Noosa Today - 26th October 2017

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What a week to come with the Noosa International Film Festival this weekend and Noosa Tri just around the corner, both set to draw crowds once again to the area.

There’ll be plenty of celebrities watching as Noosa locals rub shoulders with some of the greats in the film industry and sporting stars.

And thanks to a series of short online shows, the work of another famous Williamson, Noosa lifestyle has come under the microscope in a light-hearted way.

This week we have the privilege to feature the Sunshine Butterflies and the amazing journey of Leanne Walsh and her team.

Inspired by an ambition to do the best they could for their son Curtis and with no reliance on government handouts they have set up an organisation helping change the lives of hundreds of people in the community. ●

Australian rock music’s most enduring talents and twice inducted in to the ARIA Hall of Fame, Ross Wilson is making his way to Villa Noosa next week and you could be in the front row.

From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock, as a solo artist, or as songwriter of A-grade classics such as Eagle Rock, Cool World and A Touch of Paradise, or producer of the legendary Skyhooks, Jo Jo Zep, The Johnnys and, more recently, The Screaming Jets, Ross’s involvement with success has continued unabated.

To win a double pass to see Ross in concert next Thursday, 2 November, (doors open at 7pm) simply email newsdesk@ noosatoday.com.au with your name, phone number and answer to this question: What is Ross Wilsons latest album title?

Winner will be contacted on Monday 30 October. ●

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NEWS Rich history revealed as the Hinterland threw open the doors of a number of iconic locations on the weekend ... check out our round-up and pictures on page 18.

THE FEED With guests over, or for that special event, or just because cooking is off the cards tonight ... the restaurants, bars and awesome eateries of the Noosa region come into their own. Check out our selection in The Feed this week ... pages 36-38.

PROPERTY VIEW Style and sustainability go hand-in-hand in this Sunshine Beach eco home set just a gentle stroll along the boardwalk from the beach, restaurants and shops.

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SPORT The Pirates pulled off the seemingly impossible this year and this week take time to thank volunteers, supporters and sponsors in a special eight-page feature ... pages 45-52.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… FEAST OF THE SCREEN Noosa International Film Festival (NIFF) begins today with filmmakers and enthusiasts from around the world converging on Noosa for all things cinematic.

Festival president Campbell Corfe said the festival, now in its second year, had built on last year’s success to grow interest in Noosa to become a filmmaker destination.

“We’ve had an excellent platform that we’re building on,” he said.

“It has an aspiration to create a film industry in Noosa.”

The festival is designed in three parts including international films, a series of workshops and the screening of some outstanding feature films including a world first with the release of the Australian thriller Jungle starring Daniel Radcliffe. There will be awards presented to the winners of the NIFF Open Short Film Competition at a special presentation this evening.

“We’ve had about 130-140 international films come in from 30 countries and we’ve curated them to 55 we’re presenting,” Campbell said.

Films will be screened at The J Theatre, Noosa Arts Theatre, Eumundi School of Arts Hall and BCC Cinemas Noosa.

He said filmmakers from across the world will travel to Noosa and take part

‘Jungle’ stars Daniel Radcliffe and is showing on Friday at 6.30pm in the festival and some will be involved in a series of workshops being staged at Peppers Resort and The J Theatre.

“We have people like director Rolf de Heer and sound man James Curry who will take people behind the scenes of their iconic films like Ten Canoes,” Campbell said.

“John Searle is coming back as founding patron. He will be presenting a screening of The English Patient for which he won an Academy Award.”

A world first will be the screening on Friday night of Jungle in which Daniel Radcliffe plays Israeli Yossi Ghinsberg

the BCC Cinemas Saturday and Sunday starting with the world’s first fully painted feature film, Loving Vincent (4pm) then John Seale revisits The English Patient with audience Q&A (6.45pm). On Sunday, see French romance Souvenir or I Am Not Your Negro told in the words of James Baldwin.

Short film sessions run all day Saturday and Sunday with films from 31 countries. A comedy session is at 4pm (The J) and finalists on Sunday evening.

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ATHLETES GIVE IT A TRI Athletes and fans will flock to Noosa next week to be part of the largest triathlon event in the world, the Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival to be held from 1-5 November.

The popularity of the event is evident by the sell-out of the Noosa Tri’s 35th anniversary individual entries within 48 hours.

The event kicks off with a swim starting off beautiful and calm Noosa Main Beach, a ride that takes in the scenery of the Hinterland and a run that soaks up all that Noosa has to offer.

The festival is a five-day event, celebrating sports, healthy lifestyles, fitness and fun. With an irresistible mix of sport and entertainment coupled with sun, sea and surf in one of Australia’s most popular destinations, Noosa, the event

who embarks on an improbable dream that turns into a harrowing journey when with two fellow adventurers they follow a charismatic acquaintance into the jungle.

NIFF’s premier Opening Night party is an event not to miss. Rub shoulders with cinema greats and visiting filmmakers, have your photo taken on the carpet and then get ready for a wild adventure as Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) takes us deep into the Bolivian rainforest in the thrilling new release, Jungle. Friday 6.30pm at BCC Cinemas.

