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All clear for two-track line By Sonia Isaacs EXTENSIVE clearing now under way is revealing the full scale of the $1 billion Beerburrum to Nambour rail duplication (B2N), well ahead of its 2027 completion. More than 60 hectares will eventually be cleared for the project, which will duplicate the rail line between Beerburrum and Beerwah to increase passenger and

freight movements on the north coast line. The project will see the Barrs Rd level crossing closed and replaced with an overpass for traﬀic and a new bridge entrance to Beerburrum will be built and new traﬀic lights on Steve Irwin Way will also be installed as part of the realigned

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confronting pace of change. “I appreciate that, now the work is ﬁnally under way, the scale of the project is daunting,” he said. He added that duplication of the rail line was essential to support population growth and ensure the region was wellpositioned ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic

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A SUNSHINE Coast mother is seeking more than $2.9 million in damages in Supreme Court proceedings against The Creche and Kindergarten Association Limited (C&K), alleging her then ﬁve-year-old daughter swallowed a button battery while attending C&K Maleny in 2021. The woman has now ﬁled a Supreme Court claim in relation to the incident. Story p3

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FROM THE EDITOR Mitch Gaynor FOUR years into my time with Glasshouse Country and Maleny News and I’m struck not just by how the hinterland keeps changing, but by the scale of what’s coming next. This has been driven home more recently with the announcement of the Wave rail project and the impact on Beerwah, speciﬁcally the Co-Op and the prospect of a butt-ugly four storey car park towering over Simpson Street. And then further by the amount of clearing that has occurred across Beerburrum and Glass House Mountains as part of the B2N rail project. As we report this week some 64 hectares of trees are being cleared to realign and add a second track that will ultimately lift capacity and services for the north coast. The B2N project has been talked about for almost bang on 25 years. That’s a lot of talk and in fact it was only just before I started here that real money was put on the table for the project. Since then there’s been not much more to see, until now. It’s a bit like Ernest Hemingway

describing his spiral into bankruptcy: “gradually, then suddenly.” Driving along Steve Irwin Way and into either Beerburrum or Glass House Mountains, especially along Barrs Rd, is a completely diﬀerent landscape to a month ago. The entrance to Beerburrum, once a wall of native trees is now a browned out wasteland. While oﬀ Barrs Rd at Glass House they could be building an airstrip for an A380. For locals this is a confronting scene. We’re not talking about NIMBYs but people who love the area for its still village-like feel that remains so close to the coast and Brisbane. But these projects - the B2N and Wave - are freight trains that aren’t stopping for anybody. Anyone travelling by train knows the frustration of having to stop regularly at stations while another service passes by. While anyone travelling by car on the Bruce knows the frustration of sitting in the middle lane of a car park in a 110km zone.

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And in the midst of a booming population, something has to give. Check out our story on p4-5 this week as well as our drone footage on Facebook to see the scale of change currently underway. And while the shock of this sudden change is real, it also underlines the scale of investment ﬁnally coming into the hinterland. These are long-promised projects that will reshape how we move for decades to come. Christmas cheer On a much breezier note this week’s edition is packed with Christmas festivities. From all the best Christmas lights in the Hinterland and Aura (p18) to the season’s best socials (p14-17), Christmas messages from our local businesses and pollies (p14-18), two pages of puzzles (p40-41) and Christmas recipes (p28)... it’s never too much! We’ve got one more edition after which this freight train will be pulling in at the station for a couple of weeks.

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Christmas road safety blitz THE Crisafulli Government has joined the Queensland Police Service to launch Operation Mistletoe, a statewide road safety crackdown ahead of the busy Christmas and New Year period. With 289 lives already lost on Queensland roads this year, authorities are urging motorists to make safer choices as high-visibility policing ramps up across the state. Operation X-Ray Mistletoe, which began on Saturday, December 13, will run throughout the holiday period with targeted enforcement on the Fatal Five, including speeding and impaired driving on both roads and waterways. Thousands of roadside and on-water drug and alcohol tests will be carried out by specialist oﬀicers and mobile patrols across highrisk locations. Police Minister Dan Purdie said motorists should expect a strong police presence. Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg urged Queenslanders to stay alert, obey the rules and make decisions that save lives this festive season.

Mum seeks $2.9m after Maleny battery incident By Mitch Gaynor A SUNSHINE Coast mother is seeking more than $2.9 million in damages against The Creche and Kindergarten Association Limited (C&K), alleging her then five-year-old daughter swallowed a button battery while attending C&K Maleny in 2021. The woman, who is proceeding under a courtapproved pseudonym, has filed a Statement of Claim in the Supreme Court of Queensland in relation to an incident at C&K Maleny. According to the claim, the child came into possession of a button battery while under the supervision of the centre and ingested it without staff being aware. It is alleged staff did not witness the incident, were unaware of what the child had swallowed, and contacted the child’s parents, after which her father transported her to hospital. The claim states the child required emergency medical treatment, including surgery and transfer to Queensland Children’s Hospital, where she was placed in an induced coma for several days and remained an

inpatient for several weeks. The Statement of Claim alleges the child sustained severe internal injuries and required a nasogastric feeding tube for approximately two months following her discharge.

intrusive thoughts, ﬂashbacks and ongoing anxiety. In her Statement of Claim, the plaintiﬀ alleges the organisation breached its duty of care, as well as statutory, contractual and

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The mother alleges she was working in the emergency department of Sunshine Coast University Hospital at the time and unexpectedly received her own daughter as a patient in a critical condition. She claims the incident resulted in posttraumatic stress disorder, including nightmares,

consumer law obligations, including by failing to adequately inspect the premises, maintain systems to identify and remove hazards, supervise children appropriately, and ensure staff were sufficiently trained to identify highrisk items such as button batteries. The plaintiff ’s lawyer, Travis Schultz of Travis Schultz & Partners, said the proceedings raised serious questions about safety systems in early childhood

associated with them have been widely documented for years, particularly in relation to young children.” Mr Schultz said his client was seeking accountability through the court process. “She is seeking justice for what her daughter has endured, and for the profound impact the incident has had on her family,” he said. In its Notice of Intention to Defend and Defence, ﬁled on November 28, 2025, C&K disputes the allegations and

states that while the child swallowed a button battery, it does not know whether this occurred at or prior to her attendance at the centre. The organisation contends the incident was not reasonably foreseeable and alleges the child’s ingestion of the battery was consistent with what it describes as “abnormal behaviour” known to the mother, including an alleged propensity to place foreign objects in her mouth. The defence claims this behaviour was not disclosed to the centre prior to the incident. C&K maintains it had extensive safety protocols in place, including inspections and policies addressing button battery risks, and argues it took reasonable precautions in the circumstances. The defence further alleges the plaintiﬀ either voluntarily assumed the risk or contributed to the injury by failing to manage or disclose the child’s alleged behavioural tendencies. C&K also challenges the quantum of damages claimed, asserting they are excessive. The proceedings are continuing.

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Clearing for major rail upgrade is a shock to residents as Beerburrum and Glasshouse landscape undergoes rapid change By Sonia Isaacs EXTENSIVE clearing now under way is revealing the full scale of the $1 billion Beerburrum to Nambour rail duplication (B2N), well ahead of its 2027 completion. More than 60 hectares will eventually be cleared for the project, which will duplicate the rail line between Beerburrum and Beerwah to increase passenger and freight movements on the north

coast line. The project will see the Barrs Rd level crossing closed and replaced with an overpass for traffic. A new bridge entrance to Beerburrum will be built and new traffic lights on Steve Irwin Way will also be installed as part of the realigned tracks. Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, said he had been advocating for the rail upgrade for many years but acknowledged the confronting pace of change in recent weeks. “I appreciate that, now the work is finally under way, the scale of the project is daunting,” he said. He said duplication of the rail line was essential to support population growth and ensure the region was well-positioned ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. “Locals can be reassured that the project has met strict environmental standards at both the state and federal levels,” he said. However some locals

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An aerial view of works underway along Barrs Rd; Trees cleared parallel to Steve Irwin Way. Pictures: Andrew Collins, LAD Social.

diﬀerent opinions,” she said. “But for me, I think it’s important for the future. And honestly, it’s now easier and safer to see the entry to Beerburrum when driving at night - that corner has been a problem for years.” A Transport and Main

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road infrastructure,” the spokesperson said. “The project will also construct a new road overpass connecting Steve Irwin Way and Beerburrum Road, including a new signalised intersection on Steve Irwin Way.” Mr Powell said that strict

environmental conditions governed the project, including requirements at both state and federal levels. These conditions involve fauna passages beneath the rail corridor, comprehensive pre-clearing wildlife surveys, and licensed

fauna spotters during all vegetation removal, particularly under koala conservation rules. The most significant environmental measure is a large Habitat Offset designed to compensate for the removal of 64 hectares of nationally significant

habitat required across all B2N stages. Under the approved Offset Area Management Plan, 198.97 hectares of Sunshine Coast Council land between Maleny National Park and Kondalilla National Park will be rehabilitated to improve habitat quality and connectivity for koalas and grey-headed flying foxes. Federal approval for the offset has been granted under the EPBC Act, and TMR will work with Council to deliver restoration outcomes at the site, located within 15 kilometres of the B2N project area (Nambour-Obi-Obi). TMR maintains it has “worked to minimise and mitigate” environmental impacts and remains committed to “environmental stewardship” throughout

said they remain deeply concerned about the long-term visual and environmental impacts on the region’s identity. “It just won’t ever look the same,” she said. “In 15 years I’ve been here, it’s just gone. It’s just disgusting - we’re talking about thousands of trees. It feels like we’ve lost something really special.” sonia@gcnews.com.au

