My Weekly Preview Issue 851. March 20, 2025 by My Weekly Preview

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From the editor

As we approach Wishlist Giving Day (March 27), we have a timely reminder of how powerful generosity can be when we come together to support a cause that truly makes a difference.

The Wishlist charity has long been a beacon of hope on the Sunshine Coast, working tirelessly to meet the speciﬁc needs of individuals and families facing serious health challenges.

On Wishlist Giving Day, every donation made to the charity is doubled. This means that your contribution has twice the impact, helping to fulﬁl even more wishes and provide greater support for those who need it most.

Whether it’s providing essential resources, aiding in healthcare or offering a lifeline during times of crisis, this day has the potential to create a ripple effect of positive change.

In this edition, we share the story of one Coast family whose members will be forever grateful for the incredible difference Wishlist made to their lives when they were going through some of their darkest days. Turn to page 12 for the full story and learn how you can help.

Let’s come together and make this Wishlist Giving Day a day to remember. You never know when you might need support provided by the charity.

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

On the cover: Donations to Wishlist’s Giving Day help provide medical services and equipment behind the scenes at our hospitals.

FREE LOCAL NEWS

Local stories you may have missed this week. To read these, and for more free news from around the region, scan the QR code or visit sunshinecoastnews.com.au.

Planning underway to improve motorway –Planning is set to upgrade a stretch of the Sunshine Motorway used by more than 50,000 vehicles a day and plagued by crashes. The Department of Transport and Main Roads will upgrade the section between the Mooloolah and Maroochy rivers.

‘Time for us to say goodbye’: longstanding cafe to close – Endless Time Cafe will close its doors due to refurbishments at Nambour’s C-Square building. The cafe owners have thanked the community for its support since 2015.

Sleepbus service could return after charity steps in – The Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre is working to continue a service that provides temporary relief to those impacted by the housing crisis, after the Sleepbus charity was forced to wind up in January.

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THE EBB AND FLOW OF COASTAL RECOVERY

Warnings have been issued as waterway debris, dune erosion and other hazards from the recent cyclone take their toll. WORDS: Steele Taylor.

The recovery phase is underway along Sunshine Coast beaches smashed by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Kilometres of coastline were pounded by a storm surge, strong winds and heavy rain for days.

The event caused significant erosion at several locations – most notably at Yaroomba, Maroochydore, Kings Beach and along the exposed Kawana stretch.

There are concerns that access to lifesaving towers could be compromised, while a seawall at Moffat Beach is showing signs of movement with the threat of

falling rocks. A Sunshine Coast Council spokesperson says the wild weather had reshaped many local beaches.

“Erosion caused by ex-TC Alfred has weakened the dunes at numerous locations along our shoreline, creating steep drop-offs,” they say.

“A lot of debris and fallen trees have ended up over pathways, steps and beach accesses.

“There has also been some landslips and minor damage to boat ramps.

“There is also a significant amount of debris in our waterways.”

The recuperation has started.

“We are prioritising clearing access at surf lifesaving towers to ensure emergency vehicles can get through,” the spokesperson says.

“Next, we’ll check other vehicle access points along the coastline for emergency use if needed.”

Five beach access points that were closed as a result of the wild weather have been reopened, including 73, 103, 113, 224 and 246.

“(But) significant erosion and continued scarping at BA150 is hindering efforts to maintain access for lifeguard services,” the spokesperson says.

“We are working with them to attempt to gain safe access. However, high tides are impeding effectiveness of work.”

Meanwhile, the seawall at Moffat Beach has been walloped.

“It is showing signs of movement due to the large swells impacting the wall,” the spokesperson says, warning people to steer clear.

“There is a significant risk of the wall deteriorating further and if that occurs, rock falls and movements are highly likely.”

There were also impacts at low-lying Golden Beach and Pelican Waters, after there were serious concerns about flooding.

“Increased water levels during the event overtopped some seawalls,” the spokesperson says.

“Impacts were generally along the southern foreshore areas and caused some damage.

“There is minor erosion in front of the car park at the Power Boat Club boat ramp and sand accumulation under the pontoon at that location.

“Erosion was evident on the foreshore adjacent to Fraser Park (and) debris (has

been) removed from coastal infrastructure like boat ramps, jetties and pathways.”

The spokesperson says council is monitoring debris on beaches.

“It is illegal to remove organic debris from beaches, foreshores and waterways unless it creates an immediate public safety hazard. We encourage the community to report any waste that has washed ashore,” they say.

“If you see any large items that need to be removed, please lodge a request via the Sunshine Coast app.”

Locals will also be able to help clean up local beaches with community groups, via cleanup.org.au/community.

The spokesperson urges the public to be wary of adversely affected water.

“Heavy rainfall and floodwater can also wash disease-causing microorganisms (germs) and pollutants into waterways, which can cause illness,” they say.

“Please avoid dangerous areas and follow the direction of lifeguards and any on-site signage.”

The spokesperson says the beaches “will eventually repair themselves”.

“However, depending on future weather conditions, they could take some time to return to their pre-Alfred beach profiles,” they say.

“No emergency nourishment is planned at this stage.

“We ask the community to stay off the dunes to allow this natural regeneration process to occur.

“These dunes may look stable, but they can collapse suddenly, putting people at serious risk.” Want more news daily? Visit our sister site sunshinecoastnews.com.au for free, up-to-date news.

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Min-imal explanations Did you know?

For over a century, travellers in outback Australia have reported sightings of the eerie Min Min lights: glowing orbs that hover, dart and sometimes appear to follow people. First documented near Boulia, Queensland, these unexplained lights have sparked countless theories – from mirages caused by temperature inversions to paranormal phenomena. Despite scientific investigations, no definitive explanation has been found, and the Min Min lights remain one of Australia’s most enduring mysteries, adding to the country’s rich tradition of folklore and unexplained phenomena.

Quote of the week

“Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love. This is the eternal rule.” – Buddha.

In 1852, a massive gold discovery in Victoria sparked one of the largest gold rushes in history, drawing fortune seekers from around the world. At its peak, Victoria produced nearly a third of the world’s gold, transforming Melbourne into one of the richest cities of the era. The influx of wealth and immigrants reshaped Australia’s economy and society, laying the foundation for the country’s rapid development and multicultural identity.

By the numbers

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The world’s oldest-known fossils, dating back about 3500 million years, were discovered in Western Australia.

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The Daintree Rainforest, one of the world’s oldest rainforests, spans about 8200 square kilometres in Far North Queensland.

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About 90 per cent of the world’s population lives in the Northern Hemisphere.

Historic highlights

In 1872, the completion of the Overland Telegraph Line revolutionised communication in Australia, connecting Darwin to Adelaide and linking the continent to the rest of the world via an undersea cable. Spanning more than 3000 kilometres, the project was an engineering feat, overcoming harsh terrain and extreme weather. Led by Charles Todd, the line drastically reduced the time it took for messages to travel between Australia and Britain – from months to mere hours for our young nation.

Today in history – March 20

1916 – Albert Einstein presents his general theory of relativity. The revolutionary theory describes the interdependency of matter on the one hand, and space and time on the other. It is one of the most influential theories in physics.

1969 – John Lennon and Yoko Ono marry. After the wedding in Gibraltar, the artists spent their honeymoon in Amsterdam with a week-long Bed-In for Peace non-violent protest against the Vietnam War.

1995 – Japanese terrorists release poisonous gas in the Tokyo subway. Thirteen people died and thousands were wounded after members of the religious cult Aum Shinrikyo placed containers leaking sarin on five trains.

2003 – The United States invades Iraq, assisted by the United Kingdom, Australia and Poland.

Word of the day

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A literary word that means “to move slowly from one place to another, usually by a winding or indirect course”. Wending is travelling or proceeding in such a manner.

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THE GENEROSITY HIDDEN BEHIND THE CARE

A Sunshine Coast family has witnessed first-hand how donations to Wishlist’s Giving Day are put to work, buying medical equipment and providing special services at our hospitals to help patients and carers.

There’s a moment Ben Thornton will never forget – a moment no parent should have to endure. His five-year-old daughter Maddi (pictured below right with a therapy dog), went limp in his arms and stopped breathing.

“You think she’s gone,” Ben recalls.

Racing Maddi to the hospital, Ben and his wife Kylie watched on helplessly as doctors fought to save their daughter’s life.

The days that followed were a blur of fear and exhaustion. Maddi was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis: a severe infection with life-altering consequences.

The odds were against her: many children who survive face lifelong disabilities. Yet even in those darkest moments, there was hope.

