight Rejuvenation All Services Mobile Window Tinting

Call Mick on 0408 700 472 mick.unique.auto@gmail.com

Terry Vost

T0303

A Grade Mechanic Mobile throughout Glass House and Surrounds General Repairs and Maintenance

Email: ja_ross@optusnet.com.au

YOUR SERVICE SOLUTION

• A Grade Mechanic

• Mufflers

Damien Oxley

Jeff & Ann Ross

Mobile: 0429 960 300

T0303

Your Beerwah locals Family owned & operated

0417 199 167

27 735 124 718 LIC NO: 42045

27 735 124 718 LIC NO: 42045

Air Conditioning Refrigeration

MOBILE SERVICE

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

Electrical Appliance Repairs

LANDSBOROUGH AUTO ELECTRICS

Joe & Cathie Roberts

Your Beerwah locals Family owned & operated ABN

www.skinnersautoelectrical.com.au

0434 090 197

0429 213 105 Mobile Mechanical Repairs Your Local Diesel Specialist

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Builders/ Carpenters

CHRIS HALL BUILDERS

“OUR REPUTATION IS YOUR GUARANTEE” 52 Peachester Road BEERWAH

Phone: 5494 0944

Gold Card No.: 24113

Fax: 5494 0957 Email: beerwahtandm@bigpond.com

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To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.

All mechanical repairs & servising to Petrol & Diesel Log book servicing

5493 0552 or 0412 060 184 www.gcnews.com.au

Builders/ Carpenters

NEED A QUALITY BUILDER? THINKING OF RENOVATING? Insurance Repairs Small Jobs Welcome BSA Lic # 1018329

Top2bottom Cleaning Service 5496 9861 or 0408 891 684

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Free Advice - Quote Service

E dean@redbuilding.net.au

www.redbuilding.net.au

Dean Parry

BSA Lic 1129044

Carpenter

Director

All carpentry work M 0417 045 062 T (07) 5494 7117 RenovationsExtensions F (07) 5494 7543 Decks – Home Maintenance E redbuilding@bigpond.com

Ph: Saun 0424 550 057

A 88 King Rd, Mooloolah QLD 4553

Local Looking After Locals

Casual, Weekly & Fortnightly Services ABN 60 627 360 193 Bond Cleans 86076436725 ACN ABN 131 206 089

No Job Too Small

C Computers

Plain - Exposed - Stencil Finishers Shed Slabs, Driveways, Pathways Patios, Under House, House Slab Bobcat hire

PH: 5497 4097 Mob: 0419 797 448

quickconcrete@smartchat.net.au QBSA: 737533

MICHAEL BLAKE

CONCRETERS Barry Jones Computers We come to you!

No call out fee!

ABN 83 143 913 259 BSA Lic No. 1253462

New Installations & Renovations Ph 5439 0108 Email: knmkitchens@iinet.net.au Fax 5439 0109 Web: www.knmkitchens.com.au

Computer sales, service, repairs, upgrades, virus removal, networking, custom builds & more

Ken Muller 0467 490 907 Matthew Muller 0409 936 083

Joinery & Shopfitters

KITCHENS CUT & EDGE SERVICE AVAILABLE

Over 35 years professional experience Over 10 years in Beerwah using qualified tradespeople

• Kitchens • Vanities • Laundries •TV Units • Robes • Appliances • Organised sub trades OFFICE AND SHOWROOM 1/28 BIONDI CRESCENT, BEERWAH T0588

5494 6500

Jobs up to $3,300 until QBSA licence arrives

Call Barry Jones on 0481 322 006 or email barry@bjcomputers.com.au

Electricians

Electrical Services Installations, Repairs, Servicing, Airconditioning Domestic • Commercial • Rural • Industrial BSA Lic. No. 71536 PO Box 578, Beerwah QLD 4519 Office: 5493 0054 Fax: 5493 0027

15+ years experience – Beerwah based

Onsite repairs & servicing – custom-builds Internet & email – data recovery, etc.