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By Sonia Isaacs BEERWAH Police Acting Officer in Charge, Senior Sergeant Glenn Peatling is urging hinterland residents to stay alert but not alarmed following a series of linked break and enters across Beerwah, Maleny, Landsborough and Booroobin earlier this month. Between 10.30am and 1pm on Tuesday, December 2, Police believe up to six homes were targeted, including at least five confirmed break-ins and one attempted break-in. Offenders are believed to have travelled up from the south-east in a black Volkswagen Polo, before allegedly targeting multiple properties in Maleny and surrounding areas in what Snr Sgt. Peatling has described as a random one-off crime series. In Maleny, a red Toyota Corolla was stolen from an address that morning and later seen travelling

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IMPROVED community safety, carefully considered changes to oﬀ-leash areas and stronger protection of environmentally sensitive zones form the backbone of the newly adopted Sunshine Coast Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan formally endorsed at Council’s Ordinary Meeting on December 11. Key adjustments include increased regulation at the Maleny Community Precinct to protect vulnerable platypus populations, and several updates to coastal dogaccess zones. At Currimundi Beach,

dogs will no longer be permitted to cross the mouth of Currimundi Lake between Beach Access 253 and 254. The existing offleash area north of the lake remains unchanged, while the southern off-leash stretch will continue for 1.25 kilometres with a new 50-metre buffer to better safeguard the Dicky Beach Bathing Reserve. A series of restricted dog areas have also been established at Point Perry, Point Arkwright, Point Cartwright, Moffat Headland and Caloundra Headland locations recognised as important

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You can safely walk our way Long-awaited safety upgrade on busy walking trail welcomed by MDSRC and community By Sonia Isaacs A LONG-awaited safety upgrade on one of Maleny’s busiest walking routes has been completed after repeated concerns about injuries on a damaged section of trail. The walking network across the Maleny Community Precinct is widely used by locals and visitors, linking the Riverside Centre, Obi Creek, wetlands, open pasture areas and the golf course. Key attractions include the platypus viewing

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Woodford Folk Festival founder, Bill Hauritz AM, remembered as a true creative visionary It was rooted in environmental stewardship, respect for Indigenous culture, intergenerational knowledge-sharing, and the protection and celebration of intangible cultural heritage, and a deep faith in humanity. In 2023, this vision was formally recognised on the world stage, when UNESCO presented Woodfordia with the Intangible Cultural Heritage Award at the Jeonju International Awards for Promoting Intangible Cultural Heritage. While others planned for seasons, Bill planned for generations, planting trees whose shade he would never sit under, building cultural systems designed to last. It was both a poetic gesture and a practical blueprint, and it stands today as one of the most enduring expressions of his belief that the best way to shape the future is to start building it now. Bill was also recognised as a Queensland Great, received the Order of Australia (AM), and was honoured as a Smithsonian Fellow, acknowledging his outstanding contribution to the cultural fabric of Australia and beyond. Bill is deeply mourned by his wife Ingrid, sons Tom and Jack, daughter-in-law Mel, and grandchildren Elke and Stellan, alongside

Australia. “Yes Bill, you are still with us, with your dreams becoming our dreams. You have not gone. “That is the beauty of dreams that are for the common good, they have a habit of surviving. They can even outlive a 500-Year Plan by taking on the shape and ﬂavour of the many people who dream those dreams individually and collectively. Thanks Bill.” From the Maleny Folk Festival’s humble beginnings in 1987 to the creation of the 500-acre cultural parkland Woodfordia, Bill’s belief in the arts as a unifying, transformative force never wavered. His work gave rise to one of Australia’s most beloved celebrations of music, ideas and community, the Woodford Folk Festival, drawing over 120,000 people annually to a six-day village of creativity and connection. Under Bill’s leadership, Woodfordia became a living, breathing expression of what a better world might feel like. His vision extended far beyond event-making.

ONE of Australia’s most cherished festival visionaries, Bill Hauritz, has been remembered by close friend and Maleny artist, Linsey Pollak, as a man whose dreams reshaped the cultural life of a nation. Woodfordia announced Bill’s passing last week, saying he left behind a legacy that reshaped the nation’s festival landscape and inspired generations of artists and audiences. Linsey said the loss would be deeply felt across the arts community but that Bill’s vision would continue to shape Australian culture for generations. “Thank you for your extraordinary vision and the ability to bring people together to collectively bring that vision to life,” Linsey said. “You had the ability to glance into a rear vision mirror and from the brief glimpse of a hidden valley in that mirror begin a journey that is now shared by thousands and thousands of people and has changed the cultural landscape of

the extended Woodfordia family of organisers, artists, volunteers and festivalgoers whose lives he helped shape. Minister for the Arts, Tony Burke, said Bill built a festival dedicated to love and friendship. “Bob Hawke once told me I would never meet a better Australian than Bill Hauritz,” he said. “That wasn’t just his conclusion. It was the conclusion of anyone who has spent a moment with Bill. “He was enriched by music, passionate about the environment, and his instinct for kindness was matched by his humility. “In the Woodford Folk Festival, he didn’t simply create a home for entertainment. He created an example of how people could live with less conﬂict and more care.” Woodfordia Co-Founder and Managing Director, Amanda Jackes, said Bill created a world through the Folk Festival.

“A living village where music, ceremony, story and shared experience passed hand to hand, heart to heart, in the rhythms of everyday life,” she said. “He taught us how to build something beautiful that lasts, not just in memory, but in the land and in each other. “The greatest compliment Bill ever received, and the one he wore with a smile, was that he was a pathological optimist. “He lived up to that each and every day. His presence is woven into everything we do.” Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell said Bill was leaving a “legacy that will continue to shape and uplift our region for decades to come”. “I am deeply saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. He was not only the founder of the Woodford Folk Festival - he was its heartbeat. From its inception he poured his soul into creating a place where people felt welcome,

connected, entertained and inspired.” City of Moreton Bay Mayor, Peter Flannery, said the region had lost a true champion and inspiration to many. “He was a visionary who loved nothing more than to harness the power of music and nature to bring people together, from Moreton Bay and beyond,” he said. “Council was proud to work hand in glove over many years in promoting the iconic Woodford Folk Festival, which draws more than 100,000 visitors to our City each year. Founder of the Port Fairy Folk Festival and longtime friend, Jamie McKew OAM, called Bill “a rare kind of visionary”. “Bill Hauritz has shown us that when community embraces culture then humanity may grow and ﬂourish beyond our dreams, across the planet for 500 years and way beyond, to the Never-Never.”

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Community

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Beerwah Neighbourhood Centre opening soon; community invited for sneak peak Contributed By Jody Blackburn HAVE you been wondering what’s happening at 17 Turner Street in Beerwah? With support from Caloundra Community Centre who has a long history of commitment and connection to Glasshouse Country, a team of local passionate volunteers have been working together to fulﬁl a dream held over many decades by many people to establish a Neighbourhood Centre in Beerwah. Beerwah Neighbourhood Centre will be a vital central hub for community. The Centre’s purpose is to create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space where people can ﬁnd a sense of belonging in a supportive environment. The Centre will

bring together various community activities and groups under one roof, including providing a dedicated and affordable space for groups to meet, and has three primary function, Firstly, to provide a place for community connection where people can grow friendships, build social support, and feel valued as an active citizen. Secondly, to provide a central location for residents to access information and support services. And finally, offering a space where people can

come together to work collectively to contribute to local solutions. As a preview to the Centre’s opening early next year, we’re inviting community to pop by on Wednesday December 17 between 9am–12:30pm for a cuppa, tour of the building, and to ﬁnd out how you might be involved in creating a space where people have the opportunity to ﬂourish. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see how preparations for the Centre are coming along. We look forward to meeting you!

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THE Lions Club of Mooloolah has launched a fundraising campaign to cover the shortfall needed to deliver the 2026 Mooloolah ANZAC Day Dawn Service, starting with a community sausage sizzle at Mitre 10 on Saturday December 6. Despite the hot weather, locals turned out to support the eﬀort, which

aims to raise the ﬁnal $2,500 required to ensure the service can proceed next year and continue sustainably into the future. The club says the funding gap relates to essential infrastructure costs needed to safely host the commemorative event, which attracts strong community

attendance each year. “We’re delighted to see the community already getting behind our fundraising campaign,” the club said. Organisations willing to contribute are encouraged to get in touch. To oﬀer support, contact Jason Carroll, ANZAC Day Coordinator, on 0478 672 862.

