Edition No.6 ~ Scenic Road Magazine 2021

SCENIC ROAD PEOPLE | PRODUCE | PLACES

Camping luxury ART & CULTURE

COLLEEN LAVENDER DINING

THE OVERFLOW ESTATE 1895 EDITION No.6 SUMMER 2021-2022

SCENIC ROAD PROPERTIES FOR SALE

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN For Sale

151 Eagle Heights Road

Bernadette Brushe SCENICROA D.COM.AU 0407 176 052

bernadette@scenicroad.com.au scenicroad.com.au

IMAGES BY CARIN GARLAND

Editor’s Letter “Life, with Scenic Road.”

What does that mean? Well for me it’s about making a conscious shift… It’s a 'good vibes only' kind of mentality.

In a world where things have gotten pretty heavy, we can make a choice as to what we absorb or perhaps filter out and silence. Our Scenic Road brand is an appreciation of all that is good…the good people and their stories, a celebration of the amazing local produce, and a discovery of all the wonderous places, that you can visit or choose to live in. Life with Scenic Road, it’s a journey that you choose to take.

With that said, it’s my absolute pleasure to introduce to you the newest team members who’ve helped make this edition so bloody amazing. My dear friend and ridiculously talented photographer, Carin Garland, she joins us in the role of Editor for the magazine and Creative Director for our sister company Scenic Road Properties. And the talented and lovely Alisha Pettit, our new Art Director, who actually purchased a home from our pages (who would have thought).

Both of these ladies, along with our other wonderful contributors, have helped shape this Edition into the pages you see before you. I think, perhaps our best one yet. Some highlights for me were finally meeting the legendry Colleen Lavender, a woman who makes magic with metal, the exert from The Black and White Braid, a two part book that tells the stories of the people, the roads shared and the places of the Scenic Rim. Our glamping cover shoot, a stunning collaboration with Glamping Hire Co at our favourite winery The Overflow Estate, and our very pretty food shoot at the Scenic Rim Farm Shop… a Summer Fare picnic style lunch that will have you packing the car faster than it takes for one to indulge in a melting moment.

Another favourite for me is our Scenic Road Trips pages, a segment that collates a list of places to EAT, STAY and PLAY in the Scenic Rim (all tried and tested by us of course).

And then there is the Field Guide, a directory of trades and community services from around the region, making it easier to find the lovely businesses and community groups we so regularly partner with.

Want to be included in our next edition?

Please email your interest to luisa@scenicroad.com.au or visit scenicroad.com.au

And finally I’d like to say thank you to all our advertisers, who without their support, our magazine would not exist. In particular the gentleman from BMG legal based in Southport, who have a real passion for Art and the Scenic Rim, hence their idea of running an art competition to celebrate the beautiful scenery and talents of this region.

What a crazy times we have all been through this past year, with so many unknowns. One thing you can be certain of is our Scenic Road ethos. Telling stories through photographic essay, and using the kindness of words, in an inclusive and positive way… why is that important?

Because I truly believe we all need to read, hear and ingest more of the good stuff in our lives.

I hope you enjoy reading Edition No.6.

Luisa Slack-Smith Luisa Slack-Smith Editor-in-Chief

Edition No.6 Spring Summer 2021/2022 Regional markets

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Tamborine Mountain Distillery

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The Black & White Braid

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Cedar Creek Lodges

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Ruby Lou Boutique

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Organics With Love

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Canungra Books & Art

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Meet the creators

The Black & White Braid 15

Glamping Hire Co.

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Colleen Lavender

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The Art of Law Behlau Murakami Grant 24 Scenic Road Properties

Guanaba 26

Scenic Road Properties Canungra Post Office

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Scenic Road Properties

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Tamborine

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Country style interiors

The Hobbs Building and interiors 42

Raising a community

Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure 44

Summer Fare

Beautiful picnics in the Scenic Rim

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COVE R S TO RY GL A M PI N G H I R E CO. I M AGE BY C A R I N GA R L A N D

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Zanzibar Hairstyling

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Grace your space

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La Mode Collection

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Scenic Road trips

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Country to Coast Lawyers

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Scenic Road field guide

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Freedom Health & Fitness Beaudesert 53 The Overflow Estate 1895

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Folk and Co. Feather Road Studios Grounded Village 56 Real weddings

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Scenic Rim Bride

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Duck Junction

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Scenic Road Properties Market update 78 Agent profiles

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For Sale

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Sold properties 80 Businesses for sale

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Contributors Luisa Slack-Smith Editor-in-Chief Carin Garland Photographer and Writer caringarlandphoto caringarland.com

Alisha Pettit Publication Design nash_creative_design alisha@nashcreative.com.au

Carin Garland Creative Director and Editor El Hogan Photographer

Jacqui Faulkner Photographer

el_hogan elhogan24@gmail.com

Sonny Royal Photographer and Writer sonnyroyalphoto unearthadventure.com

kellarnicreative hello@kellarnicreative.com.au

Bronwyn McDonald Scenic Rim Bride scenicrimbride scenicrimbride.com.au

Alisha Pettit Art Director Jade Schofield Photographer foreverafterphotography foreverafterphotography.com.au

Drew Slack-Smith Real Estate Agent and Writer scenic_road_properties Scenic Road Properties

Find us on Instagram @scenic_road_magazine or online at scenicroad.com.au Contact us for general enquiries admin@scenicroad.com.au Proudly created and printed in Australia.

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Copyright 2021/2022 by Scenic Road Living. All rights reserved. This magazine or any portion there of may not be reproduced or used in any manner without the express written permission of the publisher.

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SC E N I C ROA D T R I P S E L SO C I A L I N C A N U N G R A I M AG E BY C A R I N G A R L A N D

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ILLUSTRATION BY ST. CLEMENT CREATIVE

REGIONAL MARKETS BEAUDESERT MARKET FEST

MAKERS MARKET ON THE MOUNTAIN

1st Saturday of each month, 7am to 12 noon Dick Westerman Park Enterprise Drive, Beaudesert

1st Sunday of each month (except January) 8 to1pm

BEECHMONT MARKETS 3rd Sunday of each month, 8am to 1pm Beechmont Community Centre Beechmont & Binna Burra Roads, Beechmont

BOONAH COUNTRY MARKETS 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month, 7am to 12noon Springleigh Park, Coronation Drive, Boonah

CANUNGRA VILLAGE MARKETS 2nd Sunday of each month, 8am to 1pm, Moriarty Park Hall, Canungra

KOORALBYN RSL MARKETS 2nd Sunday of each month, 8am to 12noon Billabong Park, Kooralbyn

PEAK PUB COUNTRY MARKETS 1st Sunday of each month, 8am to 1pm 15-19 Ipswich Boonah Road, Peak Crossing

6-8 Knoll Road, Tamborine Mountain

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL MARKETS Last Sunday of each month, 7am to 1pm Held in car park across from school Long Road, North Tamborine

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN COUNTRY MARKETS 2nd Sunday of each month, 7.30am to 1.30pm Tamborine Mountain Showgrounds Main Western Road, Tamborine Mountain

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN LOCAL PRODUCERS MARKET Every Sunday, 7am to 12 noon Held in the Green Shed, Tamborine Mountain Showgrounds, Main Western Road, Tamborine Mountain

TAMBORINE VILLAGE MARKETS 1st Sunday of each month, 7am to 12noon Tamborine Memorial Hall Tamborine-Waterford Road, Tamborine Village

RATHDOWNEY COUNTRY MARKETS 3rd Sunday of each month, 7am to 12 midday Rathdowney Memorial Grounds 102 Mount Lindesay Highway, Rathdowney

For contact details head to www.visitscenicrim. com.au/things-to-see-and-do/markets/

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THE BLACK & WHITE BRAID WORDS BY BEN ALLMON AND IMAGES BY CARIN GARLAND

Boonah Rathdowney-Road Coochin Coochin Homestead c. 1840 to 1920 Evening, August 2019 We walk into the beautiful dining room, and Tim Bell pulls out a chair for Carin and then me. Arrayed on the table are books. Some are small…others are enormous, the size of a printer, and clearly scrapbooks of some kind.

“This isn’t much, but it’ll give you an idea of some of the history here,” Tim says, as I leaf through the first scrapbook, coming to grips with Tim’s definition of ‘not much.'

Snippets grab my attention – Gertrude ‘Granny’ Bell’s first impressions of Coochin.

The sun was setting behind the glorious mountains and tingeing the wonderful crags with rose pink, whilst the distant peaks changed to opal in the afterglow. Watching it, I felt that our newfound ‘Coochin Coochin’ was indeed a paradise.

Next I read her daughter Enid’s words, equally arresting.

Fate had decreed that ‘Coochin Coochin’ should come into the possession of one who would bestow upon it the love and admiration it had not received since the Ugarapuls had been driven out of their beloved valley…

Flipping forwards, I come to a newspaper clipping recounting a ball held in honour of Prince Edward, later King Edward VIII. The Prince danced all the dances, staying until after midnight, when there was a great crowd of people waiting outside the hall to see him. He wore evening dress and many honours, and did not wear gloves. Among the girls he danced with, were Miss Enid Bell (Coochin, Queensland), who wore shot gold and blue tissue, and gold lace…

I feel a hand on my shoulder, and look up, coming back from the distant past to see Tim. “I’ll see you in the morning,” he says, squeezing my shoulder in a fatherly way, before bidding Carin goodnight.

“Make sure you don’t let Polly out when you go,” he adds, looking down at said three-legged canine curled near my foot, ears laid flat and looking worried. In the distance I can hear something, like a big truck maybe, rumbling along Boonah-Rathdowney Road.

“All right, I’m going to bed too,” Carin says, giving the nervous Polly a pat on the way out, and I am suddenly alone with the history, the memories, and the ticking clock. Polly moves restlessly at my feet. I wonder what it is that has her so spooked when I hear that rumble again. It

isn’t a truck, I realise.

It’s thunder.

There is a flash of lightning outside, followed by a rumble.

Polly edges closer to me.

I’m not scared, her look says, I’m just checking you’re okay.

The lights flicker, and as I sit here at this beautiful cherrywood table I wonder how many people have sat in this resplendent room before me…and who they were.

Am I sitting where Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh once sat when they visited in 1948? Or Agatha Christie? I look at my reflection in the window and wonder whether the Queen Mother sat here, looking at herself too, after a night of revelry and laughter. It is surreal. The man who abdicated the throne for love, left it to his younger brother and the father of our current Queen – thereby changing the course of the monarchy and history – may have sat right here…before signing his name on the wallpaper.

It is at Coochin, sitting here reading long into the night, as outside thunder crashes and lightning flares purplewhite across the night sky, where the true enormity of what I am trying to do hits me. I leaf through two centuries of Bell family history…Tim’s great-great-great grandfather Archibald Bell was involved in Governor Bligh’s defenestration and was friends with Lachlan Macquarie. Archibald’s son, Tim’s great-great-great uncle Archibald Bell Jnr, found a way – with the help of local Indigenous companions – over the Blue Mountains known to this day as Bell’s Line of Road. I pore over two family tomes, each at least six inches thick with over a century of newspaper clippings, everything from Bells at local dances to Bells in wartime reports.

Around me are fireplaces, hutches, dressers, and sideboards groaning under knick knacks, souvenirs, crockery, candelabras, photos of family and famous personae of other eras, paintings without number. As the rain beats a welcome tattoo on the roof after months of dry silence, I stare at the images in yellowed newspapers, history assembled in fading dot matrix, faces familiar and foreign. Did Tim say I’d need a week? I know now that I could sit at this table for a year and still only scratch the surface.

I sit there, overwhelmed, my head sinking into my hands.

“That’s my great-grandmother,” a voice says, one that I didn’t expect to hear in here. It is Uncle John Long, sitting next to me, the side cabinet visible through him. His finger taps – or would do, if it had substance – Legends of the Coochin Valley. Written by Enid Bell – Tim’s great-aunt – it is a compilation of cultural stories told to her by Bunjoey, whom the settlers called Susan, 'last of the Ugarapul.'

