Mary Valley Voice June 7, 2017 Vol 27 #06 by The Mary Valley Voice

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and Botanic Gardens setting. This year there will be a chance to win a weekend at Peppers Resort, Noosa courtesy of Noosa Tourism. *Our Catch and Release Bass Fishing Comp hosted by Lake Macdonald Fish Stocking Group, starts early 6.30am at Mary River Cod Park with some fantastic prizes on offer from Hooked on Angling & Outdoors. Registration forms from MRCCC website http://mrccc. org.au/2017/03/lake-macdonald-catchand-release-bass-fishing-competition-2/ The festival gives a wide range of groups and agencies an opportunity to connect with locals and visitors to our region to generate the interest and commitment to environmental initiatives needed to make a genuine difference. MRCCC and Noosa Landcare organise the Noosa Festival of Water with a legion of community groups and volunteers working together to stage the event. The event is supported by Noosa Council through Community Partnership Alliance Signature Event funding. Seqwater, UnityWater and the Cooroy Branch of the Bendigo Community Bank also sponsor the event. All the fun details and times are found on the Noosa Festival of Water programme – download pdf http://mrccc.org.au/2017/05/noosa-festival-of-water-2017 Any enquiries, please call the MRCCC on 07 5482 4766 or email admin@mrccc.org.au

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KOALAS IN THE MARY VALLEY

ZEN DAY RETREAT IN KENILWORTH

t is traditional for Zen practice to hold regular day retreats called ‘zenkai’ (Japanese). These day retreats provide an opportunity to deepen one’s practice, to hear a talk from a teacher, and generally strengthen one’s sense of commitment. There is also an opportunity for newcomers to find out more about the tradition of Zen and experience the meditation practice. A schedule for the day can be found on www.sunmountainzen.org.au Details for retreat in Kenilworth are: DATE: Saturday 17 June TIME: 9am – 2.30pm WHERE: St John Bosco Church, Phillip St COST: $30 for day; $15 concession or as able. BYO lunch. All enquiries to Sue Wolter 0439 130 158.

KENILWORTH FIRST RESPONSE

he QAS Legacy is an annual fundraising bicycle ride, their charity assists paramedics and their families in their time of need. Recently the Kenilworth First Response Group welcomed the riders to our town of Kenilworth then hosted an evening barbecue, followed by breakfast the next morning before they continued on the next stage of their journey. I would like to thank the following: • Tim and Di Donovan for their time in doing the cooking. • The Maleny Local Ambulance Committee. • Kenilworth Top Cafe. • Kenilworth Bakery. • Kenilworth Cheese factory for their generous donations. • Joyce and Wayne Lashmar for organising the food for the evening and breakfast meals. • Chris Childs Group Leader SES for all his efforts in organising the riders to spend time with us and making the SES shed available to them. Lastly I would like to thank the KFR support group for all their help. Hans Schinkel, 5472 3569 President Kenilworth First Response Pictured below are the Queensland Ambulance Legacy riders and some of the KFR group at the Kenilworth SES shed (May) as part of their annual fundraising for QAS families.

18 JUNE MEETING AT IMBIL

ympie’s Koala Action Group is heading out to the RSL Hall in Main St, Imbil on Sunday 18 June from 9.30am to midday for their second regional meeting of 2017. The group is inviting Imbil and Mary Valley residents to come along and share their knowledge and experiences of local koala populations. The meeting will feature presentations from Wildcare, Wildlife Rescue and the Sunshine Coast University’s Detection Dogs for Conservation research team. Over the past two years, the Koala Action Group has met monthly to gather information about koalas in our region and to highlight the threats that koala populations are facing from things like vehicle strikes, loss of habitat, dog attack and disease. The group’s coordinator, Michelle Daly, is encouraging Imbil and Mary Valley locals to come along to the meeting and learn about threats to koalas, how to determine if a koala is sick or injured and who to call for help, as well as how koalas live and breed and how they use the landscape. Even collecting koala scats (poo) can help researchers understand koala health and distribution of the species. “Most koalas live in habitat that is found on private land, so our actions are a key to their future. The more we learn and understand the complex world of wild koalas, how they live and breed and how they use the landscape, the better we can help them” said Michelle. The Imbil meeting follows on from the Koala Action Group’s first regional meeting in Widgee, which attracted around 30 local residents who have now formed their own local koala group and are working together to protect koalas and their habitat in the Widgee region. To RSVP for the Imbil meeting or to find out more about Gympie’s Koala Action Group visit their Facebook page, call Michelle on 0437 549 252 or send an email to koalas@mrccc.org.au Light refreshments will also be served.

MOY POCKET RAINFALL ‒ MAY 2017 by Graham Brennan This May 58mm. Last May 26mm. 16 year average for May is 62mm. That’s nine days of rain. 16 year average 11 days of rain. The three months of Autumn 408mm (March had 341mm). Last Autumn 176mm. 16 year average for Autumn is 299mm.

