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Grandparents rock on their special day!

GRANDPARENTS Day on Sunday 6 November is a chance for everyone to thank grandparents for their love and support and for grandparents to bask in their special day in the sun.

Queenslanders will start rocking with their grandparents in many ways – by attending a local event, organising their own special activity, or simply spending time together doing something all the generations can enjoy.

Queenslanders are being urged to let grandparents know how much they rock by joining in the Grandparents Day celebrations.

The theme of the day this year is ‘Grandparents Rock!’ It will be a fun way to celebrate grandparents and will remind Queenslanders to let their grandparents know how much they mean to them.

“From playing with the grandchildren to providing guidance and support to parents, grandparents rock in so many ways,” said Ms Karen Struthers who encouraged Queenslanders to get behind Grandparents Day and to thank the grandparents in their lives.

At Sunshine Coast Seniors newspaper we also want to recognise and reward grandparents – see pages 24 and 25 inside this issue for details of how you can win a $100 shopping voucher in our grandparents’ photo competition. Some of the best photos already entered in the competition also feature inside.

To find out more about Grandparents Day, visit www.communities.qld.gov.au or phone 1300 135 500.

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In a series of events held across Australia last week Movember introduced this year’s campaign creative – the Country Gentleman. In recognition of craftsmanship, the focus for 2011 is on items made with pride, handmade as opposed to mass produced, possessions that last the test of time. These are things that a Country Gentleman treasures. These are things that a Movember man treasures.

Throughout the month of Movember, moustaches seen roaming the streets will be hand brushed and crafted with pride, as unique as the Mo Bro who has selflessly donated his upper lip for one month to help raise awareness of men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and depression.

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VIEW Club members amongst The Sculptures

GLASSHOUSE Country VIEW Club visited Maroochydore Botanic Garden for morning tea and lunch on Wednesday 5th October. The garden is set amongst 82 hectares of eucalypt and riparian forest with creeks, lagoons, walking tracks, glades, artworks, picnic tables and a myriad of native plants.

In 2005 the Garden proudly hosted the Stone International Symposium and over a period of 15 days six international and two Australian sculptures created 13 pieces of art.

These sculptures are now displayed within the in-

spiring Bushland Sculpture Garden.

Our VIEW Club meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Anyone who would like to join the VIEW Club would be most welcome. Please contact Joy on 5439 9049 or Lydia on 5438 7894 who will be pleased to supply further information.

VIEW clubs are a valued part of the Smith Family which is a national, independent children’s charity committed to helping disadvantaged Australian children by unlocking opportunities through education and support.

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CAN it really be Christmas in under two months? Sunshine Coast Council’s annual Christmas Tree Trail will bigger and better than ever and the community is invited to celebrate the official launch of the festive season on Wednesday 23 November at Mooloolaba. Keep your eye on local newspapers for more details as the time draws nearer.

These are not your average Christmas trees – they range in size and species – from fabulous Figs to pretty Paperbarks, and each will have a unique set of dazzling decorations.

The trail began two years ago when council spoke with Sunshine Coast communities about how they celebrate Christmas and what they’d like to see in their region to mark the occasion. Resoundingly, locals asked for Christmas trees to be displayed in places where everyone could enjoy them.

Environmentally friendly Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting features

across all of the trees, in keeping with council’s vision for the Sunshine Coast to be Australia’s most sustainable region – vibrant, green and diverse.

And for the first time,

council will use new scan-code technology to enable passersby to download the ‘story behind the tree’ with a simple swipe of their iphones and smart phones.

Remembering “My Mum”

The Caloundra Coast Guard’s Memorial Wall on Caloundra Headland is providing a great way for people to keep their loved ones lives in their thoughts.

The Wall was set up on a beautiful spot.

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SENIORS NEWS Noosa Care Inc – Staff Appreciation Award

(From left) Casey Slaughter, (Registered Nurse), Mary Griffin, (Personal Carer), Megan D’Elton (CEO)Shona King (Administration) and Kim McCallum (Administration).

NOOSACARE Inc recently awarded four staff members in recognition of their contribution to the residents of Carramar and Kabara Aged Care facilities at their recent Annual General Meeting.

Residents, relatives, friends and service providers were given the opportunity to nominate staff who they consider work above and beyond expectations in providing exceptional care and services to the residents of NoosaCare.

“The hard work and extra effort displayed by staff has not gone unnoticed and their loyalty and service to our residents is of great value to our company”, said Megan D’Elton, CEO. The Staff Appreciation Award will be an annual event. This year’s winners received a travel gift voucher and a Certificate of Appreciation.

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Scrap super age limits and stamp duty

OLDER Australians have called on government to scrap stamp duty and age limits on the superannuation guarantee at the Tax Forum in Canberra.

Currently, employers are not required to pay superannuation towards workers aged over 69, despite an official drive to keep

Australians working longer as the population ages.

National Seniors chairman and leading economist Professor Judith Sloan said superannuation age limits were inconsistent with espoused labour market trends.

“We’re getting mixed

messages,” she said. “On the issue of super guarantee age limits, it’s time for Government to put their money where their mouth is.”

“Employers are being told to value older workers, but just not to the extent that a 70-year-old is granted the same super-

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Computer technology being what it is, this is taking a little longer than we anticipated, but we would like to thank all our readers for their patience.

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annuation benefits afforded a 30-year-old,” she said.

“Seniors aren’t asking for special treatment, we’re asking for the same treatment.”

“To allow older workers equal access to the superannuation guarantee is consistent and fair.”

The other issue is stamp duty. This tax, which varies from state to state, acts as a disincentive for retirees downsizing to agefriendly accommodation.

“National Seniors research reveals that many older Australians are forced to sell up as the family home or garden becomes impossible to maintain,” said Professor Sloan.

“Often, those who stay, do so for financial reasons such as stamp duty”. “Those financial pressures are compounding as more of us move into retirement with mortgages”.

“Add stamp duty to the equation and downsizing seniors are forced into city fringes or regional areas away from health facilities and social networks built over a lifetime.” Diminishing superannuation returns in a global financial downturn would either force Australians to delay retirement, adding impetus to calls to improve the employment prospects of older workers or it will require government to extend the 2008 drawdown concession on market-linked allocated pension funds.

For the record, National Seniors is opposed to extending the GST to unprocessed food and health services which would exacerbate cost of living pressures. However, the GST was not discussed at the Tax Forum.

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SENIORS NEWS Kawana Waters VIEW Club celebrate 18th Birthday

Bowlers take to the greens for 11th annual tournament

KAWANA Waters VIEW Club is celebrating its 18th Birthday with a Birthday Luncheon on Wednesday 23rd November at Headland Golf Club, Golf Links Road, Buderim. Time - 11 for 11.30 a.m. The theme for our party this year is “BLACK, WHITE and BLING”. Entertainment is included so come celebrate with us, this will be an enjoyable and fun filled day.

Non members and visitors are always welcome to attend any of our functions.

Kawana Waters VIEW Club is a social and friendship club for women of all ages. We hold monthly luncheon meetings, with a Guest Speaker, at Headland Golf Club, Buderim and a monthly social get-together at a variety of destinations around the Sunshine Coast. If you enjoy good company in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere please join us. A warm welcome is assured. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women. VIEW clubs are a valued part of The Smith Family, committed to helping disadvantaged Australian children by unlocking opportunities through education. If you require any information about VIEW or would like to attend our special Birthday Luncheon please phone Mattie 5493 7432 or Pat 5438 1896. (Birthday Luncheon bookings please phone by Wednesday 9th November).

Noosa U3A Seventy-two players from Sunshine Coast retirement villages contested the annual Lend Lease Inter-village Bowls Day

MORE than 70 lawn bowlers took to the greens of the Buderim Bowls Club on Monday 3 October to contest the annual Lend Lease Inter-village Bowls Day, a tournament held since 2000.

All events on the day were mixed men’s and ladies’, with competitors fielded by five Lend Lease retirement villages on the Sunshine Coast: Hibiscus Chancellor Park, Hibiscus Bellflower, Buderim Gardens, Hibiscus Noosa and Hibiscus Nambour.

“The brand new synthetic greens of the Buderim Bowls Club were a new experience for everyone but they all seemed to get the hang of it after the first game,” said organiser Bob Bateman.

Bob, who has been playing bowls for 15 years – and is considered a novice by some of his fellow competitors – played on his home team of Hibiscus Chancellor Park, but Hibiscus Bellflower were victorious. Their team of Merv McNeil, Phil Darlingson and Jill McNeil were the overall winners, with Geoff Harry, Max Taylor and Betty Freebody as runners up.

In all, nine teams won prize money with the overall winners also taking home the trophy.

Next year this fun but fiercely fought day will be organised by Hibiscus Noosa and played in the northern part of the coast.

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ON Friday 4 November, Noosa U3A will present Dr Ken Lynn’s History of Science 5.

Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz - Their Life and Times 1643-1727 Newton was one of the few men who could be called a scientific genius equally at home with mathematics, physics, astronomy and experimental investigation.

This strange man effectively founded physics as a hard-nosed mathematical discipline while pursuing alchemy and biblical interpretation as well as a having a short political career, becoming a driving Master of the Mint and head of the Royal Society. Leibniz was a more cheerful and philosophical man who independent of Newton invented the calculus and was attacked by Newton over precedence. The notation of Leibniz rather than Newton now holds sway but Newton’s view of reality would last until Einstein came along two hundred years later.

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2. Name one of the three key words in the English language that start with “dw”.

3. Which common fruit has its seeds on the outside?

4. Starting with “v”, what is the American equivalent of the English music hall?

5. What is the chemical symbol for chlorine?

6. What Latin phrase means “on the face of it”?

7. On what part of a weapon would you find lands and grooves?

8. Which country has the most people who speak English as the first language?

9. What type of animal is usually kept in an aviary?

10. From what city did Manuel in “Fawlty Towers” originate?

11. In which country is Viti Levu the largest island?

12. At age 15 years, Andrew Fitzgibbon was the youngest winner of what military medal?

13. In which Australian state or territory is Wee Waa? 14. Which Aussie is the star of the TV series “The Mentalist”?

15. What is the next perfect square after 64?

16. What animal featured in the movie “Moby Dick”?

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SENIORS NEWS Remembrance Day 2011

AT 11.00 am on 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. This year marks the 93rd anniversary of the armistice on 11 November. Australians will pause to remember those who fought and died for Australia’s cause in all wars and armed conflicts. The following RSL organised commemorations will take place on the Sunshine Coast: CALOUNDRA: at 10.30am at the Caloundra Headland Cenotaph. All welcome. Enquiries re wreath-laying to Caloundra RSL Sub-Branch Secretary Barry Walker on 5438 5800.

COOLUM-PEREGIAN: from 10.40am at the Coolum-Peregian RSL Memorial Park, David Low Way. Refreshments available after the service in the Memorial Hall. Enquiries re wreath-laying to office phone 5446 2588.

KAWANA WATERS: gather at 10.40am at the Kawana Waters War Memorial, Pacific Boulevard, Buddina. All welcome. Enquiries re wreath-laying to RSL Representative Rob Hunt on 5478 0546.

MALENY: gather at 10.40am at the Maleny Cenotaph adjacent to Maleny

RSL. All welcome. If you wish to lay a Tribute contact the RSL Office on 5494 3717.

MAPLETON: gather at Mapleton RSL Memorial Park, Flaxton Drive, Mapleton [adjacent Mapleton Tavern] at 10.40am for a Remembrance Day Service. Enquiries re wreath-laying to RSL Secretary Rod Curtis on 5445 7171.

MAROOCHYDORE: the Sub-Branch will be conducting a Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Cotton Tree Cenotaph commencing 10.30am. All Welcome. Enquiries re wreath-laying to Secretary on 5443 1719.

MUDJIMBA: assemble at “Power Park Cenotaph” at 10.40am. All welcome. Enquiries re wreath-laying to Russell Loane on 5448 7606.

NAMBOUR: assemble at Quota Memorial Park Cenotaph at 10.40am for a Remembrance Day Ceremony. All welcome. Enquiries re wreath-laying to RSL Secretary Bill Sawrey OAM on 5441 5448.

TEWANTIN – NOOSA: gather at the Tewantin Cenotaph at 10.40am for the Remembrance Day Ceremony. Enquiries re wreath-laying to RSL Office on 5447 1981.

WOODFORD: gather at Woodford Memorial Park at 10.30am for the Remembrance Day Service. BBQ luncheon to follow at Woodford RSL Sub Branch premises at 344 Durundur Street, Woodford. Bookings requested.

Luncheon bookings and enquiries re wreath-laying to RSL President Ron Nipperess on 5496 3109.

YANDINA/EUMUNDI:assemble at the Yandina Cenotaph, Steven St, opposite the Hotel, at 10.40am for the Remembrance Day Service. Enquiries re wreath-laying phone 5472 7177.

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Cooroy VIEW is currently preparing to take on their first Learning for Life Student through the SMITH Families’ Program, which is very exciting.

We meet for Luncheons in the Cooroy Hotel Function Rooms once a month and also have a social. We have a lot of fun and venture out when we can. Trade Tables, Raffles, and Special car pooling tours to other VIEW Clubs when

we can. The next Luncheon for November 8th we have author Robert Menzies speaking and the Cooroy Primary School Choir perform. Our AGM will also take a small place on the aenda.

We recently had two new members join which brings our membership up to 26.

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WE are a retired single business group who would like to meet retired single business men and women to join us in a social group.

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These are the outings one doesn’t enjoy on one’s own. For further details please phone 5443 7663 or 5478 1936.

SENIORS NEWS Croquet at any age ALAN George, President Coolum Croquet Club (left) and Geoffrey Smith celebrated turning 85 recently. Both gentlemen are still active players and Alan is the current Golf Croquet champion.

This shows that croquet is a suitable sport for anyone from teenagers to octogenarians and beyond!

