My Weekly Preview Issue 912. May 28, 2026

PREVIEW

From the editor

With just six years to go until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the countdown feels more real than ever.

In this edition, we take a closer look at what that means for our region as the Sunshine Coast prepares to step onto the world stage. From Alexandra Headland’s coastline to the hinterland ranges and the ancient Glass House Mountains, our backyard will soon become the backdrop for some of the world’s biggest sporting moments.

But beyond the competition itself, what excites me most is the legacy already taking shape – new infrastructure, opportunities for local businesses, investment in transport and facilities, and pathways for the next generation of athletes dreaming of representing Australia on home soil.

Our cover story explores that momentum, and we hear directly from three remarkable young local athletes who are already chasing their Brisbane 2032 ambitions.

Also in this issue, we dive into our education feature, exploring the ideas, opportunities and conversations shaping learning across our region, and our health feature looks at the latest trends and expert insights helping locals live healthier, fuller lives.

Happy reading.

Ingrid Nelson inelson@myweeklypreview.com.au

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RARE STRAIN OF VIRUS CONCERNS EXPERTS

The previously small outbreaks in Africa mean little is known and no specific vaccine is available if a global emergency occurs.

As global concern grows over an escalating outbreak of a rare strain of Ebola in Africa, experts at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) are warning that the virus presents unique challenges.

There is no widely used vaccine available for the strain involved.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm about the scale and speed of the outbreak, which involves the Bundibugyo virus: a much rarer form of Ebola than the Zaire strain responsible for most major outbreaks in recent decades.

UniSC Associate Professor of Molecular Engineering Joanne Macdonald says the outbreak is unusual because Bundibugyo virus has historically caused

only small outbreaks and has received far less attention from researchers and vaccine developers.

“Unlike Zaire ebolavirus, the strain responsible for most large, high-profile outbreaks, Bundibugyo has historically been much less common,” she says.

Dr Macdonald says her work on rapid Ebola testing and her teaching in viral pathogenesis has focused primarily on Zaire outbreaks – particularly the devastating West African epidemic between 2014 and 2016.

“I’m particularly interested in this outbreak because we developed a rapid test for Ebola (Zaire), and I’ve taught about Zaire outbreaks in my viral pathogenesis lecture, focusing on the 2014-2016 West African epidemic, which

resulted in 28,000 cases and over 11,000 deaths across Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia,” she says.

That outbreak prompted major international investment in vaccine development for Zaire ebolavirus, which can have extremely high fatality rates.

“Zaire ebolavirus, in particular, has very high case fatality rates (sometimes up to 90 per cent). Because of this, Zaire became the primary focus of vaccine development,” Dr Macdonald says.

“A highly effective vaccine was first deployed during the 2018-2020 DRC (Democratic Republic of the Congo) outbreak and officially approved in 2019.

“Since then, Zaire outbreaks have been much better controlled and are typically contained more quickly, often remaining localised rather than escalating into the major crises seen in the past.”

However, the Bundibugyo strain has historically been associated with far fewer cases and lower death rates, meaning vaccine development for the strain never became a major global priority.

“Bundibugyo virus has historically caused only a couple of relatively small outbreaks (fewer than 120 cases combined) and tends to be less deadly, with case fatality rates around 30 to 40 per cent,” Dr Macdonald says.

“It has not previously been associated with large, multi-country epidemics on the scale seen with Zaire ebolavirus.”

Dr Macdonald says the current outbreak is concerning.

“This outbreak is unusual: it involves a strain that is both less studied and not covered by current vaccines, but is now causing a larger event than typically seen for Bundibugyo. Without a targeted vaccine, controlling its spread is likely to be more challenging,” she says.

UniSC Senior Lecturer in Nursing and

infection prevention and control expert Dr Matt Mason says the outbreak highlights the importance of a coordinated global response built in partnership with local communities and healthcare workers.

“The WHO’s declaration of the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern demands an urgent, coordinated global response – one that places communities and their extensive local knowledge at its core,” Dr Mason says.

At least four healthcare worker deaths have already been reported, heightening concerns about infection prevention and control measures in healthcare settings.

“This raises serious concerns about gaps in infection prevention and control (IPC) and the potential for amplification within health facilities, leading to leakage to the wider community,” Dr Mason says. He says local knowledge and trust will be critical to containing the outbreak: “Strengthening IPC is critical, but cannot be achieved through top-down directives alone. Local health workers, traditional healers and community caregivers carry deep contextual knowledge of how illness presents, spreads and is understood within their communities.”

While the direct risk to Australia remains low, Dr Mason warns the outbreak has already demonstrated the capacity for international spread.

“While Australia’s direct risk remains low, travellers to affected regions should monitor WHO advisories, avoid contact with suspected cases and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms develop post-travel,” he says. “The most effective protection is avoiding travel to active outbreak zones entirely.”

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GAMES LEGACY ON TRACK FOR GREATNESS

Momentum is building towards 2032, with Olympic and Paralympic venues, infrastructure and services beginning to move from planning stages into delivery as the Sunshine Coast wears the Co-Host City hat with pride.

In 2024, the world watched Olympic Road cyclists weave through Paris, across cobbled streets, past the Eiffel Tower and into the sweeping Chevreuse Valley.

In 2032, that spotlight shifts to Alexandra Headland, where the course will lead Olympic and Paralympic cyclists through the Sunshine Coast’s most breathtaking landscapes: along its coastline, into the hinterland ranges and past the iconic Glass House Mountains.

It will be our postcard to the world.

It is proposed that the Coast will host nine events during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Each event is poised to showcase our remarkable landscapes and the warmth, energy and spirit of our communities.

However, the true measure of success won’t be the four weeks of events, but the legacy the Games will leave behind for decades to come.

As the six-year countdown approaches, the Coast’s role in co-hosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is shifting from ambition to action – bringing muchneeded community infrastructure, opportunities for local business and regional benefits into focus.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli says the region is now seeing real Games momentum as we move from planning to

delivery, with key projects such as the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade, the Mountain Bike Centre and the Maroochydore City Centre arena and Athlete Village taking shape.

“These are not just Games venues: they are lasting investments for our region that will support our community well beyond 2032,” Mayor Natoli says.

“For our region, this is about turning a global event into real, local opportunities for our businesses, our athletes and our environment, while delivering long-term tourism and economic benefits, now and into the future.

“Most importantly, we’re determined to make sure our residents benefit the most from our role as a Co-Host City for the world’s greatest sporting event.”

Sunshine Coast Stadium – the Sunshine Coast Stadium upgrade project has now reached design phase and is on track to open to the community in 2030.

It is proposed to host Olympic football in 2032.

Permanent seating at the stadium will expand from 1046 to more than 10,000, boosting capacity to host major sporting and entertainment events while delivering a world-class, inclusive place to celebrate local, national and international talent.

Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre – the Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre at Maroochy River is on track

to open in 2030, creating the region’s first purpose-built, nature-based recreation precinct. With world class mountain bike trails, trail running and bushwalking, it will connect into more than 40km of existing trails through Parklands Conservation Park.

In 2032, the centre will host Olympic mountain biking.

Arena and cultural precinct –momentum is building around the proposed arena in the Maroochydore City Centre, supporting the Coast’s emerging CBD with ongoing planning and design works being undertaken.

Local business opportunities – a recent Brisbane 2032 procurement and supply chain event held on the Coast brought together more than 500 business representatives, highlighting

the scale of opportunity available to our local industry.

A number of early work packages for Games-related projects has been released by Brisbane 2032 (the Organising Committee) and are already in market, with further tenders to be released as projects progress.

Public transport – underpinning all of this is the delivery of The Wave public transport system. This will connect the Coast to Brisbane, with rail from Beerwah through Caloundra to Birtinya and then a dedicated metro system through to Maroochydore and on to Sunshine Coast Airport.

“We have been calling for this kind of infrastructure for decades and the Games are the catalyst which will finally see it happen,” Mayor Natoli says.

COUNTDOWN IS ON

The International Olympic Committee, with Brisbane 2032 and the Queensland government, is reviewing the sports program for the Games. Final sports and disciplines will be confirmed later this year, followed by the competition venues.

The Olympic competition events currently proposed for the Sunshine Coast are:

• athletics – marathon

• athletics – race walk

• cycling – road

• cycling – mountain bike

• sailing – kiteboarding

• football

• basketball.

Paralympic competition events:

• marathon

• cycling.

Venues

The proposed Coast venues for these events include:

• Kawana Precinct, including an expanded Sunshine Coast Stadium (Olympic football preliminaries)

• Alexandra Headland which will accommodate road-based events (Olympic cycling, marathon and race walks, plus Paralympic cycling and marathon) and kiteboarding competition (Olympic sailing)

• The new Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre at Maroochy River (Olympic mountain bike competition)

• Sunshine Coast Athletes Village and Arena which will be located in the heart of the new Maroochydore City Centre.