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“Really?” I turn the pages of this small, fascinating book.

I read about the creation of the waterholes of the Coochin Valley, dug by Yugoi – Queen Bandicoot – as she dug into the earth to escape a pack of dingoes, and how her final hole was so deep, water gushed forth, filling all the other holes and drawing fish, eels, and mooroo-coochins unto them. Such was the plentiful game of these waterholes, and the gratitude of the Ugarapul, that they composed a corroboree in her honour. I turn the page and read about Enid’s first impressions of Bunjoey, of a laughing black face that inspired instant trust in the young girl. Of Bunjoey’s love of the birds and animals she knew as friends, of how she sang the old corroboree songs to the white children and told them they were Ugarapul children, because they had been born on her country.

I find an article from The Queenslander, also written by Enid, in 1934.

‘Susan knew her race before the white civilisation had swept away its customs and traditions. Though she must be 80 years old or more, the fire of life still burns brightly in her slight graceful form. As she chants the old songs of her tribe, and sways rhythmically, one hears the echoes of the thundering feet of the dancers stamping in rhythm, celebrating the great corroboree festivals—not the corroborees of modern days, regarded in the light of vaudeville entertainments, but the great sacred festivals which expressed the primitive soul of the aboriginal

people. When Susan’s soft musical voice repeats the legends of her forebears, we feel that back through unknown and unrecorded centuries a people lived who loved and feared and dreamed as we do now in the same land which then was theirs.’

I look out the window into the garden Bunjoey helped plant, see it illuminated by flashes of lightning, the past illuminated in a new way, revealing how much – and how little – things have changed. History is sometimes like the night, hiding secrets in its black velvet folds…you just have to be watching, and waiting, and looking in the right place when the lightning strikes.

“She was the custodian of many memories, of so much knowledge…do you think she could pass it all on? It would take lifetimes to share what she carried. So,” he says, tapping the book again, “she shared little things that illuminated the bigger picture, and left it to others to fill in the details.”

He looks at me, his eyes penetrating.

“Remember, no one can hold all knowledge. The old people, they never finished a story…it was up to the listener to finish it.”

I smile in understanding, the feeling of despair lifted from me, and Uncle John is gone.

Mount Maroon

Tim Bell

Uncle John Long

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Meet the creators of the

THE BLACK & WHITE BRAID

Ben Allmon On a cold Winter’s morning in 2019, Tamborine Mountain local writer Benjamin Allmon and photographer Carin Garland, left their respective homes on a journey that would see them hike across the Scenic Rim for the next 30 days, walking almost 700km in that time. Across roads and paddocks, streams and mountains, together they learned the stories of the road, who they were named for and who walked them first. They listened to fourth generation farmers at breaking point during the worst drought on record, walked beside indigenous elders and witnessed the devastating bushfires of 2019 and heard the stories of the incredible men and women that fought to save their communities.

Carin Garland This hardcover book, The Black and White Braid is available to purchase via benjaminallmon.com and prints available via email caringarlandphotography@gmail.com

Together they produced a two Volume book, filled with stories of locals, history of the Scenic Rim, with images of people and places woven throughout the pages.

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Glamping Hire Co.

at The Overflow Estate 1895 IMAGES BY CARIN GARLAND WORDS BY LUISA SLACK-SMITH

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The gift of giving your guests a unique, relaxed and memorable experience that lasts a lifetime… these are the words spoken by the clever duo behind South East Queensland’s leading glamping hire company. Jayne and Dean Herrmann are the owners and operators of family run business Glamping Hire Co, a mobile glamping hire company servicing weddings, corporate events and private party celebrations.

Taking the stress and worry out of any occasion, Jayne and her husband Dean are hands on from the initial booking and enquiry, to the final pack down. Their beautiful all-weather glamping tents, complete with furnishings and bed linen packages, can be booked from a minimum of 5 tents up to 50 – a whole village if one likes – up to 100 guests can be catered for – solving the problem for many when looking at hosting a large country style celebration.

On this particular occasion, our resident photographer and stylist Carin Garland and myself, jumped at the opportunity to photograph with Glamping Hire Co for a collaborative feature article. With our car packed to the roof with local homewares, and a few nibbles, we set off to meet with Jayne and Dean at the stunning Overflow Estate 1895, located on the banks of the Wyaralong Dam. Over a shared bottle of The Overflow’s popular Tempranillo 2018, Jayne outlined their love of bringing affordable pop-up accommodation to anyone outside of the traditional inner-city. Both Jayne and Dean come from farming backgrounds and appreciate the importance of bringing people together in a rural setting.

“We help bring the party to anyone in our own unique way.” Jayne continued. “To sum it up, we bring luxury camping tent hire to you!”

It is evident from our afternoon spent with Glamping Hire Co, there is passion behind their product, a service that brings people together in one location, for that exclusive special event. Secure your event date for 2022 – enquiries to info@glampinghireco.com.au mention Scenic Road Magazine when booking. glampinghireco.com.au 0455 345 267 glampinghireco SPRING/SUMMER 2021

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COLLEEN LAVENDER IMAGES AND WORDS BY CARIN GARLAND

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Colleen Lavender welcomes me onto her property with a friendly wave. I have no idea what to expect from this woman who with smudges of grease from welding across her nose, looks more mechanic than someone with a Fine Arts Bachelor degree. With a mop of lavender hair and matching work shirt, I am quick to like her with her no bars held, no frills, calling a ‘spade a spade' approach to life.

As we enter her 'she shed' her passion for metal, plasma cutting and creativity is immediately apparent.

Colleen’s eyes flash with a mixture of warmth and excitement, her face animated as she touches the current sculpture she’s working on for an upcoming exhibition. She treats the exquisite piece with the same love and respect she would bestow upon a family member as she shares pieces of her childhood and incredible life to date. One coloured with a hearty combination of hardship and adventure.

Born in the Pilbara, growing up in the Kimberley, the raw beauty and the opportunity to adventure in her surrounds found her spending much of her time around Lake Argyle, swimming in the Ord River and participating in endurance programs on El Questro Station, all of which helped form the basis of the woman standing before me.

Thankfully, both of her parents were artistic, and creativity was something encouraged rather than tamed, and at 13 Colleen’s Mother enrolled her in a jewellery course. It was then she suspects, that her love for working with metal began.

During our conversation, this artist with endless amounts of energy, has moved from her plasma cutter to a metal drum and our chat finds an intermission as I stop the clicking of my camera and talking as I watch mesmerised as sparks dance around the workshop, metal melts away and the flowing mane of a horse starts to come to life.

We laugh as she notes some women request jewellery for Christmas, Colleen a plasma cutter from husband Justin.

Post studying horsemanship, Colleen and her children swapped life in Biddaddaba for the Northern Territory and she commenced work for Norforce where Colleen found herself training the Army mounts, ran horsemanship clinics and was a gun machine hand for a local mattress factory. I know. Not your average woman.

It was in the Northern Territory where Colleen met Justin and together, they continued in the same fashion Colleen always has, seldom doing anything in halves and never shying away from a challenge. They managed Hayes Creek Inn, a self-powered Pub and Caravan Park.

When Darwin would suffer through a power outage, tradies would drive over an hour to their inn knowing Justin and Colleen would have power and the ability to provide a well-earned cold beer.

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It was a period that was a lot of hard work with no time for art and after three years, with a little one (Lilly) and another on the way (Aiden), they relocated back to Queensland, horses in tow.

The Queenslander they had moved into was beautiful and character filled but was also showing her age. The coldest Winter in 100 years was unforgiving and the many cracks of their home haemorrhaged any stored heat, and to that end pregnant Colleen attempted her first fire pit with a grinder to help warm them up. As it turns out, it wasn’t her greatest success but refusing defeat, she went looking for

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a means to cut steel and it was then that the request for a plasma cutter was made. That was four years ago and she has been cutting ever since.

After 35 years of being heavily involved with all things equestrian; polocrosse, campdrafting and dressage to name a few disciplines, it is her love of horses that keeps her inspired and growing as a person and artist.

For Colleen they are her forever muse and making lifesize sculptures, for years to come is what she aspires to.

Creating wild and dynamic creatures, a reflection in my opinion, of the incredible artist herself.

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The Art of Law

When ART and LAW come together in one space.

IMAGES BY CARIN GARLAND | WORDS BY LUISA SLACK-SMITH It’s not often you walk into a busy law practice and find yourself immersed in an industrial style ARTspace. A carefully curated Art gallery showcasing a dozen or so pieces by Australia's most acclaimed artists, it can easily be said, this is no ordinary law firm, nor are the partners who run it.

This year the subject matter for the Portraiture Prize is wrongful convictions. Criminal Law Partner Ron Behlau developed the idea for the Prize to coincide with the 20th anniversary of Murakami’s establishment of the internationally renowned Innocence Project at Griffith University on the Gold Coast.

The firm's sleek modern industrial design and collaborative approach to the Behlau Murakami Grant ARTspace, was spawned by Family Law Partner Jason Murakami.

“Portraiture is one of our favourite forms of painting and given the anniversary and our involvement in the work the Project does to help free innocent people, we thought it fitting to make this year’s subject matter one which is close to our hearts."

“My partners Ron Behlau, Shane Grant and I all have a real belief in the importance of the arts and the role it plays in society so where we can, we like to give back to that sector.”

And now these avant-garde lawyers are opening their ARTSpace to the Scenic Rim with the announcement of a prestigious inaugural art prize next year.

Such is their passion for the Arts, that this year, Behlau The 2022 Behlau Murakami Grant Landscape Art Prize Murakami Grant in conjunction with the Queensland College of Art, announced its annual Portraiture Prize which will be offered to artists depicting the landscape from the Scenic Rim. is the largest undergraduate portraiture prize in the state.

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In a homage to Australian artist Margaret Olley’s works from her time at Boonah in the 1960’s, the art prize is intended to put the regions beauty and artists on show.

Commercial litigation Partner Shane Grant said the award offering would also re-ignite interest in the landscape painting form and draw greater attention to the region.

“Covid has had a very negative effect on the fine arts, and we hope that the Prize will showcase the talent that the Scenic Rim has to offer."

“The exhibition of the works gives an opportunity for Scenic Rim artists to have their work on public display.”

“We are excited to see iconic Scenic Rim landscapes imortailised for this exhibition.”

The finalists of the 2022 Behlau Murakami Grant Landscape Art Prize will have their works exhibited at the Behlau Murakami Grant ARTSpace at Southport, Gold Coast before the announcement of the winner in October 2022.

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GUANABA 58 Collaroy Road For sale Having lived on the Gold Coast for 18 years it was a simple day out in the car that Simon and Glenda 'stumbled' across what would become their property in Guanaba Valley. Tucked away in a secluded pocket at the end of a cul-de-sac, it was a hidden gem, says Simon, and a quiet oasis in contrast to the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast.

It wasn’t just the privacy and quiet that appealed to creative duo Simon and Glenda.

The original landowner was a nurseryman and had planted over 20 Cuban Royal palms that now mature, are generously dotted around the property, adding to the feeling of living in tropical paradise. The relationship and vision the nurseryman had with the property made it feel more garden than paddock and Simon and Glenda have continued caring and contributing to the growth of the gardens. Unlike many surrounding properties that are quite long and narrow, theirs is more square than rectangle, giving them a broader exposure to the beautiful river at the back of the property.

Collectively they have travelled extensively. After many trips to Europe and the United States, the Pacific and pre-Covid often traversing from one side of Australia and back again, it was the Valley of Guanaba that felt like home the most.

Playful as much as architecturally considered, the design of the home came organically, a building up of layers as a suggestion from either Simon or Glenda and would lead to a fusion of ideas and a collaboration with select tradesmen.

Throughout their stunning home, parts of their individual personalities have been woven into the design, inspiration from their travels distilled into it. The soaring ceiling, with its clean lines, a nod to modern architecture and the mezzanine library with its bespoke bookshelves made of recycled hardwood, reminiscent of attic spaces in Europe.

