Simplifying Your Life

by KERRIE FRIEND

Sometimes life can seem very overwhelming and stressful, so this month I thought I’d share some ways to simplify your life and get you back to living a slower, more simple but fulfilling life. If you feel a desire deep in your heart to hit the restart button and start over these three simple tips will help you.

Step 1: Get rid of the clutter. Go through your house room by room and decide what needs to stay and what needs to go? If there are pots and pans in the kitchen you don’t use, give them away. Go through each room with decluttering in mind. In your wardrobe do the same. If they don’t spark joy, fit anymore, perhaps your style has changed, donate them and move on.

Step 2: Get enough rest and make time to exercise. Sleeping for at least eight hours a night has proven health and wellness benefits so be sure to make the necessary adjustments so you get enough rest. Go to bed earlier, turn off the TV, put down your phone, tablet, whatever you need to do, get your rest. Couple this with walking and you will reduce your stress and become more present, efficient, and productive. Walking is a peaceful activity that clears your mind and lets your soul breathe while feeling more connected.

Step 3: Do a brain dump every week. List anything and everything that’s on your mind and in your heart and by acknowledging them you let go of their hold on you. You will see them, identify them and can then begin taking action on them or simply let them go. This powerful action frees you.

Often it’s the little things that make life better and small adjustments can have big results.

Blessings

Kerrie

www.KerrieFriend.com

Astrology

FITNESS, PERSONAL TRAINER ,DANCE

Kinesiology

Heart Mind Astrology with Ruth Donnelly Explore your life with astrology, bringing you insight at times of turmoil, transition and transformation. Online consultations available. 0409 564 276 astrology@ruthdonnelly.com.au

Audiologist

Sunshine Coast Audiology

Emryn and Anita are experienced audiologists who have started a new independent audiology clinic to care for all your hearing needs. Conveniently located in Sippy Downs. Ph. 5378 2226. www.sunshinecoastaudiology.com.au

Ayurvedic Herbals

Eumundi Medicine Man

Knowledge is the greatest medicine. Potent Vedic remedies that give results when co-ordinated with diet and lifestyle wisdom. Order or email online at www.eumundimedicineman.com

Guaranteed Age Old Natural Remedies.

Chiropractors

Maple Chiropractic Maleny

Dr. Samuel Lowe, Dr. Catherine Metcalf, Dr. Rebel Hungerford & Nikki Duncan-Exercise Physiologist. Gentle, effective care for the whole family.

Concession, family rates & HICAPS available 45 Maple St, Maleny 5494 3322 maplechiropractic.com.au

Hinterland Chiropractic

Dr Josephine Sexton. Using gentle, safe and effective techniques to maintain spinal health and wellbeing. Concession rates, Family discounts and HICAPS available.

2/70 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph: 5435 2987

Sunrise Chiropractic

Dr Damian Treacey Chiropractor & Applied Kinesiologist Gentle hands on Chiropractic using Applied Kinesiology. Over 30 years in private practice. Mon and Wed 2-5pm, Fri 9am-12pm 19 Coral Street, Maleny. 0492 949 695

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING

Josie Coco: MGestTherapy - Gestalt

Psychotherapist

Together we’ll explore obstacles to achieving, thriving and living well. In person, online, and in groups. Counselling therapy and personal development. Ph: 0498 065 306 www.josiecoco.com

Heartspace Artspace & Counselling

Liz Antcliff B. Psych; MA Coun; AThr ANZACATA ; ACA Sensorimotor Creative Arts Therapy and Counselling for individuals and groups. Creative Expression for wellness and health. www.heartspaceartspace.com E: liz@heartspaceartspace.com P: 0438 163 255

Get Active!!!

Group Fitness & Personal Training

Join me for a fun affordable and social way to achieve a fit and healthy body. All fitness levels welcome, fully qualified trainer. ‘Your Goals Are My Goals’. Rachel Ph: 0423 618 945 Email: rachel.lockman@yahoo.com.au

Maleny Vibes Pilates & Spin

Boutique reformer pilates and spin cycle studio. Introductory offer 4 classes $50 to all new clients. Book online www.malenyvibespilates.com Studio 37 Coral St, Maleny. malenyvibespilates@gmail.com Insta @malenyvibespilates_and_spin

Maleny Rumble Room

Boutique Group Fitness Boxing & HIIT studio. Limited to 8 people per class. Introductory offer 4 classes for $50 to all new clients. Book online @ www.malenyrumbleroom.com.au 37 Coral Street, Maleny. Insta @maleny_rumbleroom

Hairdressers And Barbers

Nellies Creative Hair Design

Cut and Colour specialists. Nellie, Annette and Jenny offer you the opportunity to have exceptional hair using great product at fantastic prices.

