My Weekly Preview Issue 911. May 21, 2026

From the editor

As a mum of two daughters, this week’s feature story really stayed with me.

I think a lot about the world young women are growing up in now and how hard it must be when every second thing online is telling you how you should look, what size you should be or what you should change about yourself.

Social media can be amazing in so many ways, but it can also be exhausting – especially for girls and young women constantly comparing themselves to filtered images and unrealistic standards.

That’s why Abbey Cannan’s feature story this week feels like such an important read. It looks at the growing pressure around body image, the return of that ultra-thin aesthetic and the rise of weight-loss injections, but also the shift many women are making towards strength, health and feeling good in themselves instead of chasing 'smaller'. Turn to page 10 for the full story.

Also in this issue, we’ve got our over-55s feature celebrating locals embracing this stage of life with confidence and purpose, plenty of delicious local eats to add to your must-visit list, plus winter style inspiration for the cooler months ahead.

Until next time, enjoy the read.

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

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Two Sunshine Coast prep-to-Year 12 independent schools are in the running for national education awards, across five categories, collectively.

New waterways authority to begin operations – A new authority tasked with managing and maintaining Sunshine Coast waterways will begin operating from July after legislation passed state parliament last week.

Beach works delay adds to business pain –

A major Sunshine Coast foreshore project has been delayed by at least six months, extending the financial pressure on businesses already battling months of disruption and falling trade.

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REFORMS ‘RISK DEEPENING HOUSING

SHORTFALL’

The Housing Industry Association says the solution to the current crisis is to build more homes, but the federal budget will act against that.

Australia’s housing shortage could worsen under the latest federal budget, with industry leaders warning that changes to property tax settings will reduce the number of new homes built at a time of rising demand.

The government’s own budget papers reveal that proposed reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax are expected to cut the supply of new housing by about 35,000 homes over the next decade.

Housing Industry Association chief economist Tim Reardon says the measures risk undermining investment in new housing construction, which is critical to easing the shortage.

“Australia’s housing challenge is simple. Consider it as if we are trying to fit 11 million households into around 10 million homes,” Mr Reardon says.

“The solution to a housing shortage is

to build more homes. This budget does the opposite.”

Under the changes, from July 1 next year, negative gearing for residential property will be limited to new builds, while the current 50 per cent capital gains tax discount will be replaced with cost base indexation and a 30 per cent minimum tax rate on capital gains.

Treasury estimates the reforms will help 75,000 extra owner-occupiers enter the market over the next decade. However, critics argue this will come at the cost of reduced overall housing supply.

“The government is stopping 35,000 private homes from being built in order to raise enough revenue to build around 4000 public homes,” Mr Reardon says.

“That is a terrible trade-off in the middle of a housing crisis.”

Mr Reardon says the reforms overlook the role investors play in financing new

developments, noting they have historically driven a significant share of construction activity.

“Investors are critical to funding new housing supply and commenced around half of all new home builds in the past,” he says.

“If investors leave the housing market, fewer projects proceed and fewer homes get built. The government assumes investors will simply redirect their money into new homes, but housing investment doesn’t work like that.

“If the overall attractiveness of residential investment falls, fewer investors participate overall.”

The industry body did welcome a separate $2 billion commitment to housing-enabling infrastructure, including water, sewerage and road upgrades, aimed at unlocking up to 65,000 homes.

“These infrastructure investments are important because the industry desperately needs more shovel-ready land,” Mr Reardon says.

“But infrastructure and planning reform take years to deliver new homes. The adverse tax changes hit the market confidence immediately.”

Mr Reardon warns the changes could place further pressure on renters by limiting future supply in an already tight market: “At a time when vacancy rates remain critically low, reducing the number of investor-funded homes being built will inevitably place upward pressure on rents.

“The government deserves credit for recognising that infrastructure, planning and approvals are barriers to supply.

“But you cannot tax your way out of a housing shortage.

“The only lasting solution to housing affordability is more homes.”

MOTORWAY RAMPS AIM TO EASE COOLUM CONGESTION

Plans for new ramps on the Sunshine Motorway have progressed, with a contract awarded for the project’s detailed design.

The Sunshine Motorway and West Coolum Road interchange upgrade at Mount Coolum will deliver two new south-facing ramps, providing an extra access point to the motorway between Yandina-Coolum Road and Pacific Paradise.

The state government has awarded the detailed design contract to SMEC Australia Pty Ltd.

Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg says the contract award marks an important milestone in progressing the government’s election commitment.

“We are building the infrastructure needed to improve connectivity, support local jobs and strengthen the economy,” he says.

Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson says the ramps will be of significant benefit.

“We know residents want to see action to address congestion and, importantly, this new interchange will integrate into Sunshine Coast Council’s plans to build a connector west of Mount Coolum, from South Coolum Road to Suncoast Beach Drive and West Coolum Road,” she says.

Delivering a new TAFE in Caloundra

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•Protecting Mudjimba Island Reef

•Delivering lighting for Sunshine Coast sporting clubs

Delivering for Queensland

•Delivering long-term protection for the Pumicestone Passage

•Delivering the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade for 2032 and beyond

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

As well as delivering a new TAFE in Caloundra, here are some of the ways the new Queensland Government is delivering for the Sunshine Coast:

•Delivering generational infrastructure like The Wave

•Delivering the Congestion Busting Plan for Caloundra Road

•Upgrading Diddillibah Road and Nambour Connection Road intersection

•Upgrading Mooloolah River Interchange

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

•Delivering the Nambour Police Beat.

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THE STRENGTH TO CHANGE MINDSET

The weighty problem of negative body image needs to change, a personal trainer and wellness advocate warns, if women are to stay strong and healthy into their 80s and beyond. WORDS: Abbey Cannan.

For many women, there is a persistent feeling that follows them through different stages of life: the sense they should lose weight.

Often, it is only in hindsight that they realise they were already in a body they now wish they had appreciated.

That pressure sits within a wider cultural moment, where concerns are growing that the ultra-thin, early-2000s aesthetic is making a comeback.

At the same time, weight-loss medications are being promoted as fast solutions for obesity, with more than half-a-million Australians taking drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro each month, as dietitians raise concerns about long-term impacts.

Against this backdrop, a countermovement is building – shifting focus from being smaller to strength, capability and health.

Actor Hilary Duff recently joined that pushback with a ‘Stronger Not Smaller’

campaign, encouraging women to prioritise strength and performance over size.

“I grew up during that time where all of us were trying to, like, disappear and be waifs, and that’s not natural for my body and for most of our bodies, especially as we endure hormonal changes, pregnancy and motherhood,” she said during an interview with Time magazine.

For Sunshine Coast personal trainer and wellness advocate Katrina Scotland, that tension has shaped her career and her own relationship with her body.

Katrina is 46, married, and has three children – aged 16, 18 and 20. She has been involved in the fitness industry for nearly 15 years.

“I was born in 1979, so I was a teenager right in the thick of the ’90s when every magazine like Cleo and Dolly was filled with stick-thin, tall models and that was just ... the ideal,” Katrina says.

“As a teenager, if I wasn’t hungry, I simply wouldn’t eat.

“I didn’t think about food as fuel at all. I just wanted to be as small as possible.”

That mindset carried through into her mid-20s.

“At 26, I fell pregnant with my first child and put on 20kg. Then, 16kg with each of my next two. But in those moments, my priority completely shifted: healthy babies were all that mattered,” she says.

Everything changed when she discovered strength training.

“I got stronger than I’d ever been in my life – more muscle than I’d ever had,” Katrina says.

“I could keep up with my kids.

“There’s something really powerful about realising that you, as a mum, are in better shape than you were before kids –that flipped something in my brain for good.”

Her mindset around food changed as well.

“It’s about fuelling my body to support my training and my life, keeping my

cortisol in check, protecting my muscle mass and bone density, and staying strong and moving well for as long as I possibly can,” Katrina says.

“I’m stronger now at 46 than I was at 35 – even stronger than I was in my 20s.

“That’s not luck and it’s not genetics – it’s consistency and lifting heavy.”

Katrina Scotland

But she says bodybuilding also exposed the darker side of appearance pressure.

“Being around other competitors (some of them around 20 years old when I was 35), I watched these incredible women doing this incredibly hard thing, looking amazing and absolutely tearing themselves apart with negative self-talk,” she says.

“It genuinely made me sad.

“I found myself trying to build them up, almost in a mum role, trying to make them believe in themselves and see how amazing they looked.”

That experience changed how she speaks about herself.

“I didn’t want to think or talk about myself in ways I’d hate to hear come out of my daughter’s mouth,” Katrina says.

Despite growing awareness of strength-based messaging, she believes cultural pressure has returned.

“For a while there, I genuinely felt like the narrative was shifting – that stronger was becoming the new goal,” Katrina says.

“But honestly? I think it’s swung back. And in some ways, it’s worse than it’s ever been. Social media is absolutely saturated with calorie-deficit content right now: how to be in a deficit, what people eat in a deficit, deficit meal plans –it’s everywhere.”

Katrina believes many women are being sold unrealistic solutions.

“What really frustrates me is that so many of these women could get incredible results simply by eating at maintenance calories, lifting heavier, sleeping well, managing stress and focusing on food quality and timing.” she says.

“But that’s not a sexy quick-fix.

“So, it doesn’t get the airtime.”

People want results immediately, and that’s driving the weight-loss injection trend, Katrina says.

“People take the injection. They get smaller fast. They think it’s working,” she says.

“But a lot of them are becoming frail,

losing muscle mass, and have no idea the damage they’re doing long term. And when celebrities like Demi Moore are visibly very thin and people are calling it ‘goals’, that sends a dangerous message.”

Katrina says artificial intelligence and heavy photo editing aren’t helping, either.

“When the images people are comparing themselves to aren’t even real – no cellulite, no softness, no normal human body – the goalposts become completely impossible,” she says.

Looking ahead, Katrina is particularly concerned about women entering menopause after years of dieting culture.

“When the images people are comparing themselves to aren’t even real ... the goalposts become completely impossible”

“These women are walking into the hardest hormonal transition of their lives with very little in the tank,” she says.

“Strength training is one of the most powerful things we can do for our bodies.

“It builds lean muscle, boosts metabolism, strengthens bones and joints, improves insulin sensitivity, sharpens your focus and is honestly one of the best mood lifters out there.”

Her message to younger women is simple: “Stop trying to be smaller and start trying to be stronger”.

“I’d tell my younger self to stop thinking about today and start thinking about five, 10, 20 years from now,” she says.

“I actually think about 86-year-old me regularly. I want her to be strong, mobile and still doing the things she loves. The work I put in now is for her.

“And fuel your body. Food is not the enemy – it never was. It’s the thing that makes all of it possible.”

