Spring is upon us, and there is a certain vibrancy in the air, mirroring the momentum we have seen in the Noosa hinterland property market. With the season blooming, our passion and expertise in the local property landscape are reflected more than ever in the results we are achieving.
In the last six months, Hinternoosa’s sale volume has outpaced the hinterland market, at more than double the number of property sales than our nearest competitor. This dominance doesn’t just translate into impressive numbers; it means real-world advantages for our clients. By drawing an extensive pool of buyers to their properties, our clients can realise greater returns in less time. We have multiple recent success stories of taking over and reinvigorating listings that previously sat idle on the market. Through our targeted campaigns and unparalleled expertise, we have facilitated fantastic sales that enabled these clients to transition seamlessly into their next chapter. If you have been pondering a change, now might be the perfect time to experience the new-look Hinternoosa super team difference.
Complementing our sales achievements, our Property Management division is also setting benchmarks. We have leased more than double the number of properties in the hinterland compared to our closest competitor, minimising vacancy rates and optimising our clients’ investments.
In this edition, we are thrilled to share how our Hinternoosa team is gaining industry-wide recognition. We are honoured to be named finalists in four categories of the prestigious Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Awards for Excellence. These awards salute the best of the best in the entire Queensland real estate industry. This accolade truly showcases the dedication and passion that every member of our team brings, ensuring the best results and an unparalleled experience for our valued clients.
For those with a penchant for the finer things in life, dive into our curated list of the region’s top wine bars. Whether you are a local or just dropping by on holiday, you will uncover some hidden gems that are just a stone’s throw away. After you have had your fill, why not embrace the spring spirit and explore our incredible trail network? We have created a shortlist for you, and it is a picturesque way to balance out those wine tastings!
We also spotlight local studios where you can ignite your creativity through pottery. On the cultural front, we are proud sponsors of the Noosa Open Studios (NOS) free art trail, running from the 6th15th of October. If exploring our beautiful region and discovering fabulous art interests you, be sure to stop by our open homes and grab your free keepsake guide to plan your day on the art trail. Our own team had a ball at the launch auction, and we are delighted with our collection of artistically crafted aprons. If they are any indication of what will be on offer, this year’s trail promises exceptional delights for all.
Crafting this edition has been a journey of passion and dedication, and we sincerely hope it offers insights, inspiration, and joy as you navigate the vibrant Noosa hinterland.
Sirah Robb Noosa Country Style Editor Hinternoosa Director and Principal
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The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) will celebrate the state’s standout real estate professionals at its 2023 Awards for Excellence this October and Hinternoosa has been awarded finalists in four categories.
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Searching for quality wine in Noosa? We’ve curated a list of the finest wine bars in the region for you.
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Tie up your hiking shoes and explore the stunning trails awaiting you on the Sunshine Coast.
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Some occasions call for beer, some celebrations demand champagne, and every now and then, you just need an amazing cocktail. But at the end of the day, you can never go wrong with a great glass of wine. So stop what you’re doing, and check out the best wine bars on the Sunshine Coast.
Hidden just behind Massimos Ice Creamery on Main Street, Sails Wine Bar stands out as one of the Sunshine Coast’s premier wine destinations where they serve 40 wines by the glass in their wine bar, including many premium wines using the Coravin preservation system. Ideal for a relaxed pre-night out drink, it’s so inviting that you might reconsider your evening plans. Their wine collection is expansive, considered one of Queensland’s best, making it the perfect place to treat your date to that special bottle of Grange you’ve been eyeing. Within its vault, under special lock, lie prestigious labels like Henschke, Penfolds Grange, Salon, Chateau Margaux, and a vintage range from Domaine Romanee Conti. Plus, for an exclusive touch, you can privately hire the space for your next gathering.
