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What a way to start the new year! We are just halfway through January and the pandemic has got us again, this time with a variant called Omicron sweeping through the community. This time last year, there wasn’t even such a word! But there you go, if there is anything we have learned over the last couple of years, it’s to expect the unexpected.

Nevertheless, in times of momentous change, it’s comforting to fall back upon the things we know. In my case, this includes having the opportunity to stand in for editor Candice Holznagel while she’s on leave.

As editor, it’s my job to go through all of the stories, columns and commentary and in doing so, I get a bird’s eye view of the Coast.

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provides a connection to and understanding of the place we call home. These days, wellbeing experts agree having a sense of place enriches the quality of our life. I trust My Weekly Preview contributes to this, especially during the rollercoaster ride we are presently swinging through.

This week, the cover story takes a look at New Year’s resolutions. My first thought was that, under the circumstances, we need to go easy on ourselves. But we humans are a varied bunch and at least one report shows that, when it comes to our desires, nothing much changes. Regardless of the pandemic, collectively, year after year, in terms of health, finances, career and family, we’re all in the same boat striving for the same things.

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My education 2021 ATAR results. See page 36 >

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Fair dinkum Ausslie slang has a long and rich history and it hits its stride in the summer months. WORDS: Howard Manns, Senior Lecturer in Linguistics, Monash University & Kate Burridge, Professor of Linguistics, Monash University.

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ummer loving happens so fast.

One day, you’re sipping quarantinis in locky d. The next, you’re hosting mates for barbies.

When we grab that snag, swag or esky, we’re doing more than celebrating summer. We’re celebrating it in Australian ways, and with Australian words.

We don’t always agree on those words.

Queenslanders have their togs and Victorians their bathers. And we don’t always agree with each other. The surfies hate the clubbies, and the bushwalkers bristle at hikers.

But when summer hits, many Aussies share a love of the outdoors. So, slip, slop, slap, and don your akubra, cabbage-tree hat or Cunnamulla Cartwheel (our sunburnt history is replete with evolving hat styles). Let’s celebrate Australian summer slang.

The great Aussie picnic: sangers, splayds and fly-swatting Australians deal with the summer in a very Australian way – irony, humour and idiom. Sure, an Australian picnic might be a pleasant affair, with sangers (sandwiches), flybog (jam) or splayds (a combined fork, spoon and knife, a proud

Australian slang has often come from the Aussie barbie Aussie invention). But in Australian English a picnic is also a word for ‘an awkward or disordered occasion’.

To be fair, a picnic might start off pleasant and then turn awkward. Your host might turn the tall poppy and put on jam (‘a pretentious display’). Your guests might act strange, too. Australian English abounds in words and idioms for madness or folly. Lexicographer Bruce Moore reckons we Aussies invented the short of x idiom, and more than a few of these are picnic-related: • a sandwich short of a picnic • a few snags short of a barbie • a couple of tinnies short of a slab • a stubbie short of a six pack.

Aussie beach life: wowsers, surfies and burkinis Summertime life revolves around the beach for many Australians. However, beach-going hasn’t always been easy-living.

We talk about tree-changes and sea-changes these days without much fuss.

However, just as the 19th-century bushgoers had to worry about bushrangers, the 19th century beach-goers had to worry about beach-rangers or larrikin pushes (‘gangs’). The latter could be recognised by their straw nan nan hats. The police feared the larrikins. The larrikins feared the sun.

In the 20th century, beach-going was a

battle between conservative types, and those who sought to challenge them.

Australian beaches had their fair share of wowsers in the early 20th century, and those who swam on censored beaches wore neck-to-knees or Spooners (named after a politician who opposed briefer costumes).

Surf clubs emerged to guard those swimmers who sought to avoid wowserland by swimming at unusual times or in unusual places. However, as social mores became more permissive, these clubbies ended up as the more conservative forces on the beaches.

Clubbies faced off with the surfie subcultures from the 1960s. Clubbies scoffed at the surfers, whom they viewed as gypsies, drifters and bums. Surfies scoffed at almost everyone, and developed a rich vocab for the inexperienced surfer.

Grommet or grommie was an Australian take on the US gremlin or gremmie.

It is hard to talk about Aussie beach slang without giving a nod to the 1979 book Puberty Blues. Kathy Lette and Gabrielle Carey drew heavily on – and perhaps introduced many Aussies to – words like moll, spunk and rack off. A recent survey shows variations of spunk (for example, spunky and spunkrat) as still the most common way Aussies say ‘attractive’.

Lette and Carey’s book also introduces readers to distinctive Australian swimwear.

They write at one point, “The ultimate disgrace for a surfie was to be seen in his scungies,”, which is fair enough. Scungiesalso known as speedos or budgie smugglers – is likely related to Australian scungy (‘disagreeable, sordid’).

Swags, billies and bush Of course, summertime isn’t just about going to the beach. Many Aussies head to the bush.

We might – armed with our swags and billies – take the word bushwalking and bushwalker as givens in Australia.

However, bushwalking and bushwalker only entered the Australian lexicon in the 1920s – and not without some controversy.

The first controversy came in the form of people claiming to have invented the term. A Sydney walker by the name of Myles Dunphy was convinced he must have invented bushwalker. In 1923, Dunphy compiled a list of 83 possible names for his walking club – bush walk was on that list. We say poor Dunphy – bush walk in fact appears as far back as 1846.

The second controversy came in asserting what Australians certainly weren’t doing in the bush: hiking. Some rejected the use of the word hike, such as this writer in the West Australian newspaper in 1932: “We deplore the use of bad American slang to describe what is eminently English and good”.

It was around this time that Australians started voicing their irrits (‘feelings of extreme irritation’) at any apparent American incursion into the lingo (even though many had already snuck in undetected — like bush!).

So [waves away flies], with this, we give you a great Aussie salute and [waves away flies again] wish you a good summer.

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The pioneers of hot-air balloon travel were not brave people but a rooster, sheep and a duck that were sent up in the innovative contraption invented by brothers Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier at the end of the 1700s. The animals were placed in a cage suspended beneath the balloon and after eight minutes ended up landing about three kilometres from where they took off, all alive and well.

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*In our last edition we noted actress Betty White’s upcoming 100th birthday. Unfortunately, due to early deadlines, this did not accurately reflect the renowned actress’s passing on December 31, 2021 on the cusp of her birthday.

Today in history – January 13 1915 – The worst earthquake in Italian history kills 30,000. The quake hit the town of Avezzano, about 100 kilometres east of Rome.

1968 – Johnny Cash performs live at Folsom State Prison. His live album Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison became a huge success.

2000 – Bill Gates steps down as CEO of Microsoft. Mr Gates co-founded Microsoft in 1975 with Paul Allen.

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Easy does it for this year It’s human nature to make resolutions at the start of a new year, but after two years of living with a global pandemic and the uncertainty it has brought, the beginning of 2022 is really a time to go easy on yourself. WORDS: Gail Forrer.

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ew Year is a time when we set ourselves a list of wonderful, often delusional, reach-forthe stars goals. It’s a sort of love/hate, determined-to-achieve, ready-for-failure, traditional thing that encourages us on an annual basis to wipe the slate clean, write up a new agenda and once again reaffirm our desire to do everything possible to live our best lives.

In 2022, although we’re feeling battered from nearly two years of pandemic living, the indomitable human spirit still rises and demands us to lean in and step up. Yet, under the present trying circumstances, it’s a better time to go easy on ourselves and replace the usual list of hard-edged resolutions (such as losing weight, exercising more, saving money) with some gently life-enhancing suggestions. Below is a list I have gathered from a host of thoughtful, optimistic and very funny people to satisfy our innate urge to make uplifting resolutions at this time of year.

In an essay for The New Yorker magazine, Colin Nissan writes about that old chestnut, weight loss. This man, who obviously has some experience on the topic, recommends a small start, one that you can’t miss. “Start with your fingers,”

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he advises. Personally, I understand where this fellow is coming from. Then he follows up with more specific directions: “When those aren’t obese anymore, move on to your arms and legs, then to your torso, and finally to those crazy chipmunk cheeks of yours.”

Another, just as joyful, but depending on your viewpoint more practical, proposal comes from Trent Dalton. Mr Dalton is Australia’s best-selling author of Boy Swallows Universe, All Our Shimmering Skies and Love Stories.

At the launch of Love Stories, the father of two daughters told the audience about the celebration of his family’s called MOPH. MOPH stands for moments of pure happiness. To explain how a MOPH occurs, he described a late afternoon when his 12-year-old daughter looked across the water at a beautiful sunset and called out “MOPH”.

This young girl’s MOPH call alerted her whole family to the beauty of nature and with a corresponding “MOPH” yelp they had all chimed in, shared and claimed the moment as special. Mr Dalton says the MOPH ritual includes the proviso that all surrounding family members must stop, note and join in the moment.

I felt an MOPH when I heard this, because it was a simple, mindful and funny way to note the magic in front of our eyes – and it costs nothing.

Oprah Winfrey often deals with the hard stuff, but this year she simply says just asking the right questions of yourself can build a better you.

“Ask the right questions and the answers always reveal themselves,” she

“Be kind and gentle with yourself. Get enough rest, regular exercise and eat a healthy diet. Listen to your body” advises. “We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are.”

To understand the things to move on from and the things to work towards, she recommends asking these questions: “What do I really want to do all day? How do I want to be remembered? What has kept me going all these years? Have I

made peace with my past? Do I say yes enough? What do I really want to do all day? How do I want to be remembered?

What am I afraid of? Does the quality of my life currently reflect my needs and my values? Am I waiting for my real life to begin? Do I feel at home? What is the most important thing in life?”

Medical doctor, self-help guru and author Deepak Chopra also goes slowly, recommending: “Be kind and gentle with yourself. Get enough rest, regular exercise and eat a healthy diet. Listen to your body and try to avoid things that cause you discomfort. Now you’ve released your unhealthy habits, you have space to introduce some good ones. If you can’t think of any, take this advice from Lord Buddha, ‘Life is very short, so break your silly ego, forgive quickly, believe slowly, love truly, laugh loudly and never avoid anything that makes you smile.’”

But be careful what you wish for: “This could be the year you finally commit to pursuing a job you’re enthusiastic about.

A resolution that’s both thrilling and terrifying. Thrilling because you actually might start doing what you love. And terrifying because you love poisonous frogs.” This sage advice issues forth from author Colin Nissan. myweeklypreview.com.au

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COVER STORY

A history of New Year’s resolutions

What do Australians want?

Australians are an irrepressible lot – despite the pandemic, this month’s national survey by Finder.com.au reveals 72 per cent of Australians – equivalent to almost 14 million people – have set a New Year’s resolution.

However, one million more people are not making a New Year’s resolution compared with the same time last year.

Here’s the list of what we aim for: • Eat healthier • Lose weight • Sleep more

• Be more sustainable • Work less/have a better work-life balance • Travel overseas • Renovate my home • Find love • Take more risks • Change my job • Volunteer • Quit smoking • Start meditating • Move interstate /overseas • Quit vaping • Quit drinking • Quit gambling

If you have wondered where the notion of New Year’s resolutions started, you have the check the records around 2000BC. That’s when the Babylonians organised a 12-day festival called Akitu to celebrate the start of the farming season to plant crops, crown their king and promise to pay off debt.

It is said that one common resolution was the returning of borrowed farm equipment.

Later on, the timing eventually shifted with the Julian calendar in 46BC, which declared January 1 as the start of the new year.

Interesting to note that January was named for the two-faced Roman god Janus, who looks forward for new beginnings as well as backward for reflection and resolution. The Romans would offer sacrifices to Janus and make promises of good behaviour for the year ahead.

Even if you don’t keep resolutions, there are good reasons to make them anyway.

The chief one is because just having a positive intention is good for the soul. To make that intention, you have to look in the mirror and be honest with yourself about what you would like to change, how you could go about it and how you will stick to it.

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After the success of the ban on a variety of single-use plastic items in September last year, Queenslanders are now being asked to have their say on what single-use plastics should be banned next. Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon says consultation is now open to gauge how Queenslanders feel about the proposal to expand the ban to cover more single-use plastic: “We are now very keen to hear from the community about what single-use plastic items we should target next.” She says items being considered include coffee cups and lids, plastic drinking cups, dome lids like those used on milkshakes, plastic wrapping on magazines or newspapers, fruit and vegetable produce bags, expanded polystyrene meat trays, balloon sticks and closures and bread bag tags. Locals can have their say until January 28. Visit qld.gov.au and search ‘Single-use plastic items ban’.

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$86 MILLION As part of the state government’s commitment to increasing firefighter numbers by 357 over five years, 97 more professional firefighters will join the ranks of the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) across Queensland this financial year, including at Beerwah and Coolum.

Minister for Fire and Emergency Services, Mark Ryan says more than $86 million will be allocated between now and 2025 to grow the total number of frontline FRS professional firefighters by more than 15 per cent based on current numbers. “This financial year’s growth will see resources directed to enhanced service delivery at Charters Towers, Beerwah, and Yarrabilba. Extra firefighters will also be allocated to Brisbane, south eastern and far northern regions as well as five-day stations, such as Coolum.” Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Greg Leach is welcoming the growth.

“Formerly an auxiliary only station, Beerwah will now be staffed for five days with continued support of auxiliary firefighters,” he says.

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Peregian Beach artist Petalia Humphreys has been commissioned as part of the ‘Yourcity, Yourstory’ creative program at the MET within the Maroochydore City Centre. Ms Humphreys’ installation includes an eight-metre gallery wall and a three-dimensional sculpture in three sections. “My practice explores what might be considered three-dimensional paintings – reductive abstract paintings that reveal an architectural concern for geometry and location. I like to encourage an interactive approach, inviting the audience to engage in playful ways, considering ways of looking at, perceiving and viewing the work.” Her work will be on display with the Maroochydore CBD until early 2022.

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Division two councillor Terry Landsberg is thanking the many residents, businesses and community groups that provided feedback on the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU) concept design.

“The project will address significant congestion at the nearby intersection of Nicklin Way, Pelican Waters Boulevard and Caloundra Road, providing motorists, cyclists and pedestrians with an alternative access route to everything that Caloundra

has to offer,” Cr Landsberg says. “The feedback will directly inform the project’s next stage, detailed design, which will take place in 2022.” The council, in partnership with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) offered community feedback on the 1.6-kilomtre upgrade, which will connect the CBD and Omrah Avenue to Nicklin Way, last year. “Some of the commonly asked questions were around Ben Bennett Bushland Park, and I want to assure the community that council is working with TMR to minimise the project’s footprint on the park, wherever possible,” Cr Landsberg says. For information on the project search ‘Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade’ at sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

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Screen dream Former Powderfinger drummer and ABC radio journalist Jon Coghill is pursuing a new passion, while helping to nurture the Sunshine Coast’s burgeoning TV and film industry. WORDS: Leigh Robshaw.

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s a child, Jon Coghill wanted to grow up to be either Michael Jackson or Luke Skywalker. He then fell in love with drumming when he heard INXS’s What You Need in the ’80s and went on to join one of the most successful Australian bands of all time.

The stratospheric success Powderfinger experienced could have been a hard act to follow, but Mr Coghill managed to switch from rock star to journalist when the band came to an end in 2010, pursuing a career as an ABC radio presenter. Now, he’s getting creative again as a screenwriter.

When we chat, he has just finished watching Game of Thrones for a second time and is watching The Sopranos all over again. But when he watches, it’s not just for enjoyment.

He’s analysing the characterisation, dialogue and settings; seeing what makes them so brilliant and what he can learn from two of the greatest TV shows ever made.

The Peregian father of three has been studying screenwriting online while becoming a key player in a push to establish a film and TV industry on the Sunshine Coast

and has brought former Australian prime minister Kevin Rudd on board as a major supporter.

“When I was at the ABC, working for a radio station and having deadlines within the next 10 minutes gave me a lot of confidence in writing,” he says. “I had to pump out stuff really quickly, which is completely different to screenwriting. You’ve got to plan it, write it then edit it, edit it, edit it.

