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Thursday 22 November 2012

The local community turned out in 1912 period dress to celebrate the centenary of the Eumundi School of Arts Hall building. Horse drawn carriages, local schools, representatives of groups using the hall over the years and townsfolk made the walk up Memorial Dr to the grand old dame where Justice of the Peace Joyce Turnbull resided over ceremonies. The enactment featured the 1912 Minister for Education Mr Blair (Bruce Hamilton) and the president of the Committee for the School of Arts Mr Cook (John Burls). The Nambour Chronicle reported that the Minister said the School of Arts was the “largest and best appointed building of its kind on the North Coast Line between the Brisbane suburbs and Gympie”. The Gubbi Gubbi troupe performed a welcome dance. Morning tea, entertainment and displays in the hall followed. For more photos from the day turn to page 9.

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Issue 159 – Thursday 22 November 2012

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Danielle TaylorBusiness Clinic

John ChadwickRemembrance Day photography

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Saturday 24 NovemberCommunity Fundraiser concert6.30pm School of Arts HallSOLD OUT

Tuesday 27 November Eumundi Chamber of Commerce meeting5.30pm The Fig Tree, Memorial Dr

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Sunday 2 December Eumundi Carols by Candlelight5.30–9pm Eumundi Aphitheatre

Community Diary

Cath ManuelDry time gardening

Kate TertonCelebrate Food

Tania WatsonHealth

Annie WilsonSurvey

Kon HepersNature Notes

Beth PillingAbroad

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A Eumundi Green in the hand is worth three newspapers thrown in the bushHot, dry days and fireworks don’t mix Every home needs to have a fire plan; fire doesn’t wait for you to pack. Cricket on the radio means Christmas is close You’re liking page three

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This issue was pulled together in my kitchen and the Cooroy

library. Moving house has caused no end of internet woes – I actually think having to resort to old fashioned dial-up could be used as a form of torture – it nearly broke me too – if not for the patience and empathy of you all. With a lost cow on the veranda and a brassy rooster under my window, the library was a wonderful air-conditioned sanctuary. And with Anika bringing me coffees and cakes, an atmosphere of calm and free wifi, I’m in danger of setting up office there – if only they kept the same working hours as me (can I have a set of keys please Ross?). As for escaping the animals, the crazy frilly-necked lizard fighting with its reflection in the library courtyard made me feel right at home.

After a fortnight of great events – many of which are featured in this issue – Eumundi catches its breath before the Christmas rush begins. Congratulations again to all the amazing organisers. Deep breath everyone, one last push and it’ll be the end of the year. See you on deck for a sundowner soon.

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The Power of Networking Networking is one of those business tools that has been overused and in some cases received a good degree of misuse. However there is still value in the process if it is done properly. If you’ve ever been to one of those networking nights where you are bombarded by people giving you business cards and you walked away without making any real connections, you’d be excused for thinking networking is a waste of time. But the power of networking is in the building of long lasting relationships, not simply about meeting people.You have to spend time getting to know people and vice versa. The value of building a relationship is that it also develops trust. If people trust in you as a result they will trust your business and/or products. Networking also results in raising “brand recall”. In other words it puts you into the top of people’s mind so if they are looking for what you offer you will be the first person they get in contact with. People who know you and your business will also feel more confident in referring you to friends and family.Networking works best in social situations where people are relaxed. Find a club or group that is likely to have people with similar interests as this will make it easier to connect with individuals. For example, it might be a Chamber of Commerce or it might be a community organisation or a sporting club. Once you have found the people you want to network with, the key is to take time to build the relationships. Relationships don’t just spring up fully grown, they must be nurtured to grow stronger with experience and familiarity. Don’t constantly try to sell yourself, just be yourself. Concentrate on the people you are building a relationship with rather than the goal of making a sale. Offer to help where you can – there isn’t a much better way to develop appreciation then to do something to help others. And don’t expect instant results but do expect that as time progresses the relationships you develop will give returns to you personally and to your business.

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Hinterland Feijoas wins small business of the year

Ginger petition update Kylie Templeton, Templeton Ginger, Eumundi

New business means more family time

Young designer on show

Long time Cooroy locals Ian and Cindy Feilding-Smith are starting up a new all-terrain ride-on brushcutting and mowing service to cater to the community’s need for firebreaks and weed control. Ian’s constant commuting to Sydney for work took it’s toll on the family of eight and the couple hope their new business will allow them to spend more time together as a family.

Sunshine Coast TAFE student Anthea Nasteski (second right) of Verrierdale had several entries in the fashion parade swimwear section that took place at the amphitheatre recently. She combines her love of dance in her fashion. Next year Anthea will be going on to attend QUT.

At the Sunshine Coast Excellence in Business Awards

recently, Belli Park’s Hinterland Feijoas was named Small Business of the Year. Owners and growers Peter Heineger and Sally Hooker were presented with their award by Mayor Mark Jamieson and said they were humbled by the win. “We would like to take this chance to

thank each and every one of you for your support of our business through either retailing our fruit and products, helping us through advice, opportunity or mentoring, or by supplying us with the tools for success,” Sally said.

The mayor dropped in for a cuppa and a tour of the orchard the day after the event (see above).

In issue 156 of the Eumundi Green ginger growers called

on the community to help push for a senate enquiry into the importing of ginger from overseas. I wanted to give you an update on how the petition is going. The petition is now closed and has been presented to the Senate and written in Hansard. It will then support the Senate Inquiry decisions, which we will hear back sometime at the end of November.

