Mary Valley Voice September 17 2014 Vol.24 No.17

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KENILWORTH the fortnight that was

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ock fetish.

When veterinarians operated on an ailing Great Dane they removed 43-1/2 socks from its stomach.

The three-year-old canine had apparently been also eating them whole.

Going for a spin. A five year-old girl was hospitalised after she was trapped in a laundromat washing machine for several minutes and spun at high speeds. The girl had extensive injuries but was expected to survive the incident. It is not known how she was trapped in the machine. “She was tumbling pretty fast in there,” a police spokesman said. I bet she was.

A woolly jumper? Shaun the Sheep, found wandering near Oatlands in Tasmania, had an estimated 25 kg (55 lb) coat, and if confirmed could shatter the world record currently held by a New Zealand sheep called Shrek. The six-year-old merino sheep had likely never been shorn in his life.

Black is black. Native to Indonesia, are completely black from comb to talon. Amazingly their feathers, eyes, beak, tongue, bones, meat and organs are all jet black. But like all rare and beautiful things these chickens come with a price tag of $2500.

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Kenilworth Swimming Pool Season 2014/2015

enilworth Swimming Pool opens for the season on Sunday 21 September. Opening hours will be 12pm - 4.30pm daily during these school holidays and on weekends, and on school days next term 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

These hours will increase as the weather warms up.

For updated opening hours please call the pool on 5446 0326, visit our Facebook page or our website www.kenilworthpool.com.au Our season pass rates are family $320, adult single $160 and child single $120, which includes entry from the September opening until the end of the Easter holidays next year. A season pass also includes school swimming for Kenilworth State Community College students. Casual admission prices are $3 for children and seniors, $4 for adults and $2 for spectators.

Thanks to support from Sunshine Coast Council we have been able to replace the water slide stairs. They look great and are a lot safer. The committee would also like to acknowledge the ongoing assistance from council and our volunteers. Without their help, our community pool would not be able to keep operating.

For parents interested in enrolling their children in learn to swim classes or squad with Felicity, please call the pool or email the committee at info@kenilworthpool.com.au

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KENILWORTH FIRST RESPONSE

he Kenilworth First Responders would like to publicly say a huge thanks to our outgoing President for this year, Linda Green. Linda is one of the founding members of Kenilworth First Response and has guided our group over many years and always puts her heart and soul into looking after the community.

As a Health Care Professional Linda has been a tremendous source of knowledge for our First Responders and this knowledge and experience has benefited so many people. Very unselfishly, Linda regularly rosters herself on and fills in those days of our monthly rosters when no one is available, quite often this is after finishing a shift where she works. Thank you Linda, you are very much appreciated by all!

Children’s swings are for children. A 15 year old teenager had to be rescued by fire crews after he got stuck in a child’s swing - for three hours - after squeezing his legs into the tiny seat. It took rescue crews 30 minutes to dismantle the swing before the embarrassed lad was finally able to go home.

Modern technology. One in three car thefts in London is now carried out by hackers, who use computer malware to take over security systems and issue remote commands for them to unlock and fire up. Sophisticated devices that unscramble key fob data allow crooks to break into cars and then programme new electronic keys to use to drive them away within ten seconds.

Hans Schinkel President

Kenilworth AUGUST 2014 First Responders

There was a total of 28 call outs for the month of August. If you are interested in joining our group, please call Hans on 5472 3569 for details.

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Kenilworth’s First Show

istoric Note:- The 1918 show was the impetus the community needed to form a Show Society, staging their first “official” show under the auspices of the P.A.H.& I. Society in 1919 and join with likeminded organisations to stage regular show events across the region.

The Chronicle (8.12.1918, p 4) Saturday last turned out a beautiful day for what has now come to be regarded as Kenilworth’s first “show”. From an early hour the usual rendez-vous, Sharry’s paddock was a hive of industry. The committee has gone to a deal of trouble lately in preparing track, hurdles, etc, for the various events, and were early on the spot giving the final touches. Visitors began to arrive early, and before the day closed, upwards of 300 paid admission to the grounds. As all children of school age and under went free, it is safe to say that the attendance numbered over 500. Many of the visitors availing themselves of the dry roads came long distances, from Imbil on the one side to as far as Kilcoy on the other. As the proceeds were to go in aid of the “Wounded Soldiers Comforts’ Fund” all help was voluntary, and it is estimated that the profits will roughly speaking reach about £65 to £70. A fruit and soft drink stall, under the supervision of Mrs and Miss Hassall did a roaring trade, helping to swell the funds considerably, and although well stocked in the morning, was denuded of the last bottle of “pop” before night.

The exhibits in what may be termed the “pavilion”, which latter was constructed of saplings and tarpaulins, although few in number, were made up for their excellence, and besides exhibits for the prize schedule, there were also a number of non-competitive exhibits. The judges in the different sections were: Horses - Mr Faircloth of Imbil; Farm section - Mr Peter Sutton; Bread and pastry - Mrs. T. Rodwell Snr of Brooloo.

