Peregian Springs News March 2016

Peregian Springs News Inform know grow Vol 1. Issue 5

March 2016

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New look store to re-open THE morning is sorted for Peregian Springs’ residents on March 19.

Take off early and vote in the council elections, then drop by Coles and check out their new-look store as it’s relaunched to the public.

Specialty cheeses, an olive bar, an extended health food bar and flat breads made on site are among the new features.

Store manager Sharon Wilson said shoppers were in for a treat.

The official re-opening is at 8am.

Mixed views on golf land A MEETING of more than 50 residents arranged by Peregian Springs Golf Club bosses to explain the golf club land sale to Aveo heard a sale contract to net the club $900,000 for the 12 proposed residential blocks has already been signed by the Club with Aveo, but finalising the contract hinges on Council approving a material change of use to change zoning from recreational space to residential to make way for the new housing.

Many residents, not in favour of the proposal, grilled golf club chiefs on reasons for the Club’s alleged financial woes, other alternatives explored by the Club before the land sale, how much land will be cleared on the golf course and the adequacy of a special one-off levy on the 350 full

members of the club of $1000 each, netting $350,000 which was expected to last until June 2016.

In response to resident concerns that, if approved, this proposal could pave the way for more development on the golf course and become an easy means of future cashflow for the club Director Keith Carrott indicated the proposal is the last of its kind telling the meeting that “there is no other land” to sell and the Club’s debt of around $15 million to Aveo over 1213 years had been “written off”.

Also when asked about whether the sale price to Aveo of $900,000 for the more than 10,000 square metres of golf course land was enough, Mr Carrott said the Club had received an independent land valuation.

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Local News From the Ed’s desk MARCH 19-you decide on a local government councillor, council mayor and whether you want a State Government for four years instead of three. It’s a big day for democracy.

Hot issues for our local government area include the golf club land rezoning, traffic congestion around the schools, youth recreation and appropriate development.

Pensioner rate rebates for rented retirement units also feature with Fair Go For Pensioners Alliance chairman John Davies saying some other councils give a rebate for such pensioners but Sunshine Coast Council doesn’t, making local pensioners up to $750 worse off here. If you are keen to support the pensioner rebate, then sign up to the Alliance’s petition at https:// www.communityrun.org/p/ sccRatesCons This edition we launch the first of a series of regular columns on family life and living with teens from Coolum State High School chaplain Mark Horsfall.

The next edition is all about the spirit of giving and charity.

Until next time,

Rebecca

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Responsibility for election coverage in this publication is taken by Rebecca Crockett of 117 The Avenue, Peregian Springs, Qld, 4573.

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Golf land story, continued….

Residents, including golf club members were split on the proposal with many, especially those with golf course homes, concerned about property devaluation and loss of outlook and greenspace.

However members in favour told the meeting that many members had lost something from the club’s financial downturn but the course was a “jewel in the crown” of Peregian Springs and deserved to be saved.

Club Secretary Declan McCollam who, the Club’s latest ASIC financial statement lists as having “over 30 years experience in the Golf and Hospitality industry and is a full member of PGA Australia”, said the Club tried many things to increase revenue, such as incentives to attract the 20 to 45 years age group.

Aveo were not at the meeting so the form of housing for the 12 proposed residential lots is unclear. It is also not clear, that if the Club’s $15 million debt has been forgiven by Aveo, whether Aveo will remove the first registered mortgage the Club’s latest ASIC financial statement says Aveo holds over the golf course and club house.

All local candidates attended with Cr Steve Robinson saying it’s up to the public in the public consultation stage to make submissions on rezoning.

Council have issued an information request to Aveo to give more information on a couple of issues including public safety and a list of the ‘public interest’ grounds which support the application despite conflict with the planning scheme. The public comment period may start soon after Aveo responds to Council’s request. See REC16/0012 on PD online website.

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Hill top land mapped THE path to recognition of Aboriginal cultural heritage significance for the hilltop forest at the Peregian Springs Sunland Development is one step closer with the site receiving a reference number from the State government and the name “Peregian Springs Traditional Lookout”.

At a recent gathering on the site above Pavilions Drive (diagonally opposite Coles), attended by a local Aboriginal group representative, residents and Greens party local government candidates, Local traditional Owner representative Bridgette Davis and Bunya Bunya Aboriginal Corporation volunteer Genevieve Jones walked through the forest to record cultural significance information to provide to the Queensland heritage department and include the site on a State heritage map – meaning Developers should consult traditional owners before any vegetation removal.

Ms Jones said the allocation of the number by the State government is a recording to 'flag' the cultural heritage values to developers and Council.