“I’ve written a few films and have TV show ideas and am going to try and get them happening.”

Mr Coghill’s favourite genre is crime comedy and he’s written a script set on the Coast, as well as a comedy action road movie he says is “slightly autobiographical”.

“I like it when characters are flawed,” he says. “They have to get through life and are following their obsessions and we’re rooting for them, but their flaws keep on disabling them. I love that idea that we’ve all got these obsessions within ourselves.”

While he’s been busy connecting with producers and

funding bodies to have his work brought to life on the big or small screen, Mr Coghill has also been helping organise the the Sunny Coast Showdown, a new annual screen industry competition with prizes of $5000 to help fund and support local projects. Seven winners were announced in October and their projects will be presented at a gala presentation event on April 2.

Mr Coghill joined the Sunshine Coast Screen Collective – a group of local industry professionals who believe the Coast is perfectly suited for the screen industry – three years ago. With his mate and fellow former Nambour State High School student Daniel Munday – a producer for Survivor – and members of the Screen Collective, they are bringing the competition to life and it is set to become a regular feature on the Sunny Coast calendar of cultural events.

“We recognised there’s not much of a film and TV industry here and we came up with the idea of a competition that would nurture ideas,” Mr Coghill says.

“We’re going to show seven locally made projects – five short films and two reality TV shows. We’re trying to celebrate what we can do and what’s on the Sunshine Coast.

“The night is about entertaining people – red carpets, comedians, music, great food, wine and beer and a lot of people pitching in to show what they can do on a tiny bit of money. We only spent five grand on each project, whereas they spent $14 million on a Game of Thrones episode.

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Caring for kids A childcare expert, Pam Maclean designs, builds and runs industryleading centres for local children and their families. WORDS: Leigh Robshaw.

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am Maclean is a force to be reckoned with in the childcare industry and after 40 years in the business, she still brings as much passion and joy to her work each day as she did when she first began.

Originally from Brisbane, Mrs Maclean started working in childcare when you didn’t need the qualifications you need now. She loved it so much, she gained an Early Childhood Diploma, a Bachelor of Teaching and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership, becoming an award-winning director and designer of early childhood centres and a sought-after speaker and trainer for centre teams across Australia.

Mrs Maclean is in her element around children and finds the environment

energising and stimulating. She is also on the Queensland committee for the Australian Childcare Alliance, working to advocate for the needs of young children.

“I had a break away during COVID and worked from home and I missed it so much,” she says. “I missed the social aspect – the families, the children, the team, being amongst the community with all our little people. It’s who you are. If you’re doing something you love, it doesn’t feel like work.

The thing for me is children are not there to be moulded; they are potential to be unfolded. We’re there to support and guide them as they become the best they can be.”

Mrs Maclean has worked in every aspect of childcare, including becoming an expert in the areas of childcare centre design, outdoor play space design and

team training.

When her two children were young, her husband was transferred to Bundaberg for work and that’s where she began to make strides in her new career.

“We went up there with a three-year old and a 10-month-old and I got into it from there,” she says. “I started thinking, if I’ve got these little people, I should know more about what I’m doing. I studied as a parent wanting to understand more and I’ve been hooked ever since.”

In Bundaberg, she went on to design, build and operate Piper Central, the first childcare centre to be named Queensland Small Business of the Year (2006). It was also named the Prime Minister’s Top Three Small Businesses.

Ten years ago, her family relocated to the Sunshine Coast and she founded the popular Big Day Out Care & Education Centres in Peregian, which she also designed and built from the ground up.

“I have always looked at every question and decision-making process through the filter of what’s right for the child, what’s right for the families and what’s right for the team,” she says. “We look for staff who genuinely want to be with children.”

“One example of what we do is we have a mother working in every room. I want someone there who understands the heart-wrench of leaving the child. Little

things like that make a huge difference.”

Having sold the Peregian centres, Mrs Maclean is bringing her wealth of experience and knowledge to two new Maroochydore childcare centres. Out & About Care & Education in Dalton Drive, Maroochydore is open and a second centre will open in Newspaper Place in February.

Plans to open a third Out & About centre in the Mooloolah Valley are also underway.

“We like every day to be an adventure where we all learn something new,” she says. “It’s not my goal to own lots and lots of centres. I’d like to focus on these three.

“There’s a whole raft of studies from around the world that show children who have experienced early childhood education head off to school with a better knowledge base.

“There’s research that says if children haven’t been in some kind of kindy or day care before they begin Prep, they spend the first three to six months trying to learn how to be in a group, and perhaps not being able to learn all they could.

“We help train their brains to take on new information while they are playing, singing and dancing,” she says. “It’s a play-based learning environment and gives them the confidence to put their hand up and have a go, while also learning how much fun they can have with their friends while they’re learning.”

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news PHYSIO RETIRES AFTER STELLAR CAREER After treating sports stars, rock stars and a prime minister, Greg Craig is taking a step back. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

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former Wallabies physiotherapist who calls the Sunshine Coast home has spent generations keeping elite athletes in the sport they love.

Greg Craig has helped make sporting dreams come true, even through injury, for the likes of rugby union greats Tim Horan and George Gregan.

He has even treated musical greats like Jimmy Barnes and former Prime Minister John Howard.

As he steps down after a wonderful career, Mr Craig has reflected on his time in the job. He is proud to have worked with a host of top teams during their golden eras and to have been the Sunshine Coast Lightning netball team’s

physiotherapist since 2016.

Mr Craig is a specialist sports physiotherapist and expert in knee rehabilitation. He graduated from the University of NSW and the University of Sydney in 1977 and 1978, respectively.

In 1982, he completed his postgraduate studies in sports physiotherapy.

He was awarded as a titled Australian physiotherapy sports and exercise physiotherapist in 1999.

In 2007, he moved from Sydney to the Sunshine Coast and founded The Knee Joint Sports Physiotherapy at Bokarina in November 2008.

Now, after almost 40 years, the popular physio is retiring, but he has fond memories of his time in the role.

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During his career, he worked with the Wallabies for 16 years, from 1985 to 2001, and travelled to four World Cups.

Mr Craig says he loved being able to help athletes back on to the field.

“When you tour with teams, your job is to keep the players that are good enough to play in that team on the field,” he says. “That is always rewarding and I’ve been lucky enough to be in the golden era of a few teams and celebrating with their successes.

“Winning two World Cups with (The Wallabies) was very rewarding. It’s very much a team effort.

Mr Craig was also the Australian Barbarians rugby team physiotherapist from 1988 to1996.

“Athletes are highly-motivated people so in treating them you can push them a little bit harder and get them back to where they want to be.”

Mr Craig has also enjoyed his role with Sunshine Coast Grammar First XV rugby team, since 2008.

Since then, he has also helped countless Sunshine Coast residents through his clinic in Bokarina.

Mr Craig retired from clinical physiotherapy to the public on December 31, but will stay on working with the Sunshine Coast Lightning.

“I will remain contracted to the Lightning for at least 2022. It’s still 0.6 of a full-time job,” he says.

“They are magnificent athletes, the (Lightning) girls. They are impressive.

“I also plan to enjoy myself, go for walks, cycles and kayaks – it just opens that up a bit more.”

Mr Craig says he is grateful for the opportunity to have worked with such a high calibre of sporting teams, organisations and patients through his clinic.

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The Sunshine Coast Classic Car Christmas Pageant on December 17 was a tooting success, raising money for an important cause. More than 40 classic cars travelled from Buderim to Noosa, raising more than $10,000 for Bloomhill Cancer Care. As part of the pageant, participants were given the opportunity to auction off for a seat in a car, which included a 1960s Bentley belonging to event organisers Jaz and Rick Hoy. “We had people buying tickets as Christmas presents for family and staff, car enthusiast friends – it was really great,” Bloomhill Cancer Care chair Michael Wise says. “The funds raised will go a long way to helping children and young people touched by cancer receive support at Bloomhill.”

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THEY ARE THE CHAMPIONS: NATUREBASED BUSINESS SUCCESS RECOGNISED

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It began with a vision to get Sunshine Coast kids back to nature.

Now, Wildlings Forest School is teaching outdoor education around the world with one simple goal: to let kids be kids.

The Burnside-based business is being showcased as one of the region’s Local Business Champions as part of a series that highlights the success and capability of the local business community.

From raft building and archery to wood carving and bush cubby houses, the forest school offers a dose of the outdoors, enriching the lives of thousands of children, big and small.

Wildlings Forest School co-founders Vicci Oliver and Nicki Farrell say the success since beginning in 2017 comes down to authenticity.

“We’re outdoor educators by trade so when we first started, running a business was completely foreign to us,” Ms Oliver says.

“Those first two years were a crash course in a world we knew nothing about.

“One of the best business insights we’ve gained along the way is to be authentic. When we tell our story, we really connect with our audience and then they spread our message for us.”

Sunshine Coast Council Economic Development portfolio councillor Terry Landsberg says the Wildlings Forest School is another great example of small businesses that have big things for the region and beyond.

“Council recognises how important small businesses

Wildlings Forest School co-founders Nicki Farrell and Vicci Oliver are to our local economy, which is why we developed the Local Business Champions series,” Cr Landsberg says.

“I commend the Forest School for its success and for showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s natural surrounds and enriching our local kids with their wonderful nature-based programs.”

Ms Oliver says being a Local Business Champion is a validation of the hard work during the past four years.

“It’s a new industry that often isn’t recognised in education or outdoor education and yet, here we are thriving,” she says.

“And instead of just being the two of us, we’re now employing between 15 and 30 people across southeast Queensland.”

Seven lawyers have been acknowledged for providing Sunshine Coast residents with free legal support.

Scott Taylor, John Gallagher, Michael Robinson, Hazrabee Mustafa, Samantha Bolton, Russell Rose and Peter Boyce were recognised for 12 years of dedication to the Suncoast Community Legal Service.

Established in 1984, SCLS has played a crucial role in supporting Sunshine Coasters with free legal advice, help, support and referral. The service held its 37th annual general meeting at Maroochydore recently, announcing big plans for 2022.

“We are always looking towards the future to offer a better service for our community,” principal solicitor Julian Porter says.

“This financial year, SCLS plans to deliver legal help to over 4000 people, over 3000 individual legal advices, over 1500 legal information services and 20-plus community legal education sessions.

Themes for these sessions include domestic violence, property, youth and elder abuse.”

Mr Porter says the service will provide more than 2000 legal referrals, 3500 hours of tenancy-specific legal assistance to more than 500 families and individuals, specific support and assistance to victims and families of domestic violence and elder abuse, representation for more than 20 matters at Family Court and innovative community events including Law at the Beach.

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POLICE TALK If you were lucky enough to receive a personal mobility device or rideable (electric scooter) for Christmas, it is important to note there are a number of road rules that relate to their use.

A rideable or PMD meets the following criteria: • Is within the dimensions of 1250 millimetres in length by 700 millimetres in width by 1350 millimetres in height or 700 millimetres in length by 1250 millimetres in width by 1350 millimetres in height.

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• It must weigh no more than 60 kilograms (without a rider).

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• Have no sharp protrusions.

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• Not carry passengers.

• Not use a mobile device.

• Not drink and ride.

• Have a working flashing or steady white light on the front, and a red light and reflector at the rear when travelling at night or in hazardous conditions.

If you are riding on a path you must: • Keep left and give way to pedestrians.

• Travel at a speed that allows you to stop safely to avoid colliding with a pedestrian.

• Travel at a safe distance from a pedestrian so you can avoid a collision.

• Keep left of oncoming bicycles and other personal mobility devices.

• Only use the bicycle side of a shared path.

For everyone’s safety, ride in a safe and respectful manner, especially around pedestrians.

This column is compiled by the Sunshine Coast District Crime Prevention Unit. If you have information for police, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersqld.com.au, or Policelink at police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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Congratulations to the following successful division six applicants: Maroochydore Cricket Club and the University of the Sunshine Coast Barbarians Rugby Club. The Community Grants Program’s next round will be a Major Grant round, opening February 1 and closing March 14, with notification anticipated before May 9, 2022. For more information visit council’s website.

Over the past few weeks our region has experienced heavy rainfall, with the forecast predicting a very wet summer season and with more significant rainfall anticipated over the coming weeks and months. As we all know, prolonged wet weather makes for a lot of mowing. Right now, our teams are out and about caring for our 1069 hectares of parklands and reserves across the Sunshine Coast region – that’s equivalent to 1998 football fields.

Even when the wet weather clears, our regular schedule may need to change to allow green spaces to dry out – otherwise we can risk significant damage to our parks and grounds. I appreciate your patience as we resume services back to normal once conditions improve.

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FINAL DESIGN TO BRING A COOL CHANGE TO EUDLO STREET The main street of a Sunshine Coast hinterland town is set for a ‘cool and leafy’ revamp.

Rosebed Street in Eudlo will boast more green space, after Sunshine Coast Council finalised the new design.

Last year the council asked the community to share what they loved and what could be improved to enhance the street, so a draft streetscape concept plan could be developed.

Sunshine Coast division five councillor Winston Johnston says further feedback was sought on the final concept plan in July.

“Thank you to all the locals, visitors and businesses who worked with our

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“The final concept plan reflects the community’s values and vision for safer streets both for pedestrians and road users, and provides an attractive and appealing walkable environment which is cool and leafy.

“Three new garden beds will be installed along the main street to beautify and green the urban environment.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Try dragon boating at new club

Mary Cheeseman, president Maggie Taubman and Jan Fenton

Club gives children a head start

Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien with Philip Worthy of Nambour Meals on Wheels

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NAMBOUR MEALS ON WHEELS A Nambour charity is issuing an impassioned plea for additional volunteers to ensure the Sunshine Coast’s most vulnerable are supported.

Nambour Meals on Wheels provides more than 35,000 meals locally each year and is looking to fill several volunteer roles, which include activities such as kitchen support, odd jobs and delivering meals to those in need.

“We have an incredibly dynamic and welcoming workforce at Nambour Meals on Wheels who are always eager to support new volunteers,” Nambour Meals on Wheels secretary Phillip Worthy says.

“Volunteering is not only a great way to give back to the community but a fantastic way to meet new people, make new friends and be productive.

“Whether it’s once a week, once a

fortnight or once a month, every little bit counts.”

Federal Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien has answered the call by not only volunteering his time, but also providing the organisation with a $5000 federal government grant to directly support the volunteer workforce.

“I commend the team at Nambour Meals on Wheels who work throughout the year caring for and supporting our community’s most vulnerable,” Mr O’Brien says.

Nambour Meals on Wheels not only provides meals to people with a variety of support needs, but also undertakes daily welfare checks to monitor the wellbeing of clients, many of whom may not see anyone else during the day.

Residents interested in volunteering can call 5441 3543.

The Maroochydore VIEW Club generously gave to the Learning for Life Stationery drive at the last club luncheon for 2021. Members sewed 260 library bags for primary school scholarship children, which will be filled and distributed for the new school year.

Maroochydore VIEW Club supports 10 children as part of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program, with 250 children benefiting from its services on the Sunshine Coast. Maroochydore VIEW Club lunches recommence January 28 with an Australia Day theme. A warm welcome is extended to all prospective members, visitors, guests and friends.

Call Maggie on 0418 793 906 to book.

History group kicks off for 2022 The Caloundra Family History Research group’s first meeting of 2022 will be held on January 20. The group continues to offer Zoom meetings as well as inviting members and guests to its rooms.

January’s guest speaker is Stephanie Ryan, who has been the senior and research librarian in family history at the State Library of Queensland for more than 25 years. For more information, visit caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au or call June on 0409 932 229.

SCDA Mavericks Dragon Boat Club is a new club, although its beginnings date back to 2004 as Sunshine Coast Dragons Abreast, where it encouraged breast cancer survivors to lead a healthy and active lifestyle through the sport. The club offers everyone the opportunity to participate in dragon boating in all categories of the sport, including breast cancer survivor and social outrigging. Anyone interested can visit scdamavericksdragonboatclub.com.au.

