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THE FIRST WORD

CONTENTS Quick chat Fast facts Cover story Socials Star style News summary Travel My body My life Local news My opinion Profile Our 50th year Business & finance Motoring My time My style Education promotion My home My Property Preview TV guide/surf & fishing report Crossword/sudoku/stars The last word Photo of the week

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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.

The financial challenges to retirement in 2017 2017 is already shaping up to be a financial year like no other. Donald Trump, global volatility, low cash rates, a stalling economy and the talk of currency wars!

On top of this our government is making important changes to your Superannuation and to your Centrelink entitlements.

As heard on Money Minute – every Tuesday & Thursday on 104.9 Sunshine FM Julie Schafer, Senior Adviser, ES&A Financial Services

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n a dry, hot summer’s day last month, as Coast residents held their breath and hoped for a positive outcome, more than 170 brave men and women battled the blaze that raged at Coolum.

Among the heroes was Nigel Terrell, who was one of the first firefighters on the scene.

He went on to spend four days battling the blaze – the biggest he has witnessed on the Sunshine Coast.

This week Leigh Robshaw speaks with Terrell about his life in the Rural Fire Service.

Also this edition, we catch up with another good Aussie bloke, Scotty Cam. The DIY king, who is known nationally for his work on television series The Block and for assisting charities, talks about the renovation revolution that has our nation in its clutches.

We certainly are a house-proud bunch.

In addition, don’t miss our travel section where we take you on a short yet relaxing getaway, as well as our beauty, entertainment and property sections.

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QUICK CHAT

LAWS OF NATURE

David Knobel of Maleny is an award-winning USC law student who plans to turn his talents to large-scale renewable energy projects.

WHERE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST DO YOU LIVE?

WHERE DO YOU TAKE VISITORS WHEN THEY COME TO THE COAST?

I live in Maleny with my partner, our seven-year-old son, his aunty, his two cousins, two dogs, two cats and a guinea pig.

Maleny is the best of both worlds, not too far from the beach but with the benefit of the beautiful mountain air and amazing environment.

I usually suggest a climb of Mt Ngungun or a visit to one of the natural waterholes we have in the hinterland.

BEST DAY IN YOUR LIFE? I try to be grateful for every day I have, but if I had to limit it to just one day, it would have to be the day my son was born.

Even though it was a long labour, it was so wonderful to be there with my partner for the whole thing and to do it at home with the support of our beautiful midwife and my partner’s family was really special.

WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? Last year was a pretty big year for me as president of the University of the Sunshine Coast Law Students’ Association and co-chair of the USC Student Representative Council. I stepped away from both those roles this year as I was accepted into the 2017 Law Honours program, so I’ll be spending most of my spare time with my head in the books writing my thesis. I have a number of research interests but I plan to focus on compensation for loss of native title.

When I’m finally finished my degree at the end of the year, I’m hoping to get a graduate position with a large firm as a projects lawyer specialising in large-scale renewable energy projects.

YOUR GREATEST REGRET? I try not to have regrets because I think every experience we have, whether they are good or bad, provides us with something to learn from, to assist our growth. While I would have loved to have travelled more before starting a career or beginning a family, that’s not really a regret because all my future travel will be enriched by sharing it with my family.

WHAT ACHIEVEMENT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF?

FAVOURITE BOOK? I love Tim Winton as an author and particularly enjoyed Cloudstreet, Dirt Music and Breath, but my favourite book is probably To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. I always admired Atticus Finch, both as a father and a lawyer, and his unwavering pursuit of justice.

WHAT ARE YOU READING NOW? I’m currently reading Hannah Kent’s debut novel Burial Rights. It is a great pleasure reading a piece by such a skilled storyteller and I look forward to reading her new one.

BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN? Be yourself, because no one else will be. I’ve tried to implement this advice as I’ve gotten older. When I first started my career I thought I needed to make sure I was moulding myself to fit into the office culture but denying your values, overriding your principles or pretending to be someone you are not leads to a very short and unhappy career.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED HERE? My partner and I moved to Maleny from Dalby in 2002 so we might just be able to call ourselves local by now. We have lived exclusively in the Sunshine Coast hinterland between Maleny and Nambour so have never experienced the beach lifestyle but I try and get to down to the water as often as possible.

On a personal level I would have to say raising my son to be an inquisitive, adventurous, kind-hearted young person makes me most proud. But as a law student, I think winning the third Annual Herbert Smith Freehills International Negotiation Competition hosted by the National Law University, Delhi last year and doing that with my great friend, Callum Lee, has to rate as my greatest professional achievement. It was a great testament to the quality of the teaching at the USC Law School that we achieved such a result, given the Law School is only three years old.

WHY DO YOU LIVE HERE?

YOU ARE HAPPIEST WHEN?

The laidback lifestyle, the natural environment, the beauty, the people. What more can I say, we live in an amazing part of the world.

I’m camping with my family. There’s so much great camping on the Sunshine Coast and one of my greatest pleasures is exploring it with my family.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST?

TEA OR COFFEE?

It would have to be a toss-up between our amazing beaches or the beautiful camping we have in the hinterland.

My preference would be a top-shelf, single malt Islay Scotch whiskey, but if that is unavailable or the occasion is inappropriate, then a black earl grey tea will suffice.

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COVER STORY

RENOVATION REVOLUTION Home renovation has become a national Australian pastime that goes above and beyond just fixing up your digs. WORDS: Candice Holznagel.

“While it wasn’t exactly what I dreamed of, I knew straight away it certainly would be”

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t’s been the Great Australian Dream for decades – to own a plot of dirt, a place to call our own.

As for what the ‘average’ Aussie desires for their home? It’s up for debate.

According to the 2013 Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Australian Social Trends report (the most recent figures), separate houses make up 74 per cent of private dwellings and the average home consists of three bedrooms.

Size and location aside, one thing is for sure – we’re a house-proud nation, and this pride shows no signs of slipping.

Australia’s leading research company, Roy Morgan Research, has revealed that 8.4 million of the country’s 13.6 million home owners did some kind on renovation in 2016.

This figure jumped 57 per cent from 2013.

Growth in the Sunshine Coast’s building industry echoes these results, with experts saying we are in the midst of a renovation revolution. As property prices increase and land releases tighten, people are turning to the old-fashioned method to achieve their dream home.

Figures from Master Builders Queensland show the south-east corner of our state is a hive of activity, with $1.06 billion spent on alterations and additions in 2015. Here, on the Coast, our spend rose 9.9 per cent to $120.6 million.

Roy Morgan’s Renovation Nation: home

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improvement in Australia report, released last month, reveals minor repairs and alterations are the most popular home improvements followed by painting projects, plumbing and electrical contract work and decorative refurbishments.

Around 2.2 million homeowners spent more than $5000 renovating.

To confirm we are in the throes of a renovation resurgence, My Weekly Preview turned to a man who knows plenty about the

fascination with the industry.

Cam confirms the popular series will return to our screens with a “big surprise’’ in 2017.

When we speak, the Gold Logie winner, is true to form – down-to-earth. That Aussie twang, we all know and love, booms down the phone line.

Cam has been up since 4.30am. I’d like to say it’s because he is excited about our interview, or perhaps he’s been working,

“In Australia (we’re) all about owning our own home and then when we get our own home it’s all about improving it” Scotty Cam

industry. Known for his humble, Aussie persona, The Block host, Scotty Cam has built a solid career on screen.

The Channel Nine show averaged 2.104 million viewers across Australia’s capital cities when it aired the season finale in November.

It was the highest rating non-sport program for 2016, further proving our

hammer in hand, renovations underway.

Apparently not.

“I’ve just come back from fishing,’’ he says happily. “I’ve got an old 1955 lobster trawler done up. I’ve been out there since five-ish.

“Straight out from Sydney harbour. My 20-year-old has been on a cruise with his girlfriend and the ship came in this

morning… I cruised alongside him. We had a good laugh about it.’’

When the Sydneysider isn’t in front of the cameras, or spending time with his family, which includes wife Ann, son Charlie and twins Bill and Sarah, he is working on his own pet project.

With a couple of months off from television work following filming of The Block, Cam has been spending time in Mudgee where he knocked down an old shack on his property to make way for a new home.

It’s the ultimate DIY project, based on a “great bush block in central-west NSW. It’s just a few acres I got cheap about 14 years ago – bit of creek, some yabbies and a few big hills.’’

“I’ve been on it for a year or so and just ticking along with it,’’ Cam says. “It’ll be ready shorty. I run cattle and Black Angus grass fed and I have a fair bit of land. It’s good.”

Cam’s story reads something like an Aussie bush tale. He started in the carpentry game 32 years ago, at the age of 18, with his brother. Just before he turned 30, Cam started his own business.

“When I was 37 this fella came up to me in the pub one arvo and says: ‘Do you want to do a screen test for a TV show we’re doing?’

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COVER STORY That was Backyard Blitz, in 1999.”

The rest is history and as the Australian public’s interest in home renovation programs grows, so too does Cam’s career.

“I think people want to improve their lot in life,’’ he says.

“In Australia (we’re) all about owning our own home and then when we get our own home it’s all about improving it. We’ve been doing it since time began. My father did it 50 years ago.

“When you build a house you’ve got to get a builder in, when you do renovation you get to do it yourself. A lot of people are into DIY. The key to it, do it yourself.”

So, what are Cam’s top tips for renovators?

“I think to know your limitations, know what you can do and what you can achieve.

Most importantly, know your budget.

“People start renovations, and can’t finish it and run out of money. Take on small amounts at a time and what you can afford and achieve. Get to know your limitations; know what you can achieve to be of a good standard… always have a beer at the end of the day.

“The big thing about renovating, you’ve got to have a plan in place. Don’t change that plan. Every time you do a variation it costs you 10 thousand bucks.”

According to the Roy Morgan research, new homeowners are more likely to renovate or redecorate.

When Tanawha resident and interior stylist Danni Morrison and partner Matthew Murray purchased their property in September 2015, the renovation process began before they had even moved in.

“When I strolled down the long driveway and first laid eyes on this beautifully constructed, colonial style home, it literally took my breath away,’’ she says.

“While it wasn’t exactly what I dreamed of, I knew straight away it certainly would be.

“Thinking rationally, I looked for quality in the construction, fixtures and fittings, attention to detail, natural beauty, solid bones and this house had it all.”

In the past 18 months, the pair has painted the interior and exterior of the home, installed airconditioning, replaced all lighting

and fans, gutted and replaced the kitchen, sanded and whitewashed the Tasmanian oak flooring, relocated the pool house, extended the garage, landscaped the gardens and renovated two bathrooms.

Morrison is hopeful the reno will be completed in the next couple of months.

“My partner and I would discuss what we wanted, any relevant logistics, trades required and basically action from there.’’

So what has she learnt?

“To never renovate ever again. Just kidding, I’d take on another project tomorrow.

The past 18 months have been a huge learning curve for me because nothing ever goes to plan and you can depend on that.

“I’ve learnt to always add an extra 10 to 20 per cent to the budget for incidentals, because you can almost guarantee they’ll pop up. My advice for renovators – bring together a good, solid team of designers and trades that you genuinely like, respect and can rely on.

“As the Coast grows and new developments push further west, not everyone wants to live more than five to 10 minutes from our beautiful coastline.

Beachside property prices are high, which naturally compels buyers to purchase older houses and renovate.

“In conjunction with this, there’s increasing popularity of TV shows based on renovating, DIY and styling which offers consumers new confidence to battle renovations and DIY projects. The renovation revolution continues to grow, it’s fantastic.”

FAST FACTS • 5.8 million Australians undertook minor repair work in 2016. This is an increase of 700,000 since 2013.

• 3.7 million Aussies painted walls and ceilings. This is 3.5 million more people than in 2013.

• 3.4 million people undertook plumbing/electrical work.

• 2.9 million Australians did decorative refurbishments.

Source: Roy Morgan Research

RENO QUEEN’S TOP TIPS

The renovated outdoor deck Meet the Coast’s own renovation queen, Kelly Adame, who is an interior designer and has been renovating properties since she was 18. Together with husband Matt, she is currently undergoing her fifth renovation project.

WHY DO YOU RENOVATE? This is the fifth house I’ve renovated. I started with new builds and liked the feeling of a new home, but renovating gives you a real sense of achievement.

When you live in a home for a while, you start to work out how you could improve your living space, it’s almost like customising your home. The home we are renovating now is my first with my husband. It’s been an interesting journey as we have different taste in some things and similar in others; there has been some compromising along the way. We wanted to create our own resort, so we could escape the world when we finished work. We have since started a roofing company, MKA Roofing and now we work in our self-made resort.

husband and I, we have six children. Four of them still live with us, so we needed more bedrooms and another bathroom.

So, we built another bedroom, ensuite and WIR out the back of the house and turned it into a four-bedroom home. We also put a pool in and that was it for a few years.

The house had very little storage and a massive sunroom with a lot of unused areas. So I put in a walk-in linen cupboard in and formed a fifth bedroom.

We’ve since roofed over our deck and decked around the pool, created a bar at the end of the pool, put more storage in the carport.

WHAT IS THE HARDEST PART ABOUT RENOVATING? Being patient enough to live in an unfinished home.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT? Patience. And compromising with my husband.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR OTHER RENOVATORS?

We still have a way to go and what we first thought we’d do, has completely changed.

It’s been an eight-year journey, so there’s been time to really think about how we wanted it to turn out. Between my

It really does depend on new or renovating. Sometimes, you have to build to get everything you want. Finding a house with the right ‘bones’ to renovate can be the most difficult part.

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Lady Gaga performed during the halftime show of the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons.

HERE'S HOW CELEBRITIES CELEBRATED SUPER BOWL SUNDAY It’s known as America’s biggest sporting event and this year an average of 111.9 million people tuned in to watch the Super Bowl. About 60 million people worldwide joined the conversation on Facebook. Performer Lady Gaga got into the spirit wearing custom football gear.

Gisele Bündchen and her daughter were Tom Brady's biggest fans during the epic clash.

Atlanta Falcons’ Alex Mack prepares to snap the ball against the New England Patriots.

