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Breaking Bread 🍞 On The Mountain

It is good to know the TMR is working hard at getting resident only access via the range road during daylight hours. However, the ongoing wet weather has been a hindrance and the possibility of a fully accessible range road seems a little too far in the distant future. Even so, the promise of blue sky, sunshine and reduced humidity isn’t far off and gives reason to lift the spirits a little. Residents of Paluma and district whose livelihoods aren’t dependent on full public access via the mountain range road are fortunate and when the opportunity arises, a little support and kindness for anyone in our community can go a long way. It’s been good to see and hear examples of this in our community.

Tahlia Harlow and baby Grace, Hidden Valley Cabins, with my fresh bread and eggs order.

Did you know that Tahlia at Hidden Valley Cabins is baking fresh ‘regular’ and sourdough bread to order?  She is also selling fresh, free range eggs.  I’ve sampled both and it is all fabulous. If you would like to order some be aware she’s only able to bake 2-3 loaves/day and needs 24hrs notice…2 days notice if you’re after sourdough. You can order by contacting Hidden Valley Cabins on 07 4770 8088 or just message them on their Facebook page.

A loaf of Tahlia’s ‘regular’ bread.

This is a great way we can support one of our local businesses doing their best to stay open. The quality of a very reasonably priced, locally sourced food means it’s a win-win for all.
Perhaps, when you go to a yoga class with Tracy Armstrong on Fridays, you can grab your order on the way back home. Do check times for classes with Tracy if you’re wanting to attend.

Text and images: J. Poletto

Dangers of Paluma Range Road

Our local member for Hinchinbrook, Nick Dametto, has written to the Minister for Transport and Main Roads, the Honourable Brent Mickelberg regarding urgent safety concerns about the Paluma Range Road.

Fairy Falls completed roadworks. Image from Michael Drew

We thank Nick for bringing the safety issues regarding our coastal access road to the Minister’s attention. Thanks also to Michael Drew for forwarding Nick’s letter for this post. I’ve inserted the letter as three images below. Please forgive the formatting but we wanted quick and easy access for all to read.

Mt Zero-Taravale Wildlife Sanctuary 2024 Update

In the valley or village on the weekend of the 7-8th December? Heading to the Paluma tropical Xmas BBQ (or even if you’re not)? Why not make a day of it on the Saturday and join us for an update on what’s been happening at Mount Zero-Taravale Wildlife Sanctuary in 2024.

The deets (more details in poster below): Saturday 7th December, 10am – 1:30pm. Catering supplied, and for anyone keen, an optional tag along trip to check out feral predator-free exclosure fence – home to a growing population of endangered Northern Bettongs.

🎄🎄🎄 Tropical Christmas BBQ 🎄🎄🎄

The PDCA’s end of year function, the Tropical Christmas BBQ, will be held on Saturday December 7th from 6:30 – 10pm. Bring along whatever you wish to cook on the bbq and a side to share. Or, you may wish to bring a dessert to share instead of a side, it is up to you. The bar will be open of course. It is time to kick back and welcome in the silly season.

Also, as is Paluma tradition, this year’s garden competition winners will be announced at the bbq. The judges, Angela and Dee from North Shore Bunnings, spent a very full day on Monday with Jamie, looking at all participants’ gardens. This was Dee’s first time in Paluma and both judges were thrilled to be up here enjoying the climate and the interesting plants it allows to grow as compared to Townsville. We ensured they had a lovely lunch and break so they didn’t wear out completely. It was fabulous to see quite a few Cairns Birdwing caterpillars munching away on the aristolochia vine.

Dee, Angela and Jamie enjoyed lunch in the cool on the hall verandah.

Text and images: J. Poletto

November 9th Working Bee 🐝

Our next Paluma working bee 🐝 will be THE SECOND Saturday on November 9th.
We will meet at the Community Hall at 2pm. Tasks will include:

  1. Removal of cut up Sarsaparella tree on corner of Mt Spec Rd and Lennox Cresc to be taken to the dump.
  2. Install a step on a washed out section of Colwyn’s track.
  3. Clean out the gutter in Lennox Crescent just past the council water depot to make sure the storm water runs into the drain and not across the road.

    Wilfred will have the gear for the first two tasks and will need the extra willing hands only. A couple of wheelbarrows and shovels for the drain on Lennox Crescent would be useful if you have that to bring. Most importantly, bring your willing hands and smile.

Drinks to follow on the Hall verandah at 4pm.