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THE FIRST WORD

CONTENTS 9

Quick chat

PUBLISHERS Anar Higgins Darryl Olson Michael Kramer Noel Olson

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Fast facts

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Cover story

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Socials

EDITOR Richard O’Leary

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Star style

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News summary

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Local news

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Prof le

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Travel

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My body

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My life

PRODUCTION MANAGER/ GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kath Hawkins

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Technology

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My opinion

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Ali Smith Carly Head

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Business & f nance

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My time

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR Kara Holmes

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My style

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Motoring

MEDIA MANAGERRETAIL/MOTORING Nigel Petrie

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My Property Preview

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TV guide/surf & f shing report

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Crossword/sudoku/stars

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My Weekly Preview is a high-quality magazine delivering more of what matters to the Sunshine Coast. It features news, business, regular columnists, interesting facts and figures for that hot topic at the dinner table, motoring, socials, travel, health, lifestyles and more, as well as the most up-to-date information on local real estate. The magazine is 100% locally owned, which means we don’t just talk about being local, we are local, we live it every day. Delivered fresh every Friday. We’re also conscious of the environment at MWP – all our home delivered magazines are wrapped in biodegradable plastic.

he ball has started rolling on one of the greatest shifts of wealth in this country’s history.

Hundreds of thousands of baby boomer business owners will retire in the next decade or so, changing the face of our economy for many years to come.

This week’s cover story looks at some of the risks and opportunities of this great generational change.

Also this week we interview the Sunshine Coast sailor who is part of the first all-women crew to compete in the premier round-the-world yacht race, travel to Wellington to discover it’s much more than just a windy city, and test drive a new Volvo which sheds all the old stereotypes.

We have all the regular features, including some great beauty tips in My Body and some helpful hints about taking care of yourself in My Life, and as always we have plenty of property.

And I can’t leave without telling you about the photo of the week in the back of the mag – it’s the best one yet.

Enjoy and I’ll see you next week.

Richard O’Leary, Editor

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QUICK CHAT

PROVING YOUR METTLE

Kin Kin designer Natalia Broadhead of award-winning creative metalwork company Broadcroft Design says trust your instinct – your first idea is often the best one.

FIRST JOB?

here to start our own business with making things, but we were always making gates and balustrades, etc.

Being on the show opened my eyes to the possibilities of what we could do with our metalwork. We could push the boundaries of what people are used to and explore new concepts and design custom pieces.

Making scones and selling ice-cream at a river boat house in Victoria.

YOUR FAMILY INCLUDES… My husband Duncan, my four-year-old daughter Jessica and our two staghounds Dave and Paddy.

FIRST CAR? 1978 Alfa Romeo Berlina.

YOU ARE HAPPIEST WHEN?

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I’m working in the shed with a grinder or welder in my hands.

Memoirs of a Geisha. I lived in Tokyo for a few years when I was younger and it took me back. I thought the author managed to describe Japan with words so well it was like reliving my time there.

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Not having a big enough shed.

FAVOURITE SONG? Anything by Gotye.

BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST?

to change that view and help people experience the creative energy and vibrance of this place.

Trust your instinct. Having taken 40 odd years to believe in my creativity, I look back and think about all those times self-doubt crept in when I was designing something. You usually have more than one idea, but I’ve found that more often than not, your first idea is the best one.

Mothar Mountain waterhole.

CAN YOU NOMINATE A DAY IN YOUR LIFE THAT TURNED OUT TO BE A TURNING POINT?

WHAT IS YOUR PREFERENCE, TEA OR COFFEE AND HOW DO YOU HAVE IT?

A few years ago I was a contestant on the Channel 10 show The Renovators and was given the challenge of designing and building a garden. It was the moment that I decided I wanted to focus my energy on creating art for outdoor spaces. I was a full-time mum before that and a manager at an organic golf club at Boreen Point. We moved

Coffee in the morning and tea for the rest of the day. White with one.

“Love shouldn’t hurt”, is what my mother told me when I was young.

BEST DAY IN YOUR LIFE? The birth of my daughter and the day of my wedding.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED ON THE SUNSHINE COAST? Eight years. We came from central Victoria a little town called Castlemaine.

We had never been to the Coast before we bought here, apart from when we were looking for property.

WHY DO YOU LIVE HERE? Because we wanted the opportunity to make art that’s relevant to outdoor spaces and the Sunshine Coast climate allows us to do that.

IF YOU COULD TELL YOUR 18 YEAR-OLD SELF ANYTHING WHAT WOULD IT BE?

WHERE DO YOU TAKE VISITORS WHEN THEY COME TO THE COAST? Eumundi Markets – the cultural hub of the Sunshine Coast.

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ON THE COAST WHAT WOULD IT BE? I don’t like how some people view the Coast as a place where old people come to die, or a place full of retirees. I’d like

NRL OR AFL AND WHO DO YOU FOLLOW? I don’t really follow any sport but I married an English man (a Leeds United fan) and if I was to follow a sport I would rather watch soccer than listen to the cricket!

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FAST FACTS

DID YOU KNOW?

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LIFE HACKS

Rain can fall at speeds of 35 kilometres an hour.

Rub walnuts on damaged wooden furniture to cover up scratches.

BUSTING SOME MYTHS

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.”

Abraham Lincoln

WORD OF THE WEEK

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COVER STORY

MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS

Baby boomers in business could sell themselves short if they don’t start succession planning now, writes Richard O’Leary.

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In 2008 Australia was just three years away from the biggest small business sell-off in the country’s history as the first wave of baby boomers prepared to cash-in their decades of hard work for wellearned retirements.

But in September 2008, when the US government allowed the investment bank Lehman Brothers to go bankrupt, lighting the fuse for the Global Financial Crisis, all those well laid plans for life after work had to be put on hold as business owners were hit with a triple whammy: their business profits plunged, their superannuation reserves dived and the value of their businesses dropped.

Many simply put retirement on hold, but seven years later and with the economy recovering, albeit slowly but steadily, many are still behind the counters, in their offices, or hunched over spreadsheets.

But the tidal wave of sales can’t be held back forever. Fifty-thousand businesses are expected to change hands every year for the next decade in Australia with an estimated value of $1.6 trillion dollars Tick, tick, tick.

Opinions differ, but the baby

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boomer generation roughly covers anyone born between 1946 and 1964, or to put it another way, anyone between aged between 51 and 69. It’s this generation which controls 80 per cent of the spend in Australia, owns more than half of the country’s businesses, and if stats are anything to go by, they are all about to retire, or are starting to seriously think about it.

Rod Russell from Savvy Business Sales in Mooloolaba says there was always going to be a glut in the market when the baby boomers tried to sell their businesses, but the GFC has compressed it into an even smaller time frame.

“They are calling it a tsunami, and it’s true,” Russell says.

“We feel people that are getting out sooner rather than later are very wise.

There are about 33,000 small businesses on the Sunshine Coast and 60 per cent of those are expected to change hands in the next five to 10 years,” he says.

“Those who get out in the short to medium term, can just about bank on, if they plan well, what they are going to get. But if they leave it for four to five years it’s a massive question mark.”

A report by the Australian Institute of Business Brokers (AIBB) has found 66

per cent of sales come about because owners want to retire, while another 18 per cent blame burnout. Combined, those figures point to a generational change in Australia’s business future.

If this does happen, it will turn the Sunshine Coast market on its head.

Traditionally the region has a shortage of businesses for sale and an oversupply

get a million dollars, now it might get $500,000-600,000.”

Tick. Tick. Tick.

Accountant Don Poole from the Poole Group at Birtinya sees these baby boomer business owners every day. He says it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom.

“It just means it’s more important

“There are about 33,000 small businesses on the Sunshine Coast and 60 per cent of those are expected to change hands in the next five to 10 years” Rod Russell

of buyers. Russell says the transition to a buyer’s market makes the timing all the more important for sellers.

“Pre-GFC prices will never happen again. We were getting up to multiples of four times the profits, now we get two to two-and-a-half times. So a business making $250,000 then would

than ever to plan their exit to extract the highest possible value.”

“A lot of people think they can just do this when they are 64, but if you don’t plan you get a poor price. If you can do it properly and you get your succession plan right it’s a win-win for everyone where you get the best price, myweeklypreview.com.au

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COVER STORY

the buyer gets a good business and the customers and staff get looked after.”

“If you are going to sell your house you don’t just go and put a sign up and take the best price as soon as you can.

You need to fix things up, sort things out, you paint them, you do your market research. But most business people don’t do that to the best that they could. “There’ll be things that take days to fix, others will take years to fix.

“Exit planning is not something you do over a week, a month or six months, generally it’s a five- to 10-year lead time to knock all the little sections of your business into place to make sure at any point in time it’s at maximum value.

He has this advice for people looking to sell their business.

“What they really need to do is sit down and take a holistic approach in aligning their personal and financial goals with their business’ performance and

says there just doesn’t seem to be enough interest.

“A lot of them (Gen X and Y’s) don’t see the business owners as their ideal role model and they are usually very high-tech savvy, they’re flighty, they’re happy to change jobs, they don’t want to be tied down. It’s like everything, there will be young ones coming through who will spot opportunities and go for them. Once again that comes back to the business owners effectively seeing staff who they think can take on the business after they go.

At 58 years old, Janelle Drummond is the average age of a small business owner, and the perfect age according to the experts to start putting a succession plan in place.

Drummond’s parents started In Curtains and Blinds more than three decades ago in Dicky Beach. She started working for the business in the ‘80s,

“I knew I had a good solid business for 30 years that kept going through good times and bad, but I had to be honest and say, who is going to buy it?”

values. They really need to identify their current position and the value of their business, and then the price you need to meet your personal objectives, and then develop a strategy to help you bridge the gap. Unfortunately a lot of people don’t want to know what that gap is, but the longer you leave it the less chance you’ve got of working on your business to extract the maximum value.”

The silver lining of this situation should be the opportunities created for young entrepreneurs who are looking to become the next wave of wealth generation in this country, but Poole

became a partner in the ‘90s and with her sister bought out her mother in 1997 before assuming full control in 2005.

Drummond always thought one of her six staff would take over the Maroochydore business with the help of vendor finance, but when that started to look unlikely she found a surprise potential buyer when her interior designing daughter visited from Brisbane.

“I said ‘gee I wish you were interested in my business’, and she said, ‘I am.’”

“She has since joined the business,

“A lot of people think they can just do this when they are 64, but if you don’t plan you get a poor price” Don Poole

SELLING A BUSINESS? QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO ASK

with a business partner. At this stage they are employed by me but the plan is that they will be buying me out.

We will have a recap in a year and hopefully they will become shareholders in the whole thing.

They are my little get out clause in maybe five years’ time.”

“I knew I had a good solid business for 30 years that kept going through good times and bad, but I had to be honest and say, who is going to buy it? Because you’d have to have my passion for decorating, it’s not something you can just come into without training. So I started to think, what am I going to do?”

That is the question hundreds of thousands of small business owners are asking themselves – and if they aren’t, they should be.

Russell has these final words of warning for baby boomers who are not ready.

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LABOR’S TOUGH WEEK AHEAD It’s another challenging week ahead for Premier Palaszczuk when her minority government faces parliamentary sittings, which resume on Tuesday May 5. Most attention is expected to be on the former Labor MP, Billy Gordon who has refused to step down as the member for Cook despite admitting a number past criminal offences.

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HAVE YOUR SAY Time is running out for people to comment on the Sunshine Coast Council’s draft Strategic Tree and Native Vegetation Management Policy and Tree Management Procedure, with submissions to close on May 15. Key activities outlined in the policy include: tree inspection, maintenance, removal, planting, protection and preventing unauthorised interference with vegetation – sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

People are being encouraged to wear, dare and share this month to help raise funds for research into MS prevention, better treatments and ultimately a cure.

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Thousands of people have turned out on the Sunshine Coast for the ANZAC activities held around the region.

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The Sunshine Coast University’s inaugural wildlife photography contest has been won by student Josh Millican with an entry titled Ducks, The Ponds. Millican says it was all about being in the right place at the right time. Forty-f ve entrants submitted 237 photos for the competition.

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middle-of-the-road solution has been called for following the Sunshine Coast Council’s decision not to change its planning scheme to accommodate the controversial Sekisui House resort at Yaroomba.

The council says the social and environmental impacts associated with the proposal put forward by the landowner outweighed the potential economic benefits.

The planning officers’ report noted that while “the need for more premium hotels to be established on the Sunshine Coast is strongly acknowledged, this need does not in itself justify setting aside the concerns about the impacts of the proposal and the planning policy conflicts for the site at Yaroomba”.

Sekisui House pulled its request for a Planning Scheme amendment just hours before the report was released to the public – but the council decided it was still important to make a decision on the issue.

Mayor Mark Jamieson says a compromise between Sekisui’s proposed 10-storey height limit, and a previous

approval for a maximum height of four storeys, should be considered.

