Mary Valley Voice March 31 2010

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31 March 2010 Vol.20 No. 6

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Features KENILWORTH Kenilworth SC computing time Kenilworth SC learn about Australia__ 3 Historical article The Great War___ 5 Kenilworth R.S.L. Thank you____ 13 COOROY - POMONA CNGHRG Family History Op Shop Fashion Parade Old Railway Station exhibition__ 6 Music Workshop_______________ 7 MARY VALLEY MV Stags Rugby News MV College Acting Workshop__ 7 MV Renewal Meetings_________ 8

OUR COMMUNITY Conondale Easter Rodeo cancel__ 3 MV Anzac Day services_ _______ 5-9 Imbil Easter Endurance Carnival___ 7 Belli Hall News_ _______________ 8 Eumundi Live Festival Cooroora Woodworkers Club Inc.__ 13 Our Politics_ _________________ 14 MV Traders Reality Bites 2010 Noosa High School news______ 15 Community Directory 2010_ _ 16-18 Gympie Steam Fest 2010___ 18-19 Boxsells Real Estate________ 10-11 Kenilworth Realty_____________ 20

SYMBOLISM OF THE LEAGUE RSL BADGE Neither wealth, nor influence can purchase the badge, which may be worn in honour only by those who have rendered service in the armed forces of the Crown or its allies. The wattle is symbolic of Australia.

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The leek, the rose, the thistle, and the shamrock are symbolic of and represent the link with Wales, England, Your Real Estate Scotland and Ireland respectively. The red represents the blood tie of war. White stands for the purity of motive - to render service •Residential without thought of personal gain. The blue •Lifestyle indicates willingness to render that service to a comrade anywhere •Farmlets under the blue sky - wherever he may be. Depicted in the centre of the •Rural badge, you will see a sailor, soldier, airman and servicewoman marching, with arms linked in friendship and all ranks, march together in unity and comradeship…

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KENILWORTH CHEESE WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL 2010

he second Kenilworth Cheese Wine and Food Festival will be held at Kenilworth Town Park and Cheese Factory on Easter Saturday 3 April. The morning will commence with the region’s best Egg and Bacon Burgers at 7am followed by Queenslands only Cheese Rolling Contest: so get your bowling arms ready as it will be a bigger and better event with more challenges in the course this year. The winner will receive a beautiful basket of Kenilworth Cheese and bread from our local Kenilworth Bakery.

Tickets are on sale now for the fantastic “Anaconda” raffle. You can purchase your tickets from the Kenilworth Information Centre and Kenilworth Artspace raffle to be drawn on Easter Saturday. Everyone has a chance this year as there are also 15 runner-up prizes to be won.

You can experience the taste sensation with the best of our region’s honey, sauces, chutneys, organic ginger drinks, gelati ice cream, local soft drinks, organic tea and much more. Local fresh vegetables and sour dough bread plus delicious wood fire pizzas made on site.

Call in and see our very own local suppliers who will be on site during the day for sales and any questions you have on bush tuckers and natives.

See the Butch the Baker, the er, Ch and the Wine eese -makers

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Cooking demonstrations with local Wagu beef and seafood will be held in the park throughout the day.

Learn to make German Butterkase from goats milk in the park from 10am.

Butterkase is a very tasty cheese in between Cheddar and Bree.

A “Line Dancing” demonstration will be held from 10am -11am at the entrance of the cheese factory. And the children will enjoy many activities like the Cheester Egg Hunt at 9.30am registration from 9am, all day face painting, candle making and more. Don’t miss this family day!

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Computing Times at Kenilworth State Community College

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enilworth S t a t e Community College is in the enviable position of having an excellent computer/ student ratio. We almost have one computer for two students!

Kenilworth State Community College boasts two computer labs, six computers in the library available for the students every day, as well as a number in the junior classroom. Students take advantage of the computers by: researching and browsing on the internet, doing assignment work, and playing maths and literacy games. Having such a high computer/student ratio means that students always have access to a computer and everyone gets the ‘hands on’ experience.

The computers in the library are booked out every lunchtime, and it is not uncommon to see the older children sitting beside a Prep or Year One student showing them the ways of the computer!

Kenilworth State Community College Learning about Australia

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ustralia and its history was the common theme in Term 1 at Kenilworth State Community College.

All the classes learnt about Aboriginal art and some magnificent pieces were produced. The Prep to Yr 2 class studied Dreamtime stories and enjoyed reading and responding to several stories. The year 2/3/4/5 class learnt about creation stories, what Australia was like before the European settlement and what life was like for a child of nine in England awaiting transportation on the First Fleet.

The year 5/6/7 class looked at the unit Shaping Our Nation, which included: the gold rush, the stolen generation and post war immigration.

The children were all enthralled and amazed at our colourful history with the result that a lot of effort was put into their individual pieces of work.

We are all looking forward to Term Two !

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t is great regret that the Conondale Bush Racing Club has yet again been forced to cancel their annual Easter Sunday Rodeo due to wet conditions.

The committee made the difficult decision during the third week of March to call off the event after months of planning. “The whole community was working together this year to make the Rodeo bigger than ever,” President of the Committee Ian Fleiter said. “ We had to also cancel 2009 and 2008 could not go ahead due to the EI virus” This means that the small community will go without the much needed funds it raises from the Rodeo for another year. Conondale people and its community groups will not have the Race Club to back them as much this year due to the major fundraising event having to be cancelled for a third time in a row.

Ian went on the say “Ian and Felicity Smith are kind enough each year to donate their ground for us to stage the event on, but this year with recent and ongoing rain, the grounds are just in no condition to use and would take some weeks to dry out.”

The Club is still staging their Rodeo Princess Dance on Saturday 27 March at the Conondale Hall at 7.30pm. This is a great night out, with dance music provided by the Sunshine Swing Band, and bar and supper as well. So please come along!

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KENILWORTH The Great War

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t is not difficult to imagine the impact of World War I on the small country community of Kenilworth when 27 of their young men went off to fight for “King and Country” after declaration of war in 1914. The community was closely linked to each of those young men – many had been presented with some token of appreciation – a wallet or gold watch suitably inscribed from “the people of Kenilworth”.

Newspaper reports of the time kept everyone informed of the status of their fighting men. In The Chronicle of November 16, 1917 the headline: Our lads catching it Our boys at the front have been having a rather rough time of it lately. News has been received that Pte Dave Pickering has again been severely wounded, for the second time.

He had only just recovered from his last wound, and had been in the firing line only a few days when ill luck again befell him. Pte E. Allen is reported missing, whilst his brother Henry has just been reported wounded. Bombardier L. Potter is reported wounded for the third occasion. Pte J. Pearce is still carrying a piece of shrapnel in his knee, which the doctors cannot extricate, but he is convalescing. Pte D. Ower is now recovering from an ugly bayonet wound in the knee accidentally caused by the weapon of one of his cobbers, whilst dodging bombs.

to be sent to each and every soldier. As a small balance still remained, it was voted to the honour board fund.

Whilst none of those 27 young men are still with this community they are remembered on the copper honour board which is still in place in the Gheerulla Hall and also honoured in the Memorial Foyer of the Kenilworth Hall.

