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WHAT’S UP DOC? Tales of the unexpected from a Blues legend and his wife

NICE ONE NAMBOUR! A recording studio and more mural art on the way

CANNABIS CONUNDRUM?

Lucy Haslam discusses results and red tape

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FROM THE EDITOR Published first Wednesday of the month

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FEATURES

Inspiring stories from the hinterland

4 - 11 FOOD DRINK DINE

Top spots to savour the flavour and atmosphere of our region

hen I first joined the Hinterland Times, I was writing feature stories and I couldn’t believe my luck. Here I was being paid to write about people I found endlessly fascinating!

13 - 17 BIZ QUIZ

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Everyone has a story. Even those who say they don’t.

All it takes is a cup of tea or coffee, some uninterrupted time and the ability to listen, and a story will always unfold – although not always in the way you expect.

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Letters, poetry, crosswords, Sudoku and cartoons over a cuppa

One of my all-time favourite features was writing about the artist Peter Hudson. The moment I came home and put pen to paper, the words flowed out until I was finished. It was a joy to write his story.

26 - 27 CREATIVE CUTS

Artist profiles and entertainment options from across the Range

This last month I had a similar experience after meeting with renowned international harmonicist, Doc Span, and his wonderful wife, Noni. Their adventures over the years had me enthralled and entertained, and I probably spent far too long in their kitchen laughing and listening to snippets of their amazing life together.

28 - 29 HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLNESS

Everything from mindfulness to massage to manicures!

30 - 33 BACK TO NATURE

Sure enough, as soon as I arrived home I was compelled to write and didn’t stop until it was finished. The end result is in this issue and it’s also the first double feature in one edition in the HT. It came from my heart and, like the Peter Hudson story, it is special to me. I hope you read it and understand why.

Useful insights, initiatives and ideas for our environment and wildlife

36 - 37 TRAVELS WITH…

Tales from around the world

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My indulgence aside, I feel the paper had plenty for everyone this month. The story of a wild child/woman in Reesville; inspiring young leaders at the Nambour Scouts; Maleny Jewellers celebrating 20 years despite their terrible ‘smash and grab’ experience earlier this year; plenty of music, art and drama in Creative Cuts, and a personal piece from Lucy Haslam on advocating for medicinal cannabis.

To top it all, we have printed the winning story of the Hinterland Times Young Writer of the Year Award. So, sit back and take some time to read and relax in the midst of will be using the existing image... theSal, madness that is 2020.

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INSIDE THIS MONTH

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Oh, andchange HAPPY FATHER’S DAY to all those dads, step-of the please the back ground GREY colour dads, foster dads, and men who have stepped up to care for a child. (And those single mums who are doing both roles.) Thank you for being there, for being a positive, supportive role model. You’re doing an incredible job!

COVER STORY Angelique McClymont, winner of the graphics states 2020 HTwhich Young Writer of thethe Year,list of with the two runners up, Latisha Brooker and Gudrun Harris-Rosenfeldt in Russell Family Park, Montville

See you in October and as always, stay well, shop local and keep smiling.

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WINNER Candlelight by Angelique McClymont – St John’s College, Nambour RUNNERS UP Shock Waves by Latisha Brooker – Nambour State College The Tragic Tale of Tommy and his Love Life

by Gudrun Harris Rosenfeldt – Maleny State High School HIGHLY COMMENDED 23/7/20 by Willow Antonacci The Dream Land by Lilsa Morris – Maleny State High School Hindsight by Kiala Hoiland – Burnside State High School Grandpa Eddie by Sky River Beaches by Obelia Lee – Montville State School Covid spacing on a windy day in Russell Family Park, Montville, with the HT Young Writer winners, HT owner, Neil Coningham and HT Editor, Victoria McGuin

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t took a long time with six judges, and 75 entries, but we finally made it – the results are in! I love that we had almost double the entries of last year, and that once again writers came from across, and down, the Range. Let’s hope it grows each year and that we have even more sponsors to encourage and support our young writers as we continue.

Our winner hails from Mapleton; the two runners up come from Maleny and Yandina. We also had entries from writers who attend Burnside High School, Nambour State College, St Johns Nambour and Maleny State School.

However, a special mention goes to Montville and Mapleton State Schools, whose students submitted over 25 entries between them! Thank you for encouraging your students to fire up their imaginations and take part – our mission is to encourage creative, expressive writing, and it’s heartwarming to have your schools support us in this.

Thanks also to all those homeschoolers who entered, and those who decided to write from home, independently of their schools.

I’m also happy that within the Highly Commended and Special Mentions there are such a variety of ages – originality and talent comes in all ages.

As I said last year, this competition is an opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and put your work ‘out there’ - but remember awards don’t label your worth as a writer if you don’t ‘win’. Creativity is personal and subjective and another set of judges may have chosen completely different stories.

Congratulations again to our very worthy winner, whose exceptional story Candlelight is on page 23 of this issue. We will be printing the Runners Up stories and Highly Commended over the coming months.

Thanks also to Western Avenue Floral Design for their generous donation to the prize money and the beautiful flowers for our winner; to The Little Book Nook in Palmwoods for the three book vouchers, and to Montville Coffee for the barista experience our winner and runners up will receive.

Roll on the next one - and keep writing!

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“They’re one of the most interesting couples I’ve ever met,” my husband shared with me a few months ago.

This is quite a statement from him, and he was talking about the worldrenowned Blues harmonica player Doc Span, and his wife Noni, who happen to live in Nambour, along with their blind dog, Jessie.

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rmed with my trusty notepad, I found myself welcomed into a house which certainly gave an indication of why my husband would make that statement.

Framed posters of Blues Festivals where Doc has performed, original artworks, unusual lamps and eclectic, stylish furniture in every room. My eye was drawn, in particular, to a lamp Noni has made out of old photo slides, which illuminates tiny frames of captured memories when switched on.

Noni grew up in Wollongong, the daughter of a teacher and miner, although when she was three, her parents split up and her Noni’s early skiing days mother took up with a Chinese bus driver.

“When I was young I learnt to ski, water and snow, and I loved it,” Noni said. “When we went to America, people used to find it very surprising that someone from Australia could ski, as they presumed it’s all desert. I had to explain that there is snow too!”

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Skiing aside, school in Canberra beckoned, studying Photo Media and Art History, and once this was complete Noni headed home to Sydney.

Meanwhile Doc had recently arrived in Australia from the USA and was playing at the Blue Moon Club. “It was 1987. I’d been in Sydney less than a week. A fellow on the immigration team had seen me play and stamped my passport.

“Noni walks in and sits down with four or five blonde Swedish women…”

Noni smiled, “I was a party girl back then with my friends. I met a guy from ESPN (a TV channel) and he recommended going to the gig.”

“Anyway,” continued Doc, “she’s there and she dances with a guy with a beret on, then one of my best friends, Watson, dances with her and asks her to lunch the next day. So, I then dance with her and ask her to breakfast!”

They both laughed. “We had prawns for breakfast in Manly, went swimming, I took her for fish and chips - I made sure we were out until past lunch time!”

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It’s a pleasure for me to sit and listen to them reminisce, as they interrupt each other with amendments to stories from the past, all in good humour and with great affection. This is how love looks after 33 years together, and it’s a beautiful sight.

The couple headed to America and travelled all over the west, and the Rocky Mountains. “We stayed in San Francisco at my brother Ronnie’s place, and looked after my other brother Richie, who had brain cancer,” explained Doc. “Richie was Best Man at our wedding,” Noni said.

“We were married at Glacier Park, close to the Canadian border, in a saloon. There were about 200 people there, some were musician friends who came and played, but most were locals we didn’t know really – it was great fun!”

Doc worked for the US National Park Service as part of the trail crew, a physical job he enjoyed, caring for State Parks,keeping the trails open and safe, shifting fallen trees, and expanding trails.

“We were at North Fork Flathead River, and the bridge across the river had burned to the ground. All the people in the town couldn’t get out easily except by a really long drive. So Noni, on the other side, decides to help her friends in the town and loads up a kayak with ice-cream and bourbon!

“There is white water happening because of the spring run-off, it’s really dangerous, and I’m telling her not to go, grabbing her arm.”

Noni took up the tale, “I told Doc, ‘I’m going. My friends are depending on me’ and set off. I made it across and went to the Northern Lights Saloon at Polebridge. My friend behind the bar said, ‘you like Vodka don’t you?’ and plonked a half bottle on the side for me with a glass.”

“I was so worried about her, but she finally made it back,” said Doc. “Mind you, this is the woman who cycled four kilometres through grizzly bear country on her own to bring me spring rolls and whisky.”

“Well you’ve also turned up with frozen carrot cake and a can of flowers on my birthday under similar circumstances,” smiled Noni.

In 1988 Sydney beckoned and Doc was busy with roughly 200 gigs a year, whilst Noni worked in the photography department and PR department at the Powerhouse Museum in its inaugural year, 1998.

“I was working with great bands,” said Doc. “Mark Kennedy, Denis Wilson, Jimmy Doyle, James Rattray…

We had two weeks up in Darwin doing harbour cruises. It rained every day for two weeks. We played at night, and the Aboriginal Bagot Community really welcomed me at the Woodcliff Hotel.

“They had a separate bar at the hotel, although they were able to use both, and their bar was clean and had beautiful paintings, the other bar was messy with a sticky floor, so I stayed in their bar! They jammed with us and one guy showed me how to make a didgeridoo.”

In December 1989 the couple were making the move to Brisbane and were on board a Denning Landseer tourist coach. The driver announced the coach was too full and would anyone like to get off and take the later coach. Doc and Noni chose to disembark.

Noni and Doc’s wedding on the verandah of the Northern Lights Saloon 22nd August 1987 - Doc’s 39th birthday

Shortly afterwards, that tourist coach was in what is considered the worst road accident in Australian history, when it collided with a Sydney-bound tourist coach, whose driver had fallen asleep at the wheel and veered across the highway.

“We drove past it and it was an awful scene, horrific.

When we got to Brisbane our friends were so relieved as they thought we were on that other bus,” said Noni.

Having moved to Brisbane, and then the Sunshine Coast, the couple tried Noosa and Sunshine Beach, before buying a dilapidated house for a dollar and moving it on to three acres in Mooloolah.

“Fixing it up was being paid for by my work playing with Ross Williams,” said Doc. “In fact, we’ve just celebrated our 30-year anniversary working together.”

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Born Robert Spinhoven, I wondered how the name ‘Doc Span’ came about.

“It was partly from being a paramedic (‘Doc’), and I was invited on stage by an ex-remand prisoner who I met at Cook County jail. He only heard the first part of my name and introduced me as Doc Span instead of Spinhoven. The band was playing and hard to hear.”

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Meanwhile Noni headed back to university to complete a bachelor’s degree in Built Environment - Interior Design.

She was also Doc’s band manager, receiving 11% of their earnings. “Noni is the organiser, she’s much better than me,” admitted Doc. Noni’s later career for 25 years is testament to this. “I was in the third year at QUT and Warwick Robertson was looking for a tenancy, fit-out coordinator. I said ‘I’m no spring chicken’, I was 33, ‘but I can do it’. That made him laugh. I went into construction, sprinkler systems, building design.

He and I are still friends today.

“When I started I was the only woman on site. I worked on projects from Airlie Beach to Bondi Junction. When I worked on the Morayfield Shopping Centre, we opened 117 shops on one day. After that I never needed to apply for a job again, as people would keep ringing me.”

Doc himself never veered far from his musical path once he hit 18. “When I was 10 I had accordion lessons. My grandma had a saloon in New Jersey for Dutch sailors at the waterfront. I’d play and they would give me money.

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“Then I went into sports for a while and gave up on music briefly, earning a football scholarship to uni.”

Doc spent some time in the Navy before being discharged in 1972, then in 1975 he was employed by an ambulance company in New Mexico. “I was on call 24/7, but one day after a shift, me and two colleagues decided to drive over the border to Mexico to have a few tequilas and buy sombreros.

“We needed to decompress,” he said. “Then we noticed helicopters circling and following our ambulance. When we got back, the police and our boss were standing there and said, ‘you’re fired, you’re fired and you’re fired’.

“I picked up the harmonica then and I’ve been playing it and making a living from it ever since.”

I asked why he chose the Blues. “I got into black music, as many of the football players I’d been hanging out with introduced me to Motown and Blues, artists like John Lee Hooker.”

In 1973, Doc decided to hitchhike from Chicago to Southern Peru. “I was playing with Latin American musicians, and a couple of English guitarists who I kept bumping into on the trail. I caught the bus from Peru to Colombia, ran into a few banditos doing drug running.”

Photo taken by Doc of Hugh and Clive with Pervian Girl waiting for a ride

“He was a jock,” laughed Noni.

“I broke my neck, although it wasn’t picked up until an MRI years later. They just thought I’d injured it and gave me a neck brace at the time. So I quit the team.”

In the ‘60s, Chicago became home, and Doc learned harmonica at Blues clubs like Ma Beas and the Checkerboard Lounge, whilst also working as a paramedic at the notorious Cook County Jail.

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Noni interjected with a laugh, “He travelled as a ‘padre’.”

“It was easier to get across the borders with a collar on,” grinned Doc. “At the same time, I was just a 12-year-old, sub-junior water ski champion, while he was doing all this!”

Noni added.

“He used musicians who have worked with David Bowie and Ian Dury and the Blockheads, and there was even an orchestra on some of it. I went over as well for the second album. They are two of my favourite things I’ve done.”

Noni has been busy as a creator herself. “I’m a maker.

I make my own clothes, jewellery, chandeliers, artwork.” In fact, three years ago, Noni decided to try painting Doc, as he needed a new album cover. The results, which apparently took a few weeks, are incredibly impressive for some who doesn’t call herself an artist.

Over the years, this fascinating couple have travelled the world, from China and Thailand to Europe and Cambodia. “But always, he’d get a gig,” said Noni.

“Naples in Italy was good too. We were staying in a pensione, and Doc had on a Robert Johnson T-shirt. Next thing we know he’s playing in a Blues club and opening a block of flats!”

“Doc also bought me an $80 Hammond organ, which I play badly,” Noni shared. Doc immediately responded, “She reads music and she’s really good at Mozart and Beethoven.”

“Music and Blues has got us into all these funny places,” Doc admitted.

“So many of my teenage rock idols are friends now through Doc and the music,” said Noni. “Kevin Borich, Andy Cowan…it’s been really fun for me.”

There are times when Noni strikes out on her own though, such as when Doc didn’t want to travel to Vietnam.

“I needed a holiday and he didn’t want to go, so I said ‘bugger you’ and I went by myself. Three weeks on a tour at 48. All these young people and me in a mud bath,” Noni laughed.

“Well, I play Bach’s Toccata in D Minor slowly; it’s meant to take nine minutes and it takes me about 30!”

A few years ago, the couple decided to sell their muchloved home in Mooloolah with the sub-tropical garden Doc had created, as the land was becoming too much hard work. “I didn’t want to spend four hours a day, every day of the week for the rest of my life on the land, and neither did Noni,” said Doc. The move to Nambour was time for them to enjoy their retirement without the hard work. “We both really like it here, we’re close to everything, we can walk around, it’s a friendly town, we can strike up conversations, there’s a theatre, cinema, live music.”

On Noni’s 50th, they went to Cambodia.

“We got a boat tour for $30; the boat was about twice the size of our kitchen table. It took us up the border to stay in a floating hotel and when we arrived there was a 60th birthday party for South Vietnam veterans.

They were so welcoming and made us drink beer with them, although it had ice in it, which we were not so keen on drinking!

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However, Doc was then diagnosed with a benign brain tumor, and Noni suffered a serious bout of depression where she spent many hours sitting under the trees with no energy to do much else.

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More recently, Doc has been collaborating with English producer and guitarist, Matthew Cang on two albums.

“He saw me play at the Woodford Folk Festival and said we should do something. We passed ideas over the internet and he came to visit me.

Noni is on immunotherapy now, and they have received news that Doc’s tumor is operable, but he has chosen to wait for a while before undergoing the procedure so he can look after Noni.

“It’s strange arranging my own funeral,” Noni said. “All the paperwork involved… Doc wouldn’t be able to do it.

