SEPTEMBER 2022 | VOLUME 8 | ISSUE 1 PEREGIAN SPRINGS NEWS Peregian Springs News - September 2022 P6 Join the hunt for clues these RepairsP20holidaystostartonTickleParkstairsP8 INFORM • KNOW • GROW STAIRSMUSEUMNEWBLOCKEDLAWSFUNSlow down and move over, it's now law HAVE YOUR SAY ON CLUB RIDGES RESIDENTS AND OWNERS ARE BEING URGED TO HAVE THEIR SAY THIS MONTH AS A FINAL DECISION LOOMS ON WHO WILL MANAGE THE RECREATION CENTRE INTO THE FUTURE.
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September 23 is D Day for the Club.Depending on how the votes fall, the doors could stay open as management of the club is transferred to the Principal Body Corporate, or access to the pool and gym could be turned off while the developer turns its attention to finding an alternative plan for the site.
The time has come to have your say on the future of the Recreation Club.
Voting papers have gone out to property owners within the seven subsidiary body corporates schemes operating in the Ridges seeking a Yes or a No on whether FKP/Aveo transfers the Rec Club to the Ridges Principal Body Corporate.Theterms of the deal being voted upon are that the transfer would come at no upfront cost to the PBC, however the PBC would agree to take on the responsibility for maintenance and management of the facility, including the pool and gym, while the commercial rents from the cafe and office space to go to FKP/ Aveo for the next 30 years. For the PBC deal to happen requires a Yes vote from each of the subsidiary body corporates and then a Yes vote at the PBC level.
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Principal Body Corporate chairman Roger Cook said the PBC had taken a neutral stance on the vote. He said the most important thing was for everyone to consider the options and make their opinions known, either by voting, or in the case of those renting in the Ridges, letting their landlords and rental agents know their thoughts on the Rec Club facility to help inform decision making.
If the vote is a No and access to the Rec Club facilities are withdrawn, the PBC has indicated Ridge's body corporate fees would be recalculated and reduced accordingly.
What happens to the pool, gym, tennis court and barbecue area in this case is unknown.
Ernst's Angela Hood can be contacted on 3620 0600 or ahood@ebcm.com.au.
CLUB FUTURE
VOTE
At the moment, the PBC pays AVEO about $750 per lot in the Ridges for access to the Rec Club. If the PBC takes over management, it estimates that cost will be between $760 to $790 per year per lot to access the facility.
peregianspringsnews.com.au2 LOCAL NEWS Contacts Editor: Geoff Crockett - 0413 988 333 Email: info@yourcommunitymedia.com.au Web: www.yourcommunitymedia.com.au Social: facebook.com/peregianspringsnews Insta: #yourcommunitymedia Advertising sizes and rates Full page: $330 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 192mm (h) Half page: $220 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 93mm (h) Qrter pge: $165 inc gst - 128mm (w) x 46.5mm (h) Coupon: $44 inc gst - 62mm (w) x 40mm (h) Distribution 3200 copies a month via letterboxes/bulk drops into Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze estates without no junk mail signs. Copies bulk dropped at Goldies in Peregian Breeze, Peregian Springs Shopping Centre and at The Pool Cafe. Upcoming booking deadlines September edition: Friday, August 19, 5pm October edition: Friday, September 23, 5pm November edition: Friday, October 21, 5pm Peregian Springs News is independently produced and published by Your Community Media Pty Ltd atf G.E.Investment Trust, trading as Peregian Springs 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.
If the vote is a No, there is no deal, and no plan B on the table.
SSKB's Brendan Edwards and Rachael Chapman can be reached 5453 9511 or by bedwards@sskb.com.au or rchapman@sskb. com.au
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Ernst Body Corporate Management and SSKB Body Corporate Management, who coordinate administration for the various subsidiary body corporates have posted a note on Rec Club window alerting residents that voting papers are on the way, and voting at the subsidiary level will take place at Extraordinary General Meetings in the week commencing September 12, 2022.
The documents listed on Council's Developmenti website indicate the original proposed positioning of the fire booster pump set was required to be moved as the town water supply and tanks would be needed too.
