2018 Mary Valley Voice September 5, Vol 28 #09

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Kenilworth Show & Rodeo ▼ page 2 − 2018 Show Princess results

Kenilworth ArtsFest  page 3 & 5

SATURDAY 15th SEPTEMBER 2018 ENTRY ADULTS $15 CHILDREN 5-15 $5

8.00AM SHOW JUMPING 8.30AM SHOW HORSE EVENTS TWO RINGS 10.00AM NRA ALL ROUND RODEO 10.00AM WOODCHOP − 10 EVENTS CHAINSAW POST RIPPING MORNING TWO HEATS FINAL AFTER LUNCH

HOT FOOD ALL DAY − BAR 10AM-10PM SIDE SHOW − Show bags, dodgems, giant slide, jumping castle, animal nursery

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KENILWORTH SHOW & RODEO  RURAL AMBASSADOR left to right Herbie Watson, Tara Crutcher – runner up, Catherine Bochow – winner and Emma Waller.

 SENIOR PRINCESS left to right Abbey Smith, Breanna Duke – runner up, Peta Andrew and Sophia Wright – winner.

2018 KENILWORTH SHOW BALL WINNERS

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great time was had by all at the recent Show Princess Ball held on Saturday 26 August. The Kenilworth Show sub-committee would like to thank all of the entrants. Said organiser Kym, “Juniors, Seniors and Rural Ambassadors − you all looked fantastic, and spoke beautifully.”

Special thanks to all supporters and guests, who danced the night away to live music from the Smokin' Crawdads.

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2019 SHOW CENTENARY DATECLAIMER

elebrate 100 years of Kenilworth Show and Rodeo in September 2019, a milestone and centenary show year.

The first Kenilworth Show was organised by the Kenilworth community on the Mary River flats of the Sharry property at Gheerulla in 1919.

 JUNIOR PRINCESS left to right Eleanor Anstey – runner up and Shanika Tappert – winner.

In 2019 Kenilworth will be celebrating 100 years since that first show.

• We are seeking your help with info on past shows.

Do you have an old photo, programme, trophy or ribbon? Maybe you have a great story to share about the show over the years.

Please email the show secretary Anne Whiteman whitemantap@ bigpond.com or the treasurer, Jan Paulger janway1@bigpond.com with your contributions. We’d love to hear from you!

Items can be left at Kenilworth Rural Supplies, 47 Elizabeth Street, Kenilworth.

Let’s make 2019 the Show of all Shows!

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SWIM SEASON

he Kenilworth Community Swimming Pool will be opening for the summer season the Sunday after the Kenilworth Show & Rodeo, 23 September 2018, weather permitting.

Being a community swimming pool we are totally reliant on volunteers to be and do all things. So we need you!

Opening Hours Weekdays 2pm-5pm SPLISH SPLASH Weekends and School Holidays 10am-4pm We need volunteers for the hours that we are open, CPR and First Aid will be available, dates on application.

A couple hours once a week or even every other week would be a great help.

The campers, the school and Kenilworth folk all use the pool to keep cool and have fun. It is important to have the pool open, without volunteers this would not be possible.

We are grateful to the volunteers who have supported the Kenilworth Community Swimming Pool over the years, some are still active, but we need more.

Please contact Veronika Spicer on 5446 0427 if you can help or would like more information.

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FIRST AID TRAINING COURSE THIS SATURDAY!

First Aid Training course will be held on Sat. 8 September 2018 at the Kenilworth Museum.

“This training course can improve your skills in First Aid and CPR skills that will be with you forever.”

If you have an interest in attending please call Hans ASAP 5472 3569 for more details.

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ArtsFest

Paintings + 3D + Photographic Exhibition z Poet’s Breakfast

28 September to 1 October 2018

Art Exhibition Entry $5.00 Fri, Sat, Sun 10am-4pm and Mon 10am-1pm • Open Art Competition for Painting and 3D work offers prizes of $5,100, including a People’s Choice Award and an Encouragement Award for artists of five years or less experience. • A speciality prize is the Kenilworth Art Award worth $5,000.

Winners in all sections, except the People’s Choice, will be announced at the Presentation Night.

• Ever-entertaining Poets’ Breakfast on Saturday 29 Sept. See story page 5 • A Birgit Kehr Photographic Exhibition will be featured at the ArtsFest with a focus on dairying days in the Mary Valley – both a nostalgic view of this industry and a look to the future.

• Artisans’ Shop with high quality art works across a range of media to admire or acquire!

Presentation Night

Artists and visitors are cordially invited to join judges and sponsors at

The Kenilworth ArtsFest is an annual competitive art exhibition showcasing paintings, sculpture, ceramics and poetry from artists on the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland.