But I am choosing my music, and I have a poem for a friend to read.”

“He took my rough lyrics back to the UK and produced I felt like a stone had dropped inside me – I don’t want two magnificent albums of Electronica and Blues, combined vibrant, intelligent Noni with her wonderful dry sense of with other influences like Latin and Rock, called Spantronics kind heart to be going through this.

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“You can write about it if you like,” she said. “Just don’t use words like ‘fighting’ or ‘on a journey’,” she gave a wry smile. “I am meandering and managing.”

It was a bittersweet meeting and I am hoping the immunotherapy drugs work for as long as possible.

As we chatted on the doorstep Noni said, “I do like reading the Hinterland Times, and it reminds me that when I was young, I wrote my own newspaper. In fact, over the years I have written for quite a few publications. It’s been a common thread throughout my life.”

Noni likes to celebrate the wonderful achievements of her talented husband, and rightly so, but it was clear today that Doc wanted to celebrate Noni too. And I, for one, am right there with him.

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In fact, BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS are the biggest killer of pets under 4 years old. ANXIETY, PHOBIAS, FEARS and other conditions such as OCD can all occur in our pets. The signs that your pet may have such a condition will be evident in behaviours such as excessive barking, aggression towards family members, other pets or unfamiliar people, unable to settle, changes in appetite, ‘Velcro’ pet, excessive drooling, hiding, shaking and behaviours such as tail or shadow chasing.

Pets with BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS can be difficult to live with with, but the good news is there is help available. Your local Vet are the first port to call on. They may refer you to a Behaviour Vet or Behaviour Specialist for more detailed treatment depending on the problem.

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“I’ve been helping with the Joeys for two years and I’ve been in Scouts for eight. It has helped me a lot with my leadership, like becoming School Captain this year, but it also really develops you as a person,” she said.

The Joey Scout Mob: Back: Debra Harvey, Catherine Dibbs Sarah King, Georgia Frost, Fionnbharr Jones Middle: Dominic Thompson, Chayce Higgin, Jake Foster Front: Lisa Harvey, Neo Erbacher, Ruby Taylor, Penny Taylor, Ella Fischer

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his year Scouts Australia celebrates the 30th anniversary of adding their youngest members to the fray, their Joey Scouts. While Scouts does have Cubs, where kids start from around eight, adding the little Joeys section means kids as young as five can be a part of one of the world’s oldest and most respected organisations.

Scouts has a long, established history with many prominent members. From Edward “Bear” Grylls to Sir David Attenborough, David Beckham to Sir Richard Branson,and Steven Spielberg to Barack Obama.

Founded by Lord Robert Baden-Powell in England, Scouts has seen two World Wars, been through many changes in society and currently has 25-million Scouts world-wide. The Australian Scouting Association made the move to allow girls to join in their Venturer and Rover Sections back in 1973, going on to include them in Cubs and Scouts in 1988.

In 1990 Joey Scouts was launched with both girls and boys able to join. Joey Scouts are named after the baby kangaroo and are part of a ‘Mob’ led by Joey Scout Leaders; the tradition of young people learning to be leaders. The 2nd Nambour boasts two amazing Joey Scout Leaders in Fionnbharr Jones and Georgia Frost.

Georgia believes girls have the ability to inspire other girls in the most incredible ways, and that is a strong element she finds within Scouts.

“I know, especially with myself, my sister and other girls, that when you first come into it [Scouts]…you see these girls that are really good at it and you think, that’s what I want to do.”

Georgia feels young people in Scouts are learning to believe in themselves and the many paths they could take.

“I really like the idea of teaching, but outside of that I’d like to go into the Defence Force and be an environmental operations manager or something like that.”

According to Scouts Australia, Joeys is where kids can ‘learn a sense of belonging, confidence, and fun, how to share and express themselves creatively’. They have activities such as cooking, building from recycled materials, singing, learning to recognise our native birds and animals, safe risk-taking, and growing plants.

And all with the caring support of young leaders like Georgia and Fionnbharr on hand. Fionbharr moved here from Scotland around nine years ago, and says he couldn’t imagine his life without Scouts.

“I’ve always done Scouts, my whole life. They all [Scouts around the world] feel really linked; it is a worldwide organisation. No matter who you are or where you are from you can be a part of a local Scouts. You make lifelong friends.”

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Impressive leader Georgia Frost is an inspiration to girls everywhere

Joey Scout Leader, Sarah King, says Joeys is not just fun and games, it opens a whole world of experiences, teaches kids how to become resilient adults and is even fun for the parents.

The Joey Scouts are bursting with laughter and positivity as they go about their activities and Sarah says the program is also designed to encourage children to interact and have a voice.

“We are celebrating our 30th birthday with a ropes course that the kids love, games and some cooking. We did a MasterChef [at home] challenge which was so much fun and Scouts didn’t even stop through Covid-19. It just changed.

“We made up little care packages that were delivered to their houses with activities that families could do in their own time, we held a [social-distancing safe] Easter Egg Hunt that families could do when there was no one else here. Then we went to Zoom; it was hard work but lots and lots of fun!” laughs Sarah.

Sarah is a proud leader of the Joey’s; her own children are part of the Scouts and that was how she became involved. “I only became a leader a couple of years ago and I love it. My kids have been involved, with Ollie starting as a Joey and he is now in Scouts and Nathan started in Cubs,” she smiles proudly.

“We ended last year with a campfire and there they tell us what they want in their program [next year], it is very inclusive.

“We encourage challenges. It is building resilience. It is a balance, a challenge can be a little bit scary, but it is a safe scary. We go camping, have sleepovers, we’ve done canoeing, indoor rock climbing, archery, it is getting them out there trying new things.

“At each level and each stage, the challenge increases. The independence, the fun and all the opportunities are there and grow with each stage.”

For more information about Scouts visit: scoutsqld.com.au The 2nd Nambour Scouts is located at 19 Brookes Street in Nambour and you can also find them on Facebook under 2nd Nambour Scout Group.

The smiles are big with Joey Scout Leader Sarah King

THANK OUR LUCKY STARS Those of us that are fortunate enough to call the Sunshine Coast or more importantly “The Range” home have to be extremely thankful at present.

The pandemic which has claimed at least 700,000 lives around the globe and over 400 in Australia (source: ourworldindata.org) has caused the biggest threat to the world economy since WW2. Not only has world trade and travel been drastically curtailed, millions of people are living in fear of an invisible killer that is incredibly contagious.

Our hearts go out to those in strict lockdown especially in our beautiful state of Victoria. The elderly, some of the most vulnerable in our society in normal times, are especially worried as corona virus creates a bigger death rate in their bracket than any other. Queensland has benefited from strict border controls despite massive political and economic pressure to ease them.

Despite the economic fragility at present with huge job losses and massive government support, real estate on the Range is having a purple patch.

For years, we who live here have boasted to our friends of the benefits of living in this beautiful hinterland. Rich soil for gardens and vegetables, a subtropical climate with a high rainfall, lovely friendly communities and spectacular parks and scenery make this one of the best places to live in Australia.

It seems now that what we locals have known all along, is becoming more widespread and desirable. Suddenly, restricted city living is not quite as attractive as it was. The advent of highspeed internet and communications have made hinterland living extremely attractive. The work from home possibilities now brought on rapidly by the pandemic, have turned the daily travel to work ritual on its ear for millions of workers.

The demand now for Hinterland properties is very strong despite tightening banking requirements and slow-downs in southern markets. The Range is finally being really appreciated for all the benefits we enjoy. Many properties are now attracting multiple buyers and offers. We recommend using an agent who is familiar with the “Buyers’ Highest Price Declaration” so that all buyers have the opportunity to state their “walkaway” price independently of each other. Our agency has sold several properties well in excess of the asking prices by using this system recently.

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Ready for the Variety Bash – 2007. Annie Howard with sons Luke and Nick and Rhonda Eastmure and daughter Claudia

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Fun and adventure are the trademark of Reesville woman Anne Maree (Annie) Howard who, in 2007 went on her first Variety Bash with friend Rhonda Eastmure - the Maleny Cowgirls.

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ild child, wild woman. The third of six children, born in 1966, Anne Maree (Annie) Howard delighted in a carefree childhood, the family firmly planted in the stone orchards of rural Arcadia in Sydney’s Hills District.

“Dad was a bit of a larrikin – Irish through and through.

He was a ceiling fitter, later a delivery driver, and Mum a homemaker. My parents were very Catholic orientated and most of Dad’s wages went to the church. He had been a strapper too, so we were brought up with horses and bareback riding. We ran amok, grew up wild children.

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As was common back then, most children left school at Year 10, but Annie exited the following year citing lack of home support: no money for books and unable to travel to libraries. Her first position was in a Pennant Hills pharmacy. The teenager enjoyed her work for the next couple of years, but love and adventure lingered just around the corner.

“Steve was a carpenter and used a Kombi for a work car. We fitted it out with a bed and a bit of a kitchen and in 1985, took off around Australia. We only went as far as Cairns as Steve got talking to a fellow who ran Cape York camping safaris. He did one trip with the guy and we began doing safaris ourselves.

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“We walked to school every day all straggling up the hill, but a few neighbours felt sorry for the Lynch kids and picked us up if it was raining. Mum never drove. If Dad wasn’t there to take us somewhere, we didn’t go. Once a fortnight Mum would herd us on the bus and we’d go to Hornsby. That was our big treat.”

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camp, light the fire, boil the billy, make lunch, and leave the others to their sightseeing.

“May to early November was our tourist season, then we’d go back to Sydney for Christmas. One year we decided we’d better get married and fit in a wedding!” reminisced Annie laughing at the memory of lamb on the spit in Steve’s parent’s backyard and them, dressed in hired wedding attire.

“The tours ended when our first son was born in ’89.

We bought four acres in Speewah near Kuranda, built a big shed, moved in and cooked on a fire out back. Steve returned to carpentry and our second baby came along.”

The young family, complete with babies and dogs, travelled the marathon journey to Sydney each year to visit family and so decided to move closer. Twenty-five years ago, they found their way to Peachester via a property magazine, then, as Annie put it, ‘stumbled’ across Maleny, eventually settling in Reesville.

“Steve joined Apex and that’s what got us into the community. He did a lot of community service including coordinating the building of the Cattleman’s Bar at the showgrounds.

“We also joined the Lake Baroon sailing club. Burgers and boat hire enjoyed by all! The club was big in our lives for many years. Sadly, it no longer exists.”

After sailing, the family, now with three boys, joined with other local families for dirt bike meets.

“Some weekends there’d be 30 - 40 kids riding including my boys. And, I’m not one to sit back and watch so I bought my own bike. This led to becoming involved with the Variety Bash.

“A couple of local women said they were going to participate so I Googled it and saw that funds raised were for a children’s charity.”

The Variety Bash described as, …not a race or a rally.

It’s an adventure with mates driving 30-year-old plus cars through regional parts of Australia appealed to Annie’s own spirit of adventure and her desire to raise funds to better the lives of children.

“Our first year was 2007. To enter you had to find an old car and raise seven-and-a-half-thousand dollars. The car had to be customised: bash plates, flashing lights, dust lights and all the gear had to be lifted. Steve took it on and found a one-owner, ’78 Ford Fairlane ZH for sale.

A beautiful old thing which we still have.”

Steve and Annie Howard at their Reesville home

Annie and friend, Rhonda Eastmure, began fundraising to enter the event. Sausage sizzles and raffles were a beginning. Sponsorship played its part.

“We sent so many letters out but didn’t have any luck with the big companies. It was local businesses that supported us with a couple of hundred here and there.

“The destination changes every year but that one started on the Sunshine Coast and went to Airlie Beach, via side routes - 4/5000 kilometres in 10 days. I did two years with Rhonda in the old Fairlane.

“Our theme was ‘Maleny Cowgirls’. Rhonda’s motherin-law made cow print things and all our gear, so we looked the part. The invited celebrity that year was Leo Sayer who sang all the way.

“Apart from the entry fee, you pay a provisions levy of about $1500, out of your own pocket. That covers a catered breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. Bashers can stay in accommodation like motels, but we did half and half. Took a tent and blowup mattresses and set up camp, sometimes in school grounds but mainly local showgrounds.”

In 2009, Annie Howard enticed two of her sisters, Maureen and Paula, and niece Dani into the bash culture and, mimicking Kath and Kim became the ‘Hornbag Sisters’.

October edition of HT: Follow the girls on their Variety Bash escapades in a pink ’78 XC Falcon wagon named Shazza. Four became five when another sister joins the bunch and the group morphs. A psychedelic Kombi named Rosie and the ‘Hippie Hornbags’ continue the wild woman tradition. Annie joins a motorcycle club ‘Girl Torque’ and carries on fundraising for charities such as Bloomhill Cancer Care, spina bifida and prostate cancer.

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At this time of year Sandra is usually in Sydney, prepping for Christmas, but Covid has put a stop to that. “We are adjusting,” said Sandra. “We use a lot of Australian companies, but it takes longer to receive the products and jewellery as many factories are only allowed a smaller number of workers, so things take time to be sourced, ordered and sent.

“Luckily our customers are understanding of the situation. They know, like us, that we are all taking this one day at a time.”

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Another sadness for Sandra and Jim is their usual November VIP event has to be put on hold in these uncertain times. “We love our annual event,” shared Sandra.

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“Every year it’s themed, like ‘Glitz and Glamour’ or ‘Casino’. We usually have 60-100 people and it gives them a chance to dress up, come and have some bubbles and cheese platters, and we have giveaways. It’s great fun!”

im and Sandra Goulton are celebrating 20 years since they opened the doors of Maleny Jewellers.

In that time, they have had many highs and a few lows: three beautiful children, wonderful, loyal staff, trade fairs, an annual shop party, but also a recent ‘smash and grab’ and the difficulties of Covid.

Sandra is clearly the main face of the shop, with Jim busy on designs and creating pieces at his workbench on site. “Jim has lots of consults,” explained Sandra.

“Redesigning old jewellery, creating bespoke pieces.

However, they have stayed firm, and their customers have stayed with them – worthy of a proper celebration, once Covid allows!

“It normally takes him about two weeks from design to finish, but he’s been known to work quicker if it’s needed!”

Popping in to see them last week, I was welcomed by the beautifully dressed Sandra with her lovely big smile, and brief glimpses of a very busy Jim, as a steady flow of customers came through the door.

“I can’t believe it’s been 20 years, and it all began with Maleny High School,” smiled Sandra.

Jim and Sandra met in grade 11 when they were 16.

“We really were high school sweethearts. We married in 1997 and had three children, the eldest has already left school!”

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Jim completed his jewellery apprenticeship in Caloundra and Sandra worked at Maleny Drapery, “then we bought the business from Barry, who was a clock and watchmaker.”

Maleny Jewellers is known for its relaxed personal service and variety of brands and styles. “We try to cater for everyone,” said Sandra, “and if we don’t have what someone is looking for, we can usually find it, as we are part of Showcase Jewellers.

“The Showcase Jewellers group was established in Australia in 1981, by a group of independent jewellers who banded together to improve their buying power in the industry. It’s wonderful to be a part of it and it’s such a benefit to our customers.”

Jim is glad to have someone else join him at the bench and take up the helm occasionally. “We were the victims of a smash and grab in April, and it did affect us in more ways than one. We realised we need some time together away from work, a little more work-life balance really.”

Sandra admitted how lucky they were to have a great team, “Our staff are so good,” she smiled. “The community is also incredible, our customers, they have been so supportive. We feel very blessed.

“We so enjoy meeting different people through the shop. Everyone has a story, and we get to help create something amazing for their story – it’s an honour.”

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The couple like to support the school which started their life together, “We offer retail traineeships to the school. In fact, Janice Martin started off doing work experience with us, then the retail traineeship through Maleny High, then management and now she’s an apprentice jeweller. She’s been with us coming up for 11 years.”

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Alan and Mariana Thompson continue to take this special venue from strength to strength, so the HT decided it was time to catch up with Mariana during a brief quiet moment and find out how things are, especially with the fluctuating Covid situation.

“We’ve been supporting the locals, and they have been supporting us through this tricky time,” said Mariana.

“Our Flaxton@Home meals have been very popular, from small orders to large.

