Noosa Today - 03rd March 2016

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Issue 200 | Thursday, 3 March, 2016

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Steven Boyd will swim from Peregian to Teewah to raise funds for the Cancer Council.

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Having a dip for cancer

By MEGAN OGLE TWO Noosa locals will brave the sea and swim over 28kms this weekend in a bid to raise money for cancer research.

Steven Boyd and Tim Mandeville will dive into surf off Peregian Beach on Friday 4 March to start their 28.5km swim to Teewah Beach as part of the Cancer Council’s March Challenge fund-raising campaign.

The swim will be done over two to four days, depending on surf

conditions, and the swimmers will be flanked by a wave runner for dangerous parts of the swim.

Both Tim and Steven have been touched by cancer in their lives, and Steven says it was the loss of his wife, Tania, which has motivated him to take up the swim challenge and to raise much-needed funds for the Cancer Council.

The March Challenge pushes participants to cycle, run, swim or walk further, faster and harder for the month of March and to encourage friends and family to support them by donating to the cause.

Steven said he wanted to support not only research into cancer but also into the coping mechanisms of families whose lives were affected by cancer and added he wanted to see a greater focus on the support the Cancer Council provided families.

Steven hopes to raise $500 for cancer research and at the time of print had raised over $272. If you would like to support Steven by making a donation head to https:// marchcharge2016swim.everydayhero.com/au/steven

‘Nanny Noosa’

By MEGAN OGLE AN ONLINE petition calling for council to allow local business Village Bicycle to trade seven nights a week until midnight has gained over 839 signatures within a day.

The Change.org petition calls for supporters of “local small business, late night dining options and the growth of Noosa Junction” to add their name to the petition in the hope of

swaying council’s decision regarding outdoor dining restrictions after noise complaints were received by council. One petitioner labelled the town “Nanny Noosa”.

“With the support of the local community and our loyal patrons, we hope to rally the Noosa Council to support late night dining in an area zoned for such trade,” the petition states.

“Noosa Junction is deemed the business centre of Noosa, so let’s encourage Noosa

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Council to support local small business.”

Supporters of the petition left comments naming the tourist hot spot “Nanny Noosa” and calling for support of local businesses.

“Village Bicycle has been an important part of Noosa Junction’s growth,” one supporter writes. “It has a welcoming environment for all ages and should not have trade restriction.”

“Let Noosa Junction and Village Bicycle thrive and grow.”

An online petition calling for council to support a local business has gained over 800 signatures in a day.

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Sweet treats: John Nickel and John Dunn enjoy the Afternoon Tea(l).

Tasty array of tea treats IT'S not often you are served scrumptious home-baked treats while booking your next holiday, but at Helloworld Noosa Heads that’s exactly what happened last week when the team held an Afternoon Teal fund-raiser.

The fund-raising initiative raises money and awareness of Ovarian Cancer through a shared afternoon tea. The team at Helloworld handmade an array of treats and over 50 lucky people gobbled them down throughout the afternoon.

Helloworld owner Clare O’Keeffe said the cause was important to members of her team.

“The event was to raise awareness of the symptoms of

Home-made treats helped to raise over $800 for Ovarian Cancer.

Ovarian Cancer which is a silent killer in Australia and has touched family members of our office personally,” Clare said.

Helloworld raised over $800 for Ovarian cancer Queensland throughout the afternoon.

A LONG-STANDING community group has received a much-needed funding boost just in time after a busy summer season.

Coastguard Noosa Commander Alan Hall received a cheque for $4000 from the Bendigo Bank Tewantin Community branch manager Wayne Hoens, and said the funds couldn’t have come at a better time.

“The Noosa bar is one of the busiest crossings in Queensland. We have more than 500 per month, and our crews are called out to about 10 assists in that time,” Commander Hall said.

“Over each three-month period, we make and receive more 6500 radio calls and 1700 land line calls.”

“Bendigo Bank and Noosa Council helped us purchase new equipment to log all vessels electronically and guide them with much greater accuracy and effectiveness. We can’t thank them enough for this.”

Coastguard Noosa is a notfor-profit organisation with the running costs of $200,000 a year raised almost entirely by the members and generous sponsors, requiring members to sell raffle tickets, do sausage sizzles and anything that helps raise a dollar.

Each call-out for assistance costs the organisation about $100, if a person requiring the assistance of the Coastguard

AHOY: Bendigo Bank Tewantin Community branch manager Wayne Hoens with Coastguard Noosa Commander Alan Hall. doesn’t contribute to the costs involved then the members are often left to raise the shortfall of funds themselves.

“We’ve been operating since 1972, and in all that time we have seen the trend we seem to be experiencing right now,” Commander Hall said.

“The Christmas period saw a real increase in those who have required rescuing then not making a donation to reimburse our costs. Some 25 assists occurred where no financial reimbursement was received at all.”

“Sadly, amidst the generosity of local businesses and individuals, others see us as a free service and contribute nothing or an amount that does not cover expenses.”

“We give our time freely and aren’t making a profit from any assists, so it’s common sense really. We just want to get the message out there and create more awareness of how we operate.”

Mr Hoens said the local bank had donated over $20,000 to the organisation in the past nine years and was proud to support such a group.

“We have such a beautiful waterway here, and it’s always great to know Coastguard are here doing what they do best,” Mr Hoens said.

If you would like to make a donation to Coastguard Noosa, go to www.coastguard. com.au/flotillaqld/31-qf5 or call 5474 3695.

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COUNCILELECTIONCOUNTDOWN

The mayoral candidates Last week Noosa Today posed a series of questions to the council candidates. This week it’s the turn of the three mayoral candidates.

Sandy Bolton

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As Mayor, there are five essential policies for creating the sustainability ‘trifecta’. Two main policies include: The predominant element is to create the culture and support in which to diversify our local economy. A positive culture that will provide opportunity and prosperity while protecting our environment and staying true to our community values. This is the space I have been working in for many years - I know it is achievable, and it can complete the business/environment/community balance Noosa needs for true sustainability.

Building a new Planning Scheme that identifies future business and community needs, decreases conflict whilst protecting our environment and unique Noosa lifestyle is essential.

Ray Kelly

1. What qualifies you to represent the Noosa region on the new Noosa Council?

With over 30 years of professional experience in management roles across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors I have developed strong leadership and resource management. As a councillor I have demonstrated initiative and commitment to creating an accountable and vibrant culture in Council for good decision making and outcomes.

2. Are you affiliated with any community or political groups? If so, please list them below.

I am totally independent and not aligned with any political party or group. I am a strong supporter of our community organisations and am a patron of the Sunshine Coast Sports Federation and Cancer Foundation Paddle in Pink.

3. Have you ever served on a council before? If so, which one and when?

I was elected to Noosa Council as a Councillor in 2013 and am currently the Chair of Infrastructure and Services.

4. If you are elected, will this be your full-time job? If not, what is your profession?

If elected as Mayor, I will commit 100 percent of my time and efforts to serve the community of Noosa as I do currently.

5. Where do you live, and how long have you lived there?

I have lived, worked and raised my three children within the Noosa community for over 20 years, owning properties at Kin Kin, Cooroy, Forest Acres and Cooroibah. With my partner Ian ‘Shoey’ Schuback OAM and our extended family, I live in a rustic recycled and repurposed ‘forever home’.

6. What are your two top policies/promises?

Ray Kelly 1. What qualifies you to represent the Noosa Region on the Noosa Council?

I have lived in the Noosa Shire for coming on to 40 years this December. I have owned a passionfruit farm at the base of Mt Tinbeerwah for five years.

I have operated the Pine Trees Caravan Park and started the Traders Hut with the existing servo (where the Sheraton is now) and boat hire at the back of the caravan park and introduced the fourwheel cyclomobiles and paddle boats to Noosa and Queensland until 1988.

I opened the Cooroy Sports and Leisure at the Railway Square Shopping centre in December 1985 to 2006.

I have also been involved with Cooroy Pomona Lions for 28 years, plus many other groups such as, hall committees, fire brigades, ambulance, safety house, sporting complex, and many more.

2. Are you affiliated with any community or political groups? If so, please list them below.

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1. What qualifies you to represent the Noosa region on the new Noosa Council?

I have been a councillor representing Noosa on both the Sunshine Coast Council and the reformed Noosa Council. I was an active participant in the de-amalgamation movement from 2007 until 2013. My passion for Noosa is evidenced in a range of books and DVDs that I have produced about Noosa and Cooloola.

2. Are you affiliated with any community or political groups? If so, please list them below.

I am not a member of any political party. I am no longer a member of any community groups. I

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3. Have you ever served on a council before? If so, which one and when?

Sunshine Coast Council 2012/13. Noosa Council 2014-16.

4. If you are elected, will this be your full-time job? If not, what is your profession?

Being mayor will be a more than full-time occupation.

5. Where do you live, and how long have you lived there?

I have lived at Tinbeerwah for 15 years.

6. What are your two top policies/promises?

I will continue to deliver strong protection of Noosa’s intrinsic values that underpin both the local economy and the lifestyle we enjoy.

I will help make Noosa a global example of best practice in governance, environmental awareness, community engagement and genuine sustainability.

How to make your vote count THE Noosa Council Elections are just over two weeks away; with over 16 candidates in the running and only seven council positions available it’s easy to be confused about how to vote correctly and make sure your ballot counts.

According to the Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) there will be two systems of voting for the local elections; Optional Preferential Voting (OPV) for the position of mayor and First Past the Post (FPTP) for councillor positions.

The OPV system, also known as the “vote for one, vote for some, or vote for

all” system, will be used when you vote for the future mayor.

This means you can either vote for just one candidate by placing a one (1), tick or cross in the square opposite the name of the candidate, or you may choose to indicate preferences by numbering the squares, some or all of the candidates remaining on the ballot paper. Your preference order will not be automatically allocated. Only you can decide where your preferences go.

For the six councillor positions, the FPTP system is used which means the candidate who receives the most votes is elected.

FPTP simply requires an elector to place a mark (for example a tick or cross) in the square opposite the name of the candidate or candidates they support.

The number of marks on the ballot paper must equal the number of candidates to be elected, which is six for the Noosa Shire.

If you’re unsure of how to vote come Election Day check the top of the ballot paper as there will be information on how to vote correctly. For further information contact the ECQ on 1300 881 665 or via email at ecq@ecq.qld.gov.au.

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3. Have you ever served on a council before? If so, which one and when?

I served on Noosa Council for 23 years from 1985 to 2008.

4. If you are elected, will this be your full-time job? If not, what is your profession?

Yes. 5. Where do you live, and how long have you lived there?

I have lived at Pine Tree Drive, Cooroy, now called Lake MacDonald, for 35 years.

6. What are your two top policies/promises?

I have a number of policies but the top two would be infrastructure; without it the residents cannot move freely and safely around our shire.

I will strive to have a public transport system that works for our residents. Even if there is no growth, the influence from outside our shire will be enormous including walk, bike and mobile scooters pathways and parks and toilets.