The application aims to update the original plans for the site to match the approved Operational Works Plans which have the booster in its new position on the southern boundary of the site, adjacent to the main driveway entry. The application can be seen by searching MCU21/0080.01 Across the road at the shopping centre, the Dearmer Investments Pty Ltd application for a new building along the boundary of the carpark opposite the apartments currently under construction appears to be one step closer to public notification. Updated plans have been lodged widening pedestrian access to the new building and opening up sight lines from retail shops and cafe spaces proposed. See MCU22/0124 developmenti.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.auon
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AVERAGE WAGES
The national average weekly ordinary time earnings for full-time adults hit $1770 in May 2022, up 1.9 per cent, as recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Head of Labour Statistics Bjorn Jarvis said the rise was higher than in May 2021, but lower than the 2.6 per cent increase of November 2021. It is also lower than the Wage Price Index of 2.6 per cent.
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On a state by state basis, wages were highest in the Australian Capital Territory ($1,988 p/w), followed by Western Australia ($1,937 p/w). The lowest wages were in Tasmania ($1,568 p/w and South Australia ($1,624 p/w).
With the November nesting season for marine turtles not far away Sunshine Coast teachers are being encouraged to book their classes in to join the Schools Beach Clean Up Super Series from October 17 to November 4. The half-day program involves cleaning up a local beach, learning about coastal processes and generating ideas to reduce waste at the source. Sunshine Coast Council facilitates the sessions with registration available via Council's website. See www.sunshinecoast. and search on Beach Clean Up for an online form link. know that Coolum has its very own Croquet Club? The club can be found at 25 Seacove Lane, in behind the RSL, and offers both social and competitive sessions on Monday and Friday from 1.15pm. Phone Barb on 0423 277 951 or email coolum.croquet@gmail.com to find out more. RISE SLIGHTLY
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To find out more about Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club email the club on hello@ peregiansurfclub.com.au.
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Peregian Springs News - September 2022 5 Local business, local products All our curtains are locally made! Book your free onsite quote today! Call Darren on 0476 327 736 or email darrensbsc@bigpond.com www.darrensblindsshutterscurtains.com Let the Spring breezes flow into your home and stay secure too with our great range of security screens and doors. Whatever your need, we’ve got you covered. LOCAL NEWS A BRAND NEW MITSUBISHI TRITON PROUDLY SUPPLIED BY CRICKS NOOSA WILL BECOME PART OF THE LIFE SAVING TEAM AT THE NEWLY CREATED PEREGIAN BEACH SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB.
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Cricks have donated the ute to the club just in time for the start of the 2022/23 season which kicks off in earnest from September 18. Dealer Principal Mick Wroe said the donation was a way for the dealership to support the community and was in keeping with the group's motto of Locals Supporting Locals.
Peregian Beach Surf Life Saving Club president John Roderick with Cricks Noosa Dealer Principal Mick Wroe and the new PBSLSC ute.
The club offered a "huge thank you" to Cricks.
"Each museum explores different heritage stories through its own remarkable, diverse and unique collection,” Cr Baberowski said. “Museums offer an exceptional low-cost day out, and during the school holidays the quiz offers a fun, meaningful and even more rewarding way for all ages to explore our incredible Sunshine Coast heritage.” FUN AT LOCAL MUSEUMS
Each entrant will receive a free pocket magnifier to help solve problems and discover the Sunshine Coast’s amazing heritage.
Visitors can enter one or all six museum quizzes and become a Museum VIP with a discountSunshinecard.Coast Council Acting Mayor and Community Portfolio Councillor Rick Baberowski said the quiz was an interactive and light-hearted way to promote Sunshine Coast museums.
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peregianspringsnews.com.au6 LOCAL NEWS THE COAST'S LOCAL MUSEUMS HAVE LAID ON A DETECTIVE CHALLENGE FOR LOCAL CHILDREN THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
The questions could be anything from follow the scrabble trail letters and answer the questions to find the name of a miniature toy onDuringdisplay.this fun and educational heritage journey, your keen observation and detective skills could pay off, with a chance to win a $100 Caloundra Regional Gallery store voucher a fabulous way to support local artisans.
The Museum Mystery Madness program encourages children to get out their spy glasses and step back in time to solve the clues that will uncover the life of our early settlers.Families are encouraged to visit their local regional museum from September 1 to October 2 to test their detective skills by completing a fun-filled quiz for your chance to win a Visitorsprize.will experience a different quiz journey at each participating museum, Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct, Buderim Pioneer Cottage, Eumundi Museum, Kenilworth Museum, Landsborough Museum and Nambour Museum.
