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Woman’s desperate plea to stay in Cooroy

BY ALEX PURCELL AN English woman living in Cooroy to look after her elderly mother, is making a desperate plea to stay in the country.

Fiona Nelson has been coming to Australia for 15 years to visit her parents, who are Australian citizens.

After a lengthy and costly

process in September last year, Fiona was granted a one-year visa on compassionate grounds: her father had been diagnosed with a “particularly aggressive cancer”.

Sadly, her father passed away and now, one year later, Fiona is being expedited from the country, leaving her 85-year-old

mother alone.

Fiona said she is asking for anyone willing to sponsor her.

“My present employment in the UK is as a support worker, which I have been doing for the last five years, assisting people with a range of learning and mental health difficulties.

“I believe there is a short-

age of eligible workers in this field here in Australia at present.

“But I have been informed by a solicitor that the only way I can obtain work here in Australia is by going down the route of sponsorship.”

Fiona said she has contacted numerous companies in both the care and

hospitality sectors to no avail.

“As soon as the word sponsorship is mentioned, the barriers come up.

“I am prepared to contribute to the relevant sponsorship costs and also obtain and complete the necessary paperwork required.”

“At present, my mother is relatively independent but

I would like to think I could be here for her when and if she needs my support,” Fiona said.

At the time of printing, Fiona will have left the country, leaving behind her mum and her voluntary work at LifeLine.

Fiona hopes to return next year for a visit - or longer, if she finds a sponsor.

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INSIDE THIS EDITION

From the desk of your roaming editor

Community help lock in new station design ..................... 3 Second fatality for Cooroy Noosa Road........................ 4 ‘Hi Mum’ scam alert ............ 4

Alex Purcell, Cooroy Rag Roaming Editor IT has been absolutely lovely being home for a bit, catching up with family and friends, staying in our beloved home in Pomona and attending functions (wonderful to see Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival was so busy and I will have a wrap-up next edition on the Mingle with the Mayor’s Ball) that are all part of being your roaming editor.

But I have to admit, it’s been difficult too.

You see, we’d only just really found our feet with our travels before we came home.

After six months on the road, we’d only just started free camping more, we had a great routine going on to accommodate my work, Matt’s work, the kids’ schooling and of course, exploring and enjoying events in the areas we were in.

Interestingly, it has been the kids that I've noticed the biggest change in. They have grown so much.

To say they struggled being confined to a house block this past month is an understatement!

With all that said, I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to have this incredible adventure with my family, to travel and work, and yet, so lucky to be able to come home to this beautiful part of the world and amazing community.

But we are looking forward to loading up the van and hitting the road again in September.

And I look forward to continuing to bring you editions of our wonderful community newspaper from somewhere in Australia.

I’m enjoying being able to share our travels with you – your feedback is amazing and hey, if I can do it, so can you.

The world is a different place now; businesses are diversifying and with the technology available anyone is only ever a phone call away.

Thank you all for your unwavering support.

Your soon-to-be-roaming-again editor,

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Louis Bazzo Drive speed limit under review................ 6 Council gives community benefit priority...................... 6 Man hunts for sold painting................................ 7 Record-breaking numbers for festival............................ 8

From the archives AS the Cooroy Rag prepares to give money back to the community, we thought it was fitting we share this photo for this edition of From the archives.

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EDITORIAL Alex Purcell editorial@cooroyrag.com.au

Cooroy Rag back as a 100 per cent community-owned newspaper.

In 2000, Judy Painter and Debbie Boyle relaunched Cooroy’s longstanding newspaper, the Cooroy Rag, as a non-profit publi-

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Since then, the Cooroy Rag has given more than $1 million back to the community.

Cooroy Rag, July 2000

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BOUQUETS to Noosa Hospital staff for taking such good care of my mum recently. You truly are all heroes.

BRICKBATS to owners of off-lead dogs that are left to roam the pony club grounds and leave their calling cards – your number plates are being noted.

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New owners, branding for Cooroy store...................... 10 Cooroy business gives $500 for local kids..............10 Your Say.......................12-13 Letters to the Editor......12-13

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BOUQUETS to Qld Police for 1) deciding to include communities and consult on details for designs on rural

Alex Cooroy Rag Contacts

Rate discounts extended for Black Mt residents .............. 5

BRICKBATS to people who abandon cars and leave the mess and the bill for others to clean up.

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Community help lock in new station design

TOP: Inspector John Lewis, Cooroy Police OIC Sergeant Mal Scott, Superintendent Craig Hawkins, Acting Assistant Commissioner Matthew Vanderbyl and Director of Property and Facilities Linda Jacobsen at the second community consultation and above, the revised Cooroy police station design.

THE Cooroy community spoke and the police listened.

Following feedback from the community on the initial design of the new Cooroy police facility, second

iterations of the $4 million replacement station have been revealed.

Queensland Police Property and Facilities Director Linda Jacobsen said they took all the feedback

provided by the community and enhanced the design concepts to better reflect what the community wants.

“Feedback around the appearance of the building included the roof form and

colour, its presence on the site, and how it fits with the other buildings around it.

“We revised the design to include bullnose verandahs, a cream-coloured exterior, and improved disability access.

“Things still to consider are the security materials, horticulture and fencing but it will be a split-level building with a car park underneath that works with the land; there will be no fill.”

As well as the construction of the new facility, the build also includes improving the existing buildings on the site such as the old jailhouse.

“The old cells are the first thing you’ll see so they are going to be done up and painted.”

However, there are some members of the community who want the jailhouse moved.

Cooroy Memorial Hall committee member Ray Kelly said they would like to see the jailhouse relocated to land beside the Cooroy Memorial Hall.

“The CMH committee is championing a project to see the jailhouse moved to council land next to the hall to become part of a memory lane, similar to what the

RSL club have done on the other side, and make it into an information booth.

“We’d still need the police to say okay and then get Noosa Council to agree,” Mr Kelly said.

But Ms Jacobsen said the jailhouse still fits in the precinct and will currently stay where it is.

“There were offers for the jailhouse to be relocated but there is room to leave the old jailhouse on the site so we will.

“It will be moving up the hill closer to the front of the site so it is easier for people to access as part of the heritage walk.”

However, it is still unknown what will be done with the 55-year-old police residence that will need to be moved or demolished to make way for the new station.

“We are open to suggestions and a tender process for the relocation of the residence if need be is an option,” Ms Jacobsen said.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Matthew Vanderbyl said he is pleased with the outcomes of the community consultations.

“We have never done this process before and we’re pleased with the community

interest and support in this project.

“We believe these second iterations are a better representation of what the community wants.

“Softening the look better reflects Maple Street, the town plan and the current streetscape, yet it is a fit-for-purpose station,” Mr Vanderbyl said.

While the community was invited to provide feedback on the design of the new station, the facility has to be a purpose-built police station.

“We have to build to accommodate the future.”

There are no current plans to upgrade the number of officers at the station but the new station will be able to accommodate 10 officers and include an office for the officer in charge, a general duties day room, an equipment store, a holding cell and an interview room.

Cooroy Police Sergeant Mal Scott said he thinks the new designs are great.

“Thanks for listening to the community.”

Construction of the new station is scheduled to start in early 2023 with completion due in 2024.

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Second fatality for Cooroy Noosa Road

BY SERGEANT MAL SCOTT MY last report contained references to two Cooroy businesses that had been broken into and I’m pleased to report that two offenders have been arrested and charged for these offences.

A 32-year-old Woolooga man and a 21-year-old Sexton man have been arrested and charged – and just to prove that the long arm of the law still exists, the offenders were tracked down to Mackay, North Queensland and charged with these and numerous other offences.

Evidence from Forensic Police and our Street Safe CCTV camera system proved vital in providing the evidence to make these arrests.

Cooroy police were quick to respond to reports of a stolen vehicle in the area; a short pursuit followed by the deployment of the dog squad saw a local 26-yearold male arrested and charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle and an evade police offence.

Another incident reported

to police led to the lockdown of the Palm Lakes Resort in Trading Post Road after reports of a male armed with a knife. PolAir and the dog squad were deployed to this incident with police investigations continuing, but it’s pleasing to note that no persons were injured during this incident.

Sadly, a 22-year-old Gympie lad lost his life in a single vehicle traffic crash on Cooroy Noosa Road late on Wednesday night, 24 August. This is the second fatal traffic crash on Noosa Cooroy Road within the past two months, which is of great concern as we all travel this road on a daily basis.

The act of driving a motor vehicle is one of the most dangerous things that we will do and we all tend to take this task with a touch of nonchalance. This nonchalance is born more from the fact that we all drive so often that the importance of the simple act of driving gets lost in the multitude of tasks that we all need to do.

Of course, the significance of driving is multiplied immeasurably when we

have kids and loved ones on board. So please get into the habit of pausing when you get behind the wheel, and remember that so far this year, just over 200 people in Queensland have sat behind the wheel of their car, started the engine and driven off down the road not suspecting for one instant that they were about to die.

Imagine the level of utter concentration of those drivers if they suspected they may die during that trip.

I suggest that if we all drive like our lives depend on it (which they do) then the roads will be a much safer place. Motorcycles in particular will continue to be targeted by both overt and covert means as these road users continue to be hugely over-represented in the above-mentioned statistics.

Police and ambulance officers continue to be called to many cases of people struggling with life and their mental health in general.

