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NEW HEART-STARTERS FOR THE REGION
PUBLIC AEDS BOOST SAFETY FOR RURAL TOWNSHIPS
Kenilworth and Imbil communities can feel safer knowing their townships have received publicly accessible Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) – which help ensure patients in cardiac arrest receive advanced treatment as soon as possible.
The Queensland Ambulance Service Sunshine Coast District has supported an application by the QAS Kenilworth Station Officer in Charge (OIC) Wayne Thompson with the purchase and placement of two AEDs.
An AED is a portable electronic device used to help someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by delivering an electrical shock to the heart, which can help restore a normal heart rhythm.
AEDs are designed to be user friendly, providing voice prompts that talk to the user through the entire process.
The community can now find these AEDs easily accessible, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, outside the Kenilworth Ambulance Station at 11 Margaret Street and at the Imbil Fire Station on 113 Yabba Creek Road.
Kenilworth OIC Wayne said these devices can be crucial in times of emergency, when paramedics are away from station.
“Any person who may be in a position to help in times of an emergency, such as when a person has collapsed and is unresponsive and not breathing normally, should always phone Triple Zero (000) to arrange help,” Wayne said.
“The Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) will assess the situation and advise you on how to start CPR. Having access to an AED dramatically increases the chances of the patient’s survival in those crucial moments, while awaiting the arrival of QAS."
Wayne reiterated the importance of following the directions of the EMD and not move the patient from the scene.
“We do not advocate driving the patient to the AED, but rather have somebody take the AED to them whilst CPR is in progress and an ambulance will come to you,” he said.
“Time is critically important as for each minute that passes without good quality CPR and defibrillation, about 10 per cent of viability is lost.
“This is where the importance of early intervention is essential in the chain of survival, and we hope with these public AEDs, we can increase positive outcomes to save more lives.”
~ QAS Media
PH: 07 3635 3900
E:QAS.Media@ambulance.qld.gov.au www.ambulance.qld.gov.au
pPhoto: QAS OIC Kenilworth Wayne Thompson with QFD Imbil Captain Hayley Machen
LIVE MUSIC AND A THREE COURSE FEAST!
JAZZ ON A PLATE: A NIGHT TO SAVOR
Join us for an unforgettable evening where music and culinary delights come together to tantalize your taste buds! The talented Dean Doyle and his jazz ensemble, SCREAM (Sunshine Coast Retired ExArmed Forces Musicians), will provide the perfect soundtrack for the night.
To kick things off, indulge in a delectable entrée featuring The Kenilworth Dairies, known far and wide for their range of udderly creamy and flavourful cheeses.
For the main event, the culinary wizards at The Golden Roast of Nambour join forces with Riverpark Farms from Kenilworth, bringing you a mouth-watering feast of Full Blood Wagyu and Tropical Angus Ultrablack Beef roast, cooked to perfection right before your eyes.
Enhancing this gourmet experience, The Falls Farm will supply a selection of seasonal, organically grown greens and vegetables, harvested fresh from their regenerative farm near Mapleton Falls.
And to sweeten the deal, our local gem, Kenilworth Country Bakehouse, will serve up their signature dessert doughnuts, capping off this culinary adventure.
The Golden Roast will seamlessly coordinate the food service throughout the night, offering a generous buffet-style dining experience, complemented by a selection of beverages.
Reserve your place for a night filled with fantastic flavours and enchanting tunes!
pPhoto: Dean & Tanya Maree
Courtesy Bus Available for locals from Kenilworth Country Cabins pickup and drop off
$10 in town
$20 Coolabine/ Kidaman Creek
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HISTORICAL: KENILWORTH BAKERY
KENILWORTH BAKERY BUILDING HISTORY
An “official” reference to the first commercial building in the township of Kenilworth comes from the minutes of a Maroochy Shire Council meeting published on page 1 of The Nambour Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser, June 23, 1923. The first business in the building, Tanners General Store opened for customers on January 2, 1924 (Winnie Grace’s Writing from 1924, page 6).
In the period 1924-1932 Arthur became the owner of the building and land from his brother-in-law R.W. (Dick) Sims. Family Oral history relates the tale of land “swap” – when Arthur purchased the land for his second premises (where the Friendly Grocer now resides) Tanners original Store building and land was swapped for the parcel of land between where the Friendly Grocer and bottle shop are now located. The pharmacy building was constructed as the office for Sims Bros Transport in the early 1930’s.