“It's not a site or heritage 'registration', which is another, longer process, under State legislation… The developers have no excuse to ignore 'duty of care', and are obliged to be talking to the designated Kabi Kabi First Nation (Native Title Claim) representatives,” she said.

At the site gathering in January, prompted by fears of possible imminent felling of trees similar to that next to the Shopping Centre, Ms Davis cried as she walked through the

site. “This area is sacred, it’s the dreaming, it’s our creation- it can’t be developed,” she said, “The mountains are the old people, still sitting on the country to protect it- they keep the balance.”

Ms Davis said the hilltop site is a sacred “mens area” “a place of ceremony, for smoke signals for safety, for initiation..”. Ms Jones, who helped map the coordinates of the site, said culturally significant areas can be intangible (an area) and tangible (objects). She said the hilltop land forms part of the local hilltop network of Mt Coolum and Mt Emu which tie into a “big dreaming”.

Developer Sunland says "As a leading Australian company committed to creating vibrant and enduring communities, Sunland understands and values the role of cultural heritage. Sunland is committed to engaging in a dialogue with the registered Traditional Owners, prior to developing this land " and "Sunland intends to proceed with the development in accordance with the existing planning requirements, which includes the retention of sections of existing vegetation.”

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People profile …

Tough choices helping us to stay green Arborists Rob Sewell and Ben Marsden, recently toured the suburb with PSN editor Rebecca Crockett to talk about the trees.

SENIOR Sunshine Coast Council Arborists Rob Sewell and Ben Marsden, are no strangers to Peregian Springs. They have assessed trees and vegetation across the estate at it various stages and say where they can keep trees they definitely will.

Tasked recently with assessing some 200 identified habitat trees for retention and overseeing the trapping and relocation of fauna on land next to Coles they say their work is a balancing act. “Experience and skills count in getting a responsible balance right,” Rob said.

Rob and Ben explained habitat trees are generally at the end of their lifespan. They had limbs break off due to disease or old age which created holes for wildlife but also increased public safety risk from falling limbs.

They said the nature of the development plan next to Coles, decided by Court decision back in 2005, meant no trees in the residential area could be retained due to their unsafe distance from planned homes.

Termite damage to large trees on the buffer zone, combined with the knowledge that trees do not do well on their own made it too risky to keep more trees than have been kept.

“Trees in decline die from the top down, the leaf canopy thins out but often leaves can grow prolifically at the bottom of the tree, giving the impression of health,” Ben said.

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TREE MEN: Rob Sewell and Ben Marsden to Coles and topsoil gathered has been retained to be re-laid once the landscaping is underway to promote seed diversity and regeneration.

Fauna identified near Coles and relocated mainly comprised of bats and lorikeets - few mammals were found.

“We used new methods above and beyond requirements… we used best practice in trapping and relocating the animals,” Ben said.

He said much of the wildlife was relocated around the estate to the many habitat boxes already existing with more built specifically to cater for the relocations.

Rob and Ben form part of the team tasked with fauna and vegetation management for the start of development stages. There is a vegetation management team within Council who are constantly touring the developed part of Peregian Springs and assessing trees.

“I’d rather prune a tree that looks a bit in decline and keep it for public enjoyment and wildlife habitat rather than cut it down,” Ben said.

“Planning is all about development mitigation,” Rob said, “Green, vibrant and diverse communities across the Sunshine Coast and including the Peregian Springs is our aim.”

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Local News

What’s to come at Ridgeview...

WITH all of the debate about the development of land next to the shopping centre and upcoming Council elections, it’s timely to give a summary of the facts to date.

Planning in Peregian Springs Ridges is governed by the Coolum Ridges Master Plan (Master Plan) and with each coloured area on that Master Plan representing a different use for the area.

A 2005 Planning and Environment Court decision set the Master Plan in place with conditions for the developers on how each stage should proceed.

In November 2014 FKP Residential Developments made two applications to Council’s planning department regarding 4.9ha of land between the Shopping Centre and Arcare - one for approval of 36 residential lots on land zoned “medium residential” in red on the Master Plan.

The other was for a material change of use to essentially put 47 residential lots on part of the land that was zoned as “village centre” (lower section of the blue C1 part on the Master Plan).

Regarding the first application, Council Planning approved the 35

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residential lots for the red medium residential zone behind Arcare.

Regarding the second application, on the blue “village centre” land, the Developer reduced its plan for 47 residential lots to 31 after Council Planning queried the Developer.

On 30 October 2015, after the public notice period ended with one objection received (from the Shopping Centre owners), Council Planning approved 24 residential lots - not the 47 or the 31 the Developer asked Council for originally.