0437 625 269 (8.00am to 8.00pm)

Adam: 0414 482 037 karenandadam8@bigpond.com.au

CONCEPT I.T. SYSTEMS Apple Authorised Reseller Apple Authorised Service Provider

Shop 6 Riverside Centre 2 Maple St, Maleny

COMPUTERS SALES SERVICE SUPPORT

Lic No 67745

* Installation * Air Conditioning * Split Systems Ph 5492 9502 Mob: 0409 549 295

NFL Electrical Nathan 0417 040 291

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

Your Electrical and Lighting Retailer

Hale Carpet Cleaning Family Owned and Operated

Ceiling Fans Lighting Air Conditioners

5499 9926

Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm

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• Carpets, Rugs, Curtains, Cars • Lounge Suites (Fabric and Leather) • Stain Removal, Tile & Grout Cleaning • Carpet, Upholstery & Tile Protection • Concrete Paths, Patios & Driveways

Call Brad & Kaylene Hale, your local carpet cleaning professionals

ABN 89 058 455 025

ALL DOMESTIC - COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL

M: 0458 637 469

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blakey04@westnet.com.au

Computer Consultant and Technician

E: sales@conceptsystems.com.au W: www.conceptsystems.com.au

SPECIAL RATES FOR LOCALS

0418 726 900

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John Walton BBus (InfSys)

5429 6750

EEs FQRuote

• Plain, exposed & coloured concrete • House slabs & footings • Epoxy flake seamless finishes

T0389

NOW AT Unit 1/1 Roys Rd Beerwah

QBCC# 044055

Cabinetmakers

GEORGE GLENDINNING

0417 797 430 ACN 075 810 463 BSA 77142

Darrell & Jocelyn Byrnes

0419 659 521

QBSA 24630

Phone Les McDermott

Quick Concrete

Georgia 0418 681 295

LICENSED BUILDER ALL ASPECTS OF BUILDING WORK RENOVATIONS / EXTENSIONS MAINTENANCE / REPAIRS QUALITY WORK 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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PO Box 32, Landsborough, Qld 4550

BSA Lic. #1018329

MAL PASK

QBCC 25243

› Domestic › Commercial › Industrial

mattandmollycarter@hotmail.com ABN: 64526718099

QBSA 1155593

Pty Ltd

ALL CONCRETING

Commercial Residential Bond Cleans

CALL YOUR LOCAL BUILDER

M 0417 045 062

Karsel CONCRETING

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Bathrooms Timber Decks Pergolas

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Lic. No. 70875

New Homes Extensions Renovations

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Phone 5438 7445 to advertise your business

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41 Caloundra Rd, Caloundra

5413 2500

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Electricians Cont.

Same day response Free Quotes Fully insured

Give us a go! No Job is Too Small Lighting New Homes Pumps

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

Call Greg Small ph 5494 9199 mob 0404 903 801

Your local Jim services all areas call 131546

Lic # 74935

Ceiling Fans Switchboards Phone & Data Lighting Power Points Safety Switches New Houses & Renovations

Free Quotes, Friendly service & advice JIM 0400 117 803 SCOTT 0401 740 592

NEED A GOOD ELECTRICIAN? Friendly & reliable

JON JEPSON

FREE POWERPOINT SAFETY CHECK

Lic 76085

60/hr CALL JON DIRECT TODAY

1300 50 20 90

Garden Clean ups Gutter Cleaning Whipper Snipping Pruning

E:kamkilcoy@bigpond.com

Large Acreage Mowing Rubbish Removed

www.kamconstructions.com

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

MOWING & ALL GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Pruning | Mulching | Rubbish Removal | Experienced Local Operator

Phone Michael 0447 341 241

Greenscape

Home and Garden Services

Mowing

*Winter Weed Spraying*Hedge Trimming *Pressure Washing *Stump Grinding *Rubbish Removal *Garden Maintenance & Rejuvenation *Senior Discounts

0498 638 192

Beerwah & Surrounds

Green Guyz Gardening From general lawn mowing & yard maintenance to total garden tranformations

