2024 Mary Valley Voice - 11th September Vol. 34 #9

The

MaryValleyVoice

Vale Hermann Schwabe 2 Kenilworth Show & Rodeo 3 Mystery History Quiz 4 Cats Claw Creeper 11 Suicide Prevention 15

11 SEPTEMBER 2024 Vol. 34 #09

connecting communities

WE SAY GOODBYE TO A GREAT MAN VALE HERMANN SCHWABE Last month saw the passing of Hermann Schwabe, dedicated ex-councillor for the Kenilworth region.

In 1982, Hermann was elected as councillor for Division 1 in the former Maroochy Shire Council. He won by only six votes. For the next six terms, until he retired in 2004, he won by a comfortable majority, once even unopposed.

This support of his constituents for over two decades is a clear testimony to his character, determination, vision and integrity.

Hermann left his mark on the Sunshine Coast. From tightening development regulations and shaping the regions’ town plan to improving water quality and environmental protection, Hermann’s relentless pursuit of a better way still benefits the Sunshine Coast and its residents.

After retiring from Maroochy Shire in 2004, Hermann moved to Maleny, where he lived for most of the last two decades of his life. He passed on the 7th of August 2024 at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. He had battled increasingly with dementia for a number of years, after a stroke in 2021.

He will be remembered for his vision, strength, dedication, passion and so much more.

A public memorial will be held for Hermann at the Kenilworth Hall on October 19 at 1pm.

If you would like to be involved, share memories or just keep informed, please contact Cornelia, at rememberinghermann@gmail. com.

Kenilworth, his home town for nearly thirty years, saw first hand the rewards of Hermann’s dedication. He transformed the Kenilworth playground from a relatively bare park to a state of the art playground that was the envy of the rest of the Sunshine Coast and further afield.

He significantly contributed to the community pool, and was integral in creating the Kenilworth library.

"My father was a man who was committed to the people and his vision. He was not afraid of standing alone for what he believed in," says daughter, Cornelia. "He had strong views on many things, and doggedly pursued improvement. Even after retirement, he continued to be interested in local government, and remained highly involved in the community.”

For the community...

Send your articles, advertising and community news stories to Samantha maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com

2 | 11 SEPTEMBER 2024

The Mary Valley Voice

KENILWORTH SHOW & RODEO SHOW A FANTASTIC RIDE

run venue specialising in camping and equestrian activities. The showgrounds are fully equipped and amenities include a dining room and kitchen, a recreation hall, and bathrooms with powered and un-powered sites available.

CELEBRATING everything horse, rodeo and country, the annual Kenilworth Show & Rodeo is a fantastic family-friendly event.

Running now for over 100 years, there is always something for everyone from wood chop to horse events, dog jumping to sideshows, chainsaw post ripping, chooks, The Kenilworth Show & Rodeo is the perfect opportunity to dust and snake shows. off the cowboy boots and Akubra, Plus, exciting competitions in horticulture, so don’t miss this fantastic ride. cooking, craft and sewing will also take place. The National Rodeo Association Saturday 21st September will also host exciting events, including at the Kenilworth bull rides, bronc rides, barrel races, roping, Showgrounds from 8am. and steer wrestling. Starting at 8 am on Adult entry $20 Saturday 21st September at the Kenilworth Showgrounds, a community-owned and Children $5.

Photo Credit: Neil Kendall

Welcome to our new Advertiser --> see p.9 for more info on how your business, class or community group can be seen through our advertising packages.

The Mary Valley Voice

11 SEPTEMBER 2024

|3

MYSTERY HISTORY QUIZ TIME & PRIZES HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT KENILWORTH? One of the visiting caravan clubs recently compiled a questionnaire for their members to help them get to know more about Kenilworth. No one in the group achieved full marks. They were not allowed to “Google” for the answers – it was an observational test. Can you achieve better marks that the visitors? All the answers may be found on signs or by searching in and around the township. Some answers may be confirmed by a visit to the Museum.

Completed questionnaires may be dropped in the bucket outside the Roxy Room at the Museum. There will be prizes. ~ Lenore Meldrum, President, Kenilworth & District Historical Association.

QUESTIONS

8. At the Bakery how could you get your name on a ‘1 kilo’ Dish?

1. What date was Kenilworth Town Park 9. How many hours is the Library open for, on officially opened?

Fridays?

2. Which Government official opened 10. At the Library which Aboriginal group Kenilworth Town Park? is acknowledged by the Sunshine Coast 3. Who was Queensland Premier when the Council? town Water Supply began?

11. What year did the current owner buy the 4. How many years were the SIMS brothers Kenilworth Cheese Factory? in business in Kenilworth?

12. At which historic building in the township 5. Would the Cheese Factory have had is a ‘ThunderBox’ near? floodwater through it in 1955?