In September of 1932 Arthur disposed of his original shop and land to Mr J. Trimble of Kin Kin who began a bakery and extended the building to enable the installation of the brick and wood fired ovens in 1935 (Nambour Chronicle 16 September, 1932, page 7).
In 1935 the business was sold to brothers Greg and Walt Walker. Walter was known to everyone as “Wock”.
Later, the Nambour Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser published on 15 February 1946 announced that the bakery business had been sold to Gordon Bros.
Lammie Beattie purchased the business in 1946-47 (personal communication from Jean Sandell). During his ownership Lammie suffered some months of ill health and the district enjoyed the baking of Mr Tenkate who owned a farm at Gheerulla but was a Dutch trained pastry cook. His mouth watering Dutch pastries were legendry.
Joe Wardrop purchased the business in 1970 until Ellis Minter bought the business in 1972, finally relinquishing the reins in 2009 to Joe and Francesca Monteleone.
In 2016 ownership passed to the Sanders family – Jeff, Angela and Jenna and the 1kg donut competition was born.
For more information on the history of the commerical premises in Kenilworth visit the Museum in Alexandra Street any Sunday from 10 a.m.
~ Lenore Meldrum, President, Kenilworth and District Historical
CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES
A very enjoyable ecumenical service was held on 29 June at St John Bosco's, organised by the Uniting Church. The next ecumenical service will be on Sunday 31 August. These services are presented jointly by the local Anglican, Catholic and Uniting Church communities.
St Luke's Anglican Church is celebrating its 70th anniversary in October in conjunction with St Luke's Patronal service led by Bishop Sarah Plowman. St Luke's invites anyone who has had a connection over the years to join in the celebrations. The Holy Communion service will start at 9am followed by morning tea. St Luke's community extends sincere sympathy to the Beausang family on the sad loss of their mother, Jean who is fondly remembered in the Kenilworth and Conondale communities.
At St John Bosco's, Mass is celebrated at 10am on the third Sunday of the month while Liturgy of the Word with Communion is held on other Sundays at 9am. There is a community morning tea at St Luke's every Sunday at 10: 15am where all church goers and community members can get together for a cuppa and a friendly chat. Everyone is welcome!
~ Cheerio from the Churches
RAINFALL MOY POCKET – JUNE 2025 by Graham Brennan
This June 26mm, Last June 4534mm, 24 year average for June 63mm It rained on 9 days, average for June 10 days First half of the year gave us 831mm, same period last year 911mm Jan-June average 771mm 12 month total rain till end of June 1635mm, 23year annual average 1254mm
nights were average, and days were 1 deg below average.
COMMUNITY NEWS & STORIES
WHAT'S ON @ KAC SHACK
As part of 2025 Sunshine Coasts famous Curated Plate Program, Kenilworth Arts Council and Chamber of Commerce present you Jazz on a Plate! Get ready for a night of celebrating fabulous locally produced foods and live music. Dean Doyle and the SCREAM Orchestra will wow us with their repertoire of swing and jazz sets. Cash bar available. 6-9.30pm at Kenilworth Hall, Saturday 2nd August. Book your tickets via Humanitix https://events. humanitix.com/jazz-on-a-plate/tickets
Any queries kac@kenilwortharts.org.au or ring Sarah 0408399928
Knit and Natter Every Tuesday 10-12pm $2 ring Jennifer 0432322494
Sing a long Every Friday 10-12.30pm $2 ring Trish 0408686800
SHIRLEY RETIRES AFTER TWELVE YEARS’ UNWAVERING SERVICE
For over twelve years Shirley Moreland OAM has been the recognisable face behind the Kenilworth Village Units; achieving remarkable outcomes for the residents and community. Her compassion and understanding for the wellbeing and housing needs of older or disabled folk in the community has been the hallmark of her management committee tenure.
Modestly, Shirley reminds us she did not achieve anything without the support of a dedicated and committed KVU Management Committee. Shirley was always an advocate for the residents and prospective tenants. She ensured that tenancy applications were assessed on the degree of need rather than relationships or other criteria. Her vision that the Village should also support younger people with disabilities by providing local rental accommodation has been recognised in the latest association constitution.