The main risk factors for these mental health issues are depression, substance use and abuse, and issues within spousal relationships – with separation being a very stressful time. Please take the time to check in on your family and friends and seek help through various agencies where necessary.

Remember it's not weak to seek help.

Stay safe out there, Mal

‘Hi Mum’ scam alert RESIDENTS are being warned of a new scam that is currently active in the hinterland.

The “Hi Mum” scam has been doing the rounds, fleecing Australians of many thousands of dollars.

Pomona Police OIC Sergeant Dan McNamara said the scam is a European-based operation that is “fairly slick”.

“It sends the victim a text or WhatsApp message with none of the usual spelling mistakes, under an unknown number stating something like the following: “‘Hi mum. My other phone crashed, but this is my temporary number. You can save this one, message me

if you’ve seen this’.

“The victim usually asks which child is messaging and casually mentions their names and the scammers then have the victim’s child's first name.

“Further messaging to the victim states the child has lost their phone and needs financial support, and most parents are understandably very willing to help out and not ask too many questions.”

Sgt McNamara said the offenders then ask the victim to either pay a bill or transfer money to an account.

“A Pomona local recently lost $10,000 in this way.

“If you ever receive a message like this, do not reply

to the message and directly contact the alleged family member to confirm it’s legitimate – and obviously, do not provide any personal details or transfer money until you’ve established it’s not a scam.

“This is a really low act, playing on the victim’s heartstrings in this manner so please pass this onto your friends to protect them from these low grubs.”

Anyone who has been a victim of the scam should contact their bank immediately and also report the incident online via ReportCyber (https://www.cyber. gov.au/) or Scamwatch Australia (www.scamwatch. gov.au).

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EXTENDED rate discounts are being offered to Black Mountain residents affected by the landslide that will take two years to fix.

Noosa Council has written to all Black Mountain residents, committing to extended discount periods until all landslide works are completed in mid-2024.

Mayor Clare Stewart said the extension recognizes the unprecedented impact faced by residents following the February flooding event.

“We are keen to help residents where we can and the three-month extension for this period and for future rates notices will hopefully provide greater cash flow flexibility to those impacted residents,” she said.

However, Black Mountain resident Aimee Curatolo said – while appreciative of the acknowledgement and positive response from council – her family feels it does not fully reflect the situation at hand.

“I can’t speak on behalf of the Black Mountain community but I can certainly offer my family’s feedback.

“Although we are appreciative of the acknowledgement and a positive response from council, my family and I feel it does not reflect the situation at hand.

“We do not have the services provided to us in a normal capacity. The current waste management does not reflect the rates we pay – whether it is now or

in November. This is going to be an ongoing issue until 2024,” Mrs Curatolo said.

Noosa Council’s Communication Manager Ken Furdek said extra waste collections are happening.

“We continually talk to our waste contractor who is providing extra collections at the central waste location at Black Mountain,” he said.

Mrs Curatolo said the condition of Andersons Road is also not reflected in their rate system.

“The road is not at the same level of safety, and deterioration is fast and constant as a result of the increased traffic, so the roads are also not reflected in our current rate system,” she said.

Mr Furdek said Council’s road crews visit the area weekly to carry out maintenance.

“We have just completed further upgrade work to the temporary crossing on Andersons Road,” he said.

While Mrs Curatolo said the rates extension is a step in the right direction but “only temporary appeasement”, Cr Stewart said this is understandably an “incredibly difficult time” for many in the community.

“This extension of time for the payment of rates is a small way that we as a council can show both understanding and empathy to those affected by this incredible natural disaster.

"We appreciate their pa-

tience and understanding as this is new territory for all of us,” Cr Stewart said.

Black Mountain residents have to detour around the 150-metre-wide landslide on Black Mountain Road, which is so extensive that it is expected to cost $25 to $30 million to repair.

Infrastructure Services Director Larry Sengstock said reconstruction work is being funded by the state government through the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA).

“We certainly appreciate the ongoing support of the QRA and are working closely with them to progress the reconstruction work.

"Technical experts have analysed the landslide and, given the complexity and instability of the area, full reconstruction is considered the safest and long-term option.

"We are still awaiting final designs which will help provide more clarity on exact costs," Mr Sengstock said.

Black Mountain residents have until November 19 to take advantage of the five per cent discount on their rates.

“Council provides flexible payment options to any resident who may be suffering financial hardship and our rates staff are always available to provide advice to help make paying rates more manageable for Noosa ratepayers,” Cr Stewart said.

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A Transport and Main Roads (TMR) spokesperson said the department is undertaking a speed limit review along the entire 90 km/h section of Boreen Road, known locally as Louis Bazzo Drive, between Pomona and Boreen Point following community

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“We set speed limits in accordance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

“Speed limits are set after detailed engineering assessments, considering a range of factors including the road's function and construction standard, surrounding developments, prevailing traffic speeds and

Council gives community benefit priority NOOSA Council is prioritising some planning applications and fast-tracking the approval process.

As council staff work through a high volume of planning applications, those that provide a significant community benefit are being prioritised and the approval process fast-tracked.

Mayor Clare Stewart said Material Change of Use applications in 2021 were up 22 per cent on the previous year, while building works applications were up 110 per cent on the previous record year.

“Despite this, we’re making a concerted effort to quickly identify the applications that

stand to provide significant benefit to our community, and fast-track the assessment process for those,” she said.

One such quick approval was Noosa Hospital’s application for two demountable buildings as a temporary expansion of its emergency department and to provide additional staff amenities.

“Our planning team was able to assess the hospital’s application and provide approval in just 17 days to support the hospital with its plans to boost its operations,” Cr Stewart said.

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“We have identified a need for a ‘fit for purpose’ Fast Track clinical area. This will allow us to rapidly assess and treat ambulant, minor injuries patients and free up our acute area for patients requiring monitoring and more advanced care.

“We are extremely grateful and appreciate the care and support we receive from Noosa Council to allow us to help our community,” he said.

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Simon Doward said a painting of Gympie Terrace (pictured) belonging to his late father-in-law was accidentally included in a lot sold to a local antique store.

“My father-in-law passed away in March and in all the mayhem, the painting got dropped off along with lots of other items to Rockin Relics in Pomona.”

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THIS year’s Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival was unprecedented, with a record number of people taking the once-a-year opportunity to climb Cooroy Mountain.

Rotary Club of Cooroy president, Andrew Aves, said they are pleased to announce this was the festival’s biggest year to date.

“It was a record-breaking event attracting 2600 visitors and grossing over $40,000.

“The festival is the major fundraising event for Cooroy Rotary and essential for club members to provide assistance to good causes.”

This year’s major beneficiary was local disability support group, Sunshine Butterflies.

Donations will also go to help local Cooroy SES and Black Mountain Rural Fire

Brigade and Rotary youth projects including Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, Rotary Young Driver Awareness, Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment, our local Earlyact Club in Pomona State School and the Interact Club at Noosa District State High School whose students worked hard at the festival.

A highlight of this year’s event was the helicopter rides by McDermott Aviation.

McDermott Aviation Business Manager Samantha McDermott said they donated their Bell 206 Longranger for the event and carried out 15 flights on the day.

“We’ve donated this helicopter every year since the festival began. It carries five passengers per trip and we did 15 joy flights that

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A long-standing Cooroy business, McDermott Aviation is the industry leader in helicopter lifting services, aerial firefighting, natural disaster recovery and more, and their helicopters and pilots are currently helping fight fires overseas.

“We have eight helicopters currently on fire contract all over Greece. The helicopters have flown 450 hours since June and are fully crewed by our Australian pilots and engineers, with Greek translators in the co-pilot seat to help with radio calls.

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ROLL up, roll up, for the Noosa Country Show.

This year’s event, “Where town meets country”, is an impressive jam-packed program for all ages to enjoy.

Noosa Show Society President Rob Graham said this year’s show is an opportunity for everyone to come together in a real spirit of community.

“The Noosa Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial (A.H.&I.) Society is ready to welcome everyone to this year’s Noosa Country Show.

“It is a fantastic opportunity for people throughout the Noosa Shire – those from the more urban parts of Noosa through to those with rural roots – to come together in a real spirit of community.

“This sentiment is reflected in the show’s theme ‘Where town meets country’.

“We know there are so many young people, especially those who have had limited opportunities to learn

about the agricultural and horticultural heritage of our community, who are keen to know where their food comes from.

“At the show, they can be introduced to farm animals at the petting zoo, see the judging of stud beef, and look through the different flower, cookery, and craft displays,” said Rob. There will also be events for the whole family, like the traditional Side Show Alley and Friday night fireworks and the immensely popular Honky Tonk Rodeo on Saturday afternoon.

“The equestrian events are the mainstays of any show, from the Ekka to our smaller Noosa Country Show, and the horsemanship over both days of the show is worldclass.

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The Noosa Show Society is especially pleased to have passionate horseman Guy McLean at the show on both days.

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New owners, branding Cooroy business gives $500 for local kids for Cooroy store COOROY’S mower and ATV store has changed hands.

Yardworx Equipment Pty Ltd Managing Director Lachlan Jarrett and fiance Chloe purchased Cooroy’s Mower & ATV Solutions in July.

Lachlan said the store will be rebranded later this month but that is all that is changing.

“We’ll be rebranding the store to Yardworx but all staff are staying on so you’ll see the same smiling faces and get the same great service and quality stock.”