21 Coral St Maleny – Ph: 0438 785 443

Home Care

RangeCare

Offering in-home and respite care services to support independent living. Our tailor-made services are available to everyone in the community. We can deliver your home care package. Ph: 5445 7044 Visit: www.rangecare.com.au

Homeopathy

Pauline Ashford - B.H.Sc, Complementary Med & Homeopathy Classical homeopathy; Lymphatic drainage; Dorn spinal, joint and headache therapy; EFT - Emotional Freedom Techniques; Reiki

130 Ansell Rd Witta – Ph: 5494 4101 E: malenyhomeopathy@gmail.com

Advertise your business here for just $49+gst monthly. Book direct from our website.

Hypnotherapy

Christian Dunham

Specialising in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, a combination of clinical hypnotherapy and psychotherapy used to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, phobias and other chronic conditions. Free initial consultation.

Ph: 0448 303 013 www.christiandunham.net

The New Leaf - Coaching and Kinesiology

Stop feeling stuck and confidently get back on track! The New Leaf, est in 1997 offers sessions/ programs & FREE downloads.

Contact Zoe in Maleny on 0401 318 593 www.thenewleaf.blog

Massage

Blue Zen Massage – Sensei Shayne Harris Dip.Remedial Massage & Dip.Reflexology

An integrated therapist shares deep-tissue holistic massages, MET, joint mobilisation, myotherapy. Unwind with Shiatsu, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, hot stones/cupping. Diamond Valley Treehouse www.bluezenmassage.com 0407 002 567 HF Rebates

Medical Centre

Ochre Health Medical Centre

Offering onsite Doctors, experienced nursing staff and Allied health services.

Ph Maleny: 5494 2388; Book online at www.ochrehealth.com.au

Mental Performance

Jamie Milne Training

Jamie Milne is SEQ’s leading Mental Performance Coach. Finding your Mental Edge is Jamie’s specialty. His approach is unique in delivery and the results speak for themselves.

Contact: jamiemilnetraining.com or call 0431 339 975.

Naturopath

Naturopath & Medical Herbalist

Advertise your business here for just $49+gst monthly. Book direct from our website.

Linda Parker ND has over 20 yrs experience in holistic treatments for the skin and other chronic disease in Melbourne/Sydney, now practising in Montville.

Bookings by appointment: 5478 5438

Visit: www.lindparkcreations.com

Optometrist

Hammond Optometry

Deborah & Stephen Hammond are proud to be local, independent eye healthcare providers servicing the Hinterland since 1999. Focused on quality eyecare/eyewear for all the family, giving your eye health and vision the best personalised attention it deserves.

44 Lowe St Nambour Ph: 5476 2333

Wilson Fitzpatrick Family Optometrists

Local, independent optometrist passionate about exceptional eye care, individualised customer service, and impeccable frame design proudly serving the Hinterland since 1984.

Come and see the difference!

40 Howard St, Nambour 5441 2277

Physiotherapy

Range of Motion Physiotherapy

Maleny, Mapleton and Imbil Russ, Karl, and Kathryn. Providing the highest quality care to restore & maintain optimal physical function & mobility.

Ph: 5478 6600 www.rangeofmotion.com.au

Trade And Services

CARPENTRY

Window Wizard - Timber Window Specialist Restoration, glazing, repairs, modifications, sash cords, spirals, Queenslander homes and more. Call Rommy 0404 757 552 www.window-wizard.com.au

CLOCK REPAIR

Montville Clockshop Repairs for Cuckoo, Grandfather, Mantle, Wall Clocks. Antique clock restoration. We can supply quartz movement and parts, and repair quartz clocks. P: 07 5442 9409. www.clockshop.com.au enquiries@clockshop.com.au

CONCRETE

Concrete Worx

We do it all! 35+yrs experience. Decorative stamp and stencil, coloured and exposed. Shed slabs and driveways, Bobcat and Tipper hire.

