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THE FIRST WORD

CONTENTS 10

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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Technology

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Profile

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My body

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My life

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My opinion

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Travel

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Business promotion

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My time

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My style

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Motoring

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My Property Preview

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TV guide/surf & fishing report

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Crossword/sudoku/stars

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The last word

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SUBEDITOR Leigh Robshaw JOURNALIST Candice Holznagel PRODUCTION MANAGER/ GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kath Hawkins GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Ali Smith Carly Head PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR Kara Holmes SALES EXECUTIVES Belinda Brill Bethan Eaton Ian Brittain Nikki Carter GENERAL & SALES ENQUIRIES (07) 5444 0152 DISTRIBUTION ENQUIRIES 1300 367 352, PO Box 6362, Maroochydore BC, Qld 4558.

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OUR STORY 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 world of nutrition can be confusing, with contrasting opinions on gluten, dairy, saturated fats, sugar and meat.

Then you have the whole debate about organic and non-organic. But one thing scientists, nutritionists and naturopaths all seem to agree on is that trans fats are bad – very bad. In this week’s cover story we look at their link with heart disease and uncover why health ministers voted against mandatory labelling.

Also in this edition you get the chance to meet the Sunshine Coast University lecturer with arguably the best job in the world, travel on one of the world’s longest train rides, test drive a new BMW convertible, and get some personal health advice from nutritionist Cyndi O’Meara about the easy way to get greens into your diet.

If property is more your thing, we put Mooloolaba under the spotlight in this week’s suburb snapshot.

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QUICK CHAT

A HEALTHY OUTLOOK ON LIFE

Buderim author and speaker Rachael Bermingham mentors women, runs a book production company and is a mum to three boys.

FIRST JOB

WHY DO YOU LIVE HERE?

I worked at Westworld Skate in Nambour, it was the coolest job ever for a school kid. I was really lucky to have all my favourite things in the one place – friends, loud music, skating, parties, lollies, boys and lots of fun.

It feels like my spiritual home and it has beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and lots to do. I love laying on the gorgeous white sands of Mooloolaba Spit reading or swimming and playing with the boys, friends and family.

YOUR FAMILY INCLUDES. . .

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ON THE COAST, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

I have my little family and my big family. My little family includes my three delicious sons, Jaxson 10, and the twinnies Bowie and Casey 5 and Berry our fluffy family member. My big family includes my partner Sparks, his family which includes his four awesome kids, my best friends and my mum, dad, brother and their families.

Have far better public transport so locals and tourists can just hop on and off buses easily and frequently all day long from Caloundra to Noosa, Maleny to Mooloolaba.

BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

A shitty green Holden Gemini – I hated that car. All I wanted was a pink VW beetle.

IS THERE A DAY IN YOUR LIFE THAT TURNED OUT TO BE A TURNING POINT?

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Spend less than you earn and do the best you can with this moment because it is creating your next moment.

FAVOURITE BOOK A good book is one you read at least three times, I have several of them. The book I have given the most (other than Savvy, Read My Lips or 4 Ingredients) is Signposts

by Denise Linn.

WHAT ARE YOU READING RIGHT NOW? I have three on the go, all different genres. One is a client’s manuscript about the number 11, a thriller by Lee Child, and a bio that Sparks gave to me on Mark Donaldson.

FAVOURITE SONG? Oh no, really? There are way too many! I’ll always sing loudly (and probably badly) to anything from Get Down Tonight (KC & The Sunshine Band) to Give Me Love (Ed Sheeran), Powderfinger, Live and the The Foo Fighters.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED ON THE SUNSHINE COAST? Thirty-three years. Dad got a job here so we moved from Stanthorpe when I was in grade seven. For an 11-year-old girl who was vice captain with a healthy social life, it felt like the end of the world. How quickly that changed! I feel lucky every day that he made that decision now.

Yes, the day I turned 40 was incredibly pivotal for me. Up until then I think I lived for everyone else, since that day I’ve lived for me.

WHAT FRUSTRATES YOU THE MOST? Our health system – it promotes illness over wellness. The government needs to focus more on rewarding people for making good health, food and lifestyle choices.

ADVICE TO YOUR 18-YEAR-OLD SELF? Put the Southern Comfort down, throw the smokes in the bin, save your money for a year and travel for two. You’ll have plenty of time to party. See the world first and make memories that you can remember.

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FAST FACTS

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THE LIST MOST POPULAR SPORTING ACTIVITIES IN AUSTRALIA: 1. Swimming 14% 2. Cycling 10% 3. Soccer 8% 4. Dancing 6% 5. Basketball 5%

GOOGLE GENIUS To find something around you (like a bank or a hardware store) just type what you are looking for followed by the phrase “near me”

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

BUSTING SOME MYTHS

“The only courage that matters is the kind that gets you from one moment to the next.”

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COVER STORY

HIDDEN HEALTH HAZARD

Artificial trans fats are a major health concern, so why has Australia shunned compulsory labelling?

WORDS: Richard O’Leary

WHAT ARE TRANS FATS? Trans fats are a type of unsaturated fat that behave like a saturated fat because of their chemical structure.

There are two types of trans fats.

Naturally occurring trans fats are caused by the way that some animals, such as cattle, sheep and goats, digest their food (the ruminating process).

Artificial, synthetic, industrial or manufactured trans fats are caused by the way some fats and oils are processed.

Source: Heart Foundation

The independent Institute of Medicine has concluded that trans fats provide no known health benefit and there is no safe level of consumption of artificial trans fats.

– US Food and Drug Administration

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rans fat is the ugly duckling in a family not known for its good looks, and unlike the fairytale, this outsider does not grow up to become a beautiful swan – it’s more likely to pollute the pond.

But is this reputation deserved?

In the world of nutrition there are three types of fats: the good the bad and the ugly.

Traditionally, the unsaturated fats are the good guys, the saturated fats are the bad guys and trans fats are the ugly – no one has a kind word to say about them.

According to the Heart Foundation, when you eat unsaturated fats instead of saturated fats you lower your risk of heart disease. Some can even reduce your bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase your good cholesterol (HDL), while saturated fats increase your bad cholesterol. This is contested by some nutritionists and naturopaths, who say saturated can actually be good for us.

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liquid oils into solid fats via a process called hydrogenation. This increases the shelf life and flavour stability of foods.

Trans fats not only increase your bad cholesterol but lower your good cholesterol. The Heart Foundation says the more good cholesterol you have and the less bad cholesterol, the greater your chance of avoiding heart disease.

In June this year, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it would phase out trans fats from the food supply over the next three years in a move it says will “reduce coronary heart disease and prevent thousands of heart attacks every year”.

This followed the FDA’s decision in 2006 to force manufacturers to list trans fats on nutrition labels, which has helped to reduce the consumption of trans fats by Americans from 4.6 grams per day in 2003 to about one gram per day in 2012.

A move to have a similar requirement here was defeated in February this year when government ministers voted against compulsory labelling at the Australia and New Zealand Ministerial Forum on Food Regulation.

The Assistant Minister for Health until the new Prime Minister’s cabinet reshuffle on the weekend, Senator Fiona Nash, who chaired that forum defended the decision, saying the Government’s preferred

approach is to actively educate, support and encourage Australians to adopt and maintain a healthy diet.

“The forum accepted the advice of Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), given the low level of trans fatty acids (TFAs) in the foods sampled, mandatory labelling does not appear warranted.”

“The amount of TFA’s in processed foods is declining in Australia and assessment of dietary intakes of TFAs

and pies have large amounts of trans fats – where the fats are the artificial, industrially produced trans fats.

“We think people need to be aware if they are buying and consuming those foods.”

Executive Manager of the Obesity Policy Coalition Jane Martin has been a health policy advocate most of her adult life, including two decades in tobacco control. She says trans fats should be labelled to empower consumers to make

“I did talk to the manager and he was unaware of the trans fat issue.

They should be labelled carefully and well, so if people want to find out, it’s easy for them.”

Amanda Lee show that they are well below the intake goal set by the World Health Organisation (WHO).”

Australia’s leading health advocates called for an immediate reversal of the decision, including Heart Foundation nutritionist Shane Landon.

“People are not aware that products like store bought biscuits, pastries, cakes

an informed choice.

“Manufacturers know whether or not trans fats are in the food supply, and with the danger of these fats I think it’s important to declare that, and it may put manufacturers off using that product if it’s high in trans fats.

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COVER STORY

think that’s why they’ve been banned in a number of countries. We don’t know if we’re consuming products with high levels of trans fats or not.”

Dr Sarah Burkhart, a lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of the Sunshine Coast says labelling would be a good start, but would not be the magic pill to solve the problem of trans fats in our food supply, as many of the worst offenders don’t have nutrition labels at all.

“Problem foods in the food supply tend to be things like bakery products, fried foods, pies, cakes, buns, takeaway options, a lot of them don’t have to be labelled. So there’s the real challenge in getting the information across.”

The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) which represents the country’s biggest food companies supports the government’s decision not to make labelling of trans fats compulsory.

CEO Gary Dawson says the level of trans fats in the Australian diet is already low because manufacturers of many products recognised this as an issue more than 10 years ago and took steps to remove them from their products.

“Through innovation and reformulation, Australian soft margarines have been free of trans fat for over 10 years.”

Unfortunately for the AFGC and consumers, the evidence doesn’t support such a categorical statement – which even goes beyond the food industry’s usual mantra that trans fats have been “virtually eliminated”.

Public health expert, Professor Amanda Lee from the Queensland University of Technology has found margarine on supermarket shelves that not only contains trans fats but at a level more than five times the recommended limit of less than a one per cent.

Lee has found a margarine manufactured by Goodman Fielder called Golden Award on several occasions, including in remote indigenous communities, poorer areas of Brisbane,

Jane Martin and more recently on the Sunshine Coast.

“I did see it in a little shop on the Sunshine Coast. I did talk to the manager and he was unaware of the trans fat issue – and that’s my point. They should be labelled carefully and well, so if people want to find out, it’s easy for them.”

Goodman Fielder was approached to answer why it manufactures a margarine with such a high trans fats content when the link to heart disease is so well established? Does it intend to continue producing this item? And, what is Goodman Fielder’s view on compulsory labelling of trans fats on processed foods as recommended by the Australian Heart Foundation?

The company, one of Australia’s largest food producers responded with a single line: “We are currently reviewing the formulation of Golden Award, with a view to reducing the trans fats level of the product.”

Professor Lee believes Golden Award may just be the tip of the iceberg, as the advice of Food Standards Australia New Zealand (which was relied upon by ministers) used to reject the compulsory labelling of trans fats, was based on a report that used a sample of grocery items rather than all processed foods.

“The problem is the Australian food industry claims it has virtually eliminated trans fats. Until I found this margarine I would have been happy to

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take their word, (but) it’s raised my doubts,” Lee says.

Questions are also being asked about the claim by the food industry that Australians typically obtain around 0.6 per cent of their daily kilojoules from trans fats (about half the amount recommended by the World Health Organisation). The Heart Foundation says that figure ignores the fact some groups in society consume large amounts of trans fats while others may consume next to none.

It’s the equivalent of the health authorities averaging out the total number of cigarettes bought across Australia’s total population – rather than the 15 per cent of people who actually smoke, to determine the appropriate action to take to reduce the harmful effects of smoking.

While most health experts consulted for this story supported labelling, none wanted Australia to go down the American path to phase out trans fats altogether.

That was seen as a step too far.

The President of the Public Health Association of Australia, Professor Heather Yeatman, says a total ban may cause more problems than it solves.

“There is always the risk that if you take something out and you need to substitute it with something else, and that something else is new and different it may also have problems. An example of that is decreasing total fats in a food product. What we’ve seen is when total fat decreases the level of sugar increases to ensure the product still tastes nice for the consumer.”

But Professor Lee says ultimately the behaviour of the Australian food industry could determine what action is taken in the future.

“If the voluntary system is not working, and we’ve got evidence to suggest it’s not, you seriously need to consider mandatory regulation.”

The Australian Government says it will continue to maintain a watching brief on trans fatty acids.

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FAST FACTS What foods contain trans fats?

There are very small amounts of naturally occurring trans fats in dairy products, and in beef, veal, lamb and mutton and their products.

Manufactured trans fats are found in foods that use hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated vegetable fats to increase the shelf life and flavour stability of foods. These foods include deep-fried foods, some take-away meals and baked goods, such as pies, pastries, cakes, biscuits and buns.

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How can I reduce the amount of trans fats I eat?

• Cook with polyunsaturated or monounsaturated oils, such as canola, sunflower, soybean, olive, sesame and peanut oils.

Measure out your oil with a teaspoon or use a spray oil.

• Grill, bake, poach, steam or stir fry rather than shallow or deep frying and roasting in oil so that you don’t need to use a lot of fat.

• Try to limit deep fried foods and fatty take-away foods to no more than once a week.

• Try to limit fatty snacks, such as crisps, cakes, pastries, biscuits and chocolate, to once a week.

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The Brisbane Roar will also play Central Coast Mariners on Saturday with the senior men’s Sunshine Coast Select XI playing the Football Football Brisbane president Brisbane Select XI as the curtain-raiser. The Brendan Boss with Council has secured the event for three years.

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NEWMAN BREAKS SILENCE Former Queensland premier Campbell Newman will break his silence on the difficulties and pitfalls he faced as a politician when he speaks at the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Better Business Breakfast on October 9. The event coincides with the launch of his biography Can Do: Campbell Newman and the Challenge of Reform. The event will feature a presentation, Q&A and book signing. Tickets cost $45 and are available by phoning 5492 5977.

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WHEN DISRUPTION IS A GOOD THING Stuart Smith is helping the Sunshine Coast embrace new technologies. WORDS: Leigh Robshaw

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hen Malcolm Turnbull addressed the media prior to ousting Tony Abbott as Prime Minister, he used a phrase many of us weren’t familiar with: disruptive technologies, a term coined by US businessman Clayton Christensen in 1995 to describe an innovation that creates a new market and value network.

One man who was happy to hear the phrase entering the national discourse was neuroscientist Professor Stuart Smith, the University of the Sunshine Coast’s new Professor of Disruptive Technologies.

Smith will head the university’s Bachelor of Serious Games Development starting in 2016. It’s the first degree of its kind in Australia and will equip graduates with the skills and experience to apply games to various fields including health care, education and marketing.

Serious games? Disruptive technologies? Bring on the oxymorons, because these fields are going to paint a bright new tech-based future for the Sunshine Coast.

