My Weekly Preview Issue 902. March 19, 2026

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Stage III of the Lancelin Precinct is our final, freehold residential land release. All allotments are titled and ready to build on immediately, all you need to do is choose your block. Come visit our new sales office at 46 Discovery Place and see our amazing views for yourself.

Sales office open Monday to Friday. To make an appointment please call 5443 2766. Average Waterfront $995,000. Average Dry/Park $700,000. Prices are subject to availability and are subject to change without notice.

While Ingrid Nelson is living it up on a well-deserved break in Fiji, I’ve been entrusted with the keys to My Weekly Preview for the next fortnight.

Don’t panic, though – our Irish-Aussie queen of the magazine will be back in the editor’s chair before you know it.

In this week’s edition, we’re getting our hearts and our wallets ready for Wishlist Giving Day. Since 1998, with the incredible support of our community, Wishlist has directed more than $25million into local healthcare. March 26 is the one day of the year when donations are doubled, thanks to generous corporate matchers.

Whether you’re a business, health worker, school or just someone who wants to help, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

Also in the magazine, you’ll find the latest local news, our guide to what’s happening across the Coast, and our 55+ Retirement feature to keep you inspired. Plus, one family is searching for a nurse who helped save their newborn’s life. Can we find them?

PS, I’m only minding the editor’s chair, so if anything’s wrong in this week’s edition, don’t dob me in. Thanks for supporting local journalism. Abbey Cannan, acannan@myweeklypreview.com.au

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The developer behind a controversial 150-site tourist park that was given the green light earlier this year has applied to alter the conditions of its approval.

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Noosa Olympic legend’s namesake ferry retires –A vessel named after Olympic legend and Noosa resident Dawn Fraser has made its final journey.

“Instead, Lady Elliot Island’s birds had genetic diversity just as high as the much larger colonies at Ashmore Reef in Western Australia and Raine Island in Far North Queensland.

“This suggests some birds from this little colony may be travelling extraordinary distances –thousands of kilometres – to mate with other populations, while birds from these big colonies are also occasionally making the move to this quiet little island to raise their chicks.”

She says the findings are encouraging for seabird conservation across Australia.

TINY BIRD COLONY WINGS IT TO FIND A MATE

UniSC testing shows seabirds on Lady Elliot Island are flying extraordinary distances to improve their gene pool.

Testing by the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) has revealed that a tiny colony of birds maintains healthy genetic diversity by travelling vast distances to find a mate.

Lady Elliot Island, at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, is home to Australia’s newest and smallest colony of red-tailed tropicbirds. The colony formed in the 1980s after early revegetation efforts began to restore habitat damaged by historical guano mining.

But convincing others to join their island life over the decades has proven difficult. Today, it still only boasts about six-to-10 breeding pairs.

With so few residents and strong nest-site loyalty, researchers suspected the birds might be at risk of inbreeding.

UniSC animal ecologist Associate Professor Dominique Potvin says her team was surprised to find the opposite.

“We expected some genetic challenges in such a small, isolated colony,” Dr Potvin says.

“The Indian Ocean subspecies that breeds off northwestern Australia is listed as ‘Vulnerable’. Knowing that these birds actually choose to move between distant colonies and maintain genetic diversity gives us a stronger foundation for protecting these populations.”

Dr Potvin says the Lady Elliot Island colony is also a powerful example of what habitat restoration can achieve.

“Restoring this island’s vegetation opened the door for seabirds to return after decades of degradation. To now see a thriving, genetically healthy colony shows the long-term value of that work,” she says.

The work is part of the broader Leaf to Reef initiative: an integrative program researching the biodiversity and unique ecosystem of Lady Elliot Island and its connection and importance for the wider Great Barrier Reef. The Reef Trust Partnership between the Australian government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, the Queensland government, Lendlease and the Fitzgerald Family Foundation provided funding.

FLYING INTO A NEW ERA

A Sunshine Coast-based aviation company that has a fleet of more than 50 helicopters is preparing to launch a manufacturing plan for a “tried and proven” aircraft series.

McDermott Aviation is using the Verticon 2026 conference in Atlanta to introduce the global aviation industry to its roll-out of a manufacturer-backed program for the McDermott 214ST helicopter platform. Already recognised as the world’s largest operator of the Bell 214 Series helicopters, the company is preparing to position itself as the manufacturer and global supplier of the 214ST platform, supported by its ownership of the aircraft’s Type Certificate.

The move represents a significant evolution for McDermott Aviation, which has spent decades operating, maintaining and engineering the aircraft in demanding environments, including aerial firefighting, heavy-lift logistics and disaster response.

Founder and president John McDermott says the program marks the rebirth of a proven aircraft platform, backed by decades of operational knowledge.

McDermott Aviation was established in 1982 and is Australia’s largest privately owned helicopter operator.

A red-tailed tropicbird. Picture UniSC. Inset: UniSC animal ecologist Associate Professor Dominique Potvin

IMAGE: THE COMMS.

John McDermott

Delivering generational infrastructure like The Wave

•Delivering a new TAFE in Caloundra

•Protecting Mudjimba Island Reef

Delivering for Queensland

•Delivering the Nambour Police Beat

•Delivering long-term protection for the Pumicestone Passage

•Upgrading Diddillibah Road and Nambour Connection Road intersection

•Delivering a new connection to the Sunshine Motorway at West Coolum Road

As well as delivering generational infrastructure like The Wave, here are some of the ways the new Queensland Government is delivering for the Sunshine Coast:

•Delivering the Congestion Busting Plan for Caloundra Road

•Delivering the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade for 2032 and beyond

•Upgrading Mooloolah River Interchange

•50c fares made permanent

•Delivering lighting for sporting clubs

•Delivering mental health support with endED short-term accommodation in Woombye.

Find out what else we’re delivering for you.

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7,400,000

Australia has about 7.4 million dogs, as of 2026.

The average shoe size for men in Australia is 8-9.

Crepuscular

Of, relating to or resembling twilight. It is used in zoological contexts to describe creatures that are active during twilight, or the activities of those creatures.

Standing toe to toe

1.

Which country has the lowest population density?

Trading in size

The big toe plays a key role in balance and walking, bearing most of the body’s weight during each step. Unlike fingers, toes have fewer muscles and rely on tendons from the foot to move. The smallest toe, the pinky, is often weaker and less mobile, and its shape and length vary widely between individuals.

2.

Who was the first coach of the Brisbane Broncos?

3.

Beehives, ducktails and moptops are all types of what?

800,000,000 8-9

Nike produces about 800 million pairs of shoes annually.

In the 14th century, the Kingdom of Majapahit in Southeast Asia (based in present-day Indonesia) maintained one of the largest fleets in the world, with hundreds of large jongs (wooden trading ships) capable of carrying armies and cargo across the Indian Ocean. These ships were so robust that European explorers later remarked that they were larger and sturdier than many Western vessels of the era, reshaping early naval trade dynamics.

Nutty quirk

Peanuts are not technically nuts. Botanically, they are legumes, meaning they grow underground in pods like beans and lentils. After fertilisation, the peanut flower stalk bends downward and pushes the developing pod into the soil, where the peanuts mature beneath the surface. This unusual growth process is called geocarpy and is rare among food crops.

4.

Which country has the most number of time zones?

5.

What year did The Big Pineapple open in Woombye?

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WISHLIST AMBASSADORS GRATEFUL FOR CARE

Coast parents relive the night their baby girl was born, and their role in Giving Day for the local hospital charity that they agree is ‘something really good to come out of a bad situation’. WORDS: Richard O’Leary.

It was just after 11pm on a cold April night last year when 29 weekspregnant Chelsea Hayes felt pain shoot through her body.

It was the second scare that day. She and husband Brenten had already been to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital after similar pain in the morning.

Brenten pulled out of the driveway, ready for another 30-minute drive, worried about his wife and soon-to-beborn baby.

“We made it six kilometres down the road from our house,” Chelsea says, “and I told Brenten: ‘I’ve got to get out the car. Got to get out the car now’.”

“He pulled over to the service station on Glass House. I got out of the car, and I was like, ‘Oh no, we’re fine’ and got back in the car and told him to get back in as well. By the time he walked from the passenger side to the driver’s side, I was out of the car again, and by the time he got around to me, Amara was delivered.

“The only reason we know what time she was born is the call to Triple Zero was made at 11.20pm. Brenten was literally dialling the number as she was born.”

The night was not over.

“Amara was born in her sac, so I had to rupture it,” Chelsea says. “Coincidentally, I had redone my neonatal, basic life support at work not even two weeks before (Chelsea works in healthcare). I just went straight into work mode and cleared the airways.”

The ambos were on the

way – but it would still be 20 minutes before they arrived.

“We just kept her stimulated and watched her colour, not letting her doze off. Anytime she dozed off, we’d stimulate her to keep her with us,” Chelsea says.

“We tried to keep her warm as much as we could.

“Because Brenten’s a painter, we had brand-new microfibre rags. So, we grabbed as many of them as we had in the car and wrapped her up. My clothes were wrapped around her as well. I was pretty much in nothing, and Brenten had almost nothing on – and it was freezing cold.

“We were lucky that she was warm, but not too warm, because it actually prevented her having a massive bleed on her brain. She was still attached to the umbilical cord and the placenta, which also kept her alive.

“I sent Brenten to the servo, covered in blood, to get towels. I think the poor girls in the servo thought he’d murdered someone”

“I sent Brenten to the servo, covered in blood, to get towels. I think the poor girls in the servo thought he’d murdered someone. He came out with a jumper, and he was keeping me warm because I was bleeding out on the side of the road after a placental abruption.”

The ambos arrived, lifting Chelsea on to a stretcher and allowing Brenten to cut the umbilical cord. They wrapped his newborn daughter in a plastic bag to keep her warm.

“It was the fastest trip from the Glass House Mountains to SCUH that I’ve ever had,” Chelsea says.

“It was about 10 minutes.”

In that time, Amara was given two intraosseous needles in her shins to gain emergency access and deliver adrenaline into bone marrow to provide critical resuscitation.

It was the end of one journey and the beginning of another.