In total we collected 9,383 signatures. We were very happy

with this number and the Senator’s office was also very surprised that we collected so many. The support from Eumundi and surrounding areas was exceptional and it really gave us encouragement to keep fighting the cause. I would have to say that 98 per cent of the general public are against any ginger produce being imported into Australia. I will keep you updated once we hear about the final decision from the Senate Inquiry at the end of November.

Business and Community News


Country Women’s 90th Birthday Gala

Plaque to honour women’s work

Eumundi families revisit the past

Business and Community News

Five members of the Eumundi CWA attended the CWA state conference held in Toowoomba. From right: Flo Saunders, Robin Bryan, Barbara Robinson and Dell Ford ready to attend the 90th Birthday Gala Dinner held at Toowoomba City Golf Club.

Rod (left), Marion and Alan Burrell at the recent School of the Arts 100th birthday parade and ceremony, reliving past memories. Rod and Alan, whose father Tom helped build the original School of Arts building, were both born in Eumundi at the hospital that used to be where the ESS hall now is. The men’s sister Mrs Adams, was on the Arts committee and Marion and Alan were married there. They now reside in Cooroy.

Life members of Eumundi Historical Assn Daph Greer and Reg Sharp assisted by Kait Manchip presenting a plaque to commemorate the centenary of the School of Arts. The plaque acknowledges the significance of women’s fundraising and cultural contributions over the 100 year life of the hall including $7000 “save the hall” funding raised in 1966 when the hall was condemned because of white ant damage. Keeping white ants at bay remains a challenge to this day!

Local market fashion designer Rebecca Brimblecombe of Siren clothing prepares her models for the catwalk.

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To show your support for the troops this Christmas you can

send them a care package, free of charge, through Australia Post. Australia Post allows free delivery for packages weighing no more than 2kg (cubed) to our soldiers on the front line.

When sending your parcel, include a letter and a stamped self addressed envelope so they can send a letter back to you.

Parcels should be addressed to An Australian Defence Member and the mailing address and further details, including what to send and what not to, can be obtained on 5479 2800. Last Christmas approximately 10 tonnes worth of care packages were distributed to personnel deployed overseas and I urge all Australians to again dig deep and support our serving men and women. Merry Christmas.

Community NewsSend Christmas to troops overseas Alex Somlyay, Member for Fairfax

House with No StepsThe House with No Steps is

an organisation that provides ongoing support to families of special needs children.

I was invited to a morning tea to meet with staff, families and children who provided me with a better understanding of the wonderful and vital work that this organisation provides to this area of the community that is in need of our support.

It was a thoroughly enjoyable morning, hearing many inspirational stories from parents and children with special needs about the difficult challenges they face. I encourage the local community to continue to provide support to this wonderful not for profit organisation.

YADCA meetingLast week I attended the

Yandina and District Community Association meeting where members and guests were provided a presentation on the new Draft Planning Scheme. This evening was full of questions about how this scheme will affect the townships of Eumundi and Yandina into the future. Residents were pleased to learn that there were no significant changes

in terms of growth for either community. You can still have your say through Council’s website www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. Submissions close 4.30pm on Friday 14 December.

Eumundi Markets cook offI’d like to support Cr Greg

Rogerson’s comments on the Eumundi Markets cook off but would point out that my marinated lamb salad was by far the best dish in the competition!

Councillor Robinson update

Eumundi remembers

Councillor in division 10 Cr Steve Robinson

Near 70 people were present to honour the sacrifices of war at the Eumundi Remembrance Day commemoration in inclement but dry conditions under the memorial trees. A highlight of the service organised by the Eumundi ANZAC Day committee was the trumpet playing and wreath laying from respectful students from Eumundi and North Arm State Schools and from Nambour Christian College. Photography thanks to John Chadwick.

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Doonan musicians Maia and Pratika use instruments from around the world to create a meditative, therapeutic and deeply relaxing experience that enhances sleep. The next Full Moon Sound Immersion in Doonan is Wednesday 28 November. www.samjjana.com

The annual Poet’s Breakfast in Cooroy at 8am on Saturday 1 December. Line up includes ABC’s evergreen “poet-in residence”, Harry Donnelly, “Irish Joe” Lynch and winner of the Woodford Poetry Slam Robin “Archie” Archbold. Pre-purchase $30 tickets on 5447 6355 or visit the Cooroy Hotel. Includes buffet breakfast.

Great Santa Race in Cooroy has a prize pool of $1,400. The race will start at Apex Park at 4.30pm on Saturday 1 December. Entry is $10 and all entrants receive a free Santa suit to race in. Proceeds of the race are donated to Leukaemia Foundation. Participants must be 18 years and over and entries are online www.christmasincooroy.com.au. First prize is $500, second is $250 and third is $150 and there are also five random draws

News in briefof $100. The race precedes the Bendigo Bank Street Parade which then leads into other festivities such as music and fireworks in Apex Park.

Cooroy-Noosa Family and Local History Research Group’s final monthly meeting for 2012 will be held on Saturday 8 December, 1.30pm at 41 Miva Street, Cooroy. The Research Room will reopen on Tuesday 8 January 2013 when visitors and new members are welcome to use our History Resource Library and the internet access to worldwide family history sites. 5442 5570.

Dr Vijayendra Murthy will be teaching community programs on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 December at the Noosa Pengari Steiner School in Doonan. The classes include: Ayurvedic self-care during middle age and later years, approaches to stress management and perspectives on women’s health. Contact Wayne Celeban 0437 162 677 or [email protected] Health professionals welcome. Includes lunch and refreshments.