Lachlan said they purchased the store because they saw it as a good opportunity to be a part of a great local community.

“Since we bought, we’ve been supporting community events like the local football club’s sports day – we provided a buggy for them to use, and we also supplied one for Rotary to use at the Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival.

“It’s important to us to be a part of the community through supporting events and employing local.”

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The former farmer with a background working for John Deere corporately, has also just purchased a second mower store.

Yardworx Equipment Pty Ltd acquired Sunshine State Mowers in Noosaville on 1 September.

“We believe by owning both stores we will be able to provide better service to customers by having more mechanic trades and stock across both locations.”

Sunshine State Mowers will also be rebranded to Yardworx later this month.

Both Yardworx stores will continue to provide top-quality ride-on, push and powered mowers for home and professional use in the four main brands: Cub Cadet, Stihl, CFMoto and Toro. Honda mowers are also available at the Noosaville store.

The Cooroy store will also continue to stock all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and both stores will provide expert advice, sales, service and repairs.

“The Cooroy store has

been providing advice, expertise, sales, servicing and repairs of ride-on, push, and powered mowers and ATVs for many years.

“The staff have the expertise and experience needed to help customers choose the right equipment for the job.”

While the Noosaville store has always only ever serviced the quality brands that they sell.

“The service department has always been committed and dedicated to offering expert knowledge and skills.

“The service staff are factory trained and are all career technicians who are passionate about their work.”

So for quality mowing, ATV, mulching, pruning, generators, pumps, chainsaws, pressure cleaning, tree care equipment or gardening tools, see the experienced teams at the Yardworx stores in Cooroy and Noosaville.

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COOROY’S kindergarten is delighted to have received a donation from a local business.

Cooroy Community Kindergarten’s director and head teacher Diana Markovits said they are so thankful to the Cooroy IGA for a “generous donation”.

“As a non-profit organisation, we rely on fundraising to get extra things for our children.

“The Cooroy IGA always

supports us and this year they decided to give us a cheque for $500.”

Diana said the money would be used to get a new woodwork table for the children and to finance incursions to enhance the children's education program.

“Some of the IGA employees’ children come to the kindy and our families go to the IGA so it is a lovely community story.

“We hope the IGA knows how much our whole kindy community appreciates such a generous donation; it really does mean the world to us.”

Cooroy IGA owner, Peter Zipf, said it is just locals helping locals.

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Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, Regarding the story about the landslip at Black

Mountain and the frustration of residents in a recent edition of your local paper (Cooroy Rag 27 July 2022), I recall many years ago slips occurring in the Blackall Range behind Nambour where the cause had been attributed to the clearing of the land some 70 years previously. After all that time, the residual roots left in the ground from the original trees had finally decayed to the point they no longer pinned the mountainside together. I see this as possibly contributing

to the cause of this recent slip. So in retrospect, this is not a problem caused by council but by past landholders in clearing crucial elements of the vegetation.

While I understand the frustration of local residents caused by this situation, some serious planting of deep-rooted trees could be considered. I have noted over the last 50 years of living here, that major land clearing has occurred without consideration of possible consequences for future generations.

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Finally, the first two of our library book vending kiosks have opened. The Peregian Beach ‘BookShelf’ kiosk has more than 200 items available for borrowing. A second library BookShelf kiosk will be up and running at Pomona in the next few months. With the library kiosks in place, we aim to provide easier and improved access to library items. For further information, please see our council website or Facebook pages for further details.

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Rob Skelton Member for Nicklin QUEENSLAND’S Path to Treaty has reached a historic milestone and the Queensland Government has announced the next steps on the state’s Path to Treaty.

This will involve work on the legislative architecture to establish the formal mechanism to enable the Treaty/ Truth Telling process to be enacted and fully realised.

Treaty is for all Queenslanders. It’s an opportunity to create a new future between First Nations Queenslanders and non-Indigenous Queenslanders – a process through which all Queenslanders can recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of the land, winds, sky, and waters we now share. More information

can be found at https://www. qld.gov.au/firstnations/treaty.

This site will provide you a summary of the process so far, advice about the Independent Interim Body which will be a key driver of Queensland’s Path to Treaty, and news and community updates.

Queensland has also secured a major win with the National Emissions Reductions locked in. After a decade of inaction and distraction under the LNP, we’ve now secured agreement between governments to enshrine emissions reductions’ objectives into the laws governing Australia’s energy market.

This is all happening while Queensland continues to keep downward pressure on power prices by

bringing more renewable energy supply online and investing in storage. This agreement to start work on what will be legally binding energy objectives sends a very clear message to industry and investors that all Australian governments are committed to achieving a decarbonised, affordable and reliable power grid. And make sure to keep an eye out for your $175 energy rebate in your next power bill, which is only possible because the Palaszczuk Labor government has kept Queensland’s power assets under public ownership.

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Sandy Bolton State Member for Noosa WITH the arrival of spring comes much to enjoy that our home has to offer – including fabulous events!

Congratulations to the Rotary Club of Cooroy for a successful Cooroy Mountain Spring Festival. Unfortunately my still-recovering broken foot could not tackle the climb; however, next year!

It was an honour to speak at the official opening of the multipurpose Living Skills Area at Cooran State School enabled by a $33,000 Community Benefit Grant with further dollars from the P&C and Department of Education. With a learning space that doubles as a tuckshop and commercial kitchen, everything grown by students can be prepared and cooked on site – a 14-year dream come true!

Congratulations to our Peter Doherty Awards

for Excellence in STEM Education winners– Katrina Holewa from Noosa District State High School receiving an Outstanding Teacher of STEM award, and Cooran State School recognised as an Outstanding STEM School. An awesome result from only 28 across the whole state – how proud we are of you!

As advised previously, the Lake Macdonald Dam upgrade has been reviewed, with Seqwater undertaking an options analysis which should be presented before end of year. Assurances have been given that should any change occur to the previous drafted design, the amenity of surrounding residents, environment and safety of those living downstream are in all considerations.

The Kin Kin Road Project involving a widening of 800 m of the road is moving into

the second stage, being approximately 150 m. All four stages of this project are expected to be completed by early 2023 weather permitting, so some patience, as well allowing extra travel time, will be needed. We are still waiting on the determination from Council’s court case and will update as soon as received.

There is much more to report, and not much space! So please visit www. sandybolton.com/noosa360, subscribe to our monthly newsletter and join us on Facebook for updates. As always, if you live in the Noosa electorate, don’t hesitate to contact our office via noosa@parliament.qld. gov.au or 5319 3100 if you require assistance or have any questions.

Enjoy the coming months, hopefully without the rain predicted?

Sandy

Dear Editor, Since Noosa Hospital opened in 1999, Labor governments have presided over a reduction of the 75 public beds which had been dedicated in the original concept along with the 35 private beds, which together made the hospital a game-changing private/ public facility.

The massive population increase in the northern region of the Sunshine Coast has been ignored and overlooked by Queensland’s Labor government, in spite of the present serious state bed shortage.

The doctors, nurses, and allied staff of Noosa Hospital have made mammoth efforts to support residents during the difficult time of Covid and other relevant circumstances by providing high-quality care and services for the northern region of the Coast.

Without state government assistance, the Noosa Hospital has been ‘punching above its weight’ all through its 23 years of operation. Now that the hospital is fully owned by Queensland Health and leased and operated by a private company, it is way

beyond time for more private beds at the hospital, and for the original public beds to be reinstated as a matter of urgency.

The Queensland Government’s present disarray means that the Noosa region can only hope that if our pleas for acknowledgement are not forthcoming from the state government, then they will be at least responded to by the Queensland Opposition in the run-up to the next state election.

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Registered Tax Agents • Accountant • Business Advice Amelia Lorentson Councillor for Noosa Shire Council NOOSA is well known for being a great place to live and visit. The process of developing a Destination Management Plan (DMP) is to ensure that Noosa continues to be a great place for our residents and visitors.

Council has committed to undertake a Destination Management Plan (DMP), an ambitious project that will bring together our tourism industry, our community and Council with the aim of creating a strategic vision and joint plan that will support a well-managed and sustainable destination.

Council, through a robust EOI process, three individuals with extensive expertise and knowledge in DMPs, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Tourism and Environmental and Risk Management were invited to sit on the DMP Project Control Group: Nathaniel Bromley, Wayne Kayler-Thomson and Michael Tarrant.

The remaining 26 nominees have been invited to join a Community Panel (advisory group) to be involved in the DMP process.

Nominees include representatives from business associations, community organisations and residents from across the Shire.

Success of the DMP will

therefore be measured by this community by what matters to this community.

The DMP must therefore be driven by both industry and the community.

Important community, environmental and economic concerns are all at play here and the Noosa community has the right to be properly engaged and given the opportunity to get it right.

We need to work out how we can achieve both resident aspirations to maintain residential amenity and lifestyle, and visitor desires for a unique Noosa experience.

Tourism that delivers social, cultural, and environmental benefits to the community as well as economic benefits.

Tourism that is inclusive and that protects the Noosa Brand.

We do not need to reinvent the wheel; we just need to have to look at other places to see how they are responding to the same challenges.

And we need to align our targets and goals with our own strategies: our Local Economic Plan, Social Strategy, Transport Strategy, Environment Strategy, and the Noosa Planning Scheme.

It’s time to start taking action towards building a more sustainable future, where our residents benefit from tourism.