“So there would be a lot more open space available if people could get their head around the acceptance of medium rise, and that medium rise would clearly need to not interfere with the coastal views and the view lines, or certainly not dominate them,” he says.

But with the developer and community so far apart on what should be done on the site, the mayor has acknowledged that the region’s next resort will probably have to go elsewhere.

“We have many other locations on the Sunshine Coast – particularly in our major commercial and tourism centres from Maroochydore through to Caloundra – where a development of this intensity and scale would be better suited and is supported by our planning scheme.

President of Development Watch, Lyn Saxton, who led the fight against the resort, says the original approval should stand and the planning scheme should not be changed.

“We know they [Sekisui House] won’t want to walk away with a huge

loss, but I feel this issue has had its day in court. I feel after two years of this, surely this council couldn’t put the community through anything like that again,” she says.

Senior development manager for Sekisui House, Evan Aldridge, says the decision by the council is a lost opportunity for the region.

“The Coast will now lose the benefits of Sekisui House’s proposal which would have delivered 4,500 jobs over 12 years during construction, 620 permanent jobs, plus another 1500 indirect jobs in the community as well as much needed tourism infrastructure, including a five-star international hotel,” he says.

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PROFILE

ON A KEEL AND A PRAYER

A young girl’s dream to sail around the world has finally come true – and it’s one hell of a ride. WORDS: Leigh Robshaw

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our job requires you to go on shift every four hours around the clock, battle extreme temperatures and stormy seas, spend nine months in cramped living quarters and occasionally risk your life climbing 100 feet up the mast of your yacht while being battered by wind and rain.

This is Stacey Jackson’s idea of a good time. As the bowman on the first allfemale team competing in the round-theworld Volvo Ocean Race which covers 38,739 nautical miles, she’s dealt with all that and more.

Having just completed the fifth leg of the race when she spoke with My Weekly Preview, she was relaxing in Brazil, sampling caipirinhas (the local firewater) and had just gone paragliding. It was an adventure, she says, because she’s scared of heights. “I don’t enjoy just hanging out at heights but if I’ve got a job to do, I can do it,� she says, adding that climbing the mast of her yacht is the equivalent of scaling a ten-storey building. Imagine that building is swaying wildly from side

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to side as it’s lashed by severe storms.

Good times. “On average I’ve been up once every leg,� says Jackson. “We generally check it [the mast] to make sure there’s no damage. It can be quite rough. We wear helmets so we don’t knock ourselves out.

In the second leg of the race I had a bit of a bad time. It was so rough I got swung off the mast and battered around.�

Sailing in a round-the-world race has been a lifelong dream for the 31-year-old professional sailor, who has already clocked up nine Sydney to Hobart races.

Raised in Mooloolaba and now based in Brisbane, she was seven years old when her parents purchased a boat and sent the kids for sailing lessons. “I got hooked,� says Jackson. “I think I was about 14 when I started wanting to go in the Volvo ocean race. For me it’s the pinnacle because it’s about crossing oceans and sailing across the world.�

Jackson spent a year training for the race in Spain’s Canary Islands and at the time of writing, had spent six months sailing from Spain to South Africa, United Arab Emirates, China, New Zealand and

Brazil. The last four legs of the race will take her to the USA, Sweden, France and Portugal.

Jackson says the all-female Team SCA is holding its own in a race – and a sport – dominated by men, with the hope of a podium finish in sight. “Sailing has always been a men’s sport but not for me,� says Jackson. She has sailed big yachts in men’s teams and was captain of a boat in Brisbane prior to the Volvo race. “I was running the boat. They’d be in big trouble if they didn’t treat me equally. I get treated just like any of the other guys and I’d prefer to be treated like that. “We’re all competing and doing a job.

We got beat up pretty badly in the last leg in the Southern Ocean. We had 50-knot winds (92 kilometres per hour) and our boat got broken up, but we’ve achieved some major goals. We sailed around Cape Horn, the furthest southern peak of land in the world you can sail around. It’s a major pinnacle in the world of sailing so we’re all on a bit of a high right now. “In this last leg, from New Zealand to Brazil, we sailed so far from land that the

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TRAVEL

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Pretty Wellington offers plenty of culture in a compact city. WORDS: James Lane, AAP

Wellington’s famous cable car ascends towards the Wellington Observatory

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ou couldn’t have picked a calmer day to fly in,” the taxi driver tells me on arrival in Wellington.

“It’s been lovely today but don’t worry – it won’t last long,” he laughs.

Right on cue the next day, a sunny autumn Saturday, is ushered in with a cool wind whistling hard up against my hotel window.

OK, so Wellington lives up to its reputation as the windy city but don’t let that deter you, as New Zealand’s compact capital offers plenty – even if Hobbits, Orcs and Middle Earth aren’t your thing.

As a first-time visitor to Wellington, I’ve caught it on a red-letter day as the city hosts the New Zealand-West Indies World Cup cricket quarter-final.

Visitors throng the CBD as they make a beeline to enjoy Wellington’s prime asset – the harbour.

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I walk through the Wellington Botanic Garden, which provides sheltered calm from the blustery conditions and follow a meandering path which gazes across to volcanic ridges dotted with colourful weatherboard houses.

Comparisons to a micro San Francisco are unavoidable, but a stroll through nearby Kelburn virtually confirms it.

A short drive from Kelburn is Zealandia, the world’s first fully-fenced urban eco sanctuary. This a slice of New Zealand in its pre-human state, detailing centuries of habitat loss and the longterm goal of returning Sanctuary Valley to such an environment. This is a place where visitors can get up close to native birds and reptiles like the colourful but flightless takahe, the parrot kaka and the reptile tuatara, one of New Zealand’s most recognised animals next to the kiwi.

Zealandia brings out the inner nature-lover in everyone, and as a visitor I far prefer the concept of an ecorestoration project to a zoo.

It’s time to test out Wellington’s much

vaunted cafe scene, so I head to a laneway on Leeds Street to find the Red Rabbit Coffee Co. This roaster/retailer/cafe is more like a lab for bean fiends as it turns coffee making into a meticulous art form via a selection of filters and single origin beans.

The Leeds St Bakery next door is worth browsing if only to taste one of their salted caramel cookies. Superb.

The afternoon’s culture fix is the excellent national museum, Te Papa. Not only does it detail New Zealand’s history and culture but it does so in a clever way.

Best of all, entry to Te Papa is free, but there are charges for the interactive rides. A good option is an hour-long guided tour of the museum’s highlights for $NZ14.00 ($A13.67).

I catch up on the cricket by walking across to a packed fan site at Civic Square to find New Zealand slaying the West Indies’ bowling.

It’s been a day out for New Zealand fans and this Wellington newbie but one of the highlights of my brief stay is dinner at WBC restaurant on Victoria Street.

I’m seated near a window overlooking the street and CBD in this attentive yet relaxed venue with a menu favouring flavoursome seafood.

For starters, I order a plate of Bluff Oysters washed down with a glass of Amisfield dry riesling from Central Otago with the wine enhancing the minerality of the oysters.

As a comparison it’s suggested I try a Tio Point oyster from the Marlborough Sounds. While the cold water Bluffs have size thanks to the South Islands Foveaux Strait, the smaller Tio Points, off the North Island are steely and intense.

My main is crispy skinned tarakihi (morwong) which rests on a bed of coconut rice surrounded by crispy cassava chips and Brazilian sweet pepper sauce.

Tarahiki’s mild flavour works a treat with the strong sauce and a delicious Hawkes Bay chardonnay. The food, wine, service and ambience really lift this elegant eatery into the classy category.

I step out into the Wellington evening and there are noisy celebrations underway in the bars on Cuba Street on the way to my hotel.

New Zealand has comfortably won the cricket and Wellington is ready for a long night of partying.

– The writer travelled as a guest of Air New Zealand and Positively Wellington Tourism.

GETTING THERE

Air New Zealand flies daily to Wellington from Australia’s major cities.

For prices and flights see: airnewzealand.com.au

STAYING THERE

CQ Hotel is located at 223 Cuba Street, Te Aro. Room prices start from $169 per night.

Visit hotelwellington.co.nz.

PLAYING THERE

Te Papa museum is at 55 Cable Street on Wellington’s waterfront. General admission is free. Visit tepapa.govt.nz.

Wellington cable car is at Cable Car Lane, 280 Lambton Quay. The service runs every 10 minutes. Visit wellingtoncablecar.co.nz.

Red Rabbit Coffee Co is located at 6G, 14 Leeds Street. Visit redrabbitcoffee.co.nz.

Zealandia is at end of Waiapu Road, Kaori. Visit visitzealandia.com Wellington Botanic Garden admission is free. Visit wellington.govt.nz.

WBC restaurant is upstairs at 107 Victoria Street.

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New brow fx If your brows are looking bare, either from overplucking, illness or simple genetics, help is at hand. Some salons on the Coast now offer eyebrow extensions, which involves individual hairs being applied to fill in gaps or extend the brow line. They look a lot more natural than a line created by pencils or powders and last up to about three weeks.

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How to choose a perfume With an overwhelming array of perfumes to choose from, picking the right fragrance can be daunting.

Before heading to the store, keep in mind that most fragrances fall into these categories: citrus (these are fresh, invigorating scents); floral (which smell of blossoms such as rose or jasmine); oriental (these are rich, exotic fragrances); and woody (masculine scents lean in this direction).

Think about your personality, the types of foods you like and the clothes you wear. If you love sports and the outdoors, citrusy fragrances are for you. If you love elegant dinner parties and spicy foods, oriental or woody fragrances will suit. Floral scents are good for those who love the smell of a garden in bloom.

Trying on dozens of perfumes will just confuse you, so armed with this knowledge, head to the fragrance counter and ask an expert to choose just two or three fragrances for you to try.

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MIND MATTERS Bosses are being offered subsidised workplace training sessions to improve the mental health of their employees.

Investing in mental health is a win-win for employees and employers, says beyondblue CEO Georgie Harman.

“This is because healthy employees take fewer sick days, file fewer compensation claims and are more productive at work than employees who are unwell,” Harman says.

The beyondblue offer expires on June 30 and is open to all Australian small and medium businesses with up to 199 employees and all not-for-profit organisations. Mental health professionals will train an unlimited number of staff about depression and anxiety, the impact of these conditions and how to support colleagues who may be struggling.

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CLEAN UP YOUR ACT Naturopath Jodi Chapman says a clean body creates a healthy mind.

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It’s important to keep your body clean for mental clarity, happiness, energy and sleep. The liver comes into play when you consume anything of a toxic nature to your system, which can be very different for every individual.

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Pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides are endocrine disruptors, known as xenoestrogens, causing oestrogen dominance conditions such as breast, prostate and testicular cancer, obesity, infertility, endometriosis, early onset puberty, miscarriages and diabetes.

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Preservatives affect up to 65 per cent of the population with reactions such as fluid retention, weight gain, irritability, headaches, migraines, asthma, sinus, hives, rapid heart rate and sometimes anaphylaxis. Most commonly used in wine, beer, soft drinks, diet products, dried fruits, bottled sauces such as fish or soy sauces, balsamic vinegar, seafood, minced meat and sausages.

Alcohol, drug use, medications, and even food allergens or intolerances will trigger a response that can last from hours to days. Allergy testing can be of great benefit – speak to your practitioner about your choices.

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The Walkman NW-ZX2 has highresolution audio capabilities, 33 hours playback, a 128GB memory and the ability to stream through Bluetooth and load Android apps.

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Its latest offering is a piece entitled Law and Order in which Reveal investigates why minorities and children with special needs face criminal charges for misbehaving at school; how people are building assault weapons from materials purchased online and how police are poisoned at work.

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LOOK MUM, NO HANDS Self-driving vehicles hold the key to reducing traffic fatalities and will transform the automobile industry, a top Google executive says.

Ray Kurzweil, a leading expert in artificial intelligence who joined Google in 2012, told the annual conference of the Society of Automotive Engineers that the rapidly declining cost of computing power and the advances in artificial intelligence will make autonomous driving a reality.

Kurzweil told the audience that autonomous driving, utilising artificial intelligence, is definitely coming.

“The technology works. It’s not far away,” says Kurzweil, though he was not prepared to say just when self-driving cars will become a common sight.

“Google cars have gone close to a million miles without incident,” he says.

“Some day an autonomous car will cause an accident and it will be big news.

But while we’ve been talking, several people have died from human drivers.”

Autonomous cars “are ultimately going to save millions of lives,” he said, noting that traffic accidents kill 1.2 million people worldwide a year.

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MY OPINION

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It’s time to get some perspective – our lives aren’t nearly as tough as we think, writes Keryn Jones.

Cinnamon donuts are just reward for the pain of taking a big pile of small change to the bank, writes Sami Muirhead.

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hat do you do with your change? I refer not to your mid-life crisis, but all the five and 10 cent pieces that seem to be forever falling out of pockets and lying hidden on our car floors or weighing down our pockets.

My husband throws his change in a white box that sits on our kitchen bench; it has sat there stubbornly for two years.

