Mary Valley Voice March 15, 2017 Vol 27 #03

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7:00am Breakfast in beautiful Kenilworth Park at one of the many food stalls.

8:30am The GREAT CHEESE ROLLING CONTEST [all day]. You can enter as many times as you like. Open to all ages. Registration from 8.00am $2.00 Entry.

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10:00am Cheester Egg Hunt for children aged four to seven years. Hunt for the special Golden Cheester Egg. $2.00 Entry. Registration from 8.00am at enclosed children’s play area.

Kids! Bring your decorated hat for the EASTER HAT PARADE… follows 10:00am Cheester Egg Hunt See baby animals at Old Macdonald’s Animal Farm ★ All day Camel Rides 10:30am + 1:30pm Gourmet Cooking Demonstrations with Chef PETER WOLFE of Cedar Creek Bushfood Farm. Fusing native bushfood flavours with Asian and European cuisines.

11:30am + 12:30pm Cooking with Aimee & Clint of PRIMAL INFLUENCE. See how to make healthy and creative meals using simple ingredients and bushfoods, two demos and tastings, first in best dressed.

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COMMUNITY ________________________ KENILWORTH CHEESE, WINE & FOOD FEST EASTER SATURDAY 15 APRIL 2017 he Kenilworth Food Fest is ready to rock and roll, said convenor Graeme White. There are over 40 stalls including five boutique wineries, featuring a range of wines from traditional to organic and of course the very popular cheese tasting to compliment the wine tasting.

A good variety of stalls, featuring an eclectic mix of fine foods are available to keep everyone well fed and happy. A list of stalls and entertainment (see programme page 2) can also be viewed on our web page www.kenilworthfoodfest.org.au A relatively new feature is the Easter Hat Parade, for all ages, starting at 11:00am near the Cheese Rolling competition area. Please gather there! The Hat Parade will have four sections with 1st prize and runner up in each section.

Entry is free, so get busy and make all those fabulous hats.

Yes we still need volunteers to help on the day, if you can give us a few hours this would be greatly appreciated and you are giving to your community at the same time.

Please contact Graeme on 5472 3156, helpers get a free lunch, drinks, coffee and ice cream.

Please email enquiries@kenilworthfoodfest.org.au or for more information contact Veronika 5446 0427.

Easter Saturday will be a great day in Kenilworth, for the whole family to enjoy. See you there!

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he Kenilworth Cheese Wine and Food Fest exhibitors list as at time of print include Barenuts, Bugsys Creamy Creations, 2nd 2 None Wines P/L, Camelot Dairies, Camphor Laurel Initiative, CC’s Kitchen, Cecile’s Crepes, Caroline Farley, Cedar Creek Farm Bush Foods, Conondale Range Conservation, Crystal Waters Bakery, Cruizey Camel Rides, 5th Element Coffee, German Bakehouse, Gourmet Dumplings, Gourmet Xcellence, Imbil Homestead (Riverside Park Orchard), Japanese Yums, Kenan’s Catering, Main Squeeze Orange Juice, Maleny Black Angus Beef, Maleny Coffee Stop, Moffatdale Ridge Wines, Montville Bananas, Old Fashioned Home Baked Treats, One World Food Truck, Pallet Life (Soul Beans Café), Pomodoras on Obi, Primal Influence, Roger’s Wood Fired Pizzas, Seafood Stop, Spice-itt, Springdell Fruit Wines, Stella May Fine Foods, Steppingstone Cold Pressed Juices, Thai Corner, The Maleny Pie Guy, The Van from Hoian, Traditional Germans Sausages, Uncle Bob’s Estate Wines, Witjuti Grub Bushfood Nursery, Woodford Fruit Shop, Woongooroo Estate Wines, Your Inspiration At Home, Mary Valley Breakfast and Facenator Face Painting.

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s we enter the reflective time of Lent leading up to Easter, ecumenical Lenten Studies are being held every Thursday at St John Bosco Church at 10:30am. The sessions follow Christian Meditation which starts at 9:30am.

The World Day of Prayer held at St Luke’s in Kenilworth on 3 March was well attended with an enjoyable morning tea following. The service was prepared by the women of the Philippines, the focus country for this year. It is interesting to note that the literacy rate for this country is over 95% in a population of 100 million, 31% being minors. Christianity is the main faith with the majority being Roman Catholic.

The service was led by Maureen Cooper with Ruth Dearden giving an interesting talk about the time she spent in the Philippines, supported by an informative video. The Lord’s Prayer was beautifully sung by Suki Perel.

The Maleny Anglican Parish is awaiting news of the appointment of a parish priest who will take over from Fr Harry Reuss whose term is about to end.

The St Luke’s community thanks Fr Harry and his wife Gillian for their dedicated service during their time in the parish.

Work is underway on “The Shed” at St Luke’s to upgrade the facilities for both church and community use. Maybe there will have to be a change of name when “The Shed” becomes “St Luke’s Hall”! When the work is completed, the hall will be available for rental by community groups.

The Ladies Breakfasts in Maleny have been very well attended with numbers increasing during the year. There is always an interesting guest speaker and any funds raised supporting the school chaplaincy. While the Men’s Breakfasts have not been held as regularly, attendances there have also been increasing.

Details of Holy Week and Easter Services will be published in the 12 April edition of MVV.

