FROM THE BEST TO TAKE SUNRISE SNAPS
One of our regular contributors now has an exci ng new venture which involves actual hands-on experience taking photos. Kerry Mulgrew’s (aka ‘Kezign’) walking photography classes will take place out in the great outdoors and will use our stunning natural landscape, par cularly our coastline as inspira on. These are prac cal tours which are designed to be engaging and an explora on of your own crea ve photography with the help of an experienced photographic guide. Kerry has been an avid photographer all her life and she combines her photography-design educa on with local knowledge to deliver three hours that will enrich your photography experience. The tours will be small in number but huge in learning and are for anyone who wants to strengthen their photographic knowledge. Both smartphone and DSLR users are accommodated for. If you want to learn how to take stunning photos such as the one above which Kerry took just last month or are looking for the perfect gi , then get in touch and book your spot now. Book on kezignphotography.com.au or email Kezign@bigpond.com
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VANESSA BACON HALL
BOTH Development Watch and Sunshine Coast Environment Council are waiting on the advice of their legal team as to whether they should appeal the decision handed down by Her Honour Judge Nicole Kefford in early June which approved the Yaroomba Beach development. From that decision on June 8 the two community groups acting as appellants in the legal proceedings have 30 business days to appeal, taking this decision to July 20. A Development Watch (DW) spokesperson stated that they would take the advice given to them by their legal team and will appeal if that is advised.
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DW believe that the recent approval does not listen to the community, and they do not understand this.
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“Her Honour has gone to extraordinary lengths to ensure an approval was forthcoming… at the end of the day if seven-storey buildings are approved for Yaroomba there will be implications for all surrounding areas including Coolum and of course the Palmer Coolum Resort. It could also result in increased building heights for Coolum and surrounds in the new Planning Scheme.”
“So many community members and organisations have fought for such a long time to ensure that the integrity of the Town Plan is upheld, providing hope for the future of our oceans, beaches and wildlife, and in particular the loggerhead turtles.”
Division 8 Councillor Jason O’Pray who was one of the councillors who voted against the development which will be in his division stated that he would support the community as much as he possibly could.
“I have been incredibly vocal about this development from when it first came out and I have always supported the community.
Ms Simpson further went on to state that development on the site needs to stick to the town plan.
“I would like to see a worldclass hotel to provide jobs and opportunities in the area, but it must be a project which is consistent with the town plan and community in which it is located.”
Ninderry MP Dan Purdie also made his concerns known.
“Although the development is not in my electorate and I’ve got no authority to influence the outcome, I am mindful this is an important issue for the community.”
DW stated that if they do appeal again, it will be a costly exercise.
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Since the recent decision and judgement was handed down there has been vocal support for the appellants and dismay at the decision to allow a development which will go against the existing town plan to be given the green light.
Local ALP members stated their dissatisfaction directly after the announcement.
“Melinda Dodds Spokesperson for the ALP Ninderry, John Munden Spokesperson for the ALP Buderim and Trent Howard President of the ALP
“I hope the people of Yaroomba and the community know exactly where I stand.”
Mr O’Pray also stated that he was not able to comment further due to Sunshine Coast Council being one of the respondents in the case along with Sekisui House.
Maroochydore Member Fiona Simpson whose state electorate covers the site of the proposed development also stated her support for the community and their concerns.
“I am still concerned about departure from the local plan,
“We will be liaising with our legal team on a further Appeal to the Supreme Court and we have 30 business days within which to file the Notice of Appeal. If we decide to Appeal again, we will need to raise funds to cover the cost of our legal fees.
“The last appeal cost just under $100,000.00.”
The Advertiser will keep you updated in the next edition out on July 26 as to whether not an Appeal will proceed.
Sleeping rough to raise funds & awareness for those who do it nightly
IN A SIGN of the times more people than ever are fi ing that they need the services of St Vincent De Paul, with homelessness one of the main issues affecting many on the Sunshine Coast right now.
To raise awareness and funds about this issue, Sunshine Coast Council representatives united with other leaders across the country for the ‘Vinnies CEO Sleepout’ which took place in late June.
Sunshine Coast Council CEO Emma Thomas, Councillor Maria Suarez and Group Executives Greg Laverty, Debra Robinson and Scott Taylor experienced a cold winter’s night on Mooloolaba Beach for just one night.
The reality though is that many are doing this night in and night out.
CEO Emma Thomas said over the last few years we had all become more aware of our increasing number of local residents and Australians experiencing tough times and who might be at risk of fi nding themselves without a safe place to call home.
“This is the second time I’ve participated in this event, which is growing with more and more support each year,” Ms Thomas said.
“Whilst we will experience one night, we are mindful of people who face uncertainty more often.”
“Council is also preparing a Housing and Homelessness Action Plan, which will outline actions to help address housing and homelessness on the Sunshine Coast.
Australians who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness.”
All funds raised will help Vinnies’ vital services stay upand-running all year round. These services include food, accommodation, education, counselling, employment and health programs for those who are impacted by homelessness.
Vinnies Sunshine Coast Diocesan President Beryl Rowan said the CEO Sleepout is crucial in helping the growing number of locals experiencing homelessness, especially as the state-wide rental crisis and rising cost-of-living continues to contribute to an increased number of households experiencing financial strain.
tangible impact on the lives of individuals facing housing and financial insecurity.
“While it’s just for one night, the annual event is a powerful catalyst for change. It sparks conversations, fosters empathy and drives government and industry bodies to work together with us, to find solutions to address homelessness in our community,” she said.
All money raised will go to the St Vincent de Paul Society to support impacted Australians.
If you would like to donate to this worthwhile cause, please visit: https://www.ceosleepout.org.au/
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“We raised nearly $200,000 last year and are hoping to raise even more than that this year to provide emergency accommodation during this ongoing housing crisis,” Beryl said.
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Le ers to the editor
GO CARD
Dear editor,
After more than 10 years of Go-card in Qld, the Sunshine Coast finally has Translink, a permanent network of inspectors, working in threes, monitoring, and recording fare evaders locally. They surprise commuters by boarding buses in the middle of bus journeys at random stops, checking tickets and Go-cards. Fare evasion has been endemic on the Sunshine Coast Translink network. It is blatant theft. Fare evaders exploit the local bus company policy of drivers not being responsible for those who board without a legitimate ticket or Go-card. Formerly, drivers simply record the evasions on their computers, without confrontation or challenging the evaders. Many fare evaders are young adults who use the public transport system to socialise. It is worse during school holidays as they move around, literally freely. The element of surprise is the best weapon inspectors use to confront those who have no intention of paying, as fare evasion had never been sincerely challenged. Now Translink inspectors record details of all those without legitimate proof of payment, with just a warning, when fare evaders are caught repeating the crime, a $287 fine is forwarded through the mail to their address. However, personal details given may be false, but this, too,
often scares the guilty to ensure next time they will pay. Those unconscionable citizens who board our buses, expecting the taxpayer to subsidise their ride, are now confronted with reality. Honest commuters, always prepared to pay, have watched this play out for years. The Go-card system makes it difficult for tourists who arrive, expecting to pay cash. The cashless system on our buses was introduced during Covid and tickets available have never been reinstated on buses. Difficulty lies in the very limited places Go-card top-up and tickets are available, away from the train stations and bus depots. However, visitors need to contact public transport operators before they arrive, to ensure they do the right thing. Things are changing and affirmative action is finally being taken to set this right. Better late than never. There is no such thing as a free ride, anymore. The word is out! E. Rowe, Marcoola. .