If you appreciate a nice glass of wine (or bottle), look no further than Noosaville’s Apero. Apero is all about celebrating the European tradition of catching up with a friend for an aperitif and a bite to eat. Their extensive, meticulously-curated, ten-page long wine list draws on wines from all over the world and is the perfect complement to any long chat and Mediterranean-inspired share dish. Just across the road from the Noosa River, stroll on into their Euro-chic bar, as Apero Wine Bar only accepts walk-ins.
Specialising in French and Italian drops, Atelier’s rare and premium wines are made to be shared. They utilise a Coravin preservation system, so you can enjoy the wine usually reserved for the upper echelons of society in 75 and 150ml pours—so no need to buy the bottle. Drop into their intimate and seriously gorgeous space in Noosa Heads,
complete with open wine shelves and a 16-seater French oak table for you and yours. Make a reservation here.
Just up the road from Atelier, you can find Theo’s Social Club. Taking strong French and Italian influence in both their food and drink menu and the streetside setting, Theo’s is an inspired bar with a unique lineup of wines. Inside, you can find a rotating reserve list, made up of low-intervention wines of tiny allocations. Score a streetside table and watch the sun set surrounded by fairy lights while you sip a fine wine and nibble on charcuterie or find a seat by the bar and immerse yourself in the hustle of the bar. You can’t go wrong at this stunning Noosa Heads wine bar.
250 Grammi
It would appear that Noosa is the home of all things wine. This up-vibe, authentic Italian restaurant is situated across from the Noosa River and is open until late—European style—so you can soak in those river views well into night. As the sun sets however, you may want to turn your attention to their wine list. Using the same preservation system as Atelier, 250 Grammi has wines on offer for any budget. Full of Australian and New Zealand wines as well as French and Italian reserves, their wine list is impressive. Oh, and while you’re being impressed, look at their antipasti menu, delicious.
There’s no wrong time to head to Miss Moneypenny’s for a glass of wine—after a tough day at work, late on a Friday night, or for a cheeky Sunday sesh, you’re guaranteed pumping tunes, an awesome wine list, and a buzzing atmosphere. There’s a huge range of wines by the glass and the bar menu will keep those hunger pangs at bay.
30 Saunders Drive, Cooran
Bed 5 Bath 3 Car 4
Price Offers Over $1,195,000
Total m² approx. 330m² Land approx. 2.54 acres
Alisa Wythes 0415 111 370 alisa@hinternoosa.com.au
Here on the Sunshine Coast, we are lucky to have so many drop-dead gorgeous walks close to home. So go on—lace up your hiking boots and celebrate the incredibly beautiful place we live in. Here’s ten of the prettiest walks on and around the Sunshine Coast that you need to explore.
Our glorious pocket of paradise is blessed with numerous stunning walking trails—dotted with towering waterfalls and pristine creeks, and populated by precious wildlife and cool rainforests—there’s no doubt we live in one of the most beautiful spots in the world. Hiking is one of those weekend activities that makes you feel like you’ve achieved something come Monday. Of course, no hike is complete without taking way too many photos. There are so many postcard worthy photo opportunities along these trails.
Mt Tinbeerwah
Do you like the idea of bushwalking more than the actual practice of it? Do you start muttering to yourself “are we there yet?” before you’re even out of sight of the car park? Well, we have just the walk for you. You can drive almost all the way to the top of Mount Tinbeerwah, which itself is just a very civilized five minutes from top-notch coffee at Clandestino Roasters. Best of all, the actual walk is less than 300m long, and a nice easy climb to a viewing platform. Because you’re just out of range of the suburban lights, head out close to midnight, and you’re guaranteed a breathtaking view of the starry night sky.
Kondalilla Falls
Kondalilla, the Aboriginal term for “rushing water”, is just that. In fact, it’s 90 meters of rushing water plummeting into a gorgeous valley.
This stunning walking track leads from Kondalilla Falls down the escarpment into a lush rainforest valley, which is ripe with prime photo opportunities.