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LIFEFLIGHT FAREWELLS LIFE MEMBERS A special farewell event for recently retired LifeFlight board members Don Moffatt and Bill Freeman will be held to acknowledge their decades of community service to the Sunshine Coast. The Coast’s new AW139 helicopter will also be officially unveiled at the event, on Bill Freeman Don Moffatt February 17 at 6.30pm at the LifeFlight Maroochydore base, 122 Friendship Avenue, Sunshine Coast Airport. RSVP by February 14 to Annette Scolari on 5458 8700 or email Annette.scolari@lifeflight.org.au.

GET ON BOARD TO HELP THE EVENTS CENTRE The Events Centre is calling on the community to get behind it in its bid to secure more funding to upgrade the venue. You can help by sending a letter of support outlining how upgrades to include a covered set-down area at the front of the Centre, a lift between the car park and foyer, a new disabled toilet and a new air-conditioning system will benefit patrons and the broader community. Drop letters into the centre, send to The Events Centre, PO Box 5, Caloundra QLD 4551 or email to marketing@theeventscentre.com.au by February 14. You can also complete a survey at surveymonkey.com/r/eventscentreupgrade.

LEAGUE GREATS ON TOUR The Sunshine Coast will host huge NRL names when Fox League on Tour comes to the region later this month. Justin Hodges (pictured), Kevin Walters, Bryan Fletcher, Nathan Hindmarsh, James ‘The Professor’ Rochford and Andy Raymond will be at the Maroochy RSL in Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore on February 23 from 5.45pm. Fans on the 10-stop tour will be entertained by some of Queensland’s most loved players along with Fox Sports’ The Professor and comedic duo Fletch and Hindy. To register your attendance, visit foxsports.com.au.

The P100 group was created three years ago by SunnyKids and a group of socially engaged Sunshine Coast business people who wanted to give back to their community and help ensure the safety and future for the children in their community. The group is nearing a 100-strong membership and they are set to meet at the annual breakfast on February 16 at The Shed at Aussie World. To find out more about the P100 or to register for the free breakfast, visit sunnykids.org.au.

BIG LINE-UP FOR FIRST 2017 WOMEN’S BREAKFAST It’s love month and the Sunshine Coast Business Women’s Network wants to help you love your business at their first major event of 2017. Guest speakers will be sharing their expert knowledge along with answering your questions in all areas of advertising, promotion, social media, goal setting and work/life balance. They include Darryl Olson from My Weekly Preview, John Williams from 92.7 Mix FM and 91.9 Sea FM, Yvette Adams from The Creative Collective and Vickie Magic from Matters Magazine. The event will be held at The Lakehouse in Brightwater on February 14 from 6.30am and includes breakfast. Tickets are available until 5pm February 10 from scbwn.org.au.

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Queensland Health Minister Cameron Dick has announced the Sunshine Coast University Hospital will open progressively from March 21, ahead of the previously scheduled April date. The $1.87-billion complex is a game-changing project for the region. More than 1000 staff are already being trained and familiarised with the new hospital as construction has been completed, triggering the commissioning milestone. Mayor Mark Jamieson welcomes the early opening and says when the hospital is fully operational, it will mean around 10,000 patients each year will not have to travel to Brisbane for complex treatment.

SKID-RESISTANT SURFACE MAKES COAST ROADS SAFER Motorists will benefit from safety improvements on several major roads, thanks to a $300,000 skid resistance project. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey says the project involves work on 34 intersections across the Sunshine Coast using a specialised machine to create a textured asphalt surface that increases skid resistance. “Key locations include the Sunshine Motorway and Bribie Island, Woombye-Montville, Landsborough-Maleny, Maleny-Kenilworth and Strathpine-Samford roads,” Bailey says. Work will be staged over three weeks, with each section taking an average of two hours to complete.

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS FOR TIGER CUBS Australia Zoo’s tiger crew celebrated the first birthdays for Scout and Delilah, the Sumatran tiger cubs. The gorgeous siblings were gifted with ice-cream cake, toys and of course, the usual dose of play time and love. Over the past year Scout, who was sponsored and named by Scouts Queensland, and Delilah, who was sponsored and named by Wise Education, have been proud ambassadors for their wild cousins. Each day they join the tiger crew in educating guests on the plight of the critically endangered Sumatran tiger.

$253 MILLION The latest bridge constructed as part of Sunshine Coast Council’s $253-million Capital Works Program is a concrete structure on Wegner Road in North Arm, which improves safety, reduces maintenance costs and minimises flooding risks. Division 10 Councillor Greg Rogerson says it was no longer cost effective to maintain the old timber bridge. The bridge was constructed in the same position and approximately 70 metres of road on either side of the bridge was also sealed and new guardrails were installed.

DEBATE OVER PAID PARKING AROUND HOSPITAL Public meetings organised by the Birtinya Residents Action Group have been held to discuss the Sunshine Coast Council’s introduction of paid parking on local streets around the hospital precinct. On Monday January 30, the on-street parking options around the Sunshine Coast Health Precinct changed to two-hour metered parking between 8am and 5pm, seven days per week. There are 127 metered parking bays along Birtinya Boulevard, Eccles Boulevard, Bright Place and Shine Court and according to the council website, future regulated on-street parking will also be rolled out in the transit precinct, town centre and Birtinya Island north.

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THE GREAT ESCAPE It’s only a short drive south but Kingscliff offers a luxury escape that’s a world away from your busy life. WORDS: Candice Holznagel.

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With our three-year-old in tow, we settle into a large and luxurious two-bedroom unit – our home for five nights.

It is from here I began my journey to relaxation; swimming in the lagoon-style pool daily, taking walks on the long, beautiful stretch of beach, reading, sleeping and eating.

Dining plays an integral part in the Salt stay. Restaurants are scattered between the shops located on the quiet pedestrian strip known as Salt Village and Peppers boasts its own Gourmet Food Trail – for the fine food connoisseur, Season restaurant is a must.

Executive Chef Craig Robertson specialises in locally-inspired meals using the rich produce found in the volcanic Tweed region.

The local offerings feature heavily on the food trail. From Tropical Fruit World to Chillingham Bush Tucker and Pickled Pig Brewery, there is something for even the most demanding palate.

Follow the trail to North Tamborine to experience Witches Falls Winery and Cellar Door. Offering winery tours and tastings, the award-winning company produces three ranges of wine. For the cheese lovers, don’t miss Witches Chase Cheese Company, which specialises in high quality

products including Tamembert, their own version of Camembert.

After a day of eating and drinking, you can take comfort in returning to the peace and quiet of the resort. If only I could stay there permanently.

The writer paid for her own visit.

IF YOU GO: ROMANCE BY THE SEA: Peppers Salt Resort & Spa has a Valentine’s escape package valid for travel on February 14. Priced from $565 per couple, the package includes overnight accommodation in a one-bedroom spa suite, a bottle of sparkling wine and Byron Bay chocolates on arrival, a 30-minute couples massage or facial, a three-course share style candlelit dinner for two at the resort’s Season Restaurant with a Valentine’s Day inspired cocktail and breakfast for two the following morning.

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PLAYING THERE: Head to the Kingscliff Markets on Marine Parade. They are on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.

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Working more than 39 hours a week could be damaging your health, Australian researchers have found.

The Household Income Labour Dynamics of Australia Survey of more than 7800 Australians has found 39 hours is the “tipping point” when men and women’s mental health begins to suffer.

But for working women with other responsibilities such as caring for children and domestic chores, their “tipping point” can come much earlier, at 34 hours.

The healthy limit for men is 47 hours, mainly because they have fewer responsibilities outside the workplace.

Research Professor Lyndall Strazdins says the findings show the International Labour Organisation’s maximum 48-hour limit for workers set 80 years ago is clearly outdated, largely because it was devised at a time when workplaces were dominated by men.

She says employers, governments and workers all need to start a national conversation about work hours, particularly given the growing expectations in many workplaces for people to work beyond the standard eight-hour day.

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THE SUPER TRANS-TASMAN SPORT WEEKEND IS HERE Women’s netball takes centre stage this weekend with three major games promising plenty of elite sporting action. WORDS: Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane.

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lite sport fans will have more than they can handle this weekend as the Coast hosts three trans-Tasman clashes over three consecutive days.

What’s more, the games will be the first held at the Sunshine Coast University Sports Stadium and the Sunshine Coast Stadium since both venues underwent multimillion-dollar transformations.

The heat will be on for the Coast’s first national netball team when the Lightning come up against coach Noeline Taurua’s former team, the Southern Steel, on Friday night and Sunday.

Sunshine Coast Lightning media and communications manager Dave McLenaghan says not only will this be the team’s first official trial match, but it is also the first time the club has played on their home court at USC since the $5-million stadium upgrade.

“The Steel were the minor premieres last year and they finished the regular season undefeated before they were eliminated in the second week of the finals by the Queensland Firebirds in last year’s Trans-Tasman competition,” he says.

“The first official game of the season is on February 18, so these will be two really good hit-outs against quality opposition and it will give us a really good understanding of where we are at.”

McLenaghan says they hope to have international players Geva Mentor and Karla Mostert back from representing England and South Africa respectively in the Quad Series and onto the USC court to face the Invercargill-based side.

One thing is for sure: the team won’t be short of fans.

The match will take place in the new-look Sunshine Coast Stadium, which has undergone a $2 million upgrade. With new coach Stephen Kearney in charge, it will be the Warriors’ first appearance on the Coast since 2007.

Storm CEO Dave Donaghy says the festival of sport weekend will be an exciting opportunity for the Storm, Lightning and the local community.

“Melbourne Storm has a close connection with the Sunshine Coast and we are committed to strengthening that in 2017. It will be a high quality contest with exciting teams.”

Sunshine Coast Lightning will step up against the Queensland Firebirds for the first match of the season on February 18 at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

Sunshine Coast Lightning has already amassed 1750 foundation members and tickets to practise matches earlier this year sold out within minutes.

McLenaghan says the backing of the Melbourne Storm had seen the team start with a strong organisation foundation.

“We want to be as successful as possible both on and off the court,” he says.

“We will be playing against powerhouse clubs and will be in different cities around the country most weekends, and the best thing is that all of this will be broadcast live free to air on the Nine network and that revolutionises netball.

“It is an exciting time for professional women’s sport.”

A trial game between Melbourne Storm and NZ Warriors will round out the spectacular weekend of sport.

THE GAMES Friday, February 10 Sunshine Coast Lightning vs Southern Steel at 7.45pm at the Sunshine Coast University Sports Stadium, Sippy Downs.

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Saturday, February 11 The Melbourne Storm vs New Zealand Warriors at the Sunshine Coast Stadium, Bokarina. Gates open at 1pm with the main game at 5pm. Tickets at sunshinecoaststadium. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Sunday, February 12 Sunshine Coast Lightning vs Southern Steel at midday at the Sunshine Coast University Sports Stadium, Sippy Downs.

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FIRST AID FOR THE COMMUNITY, BY THE COMMUNITY First aid shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg, according to this group of caring volunteers. WORDS: Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane.

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hen a nurse, an IT manager and a first aid trainer walked into a bar, the result wasn’t a punchline for a corny joke, but the beginnings of a brand new first aid organisation.

Sunshine Coast First Aid Volunteers Inc was formed to provide services for schools, community groups and events from Noosa to Caboolture at an affordable rate.

SCFAV treasurer and IT manager David Coleman says the five founding members made the move to create their own volunteer-based organisation after becoming concerned the first aid service they had previously been members of was becoming profit-driven and charging rates that were too high for smaller groups and events to afford.

“It got to the point where this organisation was charging $300 to do a school fete and we found that unconscionable because that money could have gone to the Parents and Teachers Association,” Coleman says.

“In the face of rising costs from other first aid organisations, many not-for-profit community events have to choose between paying considerably more for first aid, holding the event without first aid or simply

Helen Pouwer, David Coleman, Christine Morris, Toni Careless and Warren Hill on duty at the Kings Beach New Year’s Eve celebrations using a less skilled and equipped member of their club/school etc.

“What we wanted to do is look after the community properly for a lower cost, so we ask for a donation that will cover our travel costs and the costs we are likely to incur while we are there. Nobody is paid, so every cent

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Australia Day and have also been regulars at the Caloundra Netball Association’s practise matches.

The organisation’s eight members have more than 70 years of medical experience in total.

President, Warren Hill, is a first responder with the Queensland Ambulance Service at Kenilworth and secretary Christine Morris is a registered nurse, while Helen Pouwer is an official first aid trainer.

Queensland Ambulance officer in charge at Caloundra Toni Careless welcomes the SCFAV and says the service is much-needed.

“With limited or inadequate first aid provision at events it inevitably increases the demand on QAS services and often our response is requested for relatively minor issues that are not considered an emergency and can impact greatly on our resources,” she says.

that is donated we use to buy equipment and carry out more training for our volunteers.”

The registered charity launched in mid-December and volunteers have already cared for patrons at Kings Beach during the community carols and New Year festivals, the flag raising ceremony at Kings Beach on

If you have your first aid qualifications and would like to find out more about joining the SCFAV or would like to book the organisation for an upcoming event, visit scfav.com.au or contact 0490 665 061.

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It’s important not to oversimplify osteoporosis as a disease relating to a lack of calcium. There are many complex mechanisms responsible for the health and density of our bones as we age. Risk factors include sedentary lifestyle, smoking, regular alcohol intake, caffeine, early menopause, diabetes, family history, stress, depression, heavy metal toxicity, long term medication use and poor diet.

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BIG IS BEAUTIFUL

Sunshine Coast lawyer Kyle Kimball says our society needs to confront the inevitable – and start making each day of our lives count.

Sami Muirhead applauds Kate Fischer’s unapologetic attitude about her looks and defends the right of all women to be bold and braless.

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have been thinking a lot lately about boobs. Kate Fischer, who now goes by the name of Tziporah, has sparked plenty of social media conversation by going bra-free and letting her girls go free range on the TV show I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.

I am ashamed to admit I was stunned when I saw what her once pert and round bosom has become. Her breasts have sagged. They have creased. They kind of swing about with reckless abandon to the point I find I am watching her boobs more than following the storyline.

