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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 ts 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 degradable plastic.

’ll never forget the first time I saw a whale up close. After an uncertain wait, a dark mass appeared in the water and the boat inched its way forward. I feared the whale would flee like the marlin in Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea. But it stayed and played, circling the boat and slapping the water with its massive pectoral fin. This magnificent being was interacting with us – comparably ant-sized humans – clutching our cameras and pointing like overexcited children.

Whales do that to you. They instantaneously lift your spirits and make you feel at peace. They emanate a gentle grace and playfulness that can’t help but make you smile. This has been a bumper season for whale spotting on the Coast, so do yourself a favour and book a whale watching trip while the whales are still hanging out in our wonderful waters.

On the subject of water, something every parent of young children ponders at some point is swimming lessons. But is it better to throw them in the deep end as early as possible, or wait until they’re older? Candice Holznagel investigates in our cover story.

We have a quick chat with a local entrepreneur who deftly juggles two kids and three businesses, and meet Monty Thomas, who will appear at this weekend’s Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival as Queensland’s first androgynous model.

You can also check out the beautiful winning homes in the Housing Industry Association’s Awards for the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay regions… swoon.

Happy reading.

Leigh Robshaw Acting editor

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QUICK CHAT

THE BLISS OF BEING YOUR OWN BOSS Award-winning Maroochydore entrepreneur Yvette Adams is a go-getter who dreams big and designs her day the way she likes it.

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

FIRST JOB? The first income I earned was cleaning the houses of rowdy surf clubbies who would have wild parties (that I was sometimes at) and then I’d get in and clean them the morning after for some dollars to support my next sports trip. I was also a paid lifeguard at age 17. My first proper 9 to 5 job was working for the Hillary Commission, the equivalent of the Australian Sports Commission, as media liaison for Sir Edmund Hillary and many of the sports celebs of the day.

Help bring the International Submarine Broadband Cable project to fruition – a fast speed which would link the region directly to global communications systems in Asia, the Pacific and the United States. The council has lodged a submission with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) to start the process to declare an offshore cable protection zone. If the zone is declared, this will encourage the private sector to deliver an international submarine broadband cable connection that would land at the Sunshine Coast, making us the only regional centre in Australia to offer direct international broadband connectivity to global markets

WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? All sorts, as always. This includes working on a tender we just won with a group of Pacific Island Fisheries Administrations, which will involve a trip to a Pacific Island to deliver some training soon (don’t mind if I do). Doing pre-interviews for the next round of filming for my show about young entrepreneurs, which I am filming in Sydney. The show airs on brin.ai – a free app you can download and watch shows on via Android or iOS devices. Responsibilities associated with my new role as Chair of the Knowledge and Professional Services Taskforce – helping the region grow in a positive way.

CAN YOU NOMINATE A DAY IN YOUR LIFE THAT TURNED OUT TO BE A TURNING POINT? The day when I found out I had become pregnant on the pill in London. Everything changed when I knew I was on the journey to become a mum.

YOUR GREATEST REGRET? That I didn’t spend more time with my grandmother when she had a stroke in Brisbane and was in hospital for two weeks. I think I was in denial. I just thought she’d pull through and I’d see her again because she was such a strong woman. But her number was up. And I miss her every day.

YOUR FAMILY INCLUDES. . .

Me, my son Rio (almost 13) and Matisse, 9. My cousin Shane also lives downstairs in our granny flat. And we have a steady stream of international guests.

DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME?

BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN?

Smurfette when I was younger. Or Corvette. LOL.

You will be given a lot of advice in this lifetime. Take the bits that make sense and turn it into your own journey.

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PROUDEST ACHIEVEMENT? Other than my children, having plenty of knockbacks but pushing through and creating three businesses that have all made it past the three year point when most fall over, and which afford me a great lifestyle (flexibility).

Red Mini. By the end of its six-month life, it had only two gears

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED HERE?

FAVOURITE BOOK?

Twelve years this month. Became an Aussie citizen last year.

Mine. Haha. More Than Meets The Eye published 2006 and No Kidding – Why Our Kids Know More About Technology Than Us and What We Can Do About It.

ADVICE TO YOUR 18-YEAR-OLD SELF?

WHY DO YOU LIVE HERE?

Know that you’re an entrepreneur and always will be. Quit wasting time working for other people and go make it happen.

WHAT ARE YOU READING NOW? Michelle Bridges – Make it Happen. Bought it earlier this year when she was on the Coast and still not quite finished it.

FAVOURITE SONG? All That We Be – Trinity Roots.

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All my family are here (Mum, Dad, two aunties, brother, sister and their kids), the climate, the beautiful beaches and lifestyle.

And close enough to Brisbane and the Gold Coast international airports if I need an international escape from time to time. I do miss my global tribe and try and get back to NZ as often as we can. We’ll be gathering for my 40th birthday in New Zealand this January, which I’m looking forward to.

TEA OR COFFEE? Coffee. Lactose free cappuccino usually. Fave spot is Art of Bean in my street. Won’t drink coffee after 3pm.

NRL OR AFL? Neither. All Blacks all the way!

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BUSTING SOME MYTHS Humans only have five senses.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.”

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COVER STORY

LIFE SAVING LESSONS A new style of swimming lessons for children wastes no time in teaching little ones to survive if they accidently fall in. WORDS: Candice Holznagel

“Drowning is the greatest cause of accidental death in children under the age of five in Australia”

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ou can feel the collective rush of concern as Xavier Bingham falls with a splash into the pool.

In that split second, every adult in the vicinity surges forward ready to pull him from the water.

There is no need – under the surface he turns and reaches his small hands upward for the wall, pulling himself to safety. He may be young, but at two years of age, Xavier has already mastered the core understanding of staying calm and finding the nearest surface for safety.

His wide eyes seek out his parents, where he is rewarded with praise, shadowed by some relief. Moments later the energetic toddler is back in the pool, propelling himself through the water with strong kicks and a whole lot of confidence.

This is precisely what Xavier’s father Sam Bingham has hoped for – his son to learn the basics of water safety.

“He was five months old,’’ Bingham says of his son’s first swimming lesson.

“We enrolled him for two reasons. One, is that we are living near the beach. We want him to be comfortable and safe around water and pools. I’m a surfer and that’s important to me.

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into swimming, the more at ease he would be with learning.

“We have had some people say it was pointless, saying that they are not learning at this level.

“Of course they are learning. It’s the repetition. We are building into his conscience the safety aspect. He can go underwater, hold his breath, and climb out by himself.

occurred on Sunshine Coast beaches.

The Royal Life Saving National Drowning Report 2016 reveals that 280 people drowned in Australian waterways for the same period. This is a five per cent increase on the 267 deaths recorded last year. Twenty-one of these deaths were in children aged four and under.

Drowning is the greatest cause of accidental death in children under the age

“In regards to safety, we wanted them to go from nought to a hundred in no time flat, hence why we do the model we do…”

Steve Kerry – Sink or Swim owner

“That’s what it’s always been about. We are not expecting him to become Ian Thorpe, it has always been about him being comfortable in the water.

“All I can say is, it’s worth giving a go.’’

Queensland had a reported 66 drowning deaths in the 2015/16 financial year. Four of the 11 beach drownings in the state

of five in Australia. Tragically, many of these deaths also occur at home in the bathtub.

Statistics from Kids Alive – Do the Five show that 47 children under five have drowned in the bath in Australia since 2000.

For Steve Kerry and his wife Eve, these statistics are more than just figures – they are personal and it has been the driving

force behind their ambitious goal of changing the face of learn-to-swim programs not only on the Sunshine Coast, but Queensland-wide.

And, it seems to be working. More than 10,000 local children have been taught at their school, Sink or Swim.

The Kerrys left behind careers as advanced care paramedics for the Queensland Ambulance Service to answer the call for help in a different way.

“Pretty much, it was being in the wrong spot at the wrong time,’’ Kerry recalls.

“I happened to be called to, and went through a stage, where there were eight children in a two-week period all pulled out of the water. I won’t go into details, but obviously, if they are calling paramedics it’s bad.

“This prompted me and my wife, who have two young children ourselves, to get [them] into swimming lessons.

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COVER STORY process at a young age. The goal is to teach children to reach for the safety of a wall or floating device, rather than panic on impact.

“It’s about getting them familiar and happy. We have them on pool noodles and kickboards very early. I’ve had students floating around on pool noodles by themselves at 10 or 11 months.

“We do falling in practice. Not just falling in from the wall; we flip them off the mats, fall in different ways, run and jump, get them falling in sideways, face first, going down the slide, falling in feet first. At a young age it’s not about the skill but the reaction.

“You can’t drown-proof someone, but you can make them drown resistant.’’

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The issue of water safety is not taken lightly here in Australia. The Australian Water Safety Council launched the Australian Water Safety Strategy 2016–2020 earlier this year with an aim to reduce drownings by 50 per cent. The strategy identifies children aged zero to 14 as the number one priority.

Swim safety advocate Laurie Lawrence has also continued to make waves on the circuit since launching his program in 1988 with the single goal of preventing drownings.

His Kids Alive – Do the Five initiative educates the public on five important steps to reduce the risk of preschool drowning. He also launched Learn to Swim Week, held nationally in late September.

This is something taken seriously at Sink or Swim, according to instructor Mark Macdonald.

Macdonald, who last year won the Queensland AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Award, says the curriculum takes children outside the confines of the pool and teaches them in real life situations, and also the importance of knowing how to call triple zero.

“I conduct a junior lifeguard program and take them to the beach. This gets them familiar in the pool first, and then the

Water safety pioneer Laurie Lawrence swimming with his granddaughter Evie

KIDS ALIVE – DO THE FIVE… 1. Fence the pool 2. Shut the gate 3. Teach your kids to swim – it’s great 4. Supervise – watch your mate and 5. Learn how to resuscitate.

DID YOU KNOW? While safety is the number one priority, learning to swim does have additional benefits.

Researchers from the Griffith Institute for Educational Research conducted a survey of the parents of 7000 children aged under five during a three-year period. It proved that children who learn to swim at a young age are reaching developmental milestones earlier than most.

In what has been deemed the world’s most comprehensive study into early-years swimming, the 2013 research showed that in addition to achieving physical milestones faster, children also scored better in visual motor skills such as cutting paper and colouring in, and mathematics-related tasks. Performance in general areas of literacy and numeracy were also better.

Backing the Australian-based findings are study results released in the UK earlier this year.

The Telegraph reported that swimming lessons assisted children in boosting their maths grades.

The study, which was conducted by NatCen Social Research, Newcastle University and ASK Research, analysed more than 6400 children.

Sam and Xavier Bingham ocean. I also take students to Currimundi Lake river mouth to show the kids the kind of current and what nature can do. I take them down to Point Cartwright and explain the dangers of rocks.”

As for safety measures, Macdonald says parents need to think outside the perimeters of the pool.

“The main thing is with pool gates, create climbing obstacles. Kids are pretty smart at a young age and they will climb over it. Clean up the pool area so there are no toys.

“The other one is to remember that all bodies of water can be a danger. An esky left at the end of the night with ice in it that melts to water, an infant can climb into it, fall in.

“Dams, nappy buckets, ponds. Living here we have got all the waterways with no fences. All the lakes, the rivers that are all within walking distance.”

He recommends getting your children into the pool from as young as four or five months, depending on their development.

This not only gets them comfortable and happy in the water, but starts the learning

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MCKOSKER FINALIST AT WORLD’S BIGGEST BOOK FAIR Sunshine Coast cooking guru Kim McCosker is preparing to take on the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany. More than 400,000 people attend the event each year, along with 10,000 media professionals and McCosker’s Cook 4 a Cure has made it as a top 10 finalist in the Most Beautiful Book category. The winners will be announced on October 22. But no matter what the outcome, McCosker says she will be “flying the Sunshine Coast flag high.”

VINTAGE CALENDAR GOES GANGSTER The Sunshine Coast’s Vintage Calendar Girls are set to launch their limited edition 2017 Great Gatsby calendar with a host of celebrity talent. Legendary AFL player Barry Hall, who signed on as the ‘gangster talent’ for the cover, Coast radio presenter Caroline Hutchinson and one-time milliner to Lady Gaga, Cindy Vogels, will be part of the launch from 5.30pm on October 22 at Old Petrie Town. The calendar raises much-needed awareness and funds for Rare Cancers Australia. To book your ticket, visit trybooking.com, click on Buy Tickets and enter Vintage Calendar Girls Roaring 20s Gala Launch.