The extensive network of walks around Noosa National Park and over the headland is world-famous, so we’re sorry to say you almost definitely won’t have it to yourself. But when you see the amazing ocean views, or when you spot a koala napping in a tree, or even if a gorgeous carpet python slithers across your path, we promise you won’t notice anything else. There are dolphins galore if you make an early enough start, and during whale-watching season, we can practically guarantee you’ll see a whale. Start at the Noosa Heads national park carpark, following the coastal track to Alexandria Bay. Then, enjoy getting a bit of sand between your toes before hiking around the headland at the southern end of the beach, and then down the staircase to Sunshine Beach.
The Glass House Mountains are one of the most spectacular natural landmarks synonymous with the Sunshine Coast. There are a plethora of walking tracks that will lead you from open forests to lookouts with panoramic views of the mountains. The Glass House Mountains are sacred to the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara Peoples, with many ceremonial sites still preserved.
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185 Dr Pages Road, Cootharaba
Bed 4 Bath 3 Car 2 Pool
Price Offers Considered
Land approx. 17.74 acres
Alisa Wythes 0415 111 370 alisa@hinternoosa.com.au
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14/27 Munna Crescent, Noosaville
Bed 2 Bath 1 Car 1
Price Offers Over $699,000
Total m² approx. 100m²
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The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) will celebrate the state's standout real estate professionals at its 2023 Awards for Excellence this October.
Hinternoosa is honoured to be named as state finalists in four categories for this year’s REIQ Awards for Excellence. The new-look Hinternoosa formed earlier this year when Sirah and John Robb’s competing agencies, Wythes Real Estate and Hinternoosa, merged to form a united super team of the best real estate professionals in the region. This has seen their results, client experience and team experience go from strength to strength.
Ranked as the hinterland’s top selling and renting agency and taking a holistic approach to their service, incorporating innovation, community contribution, ongoing professional development and strong leadership, it is no surprise this team have been recognised as finalists in the Medium Residential Agency of the Year and Contribution to the Community Award categories.
Alisa Wythes has been named as an individual finalist in the Residential Salesperson of the Year category. Born and bred in Cooroy, Alisa has consistently been a top performer in the hinterland market. This year in particular, multiple record breaking sales and an ongoing commitment to going above and beyond for her clients has shone through.
Rebecca Ali-Mumtaz has been named as a finalist for Agency Support Person of the Year. With a diverse administration skillset that spans from agent support to marketing, Rebecca was nominated for her integral role in the Hinternoosa rebrand and merge this year. Her production of the Noosa Country Style magazine and dedication to the success of the team and business also supports her finalist announcement.
No strangers to achievements at this level, Sirah and John Robb lead the Wythes team to winning REIQ awards for Innovation in 2019 and Community Contribution in 2020.
Sirah Robb, now Director and Principal of Hinternoosa, commented on the current announcement, “Being named as finalists in four categories is well-deserved recognition for the incredible work our team is doing for our clients, our community and each other every day. Bringing competitors together to form an agency even greater than the sum of its individuals was always going to be a bold move. To see our vision play out so well and for the work every single team member put into making it successful being rewarded with these finalist announcements is just the icing on the cake. I love that the exceptional calibre of real estate professionals we have here in the hinterland are among the best in the entire state and can’t wait to celebrate with our team of superstars.”
Set for 28th October at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, the REIQ Awards for Excellence gala is the most anticipated event in Queensland’s real estate scene, offering REIQ members a unique opportunity to come together and salute the industry’s best.
Pictured: Hinternoosa team nominated for Medium Residential Agency of the Year and Contribution to the Community Award."Being named as finalists in four categories is well-deserved recognition for the incredible work our team is doing for our clients, our community and each other every day. "Pictured from left to right: Alisa Wythes nominated for Residential Sales Person of the Year and Rebecca Ali-Mumtaz nominated for Agency Support Person of the Year.
