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from the editor – September 2019 Published first Wednesday of the month

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Spring, already?! it’s been a busy month in my household, with sports events, book week, themed school discos, bush walks, auditions, barbecues and even a broken nose (not mine) – alongside interviews and writing. the time has flown and we are already in spring, with the light lingering for longer, which i love. september looks like another busy month across the hinterland, with the with the Palmwoods spring Harvest (see page 46 for events), the Maleny Youth Festival, sculpture on the edge, Kenilworth Arts Fest and Kenilworth show and Rodeo, all gracing these pages.

You will also notice the ‘Back to Nature’ section is more defined – and we invite wildlife and environmental groups to send us their articles, as many of us are keen to learn more about nurturing the land and animals across the Range.

We have regular monthly pieces from Barung Landcare, spencer shaw (In the Wild) and tony Wooton (About That Tree), and it’s also a perfect spot for garden groups to share their events and news. on a personal note, i had an illuminating morning with a group of students recently who opened up about their educational experiences, and why they have found ‘home’ at the Maleny Flexi school. one size certainly doesn’t fit all; so it is good to know

there is a practical, yet compassionate, space where young people can refocus and realign. i was so impressed with everyone involved, from the students to the teachers to the outside organisations who are keen to make a positive difference. (Full story pages 6 - 7.) staying with young people for the moment, as you know, last month was the results of the Ht Young Writer of the Year Award, and our winner Aliea Cattley’s story, Jharna, was published. Now is the turn for the runners up! this month we print The Frost, by Caitie davis and in Poets’ Corner, Life as a Tree, by Lucy Macdonald - both are vivid and moving pieces of work. We also have one more runner up story in october, and five highly commended entries to publish over the coming months - all deserve recognition for their exceptional writing. i hope you enjoy september’s Ht - i certainly enjoyed putting it together with my talented team and hearing the ideas, projects and passions of people across our wide and wonderful community. thanks, as ever, for your input and support.

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AGiC At eVeRY tuRN! one of the most beautiful experiences in the sunshine Coast Hinterland is a visit to the region’s biggest outdoor sculpture exhibition, sculpture on the edge. sitting on the deck of spicers tamarind Resort or strolling through the grounds fringed with rainforest and dotted with amazing sculptures is a must-see experience for locals and visitors of all ages.

Attracting entries from all over Queensland, sculpture on the edge offers $10,000 in prize money and attracts work of a very high standard. the competition was founded by Arts Connect inc., a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers from the arts community to encourage excellence within local arts practices through shared activities, workshops, collaboration and mentoring. initially a collaboration with the Maleny Garden Club’s open Gardens Festival in 2010, it was such a success that it led to a stand-alone event generously sponsored by the spicers Group, plus the sunshine Coast Council, iGA and many others.

Last year’s winner, Laura Vecmane, draped a tall tree in eco friendly materials linked in a long ‘necklace’ called Adornment for Trees. second place was the quirky Personal Best gymnast by retired engineer Phil Willy and the People’s Choice Award went to the group of three magnificent magpies called Tribe by sophy Blake. the Hinterland Artist Award was won by co-artists tracey Lewis and Leisa Gunton. this was tracey’s first experience entering a major award with a theme and a deadline and she gained so much confidence she’s planning to enter again.

“Leisa and i as local artists were further encouraged to keep on with our artistic endeavours, to draw awareness to the history, beauty and vulnerability of our local natural environment, and when we were awarded the Hinterland Artist prize this was a surprise to us both!”

Local photographer and President of ACi Richard Muldoon said "the 2019 sculpture on the edge will be the best year yet, with a very high standard of entries from artists across Queensland.” this year's prize will feature over 35 works set amongst the beautiful natural backdrop of the spicers tamarind Retreat in Maleny. opening saturday september 21, the exhibition runs for three weeks until october 13, and all

Above: Winner of Sculpture on the Edge 2018, Laura Vecmane, with her Adornment for Trees photo Candice Herne

Below: ‘Personal Best’ gymnast by Phil Willy

'Tribe' by Sophy Blake

are invited to attend the awards evening on Wednesday september 25.

“Join us for art, live music, and awards as we announce the winners of the 2019 sculpture on the edge Awards,” said Richard.

“Held at the always delicious spicers tamarind Retreat, we will be enjoying a twilight viewing of the sculptural works on display from 4.30pm, then rolling into drinks and canapes at 5.30pm with the awards to follow.

“Let’s celebrate the arts in our region, whilst we present the winners of the 2019 sculpture on the edge!”

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100 Years

The charming hinterland town of Kenilworth may have a small population, but it’s big on character and tradition. On September 21, it will be 100 years since their first show – and they intend to celebrate with panache.

by Judy Fredriksen

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eFoRe tHe FiRst store opened in 1924, before the Post office came to town in 1926, a rich tapestry of community spirit was formed in Kenilworth and still lives on today. “in 1918 the community put on event they called ‘the show’,” says Lenore Meldrum, publicity officer for the Kenilworth show and Rodeo and club historian for the Kenilworth Historical Museum. “it was to raise money for the soldier’s Comfort Fund and at that day’s show, they raised 75 pounds.” the success of that event harnessed the enthusiasm of the locals and on Friday July 18, 1919, a notice appeared in the Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser: ‘the First show of the Kenilworth P.A.H & i. society will be held on 25th November 1919’. “the Kenilworth Pastoral Agricultural Horticultural and industrial society was formed in september 1918 and they decided it would be a ‘dry show’, no alcohol,” says Lenore. this was to be a decision that later led to an amusing incident involving an ammunition bag.

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despite being hindered by drought that year, the locals rallied, producing a wide variety of exhibits which included dogs, poultry, ring events, pumpkins, vegetables, potatoes, maize, butter, eggs, honey, flowers, fruit, paw paws and bananas.

But the biggest event turned out to be the cooking.

According to a newspaper report, ‘the household section, i.e. cooking, preserves etc., outshone the whole show’. “they had a competition for a collection of jams – the winning entry had 53 varieties of jams,” says Lenore.

Who says MasterChef is a modern concept! the first show was deemed such a success that the following year, a group of travellers, including a journalist, came out from Nambour. “they made a special convoy out from Nambour, it was a very quick trip; it only took them three hours,” says Lenore.

“Because Kenilworth show was a ‘dry show’, these travellers filled their ammunition bag before they left Nambour. they don’t state what was in the ammunition bag, but you can guess because it was put at the feet of the only prohibitionist in the car.”

Fortunately, times have changed and thirsty patrons at the 2019 show are assured they will be able to enjoy a cold beer. the show’s popularity continued with visitors trekking out from Nambour each year, down the hazardous obi in vehicles ill-equipped to handle the steep, winding slope and gushing streams, then going home to tell tales of miraculous survival. in a tribute to these adventurous day-trippers, there will be a re-enactment of the convoy that attended the show in 1920. A collection of stylish vintage cars will transport the group, complete with a journalist, newspaper editor and the suspicious ammunition bag, from Nambour to the 2019 Kenilworth Rodeo and show.

the show was such an important occasion for the Kenilworth district in 1920 that it was gazetted a public holiday for the shire of Noosa with an appropriate announcement being published in the Brisbane Courier. Around 300 patrons attended the 1920 show.

Lenore continues: “the first rodeo was held in 1941 and it was to raise money for the Patriotic Fund. the Patriotic Fund in Kenilworth funded the making and packaging of over 300 fruit cakes to the troops in the field during WWii.” this task was coordinated by the Kenilworth Country Women's Association. “they held another rodeo in 1943 and it wasn’t until 1948 that the first bushman’s carnival was held. From 1948, there has been a show every year.”

As the name suggests, the bushman’s carnival was a test of strength and skill for the young men of the district with events like show jumping, camp drafting and woodchopping being crowd pleasers.

Another local who, in the past, has been regularly involved with organising the show and rodeo is Colin Cunningham. Colin recalls one year, there was only one entry for the rodeo. But in true country spirit, the stoic committee adopted the attitude ‘the show must go on’. “there was only one rough rider,” says Colin.

“He must have bucked out about ten times. each time, they just put a different hat on him and sent him out into the ring again.” if the crowd was wise to the ruse, they obviously didn’t care, apparently. the 2019 Kenilworth show and Rodeo will have all the fun, excitement and genuine country hospitality of previous years and more. take a trip down memory lane as you admire the vintage car collection - but watch out for anyone carrying an ammunition bag! expect to see loads of colourful flowers, arts, crafts and traditional baking in the pavilion.

Kids of all ages will love the piglet racing and side shows. those who love the thrills and spills of the rodeo will not be disappointed, while equestrian lovers will be treated to the usual show jumping and ring events. other all-time favourites are the woodchopping and animal nursery and it wouldn’t be a birthday celebration without a band, laser show and fireworks in the evening. the Kenilworth show and Rodeo will be held at the Kenilworth showgrounds on saturday, september 21, 2019, 8am-10pm. Admission: adults $15; children 5–15 years $5.

Let’s all go party!

Above: Woodchopping at the first bushman’s carnival 1948 Photograph by Herbert King

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A magical atmosphere at last year's Maleny Youth Festival

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theme is ‘day of the dead’, which gives them the opportunity to come together and celebrate ‘all that has gone before, all that is and all that will be’. “this theme has divided opinion, and we’ve learned from that,” said Jo Rickards, the Maleny Flexi school Coordinator, who has a background as a youth worker, social worker and teacher.

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Left to right: Tom Murphy, Sunshine Coast Council Youth Development worker, Sue Krucker, Youth Support Coordinator, Lyndal Regent, Youth Worker, Jo Rickards, Maleny Flexi School Coordinator and Sam Ashton-Martin, Case Worker for COSY Program, all support the students in valuable ways

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All were present to listen to the students’ ideas on how to improve the school and offer programs and solutions to help and guide them. it was an example of active listening, humour, openness and kindness, with some exciting initiatives potentially on the horizon.

But what impressed me most of all was the students. sat around a large room, some writing, some drawing, others using laptops and mobiles to work, i was given the

opportunity to find out why they chose this school and how they felt – the answers were resoundingly positive. one student, Nick, showed me a jar full of colour-coded slips of paper. each day someone would pull out a piece of paper and ask the question inside, to which the group would respond. i was invited to pull a paper from the jar…

Favourite memory at the Flexi School? came out, and immediately a male voice piped up. “the day i joined.” to which many voices murmured agreement, with nods and smiles.

“Most days are good,” said Javen. “i wake up and actually look forward to going to school.”

Felix added, “discovering my potential, that’s what i’ve been doing here.” “it’s a great working environment,” said Marli. “Kids can fall through the cracks in some schools and feel the pressure, but here it’s a better working environment.”

Nick agreed, “it’s home. My first day here, because i’m really shy, everyone was calm, welcoming, awesome. People here care about me. it’s a perfect mindset.”

Hearing such encouraging responses is testament to the wisdom and warmth of the team involved, headed up by Jo Rickards. “they tell me this is a space where they can accept each other’s differences but still work together. We have created a therapeutic learning environment,” Jo said. “these young people are not ‘drop-outs’, they needed a different educational program to work to, or find their strengths. sometimes they have had so much else going on in their lives that their amazing talents are not given the green light.” the Flexi school began in 1999, with david Nancaro the teacher who started the school along with Paul tarbuck the first principal. the school works closely with Maleny state High school, who are very supportive and collaborative when possible. “there was very little for young people in the area, and little support, so david and Paul responded to an obvious

need within the community,” shared Jo. “We are still following that course of action, and also trying to get a youth space, which is so badly needed.”

Vet (Vocational education and training) based, the Maleny Flexi school teaches Cert 1, Cert 2 and Visual Arts, encouraging students to learn foundation skills for life, such as how to write a compelling CV, banking, how to approach interviews, and learning about idMt (information, digital Media, technology). the students are currently training in tourism, hospitality, make-up, carpentry and much more. “every person has a paid traineeship in Year 11 or 12,” explained Jo. student Lani added, “i feel very accomplished being here.

When i first arrived, i never thought i would get to this point. We put together our creative ideas, everyone has their own pace, and i’ve personally done more here than in the rest of my life. “it’s like a home – if i was ever in trouble, they would help. everyone is welcoming and includes each other.” the feeling of connection in the room was palpable. Jo finished with a hint of pride, “We had 100% of QCe (Queensland Certificate of education) outcomes last year these guys are incredible.” if you would like to experience the positivity of the Maleny Flexi school, come along and support them at the Maleny Youth Festival!

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Racheal Pascoe and Bec Hutton by their school kitchen garden at Nambour State College Insert: Freshly harvested loofahs

schools share and grow together, learning from one another and an interactive garden like this one would be an asset to any school. Children love being outside in the garden learning. “it is really important that we are working together for our communities and sharing our ideas,” says Bec. “the opportunities we have been able to produce here can be easily replicated in other communities and have the same benefits for the students in creating healthier habits and lifestyles.”

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help but do things to inspire the children. it’s so much more than just weeding and watering.”

As you walk through, the sense of wonder, fun and creativity is everywhere. the College also boasts an art kiln, a kitchen and its own market stall, held once a week selling fresh produce, baked goods, cut flowers and preserves.

