Coolum News July 2021

JULY 2021 | VOLUME 1 | ISSUE 12

COOLUM NEWS INFORM • KNOW • GROW

LAND BOOST More land for local environment

P10

Coolum’s A-Team of Michelle Stewart, Adam Govett and Sarah Kimmorley will take car #104 on a four-day rally to the unknown in the name of charity.

TRIO RALLY FOR GOOD WITH THOUSANDS OF KILOMETRES DRIVEN AND MORE THAN $1.3 MILLION RAISED FOR FAMILIES IN NEED SINCE ITS LAUNCH ON THE FRASER COAST IN 2015, THE DUNGA DERBY CONTINUES TO GO FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH.

This year’s event, a four-day car rally leaving from Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast, will take place from July 29 to August 1 and include a least one Coolum team determined to raise at least $4000 for Rally for a Cause.

Coolum’s A-Team, Michelle Stewart, Adam Govett and Sarah Kimmorley will roll into Aussie Coolum News - July 2021

World in car #104 on Day 1 to find out where they’re headed for the next four days of adventure with about 300 other Dunga drivers and their vehicles from 26 registered teams from the Sunshine Coast and 65 from the Fraser Coast.

Ninderry MP Dan Purdie has thrown his support behind the team, saying it was great to see the charity behind the event, Rally for a Cause, already benefitting locals, despite only being the second year the event has been held here on the Sunshine Coast.

Continued, page 4

READY TO ROCK Sunday on the Green kicks on

P14

DITCH PLASTIC IN JULY Learn to be plastic free

P16 1

FROM THE ED’S DESK EDITION NUMBER 12!

We made it!

August’s edition will mark the first birthday of Coolum News - an anniversary that seems to have arrived with a flurry.

Sadly, it seems somewhat fitting that half of this month’s production cycle was caught up in a COVID lockdown. After all, it was COVID and its killer effect on jobs that created the space and the impetus for Rebecca and I to launch Coolum News and create Your Community Media (YCM).

Ours is a business aimed at locals, for locals.

We believe there’s still a strong desire from readers for a printed publication to have, hold and keep as a handy reference.

I’d like to thank the readers, and our advertisers who have taken the leap of faith

with us during the past 12 months and backed the magazine. It is a privilege to live in this amazing part of the world and to be able to share your stories each month.

As this month’s edition hits the streets it appears we’ll still be wearing our masks for week or so more, and sweating on the daily numbers for fear of further lockdown. Here’s hoping that does not happen.

For the developers of the proposed agritourism venture at Barns Lane, this month will be a busy one too. Public feedback closed on July 8 and it seems its now a waiting game with both Council and the State Government to be pleased before the project can advance.

Keep an eye out for Coolum’s A-Team fundraisers too. Money they raise in the Donga Derby comes back to Coast families in need.

I hope you enjoy this month’s read. Geoff

Contacts

Distribution

Editor: Email: Web: Social:

Geoff Crockett - 0413 988 333 info@yourcommunitymedia.com.au www.yourcommunitymedia.com.au facebook.com/coolumnews

3200 copies a month via letterboxes/bulk drops into homes in the Coolum postcode without no junk mail signs. Copies are also distributed to The Shop, The Caf’, White Tigress, and the Coolum Newsagency

Insta:

#yourcommunitymedia

Advertising sizes and rates

Upcoming booking deadlines

Full page: Half page: Qrter pge: Coupon:

August edition: Sept edition: Oct edition: Nov edition:

$330 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 186mm (h) $220 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 93mm (h) $165 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 46.5mm (h) $44 inc gst - 62mm (w) x 40mm (h)

Friday, July 23, 5pm Friday, August 20, 5pm Friday, Sept 17, 5pm Friday, October 15, 5pm

Coolum News is independently produced and published by Your Community Media Pty Ltd atf G.E.Investment Trust, trading as Coolum News (ABN 80382001417). Those making advertising placement and/or supplying copy material or editorial submissions to the publication undertake to ensure that all such material does not infringe the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 CTH as amended from time to time or other laws, regulations or statutes. Further to this, these persons agree to indemnify the publisher and/or its agents against any investigations, costs, claims and/or judgements.

2

coolum news page 2 ad.indd 1

coolumnews.com.au 4/07/2021 10:38:59 AM

LOCAL NEWS

BARNS LANE NOTIFICATION ENDS THE PLANNED AGRI-TOURISM PROJECT AT BARNS LANE IN COOLUM HAS JUMPED ANOTHER HURDLE THIS MONTH WITH THE CLOSURE OF THE PUBLIC CONSULTATION PERIOD ON JULY 8.

