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...]
2013 St Vinnies (Caloundra) Christmas Appeal – Local Appeal
St Vinnies Caloundra Xmas appeal launched Local residents are being asked to dig deep as St Vincent de Paul Caloundra branch today launched their annual Christmas appeal. Now in its fourth year, St Vinnie’s are seeking donations of money and non-perishable food items so people in need can receive a Christmas hamper this year. Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle is backing the campaign again this … [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...]
Meet the Trade: Scott Mountain from Mountain Auto Electrics in Beerwah
Scotts' ability to diagnose and repair almost anything mechanical, has won him a loyal following of regular customers, from Beerwah and the surrounding region. It’s both a tribute to Scott, and also common knowledge amongst the trade, that if you have a ‘tricky and complex‘ mechanical or air conditioning problem, then Scott’s probably the man mostly likely to help you solve it. Scott’s a … [Read More...]
Photos in and around Beerwah 2008
A Selection of Photos in and around Beerwah 2008 … [Read More...]
Glasshouse Tractors
Glasshouse Tractors is a family owned business and has been established in the Glasshouse area since 2004. Specialising in the sales and service of new and used machinery, we are bound to have something for your farming or small block requirements. … [Read More...]
The Sign of the Fish – We love Maleny Dairies
Maleny Dairies in Queensland use the sign of a fish on their product labels as a way of waving the flag for God because of what God has done for their business. Their business is doing very well and they give thanks to God for their success. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCfAZSduuKU Maleny Dairies have done a great job supporting Community and adding value to our daily lives. If they … [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...]
Sports Clubs
Sports Clubs in the Glasshouse Country Towns Ngun Ngun Triathlon Club see Peter Thorpe Glass House Country Bowls Club 10 Coonowrin Road, Glass House Mountains 5439 0408 Glass House Districts Cricket Club Inc 5494 6258 Tibros Netball Club at Glass House Mountains Sports Club, Steve Irwin Way, Glass House Mountains, 5494 8166 Beerwah & Glass House United S. C. Glasshouse … [Read More...]
Census Information about the Sunshine Coast Community
Sunshine Coast Council has made it easy to find and understand census data specific to the Sunshine Coast using Community Profile. Sunshine Coast Community Profile is a free online tool available on council’s website that provides data about Sunshine Coast activity centres and 44 localities. Regional Planning Portfolio Councillor Russell Green said the data provides valuable facts and … [Read More...]
Photos: QCWA Kids Market for Kids September 2015
There is much more to the CWA Kids for Kids Market than what at first meets the eye. I was altogether impressed by the variety and range of what was produced the children and their families and by the idea that a pleasant part of a Saturday morning could be spent engaging with our local youth and community in a supportive way. If you would like to find out more about the Kids for Kids … [Read More...]
A delightful family home movie portraying life in a Peachester home circa 1984
An iconic and delightful "Home Movie" which portrays "Family Life" in Peachester Home in the mid 80's, This video also marks the start of the Local History section of our website so if you have any local news or history to contribute, please send in your contributions. Everything from the dog barking at the lawn mower to nothing worth watching on television tonight. ( it seems as though … [Read More...]
Portrait of a Small Town
This page was originally written in 2004 and was part of the old http://www.glasshousecountry.com website , I've keep it on Beerwah.com for sentimental reasons. A recent (2004) collection of photographs. I would like to add some historic photos, If you have any historical images to contribute please Contact me. This mural is on the public toliets in beerwah, Beerwah is situated on the … [Read More...]
Glass House Mountains
Glass House Mountains is a Sunshine Coast hinterland town, located in South-East Queensland, Australia. Being approximately 70 kiometres north of Brisbane, in the Caloundra City shire, it feels curiously isolated, though it is not far from anywhere you care to mention. Locals know the town simply as ‘Glasshouse’. … [Read More...]
Will Beerwah get a Reject Shop? or King Kong Sales? Gone Bonkers? or One? Both? None?
I heard that two discount stores are coming to Beerwah. Which will it be? the Reject Shop?, King Kong Sales? or Gone Bonkers? or all three? or none at all?, and if one, two or three discount stores were to come to Beerwah where would they be located? at the new Shopping Complex? or at the old IGA location? (or both locations) or at the land being prepared next to ALDI? I was doing … [Read More...]
Inclusive Living Program: Community Van for Hire
Do you require a comfortable, reliable, modern and spacious vehicle to transport multiple passengers including a person in a wheelchair? IFYS have on offer a 2011 Volkswagen Transporter for members of the community to hire at a competitive rate. Key Features: 5 seater (inc. driver) and wheelchair accessible van Automatic transmission 24/7 Roadside assist Air conditioning Hydraulic … [Read More...]
In Support of Maleny Dairies
I think for me, the most important and encouraging thing I get from this incredible message from Maleny Dairies is that change for the better is indeed possible. It is unlikely to come from any Government or corporation, rather it will come from ordinary people who see a need for something to be done and going out and getting it done. I've heard it said that when we take our business away from a … [Read More...]