After the success of their community day of action last year, local Birtwill St businesses are once again coming together to ask, “Are you OK?” this Thursday September 12 from 11am to 1pm with a host of free community resources taking place in front of Amore Pizza (pictured). R U
real conversations around mental health and to raise funds for the charity. The Coolum community can
and have a friendly conversation, eat some pizza, have a cup cake and support the raffles which have a host of great prizes with all money raised going to the national R U OK Day charity. Local businesses supporting the day include Live Life Pharmacy Birtwill St, Coolum Corner, Studio Pilates, Dan Purdie MP, Above & Beyond Disability Solutions and Amore Pizza. Pictured is the youngest member of the Studio Pilates team ‘Rose’ with Michelle, Grace, Madison, Kelly and Kim. Remember that every day is R U OK Day and check in on people you know who may be struggling. For more information please visit www.ruok.org.au or phone lifeline on 13 11 14 if you need immediate help.
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COOLUM State High School was one of only ten schools across the state formally recognised by the Queensland Government with a Showcase Award at a formal gala on Friday September 6 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The Showcase Award salutes the exemplary academic and all-round success the local state high school is having in the years 10-12 and principal Troy Ascott said that the recognition was something that the entire community should be proud of.
“This is a community award and without the support of
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Linking Peregian Breeze with Peregian Beach and beyond
PEREGIAN residents look set to enjoy safer cross-border access to the beach, nearby communities and public transport via a new shared pathway on Emu Mountain Road.
Sunshine Coast Council’s proposal to construct, fund and maintain a 3m wide pathway and boardwalk between Old Emu Mountain Road and David Low Way just within Noosa shire was formally ratified by Noosa Council at their August 15 Ordinary Meeting.
Mayor Frank Wilkie said the project would improve safety for the children and residents currently riding along the busy Emu Mountain Road, and at no cost to Noosa Shire ratepayers.
“Council has worked closely with Sunshine Coast Council for a number of years to plan this important connection that will provide a much-needed pedestrian and cycle link from neighbouring communities to the nearby school, beach and village centre,” Cr Wilkie said.
“It’s a great example of inter-Council co-operation, which ultimately is all about delivering for residents, regardless of Council boundaries.
“The project will enable more people to safely get about
by cycling or walking and get to public transport,” Mayor Wilkie said.
Sunshine Coast Council Deputy Mayor Cr Maria Suarez said the project would greatly improve liveability for residents in the Sunshine Coast and Noosa Shire areas.
“This new section of shared pathway will provide a direct route for pedestrians and cyclists from Old Emu Mountain Road to David Low Way crossing point and onto the Sunshine Coast / Noosa Coastal Pathway and allows options for travel north and south,” Cr Suarez said.
“It will connect the Peregian Breeze housing estate with Peregian Beach and Coolum and allow Coolum School students with a safer crossing point of David Low Way adjacent to the school.”
The new shared pathway and boardwalk will stretch approximately 900m along the northern side of Emu Mountain Road.
Design and construction schedules for the project will soon be finalised. Work will commence subject to future funding from Sunshine Coast Council.
Design as it currently stands:
▪ Adjoins pathway at the exit from Old Emu Mtn Rd.
▪ Boardwalks will extend over existing cross-road culverts.
▪ Batters (a more gradual slope towards the National Park) will be in place for safety and a concrete path will be placed on this away from the road edge.
▪ The existing track through the national park to the Breeze will remain.
▪ Proposed improvements at the David Low Way crossing point are likely to reduce vehicle accidents, improve crossing safety by reducing width of
road to cross, improve cyclist safety by reducing vehicle speeds and risk of side-swipe crashes, and create a slower speed environment (final design elements are being looked at by DTMR, Sunshine Coast Council and cycling groups).
▪ Amenity concerns mean wire barriers rather than full metal barriers will be in place where ever possible.
▪ Vegetation will naturally grow up the batters, however planting is able to be started early to assist with offsets and provide shady paths.
Alternative crossing points were looked at extensively but were not viable, not as safe, and not where people are already travelling.
ARE YOU OK?
OWEN CAVANAGH & KEZIGN
MAKING a lovely habit of using Coolum Main Beach just near
Point Perry as his canvas, artist Owen Cavanagh graced early morning walkers and visitors to another of his sand art installations on Thursday morning September 5.
This time Owen used the theme of ‘Are You Ok’ as his muse and stated that it is an important message to get across every day of the week. We agree!
If you happen to take a stunning pic or have a pic of something you think the community should know about – on either your smart phone or DSLR from anywhere in the region, we would love to see it.
Please send in your ‘pic of the week’ to, editor@coolumadvertiser.com.au and don’t forget to include your name, where the pic was taken and what it is of.
Sunshine Coast Council Deputy Mayor Cr Maria Suarez and Noosa Council Mayor Frank Wilkie working together to link both councils via a shared pathway in Peregian. Photo: Contributed
STATE RECOGNISES COOLUM HIGH WITH SHOWCASE AWARD
the community such as businesses etc. this just wouldn’t be possible.
“Our community can be proud that we are raising children who are achieving to the highest levels,” Mr Ascott said.
The 10 schools across all year levels who were recognised at the awards were celebrated for their outstanding programs and initiatives that advance student educational achievement, wellbeing and engagement, and culture and inclusion.
These are key areas that Coolum High is excelling in with the selection committee stating that the Coolum High provides a “strong focus on the mentoring process for individual senior students.”
“The Coolum State High School senior schooling team
review and analyse student outcomes and work closely with individual students.
“Every student has a mentor that they meet with regularly so they can be well informed regarding where they are, how they are tracking, and what they need to do to succeed.”
Mr Ascott furthered these sentiments.
“This award is vindication of our hard work over many years, and it recognises the excellence of our senior school and the outcomes that they have achieved. We are achieving outstanding outcomes for all students.”
Members of the school leadership team including Heads of Department, Guidance Officers, Deputy Principals, and P&C representatives attended the gala dinner with the awards handed out by Education Minister Di Farmer.
Mr Ascott went on to say that the Showcase Awards for Excellence in Schools are Queensland’s pinnacle awards in state education.
“The award recognises years of hard work by staff, students, parents and the school community, and celebrates the extraordinary outcomes of our senior school. Alongside certificates and recognition, the school receives $20,000 to advance this work within the state schooling system.”
“In the past, schools nominated for Showcase Awards, however this year’s awards were selected based on merit, without schools nominating themselves. A distinguished panel identified the ongoing excellence at Coolum State High School, as the only school from the North Coast Region to win an award.”
