Coolum News October 2020

Coolum News Inform know grow Volume 1. Issue 3

October 2020

Live theatre making a INSIDE.. comeback at Coolum Dust off your theatre clothes, grab a ticket and get ready to have a laugh when Coolum Theatre Players finally get the chance to deliver the farce and fun that is Diplomatic Relations.

Originally scheduled for March 27 the production became a victim of the Covid-19 crisis.

Coolum actor and musician Michael Broer said it had been a tough call at the time for the cast and crew just 10 days out from opening night - but the right one to make.

Michael takes the role of the bumbling Hamish Carruthers - the freewheeling husband to the Australian ambassador to the mythical country of Guaranguay.

“I’m a complete idiot, caught in a web of lies of my own doing,” Michael said. “I’m frantic and kind of panicked for most of the play.”

“It’s a very English script, it’s a farce and it is quite funny.”

Election 2020 coverage - p3 Coolum local Michael Broer plays Hamish Carruthers in the upcoming season of Diplomatic Relations. See www.coolumtheatre.com.au

Diplomatic Relations is a fast and funny farce written

by Geoff Bamber and directed by Janet Marshall.

It’s set in a postrevolutionary country somewhere in South America and centered on ambassador Miranda Carruthers as she tries to keep her husband’s dodgy dealings secret and deal with all manner of chaos.

It opens on November 13 with evening shows November 14, 20, 21, and matinees November 14 and 22. Tickets $28 / $25 / $22.Phone 5446 2500 or at coolumtheatre.com.au.

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Stay safe between the flags - p12

Community garden idea explored - p16

From the Ed’s desk:

Welcome to edition number 3 of Coolum News.

This month brings good news for our local theatre players who are finally back in rehearsals and gearing up to perform in front of live audiences in November.

There’s no avoiding election talk… the big day falls on October 31 this year and candidates and parties across the State will be ramping up their activity to try and win your vote.

While the full list of local polling booths was not yet released as we went to print, we do have information on early and postal voting starting on page 3, and a last minute pitch from the candidates so far for our state seat of Ninderry on pages 6 and 7.

A big well done to the Coolum High School boys who were among the bystanders who stepped up to help a young girl left hurt by a freak roller skating accident last month. Their

quick thinking meant medical help was at hand in a flash. Read more from page 8.

Other news of note for tourism operators is that Alliance Airlines will fly direct to Canberra from Sunshine Coast Airport from October 23 with aims to sell up to 1600 seats a month.

On the Covid front, we are now in Stage 4 of the roadmap to recovery, which means the Queensland border zone has been replaced by a NSW border zone (adding in more areas of northern NSW to the travel bubble). It also means we can stand to eat and drink in venues with Covid Safe plans, and host up to 30 people in our own homes. Stage 5 is scheduled to start on November 1, if all goes well, which would mean visitors and travellers from NSW would be allowed in with the right pass, and without mandatory quarantine.(www.covid19.qld.gov.au).

Until next month, Geoff

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State Election 2020 - October 31

Start voting from October 19 When it comes to Queensland elections, 2020 is sure to go down in history as being slightly unusual to say the least.

With the spectre of COVID-19 still in the air this election will include a longer postal voting period and a more comprehensive early voting period than normal in the lead up to election day on October 31 when there will be some 1300 polling booths open across the state from 8am to 6pm.

For voters looking to submit their votes by post, the last day to apply for a postal vote is Friday, October 16 (either online at ecq.qld.gov.au or by phoning 1300 881 665).

Early voting booths will open in each

State seat from Monday, October 19, with booths to be open 9am to 9pm Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9am to 6pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday every day until the election – and 9am to 5pm on Saturday, October 24.

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State Election 2020 - October 31 From page 3...

Don’t forget to bring your own pen or pencil.

Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen said the ECQ is working to ensure Queensland electors have every opportunity to vote for their representative in the next Parliament.

“Usually postal vote applications open with the issue of the writ, which begins the election period.

