Maleny Grapevine Community News and Maleny District Sports Club Results for the period to 21.05.2021

Friday, 21 May 2021

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Maleny Show 2021 ready set go!

In spite of the COVID-19 epidemic and following the cancellation of the 2020 show as a result the Maleny Agricultural Show will go ahead with more family events including KC’s Fireworks on both nights.

Even though there will be no Rodeo this year there will plenty to keep everyone entertained. One event that will prove extremely popular is the Monster Truck Extravaganza which will also be on both nights with the Saturday night being an extra special truck show.

Popular Maleny Musician Damien Barnes will also be on stage on both nights. So, you can see there will be plenty to keep everyone entertained - so don’t miss it.

Parking in the Show Grounds will be extremely limited, but there will be a courtesy bus continually running from three off-site parking areas. The rst bus will commence at 8 a.m. and then continue until late at night. Those areas are situated at the Maleny Historical Village, Maleny High School and Maleny Dairies Farm 44 Tallowood Street, Maleny.

Please support businesses mentioned herein!

Shopping Local encourages you to do just that: shop local and rediscover the quality, savings and bene ts of shopping right here at home.

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Around Division 5 with Cr Winston Johnston To contact Cr Winston Johnston winston.johnston@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

New Tables at Porters Farm

Maleny Showgrounds Amenities Upgrade

New picnic tables have been installed on Porters Farm Park, Maleny - The tables are picnic combo tables and the installation is not completed.

The Maleny Showgrounds Amenities Upgrade has been completed in time for the upcoming Maleny Agricultural Show.

This project involved the removal and disposal of 2 existing picnic combos which had reached the end of their life. The 2 new tables are installed on concrete slabs.

All works were completed in conjunction with the upgrade of the newly renovated secretaries of ce with which we shared our site.

Speed reduction Maleny-Stanley River Road

The Department of Main Roads has advised that a three mile section of Maleny-Stanley River Road west of Maleny between Witham Road and River Road has had a speed reduction from80kph to 70kph.

This followed complaints about speed and a study of accident statistics which caused a review of the roadway.

The work included site preparation including the removal of the existing vegetation; Construction and t out of the amenities building; landscaping, drainage and pathways including PWD car space.

All appropriate signage has now been implemented.

Walking Whilst Drawing Sensory Walk with Libby Derham On June 5th, 2021 between 10a.m. and 11.30a.m. you can join watercolour artist Libby Derham as she takes you on an immersive sensory drawing walk through Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Mountain View Road, Maleny.

Inside the amenities block we have 3x male urinals, 4x cubicles with 1 ambulant, 1x PDW with shower and baby change table, 1x change room with separate cubical and sink, change room benches and internal shower and 3x main basins.

This is a great opportunity to learn to slow down and soak up the sights, sounds and scents of the reserve rainforest, whilst creating a personal record of your journey on a mark-making scroll. After the walk, Libby will share how she turns these scrolls into contemporary watercolour works of art.

Covid Checkin App now mandatory in Qld The COVID-19 check-in app for all is now mandatory in Queensland for all bars, pubs and cafes.

Libby will supply paper rolls (for mark-making scrolls), pencils and clipboards for participants.

The Check In Qld app provides one source for contact tracing, streamlining the contact tracing process when cases arise.

https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Experience-SunshineCoast/Events/Whats-On/3924

You can book your place via the web site:

Further information can be obtained via the email; cclp@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Have you got your code?

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Emergency Services and Disaster Preparedness Expo If you’ve ever wanted to watch a helicopter water bombing, see re ghters respond to a blaze or observe a mock crash scene rescue, be sure not to miss the Emergency Services and Disaster Preparedness Expo.

This family-friendly event will be held at the Sunshine Coast Stadium on Sunday 30 May from 10am to 2pm.

emergency services personnel respond when the worst happens.

“As well as all the exciting demonstrations, there will be stalls hosted by council and the emergency services where you can collect stamps on a passport and go in the draw to win some fantastic prizes.”

Mayor Jamieson said the expo was also a great opportunity to The renowned Queensland Police meet and thank emergency Pipes and Drums will be keeping services workers for their efforts in the crowd entertained and you keeping our community safe. can even step inside impressive “When severe storms strike, res emergency service vehicles, plus rage, tragic road incidents occur, so much more. and even throughout the Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson today launched the event alongside emergency services representatives who have partnered with council to deliver the expo.

“As we know all too well here on the Sunshine Coast, disaster can strike anytime and anywhere,” Mayor Jamieson said.

continuing COVID-19 pandemic, during the most dif cult of times our emergency services are there for us.