Luckily the storyline is not hard to follow.

How could this 42-year-old be the same woman who appeared on the cover of Vogue four times, starred opposite Hugh Grant and was engaged to billionaire James Packer?

The march of time and age does not stop, even for celebrities. I also admit I thought she could put on a bra in the jungle.

As we get older, scaffolding in underwear becomes our secret friend and necessary enemy. And then I thought some more and felt as though I had betrayed the sisterhood.

We should embrace her stance: it is her body and she can decide to wear a bra or not.

Tziporah is now a nurse who does night shifts looking after the elderly with dementia. She is gutsy and plucky and I have become a fan.

The former A-lister says she has been homeless and has suffered mental illness most of her life.

Let’s get behind her instead of shaming her for being fat. Society starts the pressure early to have perfect breasts when the fact is, not many of us have perfect boobs.

What are perfect boobs anyway? The images of plastic boobs we are force fed by Hollywood? And who cares, because anyone who has been through breast cancer will probably tell you how your boobs look is the last thing on the list of importance when it comes to living and dying.

Our boobs are sometimes capable of feeding another tiny human being. In the thick of all these thoughts about breasts swirling through my mind, Beyoncé released her strange photographs announcing she is pregnant. With twins. Goodie. Two baby Beyoncés is beyond my wildest hopes for the year. Yep, I live a pretty shallow life.

I love Beyoncé but the photos left me confused. A green wedding veil, huge flower wreaths and a heaving Beyoncé bosom over the top of her round beautiful belly. I just do not know what it all means.

There are theories the obscure photos are proof Queen Bey is a member of the Illuminati. All I know for sure is she looks breathtaking, especially in the photos where she is without a bra.

I applaud both these women for doing things their way but even though I personally hate wearing bras, I do not think my humble household or workplace is ready for all of me to be unleashed just yet. Watch this space.

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f nothing saves us from death, at least love should save us from life.”

Pablo Neruda.

Our ultimate demise is the one immutable fact in a universe of absolute uncertainty. That we might be unaware of the exact time and date at which we are to ‘shuffle off this mortal coil’ does not one iota alter this state of affairs.

It’s been a fact of life (I love this irony) for time immemorial. Yet, strangely, death seems to be treated by society as a secret. Daily our media broadcasts news of death, but it is done in a fashion suggesting the said death was unfair or something of a surprise.

Here we all are, hurtling through space on a blue and green lump of rock at 108,000 kilometres per hour while circling a giant ball of burning plasma.

What are the odds of that, 400 trillion to one? Our life is the real surprise, not its end.

So why does death, the one thing we all know is something that will come to pass, shock us? The prospect of death is not talked about in polite conversation.

Those nearest to death are hidden from the rest of society in hospitals and hospices, out of sight out of mind.

Discounting the stories we tell ourselves through myriad beliefs, nothing in our culture really allows us the tools to properly discuss death, let alone talk to

the dying. The idea itself, let alone the event, is to be avoided at all costs.

And we are all the poorer for it.

Many of us spend our lives searching for the meaning of life. In this quest, countless folk turn to religion, philosophy, drugs or other panacea.

Without meaning, the very fact of existence can be a daily torture; an agony that all too often leads to the abdication of our self-determination.

“We live our lives as though we will live forever, yet never really live”

We give up our lives today, in return for the promises of heaven (in any number of forms) tomorrow.

The true irony is that by accepting the absoluteness of death, by welcoming its reality and lessons into our lives without hiding from it, we counterintuitively bring meaning and joy to our lives. We live our lives as though we will live forever, yet never really live. Imagine life if we were to live it as though we are dying. Imagine the world.

Kyle Kimball is a senior director of Sajen Legal. He believes lawyers are their own worst enemies.

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PROFILE

IN THE LINE OF FIRE: SAVING COOLUM FROM DISASTER Local firefighter Nigel Terrell was one of the first firefighters on the scene of the Coolum fire and spent four days battling the blaze. Words: Leigh Robshaw.

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hen a fire broke out in Coolum at around 1pm on Thursday January 19, most Sunshine Coast residents didn’t realise just how close we came to potential disaster. Third officer at Doonan Rural Fire Brigade, Nigel Terrell, was one of the first firefighters on the scene and spent four days fighting the fire, including 11 hours on the first day.

Terrell, who has been a volunteer firefighter at Doonan Rural Fire Brigade for six years and also works at the Caloundra Area Office of the Rural Fire Service as a paid staff member, says it’s the biggest fire he’s been involved with on the Sunshine Coast, with about 900 hectares burnt.

“It was up to the top of the trees and they were about 10 metres high,” he says. “I was at work and heard it come through on the radio. The volunteer brigade got there and all of a sudden it flared up and the next thing I heard, it was over the motorway and was threatening a gas depot there. It was very hairy because there were a lot of gas cylinders in the industrial area on the other side of the motorway at Coolum.

“It was all hands on deck. On the first night I was out there till one o’clock in the morning. There were about 15 responding rural fire brigades and we knew we had to back burn it. National Parks were looking after the east side, the beach side, and we were looking after the back of Peregian Springs and all the houses along there.

“If we didn’t back burn, there was a chance the fire would have gone through and destroyed houses in Peregian Springs.

We put in a six- to seven-kilometre back burn to protect those houses but couldn’t get to the other side. We left that night and about 9am the next morning we thought we might have a bit of a hold on it. Then the day started to heat up and the bush started to catch fire again and Arcoona Road was under threat. That was very hairy.

“We had two helicopters dropping tonnes and tonnes of water on the fire and it was not doing a lot because of the type of terrain it was – swamp land with long grass that had dried out. I was told the helicopter did 40 runs and was hardly stopping it.”

On the first day of the fire, 176 personnel fought the fire, including 72 Rural firefighters and 52 Urban firefighters.

Terrell says seven trucks were lined up protecting the houses on Arcoona Road, one of the areas that was evacuated.

“One property was right in the line of the fire; this huge fire was heading straight towards it and the helicopter was trying to knock it out. About 20 minutes out it just changed direction. It was amazing, we had a firestorm coming at us and then the wind changed.”

The entire Sunshine Coast breathed a sigh of relief when, after a scorching hot Saturday morning, rain began to bucket down. But Terrell explains why it wasn’t entirely good news for the firefighters.

“It was good to get the rain but we hadn’t quite finished our back burn. We were furiously trying to get the back burn in and were about 500 metres short of tying the whole thing in. There were reports there might have been 90-kilometre winds and if those winds came, we would have been in a lot of trouble. But the rain came and at first it was a nuisance for the back burn, then the trucks started to get bogged. In hindsight, we did have enough rain, not to put it out completely, but to control it. At the time we were worried we wouldn’t finish the back burn and the fire might get away again in a couple of days.”

As it turned out, that’s exactly what happened. On Thursday February 2, the fire reignited, burning through fallen trees and stumps and creating a lot of smoke, which

Above: Rural Fire Service firefighter and instructor, Nigel Terrell; Right: Queensland Urban and Rural Fire Service crews fight the Coolum blaze concerned residents. Fire crews were immediately back on the scene, including Terrell. From there, they went to another fire at Marcoola and then a third at Sippy Downs.

“It’s extremely unusual for this time of year,” Terrell says.

“In February we’re normally flooded. Fire season usually finishes early in January but the soil moisture is at record dry levels for this time of year and that’s one of the reasons why fire spreads easily.

“We’re definitely on high alert and some of the brigades are being called out all the time. People are getting tired.

They’re volunteers so they’re having to leave work and obviously they’re going to get pressure from their bosses.”

Terrell says welfare checks are currently being conducted to ensure the volunteer firefighters are coping with the pressure, that they are rested and ready to respond. Terrell says more volunteers are always needed for the Rural Fire Service, but it’s too late at this point to jump in brandishing a hose if you’ve never had any training.

“It’s a process that takes three to six months, unless they’re an experienced firefighter,” he says. “You can’t just throw people off the street into fighting a fire, it’s too dangerous.”

Terrell says the heat, noise and smoke of a bushfire can be intense, but he doesn’t feel fear when he’s battling a blaze.

“We have all our protective gear on so I don’t know if it’s frightening but it is very concerning, especially if there are structures nearby that need protection. There’s always a bit of an adrenaline rush when you get a call or you’re sent somewhere. I think it’s just a natural response to beware; it’s always playing in your mind, what could possibly be happening when you get there and trying to put things in place when you get there. If there’s any threat to people or property – you’re always trying to be ahead of the game.”

Terrell says he has a healthy respect for fire because he’s seen first-hand the damage it can do to people’s lives and livelihoods. Originally from Adelaide, he worked as a welder

and boilermaker for the Australian Submarine Corporation, where he completed his basic firefighting training and gained experience fighting fires in the Adelaide Hills.

He moved to the Coast in 2009 and is now a brigade training support officer in Caloundra and a rural fire instructor.

While it’s too late for well-meaning locals to don their Fireman Sam hats to help in what has been an unusally bad fire season, he encourages them to join their local Rural Fire Brigade and see how they can help, whether performing administration roles or fundraising.

“If people do have spare time on their hands, become a volunteer. Say g’day to the local brigade, see if you can contribute. You need a level of fitness and a willingness to be part of a team. You don’t need a lot of time but it’s good if there are people available in the day time and after work or on weekends. We have members in their 70s and we’ve got a program at high schools, training younger people.

“It’s just a great activity, a great way to meet people and be part of a team. You gain new skills and there’s a lot of community spirit involved.”

The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is an operational division of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and operates across 93 per cent of Queensland. It comprises about 1500 Rural Fire Brigades with 36,000 volunteers (including 1200 on the Sunshine Coast). The purpose of the RFS is to operate in areas not covered by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services’ urban service.

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OUR 50TH YEAR

PETTIGREW: A STRONG VOICE FOR CHANGE Although his name hasn’t been immortalised in Sunshine Coast landmarks, William Pettigrew was a big player in the latter half of the 19th century, writes DOT WHITTINGTON.

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THIS MONTH IN HISTORY The Gneering, left, and the Tarshaw at Pettigrew’s wharf, Brisbane in the 1880s; the Maroochy River at Dunethin Rock; William Pettigrew (inset)

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here’s a Pettigrew Street in Mooloolaba but unlike the Petries, William Pettigrew’s name doesn’t reflect the huge impact he made when it came to opening up the Sunshine Coast.

A prominent businessman and politician in his day, Pettigrew was born in Scotland in 1825.

He arrived in the colony of Moreton Bay aboard the Fortitude in 1849, a decade before the state of Queensland was created and during the next 50 years, opened the Sunshine Coast for business.

Working as a surveyor, Pettigrew quickly recognised the potential of the timber industry. He established Brisbane’s first steam sawmill in 1853, and others on the Mary River at Dundathu and Maryborough.

By now the Petries had reported of the rich timbers to be found north of Brisbane and in 1842, had influenced Governor Gipps to declare the Bunya Proclamation, which meant that no timber licences would be granted and settlement was prohibited in the ranges north of Moreton Bay.

But with an expanding population after the colony became a state, this was repealed and the Unoccupied Crown Lands Occupation Act of 1860 was one of the first to be passed by Queensland Parliament. It was all systems go for squatters and timbergetters.

In June 1862, Pettigrew was part of a group who sailed north to the Maroochy River and spent a week assessing the area.

Within a year, Pettigrew had logs making their way from the mouth of the Maroochy River via Mooloolah Heads (Mooloolaba) to his mill in Brisbane.

He then began operating steam-powered vessels in the Maroochy River, the most famous being the Gneering, which was the first steamer to carry timber from the Noosa River, and the Tarshaw which sailed the Maroochydore-Brisbane route from 1886–98.

In 1864, Pettigrew purchased his first two parcels of land. European settlement of the Maroochy River officially began with these two purchases.

By 1880, Pettigrew controlled most of the coastal land between the south bank of the Maroochy River and the north bank of the

Mooloolah River.

Within five years, his shipping activities included produce from two sugar mills and Maroochydore was the main port. In 1891, he opened a sawmill at Maroochydore.

In 1899, Pettigrew fell on hard times. His decline had begun after the discovery of Gympie gold, which led to the opening of the land route between Brisbane and Gympie.

The Gneering was lost to a sandbank near the Maroochy River mouth in 1892. Pettigrew went into voluntary liquidation in 1898.

A visionary who designed machines, ships and bridges, he served as an alderman and mayor on the Brisbane Municipal Council and was a chairman of the Caboolture Divisional Board.

In parliament, he promoted railways and improved sanitation, supported moves to end convict transportation and encouraged free immigration. It is said he first penned the name ‘Buderim’.

Pettigrew died on October 28, 1906 at Bowen and was buried in the local cemetery.

His diaries have become a useful resource on the history of colonial Queensland.

On St Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1985, a Maroochy Shire Council election campaign was launched at Stewarts Alexandra Headland Hotel, with a group of candidates running for the first time as a team. Progress 85 promised to encourage investment, tourism and employment. Its major concerns were roads, water resources, stagnation of growth and the need for planned development. Most of the team, led by Fred Murray, was successful.

DID YOU KNOW? • Kunda Park was to be called Brickville because of the early concrete block manufacturing industries it attracted. This upset the industries because they were making blocks not bricks. Aborigines referred to the palms growing in the area as kundas, so Kunda Park settled the argument.

• There was a boom in the seaside villages when World War I ended. House parties were held nearly every weekend at the private cottages of the more affluent.

The 50th Anniversary of the Naming of the Sunshine Coast will be celebrated on August 1, 2017. In the lead-up to the occasion, My Weekly Preview will each week take a look into our region’s past. If you have any historical photos or stories email: editorial@myweeklypreview.com.au.

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BUSINESS & FINANCE

EARNINGS SEASON IS UPON US Mark Davidson is from Ord Minnett in Buderim.

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or the first time in a long while, earnings for the Australian market appear as though they will be higher this financial year than in the previous one. Corporate profits look set to grow by 11 per cent.

In the past five years, companies have had difficulty generating profit growth, with aggregate declines in four of those years. The only exception was a 5.6 per cent expansion in 2014.

