Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club Results for the period to 02.05.2025
Shopping local keeps your money in your community!
Do you remember when?
Who remembers growing up in Australia during the 1960’s when Holdens were King petrol was in gallons and full driveway service, including cleaning the windows check the tyres, all with a smile was mandatory.
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There used to be a saying; “a penny for your thoughts”. Well, no longer does it apply because in 1966 decimal currency became legal currency in Australia.
It was first minted in Australia in 1911 with the last minted in 1964.
The memories of the ANZACs lives on
On Monday April 21st about 12.10p.m. a woman passenger from Mt Gravatt in Brisbane was killed when the Nissan Micra that she was a passenger was struck by a a red Porsche Macan on The Bruce Highway at Palmview. This incident resulted in a six car accident.
The driver of the Micra, a 22-year-old man from Strathpine, sustained minor injuries.
The driver of the Porsche, Bradley Donald Towle 41 years of age from Tewantin then allegedly exited the Porsche, shot a 62-yearold man who had stopped to help, and stole his vehicle and left the scene of the accident.
He then drove south along The Steve Irwin Highway towards Landsborough when he crashed that stolen car near the Twinnies' Pelican and Seabird Rescue facility. It is alleged that Mr Towle then stole another car at gunpoint.
Ms Helen Powers from the Twinnies' Pelican and Seabird Rescue facility ran towards the crashed cars to help anyone injured when a male person pulled a gun and said to her, “I’m going to shoot you”.
He then hijacked another car driven by a young female and drove off after threatening her and her parents who were passengers in the vehicle.
At about 12:48 pm police located and arrested Mr Towle on Steve Irwin Way.
They recovered a firearm from his vehicle. This firearm had a bullet in the chamber, loaded and cocked.
Mr Towle was hospitalised under guard at the Sunshine Coast Hospital for observation.
On being released from hospital he was charged with 15 offences including armed robbery, acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, and dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death.
Other charges include possessing dangerous drugs and the unlawful possession of a firearm and failing to remain at the incident and driving on a suspended licence. He was also charged with driving while affected by an intoxicating substance.
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Around Glass house Electorate
with Mr Andrew Powell M.P.
Tackling Bullying in schools
Bullying in schools is a concern for all parents as bullying was a scourge on society.
Bullied students can have lower school attendance, lower academic achievement, and lower selfesteem.
The Queensland Government is delivering a nationleading plan to tackle bullying in Queensland schools.
These new initiatives will provide support to schools to prevent, respond to and reduce bullying:
A rapid support squad to fly into schools.
Additional funding for chaplains and student wellbeing staff in hundreds of additional schools.
A dedicated support hotline for parents and carers.
An expert anti-bullying taskforce to provide critical advice to schools.
New professional development resources to upskill teachers and staff.
These measures are being put in place as part of the government’s commitment to drive down the number of students impacted by bullying and responding to serious incidents with the swift action such a serious issue deserves.
It is important that everyone plays their part in stamping out bullying in all forms.”
Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston
To contact Cr Winston Johnston
winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Telstra Innovation Masterclass Series 2025
Expressions of interest are now being invited for students in Years 8 to 10 across the Sunshine Coast to take part in the Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Masterclass Series.
Sunshine Coast Council has launched the new program in partnership with Telstra and Study Sunshine Coast.
The first Masterclass, to be held on June 4 at Altitude Nine, Maroochydore, will be themed around ‘Future Leaders’.
Places are limited and participation is by Expression of Interest (EOI). Interested students are encouraged to apply via www.studysunshinecoast.com.au or speak to their school coordinator.
Expressions of interest are open until May 9th.
POLITICAL COMMENT MADE BY
Prime Minister Albanese during 2025 election campaign.,
“I won’t sign written deals with crossbenchers if Labor falls short of majority at Saturday election” I guess we will have to wait to see……
Who Gives A Crap? - We Do!
What do we really mean when we say our toilet paper helps build toilets? We trust that our partner organisations know how to best improve global access to proper sanitation – that means our donation could go to building toilets. To put it into perspective, a child under five dies every two minutes from diarrhoea diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
Profits from the sale of this toilet paper is used our donation could go to building toilets, but could also mean it supports larger clean water projects.
Domestic Violence is a scourge on our country
As the chair of Parliament’s largest-ever inquiry into Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence, I fought hard for real change - calling for more DV specialists, a national register, and action on tech abuse.