“It’s a really exciting opportunity,” Smith says. “We can build an entirely new industry based on the Sunshine Coast and take a national – indeed an international – lead.

I’ve always wanted to build games for the health industry in Australia and this is the ideal place we could do that.”

Sydney born and raised, Smith first studied engineering then switched to psychology and in 2000, after completing his doctorate, scored a dream job completing a postdoctoral fellowship in psychophysics at NASA’s Ames Research Centre in Silicon Valley. For an Aussie kid who’d harboured dreams of becoming an

astronaut, it was a career highlight.

“I spent about three years in California and it was a wonderful time,” he says. “It was a really cool place to work. It was ground zero for one of the dotcom booms. I lived just around the corner from Google. It was such an exciting place for someone who was a bit of a nerd.”

Part of his work with NASA was studying why astronauts fall over when they return from orbit.

“Going into orbit is a bad thing for the human body,” says Smith. “The heart weakens, the leg muscles have shrunk, the balance system changes. It’s like they’ve gone through an artificial aging process. It got me thinking about the problem of falls in elderly people.”

Smith moved on from NASA and spent five years at Trinity College in Dublin, where he developed video games similar to the Nintendo Wii to get young male spinal facture patients more enthused about their rehab.

“It was a turning point in my research career, when I started thinking about the applications of video games and health issues.

“I was frustrated by the fact that a lot of good stuff gets done in universities but only makes its way into academic papers or fattening up the CV of professors.”

In 2007, Smith met his wife and moved back to Australia, where he has continued to work on serious games development in the health industry, studying the potential of video games like Dance Dance Revolution and Fruit Ninja to promote exercise and assist rehabilitation for stroke patients, among others.

“Older adults tend to be pretty sceptical. What I say is, for entire human existence, we’ve played games. The fundamental things about being human are that we like to tell stories and follow narratives, and play is a big part of humanity. These are not games where you blast aliens; they’re games that translate activities people are familiar with – it could be dancing or tennis – and put it in a realm where they can play in the safety and comfort of their living room. As soon as they’ve done it, their information goes back to their clinician via the internet.”

Smith is excited to be at the forefront of developing a new knowledge economy on the Sunshine Coast.

“It really struck me that the university up here was really innovative,” he says. “They were speaking my language. They said we’ve got to be innovative and entrepreneurial and respond to the environment in which we’re placed. That to me was really critical, because science needs to do a lot better at taking the work we do in the laboratory and translating it out into the real world, and that seems to be what the USC wants to do. It was a no-brainer for me to go yep, this is a part of the world where things might actually happen.”

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Street Party & Movie in the Park – Paper Planes Saturday, 26th September Street Party from 10am to 1pm Film Festival Movie activities from 4pm To celebrate the opening night of the Caloundra Film Festival Stockland are holding a street party with Hot 91 broadcasting live from 10am to 1pm. Join in the fun with bungee run, velcro wall and games, as well as a free sausage sizzle. Whilst you are there enjoy browsing through the inspired home designs in the display village.

Then kicking off at 4pm, Stockland and Telstra host the Caloundra Film Festival’s opening night screening of ‘Paper Planes’ in Bells Reach Quinn Park.

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MY LIFE

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Make time for a green juice or smoothie each day and your body will thank you, writes Cyndi O’Meara.

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Green vegetables and leafy greens are a very important part of a healthy diet and are something we should eat on a daily basis – but many people say they don’t have time to make breakfast, let alone eat greens every day. A green juice or smoothie can be a fantastic option for people who are looking for optimum health but are time poor.

Australians spend an estimated $1.5 billion each year on vitamins and supplements but I always recommend we get our vitamins and minerals through food. Each vitamin requires enzymes, co-factors, co-enzymes, minerals and other macronutrients to be absorbed and utilised by the body, which it cannot do effectively when a vitamin is chemically isolated.

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MY OPINION

CALOUNDRA CAN BE COOL

PRETTY CRUISY

Caloundra is leaving its daggy image behind and smartening up with a new CBD revitalisation plan, writes Bill Darby.

Sami Muirhead is a new convert to the heavenly charms of a cruise ship holiday.

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here are two types of people in life: those who cruise and those who do not.

I refer to holidays at sea with all you can eat buffets, expensive drinks, and endless wardrobe options of blue and white striped clothing (oh hang on, that last one was just me).

The cruise ship holiday is a polarising option. Some embrace the cheap carnival at sea along with the 24-7 entertainment and mind-boggling activities on offer. Others avoid cruising with the vigour Tony Abbott now avoids Julie Bishop.

The naysayers claim there is a lack of culture on board and you are stuck at sea with a boat full of bogans.

I have just got my land legs back after getting off a three-day adventure in the not so high seas.

The massive P&O ship, the Pacific Jewel, was my initiation into the cruising world. She has to be seen to be believed at 245 metres in length, 11 decks high and able to carry 3000 people. She cost $400 million dollars to build, and that was decades ago. They must have been sure they would sell a lot of fuzzy ducks to cover the cost. If you do not know what a fuzzy duck is, then you probably still have perky boobs and a bottom that hasn’t gone south yet.

From the outset I knew I had been bitten by the cruise bug. The Pacific Jewel scraped under the Sydney Harbour Bridge at sunset while thousands crowded the deck to dance

to YMCA and drink cold champagne with the entire cabin and crew.

We bobbed around Sydney for three nights. We could have been in Bermuda.

All I cared about was lying around like a beached whale with my husband, ordering fancy cocktails and actually reading a book. The only time I left my chaise lounge was to feast at the free all-you-can-eat buffet. It was like a much fancier form of Sizzler.

I may have just found a new church alter to worship at. Some friends we travelled with were not so religious about the concept of cruising. They recovered from their mild sea sickness but they did not get over their staunch view it is a bogan holiday where fat and pale Aussies go to party and drink booze around the pool from 10am every morning.

They say cruises attract those who are bereft of both culture and closed in shoes. They may have a point. It may well be the new Bali at sea with the industry dramatically on the rise. Seven new ships will be added around the world this year.

Of course we now have cruise ships pulling into local waters. And from 2016 to 2017, 15 more cruise ships will come online, although that does include Clive Palmer’s Titanic 2, so let’s make it 14 to be safe. Bring on the buffet!

For more from Sami go to twomadrabbits.com or you can hear her on Mix FM.

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ood old Caloundra has experienced its fair share of ups and downs over the past 20 or so years. Once the domain of a few local developers (some only interested in making a quick buck), no one seemed to be setting the bar very high.

Thanks to the dreaded GFC, and in no small part due to Caloundra having become quite daggy in spots, investment and innovation in property development has been conspicuously absent. This hasn’t been helped by the obvious lack of new infrastructure.

But any experienced property speculator will know the signs that indicate positive change is afoot.

For beachfront holiday apartments, occupancy rates are on the rise. As a destination, Caloundra is kicking goals.

National and international tourism marketing is helping Caloundra grow its market share of visitors.

Our regional tourism organisation, Sunshine Coast Destination, has discovered that Caloundra is one of its uniquely authentic jewels. Caloundra Tourism has begun a collaborative and successful partnership with Sunshine Coast Destination to ensure Caloundra remains firmly in the spotlight.

The real opportunities for more sophisticated investors centre around the Caloundra CBD. Look past what Bulcock Street looks like now and imagine a modern and functional high street with new access points and all the innovation of smart city design. The

master-planning work is being advanced as we speak and will deliver all this and more.

Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce, a multifaceted approach to CBD revitalisation is now well past first base, with the recently formed Caloundra CBD Taskforce rolling out a range of innovative and artistic projects to stimulate the town’s eclectic heart.

The nuisance of having parking meters is helping fund change and Caloundra businesses are now beginning to realise its a small price to pay to secure a convenient car park in Caloundra. This has been the key to gaining broader acceptance of paid parking as customers continue to support those businesses in town that focus on being awesome.

Over the next few years, the burgeoning population from Stockland’s Caloundra South development will add new pressures on the CBD. The demand for entertainment, hospitality and retail services skirting an already bustling beachfront will send property values skyward. Rents will increase and demand for CBD freehold space will be at a premium. Investors who foresee these early signs of future growth will reap the rewards.

Bill Darby is a director of Rumba Beach Resort and is Tourism & Events Chair for the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce. Email: bill@billdarby.com.au

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TRAVEL

Beijing

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A trip on the Trans Siberian Railway is unforgettable.

By Jeremy Hainsworth

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t was the realisation of a dream from a childhood obsessed with trains: taking one of the world’s longest train rides, on the Trans Mongolian Express and Trans Siberian Railway.

The trip went from Beijing, China, via Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and across Russia to Moscow and St Petersburg with whistle stops in between.

It spanned two continents, seven time zones, many cultures and more than 7,900 kilometres.

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your own, so I travelled with G Adventures.

Arriving several days early in Beijing to sample the city, I munched on deep-fried scorpion in a market, climbed ancient drum and bell towers, explored the sprawling Forbidden City and saw the preserved body of Mao Zedong in a mausoleum more resembling the shrine of a deity.

Then our tour group – six in all – met for our three-week adventure, led by guide Aleksandr Paramanov.

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antique Nazi bayonets. Beware of pickpockets not only in the market but throughout the city. I lost my credit cards in a brief bump with someone.

We stood amid Buddhist ceremonies with monks chanting and sampled horse cooked on flat metal grills.

Later, we slept in a yurt on the steppes (Mongolian plains). Cows meandered through the camp, the twilight on the distant hills making it seem like a scene from Middle Earth.

Boarding the train again, we readied ourselves for Russian border officials.

Passports were taken, bags searched and sniffer dogs led through the train.

After 51 hours, we arrived at Irkutsk, touring with a guide whose grandparents had been given 15 minutes to pack and leave for a collective farm in Stalin’s era.

Then on to a guest house in the village of Listvyanka on the edge of Lake Baikal, the world’s largest freshwater lake.

On to Yekaterinburg, a city on the dividing line between two continents, a two-day ride through forests and rolling hills on rails that once carried Soviet exiles heading the other way to the gulag.

In another compartment, strangers fed my travel-mate caviar, crabmeat, eggs and vodka.

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A week was spent in close quarters aboard trains. Each car had a hot water boiler, but you had to bring your own food, water and tea and get into the right mindset: relax, chat with new friends or just gaze at the ever-changing landscape.

The Trans Siberian is not a special train with specific runs. It’s a regularly scheduled train; you book sections and get on and off as you wish.

Our first run, departing the madness of Beijing’s main station for Ulaanbaatar, was filled with Chinese and Mongolian travellers heading home. After Chinese officials searched the train and stamped passports in the late evening, the train was taken apart. Carriages were moved into sheds, giant jacks raised them about two metres and wheel bogeys were replaced to handle Mongolia’s gauge rail system.

We awoke to see the sandy-brown, scrub-dotted wastes of the Gobi Desert.

Ulaanbaatar, the world’s most remote capital city, comes into view as the train rounds a bend.

Yurt tents dot the hills around the city of 1.1 million where more than 100,000 nomads still live under canvas.

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Do You Suffer Migraines? Struggle With Chronic Headaches? Find out Why! Find out the cause and how to avoid them.

With Migraine Awareness Week just passing in September, understanding why migraines occur can be quite a mystery, plaguing many for most of their lives. If you’re a migraine sufferer, you probably have been since childhood, though that’s not true for everyone. A migraine may cause such extreme pain that you may be hospitalised with intense noise and light sensitivity, vision disturbances, extreme nausea, violent headache and vomiting. There are many however, that will suffer with hormonal migraines causing intense throbbing in different parts of the temple or forehead, beginning in the neck, or shoulder as intense muscle pain. Hormonal migraines often last up to three days, though every migraine sufferer is different, and every migraine type is different.

For some, migraines that seldom occur may be caused by structural problems such as misalignment of the spine, or muscle tension. For many others, migraines can be caused by a number of biochemical reasons that trigger a cascade of events in the brain. Once the cascade begins, it is difficult to stop the process that results in the intense pain of a migraine.

Moscow of the Spilled Blood, the golden-domed sanctuary built on the site where the last tsar, Nicholas II, and his family were massacred by the Bolsheviks. A chapel marks the execution spot.

We chanced to see the parade marking the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. Tanks and missiles rolled through the streets as fighter jets roared overhead.

Back aboard bound for Moscow, we were split between compartments, attempting communication with friendly but frustrated Russians.

In the Russian capital we explored Red Square, the Kremlin as well as Soviet monuments and art galleries.

Then, more than two weeks after departing Beijing, we boarded a night train for St. Petersburg.

Leaving that final train was hard.

We’d all lived a dream.

– AAP

IF YOU GO Trans Siberian Railway can be taken east to west or vice versa: transsiberianexpress.net.

VISAS: Requirements vary by country.

Consult the Chinese, Mongolian and Russian consular sites. Letters of invitation may be needed for visas.

Tour companies can assist.

TIPS: Beware of pickpockets. Money belts are a must. Don’t carry all your credit and debit cards together. Pack efficiently – you carry everything you bring. Bring an e-reader for long stretches on the train.

FOOD: Some trains have dining cars but don’t count on it. Pack tea or instant coffee to share with fellow travellers.

Buy fruit, instant noodles, vegetables, dried meats and bread for days you’ll be on the train.

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BUSINESS PROMOTION

BIG FISH IN A LITTLE POND OR LITTLE FISH IN A BIG POND? Shannon Dawes from Red Energy Promotions explains how to promote your point of difference.

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here’s an art to showing that you are different to your competitors and very few businesses get it truly right (regardless of their size and marketing power). When communicating to your customers, a lot of businesses fall into the trap of repeating perceived benefits that the customer takes as implied or built into the price.

Let’s assume for a second that all of your competitors are offering these two elements: • Good quality product; • Great service.

So if you cannot explain quickly and succinctly why your product is different or how your service is better, let us ignore these two points and focus on what you can do to separate yourself

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from the pack. Communicate only the benefits.

There is a plumber on the Sunshine Coast who was able to communicate how his service was better (and subsequently was very successful in the marketing of the business).

The service promise consisted of: • We will turn up when we promise to turn up; • We offer a fair price and a quality of work that we guarantee 100 per cent; • We treat your home with care and take off our boots when working inside.

Very simple, but highly effective. The business identified all of the issues associated with their competition and tackled them all head on. But more importantly, it actually followed through on its service promise and its brand grew.