The prize winners were as follow: FARM SECTION. Oaten chaff - A. McGinn 1, J.C. Hassall 2; Wheaten chaff - E. Pickering 1, J. McGinn 2; Lucerne chaff - R. Sims 1, E. Pickering 2; Mixed chaff - R. Sims 1, E. Pickering 2; Lucerne Hay - R. Sims 1, E. Pickering 2; Best bushel maize - A. McGinn 1, J. McGinn 2; Best bunch of bananas - F. Pearce 1, G. Sutton 2; Special prizes donated by W. Purdon Esq 1 cwt potatoes 10/- D. England 1, A. McGinn 2; Best collection of vegetables 10/- donated by J.C. Hassall Esq Mrs. T. White 1, Mrs Hassall 2; Best collection of bread 10/6 donated by Mrsd J.C. Hassall Mrs. F. Pearce 1, Mrs R. Sims 2. Fruit cake made by a girl under 17 years Eva Pickering 1, L. Sims 2; prize 5/- also donated by Mrs.Hassall; Fruit cake made by a single girl Miss W. Sims 1, Miss V. Pickering 2. Easay on farming by a boy under 16 years, prize 5/- donated by Mrs Hassall, E.A. Sims 1, R.H. Pickering 2.

From these humble beginnings grew the Show and Rodeo of current times. This community showing community spirit for more than 90 years.

Lenore Meldrum President Kenilworth and District Historical Assn.

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Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser, Friday 6 December 1918, page 4 Chronicle and North Coast Advertiser Friday 28 November 1919, page 5

KENILWORTH 2014 KENILWORTH RODEO AND SHOW SATURDAY 20 SEPTEMBER

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he annual outing for family and friends of Kenilworth Citizens as well as many visitors, again offers a fun day with a full program of rodeo action commencing at 10am and going through to 4.30pm.

Top National Rodeo Ass. competitors vie for the win honor and the $5050 prize money offered in this section.

Show jumping commences at 8am with 14 yrs and under AM5 with this section going through all day to the Official 1.20 AM5 event. Championship rated competitors offer a spectacular display of horsemanship and presentation.

The Show Horse ring commences 8.30am with breed classes, ridden Ponies, Galloways and Hacks.

Woodchop events commence 10am with a special event 300mm Standing block handicap offering $200 first prize. Other wood chop events include 300mm Underhand Championship and 300mm Tree Felling Handicap.

Pavilion exhibits competition with a photography section offering gift vouchers valued at $300 from Empire Art Photography for all first place getters.

Cooking class competition including a hotly contested Men Only Class for iced carrot cake.

Textile Arts has a special “Mary Fay Award” knitted garment with cable.

Stud beef cattle will be on display, an animal nursery with four displays of sheep shearing.

Bar closing time 7pm.

Programs are available in Kenilworth shops or visit www.kenilworthhall.org.au/Rodeo.htm or phone Secretary Lolie 5446 0222.

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Kenilworth Celebrates! a Weekend of Fun and more

he countdown is on for Kenilworth Celebrates!, the 17th year of this festival of arts and entertainment.

The yarnbombing efforts of a large number of local knitters and crocheters have left a layer of colour around the centre of town; the tickets for the first Kenilworth Celebrates! activity (a concert by the Sunshine Coast Orchestra at Kenilworth Homestead on Sunday 28 September) are on sale; and the 15 finalists for the $17,500 Kenilworth Painting Prize have been selected.

also display paintings, sculptures and other art entries in the Kenilworth Trophy Art Competition in the Kenilworth Hall from Saturday 4 to Saturday 11 October. The results of the art competitions will be announced at the official Exhibition opening on the evening of Friday 3 October, and on Saturday 4 October Ten Artists in Retrospect, an exhibition of the works of artists featured in past solo exhibitions, will open at St John Bosco Church.

The Weekend of Fun on 4-5 October will feature exhibits and events for the young and not-so-young, all in the picturesque environment of Kenilworth. As well as the everpopular Poets Breakfast, there will be street entertainment, live music, art and craft demonstrations and workshops happening on both days. A program of events for Kenilworth Celebrates! has been distributed in and around Kenilworth, and is also available on the Kenilworth Celebrates! website www.kenilworthcelebrates.org.au/ Everyone is welcome so head into the centre of Kenilworth on 4–5 October and join the Weekend of Fun as Kenilworth Celebrates!

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et weather in our zone in August led to a number of event cancellations. While many welcomed the much needed rain, we acknowledge the many hours spent by local clubs organising their events to then have to cancel them.

Maleny Gymkhana was cancelled on Sunday 17 August due to the wet weather. The following week, the Caloundra Showjumping and Jumping Equitation weekend (23-24 August) was cancelled due to the grounds being too wet.