Supporting

recovery: when words around bodies really do matter

Australia’s first tiny homes eating disorder recovery village opened on the Sunshine Coast on April 1, supporting people leaving treatment who cannot yet safely return home.

endED House of Hope operations lead Laura Chamberlain says online content is progressively influencing vulnerable people.

“We are increasingly seeing the impact that online body ideals and appearance-focused messaging can have on people vulnerable to eating disorders or disordered eating behaviours,” she says.

“Social media can create an environment where unrealistic standards around body shape, size, fitness, ‘wellness’ or food are normalised and constantly reinforced.

“There are also concerning trends where harmful behaviours are disguised as ‘health’, ‘discipline’ or ‘self-improvement’, making it harder for people and families to recognise when something has become unsafe.”

But she stresses that eating disorders are complex.

“It is important to acknowledge that eating disorders are complex mental illnesses with multiple contributing factors – including genetic, psychological, environmental and social influences,” Laura says.

She says it is incredibly important for people in recovery to be surrounded by messages focused on strength and health rather than appearance or being ‘smaller’.

“Recovery from an eating disorder is not simply about restoring physical health,” Laura says.

“It is also about rebuilding identity, self-worth, trust and safety outside of

appearance-based thinking.

“The transition out of treatment can be an especially vulnerable time, as individuals are often returning to environments filled with diet culture, comparison and messaging that equates worth with body size or appearance.”

Even positive language can be complicated: “It is also important to recognise that even terms like ‘strong’, ‘healthy’ or ‘fit’ can sometimes become complicated within eating disorder recovery.”

Because of this, messaging is evolving.

“Rather than focusing on appearance or even perceived health ideals, it can be more supportive to promote messages around nourishment, wellbeing, flexibility, connection, rest, purpose, joy, safety and quality of life that you have energy and presence to enjoy,” Laura says.

“Recovery looks different for every person, and supportive messaging should centre on how someone feels and functions, rather than how they look or whether they meet a particular image of ‘health’.”

For more information about endED, visit ended.org.au. To learn more about Katrina Scotland’s personal training, visit perimenopausepowerreset.com.

endED founders Gayle and Mark Forbes with their granddaughter Ruby

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IN-CAR TOUCHSCREENS A DISTRACTION CONCERN

Police warn that these devices appear to be increasing in size, contributing to the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviours. WORDS: Abbey Cannan.

As vehicle touchscreens become increasingly bigger in modern cars, questions are being raised about how they fit within existing distracted driving laws.

On the Sunshine Coast, Highway Patrol officers are providing clarity on when phones and in-car systems can be used legally.

“Drivers may legally touch a phone secured in a hands-free cradle or use built-in vehicle touchscreens, as long as they are not distracted from safe driving,” a Queensland Police Service (QPS)

spokesperson says.

Highway Patrol Sunshine Coast District officer-incharge Acting Senior Sergeant Keith Preston says distraction is often identified through driver behaviour on the road.

“Drivers accessing touchscreens or mounted phones and missing traffic light changes, missing queued traffic moving ahead of them, or spending excessive time at intersections without taking opportunities to continue their journey can all be indicators of distracted drivers,” he says.

Acting Snr Sgt Preston says there has been evidence of some increased misuse of these devices by drivers this year.

“Any complex activities or actions that require drivers to take their eyes and attention away from driving should be done when parked, not while driving or stationary at traffic lights,” he says.

Common offences include drivers watching videos, accessing social media, streaming calls and using entertainment platforms while in traffic or at lights.

“These screens can only be used as a driver’s aid (GPS, reversing camera etc) and not to display movies/video calls etc,” Acting Snr Sgt Preston says.

A QPS spokesperson says mobile phone use significantly increases crash risk.

“Using a mobile phone while driving is highly distracting and increases your risk of a crash four-fold, even when using a hands-free kit,” the spokesperson says.

Even holding or resting a phone on the body can constitute ‘use’ under legislation.

If detected, drivers face a $1251 fine and four demerit points.

“Drivers should also ensure that mobile phones mounted in a hands-free cradle do not obstruct their view: for example, being mounted on the windscreen,” the spokesperson says.

This National Road Safety Week from May 17-24, Acting Snr Sgt Preston is asking drivers on the Coast to take a pledge to drive so others survive.

“As well as looking out for the ‘Fatal Five’ that contribute to our injury and fatal traffic crashes, we would ask people to have patience while driving, remain focused on their journey and driving safely, and stay aware of our vulnerable road users on the roadways,” he says.

For more information, visit roadsafetyweek.com.au.

Acting Senior Sergeant Keith Preston

Maroochy Private Hospital will welcome its first patients in mid-June, marking a major milestone for healthcare on the Sunshine Coast.

The hospital is a $100 million, 10-storey facility rising in the heart of the Maroochydore City Centre, designed to deliver specialist care in one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions.

Developed by Fortius Hospitals, the hospital reflects a shift away from traditional large-scale models, focusing instead on clinical excellence, patient experience and strong staff culture.

It is the third hospital in the Fortius portfolio, following NSW’s King Street Private Hospital and South Australia’s Eastwood Private Hospital.

Fortius Hospitals director Warwick Crosby says the facility will focus on a small number of high-demand specialties.

“Globally, we are seeing a clear shift in how surgical care is delivered, with patients moving toward dedicated surgical facilities that improve patient experience and clinical outcomes,” he says.

Services will include orthopaedics, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and pain management, supported by six operating theatres and advanced imaging.

Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group will deliver orthopaedic services, with director Daevyd Rodda highlighting the hospital’s regional impact.

“As demand for joint replacement continues to grow, we expect Maroochy Private Hospital to become a true destination hospital, attracting patients from across the Sunshine Coast and beyond for specialist treatment,”

Associate Professor Rodda says.

Director of nursing Heather Russo says strong recruitment has already attracted high-quality staff.

“Last week, we were delighted to bring our founding team together for a tour of the hospital and it is heartening to see a team forming that values collaboration and collective excellence,” Ms Russo says.

The hospital is in final commissioning, ahead of its early opening.

HEALING ‘IS POSSIBLE AFTER TRAUMA OF SEXUAL ASSAULT’

As Australia marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month, advocates are urging victim-survivors to seek support, warning abuse remains vastly under-reported despite rising national figures.

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows more than 40,000 sexual assault victim-survivors were recorded by police in 2024 – the highest number in more than three decades.

Experts say the true figure is likely to be far higher, with many never disclosing their abuse.

For Buderim author Jo Wilcox, silence lasted 60 years.

At 71, she is sharing her story for the first time in her memoir When the Mind Divides, detailing childhood abuse, trauma and recovery.

“I stayed quiet for most of my life because I was taught to fear speaking up,” she says. “There is so much shame attached to abuse, but that shame never belonged to me.”

Growing up in the 1950s, Ms Wilcox was abused by someone entrusted with her care, in an era when such issues were rarely discussed.

The trauma shaped her life, affecting relationships, health and identity.

After seeking help at 60, she was

diagnosed with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Dissociative Identity Disorder.

“I didn’t fully understand the impact the abuse had on my life until much later,” she says.

“For years, I thought I was simply broken. What I’ve learned is that trauma doesn’t disappear just because it’s buried.

“Breaking the silence was terrifying, but it was also the beginning of recovery.

“I want other survivors to know it is never too late to reach out for help.

“Healing is possible, even if you’ve spent a lifetime hiding your pain.”

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SEPTUAGENARIAN SKIS INTO WORLD TITLES WITH TRAINING AND DISCIPLINE

Maroochydore’s Fred Douglas is proving age is no barrier to elite sport, with the 75-year-old set to represent Australia at the World Water Ski Championships in Canada in July.

Fred began water skiing at 18 but did not start competing until he was 65, progressing from national events to multiple international championships.

He and his wife Jeanette relocated from regional Victoria to the Sunshine Coast in 2023 and now train at Oz Ski School in Coolum.

Fred has previously represented Australia at world

championships in Chile in 2018, France in 2022 and Spain in 2024. The upcoming event in Canada will be his fourth international appearance.

“Representing your country is the pinnacle, and to do so at my age more so,” Fred says.

“It is only your mind which stops you, if you let it.”

He says the Australian team brings a strong sense of camaraderie to international competition.

“Australia has a reputation of being the most fun, and this year the host country Canada has requested that the Aussies have their tent next to them,” he says.

Fred holds the Queensland record for Over-70s slalom water skiing and credits consistent training and discipline for his success.

“I exercise twice a day, every day, for between 15 minutes and 45 minutes in a floor- and weight-based session,” he says.

His training now includes coaching from Rich Habermann and former world champion Emma Sheers at Oz Ski School.

“My skiing as a result of their personal coaching has contributed to me being able to ski at the Worlds. It is an honour for me to be coached by them,” he says.

Fred says the move to the Coast has improved his training and lifestyle, allowing more flexibility than when he relied on river conditions and shared crew arrangements in Victoria.

Looking ahead to Canada, he remains focused on performance and encouragement for others.

“It is never too late,” he says.

“The desire to be the best I can for my age keeps me going.”

WORDS: Abbey Cannan.

Married for 70 years and still living in their Buderim home, Denis and Maureen Hayes will celebrate their platinum wedding anniversary on May 26.

The couple married in 1956 and now have seven children, 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. They remain in good health.

Denis is 91 and Maureen is 90. But they first met as teenagers on a tennis court when Maureen was 14 and Denis was 15.

“I remember, on that wonderful day, mum (Maureen) was wearing orange shorts that matched her auburn hair. Love at first sight,” Denis says.

Described by family as “cheeky” and “loving and caring”, the couple will receive anniversary certificates from the Prime Minister, Premier and local politicians.

COURTING LEADS TO 70 YEARS’ MARRIED

COMMUNITY NOTES

Orienteers’ state titles success

Sunshine Orienteers members competed at the Queensland State Championships over the Labour Day long weekend at Pine Rivers State High School and Samford Forest. The competed across sprint and long-distance events, with several club members achieving podium finishes in multiple age groups over three days of competition. Find results via Sunshine Orienteers’ Facebook page or Queensland Orienteering website.

Stamp collectors’ fair

The Sunshine Coast Stamp Club is hosting the Regional Stamp Fair at the CWA Hall in Short Street, Nambour, on Sunday, July 5, from 8.30am-2pm. The fair features stamps and collectibles for enthusiasts and the public. Contact Jeff Marks on 0438 715 925 or email admin@suncoaststamps.org.au.

Nambour mini train rides

Miniature trains will be running at Mini Rail

Park, 1 Florence Street, Nambour, on Sunday May 24, from 10am-2pm (locomotives permitting). This offers a family day out with steam, battery and petrol locomotives operating across about 1km of track. Visitors can ride multiple trains. Details at scrms.com.au.