“We delivered 250 meals one day as part of a Chaplaincy Fundraiser and on another we

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producers to support the local economy and some produce might not be available in certain seasons.”

“As for the main focus of Flaxton Gardens, that has become our High Tea experience. In addition to the Famous Flaxton High Tea, we have added a modern twist or three!” laughed Mariana.

To take things up a notch, there is now the option for tea under a Glamacamp Pavilion - possibly for a special Hens’ High Tea, or adding the pinks and blues for your baby shower!

“We have the Flaxton High Cheese, with local cheese delights of the region; the Smokey High Tea with three meats with accompaniments; the Flaxton High Seas, with seafood components, and a special Vegan High Tea.” All High Teas includes three decadent sweets and three savouries.

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“Our aim is to help people all stay connected and keep on celebrating life together.”

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Address 344 Flaxton Drive FLAXTON Phone 07 5445 7157 OPEN Restaurant: Wed to Sun for Lunch & Dinner Café: Thu to Sun from 8am

Address 1/174 Main St. MONTVILLE Phone 07 5478 5015 Web littlemayespresso.com.au OPEN Daily: 7.00am – 2.00pm CLOSED Wednesday & Thursday

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Celebrate your special occasion with a Flaxton Famous High Tea. Flaxton Gardens brings you a traditionally luxurious High Tea experience with a difference, and an exciting range of themes to suit everyone.

French Dinning at its best. A la carte lunch and dinner. House Special 3 course set menu for $35. NEW express lunch menu (dine in) available.

Situated on Montville’s Main St, Little May sources local and organic produce to give you flavourful food at its best. Enjoy tasty food and specialty coffee while soaking up the village atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake, and Takeaway.

home meals. Wed to Sat: 10:30am 1:30pm for High Tea (Bookings Only)

202 Main St. MONTVILLE 07 5442 9505 montvillegourmetpizzeria.com Sun - Thurs: 10.00am – 8.00pm Fri & Sat: 10.00am – 10.00pm

Gourmet Pizza, Pasta & Salads.

Open for lunch & dinner, 7 days.

Dine in or takeaway. Licensed & BYO.

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Downtown Burgers Address 99 Currie St. NAMBOUR Phone 07 5441 1587

207 Narrows Rd. MONTVILLE 07 5478 5888 diningonthedeck.com.au Tue to Sun: 8.30am – 4.00pm

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Enjoy breakfast, lazy lunches, great coffee & homemade cakes on Secrets Deck with stunning views over Lake Baroon. Groups welcome, why not spoil yourself & book for a gorgeous High Tea. Gallery & accommodation on site. Takeaway Picnics Available.

DINE-IN or TAKEAWAY Open for Lunch & Dinner 7 Days: 11.00am – 9pm

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We could tell you lots about our delicious food like the Vegan Soft Pretzel Buns, Free Range Chicken or the fact that we make it all in house right down to our aioli.

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Mill Street Kitchen & Pantry

Address 7 Mill St. NAMBOUR Phone 07 5352 3197 OPEN Dine-In or Takeaway Mon to Fri: 8am - 3pm Sat: 8am - 12pm (open Fri nights soon) Mill Street Kitchen & Pantry in the heart of Nambour is passionate about Sunshine Coast produce. We aim to provide simple, wholesome and flavoursome food, letting the amazing produce on the coast shine through. A fully stocked bulk room selling all your pantry staples.

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12 Husk and Honey Address 16/18 Queen St. NAMBOUR Phone 07 5441 3510 OPEN Mon to Fri: 7.00am – 2.00pm CLOSED Saturday & Sunday

Entirely Gluten free & Grain free Café offering all day breakfast & seasonal lunch menu. Cakes & other treats all baked on site daily. Tim Adams Coffee.

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Address Crystal Waters CONONDALE 65 Kilcoy Lane, off Aherns Rd. Phone 07 5494 4620 Web FB: “Flowerpot Coffee Shop” OPEN Fri, Sat, Sun & Tue: 9:00am - 2:30pm

Address Shop 6, 1 Maleny St. LANDSBOROUGH Phone 07 5439 9444 OPEN Mon to Fri: 7am - 3pm Saturday: 7am - 2pm Family Tree Cafe is our family owned & operated cafe born from our love of great coffee & wholesome fresh food. New Menu has All Day Breakfasts, and lots of yummy treats made daily in house from local & organic produce. GF & V options available. Where the food is made with love & customers are family.

The Flowerpot Coffee Shop offers a full breakfast & lunch menu, homemade baked goods & good, hot coffee.

Gluten free friendly, relaxed atmosphere with playground.

25min from Maleny & Kenilworth. All are welcome to come experience the CW eco village lifestyle.

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here is a not-sosecret destination in the hinterland for those who love a fantastic pizza with a selection of tempting toppings - Montville Gourmet Pizzeria.

With over 20 different Daryl Boyd and the team know how to make delicious pizzas, including half-and-half creations! pizzas and a selection of salads and pasta this restaurant has all the bases covered.

“We have plenty of options for everyone,” said Daryl Boyd, who makes these mouthwatering creations, “from the classics like Meatlovers and the Capricciosa, to our veggie pizzas such as Popeye (with a tomato/pesto base, pinenuts, baby spinach, mushroom, feta and cheese) and Pumpkin.” (Ed note- Having tried the Pumpkin myself, I can attest it is utterly delicious!)

If reviews are anything to go by, this is a pizzeria of some note. The HT knows of one couple who deliberately visit whenever they travel to the Sunshine Coast from Brisbane, and if you visit Google, there are a wealth of glowing reports.

“Excellent pizzas, great texture and flavour, tasty fresh ingredients. I was really impressed. Couldn’t stop eating… really, really good,” said Lynden Barry.

Others call it their favourite pizza shop, and say the pizza is always hot, fresh and ‘absurdly tasty’.

One reviewer, Holly Gardiner, said simply, “We ate quite possibly the best pizza in the world.”

The service is also to be commended, with many reviewers commenting on how friendly the staff are, and the smiles they welcome customers with.

“It’s great to read and hear so many good reviews,” said Daryl with a smile. “We make an effort to create the best pizzas around, and the recognition is really appreciated.”

If you would like to know what all the fuss is about, head over to 202 Main Street, Montville, or for takeaway call 5442 9505. Social distancing protocols are in place, and spaced table service is offered, but using takeaway boxes at present.

Opening hours: Tuesday-Thursday 12 noon – 7.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 noon – 8pm, Sunday 12 noon – 7.30pm.

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unning for over 15 years, the Crystal Waters Market is an established farmers’ market with a peaceful, festival type feel held in a permaculture eco-village in Conondale within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. It is a favourite day out for locals and visitors and is held on the first Saturday of each month from 8am until 1pm.

The market features local produce from Conondale and Woodford – be sure to fill your kitchen at home with fruits and vegetables grown by these hardworking producers, who arrive the earliest and are set up before most of the other stallholders arrive!

The market offers something for everyone: sourdough bakery, organic produce, gourmet foods, children’s playground, arts and crafts, pre-loved items, alternative therapies and more in a natural, beautiful

environment. You might even see some kangaroos or wallabies there too.

At the Crystal Waters Market there is an open mic black board music session for musicians and, in between the live music sets, children can sing a song on the stage microphone, so everyone can have a sing-a-long.

There is a regular yoga class at the Crystal Waters Market and there are often crafty workshops and entertaining performance artists there too. Visitors and stallholders are welcome.

You can find this characterful market at 65 Kilcoy Lane, Conondale. *Crystal Waters is a wildlife sanctuary – please no dogs or cats

For more information call: 0431184855 or 54944620, or email: cwmarkets@crystalwaters.org.au

HINTERLAND MARKETS WEEKLY Nambour Village Square Market Thursdays 9am -2pm Nambour Village Square Market is a small, local community market supporting local vendors selling fruit & veg, plants, seedlings, handmade kids wear, jewellery, candles and homewares.

Perfect gifts for everyone. Stalls 0402 326 858

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Crystal Waters Market community-run, upcycled items, jewellery, organic veges, cakes, plants, honey, seedlings, hearty food, sourdough bakery, great coffee, live music and a warm welcome. 5494 4620

SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Montville Growers and Makers Market - 7:30am to 12:00pm Piping hot pancakes, buskers, genuine locally grown food, handmade craft, barista made coffee, under historic fig trees, profits maintain our Village Hall. Charlotte: 0412 521 109

THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Witta Growers Markets - 7:30am-12:00pm 50+ stalls, this vibrant market has everything from fresh local produce to gourmet food, quality art and craft, live music, hot food and coffee. Ph: 0408 034 570

FOURTH SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Mapleton Country Markets - 8am-12:00pm Local Produce, Handmade Gifts, Bric-a brac, Fashions, Plants, Wood, Jewellery, Olives, Food Stalls, Coffee Van, Live Music, inside & outside Mapleton Hall. Free Onsite parking.

Ph 0419 726 603

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This month our regular business Q&A is with Paul Richardson, owner of Richardson Gateworks, Maleny.

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Where did you grow up?

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Christchurch New Zealand

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What made you move to the hinterland?

We were living in Brisbane for 10 years prior to our tree change move to Maleny! We ran a much larger version of our business, but we were really looking for a quiet haven to raise our family.

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We had always visited Maleny for weekends and dreamed of some day moving back to the country. Fate stepped in while I was at Conondale, riding at Green Park, a mate had an accident which cut the weekend’s racing short, so Lisa and I found ourselves looking at real estate instead, we returned the following weekend and made an offer that was accepted. In hindsight it was the best move we ever made.

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How long have you been running Richardson Gateworks? And what did you do before this?

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I have been trading as Richardson Gateworks for a few years now, but the original company was Planit Fencing which we started in 1997.

I have worked for myself for 28 years now, originally as a motor engineer, then car sales, and then I moved to a fence machinery business building farm fence machines, and that led to a transfer to Australia in 1989.

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Do you have any funny/unusual stories from your work?

Plenty! A short one however was, while digging some post holes the fella next door asked if I would dig a series of holes close to each other so he could make easier work of digging a grave for his old dog, (which was still alive but getting close). The funny part, or disconcerting I should say, was that the poor old dog watched me do it!

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What does a ‘typical’ day entail for you?

Hmmm, I don’t know how to answer this as it’s always so varied! But getting up not too sore, looking at the view, a nice coffee and saying ’g’day’ to the animals is always a good start!

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What do you enjoy the most about your business?

Meeting a variety of interesting people and making new friends, it’s always rewarding when you truly make someone happy by bringing their vision or project to life.

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If you had to share any advice connected to your business, what would it be?

Have a reasonable idea of what you want and expect, listen to time-honoured honest advice, and do it properly the first time!

To contact Paul at Richardson Gateworks, phone 0412 698 595 or email: richardsongateworks@gmail.com

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community news

Maleny Spring Fair Come to the Maleny Garden Club Spring Fair on October 3, at the Maleny Showgrounds starting at 8.30am. Many of the crowd restrictions are being progressively removed by the government which allows this event to happen. COVID plans will be applied and social distancing will be enforced.

The fair will be held in the Showground Pavilion and Exhibition Hall. A number of plant and produce stalls will be in the Main Pavilion and the Exhibition Hall will be the venue for guest speakers and practical demonstration workshops.

Held on Tuesday mornings, they attract up to 50 students who can have a quick bite to eat plus a juice or flavoured milk drink before classes commence. Chappy Micah knows that this is an important way to help students kick their day off to a good start and there is always plenty to chat about, too.

Thanks are due to the Quota Club for providing some voluntary help pre-Corona and also to Maleny Bakery for providing donations of food. Community donations to chaplaincy help with other expenses.

Brekky on a brisk morning with Chappy Micah Jones

Everyone enjoys a Devonshire tea, and the catering group will provide fresh scones, yummy cakes, tasty sandwiches, tea, coffee and water. Cashless payment systems are available at both the Pavilion and the Exhibition Hall, and there is free parking.

Visit the Maleny Spring Fair 2020 Facebook page or Maleny Garden Club website for updates. There are a few slots still available for plant stalls. To receive more details about stalls, email the President Bill Henman at presidentmalenygardenclub@gmail.com

Brekky with Maleny Chappy A cold morning does not deter Maleny High School Chaplain Micah Jones from running his weekly breakfast at the school. This service to students has been operating since last year, but there was an interruption due to the Corona lockdown and distancing restrictions.

With due regard to safety and hygiene, the breakfasts have been back on recently.

Beerwah Writers Group If you’re interested in writing in a friendly and non-judgmental setting, head along to the Beerwah Writers Group. Their first meeting after lock-down will be on Friday September 11, 10am – 12 noon. Their usual meeting room at the Beerwah Library is not yet available so the meeting is in the Beerwah Pub, Sportsman’s Bar!

The group meets on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. New members are welcome and encouraged; a yearly subscription of $5 applies, with a gold coin to defray the cost of morning refreshments.

Due to Covid-19 registrations, please come early to fill in your form. Enquiries: Patty Beecham 0417 887316

The Montville Village Association Inc will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday October 14, 2020 at 5.30pm at the Montville Village Hall. Winston Johnston, Sunshine Coast Council, will be chairing the meeting.

Nomination forms must be received by the Secretary (either by mail: PO Box 5, Montville, Qld, 4560, or by email: secretary.mva@gmail.com, no later than 30 September 2020.

“Most importantly though, take a moment to appreciate the complex carolling of one of Australia’s most iconic birds—the humble magpie.”

Members travel from Maleny, Beerwah, Glasshouse Mountains, Buderim, Brisbane, and beyond to join this active group of local amateur and professional writers, who meet to discuss aspects of writing and publishing.

AGM in Montville

The Montville Village Association is seeking nominations for the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and supporting positions.

Please contact the Secretary for nomination forms – all welcome to apply.

“Move quickly through the area but do not run, wear a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses or use an umbrella, dismount and walk your bike and where possible, walk in groups – or avoid the area altogether if possible.

Pride of Workmanship Magpie swooping season has begun Magpie breeding season has begun across the Sunshine Coast and Council asks residents to remain tolerant of the protected native animal as they walk or ride near nests.

Natural Areas Conservation Officer Tyron de Kauwe said, “Magpies are pretty amazing birds and in fact only 10 per cent of breeding males will actually swoop.

“Swooping begins once the eggs are hatched and ends once the chicks have left the nest, which is about six to eight weeks.

“When you see male magpies defending their territory, they are merely defending their young. Don’t act aggressively towards them as they have a very long memory, and this will just encourage further defensive behaviour in the future.

The Rotary Club of Maleny decided to restart its Pride of Workmanship Awards this year. The club has been asking for nominations from employers and the general public, for people they see as taking exceptional pride in their work. The nominees are all recognised for their achievements and it’s definitely not a competition.

The nominees for 2020 come from a wide variety of jobs and industries, including volunteering: Clive Powell, Joint Curator, Groundsman, Gardener, Painter, Sign Writer - Pioneer Village; Debbie Rossow, Learning Support Facilitator - Maleny Independent School; Gayle Pope, Library Officer - Maleny Library; Melody Fanti, Baker Manager - IGA Maleny; Neal Charlton, Electrician - Traditional Maintenance; Sherri Dan, Food and Beverage Services - Hotel Maleny.

Congratulations to all the nominees! The presentation dinner occurs as the HT goes to print, so we look forward to hearing the news and sharing it on our Facebook page very soon.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to all of our loyal supporters over the last 20 years for making our small business such a success.

It truly has been a joy to provide our clients with the gems and jewels that light up their life. We are so fortunate to be a small part of so many love stories which makes this job that much sweeter!

While 2020 has certainly been a challenging year for all so far, we are still here and ready to help with all your jewellery needs.

We are back to regular opening hours MON to FRI 9am - 5pm, SAT 9am - 1pm, with lots of fabulous new stock coming in daily for you to select from.

We look forward to having you visit us to help celebrate 20 years together!

Love and Sparkles from Jim, Sandra and the team at Maleny Jewellers

Riverside Centre, Maple St, Maleny | 5494 3477

Kick start your Christmas shopping at Maleny Jewellers in the month of SEPT, spend over $100 and go into the draw to win a Stirling Silver ELLANI Pendant value $200.