Our KPC Muster was held on Saturday 30 August. Lessons were theory, flatwork and jumping and some sporting as well. For those competing at the upcoming state championships, Melissa gave advice on presentation, rider class and hack class.

Zone 6 September Certificate School Camp is coming up during the school holidays at Nambour Showgrounds from 30 September to 3 October, with testing on Saturday 4 October. It is an opportunity for riders to gain certificate qualifications in riding proficiency and horse care.

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These paintings – all created around the theme Carnival – will be part of the Kenilworth Arts Exhibition, which will

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MARY VALLEY MV COUNTRY HARVEST CO-OP AGM

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ary Valley Country Harvest Co-operative invites you to its Annual General Meeting on October 2 at Kandanga Hall from 6pm. There will naturally be a supper celebrating the fantastic range of local, seasonal food available.

The group acknowledges its first year with the launch of a Seasonal Guide for both growers and consumers informing when its best to plant or buy products grown right here in the Mary Valley.

A program of production planting is under way combining new growers and the more seasoned to increase supply for families in the region. The idea is to spread the risk by having a number of growers to supply each crop. This encourages growers to diversify and therefore support a variety of incomes rather then relying on a single crop or market.

The Harvest Summer School will also be offered again in 2015 offering new and existing small acreage farmers the opportunity to upskill, network and improve their opportunities to stay on the land and provide their own income.

Becoming a member of the co-operative offers many benefits, from sharing bulk buys to offering increased sales opportunities.

Come along to share ideas. Please RSVP for catering on 0459 225 399.

New course, new challenges for Brownwater Classic

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elebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary, this year’s Brownwater Classic at Moy Pocket saw a lively contest over a new course. At stake was the extremely prestigious and highly coveted Numabulla Cup (gold on plywood) as well as a host of other trophies for the race itself and the rock-skipping contests that follow.

Boats were crafted on-site from blackbean pods with an ingenious array of design and decorative modifications.

The shorter course saw a close finish with one of the early leaders coming to premature demise on an in-course snag. The finish was so close that a camera would have proven useful as the Commodore had some confusion with the craft finishing thick and fast. A kayak proved useful in retrieving boats as they finished but even then, some managed to slip through.

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Line honours, and the novice trophy were awarded to young Emma Douw with Ruby Weaver-Burns runner-up.

Winner of the veterans section was Silvi Eckley, the mother of last year’s winner, with Gen Douw, mother of this year’s winner in second place.

The Ross Freiberg Award for the best design went to young Eban Weaver-Wampl with Thomas Lindenau second.

Ilona Demecs won the best-named boat category with “Thistle Whistle” with Shane Litherland’s “Sub-terfuge” runner-up. Judges expressed some surprise that no-one had the optimism to call their boat “Thistle Win”, given the abundance of thistles on the way to the starting line.

The rock-skipping contest is always hotly contested and this year was no exception. While no one managed to better the world record of 51 skips, spectators were treated to some fine throws.

In the 7 years and under Section, young Max Johnson produced a good throw to place him just ahead of Alex McAndrew. The 14 years and under section took a number of throws before winners began to emerge from the pack.

The rules of the rock skip are not unlike the Olympic Games with the best group from each round progressing to the next. This always presents contestants with a dilemma as to whether to use their best rocks early or keep them for towards the end.

In the Open Women’s section, winner Casey Rowe throw some excellent skips and, when her father, many times champion Alan Franks won the Open Men’s event, gave some credibility to the notion that rock-skipping ability may have some genetic basis.

Second in the Woman’s section was young Echo Demecs while R. Shearer was impressive as runner-up in the Men’s.

A special feature of this year’s event, and to celebrate its the twenty-fifth anniversary, was the first public sighting of Shane Litherland’s wonderful replica of the old timber Pickering Bridge, unfortunately demolished late last year.

The Commodore and members of the Moy Pocket Yacht Club would like to thank all who attended at the new venue and took part in the afternoon of light-hearted competition.

To mark World Rivers Day on Saturday September 27, a river care day will be held at the same venue (see article p11) but the focus will be not on competition, but on tree-planting, encouraging natural regeneration and removing Cat’s Claw Creeper from young trees.

Ian Mackay

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ou never know what you may find at this years fundraising Garage Sale held by Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Group. A wide range of household goods, collectables and plants will be on sale from 6.30am to 12noon on Saturday 27 September at the Guide Hut, 41 Miva Street, Cooroy.

Inquiries phone 5442 5570 or visit www.genealogy-noosa.org.au Ros Higginson

KENILWORTH SCC NEWS TEN PIN BOWLING

funds on behalf of Childhood Cancer Support (CCS).

