Peregian Springs News September 2018

Peregian Springs News Inform know grow Volume 3. Issue 12

September 2018

HAV–AN-A GREAT TIME: Peregian Springs’ own markets are now on the last Friday of every month. Whether it’s cup cakes, slow cooked beef, arancini balls, donuts, ice creams, potato swirls, local craft, balloon animals or live music, you can find it here.

For more information see www.facebook.com/havananightsperegianspringsmarkets

Don’t trash the neighbours!

ONE new resident has come all the way from Europe to start a new life in Peregian Springs, but already he’s concerned for the area’s future in what he sees as a lack of respect for the local environment.

Jurgen Kint, who arrived in May with his wife and two young sons, is worried the amount of rubbish and

dumped household goods around the suburb, especially in the new part of Peregian Springs where he lives.

He also fears motorbikes and 4WDs he has seen accessing the Noosa National Park are using the Park for their own recreation and damaging natural habitats in the process.

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From the Ed’s desk: This month we celebrate three years since the first edition of Peregian Springs News came out as an 8-page publication with a vision that the local community might like to read news about themselves and what’s going on their neighbourhood on a bi-monthly basis.

Within a month of its release, readers and advertisers, said they’d prefer it monthly, so monthly it became and is still is. November 2015 hit 16 pages.

Today we’re averaging 32 pages a month.

A special thanks goes all those advertisers who have helped to make it possible to print and distribute the magazine each month, and in particular those who have been there since the start and are still with us today: Aussie Coolum, Paterson’s Wealth Management, Peregian Pest Control and Synergy Physio.

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As a community (and since I moved here six years ago) we’ve seen plenty of news, including the dog park proposed and built, whole sections of the estate opened, our local schools grow and the golf course close and open again, changes of electoral boundaries and we’ve welcomed more than 3000 more people to Peregian Springs –from 3949 in 2011 to 7065 in 2016 (from ABS data).

I hope you enjoy this edition.

Rebecca peregianspringsnews@gmail.com

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Dumping your rubbish?

It will catch up with you From page 1 Drink and food containers, as well as bits of building packaging were regular items found by Mr Kint, including in “bio-retention” areas. He says he has also seen household items dumped in the National Park and on kerbsides including in and next to builders skips.

Mr Kint says it doesn’t just look messy, it can lead to OVERLOADED: Local builders are turning up to environmental problems. face skip bins with dumped unwanted household goods, while rubbish adorns the nature strips.

“Peregian Springs is nice and close to the beach and woodlands and the natural environment but the rubbish takes away from that,” Mr Kint said, “plastic foam degrades, birds and fish eat it and can die…everything’s connected.”

He says expecting Council to pick it up isn’t really the solution because rates just go up.

It seems builders are also concerned about the level of Tradesman said. household dumping, especially in their “When people can’t fit it in the bin skips. they just leave it beside it.”

Peregian Springs News visited the He said the problem has no easy building area at the South-Eastern answer with people thinking tip fees end of Peregian Springs and the first are too expensive or perhaps it’s just skip viewed had an old microwave “laziness”. sticking out.

He said hard garbage collection One Tradesman said household wouldn’t help because people move a rubbish in their skips “drove him mad” lot and wouldn’t wait for the next and out of the 12 skips on average collection. they took to the tip for each house per We contacted Council for comment month, he could fill about three with but did not receive reply before the amount of household rubbish deadline. However, at the Sunshine dumped in them.

Coast Council Resource and “It’s $350 per bin.. it increases costs Recovery Facilities (the “Tip”) many but we just have to absorb it,” the items are free to drop off... Cont. p4.

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Local News— From page 3 … including white goods, items that can be sold via recycle markets such as furniture, toys and building materials and mattresses.

Residents still have to get rubbish and items to the Tip with their own car or by hiring a trailer or someone else to help and we have some great locals offering this service, (see WOW Applications and Coolum trailer hireadverts below).

See www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ Living-and-Community/Waste-andRecycling/Recycling-and-WasteDisposal for a list of items that are accepted for free by Council Tips.