Racheal says the children leave the garden calm and more focused for their normal classrooms.

“Children that are struggling with sitting still in class, this is a really good outlet for them, they can come out here and be themselves, get hands-on and dirty, do some active pruning and get all of that out of their system and then go back into the classroom and can focus more.”

Racheal loves seeing the children eating more fresh foods, “i say to the children, today, you are going to try something you have never tried before. We get a bread board out and all sorts of bits and pieces and i lay it all out and they try things, it’s good fun.”

Activities like digging for potatoes is an absolute hit with children, laughs Racheal, “it’s like a treasure hunt in the ground, you have never heard so much squealing and laughing in your life.” the loofahs that frame the gardens in cascades all stem from just a couple of seeds she says, showing the children the impressive side of nature.

“We save our own seeds, including sunflowers and marigolds, and sell them at our stall. inside the garden we are as organic as we can be.”

Racheal says it is the children who help it work and be successfully spray free, “if you have a class of 25 students come down for 40 minutes and you have some sort of structure, you can get heaps done.” student Koby is one of the kids who loves the garden, “i like growing food. it’s really active and fun to do,” he says. there is a worm farm and the chickens are a massive hit with children, “they are really friendly girls,” smiles Racheal, “they have lots of cuddles from the students and we use their eggs in our market stall cooking.”

And the kitchen garden isn’t just for the younger children, it is part of the whole Prep to Year 12 College, with students from the senior campus and Griffith university students studying medicine and healthy eating habits in children. “i am finding more and more teachers are bringing their classes down, engaging in it, including food and nutrition students from the senior campus and teachers working one on one with Community Pathways students,” shares Racheal. there are so many skills the children learn, including maths, as they weigh the produce, decide on price points and serve customers Bec explains, “the children are getting used to handling change, taking the money, working out how much they need to be giving back. “taking away the devices and calculators makes them really think. it’s all monetary, there is no eftpos machine for the stall, so it’s all real maths skills and real money. the kids are so delighted to be able to provide that service to their College community.” the successful garden program at Nambour state College is a fantastic example of a College run with passion, “there is always something on the go for the children and we ensure our students have a voice and find as many different offerings as we can to provide for our students needs at our College,” smiles Bec.

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ou MAY KNoW Lara’s work from her commendations, awards and exhibitions throughout south Australia and Queensland. she received the Kernewek Lowender Art Prize in 2013 and was selected for the obi Art Prize in Maleny in February 2017.

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“Art is a broad field to define your style within and i love to paint. i have enjoyed 14 years of diversifying and

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exploring mediums to play with through oils and acrylics.” she received her artistic from renowned training Yackandandah watercolourist Charles sluga, attending his painting courses and receiving extensive critiquing, tutoring, and mentoring from him. “i learned that watercolour painting sits between painting intuitively and experimenting with the intrinsic nature of the pigments of the paint chemistry. it is completely engaging.

“Watercolour is far less forgiving than oil paints. For example, since it is transparent, you have to plan ahead carefully - you cannot simply remove a mistake by painting over it.

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Born in Albury, Lara dreamed as a child of saving money for a pony and land to grow her food. she now has both in her Maleny home and a comfortable space to paint in every season. settled with her family amongst goats, a miniature horse and chickens, the family grow an abundant garden full of fresh fruit, herbs and vegetables. “i love the satisfaction of growing our own fresh food and enjoying the time out just to relax. in our garden, i can completely lose myself without expectations.

“My husband and i married in 1998 and later moved from Wodonga out to Bourke, where we had our first baby. A few years on, we moved our family back to Yackandandah, bought an eight-acre property and had two more children. “in 2008, our family was offered a unique opportunity to build and renovate a college in Chiang dao, Northern thailand.” taking that leap with a young family and a mammoth task ahead, they endured plenty of ‘what we have done’ moments. “it was confronting when we arrived, the renovation project turned out to be an One of Lara’s book illustrations

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Perfect abandoned and derelict resort. We worked hard to rise above language barriers as we transformed the buildings and appreciated the culture around us.”

Lara’s deepening concern for issues of justice kept her aware of the poverty she could see on a day-to-day basis. the young family visited a refugee camp in thailand to gain a deeper understanding of the local challenges and struggles they were seeing around them.

“Returning to regular Western culture in Australia was more difficult than we expected. it was a hugely shaping time. our day-to-day life felt so foreign and different after we returned. We took time out in south Australia in 2010, just to slow down and fully process what we had experienced as we re-established our family footings.”

Lara continued her education in social justice by completing her degree in intercultural studies at tabor College and painting with her young children by her side. the family eventually settled back into a rhythm, while remaining keen to hold on to their first-hand awareness of how other people lived.

“We travelled to Cambodia to visit and support organisations like Mother's Heart and strengthen our family’s social justice focus. it was important to remind ourselves of our values and that money is not the worth and measure of success.”

Her support for the Centre for Men Australia organisation has led to her involvement in another recent project.

Painting individuals from the project in intricate detail, she

aims to highlight the journey they have travelled and the dignity, strength, resilience and wisdom that has been etched into their features. “the organisation supports men through rites of passage via wilderness-based retreats, education seminars, mentoring, counselling and spiritual direction. it is a privilege to paint portraits of the men involved and hear their stories. “i see the value in how they teach the rites of passage knowledge and wisdom which is largely absent from Western cultures.”

Lara’s Limited/Abundant exhibition this month shares those continued social justice and community support values that she wants to highlight. “this exhibition reflects on the celebration of abundance and the corresponding responsibility we have for the stewardship of limited resources.

“My focus is especially important to me as we enter into unknown territory globally. With the effects of climate change being felt and experienced all over the world, it considers our ordinary, daily choices. “i want people to pause and consider how little things are connected to much bigger systems which have a global impact for good or for bad.”

Lara is also a published illustrator, finishing two years of illustration work in 2018 on a children’s book by Rosanne Hawke and Lenore Penner, Chandani and the Ghost of the Forest, which was launched in June 2019. the exhibition begins on Friday september 6 at 5.30pm.

You can meet Lara on september 6 and 7 and see her beautiful artwork on display in the tin shed behind Homegrown Cafe, Little Main street, Palmwoods.

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in brief Standing up for Earth on september 20, the Coast will be buzzing with young people and their supporters gathering for the Global strike for Climate. Many businesses are in support of the day, and the Queensland teachers' union, among others, passed a motion supporting the strike.

From 12 noon - 2pm Cotton tree Park and surrounds will be a bright, colourful display of sunny Coasters' passion for meaningful climate action. A large contingent is preparing to go down from Maleny, details on the Facebook event 'sunshine Coast - Global #Climatestrike'. in Maleny the meet point is the Maple st. bus stop at 10am to wave the bus-takers off; others are taking students and families in a carpooling system. to be involved with carpooling, RsVP carboncanaries@gmail.com

Film festival coming soon As ‘Heart of Gold’ launches their twelfth year, the short film festival welcomes accomplished Indigenous Australian actor and festival Patron, Aaron Pedersen. “I love the fact that Heart of Gold inspires filmmakers to share stories that have heart and uplift the human spirit,” said Pedersen.

‘Heart of Gold’ is the biggest short film festival in Queensland with new Artistic Director Lydia Fairhall at the helm, and runs from October 3 – 6 at the Civic Centre in Gympie.

Screening more than 100 short films from all genres, alongside an exciting extras program of workshops, family activities, free events and filmmaker discussions, the festival will delight filmmakers, film lovers and local audiences. Visit heartofgold.com.au

Expressions of interest do you have a business, performance or activity that is earth-friendly and super fun for kids? Montville state school P&C are seeking expressions of interest from suitable performers, artists, businesses and individuals who would like to participate in the Montville Children's Festival, taking place on June 20, 2020 (what a date!). they're looking for artists, musicians, performers, crafters, game masters, educators, makers and shakers to make the day a fun, active and sustainable day out for families. the festival will take place in the gorgeous grounds of Montville state school.

All interested parties are encouraged to apply here: http://bit.ly/MCFeoi – closing date for applications is october 30, 2019.

Montville Village Association AGM The Montville Village Association Inc will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday October 16, 2019 at 5.30pm at the Montville Village Hall. Refreshments will be provided. Jenny McKay from the Sunshine Coast Council will be chairing the meeting.

Montville State School P&C is seeking Expressions of Interest for next year's children's festival

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

Nomination forms can be found on our website montvillevillageassociation.org.au/montville-villageassociation-agm-16- october-2019/ Nomination forms must be received by the Secretary, Louise Tasker, (either by mail or by email) no later than Tuesday September 17, 2019. secretary.mva@gmail.com

Welcome Mat invite the Welcome Mat social group used to run out of the upfront Club in Maleny for years and has been resurrected this year. essentially this is a time for a free social evening, where you can make new friends and meet old ones! New residents are especially welcome. every third thursday of the month in the back lounge and deck area at the Maleny Hotel.

An optional dinner from 6pm, with games (also optional) from 6.30pm. Please contact terri Bates to book, on 5435 2667 and indicate if you are dining. everybody is welcome!

Scarecrow season!

The 2019 Mary Valley Scarecrow Festival welcomes spring and its scarecrow season from September 9-30.

Organisers want Mary Valley residents to dot the landscape with ‘crows. Participants can vie for cash prizes in three categories – artistic, traditional and child – five to 15 years. But to be eligible, the scarecrows have to be registered and displayed by September 1.

From September 9, scarecrow season is officially open... A Google Map will be uploaded to the website with the locations of scarecrows so you can plan your trip through the valley.

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happy with the results and the strong team they have created, “i like that we are a local business supporting other local producers to create an amazing product.”

Family friendly, there is a Kids’ Menu offering options between $8 and $10, and a fenced children’s play area outside, dogs are also welcome. takeaway is available.

Visit Clouds Vineyard Cafe at 787 Landsborough Maleny Rd, Bald Knob, or phone: 5429 6361 for any enquiries.

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Spicers Tamarind Executive Chef, Dan Jarrett

HAT GOES BETTER with the seductive spices of Asian food – the hoppy aroma of a craft beer, or the lush notes of a fine wine? Diners will be the judge at Grain vs Grape, an interactive banquet at The Tamarind Restaurant in Maleny next month.

ZERO WASTE BULK FOOD ZERO WASTE BULK FOOD SHOPPING AT ITS BEST! Executive Chef of the hatted restaurant, Dan Jarrett, serve up a four-course Asian masterpiece that SHOPPING AT ITSwillBEST!

Delicious Asian cuisine awaits!

celebrates sweet, sour and spicy Asian flavours and

WE HAVE OVER 400 A M A ZINGfresh local produce.

WE HAVE OVER 40 0 A M A ZING At the same time, award-winning brewer Matt PRODUC TS INC LUDING ORGAN IC Wilson, of Moffat Beach Brewing Co, on the Sunshine PRODUC TS INC LUDING ORGANIC Coast; and winemaker Darren Naylor, from heritage SNAC KS, NUTS, GR AINS, SUPERFOODS, vineyard Brockenchack Wines in the Eden Valley of WE HAVEKS, OVERNUTS, 400 AMAZING SNAC GR AINS, SUPERFOODS, South Australia; will pour a glass of beer and wine for OILS & LOC AL HONE Y. COME IN, BRING PRODUCTS INCLUDING ORGANIC &CONTAINERS LOC HON ETO Y. SNACKS, NUTS,AL GRAINS, IN OILS YOUR SUPERFOODS, OILS & LOCAL HONEY

each tastebud-tantalising course.

COME IN, BRING REFILL , BUY Then it’s up to diners to vote on their preference. At end of the night, a grand champion will be declared YOUR TOthe REFILL , BUY AS IN LIT TLE OR CONTAIN AS MUC H ERS AS YOU andNEED an age-old question settled.

Jarret said, “Grain vs Grape will give diners an ASJOY LIT TLE OR AS MUCGROC H AS YOU & EN A ZERO WASTE ERY NEED & EN JOYE XPERIENC A ZERO WASTE SHOPPING E! PLASTIC FREE SHOPPING XPERIENC E! S H O P PEI N G

opportunity to challenge their expectations and perhaps discover GROC ERY a new favourite combination.”

Jarrett is excited about sharing the spotlight with two of his favourite beverage suppliers.

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produce drops that beautifully complement Tamarind’s menu.”

Grain vs Grape takes place on September 13, 7-10pm at Spicers Tamarind Retreat, 88 Obi Lane, Maleny. Tickets are $125 per person, so head to spicersretreats.com/events to book.

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RYstAL WAteRs Permaculture Village, located 25 minutes from Maleny, recently celebrated its 30th birthday. Residents Ally Bing and Flynn swain have watched the population evolve since Ally moved to the area in 2013. “the community must have been just resting when i first moved here,” says Ally. “While Flynn and i were almost the only people our age in Crystal Waters six years ago, we’ve witnessed the community blossom with a repopulation of young families in a short period of time.” this repopulation was, in part, what inspired Ally (with Flynn’s help) to open the Flowerpot Coffee shop on Crystal Waters’ Village Green. the experience has furthered her appreciation of what it means to live in a community.