Social group catch-up REACH NEW Glasshouse Country Social Group members end of year celebration THE Glasshouse Country Social Group gathered for its pre-Christmas celebration last Wednesday enjoying a relaxed lunch at IM-AM Thai Restaurant in Landsborough. Twenty-one members attended the festive get-together, sharing a beautifully prepared meal and warm conversation at the popular local venue. Organisers thanked IM-AM Thai for their hospitality and the quality of the food, which helped make the ﬁnal catch-up of

the year a memorable one for everybody. The group will resume activities in the new year, with members set to meet for morning tea at The Lookout Café on Glasshouse–Woodford Road at 10am on January 21. The social group welcomes new members who enjoy friendly catch-ups, community connection and regular outings. Anyone interested in joining can contact Janet on 0448 845 303.

Pets and People Together Forever. The organisation also thanks the Sunshine Coast community, including donors and sponsors and the families who adopt SCARS animals. Their ongoing support is critical to continuing the life-saving work of the shelter.

As the festive season approaches, SCARS looks forward to continuing its vital work in 2026. SCARS wishes the community a very Merry Christmas and a safe holiday season and heartfelt thanks for helping make a diﬀerence for animals and people alike.

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have found loving homes, and the year isn’t over yet. The 7th annual Paws for a Cause Long Lunch raised vital funds for enrichment areas at the shelter, while a long-awaited Open Day welcomed hundreds of community members to see SCARS in action. Supporting vulnerable pet owners remains a top priority. SCARS’ Pet Crisis Care Program, the Last Litter Program, and the Daisy Chain program which helps homeless people care for their pets have all been

busier than ever. Subsidised cat and dog desexing vouchers, delivered in partnership with Sunshine Coast Council, SavourLife, Youi, and local vets, have also helped families keep their pets healthy and in their care. SCARS’ success is built on the dedication of its staﬀ and more than 250 volunteers, who care for nearly half of all animals rescued. From foster carers to events teams, their generosity is central to SCARS’ mission of Bringing

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Tech Time

Spotlight on... Mooloolah

New owners add colour to Mitre 10

New phone or tablet this Christmas? Read this first By Next Door Digital THERE’S nothing quite like opening a shiny new phone or tablet on Christmas morning. But for many people, that excitement lasts about ﬁve minutes, right up until the moment the screen asks “Do you want to transfer your data?”. Suddenly the joy turns into worry. Will my photos come across properly? What about my contacts? And what on earth is my Apple ID password? The good news is that upgrading is much easier these days. Apple’s Quick Start and Samsung’s Smart Switch can wirelessly copy

your old device to your new one, photos, messages and all. To help everything go smoothly, there are a few simple tips worth knowing. First, make sure you know your Apple ID or Google account password before you begin. This is the key that unlocks all your information on the new device. If you are unsure of it, reset it ahead of time rather than on Christmas morning. Next, keep both devices plugged into power during the transfer. Moving large amounts of data uses a surprising amount of battery, and there is no need to rush the setup.

Take your time and read each screen so you understand what you are choosing. Finally, do not erase or switch oﬀ your old phone until the new one is fully working. Your old device is your safety net until every photo, contact and message has arrived safely. If you’re unwrapping something special this Christmas and want a stress-free setup, call Next Door Digital on 0455 600 173. Pre-Christmas bookings are available until December 22, so everything’s ready in time for a fun and festive Christmas Day.

MOOLOOLAH Mitre 10’s transformation is continuing at a rapid pace, with new owners Isaac and Nick unveiling a dedicated paint-mixing station that is already proving a drawcard for local DIY enthusiasts and trades. The upgraded facility brings Dulux, Accent and Cabots products into the heart of the township for the first time, offering residents professional-grade colour matching and a broader selection of finishes without the need to travel to the coast.

The paint station forms part of the store’s wider modernisation since the pair took over in November 2024. Over the past 12 months, the hardware store has expanded its overall product range by more than 40 per cent, boosted by new landscaping supplies, timber and plumbing lines, and an enhanced selection of pool chemicals. This growth includes a dedicated pool room oﬀering free water testing and a refreshed garden centre now stocked with plants,

giftware and everyday garden essentials. Improvements outside the store are also noticeable, with angled parking and a new pedestrian crossing making access safer and more convenient. Click & Collect and local delivery services are also available. By listening closely to community feedback, Isaac and Nick are positioning Mooloolah Mitre 10 as a genuine local hub for DIY, garden and home improvement needs.

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Probus Christmas fun Maleny Probus Club wraps up 2025 with a festive celebration THE Maleny Probus Club wrapped up the year with a joyful Christmas Party at The Barrel last week, delighting members with a menu that catered for all and plenty of festive cheer. Probus Clubs in Queensland oﬀer retired and semi-retired seniors social activities, guest speakers, outings, travel opportunities, and above all, friendship and fun. Maleny Probus usually meets on the fourth

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Wednesday of each month at the Maleny Uniting Church on Maleny–Landsborough Road at 9.45am. Non-members are welcome, with the ﬁrst meeting free and subsequent meetings $10. The Probus New Year will start on February 4 with breakfast at the Mary Cairncross Park Cafe. Check the club’s Facebook page for upcoming speakers and excursions.

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singalongs, children’s favourites and classic carols in the comfort of the Roberts Road venue. After the music wraps up, families can stay on for a free community sausage sizzle, oﬀering a relaxed chance to connect with friends, neighbours and church members. Organisers say everyone is welcome and encourage locals to bring family and friends to share in the festive fun. Two days later, candles will glow in Witta as the community gathers for

its Witta Community Carols by Candlelight on Monday, December 22, from 7pm–8pm at 295 Witta Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring a candle or small light, along with a chair or picnic rug, to enjoy a peaceful hour of carols beneath the evening sky. The event is open to all and continues a longstanding tradition of Christmas fellowship in the community. sonia@gcnews.com.au

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Beerwah State School congratulates the Year 6 graduating class of 2025 By Nicola Worthington Acting Principal WE are incredibly proud of our students and all they have achieved during

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Year 6 students are leaving a lasting legacy By Gyan Talbot THE principal has commended this year’s Year 6 cohort for the strong legacy they leave behind as they prepare to graduate from Glass House Mountains State School. Last year, the principal, Mr Persini, encouraged students to “make the most of every day” and to put their best foot forward, striving to be better than they were yesterday. This year, the challenge shifted to a deeper question: What

will your legacy be when you leave at the end of the year? According to Mr Persini, the cohort consistently led by example and set a high standard for younger students. Their legacy, Mr Persini said, will be remembered for their courage, compassion, and ability to make others smile. The student’s ﬁnal week was an array of celebrations, including a swimming carnival, graduation ceremony, a clap-out in handmade tie-dye shirts,

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AS a long-term resident of this piece of paradise, and an avid follower of GC&M News, I am seeking a “Please explain” from those involved in the decisionmaking behind three important plans for the future of our area. 1. As reported, the Co-op is to make way for a super rail hub made up of a 400-space, four-storey car park, an extra rail line and additional facilities. 2. The Comiskey Group’s grand festival site plan, attracting 35,000 patrons plus accommodation and more, resulting in traffic overload, major problems in times of fire and flood, and major impacts on flora and fauna, not to mention the Ramsar-listed Pumicestone Passage. 3. The Sunshine Coast Council’s refusal of the expansion of the Glasshouse/Hanson Quarry. SCC’s reasons are as follows: a failure to meet rural zone code requirements that adverse environmental and amenity impacts are avoided or appropriately managed. Council further states the expansion would create unacceptable noise and dust for land situated north, south and east of the project, and that it does not adequately demonstrate that the increase in heavy traffic would be acceptable for the local transport system and road network. Would not the rural zone code be applicable to all proposed projects under SCC control? The Honourable Mr Jarrod Bleijie, his Treasurer and members of his party have extolled the importance of all levels of government working together in a mature way, planning for the wellbeing of areas like ours, while at the same time riding roughshod over SCC’s refusal of the Comiskey Group’s proposal, along with at least 10 business groups and SOGHM. Could some responsible person amongst the decision-makers please explain? Lee Paterson Address supplied

SHANE Daly (GC&M News, 25 Nov) and I share a common concern: how can we determine what is really going on around us? However we seem to have very diﬀerent views on the risks of vaccination and the seriousness of climate change. For the best chance of understanding the world I recommend a strategy of diversity and skepticism. When at Auckland University geology department in 1961 I was required to write a long essay on the speed of fault movements in New Zealand. I read a peer-reviewed paper by a highly respected NZ geologist and when I reworked his calculations I discovered he had messed up his mathematics. For the next 50 years I worked on a great variety of projects and found that I could add value if I kept my eyes open for what had been missed by previous workers. Sometimes you have

to wait years to get confirmation or refutation of your ideas. Around 1965 I felt that Australia joining the US invasion of Vietnam would be immoral and unwise, despite all the mainstream propaganda . These days, most Australians seem to agree with me. While protesting Australia’s involvement, I fell in with the Quakers, a pacifist religious group. They rejected having a creed, but they did have their ‘Advices and Queries’. Included was the advice: “Think it possible that you may be mistaken.” This startling advice was very different from main