ROBODEBT
Dear editor, The Robodebt scammers operated from 2014 to 2020 - ‘Venality’: corrupt, prepared to take bribes; ‘Incompetence’: not qualified or able (to do); ‘Cowardice’: lacking courage. Who voted for these scammers? Just asking for a friend. Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.
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A LITTLE bit of country, a little bit of jazz, some blues and world music with a whole lot of exceptional guitar playing, will be the order of the night as the highly anticipated Acoustic Guitar Spectacular graces the stage of the Coolum Civic Centre on Saturday July 22 - the night will literally be a showcase of ‘fretboard fireworks’!
The concert series which will be touring the Sunshine Coast this July will feature the talents of three critically acclaimed guitar virtuosos who will each entertain with their special brand and style of acoustic guitar playing.
Audiences and guitar aficionados are in for a treat as they witness the storytelling, songs, humour and dynamic playing from this highly entertaining trio. Showcasing solo and ensemble performances, these diverse guitarists offer a rare opportunity to experience an abundance of extraordinary musical talent on a single stage.
Critically acclaimed Brisbane guitarist Michael Fix will serve as the host for these special concerts and Michael is renowned for his breathtaking fingerstyle guitar playing and captivating compositions.
Michael has enchanted audiences across Australia and the world through his extensive touring and has released numerous albums and garnered multiple awards, including three Country Music Golden Guitar Awards.
Joining Michael in this spectacular musical journey are fellow-Queenslanders Minnie Marks and Sam Shepherd with Michael stating it is an honour to be working with such great artists across the Sunshine Coast.
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Dear editor,
Much has been made in the mainstream media about the findings of the Robodebt Royal Commission. Many who have not had the need to receive payments from Centrelink, may wonder what this has to do with them?
It may not personally affect you but spare a thought for the families and friends of those who this horrendous, illegal, cruel scheme impacted. Centrelink was aware that some of them had existing issues and were classed as vulnerable. Some were hounded to the point it drove them to despair and suicide.
Tragically, two beautiful young men who are no longer with us. Spare a thought for their brave mothers who gave evidence at the Royal Commission. May they find solace in the findings and hopefully justice will be dished up to those who perpetrated and enabled this atrocious, malicious Robodebt scheme.
Robyn Deane, Bli Bli.
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for guitar enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
“This time around, we are thrilled to showcase a fresh new take on the event, featuring the extraordinary talents of Minnie and Sam.
“These two young guitarists are exceptional, and together, we have crafted something truly magical for this tour!”
Minnie Marks, a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, is a force to be reckoned with on the guitar. Her rich bluesy tones and remarkable skills have earned her the distinction of being hailed as one of the finest young guitar players in the country.
Sam Shepherd, an up and coming, award-winning guitarist, possesses a unique playing style that draws from a wide
The Acoustic Guitar Spectacular will tour Coolum, Maleny, Pomona and Eudlo with details on each concert below.
Saturday 22 July, Coolum
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Thursday 27 July, Maleny
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Saturday 29 July, Majestic Theatre, Pomona
Sunday 30 July, Eudlo Hall
Full Event Details: redchair.com.au/what-s-on/ event/574-acoustic-guitar-spectacular
The Acoustic Guitar Spectacular Sunshine Coast tour is presented by local performing arts company Red Chair with the support of the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. This initiative was supported through the Creative
FOUR Sundale residents gathered recently to share more than 400 years of combined wisdom at a special morning tea at Sundale in Nambour in recognition of their birthdays. Coolum Waters resident Marie Rose Clarke (pictured third, L-R) who is 104 said that the secret to her long life was hard work! “I started work at the age of 14 scrubbing floors on my hands and knees and doing ironing with a flat iron
that was heated on the stove.”
The other ladies Peg Morse, Lois Mayers and Phyllis Butt who are all 103 stated that being thankful, eating well and not being a gossip were great attributes for a long and healthy life. Sundale is a community based, not for profit organisation that has been supporting the needs of the community via Retirement Communities, Care Centres, and In-Home Care support services since
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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.
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Faces of North Shore
Max Veivers
BY VANESSA BACON-HALL
The Advertiser will take you on a journey through the life of people in our community – the characters, the notable ones and just those with an interesting story to tell. This edition we look at young football player Max Veivers.
HOLA! Seville is on the line and a chance to play the world game in Europe is calling. For just fourteen-year-old Coolum student and football star Max Veivers, a once in a lifetime opportunity has literally just become a reality with the offer to play, live and breathe football (aka soccer) in Spain.
Without having to think twice Max, with the blessing of his parents, Angie Dunbaven and Andrew Veivers will be jetting across the globe to Seville in the south of Spain to reside at a football academy and to play for a local club.
From September of this year until June 2024 Max will be attending the International High Performance Football Academy (Spain Soccer Academy) where the Academy describes what they do as, “Football is our life”.
The Academy offers players aged 14-23 years from any country in the world the opportunity to live the experience of feeling the Spanish style of soccer, practicing with professional coaches and competing with Spanish teams.
Academy participants will have 20hours of training a week as well as language studies and regular school classes and play in regular matches.
“I won’t believe this is really happening until I’m there,” Max said.
Max describes football as his number one passion in life and to make it big or to get anywhere as a professional as an Australian, the only path to follow is one that is overseas as Australia just does not have the pathways available in football as yet.
Not letting that get in the way of his sporting dream, Max applied to many academies sending in his academic and sporting results and playing reel, and then the dream opportunity became a reality with that offer from Seville.
Currently playing for the Sunshine Coast Fire and the academy program at Kawana Waters State College, Max recounted that his love of foot-
ball started in Coolum.
“I started playing right here when I was two and that’s when I fell in love with football.
“I was doing the little Kiddie Kicks back then – just playing and having fun with my friends here in the Civic Centre.”
Max’s parents said that they took him initially to the Kiddie Kicks at the Civic Centre due to feeling guilty about not being into any sports and little did they know that it would become such a huge part of his life which he chose completely of his own accord.