An elected Dutton Coalition Government will invest an additional $90 million to strengthen prevention, support survivors, and crack down on perpetratorsbecause Labor’s broken promises are costing lives.
This is personal for me, for Peter Dutton and for all of us who have seen the legal system let down victimsurvivors.
We won’t stop fighting for concrete action to protect women, families, children, and all victim-survivors.
MAMA
Make Australia Make Again!
If you want to live in a country that builds things you have to buy things that your country builds!
Under LNP Federal Government Norris House to get a major upgrade
A LNP Federal Government will commit over $1 million from the Coalition’s Local Community Sporting Infrastructure Fundto upgrade the historic Norris House Clubhouse in Maleny.
This will enhance one Maleny community's most cherished recreational hubs for clubs like Maleny Rangers FC
Situated in the Maleny Show-grounds the Norris House Clubhouse plays a vital role in keeping Maleny locals active and fostering community spirit.
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The cost-of-living crisis has made it harder for families to participate in sports, depriving kids of valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and stay active.
If we want more girls, kids, and families involved in sports, the Government must support communities like Maleny by building the facilities needed to get Fisher active.
Don’t forget that May 3rd is the last opportunity to cast your vote.
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Why Shop Locally?
The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News Maleny Commerce News
Have you got your Local Shopping Gift Card Yet? Maleny Commerce supports local businesses
Maleny Commerce seek to have working relationships with all local businesses and desire to create an environment of mutual concern for sustainable living and the betterment of our Maleny community.
While it may not be possible to source all our needs from our local retailers and tradesman, here are a few reasons to think twice before you make your next purchase:
It Creates local jobs and it is personal;
Shopping locally helps Australia grow; Shopping locally gives better consumer choice and better customer service because you are shopping with a friend; Assists local businesses support local community & sporting groups; It reduces your carbon footprint
Will you really support local businesses?
About Maleny Commerce
Maleny and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. is an incorporated body representing the business community since 1986. It is now known as Maleny Commerce. The Chamber represents the local Maleny and District business community. Join us at one of our monthly business breakfasts. www.malenycommerce.org.au
One of the major items has been the “Why Leave Town” gift cards which can be redeemed at many local businesses. The whole idea of the Why Leave Town Gift Card is that it can only be spent in the participating businesses of that town…hence keeping the money local!
To find out where they can be redeemed visit: https://www.whyleavetown.com/community/maleny/
“ Maleny Ambulance Station Until 1994
Queensland Ambulance Service has changed considerably since the Maleny station opened in Maleny 107 years ago. The old ambulance station was located at 50 Maple St, next to Cooke Park.
Following the establishment of an Honorary Centre at Landsborough in 1923. This allowed for the establishment of the Maleny Honorary Centre as part of the Landsborough Centre.
Public subscriptions provided the necessary funds for the purchase of a Ford vehicle.
Maleny Service Centre
Funding of up to $1500 is now available for up to five applicants through the Maleny Lions District to encourage initiative creativity, enthusiasm and energy through projects that benefit the wider community. Eligible projects are community based projects entering around educational or training opportunities and community service addressing a local need.
Applications close on June 1st, 2025. For any further inquiries contact the Secretary, Maleny Lions at: mbrlions@gmail.com
Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday - 5.00pm Beersheba Hall 4th Tue dinner meeting - Maleny Hotel.
Need a Roadworthy Certificate?
Maleny Service Centre have a Licenced Roadworthy Inspector on the premises and we know only too well what it takes to make your vehicle safe and roadworthy.
All vehicles (including trucks, motorbikes and trailers) must have a Safety or Roadworthy Certificate (RWC) if being sold, registered for the first time or being re-registered in Queensland. Registered Vehicles cannot be solid without a RWC.
An
Old Codger’s Thoughts & Opinions
A Federal Election is once
again upon us!
“The
people of Australia lose when politicians make decisions designed to get themselves reelected rather than for the good of the country”
One of the most valuable things that you possess is a truely independent vote. Unfortunately, many people do not realise that importance. Many people from other countries where voting is not independent are jealous of what we in Australia possess.
A true democratic vote embodies the principle that every person’s voice matters equally, regardless of wealth, status, or background. In a genuine democracy, voting allows individuals to influence decisions that shape their lives, from local policies to national leadership. It offers a peaceful means to express desires, challenge authority, and demand accountability from those in power.