Our lawns are at Coolum off David Low Way north of Stumers Creek behind Seacove Resort / RSL. Ricochet/Association Croquet are played Saturday and Wednesday mornings, Golf Croquet is played Monday and Friday afternoons. Free lessons are available.

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For further information, please contact Adrian Prince on 5448 2985.

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SOME of the most vulnerable members of the community could be left without basic services if Australia suffers another summer of wild weather, says National Seniors.

Flooding in both Queensland and Victoria last summer forced the evacuation of aged care and nursing homes in both Victoria and Queensland.

Reports in Brisbane’s Courier-Mail suggest some elderly residents were left without easy access to toilets and showers and had to sleep on inflatable beds.

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology has also briefed Queensland Cabinet for the coming wet season, saying that the state is likely to experience above average rainfall, high bushfire danger and at least four cyclones. National Seniors Australia CEO Michael O’Neill said more work was needed to

ensure that aged care facilities coped as quickly and smoothly as possible in dealing with emergency evacuations.

“We welcome any moves to better protect the elderly,” Mr O’Neill said.

“But we need to ensure that that staff in aged care facilities are well trained to carry out evacuations for either the elderly residents or their local communities,” he said. “The federal government could also help these communities by funding the training of elderly residents who are willing and able to help in emergencies, alongside the local SES personnel and emergency services.

“The elderly are some of the most vulnerable in our society and need to have first priority at times such as these.”

Press release: National Seniors

Come to a Forum: Help shape aged care DO you have a parent or spouse in a nursing home? Are you satisfied with their quality of care?

Will you mortgage the family home to the government to pay for a nursing home bed? What of your children’s inheritance? Is help available for you to grow old at home? Should market forces determine what you pay for aged care?

These are some of the issues National Seniors will raise at FREE forums around the country as the government moves to reform an aged care system struggling under the weight of demand. The blueprint for this reform is a Productivity Commission report, which since its release in August, has received very little public scrutiny.

Join us, have your say, tell us what we’ve missed and actively shape how our most vulnerable older Australians are cared for now and into the future.

An issues paper will be provided to participants in advance.

Attendance is free. Morning tea provided. Phone or email your interest to the contacts below.

Robina, Gold Coast :- Monday 14 November at Robina Community Centre, 10am to 12 noon RSVP to Rebecca on 07 3233 9145 or email your RSVP to gcforum@nationalseniors.com.au Southport, Gold Coast :- Monday 14 November at Southport Community Centre, Dawson Street, Southport, 2pm to 4pm RSVP to Rebecca on 07 3233 9145 or email your RSVP to gcforum@nationalseniors.com.au Brisbane :- Wednesday 23 November, 10am to 12 noon at The Irish Club, 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane. RSVP to Rebecca on 07 3233 9145 or email your RSVP to qldforum@nationalseniors.com.au

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SENIORS NEWS Oriana to present beloved Christmas tradition AWARD winning singers the Sunshine Coast Oriana Choir are excited to be preparing a magical treat for Sunshine Coast concert-goers. The December 4 event, to be performed at the Lake Kawana Centre at 3:00 pm, will present Handel’s beloved, ‘Messiah’, as the perfect opener to 2011 Christmas celebrations.

Performances of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ will be taking place all around the world during the festive season and many people make an annual pilgrimage to see the work. Composed in just three weeks, ‘Messiah’ has been delighting audiences for over 250 years. It is as mesmerising today as it was when, moved by the awe-inspiring ‘Hallelujah’ chorus, King George II stood to his feet, thus starting a tradition that has continued to this day. “’Messiah’ is an incredibly exuberant, moving and powerful work,” said Oriana Musical Director, Daniel Calder. “We have been working very hard to bring something joyful and fresh to this performance.”

Joining Oriana this year are soprano Elisabeth Wallis

Cooroy-Noosa Genealogical & Historical Research Group THE guest speaker for the last general meeting of the year of Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group on Saturday 5th November will be Jan Brown.

Jan is an experienced deep sea diver and will talk about the unique underwater environment of the Indonesian Archipelago. The talk will be at 1.30pm at the research room, 41 Miva Street, Cooroy and the meeting will follow.

The research room is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9.30am to 1.00pm. These hours will be extended over the summer months. Duty librarians will be available to assist with family and local history research. To find out more phone 5442 5570.

Sunshine Coast Arthritis Support Group

BEATING Depression with relaxation Sunshine Coast Arthritis Support Group will hold their next meeting at 12.45pm on Thursday 3rd November at the Maroochydore RSL Sub-Branch, RSL House, 106 Memorial Ave, Maroochydore. Guest Speaker will be Denise Phillips on Beating Depression with Relaxation. Contact Mary on 5441 2259 / 0403339057 or Jeanette on 54437446.

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Gaedtke, contralto Cassandra Seidemann, tenor Martin Paroz and bass Sam Hartley. Cassandra and Sam, both from Brisbane, are familiar to Coast audiences having sung with Oriana on several occasions now, always to great acclaim. Ms Wallis Gaedtke is also Oriana’s Youth Choir conductor and a popular performer at many of Oriana’s concerts. A new face to Oriana audiences, but certainly no stranger to the stage is Martin Paroz. A regular with Opera Queensland, Martin is also the Conductor of the Toowoomba Choral Society.

Oriana will be accompanied by a Chamber Orchestra ensemble comprising some of Queensland’s most talented young musicians, led by Queensland Symphony Orchestra violinist, Neridah Oostenbroek.

Bookings for the December 4 performance are available by phoning 5450 1049 and tickets should also be available at the door of the Lake Kawana Centre concert which will commence at 3:00pm. Group discounts available.

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SENIORS NEWS Isolated by the digital divide

THE internet would enrich the lives of older Australians but many of them think that using it is all too hard, the latest report released by the National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre has found.

There was increasing awareness that the internet could provide the convenience of email, health advice, online shopping, bill-paying, banking and keeping in touch with family, friends, news and events in their community.

But the research also showed many were deterred by concerns such as the cost of buying a computer and Internet or broadband connection, a lack of knowledge and skills, confusion about technology, worries about computer security and access to computers – particularly in regional areas.

The study “Older Australians and the Internet: Bridging the Digital Divide” was undertaken by Queensland University of Technology researcher Dr Sandra Haukka for National Seniors.

“Older people with low internet skills are unable to conduct business or access important services over the web,” said Peter Matwijiw, general manager of policy and research at National Seniors.

“They can be isolated from their community and family at a time in their lives when feeling connected is very important,” Matwijiw said.

“In short, they are often on the wrong side of ‘the digital divide’.”

Bridging that divide was an important national challenge, given the rapidly ageing population, rising health care costs and later retirement ages, the report said.

It also called for urgent action to tailor current online technologies to help break down barriers and assist older Australians gain the skills and confidence they need to use the internet.

Press release: National Seniors

Salvos wishing for a bright Christmas

THE Salvation Army are wishing for a bright Christmas for those families on the Sunshine Coast that are in need of our help. The annual Kmart wishing tree appeal starts on November 16th and The Salvation Army are asking the people of the Sunshine Coast to start their shopping early and drop their gifts into the local Kmart on or around the 16th November. This will help The Salvation Army to ensure all the children in our local communities can be helped this year.

Major Kevin Holland said” there are many children in our local communities that are at risk of missing out this Christmas time” Give the gift of giving this Christmas Season.

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SENIORS NEWS Buderim VIEW Club

BUDERIM VIEW Club will be holding its luncheon meeting on Wednesday 2nd November, 2011, at Clio’s on Rosemount, 246 Petrie Creek Road, Rosemount. Guest speaker will be Marian Hall who will speak on “Wills, Enduring Power of Attorney & Executor Services”. Ladies are requested to be there at 11 am for 11.30 am start. Our Club welcomes visitors and new members who are looking for friendship with interesting people as well as a variation of activities. You are assured of a warm

welcome so come along, have some fun and make new friends.

VIEW clubs are a valued part of the Smith family – funds raised are to assist the “Learning for Life Program” for children of underprivileged families.

VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women.

Members are placed on a permanent listing for our luncheons so to cancel, or bring a friend please telephone Melda on 5476 8787, by 6 pm the Sunday before the luncheon.

EDITORIAL DEADLINE Editorial is always welcome. Copy deadline for the December issue of Sunshine Coast Seniors Newspaper is November 16th

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New blood spot test may improve heart disease treatment

Dismal Damsels celebrate

A TEST which uses a single drop of blood could help to monitor patients with cardiovascular disease, according to experts. Developed by scientists at De Montfort University in Leicester, the test can be used to establish how much medication there is present in a patient’s blood. A 5mm-diameter spot of blood placed on a piece of card can show whether a patient is taking three types of drugs - beta blockers, ace inhibitors and statins in the correct way. Research has revealed that up to two-fifths of patients do not take their medication as prescribed, which can result in complications. It is believed that the test could save health services million of dollars in unused medication and hospital re-admissions. Would you like to donate a small amount to our Heart Research Institute in order to fund vital research such as this? Go to www.hri.org.au or phone FREECALL: 1800 651 373.

90 year old Hazel Clark

DURING Senior’s week, the Dismal Damsels visited the Nambour Museum for the special Big Pineapple Display, but also to celebrate Hazel Clark’s 90th birthday. Many happy memories were recounted, and a lovely afternoon tea with a special cake & flowers were had, for a very special lady.

Association of Independent Retirees ARE you retired or about to retire? The Association of Independent Retirees (A.I.R.) next general meeting will be held on Thursday November 10th at 9:45 am for 10:00 am start at the South Pacific Resort, 179 Weyba Road, Noosaville. (Note change of venue for November). Topic “Assistance from Centrelink for Retirees in Tough Times” Janine Quinn, Centrelink, Gympie. $5 pp incl morning tea. Visitors most welcome - please call 5448 1383 for further information.

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Friends of the Library

FRIENDS of the Library presents Opera Singer/Comedienne/Actress - Judy Glen on Thursday 17th November at the Maroochydore Library, Sixth Avenue, Cotton Tree at 5.30 pm. Cost is $6 including refreshments and bookings are essential. Phone 5475 8900.

Judy Glen is one of Australia’s most unique talents. She has achieved national and, from page 4 increasingly, international 1. Sunday success as a comedienne, 2. dwarf, dwell, actress, satirist, television dwindle performer, musical theatre 3. strawberry artist and concert and op- 4. vaudeville eratic soprano.

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Win a limited edition copy of the Tribute to Spike Milligan cartoon the print is for sale and part of the proceeds from the sale will go to assist the Spike Milligan Statue Fund in Finchley, London. This would make a great birthday gift for someone who grew up with the Goons’ humour.

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READERS may remember that in our August edition we published an article about Tony Kentuck’s tribute cartoon to his childhood favourite comic team, ‘The Goons’. Awardwinning cartoonist Tony has always had a passion for The Goons and his appreciation of Spike Milligan’s quirky humour helped him determine his choice of career. That’s why he has spent the last several years working on a magnificent cartoon tribute to Spike Milligan’s genius.

Entitled ‘The Battle of Waterloo’, Tony released the cartoon to commemorate the famous battle, which took place nearly 200 years ago. However,

while the real battle was fought in present-day Belgium, Kentuck’s version is staged at London’s famous Waterloo Station!

You have the rare opportunity to win a copy of the cartoon in our latest give-away competition, courtesy of artist Tony Kentuck. To enter our give-away, send your name, address and daytime contact phone number to Tribute to Spike Milligan Competition, Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin, Q 4565. Entries close on 21 November 2011.

Only one of our readers will be fortunate enough to win, but for those who are not so lucky, fear not! A limited edition of 1000 copies of

More investigators likely for Health Complaints Commission

THE Queensland Government says the Health Quality and Complaints Commission (HQCC) is likely to appoint more investigators.

The Courier Mail newspaper has reported that seven full time investigators had to deal with almost 5,000 complaints last financial year.

Health Minister Geoff Wilson says the public has a right to expect that complaints will be dealt with as quickly as possible.

“Presently they have seven investigators out of 75 staff - 10 per cent of their staff are involved in frontline investigations,” he said.

“Their review, I expect, will identify that there will be more front-line investigators appointed as a result of their ongoing review.

“They want to make sure that they can bring those times down because the public expect quite rightly that we get as speedy a result from investigation of complaints as possible.

“However it is the case - and this is more the exception than the rule - that some investigations can indeed be quite complex.”

HQCC head Cheryl Herbert has told ABC Radio’s The World Today program that the commission tries to deal with complaints as quickly as possible but some investigations do take a long time.

“Those that do take long are usually very complex they involve multiple interviews, multiple clinical opinions,” she said.

“The interviews that happen are off-site - we go to the facilities, we interview people who have been involved in the care.”

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THIS month the Country Touch Musicians from Caboolture, entertained the Kawana Seniors shown here with their President Mavis Farmer.

Country Touch played delightful excellent listening music and they receive a standing ovation for their efforts The Seniors have some wonderful musicians from all over the Sunshine Coast to entertain them each Thursday Morning for an hour. A bus load of Seniors are going to the Ipswich Railway Workshops and to the Bush Bashers at Esk, to end the year of trips. Many Seniors have been going monthly to the Broncos League Club in Brisbane this year, too. Eileen Edwards and Isabella Blackstock are the very busy Club’s Trip Co-Ordinators. Cost of being in this friendly Club is just $3.00 per morning & yearly subs of $5. Each morning you will receive a Lucky Door Ticket that could win you spins on our wheel or one of 2 fruit trays also a meat tray raffle.The Kawana Seniors, start at 9.30 am. on Thursday Mornings with musi-

cal entertainment and a delightful Morning Tea to follow. Games are then played throughout the morning.

Join this very Friendly Senior’s Club, who meet at the Kawana Community Hall, just behind the Kawana Shopping World in Nanyima St. Buddina, near the Kawana Library.

