Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club Results for the period to 06.06.2025
Congratulations to Meg and Mat on their wedding at the Maleny Show on Saturday May 31st.
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Sunkist Juicers played a pivotal role in popularising freshsqueezed orange juice during the 1930’s. These machines could be afforded by the richer families and were seen more as a status symbol.
Maleny Music Festival 2025
Once again the sweet sounds are also set to flow in the hinterland, with Maleny Music and Performing Arts Inc. receiving $9,500 for the annual Maleny Music Festival which will be held between the 7th and 9th November, 2025. The first festival was held in 2012.. This year’s event would include more than 120 acts.
“It will feature local musicians playing folk, traditional Irish, blues and Americana, as well as performing poetry, dance, acrobatics, workshops and activities for children,” said Mr Tony Collins who is event manager.
This event gives our community a wonderful opportunity to connect through music and creativity, while also showcasing Maleny as a wonderful, hinterland destination.
“It’s important to the event organisers that ticket prices are affordable, so the festival remains accessible to everyone, while also providing paid employment opportunities for our musicians too. And of course, an increase in visitors to Maleny also means more money spent at local businesses.” he continued. “The festival is family-friendly, and we encourage all ages to come along, with kids under 12 free.”
Because the Festival is a small, inclusive festival, the atmosphere
Witta State School is 100 years since opening in 1925.
The old Witta State School is celebrating 100 years since it was opened in 1925 with a “roll call” of past students on Sunday June 8th t the school precinct between 11a.m. and 3p.m. There will be a display of photographs and stories from the past.
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Sunkist Juicer - 1930’s as seen in only very posh kitchens
Around Glass house Electorate with Mr Andrew Powell M.P.
Rail Upgrade Works (B2N Project)
…. Beerburrum to Glass House Mountains
Rail Upgrade Works are being undertaken on (B2N Project) – Beerburrum to Glass House Mountains
For the next two weeks, service investigations will take place across several locations. Motorists can expect intermittent traffic changes, including lane closures & reduced speed limits at the locationsLocations:
Noise & delays possible — please follow signage, drive safely & allow extra time. This upgrade will soon allow greatervrail services to the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Just some local news from Fisher
Celebrating “World Milk Day”
June 1st was World Milk Day and I celebrated local Hall of Famers like Maleny Dairies and legends like Peachester Dairies — right here in Fisher on the Sunshine Coast! For three years running, Maleny Dairies has taken out the Food & Agribusiness (Large Business) title at the Sunshine Coast Business Awards, earning their well-deserved Hall of Fame status.
Dairy is part of Australia’s Simple Greatness — nourishing our communities and supporting local jobs. So today, let’s raise a glass to the farmers and local businesses that keep us going. By supporting local businesses such as Maleny and Peachester Dairies we are supporting local communities and local employment.
Concept IT Systems
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Trading Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 9am to 1pm
Closed Sunday & Public Holidays
Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston
To contact Cr Winston Johnston winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Council’s RADF Funding almost gone
Get your applications in quick! The RADF rolling grants fund is almost gone. There’s still some budget left to support artist development and small arts projects this financial year.
Arts Projects - Small Grants: Do you have a project burning a hole in your pocket? Council provides funding to artists, organisations, and collectives to support high quality arts projects that deliver outcomes aligned to the Sunshine Coast Creative Arts Plan and illustrate a clear benefit to the region. There is up to $3,000 per grant available.
Artist Development - Professional Development Grants: Are you an artist looking to level up? Grow your skills, practice, and career through structured opportunities like residencies, conferences and workshops. Up to $1,500 per grant available. Grants are available until funds are expended. Reach out to the Creative Arts team if you’d like to discuss your application.
Apply now via Sunshine Coast Council’s website.
Maleny District Park Consultation
The Maleny District Park is now in the final planning stage.. Imagine a park with:
The Lookout’: Stunning views and picnic spots
The Bails’: Playgrounds and stargazing lawns
POLITICAL
COMMENT MADE BY Queensland Opposition Leader Steven
Miles
“The LNP needs to “go find the money” to build a new spinal injuries unit at the Princess Alexandra Hospital.”