Take a trip to one of our regional museums these holidays and take advantage of the Museum Mystery Madness quiz and prizes.
Quiz questions are unique to each museum and are linked to the exhibitions and display.
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The rule, which applies to ambulances, police cars, fire trucks, and transport enforcement vehicles, as well as breakdown assistance providers such as RACQ, tow trucks and assistance vehicles, will be enforced with a $432 fine and three demerit points.
“We have been advocating for this change since 2017, with 90 percent of our members in favour of making this lifesaving road rule a reality, so we are incredibly pleased the Government is taking action,” Mr Toms said.
“Emergency responders, including our roadside crews, put their lives on the line each and every day by working in high-risk and often high-speed environments to rescue stranded motorists, but one wrong move by a passing driver could end in tragedy.
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“We know many people already do it, but this change makes it clear that you must do it to keep the people helping in an incident safe from harm.
“The rule is simple – if you see flashing lights at the roadside, move over and slow down.
“An education campaign will run to make sure people are aware of the changes, which will come into effect from 16 September (2022).”RACQGroup
“This new rule will require Queenslanders to change the way they drive around roadside incidents to give responders a safe space to do their job - so they can continue to help the people they’re there to protect and ensure everyone gets home safely."
peregianspringsnews.com.au8 COMMON SENSE WILL BECOME AN ENFORCEABLE ROAD RULE IN QUEENSLAND FROM SEPTEMBER 16 WHEN MOTORISTS WILL BE REQUIRED BY LAW TO SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER WHEN THEY COME ACROSS FLASHING LIGHTS.
Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the rules are aimed at keeping first responders safe on the roadside.
Executive - Assistance, Glenn Toms, said the Club congratulated the Queensland Government on the vital road safety rule.
More information about road safety initiatives can be found at streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov.au/https://
“Our emergency service and first responders do an incredible job, and they play a critical role in roadside incidents,” Mr Bailey said.
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peregianspringsnews.com.au10 LOCAL NEWS BINS FOR BLOKES ROLLING OUT LOCAL BLOKES LIVING WITH THE CHALLENGES OF INCONTINENCE WILL BE BETTER CATERED FOR AT PUBLIC AMENITIES ON THE SUNSHINE COAST FROM THIS MONTH. Sunshine Coast Council, in collaboration with the Continence Foundation, has installed 102 male incontinence product bins at public amenities across the region.
Service Excellence Portfolio Councillor Winston Johnston said the initiative was a welcome step towards ensuring public facilities accommodated and provided adequate services for everyone.
“The Continence Foundation Bins4Blokes campaign is an Australia-wide awareness and advocacy campaign promoting the installation of incontinence product disposal bins in male public toilet facilities,” Cr Johnston said.
Please ensure the lid closes. Leave everything looseno plastic bags.
“There are many men who ride bikes, run and walk along our coastal pathway who may need“Acrossassistance.theregion, all public amenities have sanitary hygiene bin services. However these are not suitable for male incontinence pads and a specific bin type and additional service wasSeerequired."https://toiletmap.gov.au/ to find toilets with the facilities close to you. Male incontinence product bins are being installed in Sunshine Coast Council public toilets.
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For local residents, they're urging people to have an emergency plan in place, to pack emergency and evacuation kits and to make sure their insurance is up to date with adequate cover should the worst happen.
The LDMG, includes representatives from Council, local emergency services, key nongovernment departments, local education institutes, energy and water service providers and tourism organisations.
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THE SUNSHINE COAST'S LOCAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT GROUP HAVE BEEN BUSY STREAMLINING THEIR PROCESSES IN THE LEAD UP TO THE SUMMER STORM SEASON.
The most recent tool added to the LDMG's toolkit is the incident management software solution, Guardian IMS, which the team put through its paces in a flood event training exercise at the start of August.
LDMG Chair and Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said while it was only a few months ago that the region a real life flood disaster, exercises such as the one held in August offered the chance to put into practise improved processes and learnings.
"The exercise included a fast-forming weather event, more than 100m of rain, flash flooding, hail and storm surges, severe storms, super cells and tornadoes, so it tested the disaster management skills of all agencies," Mayor Jamieson said.
"The last few years have taught us that such a catastrophic event is not beyond the realms of possibility."