Phone their new President, Mavis Farmer at Country Torch Entertainment 5493 3545, for any enquires, about this very active Senior’s Club of Kawana Waters.

If you are lonely, come along and meet other local Seniors and join in the fun.

Members come from all over the Sunshine Coast – Sippy Downs, Mountain Creek, Glenfields, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Minyama, Buddina, THE Events Centre, Caloundra is delighted to anWarana, Bokarina, Wurtulla & nounce the inaugural Arty Pants Kid’s Festival programmed for Saturday 10th December 2011, just in Currimundi.

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time for the school holidays. We are inviting all 4 to 10 year olds to bring their family to this one day festival event.

Heading acts include Angelina Ballerina and Fireman Sam who will perform in our Playhouse Theatre four times throughout the day! There will be a variety of interactive workshops, activities and performances for children and their parents to engage in. Some examples include Zumba for kids, face painting, hip hop dance demos, back stage tours and story telling sessions. Here is an opportunity to learn about & celebrate the arts in its many forms.

The Arty Pants Art Competition, sponsored by SunnyCoastKids.com.au, will also run in the lead up to this festival with entries displayed in the foyer and winners announced on the day. If you wish to enter the art competition, art work needs to be of A4 size and involve the theme of the festival “My Family�.

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Malaya & Borneo Vets Invitation

THE Malaya and Borneo Vets Assoc. invite all who have served in the theatre to join us in enjoying the company of like-minded people, members and friends at our next luncheon. We hold several events throughout the year including a luncheon on the second Tuesday of each month at various clubs and taverns on the Sunshine Coast. For further information please call Roy Wilcock on 5477 7758, Ivor Rich 5478 8712 Mobile 0416 530 700 or Judy 5450 5653.

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SENIORS NEWS First-year nursing students discover the joys of aged care

FIVE University of Sunshine Coast students have gained hands-on experience in an aged care placement program at Immanuel Gardens in Buderim as part of the Bachelor of Nursing degree.

Immanuel Gardens Director of Nursing Rae Stokes said the first-year students have kicked many goals during their five week placement.

“What stood out about the interns were their manners, their impeccable dress sense and how they approach each task as a professional,” she said.

“This placement prepared students for the real world through carrying out a variety of hands-on duties.

“It’s opened the students’ eyes to what aged care is really about as many of them haven’t worked in this type of environment before.”

The students have enjoyed their time at Immanuel Gardens.

Ninderry resident Tess Murphy, 46, said she was really impressed with the level of care provided to residents at Immanuel Gardens.

“The staff are really caring and look after the residents really well,” she said.

“Aged care nursing is a good job and I like that you get to know the residents and have more of a relationship with them as opposed to a hospital where the turnover is higher.”

Mooloolaba resident Rebecca Johnston, 23, said she has learnt fundamental skills about her

fessionals, eating, socialising and mobility so when they get into an acute setting they have

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chosen profession.

“I’ve learnt a holistic approach that when you look after a person you need to look at all levels of care and not parts of it,” she said.

“I’ve been showering, taking care of feeds and learning about medications and wound care.”

Landsborough resident Kara Brien, 19, said she loved Immanuel Gardens.

“I like the friendly atmosphere, the residents and it is peaceful here,” she said. Immanuel Gardens General Manager Steve Stacey said this is the second cohort of nursing students this year.

“I feel pleased to work in partnership with the local university to provide work placement opportunities for students to gain valuable practical experience,” he said.

“It is encouraging to see these students who have already shown their en-

thusiasm, commitment and passion for a career in nursing.”

University of the Sunshine Coast’s Senior Lecturer in Nursing Eleanor Horton said the Bachelor of Nursing program curriculum emphasises the importance of clinical placements enabling students to establish relationships in a real working environment.

“The University of the Sunshine Coast currently has a strong partnership with Immanuel Gardens and appreciates the model of care that the facility enables the students to experience,” she said.

“For example, they can experience healthy ageing in a retirement village, in supported accommodation, through to those residents who require the meeting of high care needs.”

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Coast Facilitator for Nursing Gea VaughanJohnson said the relationship between Immanuel Gardens and the nursing industry was vital for driving students’ careers forward.

“Forming relationships with people is what nursing is all about,” she said.

“Immanuel Gardens has given students the time to explore the things they like doing during their two days of practicum.

“They learn about medication, wound care, the role of allied health pro-

gained knowledge and a good bank of skills.

“It teaches them compassion, a holistic approach

to care and an understanding of the different lifestyles available to the older person.”

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Sunshine Coast Ladies Probus MEMBERS and visitors are invited to our next meeting to be held on Friday, 4th November. Meetings are held in the Headland Bowls Club, Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim at 9.30 for 10.00 am. We welcome Olwyn Kerr from Guide Dogs for the Blind as our Guest Speaker. There will be gifts available for purchase with all proceeds to the Guide Dogs. Further information available from Pat on 5445 6329.

RAAF Association – Kawana Water Branch THE Royal Australian Air Force Association Kawana Waters Branch currently has vacancies for membership.

The aim is to promote and maintain welfare and benefit of members, ex-members of the RAAF and of Her Majesty’s Air Forces and their dependants. They also conduct: Monthly subsidised lunches, bus tours of an interesting nature and many other types of social activities.

So why not become involved if you are an Ex Air Force person living in our community by phoning our Secretary on 5443 2775 for more information.

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SENIORS NEWS Scams top Queensland consumer complaints

SCAMS have topped the list of complaints to Queensland’s Office of Fair Trading, drawing almost 4000 complaints last financial year.

Personal and household goods – such as televisions, white goods and furniture – were in

second place, attracting more than 3500 complaints in 2010-11.

Also near the top of the list of most complained about industries were (in order): personal and household services such as hairdressing and white good repairs; consumer credit

providers; real estate agents; and motor vehicle sales.

Office of Fair Trading executive director Brian Bauer said consumers had lodged 17,314 complaints about traders in 2010-11, slightly less than the 17,660 complaints of the previous

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year.

“A total of $4.8 million in redress was achieved for Queensland consumers in 2010-11, and 89 per cent of the 13,623 conciliations undertaken by the Office of Fair Trading resulted in a satisfactory outcome such as a refund, repair or replacement of the goods or services,” Mr Bauer said.

He said scams attracted 3839 complaints.

“The scams complained about have included money transfer and upfront payment scams, including inheritance scams; computer virus and repair scams; fake lotteries; and investment and advertising scams,” he said.

Mr Bauer said he was encouraged to see consumers standing up for themselves on a variety of issues.

“Consumers who think they’ve been ripped off or treated unfairly should always try to resolve the matter with the trader involved,” he said.

“Most businesses are only too happy to

resolve complaints to retain custom and promote customer loyalty.

“However, if consumers are not able to settle their complaint with the business, they can contact the Office of Fair Trading which has staff dedicated to looking into such complaints.

“If breaches of the Australian Consumer Law or other fair trading legislation are thought to have occurred, the Office of Fair Trading will investigate the matter.”

The Australian Consumer Law, which came into effect on 1 January 2011, is a national law which applies to all sectors of the economy and provides for harsher penalties than previous state-based laws.

Breaches of the new law can result in fines of up to $220,000 for an individual and $1.1 million for a corporation.

For more information on consumer rights, or the Australian Consumer Law, visit www.fairtrading.qld.gov.au or call 13 74 68.

Have Fun Singing In Four Part Harmony “GOOD Vibration” SATB a Cappella singing group meets Monday evenings at the Anglican Church Hall, Miva Street, Cooroy, at 7pm.

Working towards our concert in December. All parts welcome. Phone Andrew on 5474 1498 or email andrewjemmet @gmail.com for more details.

4 Paws Animal Rescue Pet of the Month Jessica

THIS ten year old little lady is another dog that has been surrendered to 4 Paws due to their owner having to go into care. .Jessica, affectionately called Jetstar by her foster mum is a sweet dog who is best suited to a retired person or couple.

She loves a walk and still loves to play she is fit as a flea and in exceptional health for a senior lady. A one dog home is the ideal for Jessica and a better TV buddy you could not find.

We have had some poor little dogs come in that have been suffering from terrible neglect, 4 Paws has had them treated and they are now ready for new homes. Two in particular had broken jaws from mouths full of rotten teeth. Another little fellow had about an inch of hair embedded all around his gum-line from chewing at his flea infestation, and it had rotted and infected his gums, how terribly cruel. The good news is their tails are up they are eating well and are very happy just waiting for their forever homes. Companion animals like humans need health checks, so please always consider these things if you are considering adopting.

If you want to meet Jessica call Kay on 0438 635 191 or Julie on 0411 144 689 or view our web www.4pawsanimalrescue.org.au All 4 Paws Cats and Dogs are flea and worm free, microchipped, vaccinated and de-sexed which are all covered by an adoption fee. All our needy animals can also be viewed on our website at www.4pawsanimalrescue.org.au You can help support 4 Paws Animal Rescue by becoming a member! Members play a large part in supporting the committee and this contributes to the success of 4 Paws Animal Rescue. As a member of 4 Paws Animal Rescue you will receive our quarterly newsletter informing you of forthcoming events, merchandise and background into what happens to our cats and dogs once re-homed. You may even want to become a volunteer or even a temporary foster carer and look after one of our cats and dogs until a new permanent home can be found, all vet fees are covered; all we ask is that you supply a loving caring home.

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SENIORS NEWS Currimundi Probus Club

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President Rod Munro thanking Captain Peter Liley for his presentation.

SHIPS that pass in the night!

Have you ever watched the large ships slowly wending their way down through the narrow, shallow channel that runs beside our coastline? Have you ever thought about the crew on board and how they manage to sail so close and carefully through any type of weather?

Currimundi Probus Club was fortunate to have as our guest speaker Captain Peter Liley, a Marine Pilot who lives here in Caloundra and is the President of the Australian Marine Pilot’s Institute. A Pilot has to board each ship at a given point off Kawana, and take control of the ship to its destination at Fisherman Island or further up river as far as the Brisbane Cruise Terminal at Hamilton.

In April last year he was in control of the passenger liner Pacific Dawn, when it lost all propulsion 700 metres from the Gateway Bridge over the Brisbane River. With the help of two tug boats they were able to stop the ship only 70 metres from the bridge. Captain Liley said “that is what we are trained to do”.

Maroochydore VIEW Club

Ever Tried ‘Barefoot’ Bowling

THE Maroochydore VIEW Club’s next luncheon is on Friday, November 25th at Maroochy Surf Club, Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore at 11 am.

Newcomers are always welcome.

Our club is a friendship group that offers a range of social get-togethers such as coffee and movie mornings, book clubs and tours.

VIEW Clubs of Australia support the work of The Smith Family in assisting underprivileged children to reach their potential. If you would like to find out more about the club or attend one of our monthly luncheon meetings, phone Joanne on 5445 3079.

Luncheon Meeting Cost $19.

RSVP to Joanne 5445 3079 by 6pm, Tuesday November 22nd.

IF not then now’s the time to try and have a fun evening in the process. It all happens on Saturday 12 November when the Mary Valley Heritage Railway’s ‘Silver Bullet’ rail motor will take you from Gympie to Kandanga for an evening of fun bowls.

Starting at 5pm at the old Gympie Station the Silver Bullet rail motor will depart for Kandanga.

At Kandanga Bowls Club there will be experienced bowlers to teach new bowlers how to bowl During the evening there will be a 2 course dinner and then it’s back to the bowling before the train trip back to Gympie with an arrival time of 10pm.

All for $46 per adult and $23 per child under 14 yrs. To be a part of this special evening bookings can be made at the Mary Valley Heritage Railway 7 days a week 9 – 5 on 07 5482 2750 or on line at www.thevalleyrattler.com

U3A Noosa will present History of Science 5 - The life and times of Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibnitz on Friday 4th November. Dr Ken Lynn will be the presenter.

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Pictured are bake off winner Ruth Preston and Club President Cec Ward with Peter Wellington.

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With plenty of accomplished cooks in their midst the group decided to hold a cooking competition and invited local MP Peter Wellington and his wife Jenny to judge a delicious array of food and join them for morning tea. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The morning tea was great but it was a dreadful task trying to judge the fabulous food on offer,â&#x20AC;?

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SENIORS NEWS Tewantin-Noosa NSA – Longreach/Birdsville Tour ON October 23 intrepid travellers set out for our Longreach-Birdsville tour. We found magical places, beautiful billabongs, graceful coolibah trees and red sand. Famous names, Diamantina, Thompson

Rivers, Coopers Creek, Cawnpore Lookout. We departed Nambour via the train. Longreach, a sunset cruise under a starry sky. The Longreach School of Distance Education – a favourite. The Australian Stockman’s

Hall of Fame - highly recommended.

Qantas Founders Museum, we explored 747 & 707 aeroplanes - fascinating.

A drive to Ilfracombe, exploring the ‘mile of Machinery’. A huge thunder storm started a huge bush

fire, very spectacular!

Naturally we ran to the Wellshot Hotel! With beautiful days we visited Strathmore Station, a 50,000 hectare station, & the best morning tea ever! Birdsville – Mitchell grass plains as far as the

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INTEGRATED Pelvic Physiotherapy is a dedicated pelvic floor & lumbo-pelvic physiotherapy clinic located at 7 Maud Street, Nambour. The clinic is focused on delivering the highest standard of physiotherapy treatment for problems associated with the pelvic floor, low back, pelvis and hips.

