Mary Valley Voice September 9 2015 - Vo.25 No.8 by The Mary Valley Voice

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he 18th Kenilworth Celebrates! Arts Festival will open on 27 September with the Sunshine Coast Concert Band playing swing, jazz and easy-listening music. Beginning at 2pm in the Kenilworth Hall, the concert starts our nineday festival showcasing the arts in Kenilworth. The centrepiece of the festival is the Kenilworth Art Competition and exhibition in Kenilworth Hall from 2-5 October. Prize Presentation Night starts at 6pm on Friday 2 October and everyone can vote for the people’s choice award. There’s an exciting new category of Garden Art from Recycled Materials which will be fun to see. There’s just time to enter the art competition where prizes totalling more than $10,000 are on offer – entries close this Friday 11 September. Details on www.kenilwortharts.org.au or call 5472 3223. Another art exhibition, entitled A Still Life, opens at St John Bosco Church at noon on Saturday 3 October. There’ll be a great selection of art for sale at both exhibitions throughout the weekend. Other events on Saturday include the ever-popular Poets’ Breakfast in the woodchop arena from 8am and a musical treat at St Luke’s Church on Saturday afternoon. Starting at 2pm, a Musical Afternoon Tea features local musicians performing vocal and instrumental numbers and the St Luke’s ladies serving up a scrumptious afternoon tea. An artisan’s expo, food and entertainment in the Park on Sunday 4 October will have something for everyone.

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he Kenilworth Swimming Pool is open for business, Sunday 20 September 2015.

Opening hours for the school holidays are 10am to 4pm daily. As always the pool committee desperately needs volunteers to keep the pool open for more hours. Outside the school holidays we would like to have the pool open in the morning as well as in the afternoon, we need volunteers to help with these extra hours. To make the most out of the summer season for pool users, we would like to provide swimming lessons for all ages, aqua aerobics and squad sessions. If you have the skills and are interested to help out, please ring Norm Taylor 0491 114 134. The pool is a great place for functions, birthday parties, BBQ’s etc. Contact the kiosk during pool open hours 5446 0326 and speak to our friendly staff. Kenilworth is so lucky to have a community pool, for our Kenilworthians and visitors. The pool needs to be used and enjoyed, but as the saying goes, “use it or lose it”, let’s not lose it. Wishing a great summer season to all, use the pool and keep cool.

KENILWORTH FIRST RESPONSE AT THE CHOOK CHASE

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he Kenilworth Hall, Show and Recreation Association recently played host to hundreds of dirt bike riders who camped out at the Showgrounds on the first weekend of August. The two day event is a non-competitive event off road trail ride through 70-90 klms of State Forest with SES monitoring several check points in order to provide the best possible rider safety. Two other courses are also available at the back of the Showgrounds for younger Chook Chasers, the shortest of these being the Pee Wee track which is commonly referred to as the “chicken run”. The funds raised at this annual event by the committee generously supports local community groups like Kenilworth First Response. The Chook Chase takes many months of planning and effort by the Committee to make the weekend a success and on behalf of Kenilworth First Response we would like to say a big thank you. Thank you also to the Responders who gave freely of their time over that weekend. Hans Schinkel

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SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2015  2 - 4.30pm Sunshine Coast Concert Band Kenilworth Hall $30 ($50 double) FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER 2015 6pm Kenilworth Art Prize Presentations Kenilworth Hall $15 FRI-MON 2-5 OCTOBER 2015 10am-3pm Art Competition Exhibition Kenilworth Hall Gold coin SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 2015 8-11am Poets Breakfast Behind Kenilworth Hall $5 12 noon Art Exhibtion: A Still Life St John Bosco Church Gold coin 2pm Musical Afternoon Tea  St Luke’s Church Phillip St $10 SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER 2015 8am-3pm Art in the Park: art, food + fun! Kenilworth Town Park Entry free 2pm Best Dressed Bicycle Comp Kenilworth Town Park Entry free September 9, 2015 |3

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KENILWORTH TROUT

he Gympie Times and Mary River Mining Gazette has some of the earliest newspaper reports on the newly established community of Kenilworth in the 1890’s. It is now online at http:// trove.nla.gov.au/ in the digitised newspaper section. The following article published on Tuesday 4 July 1899, page 3 gives an insight into the life at that time. Mr Selke, secretary of the Acclimatisation Society of Southern Queensland and Mr A Clowes, a member of the Council arrived at Eumundi by Friday morning’s train with six cases containing sixty Rainbow yearling Trout, hatched at Killarney. Here the young trout were taken delivery of by Lieut-Colonel Patterson, (chairman of the Gympie branch of the society). Arrangements had been made for their conveyance by a wagonette which travels between Kenilworth and Eumundi three times a week with cream. The trip was performed successfully, the wagonette arriving at the destination – mouth of Ubi Creek – just in time to liberate the fish before dark. Five had died before arrival at Eumundi, and three others were taken out of the cases dead before arrival at the river; the remainder (52) were lively and well, and scooted off immediately they were emptied out of the cases into the stream.