These memorials have recently been registered with the Queensland War Memorials Register and may be viewed on: Kenilworth and District Honour Board: http://www.qldwarmemorials.com.au/pages/MemoDet. aspx?Memorial=Kenilworth%20and%20District%20 Honour%20Board Kenilworth War Memorial: http://www.qldwarmemorials.com.au/pages/MemoDet. aspx?Memorial=Kenilworth%20War%20Memorial Gheerulla WWI ANZAC Honour Roll: http://www.qldwarmemorials.com.au/pages/MemoDet. aspx?Memorial=Gheerulla%20WWI%20ANZAC%20 Honour%20Roll They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.

Lenore Meldrum President, Kenilworth & District Historical Assn. Inc.

Honour board Matters are well in hand for the erection of a hammered copper honour board in the local hall. The board will soon be completed and the unveiling ceremony will take place shortly.

In the November 23 edition of The Chronicle it was reported that Pte W. Sharry had been wounded at the front. An account followed of a Hamper Social having its object the raising of sufficient funds to send a Christmas hamper to each of our local soldier boys at the front.

Toward the close of the proceedings Mr. H. Pickering announced the financial result of the social as a little over £12. He mentioned that a parcel, value 17/6 was ordered

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Sunday 25 April PROGRAMME for ANZAC Day 2010 7.00 am › Free Sausage Sizzle in Kenilworth Town Park 8.15 am ›

March from Town Park to Anzac Memorial 8.30 am › Memorial Service and Wreath Laying 1.00 pm › Kenilworth Bowls Club open Register for Social Bowls by 1.30 pm 2.00 pm › Social Bowls begins

Multi Draw Raffle and Two-Up

5.00 to 7.00 pm › Fish ‘n Chips Takeaway and Pizzas 6.00 pm › Karaoke All monies raised from the club’s Green Fees, Raffles and Two-Up will be donated to Sunshine Coast Legacy This advertisement has been kindly sponsored by the Kenilworth Bowling Club

The club is open from 4 pm seven (7) days per week (unless there is bowls).

Reasonably priced meals are available on Friday nights from 6 pm to 8 pm Huge multi-draw raffles are held each Friday night.

Sunday Nights - Fish ‘n Chips Takeaway and Pizzas from 5 pm to 7 pm

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COOROY - POMONA FAMILY HISTORY OPEN DAY

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Family History Open Day is being held on Saturday, 17 April by Cooroy Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group from 9am.

The cost of $7.50 includes a starters kit, morning tea and a light lunch. The program will cover basic research followed by one to one help from members.

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Of Ocean and Earth

he Old Railway Gallery in Pomona is hosting another friendly opening with the exhibition “Of Ocean and Earth” on Saturday 10 April.

The new work of artists Trisha Howie and Beverley Watkin will delight visitors. Trisha has selected beautiful natural beach objects arranging and displaying them in a variety of ways. With framed work for the wall and beautiful inlays in tables these unique artworks are a joy to view. Beverley has played with colour and rhythmic patterns to create paintings and ceramic pieces which playfully show coral, fish, waves and sand images.

The open day will be held at 41 Miva Street, Cooroy.

Bookings are essential, phone 5442 5570.

Ros Higginson Cooroy Noosa Genealogical & Historical Research Group Inc. 5474 2271

‘Op Shop Bop’ Fashion Parade on again!

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omona and District Community House, in conjunction with Pomona Red Cross, Lifeline Pomona and the Living Hope Op Shop, is proud to present the annual fundraising event the ‘Op Shop Bop’ Fashion Parade.

Come on Saturday 17 April from 10.00am till noon at Pomona Memorial Hall. It’s only $10 for adults, $8 for Seniors and kids under 16 are $3. Price includes yummy morning tea and entertainment.

Please join Trisha, Beverley and friends at their opening at the gallery at 10 Station St., Pomona at 3pm on Saturday 10 April where drinks and nibbles are available. The exhibition runs until 13 May. The gallery is open Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm and Saturday 10am – 2pm. Phone More photos colour p.9 5485 2950 for more information.

Prize for the “Best Dressed Op Shop Fashionista”!

Raffles and Lucky Door Prizes. Tickets are available from: Pomona Community House – 1 Memorial Avenue.

Pomona Red Cross – under the Memorial Hall, Pomona Pomona Lifeline – Memorial Avenue, Pomona Living Hope Op Shop – Reserve Street, Pomona Ticket price includes ‘10% OFF’ voucher to be used at Op Shop of your choice.

For more info call Pomona Community House 5458 2427

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MARY VALLEY Mary Valley Stags CLUB NEWS

ndrea Risby-Jones and Jalberto Maldonado organise workshops for children aged 10 to 13 years focusing on rhythmic adventures, songs, movement, vocal fun, group participation, improvisation, percussion instrument playing and making as well as circle activities…

Jalberto Maldonado is a musician, educator, performer, specialising in Afro-Latin and Caribbean rhythms and culture. During the past eighteen years he has shared his passion with adults and children in and out of the Sunshine Coast.

Andrea Risby-Jones - BA Mus (USA) and Grad Dip Education. In this area since 1999, Andrea teaches strings and leads a children’s choir on the Sunshine Coast.

Andrea is a registered teacher and performs regularly with the Offenbach Quartet.

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ll is going well for our first season opening on the 10 April at Yandina. On the 17 April we play at Palmwoods and with our first home at the Mary Valley College oval on the 24 April, with the first game usually starting at 2pm. These venues and times will need to be confirmed as the draw is being revised. Please contact Jenny Carlson 5484 5133 or Neville Knox 5484 5521 for verification of information.

We would like to invite all ex-players and officials from the Mary Valley clubs who played in the Noosa Rugby League Competition to come along and watch the game and if possible help us compile a register of former players and also indentify players in photos of the 1916 Brooloo team.

Anybody interested in being involved with the stags in any capacity please contact us or just come along and join in. We hold raffles at the Railway Hotel every Thursday night at 6.30pm please come along and enjoy a night out.

The workshop is Held on Tuesday 6 April and Thursday 8 April from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Cooroy Butter Factory, Maple Street, Cooroy.

Cost $25 per day and $20 for siblings. Bookings necessary. Please contact Andrea Risby-Jones on 5447 0087 or Jalberto Maldonado on 5447 6882.

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ary Valley College is running four hours acting skills workshop on Saturday 22 May from 12.30pm in the multi purpose shed at Mary Valley State College.

Open to anyone High School age or over.

The workshop is run by qualified actor in association with Qld Theatre Company. It will cover basic communication skills, suitable for amateur thespians and anyone wishing to build self confidence.

The cost is $15 which includes lunch and course. Certificates will be issued to all participants.

Bookings are essential for catering purposes. So please phone 5488 5333.

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he Far A Way endurance riders club invites all riders to join us on our eventful weekend at Imbil Showgrounds over the Easter weekend 1-5 April 2010. This is our clubs first ride for the season and this year we are incorporating two FEI events into our schedule.

The CEI 84KM and CEI 120KM will help more horses and riders gain qualifications with the CEI being a qualifying ride for the Young Horse Challenge. Our signature Far A Way 320km marathon is our main event and is one of the nine events held over the five days.