When the former state member, Peter Wellington, was petitioning the State Government to build an Ambulance Centre in Kenilworth, Shirley and the Management Committee agreed to sell part of the property to the ambulance authorities guaranteeing the health security of the wider Kenilworth and the wider Mary Valley community. This initiative also underwrote the Village Units depleted finances following the final four villa expansion. Additionally, her support for professional property management relieved the Management Committee of tedious operational tasks and ensured residents received equitable and timely support.
Shirley negotiated a waste removal service with the Regional Council, providing a bin service which obviated the need for footpath collection. Shirley always considered the Village Units to be a community asset with the resources equitably applied for the benefit of the wider Kenilworth community. To promote a village community, Shirley authored seasonal newsletters and organised a Christmas afternoon tea for residents. She also encouraged residents to be involved in wider community events.
Nina Cox, a long serving committee member has also retired from the Village Management Committee. Nina has been a great support to Shirley and creatively contributed to success of the village.
Enjoy your retirement Shirley and Nina, you certainly earned the love and respect of the village and wider Kenilworth community!
~ Peter C. Hennessy, Treasurer KVU
GYMPIE COUNCIL APPROVES GALLERY BUILD IN IMBIL
A permanent fine art gallery and cultural hub will be built in Imbil after the local council approved the new build. Mary Valley Artslink received lease documents this week after the unanimous vote of approval by Gympie Regional Council.
Art group president Heinke Butt said everyone was delighted that Gympie council had approved the application to build the cultural hub next to the Imbil library.
“This new facility will provide a permanent home for the Art on Yabba fine art gallery, and is an extension to the already successful library precinct. The space has been designed to encourage collaboration, innovation and productivity. Having a home for arts and culture will create a space for the arts sector in the Mary Valley community in all facets of the arts, whether it’s dance, theatre or poetry or visual arts.”
Ms Butt said.
Ms Butt said studies had shown that engagement with the arts enriches the lives of regional Australians.
“It creates stronger, healthier and more cohesive communities, and we agree!”
Now the hard work begins to build the new venue, she said.
“The building will feature a formal gallery and workshop space, with a breakout area overlooking the beautiful Yabba Creek, which is how we came up with the name. The front façade is modern and minimalist, which contrasts with the village street.”
The announcement comes as the art group prepares for its annual festival in July. More than 300 entries are expected – with the deadline for submissions less than four weeks away on 7 July.
This year’s judges are Dr Lisa Chandler, Adjunct Associate Professor in Art and Design at UniUSC, and teacher and natural history artist Jim Cox. Entry forms are available online and at your favourite art outlet. Awards include the RJR Property Best in Show award of $2000, and $1500 for the Open winner from Gympie’s Bendigo Bank.
The gala awards presentation will be held on Friday 25 July from 6pm, with tickets available on Eventbrite. All details at www. maryvalleyartslink.com.au
pPhoto: Mary Valley ArtsLink committee, Shirley, Kaili, Heinke and Nicky.
LOCAL TRADES & BUSINESSES
COMPASSION, CARING & COUNTRY MUSIC
KENILWORTH SAFE SPACE
Dear Kenilworth (and surrounds) Family, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the Kenilworth Community Led Safe Space journey. This space would not be possible without the Support of Ben Burns formally from Caloundra Community Centre. Ben has been instrumental in the success of this very valuable resource providing professional guidance and structure to what can be a very vulnerable and unpredictable environment. I wanted to thank all of the people who have helped and supported this space, it has become more than just a meeting place — it has become a source of strength, understanding, and genuine connection.
Together we’ve created an environment where compassion leads and stigma is left at the door. Through honest conversations and shared stories we’ve made meaningful strides in shifting awareness around mental health and suicide. What once were difficult topics in our little country town have become part of a healthy and open dialogue, embraced with empathy and courage.
Thank you Ben and all the volunteers for your openness, your strength, and your willingness to walk this path together. Our community is better, stronger, and more connected because of you.