13. In what year was the first Kenilworth 6. How many famous people are depicted Provisional School built? in the Bakery ‘Art Trail’ Murals?

14. Where in the township can you shake Salt 7. In the Bakery Art trail Murals - Who’s & Pepper from ‘Coronas’? ‘coming back’?

15. What is the name of the building in the township that has a statue of a saint nearby?

16. Who is depicted in the statue referred in Question 15?

17. In Isaac Moore Park what is the ‘arty looking’ Canistrum structure used for?

18. What does it’s shape represent?

19. How many Fish are in the Canistrum?

20. What large white words are above ‘Isaac Moore Park’ on the grey sign?

Submit your answers on a piece of paper with your name and contact details.

Below: Lenore Meldrum receiving her Cultural Heritage Achievement award from Peter Connell, Sunshine Coast Cultural Heritage Officer, at the volunteers presentation event at the Kenilworth Museum.

RAINFALL MOY POCKET – AUGUST 2024 by Graham Brennan This August 110mm. Wettest August since 2007 with 220mm, Last August 15mm. 23 year average August 45mm.

3 months of winter 175mm. Last Winter 69mm. Average winter 151mm Rain fell on 8 days, August average 6 days .

Total rain for first 8 months of year 1053mm. Same period last year gave us 341mm. Jan-August Average 854mm.

12 month total till end August 1368mm. 22 year annual average 1233mm.

On the verandah for August our days 1 degree above average and nights were 3 degrees above average.

COMMUNITY NEWS UPDATES CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

KENILWORTH SWIMMING POOL

Here's a special Hello & Welcome to all our visitors to lovely Kenilworth & District.

The Kenilworth Community Swimming Pool will be opening on Saturday, 14 th September.

Our local churches offer you a warm welcome to our services and to morning tea afterwards. You might like to participate in some of our activities.

For the 24/25 season,

St Luke's Anglican services are on Sunday mornings at 9am and a short Morning Prayer on Thursday mornings at 9am. This service is followed by Meditation at 9:30am at St John Bosco's with a social gathering afterwards at the local coffee shop. If you've never tried meditation before, this group will gently guide you.

Wednesdays and Thursdays, however we will open every day during public and school

Each year, St Luke's makes up 120 or so Christmas Hampers to be distributed to elderly folk being cared for by Anglicare in Nambour and at Erowal, Maleny. We seek donations of small personal care items such as small tissue packs, soap, hand cream, toiletries etc.

Any small items would be gratefully accepted and can be left at St Luke's Church. St Luke's also makes knitted or crochet rugs for Anglicare, with some wool supplied. Maybe knitters might be interested in joining the Knitters & Natters group run by Kenilworth Arts Council each Tuesday at 10am.

Pool open weekdays: 12pm-4pm

The World Day of Prayer for Creation was celebrated at St George's Anglican Church in Maleny on 1 Sept with an Evensong for Creation led by Rev'd Deb Bird with the sermon and prayers by Archbishop Jeremy Greaves. Also taking part also were members of the Catholic, Uniting and Lutheran Churches and Barung Landcare.

St Luke's Dates for You Diary: Sunday 29 September 9:30am - Ecumenical Service at St Luke's. ( No separate Anglican or Catholic services that day.)

Sunday 6 October 9am - The Blessing of the Animals - Outdoor HC service - Feast of St Francis Sunday 27 October 9am - St Luke's Feast Day HC - Rev'd Kaye Pitman There is a farewell on Sunday 13 October at 9:30am at St George's, Maleny, for Rev'd Deb Bird who is taking up the position of rector in the Kenmore-Brookfield Parish. A shared lunch will follow the service.

As St John Bosco's parish priest, Fr Odinaka , will be away on 15 Sept for the monthly Mass, we will gather each Sunday for Liturgy of the Word with Communion at 9am. St John Bosco Church will be open every Saturday from 10am -4pm for visitors and locals alike to spend time in quiet reflection away from the busyness of daily life, in a beautiful church space steeped in a history of community worship for over eighty years.

Please note that due to the limited number of volunteers the pool will be closed

Holidays. Pool facilities will be available all season to lap swimmers.

Pool open Weekends: 10am-4pm We are lucky to have a swimming pool in Kenilworth, so let’s use it and not lose it.

Please consider joining the pool committee to help run this great facility. ~ Hans Schinkel, Kenilworth Pool

CELEBRATING CRICKET! Calling on all past Kenilworth Cricket Club players, we invite you to come along to celebrate the many years of cricket played in Kenilworth, on Saturday 19th October.