The value of a true vote extends beyond the ballot box. It cultivates a sense of agency, reinforcing the idea that individuals are not passive subjects but active participants in their communities and nations. When each vote is respected and counted fairly, it strengthens trust in institutions and fosters social stability. Without this trust, governments risk losing legitimacy, and individuals may feel powerless or disenfranchised.
Moreover, the act of voting is a reminder of the struggles endured to secure this right. Many fought—and continue to fight—for universal suffrage, fair elections, and transparent governance. Honouring that sacrifice by voting helps preserve hard-won freedoms for future generations.
In short, a true democratic vote empowers the individual, safeguards liberty, and sustains a just society where every citizen has a voice in shaping their collective destiny
Remember:
The results of voting has consequences. Make your vote without emotive responses. Don’t be pressured by somebody else to vote in a direction that you are not happy with. Are you voting in the best interests of Australia in general into the future.
Don’t forget to cast your vote!
Truthful Jones says And he swears that it 100% trueNo Bulls##t”
Truthful’s cousin, an Irishman came out to visit Truthful at Maleny. Whilst here Paddy decided to go to Brisbane on the train. He caught the bus from Maple Street and travelled to the Landsborough Rail Station. When the train arrived heading to Brisbane he got onto the train and sat down opposite another male passenger.
This person was an Englishman. He was seated near a very attractive female.
Suddenly the train went through a tunnel, and as it was an old-style train, there were no lights in the carriages, and it went completely dark. Then there was a kissing noise and the sound of a really loud slap.
When the train came out of the tunnel, the attractive woman and the Irishman were sitting as if nothing had happened, and the Englishman had his hand against his face as if he had been slapped there.
The Englishman was thinking, “The Irish fella must have kissed the woman, and she missed him and slapped me instead.” The woman was thinking, “The English fella must have tried to kiss me and actually kissed the Irishman and got slapped for it.”
And the Irishman was thinking. “This is feckin great, to be sure. The next time the train goes through a tunnel, I’ll make another kissing noise and slap that English fecker again.”
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Maleny Paint Supplies now supplies Mirka Sanding Products
Mirka Sanding and Dust Extraction machines now available at Maleny Paint Supplies Mirka is a world-leading abrasives, sanding, polishing specialist with a close focus on dust free sanding - making the wood working, automotive and industrial industries healthier and safer. Along with their specialised sanding disks and papers provide maximum efficiency, their dust extractors pairs perfectly with all sanders for a clean, seamless workflow. With a comprehensive range of dust extractors and accessories, Mirka has diligently met the market's demands and complied with the rigorous standards set by health and safety authorities worldwide.m. There products are now available through Maleny Paint Supplies.
Hard Wax Oil for your precious woodwork will save the day!
Fiddes Australia is the Official Distributor of Fiddes & Sons Timber Coatings and Maleny Paint Supplies is an official stockist. . Fidders have been offering solutions to all Timber Coating Needs for four generations. Here’s a quick tip: If water absorbs into your timber deck instead of beading on the surface, it’s time for a recoat!
Maleny Paint Supplies is now making stand alone cabinets made to measure
We at Maleny Paint Supplies understands that your kitchen is the heart of your home, and your kitchen cabinetry must not only look stunning but also maximise space, providing ample storage and meeting your specific needs. With over 30 years experience, Brett recognises the importance of exceptional-quality craftsmanship with attention to detail, best quality materials, and innovative design, ensuring that your project is delivered to your specifications.
Maleny Show Paint Special
Australis AllShield Exterior Paint
AllShield Low Sheen is a 100% Acrylic, designed for exterior surfaces to give long lasting protection against Australia’s severe conditions.
It is Australian made and Australian owned by Colourtrend Paints in Sydney and is especially formulated for Australia’s harsh conditions.
The Colourtrend manufacturing plant has achieved NATA Laboratory Accreditation, ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management Accreditation and is a recognised APAS manufacturing facility.
Who Gives A Crap? - We Do!
What do we really mean when we say our toilet paper helps build toilets? We trust that our partner organisations know how to best improve global access to proper sanitation – that means our donation could go to building toilets. To put it into perspective, a child under five dies every two minutes from diarrhoea diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
Profits from the sale of this toilet paper is used our donation could go to building toilets, but could also mean it supports larger clean water projects.
An accident in your home: Occupier’s Liability
With Tove Easton of Easton Lawyers, Maleny
An accident causing someone injury in your home does not necessarily mean that you as the occupier is liable for that injury. As an occupier you are only liable if an accident is caused by your failure to take ‘reasonable care’ to protect the person being injured.