The coaches from a young age were instrumental for Max and gave him the passion to stay with football. When many others were turning to surfing or other ball sports, Max stayed with the beautiful game, citing watching his fi rst World Cup when he was five as a pivotal moment.
“2014, that was the one that made me realise that’s what I want to do.”
And now the dream to play professionally is starting to become a reality by going over at 14 to train at a Football Academy.
“I want to stay there… the idea of going over there is not just to go there for 10 months but to be there permanently,”
Max said enthusiastically.
“My goal is to get a professional contract and I don’t
care when I get that but that I do get one and playing for a team in the champions league would be my absolute dream.”
Max explained that most of the well-known Australian players have all done a similar thing where they go over at a young age.
“Not enough money is put into soccer in Australia and its disappointing because we all get it into our heads that to make it you have to go to either South America or Europe.”
And despite these limitations with progression Max explained what it was about football that he loves so much.
“I think it’s a really exciting sport to watch. To play, it’s very skilful and it involves a lot more training for all physical aspects – you can’t have any weak spots in your game.”
And rounding off our chat, Max who said his best position is striker declared his favourite teams.
“I support Manchester City and in the World Cup each four years, Australia is my team, and the Matildas are awesome.”
We wish you the best of luck Max and no doubt look forward to you wearing the green and gold for Australia one day on the World Cup stage.
Do you have an interesting person that you think the Advertiser should feature? Send in your suggestions to editor@coolumadvertiser.com.au
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Young Max playing for Coolum Football Club. Photo: Angie Dunbaven
Max Veivers with two of his early Coolum coaches - Shawn and Norbert who were instrumental in fostering his love of football. Max will be spending the next ten months at a Spanish Football Academy in Seville. Photo: Vanessa Bacon-Hall
VENUES Coolum Bli Bli Mudjimba Tewantin
A look back in time
A BOUNTIFUL HARVEST
DURING the recent NAIDOC week commemorations, I was asked about the foods which would have been available before non-indigenous settlers came to our areaand the enquirer was amazed when I suggested that this is an area where a very wide range of culinary delights were available to our Gubbi Gubbi people from earliest days.
When we think of the Sunshine Coast, we usually think of the ocean, which was a major source of seafood, especially in August and September when “mullet runs” occurred. Gaiarbau, a Jinibara man, described how a ‘lookout’ would hide in beachside scrub until mullet came close, then throw sandballs to bring them close to the shore, where men with nets of cotton-tree or wattle fibre encircled them.
Large middens near Stumers Creek have shown that shellfish were bountiful, and nearby, pigweed seeds were tasty and pandanus fruits could be roasted. Further inland, particularly along Coolum Creek, native ginger provided delicious ginger seeds and red mangroves grew abundantly (although these needed lengthy treatment to be edible), and fresh-water fish and crabs were abundant.
area, although not as plentifully as in the Blackall Ranges, or on the distant Bunya Mountains, where large gatherings from multiple indigenous groups would gather every third year for harvest. On Mount Coolum, delicious “native raspberries” grew, and trees near the mountain offered lilly-pillies, macadamia nuts and quandong fruits. Hollow trees provided ‘Kabbai’, pure white honey, and ‘Ku-ta’, dark honey with a slightly sour taste. Kangaroos were speared in heavily treed areas but in areas with fewer trees they were killed by nu lla-clubs, thrown when the animals were in the air, or between hops, when their legs were more easily hit. Inland from the coast, the clear, fresh water of the
upper reaches of Coolum Creek, and other local streams attracted groups of women who dug and treated “bungwall” fern by digging out the stems with sharp sticks, partly drying them in the sun, roasting them in ashes, then pounding them with rocks into a powder, or ‘flour’. At one local site, a few kilometres inland from Coolum Beach, large rocks, hollowed in the centre, and smaller stones which fit those hollows, have been found on a tiny promontory beside the stream at that site. Over the years, particularly in the cane fields, several local farmers have found these ‘grinding-stones’ on their paddocks – the stones have ‘floated’ to the top with regular ploughing. The large stones appear to have been carried from the Blackall Range above Nambour, while the smaller stones come from near our local site.
We are lucky that our area has this rich historical harvest – enjoy it!
Tall bunya trees grew in today’s Centenary Heights
SHORE THINGS: FUNDS FLOW FOR SEASIDE ENHANCEMENTS
Beautifying Ocean Street, Maroochydore, upgrades to North Shore Sports Complex and bringing the Marcoola Master Plan to life are among the Division 8 highlights in the Sunshine Coast Council 202324 Budget. Without doubt, this is the best budget I’ve seen for Division 8. I am so very chuffed, and I’m absolutely certain the community will agree.
My focus this financial year is really around getting the little things right for my communities. Our neighbourhoods will directly benefit from $5 million to make a number of improvements to pathways, parks and gardens across Coolum Beach, Marcoola, Maroochydore, Mount Coolum, Mudjimba, Pacific Paradise, Point Arkwright, Sunshine Cove, Twin Waters and Yaroomba.
I am so very pleased to see Mudjimba featured so prominently in Council’s budget again this year. Council will contribute $700,000 towards the North Shore MultiSports Complex Clubhouse, matching a $700,000 Queensland Government grant through the SouthEast Queensland Community Stimulus Program.
An ‘entry statement’ for our beautiful beachside village of Mudjimba includes new signage and line marking identifying entry into the residential area to improve safety. Also, in Mudjimba, $323,000 will be spent improving Power Memorial Park barbeque shelters, a gate
renewal, and to ensure our youngsters can play safely, new play equipment. Marcoola projects that have gained funding include continuation of upgrades to Keith Royal Oval Park amenities, Marcoola Beach Streetscaping and aspects of the Master Plan thanks to all the community feedback.
WHAT’S ON THIS WINTER
There’s so much happening this winter - from RoboRAVE at UniSC, go and watch some robo battles in the ring (July 15&16), to the almost sold out Rabbitohs v Broncos match (July 21) at Sunshine Coast Stadium.
NRLW Round 1 also kicks off at the Stadium (July 22), Broncos v Roosters, it will no doubt be a blockbuster season opener. Plus, there are all kinds of competitions including veteran’s cricket, coastal rowing, Oztag and surfing events that you can support.
For 100+ food experiences check out The Curated Plate program. Caloundra Music Festival has dropped an epic line-up this year. Horizon Festival presents heaps of artsy events featuring local artists, presenting alongside an impressive array of national and internationally renowned acts. A must do, is Dawn Awakening (Sep 3) at Stumers Creek. You can visit events. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au to find out more about any of these events. See you ‘round Div 8!
