What do you like about Beerwah, or its adjoining centres for that matter, but this article is about Beerwah, and particularly what it was like in 1937 when I first knew it. The writer has been asked by Roland and Lydia Munyard to contribute this article for his website named Beerwah. Although I do not now know many of you personally, you will know me because the new bridge over Coochin Creek … [Read More...]
Where is the Glasshouse Country?
The Glasshouse Country is a term used to describe the towns and landscape situated in and around the Glasshouse Mountains of Queensland Australia. The Glasshouse Country towns include not only the railway towns of Beerburrum, Beerwah, Glasshouse Mountains, Landsborough and Mooloolah, which developed only the Cobb & Co in the late 1800's, but also includes the Towns of Peachester and Maleny … [Read More...]
The Strangest Dreamers
Formed late last year (2011) on the Sunshine Coast, the Strangest Dreamers debuted at the Woodford Folk Festival with their EP Sleepwalking in Dec 2011. Then they travelled to Wollongong in January 2012 for the Illawarra Folk Festival, where they presented not only their own original material but an all-new Leadbelly tribute event, Black Betty rides the Midnight Special, performed to an … [Read More...]
Minimalism: Much more to life than just buying stuff
I'm a huge fan of Joshua Becker who inspires people to find happiness living with less. He explains how People won't find happiness with things, and how by pursuing a more simplistic life we are able to achieve more and be better people. I am an avid reader of his website and emails and I am sure you will find his website an amazing and helpful source of encouragement . … [Read More...]
The Beerwah Street Party Photos 2015
I would like to share how thrilled I was with the Smile I saw on Beerwah's Face last night at the Celebrate Beerwah Street Party 2015. The entire town grinned with delight and there was no doubt in the minds of all the visitors I spoke with that the Celebrate Beerwah Street Party should become a permanent regular fixture on the Beerwah and Glasshouse Country Calendar. It was an amazing evening … [Read More...]
Kwerky Cafe
Enjoy a unique blend of carefully selected coffee blends and cake as well at Kwerky's, where they offer a wide range of gelato. You can choose to sit inside or outside at their alfresco tables and chairs conveniently located on the sidewalk. Kwerky Cafe - alfresco tables and chairs conveniently located on the sidewalk. Inside Kwerky Cafe Kwerky Cafe Shop 2, 50 Simpson Street Beerwah, … [Read More...]
Local Attraction: The Beerwah Waterhole alias “The Washing Machine”
The Beerwah Waterhole is one of my favourite relaxing spots in Beerwah, known by locals as the "whirlpool" or the "washing machine" this venue offers a relaxing afternoon walk with the sounds and sights common along local creeks in this region. The Coochin Creek flows from from the Peachester Basin, under Old Gympie Road,near the Walton Bridge and skirts past Beerwah State High … [Read More...]
Work and Life: Planning and Growing a Home Based Business
Work and Life: Planning and Growing a Home Based Business A new Queensland government assistance program is available for home-based businesses established by stay-at-home parents, and Edgeware is proud to offer a program of intensive training and coaching towards the development of our well-regarded One Page Business Plan. Grants cover the cost of developing a business plan, followed by … [Read More...]
The first ‘VIANTA at Night’ Evening
The first 'VIANTA at Night' evening was a resounding success tonight. The artists performing tonight were Carly Buchanan and Aaron West, who played to the delight of the audience but in ways which did not interrupt the table talk and the dining and wining (fyi - this is BYO restaurant). There menu was both exotic and affordable. We will definitely be going back and for those interested in … [Read More...]
Puzzle 00: What is really Important?
What is really important? We live in a town with three big schools, and a number of kindergartens, our community which has been flagged as "growth area", our shopkeepers all want us to "shop local", our Government wants us to hand over all power and "trust them" while they protect us from danger, 15000 km away from an enemy I only heard of 3 weeks ago. (you guessed right, I don't focus on … [Read More...]
Weight Watchers in Maleny
Where: Maleny Grove Clubhouse, 9 Palm Street, Maleny, Queensland, 4552, Australia Cost: Various Options Website: http://weightwatchers.com.au/ Call: Sarah Payne on 0409364801 Email: Sarah Payne: spayne@weightwatchers.com.au Weight Watchers is the number 1 weight loss company in Australia, helping thousands of members overcome obesity every week. Due to popular demand Weight Watchers in … [Read More...]
The Healthy Guru Beerwah
The Healthy Guru in Beerwah: Living a healthy lifestyle is a choice, at The Healthy Guru we understand that choice can lead to more vitality in your life. Our philosophy and services will assist you in your endeavour to nourish your mind body and soul on all levels. It's is our philosophy to offer you the best quality products and services for all your health and wellness needs. Recently … [Read More...]
Question: Where do you shop? ALDI, IGA, Woolworths, Coles or CostCo?
What is your shopping preference? ALDI, IGA, Woolworths, Coles or CostCo? Each of these companies have the resources to understand why shoppers choose their products, but do you know or understand why you choose their products? You and I, the average shopper, is less likely to understand why we choose to shop at these stores, in most cases it's based on price or convenience or the apparent … [Read More...]
Beerwah Street Party Photos 2014
Photos of "The Beerwah Street Party" which was an acclaimed success, with many locals and shopkeepers suggesting that we make this a more regular event. If you would like to share photos of your own with us on this website please email them to roland@glasshousecountry.com and I will add them to this collection. Please comment below to let us know if you enjoyed the community get together and if … [Read More...]
Bella Grace Early Learning Center
Bella Grace Early Learning Centre is a day care centre situated in Roberts Road, Beerwah near the Glasshouse Country Christian College and Beerwah State High School. The situation is perfect near all locations in Beerwah including the new Beerwah bypass and the Beerwah estates which are being established quite close to the centre of Beerwah. They cater for the care of children as young as 6 weeks … [Read More...]
A Tribute to Victor Donald Smith: A Pioneer of Beerwah – RIP
On this day 33 years ago a Pioneer of Beerwah passed away. His name was Victor Donald Smith. His was a vital part of Beerwah's history and contributed to Beerwah's growth and prosperity. Missed by the grandchildren of this man, Kathleen Evan (Smith) & Diane Paes (Smith). Never forgotten, Always Loved. R.I.P. Pop Smith 02-01-1901 - 21-07-1982 The attached newspaper clipping reads as … [Read More...]