I am the only one who will ever take this change to the bank? The ninemonth old has a full-time job of looking super cute and the other two kids are only interested in destroying our house and my sanity.

You see, the box of coins could very well be a giant brown snake sitting on the kitchen bench and my husband would not notice it. I am pretty sure there is a secret man pact where they all meet for a beer and a game of pool and swear to have perfect vision when it comes to spotting an attractive woman in a bikini on the far horizon, but have very poor eyesight when it comes to spotting anything that needs putting away at home.

So in an attempt to organise my house after reading about that new Japanese book about decluttering, I decided to take the change to the bank.

I do need to tell you I had a secret motive for my actions: I sneakily thought I could buy half a dozen hot cinnamon donuts with the change.

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year-old daughter – and my appetite for sugar to the bank. It was a special outing for my daughter, so to dress accordingly, she insisted on wearing her mismatched pyjamas. With a tiara. And a pink mouse tail dragging down to the ground. As parents, we know to pick our battles.

After lining up at the bank looking like a family who had run away from the circus, we were finally served by a lady who looked so miserable I wondered what tragedy had befallen her. When I placed down the change, I received a look of sheer contempt. I had some of those little plastic bags thrown at me and was told to count the change. After half an hour, the four year-old was having a semi-hissy fit.

I returned the bagged change to the teller, only to be given a grunt and was left wondering what on earth other people do with their change so they do not have to go through this agonising process.

My friends have since told me there are change sorting machines in many banks. Genius. I have never even noticed them. Luckily for me, those sorting machines are not brown snakes.

That selective vision must run in the family after all. On the bright side to our adventure, there was $40 in change. I hit the donut jackpot.

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imes are tough. At least, that’s what we’ve been hearing in the media almost daily for the last few years.

Sure, there are some folk who are doing it very hard – no-one would deny that. There is also no doubt we need to continue to strive to resolve the complex issues that cause this hardship. But are things really that tough for most of us?

We really need to get a sense of perspective here. The recent Anzac centenary gave us a reminder of just how tough times were for previous generations. Unbelievably different to the comfort of our lives today – and that’s a time when they called Australia the Lucky Country. By and large, we are better off than people have ever been before in human history.

Sure, the GFC made us come a bit of a cropper from the boom of the 1990s and early 2000s, but booms always come to an end and we go back to normal. That makes things feel tough by comparison but, unlike most of the world, Australia did not have a GFC related recession.

We hover in or around the top 10 countries for income per person in the world. The United Nation’s Human Development Index, a better measure of how a nation’s people are faring, puts Australia at number two. We are the second best place to live on the planet after Norway – and our weather’s a lot better.

On the Sunshine Coast there’s

gloom because, although we are doing better than a lot, unemployment is a bit higher than some other places and average income is a bit lower. Well, that’s the cost of not living in a capital city and we all know that means more limited job opportunities. Also, we have a very high percentage of retirees who drag the income average down.

Most of us came here, not chasing

“We are the second best place to live on the planet after Norway” a huge income, but because we wanted to call this beautiful area home. The right type of development and job creation can make our place even better. The wrong type will undermine what is unique and special about our Sunshine Coast.

Look around! We are amongst the luckiest people on the planet. We live in one of the greatest spots in one of the most affluent countries in the world. We are not in desperate straits and we don’t need to race down a path that spoils what makes our place great. We all need to remember that.

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AUSSIE DOLLAR TO DROP FURTHER Darryl Watt is from Ord Minnett in Buderim.

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he Australian dollar has been a popular topic of discussion lately and this week I outline our expectations for the currency in the year ahead.

It is expected that the Australian dollar will continue to decline over the course of the year against the US dollar.

The June 2015 target remains US$0.74 and the December 2015 target is US$0.72.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) remains in an easing cycle and will likely deliver a 25 basis point cut in interest rates by the middle of the year, taking the official cash rate to two per cent.

Risks to this view are centred on a cash rate closer to one-and-a-half per cent rather than two per cent as the

country faces a protracted period of sub-trend growth.

Movements in the difference between official interest rates in Australia and the US have been an important driver of the Australian and US dollar exchange rate over the past decade.

Our forecasts for a 25 basis point cut from the RBA, and 75 basis points of tightening from the US Federal Reserve is consistent with Australian dollar trading in the low to mid US$0.70s range by year end.

The RBA did not cut interest rates in March or April, but the central bank reiterated in its statement that the Australian dollar remained overvalued when it observed that the currency “… remains above most estimates of its fundamental value, particularly given the significant declines in key commodity prices.”

The main upside risk for the Australian dollar and near-term interest rates is stronger consumer data.

Oil prices have a well-established inverse relationship with consumer confidence and the fall in the oil price boosts national disposable income.

We are therefore attuned to the possibility that consumer spending could surprise positively in the current half.

Moreover, there is some chance that the combination of a lower currency with lower interest rates and oil prices will prove too potent for domestic demand in coming months.

Given that the futures market is pricing in another 50 basis points of interest rate cuts, a rethink of the growth outlook could be quite powerful for the Australian dollar.

Darryl Watt is a Representative of Ord Minnett Limited, AFS Licence 237121 and Ord Minnett Financial Planning Pty Ltd, AFS Licence 237122.

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A FARMYARD AT THE PUB Diners at the new Parklands Tavern in Meridan Plains have been pleasantly surprised by the establishment’s unique residents.

The tavern engaged the expertise of Kirstie Henning, the owner of Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms, and introduced a range of farm animals.

Launched in late April, The Yard houses chickens, piglets and lambs, a citrus grove and herb and vegetable garden.

“Parklands Tavern aims to provide a small piece of farm life to many who miss out living in suburbia,’’ Henning says.

“Most children who grow up on the Coast have never see a real farm animal and have no concept of what a real

lamb, goat or pig looks like.

“This beautiful and natural environment has been designed as a comfortable home for the animals who will rotate between Parklands Tavern and my farm.’’

Parkland’s Tavern’s owners have gone further down the eco-friendly path as The Yard is also home to a large worm farm, where the tavern’s food waste from hundreds of meals served each week will be broken down into fertiliser for the garden beds.

For more information and photos go to parklandstavern.com.au and click on ‘The Yard’.

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Hailing from the liberated musical landscape of modern South Africa, Hayden Hack left his homeland 10 years ago to travel the world and develop his craft and songwriting skills.

Playing his own brand of funky afro-inspired journeyman music in some of the world’s largest cities, Hack retells stories about the world from a viewpoint only a travelling artisan can.

His songs represent the emotional and cultural influences of his personal interactions and paint a musical picture for his audience to experience.

Always holding a love for Australia from his many visits, Hack has now settled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland where he lives with his wife and young family.

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The French joie de vivre will come alive on the big screen this weekend for the eighth annual Sunshine Coast French Film Festival.

Hosted by the Alliance Française de la Sunshine Coast, it boasts three days of entertainment with four screenings at the Arthouse Cinema in Nambour.

The event will kick off tonight with an opening gala at 6pm followed by the 7.30pm viewing of Gemma Bovery.

Bookings are required.

Visit afsunshinecoast.org.au for more information.

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BROTHERS UNITE If you love live music then head to Taps Mooloolaba this weekend. Brisbane group Brother Fox will bring its high energy folk-roots infusion to the stage tonight, May 1. The duo consists of Tim and Jon Orchard who are performing off the back of their newly released single Feeler.

Then on Saturday, Sunshine Coast duo Brothers. will entertain with their take on blues and roots.

The music kicks off at 8.30pm both nights.

Good food and good wine go hand in hand and taste even better when they’re part of a good cause.

The Buderim Foundation has funnelled $1.2 million back into the community during the past 10 years and that figure is set to grow thanks to its latest project.

You can support the project by purchasing The Essence Buderim package for $150, which consists of six bottles of wine and a 170-page recipe and lifestyle book based on the village’s pursuit of fine dining.

For more information email kleinschmidtjk@bigpond.com or phone 0407 417 083.

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Babe Scrub Himalayan Pink Salt body scrub, $21.95, also available in coffee body scrub and green tea, Under the Mulberry Tree

French country dressing gown, $110, The Cat’s Whiskers

Lust Minerals Mineral Stick Cream Foundation, $60, ColorPop Cosmetics

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Lust Minerals was the makeup of choice when ColorPop recently had the pleasure of making over local lady Dimity Fisher, who is recovering from cancer treatment.

Founded by Sunshine Coast local Stacey Hollands, the Lust Minerals range uses the finest quality plant-based mineral ingredients. All products are cruelty free and completely vegan. The concentrated pigment of minerals like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide also offers great coverage and gives instant, broadspectrum, chemical-free sun protection without the need for synthetic ingredients. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are also anti-inflammatories that may help calm the skin.

Allergies and sensitivities are usually caused by substances such as chemical preservatives, chemical dyes, perfume

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Babe Scrub organic hand wash, $38, body wash, $38, Under the Mulberry Tree

Lust Minerals BB Beauty Balm Cream Foundation, $60, ColorPop Cosmetics

Lust Minerals Mineral Loose Powder, $60, ColorPop Cosmetics

Pear & Ginger hand cream and soap gift set, $39.95, The Ginger Factory

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Fresh water pearl necklace on neoprene, $199, Buderim Jewellers

Classic elegance For the corporate mum, add a pair of black heels to complete the look.

Classique white ceramic & rose gold watch, $399, Buderim Jewellers

Pastiche steel cuff, $90, Buderim Jewellers

Pandora stackable rings from $49, Diamonds of Distinction

Moss & Spy Tweed Coco jacket, $579, Elegant Affair

Moss & Spy Metallic Tweed shift dress, $409, Elegant Affair

Najo Baroque Cross necklace, $189, Elegant Affair

Najo Silver oval earrings, $99, Elegant Affair Mummy Couture Oli’s Pebbles teething bangles, $15 each, Finn & Dash Toys

Maxwell & Williams morning tea for one, $54.85, The Ginger Factory

Najo Gala ball drop earrings, $59, Elegant Affair

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Pandora necklace, $149, Diamonds of Distinction

Movie Gift Cards, $50, Birch Carroll and Coyle

Cross hatch buckle knit top, $59.95, Shevita

Necklace, $29.95, Shevita

Pandora earring set, $172, Diamonds of Distinction

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Perfect for a dinner date on those chilly nights!

Frame, $28, Roomtalk Gift boxed natural soy wax white ginger candle small $9.95, medium $18.95, large $27.95, The Ginger Factory

Old Salt homewares from $14.95, Under the Mulberry Tree

Stegeman ankle boots reduced to $49, Shevita

Infusion leatherette leggings, $59.95, Shevita

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Coeur de Lion geo cube Swarovski crystal earrings, $109, necklace, $289, Buderim Jewellers

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Stitch & Hide leather purse, $89.95, Yellow Oak Dichroic glass earrings, $49.95, The Cat’s Whiskers

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Mother ornament, $69.95, Buderim Jewellers Argyle pink diamond ring, $4,960, Diamonds of Distinction

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Maxwell & Williams mugs from $9.95 each, The Ginger Factory

Mummy Couture Tommy’s Trinkets teething necklace, $20, Finn & Dash Toys

Jamie Kay reversible throws, $209.99, Finn & Dash Toys

Hand-beaded jewellery boxes from $40, Raw Content

Salad servers, $35, Roomtalk

Sterling silver crystal ring, $140, Under the Mulberry Tree

Nicole Fendel jewellery from $55, Under the Mulberry Tree

Elks and King purse, $55, Roomtalk

Old Salt homewares from $14.95, Under the Mulberry Tree

Copper candle holder, $17, Roomtalk

Sakroots satchel, $119, The Cat’s Whiskers

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Milk & sugar block cushion, $54.95, Roomtalk

Bontrager women’s cycle jersey, reduced to $62.95, Trek women’s cycle jersey, reduced to $90.95, Finn & Dash Bikes

Crabtree & Evelyn | Salt City candles Willow Tree Sculptures | Homewares | Gifts Baby | Unique jewellery & much more Maxwell & Williams placemat set of 6, $34.95, The Ginger Factory

Pocket Posh puzzle books, $9.95, Raw Content

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VOLVO BRINGING SEXY BACK Peter Atkinson from AAP reviews the VOLVO S60 POLESTAR

T

o many people, the idea of a high-performance Volvo might sound a bit like John Howard wearing leather pants.

So, too, the idea of a Volvo competing

and winning – in Australia’s V8 Supercars series. Yet for all its conservative, safety-conscious reputation, the Swedish marque actually has quite a history of making cars that go fast.

A Kiwi named Robbie Francevic won the Australian Touring Car Championship in a Volvo 30 years ago.

And Aussie legend Peter Brock, believe it or not, once drove a Volvo at

Bathurst (its true – look it up).

So perhaps we shouldn’t be so surprised by Volvo’s entry, and success, in Australia’s V8 Supercars series, even if it’s hard to imagine a less likely candidate for this testosterone-charged muscle car series.

