Reflections

Trampling the snakes and scorpions of life

By Fr Tomi Vattukulathil “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.” (Luke 10:19) For many Australians, snakes are a familiar part of life.  We know that a venomous bite can affect the body, causing weakness, […]

History

A Tale of Two Rivers

The 200th anniversary of the discovery and naming of the Logan River is a stark reminder of the youth of our nation in terms of our European history.  The Scenic Rim region is home to a twin river system that provides the fertile valleys that makes the area so productive […]

Beaudesert Show sideshow alley 2025
Regular Columns

Bluey at sideshow alley

What better combination than Bluey and Beaudesert Show? This was taken by Susie at the 2025 Beaudesert Show – what is in store this year?

Waylene Currie
Personality Profile

Waylene Currie – A bridge between worlds

“Be bold, be brave, be you.”  They are the six words that guide Beaudesert artist Waylene Currie.  As the creative force behind many First Nations artworks throughout Beaudesert and the surrounding region, Waylene believes art is about more than creativity – it is about connection, culture and storytelling. Proud of […]

Reflections

Shared Loss

Beaudesert Baptist Church – Josh Cocks I am intrigued by Jesus’ actions when His close friend Lazarus died.  Though aware of what was going to happen next, He joined Mary and Martha’s mourning and the shortest verse in the Bible was recorded, ‘Jesus wept’ (John 11:35).  Grief is not a lack […]

Spiral loop
History

The Interstate Railway Line  –  Part 2

The agreements were finally in place and the first sod was turned in the construction.  This occurred at South Brisbane Station for the Queensland section, and later on June 23, 1926, in Kyogle for the New South Wales section.  All the work on the line was performed manually as modern […]

Pat and Rowan Stuhmcke
Personality Profile

Rowan Stuhmcke – A handyman at heart 

For Rowan Stuhmcke, building has always been more than a job – it’s a family legacy spanning three generations in Beaudesert. Across hundreds of projects throughout Queensland, Rowan’s work has left a lasting mark, but it’s the buildings he helped create in Beaudesert that remain closest to his heart. Early […]

Lumi and The Thompsons
People and their Pets

Lumi and The Thompsons

Lumi the Jack Russell is a bundle of energy. At just three months old, she loves her human sisters Rosie and Alice Thompson, spending time snuggled up on the lounge or racing around the back yard with her best friends.

Reflections

Reflections

By Fr Ken Spreadborough It seems that at around this time there are many major events, especially sporting events.  For example, State of Origin, Football World cup, Commonwealth games, Open Golf, Wimbledon Tennis as well as others such as the Logie Awards.  Within each of these there are participants who […]

History

The Interstate Railway Line – Part 1

The first meeting to be held with the object of agitating for an extension of the railway from Kyogle to Beaudesert occurred on April 26, 1912. Many years of meetings and discussion ensued, with consideration also being given to alternative routes from Murwillumbah to Tweed Heads or Kyogle to Killarney. […]