Unlike previous years, the club has decided to move the second half of the major events from the Monday to the Sunday. The idea will ease the overall workload for many volunteers however still allowing riders to enjoy competing in more than one event over the weekend.

Check our website www.faraway. asn.au for all updates.

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MARY VALLEY Mary Valley meetings Fed into draft community plan

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eople from Kenilworth to Dagun were able to add more ideas to the draft plan for re-building the Mary Valley at the March community meetings.

Kenilworth residents gathered on Thursday 18 March and the Federal community met on Friday 9 March led through a brainstorming session along the lines of that used by renowned facilitator Peter Kenyon in Kandanga.

The meetings continued at Kandanga Hall on 22 and 25 March at Ridgewood Hall and Imbil RSL Hall on 29 March.

The Mary Valley Renewal Team gathered more ideas to feed into a comprehensive Mary Valley community and economic plan for the future of the valley and to get feedback on the draft plan so far.

Spokesperson for the team, Glenda Pickersgill, said the draft plan was a working document and would be available shortly on the website www.maryvalleyrenewal.org to ensure it was available to the majority of the community of the Mary Valley to continue the conversations around renewal and give feedback on-line.

Encouraging diverse sustainable agriculture is the top priority already highlighted by the community, followed by branding the valley, showcasing the environment, river access, developing a retirement place for farmers, and securing the region as a food bowl for the south-east corner of the State.

The meetings led up to the return of Peter Kenyon for the “Leading the Way” leadership, business and community planning two-day conference on April 8 and 9 at Garapine outdoor education centre, Kandanga.

At this conference, the community and economic plan was reviewed and refined in detail, as well as the community participating in leadership and community engagement training, which armed locals with tools to action the plan.

Bookings are essential (see ad below) for the two days with Peter Kenyon. Mary Valley residents will pay just $9 per day, but there are limited places open to participants from neighbouring centres at $25 per day.

A business dinner will be held at the Gympie Civic Centre on April 8 at $40 per head, where Mr Kenyon will appear as guest speaker to give some of his popular business advice.

Bookings for the conference and dinner to Kaili ParkerPrice on 0447 053 244 or email projects@themaryvalley. com.au Inquiries about the renewal process can be made to Glenda Pickersgill on 0411 443 589 or email maryvalleyrenewal@ Photo of Peter Kenyon courtesy of the Gympie Times. gmail.com

BELLI HALL NEWS

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here will be a carboot sale at the Belli Hall on Saturday 17 April starting 7am. On sale will be books, plants, lots of useful goodies all at reasonable prices. There will also be a sausage sizzle.

Now is the time to spring clean or just come and grab a bargain. Sites are $5 and bookings are essential. Enquiries or to book a site phone Simone 5447 0163.

Our next old time dance is Saturday 10 April. Come and enjoy a night of dancing to the music of Sunshine Swing Band with Rex Eggmolesse. A delicious supper is included in the entry price of $10. Learners are always welcome.

For enquiries phone Margaret 544 70175.

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Anzac Day Services

MARY VALLEY RSL SUB BRANCH & CITIZENS AUXILLIARY Extend an open invitation to the Community of Mary Valley to attend the

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Sunday, April 25th 2010 DAWN SERVICE – 5.30am And afterwards all are invited to a Community Breakfast hosted by the Widgee - M.V. Lions Club at the Kandanga Hall.

DAY SERVICE – 12.00pm March to assemble in Elizabeth St, Kandanga (opposite school) at 11.30am And afterwards Veterans and Partners, War Widows, invited guests and past and present Service Personnel are invited to a luncheon at the Kandanga Hall at 1.00pm To assist with catering, please RSVP for the luncheon to Phil Jensen (President) on 5484 5335 if you wish to attend.

The traditional TWO-UP GAME will be held at the Railway Hotel, Imbil with guest music, sausage sizzle and raffles.

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This remarkable property boasts complete privacy and yet outstanding views. Located down a country lane and a ficus fig lined driveway. The completely usable 15.22 acres is fully fenced into well pastured paddocks. The rich red soil is suitable for most rural pursuits such as market garden, horse and cattle grazing and cabinet timber. Water is provided from an excellent system through the entire property from a 25’ dam with electric pump and watering/irrigation points.

Plus ample tank storage including a large pioneer tank. The main house is a modern cypress pine framed home with three generous sized bedrooms, large family bathroom, spacious living area with raked ceilings and hardwood floors. Large front deck looks out over the property. Magnificent garden is dog fenced.

The second home is the renovated original two bedroom home, solid timber inside and out, new stumps and paint and hardwood floors.

No outstanding maintenance issues with either of the homes. The original dairy has been converted into a bungalow. Ideal for guests or teenagers.

There is also a 4-bay farm shed plus a 4-bay colorbond shed with office and toilet. 3-phase power is connected through the property and each home is on an individual curcuit. This property has it all and is located only 8 klm from Imbil and 4 klm to the popular Borumba Dam. WELL PRICED AT $625,000

KENILWORTH: MAGNIFICENT 153 ACRE GRAZING BLOCK WITH OVER ONE KLM OF MARY RIVER FRONTAGE

These large riverfront parcels of land are very scarce and will not be repeated.

Majority of the property has a mixture of fertile red and brown soils improved with pasture.

There are no improvements other than FIVE dams (including two combined to make one large one) and excellent fencing.

There are a choice of house sites all with the best views in the valley.

Power and phone available. It is part of the larger holding located just a couple of klm’s from Kenilworth. PRICE $1,290,000

RARE RIVERFRONT LAND PARCEL TO INSPECT BY APPT. $1,290,000

KENILWORTH: 320 ACRE

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This magnificent property comes onto the market in prime condition.

Fantastic location on a no-through bitumen road.

Close to Kenilworth State Forestry and Conondale Ranges National Park with easy access for trail riding.

An estimated carrying capacity of 100 single adult cattle.

Attention to detail has been carefully considered to present a property for buyers who are not looking for hard work or extra expense. PRICE $1,850,000

• Gracious four bedroom air conditioned Homestead • Workers Cottage – air conditioned – two bedrooms • Brand new four bay machinery shed • Lucerne shed · Double lock-up colorbond garage • Extra shed to accommodate four vehicles • Two horse stables • Permanent creek and bore plus two dams • 320 acres includes 10 acres of prime creek flats • Electric pumps on both creek and bore • Excellent fencing and stockyards • Fenced into 10 paddocks • Extensive pasture improvement

Photos of Beverley Watkin paintings (above left) and Trisha Howie beach artwork (right).

Exhibition “Of Ocean and Earth” from Saturday 10 April at the Old Railway Gallery in Pomona.

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OUR COMMUNITY ust a short notice today to thank in advance - all the people that are helping us get up and running again.

Our secretary, Chas Morris, who has been running around and writing to Queensland District R.S.L. headquarters for re-Registration - and on which we are awaiting a reply, but ANZAC Day activities have been organised.

Thanks to the many people who have helped us, with the Kenilworth Bowls Club supplying a venue and entertainment for the “troops” and supporters after the march and wreath-laying ceremony.