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Web series, The Circle, written and produced by Felix Williamson (son of playwright David Williamson) which pokes fun at Noosa and those who migrate north from southern states has gone viral.

consists of various family, social and sporting activities for everyone to be a part of. The hero event of the festival on Sunday 5 November is the Noosa Triathlon, hosting more than 8500 competitors, making it the world’s largest standard distance triathlon. ●

Starring Rebecca Gibney, the series which began appearing on the Doman website this month follows the journey of two couples from Melbourne and Sydney who relocate to fictional Hibiscus Circle.

Felix’s wife Lizzy said the real location for the screening was her mum’s home on Witta Circle, Noosa Heads, and the inspiration came from friends and family who have moved away from the city to a more relaxed lifestyle.

“So many of my friends are doing it now, moving up to the Sunshine Coast,” she said.

“Rory (Williamson) did the seachange. A lot of my friends are after a lifestyle change.”

Rebecca Gibney with Felix Williamson.

Lizzie said Domain were branching into entertainment content and took up the series when Felix pitched the idea of the five-minute episodes to them.

“People want something that is quick and easy to watch,” Lizzie said.

She said her mum was initially concerned about the effect it might have on her neighbours.

“She was worried she wouldn’t have any friends left, but she loves it,” she said. ● Margaret Maccoll 201721004-LB21-17

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COVER STORY Leanne Walsh and son Curtis at Our Backyard.

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hen Leanne Walsh’s son Curtis was born 13 weeks premature and diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy it was “heart-breaking, lifechanging and challenging”.

Curtis is now a 22-year-old man whose greatest loves in life are music, motorbikes, sport, the Noosa Tigers Australian Football Club and his friends at Sunshine Butterflies.

Giving Curtis the life he now enjoys was the driving force behind the establishment of disability support service Sunshine Butterflies of which Leanne is founder and CEO and which currently assists about 500 members and employs 55 people.

During Curtis’s pre-school years the family lived in the border town of Albury Wodonga where they could access services from NSW and Victoria.

Leanne was very involved in and on the committee of a small educational playgroup, which gave her an insight into setting up such an organisation.

On moving to Noosa to be near family when Curtis was about five years old Leanne found it lacked support, respite and information.

“I got some families and friends together to create a

board so we could start a not for profit charity and disability service to provide everything I wished I could have accessed when I was a new mum,” she said.

Leanne had a very clear vision to create a “one-stop shop” for individuals living with disability and their families to provide information, support, resources and programs from a network of services.

“There was no flexibility within the sector,” she said. “I wanted that to change. I wanted to create an organisation that had family values and a real sense of community surrounding it. We have achieved that. As Curtis became older, I could see the gaps in service delivery and saw the need for creative life skills programs. I also discovered that there were so many young people without a service to attend during the week due to not receiving funding when they left school.

“Curtis didn’t particularly enjoy school so it was important that he didn’t join a traditional post-school service that lacked flexibility and would only allow him to attend a couple of days due to his funding. I wanted him to enjoy programs and activities that were fun and interesting and mostly I wanted him to be kept busy every day of the week. We made it our mission to make sure everyone out there could come to Sunshine Butterflies.”

The day programs started with Curtis and two other

members, whose families agreed to pool their post-school funding so they could all have a five-day program and employ two staff to kick the day program service off.

“Our programs gradually increased starting off with swim clubs, support groups and family care support and case management,” Leanne said.

“Our growth has been quite rapid with many new programs being offered which increased our membership.

“Opportunities to grow have increased with sponsorship and fund-raising opportunities and community support has been overwhelming to help us construct Our Backyard.”

Three years ago with $50,000 won in a Dick Smith Foods competition and another $50,000 raised with the help of the community Sunshine Butterflies had the $100,000 deposit they needed to buy a five acre property, Our Backyard, at Cooroibah, where they could achieve their vision.

“It is a learning, education and recreational facility, which provides life skills and learning opportunities to people of all ages and abilities,” Leanne said.

“Once completed, Our Backyard will allow us to provide existing services as well as many new exciting programs including job creation opportunities and animal enrichment programs for our members and the community.”

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Leanne said while their core business was to assist families when their children go through different life changes and when difficult challenges arise the list of programs continues to grow to meet the needs that arise.

“We have two swim clubs at Noosa and Kawana, three family support groups throughout the Sunshine Coast, an early intervention program for the little ones, social clubs, siblings programs, social enterprises, job and business creation, puppet disability education programs, in home and community based respite, post-school programs that include woodwork, art, drama, music, cooking, gardening and farm programs and after-school sport and fitness programs,” she said.

“We are lucky to have amazing staff and volunteers who facilitate weekly fitness, yoga and tai-chi sessions for our members to enjoy. We also have a fabulous fortnight of fun held between each term.”

The activities and programs at Sunshine Butterflies that Curtis enjoys have given him the confidence and social skills to enjoy a fabulous social life and learn new skills at his own pace. Curtis now oozes confidence and cheekiness.