Hospital staff put identity bands on, and mother and daughter were sent in

Chelsea Hayes, husband Brenten and daughter Amara Image: Sheree McArthur

different directions: Amara to neonatal to be stabilised and Chelsea to theatre to give birth to the placenta.

That left Brenten to run between the two wards.

The family was reunited later in the day, but neither parent could hold their baby for another week as she was too delicate.

It would be another eight weeks before Amara left the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit after undergoing numerous medical procedures to build up her strength so she could go home.

The miracle baby from Beerburrum is now approaching her first birthday and all her health tests are looking good.

There are never enough hours in the day when you are looking after a baby approaching her first birthday, but Chelsea and Brenten didn’t hesitate when asked to be this year’s ambassadors for Wishlist Giving Day which will raise funds to buy vital equipment for the Neonatal Unit.

“We got very close to the team at the Neonatal Unit,” Chelsea says.

“They went above and beyond for us.

“And for two nights, we used the Wishlist rooms in the Neonatal Unit, so we roomed without any medical support. It was nice to be able to use those rooms and be a family.

“They’re a phenomenal bunch of people that really cared. They don’t just look after the baby: they look after the family.”

Wishlist Giving Day is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the local hospital charity.

Fast facts

• Wishlist is a local hospital charity, supporting Nambour, Caloundra, Maleny, Gympie and Sunshine Coast University hospitals.

• Since 1998, with community support, Wishlist has directed more than $25 million into local healthcare.

• Wishlist Giving Day on March 26 is the one day of the year when donations are doubled, thanks to generous corporate matchers.

• Whether you’re a business, health staff, school or individual, there’s plenty of ways to get involved. Visit wishlist.org.au.

Brenten says it’s nice to be ambassadors.

“It’s quite out of our wheelhouse,” he says.

Donations are doubled on the day of the event, due to generous business matchers.

On March 26, the Sunshine Coast will have 12 hours of non-stop fun with the Sunshine Coast University, Nambour, Caloundra and Maleny hospitals all to host fundraiser events.

The proceeds will go towards a vital paediatric cardiology ultrasound and non-invasive CO2 monitoring machine that will help tiny hearts be cared for right here on the Coast.

The ultrasound will save hundreds of Sunshine Coast babies from having to travel to Brisbane for treatment, and two non-invasive CO2 monitoring machines will mean most babies won’t have to have needles for blood tests.

SCUH director of neonatology Dr Lizelle Weber says the equipment will keep critically ill newborn babies close to their families.

“The big reason we’re after this cardiology ultrasound is that we have about 1200 children who travel from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane yearly for the cardiac investigations and follow up,” Dr Weber says.

“We’re normally just quiet people. It’s a chance for us to do something good. It’s something really good to come out of a bad situation.

“I guess it’s you don’t realise it can happen to you. It’s scary but humbling. We’d already been through a lot together as a couple, but it’s definitely solidified it.”

Chelsea agreed.

“It definitely did – made us a family,” she says.

“The long-term aim with getting this piece of equipment is standing up a service for those kids to be seen locally.

“The paediatric cardiac echo machine is an ultrasound that we can use, not only for cardiac investigations in children, but also for other ultrasound other investigations on our wards, like cranial ultrasounds.”

Dr Lizelle Weber

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Lewis Fodor, Brad Delamotte, Zoe Raymond, Lyn Navin, Linda Delamotte

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Great Sandy National Park. Mayor Frank Wilkie says protecting the land will safeguard vital habitat for several endangered species, including koalas, greater gliders and powerful owls.

“This landscape links important habitat areas and supports threatened species,” Cr Wilkie says.

“Securing it ensures long-term protection and creates opportunities for strategic restoration.”

Large areas of the property are well suited for biodiversity restoration, carbon sequestration and potential offsets for future infrastructure projects, including the Beckmans Road duplication.

LARGE LAND PARCEL SECURED FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Council

secured a 121ha Kin Kin property for permanent conservation, using funds from the Environment Levy.

The land parcel sits within a key wildlife corridor on the Cootharaba Range, connecting the Woondum Plateau to the Cooloola section of the

The site – the council’s latest purchase through the Environment Levy – also adjoins the Noosa Trail Network.

This connection offers opportunities for future trail upgrades and enhanced nature-based recreation, supporting the council’s sustainable tourism goals.

“The land parcel borders three Land for Wildlife properties and has a 530m frontage to the Noosa Trail Network along Simpsons Road,” Cr Wilkie says.

The council has begun initial works on the property, including establishing fire trails, weed control and conducting detailed ecological assessments to guide long-term restoration and management.

HOCKEY CLUB CELEBRATES PROUD 50-YEAR HISTORY

One of the Sunshine Coast’s oldest hockey clubs has announced its top women’s and men’s teams from the past 50 years as part of celebrations marking its golden anniversary milestone.

Maroochydore Hockey Club president and senior women’s coach Jacque Warren says the achievement is a proud moment for the club and its community.

“We have such a rich history competing in the local competition,” she says.

“It’s been a real challenge picking the best men and women’s teams over the past five decades, especially as we have had many of our players go on to play at state level, while Ashlea Wallis (nee Fey) was a silver medallist at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

“Ashlea is now back at the club playing and coaching juniors which says a lot about her and the culture we have fostered over the past 50 years.

“At our club, we often say ‘hockey is family’ and we are very much a club that has had several generations who have represented the club.”

Jacque says the club’s strong culture is reflected in her own family’s involvement.

“From a personal level, my mother Leona Lavery played for the club a year

Rosies – Friends on the Street has welcomed a new partnership with Her Trading Lounge.

Founder and Woombye local Mel Read has committed $65,000 to support people experiencing homelessness and hardship on the Sunshine Coast. The funding will support Rosies’ Caloundra outreach

after it was formed in 1977 and I’ve been a player as well as a coach and my daughter also plays for the club,” she says.

The club fields teams in every grade, with more than 100 senior men and women playing at Ballinger Park Sports Complex from Friday night through to Sunday evening. Both Division 1 teams made last year’s grand finals, with the men’s side taking the title.

Jacque says junior participation remains a priority, with Dwyer Quality Homes sponsoring the Hookin2Hockey program for children, aged five to 10.

FUNDING PARTNERSHIP HELPS EXTEND A HELPING HAND TO THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS

services, providing essential supplies and practical assistance.

Mel says the support is about giving back locally.

“I’ve always believed strong communities are built when people look out for one another,” she says.

Rosies CEO Jayne Shallcross has

welcomed the local partnership.

“We are so grateful for Mel and the community she has built at Her Trading Lounge,” Ms Shallcross says.

“Their commitment enables our volunteers to be a reliable and consistent presence for people in need in Caloundra.”

A snapshot of the 121ha Kin Kin property Noosa Council has secured for permanent conservation

Noosa

has

Club president and coach Jacque Warren with new club sponsor Alex Dwyer

Mel Read and Carolyn Wilson

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NEW TOWN CENTRE TO BE HEART OF COMMUNITY

A retail, dining and entertainment precinct on the Coast is set to boost economic growth while providing more convenience for residents.

Construction has begun on the Aura Town Centre: a major new retail, dining and entertainment precinct within Stockland’s largest master-planned community on the Sunshine Coast.

The first stage of the centre will span about 16,300sqm and include a Woolworths and an Aldi supermarket, two mini-major retailers and 55 specialty stores and kiosks.

Designed as a convenient hub for everyday essentials and services, the Town Centre will be located within easy walking, driving or riding distance for Aura residents and the wider region. Beyond serving the community, the development is expected to support economic growth across the Coast, which is emerging as one of Queensland’s strongest markets.

The main trade area of the Town

Centre is forecast to approach 74,000 people by 2028.

To mark the milestone, Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Minister for Industrial Relations Jarrod Bleijie joined Stockland representatives and the local community to officially break ground.

Stockland executive general manager, Town Centres, Marco Ettorre says the project represents a significant step forward for the company and community.

“Today marks an important milestone for both our retail business and the Aura community, with construction now underway on the new Aura Town Centre,” he says.

“We’re creating the heart for a growing community, with the Town Centre underpinning the 100ha Aura City Centre and bringing together parklands, open space, retail, dining and entertainment.”

Member for Caloundra Kendall Morton says the development will help ensure infrastructure, services and jobs keep pace with the region’s growth.

Developed, owned and managed by Stockland, the centre is being built by FDC Construction & Fitout and is expected to open late next year.

A Buderim couple has created a co-working space designed to support parents balancing business and family life.

Nook Collective was founded by husband-and-wife team Sara and Tim Reyes, parents to Mila and Levi.

“My husband Tim and I both run businesses and, like many families, we often found ourselves trying to juggle work while also caring for our young children,” Sara says.

“So, we created Nook, a co-working space designed with parents in mind, where children can play in our supervised kids’ space while parents remain on site working.”

Sara says the response had been “incredible”, with business owners, creatives and remote workers joining the growing community.

Visit nookcollective.com.au.

Tim & Sara

Yandina welcomes Cowboy Rock

Yandina Country Music welcomes Cowboy Rock to its March 29 concert at the Hall of Fame in 24 Steggalls Road. Doors open at 10am, with the show starting at 11am. Enjoy local artists, a house band, raffle and door prizes. BYO lunch. Free tea and coffee are provided. Adult entry is $15 ($10 members).

Model train

day

All aboard for the Caloundra and District Model Railway Club’s first sale and display day for 2026 on March 21 at the indoor bowls club at 55 Burke Street, Golden Beach. Open 10am–2pm, the event features model rail layouts, sales tables, a children’s self-drive Thomas the Tank layout, dining car and sausage sizzle. Bring unwanted railway items for advice or donation. Entry

is $5 for adults, with children under 16 free. For more details, visit caloundramrc.com. au.

Woodcrafters celebrate 30 years

The Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild celebrates 30 years of woodwork in Montville with its Open Day Sales Weekend on May 2-3 at Montville Sportsground. Timber slabs and members’ handmade items will be for sale, with demonstrations both days. A raffle with four prizes will be drawn. Entry and parking are free, and signs will guide visitors to the venue. For more details, visit blackallrangewoodies.org.au.