Let’s trial paid parking (residents exempt), or a congestion tax (residents exempt), build better infrastructure, a priority bus lane (local loop), surfboard sheds and lockers (resident priority), invest in eco-Hinterland eco- tourism, grow Indigenous Tourism, improve public toilets and end of trip facilities, build more disability parking and changing places toilets, better beach accesses along the Eastern Beaches and carparking, better walking paths and cycleways, enable worker accommodation in appropriate locations and manage and enforce STA local laws compliance.

We are a tourist town.

And we are a resident town.

Our challenge is to get this balance right, and to make Noosa a great place to live, work and visit.

This is a plan for better tourism that ensures that Noosa continues to be a great place for our residents and visitors.

(The personal views expressed in this article are my own and not necessarily those of Noosa Council.)

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New this year is the dog high jump competition at 4:15 pm. Open to all dogs (except females on heat), entry costs $5 per dog and the winner receives $200.

At 4:30 pm, the night-time entertainment begins with live band Audible Lines, before the laser show and fireworks at 7 pm.

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Opening on Friday 16 September and running until Sunday 18 September, T.A.G. committee member Jan Cooke said this year’s art show will be the biggest and best ever.

“For the first time since 2019, we are able to hold a Gala Opening Night on

Friday 16 September. The official opening will be performed by Councillor Frank Wilkie.

“We are indebted to our award-winning guest tutors: Trevor Purvis, Helen Lawson, Fiona Groome, Dale Leach, Pam Miller, Clare Riddington-Jones, Tricia Taylor, Anne Yang and Lizzie Connor. These wonderful tutors have all encouraged members to try new techniques and de-

velop their skills in different mediums.”

There will be paintings to suit every taste on sale at reasonable prices and T.A.G. is once again donating funds raised from the gold coin door entry, raffle and artists’ donations to Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, Doonan in memory of T.A.G. founder, the late Gwen Blair.

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On Saturday 17 September, Kenilworth Showgrounds will come alive with horse events, rodeo, woodchop, chainsaw post ripping, sideshow entertainment, pavilion displays, chooks, bar and band.

Gates open at 8 am with show jumping and horse events starting at 8:30 am.

At 10 am, the ten woodchop events, including chainsaw post ripping, and the NRA All Round Rodeo begin.

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Artist/photographer Patricia Sheppard said she has an expansive array of subject matter.

“I express my flair in portraits, landscapes, underwater photography, sculpture (limestone) and abstracts in pastels, charcoal, acrylics, oils, cold wax and encaustic works.”

A prolific artist and enthusiastic photographer, Trish enjoys capturing spontaneous images on her national and

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“I love to capture the spirit of the place and people into my artwork when I paint.”

Guest artist at ACMA AT this month’s Australasian Country Music Association (ACMA) country music concert in Yandina, guest artist Sue Coats will entertain with a vibrant, enjoyable performance.

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What’s On What: Great Noosa Trail Walk

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THE three-day adventure following the Noosa Biosphere Trails, a network of around 100 km connecting Cooroy, Cooran, Kin Kin and Pomona in the Noosa Hinterland is back.

Hosted by the Cooroy Future Group, the 2022 Great Noosa Trail Walk is being held the first weekend in October.

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“The route takes in the best views and traverses farmland, national parks, state forests, creeks, bushland and rolling hills. The experience combines community, countryside, nature and camaraderie.

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the towns and trails.

“Walkers are encouraged to be self-sufficient and self-guided, but having a team of local guides brings a welcoming sense of support and community.”

For the third year in a row, organisers are aiming for a Zero Waste Event, encouraging walkers to bring their own food and water in reusable containers and to “Leave No Trace” on the trails.

Wholesome breakfasts at camp and lunches to go, as well as a pop-up tea stall, will be prepared by local community groups Cooroy Pomona Lions Club and Kin Kin Community Group.

Funds raised from the event are put back into the local community, and last year contributed towards the planting of 2,200 tree species in the hinterland, providing shade into the future.

This year the event will also offer a one-day walk on the first section.

Registrations for both the one-day and three-day walks and an interactive map showing highlights of the route are available online.

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What: Noosa Open Studios auction and launch When: Thursday 22 September from 5 pm to 7 pm Where: Saw & Mill restaurant, 5 Opal Street, Cooroy Tickets: www.noosaopenstudios.com.au

THE Noosa Open Studios 2022 Art Trail guide is now available.

Copies can be picked up from local galleries and visitor information centres to start planning visits to 117 artists across 100 studios in the Noosa Shire over nine days from Saturday 1 to Sunday 9 October.

With so many artists and studios to choose from, the trails are divided into five sections. Choose between visiting trails around Noosa, the hinterland or the inland

rural townships of Eumundi, Cooroy and Pomona.

Artists include ceramicists, woodworkers, sculptors, glass artisans, a knife maker, mixed media artists, mosaic artists, painters, photographers, printmakers, textile artists and more.

The guide – which is also available online – includes a full program for the 2022 Noosa Open Studios, including artist profiles and participating galleries.

Until Sunday 11 September, an early viewing of par-

ticipating artists’ works will be on exhibit at the Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre.

And on Thursday 22 September, Noosa Open Studios 2022 will be officially launched with an auction at Saw & Mill, Cooroy.

At the event launch, artists will auction a number of 2D/3D collaborative creations. The innovative 2D/3D Collaborative Project encouraged participating Noosa Open Studios artists to work together to grow their creative experiences.

Tickets are $65 and include drinks and nibbles and the opportunity to meet Noosa Open Studios 2022 artists.”

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Bookshop idea a bestseller

WHAT started as an idea to stop books from ending up in landfill has ended in a permanent bookshop.

A few years ago the club saw a need in the community to allow people to donate their books rather than dispose of them. A call went out and hundreds of books were received from the general public, most of them in pristine condition.

This prompted the club to hold

a bookfest every four months, which raised funds to support the local community. The bookfests proved to be so popular the club decided to take up the challenge of opening a regular bookshop.

The first bookshop was set up under the Pomona Community House; however it became too small as the book donations kept rolling in, as did the customers.

The decision was made to shift the Lions bookshop to its current location, on the corner of Mountain and Hospital Streets, in April last year and has proved a roaring success.

Bookshop volunteers have created an easy-to-find, comfortable environment, and all fiction and non-fiction books are priced at just $2.00 with children’s books at 50 cents.

The bookshop is open every Friday and Saturday morning from 8 am until around 12-12:30 pm and all readers are welcome.

To date, the bookshop has raised nearly $17,000 and is nearing the sale of its 10,000th book.

Every book donated and every book that is purchased goes to assisting people less fortunate within the community.

The Cooroy Pomona Lions Club is also celebrating the 50th year of their charter into the Lions organisation early in 2022.

Belli Community Hall turns 90

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THE Belli Community Hall is celebrating its 90th birthday on Saturday 1 October with a high tea and local entertainment

from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Celebrations will then continue into the night with a sausage sizzle and bar.

With a historical skit through the decades, local music and kids’ face painting and activities, the Belli Community Hall committee will honour those past community members who helped build a lovely gathering place.

If anyone has any information to add to this occasion or wants to play a part in contributing to the event, please call the committee on 0448 948 198 or send an email to bellihall@ gmail.com.

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Submissions open for community grants SUBMISSIONS are open for Cooroy Rag’s community grants program for 2022.

Local community groups can apply for grants of $500 to $2,500 cash. Applicants must be an organisation that supports our community and is based in the Cooroy Rag

distribution area.

The grants program is not open to individuals; however a club can apply for an individual member needing assistance.

To apply, send a one-page letter to Cooroy Rag Community Grants, admin@cooroyrag. com.au, with a brief back-

ground of your organisation, how it helps the community, and what the funds will be used for.

Applications outside of the submission deadlines will not be eligible.

This process is conducted by the Cooroy Rag Committee.

Club talks gardens THE Tewantin Noosa Garden Club is holding its next meeting on Monday 12 September.

Guest speaker, Fernland general manager Nick Hutchinson, will talk about the history of the business and what they sell, the impact Covid has had on the business, and sourcing supplies through overseas companies. Nick is also on the board of Green Life Australia.Plant sales, competition table, raffles – and afternoon tea will also be served.

Guests are welcome to attend the meeting at the Salvation Army church hall, 6-8 Bartlett Road (off Rene Street), Noosaville from 12:30 pm for a 1 pm start.

For further information contact Len on 0417 604 889.

Talking about the Mary River THE Noosa Parks Association hosts the Friday Environment Forum on the second and fourth Fridays of the month.

The 23 September forum, titled “Pumped hydro, urban water, the Mary River is no magic pudding” will feature guest speaker Ian Mackay from the Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee.

The Friday Environment Forum is a public information exchange covering a range of current conservation and environmental issues. It is held at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville.

The forum starts at 10:30 am and morning tea is available from 10 am to 10:25 am. Entry is $5 by ‘tap & go’ at the door.

Everyone is welcome.

For more information visit www.noosaparks.org.au/ friday-environment-forum/

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THE Cooroora Woodworkers Club is hosting its annual show next month.

The 2022 Cooroora Woodcraft Show will be held on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 October at the Cooroy Memorial Hall.

The event features amaz-

ing woodcraft displays by club members and school students, and interclub competition entries.

There will be demonstrations of woodturning, scroll saw, chainsaw sculpting, carving and milling.