Glenda herself designed the unique balustrading, complete with almost 30 meters of wrought iron, in an exquisite gumnut leaf motif. Each baluster was hand beaten and shaped and is also featured in the French style balcony window of the home office.

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It is clear that perfecting this home has been a creative pursuit for both Simon and Glenda whilst also placing emphasis on the longevity and sustainability aspect of materials sourced.

Blackbutt hardwood floors feature through most of the open living spaces, with Italian limestone tiles in the kitchen honed to a smooth (semi-gloss) finish.

They salvaged hardwood cabinets from a Brisbane school, painted them white and added a built- in desk, making the kitchen a multifunctional space and a special hub for family to connect during busy meal times.

A tight-knit family, more time with Brisbane based grandchildren is beckoning and for them, it is time to close the chapter living in their beloved Guanaba home and start a new story.

the daily walks down through the bush to the river where all of life’s important decisions are made, enjoying their state-of-the-art theatre room with a glass of wine, sitting together in the living room in front of their granite fireplace on a cold Winter's day, and appreciating the mysterious quiet that settles across the property when rain falls.

Whilst it will be a bittersweet move for Simon and Glenda, they are excited for another couple or family to make this home their own and create new memories in this piece of paradise.

To view more deatils on this listing, visit scenicroad.com.au/bu

When pressed to choose what they will miss the most about the property and home, they can’t decide. It will be the early morning light that pours in from the eastern side,

Drew Slack-Smith

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CANUNGRA Post Office For sale

As a child toys were often cast aside for pretty notepads and stamps and from six years of age, she longed to own her own Post Office. To Cheryl, there was a sense of whimsy and romance to such an endeavour. She envisioned pigeon holes filled with mail waiting to get delivered, drawers and shelves filled with stamps, rubber bands and paperclips and in 1995, Cheryl was close to achieving her dream, however life had other plans and the dream was temporarily put on hold.

It wasn’t until moving to Canungra five years ago that her lifelong dream was realised. Relocating to the township of Canungra was an easy decision and a place they found immediately appealing with its ‘country feel', friendly locals and tight knit community. It was then that she and husband, Greg purchased the Post Office and home in King Street and lovingly renovated it, before purchasing their current home in Tamborine Street that again they have renovated to reflect their personal style.

No matter the season, commuting to work is no more than a 3 minute walk, the LPO (Licenced Post Office) conveniently nestled amongst the ‘hustle and bustle' of Christie Street.

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As Cheryl proudly opens all of the drawers in her office, it’s clear that since owning the business she has been in her element and effortlessly adheres to the saying, "A place for everything and everything in its place."

Importantly, the LPO is the towns own stockist of back to school book packs, a saving grace for local parents. Having spent a number of years as a Queensland State Manager for a school supply company, this has been a pillar of the business whilst also allowing her to continue her passion for both education and stationary.

Internationally recognised as a global postal service and within Australia, just about as iconic as a jar of Vegemite, purchasing an LPO and specifically Cheryl’s LPO, comes with plenty of training as well as the joy of being part of, not only a quintessential Australian company, but the community too.

As Cheryl and Greg look to pull up roots and move on to new ventures, with both home and business on the market, she looks to what might be next.

I have always wanted to own a skating rink she muses with a grin.

To view this listing, visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Drew Slack-Smith

0407 324 399 drew@scenicroad.com.au scenicroad.com.au/buy

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TAMBORINE 32 Tuggerah Grove Sold

Driving out to Tuggerah Grove in Tamborine, we met and spoke with avid Bee-Keeper, Colleen, to chat about the evolution of her skincare range, Jordella, a range of products enriched with bush honey from her very own farm, a property recently sold by Scenic Road.

14 years ago, in the search of a skincare range suitable for sensitive skin for her Mother, sister and grandaughters, Jordan and Ella, Colleen was dismayed with the lack of chemical-free beauty products in the market.

With a background in bee-keeping, cosmetic chemistry, formulation, and aromatherapy, Colleen created Jordella, a skincare range for sensitive skin. As we sat next to the bee hives, and we learnt that bees have a flight path of their own, and the importance of staying out of that path, the deep respect and passion Colleen has for both bee's and her skin care range is obvious. Like her business, our chat evolved and we moved onto life and the challenges we all face at one time or another. Colleen walked us through what the last couple of years were like and how Scenic Road Properties helped herself and husband Gerard through one of life's more challenging times...

"When COVID initially hit, life threw us more than one curve ball and for various reasons we sadly had to sell our newly built dream home. Being experienced entrepreneurs, we thought we should try and sell our own home. We set about doing our own marketing, but despite the interest, the house didn’t sell. Life felt like it had completely stalled until we picked up Scenic Road Magazine and flicked through to Scenic Road Properties. Immediately we were drawn to Drew and his ethos. Upon meeting him, after all our struggles, he was like a breath of fresh air. Scenic Road Properties enlisted new photographers and videographers, doing it their way, and within 24 hours we had four buyers interested and later that night, three offers on the table.

We accepted an offer, Drew making what had been a very challenging time, easy. The transaction was very well executed, and we would thoroughly recommend Drew and the team at Scenic Road Properties."

To purchase Jordella products, visit jordella.com.au or to view this sold property visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

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0407 324 399 drew@scenicroad.com.au scenicroad.com.au/buy

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TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN DISTILLERY After 28 years, the iconic Tamborine Mountain Distillery still remains a 'must-do' on the list of many. During this time, they really have established somewhat of a cult following!

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Once you have tried their liqueurs, it is easy to see why. Since 1993, they have won over 300 National and International awards for their Liqueurs and Spirits, making them the most awarded Australian distillery in the new Millennium.

Over this time, they have maintained a true artisanal approach to their processes, honouring traditional methods of production that have been passed down through generations from the founder’s Russian and Ukrainian family heritage, methods that still remain key to the production processes of the distillery as we know it today.

Utilising a range of specialised copper pots and state of the art reflux stills, their production team create a superb range of spirits and tinctures that provide the essence and foundation of their products.

Visitors can now go behind the scenes of this working craft distillery and learn first-hand about the various production processes. Distillery tours last approximately one hour and include a welcome Gin and Tonic on arrival (or any spirit and mixer of your choice), a guided tour of the museum, an exclusive walk through the working distillery before finishing with a tasting flight.

All distillery tours have a maximum of 10 guests per tour, a truly boutique experince for all. tamborinemountaindistillery.com/product/distillery-tours/ 10 Macdonnell Rd, Tamborine Mountain, Queensland (07) 5545 3452 tamborinemountaindistillery 32

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Like a ringer, Ringers Western, with its grassroots simplicity, high standard of design and quality, is tough, adaptable, and sometimes cheeky. But offers class and loyalty.

This basis for simplicity, sets Ringers Western way ahead of the mob.

STORES Flagship store 18 Kingston Drive Helensvale, QLD 4212 Ringers Western Toowoomba 509 Boundary Street, Toowoomba, QLD 4350 Ringerswestern.co @ringerswestern

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GLAMPING

ACTIVITIES

Like you've never glamped before...For some a great glamping experience is being parked up with a luxurious tent, in the middle of the wilderness. But what about this for an experience, surrounded by rainforest, with adventure activities, premium dining and luxuries all at hand. Welcome to the new Woodland Tents at Cedar Creek Lodges Tamborine Mountain, also home of the adventurers playground – Thunderbird Park – this takes fun and glamping to a whole new level.

If relaxing in your tent or going for a bush walk isn’t quite adventurous enough for you, and you are still a child at heart, then why not try one of the many activities on site. Choose from the TreeTop Challenge, Laser Tag, Thunderegg Fossicking, Crystal and Gold panning, Lake Paddle Boats, Putt Putt Golf or Animal Farm.

There are a number of activities at the park, all of which are listed on the Thunderbird Park website below – bookings are recommended.

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Set in the Tamborine National Rainforest, on 114 acres of privately owned land, only 45 min from the Gold Coast, and an hour from Brisbane – is Cedar Creek Lodges and Thunderbird Park. A destination that offers guests a rainforest experience, with a wide range of activities and a number of accommodation options to choose from.

Do as little or as much as you like here, there’s no shortage of entertainment or relaxation in this unique setting.

For light snacks the park’s Kiosk is only a short stroll away.

Coffee, sandwiches, salads and ice creams.

ACCOMMODATION If you’re a couple looking for a fun yet luxurious glamping experience then this is it. The Woodland Tents are the perfect blend between luxury-style accommodation and camping in natural surrounds. Set overlooking the beautiful flowing water of Cedar Creek, the new Woodland Tents provide the ultimate experience in rustic luxury. Enjoy kingsized bed, large couch, wide screen TV, BBQ, fire pit and relaxed seating on the timber deck overlooking the creek below, not forgetting each tent has a private ensuite and outdoor shower.

RAINFOREST RESTAURANT For those who like to indulge the taste buds in an intimate setting, the Rainforest Restaurant and Lounge Bar will not disappoint. Enjoy a premium dining menu while sampling your way through the extensive wine and cocktail menu, after all, it’s not far to walk back to your tent. And the next day, simply keep on relaxing Scenic Rim Farm to Fork hamper which can be added on at the time of booking.

All in all – a destination offering a wonderfully unique experience, for those who enjoy the outdoors, adventure and a little luxury. cedarcreeklodges.com.au | (07) 5545 7990 info@cedarcreeklodges.com.au cedarcreeklodges

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A place and a dream… of a simpler, slower way of life.

Hazelwood Estate is a privately-owned Wagyu and polo farm nestled beside the world heritage-listed Lamington National Park and the rolling hills of Beechmont and Binna Burra. A world away from the hustle and bustle of city living, our luxury country retreat offers guests a chance to escape routine and return to what’s real.

Escape to Hazelwood Estate and taste the region’s finest ingredients, sip a drink on the sunset terrace or relax in five-star luxury.

LUXURY ACCOMMODATION | CORPORATE RETREATS | THE PADDOCK RESTAURANT | EVENTS Hazelwoodestate.com.au

422 Binna Burra Road Beechmont, Queensland, Australia

07 5602 9710 enquiries@hazelwoodestate.com.au

RubyBOUTIQUE Lou E-Commerce in the Hinterland Operating from the hinterland, Ruby Lou Boutique is a local online fashion store, servicing the needs of women looking for that personalised online shopping experience. Owner Amber Walker, an experienced retail business woman explains how it was never her intention to own an e-commerce store, “life just progressed that way”, we uncovered what a wonderful opportunity that turned out to be.

“After 11 great years of owning a shop front in Tamborine Mountain, I was ready for a change. I had loved seeing my customers on a daily basis, however manning a shop and juggling two young daughters, I was ready for that change. My girls absolutely love watching me work from home and will often help process orders and post packages, it’s been such a great move in terms of our work life balance.”

With statistics reporting an explosion of growth for e-commerce, it looks like it was also the right commercial move to make for this young Mum and entrepreneur.

“However you want to look at it, a lot of hard work goes into running any business, especially an on-line business, but for me it’s about being consistent in the type of product you provide while also providing a high level of interactive service. Ruby Lou Boutique consistently offers fun easy to wear Bohemian fashion... from timeless classic staples to pastel floral prints to bold statement pieces, from the petite to the plus sizes, we have something for all women. On the topic of customer service, I think it’s important to give online customers the same retail experience but from the convenience of their own homes. I have built up wonderful relationships, while shopping on our website my customers know they can contact me via the live chat box or send a message on social media. Quality garments, good prices and 5-star service, it’s not really rocket science.”

To view Amber's online store head to rubylouboutique.com.au or visit her social media pages… rubylouboutique.com.au 0421 862 361 rubylouboutique

My Country Escape Boutique fashion

and homewares

29 Christie Street, Canungra, Queensland, Australia • (07) 55434042 mycountryescape • www.mycountryescape.com.au

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Lydia’s Garden

by Samantha Dusting

“Lydia's Garden is a tribute to my wonderful Grandma, Lydia Alice, affectionately known to all as Mickee.

She had an amazing Victorian cottage garden and shared her love of flowers with my sister Emma and I. When we visited we were given a basket and a pair of snips and allowed to cut as many flowers as we liked.”