The key words are ‘reasonable care’. As you may have suspected already there is no hard and fast rule about what amounts to ‘reasonable care’ or lack of such care. It depends very much on the nature of the premises, the type of danger and the reason for entry. An example is a defective staircase in a house would be a danger to most people but would not be a danger to the tradesperson engaged to fix the staircase.
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You may think that provided that your visitor has been warned of the danger then this would be suf fi cient to
protect you from liability. However a warning is not always sufficient to protect you from liability. The occupier’s duty is to take ‘reasonable care’ to protect your visitor from danger – not simply to warn your visitor of the danger. Sometimes a warning may be sufficient but other times not depending on the type of danger.
What of a person who enters your premises without your permission – a trespasser? The law holds that if you know or you have reason to suspect that a trespasser is on your premises, you have a duty to that trespasser to take reasonable care to protect that person from injury. This duty does vary depending on the circumstances. An example here would be the requirement on you to fence a pool to prevent a child trespasser from being injured or drowned.
Finally, a landlord has a statutory duty, under the Residential Tenancies Act (Qld) 1994 , to keep premises in good order and repair. A landlord may be liable if a tenant is injured on the premises, the injuries occurred as a result of the landlord’s failure to repair defects and the landlord knew of the defects.
Take care everyone! Easton Lawyers 07 5494 3511 Monday to Friday between 08:30 and 17:00 AEST.
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Easton Lawyers
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Easton Lawyers are your Local Lawyers in Maleny, Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland, Australia. Easton Lawyers. 62 Maple Street, Maleny. Qld. 4552 Phone. 0754943511. P.O. Box 255 Maleny. Qld. 4552. Email: reception@eastonlawyers.com.au
Meet 10 am on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Feb to November 1300 856 859
Queensland Country Women's Association - Maleny Branch Meetings at
The Verandah Room 23 Maple Street, Maleny 8:00 am - 11:30 am. 4th Monday of Month. Email: qcwa.maleny@gmail.com
The Zonta Club of Blackall Range Meetings at
Various between Montville and Maleny. Dinner meeting 3rd Tuesday of month 6pm. Email: membership@zontablackrange.org.au president@zontablackallrange.org.au
Being a part of a community
Apex Club of Maleny
Meeting. Times
1ST & 3RD MONDAYS, 7.00PM. Email maleny@apex.org.au. Postal PO BOX 39.
MALENY, QLD 4552 0487770653
Maleny
Senior Citizens Meetings at
The Verandah Room 23 Maple Street, Maleny 8:00 am - 11:30 am. 4th Monday of Month. Activities include card games, meetings and regular bus trips
Email: margarry1@bigpond.com 0409 266 507
The LIONS CLUB OF MALENYBLACKALL RANGE Inc. Meetings at
Maleny Uniting Church Hall
On the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm
Monthly Dinner Meeting held at The Orangery, 10 Mountain View Rd, at 6.30pm on 4th Tuesday of month
Email: maleny-blackall-range@lionsq3.org.au
Maleny Commerce Meetings at
Monthly breakfast networking meetings. 2nd Tuesday of the month. Venues to be advised.
Email: info@malenycommerce.org.au
Maleny Hardware and Rural Supplies is located in the centre of Maleny in the picturesque Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Thy offer good old fashioned service to your car for those heavy items. There is also ample parking at the front and pick up at the rear of the store.
We are independently owned and supply the local community with rural and hardware supplies at competitive prices. Did you know we can deliver items in surrounding suburbs for a small fee.
Come and browse through our extensive range of products and say hi!
Don’t forget our garden Section
May is a good time to plant various vegetables, flowers, and fruit trees. Vegetables like broccoli, lettuce, and other brassicas can be planted for a good winter crop. Pot-grown fruit trees and shrubs can be planted year-round, and May is the last chance to plant strawberry runners for a crop that year.
Your Pet supplies are at hand!
Ensure that your animals stays healthy with trusted products from Maleny Hardware & Rural Supplies. We offer dewormers, supplements, fly control, and wound care for livestock, poultry, and pets.
Our range includes products specifically designed for livestock, poultry, and pets, catering to various animal care needs.
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta.
It would have been with much sadness that the world read about the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday April 21st, 2025. His death on what is the most important christian day of the year could be seen as a sign from the Lord welcoming him home!
Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on 17 December 1936 in Buenos Aires, Argentina and was one of five children. He took on the name Francis in memory of Saint Francis of Assisi when he was ordained as Pope.
Pope Francis followed the Jesuit Society of Jesus and was not only the first Pope elected from this Catholic Society, but was the first non-European Pope since 731. He was elected as the Supreme Pontiff on 13 March 2013, the 266th Pope.
Pope Francis was a longtime advocate for LGBTQ+ and divorced Catholics. His reign has been defined by humility, inclusiveness, and a relentless pursuit of social justice.
those reforms pleased many Catholic followers, especially those of the higher ranking church bureaucracy.
One of his sayings was “We priests are not the bosses of the laity (lay people).” He changed
“the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor” as a moral call to action.
Pope Francis’s legacy may be best understood not through policy shifts or doctrinal changes, but in the culture he has fostered—one of encounter, dialogue, and mercy. His efforts to build bridges rather than walls, both within the Church and with the wider world, may well endure as a guiding light for future generations of Catholic leadership. His papacy has been a call to conscience, urging the world to see the sacred in the suffering and to act with love.
how Catholics talked to one another, and what issues they focused on.
Whilst this is written by a noncatholic it cannot be denied that Pope Francis has made a profound change to the Catholic Church. It was often said that he “was a great reformer” within the Catholic Church and not all of
Francis has worked tirelessly to refocus the Church’s priorities toward the marginalised. He has consistently advocated for the poor, refugees, and the environment, coining the term
Pope Francis also attempted to reform the often rigid structures of the Vatican itself. He pushed for greater financial transparency and accountability, aiming to root out corruption that has plagued the institution for decades. His curial reforms and efforts to decentralise some powers to local bishops' conferences suggest a
more collegial and less hierarchical vision of Church governance.
He had hoped that his reign would be the opening of a new chapter for Catholicism in the modern world. However, the Vatican, ensures that even with the best of intentions, the Pope does not stray far from the church’s own interests of affluence and influence.
Many of his moves often were met with criticism from within the Vatican.
Pope Francis attempted to be closer to other religions, especially with Islam. In 2019 he made a joint declaration with the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar in Abu Dhabi to promoted peace, tolerance, and coexistence.
Pope Francis has set in motion a transformative vision for the Catholic Church, but many of his boldest aspirations remain works in progress. His legacy will likely be judged not only by what he accomplished, but also by the unfinished tasks he leaves to the future.
One of those unfinished tasks was the ordination f women. He did in fact officially open several lay
It's not your job to solve problems other people create.
ministry roles to women, though women had served in many of them unofficially for years, but he always fell short of approving the ordination of women.
It is little known that since the 1970’s some sections of the Catholic Church in Eastern Europe have been ordaining women as priests. As these ordinations became known to the Vatican those sections of the church were excommunicated. Since those days the church has decreed the penalty of automatic excommunication against anyone "who attempts to confer a sacred order on a woman”.
To many Pope Francis was widely seen as one of the most consequential Popes of recent times: an unpredictable leader who took office at a time of crisis, and unafraid of upsetting traditionalists – but also far from the simplistic progressive figure sometimes portrayed in secular accounts.
How one views Pope Francis’ legacy will depend on that person’s view of the Catholic Church and their views of that Churches doctrines.
May he rest in Peace.
Just a bit of history PRESBYTERIAN GARDEN PARTY.
Even if that person is a family member, their problems are their problems!
On Wednesday (May 29th 1940) a very successful garden party was held in the Maleny Presbyterian Church grounds. The gate takings amounted to £5, and in addition very brisk business was done at the jumble stall. The gardens were gay with marigolds and bowls of marigolds and bowls of poinsettia were placed about the lawn.
The winners of the various competitions were: Nurse Lccke (tape walking). Mrs. W. Helland and Mrs. R. C. Burnett (advertisements).
A dainty afternoon tea was served by members of the Ladies'Guild.
News from Witta Recreational Club
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Hire of Club Facilities
The vision of the club is to provide country club services to be enjoyed by the local community and visitors to the area.
The excellent facilities of the Witta Recreation Club are available for hire for events such as weddings, sports days, family gatherings.