Items made by talented

club members and special guest exhibitors will be for sale, and raffle tickets will be available for the bushies tank bar, turned burl bowl and slab of wood.

Sandwiches and various sweet treats, coffee, tea and cold drinks will be available from the canteen. Come along and have an amazing time.

Entry is $2 and the event starts at 8:30 am each day.

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The club’s workshop and kilns at 8 Lowermill Road, Cooroy are open from 9 am to 12 noon Monday to Saturday.

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NATIONAL Tree Day was celebrated with a mass tree planting event at Cooroy’s Kauri Park.

More than 70 people assisted in the planting of

more than 900 trees and shrubs at the park between Elm and Kauri Streets in July.

Organised by Noosa Council’s bushcare officers,

the event was attended by many families who enjoyed a barbecue and getting up close and personal with reptiles and insects with VIP Wildlife.

Friends of Kauri Park bushcare group, together with Noosa Council officers, will now ensure the small plants grow to maturity to provide more habitat for the many native species of birds and animals that call the park home.

Friends of Kauri Park meet monthly to restore habitat in the park. If you would like to join the group contact 0428 559 245 to register your interest. Meanwhile, take a walk through Kauri Park to see the progress made so far.

Sconetime Cooroy JOIN local seniors and Cooroy business folk to enjoy a scrumptious morning tea of Noosa Black coffee plus Sunshine Coast Foodie Martin’s freshly

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Polo & Provedores coming to Pomona

THERE is a new chic sporting and food experience coming to the hinterland.

Polo & Provedores Noosa at Pomona Showgrounds on Saturday 5 November will showcase some of Queensland’s best polo players competing on an arena field.

Over the course of the day, four teams will showcase their horsemanship, culminating in the Polo & Provedores Noosa Grand Final. The event is sanctioned by the Queensland Polo Association.

In addition to an afternoon of competitive arena-style polo, Polo & Provedores Noosa will feature well-

loved polo institutions including the Divot Stomp; the Kids’, Ladies and Gentlemen’s dash; and the IN Noosa Magazine Fashion on the Field.

Polo & Provedores event co-founder Aaron Flanagan said pairing polo with provedores made sense.

“Polo is a sport that brings people together and offers an experience that caters for families, sport enthusiasts, socialites and fashionistas. Pair that with stunning local food and drinks from the Noosa region and it’s a winning match.

“We are also really excited to be supporting the Noosa Show Society through the

use of the showgrounds venue.”

Polo & Provedores has created a range of firstclass hospitality packages including the Premium Private Pavilions, the Players’ Lounge and the Colts & Fillies Bar with DJs turning up the tunes.

For a more traditional take on polo, guests can reserve a car boot picnic space with some friends. This event is for all ages. It is a licensed event and no BYO is permitted. Ticketing packages are now on sale with early bird pricing ending 5 October.

For more information visit www.poloandprovedores. com.au.

Runners dash for cash THE inaugural Cooroy Mountain Park Dash for Cash was a big hit with the trail running community.

A total of 50 runners were registered for the August event and some of Australia’s elite turned up, along with those out to have a fun time.

The women’s race was won by Brielle Erbacher, back from representing Australia in the 3000 m steeplechase at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham where she made the final.

In the men’s race, 17-yearold Coolum lad Hudson Jessep took line honours with a classy performance over a very steep and challenging course. Hudson is the under 18 Australian 3000 m track record holder

and was runner-up in the Australian schools cross country recently.

Both Brielle and Hudson each took away $1,000 cash prize money, which they both intend to put towards travel costs to national competition around the country.

Race Director Andy Town thanked the local community for getting behind the event and supporting it, and extended a very special thank you to Stuart Moody of K2 Property who allowed the event on his spectacular estate.

New trees around tees for jubilee THE Cooroy Golf Club has received a grant to plant a grove of trees to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

The federal government provided the funds for the grant and the tree planting is being done by Noosa Landcare in conjunction with

Cooroy Golf Club volunteers who will maintain the area.

Pictured are Llew O’Brien (member for Wide Bay), Andrew Dick and Mark Woolway (Cooroy Golf Club) with the grant certificate and plaque at the tree planting site.

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Cooroy gymnasts shine Fun and friendly competition at Cooroy Pony Club’s gymkhana at championships

THE Cooroy Gymnastics Club took a record 26 athletes to compete in levels three to six at the Sunshine Coast Regional Championships.

Almost 200 gymnasts from Deception Bay to Hervey Bay took to the floor at this year’s event at Maroochy Beach Gymnastics to compete for regional championship awards as well as selection into the Sunshine Coast representative teams.

The Cooroy gymnastics team won an impressive nine Sunshine Coast

Championship titles and 15 medals in total.

In addition to the medal haul, three athletes were selected to represent the Sunshine Coast in the Queensland Regional Challenge: Isabella Dean, Neve Bayldon and Anaya Dickson.

The gymnasts will now prepare for the major competition of the year, the 2022 Queensland Junior State Championships.

This year, 14 Cooroy girls have qualified to compete in Brisbane in September.

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“Cooroy Pony Club would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the day to make it such a resounding success, and acknowledge the Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and Combined Coastal Car Club for use of their grounds and facilities.”

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“The community support from local families and businesses by way of sponsorship and donations was overwhelming and there were so many happy smiling faces come presentation and MEGA raffle time.

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The Rag Review

AFTER a long break, The Rusty Fork has again been out dining in the wonderful hinterland. This month we selected Bask Eumundi.

Bask Eumundi is in a beautiful tropical setting in the main street of Eumundi, run by the amazing and talented couple Jack Madden and Jess Coolican.

The specialty of the house is a long, lazy lunch, sharing their gourmet seasonal menu on large platters for you to share.

Although the team comes with an extensive list of experience and awards, it feels like being in a beautiful home where one of your friends has made the most authentic country fare.

We enjoyed the whipped

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almond cream on housebaked country loaf for entree, which was also served with a light and tasty onion tart with just the perfect amount of caramelisation.

Because the entrees were light and tasty, there was plenty of room for mains which arrived in generous and hot portions.

The menu included slowcooked beef rump cap, divine potato gratin, and al dente vegetables and locally grown mushrooms.

We chose to have the accompanying wines with our meal, and they really were a highlight.

The Chardonnay was just beautiful and even impressed the Savvy B-loving Mrs Fork.

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Music for mental health

Dessert arrived and was a blood orange cake with lovely cream. A very understated end to an elegant meal.

The combination of the home-cooked elegant food, the delicious wines, and the attentive and friendly staff wasonly outshone by the setting and the incredibly warm Jess.

If you have a special occasion coming up, do yourself a favour and book a long lunch at Bask.

Easy to see why it has been hailed as one of the best new restaurants to open in Australia this year.

Fork Ratings (out of 10): Food 8, Service 8, Atmosphere 9.

THE combined Rotary Clubs of Cooroy, Eumundi Noosa, Noosa Daybreak and Noosa Heads are organising a free community music event to further engage with the community on the need for people touched by mental health issues to reach out and speak up.

The Don’t Bottle It Up (Mental Health) free family fun day is being held on Saturday 17 September from 10 am to 4 pm.

Rotary Club of Cooroy President Andrew Aves said the event will feature local musicians and bands, ranging from the talented younger people in the area to some legends of the Sunshine Coast music scene.

“There is a consensus of informed opinion that music is a great therapy for people and we hope the message will be recognised at this event.

“Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event such as a natural disaster, a serious accident, a terrorist act, war and combat.

“Most PTSD therapies fall under the umbrella of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). The idea is to change the thought patterns that are disturbing one’s life.

This might happen through talking and is the basis of our Rotary campaign ‘Don’t Bottle It Up’,” Andrew said.

Following this event, Rotary will host a follow-up conference at Noosa Springs Resort on 5 October.

“At the daylong conference, attendees will have the opportunity to listen to a host of speakers, all of whom have a message to tell.

“The keynote address will be from Professor Jim Lagopoulos of the world-renowned Thompson Institute, which is based on the Sunshine Coast.

“Other speakers will include Tony Dell, a former Australian Test cricketer and an unabashed advocate for the need for more to be done to help first responders, especially those impacted by military service.”

For more information, visit http://www.cooroyrotary.org. au/index.php/don-t-bottleit-up

Free health expo coming to Cooroy

SAVE the date for the Hinterland Health Expo coming to Cooroy Memorial Hall on Tuesday 18 October.

The event, which is a collaboration of health providers in the region, aims to re-engage and reignite the community’s health post-Covid and get back on track for regular appointments/screening.

This free community event, from 9 am to 12 noon, is open to all. For more information, drop into LiveLife Pharmacy Cooroy.

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The Stork travelled through town and visited a few of our local families to announce grandchildren had increased in numbers for some, and first-time arrivals for others.

First up was Greg and Yvonne Raymont with Grandson baby Austin James arrival on 4th August to join the family, mum Amy and Dad Aiden are doing well.

The Stork also called on (volunteer and always Fundraiser) Cathy Breeds home and announced she was a first time “Gram” to baby Grace Ann Peake born on the 16/8/22 to proud parents Stacey and Josh Peake, “Gram” is doing well however, many tears were shed.

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THE Kindness Club’s latest project is Positive Affirmation Cards. The project aims to help combat negative self-talk and encourage self-love.