Robin Kerr graduated as a physiotherapist in 1985 and has focused for two decades on the lumbo-pelvic area. Paul Nichols is the fitness coach for the clinic and provides bespoke exercise classes for patients graduating from 1:1 physiotherapy with Robin. The clinic logo is “Isolate, Integrate, Liberate”. Patients are thoroughly assessed and their problems identified and isolated. Restoration of the dysfunctional components takes place 1:1 with Robin. Once restored to the best level possible, integration into movement and exercise/ activity takes place with Paul. The aim is for patients to be “Liberated” to enjoy an active lifestyle. The conditions managed include: Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy - Robin gained post graduate qualifications from Melbourne University in 2000 and has advanced training in pelvic floor function and rehabilita-

tion. As well as being a skilled hands on therapist, she utilizes state of the art computerized biofeedback and real-time ultrasound imaging in assessment and management. The conditions Robin can help manage at an advanced level are: Incontinence of the bladder and bowel - Pelvic Organ Prolapse; Intra Pelvic Pain Therapy pre and post urological and gynaecological surgery, e.g. radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer, prolapse repairs Age related pelvic floor dysfunction, e.g. urinary and bowel urgency Low Back Pain: Chronic difficult backs are a pet area for Robin Pelvic Girdle Pain: Associated with pelvic joint instability and muscle imbalances. These problems are commonly found in mothers and heavy manual workers and often last into older age.

Hip Pain and Post- Operative Hips: Rehabilitation for degenerative/arthritic hips and after joint surgery and replacements.

The clinic accepts all private patients, as well as Medicare EPC (no gap fee charged), Veterans Affairs and Workers Compensation referrals. Reception tel: 5441 4764 for an appointment.

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We travelled 1722k’s to the most remote places in Australia. Our Tour with Outback Aussie Tours, and driver Ian & hostess Carol were marvellous.

Ian’s wealth of knowledge made our tour memorable. All agreed what a wonderful tour we had.

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by kilometres of inland water. A once in a lifetime experience, unforgettable. Boulia, Waddie Trees, Cawnpore Lookout, dinosaur parts, Min Min encounters, Winton & the Waltzing Matilda Centre.

At an isolated outback pub, smoko of golden syrup & damper – yum!

IF you are over 50 and considering a move to the Sunshine Coast then Kookaburra Village established in 1993, should be on your “must see list”. The Village is gated at both entrances and has resort facilities for residents to use and enjoy - including 2 pools, an outdoor bowls green; 2 recreation halls; barbeque areas; library; bocce court; pool/dart room; wood-work workshop and a craft room. A social club organises interesting activities; your small dog or cat is welcome, and a custodian lives on-site. An hourly Translink bus service on Mark Rd runs during daylight hours There are a number ofo 2 – 3 bedroom Homes for sale - priced between $185,000 and $279,000. These homes are sited on a fenced block; have an attached utility room and a carport. Villas for sale - A modern 2storey 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom townhouse is priced at $229,000 and a lowset 2 bed/2 bath air conditioned villa, is priced at $268,000.

As Kookaburra Village owns the land the homes and villas are sited on; there are no rates or body corporate fees, instead a weekly site rent is payable.

Unitsavailable for Rental - Over 50’s only. 3 X 2bedroom/2bathroom 2 storey Townhouses are available for rent at $305 per week, rental references and 4 weeks bond are required.

Seniors Units. (Applicants must be Qld Dept Housing/NRAS approved) In the recently completed units there is a 2 bedroom unit available at $247.50 p/w and 1 bedroom units at $225 pw, units are presently under construction and will be available when completed at the end of October/early November.

The Sales office at 123 Mark Road East off Daniel Street is open on Wednesday and Saturday between 10.30am and 2.30pm- to inspect at other times please phone 07 54915888 An information pack is available on request. Kookaburra Village website www.kookaburravillage. com.au

SENIORS NEWS Slipper invites nominations for Australia Day Awards

NOMINATIONS are now invited for the 13th annual Fisher Community Australia Day Awards.

Member for Fisher Peter Slipper said the awards provide an opportunity for recognition to be given for those volunteers who work hard to make their community a better place to live.

“Our dedicated and hard-working residents don’t seek accolades for what they do - they do it for the love of their community - but Australia Day gives us an opportunity to say thanks publicly and to let them know that we do recognise their contributions, which are very much appreciated,” Mr Slipper said.

Recipients are recognised for their contributions in the areas of community service, industry and commerce, the arts, sport and recreation, and for their work with seniors’ groups, sporting clubs, youth organisations and the like.

“Each year, the Fisher Community Australia Day Awards provide a great opportunity to give public recognition to these individuals and organisations that dedicate themselves to the community,” Mr Slipper said. The annual awards were established by Mr Slipper in 2000, to recognise those in the Electorate of Fisher who give considerable amounts of their own time to make their community a better place to live.

The presentations are made at a special ceremony at Lake Kawana Community Centre on Australia Day, January 26. “It’s always an enjoyable event; people are there to show their respect and appreciation for our community workers while also commemorating Australia Day.” Nomination forms for 2012 are available from Mr Slipper’s office, or by phoning 07-5444 4888 or by email at peter.slipper.mp@aph.gov.au.

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This is the window of opportunity to hunt for bargains and seek out treasures! As Collectorama devotees will tell you, it’s definitely worth attending this giant fair - 150 dealers all at the same location equals a true bounty of original items covering the whole gamut of collecting with many wow factor surprises. And all budgets are catered for whether you’re building a collection, starting a collection or simply looking for one off eclectic finds to enhance your home decor or wardrobe this is the place to come! Enjoy the relaxed, country town ambience, food and refreshments are available, admission’s $5 and parking is free. It’s mostly undercover and weather-friendly, plus food and refreshments are available. Admissiion if Free.

Enquiries please phone Tom 07 5446 8273 or 0418 744 887 or tomwall@bigpond.com.au Check out Collectorama Fairs on Facebook & Twitter. We support WILVOS (wildlife rescue).

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IT seems Gold Coaster Bob Mihill doesn’t do things by half-measure.

A member of the Queensland Corvette Club Inc of Australia for 18 years, since he became the proud owner of the pictured, rich gold, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Roadster Convertible, Bob respects Corvette origins, even outfitting himself—socks included—accordingly.

Bob is pictured at the 2011 Corvettes on the Coast event held in August at Southport Broadwater Parklands. Always great to see an ‘enthusiast of enthusiasts’. Don’t stop, Bob. For more information about the Queensland Corvette Club Inc of Australia, see www.qldcorvetteclub.com.au; phone president Peter Turner on 0409 003 300; email: club secretary: sallywhittle59@hotmail.com.

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Friendship Force FROM 22 October until 29 October the Friendship Force of the Sunshine Coast entertained the Albany Club from Western Australia. From 2nd to 16th November, 14 members of our club will be traveling to Ghana for a two week exchange, hosted by two Ghanaian

clubs. If you think you would like to entertain visitors from overseas or travel to unusual places with our club, contact Vice President Nev Berry for details. Nev’s phone number is 5472 7618 and his email address is nevberry@bigpond.com

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“I’LL tell you one thing, if things keep going the way they are, it’s going to be impossible to buy a week’s groceries for $10.00.”

“Have you seen the new cars coming out next year? It won’t be long before $1, 000.00 will only buy a used one.”

“If cigarettes keep going up in price, I’m going to quit. 20 cents a pack is ridiculous.”

“Did you hear the post office is thinking about charging 7 cents just to mail a letter.”

“If they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store.”

“When I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 25 cents a gallon.

Guess we’d be better off leaving the car in the garage.”

“I’m afraid to send my kids to the movies any more Ever since they let Clark Gable get by with saying “damn” in Gone With The Wind, it seems every new movie has either “hell” or “damn” in it.”

“I read the other day where some scientist thinks it’s possible to put a man on the moon by the end of the century. They even have some fellows they call astronauts preparing for it in Texas.”

“Did you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $50,000 a year just to play ball? It wouldn’t surprise me if someday they’ll be

making more than the President.”

“I never thought I’d see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric. They are even making electric typewriters now.”

“It’s too bad things are so tough nowadays. I see where a few married women are having to work to make ends meet.”

“It won’t be long before young couples are going to have to hire someone to watch their kids so they can both work.”

“I’m afraid the Volkswagen car is going to open the door to a whole lot of foreign business.”

“Thank goodness I won’t live to see the day when the Government takes half our income in taxes. I sometimes wonder if we are electing the best people to government.”

“The drive-in restaurant is convenient in nice weather, but I seriously doubt they will ever catch on.”

“There is no sense going on short trips anymore for a weekend, it costs nearly $2.00 a night to stay in a hotel.”

“No one can afford to be sick anymore, at $15.00 a day in the hospital, it’s too rich for my blood.”

“If they think I’ll pay 30 cents for a hair cut, forget it.”

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There’s no time like the present I say.

We all know time is the thing we want more of. Time to enjoy family and friends and have the freedom to do the things we want to do.

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Talk to us about making the most of your retirement time, call 5476 9566. www.primelife.com.au Information about the village facilities, services and prices are correct at the time of printing but may change over time. Illustrations and photographic depictions are for presentation purposes only. Lend Lease Primelife expressly excludes liability to the full extent permitted by law for negligence or otherwise for the material and information contained herein. Published by Lend Lease Primelife Realty Pty Ltd (Qld) ACN 138 535 814. October 2011.

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Come down & visit the markets, have dinner in the local cafes or walk on the beach.

We will be starting on the 25th November until the 20th January. For information call 0400791508.

Maroochydore Aglow celebrates 30 years THIS November, Maroochydore Aglow celebrates 30 years since it’s inauguration into the world-wide organisation of Aglow. A special birthday meeting will be held at the Maroochy Baptist Community Centre, Wises Road, and past and present members and friends are invited to attend. The meeting will be held on Wednesday 9th November and will commence at 9.30am with a special morning tea. The Guest Speaker will be Pastor Jeanette Whiting from the Gold Coast.

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Friendship, interesting speakers, local outings and other activities are offered. All over 50’s on the Sunshine Coast are cordially invited to attend and become part of this fun community group. Visitors from NSA are also welcome. Phone Fran on 5444 8347, Di 5494 7765 or Keith 5491 9332.

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SENIORS NEWS Enter our great Grandparents’ photo competition

What more can a man possibly want in his life than the love of his 25 grandchildren. From left Jaydeen 23, Keegan 16, Kelly 18, Jarrod 20, Tristin 18, Jayme 20. Middle – Jaimea-Rae 21, Rahnia 15, Breana 13, Kristy 16, Julia 15, Merinda 18, Ali 21, Julia 15, Sara 23, Madison 15, Chelsea 13. Front – Georgia 7, Tahni 5, Korrakdi 5, Jett 5, Biarra 7, Bailey 7, Taylah 4. Raelee 31 and Phillip 25 are missing from the photo. This photo was taken at Rod & Lyla Dreise (from Cooroy) 50th Anniversary last year.

SPENDING time with grandchildren is one of the most rewarding things we can do. They accept you unconditionally and however much you do for them they will give back in spades. The relationship is special but sadly your grandchildren won’t be young forever.

Making memories together is what it’s all about and a photograph can be worth a thousand words. Your photograph could be taken on a trip to the park or the beach, on a shared holiday, an afternoon trip to the playground, or indulging in a shared hobby. In fact, any occasion with grandma and grandpa can be a special one! You could win a $100 shopping voucher as well as having your photo featured in our next edition.

To enter the competition post us a photograph of your grandchildren, with their names and ages, and write us a few lines about the photo. Include your name, address and daytime contact phone number with your entry and post it to Sunshine Coast Seniors Grandparents Competition, P O Box 1062, Tewantin Q. 4565.

If you want your photograph returned please remember to include a stamped self addressed envelope. The winner will be chosen by lucky draw and entries must reach us by November 17. Time is running out – make sure your chosen photograph is on its way to us soon! Good luck!

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Debra Walz’s (from Verrierdale) beautiful grandchildren, April, 6 years old and Noah, 3 years old. They live in Rockhampton. Debra’s husband met up with the grandchildren at the Bundaberg Air Show in August, and they took this photo for Debra of them blowing her a kiss. Due to distance and other factors we seldom see our grandchildren, so we have enlarged this photo and put it on the wall so I have kisses blown to me every day!

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Darryl Boyd sent this photo in of his granddaughter Charlotte Maisie Boyd, 19th months old. This photo was taken the day before Darryl had bowel cancer surgery at the Nambour Hospital. A friend took the photo and it was at the hospital when he came back from surgery. “Imagine my delight when I opened my eyes to see this gorgeous photo as well as my family. It will always remain special”.

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Back in January 1981 Daryl & Norma Green from Verrierdale took their children Justine (10 and Corey (8) to visit Disneyland – what a thrill! Now they have 5 beautiful grandchildren and for a very special holiday we are taking them all to Disneyland in January 2012. Very special times together.

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SENIORS NEWS How to Feel Young and Live Life to the Fullest AS we grow older, we experience an increasing number of major life changes, including retirement, the loss of loved ones, and the physical changes of ageing. How we handle these changes, as well as regular day-to-day stresses, is the key to aging well.

Healthy ageing is about much more than staying physically healthy—it’s about maintaining your sense of purpose and your zest for life. While the specific ingredients of healthy ageing are different for everyone, the common factors are good mental health and the ability to manage stress. Knowing the basic formula for healthy aging will help you live with meaning and joy throughout your senior years.

Coping with change is difficult, no matter how old you are. The particular challenge for older adults is the sheer number of changes and transitions—including the loss of friends, family, your career, your health, and even your independence. It’s natural to feel those losses, but if that sense of loss is balanced with positive ingredients, you have a formula for ageing well.

Healthy ageing means continually reinventing yourself, finding new things you enjoy, learning to adapt to change, staying physically and socially active, and feeling connected to your community and loved ones.

Unfortunately, for many, ageing brings anxiety and fear instead. How will I take care of myself? What if I lose my spouse? What is going to happen to my mind? However, many of these fears stem from myths about ageing that are exaggerated or simply untrue.

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COME along and see how you can develop effective communication skills and make new friends. Meetings held on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday Thursday of the month at the Guide Hut, Iluka Street, Buddina.