This comes after the former Queensland Labor Government promised it , but left no money to deliver their promised “state of the art” spinal unit at that hospital.
The Hill’: Mountain bike skills course and mega slide
The Hub’: Fenced dog exercise area, sports courts, and barbecue areas
We’ve drafted a concept plan for a new district park and crafted these spaces with your ideas in mind. Now it’s time to see if we’ve hit the mark.
The district park has been divided into four distinct areas, each offering a variety of different recreational experiences.
‘The Lookout’ along North Maleny Road will be an ideal location to take in the views across the precinct with a viewing spot and picnic facilities proposed.
‘The Bails’ near the old Fairview Milking Bails proposes a small playground, open lawn area and several picnic locations which could be a great space for gathering during the day or to view the stars at night.
Next to Cloudwalk Estate, ‘The Hill’ takes advantage of the natural topography of the area for a proposed mountain bike skills course, a ‘mega’ slide and viewing places over the wetlands and forest.
community in late 2025.
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 Show Crowd. - year not known!”
The Maleny Show has always been well supported by locals. This photo shows the well presented crowd and the less than perfect show ring and grounds. Does anyone know the year this was taken?
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June 6th 1944. D Day The Allied liberation of Europe.
By the time that you read this it will be exactly 81 years since the liberation of Europe from the NAZI’s would have begun.
June 6, 1944, marked D-Day, the day Allied forces launched the invasion of Normandy, France, during World War II. This event, codenamed Operation Overlord, involved the largest amphibious invasion in history, with over 5,000 ships and landing craft transporting more than 150,000 troops to five beaches in Normandy. D-Day was a pivotal moment in the Allied liberation of Europe, marking the beginning of a long and costly campaign that ultimately led to the downfall of Nazi Germany.
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
“Some
Parents fail
their kids”
“Why are children away from home between 9p.m. and 6a.m.”
Daily we see or hear on the local newscasts about the serious and often deadly criminal acts carried out by children under the age of 12 years between the hours of 9p.m. and 6a.m. We often immediately blame the kids for their serious criminal acts, and to a point that is true because by the age of 12 years they should know the difference between right and wrong.
There is also negligence on the part of parents who fail to control the movements of youths under the age of 12 between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. The fact that some parents don’t poses serious concerns for child safety, community well-being, and responsible parenting. Children at this age are particularly vulnerable, lacking the maturity and decisionmaking ability to navigate the risks that emerge during late-night hours. Allowing them to roam unsupervised during this time not only places them in potential danger but also contributes to issues such as juvenile delinquency, truancy, and exposure to harmful environments. Parental responsibility is fundamental in shaping a child's behaviour and ensuring their protection. When children are permitted to be out at night without supervision, it reflects a troubling level of disregard for their welfare. These late hours are often associated with increased risks of crime, exploitation, and accidents. A child under 12 should be in a secure environment—typically at home—engaging in activities that promote rest, learning, and development. Their presence in public or unsupervised spaces at night raises legitimate concerns about neglect. Moreover, this negligence can place additional burdens on law enforcement and community resources. Curfew laws and community guidelines exist to protect children, and when parents fail to enforce them, it undermines these protections. In many cases, such neglect may indicate broader family instability or a lack of proper guidance at home. Ultimately, the responsibility lies with parents or guardians to ensure their children are not placed in avoidable danger. Active engagement, supervision, and clear boundaries are necessary for healthy childhood development. Allowing young children to be unsupervised during late hours is not only irresponsible—it is a failure to uphold the most basic duties of care and protection that every child deserves. Perhaps there should be some penalty or other action taken against negligent parents to ensure that they make a concerted effort from an early age of the child to install proper behaviour. It is too late to do so by the time the child reaches pre-teen ears as by then the harmful behaviour has been instilled into the child and it will in almost all cases remain with that child all through their life.
If parents can’t then society must step in.
Truthful Jones says And he swears that it 100% true - No Bulls##t”
Truthful’s elderly brother from Ireland was in Maleny visiting him. He decided to go to Caloundra and have a walk along Dicky Beach.
When walking along the beach. he finds a bottle and rubs it. Out comes a genie. The genie agrees to grant him three wishes.
The Irishman says, "I've been walking on this beach all day. I'm thirsty. I wish I could have a mug of beer that never ends."