“However, with COVID-19 still a factor, we anticipate strong interest in postal voting just as we saw in March’s local government elections where around 570,000 electors applied.

“While electors can apply for a postal vote on the ECQ website or by phoning the ECQ’s call centre from Monday 14 September, we can’t mail the ballot papers until after candidate nominations close in mid-October.

“We remind electors who applied for a postal vote in March and want to postal vote in October, they need to apply again,” he said.

The ECQ is also establishing special postal voting arrangements for residents of certain aged care facilities which would usually receive a mobile polling service as a ‘declared institution’.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions and to protect vulnerable residents, the ECQ is unable to provide this service for this election. However, the ECQ will streamline the postal vote process for these facilities, to make sure it is easy for residents to vote by post if that is their preference.

Mr Vidgen said electors can be assured ECQ is ready to deliver a COVID-safe State general election with its Statement of Intent outlining the election’s delivery principles.

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Early voting Ninderry: Coolum Peregian RSL Sub Branch Monday, October 19: 9am to 6pm Tuesday, October 20: 9am to 9pm Wednesday, October 21: 9am to 6pm Thursday, October 22: 9am to 9pm Friday, October 23: 9am to 6pm Saturday, October 24: 9am to 5pm Monday, October 26: 9am to 6pm Tuesday, October 27: 9am to 9pm Wednesday, October 28: 9am to 6pm Thursday, October 29: 9am to 9pm Friday, October 30: 9am to 6pm Polling booths open 8am and close 6pm on Election Day - October 31 see www.ecq.qld.gov.au “To ensure voting in person can be as streamlined as possible, we ask electors to ‘plan the way they’ll have their say’.

“That means planning their vote, choosing where and when they’ll vote, staying 1.5 metres apart, using hand sanitiser and bringing their own pen or pencil.

“The ECQ continues to take the advice of the Chief Health Officer in safely managing voting in Queensland. It’s important to note that due to everyone’s careful adherence to health advice during the March local government elections, there was no subsequent spike in COVID-19 infections,” he said.

Final polling booth locations for Election Day will be released closer to the election.

For more information see www.ecq.qld.gov.au

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State Election 2020 -

Meet the candidates so far…

As we go to print on October 6 for this month’s edition there’s still a chance new candidates may put their hand up to run for the seat of Ninderry - with nominations open until mid-October. In a bid to help our readers understand a bit about the candidates we know of so far we offered each candidate 300 words and a picture to “pitch” the reason you should vote for them come October 31. The responses we’ve received are reported in the following pages, in order of response.

FRANK WEIJERS Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Party “Frank Weijers is the candidate for Pauline Hansen’s One Nation party in the seat of Ninderry. He is a family man with a young family who owns a local business in Coolum.

Previously Frank worked for many years in the medical industry throughout QLD, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa. He has a thorough understanding of the corporate world, business world and is determined to bring his skills into the public sector, to get our economy back into the black.

Frank chose to run in the election as he is tired of seeing the same broken promises and lack of understanding of what people really want. He is frustrated at the amount of money wasted at the expense of the public purse, the ongoing saga of political party politics and the utter lack of direction in general. QLD has a current eye watering debt of over $102,000,000,000. The interest alone is a staggering $2000,000,000; just think of how much infrastructure QLD could do this amount of money each year!

Both of the major parties need to go, they are both out of touch with the reality of living in todays world.

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rather than starve. Frank wants to bring a common sense approach to the QLD parliament, wants to see politicians become more accountable for their actions and take more of an ownership approach to money spent.

Please help Frank win the upcoming election! Your vote counts and we need the silent majority to stand up for what is right and get QLD moving forward.

DAN PURDIE Liberal National Party Queensland As the inaugural member for Ninderry, I am proud to have represented the communities of Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze over the past three years.

Before entering parliament, I was a police officer. My wife Andrea is a school teacher and we have two young daughters, Emelia and Chloe.

They are a strong motivating force and part of the reason why I ran for Parliament, and why I am recontesting the seat.