Coolum Creek was an important Gubbi Gubbi centre for the harvest of local foodstuffs. Photo: John Windolf
Grants for rural property owners now open
to complete on-ground environment projects on their private property, with Council’s Landholder Environment Grants open now. Grants of up to $15,000 are available for projects like bush regeneration; reducing sediment loss on farms; revegetating degraded areas; controlling environmental weeds; modifying non-boundary fencing to make it wildlife friendly; and establishling
Please read the Grant Guidelines on Council's website and submit your expression of interest before 14 August.
National Tree Day fun for the family Book now for Doonan Planting Festival, a National Tree Day event, on Sunday 30 July. Bring family and friends out to Doonan Creek Environment Reserve, Verrierdale to plant food and habitat trees for koalas, glossy other wildlife. Enjoy this free event with tree planting, wildlife display, craft activities, stalls, events.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
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Have your say: equal opportunities for all By 2028, Council wants the Sunshine Coast to be a region where people of all abilities have equitable opportunities to live, work, visit and play. Council has prepared a Draft Inclusion Action Plan for People with Disability 2024-2028. You can provide your feedback via a survey or at library drop-in sessions. Visit Council’s Have Your Say website for more information and to provide your feedback before 31 July.
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The 2024 Heritage Calendar Competition is on now. This year’s theme is Happy Snaps: Holiday times on the Sunshine Coast. Send images of your fondest local holidays, camping,
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Watch Council’s next Ordinary Meeting online or at Sunshine Coast City Hall Chambers – 27 July at 9am. Have you booked your Horizon Festival experience yet?
with free and ticketed arts events from the coast to the hinterland from 25 August to music, performances, workshops and more at the Wonderland Spiegeltent festival hub in
Australia's largest wearable art show
The Australian Wearable Art Festival returns in 2023. Merging art, science, fashion and technology will result in wearable pieces of art and sculptures that inspire, intrigue and motivate on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 August at Venue 114. Book tickets from $60 at venue114.com.au.
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Sandy Bolton MP MEMBER FOR NOOSA
WITH the State Budget released, for the Noosa electorate specifically we had joy, as well a disappointment in the non-allocation for the expansion of the Advanced Manufacturing Hub at Sunshine Beach State High School. All items including those already announced or in process we have posted to Noosa 360 (www.SandyBolton.com/ Noosa360), along with a copy of my speech which contains Noosa specifics and for broader Queensland which we shall be querying during the Budget Estimates Hearings. This includes why with a $12b surplus, more is not being put into our housing crisis, youth crime and for our small to medium businesses who continue to experience ongoing hardships from lack of staff, increased rentals, inflations and
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On the Unitywater front, a reminder for our businesses that the new pricing structure for wastewater has now come into effect, and as part of a staged approach, the first bill includes 50% of the increases. Should any of our small businesses in the Tier 1 category be impacted adversely, please email us on noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au so we can raise this with the Minister for Small Business to further efforts to see impacts mitigated as even though matters relating to Unitywater do not come under the jurisdiction of State Government, we can advocate for other forms of relief for our small operators. Regarding Burgess Creek, Noosa Council and Unity Water are working together on this as readings degrade
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CELEBRATE OUR NATIVE FAUNA AND FLORA
OVER the weekend an afternoon drive in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland landed us in the quaint town of Kenilworth. Travelling via Eumundi or Mapleton you can wind through the valleys and over the ranges to this popular destination. Cafes, bakeries, shops, kid’s playgrounds and the Kenilworth Cheese Factory are some of the many attractions.
Kenilworth has a great deal to offer and we were fortunate to arrive on the day of the ‘Sights of Fantasy’ art show exhibiting the works of 30 Sunshine Coast artists. The Kenilworth Public Hall had a closing party with a local community choir and an opportunity to speak to the artists as they showed off their works.
The inspirations for many of the works were from nature and I was particularly appreciative of ‘The Locals’ which depicted a group of Tawny Frogmouths by Kerry
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as released water moves past contributors such as households and roads, and we look forward to the findings with further information posted to Noosa 360, simply search ‘Unitywater’.
It was an absolute pleasure to catch up with so many residents and businesses on our Eastern Beaches Road Trip, aka ‘Moby’ from Sunshine to Peregian Beach, with Sunrise and Marcus in between! We welcomed ‘newbies’ Peter and Dan of ‘O-Ren’, as well ultimately failing to resist in some retail therapy! To finish the day, we updated Peregian Family & Friends members on State matters, as well those outside our realm however of interest including Burgess Creek and flight paths. With representatives from Bonza and Sunshine Coast Airport also giving updates, it was a very informative evening. Thank you to everyone who made this ‘moby’ so special.
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feelings in her illustrations of native wildlife that really connected with me.
An art show that has many natural themes depicting our native fauna and flora is very appropriate to be in Kenilworth. Kenilworth is a gateway to the Mary Valley, the Conondale and Blackall Ranges and other outstanding natural places. There are many walks and nature-based camping experiences in Kenilworth and surrounding areas. You might like to sketch, paint or photograph your own works on a visit to this amazing natural area.
However, we have many opportunities to experience nature in our backyards and walks in conservation parks like Mount Gul’um or Noosa that might lead you to start your own creative endeavours or capture that picture in your mind’s eye. The Sunshine
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Club Awards was spectacular in ‘Coachella’ style, as was the fabulous Ross Bartlett who has just received an AM for his lifelong dedication to surf lifesaving. Congratulations to all members of our surf lifesaving clubs on the work you do to keep us safe. With so much time between columns and much to share, please stay ’in the loop’ via Noosa 360 with updates on a range of important issues we are working on, and subscribe to our e-newsletter at www.SandyBolton.com/ Newsletters which ensures you also advised of any Noosa MP specific polls or surveys. In addition, follow ‘Sandy Bolton MP’ on Facebook to receive information as soon as available including the Friday ‘Wrap’ with news and grant information! Always, if you have any questions or require assistance regarding state related matters, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 5319 3100 or email noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au.
Coast Wildflower Festival walks start in mid-August so these may provide the inspiration for you. We need to celebrate our native fauna and flora as a gift and show gratitude for those people who
have the gift in artwork. We will truly feel blessed if we take the time to enjoy art depicting nature or get out there and form those healing images in our minds. Enjoy!
and threats of violence falling outside the intimate relationships covered by the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2013. These nasty interactions between neighbours, workmates and others whose only relationship with the other party is geographical or situational can be just as dangerous and distressing but fall under a completely different regime.
The venerable Peace and Good Behaviour Act 1982 is still the self-help remedy for non-domestic situations where a community member finds themself threatened with assault, where their property has been destroyed or damaged, and where they are in fear as a result. It’s a civil application by the aggrieved to the Magistrates Court, so the allegations are assessed on the balance of probabilities. Once an order is made, further instances or threats of violence, or breaches of conditions, can be prosecuted by the police as criminal offences.