Poof, a frosty mug of beer appears in his hand. He drinks it down and sure enough, it fills itself back up again.
So the Irishman drinks that mug down. And it magically refills. He drinks again; it refills again.
By this time he's beginning to feel the effects, but the genie is also getting a big irritated. He's tapping his feet, looking at his watch, etc., and finally the genie says, "I got places to be. Have you decided on your other two wishes?”
The Irishman, staggering around by this time, looks at the mug as it fills up again, thinks for a minute, and says, "Yeah, just give me two more of these.”
Moral of story: Some people have nothing whilst others never know when they have enough of anything.
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Australian Owned and made brands of Ultra-Premium paints
Interior pure acrylic formulated to allow tough everyday stains such as coffee, red wine & beetroot to be removed almost without trace.
It is the best choice for walls, hallways, family rooms & ceilings. Australis Pristine is easy to apply with no messy spatter and with minimal care will give long lasting service.
It has a 15 year guarantee. This paint will give good service over a long period of time if it surfaces are properly prepared and paint properly applied. This paint has been specially developed to assist with the removal of common household stains. Stains such as coffee, red wine and beetroot may be removed almost without trace, by the use of a damp cloth and a household cleaner, such as Ajax Spray ‘n’ Wipe as soon as possible for best results and within 30 minutes of contamination.
Australis Pristine is easy to apply with brushes or rollers and easily cleans up with water..
Method of Application
Brush, roller or spray
Satisfactory with most equipment
Observe the State Spray Painting Regulations
Stir well before use using a broad, flat paddle in a scooping motion
Do not apply if temperature is below 10C or likely to fall below 10C during drying
Do not apply if rain is expected or in excessively hot, dry conditions
Mould, fungal infected surfaces and efflorescence must be treated to eliminate the possibility of recurrence.
Coverage will vary depending on the profile and porosity of the painted surface, but generally approximately 16 square metres per litre and two coats are recommended for good coverage.
Thinning can be done with Water – Use up to 100ml per litre to aid application if necessary in hot, dry conditions.
Australis Pristine comes in several gloss finishes, matt - low sheen - satin. It comes in sizes from 1lt to 15 its. It is suitable for all walls in hallways, ceilings, family rooms, bedrooms, laundry and bathroom.
Australis Pristine is proudly Australian Family owned and made for Australians!
Special Price for this month - limited stock. We get price rise on July 1st
Australis Pristine interior Ultra Premium - White Base
Hard Wax Oil for your precious woodwork will save the day!
Mirka Sanders and Sandpaper
Use Mirka sanders and abrasive products for precise, long-lasting performance. Highquality Mirka sanders and abrasives are designed for professional results. They are available at Maleny Paint Supplies.
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.
Call in and discuss your cabinet needs.
Maleny Paint Special
Australis Pristine Interior Paint
Australis Pristine Low Sheen is an Ultra Premium Interior pure acrylic formulation to allow tough everyday stains such as coffee, red wine & beetroot to be removed almost without trace. It is the best choice for walls, hallways, family rooms & ceilings.
Australis Pristine is easy to apply with no messy spatter and with minimal care will give long lasting service. It has a low VOC and can be applied by Brush, roller or spray.
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.
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COMPANY DIRECTORS BEWARE !
With Tove Easton of Easton Lawyers, Maleny
The days when Company Directors could plead ignorance of their Company’s affairs are long gone with the courts showing very little sympathy for Director who use ignorance as a defence. No longer can a Director argue that the appointment was a token appointment or one that he or she was pressured into accepting.
Directors are expected to:
• Be proactive and actively participate in the management of the Company. Total nonparticipation is impermissible;
• Understand the role that a Director performs;
• Ensure that the solvency of the Company can be monitored on a continuing basis.
Directors in particular have an obligation to prevent their Company from incurring debts that the Company cannot pay for.
A Director is also expected to be able to judge the fine line between solvency and insolvency and be ready to act to prevent the Company engaging in insolvent trading. However to be able to identify the fine line between solvent and insolvent trading is not an easy one.