Harmony Week events

Harmony Week will be celebrated across the Sunshine Coast from March 16-22, highlighting cultural diversity and community connection. This year’s theme: ‘Everyone Belongs on the Sunshine Coast’ features activities including cultural workshops, storytelling, music, art, food experiences and sport. Events include Sahaja Yoga Meditation, Many Cultures One Table and the MultiCulti Soccer Cup. Residents are encouraged to take part. For more details, visit sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au/harmonyweek.

Stamp club gathering

Caloundra Stamp Club meets on the fourth

Thursday of each month. Trade through club exchange books, browse a bargain table, and enjoy a mini auction, raffle and stamp of the month competition. The next meeting is March 26 at 12.30pm at Bellvista Meeting Place at 18 Lomond Crescent, Bellvista. New members and visitors are welcome. Call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

Birthing kit pack

Zonta Caloundra City and Alex Surf Club will host a birthing kit packing day on May 2 from 9.30am at Alex Surf Club at 167 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland. Part of a national effort to assemble 20,000 kits, the initiative supports safer births in underdeveloped countries. Each biodegradable kit includes essential items for a clean delivery. Donations of $5 per kit are welcome. Visit bkfa.org.au or email zontacaloundra@gmail.com.

Himalaya trek fundraiser

Twenty-five Sunshine Coast residents are preparing to trek the Himalayas to raise funds for Parkinson’s disease research through Shake It Up. They form part of a group of 35 trekkers departing for Nepal on April 18, with a goal of raising $50,000. Participants can choose from Everest Base Camp, Langtang Circuit or Annapurna Base Camp treks. Visit

shakeitup.org.au or trekreadyhimalayas.com. Students win music prize

Siena Catholic College at Sippy Downs is celebrating after student rock band

The Spice Boyz won the Harwyn Rocking the Nation 2025 Grand Final at Monash University’s Alexander Theatre in Melbourne. The band received $25,000 in professional music equipment, while the college secured a $100,000 Harwyn Music Pod: a soundproof rehearsal and performance space now installed on campus. The contest brings together high school musicians from across Australia.

Seniors’ social morning

Kawana Senior Citizens Club meets every Thursday from 9.30am-12.30pm at Kawana Community Hall in Nanyima Street, next to Kawana Library. Seniors aged 50 and over are invited to enjoy fun, friendship and an hour of musical entertainment, followed by morning tea and a chat. Hoy and bingo are played with prizes and lucky door draws. Membership is $10 per year, with $10 entry per visit. Call Carolyn on 0412 364 084 or Selima on 0429 161 459.

Cr Tim Burns Division 3

How we care for the lake together

Join in on March 29 from 9am-noon at Cliff Hargreaves Park for a relaxed and hands-on morning learning how Lake Currimundi works and how we can all play a part in looking after this special place.

There’ll be fun activities for all ages and plenty of chances to ask questions and chat with the expert team.

Kawana Forest River Trail closure Unitywater will begin essential works in Kawana Forest from late March to late July.

This will require a temporary closure of the river trail for up to four months.

Signage will be installed at all forest access points.

Help score a new indoor sports centre Did you know that our indoor courts across the region are packed out and many locals are missing out?

Sunshine Coast Council is calling on

the Australian and Queensland governments to support a modern, accessible 12-court indoor sports centre for the Sunshine Coast.

Our growing community needs space to play, train and compete.

Sign the petition at sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au/indoorsports.

Harmony Week festivities

Celebrate Harmony Week, from March 16-22, on the Sunshine Coast with events showcasing culture, creativity and connection.

Enjoy shared meals, music, movement, workshops, sport and cultural experiences that bring our community together.

Later events include Who Are We? (March 24) and the Table Tennis Business Challenge (March 27).

Search for ‘harmonyweek’ on events.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. How to reach me

A friendly reminder that you can sign up for the Division 3 newsletter at our.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ subscribeDIV3 or catch-up with me in person every second Tuesday of the month from 8.30am at various locations. On socials, follow @Cr Tim Burns for details, and contact my office at division3@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or call 5420 8978.

BETTER HEALTHCARE, DELIVERED CLOSER TO HOME

Wishlist is a charity that belongs to all of us.

Every person in our community –and right across the Sunshine Coast region – at some point will have their life touched by the public health system.

It may be at a moment of great joy, welcoming a new life into the world.

It may be during times of deep sadness, as families gather to say goodbye to loved ones.

More often, it will be in the many moments in between, supporting our physical and mental health as life unfolds.

As one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions, the Coast is experiencing rapid population growth.

With that growth comes increasing demand on our public health services.

Hospitals, clinicians and care teams

are working harder than ever to meet the needs of a diverse and expanding community, and this is where Wishlist plays a vital role.

Every day, Wishlist helps provide vital equipment, resources and support so our local health services can continue to deliver exceptional care.

These are the things that make a real difference at the bedside: advanced medical technology, enhanced patient environments, and programs that support patients and the clinicians who care for them.

Just as importantly, Wishlist represents the strength and compassion of its community.

It offers reassurance to families when the unexpected happens.

It ensures that when you, a family member or a friend need care, the best possible support is available right here on the Coast – delivered by skilled professionals with the equipment they need to do their jobs.

Supporting Wishlist is about more than fundraising.

It’s an investment in better healthcare every day, close to home.

And stronger healthcare builds stronger communities. Together, we make that possible.

Brendan Hogan Wishlist CEO

Sunshine Butterflies is set to welcome the community to its 6ha space in Cooroibah to celebrate the official opening of its new Self-Guided Accessible Pathway.

The Community Open Day will be held on Wednesday, April 1, from 9.30am-12.30pm.

The pathway will be officially opened at 10am by Noosa MP Sandy Bolton and the family of Jesse Baird.

Sunshine Butterflies founder and CEO Leanne Walsh says the event is an opportunity to welcome the wider community.

“Our Backyard is such a special place for our members, families and community, and this new pathway means we can make it even safer and more accessible for everyone to enjoy,” Leanne says.

“The pathway allows us to give people with disability the freedom to move around with confidence, join in activities and participate in everything we do here at Sunshine Butterflies.”

The new pathway features more than 90 plaques recognising the individuals and businesses that supported the project.

Special guests will include members of Jesse Baird’s family, with Brendan Baird

sharing a few words about what Sunshine Butterflies meant to his brother.

Visitors will have the chance to explore the grounds, meet the team and tour facilities including the new pathway.

The day will feature program demonstrations, farm animal meet-andgreets, creative spaces, food and learning gardens and the adventure playground.

Food and drinks will be available from Sunshine Butterflies’ social enterprise Pantry Cafe.

The free event will be held at 468 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah. For more information, call 5470 2830 or visit sunshinebutterflies.com.au.

A Sunshine Butterflies member, founder and CEO Leanne Walsh, and Noosa councillor Amelia Lorentson

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KIDZ SALON

Kidz Salon invites children and parents to explore movement, rhythm and creativity through dance and drumming. Led by Rashid on drums and Dommi in dance, this lively workshop encourages play, connection and cultural expression in a welcoming environment. This activity celebrates the joy of childhood and the shared rhythms that bring people together.

When: Friday, March 20, 4-5pm.

Where: Cotton Tree Holiday Park, 13 Cotton Tree Parade, Maroochydore.

Tickets: Donation. No booking required.

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ORIANA CHOIR PRESENTS POP ROYALTY

Oriana Choir presents Pop Royalty: a concert celebrating eight decades of popular music from some of the world’s most recognised artists. The program, led by conductor Elisabeth Wallis Gaedtke and accompanied by the Oriana Band, features songs associated with performers including Nat King Cole, Whitney Houston, Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, John Farnham, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift.

When: Sunday, March 22, 2-4.30pm. Where: Matthew Flinders Performance Centre, 1/46 Stringybark Road, Buderim. Tickets: $21.15-52.25, via oriana.org.au

MARCH

GRACE WARRIOR’S 5TH BIRTHDAY

Crikey! The cutest Wildlife Warrior is turning 5. You are invited to join Grace Warrior’s 5th birthday celebrations at Australia Zoo. Meet Bluey and Bingo or join in the fun with a live interactive experience from the duo and their friends. Get your cameras ready for all the jaw-snapping action as the Irwin family feeds the crocs in the Crocoseum. Embark on a zoo-wide adventure to meet some of Grace Warrior’s favourite animal friends, enjoy free pony rides and bounce your way through the giant inflatable obstacle course. When: Wednesday, March 25, 8am-5pm. Where: Australia Zoo, 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah. Tickets: Children 14 and under free. All tickets via go.australiazoo.com.au/tickets

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LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL

Vargo Studios presents Legally Blonde the Musical, following Elle Woods as she leaves campus life behind and enrols at Harvard Law in pursuit of love and a legal career. Determined to prove she is more than appearances suggest, Elle faces demanding study, new friendships and a high-profile murder trial that tests her resolve. Featuring popular songs, energetic dance numbers and the story made famous by the film, the production delivers a stage adaptation of Elle’s journey from underestimated student to confident law graduate.

When: Saturday, March 21, at 1pm and 7pm.

Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra. Tickets: $69.90, via theeventscentre. com.au/event/legally-blondethe-musical/

Gig guide

FRIDAY, MARCH 20

Tribute to Queen, Flaxton Gardens, 6.30pm

Tribute to Coldplay, Flaxton Gardens, 8.30pm

Alexis & Suzie Duo, Maroochy RSL, 7pm

Steve Graham, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Brian Carlon, Kings Beach Surf Club, 5pm

The Dawn Light, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Simon Cobolt, Caloundra RSL, 7.30pm

DJ Moto Sass, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21

Phil and The Blanks, Norton Music Factory, Caloundra West, 6pm

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Flaxton Gardens, 6.30pm

Elephant Sessions, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm

Things of Stone and Wood, The Presynct, Nambour, 6pm

Shades Duo, Maroochy RSL, 7pm

Jade Clark, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Joseph Prisk, Kings Beach Surf Club, 5pm

Poco Loco, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Ricky the Rockstar, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

8 Ball Aitken, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm.

SUNDAY, MARCH 22

Clash of the Keys, Kings Beach Tavern, 3pm

Mungo’s Hi Fi, Banana Bender Pub, Palmview, 4pm

Jazz in the Forest, Spicers Tamarind Retreat, Maleny, noon

The Six-Stringed Atlantic Voyage, Caloundra Uniting Church, 4pm

Greg Bawden, Maroochy RSL, 3.30pm

Chris Ramsay, Alex Surf Club, 1pm

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. * All events were correct at time of printing.