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Santa at CarolsNathan Morgan from popular kids’ show Saturday Disney is this year’s MC for our community Carols by Candlelight. The carols at the Amphitheatre on Sunday 2 December from 5.30pm will of course feature Santa plus family priced BBQ food, prizes for the best dressed rug and best dressed male and female – any age. There’s a chance to make a donation to the Eumundi Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre or to buy a ra�e ticket. See you there!

Santa at Eumundi Summer Friday nightsSanta Claus will also visit the night markets on Friday 14 and 21 December. As well there’s a popular family movie each night, great music and delicious food each of the �ve Eumundi Summer Friday nights �nishing 11 January 2013. Fun for all the family.

Family �n in December

Rotary rewards locals

At a special Cooroy Rotary Awards night six people were rewarded for their attitude and performance with their work. The “Pride of Work” award is to encourage pride in personal performance. From left to right; David Cramb president Rotary Club of Cooroy with awardees: Lucy Cloonan from Eumundi, Cherrie Orr from Eumundi, Christina Luto from Eumundi, Nick Baker from Cooran, Erika Pernoud from Cooroy, and Janine Rampono from Cooroy.

Christmas themed Trivia night complete with nibbles, pizza supper and prizes at U3A House, 64 Poinciana Ave, Tewantin, 6.30pm Saturday 8 December. Eileen Walder is again compere while quiz mistress Margaret Nicholas has several surprises in store. Tickets $12 (BYO drinks and glasses), bookings on 54405500. Make a group of up to 8 players or

come along and meet new friends. Last year’s event was a sell-out.

Award winning author and tutor, John Strano presents another inspiring Short Story Writing Weekend Workshop at U3A House over 24–25 November between 9.30am and 3pm each day. The $70 course is open to the public. 5440 5500.


Drilling Pty Ltd, a company that has based itself in the rural community of Verrierdale, on the corner of Verrierdale Road and Jamaica Drive.

We understand that Nitro Drilling Ptd Ltd is a company that specializes in Coal and Coal Seam Gas Exploration. They are requesting permission to set up an Industrial Training Facility on this Verrierdale rural block, which is a council designated protected wetland and protected vegetation area adjoining a green belt corridor.

One major concern is a list of heavy machinery mentioned in the submission that will be based on site. Heavy machinery including but not restricted to: semi trailers, large trucks, bulldozer, loader, bob cat, drilling rig/s, service trucks, cranes, fork lift, tractor/s, elevated work platform and shipping container.

Verrierdale is one of a dwindling list of beautiful environmentally important areas on the Sunshine Coast. Residents, visitors and tourist all enjoy regular sightings of many native animals and plants. As well as the iconic kangaroos and koalas, there is an exceptional diversity of birds, reptiles and insects that share this quiet corner of our region. We passionately believe that it would be an environmental disaster to allow an Industrial Training Facility for the mining industry to operate on the above proposed site when there are a number of perfectly suited purpose built sites in the Coolum Industrial Estate.

Please, if you share our concerns, write a submission or letter to the council before the closing date for this Change of Use Application. Objections need to be received by the Sunshine Coast Council by no later than 4 December. Please send objections to: [email protected] or for enquiries: Tim Balcombe 5475 9822 To view application No. MCU12/0075 go to www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Ngaere Jensen, Verrierdale

From the editor: Concern has also been expressed about another Material Change of Use No 12/0109. It’s for the studio high on Cooroy Mountain. The MCU is similar to one submitted several years ago to turn this venue a 7 days per week 365 days per year venue for conferences, events and parties. The hillside property at 111 Luke’s Rd is accessible only along neighbouring rural residential properties. Concern is about the clash with rural lifestyle, vehicle noise, dust pollution and lighting.

After a lot of calling out saying I was home he just flew out of the high branch and I could see him not getting the lift up to our house but instead took a bit of a nose dive and glided down into the steep embankment in the long grass. Grabbing my wellies, I drove back down the hill and kept calling out to him until I finally heard his familiar squawk, “Hello Fagin”. I could see him about 10 metres down the hill and was concerned about snakes (and me falling) so I hailed a kindly local resident to watch over me in case I was lost never to be found if I slipped and fell.

Fagin was rescued and I was helped back up by my friendly neighbour. Fagin sat on my shoulder kissing my cheek till we got home whereby he polished off two platefuls of his favourite parrot food, oranges and lettuce and had a jolly good sleep on the pillow. Billy the cat is very pleased he is back. Thank you everyone for calls, well wishes and advice. All is now back to normal chaos in the Bradley household.

Sandy Bradley, Eumundi

No warning of fireworks Saturday night (10 November)

we were alerted by our dog going

Your SayThe prodigal parrot returns so the cat can finally relax

Fagin the parrot – missing in action – is now safely home. After chasing him from treetop to treetop over a period of a few days in Rafter Estate, unable or reluctant to come down, spending the night in a storm and us almost giving up hope, finally Fagin, the Indian Ring necked parrot came home. Fagin’s wings are not fully formed so is unable to get proper lift – although he’s quite capable of flying across and downwards – which was great as we live up on a hill.

We like to think he was trying to find his way home as he was moving up the hill from Rafter Estate from higher trees to lower ones but still not within our reach. Thinking that there was not much more I could do, I sadly drove home and in my driveway could still see Fagin down the hill across the road high in a tree.

berserk under the house due to a fireworks display emanating from Lone Hand Lane. As no prior warning was given, we were not afforded the opportunity to put our dogs inside. Our animals – especially one dog – was absolutely terrified by the extremely loud bangs. Once I caught him it took some time for him to calm down.