Disability expo returns to Coast

The Sunshine Coast Disability Expo returns on Friday, June 5, at Venue 114, Bokarina, from 10am-1pm. The expo brings together disability providers, support services and community organisations under one roof for information and connection. Email info@disabilityexpo.com.au.

Noosaville VIEW Club update

Noosaville VIEW Club is a women’s group that meets twice monthly. Friendship Day is on the second Thursday of the month, featuring lunch and social connection. The, fourth Thursday of the month, the club meets at Tewantin-Noosa RSL for discussion of Learning for Life students supported through The Smith Family, guest speakers and lunch. Email viewnoosaville@gmail.com.

Buderim gem show day

The Sunshine Coast Gem Show and open day will be held on Saturday, June 13, from 8am-3pm at 22 Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim. The show features gems and displays, with free entry. Visit suncoastgemclub.com.au.

Sunshine Coast MPs have expressed their dismay after the region’s major projects were shunned in the federal budget.

And the local council has vowed to keep pushing for infrastructure funding that the community “needs and deserves”.

Federal LNP MPs Andrew Wallace and Ted O’Brien have said they are disappointed in the lack of national support for key schemes including The Wave – a planned multibillion-dollar train and metro vehicle route – and the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade.

The federal government announced a raft of measures for Australians, including tax relief for workers and a clampdown on property investment that is expected to help first-home buyers.

Public transport initiatives in several cities also were revealed.

But there appears to be nothing in this

year’s budget for the big infrastructure projects that are expected to cater for rapid growth on the Coast and were scheduled to be completed by the 2032 Brisbane Games.

Member for Fisher Andrew Wallace says the region is “being overlooked and left behind”.

“The Sunshine Coast is one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia, yet there is not a single dollar specifically committed to the critical projects our community desperately needs,” he says.

“These are essential projects for a rapidly growing region preparing for the 2032 Olympics and trying to keep up with population growth and pressure on local infrastructure and services.”

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli says the council “would have liked a stronger commitment to our priority projects”.

– WORDS: Steele Taylor.

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FROM THE MAYOR

For me, the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are about turning a global event into real local opportunities, including jobs, contracts and long-term economic and tourism benefits. That’s a priority!

I’m focused on making sure the Sunshine Coast community and our local businesses share in the benefits of the world’s greatest sporting event. So, it was wonderful to see more than 500 Sunshine Coast businesspeople come together at Venue 114 in Bokarina last month for a Games procurement event.

The room was filled with energy, optimism and a definite desire to make the most of this golden opportunity.

We heard directly from those responsible for delivering the Games and major infrastructure projects, with practical information about upcoming opportunities and how to prepare for when opportunity knocks.

From construction and transport to hospitality, technology and health services, the breadth of potential work is exciting.

Sunshine Coast businesses are the backbone of our economy and connecting them early to Games opportunities is a key priority of mine. I can’t wait to see what we achieve together.

Visit Council’s website for more information about Games procurement opportunities.

Bye for now!

How your Council is working smarter for you

An organisation-wide analysis of operations is helping to reduce

From beach seating made from old bridges to smart irrigation that switches off before rainfall and artificial intelligence (AI) tools offering advice on granny flats, Sunshine Coast Council is rolling out innovations to help address financial challenges.

Like others across Australia, our Council is facing rising service delivery costs, reduced earnings and continued population growth.

Rosanna Natoli, Mayor, Sunshine Coast Council.

This reinforces the need for a more disciplined and forward-looking approach. Council has undertaken an organisation-wide process to identify

efficiencies, prioritise actions and reduce costs. Teams were challenged to think differently, generating ideas to deliver greater value for the community.

Councillors helped refine the most viable options, focusing on those delivering the greatest benefit.

Sunshine Coast Council Chief Executive Officer John Baker says significant work underpinned the process.

“The short-listed ideas were chosen based on their feasibility, impact and sustainability. All options were stress-tested prior to selection to confirm they were in the community’s best interest, were realistic

and capable of delivering both immediate and long-term benefits,” Mr Baker says.

“Some initiatives took immediate effect such as changing some of our mowing services in hard-to-reach and dangerous locations by using robotic mowers.

“Other initiatives focus on the medium term, including evolving the library model to better reflect how the community uses services today.

“This includes expanded options for reserving books online and collecting them from convenient hub locations.”

For details on these initiatives, visit Council’s website.

Planned burn season

April to September

Planned burns will take place across the region to maintain

Please keep an eye out for advanced notice of any activity in your area by following Sunshine Coast Council on Facebook, scan the

Buy Local Day offers Sunshine Coast businesses a valuable opportunity to connect with customers, boost visibility and be part of a region-wide movement to ‘make every day Buy Local Day’.

Taking place on June 27, the campaign celebrates the independent businesses that shape our local economy and community.

Now in its third year, Buy Local Day partners with White’s IGA, chambers of commerce and industry groups to amplify business stories, drive foot traffic and encourage community engagement.

Businesses receive marketing support and promotional resources, along with inclusion in digital and traditional media campaigns, helping to enhance their online presence and in-store appeal.

By getting involved, businesses gain exposure while contributing to a shared mission: encouraging long-term local spending habits. The campaign highlights the economic, social and environmental benefits of buying local, keeping money in the region, supporting jobs and reducing environmental impact.

Buy Local Day is more than a single event: it’s a platform for collaboration, growth and lasting customer loyalty.

Get involved – because when locals buy local, we all benefit.

Learn more on Council’s Level Up Your Business website: levelup.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au/buy-local-day-2026.

Grassroots to Glory where stars were nurtured

A new exhibition helps local residents reminisce about the cheers, fears and triumphs of their early feats in athletics.

From the crack of the starter’s pistol to the thud of spikes on cinders, the Sunshine Coast has loved a lap. Landsborough Museum’s exhibition, Grassroots to Glory: Around the Track, invites locals to relive the cheers, the nerves and the triumphs that begin on school ovals and end on world stages.

Step inside and you’ll find athletics artefacts – uniforms worn by Olympians and little athletes, well-loved shoes, medals, trophies and handwritten records – alongside photographs and personal stories that capture decades of dedication.

There’s also a companion short film with: local voices recalling their

experiences with Little Athletics; first meets; volunteer mentors; and the magic of a personal best. Interactive elements let children get involved while adults will spot familiar clubs, families and Friday night training squads.

Around the Track is part of Sunshine Coast Council’s Grassroots to Glory series, shining a light on different sports as we head toward the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the stories that

will shape the next generation of champions. It’s a reminder that greatness is rarely a solo sprint: it’s built by coaches who give up Saturdays, canteen parents, timekeepers and teammates.

The exhibition is free at Landsborough Museum at 4 Maleny Street until August 30. Drop in Wednesday to Sunday, between 10am and 3pm, and see how far a local love of sport can carry you.

Arts and Heritage Levy funded.

GET PUMPED ABOUT PEDAL POWER WITH A NEW TRACK INCOMING

A new pump track is on the way to Lions and Norrie Job Park in Coolum, bringing fun for all ages and abilities.

Jointly funded by Sunshine Coast Council and the Queensland Government, the track will follow current landscaping works alongside upgrades, including new paths, a barbecue shelter, fitness station and shade.

Once final designs are approved, the construction will begin, with everything ready by late September 2026.

Sunshine Coast Council Division 9 Councillor Maria Suarez says the community’s enthusiasm helped shape the park.

“Our community told us loud and clear that they wanted a pump track that delivered excitement, challenge and fun, and it’s great to see construction now about to begin,” Cr Suarez says.

Love pump tracks? Check out Sugar Bag Road, Caloundra, and Forestwood Drive Park, Buderim. Find out more on Council’s website.

The team at Uptown Hair Studio in Nambour

Primary schools sports day, Currie Street, Nambour, 1962

Cr Terry Landsberg Division 2

Surf lifesaving facility update

The works to replace the old surf lifesaving facility at Kings Beach are underway.

Once completed, they will boost safety, improve accessibility and help surf lifesavers and lifeguards respond faster when it counts.

The old facility sits south of the main surf club and is used for storage due to its closeness to the main patrol arena.

The surf lifesaving facility redevelopment, funded by Sunshine Coast Council, includes the removal of the existing structure and building a new, single-storey contemporary building designed for the foreshore setting.

You can watch a fly-through video of how it’s going to look on Sunshine Coast Council’s YouTube channel.

To keep beach safety equipment secure during construction, temporary storage containers will be placed in the parkland beside the headland car park and water play

area. The construction phase could extend over a 12-month period.

A club with a proud history

Did you know that the Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Life Saving Club (Mets) was founded in 1933 to patrol Kings Beach?

The club evolved from the Brisbanebased Metropolitan Life Saving Club (established in 1924) which moved its patrols to the area, creating a permanent presence that has served the community for more than 90 years.

Saltwater pool renewal works

Works are also progressing to fully renew the Kings Beach saltwater pool’s internal surface, which has significantly deteriorated.

The upgrade will improve safety and user experience, reduce ongoing maintenance and repair costs, and ensure the pool is protected for many years to come. To complete the upgrade, the pool will be emptied, the existing surface removed, and a new surface installed.

The pool is closed to the public during construction works, which require the use of machinery, including hammer drilling.

The pool is expected to reopen in July this year.

Stay updated

Find out more about this project on the council’s website.

Matt Stoeckel Visit Sunshine Coast CEO

The Sunshine Coast has officially entered its ‘glow-up’ era.

Pop the champagne because Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel has officially opened its doors.

It’s the first internationally branded leisure hotel to open on the Sunshine Coast in nearly four decades, making it a significant moment for the region and a great reason to celebrate.

What I love about it is that it feels like the perfect example of how the Sunny Coast is growing up without growing away from itself.

Avani feels sophisticated and modern, but still unmistakably Sunny Coast. It’s relaxed, social, outdoorsy and welcoming.

A big part of that is Sully’s Rooftop Bar and Restaurant – the hotel’s signature venue that already feels like a favourite for locals and visitors. The views are spectacular, the

design is beautiful, and it’s the kind of place where you can enjoy a great cocktail upstairs and still wander barefoot along the beach afterwards.

What also shines through is the passion behind the project from Kenneth Wagner and the team at KPAT Hotels. In the hotel game, it’s often the little details that leave the biggest impression, and there’s clearly been a huge amount of care put into creating something that feels genuinely special for Mooloolaba.

That care extends beyond the hotel itself through to thoughtful touches such as Avani’s Experience Hosts, who provide local insight and help visitors shape a stay that feels personal and spontaneous.

And Avani isn’t the only sign of confidence in the region. Construction has officially started on Crowne Plaza Maroochydore, while Calile Noosa also continues to progress, showing the level of belief investors and operators now have in the Coast.

The Coast has always had the beaches, the lifestyle and laid-back energy people dream about. What we’re now seeing is a hospitality scene beginning to match it. And importantly, we’re doing it in a very Sunny Coast way with elevated experiences that still feel relaxed, welcoming and unmistakably local.