“Don’t miss this chance to get a better understanding of how they work and what you can do to support them – all while having a fun day out with your family.”

Attendees will also have the chance to vote for their favourite nalist in the award-winning Sunshine Coast Get Ready Schools Competition, which challenges primary-school students to create a 30-second “The expo will offer people of all ages the opportunity to both learn video highlighting the importance of having a “WHAT-IF-PLAN” so how to prepare for emergencies everyone knows what to do when and see rst-hand how disaster strikes.

“No one is immune, so the best thing you can do is ensure you, your family and neighbours know exactly what to do when faced with a disaster or emergency.

For more information on the Emergency Services and Disaster Preparedness Expo visit council’s website at. https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/

RIP “Doug Watson” Another sad day with the passing of long time member Doug Watson.

Doug passed away on Saturday, 8th May. His funeral was on Monday 17th May at the Maleny Uniting Church.

The Watson family have been a part of Maleny for long time, coming to Maleny with his family in 1944.

Our condolences go out to the entire Watson Family.

Witta Country Market The Witta Country Market is held on the third Saturday of every month - rain, hail or shine from 7.30am - 12 midday.

The market is held at the Witta Community Reserve, formerly the Witta State School site just 10 minutes outside of Maleny.

Locally grown vegetables, meats and honey. Locally made cheese, bread and artisan food products are all available.

The Market showcases some of the nest local produce, arts and crafts in the region.

So when are you going to attend.

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Friday, 21 May 2021

Mr Andrew Wallac Federal Member for Fisher

Federal Budget 2021 Mr Wallace, Federal Member for Fisher says that the 2021 Budget is a winner for Fisher residents and all Australians and it will secure the region’s recovery.

We are also delivering $125.7 million to States and Territories to help them meet their social and community housing responsibilities.

Some 63,000 taxpayers in Fisher will bene t from tax relief of up to $2,745 a year.

He also says that there is a dramatic increase in funding to aged care that will support 31,445 seniors in our electorate.

He says that there is record funding for health and education More than $172 million in new in our region; childcare reforms infrastructure spending on that are going to support 1,440 Fisher’s roads and rail. families in Fisher.

There will also be new The Budget’s Family Home apprenticeships and training Guarantee will help 10,000 single places. parents with dependents to purchase a home with a deposit Not to mention fantastic new funding for mental health, eating of as little as 2%, while we are disorders treatment and for the also increasing the maximum prevention of family, domestic amount of voluntary and sexual violence. contributions which can be released under the First Home For more information you can Super Saver Scheme to $50,000 visit: and funding another 10,000 New http://www.budget.gov.au Home Guarantees.

The weather is a bit chilly With the weather turning decidedly colder the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre would love donations of blankets for winter for those less fortunate and also feeling the cold.

Please wash any blankets prior to bringing them in.

The Neighbourhood Centre is open between 9 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday and is situated in Bi-Centenary Lane, Maleny.

While we do appreciate material donations that support our Emergency Relief Program, please do not leave donations at our door because we have limited space.

If you have something that you think that we may want, please phone us rst on 5499 9345.

Alternatively, you could take those items to the Salvation Army Store or any other charity of your choice.

Maleny Players Play Reading Due to the Maleny show at the Showgrounds, the next Play Reading will be on Friday May 28th at the Home of President Barbara Thomas at 9.30am.

Please phone Jill Morris on 0427 624 090 for further information and to con rm if you are attending.

We will be reading The Cocktail Party, a comedy by T S Eliot, which the poet/playwright completed after many drafts (acknowledging mentor E Martin Brown) in time for the 1949 Edinburgh Festival.

Eliot made substantial changes to Act III following the festival performance - which were included in our published version (1950).

If readers have favourite poems by Eliot, please bring them along to share.

We don't think of Eliot as a playwright but he did write Murder in the Cathedral! The Cocktail Party is elegantly written, with 8 satisfying parts. ..

No need to dress for cocktails - but there will be tea, coffee and something sweet.

All welcome!

For more information email: malenyplayers@gmail.com

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Friday, 21 May 2021

Around Glass house Electorate

Upcoming Maleny Events

with Mr Andrew Powell

Maleny Show - Maleny Show-grounds.

May 28th and 29th.

May is Cystic fibrosis month

Come & Try Day - Maleny Croquet Club.

- June 5th between 9a.m. + 12m.d.

Maleny Show-Grounds.