CHEERIO FROM THE CHURCHES

he former St Matthew’s Church and land is now listed for sale with Boxsells Real Estate to whom any enquiries should be directed. Stewardship Sunday services were held at St George’s, Maleny. St Mary’s, Montville and St Luke’s, Kenilworth on 16 August. Anyone still wishing to participate will find relevant information in the churches mentioned or you might contact the Parish Office on 5499 9130. St Mary’s also celebrated their Patronal Day with an enthusiastic congregation in attendance. St Luke’s Patronal Day will be held in Kenilworth on Sunday 18 October at 9am with morning tea afterwards. On Saturday 3 October, St Luke’s community will join with Kenilworth Arts Council to present a musical afternoon at 2pm in St Luke’s church, with afternoon tea included. This is not a church service. It is part of the celebration of the arts within Kenilworth Celebrates! Arts Festival. The musical afternoon will follow the opening of the art exhibition at St John Bosco Catholic Church at 12 noon. A very interesting “Sunday Afternoon Conversation” was held on 23 August at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Buderim with guest speaker Kevin Treston explaining Pope Francis’ Papal Encyclical on Climate Change. It was well attended with an interesting question and answer session to conclude the afternoon. Rev’d Ray Barraclough will be the speaker at the next Sunday Afternoon Conversation. Visit http://stmarksbuderim.org.au for more details. St Mary’s Montville is holding a Welcome to Spring Celebration on Friday 11 September from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at St Mary’s Hall. There will be finger food and good wines and an exhibition – Scenes of Montville by the Blackall Range Visual Artists. For details contact 5442 9552 or 5445 7151. A message for Anglicans out there. Fr Harry is happy to visit to meet you, to have a chat or for home communion if desired. He can be contacted on 5499 9130.

The distance from Eumundi to Kenilworth is about 20 miles, over the worse road, without exception, that ever a driver took wheels over for this living. The state of the road beggars description, and must be seen to be realised. Had not the driver been skilful, and his horses good, the fish could not have reached their destination that night, and of course would have been lost. As it was, the fore-thought of Mr. D. Beattie, manager Kenilworth station, contributed in no small degree to the success of the trip by sending a pair of fresh horses to meet the coach at Murray’s stage on the old Brisbane road. On arrival at Kenilworth station, a string of shag’s heads on the stable wall bore testimony that Mr. Beattie and his assistants had been preparing the way for the trout. The further one goes up the Mary the more favourable the conditions become for the acclimatisation of trout – open bank, sand and shingle beds, rocks and clear rippling streams. If the climate of Queensland will admit of trout being successfully established in any part of the colony, the conditions prevailing in the Upper Mary and its tributaries should be the most favourable.

A happy group met at McGinns Coffee Shop on 27 August for the Kenilworth Friendship outing. The next Kenilworth meeting is at McGinns Coffee Shop on Thursday 29 October at 11am. See you in church!

On 28 July 1900, Mr. Connolly, secretary of the Gympie Branch of the Acclimatisation Society of South Queensland was quoted on page 3 of the Gympie Times reporting that Mr Beattie of Kenilworth Station had seen trout rising in Ubi Creek. There does not Instant Access to Satellite TV appear to have been any sightings reported all digital channels, no ongoing fees in the past century. audio visual, CCTV, home entertainment Lenore Meldrum technical services, Solar & LED lighting President, Kenilworth Call Bruno 07 5488 6219 and District Historical Assn Inc.

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o our dear friend, Pat - a very Happy Birthday on your special day on 13 September. We send you all our best wishes for a wonderful day and a wonderful year ahead. With love from all your friends in Kenilworth.

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enilworth came alive to the sounds of excited children celebrating Book Week when the students and staff of KSCC did their annual parade through town dressed as book characters. The parade was followed by a morning in our school library dedicated to fun activities to celebrate the magic of books. A huge thank you to our playgroup children and parents who joined in the fun, the business owners who came out to cheer us on and, especially, Kenilworth Country Foods who donned their cheese making costumes and met us with some yummy cheese and yoghurt! Our year 4/5/6 class had an early start to an exciting day when they caught the train to the EKKA. Our students took in everything from the show pavilions to the show rings, the animal nursery to the sideshows and so much in between. Many of our students had never experienced the EKKA before with one student describing it as being, “amazing but a little overwhelming.” Here at KSCC we feel that it is important to give our students opportunities to experience events and places that kids in small, rural areas often miss out on. Congratulations and a big pat on the back to two of our School Leaders, Michael Molloy and Jacob Trace. Michael and Jacob have recently had great success with their chosen sports and have been selected to represent our district at Regional’s. Michael has been chosen to be a member of the Nambour District Primary School Sport Track and Field Team to compete in discus, and Jacob has been selected for the Nambour District Schoolboys Cricket Team. Both boys will be competing again in September. Well done Michael and Jacob! The KSCC band serenaded their fellow students recently with a performance during lunch break. The band, under the instruction of music teacher, David Bruce, performed several pieces to the appreciation of all those listening.