Well done Coolum High!
Event Showcase
Coolum High Senior Schooling Milestones
The panel selected Coolum High for the Showcase Award for the following reasons:
• Providing a range of senior schooling options and vocational pathways.
• A strong focus on the mentoring process for senior students, and the academic tracking system.
• Ensuring positive and
confident transitions into and through school by knowing each child, their learning progress, and their needs.
• Over 25% students above 90% for the past three years, with a 2023 graduate receiving an ATAR of 99.95.
• Providing flexible education and training leading to post-secondary opportunities.
• Designing and delivering meaningful pathways for every student.
• Supporting every student with a plan to stay on track to attainment and meaningful post-school pathways.
• Ensuring positive transitions and knowing the post-school destination of every student.
ONE OF the best little festivals in Australia is set to take place this coming weekend and with only a handful of tickets left to the ever-popular Mitchell Creek Rock ‘N’ Blues Fest which is located just under an hour away in the Mary Valley, the Advertiser has a one-day double pass to give away allowing two adults to join in the fun for either one of the three days.
Celebrating its 13th year ‘Mitchell Creek’ will run from Friday September 13 to Sunday evening September 15 and over the three days more than 120 acts will perform for the 3,000 strong crowd.
Acts including The Radiators, Hat Fitz & Cara, Soul Men – the Blues Brothers Tribute Show, Hussy Hicks, As You Are and many, many more will be rocking the festival site.
Festival Director Jimmy Budgen said that the festival was such a success due to the friendly nature of the event.
“We are such an awesome event and very affordable, friendly, and we have a very well organised event here.
“Many people come just by word of mouth and many of those people are from the Coolum region which is great,” Jimmy said.
“Friends and families keep coming back and we are very family friendly, and we always host this on the first weekend of the school holidays and we cap the numbers at 3,000 so there is plenty of room and it never feels overcrowded here, and we are BYO!”
Jimmy also praised Gympie Council for being so easy to work with and for their support.
As well as the amazing music, the festival also has food stalls, market stalls, free camping, clean toilets and all of this is easy to walk around.
“We are a disability friendly event, and we have a designated area including disability friendly facilities and access to performance venues, as well as a reserved camping area with disabil-
For your chance to win the double pass the Advertiser has, email in your name and phone number to editor@coolumadvertiser.com.au with the subject heading ‘Mitchell Creek’ by COB this
ity friendly hot showers and toilets right near the main entry to the event arena.”
The music is set to kick off on Friday at noon and will not stop until Sunday evening around 9pm. With two alternating stages, one band is playing whilst the other one is setting up. All of this in a beautiful bushland setting just under an hour away from Coolum!
Thursday September 12. A winner will be randomly selected and notified by phone. If you wish to secure a ticket before they sell out please visit www. mitchellcreekrocknbluesfest.com.au
Coolum State High School teachers and staff with Education Minister Di Farmer at the Showcase Awards for Excellence in Schools at the Brisbane Convention Centre on September 6. Coolum High was formally recognised for their senior schooling success. Photo: Contributed
Letters to the editor
LABOR PRINCIPLES
Dear editor,
Australia is a Labor country. It was founded by a Labor Prime Minister. Its ethos is Labor. The people who drive the country’s character and frame its identity, are Labor people.
Egalitarianism - that idea was formed through Labor solidarity and before that by even bigger intellectual giants - those that viewed the law as an instrument by which human dignity was given real currency (as opposed to the feudal based laws that came before).
Also, egalitarianism allows for the human to be immersed fully in the natural world rather than be its dominator or conqueror. How the globalist neoliberalism became a force (even a rump one) in Australia will never cease to astound me! Individualism, the rule of private wealth and a catastrophic disdain for nature do not belong in Australia.
And the likes of some commentators here, well, they do not even understand modern money theory!! Though this will not stop them using it as tool to espouse neoliberalism! Sounds like the work of a troll to me.
Dylan White, Coolum Beach.
COST OF LIVING
Dear editor,
the field on his roadside stall, spoke of how he watched a man pull up at the stall, loaded his station wagon with all the stall melons and drive away without paying. They were clearly priced at a reasonable $2 each. He shared his grief and disappointment with me. I felt the frustration and pain of this hard-working farmer, who has again been exploited by, not only the big supermarkets, but by local people with a sense of entitlement. This is the society we live in, where the rich get richer, the man on the land fights to get a fair go, with those with a sense of entitlement over other people’s money and assets simply taking them without conscience. It’s theft. It reflects upon our national character.
It was quite a while ago, maybe a decade, but today the scenario is repeated in many areas of our lives in similar ways. The cost of living is in crisis, with greed rampant. With car theft and violent teens on the loose, crime and drugs a thriving business, home invasions and personal assaults with weapons more the norm, identity theft and scams, fare evasion for a free ride, we are desensitised to the news we watch daily. Simply put, those who have not, help themselves to what they want, without a compassionate thought for their victims.
Big supermarkets manipulating farmers stretched to make a living for a minimal return, with looming rising costs, big banks
larly failing their constituents, with rising registration and licence costs impacting a captive demographic, sales and GST taxes, more expensive government services, rates and charges, insurance companies calling the tune, all complicit, contributing to crushing the little guys: “to get blood out of a stone”.
This farmer’s devastation is an indictment upon a society where it is, “dog eat dog”. What has happened to Australia’s former commitment to “helping your mates”, giving them a hand in a crisis? What does this say about our once admired Australian character, into the third millennium?
E. Rowe, Marcoola.
DEMENTIA WEEK
Dear editor,
With around two-thirds of people with dementia living in the community this Dementia Action Week (16-22 September) we are calling on all Australians to take action to make their communities more welcoming and accessible for people living with dementia.
More than 421,000 Australians are currently living with dementia, but this number is expected to increase to more than 812,500 by 2054.
A lack of knowledge and understanding of dementia can lead to people living with dementia feeling excluded and experiencing discrimination. People living with dementia tell us they want to belong
- 16-22 September - is ‘Act Now for a Dementia-Friendly Future’.
All people impacted by dementia deserve to be supported and welcomed in their communities, no matter where they live.
So please, find out how you can influence change in your community to create a more dementia-friendly future at dementia.org.au.
Merran Kelsall AO, Chair Dementia Australia.
EV
CAR PITFALLS
Dear editor,
Buying a car is a big decision for any household. With rapidly changing technology, the choice is harder with companies and governments often doing their own thing.
