Noosa Today - 18th May 2017

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Research tells us the ability of humans to run long distances emerged about thousands of years ago to help meat-eating mammals to compete with other carnivores and escape predators. The need to compete for meat has long gone so why do people keep running?

When I spoke this week to the winner of the extraordinary Ultraman Australia event staged at Noosa it was his support team he focused on.

He didn’t mention the pain involved in running, cycling and swimming 23 hours weekly to prepare for the event.

He spoke about the sacrifices made by his wife and three-year-old child to support him and the many people who had helped him with advice, support and even catering so he could achieve his goal.

According to Ultraman director Tony Horton it was the team, the encouragement, the family values that the event was based on.

That someone can manage to run, swim and cycle 515km in three days astounds me. And while I am in awe of all of those competitors and feel guilt at exercising so little, I can understand the satisfaction of being a part of a team but the reason for that level of exercise still alludes me. ● Margie Maccoll Cover picture: Dave Gleeson, surfshots.com.au

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THE LAUGHS ARE ON HIM Congratulations to Clair Kickey of Noosa Heads for winning tickets to Seafood with an Asian twist.

This week, Noosa Today is offering our readers the chance to win tickets to a night of side-splitting laughter with Akmal Saleh at The J next month.

Thanks to The J, Noosa, we have two double passes to be won for Akmal’s funniest show ever in the history of comedy on Friday 16 June.

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NEWS In every park on every fine day you’ll see how much we love our pets. Take some time to show a little love on Sunday for the RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk, details are on page 7.

FOCUS ON EDUCATION For many, the choice to settle at Noosa is backed by having some of the best schools around. Catch up with what’s happening on the grounds in our special feature, pages 44-46.

LIFESTYLE Looking for your place in the sun? A property at Sunrise Beach listed in our Lifestyle lift-out by Richardson and Wrench may have everything you’re looking for.

SPORT Professional boxers pulled no punches in the region’s first organised pro fight night. Read all the bruising details in Ron Lane’s story, page 55.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… ULTRAMAN RICHARD THE GREAT After training 23 hours a week, getting the strategy right and enlisting a dedicated support team, it all came together for Noosa Heads Ultraman winner Richard Thompson.

The Sunshine Coast ironman coach and former lawyer not only claimed the title during his first Ultraman, he also smashed the world record.

“To have these three perfect days was amazing,” he said.

The gruelling 515km race finished on Monday 15 May with an 84km double marathon, the last event of a three-day competition which began Saturday with a 10km swim and 145km bike ride followed on Sunday by a 280km bike ride.

Despite having an injured knee, Richard blitzed the field of about 50 invitation-only competitors and vowed to “absolutely do it again”.

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Maricich, 39, came in seventh place and manager Andrew Hartnett, 44, finished in 15th, while the first woman to finish was Mary Knott, 40, who came 12th.

Race director Tony Horton said the race, now in its third year in Noosa, attracted athletes across the globe who sought to explore extreme physical and mental abilities.

The Ultraman event, which originated in Hawaii 34 years ago, focuses on the principles of Hawaiian culture - aloha (love), ohana (family) and kokua (help) and retains them.

Tony said the event aimed to immerse itself in the community and to keep numbers low to maintain a personal and family environment. Everyone competing had a reason for doing so, he said, and each story was shared during an award ceremony on 16 May. Margaret Maccoll

Ultraman Australia Noosa winner Richard Thompson (middle) with his support crew.

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Owning a car has brought Rachael Henson the independence she has been dreaming of for the past 20 years.

Making the Tewantin resident’s dream come true even more special was the role the community played in its realisation.

Rachael, 28, who has cerebral palsy, was eight-years-old when the idea of a car first surfaced.

Her carer Nikki Hill said it would have been about the time it started to become more difficult for her mum and dad to lift her in and out of the car. Rachael is wheelchair-bound.

She has an electric wheelchair which gives her an amount of independence but was reliant on taxis, buses or private cars which meant leaving her electric wheelchair behind.

Now she can drive her chair into her own Toyota Noah and be driven by her carer to any chosen destination.

“It’s already changing her life,” Nikki said.

“She’s so happy and so grateful to the community.

“She’s been out and about, visiting her grandma, her mum and dad, to the hinterland and going to different places she hasn’t been.”

Rachael has a list of destinations lined up including a trip to the Sunshine Plaza

A former councillor who is working with the Waterfront Restaurant that is seeking permission to serve alcohol and canapes on Noosa River foreshore land adjacent to the premises says the legislation is open to interpretation.

Russell Green of RG Strategic said other commercial enterprises such as festivals, markets and exercise classes were able to gain permission to operate on foreshore land.

He said the restaurant only wanted permits for specific dates.

“It’s not blanket use,” he said.

Noosa councillors voted for a permit cut off of 21 July for the restaurant to use the land.

The Noosa Wedding Organisation which represents 175 businesses is calling on Noosa Council to extend a licence for the Waterfront Restaurant to November to honour existing wedding contracts.

Noosa mayor Tony Wellington said in the case of the Noosaville foreshore, council was trustee

Rachael is over the moon about her lifechanging purchase. at Maroochydore and to see a musical in Brisbane.

“It’s been amazing,” Rachael said.

In April last year a fund-raising campaign involving many in the community began to get Rachael a car.

A gofundme page titled Freedom Wheels was set up, as was a Sunshine Butterflies personal fund-raising page.

The Tewantin-Noosa RSL gave her $5000 and assisted in helping her source the vehicle, Tewantin-Noosa Lions Club held a fund-raising night, Noosa Civic held a fundraiser and Noosa Today highlighted her campaign. ● Hollie Harris

of land that was owned by the State Government and subject to legislation under the State’s Land Act. “In these cases, there are additional restrictions on activities, and wedding receptions are thus generally unlawful,” he said.

“It is also important to note that council has no legal controls over alcohol consumption in public places, as this is a policing matter falling under state authority.”

Russell argues the restaurant does meet legal requirements to operate, and the detail was in the way people interpreted the words on a page.

He said he would also be putting in submissions to the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan which was open to public consultation until 26 May. To have your say on the plan visit https://yoursay.noosa.qld.gov. au/projects/noosa-river-foreshoremanagement-plan ● Margaret Maccoll

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W

ith such a desirable lifestyle here in Noosa, many of us have to think outside of the box to combine career and a Noosa address.

Sunshine Beach father of four, Gary Swanepoel knew he wanted to raise his children here but didn’t want to sacrifice his work life.

Originally from South Africa, Gary moved to Noosa about eight years ago from Brisbane, and with a young family, he began looking for a sustainable approach to work.

Noosa’s large population of quality creative artists and business minds, so many people working on their own from home, and so much vacant commercial space here in Noosa, led Gary toward a new project which would combine all of these elements together.

Working with Carly Reeves and John Hedgman to create a co-working space in Noosa Junction saw their new enterprise Junction2 open its doors two years ago.

“We need a sustainable economy here in Noosa and that’s what we’re working towards,” Gary said.

“We started as just a shared office space, but there is so many small businesses here we are now looking at evolving Junction2 into workshops and incubating these small businesses to grow,” he said.

The Junction2 loft at 24 Lanyana Way is full of light, brimming with the warming scent of fresh coffee beans (the industrial coffee machine turns Noosa Black coffee beans into warm cups of inspiration for members as often they need) and has a gentle hum of activity and energy as members share ideas.

Members come and go as they please, using their desk as a home away from home where ideas come to life and collaborations are born.

“Co-working, you learn so fast around a bunch of other people. Everyone ends up crossing paths and learning from each other,” Gary said.

“Our members are doing great things; they are all legends in their own area. To have access to that kind of network is why co-working is so successful.”

Junction2 is a purpose built co-working space for small and micro business, designed for collaboration and creative thinking. With a range of options from single day hot desking to long-term 24 hour access, it’s a great alternative to working from home.

All the facilities are included such as desks, dedicated high speed broadband, printing, meeting rooms and

Gary with co-owners of Junction2 Carly Reeves and John Hedgman.

kitchen; it’s a real-feel workspace with a casual vibe where like-minded folk can be brilliant.

Gary is a front-end web developer by trade and has over 10 years’ experience in the development field.

With a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Technology from QUT, his extensive business skills to support his programming abilities as a marketing and business developer in a variety of industries, have enabled him to succeed in three co-working start-ups.

“I’m a busy guy. Outside of work I’m also involved with a range of other personal projects to assist the support of building creative industries in Noosa and the Sunshine Coast,” Gary said.

On the board of Sunshine Coast Creative Alliance, Zero Emissions, the Noosa Council Business Advisory Board and Innovate Noosa, Gary keeps his finger on the pulse.

“How do we get Noosa on board with creative industries? When we de-amalgamated, it was a big job to keep Noosa surviving.

“We’ve finally proven that we have a successful individual council and it’s time to show what we can do.

“This is about a balance with lifestyle and work life and I shouldn’t have to sacrifice my work life to live the lifestyle I want and I think we can achieve that by stimulating small business here in Noosa.”

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Gary is one of those people whose mind is constantly ticking over new ideas. His passion for creating a place for business here in Noosa is palpable.

“I want to create a thriving little hub in Noosa.

There are a lot of great ideas here. We have an aging population and most young people are finishing school and moving off. If we don’t diversify the industry here, we will be in trouble.

As a busy father of four young children under six, Gary works hard to maintain this great Noosa lifestyle while balancing a busy working life.

“My wife is the real hero out of all of this. Libby works as a lecturer at the University and she manages to do most of the work with our children as well as her job, she’s amazing.”

“I have the children to myself one day a week and we call on their grandparents too, but it can be quite a juggle.

“My primary work is web development and I run my own business, Pixel Pixel. Co-working started out with us trying to get some office space for ourselves and it just worked so well.

“I WANT TO CREATE A THRIVING LITTLE HUB IN NOOSA. THERE ARE A LOT OF GREAT IDEAS HERE…” With so many creative minds in Noosa, Gary and his partners want to take co-working to a whole new level. They are working toward branching into workshops and incubating new business to help stimulate our regions business sector.

“This is the first step in what Noosa is leaning towards. For business to survive here in Noosa, we need more sustainable businesses here.

“The next generation are going to be creating the job titles. At the moment, we have a massive exodus out of high school where these talented kids are leaving the area. We want to get a program in place to encourage kids coming out of school to think of Noosa as a potential hub of business.

“I am passionate about creating industry and diversifying Noosa economy. There is no reason why Noosa can’t be a centre for innovation. We live in a biosphere. We don’t want this place to be a Maroochydore or Gold Coast but we do want to create sustainable business,” he said. ●

Gary juggles a busy family life with four children under six years old. “My wife does most of it, she’s amazing.”

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CHAPEL OF LOVE PLEA When Tori and Alexi Cella travelled from Sydney along with 120 guests to marry at Noosa Heads, they didn’t have a solid wet weather back-up just a car boot full of umbrellas.

Fortunately, it was a perfect Noosa sunny day and like many others the couple held an outdoor ceremony with the ocean as a backdrop and reception at a riverside restaurant just a ferry ride away.

Had a riverfront chapel been available as a wet weather alternative, it would have been a consideration, Tori said.

“It’s a good concept. It would come down to the cost as weddings can be quite expensive and if you had a guaranteed time slot,” she said.

The Noosa Wedding Organisation is urging residents to support their appeal for a wedding chapel to provide a wet weather venue and boost the industry which last year attracted about 630 weddings, more than 44,000 guests and delivered about $33m to Noosa’s economy annually.

Organisation spokeswoman Patricia Quinn said an attractive wedding chapel at Chaplin Park or the Botanic Gardens would make the Noosa wedding industry more competitive with regions such as Maleny, Port Douglas and Byron Bay. Russell Green of RG Strategic and a former councillor said weddings not only brought in a lot of money, they also supported the brand of Noosa.

“People who come for weddings are always in a good frame of mind. They come for the wedding, but take in the natural beauty, good services, great food and wine. A lot are observing Noosa for the first time and they come back. That’s why our tourism is so strong,” he said.

Tori and Alexi Cella at their Noosa Heads wedding.

Noosa mayor Tony Wellington said suggestions had been made for a chapel to be built at Chaplin Park, and this would be considered as part of the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan.

“It is certainly true that many people wishing to be married in Noosa choose our shire because of our scenic amenity,” he said.

“It would not be a simple matter for a wedding ceremony to suddenly switch to a chapel in the event of inclement weather. After all, any chapel could well be booked for another ceremony. If both outdoor venue and wedding chapel were to be booked simultaneously by a wedding party, then one or other would inevitably be unused. Given the number of weddings occurring in the shire at one time, particularly on weekends, this would not be an advantageous outcome.”

Have your say on the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan by 26 May at https://yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au/projects/ noosa-river-foreshore-management-plan ● - Margaret Maccoll

The number of couple families without children exceeds families with dependant children in Noosa, which puts the region ahead of the Australia-wide trend according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

The ABS predicts couple families without children across Australia will exceed families with children between 2023 and 2029.

Noosa Today looked at the nature of families according to ABS figures to mark National Families Week (15-21 May) and International Day of Families (15 May).

Data shows the vast majority of Noosa families, about 78 per cent, were couple families. About 30 per cent of couple families had dependant children, about 48 per cent had no children and about 10 per cent were one-parent families.

ABS figures also show 60 per cent of the population are Australian citizens, 40 per cent are not Australian citizens and about 20 per cent volunteer for an organisation. About three quarters of families told the Census they have Internet access and almost 85 per cent speak only English at home. ●

ROSIE BATTY HONORARY DOCTORATE The University of the Sunshine Coast awarded an Honorary Doctorate to family violence awareness campaigner and 2015 Australian of the Year Rosie Batty at a special celebration at the Gympie Civic Centre on Friday 5 May. USC Vice-Chancellor Professor Greg Hill said the Honorary Doctorate would recognise Ms Batty’s inspirational work in shaping the way Australia views family violence and the policies of governments to address it.

“Rosie Batty is a wonderful and sincere communicator who has been able to place domestic violence on the national conscience,” he said. “Through sharing her personal tragedy, she’s empowered countless individuals and communities to share their stories and talk about creating a better society.” ●

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NEWS SURVIVORS AND CARERS CELEBRATE

HIGHWAY WIDENING TO BRISBANE Commuters to Brisbane will be interested to hear the Budget includes funding of $530 million to increase the Bruce Highway to six lanes from Caboolture to Caloundra dependent on a State Government commitment of $132.5 million.

Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien said $530 million had been committed for works on the Bruce Highway from Pine Rivers to Caloundra, which was in addition to $929.3 million previously committed for the Caloundra Road to Sunshine Motorway upgrade.

“It will also be a huge win for Coast residents who travel to Brisbane for work. Reducing congestion will mean a faster commute, leaving more time for workers to enjoy our fantastic Sunshine Coast lifestyle with their families,” Mr O’Brien said. ●

RSPCA Noosa manager Nic Cleary with Ice.

GIVE THE DOG A HOME Noosa is such a popular destination that even the dogs are scampering to be here. RSPCA manager Nic Cleary said the Noosa shelter had taken in animals from across Queensland to help out other shelters.

“We’ve got over 2000 animals across the state at the moment. We have dogs at Noosa from Townsville, Kingaroy and Wacol,” she said. And the closure of the Cairns shelter for refurbishment meant others were lending a hand until it reopens.

“It gives you a good feeling being able to help our organisation across the state, not just Noosa.

It’s good to see the bigger picture. A lot of the dogs we have are large, bull Arab breeds. We’re crying out for people with properties who would

like to have them.”

Noosa is an area of animal lovers. During a sale weekend four weeks ago, almost 30 animals were rehomed in the area and not many are surrendered “through the front door“.

On Sunday, Noosa RSPCA will hold its biggest fund-raiser, the Million Paws Walk on Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.

Last year the Noosa event raised about $8000 and this year’s event promises to be plenty of fun.

Melanie Breasts will be MC, there will be fancy dress, ring events, exhibitors, stalls and prizes to win.