ZEN MEDITATION IN KENILWORTH An introduction to the practice of Zen meditation will take place at St John Bosco Church on

Saturday 1 April from 9am – 11:30am.

Please wear loose clothing. Refreshments afterwards.

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Inquiries: Sue Wolter 0439 130 158 Website: www.sunmountainzen.org

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ark Saturday 1 April as a Cent Sale, join in the fun at the new Heritage Centre, doors open from 1:00pm.

Afternoon tea is included, there will be prizes galore and special draws.

On Saturday 18 March from 1:00 to 3:30pm a talk by Win Wynn on Basics of Family History Research, this will be followed by Pitfalls of Family History Research on Monday 27 March from 9:00 to 11:30am.

All activities are now held at the new Heritage Centre, 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy.

Check www.genealogy-noosa.org.au or ‘phone 5442 5570 to find out more.

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KENILWORTH WEDDING FIRSTS

he research for the wedding display at the Kenilworth Museum that opened on Sunday, 5 March, 2017 turned up some interesting “firsts”.

The first wedding in the Museum records held at Kenilworth:the marriage of Harry Pickering and Lillie Pearce held on 12 February, 1902; the celebrant Rev. Richard Drew. Research has been unable to determine the venue or the names of the bridal attendants.

The first wedding service conducted in the Kenilworth Farmer’s Assembly Hall when George Sutton married Miss Alice Pearce who was attended

by Jane and M. Sutton and Rosy Pearce. The best man was Mr F. Pearce with Rev A.W. Ethell officiating.

District weddings continued to be held in family homes and in the hall during this period, all conducted by ministers of religion.

After the construction of St Matthews Church in 1926 Violet Pickering and Stanley Adams nuptials were held on 29 June, 1927. Vi was attended by her sisters Edna, Nellie, Eva, Esther, Thelma and Frances Pickering while Edward (Ned) Pickering was best man and Humphrey Hassall groomsman.

The first wedding celebrated in the Catholic Church was that between Thomas Sharry and Retta Simpkins on 23 April, 1938. The attendant’s at the wedding were Ivy Simpkins and Mrs. A. Sharry. The wedding reception was held in the home of Mrs. C. Sharry.

Identifying the first marriage service conducted in the community protestant church known as the Baptist Church

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has been difficult. The earliest newspaper record found was published on 14 October, 1938 under the headline ‘Kenilworth Wedding: Roberts-Loweke’ (pictured). The report indicated that the wedding service took place on 28 September. This date seems to be disputed by the following marriage notice published in the Courier Mail (10.10.1938, page 10) which gives the date as 5 October, 1938.

If anyone is able to settle this discrepancy the Museum would be most grateful. It is also worth noting that it was a Church of England service conducted in the Baptist Church.

The first wedding celebrated in St Luke’s Church of England was that of Jean Pickering and Sydney Jordan on 3 December, 1955 as reported in the Nambour Chronicle (20.1.1956, page 14). Jean was attended by Eunice Oliver and Nina McGinn with Anita Best and Desley Pickering as flower girls. Dudley and John Pickering were best man and groomsman.

The Kenilworth Museum will be open every Sunday from 10am until 2pm. Come along and see how Kenilworth brides dressed in earlier years.

Lenore Meldrum President, Kenilworth & District Historical Assn Inc. PO Box 198, Kenilworth Q 4574

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VOLUNTEERS! WE NEED YOU URGENTLY

enilworth Museum has been on site in Alexandra Street since 1981, managed and maintained by volunteers.

Due to ill health and other commitments the numbers of volunteer guides has decreased to the point of making this urgent public appeal for assistance.

Kenilworth Museum is a vital part of the tourism commerce in Kenilworth, attracting visitors to our township.

Over the winter months in particular the Museum entertains not only local residents, but international and domestic tourists.

These visitors take advantage of the other services the township provides, from general shopping to the delights of meals and tasty treats. School groups use the facilities at the Museum as part of their curriculum.

The Museum seeks support from volunteers to ensure it continues to meet these services which, as mentioned, advantage the township. All that is required is a couple of hours on a Sunday either weekly or fortnightly or monthly to greet visitors and accompany them on their tour. Full training is provided. Many thanks in advance if you can help us!

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KENILWORTH PONY CLUB

n Saturday 4 February at the Nambour Pony Club Equitation, Caeli Hinkler competed in her first ever equitation event on her pony Arabella, HC (‘hors concours’ meaning not competing for a placing or prize) at 60cm to help build her confidence. If competing officially, she would have needed to do 80cm.

On Sunday 5 February at the Nambour Pony Club Showjumping, Kenilworth had two members competing in the 70 cm class (13-26 years), of which there were 34 participants. Caeli Hinkler riding Arabella came 9th in AM5 and Amaya Smithson riding Crystal Myth came 10th in the Grand Prix.

On Saturday 10 February, Kenilworth members had an early start to our muster, 7am, to beat the heat.

Attendees packed a lot into the morning: Rein Drill, Troop Drill (which we all took turns in leading), flatwork (where we all had a go at instructing) and grid work. When the sun finally made it out from behind the trees, we retreated and worked on theory, proficiency booklets and our trainee instructor workbooks. We welcomed our new members and wished Happy Birthday to Helen (triple choc fudge brownies – yum!). By then, all were ready for “a relax” and some “a sleep”.