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LIFE AND TIMES IN THE 1890’S

n page three of the publication on 17 March, 1898 of the Gympie Times and Mary River Mining Gazette, the following report stated:-

The upper part of the Mary River suffered severely from the last flood, which at Tuchekoi was higher than that in January last, although at Kenilworth the water did not reach within three feet of same. The first flood swept the maize crop away and in many instances covered the cleared scrub lands on the river banks with tons of sand and drift. Not losing heart the settlers planted potatoes only to be destroyed by the water last week. The loss is particularly hard to bear as most of the farmers are poor men depending on the crops to pay their rent and living expenses. Backbone and pluck are, however, conspicuous characteristics of the settlers about Yahoo Creek, as at a meeting held at Kenilworth station on Saturday night, which was numerously attended, it was decided to establish a Co-operative Creamery owned by the residents. No time is to be lost in getting to work, and Mr Mahon of the Agricultural Department has been asked to visit the district and assist with his advice. After the “Dairy Meeting” a meeting of the Race Club was held at which it was decided that the Kenilworth races, which have been postponed twice on account of the weather should be run on Saturday, the 26th March. And all races should be post entries. A good day’s sport is confidently expected as the attendance of horses from Gympie and Brisbane as well as the local favourites has been promised. To judge from the roads, the district did not gain by being severed from the Widgee and included in the Maroochy division. On the other side of the Tuchekoi pinch there are dangerous culverts and masses of driftwood – that from the January flood not having been cleared away yet – whilst on the Gympie side repairs were effected as soon as the water subsided. Historic Note:- The Shire began as the Widgee local government division in 1879. Kenilworth remained with Widgee until 1896. www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Council/News-Centre/ Backward-Glance-history-of-local-government-160316 www.imbil.qld.au/data/imagegallery/211a64f6-11d2-20ad301a-4307f30aff06/0ed4f761-8b4d-fc90-c872-06976dff72e0.jpg Come along to the Kenilworth Museum any Sunday to learn more of the history of the district. Lenore Meldrum, President Kenilworth & District Historical Assn Inc.

Pictured top, Imbil flood 1880s and bottom, potato pickers.

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CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

ev’d Jeanette Jamieson, the incoming priest in the Maleny Anglican Parish, conducted her first HC service at St Luke’s Kenilworth on Sunday, 28 May, sharing a pleasant lunch with parishioners afterwards. • Rev’d Jeanette will be the celebrant in Kenilworth on the fourth Sunday of the month at 11am. • Rev’d Kaye Pitman will be the celebrant in Kenilworth on the second Sunday on the month at 9am. Both services will be followed by refreshments in St Luke’s Hall. • A service of Morning Prayer is held on the first and third Sundays. • Rev’d Jeanette is very interested in ecumenical worship and is looking forward to the next ecumenical service in Kenilworth on 30 July ( fifth Sunday). The GFS celebrated its 135th anniversary with morning tea and an interesting tour of Government House in Brisbane. Everyone was very pleasantly surprised when the Governor, Paul de Jersey, joined the group for quite a long talk about his duties and was happy to have photos taken. Cheerio for now from the Churches.

KENILWORTH CHOOK CHASE 2017 Wayde Gorsch inspecting the track

ut your helmets on and get ready for this year’s annual Chook Chase being held on 29 and 30 July. The Chook Chase is a popular motorbike ride held to raise much needed money for local organisations in Kenilworth. It comprises an Open Track held in the Kenilworth Forestry and a Novice and a Pee Wee track held on private property adjacent to the Kenilworth showgrounds. The open Track requires a registered bike and licensed rider with a cost of $110 for the weekend ride (free burger and drink included). There are separate loops for Saturday and Sunday this year. The Novice and Pee tracks are some of the best around and at $40 for the weekend (also including a burger and drink) very reasonably priced. The Chook Chase is a fun family get-away weekend with catering provided and camping available, as well as great raffle prizes up for grabs. The grand prize sponsors are KTM. All safety precautions are taken with SES checkpoints on the Open Track and Kenilworth First Response and Gympie First Aid on site. All bookings this year are online. Online bookings open Saturday 17 June at 8am. See the Chook Chase website for more information. https://www.facebook.com/KenilworthChookChase All money raised goes back into the community to the following organisations: Kenilworth Hall and Showgrounds Assoc., Kenilworth Swimming Pool Assoc., Kenilworth First Response, Kenilworth SES, Kenilworth State Community College P&C, and The Mary Valley Voice. If you are a local and able to volunteer your time, please make contact through our Facebook page. Your help and support is needed and appreciated.

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“THIS AND THAT” Kenilworth

Hello again from KAC. We’ve been up to a bit of this and that since the last MVV. We had a very enjoyable morning tea at COUNCIL the KAC Shack for members and friends on Tuesday 16 May with the usual great selection of goodies to nibble on and plenty of lively conversation. Just for fun we had a competition, “I Know that Face”, putting names to faces of well known identities, some local, some national and some international. New member, Brian was the winner and Kathy collected the Lucky Door prize. At the “Bring ‘n Buy”, Jan’s cards and Lisa’s hand-made soaps were hot sellers. We hope to have Members and Friends morning teas on a regular basis with the next one on Tuesday 20 June at 10am. Do come along! The KAC Gardening Club (last Friday of the month) spent an enjoyable morning at Mary-Jane and Dan’s impressive garden at Cambroon on Friday 26 May with valuable information first hand on garden design, composting and revegetation of a wildlife corridor. Don’t forget, the Arty Garden Party will be held as part of the ArtsFest this year. What else is in the pipeline? On Saturday 17 June, we invite members and friends to the launch of the 2017 Kenilworth ArtsFest brochure / entry form and new web page. The function will be ‘Champers and Canapes’ at McGinns at 5 for 5:30pm, with a complimentary drink on arrival. Cost is $23 per person and we ask you, please, to book and pay at McGinns by Wednesday 14 June. We hope you’ll come along to our Bastille Day Dinner with its French flavour on Saturday 22 July at the Kenilworth Hotel at 6 for 6:30 pm. The dinner is $30 per person and for catering purposes, please book and pay at the hotel by Wednesday 19 July. This should be another fun night. Would anyone be interested in hiring a small bus to visit Qld Art Gallery and GOMA or perhaps going to a performance at QPAC? Another alternative is to carpool to Nambour and travel to Brisbane by train. Something to think about. We are very pleased to hear that Kev Franzi’s new show got off to such a successful start. See article page 12. Congratulations, Kev! Do book to see this on 5446 0341. Thinking of joining as a member? Secretary Lisa would love to hear from you 5472 3223 or kac@kenilwortharts.org.au