It has certainly changed our perception of the Swedish brand. Volvo is leveraging that involvement with an ad campaign showing its V8 racer alongside a street-going model, which is described as a take-home version.

But can a road-going Volvo really be sporty and, gulp, sexy? Well, yes.

Meet the Volvo S60 Polestar – the hottest car to grace a Volvo showroom.

The Polestar is Volvo’s equivalent of our Holden Special Vehicles, or, perhaps more accurately, BMW’s M Division and Mercedes-Benz’s AMG. And it’s a cracking thing.

Interestingly, the Polestar range evolved from a pilot program in Australia and has grown to a fully fledged model, including a V60 wagon variant being sold in Canada, the US, Japan, the Netherlands, UK, Switzerland and, of course, Sweden.

Unlike many of its high-performance rivals, the Polestar offers the added traction (and safety) of all-wheel-drive

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grip along with upgraded brakes (by Italian maker Brembo) and a tweaked engine and transmission that gives the car an entirely sportier personality.

The engine is a beauty – a turbocharged version of Volvo’s conventional in-line six-cylinder that pumps out an impressive 257 kilowatts and an even more hefty 500 Newton metres of torque.

With only a mid-sized sedan to push around, that means sharp acceleration and the ability to complete passing manoeuvres in the blink of an eye.

The exhaust note is decidedly un-Volvo, with the same raspy, angry quality you might expect to hear from the rear of a BMW M3, and while the Polestar’s performance doesn’t quite reach those stratospheric heights, it’s still impressively quick.

In fact, the balance of sporty performance and handling versus driving comfort and convenience seems to have been nicely struck, with this car it delivers ample driving satisfaction while remaining reasonably conventional in everyday use.

It’s also a fetching thing to look at – the crisp, economical design cues inherent in the garden-variety S60 have

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been enhanced by an aerodynamic body kit, handsome 20-inch spider-style alloy wheels and a dazzling paint job. It’s a really pretty little machine.

Unique perforated Nubuck leather sports seats hug you in tight as the Volvo carves around corners, and there’s a chunky Polestar-badged steering wheel along with alloy sports pedals.

The driver has the choice of using the wheel-mounted gearshift paddles to take control of the well-sorted sports automatic – or doing so via the stubby gearshift lever.

The car is amply equipped with a price tag nudging the $100k mark. And it would

want to be, with premium audio, satellite navigation, multi-zone cruise control and Volvo’s radar-guided cruise control with a City Safety emergency braking function.

And, despite its performance pedigree, it’s roomy and comfortable enough to double as a family machine when required.

So will this car change the way we think about Volvo? Perhaps not.

A mate of mine noticed the Polestar parked in my driveway and commented: “A Volvo, eh? Have you got your hat?”

Cheeky bugger. This is certainly not a car for old gentlemen in hats. Leather pants?

Well, maybe.

VOLVO S60 POLESTAR HOW BIG? It’s a generous mid-sizer that’s smaller and more nimble than the big Aussie sedans it races against, but still roomy enough for a family.

HOW COMFORTABLE? Surprisingly so. Big alloy wheels and grippy low-profile tyres are usually a recipe for a rough ride, but the Volvo’s ride is well-sorted.

HOW FAST? It will reach the speed limit in under five seconds, which puts it in esteemed performance company.

HOW THIRSTY? Squeezing this much performance from a 3.0-litre engine is bound to inflate the consumption – 10.2L/100km average.

HOW SAFE? Hey, it might be hotted up, but it’s still a Volvo, so it’s one of the safest places to be.

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NEW LEVEL OF LUXURY

I

t has been a big couple of weeks for motor group Lexus, with the unveiling of two new vehicles at the 2015 Shanghai International Motor Show.

The ES luxury sedan and the highly anticipated RX 200t – the turbo engine variant of the all-new fourth generation RX SUV – will be available in Australia late this year and early next year respectively.

The new ES features an elegant and progressive styling package, enhanced luxury interior construction and new Lexus Safety System +.

Australian ES models will provide smooth power delivery and efficiency via refined 3.5-litre V6 petrol and hybrid powertrains.

ES chief engineer Toshio Asahi says the comprehensive updates provide further polish to the refined sedan.

“Our development concept was ‘take the ES to the next level of elegance and progressive luxury’,” Mr Asahi says.

“The Lexus ES is renowned for its innovative exterior and interior design.

We wanted to build on that and make it

A The new ES luxury sedan will be available in Australia later this year. more elegant, and tailor the car with the latest technology Lexus has to offer.

“The new ES builds efficiently on what has made it one of the most popular luxury sedans in the world, and we are confident that this latest version of the ES will build upon its past successes.’’

Meanwhile, the RX 200t will replace the RX 270 variant and features Lexus’ innovative turbocharged 2.0-litre four cylinder engine, which made its debut in the Australian market in the NX compact crossover luxury SUV in February.

RX chief engineer Takayuki Katsuda says consumers will notice the difference.

“Compared to the current generation RX 270, you’ll notice that a major appeal point of the RX 200t is its ability to deliver seamless and continuous acceleration up to the mid- to high-speed range,’’ he says.

Sunshine Coast car dealership has won a coveted motoring award as a result of its dedication and attention to detail with consumers.

Ken Mills Toyota has secured the 5-Star Guest Experience Dealership award from Toyota Motor Corporation Australia after a 2014 survey determined customer’s level of satisfaction with the dealership’s sales process and experience with the vehicle service department.

The independent survey results were averaged over a 12-month period and Ken Mills Toyota achieved the five-star combined rating for exceptional customer service and routinely exceeding customer expectations.

Dealer principal Brett Mills says it is an honour to achieve the award and it is a testament to the hard work and professionalism of his staff.

Eighty-eight out of a total 209 participating Toyota dealers around Australia achieved the overall five-star rating for 2014.

Toyota Australia’s sales and marketing executive director Tony Cramb says he is pleased with these results.

Ken Mills Toyota General Manager Mark Pagett and customer concierge Hanna Nyberg celebrate the award win.

“This award program demonstrates our commitment to raising the already high standard of customer service across the Toyota dealer network,” Cramb says.

“The only way a dealer can achieve maximum five-star status is with a customer first culture, where customers are essentially treated as guests of the dealership, and by continuously striving to improve their service and support.’’

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Maroochydore, 36 Minti Street

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Finally, The One You’ve Been Waiting For! A fantastic family home in original condition on a large corner block nestled in landscaped gardens with huge potential!

• Large double garage with work benches • Large 744m2 corner block with dual access • Separate 6.5/6.5m workshop with 3 x garage roller doors for easy access • Large u/cover entertaining area for your family and friends to enjoy

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OPEN HOME: Thursday 30th April 5.00 - 5.30pm Saturday 2nd May 10.00 - 10.30am VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: Onsite Saturday 9th May at 12.00pm AGENT: Mark Stephens 0423 741 894

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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT MADE EASY

You’ve done it, you’ve purchased your first investment property, and you’re about to become a landlord. Before you do, here are some tips about this exciting new world.

GET PROFESSIONAL HELP It’s really important to engage the services of a professional property manager. While it might be tempting to save your cash and do it yourself, many new landlords, and even seasoned ones, have become unstuck by trying to do it themselves. There are many rules, regulations and laws that govern this area of real estate, and property managers are on top of all of these. It’s their job, and it’s not always an easy one, so leave it to the professionals.

THE RIGHT TENANT “Finding the right tenants can be the difference between a rental breeze and a rental nightmare,” says the team at home loan provider RAMS. Your

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property manager will check all potential tenants for you, and this will involve looking through previous rental records to ensure they have been good tenants in the past, and checking references from their current employers, to ensure they will be capable of paying the rent.

THE LETTER OF THE LAW While your property manager will know the ins and outs of tenancy law in this state, it doesn’t hurt for you to have an understanding of them too. The team at RAMS says, “It’s wise to know the laws in regards to eviction, repairs and maintenance, bonds, locks and securities and all the other things that come with renting out your property. This knowledge is especially

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UNIQUE DUAL LIVING DREAM HOME ON THE GOLF COURSE TWIN WATERS 8 Hetherington Drive

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FAIRWAYS is like nothing else in Twin Waters. North facing with beautiful views over a wide expanse of golf course on nearly 1/4 acre - 949 sqmtr of low maintenance gardens, this versatile home can be 3, 3 or 5 bedrooms and has wonderful outdoor living. The newly built detached cottage has separate entry and car access.

Price: By negotiation Michael Knights 0409 018 778 INSPECTION is a must!

1300 859 278 ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED PRIOR TO AUCTION, DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED Web: 119556475

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important if you have to evict a tenant, due to late payment or damage to your property before their contract has ended. Renters won’t always leave silently or quickly and some tenants may appeal your decision, so read up on the legal process for eviction … such as written notice and all the other following procedures.”

Next Property Group. Her advice is that “by showing a tenant an investor is keen to have items of maintenance attended to in a timely manner, the tenant responds positively. Knowing the

“Renters won’t always leave silently or quickly … so read up on the legal process for eviction”

TAKE OUT INSURANCE Purchasing landlord insurance, before your tenants move in, is also a really good idea. This insurance covers you in the event that your tenant defaults on the rent, damages the property or steals from the property. “Make sure you compare different insurance providers by getting quotes to ensure you’re signed up with a competitive deal,” advises RAMS. “If your property is in an area prone to natural disasters … a standard insurance policy may not do the trick, so always check before signing on the dotted line.”

IN GOOD REPAIR Keeping the property in the best possible condition is also important.

Karen Stehr is the residential and commercial property manager with

owner takes pride in their investment, they tend to follow suit. I strongly recommend getting those small items repaired upon the tenant’s occupancy such as restringing a clothesline, replacing a leaking seal in a tap, repairing a rusted window lock or perhaps installing door stops to protect walls.”

Tenants will also be more receptive to an increase in rent if they know their landlords look after them.

Property managers will have

tradespeople that they know and trust, so take their advice on issues of maintenance and repairs.

RAISING THE RENT? When it comes to renegotiating the rent, keep in mind inflation and what other properties in the area are renting for. While it’s tempting to increase rent regularly just because you can, and because vacancy rates are tight, take advice from your property manager on this one. Too great a rise might cause your tenants to look elsewhere, and any gains you make by increasing your rent can be lost by having the property vacant for a month or two while you look for new tenants.

TAKE THE TIME TO INSPECT Stehr invites her owners along the inspections. “If investors are in a position to visit their property at least once a year, an owner’s eye is better than anyone else’s,” she says.

“Attend a routine inspection with your property manager to review any current maintenance, preventative maintenance and any improvements you may wish to make in the future.”

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KAREN STEHR’S TOP INVESTOR TIPS:

1. Don’t underestimate costs involved including rates, water and maintenance.

2. Budget for replacement of carpets, the cooktop and appliances – nothing lasts forever.

3. Remember water compliancy – tenant pays for water, owner pays for access charges.

4. Clear gutters at least annually to avoid leaks in our heavy rain season.

5. Service the pool on a monthly basis to check equipment – tenant pays for chemicals.

6. Take out landlord insurance as it is a great safety net.

7. Keep the property well maintained – this includes window coverings, fences, air-conditioners and appliance.

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PALMWOODS 535 Upper Landershute Rd

CHOICES IN NATURE’S PARADISE Tired of looking at established properties that do not suit your requirements? Look no further! This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase 14 acres of privacy and to build the home of your dreams.

• Private, restful and tranquil environment • Wake up to the sounds of bird life • Situated at the base of the Blackall Ranges • Easy access to rainforest walks and panoramic views • A 5 min drive to the quaint village of Palmwoods • Easy access to major arterials and motorways • Palmwoods boasts shops, cafes, school and rail service

Auction: On-site Sat 23rd May at 11:00am Web: Ref No. 201168199 Kevin Pasco 0414 880 592

BUDERIM 28 Rim Road

4/4 juan street, alexandra headland lifestyle watch the sets roll in from this ground floor apartment directly opposite alexandra headland’s famous main beach. conveniently close to an abundance of shops, restaurants and cafes and a short scenic walk over the headland to mooloolaba beach.

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CHARACTER HOME WITH OCEAN VIEWS Set on a 1674m2 allotment with a bush backdrop and lovely Northern and Easter ocean views. The features of the home accent the peaceful surrounds to create a harmonious mix of warmth and natural beauty.