QBCC 66649 Call Mick 0417 745 770

ELECTRICIAN

RAINBOW VISION -RV Electrical Lic. 72787

Local Sparky on the Range, 25 years exp. Safety Switches, Power Points, LED Lights, Smoke Alarms, Fans, Switchboard Upgrade, Solar System Service, DATA Pts hardwired. Call Zak 0413 885 504

GUTTER CLEANING

Gutter Sucker Gutter Sucker specialises in cleaning your guttering. a unique portable vacuum system for the efficient and effective removal of leaves and rubbish from all types of gutters and roofs.

Ph: 1800 558 745 or 0402 456 391

Handyman And Home Maintenance

Montville Handyman

30 years building experience. Available now for carpentry, home maintenance and repairs, small concreting jobs. Prompt and reliable service. Call Wayne 0434 724 030.

Handyman throughout the Hinterland NEW Available for home repairs and small renovations throughout the Hinterland, with over 30 years’ experience in the building industry. Excellent reputation for a job well done. Call John.D. for a quote today! 0480 460 690

JEWELLERY - COMMISSIONS AND DESIGN

Wasshausen Gems + Jewels

Fine individually designed and traditional handmade jewellery in a contemporary style with natural Gemstones, Pearls & Opals. Commision & redesign, alteration & repairs. Call Birgit in her Maleny workshop 0490 146 982

KITCHEN SPECIALIST

ROMAN CARPENTRY NEW Kitchen, Bathroom and Renovations. From design to installation deal with one person. All local trades used are insured/certified in their fields. Call Roman 0412 150 076 info@romancarpentry.com.au QBCC: 65240

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

Amber Leaf Landscaping

Looking for a landscaper who can deliver?

Tohm Hajncl heads the team that offers you guaranteed quality. Choose from landscaping consultations, designs, construction and planting, pre-sale makeovers and specialised maintenance services. Ph: 5445 9801 www.amberleaf.com.au

Handbuilt Stone QBCC 1235589

Licensed, range-based professional. Traditional rock walls, pillars, steps, paving, entrance walls and all garden features. Visit our website to see previous work for inspiration. Phone Chris on 0438 811 975 – www.handbuiltstone.com

Stone on the Range Landscapes

Looking for creative ideas from a professional craftsman-then call Jim! Thirty years experience designing/building all aspects of gardens/stonework. Combining skills that utilize timber/stone and steel, as a designer, landscaper, stonemason. It is my passion to exceed your expectations. 0401 308 824 jimrstoneart@gmail.com

MOWING AND GARDENING

Blueys Garden Services

For all your gardening needs. Jobs include but not limited to: Mowing, Whipping snipping, Clear outs, Hedging, Tip runs, Minor landscaping and Weed management give us a call-0481 106 839

Swede with Speed Slashing

For slashing and mowing, acres or house blocks, hedge trims, whipper snipping, rubbish removal and house maintenance call Birger for a free quote 0411 591 738.

PLANT NURSERIES

Forest Heart

Your Local Native Plant Nursery. Specialising is the native plants of SE QLD for Revegetation, Gardens, Habitat. 20 Coral Street, Maleny Ph: 07 5435 2193 – www.forestheart.com.au

Barung Landcare Native Plant Nursery

Your local community nursery stocks an extensive range of species indigenous to the Blackall Range and surrounds. Open to the public WednesdaySaturday 9am–3pm, Ph: 0429 943 152 E: nursery@barunglandcare.org.au

Plasterer

Walls Hand Crafted NEW SPECIALTY FINISHES PLASTERER Cement rendering-traditional/clay/Moroccan and Mediterranean finishes. Polished plaster/feature walls. Seamless micro cement bathrooms (no more grout) Phone Michael 0434 357 123 michael@wallshandcrafted.com.au www.wallshandcrafted.com

PLUMBING & WASTEWATER

Anderson Plumbing & Roofing QBSA1066328 Plumbing, drainage & roofing. New work, renos, maintenance specialists. Septic systems, blocked drains, high pressure ‘sewer jett’ drain cleaner, drain camera, cable locations, tank installations, roof & guttering. Ph: 5494 3340 or 0409 541 475

PLUMBINK

Your local, fully licenced, Sunshine Coast & Hinterland Plumber, Drainer and gas fitter. Blocked drain specialist. 24/7 service available for emergencies. Phone Luke on 0410 314 192

PLUMBING & WASTEWATER continue

Suncoast Liquid Waste Removal

Local owner/operator specialising in commercial / domestic waste water pump outs- septics, treatment plants, grey water, holding tanks, pond/ pool sludge, drains etc. Avoid costly blockages & system failure with prompt, reliable & expert service. Tank assessments available. EPA licensed and fully insured. Call 0439 646 707

Advertise your business here for just $49+gst monthly. Book direct from our website.