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There will be summer flight opportunities aplenty on the horizon with more than 65,000 extra chances to fly south. The Sunshine Coast Airport’s domestic airline partners will boost their carrying capacity from November through to March. The additions include 24,200 more seats to and from Sydney and 16,920 on the Melbourne to Sunshine Coast route, as well as the 23,400 seats on Jetstar’s new Adelaide service.

“Our growth figures continue to lead the country and that increased demand is being met by the airlines with increased capacity,” general manager Peter Pallot says. Our airport’s growth rate of 14.4 per cent is more than double the next best airport, Launceston in Tasmania.

WISHLIST PARTNERS WITH BEST WESTERN The Sunshine Coast charity that supports the needs of the region’s hospital and health service has gained a new corporate partner in Best Western Plus Lake Kawana Hotel.

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STUDENTS SEW THEIR WAY TO SUSTAINABILITY Molly Whiting and a group of friends spent their spring holidays navigating sewing machines to create Boomerang Bags. The 13-year-old Caloundra City Private School student’s gathering was inspired

by Whiting’s mother Isobele, who received a free bag from Wurtulla Fruit and Vegetables stamped with ‘Boomerang Bags, Borrow and Return’ on the front pocket. The nation-wide initiative encourages people to hold sewing bees to create and donate calico bags to be used by local businesses.

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SWIM STAR SNAGS EIGHT MEDALS IN DARWIN Sunshine Coast teen Emily Dring stood out in a field of 700 competitors at the School National Swimming competition in Darwin recently. The Sunshine Coast Grammar School Year 11 student took home seven gold medals and one silver medal over five days of Olympicstyle competition. Dring powered home to win all her individual events which consisted of 50 metres, 100 metres and 200 metres freestyle. In her 100 metres freestyle event, she swam a personal best time of 56.61, which broke the School Sport Australia record and also resulted in her being awarded Most Outstanding Performance of the Meet.

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COOLANGATTA GOLD DREAM FULFILLED There was less than 60 seconds in it, but it was all Campbell Guthrie needed to clinch the under-19s short course race at the Coolangatta Gold. The Alexandra Headland competitor says he has dreamt of winning the title for much of his life. Guthrie finished in a time of three hours, 16 minutes, 11.2 seconds, just under a minute ahead of North Burleigh’s Grant Harris and Noosa’s Bailey Williams. It has been a stellar year for Guthrie, who also won the under-17 taplin relay at The Aussies in April with local teammates.

Hundreds of people flocked to the Sunshine Coast JobShow at the TAFE Queensland East Coast Campus on October 19 to try to secure one of the 700 jobs on offer. Among some of the major locally-based companies were Stellar BPO, Youi and Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Services. Touted as a one-stop shop of current and upcoming job vacancies on the Coast, the event helped to link 170 people with jobs in 2015.

PARK’S VILLAGE APPEAL GETS A BOOST The latest stage of work has been completed at the Buderim Village Park, with new facilities available for the community to enjoy. New features include two barbecue shelters, viewing terraces with seating areas, lighting and custom-designed furniture which celebrates Buderim’s heritage by displaying bottles from the early 1900s, which were found on the site. Councillor Ted Hungerford says Stage 6 of the work, set to start in April, will include a multi-functional community space, a Village Square and completion of the upper promenade path.

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LOCAL MODEL REDEFINES GENDER STEREOTYPES Monty Thomas will walk the catwalk at tomorrow’s Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival as the state’s first androgynous model. WORDS: Leigh Robshaw

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ocal model Monty Thomas will appear at tomorrow’s Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival as Queensland’s first androgynous model ever to grace a catwalk.

Thomas will walk as a male model for Myer and then as a female for VaVaVoom Corsetry and international award-winning designer Thang de Hoo. The 26-year-old hairdresser, who goes by the stage name Jess Whoo, leapt at the opportunity when approached by the fashion festival organisers to showcase his creativity and gender-bending aesthetic.

“I seized the opportunity to do it not only for a platform for my career, but to make a bit of a statement that progression is something that has to happen and basically someone just needs to be brave enough to go, hey, the world is progressing.”

Thomas says he was severely bullied throughout his school life due to his effeminate looks.

“I was very flamboyant,” he says. “I’ve been dancing since I was four years old and was bullied because of my interest in dance and the way I look, which is naturally quite feminine.

Boys are supposed to look a certain way and girls are supposed to look a certain way and the kids didn’t understand me, and we fear things we don’t understand.

“I wasn’t treated very well and it happened from preschool to year 12 and it still happens today. I find it worse here on the Coast, but the thing is, I never bite back. People only know what they’re taught, and that’s why I want to be a model in this fashion festival. It’s teaching people you can have femininity without compromising who you are as a person and it needs to be embraced.

“I see it in all these young guys who go to the gym all the time. They’re pumping their muscles and hurting their bodies just to prove their masculinity. My ex-boyfriend was a football player and he committed suicide because he couldn’t handle that he couldn’t be himself in his sport. He was torn between who he loved and what he wanted to do in life.”

Thomas grew up in a sheltered Christian family and it initially took them some time to embrace their son’s identity.

“They didn’t know how to deal with a gay person because they never really came across them, but they’re supportive now, which is really good. Mum is coming to the festival, which will be really fun.”

Thomas says while he was severely bullied at school, he maintained an innate sense of who he was and as harsh as the kids were, they didn’t stop him doing what he wanted to do. He went to the dance room and practised dance during

Left: Monty Thomas wearing one of his creations and above, appearing as himself

lunchtimes and saved his pocket money to buy the innovative fashion magazine, Russh.

Inspired by the magazine, Thomas taught himself to sew and started making his own wearable art and began winning competitions, while studying dance at the Sunshine Coast Academy of Dance. After graduating he moved to Brisbane and that’s when his interest in drag blossomed.

“I was living with a friend from school and she was very open-minded. She loved the LGBT community and kept telling me how pretty I was. One night we put all her hair extensions in my hair, put a hat on me so it looked like my hair, put a dress and some shoes on and she said, ‘oh my god you look like a girl’. My interest in drag stemmed from that.”

Due to his dance background, Thomas quickly established a reputation as a highly creative drag queen in Brisbane and has turned the past hurts of being called a girl in a derogatory way, being victimised for being gay or being

called too feminine, into a positive.

“The key word that keeps coming up in association to me is androgyny,” he says. “Androgyny is the combination of masculine and feminine characteristics. Androgyny can be found in fashion, gender identity and sexual lifestyle. I associate more around the fashion identity, it’s not really a sexual or gender thing for me. It’s more of a political statement that we need to learn that gender identity is so not what it was in the 50s and we still think that way.

“It almost makes me laugh to think we’ve progressed so far in technology, but we’re still saying boys aren’t allowed to wear makeup. Its just baffling to me. There’s an amazing quote: “What is seen as feminine is often nothing more than what is rejected by masculinity, things like crying, showing emotion, dancing, makeup and more. None of these things are inherently feminine, they’re only feminine because society says so and because they’re feminine, men should not do them.”

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BUILDING THE WAY FORWARD With a name and boundaries in place, it was time to start marketing the Sunshine Coast as a tourist destination, hailed in 1968 as the next great industry for the region. WORDS: Dot Whittington.

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Left: Shire Chairman Fred Murray officially opens the upgraded Maroochy Airport terminal in 1990.

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s early as 1968, there were some disputes over whether Bribie Island should be included in this new Sunshine Coast region made up of Landsborough, Maroochy and Noosa Shires.

The Maroochy Shire Chairman Eddie De Vere, who had been leading the Sunshine Coast charge, ruled it out: “People are trying lots of angles to get into the Sunshine Coast but we can’t have unwieldy, wandering areas or the name will lose its impact”.

By now, tourism was becoming recognised as the next great industry – timber had long since faded, the fruit industry was dependent on rural fluctuations and sugar cane, while still very much viable, would not be enough to sustain a growing region.

Besides, there was money to be made, capitalising on the area’s natural beauty and rawness compared to its arch-rival, the glitzy Gold Coast. There was going to be some coastal envy for a few years yet.

Amid controversy, De Vere set off in February 1968, for a two-day promotional trip to Sydney and Melbourne to extol the virtues of the new Sunshine Coast: “There are so many fish in the river that you had to stand behind a tree to bait your line.”

It was controversial because the trip was sponsored by Alfred Grant, the big land development company selling the expanding area of Bundilla Lakes behind Mooloolaba.

At the same time, the promotional opportunity came at no cost to ratepayers.

It was to become the first of many Sunshine Coast tourism delegations.

In Melbourne, De Vere was asked in one of dozens of press, radio and television interviews, why the Queensland Tourist Bureau there couldn’t give them any information about the Sunshine Coast.

“At this stage they don’t know enough about it,” De Vere had replied.

Three years later, in July 1971, there was another delegation heading south. East-West Airlines had made its first direct flight from Sydney a year earlier, and was considering regular flights at a time when “only jackasses and magpies landed at Maroochy Airport (later to become the Sunshine Coast Airport)”.

Within a decade, there were enough passengers for the airport to be upgraded to jet standard. Tourism was the region’s new and growing industry.

THIS MONTH IN HISTORY

Henry Smith’s Montville store in 1899

In October 1897, Henry Smith applied to the Under Secretary of the Post and Telegraph Department in Brisbane to open an office at Razorback. Permission was granted, provided it was at no cost to the department.

The name Razorback could not be used because there was already a receiving office of that name and once a new name was selected, it would become the name of the area.

Smith’s second choice, Vermont, was also rejected. His third suggestion was that of the small town in Connecticut where his mother lived, Montville. From the Latin “mont” meaning hill or mountain, and “villa”, country house/farm, it was reluctantly accepted with the notation on the reply that the department did not approve of the “Franco-American terminology”.

DID YOU KNOW? • The name Marcoola, unlike most of the Coast’s place names, is not of aboriginal derivation, but came up because it was halfway between Maroochydore and Coolum, hence Mar-Cool-a. It began as a few beach houses, a kiosk with a swimming pool open to the public and a beachfront picnic ground.

• Mooloolaba Rotary Club planted more than 8000 trees to “green” the Sunshine Motorway in 1989-90.

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UNIVERSITY 20TH ANNIVERSARY

VISION IMPAIRED SWEDISH STUDENT EXCELS AT USC The University of the Sunshine Coast has long recognised the need to champion equity and diversity. Lars Karlstroem is tapping into the university’s technological adaptability and campus support network to achieve his goal of a Bachelor of Counselling.

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SC counselling undergraduate Lars Karlstroem moved from the other side of the world to complete a degree and establish a new home in a region he cannot see. But the independent, affable young Swede just chuckles when asked if he’s doing anything extraordinary: “Well, people keep telling me I’m doing that. I know my family is proud of me, not only because I had the courage to even think about doing this, but because I had the motivation – through many setbacks – to actually continue and be doing well with my courses.

“Some people identify themselves with their disability. They say ‘I can’t’ when in reality they’re saying ‘I won’t’. When I do the same, it’s really because I’m not motivated, or inclined to put much energy into it.”

Lars uses a positive and solution-based mindset, “to rethink and say, ‘Well, why not? Let’s see if we can make this work.’”

He arrived at USC in mid-2014, spurred to return to Australia to study after a memorable Christmas vacation with his brother. He noticed that Australians’ attitude towards someone with a visual impairment was, “Okay, you’re fine by yourself, but if you ask for help we’ll make it possible.”

Instructors made it accessible for him to do an introductory dive at the Great Barrier Reef, swim with dolphins, and surf.

“I evolved a lot on this vacation and the idea to study abroad was born.”

Lars looked at universities in different English-speaking countries and contacted an organisation called Kilroy

Education for help.

“One of their options was USC and I found the Bachelor of Counselling program,” he recalls. “It was exactly what I wanted to do.”

He admits that the start was a bit overwhelming.