Mental health walk generates thousands for charity Mooloolaba Rotary Club recently presented a cheque for $12,475 to Australian Rotary Health. The money was raised at last year’s Lift the Lid walk, where more than 250 supporters participated. “In the last Rotary year over $2.2 million was applied to research and scholarships into mental health issues,” Australia Rotary Health’s board member Roger Crawfoot says. The Lift the Lid walk for mental health is the brainchild of Mooloolaba Rotarian Vicki Stewart and the annual walk has since been adopted by 15 other Rotary Club’s nationally with the aim of holding 30 walks in 2022.

Roger Crawfoot accepts a cheque from Mooloolaba Rotary president Cathy Wright

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When: Thursday, January 13 to Sunday, January 16, 10am to 11am.

Where: Maroochy Arts and Ecology Centre, 33 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha. Meet at the front of the building adjacent to the pond.

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There’s loads to explore and plenty to do on the Coast, so pop these fun events into your diary so you don’t miss out.

Feb 5

OLIVER! Join Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre these summer holidays as it returns to The Events Centre with the youth edition of the all-time classic Oliver! From the company that brought you Grease, The Wizard of Oz and Aladdin Jr, this abridged version is the perfect outing for the whole family, featuring a cast of 50 talented performers, all under the age of 18. An iconic story of resilience, family and finding love, this musical features timeless, spirited classics such as Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me, Food Glorious Food, Where is Love? and many more.

When: Sunday, January 16, 4pm.

Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: Adults, $35, children, $22 via theeventscentre.com.au

Jan 16

GEAR UP INTRO TO ROBOTICS

TRANSCRIBE EXHIBITION BY LIBBY DERHAM

Transcribe is a debut solo exhibition and video launch for Sunshine Coast artist Libby Derham. The exhibition of new work captures expressive and abstracted views of the Sunshine Coast with Ms Derham’s distinctive sensory layers woven in. The works demonstrate a love for loose watercolours landscapes and both the exhibition and video capture her highly intuitive and expressive approach to painting. As part of the exhibition, Ms Derham will be launching a visually stunning new video, Sensing the Landscape: Through a Painter’s Eyes.

When: Wednesday to Sunday until January 29, 10am to 2pm.

Where: Maroochy Arts and Ecology Centre, 33 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.

Tickets: Free entry.

MY TIME

GEAR up is excited to invite kids aged eight and over to this introductory workshop.

Whether you have done robotics before and are looking to extend your skills or are new to robotics, this workshop is perfect for you. The brand-new course will be run in two sessions with the first being an introduction to SPIKE Robotics. SPIKE robots are LEGO robots that can be built in custom designs, then programmed using the LEGO SPIKE software. Head along to learn how to make your robot dance and sumo in this fun workshop. On day two, take part in a number of fun and challenging competitions including line follow, maze runs and obstacle courses (prizes will be on offer).

When: Thursday, January 13 and Friday, January 14, 9am to 1pm.

Where: Peregian Digital Hub, 253-255 David Low Way, Peregian Beach.

Tickets: $40 per session via events.humanitix.com/gear -up-introduction-to-spike-robotics.

Jan 13-14

BALLET INTERNATIONAL GALA The Ballet International Gala (BIG) will host its world premiere in Queensland in 2022. The gala will feature principal dancers from the world’s leading ballet companies, including American Ballet Theatre and Astana Opera.

These international heavyweights will perform alongside Australia’s own world-class talent including Queenslandborn alumni of The Paris Opera Ballet and Stuttgart Ballet.

The artists will perform a carefully curated selection of pas de deux from some of the world’s most iconic ballets including Le Corsaire, Spartacus, Don Quixote and Grand Pas Classique.

When: Saturday, February 5, 7.30pm.

Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $100 to $120 via theeventscentre.com.au.

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Jan 14

Jan 14 BOUTIQUE CINEMA EUMUNDI SCREENING FARGO Book your tickets for the screening of cinematic classic Fargo. This won’t be your average movie night. Enjoy this sensational film in comfy retro lounge chairs with bar snacks and drinks available. Seating is first come, first served. Ticket holders’ information will be collected for the purposes of complying with current COVID restrictions. Providing your information is a condition of entry to this event.

When: Friday, January 14, 6.30pm to 9pm.

Where: Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.

Tickets: $10 via bit.ly/3pTLkpg.

Jan 15

JOE CAMILLERI AND THE BLACK SORROWS MALLRAT AT NIGHTQUARTER The dreamy queen of Australian pop, Mallrat, is playing her first Sunshine Coast headline show at NightQuarter this January.

After placing number three in the 2019 Triple J Hottest 100 with Charlie, and number 13 in the 2020 countdown for Rockstar, as well and having scored platinum and gold accreditations for every single she’s released, Mallrat’s 2021 performances will celebrate a massive 18 months for the 21-year-old singersongwriter-producer, thanks to her third EP Driving Music.

When: Friday, January 14, 5pm.

Where: NightQuarter, 8 The Avenue, Birtinya.

Tickets: $49.90 via bit.ly/3zrU3lE.

Join Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows on their Livin Like Kings national tour as they celebrate the September release of their new album Saint Georges Road at Kings Beach Tavern. The Black Sorrows are one of Australia’s most prolific and enduringly popular bands. They are renowned for their high-energy live shows, musicianship and infectious, rootsy rhythms. Joe Camilleri has been at the forefront of Australian music for decades and is the writer of radio anthems Hit & Run, Shape I’m In, Chained To The Wheel, Harley & Rose and Never Let Me Go. When: Saturday, January 15, 8.30pm.

Where: Kings Beach Tavern, 43 Burgess Street, Kings Beach.

Tickets: $46.95 via, bit.ly/3t0evcs.

Jan 15 AFLW PREMIERSHIP SEASON: BRISBANE LIONS V CARLTON Don’t miss a second of the action as the reigning premiers the Lions take on Carlton in round two of the NAB AFLW premiership season at Maroochydore. Catch the official unfurling of the 2021 AFLW premiership flag at the game.

When: Saturday, January 15, 4.10pm to 7.10pm.

Where: Maroochydore Multi-Sports Complex, Fishermans Road, Maroochydore.

Tickets: $10 to $30 via bit.ly/3zrNJL6.

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WIL ANDERSON LIVE

Feb 4-6 CELEBRATING DIVERSITY Don’t miss The Power of a Cultured Woman, by BATS Theatre Company Inc. It incorporates song, dance, plays and monologues, telling the stories of women from diverse cultural backgrounds living in Australia and the Sunshine Coast. It is a new concept for sharing a more diverse and broader experience for audiences as local scriptwriters, actors, dancers and singers share their unique experiences and aspects of their varied cultural heritage.

Where: The Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr Main and Church Streets, Buderim, When: Friday February 4, 7.30pm, Saturday February 5, 7.30pm. Matinees: Saturday February 5, 2pm, Sunday February 6, 2pm. Tickets: Adults $30, Concession $26, Group (Table of 8+, must be prepaid) $24, Members $24. Table Book at batstheatre.com or phone Alice on 0427 856 680,

TWINKLE AND THE MOON Twinkle and the Moon is an interactive, theatre and literacy experience for children aged two to seven years and their families. Snuggled into their blanket cubby house, Nadia and Twinkle always share a book together before nap time. Today they’re reading a book about a rocket ship. But when the book is finished and it’s time for bed, Twinkle wants to play a game instead. Twinkle is convinced the moon is made of cheese and he wants to take a bite. With a little help from the ’magic nap sack’, Twinkle and Nadia use the power of imagination to blast off on an adventure full of singalong songs, make believe and fantastical storytelling.

When: Friday, January 14, 9.30am–10.15am and 10.45am– 11.30am.

Where: 2–4 Park Street, Coolum Beach.

Tickets: $10, events.humanitix.com/twinkle-and-the-mooncoolum-beach/tickets.

Jan 14

Jan 22 PETER HELLIAR AND MERRICK WATTS – LIVE Peter Helliar and Merrick Watts are hitting the Sunshine Coast.

The stage is set for a great night out with two of Australian comedy’s best. Peter Helliar has cemented himself as one of Australia’s favourite comedians. He’s the creator and star of Network Ten’s How To Stay Married and brings the laughs to The Project four days a week. Merrick Watts is one of Australia’s most beloved comedians who doesn’t take things too seriously, but is serious about making people laugh. He is a loved radio host and has appeared on TV shows like The Project, Hughesy, We Have a Problem and was one of the winners of SAS Australia in 2020.

When: Saturday, January 22, 7pm.

Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $64.90

SWING CENTRAL BY SHARP ELEVEN Pack up and come fly away with the best swing band around. Picture yourself dancing cheek to cheek with your loved one, to the music of a more refined and romantic era, when women in hats and gloves were wooed by handsome strangers in the night. To a time when crooners like Sinatra and Dean Martin ruled the nightclubs. Indulge in a martini, sit back and relax to the smoky smooth vocals of Mr Brad Leaver.

When: Sunday, January 16, 1.30pm.

Where: Eumundi School of Arts, 63 Memorial Dr, Eumundi.

Tickets: $30 via, trybooking.com/events/landing/828668.

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Feb 11

You might know Wil Anderson as the host and executive producer of ABC’s most popular show Gruen, or from his various podcasts, including Wilosophy, but it is on stage where Wil feels most at home.

Wil Anderson’s comedy is high energy, unpredictable and has a joke count that should carry

a heart health warning.

When: Friday, February 11, 7.30pm.

Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.

Tickets: $54.05 for students, $60.20 for adults. Via, venue114. com.au/events/wil-anderson-live.

MUSICAL THEATRE HOLIDAY INTENSIVE Experience what it’s like to be a professional musical theatre performer through this electrifying ‘triple threat’ training workshop. Learn alongside industry professionals in an inclusive, energetic, fun-filled environment for children of all ages and skill levels. This four-day intensive includes training in singing, dancing, acting, film and television and audition technique. Meet new, like-minded friends and share in this one-of-a-kind holiday workshop. Show off your new-found skills in an incredible showcase with costumes, lighting and sets, where you will perform numbers from award-winning musicals in front of a live audience. Spaces are limited.

When: Tuesday, January 18 to Friday, January 21, 9am–3pm.

Where: Buderim War Memorial Hall, 1 Main Street Buderim.

Tickets: $250 via, bit.ly/32TAgA1.

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MY OPINION

BEHAVING AT THE BEACH

FRONTLINE HEROES

Jane Stephens says it’s unAustralian to go to the beach and forget your manners. Here are her top beach etiquette tips.

Ashley Robinson says while we complain about problems accessing COVID tests, think about those on the frontline doing it tough.

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he giant swell birthed by Cyclone Seth may have abated, but let’s try not to let our manners go out with the tide.

Despite patchy weather, our beaches are bumper-to-bumper and people seem to have forgotten the Australian way – showing courtesy to those who share our great sandy spaces.

Perhaps, along with a reminder of what the flags mean and why wearing sunscreen is imperative, a rundown of beach etiquette should be broadly distributed.

Here is my two-cents’ worth on a topic that should be a social discussion for this summer: Towels – Stepping away from people before shaking out your towel is good manners. But beachgoers think nothing of shaking their towel precisely where they stand. Being sprayed with grit is rude.

Children – A beach is not a giant creche, but parents so often hit the sand and switch off. Maybe they figure that with a zillion people around, including life savers and guards, someone else is sure to see a drowning, lost or annoying child and save their life, help them find their parents or discipline them. In this instance at least,

some parents have embraced the notion that it takes a village to raise a child. But the rest of the village is relaxing too.

Smokers – For about 15 years, smoking has been banned between the flags from the waterline to the road. But that has not stopped puffers from scooting away and dropping their butts for someone else to pick up. It is staggeringly common. Any little beach walk away from the red-andyellow zone will render evidence. The stinky habit leaves behind equally horrible litter.

Privacy – Remember there are no walls on beaches, so every conversation can be overheard. It’s advisable to go easy on the colourful lingo and domestic rumpus. And remember that every action can be seen, so save the private-place scratching for a time that is, well, more private.

Space – When a beach neighbour goes in for a dip, this is not the signal to stomp on, walk over or otherwise mess up their towel or Cool Cabana. To lay out a towel is to stake a claim: the little bit of sand it lies on is mine until I head for home.

With a little more consideration of others, our beaches could really be a summertime wonderland. And the improvement costs nothing but thought.

Jane Stephens is a USC journalism lecturer, media commentator and writer.

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ast week, as I drove past the COVID testing hub at Kawana every day on my way to work and saw the 200 to 300 cars line up, all I could think about was that will be me one of these days; not a pleasant thought.

I also thought about the daily briefings from our leaders about getting tested if you have any symptoms, if it’s too busy get a rapid test and go and get your booster shot now.

At the time of writing, none of those three suggestions was doable. Well, maybe the test if we had six hours to spare and they didn’t run out of kits.

Our leaders are making some noises about rectifying all of the above, which will be fantastic if it actually happens and will at least restore some faith in our powers that be.

So while I was pondering this as I drove to work, I actually had an epiphany: what about the poor workers at the test centres, the labs, and all our health workers, the police that are at the frontline of this massive cluster bucket of swill?

Sure, I am worried about my health,

my family and friends, workmates and the business but hello? What about all the people trying to do what these politicians are saying on a daily basis.

The virus changes course rapidly and so does the advice coming through our media sources from the folks that are supposed to be guiding us through this, which is of course difficult, but not as difficult as the frontline.

It’s a bit like going to war; it’s rare that the strategists are on the frontline. Mostly they are in a bunker somewhere moving troops and supplies from a safe distance.

Of course, some leaders lead from the front, like WWII General George Patton who had hundreds of quotble quotes. I think two fit the situation we are in now: “No good decision was ever made in a swivel chair”. It probably sums up a few things over the last two years? But even more fitting: “Human beings are all made of flesh and blood and a miracle fibre called courage.”

Those workers on the frontline of this debacle certainly have that fibre and I guess it’s up to the rest of us to respect that and hope we can find it as well.

Ashley Robinson is the manager of Alex Surf Club and the chairman of the Sunshine Coast Falcons.

The opinions expressed are those of the authors. These are not the views of My Weekly Preview publishers.

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MY OPINION

THE COLOUR PURPLE

STAYING SAFE IN THE SURF

Sami Muirhead says Pantone's 2022 Colour of the Year may have a fancy name, but at the end of the day it’s just plain purple.

Aaron Purchase reports on an enormous amount of beach rescues over summer and urges people to take care in the water.

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he cynic in me delights in the release of the Colour of the Year

by Pantone (the global authority on colour) every 12 months. If you are feeling a little down with too much COVID on the Coast and not enough RATS (hello new year and new acronym), then hang around because this new colour will have you in stitches.

Pantone bigwigs clearly continue to be drunk in their meetings or plain high on life. They have invented this year's shade which is a ‘happy’ periwinkle blue. It is called Very Peri. No, not the chicken chain with the spicey sauce. This shade is the “happiest and warmest of all the blue hues, blending the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red to deliver an empowering mix of newness with a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit,” said the company in its announcement.

What the? I can only assume after the announcement they returned to the pub to continue drinking shots and laughing at how they hoodwink the world each year with their release of a ridiculous colour that is taken as gospel by creatives and huge companies around the world.

Come on, people! It’s purple! What is wrong with calling it purple? Very Peri?

No! It is pretty much the same shade as that Grimace creature at McDonald's that is apparently a bruise. It is as purple as Count Von Count from Sesame Street, the Phantom’s unforgiving outfit, Skeletor from He-Man, Share Bear (the purple Care Bear), Tinky Winky the Teletubby, or an eggplant.

It is the shade of a hickey, a passionfruit, purple kale or a parade of Freemantle Docker fans or a pack of Melbourne Storm players.

Adding to my fascination to this colour calamity is the fact I really dislike the colour purple. It is just an ugly colour.

What is wrong with beige or white or pale green as lovely shades?