We are absolutely incensed by the total lack of thought and consideration by the people who held this fireworks display as no thought or care was given for the animals, albeit domestic or wildlife, in our neighbourhood.

In light of this we contacted The Department of Mines and Energy, Explosives Dept. who confirmed a permit had been issued. No written advice was received which is the responsibility of the contractor. Concerned residents can contact the Explosives Dept. on 3238 3728. Regards,

Alan and Janie Ferguson

Verrierdale residents alert A concerned group of Verrierdale

residents would like to alert the community to a Material Change of Use Application that has been submitted to Council by Nitro

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Eumundi Celebrates

School of Arts centenary celebrations

Centenary Ball

Eumundi’s Historical Foundation Ltd marked the centenary of the School of Arts Hall opening by staging a re-enactment last Thursday. Locals from town and country, old

and new turned out to help mark an important moment in the history of our township.

The School of Arts Hall was put to use as it was intended last Friday night with the Centenary Ball. Wearing formal outfits inspired by one of the ball’s past eras, revellers kicked up their heels with the

Templeton dancers to great music from the Sunshine Swing Band. Let’s hope they do it with the same amount of style and panache at the next 100.


“The value and effectiveness of homework depends on its quality, as students benefit from homework that is well prepared, interesting and challenging, but not overtaxing,” Professor Horsley said.

He added, “Homework that is repetitive, boring, too easy or difficult for students, does not contribute to new learning. High-quality tasks encourage students to invest effort in their homework, which leads to improved outcomes, whereas low-quality homework has adverse effects on motivation, effort and achievements.”

Eumundi preps excursion

ESS and Glenview do battle Gary Kiorgaard, sports teacher

GSLC tennis team head to Brisbane International

Only quality homework worthwhile

The hours young Australian students spend studying at

home could be doing them more harm than good, according to a new book by two of the nation’s most esteemed education academics. Reforming Homework: Practices, Learning and Policies – co-authored by Professors Mike Horsley and Richard Walker from CQUniversity and Sydney University – has weighed into a century old debate about whether homework in itself is actually beneficial for kids. Professor Horsley said the way many primary kids were currently doing homework might not contribute to their learning.

Schools and Community Kids

The Eumundi State School’s preppies recently went on excursion to the Maleny Dairy and learnt where their milk comes from.

Eumundi State School went to Glenview State School recently to do battle in the table tennis arena. Eumundi players were (from left) Dom Benzie, Reuben Gemmell, Nathan Watts, Gareth Goddard, Reid Peebles, Tate Payton, Jack Whisker, Coen Hunt, Michael Bailey, Maraya Palfery and Miranda Robertson. Coach Gary Kiorgaard said he was proud of the whole team’s performance but Reid and Miranda were stand-out performers on the day.

Four of Good Shepherd Lutheran College’s best Primary tennis players will get the opportunity to play along-side their idols Lleyton Hewitt and Sam Stosur at next year’s Brisbane International Tennis Championship. From left, Dakota Brown, Cooper Davies and Jordan and Jessie Eckley, all in Year 7, won the recent Sunshine Coast Regional Primary School Brisbane International Tennis Challenge at Mooloolaba Tennis Club. The Good Shepherd team now moves on to the state finals. Dakota Brown was named as the team’s best player – having remained unbeaten throughout the competition.

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Your Say – Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2012

Since the local government amalgamation in 2008, the Sunshine Coast Council has used the planning policies of the three

former councils as the basis of its decision-making. In 2008 the Sunshine Coast Growth Management Position Paper was adopted by council and led to the preparation of policy documents and the planning framework Planning for a sustainable Sunshine Coast – A Statement of Proposals for the new planning scheme. These documents, together with the Our Place, Our Future community consultation program, have been used to inform the preparation of the Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2012 that was recently released for consultation.

Under the proposed scheme, the Eumundi Local Plan Area is now subject to 10 different zoning classifications, and the proposed zoning changes affect numerous properties. The planning scheme identifies local plan elements, such as waterways, green spaces and neighbourhood character areas, and overlays have been developed which identify constraints, such as areas subject to flooding, steep terrain, and building height restrictions. The maps and information are available for public inspection (see “where to view the documents” below). Council is accepting public submissions about any aspect of the proposed new planning scheme policies until 4.30pm on Friday 14 December 2012 (see “making a submission” below).

The Eumundi & District Historical Association (EHA) is conducting a community survey to solicit the community’s opinions on the Sunshine Coast Council Draft Planning Scheme, and how it affects the future land use of the town of Eumundi. The results of the survey will be published in Eumundi Green and on EHA’s website, and will guide the EHA’s submission to the draft plan. Please take a minute to complete the survey that is located on page 14 of this issue, so that your views can be included.

Where to view the documents

The proposed Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme and proposed new planning scheme policies (and

explanatory information) is available for inspection at Council’s Customer Service Centres, located at: 1 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra; 11-13 Ocean Street, Maroochydore; 10 First Avenue, Maroochydore; Cnr Currie and Bury Streets, Nambour; and 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin. The proposed Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme, proposed new planning scheme policies and explanatory information is also available from Council’s website www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/draftscplanningscheme.