Q&A with three local elite athletes

Three Sunshine Coast athletes. One shared goal: Brisbane 2032.

My Weekly Preview speaks with Paralympian Grace Brimelow (para triathlon) and water polo players

Patrick Bonser and Chase Staskiewicz as they chase Olympic qualification.

How did you first get into your sport?

GRACE (age 19): I got into my first sport via my physical education teacher at the time, Maureen Cummings. I did Little Athletics from the age of six, and I have been swimming since I was four months old. I have always loved riding a bike, and while I find it tricky, I am a bit of a daredevil, so it was fun.

CHASE (15): I first got into water polo through my older brother and that made me be around the pool a lot when I was growing up. Then, I started local competitions and training, leading to bigger tournaments and competition.

PATRICK (15): I started as a swimmer. Then, my brother got me into water polo with our local club. Then, I started the Sunshine Coast School Competition.

What’s the next big milestone you’re aiming for before the 2032 Olympics?

GRACE: The next big milestone I’m aiming for before Brisbane is LA28. I am taking one event at a time. So, World Champs in September will be important. All our races give us points

and ranking. So, each one is important. The aim is to grab a win and to stand on the podium at the Brisbane ’32 Games.

CHASE: My next major goal is making the Under-18 World Championships team. That would be a huge step in my development as a player and would give me valuable international experience on the pathway towards Brisbane 2032.

PATRICK: Staying in the national pathway for the next few years is something I’m aiming for, but playing AWL (Australian Waterpolo League) would be a huge milestone for me.

What’s something people don’t understand about the effort it takes to reach elite level?

GRACE: I think most people do not realise that reaching the elite level takes ‘next level’ work – not super hard work all the time, but consistency: ‘turning up’ repeatedly. By turning up, I mean body and mind. Be invested and treat it like it matters. Talent is one thing, but turning up with that talent and working at it and every little part of it, over and over, is what it takes.

CHASE: People underestimate how much work happens behind the scenes. Water polo takes a lot of physical and mental commitment: early mornings, long training sessions, gym work, recovery and balancing sport with school and everyday life. You must stay disciplined and consistent over a long period of time. And not to forget the

effort my parents put into me as well.

PATRICK: People think showing up and doing what you’re asked is going to be enough, but it simply isn’t. In my experience, the players that don’t apply themselves to their maximum capacity won’t get as much as the one that does. Overall, reaching the elite level isn’t just about how much you train, but how you apply yourself.

If you imagine yourself at the Olympics, what does that moment look like?

GRACE: Wearing the green and gold is amazing. There is no greater honour. But my experience at Paris was one of a great fall. Putting yourself out there takes courage. And in Paris, that courage was tested when it didn’t go to plan. And I knew then that my next moment was four years away. So, I imagine myself being there and being grateful for the opportunity and being determined to put everything I have on the line.

CHASE: I imagine walking out with the Australian team in front of a home crowd in Brisbane and representing my country at the highest level. It would be a really big moment for me and my family after years of hard work.

PATRICK: For me, it’s the absolute dream. To be on the world stage in my own backyard representing not only the region I grew up in, but most importantly a reflection on all the years of work myself and my family have put into my sporting dreams and ambitions.

To support their journey to the Olympics, donate at:

Chase: asf.org.au/preview/mens-u16-waterpolo-world-championships-chasestaskiewicz

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It was a fantastic morning at the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Coffee Meet-Up, hosted at the Queensland Air Museum. These events are a great way for local businesses to converse and connect before the work day even begins. This month’s meet-up included coffee by The Coffee Crew Sunshine Coast, plus an exclusive guided tour through the museum. Images: Martin Duncan

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FULL STEAM AHEAD FOR MAJOR INITIATIVES

The state government has reiterated support for projects including The Wave in light of the recent federal budget. WORDS: Steele Taylor.

The state government is pushing ahead with Sunshine Coast projects worth billions of dollars, despite the federal government’s refusal to allocate more funds in the recent budget.

A Transport and Main Roads spokesperson says the Crisafulli government is intent on providing The Wave, including the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade.

The initiatives will provide more

efficient travel in one of the country’s fastest-growing areas, and are expected to be completed within the next six years, despite being omitted from the federal budget this month.

“The Queensland government recognises the importance of key infrastructure projects such as The Wave and the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade (MRIU) on the Sunshine Coast,” the spokesperson says.

“These projects will not only support the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, but also provide a long-lasting legacy for the Sunshine Coast residents, businesses and visitors.

“While it is disappointing that the federal budget did not allocate any new funding for major Sunshine Coast infrastructure projects, the Queensland government remains firmly committed to delivering these initiatives.”

Work on The Wave, including the MRIU, has already started, with site investigations, tree clearing, property acquisitions and more.

The state government is believed to have made funding for the initiatives a priority and is expected to continue to engage with the federal government to secure additional contributions where possible.

There is some funding: the federal

government in 2024 matched the state government’s $2.75 billion commitment to build Stage 1 of The Wave: a 19km dual track rail line with stations between Beerwah and Caloundra.

But it is not yet clear how Stage 2 (a largely elevated 7km dual track rail line with stations between Caloundra and Birtinya, including a 1.2km tunnel) and Stage 3 (an estimated 21km metro vehicle system between Birtinya and Sunshine Coast Airport, and the MRIU) will become reality.

The state government has committed $40million to accelerate planning and market readiness for both stages, and last year committed unspecified funding for the MRIU, while Stage 2 is included in Infrastructure Australia’s Priority List.

But the state government has not received any support for Stage 3, including the MRIU, from Canberra and the project was excluded from Infrastructure Australia’s Priority List.

A 2024 business case showed that it could cost more than $5billion to build Stage 1 and another $3billion for Stage 2, while costings are uncertain for Stage 3.

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A 104-hectare, master-planned housing development will deliver 450 new homesites on the Sunshine Coast.

Stockland has officially launched Stockland Twin Waters: a master-planned community that will include homesites across private waterfront, waterfront and dry lots.

The site has been designed to integrate with the existing community, with more than 50 per cent dedicated to open space.

This includes a 17.4ha lake, shared pedestrian and cycling paths, walking trails, parks, waterside park areas and a dedicated kangaroo reserve.

Stockland development director Josh Sondergeld says the project has been designed around its coastal setting in the sought-after area, reflecting its position between the Maroochy River and surrounding natural landscape.

“Stockland Twin Waters has been designed to set a new benchmark for waterside living on the Sunshine Coast, with the master plan responding to both its natural setting and the way people increasingly want to live,” Mr Sondergeld says.

In addition to its green space, the Stockland Twin Waters community will feature a range of lifestyle amenities,

including proposed waterside recreation such as kayak launch pads and pickleball courts, as well as proposed future retail offerings.

Sunshine Coast Business Council chair Sandy Zubrinich says new residential developments play an important role in increasing housing supply, with the Coast rental vacancy rate sitting about 0.8 per cent.

“New developments like Stockland Twin Waters are important in helping respond to ongoing housing demand on the Sunshine Coast, particularly as supply continues to struggle to keep pace with population growth,” Ms Zubrinich says.

The first release of 17 homesites is scheduled for late July, with pricing expected from $1.15 million.

STUDENTS PAY THE PRICE OF A HAIRCUT FOR CANCER SUPPORT

Year 12 students at Matthew Flinders Anglican College have swapped their long locks for a legacy.

The students have participated in the annual Flinders Cuts for a Cause event.

The event is the centrepiece of a five-week, student-led fundraising campaign at the college, and donations have already surged past $35,000.

This year, all proceeds will again benefit Bloomhill Cancer Care, providing vital integrative support for Sunshine Coast residents living with cancer.

Flinders Year 12 student Lucy M says this cause is especially important to her as her younger brother was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia in October last year.

“For the past six months, he has undergone treatment at Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane,” Lucy says.

“His treatment required him to remain in the hospital during his month-long chemo rounds with short stays at home in between. Thankfully, his cancer is now in remission and he returned with us to school at Flinders this month.”

Sam Huckstep, the Flinders head of senior school, says that learning the value in making a positive, lasting impact on the

local community is a core part of the Flinders experience.

The students are also donating their hair to Sustainable Salons to be crafted into wigs for those experiencing medically-induced hair loss. Local salon Suite Three Hair in Buderim returned for another year to oversee the styling.

Principal Michelle Carroll commended the seniors for their empathy and leadership.

“These students are demonstrating how inclusive and rewarding community service can be,” Ms Carroll says.

“Every donation supports Bloomhill’s mission to provide compassionate care as the demand for cancer support services continues to rise.”

To donate, visit mfac.edu.au/ cuts-for-a-cause/

PTSD DOGS NEED SOME VOLUNTEERS’ LOVE

PTSD Dogs Australia is urging Sunshine Coast locals to step forward and volunteer, as new statewide data shows community organisations are under increasing pressure to fill essential roles.