“From renovation and onwards, we’ve received so much help from friends and neighbours to make the Flowerpot the beautiful place it is today. i only realised after we opened how much a space like this has been needed.” the Flowerpot has fostered the community’s new energy by “giving people a chance to sit down, laugh together, have debates, and put plans in motion. it’s also a place where parents can have a break while their kids run free on the playground. it has been wonderful to see.” everyone is welcome at the Flowerpot. A joyful playgroup gathers on tuesday mornings and the Homeopathy and Chiropractic clinic of Jeff and shirley Bell also opens that day on the deck. the Flowerpot serves an a-la-carte breakfast menu, featuring free-range eggs and RsPCA-approved bacon.

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A welcoming atmosphere at the Flowerpot Coffee Shop photo Flynn Swain

sauces and desserts are homemade and deliciously suit all diets; the breakfast menu features organic greens and fresh bread straight from the Crystal Waters sourdough Bakery. For drinks, the Flowerpot offers organic coffees and teas, icy-cold fruit smoothies and more.

Visit the Flowerpot Coffee shop Friday through sunday plus tuesday, 9.30am – 2.30 pm. For enquiries, call 5494 4620 during shop hours or contact them through their Facebook page (“Flowerpot Coffee shop”). the Crystal Waters Cooperative also offers cabin and camping accommodation for visitors who would like to stay in Crystal Waters overnight – phone the eco Park at 5494 4550.

Ally always has a smile for her customers

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your market guide

WeeKLY Maleny Lane Fri, Sat, Sun 9am- 3pm this rustic eco friendly eat street hub in the middle of Main street Maleny offers authentic street Food from diverse cultures and supports live local musicians every weekend. Monthly night market.

Contact 0406 069 798

suNdAY Maleny Sunday Market 8am-2pm, Maleny RsL Hall, open rain, hail or shine - quality second hand books, vintage, antiques, art, handmade gifts and more.

Ph: 0448 423 919

FiRst sAtuRdAY oF tHe MoNtH Crystal Waters Market community-run, upcycled items, jewelry, organic veges, cakes, plants, honey, seedlings, hearty food, sourdough bakery, great coffee, live music and a warm welcome. 5494 4530

seCoNd sAtuRdAY oF tHe MoNtH Montville Growers and Makers Market 7:30am to 1:00pm, 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 Market: 7.30 - 12.00 7.30am-12.00 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-12pm. 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

QuARteRLY Mooloolah Valley Community Centre - Four Season Markets Located Mooloolah Public Hall 42 Bray Rd sPRiNG Market sept 14th, 8am-1pm. stallholders welcome info at 5494 7822 or e: info@mooloolahcommunitycentre.org

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Mapleton Country Market

Above: Romy with her delicious Bunya nut pesto

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He MAPLetoN HALL Country Market is a warm and vibrant monthly occasion, which aims to create closer links between producers and consumers and to strengthen community.

Anyone visiting will see how the market also aims to

Maleny Sunday Market LIVE MUSIC EVERY SUNDAY 10am -1pm

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Jevan Cole – guitar Andy Copeman – medicine man beautiful music 15 Paul Luthje harmonica & Bernard O’Scanaill keyboard 22 Paul Balanyi, guitar – jazz & beyond 29 Jenny Fitzgibbon – voice

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increase public awareness of the importance of rebuilding and supporting local food economies to ensure a sustainable future.

Many of us know these choices can dramatically reduce carbon dioxide emissions and help re-establish biodiversity in our region.

Local food economies allow our cherished farmers to make an acceptable living, with the consumers the winners - fresh food at affordable prices. the Mapleton Hall Country Market features fresh local produce, olives, honey, speciality teas, sourdoughs and croissants, Bunya nut pesto, macadamias, jams and chutneys, jewellery, plants, crafts, art, bric-a-brac and much more.

New to the markets is waffles with seasonal fruit, maple syrup, cream or ice cream. sit back and enjoy a barista-made coffee or tea under the trees while listening to live entertainment from Russell Klease ‘Black Cat’. At the RsL cottage, hot off the barbeque, they have their monthly sausage sizzle. the next market will be held on september 28 (every fourth saturday of the month), with plenty of off-street parking.

New stall holders and entertainers are welcome please contact Paula on 0419 726 603 or email countrymarket.mapleton@gmail.com.

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t’s BACK ANd as brilliant as ever - the 23rd Annual Kenilworth ArtsFest from october 4 - 7, 10am - 1pm! experience visual art, 3d works, poetry and music in the heart of the Mary Valley, with the main venue being Kenilworth Hall.

Prize money of over $13,000 attracts entrants from far and wide in the different artistic mediums. the feature prize, the $7,500 Kenilworth Painting Prize, will be decided from a short list of 25 finalists.

Artists of fewer than five years’ experience have the chance of winning the $500 Jean Glanvill encouragement Award, and viewers can vote for their favourite work with the $500 People’s Choice Award going to the winner. there is also an open Competition for painting and 3d works and a poetry competition as well. An addition this year to the Poetry Competition is the McGinns Limerick Prize, with the winning entry gracing the walls of McGinns Coffee shop. there is an open Poetry section and the Poets’ Breakfast Presentation Prize offers the winner the opportunity to recite the poem at the ever popular Poets’ Breakfast. this event is a real crowd pleaser, led by well-known bush poet, ian Mackay. With

Encouragement Award 2018 for artist Chris Sullivan with Kondalilla Forest

Kenilworth’s iconic ‘designer dunny’ now in placed in isaac Moore Park, there are bound to be some very topical rhymes! the valley will also be alive with the sound of music! on saturday october 5 in the Catholic Church there is a concert with the delightful Kim Kirkman Choir, with afternoon tea at st Luke’s included. the presentation night on Friday october 4 will be a sparkling affair with winners announced and the presentation of prizes. there will be a cash bar and the

usual delicious finger food by McGinns and Kenilworth Arts Council’s speciality – chocolate coated strawberries. this year ArtsFest is raffling a beautiful watercolour

by Artists Alliance Australia artist, Barry Green, and tickets are on sale now. so, mark the dates of this year’s Kenilworth ArtsFest on your calendar. it’s well worth a visit!

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community news

Scone Time volunteers

YLeiGH ANd MiCHAeL simpson of Montville and 'the Friends of Pattemore House' invite you to the launch of two new books at 11am on september 14, at the historic Pattemore House, 15 Porters Lane Maleny. the event will be catered and is supported by the sunshine Coast Council.

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o You LiKe to meet others? do you like scones, jam and cream? scone time may be of interest to you, a wonderful opportunity for older people, along with their carers, companions and family to establish a regular monthly social event.

Our Queenslanders, Homes♦Gardens, Their Second Century and the accompanying book, Queenslander Gardens, Plants for Their Second Century: with Historical References will join the authors other high quality self-published gardening and children’s books. these two colourful books illustrate the case for recognition and protection of our architectural and horticultural heritage. Visit: montvillegarden.com

You may like to bring a senior on the day or volunteer. scone time require table Captains (local business people) and volunteers. these wonderful volunteers help with set up and/or pack down, serve scones, coffee and tea plus sit and indulge in scones and a cuppa with the treasures who attend!

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the simpsons are also opening their garden ‘the shambles’ at 85 Western Avenue, Montville on october 5 and 6, from 9am – 4pm, with plant stalls, refreshments and a collectable stall. A very successful event at easter raised $5700 for the Western Queensland drought Appeal and the october open Garden will benefit the same organisation, with admission $6 for adults, and free for children.

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some of last month’s attendees described scone time as “great fun”, “a morning where i made new friendships”, and “something lovely and social to look forward to”. there was also live music, which added to the enjoyable atmosphere.

For more information on becoming involved call Martin on 0473 902 261 or email: Martin@sunshinecoastfoodie.com.au the next scone time in the Montville Village Hall with Montville Coffee will commence at 10am on september 30, 2019, tickets are $10.

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LL NeWCoMeRs to Maleny and district over the past year or two are invited to come along to the 14th annual Welcome dinner on Wednesday, september 18, to meet local residents, businesses, community groups and make new friends.

Moving to a new state or town can be daunting for some people. the Lions Club of Maleny Blackall would like to help your move be a great experience.

Guests will enjoy a buffet meal, with a raffle, lucky door prizes and auction – all part of the evening's entertainment.

Local community groups will give short speeches in relation to their organisation and displays from other groups will provide you with information. All newcomers will be given an information bag to take home, together with native plants kindly donated by Barung Landcare. tickets are $30 and can be purchased from Maleny optical, shop 8, Riverside Centre, 8 Maple street, Maleny and MAd (Maleny Art direct), 21 Maple street, Maleny. Get in early to avoid disappointment.

For further information call Clarke Alexander on 5494 4981.

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The Frost

By Caitie Davis, aged 16

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ARLY MoRNiNG FRosts melting into warm winter’s days, the heat erased from earth as subtly as it arrived. the sun rises slowly, withdrawing the darkness of the night. the frost that happily suffocated the last fragments of grass the night before gradually fades away. once the sun has stripped the earth of its darkness, it is obvious this land is not the heaven it once was. the drought torturing the land, starving the water from every last piece of grass. this land is barren. the harsh reality of the environment dragging every last drop of strength from the farmers, still desperately trying to provide feed for both their animals and themselves. emaciated cows, horses, sheep and dogs are not an uncommon sight these days. Hay and molasses have become scarce and expensive. tempers are rising, as the grass turns to dirt, money turns to debt and living turns into surviving. the deep, parched cracks running through the lifeless soil illustrate the pain and emotions of the town. Farmers watch helplessly, as the few blades of grass that have regerminated are suffocated by the frosts of the night.

the morning starts off painfully slow because nothing much happens around here anymore. this drought is killing us in more ways than one.

Farmers are penniless, the shops have gone broke and the livestock is dying. day by day, nothing changes. We wake up at sunrise with the smallest bit of hope that it has rained, followed by the agony that nothing has changed. eventually after picking ourselves up, the livestock are allowed a few precious licks of molasses. At the beginning of this hell, the cattle fought for molasses but now - sadly - they have come to accept their starvation. When the dusty clock on the mantelpiece finally ticks over to noon, the hours begin to roll through a little quicker, slightly easing the pain brought on by the times.

As the scorch of the sun eventually begins to dissipate, the cattle are brought in for their savoured licks of molasses. the sweet drops of the syrup are just enough to keep them going, for the moment, anyway. Many people will never be forced to feel the crushing pain farmers fight as they watch their beautiful, prized livestock starve. these farms are our lives, passed down through the generations, these animals are our family and now we have nothing. No food. No water.

Nothing. No one will buy emaciated livestock, no one will buy a farm the drought has squeezed the life out of. this drought has lasted three years now! three years without rain, the town’s population has decreased by half.

We promise ourselves that, if we keep pushing through, the rain will come. it will. it has to. But as the hours turn into days, that roll into weeks and slowly become months, the years drag on painfully without a drop of rain. the hope and the strength the farmers once carried is few and far between. As daylight fades from the vast, barren landscape the hope of rain is once again torn agonisingly from our souls. the bellowing of starving cows marks the end of another painful, hard and rainless day.

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Margie Lipscombe Arts Connect Inc. (ACI) is a membership-driven not for profit organisation based in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

A committee of dedicated volunteers who organize annual events such as ‘Sculpture on the Edge’, open studios and artist workshops.

Members are drawn from many areas including Bribie Island and they possess a wide range of skills and experience. New members are always welcome – visit artsconnectinc.com.au.

September's ACI artist is Margie Lipscombe, who works in photography, design, digital art and glasswork.

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FteR 25 YeARs LoViNG my time as a teacher of primary age children, followed by 20 years working as an international Marketing Manager for a local tAFe College, i feel as if i’m just at the beginning of my ‘third age’s’ life career,” said Margie.

“However, i’m still at the beginning of my journey exploring a wide range of art practices and forms six years on from ‘retirement’.”

Margie’s current exploration uses photography as the beginning of the creative process, employing several photographic, digital and design applications. “i explore the possibilities for each image but focus on my unique expression to find bold shapes and strong colours, mixing and matching in the final piece.

“Currently i am exploring the medium of glass fused and fired in a kiln. there is

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always a glorious melding of colours and shapes and a complete surprise when i open the kiln,” said Margie. she fashions her glassware into wall art, platters and plates and bold and different jewellery.

“Anything any day can inspire me… i can love a portrait or potential photograph i see with my ’third eye’ provided by nature around me, or equally a wonderful new piece of architecture or rusty tumbledown old shed, or bold and bright patterns in anything.”

Margie is an active member of the voluntary ACi committee, using her experience to produce their brochures, organize member exhibitions and a full programme of artist workshops open to everyone.

Visit the ACi website at artconnectinc.com.au for details.

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Letters Keeping informed

once again a really vibrant edition of Ht, the best giveaway magazine in the country.

i want to thank you for continuing to publish Mungo MacCallum's columns. What a joy! i look forward each month to reading his perceptive and often acerbic comments. in fact it's the first thing i read after i pick up the Hinterland Times. thank you all for your hard work in keeping Maleny informed.

Patria Cardle, Crystal Waters

Mungo’s significance it is so reassuring to see Pam Maegdefrau’s letter in this month’s Hinterland Times (August 2019) regarding the worth and significance of Mungo MacCallum’s regular contribution to this paper’s pages. one can rightly understand the polarisation Mungo must at times generate but to respond to the other side and negate his voice would be to ‘turn to the dark side, Luke’.