We congratulate our members who attended the Zone 6 Dressage and Combined Training Championships on the weekend of 25-26 February at Pomona.

Rachael Law rode Dexter in the Preliminary Dressage and was successful in obtaining two qualifications to compete at State.

Our President, Catriona Summers, rode Mini Dodge in the Combined Training on Sunday finishing on their dressage score to win the 26 years and over class.

Pictured Mini Dodge sporting the first place ribbon in the 26 years and over class at the Zone 6 Dressage and Combined Training Championships at Pomona.

FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX – M’DORE ELECTORATE OFFICE 07 5479 2800 t’s great to be back in the Fairfax electorate after a few trips to Canberra for parliamentary sittings. I’ll be heading back down again this month.

Someone recently compared my performance in Parliament to my predecessor’s, Clive Palmer, who achieved very little during his term.

Let me share it with you – Palmer delivered an average one speech per month whereas I am speaking on behalf of the electorate at the rate of one speech each sitting day. Palmer attended 7.6% of all divisions in the chamber compared to my 100% attendance rate.

In the last sitting week, I spoke on the Coalition’s childcare reforms which will assist one million families, including childcare subsidies increasing from 73 % to 85% for families earning less than $65,0000.

I also spoke on the economy, I asked questions of the Foreign Minister on national security and I also took the opportunity to spruik the Nambour Heritage Tramway which is a recipient of the Federal Government’s National Stronger Regions Fund. That’s an exciting project worthy of support since it will help revitalise the town.

I’m speaking in Parliament on a daily basis on legislation and other matters of importance to people in our region. Feel free to visit my website www.tedobrien.com.au to watch any of my speeches and your feedback is very welcome.

Finally, and closer to home for readers of the Mary Valley Voice, I am excited to update you on local progress of the National Broadband Network (nbn).

About 2000 premises across Amamoor, Imbil, Kandanga, Mapleton, Kidaman Creek, Gheerulla, Kenilworth and Dagan can now order an nbn Fixed Wireless service. Take up in the region is on average 36% so we encourage residents to check your address at www.nbn.com.au/check • Residents and businesses in the Cooroy area can expect to order an nbn service in the first half of 2018.

• For Mapleton and Flaxton, it’s the second half of 2018.

For premises that don’t fall within the nbn fixed wireless or fixed line areas, the Sky Muster service is available to order a service.

To see where the nbn is available and the build underway, visit www.nbn.com.au/rolloutmap Remember, I’m here to serve the local community and so please feel free to contact me at my office anytime.

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COMMUNITY ________________________ GHEERULLA HALL A.G.M. AND GAMES THURSDAY 24 MARCH GHEERULLA HALL & RECREATION ASSOC. INC. ll interested persons are invited to attend the 2017 AGM which will be held at the Gheerulla Hall, Cnr Eumundi – Kenilworth and Moy Pocket Roads, Gheerulla on Thursday, 24 March at 5:00pm.

All required formalities, including the election of office bearers will be undertaken.

If you wish to join the association prior to the meeting to enable you to participate in the voting, please contact Heather Wagner (Secretary) on 5472 3297 or Kathy Mullins (Vice President) 0458 047 272.

The meeting will be followed by a social games evening (table tennis, darts, and others), finger food will be provided and bar service will be available.

Since the AGM of May 2016, the Management Committee, supported by a number of willing helpers, have worked tirelessly administrating the legal requirements of the association, gained grants for improvements and maintenance of the hall and facilities, co-ordinated a number of successful events, co-ordinated regular classes in line dancing and martial arts/Qi Gong and hired the hall out for community events and Celebration of Life services.

There are numerous possible events and regular activities in the planning for the coming year, and a few more hands will be needed to share the workload.

It would be appreciated if you would consider nomination for supporting roles along side the committee. Many hands make light work.

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Arts and music in Coolum 'Blended' is back in 2017 taking over Coolum’s Tickle Park from 2.00-9.00pm on April 8. 'Blended,' a free National Youth Week event, will showcase our local young people, with a full line up of music, arts and entertainment. Check out the IFYS Blended Facebook page for details.

'Big Games' for Neighbour Day In celebration of Neighbour Day, Sunday, March 26, enjoy an afternoon of free ‘Big Games’ including refreshments in the Nambour Courtyard, corner of Currie and Bury Streets from 3.00-4:30pm on Friday, March 24. Visit neighbourday.org for more details and to nd other events in your area.

Visit the latest gallery exhibition Visit Caloundra Regional Gallery this month and explore an exhibition of works by four, post-emerging young Queensland artists. 'Close enough: Young Queensland artists' includes a variety of media including painting, drawing, sculpture and video.

Exhibition on display until April 23.

Share your memories Join the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of the Naming of the Sunshine Coast. Share your favourite fond memories, photos, footage, recollections and reminisces of the Sunshine Coast. For details or to share your memories visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/fty.

Art prize entries now open Nation-wide entries are now being sought for the prestigious Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2017. The Art Prize offers a major prize of $25,000. Visit council’s gallery website for details.

Entries close on March 31.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 23 March, Caloundra 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Pictured Gheerulla Hall’s Australia Day 2017 event had lots of chats and laughter after a fun afternoon of games and sports.