The children invite the community to choose a hand-decorated affirmation card and attach it to their bathroom mirror as a daily reminder: “I am beautiful, I am grateful, I am loved, I am enough”.

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widely used for their many benefits. The daily repetition of positive statements may help reduce stress and anxiety, increase confidence, improve self-esteem, boost motivation, and improve overall well-being and happiness.

The Kindness Club is delighted with the finished designs and hopes the community will be too! The children hope the cards will help others be a little kinder

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BEHIND the picket fence is all the charming features that you would expect for a circa 1920s’ Queenslander, combined with all the modern comforts.

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For Sale

Address: 628 Traveston Road, Traveston Price: Offers over $1,395,000 Details: 5 bed, 2 bath, 5 car Agent: Kate Mayne 0408 604 802 & Sandy Roulston 0438 506 970 Agency: Noosa Hinterland Real Estate RICH in history, this beautiful Queenslander has a

The Station Master’s Residence story to tell. “The Station Master’s Residence” history stems from when Gympie became known as the “town that saved Queensland”. The heritage aspects of the home remain whilst it has been renovated over the years to accommodate a more modern lifestyle. With five bedrooms and two renovated bathrooms, the heritage and characteristics shine

through with original features such as high ceilings, VJ walls, and wide timber floorboards of local hoop pine timbers.

Simple pleasures such as air-conditioning and a woodfire heater offer comfortable living. The modern kitchen offers a five-burner gas cooktop, a dishwasher, island bench and a large bay window that overlooks the property’s immacu-

late landscaped gardens, natural dam and original stockyards.

The master suite has its own bathroom, built-in robe and walk-through robe. The home features security-screened windows and doors, a security camera system and a 5.5 kW solar system. Water is provided from a drinkable bore, dam and rainwater tank. With a triple-bay carport and tri-

ple-bay shed and workshop there is plenty of room for cars, mowers, boats or tools.

There are three undercover entertainment areas, including a games room and bar that adjoins an inground resort-style pool.

The games room offers a poolside shower area and a decked verandah to enjoy the views across the property.

Offering stunning views of both Mt Cooroora and Mt Cooran, the property is fully fenced with separate yards including a horse paddock, and plenty of space for your camping friends or a potential cabin or two – complete with fruit trees including lemon, limes, mango, apples, kaffir limes, mandarins, oranges and mulberries.

Sail away to relaxing Boreen Point

For Sale

Address: 55 Laguna Street, Boreen Point Price: $750,000 sought-after precincts in the Noosa region: a quaint township of fewer than 300 Agent: Kate Mayne residences nestled on the 0408 604 802 & Sandy edge of Lake Cootharaba.

Roulston 0438 506 970 Living here in this peaceful, friendly community offers Agency: Noosa water lovers the opportunity Hinterland Real Estate to sail, kayak, SUP or just enjoy the natural surroundings yet all within a 20-minBOREEN Point has fast ute drive of Noosa’s famous become one of the most Page 32 - Cooroy Rag, 7 September 2022

Details: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

beaches and restaurants.

This really is the best of both worlds.

This neat and tidy two-bedroom highest home features polished timber floors, a master bedroom with built-in robes, reflective tinted glass, a separate bathroom and laundry.

The kitchen offers plenty of storage with a breakfast

bench that overlooks the dining and lounge area, which features a raked ceiling providing a sense of open space. There are two balconies upstairs offering quiet places to sit and enjoy morning or afternoon breezes. It comes with a lock-up garage underneath with scope to extend or further build in the undercover

area.

The yard is low-maintenance and easy-care, and the rear and sides of the property are fenced.

This home would be ideal to retire to or make your weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Buy now and enjoy years of summer holidays!

Located just steps from

the famous Apollonian Hotel, you can enjoy eating out or some live music on the weekends. Best of all, it’s just a short stroll to the lake’s edge where you can grab a coffee and watch the birdlife, set sail, or launch your kayak for a paddle up through the Noosa Everglades.

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this lady needs no introduction Michelle Vercoe is a Hinterland Sales Agent with a difference.

1. Where do you live and for how long?

I live in Cooroy and have lived here since moving from NSW in 2003.

2. How long have you been a real estate agent?

I started my successful career in rural/residential sales and land development in Bungendore and Queanbeyan in NSW in 1999.

4. What is your point of difference/sets you apart from other real estate agents?

I love real estate and I love dealing with people. My communication and listening skills set me apart. I work hard for my clients, perform well under pressure and have wonderful

negotiation skills. I love being able to match buyers and properties. I have long-term friendships with my past buyers and sellers.

5. What’s one thing people wouldn’t know about you.

I grew up on 2500 acres in central North Island, New Zealand. I was a competitive horse rider, love animals and the eclectic mix of farming and country lifestyle.

6. What’s one thing you would like the community to know about you?

Since the early 1990s, I have been an avid fundraiser, hosting and raising funds for charities like Physically Handicapped Society, McGrath Foundation and Cancer Council.

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Address: 21 Princess St, Cooran Price: $859,000 Details: 3 bed, 1 bath, 3 car, 1.01 ha (2.5 acres) Agent: Robert Farley 0408 478 304 Agency: Ray White Rural Doonan

Secret garden with mountain views SET on 2.5 level, easy-care acres within easy walking distance of the friendly village of Cooran, this property offers the peaceful feel of rural living with town convenience.

The low-set, steel-framed main home features open plan living, including a tiled area with a slow combustion fireplace for enjoying chilly winter evenings, and a well-appointed kitchen with two pantries. A family bathroom and three goodsized bedrooms with built-in Page

robes and ceiling fans complete the interior. Outside is a generous covered area perfect for year-round entertaining, with plenty of space for relaxing with family and friends while enjoying the sounds of native birds and the captivating outlook towards Mount Cooroora. In winter, you can gather around the warmth of the built-in fireplace, while fans and a sparkling inground pool will keep you cool in summer.

A private separate studio

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would be ideal for teens to use as a media/activity room; it comes with kitchenette and bathroom facilities. Gardeners and anyone seeking to live more sustainably will appreciate the gorgeous grounds, where rich soil makes it easy to grow food and decorative species.

Numerous fruit trees are already in place, including mangoes, bananas, pomegranates, paw-paw and citrus. Additional features include a fenced area per-

fect for keeping chickens; garden and storage sheds; and a lovely lily-covered spring-fed dam.

The home and enchanting property offers a sense of peace, privacy, and space of rural living, and is within walking distance of Cooran village with its school, shops, train station and eateries. Everything Noosa has to offer is within 30 to 40 minutes of your doorstep. And the Bruce Highway is close for ready access to Brisbane.

Meet me at Jamaica Blue for a coffee and a chat Rob Farley, Ray White Rural Doonan selling principal, 37 years of sales experience.

Please phone 0408 478 304 or email robert.farley@raywhite.com

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Northerly views on 16 acres

For Sale

For Sale

Address: Lot 20, Top Forestry Road, Ridgewood Price: $925,000 Details: Vacant Land, 16 acres Agent: Michael Robinson 0431 865 616 Agency: Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland SET on 16 acres of elevated land, the property enjoys

Lifestyle acreage with home and shed (1.47 acres)

Address: 96 Pioneer Road, Pomona a sunlit, northerly aspect with views through the valley to the surrounding ranges. This view is framed by majestic gums and mature mango trees with beautiful cascading staghorns, and there are even glimpses of the Teewah sandblow.

The property presents an ideal candidate to build your dream home and enjoy all that a relaxed rural lifestyle

offers. The land is fully fenced and features a stock dam, with the bonus of the school bus stopping right at your front door.

Conveniently situated within 10 minutes of the Cooroy town centre and within 30 minutes of Noosa, everything you’ll need is at your fingertips, but far enough away when you want it to be.

Price: Contact Agent Details: 4 bed, 2 bath, 7 car, 5972 m2 (1.47 acres) Agent: Sam Hargrave 0425 777 121 Agency: Ray White Pomona Hinterland THIS immaculately maintained property offers a wonderful lifestyle in a rural

setting complete with views of Mount Cooroora and beautiful natural surroundings, with shops, cafes and schools just around the corner.

Upon entry, the spacious living/dining area reveals high-vaulted ceilings and plenty of natural light, and there is a choice of covered outdoor areas perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sound of nature. This four-bedroom home has been designed to cater to family living, with the option to easily convert it into two self-contained living spaces if desired.

Outside there is a dogproof yard, fenced vegetable gardens and a chicken coop. The 12 m x 6 m shed with power, water and phone connections can easily house a caravan or motorhome.

This fantastic property provides the perfect tree change opportunity for growing families, with vast potential for anyone seeking a source of income through Airbnb opportunities. It’s just a few minutes’ drive from Pomona and Cooroy, with Noosa approximately 30 minutes away.

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For Sale

Address: 192 Forest Acres Drive, Lake MacDonald

Your own Noosa Hinterland resort

Price: Offers Over $1,495,000 Details: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agent: Alisa Wythes 0415 111 370 Agency: Wythes Real Estate

UPON entering the gated driveway, you will adore the tall hedging that surrounds the wide-open sprawling lawns, creating absolute privacy. The newly renovated, modern country estate sitting on just over 1 acre of cleared usable land is ideal for those seeking a

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beautiful Noosa Hinterland property.

This property ticks every box – with a stunning main residence, separate studio, and the perfect 1 acre of usable land. The main home has open plan living, dining, and kitchen. The kitchen is complete with a

large stone island bench, on-trend cabinetry, dishwasher, and gas cooking.

