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TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN 1338, 16 OCT 2012

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Mountain cableway in the wind again given their support for a cableway. HE subject of a cableway to Mount Tamborine is back on the agenda 12 Mr Penglis said: “I think it is a great years after a cableway proposal was first concept and would be a boon for the area promoted and subsequently scuttled. but clearly we must be careful abut where and how it is built.” While no firm details have yet been announced, speculation in the Gold Coast He believes the 7.5 km Kuranda Skyrail media has centred on a 1.5 kilometre near Cairns should act as a model for the cableway that would traverse Guanaba construction of any Tamborine Mountain Gorge before terminating on the Mountain. cableway. It is understood that a Guanaba Gorge Skyrail’s tower sites were selected to cableway would not encroach on National coincide with existing canopy gaps, and Park land. were surveyed to ensure no rare, threatened or endangered species would be affected While still very much in the discussion by construction. stage, any development would need committed financial backers, as well as Before construction commenced on the satisfying a raft of local, state and federal tower sites, the leaf litter and top soil were government conditions if it were to collected and stockpiled for reintroduction succeed. when construction was Gold Coast Mayor, “A boon for area” complete. Plant seedlings were Tom Tate, is reported to says John Penglis catalogued at each site, be in favour of the then removed and proposal, but Deputy Mayor, Donnas Gates, said Cr Tait had not propagated during construction, and replanted in their original locations, with the had any discussions with her and that the saved top soil and leaf litter, when environmental impact of any cableway construction was completed. would have to be thoroughly investigated. The tower footings were built largely by Gold Coast Combined Chamber of Commerce president, Bob Janssen, said the hand, up to five metres deep in some cases, using picks and shovels. No roads were chamber supported the concept of a built during Skyrail’s construction – cableway to the Hinterland and while his workers had to walk to the remote tower members had not voted on the issue, the sites each day, carrying their equipment, general feeling was that they would consider Tamborine Mountain as an option which took up to an hour each way. for a cableway. Specialist Russian helicopters were used extensively to assist construction. The Cr Gates represents Gold Coast’s helicopters were used to carry equipment, Division One which would include the materials and cement to tower sites. starting point for a Guanaba Gorge route. Tamborine Mountain Progress She said: “I am supportive of any Association’s Jeanette Lockey said a public economic benefits for the region, meeting would be held early next month to especially tourism, but my main priority is discuss the cableway. Ms Lockey said the the residents who trusted me to look after meeting would be open to all residents. their interests.” “At the moment the primary problem On the Mountain, leading tourism would be the amenity for people who live identities John Penglis, John McKenzie, on the eastern ecarpment.” Judy Minnikin and Michael Ward have all

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HE present Scenic Rim Regional Council is to be commended. It has taken a major step in settling a long standing issue where previous councils have failed. There is a very significant gain in the value of Tamborine Mountain as a regional resource. During my term in Council1994/1997, Council approved the Settlers Park and Echo Valley residential developments. Both run from Mundoolun Connection Road on the west across the flats and then up the western escarpment of Tamborine Mountain. In both cases there was a development condition that the steep escarpment areas be transferred to Council. In addition, Echo Valley was also required to provide park area as a hang glider (and now paraglider) landing ground. The Beaudesert Shire Council of the time was far-sighted in applying these conditions. In the same period, a six hectare strip of escarpment edge land along Main Western Road from the Polish Place to Lahey Road was purchased by the then Beaudesert Shire Council. Funds were provided by the State Government, the Council and the Canungra Hang Gliding Club. This was another big tick for the then council. That the Robert Souter family made this purchase possible has always been greatly appreciated.

PREVIOUS COUNCILS SLOW TO ACT Then it all bogged down. The Settlers Park dedication was ultimately completed in about 2003. After a delay of some years the landing ground was also confirmed. However, successive Councils failed to pursue the critical Echo Valley dedication. They were even unresponsive to my carefully researched submissions urging action. These started in 2003 and extended into the first term of the Scenic Rim Council. Perhaps it was embarrassing that analysis of the records left little doubt that

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dedication should have been by 1998. Derek Swanborough also tried but got nowhere. But now Echo Valley Lot 999 has been transferred to Council. The outcomes are dramatic. Firstly, Witches Falls National Park, Lot 999 and the previously dedicated part of Settlers Park form one large block. It would be highly desirable for the whole to become National Park. Even if it doesn’t, the effective area of Witches Falls National Park is increased from 131ha to 299ha. Secondly, the continuous and invaluable 2kms of escarpment edge along Main Western Road from the Polish Place to the cemetery is now in public ownership. I ‘dips me lid’ to Crs O’Carroll and Waistell. MORE STILL TO BE DONE Unfortunately, more has to be done. Successive councils have granted subdivision approvals which failed to recognise the requirement for a coherent bush fire management plan. The 2003 Escarpment Management Strategy developed a practical outline for management and access. However, this has been ignored and now can’t be implemented due to subdivision approvals. A new plan is absolutely necessary. It is highly desirable that the never consulted Tamborine Mountain Rural Fire Brigade becomes involved since the locality is in its area of responsibility. The catch is that, for effective fire management, at least some of the uncommitted Lot 2 may need to be added to the dedicated Lot 999. Protection of residents and the escarpment forests is of very high priority. Phil Giffard

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‘Justice and Mercy’