Pool Maintenance

SwimSafe

Mobile pool maintenance & repairs. Swimming pool safety inspections. FREE QUOTES

Proudly servicing the Sunshine Coast

Ph: 0448 793 148 – www.swimsafeqld.com.au

QBCC #101629

Pressure Cleaning

Fresh Look Pressure Washing

Family business based in Maleny.

For all pressure washing needs, roofs, driveways, solar panel, external walls. For both domestic and commercial. Contact Jay 0477 780 577 or jay@freshlookpressurewashing.com.au

ROOFING

Roof & Gutter Maintenance

Clean gutters, Blocked downpipes, New & repair downpipes, Roof repairs & leaks, Fix leaking gutters, New gutters & fascias, Install & service whirly birds, Skylights & Water Tanks. Free quotes, local bloke, over 20 yrs experience Phone Brad 0419 712 081

SOLAR

Megawatts Solar – Consulting, Design & Service

We recommend only Quality Components & Installations. On-Grid, Off-Grid, and Battery Storage. Ph. Gary Phillips 0407 760 838 info@megawatts.com.au www.megawatts.com.au

Solar Laser Productions FREE DIY OFF-GRID SOLAR BOOKLET 15 years experience - 90 minutes read. See where to get the best Aussie products at discounts. Contact me for your copy. 07 5484 5963 serge@solarlaserproductions.com.au

Advertise your business here for just $49+gst monthly. Book direct from our website.

Tree Services

Tony Wootton Tree Surgeon. Dip Hort(Arb)

Operating locally since 1996. Tree assessments and advice. Trees and shrubs pruned and detailed. Hazardous trees removed. M: 0403 467 664 Ph: 54 944 917 www.twtreesurgeon.com

Skilled Tree Surgeon – Kevin Pampling

Born and raised in Maleny, offering reasonable rates for tree work. Insured,with years of wisdom and local knowledge. I climb, you clear = good value. Ph 0407 450 262

ADVERTISING

REAL ESTATE continue

REAL ESTATE continue

Karen Muir - Advertising Sales

To promote your business or event with an advertising campaign in the HT contact me at production@sunnycoastmedia.com.au or 0414 432 423. Print or digital opportunies available.

CHURCH NOTICES NEW

Church of Christ

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be added unto you. Look up, Let the Bible Speak on You Tube. Call Len 0432 617 107

LEGAL SERVICES

Baker Robinson Lawyers

Steve Robinson, 20 years experience.

Professional and friendly Legal Team. Suite 7, 43 Maple St Maleny. Ph: 5494 2665 E: maleny@brlawyers.com.au www.brlawyers.com.au

Easton Lawyers

Tove Easton Principal Lawyer

Your Local Lawyers in Maleny

62 Maple St, Maleny. Ph: 5494 3511 Email: tove@eastonlawyers.com.au

REAL ESTATE

Lember and Williams Solicitors (the LAW team) City Expertise, small town service. Contact Principal Penny McCreery Stirling on Bunya, 13 Bunya Street, Maleny. 5495 1499 penny@landw.com.au www.landw.com.au

ALORA REAL ESTATE & HOLIDAY HOMES (formerly Blackall Range Real Estate)

Looking to sell, rent or take the stress out of managing your holiday home? We can help you! Focused on integrity and delivering outstanding results. Call us for a free home appraisal. 5499 9966 1/5 Maple Street, Maleny

BOXSELLS REAL ESTATE - Est1947

Let our Real Estate family show your family the way home Kenilworth 5446 0222 Maleny 5494 2312 www.boxsells.com.au

Brant & Bernhardt Property

At Brant & Bernhardt Property we understand that it's all in the attention to detail, even the little things matter. Learn how ‘We Can Sell Yours Too!’ Dee 0423 259 931 Susan 0428 573 170

RE/MAX Hinterland

Your property is worth more with us! 07 5408 4220, 0447 737 737 sales@remaxhinterland.com.au remaxhinterland.com.au 32 Maple Street, Maleny

We dare to be different!

Our results speak for themselves, so if you are looking to sell your property DON’T SIGN ANYTHING .. .Call us.

Ph: 07 5478 5288 or check out www.rogerloughnanrealestate.com.au

SURVEYING & TOWN PLANNING

Hinterland Surveys

Consulting Surveyors & Town Planners servicing the Hinterland and beyond since 1993.

