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Sat 4th May to Mon 6th May 2019 Maleny Showgrounds Sunshine Coast Hinterland • tools, slabs and timber • wood workshops hosted by • kids’ workshops and activities promoting the • great food and entertainment sustainable use of • chainsaw carving our beautiful native • the Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize timber resources and much more ... PROGRAM Official Destination Partners malenywoodexpo.com Maleny Wood Expo is proudly hosted by Contents Barung Landcare Workshops & Junior Landcare Paddock p 6 -7 Food & Drinks p 8 Wootha Prize p 9 Music Program p 10-11 Outdoor Site Map p 12-13 Indoor Site Maps p 14-15 Please help us achieve our Exhibitor Directory p 16-19 landcare project goals. The Barung Info Tent for books, gifts and T-shirts The Barung Landcare BBQ Tent Buy a ticket in the Maleny Wood Expo Raffle for over $12000 in prizes. The Barung Nursery Tent RECOGNITION OF for local native plants TRADITIONAL OWNERS The Maleny Wood Expo is being held on the traditional lands of the Jinibara people and we wish to acknowledge them as Traditional Owners. We would also like to pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Elders from other communities who may be in attendance. Mayoral Message ABOUT THE MALENY WOOD EXPO On behalf of the 320,000 residents of the Sunshine Coast, I would like to welcome Barung Landcare hosted the first Maleny Wood Expo in April 1996 all new and returning wood specialists, enthusiasts and visitors from across Australia to the at the Maleny Showgrounds. The emphasis of the Expo was on annual Wood Expo being held at Maleny. We take great pleasure in hosting events such as the woodworkers hidden in the local area. The inaugural Expo ran this which enable talented artisans to showcase and share their skills. for two days, and at the end of each day visitors were rushing up Community driven, family friendly events such as this expo, contribute to make our the ramp of the Showgrounds Pavilion, trying to get around in the part of the world such a desirable place to live and visit. Now in its 23rd year, the Maleny closing minutes, because they’d heard in Maleny township about Wood Expo is noted for its wide range of demonstrations, workshops and activities and I this stunning array of work done by local woodworkers. It was named ‘From Chainsaw to Fine Furniture’ to reflect the encourage you not to miss the entries vying for the WoothaPrize, one of the most prestigious variety of work from the roughest to the finest, and early organisers woodworking competitions in Australia. The quality of work on display is outstanding. could not believe the response. My thanks go to the Barung Landcare Association, one of our region’s fantastic community organisations, which own and organise the expo. I would also like to acknowledge The Expo has evolved in 23 years and in the early 2000s it became and thank the hundreds of hard-working volunteers and supporters who volunteer their time to “The Maleny Wood Expo: From Chainsaw To Fine Furniture”. In make this event possible. 2017 the name became “The Maleny Wood Expo: From Seed to I’m sure everyone who visits this weekend will leave with many happy memories Fine Furniture”, reflecting the whole sustainable timber story, and a great education on the hinterland of days gone by, sustainability, modern day timber from the growing of beautiful local timber to the creation of fine products and our wonderful Sunshine Coast environment. Enjoy your time in Maleny and I furniture and stunning works of art. encourage you to explore all that our beautiful Sunshine Coast has to offer. What are the factors in Maleny Wood Expo’s success? Firstly and most importantly – volunteers! There simply would be no Expo With best regards without the enthusiastic band of around 200 vollies who are selling tickets, flipping burgers, giving directions and advice and so much MAYOR MARK JAMIESON more! Thankyou all. SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL Secondly – turns out size does matter! Maleny Wood Expo is small enough to be accessible, to not have queues or huge crowds, to allow for interaction with artisans and toolmakers and large enough to have a great array of exhibitors, stallholders, speakers and entertainers…all in a beautiful hinterland setting with a family- friendly atmosphere. Barung Landcare President’s Welcome And then there’s the Expo ethos – the commitment by everyone Welcome! We are delighted that you have joined us to involved with the event to work in sustainably harvested native, celebrate Australia’s finest woodworking art, at our Wood Expo, weed or recycled timbers. here in beautiful Maleny. Barung Landcare is a community not-for-profit Barung Landcare is proud to host organisation that strives for sustainable land use by helping what many say is the best wood people to live in harmony with the superb natural environment in this place. Our