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Passion FOR GREAT DESIGN “I’ve been working for nearly 30 years on the range and I am so grateful that my work is my passion. It is a privilege to collaborate with clients creating their garden dreams. I so enjoy the process of taking their desires from conception through to completion with the hope of always surpassing their expectations” Jim Rankin - Stone on the Range Landscapes

CONSULT • DESIGN • CONSTRUCT ‘Working with Jim to incorporate stonework into our landscaping and house design was an absolute pleasure. We appreciated the open and honest conversations about the project, and especially the experience of letting Jim create very imaginative, bespoke and meaningful design ideas that turned out beautifully on completion. The skill and time Jim puts into his work has created lasting memories for our home, and the stonework is always a wow factor for visitors who are instantly taken aback by the form and craftsmanship in the work.

Thank you Jim for creating such a unique and wonderful part of our home.’

Australian Institute of Architects – House of the year – Sunshine Coast – Mill Hill Retreat - Brooklyn and Ryan - Montville.

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Special thanks go to:

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Six years ago we embarked on a landscaping project for our garden and commissioned Jim to assist us. His involvement included a paved entrance stairway and dry rock wall around a large tree, as well as various other garden edging and stone work. We valued Jim’s creative input to our plans and his ability to work collaboratively with us throughout. He carried out the work with enthusiasm, professionalism and attention to detail. His network of trade contacts was most useful.

The finished work is an asset to our garden and the entrance a distinctive statement. We are very happy with the results.

Ralph and Christine - Gardners Lane, Maleny

• Clients past and present • Andrew Fea (aka the “The Maestro”) Andrews Mini Excavations

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LANDSCAPING JIM 0401 308 824 | jimrstoneart@gmail.com Stone on the Range Landscapes

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• Andy and Michelle Buchanan Maleny Landscaping Supplies

• John Brown and the team The Range Hardware and Hire

ALLJakeman ASPECTS OF • Trevor, Helen and Mark • Lex Piper - Maleny Welding Jakeman Steel

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We’re extending financial support The Australian Government is extending JobKeeper until 28 March 2021 and the temporary Coronavirus Supplement for those on income support until 31 December 2020, after which income support will continue.

For JobKeeper and the temporary Coronavirus Supplement there will be some changes to payments and eligibility to support businesses and households who need it most.

For information on how these changes affect you, visit Australia.gov.au

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“As a club, although we are not able to have our regular meetings, we are still speaking via phone calls and emails and small get-togethers because our work and community spirit is what is important to us.”

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Looking to the future, Mark continues to remain optimistic for a way back from the impact the virus has had on Australia and in fact the world.

s measures are put in place to help contain the spread of Covid-19, local community groups are left wondering what the future holds.

Nambour Apex Club hopes that they will be able to run their own show-stall for a couple of events at the Nambour Showgrounds; something they have been famous for before with their friendly service and delicious and affordable menu.

Nambour Apex Club President, Mark Walls, said the virus has had the potential to be a destroyer of charity.

“Unfortunately, the Nambour Apex Club along with many other charitable groups are facing difficult times ahead; especially with all events for 2020 being cancelled,” he said.

“When all is said and done our club will be there to assist in any way possible; even with limited funds we will try our hardest to support our community.

“It is groups like ours that rely heavily on community events and the public’s generosity to be able to assist and support those less fortunate in our region.

“On the subject of community, let us give a thought to those that do not have a roof over their heads or a warm bed to sleep in and all stay safe.”

“Without these revenue groups like The Shack Nambour, Driven by K M, Fusion Sunshine Coast, Helping Children Smile and many more will miss out on the assistance they require to do their wonderful work throughout the community.”

Mark has joined the care army and was given the opportunity to volunteer at the hub in Bokarina where he works with IFYS in housing and supplying meals to the homeless and also families in need.

Joe, another member of Apex, also volunteers at com link driving the elderly to appointments and shopping.

Mark highlighted that the effects of this will be felt for a long time after the crisis is over.

“While I completely appreciate the measures being put in place for public safety, as a volunteer I find times like this especially hard due to the fact t hat I am unable to get out into the community and assist with our normal Apex projects because of social distancing.

“Through Apex I love nothing more than helping others and meeting different people throughout the region thanks to regular community events and for the moment that isn’t possible.

“As a club we are just taking it day by day for the rest of this year in the hope we will be able to return in 2021 and continue to support our community.”

If anyone would like to make a donation to Apex Nambour to allow them to continue supporting the community they can contact Mark Walls at grumples01@gmail.com Nambour Apex Club President, Mark Walls

Care.

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Sundale’s fully accredited Care Centres provide exceptional care.

With four locations on your doorstep, Sundale offers a range of stimulating and engaging lifestyle activities and services including continuum of care.

At Sundale, there’s no need to move if your needs change, with additional care, meals and assistance available, if and when you need it.

For more information visit sundale.org.au or call 1800 786 325.

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CALL TODAY TO ORGANISE A PRIVATE INSPECTION. ROTARY GARDEN VILLAGE 98 Windsor Road, Nambour COOLUM WATERS 4 Wembley Rd, Coolum Beach NAMBOUR GARDEN VILLAGE 35 Doolan Street, Nambour PALMWOODS GARDEN VILLAGE 61 Jubilee Dr, Palmwoods

Young Writer of the Year 2020

CANDLELIGHT Flickering.

Like love. Like time. Like her.

Little flame quivers and sighs, worn and weary. She glows a warm amber, and her light is welcome; it awakens plumes of dust, casts shadows on the walls and floors and the table of the house where memories forever sleep.

The table is piled high with boxes bearing clothes she had sewn and hemmed for growing legs, broken and mended fine-china, and boxes filled with a volume of aged letters – written in last century’s bleeding ink and sealed with a memory. He runs his hand over the table-top. Dust collects and curls under his fingers, falls, and melts back into the floor.

This house was once lit up by life and movement, it once filled and swelled with words exchanged between two beings; it was a house once cradled in boughs of bountiful creation.

Her easel in the corner of the room still stands, dreaming beside the window. It is impossible not to conjure up an old image of her, folded and faded behind the easel – with a paintbrush one hand, a hot cup of tea in another.

On the other end of the table sits an old record-player, humming tones dulcet and mellow – a loving ache buried in the climb of guitar strings, in each fraying note and within the chorus, meagre and dim and faded.

And quietly, little lingering flame lifts her amber fingers, outlining the gullies etched into his marked skin; gullies left by years of laughter and rivulets of coarsened tears; gullies carved and deepened from being starved of friendly chatter.

Outside, evening is steadily approaching on the charcoal backs of birds, their conversation teetering off telephone poles and pine-trees. A ripened moon drips like wax onto unfurled fields – and inside, the floorboards creak as he returns to his time-worn chair, as if to provide in an affectionate gesture, some final company for the lonely years.

And in spite of yearning, he turns and whispers away that flickering amber thread, that last glowing memory; the warmth that washes through the halls and walls of this heaving house; the flame that held, that remembered, that was her.

In the undulating darkness, he whispers, softly

Angelique McClymont

“A flame, wax and wick will all burn away, But I will be with you until morning arrives, on its slowed, withering arms of dew and gold, and I will give to you in death what I could not in life.”

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Letters Ration challenge

LETTERS, LEUNIG AND LIGHT RELIEF Relax, read a few letters, enjoy a crossword and cartoon, and maybe put pen to paper (finger to keyboard) yourself!

We would love you to share your thoughts and experiences with us and HT readers. Email: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au or write to PO Box 818, Maleny, Qld, 4552. Please include your name, email/address and location. Letters may be edited a little if space is tight. As we are a monthly, please be aware we are unable to print date-sensitive letters.

A call for continuity

Dear Hinterland Times readers,

Celebrating Peter Erdmann

Dear Editor

Having worked in countries like Egypt, Cyprus, Israel and London when bomb threats were real, I never take our beautiful village with its clean air, stable government, easily accessible locally produced food and wonderful schools for granted.

At this time, we should be reassured that government leaders, federal, state and local are working together, with their expert advisors to manage the ongoing Covid-19 viral pandemic.

I guess gratitude for the life my family have here is the main reasons I signed up to support people who are still looking for their own safe haven. So from 13 – 19 September, I’ll be eating the same rations as a Syrian refugee living in a camp in Jordan to raise as much money as possible so that those same refugees can receive emergency food, hygiene kits and life-saving support.

Without a guidebook for this unprecedented situation, we have benefitted from cooperation and planning by decision-makers which has substantially reduced the prevalence and mortality of this virus emergency across Australia.

That means swapping my daily triple latte for lentils, a small amount of rice, chickpeas, beans, sardines, flour and oil. Did I mention there’s no wine or worse still no veggies!

If you’d like to help me raise money to help those who aren’t as lucky as we are to reach my goal of $1,782 to feed a refugee family for year then please dig deep or grab those coins behind the couch cushions and sponsor me at actforpeace. rationchallenge.org. au/leo-wiles. Thanks so much for reading.

In Queensland, the Palaszczuk Government and our health officials have been especially successful in protecting the community from tragedy. The recent cluster at the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre demonstrates that this requires constant vigilance and action to manage the complexity of the crisis.

As we head to a state election in October, the Palaszczuk government continues to balance the benefits of stopping the viral pandemic, while planning for economic stability and recovery through infrastructure programs and accelerated capital works.

In my opinion, the practical and sensible thing to do is to re-elect the Palaszczuk Labor Government. The state needs continuity of effective leadership to recover and grow through these times.

Leo Wiles, Eumundi

A celebration of Peter’s life will be held at 2.30pm Saturday September 12 at 37 Centenary Drive, the property that he owned for many years. Please bring your stories, photos and memories of Peter. It is expected to be brief but bring a chair if you like. RSVP by text to Ridley 0429 000142.

Peter was “a gentleman and avid photographer, film maker and community builder”.

Ridley Kennedy

Ethical treatment Dear Editor, It’s important to find the positive in every situation. So, what’s the silver lining in the case of an alleged scammer selling non-existent puppies to numerous Australian families, for thousands of dollars each? Well, fewer puppies born into a cruel industry that treats animals as commodities and robs animals in shelters of a chance at a loving home.

Every time someone buys a dog from a breeder, they also take away a home from a dog waiting in a shelter. Each year, in Australia, over 200,000 healthy, adoptable dogs and cats in shelters are euthanised, because there are not enough good homes for them.

If readers out there have space in their home and heart for a companion (or two), please, save a life and adopt from a shelter – and always desex and microchip them. Thank you.

Dr Michael Simpson, Montville

Bad Joke of the Month

Crossword No. 323

Two friends are walking their dogs -- a Dalmatian and a Chihuahua -- when they smell something delicious coming from a nearby restaurant. The guy with the Dalmatian says, “Let’s get something to eat.”

But the guy with the Chihuahua says, “We can’t go in there, we have dogs with us.” So the first guy says, “Just follow my lead.” He puts on a pair of sunglasses and walks into the restaurant.

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Average (7) Bone manipulator (9) Long flat piece of timber (5) Contemptible person (7) Genuine (7) Kinsfolk (9) Best of a group (5) Chats (7) Lake Windermere town (9) Picked up accidentally (9) Skipper (7) Bear witness (7) Maritime (7) Laid open to view (7) Mature (5) Trunk of the human body (5)

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“A Dalmatian?”

“Yes, they’re using them now.”

The owner says, “Very well, then, come on in.”

The guy with the Chihuahua repeats the process and gets the same response from the owner: “Sorry, pal, no pets allowed.”

“But this is my guide dog,” says the second guy.

“Sorry,” says the owner, “no pets allowed.”

“A Chihuahua?” asks the incredulous owner.

“But this is my guide dog,” the guy with the Dalmatian says.

“A Chihuahua?!,” says the man in the dark glasses. “They gave me a Chihuahua?!”

Quick Quote

Cavalry soldier (7) Sawbones (7) Middle Eastern bread (5) Game show player (9) How bidding goes in bridge (9) Topic (5) Unintended discharge of a fluid (7) Green-eyed (7) Live together (7) Offensive (7) Money bag (5) Where dolly mixture can be bought (5,4) E.g. the DUKW (9) Harvests (5) Convent (7) Packed (7)

Mimi Bekhechi, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals

If you don't like something, change it.

If you can't change it, change your attitude.

– Maya Angelou

Sudoku No. 2

Poets YARIDNI (WALLABY)

A place of morning mists and ruby sunsets, Warm mellow days and drying sun.

A place of rain and transient floodings Of rich warm earth of brown and dun.

A place where young can raise their offspring In warmth and peace and human care.

A place where shade provides in summer And winter green provides rich fare.

A place where summer droughts burn up Tender growths and leave soil bare, Where dams dry up and crack and break And earth bowels open everywhere.

CORNER

Let’s face it - 99% of the spiders you meet are quite benign.

No fangs No claws No sucking parts No itchy bits or callous hearts Who seldom shouts and never lies A modest border Cowering in the window’s crack Leaving little in his track

Black sentinels to time long gone Their black trunks rigid and wrinkled, Cold, timeless and iron strong.

A resting place for folk who need A break from city noise and pace A place for friends to share together

To feel them is to touch them to move them is to roll to wander where the path strays to drift beyond the whole

A quiet guest who dines on flies

A ceiling creeper

A place where iron barks stand bold at sunset

They fly, they flute they crash from me caught in a dream foray all their parts and counter parts join me in the sway

Can we say the same of people?

A place of peace and love and fun And share quiet joy when work is done.

He weaves a web

ON DAVE’S FATHER

Both pale and tight To halt the flies and mossies’ flight

The old man now lives with his children, grown.

He sits in measured silence without opinion of his own.

Until, fortified with drink the old words flow.

They label him “Old Fool!” and ask “How could he know?”

How fearsome can a beastie be Who has eight legs and waves with three? © Sammy Ringer

Love and joy and a sense of space. © Rhyllis Aitken

Keep sending us your poems - we love receiving your creative work!

To submit your work for possible publication,email: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au or post: PO Box 818, Maleny 4552 Word limit per poem (due to space) is 300 words.

Leunig

THE LUSTFUL ART OF THE BEE

SPIDERS

A place of soil and hard endeavour A place where family work together

Poetry is an arrangement of language, artistic word pictures that attempt to inspire imagination, evoke emotion and provoke humour.

Poets are illustrators of words that create beauty and intensity, and the HT is proud to give them a platform.

His life ceased the day she died.

He came to live with daughter and sons and wives; who resent his cluttering up their lives. © Kath Fisher

To fly like the dream of a dragonfly to rise like a sigh entranced to whisper and to plunder the light of the gold moon’s dance to whisper and to plunder the light of the gold moon’s dance Together they can float here forever have they been the wonderful world of geraniums the lustful art of the bee the wonderful world of geraniums the lustful art of the bee The flowers of life transfix me in a cool breath summer morn we all shall be the healer we all shall be reborn we all shall be the healer we all shall be reborn © John Kerslake

Maggie

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ARTIST PROFILE – JACK WILMS

STREET ART NAMBOUR September is Mural Month in Nambour, and once again murals are being created to add colour and great art to the walls of the town. The philosophy behind this is to add a positive vibe and encourage Street Artists to step up and create a mural, which will hopefully lead to a career for them, plus give exposure to the businesses in Nambour.

Each mural is paid for, either with a donation from a business or a resident, and that money goes directly to the artist. No mural is painted without permission from the property owner and agreement with the artist.

Street Art Nambour is a not-for-profit organisation, and since their initial Street Art Festival in 2018, they have created 18 murals, with the standard of the art recognised in the Australian Street Art Awards last September. Nambour was also accepted as a major Mural Town.

To support this project please donate/sponsor an artist via Street Art Nambour, BSB 633-000, A/C: 1661 94761.

Jack’s workshop

T

he Obi Valley is home to great beauty and nature and nestled within it is the studio of artist Jack Wilms, whose creations in wood have delighted and inspired many over the years. His work is a major component of the magic of Secrets on the Lake in Montville, and his intricately carved majestic doors are the perfect finish for The Chapel Montville.

Jack began carving 30 years ago in Perth. “I was a picture framer and had an artist friend who was painting and sculpting, and I started with a piece of driftwood, carving pictures. My friend said, ‘that’s better than my first piece, you should go for it’.