KENILWORTH ARTS COUNCIL 2017 COMMITTEE

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he Kenilworth Arts Council held their AGM, Monday 27 February at the Kenilworth Bowls Club. MaryJane Weld, in her President’s report, gave an account of the year’s activities, highlighting the annual art exhibition and noting the success of a new feature – the ‘Arty Farty Garden Party’.

All positions on the Management Committee were declared vacant, with sincere thanks given to the members of the retiring management committee.

The newly elected Management Committee members are :Stewart Dore President, Shirley Moreland Vice President, Dot Pienaar Treasurer, Lisa Rohan Secretary. Also Veronika Spicer, Pat Hampstead, Pam Black, Leah Leckie and Sally Luchich.

The 2017 KAC committee is looking forward to an exciting year, with a view to widening the interest in many aspects of the arts. A key focus, once again, will be the annual art exhibition – rebranded as ArtsFest Kenilworth, always a very popular event in the Sunshine Coast.

The committee is looking forward to investigating some new ideas to lift the profile of the arts in the community. Kenilworth Arts Council has been playing an active role in promoting to the community and further afield for many years.

KAC has been operating for 29 years, having started in 1988. The first art exhibition was held in 1997 as part of the Kenilworth Show and Rodeo. In 2001, as a branch of the then Queensland Arts Council, KAC won the coveted “Branch of the Year” Award. In 2006 KAC was granted a $10 000 visual arts prize by Mayor Joe Natoli for a special prize in the art exhibition, giving KAC wide publicity both on the Sunshine Coast and beyond. This art exhibition has been running for 20 years, celebrating its 21st birthday this year! KAC looks forward to presenting a range of arts activities in our community and online at http://kenilwortharts.org.au/ If you would like to join as a member, please contact Lisa, our Secretary, at KAC on 5472 3223.

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alling all tennis players young and old! The Gheerulla Tennis Club is very excited to announce that coaching for younger members of our community has commenced in recent weeks and Tuesday night social tennis continues to attract players.

Mr Rob Schmitt (Professional Tennis Coach – Advanced Pro Level 2) is currently coaching a group of local children aged 4 years to 7 years. These budding tennis players are extremely enthusiastic and are thoroughly enjoying the many varied tennis activities which are offered each week.

We are also keen to attract children in the 7 years + age group who would be interested in receiving tennis coaching.

On Tuesday evenings, more senior players take to the court Hi Jill, for social tennis.

Great, Players are of varying levels of ability, but the main aim is to have fun and gain some fitness along the way.

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Details of coaching, social and fixture times are: JUNIOR COACHING 4 to 7 year olds Tuesday 3:30pm – 4:15pm 7 years Tuesday 4:15 – 5:00pm SOCIAL Tuesday from 6.30pm FIXTURES Friday 9:00am – 2.30pm We would welcome enquiries from local and nearby residents of Kenilworth, as we are keen to grow the use of this community facility.

For more information regarding Junior coaching, court hire or membership, please contact Sue Field (Secretary) on 0412 495 169 or email fields8@bigpond.com Pictured above Coach Rob Schmitt and players (L-R) Ruby Paulger, Wesly Crutcher, Sophee Jessup, Lachlan Woods, Brock Paulger and Klara Parker.

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nstructors Cameron and Kasia from the San Training Centre at Beerwah joined with team coach Norm from San Taekwondo Maleny and Kenilworth to compete at the World Taekwondo Championships selection event in Canberra recently. The event was one of the premier competitions in Australia with the very best players competing. All of the Australian team from last year’s Rio Olympics were competing and our local team gave it a great shot.

Cameron (pictured in red helmet) had to contest the men’s under 80kg division where he won his first fight with an outstanding performance to finish with a 43 – 6 point win.

That put him straight through to the final but was not able to secure the win in a very technical contest, losing 8 -4 but bringing home a silver medal.

Kasia, (pictured top, second from right) who is also the team physiotherapist, based at the San Training Centre competed in the under 67kg division and fought well through the early rounds but was defeated in the semi-final 6-3 to take a bronze medal.

Even though the pair narrowly missed selection for the national team to the World Championships they have both

been selected to join the National Development Team to train at the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra and also compete at a number of international tournaments.

Congratulations to the team. We are lucky to have such a skilful and dedicated team of instructors here in Beerwah, Maleny and Kenilworth.

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C OMMUNITY ________________________ KANDANGA COUNTRY CLUB RECEIVES ENERGY EFFICIENCY ACCREDITATION

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hrough the free, Queensland Government funded CCIQ ecoBiz program the Kandanga Country Club (pictured left page 10) has been working on strategies to reduce its energy, water and waste costs and has now reached accreditation for its energy reduction.

The club will receive its Partner Certificate from Dr. Steven Miles, Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection and Minister for National Parks and the Great Barrier Reef at a function in Beenleigh on Tuesday 7 March, 2017.

Whilst there are around 100 Partners around Queensland the Kandanga Country Club is believed to be the first business or sporting club in the Mary Valley to achieve this recognition.

Club Honorary Manager and Treasurer Julie Worth said “We are pleased to be acknowledged for what we have achieved to date but we have many more plans and have applied for grants to reduce our power bills even further.

We want to replace a very inefficient cold room motor.

Better insulate the cold rooms and put a timer on the bar cold room.

To keep our club viable and financially resilient we need to keep costs down and energy, water and waste costs are good places to start.”