annual Maleny show in Australia – welcome! Wood Expo assists by showcasing the sustainable use of Australian native timbers, and celebrating the magnificent rainforests from which they come. Take the opportunity while you visit with us to see the magnificent pieces of timber art which have competed for this year’s Sunshine Coast Wootha Prize, now Australia’s premier woodworking competition. Enjoy our laid back atmosphere, and many activities. There are native plant stalls, natural resource management displays, and much more, all staffed by enthusiasts who are often experts in their field, and who welcome your questions and interest. As you go about enjoying the event’s exhibits - appreciating finely crafted woodwork pieces, inhaling the aromas of beautiful freshly cut timbers, tasting sensational food, and participating in creative workshops- take a moment to remember that your enjoyment will also contribute to sustaining the lush subtropical ecosystems of the Sunshine Coast. Thank you so much for supporting the 23rd Maleny Wood Expo! We hope you have a great time here! Ian McMaster, President, Barung Landcare Association 4 5 WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES Coopering – Make your Own Bucket Map Ref: 56 & 57 Colonial Woodcrafts Get hands on, drop by for a chat, or come along to watch the . Daily 8:30am - 4pm. Coopering is the traditional craft of making buckets, wine fun and action at the workshops. Check with the info tent for barrels, baths & all forms of storage containers. Learn the basic techniques and last minute spaces in the “Bookings only” workshops. processes from an extremely experienced woodcrafter. Create your own unique wooden bucket to take home. Bookings only, 14yrs+. Junior Landcare Paddock Didg eridoo Making Workshop Map Ref: 2 Junior Landcare Paddock The Junior Landcare Paddock was introduced in 2017 by Maleny Join 2 local artists with a passion for sharing indigenous culture & knowledge & make your Wood Expo, Barung Landcare along with Queensland Water own didgeridoo. Also try playing your new instrument. Bookings only, 12yrs+ and Land Carers. It is a hands-on, experiential ‘village’, inspiring Map Ref: 87 Junior Landcare Paddock young people to work with their hands to enhance their apprecia- Make a Stringed Musical Instrument tion of the natural world. Here you will find activities that will offer Sat 9am & Mon 4pm. Using traditional woodworking tools, including a 100yr old cross opportunities for participants to develop practical & creative skills cut saw, learn to make stringed and percussion instruments. Check for vacancies while learn about working with natural materials. Cool Stools Workshop Map Ref: 14 Junior Landcare Paddock Japanese Chop Stick Making Map Ref: 4 Junior Landcare Paddock Daily 9:30am - 11am, 11:30am - 1pm, 2pm - 3:30pm. An amazing opportunity for kids to get hands on woodworking experience with professional woodworkers. They will craft a take home This hugely popular workshop is back! Kids learn to make their own chopsticks to take home. $2, stool using traditional tools & techniques. Bookings only, 6 - 12yrs. 5yrs+ with adult supervision. Build Your Own Cubby House Map Ref: 3 Junior Landcare Paddock Post-Apocalyptic Bushcraft Necklace Map Ref: 11 Junior Landcare Paddock Sat 9:30am - Mon 3:30pm. Change how you see ‘waste’ garden materials. Using a bamboo Learn from a local jeweller and try your hands at creating an environmentally friendly frame & a mix of found & prepared natural materials, create an incredible & unique outdoor themed necklace. At these fun & engaging workshops, chose from an assortment of cubby house to take home. 2 Workshops, full build & light build. Bookings only natural materials to make a take home creation. Join any time, gold coin Make your own Mothers’ Day Present Workshop Map Ref: 9 Junior Landcare donation, 3yrs+. An opportunity for little Wood Expo attendees to choose from a small range of quick Kilagi – Basket Weaving Map Ref: 7 Junior Landcare Paddock and easy ideas & add their own unique finishing touches and create Mothers Day gifts. Surprise yourself with what you can make by learning to weave with a few easily obtained Join any time, free for all. materials. Drop by, have a chat and get weaving to create your own unique basket to take home. Map Ref: 13 Junior Landcare Paddock Join any time, gold coin donation. Bush Critters Daily 10am - 2pm. An interactive market stall by Tracy Lewis for children to create their Spoon Carving with Carol Russel Map Ref: 59 own unique bush critter, seed pod mobile, dream catcher or to paint a warrior palm Sat & Sun 10am - 3pm. Carving spoons is a great introduction to using frond. Choose from an amazing array of materials. Join any time, $4ea. wood carving tools. Make your own creative design and learn from a professional craftswoman. Bookings only. Build a Model Boat with the Wooden Boat Assoc. QLD Map Ref: 16 JL Daily 10am - 11:30am & 1pm - 2:30pm.