Also...High pressure cleaning, Tree lopping and Retaining walls

PHONE TERRY 0427 948 997

ACW Electrical Pty Ltd Lic. No. 78020

Quality Workmanship on Domestic Installations & Repairs

Mobile: 0427 170 235 Fencing

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

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

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

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Phone 5494 8900

FIRST CALL FENCING

your local licensed contractor

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

email: matt@firstcallfencing.com.au QBSA LIC1139536

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LP Gas Suppliers

5493 0493

G Glass & Security A & K Glass and Aluminium Servicing the Hinterland all areas

4 Railway Street, Landsborough www.landsboroughscreens.com.au

LOW COST GLASS REPLACEMENT

Free • Windows quotes • Doors

0427 836 328 Rubbish Removal Gutter Cleaning All Property Maintenance Commercial & Domestic All Your Handyman Jobs Big or Small

QBCC Lic: L 1117342

0439 875 031 ABN 34 301 654 469

C B Chapman

Suncoast Lawn Care

 Lawn Care  Spring Cleans  Rubbish Removal  Odd Jobs  Maintenance

L P G A S

0490 127 714

Mob: 0431 476 318  Acreage  Bond & Sale Preps

• Maintenance

5493 0374

H Handyman Services Rick’s

ALL MAINTENANCE

24+ years experience Free in all types of home maintenance Quotes repairs, painting & minor renovations small acreage mowing

Ph. 5494 9400 or 0401 674 126

For all your general handyman work Interior or Exterior Jobs up to $3,300

T0322

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

KLM

Call “Chappy”

www.suncoastlawncare.com.au

20 Tytherleigh Ave, Landsborough

G Gas

A1 MOWING SERVICE

*Mowing *Wipper Snipping *Garden Clean up

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Mays Mowing Service

LOCAL ELECTRICIAN Jim McMahon Electrical Domestic/Commercial/Industrial

$

Call 0409 341 261

www.jimsmowing.net

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

Powerpoints & lighting Pools, spas & sheds

BSA Licence no 60108

* Mowing * Rubbish removals * Pruning * Garden cleanups * Ride on work * Gutters cleaned

Prompt, friendly service

AIRCONDITIONING All types of electrical work

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T0047

For all your electrical needs

T0392

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A local Glasshouse Mountains family owned & operated business that takes pride in offering good old fashion prompt reliable friendly service

No Job Too Small

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 Free Quotes  Pensioner Discount  Fully Insured

Call Mark 0428 328 103 Over 15 years experience Jobs Up To $3300

ABN 67 710 267 498

www.gcnews.com.au

Quality Workmanship

• Replace Laserlite • Repair / Replace Gutters, Fascia, Flashing & Eaves • Gutter Cleans

Sanders Hinterland Home Maintenance

(Value of $3,300 or less)

0407 657 588

QBCC 1116588

Husband & Wife Team specialising in:

• Plaster repairs & external rendering FREE • Pergolas, carports, decks & paving QUOTES • Small renovations • Bathroom makeovers 25 years building experience Prompt service • All general work

Rick & Lynne 0419 332 125

rickandlynne@gmail.com

ABN 81672497508

Phone Shane Robins 0418 900 705 a/h 5494 6425

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• Tiling • Concreting • Replace / Fit Doors & Locks • Re-mesh Screens

Panel Beating

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

General Repairs / Maintenance • Carpentry • Timber Deck Maintenance • Painting • Plastering • Patching Holes

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BEERWAH LANDSCAPING

Offering you a variety of services:

• Restoration • Panel Beating • Welding • Spray Painting • Smash/Rust Repairs

• Landscaping • Tree Lopping • Garden Makeovers • Rubbish Removal • Handyman Work • Gutter Cleaning • Pressure Cleaning • Drain Jetting Fully Insured

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Tytherleigh Avenue (Behind Landsborough Tyres)

Jamie 5494 1044

Pest Control

Painters

STEVE GASTALDIN

Jobs up to $3,300

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Dan - 0421 785 408

QBSA 1091741

H Handyman Services

New Work Repaints Roofs Driveways Pressure Cleaning

PAINTERS

H Hire FIRST 0407 946 061

Supporting Environmentally Friendly Paint

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• Decks • House & Roof Washing PAINTING Do It Right Davie McIntyre Choose Brush Right Painting 0420 662 811 / 5496 9540 Glass House Mountains L

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P: 0416 214 723 E: colsmaintenance@live.com.au

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Husband & Wife Team

PAINTERS  Free Quotes  30 years experience

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Email pkriseley@hotmail.com Work up to $3,300 | BN: 26 802 872 147

FINAL COAT

Painting & Decorating Pty. Ltd.