Over 600 children are diagnosed with cancer each year and Childhood Cancer Support provides accommodation for families who have to relocate to capital cities for treatment. KSCC Teacher, Lisa Dunham, and TeacherAide, Evie Dunham, have a very strong connection with Childhood Cancer Support who provided their family with free accommodation while their daughter and sister, Bridie, underwent two transplants to beat Acute Myeloid Leukaemia in 2010/2011.

Our KSCC community will get behind Childhood Cancer Support by participating in “Talk Like a Pirate Day” on Thursday, 18 September, and donate a gold coin (or more) and dress and talk like a pirate for a whole day.

“Talk Like a Pirate Day” also links in with Rewards Day so it’s going to be a dastardly good day, me hearties!

TEACHER AIDE’S DAY AND ADMIN OFFICER’S DAY

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his term, Kenilworth State Community College students have been learning the finer points of ten pin bowling. The Ten Pin Bowling Association of Queensland has provided Kenilworth State Community College with five ten pin bowling kits that consist of carpeted lanes, pins and bowling balls that are used during HPE lessons.

As part of the HPE curriculum, students will have the opportunity to test their skills at the end of term with an excursion to Sun City Ten Pin Bowl at Alexandra Headlands.

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PREMIER’S READING CHALLENGE

enilworth State Community College students have been enrolled in the 2014 Premier’s Reading Challenge that commenced in May and ended in the first week of September.

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t Kenilworth SCC, we are very lucky and extremely grateful to have a wonderful, caring and compassionate staff.

We recently celebrated and said a huge thank you to our wonderful Administration Officer, Kylie (left), and our brilliant Teacher Aides - Tracey F, Evie, Cynthia, and Tracey T (below) - for all the patience, kindness, guidance and support they offer our teachers, students, parents and community members.

Students in Years 5-7 were challenged to read 15 books and students in Prep-Year 4 were challenged to read 20 books.

TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY - THUR 18 SEPTEMBER

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• 60 awesome market stalls, multicultural cuisine food fest.

• A Licensed Bar right next to the stages, with “Audrey’s After Midnight” entertainment!

• Exclusive private campgrounds, clean toilets, showers, and BYO.... food and drink queues will never be a problem!

• No need to rush back home on Monday - leave at your own leisure by 12:00pm.

• Breakfast will be available from our lovely food stalls Monday morning.

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VIP package includes - Early bump-in this weekend to claim your camping spot, undercover seating in the Big VIP Tent as well as access to the 18+ VIP licensed lounge with great dinner and lunch menus and waiter service, a Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest 2014 T-shirt and the opportunity to meet ‘n’ greet with the performers where possible.

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Kenilworth Poets’ Breakfast

oets and yarn spinners are gearing up to head for Kenilworth for the annual Poets’ Breakfast on Saturday October 4.

These popular breakfasts have delighted audiences for well over a decade and invariably attract both poets and audiences from far and wide.

Organised by the Conondale Range Conservation Association as its annual fundraiser, and hosted by popular local poet Ian Mackay, the breakfasts have become an integral part of the Kenilworth Celebrates! festival.

Poets like Harry Donnelly, Irish Joe Lynch, Robin (Archie) Archbold and Mark Feldman never fail to please the crowd and this year they’ll be joined by a host of others.

While there are a number of invited performers, there’s always room for “walk ups” in an open mike section of the program.

They say that laughter is the best medicine and a Poets’ Breakfast is guaranteed to give you a really good dose.

The only catch is that you can’t claim the entry fee on Medicare.

Following the Breakfast, there’s ample time to visit the impressive art display, the centrepiece of the Kenilworth Celebrates! Festival, in the nearby hall, or to take in the market.

For many, the option of camping in the showgrounds and simply strolling over to the Breakfast in the morning, has become an attractive proposition. Phone 5446 0131 for camping details.

For enquiries about the Breakfast phone Ian on 5446 0124.

The breakfast starts at 8am (and goes till around 12) in the woodchop arena behind the Kenilworth hall. Entry is $5 for the entertainment and, as always, there’ll be a variety of breakfasts on offer. There’s no need to pre-book.

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World Rivers Day

orld Rivers Day is a celebration of the world’s waterways. It highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and encourages the improved stewardship of rivers around the world.

People in more than 60 countries participate in World Rivers Day, generally held on the last Sunday in September.

On the Mary, which approaches the fifth anniversary of Peter Garrett’s Remembrance Day reprieve, there’ll be two celebrations. There’ll be one on Saturday 27 September at Moy Pocket near Kenilworth and one on Sunday 28, near Tiaro, much closer to the river’s mouth.

The Mary River is just over three hundred kilometres long with several thousand kilometres of tributaries included in its catchment. For over two decades the Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee, MRCCC, has worked to foster better stewardship of not just the river and its riparian vegetation but of the whole of the catchment.

The Moy Pocket rivercare day will be held just to the north of Pickering bridge and will include a riparian walk as well as tree-planting, natural regeneration and some freeing of young trees engulfed by Cat’s Claw Creeper.