We will be incorporating this reunion with the Kenilworth Community College Centenary as many of our past players went to school here in Kenilworth and played in the Junior teams and then went on to play Senior cricket. At one stage Kenilworth Cricket Club fielded 5 Junior teams (made up of both Boys and Girls) and 4 Senior Teams. Quite an achievement for a small club!

There will be a cash bar on the day and a small presentation will be held around 1pm and please bring along any old photos you want to share on the day along with caps, bats etc that were special to you.

We hope you see you there, Please contact Ian (George) Ferriday with any enquiries - 0427 460 221

~ Cheerio from the churches

KENILWORTH ARTS COUNCIL Come to The Arts Shack (back of Kenilworth Library) and join us for the following weekly sessions

Kenilworth

ARTS COUNCIL www.kenilwortharts.org.au

Knit and Natter 10am Tues $2 A social get together knitting own project and/or charity projects. Cuppa provided.

Kenilworth and District Singers(KaDs) Fri 10-12.30pm $2 Bring your musical instruments and voice for a jam.

Family Art Circle Sat 9-11am $2 Expression Sessions exploring elements of Art. Storybook and games. All ages welcome.

Contact kac@kenilwortharts.org.au for further information or follow us on Facebook

The Mary Valley Voice

11 SEPTEMBER 2024 | 5 July 15, 2015

MARY VALLEY BUSINESSES Imb il Based !

l Loca ness i s u B

YOUR BIZ HERE

KAC DIARY DATES 17/18/19 MAY

KENILWORTH ARTSFEST 2024

From $50/ Month

Knit and Natter 10am Tues $2

KENILWORTH Plumbing & Gas 0477 017 976 • Hot Water Units − Electric / Gas • Q.B.S.A. # 040206

THE MARY VALLEY VOICE © 2022

KaDs 10-12.30pm Fri by donation Family Art Circle 9-11am Sat by donation For further information please email kac@kenilwortharts.org.au

kenilworthplumbingandgas@gmail.com

•Solicitors visiting Kenilworth• Thursday afternoons by appoinment only

5447 3122 e: admin@cartlaw.com.au

•

CARTWRIGHTS Lawyers

•

Storage EUMUNDI

Clean • Secure • Self-lockable units Free pickup (conditions apply)

PHONE 5442 8627

GREEN EARTHWORX We don’t do average.

Kenilworth Country Top Cafe UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

OPEN: WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY HOURS: 9.30AM - 4 PM 12 Elizabeth St, Kenilworth

MARY VALLEY VOICE © 2015

Wayne Isbister 0467 581 031 D6H and D6 winch Dozer 22T and 1.5T Excavators Posi Track Bobcat Crane Truck with Tipper 100hp Tractor Slasher Logging, Tree Felling, Firewood

6 | 11 SEPTEMBER 2024

Servicing the Hinterland.

Lisa & Ray Green

Send your community news to

0457 336 122 • 0487 549 250

maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com

greenearthworx@bigpond.com

The Mary Valley Voice

THANK YOU ADVERTISERS residential rural land sales

commercial rental

THE MARY VALLEY VOICE © JULY 2019

CATERING FOR ALL ASPECTS OF TREE WORKS

0458 659 710 Servicing the Sunshine Coast and Hinterland Gympie and surrounding areas

QUALIFIED ARBORIST

Fully Insured – Free Quotes Stump Grinding – Cherry Picker Hire Earthworks – Email bushandbeachtrees�live.com.au

www.bushandbeachtreeservices.com.au

RJR Property 1300 000 RJR www.RJRproperty.com.au Mary Valley Specialists

Servicing the Gympie & Greater Region and Beyond Successful sales in the Gympie & Greater Region including the Mary Valley along with other nearby regions being Noosa Hinterland, Sunshine Coast Hinterland, and South Burnett.

Properties sold include residential houses, lifestyle acreage and large rural properties.

Let’s turn your real estate dreams into reality.

Contact me today for a no-obligation, free and honest discussion about what you could achieve in today’s market.

cheriecarlson.com.au cherie@cheriecarlson.com.au

0428 834 708

TAKE YOUR BIZ TO THE NEXT LEVEL -> TESTIMONIAL Advertising with the May Valley Voice was a very successful experience for me, reasonably priced and pleasant to do business with. I am now booked up 9 months in advance!

Lance Maher, Carpenter

THE PAPER FOR OUR MAGAZINE IS FSC CERTIFIED FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL

Carbon neutral Soy based inks Compostable in the garden - good for weeds!

PUBLIC NOTICE

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program Spring 2024

Sponsor a

Community

CREATIVE PHILANTHROPY

Page

SUPPORT LOCAL NEWS

FROM $70/MONTH

Contact Sam: maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com / 0425620719

8 | 11 SEPTEMBER 2024

For more information please contact: Sunshine Coast Council E mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au T 07 5475 7272

24064B

INCREASE BUSINESS VISIBILITY

Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Biosecurity Queensland is supporting a community-based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Wild dogs cost Australia’s agricultural sector $89 million per year.

Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna including koalas. Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control restricted species on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility. The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Cambroon, Conondale, Curramore, Eerwah Vale, Elaman Creek, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Obi Obi, Peachester, Reesville and Witta areas from 7 September - 15 October, 2024.

sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

The Mary Valley Voice

Be seen by over 5000 locals and tourists per month!

10% discount for approved organisations / community groups PACKAGE 1

PACKAGE 2

PACKAGE 3

$50

$95

$195

1 small spotlight story 6x3cm ad each month 6 month minimum

1 medium spotlight 9x6cm ad each month 6 month minimum

1 large spotlight story 1/4 page ad monthly 6 months minimum

SAVE $100

SAVE $150

SAVE $200

SMALL BIZ SPOTLIGHT

BUSINESS BUILDER

BIG IMPACT

$465

$770

$1200

1 medium spotlight 3 x square ads 3 x business card ads

1 large spotlight 3 x business card ads 3 x 1/4 page ads

1 large spotlight 3 x 1/4 page ad 3 x 1/2 page ad

SAVE $210

SAVE $300

/month

/month

/month

SAVE $545

The MVV is great 'bang for buck' for print media. Our full-colour glossy (but compostable) magazine prints 2500 copies per month. Well over 5000 locals and tourists read the magazine every month and we distribute across the Mary Valley and surrounds, from Conondale to Kenilworth, Imbil, Kandanga, Amamoor, Eumundi, Cooroy and up to Gympie. The magazine is also uploaded digitally to the Issuu platform and shared on social media.

Cost is for ‘print ready’ artwork. Custom designs can be produced for an extra fee.

BOOK NOW!

For more information or to book your package contact Samantha on 0425620719 or maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com

THANK YOU TO OUR ADVERTISERS Year 6

NOOSA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

Enrol online now for 2025!

“Sheridan blew us away with her knowledge and professionalism during our selling process. She always had our best interest at heart” - Hinterland Seller

For all your buying and selling needs, contact Hinterland local, Sheridan, today.

KINDERGARTEN • PREP • PRIMARY • SECONDARY Building Pathways to Success A: 20 Cooroy Belli Creek Road, Cooroy P: 07 5447 7808 E: info@noosacc.qld.edu.au W: www.noosacc.qld.edu.au RESPECT • INTEGRITY • RESPONSIBILITY COMPASSION • SERVICE • HOPE • EFFORT

10 | 11 SEPTEMBER 2024

Sheridan Hodgetts

Sales Consultant 0419 491 448 || 07 5447 7000 sheridan@hinternoosa.com.au 30 Maple Street, Cooroy QLD 4563 hinternoosa.com.au

The Mary Valley Voice

ENVIRONMENT & COMMUNITY AN INSIDIOUS CREEPER Cat’s claw creeper vine (Macfadyena unguis-cati) can completely smother whole forests and change soil chemistry, making it one of our worst weeds in Australia. This woody vine has claw-like tendrils it uses to climb up trees, large yellow flowers seen in summer along some stretches of the Mary River, and long seed pods with papery seeds that spread easily on the wind. Cat’s claw creeper was introduced originally as a garden ornamental and is now found across the Sunshine Coast. It is a restricted invasive plant under the Biosecurity Act 2014, which means that if you have cat’s claw creeper on your property you need to manage its impacts and prevent its spread.

Scan the QR code or visit Council’s website for information and help on managing this aggressive weed. Managing invasive plants at your place benefits our whole region.

Commit. Collaborate. Celebrate. ~ Rhea Phelan, Pest Plant Officer, Sunshine Coast Council

COMMUNITY SKILLING UP TO BE PREPARED IN THE HINTERLAND Plan C has started delivering its Community Carers and Responders (CCR) training to Pomona, Gympie and Maryborough. The three day training program is being delivered in each of the three locations.

The CCR program trains community volunteers in important topics like self-care, how to handle disasters, how to build stronger communities, and emergency communications.

As a result, participants know how to prepare their house for future disruptions, how to become more food and water resilient, how to plan for power outages, and more. In this comprehensive program, attendees also receive first aid and psychological first aid training for free. Upon graduation, participants are mentored to implement a project that builds their own community’s resilience. It’s pretty comprehensive really!

on Friday 6 September, followed by Saturday 5 October and concludes Saturday 12 October. Participants are also offered a full day of both First Aid and Psychological First Aid as part of the program. You too can join in, by applying here (but note that places are limited so apply soon!): https://www.planc.org.au/ccr-apply ‘Our Plan is the Community’ is the motto of not-for-profit organisation Plan C, whose mission is to build the resilience and regenerative capacities of Australian communities. As part of this mission they created the Community Carers & Responders (CCR) program in response to weather events and the impact on the community in 2022. CCR is a network of community members trained and nurtured to build community resilience.