Another move which may help rubbish disposal and create cashflow for residents and not-for-profit groups is the State Government’s new Container refund scheme set to start November 1 where 10c per eligible

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container is offered (see our story detailing the scheme and locations for refund points pages 6 and 7) Fines and signs to stop unauthorised National Park access After Mr Kint contacted the local Parks authority about apparent unauthorized vehicle access to the National park and rubbish dumping, a local Ranger recently came to walk through the National Park to see the areas of concern, particularly just south of Peregian Springs.

Peregian Springs News contacted the Department of Environment and Science to inquire whether it was illegal for private vehicles to access the National Park and what penalties exist.

A DES Spokesperson said “Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers are currently installing new signage in Noosa

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Rubbish and Recreational vehicle challenge National Park. This follows reports of unauthorised motor vehicles accessing this section of Noosa National Park.

“QPWS rangers have recently inspected the gates and fencing on the northern boundary of the national park at Ridges Boulevard, adjacent to the Peregian Springs residential area.

“The new signage will advise visitors that only authorised vehicles are permitted in the area. Fines of up to $391 may be issued for unauthorised access.

“Should members of the public require more information they can contact the Tewantin QPWS office on (07) 5470 3400.”

New way to enjoy National Park Locals still look set to enjoy the Park– this time on bike or foot- with State MP for Ninderry Dan Purdie investigating the possibility of opening

a mountain bike and walking trail through the National Park from the southern end of Peregian Springs to the Coolum Industrial Park.

Plans for developing a multi-use recreational trail network “that would enhance recreation outcomes for the local Peregian Springs community” were originally discussed in 2015 by the former Independent State MP for Nicklin Peter Wellington with the then State Environment Minister, Steven Miles and Council.

We reported on the plans in January 2016. See our website at peregianspringsnews.com.au, but plans appeared to stagnate with apparent changes of government and electoral boundary redrawings.

Mr Purdie has indicated he’s willing to revive the investigations for the community.

For more see peregianspringsnews.com.au

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Wider lines to boost road safety A $900,000 project to improve safety on the Sunshine Motorway and Emu Mountain Road between Coolum and Noosa is set to start in October.

The project will see wide centre line treatments and double lines installed to prevent overtaking on the Motorway from the Yandina Coolum roundabout to the Peregian Springs roundabout and along the full extent of Emu Mountain Road.

Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie has welcomed the news.

Mr Purdie said: “Residents in the adjacent suburbs of Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze have long lobbied for safety improvements to this section of the Motorway, and given the huge growth in these areas, these

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works are essential.” Mr Purdie said the work had been initially planned to start earlier this year, however had been delayed due to the wet weather.

“I am pleased this $900,000 project has been rescheduled, with TMR advising that works are due to kick off in October. Anything we can do to improve the safety of motorists and reduce the incidence of accidents along this notorious section of the Motorway is welcome, and can’t come soon enough for the thousands of motorists who are forced to run the gauntlet every day.”

Mr Purdie said the safety improvements were warranted given the crash history of the area, with 23 crashes recorded over a five year

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He said the works will take approximately two months to complete, weather permitting.

Mr Purdie said, according to the TMR, wide centreline treatments: • Provide greater separation between oncoming vehicles; • Are aimed at reducing cross centre line crashes; • Give an opportunity for motorists to avoid head on crashes by providing more response time when a vehicle starts travelling across the median. More response time allows motorists to slow down, recover or reduce the severity of a crash.

A wide centre line or strip replaces the existing centre lines with two new lines

CENTRE SAFE: Wide centre markings and double lines are coming between Coolum and Noosa that are up to 1m apart — but the road rules remain the same.

For more on the wide centre line – see https:// www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/road/ lines#wide

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Parents warned fines possible

PEREGIAN Springs State School parents and carers have been warned Council officers and local police will be boosting their patrols of the local roads in response to continued concerns with the pick up (green) zone at the school, particularly during pick up and drop off times.

Via the school newsletter and local facebook sites, the message has gone out after the latest meeting of the school’s SafeST committee heard Council is still considering closing the drop off zone completely in an attempt to stop cars queuing out of the carpark and blocking the roundabout on the way in.

In a document released to school parents, it is stated that the Queensland Police Service and Sunshine Coast Council have asked the school to advise parents and community members to record licence plate numbers , take photos of offending vehicles (to report to Police) and report inappropriate behaviour on 8

WHO TO CALL If you see poor driver behaviour in and around Peregian Springs State School report it to the following contacts: Coolum Police: 07 5440 2777 Sunshine Coast Council: 07 5475 7272 or mail@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au the roads directly to them and not to the school.