Your Opinions stream religions which placed so much emphasis on unquestioning belief. It was so refreshing that I became a member and have applied the advice both to my spirituality and to my science. Diversity of news sources is important. For example my internet browser has bookmarks for GC&M News, The Shovel, ABC, Crikey, Conversation, Guardian, CNN, Al Jazeera and Xinhua. Judging the reliability of a news report partly depends on judging the character and motives of the reporter. I find podcasts helpful because a bit of the character of the person comes across. Video is useful to check the body language of a person. I find it helps to filter out some sources. There has not been a TV in our house for 30 years and I avoid the Murdoch press which seems devoted to making Australia safe for capitalists rather than citizens. So to find out what is going on in

the world, explore widely, critically and sceptically. David Lowry Witta

Thanks to SCUH ON Wednesday 3 December, feeling extremely unwell, I called an ambulance. Within a few minutes, a sparky young female paramedic was at my front door, and when she realised I might need to go to hospital, she contacted another ambulance, which arrived shortly thereafter. I was incredibly short of breath and, on the way down the hill to SCUH at Birtinya, the two wonderful paramedics tried to alleviate my symptoms with a (to me)

new type of puffer. Arriving at SCUH, I was quickly checked out and seen by several people. After a while, I was transferred to a ward, where what seemed like a never-ending line of help came through my door. My blood was tested, as was my sputum. I had a chest X-ray, a scan and, I think, an MRI. Someone pushed a stick into my nasal cavity and later announced that I was suffering from rhinovirus, which is an infection similar to the common cold that can be extremely dangerous for infants, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. I received visits from two different doctors, a dietician and other specialists, and there was no doubt they were all determined to get me out of hospital and home. I was asked if I would be interested in taking part in a follow-up for patients with breathing difficulties, the Respiratory Acute Discharge Service. Staffed by senior nurses, RADS enabled me to have four home visits once I left hospital, so any questions could be raised and the nurse could explain anything I was unsure about. This was all very comforting after a pretty stressful couple of days. I was most impressed with the way my admission to SCUH was handled. People seemed to jump into action to find out what was wrong with me. Everyone was helpful, friendly and efficient. I cannot recall when I last felt so confident in a good result. We all know that a day in hospital is extremely expensive and, of course, if a patient can be moved out and returned home, there is a big saving in costs, allowing more patients to be treated. So my sincere thanks to SCUH and all those involved in my treatment. You did a fabulous job and made a very big impression on me in just 36 hours. Helen Evans Maleny

Elected Reps with Andrew Powell State Member for Glass House And that’s a wrap on 2025 (almost!) It’s been a busy month across the Glass House electorate: school award ceremonies, Maleny’s first-ever Farm Fest, Sculpture on the Edge, the combined Chamber of Commerce Christmas party, and my annual Volunteer Awards. Congratulations to all recipients - your hard work truly deserves the recognition. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a restful holiday season with loved ones! Drive safely, shop local, stay storm-aware - but most importantly, enjoy the season.My electorate office will be closed from Monday 22 December and reopens Monday 5 January 2026. Emails will be monitored, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance. B2N Rail Project Moving North: Works are now shifting north with vegetation clearing and temporary traffic

management around the Glasshouse Mountains and Beerwah town centres. Burgess Street: Construction on permanent shared path on Coonowrin Road near Burgess St, and near the Glass House Mountains Information Centre. Vegetation clearing for the new Burgess St overpass (eastern side) and new rail track north of Glasshouse Mountains Station. Beerwah: Laydown areas oﬀ Beerwah Parade and Sportsground Drive. Vegetation clearing south of Beerwah station toward Pikes Road. Traﬀic and Closures (from Jan 2026): Shared paths on both sides of Burgess St bridge will be closed for approx. 18 months. Permanent closure of the car park south of Bruce Parade. Changed conditions on the recreation trail between Pikes Rd and Sportsground Drive, also on Steve Irwin Way and nearby local roads.

with Winston Johnston Division 5 - Sunshine Coast Council Shape a hinterland curated plate The Curated Plate returns 24 July – 2 August 2026, and I hope many of our hinterland tourism operators, event organisers, venues, restaurants, and local producers will get involved. The food festival runs for 10-days across farms, beaches, mountains, new and award-winning venues. You design your event, keep 100% of your proﬁts, and receive marketing support. Director, Peter Kuruvita, can help connect you with other hinterland producers for great collaborations. Think rainforest degustation’s, orchard long lunches and progressive dining adventures. Expressions of interest will close 31 January 2026, so apply now via thecuratedplate.com. au and help showcase our hinterland. Summer holidays are here - so is storm season! As locals we’re used to summer storm season - it’s

part of life on the Sunshine Coast - but you still need to be prepared. Planning for wild weather can help keep people and properties safe. Council’s Disaster Hub provides you with up-todate information before, during and after a storm. You’ll also find links to key emergency services in one location, including: weather warnings, road closures and flood mapping. Be disaster ready - even over the holidays! disasterhub. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. Wishing you a joyful Christmas and New Year As we come to the close of another year, I want to take a moment to thank our wonderful community for your support, resilience, and spirit throughout 2025. Christmas is a time to reflect on what truly matters family, friends, and the connections that make our community strong. May this festive season bring you peace, joy, and plenty of time to celebrate with loved ones.

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Taxi! Good luck finding one in the hinterland IT only ever bothers me every Christmas, but the lack of cab/rideshare services in the hinterland is a crying shame. The one time I want to let my scales down and not have to worry about a car, do you think I can ﬁnd a cab to get me where I need to go AND get home? Maybe one way, but return seems to be a big ask. Bring on the Wave!

Speaking of, this whole Beerwah Co-Op upheaval got me thinking about the fueli-ish game we play trying to ﬁnd the cheapest diesel. Long-time readers would know I drive a Larry David-style EV so it’s none of my concern, but still, I worry about others. Perhaps if the Co-Op and servo gets the old heave-ho, they could take a look back

at the old Coles site. Just a thought because although council said no thanks to the grocery store, there was nothing wrong with the service station. Why not look there - a perfect site for the Co-Op and you’ll keep Bunnings at bay for a few more years... maybe, and there will also be a local servo for heavy vehicles. One thing is for

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sure and that’s Shell is not going to be sitting on its hands. WORLD CUP Why would you go to the USA. First there’s the chance of being sent home if your social media account doesn’t stack up. But if you get in, you have to be able to aﬀord to stay there. Everyone is rightly blowing up about World

Cup pricing. That’s because the US, unlike Australia has ‘variable’ orr surge pricing. The higher the demand the higher the ticket. It’s an appalling way to treat everyday fans of the game - or of any event - and has been banned in Australia. Not that this stops organisers here working around the matter.

K N C RA oc the Cr Just L k att the th Ashes A h Look where Cricket Australia just tripled the prices across the board from the previous year and hey presto - it was a sellout. Money talks.

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Sharing beach days with your bestest buddies size of a small tree, beach days with our four-legged pals are pure joy. There’s nothing quite like Here on the Sunshine sitting on a beach as the sun Coast, we’re spoiled with dips low, sand between your gorgeous stretches of toes, favourite drink in hand coastline that make the and watching your doggos perfect backdrop for endliving their very best lives. of-year unwinding. Whether they’re zooming Our dogs understand Chesta is WAY too cute for the through the shallows, the vibe too… ears back, naughty list. digging a hole they believe tails high, eyes sparkling It’s also worth giving could reach Japan, or as if to say, “This is the life, Council signs a quick glance proudly carrying a stick the hooman.” And honestly… - every beach has its own they’re right. rules and some areas are As with all good things, a little common off limits to dogs, especially spots where native wildlife sense along the way (like our precious nesting keeps the fun rolling. turtles) need a bit of Try to discourage protection. National parks your dogs from are a no-go for pets, even drinking too much for the very goodest of good salt water during their boys. aquatic acrobatics, But with the right spot, and keep the human the right weather and the snacks out of reach right furry companions, a (the onion that falls beach afternoon can be the out of your burger is perfect way to close out the not going to do their year. tummies any good). So pack the water bowl, Remember hot sand grab a towel and let your can toast their paws, doggos remind you of how so check the ground to enjoy the simple stuff. before letting them Merry Christmas and a sprint off, and keep very Happy New Year, love an eye out for them overheating during big from the team at Maleny Bronco loves beach and adventure Vets! play sessions. days with his hoomans. By Dr Deb Thorne, Maleny Vet Services

Holiday hazards Christmas dangers for dogs and cats food well out of reach and remind guests not to share table scraps. Christmas decorations can also cause harm. Tinsel, ribbon, string and fairy-light cords can lead to choking, intestinal blockage, or electric shock. Broken ornaments— especially glass—can cut paws or be swallowed. Consider placing fragile decorations higher on the tree and securing electrical cords. Plants commonly used during Christmas, such as lilies, holly, mistletoe, and poinsettias, can be toxic if chewed. Lilies are particularly dangerous for cats and can cause kidney