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Local news Council planning said it had asked that seven of the 31 lots sought by the developer be added to the commercial lot 3292 to create a more usable lot. “The remaining 24 lots proposed along the most southern section of the site are acceptable for the purpose of residential lots as this land may be difficult to achieve a good commercial outcome due to the ground levels and access through the residential zoned land,” the planning report says.

On the whole site comprising the two applications (red and blue areas) FKP applied for 82 residential lots in total (via 2 applications).

Council Planning approved only 60 residential lots (36 in the R5 medium density red area - 24 in the blue

“village centre” area). The land cleared next to the shops contains the last “Village Centre” land for the whole of Peregian Springs - land for use by all residents.

Some of the uses allowed for village centre land are community centre, library, service station, retail, office, restaurants, childcare and more.

Depending on what the developer opts to build on the Village Centre site their may or may not be the opportunity for public comment.

Given the master plan already in place for the land and it’s current zoning, Council has advised that in some cases, a development application may simply be assessed by the Council against the codes for that particular style of lot.

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Candidate Q & A - Division 9

Stephen Robinson (current Councillor) 1. Why did you decide to run for local council and in particular Division 9? Four years ago I sought the role of councillor to make a difference to our communities. Today I am still inspired by our vision to be Australia's most sustainable region with careers for our children, better environmental and social outcomes and detailed action plans for the future. I believe my skills, experience and passion has delivered much needed outcomes for the Sunshine Coast and Division 9. While much has been achieved, there are many regional and community projects needed to revitalise the region and Division 9.

2. What do you commit to do for Peregian Springs in the next term of Council and how? Unfounded promises can easily be made, particularly when Peregian Springs is already working to an approved master plan that fully protects its wonderful assets and lifestyle.

However, self-evident growing pains and challenges to road systems and community infrastructure need further work where my existing strong working relationships with the State Government and Council can deliver better results. Examples include the timing of construction of the southern access link/overpass, an independent traffic study for the State School, approved construction of the dog offleash park and preliminary investigation into an additional children's recreational areas.

3. What do you commit to the Sunshine Coast in the next term of 10

Council and how?

Councillor's are 'Board Directors' for the $580m business of Council. I have been instrumental in strengthening council's financial position (equal best in Queensland) so that the community can benefit from the millions of extra dollars of community infrastructure such as the Coolum Civic Centre and the sealing of Doonan Bridge East Rd. With my leadership of Economic Development, Aviation, Cleantech industries and Digital Technologies I will also progress major regional projects such as the new airport runway, Solar Farm and the Maroochydore Smart City to provide new careers for our residents.

4. What will your priorities be for Peregian Springs and the Sunshine Coast? For the Sunshine Coast we must continue to diversify the economy, create more jobs, build much needed infrastructure, invest in environmental outcomes and support our communities with a compassionate social policy. For Peregian Springs I will deliver all of the initiatives identified in Q2 and work with council and the estate developer on the designated Village Centre. No candidate can promise a specific outcome, but I believe my skills and experience give this community its best chance of delivering a better Village Centre.

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5. Why will Division 9 be a better place by electing you? Division 9 is blessed with outstanding natural beauty but most families need to work to live here. By improving council's financial position, creating more career opportunities and funding those critical environmental and social programs, families can enjoy the work and lifestyle that is so important to everyone. Funded projects such as the sealing of rural roads (Doonan Bridge East Rd) the Coolum Civic and Sports Complexes, the Peregian Springs dog offleash park as well as essential funding for local organisations all contribute to make Division 9 a better place to live.

Remember that I led Council's opposition to the major Lake Weyba development providing an insight into the environmental values and my strength to best represent you.

6. What skills and strengths would you bring to the role of Councillor? Passion for the role is important. But it must be combined with leadership skills and management strengths when dealing with government officials, council executive management, councillor colleagues, community groups and council staff when advocating for your Division. Whether involved in strategic discussions on the regions' future, debating controversial policy matters or advocating for your communities at budget time, your ability to build working relationships and earn the respect of others through your personal qualities will make that difference.

Critically, the role requires a full commitment to long hours (often more than 70hrs a week) which sacrifices important family time. Remember this is a senior management and high profile community role with few compromises.

7. At the end of the next term, if elected, what do you hope to see as your best achievement? From a regional

perspective the creation of many new career options for our kids and grandkids through our Economic Development Strategy and region building projects will be a great achievement. Locally, finalising the community based projects such as the upgrade to the Coolum Civic Centre/Coolum Library and Jack Morgan Park precinct will be exciting.

8. Will you commit to regular community visits, say at local cafes at regular times to meet and greet with residents? Yes. I already do this. My monthly 'meet and greet' sessions at central locations in Coolum, Eumundi and Bli Bli allow residents to tell me their issues face to face. Peregian Springs will be added next term if I am successful.