Established in 1997 by members of the Kenilworth Arts Council, a non for profit organisation, promoting arts in the community.

The art exhibition is always of high quality, varied and colourful.

All artworks are for sale.

The ArtsFest is an ever growing destination for art lovers from all walks of life, and enjoyed by all.

6pm, Friday 28 September Light refreshments and cash bar.

Tickets $10.

Venue Kenilworth Hall Ph enquiries 07 5472 3233 or 5446 0427 Email kac@kenilwortharts.org.au Online entry forms for Paintings, 3D and Poetry competition

www.kenilwortharts.org.au Background 2017 Kenilworth ArtsFest Contemporary Winner Sherrie Rowan 'Sun Flowers'

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TRIP TO THE 1920 SHOW − FINAL PART

owever it was satisfactory to have arrived, and pleasant to be so kindly welcomed by the officials, from the president, Mr. H. Pickering, and Secretary Mr. A.O. Hughes right through the string of officeholders who were hospitality from start to finish. They were all rightly proud of the Show too, for which a second attempt after the first heroic effort in the face of last year’s drought was something to be proud of. The entries totalled over 800, horses coming top with some 250, and household and needlework sections coming close for second with about 100 in cash. Cattle were rather a disappointment in such a dairying district with only 41 entries; most owners seemed to prefer to keep them where people passing by could admire them in the paddocks and a good many said there was a better cattle show in the paddocks than on the ground. One young herd of Jerseys, looking like deer, on the way out, certainly bore this out.

Within the grounds the arrangements were little changed, the chief addition noted being the double stables, filled with cattle, though apparently intended for horses. Horses were mostly kept in the shade of the trees, of which plenty yet stand. The ring had improved very much and was a picture of green, no broken or burnt soil showing to mar its appearance. The main building, divided off into six compartments, had the one nearest the gate, devoted as before to the luncheon booth, and that nearest the ring to the soft drinks booth at one end, and the officials luncheon room at the other. The show managed without a publican’s booth very well, and we heard no complaints except from a few who fancied the taste of intoxicants and got some from private “ammunition” bags, but not enough to make it noticeable. We believe that Kenilworth will do well to leave the show free from the sale of intoxicants.

Apart from one portion set aside for the office of the secretary the rest of the compartments were filled well. Produce and vegetables had one, fruit, preserves, jams, cakes, lollies etc another, while a third took the overflows from these, the flowers and the one farm exhibit.

Household and needlework took up the rest of the space. The poultry

were few (roads again, it would take india-rubber eggs to stand them), but had a row of pens at the back by themselves, while at the fence were tied up in the shade the few dogs who had the misfortune to be exhibited. Between the lines of dogs and poultry was the only running machine seen, a busy little “Auster” machine, born in Brisbane, and not ashamed to show how it could go. Its local agents Messrs Adams and Allen (Coolabine Sawmills) gave out literature showing what it could do, and also explained that the minor parts were so designed as to admit of their being obtained wherever there was an agency for Ford motor cars, while all parts are replaceable from Brisbane, where the engines are made. Starting on petrol, they continue on kerosene.

However, they were just one attraction of a live show.

Historic note: Kenilworth show remained a 'dry' show (no sale of alcohol) throughout its time at Gheerulla until the decision was taken in1935 to cease holding the show at that venue.

• The museum is still seeking photographs of Kenilworth Shows for copying into their collection. Check out the Facebook page to view some of those already received – https://business.facebook.com/HinkaBooma/ Photographs may be emailed to kenilworthmuseum@gmail.com as jpeg attachments or brought to the museum on Sunday between 10am and 2pm for copying.

Lenore Meldrum President, Kenilworth & District Historical Assn Inc.

RAINFALL MOY POCKET – AUGUST 2018 by Graham Brennan This August 14mm, last August 5mm. The 17 year average for August being 51mm. We had rain on four days. The 17 year average being six days. The three months of Winter 96mm. Last Winter 52mm. The 17 year average for Winter being 157mm.

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It’s no riddle, the answer is the annual Kenilworth Poets’ Breakfast held on Saturday 29 September 2018, in the woodchop arena next to the Kenilworth Hall as part of the Kenilworth ArtsFest.

The Breakfast has outlived a host of Prime Ministers, and its entry price has not succumbed to the demands of inflation for almost two decades. If laughter really is the best medicine, then that $5 entry fee would have to represent great value; it’d be laughable to suggest otherwise.

Hosted by the Conondale Range Conservation Association as its contribution to the Kenilworth ArtsFest, the breakfast features some of the best performance poets from the Sunshine Coast and further afield. Hosted by popular local poet Ian Mackay pictured above this year’s breakfast will bring back many of the regulars like Mark Feldman, Irish Joe Lynch, Harry Donnelly, Robin “Archie” Archbold, Hagar plus some surprises.