The club has a Certified Kitchen/Catering facilities including a stove, pots & pans, dishwasher, crockery and utensils. The Bushman’s Bar is practically fitted out with a large capacity for the cold storage of a range of beverages. The Bushman’s Bar is located at the core of the Witta Recreation Club. Service from the bar can be provided to customers on the covered hard standing overlooking the playing pitches, or directly into the Clubroom.
Inquiries can be made via the internet at: https://wittarec.club/facilities/make-a-booking
You can find out more about the Witta Recreation Club at their web site at:
https://wittarec.club/
Did you Know?
That the Vietnam War ender on the 30th April
The 50th anniversary of the end of the1975 Vietnam War was on April 30, 2025. This marks the date when the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) captured Saigon, officially ending the war. The fall of Saigon on that day is considered the symbolic end of the conflict.
The arrival of the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam (AATTV) in South Vietnam during July and August 1962 was the beginning of Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War.
523 Australian military personnel died as a result of the war and almost 2,400 were wounded.
Witta Recreational Club
Bar Open Wednesday afternoons 4.30pm to 6.30pm. All Welcome
Touch Season has started with the Canteen and Bar operating every FRIDAY Night from 6pm
Available for Hire for Private functions – Birthday Celebrations – Weddings etc.
We are always looking for new members and volunteers.
Contact us by email at. - presidentwittarec@gmail.com
Local Groups News
There is a Recreational Group in Maleny and Surrounds that will cater for your desires!
WEEKLY COMMUNITY EVENTS!
Maleny Scottish Country Dancing every Monday 7 to 9 pm RSL Hall. Call 0432 251 606.
Social Tennis every Monday 8.00 am Witta Tennis Club. All Welcome.
Mixed Social Tennis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6.30am to 8.30am Maleny Showgrounds
Ladies Social Tennis every Thursday at 7.30am Maleny Showgrounds.
Maleny Bowls Club. – TUESDAY AM BOWLS, 8.30am for 9.00am . 2 games + morning tea $12 per player. Rink Winner Prizes. Visitors and players welcome. Call Joe 0401 987 900 to book your place
FRIDAY PM play SCROUNGERS ‘BOWLS WITH A MATE ’ 1pm for 1.30pm (winter), 2 pm (from November). Bowls can be provided. Call Wendy 0438 399 604.
Combined Probus Club of Maleny Inc. Meets every 4th Wednesday from February to November at 10.00 am at the Uniting Church, Landsborough Rd, Maleny. Contact malenyprobus@gmail.com or membership enquiries 0408070823
Muzika Maleny local musicians First Thursday of Each Month from 6.30 pm Maleny RSL.
Pattemore House Open House Morning every Friday 10.00 am - 12 noon 15, Porters Lane.
Diggers Dining every Friday evening 4.30 bar opens Maleny RSL.
Tennis Under Lights every Friday Witta Tennis Club. BYO drinks and nibbles Contact. Pauline 0428 253 070.
Hinterland Country Music Day. Second Saturday each month in the big shed at the Maleny Museum Precinct.
Maleny Trail Parkrun every Saturday 7.00 am Maleny District Sport & Rec Club House Maleny Precinct.
Witta Tennis Club Social Tennis every Saturday 1.00 pm. All Welcome.
Witta Wheels every 3rd Sunday each month 8.00 am - 11.00 am Witta Recreation Club
Maleny Markets every Sunday 8am to 2pm Maleny RSL.
Social Table Tennis every Sunday 1 - 5 pm Maleny High School Activity Centre. All welcome!
Combined Probus Club of Maleny Inc. Meets every 4th Wednesday from February to November at 10.00 am at the Uniting Church, Landsborough Rd, Maleny. Contact malenyprobus@gmail.com or membership enquiries 0408070823
Please email your weekly regular event to malenysportspark@gmail.com for inclusion every week
Today’s Thought
“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.”
Maleny Bowl Club wants to go undercover
Join the Maleny Bowls Club in their fight to go undercover by signing the petition to tell Canberra to upgrade the Maleny Bowls Club.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMH69VC
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What will our homes look like in the future? How important will self-sufficiency be? And what role will renewable power play in shaping them?
These are the kind of questions that are taking centre stage as we look towards the future of planning, policy, lifestyle and even suburbia.
The next iteration in this evolution is power generation and power
storage as our sense of self-containment increases.
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Maleny Senior Citizens Notes
MANAGEMENT MEETINGS ARE NORMALLY THE 3RD
MONDAY AND GENERAL MEETING 4TH MONDAY EACH MONTH
May 2025
BUSY NEEDLES 8th and 22nd
INDOOR BOWLS 7th, 14th, 21st and 28t Back to Verandah Room
DROP IN 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd. Note: No Drop
In on May 30th - Maleny Show!