Once you have the message right, it is purely about getting it to market. We helped with elements such as direct mail

printed and delivered to homes within pockets of the Sunshine Coast, low-cost gifts that were given to each customer to thank them for their support and to reinforce they made a great choice, and a consistent branding theme across work uniforms and vehicle signage.

Jetts Fitness is another perfect example of getting the brand promise correct. Before launching, it identified all of the pain points members had with their gym. High costs due to services that not everyone wanted/needed, lack of flexibility with workout times and expensive contracts. By tackling these industry pain points as part of its core brand promise, it told the market it was different (and succeeded as a result).

We’ve been working with Jetts Fitness since the beginning and while a lot has changed, the customer-centric approach has not. Identify, acknowledge and appreciate – this cycle of client development will serve any sized

business well.

If there is one element of your branding that needs more attention, I guarantee it is the brand promise to your customers that isn’t quite as defined as it should be. Red Energy Promotions has a core mantra and established systems; it has been this work completed in our early stages that has allowed the growth of the business. If customers are central to your business success, then ensure their needs are identified, met and exceeded (it sounds basic, but you’d be surprised at how many brands lose sight of this).

For ideas on how to get your brand to market, talk to our team – every brand is different, therefore the successful approach needs to be responsive to your individual needs.

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BUSINESS PROMOTION

SUPER IS SUPER

TIME TO STRIVE AND THRIVE Zoe Sparks has been in business for 15 years and she’s about to share the secrets of her success in a new book.

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any people think that superannuation is simply a deduction that comes out of your pay each month, reducing the amount that you have available to spend.

However, in reality it is an important and beneficial scheme that provides savings for your retirement.

Because of the aging population in Australia, the government has put in place many incentives to encourage people to invest in superannuation and save to help fund their own retirement.

The earnings of funds invested in super are generally taxed at a maximum rate of 15 per cent, which is considerably lower than the effective top personal tax rate of 49 per cent. Capital gains may be taxed as low as 10 per cent.

If you had $500,000 invested in super receiving an income of six per cent, this could provide a saving of $10,200 per annum when compared to investing in your personal name.

If you are an employee, you can

salary sacrifice some of your pre-tax earnings to your superannuation fund.

Salary sacrifice contributions are known as concessional contributions and are also taxed at rate of 15 per cent rather than your marginal rate of tax.

For example if you usually receive a wage of $100,000 your effective marginal tax rate would be 39 per cent.

If you were to salary sacrifice $10,000 to super you may benefit from a tax saving of $2,400. It is important to note that you need to make the election to salary sacrifice the funds before they are earned.

Look after your super investments – don’t put your head in the sand because retirement seems so far away.

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

This article contains general financial advice only and does not consider your personal circumstances.

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t’s not easy being in business, as many people will tell you. There is so much to focus on and all businesses are after that unique point of difference, something that makes them stand out and be top of mind when people are thinking of making a purchase or seeking a service.

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Exceptional customer service – one of the most important fundamentals of any successful business.

Administration – systems and processes are a must, many business

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John Gallagher from Argon Law says do your research when buying off the plan.

Luxe Commercial managing director Chris Sales talks about the Sunshine Coast property market.

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hanges to residential investment lending criteria are changing the landscape for Australia’s commercial property sector, including on the Sunshine Coast.

The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) has initiated tighter lending requirements for banks and financial institutions due to rising concerns about the number of property investors, the stability of the market and economic conditions.

Part of the focus is to insist borrowers have a larger deposit, to reduce a borrower’s risk.

These changes have impacted positively on the commercial sector as investors seek to ‘actively diversify’ their portfolios by spreading their risk.

Historically low interest rates and rising house prices, along with the tighter residential investor lending conditions, have seen a lift in enquiry for commercial property.

Commercial property is a sound alternative for those who appreciate a

bricks and mortar investment, whether they’re looking for retail, industrial or commercial office premises, the returns are also increasingly favourable.

APRA’s directives to banks and lenders do not apply to commercial real estate investment.

The Coast’s lower cost base and lifestyle make commercial property investments attractive propositions for many investors, including those from interstate.

The increased interest has gathered momentum since February, improving further, as better sites became available.

Investment in Australian commercial property set a new record in the 2014–15 financial year with an overall investment in retail, industrial and office sectors increasing by 19 per cent to $28.88 billion in total sales.

That trend is expected to continue.

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ntering into a contract to buy an apartment or townhouse before construction has finished is known as buying “off the plan”.

It’s a good idea to research the developer and the location and try to get as clear a picture as possible of the dwelling you will actually receive and how it fits into the rest of the complex.

Study all plans, drawings and schedules of finishes and even ask an architect for an opinion about them.

Get a good understanding of how the body corporate will be structured and how much you can expect to pay each year in levies to that body corporate.

Beware of rental guarantees. They can give you a false impression about the return you can expect to receive.

The proposed contract of sale and associated disclosure statement from the developer should include copies of the plans and schedules provided to you earlier as well as provisions specifying a sunset date by which the development

must be completed. The contract should also include a provision requiring the developer to rectify any defects that may become evident during the first few months after you settle.

Experienced lawyers will ensure that these and many other important matters are properly covered if they are asked to review the documents before you sign.

In summary: • do you research and get a very clear picture of how it will all fit together; • beware of rental guarantees; and • get the contract reviewed by an experienced lawyer before you sign.

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WHAT’S ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

HAVE A LAUGH Jimeoin is returning to the Coast next week and is sure to bring plenty of laughs to this year’s Caloundra Fringe Festival.

The Caloundra Fringe Festival is on from September 25 to October 5 and forms part of the Caloundra Music Festival.

Festival director Richie Eyles says Jimeoin will be the headline act for the highly anticipated Loud Mouth Comedy Festival on October 1.

“Jimeoin will be supported by some of the best comedians in Queensland, including Matt Okine, who was awarded the 2015 Directors Choice at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and Best Newcomer Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013,” Eyles says.

Tickets can be purchased via the Caloundra Fringe Festival website.

Meanwhile, the Fringe Festival will also feature Fiesta on Kings, which will include twilight movies, fireworks, buskers, workshops, street performers, magicians and pizza making with award-winning Italian chefs.

Fiesta on Kings will kick start the Caloundra Fringe Festival for three days from Friday September 25 to Sunday September 27. For more on the Fringe Festival visit caloundrafringefestival.com.au.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ETHAN EMMETT, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm BENNY D WILLIAMS, The Pub Aussie World, 2pm DWIGGY, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm TONY BOYD, Dicky Beach Surf Club, 6pm NATHAN PURSEY, Mets on Kings, 7pm LAURA MITCHELL JAZZ, Maleny Upfront Club, 7pm SHARON BROOKS, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm VIBE, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm RICHARD WATERSON, One Up Bar, 8pm SOUL MEN, Tewantin-Noosa RSL, 8pm OLD SKOOL, The Yacht Club, 8pm 21 HUNDRED, Taps, 8.30pm WAX LYRICAL, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 9pm STEVENSON ST, O’Malley’s, 9.30pm

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MEAL OF THE MONTH Get out of the kitchen and head to Mooloolaba Surf Club to try their meal of the month. For $20.50 you can get beer battered whiting fillets, crispy coated chips and a garden salad served with a glass of sauvignon blanc semillon or cabernet sauvignon merlot.

The Boathouse Restaurant is open seven days a week from 7am for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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TOP CATCH BENNY’S BEATS If you love live music then check out The Pub Aussie World tomorrow.

Vocalist Benny D Williams will perform live bringing his ‘junkyard soul’ sound to the venue.

With a growing groundswell of support, Williams entertains with his rich vocals, killer grooves, stylish strumming, beatboxing and sound layering.

Constantly working the road, he is a born entertainer sure to excite.

He will perform on September 26 at 2pm. The Pub is located at Frizzo Road, Palmview.

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1. Pan – PG 2. Everest – M 3. Oddball – G 4. Mazerunner: The Scorch Trials – M 5. Sicario – MA15+ Purchase tickets at Maroochydore Cinemas box office or online at eventcinemas.com.au See online for full session details.

BE QUICK TO GET TIX Haven’t got your tickets to the Caloundra Music Festival yet? It’s not too late.

You can pre-purchase tickets online or buy them at the gate.

This year’s event features more than 70 artists including Angus and Julia Stone, Xaviar Rudd, San Cisco and Hoodoo Gurus.

Thousands of people are expected to converge on Kings Beach for the four-day festival, which kicks off on October 2.

Visit caloundramusicfestival.com.

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Visit Caloundra Library ry next month for a workshop p with a sweet twist. The cupcake cake has made a culinary comeback and cake decorator Lorinda Rogers from Ideas in Icing is hosting a free cake decorating session. ion.

October 6 at 10am. Bookings are re essential. Phone 5475 8989.

It’s an oldie but a goodie. You would be hard pressed to find a Coast resident who hasn’t visited Eumundi Markets.

Touted as Australia’s biggest and best art, craft and produce market, this favourite is held every Saturday and Wednesday.

There are more than 500 stalls and the market has a policy of ‘make it, bake it, sew it or grow it’ which means products are produced locally.

You will find everything from art, furniture, homewares, fashion, jewellery and food.

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Fine gold 4-pack cuffs, $16.99, Lovisa

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Nude & blush mixed multi-length necklace, $24.99, Lovisa

Accessorise a classic white shirt and a flattering denim skirt for a stylish low key weekend outfit.

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pring fashion has landed at Sunshine Plaza, and this season is all about fresh tones and textures in soft neutral shades, which make for a crisp and effortless approach to spring styling.

The colours of the season draw inspiration from a desert inspired palette with lots of sands, nudes and creamy whites, reined in by a backdrop of Santorini blues and oceanic aquas.

Also trending this season are soft fabrics such as lightweight denim, suede and free-flowing cotton. This colour palette and fabric combination combined with relaxed tailoring provides a bohemian take on your spring look.

To complete your look, here’s my top three MUST have accessories for the spring/summer season: 1. A large tote bag that can go from street to beach easily (preferably something with tassels to tap into the ‘70s revival that’s heavily trending this season).

2. A pair of tan or nude lace up gladiator style sandals. This look can work with both causal day wear as well as something a little more formal.

3. A pair of tortoiseshell, thick framed sunglasses. This will add style to any outfit.

To refresh your look this season, book an individual style session with myself in-centre at The Summer Sessions. See the back page of your Adore Magazine insert for details on how to book.

Kathryn is our resident Stylist for The Summer Sessions and will be available for individual styling appointments between Tues 6 to Fri 9 Oct.

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DREAM CAR, REALISTIC PRICE Peter Atkinson from AAP reviews the BMW M235i convertible.

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hey are the most sought-after models of the most sought-after brands – but the price of joining the elite ranks of high-performance German cars has never been cheaper.

Once strictly a six-figure domain – and generally pushing towards $200k

and beyond – models from MercedesBenz’s AMG stable, BMW’s M-Sport and Audi’s RS range are moving closer to the reach of the average buyer.

As little as $80-grand is these days enough to get an AMG badge into your garage, thanks to the advent of the

turbo-charged A45, CLA45 and GLA45 pocket rockets. Audi’s potent S3 and RS3 are equally accessible.

And the latest addition to BMW’s high-performance stable has further shrunk the price of a seat at the marque’s high-performance table, with the very

rapid M235i coupe arriving at a tasty $79,990.

Not quite as cheap, but every bit as tempting is the drop-top version of that machine – the M235i convertible that recently made a welcome visit to our driveway.

At $85,800 it’s certainly not cheap, but do some comparisons and it seems like quite a bargain.

It is roughly half the price of the slightly bigger, slightly faster and slightly more desirable M4 convertible – that will set you back $178,430.

And like its coupe sibling, it is also impressively more affordable than the model it essentially replaces in the BMW lineup – the now defunct, rather awkwardly-named 1-Series M Coupe.

That car – with similar mechanicals to the M235i, was priced beyond the $100,000 mark.

It’s probably worth dwelling briefly on the naming convention for these machines.

The 1M Coupe was so called to avoid confusion with a legendary nameplate from BMW’s rich motorsport history – the M1 from the 1970s and 80s.

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the 2-Series (in the same way 3-Series coupes are now called 4-Series).

So, why isn’t the M235i simply called an M2? That hasn’t been fully explained.

But it’s probably because this machine – despite its very impressive performance characteristics – probably falls a rung short of the all-out wildness we’ve come to expect from the M-Sport brand.

The M235i uses fundamentally the same components as the M3 and M4 models – a tweaked-up version of the twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine found across the BMW range. But while the M3 and M4 squeeze 317 kilowatts out of this powerplant, the M235i has to make do with a more modest 240 kilowatts.

That means a 0-100 kilometres per hour sprint time of five seconds – roughly half a second slower than the M3 and M4 – and a tad slower than the coupe version of the M235i. That’s because the convertible’s cloth folding roof – and added stiffening of the chassis to make up for the absence of a steel roof frame – means it’s marginally heavier than its sibling.

The consolation is that on a sunny day you can peel back that folding roof (a process that takes a few seconds and

can be performed while the car is driving at up to 50 kilometres per hour) and, as well as the wind in your hair, you can bask in the aural delight of a BMW straight-six in full cry. That’s a very good thing indeed.

And while it’s an expensive exercise in vanity and indulgence, the M235i is nicely equipped for the purpose.

Standard kit includes adaptive M-Sport suspension that can be stiffened or softened depending on your mood, high-performance brakes and an eight-speed sports automatic transmission. The M235i also offers the choice of a Sport and Sport Plus mode that sharpens gear changes and throttle response and stiffens the suspension – producing a very focused little machine indeed. One of the best performance convertibles we’ve driven, in fact.

You will also enjoy bi-Xenon headlights, rear view camera with front and rear audio park alerts, auto stop-

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start function, leather trim with heated front seats, high-end audio and navigation systems and full Bluetooth connectivity with audio streaming.

In all, a reasonably generous package for the price.

Of course, there are downsides. The rear seats are strictly for small people or contortionists. The boot is not quite as dire but still fairly compact.

And, with the cloth roof in place, rear and particularly side vision is pretty ordinary.

Of course, it’s easy enough to solve that problem by pushing the button to fold back the roof and enjoy this classy little machine in all its glory.

HOW BIG? It has four seats but you’ll generally only use the front two.

The boot can accommodate a set of golf clubs.

HOW FAST? It’s not quite as wild as some of its M-Sport siblings – and possibly might even lag behind its Mercedes AMG rivals in a sprint – but the 240 kilowatts are more than ample to make this a very brisk little unit. The speed limit arrives in a smart five seconds flat.