With deep gratitude, Suzie Hopkins
KCLSS Volunteer, Kenilworth Connectors In collaboration with Roses in the ocean tLeslie under the umbrella and q Hoppy in his tutu wig at Barefoot Bowls event.
This transformation didn’t happen overnight. It’s been built through the kindness of each person who showed up, who listened, who spoke up, and who reminded others they’re not alone. Whether it was offering cuppa, sharing a quiet moment, or holding space for someone in need — every act of care has made a difference.
THE CURRY MOB –TAMWORTH MACCA’S JUNIOR GOLDEN GIG WINNERS 2025!
Meet The Curry Mob – a powerhouse sister-and-brother duo lighting up stages across Australia with heart, harmony, and a whole lot of soul. Mika (12) and Blue (9) were born in the Philippines and raised on music, mischief, and a deep love for storytelling. But their journey hasn’t been easy.
In December 2021, just nine days before Christmas, Super Typhoon Odette (Typhoon Rai) devastated their island home of Siargao. The storm destroyed their family house and uprooted life as they knew it. After years of red tape, heartbreak, and uncertainty, the family made the difficult move back to Australia.
Now, Mika and Blue travel the country in a campervan with their parents, Mick and Joy, living life on the road as modern-day troubadours. Home-schooled between gigs, the siblings are turning heads with their love of traditional country music, and
their raw, joyful energy on stage.
Kenilworth Safe Space on the verandah at McGinns is open for visitors Wednesday 9-12.
For more info contact: 0408455791
kenilworthsafespace@ gmail.com
The Curry Mob are the proud recipients of the Mary Dean Scholarship and are attending the 2025 CMAA Academy of Country Music Junior Course, running July 5–12 in Tamworth.
"They love the country and love all the old songs because they tell a story, and they're excited they've been able to write their own songs at The Academy"
~ Proud parents Joy Camus and Michael Curry
This national program brings together 26 students aged 9 to 18 from across Australia and New Zealand for a week of intensive mentorship with award-winning artists and industry leaders, including Lyn Bowtell, Roger Corbett, Brendon Walmsley, Aleyce Simmonds, Sarah Buckley, and Simon Johnson.
Mika and Blue - The Curry Mobwin the Mary Dean Scholarship
Marie Kemp Joleen Lotze
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Dear Editor,
I have been researching some aspects of the Food Festival which Kenilworth used to host over the Easter weekend in years gone by. On the MVV Issuu webpage I looked through past issues. What a wonderful record of Kenilworth and Mary Valley social history is to be found!
The issues had stories of our "everyday" community life, covering both big and small events and documenting the stories of local volunteer groups and local people.
Thank you and congratulations to the Mary Valley Voice, for preserving this invaluable local history! This is a wonderful resource for our Kenilworth Historical Association's archives.
Sincerely, Shirley Moreland OAM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY – TWICE !
A special Happy 80th Birthday to two long term Kenilworth community members – Yvonne James and Nina Cox. Their birthdays are just one day apart with Yvonne in the lead on 19th June and Nina on the 20th June.
Both Yvonne and Nina have been actively involved in the Kenilworth community for many years. As members of Kenilworth Arts Council both ladies belong to our local singing group, KaDS. They also go to Tai Chi classes for a bit of soothing exercise and both love a jolly social get together with friends.
Yvonne and Nina’s friends shared an enjoyable birthday lunch with them recently at Kenilworth Dairies with lots of fun and laughter. Not only do Yvonne and Nina have a nearly shared birthday, they also share a love of dogs!
Yvonne is well known for her beautiful animal portraits which, amazingly, she creates with coloured pencils. Her work has been on display at the annual Blessing of the Animals service and she has also given art demonstrations at Kenilworth ArtsFest. Yvonne is also an accomplished photographer.
Nina, for many years, was a volunteer with the Kenilworth First Responders and with her nursing background , made a valuable contribution with this community group before the establishment of the Ambulance Station. Nina has also been involved with the Kenilworth Village Units Association.
So, Happy Birthday Wishes to Yvonne and Nina as we celebrate this significant milestone with them. Go girls!
REGIONAL NEWS & POLITICS
DID DEREK DO IT? TRUE CRIME PODCAST CALLS ON LOCALS TO HELP SOLVE MURDERS
Investigative Journalist Ryan Wolf is taking on one of the Sunshine Coast’s most heartbreaking cases: the 1999 death of 16-year-old Burnside State High School student Jessica Gaudie.