Book a Free Trial ACRO. HIP HOP. JAZZ. BALLET. LYRICAL. TAP. MUSICAL THEATRE. Coolum News - July 2021

Agency is not quite satisfied yet in regards to the possible impacts the proposal may have on nearby State Roads in terms of stormwater management, and traffic impact.

The developer now has the chance to respond to SARA while the Council process continues to the feedback assessment phase.

re Scan Mo re He

NEW CLASSES

Lear n

The owners of the site, Jason Grant and Jonathan Leishman, lodged plans with Sunshine Coast Council earlier this year for an agri-tourism hub complete with a seasonal local produce hall, brewery, restaurant, bakery and gin distillery. It will also have a 26-room hotel to support events such as weddings at the venue.

So far the proposal has garnered support from local residents’ groups, including Development Watch and the Coolum Beach Resident’s Association.

A look at Council’s Development i website shows that the State Assessment and Referral

3

LOCAL NEWS

LOCAL TEAM RALLY FOR A CAUSE From page 1 “I’m keen to throw my support behind Michelle and the A-Team because even though they’ve yet to hit the road, the charity has already provided much needed assistance for one local family,” Mr Purdie said.

Rally for a Cause provides support for families and individuals affected by lifelimiting medical conditions.

Recently the charity helped local family the Cunninghams convert an area under their home to allow their daughter Allyce to live independently.

Michelle was first introduced to the event in 2018 when a small group of Coast businesses were invited to participate in the Fraser Coast event.

“Not only did I come back trying to put my automatic car into gear for the next week, I

just couldn’t wipe the smile off my face after the amazing experience of meeting a bunch of fun, adventurous do-gooders that genuinely want to raise money to help others,” Michelle said.

The Dunga Derby is now in its seventh year since it launched on the Fraser Coast in 2015.

This year will be the second time Sunshine Coast teams have entered.

Rally for a Cause was founded originally in response to a child, Cooper, being diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour on the Fraser Coast. In response a group of Cooper’s parent’s friends, local business leaders, created the concept of a car rally to raise funds and help families with medical costs.

To support Michelle and Coolum’s A-Team, you can donate via the link https:// sunshinecoast.dungaderby.com.au/teams/ateam.

MENTAL HEALTH CLARITY ON YOUR PURPOSE - OVERCOME ANY CHALLENGE

PEAK PERFORMANCE - MINDSET RELATIONSHIP - DEPRESSION IF YOU HAVE FELT STRESS, FEAR OR FRUSTRATION AT ANY MOMENT OF THESE UNPRECEDENTED TIMES...

NOW IS YOUR TIME TO EMPOWER YOURSELF

RESILIENCE-COACH.COM.AU INTERNATIONAL COACH FEDERATION MEMBER

PHONE: 1 800 R COACH 4

coolumnews.com.au

Coolum Coolum News - July 2021

5

LOCAL NEWS

FUNDING TO BOOST BLUE HEART THE STATE GOVERNMENT WILL DIG INTO ITS WALLET TO HELP FUND PHASE 1 OF THE BLUE HEART SUNSHINE COAST PROJECT.

Phase 1 of the project will be funded by an investment from the Queensland Government’s Land Restoration Fund (LRF) – which seeks to support carbon projects that deliver additional environmental, social and economic, and First Nations co-benefits.

Blue carbon is carbon stored in coastal wetland areas such as mangroves and salt marsh vegetation – it helps to reduce greenhouse gas emission.

Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said Blue Heart Sunshine Coast was continuing to realise the important objectives that were established when he launched the project in July 2019.

“It’s through our ongoing collaboration with Blue Heart partners – Unitywater and Department of Environment and Science – and learnings from the valuable knowledge of Australian specialists that we will achieve our goals,” Mayor Jamieson said.

In June the Blue Heart partners met in a forum at the Sunshine Coast with blue carbon and tidal wetland experts from a number of Australian universities and representatives from the state and federal government.

Mayor Jamieson said the knowledge gathered at that meeting, and the Land Restoration Fund’s investment would allow the group to start collecting data at a 40ha pilot project site on Yandina-Coolum Road, Maroochy River.

“The site in the Maroochy River floodplain is low-lying, like most of the Blue Heart area, and will be subject to increased tidal inundation and sea-level rise over time.

“The pilot project will be undertaken over a number of years and will help to demonstrate how land restoration projects can provide opportunities to capture and store carbon.

6

“It will also bring us a step closer to understanding more about blue carbon farming for private landowners within the Blue Heart in the future.

“As part of this pilot project, Council will also be measuring the environmental, social and economic co-benefits of this restoration.

“Some of these benefits will include providing flood storage area, reducing pollution in our waterways and improving habitat areas for fish.