“I’d never studied at uni and although I was confident in English, it wasn’t my native language. Fortunately my dad flew down for two weeks to help me get settled. After he left, I initially had to rely on friends to go to the supermarket with me, and find the right share accommodation. But the Sunshine Coast culture is so open, and this uni arranges everything I need. I really like it.”

He finds the courses interesting, especially the counselling basics such as listening, responding, paraphrasing and reflecting feelings.

“I have an academic assistant, Kaye McGarry, and she helps

me in lectures and tutes, with note-taking and reading aloud text from PowerPoint presentations. I get all my books as PDFs from the uni so my screen reader can translate them into speech. Kaye helps with visual checks of my assignments. For example, my screen reader won’t pick up a misspelling like ‘sighted’ instead of ‘cited’.

“I’m allowed to submit assignments in PDF instead of the preferred Word for ease of formatting on my Mac computer. To me, this shows a very individual approach to learning. The uni really wants everyone to succeed.”

Lars is impressed by how friendly and helpful people are on campus at Sippy Downs.

“It just happened today. I was walking outside D Block and a guy came up beside me and started chatting. He asked if I needed help and I didn’t, though a bit more tactile paving might be beneficial. But since we were heading the same way, it was easier for me to just borrow his arm. It’s not uncommon to hear, ‘Hey mate, how are you doing?’” – Extract from Visions.

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BUSINESS & FINANCE

MARKETS ENDURE SOME VOLATILITY Mark Davidson is from Ord Minnett in Buderim.

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ompany reporting season in August is an important time to assess how profitable companies are and to gauge their ability to grow profits over the coming year.

As is typical, the latest season produced a range of outcomes, including a number of recommendation changes.

Subsequent to the completion of reporting season, global markets have endured some volatility; albeit September is traditionally a rocky month.

The root cause this time is centred on the looming decision of the US Federal Reserve (the Fed) to raise its official cash rate again.

The first raising in this tightening cycle was last December, so given its infrequency, markets have become obsessive about the next move. While the Fed aims to clearly telegraph its intentions for monetary policy, investment markets become more erratic as the decision edges closer.

One reason for this greater variability relates to the position of bond markets. The primary scenario that has been priced into bond markets is that inflation will remain depressed, bond yields will stay low for longer and that this will leave central banks committed buyers of bonds. At the margin though, as investors ponder the path of Fed policy, there is some speculation that we are on the edge of a shift in bond markets that will lead to a sharper lift in bond yields.

This has a direct effect on equity markets given the correlation between bonds and stocks has recently become positive. In other words, prices of both markets are starting to move in tandem.

Therefore, any sudden shift in bonds could have consequences for stock markets,

especially those stocks with higher yields that have been bid up strongly as interest rates have fallen.

Trading around Fed movements is enlightening. In September, one of the Fed governors in the US, who had been supportive of only a gradual change in interest rates, hinted that sooner ratherthan-later might be appropriate.

This put global markets into a tailspin, including Australia’s market.

The S&P/ASX 200 Index responded sharply to the comments with a 2.2 per cent fall, the biggest daily drop since the Brexit decision in June. Sectoral performance was most enlightening.

The sectors hit the hardest were global cyclicals (mining and energy), and those considered bond proxies (property trusts, utilities and industrials, which contains a number of infrastructure stocks).

In relative terms, some of the better performing sectors were the more typical defensive sectors, such as telecommunications and consumer staples.

Banks were also better placed, perhaps due to the relief they might gain if interest rates were to pick up more rapidly.

The upshot of all this is that one must be aware of developments in this area, particularly in the US. Rising rates can have a negative impact on shares, as we witnessed to our dismay in 1994.

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MY OPINION

BIRTHDAY BONANZAS

ONE PERFECT DAY

Sami Muirhead reflects on how birthday parties have changed since she was a girl, and tries to pinpoint the moment of her conception.

With a toddler and a newborn in tow, Alex McKean pulled off a perfect day complete with whale sightings and a close encounter with a koala.

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here seems to be a lot of birthdays this time of year. The birds and the bees are out spreading the pollen for spring, but I think they spread their love dust at the start of the year to ensure October is bursting with newborns.

I have recently had a birthday and I am part of a large crew celebrating turning another year older in the 10th month of the year. I have a sneaking suspicion I am a New Year’s Eve baby. I think my parents saw in 1973 with a bang and a baby girl followed later that year. My mother will never confirm or deny my allegations during my inquisitions, but it is a shared joke we have between us.

Adding to the humour is the fact that to me, my parents really hate each other. They have not spoken in about 35 years (except for a super awkward moment at my wedding) so the thought of them making a baby is kind of bizarre. And a little gross. You need to speak to each other to procreate I would assume. Maybe not.

My dad turned 80 this week. I spent his birthday party looking at him thinking he is starting to look a little older. He still has his razor sharp wit and a sparkle in his eyes, but something has changed. My father is larger than life and a big kid, so this was a big moment of realisation for me. We think our

parents are immortal.

At the other end of the scale my middle darling son is turning four next week. I stupidly decided to have a car-themed party.

Well, that has aged me about 10 years in one week. Parties are stressful events. Back in my day, you could just play red rover and feed everyone chocolate crackles and cordial and that was a rip snorting party. Not anymore.

People serve tofu. And sushi.

And alcohol for the parents.

Some big time party professionals even have coffee vans for the parents while the little ones get to the party fun.

You are expected to have a range of healthy food for the kids to eat and soft drinks are considered the work of the devil. And outsourcing is the new black. So many parties now have hired face painters, jumping castles or magicians. If you don’t hire it, the trend seems to be to hand make everything from organic material.

So wish me luck. Our party will not be super flash, but we are having an egg catching competition.

And Mum, if you are reading this column, you need to know I have done the maths. A baby born on my birthdate in October would have been conceived on January 2, according to Google. I reckon Google is clearly wrong by 24 hours.

Wink wink. Nudge nudge.

“I think my parents saw in 1973 with a bang and a baby girl followed…”

Sami Muirhead is a radio announcer, blogger and commentator.

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T

he stillness of the Maleny morning was broken last weekend by the rumbling bellows of a male koala.

Looking out from the verandah, I spotted a rotund grey and white piebald figure scaling one of the trees along the fenceline. Gathering up the wakeful toddler, we went to the base of the tree, where we both watched fascinated as our visitor plucked handfuls of leaves and perched in a fork, began munching contentedly.

Later that same day, with toddler and newborn in tow, my wife and I braved the traffic to head to the north end of the Coast.

We stopped in briefly at the Making of Midnight Oil exhibition at the Noosa Regional Gallery. I wandered through the displays, stopping to check out the touring stage set up with stuffed dingo and old water tank. An old poster invited us to the ‘Noosa Aussie Hop’ in 1983, where the Oils performed with Skyhooks, Mental as Anything and the Sunnyboys.

The toddler, reaching his boredom threshold, signalled by his efforts to clamber up and execute a stage dive, prompted our removal to the beach.

Swinging around the endless roundabouts, seemingly installed to fling unwary visitors toward ‘all other destinations’, we eventually navigated to Noosa National Park. We dismounted, together with all the equipment necessary to sustain two infants, and headed for the water.

Guiding the toddler over the rocks, my eye was caught by a spray of foam off the point. Sporting in the bay was a pod of whales, launching themselves clear of the water and crashing back, throwing up sheets of white water. The display continued for more than an hour, close to shore.

The toddler located a natural slide formed by some rocks and shrieked with laughter as he slid in and out of the water, revelling in the foam being pushed periodically into his rockpool by the swells.

“Sporting in the bay was a pod of whales, launching themselves clear of the water…”

Walking the length of Hastings Street and then out to the Heads, the toddler marvelled at the acrobatic kite surfers, tumbling through the air before turning to race back toward the North Shore, for a time. A planned detour via one of the ice-cream vendors was called off when we found a little girl lost. As we stood outside the Police Beat (closed on weekends), the frantic father ran up and the family was reunited.

Returning home to the Jurassic sounds of koalas in the night, all that remained was this series of fragments which, together, made up a perfect day.

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The retreat offers a chance to get back to nature and enjoy chefprepared gourmet campfire meals, fresh air, sunshine, forest therapy and other unique nature-based activities.

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SOULFUL SONGSTRESS WILL RAISE THE ROOF Having been compared to greats such as Aretha Franklin, Bonnie Raitt and Adele, singer and songwriter Chontia is set to rock The J with her 12-piece band.

The evening promises to captivate the soul, taking the audience on Chontia's life journey, with her beautifully written songs of love, life and hope backed by some of Australia’s finest musicians, including world renowned didgeridoo master Mark Atkins.

See Chontia and her 12-piece band at The J Theatre in Noosa on October 29. Tickets $25, visit thej.com.au.

The Pop-Up Book Shop will grab the attention of the Coast’s book lovers this November.

This markets-inspired event will see 30 writers who have self-published their books come together to showcase their stories.

Founder Mary Barber, from the Tamarind Book Club, says this is a way for self-published writers to promote their work and also for readers to meet the authors in a relaxed space.

The shop includes a range of genres from crime, romance, photography and art to children’s books.

The Pop-Up Book Shop will be held on November 6 from 10am to 1pm at the Caloundra Power Boat Club. Entry for adults is by gold coin donation for the Buy a Bale campaign. Children are free.

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WHAT’S ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 ZOE AND GABOR, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 4pm SAM WEDGEWOOD, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm ALEXIS SAWFORD, Lemon and Thyme, 5.45pm TAYLOR PAYNE, Solbar, 6pm JAY BISHOFF, Brightwater Hotel, 6.30pm TONY BOYD, Caloundra RSL, 7pm ANDREA KIRWAN, Forty Five 51, 7pm JIMMY D, Mets on Kings, 7pm RYAN GILES DUO, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm SHANE WILKENSON, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm CONTRABAND, Tewantin Noosa RSL, 8pm EMMA LOUISE, Solbar, 8pm DJ- GENE TUA, Caloundra RSL, 9pm STEVENSON STREET, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 9pm

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

‘90S POP IDOL PLAYS BISON BAR Music lovers of the ‘90s can rejoice, because Australia’s pop idol Rick Price is heading back on the road.

The You Are Not Alone tour celebrates the launch of his new single and audience members will be taken on a musical journey at the live shows, which will include his newest and greatest hits.

Price, who wrote, produced and plays the piano on the new track, says the song reflects the hard times of life.

“We all experience difficult times in our lives,’’ he says.

“When our internal struggles seem so overwhelming that it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I believe there is a universal power that dwells within us all that guides us and carries us through those difficult times. We are not alone.’’

Price will also share his talents for performance and songwriting in a master class for budding musicians.

He will perform at Nambour’s Bison Bar on November 4. The masterclass is on November 5.

For tickets visit rickprice.com/tour.

RARE BIKE WIN Greg Johnstone of Glass House Mountains was the lucky winner of the Jack Daniels Win an Indian motorbike competition.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 CARL LYNCH, Caloundra RSL, 2pm THE BLACK VAN DUO, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm MICHELLE BROWN, Alex Surf Club, 3pm MICHAEL FUHRMAN, Solbar, 4pm ETHAN ROBERTS, Forty Five 51, 5pm ANDREA KIRWAN, Solbar, 7pm

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RETIREMENT PROMOTION

T PREPARE FOR PENSION CUTS More than 300,000 Australians are set to lose their age pension entitlements from January 1, 2017.

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ore than 300,000 Australians aged 65 and over who currently received the Age Pension or Part Pension will have their pension cut in 2017, with around 100,000 losing all entitlements.

The Australian Government recently introduced changes to the Age Pension’s assets test thresholds, which will take effect on January 1, 2017. The thresholds indicate the value of the assets age pensioners can own (excluding their home) in order to receive the pension.

Under the new changes, around 50,000 Australians will be better off, with around 120,000 part-pensioners to receive an added $30 per fortnight.

“Many people are unaware of how it will affect them,”says Ryan Oliver, principal adviser at MLC Advice, Buderim.

“If you’re a couple who own a home and you have $700,000 in assets outside your residential house that are deemed part of this assessment, your current pension amount would be $19,265.

“The new amount under these new rules would be $9,573, so it’s a reduction of $9,692

a year. It’s quite significant and we’re finding a lot of our clients are affected.