Dear Geoff, One of the basic concerns of biblical Christianity, though not always followed consistently by Christians, has been the concern for justice. At different times Christians have been at the forefront of battles against slavery, abortion, intolerance of different religions, ignorance, etc. Practical help for widows, orphans, the destitute and oppressed, lepers, and those suffering from any number of physical illnesses has been high on the agenda of many Christian churches and organisations. Just this week I saw a brief video on an organisation started by Billy Graham’s son Franklin that tries to put together small gift packages for tens of thousands of underprivileged children in developing countries. It may be a small thing to do but it is one example of the compassion that Christians can have on people who are in difficult situations. Even non-Christian organisations that work for humanitarian needs will probably be able to trace their moral and ethical commitments back to the teachings of Jesus. This outworking of the Christian faith comes from a particular view of God that is revealed over and over again in the bible. God is just and merciful. God is concerned with righteousness, or right living. He is not impressed with self-righteousness but urges us to genuine right living. He urges us to love mercy and peace and to walk humbly before him. Although the word ‘religion’ is used only about half a dozen times in the bible we are reminded in the letter of James that, “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” James 1:27 Our understanding of who God is will have a direct effect on the way we live out our lives of faith. One friend of mine practiced a form of religion which denied the reality of evil and suffering. When I asked him if he would stop to help out at an accident along the highway he said he would not….that would require him to accept the reality of evil and suffering. I said I would stop to help as I accepted these realities and was free to act against them to help people in their suffering. We were both trying to live out the implications of our faith. I realized in that conversation how grateful I was to have come to know God’s justice, mercy and grace most fully manifested in the person and work of Jesus Christ. And that, in knowing him, I too could then begin to practice these things in my relationships with others. Your Brother, Kim Advertisement. The views expressed in the letter are Kim Dale’s. Replies may be sent to – PO Box 5, Nth Tamborine 4272.

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Tamborine Mountain College achieves outstanding results T AMBORINE Mountain College has achieved impressive results in NAPLAN testing, with its Year 9 students achieving above Queensland and Australian mean averages in every facet of NAPLAN testing. As shown by the table below, the College was also above the average for every state in Australia in reading, spelling, and grammar and punctuation. “It does show how well TMC students have done nationally, but I always feel sad when I hear people bashing Queensland’s results,” said Mrs Melbourne. She believes that when comparing the NAPLAN results of Queensland schools with those of the rest of Australia, people should realise that Queensland students are currently a year younger than their interstate counterparts, and are only in their second, rather than third, year of secondary school when sitting the Year 9 NAPLAN tests. “It amplifies our success,” said Mrs Melbourne. SMALLER CLASS SIZE A FACTOR While it may seem quite an achievement for a school with a total of just 175 students in Years 8 to 12, Mrs Melbourne believes this is a major factor in its students’ success. “All our teachers are very dedicated and get to know the students very well, and because we know what to expect from our students we can push them to reach their full potential,” she said. “A lot of teachers do extension work with the students and tutorials are available every afternoon for students who want to

excel or feel they need some extra assistance. “I know it sounds corny, but the school is really like a big family - all the students know each other, and it’s not unusual for Year 8s to be shooting hoops on the basketball court with Year 12s.” SCHOOL HAS COME A LONG WAY Tamborine Mountain College has come a long way since 1995 when it began operating in the main pavilion at the local showgrounds. It moved to its current location in Beacon Road in 1997 and has grown from a house with a few buildings to a secondary school with leading-edge facilities that is entering the third stage of its building master plan. Year 7 students who are moving into Year 8 in 2013 are invited to experience secondary school life at the College’s Welcome Day on Tuesday, November 6, from 9 am to 3pm. “If you haven’t made up your mind for a school for Year 8 next year, bring your child to this day to help in decisionmaking,” said Mrs Melbourne. She urges parents of children who will be in Year 7 in 2015 to consider the impact of the shift of Year 7 from primary to secondary school and start planning. “Wherever people are planning to send their children, 2015 will be a big year, so people need to plan ahead to ensure they have a place for secondary school, particularly here as we cap our class sizes,” said Mrs Melbourne. For further information on Tamborine Mountain College, phone 5545 3644.

STATE MEAN AVERAGES 2012

Reading

Writing

Spelling

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TMC

603.0*

556.0

596.0

602.0

593.0

QLD

566.6

539.2

571.3

569.5

574.6

NSW

577.6

555.9

585.0

576.0

590.9

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581.4

565.6

577.7

577.0

590.5

571.9

557.1

574.2

569.6

581.6

569.9

549.5

569.2

567.0

573.0

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570.6

543.4

559.3

562.9

567.3

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597.3

561.8

582.6

587.6

596.3

513.5

469.0

503.8

511.2

529.8

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574.5

553.3

576.6

572.8

584.0

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with references back to early Renaissance art, are the hallmarks of her paintings, yet they still retain a Japanese sensibility that reflects her cultural background. All the paintings of her “In the Distant Forest” exhibition are acrylics on canvas. Maki grew up in a small seaside village in Hokkaido. She began painting in high school and continued through college and graduate school where she was strongly influenced by the colours and themes of western religious/iconic art.

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Donation helps student driver safety program

$2000 donation from the Tamborine Mountain State High School P and C to a defensive driving initiative represents a substantial investment in road safety for the Mountain’s youth. At a handover ceremony last week, P and C President David Hows presented the cheque to Senior Constable Brendan Edwards (left) and Constable Pete Blundell of the Tamborine Mountain Police. Each year the Tamborine Mountain Police raise funds for their initiative to

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offer every Year 12 student on the Mountain a defensive driving course, and rely on the support of businesses, clubs and associations to reach their target of $20,000. Through its donation, the P and C showed its gratitude for the program, which helps to reduce the number of road accidents, preventing injuries and deaths. Local groups, businesses, clubs or individuals wishing to support the program should contact Sergeant Mick Jones at Tamborine Mountain Police on 5545 3473.