Our president and local butcher, Jim McKillop, for supplying meat for the sausage sizzle beforehand and Liz from 4-Square for other supplies.

Our local pub manager, Steve for his support, the S.E.S., First Response Group and the Rural Fire Brigade for being on hand to ensure our safety and of course the Mary Valley Voice for their help in the advertising and these little ditties.

Before I forget, a special thanks to Michael Pfeiffer - our Postie and wife Robyn, for getting us all off our collective backsides, to get all this going.

Carol Gilmour for her advice and help and to all our friends and businesses who have offered their support.

I’m sorry if I’ve missed anyone - there has been so many people that have offered their suppport - both physically and moral-wise.

We are still looking for members. Applications are available from the Post Office, butcher shop and by contacting our interim vice-president, Peter (Possum) Adams on 07 5472 3032. You DO NOT have to be a serving or Ex-service person to join, just come along to one of our meetings, which are held every second Monday of the month - next meeting is on the 12 April - all are welcome.

Once again to one and all that are or who have helped us - especially Jill Guldbransen and Laetitia Hoffmann from our local paper the Mary Valley Voice. Thanks to you all.

Dale T. Ainsworth (public relations officer) and Peter (Possum) Adams interim vice-president.

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by MASC, the festival will be held in conjunction with the Australian Body Art Carnival and will see the streets of Eumundi come alive with a colourful extravaganza of art, music and performance.

The Eumundi Amphitheatre site will host the ticketed event, showcasing a broad range of national and local acts and will include a children’s area, workshops, a licensed bar and a chai tent. Dick Caplick Park will play host to free entertainment including school bands and community groups. Buskers and street performers will be invited to perform in Lonergan Lane.

The promotion and exposure of our local musicians is a key motivation for the establishment of the Eumundi Live Festival. Naturally, MASC will seek high quality national acts to assist in attracting a wider audience but will aim to have a high percentage of local content.

MASC’s long term vision is to see Eumundi Live grow alongside the Australian Body Art Carnival, presenting a high-class multi-faceted festival experience that offers a platform for our local musicians and artists.

Any members interested in volunteering to assist in the organisation of the festival please contact Harii Bandhu on 0419 108 801 or email treas@masc.com.au

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There will be timber slabs for sale and for the first time an interclub competition which will bring together possibly the best display of woodcraft in Queensland. There will be other stalls featuring a variety of handcrafts. Doors will open at 8am with a $2 entry fee.

Light refreshments will be available in the hall, catered by the Cooroy Scouts Group.

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OUR P OLITICS Watt’s new in Gympie Regional Council

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ympie Regional Council held an information session in the Mary Valley on the 18 of March on the Draft Wide Bay Burnett State Planning Regulatory Provisions (2009), its implications specifically for the Mary Valley area in the Wide Bay Burnett region and submission dates closing on 30.03.10.

Council recognised that the Mary Valley has undergone several planning scenarios over the past several years with the proposed Traveston Crossing dam. The information session was intended to provide further information on the State’s Draft plan to assist the community understand its impacts on the Mary Valley and to assist with the current Mary Valley Renewal community planning activities.

The Department of Infrastructure’s web site provides information and maps on the Draft Plan and Regulatory Provisions. http://www.dip.qld.gov.au/regional-planning/ draft-state-regulatory-provisions.html Business and Industry is now a new section on Gympie Regional Council’s website where you will find the Gympie Regional Investment Prospectus and the Gympie Regional Economic Profile, links to Federal, State and Local Government sites, Chambers of Commerce and Queensland Business Organisations. The GRC Economic Development Unit can be contacted on 5481 0744.

Tourism Promotion for the Mary Valley and other Gympie regions now has a presence on You Tube, log on and check them out or watch them on www.cooloola.org.au Council Divisions will be investigated by council with staff being asked to investigate options and report back to council. Any suggested changes to GRC’s current status will have to be submitted to the State Government for consideration.

Public consultation is currently underway for Council’s Public Art Plan, if you missed out on attending one of the sessions you can still contribute by doing an online survey on councils web site under ‘what’s new’ or get a hard copy at the gallery, libraries or council offices.

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enilworth Community meeting It was great to be able to attend the community meeting at Kenilworth Bowls Club and see the level of support

and interest from locals on ways to better promote Kenilworth, and try to build new industries in the area.

Thanks to the Kenilworth Chamber of Commerce for organising this meeting.

Kenilworth school P&C re-elected I always enjoy returning to Kenilworth State Community College - it is great to see the school doing so well under the leadership of Principal Sue Brieschke and our strong P&C Association. As Chairman of the election of office bearers at the College’s Annual General Meeting I must say it was the shortest election I’ve ever been involved in, with the previous committee re-elected unopposed.

Congratulations to President Marcus Anstey, vice President Greg Hopkins, Secretary Robyn Pfeiffer, and Treasurer Shelly Wright.

Northern Pipeline compensation meeting I am holding public meeting for people whose properties are affected by the Northern Interconnector Pipeline project, (between Eudlo and Lade McDonald) at 5.30pm on March 30 at the Woombye Bowls Club. I encourage you to come along to the meeting and be prepared to work together with one voice on this compensation issue. I met recently with department staff to clarify a range of issues regarding land owners’ rights. I hope to be able to clarify any issues that you may have and assist with guidance on matters involving compensation claims against the government for any possible damages.

School volunteers get better protection It was great to see common sense amendments to the Civil Liability and Other Legislation Amendment Bill supported by all State Members of Parliament. Our school Parent and Citizens’ Associations will now come under the definition of ‘Community Organisation’ which entitles them to protection from liability in the same way as volunteers are protected within other community organisations. While many school volunteers may not even be aware that they did not have full liability protection in the past, this new definition of their organisation means they are now recognised.

The other significant amendment which will benefit people diagnosed with asbestos-related illnesses is that as a result of changes to this law there is now no statute of limitation period to slow their legal claims. This will improve access to justice and reduce the cost and stress associated with pursuing a claim. Swine Flu Vaccination Program Queensland Health is currently running free vaccination clinics for Human swine flu at state schools at weekends during Term One. Anyone interested in taking advantage of this program should ring 13 43 25 84 for the location of their closest clinic or further information. No referrals or appointments are necessary.

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n Thursday 11 March, Year 12 students from Noosa District State High School had the opportunity to learn about tertiary education through their attendance at the University Roadshow. Representatives from several organisations and institutions were on hand to answer the myriad of student questions, ranging from courses to accommodation options.

These representatives also gave information about important dates, such as the QTAC (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre) application deadline, as well as encouraging students to apply for scholarships to help defray the costs associated with tertiary education.

The advantages and disadvantages of living at home, on or near-campus accommodation and off-campus accommodation gave students an insight into the pitfalls associated with their increased freedom once they leave school.

Noosa District State High School students will receive further information about QTAC preferences and the QCST which the students will complete later in the year.

Courtney Walsh and Lucie Loginow investigating options at the University Roadshow.

Reality Bites organisers announce 2010 festival dates

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unshine Coast Hinterland Writers’ Centre has announced the dates for this year’s Reality Bites.