Making a submission

Any person may make a written submission about any aspect of the proposed Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme or the

proposed new planning scheme policies. The consultation period during which a “properly made” submission may be made commenced Friday 19 October 2012 and concludes Friday 14 December 2012. A “properly made” submission must state the name and address of each person making the submission, the grounds of the submission, and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. All written submissions must also be signed by each person making the submission.Submissions may be made: in writing; online at www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/draftscplanningscheme; by emailing the submission to [email protected]; or by completing the submission form which is available at Council’s Customer Service Centres and on Council’s website.Submissions must be received by Council no later than 4:30pm on Friday 14 December 2012.Address submissions to:Sunshine Coast Regional CouncilDraft Sunshine Coast Planning SchemeReply Paid 84374SUNSHINE COAST MC QLD 4560www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au


The Eumundi & District Historical Association (EHA) is conducting a community survey to solicit the community’s opinions on the Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2012 (‘the plan’), and how it affects the future land use of the town of Eumundi.

The results of the survey will be published in the Eumundi Green, and will guide the EHA’s submission to the plan, a copy of which will be posted on the EHA website.Please take a minute to share your views about the proposed changes by completing the following survey. Your completed survey can be posted to EHA, PO box 226, Eumundi, 4562 or dropped off at any of the following locations: Eumundi Post Office, Eumundi Servo, or Eumundi Village Pharmacy. To conserve paper, the survey can also be completed online at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/XGNHNNY

The plan designates Eumundi as a “local activity (full service) centre”, where the country town feel, traditional built form, heritage, and streetscape character of the Eumundi Town Centre is retained and reinforced. Do you agree that Eumundi should remain a small country town, smaller in hierarchy than Cooroy, and similar to Yandina and Pomona?

Yes No Undecided

Do you agree that buildings in both the residential and commercial areas should be limited to 2 storeys in height (8.5m)? Yes No Undecided

Do you have a preference to the location of a supermarket, if one was to be proposed?

Old Butter Factory Etheridge Street (behind Imperial) Market parking site Other (please specify) ________________

What size should a new supermarket be? Similar to:

Woolworths at Noosa Civic Cooroy IGA Yandina IGA no new store

Do you think Dual Occupancy (Granny flats) should be allowed in any residential area?

Yes No Undecided

Do you think any Dual Occupancy units need to be physically connected to the existing house?

Yes No Undecided

It is proposed in the plan that whilst the business functions of Eumundi Town Centre may expand and be enhanced, the centre remains compact with any expansion limited to land included within the local centre zone. Residents and visitors continue to rely upon larger centres such as Noosaville or Cooroy to fulfill higher order business and industry needs. Given that the plan provides Council’s strategic intent until 2031, do you think the limitation of land available for commercial development is appropriate?

Yes No Undecided

Please add any other comments: ____________________________________________________________________________

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Please complete your details (optional):Personal information is being collected for the purposes of contacting the respondent for further information, and to strengthen the EHA’s submission to the Council. It will not be used for the purpose of a database, nor utilised in any other way other than that in which it is intended.Name: ___________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________

Thank you for taking the time to provide your opinion, it will be included in EHA’s submission to the plan. For additional copies of this survey, please visit the EHA website www.eumundihistoricalassn.org, or pick up a copy at one of the three drop-off points.

PLEASE RETURN YOUR COMPLETED SURVEY BY 30 NOVEMBER 2012



Your Say – Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2012


Eumundi Arts

With only a week to go there are just a few seats left for this year’s Up Eumundi Road revue, aptly titled The Very Last Up Eumundi Ever.

This historic last show is crammed with this year’s stand-out subjects; Julia, Wayne, Tony, Chilla and Camilla, Geoffrey and Bryn and stacks more. The gags fly thick and fast as over seventy segments are delivered in ninety minutes. Plus there’s a dinner with a Yuletide flavour. The usual suspects onstage include; Luke Lanham, Debbie Pitura, Julie and Grant Marks, Leona Kirby, Marion Johnson, Keith Souter, Carol and John Burls and Ruth Montgomery. If you’re quick there’s still time to get a group together. The theatre is air-conditioned and the licensed bar is moderately priced. On Sunday 9 the snack bar will be open.

There are four dinner shows only, 6.30pm on Friday 30 November, Saturday 1 December, Friday 7, Saturday 8. In the non-dining matinee department Sunday 2 at 2pm is sold out but some seats remain for Sunday 9 at 5pm (non-dining). Dinner and show tickets are $43, $40 for groups of eight or more and Sunday 9 is $18. Bookings on 5472 8200 or at www.eumundilivetheatre.com

Christmas gift for kidsDon’t forget that for a special Christmas gift for younger family members The Indee has again packaged a Yuletide presentation card for the January pantomime, Peter Pan. All tickets are $12 (biggies and littlies) and the Under 10s get free popcorn. To order 5472 8200 and state the number of tickets to go in the presentation card, we’ll do the rest.

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Indee Theatre News John Burls, playwright and director

Local artist’s recycled stage design

Keith Souter and Marion Johnson in a sketch from Up Eumundi Road.

Local Eumundi artist Rene McGovern created a stunning art installation recently as the stage design for this year’s Passion for Fashion day. Rene likes to take things that people throw away and turn them into vibrant works of art. www.ttcreator.com

CONGRATULATIONSThe Eumundi Historical Association and the Eumundi Historical Foundation give a big thank you to Discover Eumundi manager Wendy Birrell and the many fabulous volunteers who created and produced the School of Arts Hall centenary celebrations.

The 15 November re-enactment of the Hall’s opening was a grand community event worthy of the 100th birthday of such a special building.

Thank you to everyone who joined in the celebrations in such great style.

Thank you to our project sponsors



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Thank you to everyone who took part in the re-enactment of the 15 November 1912 opening of the Eumundi School of Arts Hall as part of the centenary celebrations for this important building.A special thank you goes to the “Eumundi Families” who came from near and far and who left precious memories for our Hall Memories Board.And of course a huge thank you to our teams of wonderful, hard-working volunteers.You all contributed to make a memorable event worthy of our Grand Old Lady’s birthday and set the scene for the next 100 years.