“We’ve let all our clients know and we’ve sat down and had chats about how they’re affected and if there’s anything we can do to lessen the effects.

“There’s a couple of things we can do but it’s really dependent on their individual situation,” he says.

“It depends on the age of the spouse, there’s a whole range of things we can do but it really depends on their goals and personal situations.”

As part of the new rules, the taper rate is being doubled from $1.50 for every $1000 over the assets test threshold to $3 for every $1000 over the assets test threshold. So the threshold has been reduced and the taper rate doubled and the two go hand-in-hand.

While pensioners will still have their seniors cards for discounts, these changes will result in many seniors losing their cash flow and Oliver suggests planning ahead.

“You want to be aware of how it’s going to affect you so it doesn’t surprise you.

“The question is, how do you make up for that loss in cash flow?”

DOWNSIZE IN COMFORT

here is no typical home owner in Nature’s Edge Buderim. Everyone has a unique story that has brought them to this part of the world, and this unique lifestyle community.

Norman and Patricia moved into Nature’s Edge Buderim in December 2015.

Patricia is from British Columbia, Canada.

Norm is from Albany in Western Australia.

He met Patricia in 1972 while travelling through Canada, fell in love, married, had children and settled back on the Sunshine Coast in 2003.

Norm says that initially he wasn’t too keen on moving to an over 50’s lifestyle community because he didn’t know what he was “getting into”.

Although the couple knew they wanted to downsize after living for 13 years on their half acre property, they didn’t know much about the alternatives and benefits of a retirement village.

After finding out what they didn’t like, which was exit fees, they then started looking at over 50’s developments within the region.

The couple discovered that the village was different to the typical retirement model.

In addition, all capital gain was kept by the home owner or the family.

As soon as they saw Nature’s Edge Norm was hooked but Patricia wanted to wait until the perfect house was built – which it was.

The rainforest and the setting was the first thing they loved. Now, they have the house they want in the right location.

So what is it that they both like about their new home?

“Initially, the plan and size. It’s two bedroom, plus has a multi-purpose room, two bathrooms, big laundry, spacious open

“There are lovely breezes, the birds and the rainforest.

We love it here.”

plan kitchen, dining and lounge, with three outdoor living areas and double lock up garage. “(The house) faces the right way for all seasons and we can see the rainforest from every window.’’

Another point which makes a big difference to them is that the roads through Nature’s Edge are normal road width.

“Some of the places we visited were cramped and narrower and you have little room to back out your car.’’

So is this their last home?

“Definitely, why should we move?

“It is too beautiful, so quiet. There are lovely breezes, the birds and the rainforest.

“It’s an easy walk to the local shops and we love the security and friendships we have made – we love it here.”

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RETIREMENT PROMOTION

HOME RELEASE ON HORIZON lifestyle and recreational precinct.

The Halcyon Lakeside community is framed by a vista of natural bushland on a unique 13 hectare site overlooking two lakes with 450 metres of lake frontage and access to six kilometres of walking tracks and local shopping.

“Our purchasers are also attracted to our no exit fees model of creating great homes with a feeling of space and lifestyle facilities that are without peer in this market,” Carley says.

The sell-out of the first two stages has prompted the early release of stage three and at the current rate of construction, more than 100 home owners are expected to move into their new designed homes prior to Christmas.

Construction is also about to start on the community’s multi-million dollar lifestyle and recreational precinct, which has a resort pool, championship-sized bowling green, tennis court, pickleball courts plus a health and wellness centre.

Completion is expected in mid-2017.

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ward-winning over 50’s developer Halcyon has opened doors to four new display homes as it releases stage three of its new lifestyle community, Halcyon Lakeside at Bli Bli. Project director Chris Carley says the opening of the display homes is one of several milestone moments for the third Halcyon community and enables purchasers to experience the quality of homes and designs available in the upcoming Panorama release.

“Our four new display homes showcase the latest in open plan, low maintenance living. Interest has been so high; the first two stages have sold out in record time in response to Halcyon Lakeside’s superb lakefront positioning at the entry to the masterplanned Parklakes 2 community.’’

The Panorama release will feature 20 homes situated on elevated locations and are within a hop, skip and a jump from the

To inspect the new display homes or view plans for the latest release of energy efficient homes in stage three phone 1800 050 555.

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etirement created a great vibe in the region recently when the Lendlease Spring Retirement Festival hit south-east Queensland.

Gardening guru Graham Ross kicked off the festival with sold out shows on the Sunshine Coast and in Brisbane, bringing his love for all things horticultural to the two audiences.

More than 1600 people attended 12 festival events spanning from Mackay to the Gold Coast. This included a performance by the talented Melinda Schneider who performed her tribute to Doris Day to huge audiences at both The Lakes in Bundaberg and Hibiscus Buderim Meadows.

Fans of the late Johnny Cash were dancing in the aisles at Barry Ferrier’s musical. Audiences at Allora Gardens and Keperra Sanctuary sang and danced the night away to hits including Folsom Prison Blues and I Walk the Line, as the show traced the legend’s life and his famous love for June Carter Cash.

Another festival highlight was a comedy debate with comedian Peter Berner and Denise Drysdale who debated the age-old adage: ‘Is youth wasted on the young?’.

Horticulturist Graham Ross at the festival Queensland manager of Lendlease’s retirement living business, Mark Criddle, says living in a retirement village can mark the start of a journey of fun and friendship.

“Moving into a village is a time of renewed freedom, because you leave behind the worries of maintaining the family home,” he says.

“By the time you’ve moved to a village, you’ve done the hard work of downsizing.

All you can do is enjoy the social life, leisure facilities and garden environment.”

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HIA AWARDS

BEST OF THE BEST The Sunshine Coast’s housing design and construction industry has been recognised at the HIA-iLandscape Housing Awards.

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he region’s multi-million dollar property portfolio was celebrated this month as the Housing Industry Association hosted its annual Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay Housing Awards.

Hundreds of contenders vied for the awards, which recognise building and design excellence in design, construction, innovation and housing technology.

Winner of the major award on the night was Mosaic Construction taking out the Sunshine Coast Home of the Year title.

Joining the Mosaic team as major winners were Ausmar Homes (specialised housing, project home and townhouse/ villa), Look Homes (display), Brad Read Design Group (apartment of the year and apartment complex), JW Construction (renovation), Stylemaster (affordable housing), Grant McDonald Homes (greensmart energy efficiency), Planet Homes (spec housing), Saltair Constructions (innovative housing), Contemporary Landscaping (outdoor project), Sarah Waller Design (kitchen project and bathroom project) and Beach Homes (small lot housing).

All of these businesses will now go on to compete in the coveted Queensland finals.

Sunshine Coast/Wide Bay HIA manager Stuart Collins says the awards traditionally attract a high level of entries.

“It is difficult enough selecting finalists let alone winners such is the high calibre of the entries received this year. This healthy level of competition ensures that new standards in design, workmanship and innovation are achieved across all award categories,’’ Collins says.

“The awards are a strong statement of the commitment and dedication of HIA members in Queensland to delivering exceptional housing outcomes that will stand the test of time.” iLandscape CEO Jason Kay says he is

pleased to support the awards and it is important to bring more awareness to the landscaping and construction industries.

“We believe in putting back into the local Sunshine Coast construction industry, which I personally believe is made up some of the most professional companies and individuals I’ve met,’’ he says.

“Our local construction industry represents some of the most prestigious homes and commercial construction in Queensland. With the local infrastructure and development increasing on the Sunshine Coast we need to maintain a level of professionalism across the board to keep the quality coming.

“The quality of the nominations is getting better every year with this year being no exception. I’m excited to see where we are heading and looking forward to seeing where the future is going to take us with the quality of the projects being completed here on the Sunshine Coast within the construction industry.”

For a complete list of the winners visit hia.com.au.

MALENY BEAUTY Mosaic Construction was the big winner of the night with the company securing the Home of the Year award for the beautifully designed and custom built Maleny home entitled Two Roads.

The judging panel described the project as “a finely detailed rural home exploring the upper limits of craftsmanship, engineering and design.’’

My Weekly Preview spoke with Mosaic Construction’s managing director Brook Monahan following the awards…

What is the secret to successfully crafting the Home of the Year?

Nothing at Mosaic is done by accident.

Our team members are highly efficient and professional, and always strive for excellence, continually pushing to set new benchmarks in residential living.

Mosaic Constructions What advice can you offer people who are building a home?

Do your research, seek multiple referrals and ensure you are able to walk through previous finished projects.

Can you tell us about Two Roads?

It’s more than 1000m2 of house. Built as the final stage of an overall site masterplan on a 110 acre property, the house completes a program which includes cabins, sheds and workshops, manager’s residence, tennis court, horse arena and cattle yards.

PEOPLE’S CHOICE

Grant McDonald Homes

Grant McDonald Homes won the hotly contested My Weekly Preview and Busy at Work People’s Choice Award.

The category enables industry and the public to vote for their favourite custom built entries with every entrant in these categories vying for the title.

Company director Grant has been working in the construction industry for more than 16 years.

He has overseen the construction of more than 100 projects in and around the Sunshine Coast.

McDonald says he is inspired by helping others realise their dream in creating and building a beautiful space to live in.

TAKE YOUR LANDSCAPING IDEAS THROUGH TO COMPLETION CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2016 HIA-ILANDSCAPE AWARD WINNERS We are proud to be associated and support with the HIA and the Sunshine Coast construction industry to improve the overall professionalism of landscaping and construction on the Sunshine Coast.

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Contemporary Queensland Homes by Andrew Timmer

THINK GREEN Grant McDonald Homes’ Peregian Springs design won the GreenSmart Energy Efficiency Award.

The modern home features north facing living areas, solar power, solar hot water, solar powered LED downlights and all glazing is done with energy efficient glass. There are a lot of different fittings throughout the home that are unique, from LED push button light switches to light and fan fittings.

HOMELY FEEL The Sunshine Coast Custom Built Home $1 million to $2 million category was awarded to Contemporary Queensland Homes

by Andrew Timmer.

This architecturally designed home offers stylish open-plan living.

A series of curves, an open staircase and warm flowing timber, create an elegant yet homely feel.

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TAKE A LOOK With a combined 47 years of building experience, it’s no surprise that business owners Lio Tellan and Matthew Rennie-Hynes of Look Homes took out the overall Display Home of the Year Award. One glance and it’s easy to fall in love with the classic Hamptons inspired three-bedroom home with aesthetic beach appeal. The gorgeous façade juxtaposes timber cladding with feature stone columns.

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RESORT LIVING With a swag of awards under its belt, BRD Group has quickly built a reputation as one of the major players in the Coast’s commercial and residential design and building industry.

Now, the group has yet another accolade to add to the mantle with news the sleek Verve apartment development at Cotton Tree secured two HIA Awards, in conjunction with Dinstarr Project Management.

Verve, which comprises six units ranging from one bedroom through to penthouse units, won the Apartment of the Year Award and Apartment Complex Award.

The complex boasts extensive ocean and hinterland mountain views and is quickly becoming a signature Coast building.

SX Constructions

KITCHEN CONFIDENCE Boutique custom-home builder SX Constructions cleaned up at the HIA awards taking out both the $30,000-50,000 and up to $30,000 kitchen categories.

Director and builder Steven Essex has more than 18 years experience in the Sunshine Coast construction industry.

So, what does it take to design and construct an award-winning kitchen?

Under $30,000 This contemporary kitchen creates a strong

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connection to the outdoors with an oversized timber door and window splashback, flooding the space with natural light. $30,000-$50,000 This Scandinavian inspired kitchen takes on a tropical twist with its strong connection to the surrounding rainforest through clever glazing design. The kitchen features a marble clad range hood, fully integrated appliances and grey driftwood flooring blends seamlessly with natural stone to create tranquil, soft and tactile interiors.

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Nathan and Cristie Quail are celebrating after securing not one, but two HIA awards.

The couple are the brains behind Quail Constructions, the multi-award winning building company established in 2002. From eco-homes in Maleny to character-filled beach homes, Quail Constructions is known for its unique designs.

The business won the Custom Built Home up to $300,000 Award and the Renovations $300,001600,000 Award.