Director Annette Hughes said the festival will be held over two consecutive weekends 23 July - 1 August 2010 with a workshop program being organised for the mid-week days.

Reality Bites was initiated and managed by the creative unit of the old Noosa Council in 2008. With the loss of council’s project management, and a strong desire to keep the festival going and growing, a local group of

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writers and readers established the Sunshine Hinterland Writers’ Centre Inc.

“In just two years, Reality Bites has become known as Australia’s premier literary nonfiction festival in the publishing industry and we will continue to build on that achievement” Annette said.

“We put a lot of effort into fund raising and have fortunately been successful enough to now begin to shape a program”.

All levels of government are supporting the festival and the Hinterland Writers’ Centre committee is currently approaching local businesses and organisations interested in being associated with Reality Bites. To date, the Australia Council for the arts, Arts Queensland and the Sunshine Coast Regional Council are providing grants and in-kind support.

Since its inception, Reality Bites has presented some of Australia’s sharpest minds and gifted storytellers, covering a range of issues and ideas, and attracting equally diverse audiences. Ms Hughes said that the 2010 program will be as entertaining and thought provoking as last year’s which presented thirty three authors, journalists, publishers, editors and film makers.

Visiting writers said how much they enjoyed the smaller, more intimate environment of Reality Bites and being able to have more time to meet and talk with their audiences.

“We are offering special benefits to members of the Hinterland Writers’ Centre, including an invitation to the opening event of the festival, discounts on festival tickets and book purchases during the event” said Annette, “so get with the program and join up now.”

For membership details and Reality program updates phone 07 5447 7063 or 0407 148 702. Email: stickylabel@ bigpond.com Coming soon www.realitybites3.blogspot.com and check out last year’s program at www.realitybitesfestival. blogspot.com Annette Hughes

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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY 2010 AMAMOOR

Amamoor Country Craft 5488 4148 Friends of Amamoor 5484 3278 JP Cynthia Hayes 5484 3694 Amamoor Hall Bookings 5488 4313 Craft Shop Betty 5484 3640 Markets 1st Saturday Sarah 5484 3311 AMAMOOR SCHOOL P&C Meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month, 3.15 pm at school.

Enquiries to 5401 1333.

AMAMOOR CHURCHES • Mary Valley Uniting Church - Amamoor Sunday service 10 am. Rev. Iain Watt 5488 6752 • Mary Valley Wesleyan Methodist Church - Rev. Brian Brown 5484 3687 or 5484 3640 a/h NOOSA & DISTRICT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Tinbeerwah Hall, Sunrise Rd, Tinbeerwah Service at 3pm each 2nd & 4th Sunday - All welcome - 5442 5072

BELLI PARK

Veterinary Surgery (24hr) Vet Peter Agnew 5447 0325 BELLI HALL Dances: ....

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday after a dance at 7.30 pm in the hall.

All local residents are welcome to attend.

BROOLOO

Brooloo Hall Group Inc President Vince Carige 5488 6610 Secretary Cheryl O’Dwyer 5484 5168 Treasurer Valerie Mallett 5446 0708 JP Vince Carige 5488 6610

CONONDALE

• CONONDALE PLAYGROUP - Every Friday 9.30 - 11 am at Conondale School. Wendy Sholley 5494 4516.

• SOCCER AT CONONDALE School oval Saturdays from 9 am. Enquiries to 5494 4571.

COOROY

Cooroy Churches Hinterland Christian Centre 113 Marara Street Sundays 9 am ‘Celebration Service’ Sundays 6 pm ‘Sunday Night Live’ Pastors Brian and Pearl Clothier 5447 7298?

DAGUN

JP (Qual) Elaine Bradley 5484 3749 Dagun State School 5484 3232 Dagun Community Group 5484 3576 / 5484 3197

IMBIL

• FAR-AWAY-RIDERS ASSOC INC. - www.faraway.asn.au - Annual Easter Endurance Carnival 2010 (1 – 5 April) at Imbil showgrounds, general info Mark and Kaylea Grogan 5484 5315.

IMBIL MEDICAL SERVICES • MEDICAL: Monday 1-5 pm RSL Hall; • Channon St Medical Centre Cooroy Doctor’s Surgery (The Imbil Clinic) 6 Imbil Island Road, Mon - Fri 8 am-12 noon - 5488 6868.

Outside these hours: Cooroy 5442 6833 (until 5.30 pm) - 0408 713 395 a/h • Range of Motion PHYSIO - 5478 6600 • Imbil PHARMACY Dispensary Hours: Monday to Friday 2pm to 5pm (Closed Public Holidays) 5488 6699 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Glenda at Police Station when open • JP Alan Lutton 5484 5182 • Kathy Worth JP 5484 5178 • Imbil District Amateur Swimming Club - Ray McNab President 5484 5109 a/h • Imbil Tennis Club - Tiffany McCarthy 5484 5073 • Ladies Tennis Tuesday & Thursday 4-6 pm • Mens Tennis Wednesday 6 pm • Mixed Social Tennis Friday 6 pm & Sunday 12 pm - Coaching Saturdays Terms 2 & 3 • Imbil Indoor Bowls 5482 5546 • Imbil Rural Watch - Rob Priebe – Coordinator 5484 5216 • Mary Valley State College P&C - Godfrey Owen President 5484 5171?

• Imbil Seniors Group 0421 362 117 • RSL Mary Valley Sub Branch - meets every 3rd Sunday of the month at 10 am.

• RSL Hall bookings - Ian Stubbins 5484 5365 • Girl Guides - Wed Girl Guide Hut 4-6 pm • Imbil Mary Valley Scouts - Group Leader Raymond McNab 5484 5109 • Scouts: Monday 5-7 pm • Cub Scouts: Tuesday 3.30-5.30 pm • Playgroup - Thurs 9-11.30 am at MVSC Preschool IMBIL PUBLIC LIBRARY 5484 5488 - Tues & Thurs 9.30 am – 12.30 pm, Wed & Fri 2-5 pm • Imbil Public Hall Bookings 5448 5175 • Mainly Music (up to school age) - Meets every Tues 9.30 am at Imbil Church Hall - Belinda 5488 6480 MARY VALLEY SHOW SOCIETY (on 21 August 2010) - Sue McMah (president - 5484 5165 - marlin.park@bigpond.com), Barry Grainger (vice-president - 5484 3680) Heinkie Butt (secretary), Kim Bowditch (treasurer - 5484 5367, 0428 845 362) MARY VALLEY ARTS FESTIVAL (on 8-11 July 2010) - mvartfest@gmail.com or ring Jan Watt 0437 733 383.

MARY VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC. - Col Huddy, president 5484 5196. Meet every third Tuesday at Imbil RSL, 7.30pm MARY VALLEY INC. & IMBIL DEVELOPMENT GROUP - Julie Worth (secretary) - media communications Kaili Parker-Price (5484 5338, 0447 053 244) more info www.imbil.net.au, or www.themaryvalley.com.au

EUMUNDI

IMBIL SWIMMING CLUB - Thurs 6 pm.