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ancy celebrating the sparkle of Christmas twice this year? Then join in the fun of the Chicks in the Sticks Christmas in July high tea. It will be held on Sunday, 16 July at Yabbaloumba Retreat near Kenilworth and Father Christmas has agreed to join us. There will be fun and games for people who want to participate with a Christmas theme plus raffles, lots of prizes and the crowning of the Chick in the Sticks. There will be special Christmas fare created for us by Jimmy’s Catering, Coffee and Eats and some surprise treats for you to enjoy. All the money raised goes direct to breast cancer research through the Queensland Cancer Fund. The event is run by volunteers. Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer for women. By 2020 it is estimated 17,210 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer compared with 15,600 in 2015. To purchase your $40 ticket call Kelli 5446 0155/5446 0593 or Lollie 5446 0222. There are only 150 tickets available. On the day, Chicks in the Sticks organisers like to present flowers to women who have survived breast cancer. These flowers are very generously donated by Luala Holdings of Conondale. If you know someone deserving of flowers let us know when you pick up your tickets or message Chicks in the Sticks high tea on Facebook. With the high tea being in July it means guest will be able to dress in their winter finery, a special treat as winters on the Sunshine Coast are so short. If you want to be on trend go for all one colour outfits or the fluted dress. Use your accessories to add a pop of colour and don’t forget the beret or cloche hat if you feel so inclined. Denim on denim, soft leather, bomber jackets, velvet and faux-fur coats also make the grade.

Stallholders welcome. Register your interest, email kac@kenilwortharts.org.au or message on 5472 3223.

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COMMUNITY _________________ TED O’BRIEN MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX M’DORE ELECTORATE OFFICE 07 5479 2800 t long last, the people of Kenilworth see the return of a doctor’s surgery in the centre of town. I know how important this is for residents and so I join with the community in saying a big welcome to Dr Siobhan MacDonald. Let me also acknowledge the efforts of many, including Cr Greg Rogerson, who worked so tirelessly to solve this problem. What it means now is that after some two years without a Kenilworth GP, patients can now conveniently consult their own local doctor. What a difference this makes to a town and its people and I am sure Dr MacDonald will be greeted by many thankful faces. Dr MacDonald’s arrival is an example of the marketplace solving a problem that at first looked like it might require various levels of government intervention. Cr Rogerson and I had been exploring options including extending the Information Centre to construct a new surgery using a mix of Council and Federal money. However that is no longer necessary and I have therefore advised the Federal Minister that no Federal Government funding is required for that project and I understand Cr Rogerson has done likewise with Council. The Kenilworth experience is a prime example of a rural area struggling with inadequate health services and it’s a reminder of the need to continue pressuring all tiers of government to ensure that these areas do not miss out. Meanwhile work has now started on widening the Bruce Highway to six lanes between Caloundra Road and the Sunshine Motorway. The Federal Government has also committed to putting in an extra two lanes between Caboolture and Caloundra – subject to the State Government coming to the party. As always, please get in touch with me about any issues or concerns.

A What's in the Spotlight Boost your social media skills Learn about promoting your event or business using social media at council’s free Sunshine Coast Events Network ‘Digital Sunshine Coast Social Media for Business’ workshop, June 21 at the Surfair Beach Hotel. Book now via council’s website.

Celebrate the men in your life Men’s Health Week, June 12 – 18, celebrates the strengths of men and the contributions they make in our community. This year’s theme is 'Healthy Body – Healthy Mind: Keeping the Balance.' Attend free nutrition talks, tness sessions and more. Visit council’s website to book.

Celebrate our 50th Community days, street fairs, an outdoor movie night, art exhibits, concerts, heritage displays and an open cockpit weekend are just some of the SC50 celebration events.

Your Transport Levy fund The Transport Levy funds service improvements, bus stop upgrades to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act, improved hinterland services, partnered bus trials with TransLink and undertakes research, investigations and analysis. The levy also contributes to the Transport Futures Fund for signicant contributions to future projects such as Sunshine Coast Light Rail.

Velothon is coming soon! Velothon Sunshine Coast, a four day road cycling experience for professional and amateur riders, is coming to Australia for the rst time July 13 – 16. Head to council's website for changed trafc conditions.

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KENILWORTH DOCTOR’S SURGERY HOURS

r Siobhan MacDonald will be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm for all your general medical needs. Siobhan is a very experienced doctor who has been practicing in Maroochydore for many years and is looking forward to commencing her new practice, which is conveniently located next to the pharmacy at 7A Elizabeth St, Kenilworth. GPCare-Kenilworth will offer a full range of services including general medical care, vaccinations, care plans, ante-natal care, skin checks and excisions etc. GPCare will also have the facilities to do pathology collections in the surgery so no need to travel out of town for this. Siobhan will be assisted at the new clinic by one of our Registered Nurses. The phone number to call for appointments is 5472 3914.