Quality Commercial, Domestic & Rural Painting & Decorating

GEORGE GLENDINNING

fixitrightqld@gmail.com

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• PATHWAYS/STAIRS • UNIQUE GARDENS & GARDEN FEATURES

GRAHAM RENWICK

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

Ph: 0418 204 159 a/h: 5494 0830

Phone 5438 7445

to advertise your business www.gcnews.com.au

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• PAVING & STONEWORK • RETAINING WALLS • DRIVEWAYS • POOL SURROUNDS • OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS

new homes repaints seamless flooring texture coats high pressure exterior cleaning pensioner

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Shane 0414608757 AFFORDABLE PAINTING SERVICES No Job Too Small Pensioner Discounts

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LEAK DETECTION Locating:

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Burst water pipes Rainwater tanks Telstra Drains accredited Pools Fully Insured

Dan Flynn 0437687709

S.A. SELLWOOD

Reasonable Rates Dulux Accredited

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FRIDGE DOOR SEALS

5 TONNE EXCAVATOR

TREVOR SANDERSON

Tilting head, auger, rock grab, & hammer

POSITRACK

4-in-one bucket (tilting), levelling bar, auger, trencher, forks & laser

Phone John Baker on 0409 20 64 64

e: 2bobearthworks@gmail.com w: 2bobearthworks.com.au

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

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Various Grass Varieties Available Professional Laying Service Supply  Deliver  Pick-up

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Leigh: 0418 714 860 E: leighflower@bigpond.com Licensed and Insured

Maintenance Specialist

• Hydraulic Rock Grab

• Fully Insured, Free Quotes Glenview Brad 0439 669 638

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Old Gympie Rd, Landsborough

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0419 659 709

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LEAKING SHOWERS

0419 732 364 or 0419 704 408

call Sarah on 5438 7445

Est. 1990

Septic Services EPA LICENSED COUNCIL APPROVED

Lic’d Plumber & Drainer QBSA 77755

General Earthworks - Driveways & Landscaping

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Sunshine Coast and Maleny Judo Club success at championships The competitors pictured from left are They all won Gold Medals at the recent Qld Judo Championships in Brisbane. The boys all had an outstanding day and demonstrated good sportsmanship and courage throughout the day. This is an excellent result for the Sunshine Coast Region. Four competitors from the region won five Gold medals with Harry Cauley contesting two age groups, winning the u17yo and u20yo under 60kg divisions. You cannot get much better than five out of four. All of the boys are now training for the Australian Judo Championships. If there is anyone interested in corporate sponsorship to help defray costs of accommodation and travel expenses you can contact Maleny Judo club Coach Glen Cauley on 0417 079 515.

Well done boys for a fantastic Harry Cauley (Maleny Judo Club), Niels Whitely (Sunshine Coast Judo Club), Mitch Lloyd (Sunshine Coast Judo Club) and Ben effort.

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Two local ladies recently competed in the Pan Pacific Masters Games held on the Gold Coast from November 1 - 9.

Desley Palmer and Eve O’Mara (pictured) both played women’s touch football, and both ladies playing in teams much younger than their years.

After dealing with Gold Coast storms at night and the heat of the day, both ladies teams found themselves playing for a bronze medal position. Desley’s team (Margareta’s) unfortunately lost a hard fought play off 4 - 0.

Eve’s team (ECB Chicks) dug deep to win the bronze medal 7 - 2. This was the 8th game that the team had played within 72 hours.

Both ladies would like to thank their team mates for a great games tournament and look forward to competing again in future years.

Glasshouse Cricket Club

Contributed by Frank Doonan All the senior teams are playing one day games at the moment.