AVANI HERALDS A NEW CHAPTER FOR THE REGION

27 MAY

SCONE TIME

Enjoy freshly baked scones and a morning tea with local seniors at the CWA Hall in Caloundra. Open to all, Scone Time aims to bring new life to the Sunshine Coast’s historic halls while creating a regular monthly social outing for seniors, carers, companions and families. Local businesses are encouraged to get involved as volunteers, table hosts or sponsors.

When: Wednesday, May 27, 10-11.30am. Where: CWA Hall Caloundra, 17 Kalinga Street, Caloundra.

Tickets: $10-$50, via trybooking.com/ events/landing/1577690

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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.

24 MAY

WALK FOR WOMAN’S HEALTH

This community fundraising event supports Sunshine Coast locals living with pelvic pain conditions, including endometriosis.

The mostly flat, pram-friendly, 5km historic walk will be followed by live music from Ruby Thursday, matcha by Charlie’s Matcha, a sausage sizzle by the Buderim Lions and family activities in the park. The event is held during Pelvic Pain Awareness Month and aims to raise funds towards a dedicated Women’s Health Centre.

When: Sunday, May 24, 2-4pm.

Where: Buderim Village Park, 5 Church Street, Buderim.

Tickets: From $15, via events.humanitix. com/2026-walk-for-women-s-health

23 MAY

JOHN FARNHAM/OLIVIA TRIBUTE

Celebrate the music of John Farnham and Olivia Newton-John at Two Strong Hearts: a live tribute concert featuring hits from Whispering Jack, Grease and the duo’s collaborations. Performed by award-winning entertainers Anita Spring and Jeff Fallon, the production combines live vocals, classic songs and crowd-favourite moments honouring two of Australia’s most-loved performers.

When: Saturday, May 23, at 7.30pm.

Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra. Tickets: $69, via theeventscentre. com.au/event/two-strong-hearts/

FRIDAY, MAY 22

ABBA tribute, Flaxton Gardens, 8.30pm

Tommy Sexton, The Presynct, Nambour, 6pm

Chilli Padi Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5pm

Ria Ritchie, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

The Buzz Lovers (Nirvana tribute), Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 7pm

Mars Maddex, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Nathan Williams, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 6.30pm

Marty Sima, Caloundra RSL, 3.30pm

DJ Matty J, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm

DJ Sparkles, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm

Johnathan Mark Hayden, Nambour RSL, 6pm.

SATURDAY, MAY 23

Montville’s Ceilidh, Montville Village Hall, 6.30pm

Bondi Cigars, Norton Music Factory, Caloundra West, 6pm

Havana Nights, Memorial Hall Palmwoods, 5.30pm

Shades Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5pm

Lex Biebly, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Andrew Redford, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Ricky the Rockstar, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

DJ Linamix, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm

Kool Intentions, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm

Rhonnie, Nambour RSL, 6pm.

SUNDAY, MAY 24

Festival of Small Halls, Eudlo Hall, 3.30pm

Greg Bawden, Maroochy RSL, 3.30pm

Chris Ramsay, Alex Surf Club, 1pm

Riley, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 1.30pm

Jasmine Gotereau, Palmwoods Hotel, 2pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

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ACOMEDY CAPERS ALL ’ROUND

Ashley Robinson is shaking his head at politics and the state of the nation, at a time when common sense seems to be a real joke.

s comedian Laurel said to Hardy back in the 1930s: “Well, here’s another nice mess you’ve gotten me into.” I mention this as I reflect on federal politics and local government, where that statement is no surprise and certainly not funny.

I am writing this after reading about the budget – being a baby boomer who tried to do his best with Old Mate for our family, working hard and going without things to make sure we are all good for retirement, and leaving something for our grandkids.

To say the feds have stuck it to baby boomers would be an understatement, but the thing that riles me the most is the blatant lying in regard to negative gearing and trust funds, leading up to the last election. It’s not so much the hip-pocket hurt but that we put up with the bullshit.

Now, before the other mob’s members say, “I told you so”, they are no better. Then, there is Pauline Hanson, who is gathering momentum because of the inadequacy of the big two. We may as well have Laurel and Hardy running the show. Like One Nation, I don’t have a solution, either, but I do have one wish. Please, can we go back to a time

when the government, when faced with troubling times, could agree with an idea from the opposition. Then, the great unwashed would be represented properly by people who weren’t just worried about getting re-elected for another term.

Call me naïve, but wouldn’t that be more effective? On effectiveness, our local council seems more focused on introducing new dog laws, without the staff to enforce them, than on keeping the beaches safe. If I’ve read it correctly, the council has very few local laws officers. So, its answer is to restrict dogs in even more places.

If there are that many unruly dogs and irresponsible owners, why not penalise the offenders rather than those doing the right thing? If the problem is as bad as claimed, wouldn’t local laws officers pay for themselves through fines?

Apparently, the council is waiting for new signage to go out. But I might add it still hasn’t fixed all the beach signage at Wurtulla about bathing reserves that are now mostly unmanned. Wow! An unruly dog owner versus people swimming unsupervised.

Laurel and Hardy were nearly right: what a nice mess we have got ‘ourselves’ into.

ITHE COMMON SPUD IS NO DUD

As the International Day of the Potato approaches, Jane Stephens offers food for thought to those who choose to pooh-pooh the humble vegetable.

t is easy to take the simple potato for granted. It sits in dark places, often covered in dirt, waiting to be fried, roasted, mashed or boiled.

The world is obsessed with fancy superfoods (hello chia and acai!), and the humble potato is often dismissed as a simple starch: a comfort food. But the potato is one of the most vital, sustainable and powerful foods on the planet.

May 30 is the United Nations-declared International Day of the Potato, and that warrants pause for a thought about this powerhouse that is far more than just a ‘dud spud’. Originating in the Andes mountains 8000 years ago, the potato has been propagated in all manner of places, and a crop that thrives where others perish is a treasure indeed. As climate change disrupts farming, the potato’s adaptability makes it an unparalleled asset.

There are now 5000 varieties worldwide and 159 countries grow them. It produces more nutritious food on less land and in harsher environments than almost any other crop. It is the third-most important food crop in the world after rice and wheat, in terms of human consumption.

But the poor vegetable has copped a lot,

even being used in idioms such as ‘couch potato’ to illustrate laziness and ‘hot potato’ as a way of saying something is not wanted.

The potato has even been demonised at two different points in history: as an unholy alien plant in Medieval Europe (even being banned in France for a time) because it grew underground and came in odd shapes, and as an unhealthy carb in modern diet culture.

Potatoes’ dietary reputation was unfairly acquired. Just because it was made to hang around with the wrong crowd – deep fried in fat or smothered in butter or sour cream – it was condemned. The mistaken belief that potatoes are low in nutrients hasn’t helped, either. The potato is a quiet hero in the fight against global hunger. Because it can be grown by families with relatively few resources, it is a key to tackling rural poverty.

So, as the International Day of the Potato approaches, let’s stop dismissing it as a simple side dish. It is an adaptable and essential food source that requires our respect and support because it is cheap, as well as extraordinary.

Spuds – the quirk of the dirt and demonised by dieters – could not be further from duds if they tried.

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

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

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

THE BUDGET AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR SUPER

The recent budget reforms represent a decisive shift in the taxation of investment income and capital in Australia.

The government says the reforms are designed to rebalance the system toward wage earners and first-home buyers, while reducing tax concessions that have historically favoured investors.

However, for many investors, the message is clear: tax efficiency will become more nuanced – and potentially less favourable.

Professional advice will be more important than ever as structures and strategies are reassessed and potentially altered or unwound.

What is clear after the federal budget is that the best long-term investment strategy continues to be saving as much as you can within superannuation.

No new superannuation measures were announced in this budget.

Superannuation funds are not impacted by the proposed CGT discount or trust income tax measures announced.

Pre-tax contributions will continue to receive generous tax treatment whether they are made by your employer via the Superannuation Guarantee Charge payments, personal concessional contributions or earnings from investments within the fund.

When your superannuation is

converted into a pension upon your retirement, the income on earning from the balance below the transfer balance cap is tax-free. The transfer balance cap is currently $2,000,000. This allows a couple to have up to $4,000,000 in assets producing a tax-free income for them in retirement. This cap is rising to $2,100,000 in July.

You should try to maximise your concessional (before-tax) contributions. You may be able to contribute up to $30,000 this year (subject to eligibility), and if your balance was under $500,000 on June 30 last year, you may be able to use your unused cap amounts from the past five years. The concessional contribution cap will be rising to $35,000 next financial year.

If you intend to claim a tax deduction on personal contributions, you will need to lodge a Notice of Intent with your fund and receive an acknowledgment before lodging your tax return.

If you have additional savings, you could make non-concessional (after-tax) contributions. You may be able to contribute up to $120,000, or up to $360,000 using the bring-forward rule, if eligible. This is rising to $130,000 or $390,000 in July.

You may also be able to build your superannuation balance through making contributions using small business provisions or making a downsizer contribution on the sale of the family home.

The recent changes are significant, and provide an important opportunity for investors to review their investment structures with a professional adviser.

Justin Scattini is an authorised representative (No. 427053) of Ord Minnett Ltd, AFS licence 237121. He can be contacted on 5430 4444. This article contains general financial advice only and does not consider your personal circumstances. You should determine its suitability to you. Before acquiring a financial product, you should consider the relevant product disclosure statement. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Where do you live? Maroochydore. Tell us about your family? Four kids and four grandkids.

Favourite locations on the Sunshine Coast? You cannot beat Flinders Lane for the best breakfast/brunch on the Coast. Take the classic Mooloolaba Ferry to Pier 33 for a long, lazy lunch overlooking the marina and admiring the beautiful boats, and sunset drinks at The Boat Shed, Cotton Tree.

Which local person inspires you?

We are inspired by the many small business owners who pour their passion into the Coast every day. Their resilience, creativity and commitment to community make this region what it is.

Favourite local business? There are so many to choose from, but we have a soft spot for the hard-working, service-driven operators who know their customers by name and genuinely care about the experience they deliver.

Best thing about living on the Coast? The boating lifestyle is second to none. With world-class waterways, easy ocean access and a community that genuinely lives life on the water, the Coast offers a superb environment for anyone who loves to cruise, sail, fish or simply explore by boat.

How long have you been a Chamber member? Six months since moving up to the Coast and taking over Mooloolaba Yacht Brokers.

Mathew & Donna Hale

MOOLOOLABA YACHT BROKERS

What’s the best thing about being a Chamber member? The relationships. Being part of a network that genuinely supports local business, shares knowledge and celebrates each other’s wins is incredibly rewarding.

Favourite ChamberCast with the President and Pep? Anything that dives into real stories from local business owners – the candid conversations, the humour and the practical insights always make for a great listen.