LIGHT RELIEF & LEUNIG 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. Word limit is 200 and letters may be edited. As we are a monthly, please be aware we are unable to print date-sensitive letters.

i for one other, revel in his intelligent discourse each month and would feel rightly cheated if it should disappear from your pages. i believe that he is at core, even-minded and simply speaks a truth which others of any truly unbiased lucidity must appreciate, regardless of political leaning.

it is the life story of local resident (formerly townsville), Peter Miller. For 14 years in the ‘60s and ‘70s through a daily tV show, Peter delighted thousands of children. it is probably true to say that anyone from the townsville area over 50 would have fond memories of their childhood hero, Happy sam the Clown.

His offering this current month is as accurate and incisive as any i’ve seen from him grace your pages and i applaud it. it recalls a sonnet of my own which i felt impelled to compose quite some years ago now, when Peter Beatty left the stage to Anna Bligh. it was written in the wake of that election and i feel that the import of it has never truly left us in the intervening years. i have the temerity to include it at this point … (See Poets’ Corner).

But this is only one facet of the multi-gifted talents of the man who now lives locally with indifferent health, but with a smorgasbord of careers behind him. surviving a hard childhood and brutal treatment in institutions, Peter survived to become a drover, musician, band leader, music store owner, coffee shop proprietor, tourist coach captain, coastguard hero and cartoonist for a number of northern Queensland newspapers.

Brad Drew, Montville

it’s not a huge book, only about 125,000 words. if anyone is interested in a copy, they are welcome to let me know via yourself, if that suits?

Story of a clown i don’t know whether it would be of interest, but following my Maleny Memories – Through the Lens of Tennis, i have written another book, it ain’t all fun…

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Jack Wilcox, Maleny EDITOR COMMENT: If you would like a copy of this limited edition book, please email editor@hinterlandtimes.com.au or call 5499 9049.

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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.

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Life as a Tree

What Caused The Statesmen All

The Art of Hiding

Leaves rustle as the wind sighs through my boughs.

Nodding at my feet flowers.

What caused the statesmen all, to go away; to leave affairs of state to rogues and fools who build a future tainted by dismay, foresight and wisdom absent from their tools?

What left us with so very little choice; who at the ballots, is there to give hope and through the shadows, guide us by their voice, convince us of ability to cope?

We gather close around the fire

As seasons change, my leaves change too, Dark green, orange, red, in winter limbs turn icy blue.

Thick round trunk branches swaying, little children gathering, playing.

Peals of laughter, smiles of many, they love me much more than any.

Well-meaning men, believing they could fly and finish hard, the race they chose to run, too late have found they ventured far too high, their feathers softened, broken by the sun.

Where are the men of substance at the helm whom greed or vanity shan’t overwhelm? © Brad Drew, Montville

They lean back against my bark, and stay under my shade ‘til dark.

A lonely stump, leaves littered on the grass, when they hear the news, they arrive very fast.

Looking around, sombre and distraught, they’ve lost a battle that couldn’t be fought.

Then rummaging around under the leaves, they find one small, brown seed.

Sun and water, work and toil, finally it emerges from the soil.

A small green seedling, leaves unfold, it may be small, but to them it’s gold.

They prune and water with love and care, and eventually…there!

A tall, strong sapling, with bright green leaves, a reward for their work, they now receive.

A new generation sits round my base, an ear-splitting grin upon each face.

By Lucy MacDonald, age 11 Hinterland Times Young Writer of the Year 2019 Runner Up

and talks about the days of old I lean against my sister as his droning voice and sleep I fight I think of emu men that creep beneath the bright moonlight

in polyester sleeping bags Glistening dew collects inside this metal room that creaks and sags

Time passes and they do not return, for them to come again, I yearn.

Digging up the valley, and one by one, all the trees are suddenly gone.

Grandpa throws a tree branch on

Under rusted iron sheets

Back home I watch them run, I’m glad that they had so much fun.

Growls of monsters, machinery roars, bobcats, excavators and chainsaws.

protection from the cold

I watch the moon slip silver through

Angels Don’t Cook It’s my turn to cook she says picks up the phone, orders takeaways she can’t cook for nuts unless you call charred flesh and mutilated vegetables ‘cooking’ it’s a challenge she sees no need to confront not while there’s a phone, takeaways, me Reckons she’s only got a kitchen because one came with the house calls food ‘fuel’ but because I’m a fool for her and I cook very well I do all the cooking She does other stuff like love and compassion and grace works in the hospital intensive care unit saves lives sometimes if she can holds the hands of dying people always because she can says somebody should be there and despite my inherent cynicism I still think ‘God’ moves in mysterious ways gives those dying people an angel to comfort them as they slip away into the eternal dark my angel my angel who can’t cook who doesn’t need to cook she does other stuff

the nail holes that once held rooves I heard the Kadaitcha man walk past feathered feet, silent shoes Grandpa's snores make me safe I snuggle up to my sister’s side and teach myself to fall to sleep to sleep, and dream, to dream, to hide © John Kerslake

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.

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Dance with Selani

selani (meaning ‘village people’ in Macedonian) is a new traditional Macedonian Folk Music band based in Maleny. this group consists of Linsey Pollak on gaida (Macedonian bagpipe), Anthony Pizzica on tambura (traditional Macedonian long necked lute), Ric Halstead on flute and emily Hinkfuss on tapan (Macedonian drum). they play a very traditional repertoire of Macedonian dance tunes based around the combination of gaida and tapan. on sunday september 29 at 2pm selani will come together with ‘Welcome to Maleny’ who will host a community dance at tesch Park, Maleny. together with this local refugee advocacy group, selani will play music and teach simple circle dances for everyone to join in.

The Night Dragon Libraries invite devoted truecrime readers to enjoy an evening with revered Australian author and journalist Matthew Condon on thursday september 19.

Hear Matthew in-conversation about his latest release The Night Dragon with ABC sunshine Coast's owen Jacques at the Beerwah Community Hall.

Live music by Lee Hardisty.

From 6 - 7pm light refreshments and cash wine bar on the deck, the in-conversation event starts at 7- 8.30pm, followed by the book signing until 9pm. the cost is $25 per person. don't miss this outstanding storyteller

Brett Campbell

Brett Campbell is an Australian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He formed several successful professional circuit groups in the 1980s and ‘90s and spent the next 20 years touring constantly with a variety of bands. He also found work as a studio session musician and, when time permitted, recorded his own albums.

Brett Campbell plays all of your favourites. With 35 years experience entertaining audiences and literally thousands of gigs under his belt, Brett knows exactly what is required to let you relax over a couple of drinks or let your hair down and party. enjoy Brett’s music on Friday september 13, at Finbars, Maleny from 6.30pm.

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Rock ‘n’ Blues

it’s time for the Mitchell Creek Rock ‘n Blues Fest! Hosted on a 100 acre property in the Mary Valley, this is an adventure-filled weekend of music, from thursday, september 19 to sunday, september 22.

With free camping and two alternating stages offering you non-stop music, you never have to miss a band or artist! Artists include Mungo Jerry (pictured), the Hoochers, Karen Lee Andrews, 19 twenty, shaun Kirk, the Bay Collective and many more. over the weekend you can also experience a wide range of multicultural dishes plus delicious homegrown produce.

For ticket prices and more details, visit www.mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au

Poetry in motion ...and that is why the Blackall Range Visual Artists group has decided that the theme for their annual spring Fair spectacular will be ‘Caring for our Planet’.

Come along and remind yourself, through our paintings and drawings, that many of the beautiful things we hold dear are now in danger of extinction by climate change, unless we start to care more for our planet. the spring Fair spectacular commences on saturday september 28 and will be on view each day between 10am and 4pm until Monday october 7. the venue is st. Mary’s Hall – the lovely historical building on the village green at Montville.

Heavenly music Mandolins of Brisbane, Queensland’s foremost guitar and mandolin ensemble will perform in st George’s in the Hills Concert series on sunday, september 8 at 2pm in the church in Walker’s drive, Maleny. enjoy an eclectic mix of classical, folk, bluegrass and popular music, as well as the established traditions of mandolin music founded in italy. this ensemble of 16 musicians is conducted by classical guitarist, Joel Woods.

Bookings are recommended as seats are limited. Phone trish Bagshaw on 0448 989 621 or log onto trybooking. tickets are $20 including afternoon tea, and are available at the door from 1.30pm.

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Greeting fans of fun; welcome to an afternoon of merriment and occasional pathos in the coffee roasting shed behind the splendid Homegrown Cafe, Palmwoods, where sunshine Coast spoken Word’s Merry Meet is held on the third saturday of every month. the event features a broad range of styles from bush poetry to slam, plus storytellers and larrikins. there is a generous open mic segment for beginners to pros, and the loveliest audience imaginable. if you’ve never been, treat yourself - it’s a warm, funny, moving and thoroughly enjoyable afternoon! entry is $10 cash; Homegrown Cafe, 4/6 Main st, Palmwoods, 2pm-4-30pm saturday september 21.

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Art Prize opening night

Come and enjoy a wonderful evening of art and storytelling on october 4 from 6pm at the Maleny Community Centre. the obi Art Prize is privileged to announce their special guest for the evening, uncle Jack Charles, legend of Australian film, tV, music and stage.

You will be able to view the 40 finalists for the obi Art Prize, with both the winner of the $5000 iGA/spida Productions First Prize and the $1500 Ken Mills toyota People’s Choice Award being announced, plus raffles and auctions. tickets online at obiartprize.com for $30 or at the door for $35, which includes nibbles and a drink. All money goes to supporting the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre and their community support programs.

Can you ever forgive me?

this film is based on the biography of Manhattan author Lee israel, who published successful biographical profiles of celebrities Katharine Hepburn, tallulah Bankhead, estée Lauder and others before hitting hard, unpublished times. to revive her fortunes, israel turned to equally successful forgery, ably aided and abetted by Jack Hock, occasional friend, occasional foe and ever-willing drinking partner.

With inspired acting by Melissa McCarthy and Richard e.

Grant, both nominated for 2019 oscars for their performances, Can you ever forgive me? has won 48 awards at major international film festivals and been nominated for another 85.

Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple street, Maleny, saturday september 14, doors open 6pm for optional sitdown dinner, movie starts at 7.15 pm. tickets at the door.

Conversation with Lindy Chamberlain the electrifying cry in 1980, “A dingo’s got my baby”, galvanised an entire nation and Lindy Chamberlain soon became a household name in Australia. the story also captured the imagination of millions around the world.

With powerful credibility and captivating style, Lindy reveals the truth behind the rumour and innuendo, and shares how her faith was the foundation and platform from which she drew courage and strength to pull through.

Lindy will be speaking in Maleny at the uniting Church at 2pm on sunday october 6, reservations can be made at trybooking.com/BeXtQ or at the Maleny information Centre. there is no charge for attending, though there is limited seating so book early.

More information/queries: admin@ourcommonlife.org.au or call 0438 123 306.

Space Girls Viva Vivaldi!

All systems are go as the annual, all-female contemporary music festival, space Girls, announces a stellar Queensland lineup for its satellite Party on Friday, september 13 at the Gympie Civic Centre, from 4 11pm. the 2019 space Girls event features indie rock guitar slinger, Jaguar Jonze; awardwinning electropop artists, ella Fence and doolie; breakthrough indigenous dJ, dameeeela; Aus-Fijian singersongwriter Andrea Kirwin (pictured); looping pop harpist, elska; and folk-pop sibling act, the dennis sisters. tickets are on sale now at spacegirlsfestival.com for $22 concession/$35 full price with kids ten and under free!

the Viva Vivaldi Festival is coming to the hinterland.

Festival director, Kim Kirkman, draws upon local performers and visiting professionals to realise his dream of connecting with his favourite composer.

“Antonio Vivaldi was a revolutionary in his day,” says Kim. “His music is vivacious, vibrant and vital.”

Kim’s approach to life mirrors his idol. Like Vivaldi, he

also plays the violin, composes, puts on concerts and works very quickly.

“Vivaldi could write a concerto faster than anyone, i love that about him.” laughs Kim. the Festival will be on october 19 and 20, at a variety of venues around Maleny, full details in october’s Ht!

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RE/MAX Hinterland raises the bar!

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e/MAX HiNteRLANd agent and auctioneer, Mark Clayton, had his sleeves rolled up at the recent auction of the 115 acre farm at 176 North Maleny Road, North Maleny. there were 12 registered bidders and a crowd of about 50 – 60 had gathered in anticipation in front of the old farmhouse. the winning bidder kicked things off with a starting bid of $1,750,00 which then saw another two bidders enter the fray. there was a real mix of interest with locals as well as interest from Brisbane, Armidale, NsW, the darling downs and Central and Northern Queensland. twenty bids later, the property was sold under the hammer to a local, Maleny

Exciting Opportunity Views - Walk to town!

● elevated 1017m2 block with great views and privacy ● sought after walk to town location ● 3 bedroom 2 bathroom plus study – Low maintenance

● town services connected ● NBN ready location Address: 32 Lorikeet Lane, Maleny Bed: 3 Bath: 2 Car: 2

● Covered entertaining area to the North east

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resident for $2.855m.