9. Will you lobby for a skate park for Peregian Springs if elected? Yes, I door knocked local issues and there is strong community support for a skate park.

10.Will you investigate recreation options if elected? If so, what would those be and how would you deliver those? Yes, I have already funded a preliminary investigation of additional recreation options and suitable locations.

The next stage is consultation on those options as well as a skate park.

11. Anything else you would like to mention to electors? It is a shame a lot of misinformation is being used during this election campaign. Just to clarify, Peregian Springs is a fully masterplanned community with designated green corridors and open spaces preserved for future generations. There is absolutely no risk to them being built out.

I hope residents now realise why it is essential to have the right blend of experience, skills and dedication to represent your interests at any level. I believe I have those qualities and am seeking your support in the local government elections in March.

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Candidate Q & A—Division 9

Scott Larsen ‌ Independent 1. Why did you decide to run for the local council election and in particular in Division 9? The catalyst for running for local council was the news that I would be becoming a father, whilst I had always had the notion to go into politics it was this change that sparked my decision.

I want to see the beauty and lifestyle that I enjoy on the Sunshine Coast maintained and improved for future generations. What we have and love now needs to be available in the years to come.

2. What do you commit to do for Peregian Springs in the next term of Council and how? After completing door knocking in Peregian Springs the number one issue raised was the loss of green spaces and areas for people to live. I have already published and circulated a pledge that commits me to protecting and developing our green spaces for everyone to use and allows our kids to just be kids. I have also committed to bringing more events to the suburbs in division 9 which will in turn develop those communities. I will commit to increasing the level of community consultation and open communication.

3. What do you commit to do for Sunshine Coast in the next term of Council and how? I commit to sustainable development, with clear planning that ensures the suburbs of division 9 are more than just concrete jungles or stretches of houses. As the CBD of Maroochydore comes online I

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will work to ensure that suburbs such as Peregian Springs, Coolum and Bli Bli are not eaten up into a super suburb. These suburbs will be where people raise families, retire and can enjoy the coastal lifestyle. 4. What will your priorities be for Peregian Springs and the Sunshine Coast?

My priorities echo the needs and concerns of the residents of division 9 that I have met through door knocking and other mediums. My priorities include bringing more events north of the Maroochy River, ensuring development is encouraged but managed so we don’t lose the Sunshine Coast identity, easing traffic congestion and continuing to enhance the regions tourism and business opportunities.

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5. Why will Division 9 be a better place by electing you? Division 9 will be a better place as I will be an independent strong voice for the region. I will not be governed by party policies or deals done with developers. I will increase the level of consultation with the community and truly represent the majority rather than dictating term to the community.

6. What skills and strengths would you bring to the role of Councillor?

The skills and strengths I will deliver to the role are honesty, integrity and hard work to name a few. I have the drive to see the sunshine coast maintain its identity and what makes it special. I have proven track record managing and supervising multimillion dollar projects and budgets.

7. At the end of the next term, if elected, what do you hope to see as your best achievement? If successful, at the end of the next term I hope to be able to say I was the voice for the region and I represented those who put their trust in me to the level they expected and deserved. I want to be able to say that I enhanced community spirit through events and activities, improved job prospects and maintained the beauty of the sunshine coast.

8. Will you commit to regular community visits, say at local cafes, at regular times to meet and greet with residents? Yes, I have already started doing this as well as door knocking and attending sporting sign ons and meetings. I see it as an important step to ensure that the community is heard and represented.

9. Will you lobby for a skate park for Peregian Springs if elected?

One of the first people I met through

door knocking told me of how his son started a petition for a skate park, gained local support and had it unsupported from council. I do not believe that parents and residents want to grouped into a Coolum or Peregian Beach catchment with regards to these types of facilities. We need a place for our kids to be kids and if sufficient land is made available I believe there is already enough interest to support the facility and if this interest is maintained I will represent those wishes.

10. Will you investigate recreation options if elected, if so, what would those be and how would you deliver those? Yes, residents have expressed to me the desire to have recreation facilities that can be used by the entire Springs residents not just those under a body corp arrangement.

I would pursue these facilities as a joint venture between state government and local council and would seek community input as to what they would like to see, after all it is the residents I hope to represent whose opinions matter.

11.Anything else you would like to mention to electors? I am an independent candidate and believe that I am the right person to represent division 9. I have not and will not take money from developers to fund a campaign and am willing to disclose all campaign incomings and outgoings prior to the election. With me what you see is what you get. Whilst I am very active now meeting people, attending meetings, sporting sign ons and delivering flyers this will not change when elected. I will be active in the community promoting our great region and listening to residents.