Harii Bandhu, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm

Darryl James Duo, Kings Beach Tavern, 4pm

Marco, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 1.30pm.

nights Ibis Darling Harbour, Opera House Tour with dinner, Showboat Harbour Dinner Cruise to witness the magnificent Lighting Displays around the Harbour and much more.

Local eats

Chef’s talk

Q: Describe your cooking style or the cuisine you specialise in.

A: I have worked in leading restaurants around the world, gaining my certificate back in 2003 in Brisbane. Working and living in Asia and Canada helped me develop a multi cuisine style with Asian and Tex-Mex influences at the forefront.

Q: What is your favourite dish on the menu right now?

A: I always recommend the chicken quesadilla: a crispy tortilla, melted cheese and spicy chicken with sour cream, guacamole, house salsa and crispy corn chips. Tasty every time!

Q: Do you have a favourite local ingredient to work with?

A: Fresh mulloway – it’s always a hit. I love to have local fresh fish on the menu. There’s so many ways to cook this beautiful local ingredient.

Q: What do you love most about your role?

A: I work with so many good people daily, in paradise. When we work together, it  becomes  special and creates great outcomes for customers.

Q: What do you love to cook at home?

A: My family loves it when I cook and that’s the true benefit of being a chef: creating memorable meals for loved ones at home daily. I love to cook local seafood, barbecue-style, for them.

Sundays are made for a classic roast at Relish. Gather with friends and family for a comforting Sunday tradition in the relaxed surrounds of Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort. Enjoy tender roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables, traditional trimmings and rich house-made gravy. It’s the perfect way to slow down and savour a relaxed Sunday lunch. The Sunday Roast Special is $38 per person. Prefer something different? Relish also offers a full à la carte menu, with a range of dishes to suit every taste. Settle in, enjoy the peaceful views over the golf course and make the most of a leisurely Sunday afternoon at Relish.

5440 3333, Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort, Links Drive, Noosa Heads, noosasprings.com.au

Funky Wok in Alexandra Headland has become a local favourite for its bold, Asian-inspired dishes, quality ingredients and welcoming dining experience. Every dish is crafted to be vibrant, flavour-packed and ideal for sharing with friends and family. Start your weekend with the new brunch menu, coming early April and available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The flavour-driven brunch experience boasts classics and Asian breakfast dishes that are distinctly Funky Wok.

5478 1478, Shop 1/180 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland funkywok.com.au

Gluten-free … and so good. At The Beach Bars, being coeliac-friendly isn’t an afterthought: it’s just how things are done. Almost everything on the menu is already gluten-free or has a gluten-free option. And here’s the best part: there’s absolutely no extra charge. No sad swaps. No dry substitutes. No “it’s good for gluten-free”. Just proper food that happens to be GF. We’re talking battered coral trout that’s golden and crisp, calamari that crunches just right, and hot honey chicken that hits with flavour. All are gluten-free and that’s genuinely hard to believe. It’s the kind of menu where coeliacs don’t feel like they’re missing out. They’re ordering first. Whether you’re strictly coeliac or simply cutting down on gluten, The Beach Bars make it easy to relax and enjoy the full experience without second-guessing the menu. For detailed allergen information, head to thebeachbars.com.au and dive in with confidence. Good vibes. No gluten stress. See ya there!

Kings Beach Bar, 5341 8475 1/8 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach.

Cotton Tree Beach Bar, 3132 8484 Shop 2, 13-15 The Esplanade, Maroochydore.

Coolum Beach Bar, 5471 2917 1768 David Low Way, Coolum Beach.

There’s only one thing better than the view at Sunshine Beach Surf Club: the dining menu. The club prides itself on offering a menu crafted from the freshest local ingredients, from breakfast on weekends through to lunch and dinner seven days a week. Head chef Hugh McDonogh is a Noosa native with a global culinary background, bringing his wealth of experience back home with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a menu that is as diverse as it is flavourful. The menu features club classics such as the parmy and what many consider the best salt and pepper calamari on the Coast, as well as exciting dishes such as the signature Nasi Goreng pork belly.

Hugh McDonogh, head chef at Sunshine Beach Surf Club

INO CRYSTAL BALL NECESSARY

Ashley Robinson reckons we didn’t need to be Nostradamus to see some of the current problems facing Australia in light of the global conflict.

t is very easy to blame the current government for whatever is wrong in our lives. Of course, some problems we have are directly related to Albo and his gang, but don’t forget the shambles of the Opposition (I’m flattering them by calling them that). A lot of our issues have been created by both sides.

Let me take a step back in time before I go any further, to the 1500s, when Nostradamus, in his publication Les Propheties, made some bold predictions. One of those was global conflict fears in 2026 amid US-Israel-Iran tensions and possible nuclear war. The Frenchman was spot on.

My dear old mum Edna, who was convinced Harold Holt was taken by a Russian submarine (but used to say it also could have been the Chinese), was obviously well versed in international problems. She used to say that the Middle East was where the trouble would start and bring the world to its collective knees. Then, there was the Mad Max franchise that was centred around a world without fuel, and several other Hollywood movies about the same topic which, you guessed, is where I am going with this, our current dilemma. So, if

Nostradamus, my mum and Hollywood producers thought this might happen, what the hell have our political leaders been doing for the last 40 or 50 years?

What we have been doing is exporting our minerals which we have in spades, our natural gas (in fact, we are No.1 in the world in volume export of gas), coal, uranium and, wait for it, oil, plus a whole bunch of other stuff the government can get an earn on.

I remember seeing a video going around with a guy from the US saying how dumb Aussies are because we feed and power the world but leave ourselves vulnerable when the sh*it hits the fan, which it is about now.

I am the first to admit that we can’t blame politicians for not having a crystal ball. But what the hell have the leaders of our country been doing – apart from putting on more public servants, giving themselves pay rises, and reaping the rewards of selling all our resources.

I like this quote from Nostradamus (the year isn’t accurate but the rest of it could be): “Come the millennium, month 12, in the home of the greatest power, the village idiot will come forth to be acclaimed the leader”.

JFAREWELL, JAMIE AND AGRO

Sami Muirhead knows our world is a little worse off with the passing of a radio and TV great, who entertained us all with his shaggy puppet.

amie Dunn has left behind a wave of sadness. The comedian was bold and brash and I loved him. He was a shock jock, but he was also a pussy cat underneath all the bravado. The world is a little less bright with his death.

Agro, his beloved shaggy puppet, will be as missed as his naughty owner who made us laugh for more than five decades with his TV shows, radio programs and live entertainment.

I met Jamie more than 20 years ago when we worked in the same radio building. We started our mornings at 4am. He was the first to arrive and the last to leave as he was always working on writing a funny skit for the show or producing plays with character voices. It was a master class for me in proper, old-school radio.

Jamie was at his best on air with that razor-quick wit and interacting with callers who adored him. Off air, he was a true gentleman and even funnier, as he could swear often and say whatever he wanted to, ensuring I was left gobsmacked.

Jamie always carried Agro with him in a little black bag. I saw hundreds of people ask for a selfie with Agro before posting their

treasured photo to social media. Jamie was so generous, and even created a painting for me of one fish swimming in the opposite direction to the rest of the school. I guess that one fish was Jamie.

The story he loved best about us both was the day I was on my hands and knees looking for something under the table and my dress had caught on the chair. All Jamie could see when he walked into our office was my backside and giant ‘Bridget Jones’ undies in all their glory. He roared laughing and dined out on the story every time we caught up because he knew I would turn bright red and die a thousand deaths.

I drove into work about five weeks ago just to see Jamie and give him a hug. I am so glad I did. He posted this message to Facebook a few hours later: “Met up with long-time pal Sami today! She’s been a wonderful friend who I respect and love. She’s always been so happy for me and drove into Mix FM especially to catch up with me for ‘sh*ts and giggles’. Real friends like her are hard to come by.”

You are the one who was hard to come by, Mr Dunn. Keep swimming in your own direction in the radio studio in the sky.

Sami Muirhead is a radio announcer, blogger and commentator, wife and mum of three.

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

Ashley Robinson is Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Club CEO, chairman of Thunder Netball and a lifetime Sunshine Coast resident.

HEARTFELT THANKS SENT TO MYSTERY NURSE

“Help! My baby’s really sick.” Who was the random nurse quietly sitting on her break who helped Ayura’s father when he ran into Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) with his three-week-old baby in his arms?

Whoever this person was helped save the newborn’s life and her parents are forever grateful. Without hesitation, this “angel in disguise” ran with Jacob Lennox to emergency.

“She was the only person in the hospital at that exact moment,” Jacob says.

“We all should be proud and thankful for the excellent level of care on the Sunshine Coast.

“Not only are their medical knowledge and skills first class, but there is something special about this hospital.”

Jacob and his fiancée Oceane D’Hont described a culture within SCUH that allowed them to feel seen and heard, even in the most life-threatening situation.

“It is obvious that it’s not just a job,” they say.

“Every person we came across, from cleaning and meal delivery staff, baristas at the coffee shop, receptionists, ambulance and medical staff, were respectful, compassionate and welcoming. This gave us a sense of hope that our baby would survive.

“Thank you does not seem enough.”

Ayura became critically ill with sepsis, bacterial meningitis and encephalitis and the young, first-time parents did not know if their baby would survive or have

Ayura Lennox in hospital complications. Ayura is healing well, with the one-month-old now able to be treated at home with SCUH’s nurses visiting to administer her intravenous antibiotics.

The whole family would especially like to thank the medical staff in emergency, neo-natal, paediatric ICU and the children’s ward. They want to send a special message to the generous Sunshine Coast community that was right behind them, supporting with donations of meals and a GoFundMe fundraiser.