Of course, my young sons and husband love an American football team called the Sacramento Kings. My husband has been a big fan for 30 years. Guess what their team colour is for their games?

Yep. Purple! My men all take great joy in teasing me by wearing their ugly purple T-shirts every chance they get. I cannot wait to turn their shirts into car washingrags one day. Then we will see who is in the middle of a purple patch.

Sami Muirhead is a radio announcer, blogger and commentator.

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e have seen a staggering number of rescues over the holiday season. Despite the wild conditions due to ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth and beaches being closed, there were countless examples of people going into the water and getting into difficulty.

Since Christmas Eve we’ve seen 213 rescues, which has pushed lifeguards and lifesavers to the limit.

We really can’t stress enough how dangerous the conditions can be, hence why beaches are closed.

“She’ll be right won’t save your life” is the message for the summer and once again we’d urge people to think about the risks of their actions.

Swimming in dangerous conditions not only puts you at risk, but also our lifeguards and lifesavers who potentially have to come in and rescue you.

About a quarter of the latest rescues were people surfing or body boarding. The conditions we’ve seen aren’t the time to be testing your capability.

Our lifeguards and lifesavers have done a fantastic job preventing any tragedies.

This was highlighted by them

conducting more than 19,500 preventative actions since Christmas Eve. In addition to this, they’ve also provided 1415 first aid treatments.

We thank all of our team that have done a great job. With three weeks still remaining in the summer school holidays we expect things to stay busy, so please make our jobs as easy as possible by following the advice of those on patrol.

The weather looks like it will be on the improve with showers Saturday, before hopefully some sunshine on Sunday.

The swell has reduced but will still be around the one-metre mark from the east.

Conditions will still be unstable due to the erosion of the dune and the existing sandbanks.

It will take a few days for things to settle down and stabilise again. During this time there will be lots of water movement, particularly as the tides run out. Tides have returned to normal levels.

Temperatures are forecast to reach 28 degrees and 29 degrees Celsius and the UV will be in the extreme range, so make sure you put on plenty of sunscreen if out in the sun. If you’re heading to the beach, only swim between the red and yellow flags!

Aaron Purchase is Surf Life Saving Queensland’s regional manager for the Sunshine Coast. His column in sunshinecoastnews.com.au keeps the community informed of what’s happening on the beach and offers tips on how to stay safe.

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BUSINESS & FINANCE

BUSI N ESS E X PE RTS

HELP FOR SUNSHINE COAST BUSINESSES Sunshine Coast Council has provided a list of key tips for businesses dealing with the effects of COVID-19.

They include:

EMERGENCY HOTLINES Federal government business hotline: 13 28 46.

Queensland business hotline: 1300 654 687.

Australian Taxation Office emergency hotline: 1800 806 218 .

Centrelink hotline: 13 74 68.

Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland HR hotline: 1300 731 988.

KEEP BUSINESS COSTS DOWN Assess costs and see if any reductions are possible.

This could include: • electricty • rent • staffing levels • bank fees.

These organisations may be able to assist: • energy provider • bank • accountant • landlord.

KEEP CUSTOMERS UP TO DATE COVID has changed business. Keeping your customers informed of changes to your business is important.

This includes changes to: • opening hours • location • product • services • contact details.

Some great ways to do this are: • use social media • update Google Maps • email communication • signage.

Find more information at sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Business/ COVID19-Support-for-Business/Tips -for-business.

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How long and how much?

Is my business eligible?

The uncertainties of death

At the start of a family law property settlement matter the two most asked questions we get are, “how long will it take?” and “how much will this cost?”.

It is impossible to know at the first appointment because there are too many factors which may affect time frames. One factor is that asset pools are increasingly complex and may contain trusts, companies, superannuation funds, cash, shares and real estate, all of which may need to be valued.

After receiving legal advice, the parties will have a better understanding of their rights and obligations and whether the division they were considering remains acceptable and is just and equitable.

Once an agreement is reached, the formal application will be filed with the Court and you will usually have your response within weeks. If you do not have an agreement but have identified and valued your assets and liabilities, voluntary mediation can be arranged immediately.

Estimating costs varies for all the same reasons.

Having an experienced and knowledgeable team to support you through your family law matter will mean your estimates as to time and cost are likely to be realistic, based on relevant and current experience of the processes and knowledge of resources available.

If you engage an Australian Apprentice between October 5, 2020 and March 31, 2022, how much is the subsidy?

• Eligible employers and Group Training Organisations will receive a wage subsidy of up to 50 per cent of the Australian Apprentice’s gross wage paid.

• Available to new or recommencing apprentice or trainee for a 12-month period from the date of commencement. Maximum of $7000 per quarter.

• The subsidy is available to employers of any size, industry or geographic location.

• After 12 months of this support, employers will be eligible to transition to the time-limited Completing Apprenticeship Commencements (CAC) wage subsidy for the second and third years of an apprenticeship.

• Under the CAC, eligible employers will receive a 10 per cent wage subsidy in the second year of an eligible apprenticeship, up to a maximum of $1500 per quarter per apprentice, and a five per cent wage subsidy in the third year of their apprenticeship, to a maximum of $750 per quarter per apprentice.

• Final claims need to be made by June 30, 2025.

This is the fifth in our series of articles of the uncertainties of death.

Myth – a person without capacity is no longer able to update their affairs.

Wrong !

It is not widely known that a court can make a Will for a person who has lost capacity.

A ‘court-made’ Will might be required where: (a) a person has dementia and their current Will is no longer appropriate; or (b) they have no Will and their estate would pass to unintended beneficiaries.

Before making any Will, the court must be satisfied: (a) the person applying is the appropriate person to do so; and (b) of the intentions of the incapacitated person.

The court requires information including details of the size and nature of the person’s estate and a draft of the proposed Will.

As the Order of the court must be made prior to the incapacitated person passing away, an application may need to be made urgently.

A court-made Will can be very useful to ensure an incapacitated person’s estate planning is appropriate.

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earning doesn’t happen only in the classroom. There are a wide variety of classes you and your child can take in the region.

If you feel like your child would enjoy exercise off the oval and on the dance floor, check out Tropicalia’s classes.

On the other hand, The Alliance Française de la Sunshine Coast – an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion of the French language and culture – offers indoor and outdoor classes for children and adults.

This year Edstart.com.au is here to

assist you with management of school costs, including school fees, uniforms, laptops and extracurricular activities.

These costs can be a source of stress for families, so Edstart.com.au has come up with plans to support you through this financial journey.

Kawana Waters State College is a co-educational state school offering quality education from Prep to Year 12 on two adjacent campuses highlights. The school has first-class programs in the areas of aquatics, drama, soccer, dance and academic curriculum from Years seven to nine.

Bonne nouvelle! The French Film Festival is coming again soon to the Sunshine Coast. Why not make learning French one of your New Year’s resolutions?

You can bask in the French atmosphere by joining one of The Alliance Française de la Sunshine Coast’s classes in term one.

You will be learning French from the most renowned and respected organisation in the world. The alliance is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the promotion of the French language and culture. It is part of the world’s largest network for teaching French with more than 500,000 students in 131 countries.

It offers adult classes in Noosa, Nambour and Mountain Creek for all levels from complete beginners to advanced students. It also has a popular children’s class in Nambour (after school) where the little ones can develop a love for the French language through games, interactive activities and storytelling.

Classes run for 10 weeks per term, four terms per year. Term one commences January 24. All tuition is delivered by qualified teachers. French private tuition via Skype or Zoom is also available, and this option enables you to study at your own pace in the comfort of your own home and is ideal for exam preparation.

The alliance also offers conversation workshops in relaxed, fun, friendly and small groups in an outdoor and natural environment.

Whether you’re a beginner or a more

experienced French speaker, the teachers will encourage you to practise and improve your oral skills (understanding and speaking) through a variety of ways and themes.

All classes are backed by a learning management platform made available free of charge to all students, allowing access to class documents, homework and interaction with the teacher and fellow students outside class times.

The Alliance Française de la Sunshine Coast organises a range of French cultural events throughout the year such as the French Film Festival, Bastille Day, monthly cafe conversations, Beaujolais Nouveau celebrations and more.

Become a member and French Up your life! For all classes (schedules and prices) and events information, visit afsunshinecoast.org.au or phone Cécile on 0407 070 467.

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BACK TO SCHOOL PROMOTION

A BRIGHT NEW 2022 AT KAWANA WATERS STATE COLLEGE Set between the Pacific Ocean and the world-class sports and rowing facilities of Stockland Park and Lake Kawana, Kawana Waters State College is a co-educational state school offering quality education from Prep to Year 12 on two adjacent campuses.

The college forms part of the vibrant and innovative health and business precinct including the Sunshine Coast

University Hospital and the private hospital. Close partnerships with this precinct, the University of the Sunshine Coast, the Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre and Education Queensland International mean that career pathways and international perspectives are abundant at Kawana Waters State College.

The school’s Prep classes are warm, inviting and family oriented. Students are immersed in intensive and specific learning experiences tailored to meet their individual needs while catering for the

development of the whole child.

With a range of Programs of Excellence in the areas of aquatics, drama, soccer, dance and academic curriculum in Years seven to nine, the school prides itself on delivering a first-class education.

The expanded Health Education Unit continues to attract enormous interest with more than 350 students participating from nearly 20 schools across Queensland.

As the only school in the state delivering an AIN specialisation course and a Medical Immersion Program, the college is responding to market demand for health professionals.

The expert, experienced and caring staff create supportive, challenging and caring environments for students to learn and grow, and have contributed much to the lives of students over the years.

Inspirational teaching and quality learning are cornerstones of the school.

Kawana Waters State College’s leadership team focuses on creating a school culture in which staff are able to focus on understanding their impact and improving their practise, ensuring all learners reach their potential.

For more information about Kawana Waters State College email Ms Elly Gerbo, Head of Secondary Campus on egerb1@ eq.edu.au or Mr Garth Callaghan, Head of Primary Campus on gcall5@eq.edu.au.

FRESH IS BEST With children due back at school in coming weeks, now is the time to start thinking about lunches that are not only nutritious, but appealing to your little ones.

Stuck for ideas? Dress up your child’s lunch box with these helpful hints and snack ideas: • Mix it up – children will get bored eating the same thing every day.

Think ahead and create a weekly food plan to ensure you are covering nutritional guidelines and providing interesting food • Fruit – fresh is best but packaged fruit is fine as a second option • Sandwiches – does your child like having a lunchtime sandwich? Change the fillings regularly to include things such as meat, fresh salad, dairy and healthy spreads. Also, try using different types of bread including multigrain, sourdough, chia-infused varieties, bread rolls and baguettes.

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TIPS FOR MANAGING BACK-TO-SCHOOL EXPENSES

GET INTO THE RHYTHM OF THE NEW YEAR WITH TROPICALIA Shimmy into the Coast’s premier school to learn a huge variety of Latin dance styles and more! Tropicalia is passionate about sharing the vibrant culture of Latin dance, plus it’s incredible benefits to your health, social life and happiness.

In a time where overseas travel is limited, introducing your child to Latin dance is a fantastic opportunity to foster a passion for culture and an appreciation of diverse dance styles.

Students will learn a variety of rhythms including salsa from Cuba, samba from Brazil and bachata from the Dominican Republic as well as essential ballet and contemporary techniques to assist them becoming fantastic all-round dancers. Students are taught the attitude

that ‘queens fix each others crowns’, creating a supportive atmosphere where your child can flourish and create lifelong friendships, as well as being encouraged to have a healthy body image and confidence.

Tropicalia Latin Dance Studio has been the hub of Latin dance on the Sunshine Coast since 2018 and each year the staff create more and more opportunities for students, both adults and kids, to perform what they have been learning. Through their events, students see the whole process of learning a dance style and the hours of practising and putting their hard work on stage with an enthusiastic audience.

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With the new school year just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about school fees, uniforms, laptops and extracurricular activities. We can already hear the requests: “I want to sign up to dance this year”, “I need a new computer”, “my shoes don’t fit anymore”.

This can be a source of stress for families, as Australian back-to-school costs increase year on year and technology plays a larger role in school learning.

So here are a few tips to make it easier to manage the upcoming expenses:

PLANNING AHEAD Make a list of things your kids will be needing in the next six months (such as sports equipment) and see if you can buy items earlier to take advantage of sales or online promotions.

UNIFORMS AND TEXTBOOKS Check out online exchanges for uniforms,

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books and equipment like The Uniform Swap Shop, The Uniform Exchange and The Sustainable School Shop. Uniforms are often in perfectly good condition but just become obsolete as older kids transition into a senior uniform or grow out of them.

PAYMENT PLANS Smooth out your school fees with a payment plan like Edstart. Instead of forking out large upfront payments at the start of each term or semester, you can make smaller weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments to help take the pressure off the family budget. Edstart payment plans can be used for school fees as well as other education expenses like laptops and uniforms. Choose an option to suit your needs and you can cancel or adjust at any time with no fees or charges.

For more information, visit edstart.com.au

Quality P - 12 education

119 Sportsmans Parade Bokarina PO Box 1049, Buddina Qld 4575 Secondary Campus (07) 54369388 www.kawanawaterssc.eq.edu.au Located between the Pacific Ocean and world class sports and rowing facilities, Kawana Waters State College forms part of the vibrant and innovative health precinct. Close partnerships with this precinct, the University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre and Education Queensland International means that career pathways and international perspectives are abundant at Kawana Waters e College.

A BRIGHT NEW 2022 at Kawana Waters State College

School commences Monday 24 January 2022 Administration Office Open from Monday 17 January 2022 Years 7-12 begins with O-Week including social and academic activities, introducing students to life and study

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Dance Excellence . Aquatics Excellence . Drama Excellence . Football Excellence . Academic Curriculum Extension (ACE) Program

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Contact Cheree Rodgers for more information: Phone: 54369333 Email: crodg40@eq.edu.au

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n this feature, we highlight a number of Sunshine Coast schools and students whose year 12 results reflect a heightened sense of dedication and commitment, as they have worked towards achieving outstanding educational results. In

particularly difficult times, these students and their teachers have successfully navigated their way through a list of unprecedent barriers to stand proudly among Queensland’s top students.

Their results have been graded

according to The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).

Across Australia, the ATAR is a standard measure of a student’s overall academic achievement in relation to that of other students. It is intended to assist tertiary institutions to select applicants into their courses. The ATAR is a percentile rank, not a mark.

This rank indicates a student’s position relative to other students in their age group in any given year. It’s expressed as a number on a 2000-point scale from 99.95 down to 0.00 in steps of 0.05. An ATAR of 80.00 does not mean a student got 80%. It indicates that the student placed in the top 20% of students in Queensland in their Year 12 age group.

Responsibility for calculating and issuing the ATAR has been assigned to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) on behalf of Queensland tertiary institutions. QTAC administers the application and offer processes for tertiary institutions in Queensland (and a few institutions interstate) and has over four decades of experience in tertiary admissions.

To be eligible for an ATAR, a student must: complete five General subjects (Units 3 and 4); or complete four General subjects (Units 3 and 4) plus one Applied subject (at Units 3 and 4) or a VET course at AQF Certificate III level or higher; and accumulate results within a five-year period. Students must also satisfactorily complete (i.e. achieve a minimum grade of C or higher) an English subject (one of English, English as an Additional Language, English and Literature Extension, Literature, or Essential English).

Source: www.qtac.edu.au/wp-content/ uploads/2020/06/ATAR_An_overview.pdf

TIPS FOR FIRST WEEKS OF UNIVERSITY STUDIES Eat properly and stay hydrated When you are running around from event to event, it is easy to forget to eat and stay hydrated. Most importantly, don’t forget to keep a bottle of water with you so you can keep hydrated throughout the day.

You will always find places to refill your water bottle on campus.

Get involved in some activities Orientation Week (O-Week) is great way to become involved in or get settled into university and there are lots of activities during the week, such as campus and city tours, bands and parties. Be sure to take advantage of these free activities, which will be helpful in getting to know your new environment and also to make new friends.