The property is part of the Connection Road Corridor which links the biodiverse Conservation Park on top of the Kenilworth Bluff with the Mary River. The day starts at 10am and goes till mid-afternoon. Bring your own picnic lunch, a chair, hat and secateurs. Look for the entry signs just to the north of Pickering bridge. For more details phone Ian on 5446 0124.

For details on the Tiaro day, visit http://mrccc.org.au Ian Mackay

$5000 to aid threatened species in Gympie

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he Queensland Government has provided $5000 to Griffith University to support an important research project to help protect and recover threatened species.

The funding will assist researchers in their work to determine the breeding requirements and survival of Mary River cod populations.

Member for Gympie, David Gibson MP said the grant was made under a Research Partnerships Program.

Dr Mark Kennard from the Australian Rivers Institute at Griffith University said the grant would greatly assist the university’s important work on the Mary River.

“Mary River Cod populations are thought to be under threat because of limited breeding,” he said.

“This study will fill critical knowledge gaps about the factors that influence successful breeding and survival of Mary River Cod throughout south-east Queensland and use genetic techniques to determine the number of breeding fish contributing to cod populations across a range of sites and times.

“Among other things, the results will assist population recovery by identifying sites where the fish breed most prolifically and quantifying the habitat and flow conditions that sustain healthy cod populations,” Dr Kennard said.

The research will be conducted at Tinana Creek, Six Mile Creek and Obi Obi Creek.

These tributaries support relatively healthy Mary River cod populations and so represent likely areas for spawning and presence of larvae.

Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection Andrew Powell said Queensland was one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth with more than 1500 species of plants and animals listed as threatened under state and federal legislation.

“Fortunately, we have a range of stakeholders including government, research institutions, traditional owners and community groups working for our threatened species,” Mr Powell said.

“Essential to these recovery efforts is sound scientifically based environmental research and policy development based on the best science – and this is where the Research Partnerships Program will deliver many benefits.

“This initial round of grants sees $60,000 supporting University of Queensland, Griffith University, the University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland University of Technology and James Cook University with projects to help protect and recover some of the state’s threatened species,” he said.

“By formalising partnerships with others that seek the same outcomes and providing funding to assist their research, we can ensure our efforts are focussed, aligned, and deliver the best possible results.”

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ne can always learn new things.

Recently at a friend’s farewell lunch date I found out about two fascinating words I had never heard of before.

TJ, George and I were all deep in round table conversation about home life and how “things” don’t appear to last how they used to i.e. fridges, dishwashers, televisions, cars etc. George pipes up and delivers information of foreign knowledge to both TJ and I. It’s called “Planned Obsolescence” he stated. I am like, “Say that again”.

“Planned Obsolescence” he repeats.

Readers, I am about to deliver amazing intelligence that maybe you, like me, was totally unaware of.

Manufacturers snuck, “planned obsolescence”, in our modern day life and no one bothered to inform consumers. In industrial design, it is a policy to plan or design a product with an artificially limited life, so it will become obsolete, that is, unfashionable or no longer functional after a certain period of time. Rationale behind this strategy is to generate long-term sales volume by reducing the time between repeat purchases.

How many of you know the experience when purchasing white goods, merchandisers advise a warranty period and the so purchased item dies just after the particular date given?

Am I mad about that info? Am I concerned about that info? Yes sir re. Anything I can do about it? Nothing likely.

Society has evolved into the “throw away” mentality.

Sending our non-working goods to service repair men has become an outdated thing of the past. The cost of getting the goods there, the upfront “have a look at it price”, the then quoted price to fix has become not worth all the effort and money. Often times, you are advised, “It is easier to throw out the old and purchase new”.

Maybe on your next purchase, consider George’s information. Ask the retailer “What’s the Planned Obsolescence timeframe for this product?” Await a response. It may well be to your ultimate consumer advantage.

MM of Obi “We have an opportunity for everyone in the world to have access to all the world’s information. This has never before been possible. Why is ubiquitous information so profound?

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“Properties urgently needed.

Please call for a chat or a free rent appraisal.”

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by Karoline Weinand, a local to the Sunshine Coast since 1983 and working in Property Management for the last nine years.

Karoline offers experienced, personal service.

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It’s a tremendous equalizer. Information is power” Eric Schmidt, University of Pennsylvania Commencement Address, 2009

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Calling all young geeks for holiday fun

nly children willing to have awesome fun need apply when Sunshine Coast Libraries celebrate all things ‘geekish’ during these school holidays.

Community Program Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said council’s libraries had come to the rescue of every parent on the coast with a huge range of activities to entertain children during the September and October holidays.

“Our libraries are well renowned for their extensive holiday program,” Cr McKay said.

“These holidays we have everything from popular Minecraft paper craft to paper engineering.

Argentinian paper engineer, Gus Santome has created a very special 3D Sunshine Coast Library paper troll and we will be running sessions for children to build their own as well as creating Superman, Ironman, Naruto and other famous Disney characters.