50-58 Browns Road, Belli Park Bed 3 Bath 1 Car 3
Price Offers Over $1,299,000
Total m² approx. 253m² Land approx. 8.6 acres
Kess Prior 0404 344 399 kess@hinternoosa.com.au
Dannielle Preston 0435 405 656 dannielle@hinternoosa.com.au
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From trying your hand as a beginner craftsman to a full-fledged clay connoisseur, we’ve found some of the coolest pottery studios for you right here on the Sunshine Coast.
If you’re looking for a pottery studio on the Sunshine Coast where you can let your own creativity and self-inspired projects truly take the wheel, then the Cooroy Butter Factory Pottery Studio is the ideal studio for you. Become a member for $40 and then take advantage of the $15 per day access pass and discounted firing rates.
Equipped with all your pottery equipment, wheel-throwing and glazing needs, you’ll have everything at your clay-covered fingertips to keep you feeling inspired. The pottery studio also offers classes if you’d prefer a little more guidance, including a kids clay club. Your one-stop shop for all things kids clay and moulding, the perfect activity with no at-home mess.
Tucked down an arcade in Noosa Junction, Clay Noosa is the Sunshine Coast pottery studio you might not know about yet. Filled with beautiful and simplistic clay pieces that always set Noosa apart from the rest, we know you won’t be able to resist signing up ASAP for these amazing workshops. So mosey on down and have a go at their guided wheel-throwing classes—sitting a max of six to ensure you’ll know the full ins and outs in no time. They’ve got you covered with handbuilding classes that cover everything from sculpting to glazing, as well as a full one-day course on wheel-throwing that includes all tools needed and lunch. Need we say more?
Located in Ninderry, Oxide Clay Art is set in a bush studio, providing the perfect environment for
bringing out your inner creative. Run by incredibly knowledgeable potter Joe Ottaway, start with the five-week wheel throwing course and watch as your block of clay turns into a prized pottery piece.
If you’re looking for a unique studio that offers amazing designs an in-depth class on how best to craft your favourite pieces, Coastal Studio Ceramics is your missing link. You will be in great hands with only a few select classes to ensure the highest quality of your clay designs. Hosting small classes, bridal parties—think adorable heart wedding favours—or private sessions, this is one studio that aims to ensure each piece is done right. So cruise on down for an afternoon of humpback whale platters, rustic stoneware’s or a set of your new favourite mugs and we promise you won’t be disappointed.
When looking for those unique rustic pottery pieces, you can’t go past Raw Earth Clay Shed. Located in picturesque Maleny and offering their very own rustic wares workshop—amongst a whole host of other goodies—this studio is a favourite salt-of-the-earth, at one with our creative side, go-to spot. Joining the team at this gorgeous boutique studio ensures you’re in for an intimate experience filled with quality teachings and outstanding results.
Whether it be wheel-throwing, creating garden ornaments, mugs, a large ceramic hare or clay and wine with a hoot (you can guess what animal might be on the agenda), you’ll love your gorgeous take-home pieces from the Raw Earth Clay Shed. Check out their pottery painting parties and small group bookings for your next wholesome group gathering as well.
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10 Bartholomew Court, Cooroy
Bed 3 Bath 2 Car 2
Price Offers Over $999,000
Total m² approx. 225m² Land approx. 849m²
Jeanette Catalano 0422 923 851 jeanette@hinternoosa.com.au
Mario Catalano 0400 613 879 mario@hinternoosa.com.au
2227 Eumundi Kenilworth Road, Gheerulla
Bed 6 Bath 3 Car 6 Pool
Price Offers Over $2,500,000
Total m² approx. Main Residence: 380m² Cottage: 105m² Land approx. 46.5 acres
Warren Berry 0407 730 987 warren@hinternoosa.com.au
Sheridan Hodgetts 0419 491 448 sheridan@hinternoosa.com.au
Bed 3 Bath 1 Car 2
Price Offers Over $899,000
Total m² approx. 258m² Land approx. 8.9 acres
Jeanette Catalano 0422 923 851 jeanette@hinternoosa.com.au
Mario Catalano 0400 613 879 mario@hinternoosa.com.au