‘Stargazer baby’ was a nickname given by a nurse to Ayura when she was born facing upwards.

Her family believe Ayura is teaching them all how to always look up and find the beauty in life, even in hard times.

Don’t forget to look at the stars tonight and make a wish.

And if you were the good Samaritan who ran the young father and daughter to emergency, know you saved this baby’s life and are forever thanked by this young family.

Ayura’s parents would personally like to thank this nurse. So, if it is you, contact at lennoxmajella@gmail.com would be warmly welcomed.

RETIREMENT LIVING STARTS HERE

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Helping educate and assist those seeking a move to independent living.

Begin with us

✓ We can recommend villages and attend viewings with you.

✓ Explain financial models and help with contracts.

✓ Work with our trusted network of providers to assist with all aspects of the move.

✓ We can handle as much or as little of the legwork, end-end.

WHEN LIFESTYLE BECOMES LUXURY IN OVER-50S COMMUNITY

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters is redefining over-50s living by bringing together award-winning residences and a private country club in a world-class coastal setting.

At the heart of the ever-growing community is The Springs Country Club: a bold expression of next-generation lifestyle architecture and a defining statement of what over-50s living can be.

Valued at $55 million, the exclusive facility is a place to move, unwind, socialise and retreat. Resort-style pools, fitness and wellness spaces, elegant lounge bars and private relaxation areas create a five-star environment. Beyond the club, the

community is positioned alongside the Greg Norman-designed Pelican Waters Golf Club, offering sweeping fairways, lakeside vistas and cooling coastal breezes.

New residences are now selling from $1.9million to $5million, and the community’s design excellence was recently recognised with the Zafiro display home winning at the 2025 Master Builders Queensland Awards.

With about 200 homeowners already settled, the resort has grown into a vibrant, like-minded community.

Book a private inspection on 1800 490 626 or visit palmlakeresort.com.au/ pelican-waters.

IS A PARTIAL OR TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT RIGHT FOR YOU?

If you’re experiencing knee pain from arthritis, you may assume a total knee replacement (TKR) is the only option.

However, for selected patients, a unicompartmental (partial) knee replacement may offer faster recovery and a more natural-feeling joint.

In a TKR, all three compartments of the knee may be resurfaced – even if only one is severely arthritic. In contrast, a unicompartmental knee replacement (UKR) targets just the damaged part of the knee, preserving healthy bone, cartilage and ligaments. This often results in smaller incisions, quicker recovery, reduced post-operative pain and a more normal range of motion.

The ideal candidate for UKR is someone with arthritis isolated to one part of the knee, good range of motion and intact ligaments. Advanced imaging, robotic assistance and surgical planning tools help confirm suitability and optimise outcomes.

For patients with widespread arthritis, significant deformity, or instability, TKR remains the gold standard. It addresses the entire joint and offers excellent long-term durability.

As a surgeon with extensive experience in both procedures –including robotic-assisted and quadriceps-sparing techniques – I work closely with patients to assess which option offers the best chance of returning to the activities they love.

Speak with your GP or orthopaedic specialist to find out if partial knee replacement may be a suitable alternative to total knee surgery.

WORDS: A/Prof Daevyd Rodda MBBS, Dip. Surg Anat, FRACS, FAOrtha Visit scorthogroup.com.au.

A whole new life. Over-50s living redefined.

GemLife over-50s lifestyle resorts. New homes now selling.

GemLife offers luxury resort-style living with premium lifestyle facilities on your doorstep.

No entry fees, exit fees or stamp duty

Friendly community

Pets welcome

Gated neighbourhood

Extensive premium facilities

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Retain your capital gain

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COMMUNITY-FIRST LIVING TAKES ROOT IN KILCOY

GemLife Kilcoy Greens is bringing a new lifestyle to a town already loved for its warmth and wide-open spaces.

The master-planned, over-50s resort at Woolmar, just outside Kilcoy, will feature 10ha of dedicated green space, giving homeowners plenty of room to walk, connect, unwind and enjoy life at their own pace.

Set in the heart of the Somerset region, the resort will become part of one of Queensland’s most charming country towns – known for its welcoming spirit, tree-lined streets and convenient local services, including cafés, shops and a well-serviced hospital.

Surrounded by natural beauty – from the waters of Lake Somerset to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail – Kilcoy offers a relaxed rural lifestyle within easy reach of

Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Sales manager Vicki Sweedman, a long-time local who raised her family in the area, says the design of GemLife Kilcoy Greens celebrates everything that makes the region special.

“Kilcoy is a genuinely wonderful place to live,” Vicki says. “There’s a friendliness here you don’t find everywhere. GemLife Kilcoy Greens is perfect for locals who want to stay connected to the region they love – and for those coming from the city for a Queensland tree change.”

The resort’s thoughtfully preserved open spaces include walking trails, expansive parkland and a tranquil lake, supported by a suite of modern amenities such as a heated indoor pool, gym, pickleball courts, cinema and the Country Club – all designed to encourage an active, social lifestyle.

As part of its commitment to Kilcoy, GemLife is already strengthening community ties.

The Kilcoy on the Green family fun day recently brought together locals, families and future residents for a lively afternoon of games, live music and entertainment. The company is also a proud supporter of the Kilcoy Racecourse. Call the GemLife Kilcoy Greens sales team on 1800 979 386 or visit gemlife.com. au/kilcoygreens.

NEW OVER-50s RESORT REACHES MAJOR MILESTONE

Gympie mayor Glen Hartwig and the Sunshine Coast-based McGovern family have turned the first sod at Horizon Living.

The event officially launched the new residential development that will soon become the region’s premier over-50s lifestyle resort.

The important milestone came as Stage 3 of the 158-home complex continued to sell rapidly, and future residents sat down with members of the McGovern family to plan the design of their new ‘forever homes’.

They were purchasers who had secured their homes in Stages 1 and 2, which sold out within weeks of release.

“It’s been incredibly rewarding to see the vision coming to life,” managing director Will McGovern says.

“There is real momentum building and, most importantly, there is a community forming.”

Only a few sites remain unclaimed in Stage 3: two-bedroom homes, with two bathrooms, two car spaces and a multipurpose room, priced from $745,000 –with Stage 4 not expected to be released until mid-year.

There is no stamp duty, no entry or exit fees and, should residents ever sell their home, they will retain 100 per cent of the capital gain. A display home will be

completed later in the year, allowing buyers to walk through and appreciate the quality of the spacious, private and beautifully finished, custom-designed homes.

Bulk earthworks have been taking place on the 7.3ha site – situated within walking distance of Gympie’s business centre – since late last year, and construction work is about to begin.

First residents are expected to move into their new home by November and, from then, Horizon Living plans to be building at the rate of 50 new homes a year.

A feature of Horizon Living is the $10 million clubhouse and wellness centre, where facilities include a lounge, bar, café, sauna, spa and heated pool, pickleball court, bowling green, golf simulator, library and cinema.

Call Will McGovern on 1300 150 352 or drop in at the sales office in Condies Arcade, 163 Mary Street, Gympie, on Monday, Wednesday or Saturday from 10am to 2pm.

SELL-OUT SUCCESS SPARKS

FINAL STAGE AT POPULAR RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

One of the Sunshine Coast’s most sought-after retirement communities is building its final stage of villas after a complete sell-out.

The final stage of Aveo’s Sunset Palms Retirement Village in Palmview will deliver 34 premium two- and threebedroom independent living villas, with the first release of 18 homes now selling.

Designed for low-maintenance living, the homes include accessible kitchens and bathrooms, generous storage, no steps or trip hazards, secure garages and 24-hour emergency call systems – all within a gated community.

For residents David and Moira Stone, the move from their large Tin Can Bay home surprised friends and family.

“There’s a stereotype that retirement villages are full of old people knitting and tripping over walkers, but it couldn’t be further from the truth,” David says.

“One of the secrets is getting involved. If I see a blank date in my calendar, I think I must have forgotten something because there’s always something happening.”

David and Moira run a weekly bocce competition, while other popular activities include aqua aerobics, arts and

crafts and mahjong. However, David says residents can choose how involved they want to be.

“Privacy is respected here, but there’s always the option to connect with others,” he says.

Sunset Palms also offers resort-style amenities including a pool, gymnasium, hair salon, library, dining, bar and games room, barbecue facilities and a community vegetable garden, as well as care and support services, external home and garden maintenance and a community bus for local trips.

Community manager Alex Decorso says residents are drawn from across Australia, many relocating to enjoy the Sunshine Coast lifestyle or to be closer to family.

Call 13 28 36 or visit aveo.com.au/ sunsetpalms.

Tinnitus – often described as ringing, buzzing or clicking in the ears – affects an estimated half-a-million Australians.

For many, it’s more than a minor annoyance. It can be persistent, intrusive, and deeply disruptive to daily life.

While people working in farming, construction, transport and other high-noise industries face higher risk, tinnitus can affect anyone, regardless of age or occupation.

The symptoms vary widely. Some people hear a faint background noise, while others experience sounds so constant and intense that sleep, concentration and emotional wellbeing are affected. Over time, unmanaged tinnitus can contribute to stress, anxiety and even depression, making early attention essential.

Tinnitus has many possible causes, including noise exposure, ear infections, certain medications and underlying health conditions. Because of this complexity, the most important first step is a comprehensive hearing assessment.

This should be completed in a dedicated hearing clinic, where an audiometrist or audiologist can evaluate hearing and guide clients through a Tinnitus Impact Assessment to understand how the condition is affecting

their life. From there, a personalised management plan can be developed.

Options may include sound therapy, counselling, hearing aids or other evidence-based strategies designed to reduce the impact of tinnitus and improve overall wellbeing.

At Hear4Good, assessments are carried out by trained clinicians in a calm, private clinic environment. Taking action early can make a meaningful difference, and it all begins with a hearing test.

Lisa Burley is an experienced audiometrist at Hear4Good, based in Golden Beach and Caloundra. Call 54770144 or visit hear4good.com.au.

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We are an award winning Australian owned and operated company focused on providing a personal tailored service to help support, provide companionship and drive you out and about your daily activities in our car, or yours.