“Local author and cartoonist Dave Hackett will be running three workshops teaching children how to create their own goofy superheroes.

“There are science experiments, timed Lego challenges and for those truly mad scientists a number of Frankentoy sessions where you can create totally new characters from dismembered toys.

“And of course in keeping with the theme, Sunshine Coast Libraries will build a pop up library at the Epic Diem Nerd Culture Expo at the University of the Sunshine Coast on Saturday, September 27 with special guest fantasy writer, Isobelle Carmody.

“There is certainly something for children of all ages but I urge people to book early to avoid disappointment as the holiday activities are very popular.”

Make sure you head to Council’s library http://library. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/sitePage.cfm?code=kids-hasep-oct to book and for more details.

Maleny Tue 23 Sept, 9.30am - Paper poppies (all ages) Kenilworth Wed 24 Sept, 10am - Minecraft papercrafts (all ages) Maleny Wed 24 Sept, 2pm - Felt poppies (8+) Maleny Thurs 25 Sept, 9.30am - Cartoon Dave’s Stupid super heroes (8+) Kenilworth Wed 1 Oct, 10am Monsters, boxtrolls and robots (all ages) Maleny Wed 1 Oct, 2pm Science fun (8+) Maleny Thur 2 Oct, 10am Storytime (5 and under) Maleny Thur 2 Oct, 2pm Paper engineering (12+) Maleny Sat 4 Oct, 10am Dragon drawing (6+)

OUR P OLITICS Cr Julie Walker OCTOBER 2014 Newsletter

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he Mary Valley received wonderful news recently with the State Government making a commitment to funding the MV Rattler Train to resume services out to the Mary Valley with short term funding to make it to Amamoor and long term to make it all the way back to Imbil.

Mary Valley Blue Light Disco group is holding a dress up Halloween Movie and sausage sizzle night at the Kandanga Hall on Friday 31 October at 6pm.

In recent years Kandanga has been impacted by the effects of flooding. While flooding is a concern there are other potential risks. It is important for the community to work together during an emergency, particularly when isolated. To assist with this Gympie Regional Council is working with residents to establish the Kandanga Community Local Disaster Management sub group. There will be a workshop session at the Kandanga Public Hall on Tues 21 Oct from 6pm. Supper will be provided on the night. For registration: peter.mann@gympie.qld.gov.au Valley Bees are holding an Open Day on Sun 12 Oct from 10am to 4pm. The open day will be held at the Kandanga Public Hall so come along to find out all you can about bees and why they are so very important to our lives.

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Rogo’s round-up

enilworth Celebrates! event…

Kenilworth is a terrific town any time of the year and especially during the annual Kenilworth Celebrates!

Festival. This year’s event will be held on October 4-5 and includes arts and craft exhibitions and demonstrations, dancing, music, street entertainment and loads of fun activities for kids. Can’t wait! Let’s all get behind this year’s festival to make it bigger and better than ever.

Grants reward great work Council recently endorsed a new Environment Levy Partnerships Program at its Ordinary Meeting that will deliver more than half a million dollars to 24 environmentally focussed community groups. Congratulations to Yandina Community Gardens Inc that will receive $11,600 for the next three years to fund its efforts with Living Smart Communities.

Congratulations also to the Mapleton Bowls Club, Sunshine Coast Archery Club, Mapleton Community Library, Kenilworth Arts Council Inc, Kenilworth and District Historical Association and the Kenilworth and District Chamber of Commerce that were among the 70 not-forprofit organisations to receive a grant to help meet their operational expenses this financial year.

The Gympie Region Economic Development Strategy 2014 - 2019 was adopted by Council in August. Mayor Ron Dyne states, “The time is right for the Gympie region to benefit from considerable growth and prosperity given it is perfectly placed to deliver a sustainable local economy.” Our regional industry and business base is a significant strength in helping established businesses grow and develop in a fundamental focus on the strategy. Six ‘game changers’ as the key projects to be pursued are: actively lobby for the Bruce Highway upgrade • progress implementation of the MV Economic Development Strategy • flood mitigation for business and industry • progress the development of the Rainbow Beach Masterplan • develop a strategic partnership with regional education providers • market the Gympie region as an industry hub for both emerging and established industries.

Make a poppy as a tribute of respect and remembrance

Congratulations to the Mary Valley Red Cross on their recent AGM meeting and I would like to take this opportunity to wish them well for the next 12 months.

Cr Greg Rogerson

With the latest rates notice you would have received your FREE tree voucher, if you don’t want to make use of your vouchers, consider gifting them to one of your community ‘not for profit’ groups.

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Calling on the community to please help council reach the goal of making 5000 poppies as a tribute of respect and remembrance to mark 100 years since Australian troops landed at Gallipoli.