Ben and Kylie describe the first week in the hospital as a “horrific rollercoaster”, watching their healthy, happy daughter become unresponsive and fragile.

When Maddi’s condition worsened, she crashed again. Doctors and nurses rushed into the room, deploying every tool at their disposal to stabilise her. Amid the chaos, Kylie remembers one nurse’s actions.

“When she crashed, it broke me,” Kylie admits, recalling the awful moment.

“A nurse just grabbed my hand and kept me standing. Without her, I don’t know how I would have gotten through it,” Kylie says.

Maddi’s family clung to each small sign of hope – a glimmer of recognition in her eyes or any hint of movement while the medical team tirelessly adjusted her medication, closely monitoring her progress.

“The first time we saw her move again, we were ecstatic,” Kylie says.

“It wasn’t perfect. She moved like a little Bambi trying to walk, but it was progress.”

During their long stay at the hospital, the family found moments of solace in the support Wishlist provides.

Therapy dogs brought genuine smiles to Maddi’s face. Clown Doctors filled her room with laughter – their silly jokes bringing reprieve to the whole family.

And for brief moments, the harsh reality of hospital life gave way to joy, humour and connection.

Ben and Kylie were able to use Wishlist’s Parents’ Retreat – often their only refuge during the most challenging days.

The retreat offered comfort and community. Knowing they could stay close to Maddi while taking a small break

meant everything.

“You can’t put a price on hope, and that’s what Wishlist gave us,” Kylie says.

“They make an incredible difference for families going through unimaginable challenges. It’s all possible thanks to the community.”

Maddi’s determination inspired everyone around her. She slowly regained her strength, learning to walk again, step by step. After six weeks, she was discharged and made a full recovery.

“You take life for granted, but when you almost lose what you love most, it changes how you see everything”

“You take life for granted, but when you almost lose what you love most, it changes how you see everything,” Ben reflects.

This new perspective led the family to plan a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Lapland, where Maddi experienced husky-led sled rides, fed reindeer and met the real Santa. Maddi’s story is not just one of survival, but also of generosity and community – a reminder that hope thrives when people come together to give selflessly.

Kylie and Maddi Thornton

HOW YOUR DONATIONS MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE

This year, on Giving Day, Wishlist aims to raise $200,000 for programs and medical equipment that save lives and bring comfort to those in need.

Key funding priorities include:

• a Biplane Imaging Unit – critical for treating stroke and aneurysm patients, helping save lives and reduce disabling complications

• Faxitron and Sentimag machines

– vital technology for improving breast cancer treatment outcomes and recovery times

• a Butterfly Suite for Gympie Hospital – to help transform a space in the Maternity Unit at Gympie Hospital into a Butterfly Suite, providing a compassionate space for women experiencing miscarriage,

Fast facts

• The first Wishlist Giving Day was on August 20, 2020, and raised more than $241,757 in 12 hours. It has since been held in March each year.

• March 2021 was a recordbreaking year for Wishlist Giving Day, raising $330,500.

• This year, Wishlist is aiming to raise more than $200,000 to support local public hospitals, enhancing health services for patients and families.

stillbirth or neonatal death

• ongoing Wishlist services – providing therapy dogs, clown doctors, patient accommodation and support programs that offer comfort during the toughest times.

The contributions from Wishlist Giving Day 2024 raised $280,600, funding services such as the Outpatient Hysteroscopy Clinic, which improved care for hundreds of local women.

This year, your support can provide new medical advances and offer moments of joy, care and respite to families in crisis.

CONTRIBUTIONS CREATE A WIDE-RANGING RIPPLE EFFECT

Wishlist Giving Day is more than just fundraising: it’s about creating connections and hope.

Whether you’re donating or helping to spread the word, every contribution has a ripple effect that touches countless lives.

No parent expects to watch their child fight for life. But for Ben and Kylie Thornton, that devastating reality came true.

With exceptional hospital care, crucial community-funded equipment and programs supported by Wishlist, their daughter Maddi made an incredible recovery. Wishlist Giving Day gives the Sunshine Coast community the opportunity to bring the same life-saving support to more families like Maddi’s.

For 12 hours, Wishlist Giving Day will unite the community with the goal of raising $200,000 to transform local healthcare services for patients and families. Every dollar donated will be

doubled, thanks to generous local businesses such as Protector Aluminium, Sunshine Toyota, Exemplar Health, Humble Gift Co and Nestle.

Last year’s Wishlist Giving Day helped fund the creation of the Outpatient Hysteroscopy Clinic at Nambour General Hospital. This new service is giving hundreds of women more convenient care, significantly reducing the time and disruption caused by traditional surgeries under general anaesthetic.

Every dollar counts. Through matched donations, your impact is instantly doubled. That means your $50 transforms into $100, and $100 becomes $200, amplifying the impact and the change you help create.

Wishlist Giving Day will run from 6am to 6pm on Thursday, March 27, and will be broadcast live for 12 hours on 92.7 Mix FM.

To learn more, visit wishlist.org.au.

NAMBOUR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEET-UP

Rhonda Billett, Jemma Slater

Tim McGee, Mandy Day

Martin Duncan, Jenny McKay

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Deborah Hammond, Robyn Cook, Kerry Brown

Mark Bray, Trina Findlay, Francine Wiig

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QUEENSLAND COUNTRY BANK BOARD MEETING

Members, individuals and Sunshine Coast businesses enjoyed a delicious luncheon at The Boat Shed, Cotton Tree, recently for Queensland Country Bank’s latest board meeting. There was much excitement around the announcement of a new branch set to open in Maroochydore, offering a full suite of banking services.

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Tristan Scott, Brooke Papamanolis

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Rebekah Haynes, Rebecca Rowlings, Clint Corbett

Kylie Grimley, Marilyn Shearer, Aileen Cull

Lewis Ramsay, Sean Kelly, Aileen Cull, John Weier, Karl Grant

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SUPPORT FLOODS IN

Nambour businesses are determined to rebuild and reopen in the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. WORDS: Caitlin Zerafa.

ANambour business owner impacted by recent flooding has given a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to the community as she looks for a new home to operate her cooking school.

Mix Taste Eat, located on Mathew Street, was inundated by floodwaters after the deluge brought on by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Some 365mm of rain fell in Nambour on March 10, causing widespread damage to many homes and businesses.

Water levels inside the cooking school building reached more than a metre in height, leaving food and cooking appliances destroyed and a layer of mud

“I already have my own school equipment, besides any electrical items that went for a swim, and am looking for an empty space that I can fit out to support our community again.”

NEW MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC

Sunshine Coast Health (SCH) has expanded its mental health services to provide care to a growing number of customers in the southern end of the region.

A community mental health clinic has opened in Caloundra on Mayes Avenue.

SCH’s Mental Health Care Team South cares for around 300 people.

The service’s director Rachael Aitchison says about 50 per cent of those people live in or around Caloundra and Aura.

throughout the studio. Owner Daneyl Green (pictured) says she is “devastated”, but overwhelmed with gratitude for those who are offering support.

“The biggest ‘thank you’ to everyone who has reached out, come by with a broom and mop, and contributed to the GoFundMe (crowdfunding),” Ms Green says. “I am so beyond grateful for the support of this amazing community.”

Ms Green is hoping the community can help her find an ideal studio space.

“While I operate as a cooking school, I don’t necessarily need an existing commercial kitchen,” she says.

Jetts Gym, Supercheap Auto and the Ray White Real Estate office in Nambour were among other businesses to fall victim to the floodwaters.

Gym owners Jill Bingham and Warren White are determined to rebuild after water reached 50cm inside.

“The cardio equipment is done, the flooring is done, the walls are wrecked and we’ve lost other equipment like computers,” Ms Billingham tells My Weekly Preview’s sister news website Sunshine Coast News “We love this place. We’ll stop crying and we’ll rebuild it.”

If you can suggest a new location for Mix Taste Eat, email Daneyl Green at hello@ mixtasteeat.com.

“These consumers require regular appointments with our clinical teams to support them in their recovery journey and reduce the potential for illness relapse and/or a hospital admission,” she says.

“Before opening this Caloundra clinic, the service has been based out of our Maroochydore hub, which is about a 40-kilometre round trip to Caloundra, with limited public transport options available.”

Ms Aitchison says this travel time often resulted in people missing appointments.

The clinic building includes consult and interview rooms, a waiting area and on-site parking.

Specialised teams will provide treatment for a range of services, including adult and older persons’ mental health, and support and treatment for alcohol and other drugs.