Anyone of any age or abilities can use our service - point of difference is we match our support worker to you - for a one-off occasion or a regular activity, NDIS or not- we can help you get there. Excursions available by arrangement.

Est. Sydney 2009 servicing your needs. All workers have NDIS worker screening or police check and are employed not contractors.

David & Moira Stone

NEUROSURGERY SKIN HEALTH

What to expect from a regular skin check

Many Australians have regular skin checks, but not everyone knows what to expect from one.

A skin check is a professional examination by a trained skin cancer doctor to identify concerns, including melanoma, as early as possible.

The doctor examines your skin from scalp to toes, looking for unusual moles, spots or changes.

There is a drape available and you keep your underwear on. Checks beneath underwear are only undertaken with your consent.

A dermatoscope is used on as many spots as possible.

This hand-held device uses crosspolarised light to reveal patterns and subtle clues to skin cancer. This helps experienced doctors detect early signs that are not be visible to the naked eye.

For people at higher risk of melanoma, digital 3D Total Body Photography is available.

The advanced software creates a detailed photographic record of your skin, helping doctors monitor new or changing spots over time.

Skin checks are quick and noninvasive and can be life saving.

If you are at risk of skin cancer, make sure you have a detailed skin check regularly.

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Many adults over 20 wonder if laser vision correction suits their eyes.

Modern procedures such as SMILE PRO® treat myopia and astigmatism, decreasing dependence on glasses or contact lenses.

SMILE PRO® reshapes the cornea using a femtosecond laser through a tiny keyhole opening. No large corneal flap is created.

The laser procedure lasts seconds, and the entire treatment for both eyes usually concludes within minutes. Most patients rest briefly and are able to go home shortly afterwards.

A common myth suggests laser vision correction is painful. In reality, numbing drops eliminate pain. Patients typically feel light pressure and mild irritation for a few hours after the procedure. Another myth claims results fade quickly. Clinical evidence shows stable correction when prescriptions stay consistent before treatment.

Over 12 million SMILE PRO® procedures have been carried out globally. Large clinical studies show high satisfaction rates, with over 98 per cent of patients saying they would recommend the procedure.

The small incision used in SMILE PRO® maintains corneal integrity and lowers flap-related risks associated with older techniques. For suitable candidates, treatment offers long-term vision correction and increased independence from glasses.

Neurosurgical nurse practitioner services regional patients

Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery is now offering neurosurgical assessment services through nurse practitioner Vikki Brook.

A neurosurgical nurse practitioner is an advanced practice clinician qualified to assess and manage neurosurgical and neurological conditions.

This service provides structured clinical assessment, coordination of appropriate investigations including MRI and CT, and development of individualised management plans, with referral for specialist neurosurgical review when indicated. Consultations are available by appointment only, and a GP referral is not required.

This role complements the Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery model of care by supporting early assessment and informed clinical decision making for patients presenting with neurological or spinal concerns. Conditions commonly assessed include back or neck pain, spinal and nerverelated symptoms, sciatica, conditions of the brain and post-operative follow-up.

Consultations prioritise clear communication, patient education and collaborative care planning to support patient understanding of their condition and available management options. This service is delivered within Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery at Birtinya and Noosa.

Healing takes time

Human beings heal at different rates, depending on age, overall health and the tissues and structures that need to recover.

For the first two weeks after orthopaedic surgery, it is important to keep wounds and dressings clean and dry. Swelling is common but can be reduced with elevation and regular icing. By the two-week mark, the skin has usually healed enough to be watertight, dressings can often be removed, and the wound may be gently washed.

Before this time, bacteria can enter the wound and cause infection. Wound infections are serious and the prevention is generally better than the cure: a more significant operation. Modern orthopaedic incisions are often small, relative to the amount of internal surgery and healing required, but they should not be underestimated in causing infection.

After about six weeks, bones begin to heal onto ligaments, tendons and orthopaedic implants. Restrictions on weight bearing, lifting and joint movement may still be necessary during this period, or sometimes longer. Swimming may be possible at around six weeks, provided your surgeon has cleared you, and the wound is fully healed and is not causing pain. Safe, low-impact activities can support recovery and improve early function without compromising bone healing and is guided by the surgeon and therapists.

Orthopaedic operations may take six, 12 or 18 months to reach their final outcome.

SMILE PRO® explained

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11 In a state of disorder (7)

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15 Balance (5)

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ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

On Wednesday, the fiery Aries sun hooks up with taskmaster Saturn in your sign, so it’s the start of a new cycle of hard work. Which is likely to bring success and stress in equal measure. A confident yet cautious approach is the best way for Rams to proceed.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

This week the sun (your power planet) links up with Saturn and Pluto, so try to get the balance right between the status quo and change, between stability and transformation – especially involving relationships, plus personal beliefs.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

This week’s stars highlight romance, entertainment, friendships, family, children, creative pursuits and DIY projects. With your sparky Sagittarian mojo and momentum running on high, you’re ready to rock and roll and get things done.

QUIZ

1. On a standard computer keyboard, what letter sits between T and U?

2. How many black keys are there on a standard piano?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

The sun and Saturn link up in your solitude, spirituality and dreaming zones on Wednesday. So, it’s important to find some ‘me time’ in your busy week, where you can meditate, contemplate, pray or chant, as you relax and wind down in a way that suits you.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

Expect a complicated week, Virgo, as Mercury and Mars visit your relationship zone, and Saturn links up with the sun in your money/intimacy zone. So, aim to be super patient with your partner, extra kind to your family, oh-so cooperative with your colleagues.

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19)

On Wednesday, the sun and Saturn (your patron planet) hook up in your home zone, so extra domestic chores and/or family responsibilities could add to your already overloaded schedule. Calm down and pace yourself, Capricorn.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Dynamic Mars and Mercury (your ruling planet) are both charging through your career zone, so it’s time to be more proactive and communicative at work. If there’s a problem, come up with a solution. If a colleague is being difficult, get talking.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

On Wednesday, the sun and Saturn pair up in your partnership zone. So, aim to get the balance right between personal needs and relationship responsibilities. You could also find yourself having deep conversations with a close friend.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

The sun and Saturn link up with Pluto (in your sign) which boosts personal magnetism, professional influence and communication. It’s also a good week to explore your neighbourhood and introduce yourself to some new members of your local community.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

Roll up your sleeves because the sun and Saturn pair up in your professional zone, so there’s important and challenging work to be done. With Mercury and Mars both transiting through your aspirations zone, it’s also a suitable time for setting goals.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

Wednesday’s powerful sun/ Saturn conjunction is good for reorganising your daily schedule, sorting out overdue paperwork, and/or restructuring your exercise program. A combination of enthusiasm and discipline will take you far.

(FEB 19 - MAR 20)

Mercury and Mars are both transiting through your sign, so it’s time to think creatively. As the great Lady Gaga observes: ‘Creativity is my favourite thing about life.’ When it comes to money, the sun/Saturn conjunction urges you to think conservatively.

CHUCK WORD STEP

Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step. There may be more than one answer.

3. Who is the author of the book Brave New World?

4. Who plays Barney Stinson in the TV show How I Met Your Mother?

5. Kate Hudson’s (pictured) character in the 2000 film Almost Famous shares a name with which song by the Beatles?

6. What artist is known for painting melting clocks?

7. Which has a larger landmass: Iceland or Greenland?

FLING

9. Which is more acidic: baking soda or baking powder?

10. What sport is Christy Martin famous for?

8. Australia’s NDIS was created and legislated under the government of which prime minister?

PISCES

PREVIEW

DIRECT ACCESS TO LIFE ON THE WATERFRONT

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING LAWS SET TO KICK IN

REIQ boss says time is running out for real estate professionals to comply with the new legislation by putting programs and policies in place.

Queensland property professionals are being trained to comply with new anti-money laundering laws, which will take effect within months.

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) is preparing the sector to comply with obligations under new laws from July 1.

Real estate businesses will prepare and enrol with the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre from March 31.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella says time is of the essence for real estate professionals to ensure they have the knowledge and tools to comply with the new legislation.

“Once only the purview of big banks, the expanded anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws will soon capture real estate professionals who facilitate buying or selling property or businesses,” she says.

“Real estate businesses will be required to develop and maintain formal AML/CTF programs and policies, train staff, appoint an AML/CTF compliance officer, conduct documented risk

assessments, implement customer due diligence (including initial and more complex due diligence), monitor transactions and report suspicious activity. For example, ‘red flag-raising behaviour’ that real estate professionals will need to monitor (and potentially report) includes when someone is seemingly evasive with identity

“The new AML/CTF laws represent a substantial change in how real estate businesses must operate”

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella

verification, providing false documents, paying significant amounts in cash or ‘hiding’ behind complex trust or company structures.”

Ms Mercorella says the new legal obligations and tasks for Queensland real estate businesses were likely to require new expertise, systems, tools and resources to meet them.

“The new AML/CTF laws represent a substantial change in how real estate businesses must operate,” she says.

“While we appreciate that the anti-money laundering law reforms are about making it harder for criminals to clean the profits of their crimes through Australian real estate, it must be recognised that the new and serious responsibilities for real estate businesses come with additional financial and administrative burdens. In the face of change, the REIQ is here to help real estate professionals understand and comply with their AML obligations and embed them into everyday practice.”

PEXA Clear head of customer growth and solutions Amelia Howell says the company is committed to supporting the industry with its AML/CTF compliance obligations, and partnering with the REIQ was a significant step in this direction.

“While PEXA Clear will embed compliance processes into existing property workflows to reduce administrative burden, we recognise that the next few months will be crucial for upskilling and to build compliance confidence,” she says.

Welcome Home

Combining the charm and character of a traditional Queenslander with a peaceful, private small acreage parcel, 8 Kaalba Court promises an enviable family lifestyle that you will simply love coming home to each day. Tastefully extended and modernised while retaining its classic features, this is one of those special properties that welcomes you in, emanating a homeliness and great feel that only a select few homes can. A kitchenette on the lower level provides potential for dual living or a great teenagers retreat, while the landscaped, fully fenced grounds are a haven for kids and pets. Entertaining is a breeze with most rooms flowing out to a covered outdoor space, plus a 12m inground pool and gazebo. Set on a picturesque 1.5 acres central to schools, shopping and beaches.