I want our kids to grow up in a society where they don't live in fear of being a victim of crime. I want them to enjoy our pristine environment, to surf and play at our stunning beaches, and to have all the opportunities they need, right here on the coast.

To get a world-class education, gain

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Ninderry Candidates meaningful employment and pursue a career, and start families of their own.

With your support over the last three years, I’ve secured over $250 million in infrastructure upgrades, $23 million for local schools, more police and a new $2.7 million police station at Coolum. There’s also $1.1 million for a new pedestrian bridge at Eumundi, and over $1 million in grants and sponsorship for local community groups and sports clubs.

Only a LNP Government will deliver a bold visionary plan to stimulate the economy, boost small business, secure retirement incomes, build infrastructure and create a generation of jobs for our kids and grandkids. We will get tough on crime and give our police the laws and resources they need to keep us safe.

We’ll bust congestion in Coolum with a $30 million commitment to upgrade the road network to get you home sooner, and we’ll protect our pristine natural environment for future generations. A vote for me and the LNP will ensure our bold vision for Queensland can be delivered - to make our community the best place to get a job, to get ahead, and to raise a family.

MELINDA DODDS Labor Party Queensland With the election approaching, now is the time for the electors of Ninderry to ask of the candidates, “How can you assist me and my family?”

First and foremost, my aim is to be a strong and caring voice for you in the re-elected Anastacia Palaszczuk government. A government that has stood up for the safety of all Queenslanders by resisting calls from

a number of quarters to prematurely open the borders.

This is in stark contrast to our opposition who would have seen our state exposed to undue risks.

Looking towards the southern states provides ample evidence of the impact of early border openings.

We can’t afford four more years of empty promises. Now is the time to look towards a post pandemic state and what it means for our district. Like you, I want to see the best possible future for my children and yours. The re-elected Palaszczuk government needs a strong advocate for Ninderry in securing our fair share of the key areas of the recovery plan.

We need to have access to the $51.8 billion in infrastructure spending over the next four years that will create thousands of good jobs and build a lasting legacy.

We need to be part of the plan to rebuild Queensland’s manufacturing sector. We need to be able to take advantage of the $200 million small business support package and the plan to buy local.

We live in a part of the world that visitors often describe as paradise. We are in the middle of the Sunshine Coast’s “Blue Heart” – the Maroochy River flood plain.

I believe in sustainable jobs and environmental protection and I will strongly represent the views of the community to the Premier and government. My job as your representative will be to ensure future growth recognises the importance of environmental protection.

ANDREA NEWLAND Informed Medical Options Party - did not respond in time. See www.imoparty.com

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Local News -

Coolum High teens to the rescue

REUNITED: (L to R) Bryce Knowland, Ethan Tournier, Deakyn Stedwell, Etie Ingram and Ariel Beasley were all smiles on October 5, just over five weeks after the boys’ quick thinking brought medical help to Ariel in the wake of a terrible roller skating accident.

Right place at the right time. It is a much said saying that proved correct when it came to getting help for Ariel Beasley after a freak roller skating accident that sent her face first into the footpath opposite Arcare on Ridgeview Drive in Peregian Springs, on September 19.

Ariel, 12, remembers nothing of the accident which happened when she and her friend, Etie Ingram, were heading back down the hill toward the Rec Club after a trip to the shops for an iced tea as they enjoyed a pupil free day off school together. For Ariel, one minute she was gathering speed, the next, she was in the back of an ambulance, covered in blood from a cut on her chin, scrapes on her arms and a sore mouth which she later found out was caused by a jaw that 8

had been broken in three places.

For those around her though the moments directly after the accident will be remembered forever.

Etie remembers a “lovely lady Kate” who pulled over her car and came to help.

Coolum High School Year 9 students Bryce, Ethan and Deakyn were rolling past on the other side of the road when it happened - about to split up and go their separate ways after a morning hanging out together.

The boys saw the aftermath of the crash and had also spotted an ambulance at Arcare.They raced to get help and within minutes ambulance officers were on site treating Ariel and arranging to have her taken to Nambour Hospital.