Don’t be Afraid to Ask for Help Your lecturers and tutors all understand how scary it may be, because at one stage they were once university students as well. Never be afraid to ask for help if you need to know something or if you don’t understand something said in your classes. It is likely that someone else in the lecture room are hesitant to ask as well.

And if you ever get lost or aren’t sure where to find something, just ask a fellow student where to go! After all, university is a place of learning.

5. Finding Bargain-Priced Textbooks There is probably a good chance that a textbook is lying around somewhere that someone has finished with and is willing to sell it at a lower price. Usually your lecturer or tutor will tell you where you can get cheaper textbooks in the first weeks of your semester. Your university library may also stock the textbook, so be sure to look around before heading to the bookstore.

Beerwah State High School Together we learn, individually we grow, success for all

We are pleased to announce that 100% of our Year 12 graduates in 2021 received their Queensland Certificate of Education.

Since we opened in 1992, Beerwah State High School has built a reputation as a safe, caring and supportive school and recognised across the Sunshine Coast as a leader in secondary schooling.

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EDUCATION / ATAR RESULTS

TOP ATAR ACADEMIC RESULTS FOR FLINDERS CLASS OF 2021

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he Class of 2021 at Matthew Flinders Anglican College on the Sunshine Coast is celebrating top ATAR results, with a strong median score of 92.65.

Principal Stuart Meade says, “Our Flinders results are even more impressive when we reflect on the COVID chaos that our 2021 graduates have been through over the past two years.

“Despite these challenges, our students have overwhelmingly remained focused and supportive of one another.

Importantly, they have continued to participate in many of the opportunities we offer at Flinders beyond academics, whether music, sporting, creative arts or service projects.”

Flinders Class of 2021 ATAR Results Snapshot: • Median ATAR 92.65 • One Flinders student, Claudia McPherson, achieved the highest possible ATAR of 99.95 (as one of only 32 students in Queensland) • Seven Flinders students achieved an ATAR of 99 or above, and another 21 with

Claudia McPherson who was one of only 32 students in Queensland this year to receive the highest possible ATAR of 99.95.

“It is also inspiring to have 18 students who achieved 100 per cent in the external assessments for a subject, including three students who achieved 100 per cent in the External Assessments for two subjects each.

“Despite these challenges, our students have overwhelmingly remained focused”

an ATAR of 98 or better • 43.80 per cent of students (53 students) achieved an ATAR greater than 95 • 22 students achieved straight A grades in all subjects

• Nine students achieved 100 per cent in a subject (including one student who achieved 100 per cent in two subjects) Mr Meade says, “As a college community, we celebrate the efforts of

“Our college provides a quality education so that our students may develop the skills and character traits to experience a fulfilled, healthy and successful life, and contribute to making the world a better place.”

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Former Sunshine Coast Grammar student Eloise Lawrie received an ATAR score of 99.80

SCHOOL-LEAVERS CELEBRATE RESULTS The ATAR results are out, with students from Sunshine Coast Grammar School posting some impressive marks. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

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s the world settles into a new year, hundreds of freshly graduated school-leavers will begin their first year in the ‘real world’, preparing to begin tertiary education or work.

Eligible 2021 Year 12 students

across the region have now received an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) for their senior studies, with some impressive results. Students are awarded a ranking from 99.95 points down to 30 in 0.05 increments.

Eloise Lawrie from Sunshine Coast

Grammar School is being recognised as a top-performing student, finishing her schooling with a score of 99.80.

The school’s graduating class of 2021 was among the top in the state with nine per cent of students scoring in the top one per cent with an ATAR of 99 or above, and 30 per cent achieving a ranking score of 95 or above.

Sunshine Coast Grammar School principal Maria Woods is delighted with the results, which she says are some of the best in Queensland.

“The results achieved are a reflection of the dedication and positive attitude students have displayed towards their studies,” Mrs Woods says. “We are incredibly proud of our Year 12 cohort and congratulate them on their outstanding achievements.

“Our goal has been to encourage, challenge and nurture students so that they can pursue their dreams beyond school.”

Mrs Woods says many of these young men and women have expressed interest in pursuing their passion in medicine, law, performing arts or finance.

“The realisation of hard work and commitment has finally paid off for these students as the journey they once only dreamed of is now about to become a

reality,” she says. “Success comes in many forms and as a school it is our goal for every graduating Year 12 student to be working or studying towards a career that not only values their talents, but for which they also have a real passion and purpose.

“The realisation of hard work and commitment has finally paid off for these students” “We encourage each and every student to go confidently in the direction of their dreams, to work hard and to realise their full potential in the next phase of their unique journey.

Congratulations to the class of 2021.”

The ATAR system was first introduced to Queensland in 2020 to bring the state in line with the nationally used grading system. Before 2020, the Overall Position (OP) was the primary pathway for tertiary entrance for Queensland Year 12 school-leavers, who were awarded with a number from one (highest) to 25 (lowest).

Head of Senior School, Mr Gary Davis with some of the 28 students who achieved an ATAR 98 or above.

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Highest ATAR 99.95

Claudia McPherson achieved the highest ATAR possible of 99.95 (1 of only 32 students in QLD)

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These hand-painted drums make fun side tables for the bedroom or living room. Available at Rice Furniture.

Maroochydore’s Coast Store can order a range of chairs made in different parts of the world to suit your look. Pictured here are temple chairs paired with a carved palm tree pot and blue and white ginger jars.

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1. Biophilic design Biophilic design encourages a closer connection to nature in our built environment. In 2022 we will see more people turning to natural timber finishes, stone and marble in kitchens and bathrooms and more use of handmade and artisan-made furniture and decor.

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look: WHAT’S HOT THIS SEASON From bright colours to artisan aesthetics to vintage European vibes, the interior design trends of 2022 will be warm, inviting and interesting.

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Home interior design is constantly changing and evolving. It’s becoming more creative, fun to plan out, and easier for people of all skill sets to achieve with Pinterest at their fingertips!

Our 2022 interior design predictions are that we are going to see a lot more in the way of modern yet environmentally conscious design. We anticipate a lot of chic, minimal styling with a shift from darker hues like mustard and olive to a more pastel colour palette and not to be cliche, but fifty shades of white sounds about right as we head into the new year. We’re also seeing a lot more metallic interior design elements, from furniture to home finish hardware and home decor.

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METALLIC ACCENTS Whether you’re redesigning your current home or building a brand spanking new one, metallic accents are most likely on the agenda. It may be tapware, finishes, or lighting fixtures, there are about five thousand (that may be an exaggeration, but there’s a lot!) different metals to choose from. Keep in mind that if you’re in the

process of re-styling your home to keep up with the current interior design trends, you don’t have to gut your entire house to bring in metal elements. You can easily invite these accents into your home in the way of home decor or furniture. Think metal photo frames, dining chairs, or bar stools with metal legs or you could even swap out your kitchen utensils for metallic ones that are displayed on your benchtop.

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SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22)

You pride yourself on your well-rounded personality, but with Mercury and Venus both retrograde, it will be difficult to balance head and heart. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. Talking things through with a friend is the healing balm they need.

Are you feeling restless? The full moon finds you dreaming of greener pastures and foreign adventures.

You’re also longing for deeper connections within your local community, but retrograde Mercury and Venus stymie progress this week.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21)

CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20)

AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19)

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20)

This week, retrograde Venus and Mercury frustrate plans. Monday night’s full moon shines a spotlight on lust and loot, so an intimate relationship could soar spectacularly or crash and burn. You also need to keep up-to-date with money matters.

The sun, Pluto and retrograde Venus are transiting through your sign, which amplifies your ambition. These planets also rev up your ruthless side, which can alienate you from others.

Monday night’s full moon gives you a boost as you charm close friends.

Under the influence of Saturn and retrograde Mercury, motivation and energy levels will be low. On Monday night, the full moon stirs up your reckless side and you could surprise others with an unpredictable move that comes out of left field.

Do you have a dream that is taking forever to come true? Are you blaming everyone else for the hold-up? Take a good look at yourself. With Jupiter in Pisces and Mars charging through your reputation zone, there are no excuses.

WORD STEP Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step. One possible answer shown below.

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VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23) Virgos are the veritable worrywarts of the zodiac. And this week – with Mercury and Venus both – you could go into anxiety overdrive. Try to slow down and keep things in perspective.

It’s also a good week to share your goals with family and friends.

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5. Benefactor of the Nobel Prize, Alfred Nobel was born in what country?

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8. Which country won the soccer World Cup in 2010?

9. What is the proper term for a baby shark?

10. Harrison Ford (pictured) stars as which character in Blade Runner and its sequel Blade Runner 2049?

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LEO (JUL 24-AUG 23) Cats are in the mood to cause plenty of commotion, but is that such a smart idea? Disruptive behaviour will just alienate you from others. By all means, do your own thing, but don’t disregard the needs of family, friends and colleagues in the process.

QUIZ: 1. The Great Gatsby 2. Carly Simon 3. Seahorse 4. Four 5. Sweden 6. The heat of chilli peppers 7. Endor 8. Spain 9. Pup 10. Rick Deckard

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Expect an intense and emotional week as the full moon stimulates your sign. Your capacity to adapt will be put to the test, especially in personal relationships. An outdated partnership could end, making way for a new sweetheart or best friend.

CROSSWORD: Across: 1 Setting 4 Imbue 7 Trap 8 Graphics 10 Now and then 12 Worthy 13 Parody 15 Fractional 18 Optician 19 Tiff 20 Terms 21 Equally Down: 1 Sit-in 2 Teamwork 3 Gyrate 4 Impresario 5 Bait 6 Ecstasy 9 On the rocks 11 Downhill 12 Walkout 14 Scrape 16 Lofty 17 Stir

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Relationships look complicated this week as you misread signals or misunderstand motives. Avoid making major decisions until Mercury goes direct on February 4. Focus, concentration and application will take you far as you research or revise.

WORD STEP: GRASS, GROSS, GROWS, GROWN, BROWN, BLOWN

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With Venus (your patron planet) in retrograde mode until January 29, expect to be more introverted.

You’re in the mood to pursue solo activities like walking in the park, reading a book, journal writing or listening to music.

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When it comes to a dream, you may suddenly question your motives.

That’s perfectly OK. Some confusion is likely before you finalise your plans.

Tuesday’s Mercury/Chiron connection is fabulous for daydreaming, creative projects and spiritual pursuits.

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SUNSHINE COAST IS THE STAR PERFORMER The Sunshine Coast’s property prices will continue to rise in 2022, predicts one property expert. WORDS: Tracey Johnstone.

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he Coast’s residential property price growth continues to outperform Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and it’s likely to continue the upward trend.

Property commentator Dr Nicola Powell, chief of research and economics at Domain, says “the extreme rate of price growth” on the Sunshine Coast will continue to deliver record prices in 2022.

“We have seen, particularly for house prices, back-to-back strong rates of quarterly growth,” she says. “Over the March quarter we saw a nine per cent increase in house prices in three months alone, which is an extraordinary rate of growth. Then it continued with a five per cent growth over the June and September quarters.” She expects to see another robust result for the December quarter.

“I would very surprised if we see a negative movement,” Dr Powell says.

One rider is the expectation that the pace of growth may start to ease. It’s already happening on the Gold Coast where she says its rate of price growth is slowing after peaking at 20 per cent “year-on-year”.

The Sunshine Coast’s pace of growth is

the highest seen since about 2003 after experiencing only a modest price growth for several years.

“It hasn’t seen a double-digit uplift since 2007/8,” Dr Powell says.

The reasons for the price growth? She has four – being able to work from home, the increase in interstate migration, people looking to buy holiday homes due to the inability to travel overseas and value for money. For investors, it’s the lure of capital growth and a strong rental market.

There have been many winners in this

market but for some affordability is a niggle that won’t go away.

Buyers from the capital cities, particularly from south of the border where equity growth has also been extraordinary, are coming to the Coast with more purchasing power. It’s that “bang for the buck” which she says is a major driver for interstate owner-occupier and investors.

While she thinks the Coast has seen the peak of the interstate migration, with borders opening and a push for international migration, particularly skilled

“We have seen …back-to-back strong rates of quarterly growth” Nicola Powell, Domain

workers, Dr Powell says there will be additional demand from this cohort on housing at possibly higher price points.

“The ability to work remotely, which I think will be part of our working culture moving forward, and for areas that offer lifestyle where you can walk from your home and have sand between your toes is really going to still be front of mind for buyers,” Dr Powell says.

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AUCTION

Buderim, 123 Dixon Road

Pacific Ocean Views - 1518 Sqm Land - Rare Opportunity 2

This iconic home is set within an exclusive area of Buderim, situated on an oversized 1518m block of land this grand residence offers an endless panorama across the coast’s skyline. Families of all sizes will relish thoughtfully designed floor plan with its captivating multi-level design.

OPEN HOME: Sat 15th Jan 10.30-11am VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: On Site Sat 15th Jan at 11am

• Expansive skyline views • Multiple living areas throughout • Outdoor covered entertaining • 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms

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• Air conditioning throughout • Resort style swimming pool with covered pool deck • Secure electric gate entry • Extra parking for cars/boats and or caravans

AGENT: Ross Cattle 0410 625 758

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AUCTION

Buderim, 37 Yew Court

Fabulous Family Home, In Highly Sought After Buderim Location

OPEN HOME: Saturday 15th Jan 12-12.30pm

Family homes of this quality rarely come to the market. Situated in one of Buderim’s most sought after areas and located within close vicinity to some of the best state and private schools, the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au

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656sqm block 3 bedrooms with built-in robes Air conditioned open plan living/kitchen/dining with pot belly fireplace 2.7 metre ceilings

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3kW solar system Heated swimming pool 2 car garage Short drive from the beach, surf, cafés and restaurants of Mooloolaba

AUCTION: On Site Saturday 29th Jan at 12pm AGENT: Scott Henshaw 0492 938 947

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Mooloolaba, 36/13 Mooloolaba Esplanade

AUCTION

Peninsular Beachfront Resort - North Facing Stunner!

This iconic Mooloolaba landmark has long been regarded as the best positioned resort on Mooloolaba beach. Absolutely oceanfront opposite the steps to the beach and life guard patrolled area. Rarely does a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment become available, particularly one with 45m2 of private and exclusive terrace! This immaculately presented apartment is located in the Mudjimba Tower and orientated North with a position that is absolutely front and centre to the beach. The views from the terrace over the beach and out to sea will take your breath away!

OPEN HOME: Monday 17th Jan 12-12.30pm VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: On Site Saturday 22nd Jan at 11am AGENT: Grant Whisker 0415 856 575

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Mooloolaba, 6/85 Mooloolaba Esplanade

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Quintessential Mooloolaba Beachfront Living!

Consisting of only 14 apartments spread over five levels, ‘Spinnaker’ has long been regarded as one of the best positioned boutique residences in front of Mooloolaba Beach on the Mooloolaba Esplanade. Stylish throughout, Apartment 6 is located on the first level of this pristinely kept complex.

Featuring an open plan living space that leads to the floor to ceiling stacker doors and out onto the ocean-front balcony, the view across the tree lined reserve and beach reminds you just how well located you are.

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OPEN HOME: Friday 14th Jan 1-1.30pm VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: On Site Saturday 29th Jan at 11am AGENT: Grant Whisker 0415 856 575

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AUCTION

Buderim, 17 Tindale Street

Buderim’s Best “On Top” Opportunity!

Positioned in one of the most sought after pockets “on top” of beautiful Buderim, this entertainer’s dream home has been cleverly designed to maximise the space where indoor meets outdoor living. Due to its position in one of the most sought after pockets this entertainer’s dream won’t last.

