Eumundi Voice Magazine
Fortnightly local views and news
Eumundi Voice is a free, fortnightly 32-36 page colour magazine with up to 4,500 copies published and delivered to letterboxes and community distribution points across Eumundi and surrounds.
Published by Eumundi Rotary Initiatives Ltd trading as Eumundi Voice, the magazine is a true community publication offering what’s on, what’s new in town, council and police reports, environment, youth, sport, heritage, travel and more. Find out about local businesses who provide our community with a wide range of products and services so you can ‘buy local and support local’.
100% of surplus funds, after production and overhead costs are deducted, are given back as donations to charities within our community to support worthwhile projects and activities.
A dedicated team of volunteers deliver Eumundi Voice every second Thursday in Eumundi and further afield to Verrierdale, Doonan, Belli Park, Kenilworth, Eerwah Vale, North Arm, Cooroy, Kin Kin, Yandina, Pomona and Noosa.
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100% of surplus funds, after production and overhead costs are deducted, are given back as donations to charities within our community to support worthwhile projects and activities.
September is historically the month with the highest bushfire danger in SE Qld. 2019 became known as Australia’s Black Summer and the Sunshine Coast was not immune.
Fire broke out at Peregian on 9 September and required more than 100 fire crews to bring it under control. More than 7,000 residents fled their homes. Miraculously, only 1 house was destroyed. In November, bushfires at Cooroibah and Noosa North Shore caused the evacuation of 6,000 residents and 1 home was lost. In mid-December, Peregian Springs and surrounding areas on the Sunshine Coast came under threat for the second time in a couple of months. About 100 firefighters and 5 water-bombing aircraft worked on the fire. Although 60 homes were evacuated, none were lost.
By the time the bushfire season officially ended in late January 2020, more than 35,000 Qld Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) personnel had fought bush fires, which burned an estimated 6.6M ha and destroyed 49 houses, 68 sheds and 5 commercial buildings. The Insurance Council of Australia estimated the insurance loss for the 2019–20 Australian bushfire season as of 28 May 2020 was AU$2.32B, of which Qld represented 3%.
Information on bushfire preparedness kits and survival plans can be found at: fire.qld.gov.au. ... See MoreSee Less
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Landowners directly affected by a proposed 33.78 ha Industry Zone between Ferrels Rd and Holts Rd, Cooroy, met with State Member for Nicklin Marty Hunt MP on 19 August.
Much of the concern expressed was about the short time residents were given to make themselves aware of all the issues and to have their say. Noosa Council has since extended the submission date by 10 business days to 20 September.
One resident commented, “They have known about this for a very long time; why were we not given more time?” Another expressed concern saying, “It is going to affect the whole town. If this is not handled well, it will change Cooroy significantly – especially the traffic.”
When the impact on the environment was discussed, the main concern was the water quality of Lake McDonald. This issue stopped a previous application in the same catchment.
Noosa Council has supplied lists of possible uses for each of the precincts within the Industry Zones and precincts on the site. These can be confusing because the 3 different parcels have some similar and some different possibilities which as a resident described, “range from possibly acceptable to activities totally unsuitable for a town with high environmental expectations founded on years of hard work by previous councils and generations of shire residents”.
To have your say before 20 September visit: t.ly/4KUok. ... See MoreSee Less
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The main Street of Cooroy closed for the 100yr celebrations on 22 August, showcasing many aspects of the Cooroy community.
The theme for the day – Travelling Through Time – paid tribute to the visionary locals, who following WWI imagined a dedicated community space. They created a haven where returned soldiers could gather, where the township could come together to honour those who never made it home, and where, after years of war, people could once again enjoy moments of fun and fellowship.
We journeyed through the rich history of the beloved hall, learning about its growth, the challenges it has faced, and the incredible persistence of the dedicated people who fought to keep it in community hands. Decades of diverse hall memories were brought to life through vibrant dancers, historic fashion parades, live music, inspiring presentations and song. Adding to the nostalgic atmosphere, the Sunshine Coast Antique Car Club put on a magnificent display of vintage vehicles.
This event left no doubt about the deep love Cooroy residents hold for their historic Cooroy Memorial Hall. It stands as a proud reminder of our shared past and a reassuring promise that future generations will continue to cherish and protect it. ... See MoreSee Less
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