We must negotiate with the State Government to have the TAFE facility at Tewantin re-opened and have courses that we excel in at Noosa such as environmental studies, hospitality, rural industries, food, tourism for our local and overseas students. The overseas students will help to pay the running cost and they can attend at times outside our normal school hours which they are used to in their countries. Overseas students can be homehosted bringing extra income and companionship to our area's residents.

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CLEAN Up Australia Day is almost here and community members are being called on to show their Noosa spirit and help keep Noosa clean.

Noosa Integrated Catchment Association (NICA) are pulling on their gloves and have their bags at the ready to pound the pavement this Sunday 6 March from 8am to pick up rubbish at over 30 sites in and around the Noosa Biosphere.

NICA president Tony Haslam and local volunteer co-ordinator Joe Jurisevic are calling on community members to show their Noosa spirit by picking up a bag and participating in Australia’s biggest community event.

“It’s time to roll up the sleeves and get stuck in to clean up our local sporting grounds, parks, creeks, rivers, beaches, bushland and streets after the rains,” Mr Jurisevic said.

“As Noosa locals treasure the environment in which we live, I am sure that everyone is aware of an area that could benefit from a community effort on Clean Up Australia Day.” In 2015, more than 535,000 volunteers removed an estimated 14,000 tonnes of rubbish from 6890 sites across Australia. Here in Noosa,

Tyred of rubbish: Joe Jurisevic is calling on locals to lend a helping hand on Clean Up Australia Day. around 500 volunteers collected over 12 tonnes of rubbish from our local environment.

This year there will be over 20 open sites across the Noosa region where the public can volunteer to be a part of the Clean Up on the day with all Hinterland towns included with a new site at Federal now part of our local Clean Up. Community organisations will also be out in force with over ten groups participating in the event including the 4WD Club who will be looking for illegal dumping sites in our forests, which Mr Jurisevic says is a major issue.

“Illegal dump sites are once again a major focus this year,“ Mr Jurisevic said.

“The bushland has been used as a free alternative to the Council-provided facilities where items such as whitegoods and saleable furniture can be disposed of for free.”

“Illegal dumpers show no consideration of the impact on our environment or the added cost to ratepayers. With the return of kerbside Clean Up, it’s time for an end to this type of environmental vandalism.”

A flotilla of water craft on the Noosa River is also expected which will be led

by NICA River Rangers and Kayak Noosa collecting any debris in our creeks and rivers.

If your club or organisation is interested in taking part in the Clean Up Australia Day call the NICA on 5449 9650.

If you would like to head to an open site on the day head to www.cleanupaustraliaday.org. au to find your closest location.

Volunteers will need a hat, gloves and water bottle and are welcome to join other volunteers for lunch at Noosaville Lions Park provided by the Noosa Lions Club after the event.

No rubbish for this school STUDENTS at Sunshine Beach State School are rolling up their sleeves and ready to get their hands dirty all for a good cause.

This year marks the school’s 25th anniversary of their annual School Clean Up Day which coincides with the nation-wide Clean Up Australia Day campaign.

Last year schools alone removed over 662 tonnes of rubbish from their school grounds and this year with rubbish bins at the ready, gloves on and pick up nippers working overtime, the Sunshine Beach State School students will happily join together to clean up the school.

The students are looking forward to the day with one student in particular saying

Cleaning up their act: Sunshine Beach State School students are looking forward to School Clean Up Day. they can’t wait to be the cleanest school in Noosa.

“If we all work together,

our school will be the cleanest school in Noosa ever,” said Rhani, a Year 2 student.

The Environmental Leaders of the school are encouraging everyone to bring a rubbish free lunch on the day, 4 March, in a bid to build student’s understanding of the effect food choices have on personal and environmental health.

Environmental Leader Charli said the school would benefit greatly from the special day and would also raise awareness amongst students around environmental issues.

‘We are very excited to be involved in School Clean Up Day at Sunshine Beach and hope to significantly reduce the amount of rubbish,” Charli said.

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INGRID JACKSON A CANDIDATE FOR NOOSA COUNCIL Independent.

Community-focused.

Committed to achieving an exceptional Noosa.

This year, Noosa Council develops a new plan to guide the Shire’s development.

I’ll work to ensure the Noosa Plan strengthens our hard-won lifestyle and environment and encourages business. I’ll also be vigilant to maintain a fair balance of Council effort between coastal & hinterland communities.

I have the experience, the skills and the strength. And I’m committed to an exceptional Noosa Shire.

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Pour money into events, not staff Benny’s

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I AM probably going to get a call from Tourism Noosa’s Damien Massingham after he reads today’s column ... and it won’t surprise me if Sunshine Coast’s Simon Ambrose joins the queue.

What I am concerned about is the money raised under the banner of Tourism Levy, that proposes to activate the much needed PR of our coastal region.

If you’re like me, you would have read or heard how busy the Christmas holiday period has been for most businesses, restaurants, cafes, accommodation. So, I take it, that more money spent on promoting the area equates to more visitors.

Well I don’t agree.

And all I can see is the tourism groups spending more on their internal offices and adding more staff.

During my involvement with coast tourism from 20042010, there was a similar pattern – more funding only to create more staff positions.

I might be dumb, but I reckon you only need to have the sun shining, blue skies,

and throw in heaps of events.

Most marketing can be done in and around the event in whichever area it’s being conducted.

My point, last year's Noosa Festival of Surfing was won by a Pom, Mooloolaba Triathlon was dominated by internationals taking home the major placings.

In fact, the men’s and woman’s were won by Frenchmen David Hauss and Spaniard Tamara Gomez. Of the total 20 placings in both fields, Australia scored only two in each top 10.

Both the surfing festival and Mooloolaba tri are heavily promoted on the world stage, just because of the diligent work and efforts of the event organisers.

Both events are run annually, and – rain, hail or shine – draw massive crowds to our region.

You may have noticed the heavily promoted advert on television that claims “the world is coming”.

It goes on to list the Mooloolaba Tri, National Lifesaving Titles and World Sprint Outrigging Championships.

Don’t get me wrong, I am all for running events, the more the merrier. I was selected on the old Maroochy Tour-

ism Board as I represented the events sector. During this period I also spent time on the Tourism Sunshine Coast board, again representing events.

Allow me to suggest that both Damien and Simon get their hands on the recently published ‘Just famous enough, not to be noticed’.

The memoir was penned by former Tourism Noosa chairman Michael Donovan, relating to his time on TN and Tourism Sunshine Coast.

It was during this period that councils amalgamated and the push was on to unite everything under a Sunshine Coast banner.

Tourism, of course, was the point of the arrow, and in some eyes was the pinnacle of amalgamation.

Boys, start at page 365 and read on – I am confident you will find it interesting.

It's funny, the same names pop up along the journey and there is one clear protagonist.

One group who want control, and to this day nothing has changed.

Speaking of control, congratulations to Cooroy’s Mark Evans on his elevation to president of Boxing Queensland.

Until next time

Thursday Girls: Committee members Dorothy Maloney, Liz Meikle, Di Kirby, Barbara Harris, Carol Donovan and Sally Page.

Thursday Girls are back in action THE Thursday Girls held their first fund-raiser for the year and it was a sell-out with over 60 ladies attending the event.

The local charity group, comprising of six committee members, rally local women together once a month to raise much-needed funds for disadvantaged children in the Shire.

The group formed over four years ago and have since raised money for the Katie Rose Cottage and have supported students from over nine local schools through the Education Support Program.

Thursday Girls committee member Dorothy Maloney said the program aims to ensure all students have equal access to education, sport, art and music by subsiding costs for children who often miss out due to financial issues.

“To date, activities subsidised have included school uniforms, school camps, swimming lessons, student resource schemes, laptop takehome programs, life education and school music lessons,” Ms Maloney said.

“The program started in March 2014 and to the end of 2015 we have assisted 156 students

with grants totalling just over $20,000.”

Ms Maloney said fund-raising was very rewarding and the group was often thanked by parents and students.

“We get many very sincere thank you notes from parents and students that have been helped by the program and in turn the ladies that attend our monthly functions feel a genuine part of the fact that we are helping the formation of our next generation,” she said.

Fund raising functions are held the last Thursday of the month between February and November in the form of luncheons at local restaurants.

“We are always looking for new interest as the list of requests are becoming more prevalent and we need to be able to help everybody if we can,” Ms Maloney said.

The next function will be held on 31 March at the Nalu Lounge, South Pacific, Weyba Road, Noosaville. If you would like to attend, please email brian.dianne2@bigpond.com or phone 5474 1184.

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Rainbow of pride at Eumundi THE Eumundi markets were painted all the colours of the rainbow last weekend at the annual Sunshine Coast Pride Festival.

The celebrations kicked off on Friday 26 February and included a welcome dance party in Noosa, a Fair Day at the Eumundi markets, and a football match between Noosa Dolphins Rugby Club and the Brisbane Hustlers, Queensland’s only LGBTI inclusive rugby team.

The Fair Day was opened by local star Melony Brests before a magnificent procession of “dykes on bikes” made their way through the quiet market place.

Local artists took to the Pride Stage to entertain the 3000 visitors and the Pride Pup’s competition had the crowd enthralled.

Pride Committee member Fiona Anderson said the feeling of inclusivity and acceptance was wonderful and she was excited to do it all again next year.

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Local star Melony Brests entertained the crowd with her high energy dance numbers.

Loud and proud: The impressive "dykes on bikes" procession woke up Eumundi.

Aloha: Ray Marx with Fletcher.

WEEKLY Roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels for the week Monday 7 March to Friday 11 March.

Monday Drivers: Rotary Daybreak, Margaret and Mick, Pat and John, Helen and John, Anne and Phil, Kerry and Jeff, Driver needed run G. Kitchen: Martina, Stephen, Len, Neil.

Tuesday Drivers: Drivers Needed Runs A, D, E, John Mc, Tania and Friends, Jackie and Bill, Kevin and Rob. Kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Jo, George.

Wednesday Drivers: Driver needed run A, F, G, Bunnings, Gary, Liz and Liz, Rhoda and Heather.

Kitchen: Judi, Jill, Jerry, Robyn.

Thursday Drivers: Stewart, Heidi, Brian and Marion, Sylvia and David, Ingrid and Bob, Jan and Wendy, Linda and Nabil.

Kitchen: Lois, Robyn, Christine, John, Ron. Friday Drivers: Bruce, Robyn, Driver needed run C, Rosalie and Graham, Margaret, Brian E, Paul.

Kitchen: Ron, Sandy, Elfie, Neville.

If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659.

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COME ON NOOSA – LET’S GO IN 2016

Experience Counts Serving as a Noosa Councillor for over 13 years including four years as Deputy Mayor in the former Noosa Council.

I commit to continuing to work towards a Council that: the values of Noosa’s Planning Scheme Implements a financial plan to Keep Rates Low Supports Small Business through a strong Economic Plan for Noosa Protects the integrity of the Biosphere Bans Net Fishing on the North Shore Provides an All Abilities Playground in the Hinterland Rehabilitates and Upgrades all our Roads throughout the Shire Upholds

Lend a hand on Sunday 6th March and help clean up Noosa!