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Etie’s Nanna, Angela McCaffrey, remembers Etie calling her in a state of panic, telling her she needed to come, there had been an accident.

Angela had been at home with Etie’s brother and they had raced down to help out, arriving to find that the boys had the scene under control.

For Ariel’s Mum, Rachel, the call came from a stranger “Kate” using Etie’s phone. Rachel said at first she thought Etie must have been hurt as it was her phone number, but Kate had calmly and quietly filled her in on what had happened and let her know help was at hand.

For Ariel, the accident meant a visit to Nambour Hospital for stitches to her chin - then a late night drive with her Mum to the Children’s Hospital in Brisbane where she stayed until Sunday for surgery to repair her jaw by inserting a plate and fitting heavy duty metal braces.

Rachel said thankfully Ariel’s teeth were not badly damaged in the fall, the jaw was healing and the braces are expected to be off by the end of October.

Etie’s mother, Louise, took to social media on the day after the accident to say thank you to those that had helped the girls at their time of need particularly the boys as they had moved on after Ariel was moved to the ambulance and no-one knew their names or who they were.

The post sparked a flood of positive comments and led to Louise being in touch with the boys and their families and inviting them all over to her house last week so the girls and their families could say thank you in person.

While not everyone could make it on the day, Ethan’s mum, Lisa, and Bryce’s mum, Kirsty, were there and both said they were very proud of their sons.

“I’m proud. I wouldn’t expect him to do anything different,” Lisa said.

Louise said it was wonderful to know that we live in a community where people do look out for each other and will help others out in their time of need.

As for Ariel, for now she says the roller skates that she got earlier this year for her birthday will not be going anywhere near her feet.

Doors officially open on new wing Coolum State High School played host to a suite of politicians on September 14 at the official opening of its newest building Wandama which means to rise, climb or be born in Gubbi Gubbi.

The official opening honours went to Mr Chris Whiting, MP for Bancroft.

The building contains science laboratories, design studios, fully equipped health rooms, flexible learning areas and general classrooms.

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POLICE NEWS with Snr Const Maria O’Brien

Be sure to stay safe between the flags For the month of September 2020, there have been 139 reportable police occurrences for the Coolum Beach suburb.

This is not the number of jobs police have attended, only the number of reportable occurrences.

• 98 of these occurrences are for traffic related offences, including 5 drink driving offences, 3 drug driving offences and 13 traffic crash occurrences. There are 6 steal from vehicle offences; 1 x unlawful use of a motor vehicle; and 13 burglary/stealing offences.

• There were 6 Domestic Violence incidents; • 3 drug related offences; • 2 found property occurrences; • 2 lost property occurrences;

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3 breach of bail offences; 3 x wilful damage offences; 1 x assault occasioning bodily harm; 1 x sudden death.

Following the tragic drowning of a 34 year old female at Coolum Beach, Police would like to urge people to swim between the flags whenever possible. The safest option is to always swim between the flags, especially if you are not a strong swimmer.

For emergencies, phone 000.

Coolum Police - 5440 2777.

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Division 9 update – Councillor Maria Suarez LOCAL UPDATE Our local Coolum community are working together and proactively pursuing the establishment of a community garden at Jack Morgan Park, Coolum.

Community gardens are a great way to meet new people, share gardening skills and create a sense of connectedness in a neighbourhood. The group has a Facebook page – www.facebook.com/ coolumbeachcommunitygarden – and there’s a survey you can complete which will help them indicate the level of support, interest and involvement you would like to have in the project.

Council is working with the group to ensure they have the necessary approvals. The community garden will complete Council’s vision of Jack Morgan Park serving as the civic centre of open space in Coolum Beach.

In sad news, the large fig near the library is in palliative care. Council staff are working hard to save the tree.

PATHWAY PROPOSAL Coolum High School and parents highlighted the safety issue along Havana Road West, Peregian Springs.

Feedback is required for the construction of a missing section of the pathway between Brushbox Way and the Sunshine Motorway to give pedestrians and cyclists a safe alternative to sharing the road with vehicles on what is a narrow and winding road.