GYMPIE REGION ON TRACK AT LAST

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he lush farmlands of the Mary Valley will once again resound to the rhythmic chug of steam trains when the historic Mary Valley Rattler takes to the rails.

The revitalised Mary Valley Rattler will be transformed into a professional tourism attraction with the potential to generate significant economic benefits for the region.

The Queensland Government recently announced the Mary Valley Rattler Project as a successful project for the Palaszczuk Government’s Works for Queensland funding.

“In the immortal words of Johnny Cash “I hear the train a coming” said Gympie Regional Council Mayor Mick Curran.

“We have been working closely with the Queensland Government and the Rattler Rail Company Board to get this project on track and are delighted, as I know the community will be, with this announcement.”

Departing Gympie’s fully restored heritage station, the Rattler will carry passengers over the Mary River and through its fertile Mary Valley, traversing the curves and gradients before arriving 45 minutes later in the village of Amamoor.

“Stage One of the project will include getting the Mary Valley Rattler up and running and commercially successful from Gympie to Amamoor and vice versa. We will then explore the feasibility of the train continuing to Imbil for Stage Two.” Today’s announcement also included a funding commitment

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of $600,000 for the construction of a River to Rail recreation train on the Mary River including construction of pathways, viewing decks and signage. Stage One of the proposed trail looks to maximise as much of a trail connection along the rivers edge as possible heading from Nelson Reserve towards The Sands.

With this announcement, this stage can now go ahead in Gympie’s 150th year. The pathway aims to encourage walkers to meet the river by “unravelling an ecologically rich experience and reconnecting people to a hidden gem”.

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GUARDED SUPPORT OF CONDITIONAL FUNDING FOR RATTLER

he conditional funding commitment to support the Mary Valley Rattler has been guardedly welcomed by the State Member for Gympie, Tony Perrett.

Mr Perrett said that he welcomed the $4.7 million to help support the restoration of the iconic railway.

“This is great news for the Gympie region and supporters of the MVR and especially the many volunteers. As the local member, and therefore one of three directors of the Rattler Holding Company, I have been actively involved in stressing the importance of the railway to the prosperity of this region.

“The previous LNP Government had already budgeted $2 million for track and line restoration work, with another $600,000 to upgrade rolling stock.

“I am pleased that my strong advocacy through meetings, questions and letters to the Premier, Deputy Premier and Ministers has been successful.

“The total project is estimated to cost $10.8 million with Gympie ratepayers already making a significant buy in of the project. It is now up to the Railway Rattler Company to meet and exceed income projections for the finalised project. However I am concerned that the announced funds are conditional on confirmation of ownership of the rail infrastructure and auditing to ensure that the project meets the guidelines of the Works for Queensland programme.

“To meet the guidelines the project has to be completed by November 30 this year and it cannot be already proposed for funding in the Council’s 2016-2017 budget.

“For the last two years the State government has found ways to continually defer any announcement of support and let’s hope that it does not find an excuse to back out.

“We have waited long enough. The Labor Government has had a poor history of understanding the potential of the Mary Valley through its natural beauty and industries.

“The MVR is an important asset in the economic prosperity of the region especially as a significant tourist attraction.

“It is time the Government makes a clear and unambiguous and unconditional decision about the MVR,” he said.

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COMMUNITY ________________________ NOOSA ORCHESTRA’S NEXT CONCERT ‘INNOCENCE & TRAGEDY’ AND A SMOKING FERRARI ??!! n our digital age, we often forget just how different real live music is compared to our TV or hi-fi. While improvements in sound quality have been amazing, it only takes a visit to one of Noosa Orchestra’s concerts to feel again the thrill of live music undistorted by amplification.

This next concert will be no exception. With music to interest everyone, Conductor Antoni Bonetti has selected another wonderful programme.

Beethoven’s 1st Symphony is tuneful and exuberant. A young composer still innocent to the ways of the world.

Marcello’s Oboe Concerto in D minor with soloist Frances Brodie (Principal oboe at Brisbane Symphony Orchestra) is just baroque perfection.

Gabrielle’s oboe from the movie “The Mission” is hauntingly beautiful despite the tragedy it backdrops. Enjoy the fast and furious overture from the ever popular Sicilian Overture (Il Segreto di Susanna by Wolf-Ferrari) which precedes the most bizarre pro-smoking opera plot ever devised (at the end the hero and heroine fall into each other’s arms smoking cigarettes together!) Apologies to the Quit for Life people.

But wait there’s more – the youngsters of the Noosa String Ensemble, the Noosa Mini Strings and the GSLC Orchestra will delight the audience (Noosa concert only) and finally we end the concert with Michel Le Grande’s magnifique “You must believe in Spring”.

• Noosa concert: 2.30pm Sunday 26 March, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 115 Eumundi Road, Noosaville.

• Cooran concert: 2.30pm Sunday 2 April Cooran Community Hall, 4 King Street, Cooran Tickets $20 adults, $15 students/concession. Tickets at the door or ‘phone 0448 764 369. Refreshments will be available at interval.

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lthough there has been a good response from advertisers for the Mary Valley Country / Celebrate with Mary Tourism and Celebrations guide, the critical number has not been achieved so the guide will not proceed at this time. For some the timing was not right, others have chosen to promote their businesses through digital channels. With the announcement that the Mary Valley Rattler will be returning to the Mary Valley later this year (#rattlerreturns) along with other exciting tourism projects, production of the guide may be considered later in the year. Mary Valley Country and Celebrate with Mary thank all those who have supported this promotion and look forward to working with you in the future.