Residents can help us to achieve this through attending a range of workshops across the Coast and create a poppy which will be displayed at local Remembrance Day celebrations this year. You can also ask at your local library for details about poppy making workshops or packs to make your own.

For more details drop into Councils Kenilworth Library, call 1300 LIBRARY or visit http://www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au See you round the valley soon, Rogo.

CHAINSAW and ACDC Courses in the Mary Valley with

Many landholders own and operate chainsaws for the removal of woody weeds and other purposes.

Chainsaws can be extremely hazardous if not maintained and handled correctly.

Registrations are now being taken for the next round of Chainsaw Courses and / or ACDC Courses in the Mary Valley region.

If interested please book now for the next round, go to www.barunglandcare.org.au or phone Barung office on 5494 3151 For more information about the Courses contact Bob Collins Enterprises 0414 770 882 All courses run by Bob Collins, accredited instructor to Forestry Industry standards.

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OUR COMMUNITY UPCOMING EVENTS SEPT - DEC 2014

Eumundi on Thursday 16 October 2014 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at The Imperial Lionheart Hotel – The Green Room, Cnr of Ethridge Street and Memorial Drive, Eumundi. Learn about how tourism and business can benefit from uniting and supporting each other.

The function includes share platters and 1 drink (remainder at hospitality prices) generously supplied by The Imperial Lionheart Hotel.

Experience the lavishly re-furbished Imperial Lionheart Hotel in Eumundi.

Hear from our guest speaker Phil Hart, the owner of one of the largest privately run financial investment companies in Australia and local business Sunreef, who will talk about PHILOTIMO and the success of businesses working together.

We will also present our exciting new advertising campaign.

To enquire about membership or register to attend the networking night, please call 5458 8809.

15 Sep-17 Oct MV Scarecrow Festival www.scarecrows.org.au 19-21 Sep - Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest www.mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au 20 Sep - Kenilworth Show and Rodeo www.kenilworthhall.org.au/Rodeo.htm 27 Sep - Inaugural Conondale Triathlon - register on www.conondaleswimmingpool.webs.com 28 Sep-11 Oct - Kenilworth Celebrates! www.kenilworthcelebrates.org.au 09-12 Oct - Heart of Gold International Film Festival www.heartofgold.com.au 11 Oct - Kenilworth Hotel 7th Annual Ladies Night.

Details Diane or Steve 5446 0206.

19 Oct - Chicks in the Sticks at Yabbaloumba Retreat.

Tickets 5446 0155 or 5446 0222.

23-26 Oct - Reality Bites Literary Festival www.realitybitesfestival.org 08 Nov - Mary River Festival www.maryriverfestival.org.au 05 Dec - Gheerulla Hall Cent Sale - 6pm s/sizzle, sale 6.30pm www.gheerulla.qld.au 07 Dec - Mary Valley Tomato Festival www.maryvalleytomatofestival.com 24 Dec - Kenilworth township Christmas Eve party at the showgrounds.

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onondale pool is a registered sporting club in the Get Started program. Eligible families can get a voucher of $150 per child that can be used at Conondale pool for either membership or swimming lessons.

All info www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/getinthegame Conondale Swimming Pool and Conondale Tennis Cub are now affiliated and discounted combined memberships are available.

Sunshine coast destination networking function in Eumundi unshine Coast Destination members are invited to come along to the next networking function in

AUGUST 2014 MOY POCKET Aug 2014 96mm • Aug 2013 0mm 13 year average 59mm • 3 months of winter 132mm Last winter 115mm • 13 year winter average 164mm Report kindly submitted by Graham Brennan

Mary Valley Voice

CONONDALE SWIMMING POOL OPENING SOON

All details please email conondalesp@gmail.com and don’t forget, Conondale Swimming Pool is hosting its Inaugural Triathlon on Saturday 27 September.

CONONDALE SWIMMING POOL presents...

The

Inaugural Conondale Triathlon

8.30am  27 September 2014 Starts from Crystal Waters (Kilcoy Lane)

Course: 13+ yrs - bike 9.5km, swim 400m, run 3km Under 13 - bike 1km, swim 80m, run 1km (UNDER 13s NEED TO BE ABLE TO COMPETE BY SELF)

Individual and Team (over 13’s only) competitions $20 per person and first 50 entries get a free shirt!

Registration / info: E conondalesp@gmail.com or visit www.conondaleswimmingpool.webs.com

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PICTURE PERFECT ACREAGE AND HOME – GHEERULLA

$645,000

BELLI PARK LOCATION – GREAT ACCESS TO SUNSHINE COAST

$695,000

Situated at Gheerulla only 15 minutes from the Bruce Highway at Eumundi. This very appealing property boasts a near perfect 30 acre block, fenced into six paddocks and very suitable for livestock, including equestrian pursuits or perhaps a market gardening. Approximately 25 acres cleared with pasture, the balance area of approximately five acres are left for vegetation and regeneration purposes of a sensitive gully area.