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ways to cope with challenges. This ability will help you make the most of the good times and keep your perspective when times are tough.

Focus on the things you’re grateful for. The longer you live, the more you lose. But as you lose people and things, life becomes even more precious.

You may have a hard time showing strong emotions but burying your feelings can lead to anger, resentment, and depression. Don’t deny what you’re going through. Find healthy ways to process your feelings, perhaps by talking with a close friend or writing in a journal.

Accept the things you can’t change - many things in life are beyond our control. Rather than stressing out over them, focus on the things you can control such as the way you choose to react to problems. Face your limitations with dignity and a healthy dose of humour.

Look for the silver lining. When facing major challenges, try to look at them as opportunities for personal growth. If your own poor choices contributed to a stressful situation, reflect on them and learn from your mistakes.

Take daily action to deal with life’s challenges. When challenges seem too big to handle, sweeping them under the carpet often appears easier. But ignoring the problem doesn’t make it go away; it allows both the problem and your anxiety to build. Instead, take things one small step at a time. Even a small step can go a long way to boosting your confidence and reminding you that you are not powerless.

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‘GOOD Vibrations’ Harmony singing group urgently requires good bass singers for their Christmas concert in December. ‘Good Vibrations’ sing a variety of popular songs A Cappella. Group sings in Cooroy on Monday evenings. Expert tuition from Andrew Emmet, musical director and arranger.Sops, Altos and Tenors can also apply.

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AT the Caloundra Family History Research group’s general meeting, on the 20th October, Esma Rigby was invited to read her Lorrie Barzdo Writers Award entry on “Unusual Occupations”, which was well received.

Members then took part in a Genealogy Discussion, some telling the group of their recent break-throughs and others outlining their method of research. Geoff Kelly, the inaugural winner of the Lorrie Barzdo Writers

Award gave a background on his research for his entry, as did the group’s Librarian Sue Schott in relation to her entry. Dawn Kemp gave a very in-depth instructional talk on the benefits of using the family history

free chat and message board facilities on the internet and the results that have been forthcoming for her. Then, to highlight the importance of conversations with our elders about their lives and their history, Kerry McGrath played a much treasured tape of his, recorded by a beloved relative back in the 1960’s.

Many conversations on these subjects continued through afternoon tea, and after the break, Betty Cristaudo gave an informative presentation on This Day in History. The group’s rooms and library are open for research every Saturday and the third Thursday of the month, from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Every other Thursday of the month the rooms are open for the full day, from 9.30am to 4.00pm. Specialist interest groups for UK countries, as well as Ger-

many, convene for a couple of hours each month at various times and members use the meetings to learn new searching techniques, network and assist each other in their research.

Members are reminded tickets are still available for the annual Christmas Luncheon which will be held on Wednesday 7th December.

All activities conducted by the group, including general meetings with guest speakers (1.30pm to 4pm on the third Thursday each month) are held at the Guide Hut in Arthur Street, Caloundra. Enquiries for all events, including meetings, research and specialist groups are welcomed by contacting June on 5493 2679, Roz on 5493 1197 or Valerie on 5437 3879. The group can also be reached by email at caloundrafamilyres@ y7mail.com

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HIBISCUS Buderim Meadows is opening its doors to the public on Saturday 12 November as it hosts a Christmas Market and Open Day. This unique event will allow visitors to see what life is like within this beautiful retirement community… and to do some Christmas shopping!

Browse more than 20 market stalls, full of trinkets and treats - from Christmas decorations, homemade cakes and teddy bears, to handbags, jewellery and handmade soaps.

And while you’re in the village why not take a look around? Enjoy a guided buggy tour and view some fabulous homes open for inspection. There’ll also be a sausage sizzle, with all money raised going to R U OK? suicide prevention.

Hibiscus Buderim Meadows Christmas Market and Open Day Saturday 12 November, 9am - 1pm 183 Karawatha Drive, Buderim. Call Vangie: 5444 5235 Providing yet another opportunity to go Christmas shopping is the Hibiscus Bellflower Artisan Extravaganza on Saturday 19 November.

Come along and view handcrafted and handmade goods for sale such as dolls, bears, jewellery, knitted items, leatherwork, patchwork, Christmas cakes, jams, biscuits, plants and much more.

An exhibition of resident artworks will also feature in the Community Hall, plus a morning tea and sausage sizzle will be available for a small charge.

All proceeds from the day, including the entry fee of a gold coin donation will go the Sunshine Coast Animal Rescue Service at Sippy Downs.

Several homes will also be open for inspection, a retirement expert will be on hand and resort buggy tours will be available for anyone wanting to know more about this active, vibrant community.

Hibiscus Bellflower Artisan Extravaganza, Saturday 19 November, 9am – 12noon, 118 Bellflower Road, Sippy Downs. Call Ruth: 5476 5155.

THE Sunshine Coast Stamp Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7.15pm at the new location, The CWA Hall, Short Street, Nambour.

Australia Post has designated October each year to be ‘Stamp Collecting Month’ and, as always, the stamps issued during October features designs with children in mind, as well as for the young at heart. This year’s subject is consistently the most requested by children when Australia Post undertakes their school visits during Stamp Collecting Month each October and that is ‘Mythical Creatures’.

Mythical Creatures comprise the characters on the stamps and include mermaids, trolls, fairys, griffin, unicorn and, of course, dragon. Included in the range of stamps to be issued is a special 3D pack including a pair of 3D glasses to view the effect. These stamps will be available from Post Offices.

Our meetings are open to the public, and we invite anyone who has an interest in Stamp Collecting to come along to this meeting.

We shall have our usual ‘Show and Tell’ segment, where members and visitors, can show an unusual item and give some background to it. Also we have a ‘Question Time’, where anyone present can ask questions and the whole group can see if an answer can be found.

We will also have our ‘Exchange Books’ available from 6.15pm so that members and visitors can buy and sell stamps for their collection, with the actual formal meeting starting at 7.15pm. Free entry and free supper. Further information can be obtained by phoning Max Lennox on 5448 6565.

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EVEN with significant over-estimation of the cost of renewable energy, a new report by the Energy Users Association of Australia (EUAA) still shows the cost has been modest, according to the Clean Energy Council.

Clean Energy Council Chief Executive Matthew Warren said the cost of solar for example was now half what it was in the report.

“The EUAA report contains many positives about renewable energy and shows that Australia’s investment in renewable energy had been prudent,” Mr Warren said.

“The report finds that renewable energy has been affordable, adding 2 per cent to electricity bills in 2010 and costing households a few cents a week all up. The cost of dealing with climate change is going to be more than business as usual, but so far renewable energy has been a pretty good deal for a clean and safe future.

“Renewable energy is necessary if we are going to avoid using technologies such as nuclear power in Australia.

That’s why it has been backed by all major parties for more than a decade and enjoys the support of nine out of every 10 Australians,” he

said.Australia’s policies for promoting renewable energy are similar to those of most of our major trading partners.

The report acknowledges that Australia’s policies for promoting renewable energy are “...by comparison with the approach adopted in other countries, not unusual”.

Mr Warren said accelerated investment in clean energy technologies was important right now because they had to overcome a head start of more than half a century of investment and development of their rivals and will be needed by energy markets at scale in the near future. “Australia is in still in the early years of building a new clean energy industry and transforming the way we generate and use electricity. What is remarkable is how quickly the cost of clean energy is falling and new technologies are arriving to market, and we’ve only just started.

“The reality of climate change solutions is that they will cost more, but so far renewable energy has been a great investment and is already beginning to deliver jobs and investment in regional Australia.”

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They acknowledge the responsibility they have with such large facilities to ensure ongoing sustainable use of our natural resources, and accept the need to minimise or eliminate environmental impact by continual improved practices and actions.

To this end they have created the “Sundale Green” Program. It is designed to be constantly seeking better and more environmentally friendly ways in which Sundale can operate; from the use of more environmentally friendly paper and recycling and reusing as much material as possible, to energy efficient building practices which incorporate the use of alternative

power sources such as solar panels and solar hot water systems. They are also using water capture, and reuse progressively onsite.

All future developments will incorporate a specific sustainability analysis, and there is an exciting one currently underway on their new site at 25 Doolan St Nambour, which is seeing 44 solar hot water systems and a 30kw solar panel system installed onto the accommodation buildings. Even more interesting is that this project is focused on providing affordable housing in Nambour.

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Hervey Bay to have first community-owned solar farm

CONSTRUCTION is set to begin on Queensland’s first community-owned solar farm project in Hervey Bay as well as installation of solar power at the local public hospital.

Queensland solar company Ingenero has been awarded the contract to build the 396 kilowatt solar farm on Hebblewhite Road, Hervey Bay, as part of Wide Bay Water Corporation’s operations.

Queensland Health has also selected international engineering firm ABB Australia as the preferred contractor to install a $1.3 million 266 kilowatt solar panel system at the Hervey Bay Hospital.

The Fraser Coast Community Solar Farm will comprise 1,584 individual solar panels covering approximately 2,600 metres squared. It will generate approximately 630 megawatt hours of energy annually enough to power approximately 100 homes - and save around 600 tonnes of carbon emissions every year.

Solar energy generated will help offset the energy use of Wide Bay Water Corporation’s operations.

At Hervey Bay Hospital, installation of the 266kW solar panel system is expected to commence during November, pending completion of contractual arrangements.

The solar panel system will generate approximately 385 megawatt hours of energy each year, saving the hospital around $20,000 per year on electricity costs.

It will also help to reduce the hospital’s carbon emissions by 400 tonnes a year.

An interactive web-kiosk and large screen television will also be installed in the hospital’s foyer as an education tool for visitors.

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AUSTRALIA’S peak infrastructure planning body, Infrastructure Australia, has warned of threats to power supplies in the resource states and major capital cities unless investment certainty is assured to the renewable energy sector.

As the Coalition warns businesses to stay away from the government’s $10 billion Green Energy Fund, Infrastructure Australia national coordinator Michael Deegan said the renewable sector needed to know what rules the would be operating under into the future.

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When computers were becoming more widely used some years ago an announcement giving a web site would go through a web address as “http, semicolon, two backward slashes, www, dot, buyfromhere, dot, com, dot, au – perhaps also adding - no dot after the au” where now we just hear “buyfromhere dot com dot au” This shows how we are all expected to be conver-

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It seems to be assumed now that veryone uses a computer and has the skills to use the internet to access the Web for basic banking, shopping for just about everything including food, council and government services, booking with travel agencies and airlines, searching for help or information on anything and everything you can think of etc etc.

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No matter what a person’s age it is never too late to discover the benefits of using a computer.

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Weekly meetings are held at Caloundra at the Community Hall in Queen Street Caloundra on a Saturday morning from

9.00 am to 12.10 pm and at Buderim at the Goodlife Centre 100 Buderim Pines Drive Buderim on a Thursday afternoon from 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm. At these meetings, Club members can get hands on help on a Club Computer or their own computer.

Tutorials are given using projectors and large screens.

There is time to socialise with other members, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and learn from each other.

A monthly meeting at Yandina for the North Coast area is held at the Yandina/Eumundi RSL Hall from 1.30 pm to 4.00 pm on the third Wednesday of the month.

To find out more about when and where the Club meetings are held and how you too can join the Club and get help – Telephone the Club Information Line 54921005, visit the Club Web Site – http:/ /www.sccc.org.au or e mail the Club at sccc@internode.on.net”

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SCLA presents exclusive summer writers workshop THE Sunshine Coast Literary Association is excited to present their special Summer School program Genesis to Publication, a series of workshops focusing on developing a story from genesis of a story idea to publishing.

The program will be held over four 2½-hour sessions on Wednesday 30 November, 7 December, 18 January and 15 February in Lecture Theatre 6 at the University of the Sunshine Coast and will begin at 6pm.

President of SCLA, Bryan Ward said the Summer School allows writers to have the opportunity to write between classes so they can progress from month to month.

The workshops will be presented by two of the University’s creative writing educators, Nike Sulway (also co-director of Olvar Wood Writers Retreat) and Naomi Stekelenburg.

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SENIORS NEWS World’s oceans in ‘shocking’ decline THE oceans are in a worse state than previously suspected, according to an expert panel of scientists.

In a recent report, they warn that ocean life is “at high risk of entering a phase of extinction of marine species unprecedented in human history”. They conclude that issues such as over-fishing, pollution and climate change are acting together in ways that have not previously been

recognised. The impacts, they say, are already affecting humanity.

The panel was convened by the International Programme on the State of the Ocean (IPSO), and brought together experts from different disciplines, including coral reef ecologists, toxicologists, and fisheries scientists.

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“As we considered the cumulative effect of what humankind does to the oceans, the implications became far worse than we had individually realised.

“Almost right across the board we’re seeing changes that are happening faster than we’d thought, or in ways that we didn’t expect to see for hundreds of years.”

These “accelerated” changes include melting of the Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets, sea level rise, and release of methane trapped in the sea bed. Some species are already fished way beyond their limits - and may also be affected by other threats. But more worrying than this, the team noted, are the ways in which different issues act synergistically to increase threats to marine life. Some pollutants, for example, stick to the surfaces of tiny plastic particles that are now found in the ocean bed.

This increases the amounts of these pollutants that are consumed by bottom-feeding fish.

“What we’re seeing at the moment is unprecedented in the fossil record - the environmental changes

are much more rapid,” Professor Rogers told BBC News.

The report also notes that previous mass extinction events have been associated with trends being observed now - disturbances of the carbon cycle, and acidification and hypoxia (depletion of oxygen) of seawater.

Levels of CO2 being absorbed by the oceans are already far greater than during the great extinction of marine species 55 million years ago (during the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum), it concludes. The report is due to be published in 2012.

In the long run, greenhouse gas emissions must be cut to conserve ocean life, the report concludes.