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These traditional German recipes are two of my favourites. Growing up in Germany people would bake for weeks and have so many different

types of biscuits. When you would go to visit friends and family you would always take some as a gift.

Christmas shortbread Ingredients300g flour200g butter100g icing sugar1 egg yolkZest of one organic lemon1 egg yolk and sprinkles to decorate

MethodCombine the flour, butter,

sugar, one egg yolk and lemon zest until well combined.

Knead the dough into a ball on a lightly floured surface.

Wrap in foil and refrigerate

Christmas biscuit recipes Kate Terton

for 30-60 minutes.Roll out the dough between

two sheets of baking paper until a 5mm thickness.

Cut Christmas shapes from the dough using your favourite Christmas cookie cutters and place on a baking tray, lined with baking paper, 2cm apart.

Brush with egg yolk and decorate with sprinkles.

Bake at 180C for about 10 minutes or until slightly brown.

Cinnamon starsIngredients4 egg whites300g icing sugar300g almond meal4 tsp ground cinnamoncaster sugar to roll out dough

MethodPreheat oven at 150C.Beat egg whites until they

hold stiff peaks then slowly sift in icing sugar and fold to combine.

Set aside 4 tblsp of this mixture for the glaze.

Mix almond meal and cinnamon with the remaining egg white mixture.

Roll out the dough

between two sheets of baking paper until a 5 mm thickness.

Cut star shapes from the dough using a cookie cutter and place on a baking tray lined with baking paper, 2cm apart.

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Early detection the key to skin cancer Tania Watson, pharmacist

The ABCDEs of Early Detection

The incidence of invasive melanoma has been rising for

several decades and is currently the sixth most common cancer in both males and females.

The key to preventing deaths due to melanoma still remains detecting the disease early, at a stage when surgical excision of the tumor is still curative. When a melanoma is found and treated

A–Asymetry If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match.

B–Border The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched.

C–Color Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, blue or some other color.

early, the chances for long-term survival are excellent. Five-year survival rates for patients with early-stage (Stage I) melanoma exceed 90 to 95 per cent. As the melanoma progresses, it becomes increasingly more devastating and deadly. In later-stage disease, five year survival rates drop to less than 50 per cent.

D–Diameter Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the size of the eraser on your pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.

E–Evolving Any change — in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting — points to danger.

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Summer is swimming timeSummer is upon us and can feature an increase in ear infections. Ear microsuction is the modern safe way to clean ear canals using a magnified view of a surgical microscope and a small instrument attached to a suction device. Our Centre’s Dr Carlos Sanchez is very experienced with this procedure. It is painless and can be used for anyone with blocked waxy ears, foreign bodies in the ear, and for “swimmer ear”. Waxol oil or similar oily drops need to be infused three days prior to appointment for microsuction.

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The first sign of melanoma is often a change in the size, shape, or colour of an existing mole or the appearance of a new mole. Since the vast majority of primary melanomas are visible on the skin, there is a good chance of detecting the disease in its early stages.

The majority of melanomas do not arise from a pre-existing

mole but from the pigment cell of the skin. So it is important to look for the new little black or brown speck which starts growing outwards with an irregular spreading edge.

If in doubt put a ruler on it and note its size. Some have been observed to grow from a pinpoint to a pinhead size in a fortnight so finding them early is vital.

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I’m known most widely as “the chicken lady”. What started as

an experiment in keeping a few chickens in the suburbs has now expanded to a sizeable flock of fancy hens and a home business introducing others to the wonders of chook keeping. There are two main groups of chicken breeds – crossbreeds (hybrids) and purebreeds (heritage).

Purebreeds can be standard size or bantam (small) size. Crossbreeds (Isabrowns for example) were designed for commercial egg production so they lay a lot of eggs but they stop laying after 2 years. Purebreeds are old fashioned chickens and although they are a little slower in egg production (laying between 3 and 5 eggs a week) they lay for 5 years (or more!) and tend to have nicer temperaments. Some are also suitable as meat birds. Bantam

chickens also lay eggs but they are mainly kept for cuddling.

I love to support heritage chickens and have over a dozen breeds in my collection. Each chicken varies in appearance, personality and egg colour (including blue!). Just like any other pet, different chickens will suit different owners and environments.

Some chickens are more noisy. Some don’t like to be contained. Some love to be handled. And some even think they are a dog and come inside your house to nibble crumbs under the kitchen table (or maybe that’s just my spoilt brood!).

A flock size of at least three is best as chickens have a pecking order. You can mix different breeds together or have all the same – it’s up to you. Here are a few of my favourite breeds for families. www.citychicks.com.au

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In October there was a survey conducted jointly by a number

of councils from Byron Shire up to the North Burnett and inland to the Scenic Rim, using volunteers through the Land for Wildlife programme.

The purpose was to establish the numbers of the Glossy Black-Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus lathami), listed as vulnerable in Queensland, in the survey area.

Glossy Black-Cockatoos are superficially similar to the other Black Cockatoos that can be found in the area – occasionally the Red-tailed and quite frequently the Yellow-tailed, but are recognised by a number of differences.

Firstly, they are noticeably smaller than the other two species but have a larger beak. Despite the name, they are neither glossy nor black, but have a dull brown plumage. The females are distinguished by irregular but plainly visible yellow patches on the head and neck. Both sexes have red tail feathers, red panels crossed with black bars. In the males these bars become less prominent with every moult until in older mature birds (6 – 7 yo) they disappear leaving uninterrupted bright red panels.