SUCCESSFUL KENILWORTH CHOOK CHASE 2015

nother successful Kenilworth Chook Chase was held last month with both participants and organisers delighted with the outcome. The Kenilworth Chook Chase is a major fundraiser for the Kenilworth Hall and Showgrounds Ass., Kenilworth First Response, Kenilworth SES, Kenilworth Swimming Pool and The Mary Valley Voice. Without the successful running of the Chook Chase these important organisations would struggle financially. A huge thank you to the many people who came together to make the first weekend in August such a success. From the sweeps and track organisers to the permit gathers, from the canteen helpers and cooks to the raffle ticket sellers, from nominations staff to the Facebook admin, your contribution is essential and appreciated! We saw many new faces this year with Veronika, our wonderful canteen roster organiser, reporting eleven new volunteers in the canteen alone! Thank you to everyone for your valuable time and we hope to see you next year! The Kenilworth Chook Chase would not be the renowned ride that it is without the continued support and generosity of the Marr family. Not only do the Marr family provide their property for the Novice/Pee Wee tracks but they once again allowed us the use of their property to allow easy access to the forestry. This allowed us to keep the bikes off the roads – once again a huge thank you! Planning is already under way for 2016… stay tuned!

NEWS FROM THE KENILWORTH QUILT AND CRAFT GROUP

fter our very successful Quilt and Craft Show in June it was decided to donate $500 toward prize money for the Pavilion sections for this year’s Kenilworth Show and Rodeo on September 19. The group also gave the Gheerulla Hall committee $200 towards helping them with hall operating costs. Our group is busy making shopping bags and filling them with person hygiene items or anything that would be useful to the many families still in the grip of drought. The next drought relief drive is organised by Stan Johnson from Craiglea. He will be taking all donations in a convoy on Saturday 26 September to Longreach for distribution. We are looking for items to go into the bags or if you are interested in helping us make bags please ring Jan 5446 0167, Olive 5446 0131 or Paula 5446 0229.

If your child is entering Prep next year please consider Kenilworth State Community College for your child’s education. We are a small but dedicated staff committed to installing a life-long love of learning in our students. Mrs Allison Nudd and Mrs Cynthia Henderson make up our wonderful Prep/Year 1 team, and will be there to guide you and your child through the exciting, and sometimes daunting start, of their schooling journey. We will be holding Prep Open Days soon but if you have any questions please feel free to make an appointment to talk to our Principal Mr Ashley Leis or Mrs Nudd about your concerns. We are now taking enrolments for 2016, if you would like an enrolment form please contact our office on 5440 0555. Don’t forget that Kenilworth State Community College proudly offers a Playgroup for our community every Tuesday and Thursday during school terms. We see this as a vital service to our community and warmly invite all to attend. For more information please contact our office on the above number.

We have a busy time coming with several projects under way for both show entries and starting our items for next year’s Quilt and Craft Show. If you wish to join our group we meet every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. For further information please call the above numbers. Kenilworth State Community College P&C & Chaplaincy presents

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KENILWORTH SAN TEAM GETTING ABOUT

from the small country of Azerbaijan who last year won the Gold medal at the Youth Olympic Games. Cameron said “Although losing is disappointing, you learn so much from fighting at the top level and these competitors are the best in the world. Competing against a champion like Said is a great experience.” Cameron moves up to number 190 in the world after the competition. The chance to train in Korea is also a memorable experience. After the competition Cameron and Kasia went for two weeks of training at Chillgok Middle school in the city of Dague.

ur younger San Taekwondo team members have recently had a chance to show their skills at some local events.

A small group from the Maleny and Beerwah clubs put together a demonstration at the River School Fair in August. “The group really enjoyed performing some of their skills for the crowd and these activities really help to hone their techniques because the team want to show their friends what they can do” said Coach Norm Taylor. We are also planning to perform at the Maleny State School fair and the Beerwah street party later in the year. A small group of players also attended a friendly development competition at Caloundra. Emma Hall had a great day at her first competition, winning two matches as well as the highest kick competition. The red belt boys also had a great time with some wins and some losses. Also on Saturday Beerwah instructor Cameron Taylor met some of the locals at the strongman challenge at the Beerwah charity sports day. San Training Centre runs a variety of programs for all ages and is now starting sign-on for the coming season. Visit www.santkd.com for more information.

SAN PLAYERS HAVE A TOUGH TIME IN KOREA

small team from San Training Centre recently travelled to South Korea.

Cameron Taylor with coach and father Norm Taylor, team manager/mother Kate Taylor and partner Kasia Bartnikowska spent three weeks training and sightseeing in the home of taekwondo, South Korea. A highlight of the trip was competing in the Korean Open - one the world’s biggest taekwondo competitions, held over six days with a total of almost 3000 entrants from about 100 countries this year. Cameron competed in the lightweight division against 58 other competitors from 19 countries. Unfortunately he lost his first match 12 points to 1 against a tough competitor, Said Guliyev

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Korean style training is very hard, especially in schools as students wishing to study taekwondo at University need to win a high level competition to gain entrance. Training started at 3pm and went to 7pm each day and had many intense pad drills and around an hour of sparring each class. Training was made even harder by the 40 degree days. Now back training in Beerwah, Cameron and Norm are getting the team ready for the National Titles in Adelaide in October. Cameron Taylor and Aaron Lerch will both be looking to defend their National Champion titles. Visit www.santkd.com for more information.