The Sunshine Coast Council's Disaster Hub website at https://disasterhub.sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au offers up to date information on breaking news, useful contacts, evacuations, road closures, power outages and weather warnings.
DISASTER TEAM PUT IN
All eyes were on the board as Disaster Management Coordinator Jason Membrey used the Guardian IMS system to plot the Local Disaster Management Group's response during a mock flood exercise.
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Informing beach goers that they are swimming near rips or cautioning holidaymakers of surf swells and surges are warnings of potential danger, but surprisingly these instructions are often patronised or ignored, resulting in embarrassed rescued casualties.Ourlifeguards put our lives ahead of their own and often find themselves battling the unpredictable elements to save those in danger. Noticing a surfboard “tombstoning” in dangerous currents means there is a casualty attached and teams of rescuers are deployed to save surfers from the scariest scenarios.AskedifBondi
Peregian Springs News - September 2022 15 By Fiona Ewington GROWING UP WE BELIEVE THAT TO BE A SUPERHERO YOU NEED A SUPERHERO COSTUME, BUT OUR LOCAL SUPERHERO LIFEGUARDS PATROLLING OUR BEACHES SAVING LIVES ON A REGULAR BASIS, WEAR VERY SIMPLE COSTUMES; LIGHT BATHERS AT LEAST AND A LIFE JACKET AT MOST.
Many of our local beaches are patrolled every day of the year by lifeguards, and during summer weekends and bank holidays, by qualified bronze medallion volunteers. Their jobs are to keep our beaches safe, by educating beachgoers, preventing drownings and taking on the elements should anyone be in trouble in the water.
Rescue is a good representation of the life of a lifeguard, the answer is a resounding “Yes!”
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Their rescue apparatus are polystyrene floating devices and a lot of inbuilt bravery and up to the minute training.
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In the ATV is senior lifeguard Adam McKane and beside him is permanent Lifeguard Keaton Grandemange who started in Nippers age 11 years.
Whilst professional lifeguards patrolling our beaches are employed by the local council, volunteer life savers patrol the beach of the club they belong to. Both must go through regular fitness regimes, training, and testing.
Rescuing swimmers and surfers from the unpredictable oceans is a very important part of the job, but coastal risk assessments and preventing incidents is an even bigger part.
In 1902 it was illegal in Australia to enter the ocean in daylight hours, however in Sydney this law was challenged, and people began to enjoy swimming in the sunshine. Due to the unpredictable surf conditions leading to multiple drownings, groups of volunteers gathered to patrol Bondi Beach which led to the first surf lifesaving club to be formed.Itwasonly in 1982 that women could become active patrolling members of Surf Life Saving Australia. Continued BEACH HEROES
On a warm, windless, sunny day, patrolling the beach is an enviable job, but things can turn very quickly.
“One minute we were releasing baby turtles into the wild on Noosa Main Beach and the next we were reviving an unconscious casualty found in the water,” Senior Lifeguard Adam McKane tells us.
peregianspringsnews.com.au16 LOCAL NEWS No empty promises... just Stellar service! SERVICING CLIENTS THROUGHOUT QUEENSLAND stellarconveyancing.com.au 18 Mary Street, Noosaville | PO Box 1370, Noosaville BC Qld 4566 enquiries@stellarconveyancing.com.au Buying and selling property is the biggest investment most people will make in their lifetime. At Stellar Conveyancing you will find the most experienced Conveyancers in Queensland. Whether you are a first time home buyer or an experienced investor, we will ensure your transaction runs smoothly and is stress free. Call now for an obligation free quote 1300 51 61 71 From page 14 Our local surf lifesaving clubs offer Nippers programs which introduce children aged 5 to 13 years to surf lifesaving, teaching surf awareness skills, encouraging confidence in the water and inspiring the next generation of SurfOurLifesavers.localsurf clubs encourage all ages to get involved and offer training to anyone keen to learn vital lifesaving skills by obtaining the bronze medallion. The season starts in midSeptember.Australiais famous for its beautiful beaches and our region is home to some of the best. And whilst there are a host of recreational activities to be enjoyed in the water, the ocean is a dangerous place. Having lifeguards and surf lifesavers patrolling our beaches is an absolute privilege and a job that requires as much respect by beachgoers as the oceans they are patrolling. We are fortunate to have such amazing superheroes looking after us every day. Asked how many lives they have saved, "it is too many to say". These guys are amazing and so very humble. If you're interested in Nippers programs: • Peregian Beach Surf Club on 5448 0900 • Coolum Beach Surf Club on 5446 1148 • Sunshine Beach Surf Club on 5447 5491 Lifesaver and world champion paddle boarder Lachy Landsdown.