SPECIAL WEEK PROMOTES COMMUNITY HARMONY

Harmony Week celebrates cultural diversity within Australia each year.

Running from March 17 to 23, the week is an opportunity for all Australians to embrace the many cultures that make up the fabric of this country.

Harmony Week sparks conversations and fosters inclusiveness, respect and belonging – regardless of cultural or linguistic background – and coincides with International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21.

Many groups, schools and organisations hold events across the seven days, while everyone is encouraged to wear orange – the official colour of the week.

Sunshine Coast Councillor Taylor Bunnag says many cultures are represented in the region.

“The Sunshine Coast is home to migrants from 150 countries, with residents speaking 96 languages and practising 45 religions,” he says.

“Many in our community aren’t aware that 21 per cent of our residents were born overseas – a figure that has doubled in the past 20 years.

“(Harmony Week) reminds us that we live in a wonderful and culturally diverse

Shine a Light on Racism campaign patron Mundanara Bayles

region where everyone is welcome.”

Meanwhile, the council has launched the second phase of its Shine a Light on Racism campaign, calling on residents to listen, learn and celebrate diverse cultures with a series of videos.

Visit sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and search for ‘Shine a light on racism’.

He says it is a “unique collector’s item”.

“It will impress anyone who is in the mood to collect something truly special,” Mr Kenny says.

“It’s for someone who wants to grab a bit of surfing history that’s not available in the surf shops.

“There won’t ever be another one like it.”

Mr Kenny opened Hayden Surfboards in Alexandra Headland, creating one of the popular surfboard brands of the early era, which he ran until 1979.

COLLECTOR’S ITEM

A unique replica vintage surfboard will be auctioned at an upcoming gala to raise funds for Sunshine Coast LifeFlight.

Sunshine Coast surf lifesaving legend Hayden Kenny has commissioned the making of a one-off, 1962 Malibu replica surfboard to be auctioned at a charity gala.

Australia’s first ironman champion, now a great grandfather at 89, shaped his first surfboard in a cow shed on his grandfather’s farm near Maryborough in 1959. Now he’s helping to design the one-off Hayden surfboard for the Sunshine Coast LifeFlight Gala using “refined and modern” materials from original templates.

“It’s a vintage classic that’s made right here on the Sunshine Coast,” Mr Kenny says. “It’s made to surf, but it could also be kept nice and shiny and displayed on a wall.”

He was key in setting up and launching the Sunshine Coast Helicopter Rescue Service in 1979, which merged with LifeFlight in 2013.

He was one of the first full-time helicopter crew members and worked on the choppers for 25 years.

“To be involved with that from pretty much day one is one of the things that I’ve been most proud of,” Mr Kenny says.

The Hayden Surfcraft brand remains synonymous with surfing and surf lifesaving and today is based at Maroochydore with current owners Luke and Jodie Mellington at the helm.

The surfboard will be auctioned live at the LifeFlight Gala on March 29 at Novotel Sunshine Coast Convention Centre. Tickets to the gala are available at lifeflight.org.au/ foundation/events.

MISSING PERSONS

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has teamed up with MedicAlert Foundation Australia in an initiative to locate vulnerable missing persons efficiently.

Detective Senior Sergeant Duncan Gorrie, from the QPS Missing Persons Unit, says the Safe and Sound initiative is a game changer in search and rescue operations.

“By having access to more data and information about vulnerable persons, we’re able to quickly locate people if they are to go wandering,” he says.

“Time is critical in these situations, and this initiative will help save lives and reduce harm to the community.”

Safe and Found assists in providing police with critical information about the behaviour and potential locations of individuals with dementia, autism or cognitive impairments if they go missing.

In its first year of operation in Western Australia in 2021, the initiative helped locate 28 missing persons, with 95 per cent found within two hours.

MedicAlert CEO Chris Radbone says the program’s impact on families and carers is invaluable: “With Queensland on board, Safe and Found now covers more than 70 per cent of Australia’s land mass, easing the anguish of families when a loved one goes missing.”

Visit safeandfound.org.au.

SPEED LIMITS REDUCED IN PARTS OF COAST’S ‘GOLDEN TRIANGLE’ DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS

Speed limits are set to be reduced on several key roads around Maroochydore, Alexandra Headland and Mooloolaba.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will soon undertake works, changing the 60kmh to 50kmh. The changes will affect the 3.8 kilometres on Horton Parade, Aerodrome Road and Alexandra Parade between Maroochydore

Road and Buderim Avenue, as well as the 1.7-kilometre section of Buderim Avenue (Mooloolaba Road) between the Sunshine Motorway and Alexandra Parade.

“Due to safety concerns, a speed limit review was undertaken which considered a range of factors such as road function, roadside environment, road construction standard, prevailing traffic speeds and

crash history,” a statement from TMR says.

“Works will involve replacing existing signage and adding new signs to advise motorists of the new speed limit.”

Works are expected to continue until the beginning of April. Traffic controllers, shoulder closures, reduced speed limits and signage will be in place to ensure motorist and road worker safety.

Hayden Kenny

Buderim Male Choir

Buderim Male Choir members are busy rehearsing their program of songs for upcoming performances, including new tunes and old favourites. Upcoming performances are at Suncare Community Centre on March 26, Glasshouse Views Aged Care on April 3 and Sundale Aged Care Palmwoods on May 29. The choir is always looking for new members. You don’t have to be a great singer – just simply enjoy singing. Members rehearse at Buderim Men’s Shed, Kuluin, each

Monday at 1.30pm. Anyone is welcome to head along and listen. The choir has been running for 50 years and is the oldest on the Sunshine Coast. Visit buderimmalechoir.org.au.

STEPS Harvest Day

STEPS Garden Centre will host its free Harvest Day event on March 22. It will bring the Sunshine Coast community together to celebrate autumn, share the joys of gardening and support STEPS’ mission helping young adults living with a disability and autism. Head to Ulm Street,

Caloundra, from 9am-3pm for deals on plants and gardening supplies, children’s activities, a bonsai workshop, free gardening information sessions and more.

Twilight regatta

Sunshine Coast Model Boat Cub will hold its next twilight regatta on March 27 from 2-6pm at the University of the Sunshine Coast Lake. On the water will be vintage and modern sailing craft, plus scalemodel ships and boats, including naval war ships, tugs, and fishing, general and leisure craft. Members of the public are welcome to see the boats in action and try their hand at driving them. Visit scmbc.org.au.

Caloundra Stamp Club

Caloundra Stamp Club holds meetings on the fourth Thursday of the month to exchange books, with a bargain table and accessories. The next meeting is on March 27 at 12.30pm at Bellvista Meeting Place,18 Lomond Crescent, Bellvista. New members and visitors are welcome. For more information, call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

Sewing news

The Guilded Lilies Sewing Group meets on the last Saturday of every month. The next meeting is on March 29 at the Masonic Hall on Moorindal Street, Tewantin, from 9am to 3pm. Everyone is

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Currimundi Combined Probus

The Probus Club of Currimundi Combined meets on the second Wednesday of the month at the Caloundra Indoor Bowls Club at 55 Burke Street, Golden Beach. The next meeting is on April 9 at 9am. Club activities include board games, golf, tennis, a book club and walking group. The club also holds regular social activities and outings, plus a monthly barbecue breakfast. Visit probuscurrimundi.org or call Glen on 0417 431 440 for more information.

Sunshine Coast Scrabble

Sunshine Coast Scrabble Club meets at Nambour RSL at 1pm every Friday. Games, while competitive, are low key, with an emphasis on enjoying a game in the company of other Scrabble lovers. New players are welcome and are given a gentle introduction with an initial open-book game. For more information, call Trevor on 54457770.

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Responsible pet ownership pop-ups

Our response service officers will be setting up a pop-up marquee in Division 1 to provide information about responsible dog ownership for locals.

Head along and say hello and get information on where you can exercise your dog, cat management, keeping your pets and wildlife safe, registration and microchipping, dog waste #bagitandbinit, barking dog concerns, and our education programs.

Plus, you can pick up some freebies for your dog, or activities for the children.

• Glass House Mountains District Park, Pitt Street, Glass House, Friday, March 21, 7-9am

• Arbour Park, Caloundra West, on Sunday, March 23, 11am-1pm

• Baringa dog off leash area, Eden Drive, Sunday, March 23, 3-5pm.

I also can advise that two dog water bowls are now installed and ready to quench the thirst of all sized dogs at Little Mountain Common.