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HE surf is a very powerful natural phenomenon. Many years ago the distant sound of breaking surf could sometimes even be heard on Tamborine Mountain. This is no longer possible, but from the Mountain we can still see evidence of the surf’s power, when heavy surf throws plumes of salt spray high into the air along the coast. Most ocean waves are caused by wind blowing over the surface of the ocean; friction between the air and the water transfers energy from the wind into the ocean and pushes the particles of water into a circular movement that creates the shape of a wave. Ocean waves appear to be movements of water, but they are really movements of energy, and although ocean waves can travel great distances, there is actually very little forward movement of the water particles themselves. Waves organise themselves into sets, because energy is transferred from the leading and trailing waves to the central waves. It is these waves that become the largest in the set. Surf is a breaking wave and it is created when a wave makes contact with the seabed and friction slows the velocity of the wave base, but the top of the wave continues to move at the same speed. Eventually this speed difference causes the wave to tip forward, break apart and release its energy. Breaking waves exist in a highly variable environment influenced by wind, tides and currents but it is basically the profile of the seabed which creates different types of

breaking waves. These have been classified into different types based on changes to the wave surface profile during the breaking process. Surging waves are found in deep water, they are stable and do not break. Spilling waves are found where there is a sloping or gentle gradient of seabed; the crest of the wave crumbles at the top and spills down the front of the wave, dissipating energy uniformly. Plunging or dumping waves occur where the seabed is steep or shallow, and the base of the wave is slowed abruptly, the crest of the wave curls forward and plunges over the front of the wave, releasing energy suddenly. Rip currents occur when the mass of water released by the waves quickly returns seawards to maintain the water level. Recent studies of the morphodynamics of rip currents have shown that most rips follow a circulation pattern and that if a person is caught in a rip they are four times more likely to be recirculated to shallow water rather than being dragged offshore. Many humans are permanently captivated by surfing and the exhilarating sensation of being lifted and carried by the dynamic power of the waves. We are not the only species to enjoy the surf; anyone who has had the thrill of sharing the waves with a surfing dolphin can sense their enjoyment as they demonstrate their superior surfing skills Birdwalk 17 Oct – Kingscliff to Pottsville Bushwalk 27 Oct – Egg rock Nadia O’Carroll

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ATCHING a big barramundi and trapping crocodiles for relocation in the Top End of Australia has been a change from collaring criminals for Tamborine Mountain Police Sergeant, Mick Jones. Mick is back on the Mountain beat after six-and-a-half months’ long service leave, in which he drove 30,000 kilometres around Australia with his family. They left on March 27 taking an anticlockwise route, with the journey sounding like the lyrics of the I’ve Been Everywhere Man song – including Broken Hill, Darwin, Kakadu, Uluru, Kununurra, Broome, the Margaret River, Nullarbor Plain, Coober Pedy, Barossa Valley, Melbourne, Mount Buller, Cooma, Canberra, and Sydney. Stopovers also included the most westerly place in Australia, Steep Point, and southernmost point of the mainland, Wilson’s Promontory. “It was a wonderful adventure for everyone,” said Mick. “We are so glad we did it.

“The memories will stay with us forever.” The Australian odyssey was the culmination of two years of planning, after a mate urged Mick to stop talking about making the trip and commit to taking it. “He said: ‘If you don’t set a date, you won’t do it’,” said Mick. “So I set a date and began the preparation.” After the mammoth journey in their turbo diesel four wheel drive, with off-road caravan and 3.75-metre tinnnie, the family came back to the Mountain before again heading north, this time to spend three weeks with Mick’s parents at their Armstrong Beach home near Sarina. For Mick, it was one of the highlights of their extended holiday. “Quality time with my parents and family and, believe it or not, I caught most fish including Barra there,” he said. Like Dorothy after her fabled journey to Oz, Mick has decided there’s no place like home. “We live in paradise here – I love Tamborine Mountain – and even though we drove right around Australia and saw some wonderful sights and had lots of excitement, the trip has also made me realise that I love Queensland more than ever,” he said. Getting back to work after more than six months away has not been too challenging, either. “Thank goodness for beautiful Tamborine Mountain and the crew here at the station, otherwise it could have been a lot tougher,” said Mick with a laugh. Lisa Stubbs

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by Constable Pete Blundell by Constable Peter Blundell, North Tamborine Police You must wait until the whole crossing is big welcome back to Sergeant Mick clear before proceeding. Jones and his family who have returned to the mountain after more than TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS six months of long service leave. Last Thursday’s rain saw a number of Sergeant Jones said he was happy to be traffic accidents occur on and about the back at work only because he was mountain. To the best of my knowledge returning to the mountain, but a large lotto nobody was seriously injured and we win in his favour would have ushered him thank our lucky stars for that. However, I into early retirement. Wouldn’t we all be just ask all drivers to be careful as the on a beach in Tahiti if that were the case! roads of course get slippery after rain, but especially so after a long dry period. The station is currently running at full Weather forecasters are warning of a strength plus one due to the return of Sergeant Jones, my return from recreational stormy summer, so unpredictable weather could be just around the corner for us. leave, and the addition of Constable Troy Hamilton from Coomera District who is HEARING AID detailed on the current roster. Perhaps, we I have been asked to inform readers that a need another police car! hearing aid was handed into the station last week. If you are missing one, please call SCHOOL REMINDER the station on 5545 3473 to claim it. The first week of school for the last term of the year is upon us and I remind drivers WELL DONE of school zone speed limits and timings: Lastly, may I congratulate Senior 40 kilometres per hour between 7am and Constable Scott Guerin and Constable 9am and again between 2pm and 4pm. Hamilton on their good work in recently There is simply no excuse to speed taking an alleged armed robbery suspect through a school zone, but unfortunately into police custody. The incident which some drivers will be learning the hard way. occurred while I was on leave involved Please don’t be one of them. good radio communications, the laying Additionally, drivers are reminded that down of a road spike strip, weapons being at the school zones you are not permitted drawn by police and the alleged offender to drive onto a pedestrian crossing while later being taken to the watch house and charged by detectives. Well done guys. someone is still walking on that crossing.