OPEN HOME: Saturday 15th Jan 10-10.30am Wednesday 19th Jan 5-5.30pm VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au AUCTION: On Site Saturday 22nd Jan at 12pm

• 3 additional king-sized bedrooms with ample storage in the large built in robes • Dedicated built in BBQ area connecting to the outdoor entertaining area • 2 street frontage with ample parking space and dedicated side access • 3,000 litre water tanks & 5.5kW solar

AGENT: Jordan Barden 0422 990 824

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• Entertainer’s home in sought after central Buderim location • Beautiful timber doors open the living and dining areas • Sparkling, crystal blue swimming pool • Separate master bedroom with gorgeous ensuite

AUCTION

Maroochydore, 27 Valencia Street

Great Home, Central & Convenient In Highly Sought-After Location!

OPEN HOME: Saturday 15th Jan 11.30am-12pm

Set in a prime central location in a highly-sought pocket of inner-Sunshine Coast locale Maroochydore, this solid five-bedroom family home is a real surprise package. Positioned in the biggest changing area of Maroochydore the limitless potential will overwhelm you.

VIEW AT: www.defineproperty.com.au

• Open plan living and dining area • Functional kitchen • Separate lounge room • 5 large bedrooms with built in robes

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• Undercover deck • Single lock up remote entry garage • 647m2 block • Walking distance to the new CBD and Sunshine Plaza

AUCTION: On Site Saturday 15th Jan at 12pm AGENT: Ross Cattle 0410 625 758

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AUCTION THE PINNACLE OF WATERFRONT LIVING – A MOOLOOLAH ISLAND RETREAT 16 Mooloolah Island, Minyama This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Situated on a substantial 1042m2 lot, this Mooloolah Island residence will certainly entice astute buyers. Capturing stunning views along the main river and up to Mooloolaba, a property of this quality is not to be missed. If you’ve been looking for a lifestyle change and the opportunity to enjoy life on the Mooloolah River, then look no further as maybe this is your next stop. This prestigious family home offers outstanding accommodation with sufficient space and privacy for all the family. Under roof discover the 4 large bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, powder room and multiple living spaces: including a media room, dining room, family room, office, and a games room with bar. Relish in outdoor fun and relaxation with your magnificent inground lap pool, huge deck overlying the water and your private jetty and 10m pontoon, where you can easily moor your vessel.

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Outstanding Mooloolah Island location 6 kW solar power Stunning inground pool Jacuzzi spa Ample living spaces 12m private pontoon and jetty Triple garage Easy access to SCUH

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AUCTION THE PERFECT COASTAL LIFESTYLE – WALK TO THE BEACH IN SECONDS! 4

2 Lapoinya Crescent, Warana Situated on an incredible 594m2 corner block on the prestigious strip of Oceanic Drive, you can’t go past the coastal luxury beachfront lifestyle that awaits you at 2 Lapoinya Crescent. What an outstanding opportunity for the next lucky owner; this sensational, spacious beach home is positioned directly across from a park and beach access, in the tightly held beachside suburb of Warana! Selling now!

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594m2 corner block Walk to the beach in seconds 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Stunning inground bionizer pool Spacious renovated kitchen

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Auction: Saturday 29th February at 2pm Onsite Inspect: Saturday 15th January 11-11:30am Courtney McGuirk 0488 764 785 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

AUCTION ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY – AUCTION NEXT WEEKEND! 546m2

17 Pacific Boulevard, Buddina Instructions Are Clear – Will Be Sold At Auction!

Every now and then you hear about rare real estate opportunities, well take a look at this one! Nestled along the beachside tip of Buddina, 17 Pacific Boulevard is the only residential position between Noosa and Caloundra that has Mooloolaba harbour and Mooloolaba coastline views North, all the way to Noosa including Mount Coolum.

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Magnificent location Ocean and harbour views Ready to build on now Flat, usable 546m2 block Close to La Balsa Park

Auction: Saturday 22nd January at 3pm Onsite Inspect: By Private Appointment Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Courtney McGuirk 0488 764 785

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AUCTION PEACEFUL PRIVATE OASIS – SMALL ACREAGE PROPERTY IN POPULAR FOREST GLEN! 3

12 Monscott Place, Forest Glen This charming home offers 3 large bedrooms, multiple living spaces and the option to convert back to 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry and a modern open plan kitchen finish off the living spaces. The timber floors lead you out to a large covered deck area overlooking the private gardens giving you somewhere to sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful sunsets. Book your private inspection now before you miss this opportunity.

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Private small acreage Outstanding location Great schools all close by Local shops all within easy reach Small work shed

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Auction: Saturday 5th February at 12pm Onsite Inspect: Saturday 15th January 12-12:30pm Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

AUCTION ISLAND OASIS – PRESTIGIOUS MINYAMA WATERFRONT! OWNERS SAY SELL NOW! 4

6 Island Court, Minyama Nestled peacefully in the heart of Minyama, this deepwater property delivers the opportunity to fulfill your ultimate coastal dream. Comprising of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, multiple living zones and a generous sized kitchen, this single level home will be attractive to an array of buyers and renovators. Fringed by palm trees and greenery, the pool and outdoor entertaining areas will certainly be enjoyed.

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Deepwater secluded address 805m2 block 26m frontage Pontoon and jetty Private inground pool

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Auction: Saturday 5th February at 10am Onsite Inspect: Saturday 15th January 10-10:30am Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

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AUCTION OUTSTANDING LOCATION & LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY – BEACHSIDE MOOLOOLABA 4

5 Anthony Avenue, Mooloolaba Perfectly located within minutes to Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland beaches this property represents an amazing opportunity to enter the beachside market and start enjoying the Sunshine Coast lifestyle. Set on a generous 675m2 corner allotment this double storey home with multiple living zones is suitable for owner occupiers or investors.

Plenty of potential here - live in ready, renovate or knock down and build your dream home.

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Prime location Generous 675m2 allotment Double story Multiple living zones Walk to beach, shops & school

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Auction: Saturday 22nd January at 1pm Onsite Inspect: Saturday 15th January 1-1:30pm Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Carmel La Macchia 0400 300 545

AUCTION ENVIABLE INNER-CITY COASTAL LIFESTYLE – THE PERFECT ENTERTAINER! 4

19 Serenity Circuit, Maroochydore Located in the highly sought-after Sunshine Cove precinct this home embraces the very essence of our coastal lifestyle. Just moments from the CBD this home is the epitome of style and class with every intricate detail thought of throughout. Sitting proudly on 305m2 with an ample backyard and side access you will be impressed with the spaciousness and generosity the property offers. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

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Walking distance to CBD Generous 305m2 block Large 247m2 home Ducted air conditioning throughout Flowing indoor/outdoor living

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this week’s auctions Friday, 14 January, 5:30pm

Saturday 11am

Saturday 2pm

Open from 5pm 30 Waterloo Court, Tanawha Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Open from 10:30am 1/307 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Open from 1:30pm 8/11 Pacific Terrace, Alexandra Headland Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Saturday 10am

Open from 10:30am 206 Ilkley Road, Ilkley Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

Open from 1:30pm Lot 3 Weemala Crescent, Buderim Lew Po nger 0419 788 547 Judy Wild 0419 798 905

Open from 9:30am 6 Lentara Cresent, Mooloolaba Steven Allen 0416 110 918

Saturday 1pm

Sold prior to auction 148 Old Gympie Road, Mooloolah Valley Chevonne Rees 0473 810 820

Open from 1:30pm 20 Bell Road, Buderim Lew Po nger 0419 788 547 Judy Wild 0419 798 905

Open from 12:30pm 11b Sylvan Street, Buderim Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

this week’s open homes & private inspections You are welcome to attend our open homes or please call the agent to arrange your private inspection or virtual tour.

Alexandra Headland

Buderim con nued

Li le Mountain

8/11 Pacific Terrace

2 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 1:30-2pm

11 Barrier Close

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:45am

17/24 Wirraway Street

1 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 3-3:30pm

4 Booral Street

4 bed 3 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

17/24 Wirraway Street

1 bed 1 bath 1 car

Thurs 20th 4-4:30pm

152 Mons School Road

3 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

29 Hardwood Court

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 11-11:30am

6 Cornwall Court

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 11-11:30am

5 bed 2 bath 4 car

Sat 11-11:45am

Baringa 116 Baringa Drive

4 bed 3 bath 2 car

Fri 14th 11-11:30am

19-21 Jorl Court

16 Wishart Crescent

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

27 Fielding Street

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

11b Sylvan Street

3 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 12:30-1pm

20 Bell Road

3 bed 1 bath 2 car

Sat 1:30-2pm

Lot 3 Weemala Crescent

land

Sat 1:30-2pm

47A Orme Road

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Sat 2-2:30pm

73 Marybell Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

116 Baringa Drive

4 bed 3 bath 2 car

Sat 11-11:30am

Ba ery Hill 15 Culla Culla Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Fri 14th 3-3:30pm

15 Culla Culla Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 3-3:30pm

9 Triumph Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

18/81 Bir nya Boulevard

1 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

22 Dauntless Avenue

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

19 Egret Place

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

43 Grebe Crescent

3 bed 2 bath 2 car

Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

Bir nya

17 Elizamay Close

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 2-2:30pm

22 Orme Road

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Sat 3:30-4pm

18 Jeune Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Wed 19th 4-4:30pm

14 Honeyeater Close

6 bed 3 bath 3 car

Wed 19th 6-6:30pm

Caloundra West 36 Sienna Street

Bli Bli

3 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

66 Straker Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Thurs 13th 5-5:30pm

66 Straker Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

Cooroy

41 Bellevue Drive 92 Sunset Drive 41 Bellevue Drive

2/5 Maroochy Waters Drive 5/6 Hinkler Parade 12/91-97 Duporth Avenue 1/307 Bradman Avenue 65 St Quen n Avenue 5/29 Blanck Street 21/6-8 Aerodrome Road

12 Quandong Street

18 Fairlie Crescent 2 Marissa Court 18 Fairlie Crescent 2 Marissa Court

3 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 10-10:30am

4 bed 2 bath 2 car 2 bed 2 bath 2 car 4 bed 2 bath 2 car 2 bed 2 bath 2 car

Fri 14th 1-1:30pm Fri 14th 2-2:30pm Sat 1-1:30pm Sat 2-2:30pm

3 bed 2 bath 4 car 4 bed 2 bath 4 car 3 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 9:30-10am Sat 11-11:30am Sat 12-12:30pm

4 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 10-10:30am

3 bed 1 bath 1 car 3 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 10-10:30am Sat 1-1:30pm

4 bed 2 bath 4 car

Sat 11:30am-12pm

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Ma hew McAuliffe 0412 111 608

3 bed 1 bath 4 car

Sat 10-10:30am

land

Fri 14th 5-5:30pm

2 bed 1 bath 2 car 2 bed 1 bath 2 car

Fri 14th 1-1:30pm Sat 1-1:30pm

4 bed 3 bath 6 car

Tony Benne 0424 855 224

Mooloolaba 6 Lentara Drive 8 Nardoo Court 6/13-15 Douglas Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

Dicky Beach

Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

25 Tinbeerwah Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Fri 14th 11-11:30am

Mountain Creek

13 Midden Court

4 bed 2 bath 4 car

Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

41/8 Lyon Street

3 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

65 Lady Musgrave Drive

2/33 Riverview Street

2 bed 1 bath 2 car

Natasha Hackenberg 0401 601 691

25 Tinbeerwah Street

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 11-11:30am

Pacific Paradise

12 Werona Street

4 bed 2.5 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

89 Westminster Avenue

2 bed 1 bath 1 car

Fri 14th 11-11:30am

601/5 Bermagui Crecent

3 bed 3 bath 3 car

Sat 10-10:30am

3 Churchill Street

4 bed 2 bath 1 car

Fri 14th 12-12:30pm

12 Werona Street

4 bed 2.5 bath 2 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

89 Westminster Avenue

2 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 11-11:30am

3 Churchill Street

4 bed 2 bath 1 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

206 Ilkley Road

6 bed 4 bath 5 car

Sat 10:30-11am

176 Ilkley Road

5 bed 3 bath 8 car

Sat 1-1:30pm

Rosemount

384 Ilkley Road

4 bed 2 bath 8 car

Sat 2-2:30pm

435 Paynters Creek Road

14b King Street

4 bed 2 bath 3 car

Fri 14th 12-12:30pm

14b King Street

4 bed 2 bath 3 car

Sat 12-12:30pm

Ilkley

Sat 9-9:30am Sat 10-10:30am Sat 10-10:30am Sat 10:30-11am Sat 11-11:30am Sat 12-12:30pm Sat 1-1:30pm

Moffat Beach

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Buderim

4 bed 3 bath 2 car 2 bed 2 bath 1 car 2 bed 1 bath 1 car 2 bed 2 bath 2 car 3 bed 2.5 bath 2 car 2 bed 1 bath 1 car 3 bed 2 bath 1 car

Meridian Plains

3 Kay Avenue

Golden Beach

Sat 9-9:30am Sat 1-1:30pm Thurs 20th 5-5:30pm

Maroochydore

10 Honeyeater Place

Buddina

4 bed 2 bath 2 car 4 bed 2 bath 2 car 4 bed 2 bath 2 car

2 Lerner Street 2 Lerner Street

Palmwoods 10 Lingard Street

Parklands 24 Oleander Drive

11 Barrier Close

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Thurs 13th 1-1:45pm

47A Orme Road

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Thurs 13th 2-2:30pm

27 Fielding Street

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Thurs 13th 3-3:30pm

Lot 3 Weemala Crescent

land

Thurs 13th 4-4:30pm

20 Bell Road

3 bed 1 bath 2 car

Thurs 13th 4-4:30pm

22 Orme Road

4 bed 3 bath 3 car

Thurs 13th 5-5:30pm

4 Booral Street

4 bed 3 bath 1 car

Thurs 13th 5-5:30pm

18 Jeune Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 9-9:30am

47 Orme Road

5 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 9-9:30am

Kuluin

14 Honeyeater Close

6 bed 3 bath 3 car

Sat 9:30-10am

9 Calais Court

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

63 Nyes Crescent

3 bed 1 bath 1 car

Sat 10-10:30am

5 Grenfell Court

3 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

Yandina Creek

75 Gossamer Drive

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

Sat 10-10:30am

3 Boxwood Avenue

3 bed 2 bath 2 car

Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

13 Whistler Ridge Drive

Tanawha

Kings Beach

Sat 9-9:30am

30 Waterloo Court

Wurtulla 75/1 Peregrine Drive 75/1 Peregrine Drive

Bli Bli

5450 8111

Golden Beach

5492 2100

Mooloolaba

5444 3455

Pelican Waters

5343 6900

Buderim

5445 6088

Kawana

5354 6012

Mountain Creek

5477 7600

Sippy Downs

5354 6002

Caloundra

5491 5055

Maroochydore

5443 2000

Nambour

5354 6000

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Auction 4

4 Booral Street, Buderim Renovator located on Buderim Mountain’s sought after northern escarpment. Being possibly the worst house in a very desirable street, there’s huge potential with this home in need of some serious love. A near level 728m2 garden allotment enjoying the ideal northerly aspect with ocean glimpses.

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Aucঞon On site Sat, 22 Jan, 2pm

Lew Poমnger 0419 788 547

View Thurs, 13 Jan, 5-5:30pm Sat, 15 Jan, 11-11:30am

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Auction 4

11 Barrier Close, Buderim “Cool & Classy” • Stylish family home • Big on space, four living zones • 279 sqm floor area under roof • Granite and two pak kitchen • Fully fenced 736 sqm, room for boat • Cost saving solar power

Aucঞon On site Sat, 22 Jan, 11am View Thurs, 13 Jan, 1-1:45pm Sat, 15 Jan, 10-10:45am

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Robert Horne 0429 508 705 Sally Horne 0409 561 638

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BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW CALL 07 5445 6088

4556

RAY WHITE BUDERIM’S

4556 Auction

EVENT

CREATES A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE 4556 POSTCODE TO ACHIEVE THE BEST PRICE FOR THEIR PROPERTY

Auction EVENT

• Seize the occasion and capitalise on the best property market the Sunshine Coast has ever recorded • Take advantage of ‘4556’ being one of Australia’s most searched postcodes on www.realestate.com.au and www.domain.com.au • Individually tailored markeঞng campaigns designed to engage acঞve buyers specifically looking to purchase in the 4556 postcode • The Aucঞon Event will bring together the largest number of qualified buyers in one place at one ঞme

Ray White Buderim is the #1 Aucঞon team in the 4556 postcode ...