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Polling booth locations DIVISION 9 Polling booths Bli Bli: Bli Bli State School, 12-38 School Rd, Bli Bli Brisbane City Hall: Brisbane City Hall, Sandgate Room,

64 Adelaide Street, Brisbane (this booth is open for pre-poll voting) Coolum: Coolum State School, School Rd, Coolum Beach Coolum Beach North: Uniting ADVERTISEMENT

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March 19—local election Church Hall, 22-26 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach (this booth is open for pre-poll voting)

Peregian Springs: Peregian Springs State School, 191 The Avenue, Peregian Springs

Eumundi: Eumundi State School, 22 Caplick Way, Eumundi

Yandina: School of the Arts Hall, 11 Farrell Street, Yandina

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Candidate Q & A —Division 9

Angela Wilson… Greens candidate 1. Why did you decide to run for the local council election and in particular in Division 9?

I’ve lived here for 12 years and think it’s the best place in the world to live. I feel that one of the best ways for me to make a real difference is to play a part in best practice long term planning, so generations to come can benefit from the foresight of good choices we make today.

3. What do you commit to do for Sunshine Coast in the next term of Council and how?

1.Develop and advocate for innovative and sustainable villages; 2. Build a smart green economy with carbon neutrality by 2025 and a green ideas and jobs foundation (by donating a portion of my wages and using similar Byron Shire Council modelling); 3. Expand health and wellbeing sector - public university hospital, private clinics and natural therapy centres; 4. Develop and lobby for integrated, affordable, efficient, safe and out of hours public transport services with fast rail, light rail and electric buses; 5. Support biodiversity including a wildlife preservation program and edible landscapes; 6. Establish a Chief Digital Officer to foster the knowledge economy; 7. Develop a framework managing population levels and retaining farms and nature; 8. Expand education and learning services– university, TAFE and colleges to support knowledge and skills; 9. Expand the number of village community centres and quality of 16

services provided (arts, wellbeing, personal development, continuing learning); 10. Foster sports and leisure centres of excellence and institutes; 11. Facilitate the development of affordable housing; 12. Sponsor indigenous eco-cultural centres and ranger programs.

4. What will your priorities be for Peregian Springs and the Sunshine Coast? Commit to making myself available to actively listen to constituents’ concerns. To being transparent and keeping all lines of communication open.

See the Memorandum of Understanding as a result of the court case with Sunshine Coast Environment Council and Developers is upheld.

Address parking and traffic management issues. Effective transport infrastructure is also a problem on the Coast. See Sunshine Coast Greens policy “Connecting people & places” on our website www.itsyoursunshinecoast.com 5. Why will Division 9 be a better place by electing you? Because I’m passionate about empowering our community by grassroots participatory representation and seeing that we strengthen our region to ensure opportunities and prerequisites to good health are instigated.

I’ll be making fair decisions based on practical realities on the ground. I am

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not anti-development. I will assess the merits of individual cases and consult with experts. I aim to protect what makes us iconic and special – our green edge! We don’t want the Sunshine Coast to morph into The Gold Coast. Medium density development is more sustainable than suburban sprawl, but only if you invest in the infrastructure needed to keep the city kicking.

6. What skills and strengths would you bring to the role of Councillor?

I’m a critical care qualified Registered Nurse and women’s health counsellor with qualifications in community and aged care services and business management, plus studying law. I have significant ability to work under pressure, to be a part of a team, and to assess priorities, while caring for people. Social and environmental justice is my passion. This passion has helped me develop effective skills in research, community engagement, and collaborative teamwork.

I’ll bring a strong commitment for working collaboratively with community, assessing priorities for the region and working as part of a strong team on council.

7. At the end of the next term, if elected, what do you hope to see as your best achievement?

Creating many more 21st Century jobs and cut council costs by embracing sustainable planning and instituting new approaches that are being implemented globally with regards to energy security.

8. Will you commit to regular community visits, say at local cafes, at regular times to meet and greet with residents?

Yes, 100%. I’m friendly, approachable and love a good yarn and to listen and learn. I believe that community connection is the key to effective

representation. If council isn’t for the people, who is it for?

9. Will you lobby for skate park for Peregian Springs if elected? Yes. Tony Gibson (Green's Mayoral candidate) has invited me to a meeting organised with State Member for Nicklin, Peter Wellington MP. I will champion this cause when we meet him so Peregian Springs youth can benefit from having some land unlocked to build a skatepark. I envisage a skate park like the one at Peregian Beach. It’s great for younger kids, and has good shade. Getting the local school to be involved in the design so they can be proud would be fantastic. I value endeavors that benefit the wellbeing and happiness of community.