Peace and Good Behaviour orders can help the police do their job, as it is usually easier to prove a breach of the order
than an assault or wilful damage. But a lot of victims of violent behaviour are loathe to make an application once they realise that they will have to face their tormentor in court and prove the allegations themselves. Even when orders are made, their ability to deter further bad behaviour depends very much on the individual respondent in question.
The Queensland Law Reform Commission reviewed the Peace and Good Behaviour Act in 2007 and found it sorely wanting. Their well-considered recommendations were incorporated into a Personal Protection Bill 2007 which hung around in the Queensland Parliament for several years without being debated, then dropped off the books.
In 2018 an appeal case in the District Court exposed a rather obvious flaw in the definitions under of the Peace and Good Behaviour; that actual acts of violence cannot be the basis for an order, only threats! No amendment has yet been made. The cogs of government turn slowly indeed.
7:30am-5pm
Ar st Kerry Ide with her work The Locals at the Sights of Fantasy art show in Kenilworth. Photo: Contributed.
Fiona Simpson MP MEMBER FOR MAROOCHYDORE
FREE MARQUEES FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS
IT’S THAT time of the year where I am providing FREE MARQUEES to be used by groups in the Maroochydore Electorate for community purposes. Please email my office at maroochydore@ parliament.qld.gov.au by July 20 if you would like to be considered for a marquee for your club or group. I have a limited number, so they will be allocated on a first-in basis –so get in quick!
WINTER NEWSLETTER
HITTING LETTER
BOXES
My Winter Newsletter will be delivered to your letterbox
in the next couple of weeks, so keep an eye out for it… I have a cost-of-living giveaway in it and of course my Weber Baby Q that you can enter to win by completing my 30 second survey on my website.
COMMUNITY CORNER JULY 29
I will be holding a community corner on Saturday July 29 at the IGA at Mount Coolum from 8-9am, come along and say G’day! I look forward to seeing you. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need help or want to discuss
living, last month’s State Budget failed to deliver solutions for the Sunshine Coast and Queensland to lower power prices, unlock more affordable housing and cut crime rates.
Despite $60 billion more in revenue than forecast, the State has nothing to show for it to support families and small and family enterprises. I support reasonable measures to help ease the cost-of-living, but the one-off measures in the budget are temporary. The electricity rebate will help temporarily but it will not cover the 32 per cent increase in the first quarter of this year –the biggest increase in the nation. That’s why the failure to maintain the generators has had such a huge impact on household power bills, and
Stronger.
Sustainable.
Services, community and sustainability are at the heart of this year’s budget, with projects, programs and events being delivered across the region.
We are preserving our environment and supporting our local economy and our growing communities.
We are committed to shaping a stronger, better and more sustainable region.
on and put downward pressure
Sunshine Coast Council’s $1 billion budget includes:
$366 million to develop a strong community
Community and cultural development and partnerships; community venues; disaster management; libraries; lifeguards; roads, cycleways and pathways; public lighting and sporting facilities.
$327 million to maintain and enhance our environment and liveability
Beaches, foreshore, coastal infrastructure and canals; bushland conservation and habitat; recreation parks, trails and facilities; rivers, streams, estuaries and water bodies; stormwater drainage; sustainable growth and network planning; waste and resource management.
$41 million to build our resilient economy
Economic development; investment attraction; tourism; major event sponsorship and holiday parks.
$156 million to deliver service excellence
Development services; cemeteries; local amenity and local laws; public health; quarries; customer and community relations; property management and road network management.
Council also receives community assets from developers as well as paying back debt through annual repayments.
Find out what’s happening in your area
Foreshore and streetscape
improvements, starting construction
sporting precincts and preserving and celebrating the environment are key
To help our pensioners, Council is increasing pensioner concessions by 7%.
Fiona Simpson has marquees available for local spor ng and community groups and with only a limited amount on offer get in quick by July 20 to secure your free marquee. Pictured is Fiona Simpson (centre) with members from Marcoola Surf Lifesaving Club with their branded marquee. Photo: Contributed
Classified Adver sements
CHURCH SERVICES
SALVATION ARMY COOLUM BEACH. Please contact our Administration Assistant on 07 5335 8505 for information on service times and location.
REFRIGERATOR LG 2-DOOR: Model GT427HPLE: Gunmetal grey. Storage Volume 393 litre. Freezer 110 litre, Refrigerator 283 litre. 3 years old. Good Working Condition. $400. Ph. 5448 2577
12-VOLT TRAVEL HAIRDRYER: $5 Ph. 0408 680 064
ADIDAS PREDATOR FOOTBALL BOOTS: Excellent cond. As new size US6/ UK5.5. $40. Ph. 0418 420 440 AKUBRA HATS x 2: As new, Sizes 55 and 61, $100 each. Ph. 0458 205 071
APPLE HOMEPOD MINI: White. New. $140. Ph. 0400 071 026
BABY STROLLER & HIGH CHAIR: $35 for both. Ph. 0408 717 394
BAR FRIDGE: 140L Kelivnator. Great cond. $65. Ph. 0400 014 136
BESIDE TABLES: 2 white timber units with one shelf each and woven reed drawers. New cond. $45. Ph. 0407 359 111
BIKES - HYBRID: 700 diameter wheels. 1 x single speed, 1 x 18 speed. Tyres, paint, brakes, all in VCG. $55 each Ph. 0458 545 074
BOOK SHELF: Large $70. Ph. 0407 380 312
BOW SAW: 48 teeth. 600 long. $20. Ph: 0490 886 494
BREVILLE FINGERSIDE MASSAGER: for relaxing & therapeutic all over body massage. Instructions included. $15 cash only. Ph 0428 875 445
CHEST OF DRAWERS: Solid pine wood 92W 42D 105H. Four large drawers, two smaller ones. Clean. VGC. P/U Yaroomba $75. Ph. 0407 739 478
CSHS BOY’S FORMAL SHORTS: Size 92 VGC $20. Ph 0447 027 079
DOG’S BED WITH BEDHEAD: 60cm x 80cm, black wire frame, suit med dog. $20. Ph. 0400 420 058
DOUBLE SURFBOARD BAG 9’4”: Ocean & Earth brand. $100. Ph. 0447 133 779
ENGINE OIL: 5 litres Castrol Magnatec 10W-40 semi synthetic. As new, unopened container. $39.90. Ph. 0423 125 827
EXERCISE BIKE: Lifespan model E-1 as new. $40. Ph. 0400 014 136
EXERCISE STEPPER: Gas Struts and Electronic Controls. VGC. $50 Ph. 0418 608 663
FIREWOOD KINDLING: $5 Large bags, pickup at Coolum Beach Pony Club gate - 60 Tritonia Dr, Emu Mountain Estate.