New figures from Volunteering Queensland show a 17 per cent shortfall in volunteer capacity across more than 470 locations statewide, with one-in-six volunteer roles currently vacant.

Like many community organisations across Queensland, PTSD Dogs Australia relies on volunteers to keep its mission moving.

The organisation rescues, rehabilitates and trains suitable displaced and unwanted dogs to support veterans, Australian Defence Force personnel and Triple-0 First Responders living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

For more information on the volunteer roles available, visit ptsddogs.org.au

A student-led marine research project has been launched to protect Mudjimba Island, with $1million in funding.

Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson says the project will deliver years of valuable scientific data on the reef surrounding the island.

“Regular divers in the area believe it is some of the best diving spots they know of and it is important that is not only protected, but preserved,” Ms Simpson says.

The Mudjimba Island Research Project is led by the Marine Science program at Meridan State College, with Sunreef Mooloolaba providing operational support, including vessels, dive logistics and in-water expertise.

“This is what marine science education should look like – our students aren’t just learning the theory, they’re generating data that will be used by scientists, government agencies and the wider community for years to come,”

Craig Reid, of Meridan State College’s Marine Science program, says.

Good to know

• Everyone delivering services and programs at Peach Tree has personal insight and lived experience of the challenges of becoming a parent and raising young children.

difficult to navigate the system, advocate for myself and access the right support.”

Courtney attended multiple medical appointments and spent a significant amount of money trying to find answers before receiving the help she needed.

• Parents can self-refer via a form on the Peach Tree website.

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GIVING COAST PARENTS A HELPING HAND

A new wellbeing centre aims to provide a safe space to help mums and dads feel less isolated as they navigate their new roles.

Anew, free wellbeing centre has launched on the Sunshine Coast, aiming to reduce isolation and provide early emotional wellbeing support for families navigating pregnancy and the early years of parenting.

Peach Tree Perinatal Wellness has officially opened its Parent Wellbeing Centre in Maroochydore, offering free peer-led support groups, parenting programs and connection opportunities for local families.

Anxiety and obsessive-compulsive

disorder (OCD) weren’t what Sunshine Coast social worker Courtney Dummett expected when she became a new mum.

Now, she is using that lived experience to help other families feel less alone.

As regional lead, Courtney, alongside other skilled peer workers, provides free, peer-led emotional wellbeing support for mums and dads during pregnancy and the first five years of parenthood.

“My postnatal anxiety and OCD went unrecognised for months,” she says.

“Despite my professional background, understanding of childhood development and mental health conditions, I still found it incredibly

What stood out to her most during that time was how isolating parenthood could feel, especially when struggling.

“I realised there were so many parents sitting quietly in survival mode, feeling disconnected, overwhelmed and unsure where to turn,” she says.

“If you’re looking for compassionate, meaningful and inclusive support, please reach out to Peach Tree.

“You’re not alone and there is incredible power in community, connection and being able to say ‘me, too’ in a safe space.”

Peach Tree Sunshine Coast offers a range of free programs and services, including peer support groups, parenting programs, craft and connection sessions, music therapy, Pilates, yoga and referral support services for families.

Peach Tree Sunshine Coast is located at 9/11 Newspaper Place, Maroochydore. Families can also connect with Peach Tree Sunshine Coast via Facebook and Instagram.

Bookings are now open via peachtree.org.au

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COMMUNITY NOTES

Men’s Shed hosts campfire night

The Maroochy Men’s Shed recently hosted about 80 members, family and friends for an outback-themed campfire night.

With a campfire burning and eskies stocked, the evening began with guest MC Ashley Robinson introducing a getting-toknow-you session.

Dinner was prepared in traditional cast-iron camp ovens, accompanied by a stuffed baked apple dessert.

Seconds were popular.

Entertainment followed as members performed music, poetry and storytelling, including Chris Auld on guitar – featuring a song about the Moreton Bay whaling station.

Poems by Banjo Paterson were read by shed members Otto Alder and Geoff Clements, while the Wobbly Warblers performed a selection of songs, including Slim Dusty classics.

The night also featured the Outback Pro to Col campfire yarn by Merv Elliott, with the evening ending with a performance of his parody song My Shed Mates, based on Slim Dusty’s I Love To Have A Beer With Duncan Classic cars to go on display

A range of vintage and classic vehicles will be on display at the Maroochy Vehicle Owners Club open membership day in Yandina next month.

The event will be held at Nutworks car park on Pioneer Road on Saturday, June 13, from 9am to 1pm.

The free family event will feature classic Fords, Holdens, Chrysler and European vehicles, with members available to speak with visitors and answer questions.

The club is encouraging new members to attend, with on-the-day sign-ups available. For more information, go to maroochyvehicleownersclubinc.org.au.

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Enjoy more of the great outdoors I hope your week’s been a good one, with at least one moment to enjoy our great outdoors.

Speaking of outdoors, I have had a practical little win for Meridan Plains families.

New shade sails are being installed at two local playgrounds: Creekwood Wetland Park and Creekwood Estate Park.

More shade means cooler play spaces, happier parents and carers, and more time enjoying the park without feeling like you’re auditioning for Who Can Find The Only Shady Spot? All In for reconciliation

From May 27 to June 3, we mark National Reconciliation Week – a chance for all of us to learn, reflect and connect.

This year’s theme: ‘All In’ is a powerful reminder that reconciliation isn’t something we watch from the

sidelines. It needs every one of us to step up and be part of the journey.

Whether it’s attending an event, having a thoughtful conversation or taking time to learn more about First Nations histories and cultures, small actions add up. Check out the event program by searching for ‘National Reconciliation Week’ on Sunshine Coast Council’s website.

Conservation: how you can help And if you’re looking for a hands-on way to give back, I can’t recommend conservation volunteering enough.

The council supports a range of options, including BushCare (think community planting and working bees) and a beach clean-up program to help protect our coastline from litter and marine debris. It’s good for the environment, great for the soul and a lovely way to meet like-minded locals.

Visit the council’s website and look up ‘volunteer’ to be involved.

You can sign up for the Division 3 newsletter at our.sunshinecoast.qld.gov. au/subscribeDIV3 or catch-up with me in person, every second Tuesday of the month from 8.30-10am at various locations. Follow me on socials @Cr Tim Burns for details or contact my office: email division3@sunshinecoast.qld.gov. au or call 5420 8978.

29 MAY

LADIES OAKS DAY

Fashion, racing and live entertainment come together for 91.1 Hot FM Ladies Oaks Day, with a full day of trackside action and crowd-filled hospitality spaces. Racegoers can watch the horses from the Avenue, enjoy premium experiences in the Red Hot Garden Party, Parade Ring Terrace, Front Row VIP Cabanas or Atrium Dining, and take part in Fashions on the Field. Entertainment includes a live performance from Havana Brown, supported by Nat Sax and Spice, with music and a festival-style atmosphere continuing throughout the day.

When: Friday, May 29, noon-7.30pm.

Where: Sunshine Coast Turf Club, 170 Pierce Avenue, Caloundra.

Tickets: From $40, via sctc.com.au/ event/91-1-hot-fm-ladies-oaks-day-2026/

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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.

31 MAY

CHRIS STAPLETON TRIBUTE

Country music fans can experience the sound and style of Chris Stapleton in a live tribute show featuring powerful vocals, southern rock influences and a full band performance packed with crowd favourites and heartfelt ballads. Blending high-energy anthem moments with slower country tracks, the show delivers an intimate live music atmosphere suited to dedicated country fans and casual audiences.

When: Sunday, May 31, 3.30pm. Where: Kings Beach Tavern, 43 Burgess Street, Kings Beach. Tickets: $38.05, via oztix.com.au and search for ‘Chris Stapleton Tribute’.

30 MAY

COLLECTORAMA

Collectorama brings together antiques, collectibles, vintage goods, retro finds, handmade products and market stalls filled with unusual treasures and second-hand bargains. Popular with collectors, bargain hunters and families alike, the long-running event offers a constantly changing mix of memorabilia, homewares, records, toys and quirky one-off items.

Beyond the shopping, Collectorama promotes reusing and recycling pre-loved goods, giving old items a second life while creating a relaxed community atmosphere.

When: Saturday, May 30, 7am-2pm.

Where: Nambour Showgrounds, 80 Coronation Avenue, Nambour.

Tickets: $8 cash entry. Children free.

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JUNE THE TWO TENORS

The Two Tenors, Roger Davy and Mathew Leigh, will perform The Best of Josh Groban in a live concert, joined by special guest soprano Gabrielle Diaz. The performance features popular songs including You Raise Me Up, To Where You Are, The Prayer and Bridge Over Troubled Water, delivered with live vocals and orchestralstyle arrangements. Professionally filmed as part of an international promotional campaign, the concert promises a polished evening of contemporary classical and crossover favourites.

When: Thursday, June 4, at 6.30pm.