SPIRITUAL CENTRE Eumundi CWA Hall 2nd & 4th Sunday. Healing 10 am. Service 10.15 am.

Guest speaker. Rev. Laine Harry 5449 0937.

THE SAFE & CONFIDENT LIVING PROGRAM Imbil Uniting Church Hall, Elizabeth St 9.30–11.30 am. Enquiries to 5443 7281 or Upper Mary Valley Care 5446 0820.

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IMBIL JUNIOR BOWLS Imbil Bowls Club Sunday 10am - 12noon.

CLUB FED Federal Memorial Hall operates fortnightly on Friday nights, and is an opportunity to catch up with locals, have a cheap meal and drinks, in a friendly family oriented space. Kitchen operates from 6 to 8 pm, and the bar is open until later. Pool table, air hockey, and ball games for the children. The hall is available for hire. Enquiries to Zani 5485 1118 or Jenny 5485 1580.

GHEERULLA

GHEERULLA HALL HIRE - available for rental - enquiries Blair Meldrum 5472 3090 or go to the website www.gheerulla.qld.au President Val Pearson, Vice-President Esme Williamson, Secretary/ Treasurer Blair Meldrum TENNIS Social tennis will be played at Gheerulla tennis courts Tuesdays starting at 9.30 am. Beginners most welcome. Enquiries to 5446 0197.

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IMBIL INDOOR BOWLS Imbil Hall Fridays 12.30 pm Enquiries to Elva Simpson 5482 5546.

IMBIL SOCIAL TENNIS Imbil town courts. Tuesday and Thursday 4.30 – 5.30 pm, Wednesday and Friday 6 pm. Enquiries to Tiffany 5484 5073.

IMBIL RED CROSS OP SHOP Wednesday, Friday & Sunday 8.30am – 1.30pm.

IMBIL CHURCHES • Mary Valley Uniting Church - Imbil Sunday Service 8.30am, Sunday School 8.30am - Rev Iain Watt 5488 6752 • Imbil Gospel Hall – W & S Walsh 5449 0728 or C R Smith 5482 5471 • Lutheran Church – A Fricke 5482 1435 • Anglican Church – Richard Martin 5482 2629

KANDANGA

Justices of the Peace: Adrienne Dan (CD) 5484 3382 Charles Clarke (Qual) 5488 4020 Bronwyn Kerr Qual J.P., Kandanga Post Office 5484 3203

• Kandanga Bowls Club 5484 3253 • Kandanga Public Hall Bookings 5484 3454 or 5484 3493 a/h • Kandanga Tennis Club - Donald Grieves Secretary 5488 4329 • Wednesday Night Fixtures 6pm $5.00 tennis fee.

BBQ and meat supplied for extra $2.00. Contact Julie 5484 3195.

• Thursday afternoons Social Tennis, commencing 1.00pm.

Contact Donald 5488 4329.

FRIENDS OF KANDANGA Friends of Kandanga meet every third Wednesday of the month, Kandanga Information Centre 7 pm.

KANDANGA INFORMATION CENTRE Kandanga Information Centre is located next to the Post Office in Main Street • PO Box 16 Kandanga 4570 • Ph 5488 4605 • Fax 5488 4608 Open 7 days 10 am-4 pm, closed public holidays.

Displaying community history, art gallery, book exchange library, internet cafe. Classes weekly – Art, Leadlight, Woodwork, Guitar, Craft, Yoga and Tai Chi, all reasonable rates. Movie nights held monthly in Kandanga Community Hall. The Centre also caters for bus visits – morning/afternoon teas – BBQ lunches.

KENILWORTH

KENILWORTH & DISTRICT HISTORICAL MUSEUM - www.kenilworthmuseum. org.au Sun. 10 am–2 pm - Adults $3, Children $1, Families $7.

Groups by appointment: contact Lenore Meldrum 5472 3090 Mary Valley Voice - fortnightly community newspaper & website (2660 copies). All editorials to maryvalleyvoice@aanet.com.au - Mail to PO Box 158, Kenilworth 4574 - www.maryvalleyvoice.com (Veronika Spicer president, Shirley Moreland secretary and Carol Gilmour treasurer).

Kenilworth town website - www.kenilworthguide.org.au Kenilworth State Community College 5440 0555 - www.kenilworthscc. eq.edu.au Kenilworth POST OFFICE 5446 0247 RACQ Kenilworth Garage 5446 0214 KENILWORTH FIRST RESPONSE meet at the SES shed every 2nd Monday at 5 pm. Enquiries to Secretary Nina Cox 5472 3156 or Glenys Pearson 5446 0441.

KENILWORTH FIRE BRIGADE training Tuesday at Kenilworth Fire Station 6.30 – 8.30 pm.

KENILWORTH & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Meets in the KAC Shack 6 Elizabeth Street at 6 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

JUST WALK IT KENILWORTH Enquiries to Brenda 5446 0778 JUST WALK IT WALLI CREEK (Gumnut Park) Enquiries to Cheryl 5446 0350 KENILWORTH LIBRARY - Elizabeth Street Kenilworth • Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 2 – 5, Friday 10 – 3 Saturday 9 – 12. Enquiries to 5446 0101 KENILWORTH ARTS COUNCIL - Committee meetings KAC Shack, 6 Elizabeth St, 2nd Monday at 6pm. PO Box 123 Kenilworth 4574. Sec. 5446 0500 or office 5472 3223- kac@kenilwortharts.org.au - www.kenilwortharts. org.au KENILWORTH CELEBRATES! FESTIVAL 2010 (Sat. 26 Sept. to Sun. 4 Oct. ) programme & entry form visit: www.kenilworthcelebrates.org.au KENILWORTH CELEBRATES! ART WORKSHOPS 2010 (Mon. 27 Sept. to Fri 1 Oct.) - enquiries to Rod Bloomer 5472 3088 KENILWORTH QUILT & CRAFT CIRCLE every 2nd & 4th Wednesday 10 am at the Kenilworth Historical Museum. Enquiries to Jan 5446 0167 or Paula 5446 0229.

MAHJONG at the KAC Shack every Thursday at 3 pm.

KENILWORTH BRANCH QCWA meets at the CWA Hall 1st Sunday at 3 pm, all welcome. Pat Hampstead 5446 9174 (treasurer), Elvira White (president) and Carol Miller (vice-president) KENILWORTH EARLY BIRDS PLAYGROUP Thursdays 9.00am to 10.30am at Kenilworth State Community College. Enquiries to Kenilworth State Community College on 5440 0555 KENILWORTH R.S.L. REFORMATION meetings are held every second Monday of the month 7pm at the R.S.L. room at the Kenilworth Hall, adjacent to the ANZAC Memorial. All are welcome! Reformed committee 2010 - Jim McKillop (president), Peter Adams (vice-president), Chass Morris (secretary), Noela McKillop (treasurer) and Dale Ainsworth (public relations officer - 5472 3032).