Re/MAX Hinterland’s Michael Reck said it was a unique property, absolutely a lifestyle destination block and with the ability to run a few head of cattle. “it’s all useable land and close to town. it was the first time offered at auction in over 50 years.”

Michael said the higher end of the market was ticking along well, especially with acreage attached. “Anything 20 acres plus is highly sought after at the moment with no shortage of suitable, ready buyers.” if you are considering the sale of your home or acreage property on the Hinterland, speak with the team at Re/MAX Hinterland first on 0447 747 747 or 07 5408 4220.

Views FOREVER on your EXCLUSIVE Mountain Top!

● Completely private and exclusive 19.8 acre allotment with open paddocks, dams and beautiful treed sections ● Panoramic views of the Glasshouse Mountains and sunshine Coast coastline ● over 800m2 of living space with multiple indoor and outdoor living areas ● spacious, open island kitchen with butlers pantry ● soaring high ceilings, polished timber floors, Vacuumaid and ducted airconditioning throughout ● Vast North east facing decks wrap around three sides of the home

● 3 phase power, 6kw solar system plus in ground swimming pool ● 280m2, 7 bay shed plus double garage with workshop & internal access Address: 35 Agnew Rd, Mount Mellum Bed: 7 Bath: 5 Car: 9 Price: Contact Agent Contact: 0447 737 737 RE/MAX Hinterland Ph: 07 5408 4220 2/10 Maple Street, Maleny Qld 4552

real estate

Ray White Maleny welcomes a new business to town

HINTERLAND Accommodation Directory Montville, Flaxton & Mapleton The Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat • 5478 5000 National & international award-winning 4.5 star hosted accommodation.

Airport transfers. Narrows Road; www.narrowsescape.com.au

Maleny Maleny Terrace Cottages • 5435 2569 Boutique accommodation, beautiful rainforest gardens, pool, wedding gazebo with views. Walk to the terrace seafood Restaurant. Perfect getaway for couples,1 night stays available. www.malenyterracecottages.com.au

Maleny Tropical Retreat B&B • 5435 2113 540 Maleny-Montville Road. offers something different from the traditional Bed & Breakfast accommodation. www.malenytropicalretreat.com

Spicers Tamarind Retreat • 5420 5420 Wake up to the gentle sounds of the rainforest in one of the most romantic and unique places in Australia. www.spicerstamarindretreat.com

Mapleton Information Centre ................................................ 5478 6381 Maleny Information Centre .................................................... 5499 9033 Montville Information Centre ................................................ 5478 5544

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HRis sMitH from Ray White Maleny is pleased to welcome a new business to town; he was thrilled to be able to negotiate a deal for the business owner. the new business is located at 840 Landsborough Maleny Rd, Maleny, which is now a lavender-themed B&B, gift shop and restaurant brought to you by Mim, the lady that owns Mims Magic Balm, a tarquin Lavender product. originally from toowoomba, Mim has been inspired by this beautiful building

and embraced this stunning area. open from 10am to 2pm every day. Come and try a lavender scone or just have a browse around and say hi.

Address: 840 Landsborough Maleny Road, Maleny Agent: Chris Smith 0408 005 991 Ray White Maleny Ph: 07 5499 9966 1/5 Maple St, Maleny

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29 Macadamia Drive, Maleny

UNDER CONTRACT 62 Hillside Lane, Bald Knob The Epitome of Luxury Hinterland Acreage!

• 103 acres with breathtaking panoramic views • 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home (over 800m2 roof area) • 4 car garage with additional loft storage space • American style barn with kitchenette, bathroom, fireplace etc.

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• Immaculate Spotted-Gum flooring throughout the home • Ducted and zoned AC, LED lighting, & smart home control • SOHO on-ceiling speaker system throughout • Full service scullery with refrigerated drawers, dishwasher, double sink and 3 x VZUG ovens

12 Hillfoot Lane, Montville

• Ample water with two dams, a creek and waterfall.

FOR SALE

30 Berganns Road, Witta Here today - Sold tomorrow!

• Established 4050m2 allotment – mature trees and gardens surround – Your privacy assured!

• Federation master built home in excellent condition – nothing to do but enjoy!

• Large shed suited for 2 cars + a workshop • North facing aspect with views of your very own parkland surrounds • Freshly painted home with ample entertaining and living spaces • Impeccable condition throughout – Huge kitchen with ample storage!

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• 60 acres of prime hinterland real estate

Land Size: 4050m2

• Northerly aspect with spectacular views

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314 Reesville Road, Reesville “The Farm” - The idyllic lifestyle!

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• Multiple building sites with amazing elevated views

Land Size: 58.9 Ac

• Renovated one bedroom cottage

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• Over 460 trees planted strategically over the property • Cows, horses, chickens, bees, vege beds, it’s all here!

• 3 x dams, a great bore plus a spring fed creek meandering through the block • Power to various sites with multiple gravity fed tanks, taps and irrigation over the property

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7 Tulip Street, Maleny

SOLD 155 McCarthy Road, Maleny Spectacular home with Glasshouse Views!

With an emphasis on privacy, this architecturally-designed and master built home is a rare offering in todays market!

Offered well below replacement value, make sure you arrange an inspection before it is too late!

The ‘John Oliver’ built home is spacious with soaring ceilings,

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brushbox timber flooring throughout and large windows that catch plenty of natural light while framing the peaceful outlook. There are four bedrooms, three of which have direct balcony or deck access including the master with an ensuite, walk-in robe and a private balcony with tranquil garden views.

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284 Flaxton Mill Road, Flaxton

FOR SALE

37 Cedar Grove Court, Maleny

SOLD 12 River Cherry Place, Maleny Exceptional buying in town!

• Large 1500m2 allotment, only a short walk from town

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• Beautifully finished home with a practical layout and spacious rooms throughout

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• Expansive entertaining deck overlooking the private and fully fenced backyard • Connected to town services and freshly painted internally • Double garage with internal access to the home and level street access – perfect for a caravan or motorhome!

• Backing onto parkland with leafy surrounds & a green outlook!

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• End of cul-de-sac, whisper quiet location in the heart of Maleny

• High quality, modern kitchen with multiple living spaces

470 Reesville Road, Reesville

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10 Kondalilla Falls Road, Montville Secluded delight can’t fail to impress!

• Terrific layout with spacious rooms and soaring ceilings • Generous open plan kitchen, dining and living area • All year comfort with wood-burner, split system airconditioning and ceiling fans throughout • Expansive covered entertainment decks

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11 Mount Mellum Road, Mount Mellum Huge Coastal Views! Two Homes!

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• Panoramic views to the coast and islands beyond!

Price: $950,000

• Beautifully finished main home opening out to the views

Land Size: 5849m2

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• Separate character cottage renovated 2 bed, 1 bath

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• Spacious rooms, soaring ceilings and wrap around verandahs

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• Spacious master bedroom with lovely bay window, large walk-in robe and newly upgraded ensuite bathroom

• High quality, modern kitchen and bathrooms

• 2 large guest bedrooms in a separate wing of the home overlooking the rainforest

• Mature trees with open lawn areas - all usable

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• Private, 5849m2 conveniently located on the East side • Ample water with separate rainwater tanks to each dwelling

• Well proportioned study or guest living area

• Income from one or both dwellings, cottage currently rented for $415 p/w.

• Double carport with internal access, workshop & storage.

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331 Curramore Road, Curramore

UNDER CONTRACT 29 McCarthy Road, Maleny Unrivalled Character on 2 Flat Acres!

• Charming 1930’s Art deco period character home on what was the original home site of a 600+ acre farm • Soaring 10ft ornate ceilings, original timber floors, double hung and casement windows throughout • Modern country kitchen with multiple comfortable living spaces opening out to a generous patio

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• Spacious bedrooms, master featuring ensuite and WIR • Private park-like grounds of 2 flat acres among established trees, open lawn areas, fruit orchard & raised vegetable gardens • Double street access, with a sealed driveway to the 9m x 7m garage, 1.5km from the main street of Maleny.

192 Witta Road, Witta

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FOR SALE NOW 36 Corey Court Palmwoods This breathtaking Grand Design is quite possibly the home you have been looking for. The lucky buyer of this opulent new build will feel as if they have won a brand new “prize home” with a sprawling open plan layout and fine details accompanied by Hampton influences.

The huge front double doors open into a lavish and tasteful haven. The stunning vinyl flooring is the first thing you’ll notice, along with the voluminous high ceilings and your eye is suddenly drawn to the stunning feature fireplace lined with gorgeous Travertine Stone Tiles, wander a little further inside and be captivated by the impeccable presentation of the upmarket gourmet kitchen, within this space and is a superb amalgamation of 40mm Caesar stone tops with waterfall edges, quality cabinetry, chic pendent lights, a trendy tiled splash back and stainless steel 5 burner cook top, dishwasher and range hood…but that’s not all –walk-in to the huge butler’s pantry that’s neatly tucked away featuring a second dishwasher, built in oven and microwave as well as a double fridge space.

From the stunning balcony overlooking the landscape to the glorious glass windows creating that picturesque feeling everywhere you look. Just off the main living area is a separate media room that features stacker doors opening up to a charming entertaining area surround by a detailed stonemasons prized retaining wall and stairs that lead up to a flat yard

area, suitable to add a pool or shed should you desire.

Now heading over to the bedroom wing and starting with the grand master bedroom. This carries on with the modern country feel of this home and offers ample space for a King size bed and features a huge walk-in his and hers robe, a ceiling fan and heavenly ensuite with double vanity with stone tops, spacious shower, deep sinking tub and a separate toilet.

The remaining two bedroom are both king size and feature huge floor to ceiling walk in robes, they share the master bathroom which is as equally impressive

as the ensuite if not more…Not to mention this homes important little extras such as ducted air conditioning and fans throughout as well as beautiful lighting and chandeliers.

Downstairs features a fully self-contained granny flat with the same finishes as the rest of the house, yes that’s right a gourmet kitchen, a full bathroom with washing machine space, separate lounge room and full king sized bedroom. This space is a perfect guest quarters or could be used as an office space if you ran a business from home… perfect for aging family or an au pair as it has its own completely separate access.

Offering a custom design these builders have put their heart and soul into the amazing home with fine attention to detail, clean lines, a grand bold façade and stunning stonework that completes the Hamptons look. This breath-taking family residence is bound to impress the most fastidious of buyers!

Additionally this spectacular home is just a short 10 minute drive to the sought after Sunshine Coast Grammar School. Please contact Rachael Savic on 0479012770 for more information.

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travels with ... by Rensina van den Heuvel

money with me. i indicate that i will come back when the sun is low and she nods in understanding. the woman gently takes my scarf, which is draped around my shoulders. it's a huge red and black Bedouin scarf which has a strong smell of jute and the desert. slowly and methodically she begins to wrap it around my head in the way that Bedouin women wear it. “usaba” she says. i meet Allen at the campground for breakfast then we walk to town. the ‘souk’ is alive with people in colourful outfits and stalls of fruit, vegetables, chooks, tools, clothing and fabrics.

We blend well with the locals in our traditional syrian dress. it is daunting for me at times, to walk into a crowded vegetable stall, with only men in their head scarves and thoabs (long gowns). i go in anyway. sometimes i feel totally invisible; as a woman. i am trying to get used to this culture but it challenges me.

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As we sit in the sun and ‘speak’, a small girl with exquisite green eyes plays with my hair. she giggles at me with a white toothed grin minus one front tooth. the woman opens a large worn beige handbag and pulls out a treasure trove of necklaces and bracelets. Crafted from semi precious stones, red coral, turquoise, silver and carved camel bone, of course i am bedazzled. i pick out a turquoise and red coral necklace but have no

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From a mud hut in the distance, i see a figure waving me over with a circling motion of her arms. “tea” she calls out. i approach a Bedouin woman dressed in a traditional galabeya. she has a swarthy complexion, flashing dark eyes and two gleaming gold teeth. Pulling a scarf over her head, she covers her long ebony hair which is spun with silver threads.

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Wildlife-friendly gardens

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HAt HeLPs to make a garden wildlife friendly and attractive at the same time? Four ingredients are diversity, flowers, connections and linkages. Barung can assist with all of these, both suitable plants and helpful hints. diversity includes plant selection and growth habit. different birds and animals use different types of plants as protective cover from predators, for nesting in the case of birds or for shelter at different times of the day plus as a potential food source. insects may be hiding under loose bark, and other garden shrubs produce fruit and/or seeds.

Flowers of course are sources of pollen and nectar for birds and insects. At this time of year our native gardens are full of colour.

Red bottlebrushes, blue or yellow pea flowers, golden wattles, white and pink ozothamnus, blue dianella, vibrant paper daisies in a range of colours, scaevolas (fan flowers), Helichrysum daisies in blue or pink, white tea trees; the list is long.

Connections are both within and between gardens. A mix of groundcovers, low shrubs, taller shrubs and on to trees allow the wildlife to move up, through and across the garden in safety. Pot plants can be included.

At this time of year connections between gardens, plus flowers and diversity, are likely to bring delightful scarlet and other small honeyeaters, willie wagtails, figbirds and

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others to your garden.