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n Sunday 2 August 2015, our riders at Pomona Gymkhana came 5th in the march past. Alice Gillis placed 2nd overall in the 16 years age group; Rachael Law 2nd and Jodi Gillis 4th in the Associates (17-25 years); and Sonia snuck in for a 4th place trophy in the competitive Seniors (26+ years) group helped along with a win in the rider class event.

Well done also to Alice Gillis and Caeli Hinkler for representing their schools at the Matthew Flinders Anglican College and Maroochy Pony Club Schools Challenge Open Showjumping Competition on Saturday 1 August 2015. Caeli riding Arabella and representing her school (Immanuel Lutheran College) came first overall in the 40-50 cms Secondary school category, which had 13 competitors. On 15 August, at our club muster at Kenilworth Showgrounds, we focused on dressage and jumping. On Sunday 16/8/15 at the Caloundra Pony Club Gymkhana, Caeli came 4th overall in the 13 year olds, Rachael came 2nd in the Associates and Sonia competed with the Seniors. Photo above: Caeli on Arabella at Nambour Showground watching a competitor at the Schools Challenge on 1 August. Caeli came second in this AM5 event and came first overall in the 40-50 cms Secondary school category, which had 13 competitors.

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KENILWORTH SHOW AND RODEO 2015

n Saturday 19 September, Kenilworth Show and Rodeo will be celebrating 96 years of entertainment for all ages.

here’s no doubt that laughter really is the best medicine and, equally, it’s undeniably true that the Kenilworth Poets’ Breakfast provides a hearty dose. Hosted by Conondale Range Conservation as part of Kenilworth Celebrates!, the Breakfast has grown from humble beginnings out the back of the scout hall well over a decade ago, to the point where it is now an annual favourite with poets and audience alike. Again with popular local poet Ian Mackay as MC, this year’s breakfast promises to be better than ever with a good line-up of poets and yarn spinners, some familiar faces and some fresh ones too. Poets’ Breakfasts bring together a real diversity of styles, both in performance and writing. Ian says the usual response of Kenilworth audiences is that they “never realised poetry could be this much fun”. Poets’ breakfasts have been an integral part of the successful resurgence of performance poetry over the last two decades. The result is a performance that, while unpredictable in direction, never fails to heartily entertain.

Come see the NRA All Round Rodeo from 10am which runs all day. The Show Horses and Show Jump will start from 8am. Exhibits and competitions will be held in the pavilion. Stud beef cattle display and weight guessing competitions through the day. Wood Chop starts at 10am. Come and try out the amusements including dodgems, frog hopper, obstacle course, tribal encounter castle as well as the classic Old MacDonald’s Farm. The ever popular four piece band AUDIBLE LINES (pictured) cranks up at 4pm to 8pm with their renditions of Creedence, Beatles, Powderfinger, Fleetwood Mac, Eagles and more. The annual Kenilworth Show and Rodeo has operated for many years through the foresight, generosity and voluntary labor from the local community. Down the generations the names of offsprings of the original founders are still involved. We wish to encourage the next generation/s to be involved through QCAS Next Gen programs or directly through the local show movement.

“As well as our seasoned performers, we always keep an open mic session in our Breakfast,” says Ian, “and it’s wonderful to hear people who quietly volunteer to perform and then blow everyone away with their poetry.” The Breakfast commences at 8am on Saturday October 3 in the woodchop arena just behind the Kenilworth Hall. Entry is $5 for the poets. Hot breakfast, museli, fruit as well as coffee and muffins will be available. Following the Breakfast, there’s ample time to visit the impressive art display, the centrepiece of the “Kenilworth Celebrates!” Festival, in the nearby hall, as well as to take in the special markets and other events around the town. The Festival runs

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MARY VALLEY RIDE THE MARY VALLEY AND RAISE FUNDS FOR CHARITY

The $385 price tag includes meals and will help fund the Mary Valley chaplaincy program, which employs two chaplains in the valley, serving Kandanga, Amamoor and Jones Hill schools and Mary Valley College at Imbil. As part of their program, the chaplains meet a big need with “Breaky Clubs” where with the assistance of local volunteers and funding from the Imbil RSL, they feed up to 50 children twice a week. Spokesperson Bronwyn Kirkegard said the ride was a pro-active way for the chaplaincy program to shore up the small amount of Government funding it receives. “We believe our funding could face further cuts, and the community is not prepared to wait for this to happen,” she said. “We already know what a great job our chappies do, and we believe the consequences of this program ceasing will be very detrimental to our local schools and families. “The chappies are very pro-active and do a great job of working with children to identify needs before they become a problem.

o you want to explore Mary Valley Country in South-East Queensland on horseback over three days in October?