Australians thinking of buying a battery electric vehicle (EV) are drowning in information and opinion.
Attractive as they are on running costs and environmental impact, we can’t presume EVs will displace fossil fuel vehicles any time soon. They are not financially accessible to most households and don’t offer radically better transport services. They drive on the same congested roads with the same speed limits as our fossil fuel fleet.
It’s a chicken-and-egg situation. Consumers and vehicle makers won’t switch unless they are confident the required
refuelling facilities will be available. But those infrastructures won’t eventuate without sufficient demand.
A dual complication and opportunity is arising. Repurposing service stations to supply clean fuels could convince consumers and vehicle manufacturers to make the switch away from fossil fuels.
This is not pie-in-the-sky stuff as the US, EU, and Japan are promoting hydrogen fuel cell vehicles as are Toyota and BMW.
Complicating the consumer’s options, petrol companies are looking at the production of clean synthetic liquid fuels to be dispensed from their service station networks. This could open the door to converting our existing vehicles to run on clean fuels.
Our consumer dilemma is revealed with the slowing take up of electric vehicles as more motorists turn to hybrid cars.
Big car manufacturers such as Ford are cutting back plans for electric vehicles as consumers increasingly opt for hybrid cars. However, the production of electric vehicles in China is ramping up and flooding the Australian market with a dizzying array of brands and models.
We need an injection of collaborative industry and bipartisan political leadership to help us see through the smog to make our choice of vehicle
Garry Reynolds, Peregian Springs.
MIGRANT WORK?
Dear editor,
When immigration numbers are cut, who will staff hospitals/aged/medical/childcare or work as support /farm workers, carers, cleaners, kitchen staff, labourers, etc? Just asking for more details.
Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.
NO TO HIGH RISE
Dear editor, My husband and I recently moved to the area and are relieved to hear the high rises have not been approved.
I understand that housing is required, however, do not believe it is beneficial to locals to have the development as a gated community. It is only fair for locals to be able to access facilities and parks developed, as they will be able to access everything else on offer here.
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A look back in time
FRANCES WINDOLF
A LONG TIME COOLUM RESIDENT WITH A PASSION FOR LOCAL HISTORY
MINING OUR BEACHES
IN MY last article I briefly mentioned that Coolum residents had “reacted angrily” to a 1956 proposal from outside our area that our beautiful beaches could be plundered for sand mining – and that this was the start of our area’s strong environmental awareness and activism.
Until that time most residents and visitors, loving our wonderful golden sands, were blissfully unaware that the dark streaks, common to
our sandy beaches, were a sign of much-desired mineral materials, including rutile, ilmenite, monazite and zircon, which could be used in making alloys for high technology industries. In fact, as early as 1929, a syndicate had been formed to mine “a peculiar black sand deposit at Coolum” and had approached the Moreton Sugar Mill to see if sand could be freighted to Nambour on the cane trams, but it is thought that the onset of the Great Depression of 1929 may have led to the demise of their plans.
following World War 2, when the Korean War and the “Cold War” in Europe instigated huge expansions in the manufacture of jet aircraft, the possibility that the black sands on our beaches might become hugely important brought the subject to the fore again.
In April 1956 it was said that Australia might – over the next few decades – produce “70 per cent of the world’s rutile [used in jet engines and space craft], 73 per cent of the world’s zircon [used in nuclear reactors] and 65 per cent of the world’s monazite [for nuclear fuel]”. Our beaches were in danger of becoming mine sites, dredged for heavy minerals, then left as waste lands!
Colin Sweett, describing the procedure on Stradbroke Island, describes beach mining as “hard work, with between 25
and 30 men working in teams to shovel sand as fast as they could”, and the results were catastrophic.
In my records I have a letter regarding an “Application for Dredging Lease” dated January 31, 1956 “forwarding objections on behalf of a number of land holders in the Coronation Beach Estate” [the area now known as Yaroomba] and in February 1956, at a meeting of the Coolum Beach Progress Association, the Shire Chairman, Mr. D.A.Low “spoke of sand mining”, and
that “After discussion it was decided to send an urgent telegram to the Minister for Mines, objecting to the mining of frontal dunes”.
The telegram seems to have been successful, but in August 1966 Peter Eric Gauld applied for mining leases in a strip along the sand dunes, 10 chains wide, from high water mark, stretching from Warragah Parade to the Maroochy River Bar. Fortunately, this and other Mining Lease applications by Mr. Gauld, appear to have remained unsuccessful!
Observations
TONY GIBSON
A MARCOOLA RESIDENT WHO IS ACTIVE IN THE COMMUNITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT.
LIFE’S LESSONS
WE ARE now officially in spring. I have been enjoying the change and have been fortunate to feel connected to nature and the changes. The recent, “Surprise at Marcoola” wildflower walks I took in the Marcoola section of Mount Coolum National Park have enhanced that connection. Volunteering with Coolum and North Shore Coast Care gives me lots of opportunities to connect to nature.
This September the wallum heath was wetter than usual and fifteen (15) keen walkers went paddling to the wildflower plain behind the Marcoola industrial estate. The footprints of kangaroo or wallaby could be discerned in the mud that was drying out after recent rains. Unfortunately, no swamp wallaby broke cover this year and they hopefully would have been observing us in peace.
However, we enjoyed spring’s enchanting display of colours of purple, gold and white flowers in the wallum heath. Each walk participant was able to study a variety of wildflowers. Some participants had great knowledge and shared their expertise about what makes this flora so special. I personally continue to enjoy the experience of the wildflower walks year after year and it often seems a fresh experience which I love.
Spring is the time of new growth, birth and rebirth and we can feel invigorated as we experience the change of season by taking a walk in nature. Life lessons are easily imparted by listening and observing in nature. I enjoy this simple understanding on “Life Lessons” - When you focus on your experiences and your learning, you will understand the lessons each moment brings… Learn patiently and wisdom will
flow.” We need to accept life’s experiences for our learning. We can apply these life lessons of peace, harmony and enjoyment of natural beauty we find in nature to enhance our daily lives as we go with the natural flow. We are so lucky our health and wellbeing can be enhanced by having such wonderful national parks and conservation areas to connect to nature on our doorstep living on the Sunshine Coast. Why not get some wildflowers in your garden by purchasing plants from the Coolum Community Native Nursery at Yaroomba.
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Ask any Queenslander and they will tell you we’re number one. Number one for sunshine and lifestyle. We are also number one to benefit from coal royalties.