Nominate your community hero

If a pending cyclonic weather event reminds us of anything, it is the fact that we have a community filled with selfless, thoughtful and hardworking people, willing to give a helping hand when it’s needed, and uniting us at the same time.

Thank you to all those wonderful people who gave up their time and energy to help those in need.

We know our community is filled with people like this, so why not nominate your community hero for a Sunshine Coast Biosphere Community Award? It’s easy!

Let someone know how much you appreciate them by nominating them via sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ communityawards. Nominations close on April 30.

Councillor in the neighbourhood On April 8, we’re heading to Bellvista Marketplace from 8-9.30am, Stockland Baringa from 10.30am-noon, and Nirimba Sports Complex from 12.30-2pm.

I look forward to seeing you out and about.

TIME TO START SHARING YOUR SUNSHINE MOMENTS

When I moved here from Fiji four years ago, I thought I had left the days of dealing with cyclones behind me.

TC Alfred sure made it a stressful week, and a shout-out to emergency services for helping us quickly get back to business once it had passed.

The good news was that our tourism businesses didn’t sustain any notable damage.

The bad news was that many went a week without customers, and our hotels were close to empty.

But it’s not just the impact of the tens-of-thousands of cancellations that is the issue.

To make matters worse, our forward bookings have also dried up, with people worried about booking a holiday to the Sunshine

Coast following all the negative media coverage. We forecast this could translate to a $162million hit to the local economy.

While we can’t make up for the lost bookings, it’s critical that we get the forward bookings flowing again to reduce this impact. It’s a big deal, considering 29,000 local jobs depend on the tourism industry.

Now the sun is shining, we have been shouting from the rooftops that we are open for business.

Our world-class beaches including Mooloolaba are in great shape, which contrasts with what a lot of people had seen on the news in other parts of Queensland.

As there is no better way to show what it’s really like on the Sunshine Coast than through social media, last week we launched a real-time campaign to do just that.

Since then, tourism businesses across the region have united to post time-stamped images across the Sunshine Coast.

Check out the posts on Instagram and Facebook through the hashtag #SunshineCoastForReal and please also share your videos with us to show that the Sunshine Coast remains as fabulous as it’s always been.

Contact Mal – 0408 037 774

Contact Jacqui- 0415 909

Matt Stoeckel, Visit Sunshine Coast CEO

Jenny Broderick, Division 1

BMARRIED LIFE IS JUST BONZA

Ashley Robinson generally feels like he is flying blind in his relationship, but at least he can still make his wife laugh after 40 years together.

eing together with Old Mate since 1983, I would have thought I knew everything about how to be in a successful relationship.

Before my dad died, the year after Old Mate and I got together, he told me how to do it: “Just agree with everything they say. If you think you are right, you probably are, but don’t tell them that and you will be bonza.”

Just like Bonza, the failed airline, I have hit some turbulence over those 42 years. But I have managed to stay somewhat on course, although the past three weeks I nearly ended up like Bonza – wrecked!

The past three weeks, due to circumstances I can’t discuss, we have been spending nearly every waking hour together. What a treat that has been.

I have been a full-on bird butler, which wasn’t going so well until my grandson Ryder got on the payroll. That has probably saved me half a house and he gets a new surfboard. Win-win!

Being together for so long, you’d think I would know where everything is. Well, no. Bird cages have been my biggest challenge. Seeds go exactly here. Fresh food exactly

there. The birds get this nut before they go to bed (I’m not sure who the nut is).

Washing up, apparently, doesn’t self-dry if it still has suds on it. Who would have guessed? I have vacuuming down pat – apart from the fact I do it too quickly. So, I mustn’t be doing as good a job as Old Mate who takes way longer.

Of course, amongst all this happiness and me biting my tongue (thanks to Dear Old Dad), we had a pending cyclone which had added pressure for all and sundry.

Having 29 birds inside the house, sandbags and emergency pot plant storage made for fun times. Did I mention the only thing that outnumbers the birds are pot plants which, apparently, I am in charge of watering when they finally resume their original position. Like me, they are looking a bit under the weather. So I get sent to water all the pot plants with an accusing stare that means “why haven’t you been?”.

But what I tell you next probably sums up what Old Mate has to put up with. She comes out to check on my watering skills and just bursts out laughing: “What are you doing? You know those plants are plastic.”

Dad would be so proud.

IORDINARY TO EXTRAORDINARY

Stephens has secretly harboured a lifelong to be officially recognised for something –anything – in the Guinness World Records.

t is the stuff of children’s dreams: to be the best in the world at something.

Anything would have sufficed – breath holding, cubby staying, soft toy collecting, trampoline jumping – and the ultimate was to make it into the Guinness World Records books.

The 70th annual edition was recently released, meaning more than three generations of dreamers have poured over the details of often ordinary people doing extraordinary things. As a child in the 1970s, my brother and I fought over my family’s hardcover copy. My son wore out the spine of his year book in the 1990s. And now that our grandson is six and can read, the latest edition is his to devour.

We were all transfixed by the tallest and shortest humans, the oldest person, the longest head of hair or biggest benign tumour. Images of the world’s longest fingernails being measured are seared in my memory. And now there is a new crop of record breakers.

Latin music artist Bad Bunny scored his 11th Guinness World Record last year when his album became the most streamed on Spotify ever, beating the efforts of gal favourites Beyonce and Tay-Tay Swift. He

already had the record for most weeks at No.1 in Billboard’s Top Latin American chart at 41 weeks. And he is only 31.

Swedish stuntman Magnus Carlsson was officially recognised this month for two new records: fastest handlebar-mounted wheelie; and the longest distance riding backwards on a motorcycle. Sydney surfer Blake Johnston, 40, broke the record for the longest surf in 2023, catching 700 waves in 40 hours at Cronulla.

Indian lad Lalit Patidar made history for breaking the record for the world’s hairiest face on a man. The 18-year-old has werewolf syndrome and 95 per cent of his face is fuzz covered. Now Melbourne woman Sruthy Saseendran has been officially recognised for setting a record for the most airports identified in 60 seconds by their AITA code (95, if you are curious). The woman, 33, said she was driven by wanting to challenge herself and leave a legacy. She spent hours studying and memorising the world’s 17,000 airport codes after suggesting the new record.

Almost anyone can be world leading, even for something so seemingly ordinary. Don’t we all harbour a life goal to be remembered for being officially amazing?

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

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

Ashley Robinson is chairman of Sunshine Coast Falcons and Sunshine Coast Thunder Netball and a lifetime Sunshine Coast resident.

22 MARCH

MICHAEL FIX & CHRISTINE COLLISTER

Christine Collister and Michael Fix blend Celtic mystique with coastal influences, crafting a rare musical synergy that transcends borders. Christine’s evocative vocals and Michael’s masterful guitar work breathe new life into timeless melodies and original compositions. Their performances captivate audiences, weaving a rich tapestry of sound that lingers long after the final note. With deep roots in European heritage and the Illawarra’s shores, their music transports listeners to places only melody and emotion can reach.

When: Saturday, March 22, 6.30pm-11pm. Where: Club Maleny RSL, 1 Bunya St, Maleny.

Tickets: $39 via, trybooking.com/events/ landing/1317268

on WHAT’S

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

23 MARCH

THE HINDLEY STREET COUNTRY CLUB

After a breakout year in 2024, the Hindley Street Country Club is set to embark on its first national theatre tour in 2025 with an 11-piece band of premium musicians and enhanced production.

When: Sunday, March 23, at 5pm.

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

Tickets: From $103.70, via theeventscentre. com.au/event/the-hindley-streetcountry-club/

4-6 APRIL

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EXPO

Get ready for the ultimate outdoor adventure experience as the Suncoast Outdoor Adventure Expo returns in 2025, bigger and better than ever. This event brings together top exhibitors showcasing the latest in caravans, camper trailers, 4×4 accessories, marine gear and camping essentials. More than just an expo, it’s an immersive adventure for outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Don’t miss your chance to explore, discover and gear up for your next great escape.

When: Friday, April 4, to Sunday, April 6, 8.30am-4pm (5pm Saturday).

Where: Nambour Showgrounds, 80 Coronation Avenue, Nambour. Tickets: More information via suncoastexpo.com.au/

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FRIDAY, MARCH 21

Late for Woodstock, The Presynct, Nambour, 7pm

PLAYHOUSE, Venue 114, Bokarina, 7pm

KT Maree, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Esteban, Alex Surf Club, 4pm

Shane Wilkinson, Caloundra RSL, 3.30pm

Bucker Bros, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm The Overdrive, Cooroy RSL, 6pm.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

Michael Fix & Christine Collister, Maleny RSL, 6.30pm

Mexico City, The Presynct, 7pm

Haystack Mountain Hermits, Coolum Civic, 7pm

Daft Punk Tribute, Kings Beach Tavern, 9pm

PLAYHOUSE, Venue 114, 7pm

Scott Browne, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

Katie Milae, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Alexis, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

Retro Riffs, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm.