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Severe erosion uncovered parts of the stairs buried for a long time at beach access 77. The stairs need major structural repairs. After careful review it was decided it would be more cost effective to rebuild the stairs with a new aluminium and timber set. This will provide longevity while keeping the look of the natural timber stairs currently in place.Work is expected to begin late October. To ensure the large dune next to the stairs has a chance to rehabilitate, we are asking people to use alternative authorised access points.
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For service requests such as road hazards, dumped rubbish or tree issues, visit council’s website for contact details or fill out a service request form. If you have other issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
STAY IN TOUCH
A reminder that I regularly share my community chat days, local events, new development applications and other messages on my Facebook page at www. facebook.com/MariaSuarezDivision9. Cheers, Cr. Maria Suarez Division 9 – Sunshine Coast Council
STAIR WORK FOR TICKLE PARK COUNCIL NEWS WITH DIVISION 9 COUNCILLOR MARIA SUAREZ
Coolum Pines MX located in the Coolum Industrial estate is home to the Suncoast Junior Motorcycle Club which is well loved by people who love to ride. Noise complaints have been regularly received for the past 7 years. Council is acting in the best interest of all parties by allowing continued, but regulated, use of the site and giving residents some respite from the noise. As the club is located on Queensland Government land, zoned industrial, it has tenure directly with Economic Development Queensland (EDQ). Council has and continues to work with the club to resolve this mattercompliancetoattempt to find an appropriate alternative location for the club.
SERVICE REQUESTS
When you recycle your garden waste, it gets turned into mulch – creating a new life out of the old! Free coarse mulch is available at most Sunshine Coast waste facilities. Please check stock availability and quantity limits on our website. However, the quality of your mulch depends on the right things going in. Only put grass clippings, small branches and twigs, leaves, weeds, garden prunings and old flowers in your garden bin.
COOLUM MOTORCROSS UPDATE
TICKLE PARK BEACH ACCESS UPDATE
Peregian Springs News - September 2022 W W C I C A L G O O D B E T T E R B E S T * T E R M S & C O N D I T I O N S A P W E " G I F T " B A C K . W H A T M A
Earlier this month I got a preview of a new project that our tireless volunteers at Coolum and North Shore Coast Care are about to embark on.
Another reason to love where we live –surrounded by some of the best schools on the Coast that are delivering outstanding results.
Congratulations to Jemima Bainbridge, who took out the Outstanding ATSI Senior Stem Student award. This is an incredible achievement, given the tough competition from across the State, and is further evidence of the high standards being set at the school.
Drop by the electorate office at 11 Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach, phone 5406 7900 or email ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au. You can also get in touch via the facebook page www. facebook.com/DanPurdieMP
Got a local issue you’d like to discuss? I’ll be at the Rec Centre in Peregian Springs on Wednesday 7 September from 2pm, so get in touch if you’d like to make a time to meet.
STAY IN TOUCH
CAN YOU HELP OUT COAST CARE?
MOBILE OFFICE IN PEREGIAN SPRINGS
GAMBLING FUND GRANTS
2022 PETER DOHERTY AWARDS
Some of our best and brightest students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics have recently been recognized in the 2022 Peter Doherty Awards, and it will come as no surprise that included was a student from Coolum State High.
COOLUM NORTH SHORE COAST CARE
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They recently received a $20,000 Community Sustainability Action grant from the Department of Environment for weeding activities in the Noosa National Park in conjunction with Queensland Parks and Wildlife, and Brendan Stephen from Natural Bushland Ecology. I caught up with them at the Peregian section of the national park, which will be targeted along with other northern locations. I can’t speak highly enough of these environmental warriors who are so passionate about preserving and protecting our natural areas. They are always on the lookout for more volunteers, so if you’ve got some time on your hands and want to make a positive contribution to our local environment, please get in touch with them!
Coolum High is going from strength to strength across all areas of the curriculum thanks to the hard work and dedication of the amazing teachers and support staff.