HOW CLEVER? It records and analyses your driving style and conditions to calculate when the next service is required. And the Connected Drive system transmits the data to your nearest BMW dealer so they can be ready when you book it in.

HOW MUCH? $85,800 plus onroad costs – which is pretty competitive.

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NEW ASTRA TAKES ON EUROPEAN STYLING

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he all-new Astra was revealed this month at the 2015 International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany.

The launch has given Australians a taste of what is to come in Holden’s new-model onslaught which will see 24 new models introduced over the next five years.

Destined for a late 2016 release by Holden in Australia, the new Astra is a clean-sheet design from Opel’s European

headquarters in Russelsheim, focusing on style and efficiency while following the design philosophy introduced on the Monza concept in 2013.

Holden chairman and managing director Mark Bernhard says the all-new Astra promises Australian customers European style and sophistication, coupled with outstanding efficiency, stateof-the-art technology and connectivity features that signal the future for the Holden brand and its vehicles.

“The all-new Astra is a stunning car and clearly signposts Holden’s future product strategy – bringing in the best cars from around the GM world for our customers,’’ he says.

“The Astra offers leading design, performance and technology, and is the latest vehicle to be confirmed as part of Holden’s new product onslaught that promises 24 new models by 2020.

“Astra has made a giant leap forward with a new engine line-up, lightweight design and an advanced infotainment system complete with Apple Car Play and Android auto compatibility.

“The five-door Astra is a perfect small car for Australians and I am excited to say that, following local engineering input to ensure its performance is optimised for our unique road conditions, Holden will be offering this car in late 2016 alongside the recently launched Astra GTC and VXR sports hatches.”

Astra utilises a completely new vehicle architecture, facilitating a sleek new look and weight reduction of up to 130 kilograms for Australian models.

The drive experience is further enhanced with the employment of an

engine portfolio consisting of 1.4-litre turbo and 1.6-litre turbo engines, both with the ability to blend exceptional fuel economy with effortless performance.

Making its debut in Astra, the allaluminium, 1.4-litre ECOTEC Direct Injection turbo engine is capable of producing up to 114 kilowatts of power and 240 Newton metres of torque with efficient fuel consumption.

Alternatively, customers can select the sportier 1.6-litre ECOTEC Direct Injection turbo engine, boasting up to 147 kilowatts of power and a class leading 300 Newton metres of torque.

Vehicle performance director Ian Butler says the involvement of Holden’s engineering team during its development means the car is suited for Australians.

“This car has been designed and engineered in Europe to the highest standards and with our chassis tuning input it will excel on Australian roads.”

“The new engine line-up and new, lightweight architecture combine to deliver a refined yet engaging driving experience, maintaining the characteristics the Astra nameplate is famous for.”

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Motivated Sellers, Serious Negotiation Awaits • 12 metre carpeted pontoon and jetty • 5 King size bedrooms, all boasting balconies and stunning water views • 3 Bathrooms featuring the finest tiling and finishings • Master wing, with exquisite robe and elegant ensuite with corner spa • Multiple outdoor entertaining areas, media room and double office Jonathan Plant M: 0448 618 456 E: jonathan.plant@harcourtsm1.com.au Harcourts M1 3807 4499

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MAGICAL MOOLOOLABA

It’s nearly a hundred years since the first residential lots were sold - and how the place has changed.

WORDS: Dorothy Whittington. of blue sea lapping white sand.

Mooloolaba is also known for its tourist sites and nightclubs and the harbour is popular in yachtie circles and also for its fishing fleet.

Construction of numerous high-rise apartments, combined with the original housing spreading back from the ocean and river, has seen it become one of the most densely populated areas on the

“A cosmopolitan mix of restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques”

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ith the Pacific Ocean forming one border and the Mooloolah River another, Mooloolaba was always going to be special.

Things first started happening in 1864, when the river was identified as a handy port for shipping timber to Brisbane.

Mooloolah Heads, with a name too close to the hinterland rail town, was then renamed Mooloolaba in the 1920s, and the first allotments were sold along the riverfront up to the surf.

It was a fishing village and popular holiday spot for settlers from Buderim, Palmwoods and Woombye.

Construction of the spit and the opening of the Mooloolaba Harbour in 1968 guaranteed that one of the oldest beach towns would be a popular resort.

The main beach and its extension around to the Spit provides some of the best and safest surfing and swimming on the Coast and is patrolled by the longestablished Mooloolaba Surf Lifesaving Club.

Learning from Surfers Paradise,

planners ruled that the high-rise accommodation towers that went up to house the numbers that kept pouring in, were kept far enough back from the front to not shade the beach.

The council has also done its bit over the years by providing plenty of green picnic spots and a boardwalk through the dunes, as well as the landmark Loo with a View and landscaped esplanade.

The esplanade is a busy cosmopolitan mix of restaurants, coffee shops and boutique shops while in contrast, the beach is a peaceful picture

Coast, with 23.6 per hectare at the 2006 census, but this hasn’t detracted from its preeminent liveability.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Mooloolaba had 11400 residents in 2010.

Summing up: Mooloolaba is a holiday resort backed by longestablished residential streets. There are some homesites and unit developments on canals but while most residential properties don’t have water views, they are within an easy walk of one of the best beaches and esplanades around. As one of the older suburbs, it has a school and post office as well as a large supermarket and some commercial offices, but for the most part, it’s a holiday town.

AGENT’S TIPS HOW IS THE MOOLOOLABA MARKET LOOKING?

Jean Hamer works for First National Mooloolaba and has sold real estate in the Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland precincts for more than 40 years.

She is a respected agent who has been recognised by her peers in the industry, having held for many years the position of director of the Queensland Board of the Real Estate Industry of Queensland (REIQ) and chairman for two years.

Here, Hamer provides an overview of the Mooloolaba market…

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It is quite an interesting market.

As far as the main Mooloolaba area, it’s hard to get houses for sale and when they do come in they sell very quickly.

Prices of houses, over the past couple of years, have increased steadily. It’s a matter of getting the properties for sale.

The market has become rather strong and remained that way.

As far as units go, you’ve got the units on the front and you have got the larger residential units. You’ve also got the smaller ones. Those smaller units are around the $300,000 to $400,000 price.

Demand for those has gone up and remains strong.

These are bought by investors but a lot of first home owners buy them too.

Then you have the units that I call residential apartments. These are bigger apartments that only sell to people who

will be living in the units. The bigger apartments vary from $800,000 to $1.7 million.

These have the double garage and all the conveniences and outlook.

They’ve been selling in the past 12 months. They are a strong seller and it’s hard to get them for sale.

Then you have the units on the front, which are holiday units or people can live in them if they wish. They are older units, big units, that were mainly built in the 1980s. You can get them in the $600,000 price range.

Then you come to the area from Venning Street to River Esplanade where

units are priced at just under a million up to $1.4 million. These take a little while to sell.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE LOOKING TO BUY IN THE AREA? It’s difficult to get into the Mooloolaba market and you’ve got to be prepared to pay a bit extra sometimes. People are realising now its position and what you are buying is part of that ocean out there.

Look around to see what is out there.

You’ve also got the street behind the esplanade which has good units there the same size and half the price. myweeklypreview.com.au

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PRIDE OF PARREARRA From page 43

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uality home in the most sought after street on the exclusive Kawana Island.

This architect-designed home has north- facing views up the Parrearra Canal. Three-metre high ceilings make the most of summer sea breezes. This home of approx 500-square metres is an entertainer’s delight. Three living spaces, a large superbly fitted out kitchen with stunning water views and undercover outdoor patio.

Inground lap pool hugs the home .

Quality finishes throughout. Triple garage plus 2x4m lockable workshop. Situated on 774-square metre block.

6 CAYMAN PLACE, PARREARRA 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 12pm Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS Here’s a preview of hot auctions taking place on the Sunshine Coast in the next seven days: 253 ILKLEY ROAD, ILKLEY Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 12pm Define Property 5478 2477 Athena Law 0408 884 104 106 KARAWATHA DRIVE, MOUNTAIN CREEK Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 1pm First National Real Estate 5444 0800 Paul Angell 0438 468 378 & Lisa Angell 0438 443 979 323 PALMWOODS-MONTVILLE RD, PALMWOODS Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 2.30pm RE/MAX Property Sales 5470 7000 Lee Sutherland 0499 993 311

6 CAYMAN PLACE, PARREARRA Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 12pm Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

UNIT 46 “VILLAGE GREEN NO.2”, 31 NORTH STREET, CALOUNDRA $387,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Seaside Real Estate, Julie Shirvington

35 BOOLAGI DVE, WURTULLA Auction on site Saturday Septemeber 26 @ 11am Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Steve Turner 0412 679 488

44/47 SYCAMORE DRIVE, CURRIMUNDI $404,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Danyell Sparksman and Jodie Hedley-Ward

AUCTION RESULTS The easiest way to check out the latest auction results. Email

39 AKALA STREET, FLAXTON $405,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Carolans First National Real Estate, Vanessa Brunton

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10 BONAIRE COURT, KAWANA ISLAND $705,000 / 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Howcroft Real Estate, Bill Howcroft

9 BRIDALVEIL COURT, BUDERIM Passed in / 4+ bed, 2.5bath, 2 car Belle Property 5456 0219 Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

15 TARAWA STREET, KAWANA ISLAND $472,500 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Howcroft Real Estate, Bill Howcroft

1/7 HEMDAN COURT, NAMBOUR $260,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Next Property Group, Kym Whiteman and Robyne Williams

U98 OCEAN REACH, KAWANA ISLAND $385,000 / 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Howcroft Real Estate, John McMillan

4 HILL STREET, NAMBOUR $372,500 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Carolans First National Real Estate, Andy Sharma

26 TOPVIEW DRIVE, MONS $600,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Belle Property Buderim, Bevan Horsnell

2 KOOPA PLACE, PELICAN WATERS $740,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Kate Jewry and Andrew Dyce

UNIT 1 “MAGENTA” 13-15 MARJORIE STREET, MOOLOOLABA Passed in, in post auction negotiations / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car First National Mooloolaba 5444 0800 Jean Hamer 0419 034 500

MARKET TRACKER

LOT 11/74-76 AURORA PLACE, VALDORA $340,000 / Vacant Land Next Property Group, Bree Charles and John Skerlak

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast: 6/11 ARMOUR PLACE, BLI BLI $523,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Next Property Group, Dominic Fernandez

323 Palmwoods-Montville Rd, Palmwoods

9 BALOO STREET, BURNSIDE $330,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Carolans First National Real Estate, Kathy Mulheron

10 gwynore ct buderim lock up and go retiree alert! lifestyle if low maintenance, peace and privacy are your priorities then look no further than this fabulous home set in a quiet cul de sac: • spacious open plan living zones • kitchen features stone benches and a commercial grade gas cooker • rear courtyard alfresco dining area • air conditioned and solar hot water

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LOT 9/65 THOMPSON VALLEY ROAD, VALDORA $300,000 / Vacant Land Next Property Group, Bree Charles and John Skerlak

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peace and privacy 5 lichen court, buderim lifestyle situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac on a fenced 961sqm block, a tree change lifestyle of peace and privacy awaits in this character filled home. away from the hustle and bustle of modern living, yet only minutes from buderim village, the sunshine coast’s best beaches and great shopping at sunshine plaza.

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ILKLEY CHARM This u This unique niqu ni que e pr prop property oper erty ty will wil illl a appeal ppeall to thos th ose e who who seek seek a h ome om e fu full ll off those home character; where privacy, bird song and tranquillity are part of the everyday. On 18 acres of rainforest, this timber home provides peaceful living in a premier location. Dual living potential with separate granny flat or home office. Main residence has 4 bedrooms and study/guest room. Saltwater pool. Large barn.

253 IIKLEY ROAD, IIKLEY 5 bed, 3 bath, 5 car Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 12pm Define Property 5478 2477 Athena Law 0408 884 104

sunshine cove homes for sale

open 11.30 to 12.00 Saturday

3 Serenity Circuit, Sunshine Cove. A beautiful home.

5 Serenity Circuit, Sunshine Cove. A great entertainer.

• Large, upper level main bedroom features large walk in robe and private ensuite. Two more bedrooms upstairs each with fans and robes.

• Great sized main bedroom with large walk in robe, ensuite and balcony overlooking the park.

• Walk in pantry, stone bench tops, 600mm under bench oven and gas cook top with stainless steel dishwasher. Plenty of cupboard and bench space.

• Well designed kitchen with plenty of cupboard space and walk in pantry. Ceasarstone bench tops, 900mm stand alone, gas cook top and stainless steel dishwasher.

• Spacious open plan living area downstairs. Second lounge or media room upstairs. Large north facing alfresco area at rear designed for entertaining and year round living.

• Open plan living downstairs with timber floors throughout, plus second lounge upstairs.

• Split system air conditioning to both levels & fans for year round comfort.

• Split system air conditioning, and ceiling fans on both levels for year round comfort.

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you won’t believe how much living this award winning home offers!

Twice awarded Queensland’s best small lot design by the BDAQ, this spectacular home creates the perfect interior exterior living balance. Loads of natural light and airy ventilation throughout.

• Second level has master & ensuite plus two more bedrooms, each with built in robes. A fourth bedroom, or office is situated on the ground floor with separate guest bathroom.

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Perfect for the entertainer.

• Fully ducted, Samsung zoned air conditioning with dual control provides year round living comfort.

• Carefree, freehold ownership.

Come take a look at our Open House this Saturday, at 8 Undara Street, in the Savannah Precinct Sunshine Cove.

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35 BOOLAGI DRIVE, WURTULLA 3 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 11am Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Steve Turner 0412 679 488

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13 Lalwinya Street, BUDDINA Welcome to one of the best presented and ideal locations in beachside Buddina, and this home will tick the boxes for even the most astute buyer. Walk to the beach and enjoy local cafes and major shopping facilities at your leisure. These properties don’t last long so be quick!

• 5 genuine bedrooms + office

• In ground pool and BBQ area

• 3 stylish well-appointed bathrooms

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Alfresco outdoor entertaining

• Double car accommodation

• Sleek and modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances

• Purpose built office all on a child friendly 645m2 parcel of land

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N O I T C U Expansive Water Views in Wurtulla 35 Boolagi Dve, WURTULLA Your aspirations for waterfront living are staring you in the face with this large waterfront home containing many surprises.