“The Blue Heart is a fantastic example of how council is taking action now to identify risks, and help our community prepare for the impacts of climate change, especially as more people choose to live here.”

Minister for the Environment Meaghan Scanlon welcomed the forum.

“We are committed to developing the job and economic opportunities in carbon farming; research has shown that Queensland’s emerging carbon farming industry could contribute up to $8 billion to the economy by 2030, helping to generate new jobs, revenue streams and market opportunities, especially for regional, rural and First Nations communities,” Minister Scanlon said.

“Blue carbon – the carbon stored in the plants and soils of tidal wetlands and coastal areas – in particular is a key component of our $500 million Land Restoration Fund, which we established as an Australian-first in 2019.

“Blue carbon is a potential new carbonfarming method where Queensland has an advantage.”

For more information and updates on Blue Heart Sunshine Coast, visit sunshinecoast.qld. gov.au/blueheart To find out more about the Land Restoration Fund visit www.qld.gov.au/environment/ climate/climate-change/land-restoration-fund

coolumnews.com.au

PRESENTS

by Jean McConnell

By Arrangement with Friday 16, Sat 17 & Sat 24 ORiGiNTM Theatrical July @ 7.30pm On Behalf of Samuel French A Concord Theatricals Company Sunday 18 and Sunday 25 Directed by Barbara Ryan

Coolum News - July 2021

July at 2.00pm (matinees).

Coolum Civic Centre, Park St. Coolum Beach

Members: $22 Adults: $28 Concession: $25 www.coolumtheatre.com.au or North Shore Realty 5446 2500 Tables seat 8 BYO Nibbles and Drinks

7

Local Experience Matters Peter Andrew Real Estate are local experts with a focus on customer service and a commitment to delivering outstanding results.

The respected team has an intimate knowledge of the Coolum area – with the founder and namesake based in the town for over four decades.

When you engage Peter and his team you are gaining exceptional knowledge and experience to get the best possible result, every time.

Peter Andrew Real Estate specialise in Coolum and surrounding areas and the sale of residential property; existing houses and new homes, units, development sites, and land.

Peter’s recent sales in Coolum Beach Unit 2, Cinnamon Ave Coolum Beach 15 Fourwinds Ave, Coolum Beach Unit 1, Cinnamon Ave, Coolum Beach 162 Warran Rd, Coolum Beach Villa 6, 2 Margaret St, Coolum Beach U/3 8-12 Coolum Tce, Coolum Beach 16 Tolkien Plc, Coolum Beach U/205, 2 Margaret St, Coolum B each U/17 7-13 Beach Rd, Coolum Beach Villa 8, 2 Margaret St, Coolum Beach

$990,000 $1,150,000 $980,000 $857,500 $1,025,000 $735,000 $910,000 $405,000 $345,000 $980,000

Peter Andrew - Licensed Agent - 0466 836 276 peter@parcoolum.com.au www.peterandrewrealestate.com.au 8

coolumnews.com.au

Secret’s out: Supply failing to keep up with demand in Coolum’s hot housing market The property market in Coolum has reached fever pitch, according to Peter Andrew Real Estate.

Demand and prices have been pushed up over the past year as Covid-19 has people flocking to the Sunshine Coast.

Due record low inventories, homes in every pocket of Coolum are in extremely high demand, which is very good news for sellers.

Peter Andrew Real Estate founder. Peter Andrew said it was an incredibly unique time in the local market.

“Competition is fierce while inventory is low. It is not uncommon for a home to get multiple offers at a price above the asking price and a signed contract after the first open home,” he said.

By using a local experienced agent, we can help homeowners navigate this hot market.

Peter Andrew Real Estate property consultant Deborah Thomson said, “buyers and sellers like the fact that Peter and herself have deep local knowledge.”

“There’s a lot of requests daily from people trying to get into the market, not only from Brisbane but also from interstate.

Ms Thomson added “Coolum used to be a little bit of a secret, because everyone was trying to go further north. I think people have realised Coolum offers an easier lifestyle, where you can walk to everything, and people are really embracing our community.”

Sellers can receive a commitment free appraisal by calling Peter on 0466 836 276.

Why choose Peter Andrew Real Estate to sell your property?

Peter understands how important the decision to sell your property is. He knows that it matters that the best sale price is achieved, good communication is imperative, and the selling experience is memorable. Peter will leverage his 40 years’ experience of living and being in business in Coolum Beach to deliver what matters.

Deborah Thomson - Sales Agent - 0456 781 923 deborah@parcoolum.com.au Coolum News - July 2021

9

COUNCIL: DIVISION 9 WITH COUNCILLOR MARIA SUAREZ

NEW LAND FOR THE COMMUNITY as upgrades to other playground and fitness equipment at Cordellia Street, Coolum Beach and Grove Park, Peregian Springs.