FISHING GEAR: Rods, reels, lures, gaffs, cast net (new), prices neg. Ph. 5455 4189
FLEXNECK HALOGEN DESK LAMP. Translucent blue base. Fully adjustable. 2 available. $15 ea cash only. Ph 0428 875 445
FREE FURNITURE ITEMS: Old, suit painting restore. TV. Ph. 0407 380 312
GOLF CLUBS: 9 irons & 2 woods. With bag and balls. Good for beginner. $25 the lot. Ph. 0408 717 394
HAYMAN REESE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION HITCH: 130KG 4 bar intermediate hitch. $150. Yaroomba. Ph. 0473 207 900. HEDGE TRIMMER: Ozito HTR-550. Voltage 240v. Blade length 550mm. Cutting capacity 20mm. Good Working Condition. $75. Ph. 5448 2577
HIGH CHAIR: Plastic and metal. Good cond. $15. Located Coolum. Christine 0411 414 294
HILUX MAG RIMS X 4: VGC. Modern style. $135. Ph. 0413 787 432
HORSE MANURE: From $3 per bag, pickup at Coolum Beach Pony Club gate - 60 Tritonia Dr, Emu Mountain Estate
LADIES BIKE: 26” Merida Juliet, 21 (3x7) speed, bicycle in VGC. Shimamo running gear, new tyres & grips & memory foam seat cover. $100. Ph. 0407 514 585
LOCKTECH SAFE: white model YES-MO2O(WH) H344mm xW424mm x D388mm hardly used - cost $600 will sell for $250. Ph. 0407 611 034
MATTRESS - DOUBLE BED: FREE. Innerspring, 6cm pillow top. Fair/good cond. Clean, comfortable & useable. Pick-up only. Ph. 0427 260 052
FOR SALE
MEN’S SKETCHER SANDALS: As new Size 10. $30. Ph. 5448 9280
METAL KING SINGLE BED X 1: Brand new. Doesn’t fit new home. $100. Ph. 0405 406 391
MICROWAVE OVEN: Built in with complete trim kit and grill function. $30 Ph. 0410 614 244
MOBILITY WALKER: with brakes & seat in good secondhand condition. $50. Pick up from Coolum Beach. Ph. 0431 135 227.
MOTORCYCLE JACKETS: Size M, three different styles, leather, touring and light weight starting from $45. Located at Coolum Beach. Chris 0411 414 294
OUTDOOR SET: Rectangular table150x80cm, opaque glass top, silver trim + 4 lge dark grey slingback mesh chairs silver metal trim. VGC $85. Ph 0407 359 111
POWERFIT COMPACT ACCELERATED TRAINING BOARD:
200watt. max weight 120kg, .99 speed settings. 2 elastic ropes incl. No remote. $150 Ph. 0429 693 566
PRO BBQ SMOKER: Made in England. black enamel, burns charcoal/briquettes. Won in a raffle, never used. cost aprox $400, will sell for $250. Ph. 0407 611 034
REFRIGERATOR: Caravan/bar fridge. Brand: Gasmate BC62L. Voltage Rated 240V. Total Capacity 62L. Good Working Condition. $85. Ph. 5448 2577
RETRO FITZ AND FLOYD DINNER SET: Classic design. Cost $300, sell for $100. Green, white & gold. Located Coolum. Christine 0411 414 294
RIVER STONES: Up to 40mm in size, approx. 6x4 trailer. $100. Contact Malcolm 0412 942 834 – please text first
ROOF TOP BIKE RACK: (aluminium and black) by Thule –stable frame holder, firm wheel fixing, quick and easy to use. Used 3-4 times only since bought new. $200 Ph. 0412 942 834
SCHOOL UNIFORMS: St. Teresa’s Noosa – Boys. From $10 Ph. 0447 027 079
SHOWER CHAIR: Non-slip with handles. Adj height. Never used. cost $100 sell $70 ono. Ph. 0412 374 675
SOFA BED: Double, navy blue. Ph. 0407 380 312. FREE SOFA/BED LOUNGE: Two-seater, green cloth upholstery, Exc Cond. $200. Ph. 0405 478 000
STAINLESS STEEL RUSSEL HOBBS BENCHTOP OVEN: Full working order. FREE. Ph. 0418 329 281
TABLE LAMP: New condition. $10. Ph. 5448 9280
TUB CHAIRS: Black leather on casters, VGC. Surplus to requirements. $50ea or 2 for $90. Cash only. Ph. 0428 875 445
VANITY MIRROR: Double-sided lighted vanity makeup mirror. $20. Ph. 0408 680 064
VULCAN PROFESSIONAL CYCLING EQUIPMENT: Magnetic home trainer bike stand. $50. Ph. 0405 478 000
WALKER: Human Care – Swedish. VGC. Collapses sideways with seat and backrest. $250. Contact Julie. Ph. 0428 794 102
GARAGE SALES
PEREGIAN SPRINGS, Gracemere Boulevard: Sat/Sun 15-16/7 8am-1pm. Tools, pots, sports, school, house, you name it. Bring paper money & trailer.
COOLUM BEACH, 25 Seagull Avenue: Sat 15 and Sunday 16 July. Tools, household items, outdoor window shade cloth, motorcycling gear, clothing, road cycling gear, LPs, potplants, furniture. 7am start.
NOOSA RIVER CRUISES
WWW.NOOSAQUEEN.COM $15 Sunset Cruise. Ph 5455 6661
1Allows
ACROSS
5Henhouse
8Projecting corner
9Pariah
10Article
13Make fun of
15Derived as a conclusion
17Corn spike
18Immerse
19Colour
21Gratuity
23Small rounded lumps
26Flattered servilely
27Outbuilding
29Distinguished
30Inconsiderate speed
31Examines
POSITIONS VACANT
Housekeeper required for holiday apartments 2-3 mornings/week. Hours approx. 9am-1pm. Experience preferred but not essential. If interested please phone 5446 3888
1Calm
2Roughly broken
3Notion
4Impassive
5Kept
6Impenetrable to light
7Reel
11Lukewarm
12Wet soft earth
13Corded fabric
14Light beer
16City fortresses
19Fishing pole
21Natural gift
22Scholars
32That remaining DOWN
20Confer knighthood
23Drink of the gods
24Fell into disuse
25Cold symptom
28In this way
ANNUAL SPORTSMAN’S LUNCH A GOAL SCORER FOR CHARITY FUNDS
ONE OF the most anticipated lunches held each year on the Coolum social calendar is the annual Sportsman’s Lunch which again was a sell-out and was hosted at the Coolum Beach Hotel on Friday June 23.
As always, the two-course lunch featured guests of honour from the sporting world.
Alastair Lynch from the Brisbane Lions and formerly the Fitzroy Lions was joined by NRL legend Petero Civoniceva who with 309 games under his belt with the Brisbane Broncos and Penrith Panthers is also a two-time premiership player.