Their way of life is also quite different. Where the other species of Black Cockatoo often travel in numbers and always announce their presence with loud calls and squabbles, the Glossies are most often seen in a group of three (the parents have only one chick) feeding quietly. Often they are only noticed through the chewed casuarina cones dropping down.

The life or death balance for Glossy Black-Cockatoos hinges on their specialised diet. They are restricted to eating the seeds from only a small number of Casuarina (she-oak) trees. In this area, up in the hinterland it is primarily the forest Oak (Allocasuarina torulosa). Further down towards the coast it is mainly the Black Oak (Allocasuarina littoralis) and down on the dunes they use the Coastal She-oak (Casuarina equisetifolia).

All of these casuarina species have tiny seeds carried in small cones so the birds need to eat most of the day and require large numbers of cone-bearing trees.

They also require fairly large tree hollows for nesting.

The problem is that unrestricted development on the coastal belt

has led to elimination of much of their food source and of suitable old trees carrying nesting hollows. We have also noted that for some reason locals in our area dislike casuarinas and take them out where possible.

We participated in the survey and were allocated a square kilometer grid which included our own 10 acres and parts of neighbouring properties.

After a two-and-a-half hour pre-survey briefing we realised how important and extensive this was and not just a bird-watching doddle in the park.

Not only did the number of Glossy Black-Cockatoos sighted on the day need to be counted, but they had to be identified as male or female, including any juveniles. If possible photos of individual birds were to be taken and colour pattern on the female’s heads were to be drawn on provided templates.

But not only that, trees where these birds do or did feed had to be recorded, preferably by GPS coordinates. The ground underneath these “feed-trees” had to be examined for chewed-out cones (“orts”) and their numbers and age estimated.

Birds seen flying had to have the compass bearing noted. As with noting the females’ facial markings, this helped to eliminate double-counting. We soon became aware that the ongoing existence of Glossy Black-Cockatoos must be very precarious in this area. Our bird-count was zero. At least 98 per cent of casuarinas in our sector bore no cones whatsoever and showed no signs of having recently been visited by the birds. (The last noticed visit on our property was eight years ago and other neighbours gave the same estimate for their properties.)

Numbers of the existing casuarinas inspected were highly stressed, possibly due to the lack of rain, and many of the smaller ones will not survive.

Glossy Black-Cockatoos are classed as “vulnerable”. Currently climatic conditions are adverse to their food source. Worse still is our unsparing destruction of habitat. Unless there is rethinking and significant change, we fear their next grading will be “endangered” and beyond that lies “extinct”.

The loss of another species forever.

Nature NotesGlossy Black-Cockatoos – a Vulnerable Species Kon Hepers


During warmer seasons water during the late afternoon. This allows the plants to access the moisture at the most needed time. Always check pipes and drippers are working properly and not releasing water in areas not needed. It’s a shame to see sprayers watering driveways! If your system isn’t regularly used check parts regularly for critters as they can create blockages in water flow. If used and maintained correctly irrigation systems can be a great advantage as water usage can be controlled, but always remember to turn the system off or install a timer Install water tanks

This is an important tip for any gardener. If you’re on town water it will continue to get more expensive to water the garden, so installing a small tank can save lots of $$$. Find a small place for a tank and ensure you have a tap installed with easy access for watering cans and hoses.Your choice of plants

Choosing the correct plants saves water, time and money. Only grow plants that are suitable for our climate and the current season. This ensures plants thrive and produce a good crop. There are plants available that suit our sub-tropical climate; tomatoes that grow well in humid conditions, green leafy plants that enjoy heat and taste delicious and many fruit trees. Choose ornamental plants that require little water like Aloe Vera and other succulents, or two of my old fashion favourites, Geranium or Pelargonium. They love the heat and produce stunning flowers. Also try Rosemary, Lavender and Sage for low maintenance. Visit www.soiltosupper.com.au.

I’m sure most of us are looking at our gardens and noticing the

effect that this dry weather is having. Here are a few ideas to create a garden that continues to grow and thrive even in these dry spells.Good planning

Effectively use plants and other landscaping materials to create areas of shade, deep soil and use taller plants as protection from the hot sun and winds. This helps plants to retain moisture during hot, dry times. Improving your soil

The foundation of all good gardens is having great soil. “Living” soil has the ability to retain moisture and nutrients and is loaded with organisms that provide the plants with nutrients. The best way to improve soil is by adding organic product; compost, prunings, lawn clippings, rotted animal manures, worm castings and mulches. These ingredients all decompose and create “humus” – the ideal growing medium. Humus retains more moisture than dead dry dirt, so the more organic matter the better.Applying mulch

Mulch keeps moisture within the soil. If left uncovered the top few cm will dry out within a few hours in this warm weather, so by covering the top layer of soil with at least a 10cm layer of mulch the soil will stay moist and the plants will access moisture as needed.

Irrigation SystemsWhen installing an irrigation

system I’d suggest using drippers, instead of sprayers. I’d rather see water drip straight into the soil layers for the plants to access rather than see the water sprayed over the plants foliage (most of which evaporates).

GardeningHow to have a thriving garden during dry times Cath Manuel

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COUNCIL MEETINGS

Ordinary Meeting 9.00am, Thursday 13 December, Tewantin.

Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme on displayCouncil’s Draft Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme is on public display until Friday 14 December. View the draft on council’s website, attend a local information display or visit your nearest council offi ce or library—you can also phone 5475 PLAN for further details. Be sure to have your say on this blueprint for the future of the Sunshine Coast.