• 3 bedroom and easily converted to 4 bedroom plus study • Multiply living areas both upstairs and downstairs • Very large enclosed outdoor area overlooking the pool • 3 car garage with a separate internal storage area plus 4th toilet • 805m2 block with very good side access plus solar

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WATERFRONT DREAMING - OCEAN ACCESS - 952m2 - SIDE ACCESS 59 Marawa Drive, PARREARRA Live the dream in this amazingly spacious waterfront Stylemaster home. Boasting expansive multiple living areas with cathedral ceilings and wonderful design use of abundant light.

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• 5 impressively large bedrooms / full working office. 4 bathrooms including 3 ensuites • Master suite with spa and huge walk-in-robe, balcony and superb water views

Price:

• Central gourmet kitchen with granite benchtops and top quality appliances

Inspect: Saturday 1-1:30pm

• Open plan multiple living areas flowing to the covered outdoor entertaining and pool area

Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076 Jacque Howcroft 0431 815 991

• Side access for caravan/boat and walking distance to Kawana Shoppingworld

Contact agent

FOR A FREE MARKET OR RENTAL APPRAISAL PHONE 0431 354 076

WATERFRONT LAND- N/E ASPECT - DIRECT OCEAN ACCESS 20 Sable Court, KAWANA ISLAND One of the last remaining waterfront lots available. Entertain by the water and enjoy the view and tranquillity a waterfront address has to offer.

• 450m2 block of land with direct ocean access • Walkways to cafés, restaurants and shopping • North-Easterly aspect that brings a cool ocean breeze • Plenty of space to build your dream home

Price: From mid $600,000 Inspect: Contact agent Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076 Jacque Howcroft 0431 815 991

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21 Barbuda Circuit, KAWANA ISLAND

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A stunning modern and stylish home, immaculately presented and maintained with quality fitting and fixtures.

• Generous master suite with ensuite, WIR and private balcony • Open plan living and kitchen areas overlooking the pool • 3 living areas, R/C air-cond, ceiling fans, plenty of storage • Outdoor entertaining area with low maintenance yard & pool

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Inspect: Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076 Jacque Howcroft 0431 815 991

Beautifully finished and well presented modern contemporary home located only metres from parks and the waterways.

• Spacious bedrooms - master with ensuite, walk-in wardrobe • Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Ideal north east facing courtyard with retractable awning • Low maintenance landscaped gardens with irrigation system

3 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Price:

From low $500,000

Inspect: Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076 Jacque Howcroft 0431 815 991

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• Iconic architect designed residence • Positioned on a large 937m2 block • Mesmerising water and mountain views • Fabulous entertaining areas • Deep sparkling inground pool • Central gourmet kitchen • Private, secure and remote access

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DESIGNER RETREAT IN A PICTURESQUE, TRANQUIL SETTING 18 The Promenade, Pelican Waters Perfectly positioned, backing directly onto a nature corridor, in quiet cul-de-sac position is this stunning contemporary residence. From presentation to floorplan and finishings, this home is faultless offering relaxed coastal living surrounded by style and luxury. Generously proportioned with fully ducted air conditioning and incorporating spacious living zones including a designer kitchen with Essastone benches and clever butler’s pantry. Large covered entertaining area includes built-in BBQ and overlooks sparking inground pool and tranquil bush backdrop. Huge side access ideal for large van or boat. Loaded with luxury inclusions. You will want for nothing! Inspection a must.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

• Private bush backdrop • Designer kitchen, butler’s pantry • Master with ensuite and walk-in-robe • Outdoor entertaining area - built-in BBQ • Side access for large boat/van • Air con/solar/Crimsafe/Vacuum maid • Motivated sellers - inspect now!

Price: Offers over $700,000 Inspect: By appointment Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320 Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184

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AUCTION AUCTION THIS SATURDAY AT MIDDAY - DRESS CIRCLE NORTHFACING WATER FRONT 6 Cayman Place, Kawana Island Presenting a rare opportunity to buy into the most exclusive and sought after street on Kawana Island. This stunning architect designed home offers absolutely everything, enhanced by northfacing views up the Parrearra Canal. This large home enjoys three separate living spaces, a superbly fitted out kitchen, a sparkling, inground lap pool and quality finishes throughout. It is truly a masterpiece to be lived in and enjoyed. Stroll the walkways surrounding the water’s edge and enjoy close proximity to beaches, shopping centres, schools and highway. The owner is relocating and is genuine about selling! Enjoy a free coffee and a chat with Karen at this Saturday’s open, before the auction.

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 3 Car

• Expansive northfacing waterfront views • Architect designed masterpiece • Large 774m2 block • Three separate living areas • Private inground lap pool • Triple garage with workshop • Close to Double Bay

Auction: On site, Saturday September 26th at 12pm Inspect: Saturday from 11.30am, auction at 12pm Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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AUCTION AN ABSOLUTE GEM WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS 2 Richmond Lane, Palmview The home has been architecturally designed and appointed with the best materials that are on offer to date. This was to be their last home so it had to have all the trimmings. This is truly a delight to walk through, there is so much natural light and views of the surrounding forest, which were all taken into account when cleverly designing the home. The estate alone, is an absolute beautiful peaceful haven but the home is definitely the icing.

4 Bed | 4 Bath | 6 Car

• Architecturally designed home • Large 2009m2 manicured block • Ensuite to all bedrooms • 20ft ceiling in kitchen/living • Study/family retreat • 5KVA 20 panel solar system • 8 minutes to Mooloolaba

Auction: On site, Saturday October 10th at 1pm Inspect: Saturday 1-1.30pm Dominic Fernandez 0424 767 121 Mel Fernandez 0437 461 990

THE MANOR – 50% SOLD – BEAUTIFUL, 9 LOT SMALL ACREAGE ESTATE Lots 4-8/65 Thomson Valley Road, Valdora You can now have your dream home! The Manor is a beautiful nine lot small acreage estate with something for everyone, including level and elevated blocks. 50% are already sold, but the remaining blocks are a comfortable 1.5 acres (6,001m2) through to 17,230m2. Set in a picturesque and quiet location, with refreshing breezes coming right off the coast (Coolum Beach is just 10 minutes away). Mount Ninderry is a stunning feature, sure to take your breath away. The bustle of Maroochydore or Noosa are both just a 20 minute drive away, and North Arm State School is just around the corner. What are you waiting for!

Vacant Land

• The Manor estate - 9 small acreage lots • 50% already sold • 6,001m2 to 17,230m2 availavle • Local designer and builder available for FREE house quotes • Close to schools, beach just 10min away • Titles issues, offers considered!

Price: From low $300,000’s Inspect: Saturday 9-10.30am John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Bree Charles 0416 435 391

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AUCTION SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME - WILL BE SOLD AT AUCTION! 9 St Martins Terrace, Buderim Situated in a tightly held and sought after Buderim street, St Martins Terrace is within walking distance to the best cafes, boutiques and resturants that Buderim has to offer. You can walk to pick up the paper each morning and grab a perfectly brewed coffee from Vandy’s Garage... kids can enjoy playing at the Lion’s park nearby with stunning views out towards Caloundra that are matched only by the views back at home from your master bedroom and main living areas. The main deck is perfectly positioned to take in the best of coastal and hinterland views all day long and you will adore the sense of privacy you feel from within your home. Will be sold on or before auction day!

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

• Spectacular coastal and hinterland views • Generous open plan living zones • Walk to the iconic Buderim Village • Potential to renovate or enjoy as is • Short drive to University, hospital, beach and best schools • Extremely motivated sellers!

Auction: On site, Saturday October 3rd at 11am Inspect: Saturday 1-1.30pm & Wednesday 5.15-5.45pm Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837 Linda Weaver 0477 774 741

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Nestled amongst beautiful gardens is this fully renovated cottage perfect for enjoying the blissful beachside lifestyle.

The retro inspired kitchen works effectively with the spacious living area, dining alcove, breakfast bar and study nook. A large timber deck is perfect for entertaining and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only a 10 minute walk to either Moffat or Dicky Beach.

Price: Offers over $600,000 Inspect: Please contact agent Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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This original style beach shack makes the perfect first home or investment property. Ideally located within walking distance to the beach, schools, shops and parks. Positioned in a small, quiet cul-de-sac, set well back from the street, with off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Open plan with loads of potential. Private gardens surround a huge outdoor entertaining area. Must be sold!

Auction: On site, Wednesday October 14th at 11am Inspect: Saturday 2-2.30pm Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320 Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184

YOUR NEXT HOME IS OPEN FOR INSPECTION BATTERY HILL Sat 11-11.30am - 2 Ikara Street Contact agent - Carol Carr

BEERWAH Sat 2-2.30pm - Lushland Estate - Roxton Court Please contact agent - Andrew Dyce

BUDDINA

CALOUNDRA WEST

PALMVIEW

CURRIMUNDI

PARREARRA

Sat 11-11.30am - 17 Huntley Place 2IIHUV RYHU $QGUHZ '\FH Sat 2-2.30pm - 5 Kuparra Court Auction Wed October 14th at 11am - Sally Mulhearn

FOREST GLEN

6DW DP 3DFLĂŞF %RXOHYDUG Submit all offers by 4pm October 19th - Karen Jones Sat 2.15-2.45pm - 28 Harbour Parade 2IIHUV RYHU PLOOLRQ .DUHQ -RQHV 6DW SP %DOHDUD 6WUHHW /LVWHG DW .DUHQ -RQHV :HG SP 3DFLĂŞF %RXOHYDUG Submit all offers by 4pm October 19th - Karen Jones

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BUDERIM

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

Sat 10-10.30am - 6 Onkara Street )RU VDOH DW 'HDQ 6WHZDUW 6DW DP 6\OYDQ 6WUHHW Contact agent - Anne Wallace Sat 11-11.30am - 5 Macona Court Auction Sat October 10th at 2pm - Jodie Hedley-Ward 6DW SP .HUHQMRQ $YHQXH %X\HUV IURP WKH KLJK Ă&#x161;V 9LFNL &RRSHU Sat 1-1.30pm - 9 St Martins Terrace Auction Sat October 3rd at 11am - Jodie Hedley-Ward :HG SP 6\OYDQ 6WUHHW Contact agent - Anne Wallace Wed 5.15-5.45pm - 9 St Martins Terrace Auction October 3rd at 11am - Jodie Hedley-Ward

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

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Sat 12-12.30pm - 91 Misty Rise Road 2IIHUV LQ WKH Ă&#x161;V 5LFKDUG 6FULYHQHU

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LANDSBOROUGH

LITTLE MOUNTAIN 6DW SP 7HQNDWH 'ULYH Contact agent - Carol Carr Sat 2-2.30pm - 7 Hillside Court Contact agent - Carol Carr

MAROOCHYDORE

Sat 1-1.30pm - 2 Richmond Lane Auction Sat October 10th at 1pm - Dominic Fernandez Sat 10-10.30am - 100/239 Kawana Way 2IIHUV RYHU -RGLH +HGOH\ :DUG Sat 11.30-12pm - 6 Cayman Place Auction Sat September 26th at 12pm - Karen Jones

PELICAN WATERS

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Sat 3-3.30pm - 1 Yamba Court 2IIHUV RYHU *OHQQLV 6FKLQGOHU

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Sat 11-11.30am - 82 Schubert Road 2IIHUV RYHU 5LFKDUG 6FULYHQHU 6DW SP 5LGJHYLHZ 3ODFH %X\HUV LQ WKH Ă&#x161;V $QQH :DOODFH

15 PACIFIC BOULEVARD, BUDDINA

18 THE PROMENADE, PELICAN WATERS

Saturday 10-10.45am & Wednesday 5-5.45pm Submit all offers by 4pm October 19th Karen Jones 0405 122 526

Inspect by appointment 2IIHUV RYHU Ă&#x161;V Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320

4 EUNGELLA WAY, BUDERIM

20 RIDGEVIEW PLACE, WOOMBYE

Inspect by appointment Auction Saturday October 24th at 11am Dean Stewart 0412 530 258

Saturday 1-1.45pm %X\HUV LQ WKH Ă&#x161;V Anne Wallace 0418 769 466

MOUNTAIN CREEK

Alan Riley 0422 723 719

Karen Jones 0405 122 526

Andrew Dyce 0410 504 764

Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184

Anne Wallace 0418 769 466

Kristin Hosking 0427 244 466

Bree Charles 0416 435 391

Kym Whiteman 0434 007 161

Brendan McGill 0409 879 111

Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687

Carol Carr 0435 807 324

Leanne King 0439 910 235

Craig Porter 0411 554 880

Linda Feltman 0412 805 362

Dana Paxton 0416 792 364

Linda Weaver 0477 774 741

Danyell Sparksman 0421 670 696

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

Dean Carey 0432 559 220

Melissa Fernandez 0437 461 990

Dean Stewart 0412 530 258

Richard Espray 0413 883 540

David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123

Rob Fulton 0468 581 225

Dominic Fernandez 0424 767 121

Robyne Williams 0488 999 536

Georgina Griggs 0401 868 006

Rod Whiteman 0434 219 118

Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Jill Goodwin 0406 328 053

Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320

Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837

Susan Oakenfull 0407 558 525

John Skerlak 0413 441 834

Vicki Cooper 0412 802 215

Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

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MOUNTAIN CREEK

AUCTION

106 KARAWATHA DRIVE

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

Will this be Mountain Creek’s Best Buy? From the moment you step inside this architecturally designed home you will appreciate that this truly is a one of a kind home. Soaring raked ceilings, multiple living zones, the extensive use of glass and the stunning outdoor area all add to the feeling that you are living in a tropical retreat, that you enjoy sharing with family and friends.

• 3 bedrooms plus study, main bedroom with ensuite and dressing room • Formal lounge, separate sitting and dining rooms • Double garage with workshop plus storage attic & toilet.

• 2nd & 3rd bedrooms upstairs with 3rd bathroom, toilet and storage room.

Very handy to local shops and restaurant, golf course, Mountain Creek schools, parks, lake & bike tracks.

Owners committed to selling, will consider offers prior to Auction.

AUCTION This Saturday at 1pm, On-Site INSPECT Friday 12.30pm-1pm and Saturday 12.30pm MOOLOOLABA 07 5444 0800 PAUL ANGELL 0438 468 378 & LISA ANGELL 0438 443 979 WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au Beerwah - 5494 6444

Maroochydore - 5479 6600

Nambour - 5441 1344

Caloundra - 5438 2166

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800

Sippy Downs - 5450 1515

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INDUSTRY NEWS

NEW AGENT

JENKINS SWITCHES

Shane Dawes joins the Property Today team.

Well known real estate agent joins Team Godwin.