Coal royalties help to pay for cost-of-living support like electricity rebates and free kindy. They also help pay for infrastructure and services.
Queensland is the world’s largest exporter of coal used to make steel for wind turbines and electric vehicles needed for the global transition to clean energy. This demand means a record 44,000* people have jobs in Queensland coal mines.
Everyone benefits from coal royalties
Spring
time when the wildflowers of Marcoola, Mount Gu’lum National Park are visible.
Photos: Tony Gibson.
Marcoola in 1957 which could have been the site of sand mining in the region. Photo: Windolf Collection
A masterclass in modern coastal design, this award-winning new residence in the exclusive Sentosa East development is simply one of a kind.
Idyllic views and nature surrounds create a mesmerizing scene at this peaceful home in the foothills of Mount Coolum. This is a sanctuary for the soul, with an earthy tropical feel, set on an extensively landscaped 1083m2 (approx) allotment within easy reach of the beach. The elevated views are second to none, gazing directly at Mount Ninderry and the hinterland landscape beyond, while also enjoying a view of Mount Coolum. The design delivers stunning sunsets, single-level hillside living with stair-free access from street level, and under-house parking/storage space.
A modern home in a peaceful court walking distance to Peregian Springs State School, this 4-bedroom residence delivers quality and ease.
This acreage property with its luxury Hampton’s-inspired renovation delivers a stunning sense of coast-meetscountry living.
A striking terrace home on a premium corner allotment backdropped by a linear park, this luxury property is an oasis in the heart of Peregian Springs.
STATE ELECTION 2024
Sandy Bolton officially launches campaign to keep Noosa independent
SANDY BOLTON MP, Queensland’s only elected independent Member of Parliament for the last seven years, officially launched the ‘Keep Noosa Independent’ campaign surrounded by over a hundred ‘Team Noosa’ volunteers recently.
Enjoying delicious grazing tables hosted at the Noosa Pirates grounds and with entertainment by Noosa Independent Youth Ambassador Emma Tomlinson as a backdrop Ms Bolton said she was thrilled with the launch.
“The afternoon was truly amazing, reflecting the diversity of our community, members of which came together with genuine love for our home, and all who live within.”
Sandy said that she was in-
credibly proud of what has been achieved since Noosa became independent, both in terms of funding for projects, as well as culturally to move beyond the poor behaviours and ‘dangling of carrots’ by political parties at election time which is disrespectful to all.
“When I think of the volume of what we have fought for and achieved, I am genuinely puzzled when someone says an Independent MP cannot get anything done.
“The achievements are tangible, and of enormous benefit to our whole community. Whether the funding and completion of Stage 1 of the Tewantin Bypass, $37 million dollars allocated for the Kin Kin Pomona Rd to improve safety, better management of the
Noosa River, the completion of Six Mile Creek Bridge #7… the list goes on,” Sandy said.
As Sandy reported, there are projects and initiatives that are ‘works in progress’ as the processes involved are intensive and lengthy, such as community and affordable housing that involve multiple levels of government, changes to planning schemes and at times, legislation.
“As I have said before, when I have time, I will write a book covering the billions of taxpayer dollars wasted by the combative nature of our majors, the lack of capacity in our public sector, and how flawed our governance is!”
In amongst her very ‘Noosa centric’ focus, Sandy has also effected change across
Queensland by voting in favour of Voluntary Assisted Dying, bringing forth a Private Members Motion in efforts to end the ‘hoodwinking’ by the majors regarding applications for postal votes, and changes to standing orders during the Estimates process.
Being an independent MP, Sandy has the unique position to work with all in the best interests of Noosa.
“There are no benefits to Noosa in having a party aligned MP as we have seen from when we had two political party MPs, whose respective parties even held government during their terms. To subscribe to calls that Noosa should be sacrificed to ensure a change of government misses the most important point.
Noosa is about people before politics, not a party.”
Noosa’s ‘Indy’ MP said that she will never forget seeing and feeling the incredible energy at this grassroots launch, together with the love of what is important to Noosa residents.
“Regardless of the outcome of the state election on October
26, our community has continued to lead the way into the future on how politics should be done. Gratitude and love to all who are part of the Team Noosa family, whether handing out at pre poll, letterboxing, donating or proudly wearing the Noosa Independent tshirt or bandanna. You are all inspirational.”
Taylor Bunnag CR
DIVISION 8
SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL
YAROOMBA
PATHWAY UPGRADE
AS A YAROOMBA local, I have often seen school children and families with prams walking on the road along Bimini Drive as the pathway stops at Yungar Street. I’m pleased that on September 30, construction will start on a new 1.8-metrewide pathway stretching 200 metres along Bimini Drive to Jenyor Street. Eleven metres of existing pathway will also be renewed. I’m proud to be delivering on one of my core election promises, to improve pathway connectivity in our community.
ELIZA PEATLING PARK
A NEW barbecue has been finished at popular Eliza Peatling Park at Pacific Paradise. The upgrade has come just in time for Spring and I’m looking forward to seeing it put to good use as the weather warms up.
WELCOME HOME
LET’S GIVE our returning Olympic and Paralympic athletes a welcome home to remember! Sunshine Coast Council and Noosa Council are proudly hosting the region’s official welcome home celebration for our athletes on Tuesday, September 17 from 10:30am to 1pm at Foundation Square Park, Maroochydore.
I encourage you to join the celebration, cheer on our athletes as they arrive, then watch
as they take to the stage. Everyone will then have the chance to meet and greet their local heroes and enjoy a free barbecue thanks to the Mooloolaba Lions Club.
SHOREBIRD FESTIVAL
IT’S TIME to welcome the shorebirds back to the Sunshine Coast at the free family friendly shorebird festival in September. Join us at two locations to learn about the amazing journey migratory shorebirds have taken to get to here - Golden Beach on September 21 and Cotton Tree on September 22. There will be face painting, yummy food, art, fun games, craft activities, live music and much more. Visit Council’s website for details or secure your free ticket on Eventbrite by searching ‘Sunshine Coast Shorebird Festivals’.
FREE TREE DAY
COME and say hello at Glen Retreat Park, Marcoola and receive your free native tube stock plants on September 25, 9-11am. I look forward to seeing you there.
KEEPING YOU CONNECTED
PLEASE keep an eye on my Facebook page for the latest Division 8 news and information by searching ‘Councillor Taylor Bunnag - Division 8, Sunshine Coast Regional Council’.