The 2016 financial year was the worst contraction since the financial crisis, falling 13 per cent. In that year, only four out of the 11 major sectors had profit increases: consumer discretionary, industrials, IT and utilities.

In contrast, the resource sectors saw the largest declines, but other major sectors, such as banks and consumer staples, also saw profits go down.

The current financial year looks much brighter, with every sector likely to experience higher profits. Importantly for the February reporting season, there appears to be some momentum behind profit forecasts, with most sectors seeing forecast upgrades over the past six months. The most notable of these being the resource-heavy materials and energy sectors.

The importance of earnings cannot be overstated. There is a fundamental relationship between profitability and the value of shares. In order for a stock market to sustain movements higher, companies within that market need to be able to consistently grow profits. It would appear that the Australian market is back on track.

The improvement in global stock markets has come on the back of broadly better economic news offshore and the prospects for fiscal stimulus in the US. Buoyant global growth, together with continued accommodative monetary policy in Australia, should support market multiples.

The ASX 200 Index, however, is already closing in on 5800, the top end of our 2017 forecast market range. Despite earnings estimates improving, as discussed above, there are some arguments for a period of consolidation in the near term.

These arguments are: 1) investors are now net bullish, traditionally a contrarian indicator; 2) markets have probably outpaced changes to the growth outlook; 3) Australia is still unconvincing; 4) recent commodity price gains appear vulnerable.

Furthermore, upcoming events which could pose catalysts for some profit-taking include – management tone during the US December quarter earnings season (in progress); any hawkish rhetoric from major central bank meetings; details of Trump’s actual policies; OPEC’s progress on the oil production cuts; and earnings confessions in Australia ahead of and during reporting season in February.

Which companies have run ahead of themselves? A few companies have performed exceedingly well since the US election, despite modest expectations about their growth prospects.

We highlight stocks which we rate hold,

lighten or sell, but which have outperformed the broader market and are now trading 10 per cent or more above our price targets.

Within financials, Bendigo & Adelaide Bank (lighten) now sits over 25 per cent above our target price. Our first preference within the sector is ANZ. QBE Insurance (lighten) is experiencing some benefit from rising US interest rates, but we believe stock-specific issues will continue to weigh on its margins.

Metcash (hold) clearly exceeds our $2 price target, but we believe Wesfarmers has a more solid business with greater potential.

The share price of Ardent Leisure (hold) fell sharply last year after the tragic incident at its Dreamworld leisure park, however, it is still trading above our target price. Our preferences in the leisure sector are Event Hospitality and Sealink.

Mark Davidson is an Authorised Representative (no 427049) of Ord Minnett Ltd, AFS licence 237121.

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IN ALL BUT THE NAME Infiniti gives motorists the chance to buy a Mercedes-Benz. It just comes without the famous marque. Words: Peter Atkinson, AAP.

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sually, when people dream about buying a Mercedes-Benz, the most important feature they want is that famous three-point star on the bonnet.

But, now you can buy a Mercedes that comes with everything – except the badge.

Okay, technically, it’s not really a Mercedes. It’s an Infiniti – the high-end luxury brand of Japanese maker Nissan.

But in the case of its new Q30

hatchback, it’s a Mercedes in all but name.

Thanks to a partnership arrangement between the two marques’ parent companies, Infiniti’s newest and most affordable model is essentially a rebadged Mercedes-Benz GLA. It has the same underpinnings and engines but has its own styling cues and is built on an Infiniti production line in England, of all places.

So a German-designed, British-built, Japanese car it is.

In some ways it outshines its Benz equivalent with its curvier, sportier appearance. In others it falls a little short of the high Benz benchmark.

But no doubt you’re asking yourself, why would you buy a Benz by another name?

Infiniti argues that, despite their similar ancestry, the two cars are quite different to drive, claiming that the Q30 leans more towards sportiness than the luxury-focused Mercedes GLA. In Australia, the Q30 will be offered in trim levels.

An entry-level GT is complemented by higher-spec Sport and Sport Luxury designations which feature a lower, more sporty ride height and stiffer suspension setup than the base model.

There’s the choice of 1.6-litre and 2-litre turbocharged petrol engines and a 2.2-litre turbodiesel – each mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Of course, in this age where every new model has to be accompanied by an SUV equivalent, Infiniti has rolled out an all-wheel-drive version called the QX30.

The two machines are almost identical, save for the AWD badge on the QX30’s rear hatch. The different is in the price. Where the Q30 starts from $38,900 for the GT, entry level QX is a full $10,000 more expensive.

We tested the Q30 diesel in Sport trim, followed by the QX with turbocharged petrol engine but more basic GT spec.

The diesel, despite its Benz heritage, left a bit to be desired in the performance and driveability stakes. It’s not the most responsive, there’s a bit of turbo lag. On the positive side, the Q30 diesel was quiet and delivered frugal fuel-efficiency.

The petrol engine with its 155kW is more sprightly in terms of performance, but its main advantage is a smoother, quieter experience all round. As is the case with many modern turbo engines, it derives the bulk of its performance from low-down torque, rather than high-revving power.

It’s certainly an unobtrusive powerplant that seemed to serve the QX30 well.

INFINITI Q30 HOW BIG? This car is small enough to be nimble in traffic, although rear legroom was a disappointment.

HOW FAST? The diesel variant is a modest performer, the turbo petrol option much more enjoyable with a punchy 155 kilowatts.

HOW THIRSTY? The diesel is the standout here, using an average 5.2L/100km. The 1.6-litre petrol is not far behind at 6.0L/100km, with the two-litre petrol turbo slightly thirstier.

HOW MUCH? Entry-level Q30 GT costs $38,900, ranging up to $54,900 for the fully kitted-out Sports Premium with diesel engine.

Just as good the second time around.

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Todd Widdicombe gives the thumbs up to a crisp Canadian lager.

I love me a good hybrid word. You know, hangry meaning hungry-angry or bacne meaning pimples on your back or screenager, floordrobe… the list goes on.

My favourite at the moment is vague-en.

That’s someone who’s not quite sure if they’re a vego or not. Sometimes they’ll eat just vegies and fruits, but sometime they’ll have fish and chicken. That’s just like my sister, she’s a fishocrite. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, it’s just a little vague that’s all. Hence the vague-en.

Truth is, I’m basically a vegetarian myself.

Well, except for the meat. Oh and the sushi and buffalo wings and cheese and eggs and chorizo. Apart from that stuff, I’m a vego.

Lucky for me there’s no meat in beer.

In fact, when you look at it, the main ingredient in beer is hops and hops are a plant. Therefore, beer is a salad, hence we refer to the buffet servery in a restaurant as a ‘salad bar’.

This week’s healthy choice salad comes from Canadia, or Canada as it’s more commonly known.

This is the world’s most polite country and is responsible for giving us Michael J. Fox, Pam Anderson and Bryan Adams. It should also be noted they also gave us Celine Dion,

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’ve been reading more and more that you can’t get a job without a decent education. That’s rubbish, just look at Albert Einstein. He was a high school drop-out and still managed to be the first guy to walk on the moon. I know, right?

I’ve been wondering lately what’s with all the barbecuing going on. You know that moment when you put a juicy T-bone on the barbie grill and you start salivating from the smell? Do you think vegetarians have the same reaction when they mow the lawn?

Just saying, that’s all.

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Author: Cosentino Publisher: HarperCollins RRP: $35 Reviewer: Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane One of my first interviews when I started in journalism 10 years ago was with a young and very spirited Cosentino.

Long before Australia’s Got Talent and the international awards that followed, he was doing a regional tour with his brother Adam as his stage assistant.

Even then, I was inspired by his determination and drive to make it in an industry that was not highly regarded in Australia.

I have followed his career since, but enjoyed reading his biography because it gives fans a real insight into just how bumpy and unpredictable the road he has travelled in order to get to where he is now has been.

Written in a candid and overly honest manner, with a sprinkling of some of his greatest inspirations and even some glimpses into how some of his more simple tricks are done, this is a must-read for anyone who has ever been intrigued by magic and the people who perform it.

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Anyway, their Molson Canadian Lager more than makes up for any shortfalls.

This fully imported brew, part of the world famous Coors beer empire and originally created in 1959, is chock-a-block with the best the Canadian land has to offer.

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Join Nathaniel Combs from Rhythm Culture for an introduction to traditional West African djembe in free workshops.

Coolum Library, February 16, 2pm to 3pm; Kawana Library on February 25, 10am to 11am. To book call 5475 8989.

THE VIBE DUO, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 4pm STEVE HARGREAVES, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm THE PERRIES, Solbar, 6pm ALEXIS, Caloundra RSL, 6pm CASEY WATT, Dicky Beach Surf Club, 6.30pm HARII, Parklands Tavern, 6.30pm CARL LYNCH, Brightwater Hotel, 6.30pm BILLY GUY, Mets on Kings, 7pm RYAN GILES DUO, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm DESTINY’S PLAN, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm SUPERHEIST WITH RIVAL FIRE, HOLISTIC AND NEW CLEAR VISION, Villa Noosa, 8pm LATE FOR WOODSTOCK, Tewantin Noosa RSL, 8pm CHOCOLATE STRINGS, SOLBAR, 8PM SHADES, Caloundra RSL, 8.30pm BACKROOM VEGAS, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 9pm

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 SIMON GILLESPIE SINGS PETER ALLEN Peter Allen’s legacy has spanned generations and his song catalogue continues to command the attention of audiences of all ages.

Simon Gillespie has mastered every era of Allen’s life from working as Judy Garland’s opening act to finding international stardom as an openly flamboyant and controversial artist.

For almost 15 years, audiences around the world have been clamouring for Gillespie to deliver a purely Allen set as only he can.

Despite growing up as far away from Allen as it’s possible to get, Gillespie has an uncanny affinity for the music of this extraordinary singer/songwriter.

Gillespie will perform Olivia NewtonJohn’s landmark recording of I Honestly Love You and Allen’s own soulful and heartwrenchingly honest delivery of Tenterfield Saddler as part of his new personal and very intimate cabaret.

Simon Gillespie Sings Peter Allen is on at The Events Centre, Caloundra on February 22 at 11am. Tickets are $19 from theeventscentre.com.au.

BRIAN CARLON DUO, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 3pm SUZY KEENAN, Caloundra RSL, 4pm TAYLOR MOSS, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm PHIL & TILLEY, Solbar,6pm PERRY O, Mets on Kings, 7pm SHARON BROOKS, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm RYAN GILES & DUO, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm OUTTAWAK, Tewantin Noosa RSL, 8pm NOT TO REGRET, Solbar, 8pm FIGHT IBIS + III EAGLES, Solbar, 8pm EMPRYE, Caloundra RSL, 8.30pm HIPPOPOTAMUS, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 9pm MASON RACK BANK, The Palmwoods Hotel, 9pm

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 CARL LYNCH, Parklands Tavern, 1.30pm GABOR JOSIKA, Brightwater Hotel, 1.30pm PAT NICHOLSON, Mets on Kings, 2pm SHANE “WILKO” WILKINSON”, Caloundra RSL, 2pm HAMMER TYME, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm ASHER CHAMPMAN TRIO, Alex Surf Club, 3.30pm JESSE TAYLOR, Solbar, 4pm JASON DANIELS BAND, Solbar, 7pm

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 THE TRACY VAUGHAN DUO, Caloundra RSL, 11am STUART SALANGSANG, Tewantin Noosa RSL, 6pm RYAN GILES & DUO, Maroochy Surf Club, 6pm ZAC GUNTHORPE, Solbar, 7.30pm

Romance lives here Special dinner events throughout February to celebrate with your Valentine, bookings essential.

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The Sunshine Coast has more than 400 training institutions and more than 70 public and private schools catering to a population of 61,000 students.

The education and research industry is a major component of the regional economy, contributing around 696.9 million to gross regional product in 2013â&#x20AC;&#x201C;14. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that Sunshine Coast Council has identified this as one of its seven high-value industries.

According to the council, the education and research sector is expected to grow more than 50 per cent and become the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second largest employer by 2033.

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SMART STUDY TIPS Encouraging your children to study can be a difficult task at times. Here are some tips: Home space: Choose calming colours, comfortable furniture and a quiet area.

Follow the clock: Establishing a routine and sticking to a timetable will help students better manage their time.

Encouragement: Praise children for studying well and show interest.

t Immanuel Lutheran College, children are taught that anything is possible. Striving for personal best, whether it be in an academic, sporting or cultural pursuit, is the message communicated to the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youngest learners through to Year 12 graduates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Immanuel offers a seamless education from pre-Prep to Year 12, with students working within a pristine rainforest environment. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect setting to do what we do best â&#x20AC;&#x201C; create confident, well-rounded learners who will be creative, competent and capable of making a positive contribution to their community,â&#x20AC;? says principal Colin Minke.

In a rapidly changing world, staff are committed to helping students realise the importance of being lifelong learners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve evolved from the traditional cookie-cutter model of education to a version that talks about life-wide learning: resilience, relationships and reflection. As these traits develop, students become

independent, confident and self-reliant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Literacy and numeracy skills are fundamental but there is so much more to offer and equip our young people for,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Minke adds.

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The lessons taught at â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bingaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; build resilience and teamwork, encourage reflection and cement relationships. But Mt Binga is only one part of Immanuelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From pre-Prep to Year 12 we are a connected and engaged community.

Academically, students are engaged through activities that are relevant, authentic and life related,â&#x20AC;? Minke says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our Innovation@Immanuel strategy provides students with ready access to flexible learning spaces with iPads, Surface Pros and other devices in a blended learning environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the classroom, students attend lessons but also engage virtually with their teachers when gaining feedback and completing online workbooks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our learning management ecosystem provides teachers with information about each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic, social and emotional progress that allows staff and families to work together to promote positive outcomes for each student.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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$9 MILLION UPGRADE Immanuel Lutheran College is undergoing a $9 million-dollar facelift.

The transformation will create a series of new, flexible classrooms that will be multidisciplinary and communal, allowing students to work together in new and creative ways.

Interested parents are invited to attend an open morning on March 2 to find out more.

Applications are now also open for scholarships for Years 6 to 12 in 2018 for academic, music, sport or arts (dance, drama, visual art, film and new media).

