Mary Valley Voice 12 May 2010, Vol 20 N.8

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12 May 2010 Vol.20 No. 8

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KENILWORTH Anzac Day celebration_______ 4 Kenilworth SCC Wedding in Kenilworth Kenilworth Pony Club_________ 5 Kenilworth Bakery story______ 6-7 Kenilworth Museum fence_ ___ 7 COOROY CNGHRG Cooroy Lower Mill Boilerhouse PROBUS visit Parrots in Paradise___ 8 MARY VALLEY Energy rating MV homes MV RSL Anzac Day celebration Save the Mary Flotilla 2010____ 13 Obi Obi Rd closure MV Photography Club________ 14

OUR COMMUNITY Imbil Joy of Singing workshop___ 2 Good Shepherd Lutheran College_ 3 Belli Park fire brigade Imbil Red Cross Ball Mapleton Choir_______________ 15 Celebration of Rewed Hope Gympie Show 2010___________ 16 Pomona Photography Exhibition__ 17 Wellington’s Way Tea Party fundraising_ _______ 18 Rainfall________________________ 2 MV Traders ads_________________ 3 Local Markets_________________ 17 Boxsells Real Estate________ 10-11 Kenilworth Realty_____________ 20 Our front cover photo has been provided by the Good Shepherd Lutheran College school.

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f you enjoy, or want to try, singing with a group in wonderful harmonies from around the world, including gospel, folk and African, then the JOY OF SINGING workshop with Brian Martin is for you.

It is to be held on Sunday 30 May from 10am to 1pm at the Imbil RSL hall. (Please note the change of time as this event clashed with the ‘Celebration of Renewed Hope’ in the Mary Valley).

Brian Martin is well known on the Sunshine Coast for his musical expertise and ongoing involvement in encouraging singing and creating harmony through harmony.

Two ten-week JOY OF SINGING courses have been run in Kandanga during 2007 and 2008, with about thirty participants in each. Both of the courses culminated in lively, joyfilled concerts at the Kandanga hall, and a CD was produced which captured the atmosphere. Brian is a dynamic teacher who creates a relaxed and fun atmosphere in which to explore your voice.

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Everyone is welcome and bookings for this three-hour workshop is $35, contact Kathleen 5484 5258 or email sandkdennis@bordernet.com.au.

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OUR COMMUNITY Let Us Show You Our College!

in our community, and on a wider scale, our planet.

Something we at Good Shepherd value greatly.”

A wide range of extra-curricular activities tempt students to become involved, renowned Netball and Tennis Academies, annual College musicals and “Tournament of Minds” participation are just a sampling of what’s available.

Getting to school each day is easy on one of the College owned bus runs that service the Kenilworth, Pomona, Cooroy and Eumundi areas.

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ood Shepherd Lutheran College’s Open Day is coming up on Tuesday 18 May. This informative, fun day provides students and their families with a convenient opportunity to investigate first-hand what Good Shepherd has to offer them in particular.

Good Shepherd is a K-12 coeducational Christian College that prides itself on providing an “Education with Verve” (vigor, spirit and energy). The College will be celebrating its 25th year of operation in 2011, having begun as a small Primary school on the site of the old Noosa DriveIn; the campus has undergone a massive transformation over the years. The most recent additions being, the Early Learning Centre and Library Resource Centre that are both approaching completion mid 2010, and will further add to the College’s impressive range of facilities already available to students.

Good Shepherd Lutheran College prides itself on offering a dynamic, comprehensive education that encourages each individual to do their best and thrive as members of the College community.

An exciting addition to a GSLC education has been the College’s move into the International Baccalaureate program, with its recognition as a Candidate School in 2010. This highly regarded program provides educational experiences that help students develop the knowledge, attitudes, creativity and skills required to effectively participate in their changing world. Students benefit from the IB program’s attributes of interdisciplinary learning, connecting subjects to the real world and the encouragement of critical and reflective thinking.

GSLC has also gone one step further with the implementation of the government’s laptop initiative in 2010. In addition to the Year 9 and 10 Laptops programs run by many schools, GSLC has extended this to incorporate our Year 6 students, further enhancing its innovative curriculum.

College Principal, Mr John Mason feels, “The Candidacy status of the College with the International Baccalaureate program alongside other long standing programs such as our Year 6 and Year 10 Googa outdoor education experiences, contributes to the development of both locally and internationally minded graduates who recognise the importance of their contribution and place

Open Day 2010 affords prospective families the chance to meet GSLC’s dedicated staff, get a sense of the nurturing community that is GSLC and find out just what this great College has to offer your child.

See you Tuesday 18 May at one of the two convenient session times: 9am -11am or 3.30pm – 5.30pm.

Good Shepherd Lutheran College, a school where students thrive because teachers care.

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KENILWORTH Anzac Day in Kenilworth

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ots of preparations went into this years commemorations and many thanks to all involved on the day, including our very special guest Major Ian McNab (Officer Commanding The Reserve Forces - 9th Battalion Queensland Regiment), who took the salute and gave a sterling, stirring and thought-provoking address.

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nder brilliant sunny sky with a few puffy white clouds, the Kenilworth Anzac Day service was held at the War Memorial at the Community Hall, with Jim McKillop as chairperson, and Major Ian McNab, Officer Commanding the Reserve Response Force 9th Battalion – Queensland Regiment as guest speaker.