SUPPORTING LOCAL VOLUNTEERS

wo historic community halls in the Mary Valley will be spruced up thanks to thousands of dollars in Federal grants supporting Sunshine Coast volunteers. Volunteers who look after the Gheerulla Hall, built in 1907, and Mapleton Hall, established in 1916, are thrilled they can improve the old buildings and turn them into popular community hubs. They will receive $3,949 and $2,189 respectively from a pool of $84,000 in Volunteer Grants being distributed to local not-for-profit organisations across the Coast. Mr O’Brien announced that the Mapleton Bowls Club would also receive $1778 under the Turnbull Government scheme. “Our communities are held together and supported by the wonderful work of volunteers who give up their time, and often their own money, to help others.” Gheerulla Hall & Recreation Assoc. president Mary Ann Law said the grant would pay for a cooling system to make the hall more comfortable. “The hall is exposed galvanised iron and timber walls and it can get very hot so now we can pay to cool it in summer. Certainly this grant is an opportunity to improve the hall so more people will use it,” said Ms Law. Mapleton Hall and Sportsground trustee Donna Klease said its $2189 would pay for landscaping and kitchen utensils and added, “It’s a long-awaited upgrade. We want to invite the community to come together and plant trees and we want to grow and bridge the gap between young people and older people.” The Mapleton Bowls Club plans to buy music equipment with its $1778 to entice a younger crowd. Club spokesman Robert Shoyer said the club was planning to host Jack Attack events with outdoor music as a way to attract younger members. The local volunteers are among 100,000 across Australia earning grants of between $1000 and $5000 from a $10million Australian Government grants pool.

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COMMUNITY _________________________ CROWD SOLD ON ‘ROCK OF AGES’

he J at Noosa was the home of Rock ‘n’ Roll for three days in May as Good Shepherd Lutheran College’s production of the Rock of Ages put on four performances in front of sell-out crowds and to rave reviews. With a cast of more than 50, the production also featured dancers, a choir and a brilliant live band – with all the talented performers being Good Shepherd students. According to Mr Dyer, Principal at Good Shepherd Lutheran College, their Facebook page was inundated with words of support, praise and acknowledgement. • ‘We all loved it! Congratulations to everyone involved.’ • ‘It was so fantastic!’ • ‘Brilliant and funny! Loved it! • ‘Spectacular show!! Loved it!!’ • ‘It was phenomenal. Well done everyone xx’ “It was wonderful to read the feedback on our Facebook page from audience members from both within our College community and the general Noosa and Hinterland communities,” said Mr Dyer. “Students and teachers from Year 8 to Year 12 had been

working on perfecting the production since November last year, and the time and effort was evident with the polished performances and amazing costumes and sets.” “Musicals like this remind us of the amazing things our talented young people can do when supported by staff, family and peers,” said Mr Dyer. Featuring more 27 than hit songs from the 80’s much of the audience, Mr Dyer said, were singing and clapping along to the well know tunes, and the tongue in cheek humour had everyone laughing both young and “older”. “It was definitely like being transported back in time for a couple of hours, and even I have to admit I knew all the songs,” said Mr Dyer. “It was a delightful to see it all come together; every year the standard of the annual College musical production reaches greater heights and this year it was no different.”

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DATE CLAIMERS _____________________ KENILWORTH QUILT & CRAFT CIRCLE SHOW

he annual Queen’s birthday weekend quilt show in Kenilworth is proudly presented by the letter ‘B’… birds, bows, butterflies, bling, buttons, bees, blue, black, brown, beige, bears, books, bells or bikes! To be held in the Kenilworth Community Hall on the 10 and 11 June, 10am to 4pm. Admission is $5. Merchant stalls with bargains galore. Locally crafted woodwork. Bring some friends and share. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Wheelchair access available. Contact Olive 5446 0131, Jan 5446 0167 or Paula 5446 0229 for further information.

AMAMOOR BUSH DANCE IN JULY

he Amamoor Hall will once again be rocking to the stomping of feet at the annual Amamoor State School Bush Dance on Saturday 29 July, 2017.

MARY VALLEY ARTSLINK TRIVIA NIGHT

SATURDAY 10 JUNE AT 6PM REMINDER

his annual arts fundraiser held at the Imbil Bowls Club. Tables of six, plenty of prizes, raffles and dinner for $20. Bushrangers, gold diggers and pioneers gather to test your knowledge on art, history, sport, music and food. Bookings closed 5 June but just in case, phone Lesa on 0428 193 156.

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his is suitable for all levels of experience and is always great fun. It is an opportunity to experiment and try out many different aspects of ‘drawing’ in the relaxed surrounds and be spoilt with superb food and comfy beds. Join artisttutor Jo Williams on 23 and 25 June for an indulgent creative weekend with like minded souls. Time sensitive bookings to 5484 3500 or email asap stay@amamoorlodge.com.au

MARY VALLEY ART FESTIVAL CELEBRATES G150

new Heritage Art section will celebrate the region’s G150 year – the 150th anniversary of the founding date of the Gympie township. Gala opening night is Thursday 29 June at the Imbil Public Hall, and is followed by open viewing 30 June to 2 July, finishing with the People’s Choice Awards and closing ceremony on the Sunday. Updates, info: www.facebook.com/maryvalleyartfestival

Originally starting out as a bi-annual dance, the community quickly decided that it did not want to wait two years between events so the Amamoor P&C adjusted the calendar accordingly. This is the sixth year and each year just gets better as the crowd is now more familiar with the dances. For several weeks prior, the children at Amamoor State School begin their dance practice with great enthusiasm. Dances such as the Heel and Toe Polka, Strip the Willow, the Flying Pieman and Gypsy Tap are just a few of the favourites that will be rolled out on the night, and for those who enjoy something a little more current, the Nutbush and Macarena always see the dance floor packed by young and old. As well as the wonderful music performed by local band “The Grey Cats”, a delicious supper is always guaranteed to please, thanks to the wonderful talents of the Amamoor ladies. There will be the multi-draw raffle which always sees lots of happy winners and everyone has a chance to win the lucky door prize. Be sure and come along in your best bush dancing outfit as there is also a prize for best dressed. Doors open at 6:30pm and dancing commences at 7pm. Entry is $10 adult, $2.50 child or $25 per family. This is a wonderful community event for the whole family. For enquiries, or if you’d like to donate a raffle prize, please contact Diane on 5484 3057 or 0468 494 029, also Donna on 0447 301 392.