By Glasshouse Country Vet Surgery CHRISTMAS is a magical time of the year , but it can also bring hidden dangers for our pets. Many festive items that seem harmless to us can cause serious illness in dogs and cats, so it’s important to stay alert during the holiday season. Christmas food is one of the biggest risks. Chocolate, raisins, sultanas, grapes, rum balls, Christmas pudding, mince pies, xylitolsweetened treats, alcohol, and fatty leftovers can all put animals’ lives at risk. Even small amounts can be dangerous, especially for smaller pets. Keep all

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New drug may fast-track treatment of Parkinson’s UNIVERSITY of Queensland researchers have developed a promising new antiinflammatory drug in a breakthrough they say could accelerate the path to new treatments for Parkinson’s disease. Lead author Dr Eduardo Albornoz Balmaceda, from UQ’s School of Biomedical Sciences, said tests in mouse models showed the new-generation oral drug blocked inflammation in the brain and improved motor function. “Inflammation acts like a slow-burning fire in the brain, progressively damaging the neurons that produce dopamine, the chemical which controls movement,” Dr Albornoz Balmaceda said. “Our study showed this drug, which targets part of the immune system called ‘inflammasomes’, reduced brain inflammation and prevented the disease from killing more neurons, therefore stopping its progression.” The team also used simultaneous positron

emission tomography (PET) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at UQ’s Centre for Advanced Imaging to track the drug’s impact in real time. “What’s most exciting is we could actually see these changes happening in the living brain,” Dr Albornoz Balmaceda said. “This imaging approach gives us a safe and powerful tool to track target engagement and disease progression, which is essential for designing future human clinical trials.” Senior author Professor Trent Woodruff, group leader of UQ’s Neuroinflammation Lab, said the findings marked a significant step in the search for disease-modifying therapies. “Parkinson’s is one of the fastest growing neurodegenerative diseases, and it is expected to impact more than 25 million people by 2050,” Professor Woodruff said. “Current therapies can alleviate symptoms but do not significantly slow or stop progression of the

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A MONASH University and Deakin University research partnership with Ritchies IGA supermarkets has prompted shoppers to buy more vegetables by introducing “nutritional serve pricing”, a new way of presenting cost that shows the price of a standard serve alongside the usual perkilogram ﬁgure. The National evaluation of nutritional serve pricing report found the initiative increased average daily vegetable purchases by more than 60 grams among all loyalty card shoppers. At a store level, daily vegetable purchase volumes rose by 7.5 kilograms. The results come as most Australians fall well short of recommended vegetable intake. The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows only 6.5 per cent of adults meet the recommended daily intake. To help address the gap, researchers introduced “nutritional serve pricing”,

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“a platform for a necessary societal conversation founded in evidence ... a manifesto for change and a mandate for action”. But ACOSH chief executive Laura Hunter said the report did not withstand scrutiny. “BAT sold Omni™ as a serious scientific review. Our analysis shows it’s anything but — it’s a curated sales document dressed up as evidence,” Ms Hunter said. She said the dual win showed the industry working “on multiple fronts”: undermining taxes, pushing new nicotine products and inserting itself into policy discussions “under the guise of credibility”. Dr McMullen warned the media needed to do more to identify and disclose industry influence, arguing that industry-linked voices were too often presented as neutral experts. Now in their 31st year, the Dirty Ashtray Awards were established to highlight those undermining tobacco control. “Question your sources. Question who benefits,” Ms Hunter said.

Helping locals thrive through community connection GREEN Umbrella Supports is an NDIS provider for both planmanaged and self-managed participants. The wellknown support service is making a genuine diﬀerence in the lives of locals by oﬀering tailored, personcentred support across the region. The team assists clients

with community access, shopping, daily living activities, meal preparation, and health and fitness routines. They also help participants connect with like-minded people through outings such as fishing trips, bush walks, coffee catch-ups, and visits to local community groups. For those needing extra help

at home, Green Umbrella Supports can arrange qualiﬁed cleaners to assist with domestic duties. Founder Troy, who has lived in the community for 16 years, said the organisation’s focus is on meeting each person “where they are at on life’s journey.” He and his team work closely with

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participants to identify their personal and NDIS goals, providing motivation, guidance, and practical support to help them achieve these milestones. “Seeing people build conﬁdence, independence and social connections is what it’s all about,” Troy said. “We’ve already seen many positive outcomes

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AUSTRALIANS over 50 are struggling to keep pace with an increasingly deceptive digital environment, with new research showing widespread exposure to scams and a steep erosion of trust in information. The Australian Seniors Scams Report 2025 found more than four in ﬁve people in this age group have encountered or fallen victim to a scam, while a similar proportion say it is now harder to trust news and information than it was one or two years ago. Despite this growing uncertainty, most still take online content at face value. Seven in ten admit they sometimes assume material is real without checking, and only one in seven routinely veriﬁes claims before believing or sharing them. The confusion is straining relationships, with almost

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Associate Professor Lennon Chang (pictured), from Deakin University, says cybercriminals now use AI to generate convincing fake voices, images and emails designed to pressure victims. He says these tools have made traditional phishing and impersonation scams far more sophisticated. In the past year, nearly two thirds of older

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Kite making When: Wednesday December 17, 9.30am 11am Where: Beerwah Library, Peachester Road, Beerwah Info: Create a cool kite using the materials supplied. Fun to fly when the weather is right! Ages 6 years+. DECEMBER 17

Toy Theatre Craft When: Wednesday December 17, 10.30am 11.30am Where: Bankfoot House, Old Gympie Rd, Glass House Mountains Info: Toy theatres were a popular form of entertainment in Victorian times. Once made you could buy plays to put on hundreds of popular West End plays were reproduced for toy theatres. Build your own Pollock’s Toy Theatre, a genuine Victorian theatre complete with stage, scenery and characters. Suitable for children aged 10 and up. Materials provided. DECEMBER 17

Montville Carols on the Green When: Wednesday December 17, 6pm - 8pm Where: 141-143 Main St, Montville Info: Gather your family, friends, and neighbours for a festive night under the stars filled with Christmas cheer and community spirit! Sing along to your favourite Christmas carols with; The Salvation Army Band, The Mapleton Choir, Kristy Turner + Garry Sando. FREE Sausage Sizzle from 6–7 PM, Face Painting + Bubbles 6-7 PM, GIANT Christmas Cracker Tug-o-War for the kids! Bring a picnic rug, settle in, and celebrate the joy of Christmas together. DECEMBER 17 & 20

Toy theatre craft When: Wednesday December 17 & Saturday December 20, 10.30am 11.30am Where: Bankfoot House, 1998 Old Gympie Rd, Glass House Mountains Info: Toy theatres were a popular form of entertainment in Victorian times. Once made you

could buy plays to put on hundreds of popular West End plays were reproduced for toy theatres. Build your own Pollock’s Toy Theatre, a genuine Victorian theatre complete with stage, scenery and characters. DECEMBER 18

Harriet Hound storytime & Superpup craft session When: Thursday December 18, 10.30am -11.30am Where: Rosetta Books, 30 Maple Street, Maleny Info: Join bestselling children’s author Kate Foster at Rosetta Books in this fun and crafty school holiday workshop for all ages. Cost $5 redeemable against one of Kate’s books. Book at www.rosettabooks. com.au DECEMBER 18

Roll-The-Dice adventure writing When: Thursday December 18, 12.30 -1.30pm Where: Rosetta Books, 30 Maple Street, Maleny Info: JJoin bestselling author Kate Foster at Rosetta Books in this super fun and interactive school holiday writing workshop for primary schoolaged children. Cost $5 redeemable against one of Kate’s books. Book at www. rosettabooks.com.au DECEMBER 18

Christmas star ornament craft When: Thursday December 18, 10.30am - 11.30am Where: Landsborough Museum, Maleny Street, Landsborough Info: Join us for a joyful crafting session where creativity meets holiday spirit! Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or just looking for a fun way to celebrate the season, this hands-on workshop invites you to design and decorate your own unique Christmas ornaments. Perfect for gifting, tree-trimming, or simply spreading cheer, this activity is suitable for all ages and skill levels. Materials provided. Come make memories—and a little holiday magic! SUBSCRIBE AT: WWW.GCNEWS.COM.AU

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Create your own beeswax Christmas candle When: Friday December 19, 10.30am - 11.30am Where: Landsborough Museum, Maleny Street, Landsborough Info: In this festive workshop, you’ll learn how to craft beautiful, handmade, rolled beeswax candles perfect for holiday décor or heartfelt gifts. Choose from a variety of colours, and embellishments to make your candle truly one-ofa-kind. Whether you’re crafting solo or with friends, this hands-on activity is sure to spark joy and light up your holidays. DECEMBER 19-21

‘Twas When: Friday December 19 Sunday December 21 Where: Maleny Playhouse, Maleny Showgrounds, Maleny Info: ‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a Mouse! Mouse absolutely does not want anything to do with Christmas, but through a magical adventure she may just change her mind. Tickets: events.sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au/event/33290950-a/ twas DECEMBER 20