Volunteers needed to help Clean Up Noosa Biosphere Reserve and be a part of Clean Up Australia Day here in Noosa. You can help by registering at one of these sites from 8am to 11am on Sunday 6th March.

Boreen Point Cooroy Cooran Eumundi Federal Kin Kin Kayak Noosa Laguna Lookout Noosa Heads Noosa Heads Noosa Woods Noosa Junction Noosaville Noosa North Shore Peregian Beach Pomona Sunrise Beach Sunshine Beach Tewantin Tewantin Weyba Downs

Apollonian Hotel Car Park opposite Butter Factory Rec Club grounds Napier Road opposite toilet block Federal State School Community Hall at Gympie Tce Noosaville (Kayaks available – contact Kayak Noosa to register) At Reception Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas Weyba Esplanade near footbridge A W Dan Park in Cooyar Street Woods bay picnic area at the ‘J’ Thomas Street boat ramp First Cutting (allow for tides) Surf Club Memorial Hall Shopping Centre Surf Club Doonella St boat ramp Wooroi day Use area opposite Carramar Cnr Eumarella Rd & Tidswell Rd

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IT WAS 1975, and for 18-year-old Donald McKill of the British Royal Marine Commandos, “it was very bloody cold.” Reason being, it was at that time he was based in the upper regions of Norway, undergoing artic warfare training. The Cold War was at its height, and it was unanimously accepted by military leaders that if the Russians were going to make a move through into Europe, it would come through that region.

“We lived out in the fields in snow holes from January through till the end of March and the temperature was known to hit -40 degrees.

There were also Canadians, American and Dutch Marines. It was quite an experience.”

But for this young Scottish lad, he took it all in his stride for ever since he could remember this is what he wanted in life - to wear the coveted Green Beret of the British Royal Marines -the Commandos.

Of the 55 young men who enlisted, Donald was one of only 12 to complete the course.

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1958 and educated at the highly regarded George Watson’s College, Donald McKill is a soft spoken person who has never been known to raise his voice. There is no need for his very presence is one of confidence and authority. By his own admission, the intense training both mental and physical, of the Commandos, not only molds their character but also stays with them for life.

After completing his time in the Marines which saw Donald serve many postings in the UK and overseas, he went to work on the North Sea oil rigs. Following this as a result of his military training, he worked in security in Kenya and Capetown, South Africa.

In 1984 he returned to Scotland and became self-employed when he took over the running

of Lawson’s Timber.

During his time at Watsons College, Donald had played soccer and rugby union. “I had a real passion,” he said. “Anything with a ball and I would chase it.” However, it was the game of rugby that really took hold. Now after all these years, his love of the sport is indeed still a major part of his life.

Unfortunately his playing career was cut short in 1995. While playing for his home team Watsonians as front row, Donald was involved in a scrum collapse which was to result in a broken neck.

"I spent three weeks in hospital and this was followed by about three months of convalescing. However, I was lucky and made a full recovery; but heeding my doctor's advice my playing days were over.”

Interesting to note that even during his time in Kenya and South Africa, such was his love of the game that he continued to play.

According to the magazine for former pupils of his college, Donald's time at Lawson’s Timber’ ‘’resembled the United Nations of the rugby world with Kiwis, Aussies and Springboks as well as many Watsonians passing through the workshop.’’

It went on to say that training sessions he conducted at his local club became legendary.

It was during 1995 that Donald met Alison the lady who was in 1996 to become his wife and the mother of his three children, Charlie, Ellie and Zoe. Donald's love affair with Australia started when he visited in 2001 as a member of the British Lions Rugby Union Support Group. His next visit came in 2003 when he once again visited as a member of a British support group, this time for the Rugby World Cup. Not only did he visit Australia but also the tourist resort called Noosa Heads and as they say in the classics, “It was love at first sight.”

“I took one good hard look, saw it all and decided that this was where I wanted to live and

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raise my family.” Then in 2005 it became a reality and the McKills arrived in paradise.

On arrival, Donald started work as a personal trainer and his children were enrolled in Saint Andrews College. The children then joined the Noosa Nippers and following this Donald and Alison joined the senior club, thus making their involvement in surf lifesaving movement a full-on family affair. During the winter months, Donald continued his love of rugby by becoming a member of Noosa Dolphins along with his young son Charlie.

“It is a rather strange coincident, these club colours,” said Donald. “As you know in a proud club your colours are a much respected thing.

Our colours at both the surf club and the Dolphins are maroon and white and so are the colours of my old rugby club back home.” And he added with a smile, “So are our Queensland football teams.”

On joining the surf club the parents quickly obtained their bronze medallions and since doing so their contribution has been outstanding. Both are patrolling members with Donald holding the position of patrol captain.

Away from patrols, he works as a fitness trainer, is a leader with the Noosa Seahorse Nippers, a group dedicated to helping children with special needs, and is now a member of the sponsors committee, one of the most important sub committees in the club. He is also a member of the highly successful Surf Education Group a body responsible, under the leadership of Greg McLaughlin, for taking Surf Life Saving into our schools.

His outstanding contribution to the club last

year saw him being named the Club Person of the Year. And rightly so.

With the onset of the winter month, his commitments are directed with the same quite intensity into the world of rugby. However, it is in this area his work has not only been beneficial to rugby but also to the community at large.

It was through the efforts of this man that the touring British Lions and their support group were based in Noosa thus bringing national media attention to our community. Now because of his commitment to the sport he has been made a Liaison Officer for Australian Rugby; add to this his recent appointment to the position of vice- president of the Dolphins.

Last year the Noosa Surf Club gave its total support to another project in which Donald was a catalyst- the Battle Back Golf Tournament.

This originated to assist disabled British servicemen wounded in service to their country, to visit Australia for a golf challenge against our wounded veterans. Not only an outstanding concept, but also a great success.

One thing that keeps this remarkable man active is his commando-type attitude to his fitness. Some time ago he took part in an Iron Man event in France that consisted of a 3.8kl swim, a 180km bike ride and finished with a 42km run.

It is this attitude of nothing is impossible and if properly approached anything is achievable, that has given us a man we can proudly say- is one of Our People.

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Noosa arts aNd Crafts

ChristiaN fellowshiP of Noosa

NOOSA Arts and Crafts Association offer a wide variety of classes, groups and workshops.

Classes include intermediate watercolour tutored by John Newman on Mondays from 1pm to 4pm. Group activities include life art every first and third Wednesday of the month from 9am to noon, and spinning and knitting each Thursday from 9am to noon. Workshops include short story writing with Elaine Ousten and Ron Day on Saturday 19 March from 10am to 4pm, watercolour for beginners (Level 2) with John Newman starting Monday 4 April for six weeks from 9am to noon and drawing for beginners with John Newman starting Tuesday 5 April for six weeks from 9am to noon.

For further information contact the association on 5474 1211, via email at create@noosaartsandcrafts.org.au or on the website www.noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

“COUNTING the Cost” will be the theme at Christian Fellowship of Noosa on Sunday 6 March, with Peter Evans bringing the message, commencing the build up to the wonder of Easter.

Come along to the CWA Hall, next to the Tewantin Post Office, at 9.30am and meet a gathering of warm and loving local Christians. Our website is www.christianfellowshipnoosa.com or for a voice-to-voice contact call Tony on 5474 0620.

Noosa Photo Club MeetiNg THE next meeting of the Noosa Photo Club will be held on Monday 7 March at the Uniting Church, 6 Grasstree Court, Sunrise Beach. Doors open 6.30pm for a 7pm start. The February guest speaker will be Robyn Hills talking about ‘How to be more creative’. Visitors welcome: Entry free for members, $4 for visitors with tea, coffee and light refreshments served. For more information phone 5474 8857.

breast CaNCer suPPort grouP THE next meeting of the Noosa Breast Cancer Support group is being held on Tuesday 8 March, at St Mary’s Hall, 17 Williams Street, Tewantin, at 9.30 am. We offer face-to-face support for anyone diagnosed with breast cancer. For more information phone Dawn on 5441 7231.

tewaNtiN-Noosa rsl woMeN’s auxiliary THE next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxiliary will be held on Friday 4 March, at the RSL Tewantin, at 10am. All members and friends welcome. For more information phone Kay on 5447 5042.

booMeraNg bags Noosa REGULAR sewing bees are held every Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 1.30pm at Shop 6, 37 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads. Sewing skills not needed - there are many other ways to help out! Prefer to sew at home? We can provide the fabrics, straps and pockets to put together at home. We are also looking for donations of fabrics - old sheets and curtains work a treat! Donations can be brought to the shop or drop it at Bent Banana in Peregian, The Source Bulkfoods in the Junction and Cooroy Doctors Surgery, Emerald St, Cooroy. Contact Desire on 0427 596 478 for more information.

theosoPhiCal soCiety FRIDAY 4 March from 7pm at the RSL/CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Drive, Tewantin, Kevin Thompson will be presenting KISS: keep it simple simple. Kevin - long term dedicated student of the perennial wisdoms applies his skills to completely recovering from a stroke. Come along, and be part of the experience. All welcome. Gold coin donation. For more information phone Janet on 0416 442 962 or Ailsa on 5470 2656.

suNshiNe butterflies ARE you or a family member living with a disability? Are you looking for that special place to feel truly included, appreciated, involved and engaged?

Sunshine Butterflies strive to improve all areas in the lives of people with disabilities and their families by promoting health and well-being, independence and inclusion.

Join us daily from 9.30am to 2.30pm for fun and interactive days of woodwork, cooking, art, music, singing, life skills, social enterprise, fit-

ness, sports, swimming, recreation and so much more. We create avenues and opportunities for our members to engage with their peers and the local community. For more information phone 5470 2830 or email admin@sunshinebutterflies. com.au

Croquet CoMe aNd try day ON the first Sunday of the month at 10am, the Noosa Croquet Club holds free come-and-try instruction for anyone interested in seeing how this great game fits with your needs. Olympic skills are not required. You need to be able to walk, have good eye/hand co-ordination, enjoy nice people in a social setting and wear a smile. Come to the Croquet Club at 9.45am for a 10am start on the first Sunday of the month at 9 Sea Shell Place, Noosaville. Punctuality is really appreciated. Tennis or bowls footwear desirable but not essential. Either turn up or give Nevin Gugich a call at 5473 5801 beforehand.

friday eNviroNMeNt foruM This week, Bill Metcalf will explain some of the lesser known early history of the Noosa region.

In 1893 unique legislation was passed to facilitate and promote rural communes - an option taken up by 2000 Queenslanders, mainly urban dwellers from Brisbane and Ipswich. Join the audience at the Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville, on Friday 4 March to hear Bill Metcalf tell the true story of what happened in these utopian social experiments, as well as what evidence remains of the presence of communes.

Come along at 10am for coffee and a chat before the forum begins at 10.30am. To enjoy the birds of Wallace Park join Valda in the car park at 8.30 am. Visit www.noosaparks.org.au for more information. All are welcome.

MaNtra’s, MusiC & MeditatioN EVERY Saturday between 3pm and 5:30pm at United Synergies, 12-14 Ernest and Goodchap Street, Tewantin. 2.5 hours of peace and harmony, live kirtan and chanting with musical instruments.