May is the month of awareness for cystic brosis

Jack Wilcox book launch “Looks Like Rain” 12 June 10 am Maleny RSL

Cystic brosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that affects mostly the lungs, but also the pancreas, liver, kidneys, and intestine. Long-term issues include dif culty breathing and coughing up mucus as a result of frequent lung infections.

Yeoman of the Guard - Maleny Singers. June 12th - 13th - 19th - 20th Maleny Community Centre.

Also known as 65roses since 1965 when an observant four year old, hearing the name of his disease for the rst time, pronounced cystic brosis as 65 roses.

Apex Trivia Night 19 June 6.00 pm Maleny Show Pavilion KnitFest Yarn & Fibre Festival 3 & 4 July Maleny’s Main Street

Drag Queen Bingo Beyond Blue Fundraiser 7 August 6.00 pm Maleny RSL.

Cystic brosis is an inherited disease caused by mutations in a gene called the cystic brosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene It’s certainly not easy for people living with this disease, and it’s not uncommon for them to take up to 80 tablets a day - the equivalent of one bathtub of medication a year.

Vix & The Slick Chick 20th August 6.30 pm Maleny RSL.

To nd out more about Cystic Fibrosis visit the web site: https://www.cystic brosis.org.au/about-cf/what-is-cf

Kevin Howell Open Day 28 August Maleny Historical Society, Mens Shed & the Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club Pioneer Village.

In Australia, one in 2,500 babies are born with CF. A person with CF undergoes constant medical treatments and physiotherapy.

Maleny Handmade Markets 24 & 25 July 8 am - 3 pm Maleny Community Centre

If you’re interested in supporting Cystic Fibrosis Queensland, they have a fundraising target of $65,000 for May and you can purchase a virtual rose for just $5 at

“Welcome to Maleny" Maleny Lions 11 September 3.00 pm MDSRC Clubhouse and Ziza Field.

http://www.65rosesqld.com.au

WEEKLY COMMUNITY EVENTS! Maleny Trail park run every Saturday 7.00 am Maleny District Sport & Rec Club House Maleny Precinct Maleny Scottish Country Dancing every Monday 7 to 9 pm RSL Hall. Call 0432 251 606 Ukulele Group every Monday time TBA Pioneer Village Badminton every Monday 6.30-8.30 pm High School Activity Centre Open House Morning every Friday 10.00 am - 12 noon Pattemore House 15, Porters Lane Diggers Dining every Friday evening 4.30 bar opens Maleny RSL Club Acoustic Encore local musicians 7 March 6.30 pm Maleny RSL Maleny Markets every Sunday 8am to 2pm Maleny RSL Maleny PickleBall every Sunday 9am to 11a.m Maleny High School Activities Centre.

Please email your weekly regular event to malenysportspark@gmail.com

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for inclusion every week

Maleny Accident Repair Centr Shed 3/16 Lawyer Street, Maleny

5499 9200

https://malenysmash.com.au/

Maleny Accident Repair Centre Services

In Motor Vehicle Repairs, Experience Counts

MARC can give your old favourite a new coat of paint

Maleny Accident Repair Centre looks after our locals as well as from the surrounding area’s. The truth is that we work for the car owner - not the insurance company.

Have you got an old favourite vehicle that you just can’t bear to part with, but it is starting to look a bit shabby.

https://www.facebook.com/malenyarc

Sometimes we just can’t part with something that has served faithfully for so long.

to have a look at a number of photos of a completed repair mentioned in the article below:

Well, we can assist. We can give it a new coat of paint and make it look a “million dollars”.

Visit the MARC Facebook page at:

KIA recalls some models over res

We’re here to stay for our locals.

With the best customer service on the sunshine coast, why go down the coast. Stay local. - we will look after you.

Product Safety Australia has identi ed 57,851 affected vehicles, being the Kia QL Sportage for model years 2016 to 2021, and the Kia CK Stinger for model years 2017 to 2019.

Tell your insurance company you want your local to repair your car. Lifetime warranty, free detail upon completion and award winning tradesmen working on your car.

Vehicles are being recalled over fears a re could start in the engine compartment even when they are switched off and parked, with owners urged not to leave their car in the garage until it is xed.

The defect is listed in the hydraulic electronic control unit, responsible for features including anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control.

If moisture enters the hydraulic electronic control unit, an electrical short circuit can occur.

You can check on your vehicle at the web site: https://www.kia.com/au/owners/recallinformation.html

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Friday, 21 May 2021

Maleny Paint Supplies 6/14 Lawyer Street, Maleny.