I’ll update on other projects planned for division 9 in the coming year.

DEVELOPMENT WATCH

Development continues to be closely followed and the community are asking questions about recent applications in Peregian Springs.

Developmenti on council’s website provides all documentation and the ability to lodge comments or submissions on current applications.

DOONAN CREEK LAND

Councillor Maria Suarez at Doonan on World Environment Day. Picture: Carly Dirie of Cloudwalker Creative.

PROJECT NEWS FROM BUDGET

Council adopted its budget for the 2021/22 financial year and I’m pleased to be able to progress projects which have been on the community wish list for some time.

This includes funding for community consultation for a new Peregian Springs Community Centre and $103,000 to construct a pathway at Park Crescent, Coolum Beach.

Road improvements and sealing of unsealed roads remains a priority and the budget has allocated $300,000 to improve the safety of and upgrade the Coolum Sports intersection at David Low Way, Coolum with a number of unsealed roads getting upgrades throughout Division 9 A missing link of the coastal pathway at Coolum Beach between Lions Park and Norrie Job Park will be built as well as a new amenity block at Jack Morgan Park.

Planning for a new community park at our Blue Heart at Yandina Creek will begin as well 10

Council acquired 94 hectares of land to expand the existing Doonan Creek Environment Reserve, bringing it to an impressive 474 hectares.

This purchase was made possible thanks to Environment Levy funds.

On June 5, I joined in with the community to celebrate this as part of World Environment Day, by helping to plant 1200 native trees, shrubs and ground covers on the reserve.

Doonan Creek Environment Reserve is a special place, and I’m looking forward to this area being publicly accessible in the future – so everyone has the opportunity to enjoy it.

STAY IN TOUCH

If you have other issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or come along to one of my community chats usually on the second Wednesday of each month. Changed to Tuesday 13th July for this month.

Please keep an eye on my Facebook page for updates.

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

Meet our local team Say g'day to Ian and Mary-Jo, who are our amazing franchisees from Solomons Flooring Noosa.

Ian and MJ have owned the Noosa store for almost 25 years and have been an integral part of the Noosa community for over 50 years. Ian was recognised with an Order of Australia Medal in 2016 for services to the Lifesaving community.

So if you like to support local, then head in and see Ian and MJ. There’s magic in a Solomons store!

Ask about DEALS on BLINDS, SHUTTERS & AWNINGS

SOLOMONS NOOSA

1/6 Venture Drive Coolum News - July 2021

5449 8277

www.solomons.com.au 11

Rate My Agent Review I Overall satisfaction

Exceptional service VENDOR REVIEW: Samantha & Nathan

22 Peregian Breeze Drive, Peregian Breeze

A new paradigm in real estate has arrived. Coming from the real estate market in Sydney, buying and selling homes, selling our home on the Sunshine Coast was a whole new venture. Real Estate Agent Wayne Hay has been a breath of fresh air on ALL levels.

A one-of-a-kind agent, whose unique approach to real estate, from appraisal, marketing, open homes, to finalising the sale was exceptional. Wayne made the whole process stress free, always willing to answer questions, provide advice and even help us move furniture.Wayne is an absolute professional. Honest, patient and grounded with thorough knowledge and experience in his industry. We would not hesitate to engage with Wayne’s services again and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking to sell their home. Thank you Wayne :)

Homes urgently required to satisfy deman

Call me to get your home SOLD

12

coolumnews.com.au

Freedom Property Solutions

Rate My Agent Review I Overall satisfaction

It was good VENDOR REVIEW: Peter & Sue

11 Selkirk Way, Peregian Springs

We had three prior agents who couldn’t sell the property. We spoke to Wayne and he told us how it was. After 12 months of trying and three other agents Wayne sold it to the first buyers who came through. Thanks Wayne. Great job.

nd - cash buyers ready to act!

D for more - sooner Wayne Hay 0413 219 545 Coolum News - July 2021 wayne@freedomproperty.com.au

13

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NEWS: MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX TED O’BRIEN

APPLY FOR BUSHFIRE GRANTS BUSHFIRE RECOVERY

Businesses and community groups in the Sunshine Coast Council area are invited to apply for funding under the Federal Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery grants programme. Grants range from $20,000 to $10 million for projects, such as: • social recovery and resilience community development programs and activities to help affected individuals and communities to reconnect and support mental and physical wellbeing and recovery from the immediate effects of the bushfires.

• economic recovery and resilience projects that help the community (and not just an individual business) to recover from the immediate economic impact of the bushfires by boosting employment and industries.