IMBIL POLICE BRIEF FEBRUARY 2017

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uring the last 30 days police from the Imbil Police Station and the Gympie Criminal Investigation Branch have conducted a number of search warrants in relation to illegal dangerous drugs. The search warrants resulted in 10 persons charged in relation a range of offences include producing and possessing dangerous drugs and possession of illegal weapons. There has been plenty of media attention regarding the damaging effects of the methyl amphetamine and other synthetic drugs on families and communities across Australia. In order to be effective against illegal drugs police need information and support from the community. There are a number of ways the public can provide information to assist. Crime Stoppers can take details about any type of offences via phone 1800 333 000 or internet www.crimestoppersqld.com.au and you can remain anonymous if you wish to do so. A recent initiative is an online “Report a Drug Dealer” – www.police.qld.gov. au/apps/reports/ReportaDrugDealer which is specifically for reporting of persons manufacturing and distributing crystal methyl amphetamine (ICE) or other illegal drugs. You can also attend a police station to provide information. In all cases information is investigated and assessed before being acted upon. Queensland Police can assist persons or their family members who are battling addiction by referring them to relevant support services. Please inquire at your closest Police Station for further information.

Road safety is always a high priority for the Queensland Police Service and we are setting out to reduce the number of traffic crashes in the Mary Valley. Traffic enforcement will be conducted with targeted areas including the Bruce Highway, Mary Valley Road, Amamoor Creek Road, and the 40km zones through Imbil and Amamoor. Traffic offences over the last 30 days include a twenty one year old male who was recently detected riding a motorcycle at 160km in a 110km zone on the Bruce Hwy, Coles Creek and a fifty two year old female driving with a blood alcohol concentration over three times the legal limit at Imbil. We are determined to keep the Imbil Police division fatality free in 2017.

The next Mary Valley Blue light is due to be held 17 March at Kandanga Hall. It’s always a fun night for kids between 8 and 15 years old. For further information see the Mary Valley Blue light facebook page.

Please note there have been some changes to the counter opening hours of the Imbil Police Station listed below.

All Queensland Transport business will need to be conducted during the counter opening hours. Stay safe, Sergeant Brock MURPHY and Senior Constable Bill GREER THE IMBIL POLICE STATION COUNTER IS OPEN Monday – 8am to 2:30pm, Tuesday – Closed Wednesday – 9:30am to 4pm, Thursday – 8am to 2:30pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday – Closed

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IMBIL – SUNSHINE 60 AND BETTER GROUP

unshine 60 and Better Group Inc. is a healthy ageing programme providing a variety of fun activities to keep the mind and body active for older people and is funded by the Department of Communities.

Men and women are invited to come and join us.

Imbil Group’s activities are held from 9:30am to 11:30am on the first and third Wednesday of the month.

Activities are held at the Uniting Church Community Hall, Elizabeth Street, Imbil and include:1 March – Board games 15 March – Guest Speaker Ian Stehbens 5 April – Easter activities For more information, phone 5444 5833 or email admin@sun60.com.au or visit our website at – www.sunshine60.org.au

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f the many websites and books available on health and wellbeing, three – Weston A. Price Foundation (WAPF); Dr Mercola, Dr Natasha Campbell McBride MD (Gut & Physiology and Gut & Psychology) and GAPS Australia advocate the importance of good gut health enhancing the immune system. To keep good gut health they promote whole, unprocessed organic food, filtered water, cultured and fermented foods, good fats and broths. They also talk about how pesticides and other chemicals destroy good gut bacteria leading to a host of illnesses.

WAPF and Dr Mercola also publish papers on the research of glyphosate/Roundup. Dr Anthony Samsel a research scientist is passionate about farming, gardening and agriculture making him suitable for investigating glyphosate.

At a glance – glyphosate is patented as an antiobiotic, and research shows Roundup damages your gut flora. In addition to chelating vitamins and minerals, glyphosate disrupts bacteria-manufacturing amino acids. (Mercola.com July 05 2015)

Note that on 14 February 2017 California’s Supreme Court Judge decrees Roundup must carry a cancer warning.

Report from Stephanie Seneff PhD – ‘Roundup, the ‘non toxic’ chemical that may be destroying our health’...

Summary “In this paper, I have developed an argument that, contrary to Monsanto’s assurances, glyphosate is not a safe chemical for human exposure. On the contrary, glyphosate’s well established effects in biological systems can plausibly explain many of the diseases we are experiencing today in epidemic form. These include autism, Alzheimers (autism for the elderly), obesity, depression, excessive violence, colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, heart disease and diabetes.

Glyphosate can also easily explain the obesity epidemic and depression through its disruption of the supply of tryptophan, the sole precursor to serotonin.” (WAPF Journal, Fall 2013 features Toxic Roundup)

ANY USE OF ROUNDUP TO KILL WEEDS IN LAWN MAINTANENCE SHOULD BE ABANDONED Natasha Campbell McBride MD (GAPS research) establishes a connection between the functions of the digestive system, brain and immune system. Getting the gut flora re-established she bought her own son back from severe learning difficulties. Her book took three years of research seeing hundreds of children in her clinic. She believes that the link between physical and mental health, the food and drink that we take, and the condition of our digestive system is absolute and the results of her work have supported her position on the subject. Dr Campbell McBride has also recognised all autoimmunity begins in the gut.