“My first exhibition was 20 pieces in Mackay, I was very lucky because this guy came and said, ‘I want the whole lot at my house in an hour, or the deal is off.’ That gave me a head start!”

After years of travel and galleries in different locations, Jack found his way to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Twenty years ago, while looking for a new home, he met his wife Monica, who was working at Roger Loughnan’s Real Estate. The couple set up home and studio in the Obi A carved door by Jack Wilms

Valley, surrounded by farms, fields and birds.

“I do what people like, I’m commercial,” said Jack. “Contemporary art might win a prize here and there, but people don’t buy it so much, and then you’re just a starving artist.

“I grew up very poor in Germany, so I know what it’s like to work to survive. It also means I appreciate what I have. I lived in Italy for five years, making handbags, working with leather, then I found out I was born in Australia, in New South Wales, and my parents moved back to Germany when I was 6 months old, so I decided to come back here.”

“Some of Jack’s pieces take a few days, some take about six weeks,” said Monica. “People visit the studio and talk to Jack about his work, about commissioning, it’s a very personal experience. We average 30-40 people a day at the weekend. They set up in the gardens and have morning tea. We’re pretty much a destination point.”

To see Jack’s work, visit Obi Valley Woodworks on Facebook or call 07 5472 3996 to book a time to visit.

POETRY FOR CHILDREN With the release of a new poetry book, author Marg Gibbs captures the fun, wonder and delight of the seasons, animals and a little touch of fantasy to appeal to children. Goose at the Gate is a collection of 40 poems, illustrated by watercolour artist Margeaux from New South Wales and collage pictures painted and assembled by Marg herself.

“I had a lot of fun making this book and many of the poems are best read aloud to appreciate the pace and rhythm. Some are a little nonsense like There’s a Croc in my Ear to more emotional ones like Feelings for Shia Rose.

“For the adventurous, there’s a poem called Voyage Across the Sea for Riley, illustrated with a beautiful make-believe bed boat, sails and diving dolphins. Margeaux Davis has captured a light, childlike scene across the sea with soft watercolour paints.

“Food features too, with Pancakes on my Plate and The Dinosaur that loved Yogurt.”

You can purchase Goose at the Gate or Marg’s other books from her website: mjgibbs.com.au Please note: Kenilworth ArtsFest cancelled for September 2020

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ARTISTS TAKE CONTROL It's no secret that some of the hardest hit sole traders in recent months have been our artists and musicians in the entertainment industry.

With the closing of the live music scene, many performers have had to go into a forced hibernation, but one woman has been quietly shifting her entire business model, from performing live shows to creating content for her following through an online platform called Patreon.

Andrea Kirwin is a well-known local Australian/Fijian singer-songwriter and, thanks to Patreon, she has recently opened up Peace Run Records and Agency at 14 Queen Street in Nambour.

From her new premises, Andrea will be offering one-on-one music lessons: guitar, singing, songwriting, keyboard and ukulele, as well as boutique live music events and livestream concerts and special events for her Patreon subscribers.

Andrea said, “The financial support from my Patreon subscribers have enabled me to lease out and create a space where we can enjoy live music together and I can spend time teaching people the joy of playing music.”

You can find out more about Andrea's music lessons by following her socials or even becoming a subscriber to her Patreon page.

Recently Andrea pulled all her albums off Spotify and explained, “It doesn't make sense that we spend thousands of dollars recording only to put our music up on Spotify for people to stream with very little return for us as artists.”

Andrea hopes that by redirecting her music following to Patreon rather than streaming sites, it will enable her to have a better connection with her following – this has already happened with some of her supporters singing on her new album, Bloom.

Another exciting side project Andrea has been working on is a musical collaboration with Maleny singer/songwriter Nyssa Ray (pictured with Andrea and Waylan) to create a beautiful children's album to be launched late September.

For more information about Nyssa Ray and Andrea's new children's album please keep an eye on their Facebook pages. If you would like to book in for some all ages music lessons with Andrea, email: andrea@peacerunrecords.com and she'll help you find the right Patreon tier to sign up for.

THE INGRID JAMES QUARTET The world is certainly walking through interesting times, but the local jazz scene seems to be thriving under the current conditions. Local jazz artist and event organiser Robyn Brown has been working in collaboration with the Glass House Brewery in Forest Glen to run a regular jazz night, which features a two-course dinner along with a show from world-class jazz artists.

The combination of quality food, fine brews and classy jazz seems to be a winner, and next up is the Ingrid James Quartet on September 27 at 6pm.Coronavirus restrictions mean that seating is limited due to spacing requirements so book early.

To find out more, go to facebook - TheJazzSessions, or to book go to stickytickets.com. au/TheJazzSessions

‘RADIO TIMES’ The good news for those starved of live theatre is that community-based drama groups are leading a comeback. They do not face the financial constraints of commercial theatres in an era when audience sizes have to be drastically reduced.

A case in point is Maleny Players’ forthcoming production Radio Times.

Forced to abandon an earlier production due to Coronavirus restrictions, the group wanted a play in which actors as well as audience could be socially distanced. The answer was people in a radio studio in the act of broadcasting, each at his or her separate microphone.

The two plays, though independent comedies in their own right, have been incorporated into a larger story about a struggling Brisbane radio station just before television came to Australia in 1956.

With a talented cast of 11 performers, diverse material (mostly set in the Sunshine Coast), and affectionate recall of an era when ‘the wireless’ was central to our entertainment, Radio Times promises to be a perfect return to live theatre in our region.

Saturday September 19 and 26, Sunday September 20 and 27, 1.30pm and 4.30pm. Tickets online only at: malenyplayers.org/Trybooking or directly through Trybooking.

CLUB ACOUSTIC BACK IN TOWN NAT AND JAKE Club Acoustic - a local gathering of musicians, poets, and even occasionally dancers, are back again in the Maleny RSL on the first Thursday in September (and the first Thursday of every month). This time they are featuring some of the fabulous women performers in the area.

The opening act is the wonderful trio Accidentally On Purpose, kicking off at 6.30pm. For the rest of the line-up, you’ll just have to go along to see! If you went in August and enjoyed getting to boogie at the end of The Cedartones, look forward to dancing again, but with a different band!

Club Acoustic and the Maleny RSL are aware of the need to continue to take care with physical distancing; so they still need to limit audience numbers to 70. Doors open at 6pm for delicious food, bar, and the warmth of an audience who just keep coming back for more!

Nat and Jake are a country-pop acoustic duo based in South-East Queensland.

From Fleetwood Mac to John Mellencamp and Keith Urban, Nat and Jake were surrounded by a variety of music genres growing up.

From the latest pop hits to old-school classics, the pair began playing together when they first met in 2013.

Over the years they've expanded on their covers along with composing originals.

Whether it be a laid-back Sunday afternoon or an upbeat Saturday night, the duo enjoys entertaining a variety of audiences.

See them perform at Finbars, Maleny on September 26, from 7pm, contact: 5494 3146.

Also, Lulu’s Blackboard Night on the first and third Tuesday of the month, an opportunity for musicians to come and play live at this open mic event, from 6.30pm.

HAYDEN HACK Hailing from the liberated musical landscape of modern South Africa, Hayden Hack left his homeland some 12 years ago to travel the world and develop his craft and songwriting skills.

Playing his own brand of funky afro-inspired journeyman music in some of the world’s largest cities, Hayden retells stories about the world from a viewpoint only a traveling artisan can. His songs represent the emotional and cultural influences of his personal interactions and paint a musical picture for his audience to experience.

Come and enjoy Hayden playing at Finbars, 121 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny on Saturday September 5 from 6.30pm. Contact: 5494 3146

DAVE BARRIE Sunshine Coast singer songwriter Dave Barrie proved his love for the hinterland earlier this year with his song, The Beer Garden, a catchy singalong song about what makes the town of Eumundi so great. In a fiercely competitive song writing competition run by Eumundi Brewery, Dave placed in the top 5 from over 240 entries.

Back playing live shows recently in Yandina and Eumundi, Dave will add North Arm to his 'Hinterland tour' with a live gig at Terella Brewing on Saturday September 19 from 1-4pm. Free entry and all ages welcome. Playing a mix of covers and originals including the just released second single The things that I could do, from his upcoming 3rd EP. Check out Dave's music at davebarriemusic.com.

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health, wellness and beauty

IN HOME

REHABILITATION WE COME TO YOU Function Plus Therapy is a new Allied Health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and other) service providing in home rehabilitation.

How a fitness business in Maleny has built not just muscle and endurance, but friendships…

Get Active with owner and trainer Rachel Lockman, and trainer Aileen Jackson

We are highly experienced, senior level therapists with 25 years combined experience between two directors, Emily and Carlicia.

“I am passionate about my own health and fitness and I am so grateful to be able to help other people improve theirs and to also improve their whole family’s health, fitness and overall love for life. “

We provide assessment, rehabilitation, equipment prescription and home modification assessment for a wide range of conditions including but not limited to: • • • • • • • • •

‘Get Active’ currently has two trainers; Rachel and Aileen, “Who has been the perfect addition to the business, putting her heart and soul into every class and giving it even more variety and in turn making ‘Get Active’ even stronger,” said Rachel.

Lymphoedema Stroke Progressive neurological disorders (Parkinson’s Disease, MS, MND etc) Chronic respiratory and other chronic disease Aged care (reduced mobility, falls, de-conditioning) Orthopaedic Amputation and prosthetic rehab Acquired brain injury Spinal cord injury

“We both live by the motto- ‘Your goals are our goals’.”

Rachel recently asked her clients if they could describe ‘Get Active’ in just a couple of words, what would they be?

“Professional, life changing, caring, kind, motivating, results, community, addictive and family were just some of their words,” Rachel said with evident pride.

What funding is available?

• • • • • •

NDIS (Plan and Self-managed) Home Care Package / CHSP Enhanced Primary Care Plan (co-payment required) DVA Private Health (dependant on individual cover) Private payments “The service that Carly gives me is exceptional.

She is warm and friendly and I think she is the most the wonderful therapist that has ever come to visit. She looks after me so well and I can’t recommend her highly enough.”

Norma (92)

“Emily has been very professional and focused on helping me recover from a spinal cord injury in which I was told I would never walk again. With Emily’s professional help, I am now walking again and I am even learning to run again! Emily has been a fantastic physio and I cannot recommend her highly enough.”

Andrew (36)

www.functionpl.us OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY carlicia@functionpl.us | 0455120077 PHYSIOTHERAPY emily@functionpl.us | 0414 898 516

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times and some incredible times and I can honestly say ‘Get Active’ Fitness is all of the above and so much more, with some of the most amazing team members and friends,” smiled Rachel.

“

In the beginning I dreamt of building a local fitness business that would be so much more than just a place to work out,” said Get Active owner and founder, Rachel Lockman.

“My dream was for it to be a welcoming place of support, encouragement, motivation and of course results, with a feeling of family.”

‘Get Active’ is continuously growing and adding more and more people to either begin or further their fitness journey.

“I have followed my heart from the beginning through some hard

“I started ‘Get Active’ Fitness six-anda-half years ago now, which is still to this day being one of the best decisions I have made, and it has continued to grow and expand into a well-known business in our little town, with a great reputation, and I can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings.”

For more information visit Get Active Fitness and Personal Training on Facebook, or email rachel. lockman@yahoo.com.au

health, wellness and beauty more problems. Dan endured it all and hit rock bottom in 2014 and so did our family.

When a fellow cancer patient suggested to Dan that he try cannabis, Dan refused. He thought that my husband and I would never agree. My husband had spent most of his career in drug law enforcement. We had always been anti-recreational drugs and had a strict parenting style.

You will try anything to relieve the suffering of your child so when Dan said no, and I said YES PLEASE! With no expectation, his father rolled him his first cannabis joint, he awkwardly drew back, and the colour returned to his pale face. He even asked for something to eat!

Dan, Lucy and Lou Haslam

Medicinal cannabis makes a difference

L

ucy Haslam and her husband Lou have recently moved to Mapleton after many years in Tamworth.

Their life there was filled with special memories, plenty of good times, and also great tragedy when their son Dan was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer. Lucy recently shared Dan’s story with us.

In 2010 we were just an ordinary family. My husband was enjoying semi- retirement after a 35-year career in the NSW police. I had just sold a successful nursing agency and we were about to open a new business. We had three wonderful sons aged 20 to 23 years. Life was great! But suddenly our world fell apart… An unexpected diagnosis of stage 4 bowel cancer in our youngest son began our nightmare.

Dan was just 20 and a typical sporty uni student.

Madly in love and looking forward to the future. When

Dan confided he had rectal bleeding my nursing instincts told me that the most likely cause was a haemorrhoid…I told him not to worry but we would get it checked to be safe. A colonoscopy on the 5th February 2010 was the day our nightmare began.

Four years of gruelling chemotherapy, many major bowel and liver surgeries, radiation and a quality of life that was non-existent. The worst of it was the emotional toll it took on all of us…Dan battling to stay alive and the rest of us watching helplessly. We struggled to apply the word ‘terminal’ to Dan yet that was where we were at!

From almost continuous chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, to severe weight loss, pain, depression and anxiety. The chemo caused debilitating side effects; opiates and benzos dulled the pain but destroyed his spirit, and antiemetics did little and caused

We looked at each other in stunned disbelief and with overwhelming joy. From then on Dan was not hospitalised after chemotherapy. It began a period which saw Dan regain some quality of life, some control and it helped him to cope with the unthinkable.

It seemed wrong to be criminalised for relieving Dan’s suffering and we began to lobby for the legalisation of medicinal cannabis. Dan passed away in 2015 and Australian Legalisation was achieved on the first anniversary of his death in February 2016.

Yet in 2020, I still find myself working to achieve a legacy he would be proud of. Sadly, we are not there yet.

Vested interests, personal bias, stigma, and ignorance all create regulatory, cost and medically imposed barriers leaving hundreds of thousands of sick Australian patients unable to achieve legal access.

Meanwhile the illicit market is flourishing. It is vital the Australian public are made aware of this human rights issue that needs addressing urgently. Towards that end I am happy to share my journey over future issues of the Hinterland Times.

Lucy Haslam continues to fight for regulation change through United in Compassion (the charity Lucy and Dan began together ) and the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Association, so patients can receive legal and affordable medicinal cannabis when they need it.

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health, wellness and beauty ACUPUNCTURE

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING continued

Anthony Brown Acupuncture Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner.

Member (fellow) AACMA. Anthony has 35 years clinical experience, 30 of them here on the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland.

26 Coral St, Maleny Ph: 5435 2555

Louisa D Pearce – Peer Specialist & Social Worker Compassionate, holistic help for people with complex mental health challenges, including suicidality, depression, schizophrenia, BPD and DID. NDIS rebates available. Ph: 0490 165 654 www.louisadpearce.com.au

BEAUTY THERAPISTS Emmanuelle’s Beauty For all your beauty needs, facials, lash extensions, lash lift, waxing and more contact Em on 0410 670 519. Monday-Friday, evening appointments also available.

3/66 Maple St Maleny.

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

BOWEN THERAPISTS Bowen Therapy – Bronwyn Huckle Specialising in Bowtech, the original Bowen Therapy technique. Treating health issues in babies, childen & adults. Montville therapy rooms. Monday to Friday by appointment.

Ph: 5442 9371 Christian Dunham Gentle yet powerful and suitable for all ages, Bowen Therapy stimulates the body to rebalance, promoting healing, pain relief and the recovery of energy. Ph: 0448 303 013 www.christiandunham.net Kathy Blackburn Dip. Bowen Therapy (Bowtech).Gentle effective treatment of Back Pain; Migraine; RSI ; Tennis Elbow; Knee, Ankle & Foot Conditions; Menstrual/ Hormonal irregularities; Chronic Fatigue; Respiratory Conditions and MORE. Health fund rebates. Ph: 5429 6180

CHIROPRACTORS Maple Chiropractic Maleny Dr. Stephen Lowe, Dr. Samuel Lowe, Dr. Catherine Metcalf, Dr. Rebel Hungerford Concession, family rates & HICAPS available.

Gentle, effective care for the whole family.

45 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph. 5494 3322 www.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.