“Complaints about the layout, design and use of the roads around the school should be directed in the first instance to the Sunshine Coast Council.”

Community members can submit (in writing) via the school office any submissions for the school’s SafeST committee to consider when it meets quarterly.

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IMAGINE….a letter from a local resident to Peregian Springs News

I write as a concerned PS resident regarding the vehicle traffic and the attitude of some drivers around the PS State School area. I am also a grandparent who walks my grandson to and from school regularly, using the footpaths provided and crossing at the traffic light controlled intersection of The Avenue and Ridges Boulevard. I also have occasion to utilise the patrolled crossings.

The streets surrounding the school are narrow; parking at a premium within the school grounds; the Drop-Off area congested long before school finish at 3pm; the school car-park roads used as a drag racing track.

Parents and Care-givers are encouraged to park within the Rec Club parking area, but many choose to drive those few extra metres to the school.

I see some frightening sights; speeding vehicles, many drivers on their mobiles, drivers ignoring the patrolled “Stop” sign and supervisors having to make a hasty retreat to the safety of the footpath, illegal U-turns, children dropped off and picked up in the middle of the road, lack of etiquette at roundabouts, “death” stares and verbal abuse (behind the comfort of a closed car window) from drivers who have had to stop for children crossing.

Imagine, if you will, a child was knocked down by that speeding driver; by that inattentive driver; that driver doing a U-turn or by that driver who didn’t stop at the crossing. Imagine the heartache and grief of the family of that child, their classmates and the school community in general.

Imagine the anguish and grief of that Crossing Supervisor who was unable to do anything for that child. Imagine the reaction of the residents of Peregian Springs who are looking at those drivers who choose to ignore the road rules.

Now, Imagine if that was YOUR child – Believe me, the pain and heartache are UNimaginable!

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Local Heart PEREGIAN SPRINGS YOUTH PLAYSPACE: The designs for Council’s proposed youth playspace at the Recreation Fields (near the Car Park behind the Rec Centre ) remain on the agenda for Sunshine Coast Council. Council advises us they’ll let us know when designs are finalised.

HAVANA NIGHTS MARKETS -LAST FRIDAY NIGHT OF EACH MONTH !

Last Friday of every month, 4.30pm8.30pm at the Recreation Fields car park222 The Avenue Join the fun with Street Food, kids entertainment, artisan stalls and Pool Café open for drinks.

NEW COFFEE MORNING—ALL WELCOME An informal coffee morning group has started to meet –on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am at Pots & Pans Kitchen and Bar, 3/2 Balgownie Ave, Peregian Springs. New members are

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always welcome. Contact Marianne for more - email flair511@gmail.com MONTHLY SOCIAL NIGHT A fun, social all ages evening event is held each month locally for locals (Peregian Springs and Peregian Breeze included) to make new friends . It’s not a business network event– it’s just purely social. For more information call Amanda on 0419 678 041 or see Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/ events/1835515769834567/ PLAYGROUPS (during school terms) MAINLY MUSIC Tuesdays 9.30-10.30am during school term at the Salvation Army Meeting Rooms at 127 Greenoaks Drive, Coolum. $3 for one child, $5, per family.

Incl morning tea. For more– call 5442 4218 (business hours) PEREGIAN STORYTIME Through games &

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Local Heart stories little ones play their way to a love of reading. Phone the Anglican Church of Noosa on 5449 8009 for more info. St Andrew’s location coming in Term 4.

ABCD SCRAMBLE—singing and dancing playgroup. Thursdays 10-11.30am school terms. Anglican Church Coolum on Beach Rd. $3 for one child, $5 for 2 or more.

Incl morning tea . Call Carol - 5446 5334.