SUNDAY, MARCH 23

Adam James, Solbar, Maroochydore, 5.30pm

Haystack Mountain Hermits, Eudlo Hall, 4pm

Sons of Zion, Kings Beach Tavern, 7pm

Tracy Vaughan, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm

David Lee, Alex Surf Club, 1.30pm

Ricky the Rockstar, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm. 21

* All events were correct at time of printing.

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Ingredients

• 3 capsicums

• 2 garlic cloves, crushed

• 3 frozen spinach portions, thawed

• 1 cup brown rice and quinoa, cooked

• 1 cup leftover sweet potato and black bean chilli or any leftover Bolognese

• ¾ cup grated light cheddar cheese

• extra virgin olive oil for cooking.

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 190C.

2. Cut the capsicums in half, removing the seeds. Lay the capsicums on a lined baking tray and drizzle olive oil over them. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. When the edges are beginning to brown, remove them from the oven.

3. In a pan over medium heat, drizzle some olive oil and cook the spinach with the garlic. Stir through the cooked rice, tossing for 2-3 minutes. Add the leftover vegetarian chilli and season to taste.

4. Stuff the capsicums with the bean and rice mix. Sprinkle some cheese over the top and return the capsicums to the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese has melted.

dish.

Mexican Stuffed Capsicums

Serves: 6 | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes

Use your leftover chilli or Bolognese to make these healthy and delicious stuffed capsicums.

This recipe and image are sourced from Seasons IGA. Find stores at Caloundra, Cooroy, Maleny, Maroochydore, Noosa and Yandina. Visit seasonsiga.com.au.

5. Remove the tray from the oven and serve the capsicums warm.

Top tip: Don’t have leftover chilli or Bolognese?

Make up a fresh batch for this recipe or do a double batch next time and freeze half so you have some on hand to make this at home.

Did you know?

Capsicums, or bell peppers, come in a variety of colours, including green, yellow, orange and red, with red being the sweetest and green being the least sweet.

Go nuts for macadamias

Packed with nutrients and boasting delicate flavour, macadamia nuts have been considered a delicacy since they were first discovered growing in the subtropical rainforests of Queensland.

So, how does Nutworks add even more value to one of the world’s finest nuts? Born out of a passion for showcasing the bounty of Sunshine Coast’s macadamia farms, Nutworks knows a thing or two about pairing innovative flavours with super high-quality produce.

Using premium, hand-sorted kernels, the Nutworks Gourmet range blends carefully curated flavours with the creamy goodness of locally grown macadamia nuts.

Think familiar flavours such as Manuka honey or roast salt, and international taste experiences such as maple pancake and wasabi.

Nutworks is a must for anyone who loves delectable homegrown treats – salty, spicy and sweet. The Nutworks’ retail store, located in Yandina, has grown into a muchloved destination for locals and tourists, offering a range of gourmet macadamia nuts, oils, chocolates and more.

It's more than just a store. So, be sure to stroll through the venue, grab a coffee and a macadamia sweet treat, sample products or take the time to uncover the history and health benefits of the nuts.

Visitors will gain a deeper appreciation for the local farming heritage that has shaped Australia’s favourite nut.

A CUP FULL OF CONSERVATION AT MEALTIMES

Did you know Australian households spend between $2000 and $2500 per year on food that gets thrown away?

Find out how to love your leftovers, with some fresh takes for a packed lunch, at an upcoming Budget Bites session.

Join Chloe Abernethy to learn tips to keep food fresh for longer and stretch that grocery budget.

Learn food storage tips that make a positive impact on the planet and

your pockets. Save money with the meal planner template, freezer labels and portion calculator.

The free event is supported by Sunshine Coast Council’s Waste 2 Resource Education team.

Upcoming session are being held on March 21, 22, 25, 27 and 28.

Registration is essential.

Go to library.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au and find ‘Budget bites’ in the What’s On tab.

Sunshine and Sons created its Pineapple Parfait Gin to celebrate The Big Pineapple's 50th anniversary in 2021.

The gin is a love letter to the popular pineapple parfait dessert that made every Sunshine Coast road trip unforgettable. The distillery took the nostalgia of that famous treat and bottled it into a delicious creation with pineapple, passionfruit, strawberry, mango, vanilla and coconut. It’s basically a fruit salad in a glass.

Find Sunshine and Sons at 104 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye, or visit sunshineandsons.com.au.

VAL RETURNS TO WARM WEATHER AND FRIENDSHIPS

Home is where the heart is, but what happens when that home no longer suits your needs? Where does your heart lead you?

Downsizing offers exciting opportunities — such as moving into a modern, low-maintenance home in a beautiful location with likeminded neighbours.

After enduring one-too-many cold Victorian winters, Val Slattery started looking northward for her downsizing move and was especially interested in an over-50s lifestyle resort that had no entry, exit or capital gains fees.

“I’m originally from Melbourne, but I’ve always loved the sunshine,” she says.

“So, I was looking to downsize.

“I went to GemLife Woodend (in Victoria) to get an idea of what a land lease community would be like.”

Val initially made a move to a GemLife resort on the Sunshine Coast, but she returned to Melbourne for a few years to spend time with family before returning to her place in the sun last month.

Now, she is getting settled back in to her ‘endless summer’ routine of daily yoga, swimming in the resort’s pool,and working out in the gym.

“As much as I missed the warm weather and the facilities, the thing that I missed the most down in Melbourne was the friendships I’d made at GemLife,” she says.

“I’ve been very fortunate that the friends I made at GemLife all stayed in touch over the two years I was in Melbourne.”

GemLife has great tree-change and sea-change downsizing locations in Southeast Queensland.

The final stage at GemLife Palmwoods in the Sunshine Coast hinterland is now selling.

Only a few standard and premium Emerald Collection bush outlook homes are remaining.

Also selling is Stage 2 at GemLife Moreton Bay, featuring a range of standard, exclusive lakefront Emerald Collection and custom-designed homes.

To find out more, call 1800 490 705 or visit gemlife.com.au/emeraldcollection/.

Retirement Living Information Session

The smartphone is the one tech tool that we can almost not live without these days.

It connects us with our loved ones via the telephone function, it connects us with the world through the internet, and it entertains us through music, videos and photographs.

Having a hearing loss can sometimes make the connection difficult.

Modern hearing aids have been developed to help. Can you imagine how clear a voice on the telephone could be if you could hear it amplified in both ears at the same time?

How about being able to answer the mobile phone with just a tap on your ear? What about getting GPS instructions to both ears as you drive or walk? How about that talking book coming through clearly and concisely?

These are just a few of the things that modern hearing aids can do these days for a clearer more enjoyable world.

There are several hearing-aid brands that can deliver this technology and at price levels that are affordable – not just in the high-end models.

If you are not connected to the world, you should find out how to be. If you chose the right clinic, the technology is available in the government-funded

hearing aids that pensioners can access. Andrew Paton is a senior rehabilitation specialist at the local and independent hearing clinic Hear4Good at Caloundra and Golden Beach. Call 54770144. The clinic specialises in connected hearing devices. Visit hear4good.com.au.

Experts have found that resistance or muscle-strengthening exercises such as lifting dumbbells or using gym equipment helps cut sleeplessness.

They also found that taking aerobic exercise (such as brisk walking, cycling or swimming) or a mix of exercises (such as aerobic classes, weight training and Pilates) also help tackle insomnia, but are not as effective as weights.

The study, published in the journal Family Medicine And Community Health, told how “sleep quality declines with age”.

“Older people have more significant insomnia than younger people,” the study states.

“Between 30 per cent and 48 per cent of seniors complain of sleepiness while 12-20 per cent have insomnia problems.

“Several studies have linked sleeplessness to metabolic syndrome, hypertension and heart disease, cognitive decline and prostate cancer.”

The results show that, using a standard scale of sleep and sleep quality, strength/resistance exercise is the most effective at cutting insomnia.

The researchers, from the Mahidol University Faculty of Medicine in Bangkok, concluded: “Exercise that strengthens muscles, rather than aerobic or combination exercises, is the most effective way to enhance sleep quality.”

