Hello Community Magazine - Peregian Coolum Noosa - June 2024

Autumn Market Update in Peregian Springs

As we embark on another quarter, we are excited to share some insights into the ever-evolving real estate market with you.

This season holds the promise of being particularly noteworthy, as all signs point to a pending interest rate drop that could make this autumn the best in recent memory. With interest rates anticipated to decrease, the market is poised for a surge in activity, presenting both buyers and sellers with exceptional opportunities.

In addition to this exciting forecast, we are thrilled to announce Eastell and Co.’s expansion into the vibrant coastal communities of Maroochydore and Mooloolaba. These picturesque locales offer a diverse array of real estate options, from waterfront properties to urban dwellings, further enriching our portfolio and extending our reach to better serve our valued clients.

As we navigate these dynamic market conditions together, we encourage you to stay informed and engaged. Whether you're considering buying, selling, or investing, our team is here to provide expert guidance and personalised assistance every step of the way.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. We look forward to helping you achieve your real estate goals and to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

Recent Sales:

34 Highgrove Circuit, Peregian Springs: Price $1,000,000, Sale Price $1,100,000

197 Old Emu Mountain Road, Peregian Springs: 3 Registered Bidders Sale Price $1,250,000

COMMUNITY

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JUNE 2024 | ISSUE 6

Front Cover - Showtime on the Sunshine Coast

Welcome to the June edition of Hello Community, and welcome to Winter! Our cover this month highlights the upcoming Sunshine Coast Show Day. The Sunshine Coast Region has a public holiday on Friday 14th June dedicated for this event, so your attendance helps keep this tradition alive!

Speaking of Winter, don't miss the local cooking page featuring a warm and hearty soup recipe that’s sure to become a favourite.

There’s also been a lot of buzz in our online communities about personal mobility devices like e-scooters. We thought it would be helpful to share the latest rules and penalties for riders as a friendly reminder.

I also want to express my gratitude for your incredible support and interest in our publication We now have over 1,000 email subscribers who receive the digital copy of Hello Community. We are very thankful and appreciate you welcoming us into your inbox each month!

Please feel free to share your stories with us at info@hellocommunity com au

Warm Wishes,

Krys Krys Stedman Hello Community Manager

COMMUNITY EVENT SPOTLIG

SHOW UP FOR SHOWTIME!

Gates to the 2024 Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show open on Friday, June 14th, a public holiday for the Sunshine Coast Region dedicated to its festivities.

Hello Community Magazine spoke with Penny Walsh, the Show Office Manager, who emphasized community attendance is so important to sustain the event and retain the holiday.

The show is meticulously planned by the committee throughout the year to ensure inclusivity. In fact, not only is it the 5th largest agricultural show in Queensland, it’s the only fully inclusive event to run on the Sunshine Coast, even accommodating all abilities on the Ferris Wheel!

The event boasts numerous attractions, from free children's activities like puppet shows and petting zoos to traditional sheep sheering and even a Show Saloon for the Adults. Olympic-level showjumping is always a highlight in the main arena, as well as a Vintage Speedway Showcase and Freestyle Motorcross.

Visitors can bring and enjoy their own picnic basket whilst watching diverse entertainment and into the evening, enjoy an amazing choreographed fireworks display Over $100,000 has been invested in the entertainment.

Community groups like Rotary, Lions and Apex Clubs play a crucial role in the Show and a large portion of funds raised through the event are returned back into many local Community Groups on the Sunshine Coast

There are many parking options, including a free shuttle service from Nambour train station. In addition, a gold coin donation grants access to a cloakroom for your convenience.

The Sunshine Coast Show website offers lots of information and a comprehensive FAQs page.

Despite rising costs to run the Show, ticket prices have been kept as affordable as possible.

Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online or at the gate to support this traditional Sunshine Coast community event.

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NOOSA RIVER UPDATE

Maritime Safety Queensland moves to resolve boating issues on Noosa River

Following extensive stakeholder and community consultation since 2021, Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) is continuing to implement a suite of marine safety and pollution reforms for the Noosa River that commenced in September 2023.