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TAFE QUEENSLAND EAST COAST IS REPORTING AN INCREASED NUMBER OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICATIONS IN 2017 WITH MORE EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST EXPECTED WHEN CLASSES COMMENCE IN EARLY FEBRUARY. TAFE is the largest and most experienced provider of vocational education and training (VET) in Queensland.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;TAFE Queensland now also offers university degrees in partnership with the University of Canberra, giving students the theoretical side of a university degree combined with practical hands on learning. The introduction of degrees in addition to TAFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hundreds of courses means students have more options than ever before,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; she said.

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EDUCATION PROMOTION

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ith more than 15 years in the education industry, Pacific Lutheran College has established itself as a leading K–12 learning community that is innovative, dynamic and progressive.

Firmly underpinned by the values and traditions of excellence of Lutheran Education in Australia, students have achieved outstanding success in the academic, sporting and cultural dimensions of their lives.

Pacific has a strong academic culture based on the Harvard Teaching For Understanding framework and provides students with unique opportunities through outdoor education, pastoral care and personal development programs, which include the integration of learnings from positive psychology. Learning enrichment pathways are also provided in academic, sporting and cultural areas.

Pacific is committed to enriching students learning in all aspects of their education, offering a range of scholarships.

Applications for academic, music and general excellence scholarships in 2018 are now open. Students entering Years 6–11 next year are eligible to apply.

For more information, visit pacificlutheran.qld.edu.au/2018scholarships.

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TERTIARY OFFERS FLOW After receiving their OP results in December, Pacific Lutheran College’s 2016 graduates are looking forward to the next phase of their learning journey.

Of the cohort of 75 students, 76 per cent were OP eligible and of these, 72 per cent achieved an OP 1-15. Further, 100 per cent of these students have received tertiary offers.

Engineering, law, journalism, IT, science and property economics are just some of the areas of study that the 2016 graduates will be

embarking on this year.

2016 College Dux, Bailey Hockam, achieved the highest honour, an OP1.

“I was really happy with my result as it allowed me to get into my first preference at university, a dual degree in engineering and science at the University of Queensland (UQ),” he says.

“I’m looking forward to the freedom and independence this year will bring and think the course will be really interesting.”

Gaining employment is a top priority for

Bailey, as well as seeing the world.

“After completing my degree, I would like to work and maintain a job in the engineering field and hopefully have the chance to travel,” he said.

2016 College Captain, Jack Bange, received an OP4 and has been accepted into a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)/ Bachelor of Information Technology dual degree at UQ. “At the beginning of Year 12, my OP target was a 6, which was roughly what I needed to get into my preferred course. I was very relieved that my extra efforts paid off and I received an OP4,” Jack says.

“My last year at Pacific was a personal highlight for me and that is largely due to a great senior cohort, a cooperative student leadership team and caring and supportive staff.”

Jack is hoping to work in the IT/ electrical engineering field once he has completed his degree.

“At present, I’m leaning towards a career in data system design and architecture and am hoping to spend a period of time working overseas, ideally in Europe,” he said.

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EDUCATION PROMOTION

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atthew Flinders Anglican College is committed to providing a wide range of learning opportunities across all areas of the curriculum and to developing each individual student’s talents and interests, instilling a genuine passion for learning.

Academic excellence, co-curricular achievement and the formation of character in a nurturing environment are an integral part of the Flinders ethos.

Although Flinders’ academic standards are high and individually students are motivated to produce high quality work, there is no ‘typical’ Flinders student. Each student, however, shares a common desire to be part of a community of learners, united by a set of core values centred on supporting one another in their collective and individual learning.

Furthermore, talented teaching staff inspire intellectual curiosity by bringing to the Flinders learning community their own strengths and commitment to their areas of expertise. Lifelong learners themselves, they are passionate about fostering the love of learning.

To learn more about the range of opportunities on offer at Flinders, including our comprehensive Scholarship Program, please visit www.mfac.edu.au/opportunities

TOP OP SCORES Flinders’ outstanding academic achievements continued in 2016 with eight students achieving an OP1.

Another eight students achieved an OP2, and 13 students an OP3, with 22.3 per cent in the OP1–3 range out of an OP-eligible cohort of 130 students.

A total of 72.5 per cent of Flinders students achieved an A or B in the QCS Test in 2016.

Matthew Flinders Anglican College has a strong reputation as the top achieving school on the Sunshine Coast.

2016 Flinders OP results: OP1: 6.15 per cent OP1–5: 39.23 per cent OP1–7: 60 per cent OP1–11: 83.08 per cent.

OP 1-15 – 96.92 per cent

Hard work, creativity and determination are supported by highly-skilled teachers and a culture that encourages every student to become the best they can be.

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MAKING A SPLASH More than 600 students from St Andrew’s Anglican College participated in 320 races at Noosa Aquatic Centre recently.

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Year 9 student Alek Taylor broke an 11-year-old freestyle record in the 15 years age group, setting a new time of 24:14 seconds.

Meanwhile, Year 10 student Jayden Morrow broke a seven-year-old freestyle record in the 16 years boys age group.

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MY HOME

THE VALUE OF RENOVATING

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or many Sunshine Coast residents, their home truly is their castle and the source of a lot of pride.

Every year, thousands of people set out to improve their property to better suit their lifestyle or to upgrade a feature of the home that might be outdated.

Any act of home improvement, no matter how small, requires a lot of preplanning: from creating designs and sourcing materials to costing out the work to ensure it will provide value for money.

But while renovating can be stressful, those who go through with it say it is also incredibly satisfying.

So, why would you renovate? The Westpac Renovation Report, released in 2014, found 89 per cent of Australians agree

that renovation is a good strategy to increase the value of their property.

A well-planned and well-executed plan has the ability to grow your property’s value, but there is a fine line between boosting value and over capitalising, especially if you don’t plan to live in the home for at least a few years after the work is completed.

Renovation can help you avoid the cost of moving if you love where you live.

The Westpac report found 71 per cent of the people who renovate to make an extra room did so because they want to stay in the same area.

Depending on the scale of the renovation, it is also a way to save thousands of dollars in legal fees, agent’s commission, stamp duty and other buying and selling expenses.

If the work is aimed at increasing the sale value of your home or investment property, experts encourage homeowners to design projects with a broad market appeal in mind and stick with neutral colour schemes so the finished product is not too personalised.

It is important to remember that every dollar spent on renovation is not a guaranteed dollar return on investment when it comes to final sale value.

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THE NEXT BIG THING Cate Craig is the founder and manager of Simple and Savvy. Here, she shares her top home styling tips for 2017.

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ach new year always brings with it the supposed next big thing, new look, colours and the must have pieces for your home.

While we all strive to be relevant in this world as it quickly changes, being up with the ever changing trends, can not only prove costly, but, fleeting.

The good news for us on the Sunshine Coast is that the major trend is a casual, organic feel.

Whether you are styling your new renovation, seeking to update your look for the new year or you are styling your property for sale, these are the five styling trends for 2017 that will hold you in good stead as a place to start, so that you may easily add the finer details.

1. COLOUR

3. FABRICS

Each year Pantone bring out, with great fanfare, their Colour of the Year. This colour usually finds itself happily on the catwalks as well as in the latest in interior design.

This year the colour is Greenery. It has been described as being inspired by nature, a fresh beginning.

It expresses themes of rejuvenation, environmentalism and organic beauty. It sounds like a perfect place to start a new year.

Texture is the real hero as far as fabrics are concerned this year. A real artisan, rustic, organic approach in the manufacturing will be evident.

Linens, heavy cottons, canvas, hemp and wool will heavily feature. These fabrics are all great weights for the Coast winter.

2. FURNITURE The blonde timber is now being challenged by darker coloured timber. This look can easily be introduced to your current light timber look, piece by piece.

To enhance this warmer look, the furniture pieces themselves are now sporting a more inviting, comfortable and softer looking curve.

Adding to that soft more comfortable look, the wooden bed frame is making way for the upholstered bedhead.

This allows you the chance to make the fabric as textured and organic, or soft and delicate, as you wish.

4. RUGS Using a rug is an extremely versatile option to create a number of different looks. It is the best way to create a zone in an openplan living format.

The trend to use natural fibres allows decorators to not only use it as a stand alone piece, but gives the option of using a neutral flat weave rug as a solid base and add a smaller rug of a different texture and colour on top. The natural fibres include jute, seagrass, rattan and reeds.

5. ACCESSORIES The old adage of everything that is old is new again rings true when it comes to two of the trends for this year. Cork and terracotta will make an appearance but in different ways.

Look for the cork used in light fittings

and as an accent on small furniture pieces and the terracotta will have a matte finish to create warmth. The addition of a couple of terracotta pots may be the first approach to embrace.

Metal is still on the accessories list, but copper is giving way to brass and bronze.

This works beautifully with the green and the natural earthy tones of the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trends.

Indoor plants are still very much a part of the interior style, although the often used fiddle leaf fig is being replaced with the olive tree. Whether you have a green thumb or opt for an artificial variety, plants bring a natural and organic feel to a room.

To further enhance the natural organic look, artisan, natural and organic woven baskets can be used, not only as a container for the plants, but to provide a great storage alternative throughout your home.

Cate Craig holds a Diploma of Professional Interior Design. She was a 2015 finalist in the Sunshine Coast Business Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Network Business Woman of the Year Awards. You can contact her via email cate@ simpleandsavvy.com.au or visit simpleandsavvy.com.au.

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FLOORING: THE THINGS TO CONSIDER When it comes to choosing the right flooring for your home, your lifestyle should be the main consideration.

A highly-polished wooden floor might look sophisticated, but might not fare well when you have pets with sharp claws.

Likewise, carpet can be cosy, but a hassle when you have young children who tend to mush things into the pile constantly.

Carpets vary a lot in value and are generally much cheaper than wooden

flooring, but wood and other solid surfaces like tiles, bamboo and laminate have greater durability that may outlast carpet.

There are, of course, ways to combine the best of both worlds.

Consider placing carpet in bedrooms and using tiles or wood in main thoroughfares and living areas.

Or, you can choose a hard surface that will suit your home design. Decorate with beautiful rugs to create a homely atmosphere.

Unless you are a qualified builder or plumber, it’s best to leave bathroom renovations to the professionals.

Because you are dealing with a wet area, something as simple as a small leak from an incorrectly installed pipe or waterproofing that has missed a vital area when DIY-ing will quickly become expensive to rectify. Therefore, it’s best to outlay money to have it done properly.

While imported products can add some unique style to your bathroom ensure that they comply with Australian standards, or your plumber isn’t legally allowed to install it.

ADDING A SPLASH OF COLOUR AND STYLE Painting a room is not as simple as opening a can, grabbing a brush, and going to town.

Professionals say the preparation work you do will have a huge impact on the finished product and could be the difference between a durable surface and one that begins to crack and peel within months.

To adequately prepare a wall, fix up any impurities with some readymade plaster and allow it to dry before sanding it flush with the wall.

The next step is to give the wall a wash down with Sugar Soap and allow

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Investing in quality paint with a low Volatile Organic Compound means it will have less odour and will be kinder to you and the environment.

Be sure to stir the paint thoroughly before using and apply two top coats.

Avoid painting when it’s extremely hot and humid or too cold and wet as these environmental factors will affect the quality of the finished product.

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MAROOCHYDORE HOMEMAKER CENTRE PROMOTION

SHAPING YOUR HOME Interior stylist Maureen Walters helps clients achieve the perfect look.

How long have you been styling for?

Styling has always been an integral part of my career. Originally, in fashion and visual merchandising with a natural transition toward interiors once I bought my first home. About 18 years ago, I moved to the Sunshine Coast. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been working since, in both commercial and residential styling.

From your experience what do most people need assistance with?

Often, clients have a strong sense of what they do and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like even if they are unsure of which particular style trend to pursue in purchasing. Together we initiate a plan to get them working in the right direction.

How do you work in with Maroochydore Homemaker Centre?

The Maroochydore Homemaker Centre offers the client a personalised consult catered to their needs. With a diverse range of retailers, optimising latest style trends and suited to all budgets, this centre and the consult makes purchasing simple and satisfying for the customer.

Who can use your services?

The style consultations are available to all customers within the Maroochydore Homemaker Centre. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great opportunity for first homebuyers investing in key items and perfect for those clients transitioning from expansive residential properties to more compact apartments. The service is also great for business owners wanting to make a strong visual impact in their reception areas and foyers.

Please take us through the process â&#x20AC;&#x201C; how you work with the clients?

We start the style consultation with a coffee to establish the needs of the customer for the session. We generally look at points such as lifestyle, property and budget constraints. Most clients bring photos of the area to be addressed. We follow with a two-hour personalised shopping experience catered to their specific requirements. Advice is given on colour palettes, style trends, furniture configuration and blending new product with existing pieces.

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PROPERTY

FIRST HOME OWNERS’ GRANT TO REMAIN FOR NEW BUILDS ONLY

HARMONY SETTLES INTO PALMVIEW

There won’t be any assistance in the near future for first home buyers hoping to buy an existing home with the aid of government grants and it has caused a rift between industry bodies. WORDS: Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane.

Antonia Mercorella

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espite industry bodies campaigning heavily for the Queensland Treasurer to broaden the government’s first home owner’s grant to include established homes, the request has fallen on deaf ears.

Treasurer Curtis Pitt has stood firm in his belief that boosting the construction industry through offering $20,000 to those who build their first home to live in is the way to achieve economic stability and increase housing affordability.

But Real Estate Industry Queensland CEO Antonia Mercorella says the government is not listening to the needs of regional Queenslanders.

“We always welcome measures that help first home buyers get into the market,” she says.

“However, our concern is for the long-term impact and the bigger picture in regional Queensland, where new construction is exacerbating the oversupply issues that these markets are facing.

“Continuously adding supply of housing to oversupplied markets is irresponsible and will slow down any future recovery.”

Real estate is one of Queensland’s largest employers, with some 50,000 people working in the industry and the sector provides the state with the single largest source of revenue through stamp duty and associated taxes.