21 Bunya Street, Maleny. Ph: 5435 2987 Dr John Pirie Chiropractor & Applied Kinesiologist Gentle hands on chiropractic using applied kinesiology. Over 30 years in private practice. Families welcome. Mon, Tues, Thur 2:00 – 5.30pm; Fri 9:00am -12noon 19 Coral Street Maleny, Ph: 5435 2155 www.siaholistichealth.com.au

COLONIC HYDROTHERAPY Hinterland Colonics Health & Wellness Certified Colonic Hydrotherapist & Naturopath.

Call us for all your cleansing and detoxification needs. Our medical grade equipment is single-use, sterile and disposable. Flexible appointments 7days 0401 750 255

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING Ruth Donnelly - Holistic Counsellor Heart-centred approach to healing trauma, building emotional wellbeing. Integrating body psychotherapy, mindfulness, artistic therapies, Reiki, Acutonics, Bush Flower Essences, Dru yoga. Ph: 0409 564 276, ruth@ruthdonnelly.com.au, www.heartmindconnections.org Astrid de Ruiter – Psychotherapist & Certified Mindfulness Teacher Offering quality mindfulness training, groups or individuals and mindfulness and body based counselling and psychotherapy. Caring, down to earth, effective with more than 12 yrs experience. Ph: 0401 624 757 www.sunshinecoastmindfulness.com.au

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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

HYPNOTHERAPY Mary (McGrory) CrawfordPowerful Transformations Member of AHA/NRHA – Specialising in grief, depression and anxieties, quit smoking, weight loss, and Past Life Regression (Michael Newton Institute). Ph Mary 0457 230 952 powerfultransformations.com.au mary@powerfultransformations8.com 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

MASSAGE THERAPISTS

NATUROPATH Pascale Richy Naturopath BHSc Herbal and Nutritional Medicine, Dietary and Life style Coaching. Optimise health and wellness with an evidence based, holistic and inclusive approach. Hormones, gut, weight, immune and mental health issues.

Ph: 0423 615 413 E: info@pascalerichynaturopath.com

NDIS REGISTERED PROVIDER SUPPORT2U-local community business providing disability supports NDIS Reg No. 4050054299 Providing high quality care for disability support, community participation and customised outings for your needs.

M: 0438 256 098 E: admin@support2u.biz www.support2u.biz

OPTOMETRIST Hammond Optometry Deborah & Stephen Hammond are proud to be local, independent eye healthcare providers servicing the Hinterland since 1999. Focused on quality eyecare and eyewear for you and your family, giving your eye health and vision the best personalised attention it requires and deserves. 44 Lowe St Nambour Ph: 5476 2333

PERSONAL TRAINER, FITNESS, DANCE 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

PSYCHOLOGY Sheenah Turnbull – Clinical Psychologist Counselling for depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, relationships, adjustment to life changes, children, youth, adults.

Medicare rebates Sunshine Coast Hinterland and Surrounds – 0417 075 172 E: sheenahturnbull@gmail.com Hinterland Hypnotherapy - Psychologist Quantum Consciousness - Expand your Personal Universe. Mindfulness. Increase Good Habits, Remove Bad Habits, Anxiety, Stress.

Medicare / Healthfund rebates may apply.

Contact Matt Vance 0415 463 976 www.hinterlandhypnotherapy.com.au

PHYSIOTHERAPY/OSTEOPATHY

The Stillpoint - Katie White I am delighted to announce that The Stillpoint is open again – observing all recommended Health & Safety guidelines. Please phone me on 0400 722 786 to make an appointment.

26 Coral St Maleny.

Range of Motion Physiotherapy Mapleton - Montville - Maleny - Imbil Russ, Lauren, Kathryn and Andrew. Providing the highest quality care to restore & maintain optimal physical function & mobility.

Ph: 5478 6600 www.rangeofmotion.com.au

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Ayurvedic Health Advice To Suit You

Spring Clean Your Body

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etoxifying in spring is an important part of the Maharishi Ayurvedic seasonal routine. We often get the urge to clean the house and get rid of unwanted junk in the spring, but it is also a good time to clean out toxins and impurities from our body.

Spring is Kapha season which brings an increase in the moist, cool, heavy, sweet qualities of Kapha. We experience this increase of sweetness and heaviness in the smell of blossoms and wattles, while Kapha’s governing principle of growth and structure expresses itself in the new plant and animal life.

Wendy Rosenfeldt is a teacher of Transcendental Meditation and a Maharishi Ayurvedic health practitioner.

Spring can also give rise to a sleepy feeling if there is accumulated ama (impurities) or excess Kapha in the physiology. Just as the spring sunshine melts the snow, the warmer weather can cause the ama in the physiology to liquefy.

If the micro channels in the body are blocked with impurities it

can cause fatigue, sluggishness and excess mucus and can also make us more prone to coughs, cold, allergies and congestion. Offsetting Kapha’s heaviness with a good diet and daily routine and purifying the physiology will allow us to enjoy the rejuvenating qualities of spring without the sluggishness.

Kapha is balanced by early rising, regular exercise and a diet of predominantly bitter, astringent and pungent tastes. Getting up before the heaviness of Kapha time (6am -10am) helps to properly open the channels in the body and therefore improves circulation and vitality.

The longer you sleep in past 6am the more groggy and sluggish you feel in mind and body. Spring is a great time to start an exercise program as the weather starts to warm up. A brisk walk each morning helps to clear the mental cobwebs and energise the body for the day.

Kapha is balanced by food that is predominantly dry and light. It is best to reduce cheese, yogurt, butter

and cold milk at this time of the year.

Wholegrains such as barley, quinoa and amaranth are suitable for Kapha.

Vegetables with bitter, astringent tastes such as spinach, bok choy, salad greens and broccoli and heating spices such as ginger, fenugreek, cloves and black pepper are great for reducing excess Kapha.

Drinking warm, boiled water is helpful for eliminating the sticky, sluggish qualities of Kapha.

Maharishi Ayurvedic herbal preparations that assist with removing toxins from the body do more than just detox the colon and digestive tract. The herbal preparations are designed to purify the liver, the blood, the sweat glands, digestive system and organs of elimination. They are created in a way that they don’t create any imbalance in the body in the process of detoxification.

Having a physiological clean out will make you feel lighter both mentally and physically, and ready to appreciate the joys of spring.

Email wendy.rosenfeldt@tm.org.au or call 0438 507 188.

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back to nature

In the Wild

with Spencer Shaw

Local Native Plants for Your Garden

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on’t use local native plants in your garden because it’s the right thing to do, or because it’s good for the environment, or even because it’s good for your karma! Use local native plants in your garden because they are diverse, spectacular, beautiful, habitat friendly and they are true local Aussies!

We are fortunate enough to live in one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, we have over three-and-a-half-thousand local native plants in south east Queensland and an estimated 1500 plants native to the Sunshine Coast alone!

That’s a lot of diversity and a lot of choice, when it comes to local people choosing local plants for local gardens. (Did I use local perhaps one too many times ...?)

So, what is it that stops us all using local native plants in the garden? Besides ease of

availability (that’s where we can help), there is this gaping chasm in our knowledge.

A gap in knowledge between what’s in the backyard and what’s in the mysterious bushland beyond, but there are resources and information to remedy that lack of knowledge about our local native flora, we need to challenge ourselves to learn more about our native plants and luckily, it’s never been easier.

The World Wide Web as always is a great way of tapping into other people’s heads and the stuff they have learned. Great information is becoming available on local native plants in landscaping via google and facebook. These are all free sources of information, which is always a plus!

In addition, with smartphones you can even access these websites and a host of apps when you’re walking in the bush to assist with ID and information as you go. Plant ID apps

are also becoming available, they can scan leaves and tell you what you’re looking at, luckily for me they’re not that good locally ... yet.

But for many of us, nothing beats a good old-fashioned book, a hard copy for you to digest bite-sized bits of knowledge at your leisure and that’s where Forest Heart EcoNursery can also help with a great range of titles, focusing on native plants, animals, fungi and ecological restoration.

So connect with your local flora, go for a walk in your nearest bushland this weekend, with a great flora field guide (or smartphone). Look for plants that you like the look of, take a picture and come and see if we have them in stock or can source them, and don’t forget to have a leisurely browse around the nursery and check out what other amazing stock is at your fingertips.

Forest Heart Local Native Plant Nursery

Landscapes with Loors Landscaping

20 Coral St, Maleny Phone: 5435 2193

FRANZ LOORS

Before and After

BEFORE

AFTER

Contact Ph. 5445 7615 or M. 0412 680 801

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become a large, dense shrub to about 1.5 to 2 m. In the shade it will head for the light and be much taller.

Light levels really affect the form of many plants, including lantana. Who has not noticed the long “whippy” stems when lantana does venture further into the forest?

ost residents of the Range will be well aware that lantana and other weeds are most commonly seen in open spaces and along the edges of various forest types.

Last month Barung drew the attention of readers to useful trees with a low canopy, excluding or at least diminishing light levels and therefore assisting in weed control.

Midyim, Austromyrtus dulcis, is a much smaller edge shrub with a quite variable growth habit, but mostly low, dense and spreading. It has pretty white flowers followed by edible berries.

There are many useful edge species, including shrubs, often with attractive seasonal flowers. They also like the increased light level and of course can attract various birds, butterflies and bees.

Pick them before the birds beat you to it and, like Cinnamon Myrtle, it’s a good garden plant as well as a more general edge species. It occurs naturally in coastal sandy soils but is very adaptable as to soil type.

An arching shrub to 2 m tall (it can be pruned), sometimes seen as a lantana alternative, is Velvet Leaf, Callicarpa pedunculata.

Orange Thorn, Pittosporum multiflorum, is a widespread spiny shrub to 2m which will sucker. It’s hardy and useful but beware those thorns, recognising that that feature also makes it a safe habitat for small birds.

It is quite widespread and was in fact named by Robert Brown when he accompanied Matthew Flinders on his circumnavigation of the continent from 1801 to 1803. An interesting bit of history there.

Its major feature is the fruit held in spectacular bunches of bright purple or pinkish

Callicarpa fruit purple globular berries any time from March to June. Birds love the berries.

A shrub already familiar to most gardeners is Cinnamon Myrtle, Backhousia myrtifolia. On the edge of the forest this will

There are many other species, so don’t be afraid to experiment. Some you will want out in the revegetation, others will help to create your layered ‘Garden for Wildlife’. (not sure of the meaning here)

Barung Native Plant Nursery Phone 5494 3151 Porters Lane Nursery opening times: Wednesday - Friday - 9am -3pm, Saturday 9am - 12pm

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he Blackall Range Woodcrafter’s Guild (BRWG) will hold an open day at their workshop in the Montville Sports Ground on October 3 and 4.

There is a good reason for this return to an earlier Club tradition, the Open Day usually held at the Club’s premises at the Montville Sports Ground… they have too much wood. How can this have happened?

The Guild relies on the community for donations of trees which are unwanted and would normally be mulched, resulting in good timber being wasted. The generous support by the community, whenever a tree has to come down or is blown over by a storm over recent years, has created surplus stock of sawn wood, in excess of the needs of the Club members.

This beautiful extended living area features a raised garden bed with an ergonomically designed slatted seating area built into the planter box. Plantings of Japanese Maples, English box, Cassuarina cousin it, and Ficus pumila to adorn the walls.

Charcoal coloured pebbles surrounded by baby mondo amongst stone pavers create the checkerboard effect.

WOODIES OPEN DAY

Salvaging this resource is a win-win situation as it saves the landowner the cost of mulching and provides the Guild with a valuable resource for member’s woodcraft. This wood is converted into woodcraft of real value, and added value.

It also goes towards the BRWG’s work for the community such as the bench seats at the Maleny Hospital, St Mary’s Church in Montville, rehabilitation items for the hospitals and outdoor pantry for the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre.

The solution to the surplus is to offer timber stocks to the public, at very reasonable prices, via an open day at the Guild’s workshop. Species on offer include Southern Silky Oak, Liquid Amber, Camphor Laurel, Bunya pine, some Blue gum and Tallowwood.

With the Covid restrictions during the year, it has also meant the cancellation of the Woodies July Expo in Montville, along with their annual club competitions.

The Open Day will provide the opportunity to showcase, not only the workshops but the woodcraft the members are capable of.

The Open Day is intended to show the community the BRWG facilities with demonstrations in woodturning, pyrography, scroll-saw cutting, carving and our milling operation.

There will be woodcraft for sale, second-hand surplus tools and of course, milled timber. Tea and coffee with a sausage-sizzle and burger stand will be available as well.

Doors will open from 9am and close at 3pm on Saturday and Sunday. Everyone is welcome!

back to nature Night Parrot, image by Nicholas Leseberg

by PETER COCKRAM

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n July 2012 my wife Lisa and I had a day’s guided birding tour with John Young in Ingham. He earned us a new tick, an Eastern Grass owl in a wide strip of long grass beside a field of sugar cane.

Next, he showed us the nesting hollow of a Lesser Sooty Owl complete with a parent guarding it. John explained he had found the nest by camping out night after night, perched in the topmost branches of high rainforest trees, recording the compass line on which he heard the owls calling.

Then we toured the Tyto Wetlands in Ingham, which, according to John, he set up almost single-handedly.

When I told him Lisa had seen Flock Bronze-wing but I had not, he related that he’d seen thousands of Flock Bronze-wing, all nesting in the Queensland outback. John was a very dedicated, and very confident man.

• At dusk they usually gave a ‘ding – ding’ call that sounded like a Bell Miner

A headless Night Parrot was discovered below a fence line on Diamantina National Park, west of Longreach, in 2006. John was determined to find these birds.

• The team detected them drinking, the tagged bird visited a dam at 1am!

In May 2013 when he announced he had done just that, many scientists didn’t believe him because of an old scandal regarding his claimed discovery of a new species of Fig Parrot.

John produced some still photos and a short video he had obtained by recording the Night Parrot’s call and playing it back to encourage the bird to show itself. That convinced nearly everybody. There had been no proof of a live parrot from 1912 until then.

A Night Parrot Recovery Team, including Dr. Stephen Murphy, was set up. Bush Heritage Australia, with help, purchased 56,000 hectares of land and set up Pullen Pullen Reserve, which is west of Longreach.

John was employed by Australian Wildlife Conservancy and discovered another Night Parrot population at nearby Diamantina National Park. They were also discovered at the Mount Windsor Station which adjoins Pullen Pullen.

To obtain approval to expand their Cloudbreak iron ore mine in the Pilbara, W.A. in 2012, Fortescue Metal Group agreed to provide a minimum of $1million funding to study the Night Parrot. The expert they chose is Dr. Stephen Murphy.

In April 2015 and again in May 2016, Dr. Murphy attached a tiny transmitter to a parrot at Pullen Pullen; the battery lasted 20 days. What did they learn?

• The parrots roosted during the day in tunnel like holes in unburnt clumps of spinifex

• Full tanks cleaned, minimal water loss • Potable water treatment and correction, bacteria control, filtration, supply and service

• They flew up to 7km to feed, returning to roost just before dawn

The Recovery Team estimates that there are around 20-30 Night Parrots on Pullen Pullen and the +surrounding properties.

In April 2016, following rain in the area, a Night Parrot nest was found on Pullen Pullen, and in April 2017 a Night Parrot population was discovered in the dry inland ofWestern Australia in the Wiluna area.

Fledged juvenile Night Parrots were photographed at Pullen Pullen in October and December 2016, and April, July and December 2017. There was rain in the area in mid-2016 and again in early 2017, suggesting they can breed year round if conditions are suitable.

with Tony Wootton tree surgeon TONY WOOTTON Tree Surgeon is our local arborist and author, meeting the Hinterland's tree needs since 1996

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o much of our cutting work is a result of either the species of tree or the location being unsuitable to the tree that is planted there. It is really frustrating, heart-breaking even, to have to cut down a perfectly healthy 20-yearold tree simply because it is in the wrong spot.

20 years represents a sizable portion of a human life that you don’t get back, and that’s how long it takes for a tree to get really big in Maleny.

A property visit or tree assessment doesn’t cost much compared to the cost of pruning or removing a large tree, and you can receive advice about what to plant where, and on the future of any young trees that you have, so that an expensive scenario can be avoided, and valuable years not wasted.