“We have to bring down CO2 emissions to zero within about 20 years,” Professor HoeghGuldberg told BBC News.

“If we don’t do that, we’re going to see steady acidification of the seas, heat events that are wiping out things like kelp forests and coral reefs, and we’ll see a very different ocean.” The time to protect the blue heart of our planet is now.

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Suncoast Community Care Suncoast Community Care is providing a new and real choice for people residing within the Sunshine Coast community, allowing you to remain living in the setting of your choice.

We believe in four main principles: Individuality – Services are developed to your unique requirements, ensuring that as circumstances change, we can respond.

Involvement – Valuing the involvement of you and your family/friends in determining how your care will be provided Independence – Enabling you to remain as independent as possible, while providing assistance and encouragement Innovation – We are continually searching for new initiatives to support you and your lifestyle

Our range of programs include: • Community Aged Care Packages (CACp’s) A planned and coordinated range of support for people with complex care needs, requiring minimal assistance

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Family History Sunshine Coast BEGINNERS Classes will be held on the five Tuesdays in November at Genealogy Sunshine Coast Petrie Park Road, Nambour (opposite the swimming pool) from 9.30-11.30am.

Morning tea included for the cost of $10 per week for non-members and $5 per week for members, notes included.

Come along, find out how to do family history the right way, for experienced researchers it is worth a refresher course to get up to date with current research trends. All welcome. Limited numbers so call Merle to register on 54.444648.

The next general meeting will commence at 9.30am on Saturday 12 November 2011 at the Resource Centre in Petrie Park, Nambour, at the end of the car park opposite the swimming pool.

After the meeting Therese Hawken will

talk about adoption and Queensland Legislation.

Workshops planned for Saturday 26 November 9:30 am – 11:30 am. A writing workshop will deal with basic writing for future publication. The afternoon workshop 1:00pm – 3pm will cover photos and stories the basics you need to know.

Bookings are essential please. Cost is $5 each or $8 for both and all monies raised are used to purchase further teaching resources and handbooks for the library. To book, phone the Centre on 5441 4266 or email genealogysc@gmail.com See more on our website http:// sites.google.com/site/ genealogysunshinecoastinc/ For research queries phone Merle on 5444 4648.

Alzheimer’s support on the Sunshine Coast REFLECTIONS Support Services are a not for profit community service provider operating from multiple venues across the Sunshine Coast.

Reflections Support Services provide personalised support to help people with dementia maintain their lifestyle in the community and assist carers to understand dementia and its symptoms and to develop appropriate support strategies.

They also provide useful information and advice to the whole community to help reduce the incidence of dementia.

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Dutch Card Club THE Dutch Card Club are looking for new members.

The Club meets at 6pm each Friday night at the Kawana Library Rooms and welcomes both visitors and new members.

Enquiries to Cornelius on 5493 3058 or Joyce on 5476 8741.

shine Coast Inc (Reflections Support Services) Fiona Simpson, MP for Maroochydore recently attended their annual general meeting and was encouraged to hear about the amazing work they do to support our community.

She particularly wants to commend Lori McLeod, Alison Parkinson and their team for all their hard work as well as the volunteer members led by David Prescott.

For more information, you can contact them on 5476 7833 or call the Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500.

Law, Finance & YOU Illegally accessing your super early can cost you more than you think DURING difficult financial times it might be tempting to access your superannuation savings early. However unless you meet strict conditions it is illegal and can cost you more than you think.

The ATO is concerned about the number of illegal schemes being promoted that offer people access to their super savings early.

People who offer easy access to your superannuation, usually for a substantial fee, may not be telling you the whole

story and should not be trusted.

Promoters of these schemes typically take advantage of people with a limited understanding of how super works and charge large fees or commissions in order to gain access to your super and will say you can access your super earlier than you are entitled to.

These schemes are illegal and you could face penalties as well as jail time long after your money is spent.

You may also find yourself the victim of identity

fraud where promoters steal a person’s identity and their superannuation benefits. These thefts can go un-noticed for some time and cause long term problems for the individual in obtaining finance in the future.

If you have entered into an arrangement that sounds similar to these schemes it’s important to contact the ATO as soon as possible. Talking to us voluntarily means you may be entitled to a reduction in any penalties that may apply and we might be able to protect

your identity from being used in other illegal activities.

Last financial year the ATO identified over 1,280 people involved with illegal schemes to access super early and assessed them for an additional $9.4 million in tax and penalties.

The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission have successfully prosecuted four promoters over the past 12 months who received jail sentences.

It’s important to think carefully before entering into arrangements that offer easy access to your superannuation benefits.

In addition to paying excessive fees or commissions (sometimes in excess of 30% of your super balance) you could be taxed at rates as high as 46.5%.

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per early if you are experiencing financial hardship or have strong compassionate reasons, talk directly to your super fund and they will advise you what to do next.

If your circumstances allow you to legally access your superannuation benefits this will usually be free or cost a nominal fee and you do not need

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If you have been approached by a scheme promoter to access your super early, or have information about people making such an offer, call the ATO on 13 10 20.

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Why has the AUD fallen recently?

THE AUD has recently fallen below 95cUS which is the currency’s lowest level since September last year.

The level of a currency is often impacted by a vast array of information, and the latest movements in our currency are no different with a range of issues including: Growth concerns in China impacting demand for Australian exports; ongoing European debt issues, and, a general sense of risk aversion that is boosting demand for so called safe haven currencies like the USD. Trying to predict exactly where the AUD is headed right now is very difficult. While it’s probably fair to say it’s closer to what would be considered normal levels now rather than when it was in the 1.05-1.10 USD range, it could definitely rise and fall again.

The value of the AUD fluctuates in a similar way to how sharemarkets perform. The AUD is a “risk on” currency, so when markets are confident and buying riskier assets, it rises. And conversely when market confidence is low, the AUD is sold and can fall. While a lower AUD isn’t great if you’re planning an overseas holiday or shopping online, it does improve the attractiveness of certain Australian companies who receive a portion of their income overseas like One Steel, Billabong or CSL. It’s hard to exactly determine what the effect of Greece defaulting will have on share markets. However, there are a number of factors to keep in mind.

The market has known for a long time now that Greece has a high probability of defaulting and therefore has,

to a large extent, factored this in. While there is no guarantee that the market won’t experience more volatility should Greece actually default, some of the impact on global markets has already occurred. Also, there are other countries in Europe like Germany and France who can actually absorb Greece’s debt an help soften the impact a Greece default may have.

While interest rates on term deposits may seem attractive at the moment, it’s important to be wary that current market conditions may lead to scenarios where the interest rate could significantly fall, such as a slowing of economic growth or a period of stagnation. On top of a rising inflation rate, this could mean you are effectively losing real wealth in the long run.

The share market has always provided investors with healthy returns over medium to long-term periods and this view hasn’t changed. However, it’s important to be realistic with your time frames and goals because while markets will inevitable recover at some point, it’s important to have a diversified portfolio at times like this.

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Health experts have met in Sydney to finalise a series of wide-ranging recommendations on how to build strong bones to prevent the debilitating bone condition.

The guidelines, the first of their kind in the world, include recommendations on how much calcium, vitamin D and weight-bearing

exercise is needed to keep bones strong and prevent fractures.

An estimated one million Australians have osteoporosis, while another 5.4 million have low bone density.

“Just 10 per cent higher peak bone mass can delay the development of osteoporosis by 13 years and reduce the risk of fracture by 50 per cent,”4, 5 said Professor Peter Ebeling, Medical Director of Osteoporosis Australia.

“Once finalised, the recommendations will be widely distributed by Osteoporosis Australia, to GPs, allied health professionals and the community.”

Prof Ebeling says these recommendations aim to create consistency on calcium and vitamin D requirements.

“We know from the National Nutrition Survey that many adults, including women and older Australians, do not get adequate daily calcium.”

“Despite living in a sundrenched country, many Aussies do not receive adequate vitamin D to ensure bone health.

“While over-exposure to sun can have damaging effects, people also need to understand lack of sunlight can be just as dangerous for human health.

“A particular study of women living in southeast Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania found that 40 per cent, 37 per cent and 67 per cent of respondents in the respective states experienced vitamin D insufficiencies during winter and spring.”

“Combining vitamin D and adequate calcium intake can significantly reduce fracture rates in a cost-effective manner, particularly for those over 50 years of age who are at increased risk of osteoporosis,” said Prof Ebeling.

“Older adults and individuals with osteoporosis or osteopaenia should engage in a combination of muscle strengthening, weight-bearing exercises within a safe environment to avoid falls,” said Professor Robin Daly, Chair of Exercise and Ageing, Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research (CPAN), Deakin University, Melbourne.

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MELANOMA Patients Australia, (MPA) is an Australia wide support group for people with Melanoma. The Sunshine Coast & Hinterland branch of MPA meets on the third Friday of each month at the Cancer Council rooms, Bayden Powell Street, Maroochydore. If you or a member of your family has been diagnosed with Melanoma, these friendly, happy support meetings could be helpful. The next meeting is on Friday 18th November from 10am to 12 noon. To find out more about MPA visit our web site at www.melanomapatients.org or e-mail info@ melanomapatients.org.

To speak to a member, phone Christine at 5499 6367 or Daphne at 5478 8744.

New Prostate Cancer Support Group for Sunshine Coast A NEW prostate cancer support group is being established at Beerwah to service the southern end of the Sunshine Coast and North Morton regions.

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This support group is being formed to support all those who can be seen by the Glass House Mountains.

An awareness evening held at Beerwah on 22 September was attended by 40 men and their partners who voted to start the group, to be known as the Glasshouse Country Prostate Cancer Support Group.

Organiser Mr Bob McLean, said the Group is being sponsored by the Glasshouse Country Menshed Inc. the group is also strongly supported by Beerwah Lions, the Rotary Club of Glasshouse Moun-

tains, and the long established Sunshine Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group.

Co-convenor of the Sunshine Coast Group, Rob Tonge, who attended the Beerwah gathering, said that with the high population growth in the southern area of the region and the north Morton region, a second support organisation was needed. The Sunshine Coast Group attracts 70 – 80 men and their partners at Group monthly meetings, with increasing enquiries from the Glasshouse, Blackall Range and

north Morton area.

Bob McLean said latest figures show that 20,000 men are now diagnosed with prostate cancer each year, and with the increased publicity being given to this type of cancer, there is growing demand for information and support.

An organising committee has been formed to establish and manage the Glasshouse Country Support Group.

“Your support may be for you, your family or another Queenslander” Bob said.

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Gubbio in Umbria GUBBIO had been on my “list of places” for ages.

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My previous destination was Bergamo in the North. So, I left Bergamo, (funicular and bus to the railway station) and took a train to Milan, train to

Ancona on the Adriatic Coast, another train to Fossata, then bus to Gubbio. I had planned this journey to arrive in Gubbio in the late afternoon, but alas I missed a connection and by the time I did get there it was dark. Not so very late but dark all the same.

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I had my meals each night.

The restaurant is a short walk from the hotel.

While during the day, there are public lifts to various levels of the town, after dinner I had to walk up 154 steps back to the hotel. All worth it, my room was lovely, as were the couple of outdoor sitting areas. And the food at Taverna del Lupo was also superb. I really enjoyed the pasta with the shavings of local white truffles. Isn’t it amazing that one can really taste the difference of freshly made pasta.

It is sometimes a little off putting eating alone in a restaurant, but I was made to feel very comfortable.

On my way out after the first night, I said “I’ll see you tomorrow night,” and the following night there was MY table with the reserved sign on it.

As in all Italian towns there are several churches. The most central in Gubbio is the Chiesa di San Francesco, for it was in Gubbio that it is said Saint Frances tamed the wolf. It is also said that in Gubbio Frances was given the robe that was to become the habit of all Franciscans. I went to several of the churches as I wondered around the town and as is usually the way, they were all different.

Gubbio was founded by the Umbrians around the third or forth century BC, later passing to the Etruscans. Seven bronze tablets were found in a field in the 15th c, they are a sample of the Umbrian script written between the 4th and 2nd century BC. I was able to see these in the museum. Later the Romans came and the remains of the Roman theatre are on the edge of town.

My hotel with its many levels spilt down to the Piazza Grande, where the Palazzo Consoli towers over the piazza and houses the museum and where I climbed to the high tower with the wonderful view over the

rooves of Gubbio and down to the Piazza Quaranta Martiri. This central piazza was named after the forty innocent citizens murdered by the Nazis in 1944 as a reprisal for partisan attacks in the surrounding hills.

The Piazza Grande also leads to the Duomo, which was behind and above my hotel.

I really enjoyed my stay in Gubbio, chatting to locals about the filming of

the series Don Matteo (that was shown here on SBS). I wandered the tiny streets, browsed in the charming ceramic shops that were the economic source in the Middle ages.

After four nights it was time to leave. I made my departure simpler than my arrival, a taxi to the station (25 Euros) and the train to Rome for the weekend of the Canonisation of St Mary MacKillop.

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Back on board, cruise the Main River, enjoying excursions to medieval Rothenburg on the Romantic Road, overlooking the Tauber River. Saunter along the Main-Danube Canal, perhaps visit a beer house in Bamburg before reaching the famous Blue Danube and one of

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On reaching Passau, enjoy a choice of three tours, including a Sound of Music tour of Salzburg, a coach trip into the Czech Republic or a cathedral visit before cruising into Austria. Cruise through the Strudengau region, visit monasteries, take a guided bike ride along the banks of the Danube or take it easy on board your river ship to the castle ruins where Richard the

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You may choose to discover Slovakia’s Communist past or rest in anticipation of an evening music performance on your ship. Still on the Danube, arrive in romantic Budapest. Visit the Hungarian State Opera House, enjoy champagne and a private opera recital before enjoying a farewell dinner on board in a twilight tour of the Hungarian capital.