Beerburrum Country Market When: Saturday December 20, 7am - 12.30pm Where: 7 Anzac Ave, Beerburrum Info: Visit our friendly community which hosts a multitude of crafts, arts, coffee, fresh fruit/vegies, eggs, card making, bacon/egg rolls, plants, honey and cottage industries before exploring the numerous Glass House Mountains trails from Beerburrum to Landsborough. DECEMBER 20

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Beerwah Community Carols When: Saturday December 20, 4pm Where: GPAC (Glasshouse Performing Arts Centre) Roberts Road, Beerwah Info: Hosted by the Glasshouse Country Baptist church. Followed by a free community sausage sizzle! Come and join us for some festive fun and sing a long Carols. Everyone welcome. Bring your family and friends! DECEMBER 20

Caboolture Christmas Carnival When: Saturday December 20, 4pm Where: Caboolture Showgrounds, 140 Beerburrum Rd , Caboolture Info: Join us for a familyfriendly event celebrating the holiday season in style. Event Highlights: Market Stalls, Delicious Food & Drinks, Fireworks Show, Exciting Rides, Santa. Bring your loved ones, enjoy the festivities, and create lasting memories at our Christmas Carnival. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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Christmas Lights Fundraiser at Pine Edge When: Saturday December 20, Sunday December 21 & Wednesday December 24, 6pm - 9.30pm Where: 7 Pine Edge Drive, Landsborough Info: Come and join in the Christmas festivities, create wonderful family memories all while raising money for Inclusive Kids. We will have a visit from Santa & the Grinch for Xmas photos as well as a snow machine, BBQ, fairy floss, popcorn, snow cones and a raffle. FYI we strongly suggest car pooling and parking streets away to avoid a very long commute down the street. DECEMBER 21

Peachester Community Christmas Party When: Sunday December 21, 6pm Where: Peachester Community Hall Info: The Peachester Hall Committee invites residents to the annual Community Christmas Party at the hall. Entry is FREE, and there will be food and drinks to purchase. Come along and meet your neighbours. DECEMBER 21

Kids Christmas Party Beerwah Hotel When: Sunday December 21, 12pm - 3pm Where: Beerwah Hotel, Beerwah Parade, Beerwah Info: Bring the little ones along for a fun-filled festive afternoon! What’s On: Face Painting, Christmas Ornament Decorating, Cookie Decorating, A anta! Special Visit from Santa! ly It’s the perfect family day out to get into the ookings Christmas spirit! Bookings essential – call 54944 0555

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Witta Community Carols by Candlelight When: Monday December 22, 7pm - 8pm Where: 295 Witta Road, Witta Info: What to bring: A candle or light, chair or rug, All Welcome! DECEMBER 23

Glasshouse Musos, Christmas Party “Open Mic night” When: Tuesday, December 23, 6 - 10pm Where: Beerwah Hotel Info: This will be a Musos with a difference. We’ll have some music trivia questions to create a bit of fun with all of it too. The Hotel have kindly come to the party with 4 x $50 Bistro Vouchers so guests can return ‘for a meal on them”! If anyone would like to add to the gifts please contact us. We’ll start a bit earlier and finish a bit later so a few more people can fit on the board! We had 100 people last year. Do join us this year! If you’d like to play, email us (whitickerm@ bigpond.com) to book yourself a spot. https://www.facebook. com/groups/musosclub/

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What is the BEST Christmas gift? Little ones nervously line up to tell Santa what they want for Christmas. School children openly tell parents what they want for Christmas after searching the internet. Adults of all ages dream of what would really make a wonderful Christmas for them. Yes, just check the internet, spend hours walking the shops and there is plenty of variety to help secure the “perfect gift” for the ones we love. There is plenty of advice about ageappropriateness, why this gift is so good, and at the right sale price now. But in twelve months’ time, does it still work, is it broken, has it lost its glamour? As the days before Christmas get less, getting the best gift to bring joy and happiness to someone creates a lot of stress. But what is the reason for this season of “silliness”, mad rushing around to get everything organized for Christmas….for what? Is it ‘good family times’, a break from the daily grind of work routines, a holiday away from home? Somewhere amongst the glitter and sales, the food and drink, the racing around, the real reason for the season of Christmas has faded away; that a very special baby arrived on earth in a little village called Bethlehem, the only son of God in heaven, placed in an animals’ feedbox of hay, his arrival announced to a group of tough shepherds looking after sheep. Why? “God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son Jesus, so that whoever believed in him, would not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16. This was God’s gift of love to the world – the BEST Christmas gift that we all can receive, one that never fades, wears out or gets broken! God’s BEST gift of love is for you, and it lasts for all time.

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It will happen on Christmas day, or maybe on Boxing day. “Nurse, I have his discomfort in my chest and I can’t swallow. Can you give me something to fix it?”” No, it is not a heart attack, but the product of too rapidly eating a well-prepared roast or turkey, now stuck in the oesophagus. The festivities are suddenly brought to a halt. While most of us get to be with family and friends, there are heroes who are rostered on to care for us on Christmas Day. Police, paramedics, the hospital emergency staff, the ward nursing teams, all have their part to play on this special day. The cut foot at the beach, the broken wrist trying the new skateboard, and other medical emergencies will be treated. The midwives and obstetricians on duty will ply their wonderful trade assisting with the arrival of new lives as on any other day. And the thought is not lost on the meaning of the day. That special birth of Jesus, the Son of God, was in an unlikely birthing suite. Yes, there would have been midwives available for this young mother home for the census in Bethlehem. Bethlehem Midwives have always been especially tolerant, skilled yet empathetic individuals. My daughter is one! I have worked beside midwives in around 800 births, many in rural GP settings. For them it is not an onerous situation coaching the arrival of new lives. The excitement always surfaces at that first breath, and the first cry. So, this Christmas, while you and I are celebrating the reason for the Christmas Story, take time to remember those who keep an eye out for our health and safety. And if for you the glove fits, accept our grateful thanks.

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Wise Men The story of the Wise Men is a story of mystery. Where did they come from? Somewhere in east of Judea. How many were there? Tradition says three, but we don’t really know. How did they know to follow the star? We’re not told, yet they must have been compelled by God. There is a bit of mystery around the wise men, but we do know with certainty that they came to pay homage to the new-born King, & then just as mysteriously they are gone. Matthew’s Gospel records that the wise men ended up in Jerusalem. This was the most logical place - the centre of Judaism - the temple of God and of course, the palace of Herod the king. They went to King Herod & asked their questions. “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him”. Matthew 2:2 But king Herod knew nothing about it. Amazingly, when Herod found out about the Messiah to be born, his decision was to try to kill Him. Unbelievable! You cannot stop God! You cannot stop His Messiah! Yet, Herod tried to kill Jesus, to stop God’s plan. That plan was that Jesus would grow to be a man who would live sinless life, then die in the place of the sinful people, and then rise victorious over death so that when we trust in Him we can have eternal life. Herod was supposed to be a wise man, but he was foolish. The wise men came seeking the Messiah so that they could worship Him. May we also be truly wise and come and worship our Lord and Saviour, Christ the King.

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In a world that often feels uncertain and divided, Christmas gently reminds us of the greatest certainty we have — that God stepped into our world, not to judge it, but to save it. John 1:14 says, “The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, full of grace and truth.” Grace that forgives, restores, and welcomes. Truth that anchors, guides, and never shifts. Here in the Glasshouse Country and Beerwah community, we know what it means to be surrounded by beauty — towering mountains, green fields, and the peaceful rhythm of small-town life. But even in the most beautiful places, hearts can feel heavy, lonely, or weary. That’s why Jesus came — not just to bring information, but transformation. Not just to enter the world, but to enter our world — our homes, our families, our stories. In a humble manger, grace and truth took on human form. Jesus didn’t come to make bad people good — He came to make broken people whole. He came for those who feel forgotten, for those struggling silently, for families needing hope, and for every heart longing for peace. This Christmas, whether you gather around a tree, a table, or simply stand in wonder at the hills around us, may you encounter the One who came to bring salvation, comfort, forgiveness, and hope — Jesus, the Saviour of the world. From our homes to yours, may His grace fill every heart, and may His truth light every path. Merry Christmas — and may Jesus, full of grace and truth, be your greatest gift this season.

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The Anglican Parish of Caloundra and Glasshouse Country Tom Hunton

Change the Christmas tune Whilst writing this, in an attempt to get in the Christmas spirit, I have a ‘Best ever Christmas tunes’ playlist playing in the background. You already know what’s on it. Christmas is immensely repetitive. Not just in terms of music - Every Christmas we spend time with the same people, dust off the same old decorations, consume the same foods and drinks and listen to the same Christmas songs regardless of whether they are really good or truly awful (Paul McCartney is playing right now.) But church can help us break the repetitive cycles. At Christmas we celebrate the birth of Jesus, but we also think about the path he walked after leaving that stable, a path towards Jerusalem along which he taught about the way to live and, through dying, opened a new way for us to experience God. If we listen to the message of Christmas then we might just be inspired to follow that path, to stop going around in circles, doing the same things and not seeing the world and your life in its full glory. We don’t have to do everything differently though - If you like a repetitive Christmas then don’t ever change that, eat the same food, listen to the same songs (except for that tuneless McCartney one of course.) Doing the same thing over and over gives Christmas some charm. But if, throughout the rest of the year, you’re doing the same old things that keep you from seeing how wonderful this life can be then maybe you need to be prepared to change. Rather than having the same old playlist going in your head, try to listen to the true message of Christmas this year and maybe hear a new tune over your life this new year.