Refreshments provided, children are welcome, no charge.

Creative writiNg grouP HAVE fun and use your mind and imagination

in a friendly non-competitive group. Join Noosa Creative Writers at Noosa Leisure Centre every Tuesday between 10am and noon. No charge.

For more information please phone Natalie 5485 4132.

Noosa Probus Club THE Noosa 2010 Combined Probus Club will be holding its annual general meeting followed by its monthly meeting at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 65 Hilton Terrace, on Tuesday 8 March at 9am for 9.30am start. All members welcome.

u3a Noosa friday talks TWO guest speakers will attend the U3A Noosa Friday Talk at U3A, 64 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, on 4 March from 1.45pm. Dr Ken Lynn will discuss Mendelssohn, Schumann and Brahms: their life and times and Alan and Sue Roberts will discuss Armchair Travel: Paris and France. Members $4, Non-Members $5. For more information phone 5440 5500.

NoosaCare iNC. BOARD Members Alan Bennett and Jack Nilsson recently announced their retirement from their positions as valued directors of the board after 14 and 16 years respectively. Both Alan and Jack have contributed an abundance of knowledge and experience to the hotel services committee with Jack also spending a number of years as vice-president and a member of the executive committee. Megan Delton, CEO of NoosaCare, thanked Alan and Jack for their many years of loyal service and extended the opportunity to reapply as directors should their future paths see fit.

Noosa heads ladies Probus Club THE next meeting will be held on Thursday 10 March, in the Forum Hall at Laguna Estate, Noosaville, at 9.30 am for 10 am start, this will be followed by the AGM and morning tea.

The guest speaker is one of our members who will speak on “Returning to North Queensland”.

The outing for March will be lunch at Thai Square restaurant in Noosaville on Thursday 24 at noon.

For more information contact Kim on 5455 3860 or Pam on 5450 6017.

Would you like to know more about the Music Excellence Program at SBSHS? We invite you to a�end a mee�ng for all interested parents and primary school students.

March 17 at 5.30pm in the Performing Arts building (Cavern Theatre) at SBSHS (45 Ben Lexcen Drive).

Applica�ons for Music Excellence Scholarships, and entry into the Music Excellence class are now open. More informa�on is available via the school website or by calling the numbers below.

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Close to paradise ON offer is a rare chance to secure a home in the tightly held Little Cove.

MUCH sought after and highly prized, the opportunity to buy into this exclusive, original Noosa community offers a chance to enjoy the epitome of beachside living while surrounded by beautiful natural bushland.

Located opposite the boardwalk and just moments from the Noosa National Park and the award-winning restaurants and boutique shopping of the famous Hastings Street, this apartment is a must see for anyone wanting to enjoy the best of Noosa living.

Headland Views is a boutique complex of six apartments with no on-site management, so the new owners of this home can make it their own as a permanent family home or make the most of the stunning location and use the apartment as an idyllic holiday hide-away.

throughout, as well as a neutral colour scheme so the new

The ground-floor apartment features three generous sized bedrooms, plus a modern kitchen that overlooks an open-plan living and dining space.

help create a comfortable living space throughout the year.

Sliding doors open out to a covered patio that enjoys direct access to the sparkling pool as well as views of Laguna Bay through the leafy outlook.

This apartment is low-maintenance with easy-care tiling

owners can really make this home their own.

There is no need for air-conditioning in this apartment, with timber shutters and ceiling fans installed throughout to

An undercover parking space is also included as well as extra built-in storage.

Well-maintained and immaculately presented, the new owners of this apartment can simply move in and put their feet up poolside.

home essentials ADDRESS: 1/42 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Headland Viewsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Alderly Terrace, Noosa Heads AUCTION: 8 April, on site at 11am DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car VIEW: By appointment AGENT: Shane McCauley and Frank Milat for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0403 646 930 or 0438 528 148 16 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 3 March, 2016

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Immaculately presented with peaceful surroundings, all elements of this one level home are in total harmony with one another. This enticing residence epitomises modern family living with indulgent levels of entertainment and privacy. ɒ Located in the highly sought after ‘Enclave Estate’. ɒ Leafy aspect with north facing pool. ɒ Freshly painted inside and out. ɒ Large spacious kitchen and plenty of storage.

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Only a short level walk to Hastings street and Noosa Main beach for a swim and a coffee! Small complex with a pool and very low body corporate costs. Perfect for live in, lock up or rental returns. The perfect Noosa getaway for the perfect price! ɒ Small block of only 4 with pool. Low body corporate fees. ɒ Short stroll to beach and cafes. ɒ Lock up garage with storage onsite. ɒ Perfect for down-sizer or lock up and leave.

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COOROY MOUNTAIN 591 COOROY MOUNTAIN ROAD Views & Luxury This exclusive 5 acre acreage property is situated in a much sought-after locale. The endless panoramic views are sensational and need to be experienced to be believed. This is the peaceful and restful private retreat you’ve been looking for. ɒ Relax by the infinity pool or take a soak in the solar heated spa. ɒ Breathtaking, panoramic views of Cooroy Mountain from every vantage point. ɒ Enjoy a game of tennis from your own tennis court surrounded by manicured gardens. ɒ Also has a bore, 4 bay shed and orchard.

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NOOSA HEADS ‘TINGIRANA’ 25 HASTINGS STREET

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View Sat & Mon 12:30-1.00pm Price Top Floor $2,9500,000 A fantastic two bedroom apartment with a dual key operation which means each has a beachfront Ground Floor $2,350,000 suite with kitchen, dining and lounge while the studio is a spacious bedroom with kitchenette. You Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 can rent it as a complete 2 bedroom apartment or two individual ones – the suite and studio.

5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au ɒ Unrivalled position on Noosa beachfront.

Richardson & Wrench ɒ Caring, well established management. Pool, gym and even a restaurant on site.

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Your Hamptons inspired home away from home beckons with superb elevation and outlook. This spacious, breezy family home incorporates a relaxed style in an outstanding location. Plenty of room for the family and guests set in a tropical garden. ɒ Open-plan living/dining extends to sizeable covered alfresco. ɒ Separate ground level, one bedroom Guest Suite. ɒ New Caesarstone kitchen with modern design features. ɒ Recently fully renovated with elevated surround balcony.

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This beautifully presented golf front villa is situated on the 15th Fairway and has a lovely leafy outlook. Single level properties are a rare commodity within Noosa Springs and are tightly held.

Therefore this represents a fantastic opportunity to purchase a low maintenance home. ɒ Quality Miele appliances, Zoned ducted air conditioning throughout, Ceilings fans throughout. ɒ Built in speakers in the living area, Multiple indoor/outdoor living areas. ɒ Double lock up garage with separate golf buggy garage, Garden irrigation system. ɒ 24 hour Gated security, World class 18 hole golf course & driving range.

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EXCITING NEW LISTING

RARE PRIME BEACH FRONT PEREGIAN BEACH 56 Peregian Esplanade 56 Peregian Esplanade is a rare opportunity to secure a prime piece of paradise. This spacious home is very well presented and maintained. Set on a level 814m2 block, it’s perfect as a permanent home, a base for holidays, to build your dream house or develop as a duplex.

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23 WHYANDRA CLOSE, DOONAN VIEW THIS SATURDAY 5TH MARCH 12 - 1PM AUCTION SUNDAY 3RD APRIL - 12PM ONSITE Outstanding family home offering: • Level elevated position, primarily north facing • Main home divided into two wings which wrap around a central pool/courtyard and low to outdoor entertainment decks • Privacy in an equally sought after position • Botanically rare plants in low maintenance gardens complete with dam fed irrigation • Guest wing with ensuite and private courtyard • Versatile property offering endless business opportunity to branch out to studio, gallery, B&B, dual living,health retreat, professional/therapist rooms …or keep it all to yourself.

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When it comes to making the move HEIDI WOODMAN

WHAT’S the best choice of property for you?

ME Head of Home Loans, Patrick Nolan walks through the pros and cons of units versus houses to help you decide.

According to Mr Nolan there are six key factors to consider when choosing whether a house or an apartment is right for you including affordability, potential to value add and lifestyle factors.

Apartments seem to fair better in regards to affordability and low maintenance while houses seem to win in regards to the high potential to add value and privacy.

“Apartments definitely have the upper hand when it comes to affordability,” Mr Nolan said.

“In fact, based on median property values you may be able to cut $100,000 or more off the price of your first home by choosing an apartment rather than a house.”

However Mr Nolan said houses can provide more options to add value through renovations both inside and outside the home whereas and apartment is more restricted.

“With an apartment the only renovations you can make are internal, and major reconfigurations may be out of the question because of the building’s internal plumbing and wiring configurations,” he said.

Lifestyle and privacy factors will depend on the type of living arrangement you are looking for. According to Mr Nolan both options can offer great lifestyles.

Her open and transparent communication results in seamless negotiation between buyers and sellers.

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“Modern apartment complexes can offer all the mod cons including pools, barbecue areas and well-equipped gyms,” he said.

“So you get to enjoy the benefits of these lifestyle features without the hassle of upkeep that can come with a house and garden.”

“But if you’re a dedicated green thumb, owning a house on land will definitely appeal to your love of gardening.”

“Be aware though, owning a home comes with a raft of chores as well as delights.

Clearing gutters, moving the lawn, fixing the fencing - it can all take up a fair chunk of leisure time.”

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“When it comes to choosing a first home, one of the key decisions is likely to be ‘house or apartment?’ There’s no perfect answer - both are equally good options. It’s a matter of deciding what suits your needs,” he said.

With a solid successful career in the local real estate industry, Heidi is a ’straight shooter’ with a flexible and efficient manner.

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Rental hot property NOOSA’S coastal neighbour has climbed the rental ladder in a report released by online rental site realestate.com.au According to the report, renters are looking for suburbs with good work and education prospects, as well as easy access to top quality cafes, services and amenities.

An analysis of the changing supply and demand for rental properties from the past three months reveals that the inner Woollongong suburb of Gwynneville

has risen the most in rental demand, with an increase of 224 spots on the national rankings.

The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast also featured, with Benowa, Mount Coolum and Paradise Point making the top 10 list of biggest movers in the national rental market.

The report states the change in renters’ market growth rankings show the suburbs that have increased the most from a supply and demand perspective in the past three months (November 2015 -

January 2016) compared to the three months prior.

Demand is represented as the number of visits to realestate.com. au/rent that included at least one property view per listing per month.

This is then divided by the number of listings in each suburb to reach a supply-demand ratio.

To be eligible, suburbs had to have at least 10 listings on the site per month.

OPEN HOMES Castaways Beach 2 Driftwood Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 10-10.30am

Coolum Beach 16-18 Barra Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay

Sat 2-2.30pm

Cooroy Mountain 591 Cooroy Mountain Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

181 Valley Drive

David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

Sat 10.45-11.45am

54 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 10.45-11.45am

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8 Longwood Drive

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10 Pavilions Drive

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Sunrise Beach Sat 11-11.30am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

37 Weyba Street

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Sat 11-11.30am

4/1 Solway Drive

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26 Wildlower Street

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31 Whale Drive

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7 Feathertail Court

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David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

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56 Peregian Esplanade

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Sunshine Beach

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Black Sorrows: Joe Camilleri, Claude Carranza, Mark Gray, John McAll and Angus Burchall.