Sandy Bolton MP
MEMBER FOR NOOSA
PATH FUNDING
TO BEGIN, a great outcome recently was the $3.8 million of extra funding for Council from the State, for greater accessibility. This amount is for two projects with one being wayfinding signage and cycle street for pedestrians and cyclists and linking to the Sunshine Coastal Pathway at Peregian Beach.
ELECTRIC FORUM
THANK YOU to all residents who supported Peregian Family and Friends in facilitating the community forum on electric bike and scooter safety. With the continued incidents endangering riders, pedestrians and drivers, myself and Coolum Police Officer Joel, TMR and Stuart from Ecotekk Noosa were invited to speak at the Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club. Much was covered from the confusion between ebikes and e-motorbikes, through to what is being done to reduce reckless behaviours including education, innovation, confiscations and extra resourcing.
A key message is that we all have a responsibility to our children by ensuring they are on compliant bikes, not motorbikes, and are abiding by the laws. Importantly, report offenders to Policelink by calling 131 444 or by lodging an online report at www.police.qld.gov. au/policelink-reporting and for anyone who has CCTV cameras, you can register by googling
‘Community Camera Alliance’. Gratitude to our police who shared much including that the vast majority of parents they visit are genuinely shocked when advised of their children’s disregard for the safety of themselves and others, and immediately sell the bike.
PARLIAMENT
THE COMMUNITY Safety Bill had important amendments, including ones supporting some of our Youth Justice Reform recommendations, however there was contention. These included the new firearm prohibition orders and the amendment seeking to clarify ‘detention as a last resort’ which during consultation still had no consensus as to what it actually does. Hence why in April we put forward ‘recommendation 53’ to lower the threshold at which serious repeat offender declarations can be made and broadening its criteria to target the specific cohort that is creating the danger in our communities. It is positive that government has supported the recommendations from my former committee, with over half of them in progress, however that there has not been any response from the opposition is deeply concerning. We need actual solutions, not slogans, to address youth and adult crime in Queensland.
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Legal News
JULIAN PORTER
SOLICITOR AT BARBER PORTER IN COOLUM BEACH SPECIALISING IN ELDER LAW AND ALL LEGAL MATTERS AFFECTING THE COMMUNITY.
ENCROACHMENTS
THERE is a veritable shopping list of searches, reports and services available to buyers of real property wishing to satisfy themselves that their intended purchase is worthy. One not negotiable for buyers is a ‘survey plan’ which is obtained mainly to ensure that they are purchasing the same piece of land that they have inspected. A survey plan shows the lot size, property shape and dimensions, as well as encumbrances like easements, but rarely do buyers go a step further and arrange a ‘boundary survey’. But we’ve had many cases over the years where this professional service, typically costing around $2500, would have saved a lot of angst. Boundary surveys are most commonly used by buyers where they are intending to develop the land. Ensuring they can fit the planned buildings or additions on the block, whilst allowing for required boundary setbacks, is key to the success of their application. Less often, boundary surveys are done to check if there are any ‘encroachments’ affecting the land. That is whether any part of a building or fixture from one property is intruding onto the adjoining land. Ensuring there are no encroachments from the property being purchased is the primary purpose, but of course it is also useful to know if the neighbours are going to be encroaching on you!
The standard REIQ contract allows a buyer to terminate the contract if there is an encroachment ‘onto or from the land’ which is ‘material’. Less serious matters can be dealt with by compensation, but only if it is claimed in writing before settlement. If the encroachment is not discovered until after settlement (and generally it’s many years later that one neighbour or other obtains a boundary survey) then it is a matter of sorting it out between neighbours and, failing that, litigating in the superior courts.
The easiest way to resolve an encroachment issue is obviously for the encroaching party to remove the offending building or fixture, but of course this won’t be practical in a lot of situations. An agreement between neighbours to formally transfer a portion of land to the encroaching neighbour in exchange for an amount of money can be drawn up by a property lawyer and put the matter to bed.
If the matter does get to court, the judge will have power to order removal, compensation or transfer of land, amongst other remedies. Or they could even decide that nothing needs to be done! Whichever way they do decide, I can guarantee that it will be far more expensive than the cost of a boundary survey.
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AIR FRYER: As new, Innobella. $80. Ph. 5450 7554
BABY GEAR: Toddler bed with bookcase inc clean good quality mattress. Pram/stroller, highchair, low chair, toilet training gear. Minimal use. The lot $100. Ph. 0468 305 860
CAR COVER: External W/proof fabric to suit med/small. As new $20. Ph. 0490 886 494 or 0490 520 436
CDs: 100+ 70s & 80s, rock, folk and pop. $2 each or 12 for $20. Ph. 0468 663 057
CEMENT OXIDE DYE: 20 Litre drums. 2 x Yellow 1 x Black $20 each. Ph. 0409 003 044
COOKING TRAYS x 3: For a Miele steam oven. $45. Call Ralph 0434 631 195
CRINUM PEDUNCULATUMS (SWAMP LILY): $5 each, large white flower, perfect landscaping plant for coastal soil. Ph 0418 779 392
CROQUET MALLET: Refurbished to as near new condition $50. Ph. 0418 608 663
CURTAINS: 2 pinch pleated heavy backed curtains creamy beige each curtain 150cm wide x 230cm drop in perfect condition $70ea or 2 for $120. Ph 0418 639 091
CYCLING SHOES: Size 47 Shimano MTB ME100 SPD, brand new in box including cleats. $65. Ph. 0483 891 099
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EUROMAID ELECTRIC BENCHTOP OVEN: 30Lt capacity, 2000w grill, 2 solid plate cook top Model MC 130T. Good quality $150. Ph. 0468 305 860
FIRE SAFES: Sentry fire safes. 1 large #1175 and 1 small $80 each. Ph 0455 281 915
FIREWOOD KINDLING: $5 Large bags, pickup at Coolum Beach Pony Club gate - 60 Tritonia Dr, Emu Mountain Estate.
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Community News
Amazing renovations, modern designs and heritage treasures...
Here’s your chance to look, learn and be inspired by the Sunshine Coast’s most captivating properties with Sunshine Coast Open House. The event, which is the region’s largest public architecture and design festival, includes an impressive calendar of events before the open weekend which is held on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October. Take part in walking tours, ‘Pints of the past’ heritage pubs tours, library architecture talks and a heritage town appreciation ‘Paint and sip’ event. Visit sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au for more details.