• recovery and resilience of the built environment - projects to rebuild infrastructure damaged by the bushfires.

Applications open on 22 July and close 2 September 2021.

SPORTING CHAMPIONS

Congratulations to a couple of up-and-coming sporting champions from the Peregian Springs/Coolum area. AFL footballer Harley

Davies was selected in the AFL 10-12 Girls Sunshine Coast Regional team and received one of my Local Sporting Champions grants of $650. Meanwhile, Sunshine Coast Wanderers soccer player Kyan Bryant received a Local Sporting Champions grant of $550. Well done Harley and Kyan!

SENIORS FORUM

I’ve had an overwhelming response from senior citizens on the Sunshine Coast, for my next Fairfax Seniors Forum to be held on 29 July, at the Maroochydore RSL. I’ll be updating constituents on what the Federal Government is doing on the aged care front, with a $17.7 billion package of reforms as the centre piece of the recently announced Federal Budget.

There will also be a panel of experts providing advice on costing care; tips on how to look after yourself as you age; estate planning; and, choosing Home Care packages.

If any of these topics interest you, please contact my office on 5479 2800 or email ted. obrien.mp@aph.gov.au for more information.

ROCK INTO AUGUST Coolum-Peregian RSL Sub Branch will open its doors and its back yard on Sunday, August 1, for the next round of Sunday on the Green events.

Four-piece band Fonix, pictured right, are booked to keep the music going at the family friendly event which features a free, supervised, jumping castles for the kids, and food trucks for all.

The bar opens at 11.30 with music from 14

NOON to 4pm. Entry is $5 and there will be tents set up in case of rain. The RSL is at 1906 David Low Way, Coolum Beach. coolumnews.com.au

Considering Selling or Renting?

Our database is FULL – of qualified Buyers and Tenants.

Our days on market are considerably under the market averages for both Selling and Renting.

Our prices are considerably above the market average for both Selling and Renting.

Volume is NOT our priority.

We put or Sellers and Landlords first and foremost and pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results.

We need Sellers.

We need Landlords.

LD

SO

SO

LD

LD

SO

D

E S A

LE

D

LE

E S A

D E S

A E L

CALL US TO EXPERIENCE THE COOLUM COASTAL PROPERTY DIFFERENCE

07 5231 9831

Coolum News - July 2021

15

LOCAL NEWS

JOIN IN WITH PLASTIC FREE JULY HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT PLASTIC FREE JULY AND WONDERED WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT? WELL SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL HAS.

When they heard about 326 million people around the world participated in 2020, reducing their household waste and recycling by and average of about 5% or 21kg, they signed on the dotted line.

Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Maria Suarez said Sunshine Coast Council’s message was #choosetorefuse or #choosetoreuse.

“This year as part of our ongoing efforts to reduce plastic waste, protect our environment and help our community avoid single-use plastics, council has become a council member of Plastic Free July,” Cr Suarez said.

“We aim to empower Sunshine Coast residents to make more sustainable choices and throughout the month of July, we’ll be sharing tips and hosting events to showcase simple ways we can all swap out singleuse plastics and help reset our sustainable mindset.

“Last year I undertook the Plastic Free July challenge and will do so again this year. I am committed to taking my BYO coffee cup and water bottle with me when I am on the go and avoid single-use bags when shopping.

“And, I’d really like to encourage the community to get on board with the challenge too.”

Fellow Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor Peter Cox said sustainable living formed a key part of council’s Banksia awardwinning Environment and Liveability Strategy and Plastic Free July was a great time to learn new ways to contribute to a healthy environment and liveable Sunshine Coast.

“Council has data on the thousands of waste items recovered from our waterways during paid clean-ups and through the largely volunteer powered beach clean ups,” Cr Cox 16

Sign on for Plastic Free July to help stop pollution.

said. “Doggy poo bags, cigarette butts and other hard plastics are cause for ongoing concerns.

“As various State Government Legislation changes have come into play related to singleuse plastics, such as the ban on lightweight plastic shopping bags and containers for cash, there have been some observed changes in the types of plastics littering our environment.

“And with the next round of Queensland bans to single-use plastics happening this September, we look forward to seeing a continued shift to more sustainable products.”

This July, council is hosting and supporting events, workshops, online classes and beach clean-ups. To find out what’s happening near you this Plastic Free July visit council’s Living Smart website: livingsmartqld.com.au or head to plasticfreejuly.org/get-involved to learn more.

For more information on the upcoming single-use plastics ban head to www.qldplasticsban.com.au coolumnews.com.au

ARE YOU READY TO CARE? At IFYS Foster Care we know every child deserves to be safe, nurtured, cared for and loved.