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These comments represent my personal views and Council decisions are decided on by a majority vote. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS Congratulations to the nominees for these Awards. Applications for the Dinner on Sat 23 November can be submitted from Tuesday 16 October. Please refer to the Council web site for further details. AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Council is now calling for nominations for the Australia Day Awards. Entries close on Friday 16 November. Please refer to the Council web site for further details. FLOOD RESTORATION WORK As has been reported before, Council is heavily engaged in Flood Restoration Work. I want to congratulate Council staff for their monitoring of the contract work being conducted. A number of Rework Requests have been issued to those contractors whose work has not come up to standard. PLUMBERS Plumbers should now be aware of the new regulations affecting the Form 4. If plumbers still require advice, please contact John Barraud on 07 55455111. DUMP FEES AND SPEED ON KNOLL ROAD Council Officers have been instructed to prepare a report on dump fees (Shire-wide), and to commence a speed review of Knoll Road. I urge residents to adopt a self imposed 40 kph limit where it is now 50kph. WONGAWALLAN ROAD SPEED LIMIT Thank you to those who have sought an update on the erection of speed signs on Wongawallan Road. It is frustrating that no action has occurred to date. I am seeking an update from Council Officers. SCARECROW FESTIVAL 19-21 OCTOBER Preparations for this fantastic event are taking place and congratulations to the organisers and thank you to the sponsors. There is entertainment in Main Street on Saturday 20 and in Gallery Walk on Sunday 21 October. TOUR de TAMBORINE Tour de Tamborine 2012 has been resurrected and the new date is Sunday 2 December. For full details, please visit www.tourdetamborine.com.au MAIN STREET OPENING OF CHANGING CHAIRS Congratulations to Corien and Ian Hyland on the opening of the furniture and giftware emporium called “Changing Chairs” at 10 Main Street. A very colourful and uniquely different addition to Main Street. DEDICATION OF ESCARPMENT PARKLAND IN THE ECHO VALLEY DEVELOPMENT After many years of anticipation, Lot 999 to the East of Witches Falls National Park, has now been transferred over to Council by the developer. It will now be necessary to conduct a review of the Fire Management Plan. COUNCILLOR DISCUSSION ON STRATEGIC DIRECTION The meeting planned for Monday 8 October was cancelled but I am hopeful that a new date will be selected shortly. An update will be provided at the next Community Forum, to be held on Sunday 4 November (note date change) at 2pm in the Vonda Youngman Community Centre. CONSULTATIONS Consultations will be held in the library on Wed 14 November and Wednesday 12 December, 4pm – 5.30pm. I am also available for one on one meetings at your convenience. My contact details are: Home: 07 5545 0223 Mobile: 0423 931 075 Email: npw1@sctelco.net.au or nigel.w@scenicrim.qld.gov.au

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Councillor’s Comment

Bromelton Industrial Estate development a step closer to reality

NADIA O’CARROLL – DIVISION 2

These comments represent my personal views and Council decisions are decided on by a majority vote. ECHO VALLEY PARKLAND Readers of Phil’s Council Watch column will be familiar with his pursuit of the long running saga of an area on the western escarpment which was to be dedicated as parkland as a condition of the approval of the Echo Valley subdivision many years ago. I am pleased to report that Lot 999, an area of 74.939 ha, is now dedicated park. This is very good news as it protects considerable environmental connectivity of the western escarpment, a zone of high biodiversity and also consolidates management of the area. TAMBORINE LIONS CLUBHOUSE Tamborine Lions is a strong, vibrant , extremely capable organisation which has made significant contributions to projects which assist others locally, nationally and internationally. Council recently gave approval for the club’s latest exciting project, the establishment of their new clubhouse adjacent to the Tamborine Memorial Hall. The clubhouse will provide the club with a base for their activities and meetings, and will also provide a facility for the Tamborine community. Congratulations Tamborine Lions. AQUA AEROBICS I have recently received a number of enquiries about whether aqua aerobics will be held this swimming season. I have received confirmation that the classes will resume and that the aqua aerobic timetable will be provided shortly. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS Congratulations to the businesses nominated for Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards. The winners will be announced at the awards dinner and presentation night on Friday 23 November at The Centre Beaudesert. TMAC This is a grass roots collection of working artists and artisans who are working to establish an artists’ hub. They are conducting a survey in October that can be accessed via their blog http://tmartscollective.wordpress.com/ SCARECROW FESTIVAL An increasing number of colourful and imaginative scarecrows are springing up all over the Mountain for the annual Scarecrow Festival which will be held 19 to 21 October. A scarecrow trail, competitions and prizes plus street entertainment and a bush dance will add to the fun of the festival. TAMBORINE ROUNDABOUT A reminder that the construction of this roundabout will be starting in October and traffic delays are expected. Information is available on the project section of website www.tmr.qld.gov.au telephone 5596 9500. Council website: www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au My contact details: Email: nadia.o@scenicrim.qld.gov.au Tel: 5540 5402; Mobile: 0418 221 453

HE completion of the Bromelton Development Scheme is only months away, with the State Government giving Council the go-ahead to complete its final steps in the process, paving the way for the new industrial precinct. Mayor John Brent said Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney had signed off on the second State Interest Review of Council’s Bromelton Structure Plan and proposed amendments to the Beaudesert Planning Scheme in preparation for the gazettal of the State’s development scheme for the area. Cr Brent said the establishment of Bromelton would create an engine room for employment and business opportunities within the Scenic Rim. Mr Seeney has advised Council it can adopt the necessary changes to its planning scheme, to take effect once the State’s development scheme for Bromelton has been gazetted. The Deputy Premier has asked the Coordinator General to liaise with Council in relation to approval arrangements for the development scheme so that changes to Council’s planning scheme and the gazettal of the State’s development can be aligned. Mr Seeney said this would ensure a seamless transition of the regulatory planning framework for Bromelton and avoid ambiguity for development proponents.

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T’S official – there will be no de-amalgamation of Scenic Rim Regional Council. This follows an announcement by Local Government Minister, David Crisafulli, who said he would refer de-amalgamation proposals from five former shires to the Boundaries Commissioner. They are Douglas, Isis, Livingstone, Mareeba and Noosa shires. It is believed a petition to the minister had been made with regard to the old Boonah Shire. TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS VOL. 1338, OCTOBER 16, 2012 – 11

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FTER 10 gruelling months of chemotherapy, Sammy PardoeMatthews is about to begin the next stage of his cancer treatment, intensive physiotherapy. Eight-year-old Sammy was diagnosed with bone cancer in January and the Mountain community has rallied around to help him and his family. Sammy’s supporters have already been able to help the family make some major adjustments his condition requires and, helped by friends and generous local businesses, have organised a raffle to raise funds for his ongoing treatment. Tickets in the raffle are only $2 each, and offer the chance to win: • First prize: a Panasonic 42-inch flat screen TV and surround sound home theatre and blu ray player, worth $1600 • Second prize: a Beefeater 900 series barbecue, worth $1000 • Third prize: a family fun package, VIP family pass for four to Movieworld, Sea