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Designer Home On Buderim’s North East Escarpment!

Buderim living reaches a new benchmark with this near new contemporary coastal residence, completed to an exceptional standard in a tightly held and highly sought-after pocket. Positioned close to shops, cafés, parks and some of the area’s most desirable schools, the lifestyle offering here is as impressive as the home itself. Elevated NE aspect with northerly views, capturing ocean glimpses and Mount Coolum beyond.

Crystal Waves Place, Alexandra

Stunning Family Home In A Prime Alex Location!

Set within a quiet, elevated enclave of Alexandra Headland, this substantial coastal residence delivers refined family living with scale, flexibility and an impressive level of finish throughout. Thoughtfully designed across two expansive levels, the home combines generous proportions, modern technology and everyday functionality, all positioned on a 705m² allotment just moments from the coastline.

Where Change Becomes Opportunity – Distinctly Fletcher Riley

Private Hinterland Estate with Vineyard, Incredible Views and Versatile Dual Living for Families

Offering 773m2 under roof, this expansive estate features five bedrooms, multiple living zones, two full kitchens and approved short-term accommodation. A managed Chambourcin vineyard, extensive verandahs, refined outdoor spaces and panoramic views enhance its appeal. With solar, ample parking and seamless indoor/outdoor flow, it’s a rare, versatile Montville-area hinterland sanctuary, offering exceptional lifestyle and income potential for future owners.

FIND YOUR SPACE IN ‘OASIS’

Elevated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 13 Burran Court is one of Kuluin’s finest, commanding sweeping northern views across Maroochy River and the ranges. Architect designed and meticulously updated, the expansive five-bedroom residence pairs scale with exceptional liveability, delivering one of the area’s most functional family floorplans. Warm hardwood floors, open-plan living and generous al fresco zones create effortless indoor/outdoor flow, while a private master retreat and separate children’s wing offer ideal family separation. Premium finishes and quality appliances feature throughout. Outdoors, a heated saltwater pool framed by tropical landscaping and resort-style entertaining spaces completes the home.

PROUD TO BE PART OF AUSTRALASIA’S LARGEST REAL ESTATE FAMILY

AUCTIONS

Thurs, 19 March, 5pm

Please call the agent for details to register for In Room auc ons.

Thurs, 19 March, 5:30pm

Cnr First Avenue & South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore Registra ons from 4:30pm 19 PROPERTIES TO GO UNDER THE HAMMER

Ray White Maroochydore & Ray White Buderim

Open from 4:30pm

610 Glenview Road, Glenview

Ma O’Grady 0461 457 706

Alisha Broadstock 0400 298 611

Thurs, 19 March, 5:30pm Sold prior to auction

41/11 Innova on Parkway, Bir nya Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

Sat, 21 March, 9am

Open from 8:30am

2 Kuranda Close, Buderim

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Steven Langford 0451 115 122

Sat, 21 March, 10am

Open from 9:30am

114 Sunbird Chase, Parrearra

Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

Thurs, 26 March, 11am

In Rooms, Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 19 West Terrace, Caloundra

33 Kapilano Crescent, Mountain Creek

Michael Picoto 0432 931 387

10 William Street, Shelly Beach

Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

11 S rling Castle Court, Pelican Waters

Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

42/281 Bir nya Boulevard, Bir nya

Dan McNamara 0458 010 889

OPEN HOMES & PRIVATE INSPECTIONS

You are welcome to a end our open homes or please call the agent to arrange your private inspec on or virtual tour.

HEADLAND

48/24 Wirraway Street 1 bed 1 bath 1 car Jacob Hussey 0416 100 509 23/24 Wirraway Street 1 bed 1 bath 1 car Jacob Hussey 0416 100 509

80 Shaws Road 4 bed 3 bath 4 car Sat 11:30am-12pm

41/11 Innova on Parkway 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990 10/12 Bright Place 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990 7/14 Bright Place 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990 29/81 Bir nya Boulevard 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Jus n Wijaya 0479 135 990

13 Hillgrove Court 5 bed 2 bath 3 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479 51 Butcherbird Crescent 5 bed 2 bath 2 car Ed Hackenberg 0499 199 36

5 Riverstone Place 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

17 Flooded Gum Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

5 Kronk Court land Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619

36 Pacific Boulevard 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

20 Alicia Close 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 9-9:30am

2/214 Karawatha Drive 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 9-9:30am

4 Tandara Street 4 bed 4 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am

23 Eckersley Avenue 4 bed 3 bath 2 car Sat 10-10:30am 17 Panorama Ridge Road 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Sat 11-11:30am

2/214 Karawatha Drive

GOLDEN BEACH

KAWANA ISLAND

KINGS BEACH

MAROOCHYDORE

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10 William Street, Shelly Beach

Discover the epitome of coastal living in this beau ful beachside home blessed with magical ocean views in Caloundra’s most sought-a er address paces from the so sand of Shelly Beach. With four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, internal li and a double lock-up garage, it offers a generous layout designed to bask in the breathtaking north-east ocean views along William Street. Do not delay inspec ng this dreamy seaside haven - to be sold at auc on.

Auc on In Rooms

Sunshine Coast Func on Centre 19 West Terrace, Caloundra Thurs, 26 Mar at 11am

View Fri & Sat 11-11:30am Andrew Garland 0403 851 777

186-188 Mooloolaba Road, Buderim

First me on the market, this property sits along the highest easterly point of the ridge – 1,919m² across two lots. It is a massive footprint that offers a genuine founda on for something substan al, whether that’s a single landmark estate or a sophis cated mul -dwelling project.

We bring the whole team Ray White Buderim 07 5445 6088

21 Mar, 9-9:30am & 12-12:30pm

13 Burran Court, Kuluin

raywhitebuderim.com.au

Sunbird Chase, Parrearra

• Brilliantly designed family living with North aspect

• 20.6m frontage catering to a vessel up to 17m/55

• 3 separate living zones plus home office

• Expansive deck with pool and pontoon

• High-quality finishes throughout

• Easy walk to Buddina Beach

We bring the whole team Ray White Mooloolaba 07 5444 3455

raywhitemooloolaba.com.au

Elevated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 13 Burran Court is one of Kuluin’s finest, commanding sweeping northern views across the Maroochy River and hinterland ranges. Architect designed and me culously updated, the expansive five bedroom residence pairs scale with excep onal liveability, delivering one of the area’s most func onal family floorplans. Warm hardwood floors, open plan living and generous alfresco zones create effortless indoor outdoor flow, while a private master retreat and separate children’s wing offer ideal family separa on. Premium finishes and quality appliances feature throughout. Auc on On site Sat, 11 Apr, 10am

STUNNING NORTH FACING LAKE HOUSE – ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY!

Set proudly on a flat and usable 835 sqm (approx.) lot on Currimundi Lake, this immaculate family home must be seen to be appreciated. The family built a new home on this lot in the mid 1990s and this beautifully maintained double storey home will suit an abundance of buyers. Situated in this peaceful setting, the home offers ample living and would be ideal for a holiday home, long-term investment or to use for something outstanding as it is located within the Tourist Accommodation Development Zone.

• Lakefront position

• Walk to beach in seconds

• Central lift access

• Two kitchens

• Double lock up garaging

• Cafés on your doorstep

Price: Offers Over $4.95m

Inspect: Saturday 21st March 9-9:30am

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 422

3 Hume Parade, Currimundi

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING – ‘PACIFIC HOUSE’ BEACHSIDE ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE

122 Pacifi c Boulevard, Buddina

Located on the highly desirable Buddina beachfront, the award-winning ‘Pacific House’ is a one-of-a-kind architectural gem with panoramic views. Offering a mix of high-end luxury and understated elegance, it captures the essence of its seaside location. From the street, the home has a commanding presence thanks to a crisp façade which is perfectly complemented by simple, yet effective landscaping. Intricate details such as roof opening skylights in the kitchen and ensuite, a stunning feature stone wall complete with a Lopi double-sided fireplace and wet areas which boast floor to ceiling oversized tiles, make this Sunshine Coast home something truly special. The residence has ample accommodation, and the floorplan has been well thought out with multiple indoor and outdoor living spaces, a large open plan modern kitchen with high end appliances and butler’s pantry. The master suite is located on the top level and has abundant space with a stunning ensuite, walk-in robe and a private balcony taking in views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean. For more information please contact Richard or Loren before you miss out!

• Stunning Grant McDonald home

• Award winning

• Ocean views

• Extensive garaging for many vehicles

• Private in ground pool

• SCUH close by

• Secure gated property

• Step on to the beach

• Outstanding location

• Ample space for the family

• Close to local shops

• Great local schools

Auction: Saturday 28th March at 11am Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 21st March 1-1:30pm

Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

1300 400 777

WATERFRONT LIFESTYLE IN THE FRAME

AUCTION RESULTS

The easiest way to check out Sunshine Coast auction results.