KENILWORTH MEDICAL SERVICES • Kenilworth MEDICAL Centre - 5446 0343 Surgery hours Mon – Fri 9-3, After surgery hours 5445 7177 • Range of Motion PHYSIOTHERAPY - 5478 6600 • Barbara Dilworth Physiotherapy 5446 0654 • Kenilworth PHARMACY 5446 0356 - Mon – Friday 9 am - 1.30 pm • Kenilworth VET Surgery (24hr) 5472 3085 - Vets: Marcus Anstey, Susan Anstey & Julie Kemp • Kenilworth RECYCLE TRANSFER Station Cambroon Lane, off KenilworthImbil Road.

Hours: Mon & Fri 7 am – 12 pm, Sat & Sun 7-5

Justices of the Peace Bob Dunstan (Qual) 5446 0703 • Joyce Lashmar (Qual) 5446 0723 Brenda Parker (CD) 5446 0213 • Lolie Murtagh (CD) 5446 0222 Olive Hassall (CD) 5446 0131 KENILWORTH CHURCHES • Friday 6.30 pm Girls Brigade in the SES Hall. Joclyn 5476 4195.

• Seventh Day Adventist Church 5446 0299 • Anglican Church – Kenilworth 1st, 2nd, 4th Sunday, 9am – Gheerulla: 3rd Sunday 9am.

• Uniting Church - St John Bosco Kenilworth 4th Saturday, 5.00 pm.

• Catholic Church Kenilworth - Service at St John Bosco’s, Kenilworth every Sunday at 9 am. - 5th Sunday of the month ecumenical service 10.30 am.

• MEDITATION every Thursday 9.30 am St John Bosco Church.

Enquiries to Glen & Sue Wolter 5446 0158.

KENILWORTH COMMUNITY GROUPS • Kenilworth’s Charity CHOOK CHASE - all motorcross nominations to Olive Hassell - olive.hassall@bigpond.com.au • Kenilworth Show & Rodeo, Lolie Murtagh 5446 0222 - third Saturday in September - www.kenilworthhall.org.au/Rodeo.htm • Kenilworth Hall Committee - Olive Hassall 5446 0131 or Bill Morris 5446 0338 - Hall, meeting room and full kitchen facilities all available for hire. Also camping - powered sites on showgrounds $10 per night (hot showers). Details www.kenilworthhall.org.au (PO Box 47, Kenilworth 4574) • Artists of Kenilworth, Veronika Spicer 5446 0427 • Kenilworth Quilt & Craft Circle - Olive Hassall 5446 0131 and Paula Gillis 5446 0229 • QCWA Kenilworth Branch - Pat Hampstead 5446 9174 • Kenilworth First Response Group - Nina Cox 5472 3156 • Upper Mary Valley Care 5446 0820 • Delivered Meal Service 5446 0820 • Nambour & District Care Inc. 5441 4441 • Kenilworth Information Centre 5446 0122 & Community Craft Shop 5472 3987 • Friends of Kenilworth Library - Yvonne James 5472 3089 • 1st Kenilworth Girls Brigade - Daphne Morris 5446 0338 • Kenilworth P&C - Jeremy Atkins 5446 9195 • Kenilworth and District Chamber of Commerce & Citizens – Michael Pfeiffer 5446 0247 • Kenilworth & District Historical Assoc. - Lenore Meldrum 5472 3090 • Kenilworth Swimming Pool, Jeremy Atkins 5446 9195 • Kenilworth Bowls Club - Mens – Russ Ferriday 5446 0281, Ladies – Veronica Ferriday 5446 0281 • Kenilworth Indoor Bowls Club - Beryl 5446 0310 • Kenilworth Cricket Club - Jnr. Rob Blinco 5446 0064, Snr. Jason Woods 0419 764 504 • Gheerulla Tennis Club - Jessie Wood 5446 0197 • Melba Woods (court bookings) 5446 0242 • Kenilworth Masonic Lodge – Trevor Wilcox 5477 1546 • Wildlife Volunteers 5441 6200 (24hr)

POMONA

POMONA HALL • Pomona Hall Hire & Enquiries - Heather Manders 5485 2427 • 0411 114 077 • Indoor Bowls (Wed) - Contact Peter Young on 5485 1472 • Harmony Dance (Tues) - Contact Pat and Norm Young on 5485 2007 • ASKA Karate (Mon & Thurs) - Contact Kim Vines on 5485 0725 • Learn To Dance (Wed) - Contact Christine on 0429 829 328 • Alcoholics Anonymous (Sun) • Christian Outreach Centre (Sun) - Contact Joy Starr-Cross 5485 1583 • Yoga (Tues) - Contact Pam Whitehead on 5485 2947 • Playgroup (Mon) - Contact Trudy Martin on 5442 5826 • Table Tennis (Frid) Contact 5485 2427 POMONA CHURCHES Christian Outreach Centre, Joy Starr 5485 1583 POMONA COMMUNITY HOUSE 1 Memorial Avenue, Pomona - Enquiries to 5485 2427 Regular services: Self paced computer lessons; Tax help; Free legal advice; Language classes; Child health; Broadband internet café; Photocopying, Laminating, Binding; Library; Creative writing; Craft activities; Games – Cards, Scrabble, Chess & Mahjong.

RIDGEWOOD

RIDGEWOOD HALL GATHERING last Friday of each month at sundown BYO BBQ bits & drink.

RIDGEWOOD CHURCHES The Lighthouse is a group who meet every 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday at the Ridgewood Hall – everyone welcome. Enquiries to 5447 9179.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES POLICE 000

KENILWORTH 5446 0220 IMBIL 5484 5222 COOROY 5447 6211 POMONA 5485 2586 POISONS INFO CENTRE 131126 SES KENILWORTH Local HQ 5446 0490 Group Leader Brenda Parker 5446 0213 Duty Officer 5444 5202 SES Flood Storm Emergency 132 500

C. Doyle 5484 5325

BROOLOO/MARY RIVER First Officer Chris Stark 5446 0136 Warden Brad Dilger 5484 5364

OBI OBI 1s. Officer: Grahame Beljon 5446 9252 2nd. Officer: Dennis Woodford 5446 9154 3rd. Officer: Steve Walker 5446 9208 Fire Warden: John Cutmore TBA Deputy Warden: Grahame Beljon 5446 9252

KANDANGA First Officer & Warden Rodney Worth 5484 3493 (a/h) 5484 5178 (wk) Wardens Ian Morgan 5484 3655 Harvey Hasthorpe 5484 3379 Kevin English 5484 3191

RURAL FIRE SERVICE

MELAWONDI Rod Nolan 5484 5634 Meetings 1st Tuesday each month

AMAMOOR Bill Edwards 5484 3754

BELLI PARK & NORTH BELLI PARK First Officer & Warden, Nigel Higgs 5447 0166

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BLUE-BELL First Officer Craig Zonruiter 5484 3012 Warden Bruce Bull 5484 3555

IMBIL FORESTRY Forest Ranger 5484 3900

CRISIS HELP LIFELINE 13 11 14 CAN-SURVIVE HOPELINE 1300 364 673

COORAN ECO MARKETS Every 1st and 3rd Saturday morning 7 am – 1 pm Enquiries to 5485 2767 COOROY HALL MARKETS Every Thursday 8 am – 1 pm Cooroy Memorial Hall COOROY COUNTRY MARKETS 3rd Sunday of the month from 7 am Cooroy State School Oval CRYSTAL WATERS MONTHLY MARKET 1st Saturday of the month

KENILWORTH NORTH Michael Pfeiffer 5446 0247 (a/h 5446 0284) Whelan Rd

DAGUN B. Mills 5484 3596

IMBIL Local HQ 5484 5322 Leader – Athol Hales 5484 5582

SOUTH BELLI PARK Howard Waugh 5447 0184

BLACK MOUNTAIN First Officer Marc Desmarchelier 5447 0224 Warden Eddie Rykenberg?0417 635 719

KENILWORTH Trains on Thursdays 6.30 to 8.30 pm Wardens Steve Saunders 5472 3164

RIDGEWOOD First Officer John Sparrow 5447 9130 Warden Victor Hill (permits) 5447 9288 YABBA CREEK Chairman Marcel DeLeon 5484 5021 Secretary John Taylor 5488 6119 Please let us know of any alterations needed on this list. We would appreciate it if you could email clear, concise updates to maryvalleyvoice@aanet.com.au - Thank you.