World and Wet ‘n’ Wild , and Outback Spectacular dinner and show for a family of four, valued at $820. • Fourth prize: two Sea World day passes plus two Pirates of the Pacific dinner and show tickets, worth $360 • Fifth prize: Bunnings vouchers worth $250. Tickets are available online at www.supportingsamuel.com.au and also locally at Clancy's, the Spice of Life, Joseph’s Greengrocer, Tamborine Mountain Butchers, St Bernards Hotel, Taste Buddies, Jobsons Traditional Realty, the Delivino, The Last Tango, Foodworks, and Eagle Heights Butcher. The winning tickets will be drawn at noon on November 24 at Geissmann Oval. Thanks to the businesses and community members who have supported Sammy and his family. For all enquiries regarding donations or raffle tickets, please call Haydn or Adrienne Simmons on 0419 429 367.

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OVEMBER is Lung Awareness Month and the John Flynn Respiratory Centre at Tugun on the Gold Coast has two initiatives that could improve respiratory health in our community. Individuals with shortness of breath or a known lung condition can undergo a high altitude simulation test to determine if oxygen is required when flying and if so, how much is needed to stay safely oxygenated in flight. The centre’s lung specialists are increasingly seeing people with lung conditions who have either had difficulties

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breathing during commercial flights or who are scared they will experience significant shortness of breath at altitude and are discouraged from travelling. The second initiative allows bulk billing for children aged 6-12 years with cough, wheezing or breathing difficulties who may have asthma and require a breathing test (spirometry). This test is only available for children who have respiratory symptoms and a GP referral is required. The centre has specially trained respiratory scientists with blue cards to perform these tests and its lung specialists will interpret and report on the tests.

Letters to the Editor

Readers are reminded that letters to the editor must show full name of writer for publication. To the Editor, Are you 18 to 30, living on Tamborine Mountain, and seeking social outlets? It’s a great place, but there’s a real lack of facilities for young people trying to meet others with similar interests and outlook, particularly if not involved in church groups, or the pub culture (not that there’s anything wrong with either!). Warrick and Janis are the proud parents of Alan, 26, who has interests in computer games, movies and television series, home cooking, travel and the finer types of beers. He goes 10pin bowling off the mountain once a week and drives his own car, but works four to five night shifts a week, which doesn’t give him much opportunity to meet people of his own age and interests on the Mountain. He happens to have Asperger’s Syndrome.

Do you think there’s an opening for a ‘young singles’ group for BBQs, comedy shows at the Gold Coast, movie outings, and pool or darts at one of the pubs? Maybe to meet just once a month, for a start,to do something together. Parents of youths with Asperger’s and other young adults might like to have their input too. There will be an informal meeting at The Secret Garden, 69 Main Western Road, on Saturday 20 October at 3pm for interested people (coffee, drinks and snacks can be purchased). Contact us on 5545 0819, 0418 122 295 or workingoptions1@bigpond.com if you wish to come (or if you are not available on that day, but are still interested).

To the Editor, The annual Springtime on the Mountain festival has come and gone. The complete apathy for the occasion demonstrated by shops and cafes, as well as the business sector was certainly evident in the overall lack of support. One travels to other similar events and the whole community comes together in support of the whole experience. Businesses, tourism venues – all embrace the theme of the event. Our local council did not contribute one flowering bed for display. Quite a different

scene in the recent Toowoomba displays where one is blinded by colour. Main Street did not rise to the occasion. With the exception of one of the newest businesses on Main Street, this strip was void of pot plant, balloon, and flower in the window or a vase on the counter – zero. Congratulations, however, to the VIC. They fortunately had the initiative and insight lacking elsewhere for the spirit of Springtime. The Scarecrow festival is fast approaching. Hopefully, we will all support a great venue and a great three day event. T. Reeves

To the Editor, Graham Lloyd’s article in the week-end Australian of 6-7 October 2012, headed “Antarctic Ice Expands Against Odds”, says the expansion continues a trend of increasing Antarctic sea ice cover of about one per cent a decade and is at odds with the predictions of climate change models that continue to forecast a long-term decline. Lloyd says one possible explanation for the increase in sea ice was changing patterns of large-scale atmospheric circulation. This may explain our long period of winter cold weather this year. We certainly see no evidence of whales being harmed – in fact they appear to be thriving and increasing in number

and interact with the watching crowds with great enthusiasm. Photos on TV of Antarctic penguins also show nature at its happiest best. The National Snow and Ice Data Centre at Boulder, Colorado, USA, says Antarctic sea ice reached a maximum extent of 19.44 million square kilometres; slightly larger than the previous record in 2006. I intend keeping this edition of The Australian as a worthwhile reference to the fact that nothing has been proved with the global warming theory. I just hope we are not wasting our money paying the Government this Carbon Tax. Ian R. Milton

To the Editor, After the sudden and distressing disappearance of our 17 year old Miszka four weeks ago, we were touched by the sympathy and support from everyone in Mount Tamborine, Canungra and surrounding areas. Neighbours, friends, newspaper editors, shop keepers, cafe owners, posties, school children all kept an eye out for Miszka and had kind words for us. Unfortunately, after four weeks we might have to accept that she passed away and is waiting for us in the “Rainbow Bridge Paddock”. Miszka was the loveliest dog ever and we miss her terribly. Ted & Simone Stelmasiak

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Young Troublemakers set to rock Scarecrow Festival this Saturday

HEY’RE The Troublemakers by name, if not by nature, and will be at their very best performing for the Tamborine Mountain Scarecrow Festival this weekend. The children’s band is a family foursome of cousins, ranging in age from five to nine, and came together as a group a year ago. Playing everything from the Beatles to Blur, the band has a few public appearances under its belt, but its greatest gig so far will be the Scarecrow Festival. Catch The Troublemakers in action at the Kids for Kids concert at the Zamia Theatre on Saturday from 11am or the Cheese Factory on Sunday between 4pm and 4.30pm. prior to the announcement of the prizewinning scarecrows. Also on Sunday, as part of the festival, the 20-piece band Shades of Blue will be performing on Gallery Walk at 11am and 1pm.