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awes began his real estate career in September 1988 working for a company in the Melbourne bayside suburb of Frankston.

Within 12 months he was appointed to the role of sales manager, becoming at the age of 20, the youngest person to hold that particular role.

In May 1991, Dawes joined an office that was a member of the Professionals real estate organisation and after completing his full license in 1993 became an associate director. During this time, Dawes established a successful career and was named the number one salesperson in Victoria for the Professionals group two years in a row.

In March 1998, Dawes branched out on his own. He joined forces with a business partner and launched the firm Dawes & Milne First National.

During the course of this association the office won National awards for property management and remained a top 10 office for sales volume in Victoria.

During a two year period Dawes conducted training for the First National group Australia wide, served on the

national marketing committee, was vice chairman of the group in Victoria for five years and in 2005 was an alternate director on the board of directors for the First National network.

Recently, Dawes and his wife Tenille made the decision to relocate their family, which includes three children, to the Sunshine Coast. He says they chose the region because it felt like home.

Now, Dawes is working under the Property Today banner and is looking to sell residential property anywhere on the Coast, particularly concentrating on the Buderim area.

“I am looking forward to implementing all the ideas and experience I have had into the Sunshine Coast marketplace,’’ he says.

If you would like Shane Dawes to appraise your home phone 0411 302 925.

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ong-time Sunshine Coast resident and real estate agent Minka Jenkins has joined Team Godwin Real Estate in a sales and marketing consultancy role.

Jenkins is well known in the industry not only for her customer focused approach but for her love of the Sunshine Coast coastal strip she specialises in selling.

“I love the strip… that’s my Instagram account. I have 400 followers,’’ she tells My Weekly Preview.

“I sell from Coolum to Caloundra, all along the beach strip but predominantly in Kawana.

“I’ve been here for so long and people understand my passion for what I’m selling. (The Instagram account) isn’t much about the houses but the area through photographs.’’

Jenkins has lived in Kawana for 43 years and has worked in the property industry for nine years.

“There is nothing easier to sell than somewhere you love and you live.

“I’ve watched it evolve and I can see where we were 40 years ago and where

we are today.

Every place is a story.’’

Jenkins is excited about her move to Team Godwin and says between her experience and owner Luke Godwin, they have a combined 24 years of selling in the area.

“I’m very excited to be a part of Team Godwin,’’ she says.

“He has made a wonderful name for himself. We are here to work for the seller and help the buyer. I’m so excited.’’

Her property tips?

“Buddina to Wurtulla is extremely hot,’’ Jenkins says.

“I think because people have finally realised there is no more land. One side is river, one side is beach.

“The land value has gone up dramatically.’’

EXECUTIVE BUDERIM

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his modern 2 story home is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a private and peaceful setting. The executive residence has classic elegance and spaciousness and is suitable for a large and extended family. A home that epitomises the Queensland lifestyle. Five spacious bedrooms, master with ensuite, three more bathrooms. Open plan living with high ceilings. Timber floors, ducted vacuum and air-con. Dual living potential. Three car garage. Massive storage under the home. Workshop.

Minutes from beaches and Buderim Village. Surrounding bush land.

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8 DUBOIS CLOSE, BUDERIM 5 bed, 4 bath, 3 car $849,000 Realway Buderim 5445 2777 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

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AUCTION

Ilkley, 253 Ilkley Road

Welcome to ‘Rancho Relaxo’ This truly unique property will appeal to those who seek a home full of character and charm, where utter privacy, bird song and tranquillity is just part of the everyday. Nestled on 18 acres of exquisite natural rainforest, this timber home provides peaceful living in a premier location.

• Dual living potential with separate granny flat or home office • Main residence has 4 large bedrooms and mezzanine study or guest room • Enticing outdoor entertaining with in ground saltwater pool • Large American style barn triple bay shed with power

• Stylishly renovated with relaxed family living in mind • Small dam, chicken run, walking trails, even room for a pony • Edible garden full of fruit trees, and abundant wildlife • Prestigious area close to village amenities and excellent schools

OPEN HOME: This Saturday 11.30am - 12pm VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: On site, this Saturday at 12pm AGENT: Athena Law 0408 884 104

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Buderim, 9/106 Burnett Street ‘Poinciana on Buderim’

A Stylish Escape on Top of Buderim Contemporary, luxurious apartment tucked away from the hustle and bustle just metres to the centre of the village. For privacy, lifestyle and easy entertaining, this is unsurpassed. Your new village lifestyle starts here!

• 2 generous bedrooms; master with ensuite • Media room/study or option to convert to third bedroom • Ducted aircon, European kitchen and large private courtyard • Whisper quiet yet only 200 metres to shops, cafes & parks

AUCTION

Buderim, 5 Renmano Court

OPEN HOME: Saturday 26th Sept 2-2.30pm VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: Saturday 10th October at 2pm AGENT: Athena Law 0408 884 104

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Buderim, 10 Wian Street

All the Desirable Elements for a Family

This unique property could be the fulfillment of a dream

This 4 bedroom home was designed for families, the dual living areas provide space with the capacity to entertain friends.

• Generous main bedroom features walk in robe and ensuite • Very large backyard including saltwater in-ground swimming pool • Double garage with room at the front for a caravan or boat • Perfect family home situated in sought after quiet cul-de-sac • You won’t find a better opportunity or a better family home.

This lovely home in a sought after area of Buderim combines the nostalgia of original features with a facelift.

• Three bedrooms plus rumpus room • Two big sunrooms/studies plus living areas with polished floors • Three good size bedrooms two with built in robes • Downstairs is a huge rumpus/studio and bathroom • Single remote access lock up garage on 607m2 • Offering unlimited opportunity in sought after position

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PROPERTY

LIFESTYLE IN PALMWOODS

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ive the country lifestyle in this extremely private lowset home, currently set up for dual living on 4.38 hectares, just minutes from Palmwoods. Alfresco entertaining with delightful outlook. Suitable for cattle or horses with many extras. Includes 4 bay shed and workshop with 2 lockable bays.

Fully fenced acreage, fruit trees, chook run, bore. Absolutely must be sold on auction day or prior.

Long-term owners have extreme motivation to secure result.

323 PALMWOODSMONTVILLE ROAD, PALMWOODS 3 bed, 3 bath, 7 car Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 2.30pm RE/MAX Property Sales 54707000 Lee Sutherland 0499 993 311

RESORT LIVING

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eels like a tropical resort.

Enjoy the spaciousness provided by soaring ceilings and extensive use of glass. Multiple living zones that open onto the full length pool deck and Bali gazebo.

Ground floor main bedroom boasts an atrium style ensuite, and dressing room. Generous sized office (with external access).

Upstairs includes 2 bedrooms plus bathroom and attic storage. Double garage has workshop, mezzanine storage and a powder room for pool area. Close to shops. Inside the Mountain Creek school zone, and handy to Mooloolaba Beach.

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106 KARAWATHA DRIVE, MOUNTAIN CREEK 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Auction on site Saturday September 26 @ 1pm First National Mooloolaba 5444 0800 Paul Angell 0438 468 378 Lisa Angell 0438 443 979

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KINGS BEACH 17/40 Verney Street

MUST SELL - PURCHASED ELSEWHERE Fantastic views over the ocean where the whales are visible while your dining or entertaining your friends. From the lounge you view the sunsets over the Glasshouse Mountains and all the activity over the Pumicestone Passage with 270 degree views in total and situated on the ninth floor ensuring the views are everlasting.

• 270 degree views from living area • Spacious living areas, modern kitchen • Walking distance to Caloundra CBD • Three bedrooms, master with ensuite • Secure complex with intercom system

• Access by lift and private foyer • Entertain by the water gardens • Enjoy a cool dip in the pool • Vendor meets the market

View panaramic video at realway.com.au/caloudra 3 BED | 2 BATH | 1 CAR Inspect: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 1:00 - 1:45pm Price: Your chance to declare Market Value Web: Ref No. 119672511 Graeme Palmer 0414 544 478

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GLENVIEW 11 Whipbird Place

HOMESTEAD LIFESTYLE The private, spacious quality brick home is set on 3,500m2 of flat land in a precinct of quality homes in a quiet cul-de-sac in Glenview and has all home comforts, convenience and style.

• North facing spacious open plan living with high ceilings and ducted air-conditioning throughout • Formal and informal living areas and fireplace • Extra large master bedroom with w.i.r and ensuite • 2 further extra large bedrooms, both with built-ins + office • Resort style entertainment area overlooking extra large, tropical salt water pool and spa • 9 car shed + huge carport, ideal for boat or caravan, and 6m x 3m shed

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REDUCED BY 1000’S VIEWS, VALUE, PRESENTATION

This immaculate Queenslander is deserving of a quick sale.

The price has been slashed the owners need to move on.

Potential value to add. $649,000 Offers over $550,000

3 BED | 2 BATH | 8 CAR

3 BED | 2 BATH | 3 CAR

Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:45pm Price: $985,000 Web: Ref No. 120556813 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

Inspect: Saturday 10:00 - 10:45am Price: Offers over $550,000 Web: Ref No. 118617811 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

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BUDERIM 82 William Street

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This extremely private low set home, currently set up for dual living on a beautiful 4.38 hectares suitable for cattle or horses, with many extras, absolutely must be sold on auction day or prior, long-term owners have extreme motivation to secure result.

• Wonderful lifestyle acreage suitable for horses • 4.38 ha, private and just minutes to Palmwoods • 4 bay shed and workshop with 2 lockable bays • 2 dams, paddocks, loading ramp, water for animals • Fully fenced acreage, fruit trees, chook run, bore • Fabulous semi-rural living with versatile home • Alfresco entertaining with delightful outlook

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Lee Sutherland 0499 99 33 11 For more details visit www.leesutherland.com

Property Sales

NAMBOUR, 37-39 Aspland Street

Stylish, Modern & Spacious

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The choice is yours; these stunning, brand new townhouses are perfectly positioned in the heart of Nambour within walking distance to the CBD, Aldi, TAFE, schools, cafe’s, buses and train station.

Inspect: Saturday 11am - 12pm or by appointment Price: Priced From $315,000

Richard Krausz 0422 997 810

• Quality built spacious homes providing a low maintenance lifestyle • An abundance of natural light; designed to maximise ease of living • Spacious open plan living with a seamless flow to the courtyard • Caesar stone kitchen with island bench, gas cooking and dishwasher • Additional living area/study upstairs; reverse cycle air conditioning • Perfect for first home buyers, families or astute investors

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For more details visit www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:13459295

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Proudly marketed by Steve Perry 0418 711 955 DULONG, 267 Dulong Road

YANDINA/KULANGOOR, 74 Mt Combe Road 3

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Lot 10 Approved! Three Lot Acreage Subdivision Now selling, get in quick and take your pick!

All lots are gently sloping with fertile soil elevated to catch the summer breezes and are surrounded by large rural hobby farms.

• Lot 9 - 7020m2 - $349,000 • Lot 10 - 6960m2 (with dam) - $359,000 • Lot 11 - 8460m2 (with sheds)- $379,000

Lot 11

Looking For A Tree Change?

Price: Land from $349,000 Inspect: Inspect anytime, brochures on site www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:13645505 Steve Perry “Lifestyle Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955 RE/MAX Property Sales

VALDORA, 42 Chants Road

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Elevated home neat as a pin located in a quiet cul-de-sac in a natural bush setting.

• Low maintenance 5505m2 bush block • 3 kilometres to Yandina Village • 10,000 gallons of rainwater storage • North east facing veranda • Three built ins with a study • Master with ensuite and double shower

Modern Pavilion Style Home

Set amongst the natural bushland, overlooking a beautiful seasonal creek.

Elevated with a spectacular outlook this home boasts views from every room.

• A lifestyle of peace and serenity • Absolute privacy, 1.1 hectares • Very different, open plan family home • 13.5m x 7.5m powered shed • 30+ yr stone cottage with hardwood frame • Cleared level area for kids to play

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Caloundra 5438 5222

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Inspect: Saturday 10.00 - 10.45am www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:13800275 Steve Perry “Lifestyle Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955 RE/MAX Property Sales

NINDERRY, 33 Old Coach Way

Architect Designed To Blend Into Natural Surroundings Price: $649,000

Price: Reduced to $438,000

• Perched amongst the bushland canopy • Still room for a shed & car parking • Designed for both indoor & outdoor living • High ceilings & hardwood Brushbox floors • House plans online (with 2 options for additional pod)

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PROPERTY

MINYAMA MAGIC

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orld class waterfront lifestyle awaits.

Positioned on a 1000-square metre block with 23m frontage to the Mooloolah River.

Abundance of living zones with a seamless flow from the sophisticated indoors to the expansive outdoors. Entertain and relax around the wet edge pool with spa area or on the over-water deck.

Stunning kitchen, designated games room adjoins the internal living and has built-in wet bar, home theatre room opens to the outdoors. As new, residence is ready for you to move in.

100 MOOLOOLAH DRIVE, MINYAMA 5 bed, 3 bath, 6 car Contact agent Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

BUDERIM FAMILY HOME

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eace, privacy and low maintenance. Located in quiet Buderim cul-de-sac.

Spacious open plan living area includes a large kitchen with stone bench tops, pantry and commercial grade gas cooker with a canopy range-hood. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sliding door access to the paved courtyard for alfresco dining. Outdoor entertaining can also be enjoyed on the front verandah overlooking the neat lawn and garden. Drapes adorn the bedroom windows.

Bathrooms are very neat. Fully air conditioned and solar hot water.

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10 GWYNORE COURT BUDERIM 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Auction on site Saturday October 3 @ 11am Belle Property 5456 0263 Jan Withers 0403 737 790

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PROPERTY

CLASSIFIEDS RENTALS

HOUSES FOR SALE Real Estate

1 1 3 BUDDINA $350PW This well presented three bedroom top floor unit catches ocean breezes. Open plan living, three bedrooms with robes, two way bathroom, no pets. Available 1 Oct. 2 2 2 BIRTINYA $395PW Brand new unit, close to the new hospital precinct. 2 bedroom, open plan living, air conditioned in all bedrooms and living rooms, in-built study desk, fully fenced yard. Available 12 Oct. 1 1 3 BUDDINA $420PW Neat and tidy, handy to school, shopping transport and beach. Ceiling fans, modern kitchen, covered pergola.

Lovely big fully fenced yard. Outside pet considered, Available 30 Sept.