TWO MINDS! ONE OBSESSION GABI DICK AND CLARE RIDDINGTON JONES

t the Banana Shed, Pomona Railway Station Gallery, Jan Bentley opened this exhibition on Saturday 3 June. Artworks will be on show until 4 July, 2017. Wonderfully diverse art produced by two very close friends who began their art careers in the same art class – twenty years ago. And they still have the same obsession! Their art has taken them on a very diverse and interesting journey which has included running art courses, workshops and exhibitions. Gabi’s subject matter is botanical art and she sells her work Australia wide. She is the President of Noosa Shire Arts and Crafts Association. Clare lives and works part time in New Zealand where her artwork is sold to an international audience. This is the first collaborative exhibition showcasing their work. Gabi and Clare paint abstract and realist style paintings so the exhibition will be a colourful mix of the two.

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n Sunday 9 July 2017 between 10:30am and 2:30pm Amamoor Lodge showcases as a wedding and events location. There will be other wedding and event suppliers to help visitors plan their big day or special event. Drop by, say hi! www.amamoorlodge.com.au/functions

LAZY LUNCH, TASTE OF CHRISTMAS IN JULY

his four course set menu features Mary Valley and Gympie Region produce on Sunday 16 July. Relaxed country setting, friendly service to communal tables of eight to ten by the logfire. Bookings are essential no later than 10 July, 2017 for singles, couples or small groups. See our specials page www.amamoorlodge.com.au/stay/specials

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KANDANGA TENNIS JUNIORS ARE BACK

n Sunday 7 May, the Kandanga Tennis Club successfully held the first junior tennis competition to be held in the Mary Valley for around 20 years. Players, parents and supporters travelled from Brooloo, Imbil, Cooran, Cooroy, Pomona, Amamoor and Kandanga. Pictured are the junior players with coach and tournament director, Rob Schmitt. Rob is a Tennis Australia Junior Development Coach and our Kandanga and Gheerulla clubs are fortunate to have Rob as their coach. Anyone wanting to learn tennis is welcome to join coaching sessions. For days, times and details, contact Margaret Gillett on 5485 5102. More junior tournaments are planned at other locations in the Valley later this year. Margaret Gillett 5485 5102 kandangatennisclub@gmail.com

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C OMMUNITY ________________________ HENDRA VACCINE GOVERNMENT INQUIRY FINDINGS

An example of this would be a sick, aborting mare which cannot expel the foetus – we physically cannot protect ourselves from being covered in the mare’s foetal fluids in this instance without wearing a wetsuit, which is highly impractical. If this was in fact a Hendra case, the risk of exposure to virus, and hence getting infected would be very high. If we are called to a sick, aborting unvaccinated mare, we may well elect to not attend, or at least not put ourselves at risk. There is an obvious flow on human health benefit from Hendra vaccination – by protecting your horse from contracting this deadly virus, you are also protecting yourself, your family, neighbours and friends. Knowing that Hendra infected horses can shed the virus between three and five days prior to showing signs, and that at least one human has been infected but a “yet to be unwell and seemingly normal” horse, the vaccine provides peace of mind. For anyone conducting a business involving horses, or on premises where horses are kept, there is also the additional public health, and workplace health and safety benefit from the vaccine, as well as an income protection aspect. Having your horses vaccinated ensures that anyone visiting your business, or any staff employed by you, are protected from any chance of being exposed to the Hendra virus, should an infection occur. It also protects your business from any disruption, in the event of your premises being quarantined should a horse on your property contract Hendra. Worksafe Queensland have recently prosecuted three veterinarians for failing to comply with the WH&S Act when attending horses which were subsequently found to have Hendra virus. In view of the fact that the Queensland Government is promoting the Hendra vaccine as the “single most effective way of reducing the risk of Hendra virus infection in horses”, and by law you must, where “reasonably practicable”, avoid putting people at risk, it may not be long before business owners who have chosen to not vaccinate their horses are prosecuted by Worksafe Queensland in the event of a case occurring on their property, for not complying with the Act by not taking steps to prevent the infection. We believe that vaccinating horses to prevent Hendra virus infection to be “reasonably practicable”. In summary: • The Hendra vaccine has been found to be both safe and effective by the Queensland Government, and we support this finding. • The Government recommends the use of the Hendra vaccine as the single most effective way of reducing the risk of Hendra virus infection in horses. • Horses with up to date Hendra vaccination status are more likely to get veterinary attention in a timely fashion. • The Hendra vaccine has human and public health benefits, as well as workplace health and safety benefits. • Vaccinating horses for Hendra is a reasonably practicable action to prevent risk of illness in the workplace. Dr Steve Dennis, BVSc(Hons), MANZCVS (EqMed) Kenilworth Vet Surgery