Favourite Chamber event? The networking events where you walk away feeling excited, supported and full of new ideas. It’s a great feeling being in a room with people who love this region as much as we do.

How can the Coast be improved?

Continued investment in harbour infrastructure and improved seaway access would significantly enhance safety and usability for all boat owners and the boating community.

What excites you about the future of our region? The ongoing growth of the Maroochydore CBD and the major infrastructure projects planned for the coming years. These developments will bring new opportunities, strengthen our local economy and help shape a vibrant, connected future for the Coast.

Favourite holiday destination? Sailing through the Whitsundays is a family favourite.

BECOME A MEMBER

Call: 5370 1702 or visit: maroochy.org

SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER, 2026 - 9 DAYS

Extended Tours small group tours

This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic river port of Mannum to Blanchetown. Follow in the wake of great Australian pioneers on a 4-night cruise along the Outback River highway. We’ll stay 2 nights on magnificent Kangaroo Island with private touring. Return flights included.

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Ord Minnett, Buderim

EYES ON BUDERIM

The desire to create unique frames is the driving force behind Woodys eyewear – inspired by the latest trends, creativity and colours.

7/29 Main Street, Buderim, 5477 0293, eyesonbuderim.com.au

ANGELS FORMAL WEAR

AVENUE J JEWELLERY

Shop 14, Zanzibar Resort, 47-51 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, 5444 4422, avenuejjewellery.com.au

Are you stuck in a style rut? Do you need help putting together a wardrobe that truly works for you? Personal stylist Sheree Johnstone, from Unseen Styling, helps women refine their wardrobe and feel effortlessly put together, in a way that’s elevated, authentic and entirely you. Visit unseenstyling.com.au to book your consultation or call 0414 406 822.

59 Burnett Street, Buderim, 5456 4440. PURE FOOTWEAR

Meet Australia’s HIFU expert, global award winner and elite trainer, right here on the Sunshine Coast. Lift, tighten and look younger naturally. No downtime: just one hour is all it takes.

*Strictly limited – only 15 treatments available. Australia HIFU, australiahifu.com.au

EOS Hatti slingback heel in taupe leather

EOS Hatti slingbac k heel in dusty pink suede leather

EOS Sophina slingback mule in camel suede

Stunning new styles in store and online. Australian designer dresses for any occasion. 2/137 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, 0417 777 059.

Blue topaz and diamond pendant in 9ct white gold, $2500

Art Deco platinum diamond dress ring, $37,500

Aquamarine and diamond daisy cluster ring in 9ct yellow gold, $4950

local eats.

Whether it’s a morning coffee on the go, a long and lazy lunch or drinks and dinner as the sun dips over the coast, the Sunshine Coast offers exceptional flavours, inviting atmosphere and good times around every corner.

$25

PIZZA INCLUDES, GLASS OF WINE, BEER, SPRITZER OR SOFT DRINK

FRIDAYS FROM 8:30PM

LATE NIGHTS. GOOD PIZZA, GOOD VIBES. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Stay out a little longer with us! Enjoy gourmet pizza, drinks and live entertainment that keeps the energy going all night – the ideal space to unwind with friends.

4428 7630, 6 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, missmoneypennysnoosa.com

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 through to dinner. Head chef Hugh McDonogh is a Noosa native with a global culinary background, bringing his wealth of experience home with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a menu that is as diverse as it is flavourful. The menu features classics such as a parmy, schnitzel and what many consider the best salt and pepper calamari on the Coast, as well as exciting dishes including the signature Nasi Goreng pork belly, handmade pizzas and salads.

5447 5491, Duke Street, Sunshine Beach, surfclub.sunshinebeachslsc.com.au

As the season shifts, Relish Restaurant at Noosa Springs welcomes a new seasonal menu inspired by the warmth, richness and relaxed elegance of dining in Noosa. Curated by head chef Graham Waddell, the menu showcases quality local produce and refined flavours designed to be enjoyed slowly and shared with good company. The new selection introduces stand-out dishes, including a delicate Gruyère Soufflé, Grilled Chicken with Wild Mushroom Mascarpone Risotto and a refreshing King Prawn Salad layered with vibrant seasonal ingredients. To finish, the Strawberry and Mandarin Pavlova brings a light citrus touch to the menu.

Overlooking the golf course and surrounded by the natural beauty of Noosa Springs, Relish offers an inviting setting for long lunches and relaxed dinners throughout the cooler months.

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

Funky Wok, located across from Alex Beach and next to BreakFree Resort, is a vibrant spot to enjoy bold Thai fusion flavours with family and friends, whether for a casual bite, cocktails or a refined dining experience. Blending modern, authentic Thai cuisine with a creative twist, the menu features fresh herbs, colourful ingredients and striking presentation. Standout dishes include sticky beef ribs with chilli jam, a mild coconut curry grilled chicken with pineapple and peanuts, and fragrant red curry roasted duck – all showcasing the restaurant’s focus on quality ingredients and aromatic, vivid flavours.

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

Start your day at The Events Centre Café with barista-made coffee, fresh meals, friendly service and relaxed catch-ups, Monday to Friday from 8am-2pm.

5492 4240, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra, theeventscentre.com.au

Lounge Seventy Two is an award-winning cocktail lounge offering a dynamic shared-plate experience, premium drinks and vibrant live entertainment.

5443 2211, 105 Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore, maroochyrsl.com.au

Gluten-free and seriously good – at The Beach Bars, being coeliac-friendly isn’t an afterthought: it’s the standard. Most of the menu is gluten-free or has a GF option, with no extra charge and no compromises. Think crispy battered coral trout, perfectly crunchy calamari and flavour-packed hot honey chicken – all gluten-free. No sad substitutes. Just proper food. Whether you’re coeliac or just cutting back, you can relax, order anything and enjoy. Good vibes. No gluten stress. See ya there!

Kings Beach, 5341 8475, 1/8 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach. Cotton Tree Beach, 3132 8484, Shop 2, 13-15 The Esplanade, Maroochydore.

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

drink. play.

Mariella is a Mexican cantina serving street food, agave spirits, wine and

ideal for lunch, dinner and drinks with friends. 0426 704 242, 4/2 Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach, mariellamexicantina.com.au

on the Sunshine Coast.

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN WITH COMMUNITY AT ITS HEART

Located just moments from pristine beaches and surrounded by the tranquillity of Girraween Estate nature reserve, Sunrise Beach Village continues to take shape, marking a new chapter in coastal retirement living.

Works are progressing toward the upcoming Stage 3 release, while stages 1 and 2 are now home to a growing community of residents.

Designed with community at its heart, the village makes it easy to feel at home, stay connected and enjoy a lifestyle shaped around choice, independence and belonging.

Life at the village reflects the thoughtful care behind its design, where connections form easily and the friendly village team helps make day-to-day living effortless.

At the heart of the village is the newly opened Clubhouse, offering inviting spaces for residents to stay active, social or at ease.

With beautifully landscaped outdoor areas and exceptional resort-style amenities, Sunrise Beach Village provides a setting designed to inspire confidence and peace of mind.

The same level of care extends to the homes themselves. A collection of modern villas and apartments

has been designed to suit different lifestyles – all offering low-maintenance living without compromising on space or style. Light-filled interiors, practical layouts and quality finishes allow residents to spend less time on upkeep and more time doing what they love.

With more than 70 per cent of villas already secured, Sunrise Beach Village is being shaped by a growing community of residents who feel settled and at home.

Those considering their next chapter are invited to take a closer look through a village tour and explore the limited homes available.

Visit sunrisebeachvillage.com.au.

Sandhills design shown

HOMESITE DEMAND GROWS AS BUILDING PROGRESSES

Horizon Living has engaged its first sales assistant as demand for homesites in Gympie’s newest prestige, over-50s resort continues to grow alongside construction progress across the 7.3ha community.

Lindee Bibby joined the team in early May and will work alongside Horizon directors Bernie and Will McGovern, assisting with inquiries and welcoming visitors to the Horizon Sales Office in Condies Arcade.

“Lindee’s support will allow Bernie

and me to spend more time with buyers, out in the community and across the project as Horizon continues to grow, while remaining closely involved in the day-to-day sales process,” Will says.

The first three stages of the development, situated within walking distance of the Gympie CBD, have sold out, with Stage 3 buyers now engaged in the design of their homes, and choosing colour schemes.

Living up to the McGoverns’ promise that “luxury comes standard at Horizon”, each home will feature 2700mm squareset ceilings, louvre windows for natural airflow and light, 2400mm-high premium locally-made cabinetry, Blum soft-close hardware, and the latest Solartube Skylight which delivers more light while reducing heat and UV entering the home.

Will says his family is determined that Horizon homes will be customised to the needs of their owners.

“We wanted buyers to be able to tailor their home to suit the way they live –something rarely seen in the industry and often viewed as too difficult,” he says.

“Time and again, it’s the smaller, more considered changes that make the biggest difference to how a home feels and functions.

“Some buyers may need a longer garage for a larger vehicle or a workshop

fit-out. There might be specific accessibility needs, or a preference for stone or glass splashbacks. Some might want a particular sink.

“Some of these changes cost nothing extra. Others may come with a small additional cost. Whatever the requirement, we’ll make it happen.”

Will says earthworks are progressing well, and water trucks are being used to manage dust across the site. The street on which stages 1 and 2 will be situated has been graded, with builders waiting on the main sewer installation before building permits can be issued.

He says people who secure a home at Horizon Living can look forward to moving into their ‘forever’ home within a year of their initial purchase.

A feature of Horizon Living is a $10million 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.

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

Call in to Horizon Living’s Gympie office at Condies Arcade, 163 Mary Street, Gympie, on Monday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 2pm or call 1300 150 352.

Discover elevated over-50s country living in the heart of the beautiful Somerset region on Thursday, 4 June. The GemLife Kilcoy Greens’ VIP High Tea is your opportunity to relax, enjoy the superb location, and learn more about the resort.

The team will be on hand to answer questions about the community’s smartly appointed ‘rightsized’ homes, currently under construction, and plans for the outstanding facilities to come.

DATE Thursday, 4 June 2026

TIME 10am to 12pm

WHERE GemLife Kilcoy Greens 3 Travellers Rest, Woolmar

RSVP Register online by Wednesday, 3 June at GemLife.com.au/gkgvip

CONSERVATIVE MANAGEMENT AIMS FOR QUALITY OF LIFE

Hip and knee replacement surgery is a major focus of the Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group practice.

These are for appropriate patients who have failed conservative management.

One of the most important conservative measures that the practice typically recommends for patients is physiotherapy.