Division 1 - Glasshouse 6 for 267 def Tewantin-Noosa all out 115 Division 2 - Glasshouse 9 for 183 def by Tewantin-Noosa 8 for 184 Division 4 - Glasshouse 264 def Burpengary 160 Under 12’s - Glasshouse 3 for 59 def by Flinders 6 for 113 Next week second and third divisions play at home so pop down and support the boys.

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Rodney Platt 25 def Brendan Freshwater, Brian Saunders and Chris Freshwater 9; and in the Contributed by Trevor Bertram Semi-final on Saturday, Margaret Beasley, Clive Jackpot Triples last Wednesday was won by Sinton and Kevin Beasley 23 def Brian Larkin, Grahame Young, Julie Palmer and Stephen Joy Reason and Warren Blackbourne 12.

Palmer with the Lowest Winning Margin of +1.

The Diggers vs. Civvies Remembrance Day The Runners-up were Rae Farrell, Kerry Capern Challenge was to be played on Sunday but was and Rob Farrell with +4 and the Mystery Prize postponed due to the hot weather forecast. It will went to Jenny Hobson, Brian Saunders and be rescheduled at a later date, possibly around Chris Freshwater. The Jackpot was not won.

The next Jackpot Triples day will be Wednesday, Anzac Day. Our annual Christmas luncheon and presentation December 10. of trophies will be held on Saturday, December Thursday’s ‘Open Pairs’ was won by Brian Saunders and Rob Scullion with two wins and the 6 commencing at 11.45am. Tickets may be purchased from the Bowls Office on playing days highest score of 33; and the Runners-up, being by no later than Thursday, November 27. the Winners of the Losers with a score of 19 in Coming Events:Game 2 were Allan Pashby and Jonathan Orr. The ‘Wooden Spoon’ prize for the lowest score in Monthly Two Bowl Triples – Monday, November 24 at 9.00am. either game went to Graham Nicholson and Ron Some of the players enjoying the recent ‘Forever Rix. Young’ Charity Day for the Cancer Council In the Club Certified Mixed Triples Competition on Friday, Millie Freshwater, Wendy Platt and

Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club

Contributed by Jill Forster The 2014/15 cricket season commenced, Saturday, October 4. This season Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club has fielded four teams in the Sunshine Coast Junior Competition – Under 10, 12 and 14 and 16 and four teams in the Senior Competition – Divisions 1, 2, 3 and 4.

The Under 10 games are played under lights on Friday nights at various venues around the Sunshine Coast, with Glasshouse Districts Cricket Club being host venue, holding four games at Glasshouse Mountains Sports Ground on Friday, October 31.

We also have 15 enthusiastic five to eightyear-olds participating and having fun in the Milo in2CRICKET (previously Have-A-Go) program. The club would like to thank Bernie McMahon who is again running the sessions for the program. The Milo in2CRICKET program is beneficial to the future of our junior cricket with nine members of our Under 10 team this season having previously participated in the program.

The committee is extremely pleased to announce that our major junior sponsor, Hy-Tec Concrete, has renewed their sponsorship for all the club’s junior teams for another season with this being their 7th season. The committee is very excited to welcome Maleny Apex Club as the major senior sponsor for this season which will see them sponsor the club’s Division 1, 2, 3 and 4 teams.

The club would like to welcome Mr Brian Tonge, new owner of Subway, Beerwah as a junior team sponsor this season. We would also like to take this opportunity to welcome back our other valuable sponsors – Braetop Berries, Scooters & Mobility, Jeff Brown Electrical, Woodlands, Beerwah Hotel and Justemp Hire –Temporary Pool Fencing Specialist. Your continued support is much appreciated.

Without the support of all our sponsors the club would not be able to operate and keep fees to a minimum. The club encourages everyone to support our sponsors whenever possible.

The club would also like to thank Go Turf and Wildhorse Turf for their assistance with the upgrade of the club’s No 2 turf wicket prior to the commencement of the season.

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Contributed by Jill Kirchheiner Friday Night Tennis – All tennis season fees are due by November 21 (semifinals night). For the semi-finals Division 2 will be playing at the Glasshouse School courts at 4.30pm.