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First Aid for burns and scalds THE following information comes from Senior and Safer – Practical tips for a safer home, a free booklet issued by the Dept of Community Safety. For details on all community programs and initiatives, phone 1300 369 003 or go to www.emergency.qld.gov.au.

First aid for burns and scalds: Contact with any excessive heat source may lead to a burn or scald.

Prompt first aid will help the healing process and assist in a full recovery. Check these safety tips: cool the affected area immediately with cold running water from a tap or shower and continue for at least 20 minutes; do not remove any clothing that is sticking to the skin or wound at the burn site but do remove

any rings, watches or other jewellery as quickly as possible due to likely swelling of the affected area; after cooling the injured area, apply a sterile nonstick dressing; if the burn is larger than the palm of the hand, phone triple zero (000). Remember: Do not apply ice directly to the burn; cool the burn area only with water for 20 minutes; do not break blisters or remove peeled skin; do not try to remove any clothing that is stuck to a burn; do not apply cream, ointments, lotions or gels to a burn injury; elevate burned limbs where possible; maintain the injured person’s body temperature; rest and reassure the injured person; monitor breathing until medical help arrives.

Asian honey bees threaten our food sources L-R Joan Morrison, Lorraine Peterson, Deb Ridley and Kate Allwright with some of their craft exhibition.

CALOUNDRA Arts Centre Association’s next Arts and Crafts Fair is on Saturday, 12th November, 9.00am -4.00pm and Sunday, 13th November, 9.00am – 3.00pm at 5 North Street, Caloundra (opposite Rydges Oasis Resort).

A wonderful array of quality handcrafted goods, made by the members, will be on sale. This is a marvellous opportunity to support your local community and pick up some unique items at the same time. All rooms at the 5 North Street Centre will be filled with an exciting and eclectic selection of handicrafts including Pottery, Woodwork, original Art and Pastels to Handmade Lace, Quilting, Embroidery, Jewellery and Silk Painting (to name but a few!). Christmas is not far away so this is an ideal opportunity to get in and purchase some early gifts. Handmade decorations and cards are a feature also. Some of our many talented members will be displaying their crafts with demonstrations.

A feature of this year’s fair will be a travelling suitcase exhibition.

The Australian Textile Arts and Surface Design Association (ATASDA) is currently producing a travelling suitcase exhibition, “The Maharajah’s Garden”.

This consists of a brightly decorated suitcase, containing at least twentyfive small textile works in a range of different media. Each work is accompanied by an A3 techniques board, explaining one of the methods used in construction of that piece.

The Fair also has a Produce stall featuring genuine homemade goodies, including pickles, jams, slices and cakes.

Plants, pre-loved books and raffles complete the picture.

Light refreshments are available including sandwiches, Devonshire Teas and a sausage sizzle.

Admission is free so gather your friends, come along and enjoy a great day out and maybe pick up a bargain or two. Some great gift ideas also!

For more information contact Fair Convenor: Jill Barker via email: fair@caloundraartsandcrafts.org.au or visit the website www.caloundraartsandcrafts.org.au

AS the world’s population continues to grow, so does our reliance on honey bees. Honey bees help pollinate 1 in every 3 bites that we eat… they are vital in our agricultural industry and essential for the survival of the almost 7 billion people who inhabit this planet. And, as the world’s population continues to grow, so does our reliance on honey bees. Unfortunately, most pollinating insects throughout the world are endangered today, including the honey bee. $2 million funding was announced this year by the Federal Government to support the development of a national pilot program aimed at creating a solution to the management of Asian honey bees.

The program will run over two years, and the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council has committed to working with Biosecurity Queensland as volunteers to save their industry.

They will try to contain and suppress the pest to North Queensland.

President of the Federal Council of Australian Apiarists Association and volunteer, Bill Weiss, said the

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volunteer program was a positive way for industry to support the ongoing control of the Asian honey bee.

“The beekeeping industry cannot survive with Asian bees,” Mr Weiss said.

“The volunteer program is our way of helping to protect the industry by supporting the ongoing work to control this devastating pest.”

Biosecurity Queensland is continuing to work with national and interstate jurisdictions and industry to develop an agreed operational plan for the transitional containment program.

Since the detection of Asian honey bees in Cairns in 2007, Biosecurity Queensland has detected and destroyed 415 nests and swarms in the region.

The Asian honey bee is an invasive species which adversely affects populations of European honey bees by competing for floral resources and robbing managed hives.

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Date: Thursday 1st December at 10.00am – 2.30pm. $25.00 – lunch included at the Lawson Shed Annex, Pomona & District Community House.

Bookings essential phone Pomona Community House on 5485 2427. Please let us know if you have special dietary needs.

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The Caloundra Markets Indoor-Outdoor Market THE Country and Farmers Market has moved beachside, to the Currimundi State School, Buderim Street, Caloundra, open every Sunday 7-12 noon.

We have a Treasure Chest of Collectables, Arts & Crafts, Jewellery, Clothing, and Books & Furniture.

You will find a great selection of Fruit & veg, Asian Vegetables & Olives and new to the Market is Maleny yoghurt and cheeses. Also Organic Skin-care and pesticide free Vegetables. For the garden there are plants, herbs, palms & pots and handyman tools.

Have coffee and breakfast and a Treasure Hunt in the car boot sales. Funds raised go to Dicky Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. Details call Bob 0401 482 949.

Sunshine Crafts COME and join in our groups at Sunshine Crafts held every Wednesday in the Maroochydore Community Hall, Memorial Avenue, from 9.30-12.30.Cost $6 +$2 endless morning tea. Everyone is welcome to come along for a look at our new craft additions, no experience needed, just enthusiasm. Remember only 7 Wednesdays to our break up, so you could be making Xmas presents with a happy group of people.

For more info please call Beryl on 5479 1517.

Cent Sale THE Maroochydore branch of the CWA will be holding a Cent Sale on Friday the 25th of November, 2011.

Cost - $3 for morning tea at 9.30am. Cent sale sheets are $1 each. There will be lots of great prizes. All will be made very welcome. Starting time is 10am. For more information please phone 5448 7632.

Petrie Park Craft OUR motto is ‘Enjoyment of Crafts with Friendship’.

Mondays: Needle work, Patchwork and Crochet. Tuesday: Art; Wednesday for Self Help Art and Thursday for Sculpture & Wheel Work Pottery.

Our yearly fees are low & anyone is welcome to visit or join our groups. Phone Marlaine on 54416852 or Heather on 5446 8217.

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DID you know that 80% of home fires start in the kitchen?

Queensland Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS) Station Officer Vic Van Vliet presented a demonstration within a controlled environment on the Gold Coast on what to do and what not to do in the event of a stove-top fire.

Audience members were surprised how one small cup of water thrown on a cooking oil fire within a saucepan could create flames large enough to shoot out towards them.

Vic is pictured demonstrating how to use a fire blanket. Fire blankets are available at hardware and department stores for about $20.

For information about free QFRS Community Safety programs including Home Fire Safety for Seniors, and Safehome (a visit by your local fire crew), call 1300 369 003 or see http://www.fire.qld.gov.au/ communitysafety.

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SENIORS NEWS Heavenly harps and harmonies

Buderim Male Choir

THE Buderim Male Choir welcomes the renowned Lipman Harp Duo back to the Sunshine Coast for a series of concerts in November – events featuring rich male vocal harmonies and the heavenly

sounds of the angels’ favourite instrument played by world-class musicians.

The Lipman Harp Duo, the only ensemble of its kind in Australia, comprises eminent harpists

Sebastien and Sayo Lipman, a husband and wife team with outstanding international credentials. Now Brisbanebased, the duo continues to perform throughout Australia and overseas,

delighting audiences with well-loved repertoire.

Under musical director Paul Coppens, the Buderim Male Choir continues its musical journey with a renewed commitment to bringing quality entertainment to Sunshine Coast audiences. A man with impressive national and international credentials, Paul’s unbounded enthusiasm and passion for male voice choir are also providing a great stimulus for the choir’s ‘Singing for Life’ initiative which aims to get more Sunshine Coast men involved in choral singing.

Venue for the first concert on 6 November is the Maleny Uniting Church.

Gala Lunch

EIGHTY five members of the Graduate Women Queensland Sunshine Coast Branch celebrated their twentieth anniversary with a superb formal luncheon held at Flaxton Gardens on Sunday 2nd October. Seven of the past presidents were in attendance. Mrs Norma McMichael was proclaimed as an honorary life member.

Members participate in a broad range of activities and social events throughout the year which include Bi-monthly breakfast meetings with dynamic guest speakers, Book Groups, and a Special Project for the education of young female refugee students. GWQ SC

Branch has a close association with the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC). Bursaries to the total value of $57,000 have been awarded to date. “The Australian Federation of Graduate Women is the voice of graduate women promoting the advancement of women worldwide and their equality of opportunity, through initiatives in education, friendship and peace”.

Women who are interested in joining the branch may contact the group at www.graduatewomen.org.au or by contacting Membership Officer Val Ross 5476 8645 budross@bigpond.net.au

Who do you call…

Seniors Card 131 304 or 1800 175 500 (free call outside Brisbane) Centrelink: Retirement 132 300 Disability, Sickness & Carers 132 717 Employment Services 132 850 Retirement Village Association of Australia 1800 240 080 Seniors Enquiry Line 1300 135 500 Department of Veteran Affairs 133 254

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Know your holiday address

THE Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) is urging holiday-makers to know their holiday address and take the time to familiarise themselves with new surroundings.

QAS South Eastern Region Acting Assistant Commissioner Stephen Zsombok said many holiday makers enjoyed their time away without incident; however, it was important for people to know their holiday address and beach access code in case of an

Uniting Church. Starting time for all concerts is 2.00pm.

More information including location of ticket out-

Subsequent concerts are scheduled for 12 November at the Caloundra Uniting Church and 13 November at the Buderim

emergency.

“Knowing your exact holiday address can cut minutes off emergency response times, which can mean the difference between life and death,” Mr Zsombok said.

“In an emergency, people can be upset and can easily forget the address of a holiday home or become confused and give Triple Zero (000) Emergency Medical Dispatchers incorrect information.

The QAS also stressed the importance of knowing beach access codes while on holidays.

“In an emergency on a beach, it’s just as important for people to be able to correctly relay location information without delay,” Mr Zsombok said.

“Every second counts in the case of serious incidents such as a near drowning, surfing or boating accidents and knowing your nearest beach access code can make all the difference.

“Most beaches have numbered access points or signage and it is wise for all beachgoers to make a mental note of the number of their access point each time they use the beach.”

In the event of an emergency, phone Triple Zero (000) immediately.

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LED by Andre Bonetti on percussion GRESHKA is an exciting group of 5 talented young musicians who play the high energy, high paced music from Eastern Europe and the Balkans.

Their music combines the complex grooves and sounds of Eastern Europe, Klezmer, Brass Bands from the Balkans with western, classical, metal and jazz to make a potent explosive concoction of in -your -face sounds that are hard to resist.

GRESHKA is Brisbane based and perform regularly at Australian Festivals, Woodford and the Queensland

Multicultural Festival. The group line up has Clarinet, Trumpet, Alto, Baritone saxophones,Bass and Percussion.

Andre the leader is soon travelling overseas to study the Cimbalon a hammered Dulcimer played throughout Eastern Europe.

GRESHKA will be performing at the Currimundi Hotel Function Room 32 Buderim St Currimundi on Sunday 13th November from 1.304.30 PM. Costs are $ 20 Members, $22.50 Concessions, $25 Visitors. For further information and bookings [advisable] Phone Ted 5491 6017 or Alan 5478 3137 (Credit Cards).

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Across 6 SERIOUS: Grave (key) issue or problem (anagram indicator) 7 IRONS: Clubs (irons) can be heated tools (irons) 9 CARS: Vicars don’t have (omission indicator) six (vi) motors (key) 1 0 STILETTOES: Only heels (stilettoes) use these daggers (stilettoes) 11 FLAWLESS: Sounds like (homophone indicator) the room with no bottom (floorless) is perfect (flawless) 1 3 GENEVA: European city (key) takes in (hidden indicator) Bergen evacuees 1 5 SPAR: Practise bout (spar) aboard the sailing boat (spar) 1 7 SEARS: Scorches (key) the skinhead’s ears 1 8 TOSS: Eliot (TS) had a very big (os) fling (key) 1 9 FROSTY: Icy (key) bear leaves (omission indicator) the ferry boats with a problem (anagram indicator) 2 0 SURPRISE: Superiors managed (anagram indicator) nothing (o) but (omission indicator) astonishment (key) 2 3 HERBALISTS: Her graduate (ba) has lists of natural therapists (key) 2 6 COAX: Cajole (key) the commanding officer (co) with a kiss (x) 2 7 SWAYS: Rocks

(key) at the top (initial indicator) are shaped with acid yellow shale 2 8 ROLLERS: All at sea (rollers) with the hair curlers (rollers)

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1 2 STARS: Leads (stars) to the suns (stars) 1 4 NOT CRICKET: A game where you tackle (not cricket) is unsporting (not cricket) 1 6 PARCELS: I haven’t (omission indicator) designed (anagram indicator) replicas of the packages (key) 1 7 SPYGLASS: See (spy) the mirror (glass) with the small telescope (key) 2 1 RUSTLE: Make a swishing sound (rustle) as you steal stock (rustle) 2 2 SCABS: Antisocial bystanders take turns (alternate indicator) as strike breakers (key) 2 4 BRAD: Small nail (brad) for Darby Turner (reversal indicator) 2 5 SORE: Rambling (anagram indicator) rose can be painful (key)

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Tenors in concert (but with an Australian flavour) where popular classics are presented in a party atmosphere with patrons dressing up, waving flags and joining wholeheartedly in community singing. Music

The Orchestra and will be presenting 2 wonderful ‘Night at the Proms’ concerts under the baton of popular conductor Adrian King. The Bicentennial Hall, Bicentennial Drive Sunshine Beach, is the venue for Saturday November 12 at 7 pm; the

Lake Kawana Community Centre, is the venue for Saturday November 26 at 7 pm. Both concerts will be a celebration of good music and fun, with the format being loosely based on the famous British Proms Concerts at the Albert Hall in London

Legacy Remembrance Day Concert THE Sunshine Coast Concert Band will again feature at the annual Legacy Remembrance Day Concert, at the Baptist Community Centre, Wises Rd., starting at 2pm on Saturday 5th November.