Hand crafted orders for special celebrations, weddings, wreaths, corporate functions and events, or the perfect way to say…“I love you."

Purchases and orders are taken at My Country Escape in the heart of Canungra.

Follow on Facebook, Instagram or www.lydiasgarden.com.au or call 0488 664 183

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ORGANICS WITH LOVE Two years ago, having been faced with some challenging health issues within her family and in search of answers, local ray of sunshine Donna felt driven to purchase her own health food store, O.W.L Wholefoods (Organics With Love). With a focus on organic produce, wholefoods and natural home products, O.W.L Wholefoods provides other local families greater access to organic food and alternative health and lifestyle options.

Passionate and driven by her own journey, Donna is deeply knowledgeable and equally as friendly, both she and her wonderful staff members are always happy to assist customer’s getting back to a place of wellness and finding balance within their life.

Knowing how essential clean eating is for one’s health, OWL Wholefoods also comprises of a café, serving nutrient rich food daily and if you can’t quite relinquish your need for caffeine, they also make delicious organic coffee on-site.

Located on the picturesque Kidston Street in Canugra, they are open 7 days a week.

8 Kidston Street Canungra (07) 5543 4371 owlwholefoods owlwholefoods.com.au

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CANUNGRA BOOKS & ART There’s something nostalgic, familiar and grounding about a book shop. Perhaps it is because we live in a world that is largely digital, we crave the calm and tactile touch of paper now more than ever.

Jan McGregor, owner of Canungra Books and Art, fondly remembers her Great Aunt reading to her a childhood favourite, The Owl and the Pussy Cat, a book she still loves to this day. When travelling abroad Jan tells us, she always sought comfort in the warmth and smell of a book store, whether she was in London, Paris, Edinburgh or Berlin, walking into a bookshop always felt like home.

At every corner, Canungra Books and Art is a place to experience Jan’s love of literature and art, vintage clothing and clever finds that are reminiscent of a world gone by. Jan shares with us what she loves most about owning a book store. “I think for me it’s peoples' reaction when they step inside my book store. For some people it’s magical, their faces light up, and I love it when kids

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come running from the front gate up the stairs and head straight to the kids’ section. Our littlest customers are such a delight. I just love that we can bring new life to precious old books, that we can support local artisans and authors and that we can help find that special book that someone might have been searching for, for years.

With the store set for expansion, the future is bright for books at Canungra Books and Art. Whilst retaining the current 'old' Queenslander atmosphere, the bookshop will soon be expanding with additional rooms for customers to meander through with inviting spaces for people to pause and absorb the powerful presence of books.

canungrabooksandart.com.au Open daily 9.30am to 4pm canungrabooksandart

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Country-style interiors Local custom design and construct firm – Hobbs Building & Interiors – are renowned for elevating client projects through the effective use of design, interiors and styling. hobbsbuilding.com.au

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Due to ever growing popularity, Hobbs’ Interiors offerings have evolved into a full service design agency, focused on maximising livable spaces wherever you are.

BUILDING DESIGN Allow Hobbs’ creative talent team to facilitate the design, flow and style of your upgrade, residential home or major renovation. Thorough research and due diligence is taken to ensure crafted designs meet client’s budget expectations; more importantly achieve functional and aesthetic objectives. Customised Design Packages include professional reports plus sustainable considerations such as water, water treatment and thermal systems while teaming up with Scenic Rim partners.

COLOUR CONSULTING Leave nothing including colours to chance! Ensure exterior and interiors achieve a united look and feel with a tailored colour consultation. Introduce character and personality to your home (or commercial office space) which compliments existing features or completely transforms.

SPECIFY SELECTIONS Custom projects require an in depth, detailed and graphic selections process, including a tailored and hosted itinerary of Hobbs’ supplier showrooms, comprehensive materials schedule, mood boards and 2D coloured renders; resulting in a comprehensive exterior and interior schedule of all hard items and finishes including joinery, flooring, paint, fixtures.

Opt for soft furnishings such as curtains and upholstery.

SOURCE AND SUPPLY Benefit from Hobbs’ industry experience and connections to include the complete management of the project supply chain including the procurement process, trade coordination, homewares warehousing plus sourcing and supplying hard and soft items.

SPACE PLANNING Book a virtual House to Home transformation online ($550 per room). Simply complete our Q&A including images of your home, room dimensions, budget and inspiration styles.

Hobbs design your unique moodboard (per room), propose colour schemes and furniture and homewares layouts (toscale), all for your approval.

Procure the suggested items via a tailored shopping list devised to meet budget expectations.

Pictured above: Images as seen in Country Style Magazine (Sept 2021) Photography by Hannah Puechmarin; Styling by Cheryl Carr

WHAT OUR WONDERFUL CLIENTS SAY “I love it! Thank you so much for putting this together! We’ve got a little newborn so things move quite slowly here at home, but at least now I have a plan to slowly work towards. It’s so easy to buy one item here and there when it appeals, only to find you’re left with a heap of mismatched interior items. At least now I can avoid that. I didn’t know what to expect when you first contacted me, but I’m very pleasantly surprised at how helpful having someone else’s eyes reinterpret my ideal room. So huge thanks again.

I really appreciate the work you’ve put in and know I’ll be coming back to your plans and lists for future reference as we make our house a home” Charissa, Bellbird Park QLD

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Raising a Community Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure

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It is well documented that when children feel safe, secure and supported, they grow in confidence. They then explore their environment, and feel comfortable to develop trust in those who care for them.

Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure Maudsland, now open since October 2020, pride themselves on working towards establishing a community of trust not only within the classroom but to the wider community. They acknowledge that it takes a village to raise a child. Through community connections and family input Sanctuary work together to foster a sense of belonging for not only

As the centre welcomes new Gold Coast Hinterland families each week, the team are committed to giving back. This is through supporting charities and organisations like Hope In A Suitcase, Act For Kids, Green Heroes and Jeans for Genes, raising awareness and funds for those who need it most.

Creating a community of little caring people and fostering trust within the Sanctuary family, extends to their regular parent committee meetings where a team of parents and staff meet to discuss how they can do more for each child and the wider community.

children and families, but every single person who walks through their doors. Children who are regularly involved in a diverse community, develop language and social skills and an acceptance of varying traditions, views and beliefs. Providing diverse education is crucial in playing a part in a child’s foundation. Sanctuary endeavour to instil in each child a respect for the world around them, from each individual encounter and each encounter with their environment. The Sanctuary team help to embed values of connections and respect through environmental sustainability, education, and education on the history of this land.

Through their practicing philosophy and education, Sanctuary are becoming a positive influence on lives and identities of the children and families of the Gold Coast Hinterland.

For more information on Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure or to enrol, visit sanctuarylearning.com.au or call 07 5551 6729.

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Summer fare IMAGES AND WORDS BY CARIN GARLAND

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As the days start warming up again, afternoons stretching out longer, the outdoors are calling again and what better way to kick off the warmer months with an afternoon picnic?

Tomato and spinach frittata recipe by Kate Raymont 1 punnet Kalfresh organic snacking tomatoes, cut in half 1 cup Norco thickened cream ½ cup Norco grated parmesan 8 Watson organic eggs ½ cup chopped parsley 1 cup spinach Salt and pepper 120g feta cheese crumbled Preheat oven to 180 degrees. Line a baking tin with baking paper or grease an oven proof dish with olive oil or butter.

Break eggs into a large bowl and add cream, spinach, parsley, parmesan and salt and pepper to taste.

Whisk well to combine.

Pour into baking tin and top with crumbled Persian feta and tomatoes. Bake for 25-30 minutes until frittata is puffed and golden.

Remove from oven and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Juggling family life and work, as many of us are, why not spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the family and source food en-route as we did, supporting and stopping in at local bakeries. Arthur Clive’s Family Bakehouse have been making home baked goodies for the Scenic Rim Region since 1936, their tried and true recipes standing the test of time. Specialising in pies, baked goods and melt-in-your-mouth pastries, we grabbed some of their pecan and macadamia tartlets and recommend a good dollop of whipped cream. Because.

Well, cream. And it goes with everything on a picnic!

Speaking of cream, we love supporting local brands like Norco, and their cream certainly did not go astray. We recommend a good wodge of cream on a scone and we picked some up at the local IGA in Boonah, making preparing for an afternoon picnic as easy as pie!

The amazing Kate Raymont and Scenic Rim Farm Shop jumped onboard the picnic train, whipping up some delicious freshly baked baguettes and superb frittatas, perfect for a hungry tribe.

Planning a special luncheon? Just add pretty linen like we did, with statement crockery (check out My Country Escape for more divine pieces) and add some pretty florals to add that wow factor. Rachel from Elderflower Farm creates stunning seasonal florals and will help to bring any floral dream to life!

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...for the sweet tooth

Picnic style guide Location The Scenic Rim Farm Shop and Café, Kalbar Florals Elderflower Farm, Kalbar Baguettes, Salad and Frittata Kate Raymont and Scenic Rim Farm Shop & Café Berries Oppy’s Fruit & Veg, Boonah Tarts and Biscuits Arthur Clive’s Family Bakehouse, Boonah Thickened Cream Norco Foods Scones Ritchies Supa IGA, Boonah Cake stand, melamine picnic plates My Country Escape, Canungra Napkins Butler & Grace, Mount Tamborine Cushions Duck Junction, Boonah Tumblers Freedom

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ZANZIBAR HAIRSTYLING Modern techniques and experienced Master Stylists...

The fun and vibrant team at Zanzibar Hairstyling Salon recently came together to showcase their undeniable skill in hair ARTISTRY. Taking their skills to a handful of eager models, they transformed their clients' look with the latest trends.

Salon owner Diane Robson tells us it is in her continued passion that ensures her team are up to date in the most current industry learnings. With over 100 years combined experience, this highly skilled team of master stylists join forces each day at their luxurious salon, located on Christie Street, Canungra.

Zanzibar clients can expect a carefully guided and tailored hair experience, while using PURE colours which are Australian made containing organic extracts without the use of sulphates and parabens.

Their in-salon and take home product range includes, PURE, JUICE, DAVINESS and PAUL BROWN .

Adding to the salon's five star experience, is their resident relaxation therapist Ruth Robson, who offers clients her extensive expertise in holistic health and relaxation therapies.

Make an appointment with one of the Zanzibar Master Stylists today – Diane Robson (salon owner), Tracey Braidwood, Haley Edwards, and experience hair artistry right here in the Scenic Rim.

Shop 5, 28-30 Christie St, Canungra zanzibarhairstyling | 5514 6266 info@zanzibarhairstyling.com.au zanzibarhairstyling.com.au Hairstylists: Zanzibar Hairstyling team Models: Harmony Baldan-Vine (above), Lily McAdam (bottom right), Millie Bryant (top right) Make-up artist: Lucinda Curtis; Photographer: Wet Paint Photography, Ruth Petre

Là Modè Collection When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade, or in this case Limoncello. Meet young Mum and new Beaudesert business owner, Kirsty-Lea doing just that. Emerging from lockdown restrictions with a good dose of inspiration, Kirsty-Lea identified the need for a homewares store in Beaudesert, and with the support of her loving husband Daniel, she made her dreams a reality – out of the lemons of lockdown, her beautiful homewares boutique – Là Modè Collection was born.

Since opening her beautiful bespoke homewares store, Kirsty-Lea has received much support from the Scenic Rim local community as well as the passing day trippers. Her keen eye for homewares, giftware and quality pieces, clearly more than just a fleeting hobby, Là Modè Collection is a warm and inviting space, a thoughtful collective of on trend colour palettes, carefully sourced items, keeping shoppers happily browsing until their hearts are content.

She tells us what she loves most about being a small business owner…“seeing the reactions of customers when they find something special for themselves or someone they love, that’s what gives me the most joy. And I also love selecting products for the store with this in mind.