10. Will you investigate recreation options if elected, if so , what would those be and how would you deliver those?

Promoting music, sporting and lifestyle events. Also, community programs that involve activities for children.

I’m a firm advocate of the role of the arts and culture on the Coast. I will work hard for Key sport and recreation site maintenance and development.

A community market or a biennial/ annual fair, outside of Christmas Carols, to bring the community together in the Springs would be something I’d like to develop.

11. Anything else you would like to mention to electors?

If people have never voted Green, now is the time. Our team has the heart, the passion and the credentials to get the job done. We are ready to serve you creatively, inclusively and above all with integrity to enhance local community assets, inspirations, and potential to create a clean, green healthy and diverse region where nature and community are sustained.

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Chappy’s column … Family focus

Be aware of the dangers of blue light Over the coming year my goal is to give you informative information around issues that surround and confront teenagers. I am no expert or pretend to know everything on adolescence however over the last 20 years I have worked with young people in a vast variety of ways. I have learnt some things along the way and my desire is that through this column is that you will gain some information that may help you as parents of teenagers or as teenagers. Mark Horsfall and his family. Photo by Tara—Sunshine Coast Videography I WONDER what is the last thing you do before going to bed? can set yourself up for better sleep. If For many of us including myself it’s you need a night light make sure it’s probably scanning through the latest red as this does not affect sleep like news feed on Facebook, playing a blue light. game on the iPad, or watching TV. My wife and I have personally made Did you know though that this is it a practice to not be on our extremely detrimental to your sleeping electronical devices or watching TV 20 patterns particularly if you’re a min before going to sleep. We have teenager? The blue light that is found that we are sleeping better and emitted from our electronical devices are more refreshed the next day. can throw our biological clock out of If you’re a parent it may be a rhythm and whack. Studies show that challenging task to get your teenager exposure to the blue light at night can to do this. If you can though you are suppress the hormone melatonin from promoting healthy brain development being released from our brain. for your child. If that fails, you could Melatonin regulates our internal always get them orange lens body clock and is stimulated by sunglasses to use 20min before sleep complete darkness. There are many as this works too. Good luck. studies that link too much light at night Chappy — (Mark Horsfall) particularly blue light before sleep to Chaplain Coolum State High School References: diseases like depression, mood swings, diabetes, insomnia, http://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/ migraines, obesity and heart disease. blue-light-has-a-dark-side So this presents the question what https://gigaom.com/2014/09/01/what-is-the-bluedo we do about it? Research suggests light-from-our-screens-really-doing-to-our-eyes/ that by turning these devices off a http://www.sott.net/article/233468-Theminimum of 20min before sleep you Importance-of-Melatonin Peregian Springs News, March edition 2016.

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People/Advice

Family feel with apartment move HEARING the surf on a quiet night is an added bonus to Aveo Peregian Springs Country Club serviced apartment living according to Judy Wrigley.

Always having an affinity with the ocean the former Victorian and Peregian Beach resident moved to the Village in 2007 into a two bedroom, two bathroom unit but only felt completely settled when she decided the unit was too big and moved into a serviced apartment in Gracemere Manor.

Her property is unique, has a large breezy green courtyard and with housekeeping and meals taken care

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of she’s free to enjoy the many activities at the Village.

Although she walks every day, Judy recently suffered a severe back injury and was overwhelmed by the response of residents who gave her cards, phone calls and flowers. “I feel like I’m home. It’s a nice family here,” Judy said.

Her illness was unexpected, but Judy feels she is in the best place with 24 hour care and regular nurse visits.

With her paintings on the walls, each telling their own story so far, Judy is looking forward to the next chapter full of friends and fond memories waiting to be made.

Business strategy with Brian Irving

Are you ready for the reality and challenges of starting your business?

Think about your income Running a business often means long hours, no holidays and little personal income. If the business makes a profit you may choose to invest this money back into the business rather than pay yourself a salary.

Assess your personality Starting and running a business requires many skills, so assess your personal attributes. How do you handle pressure and stress? Do you have a positive attitude? Is outsourcing skills you lack to someone else an option?

How can you exit?

You need to consider your exit strategies. Ideally, your business

should be managed and maintained as if it was for sale at all times. When starting up, you need to plan for your business to be a saleable asset continually seeking ways that have been analysed to value add. Let's call it the M and M approach, Measuring and Monitoring.

In business you have to work through the hard shell (the milestones you will encounter) until you reach the sweet choc centre (the success point).