Playing at Glasshouse sports Club will be Continuous Tennis ‘A’ at 3.30pm, Division 3/ Peewee 1 at 4.30pm and Division 1 at 5.30pm.

Please make sure that you arrive prior to match starting time. Good luck to all the teams on the night. If you have any queries please contact Katya. For any enquiries regarding the Friday night tennis please ring Katya on 5494 9464.

All players and their families are invited to come along and cheer on the players in the finals followed by the presentation and break-up on November 28. If you know you are attending could you please let Katya know to help with the catering for the break-up. Also a big thank you to all the players, including the fill-in players throughout the season.

Below are the scores up to November 14 and the matches to be played for the semi-finals Div 1 – Murray-236, Djokovic-198, Federer-136, Nadal-126 Semi-finals – Murray v Nadal and Djokovic v Federer at Glasshouse Sports club at 5.30pm Div 2 – Daisy-132, Heidi-71, Jac-51 To be played as per match sheet supplied at Glasshouse State School at 4.30pm.

Div 3/Peewee 1 – Yonex-176, Babolat-163, Wilson-139, Dunlop-136, Head-114, Prince-85 Semi-finals – Yonex vs. Dunlop and babolat vs.

Wilson at Glasshouse Sports Club at 4.30pm.

Continuous ‘A’ – Hot Dogs-134, Hot Chips-128, Chiko Rolls-106, Dagwood Dogs-105, Meat Pies104, Sausage Rolls-74 Semi-finals – Hot Dogs vs. Dagwood Dogs and Hot Chips vs. Chiko Rolls at Glasshouse Sports Club at 3.30pm.

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Contributed by Jenny Kelly With such great weather, it is wonderful to see so many ladies on the course soaking up the sunshine. We had 62 girls out to play a two Ball Ambrose for trophies generously donated by Glasshouse Country Meats.

The lucky pair who will sample the delights of Michelle and Murray’s butcher shop are Heather Henn and Brenda Briese.

Unfortunately, there was a bit of a glitch in the recording of the results of the day and I can’t give you the actual scores.

However, these great mates came in with the best score of the day. Runners up were Rosemary Collins and Fay Barry and they will also be heading off to Glasshouse Country meats in the near future. The second runners up were Betty Howe and Jill Downes.

Nearest to the pins went to Fay Barry on number 2, Marie Norton on 5 and Denise Kirkby on the 16th.

First Division on 18 went to Sue Greentree, while 2nd division went to Faye Raven. The ball rundown went to 72 Winners Heather and Brenda 1/2. Thanks again to Murray and Michelle for sponsoring the day. Only three weeks until our Christmas Breakup party, so better dust off the tinsel ladies.

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Contributed by Jenny Morris We are having our annual Xmas Break-Up On Sunday, November 23 from 3.00pm. All players both junior and senior are invited. To help with the catering could you please bring along a plate of food to share. This is always a great day and the children really enjoy water bombing our coach.

Our AGM is also being held on November 23 at 3.00pm. Please consider coming along and hearing how our club is going and maybe consider helping in some small way to make us a better club.

The Monday night fixtures are now finished with semis and finals to be contested. Our Division 2 team, the Maddogs, and Division 4 team, the Vipers, are in the running for the premiership.

Good luck to all players in the finals.

Our six junior teams are playing well and will have a break over xmas before starting again in late January to finish off their season. Our coach, Ray reports that the teams are doing well.

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SAGITTARIUS November 23 – December 22 This week may hold a bonanza for you, and you should at least buy a lottery ticket or a scratchie! This is because the new Moon is in your sign and ready for new starts over the next month. You should fly high and happily on your instincts and by the weekend, write out your annual birth day wish list.

CAPRICORN December 23 – January 19 Your ruler, Saturn, is at the end of its transit of Scorpio and it may have held you captive in overly restrictive friendships. For over two years you may have felt isolated from your friends and family. This weekend the new Moon heats up your generous, creative and benevolent side. Feel more sympathy.

AQUARIUS January 20 – February 19 This is getting to be a very powerful month for you with those planets, Mars and Pluto in your house of inner awareness. If all the recent stress between your work and personal relationships has crushed your inner calm, the new Moon this weekend in your social sector, is just what the Doctor ordered!!

butcher follows him off the bus. The dog runs up to a house and drops his bag of lamb chops on the step. The dog goes back down the path, takes a big run, and throws himself - whap!- against the door.