The first stage saw a series of speed limitations introduced in the river. These were very successful, with good feedback from the community over the summer months.

MSQ will now move to the next stage of the reform process by issuing ‘notices to comply’ to owners of vessels that were identified as non-compliant in audits MSQ completed in the leadup to implementing the reforms.

In Stage 3, vessels that do not comply, or that are unseaworthy and abandoned, will be required to be removed from the river between May and August 2024.

Stage 4 of the program, commencing in July 2024, will see a ‘no anchoring’ area established for all vessels and applied to:

60m from the busy southern shore of Noosa River from Noosa Sound to the entrance to Lake Doonella across Noosa Sound and up to Woods Bay the “dog beach” area, south of the river entrance.

Vessels will be able to access the shoreline to set down and pick up passengers or to access restaurants and other popular areas on land, as long as they comply with the speed limits for this area, and do not anchor or cause obstructions or navigation hazards to other waterway users.

Stage 5, starting in October 2024, will see MSQ create a “no anchoring” area for unoccupied vessels over five metres in length, for a host of safety reasons.

The final Stage 6 will see a 28-day anchoring restriction introduced for Noosa waterways, commencing in March 2025, with a designated implementation period for vessel owners to comply by June 2025.

Further information on the management of vessels on the Noosa River management plans can be found on MSQ’s website.

www.msq.qld.gov.au

Yaroomba Beach development approval cancelled

Residents now have greater clarity around what will be delivered on the Yaroomba Beach development site formerly owned by Sekisui House.

Sunshine Coast Council has received – and granted – a request by the new owners to cancel the development approval issued to Sekisui House.

Under the Planning Act 2016, this means that development approval no longer has effect and cannot be acted upon.

The site will revert to being governed by the Coolum Hyatt Integrated Resort and Residential Community (Hyatt Masterplan).

The Hyatt Masterplan allows for 330 dwellings onsite with a range of 2-4 storey buildings, up to a maximum height of 16 metres.

Peregian Springs Shopping Centre Modifications

Work has commenced on the minor modifications of the Peregian Springs Shopping Centre.

There has been lots of chatter on Social Media regarding the barricades that have been set up and concern regarding the existing vegetation. It looks like most of the existing vegetation will be retained. The plans are online which include artist impressions Please click on the button below to view more details.

COMMUNITY AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

Local Author Helping Write to Self-Publish

Peregian Springs author Donna Munro has been writing all her life but only published her first book after turning 52.

“I realised I was over fifty and still yet to fulfil the dream of publishing a book. Four manuscripts lay in my filing cabinet gathering dust. I pulled out the most recent one The Zanzibar Moon. It had potential At least I hoped so I rewrote parts, completed more drafts, edited, and enlisted beta readers. I’d worked for a small publisher, was a graphic designer and figured I’d be able to self-publish. How hard could it be?”

It wasn’t all smooth sailing on the murky sea of self-publishing Donna said, “I knew much of the process but none of the pitfalls

But when I launched the book it was a success and I couldn’t have been happier.” It was such a joy holding that first book baby in her hands she wanted to share the experience with other writers.

While publishing that first book, Donna found that no book included all the selfpublishing steps. Some things she had to Google, others through researching multiple books It was frustrating

The meticulous notes she kept on the self-publishing process became a course she tutored for Romance Writers of Australia.

It went so well that she tutored the course again two years later, putting those notes and course ideas into a non-fiction book which became How to Self-Publish in Oz

How to Self-Publish in Oz was released in 2021. It continues to sell well with many people interested in publishing. She believes its success has been due to the screenshots of the process, links, tasks and templates. The book is also in colour so the images make the steps that much easier for the aspiring self-publisher. The book can be purchased at Annie’s Books on Peregian.

Donna has helped local authors achieve selfpublishing by doing book layouts, and covers and guiding them through the steps. All authors she works with form their own publishing business and retain profits.

“I enjoy helping writers with the things they can’t do but I teach them in a way that at some point they’ll be able to do most of it themselves. It’s their publishing business, not mine.”