The funding for this activity is provided by Country to Coast, QLD, with the support from the Australian Government through the PHN The program commences in Pomona Program.

The Mary Valley Voice

SKILL UP HELP BUILD A STRONG & HEALTHY COMMUNITY FREE 3 DAY TRAINING PROGRAM

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN

Join 300+ Graduates First Aid

Psychological First Aid Food and water security Disaster resilience Planning skills Responding skills Community building Identifying risks Identifying solutions

POMONA Friday 6 September Saturday 5 October Saturday 12 October

What is a Plan C?

9am to 5pm

BE SUPPORTED TO CREATE LOCAL COMMUNITY PROJECTS ALSO BEING DELIVERED IN

GYMPIE & MARYBOROUGH

A not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to build the resilience and regenerative capacities of Australian communities.

We created the Community Carers & Responders program, a network of community members trained and nurtured to build community resilience.

Nearly 300 people have graduated the program to date.

Our Plan is the Community.

For more information contact Nicole: 0428 635 829 or nicole@planc.org.au Register now to secure your position at:

www.planc.org.au/ccr-apply

11 SEPTEMBER 2024 | 11

COMMUNITY NEWS CR WINSTON JOHNSTON DIVISION 5 - SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL

Community News Amazing renovations, modern designs and heritage treasures...

Here’s your chance to look, learn and be inspired by the Sunshine Coast’s most captivating properties with Sunshine Coast Open House. The event, which is the region’s largest public architecture and design festival, includes an impressive calendar of events before the open weekend, held on 19 and 20 October. Take part in walking tours, ‘Pints of the past’ heritage pubs tours, library architecture talks and a heritage town appreciation ‘Paint and sip’ event. Visit sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au for more.

Get healthy: Invigorate your life today Healthy Sunshine Coast is Council’s flagship community health and wellbeing program. It is a holistic, low-cost program suitable for all ages and abilities. The program aims to help you move well, eat well, sleep well, think well, connect well and enjoy time in nature. The activities include Kid’s Yoga, Zumba, Aqua Aerobics and many more! All activities only cost $10 or $5 with a Health Care/Pensioner Card. Visit Council’s website to learn more.

Watch Council’s next Ordinary Meeting View online on Council's website or at Sunshine Coast City Hall Chambers on 26 Septmber at 9am.

Museum school holiday adventure Museum Mystery Madness is back, offering a great family day out as you crack codes and solve clues at eight local museums across the region. Throughout September, simply visit a participating museum and complete the quiz for a chance to win one of five $50 school or office vouchers. Visit Council's Heritage website for more details.

Time to register your best mate Registering your cat or dog, helps reunite them with you if they get lost and ensures pet-related services are provided where they’re needed most. Registration renewals are due by 30 September. So check your mailbox or email.

Get the latest Council news delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for the OurSC enewsletter.

sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au 07 5475 7272 |

Parks and Gardens: The warmer weather has arrived significantly earlier this year. Our parks and gardens are already seeing increased grass growth as a result. In response, Council is transitioning to its spring mowing schedule earlier. The Parks and Gardens team have lined up additional support officers to make sure mowing and maintenance work is undertaken safely, timely, and with quality standards met.

Parks and Gardens manage more than 1,450 hectares of open spaces which includes 3,512 mowing sites - or to put that in perspective - 933 NRL fields. It’s a truly amazing effort and logistical feat! Make sure you give the team a friendly wave next time you see them out cutting the grass.

Maleny Makeover: The Maleny Streetscape project aims to enhance Maleny’s ‘sense of place’, as well as beautify and improve the functionality of the town’s main street. With construction starting early 2025, make sure you stay up to date with the project. Subscribe on Council’s website or email the team at maplestreetscapemaleny@sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au.

Keeping connected: For the latest Division 5 news please visit facebook.com/ winstonjohnstondivision5scc.

CR DAVID LAW DIVISION 10 – SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL Funding boost for our community groups: I'm pleased to see Council has approved almost $1.2 million in Community Partnership Funding to help 144 not-for-profit groups across our region continue to thrive. We have many local organisations in Division 10 that will benefit from this funding to continue helping our community. Kenilworth Arts Council, Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce and Kenilworth Hall Show and Recreation Ground Association will each receive a funding boost. Other organisations set to benefit from funding include Belli Community Hall, Cooloolabin Hall Association and the Gheerulla Hall and Recreation Association. Visit Council's website for a full list of program funding recipients.