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Celebrate spring at St George’s fair

HERE’S something for every taste and budget at St George’s Anglican Church Spring Fair on Saturday, November 3. Fair-goers with an eye for a bargain can enjoy sorting the trash from the treasure or take home some of the many home-made cakes, sweets and jams. The green thumbs of St George’s have been busy preparing items for a stall that offers beautiful plants at bargain prices, while crafty members of the congregation have created lovely quilts, knitted dolls, toys and baby clothes. Books are bound to be a big money-spinner and Devonshire morning teas and a sausage sizzle will be some of the food on offer. There’s all the fun of the fair for children, with face painting and free pony rides. The fair begins at 8.30am and runs until 1pm in the grounds of the church, Dapsang Drive, Tamborine Mountain.

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Our Sports Centre: love it and support it L OVE it and support it – that’s the plea from Dr Alan Blackman, in assessing the future of the Tamborine Mountain Sports Centre. Rising costs, an annual income shortfall, and a lack of Council financial support are threatening its ongoing viability, according to Dr Blackman, President of the Tamborine Mountain Sports Association. Stage one of the sports centre – a wonderful community asset – was officially opened with great fanfare in August 2010 thanks to $3.7 million grant from the Federal Government. The 20 hectare site had been purchased earlier by the old Beaudesert Shire Council for $3million, while the application for government funding was made by the association with support from the council. The facility which is owned by the Scenic Rim Council is leased to the Tamborine Mountain Sports Association which manages its ongoing operations. The association is owned and run by local

sports and recreation clubs from the Tamborine Mountain region. Stage one of the sports centre includes three playing fields, two netball courts and a croquet/gateball green, plus a clubhouse, spectator facilities and parking for 249 cars and five buses. Dr Blackman said the association relied on funding from sporting and recreational clubs, canteen sales, hiring of facilities for events, the sale of sections of panel fencing and plaques, business and individual donations, and ad hoc government grants. He said the sports centre was relatively costly to maintain, with $25,000 to $30,000 a year required to maintain the fields. “Simply to stay weed free costs us around $10,000 annually. “While the council recently donated a much needed tractor, we do not receive any direct financial support from it to maintain and improve the ovals and other facilities. “We are very appreciative of the support from our local sporting bodies, individuals

and businesses, as well the generous support of service organisations such as Tamborine Mountain Lions whose grant of $10,000 is giving us a solar electricity generating system that will eliminate our power bills. “We are exploring every possible avenue to bring in more funding – grants, sponsorship, better equipment to lower operating costs – but more than anything we need additional support from our local community and business houses. Dr Blackman said sporting clubs and organisations were paying their way but a significant and growing number of community bodies were now using the facilities but not contributing to their upkeep. “We desperately need additional and ongoing community support,” he said. “Even a donation of $1 a week by members of our community would make a significant difference for us,” said Dr Blackman.

New home for old Zamia projector

ARWICK Howard makes a nostalgic visit to the Tamborine Mountain Historical Society Heritage Centre to visit an old friend, a Westrex carbon arc film projector from the Zamia Theatre. The projector was recently presented to the Heritage Centre by the Tamborine Mountain Little Theatre Group. For many years Warwick, who is also a member of the Heritage Centre, was a projectionist at the Zamia where he operated the old Westrex. The 35mm projector, along with a second model, was acquired by the Zamia around 1992. Both were made in the mid-1930s but were still in perfect running order when they arrived at the Zamia. The advance of technology finally caught up with them and they were ultimately replaced by a modern digital projector. Anyone wanting to know more about the Zamia can obtain a copy of The Zamia Theatre Scrapbook which is currently on sale at the Heritage Centre, the Visitor Centre and North Tamborine Mitre 10 for just $10. TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN NEWS VOL. 1338, OCTOBER 16, 2012 – 15

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Former ballerina rates local dance students highly

TUDENTS of the Tamborine Mountain Dance Academy have just finished their end of year ballet assessments with outstanding results. They were independently assessed by Christine Walsh, Director of the Melbourne-based Australian Conservatoire of Ballet. Ms Walsh was a former ballerina with the Australian Ballet and now

conducts one of the country’s leading training and assessment programs. She places a high emphasis on correct placement, dynamics and performing quality, so her judgments command great respect in the Australia-wide ballet community. It is a great tribute to local dance teacher Ann Anderson and her enthusiastic and

hard-working group of students that Ms Walsh awarded eight Distinctions and 11 Highly Commendeds in her assessments. The Tamborine Mountain community will have an opportunity to see this talented group of students in action later in the year when they perform Alladin at the Vonda Youngman Community Centre.

Tamborine Mountain Rainfall for September 2012

Happy 80th to Mike

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FTER an extremely dry August everyone was hoping for some useful rain in September but we were disappointed. Gardens dried up and tanks ran dry. Troughs in the middle of the month brought the only rain of much value recorded on the18th and 19th. There was thunder & lightning on the 22nd and again on the25th but the Mountain missed out on anything useful. The Southern Oscillation Index (SOI)

has been hovering around zero for more than a month and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) has been positive. [For explanation see my article in TMNews 1282 on 6 July, 2010 & on the website]. The combined effect on us in southern Queensland is to produce drought. The Bureau of Met. are talking about another El Nino in the offing. The expected rain for September at Fern St. is 51mm and the average is 58mm. Mike Russell

UR “weather man” Mike Russell turned 80 last week and, after many weeks of dry weather, the elements decided to throw a party of their own – not that Mike or anyone else was complaining. A party in Mike’s honour, organised by his friends, was to have been held at Dickson Park, but due to heavy rain and wind had to be hastily re-located to Geissmann Oval. Mike normally provides the News with a monthly rainfall update for the Mountain but has had little to report recently.