NO ONE HAS A HIGHER SUCCESS RATE.

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Auction

FRIDAY March 4, 2022 FROM 4:30PM

17 MAIN STREET, BUDERIM (Church Hall next to Buderim Cra[ Co age)

EVENT

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Auction 4

12 Werona Street, Buddina Home Sweet Home • Open plan design with relaxed coastal living • Floor to ceiling glass provides natural light • Well designed with four oversized bedrooms • Dedicated office/workspace & ample storage • North East facing sun-soaked yard with contemporary sparkling in-ground pool • Ducted air condi oning & ceiling fans, high-end fixtures & fi ngs throughout

Aucঞon On site Sat, 5 Feb, 11am

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Adam Budd 0411 808 595

View Thurs, 13 Jan, 4:45-5:15pm Sat 10-10:30am & 12-12:30pm

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Auction 6

14 Honeyeater Close, Buderim Grand Scale Family Entertainer ...

• Three storey family home with the LOT! • Breathtaking ocean views • North facing aspect • 6kW solar power system • Close to beach, schools and shops

Aucঞon On site Sat, 29 Jan, 9am

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Ellen Lorenz 0427 257 329

View Sat, 15 Jan, 9:30-10am Wed, 19 Jan, 6-6:30pm

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THANK you

FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN 2021

bestwishes

FOR A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR

2022

RAY WHITE KAWANA WATERS

Adam Budd 0411 808 595

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Auction this weekend 3

20 Bell Road, Buderim Renovator with 180° Views Top of Buderim posi ons don’t come much be er than this. Located on 957 square metres in one of Buderim’s most sought a er loca ons just an easy walk to Buderim Village. The exis ng liveable co age is a Buderim original that certainly doesn’t do jus ce to such a desirable site.

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Aucঞon On site Sat, 15 Jan, 2pm

Lew Poমnger 0419 788 547

View Thurs, 13 Jan, 4-4:30pm Sat, 15 Jan, 1:30-2pm

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Auction 4

22 Orme Road, Buderim • • • • • •

Pres gious living on Buderim’s sought a er northern escarpment 3 spacious living areas, 4 king sized bedrooms & double office Elegant master retreat occupies the en re top level Private alfresco entertainment pa o & sparkling in-ground pool Stunning entertainers kitchen with spacious butler’s pantry Ocean views to the Maroochy River mouth

Aucঞon On site Sat, 22 Jan, 3pm

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Kathryn Willshire 0437 434 648

View Thurs, 13 Jan, 5-5:30pm Sat, 15 Jan, 3-3:30pm

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Auction 4

47A Orme Road, Buderim Buderim Mountain acreage featuring expansive entertaining deck, tennis court, pool, games room, rolling lawns, rainforest walks and superb NE facing ocean views to Noosa and beyond. It impresses all who have the privilege to visit, in fact you have no reason to leave. It provides a lifestyle that’s perfect for 2022. An innovaঞve architectural design sets it apart from the norm.

Aucঞon On site Sat, 29 Jan, 2pm View Thurs, 13 Jan, 2-2:30pm Sat, 15 Jan, 10-10:30am

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Auction this weekend Vacant Land

Lot 3 Weemala Crescent, Buderim Stunning Northerly ocean views 1,098 square metres of prime vacant land on Buderim Mountain’s northerly escarpment. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac within an easy walk to Buderim Village. It has a huge 60 metre northerly boundary which would allow the construcঞon of a large one level home with virtually all rooms featuring views, cool summer sea breezes and the warm winter sun.

Aucঞon On site Sat, 15 Jan, 2pm View Thurs, 13 Jan, 4-4:30pm Sat, 15 Jan, 1:30-2pm

Judy Wild 0419 798 905 Lew Poমnger 0419 788 547

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Auction 5

176 Ilkley Road, Ilkley Luxury, Liveability and Location • Prestigious living on 9 private & tranquil acres • Sparkling in-ground pool, large deck, fire pit & hinterland views • Designated guest & children’s wing, media room, study & multiple living zones • Luxurious parent’s retreat overlooking tropical gardens & pool • 6 car shed & dual living in tastefully appointed self contained cottage • Convenient location, a must see for the most discerning buyer

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Aucঞon On site Sat, 22 Jan, 11am View Sat, 15 Jan, 12:30-1pm

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Auction 4

384 Ilkley Road, Ilkley Stylish Living & The Acreage Dream • Custom designed multi-level home on just over 2 cleared acres • Immaculately presented with potential for dual living • Multiple living zones & contemporary colour palette • Sparkling pool with relaxing bush outlook & private alfresco areas • High ceilings, large entertainer’s kitchen & butler’s pantry • Dual driveway access, new 3 car shed & low maintenance landscaping

Aucঞon On site Sat, 29 Jan, 3pm

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View Sat, 15 Jan, 1:30-2pm

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PROPERTY

LUXURY HOME IN PRIME POSITION From page 45

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lex Shores expansive master built home, just a 400 metre stroll to the soft sand at Alexandra Headland beach. This majestic entertainer’s oasis has been designed and constructed to create a truly unique lifestyle. With multiple light-filled living areas and ample outdoor space, it’s a family oasis in a premium location. Positioned on a prime elevated position in Alexandra Headland, this executive mansion was designed and executed in such a way that offers a way of living unlike any other. If you’re looking for a lifestyle position, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity.

10 CRYSTAL WAVES PLACE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND 5 bed, 5 bath, 4 car $2,475,000 Define Property 5478 2477 Ross Cattle 0410 625 758

We put you first MOOLOOLABA 6/14 DOUGLAS STREET

AUCTION

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Your Own Private Rooftop Garden Awaits In Mooloolaba Come home and comfortably park in your oversized garage which is at the end of the complex, no more getting wet with the groceries! Enter into a bright living area that flows into the kitchen with plenty of cupboard and bench space. You will discover a delightful renovated unit with a lovely colour palette throughout.

• Balcony with expansive views of the coast and hinterland • A private rooftop garden with views that need to be seen • Oversized garage with great storage and internal access • 2 minutes’ walk to the beach, local shops and restaurants AUCTION On-Site Tuesday 25th January at 5pm INSPECT Saturday 15th January 11:00am - 12 noon & Tuesday 18th January 4:30 - 5:30pm FIRST NATIONAL RIVERSIDE 5446 6186 JASON BURNS 0417 762 001 WEB firstnationalriverside.com.au

Auction this weekend 2

1/307 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore • • • • • •

Two-bedroom apartment with water views Riverfront outlook, perfect downsizer/investor Ground-floor posiঞon with fenced paঞo Plantaঞon shu ers, air con, light and bright Open-plan layout, master with ensuite Courtyard access, close to Ocean St, beaches

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Aucঞon On site Sat, 15 Jan, 11am

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

View Sat, 15 Jan, 10:30-11am

Dee Woodroofe 0455 839 577

Bli Bli

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Coolum 5446 2500 | Marcoola 5448 7444 www.northshorerealty.com.au

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT AUCTION

21 Joanne Street, Marcoola

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Absolute beach front home. You would be hard-pressed to find a beachfront property any closer to the sand dunes than this one Centrally located just 20 minutes to Noosa, 10 minutes to Maroochydore and even less to Coolum Beach The peace and serenity of life at Marcoola are unmatched, the potential and position of this particular property cannot be denied Set away from the hustle and bustle, the beach is your playground, cafes and Surf Club minutes’ walk along the beachfront pathway Rich in character, with a combination of unique features, scope to renovate and produce a wonderful family home Raked timber ceilings, timber floors flow from front to back, casement and double-hung windows create a sense of charm Upstairs delivers three bedrooms, two with ensuites, a family bathroom, and a smaller fourth bedroom or study Open plan living, dining, and kitchen connect to the east-facing deck, French doors allow light and sea breeze to drift through the home East-facing deck complete with bistro blinds creates the ideal outdoor room with peaceful outlook over foredune vegetation Downstairs caters to your guests or teenagers with an additional bedroom and ensuite Remote lock-up garage for two vehicles, lockable storage area, laundry, large covered entertaining area with potential to build in

View Saturday 2:00-2:30pm Auction On Site Saturday 22nd January @ 2pm Brad Reed 0419 788 625 brad@northshorerealty.com.au

AUCTION

41 Cupania Street, Mudjimba

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MUDJIMBA BEACH - RENOVATE OR REDEVELOP • Brimming with all the charm and character of an original Mudjimba Beach House • This entry level home is your chance to get into this popular street in sought after Mudjimba • Timber cathedral ceilings with exposed timber beams are complimented by the lighter timber flooring • The large protected north facing veranda is a serene retreat with a leafy outlook and privacy from the street • Plenty of family friendly yard area both front and rear on this generous 607 sqm block • Ready for a makeover - just bring your paint brush and your renovating enthusiasm • Easy stroll to the beach, park, restaurants, cafes and local shops 64 My Weekly Preview | January 13, 2022

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View Saturday 2:00-2:45pm Auction On Site Saturday 22nd January @ 3pm Mark McDonald 0418 871 059 mark@northshorerealty.com.au myweeklypreview.com.au

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Coolum 5446 2500 | Marcoola 5448 7444 www.northshorerealty.com.au

24a-24b Cupania Street, Mudjimba

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PALM SPRINGS DUPLEX IN THE HEART OF MUDJIMBA • Respecting the mid–century modern architecture of Palm Springs, this luxurious abode is suitable for those with impeccable taste and style • Built with only the highest quality in mind, elegance, sophistication and designed with an emphasis on low maintenance coastal living this exclusive residence is being expertly crafted with nothing overlooked • Light-filled interiors flowing over two levels of opulence boasting the very best in high-end finishes • Open plan Bespoke chef’s kitchen includes crisp Smartstone benchtops, custom cabinetry, high-end appliances • Picturesque north-facing entertaining area, indoor-outdoor living with a stunning covered alfresco area that effortlessly combines the breezy interiors • Visible from many vantage positions of the home is the exclusive sparking inground pool • Features include - award-winning Architecturally Icon Building designed, lift provisions and lift included • Ducted smart controlled air-conditioning, swimming pool complemented by classy landscaping surrounds, double lock up garage with internal access as well as rear access • Located less than 300 metres from Mudjimba Esplanade and distant soulful sounds of waves crashing onshore

Unit 123/1674-1676 David Low Way, Coolum Beach

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BRAND NEW FIRST BAY COOLUM • This premium apartment directly overlooking Coolum’s First Bay, surrounding beaches and rugged headlands is available now • The waiting is over and luxury living awaits you in this spectacular and brand new 3 bedroom home • This is a limited, front row position offered as part of the Masterpiece design series by the developer MOSAIC, setting benchmarks for design, quality and craftsmanship • A single level, stunning beachfront residence covering a total 216m2 including balcony and wraparound courtyard will allow you to take full advantage of this prime beachfront location • Surf check, whale watch or star gaze from your bed or balcony myweeklypreview.com.au

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5 Amity Court, Marcoola

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UNBEATABLE BEACHSIDE LOCATION View Saturday & Wednesday 2:00-2:30pm For Sale Low to Mid $2,000,000 Buyers Jay Pashley 0407 119 355 jay@northshorerealty.com.au

• Premiere beachside cul de sac location within close walking distance to Marcoola Beach, Surf Club and Village shops • Walk through your back gate with no roads to cross to get to the beach and surf only 200 metres away • Generous 646m2 block, north facing and surrounded by parkland • Architect designed with high ceilings and large open living areas to capture the natural light and prevailing sea breezes • Main bedroom with private balcony, plus separate adjoining office/ lounge and third bedroom upstairs • Ground floor has 2 brms, main bath and centrally located kitchen • This house is ready for immediate occupation

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Coolum 5446 2500 | Marcoola 5448 7444 www.northshorerealty.com.au

10 Maxwell Court, Coolum Beach

Ocean View Vacant Land: 713sqm

OCEAN VIEW VACANT LAND WILL BE SOLD! View Contact Agent For Sale Expressions of Interest Offers by 5pm 31st January 2022

1/28 Culbara Street, Mooloolaba

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Jay Pashley 0407 119 355 jay@northshorerealty.com.au

• Coolum Fairways Management rights looking after a complex of 53 Townhouses • Set right beside one of the Sunshine Coast’s best Public Golf Courses • Gardens and pool area in pristine condition, mature landscaping in place • Elevated to capture the sea breezes and fantastic Mt Coolum views • Managers residence has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, office with powder room & 3 car garage with workshop • Would suit a semi-retired couple who would still like to work a little and have time for themselves • Care-taking only, no rentals

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• The sound of the waves and views of the coastline set the scene • Design and build your show-stopping masterpiece in this perfect Blue-Chip position • Elevated 713sqm cul-de-sac site in a high-side position, sweeping views North and South • Direct beach access is less than a 5-minute walk away via Access Point 83, Second Bay • Walk to vibrant Coolum Beach village with popular restaurants, cafes, boutiques and the Coolum Surf Club • One of the very last ocean-view vacant allotments, don’t delay and let this opportunity of a lifetime slip away

• Imagine waking up here every morning? Now this is living!

• Nestled in the elite heart of Mooloolaba and situated in a quiet cul de sac, house-sized duplex offers an abundance of lifestyle options • Sweeping expansive water views across the broadwater through to the Mooloolah River • Swimming & fishing from your own private sandy beach, and easy walking distance to Mooloolaba’s beaches, restaurants and shops • Two separate living zones, office nook and a second kitchenette • Only 3 years old and still under builder’s warranty • Properties in such a desirable location are rarely offered, don’t miss your chance to secure this deep-water gem

Unit 1/23 Lumeah Drive, Mount Coolum

For Sale Contact Agent Noel Mooney 0417 756 076 noel@northshorerealty.com.au

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• Highly desired Mudjimba family home with a leafy backdrop and tranquil pool • 809m2 allotment with plenty of room for the camper or boat • Built on one level this home is very low maintenance • The kitchen offers plenty of cupboard space, breakfast bar, and island benchtop with a servery opening directly to the outside dining area • The oversized patio overlooks the pool and you’ll have no trouble entertaining the extended family and friends for any celebration • Walk or cycle to a variety of cafes, restaurants, patrolled beaches, medical centre, the location is simply perfect!

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PROPERTY

SPECTACULAR DRESS CIRCLE VIEWS

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howcasing panoramic coastal views from its elevated north-facing position in a prestigious leafy pocket of Buderim, this lifestyle masterpiece, offers the ultimate in executive-style living while its versatile floor plan facilitates the needs of the modern family. The home has been perfectly positioned on its 511m2 lowmaintenance fully fenced block with secure electronic gated entry, to maximise the glorious view – breathtaking by day, and truly intoxicating at night as the coastal lights shimmer and shine, weaving their kaleidoscope of colour,

14 HONEYEATER CLOSE, BUDERIM 6 bed, 3 bath, 3 car Auction onsite Saturday, January 29 at 9am Ray White Buderim 5445 6088 Ellen Lorenz 0427 257 329

Coolum 5446 2500 | Marcoola 5448 7444 www.northshorerealty.com.au

10 Petrie Avenue, Marcoola

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3 Lorraine Avenue, Marcoola

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MARCOOLA VILLAGE CENTRE MIXED USE INVESTMENT • Rare beachside investment opportunity in the heart of Marcoola, primed for serious long term investor • One of only ten freehold properties, first time offered for sale in twenty years • Long term commercial tenancy in place • Separate one bedroom plus loft residential apartment upstairs with front and rear decks • Building wholly leased $3533/month plus outgoings • Secure tenants in place, Local Centre Zoning • Surf Club, patrolled beach, cafes and beachside park all in close proximity - Lock in to the heart of Marcoola now!