Figures released by the Treasury show in the first three months after the revised grant took effect on July 1 last year, there were 577 applications worth $11.5 million and of those, a total of 213 grants worth $4.3 million were approved.

The $20,000 grant is only available until June this year.

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Jarrad McCarthy has been through several cycles where the first home buyers’ grant has been introduced, removed altogether or increased and decreased and he says it can have the ability to artificially inflate prices.

“While they are designed to give the buyer an advantage, increased demand can force upwards pressure in prices, so any benefit people would have gained from the grant is absorbed when they pay more for their home,” he says.

“There was an intent for a dual benefit with the latest first home buyers’ grant, to increase affordability and also boost the construction industry, but right now the

employment and activity in the new home building industry and the Queensland economy more broadly,” he says.

“It is new home building that generates activity in the residential building industry and all the other related industries like furniture, appliances and floor coverings: the $20,000 that is currently available to first home buyers building their first home is an effective way of stimulating this activity.

“New home buyers are already at a significant cost disadvantage to buyers of an established home due to the 10 per cent GST they pay on their build.”

“…there could be a broader benefit by applying the grant across both established and new homes” Jarrad McCarthy – Harcourts Buderim

construction industry is as healthy as it has ever been on the Sunshine Coast, so there could be a broader benefit by applying the grant across both established and new homes.”

Master Builders and the Housing Industry Association weighed into the debate last week, with both agreeing with Pitt’s decision.

HIA Queensland executive director Warwick Temby says opening the grant to buyers of established homes will have the effect of making new home building less attractive for first home buyers.

“The net effect would be to reduce

Mercorella says a recent CoreLogic report into affordability identifies regional Queensland’s housing affordability was nearing similar levels to Melbourne.

“Wages are flat or are going backwards, the cost of living is higher and it’s harder to save for a deposit,” she says.

“The Government should offer first home buyers the choice between new builds or established homes. Bring buyers to the market where there is ample supply – don’t keep adding to the supply.

“Real estate has long been this state’s golden goose, but this government is in danger of killing off the goose.”

The first lots at Harmony have come onto the market, signalling the beginning of the estate that will eventually house 12,000 people.

The first land release comprises 95 lots ranging from 250 metres squared to 500 metres squared and prices from $209,350.

Harmony is the first South-East Queensland development to achieve a six ‘leaf’ national EnviroDevelopment certification in master planned communities from the Urban Development Institute of Australia and AVID Property Group aims to set standards by which future developments will be measured by.

SUNSHINE COAST AGENCIES RECOGNISED WITH MAJOR AWARDS The Sunshine Coast’s real estate industry has once again cemented itself as a successful business.

Seven Sunshine Coast real estate agencies were represented at the 2017 Real Estate Institute of Queensland’s Awards for Excellence ceremony as finalists.

Almost 600 real estate professionals attended the awards ceremony at Brisbane City Hall at the weekend.

Among them were finalists Jason Andrew and Phill Broom of Jason Andrew Auctioneers, who were both in the running for the Auctioneer of the Year award.

Realway Property Consultants Caloundra were finalists for the Medium Residential Agency of the Year and their agent, Stephanie Johnson, was a finalist for Commercial Property Manager of the Year.

Among the Sunshine Coast winners was Amber Werchon Property, who exceeded the 2014 Medium Residential Agency title by winning the Large Agency award.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella says the calibre of entrants this year is an indication of the strong level of professionalism in the industry.

The HIA Sunshine Coast Industry Outlook Breakfast will be held on February 17 at 7.30am at the Surfair Conference and Events Centre Marcoola. Tickets are $75 for members and $85 for non-members and are available at hia.com.au.

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Unique Design - Great Location 7 Ketch Street, WURTULLA This Adenbrook designed beach house in Wurtulla has a northerly aspect on a 610m2 block with side access, offers untold potential.

• Huge master retreat with his and hers WIR, ensuite with dual vanities • 3 other bedrooms built around a childrens retreat and 2nd bathroom • Entertainers kitchen, good storage and bench space with 900mm oven • Media room, study, ducted air conditioning plus 2.7m to 3m ceilings

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N O I T UC Investment Bonanza - Bordering Reserve 12 Quinine Cresent, MOUNTAIN CREEK Bordering a nature reserve and sitting on a 450m2 fully fenced block with plenty of yard space and a great outlook.

• 4 good size bedrooms with the master having good separation • Open plan kitchen, living and dining, flows onto the covered outdoor • Ducted air conditioning and high ceilings • Great investment and currently rented at $470/wk

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N O I T C U You Will Not Buy Better 8 Wake Court, BIRTINYA The vendor must sell this spacious 3 bedroom home positioned in the centre of thriving Birtinya and is open to all reasonable offers.

• Spacious master with walk in robe and ensuite with courtyard • Huge kitchen with waterfall caesar stone benches and walk in pantry • Quality fittings and fixtures with stone benches in both bathrooms • 2.7m ceilings, ducted aircon, fully fenced 488m2 block

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N O I T C U Great Design - Great Potential - Must Sell 16 Kepplegrove Drive, SIPPY DOWNS A great timeless design located close to the University of the Sunshine Coast with easy access to all areas the coast has to offer.

• Open plan kitchen, living and dining with 2 seperate living areas • Huge kitchen with waterfall Caesar stone benches and walk in pantry • Concrete in ground saltwater pool with water features • Ducted air conditioning, 2.7m ceilings, fans, alarm system, 450m2 block

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS

19/35 SEASIDE BOULEVARD, MARCOOLA

Here’s a preview of hot auctions taking

MARKET TRACKER

$482,000 / 3 bed, 3 bath, 3 car

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

Carolans First National Real Estate,

place on the Sunshine Coast

Vanessa Brunton 28 MALKANA CRESCENT, BUDDINA

in the next seven days:

$614,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

43 BADE STREET, NAMBOUR

Team Godwin Real Estate, Minka Jenkins

$316,500 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Carolans First National Real Estate, Andy Sharma

8 BLUEHAVEN COURT, BOKARINA

10 NARIEL CT, BUDERIM

Auction onsite Saturday February 11 @ 10am

$645,000 / 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

11/25 MOUNT PLEASANT ROAD, NAMBOUR

RE/MAX Realty Excellence, Tim Burrough

$272,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

120 HENEBERY ROAD NORTH, HIGHWORTH

Carolans First National Real Estate, Warren

$420,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Nonmus

Team Godwin Real Estate 5444 0258

24 Jarrah Road, Buderim

Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 24 JARRAH ROAD, BUDERIM Auction on site Saturday February 11 @ 1pm Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722

AUCTION RESULTS

Carolans First National Real Estate,

4/57 NETHERTON STREET, NAMBOUR

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Vanessa Brunton

$210,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

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$300,000 / 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Vanessa Brunton

Belle Property Buderim, Jan Withers

Kyle Newman 0478 100 662 61 PRESTON ROAD, DIDDILLIBAH

6 OLEANDER DRIVE, PARKLANDS $242,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

67 MOOLOOLAH DRIVE, MINYAMA

Passed in / 6 bed, 3 bath, 10 car

Carolans First National Real Estate,

Auction on site Saturday February 11 @ 11am

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Kathy Mulheron

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Steve Perry 0418 711 955 54 MARAWA DR, PARREARRA

Sharon Heays 0499 205 409

$470,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

Karen Jones 0405 122 526 8 BIRUBI STREET, MINYAMA 3/80 NORTH SHORE ROAD, TWIN WATERS Auction on site Saturday February 11 @ 12pm

RE/MAX Realty Excellence, Tim Burrough

Passed in, in post auction negotiations 569 PAYNTERS CREEK ROAD, ROSEMOUNT

4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car

$635,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath 2 car

McGrath Mooloolaba 5450 8000 Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722 Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

Harcourts Buderim, Jarrad McCarthy

Geoff Ohmsen 0412 103 147 Damien Michael 0413 024 124

67 Mooloolah Drive, Minyama

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24 Jarrah Road, Buderim • • • •

Charming Queenslander Modern Kitchen Low maintenance landscaped gardens Quiet Street

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Well sought after location on top Renovator’s delight Neat as a pin Large backyard, room for a pool Quiet family friendly street

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PRESTIGIOUS BEACHSIDE RESIDENCE

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Stunning design capturing the true essence of relaxed beach side living Balconies & windows capture ocean breezes and views to Coolum & Coral Sea Entertainer’s dream home complete with master chef’s style kitchen & dining Outdoor entertaining area with built in kitchen, lap pool, spa & water features Over-sized living zones; private guest suite; ample storage; internal lift

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WORLD CLASS OPULENT PENTHOUSE – IN THE HEART OF THE SUNSHINE COAST 1001/8 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore Presenting for sale the ‘Aurora Penthouse’, boasting the ultimate panoramic 360° views of ocean, river, city lights and hinterland. This remarkable property, presents a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure yourself the pinnacle of Sunshine Coast penthouses, a showcase of extraordinary space, prestige, views and luxury. Finished to world class standards and occupying the top two floors of the coveted Aurora building, this is a unique linear penthouse of undeniable refinement. Offering over 700m2 of pure luxury living with an endless choice of entertaining zones inside and out including media room, games room, alfresco dining/lounging and 6 person Jacuzzi set amongst the clouds.

4 Bed | 5+ Bath | 4 Car • River, ocean, hinterland • 360 degree awe inspiring views • Commanding the top two floors • World class finishes • Beautiful entertaining balconies • Secure 4 car garaging with storage • Private sauna room

Price: Expressions Of Interest Closing 4pm, 24th February 2017 Inspect: By Appointment Only Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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AUCTION DEEPWATER RESORT STYLE LIVING – AUCTION FEBRUARY 11TH AT 11AM 67 Mooloolah Drive, Minyama • Breathtaking long water vistas with private pontoon and sandy beach offering an east-north-east aspect with direct ocean access • Architecturally designed fully renovated luxury home with Hamptons design features unparalleled on the Sunshine Coast • Exquisite living and entertainment zones with covered alfresco area, built-in outdoor kitchen, fire pit and putting green • Imported Italian tiles seamlessly flowing from inside to out, including all wet areas • Quality fixtures and fittings with gourmet kitchen and stone benchtops throughout • Expansive fully tiled lap pool with spa and private gazebo surrounded by landscaped gardens • Extensive use of feature stone walls with Merbau Timber offering a lifestyle and location second to none

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 4 Car

Auction: On Site, This Saturday February 11th at 11am Inspect: Saturday 10.30am-11am Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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AUCTION THIS WILL BE THE BEST BUY IN PELICAN WATERS IN 2017 1 Cowiebank Place, Pelican Waters If its location, lifestyle and views you are looking for then this premium positioned waterfront property may well be your next home. Nestled away in a private cul-de-cac you will find a ‘must see’ for an astute buyer. Set on 1,465m2 and serviced by 4 oversized bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage and multiple living and dining areas. A lovely spacious home in extremely good condition offers a perfect environment for a growing or grown family. Lovely as is, it offers some scope to further capitalise if desired. Renovate or not it’s your choice, but an inspection is a must to decide as rarely does an opportunity such as this present itself. Urgent action required.

4+ Bed | 3 Bath | 3 Car • 1,465 square metre main canal waterfront • 24 metre frontage • Private outdoor entertaining areas • Parent’s retreat with balcony • Massive pool with grass surrounds • Electronic gates and security system • Full size heavy duty pontoon

Auction: On Site, Saturday March 4th at 12pm Inspect: Saturday 2-2.30pm Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184 Anne Wallace 0418 769 466

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THE BEST PRESTIGE BUY OF 2017!

48 Tantula Road East, Alexandra Headland This stunning Alexandra Headland home will be SOLD well below replacement cost! Ignore all previous price advertising! The owners of this beautiful residence are relocating to Brisbane and have provided strict instructions – SELL IT NOW! This property is ready to move into and enjoy the highly sought after lifestyle on offer. With a commanding position high above Alexandra Headland, this stunning Ken Down designed masterpiece will appeal to the most astute buyer and features sweeping panoramic views over the Coast. An urgent sale is required and the owners will consider all offers. Don’t delay or you might just miss out on the best buy of 2017!

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car • Stunning position high above Alex • Perfect northern aspect • Amazing 200° panoramic views • Architecturally designed by Ken Down • Beautiful deck offering privacy • Abundance of natural light • An opportunity not to be missed

Price: Expressions of Interest Closing 4pm, 28th February 2017 Inspect: Saturday 12-12.30pm, Tuesday 5-5.45pm Alan Riley 0422 723 719 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

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GOLDEN TRIANGLE MASTERPIECE - IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN! 1 Kate Street, Alexandra Headland Offered to the market for the first time, this Frank Raadschelder designed luxury home, occupying one of the best blocks in Alexandra Headland’s coveted Golden Triangle. Showcasing panoramic ocean views north to south that encompass the white water of the breaking waves and some of the Coast’s most iconic landmarks. This much-admired home is truly in a class of its own. Buyers in the luxury beachside market need to act immediately to secure this. An inspection is a must.

3 Bed | 3 Bath | 4 Car • Lift access throughout home • Marble bench tops • Travertine tiles • Self contained residence • Wood burning fireplace • Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning • Security system

Price: Contact Agent Inspect: By Appointment Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

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ABOVE AND BEYOND From page 53

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he Aurora penthouse boasts the ultimate panoramic river, ocean and hinterland views.

This penthouse presents a once-ina-lifetime opportunity to secure yourself a trophy sky home of extraordinary space and luxury.

Commanding the top two floors of the Aurora building, the apartment has 700 m2 of living space. Features include roof top garden, jacuzzi, balcony, media room, games room and steam room. The kitchen has been designed for entertaining with a butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry and Miele appliances. The living and dining area has two-storey high ceilings.

1001/8 DUPORTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE 4 bed, 5 bath, 4 car Expressions of interest closing February 24 @ 4pm Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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his charming home is ideal for someone looking to move straight in or renovate. Its sturdy foundations are ready to take on a second storey. The new owner will be perfectly positioned in a quiet, family-friendly and well sought after Buderim location. The home features stainless screens, an enclosed sun room with access to a drive-through garage. There is also an underground water tank. The large backyard is fenced on three sides and there is plenty of room for a pool.