New picnic table for Kenilworth lookout: I'm glad to see we've finished installing a new picnic table setting at Hugh Cochrane Lookout in Kenilworth. It's certainly heading into prime picnic weather and I hope our community enjoys this spot.

Investigating safety improvements for Cedar Creek Road: In recent times I have had phone calls with local Gheerulla residents sharing concerns about Cedar Creek Road. I have also driven along and inspected the road for myself. I am pleased that with your local support Council is investigating safety improvements on the gravel section of the Southern end of Cedar Creek Road. If you have any feedback to provide at this very early stage, I encourage you to provide your local knowledge to the design team via email to DesignServices@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

TED O'BRIEN - FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX Winter Road Trip: As part of my Winter Road Trip, I spent a morning holding my mobile office in Kenilworth on 8th August. I enjoyed my time with locals discussing issues important to them – it’s great to do this in person for people unable to make it into the office which is in Maroochydore - right at the other end of the Fairfax electorate. The common themes I heard were the difficulty in making ends meet and families finding it hard to rent properties due to price rises. If you would like to discuss any local or federal issues, please feel free to contact my office on 5479 2800, email ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov. au or subscribe to my weekly newsletter at https://tedobrien.com.au/ 100 Years of Kenilworth State Community College: I dropped in to Kenilworth State College this week to deliver a flag and was mightily impressed by the dedication of its leadership to caring for the students. The school’s 2023 survey results show that 100% of parents feel that their children’s needs are being met and that teachers at the school motivate their children to learn – amazing metrics which the school should be proud of.

Kenilworth State Community College will celebrate its Centenary on the 19th of October - a momentous achievement!

Museum Mystery Madness: Museum Mystery Madness is back, offering a great family day out as you crack codes and solve clues at eight local museums throughout September.

Each museum has its own intriguing collection and its own individual mystery quiz. You can take part in one or visit them all. To win, simply pop your quiz into the box at the museum by September 30.

Kenilworth Museum: Find the Scrabble board clues hidden in the museum. Open Sundays, 10am to 2pm, entry adults $4, children $1 Enjoy the beginning of Spring!

12 |11 SEPTEMBER 2024

The Mary Valley Voice

ORDINARY CROSSWORD 13 x 13

Release No. 534

GRID 5

1 2 4 5 FUN, THINKING AND 3CONNECTIONS ORDINARY CROSSWORD 13 x 13

Release No. 534

8

DOWN 1 Money bags 2 Haphazard 3 Level 4 Stifled laugh DOWN 5 Went beforebags 1 Money 6 Companies of eight 2 Haphazard 7 Firmly placed 3 Level 11 Raised narrow 4 Stifled laughstrip 12 Wrongdoing 5 Went before 13 Tool 6 Companies of eight 14 Roof’s projecting 7 Firmly placed edge 16 Site 11 Raised narrow strip 19 Was ahead 12 Wrongdoing 20 Weapon 13 Tool 21 Saudi ... projecting edge 14 Roof’s 22 Joints 16 Site 23 Is 19monarch Was ahead 24 Part of a coat 20 Weapon 25 Protect 21 Saudi ...

28 Poem of heroism 22 Joints 23 Is monarch 24 Part of a coat 25 Protect 28 Poem of heroism

GRID 5

9

ACROSS 1 Faultless PRESIDENT'S CORNER 5 Supports Last Months Riddle: "Throw away the outside and cook the 8 Scope 9 Table supportACROSS inside, then eat the outside and throw away the inside?"

10 Love god 1 Faultless ANSWER: CORN 13 Picked out 5 Supports 15 Resembling 8 Scope September RIDDLE: 17 Speak 9 Table support 18 Present 10 Love god "What is the longest word in the Dictionary?"

19 Limb 13 Picked out 21 Mature 15 Resembling Today we had a Mary Valley Voice Community News Meeting 23 Slimmed 17 Speak Created: 14th Ted Whillier and have set our 2024 AGM for November @ 11am.

26 Freed 18 Present Creator 534and hear It would be great if we could see some newNo: faces 27 Facial feature 19 Limb Elaine some new ideas & suggestions. So IQxpress: invite you all toWatson attend 29 Flourishing 21 Mature vigorously 30 Measured beat Checked:Drink, KarenEat, Mandrakas and take the opportunity to have a Cuppa, Chat 23 Slimmed Created: Ted Whillier 31 Malicious 26 Freed burning & Share Creator No: 534 32 Made safefeature 27 Facial Qxpress: Elaine This week I attended Garden Day at Gheerulla Hall Watson with 29 Flourishing vigorously 30 Measured beat Checked: Karen Mandrakas Sunshine Coast Council presenting a Disaster Management 31 Malicious burning Plan implementation process for community members.