Produced by Brevity Studios, acclaimed true crime podcast ‘Guilt’ is back on Australian shores for its sixth season, following season 4’s search for answers in the death of Victoria teen Alana Cecil - a historic case, currently being re-investigated by Victoria Police.
29-year-old Bridge was last seen on 16th July, 1998, on Booloumba Creek Road at Conondale. t46-year-old Glassop was last seen on the evening of 29th May, 1999 at her family home in Booloumba Creek Road, Kenilworth. q16-year-old Gaudie was last seen on the 28th August, 1999, when she left the family home to babysit Sam’s three young children who were in the care of Sam’s estranged partner.
Now, its host is calling on locals to help finally bring answers to the families of three murdered women. Not only is there a search for answers for the Gaudie family, but as of 2025, there is only one thing connecting the three women who went missing from the Kenilworth area between 1998 and 1999 - Derek Bellington Sam.
“This is not about sensationalism - it’s about justice,” says Wolf. “We believe finding Celena, Sabrina, and Jessica is possible with the right voices coming forward.”
A worker at the Indigenous youth centre, Piabun Farm on Booloumba Creek Road, Sam is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of Gaudie, but remains the main suspect connecting the disappearances of Celena Bridge and Sabrina Glassop.
CR DAVID LAW DIVISION 10 –SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL
Improvements for Kenilworth Town Park: I'm really pleased we're delivering a bundle of upgrades at Kenilworth Town Park with this year's budget. The improvements will include a renewed playground, new fencing, new picnic tables and a refurbished barbecue creating a welcoming space for families and visitors. These projects are more than just infrastructure – they’re investments in our community’s future.
Curated Plate Food and Drink Festival: Get ready for the Curated Plate, celebrating local produce across the Sunshine Coast from July 25 to August 3. Don't miss the Jazz on a Plate at Kenilworth Public Hall on Saturday 2 August. Music and culinary delights will come together for an unforgettable night to savour! With entrée from Kenilworth Dairies, mains from The Golden Roast of Nambour and Riverpark Farms from Kenilworth and sweets from Kenilworth Country Bakehouse, there'll be something for everyone's taste. Tickets are selling fast so book now at thecuratedplate.com.au.
Supporting landholders to protect the environment: As a Council, we are proud to continue supporting our rural landholders in their efforts to care for and restore our natural environment. Expressions of interest are now open for the 2025 Landholder Environment Grants, funded through our Environment Levy. I encourage you to consider applying. These grants offer up to $15,000 in financial assistance to help you with vital on-ground environmental projects on your private properties. Whether it’s bush regeneration, reducing sediment loss, excluding livestock from waterways, or revegetating degraded areas, these projects play a crucial role in preserving the health of our landscapes and waterways. For more information and to apply, visit https://www. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/living-and-community/grants-andfunding/grants-programs/environment-levy-grants/landholderenvironment-grants
Please contact me with any questions or comments at email: david.law@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and follow my Facebook page for regular updates: @DavidLawDivision10.
The team will be on the ground in Kenilworth and surrounding areas over the coming weeks, meeting with locals and gathering new information. If you lived in the area at the time, knew the victims, or have any information, no matter how minor it may seem, please get in touch.
“Often, it’s locals who hold the missing pieces,” Wolf says. “Whether it’s something you saw, heard, or simply felt - it could help us uncover the truth to bring closure to these families. This is a real-time investigation, and community input will directly shape the direction of the series.”
To get in touch with the Guilt team, please email us at brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com or visit our website theguiltpodcast.com, to submit an anonymous tip regarding the case.
TED O'BRIEN - FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX
Good news is always welcome – and I’m pleased to share that two major projects I’ve been advocating for over many years are moving forward, delivering diverse and lasting benefits for the Sunshine Coast.
After years of delays and backflips that threatened our 2032 Olympic Games opportunities, the State LNP team have landed a delivery plan, and now funding is locked in to deliver it.
In the recent State Budget funding has been secured to commence work on the Mountain Bike facility in Nambour, the Athletes Village in the Maroochydore CBD and the Sunshine Coast Stadium in Kawana.