COMMITTEE MEETING 19th 8.30a.m. at Lynda’s
GENERAL MEETING … 24th Cuppa-for-Cancer morning 915am for 930am start.
June 2025
BUSY NEEDLES 5th and 19th
INDOOR BOWLS 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th.
DROP IN 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th.
COMMITTEE MEETING 16th Usual time and happenings
GENERAL MEETING … 23rd Birthday Celebrations9a.m for 9.30a.m. start..
Sausage sizzle … 1st Movies … 8th. 2.30p.m. start Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you've got to start young.
A Senior’s thoughty!
With age I have a clearer perspective on life's brevity, as I grow older I can only emphasise the importance of living in the present moment and making the most of each day.
As I age I encourage others to appreciate the small joys and not worry too much about the future.
Maleny Calendar of Events 2025.
✦ May 3rd Federal Election day!
✦ Friday & Saturday 30th + 31st May, Maleny Show, Maleny Showgrounds,Stanley River Road, Maleny.
✦ June - June 14th - 15th -21st and 22nd at 3p.m. and performed at the Maleny Community Centre.
✦ Woodford Folk Festival at Woodfonia.Sat Dec 27th - Thur Jan 1st 2026.
To add your local organisation events to this list simply email details to:
thegrapevine@westnet.com.au
Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club Flood Relief
You may have noticed Queensland Flood Appeal donation cans on the counters of numerous Maleny businesses.
The Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club is raising fund to assist outback towns and cities whose homes were inundated by the recent floods.
They are also assisting the many graziers who have lost their stock. The replacement of stock will be a long termed project.
Those businesses include Maleny Hotel, Maple 3, Imelda’s Woolworths, IGA, Star Chemist, Maleny Coop, Maleny Food Company, Brouhaha, Maleny Neighbourhood Centre and the Maleny Visitor Information Centre.
Please help where you can as Queensland’s Country areas have been hit hard.
Maleny SES looking for volunteers
Maleny State Emergency Service Group is looking for some volunteers to help get our community through the next disaster season.
You can put your desire to get involved to good use and serve our community. An easy way to do that by becoming a State Emergency Service (SES) volunteer.
Active SES members perform a diverse range of functions to respond to local, state and national disasters and emergencies. By joining the SES you may respond to many different types of activations as a result of disasters and emergencies.
An SES volunteer has an opportunity to participate in and develop a variety of emergency and rescue skills, including chainsaw operations, flood boat operations, road crash rescue and land search.
Not only will you be helping your community, you will make some great mates along the way.
Volunteers are given training to ensure that they have enough skills to be able to handle whatever task you need to do..
Maleny SES Volunteer group
Be Prepared for severe weather events
What to do if you need assistance
For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000).For storm and flood related property damage.
Call the State Emergency Service: 132 500. To keep up to date with Emergency Warnings
Tune into warnings and updates from your local ABC radio and TV stations
Important Phone numbers for assistance during or after a major emergency service 132 500
When disaster strikes you need to follow the advice of authorities on staying put or evacuating and follow your emergency plan.
To find out where to find assistance during or after a major emergency service.
The Maleny Visitor Information Centre is a not for profit, long-standing, independent community service, run by volunteers. The Centre is a ticket selling agency for Maleny Film Society movie screenings along with a range of quality souvenirs and postcards, with a distinctively Maleny flavour along with information about places and events around the area.
The Centre is situated at 2/23 Maple Street, Maleny. It is open 7 days a week between 9.30am-4.00pm. Closed only on Good Friday and Christmas Day. If you have lost something on your visit to Maleny check with the centre as often items are handed in there. Phone: 07 5499 9033
To find out more about the Maleny Visitors Information Centre and talk to the volunteers or visit the web site: https://malenyinfocentre.edublogs.org/ In this year for Safer Internet, Australians are being called to Connect. - Reflect. - Protect. More information can be found here: https://www.esafety.gov.au/newsroom/whats-on/safer-internet-day-2023
“1987
- Maleny Hospital during construction”
“Overlooking
Maleny during the 1980’s. The Maleny Hospital was constructed in 1987.” In the foreground is Regends Dairy Farm where today sits Maleny Grove Retirement Villiage. Notice how much open area there was then.
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