32 Made safe

10

11

12

13

14

spac Media

18

too late, so I urge you to log on and get started before the Bushfire season is upon us. disaster.sunshinecoast.qld.gov. au getready.qld.gov.au.

Box 8271 d a l lAnother Q good l d piece of advice was to 27 download the SCCApp to your phone. & all present t r a l i a 4 2 1The 7 day was well attended Auspac Media

1

2

The Features People 8 1 hone: Coming (07) events 5553-Monthly 3200Card Club @29 Gheerulla Hall - Ring PO Box 8271 0422954101 Bundall Qld Free: Jeanette 1 800 652 284 A u Auspac s t r a l i a 4 2 Media 17 "Knit & Natter" Kenilworth Arts Council Tuesdays 10am The (07) Features (07) 5553 3201 10 8 11 Telephone: 5553 People 3200 Fax:B u n d (07) a l l 5553 Q l 3201 d

20

24

appreciated the information available.

Toll PFree: O Badventures. o1x800 8 2652 7 1 284 Here are some of the places I ticked off on recent

15

19

he Features How often People we overlook the necessary chores required until 22 23

2

12

25

28 5

3

4

3 30

9 4

3313

9

6

5

www.auspacmedia.com.au

Silo Art Trail - NSW . Vic & SA

Quambatook VIC - The Home of the Tractor Pulling

39

Jeff Morgan Gallery - Hawker SA (Old Home Town) Farina Bakery Mid Nth SA - Open 2mths each year only - A MUST DO. 550km return trip just for a coffee & bun

3821

Pooncarie - Camped on Darling River (Freezing)

Note to Editor:

Deniliquin - Deni Ute Muster Grounds & Museum Created in QUARK XPRESS. VER.4.03 Jerilderie NSW - Ned Kelly Trail (Where henot met his fate!)

Items needed for Note to Editor: publication can be ~Barbara Smith, President, Mary Valley Community News Created in QUARK erased as each is in a XPRESS. VER.4.03 separate text box.

Items not needed for publication can be erased as each is in a separate text box.

Editor: → → → → → → → →

n QUARK Do you like our new puzzle . VER.4.03 feature? needed for on can be Let us know! each is in a text 14 box. |11 SEPTEMBER 2024

22

23

29 26

31 29

Quorn Silo Art Show - SA - Amazing Stories & History Display Menindee Lakes NSW - Camped with Magical Sunsets

6

16

31

21 26

7

34

17 14

20 24 17

25

37

27 20 24

28 30

40 28

32

1

7

14

l: Australia 4217 Barb's Bucket List: Email: info@auspacmedia.com.au 10 11 13 Telephone: (07) 5553 3200 18 12 19 @auspacmedia.com.au Hebel Hotel - State Origin Decider (Disaster!!)

Visit Toll our Free: site: 1 800 652 284 35 36 www.auspacmedia.com.au Fax: (07) 5553 3201 16 21 15 22 23 our site: Utes in The Paddock - Condobolin NSW Email: info@auspacmedia.com.au 26 auspacmedia.com.au Rabbit Trap Hotel 18 19 Visit our site: 15

6

25

27

30

32 Last Month Solution Solution to No.No.533 533

R O T Solution U N toDNo. 534 R A I S E P E R F E C T P R O P S V R E X T O L E U A V I R C T R A N G E T R E S T L E F E SR DN N TR C E R A E A L M S C T 534 R SEERI MOSSI Solution TAS RE IL toDE VNo. EAE DY R I L F S R P E R E C T P O P S D U N A O W V L E G V E T AAG E C RDE DI U RC KE CD I T M O N O R A N G E T R E S T L E R E SL E D A S N E D T N C W L A K E S O S EE A I R A N A B R O T S I S E E L EL C TF E D E E M BI I O SWORDMI MOI NNI OLGNDWA RPI OLU DEAL EGS SNE AV Y S A R I E D R E ASR RASTGEO ELN E CAS SE REC SDEU DR CUNE OCD O T T O S E A B T I E L S A T BEO OEM I NN G P LU L S EF O W N I N N R W O E NS PE CI IU AR C U R E A R S O N E D A D R I F T P L Y N X E E A S E S N D T R U S T E L A P S E The Mary Valley Voice

3

BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE COMMUNITY SAFE SPACE IN KENILWORTH Did you know that a local team of social workers and volunteers has partnered with Roses in the Ocean to create a 'safe space' in Kenilworth?

Roses in the Ocean was born when a young Australian chose to end his life on August 31st 2008. A young man of 43, ex RAAF Fighter Pilot Combat Instructor and International Commercial Pilot, highly respected and loved by so many – gone.