Registration is from 8.30am, and the walk begins at 9.30am. Just turn up or register online at www.millionpawswalk.com.au ● Margaret Maccoll

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Cancer Council Queensland is inviting cancer survivors and carers to take part in Relay For Life from 20-21 May at University of the Sunshine Coast.

Relay For Life is an 18-hour event involving teams of up to 15 people keeping a baton moving in a relay style walk or run overnight.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan said the opening lap which was all about celebrating with our survivors and recognising the contribution of carers would officially open the event on Saturday 20 May at 2pm.

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NEWS BUDGET PROVIDES ROADS FUNDING Roads and schools will benefit under the Federal Government Budget announced last week.

Sections of the Bruce Highway, a $1,107,221 allocation to Noosa Council roads and $2m to upgrade the Cooloola-Noosa coastal link road are included in infrastructure funding.

Under the funding, council will receive $1,028,139 for Eenie Creek Road and $250,000 for Reef Street, Noosaville.

Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien said funding of $36.28 million had been allocated for the Bruce Highway’s Cooroy to Curra Section C project, and $7.8 million to complete the Cooroy to Curra Section D planning and design study.

“I am continuing to highlight the need for the Section D Cooroy to Curra project with the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Darren Chester,” he said.

“The government simply cannot ignore the need for the Section D project when we already have 25,000 vehicles on the Bruce through Gympie every day, increasing by 3 per cent per year, and 3.5 per cent per year for heavy vehicles.”

Mr O’Brien said an extra $22 million had been allocated for Wide Bay schools. Under the budget, the government will abolish 457 visas, introduce a drug trial for new welfare recipients and “strengthen Medicare”. ●

CARRUTHERS CONTRACTING SET FOR TENDER Noosa Council look set to vote this week to appoint a $1.6 million tender for the Kinmond Creek Road - Sandy Creek and Eastern Branch Creek culverts and road capital reconstruction project to Carruthers Contracting.

Carruthers Contracting’s submission was one of 14 received by council for the project.

A council report showed the existing culverts beneath Kinond Creek Road, crossing Sandy and Eastern Branch creeks had deteriorated and were currently load limited to prevent the potential collapse of the road surface.

The project involves the replacement of failing drainage structures with a series of precast reinforced box culverts, scour protection, concrete floodway works and reconstruction of 690m of paving. The pavement will be constructed with material from council’s Ringtail Creek Quarry. ●

LIBRARY CAR PARK LITTERED The Noosa Library car park was left full of litter last weekend. There were cans and food containers left all over the car park with a pile up outside these camper vans and no-one to be seen.

Funding futures The Rotary Club of Cooroy was presented with a Bronze Award to recognise donations of more than $2500 to the Rotary and Sunshine Coast University Community Fund at a dinner held on Wednesday 10 May.

MAYOR BY DAY, ARTIST BY NIGHT When he’s not performing his official duties as Noosa mayor, Tony Wellington can be found expressing himself through art.

Prior to entering local government, the mayor was a successful photographer, author, filmmaker and professional artist who exhibited and sold works around the country.

Now residents can see the product of his creativity via a new exhibition set to open on 27 May at Pomona Railway Station Gallery.

The exhibition titled ’Stolen Moments’ refers to Tony’s difficulty in finding time to keep up his art practice.

“I have snatched the odd moment to do a bit of painting over the past couple of years, mostly on weekends,“ Tony said. “This exhibition is the culmination of my work over the past few years.

Of course, painting is no longer my top priority, but The Community Fund aims to advance tertiary education opportunities through a partnership between the combined Rotary Clubs of the Sunshine Coast and the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).

In total $155,000 has been distributed by Rotary to 51 PhD students.

Rotary Club of Cooroy president Andrew Aves said the initiative was established in 1996 at the same time as founding Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Thomas was promoting his strong vision that the university should be an integral part of the community.

Three scholarships are awarded annually to postgraduate students, one from each faculty, and a third nominated by the university’s deputy vice-chancellor.

This year’s recipients are Luke Hawley from the Faculty of Arts, Business and Law for his research into closing the gap between the communication skills of students in different learning environments; Kye McDonald from the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and

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“My work is very hard-edged and detailed. That’s the perfectionist side of my nature. But it’s also quite quirky and witty.

“This exhibition sort of fell into my lap. The Pomona Gallery had a sudden gap in their schedule, and they asked me if I’d like to exhibit my photographs. I said, no thanks, but how about an exhibition of the dozen paintings I’ve managed to finish over the past five years?” ’Stolen Moments’ officially opens in the Carriage Exhibition Room of the Pomona Gallery on Saturday 27 May at 3pm. Juanita Bloomfield will be the guest speaker.

The exhibition runs until 21 June. Visit www. pomonartgallery.com ● Margaret Maccoll

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The budgies play a very important role in Sunshine Butterflies animal therapy program as members can watch, listen and communicate with the chirpy budgies that will be safe and comfortable in their new aviary.

Sunshine Butterflies founder Leanne Walsh said for members who were non-verbal, a budgerigar could be a great sensory experience.

“Members can listen to the chirping of the social birds and interact using sounds and motions when words are not an option,” she said.

“Studies have shown that budgies have been proven to help those with mental or physical disorders to work with and overcome their conditions. The joyful bird really does bring so much happiness to our members living with a disability.”

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INNOVATION MASTER CLASS TO HELP BOOST GROWTH AND PROFIT Council is calling for expressions of interest from businesspeople keen to take part in a new Master Class from businessman and innovation expert Colin Graham of Causeway Innovation.

Council’s Senior Economic Development Advisor Carolyn Bullen says participants will learn how to identify and develop new business opportunities in an innovative way.

Colin Graham has advised more than 50 of the world’s leading companies including PwC and Marriott Hotels. He was the founding CEO of the Innovation Centre at University of the Sunshine Coast and International Product Manager for Dulux in London.

STOP PLASTIC BAGS BOOMERANG Boomerang Bags Noosa (BBN) will use its hardearned knowledge to assist others when Sunshine Coast BB groups converge on Saturday 20 May from 1-5pm at the Mudjimba Community Hall.

BBN project manager Desire Gralton said the success of the initiative could be directly attributed to a grassroots movement of people who had recognised the huge environmental impact of single use plastic bags and wanted to put a stop to it.

“Since its inception in October 2015, BBN has produced close to 3000 bags, preventing the use of thousands of plastic bags while recycling fabrics that would have otherwise ended up in landfill,” she said.

“It has been a strict learning curve for our group to fit the model into the needs of the Noosa community, particularly dealing with a largely transient community as tourists come and go.

We learnt early on that the initial Borrow and Bring Back concept did not work here - the bags make great souvenirs and tourists wouldn’t be repeat customers to a particular store.

“We were excited by the prospect of providing bags at the new IGA in Peregian, but when 750 bags walked out the door in less than month, we realised that as a small, volunteer-based community, we just couldn’t keep up with the demand of bigger stores. The Borrow and Bring “Businesses embracing innovation are 46 per cent more likely to report increased profitability than non-innovating businesses. So innovation can help businesses to grow and increase returns,” he said.

Noosa Council CEO Brett de Chastel said the class was designed to support existing and start-up

Boomerang bags Back concept has slightly changed to Borrow and Reuse.”

Desire believes the key to Boomerang Bags success is to stay small and to focus on shops that are already trying to do the right thing.

More than 250 BB communities connect via Facebook, and the Sunshine Coast hosts BB communities in Noosa, Pomona, Yandina, Caloundra, Glass House Mountains and Beerwah.

To register for the event, email info@ boomerangbags.org or call 0410 552 025. ● Margaret Maccoll businesses and had worked well in other regions.

The program of four half-day workshops held fortnightly plus practical assignments, starts 28 June.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT …

CHAIN REHEARSAL Member for Noosa Glen Elmes and Noosa Councillor Joe Jurisevic- not Greens spokesman Joe Shlegeris as previously reported- tested their chains last week in a rehearsal for their fundraising mission this week to support Tewantin State School chaplain Lynda Oakley.

The politicians will be placed in chains today from 12.30pm in Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin, and their release will be determined by the funds they can raise on the phone from business contacts.

The Chappy Week activity aims to increase the available working time for Lynda who works three days a week at the school to support children and families. Government funding of less than two days a week falls short of what is required.

Tewantin Chaplaincy Task Group chairman Russell McGuire said amounts raised would be tallied throughout the event and the task group would also run a street stall in Poinciana Avenue on 17 and 18 May to raise money. ●

The rainbow flag will be flying at Noosa Council this week.

FLYING THE RAINBOW FLAG FOR DIVERSITY The rainbow flag, a symbol of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) pride, was raised at Noosa Council Chambers on 17 May for the second year, to mark the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT).

In addition, a number of councillors are working towards putting forward a motion for the council to formally acknowledge its support for same sex marriage on its website, a source told Noosa Today.

If passed, Noosa Council will join about 40 others across the country to show their support for same-sex marriage. ●

Member for Noosa Glen Elms, chaplain Lynda Oakley and Noosa Councillor Joe Jurisevic in chains.

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The show followed Canadian couple Linda and Ian Suter to Noosa hunting down their dream Aussie home. The conflicting issue with this ’House Hunt’ is that Linda wants to renovate and utilise her design background and hubby Ian wants a finished home with a pool.

Local agents were showing the couple properties around Sunshine Beach on Tuesday and the conflict was on. Who will win out in the end? Husband or wife... The program will air in around six months overseas and on 9 Life here in Australia. ●

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HEAVY LIFTING ON SOLAR FARM IS DONE The last of 57,960 panels was installed on Friday 12 May at the Sunshine Coast Solar Farm, signalling the end of the construction process.

Work will continue on wiring the network of panels to the Energex switch-yard before commissioning to be on track to being operational mid-2017.

"During peak construction there were 60 to 100 workers at the Valdora site daily, with crews taking on average 30 minutes to build a panel table, crane it into position and secure it in place," Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson said.

“When complete, this council will be the first local government authority in Australia to offset 100 per cent of its electricity consumption across all its facilities and operations,” he said.

Divisional councillor, Steve Robinson, said the solar farm would not only completely offset usage for Council - which has an annual electricity bill of about $9.7 million, over 30 years it would provide $22 million in savings.

After commissioning, council plans to plant more than 36,000 trees to create a 10-metre green buffer around the solar farm. ●

GOOD VIBRATIONS FROM GOOD SHEPHERD The J at Noosa was the home of rock‘n’roll for three days last week as Good Shepherd Lutheran College’s production of the Rock of Ages put on four performances of the hit musical in front of sell-out crowds and to rave reviews.

With a cast of more than 50, the production also featured dancers, a choir and a live band - with all the talented performers being Good Shepherd students.

According to Mr Dyer, Principal at Good Shepherd Lutheran College, the Good Shepherd Facebook page was inundated with words of support, praise and acknowledgement for everyone involved.

“It was wonderful to read the feedback on our Facebook page from audience members from both within our College community and the general Noosa community,” Mr Dyer said.

“Students from Year 8 to Year 12 and teachers had been working on perfecting the production since November last year, and the time and effort was evident with the polished performances and amazing costumes and sets.

“Musicals like this remind us of the amazing things our talented young people can do when supported by staff, family and peers,” Mr Dyer said.

Featuring more than 27 hit songs from the ’80s, much of the audience, Mr Dyer said, were singing and clapping along to the well-known tunes, and the tongue-in-cheek humour had everyone laughing both young and “older”.

“It was definitely like being transported back in time for a couple of hours, and even I have to admit I knew all the songs,” Mr Dyer said.

“It was delightful to see it all come together, every year the standard of the annual College musical production reaches greater heights and this year it was no different.” ● 14 NOOSA TODAY

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GYMNAST KYLE HEADS TO NATIONAL TITLES Noosa-based gymnast Kyle McCartney will be the first Cooroy Gymnast to represent Queensland at the Australian Gymnastics Championships next week.

Kyle will compete as part of the Queensland level 10 team on all six apparatus.

He qualified for the championships at the recent Queensland Gymnastics Championship where he finished second on vault, third on rings, third on parallel bars and sixth all round.

Since the state titles, he has been working with his coach, Rico Ramerez, working at refining his skill and routines.

Kyle is a Year 12 student at Sunshine Coast Grammar and manages to fit in school with training five days a week at the Cooroy Gymnastics Club.

“Kyle has been training hard and will do well. We may see Kyle and the Cooroy Club awarded it’s first Australian Championship Medal,“ Rico said.

The Australian Gymnastics Championships will be held at Melbourne’s Hisense Arena from 26 May to 4 June, and anyone who wants to watch the action can live stream the event online. ●

IN THEIR ELEMENT AT DANCE COMPETITION Ellie Graham and her dance group, Element, placed 14th from a line-up of 38 teams competing at the Dance Worlds Competition in Orlando, Florida.

The Year 11 Noosa District State High School student made the grade for the finals which her mother Jenny said was “quite an achievement”, especially as they were the smallest team in the competition against groups of 10-15 dancers.

“This meant adjusting and fine tuning routines and movements in response to the judges’ feedback to try and improve their position in the finals," she said.

“The final competition held on 1 May was very stiff, but Element was competitive, with the girls putting on an

Noosa-based gymnast Kyle McCartney, left, pictured with coach Rico Ramerez, who has been helping the gymnast refine his skill and routines ahead of the Australian Gymnastics Championships next week. excellent performance that impressed the crowd.”

The judges described the team's choreography as “extremely stylish” and “jam-packed with greatness.”

Element stayed at the All Stars Sports Resort at Walt Disney World (where the competition was held), and the entire resort was filled with competitors and their supporters.

“It was buzzing with energy as dance and cheer teams from all around the world rehearsed and practiced in the open space outside the rooms, at all hours of the day and night. Music was blaring and athletes were stretching, dancing, being flung into the air and performing complex routines," Jenny said.

Teams from Ukraine and Sweden practiced next to those from China, Chile and Argentina. ● noosatoday.com.au

THE LOWDOWN THREE … interesting facts about local wildlife

1

After a summer of feeding on krill in Antarctic waters, the whales will be passing by our beaches from June to August heading northward to subtropical waters where they mate and give birth. Young males typically lead the migration while pregnant cows and cowcalf pairs bring up the rear.

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Large flocks of short-tailed shearwater birds will pass by as they move from North Pacific breeding grounds to southern waters. Exhaustion, sickness or bad weather will cause some birds to wash up on our beaches. The number of birds that fail to make the trip is considered to be low in comparison to the numbers making the migration.

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Koalas eat between 200 to 500 grams of eucalyptus leaves each day. Occasionally they will eat the leaves from some other native Australian trees and use other trees for resting. Koalas, chimpanzees, orangutans and humans are the only animals to have individual fingerprints.

FACES OF … Noosa

WHAT DOES CHEANENE FILER FROM ZEE WETSUITS LIKE TO DO ON COLD WINTER DAYS?

WHAT IS ELYSSA NELSON OF HOLSTER’S IDEA OF A GREAT NIGHT OUT?

I like to rug up and walk along the beach or walk Mount Coolum. ●

Going to see live music - preferably in Melbourne! I recently saw Dope Lemon at 170 Russell after the catching The Rubens Corona Sessions where they played on the Polly Woodside at the Boatbuilders Yard followed by a meal of margaritas and tacos at the rooftop restaurant Mesa Verde (you should see the view from the bathroom check it on my instagram @elyssia_lc). That night will be very hard to top! ●

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WHERE IS GRANT UPTON OF NOOSA VILLAGE MOTORS’ FAVOURITE PLACE TO DRIVE ON A DAY OFF? We have so many great roads around here.

When the weather is not great we’ll often go for a drive up the mountains. When the weather is great nothing beats the drive up north shore to take the kids for a swim. ●

JEANETTE DAL SANTO

Jeanette Dal Santo is the founder of Women Initiating New Directions Organization. WINDO is a not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is to honour, celebrate and advance women’s talents, innovations and endeavours across all facets of life.

We ask Jeanette, what are you ...