Larger birds will travel across open spaces, but the smaller ones prefer to move through a more protected landscape. A friendly garden is likely to support robins and even tiny scrub wrens year-round. these little brown wrens are ground feeders, picking quietly amongst the leaf litter for food and can be remarkably unafraid as you walk past.

Corridors link gardens and bushland are most important at the landscape scale but can also join gardens, streets and suburbs.

Native street trees are included. in the more densely populated landscape, balconies and small gardens with flowers, low shrubs, herbs and vegetables will bring pollinators like honey and native bees. Birds will also come, especially if a clean, safe water source is provided. enjoy your garden and its visitors and wherever you are, provide water.

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HeN ReVeGetAtiNG you can plant without tree guards but they can be a valuable aid in protecting the time and money you have invested in planting. tree guards protect trees from several threats including weeds (why can’t our trees grow as fast!), weeding (oops did i just spray my tree too!), frost (cold enough to freeze your leaves off!) and last but not least - grazing and browsing animals (always up for a free feed!). there are a wide range of tree guards available on the market from polyurethane bags, cardboard guards and Coreflute guards. We’ve been experimenting with many, over the years, but have settled on two types of guards that we are very happy with.

At the bottom end of the scale we use a 2 litre juice/milk carton. these guards are quick to install, cheap and provide short-term protection for fast growing trees. We use these with a bamboo stake and this combination can provide good visibility for your planted stock if the weeds get away over the summer and you have to brushcut or spray. they only last about six months and are only 300mm high, so don’t provide much protection from grazing animals.

For plants that we really want to look after and make sure they get off to a good start we use the Pink tree guards.

Forest Heart Local Native Plant Nursery 20 Coral st, Maleny Phone: 5435 2193

these guards cost more initially but can be re-used several times because of their rigid construction and provide many years of protection. these guards you may see on several revegetation projects around the range including Mary Cairncross, Maleny Precinct and the Woodford Folk Festival site. i like the pink colour of these guards for their high visibility.

We often maintain some weed cover on our sites to provide soil protection and improvement. these guards stand out and provide great protection during weed maintenance runs. tree guards are great for protecting stock in the summer months when the ground really heats up and some plants can get cooked at the base.

Mulch is the other crucial part of your revegetation project success and Forest Heart ecoNursery / Brush turkey enterprises stock one of the best mulch mats on the market (but i would say that). our Palm Fibre Mats are a long lasting, easy to install mulch, which when used with the guards help trees get off to a great start. We have some great package deals for guards and mulch mats now to help with your spring plantings, come and check them all out at Forest Heart or give us a call to discuss.

Native Plants Sunshine Coast

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His FRieNdLY GRouP of sunshine Coast locals are keen to grow, promote, study and conserve Australian native plants. some are plant experts who bring an enormous store of botanical, horticultural and local knowledge to the group. Most are enthusiastic amateurs. the group meet monthly for a bush walk or workshops to learn more about our amazing local flora. the next Native Plants sunshine Coast is on september 15 at 9am for a propagation workshop run by Karen shaw, Brush turkey enterprises, 468 Reesville Road, Maleny. $5 per person, with plenty of parking, all welcome.

RsVP required to npscevents@bigpond.com or 0427 152 022. Please note this activity is on the third sunday of the month rather than the usual second sunday.

Fun Fact: did you know the sunshine Coast is home to over 1500 species of native plants (which is more than the whole of Britain), we really do live in one of the most amazing places on earth!

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Friendship through gardening

Landscapes with LOORS LANDSCAPING ... landscaping the Range for the past 26 years

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Boardwalks Boardwalks offer a means of transversing uneven terrain with minimal disturbance to the natural ground.

They can provide elevated and safe viewing platforms and can also incorporate seating areas.

Construction materials that can be used include concrete, steel, fibreglass, composites and natural timbers.

Pictured is a stepped timber boardwalk we constructed on a steep site linking two beautiful areas of a garden that were previously hard to access.

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He NAMBouR GARdeN Club meet on the first Monday of each month (second Monday if the first is a public holiday), with no meeting december or January.

Members meet at the uniting Church Hall, Nambour, and free parking is available at the donaldson street entrance.

Meetings have guest speakers, plant and cutting sales, competition tables, plant of the month, raffles and lucky door prizes. Members also enjoy bus tours, garden rambles and workshops.

Arrive after 8.30am for meet and greet over a cup of tea or coffee. Meeting starts at 10am and visitors are very welcome.

Contact Karel on 0490 415 067 for further information.

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Where the bush hits the tarmac

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He HiNteRLANd HAs a number of ‘wildlife hotspots’; suburbs, streets and whole neighbourhoods where Wildlife Volunteers (WiLVos) are called time and again to attend to injured critters.

New developments where the felling of trees leaves birds, possums, gliders and others homeless. stretches of road between bushland that are unwisely crossed by

Maggie on the mend

wallabies and kangaroos. Barbed wire fences close to bat-attracting trees.

When the phone rings and a voice asks, “is this who i call about wildlife?” you know something sad is on the way.

But not always! some time ago, i got a call about a wallaby killed in Reeseville. Hit by a car, lying on the side of the road.

Not much i could do about that but then the caller added, “there’s a baby standing by her!”

Maggie receiving oxygen

i joined another WiLVo - Mel Bell - to find the little orphan. there were two local ladies waiting for us – upset and unsure what to do. the infant wallaby had disappeared. No sign of it anywhere.

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ReAd ReCeNtLY that China had created large areas of desert in their country by over clearing, and that they had begun to try to rehabilitate these areas by reafforestation. the results were staggering, in just a few years the fast-growing, drought tolerant species they used had contributed to the water cycle so much that rainfall increased by 100 mm a year, and the incidence of sandstorms was cut by two thirds. in Australia, where most of the country is desert, it seems crazy that we haven’t tried something similar. in fact, we seem to be hurtling in the opposite direction. You only have to look at our region where the remnants of our

forests are being removed for development, and then there are the agricultural areas out west, where it is still open season on anything tall, green and woody. it seems to me that a really simple fix for our climate woes would be a massive, global tree-plant. trees are an ideal way to sequester the carbon which is causing so much trouble in our atmosphere. there is no point waiting until our water supplies start to dry up, like the towns in western Queensland. it is almost too late then. the time to act is now. Go out. Buy a tree. Plant it. Your grandchildren will thank you.

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i checked the dead mum’s teats, which were elongated, meaning she was still lactating. Mel and i withdrew a little ways and waited, hoping it would come back. it didn’t. the two locals promised to keep an eye out and do whatever they could to find the young one. After a day or two, i lost hope. then – a call from Mel – they’d found it! defying the odds, the local lady had managed to entice the orphan into her yard and bundled it up. Mel picked up the little one and took to Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital where it was checked out and put into care.

My heartfelt thanks to the local lady. some days are diamond.

A quiet request – if you see a dead wallaby, kangaroo or possum – please check to see if it has a young one in the pouch – or waiting sadly by their mother’s side.

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Ayurvedic Health Advice to Suit You

Real beauty comes from within

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Give your business a health check-up Contact Karen Muir to promote your business in the HT's health pages.

Mobile: 0414 432 423 Email: karen@ hinterlandtimes.com.au

uR outeR appearance reveals the depth of the whole person. this Wendy Rosenfeldt includes our health, personality, and emotional state. When we are happy, healthy, eating well and exercising, our skin, hair and eyes are vibrant and clear. if we are stressed, not getting enough rest, eating junk food or taking stimulants and medication there is more dullness in our complexion and our hair and skin can look lifeless.

Beauty therapists specialise in treatments that go on our skin to improve our appearance whereas Ayurveda recognises that it is what goes into our bodies that determines the quality of our skin. the skin is not separate to the rest of your body. each square inch of skin contains over a thousand nerve endings, creating a direct link between your skin and your brain. our thoughts and emotions directly influence our appearance. the skin is one of the largest organs in the body and closely connected to the liver. When the liver is unable to digest and fully transform our food and toxins into nutrients and waste, the skin takes over. Applying creams with chemicals or covering up blemishes with make-up, only contributes to the problem.

When you apply a product to your skin, it is absorbed by the pores and then into your bloodstream. it is important to use natural products that are free of synthetic ingredients. introducing toxic substances into your bloodstream can aggravate your liver, immune system and ultimately your skin.

eating fresh, organic food including vegetables, fruit and wholegrains is helpful to ensure good digestion. Alcohol, coffee, cheese and fried food can create a load on the liver therefore creating more work for the digestive system. the skin is governed by the principle of Pitta dosha which is fiery by nature. Acne, rashes, dermatitis and itchy skin indicate an excess of Pitta’s heating qualities. Avoiding tomatoes, oranges, pineapple, cheese, spicy food and stimulants such as caffeine and alcohol can help to soothe these complaints. drinking plenty of warm water also helps the body to rid impurities while keeping the skin hydrated.

Ageing of the physiology is really due to wear and tear. How we live and how we look after ourselves determines how old we look. Nothing ages us more than stress; whether it is mental stress such as worry, grief and anger or physical strain such as fatigue, excessive activity and lack of sleep. the antidote to both is rest and relaxation.

Looking good is really just an expression of feeling good. our outer beauty depends on our inner health and wellbeing.

By nourishing ourselves with good food, rest, relaxation and positivity we emanate a healthy glow that no amount of skin cream or make up can obtain.

Wendy Rosenfeldt is a teacher of Transcendental Meditation and a Maharishi Ayurveda practitioner. Call Wendy 0438 507 188 or wendy.rosenfeldt@tm.org.au

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Craving a more restful night’s sleep?

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seeM to Be getting more patients that present with low energy levels. some say that this has been an ongoing slowly developing problem, others that it seemed to happen after they got some sort of virus. some think it’s their job, or the weight of family responsibilities, etc.

While there is no doubt that there may be many contributing factors, the symptoms that present are very much the same.

Low energy levels that don’t respond positively to things that have worked before.

Research suggests that the chemicals in our food, and the way it is processed and offered to us are impacting our health and emotional wellbeing in many ways. the Wifi addiction that holds so many of us captive either through stimulating our interest or by feeding our need for constant entertainment, or even as an extension of the work we do is altering our brain waves.

We need natural light; our bodies require certain energy frequencies that keep us healthy. our exposure to sunlight and also the need for darkness is a prerequisite for our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Marisa Kliese is a Clinical Member Aust.

Counselling Assoc.; Fellow Holistic Life Coach; Reiki Master; Fellow Aust Natural Therapists Assoc.

Contact me on 5494 2627

the sleep hormone Melatonin is an antioxidant that helps to promote deeper more refreshing sleep without the hungover effect we can get from sleeping tablets. Melatonin also plays a significant role in balancing immunity and promoting skin health. dHeA is another hormone that protects against stress, ageing and protects skin health.

Your magnificent body has the ability to make both of these substances and by dampening down stress, your mind becomes clearer, you regenerate and you make better choices for your health and wellbeing.

Mindfulness and Meditation are the most natural ways to re-establish healthy levels of Melatonin and dHeA. Yoga Nidra, perfect for busy individuals, is essentially just lying on your back and relaxing. Mindfulness and meditation can be as simple as observing the flow of your breath. Both have been shown to re-establish healthy levels of both these hormones. i’m happy to show you how these exercises can help, or just pop on Youtube and do some research for yourself.

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A voice for Parkinsons

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uNsHiNe CoAst sPeeCH Pathologists, Karen Malcolm, Cathy shapter and Louise Williams, have just returned from visiting the Parkinson Voice Project, in dallas, united states. Parkinson Voice Project is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit organisation in the world solely dedicated to helping people with Parkinson’s improve their speech and swallowing. the Nambour-based speech Pathologists received one of five international grants awarded by the Parkinson Voice Project.

Left: Speech Pathologists Karen Malcolm, Cathy Shapter and Louise Williams with Frank, SPEAK OUT! graduate and LOUD Crowd member at The Big Pineapple on a recent therapy group visit

Parkinson Voice Project’s sPeAK out!® & Loud Crowd® Grant Program provides professional training and therapy supplies to speech therapy clinics. the trip to the u.s was an amazing opportunity for the three women to spend time with clinicians from the Parkinson Voice Project and other grant recipients from around the world, as well as individuals with Parkinson’s and their families.

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N AustRALiA, one in three people over 65 experience a fall each year. if you think that’s a worrying statistic, you’re right. Falls are the leading cause of hospitalisation for Australian seniors, with an average of seven days spent in hospital following a slip, trip or stumble.

Falls are a major health concern for older Australians, and often the catalyst for a loss of independence. one incident turns into a fear of a falling, which then results in the person limiting their movements. of course, this is counterproductive – avoiding activities means we become less active, and over time, we become weaker and increase our risk of falling. it’s important to recognise that falls are not a ‘normal’ part of ageing and are preventable.

For over 65s, the biggest risk factors for avoidable falls are: lower body weakness; mobility and balance issues; foot pain or bad footwear; vitamin d deficiency; vision problems; hazards around the home. thankfully, there are a number of tips to help you reduce your risk of falling.