Community-led

Mark was one of the reported 2191 people in Australia who took their own lives in 2008, and is the brother of ‘Roses in the Ocean’ Founder, Bronwen Edwards.

Kenilworth

Bronwen and her family gathered on Mark’s favourite beach at his home in Coolum Beach, Australia, and placed roses in the ocean a couple weeks after his funeral. The day provided an opportunity for Bronwen and her husband to speak to their young children about why their Uncle had died. For Mark’s family, it was important the children understood that just because you were struggling and sad, did not mean you would die.

Seeking volunteers Kenilworth Community-led Safe Space needs you!

We have to make it “okay” to reach out to others and seek help when “life” seems too difficult.

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for volunteers for our Kenilworth Community-led Safe Space, Space a non-clinical drop in style space that welcomes people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or crisis, and their support network.

Roses in the Ocean was established because at the time, the word suicide was barely spoken, finding helpful help was near impossible and it was obvious that the people who knew what it was like to experience suicidal thoughts, make an attempt on their life, desperately try to help someone they love stay alive and those who were navigating loss through suicide, had no voice. They were not the people designing or delivering services, they were not the people who were advising governments on suicide prevention reform . . . and they needed to be. So the family set out to change that.

Do you have lived experience of suicidal thoughts or crisis or have you supported a loved one who has?

We would love to hear from you!

Since 2011, Roses in the Ocean has evolved from hosting community events into the national lived experience of suicide organisation in Australia, recognised internationally for developing best practice in lived experience capacity building, integration and partnership.

As the only 100% lived experience of suicide organisation of its kind, they have a significant role in collaboratively working with government and the suicide prevention sector to drive system reform and are at the centre of the establishment of a much broader suicide prevention system that reaches far beyond the health system alone.

Column edited from: rosesintheocean.com.au For more information and to get involved contact info@maryrivercommunityconnections.com Ben Burns - Caloundra Community Centre Mobile: 0437 986 633 Email: ben@calcomm.org.au

Advertise your business or organisation...

Share some community news...

NEXT MONTH'S issue →

2500x FREE

A4 COPIES PRINTED. 1900x mailbox direct. Rest are bulk drops.

Mary Valley Voice

The

EDITORIAL & ADVERTISING EMAIL

maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com

2024 ENQUIRIES TO SAM | 0425 620 719

OCTOBER DEADLINE

years written by the community for the community.

MONDAY 7 for #10 MVV 16 OCTOBER 2024 Website issues issuu.com/maryvalleyvoice Mary Valley Community News Assoc. Inc., publishers of The Mary Valley Voice since 1991, reserves the right to refuse inappropriate advertising and submissions for both print and website, and any opinions expressed in any published advertisements or submissions does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Association or its Editor. It also reserves the right to determine what is inappropriate for publication purposes. • ABN 61 781 267 568 • Mary Valley Community News Assoc Inc, PO Box 158, Kenilworth Q 4574

Brand New Build – Silkwood Estate.

$780,000 Each

7 & 11 Edward Place Kenilworth - Silkwood Estate 4 bedroom, 2 bathrooms & double garages, both on the market for $780,000 each.

The above two spec homes are due for completion late September early October, they represent excellent value. Both modern homes have 4 bedrooms all with built in robes, family bathroom plus an ensuite to the master bedroom. Carpet to all bedrooms, ceiling fans and air conditioner to living area. The properties will be fenced, turfed and ready to move into. Both parcels of land are 800m2, have town water and sewage. With the current government energy ratings due to change from 5 stars to 7 stars all new builds will increase anywhere from $40K - $50K or possibly more (depending on your builder).

Get in now to secure either of these new homes and take advantage of this great price!

TURTLE CREEK COTTAGE

Offers over $995,000

140 KIRBYS ROAD OBI OBI This acreage rural property offers the ultimate private retreat, ideal for those seeking an off-grid lifestyle or a tranquil weekend escape.

The land is mainly timbered, hosting an abundance of native flora and fauna, and features a delightful section of cleared ground perfect for various rural pursuits. It’s positioned down a peaceful no-through road, bordering the esteemed Kirby Road Koala Reserve and National Park. There is a private creek meandering through the property which has been given the name “Turtle Creek” by the current owner’s family, this only adds to the charm of this rural haven. The quaint “A” frame timber cottage exudes rustic charm and character,.

There is a bedroom on the upper level of the cottage and study, kitchen and living area on the lower level. The front porch is a perfect spot to relax, take in the stunning natural surroundings, and listen to the birdlife.

Mapleton just a 10-minute drive and Kenilworth only 15 minutes away.

Don’t miss the chance to secure this secluded and enchanting rural retreat..

Tonia Murtagh

Carol Gilmour

0407 135 797

0417 603 451

tonia@boxsells.com.au

carol@boxsells.com.au