• Open plan living with highly polished timber f oors • Feature walls and high raked ceilings • Hardwood timber framing throughout • Well f tted kitchen with cottage charm • Wide covered wrap around deck with great outlook • 3 well lit bedrooms with raked ceilings, master with ensuite • Study/library with winter warming f replace

3 BED | 2 BATH | 4 CAR Inspect: Saturday 2:00 - 2:45pm Price: $595,000 Web: Ref No. 119515759 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS Here’s a preview of hot auctions taking place on the Sunshine Coast in the next seven days:

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127 SHAMLEY HEATH ROAD, KUREELPA Auction on site Saturday May 2 @ 2pm

A list of what’s recently sold on

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Dom Fernandez 0424 767 121

4/4 JUAN STREET, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND Auction on site Saturday May 2 @ 10am Belle Property 5456 0219 Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

24 MINKARA STREET, WARANA

3 KAWANA STREET, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND Auction on site Saturday May 2 @ 11.30am Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Alan Riley 0422 723 719

1 URINGA STREET, WARANA

11 TULONG COURT, BUDERIM $690,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath RealWay Buderim, Marg Deighton

Auction on site Saturday May 2 @ 3pm Next Property Group 1300 400 777

46 ROBERTSON DRIVE, BURNSIDE $430,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Real Estate Palmwoods, Stewart Medland

Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063

Auction on site Saturday May 2 @ 1pm

187 NOBELS ROAD, EUDLO $548,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Real Estate Palmwoods, Bev McMullin

Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063

1 WATTLEFIELD ROAD, LITTLE MOUNTAIN $510,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car RealWay Property Consultants, Darren Ide 18 KOORALBYN COURT, NAMBOUR $410,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Real Estate Palmwoods, Natalie Massa 17/38 EUCALYPTUS CRESCENT, NINDERRY $220,000 / 1 bed, 1 bath Carolans First National Real Estate, Vanessa Brunton *As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

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Overlooking the Lake and Golf Course 3 Francis Court, PELICAN WATERS Extra-large prestige home in a very sought after location in a quiet cul-de-sac street, surrounded by quality homes with pleasant water and golf course views.

• Keep the kids entertained with a full media room or relax in the additional lounge room plus office • 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus guest room with own ensuite • Fully ducted air conditioned with ceiling fans • Huge alfresco dining area overlooking the lake and golf course

• Quality fixtures and fittings throughout • Fully fenced with security gates, large 1073m2 block • Situated near quality private schools, world class Greg Norman designed golf course, shopping centres and only a short drive to Caloundra and its famous patrolled beaches

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Waterfront Perfect in Birtinya 20 Tomkins Esplanade, BIRTINYA Buy now while the opportunity for affordable waterfront still exists, central to all the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

• Large impressive 343m2 of executive living with great water views • 5 mins walk to the new multi-billion dollar health precinct at Birtinya • 10 min walk to the surf beach at Wurtulla • 10 min drive to a multitude of amenities/infrastructure • Multiple living areas and designer kitchen

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NOBODY IN THE WORLD SELLS MORE REAL ESTATE THAN RE/MAX.*

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The property also accommodates a newly built detached cottage, which has a separate entry and car access. Inspection is a must in the fantastic home.

8 HETHERINGTON DRIVE, TWIN WATERS 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Price by negotiation Michael Knights Realty 1300 859 278 Michael Knights 0409 018 778

Elegant Family Home...Sweeping Views!

This architect designed family home, circa 1954, exudes quality and charm.

• New kitchen, Miele d/washer, good storage • NE facing timber deck with ocean views • French doors, polished timber floors • 10 foot plaster ceilings w/ decorative cornices • Reverse cycle air-con, ceiling fans • Walk to local shops in 30 seconds • MUST inspect to appreciate what’s on offer

Auction: On-site Saturday 23rd May at 2.30pm Inspect: Saturday 2.00pm outstandingagents.com.au ID:12873443 Lee Sutherland 0499 99 33 11 RE/MAX Property Sales

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DULONG, 32 Brolga Lane

Simply Stunning, Privacy Guaranteed If coming home to total privacy and serenity is something you value but still want the convenience of a central location on the coast, then this property needs inspecting. You will love coming home to 32 Brolga Lane.

• Beautifully landscaped with stunning views to the ocean • Spacious home with dual living potential • Ideal layout for home office • Architecturally designed to make the most of all views • Multiple living spaces for large or dual families • Owners purchased elsewhere to be close to family and want a sale myweeklypreview.com.au

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AUCTION QUALITY FAMILY HOME ON LUSH, LEVEL ACREAGE – DON’T MISS OUT! 136 Andersons Road, Yandina

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 5 Car

This solidly built double brick, rendered family home is beautifully positioned on five acres with expansive views across the property and toward Mount Ninderry. The large designer home provides a host of lifestyle opportunities with the potential for dual living. This home really has everything you desire including a gourmet kitchen, library, media room, sauna, spa and loads of storage throughout.

Outside the home there is a fully fenced yard featuring excellent outdoor entertaining areas, kid’s playground and sparkling inground pool. Positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac with all the features and amenities you could want, this is a fabulous lifestyle home for your family. Inspect today!

• Stunning views across the property • Room for horses • Dual living potential • Ducted air conditioning • Parent’s retreat with ensuite • Sparkling inground pool • 10 minutes to Nambour Hospital

Auction: On site, Saturday May 23rd at 4pm Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am Trevor Jones 0488 999 156 Web Code: BUD3734

AUCTION AUCTION THIS SATURDAY! WILL BE SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER! 3 Kawana Street, Alexandra Headland

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Nestled in a peaceful dress circle location amidst some of Alex’s finest homes, sits this original beachside property offering endless possibilites. Immaculate throughout, this home represents a fantastic opportunity to add immediate value. Capturing beautiful views over the southern coastline, it has all the boxes ticked for location, potential and growth.

Auction: On site, Saturday May 2nd at 11.30am Inspect: Saturday from 11am Alan Riley 0422 723 719 Web Code: MCHY3741

EXPERIENCE THE RESULTS! Glennis Schindler is one of the most successful local agents with decades of experience and a proven track record of results for her clients. Specialising in the Maroochydore area and with a distinct focus on top class customer service and helping her clients achieve their real estate goals, it is easy to see why you should sell with Glennis Schindler.

If you are considering selling or would simply like to speak with an industry expert regarding the current value of your home then you know who to call NEXT!

CALL GLENNIS SCHINDLER NEXT 0412 737 324

BIG UNIT - EVEN BIGGER VALUE! 21/87-89 Duporth Avenue

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

This spacious top floor private apartment presents a wonderful lifestyle opportunity. Within an easy walk to the new Big Top Marketplace, Ocean Street and only steps to the river, there is no better value on offer. Private, secure and pool on site. Owners have priced to sell today!

Price: Offers over $450,000 Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Jason Burns 0417 762 001 Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Web Code: MCHY3763

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LOCATION! LOCATION! BLUE CHIP MOFFFAT! 1/22 Queen of Colonies Parade, The Colonies, Moffat Beach A perfect opportunity now exists to purchase this absolute blue chip unit at well below replacement value. A stunning north to water luxury unit overlooking fabulous Moffat Beach headland in an exclusive residential block of only four units. ‘The Colonies’ is easily one of the most iconic complexes along this famous stretch. A spacious open plan layout, this house-sized apartment dominates the entire ground floor. A stand-alone in style and design representing the epitome of luxury apartment living. A short stroll to the hub of Moffat Beach and arguably one of the best surf breaks on the Coast is across the road. Our seller’s desire to sell has never been stronger.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

• Coastal lifestyle only a few enjoy • 2 separate living areas • 2 car parks + secure storage • Huge wrap-around courtyard • One of a kind complex and position • Luxury living at its best • Inspecting at this time is a must!

Price: Offers over $1,800,000 Inspect: Saturday 12-12.30pm Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184 Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320 Web Code: PEL3710

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AUCTION SELLING ON SATURDAY... AUCTION ON SITE 24 Minkara Street, Warana

4+ Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Fabulously renovated chic home exuding confidence with an edge of rock ‘n’ roll. You will love the brand new kitchen, with a recent renovation resulting in a sleek and contemporary look with clean lines and eclectic decorative touches. With four bedrooms plus an office and two stunning bathrooms the inside is complete; outside you have divine gardens and a great pool.

Auction: On site, Saturday May 2nd at 3pm Inspect: Thursday 5-.5.45pm & Saturday from 2.30pm, auction at 3pm Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MIN3738

AUCTION 758M2 OF OPPORTUNITY WITH THIS BEACH HOUSE - AUCTION SATURDAY! 1 Uringa Street, Warana

3 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Car

Gorgeous home with so much potential! Large blank canvas backyard to turn into an absolute paradise. Lots of opportunities here as the house is perfect as is and is already set up as a home business. Move in and enjoy or extend out or up. 758m2 of useable land - the choice is yours!

Auction: On site, Saturday May 2nd at 1pm Inspect: Saturday from 12.30pm, auction at 1pm Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MIN3729

AUCTION PRIME POSITION OPPOSITE BEACH - 180 DEGREE VIEWS 3DFLĂŞF %RXOHYDUG %XGGLQD

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1 Car

Owners instructions are to sell this fantastic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with an incredible rooftop which is solely owned and used by you. As far as renovation potential goes, think ‘The Block’ and the results could be wow and more wow!

Opportunities to buy on Pacific Boulevard are rare and to have the views of this calibre are few and far between.

Auction: On site, Saturday May 23rd at 3pm Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MIN3800

AUCTION BUDDINA BEACH HOUSE, IDYLLIC LOCATION 6 Akounah Crescent, Buddina

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Located between the beach and the river in a quiet and safe cul-de-sac, this modern beach house offers four bed, two bath, two living zones and a fabulous large shady deck on the north where you are sure to spend all your days and evenings, if you are not surfing, sailing or walking. Enjoy the sounds and breezes of the ocean. Owners relocating.

Auction: On site, Saturday May 23rd at 12pm Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Web Code: MIN3770

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The two upper levels offer an opulent and private master retreat, two more bedrooms, living, decks front and back, and full kitchen. This is blue chip real estate, a large parcel of land, a prime, sought after location which is tightly held, preserved water views and a home you can modernise and add value to. Owner will consider all genuine offers now.

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• Nestled between river and ocean • Breathtaking water views • Sprawling 3 level home • Self contained lower level • Pool and outdoor entertaining • Private and secure street access • Blue chip opportunity

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AUCTION PEACEFUL LOCATION, STUNNING VIEWS, SWIMMING POOL, AFFORDABLE BUYING! Address on request - Bli Bli

3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 4 Car

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers peace and quiet with breathtaking views across to Mount Coolum and pleasant northerly breezes. Set on a large and well utilised 676m2 block, this neat and tidy residence features hardwood polished floors within the living areas and three spacious bedrooms. If you love to entertain, there are endless options here with balconies set at the front and the rear of the home, providing year round comfort to enjoy either sunrise or sunset in this serene location. Ideal for first home owners, families or investors alike - this lovely, well-appointed home could be a lot cheaper than you think, arrange your inspection today!

• Sparkling saltwater pool • Three spacious bedrooms • Multiple entertaining areas • Views across to Mount Coolum • Quiet cul-de-sac location • Double garage and double carport

Auction: On site, Saturday May 16th at 12pm Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am & Tuesday 5-5.45pm Jason Burns 0417 762 001 Web Code: MCHY3796

YOUR NEXT HOME IS OPEN FOR INSPECTION ALEXANDRA HEADLAND Sat 10-10.45am - 4 Kawana Street - MCHY3660 Mid to high $1 millions - Alan Riley Sat 11-11.30am - 3 Kawana Street - MCHY3741 Auction Sat May 2nd at 11.30am - Alan Riley Sat 1-1.45pm - 2/7 Alice Street - MCHY3552 Auction Sat May 30th at 10am - Alan Riley

BEERWAH

Sat 2-3pm - Lushland Estate - MCHY3090 Roxton Court - Andrew Dyce

BIRTINYA

Sat 11-11.30am - 14 Sweep Court - MCHY3678 Mid to high $600,000’s - Kate Jewry Sat 12.15-1pm - 10 Keelson Street - BUD3687 All genuine offers considered - Karen Cleeton

BOKARINA

Sat 12-12.45pm - 12 Mariner Place - MIN3620 Listed at $899,000 - Karen Jones

BUDDINA

Sat 10-10.30am - Lot 2/19 Barellan Avenue - MIN3470 Please contact agent - Bree Charles 6DW DP 3DFLêF %RXOHYDUG 0,1 Please contact agent - Karen Jones Sat 11-11.45am - 6 Akounah Crescent - MIN3770 Auction Sat May 23rd at 12pm - Karen Jones Sat 1-1.45pm - 1 Minya Street - MIN3735 Mid to high $500,000’s - Minka Jenkins 6DW SP 3DFLêF %RXOHYDUG 0,1 Auction Sat May 23rd at 3pm - Minka Jenkins :HG SP 3DFLêF %RXOHYDUG 0,1 Please contact agent - Karen Jones

BUDERIM

Sat 10-10.30am - 22 Kingsgrove Court - BUD3786 Forthcoming auction - Richard Espray Sat 10-10.30am - 6 Tindale Avenue - BUD3581 $1,000,000 plus buyers - Dean Stewart Sat 10-10.45am - 2/123-125 King Street - PEL3262 Buyers in the high $200,000’s - Clint Jensen Sat 11-11.30am - 291 Mooloolaba Road - BUD3748 Buyers around $1,000,000 - Jodie Hedley-Ward Sat 11-11.45am - 18 Atherton Close - BUD3434 Buyers in the $700,000’s - Karen Cleeton Sat 11-11.45pm - 26 Lee Street - MIN3754 Buyers in the high $600,000’s - Minka Jenkins Sat 12-12.45pm - 7 Lee Street - MCHY3711 $600,000s plus buyers - Kate Jewry Sat 1-1.30pm - 6 Tindale Avenue - BUD3581 $1,000,000 plus buyers - Jodie Hedley-Ward Sat 2-2.30pm - 9 Coachwood Street - BUD3706 Buyers in the $900,000’s - Jodie Hedley-Ward