Get healthy and invigorate your life today
Healthy Sunshine Coast is Council’s flagship community health and wellbeing program. It is a holistic, low-cost program suitable for all ages and abilities. The program aims to help you move well, eat well, sleep well, think well, connect well and enjoy time in nature. The activities include Kid’s Yoga, Zumba, Aqua Aerobics and many, many more! All activities only cost $10 or $5 with a Health Care/ Pensioner Card. Visit Council’s website to find out more.
Unravel the mystery: go on a museum school holiday adventure
Museum Mystery Madness is back, offering a great family day out as you crack codes and solve clues at eight local museums across the region. Throughout September, simply visit a participating museum and complete the quiz for a chance to win one of five $50 school or office vouchers. Visit Council's Heritage website for more details.
Enjoy the spring equinox with a laid-back afternoon of live music in a bushland setting
On Saturday 21 September, amongst the spring flowers and the grandeur of gum trees at beautiful Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden, Seasonal Sessions is like a big community picnic with songwriters serenading the sunset. Grab your tickets now for this family-friendly event at Council's Events website.
It's birthing season for flying foxes
The female flying fox will give birth to one live pup and raise it. This means their numbers in parks and reserves near the coastline may grow, and it’ll get nosier as the young get older and call for their mums. This won’t last forever. Flying-foxes are seasonal animals that come and go. Visit Council's website for tips for living near flying foxes.
Watch Council’s next Ordinary Meeting
View online on Council's website or at Sunshine Coast City Hall Chambers on 26 September at 9am.
Calling local artists seeking funding to grow their skills, create new work or increase their audience
Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund grants support emerging and established artists, creative practitioners and producers to deliver projects that align with the Sunshine Coast Creative Arts Plan. The latest grant round is now open and will close on 7 October. Visit our website for details and to apply.
Now is the time to register your best mate
Registering your cat or dog, helps reunite them with you if they get lost and ensures pet-related services are provided where they’re needed most. Registration renewals are due by 30 September. So check your mailbox or email.
Get the latest Council news delivered directly to your inbox. Scan the QR code to sign up for the OurSC enewsletter.
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Principal ’s Post
TROY ASCOTT
COOLUM STATE HIGH SCHOOL
ON FRIDAY September 6, at the Brisbane Convention Centre, Coolum State High School was presented with a Showcase Award by the Minister for Education, Di Farmer, in recognition of our outstanding outcomes in the senior school. The Showcase Awards are the premier awards for state education in Queensland.
The award recognises the hard work of so many people at Coolum State High School, and the support of our community. It demonstrates that, within the wider education system, Coolum High is held in the highest esteem for the outcomes it has achieved for each one of our students.
The award celebrates more than just the high academic achievement for which we have become known. It celebrates every student. It celebrates our students with disabilities and those who nurture and support them. It celebrates our extraordinarily strong vocational education program and the many students who pass through this program. It celebrates the quiet work of organisations like St Vincent de Paul and Lions who quietly support us in the background. It
celebrates the staff members who have, without recognition, brought to school each day students who are in vulnerable situations.
At Coolum State High School we are prepared to do ‘whatever it takes’ to see every student succeed. That’s because we are part of a strong and vibrant state schooling system that doesn’t choose its students but adapts to each one of them and finds a way to see them succeed. The strength of a school isn’t who they are when they come in, it’s their skills and attitudes on their way out.
We are extremely proud of this award because we believe it celebrates everyone in our community who has supported us in any way. The quiet sponsors in our hour of need. The teachers who volunteer their time to tutor students until 4pm each day. The school staff who go the extra mile to make sure our school is always looking its best. This is an award for our community and its commitment to the success of all our children. I know that together we will continue this work for many years to come!
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UTOPIA
Fiona Simpson MP
MEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDORE
HELPING OTHERS
WE ARE officially in Spring, my favourite time of year. It is a season filled with watching birds nest (mindful of the swooping), flowers blooming, and a kiss of sunshine and beautiful breezes.
Spring also signals that Christmas is not far away, and before we know it, the Christmas lights will start popping up. However, this time of year can also be challenging for those going through tough times.
I want to give a shout-out to some wonderful community groups who are reaching out with kindness and practical help. Maybe you need to connect with them for help yourself or you wish to support them in their work.
Firstly, one amazing group is the Everyday Foundation, formerly known as Suncoast Care, who are fighting food insecurity. Based in Nambour they also cover our area of the Sunshine Coast. The Everyday Foundation runs a low-cost grocery store in Nambour, which serves over 1,000 people a week from Nambour to the Maroochydore Electorate and beyond who have a concession card. They also gave away over 52,000 free meals in 2023. This store plays a crucial role in supporting those experiencing financial hardship and food insecurity on the Sunshine Coast. The Foundation is currently expanding their services and moving to larger premises.
I was also approached by a special little girl named Tali and her dad, Adam, for support with her initiative for National Homeless Week. Tali started “Cangive” in 2023 after noticing some children at her school without lunch and wanting to help those struggling with hunger. I was honoured to be a ‘Canbassador’ and support her
charitable work. My office was overwhelmed and heartened by the outpouring of donations—our reception area was filled with hundreds of cans of food. Tali collected truckloads of cans this year, an outstanding achievement for an 8-year-old with a supportive father. These donations went to the Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre (another amazing group) and other homelessness services. Thank you to everyone who supported this event by donating at the Cangive collection points at my office, local schools, and kindergartens. Organisations and initiatives like these remind me why I love where I live as people respond with kindness and care to help our neighbourhood.
ELECTION ASSISTANCE –POSTAL VOTE AND EARLY VOTING INFORMATION
MY OFFICE is starting to get inquiries regarding early voting for the State Election on October 26 as people plan their lives and may not be on the Sunshine Coast. As more information is released I will share it with you, but so far the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) has advised that early voting centres will be open Monday to Friday, from October 14 to 25 October 2024 from 8am-6pm (excluding the weekend) at locations still to be advised. Postal voting will also be available.
As always, don’t hesitate to contact me if there is anything that I can be of assistance withcontact me care of my office on 5406 7100 or maroochydore@ parliament.qld.gov.au
The Maroochydore electorate office was an official ‘Canbassador’ drop off point recently with the initiative spearheaded by young Tali who started ‘Cangive’ with the donated cans given to the Maroochydore Neighbourhood Centre for those in need. Photo: Contributed
Community news
MEALS ON WHEELS
Meals on Wheels Coolum Beach has had a place in the hearts and homes of the Coolum Community for more than 40 Years.
We prepare fresh nutritious meals and deliver them to people’s homes to enable them to live independently.
We also provide a social contact, a friendly smile and a chat to check all is well and make a difference to someone’s day.