The best kind of sorrow STRAP on your snake skin shoes and head down to the Villa Noosa for some sweet inspiration as Aussie music icons the Black Sorrows stir it up in a not-to-be-missed show guaranteed to ignite a fire down below.

The much-loved Aussie band is heading to Noosa on Friday 11 March and bringing their iconic mix of blues, soul, R&B, gospel and country.

Long-time front man Joe Camilleri will be joined on stage by Claude Carranza on gui-

tar, Mark Gray on bass, John McAll on keyboard and Angus Burchall on drums and they promise to treat audiences to a spontaneous (forget set lists) and emotionally driven performance guaranteed to leave you feeling exhilarated.

From humble beginnings playing innercity cafes around Melbourne and selling albums from the boot of a car, Camilleri transformed the band into one of the most sophisticated ensembles in the country and

recently celebrated over 50 years in the industry.

Writer of milestone Australian songs such as Hold On To Me, Harley and Rose, Chained To The Wheel, Never Let Me Go and the Chosen Ones, Joe Camilleri’s music has become part of Australian music culture.

The Black Sorrows continue to be one of Australia’s most enduring touring bands and you can catch all the action at the Villa Noosa on Friday 11 March from 8pm.

Tickets are $30 pre-sale or $35 at the door and are available online at www.villanoosa. com.au/shows For more information on this event or coming events at the Villa Noosa phone 5430 5555.

For your chance to win a double pass to catch the Black Sorrows in action email your name, phone number and email address to competitions@noosatoday.com.au

All the hits as musos play on the generation gap WHETHER you like tie dye or teased hair the ’70s versus ’80s Classic Rock Show will settle the long-standing debate of which era had the best music.

Pick your side as the groovy ’70s, full of flares, hair and soul, go head-to-head with the wild ’80s, packed with frizz, fluoro and pop, in a battle to end all debate.

The incredible six-piece band will start the battle in the groovy ’70s taking you back to that time of free love with bands like The

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Doobie Brothers, Suzi Quatro, Daddy Cool so many more before putting on their leg warmers and jumping forward to the ’80s. You will get your pop and rock fix with hits from Michael Jackson, Bryan Adams and Queen among many others.

So if you want to settle the long-standing debate, drop in to the Tewantin Noosa RSL on Saturday 5 March at 8pm in the South Bar. Entry is free and leg warmers are optional.

...or the wild ’80s?

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Surf fest brings the fun

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WITH a great line-up of live music and special movie screenings, this years’ Noosa Festival of Surfing is not to be missed. Make sure you don’t miss a beat with Noosa Today’s handy program of all things surfing and entertainment.

Music and Entertainment Friday 4 March 5.30pm Peruvian Caballito demonstration @ First Point.

XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 6pm Luke Morris.

7pm Presentation by Peruvian Cultural Group, led by 1965 world champion Felipe Pomar.

7.30pm Luke Morris.

Saturday 5 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 4.30pm Opening Ceremony.

5pm Paddle Out. 5.30pm Welcome to Country.

6.30pm Sons of the East.

7.30pm Adam Harpaz.

Cafe Le Monde: 8.30pm Bearfoot (@ Cafe Le Monde).

Sunday 6 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 6pm Old Man Friday.

6.45pm Men of Wood & Foam World Premiere Screening with legendary surfboard builders present.

7.30pm Old Man Friday.

Cafe Le Monde: 5pm-7pm Christian Patey.

7.30pm-9.30pm Pat Capocci.

Halse Lodge: 8pm Backpacker Challenge after party.

JOLENE OGLE

Band of Frequencies.

Sons of the East.

Monday 7 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 5.30pm World Surfaris Papua New Guinea Surf Trip Show.

7pm The Sea Gypsies.

Halse Lodge: 8pm Screening of Splinters movie.

Tuesday 8 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar:

IN Noosa Magazine Launch.

Cafe Le Monde 5.45pm Surf Unearthed winner announced.

7pm Patrick Burgess and friends.

Wednesday 9 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 5.30pm Tourism Noosa Networking Night.

guide

Band of Frequencies improvised set to live surfing 6.30pm Band of Frequencies.

Cafe Le Monde: 8.30pm Khan Harrison.

Underground Surf Emporium & Espresso Bar: 5pm-8pm Glencat Exhibition.

Thursday 10 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 2pm-6pm Underground Vintage Board Swap Meet.

6pm Tropical Zombie.

7pm Short films by Andy Staley, Jai Lee and Spencer Frost.

Cafe Le Monde: Photo Exhibition by Adam Harriden, Gone To Sea 8.30pm After Party with Tropical Zombie.

Friday 11 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: Silver Surf Stomp 25th Anniversary Party (Wear something in the theme of SILVER SURFER for free entry).

6pm Pete Cullen.

7pm Z-Star Delta.

Cafe Le Monde: Silver Surf Stomp After Party 8.30pm Blindfang and the Depth Charges.

Saturday 12 March XXXX Summer Beach Bar: 6pm Mason Rack Band.

7pm The Wet Fish.

Cafe Le Monde: 8.30pm Official Closing Party with Mason Rack Band.

Thursday 3 March The Reef Hotel 7pm Mooncoin.

Tewantin Noosa RSL 7pm The Vibe.

Villa Noosa 7pm Trivia.

Friday 4 March The Reef Hotel 9pm James Sinclair.

Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm Mantra.

Cooroy RSL 6pm Custard Apples.

The J 7pm Ocean Film Festival.

Villa Noosa 8.30pm Live at the Villa.

Peregian Beach Hotel 7pm Solar.

Saturday 5 March The Cooroy RSL 7.30pm Melony Brests Drag Queen Bingo.

The Reef Hotel 9pm James Sinclair/ Pukka Up Tour/ JMG. Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm '70s vs '80s Classic Rock Show.

Villa Noosa 8.30pm Top 100 Hits.

Peregian Beach Hotel 1.30pm Alan Kelly.

Sunday 6 March The Reef Hotel 4pm Lara Tatiana.

Sunshine Beach SLSC 3pm Sexual chocolate.

PUZZLES CROSSWORD No. 7412

SUDOKU No. 4074 How to solve Sudoku!

Fill the grid so that every row and every 3x3 square contains the digits 1 to 9

7 5 3 1 6 9 4 2 8

2 3 7 6 9 8 1 5 4

9 8 5 3 1 4 2 6 7

1 4 6 5 7 2 3 8 9

5 6 2 7 8 3 9 4 1

3 9 1 4 5 6 8 7 2

Solution No.4074

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ACROSS 1. Lap speed (4). 7. Frankly, it’s because you count (9). 8.

In love there is a catch (4). 9. It’s not yours to dig up (4).

10. Put back in the hot sun, rot (4). 11. Tries to persuade one they’re edible (4). 14. Little devil who created panic in the monastery? (4,6). 16. Also where you see the child has an aptitude for figures (2,8). 19. Chuck went to sunday school initially (4). 22. A horse, female, munching an apple? (4). 24. Father english who got promoted? (4). 25.

Return the call (4). 26. It’s stiff and one cleans it with difficulty (9). 27. The exam has Roland’s head in a whirl (4).

DOWN 1. He can be cutting (5). 2. Calling out “Al!” hang on (5).

3. About the son I took a load round for (6). 4. Could be grave, you stress (6). 5. When it’s time to go off go fast (4). 6. As well as at least eight garments (4-5). 12. And I pour in a funny green syrup (9). 13. Get rid of the quiet boy (4). 15. Let rip (4). 17. Put upon, I rewrite the poems (6). 18. Diabolical music that can harm one? (6). 20. Happen to have upset the house dog (5). 21. Upside-down sacks used to sit on (5). 23. On foot, though you could ride on it (4).

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ACROSS Band (4) Bold (9) Figure (4) Particle (4) Stare (4) Pore over (4) Penitent (10) Bird (10) Hooter (4) Egyptian goddess (4) Implement (4) Plunge (4) Lucky (9) Insect (4)

Cryptic Clues

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7412 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Lick. 7, Since-rely. 8, N-a-il. 9, Mine. 10, Tos-h (rev). 11, Eggs. 14, Holy terror. 16, In addition. 19, To-s-s. 22, A-dam. 24, Pop-e. 25, Echo. 26, I-nelastic. 27, Oral (anag).

Down - 1, Lance. 2, C(al)ling. 3, Fil-i-a-l. 4, Accent. 5, Trot. 6, Plus-fours. 12, Gre-nadi-ne. 13, Sh-ed. 15, Rent.

17, I-mpose. 18, Imp-air. 20, Oc-cur. 21, Stool (rev). 23, Mule.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7412 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Tape. 7, Audacious. 8, Nine. 9, Atom. 10, Gape.

11, Read. 14, Remorseful. 16, Budgerigar. 19, Nose. 22, Isis. 24, Tool. 25, Dive. 26, Fortunate. 27, Gnat.

Down - 1, Tenor. 2, Panda. 3, Custom. 4, Hammer. 5, Ling.

6, Sumptuous. 12, Excursion. 13, Drag. 15, Earn. 17, Rotund. 18, Grotto. 20, Onion. 21, Erect. 23, Site.

Quick Clues

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Short films in festive focus Ecoflicks Open category (open to all-comers); and an Ecoflicks Youth category, aimed at youth in and around Noosa.

The Noosa International Film Festival is accepting submissions exclusively via global film festival platform, FilmFreeway with official selections being screened publicly at various cinema venues.

A film-making workshop will take place to support participants entering the Ecoflicks competition. The two-day workshop open to secondary and tertiary students and aspiring adult film-makers alike, will be held at the Central Queensland University in Goodchap Street, Noosaville, on Tuesday 5 and Thursday 7 April for a cost of $40.

The festival will run from Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 November and will, among a host of other cinematic highlights, showcase new release films, with at least one of these films being screened in Australia for the first time.

For information regarding rules and guidelines for the short film competitions, and Festival program information as it develops visit NIFF.com.au

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Noosa will play host to local, national and international film-makers when it stages Australia’s newest film festival in November.

The Noosa International Film Festival (NIFF) will provide a forum for films of all genres and will be brought together from the four corners of the globe by a panel of cinema experts and presented to a local and Australia-wide audience of discerning filmlovers at select venues throughout the Noosa region.

Among the highlights of the festival will be a series of short film competitions, workshops, masterclasses and Q&A forums offering a unique opportunity for would-be film-makers to learn about, and become involved in, the craft of making films.

In all, there will be three short film competitions being promoted as part of the program: the NIFF Open category (open to anyone, from anywhere of any genre); the

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LETTERS

Post your letters to: 36 Mary St, Noosaville, 4566 or email: newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

Fought the good fight I FIRST met Tony Wellington when the Noosa Biosphere Association was formed. The NBA gave the community an opportunity to be involved (at arm’s length) in their biosphere.

Something which was taken from the community, when thanks to Peter Beattie and his government, our council had to amalgamate with the rest of the Sunshine Coast. Following this, Tony was there from day one of the Noosa Independence Alliance, fighting to free Noosa and have our Noosa Council returned to the people of Noosa.