Sat 2-2.45pm - 24/59 Buderim Pines Drive - MCHY3698 Listed at $429,000 - Jason Burns Sat 2.30-3pm - 23 Plantation Parade - BUD3476 Buyers in the $700,000’s - Craig Porter Sat 3-3.45pm - 2/127 King Street - MCHY3703 Listed at $279,000 - Jason Burns

MOFFAT BEACH

Alan Riley 0422 723 719

Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

MOOLOOLABA

Alex Veal 0402 808 569

Karen Cleeton 0438 930 183

Sat 1-1.45pm - 22 Moss Day Place - BUD3794 High $500,000’s - Trevor Jones

MOOLOOLAH VALLEY

Andrew Dyce 0410 504 764

Karen Jones 0405 122 526

Sat 11.45-12.30pm - 28 Viewland Drive - PEL3759 Offers over $580,000 - Rod Whiteman

MOUNTAIN CREEK

Anne Wallace 0418 769 466

Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184

Sat 12.30-1pm - 10 Adori Drive - MCHY3746 Auction Sat May 2nd at 1pm - Chris Swallow

NAMBOUR

Bree Charles 0416 435 391

Kym Whiteman 0434 007 161

PALMWOODS

Chris Swallow 0400 354 258

Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687

PARREARRA

Clint Jensen 0412 447 624

Linda Feltman 0412 805 362

Craig Porter 0411 554 880

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

Danyell Sparksman

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Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063

Dean Stewart 0412 530 258

Richard Espray 0413 883 540

David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123

Robyne Williams 0488 999 536

Dominic Fernandez 0424 767 121

Rod Whiteman 0434 219 118

Georgina Griggs 0401 868 006

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320

Jason Burns 0417 762 001

Tian Hu 0422 871 101

Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837

Trevor Jones 0488 999 156

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CHEVALLUM

Sat 10-10.45am - 57-67 Dales Road - BUD3649 Buyers in the high $2 millions - Craig Porter

CURRIMUNDI

Sat 11-11.30am - 40/47 Sycamore Drive - BUD2726 High $300,000’s - Danyell Sparksman

EUDLO

Sat 10.30-11.15am - 303 Mooloolah Road - PEL3769 Buyers in the high $500,000’s - Rod Whiteman

FOREST GLEN

Sat 10-10.30am - 7 Spoonbill Drive - MCHY3708 Listed at $469,000 - Glennis Schindler

ILKLEY

Sat 11-11.45am - 661 Ilkley Road - BUD3712 Mid-high $1 million - Craig Porter Sat 12-12.45PM - 36 Lucida Place - BUD3617 Mid $1 million buyers - Craig Porter

KULUIN

Sat 10-10.45am - 14 Martins Drive - MCHY3697 Offers over $399,000 - Jason Burns

KUREELPA

Sat 1.30-2pm - 127 Shamley Heath Road - PEL3718 Auction Sat May 2nd at 2pm - Dominic Fernandez

LANDSBOROUGH

Wed-Sat 12-4pm; Sun 9-1pm - Pathways Estate - BUD2083 Lower Mount Mellum Road - John Skerlak

LITTLE MOUNTAIN

Sat 12-12.45pm - 18 Ascot Way - BUD3766 Buyers in the $800,000’s - Bree Charles

MAPLETON

Sat 11-11.30am - 36 Crystal Street - BUD3758 Listed at $725,000 - Robyne Williams

MAROOCHYDORE

Sat 11-11.30am - 19/6-8 Aerodrome Road - MCHY3677 Listed at $515,000 - Glennis Schindler Sat 1-1.45pm - 21/87-89 Duporth Avenue - MCHY3763 Offers over $450,000 - Jason Burns

MINYAMA

Sat 2.30-3pm - 12 Currong Street - MIN37140 Buyers in the $500,000’s - Alan Riley

Sat 12-12.30pm - 1/22 Queen Of Colonies Parade - PEL3710 Offers over $1,800,000 - Kerri Johnston Sat 10-10.45am - 34 Tarwarri Crescent - MCHY3761 Please contact agent - Kate Jewry Sat 2-2.45pm - 64 Ocean View Avenue - MIN2221 $700,000 plus buyers - Kate Jewry

Sat 10-10.30am - 24 Bundarra Street - MCHY3807 Please contact agent - Robyne Williams Sat 1.15-2pm - 19 Saunders Lane BUD357 Offers over $900,000 - Anne Wallace Sat 2-2.30pm - 30 Sunbird Chase - MIN2708 Listed at $1,895,000 - Karen Jones Sat 2.45-3.15pm - 40 Sunbird Chase - MCHY418 Listed at $1,050,000 - Karen Jones Sat 3.30-4pm - 41 Marawa Drive - MIN3751 Listed at $995,000 - Karen Jones

PELICAN WATERS

Sat 11-11.30am - 1 Sea Glint Place - PEL3659 Price by negotiation - Kerri Johnston Sat 12-12.30pm - 5 Koopa Place - PEL3771 Price by negotiation - Andrew Dyce Sat 1-1.30pm - 58 Pembroke Avenue - PEL3065 Price by negotiation - Andrew Dyce

SIPPY DOWNS

Sat 1-1.30pm - 41 Statesman Circuit - BUD3780 High $300,000’s - Jodie Hedley-Ward Sat 1.45-2.15pm - 8 Earnest Lane - BUD3779 High $300,000’s - Jodie Hedley-Ward

WARANA

Thurs 5-5.45pm - 24 Minkara Street - MIN3738 Auction Sat May 2nd at 3pm - Minka Jenkins Sat 11-11.30am - 53 Lapoinya Crescent - MIN3666 Listed at $495,000 - Bree Charles Sat 12.30-1pm - 1 Uringa Street - MIN3729 Auction Sat May 2nd at 1pm - Minka Jenkins Sat 2.30-3pm - 24 Minkara Street - MIN3738 Auction Sat May 2nd at 3pm - Minka Jenkins

WURTULLA

Sat 1-1.45pm - 3 Carmine Court - MIN3764 Listed at $975,000 - Karen Jones

YANDINA

John Skerlak 0413 441 834

Sat 11-11.45am - 136 Andersons Road - BUD3734 Auction Sat May 23rd at 4pm - Trevor Jones

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CLASSIFIEDS BATTERY HILL 41 ELINYA STREET

AUCTION

RENTALS

LAND FOR SALE

Realty Excellence

Contemporary Coastal Living If you are looking for a family home that ticks all the boxes, then this is it. Totally renovated and stunning, paint still drying on the just completed renovation that leaves nothing for you to do but move in. A large covered outdoor area, perfect for entertaining with room for a pool. This four bedroom home is position perfect in Battery Hill, minutes walk to the Currimundi Marketplace. Beautiful white sandy beaches are within walking distance. A short drive will take you to the new Kawana Hospital precinct.

AUCTION On-site 23rd May 2015 at 11am INSPECT Saturday 10:30 - 11am MOOLOOLABA 07 5444 0800 PAUL ANGELL 0438 468 378 WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au

MAROOCHYDORE APARTMENT 95, “BANYANDAH TOWERS” 150 DUPORTH AVENUE

AUCTION

Sought-after, absolute riverfront!

Found on the12th f oor the unit offers unbelievable north facing river and ocean views. Featuring: • Sought after front position in complex • Immaculately renovated • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms - fully furnished • Single car parking accommodation • Open plan living, dining and kitchen area all with views • Heated pool and spa, right on the waters edge • Can be picked up from the designer jetty, • The complex boasts resort style facilities AUCTION On-site Saturday 30th May at 12pm INSPECT Saturday 2nd May 11 - 11.30am MAROOCHYDORE 5479 6600 KIM BOURGOIS 0416 237 484 WEB www.mfnre.com.au

Beerwah 5494 6444 Bribie Island 3408 7000

Caloundra 5438 2166 Maroochydore 5479 6600

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Best Offer Over $520,000 11 Besley Street, Buderim Open Saturday 2nd May, 11.30 - 12pm • Relish this opportunity and renovate to optimise or rebuild to capitalise • 744m2 block with 2 driveways • DLUG with w/shop and separate SLUG • Main house - 3 beds, 1 bath, large living, good-sized kitchen • Self-contained cottage - open plan living/ bedroom, kitchenette and separate bathroom

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AROONA $365PW 1 2 3 Walk to beach, school, shops etc. Tidy home with a verandah off the front. 2-way bathroom, double garage, large fenced yard and garden shed.

Available 15th May. 2 2 3 CALOUNDRA, $380PW Neat and tidy 3 bedroom townhouse in small complex within short stroll to river. Handy to shops and transport. Available 9th June.

1 1 3 PARREARRA, $425PW Lowset home with good sized bedrooms and air-conditioning. Extra outdoor bathroom for beach showers. Fully fenced and large outdoor entertainment. Pet possible. Available now.

2 2 3 KAWANA ISLAND, $470PW Neat home, quiet street - walk to the island’s restaurants, walkways and parklands. Modern central kitchen with new air-conditioing unit and 2 pergola areas. Drive through garage for secure 2nd car. INCLUDES MOWING! Available now.

2 2 MINYAMA, $630PW 3 Modern home with an office and a pool, on the waterfront with a pontoon. Freshly painted and carpeted with waterfront views from all living areas.

Lovely central modern kitchen. Fully fenced.

Available now.

2 2 4 WURTULLA, $640PW Modern immaculate large family home with a pool.

Situated on the ‘Decks’. Huge living areas and lovely central kitchen. Solar power, hotwater and heated pool. Air-conditioned. Fully fenced. Available now.

BUDDINA $695PW 3 2 5 Modern penthouse apartment with ocean views!

Air-conditioning throughout! Separate office (or extra bedroom with bathroom and kitchenette).

Balcony on ocean side. Apartment has own lift.

Double remote garage. Available now.

PH: 5437 8806 www.platinumproperties.net.au platinum@platinumproperties.net.au

YANDINA CREEK, 505 North Arm Yandina Ck Rd 9.8 Acres of rolling green pastures, elevated position, mostly cleared, private rainforest area.

Views to Mount Ninderry and Valdora Valley, dam, 16m x 6m shed, flat and gently sloping, several build sites, Coolum beach 15min.

Offers over $450,000 VALDORA, 215 Ocean Vista Drive 5,768m2 with panoramic ocean views, cul-de-sac position, power and phone, north east aspect, Ninderry Rise Estate, Council approved house plans, Coolum Beach and Pacific Ocean 15min, Bruce Highway and Sunshine Motorway 10mins. $294,000 KIAMBA, Lot 1, 39 Upper Hutton Road 79 Acres with captivating views of Wappa Dam green valleys and mountain ranges. North east aspect, private location, elevated land with some flat areas, several building sites, one level area thoroughly cleared, cool breezes, Nambour 10mins, beach 25mins. Sale by negotiation.

YANDINA CREEK, Lot 133 Carnarvon Court 5,659m2 North east aspect with ocean and rural views, curb and channelling, underground power, elevated home sites, 8min to Coolum Beach, located in Pinnacle Land Estate with 7 blocks to choose from. $350,000 YANDINA CREEK, Lot 144 Cania Place 6,862m2, ocean views, one of the few remaining north east facing blocks on one of the highest positions in Yandina Creek, curb and channelling, underground power, surrounded by prestigious new homes, Coolum Beach 8 mins. $440,000

THINKING OF SELLING? If you are considering selling or just want to have a chat about your property feel free to contact Robert 0400 883 117, he has an extensive database of acreage buyers waiting to buy and your property could just be the one they are looking for, call today.

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HOUSES FOR SALE Real Estate

2/18 Blackall St, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

FOR SALE 2/12 Reilly Road, Nambour 2 bed, 1 bath in small complex of 6, walk to town. Quiet area.

Single lock up garage.

Good value @ $219,000 neg.

INSPECT SAT 10 – 10.30AM Gary Langford 0412 348 533 1 Wallace Close, Coes Creek Great family home, in young estate. 4 year old, inground pool.

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 living. Outdoor entertainment area. Double lock up garage. Priced @ $465,000 INSPECT SAT 10.45 – 11.15AM Gary Langford 0412 348 533 Heritage Heights Estate, 4 bed & 2 bath home. Elevated position. Outdoor entertaining.

Double lock up garage. Open plan tiled living areas.

Priced @ $395,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533 Highset 3 bed, 2 bath home, polished timber f oors. Renovated kitchen & bath. Great family friendly fenced yard. Walk to local shopping village.