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FREE CAT'S CLAW WEAVING WORKSHOP

he first of the Free Cat’s Claw Weaving Workshops 15-16 September leading up to the Mary River Festival — and also the new category in the Scarecrow Festival will be run by Rene Bahloo pictured below.

Rene is a qualified installation artist, facilitator and project coordinator with a special interest in the practice and philosophy of basket weaving using natural plant fibres. She shares her knowledge through weaving circles and facilitates grassroots journeys to remote Indigenous Australian and African communities. Rene also collaborates with Indigenous weaving elders to create large scale pieces and experiences of intercultural connection through weaving. Her passions stem from her experience of Australian Indigenous culture, leading to doctoral studies based on Indigenous culture, women’s business, creativity and weaving journeys to wisdom. Rene's goal is for us all to weave our world into a better place, to weave ourselves in healing and wellbeing, to weave our environment with passion and purpose.

• For location, workshop information and registration email Nan at cy78@activ8.net.au or call Glenda 0411 443 589.

• This year’s event will also include the winner of the inaugural Poetry Competition.

Edible breakfast is available too, thanks to the Historical Society and the Save the Mary group with coffee, cake etc as well as hot breakfast options.

Camping is also available in the adjoining Kenilworth showgrounds visit www.kenilworthshowgrounds.org.au for details.

The art exhibition, the focus of the arts festival is located in the hall and well worth a vist at the conclusion of the breakfast.

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COMMUNITY GHEERULLA HALL SENIORS WEEK

fun day at a workshop for Seniors Week A conducted at Gheerulla Hall by the Coastal Caring Clowns Inc was had by local Kenilworth

The Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2018 exhibition is now on display at Caloundra Regional Gallery.

Featuring some of Australia’s leading contemporary and emerging artists, including ve local artists, this exhibition is not to be missed.

Details via the gallery website.

Exhibition closes October 14.

Help shape our Social Strategy What does a strong community mean to you? Council is developing a new Social Strategy to build an even stronger Sunshine Coast community by 2041. To help us understand what a strong community means to you, share a photo or complete the online survey to go in the draw to win some amazing prizes. To enter visit council’s website and click on ‘have your say’.

Get renewable energy tips Council is making the most of the sun at Sunshine Coast Solar Farm, now you can too! Book online via the library website for a free Harness the Sun energy session, held at libraries across the Coast until September 19.

Sessions explore current renewable energy options including tesla batteries, inverters, energy monitors, solar, energy storage and lots more.

Introducing Venue 114 Venue 114, formerly known as Lake Kawana Community Centre, is a community-focused, contemporary facility offering everything from live music performances to children’s entertainment. Subscribe to the Venue 114 eNewsletter via www.scvenuesandevents.com.au.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 13 September, Caloundra 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

BLOCKBUSTER WINTER ROAD TRIP SUCCESS

for Fairfax Ted O’Brien has completed his biggest ever Member listening-post tour, stopping at a record 14 locations in four days.

Local residents took advantage of easy access to their Federal MP who brought his mobile office to the Mary Valley area as part of his seasonal road trip.

Mr O’Brien said people stopped for a chat and expressed their views on the recent Liberal leadership change.

Constituents also brought forward issues such as switching to the NBN, prescription problems and policy matters, and inquired about sources of grants funding which Mr O’Brien and his staff were able to assist with.

“After last week’s events in Canberra it was refreshing to be back on home turf on the Sunshine Coast and talking to people about the issues that matter to them,” said Mr O’Brien.

“My focus has been, and remains, the constituent s of Fairfax which is why I conduct these seasonal road trips.

While in the Mary Valley, Mr O’Brien’s mobile office attended to constituents at Mapleton and Kenilworth and he stopped by Flaxton for a short chat with locals.

“This month’s road trip was a blockbuster, with 14 stops across Nambour, Peregian Springs, Coolum/Marcoola, Mapleton/Flaxton, Bli Bli, Yandina, Eumundi and Kenilworth and lots more people coming out to chat,” said Mr O’Brien.

“My staff and I will be following up the issues that were brought to us that require further investigation and we’ll be getting back in touch with those constituents.

“We have also taken on board your comments, feedback and opinions and I thank people for taking the time to share their thoughts with me.

“My next road trip will be in spring and I’ll send out the details of dates and locations as the time nears.”

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district folk and those from further afield in the hinterland from Pomona to Crystal Waters, and others in between.