Passionate about?

Theatre. Arts. Education. Culture. Women and their concerns, passions, talents, endeavours in the community and globally.

Reading?

Nothing this week. But my reading usually embraces philosophy and biographies, academic papers and reports on the health of the community and community engagement.

Angry about?

The lack of sustainable housing and affordable rentals for members of our community. The lack of support for men in our community who are struggling after divorce or separation.

The family allowance scheme that calculates child support on the gross salary and not on net received. The slow decline of democracy in our world. The inability for ordinary men and women to really question our political leaders and make them accountable. The treatment and genocide of Indigenous peoples

by Indonesia in Papua New Guinea.

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Tonight I’m dressed in cosy trackies.

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I will be visiting my son and grandson on the Gold Coast.

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CONDUCTOR KING AT WORK

Noosa Chorale’s “Mr Music” Adrian King is celebrating his 10th anniversary year as the choir’s conductor and music director and those who know him say he is a man of spectacular musical reach with so much energy he seems to run rather than walk.

Since he took over from Leonard Spira in 2007 he has led the choir in more than 30 major concerts and performances - from timeless classical works to Grand Opera, light opera, trad jazz and, along the way, Aussie songs on Anzac Day and carols in Hastings Street.

Musicians who work with him say he has also brought a new vibrancy to music in Noosa.

One of them is Janet Brewer, a regular performer on the Coast with Pacific Chambers Players’ and also Noosa Chorale accompanist.

She says Adrian’s impressive work with the Chorale, the Sunshine Coast Choral Society and the Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra has introduced new audiences to music like the Mozart, Haydn and Schubert Viennese Masters concerts the Chorale is giving this month at The J. Music has always been in Adrian’s

life. He received his musical training at the Guildhall School of Music in London, specialising in singing, conducting, piano and French horn and is a licentiate of the Trinity College of Music.

A highlight of his career was conducting a combined schools’ choir and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall.

He came to Australia with wife Helen in 2006 to be with family and, as he told Noosa Today: “Since then I have been constantly impressed by the diversity and quality of the musical groups on the Coast -- orchestras, small instrumental ensembles, ladies vocal groups, male voice choirs, barber shop, youth choirs, youth orchestras, choral groups and choirs specialising in the classical and not so classical genre.

“I have been fortunate in the last nine years to be involved musically with some extremely talented musicians and very fine singers. The quality of music on the Coast is outstanding.”

Noosa Chorale will perform Viennese Masters of the Classical Era at The J Noosa on Friday 26 May at 7pm, Saturday 27 May at 2pm. Tickets $39 (concession $35, groups 10 plus).

Book online www.thej.com.au or 5429 6560. ● Conductor Adrian King

CREATIVE ART FROM SCRAP

BY MARGARET MACCOLL Artists like Christopher Trotter whose iconic kangaroos rest on George Street in Brisbane’s CBD, have made careers from repurposing objects into spectacular works of art and now Noosa Regional Gallery is calling on local artists to try their hand.

Inspired by council’s Toward Zero Waste campaign, ArtCycle 2017 challenges entrants to repurpose rubbish or old unwanted items into art as part of this year’s Floating Land festival.

Winners of the competition have the chance to win $2000 first prize, $1500 for second and $500 for third with the people’s vote deciding the winners.

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toward the cost of any materials they bought from the Tip Top Shop and up to $50 toward any materials bought from garage sales or op-shops,” Gallery coordinator Nicole Maggs said.

“Similar competitions elsewhere have produced some simply stunning sculptures, so we’re excited to see what weird and wonderful works of art Noosa residents can create,” Ms Maggs said.

People can view the short-listed pieces and cast their vote between 9 September and 15 October at Noosa Regional Gallery.

Original works of art, sculpture, assemblage and jewellery or functional accessories are eligible to be entered.

They must be made from reused or recycled materials. Entries close on 10 July 2017.

For more information, visit yoursay. noosa.qld.gov.au/floating-land-2017 ●

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Lyn Braiden, Relics (detail), cardboard, recycled materials, paint.

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DIVORCED FROM DREAMS Many readers will have stopped from time to time to admire the regular wedding ceremonies at the many beautiful outdoor venues in Noosa.

They may not realise what major economic contribution the wedding industry makes to the local economy.

There are hundreds of local businesses employing local people providing professional services either directly or indirectly to couples getting married in and around Noosa.

The Noosa Wedding Organisation represents 175 of these businesses that all have one common aim - to ensure Noosa lives up to its reputation as a world-class wedding destination.

Their work helps attract thousands of wedding-related tourists each year who, in turn, spend tens of millions of dollars in local shops, hotels, restaurants and accommodation.

That is why the NWO is disappointed by council’s decision to block a further license extension to The Waterfront Restaurant allowing them to provide canapés and alcohol on the lawn adjacent to the restaurant to wedding parties.

The Waterfront has asked the council to grant them an extension until November in order to honour existing contracts with couples for wedding receptions.

Many of these couples will have booked the venue as long as a year ago and understandably will be extremely upset that the use of the lawn will now be denied to them.

The NWO calls on council to reconsider its decision and allow this restaurant to honour its commitment to the many brides and grooms who will be devastated by its negative impact on their dream day.

NWO, Noosa Wedding Organisation, Patricia Quinn.

I have also called for a thorough safety review of the intersection at the new Gunalda service station.

I stand shoulder to shoulder with local media, the community, and road safety advocates to keep pressure on Federal and State Governments, LNP and Labor, to achieve these projects that are so important for our region, our state and our nation, and will protect lives on the highway.

Llew O’Brien, Member for Wide Bay.

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nificance of the Cooroy to Curra Section D project, as well as the need to upgrade the highway through Wide Bay, in my first speech to the Parliament and I am continuing to press the need for projects to improve the safety and capacity of the highway with Transport Minister Darren Chester.

The number of vehicles on the highway through Gympie has already reached 25,000 per day and is forecast to grow at 3 per cent and 3.5 per cent for heavy vehicles.

We need work to start on the Section D project to prevent accidents and stop Gympie from becoming choked by traffic in the years ahead.

While increasing capacity on the Sunshine Coast section is welcome and will benefit people travelling between Wide Bay and Brisbane, saving lives on the highway is paramount.

A $18.3 million package of road safety works near Tiaro, as well as $11.2 million to fix the intersection of the Bruce Highway and Wide Bay Highway at Bells Bridge, have already been announced - but further upgrades are needed on the highway between Gympie and Maryborough.

Our Noosa Council has to be about the most responsive in the country, if not the world.

Following an emailed plea for a little more TLC for the Bushland Memorial section of the Tewantin Cemetery, we were delighted to see council crews mulching the area and upgrading pathways, etc.

We are so lucky to live in Noosa.

Susie Osmaston, Tewantin.

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Re the “crazy, bizarre, unbelievable” comments of other beach goers having to wade through discoloured water with potential hazards at Beach Access 42 (Stairway to Water, Noosa Today, 11 May), I totally agree.

Besides the risks to residents and visitors, the existing situation is allowing further dune erosion and vegetation loss downstream from the expensive stairway after heavy rainfall events.

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I’d like to thank the staff of a local trade supplier for their great hands-on service. I arrived with a problem but no receipt. Rose just got on with her job, absolute service.

Thank You. This is in comparison of the day prior where I drove all the way to an ATM to cash deposit into my credit card. No envelopes, this occurs often that’s if it’s not out of order.

Thank god they no longer charge ‘late fees’.

So, inside I stood queued for 25 minutes along with a senior woman who clearly was having trouble standing so long. I was now 20 minutes late for work.

Will this bank pay for my time?

While clearly no-one has the right to go off at the staff, the fact remains these organisations hire the teller as front line defence.

They’re the only faces I can look into and tell them how it is on this side of the firing line. I’ve got a life and it doesn’t exist in queues, hanging on line or hearing the excuse “we’re always busy this time of the morning”.

If this is so, then my advice is to pull back financing all the ra-ra shop design and drop the advertising. Put our funds into better actual service.

It’s obviously not working in this bank’s favour.

As a community, we to need to support those who deliver on complaints and reject those who have no idea.

Jen Oakley, Noosa.

this during the past year, and in response to a recent request for submissions for a Coastal Hazard Adaption Plan, I submitted the following by email: Regarding potential hazards relating to climate change, the expected increased frequency of severe weather events and coastal erosion impacts, I would again like to draw council’s attention to the existing situation at the mouth of Castaways Creek.

At the moment, following recent heavy rain and winds related to Cyclone Debbie, there has been further erosion and loss of juvenile she oaks behind the existing mouth, and water remains ponded at the base of the new $85,000 stairway at Beach Access 42....

Long-term residents confirm that the mouth was originally upstream from the stairs, and there was no erosion of the high banks downstream.

These banks are now being steadily eroded in any heavy rainfall event and this is encroaching on the vegetation between the creek and the bike path beside David Low Way. Predicted severe weather events and possible sea level rises associated with climate change will only exacerbate this erosion.

My suggestion to prevent this occurring and make the beach access safe from potential hazards such as broken glass, infections or marine creatures such as stonefish in the dark waters is very simple and would require very little work.

The creek would find its way to the beach naturally where the mouth was originally, in line with the permanent waterhole just upstream, if some sand was placed across the bed above the stairway.

I have previously been told that council is not permitted to open the mouth after it closes but a few scoops of sand would allow nature to do this and set its own levels without endangering the wetlands upstream.

This would be a win/win situation: Continuing future erosion would be prevented and a safe beach access would be available at the point closest to the David Low Way underpass. Inaction will only allow a bad situation to grow worse and possibly eventually encroach on the bike path and busy roadway.

To those who would say you shouldn’t interfere with nature, take note of the beach and river groynes and bank restoration works in the Noosa River and other places on the coast prone to flood and storm damage.

Sometimes Mother Nature needs a prudent helping hand. In this case it could be easily achieved without threat to endangered species or wetlands.

John Mikkelsen, Sunshine Beach.

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A FAIR TIME WAS HAD BY ALL

BY MARGARET MACCOLL Threatening rain in no way deterred the thousands of visitors who flocked to the 2017 Cooroy Fusion Festival on Saturday 13 May for a taste of all the region has to offer.

There was an array of farm animals including Simmental bull, Trinity Vale Kruze. Regarded by his owners as a “one in a million” bull, Kruze is so placid he was riden by a local police officer at the Kenilworth Show last September and was happy at Cooroy to be a cushion for young Abby Smith to rest on.

Woodworkers showed off their skills and wares.

There were artworks aplenty displayed on all manner of materials from canvas to bodies.

Delicious food treats were in abundance and crowds gathered for the entertainers. ●

There were camels to ride at the Cooroy Fusion Festival.

Brothers Luccas and Dilhan showed off their pet llama Jasper.

The Cherry Ripes perform to the crowd.

Cooroora Woodworkers president Dennis Donnelly, right, works on a bowl, with Ron Otte watching on.

Andres Arango of Rustic Pastel desert bar had plenty of tasty treats.

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Abby Smith, 4, has a rest on Simmental bull, Kruze.

Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens Lee Marsden and Bernice Childs had plants to show and sell.

Visitors wandered by the many stalls at the festival. noosatoday.com.au

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YOU’VE FOUND YOUR PLACE IN THE SUN EXPERIENCE the very best of Noosa’s coastal lifestyle from this stunning designer beach house. Impeccably styled, number 4 Netherby Rise offers the perfect mix between luxe coastal living and the relaxed vibe Noosa’s oceanside suburbs are so well known for.

Inside, the cool, crisp, neutral colour scheme has been perfectly paired with unique warm timber flooring and the beautiful blue hues of ever-changing water views.

This home is a true oceanside hideaway. The floorplan offers plenty of room for a family, with four bedrooms, two bathroom and multiple living areas spread over two levels.

Downstairs, there is a bedroom with built-in wardrobe, a large family room, laundry and bathroom, plus access to tandem car garage with workshop. There is also parking for four cars on the driveway. From the family room, sliding doors open out to the spacious covered entertaining area with access to the poolside patio and pool. With lush tropical landscaping, you can relax by the pool in privacy. There is also a grassed yard perfect for the kids and family pet to play.

Upstairs, as one would expect, all living spaces have been orientated towards the views. The beautiful designer kitchen features a 900mm oven with gas cooktop, dishwasher, plenty of bench and storage space, plus a breakfast bar. The kitchen overlooks the bright and welcoming open-plan living and dining space where banks of sliding doors flow out to the covered balcony. Here you can sit back and truly appreciate the stunning panoramic ocean vista. There are three more bedrooms on this level, two with built-in wardrobes and one with a walk-in wardrobe, plus the main bathroom with bath.

All of this is set on a 626 square metre block within walking distance from the dog-friendly Sunrise Beach and within easy reach of the vibrant Sunshine Beach village with a great range of shops, bars and cafes. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 4 Netherby Rise, Sunrise Beach Price: $1.3 million-plus Description: 4 bed, 2 bath, tandem car, pool View: Saturday, 2pm-2.30pm Agent: Cam Goode and Jill Goode for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0400 904 678 or 0418 714 653 20 NOOSA TODAY

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For those who favour the luxury lifestyle both on and off the golf course, the prestigious Oasis gated enclave overlooks the 18th golf fairway at the celebrated Noosa Springs Golf Course. This distinctive residence creates a grand first impression, two levels of stylish living including a premium furniture package by Coco Republic.

• Five spacious bedrooms each with quality ensuites.

• Elegant contemporary living with three separate living rooms.

• Professional Kitchen with butlers pantry and quality Miele appliances.

• Expansive upstairs balcony with superb views of manicure golf fairway.

• Outdoor kitchen for entertaining overlooking the 12m lap pool.

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NOOSA WATERS 33 MASTHEAD QUAY

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View Saturday 12-12.30pm Price Offers over $3.9Million

Located in the exclusive Noosa Waters Estate, 33 Masthead Quay exudes class and sophistication of the highest proportions. Set at the closing of a quiet cul-de-sac, the home sits proudly amongst other prestigious properties.This exceptional design promises the ultimate in year round resort style living in this most prestigious location.

• North facing with a wide water frontage.

• Spacious Paul Clout design masterpiece.

• Both main bedrooms look north over the canal.

• Large 881m2 block of land.

• Generous sizes in all bedrooms and Living areas. noosatoday.com.au

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RIVERFRONT LOCATION

NOOSAVILLE 41 DOLPHIN CRESCENT

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View Friday 4-4.30pm Price Offers over $2Million

This home sits in a treasured position on Noosa Sound perfectly sited for winter and summer. With views across calm waters and nestled beside Nancy Cato Park which can never be built on, it’s a great family environment. There’s plenty of sun and plenty of shade, and is remarkably private with just one neighbour.

• 3kw solar system.

• 3000 litre rainwater tank.

• Large 27 metre water frontage.

• Walking distance to Noosa River, shops and restaurants.

• Secure parking for 3 cars and plenty of storage.

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SAVER SCHEME NEEDS BROADER SCOPE THE budget has been announced and while many have praised the addition of schemes to help first home owners enter the market, the Queensland’s leading industry REIQ has criticised the super-saver scheme.

The REIQ said while they welcome all measures designed to help first-home buyers get into the market, the super-saver scheme isn’t the solution first time buyers need.

The scheme will allow first home buyers to salary sacrifice $15,000 a year into their super account, capped at $30,000, to be put towards a deposit.

But the REIQ says what first time buyers really need is for the first-home buyer grant (FHOG) to be broadened to include established homes - a cause the REIQ has been fighting for some time now.

The FHOG was originally introduced to help first time buyers get into the property market and could be applied to new homes as well as existing houses so long as the purchasers had never bought property before.

The FHOG was then limited to just new builds, but was increased to $20,000 for a limited time (ending this financial year).

According to the REIQ, limiting the FHOG to new builds put regional first home buyers at a disadvantage with new land releases and build much rarer in many parts of rural and regional Queensland.

An REIQ spokesperson said the new super-saver scheme will help first home buyers save for their deposit, but $30,000 is a long way from the deposit needed to avoid mortgage insurance.