We also know that adults are crucial in ensuring children are safe from abuse and harm.

At IFYS we hope of a world where every child lives a life that is free of hurt and trauma and they grow up in a caring and nurturing family knowing they are loved.

Sadly, this is just not the reality for many children who have to enter the child protection system through no fault of their own.

TYPES OF FOSTER CARE Emergency Up to a few weeks, with not very much notice.

Short Term A few weeks, up to a few years.

Long Term A few years, up to when a child turns 18 and beyond.

Respite weekend care for a child, or different children, two weekends a month.

Right now we need all types of Foster Carers for children aged birth -18.

So if you have ever thought about changing a life, contact us at...

Coolum News - July 2021

17

CHAPPY’S CORNER WITH MARK HORSFALL

HAVE YOU MET YOUR CHAPLAIN? Did you know there are over 900 school chaplains in Queensland and over 150 on the Sunshine Coast?

This means the majority of state schools in Queensland have a chaplain supporting their community. So what do they do?

Chappy’s (common nickname) make a significant contribution to the well-being of the school community by providing social, emotional and spiritual support.

A Chappy provides proactive pastoral care and helps to create a positive and safe school environment.

They work closely with the wellbeing team (Principal, Guidance Officers, School nurse etc) to offer support to the community on a variety of issues ranging from family breakdown and crisis, mental health, peer pressure and more.

The top 5 issues that students talk to chaplains about are: 1. Friendship/Peer Issues 2. Bullying/Harassment 3. Mental Health - Anxiety/Depression 4. School Behaviour 5. Family Breakdown/Parental Separation Chappy’s support individuals who may be considered at risk or disengaging from school.

Early intervention activities, programs and pastoral care support increase the chances of young people experiencing better life outcomes.

Many of them are trained to provide

wellbeing programs such as Drumbeat, Rock and Water, Seasons for Growth and mentoring.

These programs involve weekly sessions with students helping them to reach their full potential.

A chaplain establishes strong links with community services like St Vinnie’s and Lions Clubs and works in partnership with them to meet the school community needs.

They can also provide welfare support though breakfast/food programs, tuition fee/ uniform assistance and funding of school activities.

Most schools (not all) have access to government funding for 1 and a half days per week. However chaplains are strongly reliant on community funding and fundraising events to support extra days and funding of the chaplaincy programs within the school.

I will never forget turning up to work on my first day as a chaplain (11 years ago) and being confronted with a student about to commit suicide. They didn’t, thankfully!

I know first hand the great work chaplains do in schools, so why don’t you take some time to get to know a Chappy in your community.

Mark Horsfall School Chaplain Coolum State High School

ART PRIZE FINALISTS ANNOUNCED THE 40 FINALISTS FOR THE 2021 SUNSHINE COAST ART PRIZE HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED.

Finalists works are available to look at online at gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and will be display at Caloundra Regional Gallery from August 27 to October 10. The 18

prize winners for 2021 will be announced at a gala event on September 23, with prizes ranging from $25,000 for the major prize to $5000 for Highly Commended and $2500 for the People’s Choice Award.

Museum of Brisbane CEO Renai Grace will select winners in the “judged” categories. coolumnews.com.au

Coolum News - July 2021

19

LOCAL NEWS

MP WANTS YOUR TAKE ON DEATH WHETHER PEOPLE WITH GRAVE MEDICAL CONDITIONS CAN END THEIR OWN LIFE WITHOUT IT BEING DEEMED A SUICIDE OR HOMICIDE IS UP FOR DEBATE IN STATE PARLIAMENT IN SEPTEMBER.

The Voluntary Assisted Dying laws were introduced in to Parliament by Premier Annastascia Palaszcuk and are at the committee stage.

The committee, comprising three Labor Party members, 0ne One Nation member and two LNP Party members will decide what form these laws take when they are presented to Parliament for debate by the whole of Parliament in September.

LNP Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie wants to be ready for this debate and take your views directly to Parliament. So he has put out an urgent survey which he is urging residents to complete on this life and death matter.

“I believe this is a matter beyond politics, and I’ve always said I would seek the views of my community before I vote on the legislation (in September). If you haven’t already, I encourage you to read through the proposed legislation.

In the draft laws, a dying person must: 1. Have an eligible condition that is advanced and progressive, and expected to cause death within 12 months.

2. Have a capacity to make a decision around end-of-life choices.

3. Be acting voluntarily and without coercion.

4. Be at least 18 years of age.

5. Satisfy residency requirements including being an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

6. And have been a resident of Queensland for at least a year.

The explanatory memorandum for the criteria says they are intended to provide a balance between enabling individual choice 20

and access to the scheme with appropriate safeguards to protect vulnerable people from coercion and limit access to those who are suffering and dying. What “coercion” of a dying person means is wide and includes but isn’t limited to “intimidation or a threat or promise, including by an improper use of a position of trust or influence.”