In 2018 the Paruku Indigenous Rangers discovered a Night Parrot in the Great Sandy Desert, W.A. In September 2018, John Young resigned from his Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) position under accusations of falsifying reports regarding Night Parrots at Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary in South Australia, just north of Lake Eyre, and also Diamantina National Park.

AWC retracted all its publications based on John Young’s information.

The fight goes on to observe and save the Night Parrots.

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The lateral buttress roots of many trees can easily extend 8 metres or more from the trunk, so when the tree is 3 metres from a driveway or building, you are going to have problems. It seems obvious, and yet it is something we see time and again.

I love seeing trees that are planted where they have room to grow to their full potential, like the young forest between North Maleny Road and Obi Lane, a beautiful legacy for future generations of Malenyites.

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77 Maleny Kenilworth Road, Maleny

Panoramic Views Close to Town!

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Spacious, very well maintained brick home on one acre, with stunning views ●Huge open plan central kitchen with walk in pantry ● Two large separate living areas plus outdoor entertaining area ● 4 bedrooms with built ins with modern Plantation Shutters ● Separate internal laundry and powder room ● All windows and doors fitted with "Prowler Proof" / "Crimsafe" screens ● Inground 40,000 litre pool, completely refurbished ●10,000 gallon inground, concrete water tank with filters to all taps ● 3km from Maleny village, with free school bus stopping directly out the front ● 12 x solar panels, electric hot water system with gas back-up ● Double lock up garage with remote control door

● Insulated ceiling and ceiling fans throughout ● Woodfire heater and reverse cycle air conditioning in living area ● Lovely country gardens, with fruit trees and garden shed ● Chook pen / small animal enclosure all set up and ready for your menagerie ● Level 3957m2 allotment – All useable and fenced!

63 Bytheway Lane, Curramore

A scarce commodity indeed – 108 ACRES PRICE REDUCED - MUST BE SOLD!

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Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Car: 2 Land Size: 3957m2 Price: $949,000 Agency: RE/MAX Hinterland Contact: 0447 737 737 PH: 07 5408 4220

2/10 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

ther features of this property include: ● 108 acres of rural land - undulating grazing and forested areas ● Substantial and master-built homestead

by Ross Meneely over 2 levels! ● Separate cabin for guests or caretakers - private entry ● Large work/storage sheds, stables, and post and rail fenced paddocks for horses ● Open grazing paddocks of approximately 75 acres - suitable for up to 60 head of cattle ● Drought proof property with 8 dams, numerous springs and 2 permanent creeks

● Panoramic views from many vantage points across the property ● Native forests, rainforests, hardwood timbers and wildlife corridors

Bed: 4 Bath: 3 Car: 10 Land Size: 108ac Price: $1,890,000 Agency: RE/MAX Hinterland Contact: 0447 737 737 PH: 07 5408 4220

2/10 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

964 Landsborough Maleny Road, Balmoral Ridge QLD 4552

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he weather is warming up to beautiful spring days in the Hinterland. The market is still running hot with buyers still looking to make that tree and lifestyle change. Property views for Sunshine Coast on realestate.com.au are up 57% compared to this time last year. Sunshine Coast property prices have increased on average by 3.9% in the last year.

right next door to the IGA in the main street of Maleny or have a look through our current for sale homes on our website www.brantandbernhardt.com.au

If you are thinking of selling, we have qualified buyers actively searching for their new home.

Please check out our spring-cleaning checklist to get your home ready for sale, included in our advertisement in this month’s Hinterland Times.

There are plenty of tips there to ensure you achieve the very best price for your property.

Let Us Guide You Home! Call Susan on 0428 573 170 or Dee on 0423 259 931.

If you are looking to buy in our beautiful part of the world please feel free to call into our office

Dee and Susan both live in the local community and can provide a wealth of information about our beautiful Hinterland area.

Agency: Brant and Bernhardt Contact: Susan Brant 0428 573 190 / Dee Bernhardt 0423 259 931

2/20 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

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Corner 1/2 Acre: Views, Value, Potential!

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his lowset brick and tile classic, in mostly original condition on a fully useable 2344m2 corner block with dual street access is priced to sell. It offers an enticing opportunity for a renovator to property flip for a profit or update over time to live in and savour a wonderful hinterland lifestyle on the sought-after eastern side of Maleny.

Complete with three bedrooms, one bathroom, separate toilet, light-filled kitchen with adjoining meals area, formal lounge/dining, separate laundry, covered patio showcasing a glorious northerly outlook with filtered views to the coast, and double lock-up garage; it is a good size for a couple or small family... with potential to extend to create more space.

The gardens are established, with flat expansive grassy areas - there is plenty of room for a pool or a shed, and in this location, there is no fear of overcapitalising.

A pool and fabulous outdoor entertaining area on the northern side would be amazing!

Bed: 3 Bath: 1 Car: 2 Price: Offers over $570,000 Agency: Ray White Maleny Contact: Chris Smith 0408 005 991

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12 Brookhaven Court, Maleny

No compromise will be required when you buy this immaculate property!

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Simply immaculate are the first words that enter your mind when you inspect this beautiful property. Ideally located just a couple of minutes from town and offering a level block enjoying privacy and space to enjoy the great outdoors, this property will not disappoint! ● Level and beautifully landscaped 3,455m2 elevated allotment ● Impeccable 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home

● Double garage plus additional 6 x 6 shed and extra storage / stable ● Perfect north-eastern aspect with multiple outdoor entertaining areas ● Exceptional presentation – this is better than new!

Bed: 3 Bath: 2 Car: 4 Land Size: 3455m2 Price: Offers Over $895,000 Agency: RE/MAX Hinterland Contact: 0447 737 737 PH: 07 5408 4220

26 Macaranga Street, Maleny Qld 4552

More for your money in Macaranga!

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Spacious 4 bedroom plus study / 5 bedroom home ● Very generous dimensions and 9ft ceilings throughout ● 4 separate living areas – Room for any pursuit! ● Stone tops to open plan kitchen and bathrooms ● Split A/C plus ceiling fans and solar power ● Double lock up garage plus garden shed

2/10 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

Robyn Corbett 0417 898 821 robyn@ronjeffery.com 188 Main Street, Montville

75 CURRAMORE RD, WITTA

● 1535m2 corner allotment with plenty of privacy ● Private patio and level backyard – fully fenced ● Quiet area, room to grow and just a short walk to town

Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Car: 2 Land Size: 1523 m2 Price: Offers Over $759,000 Agency: RE/MAX Hinterland Contact: 0447 737 737 PH: 07 5408 4220

2/10 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

ONLINE AUCTION 17 SEPT, 3PM

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131 McCarthy Road, Maleny Experience the captivating appeal of “Chermside” on McCarthy Ideally located on McCarthy Road, the footpaths provide a relaxing and convenient walk or cycle to town, or the choice to head in the opposite direction and take a stroll to the enchanting Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve for that well deserved morning cup of coffee, taking in the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains vista on the way.

• Solid 3 bedroom + study / 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with Studio

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• Beautifully landscaped parkland grounds and gardens

Land Size: 4000m2

• Peaceful and private with a serene garden outlook

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• Inground pool and surrounds provide a tranquil backdrop • Large open kitchen with stone bench tops and garden views • 10,000 Gallon water tank + a great bore to outside taps • Carport and separate 6m x 9m garage and workshop • Fully paved walk to town location.

• Level to gently sloping one acre allotment - Fully fenced

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29 Harch Road, Witta Notable Maleny highlands farm - A rare opportunity not to miss!

Privately tucked away on a secluded ridge just 10 minutes from Maleny, this magnificent rural holding is a sight to be seen!

But more importantly, not to be missed! Acreage of this size, combined with a masterfully restored character home, is a rare offering in the Maleny market.

Glorious views, sublime privacy, peace and quiet, rolling green pastures and towering Moreton Bay Fig trees are just a few of the features this notable property offers.

Price: $2,175,000

• 137 acres of rural land – 65 acres grazing, balance forest

Land Size: 137 Ac.

• Ideal for horses or cattle – Opportunities for great riding trails!

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• Ample water via dams, 3 wells (not currently used), tank holdings • Large sheds, workshop, stable buildings – Riding Arena!

• Spacious and restored homestead + 3 bed Caretaker’s Cottage • Perfectly located! Far enough away, but close to Maleny (10 mins), the Sunshine Coast (40 mins), and Brisbane (75 mins).

remaxhinterland.com.au

ADDRESS 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny, QLD 4552

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE

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5 Brookhaven Court, Maleny This gorgeous property is an absolute standout!

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If you’re searching for a luxuriously comfortable modern home on a quiet no through road in Maleny, then look no further! The benchmark is set high from the minute you walk through the welcoming wide entrance hall into an outstandingly well built modern Queenslander home, filled with alluring character.

• Substantial and master built modern Queenslander - Room for everyone!

The clever floor-plan caters for great separation between the master suite and guest bedrooms, with stunning living and entertaining areas as the central point to gather with friends and family.

• Two ensuited master suites - guests will not want to leave!

• 3/4 acre gently sloping allotment - Glorious rural views

Land Size: 3310m2 RE/MAX Hinterland M 0447 737 737

• High ceilings, timber floors, spacious rooms, entertaining is a breeze in this home!

• Vast outdoor entertaining areas with an additional outdoor fire and bbq deck.

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18 Mahogany Place, Maleny The Ultimate Country Retreat - Nothing to do but enjoy!

Situated majestically on an elevated 3/4 acre allotment, the appeal of this home will not be lost on buyers who value character and quality in a convenient location just a short drive from town. With the raked ceiling in the main living area bridging across an ideally located feature wall incorporating the fireplace and TV providing an open separation of spaces, this property will take your breath away!

• Spacious light filled home on a 3007m2 allotment • Immaculate finish and thoughtful design throughout • Stunning open galley kitchen with large adjacent walk-in pantry

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• 9ft ceilings, fireplace and split system A/C

Price: Price By Negotiation

• Double garage with ample additional storage space

Land Size: 3007m2

• Glorious rural country views across rolling hills

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• Rural block sizes surround with plenty of outdoor space

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• Substantial space on lower level to build in if desired • Landscaped and fenced pet friendly yard • Separate 6x3 shed and easy side access • Quiet area and walk to town location • Absolutely nothing to do but enjoy the peaceful pace of life here.

remaxhinterland.com.au

ADDRESS 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny, QLD 4552

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE

07 5408 4220

EMAIL

sales@remaxhinterland.com.au

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25 Gardners Lane, North Maleny Secluded Hinterland Contemporary Masterpiece Superbly located in a private and quiet North Maleny enclave, this magnificent home has many rare attributes that are hard to find in most properties - location, design, views and absolute privacy!

• Elevated 5690m2 allotment - Rural Residential Zone - Over 1.25 acres!

• Situated down a private driveway and off the street • Built in 2011 by award winning Nathan Quail Constructions • Integrated Air Con to the living, dining rooms and master suite

• Cosy timber burning fireplace to the formal lounge with peaceful gardens views • Terraced grounds with mature gardens and open, easy care lawns • Solar power via a 3kw system and solar hot water - ample rainwater tanks!

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• Large epoxy lined garage (6.2m x 6.5m) with additional 7m x 6m work shed • Sealed driveway with guest parking and vehicle access to the property.

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206 Tesch Road, Witta Living on the EDGE of the world!

“The Edge” is such a truly unique property, perfectly positioned on the ridge on a half-acre allotment surrounded by large farmland! With breathtaking panoramic views in every direction, you MUST experience this property for yourself!

Enjoy life in a commanding position, with an ever-changing rural vista in every direction. This is as good as life gets on a large Sunshine Coast Hinterland farm, without the maintenance!!!

• Beautifully presented reproduction character QLDER

• 360 degree views - Stunning panorama from wrap around decks

Land Size: 1983m2

• Spacious open plan living with a light-filled ambience

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• High ceilings and polished timber floors throughout • Large gourmet kitchen with an authentic French provincial style • Workshop plus 6 car accommodation on lower level • Peaceful and quiet no through road location

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ADDRESS 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny, QLD 4552

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE

07 5408 4220

EMAIL

sales@remaxhinterland.com.au

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Price: Interest in the high $800’s

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139 McCarthy Road, Maleny Truly unique hinterland home just minutes from town!

Situated on over 8989m2 of very private rural land, this elevated block offers the very best of Hinterland living - Open lawns, native landscapes, extensive orchard and vegetable gardens.

• 8989m2 allotment - over 2 acres - Just off sought after McCarthy Road!

• Spacious home with ample living areas and heaps of character!

• Studio/study/workshop/gym under the home - private and quiet!

• Solar panels, solar hot water and ample water via 2 huge concrete tanks!

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• Small in-ground salt water pool ideal for the summer months

• 4 large built in bedrooms - master with walk in robe and deck

• Huge double lock up garage with internal access for those rainy days!

• Large verandahs/decks with glorious views

• Established grounds with old world trees and privacy!

FOR SALE

Kirrama Park Stage 2 now selling! Large Freehold Rural Lots - North Maleny!

Kirrama Park Maleny is a unique place to live. A private, securely gated community for those who have a high standard of lifestyle in mind. Set amongst 28 acres, with over 10 acres of private parkland and common property for you to enjoy; along with the native wallabies and waterbirds. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure vacant acreage land in the highly soughtafter North Maleny region.

The 1.25-acre (5,000m2) freehold lots offer gorgeous views over the established landscaped park allowing residents the perfect

Price: From $450,000

balance between space and easy-care living. There’s enough room to spread out and relax without having to spend an entire weekend mowing the grass. And there is the added advantage to lock up and leave, with peace of mind knowing that your home is in good hands.

Land Size: 5000m2 RE/MAX Hinterland M 0447 737 737

You can create the idyllic country estate you have always wanted with sweeping verandahs where you can relax and take in a stunning sunset or host friends around the barbeque. There’s room for an outdoor oasis and pool or a country garden bursting with your favourite flowers and even a productive veggie garden.

remaxhinterland.com.au

ADDRESS 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny, QLD 4552

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE

07 5408 4220

EMAIL

sales@remaxhinterland.com.au

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152 Tuetoberg Avenue, Witta

UNDER CONTRACT

13 Treehaven Way, Maleny

SOLD

440 Maleny Kenilworth Road, Witta

SOLD

6 Mary Cairncross Avenue, Maleny

UNDER CONTRACT

608 Mountain View Road, Maleny

UNDER CONTRACT

13 Tulip Street, Maleny

SOLD

279 Corks Pocket Road, Reesville

SOLD

43 Skerman Lane, Boroobin

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ADDRESS 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny, QLD 4552

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE

07 5408 4220

EMAIL

sales@remaxhinterland.com.au

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THE R EAL E S TA TE MA RKET IS BL OO M ING From windows to inside cupboards, a top to bottom clean is a great way to prepare your home for sale.

prouting up everywhere, are ready to go Buyers!

Give gardens a once over including weeding, removing dead plants, planting new plants, and adding mulch to ensure your home looks as good on the outside as it does on the inside.

Ensure your property & with our Spring Clean Checklist!

Sparkels Shines

Look after those long-term maintenance issues – fix any peeling paint, get carpets cleaned professionally, replace cracked tiles, clean grout and replace any roof tiles that are cracked or missing, check gutters and downpipes.

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Offers Above 158 Schultz Road Witta Perfectly Placed for a Quiet Country Life! $679,000 4 2 3 4000 M2

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6 Abraxas Lane Conondale Whisper of The Wind in The Trees!

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Get a pest spray done. All the decluttering and cleaning will disturb pests such as cockroaches that may have been in hiding.

Open the windows to get the fresh air flowing through the house. Keep an eye out for any mould or mildew that may have built up on windows, window frames, ceiling fans or lights and give it a good clean.

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Travels with… Rensina van den Heuvel holding a rifle at me. I don’t feel frightened at all and fall back into a deep sleep for the next couple of hours.

The next few days, driving that stretch of desert to Atar is very challenging and difficult. The desert varies so much from colourless and monotonous, to unbelievably gorgeous, though it’s always stark.

Early morning and late afternoon are amazing as the light is softer and there is depth to the desert colours.

But the wind comes up and stays up and it continues to become stronger and stronger and then it’s all sand, dust, low visibility and grit in our teeth.

