Sunshine Coast Hinterland Times

Vivid Imagination Creates Works of Fantasy

Rebecca Berrett has a beautiful approach to her art. She has an amazing ability to draw and this is clearly demonstrated in her detailed botanical studies, but she also has a vivid imagination which is shown in her captivating fantasy works including roller-blading sheep, future fish and a seafaring tortoise. She has been published as [...]

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Financial Matters: ES & A Finance answering your questions

ellenandco-questions1Question I am a 36 year-old married man with two kids under 8 and my wife works one day a week. I recently took a job that involves me living away from home although I am away for two weeks and then home for two. My income has increased by nearly 100 per cent but I [...]

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Unlock your child’s learning potential

Maddison hated maths and was incredibly shy. This year 4 student needed help and fast.  Through word of mouth she started an 8 week personal program at Curious Kids Can.   Now, halfway through her second program with Personal Mentor Elissa Seib, Maddison has received a maths achievement award for obtaining 93% in her maths tests [...]

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Thoroughbreds on the Range

David and Pam Courtice are taking a deep breath, and as David says, putting their toes in the water with their new  investment in the thoroughbred horse industry. A few days ago they successfully ushered in the birth of their first foal of the season.  “Prestige” was born to a fully imported warm blood Argentinus mare [...]

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New Natural Therapy producing amazing results

“When the frequency of our Energy Field is in complete harmony with the frequency of the Universal Energy Field we experience a state of Optimal Wellness” Ingrid Johansson Electro-Crystal Therapy (ElecCT) is at the forefront of the latest in both technological and scientific development.  It combines natural techniques to work with the body instead of against it. [...]

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Studio Hair offers Teenagers Skin and Hair Care Classes

One of the new initiatives of Studio Hair Salon in Palmwoods is to teach our teens the skills of personal hair and skin care. Robyn Robertson, owner of Studio Hair has been in the Hair and Beauty Industry for over 25 years and has had lots of opportunities over many years to pass on her knowledge [...]

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Woombye’s Creme de la Creme

Dispelling the belief that the best restaurants are always located on the tourist coastal strips, the charming hinterland restaurant, The French Room again took out the 2008 awards for Best Chef-Owner as well as the coveted Best Fine Dining award at Restaurant and Catering Queensland ‘Awards for Excellence’ ceremony last month.   French trained master Chef, [...]

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A paradise for Chocoholics now at Mapleton

Criollo’s Chocolatterie is a brand new chocolate/coffee shop located in Mapleton, on the corner of Obi Obi and Post Office Road. Owners, Dave and Wendy Richardson, are enjoying meeting the locals and tourists alike and introducing them to the menu offered.   Criollo’s Chocolatterie offers couverture chocolates made by Adora Homemade Chocolates of Sydney. Criollo’s own [...]

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Attention all brides and debutantes

Janelle Willcocks  at “Ellena-J” Bling and Accessories is now offering an innovative service to bridal parties and debutantes. She is now stocking an extensive range of bridal accessories to help local brides make their day more memorable. There is a gorgeous range of flower girl baskets, ring pillows, bride dilly bags, guest book with pen [...]

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Designers among the trees

The Hinterland Times is keen to highlight local folks who are committed to home-grown business ventures. Whether it’s making toys, propagating plants, inventing jam recipes or crafting gold rings, these are the people helping shape the future of our region.  This month we introduce you to Nina and James O’Brien, a couple of superb graphic designers [...]

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