Here is the ride for you, and you can help raise funds for the local school chaplaincy committee at the same time. The inaugural “Trailblazers Charity Ride” is a three-day horse ride leaving Imbil Showgrounds on October 3 and riding west towards Borumba Dam through forestry, cattle stations and open country.

“They also work very hard to assist the parents and staff in our school communities and have become a valued part of all four schools.” You can find out more about the school chaplaincy program at www.suqld.org.au To book your place on the horse ride, go to www.suqld.org.au/trailblazers or phone John Kropp on 07 5484 5290 or email him at kroppja@gmail.com

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OUR COMMUNITY GOOD SHEPHERD STUDENT RACING AHEAD

His trainer is TAFE Queensland Skills Tech. “Having raced bikes competitively from the age of four, it’s not surprising that Harry enrolled in a school-based apprenticeship at a bike shop,” said Mr Graeme Handreck, Good Shepherd Lutheran College’s Career Guidance Counsellor. “His passion for his sport has continued and Harry is currently a member of the Under 19 Junior Elite Australian Downhill Mountain Bike Team,” said Mr Handreck. As an award finalist, Harry and his parents were invited to attend the Queensland Training Awards 2015 – North Coast Region Final Presentation Dinner and Ceremony on 1 August. Unfortunately, Harry was unable to attend the presentation as that same day he was racing at a downhill mountain bike event in Mont-Saint-Anne, Quebec, Canada, however, his father was there to accept the award on his behalf.

One week after the Canadian event, Harry travelled to Windham in the USA for another race and he again went overseas to race in the ‘World Titles’ at Andorra, a mountainous area near southern France.

Harry was nominated to enter the Queensland Training Award’s School Based Apprentice of the Year in April.

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arry Bush, a Year 12 student at Good Shepherd Lutheran College Noosa, was recently selected as a finalist for the Queensland Training Awards (North Coast Region) for his training in Bicycle Workshop Operations.

As a part of the nomination, Harry had to complete a written entry and also be interviewed by a panel of judges from the Department of Education and Training. The North Coast Region received nominations from the local government regions of Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie, Fraser Coast and Bundaberg. Since September 2013, Harry has been employed by Cognition, a local bike shop and the qualification for which he is training is a Certificate III in Bicycle Workshop Operations (Mechanical).

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Mr Ryan said the earthquake activity had caught the attention of the council, the Sunshine Coast community and the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG). He said it was a timely reminder of mother nature’s fickleness and to have the survival basics for at least three days on hand. “Earthquakes are extremely unpredictable naturally occurring events, and as we know, are capable of causing significant damage and disruption to normal life,” Mr Ryan said. “The key message for our community when confronted by earthquakes and all natural disasters such as floods, severe storms and bushfires is simple – be as prepared beforehand as possible. “To help residents get prepared I encourage them to visit the “Being Prepared” section on council’s Disaster Hub www. disaster.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au, a useful site for information on what to do before, during and after any type of disaster event.” FAST FACTS – HELPFUL LINKS

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MARY VALLEY CROWDFUNDING FOR POMONA FIRE STATION PORTRAIT

f you don’t know Sam Spinks personally, chances are, if ever your house catches fire, you will make his acquaintance. Sam is the dedicated fire captain of the Pomona Brigade, and moves are underway to honour his service to fighting fires over many years. Recently Sam sat for local artist Leigh Hooker, whose striking portrait of him is on display at Pomona’s Old Railway Station Art Gallery. It depicts Sam’s distinctive smile, but also captures his awareness of responsibility and his approach to an important job leading a fire and rescue crew alert to any emergency. A fund has kicked off to buy the painting so it can be presented to Sam and be displayed in the town’s new fire station, which he fought so hard to have built. Leigh’s painting of Sam was a recent feature of this year’s Tall Trees Arts Exhibition held at Cooran in May. It was a favourite with many of the visitors to the exhibition. “As an artist myself and president of Tall Trees Arts Inc, the last seven years of exhibiting has given us a great presence on the local landscape. Of the 40 artists who exhibited this time, Leigh Hooker impressed us all with her painting of Sam Spinks,” said Jason Makeig. “During Leigh’s artist talk, it occurred to me that the portrait would be ideal for permanent display at the fire station,” he said. Leigh Hooker is a prolific visual artist specialising in mixed media painting.

but Pony Club in general. A lot of this history will be on display on the day. We are expecting visitors from far and wide so there is sure to be a lot of reminiscing on 10 October”. If you wish to attend the dinner, we urge you to buy your tickets early as numbers are limited. Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday 15 September. You can buy them from the Anniversary committee who will be at the Cooroy RSL on Tuesday 15 September from 5.30pm to 7.30pm – please call in to buy your tickets, have a drink, or stay for a meal. If you can’t make it to the RSL you can email 50th@cooroyhorseandponyclub.com.au to book your tickets. Also, anyone with any history or photos they wish to share, please email 50th@cooroyhorseandponyclub.com.au so we can incorporate them in our display.

