Goodbye (and Hello IGA Beerwah) The shopping shelves are almost slowly emptying at the Beerwah IGA on Simpson Street and I can only guess it's in preparation for the imminent move into the new Beerwah Shopping Complex, (new Woolies Complex). Our man on the street Ben Lettres send me this message on the 5th or September: "Hey guys thought I would let You know that I have seen an IGA truck … [Read More...]
Redundancy can be good
Here at Sandy Creek Organic Farm we follow nature. We observe how nature works and we learn from it. One of the lessons we have picked up by observation is the value of redundancy. Nature produces more than is needed, to allow for losses. We plant more than we need for our boxes and for the market. We do this because we feel it increases the reliability of our output. A lot of farming … [Read More...]
Montville Mist Springwater August Newsletter
A message from Montville Mist Springwater We hope you are keeping well and enjoying the cool change. We love having the fire burning and seeing the change of colours all around us during the winter. Many people aren't aware that the body needs as many fluids when the weather is cold as when it is warm. Of course extra during and after exercise is always recommended. Not drinking enough water … [Read More...]
Beerwah Charity Sports and Spring Carnival on the 22nd August 2009
The Beerwah Charity Sports and Spring Carnival will be held on 22nd August 2009 Horse Events * Ute Muster * Athletics & Novelties * Vintage Vehicles & Engines * Luncheon Stall * Licensed Bar * Super Strawberry * Photography * Treasure Shed * Produce, Plants & Home Cooking * Market Stalls & Displays * Dog Ute Jumping * Fashion Parade * Musical Entertainment * Sample bags * Rides … [Read More...]
The Advantage of a Glasshouse Country Community Website and Newletter
'The Advantage of a Website Easily Contribute News Events and Information. Up to the minute news. Access to past editions articles. Comments and Feedback or "talk back". Video of News and Events Voting and Election The Advantage of an Electronic Newsletter I personally like the idea of receiving a a well presented, easy to read newsletter, especially ones which are not trying to … [Read More...]
Photos and Video from the 2nd Glasshouse Country Kids Triathlon
If enjoyment and satisfaction are the measure of success then the second Glasshouse Country Kids Triathlon held at the Beerwah Swiming Pool on Saturday Morning the 24th of November 2012 was huge and runaway success. About 30 kids turned up a the Pool at about 6:30 AM, and signed up for the event, The event was free, although participants were required to pay pool entry costs. After a brief … [Read More...]
Meet a Local: Teghan Priori from Teghans Dance Club
Meet Teghan from Peachester who is doing some great things in the Performing Arts in Peachester and in the Glass House Mountains, Teghan runs a local and popular Dance Club and her original goal was to give boys interested in dance and hip hop a fun environment to learn dance without the hassle of dancing with the girls! Teghans Dance Club has grown popular, and she has expanded by continuing to … [Read More...]
Thoughts about Paris and Community
Everyone knows we are about 'Community' so after the strike on Paris I wrote a few supportive posts about the tragedy and chose to delete them before anyone had a chance to read their message. I wanted to promote action and the Posts were about the 'ineffectiveness' of updating one's Facebook Status and then expecting things to change somewhere on the other side of the world. - it's not going to … [Read More...]
Meet Handyman Ian Mckee: Works like a Bee charges like a Flea
Who can fix and improve your Property? Ian the Handyman can! Ian charges $200 a day for building and maintenance work and I can guarantee you will get your moneys worth from Ian because 'word of mouth' is always the best reference and I am pleased to say I have always been happy with Ian's work for me. You will find him to be friendly and helpful and good at his job. I love that Ian turns up … [Read More...]
Meet the Shopkeeper: Jody and Ken Bannister from Kwerky Cafe in Beerwah
The Glasshouse Country is a better place because of people like Jody and Ken Bannister who yesterday opened the doors to their newly established Kwerky Cafe in Simpson Street in Beerwah yesterday the 15th October 2014. Kwerky Cafe offer a unique blend of carefully selected coffee blends and cake as well as a wider range of gelato, they also have alfresco tables and chairs conveniently located on … [Read More...]
Beerwah Charity Sports & Spring Carnival: August 22, 2015
August 22 is the date for the Beerwah Charity Sports & Spring Carnival which is being held once again at Beerwah Sportsground to benefit Cancer Council Qld. Admission only $2. We are offering a fun, family oriented day with rides, Animal Nursery, face painting and clowns. Andino the Magician will amaze and delight us all. The crew from Smile Hoops will be there to entertain and exercise. … [Read More...]
Meet the Butcher: Kris Allen your local IGA Meat Manager
Meet the local IGA Butcher Kris Allen who comes from a family with a strong history of retail service. Following in his siblings footsteps Kris started his career 15 years ago at IGA Mooloolah and after gaining store experience, at 17 he was offered a butchers apprenticeship at the IGA Kris remained a IGA Mooloolah until 2009, and when he then moved to the IGA at Evans Head in New South … [Read More...]
Locals get Computer Savvy at Morris House
Computer classes currently held at Morris House in Landsborough have been a hit for community group volunteers and other local residents. Skills for getting the best out of the computer through the internet have been shared through this interactive course. Volunteer computer teacher, Greg Kesby, said these classes are hosted by the community for the community. “We have encouraged people to … [Read More...]
Mark McArdle suggests a change to the Intersection of Old Gympie and Peachester Roads
Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle has called on the Beerwah community to band together to put the spotlight on a dangerous intersection bordering one of the area’s prominent primary schools. Last week Mr McArdle met with concerned residents at the intersection of Old Gympie Rd/Peachester Rd, out the front of Beerwah State School. “There is no school crossing or a set of traffic lights … [Read More...]
Identical Twins Bird Rescuers
Identical Twins bird rescuers, 300 White capped noddies have been rescued from Lady Elliott Island. They're now in the care of twin bird rescuers in Beerwah who need the publics help to send the chicks back home. … [Read More...]
Mooloolah Performing Our Arts Off – this SUNDAY 17th November
Mooloolah Performing Our Arts Off from 2-6pm, Sunday 17th November KENNY’S @ MOOLOOLAH Come along for some light-hearted fun at Kennys in Mooloolah. Exposing emerging and established local performers: musicians, song writers, singers, dancers, comedians, poets and more! All ages welcome. FEATURING: Boogie Downes Collective Book to secure your stage spot or get up on the day. SEE FLYER … [Read More...]