He does this again and again. No answer. So he jumps on a wall, walks around the garden, beats his head against a window, jumps off, and goes back and waits at the front door.

A big guy opens the door and starts cursing and shouting at the dog. The butcher runs up and screams at the guy. "What the hell are you doing?

This dog's a genius!" The owner responds, "genius?!”

It's the second time this week he’s forgotten his key!"

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Week beginning 19/11/14 CANCER June 22 – July 22 Keep your feet on the ground where work and health decisions are concerned. This new Moon in the sign of Sagittarius warns against acting on vague impressions. Your inspirations are strong but so too is the possibility of being misled. The week will be all about revitalising your health and wellbeing.

LEO July 23 – August 22 This new Moon week offers weeks of pleasure, romance, joyful parenting and creativity. Being close to the infamous Christmas spending week, be careful with exaggerations and indulgent price tags. Don’t engage in power struggles, just power up on your own abilities, and accomplish your own ambitions now.

VIRGO August 23 – September 22 This is a new Moon weekend when the Moon enters the first degree of Sagittarius. This affects home and property matters. It may bring feelings of insecurity. Fortunately the direct stations of Neptune and Chiron in Pisces give you the sensitivity you have sought within your own heart. It’s Heaven at home!

LIBRA September 23 – October 22 If you are spending money to reform your place of living over Christmas you will enjoy the search and look for lasting resale value and refurbishment potential with Venus, the Sun and Mercury in very congenial places in your chart. With Neptune in Chiron going direct in Pisces will restore all your investments.

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PISCES February 20 – March 20 With this new Moon weekend coming in the sign of Sagittarius it warns to be careful in your dealings with bombastic, overloading, controlling people. With Venus, the Sun and Mercury coming in on Sagittarius show off what you can do on the professional stage. Set a visionary path to future career successes.

ARIES March 21 – April 20 You should be feeling more compatible this week under the enjoyable theme of Venus entering the fun-loving Sagittarius sign from November 16 followed by the Sun and the new Moon on November 22.

These friendly planets light up your zone of congenial camaraderie and inspired new intellectual perspectives.

TAURUS April 21 – May 21 Hopefully you will let Venus, which is entering fun loving Sagittarius this week on November 16 followed by the Sun, Moon and Mercury. This brings lighter more open and adventurous moments to the intimate time you spend with others. There is a strong suggestion of naturopathic oils and massages now.

GEMINI May 22 – June 21 Saturn now makes its last stand in the sign of Scorpio and in your sixth sector of health, work and service. With Venus, the Sun and Jupiter pointing to new starts this week, you will see a way out of any fights or violent outbursts. The new Moon by the weekend opens the doors to some interesting encounters.

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As a butcher is shooing a dog from his shop, he sees $10.00 and a note in the dog’s mouth, reading: "10 lamb chops, please." Amazed, the butcher takes the money, puts a bag of chops in the dog's mouth, and quickly closes his shop. He follows the dog and watches him wait for a green light, look both ways, and trot across the road to a bus-stop. The dog checks the timetable and sits on the bench. When a bus arrives, the dog walks around to the front and looks at the number of the bus then boards the bus. The butcher follows, dumbstruck at what he is seeing. As the bus travels out into the suburbs, the dog takes in the scenery. After awhile he stands on his back paws to push the ‘stop’ bell, then the

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Poppies set the tone for Remembrance Day There was plenty of interest from locals who passed by Maleny RSL last Monday and Tuesday morning. They had the opportunity to admire the handy work of the creative locals who had handmade over 1,000 red woollen poppies for strategic placement around the cenotaph and garden area in front of the RSL building.

The poppies created a dramatic setting for this yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Remembrance Day service which drew a crowd from across the country.

Maleny RSL welcomed a large group from C Coy 2 RAR Association that were having their biennial reunion at Caloundra, and combined with local attendance; the day drew a significant crowd.