Our volunteers are the core of our service – preparing and delivering meals as well as helping in the office.
We couldn’t do what we do without their help.
We are always on the lookout for new volunteers to join our team. Can you spare a few hours a month to help keep the wheels running smoothly?
Why not give us a call to find out more? It could make your day! Please call 5446 1000 to find out how to be part of our community.
COOLUM DOG WALKERS
Free dog walking group in Coolum area. Meet once a week for an hour’s walk for doggies and their people to socialise. Everyone is welcome if your dog is not reactive. To participate join the group’s Facebook page ‘Coolum dog walkers’ for details of upcoming walks.
QUOTA CLUB
OF COOLUM BEACH
Quota Club of Coolum is a group of dedicated women who have been raising funds to support disadvantaged people in the local community for 30 years. If you would like to join, we would love to hear from you. For information contact Sandra Verrall on 0457 355 734 or secretary@ quotacoolum.com.au.
We raise funds though our Pop-Up stalls, held in the courtyard at Pacific on Coolum, corner of Birtwill St and Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach.
The next stall for the year will be on Thursday 3rd October from 8.30 am to 12 pm. We would also like to thank our loyal supporters who come to our stall in all weathers to buy our home-made items.
MAROOCHY NORTH SHORE
LIONS/MUDJIMBA SURF CLUB
FUNDRAISER
Egg & Bacon Burgers/Sausage Sizzle (BBQ) Mudjimba Surf Club. 21st September 6.30 am to 1.00 pm
GENEALOGY SUNSHINE COAST - WRITING WORKSHOP
Would you like to write up your family history into a story format. If so, book into one of our workshops on Saturday 28th Sep or 26th Oct. Cost is $8/half day or $15 for members and $15/half day or $25/full day for non-members. Ph. 5329 2315 for bookings. Morning/tea supplied and bring own lunch.
COOLUM HeARTS
Coolum HeARTs offers low-cost access to a range of activities to all in the community. We have great facilitators and volunteers ready to welcome you to art, djembe drumming, choir, ukulele, mosaics, meditation and gentle yoga. Our women’s hub and men’s resilience groups meet regularly. When you join as a member you will pay only $5 to $10 per session. Follow us on Facebook, on-line at www.coolumhearts.com.au or phone 0478 646 330.
AUSTRALIAN INDEPENDENT RETIREES (AIR)
NOOSA BRANCH
Investment Discussion Group Meeting: Thursday 18th September, 9:30am start @ Uniting Church, Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach. Visitors welcome – first 2 visits free. For further information telephone 0417
431 303 or email: airnoosasecretary@gmail.com www.facebook.com/AIRNoosa
WRITERS - SHAPE YOUR STORY
Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, YA, any genre. Meet other writers, share your written words, discuss how they are written.
Each Wednesday, 10.30am Yandina School of Arts, 11 Farrell St. Downstairs Studio, off Stevens Street contact Carol via email caracarol@ hotmail.com
There is magic in creative writing and sharing it with other writers.
ANGLICAN CHURCH COFFEE
MORNING
Free coffee and delicious toasties along with a friendly chat are available every Thursday from 10am to noon on the back lawn of the Anglican church, 25 Beach Road, Coolum Beach. Everyone is welcome to join us in caring for each other and connecting with others in the community.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Meetings are at the Coolum Surf Club on the third Monday of the month. Members share experiences, hear from guest speakers and researchers on videos about how to live better with Parkinson’s Disease and to slow its progress. For more information phone Peter Wylie on 0429361301.
COOL CONNECTIONS
WOMEN’S GROUP
Inviting all ladies to our group where we bring together women from all walks of life to enjoy each other’s company and form friendships. Meeting from 9.30am to 11.30am each Friday (during school term) at Yaroomba Meeting Place, 1443 David Low Way, Yaroomba. Entry fee includes morning tea, guest speakers or activities. Esme 0408 077 882.
COOLUM BEACH COMBINED PROBUS CLUB
Coolum Beach Combined Probus Club is for retired and semi-retired people looking for friendship and fun. Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday the 3rd of September @ 9.15 am sharp at The Uniting Church 22 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach. A generous morning tea is provided (small fee for guests $3.50). For all enquirers please Phone Faye 0419 644 651.
NINDERRY BRANCH ALP MONTHLY MEETING
The Ninderry branch of the ALP holds its monthly meeting on the 3rd Sunday of each month at the Coolum Beach Hotel starting at 10.30 AM. Visitors are welcome and you are also invited to join us afterwards for lunch. You can also log into our Facebook page for up-to-date details of other events. https://www.facebook.com/ALPNinderry. For more information and to book, please contact Bill Gissane on 0477 049 157.
COOLUM CONNECTIONS
Join us for Relaxed Mid-Week Worship every first Thursday of the Month at 9.30 am. Coolum Salvos meets at Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. Enquires 5335-8500. All welcome!
MARCOOLA COMMUNITY GROUP
We would like to invite new members and visitors to our meetings where we discuss concerns and development of Marcoola area and beaches. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday, every second month at 7pm.
marcoolacommunity@gmail.com. Phone April 0413 137 182
COOLUM CRAFT GROUP
If you enjoy craft and good company join the Coolum Craft Group. We meet every Tuesday, in the Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. 2pm – 4pm. A variety of crafts are on offer and our friendly participants are always ready to lend a hand or maybe you have a craft you could teach the rest of the group.
New members welcome and for $3 you will receive tea/coffee and cake/ biscuit as well as a fun few hours. For more information, please contact Patricia: 0403 017 247.
HOME LEAGUE COOLUM BEACH
Are you looking to make new meaningful friendships? This women’s group meets every Thursday 9.3011 at the Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. (We take a break during School Holidays). Come and check us out. Morning tea is a highlight. We’d love to meet you. Ask for Chris: 0478 584573.
COOLUM BRIDGE CLUB –YAROOMBA MEETING PLACE Enquiries info@coolumbridgeclub.com Sessions as follows:
MONDAY - 9am for Start 9.15
- 12.40
TUESDAY - 12.45 for 1 pm start Supervised Play (Contact Ali 0422791748 for more info).