One of the programs that your physiotherapist may recommend for management of an osteoarthritic hip or knee is called the GLAD program. This is an evidence-based program that was developed in Denmark and brought to Australia in 2016. GLAD stands for 'Good

Life with Arthritis in Denmark'. The program’s principles have helped thousands of Australians living with arthritis. The goal of conservative arthritis management is not simply to avoid surgery, but also to give the best quality of life possible, while appropriately deferring surgery.

Conservative arthritis management involves a multi-disciplinary approach, including simple analgesia, lifestyle modification, diet and exercise, injectable therapies and sometimes a minor procedure called a radiofrequency ablation of the genicular nerves.

Visit scorthogroup.com.au.

Digital Bluetooth Hearing Aid $850

HEARING SOUNDS VERSUS UNDERSTANDING SPEECH

Many people are surprised to learn that hearing and understanding are not the same thing.

Hearing is the ability to detect sound — the beeps, birds, voices and background noise around us.

Understanding speech is a much more complex skill. It requires the brain to sort through those sounds, recognise speech patterns and turn them into meaningful words.

You can think of hearing as the ‘ears working’ and understanding as the ‘brain working’. Someone may hear that a person is talking, but the words may seem unclear, muffled or jumbled. This is especially common in places with background noise such as cafés, restaurants or family gatherings.

As we age or when hearing loss develops, the tiny hair cells in the inner ear can become damaged. This often affects clarity more than loudness.

People may say, “I can hear you, but I can’t understand you.” This happens because certain speech sounds – such as s, f, th and sh – are soft and high pitched.

When these are missing, speech loses detail, making it harder for the brain to fill in the gaps.

Modern digital hearing aids are designed to help with loudness and clarity. They don’t just make everything louder: they enhance speech, reduce background noise and give the brain a cleaner signal to work with.

Understanding this difference helps people recognise early signs of hearing changes and seek support sooner, leading to better communication and more confident everyday conversations.

Andrew Paton is an experienced audiometrist at Hear4Good: an independent and locally owned hearing clinic in Golden Beach and Caloundra. Call 54770144 or visit hear4good.com.au.

SKIN HEALTH

Understanding the threat of squamous cell carcinoma

Squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) are the second-most common skin cancer in Australia after basal cell carcinomas.

As always, Queensland sees well above the national average.

Typically, SCCs grow in sun-exposed skin. They can come out of nowhere, or from existing pre-cancerous sun spots, called actinic keratosis (AKs).

While many SCCs grow slowly, it is common for them to grow quickly as a tender lump on the skin.

Some SCCs are aggressive. They can spread under the skin to lymph nodes and around the body.

Your risk of getting SCCs can be reduced by following good sun protection and treating any skin that has plenty of AKs.

When SCCs occur, it is best to find them early and get them excised (cut out).

At SunLife Skin Cancer Care Cent re, you can get a thorough skin check with risk assessment by an experienced skin cancer doctor. The centre provides treatment options for AKs, supported by trained nursing staff.

Most SCCs and skin cancers needing excision can be done on site, with no referral needed.

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Embracing a new vision beyond glasses

Australians are remaining active later in life, with many wanting clear vision for travel, work, sport, screen use and everyday activities without constant dependence on glasses or contact lenses.

As a result, more people are exploring modern vision-correction procedures that better match their lifestyle goals and visual needs.

Today, there are more options than ever before. LASIK, SMILE PRO and Implantable Collamer Lenses continue to provide excellent outcomes for younger patients with short/long-sightedness and astigmatism. For patients over 40 experiencing age-related reading vision changes, advanced procedures such as PRESBYOND Laser Blended Vision and Refractive Lens Exchange with newgeneration, full-range lenses are expanding treatment possibilities.

Each procedure works differently and is tailored to the individual patient.

Modern laser platforms and advanced diagnostics allow surgeons to personalise treatment based on eye health, lifestyle and visual priorities.

For many people, these procedures are about more than reducing glasses. They offer greater convenience, confidence and freedom to continue enjoying the hobbies, activities and lifestyle that matter most. Contact us for your free assessment.

How surgery can help the pain of spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis is a condition of the spine where one of the vertebrae slips forward onto the bone below it.

This can be due to high-impact sports such as football, genetics and degeneration due to ageing.

If the condition is left untreated, it can cause narrowing of the nerve channels, resulting in compression of nerves in the spine.

Symptoms can include pain and tingling or heaviness in the lower back, buttocks and legs when walking.

This is relieved by sitting or lying down or when bending forward, such as when pushing a shopping trolley.

Pain can also increase when reaching overhead, such as when hanging washing on the line.

Spondylolisthesis, depending on the severity, can be addressed with a simple laminectomy or a spinal fusion procedure which is performed by a highly skilled neurosurgeon. A successful fusion stops the abnormal movement in the vertebrae and improves pain symptoms.

You can discuss your treatment options with a neurosurgeon by requesting a referral from your GP.

Change your home to protect your hip

Every day in Queensland, about 10 people break their hip from a fall.

Many of these injuries are preventable with simple home changes, which are especially important after hip surgery or if you have osteoporosis. Start by trip-proofing your home. Secure loose rugs, tuck away cords and choose non-slip shoes over slippery slippers. Check that railings are sturdy and stairs are stable with non-slip surfaces. Outside, smooth uneven paths and clear garden hazards.

Set up key rooms for safety and comfort. In the bedroom, adjust the bed height so both feet rest flat on the floor. In the bathroom, use a large non-slip mat, install night lighting to the toilet, and remember that towel racks aren’t grab bars. In the living room, keep essentials – your phone, glasses and books – within easy reach. In the kitchen, store everyday items at waist height to avoid bending, stretching or using a step.

Finally, build a ‘village’ of support with family, friends, carers and allied health professionals such as your physiotherapist, occupational therapist and exercise physiologist. This village can assess your home, and recommend and make adjustments.

A safer home today means a stronger

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

Sunday’s full moon encourages you to be more adventurous, as it activates your travel and exploration zones. With ambitious Saturn and intuitive Neptune transiting through your sign, listen to your inner voice and pursue opportunities when they appear.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

During the first half of the week, the sun (your patron planet) forms fabulous aspects with Neptune and Pluto. So, you’re keen to talk about your grandiose goals, divine dreams and spectacular schemes for the future. But don’t get lost in all the possibilities.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

It’s a big week for bold and boisterous Sagittarians. Midweek looks fabulous as the creative sun links up with powerful Pluto. So, make sure you are ready, willing and able to capitalise on Lady Luck and good karma when they come along.

QUIZ

1. Who is Elle Fanning’s (pictured) older sister?

2. ‘Call me Ishmael’ is the first sentence of which book?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

Expect a relationship hiccup or a financial challenge this week, as Saturn squares Venus (your patron planet). With mighty Mars transiting through Taurus (until June 28), it’s nothing you can’t handle as you bolster your Bullish, proactive side.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

The sun, Mercury (your ruling planet) and Uranus are moving through your career zone. So, the focus is on creativity, communication and innovation at work, especially from Monday through until Wednesday. Keep things in perspective.

(DEC 22 - JAN 19)

Your ruler, Saturn, squares Venus (on Friday), and then the full moon stimulates your solitude zone (on Sunday). So, self-doubt and your vocal inner critic could cause some frustration and loneliness this week, especially with a romance or a family member.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

With the sun, Mercury and Uranus visiting your sign, you’re primed to be the most creative and inventive Gemini you can be. Monday is the best day to dream a big dream. Then the full moon revs up your relationship zone, so it’s a good weekend to go on a first date.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

Classy Librans are the diplomatic divas of the zodiac. And this week – with Venus and Jupiter jumping through your career zone – it’s time to dazzle colleagues, clients and/or customers with your effortless charm, creative talent and natural enthusiasm.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

The fiery full moon activates your bohemian side, plus the sun, Mercury and Uranus stimulate your self-expression zone. So don’t play it too safe – it’s time to do your own thing, in your own highly individual way. Forge your own path and follow your dreams.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

Venus and Jupiter are both jumping through Cancer, so you’re feeling more fortunate and buoyant than usual. However – with Saturn and Neptune transiting through your career and life direction zones – there will still be challenges.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

Tuesday’s tricky Mars/Pluto square could stir up friction with your partner or a relative, so try to avoid doing anything that inflames an already volatile situation. Then the terrific sun/Pluto trine brings the opportunity for healing and transformation.

PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20)

Is your professional life progressing well? Are you overdue to retrain or keen to apply for voluntary work? Is it time to take on a second job or even change vocation? Avoid resting on your lovely laurels. Look for practical ways to streamline tasks.

CRATE WORD STEP

3. How many strings does a ukulele have?

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.

4. To which house does Romeo belong in Romeo and Juliet?

5. Which city did the Greeks enter using a large wooden Horse?

6. Who played the decoy body double for Natalie Portman’s Queen Amidala in Star Wars: Episode I –The Phantom Menace?

7. What is the name of the strait separating Tasmania from Victoria?

ALONG

9. In Greek mythology, whose eternal punishment was to roll a boulder up a hill?

10. Where were the 2000 Summer Olympics held?

8. Is a cation a positively or negatively charged ion?

CAPRICORN

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HAMPTONS-INSPIRED DESIGN

EMBRACES COVETED POSITION

THE 3 HACKS TO MAKE HOME LOANS CHEAPER

It may only take a little pain, over a short while, to cut $437 a month on a typical mortgage repayment. WORDS: Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Chances are, your mortgage repayment is now hurting greatly. Three rate hikes this year – and possibly at least one more to come – have added more than $300 to a now-typical $700,000 home loan.

But rather than take this lying down, you could instead cut your rate. While the

average variable rate is now above 7 per cent, you can still secure a quality loan (with a genuine offset account you can cleverly use to clear it) down near 6 per cent.

What’s that worth to you? A total of $437 a month back in your pocket.

But the loan rules are now strict and getting approval today takes some insider

knowledge and preparation. Here are the three hacks to getting a new, cheaper loan over the line.

Hack 1: Sort your credit score

A prospective lender will want to know you are a good ‘bet’ – that your finances are squeaky clean.

This is shown on your credit report and upshot score. Don’t even think about applying for a new loan until you check and correct any mistakes – a rejection will only drive down your score further.

Every Aussie is entitled to a free credit report every three months. You can get it online from Equifax, Experian or illion.

Hack 2: Slash your spend

Under the so-called Netflix test, a lender will interrogate every dollar you

spend, going back three months before you apply for a loan. So, try to spend as little as possible.

Streaming services, uber anything, nights out … go to financial ground. What they are looking for is enough ‘fat’ in your finances to afford loan repayments – and those repayments if rates went up another 3 per cent from here. It’s only three months and it will be worth it.

Hack 3: Ditch your credit cards

Few people realise that their credit card limits – even if you responsibly clear them every month – dramatically cut the amount you’ll be able to borrow.

In fact, your total card limit will rule out roughly seven-times that amount from a home loan for you.

Yep, $10,000 in limits will wipe $70,000 off your potential new mortgage.