1 2 2 BIRTINYA $445PW Two large bedrooms with an ensuite to the main, walk in robe and water views from the spacious patio. The complex consists of secure access, 20m lap pool, heated spa, BBQ area, gym and sauna. Available 29 Sept.

WURTULLA BEACH LIVING Take a lleisurely Take eisu ei sure rely ly sstroll trol tr olll to C Currimundi urri ur rimu mund ndii La Lake ke o orr Wu Wur Wurtulla rtulla a B eac ach h - wi with th n o ro oad adss to ccross. ross ro ss So g rab ra b th the e th thon ongs gs and Beach no roads grab thongs towel and head down to the beach from the convenience of your own back yard. Better still, wheel the kayak along the pathway down to the lake for a paddle. A genuine beachside retreat which provides you with a relaxing lifestyle. Wide side access for caravan, boat or trailer. Parks, schools, university and shops are all close by.

13 BAREKI STREET, WURTULLA 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $595,000 Realway Caloundra 5436 0700 James Reynolds 0413 413 720

1 1 4 MAROOCHYDORE $470PW This home is set on the second level and is ideally located in the heart of Maroochydore. Ideal for someone who works from home as there is an office space separate from the home. No pets, Available now.

2 2 4 CURRIMUNDI $485PW Modern family home with 2 separate living areas. Ceiling fans and dishwasher. Covered patio and double garage with automatic opener. No pets. Available 29 Sept.

2 2 4 KULUIN $490PW This is a brand new quality 4 bedroom home that has a lot of separate storage cupboards throughout. The lovely fully fenced yard has a landscaped front courtyard and a pergola with ceiling fan, perfect for summer.

Available now.

2 2 3 BIRTINYA $495PW Brand new unit, close to new hospital precinct, public transport and local shopping centres. 3 bedrooms, ensuite, air conditioned in all bedrooms and living rooms.

Available 12 Oct. 2 2 4 KAWANA ISLAND $520PW Good size fully fenced family home, 4 bedroom all with built in robes and walk in robe in main bedroom. Open plan living, double lock up garage, fans throughout, dishwasher and undercover entertaining. Available 9 Nov.

2/18 Blackall St, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS & BEST BUYS WOOMBYE: 40 Plantation Rise Dr Sat12-12.40 Highset 4brm home with 2bath, open plan living and fantastic outdoor under roof veranda. 5mins to Woombye Township. 2 car garage + undercover carport for van or trailer.

This home will offer a comfortable family $ 595,000 lifestyle.

WOOMBYE: 10 Palmway Cl

Sat 1-1.40

NEW LISTING! Immaculate 3 bedroom home, ensuite, family room, modern kitchen.

Covered deck and verandah. Landscaped grounds. Quiet street. 2 car accomodation. $445,000 This home will impress!

HUNCHY: 196 Hunchy Rd

Sat 10-10.40

Private lifestyle amongst the hinterland.

Elegant architect designed on lush 10 acres.

Alfresco entertaining terrace + north facing patio and heated in ground pool. Showcasing picturesque valley views. ½ sized tennis court, 5 car accommodation + workshop. Bush walking tracks lead to delightful creek and rock pools. Solid hardwood frame, quality workmanship.

AUCTION on SITE - Saturday 17th October

PALMWOODS: Central Location Solid lowest 3 bedroom home in a quiet street with easy access to all of Palmwoods shops, cafes and transport. There is a single lockup garage + separate shed providing additional car accom, workshop or storage space

$410,000 PALMWOODS: Quiet, pretty 3/4 acre, 4brms brick home fully refubished, new kitchen and bathroom.

Seperate 1 bed cabin with bathroom. In ground pool, plus work from home options.

PRICED MID-HIGHER $500,000’s PALMWOODS: 4.95 Acres In Town!

Unique & intriguing private acreage property only 300-400mtrs from the town centre of Palmwoods. 4 bdrms, 2 bath, 5 car, 2 living areas, veranda on all sides. Well constructed & maintained home. Near new 3 bay powered $639,000 shed on slab.

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

2 2 3 BOKARINA $550PW Fully renovated internally, close to Bokarina beach courts, short walk to kilometres of pristine beaches. Outdoor entertaining, spacious, aircon, in ground pool with external shower. Fully fenced, side access. Available now.

2 2 4 BIRTINYA $630PW This double storey, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home comes complete with large media room, and huge family room. Second lounge or office upstairs, outside pets considered. Available 16 Oct. 2 2 4 MINYAMA $900PW Waterfront, modern family home overlooks a exclusive water view with Jetty, pontoon & dry lift for tinnie.

Master retreat upstairs, ducted air, solar hot water. 20m deep water access & pool. Available now.

PH: 5437 8806

www.platinumproperties.net.au platinum@platinumproperties.net.au

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TV GUIDE

ABC (CH2)

SEVEN (CH6)

WIN (CH8)

TEN (CH52)

SBS (CH3)

FRIDAY

6pm Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30. Current affairs program.

8.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) A nun at a troubled priory is murdered.

9.30 Line Of Duty. (MA15+) Part 5 of 5.

10.30 Lateline.

11.00 The Business.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 MOVIE The Dilemma. (2011) (M) Vince Vaughn, Kevin James, Winona Ryder. A man uncovers a shocking secret.

11.00 To Be Advised.

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. First preliminary final. Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters. From Allianz Stadium, Sydney.

10.00 MOVIE Live And Let Die. (1973) (PG) Roger Moore, Yaphet Kotto, Jane Seymour.

6pm Family Feud. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 The Living Room. (PG) Hugh Jackman pays Amanda a visit.

8.30 To Be Advised.

11.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M)

6pm Classic Floyd: Floyd Around The Med. (PG) 6.30 World News.

7.30 The Classic Car Show. Quentin heads to the French Riviera.

8.30 Sinatra: All Or Nothing At All. (M) Part 1 of 2.

10.35 World News.

SATURDAY

6.30pm Gardening Australia.

7.00 News.

7.30 New Tricks. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Burton And Taylor.

(2013) (M) Dominic West, Helena Bonham Carter, Greg Hicks. Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor reunite.

9.55 Old School. (M)

6pm News.

7.00 MOVIE Gnomeo & Juliet.

(2011) (G) James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Maggie Smith.

8.40 MOVIE Real Steel. (2011) (M) Hugh Jackman, Dakota Goyo, Evangeline Lilly. A former boxer trains a robot fighter.

6pm News.

6.30 Sunsuper Riverfire.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Second preliminary final. Melbourne Storm v North Queensland Cowboys. From AAMI Park, Melbourne.

10.00 MOVIE The Call. (2013) (AV15+) Halle Berry, Evie Thompson, Abigail Breslin.

6pm Bondi Vet. (PG) 7.00 MOVIE Rio. (2011) Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, George Lopez.

8.55 MOVIE Star Trek. (2009) (M) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Eric Bana. The Enterprise embarks on a rescue mission.

11.30 Scorpion. (PG)

6.30pm World News.

7.30 Britain’s Secret Treasure Islands: Fragments Of Paradise.

Part 4 of 4.

8.30 MOVIE The Constant Gardener. (2005) (M) Ralph Fiennes, Rachel Weisz, Danny Huston. A diplomat investigates his wife’s murder.

SUNDAY

6pm Would I Lie To You? 6.30 Compass.

7.00 News.

7.40 Doctor Who. (PG) The Doctor finds himself trapped.

8.30 Vera. (PG) The son of a prominent family is murdered.

10.00 Silent Witness. (M) 11.00 Silk. (M)

6pm News.

7.00 The X Factor Live. (PG) Hosted

by Luke Jacobz.

9.30 MOVIE Pitch Perfect. (2012) (M) Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson. A university freshman is coaxed into joining an all-girls acapella group.

11.50 The Goldbergs. (PG)

6pm News.

7.00 The Block. (PG) 8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.40 The Boy With The World’s Biggest Hands.

10.40 World’s Worst Holiday Horrors. (PG) 11.40 Person Of Interest. (M)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 Scorpion. (PG) 7.30 TBL Families. Hosted by Fiona Falkiner.

8.30 MOVIE Star Trek Into Darkness. (2013) (M) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldana. The Enterprise deals with a terrorist.

11.05 MOVIE Chronicle. (2012) (M)

6.30pm World News.

7.35 Ultimate Tutankhamun. (PG) Part 1 of 2.

8.35 Sinatra: All Or Nothing At All. (M) Part 2 of 2. Takes a look at the life, music and career of the legendary entertainer, Frank Sinatra.

10.55 Mr Dynamite: The Rise Of James Brown. (PG)

MONDAY

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) Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Q&A.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 World’s Most Extreme Airports. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Now You See Me. (2013) (M) Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Isla Fisher. An FBI squad pursues a group of illusionists.

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 House Husbands. (PG) 9.40 MOVIE The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert.

(1994) (M) Guy Pearce, Hugo Weaving, Terence Stamp.

11.50 Extra.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 TBL Families.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

9.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M) The team investigates an explosion.

11.30 The Project.

6pm Nigella Express.

6.30 News.

7.30 Cats Uncovered. (PG) 8.30 The Wonder Of Dogs: A Dog For Every Job. Part 2 of 3.

9.30 Hunters Of The South Seas: The Whale Hunters Of Lamalera. (M) 10.30 News.

TUESDAY

6pm Antiques.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Catalyst. (PG) 8.30 Restoration Australia: Emmaville. (PG) Presented by Sibella Court.

9.30 Deception By Design. (PG) 10.30 Lateline.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The X Factor Live. (PG) 8.45 800 Words. (PG) Questions are raised over Laura’s death.

9.45 MOVIE Mr Deeds. (2002) (M) Adam Sandler, Winona Ryder, Peter Gallagher.

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 David Attenborough’s Life Story. (PG) 9.50 Footy Classified: NRL Finals. (M) 10.50 CSI. (M) 11.45 Extra.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 TBL Families. Hosted by Fiona Falkiner.

8.30 NCIS. (M) McGee investigates the death of a thief.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) Callen is taken hostage.

11.30 The Project.

6pm Nigella Express.

6.30 News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 8.30 Insight. Presented by Jenny Brockie.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 News.

WEDNESDAY

6pm Antiques.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 How Not To Behave. (PG) 8.30 Gruen. (M) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.05 Utopia.

9.35 Would I Lie To You? 10.05 It’s A Date. (M)

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Caught On Dashcam. (PG) Countdown of crashes caught on dashcam.

8.30 Heroes Reborn. (M) People with “powers” are forced into hiding.

10.30 Aquarius. (M)

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 The Block. (PG) Hosted by Scott Cam. 8.40 Celebrity Apprentice. (PG) A group of challengers battle it out.

10.00 Global Citizen Festival: The Launch Of The Global Goals.

11.20 The Mysteries Of Laura. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelorette Australia.

8.30 MOVIE The Heat. (2013) (M) Sandra Bullock, Melissa McCarthy, Marlon Wayans. An FBI agent and a cop bring down a drug lord.

10.50 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 11.50 The Project.

6pm Nigella Express.

6.30 World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG) Presented by Michael Portillo.

8.30 24 Hours In Police Custody: The Morning After. A private carer is accused of assault.

10.20 World News.

THURSDAY

YOUR PRIME TIME TV GUIDE

6pm Antiques.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 The Chaser’s Media Circus. (PG) 8.35 The Real Mary Poppins.

(PG) Takes a look at author Pamela Travers.

9.35 The Honourable Woman. (M) 10.35 Lateline.

6pm Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE About Time. (2013) (M) Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy. A man timetravels to find love.

6pm News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 Kings Cross ER. (PG) A woman falls five storeys.

8.00 RBT. (PG) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 The NRL Footy Show. (M) From Sydney Entertainment Centre.

10.45 The AFL Footy Show. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelorette Australia.

8.30 Gogglebox. Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows.

9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.30 Blue Bloods. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6pm Nigella Express.

6.30 World News.

7.30 Luke Nguyen’s France.

8.30 Ainsley Harriott’s Street Food.

Ainsley heads to Madrid in Spain.

9.30 Masters Of Sex. (M) Logan and Johnson head to Las Vegas.

10.30 World News.

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DIGITAL CHOICE ABC2 (CH22)

7TWO (CH62)

7MATE (CH63) GO! (CH88)

GEM (CH80)

ONE (CH50)

11 (CH55)

FRIDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Total Wipeout. 8.30 Catfish: The TV Show. 9.20 Outsiders With Darren McMullen. 10.10 Second Chance. 10.30 Jimmy Fallon. 11.00 Celebrity Rehab With Dr Drew.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Best House On The Street.

(PG) 11.30 Best Houses Australia.

6pm Swamp People.

(PG) 7.00 SCU: Serious Crash Unit. (PG) 7.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 MOVIE Centurion.

(2010) (AV15+) Michael Fassbender, Andreas Wisniewski, Dominic West.

6pm MOVIE Spy Kids 4: All The Time In The World. (2011) (PG) 7.50 MOVIE Megamind.

(2010) (PG) Will Ferrell, Jonah Hill, Brad Pitt.

9.50 MOVIE Just Friends. (2005) (M) Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, Anna Faris.

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

8.00 Kings Cross ER. (M) 8.30 MOVIE The Green Berets. (1968) (PG) John Wayne, Jim Hutton, David Janssen.

11.30 MOVIE Cross Of Iron. (1977) (AV15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Moments Of Impact. (PG) 8.30 Cops. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Double Team.

(1997) (M) 11.30 Bellator MMA.

6pm Family Feud.

6.25 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. (PG) 7.30 New Girl. (PGC) 8.30 Dating Naked. (M) 9.30 MOVIE Patch Adams. (1998) (M) Robin Williams, Daniel London, Monica Potter.

11.50 Movie Juice.

SATURDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 The Hoarder Next Door.

8.20 The Home Show.

9.10 Live At The Apollo. 9.55 The IT Crowd. 10.20 Sexy Beasts. 10.50 Archer.

11.15 Celebrity Rehab With Dr Drew.

6pm Motorway Patrol.

(PG) 7.00 MOVIE While You Were Sleeping. (1995) (PG) 9.00 MOVIE The Net. (1995) (M) Sandra Bullock, Jeremy Northam, Dennis Miller. 11.00 Body Of Proof. (M)

6pm Bid America! (PG) 6.30 AFL Pre-Game Finals Show. 7.00 Football. AFL. Finals Series. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.00 MOVIE Lock Up. (1989) (M) Sylvester Stallone, Donald Sutherland, Tom Sizemore.

6pm MOVIE Happily N’Ever After. (2006) 7.50 MOVIE Valiant.