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minimise vegetation impacts, this two metre wide pathway extension is currently being considered for the Southern side of Havana Street West, within the road reserve.

A number of existing verge gardens and driveways will be affected and we would like to hear from the residents on this road as well as the students and community members who use the overpass to get to the coast. Please send feedback to mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and quote the reference number H9519.

Thank-you to those who have already taken the time to have their say.

NOMINATE YOUR LOCAL HERO 2020 has been a strange year.

Through all of the hurdles COVID-19 has placed on our community we continue to see many incredible acts of ingenuity, selflessness and giving.

If you know someone in our community, or a community group or organisation making a difference to our Sunshine Coast, help them to achieve the recognition they deserve by nominating them for one of the 2021 Sunshine Coast Australia Day Awards. You can nominate online via council’s website. Nominations close on 16 November, 2020.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact me on 5475 9810, or via email at maria.suarez@sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au or via my Facebook page @MariaSuarezDivision9.

Cheers, Cr. Maria Suarez Division 9 – Sunshine Coast Council

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Ninderry update: State Member Dan Purdie

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FUNDS COMMITTED FOR NEW MULTISPORTS FIELDS AT COOLUM STATE HIGH

the popular educational resource, ‘Locals Are Beauties’, which has been out of production in recent times.

I was proud to announce recently that an LNP Government will invest $350,000 to fast track the development of new multi-purpose sports fields at Coolum State High School.

The new $8million facility located at Coolum High and currently in design phase, will feature two senior AFL ovals, a senior cricket oval, 12 netball hard courts, a multi-use clubhouse, 150 car parks and an access road.

With the Coolum Sports Complex at capacity, we are in desperate need for additional facilities, and for the past three years, I have been working with Council, Coolum State High and our local AFL and cricket clubs to progress plans for new sports fields to help take the pressure off our existing facilities.

This funding will help fast-track the detailed designs so that work can start sooner on what will be a first class sports facility that will benefit not only the students of Coolum High, but also the wider community.

A welcome funding boost for Coolum Beach Community Preschool and Kindy, who secured $10,000 in the latest Gambling Community Benefit Fund.

These funds will be used to upgrade their playground, just in time for summer.

The next round of the Fund closes on 31 October.

GRANT SUCCESS FOR COOLUM PRESCHOOL AND KINDY

FUNDING SUPPORT FOR NATIVE WILDLIFE HABITATS Most locals are aware of the great work being done by Coolum and North Shore Coast Care to protect and preserve our local environment, so it was great to announce a $20,000 funding commitment to support their efforts.

An LNP Government will fund the repair and replacement of up to a dozen new Hollow Log Homes, which provide much needed homes for a number of local species.

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MOBILE OFFICE IN TICKLE PARK I will be hosting a mobile office in Tickle Park on Saturday 17 October, from 9.00am, so please pop drop by if you have any local issues or concerns you would like to discuss.

STATE ELECTION If you are keen to vote early, prepolling starts on Monday 19 October.

The Ninderry prepoll centre will be located at the Coolum Peregian RSL Club, on David Low Way. Hours have been extended, including until 9pm on Thursdays, and from 9am5pm on Saturday 24 October.

For more information, including times, give me a call on 5406 7900 or email ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au, or contact the Queensland Electoral Commission. .

KEEP IN TOUCH

To talk to myself and the team phone 5406 7900 or drop by the office at 11 Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach. Email ninderry@parliament.gov.au * Written & authorised by Daniel Purdie, 11 Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach.

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Fairfax update:

Federal Member Ted O’Brien

COOLUM & NORTH SHORE COAST CARE

It was wonderful to have the Assistant Minister for Waste Reduction and Environmental Management, Trevor Evans, visit us on the Sunshine Coast and open the Wallum Wildlife Workshop at Yaroomba (pictured right with Ted O’Brien).

Coolum and North Shore Coast Care is running a series of workshops educating the public about our native flora and fauna and how we can help protect our unique coastal environment.