MUSCLE STRENGTHENING ‘HELPS CUT SLEEPLESSNESS’

DEVELOPMENT OF NEW VILLAS CONTINUES AT POPULAR SUNSET PALMS

Aveo’s Sunset Palms Retirement Living at Palmview has fast-tracked the construction of its Stage 4 villas to meet the demand from retirees keen to join the contemporary community.

The 22 architecturally designed villas have just been released to the market. Aveo’s head of development Geoff

Robinson says construction was brought forward, with all homes in Stage 4 to be completed by June.

“This is the second-last stage of development and, on final completion, Sunset Palms will provide 135 villas in the sought-after gated community,’’ he says.

“Aveo’s vision for the development was to create a genuine ‘village’ of premium

two- and three-bedroom villas with attractive streetscapes and a range of resort-style facilities for residents.

“Sunset Palms is a perfect example of modern Sunshine Coast retirement living, featuring thoughtful designs, built with accessibility in mind and in a great location.’’

Sunset Palms is centrally located

between the region’s beaches and picturesque hinterland, with easy access to the highway for travel north or south.

Set within a quiet corner of the master-planned Harmony residential community, Sunset Palms also has access to nearby nature reserves and 60km of pedestrian and cycle paths.

Residents enjoy independent living in their low-maintenance villas with a range of facilities, including the Community Centre, a pool, gym, salon, function room, library, media room, bocce court and communal vegetable gardens.

The open-plan villas are designed for easy living with high ceilings, premium features, clever storage solutions, lock-up garages and grassed backyards. Pets are permitted by prior approval.

To find out more about retirement living, Aveo is hosting a free Retirement Living Information Session at Sunset Palms on Thursday, April 3, from 10am. Retirement industry experts will share insights on downsizing, and costs and contracts associated with retirement living. RSVPs are essential.

Call 13 28 36 or visit aveo.com.au/ info-sessions/.

Sunset Palms is located at 58 Harmony Boulevard, Palmview, with villas priced from $565,000. For more information or to book a tour, visit aveo.com.au.

Advances made in myopia correction

Laser vision correction has continued to evolve, providing safer, more precise and effective solutions for patients, particularly those with myopia.

Among the latest innovations, the Zeiss VisuMax 800 and MEL 90 lasers represent significant advancements in treating not only myopia, but also presbyopia.

The procedure PRESBYOND™ extends the depth of focus by modifying the cornea and allowing for a more natural vision transition for a seamless blend of near, intermediate and distance vision. This reduces dependence on reading glasses and preserves excellent distance vision.

The Zeiss VisuMax 800 reduces overall treatment time while improving precision and patient comfort.

SMILE PRO™ surgery is particularly beneficial for myopic patients with or without astigmatism, offering a ‘flapless’ alternative to LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) that promotes quicker healing and less risk of dry eye.

The future of laser vision correction lies in personalised, high-precision solutions that cater to refractive errors and ageing vision, ensuring patients enjoy clear, natural and long-lasting results.

For more information please visit us at eyehub.net.au/our-expertise/refractivelaser/

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Glue for joints

The parts of a joint replacement need to stick to your bone to function as a unit. If not, there can be pain and a risk of breaking the bone around the joint replacement. How do we ‘stick’ them together? We either cement the replacement parts to the bone, or use “uncemented” parts.

Bone cement is not glue, but like mortar between bricks. This cement flows into and sets within the internal honeycomb structure of bone, anchoring to the bone. Its advantages are that it does not need bone to grow onto it, it can adapt to unusual shapes and can carry antibiotics. It can be more useful in older adults, hip fractures, and infections.

The natural question becomes – how can an uncemented implant be solidly fixed? Uncemented implants have a special surface that bone can grow onto. Your bone needs to be strong enough for the implant to be solidly wedged into it and healthy enough to grow onto it. This creates a living bond that your bone continuously maintains. These are generally chosen for younger, more active individuals for long-lasting implants.

The choice is carefully considered depending on age, bone quality, activity and general health. There are also cost differences and risks associated with both. Neither the cheapest, nor the most expensive may be best for you.

A timely response to urgent problems

Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery staff understand how important it is to receive timely care when you need it most.

That’s why the practice offers swift access to specialist consultations, with waiting times for Category 1 referrals usually within one to two weeks.

The multiple room consulting system ensures that patients can be seen efficiently – streamlining the process and minimising delays.

Staff prioritise providing high-quality, personalised care for urgent cases, making sure you receive the attention and expertise you deserve in a timely manner.

Whether you’re referred by your GP or another healthcare professional, staff aim to make the transition to specialist care as smooth as possible, with minimal waiting time.

This approach is tailored to those who require urgent specialist input, ensuring fast, focused care without compromising on quality.

The team is dedicated to getting you the help you need quickly, and with Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery’s experience and specialised knowledge, you can be confident that you’re in good hands.

If you are referred for a Category 1 consultation, staff are here to ensure you’re seen promptly and receive the best care possible.

Melanoma March fundraising event

Melanoma March is the major fundraising and awareness event for the Melanoma Institute of Australia, supporting its goal of a world where no one dies of melanoma.

That’s why it’s an event close to the hearts of SunLife staff, who are proud to be sponsoring and promoting the event alongside Alex Surf Club this year.

The Melanoma Institute does extraordinary work, including the development of new immunotherapies that have more than doubled survival rates for many advanced melanomas.

The institute also advocates for melanoma awareness and prevention. One current drive is to improve sun safety in sports – a common challenge on the Sunshine Coast.

With the region having some of the highest melanoma rates in the world, our local community has had many people affected by melanoma.

So, this is a great opportunity to reduce its impact into the future.

The event starts at Buhk Family Park (next to Alex Surf Club) at 7.30am on Sunday, March 30.

There’ll be some face painting and a sizzle before a march along the foreshore and back.

You can register to march or donate at sunshinecoast.melanomamarch.org.au.

Across

1 Knighted woman (4)

3 Brush hair, say (4)

6 Departs (5)

10 Orange liqueur (9)

11 Opened wide (5)

12 Church tower (7)

13 High gallery or ledge (7)

14 Egg-shaped (4)

16 Sleeveless jacket (6)

18 Small explosion (3)

21 Tree juice (3)

22 To be disloyal and deceive (6)

23 Japanese mountain (4)

25 First (7)

27 A metabolic state (7)

29 Fibbing (5)

30 Citrus preserve (9)

31 Weary (5)

32 Water rise (4)

33 Egyptian goddess (4)

Down

11 Choices (9)

2 US state (5)

4 Strain (9)

5 Short promotional material (5)

6 Aubergine (8)

7 Unrehearsed (9)

8 Unfortunately (5)

9 Stairs (5)

15 Device used to increase volume (9)

17 Tired (coll) (9)

19 Female religious leader (9)

20 Condensed, diminished (8)

24 Pilfer (5)

25 Tiny island (5)

26 Maximum (5)

28 Graceful birds (5)

HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

The week starts with Mercury and Venus reversing through your sign, which could amp up your impatient side. Relationships look challenging, as loved ones are unpredictable. With the sun and Pluto activating your peer group zones, strive to be more strategic.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

This week’s tricky planetary patterns could unsettle a close relationship, especially if there are trust issues involved. Then Saturday’s fiery new moon activates your adventure zone, so you’re in the mood to organise an overdue holiday.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

With Mercury and Venus both moving backwards, be extra careful how you give and receive information. If in doubt, then don’t hesitate to double-check. Plus avoid starting major ventures or signing important contracts until after April 13.

QUIZ

1. What colour are the bells in Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary’s garden?

2. Who is the Test captain of the England men’s cricket team?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

This week – with Venus (your ruling planet) and Mercury both in retrograde mode – you could feel rather rushed and unsettled. Cool down and calm down, Bulls. Aim to do plenty of physical activity, so you can channel your restless energy in pleasant and ways.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

Mercury and Venus are both reversing through your research and partnership zones, so it’s a good week to investigate something thoroughly (with your Virgo X-ray vision). Read a detective story, uncover a secret or solve a puzzling problem.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19)

When it comes to your domestic life, a dash of disruption may be just what the doctor ordered. So shake things up on the home front as you redecorate. But retrograde Mercury and retrograde Venus caution you to be very clear when you’re communicating with others.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Mercury and Venus are both reversing through your aspirations and career zones, so this week is a suitable time for dreaming, researching and planning. Action (in the form of ambitious work projects and exciting new collaborations) will come later.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

Retro Mercury, retro Venus and the new moon stir up your relationship zone. So a loved one could unsettle you by bringing up a grievance from the past. Is your love-life stuck on autopilot? The planets push you look at things from a fresh angle.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

Venus and Mercury both reverse into your money zone, so you’ll need to be extra careful with financial matters. Avoid making major purchases until after April 13. The weekend new moon is a wonderful time to explore your neighbourhood.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

Mighty Mars has now got plenty of forward momentum in your sign, so you’ll feel compelled to zoom towards your preferred future. But Mercury and Venus are both retrograde, so pace yourself and don’t rush. A confident approach is the best to proceed.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

This week Pluto (your power planet) links up with the sun and retrograde Mercury, plus there’s also a new moon in your wellbeing zone. So step back and take a close look at your diet and fitness levels. Can you introduce healthier food choices?

PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20)

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3. Twins Viola and Sebastian appear in which Shakespeare play?

4. By what more common name is the mandible known?

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7. Which country hosted the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930?

8. What was the birth name of actor Marlon Brando?

9. A Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from World War I lays beneath which Paris monument?

10. In which David Lynch ﬁlm does Naomi Watts (pictured) play an aspiring actress in Los Angeles?

SUPER SCHEME COULD SHAVE YEARS

But expert warns that using superannuation to overcome deposit hurdle will have drawbacks in the long term.

eople saving for their first home could be in their own property years sooner under a proposal to allow Australians to access their superannuation for housing, a study has found.

A report from economists Peter Tulip and Matt Taylor found using super for housing could increase the home ownership rate from 66 to 70 per cent, allowing the median home buyer to purchase a property three years earlier than they would otherwise.

“Letting home buyers access their superannuation would help lots of young families get over the deposit hurdle, which is the biggest obstacle preventing them from home ownership,” Dr Tulip says.

It comes as the coalition would allow for Australians to access up to $50,000 from their super to buy their first home, should they win the next election.

The policy is not without its drawbacks, however.

Superannuation underpins Australians’ financial security in retirement and drawing some down risks long-term savings.

Instead of allowing first home buyers to withdraw money from super to spend on the purchase price of a home, Dr Tulip recommends letting them use their super as security, giving them access to low-deposit loans in exchange for higher repayments.

That would help level the playing field for first home buyers who aren’t able to draw on wealthy parents as guarantors.

The risk of super being seized by lenders is slim, given it would only

occur on the 0.1 per cent of mortgages that result in foreclosure.

Under the coalition’s policy, home buyers who withdraw money from their super will need to return it when the house is sold.

But the capital gain on a home is typically less than what you would get from super.

So, even if the share of capital gain was repaid to the super account, it would still be lower than if it had not been

withdrawn in the first place, Dr Tulip says.

Nevertheless, a lot of people would still consider it worthwhile to have a lower super balance if it meant more security of tenure earlier in life, he says.

“We want to ensure people have a choice, and opening up superannuation for housing will provide them with that clear choice,” coalition home ownership spokesman Andrew Bragg says.

But the policy presents another issue, Dr Tulip says. By increasing spending capacity for first home buyers, demand for housing would increase, driving up prices and exacerbating unaffordability.

The policy would need to be coupled with measures that boosted supply, such as the coalition’s plan to drive new home building by paying for enabling infrastructure, or reduced demand such as removing first home owner grants, which are less effective.

Housing Minister Clare O’Neil says the super for housing scheme would cause house prices to skyrocket, threaten retirement savings and provide little-tono assistance for people most at need, who typically have lower super balances. – AAP.

For those seeking the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity, this vast 317m² (approx.) Penthouse in the iconic Botanica Riverside Residences presents a rare opportunity to live in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most prestigious buildings. Boasting a prized north-east orientation, it offers breathtaking 180-degree uninterrupted panoramic views of the Maroochy River, Cotton Tree, Mount Coolum, and the ocean. Embrace a life of unparalleled luxury! 802/110 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

•Uninterrupted waterfront

•16 apartments/2 per ﬂoor

•Keyless entry throughout

•Award-winning complex

•Lock-up four car garaging

•Heated pool/gym/sauna

Auction: Forthcoming Auction

Inspect: Via prior appointment Kristen New 0417 852 501 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 33.54 1300 400 777 nextpropertygroup.com.au

Osprey Drive, Birtinya

CHEVALLUM, 25 GLENN VISTA PLACE

‘Chateau Immanuel’: Award winning 10 Acre Luxury Estate

Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to present ‘Chateau Immanuel ; a breathtaking acreage oasis that evokes the charm of the Tuscan countryside, the romance of Provence and the grandeur of Baroque design.

Spread across two impressive wings, the meticulously maintained grand home features soaring ceilings, Italian flagstone flooring, French chandeliers and light fittings, Portuguese limestone fireplaces, intricate ceiling roses and endless views across the manicured gardens, lake and lap pool.

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•Winner of ‘Master Builder SC House of the Year’

•Expansive 1,340m2 custom-built home

•10 private, fully fenced acres

•Resort-style 14m x 6.5m pool

•4-bay garage + 10m x 4.5m shed

•Gourmet kitchen with 2 pantries

•Luxury finishes sourced internationally

•Self-contained artist’s studio

Price Guide - Contact Agent

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Melissa Schembri

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Daniel Rees 0456 456 753

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Office Details

‘The Corso’ Shop 1, 6 Sunshine Coast Parade Maroochydore, QLD. 4558

A TOUCH OF EUROPE IN HINTERLAND

Chateau Immanuel is an award-winning, acreage oasis, situated in a tightly held, premier pocket of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. This picturesque four hectare (10 acre) estate feels a world away and yet is so close to good schools, shops, services and beaches. Spread across two wings, the meticulously maintained, grand home features soaring ceilings, Italian flagstone flooring and French chandeliers and light fittings, with endless views across the manicured gardens, lake and lap pool. There is a self-contained artist’s studio, shed, gazebo and pool.

AUCTIONS

Thurs, 20 Mar, 5:30pm

Auctions at Altitude

Cnr First Avenue & South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore

Bidder registra ons from 4:30pm

17 PROPERTIES TO GO UNDER THE HAMMER

Ray White Maroochydore & Ray White Buderim

Please call the agent for details to register for online auctions.

Sat, 22 Mar, 10am

Open from 9:30am

1 Nara Court, Buderim Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

Open from 9:30am

11 Wian Street, Buderim

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029 Zoe Byrne 0409 333 881

Sat, 22 Mar, 11am

Open from 10:30am

1 Mclaren Place, Buderim Leon Russell 0434 212 646

Sat, 22 Mar, 12pm

Open from 11:30am

9 Pavilions Lane, Maroochydore Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

Sat, 22 Mar, 1pm

Open from 12:30pm

17 Oceanic Drive, Warana Adam Budd 0411 808 595

Sat, 22 Mar, 2pm

Open from 1:30pm

3 Akuna Close, Bir nya Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

Tues, 25 Mar, 5pm

Open from 4:30pm

7 Bellbird Court, Wurtulla Steve Turner 0412 679 488

Thurs, 27 Mar, 5pm

Open from 4:30pm

38 Kundart Street, Coes Creek Hayley Anderson 0408 683 883

Thurs, 27 Mar, 5:30pm

5/1 South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

38 Discovery Place, Maroochydore Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

5/42 Toorumbee Drive, Mooloolaba Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188

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

17 Camﬁeld Street 4 bed 4 bath 2 carThurs 20th 1-1:30pm BEERWAH

41 Lake

5 bed 3 bath 3 car Sat 10-10:30am 41

41 Lakeﬁ

Crescent 5 bed 3 bath 3 carTues 25th 5:30-6pm

Crescent 5 bed 3 bath 3 carThurs 27th 5:30-6pm

1743 Eumundi-Kenilworth Road4 bed 2 bathSat 2-2:30pm BIRTINYA

2303/2 Bright Place 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

4 Hagen Place 3 bed 2 bath 3 carCameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

3 Darter Terrace 4 bed 2 bath 2 carCameron Hackenberg 0421 5044 79 11 Birdwing Avenue 5

DIDDILLIBAH

KAWANA

KINGS BEACH

MAROOCHY RIVER

bed 3 bath 2 carNatascha Drexel-Munro 0410 081 970

43 Apps Road 7 bed 3 bath 6 carJohn Bartsch 0407 637 717

MAROOCHYDORE

2/68 Sixth Avenue 2 bed 1 bath 2 car Sat

MOOLOOLABA

Willshire

57 Olsens Road, Ilkley

• Three Spacious Bedrooms

• Garden Room

• Outdoor Entertaining

• Beautiful Gardens & Fire Pit Area

53 Lancelin Place, Maroochydore

• Prime Location in Sunshine Cove

• Modern Design

• Outdoor Retreat

• Overlooking Tranquil Canal

89 Alfriston Drive, Buderim

• Prime Location

• Ample Space For Family Living

• Renovation Potential

• Solid Structure – Generous Block

16 Placid Place, Buderim

• Immaculately Presented

• Well-Appointed Family Kitchen

• Integrates Beautifully Into The Surrounding Bush

Unit 8/4 Bennett Street, Moffat Beach

The unit offers a generous open plan living area with ample natural light that ﬂows onto the large front balcony, where you will enjoy hours of relaxing, entertaining and alfresco dining while watching the surfers and ships idle by.