The next round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund is expected to open within the next two weeks. After two super rounds of $100,000 this year, this will be a standard round of $35,000. Local group Clayden Potters know just how beneficial this program can be, having secured over $20,000 in a recent funding round to purchase a new kiln. This will come in very handy as the group continues to grow. They’ve been busy of late making handcrafted clay poppies, which will be soon feature in a new ‘garden of remembrance’ at Coolum Peregian RSL Club.
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I am inviting local not-for-profit groups to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for grants to support the work of our valued volunteers. Last year, I was pleased to see several local clubs benefit from grants of between $1,000 and $5,000, which provided fuel vouchers for Coolum Beach Meals on Wheels; training and equipment for Coolum District Netball Association; storage cabinets and fuel vouchers for Coolum HeARTS; a ride on mower for Coolum Beach Lions Club and two new laptops and a printer for Coolum Quota Club. Please contact my office on 5579 2800 or email obrien.mp@aph.gov.auted.for information on how to submit an EOI before 9th September.
SUPPORT FOR COOLUM SURF CLUB
I look forward to catching up with you at my pop-up office on Thursday 1st September from 7.40am– 9am near the Coolum Surf Club. This is part of my quarterly Road Trip around the Fairfax electorate, so please come along for a chat.
2022 VOLUNTEER GRANTS
TIME TO APPLY FOR GRANTS
THE AUSTRALIAN COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA AUTHORITY (ACMA) HAVE REPORTED A MASSIVE DROP IN SCAM CALLS SINCE DECEMBER 2020. New data released by ACMA shows that the country's telecommunications businesses blocked 110 million scam calls in April to June 2022 alone.
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Congratulations to four Peregian Springs sporting champions who received grants to help towards the cost of travelling to state, national and international championships: Sam Buxton who participated in the Australian Gymnastics Championships; Harley Davies who participated in the School State Squash Championship; Elise Toohey who participated in the U18 Basketball Championships; and Harry Wright who participated in the Lifesaving World Championships.
These are four out of a total of 37 sportspeople in Fairfax to receive grants of between $500 andApplications$750. are now open for the next round of local sporting champion grants. Apply online at https://www.sportaus.gov. au/before 30 September.
As the Surf Lifesaving season gets underway, I want to acknowledge the vital role all our Surf Clubs play in keeping us safe at the beach. I was pleased to visit Coolum Beach Surf Club recently and see their new retractable shade sail in action, provided with the help with a $9,345 Federal Government grant.
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peregianspringsnews.com.au26 LOCAL NEWS WITH AN UPCOMING TRIP FOR MYSELF TO REPRESENT AUSTRALIA AT THE PGA WOMEN’S CUP IN NEW MEXICO, I THOUGHT I WOULD SHARE MY TWO MOST IMPORTANT PRACTISE AREAS FOR PREPARING TO SHOOT LOW SCORES AT IMPORTANT GOLF EVENTS.
CONGRATS SINGING SIENNA! Congratulations to Coolum State High School Year 11 student Sienna Rose Ritchie who is the new National Champion after she scooped the pool in the Senior singing section of the TFT Sports & Events Management Australian National Championships on August 20 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.Sienna competed in both solo up tempo and down tempo, and well as in both groups, beating tough competition from Victoria and SouthSienna’sAustralia.nextsinging lead role will be as Serena Katz in the purple cast of Little Seed Theatre Company’s Fame at the Noosa J next month.
A service was held for Brian at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Nambour on August 25, with those attending urged to wear a Reds or Wallabies’ scarf, hat or jersey in honour of Brian’s diehard love of rugby union. The community has rallied with an outpouring of support for his family and his colleagues.
CONDOLENCES FOR DR BRIAN Coolum Vet Surgery staff and hundreds of local pet owners, friends and family have paid tribute to Dr Brian Collingwood who passed away from a heart attack on August 15,Brian2022.started out as a vet in Gympie where he married his wife Anne and they had four children, Andrew, Christopher, Nick and Kate.Hestarted Coolum Vet Surgery in Birtwill Street in 1993, before moving the business to the purpose-built facility at Yandina-Coolum Rd in 1998, where he has been looking after the region’s animals ever since.