To find out more about Donna’s books go to https://www.donnamunroauthor.com/

Local Peregian Author Donna Munro

INTRODUCIN COMMUNITY CO

LOW-COST VENUE-FOR-H

The Maroochydore City Centre welcomes a new addition to its vibrant community with the opening of Community CoLab, a low-cost venuefor-hire on the ground floor of the Sunshine Coast City Hall building.

“Managed by Council’s experienced Community Venues team, Community CoLab offers a versatile space accommodating up to 20 people, providing an excellent venue for a variety of small events.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Rosanna Natoli extended a warm welcome to Community CoLab, the latest inclusion in the portfolio of venues operated on behalf of the community.

“Community CoLab is anticipated to be a valuable resource in meeting the increasing demand for community spaces in the region.

“I look forward to seeing our community enjoy this space.”

Community CoLab features a large screen TV to facilitate presentations, whiteboard, folding tables on wheels and kitchenette with dishwasher.

For bookings and enquiries visit Council’s website and search “Community CoLab” or email:

communitycolab@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

NEW CAMPAIGN ENCOURAGES QUEENSLANDERS TO JOIN THE CREW

High school students, school leavers and mature-aged workers are being encouraged to ‘join the crew’ and discover a career in the Queensland tourism industry.

The newly launched Choose Tourism campaign for Queensland highlights the exciting and rewarding nature of a job in tourism, as well as the unique travel, friendship and flexibility benefits of the industry.

The campaign features five videos showcasing a day in the life of tourism workers, including:

Tour guide Jared at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway (Tropical North Queensland)

Deckhand Max at Cruise Whitsundays (Whitsundays)

Resort host Holly at Qualia (Whitsundays)

Apprentice chef Amy at Kiyomi (Gold Coast)

Venue Manager Savannah at Madame Wu (Brisbane)

A Mature Australians Careers Transition and Employment Seminar Series will also be held in May/June across Cairns, the Whitsundays, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Brisbane, to highlight opportunities for mature workers in the tourism industry.

View the refreshed tourism careers website to support jobseekers with more information at www.tourismcareers.com.au

HOME SCHOOLING

HOME EDUCATION EXPERT GROUP EOIs OPEN

A Queensland Home Education Expert Group will be established to advise government on changes to improve outcomes for home schooled children.

The group is being established to contribute to a stakeholder-informed review of Queensland’s approach to regulating home education through the Department’s Home Education Unit.

A majority of the group members (12) will be parents who currently have a child or young person registered for home education in Queensland. Parent members will be selected via an Expression of Interest process.

Up to three members will be nominees from established home education sector representative organisations with experience in engaging with the sector and government.

The group will be established on a time-limited basis for six months, including for the duration of the Review, and convene generally monthly until December 2024, noting the Review may consider ongoing stakeholder engagement mechanisms to liaise with government on home education matters.

The group will: provide a forum to share and learn from the home educating parent community and better understand their experiences of home education in Queensland; consider topical issues highlighted through consultation on the Bill such as delivery of a high-quality education and provision in the best interests of the child; broadly consider home education regulation; provide perspectives about supports for home education parents; and consider possible approaches for consultation with the home education sector following the Review.

To find the EOIs and more information visit https://qed.qld.gov.au/programsinitiatives/department/queensland-home-education-unitreview

SUNSHINE COAST UPDATE

For our community: landmark funding for Sunshine Coast’s Olympic venues

Three Sunshine Coast sporting venues have been given the green light to progress to tender following a funding commitment of almost $300 million by the Queensland and Australian governments.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said funding for the three sporting venues would be a game-changer for the region and a direct and welcome result of our role as Co-Host City of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“These venues will provide high-quality competition and training facilities for our local athletes, increase participation in sports and recreation across the region, and will have capacity to host major sporting events.

“I want to be very clear – these venues are being built for our community.

“They will provide a place to train, to play, to watch our favourite teams and to cheer on our kids from the sidelines.

