June 26, 2024

Kashmira and Lars Hansen and daughter Uma tend the garden with Hall Contracting CEO & Director, Cameron Hall. Sunshine Coast green thumbs and businesses have banded together to save the Nambour community garden from being decommissioned. Together they are sowing the seeds to create a bustling new community hub known as Nambour Grown. When Sunshine Coast residents Lars and Kashmira Hansen heard that the facility – located at the Nambour Showgrounds – was weeks away from closure last year due to lack of use and maintenance, they put the call out to the local community to join them in revitalising the space. “The garden had unfortunately fallen into disrepair, with the area overrun with weeds and the soil quality no longer ideal for growing vegetables and other plants,” Mr Hansen said. “Sunshine Coast Council and not-for-profit organisation ECOllaboration were the first to put their hand up to help, with council donating mulch and compost, and 12 conservation and ecosystem management trainees from ECOllaboration assisting us with weeding, stabilising the banks and rejuvenating the garden beds.” Mr Hansen said once the garden beds were ready for use and a committee of volunteers had been established to lead the initiative, Buderim business […]

Year 11 Geography students from Nambour’s St John’s College. Last week, Year 11 Geography students from St John’s College completed field work in Nambour CBD, focused on liveability and the urban features that make places sustainable. “Each year our students undertake a field analysis of the town’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as a survey of residents, as part of their studies,” said St John’s Senior Geography teacher, Michelle Gralike. “It is a really terrific opportunity for them to take a more analytical, creative and proactive approach to some of the challenges facing our town. “What is really gratifying is that we consistently receive positive feedback from residents who love the wonderful feeling of community in Nambour. “The students will now analyse the data collected about urban infrastructure in Nambour before proposing a strategy to address some challenges in Currie Street,” she said. “They will consider solutions around urban renewal, gentrification and urban consolidation. “While there are some complex and difficult issues to consider, I think we are always encouraged by how many solutions there are, and how many passionate people there are to push ahead in a positive way.”

From left, Garden Expo organiser Marion Beasley, Sconetime’s Martin Duncan and Tanya Outridge from the Sunshine Valley Gazette rolled up their sleeves for a successful event. Nambour’s town square was abuzz last Wednesday morning with the happy sounds of more than 100 guests enjoying Sconetime. Thanks to Sunshine Coast Foodie Martin Duncan and his troupe of volunteers, Nambour Chamber of Commerce and Sunshine Coast Council, the CBD was transformed into a colourful garden party, complete with bunting and decorative daisies from last year’s Expo. Guests enjoyed the delicious scones, jam and cream, which were baked fresh that morning to Martin’s own recipe by Bec and Sally of Simplee Sweets on Buderim, as well as tea and coffee supplied by Montville Coffee. Wonderful live music was provided by Marty Hunt–LNP for Nicklin, Andrea Kirwin and Imogen Outridge. “I was thrilled to see the CBD looking spectacular, on what turned out to be a perfect winter’s day,” Martin said. “Sconetime is always a special event, but it was fantastic that this one was themed to celebrate the upcoming QLD Garden Expo, which will run over 4 days, and bring thousands of visitors into town. “I would like to thank my wonderful volunteers,

“Community is at the heart of every decision made in this Budget,” Mayor Natoli said. Sunshine Coast Council has handed down its 2024-25 Budget that it says promises to “make a difference to people’s daily lives”. Council says the Budget prepares the region for growth and a bright future, while providing a renewed focus on supporting the community now. Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the Budget included benefits for everyone. “Community is at the heart of every decision made in this Budget,” Mayor Natoli said. “We are putting community first, with a focus on community spaces, parklands and infrastructure for all. “We’re improving transport, roads, pathways and community facilities, ensuring smoother travel and better sports and community spaces. “Our residents will be supported thanks to increased pensioner rates concessions, initiatives for housing and family violence prevention and programs to shape a healthy, connected community. “We’ve also made changes to our rate charges, to ensure fairness despite the State’s increased property valuations. “Our local businesses and our economy are being supported with a capital works program that is creating jobs. “Our environment is also front and centre with projects and programs that protect our habitat, rejuvenate our ecosystems and restore

Police believe the attacker was under the influence of substances and behaving erratically. They are working diligently to locate the suspect, who is considered dangerous. A 39-year-old man from the Gympie region was  fighting for his life after a vicious attack at the bus interchange outside Nambour train station on Sunday afternoon, June 23.  The man, who was repeatedly stomped on, sustained severe head injuries and is in critical condition at Sunshine Coast University Hospital. A 33-year-old Maroochydore man also suffered injuries, including lost teeth. The attacker, described as a man in his early 20s, about 175cm tall, with a proportionate build, wearing a dark hoodie and black cap, remains at large. Police have issued a public appeal for witnesses, especially those with mobile phone footage, to help identify him. James William, 33, from Caloundra, told the Courier-Mail about his encounter with the attacker. William, an MMA fighter, was at the bus station with his pregnant partner when the assailant, “drug crazed and going ballistic,” began asking people about missing drugs. William intervened, only to be punched in the mouth, losing two teeth. “I got him to the ground and choked him out, then put him in the recovery position,”