WINNER With quality craftsmanship, architecturally designed angles and a complete refurbishment, this beautiful home by SX Construction won the Renovations $600,000 - $1 million title.

The team from SX Constructions say the relationship you have with your builder is an important one.

Their advice? Choose a builder not only by price or availability, but also by integrity. A builder is someone who will be in your life for many weeks or months and if you are planning to live in your home while you renovate, it can almost be like choosing a housemate. Do you get along with them? Can you communicate effectively? Will they respect your home and its contents, particularly your family?

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Renovations of the Year – JW Constructions This stunning architectural home has been crafted to take full advantage of the undeniably spectacular coastal views of the region. Featuring an expansive cantilevered roof and balcony, the home wraps generously around the wet edged pool. With floor to ceiling windows and open plan living in mind the entertaining spaces flow effortlessly outside to the outdoor living room through to the tranquil view beyond. The JW Constructions property also won the Sunshine Coast Renovations over $1 million Award.

Winner Custom Built Home $1 million - $2 million

Nathan Quail of Quail Constructions specialises in the design, draft and construction of unique homes that embody the Hinterland & Coastal lifestyle. He also has an outstanding ability to work alongside Architects & owners to create exceptional quality, high end homes.

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MOTORING PREVIEW

HANDSOME AND FAMILY FRIENDLY AAP’s Peter Atkinson says Mazda’s new CX-9 model is an impressive seven-seat SUV.

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It took me by surprise, and not just because I didn’t realise my speed had crept up so quickly.

My surprise was mainly because I was the only person in the vehicle at the time.

This voice came from the car itself – Mazda’s very impressive new seven-seat SUV, the CX-9.

Surely, the ultimate family car. Not only

can it swallow up seven passengers and their cargo – but it can actually nag….I mean, remind you that you’re going too fast.

There really was no excuse, of course.

My speed was, after all, being beamed into my field of vision by the clever head-up

display that’s also standard kit on upmarket models of this handsome new wagon.

Mazda calls these new safety technologies iACTIVESENSE – a clumsy name but an impressive array of safety equipment standard across the CX-9 range.

That package includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and a smart city-braking package that applies the brakes when it senses a potential collision.

An additional array of safety measures – including that speed warning alert plus lane-keeping assist and adaptive headlamps – comes in higher-spec models of Mazda’s recently relaunched family machine.

Mazda tags it as an SUV but really, the CX-9, even in all-wheel-drive form, is not ever likely to be used for anything more challenging than a steep driveway. It’s a family wagon – and a good one at that.

In size and price, the CX-9 becomes the new flagship of the Mazda range – and it brings an appropriate level of style and sophistication to the task.

After all, flying the corporate flag for Japan’s most progressive marque brings with it some heavy expectations.

And to be honest, the CX-9 delivers in just about every department.

We drove the previous CX-9 a few years back and while it was more than adequate, there’s no question this car has raised the Continued over>

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MOTORING <from previous page bar across the spectrum.

Mechanically, it replaces the previous V6 with a more economical, but still powerful and responsive turbocharged four-cylinder.

The 2.5-litre SkyACTIVE engine, found in normally-aspirated form elsewhere in the Mazda range, has been tuned to deliver 170 kilowatts and a useful 420Nm NM of torque in the CX-9.

It’s a combination that gives the big Mazda surprising responsiveness off the line and also for mid-range acceleration.

The engine rarely seems laboured – although I must admit we didn’t try it with all seats in use.

But with five adults on board its performance remained sharp and zippy.

It drives through a six-speed automatic that’s just as unobtrusive and smooth as the engine. Once criticised for the noise and harshness of its vehicles, Mazda has clearly made this a focus and the CX-9 exemplifies that improvement.

It is remarkably quiet – particularly when hurtling down the highway – with the hush emphasised by the smooth ride.

The CX-9 is available in four basic trim levels with a broad range of prices.

The CX-9 Sport opens the batting at $42,490, the Touring follows at $48,990 – with a step up to the GT ($57,390) and flagship Azami ($59,390).

“With its modest starting price... the CX-9 will command the interest of any family.”

We drove the Azami in front-wheel-drive form – if you opt for the all-wheel-drive version you can add another $4000 to the price and apart from added all-weather grip, it’s a spend you could do without.

The big Mazda is amply roomy for a full-sized family, with five seats in normal configuration and an additional two for emergency use – or for accommodating the smallest members of any family.

Putting those seats into action is a very simple, one-hand operation – accessed from beneath the shelter of the rear tailgate.

When they’re in use there’s probably enough remaining cargo space for the family’s weekly grocery shop. When they’re laid flat it becomes a very spacious cargocarrier indeed.

While the previous CX-9 had a somewhat bulky look about it, this new model has developed a more athletic appearance, courtesy of Mazda’s signature Kodo design language.

Inside, too, the styling is impressive – right down to gorgeous touches such as the way the airconditioning vents on the dash ingeniously merge with the door trim.

It just looks like they’ve put extra thought and extra effort into every aspect of this machine.

With its modest starting price and class-leading fuel-efficiency, the CX-9 will command the interest of any family craving oodles of space without surrendering all pretense of driving enjoyment.

At the higher end of the price scale the

added features, refinement and finish magnified those qualities.

It might even be enough to satisfy that little voice inside the cabin.

MAZDA CX-9 AZAMI HOW BIG? Seriously so. While its external dimensions are disguised by its slinky lines, the cockpit feels airy and spacious. We had no trouble accommodating five adults and the two rear seats are ample for the smaller folk when required.

HOW FAST? It’s not designed to be a sporty conveyance but we found the big Mazda pleasingly nimble and responsive. It will reach the speed limit in quick time and there’s ample mid-range punch for overtaking.

HOW THIRSTY? It’s lighter on the fuel than its predecessor, thanks to an efficient four-cylinder, turbocharged engine and six-speed auto.

Mazda’s i-Stop technology ensures no fuel is wasted while stationary – allowing a frugal average of 8.4L/100km (8.8L/100km for all-wheel-drive models).

HOW MUCH? Prices start from just over $40-grand for the most basic model, called the Sport. Our test machine, with all the bells and whistles, will set you back about $60k plus onroads.

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AGENT PROFILE My Property Preview had a chat with Glennis Schindler from Next Property Group.

What was your very first job?

My first job was as a junior sales secretary with George Wilson & Sons Real Estate in Maroochydore.

What was your favourite place on the Sunshine Coast?

I love all of our beaches. I find walking along the walking tracks and taking in the scenery is very therapeutic.

Describe your perfect day?

Walking along the beach, or on the Alex to Mooloolaba track. Stopping for coffee with friends and then heading to work, negotiating a property and achieving a really great price for one of my sellers.

What is the best holiday you have ever had?

I have been fortunate to have some wonderful holidays, but seven weeks in Europe last year was an absolute highlight. From sitting next to Elton John having lunch in Portofino to the history of the Roman ruins.

What are you reading now?

The tragic death of Alison Baden-Clay.

How long have you worked in the real estate business and what attracted you to it in the first instance?

I started my career as a junior sales secretary in a large Maroochydore agency where my father worked. He organised me a job in the agency. I proceeded into sales in 1992 and obtained my principal’s licence in 1995 then went onto purchase my own office in 1997.

Tell us about the first property you sold: I remember it clearly. It was late 1992 and my husband’s friend rang and said he wanted to purchase an investment property but he was suspicious of real estate agents. I showed him numerous properties and he purchased a new unit in Arwen Street, Maroochydore. I then went on to sell three out of the four units in the complex.

What was your most recent sale?

I recently auctioned unit 218/120 Alexandra Parade. My seller followed my suggestion on marketing which was an internet package and print advertising for four weeks in My Weekly Preview. This resulted in 23 inspections, four active buyers, two bidding at auction, and it selling under the hammer. Everyone was excited and it made me realise why I still do this job.

What do you love most about your job?

Helping people. To help the seller move on to their next dream and help the buyer get excited about the purchase of their new property is such a buzz. Being with like-minded people who love to laugh and who are motivated in a positive way.

COAST BUILDERS SHINE AT STATE AWARDS

Integrale Homes’ The Seaview

What is the most difficult thing about your job?

Telling sellers that the market will not pay the high price they think it is worth.

What’s best – auction or private treaty?

I now feel auction is the best, because it has a time frame, we know we have got the best price for our seller, and the certainty of the sale proceeding.

How have you seen the property market change in the past 12 months?

We are now experiencing a lot more enquiry due to the new hospital and the Maroochydore CBD development.

How do you see it changing in the next 12 months?

With these developments taking shape and attractive interest rates, buyer activity will certainly increase.

TIP FOR BUYERS: Meet with a bank or broker to get yourself into a position to purchase, as the properties are being sold very quickly. A seller will take the strongest offer so be a step ahead.

TIP FOR SELLERS: Feel comfortable with your agent. Listen to their suggested marketing, as they have worked hard to obtain the most cost effective way to achieve the best price in the shortest time frame.

The strength of the Sunshine Coast’s building industry was apparent at the Master Builders Queensland Housing and Construction Awards, with eight awards linked to projects within the region.

Winners spanned across construction, individual home, display home and medium density categories, showcasing the wide range of expertise and talent among Coast builders to the 500 awards guests at the Royal International Convention Centre in Brisbane on October 14.

Although Austen Ritchie Builder, Watpac Construction and McDonald Jones Homes scooped the major awards, among local businesses to edge out the state’s best were Ausmar Homes, which won the Sporting Facilities up to $5 million construction category for the Maroochy River Golf Club. Hutchinson Builders won the Health Facilities up to $5 million for their work on Gympie Radiology, while builder Joe McGuirk of J Co Constructions won the Individual Home $251,000-350,000 for The Emperor; Muir Developments secured the next price bracket $351,000-450,000 for their distinctive split level Buderim home and a Maleny home by DJ Sommer Homes won the $551,000-650,000 category.

THE LOCAL AWARD WINNERS Sporting facilities: Ausmar Homes Health facilities: Hutchinson Builders Individual Home categories: J Co Constructions; Muir Developments; DJ Sommer Homes Display Homes: Integrale Homes Medium Density: Rycon Constructions Residential building (highrise): RCQ Construction

Maroochydore, 20 Summer Drive

AUCTION

Prestige Living Steps Away From Maroochydore River • Stunning high ceilings providing breezes and natural light • Cornerless stacker doors marry the expansive indoor living areas with the outdoor entertaining overlooking crystal blue swimming pool • Architecturally designed kitchen finished with oversized stone top island bench and modern top of the range appliances • Ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning • Low maintenance, sophisticated and functional with ample storage space • Double lock up remote garage

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS

350 HIGHLANDS ROAD, EUDLO

25 NORTHWOOD COURT, BUDERIM

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

Auction on site Saturday October 22 @ 5pm

$523,500 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Harcourts Buderim 5445 2777

Next Property Group, Anne Wallace

Justin Boyanton 0458 608 257 41-45 SUTHERLAND STREET, BUDERIM

32 HAMILTON CLOSE, MOOLOOLAH VALLEY

AUCTION RESULTS

$600,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Auction on site Friday October 21 @ 11am

The easiest way to check out

Next Property Group, Anne Wallace

the latest auction results. Email

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auctions@myweeklypreview.com.au

$361,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Harcourts Buderim 5445 2777 Justin Boyanton 0458 608 257 30 SCRUB ROAD, COOLUM

RealWay Property Consultants

Auction on site Saturday October 22 @ 11am

21 LAVARACK CRESCENT, BUDERIM

Riddell Real Estate 5442 1888

Caloundra, James Reynolds

350 Highlands Road, Eudlo

Next Property Group 1300 400 777

1 CARREE STREET, CALOUNDRA WEST

3 TOPAZ CRESCENT, CALOUNDRA WEST

Craig Porter 0411 554 880

$505,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car

$413,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

RealWay Property Consultants Caloundra,

RealWay Property Consultants Caloundra,

Darren Ide

Cameron Dart

PASSED IN / 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 44 CHELSEA CRESCENT, MINYAMA Auction on site Saturday October 22 @ 2pm Elite Lifestyle Properties 5444 0111 Mark Unkel 0412 738 675

MARKET TRACKER

3 TALL TREES WAY, LITTLE MOUNTAIN

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast:

$532,500 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Andrew Dyce, Carmel

9 CLATWORTHY COURT, BUDERIM

LaMacchia & Kerri Johnston

$725,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car 9/6 TARAWA STREET, PARREARRA

Next Property Group, Craig Porter

$1,350,000 / 4 bed, 3 bath, 2+car 17 COACHWOOD STREET, BUDERIM

Next Property Group, Karen Jones

$955,000 / 7 bed, 4 bath, 2 car 152/2 PEREGRINE DRIVE, WURTULLA

Next Property Group, Craig Porter

$350,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car 1 GOSSAMER DRIVE, BUDERIM

Next Property Group, Kylie Tredrea & Karen Jones

$590,000 / 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

32 Hamilton Close, Mooloolah Valley

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DUAL-LIVING IN BUDERIM This large private block offers dual-living that would suit elderly parents, teenagers or a tenant. The main home boasts three bedrooms plus a study, that could be used as a fourth bedroom.