Every year, the younger students from Kenilworth Community College have an exhibition of paintings at the service, while those from the Senior School have a competition to write a letter home from the trenches of Gallipolli. This year’s winner, Hugh Anstey, read his letter to the assembled crowd. This is his letter.

A LETTER FROM THE GALLIPOLI FRONT Hugh Anstey, Year 6, Kenilworth State Community College.

Dear Mum and Dad, As I am writing this letter, I am sitting in a trench looking over the horizon where lifeless bodies lie on the beach, and grenades and bullets have disfigured the landscape.

The Turks were waiting for us and had the uphill advantage, making their odds of winning almost certain. As soon as I arrived, I knew that this place wouldn’t be an adventure but a hell hole. On the boats, a rain of bullets and shrapnel showered down on us and tongues of flames were viewed on the hillside.

Our Commander wouldn’t get his hands dirty to save his life, and his tactics were as bad as his shot.

The rations of food are terrible. The bully beef, stale biscuits and salty bacon are the only meals we have.

The smell is enough to make you vomit. Imagine the farm, times one hundred. The smoke from the guns and grenades is dense and hard to breathe in.

These ANZAC commemorations would not have been possible without the help and organisation of the Kenilworth Memorial Hall Committee and the Kenilworth State Community College. A special thanks to the Memorial Hall groundsman who cleaned-up the grounds so well for us.

A huge thank you and appreciation from all RSL members to Kenilworth Bowls Club for their constant support of Kenilworth ANZAC Day with sponsored advertising, after parade social bowls, two up comps and donating all proceeds to Legacy.

Sadly and with sincere apology we were unable to attend due to ANZAC commitments in neighbouring towns and will do our best to rectify any schedule conflict next year.

There was a big turnout at Cooroy and it seemed the entire township was there with three and four deep along the whole parade route.

Hope everyone enjoyed the Anzac biscuits and for those who took a copy of the “Ode to the Unknown Soldier” thank you also and if you have children, please explain the content to them and the reasons we commemorate our special day of ANZAC. We sincerely thank those citizens who did stay to cheer us on and look forward to more support next year in 2011.

Branch secretary, Chas Morris, has been informed our official status as sub-branch will become a reality very soon so next year will be special, and mark our first ANZAC Day parade officially as Kenilworth R.S.L. Sub-Branch and Citizens Memorial League.

Overall we gained a few more volunteers who we hope will officially join the Kenilworth Sub-Branch in the future, so a warm welcome and reminder that our meetings are the second Monday of the month.

LEST WE FORGET Peter (Possum) Adams Interim-Vice President Kenilworth R.S.L. SubBranch & Citizens Memorial League

I am lucky to only have a cut down my leg. Lots of people here have lost limbs and some their lives.

I wish I was back home among the gum trees and macadamia nuts.

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KENILWORTH Kenilworth State Community College Remembers the ANZACS

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here was silence around the college grounds on Friday 23 April as the Kenilworth State Community College held a special parade to commemorate ANZAC Day. As usual, the year 7 leaders led parade and welcomed special guests from our RSL: Mr Jim Mckillop, Mr Dale Ainsworth, Mr Peter Adams and Mr and Mrs Lloyd and Barb Campbell.

The student leaders addressed the assembly telling of the significance and importance of Anzac Day. College principal, Sue Brieshke, told the audience that it was a day of respect and remembrance.

The year 5/6/7 class had all written letters depicting life at Gallipoli in 1915 and a selection of these were read out as part of the day’s proceedings. The rest of the school had read books and created paintings and drawings which were proudly on display.

The students and teachers had also made a special wreath for the occasion, and this was laid at the end of proceedings.

Special thanks to our RSL visitors for helping our college community commemorate ANZAC Day.

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ess Mc Farland and Tim Engle got married on Saturday 1 May in Kenilworth. Both Jess and Timmy have lived in Kenilworth all their lives, Jess moved here when she was two and Timmy was born and bred in Kenilworth.

Pictured with them are from left to right: Adam Engle, Jess McFarland the bride, Tim Engle the groom, Leanne Engle the groom’s mum and the bride’s father Hal McFarland.

Kenilworth Pony Club NEWS

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enilworth Pony Club held its Inaugural Hack Day on Saturday 17 April. The event was a success with the weather being kind with only a few brief showers throughout the morning.

Clubs from all over the coast and hinterland attended with over 30 riders participating. Our judges, Phillippa Harcourt, Caroline Ball and Vicki English kindly donated their valuable time to judge some 40 classes. Major awards being: • Smartest on Parade won by Chloe McNamarra from Buderim Pony Club.

• Champion Rider won by Kayla Wheeler also from Buderim.

• Supreme Champion going to Angelene Ward from Eumundi Pony Club.

A big thank you to all our sponsors, Camelon IT for the trophies, Sandale Saddlery for the Supreme Champion Rug and Maleny Vet Services for the Sashes and Rosettes. Thank you to the community, friends, families and businesses who generously donated items for a multi-draw raffle with the major prize being from K & K Reibel Seafood Tin Can Bay won by Sam Cherry of Maleny.

The inaugural Hack Day was such a success that we will endeavour to make it an annual event.