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local Hinterland churches 2025 Christmas Service Times ANGLICAN CHURCH Caloundra St Andrew’s – 46 Upper Gay Tce, Kings Beach Christmas Eve – 5pm & 11:30pm Christmas Day – 9am Beerwah Mary MacKillop Centre – 160 Peachester Rd, Beerwah Christmas Day – 9am Mooloolah St Thomas’ – 31 Bray Rd, Mooloolah Valley Christmas Eve – 7pm

CATHOLIC CHURCH Christmas Eve Our Lady of the Rosary, Caloundra (Carols at 3.50pm) Mass 4.00pm, (Carols at

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Catholic Church Fr Joshua Whitehead

To be Christian in Australia today— especially in a semi-rural region like the Sunshine Coast Hinterland—is to recognise the presence of Christ arriving quietly into the ordinariness of our lives, just as He did that first Christmas night. In a culture that is often spiritually curious yet institutionally sceptical, Christmas reminds us that God chooses humble places and ordinary people to reveal extraordinary love. Here in the Hinterland, faith doesn’t shout; it shows itself in simple, human moments— the warmth of community gatherings, the generosity of neighbours, and the peace we glimpse in the beauty of creation. Christmas invites us to pause and rediscover Emmanuel—God-with-us—in the midst of our everyday rhythms. The rolling hills, the still mornings, and the distances between some households invites a slower, perhaps gentler discipleship. For Christians, this season becomes a reminder to reach out across those distances, building connection and belonging in a world where many feel isolated or unseen. Like the shepherds who journeyed through the night, we are called to draw near to the vulnerable, the lonely, and the searching. In a society where faith can seem outdated or optional, Christmas offers us a chance not to argue for Christianity but to embody its heart: joy, hospitality, gentleness, and hope. It is a time to welcome without agenda, to forgive generously, and to show a hope grounded not in wishful thinking but in the person of Jesus Christ—Light born into darkness. Ultimately, to be Christian in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland at Christmas is to believe that God is already at work in this place and in these people. Our task is simply to join Him: courageously and joyfully, becoming signs of His peace and bearers of His love in a world that still longs for both. Merry Christmas from Fr Josh and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Parish

6.50pm) Mass 7.00pm, (Carols at 9.50pm) Mass 10.00pm Caloundra West, Unity College (Carols at 3.50pm) Mass 4.00pm Christmas Day, December 25th Our Lady of the Rosary, Caloundra 7.30am & 9.30am Our Lady of the Way, Landsborough 7.00am Sacred Heart Church, Maleny Bl Frederic Ozanam, Currimundi 9.15am Our Lady of the Southern Cross, Little Mountain 10.30am

CHURCH ON THE RISE Beerwah 27 Beerwah Parade Carols & Christmas Service Sunday Dec 21st 6pm

Church On The Rise Maleny

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2nd & 4th Sundays 9am: 45 Cedar Street, Maleny www.caloundracatholicparish.net

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Calvary Christmas Eve at 6pm with Holy Communion Reed Steet, Glass House Mountains (next to RSL) Good Shepherd Witta 295 Witta Road Christmas Day: 7:30am service

MALENY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 12 Cedar St, Maleny Christmas service at 6pm on Christmas eve.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Landsborough A creative tellingof the Biblical Christmas

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The Range Church Montville

Ps Ivan Westbrook & Deb

Peter and Michelle Maher

Christmas a good story or something more? A certain old recluse lived deep in the mountains of Colorado. When he died, distant relatives came from the city to collect his valuables. Upon arriving, all they saw was an old shack with an outhouse beside it. In side the shack, next to the rock fireplace, was an old cooking pot and his mining equipment. A cracked table with a threelegged chair stood guard by a tiny window, and a kerosene lamp served as the centrepiece for the table. In the dark corner of the little room was a dilapidated cot with a threadbare bedroll on it. The relatives picked up some of the old relics and started to leave. As they were driving away, an old friend of the recluse, on his mule, flagged them down. “Do you mind if I help myself to what’s left in my friend’s cabin?” he asked. “Go right ahead, “they replied. After all, they thought, what inside that shack would be worth anything? The old friend entered the shack and walked directly over to the table. He reached under it and lifted one of the floorboards. He then proceeded to take out all the gold his friend had discovered over the past 53 years – enough to build a palace. The recluse died with only his friend knowing his true worth. As the friend looked out of the little window and watched the cloud of dust behind the relatives’ car disappear, he said, “They should have got to know him better.” We will never know the treasure of Baby Jesus in the manger unless we investigate it fully and get to know Jesus. Read the gospel of John. On behalf of Church on The Rise -Maleny, Debbie and I would like to wish you all a happy Christmas.

Hasn’t this year gone fast? It feels like we blinked and suddenly its Christmas again! In the rush of life, it’s easy to lose sight of how blessed we are. It’s easy to feel the pressure more than the wonder. But Christmas declares how blessed we are. God’s love is revealed in the Christmas message of John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” Christ is the greatest gift ever given. God didn’t express His love by writing a cheque and He didn’t throw a gift card at our brokenness. Instead, He gave something that cost Him dearly: His one and only Son. The amazing truth of Christmas is this: the One who knows you the most, is the One who loves you the most. God knows every detail of your life; the thoughts you hide, the fears you battle, the pain you never speak of and the mistakes you regret. Yet, He loves you completely. Before the world was formed, He chose you. He has loved you from the very beginning with unconditional love. Romans 5:8 says, “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” God didn’t wait for the world to “get its life together.” He loved first and gave Jesus freely as the perfect expression of His unconditional love. This is what the angels announced on the night Jesus was born… Good news of great joy for all people! A Saviour has come to bring peace, forgiveness, and a brand-new beginning. But like any gift, God’s love must be received. Imagine a beautifully wrapped gift with your name on it… But if you never open it, it remains untouched. This Christmas, don’t leave God’s gift unopened. Receive Jesus, the greatest gift of all, and experience the unconditional love and everlasting life He freely offers today.

CATHOLIC WEEKEND MASSES 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays 9am: Caloundra St, Landsborough

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BEERWAH CHURCH 27 Beerwah Parade Sundays 9.30am & Kids Church E: wecare@cotr.org.au W: churchontherise.org.au

MALENY CHURCH Maleny Sports Park, via Porter’s Lane Sundays 9.30am & Kids Church E: info@cotrmaleny.org

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Story. 20th December at 10.30am - 12pm. 27 Maleny Steet, Landsborough

THE RANGE CHURCH Christmas Eve, 3 pm. 152 Main Street Montville

UNITING CHURCH Blackall Range Uniting Church Christmas Eve Service Maleny 7.00pm Christmas Day Services Maleny 8.00am Montville 8 00am Palmwoods 9 00am Glasshouse Country Uniting Church 8.30am Christmas Day 25th December worship 29 Twin Peaks Drive, Beerwah

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Maleny Baptist Church Pastor Lester Kelly

Whatever it takes The question ‘how far would you go?’ is used often today. There are different lengths to how far people will go in life involvement. When I think of the Christmas story, the theme could be whatever it takes. The heart of the Christmas story is found in the gospel of John, chapter one verse fourteen, which says, the Word is God, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us here on earth. If we are going to experience a Great Christmas, there are truths to understand. Firstly, that God did something way beyond what man would do. He broke all the limits of communication. So, we could meet with Him. He took extreme action; God became flesh to live amongst us, seeing our needs, feeling our hurts and struggles. And then He implemented a rescue mission. Ultimately, He dies on a cross to pay the penalty for our sins on our behalf, giving us a great escape. He took whatever it takes action to come to this earth, to be still God and yet be man. Secondly, He communicated a whatever it takes message, a message full of grace and truth; don’t miss these extremes. You have sinned, full of truth; and yet He showed to us, at the same time, God’s grace, his unmerited, undeserved favour. Being far from perfect and struggling with sin, having fallen short of God’s standards, yet God loves us, and offers His gift of absolute forgiveness of sin, enabling us to enter back into a right relationship with Him. Within these extremes of absolute truth and grace, He reconciled the two and brought them together in His birth, death and His resurrection, so in that first Christmas the action He took was extreme and the message He brought, whatever it takes. Get ready for a whatever it takes Christmas.

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ROSETTA books is one of only four recipients in Queensland to receive a Penguin Children’s Bookseller Grant. The funding will help launch the Rainforest Readers Club in 2026 and transform the

store’s children’s section into a magical rainforest-themed space. Local artist Kate Kazony will create an immersive mural, complete with portals, native animals, and a giant ‘Reading Tree’.

The club will celebrate every child’s reading journey with milestones, rewards, and an animal-themed rating system, inspiring young adventurers to explore stories in a natureinspired wonderland.