The second factor is: Wedges from 30-90m. Whether your an elite player or a higher handicap, we ALL have good shots and bad shots.Focusing on being really accurate with your distance control in this range means you have the ability to hit out from the trees or wherever your errant shot may finish and you know you can hit the green and a chance of saving your score.
The first important factor; Long putting precision from far away. Most people have 3 putts simply because they didn’t get their speed on the first putt to finish near the hole. I focus a high majority of time hitting 10 putts from various distances from 9m to 16m from the hole and only moving to the next putting distance once I have achieved 10/10 inside a 1m circle.
It also adds an advantage on par 5’s by increasing your chance of birdies. Happy golfing, Katelyn Peregian Golf's Resident Professional SHORT GAME FOCUS FOR SCORES
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When engaging with a community group you will often establish friendships with people that are outside of your normal circle. They are a fantastic place to meet new people, if you are new to a community, and can help you feel connected and valued.
The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological wellbeing.Bymeasuring hormones and brain activity, researchers have discovered that being helpful to others pleasure.immensedelivers
youownfocusyourcandirectionmeaningalsoVolunteeringgivesyouandandhelptakemindandoffyourworriesascontribute to something bigger than yourself.
It helps combat loneliness, social isolation and depression through the relationships you build.
Some also develop career pathways from engaging as a volunteer in a community group.Sowhy don’t you consider volunteering and experience first-hand, the fulfilment that can be had by being part of a community/ charity group.
The benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Let’s explore some. Volunteering will connect you to group of people that share a common purpose which in turn can help you to develop a deep sense of purpose and fulfilment.
As a result, I’ve had the privilege to form partnerships with many of the fantastic community groups within our community.
peregianspringsnews.com.au28 CHAPPY'S CORNER WITH MARK HORSFALL PART OF MY ROLE AS A SCHOOL CHAPLAIN IS TO BE A LINK BETWEEN COMMUNITY/CHARITY GROUPS AND THE SCHOOL.
Volunteering as a family can also be very beneficial.
Volunteering can be very good for your mental health and wellbeing.
Sadly, over the years, I have seen a steady decline in people volunteering and as a result have even seen some of them close down.Needless to say, our community is in desperate need for these groups to stay in existence as they provide a significant contribution to those underprivileged and inSocietyneed. as a whole will struggle if we lose these groups through a lack of volunteers. It is the unpaid volunteer within these groups who is the glue that holds communities together.
Children watch everything parents do and learn by example. By giving back to the community, you’ll show them first-hand how volunteering makes a difference and how good it feels to help other people. It will also help them develop their social skills, self-esteem, confidence and new skills that might not be otherwise developed.
Chappy Mark Coolum State High School Chaplain
VOLUNTEER FOR A BRIGHTER DAY
Peregian Springs News - September 2022 29 S P R I N G I S H E R E A S S P R I N G A R R I V E S . . . S O D O M O R E B U Y E R S ! If you ' re planning to sell real estate this Spring, you ' re in great company Spring is one of the best times to market real estate for sale because the warmer months and the lead up to Summer means more homes for sale and more buyers looking to buy. K E R R Y S U L L I V A N 0 4 3 8 1 6 8 9 0 8 K E R R Y @ R W C O O L U M . C O M . A U 3 / 1 7 9 2 D A V I D L O W W A Y , C O O L U M B E A C H But more homes on the market also means more competition so it's absolutely essential your home is looking it's best.. and that's where I come in. I can help you prepare your home for sale so it gets noticed I can help you create the best marketing campaign designed to help you achieve the highest price possible. Let's begin with a market value update. Call or text me on 0438 168 908 and we'll set up a time to meet