Ph 54942002

www.malenypaintsupplies.com Australian Owned and made brands of Ultra-Premium paints

“Grey

away

Grain

Restorer”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6_pg6zsOv4

Rapid Application is the new and improved, ready-to-use, hose end version of the original Wet & Forget outdoor concentrate moss, mould, lichen and algae remover.

PaintBack

Wet and Forget

Leftover paint and packaging from a recent job? Did you know you can dispose of it with Paintback and it’s FREE to drop off?

There are over 150 disposal locations across Australia where you can: -Dispose up to 100L of paint at a time -Responsibly dispose of your waste paint -Recycle and reduce waste going to the land ll The closest to Maleny is Beerwah Industrial Estate.

Rapid Application works in exactly the same way as the original Wet & Forget concentrate, however it has been made easier to use and faster to apply!

Rapid Application has a unique combination of biodegradable selective fungicides to target moss, mould, lichen, algae, and general biological growth.

Like the original Wet & Forget concentrate, Rapid Application kills the spores. The weathering process gently removes the decomposing growth over What you will time without damaging the need surface it has infested.

a hose + Wet & Forget Rapid.

Wet and Forget Rapid easily connects to a standard garden hose. The stream reaches up to 8 metres (2 storeys).

Paintback can accept architectural paint, deck coatings, oor paints, primers, sealers, stains, shellacs, undercoats, varnishes, and wood coatings.

It is bleach and chlorine free, non-caustic, and non-acidic and has a pH of 8 (Water has a pH of 7).

Is non-systemic and is biodegradable. It requires no scrubbing or water blasting.

For more information on our free paint disposal program, visit https://bit.ly/2m0ErnK.

For those on tank water when runoff water will run into a water tank remove the inlets until after a good shower of rain.

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 ve dies every two minutes from diarrhoea diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.

Pro ts 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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Maleny Service 16 Lawyer Street, Maleny.

Centre

Ph 54943444

http://www.malenyservicecentre.com.au

One Stop Mechanical Services Shop Licenced Roadworthy Inspector on the premises What do you think of this?

1935 Stout Scarab The Stout Scarab is a 1930–1940s American car, designed by William Bushnell Stout and manufactured by Stout Engineering Laboratories and later by Stout Motor Car Company of Detroit, Michigan.

Only nine Stout Scarabs were ever produced, making the surviving examples prized collector cars.

It was rear-engine and rear-wheeldrive, with unibody construction instead of a body riding on a separate chassis. The Scarab had seating for six in its well-furnished cabin.

It included polished wood trim, a headliner made of wicker, and a card table. The middle seats could swivel 180 degrees, making the vehicle the perfect mobile of ce of the time.

Your One Stop Shop for Automotive Repairs – you don’t need to do the running around, we do it for you!:.

http://www.malenyservicecentre.com.au/ We are dedicated and passionate about servicing, repairing and maintaining one of your most valuable assets, your Motor Vehicle.

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Maple Street Meats Specialising in quality product and service.

Shop2/4 Maple Street, Maleny

5429 6499

When only the best will do! Ingredients

Recipes from Jeremi Cattleman’s Cutlet & Tomato Sala

500g Beef Rib Eye on the bone, trimmed (Cattleman’s Cutlet) Olive Oil 50g unsalted butter, chopped

1.

Allow steak to come to room temperature on the bench, at least 30 mins, before cooking. Preheat barbecue to high. Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar and sugar in a large bowl.

Add shallots and tomato, stir well. Add rocket and basil, toss to combine.

2.

Pat steak dry with paper towel, drizzle both sides with oil, and sprinkle with a good pinch of sea salt. Place on preheated barbecue and cook 12 minutes. Turn and cook a further 10–12 minutes. Transfer steak to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 10 mins.

3.

While the steak is resting, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sage and cook, stirring, until leaves start to crisp.

Remove from heat and drizzle over beef. Serve steak and sage butter with salad.

1tbsp whole fresh sage leaves Salt + Pepper

Tomato Salad 2 cups rocket leaves 3 large heirloom tomatoes, thickly sliced 1 Tblspolive oil 2 tsp reed wine vinegar Pinch Salt Fresh Basil Leaves

Maleny Show Society “Check in App” The 2021 Maleny Show is a Covid-19 Safe Event.

Don’t forget to download the “Check in Qld” app. to your phone!.

Then you can check in easily when you get to the Show on 28th and 29th May 2021!

There will be limited parking in the Show-grounds, however there will be a continuous bus running from the Maleny Historical Village commencing at 8a.m. and running until late.