THURSDAY - 12.45 for Start 1pm - 4.30
SATURDAY - 12.45 for Start 1pm - 4.30
Partnership Contact: Trish Gatt on 0412 546 575 Do
Tuesday, 27th August
Social Bowls
1st T & P Spencer +23
2nd J & B Burkitt +19
3rd I Belsham, C Belsham, Y Walsh +19
4th S Moss, P Bartlett +17
Wednesday, 28th August
Social Bowls
Winner of Winners B Smith, P Judge +17
Winner of Losers P Carmody, T Quinn +20
Thursday, 29th
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
For all details and online entry go to: https://coolumbeachbowls.com.au/events-calendar/ dalton-financial-mens-pairs/
Sports News
• Richardson & Wrench Coolum
$8,000 Mixed Medley – 23 & 24 November 2024
For all details and online entry go to: https://coolumbeachbowls.com.au/events-calendar/ rw-medley-24-october/ Weekly Bowls Program
• Social bowls every Tuesday Open
JAKSON SHEARER COOLUM COLTS
As the Coolum Colts get ready to play in their inaugural A Grade Grand Final this Sunday, Colt Jakson Shearer lets the community know what this special team is all about.
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A COLT
BEING part of the Coolum Colts’ journey to the A Grade Grand Final—especially for the first time in the club’s history— is incredibly special to me and a dream come true.
Having played for this club since I was in the Under 7’s or 8’s, I’ve grown up with the Colts, and this moment feels like the culmination of years of dedication and passion. The fact that it’s only our second year in the A Grade competition makes this achievement even more meaningful.
Last season laid a strong foundation for us; we learned invaluable lessons and narrowly missed out on turning several close games into victories. I believe it has prepared us for the success we’re now experiencing this year.
Many of my mates, who I’ve grown up playing alongside, are still heavily involved with the club—whether they’re playing, coaching, or supporting from the sidelines. It’s been amazing to see so many Colts juniors stick with the club, alongside new faces who’ve seamlessly become part of this special playing group.
We’ve all been through a lot together, toiling through the lower grades, winning premierships, and staying united through every challenge. My Dad played a huge role in helping revive the senior C Grade side, which had a lot of success
after a long hiatus, making this moment even more significant for me.
We couldn’t have reached this point without the incredible support and guidance from our coaching staff and trainers, both current and former, like Matt Smith and Russell Bebbington. The local Coolum community has also been a massive part of our journey, standing by us through thick and thin and “filling the hill”. I’d like to give a special mention to our club president, Simon Kidman, and our former president, Josh Olsen, who have been instrumental in getting us here. Their leadership and dedication have been key to our success.
We also wouldn’t be where we are without our fearless Club Captain, Luke “Dukesy” Philips. As a dedicated club junior, Dukesy would like nothing more than to be out there leading us, if not for the injury he sustained early in the season. His passion for the club and the jersey over the years has been crucial in shaping our success and the strong culture we cherish at the club. I have no doubt we will be drawing on his enthusiasm and passion on the field.
To run out onto the field on Grand Final Day, wearing the Colts jersey, surrounded by my teammates, friends, family, and the Coolum community, is a memory I’ll cherish forever. I can’t wait to represent the club on this incredible stage, and I’m proud to be a part of something so historic. Up the Colts!
Pairs 1pm, Wednesday Men’s Pairs 1pm, Thursday Open Pairs 1pm, Friday Open Pairs 1pm, Sunday Scroungers 10am.
• For all social bowls enquiries contact the Social Bowls Coordinator on 0499 167922.
• Barefoot bowls every Friday
BY PAT CAVANAGH
AFTER entering an A Grade team in the local Rugby League competition for the first time in 2023, the Coolum Colts Rugby League team has won their way into the 2024 Sunshine Coast and Gympie Rugby League A Grade Grand Final to be placed this Sunday, September 15 at Sunshine Coast Stadium at Kawana.
Playing in front of a record home crowd of approximately 750 spectators two weeks ago, the A Grade Colts team qualified for the Grand Final with a 10 to 4 victory over Noosa.
This Sunday at the Sunshine Coast Stadium they will be playing the current premiers Beerwah in the Grand Final decider.
Coolum has won a number of Junior, C Grade and Reserve Grade titles since the club was formed in 1989 and the players, coaches, officials and the many supporters will
night from 4.30-7pm and Sunday afternoon from 1-5pm. For all barefoot bowls enquiries, including social functions, contact the Club Manager on 5446 1153.
• Coaching is provided free of charge every Wednesday morning commencing at 10am. For all coaching enquiries, contact the Coaching Coordinator on 0493 216779.
be hoping for the club’s first A Grade title this Sunday.
Club President Simon Kidman was thrilled with how the Colts have played.
“Our journey this year to the A Grade Grand Final is not only a significant achievement for the club, but it has also brought our small community together and we have a strong and vocal supporter base that rallies behind us along with our many sponsors.”
The Colts are hoping that Coolum is well represented on Sunday down at the stadium.
“Let’s make history together. Wear your colours, bring your energy, and let’s show our team the support they need to become the 2024 premiers!”
This Sunday is an historic moment for the club and all Coolum Colts supporters who have been involved at any level over the last 35 years are encouraged to come along and “fill the hill” at Sunshine Coast Stadium to overflowing.
The club is running supporters’ buses to the Grand Final and more information can be found via the Colts Facebook.
Coolum beat Noosa to make their way into the A Grade Grand Final.
The Coolum Colts – set to play for the A Grade Grand Final this Sunday against Beerwah. The hill was full of supporters to watch the Colts secure a Grand Final spot. Photos: Cordelia Turner.
Under cover area next to green #3. New players welcome.
HI VIS PROMO Tradies welcome. Prize draw end of month.
MEMBERS PROMO NIFTY FIFTY Swipe your card to win.
TRIVIA NIGHT - Last Wednesday of the month. 7pm Register for a 7:15pm start- Free to enter! 7PM
THURSDAY
5:30PM - 6PM
5:30PM - 6PM
6:30PM
JAG THE JOKER Enter from 4pm. Jackpot increases by $100 each week.
MAX’S HOOPS Register by 5pm.
entry. You
be a Social member to play.
FRIDAY TGIF RAFFLE IS BACK Tickets on sale from 5pm prizes are $100 meat tray, carton of beer, breakfast tray then a 6 pack of beer. Drawn around 6:45pm. 5PM
SATURDAY
10AM - 2:15PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 • 7PM-11PM
LATE FOR WOODSTOCK 60’S / 70’S TRIBUTE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 • 7PM-11PM
LAST DAY OPEN IS FRIDAY 27 TH SEPTEMBER OPEN 7 DAYS LUNCH 11:30AM - 2:00PM
THE BOWLO BIG SPIN
4 lucky gaming members will be drawn for a chance at $200.