Priced @ $365,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533 Image Flat Estate 3 bed, 2 bath plus study. Double lock up garage. Quiet cul-de-sac location. 5 minutes to Nambour.

Elevated located in young estate. $375,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533

70 Currie Street, Nambour Phone 5441 3366 www.dayandgrimes.com

WOOMBYE: 20 Ridgeview Pl Sat 11-11.40 Stylish family residence with 4 bdrms, 2 bath, 2 car. Spacious f oor plan, high ceilings, entertaining area & BBQ + spa. Modern kitchen with butler’s pantry. Combined living & dining.

Great position – set on a 913m2 block, close to Woombye.

High $600,000’s COES CREEK: 4-6 Gardenvale Dr Sat 12-12.40 Charming 1940’s Queensland Country Homestead. Private with mature trees and gardens. 1754m2 block, 3 bdrms,2 bath + 2 sleepout type room, 2 living areas. Spacious outdoor area with long range northern views.

A funky useful structure including a great kids studio/tv retreat room, shed, storage, workshop and carport. 2 separate driveway entrances from the street into the back yard which offers good options for business use and some separation from the home. $489,000 WOOMBYE: 32 Bunya Pine Pl Sat 1-1.40 Executive Prestige home,spacious gourmet chef’s kitchen, luxurious master suite, ensuite,walk in robe. Solar, air-con, insulation, level back yard. Downstairs with off ce or multi purpose work/storage room, beautiful views from the deck. $499,000 WOOMBYE:119 Old Palmwoods Rd Sat 2-2.40 Just about everything you want in a small acreage retreat. Privacy, level, fenced 1 acre block. 4 bdrms, 2 bath, cathedral ceilings in a spacious living area that connects with east facing outside entertaining deck. 9m x 6m shed offers secure covered parking, excellent storage & workshop area. Under the house offers many options. Very convenient location just 2 minutes drive from Woombye town centre, 3-4 minutes from a selection of quality schools.

Lower $600,000’s.

WOOMBYE: Vacant Land in town! Rarely does an opportunity like this become available!

2075m2 in size. All town services including water &sewerage are available. The block is gently sloping and has the added advantage of having no restrictive building covenants. $199,000

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 John Pyne 0418 710 209 Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 Kathryn Doyle 0432 609 115

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FRIDAY

6pm Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 QI. 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (PG) Guests are poisoned at a wine launch.

10.00 The Trip To Italy. (PG) 10.35 Lateline.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 MOVIE Pitch Perfect.

(2012) (M) Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson. A freshman joins an all-girls acapella group.

10.50 MOVIE Backdraft.

(1991) (M)

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 Rugby League. Trans-Tasman Test. Australia v New Zealand. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

10.00 Footy Show Fight Night.

A look at the Billy Dib World Title Fight.

11.15 Cops Uncut. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Living Room. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Guests include Julianne Moore.

9.30 NCIS. (M) Agent Fornell is targeted by an assassin.

10.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 11.30 The Project.

6pm Heston’s In Search Of Perfection.

6.30 World News.

7.30 Twilight Of Civilisations: The End Of The Age Of Pyramids.

8.30 Buck. (PG) Tells the life story of a legendary horse whisperer.

10.05 Grand Tours Of Scotland: Life At The End Of The Earth.

6pm The Checkout. (PG) 6.30 Gardening Australia.

7.00 News.

7.30 Father Brown. (PG) 8.20 DCI Banks. (PG) 9.05 Scott & Bailey. (M) 9.55 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (M)

6pm News.

7.00 MOVIE Men In Black. (1997) (PG) Tommy Lee Jones, Will Smith, Linda Fiorentino.

9.00 MOVIE After Earth. (2013) (M) Will Smith, Jaden Smith, David Denman. A teenager and his father crash-land on Earth.

11.05 Hustling America. (PG)

6pm News.

7.00 MOVIE She’s The Man. (2006) (PG) Amanda Bynes, Channing Tatum, Laura Ramsey.

9.05 MOVIE Dear John. (2010) (M) Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried, Richard Jenkins.

11.20 MOVIE The Stepfather.

(2009) (AV15+)

6pm Gold Coast Cops. (PG) 6.30 Jamie’s Food Fight Club.

7.30 Bondi Vet. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Flight. (2012) (M) Denzel Washington, Don Cheadle, Nadine Velasquez.

11.15 Motor Racing. International V8 Supercars Championship. Super Sprint. Round 3. Highlights.

7.30pm Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG) 8.35 MOVIE Monty Python And The Holy Grail. (1975) (PG) Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle. King Arthur searches for the Holy Grail.

10.10 Monty Python: Live At The Hollywood Bowl. (MA15+)

6pm The Book Club. (PG) 6.30 Compass.

7.00 News.

7.40 Animal Super Senses: Sight.

8.35 Poldark. (M) Ross and Demelza’s marriage shocks Trenwith.

9.35 Fortitude. (M) The truth about the murders is revealed.

10.25 Foyle’s War. (M) 6pm Antiques.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Q&A. 10.35 Lateline.

6pm News.

7.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted

by Pete Evans and Manu Feildel.

8.30 Sunday Night. Current affairs program. Hosted by Chris Bath.

9.30 Castle. (M) Beckett must protect a billionaire.

11.30 Cougar Town. (PG)

6pm News.

7.00 57th Annual TV WEEK Logie Awards: Red Carpet Arrivals.

(PG) Hosted by Jules Lund and Shelley Craft.

7.30 57th Annual TV WEEK Logie Awards. (PG) From Melbourne’s Crown Palladium.

11.00 Kings Of Comedy. (PG) 6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) After realising he has wasted his life researching string theory, Sheldon searches for a new ďŹ eld of science.

10.00 Person Of Interest. (M) A grifter needs protecting.

6pm Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans.

9.30 NCIS. (M) 10.30 Empire.

11.30 Motor Racing. International V8 Supercars Championship. Super Sprint. Round 3. Highlights.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) Detective Amaro is put in an uncomfortable situation.

9.30 Elementary. (M) A nurse Watson worked with goes missing.

11.30 The Project.

6.30pm World News.

7.35 China’s Great Wall. (PG) 8.30 She Wolves: England’s Early Queens: Matilda And Eleanor.

Part 1 of 3.

9.35 Sex, Death And The Meaning Of Life: Sin. (M) 10.30 MOVIE Bang-Bang Wedding!

(2008) (PG) 6pm Food Safari. (PG) 6.30 News.

7.30 Michael Mosley: Trust Me, I’m A Doctor.

8.30 Tea And Coffee Trails With Simon Reeve: The Coffee Trail.

(PG) Part 2 of 2.

9.35 Strip The Cosmos: Hunting A Comet.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 News.

7.30 Queen Victoria’s Children. (PG) 8.30 Insight. Australian current affairs forum program.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 World News.

10.30 Kurt Wallander. (M)

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted

by Pete Evans and Manu Feildel.

9.50 Revenge. (M) Jack is torn between the women in his life.

10.45 The Amazing Race. (PG) 11.40 Cougar Town. (PG) 6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 House Rules. (PG) The teams begin work on a Victorian home.

9.00 Ramsay’s Costa Del Nightmares. (M) Presented by Gordon Ramsay.

10.00 Grey’s Anatomy. (M) 6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 House Rules. (PG) 8.45 Criminal Minds. (M) Several young men are murdered.

10.40 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M)

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) Penny worries after her night with Raj. 10.00 2 Broke Girls. (M) 11.00 Mike & Molly. (M) 11.30 Extra.

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 The Amazing ’90s. (M) Take a look back at the ’90s.

9.30 Forever. (M) Jo explores the possibilities of romance.

10.30 The Mentalist. (M) 11.30 Extra.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 NCIS. (M) DiNozzo is partnered with his girlfriend.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) A missile test is hijacked.

11.30 The Project.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 Wonderland. (M) Miranda discovers a secret.

9.30 The Good Wife. A woman returns to work as a defence lawyer.

10.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 World News.

7.30 Sacred Wonders Of Britain.

Part 2 of 3. Presented by Neil Oliver.

8.30 Struggle Street. (MA15+) Part 1 of 3.

9.30 The Legacy. (M) Signe wants to reach a compromise.

10.35 World News.

6pm Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 The Checkout. (PG) 8.30 Our Girl. (M) Molly returns home for some rest and relaxation.

9.30 The Super-Rich And Us. Part 2 of 2.

10.25 Lateline.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.00 House Rules. (PG) Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

9.15 Downton Abbey. (PG) The Crawleys head to a shooting party.

10.15 Mr Selfridge. (PG) 11.15 Air Crash Investigations. (PG)

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

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10.30 The AFL Footy Show. (M) A look at the latest AFL news.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) Follows the Special Victims Unit.

10.30 Blue Bloods. (M) Frank must deal with a hostile response.

11.30 The Project.

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6.30 News.

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7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. 8.15 That ’70s Show. (PG) 8.35 The Midwives. (PG) 9.35 CatďŹ sh: The TV Show.

10.15 Jimmy Fallon.

10.55 World’s Toughest Jobs. 11.55 The Undateables.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 The Indian Doctor. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 House Wreck Rescue. (PG) 10.30 Make My Home Bigger. 11.00 Best Houses Australia.

7pm AFL Pre-Game.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 5. Carlton v Collingwood. From the MCG. 11.00 To Be Advised.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 MOVIE Scooby-Doo. (2002) (PG) Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr. 8.30 MOVIE Batman Begins. (2005) (M) Christian Bale, Michael Caine. 11.30 Gotham. (M)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Antiques Roadshow. 8.30 MOVIE Heartbreak Ridge. (1986) (M) Clint Eastwood, Marsha Mason, Everett McGill.

11.10 MOVIE Bonnie And Clyde. (1967) (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Megastructures.

8.30 Cops: Adults Only. (M) 9.30 MOVIE Dragon Eyes. (2012) (AV15+) 11.30 Bellator MMA.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 American Idol. (PGR) 9.30 Glee. (PG) 10.30 Snog, Marry, Avoid?

(PG) 11.10 Movie Juice. 11.40 Milk Live At The Chapel. (PG)

SATURDAY

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6.30pm Escape To The Country. 7.30 Storage Hoarders. 8.30 Taggart. (M) 10.00 Wire In The Blood.

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7.15pm Football. AFL. Round 5. North Melbourne v Hawthorn. From Etihad Stadium, Melbourne.

10.30 MOVIE Raw Deal. (1986) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kathryn Harrold, Sam Wanamaker.

6pm MOVIE Fantastic Mr Fox. (2009) (PG) 7.45 MOVIE Arthur And The Invisibles.

(2006) (PG) 9.45 MOVIE Austin Powers: Goldmember. (2002) (M) 11.45 MOVIE Rendition. (2007) (AV15+)

7.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 8.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M) 10.30 Unforgettable.

(M) 11.20 Golden Boy. (M)

6pm Garage Gold.

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International V8 Supercars C’ship.

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6pm Becker. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Sex And The City. (M) 10.10 Sex And The City. (MA15+) 10.50 Empire. 11.50 The Loop. (PG)

SUNDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.40 Seconds From Disaster. 8.30 MOVIE The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2. (2012) 10.15 Tattoo Tales. 10.45 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Nick Knowles’ Original Features. (PG) 10.30 Best Houses Australia.

11.00 Front Of House.

11.30 Four Rooms.

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(2012) (AV15+) Mark Wahlberg, Ben Foster, Kate Beckinsale. 12am Locked Up Abroad. (M)

6pm Thunderbirds Are Go! (PG) 6.30 MOVIE Spaceballs. (1987) (PG) 8.30 Big Bang. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior.

(1981) (AV15+) 11.30 Two And A Half Men. (M)

6.30pm River Cottage: Spring Collection. 7.30 Richard Hammond’s Invisible Worlds. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE High Crimes. (2002) (M) Ashley Judd, Morgan Freeman, Jim Caviezel.

11.00 Cold Case. (M)

7.30pm To Be Advised. 8.00 Last Man Standing. 8.30 International V8 Supercars C’ship.

Super Sprint. Round 3.

H’lights. 9.30 MotoGP. Spanish Grand Prix.

Race 4.

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.30 Futurama. (PG) 8.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Me, Myself & Irene. (2000) (M) 10.55 Californication.

MONDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. 8.15 That ’70s Show. 8.35 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends. 9.25 Hard Time. 10.10 Gruen Planet: Cutdowns.

10.25 Jimmy Fallon.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Cities Of The Underworld.

(PG) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) 10.45 Waking The Dead.

(MA15+)

6.30pm MythBusters.

(PG) 7.30 Treasure Trader. (PG) 8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 9.00 American Restoration.

(PG) 10.00 American Pickers. (PG) 12am SportsFan Clubhouse.

(PG)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 Big Bang.

(PG) 7.30 Car SOS. (PG) 8.30 Top Gear: Ambitious But Rubbish. 9.30 MOVIE Blade II. (2002) (AV15+) Wesley Snipes, Kris Kristofferson.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Monarch Of The Glen. (PG) 9.10 Midsomer Murders.