Master of Ceremonies Tony Durkin informally interviewed
their days as professional athletes to the full house of eager sports fans.
The Coolum Lions were in attendance with Lion Doug Alford stating it was a great day for the 113 football fans who were in attendance.
“The special guests were extremely entertaining with their inspiring sporting careers and the setbacks they had to overcome to become
football legends.”
The funds raised from the lunch will be distributed to the Coolum Men’s Shed and Coolum Lions which they will in turn use to fund their charity work.
Major sponsors included Coolum Beach Mitre 10, Peter Andrew Real Estate, Coolum Beach Hotel, Coolum Charcoal Chicken and Ray Barber Solicitor.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
QLD Medals and More have announced Yandina Art & Framing as their preferred framer for…
Yandina Art & Framing is proud to accept this recommendation after producing many framed works in this field. Please visit for an obligation free consultation to discuss your framing needs.
We use and recommend QLD Medals and More and Apogee Sunshine Coast Trophies (plaques) as part of our service. We treat these important parts of history with the reverence and honour they deserve.
Coolum Lions Greg, Doug, Brendan, Anthony, Henry, Dave and Ian who a ended the lunch which was held at the Coolum Beach Hotel on Friday June 23.
Master of Ceremonies Tony Durkin with guest of honour Alastair Lynch who played 306 AFL games and is a three- me Premiership player.
A full house for the fundraising lunch. All Photos: Coolum Lions
Community news
MEALS ON WHEELS
ROSTER
Monday, July 17
Kitchen: L Corey, J Fawkes, G Willis, J Hughes, J Smith and C Brown
Run 1: R Clark and D Donohoe
Run 2: W Borell and S Roeser
Run 3: C Wakeham and C Porter
Run 4: L Jones and T Moore
Run 5: M Schuit and D
Casey
Run 6: P McCarthy and D Lawson
Run 7: L and J Rynne
Wednesday, July 19
Kitchen: R Price, P Carden, T Shorter and G Cocks
Run 1: R and D Dawson
Run 2: G and M Frazer
Run 3: D Stone and TBA
Run 4: D Homan and E Holbrook
Run 5: C and W Rutherford
Run 6: R O’Malley and D Dionysius
Thursday, July 20
Kitchen: C Taylor, J Ivankovic, G Watt, K Schrampf and T Abraham
Run 1: L and J Taylor
Run 2: T and D Newton
Run 3: F and W Walton
Run 4: B Jackson and C Robinson
Run 6: K Berry and K Leach
Friday, July 21
Kitchen: L Corey, T Shorter, G Cocks, R Tainton and J Fawkes
Run 1: K Naylor and V Therkelsen
Run 2: N and J Turner
Run 3: K Clerke and A Hatfield
Run 4: R Patch and G Gibson
Run 5: L Taylor and TBA
Run 6: TBA and B Mendes
We have spots for volunteers.
Please contact Coolum Beach Meals on Wheels on 5446 1000 for more information.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT
GROUP
The new Parkinson’s group will meet on the second Monday of each month at the Coolum Bowls Club. People from Coolum and surrounding areas of the Sunshine Coast are welcome to attend and discuss how to live better with Parkinson’s disease. There will be guest speakers and videos as well as discussion on such topics as diet, exercise and sleep. Meetings start at 10.15 and finish at 12 noon with the option to stay for lunch. Phone Peter on 0429 361 301 for more information.
ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT RETIREES AIR NOOSA BRANCH
Retired or about to retire and planning to self-fund your retirement? AIR is for you. Annual General MeetingThursday 13th July Investment Discussion Group – Thursday 20th July
More information: airnoosasecretary@gmail.com 0478 479 049 www.facebook. com/AIRNoosa
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
For retired and semi-retired people looking for friendship and fun. Our next meeting will
The Coolum Adver ser invites sports clubs/ publicity officers to submit their stories for publica on in the sports pages. Stories can range from match reports, stories about club developments, new player signings, open days, visi ng sports heroes and more. The Adver ser aims to build the sport page to become a two page inclusion every week.
Email your contribu ons, and story ideas to: editor@coolumadver ser.com.au or phone/ text Michelle on: 0413 427 439
be held on Tuesday the 1st of August @ 9.15 am sharp at The Uniting Church, 22 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach. We have a guest speaker each month, organised lunches, bus or car trips. On conclusion of our Tuesday meeting, lunch is at the Coolum Beach Hotel for those interested @ own expense. Visitors are welcome. For more information phone: Raoul 0409 685 394
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 BEACH
DISTRICT SENIORS CLUB
Mondays 11.30 - 3.30pm at the Coolum Civic Centre, contact Louise 0420 331 948.
COOLUM BEACH QUILTERS
Meet every Thursday morning 9am-11.30 at the Baptist Church, David Low Way, Coolum Beach. All welcome.
CHEW & CHAT
Come to Chew & Chat on Tuesday 18th July at Coolum Uniting Church Hall on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Heathfield and have a fun morning, starting with a delicious morning tea and quizz, followed by community singing and a morning of entertainment with Larraine and her piano playing, Nick on his guitar singing a couple
of songs, Kay with poetry and verse, duets and solo singing from Jim and his friends, finishing the morning off with our resident band “The Good Friends Chorale” We look forward to seeing you there and all for the princely sum of $3.00.
COOLUM CONNECTIONS
Join us for Relaxed MidWeek Worship every second Thursday of the Month at 9.30 am. Coolum Salvos, 3/127 Greenoaks Drive, Coolum Beach. Enquires 5335 8505. All welcome!
COOLUM CROQUET CLUB
Croquet for fun and fitness. New members and visitors are very welcome. Try it with 3 free games and lessons. Mallets and free coaching are available. Social Golf Croquet Monday and Friday starting 1.15pm. For more information contact: Barb 0423 277 951 Sea Cove Lane, Coolum
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 AMIGOS
Coolum Amigos is a social club for the over 50s. We meet at 10am every Tuesday at the Coolum Surf Club for coffee and a chat and to arrange outings. All welcome. For more information call Carol on 0419 423 367 or just come along!
COOLUM CRAFT GROUP
If you enjoy craft and good
Principal’s Post
TROY ASCOTT
COOLUM STATE HIGH SCHOOL
IS IT just me that has been waking up bleary-eyed after watching the glorious Ashes from England? Is there any better long-standing sporting competition in the whole world?
Aside from the partisan aspects, how good is it to watch two groups of highly skilled athletes with something meaningful to them on the line? I remember watching Dennis Lillee when I first started watching cricket – the big man with
gold chains flowing, that unmistakeable moustache and the overpowering will to get the batsman out. No-one could engage the crowds like Lillee whose name they chanted as he steamed in and unleashed fury, coupled with great skill, on the poor unsuspecting batter.