No steep sections, very gentle slope with plenty of level area to work with should you want a full sized arena or add more sheds etc.

Three dams plus a water well, pump and pipes included. Set well back off the road sits a beautiful traditional Queenslander home approximately 10 years old.

Designed and built by Garth Chapman Traditional Homes this Q’lander is craftsman built. Three spacious bedrooms each with built in cupboards. Ensuite to the master bedroom.

Open plan living area with Maleny Hot Drum Fireplace. Polished timber floors throughout and timber windows provide a country cottage feel. Wrap-around verandah and large covered entertainment deck with a sunken spa pool.

Fully insulated roof cavity with pink batts plus a 4.6 kilowatt inverter solar system:- 20 solar panels brings this home up to a very high energy efficient level. Say goodbye to power bills! :-) Two rainwater tanks, one for drinking, one for the irrigated garden beds. Two fantastic sheds one which would easily convert to horse stables at a minimum cost. Colorbond on concrete slab, 15m x 6m and stable shed 13m x 14m.

Something very special here Buyers, the perfect block with a good quality home and privacy.

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Situated only 20 kms from the Bruce Highway at Eumundi this very appealing property is sure to impress you. A well appointed home recently renovated to a very high standard. Four spacious bedrooms each with built-in cupboards including shelving. Family bathroom includes a spa bath and separate shower.

Walk-in robe and ensuite to the master bedroom.

Polished timber floors throughout, secretly nailed and polished to a high sheen.

Large kitchen with walk-in pantry, granite bench tops, all drawers and shelving well thought out.

Wrap-around verandahs of 2.7m in width ensure every aspect can be enjoyed with plenty of room for large deck furniture. A magical block with a dam, bore including pumps and piping that provides an excellent water supply for gardens and animals. Four large rainwater tanks to service the house and outbuildings.

Open spaces for your pony to graze plus beautiful natural bushland for native flora and fauna. Something special here buyers only 25 mins to Noosa Beaches. Four bay garage, four bay carport plus many animal shelters and storage space. Cattle yards and loading ramp. The home and outbuildings are positioned well back into the block with a well formed concrete and gravel driveway. Views, peace and privacy with great access to all the Sunshine Coast has to offer makes this property well worth considering.

Kenilworth Realty 7 Elizabeth St. Kenilworth 5446 0164 Mobile 0417 603 451 Fax 5446 0742 kenilworthrealty@bigpond.com or visit www.kenilworthrealty.com.au

First home buyers and investors! – KENILWORTH THIS PROPERTY MUST BE SOLD, NOW $225,000!

This is a lovely art deco style home with original features. The house features two bedrooms plus a sunroom, combined kitchen and dining with pot belly stove, and separate lounge area. There are plaster ceilings in main rooms, and timber floors under the carpet. There are established gardens throughout the property, as well as a single garage at the front and double workshop at the rear, all on a 797m2 block of land.

Two homes on 46.95 Acres – KENILWORTH

This lifestyle property is located on the eastern side of Kenilworth. There are two homes and all on 46.95 bush acres. Both homes are private.

Features include: HOME # 1: Lowset brick with three bedrooms.

• Large open plan kitchen, dining and family room and separate lounge.

• Single carport and BBQ area. • Currently rented for $275 per week.

HOME # 2: Block and timber ‘A’ frame Artist studio - fully self-contained.

• One bedroom with verandah overlooking the rural landscape. • Timber features + exposed block walls. • Spiral staircase to upstairs bedroom.

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Price: $499,000.00

Mary River frontage acreage property “101 acres” – KENILWORTH

This large acreage farm is on 101 acres with Mary River frontage and creek flats. Water is plentiful with a 2 hectare water irrigation licence, two large dams plus two bores and rainwater tanks. There are two large sheds on the property, together with a windmill. The property is completely fenced along all external boundaries with a number of internal fences. This property has well elevated house sites with views over Kenilworth. Price $522,500.00

AVAILABLE FOR RENT $245/wk – Coolabine – Two bedroom, cozy home, fireplace in lounge, quiet location with chook pen.

(No Dogs) $285/wk – Kenilworth – Three bedroom family home, centrally located, walk to school and shops.

(No Pets) Yandina – Commercial office / shop available for rent. 26.5m2 floor space with waiting room and consult room plus kitchen and toilet facility.

Rent is $12,500.00 pa with CPI increase.

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59.65 acres with three separate dwellings.

COOLABINE

Great opportunity for the extended family to move here. There are three separate dwellings (two currently rented) plus the main farm house.

The 59.65 acres of grazing land is ideal for cattle or horses and there is plenty of water with Coolabine Creek on the front boundary plus dams.

Plenty of storage and workshop areas with sheds and outbuildings, cattle yards and crush. The property is fully fenced and with internal paddocks. Inspections by appointment. Price $985,000.00