“The annual median sale price for houses and units in Brisbane LGA was $643,000 and $445,000.

The $30,000 deposit only represents 4.6 per cent and 6.7 per cent of the value of a house and a unit in Brisbane,” the spokesperson said.

“This means that the measure does not even support saving of the full deposit required to avoid mortgage insurance on the loan (when usually a minimum deposit of 20 per cent is required).”

The REIQ dismissed concerns the super-saver

Home ownership for first homebuyers could be a lot closer with the announcement of the super-saver scheme in the May budget. scheme will add upward pressure to house prices in the Queensland market saying the local market doesn’t “face the same demand pressures that Sydney and Melbourne face”.

“We agree it will potentially offer limited help with that all-important deposit, which is a major challenge for Queenslanders where wages growth has been flat for an extensive period,” the spokesperson said.

Comparatively, Real Estate Industry Australia president Malcolm Gunning welcomed the super-saver scheme.

“With home ownership in Australia declining and first home buyers finding it increasingly difficult to enter the housing market, allowing first homebuyers to build deposits with superannuation through voluntary contributions is welcome,” he said.

“While REIA has advocated for a more aggressive approach to bridging the deposit gap by allowing first homebuyers access to existing balances in superannuation accounts the government’s initiative will reduce the time taken to save for a deposit by around 25 per cent.” ●

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On The Beach is a very exclusive, boutique beachfront complex with breathtaking views of the ocean and Noosa’s main beach. Apartment 13 and for that matter the whole complex have been recently renovated and share a calm air of opulence in a commanding position right on Hastings Street, close to the finest restaurants and exclusive shopping.

• True north aspect up the beach.

• Open plan, recently renovated.

• Spacious front courtyard and spa.

• A true net income in excess of 4%.

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The Power of One. In every real estate agency there is usually just one individual who is the best salesperson.

Just one.

And because people buy from people, not companies ‌you want that individual to sell your home.

It doesn’t really beneit you if a company has four, ten or sixteen sales agents.

Because the bigger they are, the more unlikely it will be that their top agent will be working for you.

The real estate business grew from local independent ofices into giant franchise networks at a time when there was a clear advantage in size.

Only big companies could access big data bases, better training and effective research.

Today all of those services and more are available through technology and the internet.

Today the best individuals can compete with the biggest companies.

For the last eight years we have been closely located to ofices of three of the biggest and most well-known national franchise groups.

Yet we have consistently outperformed them all.

The days when bigger was better are over.

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FaultlESS PRESEntatIon $745k

This contemporary home has been beautifully designed with thoughtful appreciation to the northerly aspect and natural light.

4 • Very spacious open plan living lowing outdoors onto a huge fully tiled entertaining area • Ducted air conditioning throughout and wired for sound system in the living/entertaining areas • Guest rooms are anchored with a designer bathroom • 18 solar panels, 5000l water tank and 3 minute walk to the Recreation Centre

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Appreciate amazing views to the North and South with just a short stroll to the beach.

3 • Beautifully renovated, this generous home sized duplex is sure to impress with the luxury it out • Upstairs living has been designed to ensure it captures maximum breeze and ocean views • A spacious updated kitchen provides functionality and style • Fantastic home in a desirable location

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This family home is perched high on the hill, on an enormous 1390sqm block with views to the North of Lake Weyba and the Mountains.

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Top Class Duplex Living in Marcus Beach This is a chance to live the enviable coastal lifestyle, just meters from the beach where you can hear the waves crash to shore from the balcony or roof top terrace.

• This designer abode offers space, privacy, panoramic ocean views and is located in easy reach of the vibrant town of Peregian Beach • Living is spread over three levels with main living areas located on upper-level to make the most of the breathtaking views • Master suite equipped with ensuite and walk-in. Two guest rooms and spacious lounge room with stunning central ireplace located on mid-level • The home features a sparkling pool, private yard and designer kitchen overlooking the open-plan living and dining space

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Expansive Breathtaking Views from Exclusive Penthouse • • • • • • •

This Penthouse offers amazing views over Noosa and Laguna Bay A spiral staircase leads to a very private rooftop terrace Features three bedrooms, ensuite and a large living/dining area Hostess kitchen with ample space and tiled loors throughout Offering full resort features with a pool, spa and onsite management Security parking with the beach, shops and restaurants just an easy stroll away This property shows a great return and is as exciting as it looks, call now for more information and an inspection

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Modern architectural design and the sensational layout of this quality is a rarity in the Noosa Hinterland and will be in high demand.

Nearly new, luxury build offering very peaceful, useable acreage for relaxing lifestyle in the most exclusive part of Doonan in the Noosa Hinterland.

This home ticks all the boxes: • 4 bedrooms, 4 ensuites, room for another if needed

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• Large butlers kitchen, dual pyrolitic ovens, dual dishwashers, so many options

• Elevated, level acreage for the family to play

• Beautiful natural looring enhancing the modern style throughout the home • Incredible amount of storage options and a 4 car garage • Ducted vacuuming, 2 r/c ducted air conditioning, LED Lighting and Back To Base Alarm • Dual living areas, stunning pool on the northern aspect • Peace of mind watching the kids swim from all living areas • Striking views and outdoor entertaining to the North and South • Views from all rooms overlooking a quality acreage

• Exclusive location on private cul-de-sac • This home is built for Queensland lifestyle, winter and summer • Open ire and Northern setting for basking in the sun in the winter months • Designed for summer breezes with wide corridors and louvres in every room • Beautiful wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, a true lifestyle change • Numerous School bus pickup options very close • 10 minutes into Noosa, 20 minutes to Sunshine Coast Airport • Business option, room for a 90m2 studio with separate access

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Fewer buyers means there’s a bigger supply of houses on the market, according to CoreLogic. of year for each of the past five years,” Mr Kusher said.

Perth came in with the most stock at 8.3 months’ supply.

“This is a high months of supply figure relative to other capital but it is well down on the 8.7 months at the same time last year,” Mr Kusher said.

Canberra has the least supply available with only 2.6 months’ worth, which is the same supply level as this time last year but lower than previous years.

Mr Kusher said based on the figures it seems the supply of stock for sale relative to demand is increasing in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

“Meanwhile demand is outweighing supply in Hobart and Canberra leading to a decline in the months of supply,” he said.

“In Perth and Darwin supply continues to dramatically outweigh demand but the balance is slowly improving. In Adelaide there has been little change in months of supply over recent years suggesting the market is in relative equilibrium.” ●

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FEWER buyers are resulting in greater housing supply, according to the latest data from CoreLogic. Head of research Cameron Kusher said based on the relationship between demonstrated housing demand and advertised stock levels there is relatively more stock available for sale compared to demand for that stock across the capital cities at the moment.

Mr Kusher is discussing the “months of supply figure”, which compares the number of unique properties advertised for sale to the number of transactions in the market.

“The analysis provides unique insight into how long it should take to clear the volume of stock currently available for sale,” he said.

Mr Kusher said across the combined capital cities, there is currently 4.4 months’ worth of residential properties being advertised for sale.

“The months of supply is currently higher at this point of the year than it has been each year since 2012. The increasing months of supply is largely due to the slowing rate of transaction activity rather than a spike in properties available for sale, indicating demand has diminished relative to advertised supply levels which is pushing the figure higher,” he said.

In Sydney there is currently three months of established housing supply available for sale compared to 4.2 months’ supply in Melbourne city.

Brisbane currently has 5.1 months of established housing stock available for sale.

“The months of supply figure is higher than it has been at this time

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Situated in the Noosa Hinterland, this single level home is elevated looking out over and surrounded by manicured gardens and lawns for the family to enjoy. Don’t be surprised if this property doesn’t make the Auction date, as properties of this caliber do not last long on the current market.

A solid 2 bedroom brick home with a two bay shed, dams, beautiful rainforest walks and fruit orchards are just some of the pleasant surprises offered on this property.

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• Two bay shed, great storage or just tinker away.

• Room for animals, and plenty of room for the family to enjoy.

• Fifteen and a half acres to enjoy beautiful nature walks and bird life.

• Location so close to Noosa, and the famous township of Eumundi.

• Your own creek, bridge and forest tracks to enjoy and get back to nature.

• Schools, shops and restaurants, beaches close by.

AUCTION ON-SITE SATURDAY, JUNE 17 AT 5PM prime property. premier service.

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Wonderful access to Noosa and all that the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

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KETCH PLACE SPECIAL! PRIME POSITION, DUPLEX TOWNHOUSE, OFF BLUEFIN CRT !

Fantastic buying in this market !! Comprising: 3 very good size bedrooms (one on ground floor with ensuite), big study / computer area or sitting TV room up stairs, big tiled living area with sliding doors to generous timber front decking and tiled outdoor living area on Eastern side as well, beautiful drapes throughout the living area, new fans and light fittings and freshly painted throughout. Very smart kitchen, 2 bathrooms, excellent size laundry, internal entry to unit from double remote control garage, sprinkler system, fans throughout, crim safe security screens. New gardens at the front.

$758,000

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BUDGET MEASURES COULD HIT INVESTORS PLANNED changes to tax breaks for investors have drawn criticism from the real estate industry, with the Queensland branch of REIQ claiming the changes will limit investment interest in the Sunshine State.

An REIQ spokesperson said the organisation was “disappointed” in measures that would limit investment activity because “the Queensland housing market urgently needs investors”.

“As a state that does not face a significant housing affordability issue, most of the measures were designed to tackle problems that are faced by Sydney and Melbourne markets,” the spokesperson said.

“We have 93 suburbs in Greater Brisbane that are priced at or below $500,000. Sydney has just four suburbs and Melbourne has 11. The issues that are faced by those markets simply do not exist here in Queensland.”

The budget revealed changes to allowable tax deductions for investors and their investment properties and the REIQ says they’re “greatly concerned” about the changes and the impact it will have on the investment market.

“For a vast array of reasons this market needs a stable, consistent supply of rental properties to the private rental market,” the spokesperson said.

“By removing deductions such as travel associated with the property we

fear that this will discourage Brisbanebased or interstate investors from considering a purchase in regional Queensland. Removing depreciation benefits on certain items (ovens, dishwashers, etc) mean the cost of owning an investment property will rise.

“We are currently assessing the likely impact on the average investor, however, our first-draft analysis suggests most investors will face a rise of around $2000 a year.”

Real Estate Industry Australia president Malcolm Gunning has been broadly supportive of the housing affordability measures announced in the budget but has slammed plans to change the threshold for foreign resident capital gains tax.

“The change in the threshold for foreign resident capital gains tax withholding to $750,000 from the current $2 million is not welcome and could be considered misguided as most foreign investors buy higher valued properties in Sydney and Melbourne and to a lesser extent in Brisbane,” Mr Gunning said.

“It is more red tape and not necessary. With the median house price of $743,776 across Australia this will mean most properties will be subject to this requirement and results in more work for sales agents and conveyancers and depending on the workload this presents for the ATO may even delay settlements.” ●

OPEN HOMES Time

Address

A B C

Price Guide

Agent

Castaways Beach

Saturday 20th May

4 2 5 6 5 4 4 4 4

Eumundi Friday 19th May

10.00am - 11.00am 2 Monomeet Close

4 2 3

Saturday 20th May

12.30pm - 1.30pm

1335 Eumundi Noosa Road

5 2 4

$2,250,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041 10.00am - 10.45am 1/5 Bluefin Court $1,350,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420 11.00am - 12.00pm 1/1 Ketch Place

By Negotiation Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041 Friday 19th May 10.00am - 10.45am 1/5 Bluefin Court 11.00am - 12.00pm 1/1 Ketch Place 41 Dolphin Cres O/o $870,000 David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438 4.00pm - 4.30pm Saturday 20th May O/o $1,000,000 David Berns Real Estate - 0410 549 741 O/o $2.100,000 David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438 10.00am - 10.45am 1/5 Bluefin Court 11.00am - 12.00pm 1/1 Ketch Place 11.00am - 11.30am 15 Jacksonia Place 1.00pm - 1.30pm 17 Azolla Circuit $1,350,000 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0418 714 653 Wednesday 24th May 11.00am - 12.00pm 1/1 Ketch Place O/o $1,595,000 David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438

11.00am - 11.45am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0418 714 653 12.00pm - 12.30pm David Berns Real Estate - 0410 549 741 1.00pm - 1.45pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm

4 4 2 3 1 2

O/o $1.75m O/o $830,000

3 2 2

By Negotiation Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457

3 2 2

By Negotiation Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457

Marcus Beach Saturday 20th May Sunday 21st May

11.00am - 11.30am 1/28 Tristania Drive

Noosa Heads Thursday 18th May

12.00pm - 12.30pm 203 Netanya, 71 Hastings 1.00pm - 1.30pm 10/20 Edgar Bennett Ave

1 1 3 2 1

$650,000 Auction

Friday 19th May

12.00pm - 12.30pm 1.00pm - 1.45pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 2.00pm - 2.30pm 2.30pm - 3.00pm 3.00pm - 3.30pm 3.30pm - 4.00pm 4.00pm - 4.30pm 4.00pm - 4.30pm

26 Attunga Heights 10 Mirrabook Court 211 Sebel, 32 Hastings St 31 The Quarterdeck 3/31 Picture Point Cres 10/20 Edgar Bennett Ave 4/34 Edgar Bennett Ave 2/29 Viewland Drive 3 Viewland Drive

2 3 2 4 4 3 3 3 3

1 2 2 3 3 2 2 3 2

0 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 2

Offers $945,000 $975,000 Contact Agent $1,850,000 Auction $1,195,000 $1,200,000 $1.95m

2/29 Viewland Drive 10 Mirrabook Court 144/61 Noosa Springs Dr 10/20 Edgar Bennett Ave 33 Masthead Quay 31 The Quarterdeck 26 Attunga Heights 6 Nairana Rest 4/34 Edgar Bennett Ave 123 Sebel, 32 Hastings St 3/31 Picture Point Cres 3 Viewland Drive

3 3 3 3 4 4 2 4 3 1 4 3

3 2 2.5 2 4 3 1 2 2 1 3 2

2 2 2 1 2 2 0 2 2 1 1 2

$1.200,000 $945,000 $745,000 Auction O/o $3.9million Contact Agent Offers $1,650,000 $1,195,000 O/o $600,000 $1,850,000 $1.95m

3 Viewland Drive

3 2 2

$1.95m

1 1 -

O/o $700,000

Saturday 20th May

10.00am - 10.30am 10.00am - 10.45am 11.00am - 11.30am 11.00am - 11.45am 12.00pm - 12.30pm 12.00pm - 12.30pm 12.00pm - 12.30pm 12.30pm - 1.00pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 1.00pm - 1.30pm 1.30pm - 2.00pm 2.00pm - 2.30pm

2 Lorikeet Drive 1/22 Avocet Parade 242 David Low Way 24-26 Parakeet Crescent

3 2 2 3 2 2

$820,000 $758,000

3 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 2

$820,000 $758,000 O/o $2million

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563 Base Realtors - 0412 206 563 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0403646930

3 3 5 4

$820,000 $758,000 $890,000 O/o $630,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563 Base Realtors - 0412 206 563 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0400904678

2 2 2.5 2

2 2 2 2

3 2 2

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563 Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

$758,000

Base Realtors - 0412 206 563

3 3 4 5

3 3 2 4

2 2 2 4

Over $1,850,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697 $1.19m Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955

By Negotiation Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697 $1.15m Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955