And finally, after many years of delay, the Mooloolah River Interchange is set to go ahead thanks to the LNP State Government. This is critical infrastructure for the Coast's booming population, and I am delighted to see one of the Sunshine Coast's most dangerous chokepoints being fixed.
Starting Thursday 18 July, I’ll be hitting the road as part of my Talk to Ted Winter Mobile Office. I am always keen to meet with you in the community and listen to any issues or opportunities you may have.
Follow my Ted O’Brien Facebook page to stay tuned for dates and times.
pPhoto: Celena Bridge before she disappeared in 1998.
LOCAL LEGENDS
GRASSROOTS TO GLORY: EXHIBITION CELEBRATES OUR SPORTING SPIRIT
The Sunshine Coast’s rich sporting heritage takes centre field in a dynamic new display, Bounce! A Grassroots to Glory exhibition, that officially opened on Friday, June 6 at the Landsborough Museum.
Part of the ongoing Grassroots to Glory series leading up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, this year’s exhibition celebrates the region’s passion for ball sports – from backyard games to international glory.
Sunshine Coast Council Strong Community Portfolio Councillor Taylor Bunnag said the exhibition spanned more than a century of local sporting history.
“Bounce showcases the innovation, community spirit, and unforgettable moments that have shaped our region’s sporting identity,” Cr Bunnag said.The exhibition is designed for all ages, with interactive elements like a foosball table, Wii sports games, and craft activities for younger visitors. And of course, there’s jerseys and trophies.
Bounce! A Grassroots to Glory exhibition is on display at the Landsborough Museum, located at 4 Maleny Street, Landsborough, and is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–3pm. For more information, call 07 5420 8600 or visit heritage.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au.
SILENT SENTINELS SET TO GO
They’ve stood for wellnigh seventy years, silently watching over the town of Kenilworth as it grew. And they too, grew, onwards and upwards. No one seems to know exactly when the four Hoop Pines were planted, but in a photo from 1963, they were already higher than surrounding rooftops so were most likely planted in the mid-fifties.
They were planted at the very rear of the property that now houses the Friendly Grocer supermarket. They’ve grown wonderfully and are now estimated to be around 40 metres tall. Almost certainly the young trees would have come from the Hoop Pine nursery at Kenilworth Forestry. For many years this was the source of hoop pine seedlings for the massive native pine plantations around Imbil and Kenilworth. As opposed to slash pine often seen in plantations more towards the coast, Hoop Pine, Araucaria Cunninghamii, is a native Australian tree, occurring in the dry rainforests in both Queensland and New South Wales. They can live for up to 450 years and grow to a height of 60 metres. They have a considerably more widespread distribution than their close relative, the Bunya Pine. The first commercial plantings of Hoop Pine were established, after selective breeding, around Imbil in the 1920s. A nursery, established as part of Kenilworth Forestry operations, produced millions of hoop pine seedlings, all housed in their characteristic re-useable tin tubes. The nursery closed
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in the early 1990’s having been run for many years by the late Victor Fedorniak. It is though that Victor quite possibly planted these trees having rescued them as being “rejects” on account of their poor root structure.
These four Hoop Pines, then, are an integral part of Kenilworth’s history both pre- and postEuropean settlement.
So why are they about to get the chop?
Liz Day who’s owned and operated the supermarket for many years has always been delighted to have inherited the trees and is quite devastated that they can’t be allowed to live out their days at the rear of the property.
Being at the rear places them right next to the boundary with a neighbour who has decided his need for an additional backyard building eclipses the ongoing survival of four healthy trees. Excavations for the building damaged some of the trees’ roots.
The upshot is that their future stability has been called into question… so come down they must. It’s a sad day, not just for Liz but for anyone who appreciates either tall trees or local history, or both.
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VOLUNTEERS: KEEPING COMMUNITY ALIVE
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
Another Month upon us and as I sit here pondering my ramblings for this month and recovering from the dreaded effects of the winter blues. I hope you have managed to avoid the colds and flus that plague us all in the winter months. Despite this I am still amazed at how many people still mingle publicly whilst unwell, openly and brazenly.