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Bowls team successes Mountain Men’s Pennant Team has again enjoyed THeadsAMBORINE a very successful year, reaching the grand final against Tweed at Robina Bowls Club. This is the third time in four years that Tamborine Mountain has made the finals and the second time it has made the grand final. Unfortunately, the team was unable to repeat its 2009 Pennant success, and had to settle for the runners-up flag this year, losing to Tweed Heads by 8 shots over the 3 rinks. President Lance Cordingley said he was proud of the team’s remarkable record of success in the Gold Coast competition,

Main Golf Club News 9 HOLE TWILIGHT EVENT THURS 27 SEPT Johnno Johnston, what a legend in his own lifetime! Johnno took the course apart and showed you don’t need 250+ metre drives to play great golf, accuracy, touch and imagination are the keys. Scoring 25 points he easily walked away with the day’s trophy leaving all in his wake, John is one of the most consistent players in the club and it’s nice to see him in the winners circle. Anton Wernerkink, one of those that can propel that little ball over the 250 mark, was second on 23 points on a 4 way countback from Manfred Karlhuber (3rd) Chris Howes and Dave Rankin. These scores are rather good guys! Haydn Simmons took out the approach on 12 while the nearest the pin on 14 went to Dean Coles. The player of the month award (the most consistent) was once again donated by St.Bernard’s Hotel, went to Kristo Bradley. Well done Kristo and thanks again to St.Bernard’s Hotel. Kristo will now be able to take a day off from cooking as I believe his partner Katie is, ah, well, what should we say, makes a great frozen sausage roll. 18 HOLE STABLEFORD EVENT THURS 27 SEPT Quite a good field and so it should be, what fantastic weather. Although we now are looking forward to some spring rains, to restore our tanks and refresh the soil. The writer has picked Kaleb O’Bree over the last month to win quite a few events, but now he’s making a meal of it. Is there no stopping this man! Kaleb won the day’s event although on a countback from Glenn Antill both with 41 points. These two golfers have shared the trophies over the last couple of weeks both on Thursday and Saturday events and reporting their exploits is becoming a bit monotonous, so come you other golfers what’s going on. All jokes aside they are both playing extremely good golf. Jimmy Dunn 3rd on 38 points and Peter Smart won the approach on the 3rd. 9 HOLE TWILIGHT EVENT 4TH OCTOBER We mentioned that having too many swing thoughts ruins the result, all thoughts on mechanics should be done on the practice range not on the course during play. This is what our golf professional Andy Koureas preaches and put into practice by Tony “The Murph” Murphy who took home the bickies with a neat 27 points. The Murph stated that he felt he was once again enjoying going to the course after his sessions with Andy

especially as its members were from such a small club. Tamborine Mountain is thought by many to be one of the best performing bowls clubs per capita. It enters a number of competitions each year in which it usually performs very well. Prospective members are invited to contact the club on 5545 1308 or to drop in – they will be most welcome. Lance said various competitions were entered at several skill levels, and social games were organised each week. “There is definitely something for everyone in the sport of bowls, and our friendly club looks forward to greeting you,” he said. and hoped that “the Message” would stay on-board. The ever present Dean Coles pipped into 2nd with 25 points from Dave Rankin on 24. Glen Antill won the approach with a fantastic second shot on 12 and our little “Scot” Jimmy Dunn the nearest the pin on the 14th. Well done lads! 18 HOLE STABLEFORD EVENT 4TH OCTOBER The number one “grumble bum” Michael McKeon shot his best score in some time and was reluctant to have even a little grumble, “I could have shot anything today” and no doubt after 42 points on greens that have just been renovated was a great score. Mick was seen giving free instructions on chipping and general play to a very enthusiastic audience. Peter Smart, Michael’s playing partner has posted a reward for anyone who can recover his treasured #3 hybrid which was last seen soaring towards dense scrub beside the 8th tee. “Smarty Pants” had, shall we say played an uncharacteristic wild swing from the 8th tee sending the ball out of bounds. His partners said his best swing of the day came next, as he delivered the club into the abyss. Peter was seen at the presentation with scratches, bits of shrubbery and part of a bird nest hanging from his person admitting he couldn’t find the offending club. Isn’t golf great! Tony Murphy was 2nd with 41 points while Mick McKeon took the approach on 16 whilst David Koureas nearest the pin on the 7th. Speaking of David [40 points], this lad hits the ball a mile and came home with three great birdies on the last three holes and was just beaten into third, well played David. MONTHLY MEDAL SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER After having our greens scarified etc. during the week they were unable to be mown, thus they were very, very slow and caused some heartburn amongst a few players. But, as usual good golfers can handle all adversity thrown at them. Winner of the “A” grade medal Kaleb O’Bree (we are not saying anymore about this guy, too good, 3rd medal in a row) “B” grade the ever present Johhno Johnston “C” grade Martin Maginn (we would like to inform Martin that we are quite casual in our dress at presentations and having him go home to dress formally was unnecessary, but thanks) The three winners all managed an extremely good nett score of 66, brilliant on slow greens. Runners up “A” grade John Halpin nett 68, “B” grade George Jones nett 69 on a countback and “C” grade Harry Howard 67 nett. You needed 70 nett or better to win a ball. Good golfing... The Chipper

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TUESDAY 9TH OCTOBER 2012 Today we played catch-up so as we could fit in some more Comps that we had omitted playing earlier in the year because of the wet weather. (Oh for some wet weather now! – only not on a Tuesday). Monthly Medal for October Div. I winner Lesley Brady 68 nett Div. II Cathy Achterberg 70 nett C/B from Kay Hamilton. Putts Cathy Achterberg NTP No 7 Katherine Lim APP No 15 Christine Youngman APP No 17 Liz Howard Turkey’s nest Cathy Achterberg. PATRONS TROPHY was also played, and it was a pleasure to welcome the club Patron Alan Rosser along with his wife Joycelyn. Thank you Alan for coming to join us for lunch and present your trophies. Div. 1 Winner with 41 points Lesley Brady, R/U Bev Aird. Div. 11 Kay Hamilton R/U Debbie Keir. The greens are looking amazing after the renovations. On behalf of the Ladies, a huge thanks you to Wayne and his merry band of Volunteers. We all enjoyed our game. And spring is very obvious in the beautiful new foliage. Also great to have Dell Goodrick join us for lunch. Next week Medal of Medals for all the girls who had won a Monthly Medal throughout the year. Good Golfing