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ooroy-Noosa Genealogical and Historical Research Group will hold their AGM at 2pm on Saturday 12 September at the Cooroy Library, Maple Street, Cooroy. The election of Office Bearers and Committee Members will also take place. A talk will be given at 1pm before the meeting by Phil Jarrett. As an author, journalist and very keen surfer, Phil is well known on the Sunshine Coast, he will tell us about sixty years of surfing history and the formation of the National Surfing Reserves. A Fundraising Garage Sale is being organised for Saturday, 26 September at 84 Werin Street, Tewantin from 6.30am to 1pm. On sale will be plants and household goods, there will also be a “Men’s Shed” corner. Be early, you never know what handy treasures you will find. To find out more visit www.genealogy-noosa.org.au or phone 5442 5570.

She has previously been commissioned to paint several portraits. Leigh also paints Spirit Guides and says that inspiration for her paintings often comes to her in her dreams. She lives at Pomona. The 90cm by 90cm painting is valued at $1000 and $100 has been gifted so far. Cash donations can be dropped into the Pomona Community House, 1 Memorial Street, Pomona.

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he picturesque hinterland town of Cooroy has a lot to celebrate, not the least of which is the 50th Anniversary of their local Pony Club. On 10 October this year the Cooroy Horse and Pony Club will celebrate 50 years of providing a safe environment for the young (and not so young) horse riders of the community to learn and develop skills in horsemanship and camaraderie. And everyone is invited to the celebrations - past and current members, their families and friends, and members of the community are invited to take part in the celebrations at the pony club grounds located in Mary River Road, Cooroy. The event will commence at 3pm with riding demonstrations, a history display and afternoon tea. This will be followed by some formalities and a campfire dinner (tickets on sale now). Overnight camping will be available, followed by breakfast on Sunday morning. “There have been a lot of changes in Pony Club since Cooroy club started in the mid 60s” says President Vicki Knights (who came up thorough the pony club ranks in Brisbane as an adolescent and has been involved in Cooroy Club since 1995). “We have been fortunate to reconnect with many past members and learn a lot about the history, not only of our Club,

Community Wild Dog Baiting Program September and October 2015 Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Bio-security Queensland is supporting a community based coordinated Wild Dog Baiting Program. Failure to control wild dogs can result in livestock losses, attacks on domestic pets and the loss of native fauna. Landholders have a legislative responsibility to control declared pests on their land and participation in this program is an effective way to help meet this responsibility. The Wild Dog Baiting Program will be held throughout Bald Knob, Beerburrum, Beerwah, Belli Park, Bells Creek, Cambroon, Conondale, Coochin Creek, Crohamhurst, Curramore, Eerwah Vale, Elaman Creek, Gheerulla, Kenilworth, Kidaman Creek, Maroochy River, Peachester, Reesville, Valdora, Witta, Yandina Creek areas from 14 September – 9 October 2015. For further information please contact: Sunshine Coast Council mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au T 07 5475 7272 F 07 5475 7277

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otion for the Mary I put up a Notice of Motion at the August council meeting regarding the ongoing catastrophic erosion on the banks of Mary River, asking council to undertake important work to help prevent the issue. I’m pleased to announce Council will consider trialling a new stabilisation measure in its 2015-16 budget.

This region (RTO) has recorded a 14% growth in international visitors for the year, double Queensland’s growth rate of 7%. The strong figures build on the recent announcement of 9.2% increase in domestic travel to the Sunshine Coast. The doubledigit growth saw the the area attracting 258,000 visitors for the year. The announcement of Qantas’ return to the Sunshine Coast, will enable us to attract even more international visitors in the future, including major conference groups.

To give you a bit of background, a recent SEQ Water and Council groin project at the Charles Street River Reserve will stop eroded sand, soil and mud entering Kenilworth’s potable drinking water supply inlet. For six months now, fresh water had to be tanked in to the reservoir so a solution was critical. Council part-funded that project to enable revegetation of the banks after the timber pile groin was constructed.

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This new trial project will not only ascertain the suitability and effectiveness of ‘rock croins’ to combat erosion, but will also help protect the water quality further downstream and will be delivered by Council in coordination with the landowner, MRCCC and a local earthmoving contractor. It will help protect water supply for towns like Tiaro, and will protect the Great Sandy Strait at the bottom of the Great Barrier Reef.