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SAGITTARIUS

PISCES

GEMINI

VIRGO

NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21

FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20

MAY 21 – JUNE 21

AUGUST 24 – SEPTEMBER 22

When annual new moon in Sagittarius on 20 December turns a fresh page for your coming astrological year, maintain a wide-angle viewfinder and recommit to stepping out of your mental comfort zone and making each day an adventure from now on - which is, after all, your essential Sagittarian mission.

Fun, trouble, love and money: this week juggles them all. Everyone’s talking, but who’s listening. Are you? With more spin than substance in the current communication mix your call’s discernment: as in choosing worthwhile over wasteful, establishing fact from fabrication and separating wishful thinking from what’s practically possible. Good luck.

This week needs a concerted effort to direct thoughts, talk and action towards finding solutions rather than adding to the general pandemonium. Think twice (second nature for Geminis anyway) about buying sprees. Stick to a list. Keep receipts. Prioritize. Accept that some things just won’t get done.

Another verbally vivacious week with high accident ratings, widespread impatience and temper flares, so best select four letter words that are helpful, like calm, cool and chill. With only a few more sleeps to the main event, this week Mars offers a more helpful, objective, less stressy perspective.

CAPRICORN

ARIES

CANCER

LIBRA

DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 20

MARCH 21 – APRIL 20

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 23

As Capricorn Annie Lennox sang: Everybody’s looking for something, and this week’s difficult people need space and patience, the easier ones want acknowledgement and appreciation. Activator Mars arriving in your sign, the energizer planet’s happy place, stimulates your natural desire to do, be, and offer your best.

Listening rather than talking will get this week’s best results. If you feel like you’re caving in under holiday responsibilities and obligations, don’t make them a chore. Take the weight off. Lighten up. Mars has you pumped for taking care of festive details but keep it fun - obsessing will only get others offside.

From feisty new moon on 20 December onwards, Mars in your opposite cardinal sign on the astro-wheel is the red planet’s best energetic placement for last minute gift shopping. During which, refuse the frantic scramble, the mad rush and dash, by adopting your personal astrological speed: Cancerian cruise control.

This week wants results and progress, has zero patience with being kept waiting, could feel like a minefield of push and pressure. It calls for your most fabulous juggling act to balance its contradictory mix of arguments, goodwill, financial restrictions and excessive expectations, best done by clear, concise communicating.

AQUARIUS

TAURUS

LEO

SCORPIO

JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 18

APRIL 21 – MAY 20

JULY 23 – AUGUST 23

OCTOBER 24 – NOVEMBER 22

During annual seasonal mayhem, Mars in traditional, structured Capricorn calls for a compromise between honouring old traditions and inventing new ones, blending the best of the past with present necessities. Realistic appraisal, strategic planning and relentless self-awareness are your best friends this week. Plus, that keen eye for the unusual buy.

Now December’s in its major spin cycle, maintaining inner harmony is essential for dealing with this week’s seasonal rock ‘n rollercoaster. Mars moving from active to strategic recommends lessening pressure by choosing quality over quantity in everything, as in picking the best, forgetting the rest and saying no when necessary.

When this week’s summer solstice marks your planet ruler’s move into goalsetting mode, with an added stimulus package from activator Mars, it’s worth giving yourself the odd moment out of festive busyness to start thinking about what personal avenues of opportunity are exciting you most for the coming year.

This week’s astral lineup suggests not pushing too hard, moving too fast or spreading yourself too thin. With over-committed, potentially under-funded holiday schedules approaching burnout, zigzagging plans and arrangement alterations make this week prime time for interpersonal turbulence. Your magic password if it all gets too much? Enough.

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Viva la Cello tickets on sale now EARLY bird tickets are on sale now for Summer Concerts 2026 - Viva la Cello!, as Cello Dreaming announces its fourth Summer Concerts series at Eudlo Hall from January 16–18. The three-day program delivers intimate performances celebrating the cello’s expressive range, versatility and beauty, with guest artists from across Australia and overseas. Curated by a cellist for cello lovers, the regional series pairs innovation with bold programming, spanning traditional folk and contemporary originals, Baroque favourites alongside ﬁery tango, and a grand classical ﬁnale featuring international master cellists. The weekend also champions emerging Australian talent through the retreat’s performance program. Tickets range from $15–$45, with early bird pricing of $35 available until December 25. www.collections. humanitix.com/summerconcerts-2026.

Evocative new exhibition ‘On the Heights’ opens Step back in time and relive the glory of early Sunshine Coast climbers THROUGH the evocative power of early photography, a new exhibition, *On the Heights*, invites visitors to explore the world of Australia’s pioneering mountaineers. The free exhibition celebrates adventurers who transformed climbing into a cultural movement and takes viewers on a visual journey through an extraordinary period in Sunshine Coast history. Curated by climber and historian Michael Meadows, it draws on archival photographs, newspaper accounts, and personal collections from the early 1900s to 1930s. Among the stories featured are the Clarke Sisters (c.1912), who cycled from New Farm to Bankfoot House for a weekend of climbing, and Bert Armitage Salmon, whose photographs document the rise of social climbing in Queensland.

Other accounts, including those of the Dimes Sisters, highlight how women sought adventure and freedom atop the region’s peaks. Sunshine Coast Council’s Heritage Portfolio Councillor David Law said the exhibition is a meaningful tribute to the region’s history and landscape. “We acknowledge that past recreational climbing did not always respect the values of Jinibara and Kabi Kabi Peoples, for whom the Glass House Mountains hold deep spiritual and cultural meaning,” Cr Law said. On the Heights combines well-known stories with new research and rare items that bring these historical moments vividly to life Some peaks once climbed by early adventurers are now protected as culturally

Immerse yourself in the magic of Woodford Folk Festival WOODFORD Folk renowned indie artistry. Festival has unveiled Rising stars include the programme for its ARIA-winning Budjerah, 38th edition, inviting powerful Indigenous rapper festival-goers to immerse BARKAA and beloved themselves in six days of singer-songwriter Lior, participation, creativity, and with returning indie folk connection. favourites Hollow Coves. With more than 1,500 The bill also features KUČKA, opportunities to take part, Birdz and Fred Leone, San this year’s event positions Cisco, Briggs, Mama Kin Woodford as a place that Spender, Gordi, Beddy Rays, nurtures the creative spark and the incomparable C.W. in everyone. Stoneking. From December 27 2025, Woodfordia’s festival village will burst to life across 500 acres of regenerated farmland. Once again the space is set to transform into a thriving, temporary arts community for six vibrant days and nights. Photo: Sonia The 2025 music Isaacs line-up promises unforgettable moments. International guests span Electric Fields lead the continents, including South programme, the acclaimed Africa’s Msaki, Canadian duo who represented virtuoso Richard Wood, Australia at Eurovision Kenyan percussionist 2024 with their blend of Kasiva Matua, and Scottish electronic soul and Anangu trio Talisk. Beyond music, language. Country icon the Festival oﬀers bold Troy Cassar-Daley brings and diverse experiences: his 45 Golden Guitars, while daring triple-re trapeze three-time ARIA winner from The Stunned Mullets, Sarah Blasko oﬀers her traditional performance

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by Papua New Guinea’s Ambum Cultural Group, comedy punk duo Otto & Astrid, and comedians Oliver Clarke and Meg Jäger. Workshops, dance parties, circus skills, music camps, and a live-action teen game add to the immersive programme, while the Tinlids Children’s Festival features dirtgirlworld and a full schedule of creative activities. Around 100,000 people are expected to attend, with 25,000 camping or glamping under the stars. Options include Tent City and an upgraded bell-tent village from Pitch Luxury. The Festival culminates in traditional New Year’s Eve celebrations before continuing into January 1 for the Renewal Ceremony and the closing night. Festival Director Amanda Jackes said Woodford is “a village of play, curiosity and renewal”. Programme Manager Courtney Wild said audiences will “discover new sounds and new perspectives”. Tickets and payment plans are available at woodfordfolkfestival. com.

Climbers on one of the rocky ‘plinths’ on the eastern side of Mount Beerwah, GHM May 1932.

significant sites and closed for recreational climbing, reflecting our shared responsibility to honour these sacred places.” Visitors are reminded to respect First Nations Peoples’ wishes. Official park signage and websites indicate mountains

of spiritual signiﬁcance, and alternative routes should be considered. Climbing is inherently dangerous and should only be undertaken with proper preparation, equipment, and experience. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service guidelines and closures must be

followed. Bankfoot House:1998 Old Gympie Road, Glass House Mountains Landsborough Museum: 4 Maleny Street, Landsborough. Cost: Free. Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–3pm More info:www.heritage. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

UPCOMING EVENTS

On Now

Free Exhibition: On The Heights Explore climbing in the Glass House Mountains. Curated by Michael Meadows. Bankfoot House

7–23 Jan

School Holiday program Photography, Pioneer Play and free rock climbing wall. Various dates and times. Bankfoot House

6 Feb 10am

Landsborough Museum

Free Heritage Talk: Climbing in the Glass House Mountains Presented by Neil Halpin. Landsborough Museum

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