The master bedroom features an ensuite and Plantation shutters. The exterior of the home has been freshly painted, as has the roof. The property also boasts an inground pebblecrete pool with waterfall, plus a large outdoor entertaining area. A large shed with slab is perfect for a workshop or storage area. In addition, there are three garden sheds on the property. The on-site studio apartment is an added bonus and located near the main residence.

Just a 3 minute drive to Maleny township and walking distance to o g local schools. Only 30 minutes drive to the Sunshine Coast’s stunning beaches, and only 40 minutes to Sunshine Coast Airport. This is yourr chance to live the dream life in this stunning hinterland oasis.

Don’t hesitate, these blocks are selling off the plan NOW! d This is the final stage so if you’re serious about Maleny land then now is the time for action!

For more information contact Exclusive Agent Jess Luthje 0438 616 064 or jess@malenyrealty.com.au

42 JARRAH ROAD, BUDERIM 5 bed, 3 bath, 3 car $685,000 Harcourts Buderim 5445 2777 Keith Suttenfield 0415 299 257

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apturing the essence of relaxed, coastal living and only minutes walk to the CBD, this property is located in Sunshine Cove. The low maintenance freehold property will give you more time for living. Boasting 260m2 of home on a fully fenced allotment, it features four large bedrooms. There is an office nook and media room.

The master bedroom, located upstairs, has a balcony, walk-in-robe and ensuite. The centrepiece of the home is the open plan kitchen with stone benches. It opens on to the private outdoor area, which is perfect for entertaining.

6 MACLEAY LANE, MAROOCHYDORE 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Buyers in the $600,000s Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

ENTERTAINER’S DELIGHT Design Designed Desi gned ed w with ith it h en ente entertaining tert rtai aini ning ng iin n mi mind mind, nd,, home this th is h ome om e is ffinished inis in ishe hed d wi with th tthe he ffinest ines in estt fixtures and tasteful neutral colours, while maximising the use of the large block of land. Standout features include an electronic front security gate, fully-fenced and low maintenance yard and secure parking. The entertainer’s kitchen contains stone benchtops and a SMEG gas stove and appliances. The home boasts multiple living zones including a separate media room.

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23 Rakumba Place, MOUNTAIN CREEK

Situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac street, enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and entertaining all at your back door.

• The perfect north east aspect, the home is a true entertainer • Huge private deck for entertaining overlooking the water • Private pontoon and ocean access with 40m of white sand • Kitchen flows outside and joins the large open plan living area P L AT I N U M S E R V I C E

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AUCTION

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This could be your last opportunity to secure this beautiful acreage property. With growing interest, this Mooloolah Valley gem simply will not last. Tastefully renovated and on 2.7 acres of land, the accent is on outdoor living and lifestyle, with an array of activities at your fingertips. A fenced area around the house with a large cubby is a haven for kids.

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Friday October 21st at 11.00am, on site View Friday 10.30 - 11.00am harcourts.buderim.com.au/QB2232

Justin Boyanton 0458 608 257

AUCTION SATURDAY

Eudlo, 350 Highlands Road

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Saturday October 22nd at 5.00pm, on site View Saturday 4.30 - 5.00pm harcourts.buderim.com.au/QB2354

Justin Boyanton 0458 608 257

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

PLATYPUS CREEK, Dulong (Access off Thrushs Road) OPEN Y SATURDA m a 0 :3 0 -1 9

TOWN LIVING AT ITS BEST

New Acreage Land Release Located In The Beautiful Rolling Hills Of Dulong With lots ranging from 1 acre up to 5 acres and with predominantly northerly aspects, these usable acreage lots are easy to build on with plenty of room for the entire family to spread out, whether its dad working in his shed or the kids running around playing tag or kicking a ball, this is the ideal lifestyle to raise your family.

The majority of these elevated acreage lots will suit slab on ground homes.

Price: From $289,000 Inspect: Saturday 9:00am - 10:30am outstandingagents.com.au ID: 16155165

This townhouse is perfect for an investor or first home buyer with low body corporate, high rental return and ample space.

Offering three good sized bedrooms with built-ins, large living area with air conditioning, generous kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast bar, big courtyard and easy to maintain gardens. It has a single lock up drive through garage with internal access.

The complex is pet friendly and located only five minutes from Caloundra’s CBD and the Bruce Highway. It is currently tenanted at $340 per week.

3/26 BIRCH STREET, CALOUNDRA WEST 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $325,000 Century 21 Coastal 5438 1177 Shayne Mayers 0413 540 830

Steve Perry 0418 711 955 Sharon Heays 0499 205 409 RE/MAX Property Sales

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This fantastic acreage home has it all! North east facing living areas overlooking pool and adjoining nature reserve. Only a short distance to Landsborough town and schools. Inspections are a must.

• 4 bedrooms, plus study, ducted air conditioning, fans throughout • Sparkling inground pool with gazebo, deluxe playground, 6,384m2 block

Inspect: Saturday and Sunday 11 - 11.30am Price: Offers under $800,000 Michael Berry 0407913773 For more details visit outstandingagents.com.au

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MOUNTAIN CREEK

AUCTION

88 NEWRY STREET

Forever Home Must Be Sold Due To Work Transfer Designed with entertaining and an easy Queensland lifestyle in mind this attractive Edge Developments quality home is finished off with the finest fixtures, superb features and tasteful neutral colours, whilst maximising the most out of the large 581m² block of land.

Including standout features, such as: • Electronic front security gate to a fully fenced low maintenance yard, with secure parking for up to eight vehicles • Entertainer’s kitchen located at the heart of the home with stone benchtops, soft close drawers and doors, SMEG 900mm gas stove and appliances • Multiple living zones including a separate media room/lounge room, open plan family/dining room, a purpose built rumpus, plus alfresco dining • Large master suite, with oversized walk in robe and a stylish ensuite with floor to ceiling wall tiles, double sinks and a shower fit for a king AUCTION On site Saturday 5th November at 2pm INSPECT Saturday 11-11.45am and Wednesday 5-6pm SIPPY DOWNS 07 5450 1515 GAVIN FLATON 0414 826 687 WEB www.fnlifestyle.com.au Beerwah - 5494 6444

Maroochydore - 5443 3377

Nambour - 5441 1344

Caloundra - 5438 2166

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800

Sippy Downs - 5450 1515

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AUCTION BUDERIM’S BEST VALUE PROPERTY - VIEWS AND VERSATILITY 12 Honeyeater Close, Buderim Sellers circumstances have changed dramatically as they are moving to Brisbane! This property must be sold – please disregard all previous price expectations! Perfectly positioned with an ideal north eastern aspect and expansive ocean views this elevated multi-level home offers a stylish, relaxed and low maintenance lifestyle. Catering for family, executive and/or entertaining living this property offers a versatile floor plan with the flexibility of 4 or 5 bedrooms. This impressive property is further complimented by the heated pool and spa, low maintenance gardens, double garage and additional off street parking.

5 Bed | 4 Bath | 2 Car • North east facing timber deck • Dual living options • Heated pool and spa • Parent’s retreat with sea views • Space for boat/caravan • 4 minutes to Mooloolaba Beach • Security system

Auction: On Site, Saturday October 29th at 1pm Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am Anne Wallace 0418 769 466 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

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POTENTIAL PLUS - LEVEL 1045M2 BLOCK, VIEWS, DUAL LIVING, BUDERIM ON TOP 21 Lavarack Crescent, Buderim

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Sites like this are nearly extinct and as a result are hugely sought after! Sitting proudly on an all level, double block of 1,045m2 and boasting serene ocean and hinterland views, this one screams potential plus. The one or two bedroom, fully self-contained unit on ground level adds to the appeal. The main home consists of four bedrooms (main with recently refurbished ensuite), vaulted ceilings and beautiful bamboo flooring. The stylish main bathroom has also had a recent upgrade. The kitchen is ripe for a makeover and the 9mx4.5m inground swimming pool will be a massive hit in the coming summer months. You will need to act quickly to secure as properties like this simply do not present every day!

• 1,045m2 level block on the top of Buderim • Walk to shops, medical centre • Dual living with self-contained unit • Potential plus to add more value • Rain water tanks and town water • 9m x 4.5m inground pool • Solar panels, split system air conditioning

Price: Buyers In The $900,000s Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am Craig Porter 0411 554 880

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY- RARELY AVAILABLE Units 2 and 3, 9 Nelson Street, Golden Beach This location is forever, but the opportunity is not! Your choice of penthouse or sub-penthouse in a small block of only 3 apartments, with 1 per floor. The beautifully maintained, house-like apartments each have their own feel, and feature open plan light filled living areas, well appointed kitchens, and wrap around balconies boasting gorgeous views over Pumicestone Passage.

Oversized double garages with internal access and low body corps are the envy of many. Shops, cafes, medical centres and the Coastal Pathway are at your doorstep. It’s rare to find one of these, let alone two!

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car • Secure block of only 3 units • 1 per floor - complete privacy • Wrap around balconies • Expansive living areas • Low maintenance, low fees • Suit permanent or holiday • Everything at your doorstep

Price: Contact Agents Inspect: Saturday and Sunday 10-10.30am Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184 Andrew Dyce 0410 504 764

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PROPERTY

CLASSIFIEDS HOUSES FOR SALE Real Estate

2/18 Blackall St, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS & BEST BUYS COOLUM: 30 Scrub Rd Sat 10.30-11 Charismatic comfort – Coolum style! Location, ocean view, quality construction. Immaculate presentation inside and out, unique, irresistible street appeal. Upstairs provides large o/plan living area, kitchen & dining, spacious east facing deck. 3 generous sized bedrooms and ensuite. D/ stairs a fabulous rumpus/ multi purpose room (large enough to create another 2 brms if required). Games room + bathroom. 2 blocks from Coolum Beach. AUCTION Oct 22nd at 11am NAMBOUR: 46 Rigby St Sat 12-12.40 This 1341m2 property offers a number of development options. Close to town centre & schools. Fully fenced gently sloping block, 2 bedroom cottage, country style kitchen $419,000 COES CREEK: 28 Burruma Court Sat 1-1.40 REDUCED! 3 bed home with 2 living areas on 2 fenced flat 900m yard + pool and large undercover entertainment area. Double lock-up garage + carport and garden shed. Worth an inspection. $373,000 WEST WOOMBYE: Large home with convenient access to Woombye & schools. Features 2 separate living areas, huge country kitchen, 4 beds + office, 2 bath, north facing verandah entertainment area.

High $600,000s WOOMBYE: Popular Woombye estate. Close to Woombye town and short drive to Nambour. Pole home, open plan yet designed to give separation. 4 beds, 2baths, 2car accom. Outdoor deck leads of open plan lounge, study and separate family room. Outdoor deck. The home has a homely feel, the kitchen is stylish and functional with plenty of bench and cupboard space.

This home is priced to sell at $499,000 HIGHWORTH: NEW LISTING ! 1st home or investment property? Neat 3 bedroom lowset brick, combined lounge/dining, covered rear patio, 2 carport accom.