(2005) Ewan McGregor, Ricky Gervais, Tim Curry. 9.30 MOVIE The Italian Job. (2003) (M) Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron, Edward Norton.

7pm MOVIE Miss Congeniality 2: Armed And Fabulous. (2005) (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Going The Distance.

(2010) (MA15+) Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day. 11.35 MOVIE Triangle.

(2009) (AV15+)

6.30pm To Be Advised. 7.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 8.30 CSI: Cyber. (M) 9.30 Graceland. (M) 10.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) 11.30 Movie Juice. (PG)

7pm Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show.

(M) 9.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 10.30 James Corden. (PG) 11.30 The Loop. (PG)

SUNDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Wild Things With Dominic Monaghan. 8.15 Children’s Programs.

8.30 Six Million Dollar Conman. 9.45 Outsiders With Darren McMullen.

7.30pm Escape To The Country. 9.30 Escape To The Continent.

10.30 Best Houses Australia. 11.00 Command Center. (PG)

7pm MOVIE Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World’s End. (2007) (PG) Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley. 10.30 MOVIE Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels. (1998) (AV15+)

6pm Thunderbirds Are Go. (PG) 6.30 MOVIE Rise Of The Guardians.

(2012) (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Batman Returns. (1992) (M) Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer. 11.00 Car SOS. (PG)

6.30pm MOVIE National Lampoon’s European Vacation.

(1985) (PG) 8.30 Rugby Union. World Cup. Australia v Uruguay.

11.00 MOVIE Convoy.

(1978) (M)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 Cops.

(PG) 8.30 Bondi Ink Tattoo. (M) 9.30 Motorcycle Racing.

MotoGP. Race 14.

Aragón Grand Prix.

11.00 World Sport.

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 The Simpsons. 7.00 Futurama. 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Flashdance.

(1983) (M) 10.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

MONDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 Total Wipeout. (PG) 8.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 9.20 Peaky Blinders.

(MA15+) 10.20 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. (M) 11.00 Six Million Dollar Conman. (PG)

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Cities Of The Underworld.

(PG) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) 10.10 Wire In The Blood. (AV15+)

6pm Seinfeld. (PG) 6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 AFL Brownlow Red Carpet Arrival.

(PG) 8.15 AFL Brownlow Medal.

11.15 Talking Footy.

(PG) 12.15am SportsFan Clubhouse.

(PG)

6pm Regular Show.

6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 Mike & Molly. 7.30 Big Bang. 8.00 Auction Hunters. 8.30 Top Gear: The Perfect Road Trip II. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE RoboCop 3.

(1993) (M) 11.50 Anger Management.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 ACA. 8.00 RPA. (PG) 9.00 Kings Cross ER. (M) 9.30 Embarrassing Bodies.

(M) 10.30 Amazing Medical Stories: Boys Joined At The Head.

(PG) 11.30 Absolutely Fabulous. (PG)

6pm Family Feud.

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

(PG) 9.30 Motor Racing. Formula 1.

Race 14. Japanese Grand Prix. H’lights.

10.30 MOVIE Money Train. (1995) (MA15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.25 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons.

(PG) 9.00 The Simpsons. 9.30 Scream Queens. 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

ESTUARY: Flathead are taking live whiting and trolled lures from Cotton Tree to Twin Waters and Bli Bli. You can get mud crabs around the Bli Bli islands. There are reports of whiting on yabbies and worms at Picnic Point and at the mouths of Eudlo and Petrie Creeks. You’ll find trevally and estuary cod at the motorway bridge.

TUESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Total Wipeout. 8.30 Good Game. 9.00 The Chaser’s Media Circus.

9.40 Inside Solitary Confinement. 10.35 Archer. 10.55 Jimmy Fallon.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 The Indian Doctor. (PG) 8.30 Foyle’s War. (M) 10.30 Downton Abbey. (M) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm Seinfeld. 6.30 MythBusters. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol.

(PG) 8.30 To Be Advised. 10.45 Bomb Hunters. 11.45 Stupid Suspects.

6pm Regular Show.

6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 Mike & Molly. 7.30 Auction Hunters. (PG) 8.30 Storage Hunters.

(PG) 9.30 Ghost Town Gold. (PG) 10.30 South Beach Tow. 11.30 Cops Uncut.

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

8.00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) 9.10 Midsomer Murders.

(M) 11.20 Days That Shook The World. (PG)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Lands Of The Monsoon. (PG) 8.30 Nature’s Misfits. (PG) 9.30 48 Hours. (M) 10.30 The Killing.

(MA15+) 11.40 Operation Repo. (PG)

6pm Family Feud.

6.25 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.30 Bondi Ink Tattoo.

9.30 Empire. 10.30 Tattoos After Dark. (M) 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

SURF: Teewah to Double Island Point are returning tailor at dusk using pillies. There are dart and whiting in the low tide gutters with pippies and beach worms the best baits. Flathead are moving along North Shore and into the Maroochy Bar. Snorkelers have reported hundreds of flathead laying in wait to enter the river systems to breed.

Pincushion is still retuning bream, tailor and tarpon if fly fishing interests you.

WEDNESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 Total Wipeout. 8.30 The Men Who Made Us Spend. 9.20 The 12 Year Old Shopaholic.

(PG) 10.10 Jimmy Fallon. (M) 10.50 The Call Centre. (M) 11.50 Why Poverty?

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme.

(PG) 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M) 11.30 I Shouldn’t Be Alive. (M)

6pm Seinfeld. (PG) 6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 Beverly Hills Pawn. (PG) 8.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) 9.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 11.00 Rude Tube. (M) 12am Stupid Suspects.

(PG)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 Mike & Molly. (PG) 7.30 Troy.

(PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Tattoo Fixers. 10.30 Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+) 11.30 2 Broke Girls.

(M)

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

8.00 New Tricks. (PG) 9.10 Major Crimes. (M) 10.10 Rizzoli & Isles.

(AV15+) 11.10 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

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

8.30 Cops. (PG) 9.30 Hell’s Kitchen. (MA15+) 10.30 Bikie Wars: Brothers In Arms. (M) 11.30 Operation Repo. (PG)

6pm Family Feud.

6.25 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.00 Cleveland. (M) 9.30 Scream Queens.

10.30 Bob’s Burgers.

11.00 Duckman.

OFFSHORE: Trag jew, snapper and pearl perch are in the deeper water on the edge of the Barwon Banks with squid and whole pillies the best bait.

Caloundra Six Mile has tusk fish, sweetlip and squire on squid and cut baits. Squid jigs are picking up squid at Old Woman Island and Currimundi in the early mornings.

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4-DAY FORECAST

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Winter Wipeout. 8.30 Gruen.

(M) 9.05 The IT Crowd.

(M) 9.35 Utopia. 10.00 Sexy Beasts. 10.30 Jimmy Fallon. 11.15 Good Game. 11.45 Live At The Apollo.

6.30pm Local News.

7.00 News. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) 8.30 Judge John Deed. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm Seinfeld. 6.30 MythBusters. 7.30 What Went Down. (PG) 8.30 Ink Master. (M) 9.30 Tattoo Nightmares. (M) 10.30 America’s Hardest Prisons. 11.45 Operation Repo.

6pm Regular Show.

6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 Mike & Molly. 7.30 Big Bang. (PG) 8.30 Survivor: Cambodia.

(PG) 9.30 MOVIE Into The Blue. (2005) (M) 11.50 Anger Management.

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

8.00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) 9.10 New Tricks. (PG) 10.20 To Be Advised.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 Last Man Standing.

(PG) 8.30 The Millers.

(PG) 9.00 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Supershow. (M) 11.15 Blokesworld.

11.45 The League.

6pm Family Feud.

6.25 Neighbours. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. 9.00 MOVIE Stand By Me. (1986) (M)

FRESHWATER: Somerset Dam has plenty of bass on medium divers and shrimp with golden perch working the deeper old river bed at Neils Rock and opposite the Spit. Borumba Dam has bass and saratoga with both lures and flies working. The upper reaches of Coolum Creek has bass splashing insects, so surface lures are needed there.

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Sunday 27/09/15

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Fine Monday 28/09/15

12°C MIN

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SURF REPORT

with MWP’s man in the water

Rail to rail power surfing rewarded against the tricky airs. Yep, Fanning takes the world rankings lead as things head to Europe.

Now as for us mere mortals there will be some waves and yep there will be wind.

I hit Carties at 5am recently thinking I would grab a few sweet ones before the crowd arrives.

Clearly four other surfers beat me in the water what does a man have to do?

FISHING REPORT with Wayne Nilsson from Maroochydore Fishing World

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TAURUS [Apr 21-May 21] Attached bulls – this week, romance and adventure are an intoxicating mix. Don’t look for love in the same old places – make sure you cast your net wide. With Mercury reversing through your wellbeing zone, it’s time to revise your dietary habits and fitness levels.

GEMINI [May 22-Jun 21] When it comes to a child or friend, make sure you have all the information before you make a decision. Geminis love to be completely up-to-date with the latest fashion trends but, if you chop and change too much, you’ll never achieve your own signature look.

CANCER [Jun 22-Jul 23] Casa Cancer is the place to be but, with Mercury reversing through your domestic zone, there’s a backlog of chores to do around the home. Expect complications with a family member, as you exchange complex information.

LEO [Jul 24-Aug 23] Communication and conversation are the buzz words as you share opinions, learn a new skill or pass on information. But expect some mix-ups. With Mercury still in retrograde mode, the challenge is to stop talking long enough to listen to others.

VIRGO [Aug 24-Sep 23] In the run-up to Mercury turning direct, it may feel as if things are getting on top of you. The trick is to delegate. No one (not even a Virgo) is indispensable.

When dealing with other people, have your wits about you. They will say one thing – but may mean another.

LIBRA [Sep 24-Oct 23] With Mercury still retrograding through your sign (until October 9) the universe is urging you to be more patient. Close relationships are in a state of flux so the more adaptable you are, the better. Pace yourself and don’t get caught up in other people’s agendas.

SCORPIO [Oct 24-Nov 22] Are you confused about an issue? Sleep on it, and let a fresh perspective emerge. Be diligent with finances – there may be less in the kitty than you think. Saturn encourages you to become more financially literate, as you learn more about money matters.

SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23-Dec 21] Get ready to overdo everything, as Venus highlights your inner hedonist. You’re feeling optimistic about your abilities, but don’t take on more than you can happily handle. You’re frustrated by some people’s lack of speed and motivation, but it’s not the time to push buttons.

CAPRICORN [Dec 22-Jan 20] Are you portraying the public persona you think you are?

Or are others misinterpreting your true motives? With Mercury reversing through your public/reputation zone (until October 9) the image you’re conveying may be at odds with the real you.

AQUARIUS [Jan 21-Feb 19] You’re keen to dream big, take action and change the status quo. Avoid being too impulsive through, as it will upset those around you. You also feel like indulging in sport, travel or adventure, but double-check all the details, otherwise there’ll be mix-ups and delays.

PISCES [Feb 20-Mar 20] Fish are in for an unsettling week, as retro Mercury and nebulous Neptune confuse communication and muddle emotional issues. Keep your ideas – and expectations – grounded in reality. With the right attitude and patience, you’ll sail through turbulence.

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ARIES [Mar 21-Apr 20] Are you being insensitive? With the sun and retrograde Mercury linking up in your relationship zone, concentrate on the needs of loved ones … for a change!

Slow down and take the time to walk a mile in their shoes. Then you’ll have some insight into what they’re going through.

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Conquer (8) Fish, source of caviar (8) Candid (4) Beyond endurance (12) Affectedly proper (4) Make to fit exactly (6) Bargain over price (6) p.m. (4,8) Female fox (5) A characteristic (5) Vital means of access (8) Provided that (2,4,2) City associated with waltz (6) Agatha Christie’s detective (6) Soft, fine feathers (4) Win in competition (4)

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Pin it onto yourself Many levels: a -storey carpark To elbow somebody out of the way Lots of bright shiny clothes, jewellery A funny bouncy noise A super dance party Go and change the baby!

Book: We’re – on a Bear Hunt

LEVEL: EASY

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION SOLUTION LAST WEEK’S

JUNIOR X-WORD: Badge, multi, nudge, bling, boing, disco, nappy, going (BING BONG)

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JUNIOR X-WORD X-WORD

SCATTERWORD: EMBARRASS, amasser, abaser, abase, samba, amass, arras, baser, saber, sabre, brass, smear, base, bass, mesa, same, seam, rase, sear, sera, arms, mass, mess.

SCATTERWORD

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

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THE LAST WORD

DO YOU WANT FRIES WITH THAT? Junk food companies sponsoring junior sport sends the wrong message to our kids, writes Richard O’Leary.

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as that faster?”, my eldest son asked as he crossed the tiles on our verandah after doing the 80-metre dash to the front gate and back.

“Just,” I say.

“Was I faster than you?” he asks.

“Yep.” “Let’s have another race.”

That’s the conversation we’ve been having in one form or another all through winter. My oldest boy doesn’t mind soccer, but he’s been looking forward to Little Athletics for months.

He simply loves running. It’s the one thing that releases all the energy he has bottled up inside him. He runs with a smile.

That smile was turned upside down, on my face at least, when we turned up for the first week and collected his athletic gear.

That’s when I saw that this healthiest of pursuits is sponsored by one of the unhealthiest of fast food outlets.

The big M was plastered beside the athletes’ numbers, the age group patch and seemingly any other available surface.

Now, I should say from the beginning that I think Little Athletics does plenty of things right; it introduces children to a healthy sport, volunteers give up hours of their time to pass on their skills and experience, and the Friday night training is full of fun and encouragement.

But, accepting sponsorship dollars from McDonalds is wrong.

So what? You may say – it’s harmless enough - Little Athletics gets some much needed funding and McDonalds gets some good PR. If only that was the case.

McDonalds hasn’t sponsored our

little athletes for the past 30 years or so because it thinks it’s a noble thing to do – it has outlaid millions of dollars (the exact figure is not known as Little Athletics and McDonalds won’t reveal it) to try and get more kids to eat its products – products that are not good for our children, and at a time when we should be trying to get kids to adopt healthy eating habits.

A survey of 12,000 Australian secondary school children a few years ago revealed one in four are overweight or obese.

The same survey showed more than half of the kids surveyed had tried a food because they had seen it advertised.

In other words, sponsorship of junior sport by junk food companies can be summed up pretty simply: it’s harmful to our kids’ health. roleary@myweeklypreview.com.au.

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