His allegiance to Noosa can never be doubted, he fought on when others were prepared to let things stand and accept that we were part of the Sunshine Coast Council. Tony then for no reason other than to fight for Noosa stood to represent Division 12 on the Sunshine Coast Council. Every day, he fought the Noosa battle among a sometime hostile group. To someone who knows Tony this was not an easy journey for him, and he was certainly on a learning curve.

I would like to thank Tony for the part he has played in getting Noosa to the stage where we are about to elect our second Noosa Council.

Tony if elected mayor will do a good job, he is a quick learner, loyal to the end, and has more faith in Noosa and its community than anyone else I know. He has served his apprenticeship and is now more than capable of putting himself forward for the next part of the journey that of leading Noosa Shire as its mayor. Tony is a very good human being loyal and honest, as well as being smart and caring.

Well done Tony.

Jo Ball, Noosaville.

Tree goes - what's next?

IT is timely with the unfortunate removal of the “three tree" for the owner of the Royal Mail Hotel (Wesfarmers or subsidiary) and the adjacent ugly drive-in bottle shop to show some civic pride.

How approval was given for such an ugly painted besser brick building to occupy such a prominent beautiful sight beggars belief. Further how such a historic building as the Royal Mail Hotel can be allowed to deteriorate to such a state as to become an eyesore is incomprehensible.

Phone: 5455 6946 info@noosatoday.com.au Street/Postal address 36 Mary Street, Noosaville, QLD 4566 Editorial Megan Ogle newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au Advertising Tracey Combes Jess Divito Sharon Latham Karen Tatters sales@noosatoday.com.au Classified Advertising Phone: 5455 6946 Email: classifieds@noosatoday.com.au Delivered FREE every THURSDAY to households and businesses.

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DISTRIBUTION AREA: Noosa Heads, Sunshine Beach, Sunrise Beach, Marcus Beach, Castaways Beach, Peregian Beach, Peregian Springs, Weyba Downs, Verrierdale, Lake Cooroibah, Doonan, Eumundi, Cooroy Mountains, Cooroy, Noosaville, Tewantin, Tinbeerwah, Lake Macdonald, Pomona PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN OWNED & INDEPENDENT

Wouldn’t it be sensational if the bottle shop was driven underground to make way for a beautiful tree laden beer/barbecue garden overlooking the park and river? Couple that with a tasteful renovation of the hotel would go a long way to enhancing the village.

If council is powerless to do anything then perhaps Wesfarmers , which greatly benefits financially from the community, should be shamed into greatly assisting to beautify our village.

Michael Howitt, Tewantin.

Hard to sustain PRAISE be to Mr Hallett for pointing out a galling doublespeak wilfully and neglectfully uttered by politicians the Earth over. Until all our power use, waste management, water use and soil use are part of a minimal waste/or fully recyclable/renewable paradigm ... then well it is simply misleading to say that any community is sustainable at all. If you look hard enough you will find that finance and industrial capitalist entities everywhere have not put sustainability – in the true scientific/environmental sense – on their accounting ledgers since ... never.

Dylan White, Noosa.

Soft target AS a former property valuer and now a tourism business operator, I am alarmed at Sandy Bolton’s (mayoral candidate) proposed softening of the Noosa Town Plan. Developers will always challenge and push the margins on the Noosa Plan, for potentially huge financial gains.

Our council must be prepared, to stand up and fight for our Town Plan, as previous Noosa Councils have had to do under strong mayors, if we wish to keep Noosa unique.

It is naive of Sandy to think that the proposed new Noosa Town Plan can be changed to reduce conflict, without our losing Noosa’s uniqueness and edge.

If developers sense that a new council has a softer approach to the Noosa Plan, we will very quickly lose that which we have all fought for.

Noosa as we know it will be lost. Alternatively, we will face far worse and costlier legal battles that earlier Noosa Councils have had to fight and usually win.

I believe that we need a safe and proven set of hands with a strong track record of standing in support of the Noosa Town Plan. Tony Wellington is experienced and is the only mayoral candidate to have fought to get our Noosa Council back and consistently fights for our Town Plan, lifestyle and small local businesses.

Alan A Williams, Noosaville.

Life unleashed I WAS heartened to read Jonty Redwood’s article in last week's edition. I have been in communication with Noosa’s mayor about this very issue once or twice. I wrote a friendly and lengthy email to Mr Playford as well as the Noosa Council contact recently, explaining why this was so important to many people in the area. We would love to walk our dog, on leash, along the beach from Sunrise Beach to Sunshine Beach for relaxing breakfasts or just a coffee. That’s what life here is all about. I mentioned that the cafes largely now allow dogs, we can walk him along Hastings street and beyond, we can walk him though Queen Street Mall in Brisbane if we choose to, and on any other walking path or footpath in the state, except in National Parks.

The wonderful river walk at Tewantin is a classic example. Why drive to enjoy a walk with our dogs? When we have the most beautiful beach right here.

Coolum Beach and Marcoola Beach both allow dogs on leash. It just doesn’t make sense.

People who don’t pick up after their dogs and who generally are the cause of these far too strict blanket type rules, are always going to be thoughtless, dirty and selfish, be they in Hastings street, suburban streets or on the beach.

Perhaps the council patrol could go after them instead of law-abiding people just wanting to relax and enjoy their beach walk with their dog.

Martina Gaynor, Sunrise Beach.

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IN the last two years, did Cr Sandy Bolton really single-handedly achieve all the things she claims? If so, what were Crs Noel Playford, Bob Abbot, Tony Wellington, Joe Jurisevic, Frank Wilkie and Frank Pardon doing meanwhile? Or is Cr Bolton snowing us in this election cam-

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LENSCAPE KAY relaxes with her friendly local kookaburra who often pops in to say hi. If you have a photo of Noosa’s landscape or wildlife you would like to share, email it to newsdesk@nosatoday. com.au paign? She’s certainly talked a lot but what has she actually achieved for our community or for our shire?

My mayoral vote is going to a doer not a talker.

Roy Pearce, Tewantin.

Give me a reason ONE question you should definitely ask council candidates is: Are you for or against the expansion of the Noosa Civic shopping precinct, and what are your reasons?

Paul Daly, Tewantin.

Mixed messages I WAS appalled to read Cr Tony Wellington’s article regarding council communications (Noosa Today, 25 February). The suggestion by Cr Wellington that council does not consult enough with its community is complete and utter rubbish in my opinion.

Noosa Council is one of the most consultative councils in Australia with open and honest communications a core tenet of its operations.

Council has implemented a range of strategies to communicate with residents such as the online portal “Your Say”, public consultations, social media, the Community Jury, open door meetings and the list goes on.

Cr Wellington went on to say he believed “honesty and transparency are the hallmarks of good governance” and absolutely they are, but he has been a member of this council for over two years so if things have been so bad why hasn’t he spoken up about it previously outside of election time?

Sure council makes mistakes sometimes and we don’t always get it right but to describe our communication as clumsy is way beyond the pale. I am incensed by his comments as they are disrespectful to our hard-working communications team at council and the other councillors and undermines the teamwork and solidarity that this council has worked so hard to achieve.

To put out this type of statement is a disgrace and demonstrates that in terms of communication, perhaps he is not the man for the job!

Frank Pardon, Noosa.

Going in to bat I LIVE next to the hospital. I don’t have a problem with our bats.

I would prefer our council to use our rates on something more constructive than wasting funds on relocating bats that won’t move on anyway.

A piece of advice: If you are not happy with the environment you live in, and you can’t change it, the next option is to move to another home where that issue doesn’t exist. It’s that simple.

I’m a bit weary of residents moaning about the bats in Noosa. Instead of wasting energy moaning, try doing some volunteer work somewhere and do something positive with your life instead, and appreciate how much better you have it than other less fortunate people, Erna de Bree, Noosaville.

I DEFY even the greatest nature lovers to say they would be happy with this mess on a constant basis (not several weeks as stated by Peter Milne).

When we came to Noosa we saw there were bats in the Weyba Creek area and decided that was not good. Also a colony of bats on the other side of the river who seemed to live happily there until there were several fires and council burn-offs, which may explain why they moved to Wallace Park.

As for not loving nature – we loved our kookaburras that sat on the fence and made us laugh, we loved our lorikeets and other beautiful birds in our trees – they are no longer here – rare birds are also gone, and soon the trees will be gone as they are being stripped by the bats.

The rare grey headed bats were little problem and are now being crowded out by other colonies, so maybe will be even rarer soon.

To Mark Presling of Tinbeerwah, we did not get a bargain priced house because no bats were residing at Wallace Park, and the council does not need to take expensive measures (at your expense) – there are several cheap and simple options that could be tried to relocate creatures to a more suitable environment for them and us.

We too used to be delighted to watch the bats from the safe distance of a lovely apartment when visiting Noosa, which is a completely different from living with them on a daily basis.

Norah Lilley, Tewantin.

Knowing the limits HERE is an extract from the South Australian Local Government Association’s website.

I am still so amazed at the way local government is run in Queensland. Being elected provides a good income. I wonder how much altruism there really is?

Councillors and mayors are not paid for their time but receive allowances for expenses.

These are now set by the SA Remuneration Tribunal, limited by regulations which provide for a maximum allowance of $15,000 a year - for a workload which has been estimated on average at two days a week. In addition, councillors can claim travel expenses and dependent care costs and by agreement of the council, can have access to technology, training etc. The allowances are taxable income and may affect Centrelink benefits. The remuneration tribunal’s 2010 determination of allowances for 2010-2014 can be found here: http://www.remtribunal.sa.gov.au/ determinations/local-government-allowances Professor Dean Jaensch managed a survey of councillors in 2004 which included information on the time and effort involved in being a Councillor: 2004 Council Members Survey Report https://www.lga.sa.gov.au/webdata/resources/ files/2004_Council_Members_Survey_Report.pdf Chris McDonnell, Doonan.

More than enough YOUR 23 February issue quizzed the Noosa Council candidates with a number of questions one of which was quote “if you are elected will this be your full time job?” unquote.

Jess Glasgow’s answer was "yes, I’m prepared to give 120 per cent”, Patrick Lloyd’s was “I will commit 110 per cent to my duties if I am elected to the council; however I also run a local tourism business which I intend to continue” and Mark Rodriquez replied “absolutely full time plus”.

To the best of my knowledge if you commit wholly to something, 100 per cent is the maximum you can give.

These three answers are ridiculous.

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NOOSA SOFTBALL SATURDAY saw windy but good conditions when the little league kicked off first with Indi and Charlotte having good hits while Charli has continued to grow and improve and scored a new bat for her efforts.

In the 15s it was the Sloggers by 1 against Redsox in a

hard-fought game, Riki took a fly catch while Jasmine Murray had some good tag outs in the first innings.

The 13s saw Dodgers beat Slammers by 4 with Zander, Liam, Jasmine and Chloe all taking catches.

The seniors as usual was full of laughs and action as the afternoon continued.

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Noosa Men’s Shed who built some racking for the dug outs, and secondly for all the workers who attended the working bee on Sunday.