Currently tenanted @ $355/wk. Ideal opportunity! Priced to sell at $369,000 NAMBOUR: THE MILL, 10 -12 Mill Lane Six 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses to choose from. Priced from $349,900 Plus 57m2 retail opportunity. Under Construction (artist’s impression) $285,000

BUDERIM BEAUTY Situated on an impressive 801m2 corner allotment, this single level home offers a contemporary option for first homebuyers, growing families and investors. The home consists of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious living room and large, open kitchen and dining area. The generous sized master bedroom includes access to the garden and pool. The expansive kitchen offers views outdoors to the covered alfresco entertaining area, saltwater pool and gardens. There is off-street parking suitable for a boat, trailer or caravan and a double car garage. Centrally located, this home is only minutes from Buderim Village, Mooloolaba beach and the new Maroochy CBD.

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Block sizes from 800m2 and offering wide frontages. Situated in an ideal location, with easy access to a range of shopping, coastal beaches and more.

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Are you wanting to sell or know what your property is worth?

Riddell Real Estate services Woombye, Nambour, Palmwoods and all Hinterland areas. Local knowledge... Your Local Agent!

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 John Pyne 0418 710 209 Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 Virginia Brown 0400 763 837

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Qualified, mature electrician Fully insured, reasonable rates

COOLUM CHARISMA – VIEWS, IMMACULATE – SELLING TODAY!!

Superb presentation, high ceilings, timber floors, large east facing deck with views to the ocean. Two separate large living areas with option to create downstairs dual living or additional 1-2 bedrooms. Cypress pine timber cladding and floors, inground salt water pool and private poolside patio/BBQ area. Just 2 blocks/2 minute walk to the beach, 5 minutes to Coolum shops. One owner property – now downsizing.

SELLING THIS WEEKEND - COOLUM’S BEST BUY! Auction: On site this Saturday October 22 at 11am Inspect: Saturday 10.30-11am Contact: Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 www.riddellrealestate.com.au/403889844

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 | Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 | John Pyne 0418 710 209 | Virginia Brown 0400 763 837

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RENTALS

No job is too small › Fans, light switches, powerpoints & lights › Installation, repairs & maintenance

Graeme Pearson

BUDERIM $340pw 2 1 3 Large Townhouse in quiet complex. Handy to shops, school and transport. Available 14th November.

BUDDINA $395pw 1 1 2 Lovely unit, short walk to shops, library, beach and restaurants, ideal location, open plan.

Available now.

MERIDAN PLAINS $440pw 2 2 3 Light and airy unit close to schools, kindy, Aldi shops and hotel. Fully fenced, pet on application Available now.

MAROOCHYDORE $450pw 1 1 4 Commercial zoning – small business, office space separate from the home. No pets. Available now.

2 2 3 GOLDEN BEACH $500pw Highset beach house with water views, lovely fenced front yard and in a very central location.

Available now.

KAWANA ISLAND $520pw 2 2 4 Lovely family home in quiet cul de sac surrounded by waterfront walking paths and parks. Pet possible. Available now.

2 2 MINYAMA $650pw 3 Waterfront home with fresh paint and carpets, large living and rumpus. Available now.

BUDDINA $770pw 3 2 5 Large beachfront house, Two levels, chef kitchen. Large fenced yard. Enjoy summer. Pets negotiable. Available now.

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

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6.10pm Pointless.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 QI. (PG) 8.30 Miniseries: Code Of A Killer.

(M) Part 3 of 3.

9.20 DCI Banks. (M) 10.05 Hard Quiz. (PG) 10.35 Lateline.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG) Part 3 of 3.

9.30 Selling Houses Australia.

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10.40 To Be Advised.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Ready For Takeoff. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Top Gun. (1986) (PG) Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer.

10.45 MOVIE Toy Soldiers. (1991) (M) Sean Astin, Wil Wheaton, Keith Coogan.

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Living Room.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Chat show with celebrity guests.

9.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) 10.30 To Be Advised.

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6pm Rachel Khooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cosmopolitan Cook.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Private Lives Of The Tudors. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Grace Of Monaco.

(2014) Nicole Kidman, Tim Roth, AndrĂŠ Penvern. A Hollywood star marries the Prince of Monaco.

SATURDAY

6.30pm Gardening Australia.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Agatha Raisin. (PG) 8.20 Home Fires. (PG) Miriam tries to stop David from enlisting.

9.05 The Doctor Blake Mysteries.

(M) Derek is found dead.

10.05 The Agony Ofâ&#x20AC;Ś (M) 10.35 Call The Midwife. (M)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 MOVIE Thor: The Dark World.

(2013) (PG) Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston.

9.30 MOVIE Clash Of The Titans.

(2010) (M) Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes. A king recruits a warrior.

11.45 The Goldbergs. (PG)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 MOVIE How To Train Your Dragon. (2010) (PG) Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera.

9.00 MOVIE The Equalizer. (2014) (MA15+) Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas, ChloĂŤ Grace Moretz.

11.45 MOVIE Seeking Justice.

(2011) (MA15+)

6.30pm Scorpion. (PG) 7.30 MacGyver. (M) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. The hunt for the chess-piece killer continues.

9.30 MOVIE World War Z. (2013) (M) Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, Matthew Fox. A man battles a zombie outbreak.

11.50 48 Hours. (MA15+)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The White House.

Part 2 of 2.

8.30 Grand Tours Of Scotland: Far From The Madding Crowd.

Presented by Paul Murton.

9.00 Soccer. EPL. Bournemouth v Tottenham. From Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, England.

SUNDAY

6pm QI. (PG) 6.30 Compass. (PG) 7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (PG) 8.30 Poldark. (PG) Demelza cautions Ross about the smugglers.

9.30 Wolf Hall. (MA15+)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 The X Factor. (PG) With the auditions ďŹ nished and the three seat challenge completed, The X Factor ďŹ nalists take to the stage for their ďŹ rst live performances. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

9.30 To Be Advised.

6pm Nine News.

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

9.30 Hyde & Seek. (M) Gary and Claire track a suspected terrorist.

10.30 Killer On The Line: Robin Garbutt. (M) 11.30 Unforgettable. (M)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.30 Australian Survivor. Presented

by Jonathan LaPaglia.

8.30 Just For Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival. (M) Hosted by Joel Creasey.

10.00 To Be Advised.

11.00 48 Hours. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 The Great Human Odyssey: Rise Of A Species. Part 1 of 3.

8.30 Being Evel. (M) Daniel Junge and Johnny Knoxville take a candid look at the American daredevil and icon, Robert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Evelâ&#x20AC;? Knievel.

10.20 Pauline Hanson: Please Explain! (PG)

MONDAY

6.10pm Pointless.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story: When Plans Change Pt 2.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative current affairs program.

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

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The X Factor. (PG) 8.40 The Secret Daughter. (PG) Layla becomes increasingly close to Jamie.

9.40 The Catch. (M) Ben continues to pursue his mark.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 Hyde & Seek. (M) Gary and Claire are caught in the crossďŹ re.

9.40 Australian Crime Stories: Dennis Allen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dr Death. (MA15+) 10.40 Person Of Interest. (M) 11.40 Undateable. (M)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) 9.30 Life In Pieces. (PG) 10.00 The Odd Couple. (PG) 10.30 Elementary. (M) 11.30 WIN News.

6pm Rachel Khooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Supervet. (PG) 8.30 Skies Above Britain: London Skies. (M) Part 5 of 5.

9.35 Richard Hammondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miracles Of Nature: Super-Senses.

10.35 SBS News.

TUESDAY

6.10pm Pointless.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Catalyst. (PG) Takes a look at scientiďŹ c stories.

8.30 Man Up. (M) Part 3 of 3.

9.30 Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity. (M) Part 2 of 2.

10.30 Lateline.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Gold Coast Medical. (PG) A manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legs and life get saved.

8.30 Cold Feet. (M) David and Adam try to cheer up Pete.

10.30 The Windsors. (M) 11.00 Chicago Fire. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 Unreal Estate. Kate and Cam explore a mansion.

9.40 How The Rich Live Longer. (PG) Presented by Dr Christian Jessen.

10.50 Doctor Doctor. (M) 11.50 20/20.

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor. Presented

by Jonathan LaPaglia.

9.00 Todd Sampsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Body Hack.

Presented by Todd Sampson.

10.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. The team travels to Syria.

11.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M)

6pm Rachel Khooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne.

6.30 SBS World News.

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

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS News.

WEDNESDAY

7pm News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Upper Middle Bogan. (M) Bess discovers that Julie has a secret sister.

9.00 Rosehaven. (M) 9.30 Adam Hills: Happyism. (M) 10.20 Lateline.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Beach Cops. (PG) 8.30 Ramsayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Hell. (M) Gordon Ramsay visits Towns Inn. 9.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) Hosted by Scott Cam. 8.40 Doctor Doctor. (M) Aoife confesses her love for Hugh.

9.40 The Truth About Alcohol. (PG) Explores the science of drinking.

11.00 Embarrassing Bodies. (M)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelorette Australia.

Hosted by Osher GĂźnsberg.

8.40 The Wrong Girl. Lilyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 30th birthday approaches.

9.40 Madam Secretary.

10.40 Hawaii Five-0.

11.30 WIN News.

6pm Rachel Khooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Tony Robinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hidden Britain

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8.30 24 Hours In Emergency: Father And Sons. (M) A builder falls off some scaffolding.

10.25 SBS News.

THURSDAY

YOUR PRIME TIME TV GUIDE

6.10pm Pointless.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Silviaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Table. (PG) 8.30 Miniseries: National Treasure.

(MA15+) Part 3 of 4.

9.20 Kevin McCloudâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Escape To The Wild: Tonga. (PG) 10.10 Shock Horror Aunty. (MA15+)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.00 Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Angriest. (PG) Footage of people losing their cool.

9.00 MOVIE Fury. (2014) (M) Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman.

A tank and its crew go behind enemy lines.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 Better Late Than Never. (PG) Part 4 of 4.

9.30 James Franco Roast. Hosted by Jonah Hill.

11.00 Survivor: Millennials Vs Gen X. (PG)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelorette Australia.

Hosted by Osher GĂźnsberg.

9.00 Law & Order: SVU. (M) An exonerated prisoner is accused of a crime.

11.00 Blue Bloods. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 Matthew Evansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; For The Love Of Meat. (PG) 8.30 Luke Nguyenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Street Food Asia. Luke continues to explore street food.

9.00 My Restaurant In India.

9.30 Outlander.

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FRIDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 The Midwives. 9.30 The Fried Chicken Shop.

10.20 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.50 Professor Green: Hidden And Homeless.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 News.

7.40 Mrs Brown’s Boys.

(M) 8.30 MOVIE Under The Tuscan Sun. (2003) (M) 10.50 For The Love Of Dogs. 11.20 SCU. 11.50 Bargain Hunt.

7.30pm MOVIE Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. (2011) (PG) 10.15 MOVIE Attack The Block.

(2011) (MA15+) 12am 1000 Ways To Die. (MA15+)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 MOVIE Lemony Snicket’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events. (2004) (PG) 8.40 MOVIE The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring. (2001) (M)

9pm MOVIE Ronin.

(1998) (M) Robert De Niro, Jean Reno, Natascha McElhone.

11.30 MOVIE Once Upon A Time In The West. (1968) (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 MacGyver. (PG) 8.30 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M) 9.30 MOVIE True Justice: Violence Of Action.

(2012) (M) 11.30 Nash Bridges.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 8.00 The Grinder. (C) 8.30 MOVIE Dreamgirls.

(2006) (M) 11.05 Sex And The City.

SATURDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Highway Thru Hell. 8.15 Would I Lie To You? 8.45 Rosehaven. 9.15 Live At The Apollo. 10.00 Catastrophe. 10.25 Episodes. 10.55 The Spoils Of Babylon.

6pm The Hairy Bikers’ Northern Exposure.

(PG) 7.00 MOVIE Sister Act. (1992) (PG) 9.10 MOVIE Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit.

(1993) (G) 11.30 Best Houses Australia.

6pm Cowboys Of The Sea. (PG) 7.00 Highway Patrol. (PG) 7.30 Wicked Tuna. (M) 8.30 MOVIE The Rock.

(1996) (M) 11.20 1000 Ways To Die. 11.50 Wicked Tuna.

6pm MOVIE The Spy Next Door. (2010) (PG) 8.00 MOVIE Around The World In 80 Days.

(2004) (PG) Jackie Chan, Steve Coogan, Cécile De France.