COOLUM BAPTIST CHURCH – Playgroup on Fridays 9.30-11.30am school term time Call Shauna for more 0414 864 714 GOVERNMENT REP CONTACTS Peregian Springs– Local Sunshine Coast Councillor Stephen Robinson (Division 9) Tel– 5441 8086 State (Ninderry) - Daniel Purdie (Liberal National Party) Tel- 5406 7900 Federal (Fairfax) Ted O’Brien (Liberal member of Liberal National Party) Tel5479 2800

Peregian Breeze— Local Stephen Robinson (Division 9) & State (Ninderry) Daniel Purdie—above Federal (Wide Bay) Llew O’Brien (National member of the Liberal National Party) Tel 1300 301 968 PEREGIAN SPRINGS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION – Are you concerned about local development or community issues?

See http://fb.com/groups/psrainc or see www.psra.org.au or email Secretary Mike Goss on mail@psra.org.au PEREGIAN GOLF: Our local course and driving range is a public course open to all - beginners to advanced. See www.facebook.com/Peregiangolf/ or peregiangolf.com.au for news and info or call (07) 5471 5400. New food and beverage service at the Clubhouse –Open now 7 days a week– All welcome!

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Local Heart LOCAL CHURCH CONTACTS- : Coolum Beach Anglican Church -Corner of Perry St & Beach Rd Coolum Beach Tel – 0447 002 573 Or see www.anglicanchurchcoolum.com Noosa Anglican Church- 5449 8009 and www.anglicanchurchnoosa.org.

Sunshine Beach (Bicentennial Drv – opp the school) or Peregian Springs (in St Andrew’s , 40 Peregian Springs Dve) Coolum Beach Baptist Church 1912 David Low Way, Coolum. 5446 1957 or www.coolumbeachbaptist.com/ St Peter’s Catholic Church (Stella Maris Parish) 28-32 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach 5443 3488 / www.saintsonwaves.com.au Coolum Christian Family Church 2 Arcoona Road (Cnr Coolum Yandina Rd) , (it’s at Coolum Beach Christian College) http://ccfchurch.org.au or call 5446 1295.

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Coolum Uniting Church, Cnr Elizabeth St & Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach www.maryburnettpres.org.au or call 07 5446 1815 Salvation Army , Meeting Rooms 127, Greenoaks Drive Coolum. Call Warren or Denise 0400 797 480 / 0418 214 723.

NEED A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE? To inquire, call local JP (Qual) Peter Terrill on 0410 500 375.

ANNIES BOOKS OF PEREGIAN : Calling all dog lovers! Annies Books is hosting Guy Hull, dog behaviourist, to talk about his new book “The Dogs That Made Australia” which pays tribute to the dogs that gave all for our prosperity. This wine and cheese event on the footpath is on-Thurs 13th Sept ,6pm. It’s free, please RSVP for catering on 07.5448 2053.

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Chappy’s Corner—with Mark Horsfall

Plan ahead to fight off stress GRADE 12 students are about to sit their QCS exams. It’s the business end of the year for all students as assessments and exams approach.

Stress levels are rising in many students as they struggle to manage stress affectively.

My friend was telling me about an experience he just had in one of his university exams. He went into the exam having studied well and feeling ready. As the exam started he found his brain shut down and he couldn’t remember anything. He admitted to me he was quite stressed. I wonder if this story sounds familiar?

Whether it be an exam or another stressful situation, many of us can identify with this experience.

Stress can have a major impact on the brain. Some stress can be good and benefit your performance however if not managed, it can be disruptive. Stress can affect your memory, emotions and mood. It can cause you to be overwhelmed and your brain to shut down. So, what can we do?

Get enough sleep – Having at least

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8 hours is vital. When tired your brain is more likely to shut down. Does social media and screen time rob you of sleep? Plan your study ahead as cramming is not an effective strategy.

Eat healthy food– Your brain functions more effectively with a healthy diet. Research shows eating the right food can reduce stress levels. Limit your caffeine levels as it makes you more prone to stress.

Don’t skip meals. I am staggered by the number of students (60%+) that skip breakfast in the morning.

Exercise – Walking, running etc, produces hormones that help you relax and feel good. Take a break every hour when studying to exercise.

You will study more effectively.

Breath – Relaxation breathing resets the brain so you can stay in control and have focus. Deep breaths, in an out, before stressful moments can stop the brain from shutting down.

So if you’re facing exams or assessments, good luck and make sure you manage your stress well.