George, Alan and Margaret led the group through various activities associated with clowning for people of all ages and all walks of life. For those not used to speaking and performing in public, it seemed to be a daunting prospect in the beginning, but with the help of the presenters, we found that it wasn’t so difficult after all.

The finale was a musical performance by the two clowns and the group using blown up plastic bags and balloons and sticks was enjoyed by all.

CCC was informally established in 2001 by Barbara Brewstert and is the only organisation in Queensland that trains volunteers in the art of hospital and Aged Care clowning. Its purpose is "to promote and encourage the arts of clowning to bring caring, happiness and inspiration to the community, particularly through visits to hospitals, respite centres, nursing homes and similar, and by partaking in other events."

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t the Annual General Meeting of the Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and Citizens Inc. on 10 May, resolutions were made to drop the ‘citizens’ aspect of the organisation, and change the name to Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce Inc. This was wholeheartedly endorsed by the meeting, with a general feeling of excitement and optimism engendered in the business people of the town and district to have an organisation focused on business. Marty Hunt MP (Member for Nicklin) and Cr Greg Rogerson attended the AGM and both were enthusiastic in pledging their support for the Chamber.

The following officers were elected to the Management Committee of the Chamber: President – Michael Pfeiffer, Vice-President – Steve Conway, Secretary – Sue McMah, Treasurer – Carol Gilmour, Member – Jeff Sanders.

• The Information Centre remains under the auspices of the Chamber of Commerce, and continues to operate efficiently under the guidance of Co-ordinator, Owen Brown, together with his band of dedicated volunteers.

The Centre recently received a grant from the Sunshine Coast Regional Council to cover repairs to the roof, with a very grateful Craft Shop now able to display its wares on the deck without fear of leaks (if it gets to rain any time soon!). The Chamber and Information Centre acknowledge the assistance provided by Council in providing this grant, and greatly appreciate their support.

NEW KENILWORTH AMBULANCE STATION

ember for Nicklin Marty M Hunt pictured left is calling on Health and Ambulance Services

Minister Steven Miles to officially open the Kenilworth Ambulance Station which has been operating for months with little community awareness. The Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce has written to the local member anxious about the delays as they were told not to promote the new station to the community until the Minister opened it officially.

Mr Hunt said, “Look I understand the Minister is very busy trying to change hospital names around Brisbane but Regional Queensland would like to get on with important things like letting their community know about the emergency resources available to them.”

“The Minister apparently promised to come and open the station after the Commonwealth Games but we are now several months on and the station will be due for an upgrade by the time he gets out here.

If he won’t promote it, I’m happy to”, he said.

“I’m happy to send the Minister a map of where Kenilworth is, if that helps. Queenslanders deserve a world-class health system no matter where they live and Kenilworth would love nothing more than spruiking our new station."

80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC CHURCH

lans for the 80th P anniversary celebrations are being finalised with many people contributing to this special event. Two celebrations will

take place: • Sunday 16 September at 11am: Mass commemorating the consecration in 1938 and thanksgiving for the witness of past and present parishioners. Acknowledgment of the traditional custodians of the land on which St John Bosco stands.

• Sunday 30 September at 11am : Ecumenical service to celebrate the communal essence of being church. The liturgy will be based on ecumenical services held in Kenilworth over many years. Local singers and musicians are contributing to the celebration. All in the community are invited to attend.

• Luncheon will be afterwards in St Luke’s hall over the road.

The choice of the name of St John Bosco was made by Archbishop Duhig who presided at the consecration in 1938. John Bosco was recognised for his commitment to bringing education to the young and poor in the area of Italy where he lived. He saw this as a way of keeping them out of child labour. Archbishop Duhig met senior students in Rome who had known John Bosco and expressed “wonderful veneration” for him.

A photo slide view and other items reflecting the story of St John Bosco church will be on display. A wonderful bronze bust of Mary MacKillop (St Mary of the Cross) stands in the garden on the north side of the building. The bust was created by local artist Elli Schlunke. Pictured above the Celebration of First Holy Communion.

If anyone has further information or stories of interest related to the history of St John Bosco please contact Tony at kenilworthhouse@ yahoo.co.au. All other enquiries to Sue on 0439 130 158.

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It was an exciting time for the young players who are between 9 and 12 years of age. There were many other schools and orchestras from around the Sunshine Coast competing so it wasn’t an easy win. Months of practices and perfecting their sound enabled them to achieved their goal. The Mini String players said that it was all worth the effort and were extremely excited by their win. They said that not only was the Eisteddfod great experience but that their playing had improved and that they had made good friends along the way.

Noosa Mini Strings could not have achieved this result without the expert teaching and conducting by Ms Silvi Eckley pictured above.