It is the Company’s cash-flow which is of crucial importance and this is where the line between solvent and insolvent trading can be found. A Company is only solvent if it is able to pay all of its debts "as and when they fall due” – not just some of its debts. A Company that has a surplus of assets over liabilities can still be technically insolvent because of the lack of cash flow to cover its debts.
If it is alleged that a Director has contravened the Corporations Act in relation to insolvent trading the Director must be able to prove one of the following as defence:
• when the Company incurred the debt the Director had reasonable grounds to expect that the Company was solvent and would remain solvent even if the debt was incurred; or
• when the Company incurred the debt the Director had reasonable grounds to believe (and actually believed) that a subordinate in the Company was competent enough to provide the correct information about the Company’s solvency status and that the
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Director relied upon this information; or
• that when the debt was incurred the Director, because of illness or some other good reason, was unable to take part in the management of the company at that time; or
• that the Director took all reasonable steps to stop the Company from incurring the debt.
It is clear that although Directors may delegate certain responsibilities to other subordinates in the Company, they are still obliged to have an active role in the management of the affairs of the Company. To fail in this obligation to properly discharge the duties of the office of a Director could lead to personal exposure to liability and in many cases significant sums of money.
is happening in other parts of the world. It is easy to explore through Online Newspapers
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Pagliacci is coming to Maleny
Pagliacci is an Italian opera in a prologue and two acts, with music and libretto by Ruggero Leoncavallo. Maleny Singers in collaboration with Kim Kirkman's Inspiration Project Choir, together with the Maleny Performing Arts Orchestra, and guest artists Vanessa West and Shelden Mathieson bring the opera to Maleny Community Centre on 14, 15, 21 & 22 June..
This powerful, emotionally charged black comedy opera is packed with passion, betrayal and unforgettable music. Featuring a talented cast of local and guest performers, including the wonderful Vanessa West who returns to Maleny as Nedda, this is one you won’t want to miss.
Four performances only: June 14, 15, 21 and 22 at the Maleny Community Centre. All performances commence at 3pm.
Tickets are available online at Trybooking and are selling fast so book now at https://www.trybooking.com/DAATM
Maleny Community Groups & When they meet!
Community Groups that form the back bone of the Maleny Community
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
June is not too late to be vegetable planting months in SE Qld. Try tomatoes, capsicums and eggplants; lettuce; radish; beetroot and silverbeet; beans; cucumber and zucchini; cabbage, broccoli; turnip, onion, garlic. If you really want to try broad beans, parsnips or cauliflower, get them in without delay.
Don’t forget our expanded garden section
At Maleny Hardware & Rural Supplies, we take pride in offering the Maleny community a wide range of garden products designed to make your gardening projects successful and enjoyable.
Whether you’re planting vibrant flowers, growing your own vegetables, or landscaping your outdoor space, we have everything you need to bring your vision to life.
The Story Bridge in Brisbane spans the Brisbane River between Kemp Place and Kangaroo Point, Brisbane. It was built between 1935 and 1940.
Construction began on May 24, 1935, with the first sod being turned by the then Premier of Queensland, William Forgan Smith. The bridge was completed and opened to traffic on July 6th, 1940.
The Story Bridge is one of Brisbane’s most iconic landmarks, renowned for its distinctive cantilevered design and historical significance. Spanning the Brisbane River, it connects the northern suburb of Fortitude Valley with the southern suburb of Kangaroo Point. mmThe bridge stands as a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the people involved in its construction.
Origins and Construction
The Story Bridge was conceived during the Great Depression as part of a state government initiative to provide employment and stimulate economic activity. Construction commenced in 1935 under the direction of the Queensland Government, with the Evans, Deakin-Hornibrook Construction Co. Pty Ltd consortium overseeing the project.
Northern End under construction 1938
The main beams of the bridge were manufactured at the Evans Deakin industrial complex on Evans Road, Moorooka. The design was led
Northern End under construction 1938
Water Police Building at left & used until early 2000’s
by Dr. John Bradfield, renowned for his work on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Remarkably, over 95% of the steel used was manufactured in Australia, underscoring the project’s national significance. Three men died during the construction of the bridge. The price of building the bridge at that time was 1.6 million pounds.