The Under 15s Rep team had a trip to Bundaberg on Sunday for a pre-tournament warm-up, they have now combined with Suncoast to ensure our player stocks for the State titles.

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Uncle Clyde’s big day at the bay IN a day of high emotion at Waimea Bay last week, as 40 to 50 foot waves pounded Oahu’s North Shore and the Eddie was called on, one moment stands out, indelible in my memory.

No, it wasn’t Kelly Slater sliding into a huge barrel to honour his recently dead mate Brock Little, nor was it young John John Florence dropping down an epic face in the closing seconds to take the event from Australian veteran Ross Clarke Jones.

It was the sight of a slightly-stooped 66-year-old man calmly paddling his big blue gun surfboard through the channel, over the monster sets almost closing out the bay, and waiting patiently in the line-up for his special wave. His wave for Eddie.

This was Clyde Aikau’s last hurrah as a competitor in the world’s most prestigious big wave surfing event, the Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, so named in honour of Clyde’s older brother Eddie, lost in heroic circumstances at sea back in 1978. The Eddie, as it is universally known, can only be held when the wave faces are judged to be more

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Since 1985, the Eddie has only been run nine times, and Clyde has been in all of them, winning the title in 1986.

A lot of water has washed through Waimea Bay in the 30 years since Clyde held the trophy and the $50,000 cheque aloft, but this sweet, gentle man is still up to the task, as he proved in those monster waves last week, where he gave a dozen years to the next oldest competitor, the merely middle-aged Tom Carroll.

I have to say Clyde Aikau appeared neither sweet nor gentle when I first met him on the North Shore in 1976, the year that the Australian surfers and the media covering them were under the threat of violence from enraged locals for most of the winter. As the clashed escalated and Rabbit Bartholomew took a nasty beating at the hands of a bunch of thugs at Sunset Beach, the brothers Aikau, being the most respected Hawaiian surfers, called a “peace” meeting at the Kuilima Hotel.

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We remained friends over the decades and I was delighted when he accepted my invitation to come to Noosa for the surf festival and lead the ho’okupu opening ceremony. Clyde and his family loved Noosa, and the feeling was reciprocated. He is a man who puts his heart and soul into everything he does, whether it’s riding a monster wave to honour the memory of his much-loved brother, or pushing a small child into that wonderful first wave.

When he took the massive drop at Waimea last week for the last time in competition, I had a tear in my eye.

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seemed to have a problem putting their s’s in the right place), he’s an Aussie but he comes here and he shows us respeck.” Clyde nodded sagely in agreement. MR’s chin started wobbling. Eddie continued: “You guys gotta show respeck too, ‘cos this is out of our hands now, dere’s bad guys involved and dere’s gonna be bad stuff happen.”

The fear and loathing continued but the Aikau lecture apparently had the desired effect and the violence began to taper off. A few short months later both Eddie and Clyde were invited to compete in the first Stubbies Pro at Burleigh Heads, and Gold Coast mayor Sir Bruce Small held a reception for the visiting surfers. I remember Gold Coast mate Paul Neilsen and I rolling out of there with the Aikaus, and with a good few on board, deciding to continue the party at the Southport Yacht Club.

While their sweat-stained Primo Beer singlets and flip flops raised a few eyebrows at the Yachtie, Clyde and Eddie soon owned the bar, talking story, telling jokes, singing the old Hawaiian songs in perfect harmony. It turned into a wonderful night.

That week was the last time I saw Eddie.

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SPORTTODAY

Restaurant racing driver goes a la car A LOCAL restaurateur is closing his menu and opening the throttle as he takes a break from hospitality to jump into the driver’s seat.

Owner of Miss Moneypenny’s Restaurant Ben Walsh leaves his restaurant in good hands as he heads off to compete in round one of the Aussie Racing Car Championship at this weekend’s Clipsal 500 held on the streets of Adelaide.

Mr Walsh, once a professional race car driver, is the only Australian to ever win the F.I.A international Asian Driver’s Championship and is returning to the sport in an attempt to win the Aussie Racing Championship.

“It’s great to be back competing this year, especially with the support of my sponsor, who have shown enough confidence in me to back me for the entire championship in my bid to win it,” Mr Walsh said.

Mr Walsh will be hitting the circuit in 2016 with a new race car.

His new Camaro body shell car was unveiled at Queensland Raceway for the team media launch last Friday.

The Aussie Racing Car Championship is held in conjunction with the V8 Supercars at selected rounds, beginning this weekend in Adelaide and finishing in November at Pukekohe, New Zealand.

From restaurant to race car, Ben Walsh is set to compete in round one of the Aussie Racing Car Championship.

Golf results

Result turned on its head In the

ditch Cooroy Community Bowls A REVERSAL of last week’s result in the Hinterland Local League occurred with the men playing at Mapleton winning only one game.

Kerry Knowles and Stuart Jeal were successful.

The ladies played Yandina at Yandina going down 2-0. That was the last round for the men.

Wednesday’s Jackpot game winners were Col Nalder, Russell Butler and Kerry Knowles.

That is the second consecutive week for Kerry. Given his winning form in his last three matches a swab will be taken.

Apotukis, Underwaters, Rag and BAS are the top four teams in Thursday night bowls after completing round four.

With plenty of rounds to go these teams cannot take it for granted that they will remain on top.

Some teams have good players returning and this makes for some changes in the ladder.

Next Sunday the first two rounds of the combined open (male and female) singles are on at 9am.

With the event open to any player, picking winners is going to be hard. The format is constructed so that a player has to be beaten twice before being eliminated.

First time bowlers Colleen and Kay enjoyed Friday twilight bowls so much they returned with

a friend the next week.

They have improved markedly, becoming quite accurate and consistent.

Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club Super-challenge: The Silver faced some tuff competition this weekend.

On Saturday the men lost 4/1 to Tweed Heads and the Ladies also lost.

On Sunday the Silver Men lost 4/1 to Tugun, however the Ladies did well and won on aggregate.

The club appreciates the effort of the Silver team for playing a double header and for travelling to the Gold Coast to compete.

The Bronze lost in both the Men’s and Ladies as the Ferny Grove team were too good and the wind made the afternoon interesting.

Tewantin – Noosa: Saturday Open Pairs was won by Steve Chandler and Ron Evans. The runners up were S Burrows and Judith Boakes. The jackpot was not recorded.

John Madill Toyota: Tuesday Ladies fours winners were Evelyn Coghlan, Heather Birt, Van Vignon and Judy Ingram.

The runners up were Peter Hogan, Mary Forbes, Malley Jane and Carolyn Pulham.

Laguna Retirement Resort Men’s Wednesdays Pairs were won by Peter Renwick and Cliff Hackett (+21) Triples winners were Sno Jocelyn, Paul Rieck and Jim McDonald (+27).

The Jackpot $105 was not won and carries over.

Men’s championship pairs saw Glen Whyte and Eric Bolesworth successful in their semi-final and

the results of the second semi Howard v Roney are still to come.

Ivory Palms Thursday Open Pairs were won by Steve Chandler and Jennie Smith.

The runners-up were Pauline Sweeney and Kerry Wilson. The Jackpot of $300 was not won and carries over.

Twilight Open Pairs winners were Simon Wood and Steve Bowie. The runners up were Mary Ross and Robyn McAnelly.

Noosa Landscape Supplies Friendly Friday Triples winners were visitor David Carrett, Fabio Cantori and visitor Graham Sheldon.

The runners-up were Ellen Elliott, Trish Allsop and Neal Elliott.

The Jackpot of $27 was not won and carries over.

Revolution Pairs are to be played on Monday 7 March at 10am.

Pomona Bowls Report Division president Veronis O’Connor held her at home event on Wednesday 17 February.

There was plenty of action on the green and the club extends a big thank you to all the Division Clubs for supporting the day.

Winners are grinners and the Pomona team of Jill Mita, Sheena Millar, Gail Alford and skip Jocelyn Rabjohns took out the prize.

Friday Twilight Bowls is continuing to attract plenty of keen bowlers.

Winners were Cheryl O’Connor and Rick Goulding with runners up Ann Carruthers and Charlie Dewhirst.

Saturday’s Hinterland League had mixed results.

Cooroy Community Bowls members Colleen and Kay loved bowls so much they returned with a friend to share the joy.

Pomona ladies played against Woombye winning both the pairs game (Veronis and Fay) and the Triples (Elizabeth, Gaye and Jocelyn).

While the triples had a convincing win the pairs was a nail biter coming right down to the last end when our ladies prevailed for a win +1. Three match points to Pomona Ladies – well done!

The Men’s team played against Yandina which was too strong for the lads who went down 75 to 92.

The only team win was the triples of Glenn Johnson, Walter Horn and Mel Hobbins who had a comfortable W+10.

Only one game point this week but still hopeful to play in the semi-finals round.

Men’s A Championships saw Glenn Johnson defeat Dan Atherton, Greg Hodder defeat Bob Andrews, Bill Alford defeat Jim O’Donnell and in a very closely contested game Walter Horn defeated Mel Hobbins.

In the semi-finals, Bill Alford plays Greg Hodder and Walter Horn plays Glen Patterson.

Rough seas wash anglers upstream

By JACK MANGROVE THE swell over past week’s fishing offshore can only be seen as challenging so this left most anglers focusing their efforts on the river.

Noosa is blessed with one of the best river systems in the country!

From the huge Everglade at the top of the river right the way down to the lower reaches there are a multitude of different styles of fishing to fulfil every anglers’ needs.

Starting up at the Everglades, good numbers of wild bass have been smashing small hardbodies right on the edges of the everglades and the Eco Gear SX40 and CX35s have been perfect for the job.

Quality Jacks are inhabiting the structure that lines the river edge

Tobias Crew's 30cm bream which was taken from the river. between the lakes and suspended hardbody lures, soft plastics and the new Samaki Thumper tails have been doing the job.

Another style of lure not often used but which can be very successful are the cicada style.

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These lures are designed to imitate a cicada as it falls from a tree or lands on the water surface.

A little further down river the lakes are home to some big momma flathead some touching the magic meter mark.

Brightly coloured soft plastics and hardbodies worked close to the bottom can see some outstanding results.

There are often jew up to about the 80cm mark in the deeper holes that occur upriver. These fish are also happy to take live baits or a well presented soft plastic.

Heading down river, mangrove jack have made a home around structures such as bridge pylons and under jetties where casting hard bodied and soft plastic can see good results.

Of course, live bait is also one of the top performers with small hearing and poddy mullet both

excellent baits. Down towards the river mouth and Woods Bays, trevally seem to be everywhere.

They have been enjoying prawns and small baitfish and tend to feed more prevalently around the high tide or the low light periods.

The bread and butter species of whiting and bream seem to be in good numbers with the river banks along Gympie Terrace being perfect for families.

Prawns, yabbies or worms will get the kids catching.

For those looking for a good feed of elbow slappers (larger whiting) the Frying Pan and the Dog Beach have been producing some nice fish.

Crabs have also been on a lot of anglers’ minds and if they set their pots in the deeper channels close to the mangroves they should see some quality crabs.