Silvi formed the Noosa Orchestra in 2010 and has taught strings at Good Shepherd Lutheran College (GSLC) Noosa since 2005. At that time there was only one Noosa String Ensemble but in 2015 it split into two ensembles due to it’s rapid growth and popularity. So the Noosa Mini Strings and the Noosa Ensemble, for Grade 7 to 12 students, were formed and both continue growing today.

Noosa Mini Strings is a community ensemble that is made up of students from throughout the Noosa and surrounding areas.

• Any student in Grade 4 to 6 who can play a stringed instrument is more than welcome to join. Practice is at 3.30pm to 5pm on Tuesday afternoons at the Good Shepherd Lutheran College Theatrette.

Here the kids put their heart and soul into learning, practicing and performing as the Noosa Mini Strings. Silvi makes the practice sessions fun and interactive and gives children of all levels of playing the opportunity to expand their ability and be involved.

Silvi says that she has a committed bunch of young students who love playing music and she loves seeing them improving their technique and growing musically. Silvi gives of her time for free and there is only a yearly fee of $60 which covers insurance and use of the facility.

You're welcome to join us. Just turn up or for more information please contact Silvi on 0405 509 116 or email eckleys@gslc.qld.edu.au • If you are a student in Grade 7 to 12 you are more than welcome to join the Noosa Ensemble which is conducted by Ms Chrissy Davis.

The ensemble did very well in placing 3rd at the Eisteddfod against 19 other String Ensembles. Rehearsals are at GSLC on Wednesday from 3.30 -5pm.

The Mini Strings and Noosa Ensemble perform three concerts per year. They play alongside the Noosa Orchestra which is conducted by the acclaimed conductor Mr Antoni Bonetti of the Brisbane Symphony Orchestra and who is internationally known. These wonderful concerts often sell out. The Noosa Orchestra also welcomes players to join their rehearsals on Thursday from 6pm -8pm at GSLC. You can find them on Facebook − Noosa Orchestra.

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n 29 July, Jodi, Alice, Rachael and Sonia braved a foggy early morning start to compete at the Cooroy Gymkhana. They competed in the Associates and Seniors categories, which were both large groups. Pictured left Rachael riding Ricochet placed 1st overall.

On 4 August, members at the club’s muster, with Sharne as their instructor, spent the morning practicing riding at the required speed, preparing for the following week's “One Day Event” (ODE) at Gympie.

On Sunday 5 August at Pomona Gymkhana at the Pomona Showground, five Associate riders from our club, Amaya, Alice, Jodi, Peta and Rachael, competed in a group of 14 riders. Peta placed 3rd overall as well as being Champion Rider 13 Years and over.

Alice received a trophy for the fastest barrel race of the day.

• On the weekend of 11-12 August, KPC rocked it at the Gympie Pony Club ODE (yes, that was held over two days)! Not only did they ride well, they displayed good sportsmanship throughout the weekend, cheering each other and providing encouraging words when required. All KPC riders placed in the top 10 of their groups.

Peta placed 1st Overall in the Pre-Intro (Prelim 60cm) group with Alice 2nd, Jodi 4th and Rachael 8th.

Amaya placed 7th in the Intro (Prelim 80cm) Group. Pictured left our lovely Senior, Catriona, placed 3rd in the Newcomers (Walk Trot 40cm) Group. Well done to all riders and workers, Sharne and Sonia! Oh, and by the way, Happy 21st Birthday JODI!!! li

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e have unfortunately had a slight increase in property crime around the Kandanga area over the last month. A reminder to take the time to secure any valuable items you may outside your address. It can help to hamper those opportunistic thieves on the look out for property. Keep an eye on your neighbours and please report anything unusual to Police.

At an unknown time between the 30th of July 2018 and the 6th of August some thieves have stolen property belonging to the Kandanga Cemetery Association. Property includes a distinctive John Deere 100 Series Rideon mower with a nudge bar fitted to the front and other gardening equipment. Police would love to receive information from anyone in the community who may be able to provide information in locating the mower. If you can help with information, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or the Imbil Police Station.

A distinctive DairyMaid milking machine was also stolen from a rural property at Kandanga between the 3rd of August 2018 and 5th of August 2018. If you can help with information, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or the Imbil Police Station.

A thirty-four-year-old woman from Logan was charged with the unlawful use of a motor vehicle at Imbil on the 22nd of July 2018.

The woman is due to appear at the Cleveland Magistrates Court on the 28th of August 2018.

A mountain bike and helmet has been found abandoned at the Imbil Park. If you are missing a mountain bike and think it could be yours please contact the Imbil Police Station – 5484 5222.

• The next Rural Watch meeting is on Monday 1 October 2018 at 7:30pm at the Kandanga Hall.