peregianspringsnews.com.au30 CHURCH CONTACTS Coolum Beach Anglican Church Cnr Perry St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach 0447 002 573 email ang.coolum@gmail.com Or www.anglicanchurchcoolum.comsee Coolum Beach Baptist Church 1912 David Low Way -call 5446 1957 or www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/ 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 C3 Church Noosa, 24 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads, 10am, Sundays. See www.c3noosa.org Noosa Anglican Church - including Peregian Springs 5449 8009 Sunshinewww.anglicanchurchnoosa.org.&Beach(BicentennialDrv) or Peregian Springs (in St Andrew’s, 40 Peregian Springs Dve) Noosa Coastal Uniting Church5440 5433 & 0421 540 347 Noosa: 6 Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach at 8am Sundays: Tewantin: cnr Poinciana Ave & Werin St. at 10am Sundays St Peter’s Catholic Church 28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum 5443 3488 www. saintsonwaves.com.au Salvation Army, Coolum Connectionsrelaxed mid-week worship, every second Thursday from 9.30am at 3/127, Greenoaks Drive, Coolum Beach. Enquiries 5442 4218. Wave Church, The Cavern Theatre. Sunshine Beach State High. Ph: 5353 5152. Weekly events for youth, children and adults. wavechurch.com.au RIDGES SECURITY CONTACT A&V Security: 0400 196 695 (night patrol) Police Assistance - 131 444 Emergency assistance: 000 PEREGIAN FAMILY & FRIENDS INC Peregian Family & Friends Inc Est 2017. Advocates for and organises family friendly initiatives across the Peregian region. Mob: 0400 053 444 Web: Emailwww.peregianfriends.cominfo@peregianfriends.com for details. ROTARY NOOSA DAYBREAK meet regularly on Thursday mornings for breakfast at Noosa Springs from 6.45am for fun, furthering community projects and to hear from regular interesting speakers. See www. noosadaybreakrotary.org or @rotarynoosa on Facebook, phone 1300 791 226 or secretary.noosadaybreak@rotary9660.orgemail QUOTA CLUB OF COOLUM BEACH meet at the Lions Den (next to Fire Station) at 15 Russell St, Coolum Beach, at 2pm on the second Tuesday of the month. Contact: secretary@quotacoolum.com or Sandra Verrall on 0457 355 734. PEREGIAN MARKETS The Peregian Markets are held on the first and third Sunday of every month. GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Maria Suarez, office (Division 9) Tel – 5475 9810 State (Ninderry) Dan Purdie - Tel - 5406 7900 (Peregian Springs) State (Noosa) Sandy Bolton (Independent) Tel - 5319 3100 (Peregian Breeze) Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien - Tel- 5479 2800 (Wide Bay) Llew O’Brien - 1300 301 968 (Peregian Breeze) LOCAL SURF CLUB CONTACTS SUNSHINE BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS Phone 5447 5491 or see their website www. sunshinebeachslsc.com.au/nippers/ PEREGIAN BEACH SURF CLUB NIPPERS Phone 5448 0900 and follow activities at www. facebook.com/peregiannippers LOCAL CONNECT
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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.
Sadly, this is just not the reality for many children who have to enter the child protection system through no fault of their own.
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.
Respite weekend care for a child, or different children, two weekends a month.
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At IFYS Foster Care we know every child deserves to be safe, nurtured, cared for and Weloved.also know that adults are crucial in ensuring children are safe from abuse and harm.
Peregian Springs News - September 2022 33 MULTIPUZZLE Saying ………………………………………………………………………….. © Auspac Media MP1611 1. Solve the crossword puzzle 2. Search for some crossword words 3. The leftover letters form a saying ACROSS 1. Apprehend meaning (5) 5. Prefix, eight (4) 9. Relax (4) 10. Nide (5) 11. Small spider (4) 12. Give new weapons to (5) 13. Fit of rage (coll) (4) 14. Abode (7) 18. Stuck (7) 20. European currency (4) 23. Measure depth (5) 26. Parched (4) 27. Is defeated (5) 28. Wash (4) 29. Pitcher (4) 30. Small islands (5) DOWN 1. Jewels (4) 2. Precipitated (6) 3. Italian wine province (4) 4. Boil (6) 5. Crude mineral (3) 6. Shore (5) 7. Rocky peak (3) 8. Own to (5) 10. Suborn (5) 15. Spirited horses (5) 16. Standards of perfection (6) 17. Reach (6) 18. Sufficient (5) 19. Residence (5) 21. European mountain range (4) 22. Poems (4) 24. Base (3) 25. Sea (French) (3) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 A R A B S E L S I F E E E D R L O T D R D W L O M I W S E H O E A P P I B M A R O E R L M A T E L E R D U P S A R G S A B M E P D E N I A R B I T S A I U N D M C T H S N I T R O T S E E T H E S U O H A R A B S E L S E E E D R L O T D W L O M I W S O E A P P I B M O E R L M A T E R D U P S A R G B M E P D E N I B I T S A I U N C T H S N I T R S E E T H E S U
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