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...]
Queensland Rail and Translink Travel Concerns from Beerwah – Case #1
It's quicker to cycle from Beerwah to Caboolture than it is to travel with Queensland Rail or Translink What is most concerning about this truth is that Public transport from Beerwah using Queensland Rail or Translink is woefully inadequate when at 4pm on any weekday it's evidently quicker to cycle from Beerwah to Caboolture than it is to wait for the next train or bus service after 3:49pm … [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...]
Are you interested in Art Lessons? or Who is Gundars Eglentals?
Gundars is a local Artist who is responsible for an array of painting in the Hinterland, and I've persuaded him to do a series of Art Lessons at my home in Beerwah. We would want about 6 - 10 people and the cost would depend on the numbers who are interested. Art Lessons might run for 6 to 8 weeks. Topics might include sketching, drawing and painting, landscape and portrait, lessons would … [Read More...]
Parkrun is for everyone
parkrun is a free five-kilometre timed run every Saturday morning in a local park run by volunteers and open to anyone. The key to parkrun’s success is the timing technology. Runners register online and then print a barcode which is scanned at the end of each run and matched with the runner’s finishing time. All the results are posted online by midday so runners can compare their performance with … [Read More...]
Question: Why do the Locals go to Pasta d’Vine to eat?
A delightful video explaining why locals in Beerwah and in the Hinterland enjoy eating at Pasta d'Vine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkD64COJA7w Please share your thoughts about Pasta d'Vine … [Read More...]
Meet the Locals: Barbara and Ken
Ken What do you like about Beerwah, Ken: Everything, pause, Community, they are all friendly and nice, pause, and it's Growing!, isn't it? ... and we got a good Church. Where did you grow up? Ken: England it the Early 20's (1920's) I've been here since 1949, ... and I'm 88 now .. ha ha. What advice would you give to the next generation. Ken: Don't be frightened of work, ... repeat Don't be … [Read More...]
Photos: Shine Arts Evenings at the Christian College (a few photos)
The Shine Arts Evening at the Christian College have been a blast of talent. These are only a few of the excerpts I managed to take. There are three live stages and the library and the Arts Rooms were jam packed with exhibits so there was simply too much to capture all at once. Below are a few photos I manage to take. - Enjoy. There were many more displays, however these … [Read More...]
Band: The Back Alley Catz
The Back Alley Catz The Back Alley Cats band consists of 4 Talented Local Musicians with a passion for performing and entertaining audiences. With Lead Vocalist, Lead Guitarist, Drummer & Double Bass we can play the covers of the original and most popular era of music - rock n roll. Covering all the well known favourites including Johnny Cash, Elvis, Fats Domino, Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent, … [Read More...]
Question: Where is the Best Meat in Beerwah and the Sunshine Coast?
A difficult question to ask publicly because we understand that not everyone enjoys meat and my respect to those who choose not to eat meat. Where is the absolute best place to buy meat? Where is the cheapest place to buy meat? Where is the best quality beaf to be found? This is the first of the Where is Questions: we will be asking over the next few weeks. I am looking for … [Read More...]
Hinterland Body and Soul
Hinterland Body and Soul is a Massage and Beauty Therapy business that has been in Beerwah since May 2010. We are a mother and daughter business who offer a warm and welcoming environment while also providing a professional and pampering experience. Our aim is to provide a warm and friendly, old fashion service with customer satisfaction as a priority. FULL TIME THERAPIST, JEN will relax and … [Read More...]
Meet the Local: Damian Collins living an Adventure Unearthed
Occasionally opportunity comes along which when it does you know that you simply can't afford to let it pass without giving it a fair go. Damian Collins is one of those people to whom fantastic opportunities come more often than others. Having recently returned from Kona, Hawaii from the Ironman World Championships where he placed 4th in the world in the under 24 category. I am hoping our local … [Read More...]
Shout Out: In support of a Local Business or Person
This is your opportunity to 'Shout Out' in support of a Local Business, Person, Sports Club, Event or Cause. I will do my best to amplify your shouts on our local community website, using email, electronic newsletter, twitter and Facebook. You can write you own article and email me, your article will be published on this website, and will go out in Twitter, Facebook and in the … [Read More...]
Beerwah’s Cuppie House Builder
With a distinct Father Christmas appearance of a white beard plus 40 grand-children and great-grand-children, its no wonder Carl Neve of Beerwah has chosen cubby houses as his final vocation in life. Builders Carl and brother Dennis, ably assisted by Carl’s daughter Mrs Cindy Michels (administration) run Glasshouse Country Enterprises at the corner of Steve Irwin Way and Back Creek Road, where … [Read More...]
A cycle around Ewen Maddock Dam in Mooloolah
For the Sports Enthusiasts amoung us, watch these guys take a spin around Ewen Maddock Dam in Mooloolah on their mountain bikes. Ewen Maddock Dam is one of the hinterlands best kept secrets. In summer it's a great place to swim across the lake. I know of a few crazy folk who swim across in the moon light. … [Read More...]
Why this Local Appreciates ALDI in Beerwah
When the prospect of Aldi hit the town of Beerwah I think everybody was wondering why we needed another grocery store when we already had IGA and Woolworths. Why I appreciate ALDI The staff at Aldi are always polite, friendly and helpful. Aldi do sell gluten-free bread which is reasonably priced and from time to time Aldi will have specials on gluten-free products and range a whole … [Read More...]
Beerwah Coochin Creek Fruitgrowers Co-Op Association
COOCHIN CREEK FRUITGROWERS CO-OPERATIVE The Coochin Creek Fruitgrowers Co-operative was established in Beerwah in 1936 at the local railhead as a produce loading and merchandise supply centre for the local fruit and vegetable growers. Since those days the Co-op has grown and expanded into the large scale retail outlet that it is today. From its humble beginnings, founded by 19 farmers, the Co-op … [Read More...]