• The next Blue Light is due to be held on Friday 14 September.

The Blue Light is still on the lookout for young people over 16 who love an opportunity to learn how to DJ. If this for you please check out the Mary Valley Blue Light Facebook page.

Stay safe, Sergeant Brock Murphy and Senior Constable Bill Greer, Imbil Police Station − 5484 5222.

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KENILWORTH POLICE UPDATE

e have had a busy few months with a high number of visitors to the area. I’m happy to report most visitors were well behaved.

The Chook Chase was again a huge success and thank you to everyone that was involved and participation for your good behaviour.

We had a few Break and Enters at the Kenilworth dump, where the offender stole batteries and scrap metal. This has been going on for a few months. We installed monitored security cameras and within 24hours of installing the cameras we caught the offender whilst he was still in the dump. He was arrested and later charged with six offences. We are looking at also having the same system installed in and around the Kenilworth CBD. • I am still getting complaints about trucks speeding and tailgating on Eumundi Kenilworth Road. We have been cracking down on speeding trucks and the manager of Boral is also assisting and addressing the issues by speaking with the owners of the tracking companies.

If you have any information about any crime being committed or drugs being sold / used or produced would you please report it. Your identity will be protected and you can report the matter anonymously via Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or Police Link 131 444. Please help me make our community safe and drug free.

Thank you to the community for the ongoing support.

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SEPTEMBER & OC TOBER FESTIVALS

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rom NZ to Perth, will you be joining us for Mitchell Creek Rock 'N' Blues Fest 2018!?

The Mitchell Creek Rock and Blues Fest occurs once per year for three days in September − this year from Friday 21 September to Sunday 23 September. It has grown from 800 patrons in 2013 to a sell-out 3000 in 2017.

Mitchell Creek welcomes patrons from all over Australia which is understandable when we deliver world class live rock and blues music that can be heard in crystal clarity anywhere within the picturesque, natural hillside amphitheatre.

It seems our patrons enjoy the experience so much that 50% of our past patrons returned in 2017.

Thank you to all those who believe in what we do and have supported us. If we continue with the same growth, it's envisaged that the festival will sell out again in 2018.

Pack the camper, secure your BYO, bring a hat and have some fun.

There's always room for a few more mates, friends and family!

Ticket options and all festival information is online, from artists background, venue information and the music lineup program.

Visit www.mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au Jimmy Budgen, Director MCRNB

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en days, 130+ artists, and 50+ events: this year’s Rush Festival is set to ignite the Gympie region with two jam-packed weeks of creativity and family fun!

Rush 2018 will be an imaginative celebration of grass-roots arts, local culture, heritage and eclectic performances for every age, interest and taste.

Gympie Regional Council’s annual Rush Festival will be held 11 – 21 October 2018 across 20 venues in the Gympie Town Centre.

Gympie’s decades-old tradition of building and riding homemade billy carts will be reinvigorated during this year’s Rush Festival, with the introduction of the exciting Nashy’s 500 Billy Cart Challenge on Mellor Street.

• The exciting new Rush Carnivale is an exciting family experience spread across 9-acres of the Gympie Town Centre on Saturday 13 October. The Civic Centre and Mellor Street Precinct will come alive with roaming entertainment, live music, kids rides and fair food.

The Rush Carnivale will feature five indoor and outdoor stages, over 60 acts, as well as the historic Gold Rush Parade, Nashy’s 500 Billy Cart Challenge, Billy Cart Drive-In, street performances, acrobatics, children’s workshops and licensed 18+ bar areas.

Internationally-renowned physical comedy duo Ruby Rubberlegs and Daniel Oldaker aka ‘Dandyman’ will bring their inimitable circus bonanza to Gympie during Rush’s Comedy Gold festival

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alongside DC Callan (Adelaide Fringe Festival) and world-improv Queen Rebecca De Unamuno (Hamish & Andy, The Chaser’s War on Everything, Kath & Kim).

• Urban folk superstar Darren Hanlon returns to his small town roots from his US Tour for an exclusive performance at the Heritage Theatre. While here, he will bring all his industry experience with him to develop local musicians through a series of writing and vocal workshops, alongside a swag of his industry colleagues.

• Combining art with technology, Gympie Civic Centre’s Prospector’s Hall will transform from a traditional exhibition and performance space into a never seen before immersive experience.

Through the use of high definition multimedia equipment, artist James Muller will curate a digital show that amplifies emotions and creates a unique visual and soundscape event.

• Craft beer aficionados can taste the Gympie region and hinterland’s finest craft beers on the first ever Pale Ale Rail ride. Departing Gympie’s historic Rattler Railway Station, passengers will be treated to tastes of bespoke craft beers while listening to live music performances on a return trip to quaint cottage town Amamoor.