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11 WIAN STREET, BUDERIM 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Auction on site Saturday February 18 @ 12pm Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722 Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

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AUCTION

Buderim, 109 Cogill Road

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The Property Find of 2017 Surrounded by forestry reserve and isolated from neighbouring properties, you can easily forget that you reside in the heart of Buderim. The flat, acreage allotment is set back from the roadside and creates an emotive response every time you return home down your driveway. The neighbouring bushland is home to an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos.

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Friday February 17 at 5pm, on site View Saturday 10.00-11.30am, Wednesday 5.00-6.00pm harcourts.buderim.com.au/QB2554

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Chevallum, 354 McGilchrist Road Prestigious Rural Retreat Close to all Amenities

$1,095,000

This immaculately presented prestigious rural retreat represents fantastic value by committed to sell owners.

The home is commandingly sighted with extensive views of the Blackall Range escarpment and offers peace and tranquility yet is close to schools,railway station,beaches and is only 10 minutes to Buderim village.

View Saturday 11:00 - 12:00pm harcourts.buderim.com.au/QB2547

• 1.96ha (approx 5 acres) of private acreage • Large modern equipped stone topped kitchen • Large outdoor entertaining and pool area • Home stylishly updated to a high standard • 2 water tanks approx 94,000 litres plus dam • Land approx half grassed half lightly wooded • Suit hobby farmer/horses/ideal family home

Seaforth Matheson 0497 997 917

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2/18 Blackall St, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS & BEST BUYS

WATERFRONT LIVING If it’s location, lifestyle and views you are looking for then this premium positioned waterfront property may be your next home. Nestled away in a private cul-de-sac, set on 1465m2, the home has four large bedrooms, three bathrooms and multiple living and dining areas. The central hub of the home is an oversized kitchen with granite preparation areas, island bench and breakfast bar. The open plan nature of the floor combines with the outdoor entertaining and pool on the water’s edge. The grassed area is ideal for kids and dogs to play overlooking the expansive canal vista. Other additions include nine foot ceilings, office, laundry, garden shed and pontoon with jet ski winch.

1 COWIEBANK PLACE, PELICAN WATERS 4 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Contact agent Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184 Anne Wallace 0418 769 466

NAMBOUR: 62 Price Street Sat 12-12.40 Duplex located in the centre of Nambour on 2 637m . Neat & tidy, recently refurbished & provide a return of $480/wk. Easy walk to transport & shops. Possible commercial uses. $347,000 WOOMBYE: 26 McCarthy St Sat 12-12.40 Close proximity to Woombye Shopping Village.

1042m2 block with 3brm home. 2 bathrooms, formal lounge + family room + office with sep. entrance. Space for boat or trailer.

Buyers in the high $400,000’s DIDDILLIBAH: 18 Brookfield St Sat 1-1.40 Dual Living On Over 1 Acre at the end of cul de sac. 2 separate residences joined by covered walkway. Dual living possibilities, extra income potential or a super sized family home for those needing more space. 5brms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car accommodation. Situated on a lush, leafy, private 4897m2 at the end of a dress circle cul de sac. Well established landscaped gardens, Verandahs with north aspect. Rare opportunity.

Buyers in the high $500,000s WEST WOOMBYE: 2 livable homes, 8 acres, 2 dams.1st home- 3brms, 2bath, spacious lounge & kitchen. 2nd home, 3-4brms, 2bath, n/facing verandah. Ig pool, 15mx9m shed with 4mt high roller doors + 3 phase power (own meter). Priced at $795,000 WOOMBYE: Endless possibilities. 2 x blocks for sale! L3 - 4 hectare block, cleared, gentle sloping land, only minutes to Woombye. L2 Partly elevated, walking distance to Woombye.

Rural zoning - 6 hectares.

Enquire today.

VACANT LAND - MERRIMAN ESTATE. Vacant block 901m2 in this boutique estate.

Close to all amenities and just waiting for your Dream home to be built! Don’t miss this opportunity!

PRICED TO SELL HORIZONS NORTH - Stage 2 and 3 Selling Fast!

Land for sale! Level building sites available, some with views. Block sizes from 800m2, offering wide frontages. Ideal location, easy access to shopping, coastal beaches and more.

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NINE (CH5)

WIN (CH8)

SBS (CH3)

FRIDAY

6pm Pointless.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 QI. (M) Hosted by Sandi Toksvig.

8.30 Vera. (M) An extreme sports fanatic is murdered.

10.00 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (M) 10.35 Lateline.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

Joh meets with one of the My Kitchen Rules’ instant restaurant duos, to cook their secret Valentine’s Day recipe.

8.30 To Be Advised.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Rugby League. All Stars.

Indigenous All Stars v World All Stars. From McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle, NSW. 9.00 Lethal Weapon. (M) Two cops work a beat in Los Angeles.

11.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M)

6pm WIN News.

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

7.30 The Living Room. Julia Morris visits Amanda’s home.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) The story of the Big Red Chair.

9.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Middlesbrough To Hexham.

Presented by Michael Portillo.

8.30 MOVIE Million Dollar Baby.

(2004) (M) Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman. A boxing trainer teaches a waitress to fight.

SATURDAY

6pm Grand Designs: House Of The Year.

7.00 News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) 8.30 Call The Midwife. (M) A dockworker’s wife faces a difficult decision.

9.30 New Tricks. (M) 10.30 Newton’s Law. (M)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 Athletics. Nitro Athletics Melbourne. Night 3. From Lakeside Stadium, Victoria.

9.40 MOVIE Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle. (2003) (M) Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu. A trio of secret agents goes undercover.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 MOVIE Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2. (2015) (PG) Kevin James, Raini Rodriguez, Daniella Alonso.

9.00 MOVIE The Hangover Part III. (2013) (MA15+) Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms.

11.00 Bruce Springsteen: In His Own Words. (M)

6pm Gold Coast Cops. (PG) Officers go undercover.

6.30 Scorpion. (PG) 7.30 MacGyver. (M) MacGyver must find a mole in the US government.

8.30 Hawaii Five-0. Chin is kidnapped.

9.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 48 Hours. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.35 Hitler’s Secrets: The Downfall.

(PG) A look into the life of Adolf Hitler.

8.30 Deutschland 83. A spy goes undercover in West Germany.

10.15 Undressed.

SUNDAY

6pm Tomorrow When The War Began. (PG) 7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Grand Designs. Hosted by Kevin McCloud.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) A member of a village watch is murdered.

10.00 Highly Strung. (M)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Amateur cooks take turns transforming a home into a restaurant.

8.30 Miniseries: Hoges. (M) Part 1 of 2. Charts the meteoric rise to fame of former Sydney Harbour Bridge worker, Paul Hogan.

10.30 To Be Advised.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Married At First Sight. (PG) 8.30 60 Minutes. Featuring reports from Liz Hayes, Tara Brown, Allison Langdon, Charles Wooley and Ross Coulthart.

9.30 Lethal Weapon. (M) 10.30 Better Late Than Never. (PG) 11.30 To Be Advised.

6pm Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 Bondi Rescue.

7.00 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 8.30 24: Legacy. (M) An attempt is made on a soldier’s life.

9.30 Homeland. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 48 Hours. (M)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 The Silk Road. Part 2 of 3.

8.30 Trump’s Divided States Of America. Part 1 of 2. Takes a look back at events during the Obama presidency that have led to deep divisions in the US. 10.25 Colin Hay: Waiting For My Real Life.

MONDAY

6pm Pointless.

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Hosted by Sarah Ferguson.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG) Hosted by Paul Barry.

9.35 Q&A.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) 9.00 Bride And Prejudice: The Forbidden Weddings. (PG) Sparks fly for Courtney and Brad.

10.00 Ramsay’s Hotel Hell. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight.

9.00 House Husbands. (PG) Mark’s world is turned upside down.

10.00 Botched. (M) A model wants her implants replaced.

11.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… (PG) 9.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Australia. (M) 9.40 Life In Pieces. (M) 10.10 Life In Pieces. (PG) 10.40 The Odd Couple. (PG) 11.40 WIN News.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Michael Mosley: Trust Me, I’m A Doctor. (PG) 8.30 Sacred Rivers With Simon Reeve: The Yangtze. Part 3 of 3.

9.30 Undressed. Two people get to know each other.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

6pm Pointless.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Outback ER: Mining Town. (PG) A man has trouble breathing.

8.30 Ice Wars. (M) Part 2 of 4.

9.30 Human Universe With Brian Cox: Are We Alone? Part 3 of 5.

10.30 Lateline.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

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

by Pete Evans and Manu Feildel.

9.00 800 Words. (PG) Fiona struggles in her new parenting role.

10.00 Bones. (M) 11.00 Chicago Fire. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. People’s guards come down at a dinner party.

9.00 Travel Guides. (PG) Ordinary Aussies take on the job of travel critics.

10.00 Schwarzenegger The Celebrity Apprentice. (PG)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 8.30 NCIS. (M) The team uncovers a bomb plot.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 WIN News.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Paul Merton’s Secret Stations.

8.30 Insight. Single Australians share their stories.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Spring Tide. (M)

7.30pm 7.30.

8.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery.

8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (M) 9.00 Stop Laughing… This Is Serious: Too Much Variety Is Barely Enough. (M) 10.00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) 9.00 Murder Uncovered. (M) Presented by Michael Usher.

10.00 The Investigator: A True Crime Story. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Planet Earth II. (PG) 8.40 Murder Calls: Herman Rockefeller. (M) 9.40 Life Inside Lockdown: Hell On Earth. (M) 10.50 Chicago Med. (M) 11.50 Murder In The First. (M)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 8.30 This Is Us. (M) Toby helps Kate relax.

9.30 Madam Secretary. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 WIN News.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Tony Robinson Down Under. (PG) 8.35 The Eighties: Raised On Television Pt 2. (PG) An exploration of the 1980s continues.

9.30 Vikings. (PG)

6pm Pointless.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Dream Gardens.

8.30 Newton’s Law. (M) Josephine tackles a gender dysphoria case.

9.30 No Offence. The squad investigates an explosion.

10.20 Lateline.

6.30pm News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The Chase: My Kitchen Rules Special.

8.30 Mighty Trains: The Ghan. (PG) Takes a look at The Ghan.

9.30 Big Kitchens: Colossal Cruise Ship. (PG) 10.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Sheldon gets jealous of a co-worker.

9.30 MOVIE John Wick. (2014) (MA15+) Keanu Reeves, Willem Dafoe, Michael Nyqvist.

11.30 The Mysteries Of Laura. (PG)

6pm WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PG) 9.00 Gogglebox. Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows.

10.00 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 11.00 Blue Bloods.

6pm Food Safari.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Pembroke Dock To Swansea.

8.05 Destination Flavour Singapore.

8.35 Food Detectives. Part 1 of 3.

9.35 Deutschland 83. (M) 10.30 SBS News.

THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

ABC (CH2)

TUESDAY

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FRIDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Dirty Jobs. 8.20 Second Chance. 8.35 Catfish: The TV Show. 9.15 Secret Life Of Human Pups. 9.55 Louie.

10.20 Penn & Teller: Fool Us.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Wild Planet: North America.

8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Property Ladder. 10.30 Before And After. 11.00 Wild Planet: North America.

6pm MythBusters. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Big Bang. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Deliver Us From Evil. (2014) (MA15+) 11.30 Rude Tube. 12am Jail. 12.30 Jail.

6pm MOVIE Igor.

(2008) (PG) 7.45 MOVIE Free Birds.

(2013) (G) 9.30 MOVIE Starsky & Hutch. (2004) (M) Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughn.

11.30 Mike & Molly.

(PG)

6pm Friends. (PG) 7.00 As Time Goes By. 7.40 Monarch Of The Glen. (PG) 8.50 MOVIE First Knight. (1995) (M) Sean Connery, Richard Gere, Julia Ormond.

11.35 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 MacGyver. (PG) 8.30 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M) 9.30 Highlander. (M) 11.30 Ripper Street. (MA15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 8.00 Rules Of Engagement.

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Kate & Leopold. (2001) (PG)

SATURDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 8.15 Would I Lie To You? 8.45 Live At The Apollo. 9.30 Comedy Next Gen. 10.25 Black Books. 10.50 Red Dwarf.

6pm Homes Under The Hammer. 7.00 Some Mothers Do ’Ave ’Em. (PG) 7.45 One Foot In The Grave.

(PG) 8.30 Citizen Khan.

(PG) 9.00 Tennis. Fed Cup. Day 1.

6pm AFL Women’s Pre-Game Show. 6.30 AFL Women’s.

Round 2. Collingwood v Melbourne. 8.45 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 9.15 MOVIE Get The Gringo. (2012) (MA15+) 11.15 Rude Tube.

7.10pm MOVIE Man Of Steel. (2013) (PG) Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Russell Crowe.

9.55 MOVIE Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance. (2011) (M) 11.50 Gotham.

(MA15+)

7pm MOVIE Two Weeks Notice. (2002) (PG) 9.00 MOVIE When Harry Met Sally.

(1989) (M) Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher. 11.00 MOVIE The Love Letter. (1999) (PG)

6pm Freddie Flintoff: Lord Of The Fries. (PG) 7.00 Attenborough’s The Life Of Mammals.

(PG) 8.00 Attenborough’s Ark. 9.00 48 Hours. (M) 10.00 Megacities. (PG) 11.00 Megafactories.

7.30pm New Girl. (M) 8.30 Tropfest 2017. (M) 10.30 The Loop. (PG)

SUNDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Soccer.

W-League. Grand Final. 9.55 Louis Theroux: Extreme Love. (M) 10.55 Secret Life Of Human Pups.

(MA15+) 11.40 Diary Of A Teenage Virgin.

6pm Animal Airport.

6.30 Dog Patrol. 7.00 Border Security: International. 7.30 Border Security USA. 8.00 Border Patrol.

8.30 Escape To The Country.

7pm MOVIE Back To The Future. (1985) (PG) 9.25 MOVIE Rambo: First Blood. (1982) (M) 11.25 Rude Tube.

12am Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars. Replay.

