Eumundi Voice Magazine
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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’.
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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.
Poor mobile reception, patchy internet and blackspots across Eumundi and the wider Sunshine Coast have prompted Ted O'Brien MP - Federal Member for Fairfax to launch a community campaign calling for better connectivity.
Ted met with Eumundi Chamber of Commerce Inc president and Eumundi Service Station owner Louise Formosa, local business owners and residents at Dick Caplick Park, Eumundi on 26 August to discuss the impact unreliable service is having on families and businesses.
He said dropped calls and unreliable internet were costing people time, money and in some cases safety.
“Whether it’s a business struggling to stay connected, a family dealing with constant dropouts, or a hinterland resident facing blackspots, these problems are holding our region back,” said Ted.
“Connectivity isn’t a luxury. In this digital age, it is a basic need.”
Louise said unreliable digital infrastructure added another burden for small businesses already under pressure. “Basic digital and connectivity infrastructure shouldn’t be the problem – we have enough issues to deal with.”
She said poor connectivity could deter people from setting up a business, living or working in Eumundi, particularly when working from home depends on a reliable connection.
“It means that they are unsure if they can stay here and invest time and effort into working from home. You might be trying to set up for a Zoom call, and you can’t even keep a proper connection. It is embarrassing,” said Louise.
Ted said the campaign would give residents and business owners a way to record their experiences and strengthen the case for improvements. “I want every business owner, every family and every resident who’s been let down by patchy coverage to have their say.”
Residents and businesses will be asked to rate their mobile and internet coverage from 1-5, helping build a coverage heat map of the electorate.
Feedback will be provided to government agencies and telecommunications providers, including Telstra, Optus and TPG, so practical improvements can be pursued.
“The more voices we hear, the stronger the case we can build for the mobile and internet services our growing community deserves,” said Ted.
Residents and businesses can complete the survey at t.ly/bxEat. ... See MoreSee Less
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Noosa Open Studios was a great opportunity to meet local artists in their studios and explore the Noosa Shire. Sculptor Jenny McElhinney Sculptor and Art Therapist opened her studio just outside Pomona and welcomed the chance to talk to visitors about her work, which spans native animals, angels and goddesses. Jenny has exhibited at Sculpture on the Edge Sunshine Coast and is not new to Noosa Open Studios, but this was her first time back after a short break. ... See MoreSee Less
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As a Rotarian with over 20yrs of service I often look back and wonder at the many opportunities that accepting a simple invitation to attend a Rotary meeting has brought me over the years. Many people – including myself before becoming involved – are completely unaware of what a Rotary Club is, or the work that Rotarians do in their communities.
Rotarians belong to a global network of community-minded people who come together to create positive, lasting change locally and around the world. Through local clubs, Rotarians use their skills, time and connections to support causes such as peacebuilding, health, education, clean water and community development. At its heart being a Rotarian is about fellowship, service and making a practical difference wherever help is needed. The motto of Rotary is “Service above Self”.
Through the Eumundi Rotary Club I have had the privilege of being involved in projects that bring people together and make a genuine difference, from Eumundi Voice and the Kind Community Project to Clean Up Australia Day, youth programs and our club’s Kemabolo PNG health project ( www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592316424135 ). For me these projects show the heart of Rotary: ordinary people giving their time, energy and care to strengthen our local community and support others beyond it.
We are at a time where creating community connections and giving back is becoming more important than ever. Technological advances are changing how we communicate, interact and behave in the world. Rotary provides an opportunity to form meaningful connections and relationships with like-minded people while giving back to the community.
Rotary has given me far more personally than I ever could have imagined. Through serving my community, I have built lasting connections, led volunteers overseas, and developed skills in leadership, public speaking, event planning, writing and editing through my contribution to Eumundi Voice.
If you are interested in learning more about what we do at the Rotary Club of Eumundi, join us on 10 September from 5.30-7.30pm at the QCWA Hall, 78 Memorial Dr, Eumundi for a relaxed evening of connection. Meet inspiring locals, hear real stories and discover how you can make a difference in our community and beyond. To RSVP visit: t.ly/in6fm. ... See MoreSee Less
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