Tip 1: Build your balance some activities that help you do that include tai chi, yoga or aerobics, tennis or lawn bowls, or standing on one leg and other balance exercises. it’s also important to address any foot issues that might be affecting your balance, so talk to a podiatrist.

Tip 2: Improve your strength Muscle mass declines with age, so it’s important to maintain your strength as much as possible, particularly in your legs. some everyday strength training exercises include walking the dog, gardening, leaning the house, and swimming.

Tip 3: Give your body what it needs A healthy diet and lifestyle ensures your body has all the nutrients and vitamins it needs to work as it should. Calcium is especially important for bone development, while Vitamin d is needed to absorb the calcium.

Tip 4: Improve your vision our vision tends to change as we get older. since bad vision is a big risk factor for falls, make sure you have your

“From the first day of the ‘Leading with intent’ symposium, we were overwhelmed by the generosity shown to us,” said Louise.

eyes checked at least once a year. Also, always wear your glasses when you’re moving around, make sure your glasses fit properly and keep your glasses clean.

Tip 5: Remove hazards around the home to reduce your risk of falling at home, you should: replace any loose or slippery tiles, especially in the kitchen, bathroom and laundry; keep loose cords and cables secure with electrical tape; install anti-slip surfaces in high traffic areas and stairways; rearrange furniture to give you more room to move around freely; keep all areas well illuminated, install motion sensors, use touch lamps or leave a light on at night; add hand rails to staircases or install ramps, and add grab bars and non-slip mats in the shower or next to the toilet.

Ask for help if you need it. if you have any mobility concerns, make sure you talk to a health professional, like your GP, physiotherapist or occupational therapist. they will evaluate your risk and discuss strategies to help you improve your balance and strength.

“We were greeted members of the Loud Crowd (individuals with Parkinson’s that participate in a weekly speech therapy group program) and family volunteers. these texans committed time and finances, and were passionate to meet and communicate the importance of this therapy to us.” the enthusiasm was contagious and Cathy, Karen and Louise have returned determined to increase patient access to this quality speech treatment.

Parkinson Voice Project has developed a two-part therapy approach that strengthens the muscles used for speaking and swallowing by combining individual speech therapy (sPeAK out!®) with ongoing group therapy (the Loud Crowd®). “the program emphasises speaking with intent and converts speech from an automatic function to an intentional act,” explained Louise. “sPeAK out! consists of individual sessions and the Loud Crowd consists of weekly speech therapy sessions and provides camaraderie, support, and encouragement for this patient population that is battling a progressive, degenerative condition.”

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Ph: 07 5494 3911

For more information or to find a SPEAK OUT!® provider please visit: parkinsonvoiceproject.org

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ACUPUNCTURE

COUNSELLING & LIFE COACHING

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

ASTROLOGY Chirone Shakti – Stargazer Astrology Insight into your relationships, family issues, spiritual purpose, life transitions, and your year ahead. Counselling astrologer with spiritual focus. Astrology courses and workshops. Ph: 0421 814459, www. chironeshakti.com.au

Michelle Jarden - Beauty Therapist Electrolysis, facials, massage, make-up, nails, sauna, spray tanning, tinting, waxing, ear-piercing. 66 Curramore Rd, Witta.

Ph: 5494 4012 or Mob: 0402 531 500

BOWEN THERAPISTS

Meyer Therapeutics Katleen, experienced therapist offering Bowen Therapy, Emmett Technique, and more.

Offering Maya Abdominal Therapy® for fertility and pregnancy support, help with abdominal, reproductive, hormonal and digestive issues.

Weekend appts available. Ph: 0400 289 090 www.meyertherapeutics.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

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

Mary (McGrory) CrawfordPowerful Transformations Member of AHA/NRHA – Specialising in Grief, Depression & Anxieties. Also Quit Smoking, Weight Loss and more. Health benefits may apply. Phone Mary 0457 230 952 www.powerfultransformations.com.au E: mary@powerfultransformations8.com

Red Spirit Energy Healing Practitioners Mark & Chris Pasley, are now offering comprehensive healing services at Flaxton.

Visit www.red-spirit-energy-healing.com for information and request a Free Discovery Session. Ph: 3281 6453

Feng Shui and Astrology: Richard Giles, Qualified Feng Shui practitioner Feng Shui home/business assessments.

EM radiation assessments. Astrologer of 27 years. Contact Richard on 5435 0158, Email: ricgiles@powerup.com.au Web: www.richardgiles.info

Some 45 years ago, an unfortunate fall triggered precognitive dreams, and communication with a deceased relative. Clairvoyant psychic, empath, medium, author, numerologist, reiki master.

Call Saanthi for an appt 5435 0069

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The Stillpoint - Katie White Massage, Emmett Technique, Reiki. Harmony & Balance for Body & Soul. HF Rebates & Gift Vouchers. Now at 26 Coral Street, Maleny.

Ph: 0400 722 786 for appts. www.thestillpoint.com.au

Kathy Blackburn, Adv Dip Applied Science (Remedial Massage). Remedial/Sports Massage; Traditional Chinese Massage; Lymphatic Drainage; Emmett Technique, Trigger Point & Myofacial Release. “Integrated Bodywork” tailored to your special needs.

HF rebates. Ph: 5429 6180

Mark Milne Massage Therapist - Remedial, Acupressure, Therapeutic, Relaxation, Energetic Healing, Movement Therapy. Specialising in acute and chronic muscular pain relief. Flaxton - Home Clinic and Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Mobile service - contact 0429 420 046

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

Maleny Massage Centre Relax and unwind with a beautiful Kahuna massage. Deep tissue, remedial, sports, aromatherapy, and couples massages available.

For ease and upliftment in body and mind.

Call Linda 0468 323 208

MEDICAL CENTRE

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: paulineashford@dodo.com.au

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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 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

ENERGY HEALING

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 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

Margarete Koenning Counselling BA Social Work, Gelstalt Therapist, Psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and, families. Training professionals in family constellation 20 yrs practicing in Maleny, Clinal member of Pacfa.

Ph: 5494 2778, 0408 416 041

Juliette Kalifa Qualified Counsellor & Arts Therapist 20 years experience combining counselling with arts and sand play as requested. Adults, children, individuals, relationships and groups.

Training and supervision of counselling professionals. Ph: 0417 643 592

BEAUTY THERAPISTS

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Ochre Health Medical Centre Offering onsite Doctors, experienced nursing staff and Allied health services. Appointments available Mon- Fri 8.30am- 5 pm and in Maleny Sat 9am-12pm.

Ph Maleny: 5494 2388; Ph Montville: 5442 9144 Book online at www.ochrehealth.com.au

MIND BODY SOUL Healings Arts - Delphina Let the crystals illuminate your heart and soul.

Spiritual Healing, Crystal Workshop, Massage, Retreats, Crystals Chakra Alignment, Unique Crystals, Gems & Minerals Ph: 0422 759 930 www.delphina.com.au

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PSYCHOLOGY

PERSONAL TRAINER, FITNESS, DANCE Get Active!!!

Group Fitness & Personal Training

Lyn Thomson B.Psych. M.Counselling. GDip Psych.

Relationship counselling, Emotionally focused attachment based work with couples, individuals, families. Depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and PTSD. Flaxton Ph: 0400 202 567 – www.eft-aust.com

Marisa...Naturally Marisa T Kliese offers a complete Natural Therapy Clinic. Services include, Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine, Professional Counselling, Life Coaching, Spiritual Healing.

Ph: 5494 2627

Laurel Hefferon Naturopath & Herbalist BHSc Colonic Hydrotherapist & RN. Specialising in detoxification & healthy weight-loss, gut & digestive restoration, stress reduction, fatigue and post-viral syndromes. Comprehensive, individual and in-depth approach to addressing the cause of illness and restoring optimal health, wellness & vitality.

Ph: 0401 750 255 www.awakeningcentre.com.au

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

Medicare rebates available.

Maleny, Flaxton, Kenilworth – 0417 075 172 E: sheenahturnbull@gmail.com

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

YOGA PILATES AND MEDITATION Melissa's Healing Space - Yoga/ Mindfulness Meditation classes @ Curramore Studio Tues 9.30am-11am (Gentle yoga), Tues 6pm 7.30pm (Gentle yoga), Fri 9.30- 11.15am (General yoga), Fri 11.30 - 12.30pm (Meditation Class), Fri 12.45-1.45pm (Chair/Gentle yoga) Ph: 0417 200 192 e: melissa@melissashealingspace.com www.melissashealingspace.com

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

PHYSIOTHERAPY/OSTEOPATHY Range of Motion Physiotherapy Mapleton - Montville - Maleny - Imbil

Maleny Yoga Centre Shop 3 Rainforest Plaza Maple St Maleny.

Fully equipped studio. Certified & Experienced Teachers. Beginners & senior classes available, casuals welcome. Ph: 0448 518 734 www.malenyyogacentre.com

Russ, Barbs, Lauren and Kerrie. Providing the highest quality care to restore & maintain optimal physical function & mobility.

Ph: 5478 6600 www.rangeofmotion.com.au

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

Maleny Physiotherapist

Maleny Optical

Assessing and solving your muscular, joint and spinal pain problems using ‘hands on’ manual therapy. Effective in treating postural strain, neck and back pain, aches, strains, stiffness, and sports injuries. Ph: 5494 2388 www.malenyosteopathy.com.au

Tim & Mary Bagshaw. For all of your Physiotherapy requirements.

1/70 Maple Street, Maleny. Ph: 5494 3911 www.malenyphysiotherapy.com.au

Maleny Osteopathy Providing quality eyecare including visual checks, childrens vision, aged vision, glucoma and cataract screening. In addition, contempary fashion frames to suit all tastes and budgets.

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ACCOUNTING & TAXATION Frederick A Forbes - Accountant & Registered Tax Agent Specialising in small business & individual tax returns. Primary producers, rentals, investors, salary & wages. Personal & professional service.

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FINANCE Bob Malcolm – CEO Maleny Credit Union We have the experience to provide financial solutions for your everyday life. All loan approvals and other key decisions are made locally by people you can talk to.

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LEGAL SERVICES Easton Lawyers Tove Easton Principal Lawyer Your Local Lawyers in Maleny 62 Maple St, Maleny. Ph: 5494 3511 Email: tove@eastonlawyers.com.au Lember and Williams (the LAW team) Carolyn Williams – City Expertise, small town service. Stirling on Bunya, 13 Bunya Street, Maleny. Ph: 5495 1499 Email: carolyn@landw.com.au www.landw.com.au Baker Robinson Lawyers Steve Robinson, 20 years experience.

Professional and friendly Legal Team.

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NDIS PLAN MANAGEMENT Shauna Brennan – Lime Tree Bookkeeping NDIS Registered Plan Manager & Certified Bookkeeper 12+ years experience managing disability and community funding. Professional, friendly, personalised NDIS Plan Management services.

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PICTURE FRAMING James Frames & Art Supplies Custom picture framing by creative, friendly professionals. James Frames also offer digital printing services, and stock a huge range of artists materials. Phone: 5494 2100 Email: info@jamesframes.com.au Web: www.jamesframes.com.au

TRAVEL AGENTS Above & Beyond Travel We take pride in our attention to detail and providing you with a unique travel experience. Shop 2 Riverside Centre Maleny.

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Jim's Antennas Digital & problem reception specialists.

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Centenary Carpentry With almost 20 years experience Scott is highly experienced in all aspects of carpentry including decks, patios, pergolas, termite damage, fit out, renovations and so much more. For a professional job call Scott on 0414 826 266. QBCC 1040187 www.centenarycarpentry.com.au

Master Craftsman clock and watch maker Repairs to clocks or watches from old to new, over 45 yrs experience. Free quotes in your presence when bringing your timepiece, house calls and small repairs on the spot.

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Merv Schulz Maleny TV Antennas Est business in Maleny and the hinterland for over 30 years. For all your digital TV reception / antenna needs, including satellite installations.

Insurance quotes. Friendly reliable service.

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Window Wizard - Timber Window Specialist Restoration, glazing, repairs, modifications, sash cords, spirals, Queenslander homes and more.

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CARPET CLEANING Range Carpet Care Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning & Protection Ph: 5445 7611 or 0418 776 578

BUILDING DESIGN AND DRAFTING Skhemes Design & Drafting As an experienced Interior Design and Residential Drafter, I will create, advise and document your house plans and selections ready for your builder. Call Anna 0412 105 174 E: anna.paroz@gmail.com

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Hale Carpet Cleaning Brad Hale, your carpet cleaning professional.

Owner Operator since 2005. Carpets, rugs, tile and grout, mattresses, car upholstery, lounge suites.

Contact Brad 0457 999 926 clean@halecarpetcleaning.com.au

Custom Curtains and Shade Specialising in custom made Blinds, Awnings, Shutters, Curtains, Security and Umbrellas.

Professional advice and installation. Servicing the hinterland since 1989. Call us for a free measure and quote. Ph: 5494 6898

ELECTRICIAN Top Of The Range Electrical Your local licensed electrical contractor.