Sunday 18 April saw the grey skies continue however no rainfall for our Oldies Day. Luckily for us there were no other falls. A contingent of 20 riders competed across ten events in the five groups with trophies being awarded to: • Raw Beginners - 1st Linda McClay; 2nd Merle Law • Beginners - 1st Peri Lee, 2nd Glen Boon, 3rd Julie Morris, 4th Heather Reardon • Novice - 1st Bee Smith, 2nd Helen Ainsworth, 3rd Sonia Law, 4th Karen Haynes • Capable - 1st Leasa Abell, 2nd Robyn Dibble, 3rd Annette Burrough, 4th Rebecca Sluyter • Experienced - 1st Damien Turner-Jones, 2nd Julie Hewitt, 3rd Joelene Thorburn, 4th Dave Anderson It was great to see some of our local riders getting out and having a go at these events. The sight of local endurance competitor, Dave Anderson, jumping his son’s beloved horse was a sight to be seen. If they decided to switch disciplines they’d do well in showjumping! The other great sight was Merle Law being led by her grand-daughter through the events, being only the fifth time on a horse, amongst much laughing they trotted through events to place 2nd overall.

Our annual Gymkhana, will be held on Sunday 16 May from 9am. If you are interested in helping out or you would like to sponsor an event or age group please contact Sonia Law on 5446 0615 or Craig Lisett on 5447 0178.

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Kenilworth Bakery and Kenilworth History

he building in which the Kenilworth Bakery now stands is one of the tangible links to the history of Kenilworth township. When the young Arthur Tanner opened his General Store in the building on January 2 1924 it is doubtful that he would have considered that he would play a huge part in the establishment and development of the district.

An international study some years ago, investigating the survival of rural communities, found 20 important characteristics needed by residents for their country area to continue to exist: 1. Evidence of community pride 2. Emphasis on quality in business and community life 3. Willingness to invest in the future 4 Participatory approach to community decision-making 5. Cooperative community spirit 6. Realistic appraisal of future opportunities 7. Awareness of competitive positioning 8. Knowledge of the physical environment 9. Active economic development program 10. Deliberate transition of power to a younger generation of leaders 11. Acceptance of women in leadership roles 12. Strong belief in and support of education 13. Problem-solving approach to providing health care 14. Strong multi -generational family orientation 15. Strong presence of traditional institutions that are integral to community life 16. Sound and well-maintained infrastructure 17. Careful use of fiscal resources 18. Sophisticated use of information resources 19. Willingness to seek help from the outside 20. Conviction that, in the long run, you have to do it yourself.

For the struggling township of Kenilworth to survive in the 1920’s the community had to embrace such ideals. What did Arthur Tanner contribute?

1. He represented the district in sporting teams – tennis and soccer (community pride) 2. He provided quality service over many years 3. He invested in the future by building a second larger business complex in 1929 4. In April 1939 he was elected as Councillor for Division 1 of Maroochy Shire. He held that position until 1952. (participatory approach to decision making) 5. He donated the land upon which the Masonic Lodge was built (co-operative community spirit) To name but a few of his contributions.

This level of community spirit seemed to be associated with the Bakery building. In 1930 Trimble Brothers purchased and converted the General Store into a bakery – extending the building to include the brick, wood fired ovens. It was then purchased by brothers Greg and Walt Walker. Walter was known to everyone as “Wock”. Among other services contributed to the Kenilworth community Wock donated the land for the community church built by the OPD’s (other Protestant Denominations – to use a military term) in 1939. The building was established in the manner of St Matthews and St John Bosco - by fund raising, donation and volunteer labour - but because the land was donated to the Baptist Union it was named the Baptist Church.

The next owner Lammie Beattie had already contributed to the co-operative community spirit prior to purchasing the business in 1946-47 with the organising of the first Kenilworth Rodeo in aid of the Patriotic Fund in 1941.

Lammie also planted trees alongside a number of the roads on his delivery route - the beautiful Jacarandas in the drive to Little Yabba Creek - which were unfortunately removed when the road was most recently widened and alongside Coolabine Road.

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.

Kenilworth history and community spirit has been long associated with the Kenilworth Bakery Building - whilst we cannot live in the past - all communities may profit from the knowledge of the contributions of earlier generations and the co-operative and selfless nature of the population.

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth & District Historical Association

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KENILWORTH Kenilworth Bakery THEN AND NOW

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urther to the previous article on the re-opening of the historic bakery building in Kenilworth I would like to express the appreciation of the Kenilworth and District Historical Association to the new owners for the manner in which they have preserved the historic aspects of the building which began as A.E. Tanners General Store on January 2 1924.

The original building was small and ended in front of where the brick ovens were later built Arthur Tanner conducted his business at this site until 1929 when he moved “up the hill” to much larger premises on the site of the present Friendly Grocer store.

In 1930 Trimble Brothers established a bakery in the extended building. This business was purchased by brothers Greg and Walt Walker - with Greg running the Kenilworth Bakery and his brother managing the Maleny branch. Mr Allardice, the pastry and cake cook from Maleny also worked at the Kenilworth business, during this period.

Edna Purdon began work in the bakery, for the Walker brothers, as a 14 year old in 1932 and was able to detail much of this early history. The bakery was then purchased by a Mr and Mrs Gordon and in 1946-47 the baker I remember most throughout my childhood Roy Victor Lamington (Lammie) Beattie bought the business and remained until 196970. His daughter Jean Sandell has been able to fill in the missing links in this line of succession. Joe Wardrop managed the business during the interim until Ellis Minter bought the business in 1972, finally relinquishing the reins in 2009 to Joe and Francesca.