10.30 MOVIE Mr Nice Guy. (1997) (M)

7pm MOVIE Firefox.

(1982) (PG) Clint Eastwood, Freddie Jones, David Huffman.

9.45 MOVIE Heartbreak Ridge.

(1986) (M) Clint Eastwood, Marsha Mason, Everett McGill.

6pm Jamie & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club. 7.00 Meerkats: Secrets Of An Animal Superstar.

8.00 Undercover Boss.

(M) 9.00 Megastructures Breakdown. 10.00 Zoo. (M)

6pm The Loop 250th Special. (PG) 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 Jane The Virgin. (M) 10.30 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 11.30 Sex And The City. (MA15+)

SUNDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Stan Lee’s Superhumans.

8.10 Miracle On Everest. 9.05 Fahrenheit 9/11. 11.05 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends. 11.55 The Fried Chicken Shop.

7pm For The Love Of Dogs. 7.30 Around The World With Manu.

8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 The House That £100K Built: Tricks Of The Trade.

6pm Seinfeld. (PG) 6.30 MOVIE The Mummy. (1999) (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Lucy.

(2014) (MA15+) 10.45 MOVIE Mortal Kombat: Annihilation.

(1997) (M)

6pm Legend Of The Boneknapper Dragon.

6.30 MOVIE Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

(2014) (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Transformers: Age Of Extinction.

(2014) (M) 11.50 Adult Swim. (MA15+)

6.40pm Sparks Of Invention. 7.40 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 Major Crimes. (MA15+) 9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (M) 10.40 The Closer. (M) 11.40 Murder In The First. (M)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 CSI: Cyber. (M) 8.30 Lands Of The Monsoon. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE The Game.

(1997)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 Futurama. 7.00 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 The Simpsons. 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 MOVIE Jack Reacher.

(2012) (M)

MONDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 Class. (M) 8.30 Class.

9.20 Ross Kemp: Extreme World. (M) 10.05 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M) 10.35 Fahrenheit 9/11.

(M)

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. (PG) 8.30 Wallander. (M) 10.30 Air Crash Investigation.

(PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

(PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars.

(PG) 7.30 To Be Advised. 9.00 Family Guy. (M) 10.30 American Dad! (PG) 11.30 Rude Tube. (M) 12am Pawn Stars. (PG)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 Top Gear: Spanish Supercar Road Trip. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Hummingbird. (2013) (MA15+) 11.00 Tattoo Fixers. (MA15+)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 David Attenborough’s The Blue Planet. (PG) 8.40 Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey. (PG) 9.40 Nature’s Weirdest Events. (PG) 11.00 To Be Advised.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 Undercover Boss. 8.30 Undercover Boss. (PG) 9.30 Motor Racing.

Formula 1. Race 18.

United States Grand Prix. 10.30 House Of Lies.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 8.30 Supernatural. 9.30 Scream Queens. 10.30 American Horror Story.

TUESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 Good Game. 9.00 The Wrong Mans. 9.30 Hard Time. 10.20 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.55 Ross Kemp: Extreme World.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Kingdom.

(PG) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.50 The Border. (PG) 11.50 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 MegaTruckers.

(M) 9.00 Ice Road Truckers. (M) 10.00 Counting Cars. (PG) 10.30 Restoration Garage.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 Big Bang.

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Ocean’s Twelve. (2004) (M) 11.00 Two And A Half Men. (PG) 11.30 South Beach Tow. (M)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 New Tricks. (PG) 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (M) 10.40 Cold Case. (M) 11.40 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 48 Hours. (M) 10.30 Rosewood.

11.30 Jake And The Fatman. (PG)

6.30pm Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Don’t Trust The B----. 8.30 How I Met Your Mother. 9.00 MOVIE Shaun Of The Dead.

(2004) (MA15+)

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. (M) 8.30 Man Up. (M) 9.30 Professor Green: Dangerous Dogs. (M) 10.15 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.45 Class. 11.50 Class.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) 8.30 Lewis. (M) 10.30 Waking The Dead.

(MA15+) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

(PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars.

(PG) 7.30 Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 9.00 American Restoration.

(PG) 10.00 American Pickers. (PG) 12am Pawn Stars. (PG)

6pm Regular Show.

6.30 Adv Time. 7.00 The Middle. 7.30 Auction Hunters. 8.30 Airplane Repo. 9.30 Baggage Battles. 10.00 Baggage Battles. 10.30 Storage Hunters. 11.30 Toy Hunter.

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (PG) 8.40 Midsomer Murders.

(M) 10.50 Silent Witness. (MA15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Smart Sharks: Swimming With Roboshark. 8.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 9.30 Megafactories. 10.30 24: Live Another Day.

6.30pm Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Futurama. 8.30 The Simpsons. 9.00 Son Of Zorn. 9.30 The Simpsons. 10.00 Bob’s Burgers.

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. 8.30 Hard Quiz. 9.00 Catastrophe. 9.30 Episodes. 10.00 The Spoils Of Babylon.

10.25 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries.

(M) 10.30 Some Mothers Do ’Ave ’Em. (PG) 11.15 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

(PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars.

(PG) 7.30 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 8.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 9.30 Storage Wars. (PG) 11.00 Hardcore Pawn.

(M) 12am Pawn Stars.

(PG)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Dark Knight Rises. (2012) (M) Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway. 11.45 Two And A Half Men. (PG)

6.30pm Friends. (PG) 7.30 What’s Your Emergency? (M) 8.30 Kings Cross ER. (M) 9.30 Embarrassing Bodies. (M) 11.30 Supersize Vs Superskinny. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 Moments Of Impact.

(PG) 8.30 Megastructures Breakdown. 9.30 Cops: Adults Only. (PG) 10.30 Undercover Boss.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Sahara. (2005) (M) 11.00 Sex And The City.

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Ding, ding here we go again with the next stop of WSL – Portugal.

Hopefully there will be some strong waves to sort some points.

Mr Slater is confirmed, although he seems to shine in larger conditions.

How cool to score a set of shark bite marks without much drama. Imagine old mate at the pub from King’s Beach last week: “Sorry boys I’m late. I had to fight off a shark attack. That’s how I roll.’’

Get what you can this weekend as north wind is on again, although Monday looks sweet.

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THURSDAY

DIGITAL CHOICE

ESTUARY: Mangrove jack are showing up on the high tides with Eudlo, Petrie and Coolum Creeks returning quality fish on live bait and rattling lures.

Flathead up to 85cm on the drift past the cod hole area jigging plastics. Remember, flathead sized above 75cm must be returned to the water as these are breeding. Trevally and tailor at Cotton Tree.

SURF: Tailor are biting just on dusk at Pincushion with WA pillies the best. Sand whiting in the low tide gutters from Maroochy bar to Alex. A few bream taking pilly pieces off the Mooloolah rock walls.

OFFSHORE: When conditions allow, the close in reefs are working well for mixed reef fish with the lead up to the full moon bringing in the bait. Spotty mackerel are working the bait, but in the last week they have been especially shy, so anchor and berley for the best results.

FRESHWATER: Lake Baroon is returning bass along the weed edges. Borumba Dam is also firing for bass and golden perch on either live shrimps or deep diving lures with some anglers nailing fish just as they push off from the boat ramp. Don’t forget your impoundment licence.

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Mercury moves through Scorpio (until November 12) so it’s the perfect time to study, research or do detective work. You’ll be in a mad rush on Saturday, when the Mars/Uranus square shortens your limited patience and increases your need for speed.

In order to achieve success, abstract ideas must be transformed into practical projects. And remember there’s a fine line between divine dreams and disappointing delusions (especially on Tuesday and Wednesday).

Get set for a terrific week! Mercury (your patron) powers through your daily routine (until November 12) sharpening your powers of observation. Then Mercury hooks up with the sun on Thursday, favouring business, education and friendship.

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The marvellous mid-week Venus/ Jupiter connection helps you pump up the charm. Colleagues or loved ones are looking to you to come up with some creative ideas. But don’t disappoint by promising the moon and then falling short in the delivery.

Venus and Jupiter encourage you to contribute to your local community.

And they also prompt you to broadcast your ideas. From Thursday onwards the sun, Mercury and the new moon remind you there’s a chores to do.

Mercury (your power planet) shifts into Scorpio until November 12.

So it’s time to plough through work.

Communicating your thoughts and feelings to a lover, friend or family member will be a relief and help the relationship move forward.

LIBRA [Sep 24-Oct 23]

SCORPIO [Oct 24-Nov 22]

SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23-Dec 21]

With party planets Venus and Jupiter linking up mid-week, it’s time to have fun, flirt and collaborate. So jump in and make the most of it! Then Mercury and the new moon indicate a major turnaround to do with money matters or self-esteem issues.

It’s a wonderful week to zero in on your special talent, and make a promise to yourself that you will develop it to full capacity. As singer Katy Perry (born on October 25, 1984) says “Find out what your gift is and nurture it.”

With Venus visiting your sign (and proactive Mars in your cash zone) you have the capability to make big money. And the capacity (and extravagance) to spend it! So strive to show some restraint, otherwise you’ll go from princess to pauper in a flash.

CAPRICORN [Dec 22-Jan 20]

AQUARIUS [Jan 21-Feb 19]

PISCES [Feb 20-Mar 20]

Mighty Mars is charging through your sign, so don’t hesitate to grab lucky opportunities when they appear. If you maintain motivation and are passionately proactive, then your life will start to move in dynamic new directions.

With the planets stimulating your career zone, start thinking about strategic ways to create work opportunities and maximise your professional potential. So it’s the perfect week to get feedback from your boss, clients or customers.

Mid-week Venus/Jupiter vibes are wonderful for work and money.

But don’t mislead someone by giving them mixed signals. On the weekend, prepare for a fresh start in an area involving legal matters, education or commerce.

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

SUDOKU

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An animal that moves very slowly A judge on The Voice, – Goodrem US singer and actor Metal transmission that makes a car move?

Film accolade also known as an Oscar, Academy – Is placed on a cake or sweet Electronic mail Religious figure

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

2110

SCATTERWORD: PROPRIETY, property, pyrite, pyrope, poetry, priory, piety, ropey, toyer, pryer, terry, rorty, yeti, oyer, yore, toey, prey, pyre, type, trey, tyre, pity, ropy, tory, troy, tyro.

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THE LAST WORD

A NEW CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT Richard O’Leary says it’s time for a woman to lead the US, but it’s not who you think.

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f the continuing Trump circus has taught us anything, it’s that this is the right time for the most powerful nation in the world to elect a woman as its president.

A woman who is smart.

A woman with class.

A woman with passion.

A woman with integrity.

A woman with a quiet dignity.

A woman who knows the difference between right and wrong.

A woman with the widespread respect of the American population.

Now being a republican in the Australian context of the word (one who thinks we should do away with the monarchy), I’m not in favour of anything that hints at dynastic rule, but on this occasion I’m willing to make an exception.

Of course I am talking about…

Michelle Obama.

Her response to the release of the video of Trump boasting about sexually

assaulting women, will go down as one of the great speeches of the modern political era. I have written many political speeches, and seen many more delivered, so I’d like to think I’m a pretty tough judge – but I was totally mesmerised by her performance.

Not only what she was saying, but how she

“I was totally mesmerised by her performance…” was saying it.

With the rhythm of a beat poet and the conviction of someone who truly cares, the First Lady tore down the wall of Trump’s defence that his 2005 diatribe was just “locker room talk”.

“I can’t stop thinking about this — it has shaken me to my core,” Michelle Obama said.

“This is disgraceful, it is intolerable.

“No woman deserves to be treated this way — none of us deserves this kind of abuse.

“I can’t believe that I’m saying that a candidate for President of the United States has bragged about sexually assaulting women.

“I feel it so personally. It’s like that sick, sinking feeling you get when you’re walking down the street minding your own business and some guy yells out vulgar words about your body, or when you see that guy at work that stands just a little too close, stares a little too long so you feel uncomfortable in your own skin.

“We simply cannot endure this, or expose our children to this any longer — not for another minute, and let alone for four years.

“This has got to stop right now.”

Imagine if Michelle Obama was a candidate… now that could make America great again. rolearylastword@gmail.com

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