And here’s our QR code for you to scan to get your Show tickets sorted. We have our Membership Tickets online this year. So please pop in over to the website and have a look memberships are a great way to save on a 2 day entry to the Show. https://malenyshowsociety.org.au/membership/ All enquiries can be made to the email: showday@malenyshowsociety.org.au New users can obtain their Show-day instant login by visiting: https://showday.online/showday/show/3df501ec-be8b-4b61-8af3-cd222abfd904

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Local Tradespersons When you use a local tradesperson and you know who you are dealing with!

Tony & Di’s Home Maintenance

Brett Cooper Builder Builders Lic . 15045940. -

HIA. 863583

Talk to us about your new home!

ABN. 47988681738

email:

No job too small - Carpentry - Painting Tiling General Repairs & Maintenance

brettcooperbuilding@gmail.com

0409987995

0487770653

AA Plus Jobs

Arandall Painting

Adrian Gault

Paul & Jamie

When only the best will do!

QBCC No 1113664

At your Service

Quality Painting & Decorating with over 40 years experience

All odd jobs, Small Renovations, Landscaping. Floor Sanding + installation, Restoration and Painting

0429878095

0409766795

Matt Billing Maintenance

Here is a local Facebook Page worth having a look at especially at this time of year

Brushcutting, hedging, small and big chainsaw pruning you name it

Give us a Go!

Sustainable Living

Matthews garden maintenance we can deliver/ spread mulch for your gardens. Lawn mowing + Pruning.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 589804454430776

0459076019

Advertise your local business here for just $15 per mth Published Digitally on First & Third Friday of each month.

Visit web site at http://www.issuu/hinterlandgrapevine (then pick the issue wanted)

For more information contact Maleny Paint on 54942002

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The Hinterlandgrapevine Online News Maleny Chamber

of

Commerce

News

Have you got your Local Shopping Gift Card Yet?

Small Business COVID Relief Hospitality Check-in App now mandatory

Why Shop Locally?

From the1st May 2021, all Queensland hospitality businesses must use the Check In Qld app when signing in patrons to their premises.

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:

Those premises include the following types of hospitality businesses: Retail food services including cafes, restaurants and fast-food outlets.

This covers operations that may be part of another business, e.g. a restaurant in a casino or a café in a gallery, or a bar or restaurant at a theme park, pubs, licensed clubs, RSL clubs, function centres, bars, wineries, distilleries and microbreweries and licensed premises in hotels nightclubs.

It Creates local jobs and it is personal;

If you have any further questions, visit the FAQs section on the Queensland Government Website. If you need additional support, call the QLD COVID support line at 134 COVID - 13 42 68. https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/check-in-qld

Shopping locally helps Australia grow;

THE APPRENTICE WAGE SUBSIDY SCHEME HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER, 2021.

Shopping locally gives better consumer choice and better customer service because you are shopping with a friend;

If you engage an Apprentice or Trainee now you could be eligible for a 50% wage subsidy for the rst 12 months to a maximum of $7,000 per quarter.

There is no limit on the number of eligible trainees/ apprentices you can employ.

For businesses wishing to join Maleny Commerce go to the web address:

https://malenycommerce.org.au/membership/

Assists local businesses support local community & sporting groups;

Like to earn a quick million dollars with very little real effort and holiday at the same time!

It reduces your carbon footprint

The Longreach golf club will this year give weekend golfers the chance to join sporting immortality with a shot at $1 million in a high-stakes hole-in-one contest on July 25th.

Will you really support local businesses?

To be eligible for the million, players have to compete in at least three of the tour’s six events which take place at Biloela, Charleville, Quilpie, Blackall and Hughenden.

About Maleny Commerce

What a great way to have an all costs paid holiday. This should not be a problem for some people who con dently speak about their gol ng prowess.

Maleny and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. is an incorporated body representing the business community since 1986.

Maybe it is something that the Maleny Golf Club could consider - maybe joining the list of tour events for people looking for a stopover whilst travelling through the Sunshine Coast to Western Queensland.

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Maleny RFB

Maleny SES

Volunteer group

Volunteer group

Volunteer with Maleny RFB

Are you Storm Ready

They are looking for volunteers.

Maleny RFB will be assisting various landowners over the next couple of months to conduct Hazard Reduction Burns in the hinterland areas.

As a result of those burns there will, from time to time, some smoke hazards. Please take care, especially on our roads during those times.

On another matter, Maleny Singers have decided to devote their annual musical production to support the Maleny Fire Brigade, in honour of its crucial role in keeping res from our doors during last years severe res.

The Yeomen of the Guard, one of Gilbert and Sullivan’s more durable comic operas, will be presented at the Maleny Community Centre on June 12 at 6.30pm and June 13,19 and 20 at 2pm.