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth & District Historical Association

Do you know how to construct and erect a post and rail fence?

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sing common sense and plenty of muscle, Blair Meldrum, Clem Hassall, John Rodwell and Shane Smith found out on Sunday 21 October with, it has to be acknowledged, some constructive comments from their respective wives. Thankfully the posts and rails had been cut previously - in fact over 100 years ago - so all that it required was to have the post holes dug (per generosity of John Rodwell), and the fence raised.

The completed section, comprising three posts and four rails, can be seen at the front of the Kenilworth Historical Museum.

There is a historical aspect associated with the fence, because it came from the original fence which surrounded the grounds of the first Kenilworth Provisional School which opened on the hill above the junction of the Mary River and Gheerulla Creek in 1900. The choice of site high on the hill was heavily influenced by the memories of the flood of 1898.

Another bit of history was also created by the Historical Association recently when a mock-up of the first store in Kenilworth, owned and run by Arthur Tanner in 1924, was constructed within the top, and original Museum building.

The store has been recreated as faithfully as possible thanks to hard work by the Management Committee, with some items on display generously donated or loaned by local residents. The store displays a mix of goods which would have been available in the original store. The history of the store and its owners is also displayed and may be seen every Sunday between 10am and 2pm.

Blair Meldrum Secretary Kenilworth and District Historical Assn Inc.

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COOROY QUEENSLAND FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY AT CNGHRG

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Seminar Day will be held on Saturday 22 May by Cooroy Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group. Starting at 9am, Ann Swain will give a talk on Scottish History and Research, followed after lunch by Sue Reid on the subject “Writing your family history”. Ann and Sue are members of the Queensland Family History Society in Brisbane.

A charge of $20 includes morning tea and lunch, the event will be held at the research room, 41 Miva Street, Cooroy. Bookings essential on 5442 5570 or write to PO Box 792, Cooroy, 4563.

Ros Higginson Cooroy Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group Inc.

Ghostly encounters at Cooroy’s historic boilerhouse and kilns opening

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fter extensive restoration works, the historic Cooroy Lower Mill Boilerhouse and kilns will officially open to the public on Sunday 23 May at 11.30am as a heritage interpretive centre and woodworking component of the precinct.

The general public is invited to attend the official opening and enjoy the entertainment, woodworking demonstrations, self-guided tours and a light lunch.

The heritage listed area includes the restoration of the buildings, relocation of the Cooroora Woodworker’s clubhouse and an interactive self guided tour. The area has also been landscaped and includes a public artwork involving a series of ceramic mosaics set into a background of aged railway timbers.

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During the restoration works, a ghostly entity was aroused and is now in permanent residence. A former mill worker and rock and roll enthusiast, Roy from Cooroy is a very sociable chap and delights in appearing to the crowds to sing and tell them all about the process of drying timber.

Roy is guaranteed to materialise to every visitor and his performance is complemented by a series of information panels and a soundscape demonstrating how the mill sounded when it was in operation.

We were introduced to a variety of colourful Australian parrots and told a little about their lives and habitat.

Chairperson of the Cooroy Lower Mill Board, Carol Christensen, said it was a great achievement for the Sunshine Coast Council and the Board.

Probus Club of Cooroy outing to Parrots in Paradise he Probus Club of Cooroy chose the Glasshouse Mountains as the venue for their April outing.

A morning visit to “Parrots in Paradise” proved both entertaining and informative.

These birds delighted in showing their audience a series of well rehearsed tricks proving that parrots really do have a degree of intelligence - about that of a five year old human.

“We are so pleased to be able to see this important iconic landmark being used as an attraction that enhances the town and highlights our rich pioneering heritage,” she said. “And we’ve managed to attract our very own ghost which shows people are dying to visit.”

An enjoyable luncheon at the Glasshouse Mountain Tavern rounded off an interesting days outing.

“The Cooroy Lower Mill Site boilerhouse and kilns are heritage listed and this project raises awareness of the history of the hinterland town of Corooy which was founded on the timber industry,” he said.

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Councillor Lew Brennan, said the end result was great for locals and tourism.

The renovation of the site was funded by Sunshine Coast Council, AusIndustry contributed $100,000 through the Australian Tourism Development Program, local company Ri-con Contractors Pty Ltd committed over $40,000 in inkind support and the Coorooora Woodworkers contributed their time and efforts to fitting out the kilns.

The funding enabled the refurbishment of the kilns to be used for woodworking activities by the Cooroora Woodworkers and the refurbishment of the sawmill boilerhouse as an heritage interpretation centre including interpretive panels, Pepper’s Ghost (an old theatrical trick which has been adapted to make a video appear as a ghost), soundscape, artifacts, public artwork and landscaping.

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MARY VALLEY he Commonwealth, State and Territory ministers have recently agreed to raise the minimum requirements from five Star to six Star in BSA 2010. The States and Territories have undertaken to implement the residential standards no later than May 2011.

On March 25, State Planning and Infrastructure Minister Stirling Hinchliffe announced that Queensland will be moving to six star energy efficiency requirements on new homes from 1 May 2010. HIA expressed its concerns to the minister about the lack of notice that the Government was providing and indicated that we had repeatedly asked for at least six months notice of such significant changes.