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PROPERTY

DEATH NOTICES

In loving memory of Ian Russell Campbell “Cambo” 14.10.1949 - 25.12.2021

RELAX AND ENJOY Elegance, El Eleg egan ance ce,, sophistication soph so phis isti tica cati tion on and and designed des esig ign ned an emphasis on with wi th a n em emph phas asis is o n lo low w maintenance main ma inte tena nanc nce coastal living, this exclusive residence is expertly crafted with nothing overlooked. The design features light-filled interiors flowing over two levels of opulence boasting the very best in high-end finishes. The open plan bespoke chef’s kitchen includes crisp Smartstone benchtops, custom cabinetry, and high-end appliances. .

Located in the heart of Mudjimba.

24A & 24B CUPANIA STREET, MUDJIMBA 3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Expressions of Interest North Shore Realty 5446 2500 Ben Thomson 0447 057 651

Ian was laid to peace by his family with a beautiful funeral on the 31st December 2021.

Ian will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and loyal customers from Life Time Timbers.

STYLE AND SPACE This u This unit nitt ha ni hass a fa fant fantastic ntas asti ticc lo loca location, cati tion on, beautifully renovated, beau be auti tifu f lly re reno nova vate ted d two two bedrooms, bed edroom omss an oversized garage, gorgeous views, and two minutes to the beach Come home and comfortably park in your oversized garage, which is at the end of the complex, Enter into a bright living area that flows into the kitchen with plenty of cupboard and bench space.

You will discover a delightful, renovated unit with a lovely colour palette throughout this impressive home.

If it’s time...

Think PRIME BUDERIM 22 Elliott Drive BEAUTIFUL BUDERIM FAMILY HOME • • • • • • • •

Perfectly positioned single level home Centrally located galley style kitchen Enormous open plan living area Air conditioned living area and main bedroom Massive covered outdoor entertaining area 3kW solar power & security screens on all windows & doors Fully fenced 602sqm yard with heaps of room for a pool Beautiful street frontage with side access & 6m x 3m garden shed

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It is with a heavy heart that we let you all know that our amazing Husband, loved Father and Father-n-law, loving Poppy, Brother and Brother-in-law, Uncle, Son-in-law, and a bloody great mate left us peacefully at 7.45am this Christmas morning with his family by his side.

He will forever be in our hearts.

6/14 DOUGLAS STREET, MOOLOOLABA 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Auction onsite Tuesday, January 25 at 5pm First National Riverside 5446 6186 Jason Burns 0417 762 001

Death Notices & Tributes To advertise here call 5444 0152 AUCTION

602m2

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NINE (CH8)

TEN (CH5)

SBS (CH3)

FRIDAY

6pm Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG) 6.30 Summer Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 9.00 Miniseries: The War Of The Worlds. (M) Part 2 of 3.

10.00 Mum. (M) 10.35 ABC Late News.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. Australia v England. Day 1.

Evening session.

9.30 MOVIE Horrible Bosses 2. (2014) (M) Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis. Three men find themselves in debt.

6pm News.

7.00 ACA. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Clear And Present Danger. (1994) (M) Harrison Ford. A CIA agent uncovers corruption.

11.20 John Grisham’s The Gingerbread Man. (M)

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Guests include Octavia Spencer.

9.30 Just For Laughs. (M) Hosted by Nick Cody.

10.30 Drunk History Australia. (MA15+) 11.00 The Project.

6pm Mastermind Aust. (PG) 6.30 News.

7.35 Good With Wood.

8.30 Walking Britain’s Roman Roads: Ermine Street. (PG) Dan follows the route of Ermine Street.

9.25 Ancient Superstructures: Machu Picchu.

10.25 SBS News.

SATURDAY

6pm Escape From The City.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Larkins. (PG) The Larkins prepare for Christmas.

8.40 Call The Midwife. (PG) Sister Julienne is drawn into a family rift.

9.35 Call The Midwife. (M) Frances faces her fear of public speaking.

10.35 Father Brown. (M)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. Australia v England. Day 2.

Evening session. From Blundstone Arena, Hobart.

9.30 MOVIE Batman Begins. (2005) (M) Christian Bale, Michael Caine. A man battles organised crime.

6pm Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit. (2014) (M) Chris Pine.

9.35 MOVIE The Hunt For Red October. (1990) (PG) Sean Connery.

A Russian submarine captain goes rogue.

6pm Soccer. A-League Men. Round 10. Sydney FC v Brisbane Roar. From Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Sydney.

9.00 Ambulance. (M) A crew attends to a woman who has contracted COVID-19 while pregnant.

11.00 Bull. Bull helps sue developers of a computer program.

7.35pm Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. (M) 8.30 The World’s Greatest Hotels: Atlantis, Dubai. (PG) A look at the Atlantis The Palm, Dubai.

9.25 World’s Most Beautiful Railway.

10.20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M)

6pm Australia Remastered: Coast.

7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Quoll Farm. The story of a family of quolls.

8.40 Vera. (M) Part 3 of 4.

10.10 Doc Martin. (M) 10.55 Harrow. (M)

6pm Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. Australia v England. Day 3.

Evening session. From Blundstone Arena, Hobart.

9.30 World’s Most Extreme Airports. (PG) Uncovers problems with airports.

11.00 Criminal Confessions. (M)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 60 Minutes.

8.00 David Attenborough’s A Perfect Planet. (PG) 9.10 MOVIE High Crimes. (2002) (M) Ashley Judd, Morgan Freeman.

A lawyer fights to clear her husband’s name.

11.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+)

6.30pm The Sunday Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.15 FBI. A university co-ed is kidnapped.

10.10 FBI. (M) The son of a blogger is kidnapped.

11.00 The Sunday Project.

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 Treasures Of Istanbul. Bettany Hughes visits Istanbul.

8.30 Pompeii: Sin City. An exploration of Pompeii, focusing on the lives of its citizens. Narrated by Isabella Rossellini.

10.00 Searching For Cleopatra. (M) Takes a look at Cleopatra.

MONDAY

6.30pm Summer Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads. (PG) 8.30 The China Century: Unify The Motherland. (M) Part 3 of 5.

9.30 The Rise Of The Murdoch Dynasty: Kingmaker. (M)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. Australia v England. Day 4.

Evening session.

9.30 Fantasy Island. (M) Mr Jones faces his past.

10.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 11.00 Highway Cops. (PG)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey.

11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) Iggy and Kapoor discover a patient might be suffering from lead poisoning.

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+) A basketball player’s wife is murdered.

10.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (M) The team goes after the vigilante.

11.00 The Project.

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Britain’s Scenic Railways. (PG) 8.30 Secret Scotland: Stirling. (PG) Part 2 of 5.

9.20 The Best Of 24 Hours In Emergency: Guardian Angels. (M) 10.15 SBS News.

TUESDAY

7pm ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame.

8.30 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. Part 4 of 5.

9.30 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip: Gold Coast To The Outback. (PG) 10.20 QI. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Fifth Test. Australia v England. Day 5.

Evening session.

9.30 Born To Kill? Richard Chase.

(MA15+) A look at serial killer Richard Chase.

10.30 Beat The Chasers UK.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey.

11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) When Sharpe has a case that hits close to home, she and Max team up to make things right for the patient.

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 NCIS. (M) A man dies on a cruise ship.

10.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. Kensi is kidnapped by a militia group.

11.00 The Project.

6pm Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys: Berlin To Stuttgart. (PG) 8.40 Robson Green: Walking Hadrian’s Wall. (PG) Part 3 of 3.

9.35 Australia In Colour: Crime And Punishment. (M) Part 3 of 4.

10.35 SBS News.

WEDNESDAY

6.30pm Summer Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Spicks And Specks: AusMusic Special. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.

9.35 Fisk. (M) 10.00 Miniseries: A Very English Scandal. (M)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League.

Game 56. Melbourne Stars v Hobart Hurricanes. From the MCG. 10.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) A motorcyclist is thrown from his bike.

11.30 Autopsy USA: Chris Cornell. (MA15+)

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey.

11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) Sharpe and Kapoor work together to mend fences between two feuding sisters.

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

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 Bull.

10.00 Bull. (PG) Bull helps a social media influencer.

11.00 The Project.

6pm Mastermind Aust. (PG) 6.30 News.

7.30 Great Australian Railway Journeys. (PG) 8.40 The Royal House Of Windsor: Shadow Of A King. (PG) Explores the House of Windsor.

9.35 Departure. (M) 10.25 SBS News.

6pm Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG) 6.30 Summer Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. 8.30 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland. (M) Part 1 of 3.

9.15 Our Dementia Choir. (PG)

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 7.30 Mates On A Mission. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Blood Diamond. (2006) (MA15+) Leonardo DiCaprio, Djimon Hounsou. A smuggler offers to help a fisherman.

6pm Nine News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey.

11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) Kapoor introduces a patient to Iggy’s posttraumatic stress disorder group.

6.30pm The Project.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.15 Law & Order: SVU. (M) Carisi questions his role as a prosecutor.

10.15 Blue Bloods.

11.05 The Project.

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.35 Britain’s Most Luxurious Hotels.

8.30 Extra Life: A Short History Of Living Longer: Medical Drugs.

Part 3 of 4.

9.35 La Fortuna. (M)

SUNDAY

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7MATE (CH63) 9GO! (CH82)

9GEM (CH81)

BOLD (CH53)

PEACH (CH52)

7pm Dino Dana. 7.15 Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks.

8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE Adaptation.

(2002) (MA15+) Nicolas Cage. 10.25 Doctor Who. 11.10 Brassic.

11.55 QI.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt.

(PG) 7.30 Billy Connolly: It’s Been A Pleasure. (M) 8.45 The Amazing Homemakers.

(PG) 9.45 Australia’s Big Backyards. (PG) 10.50 The Mentalist.

(M)

6.40pm The Ashes: Dinner Break. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.30 MOVIE Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes.

(2011) (M) 10.40 MOVIE Last Man Standing. (1996) (M)

6pm 3rd Rock From The Sun. (PG) 6.30 The Queen Family Singalong. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Ghostbusters.

(2016) (PG) 9.55 MOVIE R.I.P.D. (2013) (M) 11.45 3rd Rock From The Sun. (PG)

6pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Night Session. Sydney Tennis Classic. Day 5. Night Session. 10pm House.

(M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.30 Matildas: Countdown To India 2022. 11.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

(MA15+)

6pm Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Mom. (M) 10.30 Nancy Drew. (M) 11.30 Friends. (PG)

7.05pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2021: Opening Night. 9.30 Whose Line Is It Anyway?

6.30pm The Hotel Inspector. (PG) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 The Mentalist. (M)

6.40pm The Ashes: Dinner Break. 7.00 American Pickers. 8.00 AFL Women’s.

Round 2. West Coast v Gold Coast Suns.

10.00 MOVIE John Q. (2002) (M)

6pm MOVIE Shark Tale. (2004) (G) Will Smith. 7.45 MOVIE Rango. (2011) (PG) Johnny Depp, Isla Fisher. 9.55 MOVIE In Time. (2011) (M) Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried.

5pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Night Session. Finals. Sydney Tennis Classic. Day 6.

Night Session. Finals.

8.30pm MOVIE The Last Of The Mohicans.

(1992) (M) 10.45 Chicago Med.

6.30pm Scorpion. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.20 MacGyver. (PG) 11.20 NCIS: New Orleans. (M)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.15 Friends. (PG)

7.05pm The Deep.

7.30 Compass. 8.00 You Can’t Ask That.

8.30 Louis Theroux: Louis And The Brothel.

9.30 Barrenjoey Road.

10.30 Devolution.

11.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces.

6pm Big Bash League.

Game 51. Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat.

7.00 Border Security.

7.30 Border Security.

8.00 Border Security.

8.30 Extreme Railways.

9.30 Mighty Trains.

10.30 Heathrow.

6.40pm The Ashes: Dinner Break. 7.00 Big Bash League.

Game 51. Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat.

10.00 MOVIE Cliffhanger. (1993) (M)

7pm MOVIE Sing.

(2016) (G) Matthew McConaughey. 9.10 MOVIE Spider-Man: Homecoming. (2017) (M) Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Robert Downey Jr. 11.50 Malcolm. (PG)

4.35pm MOVIE Comes A Horseman.

(1978) (PG) 7pm MOVIE El Dorado.

(1966) (PG) 9.35 MOVIE A Fistful Of Dollars. (1964) (MA15+) Clint Eastwood. 11.40 Killer Couples.

6pm Bondi Rescue.

(PG) 6.30 JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.20 48 Hours. (M) 11.20 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

(MA15+)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.05 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 8.30 Friends. (PG)

8.25pm George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 9.15 Last Woman On The Planet.

11.30 MOVIE Red Dwarf: The Promised Land. (2020) (PG)

6pm Big Bash League.

Game 52. Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Renegades. 7.00 Border Security: Int. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries.

7pm Big Bash League.

Game 52. Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Renegades. 10.00 MOVIE Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance.

(2011) (M)

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 Raymond. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Beverly Hills Cop. (1984) (M) Eddie Murphy, Lisa Eilbacher. 10.40 To Be Advised.

5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park.

Hosted by James Bracey. 10pm House.

(M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 A-League Highlights Show. 11.20 Blue Bloods. (M)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.00 Mom. (M)

TUESDAY

7pm Children’s Programs. 7.15 Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Aftertaste. 9.30 Brassic. 10.15 Schitt’s Creek. 10.35 Doctor Who.

6pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 53.

Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Sixers. 7.00 Border Security: Int. (PG) 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) 8.30 Foyle’s War. (M) 10.40 Without A Trace. (M)

6.40pm The Ashes: Dinner Break. 7.00 Big Bash League.

Game 53. Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Sixers. 10.00 Secrets Of The Supercars.

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 Raymond. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Beverly Hills Cop II. (1987) (M) Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold. 10.35 To Be Advised.

5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park.

Hosted by James Bracey. 10pm House.

(M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Blue Bloods. (M) 10.25 NCIS: New Orleans.

(M)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. 7.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 9.30 Mom. (M)

WEDNESDAY

DIGITAL CHOICE

7pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Brush With Fame. 8.00 Making Child Prodigies. 8.30 David Bowie: Finding Fame.

10.00 Tate Britain’s Great British Walks.

10.50 Doctor Who.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt.

(PG) 7.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG) 8.40 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M) 10.00 Miranda. (PG) 11.20 What A Carry On! (PG)

7pm Pawn Stars. 8.30 Storage Wars. 9.00 Storage Wars. 9.30 Extreme Unboxing.

10.00 Desert Collectors.

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 Raymond. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Beverly Hills Cop III. (1994) (M) Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold. 10.35 To Be Advised.

5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. From Melbourne Park.

Hosted by James Bracey. 10pm House.

(M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.15 MacGyver. (PG)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) 10.10 Mom. (M) 11.35 The King Of Queens. (PG)

7pm Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.30 QI. 9.00 Hard Quiz. 9.30 Insert Name Here.

10.00 Doctor Who.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt.

(PG) 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Inspector George Gently. (M) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries.

(M)

6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 7.30 Raymond. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Heartbreak Kid. (2007) (MA15+) Ben Stiller, Malin Akerman. 10.45 To Be Advised.

5pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. From Melbourne Park.

Hosted by James Bracey. 10pm House.

(M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M)

(CH22)

6pm The Women’s Ashes. Twenty20 International. Aust v England. Game 1. 9.30 MOVIE Universal Soldier. (1992) (MA15+) 11.40 Hardcore Pawn.

12.10am The Grade Cricketer.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 10.30 MOVIE Every Secret Thing. (2014) (M) Diane Lane, Elizabeth Banks, Dakota Fanning.

SURF REPORT with MWP’s man in the water

Well, Noosa certainly turned it on last week if you could get in you would have found the best waves in decades. Crazy stories coming in. One surfer took two hours to drive from Noosa car park to Peregian Beach. A very good advertisement for electric bikes. Oh, and Double Island also had the goods.

This weekend small waves – so get what you can.

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