4 4 4 4 4 3 4 4

3 2 2 2 2 2 2 3

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3

$1.10m $755,000 Low $600,000's $785,000 $745,000 $449,000 $599,000

By Negotiation

Peregian Springs Saturday 20th May

10.00am - 10.30am 35 Peachtree Crescent 10.00am - 10.45am 19 Feathertail Place 10.00am - 10.30am 38 Augusta Cct 11.00am - 11.30am 12 Balgownie Drive Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 528 148 11.00am - 11.30am 11 Goldfinch Close Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 11.00am - 11.30am 69/11-15 Dunes Court 11.45am - 12.15pm 10 Bahran Court Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065 12.00pm - 12.45pm 110 Ridgeview Drive Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 Sunrise Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 528 148 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 Friday 19th May Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 11.00am - 11.30am 20 Dame Patti Dr Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 Saturday 20th May Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 10.00am - 10.30am 20 Dame Patti Dr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 12.00pm - 12.45pm 60 Orient Drive Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 2.00pm - 2.30pm 4 Netherby Rise 3.00pm - 3.45pm 19 Captains Court Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 Sunshine Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 Friday 19th May Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 11.00am - 11.30am U3/No 2 Webb Road Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0403 646 930 Saturday 20th May Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 11.00am - 11.30am U3/No 2 Webb Road Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065 11.00am - 12.00pm 12 adams street Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 Verrierdale Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 528 148 Saturday 20th May Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438 695 505 10.45am - 11.45am 1310 Eumundi Noosa Road Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955

4 2 6 4 3 4 4

2 3 2 2

$780,000

Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911 Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0433 118 575 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505

6 2 4 2

$780,000 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 $1.69m Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420 O/o $1.3million Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0400904678 O/O $1.6M Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

3 2 1

$850,000 Neg Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065

3 2 1 4 3 2

$850,000 Neg Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065 $1,490,000 Garwoods Estate Agents - 0412 626 536

2 1 4

Auction

5 3 3

$1,350,000+

David Berns Real Estate - 0410 549 741

Yandina Creek

Sunday 21st May

2.00pm - 2.30pm

Agent

Saturday 20th May

Saturday 20th May

11.00am - 11.30am 1/28 Tristania Drive

Price Guide

Peregian Beach

Lake MacDonald 10.00am - 10.30am 176 Dath Henderson Road 12.00pm - 1.00pm 101 Gumboil Road

A B C

Thursday 18th May

4 4 2 3 3 2 4 2 3

Doonan 9.30am - 10.30am 32 Trafalgar Court 10.00am - 11.00am 93 Duke Road 2.00pm - 3.00pm 26 Mindi Road

Address

Noosaville

Saturday 20th May

10.00am - 10.30am 31/512 David Low Way 11.00am - 11.45am 1/512 David Low Way 11.00am - 11.30am 24 Antipodes Close

Time

Monday 22nd May

12.00pm - 12.30pm 302 Netanya, 71 Hastings

Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 Saturday 20th May 3.00pm - 4.00pm 59 Musgrave Drive Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438528148

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505

Auction diary

Noosa Springs Saturday 20th May

10.00am - 10.30am 120 Cascades Noosa Spring 3 3 2 11.00am - 11.30am 508/61 Noosa Springs Dr` 4 3 2 12.00pm - 1.00pm 752 'Palms' Noosa Springs 4+ 4 2+

$1,195,000 O/o $2.79million AUCTION

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0412806252 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0412806252 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0418714653

Noosa Heads

Monday 22nd May

11.00am - 11.30am 9 Springs Cres 'Oasis'

4 2 2

AUCTION

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 Saturday 10th June

4 2 2

AUCTION

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - 0438695505 11.00am - 11.30am 10/20 Edgar Bennett Ave

Tuesday 23rd May

3.00pm - 3.30pm

9 Springs Cres 'Oasis'

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Auction

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254

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TRY THIS … Be inspired THREE …

Food and wine festival feasts not to miss...

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The Magic of Zumbo at The Boathouse.

Adriano Zumbo certainly knows sweets ... So join him for a magical dessert degustation, and let your senses come to life with his irresistible delights and of course, French Champagne! There’ll be Louis Roederer on arrival, so get your girlfriends together to enjoy an afternoon of chocolate, sweet treats, champagne and cocktails. Bookings via www. noosaboathouse.com.au When: Sunday 21 May 2.30pm Where: Noosa Boathouse River Room Price: $195 Icebergs on the River at Ricky’s.

Monty Koludrovic brings the Bondi Icebergs Dining Room and Bar experience to Rickys - settle in for a night of fresh seafood and chilled tunes with a live DJ on Noosa River.

Bookings via www.rickys.com. au When: Sunday 21 May 6pm.

Details: Four-course menu with matching wines Guest Chef: Monty Koludrovic from Icebergs Dining Room and Bar Price: $195 Seafaring Adventure at Locale Three chefs, two winemakers and a fishmonger walk into a bar ... . The bar in question is Locale, a Noosa favourite, renown as one of Noosa’s most urbane, refined and stylish venues, home to some of the finest Italian food and fine wines. For one night only, this sophisticated and charming restaurant will be taken over by a group renegades, plunderers and pirates offering not only bilge sucking insults, but the finest seafood to be found, served straight from the source.

Bookings at www.localenoosa. com.au When: Friday 19 May, 6.30pm Details: An amazing selection of seafood plus wines by Cullen Wines and Quartz Reef Wines.

Price: $220

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Olympic gymnast Brennon Dowrick and high energy motivational speaker.

GET MOTIVATED AND MOVING, AND RAISE CUP FOR CANCER

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Be inspired by one of Australia’s most effective performance motivators while raising funds for the fight against cancer at Noosa Springs this May. The multi-award winning resort has tea-ed up an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea on Wednesday, 31 May, from 9.30am - 11.30am, in support of Cancer Council Queensland.

Olympic gymnast Brennon Dowrick will be presenting Building Success on Strong Foundations at the event.

Mr Dowrick represented Australia at two Olympic games, three Commonwealth Games and seven World Championships, and is now an internationally sought after

professional speaker.

Not only does he motivate and inspire with words, he reinforces them with a step by step live demonstration on the pommel horse.

Noosa Springs Resort Events manager Rochelle Thomson encouraged the community to join them, as they raise their cups for cancer.

“Join us for a delicious morning tea in support of Cancer Council Queensland,” she said.

“We are excited to be hosting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea for the first time.

“This is a great opportunity to see a powerful presentation by Brennon Dowrick while showing support and raising funds for an important cause.”

There will be raffle tickets sold at the door with great prizes to be won.

Tickets are only $20 per person and bookings are essential. To reserve your seat phone 5540 3333 or email functions@ noosasprings.com.au.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said every cup counted in the fight against cancer.

“Supporting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is an easy, fun and delicious way that we can work together to help beat cancer and support those affected,” Ms McMillan said.

“From hosting or attending a morning tea, to donating or baking - everyone can play a part in making 2017 a success.”

The official 2017 Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea date is Thursday, 25 May. ●

MORE HELP IS NEEDED TO GET SHED DONE It takes a village to raise a child, and in this case, Sunshine Butterflies is asking their community for assistance to help project manager Rob Purves erect a shed at the five-acre facility and mentor 15 young men who are working towards their certificate one in construction as part of the Skilling Queenslanders initiative.

However this isn’t any old shed, this is a 25-metre steel shed donated by the Australian Defence Force that is sitting in its original crates at the McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah, address with dates 1968 and 1970 stamped on the outside of the boxes.

These sheds - originally destined for Vietnam - have been very welcomed in the community with the first shed donated to the Noosa Men’s Shed which has now been erected and now open for Men’s Business at the old Unity Water site.

CEO and founder Leanne Walsh and former councillor Sandy Bolton visited the Noosa Men’s Shed to see the final result of the meccano’ style built shed and gain ideas on economic fit-out of its interior.

Sandy said: “The guys at the Noosa Men’s Shed have done an incredible job, it is a testimony to what can be done through hard work and support of a community. Hopefully Sunshine Butterflies can gain the same support to assist with the build of their shed which will home the many programs, activities and initiatives that Sunshine Butterflies provides to their members with a

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Sunshine Butterflies and Rotary, working together. disability as well as other initiatives shared within the all-ability sector.

Ms Walsh said that it was always difficult to kickstart each stage of the “Our Backyard” project without funding. Before they can break open the crates and put the trainees to work to gain construction skills, the urgency is to lay the concrete slab which is quoted at about $30,000 due to the size, slope and contour of the land.

To kick start our fund-raising appeal, Noosa Rotary Daybreak has

made Sunshine Butterflies one of the beneficiaries of its annual May Book Fest which will give the seed funds to get the ball rolling.

“We are now seeking further assistance in the form of donations, materials and expertise to get this shed up, which will provide an undercover space for skills development for jobs, learning and living,“ Ms Walsh said. ● noosatoday.com.au

LIVE

ACHTUNG!

THIS IS FOR YOU, TOO

BY HOLLIE HARRIS A special show from the acclaimed U2 tribute show from Melbourne is heading to the Noosa Surfclub this Saturday night.

While U2 may be busy in their studio working on a new album on the other side of the world, the musical and visual live atmosphere of one of the world’s greatest rock acts, can be experienced today though the musical proficiency of ‘The U2 Show: Achtung Baby’. Also known as U2AB for short, they will be playing for one night only at the Noosa Surf Club, on Saturday 20th May. The U2 Show: Achtung Baby, the international-touring tribute band is performing their most lavish show to date.

This is a new show overflowing with all the U2 classics beloved by many, accompanied with all the flamboyance of costumes and stylings of Bono, Edge, Clayton and Mullen -

as well as the visual animations and films that have featured in legendary U2 tours like Zooropa and U2:360. Like fans come to expect, the concert will feature impressive notefor-note renditions of U2’s greatest songs from renowned albums like Achtung Baby!, Joshua Tree, Unforgettable Fire, All That You Can’t Leave Behind, Rattle and Hum, How to Dismantle an Atom Bomb, WAR - and many other surprise hit songs that take you back to a special time.

The show is played by a tight group of friends and talented musicians - Michael Cavallaro, Peter Kalamaras, David Attard and Craig Jupp - who have now played together the U2 classics to hundreds of thousands of fans, for over a decade, in every corner of Australia and in the Asia Pacific region. The show has been described by people such as Mike Jacobson, chairman of balls at the world’s largest casino in China’s Macao, ‘the best entertainment for any ball ever in Macao’.

That is because The U2 Show: Achtung Baby had been giving extreme and methodical attention to all the details that make up the U2 experience what it is - and painstakingly seeking to reproduce, each note, each sound, each nuance of performance and audience interaction. And this is precisely what keeps the fans coming back for more, year in and year out.

‘With or Without You’, ‘One’, ‘I Still Haven’t Found What I Was Looking For’, ‘Pride’, All I Want Is You’, ‘Where the Streets Have No Name’, ‘Vertigo’, ‘Desire’, ‘Mysterious Ways’, and ‘Beautiful Day’, are just a sample of over 20 of the songs that will be performed on the night.

This is a fantastic show with hit after hit, so grab your tickets for the show at www.noosasurfclub.com.au or head in to the Noosa Surf Club this Saturday 20 May, doors open 9pm, $15 pre sale or $20 on the night. ●

Adrian King conducts Noosa Chorale, with 27-piece orchestral accompaniment by Noosa Sinfonia performing celebrated choral works by Schubert, Haydn, and Mozart.

PLUS 4 exciting vocal soloists from Queensland Conservatorium of Music.

PLUS internationally renowned cellist Louise King performing Haydn’s Cello Concerto No.1 in C major.

Viennese Masters of the Classical Era 7pm Friday 26 May 2017 2pm Saturday 27 May 2017 Tickets $39 (Concession $35 for groups of 10+) The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction.

Book online: www.thej.com.au

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THIS WEEK

GIG GUIDE

HOLLLIE HARRIS

Thursday 18 May Cafe Le Monde, 6pm Van Larkins.

Tewantin Noosa RSL, 6pm Stuart Slanangsang The J, 7pm Strassman iTedE. Friday 19 May The J, 6pm Sound Feast.

The V Room, 8pm Band from The Club and Chris Flaskas.

Tewantin Noosa RSL, 8pm Slim Jim Phantom Trio.

Cooroy RSL, 6pm Col Meredith.

Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club, 6pm Wayne Wiltshire.

Saturday 20 May Cafe Le Monde, 8pm Brett AM. Tewantin Noosa RSL, 8pm Tom Jones Tribute.

Sunday 21 May Cafe Le Monde, 4pm Sunday Sessions OKA. Sunshine Beach Surf Club, 3pm Sexual Chocolate.

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Heroes of the Skies by Michael Ashcroft

For Crying Out Loud, by Kasabian

Snatched (MA)

This heritage of bravery from the Noosa Library commences with a synopsis of the history of flight. Flimsy and primitive, planes were used only for observation at the beginning of World War I. Pilots from both sides of hostilities, including the famous Red Baron, would wave to each other as they passed in the skies - until they learned to lob grenades at each other from their open cockpits. This book gives a short bibliography of over 60 such airmen who were recipients of medals for gallantry. For those, who knowing they would have a short life expectancy, yet unwaveringly flying missions day after day, this is a moving tribute.

Despite the title, Kasabian’s sixth studio album finds the dance rockers swapping their usual exploding Coke bottle dynamic for a more playful and melodic mood.

Principal songwriter Serge Pizzorno turned out the material in six weeks, trying to channel the three-minute sparkle of classic Motown hits. However, the results on Ill Ray (The King) and The Party Never Ends are more Arctic Monkeys than Berry Gordy. Despite all the disco grooves and psychedelic flourishes, this still feels like someone shouting: “Cheer up, love!” down your ear for an hour. This is actually a pretty strong album. No standout tracks, but a good rhythm through it, occasionally some iffy lyrics but all in all there are some great ideas here.

If ever there was a candidate for silliest movie of the year, surely this is it.

Amy Schumer stars as a self-centred, clueless 30 year old who lives a fairly aimless life. When she’s dumped by her equally vapid boyfriend, Emily must find someone to go with her on her nonrefundable trip to Equador - of course none of her ’friends’ will go with her and she instead talks her timid mother Linda (played pretty well by Goldie Hawn) into leaving her house, her cats and her shutin son Geoffrey. Once in Equador the pair get caught in a honey trap, kidnapped and chased across South America by bad guys. It was nice to see Goldie Hawn back on screen after 15 years - shame the same couldn’t be said for Schumer.

- Reviewed by Jenny Carter, of Friends of the Noosa Library

PUZZLES Quick Clues

SUDOKU No. 4135

SUDOKU

ACROSS 1. Dagger (8)

2.

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

2 4 1 3 1 5 8 4 CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7473 7 8 6 ACROSS DOWN 2. Tap (5) 3. Sparing (7) 6 2 3 1 7 4. Job (4) 5. West (8) 6. Scatter (5) 7. Snake (7) 8 5 4 12. Coin (8) 14. Understand (7) 16. Storm (7) 8 7 18. Yet (5) 20. Language (5) olcano (Sicily) (4) 21. Fake (4) 6 9 1 DOWN Tap (5) YPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7473 4 3 6

Cryptic Clues

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2 4 3 6

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7473 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Rest-art-s. 6, P-lot. 8, Sag-a. 9, Edginess. 10, St-on-e. 11, C-her-ub. 13, Fore-(pa)st. 15, Tasted (anag).

17, Sp-r-ain. 19, Beefy. 22, Aston-ish. 23, Lo-re. 24, Trot. 25, Sh-re-dd-ed.

Down - 2, Exact. 3, Trainee. 4, Reed (rev). 5, Saga-city. 6, Pen-c-e. 7, Obscure. 12, Stand-ins. 14, O-ppose-r. 16, Shelled (out). 18, Ab-o-ut. 20, Force. 21, Char.

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Solutio 2 1 5 4 3 7 6 8 9

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2 3 9 1 4 7 5 6 8

4 6 8 2 9 5 1 3 7

5 1 7 8 6 3 9 2 4

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6 2 4 5 3 9 8 7 1

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about the doctor getting shut in the outhouse (8).

DOWN 2. Insist on having just right (5). 3. Does the teacher level with him? (7). 4. The animals came back for grass (4). 5.

Having the shrewdness to find where the Forsyte family came from? (8). 6. Write “Two notes and some coins” (5).

7. For the dim, hard to understand (7). 12. Do they never sit out on the set? (5-3). 14. The Pope’s dressed in gold and he objects to it (7). 16. Like the peas for which one paid out? (7). 18. More or less adjoin the central ring (5).