The Queensland Government, in April 2017, after a 12 month inquiry into the Hendra vaccine, has endorsed the vaccine as both safe and effective, and has stated clearly: “The Government continues to strongly recommend the use of the Hendra vaccine as the single most effective way of reducing the risk of Hendra virus infection in horses. Hendra virus remains a risk for horses wherever there are flying foxes. Horses that get infected generally die. If people get the virus from infected horses they will likely die too, and there is no cure. If people stop vaccinating their horses, we will see deaths from Hendra virus in Queensland again.” At Kenilworth Veterinary Surgery, we agree with these comments and findings. In our administration of over a thousand doses, we have seen only four horses who have experienced transient localised muscle soreness after vaccine administration. Claims of more severe side effects from the vaccine were not substantiated during the inquiry, and based on our collective experience of nearly 60 years administering vaccines to different species, we suspect these reports most likely to be coincidental illnesses which have occurred around the same time as vaccine administration. Unfortunately, trial by social media has raised unjustified doubts about a critical animal and public health asset – we are truly fortunate in a first world 21st Century country to have technology which provides us with a highly effective way to prevent deadly viral diseases, with minimal side effects, but sadly this is taken for granted. There are many vitally important public health, human health, animal welfare, and workplace health and safety benefits from vaccinating horses against Hendra virus. To horse owners, the animal welfare benefit is two-fold. • Firstly, you are ensuring your horse doesn’t contract a deadly disease. • Second, and as important, you are ensuring that, when your horse is unwell for other reasons, like colic or some unknown infection, we, as your veterinarians, can undertake whatever procedure or treatment is required to determine the cause, and treat the condition, in a timely fashion, without delays waiting for Hendra exclusion test results. In sick unvaccinated horses, in Hendra endemic areas, undertaking routine diagnostic procedures like blood tests, peritoneal fluid assessment, stomach tubing, endoscopic examinations and rectal examinations are considered high risk, unless the veterinarian is certain that the horse cannot have Hendra on clinical assessment, or until exclusion tests rule out Hendra, which can take up to five days. Hendra virus infection can present with various symptoms, so it can be extremely difficult in the field to rule it out. Also, important treatment options like intravenous fluids, and repeat stomach tubing and decompression must be avoided when Hendra can’t be ruled out. These procedures can be lifesaving in horses with colic or choke. Therefore, from an animal welfare point of view, the vaccine ensures that a sick horse can get the best diagnostic testing and treatment available, and in a timely fashion, in life threatening circumstances. The Queensland Government also Instant Access to Satellite TV openly supports the right of veterinarians all digital channels, no ongoing fees to not attend sick unvaccinated horses. audio visual, CCTV, home entertainment This decision may be made if personal technical services, Solar & LED lighting protective equipment cannot protect us from risk. Call Bruno 07 5488 6219

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uick death for weeds, slow and painful death for you – Roundup more toxic than declared. Glyphosate found in urine. Hopefully the above published headlines will wake us up to take some positive action. Over the years, Monsanto has been accused of – in some cases found guilty of – lying about and/or covering up the harmful effects of Roundup. Court documents also suggest Monsanto employees ghostwrote parts of two scientific reports (one in 2000 and another in 2013) which the EPA then relied on to conclude glyphosate is non-carcinogenic. (Ghostwriter authors papers etc that are officially credited to someone else). The International Monsanto Advisory Opinion (April 2017) report from The Hague. The Judges opinion – Monsanto has engaged in practices that have violated the basic human right to a healthy environment, the right to food, the right to health, and the right of scientists to freely conduct indispensable research. Weston A Price research summary – Glyphosate in Collegan 02 Feb 2017. ‘Collagen is essential for cushioning of the joints, and when defective due to glyphosate contamination, it performs poorly in its job, leading to joint pain and tendonitis, among other things. This can explain why so many people today suffer from chronic pain conditions such as shoulder pain and back pain, and why we have an epidemic in opioid drug abuse’. You can help reduce glyphosate exposure for your family by switching to a 100 per cent organic diet. Chemical herbicides like Roundup cause compaction of the soil with the eventual soil erosion. It doesn’t stay just in that sprayed area, it moves with the dust and breeze, so we are all affected. One weed eradication method I have read is household vinegar used on its own against weeds, or better with salt and dish soap. Just under one litre vinegar, ¼ cup salt, 1 tsp dish liquid, and mix. Of the three organic weed sprays on the market that I know, it is still recommended to wear eye protection and gloves, avoid exposing the skin. Classified as Not a Dangerous Goods and pose no risk to the environment and are non toxic to animals. None of these products move through the plant tissue and into the soil like the toxic herbicides. Shane at Kenilworth Rural Supplies is happy to speak with you about getting these non toxic products. Kaye Stuart, Kenilworth REFERENCE: Mercola.com, Weston A Price Foundation, Organic Consumers.org, thehealthyhomeeconomist.com

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ember for Nicklin Peter Wellington MP said he was pleased to see 11 Nicklin community groups sharing in over $214,000 in funding through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Peter said the latest round of grants would see the Gheerulla Hall Association and the Kenilworth Hall Show and Recreation Ground Assoc each receive $35,000. “This funding will allow the Kenilworth Hall Show and Recreation Ground Assoc to construct a new amenities block and the Gheerulla Hall Association to improve access to the Hall”. The full list of Nicklin recipients for round 91 include: • Cooroora United Football Club $20,000 • Gheerulla Hall and Recreation Association $35,000 • Kenilworth Hall Show and Recreation Ground Assoc $35,000 • Nambour Cricket Club Inc $7,000 • Range Community Gym & Fitness Centre Assoc $18,060 • Sunshine Coast Cricket Umpires & Scorers Assoc Inc $2,700 • Sunshine Coast Historical & Genealogical Resource Centre $6,444 • Sunshine Coast Riding for the Disabled $35,000 • Dunethin Rock Scout Camp & Water Activities Centre $32,298 • Yandina and District Historical Society Inc $4,230 • Yandina Rugby League Club Inc $18,500 Information about community grants and funding availability is available from my Nambour office 5406 4100.