Consider – even if just until you get the loan approved – cutting down or cutting up your cards.

Then, you will really be ready to refinance and far more likely to save that possible $437 a month. In the March quarter, more than 100,000 Aussies did.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon is the author of How to Get Mortgage-Free Like Me, available at nicolessmartmoney.com. Follow her on Instagram: @nicolepedmckmoney

6/114 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba

PRIVATE MOOLOOLAH RIVER PENTHOUSE

Beautifully presented and privately positioned at the quiet end of River Esplanade, this expansive 638sqm penthouse captures the very best of Mooloolaba living, with generous interiors, exceptional outdoor space and beautiful outlooks across the Mooloolah River. Spanning the top two floors and enjoying the exclusivity of being the only residential residence in the building, this remarkable sky-home offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, lifestyle and convenience.

• Expansive 638sqm penthouse apartment

• 360 degree views across Mooloolaba

• Only 300m to Mooloolaba beach and The Wharf

• Main bedroom suite occupying the upper level

• Multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining areas

• Private rooftop deck with River views & private lift access

21st May 12-12:30pm

23rd May 12-12:30pm

WELCOME TO YOUR 6-STAR LIFESTYLE OF LUXURY

Imagine a life where every day feels like a holiday – where elegant living, world-class leisure and endless sunshine combine. Now, imagine that being right on your Sunshine Coast doorstep – because it is.

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters is Australia’s most prestigious address for over-50s and it’s conveniently set near our golden local coastline.

This exclusive gated community is unlike anything Australia or New Zealand has ever seen. At its heart is The Springs Country Club: a breathtaking, $55 million masterpiece to rival the world’s finest private clubs. From the moment you arrive, the grandeur is undeniable.

Sweeping architectural lines, opulent interiors and an atmosphere of refinement make The Springs a showstopper.

Resort homeowners indulge in an extraordinary array of lifestyle features, many of which are new to them and that they didn’t realise they’d enjoy so thoroughly. Think indoor and outdoor magnesium pools, a championship undercover lawn bowls green, tenpin bowling, gold-class cinema, whisky lounge, sports bar, rooftop bar and even a grand piano lounge for evenings filled with music and company.

These facilities enable like-minded community members to spend quality time together. From regular, casual morning teas to specially organised evening events, from resort bus

excursions to fun, on-site sporting competitions between homeowners and staff – a host of memorable moments have already been chalked up.

Fitness and wellness are at the forefront, too, with an exclusive gymnasium, yoga/Pilates studio, spa, steam rooms, Vichy showers and other serene wellness spaces. Modern soundhealing sessions, for example, have become a staple and coveted part of the resort’s weekly on-site activities schedule.

The Springs Country Club doesn’t just set the standard: it has totally re-imagined it. There’s little wonder why this incredible community facility has been shortlisted for three prestigious awards.

For those who love the game, Pelican Waters Golf Club is your convenient next-door neighbour, offering an award-winning championship 18-hole course, created by Greg Norman Golf Design. The golf club is a destination itself, with restaurant Cardón serving modern Australian cuisine as memorable as the exquisite golf course view.

Beyond the resort gates, the Sunshine Coast continues to deliver that enviable lifestyle you’ve grown accustomed to.

Pristine white sand beaches, rolling surf, lush hinterland, vibrant dining, retail and essential services are on your doorstep

and glorious year-round sunshine makes outdoor living effortless.

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters also offers the perfect holiday retreat: a lock-up-and-leave luxury residence, in a gated resort with on-site caretakers, where you can embrace the relaxed Australian way of life and travel to your heart’s content.

“The Springs Country Club doesn’t just set the standard: it has totally re-imagined it”

Every detail at Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters has been carefully considered to deliver a lifestyle of prestige, sophistication and connection. Architectural homes boast cutting-edge technology, stylish finishes and low-maintenance ease, ensuring you spend more time enjoying your surroundings and less time worrying about upkeep.

Waterfront homesites and others fronting the golf course present the ultimate in over-50s abodes.

One home in particular, named La Quinta (Home 3), is the epitome of over-50s grandeur. A double-storey Zafiro design, built right on the water’s edge and offering sprawling golf course views, this home is an absolute showstopper and is the last of its kind available in the resort’s most prestigious enclave. Your inspection of this impressive home is a must.

Don’t forget that buying under Palm

Lake Resort’s Manufactured Homes Estate model presents attractive financial benefits to savvy investors. Homeowners pay no stamp duty, no deferred management fees or exit fees and no council rates. You get to keep 100 per cent of your capital gain.

What’s been interesting to note is that many homeowners here admit to early trepidation around the over-50s community lifestyle resort model, assuming that homes would be small and there would be less privacy. They saw ‘downsizing’ as a negative concept.

What Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters homeowners have come to realise, however, is that their lives have never been richer, that their social diary has never been fuller, and that they’ve downsized on all those monotonous and annoying home-maintenance jobs. In doing so, have dramatically upsized their lifestyle.

This is not simply a place to live: it’s an exclusive community of like-minded individuals who value life’s finer things. Friendships flourish, interests are shared, and every day presents a new opportunity to live large.

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters represents a world-class pinnacle of luxury over-50s living. It offers the chance to embrace a lifestyle that is as elegant as it is effortless.

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters delivers a lifestyle at the pinnacle of over-50s living, allowing residents to embrace an elegant, effortless lifestyle.

The Zafiro Master Builders Association Award Winner 2025

Above: One of the waterfront residences available Below: Mirador Wellness Retreat is exclusive to homeowners

YOU’LL BE SOLD ON IN 2026.

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ELEVATED PRIVACY WITH PRESTIGE

Positioned on the prestigious northern escarpment of Buderim, this exceptional residence by Aboda Design Group and Menzie Designer Homes showcases refined coastal luxury with sweeping ocean views and elevated privacy. Designed across multiple levels, the home maximises natural light, sea breezes and uninterrupted outlooks through expansive glazing and thoughtful orientation. The interiors present a Hamptons-inspired palette of timber, stone and soft neutrals, enhanced by high-end automation, including ducted air-conditioning and smart-controlled lighting, blinds and fans.

AUCTIONS

Thursday, 21 May at 5pm

Open from 4:30pm

10 Rim Road, Buderim

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Steve Langford 0451 115 122

Thursday, 21 May at 5:30pm

In Room Auc on Event

TRAMWAY 28 MILL STREET, NAMBOUR REGISTER FROM 5PM

7 Thomas Crescent, Nambour

Kristy Cannon 0450 109 525

32 Eudlo Road, Mooloolah Valley

Shona VanDerSteen 0412 737 574

4 Mallee Place, Nambour

Kristy Cannon 0450 109 525

Sold prior to auction

610 Glenview Road, Glenview

Ma O’Grady 0461 457 706

Alisha Broadstock 0400 298 611

Thursday, 21 May at 5:30pm

24 S rling Castle Drive, K’gari

Kirs n Cowie 0422 896 543

James Goldsworthy 0400 635 141

Saturday, 23 May at 9am

Open from 8:30am 3 Nepean Court, Kuluin Hayden Kehoe 0478 555 873

Saturday, 23 May at 10am

Open from 9:30am 9 Gloria Street, Maroochydore Jason Mills 0417 343 289

Open from 9:30am 6 Aspen Court, Buderim Chantel Dielwart 0421 466 696

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

Saturday, 23 May at 10am

Sold prior to auction

4 Rainbow Lane, Pelican Waters

Ryan Bradeley 0418 793 670

Saturday, 23 May at 12pm

Open from 11:30am

9 Wurtulla Street, Maroochydore

Greg Turnbull 0499 455 574

Grace Voller 0432 628 037

Open from 11:30am 1/18 Edward Street, Alexandra Headland

Jacob Hussey 0416 100 509

Saturday, 23 May at 1pm

Open from 12:30pm 10 Deloraine Drive, Buderim

Ma hew Burke 0448 221 481

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Saturday, 23 May at 3pm

Open from 2:30pm 2/8 Aragorn Street, Maroochydore Hayden Kehoe 0478 555 873

Saturday, 23 May at 4pm

Open from 3:30pm 13 Marsalis Street, Sippy Downs Chevonne Rees 0473 810 820

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.

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

1/6 Leo Crescent 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Sat 9-9:30am

1/6 Leo Crescent 3 bed 1 bath 1 car Wed 27 May 4-4:30pm

22/4 Buderim Avenue 2 bed 2 bath 1 car Jacob Hussey 0416 100 509

14 Edward Street 5 bed 2 bath 3 car Brent Higgins 0414 775 133 BANYA

1/62 Blue Cresent 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188 BELLI PARK

24 Paddy Melon Lane 4 bed 2 bath 8 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479 BIRTINYA

14/101 Bir nya Boulevard 1 bed 1 bath 1 car Will Van den Dungen 0438 130 188 BLI BLI

14 Conway Court 5 bed 3 bath 3 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

5 Dajaman Court 4 bed 3 bath 6 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

54 Avocado Crescent 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

32 Do erell Drive 3 bed 1 bath 4 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

20 Willis Road land: 1,001m2 Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

16 Danube Court 4 bed 2 bath 2 car Cameron Hackenberg 0421 504 479

2/2 Egret Place 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619 171/171-203 David Low Way 2 bed 1 bath 1 car Rachel Meyers 0411 699 619 14 Agnes Place 3 bed 2 bath 2 car Alex Dale 0414 516 003

29 Aroona Avenue 3 bed 2 bath 4 car Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

10 Deloraine Drive 5 bed 3 bath 2 car Thurs 21 May 4-4:30pm 24 Le Claire Place 4 bed 3 bath 2 car

602/10 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

• Exclusive opportunity at ghtly held ‘Alpha’ in Maroochydore

• Expansive views over Co on Tree and Pin Cushion Island

• Chef’s kitchen with large butler’s pantry and premium appliances

• Two living zones and two spacious balconies with wrap around access

• Master with walk-in robe and ensuite with a bathtub and dual vani es

• Residen al complex of only 14 apartments

• Walking distance to cafés, restaurants, shops and Co on Tree Village

Sardinia Place, Parrearra

• Recently renovated four bedroom home in the heart of Parrearra

• Two dedicated living zones + dining room & covered alfresco area

• Master with ensuite, w.i. robe & direct access to fully fenced backyard

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14 Edward Street, Alexandra Headland

• Generous living upstairs, well appointed kitchen with white stone counters and stainless steel appliances

• Timber floors adding charm and warmth, cross pollina ng with the crisp white color scheme

• Secondary lower level kitchen to make both levels self contained

• 12m height / 4 storey, high density development zone

• Excellent holiday home / income yield poten al

White Mooloolaba 07 5444 3455

4/42 Fifth Avenue, Maroochydore

6 Jun, 1pm

• Prime loca on just 220m to the beach and surrounded by local cafés

• Recently refreshed throughout with mber flooring, carpets and paint

• Private entertaining area with sun-shade and access to the complex pool

• Three bed, 2 bath plus a powder room and a double lock-up garage

• Low body corp fees; $2,600 per annum in a secure gated complex of six

• The ul mate Maroochydore lifestyle in the heart of Co on Tree

• Premium escarpment home offering panoramic ocean views

• Coastal Hamptons-inspired interiors with high-end finishes

• Mul -level design maximising natural light and breezes

• Designer kitchen with stone benches and premium Bosch appliances

• Four bedrooms including two upper-level ensuited bedrooms

• Mul ple living zones plus cinema room featuring built-in bar

• Seamless indoor-outdoor living with elevated entertaining areas

• Home office with separate entry plus side access – flexible living

BLUE CHIP DEEP WATER WITH 18M FRONTAGE IN MOOLOOLABA’S FINEST STREET!