The theme this year is ‘Victory in the Pacific’, and tunes will include a ‘South Pacific’ medley of songs, and notably the Army, Navy and Air Force theme songs.

Time-honoured selections will be played from the Big Band era of Swing and Jazz, along with sentimental favourites and war time songs, accompanied by power point presentations of vintage footage.

Of special interest will be a vocal and instrumental presentation of the ’Captives’ Hymn’ which was written by Margaret Dryburgh, and sung by the

concession/pre-purchased tickets $27, groups of 10 or more $25 each, children $15, and a light supper will be provided. Tickets can be purchased from the ticket office at the Lake Kawana

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5413 1400. For more information or to book tickets, phone 5445 5123, or visit www.scso.org.au Tickets can also be purchased in person from the Palmwoods Newsagency.

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WORLD class tenors Andrew Pryor and David Kidd who have performed with the Ten Tenors, and are now with Tenorissimo, will be performing with the Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra in two concerts in November.

will include works by Elgar, Coates, Tchaikovsky, Parry, Herold and others, also excerpts from operas and operettas will be sung by the tenors. Tickets for adults are $30 at the door,

women held in captivity on the island of Sumatra in 1942.

Ken Chadwick OAM is the Music Director of this talented band of approximately 40 wind musicians, and the audience will be invited to singalong with singers Bev Gourlay and Aart Schouten.

There will also be a pre-concert performance by students from Maroochydore State High School.

Tickets are $15 (which includes a sumptuous afternoon tea), and are available from any S.C. Westpac Branch, or by phoning 5493 5098. Tickets are also available at the door.

This concert is organised by the S.C. Legacy group, and all proceeds will be directed to their local support activities.

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Euroz Christmas Celebration Dance

THE Euroz Christmas Dance will be held on Saturday 26th November at the Kawana Community Centre, Nanyima Street, Buddina. Doors open at 6.30pm with music

by The Kurt Abend Duo commencing at 7pm-10.30pm. Admission for members is $10 and non member $14. The café will be open for snacks, tea, coffee’n cake and soft drinks. Don’t forget to bring your own beverages and glasses etc.

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Sincere Gent 6’ Tall, well groomed, retired and DTE. NS, SD. Love the outdoors. Looking for a lady for friendship first, see what happens. I am 68 yrs young, Lover of Food and Good Music. If you are 77 years romantic and affectionate. Slim lady sought to share and over, intelligent, a lover of food and good music what life has to offer. Ref: 868 and seeking a petite lady, congenial with a good sense of humour, happy and understanding. Friendship 60 year old Sunshine Coast Gent DTE, caring, affecONLY. It could be fun – there will be not if but where. tionate and fun loving. NS, SD, enjoys life, good Ref: 870 conversation, music, walking, drives, movies, travel and more. Seeking best friend and soul mate, 58 – 63 Cultured Lady in the Hills. Over 70 WLTM edu- yrs. Ref: 869 cated and insightful man who does not think only within the square. Shared meals and conversation 70 year old Gent own home, FS, ND. West of envisaged. A relaxed mutual companionship. Shared Caloundra. A quiet gent who enjoys music and garexpenses. Ref: 871 dening. WLTM lady 50 – 70 yrs for friendship first, possible VTPR. Must be a dog lover. Ref: 872 Lonely Widow No children, FS, slim and active WLTM interesting, outgoing gentleman, 70’s, for How to Reply friendship with VTPR. No fishing, no bowls. GSOH, Place your reply in a sealed STAMPED envelope NS and SD. Ref: 873 (please don’t write on this envelope). Enclose this envelope inside another envelope and write the refFit and Active Lady late 60’s enjoys lawn bowls, erence number advertisement you wish to respond walking, drives, dining in and out, travel, good con- to and post it to “Seniors Meeting Place”, P.O. Box versation and reading. NS, SD. Is prepared to share 1062, Tewantin. Qld 4565. We will then forward your expenses. WLTM honest, caring, romantic gent with message on to the person who placed the advertisesimilar interests. Ref: 874 ment.

Petite Slim English Lady late 50’s, NS, SD with GSOH. Likes sport, dancing and keeping fit. Easy going, well travelled with own home. Likes having fun!

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Sunshine Coast Gent 63 yrs. I am interested in the outdoors, swimming, cycling and travel. Enjoys cooking and the cinema. I am a pretty laid back person looking for a lady with similar interests. Ref: 867

Monthly Christian Seniors Celebration MANY seniors have indicated that they are not comfortable with the modern songs and loud music offered by most Contemporary Churches on the Sunshine Coast. This need has been noted by Pastor Noel Thomas (retired) of the New Life Assembly at Nambour. Therefore the Monthly Seniors Celebration will be inaugurated. Come along and check it out!

First Sunday of each month 4pm – 5.15pm. New Life Auditorium, McKenzie Road, Nambour.

Enjoy – Christian Hymns and Songs of Yesteryear.

Fellowship of Communion. The Informality and Inspiration. Warm welcome – especially for you! Enquiries to Pastor Noel on 0432 672 220.

To place a FREE ad Send your free advertisement (up to 40 words) with your name, address and phone number to “Seniors Meeting Place”, P.O. Box 1062, Tewantin. Qld 4565.

(No names, addresses or phone numbers are printed in the advertisements, only a reference number).

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The possibilities are endless and it is a competition for all ages with past winners including children, teenagers and older entrants. It’s worth digging through your photo albums to see if there is anything relevant or get out there and take some new snaps,” explained Christmas in Cooroy Event Manager, Danielle Taylor.

Entries can be submitted to the Cooroy Central Guardian Pharmacy in Maple Street, Cooroy up until 5pm on Friday 25 November. For more information refer to the Christmas in Cooroy website – www.christmasincooroy.com.au.

FREE For Sale Classifieds

Only ONE FREE FOR SALE classified allowed per person per month. No other sorts of Classifieds, ie: Wanted adverts will be accepted. The publisher reserves the right to decline, edit and reduce the number of classifieds appearing due to space available in the newspaper. Due to these space constraints sometimes not all adverts will appear in the one month, but will be placed in the following month.

You can write up to 20 words per advert, but make sure that your contact phone number, and the selling price are clearly stated.

Items for sale must not exceed $500.

Please submit FREE classifieds only by post, fax or email to our office by 17th of each month.

(No adverts will be accepted over the telephone.)

Wanted items are no longer accepted.

Conditions apply: Free For Sale classifieds are for private party advertising only.

No business adverts accepted. Please print the first word of your classified in CAPITALS, and the rest of the advert should be in lower case. All adverts must be accompanied by the name, address and phone number of the person placing the advertising.

POST your adverts to: ‘SC Free 4 Sale,’ SC Seniors Newspaper, P O Box 1062, Tewantin Q. 4565.

FAX adverts to: 5474 4975 EMAIL: free4sale@seniorsnewspaper.com.au (All emailed adverts must be in lower case, except for the first word, which should be in capitals.)

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SENIORS NEWS Cryptic Clues

Cryptic Crossword Secrets

Across 6 7 9 10 11 (8) 13 15 17 18 19 20 23 26 27 (5) 28

Grave issue or problem (7) Clubs can be heated tools (5) Vicars don’t have six motors (4) Only heels use these daggers (10) Sounds like the room with no bottom is perfect

by Barbara Gettinby

European city takes in Bergen evacuees (6) Practise bout aboard the sailing boat (4) Scorches the skinhead’s ears (5) Eliot had a very big fling (4) Icy bear leaves the ferry boats with a problem (6) Superiors managed nothing but astonishment (8) Her graduate has lists of natural therapists (10) Cajole the commanding officer with a kiss (4) Rocks at the top are shaped with acid yellow shale

Straight Clues Across 6 7 9 10 11 13 15 17 18 19 20 23 26 27 28

Grave (7) Clubs (5) Motors (4) Daggers (10) Perfect (8) European city (6) Practise bout (4) Scorches (5) Fling (4) Icy (6) Astonishment (8) Natural therapists (10) Cajole (4) Rocks (5) Hair curlers (7)

All at sea with the hair curlers (7)

Down Down 1 Have a verbal row over the puzzles (10) 2 Rumple the lot - use foolishly (6) 3 A still for keeping Italian wine (4) 4 Branches off with 501 edges (8) 5 Blockhead is out of the fight (4) 6 Will you be quiet everyone (5) 8 Puts off the flat surfaces (7) 12 Leads to the suns (5) 14 A game where you tackle is unsporting (3,7) 16 I haven’t designed replicas of the packages (7) 17 See the mirror with the small telescope (8) 21 Make a swishing sound as you steal stock (6) 22 Antisocial bystanders take turns as strikebreakers (5) 24 Small nail for Darby Turner (4) © Barbara Gettinby.- Cryptic Crossword Secrets - Where Every Answer is Fully 25 Rambling rose can be painful (4) Explained. Books available from www.RadgePublishing.com ph: 5473 5743 This column invites readers to email any questions they have on old movies, including silent and/or TV shows.

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Can you give details of the film about the great American Indian sportsman of the early 20th century?

The film you are referring to was called “Jim Thorpe-All American” (aka Man of Bronze) made

by Warners Bros in 1951, directed by Michael Curtiz. The film starred Burt Lancaster as a native American from Oklahoma who goes to an Indian school in Pennsylvania and under the coaching of “Pop” Warner (Charles Bickford) becomes an all events champion. In 1912, he entered the Olympic Games in Stockholm winning both pentathlon and decathlon events. Wanting to settle down as a sports coach, he cannot find employ-

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ment on racial grounds. It is then discovered he had played professional baseball (to earn a living in 1907 aged 19) which infringed on his amateur status and he was stripped of his medals.

Amazingly he then becomes both a professional baseball player and footballer but his life is changed when his son dies of influenza. He continues downhill into drink, divorce and depression.

Finding work as a truck driver he begins to coach youngsters and drifts into Hollywood “B” westerns of the 1930’s and 40’s. He died in 1953 aged 65; his Olympic medals were restored to him posthumously in 1982.

Lancaster who was roughly the same height and weight as Thorpe was perfect for the role even at the age of 37 doing most of his own stunts.

Thorpe was employed as a technical advisor on the film and was quoted as saying “Watching Burt playing the part I didn’t think I was that handsome.”

Can you give details of the films pairing Spencer Tracy and Katherine Hepburn?

Tracy and Hepburn made 9 films together from 1942-67, the same years that paralleled their offscreen relationship. The idea of the teaming came

from a hunch by friend and screenwriter/director Garson Kanin. Both were stars in their own right when they met. Tracy (b.1900) had made 45 films and won two academy awards for “Captain Courageous” (1937) and “Boystown” (1938).

Hepburn (b.1907) had made 17 films and won an Oscar for “Morning Glory” (1933). Their films were based on the battle of the sexes due to the contrast of their personalities. He was a mid western, brash realist to her classy sophisticate of New England heritage.

Behind this however was the magic of respect, admiration, strength and humour, each bringing out the best in each other.

Their films included “Woman of the Year” (1942), “Keeper of the Flame” (1933), a solemn melodrama, “Without Love” (1945), “Sea of Grass” (1946), a brooding western, “State of the Union” (1948) “Adams Rib” (1948) and “Pat & Mike” (1952). The last two films were probably the best examples of their teaming. “Desk Set” (1957) was followed by “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” (1967), Tracy’s last film. Although very close during this time, they never married due to Tracy’s religious convictions. If you would like your questions answered, email Greg Goddard on gregsmoviememories@ gmail.com

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Come and wander through the original brick and timber 1853 home of Dr. Stephen Simpson, sit under the shade of the 160 year old fig tree whilst enjoying the Kaleidoscope Colonial Dancers perform. Relax on the Tea Terrace overlooking the river and enjoy a Sausage Sizzle, Devonshire Tea or home-

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THIS quilt made by Anne Hunt of Tewantin, recently won a first prize in Melbourne, as part of the “Fabric of Society” quilt competition. This was run in association with the Victorian Quilters’ Guild at their Quilt and Craft Fair. A very important part of every quilt is its story and the story of “Family Threads – A Wagga” is a moving one.

“After Dad’s death I had gathered together a few pieces of his signature clothing because the quilter in me wanted to make a quilt from them as a form of therapy after losing a very spe-

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cial dad. The quilt I had in mind was a Wagga which is a depression era quilt.

Waggas were made from whatever scraps or fabrics were around at the time e.g. old clothing / furnishing fabrics, flour bags, old army blankets etc.

More recently Waggas have become somewhat of an art form.

My father died in 2009 and at the beginning of 2010 my older Brother Brendan came forward to inform us of his existence. Brendan was born on Dad’s 20th birthday, before Dad had met Mum. While Mum was aware that Dad had a son, it wasn’t until Brendan felt a need to make contact with his Dad in 1991, that they developed a relationship unbeknown to us all.

We discovered after the event that Brendan had been at Dad’s funeral and some months later contacted an uncle to inform him that he was Dads son.

Since then he has been warmly embraced by our large family to the delight of all. My celebratory response was to make the wagga for Brendan from Dad’s old clothes”.

Come and see the quilter’s work, along with all our other art and craft at the Noosa Arts and Crafts Christmas Sale to be held from Saturday 26th November until the 3rd December from 9.30am until 3.30pm daily.

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