Tickets are available Online through:

As the Sunshine Coast has just experienced, severe storms can cause signi cant damage and major disruptions, so when wild weather unleashes, be sure your emergency kit is ready.

Sunshine Coast Local Disaster Management Committee advises that an emergency kit was needed in every household.

It should contain essential items to ensure your household can cope with being isolated for at least three days.

Be sure you know how to safely turn off your power, water and gas and you have identi ed the safest room in the house to shelter during dire conditions.

Don’t forget planning for your pet is also vital.

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Maleny Emergency Services Building progressing

https://disasterhub.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/#Dashboard

The new Maleny Emergency Service Building at the corner of Macadamia Drive and Dixon Avenue, Maleny has at last come out of the ground and the framework has been commenced.

It will jointly house the Maleny RFB + SES Group and Maleny Auxiliary Fire Service.

The complex was budgeted to be built for an estimated cost of $5 million.

It is expected to be nalised late 2021.

Take more care with scams This week there has been a number of people around Maleny reporting that they have been receiving phone calls from a well spoken female advising that she was from “Bank Security” and advising that some unexpected withdrawals being made “from your credit card”.

She then requests card details for security reasons and then she will have the unexpected withdrawals returned to the card.

Take care with personal details and extra care with credit and debit card details. Do not give anyone unknown permission to take control of your computer.

“There are a million scams out there - take care.”

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An Old Codger’s Thoughts and opinion As Queensland starts to move beyond the COVID crisis it is important that the State economy is brought back under control. Over the past few years the number of public servants has grown, with the majority of the increase not being in front line services, but in bureaucracy.

Up until June 30th, 2020 the Queensland’s public service workforce has grown by 35,697 since 2015 and the state's wage bill has increased by a half a billion dollars in 2020 alone. For the twelve months to June 30th, 2020 the state's wage bill come in at $26.3 billion.

The number of public servants is expected to continue to increase by at least 2% each year for the foreseeable future whilst the population growth is expected to continue at about 1.5% per year. It is expected that about 6800 extra bureaucrats will be hired this nancial year.

All of this at a time that “front line” staff such as paramedics, nurses, doctors, police and other important service providers are in short supply. It would appear that the government is more interested in completing or shuf ing paper than actually providing urgently needed services.

On top of these costs the Government also spent an estimated the estimated $100 million dollars on outside consultants to provide the government with “expert” advice.

The Queensland Government total debt is expected to increase to $102 billion by June 30th, 2021.

All of this comes at a time when GST receipts to Queensland continue to fall as a result of a spending drop due to the Covid restrictions.

On top of this all there has been an increase of $1.3 billion in the Queensland government's superannuation and employee entitlement obligations, and a decrease of $3.1 billion in the value of the investments held to fund these obligations.

Where does this leave us all as taxpaying Queenslanders. This debt will be being paid off by out greatgrandkids.

Sign seen outside of a Country Hotel at Mulgowie!

And he swears that it 100% true. No Bulls##t” Truthful said that his neighbour who lives at Witta works in Brisbane and travels each day to work by train.

After a long, busy day, his neighbour settled down in his seat after the train left Central Station . Near him sat a young blond haired lady who had closed her eyes as the train left Central station for the hour-long ride to Beerwah Station.

Unfortunately for the blond lady, within minutes, Truthful’s neighbour who was sitting close to her pulled out his cell phone and started talking in a very loud voice.

"Hi, sweetheart, it's Eric. I'm on the train. Yes, I know it's 6:30, but I had a long meeting. No, honey, not with that oozy from the accounting of ce, with the boss. No, sweetheart, you're the only one in my life.

Yes, I'm sure. Cross my heart," etc.

Fifteen minutes later, Truthful’s neighbour was still talking loudly when the young woman sitting near to him, obviously fed up with his continuous diatribe, yelled at the top of her voice, "Hey Eric, turn off that stupid phone and come back to bed!"

Lesson learnt the hard way - Eric doesn't use his phone in public anymore. I wonder if the blonde lady realises the trouble that she caused for Eric.

Perhaps many other commuters could take heed and learn a lesson from this incident, otherwise they too might have some very dif cult explaining to do when they get home.

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Barcaldine Supports Sam Signs around Barcaldine bore he message; Empty your spare change into "The Travelling Jackaroo" tins when you see him about town in coming days.”.