The Bill stops just anyone initiating a conversation with the dying person about assisted dying. Only a medical practitioner or nurse practitioner may initiate a discussion about voluntary assisted dying if, at the same time the practitioner informs the person about: • The treatment options available to the person and the likely outcomes of that treatment; and • The palliative care and treatment options available to the person and the likely outcomes of that care and treatment.

If a person decides they want to go down the assisted dying path and they meet those initial six criteria then the draft laws explain the detailed request and assessment process required to be undertaken with the person and authorised medical practitioners before a “voluntary assisted dying substance (which is) a Schedule 4 or Schedule 8 substance, as defined in the Poisons Standard, or a combination of those substances” is approved for use either by self-adminstration, an authorised contact person or by a qualified practitioner.

The draft laws also set up a Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board to oversee the VAD scheme and says the Board needs to act independently and in the public interest.

For the survey, see www.danpurdie.com.au Extra info at www. health.qld.gov.au/systemgovernance/legislation/voluntary-assisted-dying-bill To see the draft laws go to www.parliament.qld. gov.au/work-of-assembly and search the Latest Records for the notice papers for 18 June. coolumnews.com.au

PUZZLES

MULTIPUZZLE ACROSS 1. Polluted atmosphere (4) 3. Mooed (5) 9. Grotto (4) 10. Wane (3) 11. Involve (6) 12. Adolescent pimples (4) 13. Inferred (7) 17. Lariats (7) 20. Fine powder (4) 22. Each (6) 23. Anger (3) 24. Consumer (4) 25. Taut (5) 26. Leer (4) DOWN 1. Place (5) 2. Encircled (5) 4. Groups of eight (6) 5. Member of the women's army auxiliary corps (4) 6. Prove (6) 7. Delete (printing) (4) 8. Muslim holy city (5) 14. Pass (6) 15. Peptic complaints (6) 16. S-bends (5) 18. Rubber seal (1-4) 19. Blockade (5) 20. Tense (4) 21. Charge over property (4)

1. Solve the crossword puzzle 1

2

3 8

10

4

5

6

7

9

11 12

13

14

15

16

17 20

18

19

21

22

23

24 25

26

2. Search for some crossword words

S M O G S C E T L W L E N T A I L U A L E L G O I B K A E L H A N D T B C T T A 1 2A P I 3 E 4 C 5 E 6G 7 E I S S M O G S C E T C S 8R W 9 V O N M T S L E N T A I L U 10 N E 11O O C I E S D O E L G O I B K A E S A L 12R C N K E E H A N D T B C T 13 14 I 15S R 16E C L U C L S A P I E C E G E L 17E E A S 18O R 19B E D C S RW V O N M 20 21 N E ©OAuspac O Media C -IMP1597 E S 22 23 3. The leftoverEletters S Aform L aRsaying C N K 24 I S R E C L U C Saying …………………………………………………………………………..

25 26 L E E A S O R B

Coolum News - July 2021

S MOG L OW E D T R M C A V E

S M O G S C E T L W L E N T A I L U A L

21

L A E T I T D E L E

W L L A S S O E S D

rotto (4) Wane (3) 10 nvolve (6) LOCAL CONNECT Adolescent pimples (4) nferred (7) 13 LOCAL CHURCH CONTACTS ariats (7) Call the Churches or see their websites for ine powder (4) service times.

Each (6) Coolum Beach Anglican Church - Cnr Perry20 Anger (3)St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach 0447 002 573 22 Consumer (4)ang.coolum@gmail.com or see email aut (5) www.anglicanchurchcoolum.com 24 eer (4) Coolum Beach Baptist Church 1912 David

8

9

11 12 14Coolum15 16 Beach Christian College - 2 Arcoona

Rd, Yandina Creek - 5446 4780 17 18

19

LOCAL BUSINESS CONTACTS

Coolum Business & Tourism - 5440 9870, 21 info@coolumbusinessandtourism.com.au, 23 www.coolumbusinessandtourism.com.au LOCAL COMMUNITY GROUPS

Quota Club of Coolum Beach have a 25 Low Way -call 5446 1957 or business meeting 2pm26at the Lion’s Den, www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/ 14 Russell St, Coolum Beach on the second N Tuesday of each month. ace (5) St Peter’s Catholic Church 28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum 5443 3488 We hold fundraising events to support 2.