Rush Festival 2018 will kick off from 6.00pm Thursday 11 October at the Gympie Regional Gallery with the official presentation of the 2018 Rush Art Awards, as well as outdoor artisan markets, food trucks, live acoustic music from Dan Duggan, the Dennis Sisters, and aerobatic performances.

Find out more about the program at rushfestival.com.au.

Rush Festival is presented by Gympie Regional Council with funding support from the Australian Government’s Building Better Regions Fund.

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hite Tiger Martial Arts & Self Defence are proud to announce that Gympie now has its very own 3rd Degree Black Belt instructor in the self defence style of BJMA Krav Maga.

Last month Head Instructor Jaye Howard and three of his dedicated, long term students of White Tiger Martial Arts & Self Defence, flew to Melbourne to participate and be graded in the self defence style BJMA Krav Maga.

The gruelling two day (15 hours!) hands-on BJMA Krav Maga national training and certification seminar and grading had Master Instructors from around Australia.

Congratulations to Gympie locals Dave Mcauley and Jarrod Smith who both achieved their rank of Black Belt, and Paul Meredith who achieved the rank of Green Belt at the two day self defence seminar and grading.

When asked what it feels like to witness his students achieve goals like this, Jaye said, “There are no words to describe the honour I feel having this opportunity to help others progress and achieve their goals in martial arts and self defence. This is why I love it and do what I do.”

For those who say “it’s too hard”, when Jaye was 22 and just starting out in martial arts, he was injured in a car accident. His leg was so shattered the surgeons strenuously recommended he sign a release to allow them to amputate from the knee down. However, Jaye chose the extremely hard road − having reconstruction, plates, bolts and rods and a great deal of pain during the 18 months of recovery and rehab. He learned to live with it and walk again.

Once he was fit enough, Jaye began to train in martial arts again.

Armed with a deep love for it, and a great deal of dedication, focus and tenacity, Sensei Jaye has been training and progressing as a student of Bob Jones Martial Arts for over two decades. Jaye is now currently ranked 3rd Degree Black Belt in his two chosen styles − Zen Do Kai and BJMA Krav Maga.

There are martial arts classes for beginners to advanced.

• Tuesday and Thursday nights in both styles, Zen Do Kai and BJMA Krav Maga at Senior Citizens Hall Gympie.

• Wednesday nights in Zen Do Kai (no Krav) at Kandanga.

Check the website for details, or feel free to drop in for a chat.

Jaye's bio is here www.whitetigermartialarts.com.au/instructors  Pictured top Paul Meredith (Green Belt), Jarrod Smith (Black Belt), Jaye Howard (3rd Degree Black Belt − Senior Instructor) and David Mcauley (Black Belt). Pic by Carolyn Shearn Photography.

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WHY WEAVE HANGING BIRD NESTS?

his International Year of the Bird has seen campaigning all over the globe to protect those natural habitats that provide suitable places for birds to live and successfully raise their families.

In the Mary Valley region bird habitats may be threatened by the ongoing invasion of the tenacious Cat’s Claw creeper, a noxious weed that climbs, smothers and eventually drags down all trees in its path. Eradication continues to prove difficult.

This may bring challenges to the diversity of our birdlife over time. Birds are integral to a healthy environment because they keep systems in balance by pollinating, dispersing seeds and eating unwanted insects.

Hence this project is aimed to inspire communities to act in the best interest of all birds by preserving and enhancing local bird habitats. Workshops shall see the Cat’s Claw vine rendered harmless through the process of cutting and collection to weaving into bird nests (hanging in there!), an equally tenacious symbol of hope and growth potential.

Throughout this process it is hoped participants and spectators alike develop a deeper connection to the understanding that as the bird is to the free spirit, the nest is to that secret place that corresponds with our heart.

With this knowledge we will know that every tree, sapling and bush is a potential ecosystem offering cover and nesting sites for future generations of birds.

Ultimately, we will be reminded that their fate may well be in our hands.

• Come along to the free Cat’s Claw Weaving Workshop 1516 Sept. For details and registration ASAP! Please email Nan cy78@activ8.net.au or call Glenda 0411 443 589.

ALAN FALLS 'ARTIST IN RESIDENCE' EXHIBITION

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rtist Alan Falls solo exhibition runs from 8 September to 10 October.

The official opening Alan is working toward will be held at Pomona Railway Station Gallery, 10 Station Street, Pomona on Saturday 8 September at 11am.

Everyone is welcome and there will be nibbles and drinks served.