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The bridge was officially opened on 6 July 1940 by Governor Sir Leslie Orme Wilson, with an estimated 37,000 people attending the ceremony . Initially named the Jubilee Bridge in honour of King George V, it was renamed the Story Bridge after John Douglas Story, a senior public servant who played a pivotal role in its planning
Design and Specifications
The Story Bridge is the longest cantilever bridge in Australia, stretching 777 meters in length and rising 74 meters above the Brisbane River. Its central span measures 282 meters, making it the largest steel cantilever bridge in the country . The bridge was designed to accommodate vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic, reflecting a forward-thinking approach to urban infrastructure. The bridge had to be designed to give clearance to cargo ships as cargo ships went right up to the wharves at the now Southbank until the late 1970’s. Where Southbank now stands were warehouses where overseas cargo ships discharged their cargoes.
Historical Significance
Beyond its engineering feats, the Story Bridge holds a special place in Brisbane's history. During World War II, twin air raid shelters were constructed beneath the bridge to protect
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civilians. In the 1974 floods, the bridge played a crucial role in rescue operations, with emergency services using it as a vantage point to coordinate relief efforts. The bridge also served as a backdrop for various cultural events, including the city's first riverside beach in 1986 and the launch of the Story Bridge Adventure Climb in 2005 .
The Story Bridge Adventure Climb is one of only three bridge climbs in the world. Climbing over the steel structure gives you an incredible bird's eye view over Brisbane City, Kangaroo Point and far beyond to the distant mountain ranges and up the Brisbane River.
Recent Developments
As the bridge approaches its 85th anniversary, concerns have emerged regarding its structural integrity. Reports indicate that the bridge is showing signs of deterioration, including concrete spalling and rust issues, which have led to restrictions for cyclists and pedestrians. Estimates suggest that refurbishment costs could reach up to $1 billion, with a business case funded by the federal government expected by 2027 .
Currently, the bridge is repainted every seven
The bridge has 536 decorative lights can be changed to any colour (except brown) with just the click of a button. Thy can be scheduled to light-ups of this Brisbane icon to help promote and raise awareness for a range of events and campaigns.
The bridge has even had a song written about it “Underneath the Story Bridge” by Maleny’s Own group “The Goodwills”.. The original version of that song certainly caught the simplicity and reality of living underneath the Story Bridge. An updated version of that song tells just how that simple life has changed living for those living underneath the Story Bridge - “KathunkKathunk - Kathunk. Those who have lived there would know just what this means.
Unfortunately, the bridge became one of Australia's most notorious suicide hotspots. As a result 3m high barriers finally installed on Story Bridge, where 130 people have died since 1975. It was ironical that the Water Police Station was conveniently located under the northern side of the bridge. Following the installation of the barriers there was an 87.3 per cent decline in jumping deaths.
Despite these challenges, the Story Bridge remains a beloved symbol of Brisbane's heritage and resilience.
The Brisbane City Council has invested more than $120 million in the Story Bridge over the past 20 years, which was in addition to spending around $3 million a year to maintain the bridge over the long term.
A roadmap to restore the Story Bridge by 2040 has been outlined by a team of
national infrastructure experts and efforts are underway to secure funding for its preservation, thus ensuring that future generations can continue to admire and utilise this iconic structure.
The funding for a full restoration is beyond the financial capacity of the council. How to fund the restoration is being considered and some of the options include:.
• annual joint contributions over a 15-year restoration project by the Queensland and Australian governments and Council; or
• the reintroduction of a toll like that in place on Sydney Harbour Bridge; or
• an annual rates levy and corporate sponsorship
Whilst nine of these options will be popular, unfortunately a difficult choice will have tone made.
These is just no option to allow the bridge to
News from Witta Recreational Club
Proudly bought to you by David Lowden Excavations
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 Mapleton had a tramway to Nambour
The Mapleton Tramway was an 18 km long 2 ft gauge railway, which climbed the Highworth and Blackall Ranges, west of Nambour. . In many places the line was located on shelves in the mountainsides with magnificent views over the coastal lands to the sea. It used steep gradients and very sharp curves, and reached 380 metres (1247 ft) altitude.
The line was built over the first range by the Moreton Central Sugar Mill Company of Nambour between 1897 and 1904. Apart from the sugar crop it also carried passengers and mails.