The 5th Maleny Lighthorse Troop paraded down Maple Street before entering the RSL grounds, members of TS Centaur formed the Catafalque Party around the Cenotaph, and students from both Maleny High and Primary Schools attended.

With next ANZAC Day marking the 100 year anniversary since the landing on Gallipoli, the RSL plan to create an even larger display of poppies.

If you would like to participate in creating more of the poppies for April 25 next year contact Helen Gilmour Walsh on 0418 163 118.

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Glasshouse Country News has been an integral part of the local community now for almost 30 years, and we are incredibly proud to provide a voice for the community and local business week in / week out.

And we’re now very excited to have expanded to cover Maleny and surrounds through the launch of the Maleny News edition.

Being an independently owned newspaper means we are different to other newspapers. We value you – our clients and our readers – and work hard at building strong long-term relationships.

Here at GCNews, we celebrate our difference.

We encourage and value your input and are open to new ideas and new ways of doing things.

Whether you phone or drop into the GCNews office, there’s a fair chance the first person you’ll speak to is Sarah, our receptionist.

Her extensive array of duties includes handling all customer and phone enquiries, handling advertisement proofs and changes, taking classified ads, photography, being a whizz with the photocopier and generally keeping the office functioning well.

Overall, Sarah is a central and critical part of the GCNews team.

According to Sarah, one of the favorite parts of her job is being able to get out of the office with her camera.

“I love being able to get out into the community, take photos and meet new people, and help cover events,” she says.

While Sarah is well known around the local area, with her trademark smile and bubbly personality, one thing many aren’t aware of is her penchant for garage sales. In the office, she’s commonly referred to as our classified queen – our very own garage sale guru.

So the next time you want to talk with us about advertising your business, submitting a story, telling us about an event, or just placing a garage sale or other classified, give Sarah a call.

Sarah can be reached on 5438 7445, or email reception@gcnews.com.au

We are there when you need us and understand that advertising should be working its hardest for you and your business. Our commitment is that we will be doing the same.

Flexibility is a cornerstone of our advertising programs. We understand that sometimes you’ll need to do more advertising and sometimes you’ll need to do less.

And that’s OK by us.

We value and treat each and every one of our advertising clients with the same respect, courtesy and dedication – no matter how big or small they are.

All of our staff are here to help you build your business, as your success is our success.

Our advertising, editorial and design teams have many years of

experience. We believe in, and value highly, the integrity, commitment and skill of all our staff.

This is what makes the weekly Glasshouse Country News and the monthly Maleny and Glasshouse Country News, a great choice for your local advertising and promotions.

We have built up a reputation based on results, customer service and value for money.

Our difference is how we treat our customers, our attention to detail, and the way we welcome your input.

That is our enduring commitment to you. For us, it isn’t about us reaching our sales targets; it is about you reaching yours.

Carol has been in the publishing industry for almost 10 years, with eight of those being at GCNews (with a break to have twins).

Carol is the face that businesses see most often. She is our ‘business enhancement executive’ – enhancing your business that is.

“I feel really fortunate to be working here at Glasshouse Country News,” says Carol.

“When I first joined GCNews, as the sales coordinator, what immediately impressed me was the strong team environment and how dedicated and passionate the rest of the staff are in relation to their work and the local region.

“Everyone really enjoys playing their part in bringing the newspaper out each week and are proud of the important place it has in the local community.

“However, I would have to say that it is the GCNews’ approach to business – seeing clients as individuals, working hard over time to develop good relationships and really getting to understand the needs and expectations of the different clients – is what I love the most,” she says.

“This approach works well for me; as I believe it is my role to create great ads and to get the best results possible for my clients and their businesses. To do this you need to have a depth of knowledge and understanding about the local business environment and not just a one size fits all approach.”

If you are in business and you haven’t had the chance to meet Carol, she is happy to organise a time to suit you to have a ‘no pressure chat’ about what we can offer you.

Carol works mostly Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (and sometimes Mondays), and the rest of the time you’ll find her chasing after her twin four-year-olds.

If you give the office a call on 5543 7445 or email Carol directly on advertising@gcnews.com.au she’ll organise some time to catch up with you.

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