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ARTIST INSPIRED

BY OUTBACK

COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT

The Anywhere Theatre festival has officially opened in Queenland and Noosa’s entrant Little Seed Theatre is days away from its debut. The Anywhere Theatre Festival takes the stage anywhere BUT a traditional theatre. On the afternoons of 20 and 21 May, Little Seed Theatre Company will take part in this National festival; utilising a most grand and beautiful setting: the Noosa Botanical Gardens Ampitheatre to present Shakespeare’s iconic ‘Romeo and Juliet.’

Nestled between the Noosa Botanical Gardens and the shores of Lake Macdonald, is the magnificent Greek-styled outdoor amphitheatre, a wonderful setting for the Shakespearian classic.

Director Johanna Wallace explains, ‘It’s such an amazing venue, with its classical architectire, hidden within the beautiful gardens you could be anywhere.

When Romeo appears for the balcony scene it takes your breath away. With the round stage and tiered seating, the audience is close to the action for the sword fights,,, and the romance too.”

While there are many modern takes on this classic, this one aims to recreate the experience of the Shakespearian players. At a recent rehearsal, Johanna instructed the cast, “Go back to the text, what does it say, Shakespeare is the expert, what does he mean to say? Let’s communcate that to the audience.”

The casting too is very authentic. As per

The Butter Factory Arts Centre is thrilled to host Trevor Purvis - Here and Then - a retrospective of paintings this weekend.

If you’re looking for an option to the busy food and wine festival in Noosa, head to Cooroy to see the spectacular work of Cooroy artist, Trevor, who draws inspiration from the Australian outback. The evening will be opened by Noosa mayor Tony Wellington this Saturday 20 May at 5pm.

Drawings and paintings by Noosa Life Art Circle and sculptures by Jill Mackay.

Australasian Country Music Association, Yandina Branch, proudly presents the Country Music Concert at the Hall of Fame, 24 Steggalls Road, Yandina, this Sunday 21 May 1pm to 5pm. Toe tapping music with a good band, local artists and guest artist is Col Lindorff. Walk-ups are welcome, and there will be raffles and door prizes, canteen open, free afternoon tea. Entry $8. Concession $6.

This is a not-for-profit organisation, and the proceeds will go to upkeep of the hall.

Romeo and Juliet will be one to remember.

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by Jacqueline Elley (13). However, its Romeo where the casting strikes real interest. Seventeen-year-old Tallow Montague, plays Romeo and carries the story and Juliet along with him with a forceful tenderness that empowers the cast and engages the audience. A force of his own, winner of the Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre Best actor 2016 and Brisbane Youth theatre Festival Best actor in a comedy, Harper Ramsey plays Mercutio, along with a cast of about 40, this ‘Romeo and Juliet’ will be one to remember.

Directed by Johanna Wallace. The Amphitheatre, Noosa Botanical Gardens, Lake McDin Drive. Cooroy. Saturday 20 May - Sunday 21 May - shows commence at 2.30pm. Tickets are available from www.anywheretheatre.com Adults $25 Concession $20.

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THE FEED INSPIRE

Chefs we love

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Last week, we asked you to tell us which chef inspires you the most.

We thought you would like to see all the wonderful creatives who get your cooking inspirado firing.

By a landslide, Matt Golinski and Matt Sinclair were the big favourites.

Here are a few others who inspired: •฀Nigella฀Lawson •฀Nick฀Holloway •฀Ian฀Curley •฀Madia฀Lim •฀Matt฀Stone •฀Matt฀Moran •฀Maggie฀Beer •฀Jamie฀Oliver •฀Donna฀hay •฀Kylie฀Kwong •฀Luke฀Mangan •฀Peter฀Kuravita •฀Ben฀Williamson Then there was Grant Norman from฀Padstowe,฀Shane฀Bailey฀from฀ Noosa฀Boathouse,฀Anne฀Hefear฀ from฀Spirit฀House฀...฀and฀a฀few฀ couldn’t go past their very own nanna.

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a golden chicken and mushroom pie with potato and vegetables or rosemary crumbed lamb cutlets with mint gravy, chips and salad.

If you love your trivia nights, you will have a new Wednesday night regular spot at the Noosa Golf Club Bistro trivia starting on 7 June at 7.30pm. It costs only $5 entry per person.

Lunch is served from 11.30am daily, and dinner from 5.30pm Tuesday to Friday.

They even do take away from a la carte and the specials menus so call the Bistro on 5447 1407 to make a booking or order your take home meal today. ●

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If you’re a member of the Noosa Golf Club, you’d be crazy not to get down there this Friday night as the members' draw jackpots to an incredible $2500!

You just have to be there when your name is called out and the prize money is yours. Those who still haven’t joined the Golf Club, it is only $11 per year for Clubhouse membership which gives five per cent off drink purchases, free Wifi and members specials every Friday night.

Open daily from 10am, visitors are also welcome to the clubhouse. There are drink

specials from 4pm-5pm every day and Tuesdays from 4pm-6pm, and an Early Bird Bonus will apply for orders placed prior to 6pm.

You can enjoy your casual dining experience inside or outdoors, overlooking the golf course.

With daily blackboard lunch specials only costing $12 members or $13 nonmembers, why would you eat anywhere else? Fish and chips for only $8 between 5pm-6pm, Tuesday to Thursday? You bet!

There are delicious meals to choose from such as a hearty pork loin chops with apple and ginger relish, chips and salad or

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THE FEED

RAISE A CUPPA FOR THE CAUSE

BY HOLLIE HARRIS From spicy popcorn to bite-size chocolate truffle balls, no-bake brownies and fruit platters, the Cancer Council is calling on Queenslanders to host a healthy morning tea this May or June.

The countdown to Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is on - with more than 5500 hosts across the state expected to hold events and raise funds for all Queenslanders, all cancers.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan said there was still time for Queenslanders to jump online to biggestmorningtea.com.au and register. “It’s easy to round up workmates, friends and family to host a healthy morning tea and support Queenslanders affected by cancer,� Ms McMillan said. “Both black and green teas have antioxidants, which help promote good health.

When served without milk or sugar, tea and coffee contain virtually no kilojoules! “Your morning tea doesn’t have to go overboard on treats or goodies high in saturated fat, sugar or salt either. “Indulging in the occasional treat is fine, but we want Queenslanders to know that there are healthy alternatives out there that are just as delicious and better for you. “Showing people just how easy simple meal tweaks for health can be is a great way of initiating healthy change. “Try swapping salted nuts for unsalted nuts, to make your morning tea nibbles a little bit healthier.

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BY HOLLIE HARRIS How will your business get involved with Australia's Biggest Morning Tea this year? “Swap chips for rice cakes with lower fat cream cheese, and choose wholegrain breads, bagels and muffins instead of white varieties. “The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating recommends milk, particularly low-fat varieties for adults, as part of a healthy diet.

Milk has important nutrients, like protein and calcium. “From ricotta pikelets to roasted summer tomato tarts and Vietnamese glazed pork rolls, there’s plenty of recipe inspiration on biggestmorningtea.com.au too. “It’s important that we find ways of encouraging one another to work towards a healthy weight, boosting health and happiness through physical activity and a healthy diet. “Making healthy choices doesn’t have to mean missing out on the fun - it’s about incorporating beneficial habits into your everyday lifestyle.�

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Up to one third of cancers are preventable through simple lifestyle changes including eating healthily, maintaining a healthy weight and engaging in physical activity.

While the official Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea date is Thursday 25 May, locals can hold an event and raise funds anytime throughout May or June. “All funds raised at Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea enable us to invest vital funds into cancer research, prevention and local support programs throughout Queensland,�

Ms McMillan said.

In 2017 more than 5500 Queenslanders are expected to host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea and raise $2.5 million for Cancer Council Queensland.

To host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event, or find out more, visit biggestmorningtea.com.au or phone 1300 65 65 85. �

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375g packet veal tortellini.

4 eggs.

1/2 cup finely grated parmesan, plus extra to serve.

1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, plus extra to serve.

1 1/2 cups finely shredded savoy cabbage.

2 tablespoons lemon juice.

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FOCUS ON … Health, Wellness & Beauty COMPUTERIZED ADJUSTING

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BY HOLLIE HARRIS As part of Spinal Health Week 2017 (2228 May), local chiropractors are raising awareness of chronic back pain and encouraging Australians to seek help.

Spinal Health Week is a health initiative of the Chiropractors’ Association of Australia, and as part of this year’s campaign, Dr Travis Davis from Laguna Bay Chiropractic is encouraging Noosa residents to seek help for chronic back pain.

Chronic back pain is a national issue.

One in six Australians suffer from the physical and psychological effects of chronic back problems - that’s an estimated 3.7 million people suffering.

“The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare defines chronic back pain as a health condition that lasts for three months or longer,” says Dr Davis, chiropractor (USA).

A sedentary lifestyle and poor posture are risk factors for chronic back pain. The good news is it’s never too late to improve spinal health.

“Simple measures such as incorporating walking into your daily routine can improve chronic back pain symptoms. Walking keeps the spine active and mobile. Improving posture can also help to relieve strain on the spine and improve circulation,” Dr Davis said.

Chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between the spine and

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For chronic back problems, chiropractors use a variety of treatments such as spinal manipulation or manual therapies. Working with other healthcare providers where needed, chiropractors also offer advice on self-management through exercise and lifestyle changes.

To promote Spinal Health Week, Laguna Bay Chiropractic is offering a complimentary exam and consultation with your first treatment, a savings of $50!

Visit spinalhealthweek.com.au to learn more about chronic back pain and chiropractic care. Phone them on 5474 1473 to arrange your treatment. ●

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Come in and enjoy the beautiful energy instore, whilst browsing our large range of inspirational and thought provoking books, music, cds and dvds, tarot, angel and oracle cards; exquisite crystals, tumbled stones, jewellery, essential oils, Australian Bush Flower Essences, incense, feng shui products, dreamcatchers, sun catchers, affirmation banners, Himalayan salt lamps, Tibetan singing bowls and a huge selection of meaningful gifts and cards. We also offer psychic readings in store Monday – Friday. For all enquiries and bookings, please call Susie on 5448 0166.

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FOCUS ON … Education ALL ABOUT NURTURING

Good Shepherd Lutheran College provides a caring Christian environment.

Adeona works with a vision of providing quality education and care to all within the Adeona family.

CARE FOR THE WHOLE PERSON

Adeona invites families to explore what Adeona has to offer- where they are more than a child care centre but an experience in nurturing and development.

As a small centre, Adeona Noosaville has a dynamic and supportive network consisting of families, educators and the local community enabling the staff to provide a holistic experience for your child.

In addition to the quality care and education, Adeona Noosaville offers an included Japanese language program, a number of

Good Shepherd Lutheran College has been supporting the educational needs of the Noosa community for over 30 years, and is a Prep to Year 12 college, providing a Christian education in a caring environment.

Focused on the education and growth of the whole child, from the early years with Little Lambs Early Learning Centre, and seamlessly transitioning to Junior Years, Middle Years and Senior Years, Good Shepherd offers a comprehensive education which equips students to be the compassionate and skilled leaders of tomorrow.

At Good Shepherd, they recognise the potential of your child.

Their dedicated teaching and nonteaching staff work with you to provide an

extra-curricular sports activities and a Government Approved Kindergarten Program.

Adeona Noosaville also has strong relationships with a number of local state and private primary schools and actively works with the schools to ensure a shared understanding of your child and a smooth transition to prep.

Adeona is a one-of-akind centre that aims to be not just a child care centre but a hub of family and community interaction. ●

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Adeona Noosaville offers a Government approved Kindergarten program, delivered by a Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teacher, which is designed to give your child the best possible start to their academic life and prepare them for their Prep year.

educational experience that will bring out the best in your child.

This is only possible when your child is supported and cared for as they are as a part of the Good Shepherd Community.

With a proven academic record, Good Shepherd also offers specialty extracurricular programs in the areas of sport, music and performing arts and dance as well as cultural enrichment and robotics.

Set in a beautiful, natural bushland setting in the heart of Noosaville, the college boasts modern facilities including an HPE centre, swimming pool, state-of-the-art library and theatrette.

For more information, you can visit the Good Shepherd website at www.gslc. qld.edu.au or call us on 5455 8600 for an informal chat or campus tour. ●

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Located in a converted Queenslander, Adeona Noosaville creates an atmosphere that is comforting and relaxing and the qualified educators ensure that each child and their family are welcomed into the Adeona community.

Adeona’s focus is on building relationships with children and families to create meaningful and respectful connections that support children’s emotional wellbeing and overall development as well as supporting positive outcomes with families.

Adeona was founded in 2006 with the unique purpose-built centre in Coorparoo. Since then, Adeona has expanded to include centres in Mackay and Noosaville.

While the centres are based in very different environments and communities, all the centres work within a shared vision of providing quality education and care to all children within the Adeona family.

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FOCUS ON … Education CONNECTION NURTURED earlier this week, the Junior Secondary Showcase to learn everything about the curriculum, performances, the teachers and facilities.

The school saw three of their music students performing solo acts at the Cooroy Fusion festival. This was a valuable introduction for the students into the entertainment industry and a special opportunity to showcase their talents.

Noosa District State High School is so busy making waves this year by creating such strong connections between school and community. Jump online to learn more at www.noosadistrictshs.eq.edu.au to see how you can get involved in one of their upcoming events. ●

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School leavers are receiving outstanding results from St Teresa’s Catholic College.

OUTSTANDING SUCCESS St Teresa’s Catholic College is unequivocally proud of the achievements of its Year 12 cohort in 2016.

An astounding 98 per cent of all students achieved their QCE; 100 per cent of all tertiary applicants received an offer; 94 per cent received their first offer; 94 per cent of students rated in the 1-15 bands for their OP and an amazing 96 Certificates or Diplomas were achieved by the cohort.

If numbers are your game, then you cannot dispute that this is a resounding success, not only on the Sunshine Coast, but in Queensland. St Teresa’s take these numeric achievements of their students as just one small indicator of a larger picture of what is a quality, caring and Christian educational focus.

Great education is all about the kinds of people who join the larger community when school is finished.

It’s about the formation of ethics, morals and qualities such as perseverance and resilience. It’s about fostering the passion for life-long learning, of valuing creativity and imagination.

Developing character is just as important as fostering intellect. Relationships are at the centre of great learning at St Teresa’s; these students do so well because they have been working in partnership with teachers and parents at school.

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Noosa District State High School is a student-centred learning community which fosters care and compassion. They aspire to be aware of others and their culture, accept diversity within a democratic society, and acknowledge and enjoy the rights and privileges of Australian Citizenship.

With a strong focus on engaging the community, the core priority is creating strategies which really bring that sense of connection.

Over the past 14 weeks, Noosa District State High School has held several events which have focused on this vision.

The Junior Secondary campus at Pomona recently invited parents and caregivers into the school to take part in success strategies, meet and greets and,

100% of our students who applied for Tertiary places received an offer In 2016, St Teresa’s Catholic College was the only school in Noosa where every one of our students who applied for a tertiary education, received their offer.

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Noosa District SHS Junior Secondary is a distinct phase of education that specifically caters to the learning and emotional needs of young adolescents Students are engaged in a holistic rigorous curriculum. This ensures health, wellbeing and has high expectations of teachers, students and parents.

At St Teresa’s Catholic College, every student

Our aim is to ensure that every student can thrive as life-long, resilient learners and be successful and valuable. We are extremely fortunate to be able to offer our school community a unique campus structure where student’s transition from primary school to a purpose built Junior Secondary Campus at Pomona just for Year 7 and Year 8 students.

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workforce and takes advantage of our many career pathways.

Since 2005, St Teresa’s has challenged young men and women of Noosa to dare to dream big.

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SCHOOL’S DIGITAL EDGE

CULTURE, CUISINE TREAT

BY HOLLIE HARRIS

Earlier this term, 13 Year 6 St Andrew’s Anglican College students set off to China to learn more about the country’s language and culture.