Sam perfectly timed his visit to Barcaldine yesterday for the Labour Day parade down the street. In his travels from Maleny to raise funds for three worthy causes, so far he has gained generous donations to the tune of about $6,000 for the RFDS (Royal Flying Doctors Service), $5,000 for the Dolly Everett Foundation in honour of the youngster who took her life as a result of cyber bullying, and approx $500 for the Drought Angels.

He has gained about 40,000 followers on his Facebook page "The Travelling Jackaroo”.

Congratulations Sam.

Travelling Jackaroo gets closer to Slim

Sam says; “I had the privilege tonight to not only listen to but to also meet Rod Coe tonight at the Wellshot Hotel Ilfracombe Qld.” Rod was in Slim Dustys Travelling Country Band for 16 years and was good mates with him and Joy

Sam’s page, now subscribed to by more than 36,000 followers, is a lively and daily account of his travels, stuffed with photos, tales and the odd video too. It’s de nitely well worth joining in the fun and you can nd it at: https://www.facebook.com/thetravellingjackaroo You can donate to the Royal Flying Doctor Service on behalf of Sam at:

It’s great getting to watch her grow from this small rescue pup into a solid proud dog. She goes everywhere with me now!

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Charleville Autocare built the dog crate for her which awesomely ts perfectly on the tractor. keeping her in the shade with plenty of air ow. We’re guessing she’ll be getting a few rides up front in the cab with Sam too, listening to Slim Dusty?

She’s a spoilt little git that’s for sure

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But the BIG news is that Sam has got himself a new travelling companion! Yes, ‘Bitsa’ now goes with Sam every inch of the way! Sam picked Bitsa up from the Charleville pound. She looks happy in her new home and we’re sure she's gonna be a great mate to have on the road.

The greatest travelling companion

Sam, Slim & Joy would be proud of what you are doing and glad that you are enjoying their music.

We’re trying to keep up with Maleny’s Sam Hughe’s adventures as he makes his way around Oz in his incredible rig to raise funds for charities. As we write, Sam’s Face Book page "The Travelling Jackeroo” tells us that he is currently working on a station near Augethella for a few days to a week.

https://rfds-qld.giveeasy.org/the-travelling-jackaroo

It was awesome to be able to catch up and speak with him about Slim and life travelling on the road.

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Local Groups News There is a Recreational Group in Maleny and Surrounds that will cater for your desires!

Good day music lovers

,Maleny Singers are very excited to be able to provide you with a performance this year.

The Yeomen of the Guard is a Gilbert and Sullivan favourite.

It has the astounding melodies you associate with G&S and is presented in the air and professionalism you have come to expect from the Maleny Singers.

Starring many of your favourite performers, The Maleny Arts Orchestra and a grand chorus of Yeomen and ladies.

Due to COVID restrictions, tickets this year will only be available via the Trybooking platform. You will however be able to go on and choose your own seats therefor avoiding the disappointment of not being able to sit where you want.......... so book early.

Unless sold out there will be tickets available at the door also.

Easy links to booking: https://www.trybooking.com/BPMNW https:www.trybooking.com/729088 facebook.com/MalenySingers/events

Probus Club of Maleny Inc

Maleny Neighbourhood News

On March 24 the Combined Probus Club of Maleny Inc is holding their AGM and will elect our office bearers for 2021/2022. They meet at the Uniting Church, Maleny at 9.30a.m.

Maleny Neighbourhood Centre would love donations of blankets for distribution to the Maleny area homeless during this winter. Please wash any blankets prior to bringing them in.

For further information contact Di Begbie on 0437514340.

Maleny Coat Rack in Operation

The Centre is open from 9 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday.

While the Centre does appreciate donations that support their Emergency Relief Program, please do not leave donations at our door because they have limited space.

If you have something that you think that we may want, please phone rst 5499 9345.

Or take those items to the Salvation Army Store or the charity of your choice.

The blanket box is now up and running in conjunction with the Coat Rack. The blanket box already has had four or ve blankets placed in it.

Later that day and just like that, down to one blanker. They are obviously needed as the weather starts to cool down.

Thanks to those of you who suggested blankets and also to those who supplied the blankets.

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Maleny Cultural & Historical Society Inc.

Vision is to “To Save and Display Maleny's History Some Maleny history with Harvey Bryce

Tough Times during the depression in Maleny Australia suffered badly during the period of the Great Depression of the 1930s. The Depression began with the Wall Street Crash of 1929 and rapidly spread worldwide.

It was common practice for local businesses such as the bakeries, Co-operative and the rest to run accounts for the farmers because the farmers were paid for their dairy products monthly.