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Business spotlight—opinion TOP FIVE MOST COMMON MORTGAGE MISTAKES… MORTGATE MATTERS with Trevor Ryan Aussie Home Loans Phone: 0411 211 401 1. Setting and forgetting: Not regularly reviewing your mortgage or limiting yourself to one lender’s products can be a mistake. By regularly checking if your mortgage is still competitive you will be able to compare it to other products on the market. One bank may only have 5 or 6 products to choose from whereas a broker will have access to many different banks’ products. If you choose to refinance to another bank any costs involved can often be recouped over time with a lower interest rate.

2. Choosing a mortgage purely for its interest rate: Although interest rates are always a hot topic, often the features you need in a loan may be just as important and should always be taken into consideration as well.

3. Overlooking mortgage structure: Some mortgages come with extras including offset accounts, credit cards, lines of credit and redraw facilities.

Some have no frills. It is important to seek a product and structure – interest and principal or interest-only – most compatible with your unique borrowing position and purpose.

4. Fixing without all the facts: A fixedterm interest rate mortgage can cost you thousands of dollars if you need to break it. Although fixing gives you certainty of those low payments, you really need to take your long term needs into consideration. Remember you can also split a loan so only a portion of it is fixed.

5. Not getting pre-approval: Unless you have a written pre-approval from your lender, you can never be certain you will get the amount of finance you need. You can use online tools to get an idea but they may not take into account all of the things a bank needs to see. A broker who is familiar with the banks and their criteria can give you a much better idea of which ones will have a product to fit your particular circumstances. They can then help you apply for preapproval so you are absolutely sure of your borrowing power.

Are you getting a great interest rate on your loan?

Trevor Ryan can help!

Trevor has been Aussie’s top broker in Queensland for the past 5 years, and always No. 1 on the Sunshine Coast.

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Opinion/Advice

Aged care move is just like buying a house WEALTH NEWS with Tom Wigzell & Aaron Cross Patersons Peregian Springs Phone: 5409 6120 EVERY day, Australians are moving homes to upgrade their accommodation, to relocate for work or family reasons or to try a different lifestyle. The move usually means selling an existing home or borrowing to buy a new home, or perhaps renting a new home.

The same concept applies if you can no longer live independently in your own home and make the move to residential aged care. This requires moving to a home owned by the care provider and you need to “buy” or “rent” a room in that home.

Just as the prices of private homes can vary widely, so can prices for aged care accommodation depending on location, type of accommodation and amenities – with prices potentially ranging from $100,000 to $2.5 million.

Choosing a home is not just about cost.

Five important questions to consider when choosing which aged care service suits you best are: 1. Where do you want to live and what is important in relation to location, care and lifestyle?

2. Can you afford the cost of the room and still generate enough cashflow to meet ongoing fees and living expenses?

3. How does the cost compare to other suitable alternatives?

4. How should you structure finances to meet your cashflow needs?

5. What actions can you take to protect your estate?

Obtaining sound financial advice can help guide you through the process, providing professional guidance and support to create effective solutions for your family.

Need help navigating the aged-care maze?

Our comprehensive Aged Care Advice Package can help.

Talk to one of our Accredited Aged Care specialists today.

Tom Wigzell (07) 5409 6120

Aaron Cross (07) 5409 6100

Patersons Peregian Springs, Suite 4, 2 Balgownie Drive, Peregian Springs 4573

www.psl.com.au Patersons Securities Limited ABN 69 008 896 311 AFSL No. 239 052

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Business profile— Custom Bike Fit

Passion for the pedal now here WITH Peregian Springs blessed with bike tracks connecting to almost anywhere on the Coast, bike riding can help riders keep fit, commute and compete - but pain and discomfort can put the brakes on enjoyment and progress.

Custom Bike Fit, a business solely focused on integrating the bike, the person and their purpose, is now based in Peregian Springs and owner/operator Michael Baker says his service is for “anyone who wants to ride a bike” and aims to help clients from beginners to elite athletes ride in pain free comfort and achieve their personal riding goals.

A seasoned triathlete and regular competitor Michael says any bike shop will offer a bike fit, but often don’t have the tools, time or experience to understand the rider’s history and future goals to make the bike work with them to achieve their purpose.

“I have an intuition because I have been riding for so long…” Michael says, “It starts with empathy, collaboration and discussion with clients. Comfort is the key,” he says. Matching information from

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discussion with the client with statistics obtained from measuring them on their own bike or the fully adjustable bike fit jig in his high-tech home studio enables him capture the rider in 3D movement and make precise changes to the bike and rider setup for optimum results.

Riders in the market for a bike can take information from their Custom Bike fit as a “shopping list” to a bike shop to get the right bike for them, minimising guesswork and the possibility of making the mistake of buying the wrong bike.