Mark Horsfall, School Chaplain, Coolum State High

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Booin Gari (come this way) to party at the Noosa river stage GUBBI Gubbi Dance invites the community to Booin Gari (meaning “come this way”) to their festival held on the banks of the Noosa River on Tuesday 25 September, to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

Kabi Kabi Custodian Lyndon Davis explains the unique festival takes people on a journey to learn more about his proud Indigenous heritage through dance and song, art and craft, yarning and education on land, sea and local heritage “We want to provide authentic and diverse cultural opportunities where everyone can join in, listen to stories and connect to country and culture, “Our event is about bringing all mobs together as one”, Lyndon said.

Headlining this year’s event is rising star Emily Wurramara performing music from her new album Milyakburra, while Gubbi Gubbi Dance are excited to lead a Corroboree of traditional dancers.

Also appearing on main stage is guitar-tapper Chris Tamwoy with his sister and soul singer Tania Rose, hiphop-blues artist Fred Leone and local roots-reggae Mufassa and band, on a break from The Floating Bridges.

Lyndon will be sharing local creation stories in the Talking Circle with beautiful puppets made by local school students alongside Drums of Mer from 18

the Torres Strait Islands.

Brent Miller and Melinda Serico will lead activities in the Art Space, and By The River women and girls can learn weaving and make feather jewellery.

On the water is children’s sailing, and delicious Indigenous infused cuisine is on offer all day.

This free family event is perfect school holiday fun, so grab the mob and come this way.

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FAIRFAX update: Federal Member Ted O’Brien

MEMBER for Fairfax Ted O’Brien (pictured left) has completed his biggest ever listening-post tour, stopping at a record 14 locations in four days.

Local residents took advantage of easy access to their Federal MP who brought his mobile office to Peregian Springs as part of his seasonal road trip.

Mr O’Brien said people stopped for a chat and expressed their views on the recent Liberal leadership change.

Constituents also brought forward issues such as switching to the NBN, prescription problems and policy matters, and inquired about sources of grants funding which Mr O’Brien and his staff were able to assist with.

“After last month’s events in Canberra it was refreshing to be back on home turf on the Sunshine Coast and talking to people about the issues that matter to them,” said Mr O’Brien.

“My focus has been, and remains, the constituents of Fairfax which is why I conduct these seasonal road 20

trips.

While in the region, Mr O’Brien’s mobile office attended to constituents at the Peregian Springs roundabout on Peregian Springs Drive.

“This month’s road trip was a blockbuster, with 14 stops across Nambour, Peregian Springs, Coolum/ Marcoola, Mapleton/Flaxton, Bli Bli, Yandina, Eumundi and Kenilworth and lots more people coming out to chat,” said Mr O’Brien.

“My staff and I will be following up the issues that were brought to us that require further investigation and we’ll be getting back in touch with those constituents.

“We have also taken on board your comments, feedback and opinions and I thank people for taking the time to share their thoughts with me.

“My next road trip will be in spring and I’ll send out the details of dates and locations as the time nears.”

As always, please call 5479 2800, email ted.obrien.mp@aph.gov.au or visit 17 Southern Drive, Maroochydore if you have any issues I can help with.

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NINDERRY UPDATE: State MP Dan Purdie OUR HIGH PERFORMING SCHOOLS

RECREATIONAL TRAIL NETWORK ON THE CARDS

During the term of the last Parliament, there had been preliminary discussions between Council and the Department of National Parks to develop some land adjacent to the Eco park for the community and recreational use.

The subsequent local government and State elections saw the issue shelved, but it’s now back on the agenda.

Given the huge population growth in the estate and an increasing number of people either willingly or mistakenly taking their trail bikes into restricted parts of the National Park, it’s clear there is a very real need for a multipurpose recreational trail network in the local area.

I hope to meet with the Minister in coming weeks to try and fast-track this project in time for the Christmas holiday period.

Speaking of Parliament, I was proud to be able to acknowledge the outstanding results being achieved at our local schools in a speech recently.

Across the electorate, there are a large number of both state and private schools that are setting an unbelievably high benchmark in providing our kids with an environment in which they can thrive in the classroom and on the sporting field, where they can learn, grow and develop into outstanding young adults.