6pm MOVIE Space Jam. (1996) (G) 7.40 MOVIE Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. (1994) (PG) Jim Carrey, Sean Young. 9.20 MOVIE Superbad. (2007) (MA15+) 11.35 Two And A Half Men. (PG)

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (PG) 9.00 Major Crimes. (M) 10.00 Rizzoli & Isles.

(M) 11.00 The Closer.

(M)

6pm Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Numb3rs. (M) 8.30 Attenborough’s Gorillas. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Vice. (2015) (MA15+) 11.30 Moments Of Impact.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Futurama. 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Sex And The City. 10.00 How I Met Your Mother. 10.30 Sex And The City.

MONDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Dirty Jobs. 8.30 Louis Theroux: Twilight Of The Porn Stars. (M) 9.30 The Insider.

10.20 Louie. 10.45 Soccer. W-League.

Grand Final. Replay.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. (PG) 8.30 Foyle’s War. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 World’s Most Amazing Videos. (M) 8.30 Prospectors. (PG) 9.30 Klondike Gold Fever.

(PG) 10.30 Strangest Weather On Earth.

11.30 Dogs Of War.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 Science Of Stupid. (M) 8.00 Top Gear. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE Riddick. (2013) (MA15+) Vin Diesel, Katee Sackhoff.

6pm Friends. 7.00 As Time Goes By. 7.40 David Attenborough’s Elephants: A Spy In The Herd. (PG) 8.50 Weird Wonders Of The World. (PG) 10.00 Stephen Fry In America. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

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

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Peacemaker. (1997) (M) George Clooney, Nicole Kidman, Armin Mueller-Stahl. 11.05 The Crazy Ones. (M)

6.30pm Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Rules Of Engagement. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat.

9.00 The Great Indoors. 9.30 Supernatural.

TUESDAY

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Dirty Jobs. 8.15 How To Be A Fan With Hex. 8.30 Ross Kemp On Gangs.

(MA15+) 9.30 Locked Up: Broadmoor. 10.20 Archer. 10.40 Louie.

11.05 The Insider.

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

(PG) 8.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 I Shouldn’t Be Alive. (M) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol.

(PG) 8.30 World’s Toughest Trucker. (PG) 9.30 Ice Road Truckers. (M) 10.30 Counting Cars. 11.30 Strip N’ Rip.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Quantum Of Solace. (2008) (M) Daniel Craig. 10.40 MOVIE Hard To Kill.

(1990) (MA15+)

6pm Friends. (PG) 7.00 As Time Goes By. 7.30 New Tricks. (M) 8.40 MOVIE Titanic.

(1997) (M) Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 48 Hours. 8.30 Countdown To Murder.

(M) 9.30 VF Confidential. 10.30 Backstrom. 11.30 Gang Related. (M)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Rules Of Engagement. 8.30 MOVIE Wog Boy 2: The Kings Of Mykonos.

(2010) (M)

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Dirty Jobs. 8.30 Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week. 9.20 Hunted.

10.10 Louie. 10.35 Catfish: The TV Show.

11.15 Outsiders With Darren McMullen.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 Jonathan Creek. (M) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.30 I Shouldn’t Be Alive. (M) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol.

(PG) 8.30 Pawn Stars Australia. (PG) 9.00 Aussie Pickers. (PG) 10.00 American Pickers. (PG)

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 BattleBots.

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Transformers. (2007) (M) Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox. 11.30 Container Wars. (PG)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 Friends. 7.00 As Time Goes By. (PG) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 Poirot. (PG) 10.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 Silent Witness.

(MA15+)

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 David Attenborough’s Madagascar. 8.30 Megafactories. 9.30 Shark Tank. (PG) 10.30 Backstrom. 11.30 Sons Of Anarchy. (MA15+)

6.30pm Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

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

7pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Dirty Jobs. 8.30 The Weekly.

9.00 Black Books. 9.25 Red Dwarf. 9.55 Maximum Choppage.

10.25 Louie. 10.45 Comedy Next Gen.

6.30pm Seven Local News. 7.00 Seven News. 7.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG) 8.00 Vicious. (M) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries.

(M) 10.30 Saved. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm American Pickers.

(PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars.

(PG) 7.30 Big Bang.

(PG) 9.30 Family Guy. (M) 10.30 American Dad! (M) 11.30 Hardcore Pawn. 12am What Went Down.

12.30 Pawn Stars.

6pm Regular Show.

(PG) 6.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 Big Bang.

(PG) 8.30 MOVIE Star Trek. (2009) (M) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Eric Bana. 11.00 Airplane Repo. (PG)

6pm Friends. (PG) 7.00 As Time Goes By. (PG) 7.40 RPA. (PG) 8.40 Amazing Medical Stories. (PG) 9.40 Embarrassing Bodies.

(PG) 10.40 Embarrassing Bodies.

(M) 11.40 Little Britain.

6pm Family Feud.

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

(PG) 8.30 Megacities.

9.00 Megacities. (PG) 9.30 Cops: Adults Only. (M) 10.30 Undercover Boss.

6pm Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.05 The Simpsons. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. 8.00 Rules Of Engagement. 8.30 Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew.

9.30 Dating Naked.

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23°C MIN

32°C MAX

Mostly sunny Saturday 11/02/17

22°C MIN

33°C MAX

Sunny

Possible shower

Sunday 12/02/17

22°C MIN

Monday 13/02/17

35°C MAX

23°C MIN

35°C MAX

SURF REPORT

with MWP’s man in the water

Well, we have finally seen some waves over two feet – hope you scored a few. The weekend will see the size taper off with both days looking a bit different.

Saturday winds will be light first up so get in early as we should see waves on all the open stretches up to a metre plus. If the weather behaves as predicted, Sunday winds will swing around from the north-west so the northern corners will be the go with the swell hanging in around the two foot plus mark. Try the corner at Sunshine, Yaroomba and Kawana pocket with Kings being smaller but clean.

There may be the odd stinger around so keep your eyes peeled. Remember to stay sun safe.

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ESTUARY: Silver bream are moving in over the Maroochy Bar on the bigger tides this week with the banks around Goat Island returning quality fish.

Chopper tailor in the deeper water from Chambers Island to the mouth of Eudlo Creek using whitebait.

Mangrove jack are about in numbers enjoying the hot, steamy conditions on live baits or plastics worked near snags or structures.

SURF: Tailor are at Pincushion when using small pillies with quality improving just after dark. Whiting and dart taking pippies along Maroochy Beach. Jew chasing butter bream along Marcoola Beach.

OFFSHORE: Cobia at The Blinker or near any structures. Most close-in reefs firing for squire, sweetlip, undersize pearl perch and red emperor.

Squid and mullet fillet best baits. Southern end of the Barwon Banks for snapper and pearlies. Spotted and school mackeral are around early morning off Caloundra, but are fickle as there are plenty of bait schools to feed on.

FRESHWATER: Local impoundments seemed to have slowed down slightly, but trips to Somerset, Borumba or out to Boondooma will return bass and the three species of perch on a mixture of live shrimps, earthworms and deep diving lures.

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TAURUS (April 21-May 21)

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)

With Venus and Mars vamping through your sign, it’s the perfect time to flutter your eyelashes (or flex your pecs) and ask for what you want.

Then sit back and reap the romantic rewards on Valentine’s Day. Singles – don’t settle for second best.

The energy suggests a private, magical Valentine’s Day. (“Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze.”

Carolyn Gold Heilbrun) Singles – unexpected synchronicities could lead you to your true love.

When it comes to romance and close partnerships, Saturn is constantly reminding you about your duties. But this week, make sure you have plenty of fun. Thursday favours commerce, social media, group activities and international connections.

CANCER (June 22-July 23)

LEO (July 24-Aug 23)

VIRGO (Aug 24-Sep 23)

At the moment, with purposeful Pluto moving through your relationship zone, love is a serious business. So your quote for Valentine’s Day is from writer William Barclay “Love always involves responsibility, and love always involves sacrifice.”

Find a dream you and your partner can share together. Then put time, effort and hard work into making that dream come true. “Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but of looking outward together in the same direction” Antoine St Exupery.

Whether you are attached, searching for your soulmate, or happily single, Valentine’s Day is an appropriate time to reflect on the fact that love really does make the world go around. And love is definitely the glue that binds us all together.

LIBRA (Sep 24-Oct 23)

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21)

With Mars and Venus both travelling through your partnership zone, prepare for a bold Valentine’s Day. Coupled Librans – why not organise a romantic rendezvous? Singles – to find true love, you need to be brave and step out of your comfort zone.

Focus your attention on your lover, as you give them the right royal romantic treatment on Valentine’s Day. Singles … love and work are linked in surprising ways. When it comes to money matters, are you feeling less than abundant?

Have you got a pile of projects that you’ve started and never completed?

This week the Sun and Saturn boost motivation and concentration, so you can bring a project to a final and fabulous conclusion. Don’t waste the opportunity!

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20)

AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19)

PISCES (Feb 20-March 20)

When it comes to finding (or maintaining) true love, resist the urge to be overly controlling. Coupled Capricorn – avoid the temptation to be bossy at home. Give your spouse more space. Singles – stop looking for love in all the obvious places.

Don’t take your partner – or potential partner – for granted! If you do, then your neglected lover may go looking for attention elsewhere. “Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone. It has to be made like bread, remade all the time, made new”. Ursula Le Guin.

Attached fish – you’re feeling extra romantic as you lavish attention – and money – on your partner; wear your heart on your sleeve, or play out a fantasy with your lover. Single Pisces – don’t base your self-esteem on whether you have a partner.

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SCATTERWORD

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SUDOKU

LEVEL: HARD

Narrow paddle boat More than one goose Speaks loudly Shortest digit on a hand A smell Largest country in Asia A smart machine Cooked in oil

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

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SCATTERWORD: COTENANCY, connate, tenancy, connect, accent, octane, cannot, canton, enact, canto, cotan, atone, oaten, nanto, nonet, tenon, tonne, cant, coat, taco, ante, etna, neat, toea, yate, cent, cote, note, tone, toey.

JUNIOR X-WORD: kayak, geese, yells, thumb, odour, India, robot, fried (KEYBOARD)

CROSSWORD: ACROSS: 1 Durban 4 Sweeping 9 Anthem 10 Singular 12 Bach 13 Hover 14 Bent 17 Connoisseurs 20 Out of the blue 23 Rate 24 Octet 25 Twig 28 Vanguard 29 Devour 30 Ticklish 31 Openly DOWN: 1 Drawback 2 Reticent 3 Apex 5 White feather 6 Edgy 7 In lieu 8 Gyrate 11 House of cards 15 Vogue 16 Creed 18 Slow down 19 Beggarly 21 Privet 22 Ethnic 26 Cull 27 Reap

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THE LAST WORD

FINDING OUR HUMANITY Richard O’Leary dreams of a future without discrimination.

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always find it interesting to see how Australia is portrayed in other countries, which is why a story in the New York Times caught my attention last week.

The headline read: “When Gangs Killed Gay Men for Sport: Australia Reviews 88 Deaths”.

It talked about gangs of young men who went on “poofter-bashing” sprees between 1976 and 2000 – and the Sydney police who turned a blind eye to these anti-gay hate crimes.

More than 30 of the investigations have now been reopened.

It’s worth remembering some of these crimes were committed, and the police indifference

“The transgender topic excites much controversy in Australia…”

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displayed, less than a generation ago.

Not all of the prejudice from that era was so stark – much of it was casual categorisation: poofters, dykes and pansies.

I’d like to think those attitudes have changed, at least a little – that our country has matured since then, and the evidence seems to support that theory.

Homophobia is becoming increasingly marginalised. In the most recent survey 20 per cent of Australians thought homosexuality was a sin – that’s down from 36 per cent in 2005.

If those figures continue to fall, homophobia may soon join a long list of prejudices that have been shed like uncomfortable coats in the past couple of hundred years. Please don’t assume I think it’s a foregone conclusion. The rate of the fall has started to slow in the past few years, and as the debate over same-sex marriage shows, there is still a way to go.

But we shouldn’t forget attitudes can change

quickly and decisively.

Slavery was only abolished in the United States less than 200 years ago, and women were only given the vote in Australia in the early 1900s.

All this has me pondering what will be the next form of discrimination to go the way of the dodo.

The Boy Scouts in America may provide a hint.

It’s just reversed a century-old rule to accept members based on the gender on their application, which has opened the door for transgender boys to tie knots, earn merit badges and fasten their neckerchiefs with woggles.

The Boy Scouts had always deferred to the information on an individual’s birth certificate to determine eligibility for membership.

The transgender topic excites much controversy in Australia, but if history teaches us anything, attitudes change and what is unacceptable to one generation can quickly become just another social norm for the next.

And how will our treatment of people with gender fluidity be reported in the New York Times a generation from now? olearylastword@gmail.com

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The Mercedes-Benz Sale gives you every reason to buy the car of your dreams. With just one small matter left to take care of and every incentive to do so. There’s no better time to visit Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast. Go on, find an excuse; or simply trade in today. www.mbsunshinecoast.com.au Excludes GLC, GLC Coupé, S-Class Cabriolet and C-Class Cabriolet. ^ For vehicles purchased and delivered between 3 January and 28 February 2017, unless extended and while stocks last. Drive away price for listed registered demonstrator. Contact Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast for available vehicles.

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parkside or waterfront. what’s your preference?

Our lake boasts some of the most stunning views you will find anywhere on the Sunshine Coast.

However, it’s often been our parklands that have sealed the deal for those choosing to build their new home at Sunshine Cove.

With over 26 hectares of nature reserves and parklands you could be forgiven for thinking you were living in the country, no where near Maroochydore.

Yet its city heart is just a short walk away.

Our latest precinct, Claremont again features stunning, direct, north facing water homesites, but it too offers has a wonderful selection of park front

terrace and laneway allotments and more of our innovative urban allotments.

One look at Claremont’s Precinct Plan will reveal just how special this enclave within Sunshine Cove will become. Almost every homesite within Claremont will have either a water, or parkland view to enjoy.

This weekend come take in the Sunshine Cove views for yourself, have a wander along the lakeside boardwalks and pathways and on through to our parklands. See what takes your fancy... waterfront or parkside?

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