• Beautiful modern three-bedroom apartment in a world-class landmark position on the Moffat Headland

• Open plan living with large front balcony with beautiful ocean views

• Secure car park for two cars, side by side, with remote garage door and lift access to the unit

2/5 Jean Street, Dicky Beach

Do not miss this rare opportunity to secure a newly constructed duplex townhouse just 450 metres* from the so sands of Dicky Beach.

• Beau ful N/E facing three-bedroom with study and private sparkling in-ground pool

• Easterly ocean views over Dicky Beach

• Generous ﬂoor plan with over 278m2* of living area across two levels

• If loca on and lifestyle are important to you, then do not let this amazing opportunity pass you by – mo vated seller requires a sale at auc on

WHY WAIT?

Ray White Caloundra | 07 5491 5055

Auc on In Rooms Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 19 West Terrace, Caloundra Thurs, 27 Mar at 11am View Fri & Sat 12-12:30pm

AUCTION 3 1 1

59

Grigor Street, Moffat Beach

Act quickly and inspect this beau fully presented lowset three-bedroom brick and le home, moments from the heart of the ac on at Moﬀat Beach.

• Northerly aspect for soaking in the winter sun and capturing the cooling breezes of summer

• Secure and private home on a level 405m2*

• Located in a quiet, established neighbourhood and with nothing to do but move in

• To be sold at Auc on

WHY WAIT?

Ray White Caloundra | 07 5491 5055

Auc on In Rooms

Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 19 West Terrace, Caloundra Thurs, 27 Mar at 11am View Fri & Sat 2-2:30pm

9 Buderim Street, Currimundi

First time to market in over 55 years

Rarely does a property of this calibre, so close to the beach, come to market! Just four rooftops from the pristine coastline, with no roads to cross, this bespoke residence, crafted by local builder Ken Mackenzie in 2010, offers an unmatched lifestyle.

Whether you’re seeking a forever family residence, a luxurious coastal retreat or holiday let investment; this dual living sanctuary delivers versatility and privacy all whilst being low maintenance.

Offering exceptional flexibility, the home features dual master suites on each level both with walk-in robes and luxurious ensuites; the upper-level master includes ocean glimpses and balcony access with year-round sea breezes. Contact Amy for a private viewing today!

53.55

ROOM FOR A FAMILY TO GROW

This four-bedroom property sits on a large 607sqm block in a popular street that has been well cared for by the same family for 41 years. The home features four generous bedrooms, including a master with an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, plus a second bathroom with a separate toilet. The well set-out floor plan includes large dual-living and dining spaces that connect to a practical kitchen. Outside, a private entertaining area is surrounded by well-maintained gardens, with plenty of room for a pool. The spacious double garage, with remote access, offers additional storage and easy through access to the backyard. This property is a short distance from Mooloolaba Beach and The Wharf precinct.

COPPABELLA CRESCENT, MOOLOOLABA

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Auction on site Saturday, March 22, at 10am

Define Property 5478 2477

Jordan Barden 0422 990 824

POSSIBLE INCOME STREAMS

Highly motivated owners need this unique Sunshine Cove property sold on or before auction day. The four-bedroom home and 60sqm commercial space lies in a prime location with premium exposure. This is an opportunity to run your own home business or benefit from a dual or single rental income stream. Both the home and office spaces are modern and well maintained, with no immediate money needing to be spent, and the building is under one title with the possibility of future separation, subject to council approval. Within walking distance of Sunshine Plaza, schools, the CBD, parks, public transport and waterfront pedestrian walkways around Sunshine Cove, the convenience is exceptional.

11 FLINDERS LANE, MAROOCHYDORE

4 bed, 2.5 bath, 3 car

Auction on site Thursday, April 3, at 5pm

Property Today 5444 2222

Nige Baker 0409 511 622

Ian Baker 0409 570 231

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6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (PG) 10.50 Bargain Hunt. 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.45 Inspector George Gently. (M) 10.45 Air Crash Investigations. (PG) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG) 8.45 Lewis. (M) 10.45 Law & Order: UK. (M) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6pm Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (M) 9.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. (PG) 10.30 Engineering Disasters.

6pm Border Security: Int. (PG) 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Kingsman: The Secret Service. (2014) (MA15+) Taron Egerton, Colin Firth. 11.10 MOVIE The Dark Tower. (2017) (M)

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG) 9.00 Adventure Gold Diggers. (PG) 10.00 Tougher In Alaska. (PG) 11.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion.

6pm American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.00 Outback Truckers. (PG) 10.00 Railroad Australia. (PG) 11.00 Deadliest Roads. 12am American Resto. 12.30 Storage Wars.

6pm American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 The Force: BTL. (PG) 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M) 10.30 World’s Scariest Police Chases.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 11.30 Father Brown. (M) 6pm Football. AFL. Round3. Essendon v Port Adelaide. 9.30 AFL Post-Game. 10.00 Kick Ons. 10.30 MOVIE Billy Madison. (1995) (M) Adam Sandler. 12.30am American Pickers. (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb. (2014) (PG) Ben Stiller, Robin Williams. 9.30 MOVIE Six Days, Seven Nights. (1998) (M) 11.30 Young Sheldon. (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Aquaman. (2018) (M) Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe. 10.20 MOVIE Fast & Furious 6. (2013) (M) Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson.

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE In Time. (2011) (M) Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried. 10.40 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.40 The O.C. (M)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Riddick. (2013) (MA15+) Vin Diesel, Karl Urban, Katee Sackhoff. 11.00 Seinfeld. (PG)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Rush Hour 3. (2007) (M) Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker. 10.20 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.20 The O.C. (M)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Survivor 48. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991) (PG) Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, Joss Ackland. 11.00 Mr Mayor. (PG)

8.30pm Super Rugby 8.45 MOVIE Rocky IV. (1985) (PG) 10.45 MOVIE The Mechanic. (1972) (M)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 11.10 Blue Bloods. (M) 6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Ridiculousness. (PG)

4pm MOVIE Taras Bulba. (1962) (PG) 6.30pm M*A*S*H. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE London Has Fallen. (2016) (MA15+) Gerard Butler, Aaron Eckhart. 10.30 The Closer. (M) 11.30 Dad’s Army.

5.20pm Your Garden Made Perfect. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 Mrs Sidhu Investigates. (M) 10.40 Grantchester. (M) 11.50

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. (M) 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (M) 9.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (PG)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Yes Minister. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.40 The Closer. (M) 11.40 See No Evil. (M)

6.30pm Rugby League. NRL. Round4. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Penrith Panthers. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 A+E After Dark. 10.30 My Feet Are Killing Me.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 Matlock. (PG) 8.30 NCIS. (M) 11.15 SEAL Team. (MA15+)

6pm Friends. (PG) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Frasier. (PG) 11.00 Ridiculousness. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 Fire Country. (M) 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (MA15+) 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.20 Fire Country. (PG) 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 Elsbeth. (M) 8.30 NCIS. (M) 10.30 The Weekly Kick-Off. 11.00 Fire Country. (M) 11.55 Jake And The Fatman. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 9.25 Blue Bloods. (M) 10.20 Fire Country. (PG) 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. (PG)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 Big Bang. (M) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG)

6pm Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG)

6pm Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. (PG) 8.30 Big Bang. (M) 9.00 Big Bang. (PG) 9.30 Becker. (PG) 10.00 Frasier. (PG) 11.00 Rules Of Engagement. 2103

I go away, you score. I come back and zip.

On the flip side, I am very good luck for fresh snow.

What’s a surfer to do ?

Travel, peeps, travel.

The crew is heading to the Maldives, Mentawais, Sri Lanka, Bali and Rote Island. And me? North Sumatra. It takes 48 hours from door to door, so the crowd size is always small but the waves are world class.

Hero surf makes everyone look good!

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