I think with most small businesses it’s about putting your individuality into what you do, that’s why each boutique or café you visit in the region is unique. Small business owners are their businesses, and being a mother in business is also a huge achievement. My husband is my biggest supporter and is always pushing me to be the best I can be.”

Follow Là Modè Collection on Facebook and Instagram for the opportunity to win various giveaways. And don’t be shy, head on in to this bespoke boutique next time you are passing through the heart of the Scenic Rim – Kirsty-Lea is one clever inspiring young woman who certainly has made the most out of lemon times. lamodecollection.com.au Shop 2, 53-57 Brisbane Street, Beaudesert QLD lamodecollection

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Carolyn Buchan

Country to Coast Lawyers Carolyn Buchan, solicitor and lawyer of 13 years and local business owner of Country to Coast Lawyers. With 25 years in the legal field behind her, holding various positions within the Department of Justice, Corrective Services, Child Safety, The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and Queensland Police, Carolyn Buchan sought to create quality, client-focused legal services to her local community.

Country to Coast Lawyers in Beaudesert was born and whilst opening this office in Beaudesert allowed Carolyn to enjoy her interests as a Thoroughbred breeder and trainer, Carolyn was quick to identify the need for a second office in Beenleigh and now a third office in Southport.

Carolyn and her team from Country to Coast Lawyers provide caring and professional legal advice in the areas of Family law, criminal law, legal aid, and estates and family wills.

Contact Carolyn and her team from Country to Coast Lawyers today or visit their offices at countrycoastlawyers.com.au (07) 5541 4710 admin@countrytocoastlawyers.com.au 109 Brisbane Street, Beaudesert QLD 5/11 Main Street, Beenleigh, QLD

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Janie Coutts

Freedom Health & Fitness In 2017 Janie Coutts took a chance. She had only been working for Freedom Health & Fitness a short while, and with some encouragement from supportive family and friends, she came to the decision she wanted to make this her new life.

The effervescent Janie Coutts, now the owner of Freedom Health & Fitness Beaudesert, sits down with SR Magazine to tell us more about that leap of faith.

"I’d been a member of the gym since the day it first opened in 2005. I ended up working on reception for two years during which time I decided to complete my certification to become a personal trainer and class instructor. I then decided to bite the bullet and I approached the owners about selling. I could see the huge potential for the gym and how this career would give me great joy in my life.

It can be very different journey for people, some want to simply move their bodies, or do something for themselves, it isn’t all about weight loss and appearance."

What’s your daily inspiration?

"I’ve seen people gain wonderful self confidence, it really is absolutely amazing. Sure they’ve changed their appearance, but seeing how proud they are of themselves is heart warming! It makes me feel so proud! That is my daily inspiration for doing what I do."

What advice do you like to give to your clients when they first start this journey?

“Be kind to yourself, it's hard to be happy when someone is mean to you all the time!” We are so hard on ourselves!

What can people expect when they visit Freedom Health & Fitness Beaudesert?

"Well firstly they can expect to be greeted by our amazing staff, our team are a huge focus for me, the staff and instructors make this facility was it is. They’re invaluable because they understand the journey our members might be on, be it fitness, weight loss, health or mental health.

They’re wonderful motivators and supporters!

In terms of the equipment and layout, we offer a range of training options and aim to appeal to everyone. We have

various separate training areas; functional training, boxing, cardio equipment and weights. Our timetable is extremely comprehensive. With the help of some fantastic instructors we are able to offer a variety of yoga classes, Les Mills RPM and Body Pump provide awesome upbeat workouts, Boot Camp and functional training sessions in the Sin Bin. We also have lovely Sauna facilities and Kids Club for those Mum’s and Dad’s who just need some time to themselves."

What does Freedom Health & Fitness Beaudesert look like in the future?

"I’ve made plans to upgrade the flooring in our upstairs Studio and am always looking at new equipment options and training ideas. Watch this space. But the future is all about growing our membership and community…we have different age groups at all different stages, so we just want to continue being the friendly fitness centre that caters for everyone." freedomhealthandfitness.com.au (07) 5541 0999 | Open 24 hours 13 Duckett Street, Beaudesert QLD freedomhealthandfitnessbeaudesert

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The Overflow Estate 1895

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Life is finite and rare opportunities must be grasped firmly with both hands. This is one!!! Set on a gorgeous island in the azure blue Lake Wyaralong, this treasure is only an hour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. It’s a beautiful drive.

Helicopters can get you there in 15 minutes.

The local owners have established a serious agribusiness on the 4000 acres with about eight kilometres of waterfront. The jewel is this magnificent vineyard which produces GOLD MEDAL winning wines.

EAT Two French Chefs head chef Olivier Boudon creates a bespoke menu weekly that features the freshest of local Scenic Rim produce. Tantalisingly prepared to cater for every desire, the culinary delights seamlessly embody the best the region can offer. Rave reviews are awarded routinely. Importantly, the delicacies are matched perfectly with the wines.

AMBIENCE The architecturally stunning Cellar Door enjoys a lakeside position with unparalleled rural views. Exemplary service, live music on the weekends, wildlife galore and natural tranquility are all there to be savoured.

WINES This Mediterranean-like terroir is perfect for the Italian and Spanish varieties planted by the family. The whites are led by the Sardinian Vermentino and the Fiano from Campania.

Both are blended to make an extraordinary Storm Cru Sparkling White.

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The reds are Montepulciano from Abruzzo on the east coast of Italy and Tempranillo from the Toro region in Northern Spain. Together they also create the brilliant Storm Cru Sparkling Red. The Vermentino combines with the bleedings from the skins of the Montepulciano to make the highly sophisticated Rose'. Expect to be both genuinely surprised and pleasantly rewarded by these Queensland-grown offerings.

STAY Five luxury cabins are under construction now and are positioned deep in the forests for privacy. They are purposely elevated for spectacular views of the rugged mountains, the lush valleys and the sparkling lake. Expect early morning or dusk visits from kangaroos and wild deer. They will be available by December 2021.

Visit Wander at The Overflow 1895 for detailed information and coveted bookings.

The Estate also teams with Jayne and Dean from Glamping Hire Co. Their sumptuous tents are legendary and form an important, integral part of every event we orchestrate. theoverflowestate.com.au 04 55 22 1895 | info@theoverflowestate.com.au 1660 Beaudesert-Boonah Road, Beaudesert QLD

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Folk and Co. Feather Road Studios Grounded Village

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Starting three small businesses in four years...

If that sounds crazy, it probably was and still is.

However, Ami and Nadine who started out as coffee play date friends, are truly an inspiring pair. Upon meeting these two chalk and cheese gals, it becomes clear – they both enjoy a good laugh, are up for a challenge and are all about setting the bar high.

NADINE “We used to have coffee here at Cusack Lane, our favourite spot and had mentioned a couple of times how amazing it would be to actually create a few little shops and businesses around this beautiful café atmosphere.

Then Ami rang me one afternoon after picking the kids up and said “that space on the corner near the café is suddenly empty." We literally in the space of two minutes went that’s it, it’s happening let’s do it and she rang the owner, (we are both big universe people and believe in signs). We then gave ourselves six weeks to pull everything off and here we are.

In that short amount of time, their beautiful homewares store Feather Road Studios was born. Fast forward two years on and another shop space became available on the other side of the café – the ladies once again found themselves going with fate, and in 2019 their boutique Folk and Co. swung open its doors.

Now it can be said, that both stores offer customers a shopping experience rarely seen in this neck of the woods.

For those who are yet to visit their boutiques on Cusack Lane, we can confirm the girls' style rivals that of a trendy Byron Bay or James Street Burleigh boutique. But don’t worry, their business savvy instincts see items well priced and products you won’t find anywhere else in the local vicinity, (or Queensland for that matter).

Nadine, who always wanted to own her business after forging a career in corporate retail, remembers playing shops with her Grandma’s tins out of her cupboards when she was just a little girl.

And Ami says she grew up helping her mother in the kitchen of their café. Her whole life she watched her mother run her own business, ranging from cafes to gourmet delis and clothing brands. It’s no surprise to see these ladies thriving in their boutique shop environments and building quite literally a village community atmosphere.

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“Don’t second guess yourself, just have a go.”

Feather Road Studios was to have retail and offer creative workshops for kids and adults, as we both have children that learn differently and believe that creativity of any sort is really important for children’s development and growth as a person. The workshops were always popular and then Covid hit and workshops stopped and the retail side expanded. We had always ear marked this basement area under the building for something one day and here was that one day. Grounded Village was born, the new hub of creativity, events and whatever else our customers want to use the space for.”

So how do this energetic pair, both with their own families and homes to run, unwind and check out of work life…

NADINE “I’m laughing because I actually don’t know how to check out. I’m shocking. My brain often wanders and thinks about work even when I am not here. I think it’s mainly because I find myself constantly inspired no matter what I am doing. I do like to chill at home, but I also love adventuring outdoors in this amazing region. Doing things with family and friends is most important – along with a good cocktail."

AMI “I try to ride my horse a few days a week, even if it’s only brief. My partner and I are very lucky to have the same day off through the week so we make sure we use this time to do something together. We head down the beach, go for hikes in the mountains around here or long lunches and picnics are always good. I make time to be out in Nature and explore the hidden gems of our region (that’s why we love your mag ha ha). And I love to cook, especially for those I love, our children and my family."

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Real Weddings

Nick + Sonny Royal When

12th of June, 2021

Where O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, Queensland Wedding Planner Megan at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat, Queensland Photographer

Amy De Boer Photography

Hire Furniture

Scenic Rim Wedding Furniture

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Intimate cocktail soiree

"We have always been deeply inspired by nature and the great outdoors, in particular Lamington National Park.

We wanted to incorporate this at the heart of our wedding theme by taking our guests on an adventure to truly experience the refined beauty that is so close to our hearts.

We aimed to capture the forest backdrop at every corner to inspire those we care about most in a place that helped define our relationship."

When

Grace + James Downes 26th of March, 2021

Where

Christmas Creek in the Scenic Rim

Wedding Planner

Bronwyn McDonald, Scenic Rim Bride

Photographer

Figtree Pictures

Ceremony Location

Tamrookum Church

Reception Location

Christmas Creek Thoroughbreds

Wedding Style Timeless elegance. The Bride wore a couture ruffled gown for a traditional church ceremony before slipping into a modern minimalist dress for the evening celebrations.

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LORETTA KARAZINOV Scenic Rim based artist Loretta Karazinov works in a range of mediums including photography, oils on canvas and wood, and mixed media. Her life-long love of botanical subjects and nature is evident in her captivating work.

0402 610 261 • bluethumb.com.au/Loretta bloominglovely73@bigpond.com • blooming_lovely_tamborinemount

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Relax & enjoy a night of beautiful country style & indulgence at our magnificent residence.

Located in the cute historic town of Kalbar, sits the beautiful, Herrmann House. A large homestead that offers a luxurious overnight stay. This elegant homestead includes 4 bedrooms, 4 bathroms, 2 loungerooms and 2 kitchenettes. There’s also a large outdoor bbq/dining area as well as a firepit under the stars.

It’s the perfect elegant escape to the country.

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Duck Junction There is something so perfectly quaint and quirky about the main street of Boonah. There is a feeling like it is still holding on to days gone by, and a sense of community and country can be found on every corner of the township that is Boonah. Co-owners Wendy and Leila have struck the perfect balance of maintaining an authenticity to their boutique country store whilst also weaving sophistication, reminiscent of Paddington’s Latrobe Terrace.

wall art and pieces to fill your home across various design genres including rustic Farmhouse, Hampton’s, Plantation and Classic contemporary.

Leila and Wendy have perfectly curated their stock, selecting stunning and textural soft furnishings, lamps,

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Feeling stuck for ideas for that special someone? Feel stuck no more as Duck Junction also stock beautiful gifts to please your loved ones on any occasion.

If you are feeling a little overwhelmed by choice the ladies, both keen decorators, are on hand to help select Whether you have a mild or full-blown obsession (guilty!) pieces to fit into your home, whether you want it look like with homewares, walking into Duck Junction on Boonah’s it has been a part of your home forever, or are in need of High Street will not disappoint. With every sweeping gaze, a bold hero piece to reflect your personal style. you will be oohing and aahhing with delight in no time.