Although the Minister acknowledged our objections, he stated that the matter would need to press ahead. It would appear that the government’s timetable has been set to fulfill an election promise made earlier by Premier Anna Bligh.

Building Codes Queensland has indicated their intention to keep the one Star bonus for a useable outdoor area as a variation under the QDC meaning six Star could be achieved with the house achieving five Star rating plus the outdoor area. Building Codes has also indicated their intention to keep the current energy efficient lighting requirements (80%) as a variation to the new BCA requirements.

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ANZAC DAY IN THE MARY VALLEY

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he 95th Anniversary of Anzac was celebrated at Kandanga this year. The dawn service was well attended with 170-200 people.

The day service was also very well attended with Warren Truss MP marching and attending the Mary Valley RSL Sub-Branch luncheon. Also marching proudly were Mary Valley College, Kandanga State School and Amamoor State School, Gympie Caledonian Pipe Band, citizens and Blackall Range Car Club (transportation for the veterans).

There were also two horses ridden by Shawn Bennett and Kathy Kunst in the march. All in all the day was well attended and showed that the younger generation of today remember and honour our fallen heroes.

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edicated Mary River campaigners braved the rain and turned out for the 4th annual Save the Mary Flotilla on Saturday 24 April, marking four years since the proposal to dam the Mary River. This year’s flotilla was different though since the proposal was successfully overturned last year, paddlers were able to reflect on the monumental achievements of the campaign and soak up the serenity of the Mary River.

That same afternoon saw the launch of the “Shade for Mary” project with a symbolic tree planting on the riverbanks at Traveston Crossing. In what resembled a “Stream-bank Blitz”, about a thousand native riparian plants were planted in a few hours downstream of the Traveston Crossing Bridge. These were grown locally by the community with the seed collected just after the “No Dam” decision in November 2009. These plants mark a significant act of riverbank rehabilitation, and will be a long term tribute to the fight to save the Mary River.

This continued the community planting of a riparian corridor planted upstream of the new bridge in 2001 after Cooloola Council stabilised the toe of the eroding streambank with rock.

Save the Mary River Coordinating Group president Glenda Pickersgill said that through hard work and perseverance, we overturned that dam proposal and now looked forward to working with Minister Garrett and his department on any plan to develop a regional recovery plan for the unique species and ecosystem of the Mary River.

“It is only through involvement and consultation with the community that this plan will have the best on-ground outcomes” Ms Pickersgill said.

“Meanwhile the Qld Water Commission is still targeting a “strategic reserve” of 150,000ML/yr in state legislation under the Mary Basin Water Resource Plan even through it has been shown through federal assessment that 70,000ML/ yr (proposed to be taken by the Traveston Crossing Dam) cannot be taken without causing significant impact on nationally protected species in the Mary River.”

“The current Mary Basin Water Resource Plan is not community endorsed, does not meet the National Water Initiative nor protect the Mary River and Mary Estuary ecosystems. It should simply be done again properly.”

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MARY VALLEY Obi Obi Road closed for safety following landslip

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bi Obi Road at Kenilworth between Coolabine and Hunsley roads has been closed for the safety of motorists after a landslip on 29 April.

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Department of Transport and Main Roads Regional Director Dennis Tennant said investigations into the landslip, which occurred about three kilometres south of Coolabine Road, were underway.

After some catch up chat a few members showed us images they had of their families on their mobile phones, in their wallet and on their cameras.

“The safety of road users is our number one priority and the road will remain closed until investigations and repair works have taken place,” Mr Tennant said.

“The good news is all residents in the area are able to access their properties.

“The landslip area is currently being assessed to determine the extent of damage and what repair works will be needed.

“There is still movement occurring and the potential for the condition of the slope to further deteriorate, so investigations are proceeding with caution.

“I thank motorists for their patience during the closure period and assure them we are working as quickly as possible to minimise the impact on the community.”

Road closure signs have been placed at Coolabine and Hunsley roads. Alternate routes are available along Maleny - Kenilworth Road and Eumundi - Kenilworth Road.

Up-to-date information is available on the 13 19 40 traffic hotline and at www.131940.qld.gov.au Updates will be provided to the community as investigations continue.

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST The Obi Obi and Kidaman Creek Community District Hall Inc is seeking expressions of interest from registered building contractors, to tender for the renovation of the Obi Obi Hall. The works include, repair of the existing 96 year old, 160sqm, timber framed, iron roofed, hall building: and a 60sqm addition of toilets, kitchen and disabled ramp.

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n Tuesday night 20 April the Mary Valley Photography Club had a new budding photographer come along to this months practical lesson which revolved around portrait and family photography.

It just showed us that this is one of the most commonly portrayed types of photography.

We looked at a good number of portraiture style, personal imagery and family photos from the internet. Some were serious and professional looking, and others were quite funny. It shows that although some of the basic rules of photography did improve the photographs, completely different concepts and approaches enhanced others.

Some of the styles and techniques we studied were eye contact, no eye contact, depth of field focus and wide focus, different framing of the whole picture styles, half profile, upper torso, side profile, rule of thirds, different altitude angles, just to name a few.

The group started out by adjusting their cameras to take a depth of field image using different toys. After a while they tried their hand at using the same techniques under dimly lit conditions and then we moved onto taking photographs of other members.