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This new trial will use huge rock groins instead of the pile driven timber used on the other project along with Vetiver Grass, which has an extensive root system that goes more than 3m into the soil. Council has used this grass in the sewerage plant upgrade at Kenilworth and the State government use it extensively in road side drainage, to combat erosion. Council’s own Corporate Plan notes we aim for ‘a reputation for innovative environmental practices’ and I think this project fits the bill. In light of our overarching motto of ‘Australia’s most sustainable region – vibrant, green and diverse’ we really needed to step up to the mark when it came to helping local farmers and the environment in general. Designer Dunny update Just to keep you in the loop, the Designer Dunny Group is still forging ahead and the final design brief will be available to the very public in the near future. Cr Greg Rogerson CR JULIE WALKER SEPTEMBER 2015 NEWSLETTER

ow exciting it has been over the last five weeks to have a major film production team in and around the Mary Valley, filming the Creature Feature called “Boar” with many of the locals having roles as extras in the movie. Wonderful for our Mary Valley. Upgrade works at the Imbil water treatment plants are currently underway with a contractor commissioned to supply and install new filters which will facilitate longer filter runs. Council works crews have carried out a majority of the works on the upgrades. NBN Co info day on Sunday 20 September at the Civic Centre in Gympie. The roll out of the NBN technology in our region and associated technology creates opportunities for both our community and business operators. Pets and People Education Program (PET PEP). Council continues to participate in this program with Regulatory Services Officers attending on average one school every two weeks. Council staff have attended 17 schools and spoken with 976 students

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The Kandanga Hall in conjunction with the Kandanga Swimming Club ran a very successful Cent Auction recently with in excess of 100 people with some much needed funds being raised for these committees.

Councils Workshop meetings are now open to the public every 3rd Wednesday at the Town Hall. This month will be on 9 and 30 September. Do those telemarketing calls annoy you? Register your phone number on the “Do Not Call Register” for free by phoning 1300 792 958 to stop the international calls.

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onondale Social – Friday 18 September, 3pm-8pm, Conondale Hall. Drinks and sausage sizzle. Everyone welcome. https://www.facebook.com/Conondalehall (Note – the Conondale Social occurs on the third Friday of every month.) The Conondale Triathlon – Sunday 27 September, from Kilcoy Lane, Crystal Waters to Conondale Pool, Conondale. Hosted by Conondale State School and Conondale Community Pool. 15+years 8.30am, 10-15 years 10am, Under 19 11am. 15+ years starts from Crystal Waters (Kilcoy Lane, Conondale). 10-15 years and under 9 start at Conondale Pool. Course: 15+ years – bike 9.5km, swim 400m, run 3km. 10-15 years – run 1.5km, bike 1.5km, swim 300m. Under 9 – bike 1km, swim 80m, run 1km. (Under 9’s need to be able to complete by self) Individual and Team (10-15 and 15+ only) Competitions. Cost: $20 per person if register before the day, $25 on the day. The first 50 entries get a free shirt. (Under 15 registration also includes ice-block and sausage sizzle). Entry forms at Conondale Store and School. Registrations or more info email conondalesp@gmail.com or visit www.conondaleswimmingpool.webs.com Conondale Pool Opening Day – Saturday 3 October 2015. Baranbali Farm Dinner – Saturday 24 October, 6.30pm, Conondale Hall. Tickets $85 p/p, supporting Riding for the Disabled. Purchase online www.baranbalifarm.com/dinner.html SC Real Food Festival @ Maleny showgrounds 11-12 September Kenilworth SCC Movie Night Saturday 12 September Kandanga SS ‘Meet and greet’ night 18 Sept. Kandanga Country Club Kandanga SS Centenary Day Saturday 19 September Kenilworth Show Rodeo & Woodchop Saturday 19 September Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest 18-21 Sep Back to Woodstock! Kenilworth Hotel Ladies ‘Pink’ Night Saturday 10 October Chicks in the Sticks - Sunday 25 October (bookings 5446 0222).

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ook up it’s September when all the native flowers and trees burst forth offering plenty for wild birds and their nesting chicks to feed on.

There are campaigns springing up all over Australia as people become more aware of welfare issues attached to the breeding and selling of caged parrots.

Whether by custom or culture there has been a long acceptance of caged birds, such as the cockatoo in the metre square cage trapped for a possible 100 year life-time in an amusement centre or the budgie in the tiny, wire cage hanging on someone’s back verandah. We’ve all seen them and probably felt a pang of sympathy, even guilt for the lonely bird. For all those who practice ‘good’ husbandry with their birds there are still the countless neglecters, the hoarders and the abusers, just as there are with domestic animals like cats and dogs. The difference between these animals is that in the past we have not acknowledged and acted upon the suffering of the caged bird as we have other pets, as if the parrot wasn’t as intelligent and sensitive as other animals. However we know they are, and despite this, people continue to breed and sell, swap and trade them like cheap commodities. Due to the increase in breeding, birds have become more available while prices have decreased for many species. As more birds are bred, the overall population is increasing which is more significant with birds, due to their long life spans. We are following in the tracks of America’s shocking unwanted parrot dilemma. By increasing our awareness of our responsibilities for any pets, their abuse or mishandling will become less tolerated. Public opinion is a powerful deterrent, but it is a long term goal. A leading Australian parrot behaviourist has called for all Australian states to ban birds sales and bird breeding, ban the import and sale of cages that do not allow birds to fly freely and introduce mandatory bird behaviour and welfare laws. There is no need to buy a bird at a pet/produce store or market stall, many homeless birds are available for adoption. Contact the rescue and education group www.parrotrescue.com to help you decide whether a bird is the right choice for you www.avianwelfare.org

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he next meeting of Permaculture Noosa Seed Savers will be held on Thursday 10 September at 9.30am. Join in if you are interested in learning the howto’s, the why’s and why nots of Seed Saving. You can also try out some seed processing or seed packaging (this is an essential support for the Seed Bank) with plenty of help if it’s new for you. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee… Seed Savers meeting is held at ‘A Touch Of The Past’ coffee shop, 18 Reserve St, Pomona. Depending on how carried away we get, it will end sometime after 11.30am. Hope to see you all there.