14 COLUMBA PLACE, PELICAN WATERS

Passed in at $3,000,000 – accepting offers over $3,200,000

5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Dan McNamara, 0458 010 889

51 ALFRED STREET, SHELLY BEACH

Passed in at $1,380,000 – on the market for $1,500,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland, 0403 851 777

39 KING STREET, SHELLY BEACH

Passed in at $2,200,000 – offers over $2,250,000 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland, 0403 851 777

9 PELICAN WATERS BOULEVARD, PELICAN WATERS

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $2,500,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 3 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland, 0403 851 777

5 ENDURANCE PLACE, BIRTINYA

Sold prior to auction for $1,000,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Dan McNamara, 0458 010 889

5A MACDONALD STREET, DICKY BEACH

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $2,215,000

4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Andrew Garland, 0403 851 777

26 ALPINE CRESCENT, BANYA

Passed in at $1,300,000 – contact agent

5 bed, 4 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Lachlan Hunt, 0490 703 683

Positioned on a prized northeastfacing, 1317sqm canal block in Pelican Waters, this exceptional waterfront residence delivers refined coastal living with deep-water, direct ocean access. The home combines premium materials, expansive living zones and a seamless connection to the outdoors. At the centre of the residence, a gourmet kitchen and scullery showcase striking Verona Stone quartzite, complemented by integrated appliances and refined joinery. Outside, travertine terraces and ModWood decking frame a heated magnesium lap pool and waterfront entertaining spaces. 29 EDWARDSON DRIVE, PELICAN WATERS

1 SOLACE STREET, BIRTINYA

Sold prior to auction for $1,350,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Caloundra, Dan McNamara, 0458 010 889

27 KOOKABURRA DRIVE, PALMVIEW

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,961,000

6 bed, 3 bath, 3 car

Ray White Nambour, Matt O’Grady, 0461 457 706

418/180 ALEXANDRA PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Sold immediately after the auction for $1,050,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Maroochydore, Matthew Burke, 0448 221 481

227/1 FIJI COURT, KAWANA ISLAND

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $830,000

2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Kawana Waters, Justin Wijaya, 0479 135 990

7 ILUKA AVENUE, BUDDINA

Sold prior to auction for $1,800,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Mooloolaba, Mandy Leahy, 0425 709 442

4 SCHOOL ROAD, BLI BLI

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,025,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Maroochydore, Jason Mills, 0417 343 289

4 bed, 3 bath, 5 car Offers over $4.5 million

6 CURBARRA STREET, BUDDINA

Sold prior to auction for $1,825,000

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Mooloolaba, Ryan Bradeley, 0418 793 670

9/12 PARKER STREET, MAROOCHYDORE

Sold prior to auction for $797,000

2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car

Ray White Maroochydore, Pam Thomas, 0438 272 096

2101/1A MUNGAR STREET, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,275,000

2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Maroochydore, Niall Molloy, 0448 954 272

32 SUMMER DRIVE, MAROOCHYDORE

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $1,370,000

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car

Ray White Maroochydore, Greg Turnbull, 0499 455 574.

5A Macdonald Street, Dicky Beach

14 Columba Place, Pelican Waters

32 Summer Drive, Maroochydore

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9.40 9News Late.

10.10 The Equalizer. (M) 11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+)

6pm 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) 7.30 Australian Survivor: Redemption. (PG) 9.00 NCIS. (M) 10.00 News. 11.00 10 News+. 11.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6pm 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG) 7.30 Kate: A Queen For The Future. (PG) 8.30 Elsbeth. (M) 9.30 News. 10.30 10 News+. 11.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6pm 10 News+.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal.

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

7.30

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys.

8.30 Insight. Looks at medical care for Australian transgender children.

9.30 Dateline: Slay Queens Of South Africa. 10.00 Rock Legends. (PG)

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Sandi Toksvig’s Great Riviera Rail Trip.

8.25 Mysteries Of Loch Ness. (PG) A look at the Loch Ness Monster legend.

9.20 Prisoner 951. (M) 10.25 SBS News.

Treasures With Bettany Hughes: Uzbekistan – The Golden

Our Medicine. (PG) George and Rob help a stroke patient.

A Spy Among Friends. (MA15+)

Do you have room in your heart and home? At IFYS Foster & Kinship Care we are committed to helping children in care return to their kin where possible. To do this we need a safe place for them whilst we are working to locate a family member who can be assessed and approved for their longer term care. To ensure children and young people are safe we are looking for people who are willing to be there for them during this period.

If you are that individual or family who can assist with their care for up to several months, we would love to talk with you about becoming part of our care team. Why not contact us today on 5438 3000.

World News. 7.30

Race For Ancient Egypt In Colour Takes a look at the battle for historical treasures of Egypt. 9.25 Leonardo Da Vinci: The Disciple Of Experience Pt 2. (PG)

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ABC PLUS (CH22) 7TWO (CH72) 7MATE (CH74) 9GO! (CH82) 9GEM (CH81) DRAMA (CH53) COMEDY (CH52)

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 8.05 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.35 My Adventures With Superman. 8.55 BattleBots. 9.45 Gladiators UK. 10.40 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Kids Baking Championship. 8.10 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 8.55 Chopped Junior. 10.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.45 Abbott Elementary. (PG) 11.05 Merlin. (PG)

7.30pm The Inbestigators. 8.00

Badgers: Their Secret World. (PG) 8.45

Amazing Animal Friends. 9.35 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG) 10.15 Merlin. (PG) 11.00 Dance Life. (PG)

7.35pm Ninjago. (PG) 8.00 Deadly 60. 8.35 Gladiators UK. (PG) 9.35 Kids BBQ Championship. 10.15 Kids Baking Championship. 11.00 Merlin. (PG) 11.45 Operation Ouch!

7.35pm Ninjago. 8.00 Deadly 60. 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.00 The Slow Mo Guys’ Big Adventures. 9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.50 BattleBots. 10.35 Children’s Programs.

7.35pm Ninjago. (PG)

8.00 Deadly 60. 8.55 Adv Time. 9.40 We Bare Bears. (PG) 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 My Adventures With Superman. 11.00 Children’s Programs.

7.35pm Ninjago. (PG) 8.00 Deadly 60. 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG) 9.20 Ultimate Vets. 9.40 Animal Park. 11.10 Merlin. (PG) 11.55 We Bare Bears. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6pm AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 6.30 AFL. Round2. Adelaide v Western Bulldogs. 9.30 AFL Post-Game. 10.15 GetOn Extra. 10.45 MOVIE Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. (1994) (M)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.00 Athletics. World Indoor C’ships. Day1. Morning session. From Torun, Poland. 11.10 MOVIE 1. (2022) (M) Dan Ewing, Ellie Popov.

6.30pm Rugby League. NRL. Round3. Melbourne Storm v Brisbane Broncos. 7.30 Airport Security: USA. 8.30 MOVIE Crazy Rich Asians. (2018) (M) 10.50 MOVIE The Big Sick. (2017) (M)

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 Bull. (M) 6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.

6pm Luxury Escapes: World’s Best Holidays. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Lewis. (M) 10.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Aussie Property Flippers.

6.20pm Escape To The Country. 7.20 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG) 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.30 Miss Scarlet And The Duke. (M) 11.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) 10.50 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.30 Judge John Deed. (M) 10.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Dark City: The Cleaner. (MA15+)

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

6pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE The Mummy Returns. (2001) (M) Brendan Fraser. 10.10 MOVIE Flatliners. (2017) (M) Elliot Page. 12.30am Frozen Gold. (PG)

6pm Border Security: Int. (PG) 7.00 Border Security. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Kingsman: The Golden Circle. (2017) (MA15+) Taron Egerton, Colin Firth. 11.25 MOVIE Death Wish. (1974) (MA15+)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. (M) 9.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG) 10.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 11.30 Mighty Planes.

6.30pm Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 8.30 Cape Carnage: Killer Catch. (PG) 9.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 10.30 Railroad Australia. 11.30 Deadliest Roads.

6.30pm Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 The Force: BTL. (PG) 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. (M) 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Live PD Presents: PD Cam.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (PG) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 11.30 Father Brown. (M) 6pm Football. AFL. Round3. Geelong v Adelaide. 9.30 AFL Post-Game. 10.00 Kick Ons. 10.30 MOVIE Fast Times At Ridgemont High. (1982) (M) 12.30am American Pickers. (PG)

7pm Athletics. World Indoor C’ships. Day2. Morning session. From 11.10 MOVIE The Circle. (2017) (M) Emma Watson, Tom Hanks, John Boyega.

7pm Athletics. World Indoor C’ships. Day3. Morning session. From 11.10 MOVIE Honest Thief. (2020) (M) Liam Neeson, Jai Courtney, Kate Walsh.

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE

Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day. 11.10 Seinfeld. (PG)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Operation Fortune: Ruse De Guerre. (2023) (M) 10.45 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.45 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm The Golden Girls. (PG) 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Meg. (2018) (M) Jason Statham, Li Bingbing, Rainn Wilson. 10.45 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.45 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Matrix Reloaded. (2003) (M) Keanu Reeves, Hugo Weaving, Laurence Fishburne. 11.10 Seinfeld. (PG)

5pm MOVIE Chariots Of Fire. (1981) (PG) 7.30pm Death In Paradise. (M) 8.30 (1993) (PG) Robin Williams. 11.00 MOVIE Honky Tonk Freeway. (1981) (M)

5.30pm Midsomer Murders. (PG) 7.30pm Planet Earth III. (PG) 8.40 Paramedics. (M) 9.40 Emergency. (M) 10.40 Major Crimes. (M) 11.40 Midsomer Murders. (PG)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 Coma. (M) 11.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. (M) 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (PG) 10.40 Harry Wild. (M) 11.40 Manifest. (M)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG) 8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.40 The Spencer Sisters.

6pm JAG. (PG) 8.00 NCIS. (M) 10.45 JAG. (PG) 6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.30 Ridiculousness. (PG) 11.00 Ridiculousness. (M) 11.30 Ridiculousness. (PG)

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE War Of The Worlds. (2005) (M) Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Justin Chatwin. 9.50 Matlock. (PG) 10.45 Bull. (M) 11.45 JAG. (PG)

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.20 Bull. (M) 11.15 JAG. (PG)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.30 Ridiculousness. (PG)

Well, peeps, as I am writing, I think quite a few of you scored some great waves last week at a certain point that should not be named.

As for me? I just scored epic night-time powder under what felt like a full moon.

Snowboarding mountain runs in the dark with nobody around is a very cool thing to do.

You’re almost riding by feel.

Highly recommended.

This week in surfing on the Sunshine Coast? Not as good as last week. So, get what you can and stay away from Alex ... or not!

Me? I’m just about to slide out for another few hours in the dark.

Hope the bears are sleeping.

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Fire Country. (M) 10.20 Bull. (PG) 11.15 JAG. (PG)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.30 The Weekly Kick-Off. 11.00 Bull. (M) 11.55 JAG. (PG)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.

6.30pm Rugby League. NRL. Round4. Manly Sea Eagles v Sydney Roosters. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 TBA. 9.30 A+E Crash Scene Emergency. 10.30 Forensics: The Real CSI. 6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 9.25 NCIS. (PG) 10.20 Bull. (M) 11.15 Bull. (PG)

6pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 6.30 Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.