TM Bridge Club News MONDAY 8TH OCTOBER AT 6.45 PM – 7 TABLE MITCHELL North-South 1st C Bowman & K Bowman 61.0% 2nd B Bull & S Leahy 55.7% 3rd W Natrop & P Warrell 50.9% East-West 1st D Donaldson & H Edrich 56.6% 2nd D Goodrick & J Youngman 51.5% 3rd J Evans & R Evans 51.2% TUESDAY 9TH OCTOBER AT 12.45 PM – 7 PAIR HOWELL 1st D Cowls & J Salter 77.1% 2nd M Franklin & K Mulders 64.6% 3rd J Bligh & S Gregory 52.1% MONDAY 1ST OCTOBER AT 6.45 PM – 7 TABLE MITCHELL North-South 1st L Balmer & S McConachy 56.8% 2nd D Merrin & D Merrin 56.4% 3rd W Natrop & P Warrell 55.5% East-West 1st D Donaldson & H Edrich 63.6% 2nd G Ilett & K Ilett 56.9% 3rd L Adams & M Gibbons 52.6% TUESDAY 2ND OCTOBER AT 12.45 PM – 9 PAIR HOWELL 1st D Cowls & J Salter 69.6% 2nd= M Franklin & K Mulders 52.4% 2nd= R Feige & S Feige 52.4% THURSDAY 4TH OCTOBER AT 12.45 PM – 8 TABLE MITCHELL North-South 1st D Cowls & J Salter 72.3% 2nd J Evans & J Eveleigh 58.6% 3rd S Leahy & N McCowan 52.1% East-West 1st R Feige & S Feige 61.9% 2nd= J Bligh & S Gregory 53.9% 2nd= P Morris & P Rasmussen 53.9%

A birdwatching excursion to remember

Show’s a piece of cake for Kranskys

OURNE, Eve and Dawn Kransky, three endearing spinsters from Esk, are bringing their freshly-baked brand new show “Piece of Cake” to the Scenic Rim. The three eccentric sisters will serve up their interpretations of well-known songs from Abba, George Michael, Beyonce, AC/DC, Pink Floyd and more. Their eclectic mix of instruments includes a musical saw, tuba, old reed keyboard, kitchen pots and whatever else they can lay their hands on. Rave reviews follow the trio wherever they perform. Their awards include Sydney Theatre Awards (Best Cabaret Production 2008), Edinburgh Festival (Herald Angel Award for Excellence), Australian Mo Awards (Best Comedy Ensemble 2006), Melbourne International Comedy Festival (The Melbourne Age Critics and Melbourne Airport’s Best Newcomer Awards 2004). “A truly bizarre and utterly funny show. The fantastic characters are not unlike across between the Sugababes and the Addams Family,” says The Edinburgh Review Fringe. “The success of the show lies in the precision of the music, and a narrative that lures the audience, rocking with laughter into a totally unsavoury, insular world,” says The Independent, Scotland. Scenic Rim is lucky to be part of their upcoming Queensland tour and they’ll be on stage at The Centre, Beaudesert on Saturday 3 November at 8pm. “Piece of Cake” is suitable for the whole family. Ticket prices are adults $32, concessions $25 and a groups of 10 are $28 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at www.liveatthecentre.com.au, by phoning The Centre on 5540 5050 or by visiting the box office at The Centre, Beaudesert.

EN exuberant Mountain birders kept watch for four days in September in delectable Girraween National Park and Tenterfield. There was a wealth of observations of notable birds species, like the chestnut-rumped heath wren, hooded robin, rufus song lark, and diamond fire-tail, among a long list. At the October meeting Pat Stockwell reported on the return of migrant waders. A visit to Moreton Bay revealed large numbers of bar-tailed and lack-tailed godwits, also eastern curlews, whimbrell, sharp-tailed sandpipers and knots. Local notes included the odd sight of two rosellas: an eastern feeding a crimson, (Dawn Hooper). Several members have watched bush stone curlews (pictured) in a park at Southport. The next nature walk on the Mountain is set for Wednesday 7 November. The meeting point is the Visitor Information Centre at 6am. The walk will proceed onto the Landcare revegetation area near the Dog Park, and along the creek. Ivor Filmer

Experience the RV lifestyle

LL roads will lead to Boonah as more than 1100 campervans and motorhomes converge on the town this week. As part of its week-long national rally, the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia is holding a public open day on Saturday, October 20 at the Boonah Showgrounds and Coronation Park from 9am to 3pm. The open day provides an insight into the recreational vehicle lifestyle, with displays including new and used vehicles, a satellite and television workshop and details of how to earn money while travelling Australia.

One small place on earth Unidentified fungi – Driveway, Eagle Heights You can’t keep biodiversity down. I once saw a blade of grass poking through a join in the concrete ramp linking the courtyard to the car park in Australia Fair. These amazing looking fungi, only a few centimetres high, were forcing their way through gaps in coarse gravel, one of many clusters scattered throughout the driveway and an adjacent earth bank. I selected this frame because it shows a fungus with stem. It has only just been captured and I have not had time to submit it to the mycologist who has helped identify many of the fungi I have filmed. Frames from video footage celebrating Tamborine Mountain’s biodiversity.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN BUSINESS DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING STEPHEN HALL & ASSOC. P/L Accounting on the Mountain • Taxation/BAS Returns • Business Advice • Bookkeeping

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VETERINARY SURGERY Established on the Mountain since 1990 Andrew Paxton-Hall BVSc. Chris Corcoran BVSc. (Hons) Small & Large Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm Animal Practice Saturday 8am - 1pm A fully equipped veterinary hospital right here on the Mountain providing quality service including home visits, x-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood tests, surgery, pet grooming, hydrobath and a full range of pet food supplies. 2 Main St, Nth Tamborine

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