Qxpress: Robyn Kirk
Our little township of Kenilworth has been crazy busy these past weeks. A fact you cannot possibly miss and there has been so much happening within our Valley, it is virtually impossible to attend everything you want NOT to miss!! Today we shared our Monthly Garden Day at Fairhill Native Nursery, enjoying some great history, knowledge and amazing morning tea. Well worth a visit and a big thank you to Jeanette for organising.
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Remember 1st Monday of each month (same as our MVV deadline for news and advert submissions!). I managed to sneak a box of plants into my garden and can always fall back on that saying “Oh I’ve had that for ages” once questioned by the other half?
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Also in passing whilst ambling the main street recently, I managed to discover activity in the once vacant real estate premises and questioned their agenda. So, it looks like we have a new venture opening up in the near future, which can only improve and appeal our business representation. So watch out all as we hope to bring you a Business Spotlight story in coming issue.
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Must also apologise for heading error in June’s publication on the Historical article? Did it grab your attention as a result?
Also, another piece of great local news, is the earlier opening hours of Kenilworth Cheese Factory for the service of breakfast. Now 7.30am and I so enjoy the hospitality given on china plates with cutlery. I spoke to the Chef and made my approval noted to which he was truly grateful.
So, if you are pleased and thankful for any provision of service in town, let them know. It makes them feel appreciated I am sure!!
If you would like to reach out to me as president of the Mary Valley Voice I am available for a chat at many groups and events around town or on email: barbannesmith60@gmail.com
You can also send in your community news, stories and advertising enquiries to our editor Sam at: maryvalleyvoice31@gmail.com
~ Warmly, Barbara Smith, President MVV
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MARY VALLEY NEWS
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Lorna Armstrong, 10 June 1925 – 24 May 2025
Her heart has beaten for more than 100 years on this earth
Lorna Armstrong, who was very well known to many, passed away just short of her 100th birthday.
Lorna and her husband Robbie, were married for 63 years and when they retired they moved to their property on 91 acres at Walli Creek Road where they built their house. Lorna grew stone fruit, citrus, avocados, grapes, kiwi fruit, figs, persimmon and many exotic fruits. They had chickens and guinea fowl. Robbie kept bees and he loved photography and exploring their land. A dam was built for the wildlife and Robbie added an old caravan to use as a wildlife hide. They also enjoyed travelling and exploring remote parts of Queensland.
When Robbie passed away, Lorna remained at their property and as the widow of a veteran who had served with the Army in the Pacific during World War 2, she was supported by veterans from the Cooroy and Kenilworth RSL Sub Branches and Legacy.
Lorna approached her life with positive optimism and was determined to stay on the property that she and Robbie had built with their own hands and enjoyed. She said it was very peaceful living there and often remarked how happy she was.
Lorna was mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and a great-great grandmother and her descendants include six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a great-great granddaughter. It was Lorna’s wish that the birthday celebration
she was looking forward to should go ahead. She had received congratulatory messages from King Charles III, the Governor General, the Prime Minister and the Queensland Premier.
On Sunday 8 June more than a hundred relatives and friends gathered at the Cooroy RSL to celebrate Lorna’s life. It was a very happy occasion which gave those attending the opportunity to remember a remarkable lady.
~ Graeme Mickelberg, Kenilworth RSL Sub Branch member
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BUNYA PINES - TRADITIONAL QUEENSLANDER ON 96 ACRES
This sprawling 96 acre estate presents a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of history, with a stunning original Queenslander home dating back to circa 1920, offering a unique blend of charm and character.
The residence is perched in an elevated position, commanding spectacular rural and mountain views. Surrounded by beautiful gardens that enhance the property’s tranquillity and privacy.
Boasting generous frontage along Obi Obi Creek, complete with an irrigation license, this property is ideal for cattle grazing, cropping or simply relishing in the serenity of semi rural living.
There are four double sized bedrooms, three well appointed bathrooms including an en-suite to the master bedroom. A country style kitchen featuring both timber and stone bench tops.
Large living areas on both levels and a separate dining room offer ample space for family life and entertaining.
$3,500,000
External amenities include a saltwater inground pool, large farming sheds, eight horse stables and dairy shed for additional storage, not to mention extensive parking with seven vehicle spaces.
All inspections are by appointment please.