Local Markets

8 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: 5494 4725

10.30 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: 5484 3382

Eumundi Markets Every Wed 8 am – 1.30 pm Every Saturday 6.30 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5442 7106

KENILWORTH COMMUNITY MARKET Every 3rd Saturday at CWA Hall 7am till mid-afternoon Evira White: 5446 0208

IMBIL SUNDAY MarketS Operated by Imbil Mary Valley Boy Scouts Assn.

Every Sunday 8 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5484 5109 KANDANGA STATION MARKETS Wednesday & Sunday

FOUR DAYS, THREE VENUES ULTIMATE STEAM FESTIVAL!

he Valley Rattler Steam train, Gympie Gold Mining Museum, Woodworks Museum and the replica Mary Ann Steam locomotive join forces to hold a special steam and machine event on Friday 9 to Monday 12 April 2010.

This huge four day festival incorporates three venues demonstrating all aspects of steam driven transport and industry.

Tickets for the Ultimate Steam Festival ticket includes a trip on The Valley Rattler and the Mary Anne steam engines and unlimited entry to Gympie Gold Mining & Historical Museum and the Woodworks Museum venues over the four days. 4-Day Pass - Adults $57 / Child $29.50. Group bookings info 5482 2750 or visit www.gympieultimatesteam. com - be quick, limited tickets.

The Valley Rattler Steam Train departs daily for half day scenic tours down the Mary Valley via Amamoor, with great views, markets and with a stopover at Dagun Station on the way back for the local wine and cheese tasting.

The replica of the 1873 vertical steam engine, The Mary Ann, will be taking passengers on local trips every 40 minutes all day Sunday and Monday.

Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum will be lighting the 20,000 litre Cornish Boiler to generate steam to operate a 110 year old Walker Winding engine.

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Walker Rd & Moy Pocket Rd Chris Stark 5446 0136

MALENY HANDCRAFTS MARKETS Community Hall Maleny Sundays 8 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5445 7911 or 0418 733 013

Pomona Country Markets Stan Topper Park, Pomona 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month 6.30 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: Alwyn Beresford 5485 1634 NOTE: If you have any alterations to this guide, please email the editor maryvalleyvoice@aanet. com.au

Gympie

A small steam powered 110V DC generator will be operating and supplemented by steam roller demos, portable steam engines and other steam powered equipment.

The Woodworks Museum will have blacksmithing, traditional hand tool demos, wood chopping, chainsaw carvings, whittler, woodworkers, vintage steam engine display, portable steam engines, stationary and miniature steam engines, steam driven bush sawmill, operational drag saw and the Blitz Truck display throughout the four days.

On Saturday the woodworks will be hosting a Sawmilling Competition with the finals on the Sunday, with a Timber Auction following at 1pm.

Don’t miss the Axe Vs Chainsaw contest showcasing some of our talented local champions.

Polley’s Coaches will be operating an hourly bus shuttle every day between our three venues from Jaycees Way, Old Gympie Railway Station, Woodworks Museum and the Gympie Gold Mining Museum.

Festival fun includes Blues master Barry Charles, The Sheepdogs, Bliss and a variety of local acts, children’s rides, historical bus / walking tours, tasty food, market stalls and fully restored 1930’s Bus Rides, Vintage and Classic cars and more at this great family event.

Don’t miss this great family event! See related photo next page

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Kenilworth Realty

7 Elizabeth St, Kenilworth • Office 5446 0164 • Fax 5446 0742 email• kenilworthrealty@bigpond.com website• www.kenilworthrealty.com.au

Carol Gilmour

0417 603 451

RENTALS AVAILABLE NOW from $225

IDEAL PROPERTY FOR KEEN GARDENERS

This small acreage property has the lot. The home is a compact and comfortable three bedroom lowest brick with a separate detached bungalow — ideal for a teenager’s retreat or artist studio. The property has access to a dam which provides water to the already established gardens which consist of an abundance of fruit trees, veggie garden and large chook run. There is a 3-bay shed with carport at the front and a rear covered patio on the home which catches the morning sun. This property is only a five minute drive out of the Kenilworth township and is on all sealed roads. So if you are a first home buyer, retiree or looking for a weekend escape it lovely Kenilworth then make the time to view this property.

Please call our office to discuss.

QUIET LOCATION WITH LOVELY RURAL VIEWS

If you are looking for that country escape but don’t want to be too far away from civilization then this country cottage at Cambroon is just for you. There are three bedrooms in total plus a sleepout. One of these bedrooms is downstairs with the large family room and laundry area. The kitchen and dining have been recently renovated as well as the bathroom. The lower section of the home also has a covered patio area where you can sit back and enjoy the views. The land is a useable 1.5 acre allotment with room to expand the gardens. Only 10 minutes south of Kenilworth and a short drive to the local shop. This property is suitable as an investment, first home or weekend getaway.

Cambroon is ten minutes from Kenilworth Only five minutes from Kenilworth

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RENTALS CURRENTLY AVAIL. IMBIL – $225 pw. Two bedroom timber home in Imbil.

Polished floors, high ceilings, open plan living areas.

Amazing views over the town. Large backyard.

KENILWORTH – $235 pw. Tidy two bedroom timber home walking distance to town amenities, single garage, private rear garden.

KENILWORTH – $255 pw - power included. Highset two bedroom home plus office. Shared arrangement with garage, laundry and yard area. Convenient location.

CAMBROON – $270 pw. Highset three bedroom home with lovely rural views. Separate sleepout, renovated kitchen all on 1.5 acres of land, tranquil setting in the country.

$335,000

AFFORDABLE ACREAGE PROPERTY – IMBIL

The owners of this property have relocated and must sell. There are 11 acres in total, all fenced boundaries and a dam in the front block. The home is a solid three bedroom brick with large family room and separate lounge room with raked cathedral ceilings and polished timber floors. The master bedroom also has an ensuite and walk in robe. Other features include an inground pool, front and rear deck plus large garage with workshop. Only a short drive to Imbil township.

Three bedroom brick on 11 acres $485,000

Sunstrip Printers 07 5441 1611

Incl. separate detached bungalow $380,000