NOOSA GOLF CLUB COMPETITION TUESDAY 23 FEBRUARY There were 201 entrants in the Tuesday Club Single played on Tuesday 23 February.

Scratch rating (M): 71.0.

WINNERS A Grade: 1 Brett Le Moy 11, 42; 2 Chuck Dahl 8, 41; 3 Brett Clarke 3, 40.

B Grade: 1 Anthony Jedynak 15, 41; 2 Donald O’Donell 15, 40; 3 Dan Harmer 18, 39.

C Grade: 1 Frank Hull 22, 40; 2 Peter Turnbull 21, 38; 3 John Back 22, 37.

Place Getters: John Hughes 17, 38; Sean Lennon 12, 38; Greg Wilson 16, 38; Peter Wright 17, 38; Brian Roper 17, 37; Michael Evans 16, 37; John Naulty 16, 37; David mills 7, 37; Colin White 26, 37; Andrew Watson 9, 36; George Grant 20, 36; Paul McKenzie 9, 36.

NEAREST THE PIN A Grade: 5th Gary Wood; 7th Mark Macnish; 10th John Hillis; 12th David Mills.

B Grade: 5th Peter Wright; 7th Greg Wilson; 10th Donald O’Donnell; 12th Terry Farrell.

C Grade: 5th Bob Cox; 7th Bryce Smith; 10th Stephen Plant; 12th Neal Moloney.

Sweetstakes: 1 Brett Le Moy; 2 Anthony Jedynak; 3 Donald O’Donnell.

COMPETITION SATURDAY 27 FEBRUARY There were 242 entrants in the Men’s Single played on Saturday 27 February.

Scratch rating (M): 71.0.

WINNERS A Grade: 1 Dale Cody 11, 39; 2 Paul McKenzie 9, 38; 3 Brian Jackson 6, 38.

B Grade: 1 Peter Bolitho 17, 40; 2 Ken Morrow 15, 39; 3 Anthony Jedynak 14, 39.

C Grade: 1 Robert Upham 19, 39; 2 Jack Carver 23, 38; 3 Bryce Payton 19, 38.

Place Getters: Kevin Officer 18, 38; John Purdue 14, 38; Robert Mackenzie 18, 38; Christopher Rowlinson 26, 38; Laurie James 11, 37; Aaron Carter 14, 37; Bruce Osborne 10, 37; William Howard 26, 37; Graham K. Smith 11, 37; Robert Moore 16, 37; Cameron Matthews 9, 37; Andrew Broad 22, 36; Ronald Harris 25, 36; Scott Patrick 24, 36; David Draper 20, 36; Derek Pousette 15, 36; Ian Brooks 24, 36; David Anderson 6, 36; Graham Wall 22, 36.

Great score: Ron Mckenzie.

NEAREST THE PIN A Grade: 5th Alastair Kerrison; 7th Nicholas McLaren; 10th Rob Martin; 12th David Desilets.

Grade: 5th Joe Franz; 7th Rob Rossow; 10th Kevin Anschau; 12th Graham Hillan.

C Grade: 5th Doug Pinnington; 7th Scott Patrick; 10th Doug Pinnington; 12th Aldo Zuzza.

PRO’S APPROACH A Grade: Warren Brewer.

B Grade: Lyndon Bruggy.

C Grade: Brian Stephen.

Birdie Box: Stephen McCaul.

WOMEN’S GOLF RESULTS COMPETITION THURSDAY 25 FEBRUARY V PARR Trophy: A. Highland.

Winner: T. Cairns (+2).

Runner Up: L. Taylor (+1)c/b.

Rundown: W. O’Hare (+1); F. Wiggins (+1); B. Woolbank (=); W. Brown (=); J. Langford (=); M. Willett (-1); J. Rabjohns (-1); M. Lucas(-1); F. Bull (-1); E. Hunt (-1); D. Benghamy (-2).

Approaches: L. Taylor; L. Hall; S. Sendall.

Longest Putt: M. Gray.

Competition Saturday 27 February Two Person Ambrose Winners: W. O’Hare and M. Gray 64, 75.

Runners Up: L. Taylor and J. Galvin 65, 75.

Rundown: T. Cairns and K. Hall 66; K. Jenkinson and F. Bull 66.5; C. Sykes and H. Conlan 68.25.

Approaches: 10th L. Mitchell; 15th L. Mitchell.

NOOSA PAR 3 COMPETITION SATURDAY 27 FEBRUARY AMBROSE 1st: Kevin Williams and Phil Townsend, 47.75.

2nd: Ralph Garber and David Croucher, 48.

NEAREST THE PIN 2nd Gordon Lund; 3rd Gordon Lund; 8th Kim Poulsen; 12th Mary Hitchin; 16th Norm Barnes.

BALL RUN DOWN Michael Gooding and Keith Blackmore, 48.25; Mark and Sally Prosser, 49; Kim Poulsen and Nik Lesic, 49.25; Chris Perry and Cheyne Perry, 49.5; Darren Simmonds and Russell Miller, 49.5; Gordon Lund and Errol Grieve, 49.5; Rod Cameron and Duncan Chesney, 50; David Blanton and Garth Pienaar, 50.5; Neil Beasley and Norm Barnes, 51.25; Leon Turner and Ray Edgar, 51.5; Studley Martin and Leo Sorrenson, 51.5; Laurie Moore and Paula Jeffrey, 51.75.

Members Draw: John Gray.

Draw for Par: Rod Cameron (Unsuccessful).

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Winning streak: Zoe Longhurst , Lily Lethbridge, Mia Jeffries under-11 board Relay Silver.

sport today NOOSA’S BEST SPORTS COVERAGE

Stoked: Ben Lorensen, James Gelling, Fynn Thompson, Blake Maxwell under-11 Cameron Bronze.

High spirits: 50 get nod

By GEN FRASER NOOSA Nippers hit the beach for the Under 11-15 Branch titles at Mooloolaba Spit on the weekend, with perfect conditions on an otherwise rough day on east coast beaches.

The Spit delivered perfect 2-3 foot clean waves which were ideal for the Noosa competitors with 50 club members qualifying for State Championships.

Noosa’s Under 11 team did exceptionally well for their first attempt at branch with plenty of podium finishes and many state qualifiers. With nine events on the day, the youngest Noosa team members remained in

high spirits and showed determination beyond their years. The older age groups again showed the depth of talent of the club with Joe Gaulding winning Life Saver of the Year.

The Under 11 girls surpassed themselves with Gold for Mia Jeffries in the beach run and a silver for Lily Lethbridge. Zoe Longhurst joined Mia and Lily in qualifying for the Individual board with Zoe coming third, Mia fifth and Lily 12th.

This trio also won silver in the board relay. Alice Moore joined this group as the fourth member of the Cameron relay where Noosa qualified in sixth position. Mia and Zoe also took out silver in the board rescue.

Will Petersen came fourth in the sand for the Under 11 beach run and then joined teammate Eddie Walter to secure third in the board relay. Noosa came third in the Under 11 Cameron Relay, thanks to the combined effort of Ben Lorentson, Flynn Thompson, Blake Maxwell and James Gelling.

Belle Anderssen came third in the Under 12 Ironwoman and Amy Kibble came 12th, with both girls qualifying for State Championships.

Belle and Amy were joined by Fran Cogill in the Board relay where they all qualified for States after coming in fifth place.

The Under 12 Boys represented the club well with Jackson Smith

coming 7th in the 1 kilometre beach run and qualifying for State Championships. He will be joined there by his team mates in the Cameron Relay, Charlie Archer, Felix Drake and Lachlan Dudgeon who came fifth.

The Under 12 Noosa team also qualified for State in the board relay with Curtis Block, Jackson Smith and Jed Hamblin coming sixth.

Charles Archer came an admirable 11th in the U12 Ironman and will be joining his team mates at States.

Under 13 girls Mia Woodburn and Meg Weber came third and seventh in the 1km beach run while team mates Belle Anderssen and Maggie

Harmer came fifth in the board rescue.

Jayden Morrow won the U14 Ironman and paired with Ted Dixon to take silver in the board rescue.

Kai Thompson came second in his beach run for the Under 13 boys and joined Zale Outram in the board rescue for a silver.

Electra Outram, Emily Lethbridge and Riley Dixon secured the silver in the Board relay.

These spectacular results will see Noosa take a team of 50 to the State Championships in North Burleigh in March. We are proud to have such a strong team representing our community this season, and good luck to them all.

High seas and tides and keep lifeguards on their toes Between the

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WITH big seas pounding the Queensland coast, lifesavers and lifeguards have for the last week been very busy. At Sunshine Beach which is an open beach and therefore exposed to the elements, their bathing areas were closed for the entire weekend.

Regarding this club captain Scott Summers said, “Our beach was closed for the two days and the general public were fantastic. Those who came to the beach just looked and stayed on the waters edge. Usually there are those who still think they can venture out a bit but this time, no such problems. We would like to thank our visitors for their co-operation.”

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of tide the occasion arose where the beach was closed for a short time.

For our brothers in arms the lifeguards, last week was indeed full on. Senior Noosa Lifeguard Isaac Smith said, “The big surf really created some havoc. Friday, in particular, was heavy with two spinals and two dislocated shoulders and another swimmer having to be winched out of a National Park beach by helicopter with severe injuries to his lower legs.

Also after hours another problem arose and local Noosa clubbies came and assisted. Our thanks for their support. Earlier in the week, we had an additional three spinals, so it has been full on. A lot of our work was in National Park, so it depends on the situation whether we go in on the Jet Rescue Ski or the All-Terrain Vehicle.”

Members of the Noosa Seahorse Nippers, the club founded by Noosa’s Steve and Nikki Mawby to cater for children with special needs, are now using their experience and expertise to help with the establishment of a sister club at

Alexandra Headlands.

Last Friday evening the Mawbys met with their organisers and everything is very positive.

With starting age of U/14, there are already some 30 members registered for the club and with retired iron man legend Grant Kenny and Kirsty Ellis coming on board as club Patrons, the club is definitely off to a good start.

With the training induction night for the pilot program having being addressed, this Saturday at 9am the first session for this newly formed club should get underway. The beach program which will run through until 10am will have experienced Noosa leaders on the sand to lend a hand.

Their first program will be under the supervision of Donald McKill a highly experienced Noosa leader plus a support team of Lucia Neely, working on registration and the Lansdown family; a group that has been with the Noosa Seahorses since the beginning.

Take these clubbies, plus a lot of other vol-

unteers working as members of the support group, and all aspects of the morning's beach program will be well covered and properly supervised.

To ensure that all goes well, the Noosa team will provide Alex with all the gear needed to run the beach games. This will providing them with a good look at what they will be required to successfully run their beach activities in the days ahead.

It is really good to see the Noosa Club stepping in to help Alex. Several years ago things were in reverse. The Noosa Club was then in the process of reforming their march past team and the Alex Team, then one of the top in Australia, offered their help with coaching.

On arrival at Alex, for their first training session Noosa was delighted to find two legends of the Australian march past competition, Ron “Bopper” Tallon OAM and Noel Kelk on hand to coach and advice. After many seasons, still working together.

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