“We’ve waited a very long time for the Sunshine Coast Stadium to be expanded. Construction of this venue is on track to start later this year, creating an estimated 650 jobs.”

The planning and design phase of the Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre and Mountain Bike Centre will continue to progress, with construction of those two venues proposed to start in 2025 and 2026, respectively.

The majority of capital funding for the three venues will come from the Queensland and Australian governments, with Sunshine Coast Council set to assume ownership and management of these venues once complete.

A $148 million Sunshine Coast Stadium expansion, a $142 million new Indoor Sports Centre in Kawana and a $14 million Mountain Bike Centre at Parklands are on track to be delivered in 2027, with construction of the Sunshine Coast Stadium Expansion planned to start later this year. - 17 -

COMMUNITY NATURE LO EVEN

Whether you are interested in citizen science, work in the environment space or just love nature – then this event is for you.

The Sunshine Coast Open Data Expo is back at the Doonan Creek Environment Reserve on June 19 and the action-packed program is sure to inspire!

The theme for 2024 – citizen science –will share how researchers across the Sunshine Coast are partnering with citizen scientists to increase scientific knowledge, collect data and share stories on many different topics in our natural environment.

Hear from keynote speaker the acclaimed First Nations author of ‘Sand Talk’ and Right Story, Wrong Story, Tyson Yunkaporta on how story is at the heart of everything and Earthwatch CEO Fiona Sutton Wilson on how global challenges are being tackled at a local level.

Explore the changing soundscapes of ecosystems over the last decade with Dr Leah Barclay from University of the Sunshine Coast.

Be given an insight into innovative data loggers for a Native Fauna Nest Box Monitoring project and how it’s helping to uncover previously inaccessible insights into our local wildlife from project lead Steve Milner, from Sunshine Coast Council.

Discuss how to design accessible citizen science experiences to encourage diverse and inclusive participation from the community with Dr Vikki Schaffer, also from UniSC.

There will also be workshops on mangrove monitoring in the BlueHeart, a new citizen science nestbox monitoring project for Council’s reserves, a ClimateWatch walk through Doonan Creek Environment Reserve plus lots more engaging displays, stalls and conversations.

Event details:

Sunshine Coast Open Data Expo

Wednesday June 19, 9am-2pm

Doonan Creek Environment Reserve, 219 Doonan Bridge Rd, Verrierdale

Book your free ticket to the Sunshine Coast Open Data expo at Sunshine Coast Council’s events website events sunshinecoast qld gov au

HOMES FOR QUEENSLANDERS

NEW LAWS STRENGHTEN RENTER RIGHTS

All forms of rent bidding are banned in Queensland, and property owners will only be able to increase rents once per year on their property, following the passing of new rental law reforms in State Parliament.

The Parliament recently passed the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024, strengthening the rights of Queensland renters.

Additional reforms in the Bill passed by Parliament will come into effect on a date to be set by proclamation, including:

protecting renters’ privacy by requiring 48 hours entry notice and a prescribed form to be used to apply for a rental home, with any information collected to be handled securely limiting reletting costs based on how long is left on a fixed term lease giving renters a fee-free option to pay rent and choice about how they apply for a rental property

improving the rental bond process by requiring claims to be supported by evidence.

The passage of the Bill also enables the government to develop a framework for parties to agree on installing modifications in rental properties, a Code of Conduct for the rental sector and a Portable Bond Scheme

The government will undertake consultation with the sector to develop these schemes.

Minister for Housing, Local Government, Planning and Minister for Public Works Meaghan Scanlon said, “One in three Queensland households rent, and these reforms are about making renting fairer, safer and easier.

“It means renters won’t have to bid more than advertised to secure a rental, that they’ll have their privacy protected and a new code of conduct will stamp out unprofessional practices.

Anyone who needs housing assistance can contact their local Housing Service Centre during business hours or call the 24/7 Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753.

FREE TOOLS FOR FIRST-YEAR APPRENTICES WITH $1,000 CASHBACK

Thousands of first-year apprentices helping to build more Homes for Queenslanders can now get up to $1,000 cash-back, meaning they get the tools they need virtually for free.