Our Kenilworth library has computers to look up these websites. They stock WAPF Journals and can order Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr Natasha Campbell McBride .

Roundup doesn’t break down at once when sprayed so we are all affected by the drift.

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egeSafe is a community science participation programme run by Environmental Science staff at Macquarie University – the only service of this kind in Australia! It is a FREE soil metal testing programme.

Participants receive a formal report with their soil results and are provided with links to information and advice about “what to do next” in the event of soils containing elevated concentrations of metals and metalloids. They accept soil from all Australian states and territories. https://www.facebook.com/MQVegeSafe/

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NEW GYMPIE TOWN CENTRE HERITAGE TRAIL

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he unveiling of the Lady Mary sculpture marks the launch of the new Gympie Town Centre heritage trail which will provide locals and visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the town’s rich history.

Lady Mary was 29 years old when she met her husband Sir Charles August Fitzroy on a trip to Paris in 1819 and they were married the following year.

Sir Charles August Fitzroy held governorships in several British colonies and in 1846 he travelled with Lady Mary to Australia to become the 10th Governor of New South Wales and later in 1850 the first Governor General of Australia.

They were married for almost 30 years (1820 – 1847) but Lady Mary’s life was tragically cut short when she was killed in a carriage accident in Parramatta Park outside Government House in Sydney.

Locals say that on a tour of Queensland in 1848 her heartbroken husband named landmark the Mary River and Maryborough in memory of his late wife. Mary Street and Mary Terrace were then named after the Mary River.

The sculpture was created by Australian contemporary artists Gillie and Marc https://gillieandmarc.com/about Other public artworks by the highly-regarded husband and wife team can be found all over the world including major cities such as Shanghai, New York and Sydney.

APPLICATIONS IN FOR DROUGHT ASSISTANCE

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ympie primary producers who feel they are being impacted by the extended dry season are once again encouraged to make an application for drought assistance.

Member for Gympie, Tony Perrett, said that as seasonal conditions continue to worsen it is important that producers apply for Individually Droughted Property (IDP) status as soon as possible.

“If a local primary producer believes they are experiencing drought conditions they can apply for an IDP declaration,” Mr Perrett said.

“The committee will consider matters such as the availability of pasture and water; the condition of stock; the extent of drought movements of stock to forced sales, slaughter or agistment; the quantity of fodder introduced; assessment of agricultural and horticultural industries; the number of IDPs; and whether other abnormal factors have affected the situation.

Questions about the application process contact: DAFF Climate Risk Coordinator in our region: Damien O’Sullivan (Kingaroy), ‘phone 4160 0717.

The map for one-in-twenty year drought zones is available at: http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/ada/ Email for assistance regarding the Drought Assistance Concessional Loans: contact_us@qraa.qld.gov.au Applications guidelines for an IDP are available at: https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/environment/drought/ assistance-programs/guidelines-and-forms/idpapplication-guidelines 15 March 2017

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COMMUNITY ________________________ WHAT’S ON AT THE LIBRARIES APRIL – MAY Lift Your Energy The hectic pace of everyday life can leave people feeling sad, depressed, and lethargic, with low energy levels. Join Helena Lancaster from Abundant Healing Wisdom, for an introduction to energy healing.

Maleny Library – Saturday 13 May, 10am Nambour Library – Wednesday 3 May, 10am Love Your Life Taking time out to understand ourselves is vital to our happiness. Join Life Coach, Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Rachel Dickey, for a closer look at living to your full potential.

Maleny Library – Thursday 20 April, 10am Nambour Library – Tuesday 23 May, 10am Photography Skills DSLRs and other fully featured cameras come with a range of functions to assist the budding photographer. Join Geoff Powell from iTeachPhotographers.

Nambour Library – Thursday 27 April, 5pm Communication Development Communication is an important part of a child’s growth. Join speech pathologist Melissa Matthews from Talk Plus Allied Health Centre, to learn about communication development in the first five years.

Maleny Library – Friday 5 May, 10am Nambour Library – Wednesday 24 May, 10am Experience London London, England is one of the most visited cities in the world.

Join Sue Perry, creator of www.londonforfree.net Maleny Library –Friday 12 May, 10am Nambour Library – Tuesday 16 May, 10am Japanese Gardens Join garden enthusiast and author Dr Richard Whitlow on an exploration of Japanese gardens.

Kenilworth Library – Friday 12 May, 10:30am Maleny Library – Thursday 4 May, 1pm Nambour Library – Wednesday 10 May, 10am Toxins in Products Join Danielle Carrinton, Independent Distributor for Young Living Essential Oils, for a close look at the ingredient lists in the personal care products you use on a daily basis.

Maleny Library – Saturday 29 April, 10am Nambour Library – Wednesday 17 May, 10am Write Mysteries Crafting an intriguing tale of suspense is an art form. Join Author Janice Gallen for a closer look at the intricacies of writing mystery. Nambour Library – Wed 26 April, 10am

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LOCAL HEROES GRANTS

ndrew Powell MP’s Local Heroes Grants are designed to provide a bit of a helping hand to community groups or individuals participating in local, state, national or international endeavours or individuals pursuing sporting or academic ventures.