Where: The Presynct, 15 Ann Street, Nambour.

Tickets: $28.60-$38.80, via oztix.com.au and search for ‘The Two Tenors’.

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FROZEN – THE BROADWAY MUSICAL

Families and musical theatre fans can step into the world of Frozen as Disney’s Frozen – The Broadway Musical arrives on the Sunshine Coast in a new production from Cope Creative. Featuring a local cast, live vocals, large-scale choreography and theatrical stage effects, the production brings the story of sisters Elsa and Anna to life on stage. Audiences can expect popular songs including Let It Go, alongside additional music written for the Broadway version, with the show suited to children and adults.

When: Friday, June 5, at 6pm; Saturday, June 6, 1pm and 6pm; and Sunday, June 7, at 1pm.

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

Tickets: From $65, via theeventscentre.com.au/event/ frozen-the-broadway-musical/

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FRIDAY, MAY 29

Callum Taylor, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Lex Bielby, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Me and Jodie Lee, Maroochy RSL, 5pm

Suzie Keenan, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 6.30pm

Chris Ramsay, Caloundra RSL, 3.30pm

Junction Road Duo, Cooroy RSL, 6pm

Bucker Bros, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm

DJ Trademark, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm

DJ Paddy Duke, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm.

SATURDAY, MAY 30

Electrifying 80’s, The Event Centre, Caloundra, 7.30pm

Luke Combs Tribute, Kings Beach Tavern, 9pm

Living In The 80’s Cruise, Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore, 2pm

Mad For It, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm

Poco Loco, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7pm

Purple Martini, Maroochy RSL, 5pm

Colin Dodds, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm

Call Me Will, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm

Retro Riffs, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm.

SUNDAY, MAY 31

Zara Riddell, Alex Surf Club, 1pm

Marco, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 1.30pm

Brian Carlon, Maroochy RSL, 3.30pm

Simon Meola, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm.

* All events were correct at time of printing.

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MAGE HAS A DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY

After a lifetime studying in the ‘school of hard knocks’, Ashley Robinson considers his options if he finally decided to complete tertiary qualifications.

aybe it’s not too late for me to become smarter by earning some qualifications at the ripe old age of 69.

The other day, I read about someone who took 61 years to earn a history degree. I thought to myself: “Surely, I can get something accomplished in less time than that?”

The inspiration for me is tennis great Billie Jean King, who started a history degree at California State University in 1964. She left to become possibly the greatest female tennis player ever. Billie Jean not only won everything worth winning, but she also was a trail blazer for gender and pay equality. In typical fashion, the 82-year-old went back and finished what she started. It makes me want to achieve something meaningful in the next 13 years: something that qualifies me to do more. If I had a resume, it would list roles such as hotel manager, group hotel manager, CEO, sports administrator and project manager. But I have no formal qualifications for any of them. Sure, you may argue, I didn’t do a very good job on some or all of them but hey, someone gave me the job!

Maybe I could do law, like politicians? I have always been somewhat critical of them, so why not walk in their shoes? I ticked the politician box by at least trying to be one. Apparently second doesn’t make you the deputy mayor, but at least I tried.

Why would I pick law? While I do respect lawyers’ intelligence, many years ago a very smart and successful one mistook me for a journalist. So, that gives me some hope that I might be able to manage a degree. While I think I could do it, bear in mind that I thought I could play football and that didn’t work out well. Would I really want to defend people in a court when I knew they were probably guilty?

As I write this, I have had an epiphany: why not get some qualifications in something that requires zero. Canberra is full of people who have no qualifications. The ones who do have them have no idea about the real world. I could study political science: past and present representatives, public policy and government systems. But I imagine that would make me depressed.

Maybe psychology would be better. I could just study myself. Perhaps I am better just staying an unqualified mushroom.

“TOUR SANCTUARY UNDER THREAT

Sami Muirhead cannot believe thieves have invaded her home and stolen her family’s sense of safety, along with a car and personal items.

he dogs are barking very aggressively. I think someone is in our house.”

These are the words I spoke in a frightened whisper to my husband at 1am the night that events stole my feeling of feeling safe in my own home.

Three teenagers had broken into our home by scaling a fence and jimmying open a window. In a surreal game of cat and mouse, my husband searched in the dark to see if intruders were in our house. The thieves had taken my handbag and proceeded to steal my car.

The worst part? We would later find out that they were armed with a huge blade they took from our kitchen knife block. The young criminals hid from us in the dark before fleeing out the front door.

I cannot allow myself to think of the possible harm that could have come to my 15-year-old daughter who slept just metres from where the criminals must have been hiding. Now, my two sons do not sleep well because they worry someone will come into our home or the criminals will come back.

The next day, the police came and fingerprinted our doors and windows. Our

legendary neighbour, Mike, caught vision of the intruders on his security cameras as they walked down the street wearing scarves over their faces, searching for a car to steal.

The footage also shows them hiding just metres from my husband in our driveway as he checks on our cars. As soon as he returns inside, the thieves run out from the dark wall they were pressed against, jump in my car and reverse down the driveway.

The Jeep was found a week later at Logan. The thieves stole items and damaged it. They left behind shoes, plastic gloves, a phone and selfie stick (they use this to see what is on the other side of fences they are jumping over). In the week after they took the car, they were filling up with petrol and driving off. The thieves parked my car metres from where one of them lives.

And the knife. The huge knife. It was still in the back seat pocket: a sickening jolt to prove to me just how lucky we had been.

The youths were caught. Their punishment? They were found guilty, but no conviction was recorded. They were given six months probation and released immediately. Words really cannot describe how I feel about this.

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

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

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

Healthy fats are essential. Foods such as extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, seeds and oily fish support brain structure, hormone balance and cardiovascular health.

Alongside this, protein becomes more important with age, helping to maintain muscle mass, support immunity and regulate blood sugar.

SIMPLE HABITS TO LIVE STRONGER FOR LONGER

When we think about longevity, it’s easy to focus on how long we live. But increasingly, the conversation is shifting – from lifespan to healthspan.

The goal isn’t just more years, but better ones: more energy, clearer thinking, stronger movement and a deeper sense of wellbeing.

Small habits, big life – across studies and cultures, long-living populations share common lifestyle patterns.

These individuals challenge their brains regularly through learning, creativity and new experiences. They stay socially connected, recognising that community plays a central role in mental and physical health. They actively manage stress, whether through time in nature,

mindfulness or setting clear boundaries. And importantly, they move their bodies consistently – not in extreme bursts, but in steady, regular ways.

What’s most encouraging is how achievable this is. Longevity isn’t built on perfection or rigid routines. It grows from simple, repeatable behaviours done consistently and with purpose.

Nutrition is one of the most powerful tools for supporting healthy ageing – the key lies in keeping inflammation low, metabolism balanced and the brain well nourished.

A diverse, plant-rich diet is a strong foundation. Think vibrant vegetables, seasonal fruits, herbs and whole grains. Aim for a spectrum of colours to provide different antioxidants and phytonutrients that support cellular health.

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Fibre also plays a vital role, particularly in gut health. A well-supported microbiome influences digestion, mood, immunity and energy. Whole foods such as legumes, oats, vegetables and fermented options including yoghurt and sauerkraut help nourish this internal ecosystem.

Even meal timing can have an impact. Eating larger meals earlier in the day and avoiding late-night eating may support metabolic health, energy levels and sleep quality.

Supporting energy from within – at a cellular level, ageing is closely linked to how efficiently we produce energy.

This process relies heavily on the mitochondria: often referred to as the body’s energy centres. Supporting these systems through balanced nutrition and key nutrients helps maintain vitality over time.

Antioxidant-rich foods help protect cells from oxidative stress, while nutrients involved in energy metabolism play a role in sustaining cellular function.

Hydration is another essential, yet

dehydration can contribute to fatigue, headaches and reduced concentration, making consistent fluid intake a simple but powerful habit.

Sleep is one of the body’s most important repair processes – during the night, the brain clears waste, consolidates memory and supports mood regulation.

Establishing a consistent sleep routine and getting regular morning sunlight can help regulate circadian rhythms, particularly as they naturally shift with age.

Cognitive health is equally vital. While some changes in memory may occur over time, significant decline is not inevitable.

Staying mentally active, socially engaged and physically well can all help preserve brain function long term.

Physical strength is one of the strongest predictors of healthy ageing –muscle mass supports metabolism, balance and independence, while bone and joint health underpin mobility and resilience.

Regular movement throughout the day – whether walking, stretching or simply breaking up long periods of sitting – helps reduce inflammation and support blood sugar balance. Incorporating strength training a few times each week can have profound benefits for long-term health.

Small habits, lasting impact – longevity doesn’t come from one perfect routine. It’s built through small, consistent actions that compound over time.