They explored the streets of Beijing, experiencing tea ceremonies, the Forbidden City, a fast train to Xian, traditional Chinese cuisine, the Shanghai Museum, the Great Wall and a night cruise on Huangpu River among many other amazing experiences.

Year 6 students Ash, Zack and Josh said they would remember the trip for a lifetime.

“We really loved the Pearl Markets where we learned about currency and bargaining for a good price; we also saw some shows at night and we thought the best was the acrobatics,” they said.

“The bullet train to Xian was 22 carriages long and travelled at 320km/h. China was an unforgettable experience for us all.”

St Andrew’s head of languages Mrs Megan Cleyne said the trip was nothing short of magnificent.

“It was a treat to see our students in a new light outside the four walls of our classroom and into the world of learning,” Mrs Cleyne said.

“To see them all embrace every experience supporting each other

Tewantin State School is serious about learning and equally serious about enjoying in the process. Their commitment to the belief that all students are entitled to enjoy, grow and learn as they pass from Prep to Year 6, and beyond.

Principal Corrie Connors believes that students at Tewantin State School are well positioned to support their learning for future career pathways and are developing important skills in inquiry learning and problemsolving while enjoying their weekly hands-on digital lessons.

Recently, Tewantin State School hosted teachers from around the region in the use of digital tools.

The aim of the workshop was to introduce and familiarise teachers with the new Technologies Curriculum in both the digital and design strands.

As a launch school for the Digital Technologies Curriculum in 2016, Tewantin State School is leading the way in this area.

The school has been trialling the resources provided by the education department and has worked closely with Kaye North, STEM Champion for the North Coast Region.

Teachers from around our region familiarised themselves with the new Technologies Curriculum at Tewantin States Schools training workshop.

During the workshop, teachers engaged with a range of digital tools and looked at showcase activities that Tewantin has been implementing with their students.

Teachers engaged with robotics using Ozobots, Edison Robots and Beebots and also looked at coding through the use of these robots and the visual coding program, Scratch.

Teachers also engaged with digital tools that allowed them to design and invent new items by creating interactive posters with Makey

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“I am proud to be principal of Tewantin State School; a school renowned for its academic achievements, an array of extracurricular opportunities and its safe and supportive learning environment,” Ms Connors says.

“Our staff works hard to combine proven traditional teaching methods with current effective strategies, including the integration of technology as a teaching tool,” she says. ●

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The students on Nanjing Road in China. and laughing with each other was enlightening.

“China has grown our students and built on their character strengths for life of courage, wisdom and humanity.”

The Year 6 group also ran into Class of 2013 graduate Jackson Barton, who now studies Business and interns with the Australian Trade Commission in Shanghai.

“I’ve been in China now since August of last year, and it has been a brilliant experience,” Jackson said.

“Reflecting back on learning Mandarin at St Andrew’s, where else would I want to spend a year abroad other than the diverse, dynamic melting pot that is China?”

“It was lovely to catch up with the Year 6 students and teachers, and I wish them all the best with their Mandarin studies throughout senior school.” ●

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EVENING WITH BEES An Evening with Australian Native Bees, presented by Arts Culture Eumundi, will be held on Friday 19 May at the Eumundi School of Arts Hall from 6.30pm. Renowned entomologist and author of The Australian Native Bee Book (2016 Whitley Awards), Tim Heard, along with ecologist and native bee expert, Tobias Smith, will explain the situation in global crop pollination and the role these fascinating insects can play in addressing it. Local beekeeper and crop consultant Chris Fuller will discuss his use of native bees for pollination. A panel discussion and intro to a working hive will also feature.

GIRL’S LUNCHEON The Thursday Girl’s next luncheon is on 25 May at 12.30pm at Rococo Noosaville. Cost is $35 includes a complimentary glass of wine or beer. Phone Neridah on 0408 882 512 by 19 May if you would like to attend.

All money raised goes to an education programme for underprivileged children.

CHURCH STALL The Presbyterian Church of Tewantin will hold a street stall on Friday 19 May from 8am till 12.30pm outside the Bendigo Bank, Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. A range of cakes, slices, biscuits and home baked produce will be available for sale as well as craft items.

ENVIRONMENT FORUM It’s fast, it’s small, a master of camouflage, and critically endangered. Coxen’s Fig Parrots, Cyclopsitta coxeni are small parrots, predominantly green with a stout build. An area in the Noosa hinterland has proven to be a hot spot over the decades for sightings of this elusive little bird. This week at Noosa Parks Association Friday Environment Forum, Raphael O’Flynn and Ilana Kelly from Noosa and District Landcare will explain their approach in looking for this bird. Join the audience at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive Noosaville on Friday May 19 at 10.30am to learn more about the conservation of the Coxen’s Fig Parrot. Visit www.noosaparks.org.au <http://www.noosaparks.org.au> for more information. Those wanting to learn more about the birds of Wallace Park are invited to join Valda at 8.30am at the Environment Centre car park.

BRAIN HARMONY Noosa Family Chiropractic will host an interactive workshop on children’s growing brain and amazing life potential on Friday 26 May at 9.15am at 220 Edwards Street, Sunshine Beach. This month’s topic is Parenting for Brain Harmony. Everyone welcome, child friendly and children supervised. Phone 5474 8338 to book a spot.

ANIME FILM FUNDRAISER Good Shepherd Lutheran College will hold a one off screening of a recent release anime film to fundraise for a student exchange program to support students from Noosa’s visit to sister city Hodatsu-Shimizu Japan in September arranged a special screening of a latest anime. Japenese teacher Meghann Tello said the movie, A Silent Voice, won best anime film at the Japanese Academy Awards this year and was released in Australia over Easter in limited cinemas to rave reviews. A Silent Voice is rated M and will be screened 48 NOOSA TODAY

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WEEKLY ROSTER FOR MEALS ON WHEELS Weekly roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels for the week Monday 22 to Friday 26 May. Monday drivers: Helen and John, Marie, Anne and Phil, Andrew, Judy and Julie, Doug and Claudia, Margaret and Michelle.

Kitchen: Martina, Teresa, Len, Neil.

Tuesday drivers: Graham, John Mc, Rob and Kevin, Jan and Bob, Tania and friends, Fiona, Robin.

Kitchen: Jo, Christine, Mark, Suzanne.

Wednesday drivers: Bev and Tony, Council, Gary, Liz and Liz, Rhonda and Heather,

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Kitchen: Judi, Jerry, Elfie, Glenis, Sandy.

Thursday drivers: Stewart, Margaret and Joan, Ray, Victor, Ingrid and Bob, Jan and Wendy, driver needed for run G. Kitchen: Christine, Elfie, Lois, John, Vicki.

Friday drivers: Bruce, Helen and Allan, Peter, Bob, driver needed for run E, Sam and Kevin, Joy. Kitchen: Sandy, Elfie, Mark.

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

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BY MARGARET MACCOLL The Doo Wop music of the 1950s made popular by bands like The Platters and The Drifters, will be rocking the annual Biggest Morning Tea event run by the Noosa branch of Cancer Council Queensland at the Noosa Boathouse, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville on Thursday 25 May at 9.30am for 10am start.

Event organiser Annie Evans said each year the event grew and so did the money raised.

“Last year we raised $3000. We’re hoping for more this year,” she said.

“A hundred per cent of the money raised goes to the Council Council.

Businesses supply the venue and donate items to the raffle. Volunteers provide the morning tea. It really does help make a difference.”

And just how much of a difference the money raised will make to the in Japanese with English subtitles at Noosa BCC Cinema on Sunday 28 May at 1pm.

RED CROSS MEETING The Tewantin Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross will hold its monthly meeting on Friday 19 May at the Noosa Council Chambers, Tewantin commencing at 9.30 am. Members and guests welcome.

NATIONAL SENIORS The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa National Seniors will be held on Thursday 18 May, at 9-30am at the Tewantin RSL for morning tea followed by our meeting. Our guest Entertainer is Karen Thomsen, a singer and songwriter. Everyone welcome. Phone Norm 5474 0919.

MIGRATORY SEA BIRDS If you’ve ever wondered where migratory birds come from and where they go, why they travel so far or what path they take University of Queensland PhD candidate Robert Clemens has the answers. Robert represents both Birdlife Southern Queensland and the Queensland Wader Study Group. He will be sharing his knowledge on migratory sea birds as part of the Noosa and District Landcare 2017 Workshop Series. His talk will be held from 5pm on Thursday 18 May at Rural Futures Centre, Pavilion Street, Pomona.

RSVP by Monday 15 May to info@noosalandcare.org or phone 5485 2468.

TEWANTIN GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club will be held on 12 June, 2017.

The club meets on the second Monday of each month (except December and January)

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Tewantin Noosa Meals on Wheels is currently looking for kitchen volunteers. One extra person each day is required for Monday through to Friday for general kitchen duties from 7.30am to 11.30am. Food Safety Training will be given as part of volunteer training.

Drivers and co-drivers are also required for monthly roster from 11am to 1pm.

YOGA AND MEDITATION Free 90 minute gentle classical yoga will be on Thursdays at 5.30p and Saturdays at 8.30am at the CWA Hall in Tewantin by experienced yoga teacher (not school holidays or public holidays). Saturday classes are followed at 10.15am by easy deep peace meditation and relaxation. Phone Dagmar on 5448 3113.

SOCIAL DANCING Every Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9.30pm Pat and Norm Young organise a social ballroom dancing evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. The cost is $4, which includes supper. It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing. Come and be a Spectator and see if you will enjoy it. Everyone is welcome. Phone 5485 2007 for more information or come and visit.

FAMILY HISTORY WORKSHOP Cancer Council’s Annie Evans. organisation will be discussed by a Cancer Council spokeswoman at the morning tea.

In 2015, research grants through Cancer Councils totalled more than $70.5 million. As a charity, it relies on the generosity of supporters like you to really make a difference.

To book phone Annie on 0409 385 566. ● at 1.30pm for a 1.45 start, in the Catholic Church Hall at 5 Moorindil Street Tewantin.

Regular guest speakers, plant sales and prizes. June speaker is Kim Edwards with a demonstration on Classic Kokedamas (hanging moss plants). Visitors welcome. Contact Helen Brown on 0402 107 716.

PROBUS CLUB MEETING Noosa 2010 combined Probus club invites visitors to join member in attending a meeting on Tuesday 13 June at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club at 9am for 9.30am start. Our club is an association of retired and semiretired people who enjoy the opportunity to keep their minds active, expand interests and enjoy the fellowship of new friends. Activities include bus outings, monthly dining, gardening and walking groups and guest speakers.

Phone David on 5447 1243 or 0416 131 692.

SANTA’S CLASSY HELPERS Santa’s Classy Helpers will have an afternoon tea at Padstows, 1 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Junction, on Friday 19 May at 2.30pm. They will be collecting liquid laundry detergent, pegs and laundry baskets.

RSVP by Wednesday 17 May.

THEOSOPHY SOCIETY Theosophy is not a religion and meetings are open to all members of the public. This week’s topic is Serenity of Being presented by Kevin Thompson. The talk is based on the meaning of life, and practical applications will be discussed as to how one can change their life to a better balance between body, mind and soul.

It is on Friday 19 May at 7pm at CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin. Donation $3. Phone Janet on 0416 442 962.

A workshop for beginners in family history to be held at Heritage Centre, 17 Emerald Street, Cooroy from 1-3pm on Saturday 20 May. Win Wynn, an experienced member of Cooroy-Noosa family and local history group, will hold the class for new members and anyone interested in exploring their family history. Phone 5442 5570 or visit www.genealogy-noosa.org.au for more information.

FOOD AND WINE CLUB Want to know how to identify good wines and food? Want to know how to match wine and food and enjoy good company in the process? Then come along to a dining experience conducted by the Noosa Beefsteak and Burgundy Club. We invite you to join us at one of our monthly dinners at a local Noosa restaurant. The club meets on the third Wednesday of the month. If you would like to attend, phone secretary Max Bourne on 0412 728 911.

INNER SELF-EXPLORATION Open the door to your inner-self by reclaiming stillness of an unhurried life. Meet likeminded people sharing spiritual possibilities in directed conversation and meditation by exploring the spiritual wisdom of modernday teachers and ancient traditions. Weekly meetings in Noosaville on Thursdays from 1-2.30pm. For more information email consciouspotential6@gmail.com or leave you details on 0400 642 865 and we will return your call.

UKULELE LESSONS Enjoy ukulele lessons for raw beginners. No musical background needed. Join in the fun.

Adult class starting soon. For details contact Cherry The Ukulele Lady on 0410 573 629.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Cancer Council Queensland is reaching out to locals affected by cancer by hosting a free morning tea on Friday 2 June from 10-11.30am at Kawana Library, 30 Nanyima Street, Buddina. Cancer patients, survivors and carers are invited to the Sunshine Coast Cancer Support Group for a morning of support and information. For more information or to advise of dietary requirements call Cancer Council’s 13 11 20 or email maroochydore@cancerqld.org.au noosatoday.com.au

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MARC GRANGER TAKES THE PROGRESSIVE LEAD NOOSA GOLF SATURDAY There were 209 players in the sixth round Progressive at Stableford - Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners - A Grade: Marc Granger 42, Timothy Storrer 40, Mike Quincey 39 c/b; B Grade: Dave Tebbutt 42, Derek Pousette 40c/b, John Purdue 40; C Grade: Dieter Hoffmann 42, John Kerr 41, Christopher Rowlinson 40.

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Coghlan, Van Vignon and Margaret Dodd; Runnersup: Joan Pyers, Lyndal Hughes and Marlene Trembath.

THURSDAY Ivory Palms Jackpot Pairs - Winners: Yvonne Ambrey and Ralphe; Runners-up: Steve Chandler and Jennie Smith.

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Ball Run Down: Sally Prosser 39, Gary Roper 38, Ken Clapham 37, Leo Sorrenson 37, Ken Chapple 36, Darren Simmonds 36, Ray Edgar 36, Albert Cobb 36, Patricia Bloor 36, Mike Boyle 35, Michael Gooding 35, Maurice Bloor 35.

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LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT

Tyler Wright.

A FEAST OF WAVES Silly old fool walks on water.

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TYLER BACK IN YELLOW While Noosa was feasting on waves (as a prelude to feasting on food and wine this weekend), the Oi Rio Pro was benefitting hugely from having moved out of crowded, polluted Rio de Janeiro and into pretty Saquarema, 100 kilometres out of town, where reigning world and event champ Tyler Wright made the most of clean, playful conditions to take out the Women’s Pro and move to the top of the leader board with Stephanie Gilmore.

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and Tyler’s big brother Owen through to the quarter finals and in contention, while rankings leader John Florence is out, so it’s entirely possible that by the time you read this the Wright siblings might be leaving Brazil in matching yellow jerseys.

Wouldn’t that be cool!

KELLY TAKES A SICKIE Meanwhile, another of my all-time favourite pro surfers, Kelly Slater, unsurprisingly took a sickie from Brazil, claiming a bad back.

It’s no secret that Kelly is not a fan of Rio, having skipped the event more often than not in recent years, but this year - perhaps his last at 45 - he had committed to surfing the entire tour, until a “niggling back injury” forced him to take a rain check at the last minute.

Funny then, that while the other pros were dodging the gnarly backwash of Saquarema, Kelly was trading waves at Snapper Rocks with our mate Mark “Mono”

Stewart, the two-times world adaptive champion, who innocently posted on social media how much fun he’d had surfing with the other champ, who was very interested in Mono’s adaptive board shapes.

Busted, Kel! No doubt the 11-times world champion will be back in peak fitness next week when the tour moves to his favourite stop, Tavarua in Fiji, for the inaugural Outerknown Fiji Pro. For those of you on the outer when it comes to OK, this is Kelly’s cutely-named and well-intentioned luxury surf designer brand, which aims to save the world by selling $100 tee shirts.