As you can see from the images the group had fun trying out different techniques to enhance their everyday personal photography.

The Mary Valley Photography Club will meet again on Tuesday 8 June, 7pm. Questions and answers then lesson, Scenery and Day Exposure Photography.

Sunday 20 June, 8am - 12noon, Noosa National Park, Beach, Surf, Coastal photography.

For any queries, please contact Brett Watson on 0429 118 152 or 07 5484 5455 or email maryvalleyphotographyclub@gmail.com or visit the website: www.maryvalleyphotographyclub.com Brett Watson Photo supplied by Peter Grogan

OUR COMMUNITY IMBIL RED CROSS BALL Imbil T ickets are selling fast for Imbil gala ball. Imbil students will be able to celebrate their achievements this year at the inaugural Year 10 presentation ball on May 29.

Imbil District Red Cross Ball Committee has planned the gala event to be held at the multi-purpose centre at Mary Valley State College, Yabba Road, Imbil from 7pm til midnight.

Before being presented at the ball, the students will be given a series of classes on the following topics: social etiquette, deportment, grooming, goal setting, and ballroom dancing.

The evening promises a night of fine dining with a threecourse dinner, great entertainment with the Sunshine Swing Band and of course, great company.

Whether your own teenager is a Year 10 student, you know one of the students being presented, or you simply want to enjoy a wonderful night out and encourage our local young people, this is a chance to dress up and step out in Imbil.

The Red Cross Ball Committee looks forward to the support of the valley community to ensure that this event is a night to be remembered. Tickets are $50 only. Inquiries and bookings to Cheryl O’Dwyer on 5446 0244.

7.30pm on the Friday evening of May 21. Light supper will be served after the concert. The second concert is at the usual time of Sunday 23 May 2.30pm, with afternoon tea, after the performance.

Tickets ($15, or $12 concession) can be pre-purchased from choir members. For more details please call Roger on 5478 6339 or Christine on 5441 4211.

Last October we sold out on the Sunday, so a prepurchased ticket will guarantee you a seat.

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Any resident living in and around Belli Park, male or female, are encouraged to attend their upcoming information night to be held on Tuesday, June 1 at 7pm.

The meeting will be held at the Fire Station located next to the Belli Hall on the Eumundi Kenilworth Road.

To book, or for further information, please contact the First Officer, Mr Phil Higgs on 5447 0025.

Mapleton Community Choir A Tribute to the Celts

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s the autumn days close in and the evenings are getting chilly, up in the “highlands” of the Blackall Range, thoughts turn to the old country.

Always in tune with the season, Mapleton Choir has put together a charming concert entitled “A Tribute to the Celts”.

The concert features timeless Celtic classics including Danny Boy, Men of Harlech and My Wild Irish Rose, to name a few. Audiences will also hear some exciting new works, including the Australian premiere of The Cloud, based on a poem by Shelley, and round out with some rollicking tunes from the evergreen Brigadoon.

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OUR COMMUNITY Celebration of Renewed Hope Calling the Mary Valley Communities to Unite

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oncerned residents of the Mary Valley have been meeting to foster the rebuilding process needed in our community since the announcement by Peter Garrett that the Proposed Traveston Dam would not go ahead. The visits of Peter Kenyon have been the injection of hope needed to helping crystallise this process.

Whilst our communities are painfully aware of the losses, frustrations and uncertainty we all face, in a wonderful way we have also discovered that we still have much potential for a better future. The battle to save the Mary has demonstrated many strengths and an incredible character in working together to retain what we have.

There is no doubt we cannot go back to what we were but we have a unique opportunity to go forward to create a future that generations to come will be proud of.

Churches of the Mary Valley, who have been continually praying for the welfare of the valley since Peter Beattie’s announcement, believe that the time is right for us to affirm what we have done and what we hope to achieve as a community. This is why for the 30th May, we are calling the local community and supporters to unite in a “Celebration of Renewed Hope.” We are aware that the 31st May is the deadline for the government to move on revealing what plans they have generated for the land they have purchased but we want to declare that our future is not “all in their hands.”

We are planning for a time of great celebration and thanksgiving, music and song, prayer and hope, love and laughter. Afterwards, there will be a free BBQ and time for a chat.

We look forward to people from all areas and especially our beloved Mary Valley joining us for this occasion. It will be held on Sunday, May 30th , 3.00 pm in the Kandanga Public Hall.

All are welcome to help us declare, “We have a good future together!”.

The more that come the better we can celebrate our strength, so come and be encouraged!

Enquiries Contact Rev. Iain Watt on 07 5488 6752 or 0438 843 267.

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ocal UQ double degree student, Andrea Schulz from Imbil area, who featured on MVVoice 24 February front cover, won both Miss Gympie Showgirl and Miss Charity Showgirl crowns at last month’s Gympie show ball and will now go on to North Coast Regional Showgirl judging in July.

Andrea raised $12,000 out of a total of $24,000 and she would like to thank all involved in holding the successful Working Cattle Dog Trials weekend at Widgee which was the main contributor to her final amount raised. (Photos in next MVV 26 May issue and on behalf of the Mary Valley communities we wish her the best of luck and congratulations on a job well done).

Every year the Gympie District Show Society strive to put on one of the largest regional shows in Queensland.