One day we come upon an Audi sedan; bogged down to the axles in the soft sand. Two men run to us waving their arms; speaking in rapid French. Holding his hands up, Allen indicates that he has no tow rope. One of the young men unwraps his turban and hands it over. As if we can tow it out with that?

We find enough rope and tow them to solid ground after which we keep going; knowing that we would be towing them out again and again..... and again. All the way to Atar!

The tiny town of Mauritania in the Sahara

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fter going through the Mauritanian border we are well and truly in the desert. We drive about 16 kilometres through very tricky, soft sandy patches; losing and finding the track many times.

We travel alongside the railway line towards the tiny town of Atar. It is dark when we stop to cook some food, but we decide to keep on going when we hear voices in the distance.

commotion is about. He lowers the window and calls “Hello”.

“Hello” a man’s voice with a heavy accent calls back. “Any problem?

We are Mauritarnee security...army…. any problem?”

Towing the Audi A Berber artisan woman in Atar Mauritania

“No problem” says Allen.

About 9.30pm we have found somewhere to be that feels safe to camp for the night. We don’t think we are visible from the main track. After a cuppa we both fall into an exhausted sleep.

More shouting as the men climb back in the dark coloured 4X4 ute; it speeds off and within minutes it is dead quiet again. Allen relays what he saw when he looked outside.

I wake suddenly to the sounds of lots of bashing on the sides, back and front of the truck. People are yelling to each other and it is not English. They jump on the back steps and try to get the door open. The truck bounces as someone has climbed onto the front of the truck too. Probably trying to get onto the roof. It’s still pitch black outside.

About eight or nine soldiers all with AK 47 automatic rifles…all with army greens and dark green or black balaclavas and turbans... full head cover, He said, “They were all racing around the truck, bounding and leaping about like they had come upon a dangerous UFO. All armed and ready.”

I peek out of the blackout curtains and see many men running around. Now there are lights outside the window and Allen’s up to try to find out what all the

Well, all I can say is I am thankful that the back door was locked and that we are travelling and living in this strong Russian truck; and they weren’t able to barge in

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Agents of Discovery is back these school holidays for your kids to enjoy. Head to your app store to download the free game and try all the new missions at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve or Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden. Get ready to chase the kids as they rush to follow the trail and solve the clues. Check out the What’s on Guide on Council’s website to begin.

Nambour Heritage Soundtrail competition Join the greatest global celebration of sound walks - Sound Walk September. Experience the Nambour Heritage Soundtrail and you could WIN one of two $100 vouchers to The Events Centre Caloundra.

Sound Walk September is a GPS-activated audio story trail that features 18 stories of Nambour told by locals and narrated by Powderfinger’s John Coghill.

Download the Soundtrails app and enjoy the walking tour of Nambour, or access it from your computer.

Visit heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au for details.

CUSTOMER CONTACT

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Community grants

Does your community organisation need funding to help make something great happen? Make it a reality with support from Council’s Community Grants Program. Minor Grants of up to $2000 are available for community groups to deliver projects, events and activities. Start preparing your application today. Submissions are open from 21 September to 2 November. Visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au to apply online.

One for the calendar

LUMINATE is an exciting new three day walk through ‘mini’ festival, planned for the October long-weekend. There'll be music happening in our local venues and some ‘illuminating’ (COVID safe) activities in the beautiful Bulcock Beach location.

For now think colour, light installations and projections, markets, music and more. Stay tuned, extra details coming soon.

Explore like never before

Discover the Sunshine Coast’s incredible cultural heritage by checking out the new Discovery Guide.

Explore Traditional Custodian First Nations sites, museums and heritage precincts, and gain an insight into one of Australia’s most beautiful places to visit and live. You can collect a Museum VIP card when you visit participating Sunshine Coast museums and receive a 10 per cent discount. For maps and information see the new Discovery Guide by visiting heritage.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or download Council’s app.

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eaders of the Melbourne Age and the Sydney Morning Herald and viewers of the Nine network will have been alerted to the selfdestruction of the Victorian branch of the Liberal Party – the jewel in the crown, as the founder, Robert Menzies, once called it.

And both parties know that there is plenty more to be uncovered by a diligent media campaign and would prefer that it wasn’t. MAD – Mutually Assured Destruction – is a strategy best confined to the Cold War.

The conniptions and shenanigans are many and complex, but as usual they boil down to an unseemly bloodbath about who is running the rattletrap conveyance which is – or at least was – supposed to deliver them back to government.

However, there is a key difference: Sukkar is not just another apparatchik, he is Morrison’s own hand-picked assistant treasurer, seen as a coming man.

The Lady Macbeth figure in the darkened room at the centre is one of the party’s state vice-presidents, Karina Okotel, who has not yet managed to rinse the stains of her unsuccessful campaign against same-sex marriage from her incarnadined hands.

And the knife she supplied was largely wielded by Marcus Bastiaan, who was forced to resign from the party after revelations that he was already a seasoned branch stacker to recruit the religious with a promise of more to come.

He boasted that once he had achieved his goal to slip himself into the state upper house, he could use the time and money to continue his machinations full time.

He was clearly ready to burst into a chorus of “The working class can kiss my arse, I’ve got a bludger’s job at last.”

However, Bastiaan’s real crime was not his cynical misuse of parliament and taxpayers money, but the fact that he inveigled his troops to infiltrate the lairs of two fellow fundamentalist parliamentary warlords, Kevin Andrews and Michael Sukkar, using their entitlements to indulge in what were obviously party political games.

He intends to be around for a long time as he shimmies up the greasy totem pole, and his parliamentary leader cannot pretend that it is purely a matter for the backroom boys.

Sukkar’s is a scalp worth taking, and he will wear a target on his back from now on.

But there is another reason Albanese wants to leave Sukkar to simmer in his own soup for the moment. He is certain that he has Scott Morrison in deep trouble over aged care, and wants no distraction as he prods, pokes and teases out the issue while the Prime Minister exhausts his marketeering expertise in a futile attempt to defend the indefensible, to deny reality.

Continuing to maintain that he has the confidence of his minister, Richard Colbeck, after stripping him of the only part of his responsibility that actually matters, is surely absurd. But ScoMo will not resile from his policy of never giving a nanometer to the opposition – any opposition.

So day after day we had implausible denial. Funds to aged care were not cut. There was a plan – an ongoing plan, everything is under control.

These days Andrews hardly matters; he has been playing to the religious right – or people of faith, as they prefer to describe themselves – for many years, and now he is so far past his use-by date that his career can only be recorded in hieroglyphics.

Adequate supplies of protective equipment are getting to the homes for both residents and carers. And in any case, 97 percent of homes are okay. We are doing better than almost anyone else in the world.

But Sukkar, a hugely ambitious junior minister, is a serious reactionary who sees his destiny as part of the back-to-the-future leadership when his time comes.

Aged care is in the very best of hands – Colbeck’s, or if that doesn’t quite wash, then his own. After all, he was the one who set up the current royal commission. So, nothing to see here -- move on.

So one might have thought that he was an obvious target for Labor, and particularly for Albert Albanese, whose own leadership is seen by many as a bit timorous when it comes to the rough and tumble of parliament.

Some of this is patently false, although some may be construed by charitable commentators as at least partly true. But this is not the point: it is simply irrelevant because the daily evidence is that the system has clearly failed.

But when the depleted parliament came back last week, Albanese was content to pass the clobbering to one of his own ambitious front benchers, Stephen Jones, who was only too keen to follow the great showman P T Barnum, who devised (almost) the slogan: “Never give a Sukkar an even break.”

And we are not talking about individual disasters, spectacular and appalling as many of them are. We are talking about thousands of infections, hundreds of deaths, despite numerous warnings.

And clearly his leader’s silence was deliberate, because, let’s face it, neither side of politics can claim the high ground, or indeed any firm ground at all, when it comes to the ethics of tactics devised by the organisational wings.

Sukkar shrugged off the attack, and his colleagues were keen to return to Labor’s far from spotless reputation. The Victorian party is still recovering from its own embarrassment over the branch stacking implosion run by Adem Somyurek, also no longer on the roll.

This is a breakdown from top to bottom, and the root cause is under-funding and short staffing, which cannot, despite Morrison’s determined blame shifting, be shoved aside. It is an undeniable federal responsibility, and he has to wear it.

And the more he ducks and weaves, obfuscates and blusters, the more threadbare his defences are revealed. Albanese may not yet be on a winner, but Morrison’s embarrassment is far more satisfying than sniping at Michael Sukkar, however tempting that worthy aim must appear. Sukkar can keep, as long as Morrison suffers.

The views expressed in Mungo's column are his and not necessarily the views of the HT team.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program Spring 2020 Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with

Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Cambroon, Conondale, Coochin Creek, Crohamhurst, Curramore, Elaman Creek, Gheerulla, Glass House Mountains, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Landsborough, Obi Obi, Peachester, Reesville, Witta and Wootha

Did you know it only costs $20 to dispose of your old mattress at one of Council’s waste facilities? Spring, foam and ensemble mattresses can all be recycled effectively. The timber is processed into woodchips for particleboard, animal bedding and mulch. The springs are melted down and used in buildings, vehicles and appliances, and the foam is recycled into carpet underlay. If you have an old mattress, don’t dump it – RECYCLE it!

Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a

to control declared pests on their land and

For more information please contact:

07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

participation in this program is an effective

Sunshine Coast Council

way to help meet this responsibility. The Wild

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Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout

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community-based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna.

Landholders have a legislative responsibility

areas from 31 Aug-25 Sept 2020.

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what's on

Please email your community events with subject heading What’s On to: editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au

SEPTEMBER 1

The Lighthouse Regenerative Organic Farm - Planning and Planting - learn how

to set up a Syntropic system in your own backyard with organic farmer, Jim Hodgetts, 10am-2pm, bookings essential, details on Facebook ‘Syntropic Garden Course’

Mural Month in Nambour, for donations/ artist sponsorship: Street Art Nambour, BSB 633-000, A/C: 1661 94761

Kenilworth ArtsFest cancelled for 2020

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Club Acoustic, Maleny RSL, doors open 6pm,

numbers limited due to Covid restrictions

Hayden Hack, Finbars,121 Bicentenary Lane,

Maleny, 6.30pm, ph: 5494 3146

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Father’s Day

Bee Husbandry EOI Workshop, Eudlo Mill Community Farm, 1 Rosebed Street, Eudlo, RSVP and registration essential, queries: 0455304313 or email farm@eudlohall.org.au

February: Montville: Flame Hill Grape Stomp

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R U OK? Day, visit ruok.org.au

April: ANZAC Day Services, Sunshine Coast Ukulele Festival

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Beerwah Writers Group, 10am – 12 noon,

May: Maleny Wood Expo; Cross Country: Maleny Community Precinct; Maleny Hospital Auxiliary Fashion and Flowers; Maleny Agricultaral Show; The Planting Festival, Woodford

11-20 Tamborine Scarecrow Festival,

annual event, details: tamborinemountainscarecrowfestival.com.au

January: Australia Day celebrations; Maleny Film Festival; Yandina Ginger Flower and Food Festival

June: Gardening on the Edge; Kenilworth Quilt & Craft Show; Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show; Kenilworth Food Fest July: Muscle on the Mountain Day; QLD MX Nationals Motorcross: Conondale; Queensland Garden Expo; Maleny Wedding Festival and the Mary Valley Art Festival; Celebration of Books Maleny August: Maleny Music Festival; Village Wedding Expo Montville September: Mitchell Creek Rock n Blues Fest; Kenilworth ArtFest; Kenilworth Show and Rodeo; Lions Welcome Dinner: Maleny October: Runfest; Heart of Gold Film Fest: Gympie; Blackall 100, Mapleton November: Mary River Festival December: Woodford Folk Festival

– MAPLETON IGA

Nambour Heritage Soundtrail, with

Soundtrails founder, and international

award-winning sound producer,

Hamish Sewell, meet at Nambour Library

10am with smartphone, headphones,

water and app downloaded: Soundtrails/Nambour

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Hinterland Events

STAND BY ME

Beerwah Pub, Sportsman’s Bar, enquiries: Patty Beecham 0417 887316

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The Gruffalo Trail, 11am at The Ginger Factory, 50 Pioneer Rd, Yandina, 9am-5pm, free, ongoing until September 20201, for more details phone: 1800 067 686

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‘Radio Times’, Maleny Players, on 19, 20,

26 and 27, 1.30pm and 4.30pm, tickets online only at: malenyplayers.org/Trybooking

Dave Barrie, Terella Brewing, 196 Bunya Rd,

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North Arm, 1-4pm, free entry

HT ad bookings/copy and editorial due for October issue

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Nat and Jake, Finbars, 121 Bicentenary Lane,

Maleny, from 7pm, contact: 5494 3146

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Ingrid James Quartet, Glass House Brewery,

Each month we are saying thank you a business who has one of our stands outside their doors, or stocks our papers inside, so that we are able to bring the HT to even more readers across the hinterland.

This month our photo is of Esther Johnson, Deli Manager of the Mapleton IGA. Not only is the IGA full of essentials and fresh produce, with a great deli counter, they also stock plenty of locally made products, hot food, pastries and coffee/tea for eat-in or takeaway.

The busy community noticeboard keeps everyone in the loop on events and services in the area, and the IGA team is made up of friendly, helpful locals. So, for everything from pasta to petrol, head to the Mapleton IGA, 28-32 Flaxton Drive, Mapleton.

Phone: 5445 7711. Open 6am – 7pm every day.

Crossword Solutions

Forest Glen, 6pm, bookings: stickytickets.com.au/TheJazzSessions

OCTOBER

Advertise your workshop $44 for one month For more information: advertising@hinterlandtimes.com.au

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Club Acoustic, Maleny RSL, doors open 6pm,

numbers limited due to Covid restrictions

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Maleny Spring Fair, Maleny Showgrounds from 8.30am, visit: malenygardenclub.org

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AGM for Montville Village Association Inc,

Montville Village Hall, 5.30pm, for nomination forms email: secretary.mva@gmail.com

ACROSS: 1 Trooper, 5 Surgeon, 9 Pitta, 10 Panellist, 11 Clockwise, 12 Theme, 13 Leakage, 15 Envious, 17 Cohabit, 19 Obscene, 21 Purse, 23 Sweet shop, 25 Amphibian, 26 Reaps, 27 Nunnery, 28 Crowded.

DOWN: 1 Typical, 2 Osteopath, 3 Plank, 4 Reptile, 5 Sincere, 6 Relatives, 7 Elite, 8 Natters, 14 Ambleside, 16 Overheard, 17 Captain, 18 Testify, 19 Oceanic, 20 Exposed, 22 Ripen, 24 Torso.

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September SPECIALS

Start 08/09/20 - Finish 01/10/20

EVENTS FOR SEPTEMBER Tues 1st

Sat 5th

Lulu's Amateur Blackboard Night

Hayden Hack

2 For $25

2 For $30

2 For $38

$14.99

$19.99

$17.99

$19.99

$20.99

EL NINO TEMPRANILLO + RANGE

MR SMITH SHIRAZ + CHARDONNAY

HEDONIST SHIRAZ + RANGE

LA VEILLE FERME ROSE + RANGE

DANDELION MENAGERIE GSM+ RANGE

ZONTES FOOTSTEPS MALBEC + RANGE

DOWIE DOOLE ESTATE CABERNET + RANGE

BIRD IN HAND SPARKLING + RANGE

6:30pm

6:30pm

$24.99

$19.99

2 For $40

Sat 12th

Damien Barnes

7:00pm 4pk

6pk

BLACK HOPS HORNET & GOAT 4PK

COOPERS VINTAGE 6PK

Tues 15th Sat 19th

Lulu's Blackboard Night

6:30pm

The Replicas

6:30pm

BRIDGE ROAD BLING

$38.99

$42.99

$54.99

$54.99

$54.99

BAILEYS IRISH CREAM 1LT

STOLEN GOLD + RANGE

CAPTAIN MORGAN SPICED 1LT

BUNDABERG RUM U/P 1LT

BUNDABERG RUM RED 37% 1LT

Join our online events on Purple Palate Facebook Sat 26th

Nat & Jake

7:00pm

Wednesday - Monday 4.30 - 7.30pm

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