The spacious open plan living area is complemented with a fireplace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, and glass French doors opening out to a massive covered entertainment area com-

plete with a jacuzzi and TV. All the bedrooms have picture outlooks across the park-like grounds, and the master suite features a modern ensuite with floorto-ceiling tiles and a large walk-in wardrobe.

As well as the three-bedroom two-bathroom home,

the property also features a brilliant separate studio that exudes incredible style and features polished concrete floors, a kitchenette, combined living and dining, air-conditioning, stainedglass windows and a toilet.

If you’re not relaxing by the fireplace, you may be

enjoying a hit of tennis on a full-size tennis court. Abundant water is available from a bore. This home possesses everything you need, to never have to leave. Only a stone’s throw to Noosa and Cooroy’s CBD, this home is ready for you to unpack and enjoy.

Tropical living in a premium location

Price: Contact Agent Details: 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Agent: Caroline Johnston 0409 953 311 & Shane Stanbury 0414 667 740 Agency: Wythes Real Estate

SUPERBLY located in a highly sought-after, quiet cul-de-sac location of Doonan. Nestled perfectly amongst quality prestige homes, this split-level home is elevated, enjoying cross breezes and scenic views of the eastern coastline.

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parking under the house with additional storage.

A practical, spacious floor plan offers good separation for all the family. Separate tiled dining and lounge area. Leading from this area is the first of five bedrooms with balcony access, and

the large laundry with external access. Modern lightfilled, spacious kitchen with ample storage and island bench allows for family connection, homework/breakfast bench. Central cooking on the new five-burner gas cooktop will make cooking

a joy, with oven, fridge and dishwasher at arm’s length.

Venture through glass sliding doors onto surrounding balconies and entertaining deck. Sit, relax and enjoy those stunning views overlooking the pool area.

Situated on over an acre,

this home utilises the land well and offers great privacy from your neighbours, whilst offering a true bush rural backdrop with natural vegetation and wildlife.

Inspections welcome by private appointment or scheduled open homes.

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Ridgetop resort-style living For Sale

Warren Berry

Address: 37 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain

Licensed Real Estate Agent

m: 0407 730 987 p: 5472 0033 warren@wythes.com.au www.wythes.com.au

Price: Offers Over $1,495,000 Details: 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Agent: Kess Prior 0404 344 399

2021 Sales Agent of the Year in the Rate My Agent Awards for Cooroy and Black Mountain.

Agency: Hinternoosa

Call Warren for all your property needs.

PERCHED high on the range in beautiful Black Mountain, this captivating property features everything you’d desire in a high-end resort.

Built in 2005 and thoroughly renovated in 2019/20, the home is in immaculate condition, with new floor coverings, ceiling fans and window dressings. There are two separate, spacious, indoor living areas, one with a fireplace perfect for winter evenings. Both areas open onto a full-length elevated deck, which expands at the back into a covered alfresco entertaining area with a remote awning.

The stunning new kitchen

boasts a walk-in pantry, induction cooking, and a built-in coffee machine and microwave. The generous main bedroom suite will also impress – with its air-conditioning, direct deck access, and a luxurious modern ensuite with twin vanities and a rainfall shower. The main bathroom has also been beautifully updated and boasts a rainfall shower and freestanding tub. Three other carpeted bedrooms have built-in robes and ceiling fans.

Swim in the saltwater pool (with a poolside outdoor shower), bask on the sun deck or laze in the poolside cabana. There’s also ample

room for vehicles, with a double garage plus a separate caravan/boat/car bay with service pit and 3.5 m clearance. Much of the 2.46 ha (6.08 acres) is covered in pristine rainforest, with established gardens around the house.

Water should be plentiful with a dam and 10,000-gallon concrete water tank, while 6kW of solar will help keep your power bills down.

Additional property features include NBN, gas hot water, and LED lighting. There is also a 7 x 9 powered shed with a separate entrance and shower and toilet, with wastewater tank and septic.

Gorgeous character home in Lake Macdonald

For Sale

Address: 10 Kamala Drive, Lake Macdonald Price: Offers Over $1,550,000 Details: 5 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Agent: Kess Prior 0404 344 399 Agency: Hinternoosa Page

SET in a private, elevated position in lovely Lake Macdonald, this gorgeous property presents the ideal opportunity to live a peaceful country lifestyle close to everything the hinterland and Noosa are famous for. The 1.66 gentle, easy-care acres frame a two-storey home with incredible street presence. Lovingly maintained and updated over

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the years, it boasts character features that create a warm, inviting and stylish ambience.

The lower level is an entertainer’s dream, with multiple living areas including an open-plan lounge/dining room and an oversized family room with a combustion fireplace. Or relax with friends and family on the 45 m2 entertaining deck and soak up the fresh

air, sounds of nature and tranquil outlook over the treetops. The cook in your family will appreciate the modern, Hamptons-meetscountry-style kitchen, with its gas cooktop, generous island bench, elegant stone benchtops, and abundant storage. Also on this level are three double-sized bedrooms, a home office, and a tastefully updated bathroom.

Upstairs on one end of the central sitting area is a master suite with twin walk-in robes, treetop views and a stylish ensuite bathroom. The other end has a bedroom and kids’ retreat.

The kids will also love the sparkling inground pool.

There is a separate garage with room for three vehicles, plus a large workshop, a chook pen, vegetable gardens, solar panels,

and two 15,000-gallon rainwater tanks. Additional home and property features include a fire pit, VacuMaid system, sensor lights, security screens and doors, and a pretty seasonal creek.

With its absolutely private and peaceful native bush setting, the property is just eight minutes from Cooroy and its schools, shops, cafes and public transport.

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Address: 75 Smedley Drive, Pomona Auction online: Friday 16 September 2022 at 10:30 am Details: 1 bed, 1 bath, 5632 m2 (1.39 acres) Agent: Phil Hargrave 0417 750 507 & Sam Hargrave 0425 777 121 Agency: Ray White Pomona Hinterland CONVENIENTLY located to the shops, cafés and restaurants of Pomona village with a rural feel that

With a front porch and very is so peaceful and private.

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For Sale

Address: 504 Kenilworth Brooloo Road, Kenilworth

Your own secluded valley

THIS beautiful 258-acre property has been divided into five paddocks plus a laneway. There are a good set of stockyards with covered vet crush, scales, NLIS reader and plunge dip.

The land is a combination of undulating hills with a section running up to your own private rainforest retreat.

Water has never been an issue as there are two good spring-fed dams and an excellent bore, and ample rainwater tanks for the home. For the mechanic or handyman in the family, there is a 26 m x 12 m covered workshop with 3-phase

Price: Offers over $2,450,000 Details: 4 bed, 1 bath, 12 car Agent: Carol Gilmour 0417603451 & Tonia Murtagh 0407135797 Agency: Boxsells

power, ideally suited for farm machinery, caravans and trucks.

The family home is the original farmhouse; it has four good-sized bedrooms, large living area and farmstyle kitchen plus a large enclosed area under the house. The property borders a Sunshine Coast Regional Council flora and fauna parkland reserve. This property offers you and your family a lifestyle change to a great country town – Kenilworth, which is only 45 minutes to the Sunshine Coast.

Unique and rare 48 acres of land, walk to town THIS unique parcel of land is situated within an easy walk to the Kenilworth shops. You have the best of both worlds here: 48 acres of land, private and tranquil yet close to all the amenities that town has to offer.

Nestled high above the Mary River with views of the local rural surrounds and backing onto the local state forest.

There are three good sheds on the property ideal for storage, or use as a weekender till you build

For Sale

Address: 27 Alexandra Street, Kenilworth Price: $2,200,000 Details: 1 bed, 1 bath, 8 car Agent: Carol Gilmour 0417603451 & Tonia Murtagh 0407135797 Agency: Boxsells

your dream home on the cleared, elevated house site. An added bonus with this property (if you wish to look into subdividing) is the current rural zoning for the main portion of the land and a section of land at the front of the property which is zoned rural residential (under the current Sunshine Coast Council’s zoning).

Kenilworth is a great town to live in and only 45 minutes to the coastal beaches.

Rural retreat with Mary River frontage For Sale

Address: 342 Walker Road, Moy Pocket Price: Offers over $1,150,000 Details: 5 bed, 2 bath, 12 car Agent: Carol Gilmour 0417603451 & Tonia Murtagh 0407135797 Agency: Boxsells 342 WALKER Road, Moy Pocket is a private 30-acre property once originally

part of a dairy farm.

It is located down a no through road and is surrounded by larger farming land.

The good, rich red soil is ideal for growing and the land has a good mixture of grassy paddocks to timbered hilly sections. With the property fronting onto the Mary River, you have the ability to pump out for stock and domestic use.

A modest five-bedroom home with two bathrooms, large entertaining area with inground pool. A 24 m x 9 m Colorbond shed has 3-phase power connected.

Let our real estate family show your family the way home

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Business opportunity in tourist hotspot

The Mary Valley’s premier hairdresser

For Sale

For Sale

Address: 10a Elizabeth Street, Kenilworth

Address: 1/131 Yabba Road, Imbil

Price: $85,000 plus SAV Details: Chocolate Shop Agent: Darren Newton 0419 725 182 Agency: Ron Jeffery Realty THE Big Boss Chocolate Co. in Kenilworth has carved out an excellent reputation for quality – quality product range and quality service. It’s a retail business that has a simple philosophy: cover a limited product range and do it well. Their product categories cover the finest chocolate, ice cream, fudge and coffee.