If you fit the criteria for a Local Heroes Grant (GLASS HOUSE) and wish to apply, go to the website and submit a nomination www.andrewpowell.com.au.

Closing dates for other rounds in 2017 are as follows: Round 2 – Monday 10 April Round 3 – Monday 12 June Round 4 – Monday 14 August Round 5 – Monday 9 October Round 6 – Monday 11 December

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SELF-EMPOWERED PERI-URBAN COMMUNITY-LED PLANNING FOR INVASIVE ANIMALS

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MALENY WORKSHOP SUMMARY

he workshop was attended by seven community members from the Maleny, Mapleton, Montville and Kenilworth environs, and three research team members.

The workshop aimed to initiate the process of developing a community led plan for Maleny–Mapleton–Obi Obi– Kenilworth and environs to maximise the community’s capacity to respond to invasive animals in peri-urban areas.

Workshop objectives included: i. to confirm submission the review of Wild Dog Management Strategy; ii. to confirm arrangement for the ongoing process of developing a Community Plan for Invasive Animal Management; iii. to complete a preliminary community network analysis; iv. to undertake a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunity, threats) analysis in relation to community led action for invasive animal management; v. to derive a VISION for community led action for the management of invasive animals; and vi. scope options for community responses to ongoing invasive animals.

The key points from the draft submission for the review of Wild Dog Management Strategy were discussed. Participants agreed to send their formal consent to be named on the submission via email to the research team. The submission will be finalised by the research team and handed to the Wild Dog Offensive Group in the upcoming weeks.

Participants discussed the research team’s proposal to combine the two working groups (Dayboro and Maleny).

The research team highlighted the following reasons for this proposal: (1) strong similarities in the opinions and issues raised by the two working groups (Dayboro and Maleny); (2) relatively small numbers in both locations, which cannot support the required planning process; and (3) cost effectiveness of running two separate workshops. There has been a general endorsement of that suggestion.

A SWOT analysis of Maleny–Mapleton–Obi Obi–Kenilworth and environs future was completed with the identification of key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats related to the area and its future.

A draft vision for Maleny–Mapleton–Obi Obi–Kenilworth and environs was developed to guide the development of the Community Plan as well as its future implementation.

Participants briefly discussed their preferred options for community responses to the future management of invasive animals in the area, noting both passive and active measures. These measures will be further discussed and developed in subsequent workshops.

These workshops are to be held on Saturday 25 March and in May 2017 at Lagoon Creek Cafe, 1/11 Toovey St, Caboolture.

Registration will start from 8:30am to finish earlier.

These workshops will have a scenario planning focus and continue the process of developing a strategic Action Plan for Maleny–Mapleton–Obi Obi–Kenilworth and environs.

You can get more details about the venue from http://www. lagooncreekcafe.com.au/ Free on-site parking.

This workshop will be fully catered by the venue, so we will need to know participants numbers and special dietary requirements in advance. Please RSVP asap. Don’t forget to spread the word and encourage others to come along. www.facebook.com/periurbancommunityledplanning/ We are finalising the submission for the WDMS and if you would like to support the submission and haven’t emailed us your consent yet, we’d be grateful if you could send it on asap. For enquiries and workshop agenda or to view workshop summaries, email Pazit p.taygfeld@griffith.edu.au Phone contacts 07 3735 5424 or mobile 0437 414 563.

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• With fertile soil, this site has potential for further land improvement or development.

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• There is an approx. 72m² lockable 2-bay roller door shed for storage and the property is well fenced.

• Easement access to Mary River an added bonus.

• If you are not into farming – for the keen fossicker – located in the hills on the property are some old gold mine shafts.

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Brooloo: $350 pw rent: Nature lovers home. Highset family home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, large covered verandah with rural views, parking under and fully fenced house yard.

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Looking for a weekend retreat or a block of land to start building your dreams on? Well here is your opportunity to take over this project.

There is a 7mtr x 9mtr Colorbond™ shed which is fully lined and insulated with power connected. Also in place is a kitchen and dining room, plus bedroom and bathroom (which still needs to be completed).

At the rear of shed is a separate timber cubicle which houses a composting toilet and tool shed. The outlook is fantastic with an Easterly aspect and several options for you to choose your house site.

Already established and growing strong are: mangoe tree, mulberry tree, macadamia nut and olive tree. Located only 5.7klms from the main street of Kenilworth on all sealed roads is where you will find this five acre property. Price: $249,000.00

Cheapie Cheap – Kenilworth – Looking to get into the market and your budget is tight ?!

Well this little gem could be just what you are looking for! The property has been a rental investment for the past nine years and has always proven to be occupied with little vacancy. It is currently returning $250.00 pw rent. The house is a charming weatherboard cottage with two bedrooms plus sleepout and office. Open plan living space which incorporates the kitchen, dining and lounge room. The bathroom consists of shower recess and vanity and the toilet is located off the laundry area. With a 956m2 block of land you will have plenty of room to move around and improve on the already established gardens. There is a new 6mtr x 6mtr Colorbond™ shed with power connected – great for all your storage needs. If you have children going to school this isn’t a problem either as the local school buses are within walking distance. On the other hand if you need to travel into town for local supplies then it is just 7klms down the road. The property is conveniently located with easy access to Eumundi and connecting roads.

All inspections are by appointment for this property. Price: $248,000.00