Anthony Gray – Survey Manager 5/17 Maple St, Maleny 07 5494 3800 manager@hinterlandsurveys.com hinterlandsurveys.com

VETERINARY CARE

District Vets Maleny

Veterinarian Susan Portas and her team provide professional, compassionate care for your pets. Hours Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 8:30am – 5:30pm Wed 8:30am – 4:30pm Sat by appointment

7 Myrtle St Maleny Ph: 5499 9077

by JAMIE WALKER

Iwas watching a cloud of Gannets fishing out to sea, their actions an example of evolution’s most immaculate achievements. As each bird spied its target below, it braked, stalled to control its aim and began a fast dive towards the water’s surface.

In the last two seconds of the dive, the bird pulled its wings in tight to its body and sliced into the sea like an arrow. The result looked like it produced a fish every time.

Gannets have an impressive two-metre wingspan; but these were dwarfed by a magnificent stranger in their midst – a snow-white bird with black wings. It shunned the diving melee: instead, it swung in wide, stiff-winged arcs before settling to eat something from the sea’s surface (probably jellyfish or squid). This was a Black-browed Albatross.

Albatrosses are the world’s largest flying birds. Some species have wingspans of up to 3.5 metres. They are also long-lived, surviving for up to 50 years and taking 10 years to reach sexual maturity.

Perhaps most significant, they are birds of the southern hemisphere. Most species rarely travel north of the Tropic of Capricorn. (Paul Fraser’s photograph was taken off southern Tasmania).

So, what made my sighting extraordinary was that it took place off the shores of the Cooley Peninsula on Ireland’s north-east coast.

Yet, during their long maturing period, Black-browed Albatrosses wander and, in most years, a handful have been discovered at sites scattered across the North Atlantic. When this happens, it seems that they prefer the society

Slow and steady

Fast-growing plants are top of the hit parade for many gardeners who visit the Barung Nursery, however, the flip side of this, the slow growers, don’t get quite as much attention.

depThrow in another challenge, trying to establish plants in deep shade, adds another component to really test your patience. But if you can just breathe slow and deep, both visual beauty and valuable habitat will reward the wildlife gardener.

Two examples of slow growing shade lovers growing in our Gardens for Wildlife are Wilkiea macrophylla, the Large Leafed Wilkiea and Cryptocarya of Gannets and spend much time lost in a crowd at some of that species’ breeding colonies, which can be huge. (Scotland’s Bass Rock supports 75,000 pairs). A few cling to their hosts’ companionship and remain in an area for up to 20 years. laevigata, the Glossy Laurel, both of these plants provide examples of the complex interactions between species in our ecosystems.

There is no reason to think this has not always happened. We tend to divide the world into sectors to suit our imaginations and the convenience of artificial political divisions, but long before humans began to explore the world, birds were finding their way around – as were fish, whales and insects.

Eventually, each of the Black-browed Albatrosses in the northern seas vanishes off naturalists’ radar. Many people think that the birds cannot return south and are then lost, in the way that natural lives can decline and perish through lack of purpose and motivation.

I prefer to believe that, when they disappear, they have merely breasted a development in their maturing, remembered and then found the way home.

Large-leaved Wilkiea, is a local rainforest shrub with large stiff green leaves that plays a crucial role in the life cycle of the Regent Skipper Butterfly, where the plant provides both food and a protected environment for the caterpillars to develop into adult butterflies.

The caterpillars gain the protection by using silk to fold leaves together to create a retreat from predators.

The Regent Skipper (pictured) is a captivating, colourful and ancient species of rainforest butterfly that is considered a link between butterflies and moths, due to the male skipper having a frenulum (a spine on the hindwing), which is an important feature separating butterflies and moths.

As the name suggests, the Glossy Laurel has ornamental glossy leaves that shine in deep shade. Red, cherry-size fruits and a flush of lime-green new growth in spring and autumn are colourful additions to the shade garden. The Glossy Laurel is also a favoured host food plant for the Blue Triangle, which is another striking local butterfly with vibrant turquoise-blue markings.

These shady slow growers and many other rainforest understory shrubs, palms and ferns take time to establish, but why the rush? Breathe in, breathe out and take the time to enjoy watching the slow and steady pulse of nature.

Barung native Plant nursery Phone 5494 3151

Porters Lane Nursery opening times: Wednesday to Saturday 9am - 3pm