From all over Australia people come to exhibit and experience everything great within the Gympie District and beyond. There is always a diverse range of entertainment for all ages to enjoy and an overwhelming amount of things to encounter.

Over the past 122 years the Gympie District Show has evolved into a great family event and a yearly ritual. With the fireworks on Thursday, Peoples Day and the Grand Parade on Friday and Saturdays Rodeo, there is always something to enjoy.

The exhibits at the show are always first class. The number of cattle shown is second only to Brisbane with strong competitions year after year. The horse events in the ring host showjumping and various breed events including a Stockmans Challenge. Each year judges are overwhelmed with the quality of workmanship delivered in the Pavilion in all the various sections including Arts and Craft, Household and Photography.

The Pavilion has a variety of market stalls to browse or buy and it is an opportunity to ask and learn from experienced agri-business people. For example, there will be an Apiculture (beekeeping) display with the Craig family going all out to highlight the benefits and value of keeping honey bees and their hives happy and easy to manage.

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isions in Photography is a joint exhibition of two local talents Birgit Kehr and Peter Farkas showcasing their collection of works.

It will be held from the 15 May until the 20 June 2010 at the Pomona Railway Gallery. Please join us for the opening on Saturday 15 May at 3o’clock at the gallery. Cheese and wine will be provided.

Peter Farkas Peter has a long history in photography. He has worked in the photographic industry for 35 years, first in retail with some studio work, then as a professional photographer with the NT Department of Education as the Department’s Senior photographer. He then worked 13 years with the Department of Health as the Clinical Photographer at Royal Darwin Hospital.

During his latter years at Royal Darwin Hospital Peter needed to get away from the constant photography. He was on call twenty-four hours a day and the work was full on so to speak. To help him relax he took up woodturning and sculpting, a craft he felt his photographic background really helped him to develop.

In 2006 Peter and his wife decided that 29 years at the hospital and in the Northern Territory was enough. They moved to the wonderful Hinterland of the Sunshine Coast and have never looked back.

“After four years of being away from the camera I now feel a calling to once again take up my camera and pursue photography.”

Birgit Kehr Birgit chose photography as medium to create a more meaningful purpose in life. She uses her photography skills to help the community cover events, functions, weddings or other social gatherings. Her recent achievements: • Kenilworth – A photo essay on a hidden town - (Book publication 2004).

• Kenilworth through the Generations - (Calendar Production).

• Three Awards for OPSO 2009 (Older People Speak Out).

• Two National Awards - National People choice award and the National Intergenerational Journalism – Print, electronic or Photo Award.

• One Award Queensland Intergenerational Journalism-Print, Electronic or Photo Award.

• Silver Award – People and Portrait – International Aperture Awards 2009.

• Two bronze - People and Portrait – International Aperture Awards 2009.

Birgit has a Diploma in Photography and is currently doing a degree in Graphic Design and Communication.

Local Markets COORAN 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 8 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: Kathryn 5494 4725 Eumundi Markets Every Wednesday 8 am – 1.30 pm Every Saturday 6.30 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5442 7106 GYMPIE MUSEUM Markets At the Duckponds every 1st & 3rd Sunday GYMPIE SOUTHSIDE Markets Every 2nd & 4th Sunday IMBIL SUNDAY MarketS Operated by Imbil Mary Valley Boy Scouts Assn.

Every Sunday 8 am – 2 pm Mary Valley Rattler steam train arrives at noon Stall enquiries: 5484 5109 KANDANGA STATION MARKETS Wednesday & Sunday 10.30 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: 5484 3382 KENILWORTH COMMUNITY MARKET Every 3rd Saturday at CWA Hall 7am till mid-afternoon Evira White: 5446 0208 MALENY HANDCRAFTS MARKETS Community Hall Maleny Sundays 8 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5445 7911 or 0418 733 013 Noosa Farmers Market Noosa AFL grounds, 155 Weyba Rd Noosaville 2nd & 4th Sunday month Stall enquiries: 0418 769 374 Noosa Harbour Markets Noosa Harbour Marina, Noosaville Every Sunday 8 am – 2 pm Stall enquiries: 5473 0166 PEREGIAN BEACH Markets Kingfisher Drive Peregian Beach 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday month, 7 am – 12.30 pm Stall enquiries: 5448 1728 or 0428 190 055 Pomona Country Markets Stan Topper Park, Pomona 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month 6.30 am – 12 noon Stall enquiries: Alwyn Beresford 5485 1634 YANDINA Markets Yandina Sportsground Every Saturday 6 am – 1 pm

Photo above left by Peter Farkas “Silhouette 1”

NOTE: If you have any alterations to this guide, please email the editor maryvalleyvoice@aanet.com.au

Photo right by Birgit Kehr “Bonding”

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OUR COMMUNITY Wellington’s way

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ave a say on daylight saving In Parliament I put forward a Private Member’s Bill calling for a referendum on daylight saving to be held at the next State election.

I am not advocating for or against daylight saving, I am simply calling for a referendum so that the people of Queensland have a vote, not the politicians. This is not my decision it is yours – I have survey forms in my office in Currie Street, Nambour, for people to complete if they would like to put forward their views to the Government before a referendum or daylight saving trial is debated in parliament.

In 1998 I introduced my Citizens Initiated Referendum Bill, which was aimed at giving the citizens of Queensland an opportunity to have a greater say on issues of concern.