The workshops have been made possible thanks to a $20,000 Federal Government grant from the Communities Environment Program.

JOBS FORUM

It was great to have such a good turnout at the September Jobs Forum co-hosted with State Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie.

We received some great feedback about the JobKeeper payment and how it has been a lifeline for many businesses.

We also heard from businesses who were struggling to find employees and how the changes to JobSeeker from 24 September will help.

JOBKEEPER

On 28 September the first extension of the JobKeeper payment came into effect with the rate now rolled back slightly.

The Tier 1 rate is for eligible employees who worked 80 hours or more in the four weeks before either 1 March 2020 or 1 July 2020.

The Tier 1 JobKeeper payment is $1,200 per fortnight.

The Tier 2 rate applies for other eligible employees and works out at 20

$750 per fortnight.

Businesses previously ineligible may now be able to apply.

Please find more information and relevant links in the News section of my website www.tedobrien.com.au

MEN’S & WOMEN’S SHEDS

There’s great news for Men’s and Women’s Sheds.

Last year the Morrison Government committed to providing Sheds with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status and that legislation has now come into effect.

It means people can claim an income tax deduction when donating $2 or more to their local Shed, incentivising people to donate more.

I’d encourage both the Coolum Men’s Shed and Coolum Women’s Shed to take advantage of this great opportunity by registering DGR status with the ATO. GET IN TOUCH As always, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with any Federal issues, concerns or enquiries on 5479 2800; or send them through via email at ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au or visit us at 17 Southern Drive, Maroochydore.

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The Avenue Maroochydore

Advertising feature

Pet friendly and close to it all Work is now complete on the final stage of The Avenue Maroochydore retirement community and it offers something very special for over-60s.

The Avenue’s spacious, independent -living two or three-bedroom apartments are finished to a high standard in the heart of Maroochydore.

The pet-friendly village is a short stroll from the bustling Sunshine Plaza shopping, commercial and entertainment hub, and 200m from the water.

Surrounded by like-minded, friendly neighbours our residents thrive in the secure, vibrant community where they can be as involved and as social as they desire. Community facilities include a heated pool, gym, function room, central courtyard with barbecue and entertaining areas, billiards room, wine room, residents’ gardens, craft space and library.

The Avenue is developed and operated by southeast Queensland retirement provider Aura Holdings.

Directors Tim Russell and Mark Taylor have more than 35 years’ combined experience in the retirement living sector.

Aura’s philosophy is to stand out from the large, corporate retirement village providers by being open, fair and putting residents’ needs first. The directors have an ‘open door’ policy for all their residents.

“As a small local company we listen to our residents and proudly maintain personal relationships with our residents,’’ Mr Russell says.

“Not only is The Avenue in such a stunning, convenient location but it’s a fabulous place to call home, designed for liveability with facilities to enjoy a 22

relaxed, engaged lifestyle.

“Our residents are able to age in place in their own maintenance-free apartment with tailored in-home support services available if needed.

“This is retirement living for the 21st century.

“None of our residents aspire to live in a nursing home. They are setting a plan in place to live in a supportive community with discreet design features to help them continue living the independent lives they desire.’’

Stage two apartments at The Avenue at 32 Baden Powell Street, Maroochydore, are selling fast. Call (07) 5479 6482 or email live@theavenuemaroochydore.com.au to inspect our beautifully-finished apartments and stunning community facilities.

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Local Heart GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS Coolum – Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Maria Suarez, office (Division 9) Tel – 5441 8086 State (Ninderry) - Dan Purdie (Liberal National Party) Tel - 5406 7900 Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien (Liberal member of Liberal National Party) Tel- 5479 2800

FREE WHEELIE BIN SPEED SIGNS Have you got your FREE Wheelie Bin Stickers yet? If you live in a 50km p/h street and would like some of our stickers simply text 0418 263 863 or email info@coolumcoastalproperty.com.au or call (07) 5231 9831 and we will pop them in your mail box! Share with your friends, family & neighbours to spread the word!