Whether your focus is supporting energy, staying strong or protecting your cognitive health, the choices you make each day matter. With the right foundations –nutrition, movement, sleep and connection – you can create a future that feels not just longer, but fuller, stronger and more vibrant.

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HOW TO ATTAIN BETTER VISION WITHOUT LIMITS

As more people seek greater freedom from glasses and contact lenses, laser vision correction is becoming an increasingly popular option across the Sunshine Coast.

Advances in technology now allow treatment to be tailored to different ages, lifestyles and vision needs – from younger patients wanting freedom from contact lenses, through to people over 40 looking for solutions for reading and distance vision.

Modern laser vision correction has evolved significantly over the past decade.

Detailed pre-operative assessments, advanced corneal mapping and customised treatment planning now allow surgeons to better match procedures to a patient’s occupation, hobbies and visual goals.

Whether you enjoy surfing, golf, cycling, travel or simply want clearer day-to-day vision, treatment planning focuses on supporting your lifestyle.

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Most treatments take only minutes per eye, with many patients returning to normal activities within a day or two.

EyeHub also places strong emphasis on transparency and long-term care.

Patients receive a single-fee structure with no hidden or additional costs, and full one-year aftercare included. From the initial, no-obligation video consultation through to pre- and post-operative reviews, the focus remains on safety, communication and ongoing support through the laser vision coordination team.

EyeHub is offering a limited end-offinancial-year laser vision correction promotion for suitable patients. Conditions apply. Contact the team to learn more and see without limits.

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ADVANCED ORTHOPAEDIC CARE FOR HAPPY HIPS, KNEES AND ANKLES

Orthopaedic care is evolving rapidly, with technology and treatment approaches offering patients more options than ever before.

One of the more significant advancements is roboticassisted surgery, which allows for greater precision in joint replacement procedures.

“Robotic technology allows us to plan and perform surgery with a level of accuracy that wasn’t possible before,” says Dr Navi Bali (pictured), a Mako top-10 surgeon in Queensland for robotic Mako hip and knee replacements volume in 2024 and 2025.

“It has the potential benefits of better alignment and a smoother recovery for patients.”

Dr Bali added that surgery is not always the first step.

“Many patients benefit from nonoperative treatments such as PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections, which can reduce pain and support the body’s natural healing process,” he says.

“There’s no age too young or too old to improve mobility. If lower-limb pain is impacting your functionality, we have

options to get you back to the hobbies, exercise and lifestyle you love.”

Dr Bali consults at Sunny Coast Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic and operates at Buderim Private Hospital and Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital.

Get in touch to explore your options. See sunnycoastorthoandfracture.com.au.

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Using state-of-the-art ZEISS laser technology, our team delivers personalized treatment plans tailored to your lifestyle and vision goals.

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Dr Lochlan Fennell demonstrates the Chromium IX to clinicians and Wishlist CEO Brendan Hogan (left)

WISHLIST FUNDS SECURE CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY

Cancer treatment on the Sunshine Coast is set to take a major step forward with the arrival of a cutting-edge machine.

Wishlist and the Sunshine Coast Health Institute (SCHI) have unveiled the Chromium IX Single-Cell Analysis System.

Earlier this month, clinicians and researchers had their first training session with the equipment, bought with proceeds from Wishlist’s 2025 Spring Carnival.

The powerful tool can identify unique cells, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases such as cancer and autoimmune disorders. The instrument is a significant advancement for the region, promising tailored therapies and advanced research.

SCHI’s Barry Pritchard says the world-class technology allow researchers to unlock personalised treatments and improved outcomes for patients.

“If you think of your body like a giant city made up of trillions and trillions of tiny little cells that make up a building, most machines we have currently in the lab can only look at the buildings from a distant perspective,” he says.

“The Chromium IX allows researchers to zoom in to each building and see what each component is doing on an individual basis. It does this by separating 1000s and 1000s of cells by putting each one into its own very, very tiny droplet of a lipid or an oil with special tagging technology.

Wishlist CEO Brendan Hogan says the Chromium IX delivers on the charity’s aim to support health care close to home: “Once again, Wishlist and the community, working side-by-side, has provided equipment that will help our local hospital staff deliver even better care for patients, close to home.”

Patients across the Sunshine Coast are increasingly looking for timely, accessible healthcare – particularly when it comes to persistent back and neck pain or neurological concerns.

Sunshine Coast Neurosurgery patients now have the option to book directly with nurse practitioner Vikki Brook without the need for a GP referral.

This streamlined approach is helping locals access expert neurological assessment sooner, while also reducing the delays that can often come with specialist pathways.

Vikki brings more than 10 years of experience in surgical and perioperative nursing, along with over five years working specifically in neurosurgery, including surgical assisting.

Her extensive clinical background allows her to provide thorough, patientfocused care for people experiencing a wide range of neurological and spinal symptoms.

As a nurse practitioner in neurosurgery, Vikki is qualified to perform comprehensive neurological examinations and assessments.

She can also order appropriate radiology investigations, helping patients

begin the diagnostic process quickly and efficiently. Where further specialist input is required, Vikki can refer patients directly to the appropriate medical specialists, ensuring continuity of care and a coordinated treatment pathway.

Importantly, patients do not need to wait for a GP referral before making an appointment.

Individuals seeking advice or assessment for ongoing neurological symptoms can contact the clinic directly to arrange a consultation with Vikki.

Appointments are available at the Birtinya and Noosa consulting locations, offering convenient access for patients across the region.

To learn more or arrange an appointment with Vikki, visit scneurosurgery.com.au or call 5437 7256.

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While investments such as shares and cryptocurrency make up assets of your estate, there are particular challenges with the digital currency. Cryptocurrency is considered property. It can be gifted and dealt with like any other asset. The main issues arise when locating the crypto, accessing the wallet and selling/ transferring the assets.

Locating crypto – as the digital currency that does not have a physical form, it is stored typically in software/hardware/paper wallets. These wallets can also be custodial or non-custodial: either a third-party or the user has control of the private key. Each wallet will have a public key and a private key. If you have lost, misplaced or cannot locate the private key information, your cryptocurrency is unrecoverable and can not be distributed in your estate.

Accessing crypto – if your cryptocurrency is stored in a hardware (such as a USB) or paper wallet, it is crucial that the physical wallet is located somewhere known to your executors and accessible at the time of your death. The private key will almost always be stored with the physical wallet. Being unable to access the wallet and key will mean that nobody will have access to the assets and your crypto will be lost.

Buying crypto through an app or web browser will mean that you have a custodial account where the platform will hold the private key encrypted in the platform. These wallets are always protected by passwords and two-factor authentication and are also used to prove ownership of the wallet.

Without these passwords to access the encrypted key, most platforms will not release the cryptocurrency to your executors. While it is not advisable to include your passwords in your will itself, we recommend noting these passwords in a memorandum stored with your will.

Selling and transferring crypto – iust like other investments, crypto can be sold or transferred. Sold – the main problem will be the volatility of the market. Transferred – there may be issues if you have significant debts in your estate.

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BE PREPARED FOR REFORM

Australia’s upcoming Payday Super reform marks one of the most significant shifts in retirement policy in decades – and yet, many employers and employees are still under-prepared.

Set to require superannuation contributions to be paid at the same time as wages, rather than quarterly, the change is designed to close gaps that have long disadvantaged workers.

Missed or delayed super payments have cost Australians billions in retirement savings. By aligning super with each payday, the system becomes more transparent, timely and fair.

But while the policy intent is clear, the transition will not be effortless. For businesses, particularly small and

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medium enterprises, this means rethinking cash flow management, payroll systems and compliance processes.

What was once a quarterly obligation will soon become a routine operational responsibility.

Those who fail to adapt early risk administrative strain, penalties and reputational damage.

For employees, the reform is a reminder to become more engaged with their super. More frequent contributions mean balances will grow more steadily –but only if payments are made correctly.

Now is the time to check accounts, consolidate funds and ensure employer compliance. Preparation is not optional: it’s essential.

Businesses should be auditing payroll systems now, seeking advice and running parallel processes ahead of the deadline.

Employees should be paying closer attention to payslips and super deposits.

The Payday Super change is ultimately a win for fairness and financial security.

But like any reform, its success depends not just on legislation, but also on how well we prepare for its reality.

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Who can you trust with TDTs?

Recent federal budget discussions about trusts have sparked debate around Testamentary Discretionary Trusts (TDTs).

While the name sounds complicated, these trusts are commonly included in Wills to help protect children, grandchildren and inherited assets. But should TDTs be ‘lumped in’ with family or discretionary trusts when dealing with the tax treatment?

Many lawyers and estate planning professionals would say no. Unlike a family trust, which is set up during someone’s lifetime, a TDT only comes into effect after a person dies. Families often use them to help protect inheritances from risks such as a beneficiary separating from a partner, bankruptcy, financial pressure or vulnerable spending habits.