Although the major parties did not share my passion on CIR, I remain a strong believer in allowing the voters to have a say on contentious issues.

I have put the daylight saving issue out there so that Queenslanders can have a say and let their State Members know how they feel. Far too often I hear the community, rightfully complaining, that they were not consulted. The sale of Queensland public assets and the scrapping of the fuel subsidy scheme are prime examples of this.

I will present completed survey forms to the Parliament during the next sittings from May 17.

Review of Local Government electoral system The State Government is currently reviewing local government electoral systems, including how local government councillors are elected. Currently our councils are divided into divisions and councillors are elected by the people living in those divisions, and the Mayor is elected from the whole of the shire. The review will investigate, amongst a range of other things, whether there should be a change to this election method.

gov.au/ljsc, or send your comments to The Research Director, Law, Justice and Safety Committee, Parliament House, Brisbane 4000.

Walk with Kenilworth College students I’ll be taking a walk back in time on Friday 7 May, when I join the Kenilworth College students’ Walk Safely to School Day. The National Walk to School Day, to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for kids, coincides with Kenilworth’s weekly parade day, so I will be taking advantage of the walking visit, by presenting the school with a Queensland Flag and a mandarin tree for the school garden.

The Walk will kick off at Porters at 8.15am if local residents want to encourage the parade of students.

Meet me in Cooroy I will be holding my next Cooroy meeting in the Cooroy RSL boardroom on Thursday 27 May from 10am.

Anyone can ring my office in Nambour on 5441 6933 to organise an appointment.

Tea anyone?

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he Sunshine Coast Community Hospice held a “Tea Party” for invited guests at Katie Rose Cottage in Doonan recently to launch their latest fundraising venture.

The idea is to hold a tea party for six or more friends, charge them $5 each and donate the proceeds to the Hospice charity.

A kit containing invitations and a guide to possible themes, raffles and games is available from the Hospice or by telephoning 5478 8153 or 0449 879 358.

I believe it’s important that the current system be retained. If the current election system is changed so that councillors are elected from the whole of the shire, I believe it will be very expensive and difficult for candidates to be elected as independents. This change would also lead to the practice of bringing party politics into Local Government.

I believe this is an important matter, and I invite anyone with views on this issue to make comment in writing to the Law, Justice and Safety Committee, which is currently carrying out the review. For more information about making submissions to this committee, visit www.parliament.qld.

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Attention to detail has been taken with this quality four bedroom timber home situated on five acres with tranquil creek running on the rear boundary. Polished floor boards, high ceilings, two-pac cupboards as well as imported granite featured throughout the home.

Italian appliances complement the well appointed open plan kitchen with a sit down breakfast bar. All of the bedrooms are carpeted, have built-in robes and ceiling fans. Herb boxes and a veggie garden are close by. Large French doors open onto the wide verandah, from all rooms.

Enjoy Alfresco dining and take in the beautiful rural easterly views overlooking the Bluff.

There is also an 18m x 8m x 2.75m garage with large enclosed workshop area. A bonus here is the self contained rustic air conditioned studio with covered porch area. The home is constructed of Gympie Messmate, Cypress Pine and Merbau timbers and located 10 minutes north of Kenilworth. Inspect this stylish home plus studio, all on very manageable acreage.

Kenilworth $268,000

$299,000

BOOLOUMBA CREEK FARM - CAMBROON - 320 ACRES

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Aspiring to become a farmer? Imagine bringing the family ‘up on the farm’. ‘Booloumba Creek Downs’ offers 320 acres ready to go, on Booloumba Creek! This property features a four bedroom original Queenslander and a two bedroom worker’s cottage. Both homes are air-cond with renovated kitchens and open plan design. All infrastructure incl. DLUG, cattle yards, covered crush, stables and bails plus three sheds with 3-phase power. 260 acres is high quality grazing land with the balance being mostly treed land. There are 10 paddocks, all with good fencing and all with troughs. No problems with water - Booloumba Creek frontage, stock pumping from the creek, two dams and a bore pumping 500 gallons per hour.

Two homes & all infrastructure $1,850,000

Four bedroom quality home set on five acres

$592,000

RENTALS CURRENTLY AVAIL. IMBIL – $225 pw. Elevated position, two bedroom home with sleepout, timber floors, large living rooms.

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

KENILWORTH – $265 pw. Three bedroom high set timber home walking distance to school and shops, built-in robes, open plan living.

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

KENILWORTH – $270 pw. Three bedroom timber home, spacious family room, walking distance to school and shops, single car accom.

KENILWORTH – $335 pw. High-set two bedroom plus office UPSTAIRS and one bedroom fully self contained area DOWNSTAIRS. Double garage, laundry and yard area. Convenient location.

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ARE YOU A TRADIE NEEDING SPACE? – KENILWORTH

Calling all tradies! Need a 3-bay shed, without the cost of hiring one plus a home as well?

This high-set timber Queenslander has two bedrooms plus sleep-out. The kitchen, dining and lounge areas are combined, polished timber floors, high ceilings and T&G walls. Very comfortable and it is sound and solid. Downstairs is fully enclosed and property is fenced on three sides. Set on a 964m2 level block of land within walking distance to the Kenilworth township with a rural outlook, what a great opportunity this is to combine work and home?