Grace Your Space Isn’t it funny, we prioritise and invest hours into dieting, exercise, health treatments, and so many other aspects of our lives, yet how many of us actually stop and consider the health of our home as well as its energy, and how harmonious is it?

Suz from ‘Grace Your Space' is a Holistic Interior Designer, focusing on both the traditional aspects of Interior Design like furnishings, lighting, colour and functionality with an added emphasis on decluttering, organizing (yes please!), and other intangible elements like health, smell, air and sound quality.

The last 24 months have made it very apparent that home should represent a safe haven away from the external

stresses of the world. A sanctuary that helps charge our emotional and mental health rather than having a detrimental effect.

Driven by a deep passion for health and interiors, Suz has an incredible ability to transform homes into beautiful, liveable environmentally conscious spaces in a cost-effective manner.

If you are in need of some guidance and where to start, contact Suz for a friendly discussion or view her skilful handy work (before and afters) via the website and socials.

Her ability to ‘Grace your Space' is truly a gift. graceyourspacesuz 0416 265 836 graceyourspace.com.au

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Roll down the windows, feel the wind in your hair, put on your favourite road trip playlist and explore all that our stunning region has to offer.

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Scenic Rim Farm Shop & Café Just outside the heart of Kalbar, nestled under towering Jacarandas, sits the beautiful Scenic Rim Farm Shop. Grab yourself a table or picnic under the shade of the trees and enjoy the homemade, locally sourced and wholesome food made by Kate Raymont. Shop local produce and specialty items.

Stroll a mere 10 meters and into the farm shed of Elderflower Farm’s garden shop for freshly cut flowers and rustic homewares. Meander around the property’s stunning flower farm and gardens and inhale the fresh country air. scenicrimfarmshop.com.au Scenic Rim Farm Shop & Café scenicrimfarmshop 0429 452 637 | Kalbar

Beaudesert Café With their modern inspired cuisine with an Asian fusion, and pastries to die for, Beaudesert Café is located in the heart of Beaudesert. Enjoy the relaxed vibe, modern fit out (is it just us or is everyone else obsessed with concrete polished floors too??) read the newspaper and fill your body with ridiculously good food.

beaudesert_cafe Beaudesert Cafe (07) 5541 2504

Café on Cusack We adore this beautiful little café. This hidden gem (that everyone should know about) with its own fairy light laden alleyway is worth the small deviation into Jimboomba. Café on Cusack is rustic and sweet and serves us incredible food. Their menu will have you doing little happy claps and you’ll be wanting to be a regular in no time.

cafeoncusack Cafe On Cusack (07) 5540 3597 | Jimboomba

El Social The newest addition to the main street of Canungra is El Social, formerly the Canungra Hub Café. New owners Verity and Ivan have taken this thriving café and given it a tasteful twist, offering café culture by day and Tapas bar vibes by night. It needs to be noted, this venue serves up great café staples as well as to die for cakes (all handmade from scratch) and the authentic Tapas style menu drawing inspiration from Ivan's South American heritage.

el.social 0422 894 174 | Canungra

The Overflow Estate 1895 Situated just a short drive from Beaudesert, overlooking the serenity of Wyaralong Dam, is the breathtaking OVERLFOW ESTATE 1895 – a working cattle farm and vineyard. Resident Chef Olivier Boudon serves up a French inspired menu, perfectly paired with delicious wines, stunning views and the mesmerizing architectural work of Con Zahos, of Loucas Zahos Architects.

Owners David and Noleen are often on hand, guiding visitors through the cellar door, taste testing and sharing their love of this most special place. theoverflowestate1895.com.au theoverflowestate1895 0455 221 895 | Wyaralong Dam

Hickory Slow A favourite with those 'in the know', Hickory Slow, specialises in American BBQ featuring slow-smoked meats, delicious sides and cocktails. Enjoy Tamborine Mountain’s cosiest restaurant, serving up comforting food that the entire crew will love. Executive Chef and restaurant owner Brad, demonstrates his undeniable experience and passion for authentic smoked BBQ food, along with local wines, craft beers and house-made cocktails. If food made from scratch packed with loads of flavour is your thing, then Hickory Slow is your 'go to' for a big hearty feed. hickoryslow.com.au Tamborine Mountain

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Ginja Ninja Sushi Café & Bar Catering for every demographic, Ginja Ninja in Canungra serves up fresh handmade Japanese inspired food in the coolest of settings. An absolute favourite with locals this hole in the wall style Café and Bar oozes good vibes. Fresh Sashimi, Gyoza, Karaage burger with Ninja fries... and so much more. Whether you’re chasing a quick bite to eat or want to hang out and stay a while, Ginja Ninja never disappoints. ginjaninjasushicafe ginjaninjasushicafe (07) 5543 5198 | Canungra

Flying Bean Café The Flying Bean Café is located in the Gold Coast Hinterland at the iconic Rosin's Lookout at Beechmont, overlooking the Numimbah Valley and Mt Warning.

Watch the hang gliders take flight whilst enjoying coffee, locally sourced menu items and enjoy those spectacular views that Beechmont is famous for. flyingbeancafe.com.au Flying Bean Café flyingbean_cafe (07) 5533 3915 | Beechmont

Hanoob Views Surrounded by dramatic rolling hills and stunning vistas, if you are in need of a country getaway to leave your city troubles behind, with your fur baby in tow (yes, Hanoob Views is pet friendly) then allow us to suggest Hanoob Views. Just 20 minutes outside of Boonah, in Carney’s Creek, Hanoob Views offers either 'The Villa' or 'The Cottage'.

The ultimate place to relax, it is close to wineries, a lavender farm, country pubs, and stunning scenic drives. hanoobviews.com Hanoobviews 0438 193 649 | Carney's Creek

The Old Laravale School Originally Errisvale Provisional School before becoming Laravale School, this renovated Farmhouse was built in 1907 and is perfect for small group bookings looking for a country vacay, or is an excellent choice of venue as a sewing, craft, scrapbooking, yoga, wellness, or workshop retreat. If you are looking for an authentic country style experience just a short drive from the township of Beaudesert, then this is it. www.theoldlaravaleschool.com theoldlaravaleschool@gmail.com The Old Laravale School 0402 309 047 | Laravale

Herrmann House Multi- award winning Herrmann House features 4-bedrooms and a 4.5 star luxury esperience. Stunningly decorated this makes for a wonderful choice for brides to be, couples after a romantic weekend away or friends wanting to reconnect in a beautiful setting. Perfect all year round with firepits and outdoor BBQ, get cosy or relax outdoors in the Hamptons chairs and in the warmer months enjoy sitting under the star-filled sky. herrmannhouse.com.au Herrmann House herrmannhousekalbar 0478 767 046 | Kalbar

Country Mile Escape Nestled amongst the picturesque rolling hills of the Scenic Rim’s, Flying Fox valley, this stylishly appointed accommodation provides the perfect setting for couples looking to rejuvenate and reconnect with nature. Country Mile Escape offers two luxury studios located on a 70 acres cattle property, enjoy long walks around the property and breathtaking scenery. countrymileescape.com.au Country Mile Escape country_mile_escape 0419 090 246 | Flying Fox

Gully Station Located just a short drive from Canungra is the gorgeous Gully Station Boutique Retreat. The perfect place from which to explore local villages and townships such as Canungra, Tamborine Mountain and Beechmont.

Luxurious and rustic, private and picturesque, this self-contained retreat will have you feeling relaxed and refreshed in no time.

Gully Station gully.station 0407 100 540 | Witheren

Hazelwood Estate The new kid on the Scenic Rim block, Hazelwood Estate is a working Wagyu and Polo farm with luxuriously appointed cabins, serving up premium dining in an unbeatable location. If you’re looking for an experience like no other in the Scenic Rim or even South East Queensland, then this privately owned property turned luxury escape, is not to be missed. Walk the beautiful grounds taking in fresh Beechmont mountain air, sample your way through top notch wines and locally sourced produce, then watch the sunset over rolling green hills… and if you wish, stay the night, and do it all again tomorrow. hazelwoodestate.com.au hazelwoodestate hazelwoodestate (07) 5602 9710 | Beechmont

Lumieré Farmhouse Feel at home in this beautiful country setting and gorgeous traditional Queenslander, Lumiere Farmhouse. Perfectly located just a short drive from the quaint village of Boonah, you can easily visit nearby attractions such as Olive View Estate, Harrisville Hotel and Summer Land Camels. Or perhaps just take time to reconnect with the ones you love, making memories to last a lifetime.

Lumiere Farmhouse lumiere_farmhouse 0416 265 836 | Boonah

Mt Barney Lodge Taking adventure and scenery to the next level is Mt Barney Lodge, located in the foothills of Mount Barney National Park. Park up the caravan alongside the crystal waters of the Logan River, take in the mountain views or stay in one of the traditional Queenslanders on the property. Book in for a guided trek through Mount Barney National Park, whether you are a beginner or experienced hiker, or you simply want to enjoy the surrounds and get back to nature, this location is an amazing experience all year round. mtbarneylodge.com.au

Mt Barney Lodge (07) 55443233 | Mount Barney

Summer Land Camels If you are seeking a unique experience, we highly suggest Summer Land Camels. With stunning views of Flinders Peak, there is a café onsite, camel rides, farm tours and a plethora of chemical free, pasture raised Camel Milk products to choose from. Summer Land Camels was drawn together by a diverse group of people with a passion for camels, nurturing the land and building a sustainable industry that harnesses the incredible potential of these beautiful animals. summerlandcamels.com.au Summer Land Camels summerlandcamels (07) 5467 1707 | Harrisville

Mountview Alpaca Farm With a focus on customer experience, Mountview Alpaca Farm (located inside O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards), offers visitors unique one-on-one Alpaca experiences along with many packages such as an Alpaca Picnic, or 'Wine, Cheese & Alpacas!' Create beautiful memories with the family and enjoy the stunning vineyard setting and Canungra Creek with your furry new friends. Head over to the gift store before you leave and browse the extensive product range. mountviewfarm.com.au Mountview Alpaca Farm mountviewalpaca

0490 973 865 | Canungra

Thunderbird Park Where do we start with Thunderbird Park? There is so much to do here!

Stretching over 114 acres, this is where adventure meets nature!

Strap yourself in and zip your way through the treetops on ziplines, flying fox, high ropes and tree top bridges. It is certainly one of the most popular attractions they have on offer (you will love it as much as the kids do!), but don’t forget to mine for crystals, have a round of mini golf, feed the birds, swim in the rockpools and play laser skirmish. Recently renovated and beautifully done, the food is amazing. If you are bringing the kids, enjoy not hearing, 'I’m bored' for the ENTIRE day! thunderbirdpark.com Thunderbird park thunderbirdpark (07) 5545 1468 | Tamborine

Grounded Village Looking for something a little creative?

Grounded Village is a creative workshop and events space.

Bringing together local makers and creators to teach you to create your own way. Grounded Village offers kids and adults classes, school term workshops, private events such as baby showers and bridal showers. The girls can work with you to create an exclusi ve event to celebrate any occasion. Jump on their website to check out all the upcoming workshops. featherroadstudios.com.au Grounded Village

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0434 529 656 | Jimboomba

Canungra Books & Art If you’re planning a visit to Canungra Books & Art, set aside ample time to pour over hundreds of books, ranging from all types of genres from years past and present. Immerse yourself in a whole building full of books. Jan’s beautiful store also pays homage to vintage clothes, jewellery and art. Historical finds that will have smiling with delight or possibly drifting off to a past era. canungrabooksandart.com.au canungrabooksandart 0418 792 161 | Canungra

My Country Escape Filled to the rafters with amazing country finds, beautiful boutique homewares, incredible textures of linens and silks, jewellery, sunglasses, handbags and more… plants even!