I thought Dennis Lillee was the most charismatic thing that could ever enter the cricket field until a young Victorian
company join the Coolum Craft Group. We meet every Tuesday, in the Salvation Army Hall, Greenoaks Dr, Coolum. 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 Isabel 5446 2317 or Yvonne on 0402 105 864.
TRY TOASTMASTERS
Practice your public speaking, gain confidence, improve your leadership and communication skills. Coolum Communicators supports members to practice speaking to an audience while having fun. We meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 7pm at North Shore Community Centre, Mudjimba. Guests welcome! Email coolumtoastmasters@ gmail.com.
QUOTA CLUB OF COOLUM BEACH
Quota Club of Coolum Beach have a business meeting at 2 pm at the Lion’s Den, 15 Russell St, Coolum Beach on the second Tuesday of the month. The club has been active in the local community for 26 years raising money to support women, children, and the disadvantaged. If you would like to join a group of motivated and dedicated women, we would love to hear from you. For information contact Sandra Verrall on 0457 355 734 or secretary@ quotacoolum.com.au.
The next pop-up stall will be Thursday 20 July 2023 from 8.30 am to 12.30 pm in the courtyard of the Pacific on
leg-spinner bowled his first ball in Ashes cricket and somehow changed the game. I had been coaching kids when Warnie bowled the “ball of the century,” and suddenly you couldn’t get anyone to bowl fast off the long run like the previous cult hero, Lillee. They all wanted to be spinners so they could be just like the nation’s newest hero!
As I’ve aged, I watch the leaders. In this series, I have watched on as England captain, Ben Stokes, scored one of history’s greatest centuries at Lords with his team under immense pressure. Wow! Meanwhile, Australia’s captain, Pat Cummins, has bowled with sustained
Coolum complex in Heathfield Road.
COOLUM BEACH SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
Welcomes all citizens 50 and over. Activities include Mahjong, Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Card and Board games. Meet every Monday from 11.30am3.30pm at the Coolum Civic Centre. Entry fee includes afternoon tea and a ticket in the door prize. For further information please phone Bernie 5448 8693.
YANDINA
COUNTRY
MUSIC
Yandina welcomes guest artists The Elderly Brothers to the ACMA concert on Sunday 16th July. Enjoy again the harmonies of Don and Phil! You’ll also enjoy popular country music from local artists backed by a great house band. Guaranteed entertainment! All at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina. 12 noon start. Raffle and door prizes, BYO lunch, free tea and coffee. Entry $8. We are a not-for-profit organisation and the proceeds will go towards the upkeep of the hall.
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 ***
Email community notices to michelle@coolumadvertiser. com.au
and almost unbelievable pace and accuracy while shouldering an enormous load and while copping it from the England fans. It’s in the heat of battle that these great leaders show their mettle.
There’s a lot for Coolum High students to learn from the Ashes – respect for traditions, the power of concentration, performance under pressure, relying on skills that only come from endless hours of practice and playing your role in a team. Yep, there’s a lot you can learn from the Ashes – you just have to stay up way past bedtime to do it!
COOLUMBEACHBOWLSRESULTS
Social Bowls
Tuesday, 27th June
1st Michael Corcoran, Peter Bain +32
2nd Judy and Keith Wilson +26
3rd Andrew McCall, Marie Barry, Mark Newlan +15
Thursday, 29th June
1st Lynne Maloney, Jon Clegg +20
2nd Dawn Rasby, Peter Soulsby +20
3rd Lee Cowie, Barb Peperkamp +14
Friday, 30th June
1st Alan Rumble, Brian Whitcher +25
2nd Adam Hateley, Greg Brown +24
3rd Tom Allsop, Brett Clarke +20
Tuesday, 4th July
1st Roz O’Dell, Ron Wallish, Ross Sloane +17
2nd Judy Wilson, Keith Wilson +11
3rd Graham Searle, Sandra Attard, Joe Attard
Thursday, 6th July
1st Jill Waters, Rob Grimwade +18
2nd Stephen Foote, Dave Figgens +15
3rd Mary Sorely, Carole Belsham +14
Friday, 7th July
1st Adam Hateley, Greg Brown +22
2nd Stu Black, Russell Partridge +22
3rd Michael Corcoran, Dave Wright +20
4th Chris Johnston, Steve Giles + 16
Sunday, 9th July
1st Michelle Moss, Brett Williams +20
Pennants
• Pennant teams on club notice boards.
• Please indicate if you are unavailable for any Pennant dates on the sheets on the notice boards.
• Pennant Practice – Great to see are large attendance for last weeks practice session. Next practice session will be Saturday 22th July @ 9.30am.
Club Championships Men’s B Singles Final
• Congratulations to Stu Black who just got over the line against Peter Bain 25-23 in a hard-fought game.
Ladies’ Triples Final
• Congratulations to Annie McGill, Gina Bullingham and Tilly Coyne who prevailed over Jennie Beattie, Terri Spencer and Sharyn Moss 29-20
Ladies’ B Singles Round
Robin
Round 1
T Spencer 25 def J Jones 10
S Moss 25 def S Lubowicz 24
Round 2
S Lubowicz 25 def J Jones 13
S Moss 25 def T Spencer 19
Round 3
T Spencer 25 def S Lubowicz 18
S Moss 25 def J Jones 6
• Congratulations to the winner, Sharyn Moss and runner-up, Terri Spencer.
Dates to remember
• Sunshine Coast Winter Carnival – refer to SCDBA website
• Coolum v SouthernersThursday, 27th July @ 1pm Weekly Bowls Program
• Social bowls every Tuesday 1pm, Thursday 1pm, Friday 9am & 1pm and Sunday 9am.
• Register at ‘www.coolumbeachbowls.com.au’ under ‘Social Bowls’.
• For all social bowls enquiries contact the Social Bowls Coordinator on 0499 167922.
• Barefoot bowls every Friday night from 5-7pm. For all barefoot bowls enquiries, including social functions, contact the Club Manager on
GREAT PRICES GREAT ATMOSPHERE
THE GAMING ROOM
7:00PM
TRIVIA NIGHT - Last Wednesday of the month. 7:00pm Register for a 7:15pm start- Free to enter!
THURSDAY
5:30PM - 6PM
5:30PM - 6PM
JAG THE JOKER Enter from 4pm. Jackpot increases by $100 each week.
MAX’S HOOPS Register by 5pm.
SATURDAY
LIONS CLUB SATURDAY RAFFLES Mega Meat Raffle. 11:30AM - 1:10PM
DESTINY’S PLAN DUO FRIDAY, JULY 21 THE ROCK STELLA PROJECT FRIDAY, JULY 14
POCO LOCO FRIDAY, AUGUST 18 THE CLAPTOMANIACS FRIDAY, AUGUST 11
LIVING IN THE 70’S FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
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