I shouldn’t be cynical about this, because as the website claims, “part of the proceeds go to the Mexican factory where they were made”. How much actually funnels back to the hombres in the sweatshop is not clear, but it’s worth noting that OK’s parent company is the Kering Group, a Parisbased mega-corporation that owns Gucci,

Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, as well as slumming it with Volcom and Outerknown.

The $US25 billion company turns over about $US12 billion a year for a $US700 million profit. I guess they can afford to throw a few pesos to the peons, not to mention a million at a WSL event. And if Kelly’s going to have one last blast on tour this year, despite all of the above, I’d love to see him do it at pumping Cloudbreak, a real wave he has made his own.

FOOTNOTE: If you can drag yourself away from the food tents in the Woods this weekend (and that’s a big ask) I’ll be nicking down to the Big Screen Cinemas in Caloundra on Saturday for a 12.15pm matinee screening of our film Men of Wood and Foam, as part of the Sunshine Coast Surf Film Festival. I’ll be introducing it and doing a Q and A afterwards, so if you haven’t caught up with it, love to see you there, the last Sunnie Coast screening for six months.

Tickets available at scsff.com.au ●

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I guess there have been better runs of east swell in living memory, but I can’t recall any that I’ve enjoyed as much as last week’s.

It just kept on coming, and even when the crowds cottoned on, generally speaking there was a mellow vibe in the water with plenty of waves to share. I seemed to be in sync with Josh and Anna Constable, hitting the water at much the same time every day, and on several occasions we were shaking our heads in disbelief and laughing out loud as set after set hit the point and peeled mechanically down the perfect bank.

The surfing De King family - Fenna, Jason and William - seemed to be there all day every day having a ball, and I’ve borrowed a couple of Fenna’s excellent snaps to give you the feel if you had to work, or were engaged in some other silliness. It’s funny how you travel the world looking for waves and sometimes find the best at your local.

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BEAKY STARS FOR DOLPHINS

BY JON LEWIS NOOSA DOLPHINS

The Under 10 Eumundi Dragons put in a great effort on Saturday. Picture: MEGAN NURSE

HARD-FOUGHT WIN TO CONFIDENT DRAGONS EUMUNDI DRAGONS UNDER 8 The Under 8 Eumundi Dragons played two games last weekend against Matthew Flinders Anglican College and the Caloundra Rugby Union Club. Hosted by Sunshine Coast Rugby Union Club at the USC rugby fields, the Dragons battled two strong adversaries in cold, wet, windy weather.

The team’s confidence is certainly high with their training during the week really starting to pay off.

Ball security, awareness and support are three key fundamentals the team has been working on and were on display at the weekend. The first game against Flinders was try scoring affair, with the Dragons taking out the game 13 tries to 6. Tom topped the tally with 5 tries building on a great effort from last week, with Will, Jack and Cody also crossing the white line. Team defence was solid with all players working well together to close down many breakaway opportunities and protect their lead.

As expected the second game was a much closer affair with the lead switching several times over the course of the game. However, the Dragons came out on top in the end winning 7 tries to 6. With the wild weather intensifying, the Dragons knuckled down keeping the ball in hand and

used their ruck and mauling skills to maintain possession for countless phases. Notable moments in the game were turnovers from Cody and Louis resulted in tries to Will and Tom and close offloads from Toby and Jack resulted in tearaway runs by Alex and Cody.

The Cooroy Harvest Fresh Fruit Shop gelato voucher for Player of the Week went to Louis for his consistent effort over the two games.

The Dragons are always looking for more boys and girls to join the club and encourage families that might be interested to check out the Eumundi Dragons Rugby Union Facebook Page or come down to training on Thursdays from 4.30pm at the Eumundi Showground oval to meet the crew.

UNDER 10 A spirited effort from the whole team right from the first whistle. Outplayed on the scoreboard but not in heart showed for two halves. Heads did not go down and they kept toiling away especially in defence. Shout out to Richard the coach who has been training them hard and it showed. Chanar Marks wins coaches award for his training and gusto shown in the game. Thank you to Grammar for a hard game played in good spirits. ●

BE READY FOR REP COUNTRY RUGBY

BY JON LEWIS

Representative Country Rugby starts at Noosa this weekend with the South East Queensland Country Carnival to be hosted on the Sunshine Coast.

Matches involving the Sunshine Coast, Darling Downs and Gold Coast are to be played primarily at Noosa on Saturday and Sunday with players competing for positions in the South Queensland side and ultimately the Queensland Country team.

Vice President of Queensland Country Rugby Greg Dodd says the rep program is designed to give country players a pathway to higher honours.

“Playing for Country is a real honour and allows the players to display their talents before Brisbane premier club scouts. This weekend alone, we expect Queensland selectors to be on hand to get an early appreciation of 54 NOOSA TODAY

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that talent,” Dodd says.

The Noosa Dolphins have a proud history of Queensland Country representative players and this year will be no different.

“Given the great season Noosa have had, I expect to see 12 Dolphins in the squad of 23, which is a fantastic tribute to that club,” Sunshine Coast Stingrays assistant coach Stu Nolan said.

“The standard of rugby will be high so it is a great opportunity for locals to see the next level,” Nolan said.

Caloundra hosts the first round on Friday night (SC v GC) with games then moving to Noosa with free entry to all.

- Saturday: Darling Downs v Gold Coast commencing with Under 19 at 3.30pm and Opens at 5pm.

- Sunday: Sunshine Coast v Darling Downs with Under 19 at 1.30pm and Opens kick off at 3pm. ●

Thursday, 18 May, 2017

EAGLES JUST TOO GOOD

BY BEK ROLLASON NOOSA EAGLES Congratulations to the Under 6 Black team having a win against Caloundra Black, 5-3.

Goal shooters were Myles, Charlie and Zach. Well done to the whole team who showed outstanding sportsmanship by playing part of the game each on the opposing team to make up players! Congratulations to Eli for receiving man of the match for outstanding play on the field.

An exciting game for our Under 9 Black who also had a win against Caloundra Black 8-6.

Goal shooters were Rohnan, Iggie, Lenny and Storm.

Coach, Gareth was very proud of the outstanding sportsmanship showed by Alexander, Storm, Jaymie, Iggie and Kallum for playing for the opposition to make up teams.

Alexander stepping in as their goaly and stopping goals scored from his own team - great work Alexander!

Congratulations to Lenny for receiving man of the match for his fantastic show of skill in all areas of the game. ●

Mud, blood and brutal defence was the order of the day for the Dowling and Neylan Noosa Dolphins A Grade top of the table clash with Caloundra on Saturday.

The Dolphins maintained their unbeaten record for 2017 in the hard fought 22-19 victory with both sides leaving nothing to chance.

Early rain suggested a forwards battle and no one was left disappointed with both packs giving plenty, but it was the defensive display of Noosa’s Kyle Beaky that left the spectators gasping. Leading the young backline, Beaky appeared to be on a mission as he targeted the Caloundra inside backs.

Early tries to Aaron Dianni and Shayden Dowd set the pace, but the lighthouses were quick to respond with both sides locked 12all at half time.

The backline combination of Beaky and Will Rogers put together a planned move early in the sec-

ond half creating a gap for Brandon Mayhew to score and extend the Dolphins' lead, but the Lighthouses were not done - getting within three points and attacking the Dolphins' line for the last two minutes of the game.

The stiff defensive effort though was enough to see the Dolphins home. The pleasing aspect again for Coach Mick Phelan was the fact his squad still has seven regular A Graders out with injury.

“It’s performances like this that really galvanises the senior squad because it give the replacement players a chance to prove their worth, which they well and truly did under pressure,” Phelan said. “Because of injuries, we only had two forwards on the bench and simultaneous blood bins for Dave Grant and Todd Carroll saw Tom Philpot, normally an inside back, having to make his 2017 debut as a replacement back row.”

Kyle Beaky’s efforts were rewarded with Man of the Match award with John Southern and Dave Grant again both in the points. ●

FANCY FOOTWORK FROM MATAI AND ETHAN

BY LUCY WHITEHILL NOOSA DOLPHINS Under 7 - Noosa Dolphins v Caloundra First game this week was against Caloundra and with some awesome teamwork and on-going passing skills tries were being scored all over the university grounds. This shows the hard work these boys and the coaching team are putting in each week. Matai worked particularly hard in learning the game and showing his skills in his first season. The rain set in and with thanks to the great commitment from parents standing in the rain cheering, this encouraged the boys to pull out some fancy sidesteps which Caloundra could not keep up with.

Under 7 - Noosa Dolphins v Saints For the second game, the boys continued with fierce attack and defence against Saints and we had awesome hard work from Ethan who managed to to go over the line this week for his first ever try and then continued on his rampage to score two more tries - well done!

Dominoes Pizza Players of the Day were Ethan Marshall and Matai Paletaoga.

Under 9 - Noosa Reds 45 def Caloundra 35 A spirited Lighthouse team were fired up and eager to gain rare dominance over a Noosa team.

They did exactly that as they shot out to a 15-0 lead while the complacent Reds wiped the sleep from their eyes.

Charlie Harmer was again exceptional with massive metres gained and topping the tackle count. The Reds took Charlie's lead and with some hard graft against

a huge forward pack, the forwards managed to secure a platform and patiently clawed back a late victory.

The Reds won’t be proud of this outing and will look to make amends against a formidable Brothers side next weekend. ● Domino’s Pizza Player of the Match was Charlie Harmer.

Under 10 - Noosa Dolphins 46 def Caloundra 0 In Flinders’ Fields the Under 10 Dolphins marched forward like true warriors, battling from the opening whistle, pounding and pounding the defence until, inevitably, Caloundra collapsed. Captain Harry led like a general, scoring the first try and setting up Major Max for the second. Oscar showed true officer material, thrusting aside tacklers for three magnificent tries. Out of the forward trenches, Joey returned a kick-off for twenty impressive metres, while Justin bolted down the sideline for sixty metres - unlucky not to score. Forward tanks Will A, Daniel, Oliver and Oscar steamrollered the opposition. The backs, including Klay, Cooper and Clancy, snipered away, inflicting lethal attacks. Further successful missions

by Mackie, Atticus and Mali ensured that the legend of the Noosa Under 10s shall always be remembered, in Flinders’ Fields.

Domino’s Player of the Match was Will Auckland.

Under 12 - Noosa Dolphins v Maroochydore Noosa Dolphins took on a much bigger and experienced Maroochydore team this week. The Dolphins worked tirelessly in defence but were out-classed by the Swans.

Noosa was defeated 65-0.

Man of the Match was Archie Livingston. ● noosatoday.com.au

SPORT TODAY

FIGHTERS IN PROFESSIONAL ARENA

BY RON LANE Noosa’s first ever venture into the world of professional boxing had its difficulties, but to a certain degree it was a success.

On Saturday evening fight fans packed into the Noosa Leisure Centre in support of The Long Time Coming Boxing Tournament.

Under the promotion of Jamie Productions, the fight card (ten events) was a mixture of cooperate bouts and Thai Kick boxing; there were no amateurs. “Being the first ever professional tournament to be held in Noosa, we were a bit concerned as to the support,” said promoter Jamie Myer, a veteran of eighteen years. “But as it turned out there was no worries as we finished with a full house.”

A big attraction for the fans was that local fighters were on the card.

Jackson King and Casey Caswell of NBO, were about to make their first appearance in the professional ranks after a very successful amateur career. Also another local lad Matt Mbye was listed as a Modified Thai Kick Boxer.

“Locals on the card were great attraction.

Now we are looking at the possibility of another event later in the year. If all goes well we could make two fight nights a year a constant thing.” For the local crowd the professional debut for both King and Caswell had arrived.

For King, a southpaw boxing in the super middleweight division, his walk up aggressive style saw him take control from the first bell. With good use of a right jab and his ability to score with in fighting on the ropes he won Rounds 1 and 2. His opponent, Pramool Boonpok, was unable to come out for Round 3.

Jackson King.

Despite a four year layoff Caswell, boxing as a cruiserweight showed promise. Training under Israel Kani, both King and Caswell entered the ring in top condition.

Round 1 saw Caswell box strongly and finished the round well on top. However his opponent Rob Ferguson shocked the crowd in Round 2 by coming back hard showing lots of courage.

Combinations to the body by both fighters plus heavy exchanges on the ropes looked as if the fight could go either way. However, in Round 3, with Caswell staying in close and constantly shifting his combinations he took control. This resulted in his being awarded a TKO in that round.

Matt Mbye who fought Jye Simpson in a Modified Thai Bout, moved in quickly

HOOK, LINE & SINKER

to catch his opponent off balance. Pinning Simpson on the ropes he caught him with repeated knee kicks which resulted in him in being awarded the fight. For this young man he now has four fights for four wins.

The main event of the evening was a Super Middleweight Muay Thai Bout between two highly ranked and experienced fighters, Eli Madigan of Black Mountain and Nick Trask of Ipswich.

However it came to a disappointing finish in Round 1 when Madigan suffered a bad head gash from an elbow strike which resulted in his trainer/father Paul, rightfully calling a halt. “Tough decision for Dad but he did the right thing,” said Madigan.

Regarding his four year break from boxing, Caswell who works as a sales

Israel Kahn and Casey Caswell. manager in insurance said, “I wanted to get my private life in order and then peruse a career as a professional-and that is what I have done. The fight was tougher than I expected, I just couldn’t put him down.”

As a result of a head clash in round1 Caswell suffered a minor eye cut - but enough to delay his next fight. Coach Israel Kani said, “For both our boys, it was a start but they know they have a long way to go; and it definitely won’t be easy.”

One thing that must be taken into account in the professional arena is the selection of opponents - and an honest appraisal of all performances.

Let’s not forget that this, the Sweet Science, is the toughest of all sports. ●

NOOSA WEATHER FORECAST MANGROVE JACK

THURSDAY Possible shower

COOLER WEATHER CHANGES THE WAY WE FISH With the cooler change over the last couple of weeks, water temperatures have continued to drop.

This is great news for anglers as this will really bring on the winter species.

On the beaches, the winter bream are really starting to show up with good numbers of fish over the 30cm mark being taken.

Just remember if you get a real big one “40cm plus” this is a very old fish and great breeding stock so best to take a photo and release it to continue the betterment of the species.

Also coming from the beach has been some nice jew, tailor and of course dart.

Pilchards, fresh mullet, prawns and whitebait have all been working well.

There are plenty of good gutter around at the moment so best to head to the beach at the start of the run-in tide to spot the best ones to fish.

Don’t forget those worming plyers at the moment as there are plenty of worms on offer on the low tide.

Offshore things are really starting to change as offshore anglers shift their focus from pelagics to more reef species.

The closer reefs like the Jew Sholes, Sunshine and Halls, have been a bit hit and noosatoday.com.au

Eliza Diete with a 40cm flathead. miss and have been producing quite a number of undersize fish, this will only improve as the water cools and the bigger fish move onto the closer reefs.

Still, some anglers have been picking up some quality snapper, sweetlip, cod and jewies.

For the angler that has been making the trip to the outer deeper reefs there are some

great quality fish hitting the decks including snapper to 5kg, bigger pearl perch, kingies and Sampson fish.

There are still good schools of tuna around but they are a bit timid. Fishing upwind from them and casting around the edges of the school is the key.

Mackerel have also been accounted for with some big fish coming from the southern reefs around Maroochydore.

In the Noosa River, the mouth has been one of the prime spots with bream, tailor and trevally all taken on the incoming tide, again bait has been the most popular but some anglers have been using lighter gear with smaller soft plastics. Cast out with a fairly quick retrieve, these soft plastics have been chomped buy some big fish.

Heading upstream, Woods Bay and the back of the Noosa Sound is fishing well for trevally, queenfish and large bream. The bigger tide has been the evening tide so a night fish has seen some good results.

Poppers and surface walkers have been getting some great results as the fish are tending to feed on the surface.

So on behalf of Jack Mangrove, best of luck on your fishing adventures! ●

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