Yes, this store just fills your heart with so much goodness, the staff are simply gorgeous and will help you find that something special, or just guide you through the amazing selection that is available in-store at My Country Escape. mycountryecscape.com.au mycountryescape (07) 5543 4042 | Canungra

Illahie Boutique A favourite shop with Tamborine Mountain locals, Illahie Boutique provides a great range of finds. From Boho fashion staples and gorgeous handmade jewellery to the perfect pair of slides or that special candle, for a special someone. A visit to Main Street on the Mountain is not complete without a good coffee in hand from the Providore, a browse of the health food store and fruit and veg shop and of course Illahie Boutique, for when you just need to take some time to yourself. illahieboutique.com.au illahieboutique illahieboutique 0407 647 841 | Tamborine Mountain

Lá Modé Collection A beautiful store filled with so much love and delightfully curated homewares and gorgeous country gifts, right in the heart of the Scenic Rim, Beaudesert. A day trip to Beaudesert has never looked this good before, with the opening of beautiful boutiques such as Lá Modé Collection, and a strong café culture, and gorgeous hotels and pubs, as well as The Centre – Beaudesert’s Art Gallery… you’ll be wanting to explore more of the regions business centre. A day out of shopping, lunch and art, doesn’t get much better than that. lamodecollection.com.au lamodecollection.au 0490 866 164 | Beaudesert

Oppy's Fruit and Veg Looking to explore the region and pick up some local produce along the way? Then Oppy’s Fruit and Veg will see that you leave our beautiful Scenic Rim well stocked. Located in the historical Boonah Butter Factory, a visit to Oppy’s will be met with the friendliest of service and the biggest display of local produce.

The team at Oppy’s are all fabulous locals, so enjoy getting to know the region via a good chat and a big shop. oppysfruitandveg boonahfresh (07) 5463 4502 | Boonah

Duck Junction It can be hard looking for special items to fill your home or gift to those you love, however the ladies at Duck Junction have you covered. A visit to the main street of Boonah is never complete unless you’ve popped in to this store.

Beautiful candles, lamps, cards and fine art prints, the list goes on. Take home a special something that will add a little country lux to any home.

42 High Street, Boonah duckjunction (07) 5463 2169 | Boonah

Feather Road Studios and Folk and Co. Both of these stores are located in Cusack Lane, a little hidden gem and not technically in the Scenic Rim, however we still think it’s well worth a day trip to visit this magical retail experience. Not only can you shop the latest finds in fashion, you can seek out the latest in cool homewares.

A mix of bohemian trends with luxurious finds, what better way to spoil the women in your life or yourself. Indulge in a day out shopping and a bite to eat at Café on Cusack next door, also listed in our Eat section. featherroadstudios.com.au | folkandco.com.au featherroadstudios | folkandcostore folk_and_co 0434 529 656 | Jimboomba

The Shed Café Lou’s store high atop a hill, in the middle of quite literally, hills and mountains…is like a shopper’s oasis. Something for absolutely everyone, this boutique store and café will have you leaving with a haul of finds and a full tummy. A beautiful drive from Boonah or Beaudesert, just a short drive from Rathdowney and Maroon Dam… an absolute favourite of ours if you’re looking for scenery, food and retail all in the one spot. rathlogangrove.com.au Saturday and Sunday only 8am to 4pm shedcaferathdowney 0403 163 151 | Rathdowney

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Your go-to guide to seek out many of the skilled businesses based in the Scenic Rim region.

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Hobbs Building & Interiors

King Building Services & Maintenance

Multi award-winning Hobbs Building & Interiors specialise in residential steel frame construction, often on sloping or fully off-grid acreage properties. Team Hobbs has an energetic passion for sustainable products and interior design, evidenced in their passive designs and material selections. HBI is a full design and construct service with an inspiring Canungra-based interiors showroom (by appointment only).

Servicing the Scenic Rim and surrounding areas.

hobbsbuildingandinteriors hobbs.home platypus.valley (07) 5543 5145 hobbsbuilding.com.au hobbshome.com.au

Jules King 0457 527 100 ABN: 15 634 485 895 QBCC Licence number: 15133537 kingbuildingservicesandmaintenance

Bendigo Bank Come home to a better loan.

Visit us to find out how. bendigobank.com.au Community Bank Canungra Shop1, 44 Christie Street, Canungra, QLD 4275 07 5543 5773, Monday to Friday 10am-1pm, 2pm- 4pm Bendigo Bank Beaudesert 17a William Street, Beaudesert, QLD 4285 Tuesday and Friday 10am-12:30pm, 1pm- 3pm

Our services range from small renovations and builds to high-end building works including decks and entertainment areas. With 20+ years experience in the industry we want to help make your dreams come true!

Call or message us for a free, no obligation quote.

Voyager Wealth – Financial Advisor Voyager Wealth Management was created to make financial advice straight-forward and easy to understand. We work in all areas of advice including; • Superannuation • Investments • Insurance • Estate Planning • Retirement Planning • Business Wills & insurance • Tax planning We can help you get clarity over your finances, any gaps and opportunities available to you, and walk you through the process to achieve your goals. voyagerwealth.com.au info@voyagerwealth.com.au 1300 492 843

Tamborine Village Traders • Hardware

• Saddlery

• Paint

• Plumbing

• Gardening

• Fencing

• Produce

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Excellence in Customer Service

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.30pm Saturday 7.30am to 3pm Sunday 7.30am to 1pm

1800ALLTURF 07 5543 8304 allturfaus All Turf Solutions

Boonah Sheds

Riverstone Ag – Hay

Boonah Sheds is your local Fair Dinkum Shed Distributor.

We are QBCC licensed to complete your new shed from start to finish, from the certification process, concrete slab, shed kit delivered to site, rain water tanks, right through to the build, we have you covered!

Family owned and operated hay farm in the beautiful South Burnett, servicing the Scenic Rim, Darling Downs, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Ipswich regions. Offering prime lucerne hay, grassy hay and barley hay in round or small square bales, pick up or delivery. Trusted by leading Thoroughbred studs, equine training facilities, polo and polocrosse clients. Contact Katie and Richard Rawlings 0404 554 719 to discuss prices and order sizes.

We realize that one size doesn’t always fit all, so our sheds are completely customisable. Boonah Sheds supplies shed kits to your exact specification. Head over to our website and fill out an online quote request, enter your requirements and we’ll get back to you quickly with a super competitive quote.

07 5463 2748 boonahsheds.com boonahsheds

0404 554 719 riverstoneag.com.au riverstoneag riverstoneag

BFP Equine Services

Tamborine Pet Farm Stay

BFP Equine Veterinary Services is passionate about understanding you and your horse and offers a full mobile equine medical and surgical servicing the Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim Regions.

Tamborine Pet Farmstay is situated within the Scenic Rim on the Gold Coast Hinterland and convenient for Brisbane areas. It is only a 15 minute drive from the M1.

Our Vet, Dr Ben Purtle has over 25 years of Veterinary experience in various fields ranging from; Racing, Sport/ Performance, Pleasure, Advanced Reproduction Management, Stud medicine, Rehabilitation, Dentistry and Breeding. Services include General Health, Ambulatory care, Purtle Ultrasounds, Wellness Dr Benjamin B.V.Sc (QLD) Veterinary examinations/Preventative care, Surgeon Pre-purchase examinations, 0407 586 872 Rehabilitation to Diagnostic services. bfpvet.com.au 0407 586 872 admin@bfpvet.com.au

admin@bfpvet.com.au www.bfpvet.com.au benpurtlebfpequine BFP Equine Veterinary Services

Dover & Sons Beaudesert Dover & Sons are proud to have served the Scenic Rim since 1900.

We offer a variety of services for dogs, horses and their owners. This includes B&B especially for travellers with horses.

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Home pet visits.

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Gold Coast Pest Services

Please contact us to see how we can help you today.

We look forward to meeting you.

Whether you're after your annual pest treatment or have a pest infestation that requires immediate attention, make Gold Coast Pest Services the specialists you call.

Servicing from the Northern Gold Coast, down to the Tweed and the Gold Coast Hinterland, this family-owned business with over 20 years of experience will solve your pest problem! As well as getting rid of your unwanted 'guests', they also offer termite treatment services, and pre-purchase pest and building inspections and they can even remove possums from your roof!

Beaudesert and Boonah doverandsons.com.au 07 5540 1800 doverandsons

goldcoastpestservices.com.au (07) 5574 8515 gcpestservices

We sell and service a wide variety of equipment and parts for the farm or home including: • Tractors and agricultural machinery; •

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Mowers, UTVs and outdoor gardening equipment.

Freedom Health & Fitness Beaudesert

Live Fit Gyms

We pride ourselves on having Beaudesert’s largest indoor fitness centre – 1000m2 – that provides a great sense of community to our wonderful members.

Everyone is welcome here and we do our best to deliver a supportive environment to reach all your health and fitness goals. At Freedom we don’t limit you to one style of training and we don’t believe one style suits all! That’s why we offer our members the biggest variety under one roof – however you like to train, we have you covered!

Live Fit Gyms are community based fitness centres located at Canungra and Yarrabilba. Our facilities cater for all ages from children to seniors, offering personal training, group classes and exercise physiologists. We are passionate about inspiring our local community to live a more active and healthy lifestyle. The services we offer range from weight loss, muscle building, general fitness for all ages from teenagers to seniors, rehabilitation from injuries and illness, plus we provide an overall fun, community-based environment.

freedomhealthandfitness.com.au freedomhealthandfitnessbeaudesert (07) 5541 0999

Coolibah Springs PURE mountain spring water.

Locally owned and operated in the Scenic Rim. Supplier of 15 litre bottles of quality natural spring water, water coolers, all accessories and a reliable regular delivery service. Proudly servicing homes and businesses in the Scenic Rim, Gold Coast, Brisbane and Byron Bay areas.

Call Bruce, Wendy and Andrew today to begin receiving COOLIBAH SPRINGS pure mountain spring water right to your door. coolibahsprings.com.au bruce@coolibahsprings.com.au coolibahsprings

On joining you receive 24hr access to all machines, cardio area and free weights. livefitgym.com.au

Sacred Blends Sacred Blends Australia is a skincare and personal care product range developed and made right here in the Scenic Rim. Using precious organic oils, essential oils and other naturally sourced healing ingredients including colloidal silver, gold and locally produced flower essence, Sacred Blends Australia is proudly vegan friendly and not tested on animals.

Our products are made in small batches using Sacred Alchemy ensuring maximum potency. lifewithsandra.com.au sacredblendsaustralia lif3withsandra

McAuley College Beaudesert

Tamborine Mountain College

McAuley College is a Catholic, co-educational school delivering a quality, holistic education to students of the Scenic Rim from Years 7 to 12.

Tamborine Mountain College is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational Kindy – Year 12 day school, serving the greater Tamborine Mountain Community since 1995.

As a new school, we have a growing reputation in the community. We are small in size, but huge in opportunity.

We are taking enrolments now for Year 7 2022.

Visit www.mcauley.qld.edu.au or call our Enrolments Secretary (07) 5542 3000 to book a tour early in 2021, or to complete an Enrolment Application form.

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Chromebooks and textbooks supplied for students.

All classrooms heated & air-conditioned.

After school tuition included.

Please contact our Enrolments Officer for a personal tour (07) 5545 3644 (Option 6) or email enrolments@tmc.qld.edu.au.

80 Beacon Rd, North Tamborine QLD www.tmc.qld.edu.au

Emmaus College Emmaus College’s purpose and mission flows from our Christian heritage and partnership between the Anglican, Uniting, Catholic and Lutheran churches.

Our motto is 'Walking With Christ' and at Emmaus that means a lot. It is known to the students, parents and the wider community and it is a very powerful ethos that underpins our College. We offer a quality, valuesbased education for Prep to Year 12 where priority is placed on literacy and numeracy.

Enrolments are open from 2022 to 2025 for all year levels, with limited vacancies for 2022.

Open Mornings are held each term, with our first one for 2022 being Wednesday 23rd February 9.00-10.30am.