A couple of years ago Alan found himself without a studio, as no doubt happens to many artists throughout their careers. He had up until then been accustomed to a 12 by 6 metre shed with a bed in one corner and kitchen in another, the rest was studio space, for most artists ideal. He was in search of a new way to work. The Australian artist Imants Tillers came to mind. Tillers is an artist who works on small panels to create very large pieces. With this renowned artist as inspiration and borrowing from techniques used by many street artists Alan has developed a process suiting his living situation, artwork style and interests.

For updates on Alan’s progress go to www.pomonagallery.com or Facebook and Instagram @pomonarailwaystationgallery  Pictured "Discover Noosa − After Storrier's Histrionic Wayfairer"

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• Winner of the $2500 Bendigo Bank Open Award was Kym Barrett Mixed Media Art with Sanctuary.

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This venue on private property promises to be a great weekend with lovely trails and judgepoints along the way. Distance will be 20 – 22 kms and suitable for unshod horses as it is over forest trails.

Riders can be individual or teams so everyone can have a chance to enjoy this weekend away out in the country with BBQ and salad on the Saturday night and a sausage sizzle lunch on the Sunday.

You will need to bring your own water and water for your horse, bags for manure removal, horse yards, chair and coffee cup.

Members cost is $30.00 and $50 non-members which includes insurance. Nominations need to be in by 5 September 2018 with Open, Novice, Junior, Teams and Training Divisions.

For more information about this exciting event, please view the flyer and nomination form on the website – www.Scater.com.au

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olitics is politics, whether it be state, federal or local. The recent federal government antics certainly set a new benchmark on how governments shouldn’t behave. Thankfully the local situation is somewhat more peaceful (unless of course you live in certain other parts of Qld). That said we do have our battles within our councils, our towns and our organisations.

The Mary Valley is not exempt and I hope to help people to work together to ensure that the Valley people are as happy as their visitors. Give me a call, SMS or email if I can assist.

The Muster, Mary Valley Show and the Rockfest are over for another year. Having worked again at the Muster (for the 37th time I think), it is great to see it successful. The Board seems to have succeeded in ‘right sizing’ the event, a move which should make it more sustainable. It was a great time also to catch up with old friends like Bob Abbot and Berard Webb.

Phone or SMS Bob Fredman on 0418 708 745 Email: bob.fredman@gympie.qld.gov.au

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y the time you’re reading this you’ll have hopefully had a chance to see the striking new splash of colour in the main street of Kenilworth!

Approximately forty hanging flower baskets now adorn the facades of local businesses and I’d like to say a huge thankyou to The Mary Valley Voice for auspicing grant funding from my discretionary divisional funds to bring this initiative to fruition.

I’d also like to thank Tony and Juna Kebblewhite from Florabundance Wholesale Nursery at Verrierdale, for providing a vast array of plants and flowers to fill these new baskets, free of charge! In a further act of generosity, Tony and Juna donated their expertise in selecting specific plants to suit the position of each hanging basket relative to the amount of daily sun it receives.

With a relatively small amount of time necessitated for ongoing watering and fertilising, by the various business owners, Elizabeth Street should become one of the prettiest and most colourful streets on the planet.

Kenilworth Show and Rodeo The Kenilworth Show and Rodeo returns on Saturday 15 September with show jumping, wood chopping, pavilion exhibits, great food and night time entertainment including fireworks and live music.

I’ll be there lending a helping hand where I can and I can’t wait!

Check out www.kenilworthshowgrounds.org.au/show-rodeo for more details on what’s happening and when.

Crossing options There have been some rumblings within the Kenilworth community regarding the safety of pedestrians crossing Elizabeth Street. These rumblings have grown louder of late, as Kenilworth has increased in popularity as a drawcard for visitors, particularly on weekends.

Elizabeth Street is a State Government-controlled road so I engaged with the Department of Transport & Main Roads (DTMR) and Council Transport Management staff to examine in detail the current risks to pedestrian safety on Elizabeth Street and whether any interventions were necessary.

After weighing up Elizabeth Street’s ‘zero crash history’ over the last five+ years and its low-speed limit, it was determined that installing a pedestrian crossing wasn’t necessary at this time.

Of the four possible options for pedestrian crossings which were put forward for consideration by Council and DTMR during this examination, all required the removal of at least four parking spaces – with two of the options needing eight car parks to be taken away. While safety is and always will be the primary concern for me, for Council staff and DTMR, in this particular instance on Elizabeth Street, the risks to pedestrians simply haven’t come close to outweighing the sure-fire negatives of removing up to eight car parking spaces.

As always though, my door is and always will be open as your local Councillor and I encourage residents of the hinterland to continue to bring any issues, concerns or queries they have to my attention.

Catch you in the valley soon, Rogo.

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