A prime example of this is Coolum State High School under the direction of new school principal Troy Ascott, with the assistance of his senior leadership team and a passionate team of educators and supported by an energetic and active P&C. Awards are not the only way we assess the success of our kids, but some of the recent results and accolades that students from Coolum State High School have received are second to none.

And it’s not just Coolum High setting such high standards.

Congratulations to the students and teaching staff at all our local schools, including St Andrews, Peregian Springs State School, Coolum State School, Peregian Beach College, the Coolum Beach Christian College and Noosa Pengari, just to name a few.

We are certainly fortunate to have plenty of choice when it comes to quality schools offering first class education.

Contacts: Email: ninderry@parliament.qld.gov.au, phone 5406 7900, or follow me on Facebook.

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Containers for change coming in November: “Reverse Vending Machine” refund point for Peregian Springs POCKETING cash for a better environment is set to be an option soon as a state-wide container recycling and refund scheme prepares to roll out.

From November 1, Queensland’s new Container Refund Scheme (CRS) starts where people can either donate their containers for others (such as schools, charity, community and sporting groups) to gain 10 cents per container or people can return containers to gain a refund for themselves at various collection points including reverse vending machines or larger refund depots.

Under the scheme a 10 cent refund is available for the return of each eligible container with the Government CRS website indicating the aim of the Scheme is to “give people an incentive to collect and return containers for recycling, in exchange for a refund payment” to help to “reduce the amount of drink container litter that enters the environment (and) increase Queensland’s recycling rate.”

Legislation to establish the Scheme was passed in 2017 with support from both sides of Parliament and the Government has since appointed Container Exchange, CoEx, a not-forprofit organisation established by the beverage industry to operate the Scheme.

CoEx Spokesperson, Adam Nicholson said there will be 230 refund points across Queensland by November 1 with 300 within a year.

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Noosa.

The exact location and which operators have been successful in gaining the rights to operate the refund points is still being considered after many parties ranging from businesses to consortiums of not-for profits registered interest in a tender process to operate a single refund point or a network of points.

Mr Nicholson said the number of refund points across Queensland will remain at 300 while ongoing analysis of the network occurs, indicating more points may be added later if needed.

However there will be no limit to the number of donation points that can be established as those are points individuals give their containers so the organisation operating that point can gain the cash.

Any charity, sporting group, school or not for profit is able to apply to be an ongoing donation point or alternatively do an intermittent container fundraising drive, if they don’t have premesis that supports a permanent place for donation.

Individuals can also donate year round to organisations.

If the organisation is registered with COEx people can also go to a refund point, nominate that organisation, submit their containers and the proceeds will go to that organisation Generally the containers accepted will be for eligible drink containers between 150ml and 3L in size.

Many aren’t eligible though such as plain milk or wine bottles, cordial or pure juice containers and some sizes of flavoured milk containers.

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Local News See www.qld.gov.au/environment/ pollution/management/waste/container -refund-about for more information on what containers will and won’t be accepted (and the CRS in general).

Mr Nicholson said the Scheme had many advantages, confirming there had been an extensive public and industry consultation process involved in the design and implementation of the scheme to minimise cost to industry and the public and to increase public participation and instil confidence in the public that what is presented for refund actually makes it into the recycling process.

With recent concerns about China not taking some of Australia’s recyclables due to contamination, the opportunity for recyclables presented through the CRS should be minimised, Mr Nicholson said, given the material will be physically examined by people at the refund depots.

It’s yet to be seen if beverage manufacturers will increase their drink prices to cover the cost of the refund and adminstration of the Scheme including amounts paid to container refund point operators.

An initial cost price for beverage makers has been set for the first five months of the Scheme.

COEx Chair Alby Taylor indicated the “estimated weighted average cost for the start of the Queensland scheme was 10.2cents per container supplied”.

After that, Co Ex will set the Scheme cost each quarter and beverage makers will give CoEx monthly declarations of their volume of beverages supplied into Queensland.

“An invoice for their share of costs will be issued to manufacturers based on the number of containers supplied in

RECYCLABLE CASH: Come November, we can all earn ourselves 10 cents a container for recycling our empties in the right places. their declarations,” Mr Nicholson said.

Mr Nicholson indicated the legislation says each container refunded must not go to landfill and that the CRS is designed for “100% compliance” with that.