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 07 5494 2335 & leave a message 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
“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.
Make Australia Make Again!
If you want to live in a country that builds things you have to buy things that your country builds!
How much battery power do I need for my home?
Purchasing a battery is a big decision and you want to make sure you make the right choice – especially when we’re talking about battery size. At Redback, we get it. It’s difficult to know what battery will work best for your home and your lifestyle.
We always recommend talking with an accredited installer in your area, as they’re fully trained to look at all your individual needs and advise on the correct sized system.
RedEarth’s PowerOasis is a fully integrated, ready-to-run and modular Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) catering for the niche 50-400kVA power range.
It has the option to use both the inbuilt solar PV MPPT or AC-coupled solar PV inverters can be added.
Certified Energy Solutions
WE ARE PROUD TO BE A NETCC APPROVED RETAILER
Certified Energy Staff and friends recently were off to contribute to the Clean up Fraser Island weekend hosted by 4wd Queensland Association.
All major local 4x4 clubs converge to the island to clean up a stretch allocated to each club of rubbish both left from uncaring tourists and floating rubbish off shore.
It was a great initiative and we were all happy to be part of it!
While the media is pushing to close beaches to 4wds they conveniently leave out all the good our local clubs do for the local environment.
Over 8 tonnes of rubbish was collected by the combined efforts of 826 Volunteers, 338 Vehicles from the various clubs and their friends.
This event has been proudly run this for 24 years and we look forward to being back to celebrating 25 years in 2026.
“A good job well done.”.
Local Community News
Latest Community Groups news and updates
Maleny Senior Citizens Notes
MANAGEMENT MEETINGS ARE NORMALLY THE 3RD
MONDAY AND GENERAL MEETING 4TH MONDAY EACH MONTH
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
July 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.
Sausage sizzle … 6th
Movies … 20th 230pm
“Most happenings at seniors start at 9am unless otherwise specified.
Maleny Bowls Club
Don’t forget the Tuesday Jackpot Pair Bowls EVERY Tuesday 8.30a.m. for 9a.m. start. Pairs. - 2 x 10 ends
You can keep “”Up to Date” with Maleny Club Newsletter at https://malenybowlsclub.com.au/newsletter.html
Maleny Calendar of Events 2025.
✦ Maleny Singers “Pagliacci”. Four performances only: June 14, 15, 21 and 22 at the Maleny Community Centre. All performances commence at 3pm.
✦ June - June 14th - 15th -21st and 22nd at 3p.m. and performed at the Maleny Community Centre.
✦ June 28th and 29th at 2p.m. Maleny Players will be presenting “The Changes”. Life keeps shifting, and so do we! Changes is a vibrant and moving production that dives into the rollercoaster of modern life.
✦ Maleny Lions Club and Maleny RSL Trivia Night. - June 28th from 6p,m, Free tea and coffee, prizes for best dressed table
✦ Arts Alive Maleny - August 2nd 6p.m.10p.m. Nore details at https:// events.humanitix.com/arts-alive-maleny
✦ 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
Easton Lawyers of Maleny is now a local “Hall of Fame” business
EASTON Lawyers were inducted into the Glassies Hall of Fame at the annual local business awards in recognition of their years of tireless service to the Maleny and hinterland communities.
The Glassies celebrates the people behind our region’s local small businesses – the heart and soul of our community”.
A Senior’s thoughty!
“"Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears."
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
Melba Cafe and Bakery was a well-known establishment situated in the heart of the business centre of Maleny during the 1920’s and 1930’s.
The business started as a cafe about 1911 and in 1930 it extended to include an up-to-date bakery. They installed a most modern bakery plant
The firm of Walker and Co. comprising of two brothers, Messrs. R. G. and W. Walker who were descendants of a pioneering family of the Blackall Range. The business was conducted though Mr. M'Lean who was a baker of quality bread, pastry, and cakes. Meals at all hours could be obtained.
Catering for tourist parties is a specialty of the business. General cafe lines are carried, including fresh fruit, confectionery, soft drinks, Peter's ice creams, and fresh vegetables.
(From the Courier Mail in 1931. - who knows more about this business.)