(M) 11.20 Cold Case.

(M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Undercover Boss.

(PG) 9.30 MOVIE Scarface. (1983) (AV15+) Al Pacino, Steven Bauer, Michelle Pfeiffer.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. (PG) 7.30 Futurama. (PG) 8.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.30 Supernatural.

9.30 Sleepy Hollow.

(M) 10.30 Medium. (M) 11.30 American Horror Story. (AV15+)

TUESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. 8.15 That ’70s Show. 8.35 Good Game. 9.05 The Checkout. 9.35 Unsafe Sex In The City. 10.35 Jimmy Fallon. 11.15 Alan Carr: Chatty Man.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG) 8.00 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG) 8.30 Endeavour. (M) 10.30 Waking The Dead. (AV15+) 11.45 I Shouldn’t Be Alive. (M)

6.30pm MythBusters.

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Van Helsing. (2004) (M) Hugh Jackman, Kate Beckinsale, Richard Roxburgh. 11.15 Locked Up Abroad. (M)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.00 Top Gear. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Gangster Squad. (2013) (AV15+) Sean Penn, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) 9.10 Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. (PG) 11.15 Prime Suspect. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Hidden Kingdoms With Stephen Fry. 9.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 10.30 Movie Juice. 11.00 Aussie Millions Poker Championship.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. (PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement.

(PG) 8.30 Tattoos After Dark. (M) 9.30 MOVIE Mallrats. (1995) (MA15+) 11.30 Emily Owens M.D.

WEDNESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.30 World’s Toughest Jobs.

(M) 9.30 Tattoo Tales.

(M) 10.00 Buzzcocks.

10.30 Jimmy Fallon.

11.15 The Real Hustle: New Recruits. 11.45 Seconds From Disaster.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.45 Suspects.

(MA15+) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30pm MythBusters.

(PG) 7.30 Mudcats.

(PG) 8.30 Hardcore Pawn: Behind The Deal. (M) 9.00 Hardcore Pawn. (M) 9.30 Baggage Battles.

(PG) 10.30 Pawn Stars.

(PG) 11.30 Rude Tube.

12am Warehouse 13.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 Big Bang.

(PG) 8.30 The Last Ship. 9.30 MOVIE Blood Diamond. (2006) (AV15+) Leonardo DiCaprio, Djimon Hounsou, Jennifer Connelly.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 New Tricks. (PG) 9.00 Spooks. (PG) 10.10 Spooks. (M) 11.10 Luther. (AV15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Cops. (PG) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 9.30 Sons Of Anarchy.

(AV15+) 11.00 Aussie Millions Poker Championship.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.00 Futurama. 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.00 Futurama. (PG) 9.30 The Simpsons. 10.00 Cleveland. 10.30 Bob’s Burgers.

THURSDAY

DIGITAL CHOICE

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. 8.15 That ’70s Show. 8.35 The Weekly. 9.05 The Inbetweeners. 9.30 Comedy Up Late.

10.00 Portlandia.

10.25 Jimmy Fallon.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) 8.30 Lewis. (M) 10.30 Blue Murder. (M) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30pm MythBusters.

7.30 World’s Craziest Fools. (PG) 8.00 What Went Down. (PG) 8.30 Tattoo Nightmares. (M) 9.30 Kinne. (MA15+) 10.00 Family Guy. (M) 10.30 American Dad! 11.00 Family Guy.

6pm Regular Show.

6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 Big Bang. 7.30 Auction Hunters. (PG) 8.30 Big Bang. (PG) 9.30 Survivor. (PG) 10.30 2 Broke Girls.

11.30 Two And A Half Men.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Tigers About The House. (PG) 9.00 New Tricks. (M) 10.00 Blackadder The Third.

(PG) 11.30 The Young Ones. (M)

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6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Last Man Standing. (PG) 8.30 Dads. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Two Little Boys.

(2012) 11.00 Blokesworld. 11.30 The League.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. (PG) 8.00 The Simpsons. 8.30 Rules Of Engagement.

(PG) 9.30 MOVIE Heart And Souls. (1993) (PG) 11.35 Beauty And The Beast.

Possible Rain

Shower or two

Mostly sunny

Sunny

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Saturday 02/05/15

Sunday 03/05/15

Monday 04/05/15

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25°C MAX

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26°C MAX

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SURF REPORT

with MWP’s man in the water

Clearly the best surfer didn’t win in Margaret River.

Underscored and overscored is how I saw it.

On to happier news, this weekend is looking the goods. A good bump in swell with light WSW winds.

So I hope you have the brownie points stocked up or grab a divorce lawyer.

Last weekend my sister grabbed her poor husband and dragged him to Maleny for a high tea when the surf was pumping. I begged her to release him, but it just made her more determined. The moral?

Get up early and leave the phone at home!

FISHING REPORT

with Wayne Nilsson from Maroochydore Fishing World

ESTUARY: Quality bream are moving out on the rising tide at both Maroochy and Mooloolah bars with pillies, mullet and prawns the best bait. You can f nd chopper tailor around the Motorway Bridge pylons at night.

There’s the f rst of the winter luderick at the motorway bridge, the second pylon is working best with green weed gathered at Pincushion.

SURF: Conditions last week allowed tailor and dart to come in close to Pincushion and up to Mudjimba. You can get sea bream at Alexandra Headland using mullet f llet, the best time is dusk. Tailor are off the rocks at Coolum and Peregian, and have been the biggest so far this season, use pillies and chrome type spinning, weighted lures. The best time for these is dusk.

OFFSHORE: The Barwon Banks are f ring for snapper, pearlies and parrot with squid and pillies the best bait.

Large squid are being caught using squid jigs around Old Woman Island. Spanner crabs are being caught in their usual haunts using bonito f llets and pillies for bait.

FRESHWATER: Somerset Dam has been steady for bass and golden perch using live shrimps in the warmer part of the day, with f sh being taken from 5 to 10 feet down. The usual spots off Queen Street, Red Rock and The Hump are producing better sizes. Boondooma is another impoundment returning bass and golden perch on live shrimps and river prawns. Jigging is working just as well, but a sounder is a necessity to locate f sh schooling up.

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ARIES [Mar 21-Apr 20] This week is all about formulating smart strategies and finding solutions. Focus intently on work, education or business matters, as the Sun/ Pluto trine gives you the extra power and passion needed to boost your public profile or fast-track your finances.

TAURUS [Apr 21-May 21] Hey bulls – are you being determined or just stubborn?

The full moon stirs up old resentments, but holding onto grudges will get you nowhere.

‘Forgive and forget’ is your motto as you face your responsibilities, which clears the air so you can then move on.

GEMINI [May 22-Jun 21] This week Mercury and Jupiter bring opportunities involving communication, social media or local community connections.

So, get your ideas out there as you entertain others with your Gemini general knowledge, nifty networking skills and sparkling repartee.

CANCER [Jun 22-Jul 23] You won’t feel like indulging in any early week full moon frivolity as the stars increase tension in relationships.

Communicating with a child, teenager or close friend could be especially problematic, as moods fluctuate and tempers fray.

LEO [Jul 24-Aug 23] Watch out for domestic dramas early in the week, as the full moon puts a spotlight on family. So don’t make matters worse by blurting things out! Powerful Sun/Pluto aspects promise recognition at school, professional rewards or personal insights.

VIRGO [Aug 24-Sep 23] Mercury (your ruling planet) is in your career zone, so step up and showcase your versatility.

Sun/Pluto aspects help you replace out-dated aspirations with dazzling dreams. But a relationship looks complicated on the weekend, as Neptune scrambles your antennae.

LIBRA [Sep 24-Oct 23] The stars urge you to look beyond outer appearances.

Your motto is from Audrey Hepburn “For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone”.

SCORPIO [Oct 24-Nov 22] The Scorpio full moon fires up your passionate side. You’re focused on solo projects, but give-and-take is required if you want to succeed. Intense communication helps take your relationships to a deeper level, so don’t waste the opportunity to get up-close-and-personal.

SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23-Dec 21] Taskmaster Saturn is moving slowly through your sign, which can bring up situations that highlight your flaws. Don’t stress, Sagittarius! Use it as an opportunity to learn and mature. Singles – you may be drawn to someone who is smart, sociable and spontaneous.

CAPRICORN [Dec 22-Jan 20] It’s a wonderful week to power through projects and catch up with friends. Joint ventures are favoured as you link up with others and make things happen. If you’ve been going through a rocky patch with your partner, now’s the time to find common ground.

AQUARIUS [Jan 21-Feb 19] This week’s stars encourage you to reflect on your history, as you use the past to re-shape your present. When it comes to a fiery relationship with a family member, don’t keep stirring things up. Keep the conversation light and lively… and steer clear of controversy.

PISCES [Feb 20-Mar 20] The stars encourage you to nurture your friends, cultivate contacts and surround yourself with positive people, as you will soak up their energy like a sponge. Work projects look positive… as long as you accept the learned advice of a colleague or mentor.

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Summon up (5) Unstinting (6) Offensively self-confident (8) Obliterate (6) Antagonistic (7) Basically (2,7) Gullibility (9) Sunrise (8) An order to appear (7) Male goose (6) Bring together (6) Wrap for the shoulders (5)

JUNIOR X-WORD JUNIOR X-WORD

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A feeling about something

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Disney’s mermaid

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A silent Disney dwarf

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Famous rabbit

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The ruler of the UK

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LAST WEEK’S WEEK’S SOLUTION SOLUTION

CROSSWORD: ACROSS: 1 Bellicose 8 Frown 9 Convict 10 Cactus 11 Census 12 Underlie 15 Drudgery 18 Bruise 20 Lament 21 Neutral 22 Tinge 23 Rock’n’roll DOWN: 2 Evoke 3 Lavish 4 Cocksure 5 Efface 6 Hostile 7 In essence 11 Credulity 13 Daybreak 14 Summons 16 Gander 17 Muster 19 Shawl

SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS

Solve all the clues and reveal the eight-letter word spelled down the middle of the grid.

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JUNIOR X-WORD: Chimp, Hunch, Irwin, Ariel, Dopey, Roger, Extra, Queen (CHILDREN)

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SCATTERWORD: CATHARSIS, archaist, harass, rachis, starch, christ, schist, chair, aitch, crash, chart, saith, trash, stash, stich, shirt, arch, char, cash, chat, hair, rash, hart, sash, hast, rich, chit, itch, hiss, hist, this.

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THE LAST WORD

FOOD FOR THOUGHT We all have to pay our share of taxes, writes Richard O’Leary, unless you’re a multinational company.

I

have a confession to make – I really don’t mind paying tax.

Now don’t get me wrong, I don’t do it with a smile on my face, or have any wish to pay more, but I do get why we pay taxes and I’m happy to pay my part for the greater good.

We are blessed to live in a country like Australia where we enjoy a good standard of living, well-maintained roads, quality hospitals, a safety net for people without jobs and pensions for those who no longer work.

Could they be better? Of course.

Our transport, health and welfare systems could all be improved, but compared with the rest of the world, they are first class and we should all be grateful. So I don’t mind paying taxes to support them, but I just wish big business had the same attitude.

A recent report by Fairfax Media revealed the largest 900 Australian

companies save $25 billion a year through tax deductions. That’s enough cash to wipe out two-thirds of Australia’s current budget deficit.

You know what I find the hardest thing to stomach? Those “double Irish sandwiches” which were mentioned at the recent public hearings of the Senate inquiry into corporate tax evasion. You can’t order these sandwiches at your local Celtic pub, but you will find them on the tax avoidance menus of some of the world’s biggest companies.

This is how it works. Apple sells an iPad in Australia for $600 – but $550 of that sale price goes to Ireland to be taxed, leaving just $50 to be taxed here. The secret is Apple buys its iPhones, iPads and MacBooks from its overseas operations and then resells them in Australia so it gets taxed only on its local profit.

The result of this and other

measures means Apple Australia reportedly paid just $80 million in tax last year on profits of $250 million and revenue of $6 billion.

Google was just as bad. It reportedly paid just $7 million in tax in 2013 on profits of $46 million and revenue of $358 million.

All the while, Australia’s small businesses, which are the engine room of the economy, are paying 30 cents in the dollar. The treasurer has recently admitted this is unfair to all the mum and dad businesses out there trying to earn an honest buck.

But words are cheap.

If Joe Hockey is to shed his image as a cigar-chomping protector of big business, his upcoming federal budget needs to crack down on the proverbial free lunches so average Aussie families can put food on the table. roleary@myweeklypreview.com.au

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the wait is over. mackenzie is now selling. (yeah!)

For all those people who have been waiting so patiently to

With Mackenzie now selling we have the largest selection,

see what our latest land release has to offer... your wait is

and variety of waterfront, parkfront and laneway terrace

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Mackenzie is our first residential land release across the

Making the best of our brilliant coastal lifestyle isn’t a dream,

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it’s well within your reach at Sunshine Cove and now with

of its stunning north facing aspects, other allotments too will

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