Mr Nicholson said the COEX board had an Independent Chairperson and 3 of the 9 board members are from the Beverage industry.

For more info on the CRS and how the Scheme cost for beverage companies is calsulated see :http://containerexchange.com.au Keep an eye on our Facebook page for announcements on locations of refund points.

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School News

Young entrepreneurs set to shine

By Tim Robinson Deputy Principal of Initiatives Coolum State High School IN the 1960’s Bob Dylan wrote and produced ‘The Times They Are aChangin’, a call to arms for the youth of the day. Little did he realise then just how quickly change would occur in his lifetime.

Coolum State High School is keen to ensure our students are aware of the unprecedented change which is currently happening in the world today, so they are best prepared for future jobs and careers, many of which do not currently exist, and which they will be creating.

In the future we believe the focus will not just be on ‘knowledge’ and what one knows, but what skills one has to learn and develop, so that in using their imagination the students can apply a creative way to engineer their future careers.

With this vision, we at Coolum State High School will be establishing a Young Entrepreneurs Academy to commence at the beginning of 2019.

The goal of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy will be for the students to work collaboratively, think innovatively and learn to use their creative and problem solving skills to develop ideas in an entrepreneurial way, whilst at the same time contributing to making the world a better place for future generations.

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HELPING HAND: Jimmi Bradbury will be working with students at Coolum High School to help realise their dreams. ‘entrepreneurial’ knowledge, experience and perspectives on business.

Students will have the opportunity to create ideas or take existing ideas that solve a problem and develop the idea into something tangible and identify if there is an need in the market and could quickly, cheaply and as effectively as possible be developed into a business.

Coolum State High School is fortunate to have secured Entrepreneur Coach, Jimmi Bradbury, to coordinate the Academy.

For the last 30 years, Jimmi has lived and worked around the world in places like New York, Hong Kong, London, India, Australia and Los Angeles.

Today, Jimmi works with people from all walks of life, from Olympic athletes, start-up businesses, doctors, business owners, business coaches, families working from home, and CEOs of multi -million dollar companies.

He is very excited to be involved with entrepreneurs of the future at Coolum State High School.

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School News

Peregian students go high tech TACKLING the latest in technology alongside a bunch of amazing mentors was the mission faced by 21 lucky Peregian Springs State School students last month.

The Year 5 and 6 students travelled to Brisbane to attend and compete in a “Designathon� at the World of Drones Conference at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The event, sponsored by Facebook, The Queensland Government, QUT and Hackathons Australia drew mentors and judges from QUT, Facebook, Westpac, James Cook University, start-up reps from California and many more.

The Drone Designathon is designed to empower the next generation of

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makers, designers, entrepreneurs and inventors to design a drone for any purpose.

During the session students were grouped into threes to design solutions around themes and topics such as the Environment, Fire and Emergency Services and Social impact.

Students had opportunities to fly virtual drones and worked together in teams experimenting with new methodologies, processes, ideas and technologies.

A master of electrical engineering and computer science moderated brainstorming sessions, QUT aerospace engineering students helped to guide students and Westpac Life-Saving Drone Head of

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Only two prize categories were up for grabs and with 23 teams competing, Peregian Springs State School students won both, ahead of teams many years older than themselves.

They brought home 6 ‘Parrot Mambo’ Drones to add to the school drone program.

Principal, Ms Sands, said, “At Peregian Springs State School we make sure staff and students learn from the best and stay ahead of educational trends.

“Education in this emerging technology is giving our students a head start, meaning they will leave school empowered as the next generation of makers, designers, entrepreneurs, problem solvers and inventors.

“I am enormously proud of their achievement at the conference against 23 teams consisting of children up to Year 12”.

The best concept drone award went to Olivia Hollants, James Hedstrom and Ava Teissl. The best design award went to Jackson Budd, Oscar Wood and Richard Phillips.

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Maturity Matters

Fashion parade proves popular Lifestyle Tips with local resident, Karen Wright

THE Portifino Fashion Parade at Aveo Peregian Springs Country Club Manor in August was a popular event.

It was hugely successful raising $450 for the Resident’s Association.

The donation from Portofino is proportional to sales on the day...the ladies spent up big.

Everyone seemed to have loads of fun.

A few of us invited friends who love to shop. They added to the atmosphere.

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