Search for some crossword words ncircled (5) www.saintsonwaves.com.au disadvantaged people in our local community. roups ofCoolum eight (6) Christian Family Church The club also holds active social activities ember of the women's S M O G For S more C phone E TSandra L W 2 Arcoona Rd (Coolum Beach Christian for members. my auxiliary corps (4) College) http://ccfchurch.org.au or call Verrall on 0457 355 734 or email secretary@ L E N T A I L U A L rove (6) 5446 1295. quotacoolum.com.au elete (printing) (4) G O B KCitizens A E Coolum Uniting Church, Cnr Elizabeth St & E L Coolum BeachI Senior Club:LThis Heathfield uslim holy city (5)Rd ,Coolum www.maryburnettpres. club meets every Monday from 11.30-4pm at H A N D T B C T T A Coolum Civic Centre and welcomes everyone Pass (6) org.au or 5446 1815 1 2A P 4 C for 5 Eactivities 6G 7 Eincluding Salvation Army, aged I50 3and E over I S Peptic complaints (6) Meeting Rooms 127, S M O G S Cgames.

E T Greenoaks Drive Coolum.

Call Warren or Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Card and Board S-bends (5) 8R W 9 V O N M T S C S Denise 0400 797 480 / 0418 214 723.

Entry fee includes afternoon tea and a ticket Rubber seal (1-4) L E N T A I L U in the door prize. For more phone Louise on GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS 10 11 N E O O C I E S D O Blockade (5) Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Maria Suarez, 0420 331 948.

E L G O I B K A ense (4)office (Division 9) Tel – 5441 8086 12RCombined Coolum Beach PROBUS: E S A L C N K E E Charge over A and Nsemi-retired D T Bpeople C T Stateproperty (Ninderry) (4) - Dan Purdie The club forH retired 13 14 16E C L U C L S I 15S R for (Liberal National Party) Tel - 5406 7900 looking friendship and fun.

Probus meet A P I E C E G E Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien at 9.15am 22 Elizabeth 18 19B E L 17E E Aat The S Uniting O RChurch, D S welcome.

R W Phone V OKeith NonM (Liberal member of Liberal National Party) St, Coolum.C Visitors 20 21 Tel- 5479 2800 0416 275 590 or Faye©on 0419 Media 644 651.

Auspac - MP1597

ying

d4

LOCAL SCHOOL CONTACTS

22

N Baptist E O Church O CPlaygroup: I E S Coolum Beach 23

Coolum State High School - Havana Rd East, This group meets 3. The leftover saying Eletters STuesdays Aform LandaRFridays C from N K 24 Coolum Beach - 5471 5333.

9.30am at the Coolum Baptist Church on I All Swelcome.

R E See CFacebook L U orC Coolum State Primary School - School Rd, David Low Way. …………………………………………………………………………..

25 26 Coolum Beach - 5471 9300 phone 07 5446 1957.

L E E A S O R B

MULTI PUZZLE ANSWERS July 2021 Saying Sell like hot cakes 22

S MOG T R E B B A E D E D U L L T A L C A P I E U S E R T E N S

L OW M C A E N T A C A C C E D A S S O S R C E I S N E OG

E V I N C E

D E L E

S I R E G L E

S L E H A C N E I L

M E L A P S E S S E

O N G N I R O A R E

G T O D E W O L E A

SELL LIKE HOT CAKES

S A I T C V C R C S

C I B B E O I C L O

E L K C G N E N U R

T U A T E M S K C B

L A E T I T D E L E

W L L A S S O E S D

coolumnews.com.au

L A E T I T D E L E

LOCAL CONNECT

GET $10 OFF YOUR CARPET AND TILE Dan’s FLOORS CLEANING WITH Without Flaws THIS COUPON!* Website: www.dansfloorswithoutflaws.com.au Mobile: 0493 087 563 Email: enquiries@dansfloorswithoutflaws.com.au

Your key to safe driving on the Sunshine Coast Phone Glenn on 0409 084 787 email: driveselect20@gmail.com

BUILDING INSPECTIONS Pre-Sale inspections Pre-Purchase inspections New construction staged inspections

Phone Shaun on 0417 584 594 email: shaun@fpbi.com.au

www.focalpointbuildinginspections.com.au

MOBILE CAT GROOMING SERVICE

* Frozen Fresh * * Big Dog Products * * Free delivery orders over $30 Ts&Cs apply * * Pickup from Peregian Springs * * Yandina Markets Saturdays 6am to Noon *

Ph: 0417

986 566

www.superiorpetfoodsunshinecoast.com

Phone Angela on 0478 970 420 www.fantasticfelines.com.au

Buy this space -

just $44 a month inc gst For more, email:

info@yourcommunitymedia.com.au

Coolum News - July 2021

23

24

coolumnews.com.au