As in other nations, Australia suffered years of high unemployment, poverty, low pro ts, de ation, plunging incomes, and lost opportunities for economic growth and personal advancement.

As the depression hit the return to farmers for their dairy products dropped to almost nothing.

Maleny families suffered throughout this time as did families throughout the world.

Realising that if the shop-keepers went broke then nobody would be able to get their everyday needs.

People become very adaptable during those tough times. During those times relief comes from some unexpected directions.

Maleny has always had a strong dairying industry and this has helped to off set some of those dif cult times.

The Singh and Kaha families, realising that they could not get work so they agreed to tend to the cattle on behalf of the new owners.

Some dairy products were sold to the butter factory by the two families whilst other of the products were used to feed the families of the two families along with the Myers and Hurst families.

As a result those farmers were unable to pay the shop-keepers for the goods that were already purchased.

The Hirst then sold their share to Jim Waddell during the depression. Jim Waddell later bought out Bob Myer's share.

This method of paying for goods continued until after the depression came to an end in the mid 1930’s thus the various retail businesses were able to survive during the economic downturn.

The farmers and the shop-keepers came to an agreement whereby the shop-keepers were paid for goods with cattle.

When the depression hit in the late1920’s - 1930’s there were two Afghan families, named The Kaha family and the Singh Family living in Maleny.

Myers and Hurst General Store was the general food and other goods store in Maleny. It was situated where Boxsells Real Estate is now situated. Myers and Hurst became perhaps the biggest purchaser of dairy cows through this scheme.

These two families had 20 children between them.

The store-keepers acquired reasonably sized herds.

Other men supported their families were a part of the Great Depression employment scheme working at the Landsborough Shire Council quarry and crushing plant which was situated at Bald Knob, Maleny.

The remains can still be seen on Hovard Road, Bald Knob.

Farmers were mostly self suf cient because they had to be, or because they could be.

Information here. is. supplied. by Maleny Cultural & Historical Society In "To collect, store, preserve, restore and display examples of past life in Maleny so we can effectively tell and show the story of our community

(07) 5499 9030.

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Maleny Community Groups & When they meet!

Community Groups that form the back bone of the Maleny Community

Maleny Rotary Club Meeting. Times 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.

6-30pm for 7pm Maleny Hotel, Bunya St. Maleny Email: secretary.maleny@rotary9600.org president.maleny@rotary9600.org

Maleny Probus Club Meeting. Times

Maleny Uniting Church, Landsborough Road, Maleny

Meet 10 am on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

Feb to November

1300 856 859

Apex Club of Maleny Meeting. Times MALENY HOTEL/MALENY BOWL'S CLUB 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

Queensland Country Womens 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

The LIONS CLUB OF MALENY-BLACKALL 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

Being a part of a community can make us feel as though we are a part of something greater than ourselves.

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Maleny Hardware & Rural Supplies Hardware - Farm Supplies - Pet Products - Garden - Fencing - Campin

Andrea & Mark Porter 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 to the new owners Andrea & Mark Porter.

The signs of spring are beginning to happen around us as the days lengthen and the earth begins to warm…

Now Now is is an an ideal ideal time time to to check check out out our our new new “Garden “Garden Section” Section”

Astute shoppers know the best places to buy

Have you seen our Camping Section?

The weather may be getting a little chilly for camping, however it is never too cold to start to prepare for spring and the next camping trip.

Have you had a look around our camping equipment section.

We have a large range of camping gear and you will be surprised at our prices.

Call in and have a talk to us about your next trip and just see what is available to make it more enjoyable.

Perspicacious buyers know the best places to shop for all their hardware and farming needs.

This little fellow obviously is discerning when choosing his “DIY” tools.

This little dude came in to get a utility knife today and he was well satis ed with the quality and the price of those in stock.

To check out the extensive range of products stocked visit the web site: https://malenyhardwareandruralsupplies.godaddysites.com/products

Phone. 07 5494 2302

https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/ For a detailed list of products and services provided go to https://malenyhardwareandrural.com.au/products

31 Coral Street, Maleny Queensland 4552, Australi Like us on Facebook for up-to-date special offers and upcoming events. https://www.facebook.com/Maleny-Hardware-Rural-Supplies-102339257834353/

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This photo was taken at the Maleny Show Pavilion in October 2008. There are many familiar fashion faces to be seen.

This night of fun was. fundraiser for the Cancer Council and was hosted by the Apex Club of Maleny.

This evening was run in conjunction with the annual “Relay for Life” which was held at the Maleny Show Grounds.

This group of “young” women who were let loose on the unsuspecting Maleny community caused many heart palpitations.

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