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he Queensland Government has introduced new laws to promote responsible dog breeding. The legislation came into effect on 26 May 2017 and applies only to dogs born on or after this date. The laws require all persons giving away, supplying, selling or advertising dogs or puppies to have a Supply Number that identifies the registered Breeder of that dog. Supply Numbers can be obtained by registering on the new Queensland Dog Breeder Register. Alternatively, a Supply Number may also be a membership or permit number from an organisation or local government that accredits dog breeders – and that has been approved by the Minister as an “approved entity”. There are some exemptions so please refer to the website: www.daf.qld.gov.au/animal-industries/welfare-and-ethics/ animal-welfare/Dog-breeder-regulations

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he Crime Stoppers fundraising bowls day was held on 30 April 2017 at the Imbil Bowls Club. It was a great day out and raised over $2500 for Crime Stoppers. A fantastic effort by all the organisers and volunteers for all the work that was put into organising this event. Sgt Robert West from the Gympie Education and Training Office attended the Imbil Rural Watch meeting held 1 May 2017. Sgt West provided an informative talk in relation to Domestic and Family Violence and why it remains an important issue for Police. The next meeting is due to be held on Monday 3 July 2017 at 7:30pm at the Kandanga Hall and everyone is welcome to attend. The next Mary Valley Blue Light is due to be held at on Friday 9 June 2017 between 6.30pm and 8.30pm at the Kandanga Hall on Main Street. Its open to children between 8 and 15 years and the cost is $5. A 20 year old male from Bollier is due to appear at the Gympie Magistrates later this month regarding possession of dangerous drug. On 12 May Police from the Imbil and Kenilworth Police Stations conducted a search warrant which resulted in locating over a kilogram of dried Cannabis at the address. The Easter period saw multiple persons issued with infringement notices for a range of traffic offences such as speeding, driving unregistered and uninsured vehicles. A 38 year old male was issued with a notice to appear for disqualified driving at Kandanga and he is due to appear at the Gympie Magistrates Court on 1 June 2017. The have been a number of instances of property theft and vandalism within a number of schools within the Mary Valley. A reminder that persons should not be in school grounds outside of school hours without permission first being obtained by the school. The Imbil Police Station is open for Queensland Transport and Police queries on the following days: Monday 8am to 2pm, Wednesday 10am to 4pm, Thursday 8am to 2pm. Stay safe, Sergeant Brock MURPHY and Senior Constable Bill GREER Imbil Police Station

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ary Valley RSL meetings held the second Sunday of the month at 10am. All welcome. New RSL and social members are also welcome, please contact Phil or call in for application forms. Community activities at the RSL Hall include – Hoy on the first Saturday of the month starting at 9am. Tai Chi is weekly Monday and Wednesday at 6.30am. Welfare and Pension Office is open on Thursday 9am to 2pm and manned by qualified officers. Welfare Officers: Darren Rooke 0411 305 190 “Moose” Ollier 0421961928 Phil Jensen 0428 910 023 Pension Officer Rex Brenneke 0455 048 923 RSL Endorsed Ian Warwick 0455 048 923 Mentor Phil Jensen 0428 910 023 Advocate Rex Brenneke 0455 048 923 The Mary Valley RSL Sub Branch also owns a welfare vehicle which is available to veterans and their families for medical transportation. Bookings can be made through the secretary on 5484 5335 or 0428 910 023. The RSL Hall is for hire and includes hall, BBQ area, kitchen, tables and chairs as a whole or singularly. All mail to P.O. Box 203, Yabba Road, Imbil 4570. President Rex Brenneke 0455 048 923. Secretary Phil Jensen 0428 910 023 or home 5484 5335. Treasurer Kim Bowditch 0428 845 362.

KENILWORTH PONY CLUB

oth Jodi and Alice Gillis went to Buderim Combined Training on 13 May 2017. Jodi competed on Navillus Happy. Alice rode Lets do the Cha Cha. Alice got third overall in the unofficial group. On Mother’s Day (14 May), Jodi, Alice, Catriona Summers and Sonia Law attended the Maroochy Gymkhana. Kenilworth Pony Club placed fifth in the March Past. Jodi came third place and Alice fourth in their age group. On 28 May, Alice went to Kia Ora Combined Training with Lets do the Cha Cha. She came third in the unofficial division.