The Free Tools for First Years program will support up to 4,000 new apprentices in trades including construction, plumbing, and electrical to get themselves set up for a big career.

Up to $4 million has been allocated to the Free Tools for First Years rebate program, to assist first year Queensland apprentices in the housing industry which includes construction, plumbing, bricklaying, tiling, plastering, painting, cabinet making, stonemasonry, joinery, and electrical trades.

18-year-old TAFE Queensland first-year electrical apprentice Dax Du Toit said, “for apprentices like me who don’t live at home, there are plenty of other bills to pay for already, so if I didn’t have to worry about saving for tools that would be awesome.

“$1,000 can get you almost a whole tool set as a first year and to not have to save for that would make it so much easier to pay your regular bill.

“There’s a lot of work out there for tradies, some people don’t want to do it, but I like it and I know there’s always going to be work.”

Cash back rebates of up to $1,000 will be made available for apprentices to purchase industry relevant tools.

Apprentices would only be eligible once they have completed their mandatory 3-month probational period.

The rebate will be backdated for eligible apprentices to 1 January 2024 and applications may be made until the fund is exhausted.

For more information on the Apprentice Tools Rebate, please visit:

https://www.qld.gov.au/education/apprent iceships/for-apprentices/support/toolsrebate

18-year-old TAFE Queensland first-year electrical apprentice Dax Du Toit

L CAL

Welcome to our Local Dining Review feature, where each month we randomly select and review a dining outlet in Peregian, Coolum or Noosa. Not a paid advertisement or review.

250GRAMMI - NOOSAVILLE

About & Opening Times

250Grammi Food & Wine Bar offers authentic Italian food in the heart of Noosaville. They are open 7 days a week for Lunch and Dinner from 12pm till late, with inside or outside seating, and are fully licensed

Location & Access

Located on Gympie Terrace, with views of Noosa River There is ample free street parking and various car parks nearby, all close walking distance to the restaurant.

Service

Booking a table was easy and a text to confirm the booking arrived really quick. We were greeted with a very warm and friendly welcome and staff were super friendly and very attentive. Service was absolutely 5 star, very friendly, very quick and a really happy environment

Food & Beverage

The drinks menu offered many choices and the cocktails looked really good. Food menu had a good range for starters, pizzas, pastas, sides and desserts The pizzas ordered arrived really fast, and were truly delicious...not a crumb was left! Also worthy of a mention is the Affogato for dessert, it was next level in taste and definitely worth trying.

Summary

Overall we found

250Grammi an upmarket Italian restaurant, but without the pomp. It was very much about the experience with the warm and friendly welcome and happy staff which all contributed to the enjoyable food. It’s also good to know they have a takeaway menu...a great option to indulge in a superb Italian pizza by the river

Cooking L CAL

Roast Pumpkin & Rosemary Soup

The thick skin on pumpkin can make it hard to prepare, so by roasting it first, the skin can be easily (and safely) removed after to make this warming, wintery soup

INGREDIENTS: (serves 4)

800g pumpkin, seeds removed

1 onion, roughly chopped

2 cloves garlic, peeled

3 sprigs rosemary, leaves only (discard the stalks)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp honey

1 ½ cups milk

1 ½ cups chicken or veggie stock salt and freshly ground black pepper

METHOD: Preheat oven to 180°C and line a large baking tray with baking paper.

Wipe pumpkin skin to ensure it’s clean, then cut pumpkin into 6 wedges or pieces Place onto lined tray with onion, garlic and rosemary leaves. Drizzle with oil and honey and season well with salt and pepper.

Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes or until pumpkin is tender and golden.

Allow pumpkin to cool for 10 minutes (or until cool enough to handle). Meanwhile, place milk and stock into a large saucepan and bring to the boil.

Once cool, remove and discard the skin from the pumpkin (a large spoon works well for this) and add to the hot liquid with the onions, garlic, rosemary and any juices.

Once soup comes to the boil, remove from heat and using a stick blender, process soup until smooth.