There can also be tax advantages, particularly for younger beneficiaries, but tax saving really isn’t the main reason most families use them. For many people, the driver is the asset protection and flexibility for future generations. It is a concern that if proposed changes do not specifically exclude TDTs, the people most impacted may be lower income beneficiaries and those in precarious financial circumstances.

I’m a Wills & Estates lawyer, not an accountant, but these proposed changes have the potential to significantly impact estate planning strategies. When the law is settled, it may be good time to revisit your estate plan.

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The way forward for investors after federal budget

The biggest budget changes relate to proposed updates to negative gearing and capital gains tax.

While these changes could influence future investment decisions, the good news is that nothing changes immediately, and most proposed changes are not set to begin until July 1, 2027. If you already own an investment property, or purchased one before May 12 this year, existing negative gearing rules will be grandfathered so that existing investors are protected.

The biggest impact will be for people planning to buy an investment property in the future. Under the proposed changes, negative gearing will only apply to new build properties from July 2027, which could make newly built homes more attractive for investors.

There are also proposed changes to capital gains tax (CGT). The current 50 per cent CGT discount may be removed but, importantly, this would only apply to future growth from July 1, 2027.

The good news? Self-managed super funds are excluded from negative gearing and CGT changes. We’re already fielding calls from property investors. Lenders seem to have a solid appetite for this sector so it could be an opportunity for further exploration.

Review super by end of financial year

Non-concessional superannuation contribution limits are currently $120,000 per annum.

From next financial year, this increases to $130,000, or up to $390,000 under the three-year bring-forward rule if you are eligible, subject to your total super balance and being under the age of 75. This may be beneficial for those looking to contribute larger amounts following the sale of a property or receipt of an inheritance. You may also wish to speak with your adviser about a recontribution strategy.

From July 1, concessional contribution limits will increase to $32,500. This includes all employer super guarantee contributions, salary sacrifice and any personal deductible contributions. So, it is important to consider your total position to ensure you remain within the cap.

You may also wish to consider whether you are eligible to make additional personal contributions or utilise any unused concessional contribution caps from previous years. There are specific eligibility rules, including whether a tax deduction can be claimed. Review before proceeding.

As we approach the end of the financial year, it is important to ensure any contributions are received by your super fund in time. Most funds have cut-off dates, and contributions are counted based on when the fund receives the money, not when it leaves your account.

Self-managed super fund flexibility

Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) can offer significant flexibility. They allow the members to make investments and enter arrangements that may not be available through retail or industry superannuation funds. However, being an SMSF trustee does come with important responsibilities to ensure that all dealings comply with superannuation law.

Two critical areas to keep front of mind are:

• The sole purpose test – this test requires that superannuation funds should be managed for the sole purpose of providing retirement benefits to fund members. While some SMSFs may have dealings with or investments in related entities, these are subject to strict limits and when arrangements are entered into, it is important that first and foremost SMSF trustees are considering the retirement benefits of the fund members, rather than the needs of any external parties.

• Arm’s length requirements – in addition to the sole purpose test, there are superannuation and taxation law requirements that SMSF trustees always deal on arm’s length commercial terms. This is again particularly important when arrangements are with fund members and/or related parties.

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GRAMMAR ROBOTICS TEAM SHINES AT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Sunshine Coast Grammar School has celebrated a stand-out result on the world stage, with its robotics team delivering an impressive performance at the first Tech Challenge World Championships in Houston, Texas.

The team, known as the ‘Iron Lions’,

competed against 358 others from 33 countries in one of the world’s most competitive student robotics events.

In an impressive debut, the Iron Lions finished 25th out of 57 teams in their division after the qualifying rounds, placing them among the top-performing teams

in a strong international field.

The highlight of the competition came when the team was selected by the seventh-seed alliance captain to compete in the playoff matches.

Joining forces with other leading teams, their alliance advanced through the finals to secure fourth place in the division.

Justin Pembroke, head of digital innovation at Sunshine Coast Grammar School, says the result reflects both the capability and commitment of the students.

“The team’s performance at the World Championships is something they should be incredibly proud of,” he says.

“They demonstrated strong engineering and problem-solving skills, as well as teamwork and resilience under pressure.”

The Iron Lions secured their place at the global event following a strong performance at the national championships earlier this year, earning them the opportunity to represent Australia on the international stage.

Principal Anna Owen says the achievement highlights the school’s focus on preparing students for future industries.

“We are incredibly proud of the Iron Lions and what they have achieved,” she says. “This reflects our commitment to developing students who are innovators, critical thinkers and confident problem-solvers.”

The result marks another milestone for Sunshine Coast Grammar School’s growing robotics and STEM programs, with the Iron Lions setting a strong benchmark for future teams to follow.

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Known for bringing heart, humour and hands-on learning to every session, Queen of Hearts Training specialises in workplace emergency training for industries including dental, general practice, day surgery, radiology, childcare, aeronautical and hospitality. The team also provides expert NDIS High-Intensity Support Skills Training.

Using high-fidelity simulation, advanced manikins and real-world clinical experience, courses are nationally recognised and tailored to each client. As a fully mobile service, Queen of Hearts Training delivers flexible, on-site education that empowers people with the skills and confidence to respond in an emergency.

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Siena Catholic College has celebrated a vibrant week of co-curricular engagement, with a series of enriching experiences designed to inspire learning, reflection and student wellbeing.

A highlight of the week was History Week, which brought the past to life through a range of interactive daily activities.

Students engaged in quizzes, historical investigations and themed challenges, building their understanding of significant events and influential figures. The week culminated in a whole-school celebration on the Friday, where students were invited to dress as the person in history they most admire –an opportunity to honour individuals whose courage, leadership and vision have shaped our world.

Year 9 students have also participated in their annual Retreat: a meaningful experience focused on personal growth, relationships and spiritual reflection.

The one-night event provided students with valuable time away from the classroom to deepen their sense of identity, strengthen connections with peers and reflect on their place within the Siena community.

Supporting student wellbeing, the college welcomed Brainstorm Productions, which delivered an engaging performance incorporating drama, music and movement. The presentation provided practical strategies for building resilience, managing challenges and promoting positive mental health, equipping students with tools to navigate the complexities of adolescence.

The week’s activities reflected Siena’s commitment to educating the whole person – academically, socially and spiritually – through opportunities that extended beyond the classroom to foster curiosity, connection and wellbeing.

Learn more at siena.qld.edu.au.

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HOROSCOPES

ARIES (MAR 21 - APR 19)

Can you keep your impatient side under control? If you can, then you’ll astound and amaze others with your can-do attitude, natural personal authority, networking skills, creative ideas and talent for leadership.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUG 22)

This week mighty Mars boosts professional confidence and motivation, so it’s time to think big. The sun/Saturn link also helps you power ahead with ambitious dreams, goal setting and future planning. You must be persistent though!

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22 - DEC 21)

The stars amp up your need for freedom and avant-garde adventures but don’t feel you have to tackle a project or problem on your own. There are plenty of people around who are happy to help and are keen to offer innovative alternatives.

QUIZ

1. In 2025, a painting by which Austrian artist sold for a record-breaking $364 million Australian dollars?

TAURUS (APR 20 - MAY 20)

Motivation, charm and exploration will really take you places, as you call in a few old favours and make some dynamic decisions. Avoid getting stuck in a boring rut. This week, fortune definitely favours the bold and the brave.

VIRGO (AUG 23 - SEP 22)

Are you confident enough for big-time success? You won’t get ahead if you waste time making mountains out of molehills. A wonderful opportunity is heading in your direction. Stop overthinking and start doing!

CAPRICORN (DEC 22 - JAN 19)

A partner, friend or family member could try to pull the wool over your eyes, so stay alert, ask plenty of questions and double-check everything. Tuesday and Wednesday are terrific for planning a work project or completing a domestic task.

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)

Daring, innovative Uranus is visiting your sign, so make the most of this powerful placement. A confident attitude, an adventurous spirit and an inquiring mind will take you far. But beware of making assumptions and believing fake news.

LIBRA (SEP 23 - OCT 22)

This week, no less than six planets are activating your partnership and aspirations zones. So, it’s a good time to go on a first date, snuggle up close with your sweetheart or dream up some ambitious goals for the future.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 - FEB 18)

Quirky Aquarians are talented creatures with inventive, fertile imaginations, and this week the sun, Mercury and Uranus (your ruling planet) are visiting your creativity zone. So, it’s time to show the world how fabulously creative you can be.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22)

Are you feeling impatient? Saturn cautions you to be less hasty and a lot more strategic, as you steer clear of quick-fixes and, instead, plan for the long-term. Good things will eventually come to clever Crabs who learn to wait.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 - NOV 21)

The sun, Mercury and Uranus boost your business brain, and you’ll feel more positive about your financial and professional future. But resist the urge to be precious about possessions and possessive of loved ones.