Funding for community projectsCould grants funding help get your project off the ground? The Community Grants Program and the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) are open for application until 5pm Saturday 1 December. Visit council’s website for details and to apply or call a grants offi cer on 5441 8616 for assistance.

What's on this Festive SeasonGet involved in the Sunshine Coast Festive Season program – bursting with over 50 family-friendly activities happening across the region. The 2012/13 festive program includes the regional Christmas tree trail, local festive community events and workshops, New Year’s Eve and Australia Day celebrations. Find out more from council’s website.

Dispose of unwanted items for freeDid you know it’s free to dispose of some items at the tip? This includes scrap metal, washers and dryers, clean cardboard, engine oil from home, domestic recyclables, and some re-usable items. Visit council's website for waste facility and collection service details.

Social Inclusion Week Discover the services for seniors, people with disabilities, young people and families at the Social Inclusion Week event on Thursday 29 November at Felicity Park, Caloundra. Check out the free expo’s stalls, workshops and activities and help the Coast Collaborate, Connect and Celebrate Social Inclusion Week 2012. Visit council’s website for details.

Help council shape your communityOccasionally council asks residents for online feedback to assist with its decision-making. If you are interested in helping to shape your community, visit council’s website and sign up to be part of the Community Engagement Register. Your details will remain confi dential.

First aid for your wheelie binIs your wheelie bin split or damaged? Council will fi x or replace your waste, recycle or garden waste wheelie bin for free. Visit council’s website and fi ll in the online request form or call council’s customer contact centre.


Readers’ Photos

Portraits from Eumundi’s Arts Ball

We love getting your photos so please keep them coming. If you have one that you’d like to share with readers, send a high resolution jpg file to [email protected] with a short description of your photograph. We may choose it for publication. Accreditation will be given to all photographers.

ECCO community services

New ECCO BoardECCO held its Annual General Meeting a few weeks ago to present to its three member organisations its annual report and audited annual �nancial report. With the retirement of two directors Maree Thomson (Chamber) and Bob Loudon (EDCA), the board for the year ahead is:• Louis Formosa and Cherrie Orr (EDCA nominated directors)• Terry Lawrence and Peter Wolfe (EHA nominated directors)• Barrie Adams and John McCallum (Chamber nominated directors)In keeping with the turn-about tradition of the past four years, the chairmanship passed to an EDCA representative. Louis is the 2012 –13 chair and Cherrie is the secretary/director.

Experience Eumundi!

Car park co-ordinator Richard Thurbon with volunteer car park attendant for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre Annie Wilson proudly displaying new dual purpose �ags for use in the car park to help drivers �nd a parking spot and to promote Eumundi to visitors through its Experience Eumundi brand.

Flags are like a lighthouse for drivers helping them to see a parking space when the car park is �lling up. We hope that simultaneously drivers are subconsciously registering an interest in experiencing all that Eumundi has on o�er. And there are plenty of experiences to choose – something for everyone every day.

Work in progress

Well known Eumundi house painter and artist Paul Ayres having a little fun painting a Eumundi style mural on the car park hut – watch this space.

The current painting project includes repainting the exterior, a mural and signage on the hut. Emergency numbers will be added and the job �nished with Experience Eumundi badging. The signs at the three entrances to the car park are also being restored.

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Paul Mundy and Fran Maguire manned the velvet clad photo booth at the Centenary Ball last Saturday night. Everyone got into the spirit by dressing up from an era of the Eumundi School of Arts long life. Here are some of their favourites.


Bits and Pieces

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Keep SmilingLet’s cap the centenary celebrations for the Eumundi School of Arts with some short gags about getting long in the tooth: You know you’re getting old when the candles cost more than the cake. Bob Hope At my age I do what Mark Twain did: I get my daily paper, look at the obituaries page and if I’m not there I carry on as usual. Sir Patrick Moore He’s so old that when he orders a three-minute egg, they ask for the money up front. Milton Berle A stockbroker urged me to buy a stock that would triple its value every year. I told him, “At my age, I don’t even buy green bananas”. Claude Pepper Talk about getting old. I was getting dressed and a peeping tom looked in the window, took a look and pulled down the shade. Joan Rivers You can live to be a hundred if you give up all the things that make you want to live to be a hundred. Woody Allen

The Tower of London Beth Pilling

It is not very often one gets the opportunity to reconnect with

our family roots but I have just returned home from a magical trip to Scotland and England.

I grew up as part of a family of four for most of my life, I knew I had family overseas but they were not here and letters and cards really don’t enable those connections. Anyway a few months ago I had the opportunity to throw caution to the wind and decided to book a trip to reconnect.

I was able to meet aunts, uncles, cousins, their partners and their children, as well as my sister in law, brother in law, niece, nephew, great nephew and some great Aussie friends.

I saw so many sights including Edinburgh Castle, Chichester Cathedral, Louden Castle, the Robert Burns monument, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and yes the Queen was in residence, sadly I wasn’t invited in for tea. I even

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Large & small acreagesExperienced local operator4WD tractor/XHD slasherPh Steve 0408 915 124

Servicing all areasSteve Pont SlashingProfessional Mowing Services

specialising in acreage propertiesprompt • reliable • professional

rewards program • all prices negiotatedComplimentary yard whipper snip this month

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Slashing, mowing, 4wd tractorsLifting, loading, 4 in 1 bucket

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Plumber & DrainerServicing the local area for 20 yearsEumundi & District, Yandina, Cooroy & Kenilworth

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