LOCAL CHURCH CONTACTS (limits to onsite services during COVID. Contact Churches directly for information on resuming “in person” services) Coolum Beach Anglican Church -Cnr Perry St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach 0447 002 573 email ang.coolum@gmail.com Or see www.anglicanchurchcoolum.com Coolum Beach Baptist Church 1912 David Low Way -call 5446 1957 or www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/ St Peter’s Catholic Church 28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum 5443 3488 www.saintsonwaves.com.au Coolum Christian Family Church 2 Arcoona Rd (Coolum Beach Christian College) http://ccfchurch.org.au or call 5446 1295.

Coolum Uniting Church, Cnr Elizabeth St & Heathfield Rd ,Coolum www.maryburnettpres.org.au or 5446 1815 Salvation Army, Meeting Rooms 127, Greenoaks Drive Coolum. Call Warren or Denise 0400 797 480 / 0418 214 723.

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LOCAL SCHOOL CONTACTS Coolum State High School - Havana Rd East, Coolum Beach - 5471 5333.

Coolum State Primary School - School Rd, Coolum Beach - 5471 9300 Coolum Beach Christian College - 2 Arcoona Rd, Yandina Creek - 5446 4780 LOCAL BUSINESS CONTACTS Coolum Business & Tourism - 5440 9870, info@coolumbusinessandtourism.com.au, www.coolumbusinessandtourism.com.au QUICK REFERENCE PHONE NUMBERS Alcoholics Anonymous – 1300 222 222 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 Crime Stoppers - 1800 333 000 DVConnect Womensline - 1800 811 811 DVConnect Mensline - 1800 600 636 Eheadspace (12-25 years) - 1800 650 890 Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800 Lifeline - 131 114 MensLine Australia - 1300 789 978 Narcotics Anonymous Australia - 1300 652 820 Policelink - 131 444 Smart Recovery Australia - 02 9373 5100 Quota Coolum Beach meet at the Lions Den (next to Fire Station) Russell St Coolum Beach at 2pm on the third Tuesday of the month. We are a community group raising funds for disadvantaged women and children and the hearing impaired.

Contact: secretary@quotacoolum.com or Sandra 0427 889 750.

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Chappy’s Corner with Mark Horsfall

Stay engaged with your teenagers One of the biggest challenges I hear from parents is the feeling that their teenager is pulling away from them.

While this can be very hard for parents, it is perfectly normal behaviour for a teenager who searching for their identity and becoming their own person.

Here are four strategies you can use to help maintain a positive relationship with your teen: Actively listen.

Teens appreciate being listened to and understood.

They probably won’t want your advice but instead you can help guide them on their own path of discovery.

Try to understand their perspective even though you may not agree. Be non-judgemental in conversations, paying attention to your tone and emotions.

The timing of your conversations is everything (not on the way out the door).

Talk about your life and feelings.

Have open and honest conversations. Parents often don’t discuss their own thoughts, concerns or challenges with their teenagers.

They watch you and the world around them closely so model positive behaviour. Show them how to have good relationships, deal with challenges, resolve conflict and manage emotions as this will lead to a better relationship with your teen.

Have Fun. Make time in the business of life to do activities with your teen that they find fun and do it regularly. You will be surprised by the conversations you have with them while having some fun. You may even find that they want to spend more time with you.

If you have multiple kids, then have one-on-one time to offset sibling rivalry.

Give positive encouragement.

Sincere positive praise and feedback will go a long way to reinforcing your relationship.

It can be easy to focus on negative behaviour however studies show positive encouragement should be given 5 times more often than negative criticism.

Giving feedback on what they did right not just “that’s wonderful”, will help them learn and develop.

Even if your teenager is being challenging try to reinforce positive behaviour, attitudes and actions.

This does not mean an absence of consequences for inappropriate behaviour.

Be encouraged that you can maintain a positive relationship with your child through the teenage years with some intentional effort and hard work.

Till next time, happy thinking!

Mark Horsfall - Chaplain Coolum State High School

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