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successful social media workshop was held recently in the Roxy Room at the Kenilworth Museum, facilitated by Susan Maynard, from Visit Sunshine Coast. This was the third in a series of workshops run by Mary Valley Country and Visit Sunshine Coast, held across the Mary Valley. Said Susan Maynard “Social media is constantly changing so it is important for businesses to keep up with these trends”. Malcolm Oakley from Mary Valley Country said “It was great to see so many people at these workshops. It is fantastic that Visit Sunshine Coast are able to facilitate these free upskilling events and it is opportunities such as these that help our businesses develop, adapt and flourish.” These workshops are not only an excellent way for Mary Valley tourism operators to keep up to date, but to also network with other local businesses. If there are any topics that people feel would be of benefit, Mary Valley Country would like to know, so they can be included in future workshops currently being planned. Social Media Hashtags and Blogs #Hashtags play an important role in social media. Hashtags group together all messages on a particular topic making that topic easier to find. A number of hashtags are being used across the Mary Valley and locals and visitors are encouraged to use these when posting relevant images on social media platforms. Other hashtags to use are the town the photo is taken in as well as other words that relate to the photo #kenilworth #festival #cheese #countrytown #kenilworthcheesewineandfood Mary Valley hashtags# #maryvalley #maryvalleycountry #discovermaryvalley #visitmaryvalley #visitsunshinecoast #visitgympieregion #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia If you have a particularly good photo that you would like Mary Valley Country to share please ‘tag’ mary valley country. You can also @mary valley country in the message. Blogs Blogs are also a good way of communicating our message. If you have a story to tell, or have a Mary Valley topic we can share, we will be able to add this to the Mary Valley Country website. Please send it to us. We may not post it straight away but may hold it for a suitable time. If you’re not a writer and have a topic that you think we can ‘blog’ about, please send it to us. Instagram If you have an Instagram account please ‘follow’ ... Mary Valley Country Celebrate with Mary Visit Sunshine Coast Visit Gympie Region Discover Gympie Region In return we will ‘follow’ you Looking forward to seeing all your photos and blogs.

he ecological values of Sunshine Coast’s 547 environmental reserves will be protected and ecosystems restored following council’s adoption of the first comprehensive plan to manage 6000 hectares of native habitat. Council’s reserve network includes properties with high ecological and natural amenity values. Properties range from small 1ha bushland areas dotted throughout the urban landscape to large “jewels in the crown” which have been purchased under council’s Environmental Levy Acquisition Programme, along with three environmental visitor and education centres and 131 kilometres of public trails. Environment Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said the reserves were important community assets that contributed significantly to the region’s natural advantage and provision of services for a healthy, smart and creative community. “This Environmental Reserve Network Management Plan is the first of its kind in Australia and creates a consistent set of best practice management principles for all council-managed reserves. It sets clear goals around improving biodiversity, restoring habitat, engaging the community, weed control and pest management. This plan will help bring together all of the information known about the reserves including, how they are managed and why and what native plants and animals can be found in reserves. It also highlights future opportunities for the organisations and the community to be involved through land management, research, citizen science, indigenous culture and nature-based recreation. This information will guide how each reserve will be managed and protected for future generations,” said Cr McKay.

STRATEGY FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING OUTCOMES

unshine Coast Council’s Draft Environment and Liveability Strategy promotes sustainable living building a strong relationship between the community and the environment to protect the Coast’s abundant natural assets and preserving our lifestyle for future generations to enjoy. Community and Environment Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said the Sunshine Coast was already on the journey to more sustainable living with more than 38 per cent of dwellings adopting solar power. “It provides direction for council to make its own contribution to a long-term sustainable outcome for the region. These strategies focus on how we live in the environment, including assisting the community to understand and be empowered to live sustainably, adapt and reduce exposure to climate risks and maximise resource efficiency. The strategies also support a transition to a clean energy and minimal emissions future.” Cr McKay said a business-as-usual approach was not an option due to a growing population, a changing economic base and the complexities of climate change.

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358 Acres – Water, Views and Room to Move

Brooloo – Price: $1,500,000.00

Once a dairy farm this 358 acre property is solely used to run beef cattle. The land is divided into five major grazing paddocks all with water – either dams or reticulated troughs. There are two massive dams plus 10 smaller dams dotted around, as well as a bore and 3 hectare irrigation licence which runs off Coonoongibber Creek – approximately 50 acres is in under solid set irrigation. The infrastructure in place is very useful for running a farm: there is a large concrete feed bin area, large covered race, spray race, cattle yards and crush – all with concrete flooring plus storage area under roof of the old dairy shed. Additional storage for machinery and feed is by way of a ten bay covered shed and grain storage area and not to forget the large four bay machinery shed with 3-phase power. The land has good useable alluvial creek flats and then runs up the hill to a timbered section – approx. 40 acres. A large Q’lander home provides plenty of room for the growing family as there are six bedrooms, two bathrooms plus large living areas.

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Great Rental Investment

If you’re a ﬁrst home buyer and your budget is tight or you would like to own a rental property and take advantage of the interest rates while they are low. Then take a look at this property, it is currently returning $260 pw rent with good tenants in place. On offer is a three bedroom home with double garage all on 612m2 block of land. The main living areas are open plan and leading out to a rear covered deck and games room. The kitchen is functional and built with solid timber. The ﬂooring throughout the house is Cypress Pine and tiles to all wet areas. All three bedrooms are a good size and have built-in robes. Whether it is hot or cold you are covered here as there is a air conditioner and wood heater located in the lounge room. The bathroom comes with a shower over the tub and for the alternative side in all of us there is a composting toilet. Imbil is just down the road and Gympie is only a 30 minute drive up the Mary Valley Road.

GT PRINT SUNSHINE COAST

Don’t pay Maleny prices when you can get good value for money in Cambroon and only be a 20 minute drive down the range. On offer here is this lovely useable 9.25 acre block of land. There is already a cleared and elevated level house site which has great views over the block and towards the local landscape of rolling hills and farmland. A bonus here is the power is already connected to the property pole. There are no covenants in place so build a home to suit your needs or use this block as your own private weekender. There are two spring fed dams and room to improve their capacity as there is a natural spring running down the side of the property. Whether you are looking at running a few head of cattle or have a horse or two – this block would be ideal. Located close to the State Forest for horse riding and bush walking you are also close to local swimming holes and Kenilworth is only 13klm up the road. What more could you want at this price! Contact our ofﬁce now for a private viewing.