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Domestic and commercial gas appliances. High efficiency hot water systems. Highly trained service team. 8 Daniel St, Caloundra Ph: 07 5491 4199; 0412 116 362

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

Barung Landcare Native Plant Nursery Your local community nursery stocks an extensive range of species indigenous to the Blackall Range and surrounds. Open to the public Wed–Fri 9am–3pm, Sat 9am–12pm Ph: 0429 943 152 E: nursery@barunglandcare.org.au

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TANK CLEANING Pristine Water Systems Full tanks cleaned, minimal water loss. Potable water treatment and correction, bacteria control, filtration, supply and service. Free appraisals.

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TREE SERVICES Tony Wootton Tree Surgeon. Dip Hort(Arb) Operating locally since 1996. Tree assessments and advice. Trees and shrubs pruned and detailed. Hazardous trees removed.

M: 0403 467 664 Ph: 54 944 917 www.twtreesurgeon.com Skilled Tree Surgeon – Kevin Pampling Born and raised in Maleny, offering reasonable rates for tree work. Insured,with years of wisdom and local knowledge.

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N tHe Good oLd dAYs, when officers were gentlemen and sometimes vice versa, most barracks observed an iron rule: no mention of politics, religion or women in the mess. such subjects were considered not only indelicate but divisive – a distraction from the unity of purpose needed for the core business of killing off the actual enemies. And also the taboo conversations got in the way of serious drinking and healthy hijinks, the morale building exercises so necessary to sustaining an army intent on preserving and extending the empire. so it is painful to have to report that this wholesome tradition has been completely abandoned within the mess that is the modern Liberal Party of Australia. Not only do they regard a ban on politics, religion and women as unnecessary – they seem to talk of little else.

Politics, of course, is the staple, the bread and butter topped with the garnish of the day. Politics is not to be confused with policy, an awkward and perplexing puzzle best left to the boffins or preferably ignored altogether.

But politics is all the go: tactics, spin, deception, conspiracy, smoke-filled rooms filled with factions and would-be war lords scrabbling to mount the dung heap from which they can crow with meaningless triumph until displaced by the next rooster on the make. Neither unifying nor edifying, but an addiction they have no interest in shaking.

And women? Well, the mere fact that the Libs spend so much time assuring each other that they do not have a woman problem suggests something close to an obsession. the women involved either put up with it or occasionally complain, or even resign, after which they cease to be a problem. But they are talked about anyway, especially by those who consider themselves the big swinging dicks who are really in charge, just as God intended.

And so we get to God, or at least religion. And this is where the mess turns into a real dog’s breakfast, requiring tongs and rubber gloves to handle, and flamethrowers and fire hoses to clean out if things go awry. As they do, and have. our Attorney General Christian Porter has finally unveiled his package designed to mollify the disaffected rump rolled

a defence for wealthy employers to claim that as long as it is an essential part of retaining their profits, the sackings can be justified. so even if the new legislation goes through, israel Folau would still probably have ended up in court.

As, inevitably, will a lot of other people, because the Porter model abounds in ambiguity: an important clause relies on what is regarded as “reasonable,” a highly subjective idea that will have any worthwhile lawyer slavering. And in any case the zealots are not remotely interested in reason: faith is what they affirm, and they have lost it in Porter.

Not that their opponents are any happier: the LGBtiQ mob have correctly noted that this is basically all about them, without the same-sex marriage debate it would never have happened. so Porter’s announcement is just another battle to be fought, and, like all those in the past and all those still to come, it is essentially a zero sum conflict: every millimetre the Christians win is a millimetre they lose. they are worried that religious anti-discrimination may override gender anti-discrimination, they are not sure to what extent the impending federal legislation will upend the various state laws on which they depend.

And of course Porter has only provided a draft – they know that the Christian lobbyists, already furious that they were not allowed to write the bills themselves, will be breaking down parliamentarians’ doors with threats of the hideous electoral vengeance to be wreaked if they do not get their way.

Morrison has now celebrated a full year as Prime Minister and a full 100 days after his miraculous election win. But in spite of the boosters, he has substantially little to show for it apart from tax cuts, which have proved ineffective to date and have even less prospect of success in the future. the rest of it has been all froth and bubble, the bubble he regularly derides.

We are constantly told that his party is united and in good heart – but as we have seen, the tensions have not gone away, they have merely been suppressed.

And the showdown over religion could well provoke a serious schism. trouble is brewing in the mess.

Mess on same-sex marriage. this, of course, is not what either he or they call it: the crusaders see it as a gallant and desperate rear guard action to stop Australia sliding into the secularism guaranteed by the Australian constitution, a subversive document whose heathen overtones have only recently become apparent. one of the more hyperbolic, Greg sheridan, began his sermon with the absurd assertion: “Religious freedom is under genuine threat in Australia.” it isn’t, of course: not even the conservative Phillip Ruddock, who produced the review to bring the faithful succour and solace, said there was any need for alarm. But for the sheridans of this world, alarm and panic is their default position. so, against all their previously held conservative beliefs, they now want to rely on international law and convention to buttress their privileged positions against the marauding pagans at home.

Porter, despite his first name, is clearly a heretic, a candidate for the stake once the holy war ends, as it must, in a theocratic victory, an Armageddon in which the unbelievers will be thrown into the fiery pit where they belong. the mild-mannered sandgroper has ducked the apocalyptic struggle, offering only a few extra tidbits for the already groaning trough. in the name of less discrimination, he is in fact planning to deliver more: further exemptions for those who claim to be godbotherers to break the laws of the land the rest of us must observe.

But they will still not be allowed to run free; there will still be limitations on hate speech, although it is not entirely clear where the line will be drawn.

And the right to hire and fire those who defy their contractual obligations by claiming evangelism as an excuse is to be offered a lifeline: incomprehensibly, it will be

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

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‘Growing Peace’ will commence with an afternoon event, ‘expressions of Peace,’ which will include an Acknowledgement of Country, a Corroboree, collaborative arts activities and a closing ceremony featuring music, song, and the creation of a peace tree. there will be a talking circle focussed around peace, inclusion, and reconciliation during the afternoon, followed by ‘Harmonies for Peace’, an evening concert of intercultural sacred music, closing with a minute of silence dedicated to peace. the celebration, to be held at the White eagle Lodge

in Witta, will include offerings from local indigenous group ‘Gifted Murris unit’ (GMu) and sydney sacred music singers, Kim Cunio and Heather Lee. Both groups share a strong affinity with Cygnet’s focus on peacebuilding.

GMu is owned and operated by david and Mark Peters, Pititinjara men who are proud to be able to share ancient lore and culture, connecting and facilitating while maintaining a safe space for people of all cultural backgrounds to learn and create.

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Community art and craft activities will take place throughout the afternoon. Art supplies will be provided, and tickets and food for both events can be booked through tryBooking. to find out more visit the events page on Cygnet’s website: cygnetcentre.com, check out their Facebook page, or phone Cygnet on 0424 793 095.

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what’s on

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

SEPTEMBER Maleny State High School students Eli, Violet and Izzy with their mother, Anita, all supporting the Global Climate Strike

6-13 Limited/Abundant exhibition, Lara Cooper, tin shed behind Homegrown Cafe, Little Main street, Palmwoods 8

Mandolins of Brisbane, st George’s in the Hills Concert series, 2pm, the church in Walker’s drive, Maleny, $20, contact trish Bagshaw on 0448 989 621 or log onto trybooking

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Community Small Farm Workshop, Palmwoods CWA Hall, 11 Main street, Palmwoods, 11am-3pm, free, morning tea gold coin donation, email: sunnycoastsmallfarms@gmail.com

9-30 Mary Valley Scarecrow Festival, visit: maryvalleyartslink.com.au 11

Sound of Soul HU song and spiritual Conversation, Maleny Neighbourhood Centre 17 Bicentenary Lane (off Coral st), 6-7.30pm, contact Jennifer: 0429 957 989

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Aglow Sunshine Coast, 9.30am at Flame tree Baptist Church hall, 27 Coes Creek Road, Burnside, contact Melva 5443 5752 or dorothy 5476 4190

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Kyleigh and Michael Simpson homes and gardens book launch, 11am, Pattemore House, 15 Porters Lane, Maleny, visit: montvillegarden.com

Sound of Soul HU song and spiritual Conversation, tewantin CWA Hall 123 Poinciana Ave, 4-5.30pm, contact Jennifer: 0429 957 989

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Welcome to Maleny dinner, $30, info: Clarke Alexander on 5494 4981

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Sound of Soul HU song and spiritual Conversation, Kawana island Meeting Place, Parrearra (off Kawana Way), 9.30am - 12.30pm, contact Jennifer: 0429 957 989 S.C.A.T.E.R. (sunshine Coast Area trail & endurance Riders Club inc) Competitive trail Ride, Belli Park, eumundi. Visit: scater.com.au for details Native Plants Sunshine Coast – 9am for propagation workshop run by Karen shaw, Brush turkey enterprises, 468 Reesville Road, Maleny, $5p.p, RsVP npscevents@bigpond.com or 0427 152 022

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Brett Campbell, Finbars, Maleny from 6.30pm

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Maleny Youth Festival, 3-9pm, Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, 17 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny

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Grain vs Grape, 7-10pm, spicers tamarind Retreat, 88 obi Lane, Maleny, $125 per person, to book visit: spicersretreats.com/events

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Space Girls, Gympie Civic Centre, from 4-11pm, tickets spacegirlsfestival.com

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Music by Bek Jean Stewart, 6.30pm, Homegrown Cafe, Little Main street, Palmwoods, book at Homegrown 0458 270 368 or at the door

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Soul Food Festival, a vegetarian Ayurvedic feast and philosophy, 5pm, eumundi Medicine Man, the Ayurvedic shed, 2 Hill street, Palmwoods,$10, book on 0428 010 006 Slow Fashion Fabric, 10am - 12.30pm, Homegrown Cafe, Little Main street, Palmwoods, sCC Learn to shop in sustainable style/style Yourself sustainable Workshops, free Can you ever forgive me? Maleny Film society, Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple street, Maleny, 7.15pm, tickets at door

19-22 Mitchell Creek Rock ‘n Blues Fest, visit: mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au

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Heart of Gold short film festival, visit: heartofgold.com.au

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Kenilworth ArtsFest, 10am-1pm, Kenilworth Hall, kenilwortharts.org.au or call 07 5446 0427

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Welcome Mat social evening, Maleny Hotel, 6pm onwards, contact terri Bates 5435 2667

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Fashion Parade and Morning Tea fundraiser for QLd downs and West Community, presented by the Maleny Catholic Ladies Group, 9.30am, Pat daley Centre, 45 Cedar street, Maleny, entry $10, bookings essential, contact Pam on 5494 2487

Obi Art Prize, opening night, 6pm, Maleny Community Centre, tickets online at obiartprize.com for $30 or at the door for $35

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Open garden, ‘The Shambles’ at 85 Western Avenue, Montville on october 5 and 6, from 9am – 4pm, admission $6 adults, free for children

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Lindy Chamberlain in conversation, uniting Church, Maleny at 2pm, reservations can be made at trybooking.com/BeXtQ, or call 0438123306

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Nambour Garden Club, uniting Church Hall, Nambour, 8.30am coffee, meeting at 10am, contact Karel on 0490 415 067

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Global Strike for Climate, 12 noon - 2pm, Cotton tree Park, meet Maple street bus stop Maleny, 10am

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Movie night at Piccabeen Green, Hotel transylvania, 6pm for 6.30pm, free

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Ad bookings due for October HT

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Sunshine Coast Spoken Word with open mic section,Homegrown Cafe, 4/6 Main st, Palmwoods, 2pm-4-30pm, $10 cash

Hinterland Events

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International Peace Day, ‘Growing Peace’ celebration, White eagle Lodge in Witta, 2.30pm and 7pm, visit: cygnetcentre.com for details

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

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Kenilworth Show and Rodeo, Kenilworth showgrounds,8am-10pm, adults $15; children 5–15 years $5

February: Montville: Flame Hill Grape stomp

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Ad and editorial copy due for October HT

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Spring Fair Spectacular, ‘Caring for our Planet’, Blackall Range Visual Artists, 10am and 4pm until Monday october 7, st. Mary’s Hall, Montville

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Selani with Welcome to Maleny community dance, 2pm, tesch Park, Maleny, free

experienced singing teacher in Maleny, covering all styles and abilities. Relaxed easy going environment.

Contact Tobias on: 0451 958 343 for more information www.hinterlandsinging.com

List your workshop under tuition and Workshops banner.

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OCTOBER

The Night Dragon, author Matthew Condon, Beerwah Community Hall, 6-9pm, $25,

Singing Lessons - Hinterland Singing Studio

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Scone Time, Montville Village Hall, 10am, $10, contact Martin: 0473902261 or email: Martin@sunshinecoastfoodie.com.au

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tuition and workshops

Advertise your workshop $44 for one month

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Make Your Own Furniture workshop one-day workshops making funky functional furniture. identify suitable materials and create your own unique piece using simple wood-working tools. Materials and lunch included $175. Gift vouchers.

Phone Richard: 5422 9291 www.richardknightwoodworks.com.au

April: ANZAC day services, sunshine Coast ukulele Festival May: Maleny Wood expo; Cross Country: Maleny Community Precinct; Maleny Hospital Auxiliary Fashion and Flowers; Maleny Agricultaral show; the Planting Festival, Woodford 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

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