The cash-based retail/ takeaway business is easy

Price: $129,000 WIWO to run, has low overheads, and requires minimum staff.

In fact, it is usually operated by just one person. A long lease is available and initial training will be provided.

It currently operates six days per week, but the operating times and the product range could be expanded.

The business is offered for sale on a walk-in-walk-out basis, plus stock at valuation. It includes all plant and fixtures and fittings in attractive premises that are set back from the street frontage. With picnic-style seating under shady umbrellas, it offers customers a quiet respite from the busy tourist strip. The green lawn adds to the serenity.

Big Boss Chocolate Co. is located right in the middle of Elizabeth St in Kenilworth’s CBD, and services local residents and tourists.

Kenilworth is set on the banks of the Mary River, close to the state forest and nationalpark. It’s part of the Sunshine Coast tourist loop with Maleny and Montville.

Kenilworth is one of the leading Queensland camping destinations, adding to the tourist numbers. The village is less than half an hour from Eumundi where you can go straight through to the coast at Noosa or join the freeway.

Owning your own business in a tourist hotspot … it’s a lifestyle choice!

Details: Hairdressing Business Agent: Bernard Gosset 0411 297 625 Agency: Ron Jeffery Realty THE opportunity exists to acquire this iconic Mary Valley business, well-established in the village of Imbil.

An important checklist when buying a business: The current owner has an impeccable reputation and can pass over an extensive client base.

While the business has operated in its current location for almost 10 years, the current owner has operated in the Mary Valley for around

15 years.

The ex-church building is a landmark in Imbil.

The premises were totally renovated by the current business owner to the highest standard and, apart from the church-like look, has polished timber floors and a chandelier.

A long lease will be negotiated with the successful purchaser.

There are four fully-equipped stations, including a barber’s chair, two shampoo chairs and two private beauty therapy rooms.

Apart from the hairdressing salon and beauty therapy rooms, the premises include an office, stockroom

and colour station plus kitchen and toilet facilities.

Financial information will be made available to interested buyers after initial discussion and/or inspection.

The business is sited on a service road near Yabba Creek, on the edge of the CBD. The location is a short stroll from other Imbil businesses and offers good parking, including off-street disability parking.

Imbil is set on the banks of Yabba Creek and the edge of Imbil State Forest. It’s the gateway to Borumba Dam. The village is less than 30 minutes from Gympie and about 15 minutes from the new freeway.

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RJR Property are excited to announce that we have re-branded.

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 Gympie Region to Maleny Region.  While we treasure our past we embrace our future.

… it’s a lifestyle choice!

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Valley Macadamia Farm

Great value for money

For Sale

Address: 35 Barnes Street, Goomeri

For Sale

Address: 61 Hansen Road, Dagun Price: Offers Over $1,300,000 Details: 3 bed, 1 bath, 5 car Agent: Cherie Carlson 0428 834 708 & Marg Cochrane 0439 989 982 Agency: Marg Cochrane Real Estate LOCATED on a flood-free 45 acres of red volcanic soil in the Mary Valley township of Dagun sits your opportunity to secure an income-producing macadamia and citrus farm and homestead. Currently in organic conversion, the property is well on its way to be organic certified.

The homestead features two bedrooms, a sunroom and a rumpus room (or alternatively could be used as four bedrooms) and includes polished timber floor throughout the living areas and bedrooms, with tiled wet areas and kitchen.

Installed in the living area is a combustion heater to keep you warmer in the colder months, and high ceilings to keep you cooler during the warmer parts of the year.

Both the main and second bedrooms also include a reverse-cycle air conditioner.

In the kitchen are both overhead shelves and cupboards, and cooking is provided by a freestanding gas stainless steel oven and hob.

Populated with 735 mac-

adamia trees, the farm has the potential to generate 12 tonnes a year of produce.

Also located on the farm are 250 Tahitian lime trees and 200 Eureka Seedless lemon trees. A de-greening room is also included in the shed.

An electric bore provides water throughout the property, with an output of up to 5,000 litres an hour via 2-inch underground mains.

Supplementing electricity costs to the house and shed is the 5-kilowatt solar system and the property is secured with an electric boundary fence.

For those interested in a walk-in-walk-out purchase, a full list of machinery and equipment is available upon request.

Price: Offers over $330,000 Details: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agent: Cherie Carlson 0428 834 708 & Marg Cochrane 0439 989 982 Agency: Marg Cochrane Real Estate 35 BARNES Street is one of those properties that promotes the opportunity of great value buying at an entry-level price range.

Situated on a 1012 m2 (a quarter acre) gentle sloping block is a proud highset Queenslander.

The 1940s home offers three bedrooms plus a sleep-out with high ceilings throughout. A mixture of polished timber floors, fresh

carpet and classic tile-patterned floor coverings as well as a freshly painted interior makes use of the natural light to enhance the bedrooms and living areas.

Ceiling fans are featured in every bedroom as well as in the lounge room and entertainment area. The main bedroom and lounge also feature reverse cycle air-conditioning, with the lounge room also having a fireplace.

The updated kitchen includes a servery, electric cooking appliances and a dishwasher.

The front and back of the home both have wonderful and generously sized covered verandas.

Outside the home, you will notice stunningly manicured gardens that set the pace in conjunction with the classic gazebo in the fully fenced backyard.

As well as under the house, there is also a separate shed in the backyard for all of your storage needs.

Along with access to town water and sewerage, there is also a 5,000-gallon tank, as well as a secondary 2,500-gallon tank.

At an affordable price for such a beautifully presented home, we can’t see this one staying around for too long.

Contact our office today for any additional information or to organise your private viewing.

We have cash Buyers looking for their next Cooroy address!

If you would like a no-obligation, no-fee and honest discussion about what you could achieve in today’s market, we would love to hear from you!

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For Sale

Address: 32 Blackbean Court, Black Mountain Price: Contact Agent Details: 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agent: Kimberlea & Eliot Krause 0409 920 861

Delightful home with separate studio

Agency: Countryside Realty Noosa DELIGHTFUL and immaculate both inside and out – you can simply move in and enjoy the stunning outlook from this four-bedroom, two-bathroom family home, complete with spacious one-bedroom studio and double-bay powered shed positioned on fantastic acreage.

As you approach the home, you will feel a sense of serenity and privacy with established gardens encompassing the 1.5 acre block. The home was built in 2002 and this is the first time it has been on the market. The options for the property are endless.

Step inside and you will

find yourself appreciating the open floor plan that boasts a large living space and a dining area connected to the kitchen, in addition to the north-eastfacing verandah running the length of the house.

Polished hardwood flooring, high ceilings and light neutral colours enhance

the feeling of warmth and spaciousness. The kitchen is a great size and boasts a breakfast bar, gas cooktop, electric oven and large corner pantry plus two large windows that take advantage of the view.

Each of the spacious four bedrooms upstairs features a beautiful leafy outlook,

and all have built-in robes, ceiling fans, and are carpeted. The master bedroom features a walk-through robe and a large two-way ensuite.

The ground level has a double carport and dual living quarters. With an open plan living and bedroom area, kitchen, plus a bath-

room and separate exterior access, this space could be utilised for extended family, a teenager’s retreat, home office, or even rented out for extra income.

A double-bay shed with power, water tanks plus a chicken coup, set amongst manicured gardens, complete this stunning property.

Mountain views, picturesque dam

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THIS outstanding property on 2.4 hectares, located in a dress circle acreage belt just a short drive into the delightful village of Cooran, offers an exceptional semi-rural lifestyle with the lot: a quality family home, northerly outlook with glorious countryside views encompassing Mt Pinbarren, stunning magnesium pool, huge shed, and picturesque dam with jetty.

The home is architect designed and offers expansive living across a light-filled single level comprising four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas, a well-appointed kitchen, north-eastfacing covered alfresco, separate laundry, and a double lock-up garage.

Freshly painted internally, presentation is impeccable and features include ducted

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reverse cycle zoned air-conditioning, ceiling fans, stone Address: 33 Willawong benches, 2-Pac cabinetry, Place, Cooran gas cooktop, nine-foot ceilPrice: $1,489,000 ings, dual vanities in stylish ensuite, 7kW solar power, Details: 4 bed, 2 bath, water tank, and 10 x 9 m 6 car 3-bay shed with 3-phase Agent: Stacey Hitch power, extra height, and 0411 429 499 & Damon office.

The grounds are pristine, Gore 0401 115 816 with rich fertile soil, an Agency: Countryside established fruit orchard Realty Noosa and vegetable gardens, and there’s a pump from the down to the jetty and throw dam that goes directly to garden taps; this abundance in a fishing line (the dam is stocked with fish), quietly of water keeps everything observe the nesting black looking lush and green. The swans – so elegant and new fine-mesh dog fencing graceful, and be sure to say around the house will keep g’day to the resident ducks. the cane toads out!

An abundance of birdlife As lovely as the home and also frequents this property; parklike grounds are, the it’s a nature lover’s nirvana. dam will always draw adThis is Noosa hinterland livmiration from your visitors. ing at its most resplendent.

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Congratulations to $50 Cooroy winner Wendy Voso Elson.

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