TIP: This soup is delicious served with cheese toasts, croutons or garlic bread.

For more great recipes refer to The Shared Apron cookbook www.thesharedapron.com.au

L CAL Events

RUNdezvous Run Club Chaplin Park, Noosaville

Every Monday, 4pm

RUNdezvous is open to people of all fitness and ability levels and designed to provide something for everyone. Whether you have never been for a run in your life, or you run 10 times a week and just wanted to meet some likeminded friends along the way.

Neighbourhood Get-together, Peregian Springs Golf Club Friday, 7 June

Our monthly neighbourhood gettogether is on every first Friday of each month from 4:00pm onwards

See you at the Peregian Springs Golf Cl b! St f

Coolum Pre Loved Clothing

Market, 20 Jul, 9am - 12pm Coolum Civic Centre

Loads of pre loved clothing for shoppers to search through - thrift heaven!

FREE ENTRY!

WHAT LIES AHEAD...

The Coolum Psychic Expo brings together a diverse group of over 16 stallholders, healers, and psychic mediums to the Coolum Civic Centre in Coolum Beach.

Visitors can anticipate an enriching experience with an array of offerings aimed at nurturing mind, body, and spirit. The stallholders will showcase a variety of handcrafted jewellery, along with other items that promote spiritual growth and self-discovery

Healers and psychic mediums will be on hand to provide insights, readings, and energy work, supporting individuals on their personal journeys.

The event's gold coin donation entry fee contributes to covering room hire costs, enabling this gathering of like-minded individuals to come together and share their expertise and gifts.

Whether seeking healing, guidance, or simply a deeper connection with oneself and others, the Coolum Psychic Expo promises to be an inspiring and uplifting experience for all who attend.

Soul Journey

0415 610 767

COMMUNITY HAVE YOUR SAY

BUILDING A STRONGER SUNSHINE COAST COMMUNITY TOGETHER

The Sunshine Coast Community Strategy aims to help us: live healthier and more active lifestyles, better connect with our communities, create more vibrant and connected places and spaces, and celebrate our creativity and First Nations culture and heritage.

The strategy has undergone a refresh after vital feedback from more than 1800 community members

Collaborative solutions to transport and housing and homelessness support, more emphasis on community facilities and local activities to bring our communities together, and a renewed focus on inclusion and diversity in all its forms are some of the priorities our community has highlighted.

Other priorities suggested by residents include ensuring balance in the built and natural environment, strengthening community connections as we grow and developing further recognition of First Nations people.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli encouraged all of our community to have their say on this important strategy for our region.

“The draft refreshed Community Strategy reflects our changing Sunshine Coast community priorities,” Mayor Natoli said.

“Here on the Sunshine Coast, we’re connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.

“Residents can provide their feedback by attending one of our community sessions, completing the online survey or, for more detailed feedback, using the feedback template before June 10,” Mayor Natoli said.

“Residents can also get creative and enter the photo competition by sharing a photo that represents our strong Sunshine Coast community.”

Community members who enter the photo competition can win gift vouchers of up to $500, with open and junior categories available

Visit Council’s Have your Say website to get involved today.

Charming Home in Premier Community

Nestled in the desirable community of Peregian Springs, this charming single level home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Boasting three bedrooms, including a primary bedroom featuring a walkin closet and ensuite bathroom, this residence is designed for effortless living.

Tenahya,

Entertainers Dream in Peregian Breeze

Introducing this remarkable former show home, meticulously crafted in 2016 to offer the epitome of modern living and entertainment. Perched elegantly on an elevated street, this residence presents an array of features perfectly suited for those who love to host.

Ben & Tenahya, Eastell and Co. 0424 180 096 | tenahya@eastellandco.com

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Contemporary Peregian Springs Entertainer

Set within inspiring resort-like grounds and superior amenity, this expansive four-bedroom Peregian Springs entertainer features magnificent family spaces, premium inclusions and seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity.

Ben & Tenahya, Eastell and Co. 0424 180 096 | tenahya@eastellandco.com

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