Please contact our Enrolments Secretary on (07) 5547 9990 or visit emmausjimboomba.qld.edu.au 48 East Street Jimboomba QLD

SCENIC ROAD PROPERTIES Market update

Drew Slack-Smith

traffic, healthier living, access to world renowned natural landscapes and the list goes on. There is much to say about the benefits of living on our Scenic Roads.

Drew Slack-Smith Principal | Scenic Road Properties LREA From the humble beach shack to the impossible mountaintop masterpiece, the allure of the hinterland and the great outdoors is the same for one and all. The beautiful yet sometimes brutal romance of the environment and the warm loving nature of the communities, large and small, offer families and investors some of the best working and lifestyle choices on offer throughout Australia.

Property prices in every capital city across Australia have risen sharply over the course of 2020/2021 and regional markets have certainly kept pace and in some instances outperformed their city cousins.

The Gold Coast hinterland and the Scenic Rim are two such examples. For many reasons, the choice to make the change from city life to a hinterland lifestyle has been made easy for families. Getting back to nature offers undeniable health benefits, both physical and mental.

Enjoy a better work life balance, a local community where everyone say’s hi, more property for your hard earned dollars, great services, schools, produce, no

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Our team this year has continue to set price records in every part of the region. From areas in the Gold Coast hinterland such as Willow Vale, Wongawallan, Maudsland and Guanaba to the heights of Tamborine Mountain and the communities, and townships spread throughout the Scenic Rim. Our commitment to producing high quality marketing campaigns encompassing not just the real estate but the stories of the region and communities, has engaged buyers from across Australia ensuring our beautiful area remains in their focus when considering the right destination for the family or the smart investment choice.

This year, in South East Queensland, it has been a little like the gift that keeps on giving despite the worries in the world. Booming hinterland tourism, expansion and investment in residential development, agribusiness and commercial / industrial projects have been supported by announcements like Brisbane to host the 2032 Olympic Games and the Lonely Planet Guide listing the Scenic Rim as one of the world’s top 10 places to visit.

There’s no doubt, The Great South East isn’t just the place to ride out the pandemic. Set for a massive decade of growth and expansion our stunning Queensland region is the place to be.

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Drew Slack-Smith

Principal

| 0407 324 399 | drew@scenicroad.com.au

Raised on a sheep station outside Goondiwindi, Drew has enjoyed a life well-travelled.

A background in sales and management with companies like Stockland and A&L Windows he has over 16 Years experience specialising in hinterland property development, sales and marketing. This experience and knowledge the foundation for his passion for the property industry.

The Scenic Road brand was established in 2017. A boutique real estate business and a media company with the goal to embody all that is good about hinterland living.

By providing their customers with the most creative marketing and advertising solutions Scenic Road has been able to achieve market leading sales results.

“At Scenic Road we believe in the principle that every property has its own story.”

Bernadette Brushe

Sales Agent

| 0407 176 052 | bernadette@scenicroad.com.au

A Tamborine Mountain resident since 2007, Bernadette has an in depth understanding of this unique area. Having reached top sales results in the media industry, Bernadette gravitated towards a Real Estate career selling prestige property in Sydney, Brisbane and now for the past 5 years, the beautiful Tamborine Mountain. Bernadette has a particular interest in natural heritage with a passion for gardening that nurtures and supports the Australian wildlife. With a commendable sales record, and a driven and direct approach focused on achieving the best results for her vendors, Bernadette welcomes the opportunity to appraise your residential home or commercial property. To view Bernadette’s extensive sold list and properties for sale visit scenicroad.com.au/property

George Cook

Sales Agent

| 0414 756 250 | george@scenicroad.com.au

George brings to the Scenic Road brand an impressive amount of sales and finance experience. His extensive list of projects and roles stretch as far as the Pilbara in Western Australia and as close as the Gold Coast. George has a genuine disposition for helping people and enjoys guiding his clients to ensure they reach their real estate goals. George has a passion for the rural lifestyle which stems from his country upbringing in Stanthorpe, the Granite Belt Region. Having enjoyed a well-travelled career through-out Australia and Asia, he now lives locally with his wife Viv and his Jack Russell – Boris. To view George’s recent record breaking sales and current property listings visit scenicroad.com.au/property

Sarah Ingham

International Buyers Agent

| sarah@scenicroad.com.au

We are excited to welcome dear friend and business associate Sarah Ingham to the Scenic Road brand. Her long standing history with rural real estate commenced over 16 years ago in Richmond Sydney, she then made the move to the Scenic Rim QLD to study at Bond University. This past 10 years has seen Sarah living abroad, with a career focus on the corporate real estate sector in London, Singapore and Hong Kong. Now based out of Singapore, Sarah has an extensive network of Australian nationals and ex-pats looking to purchase residential property, along with investors looking for a commercial opportunities around the globe. With an in-depth understanding of the commercial property sector, including tourism, rural and business/residential properties – Sarah is an invaluable addition to the Scenic Road team.

Agent profiles

Tamborine Mountain 9-11 Normandie Court

Mount Barney Barney Creek Vineyard & Cottages

SOLD $1,855,000

SOLD $2,150,000

Stunning classic brick style home, on 4.5 acres of land, featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with mature landscaped gardens. An absolutely stunning property and a quintessential Tamborine Mountain home.

Negotiated and sold off market by Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052

A beautiful parcel of land commanding incredible views of Mount Barney and neighbouring Mount Maroon, Barney Creek Vineyard and Cottages was sold to interstate buyers. This property featured 5 cottages plus residence, office, cellar door and vineyard.

Marketed on line and featured in Scenic Road Magazine.

For further information on this sale visit scenicroad.com.au/sold or contact Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399

Guanaba 160 Guanaba Creek Road

Tamborine Mountain 4/135 Eagle Heights Road

SOLD $3,150,000

SOLD $2,500,000

This property previously sold by our team, hit the market and was a stand-out favourite with buyers both local and interstate.

Featuring sprawling floor plan, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bar and entertainment area, large swimming pool, greenhouse and helipad with hangar. A great location in the Guanaba Valley, easy access to the M1 and the Gold Coast. Marketed and Sold by Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

A stunning architecturally designed home, located on a beautiful 5 acre parcel of land. A stand-out property, commanding great interest through advertising in Scenic Road Magazine, with the sale secured by Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 To watch the video and view sales information visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

Sold Properties

Canungra 15 Duncan Street

Beaudesert 772 Cainbable Creek Road

This home was originally built for the manager of the Canungra sawmill in the 1880s. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms, one bathroom on a large 900m2 corner block. Walk to all the village amenities, this property sale sets a new price record for this type of property in the area.

Marketed and Sold by Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

This stunning 50 acre grazing block just outside of Beaudesert, with running creek and two homes, income producing with accommodation, was a highly sought after rural property.

Marketed and Sold by Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

Clagiraba 1044 Beaudesert Nerang Road

Barney View 10 Mount Barney Road

SOLD $850,000

SOLD $1,200,000

SOLD $1,047,000

SOLD $882,500

A beautiful 1890’s Queensland style home on 6.5 acres of land. Featuring horse facilities, round yard and main road frontage. Plenty of water storage tanks and 4 damns, this property just needed a little TLC and paint to bring her back to her full wonder.

Marketed and Sold by George Cook 0414 756 250 or visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

Triple Peaks, a 41 acre property, set in the stunning Barney Views area, overlooking Mount Barney and Mount Maroon.

This property had it all with historical buildings, hay sheds, dams, grassy paddocks and entertainment BBQ pavilion.

Marketed and Sold by Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399.

To watch the video or for full property sales details visit scenicroad.com.au/sold

Maudsland 2 Riverstone Crossing

Tamborine Mountain 74 West Road

Located at the entrance of Stockland master planned community Riverstone Crossing sits lot 498, 2 acres in land size, with side street access off the main intersection of Maudsland Road and Riverstone Crossing. Zoned rural residential with potential development, this last piece of land in Riverstone Crossing has incredible views with great site exposure to passing traffic.

Interest above $950,000 Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Fabulous dual living residence on 5 acres of land. Enjoy 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, multiple parking areas, 4 garage, 3 carport, shed, workshop, bore, dam, fully fenced yard and lots of outdoor entertaining areas by the house or in the beautiful gardens. All just a short walk to schools and sports grounds. $POA Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Wongawallan 16 View Crest

Tamborine Mountain 58-60 Siganto Street

Located in Timberview Estate, Wongawallan is this beautiful brick double story family size home on 4.42 acres of land. Offering multiple living areas, 5 spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, large alfresco dining area featuring plunge pool. Complete with a double garage with full workshop and a double carport. $1,290,000 George Cook 0414 756 250 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Enjoy the mountain life with an abundance of fruit and veg on your own 2 acres of land. Stunning landscaped gardens and a beautiful newly renovated 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. This beautiful family size home also features separate bedroom wing, media room, kitchen with butler’s pantry, multiple living areas, Gold Coast views, entertainment pavilion, pool, spa PLUS separate home office/studio. $1,850,000 Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

For Sale

Hillview 144 Widgee Creek Road

Tamborine Mountain 16 Kootenai Drive

Welcome to Hillview, 25 minutes south of Beaudesert. This 25 acre block exists in a stunning part of the Scenic Rim, famous for good water and fertile soils. Lock up shed, power and water tanks and bore. The land rises gently upwards from the road and offers a number of great building areas. This is the most elevated location on the property and offers stunning 360 degree views of the fertile valleys and surrounding ranges. Offers over $550,000 Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

This stunning 4 bedroom mudbrick cottage style home, newly renovated sits on half an acre of land. The home has a rustic modern feel, surrounded by nature. Enjoy lush gardens, relaxing by the pool or for some quiet time, why not turn the 1 bedroom studio into your own art space, music studio or perhaps rent it out for added income. $1,500,000 Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Tamborine Mountain 114 Kinabalu Drive

Willow Vale 395a Ruffles Road

Situated on a tropical 2 acres of land, raised off the ground in the tree tops, sits this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom family size home, with deep verandas and unbeatable indoor out-door living. Enjoy this beautiful Queensland style home, surrounded by rainforest and wildlife. Close to mountain amenities and fabulous schools, this home embodies the Scenic Rim lifestyle. Features 2 car garage, 2 undercover carport, courtyard, workshop and shed. $1,400,000 Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

“Botanica Lodge” a stunning acreage home nestled atop 16 acres and offering the perfect solution for a sustainable, modern country lifestyle. Live the dream amongst the treetops overlooking the Gold Coast and surrounding hinterland.

A forever changing landscape that will never cease to steal your attention. A property offering supreme privacy and security, every modern convenience and luxury. $2,500,000 Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au

Canungra

Tamborine Mountain

Locally owned and operated this business is a stand-out performer with a captured market. The Canungra LPO provides a full suite of Auspost services including stationary, giftware and back to school packs. With plenty of room for growth, this lease hold business provides investors with main street exposure in a busy location and in an iconic building.

Queensland’s most famous rose nursery and café is now for sale. Located on Tamborine Mountain this destination business is popular with tourists and locals. Situated on 1.5 acres of land, including 1 bedroom loft studio, 2 bores, large irrigated growing yard, machinery shed, parking, and the opportunity to build a main residence. Free hold premises and business, walk-in-walk out. $2,000,000

LPO Australia Post Office

$590,000

Birchgrove Nursery and Café

Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Bernadette Brushe 0407 176 052 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Canunga

Rathdowney

Located in the main street of Canungra is this well-established Café and Bar business. A popular destination and eatery for locals and tourists, the Ginja Ninja Café and Bar is fully licenced and comes with an impeccable reputation. Hugely popular lease hold business for sale in the thriving Scenic Rim region – don’t miss this opportunity. $669,000

Opportunities such as this are rare. In the stunning town of Rathdowney located on a tourist loop road, is the Rathdowney Post Office with dual living residence. The well-appointed main residence features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, second dwelling features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Also supplying locals and tourist with giftware, stationary and banking facilities. Interest above $900,000

Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Drew Slack-Smith 0407 324 399 or visit scenicroad.com.au/buy

Ginja Ninja Sushi Café & Bar

Business For Sale

LPO Australia Post Office & two homes

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