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What's in the Spotlight The next scene workshop Learn about emergency risk management and how to hold effective meetings at the Sunshine Coast Events Network (scene) workshop on October 14. Sponsored by and held at TAFE Queensland East Coast Mooloolaba. Book via the scene page on Council’s website.

Business use of public land Surf schools, coffee vans and beach equipment hire are some of the businesses that can apply for a permit to operate on public land. To nd out if your business activity is eligible to operate on public land or to apply for a 3 year permit visit Council’s website or contact Council. Applications close Friday 2 October.

Saddle up for Bike Week Whether you’re a road cyclist or recreational rider, or have never ridden a bike, there’s something for everyone during Sunshine Coast Bike Week. Sign up for free events from October 10 -18 including Ride2Work Day on Wednesday 14. Details are on Council’s website.

Get involved in conservation Council’s community conservation program is a great way to make a real difference to your local environment. If you enjoy working bees and activities such as planting, weeding, monitoring and nest box building visit Council’s website to nd a local group and join.

Sunshine Coast Art Prize Visit Council’s Gallery website for the 2015 Sunshine Coast Art Prize 10th Anniversary program of exhibitions, gala openings, music, public art and more across the region till December.

Council meetings Ordinary Meeting 9am 17 September, Caloundra 07 5475 7272 mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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Every Thursday in October, from 10:45am to 11.45am Kenilworth Library staff is holding storytelling sessions for babies, toddlers, the under fivess and parents at the Kenilworth State Community College, Playgroup Room. Stories, rhymes and songs to encourage language and listening skills, promote attention and curiosity. It is free and no booking is required.

SENIORS WEEK EVENTS IN KENILWORTH

vents at Kenilworth for Seniors Week all sponsored by Friends of Kenilworth Library friends were well attended and much appreciated. Talks were provided by our local policeman, a fire safety officer, a kinesiologist, Centacare and the RACQ.

tephen Cassettari held his second annual Chinese Brush Painting weekend recently at the Kenilworth Arts Council rooms. As with last year, everyone was delighted with his individual tuition and help with this art, and went home delighted with their work. Another workshop is planned for next year, date to be advised. Yvonne James

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alk Like a Pirate Day will be held on Thursday September 17, from 10.45am to 11.45am at Kenilworth State Community College, Playgroup Room. Kenilworth Library staff present: Argh har, me hearties. Come dressed as your favourite pirate (or Tinkerbell) and help celebrate International Talk like a Pirate day. Even though the official day is Saturday 19 September the library will be celebrating all week. There will be tall tales of fearless pirates, chests of gold and talkative parrots. Each session comprises of storytelling followed by a piratey craft. It is free and no booking is required. Charcoal Drawing on Friday September 18, 10:30am-noon. Pencils are often considered sturdy, reliable and precise. Charcoal, on the other hand, is a wild counterpart: it’s bold, daring and dramatic. It’s much darker than any pencil and has a certain richness that making drawing with charcoal completely unique experience. Join Annette Yeatman as she demonstrates some basic techniques for drawing with charcoal. Learning basic art techniques, such as shading, blending and highlighting can help an artist create beautiful pieces of work. Gain confidence and develop your drawing skills. It is free but bookings are essential.

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Adam, our local policeman talked on safety for not only for seniors, but for everyone in using the internet, personal. He also included road safety as it was Road Safety Week. Simon Cozens’ presentation on fire safety in the home helped everyone understand just how quickly a small fire can spread, and how they can be prevented and put out. An interesting discussion ensued after Wayne Ellis’ talk on Creative Solutions for a stress free life. Centacare’s Danielle Dedman explained how Centacare works for the elderly and disabled in and around Kenilworth. The presentation by RACQ’s Louise Hart was extremely helpful for the drivers among us. New changes in road rules were illustrated by excellent diagrams and videos. Lunch and light refreshments provided by Leah Leckie were very much appreciated by everyone who attended. Many of us were also introduced to the new craze of adult colouring books, and were amazed at the complexity of the designs. Yvonne James

Laughing Out Loud!

A man’s dog goes missing and he is frantic. His wife says “Why don’t you put an ad in the paper?” He does, but two weeks later the dog is still missing. “What did you put in the paper?” his wife asks. “Here boy!” he replies. A man is in jail. The guard looks in his cell and sees him hanging by his feet. “Just WHAT are you doing?” he asks. “Hanging myself,” the man replies. “The rope should be around your neck” says the guard. “I tried that,” he replies, “but then I couldn’t breathe.”

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