PISCES (FEB 19 - MAR 20)

The sun and Saturn make a positive connection, which is good for self-esteem and family matters. But a financial matter requires a reality check – and much more planning than you originally thought. Don’t believe everything you hear and don’t rush.

WHOSE WORD STEP

2. What is the home of the gods in Greek mythology?

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

3. Actor Adam Driver (pictured) portrayed a bus driver in which acclaimed

2016 Jim Jarmusch film?

4. What does the acronym URL stand for?

5. How many hearts does an octopus have?

6. British pop star Charlotte Emma Aitchison is better known under what stage name?

SMALT

7. Topkapi Palace, which used to be the main residence of the Ottoman Empire’s sultans, is located in which city?

8. Which element has the atomic number 1?

9. Which famous composer’s third symphony was nicknamed the Eroica symphony?

10. Which Australian government agency’s 2025 website redesign received widespread criticism?

OLYMPIC DREAM FOR SHORT-TERM RENTALS

Coast home owners and investors have a golden opportunity as Airbnb will play a critical role in supplying accommodation to the Brisbane Games.

Mum-and-dad home owners are set to strike 2032 Olympic gold, turning spare rooms into Games success because of a major hotel shortage, including on the Sunshine Coast.

And they could be sharing their homes with Olympic athletes.

Short-term rentals have been backed

to fill visitor demand and share the Olympic tourism boom after it was revealed barely a quarter of the hotel rooms required for the 2032 Games were on track to be delivered.

Athletes and officials could be among those booking an Airbnb for a place to stay. Airbnb is an official partner of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) and

an “important part of our accommodation mix”, a spokesperson says.

“We regularly use Airbnb at Games time to supplement our accommodation requirements for athletes and officials to ensure they are near their competition venues,” the AOC spokesperson says.

Hotel building across Brisbane, the Gold and Sunshine coasts has almost stopped despite strong bookings and higher room rates, a recent Property Council of Australia report reveals.

Queensland is well behind the state government’s hotel targets, with the current pipeline expected to deliver about 24 per cent of the 14,700 extra rooms needed by 2032, CBRE, a global real estate and investment firm, says.

Airbnb will play a critical role in meeting Brisbane’s Olympic accommodation needs and share Games tourism spoils with local communities, the company says.

“When the International Olympic Committee assessed Brisbane’s bid, Airbnb was explicitly recognised as part of the accommodation mix needed to help the city host the Games successfully,” Airbnb Australia and New Zealand’s Susan Wheeldon says.

Research from Los Angeles suggests home sharing and other short-term rentals could help house Olympic crowds

and spread the benefits beyond the big operators.

A Deloitte report for Airbnb on the LA28 Games found spectator demand was likely to exceed hotel and other formal lodging capacity, with short-term rentals expected to soak up much of the overflow and generate hundreds-of-millions of dollars in extra economic activity.

During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Airbnb boosted the city’s accommodation supply by more than 50 per cent and helped keep prices in check for visitors.

At the 2026 Winter Games in Milan, short-term rentals helped spread visitors across the wider region, into mountain towns and villages, and curbed localised hotel price gouging.

Tourism bodies argue any similar move in Queensland would need to be carefully managed to avoid worsening local rental pressures, but say there is room for targeted, time-limited measures linked to major events.

Tourism Industry Council Queensland says the visitor economy is running hot and needs beds and infrastructure to match.

Premier David Crisafulli says the Games should be seen as “nothing but opportunity” for the state, including for accommodation providers looking beyond the two weeks of Olympic competition.

Spectacular North-Facing Penthouse

4/23 Queen Of Colonies Parade, Moffat Beach

Commanding an extraordinary north-facing position along the iconic Moffat Beach headland, this spectacular residence delivers an unparalleled coastal lifestyle with breathtaking ocean views, expansive house-sized proportions and an exclusive rooftop retreat unlike anything else on the market.

Showcasing

AUCTIONS

Saturday, 30 May

9:00 AM

4/3 Orient Court, Buderim

Open from 8:30am

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029 Teale Ring 0422 700 980

Saturday, 30 May

10:00 AM

2/1 Barnes Drive, Buderim

Open from 9:30am

Jacob S nson 0481 101 689

Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Saturday, 30 May

10:00 AM

4/91 Goonawarra Drive, Mooloolaba

Open From: 9:30am Brent Higgins 0414 775 133

Saturday, 30 May

12:00 PM

28/139-141 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore

Open from 11:30am

Niall Molloy 0448 954 272 Lo e Gunter 0426 166 791

Sales of the week

Saturday, 30 May

12:00 PM

111-121 Main Creek Road, Tanawha

Open from 11:30am Jake Loiero 0448 000 933

Saturday, 30 May

2:00 PM

17 Wilguy Crescent, Buderim Open from 1:30pm Lew Po nger 0419 788 547 Tully Thompson 0428 959 238

Saturday, 30 May

3:00 PM

11 Harvard Court, Sippy Downs Open from 2:30pm

Ma hew Burke 0448 221 481

Pam Thomas 0438 272 096

Thursday, 4 June 5:00 PM

58 Evergreen Drive, Glenview Open from 4:30pm Ma O’Grady 0461 457 706

Alisha Broadstock 0400 298 611

Thursday, 4 June 5:00 PM

10 Rim Road, Buderim Open from 4:30pm

Gregory Ward 0497 659 029

Steve Langford 0451 115 122

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

•

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 colour 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

bring the whole team

White Mooloolaba 07 5444 3455

9 Teewah Street, Dicky Beach

on

• Generous 736m2 private allotment featuring a direct walkway to Coochin Park

• Prime coastal loca on tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac

• Comprising 3 modern bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, plus a dedicated home office

• Well appointed kitchen connects with indoor living spaces and outdoor entertaining areas

• Alfresco dining, a private courtyard, and expansive front and back decks

• Substan al workshop, dedicated storeroom, and separate shed

• Walk to the surf, the cafés, and the park from your own private oasis

on Sold Prior to Auc on for $1,860,000

TO LIFE IN THE PENTHOUSE

4/42 Fifth Avenue, Maroochydore

Privately positioned at the quiet end of River Esplanade, this 638sqm residence spans the top two levels and is the only residential apartment in the building, offering an exceptional sense of privacy, scale and exclusivity. With Mooloolah River, the beach, The Wharf, dining, shopping and the new cycle bridge all within easy reach, the lifestyle is outstanding. Inside, generous living zones, a chef’s kitchen, media room and four bedrooms provide flexibility, while extensive balconies and all-weather grassed outdoor space create a rare connection to the outdoors. The private rooftop deck is a highlight, capturing 360-degree views.

• 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

on Sold at Auc on for $1,506,000

Dune on Watson: Architectural Beachfront Residence on One of the Sunshine Coast’s Most Tightly Held Streets

Some addresses you find, others you wait for: Dune on Watson is one of those, a bespoke architectural designer residence, boasting absolute beachfront living with no roads to cross, no barriers to the ocean, in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most tightly held streets, where properties are rarely offered.

Designed by award-winning, highly acclaimed Trevor Reitsma, the build was completed mid-2021, and the site has been held by the same owners since 1989. Across three levels, complete with an elevator; Dune on Watson offers light-filled luxury living oriented towards the sea showcasing more than just stunning views but indeed embodying the very rhythm of the ocean.

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

CHARMING HIDDEN GEM IN BUDERIM AUCTION

39 Quiet Valley Crescent, Buderim

Positioned in a peaceful leafy cul-de-sac in the heart of Buderim, this charming colonial-inspired residence combines timeless character with relaxed family living on a generous block. Warm and inviting throughout, the home offers a spacious singlelevel design with multiple living zones, and light-filled interiors. Perfectly located moments from Buderim Village, quality schools, and Sunshine Coast amenities, this is a home that delivers charm, comfort and convenience in a tightly held location.

• Quiet cul-de-sac position

• High raked ceilings

• Multiple flexible living zones

• Charming colonial character

• Expansive 879m² block

• Minutes to Buderim Village

Auction: Saturday 4th July at 1pm Onsite

Inspect: Saturday 30th May 1-1:30pm

Kathleen Hogan 0472 980 707

Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

PRIME BUDDINA OPPORTUNITY - SOUGHT AFTER ‘BEACHFRONT’ DEVELOPMENT!

A refined take on coastal living, this 193m2 ground floor residence within the highly sought after ‘Beachfront’ building delivers a blend of design, lifestyle and position in one of Buddina’s most tightly held beachside pockets. Completed in 2024 and positioned on a prized northern side of the complex, the home offers a rare level of privacy and accessibility, just moments from the shoreline. Sand, surf, cafés and everyday conveniences all within easy walking distance.