Occupying a blue-chip position on the northern end of Mooloolaba’s most prestigious waterfront street, this renovated residence delivers a rare and highly sought-after combination — an easy care and beautifully appointed family home, an expansive landholding, over 18 metres of prime deep water frontage, and a coveted northwest aspect across the Boronga Broadwater. Don’t miss this opportunity!

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7.30 7.30.

8.00 Gruen. (PG)

8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Presented byGuy Montgomery.

9.25 Urzila. (M)

9.50 Bad Company. (M)

10.20 Planet America.

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Restoration Australia.

9.00 The Assembly: Jessica Mauboy.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 MOVIE Ladies In Black. (2018) (PG) Angourie Rice, Julia Ormond. Ayoung woman learns about life and love. 10.15 To Be Advised.

6pm Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.00 Ooops! I Bought A Pub. (PG) Shane Jacobson buys arundown pub.

8.30 MOVIE Armageddon. (1998) (M) Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton. Anasteroid endangers Earth. 11.35 TBA.

6pm Seven News.

7.00 The 1% Club. (PG) Hosted byJim Jefferies.

8.00 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.00 The Real Adolescence: Our Killer Kids. (MA15+)

10.30 24 Hours In Police Custody: Smuggled. (M)

11.40 Autopsy USA. (M)

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Glenn And Mick’s Celebrity Intervention. (M)

8.40 9-1-1. (M) Buck is faced with his past. 9.40 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League.

6pm Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 My Reno Rules. (PG) Hosted byDr Chris Brown. 9.15 Doc. ill patient. 10.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) 11.15 The Agenda Setters.

6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (M) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) Takes alighter look atall things AFL. 9.30 (M) Hosted byHamish McLachlan. 10.00 The Agenda Setters.

Seven News.

9.45 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (PG) 6pm Seven Local News.

Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PG) Takes alook atsome blatant busts. 8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. Hosted byAnt and Dec.

10.30 Under Attack. (M)

6pm 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round12. Canterbury Bulldogs vMelbourne Storm.

9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match.

10.45 MOVIE Rambo: First Blood Part II. (1985) (M)

6pm 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE Star Wars: Episode VI – Return Of The Jedi. (1983) (PG) Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher. Luke Skywalker confronts The Emperor.

10.10 MOVIE Stargate. (1994) (PG) Kurt Russell. Aman discovers agateway toanother world.

6pm 9News Sunday.

7.00 60 Minutes.

8.00 The Michael Jackson Story: Fame. (M) Follows Michael Jackson’s rise tofame.

10.00 9News Late.

10.30 The First 48. (M) 11.25 American Ripper. (M)

6pm 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Michael Jackson Story: Fightback/Resurrection. (M)

9.30 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.

10.30 9News Late. 11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG)

6pm 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PG)

8.30 Clarkson’s Farm: Splurging. (M) Presented byJeremy Clarkson. 9.40 NRLW Wrap: Women’s State Of Origin Special. (PG)

10.40 Freddy And The Eighth. (M)

6pm 9News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL State ofOrigin. Game1. New South Wales vQueensland. From Accor Stadium, Sydney. 10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match. 11.00 NRL Origin Stories. (PG)

6pm 9News.

7.00 ACA.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s State Of Origin. Queensland vNew South Wales. Game3.

9.35 NRL Women’s State Of Origin Post-Match.

10.00 9News Late.

6pm 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal.

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted byTom Gleisner.

9.40 10’s Late News.

10.40 Stephen Colbert. (PG)

7pm To Be Advised. 11.00 Building The Dream. Architectural designer Charlie

suit their lifestyles.

6.30pm 10 News+.

7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG)

8.15 Race Across The World. (M) Theteams head tothe Indonesian island ofSumatra.

9.30 Taskmaster Australia. (M) Hosted byTom Gleeson.

10.30 NCIS: Origins. (M) 11.30 10 News+.

6pm 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG)

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG)

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted byTom Gleisner. 9.40 10’s Late News. 10.40 Big Bang. (PG)

6.30pm Deal Or No Deal. (PG)

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PG)

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (M) Presented byMelanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 9.40 10’s Late News.

10.10 Sports Tonight: The Weekly Kick Off.

6pm

Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

MasterChef Australia. (PG)

Elsbeth. ina suspicious cleaning accident.

6pm Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News.

7.35 Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains.

8.30 China With Ben Fogle. Ben Fogle explores the Great Wall ofChina.

9.50 Rock Legends. (PG)

10.15 SBS News.

7.30pm Jewels Of The Mediterranean. (PG)

8.20 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland: With The Voralpen-Express From St Gallen To Lucerne.

9.20 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar: Fame. (M)

10.15 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG)

6.30pm SBS World News.

7.30 Shut Your Big Fat Mouth John Safran! (M) Presented byJohn Safran.

8.45 Cannes Uncut. Film Festival. 10.15 Osher Günsberg: A World Of Pain. (M)

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)

8.40 Ancient Greece By Train: Corinth To The Cyclades. Professor Alice Roberts visits anarchaeological dig.

9.35 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M)

6pm Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

8.30 Insight. Hosted by Kumi Taguchi.

9.30 Dateline: The World’s Most Remote Rescue?

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black.

10’s Late News. 10.40 Cheap Seats. (M) 11.40 10 News+. 6pm Mastermind Aust.

10.30 The Inheritance. (M) 6pm 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal.

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG)

7.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PG)

8.40 NCIS. (PG)

News. 7.35 Alexander Armstrong In India. (PG) 8.25 The Trial Of Michael Jackson: The Reckoning. (M) The courtroom drama reaches averdict. 9.25 The Audacity. (MA15+) 10.20 SBS News.

Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by

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

7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. (PG) 10.30 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Kids Baking Championship. 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG) 10.25 Abbott Elementary. (PG) 10.45 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. 8.05 Secrets At Red Rocks. 8.30 Animal Park. 10.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG) 10.45 Merlin. (PG) 11.30 Ultimate Vets. (PG)

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.25 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.45 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.35 Chopped Jnr. 10.15 Kids Baking C’ship.

7.30pm Children’s Programs. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.15 Children’s Programs. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Savage Builds. 9.25 Children’s Programs. 9.50 BattleBots.

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.25 Young Sheldon. (PG) 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. (PG) 11.00 Children’s Programs.

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.25 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.40 Ultimate Vets. (PG) 9.05 Animal Park. 10.35 Children’s Programs.

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

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Richmond vEssendon. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 MOVIE Dracula Untold. (2014)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE 10 Things I Hate About You. (1999) (PG) Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. 9.35 MOVIE Sex And The City 2. (2010) (MA15+)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Airport Security: USA. (M) 8.30 MOVIE The Accountant. (2016) (MA15+)

6pm Dog Patrol. (PG)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Lewis. (M) 10.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Australia’s Amazing Homes. (PG)

6.30pm Escape To The Country. 7.30 The Coroner. (M) 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.30 Maternal. (M) 11.30 The Coroner. (M)

6pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Taken 2. (2012) (M) 9.30 MOVIE Predator. (1987) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger. 11.45 Storage Wars. 12.15am Pawn Stars.

6pm Border Security: International. (PG) 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Pearl Harbor. (2001) (M) Ben 12.10am Blokesworld. (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb. (2014) (PG) Ben Stiller, Robin Williams. 9.30 MOVIE My Super Ex-Girlfriend. (2006) (M) 11.30 Top 20 Funniest. (M)

7.30pm MOVIE Speed 2: Cruise Control. (1997) (M) Sandra Bullock, Jason Patric, Willem Dafoe. 10.00 MOVIE Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991) (PG) 11.55 Gotham. (MA15+)

5pm MOVIE Ice Cold In Alex. (1958) (PG) 7.30pm MOVIE King Richard. (2021) (M) Will Smith. 10.20 MOVIE Six Degrees Of Separation. (1993) (M) Stockard Channing.

5pm Midsomer Murders. (PG) 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

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

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

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

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

with MWP’s man in the water

So, it turns out that dolphins get high from gently biting a puffer fish.

Then, they pass it around – like a marijuana joint.

Scientists are undecided on this behaviour, but the local fish shop has never been busier.

Think Cheech and Chong in a movie under the ocean.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Days Of Thunder. (1990) (M) Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman. 9.30 Blue Bloods. (M) 10.25 JAG. (PG) 11.20 Bull. (M)

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

The dolphins apparently go into a bit of a trance. That reminds me of the old Livid festival in my Brisbane days.

Next time you see a dolphin jumping out of the water, maybe they are high and screaming: “Look, I can fly!”

Enjoy your weekend.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) 10.50 Air Crash Investigations. (PG) 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG)

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

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.40 MOVIE Under Siege 2. (1995) (MA15+) Steven Seagal, Eric Bogosian, Katherine Heigl. 10.45 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.55 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

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

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

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.35 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.55 Escape To The Country. 11.55 Showtrial. (M)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG) 8.45 McDonald And Dodds. (M) 10.45 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) 8.30 Grace. (M) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 11.30 Father Brown. (M)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 10.30 Train Rescue Down Under. (PG) 11.30 Deadliest Roads. (PG) 12.30am Storage Wars. (PG)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 The Force: BTL. (PG) 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. (PG) 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Surviving The Moment Of Impact.

6.30pm Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.00 Football. AFL. St Kilda vHawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 MOVIE Underworld: Rise Of The Lycans. (2009) (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Hangover 2. (2011) (MA15+) Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms. 10.35 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.35 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Sully. (2016) (M) Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, Laura Linney. 10.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.30 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Bad Moms 2. (2017) (MA15+) Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn. 10.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.30 Rugby Heaven. (PG)

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

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

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

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 10.25 Bull. (PG) 11.20 JAG. (PG)

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

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6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France.

6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 9.25 Blue Bloods. (M) 10.20 Bull. (PG) 11.15 JAG. (PG)

6pm Friends. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 10.00 The Cheap Seats. (M) 11.00 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.