Michael has provided bike fits for kids to elite athletes across all age groups and helps clients from throughout the Sunshine Coast, Queensland and worldwide either in his studio or via Skype using video analysis. He says you gain benefit from a professional bike fit the moment you do it. “Pain is not something you have to put up with.”

Michael is offering a series of upcoming free workshops for triathletes and road riders. For tips in the meantime see Michael’s You Tube channel or visit www.custombikefit.com.

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MAKE THE MOST OF THE SYNERGY TEAM SYNERGY Physio looks forward to bringing you a wide range of classes to assist in improving your health! Our next 5-week block of classes starts with the next school term, the week of the April 11. The classes run by our physiotherapy and exercise physiology team are designed to provide a supportive and professionally supervised environment for the recovery of back pain, spinal problems and rehabilitation. They are eligible for a health fund rebate.

We also have the wonderful Amber Muller joining our team as yoga teacher.

Amber has more than 20 years of extensive experience teaching yoga and running retreats and will offer a wide range of yoga classes.

UPCOMING CLASSES Mondays: 10am: Pregnancy yoga 11am: Mums & Bubs yoga 6.30pm: Yogalates Tuesdays: 7-7.45am: Level 1 rise' n'shine yoga Wednesdays 6-6.45am: Level 2 rise'n'shine yoga 11am: Physio - Pilates Thursdays 11am: Yoga-Physio

We also offer PAYG small group pilates reformer trio classes with for those recovering from spinal problems and back pain.

Bookings essential for all classes as numbers are limited.

To book a class or make an appointment, phone our friendly reception staff on 07 5548 3369.

Our Team Members Nichole Hamilton Practice Principal, physiotherapist, yoga and pilates teacher; Jessica Morrin physiotherapist and pilates teacher; Paula Magrani exercise physiologist, pilates and yoga teacher; Amber Muller yoga teacher.

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Arts and entertainment

Little dancers learning in leaps

TINY TOES: Junior dancers in The Dance Centre Peregian Springs’ Nutcracker Ballet, December 2015

MARCH 5 was “the” day to be at Balgownie Drive as Peregian Wellness Centre opened its doors to the public and Benchmark Café celebrated its fifth birthday with free pizzas.

The Wellness Centre is upstairs at 2 Balgownie Drive and features Synergy Physiotherapy, the Natural Health and Wellness Centre Peregian Springs and the Dance Centre Peregian Springs.

On the day, Dance Centre Principal Deborah Preece-Brocksom and her team put on a series of free shows for the public and talked about the high quality facilities the centre offers.

She said a highlight for young legs in particular was the Centre’s sprung flooring helping take some of the physical stress out of dancing, reducing the injuries that might otherwise be had by dancing on concrete floors.

One focus for the Centre is its growing team of Tiny Toe students who take little steps into the world of dance as part of a carefully crafted program delivered by fully qualified professional dance teachers that helps children to progress each week.

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Programme that provides entertainment to local residents and an opportunity for students to perform in front of a crowd.

“Our Community Outreach Programme has already visited Arcare this term taking children as young as 7 to dance for the residents,” Ms PreeceBrocksom said.

The next big event for the Centre is a Princess Ballerina Party with enrolment information for new parents and the Graduation Ceremony of Tiny Toe and Little Dancer students who will move up to the next level on April 9, The event is on from 10-11am, is free and aimed at children 2-6 years.

OPEN DAY FUN Nichole and Jess from Synergy Physio.

Dr Vanessa Doyle of the Natural Wellness Centre.

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“Safe, Inclusive and Connected Neighbourhoods and Online Communities”

MARCH 2016 update

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR AREA COORDINATORS RECENTLY we heard from a resident who had approached a neighbour’s house to request they turn their music down. It was a reasonable request but the response from the residents was that they were within their rights to play loud music until midnight.

This got us wondering how many people are aware of the actual rulings in Queensland? Many people think there is a cutoff time for when you can play loud music but in fact Queensland is one of the few states where there is no time-based noise restriction.

Instead, excessive noise can be reported to police at any time of day.

According to the Queensland Drug and Alcohol Unit, excessive noise from amplified music, motors, generators and guests is the number one reason why Police are called to a party.

Queenslanders are renown for loving life and why not when you live in paradise? There’s nothing wrong with hosting a celebration at your home but

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it makes sense to be proactive in making sure you don’t disturb your neighbours. Failure to do so could result in a regretful dispute with a neighbour or even a visit from the local police and a Noise Abatement being issued. We are very fortunate to have a great community spirit in Peregian Springs, let’s not ruin it by forgetting to consider those living around us.

We will be having another meeting in April so keep an eye on our blog and facebook page for details. Until next time, stay safe. .

Leigh and Paula (Area Coordinators)

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