Where Change Becomes Opportunity – Distinctly Fletcher Riley

Rebecca Fletcher 0404 866 358

rebecca@fletcherriley.com.au

Alan Riley 0422 723 719 alan@fletcherriley.com.au

Sale Viewing Sat. 30th May 11:00-11:30am

OVER 85% SOLD MOVE IN THIS SPRING 3 &

4 BED RESIDENCES WITH TRANQUIL LAKE AND PARK VIEWS

Old Peachester Road, Peachester QLD 4519

1. Optus and Vodafone are proposing to upgrade the mobile phone base station on the existing monopole at the above address. RFNSA: 4519005

2. In summary, this upgrade will comprise of:

• Removal of six (6) existing panel antennas;

• Installation of six (6) new panel antennas (each 2.688m long) at a height of 28.85m;

• Installation of three (3) new 5G panel antennas (each 0.697m long) at a height of 28.95m;

• Installation of three (3) new 5G panel antennas (each 0.758m long) at a height of 27.9m; and

• Installation, relocation and removal of ancillary equipment, including within the existing equipment shelter.

3. We invite you to provide your feedback or request further information by contacting us at: Russell Carman Optus.submissions@servicestream.com.au, 0447 240 015 or by post to:

Service Stream (Wireless) Level 3, Tower B, Zenith Centre, 821 Pacific Highway, Chatswood NSW 2067 by 5pm Friday 12 June 2026.

4. For more information, please visit www.rfnsa.com.au/4519005

Service Stream Ltd A.B.N. 46 072 369 870 Optus Networks Pty Ltd A.B.N. 92 008 570 330

YOUR PRIME TIME TV GUIDE

ABC TV (CH2) SEVEN (CH7) NINE (CH8)

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Shetland. (M) Calder and Tosh dig into Annie and Bergen’s relationship.

9.30 Gruen. (PG) 10.05 Urzila. (M) 10.35 News.

6pm Kath & Kim. (PG)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) A star football player isfound dead.

8.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+) Nikki and Jack try tocatch agunman.

10.15 Bergerac. (M) 11.00 Rage. (MA15+)

6.30pm Compass. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 The Assembly. (PG)

8.15 Bad Company. (M) Opening Night of Le Paysan... arrives.

8.40 Bergerac. (M) Bergerac must negotiate for his life and solve the murder.

9.40 Death In Paradise. (M)

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program. 9.20 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Planet America.

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 Gladiator. (2000) (M) Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix. ARoman general seeks revenge. 11.40 TBA.

6pm Seven News.

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

8.10 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.10 How To Poison Your Husband. (M) Details the shocking crimes ofHeather Mook.

10.45 24 Hours In Police Custody: Sudden Death – Think Murder. (M)

Todd Sampson’s Why? (M) 6pm Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (PG)

8.50 Murder In The Skies: Who Downed MH17? (PG)

9.35 Compass. (PG) 10.05 If You’re Listening.

7pm News.

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)

6pm 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE Dune. (2021) (M) Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson. Ayoung nobleman’s family isattacked.

10.30 MOVIE Species. (1995) (MA15+) Natasha Henstridge. Scientists chase ahalf-alien girl.

6pm 9News Sunday.

7.00 Shark! (PG)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 The First 48: What About Me/Last Round. (M) A mother

11.10 American Ripper. (M)

(CH5) SBS (CH3)

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 Big

6.30pm The Dog House. A biker looks for anew sidekick.

7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PG) Theteam helps afamily ofsix.

9.30 Ambulance Australia. (M) Crews race toa call for aslashed throat. 11.30 Elsbeth. (PG)

6.30pm 10 News+.

7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take tothe kitchen.

8.15 Race Across The World. (M) Theteams travel through Sumatra.

6.30pm News.

7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean. (PG)

8.25 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland: From Lucerne Via Interlaken To Jungfraujoch. (M)

9.25 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar: Passion. (M) 10.20 The Wonders Of Europe. (M)

9.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PG) Hosted byTom Gleeson. 10.30 FBI. (M) 11.30 10 News+. 6.30pm SBS World News. 7.30 The Hunt For The Last Nazis. (M) A look atNazi war criminals hiding inAustralia. 9.00 Mysteries Of Stonehenge: Secrets Of The

6pm Seven Local News.

My Reno Rules. (M) Hosted byDr Chris Brown. 9.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) Insights and experiences that highlight living well. 10.15 The Agenda Setters. 6pm 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (PG) 8.30 Explore TV: Western Australia. Six friends track across WA. 9.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 (M)

10.15 Planet America. 6pm Seven Local News.

6.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG)

7.00 News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Restoration Australia.

9.00 The Assembly: Ian Thorpe. (PG) 9.45 Shaun

Seven News.

Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (M) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) Takes alighter look atall things AFL.

(PG) Hosted byHamish McLachlan.

The Agenda Setters.

9News. 7.00 ACA.

Events That Changed Australia. (M) 8.30 NRL Origin Story. Looks at the original “Origin” rule.

Freddy And The Eighth. (M)

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 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

8.30 Insight. A look atthe terrible effects ofdementia.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Living Black.

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7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! (PG) 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters

“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG) 10.30 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.15 Children’s Programs. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.45 Children’s Programs.

7.30pm The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. 8.05 Secrets At Red Rocks. (PG) 8.30 Animal Park. 10.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG) 10.45 Children’s Programs. 11.25 Ultimate Vets.

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.25 Young Sheldon. (PG) 8.40 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) 8.40 Steven Universe. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.20 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 Merlin. (PG) 11.20 Deadly 60.

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. Carlton vGeelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 MOVIE 21. (2008) (M)

6pm Dog Patrol. (PG) 6.30 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)

7pm Storage Wars. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Taken 3. (2014) (M) Liam Neeson. 9.45 MOVIE The 6th Day. (2000) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger. 12.15am Storage Wars. (M)

6pm Border Security: International. (PG) 7.00 Football. AFL. West Coast vEssendon. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 MOVIE S.W.A.T. (2003) (M)

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

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.

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.50 Escape To The Country. 11.50 Hornby: A Model Empire. (PG)

6.30pm Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG) 8.45 Foyle’s War. (M) 11.00 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG)

6.30pm Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 8.30 Rookie Truckers. (PG) 9.30 Outback Truckers. (PG) 10.30 Train Rescue Down Under. 11.30 Deadliest Roads.

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

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) 7.00 Football. AFL. Adelaide vGeelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 MOVIE Underworld: Awakening. (2012) (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30

The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE 17 Again. (2009) (PG) Zac Efron, Leslie Mann, Thomas Lennon. 9.30 MOVIE

The DUFF. (2015) (M) Mae Whitman. 11.30 Seinfeld. (PG)

7.30pm MOVIE Shazam! (2019) (M) Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Asher Angel. 10.10 MOVIE Cooked. (2025) (MA15+) Baylee Arndt, Zane Menegazzo. 11.50 Top 20 Funniest. (M)

7.30pm MOVIE Black Adam. (2022) (M) Dwayne Johnson, Sarah Shahi, Aldis Hodge. 10.00 MOVIE Locker. (2025) (M) Matt Visciglio, Vincent Donato, Marcus Catt.

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Dumb And Dumber. (1994) (PG) Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels. 10.45 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.45 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE The Hangover Part III. (2013) (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 Hunter Killer. (2018) (MA15+) Gerard Butler, Gary Oldman, Common. 10.50 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.50 The 100. (MA15+)

6pm Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. (PG) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE Hot Pursuit. (2015) (M) Reese Witherspoon, Sofía Vergara. 10.20 Seinfeld. (PG) 11.20 Rugby Heaven. (PG)

9GEM (CH81) DRAMA (CH53) COMEDY (CH52)

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France. Commentary from Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

5pm Poirot. (PG) 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France. Commentary from Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

5pm Midsomer Murders. (PG) 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France. Commentary from Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. From Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France. Commentary from Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

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.

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

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

The Sunshine Coast is shaping up for a fun week of waves, with something on offer almost every day.

Friday kicks off with clean conditions and leftover swell. Best to go early before the breeze picks up. Saturday looks like the standout with light westerlies, sunshine and tidy peaks across the open beaches, with Noosa points offering plenty of peel.

6.30pm JAG. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE Catch Me If You Can. (2002) (M) Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken. 10.15 JAG. (PG) 11.15 Bull. (M)

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

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

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. Men’s and 6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30

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

6pm Antiques Roadshow. 7pm Tennis. French Open. Men’s and

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30pm Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 Emergency. (M) 9.30 A+E After Dark. (M) 10.30 TBA. 11.00 French Open.

Theory. (M) 10.00 Becker. (PG) 10.30 Frasier. (PG) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight.

Sunday stays playful with smaller but clean lines, ideal for a cruisy longboard session. Early next week eases back a notch, but there should still be enough swell around the magnets to keep keen surfers happy.

By Wednesday and Thursday, expect smaller surf with clean morning windows and mellow conditions best suited to the points and protected corners. All up, a classic Sunny Coast run: crisp mornings, glassy waves and plenty of reason to paddle out.

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6.30pm Bull. (PG) 7.30 NCIS. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+) 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.