It’s not only Curtis who has benefitted from Sunshine Butterflies.

A variety of people use Sunshine Butterflies services, from parents attending a support group or someone accessing the swim club to a school leaver joining a postschool program.

Also on offer is a personal fund-raising platform on the organisation’s website where families can reach their fundraising goals to purchase essential items that can’t attract government funding.

“We have families all over Australia using our fundraising platform,” Leanne said.

“Volunteers and student placements are also a massive part of our organisation - they use Sunshine Butterflies to learn, connect and get their foot in the door of the disability workforce”.

There are many stories of success among the organisation’s 500 members. One young man with Aspergers who Leanne is very proud of joined the service a few years ago after moving from interstate where he was home schooled and suffered severe anxiety.

“He could not engage or socialise and was often physically sick with nerves. Our music program coordinator introduced him to the drums, which he became very interested in which helped him with his confidence and social skills to get over his anxiety,” she said.

“His drumming ability is amazing and he now gives other members lessons each week. His confidence and social skills have improved beyond anything we ever imagined. We have now employed him as a landscape labourer in the Sunshine Gardens Landscaping team. His family is so proud of his achievements and the young man he has become. “Unfortunately his mum passed away a couple of years ago. She would have been so happy to see how far he has come and that everything she wanted for him has happened.”

One program the organisation is excited about is their animal enrichment program being design and developed to offer animal assisted therapy. The benefits of animal therapy are increasingly documented and the program has already gained attention from people across Australia and media outlets with TV show Totally Wild to screen a segment on

their farm later in the year.

“Animal therapy is very special,” Leanne said.

“The animals love being with our members who brush, stroke and pat them.”

Sunshine Butterflies does not receive any government funding, so an income stream was created to pay for all operational costs and program expenses.

This has been achieved with the setting up of a first aid training business, Allability Training, and a landscape and maintenance business they call Sunshine Gardens.

Both social enterprises employ qualified and experienced staff who are paid above award rates. The businesses return 100 per cent of profits back to the organisation.

With no reliance on government funding, Sunshine Butterflies is well-placed to transition to the NDIS and help families to benefit from the opportunities it may bring. “(We) no longer see ourselves as providers who deliver programs and instead see ourselves as innovators who create new products and services that deliver specific life outcomes for our members,” she said.

“It’s been exciting empowering families and helping them to think outside the square and see their excitement knowing their sons or daughters will have a life full of endless opportunities.”

While Leanne admits to underestimating the amount of hard work needed to set up Sunshine Butterflies to her “it has been worth every single battle and challenge to do so when I think of my son’s happiness and other members and families who all benefit from what started with a vision.” ●

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TWO MINUTES WORKS OUT

BY MARGARET MACCOLL Stealing two minutes to exercise as part of her daily chores helped get Lizzy Williamson moving again when she hit rock bottom with post-natal depression, and has resulted in a book she will bring to Noosa next week.

The wife of Felix Williamson (son of Noosa’s favourite playwright, David), and the mother of two young daughters, Lizzy had stopped doing any form of exercise or anything for herself.

“I went to see my doctor, and she gave me some treatment options. She said when you get on a plane they say to put your oxygen on first before helping others. I thought what can be my oxygen,” she said.

“I used to be a dancer; I needed to move my body.”

It was easy to find excuses like lack of time or equipment to not take any action.

Lizzy started fitting two-minute workouts into her day. It was just a few lifts of the washing basket while hanging out the laundry, squats while brushing her teeth or wine bottle lifts.

She realised other people would be struggling to fit in exercise in their days, so she started filming her workouts and sharing them with people on YouTube.

“I realised those two minutes are better than nothing, and it propels you to do a little more,” she said. “You notice how much exercise benefits your mental health.”

In her book, Two Minute Moves, Lizzie

HATS OFF TO RESTAURANTS The Sunshine Coast’s top seven restaurants were revealed this week, with the first ever national Good Food Guide awarding several eateries from across the region with top honours.

Noosa Heads’ Wasabi was the highest rated Sunshine Coast restaurant included in the 2018 Guide, receiving two hats from an independent, anonymous panel of reviewers.

Fellow Noosa restaurants Rickys River Bar and Restaurant, Harrisons by Spencer Patrick and Noosa Waterfront Restaurant and Bar all received one hat, as did Montville’s The Long Apron, Yandina’s Spirit House and Maleny’s The Tamarind. ●

BOOST FOR NOOSA LIBRARY Noosa Library will receive more than $800,000 towards its expansion and renewal including internal refurbishment, improved layout, learning, programming and meeting spaces. The grants are part of the State Government’s Works for Queensland funding to regional councils. ●

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Pictures: TANYA LAKE has photographed and explained 80 ways to get fitter and stronger, and included 20 recipes.

She will be talking about her book and philosophy on Saturday 4 November at 3pm at a free event at Annie’s Books on Peregian, 8 Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach. ●

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U-TURN ON KIN KIN AUCTION

BY MARGARET MACCOLL State Government-owned land beside Kin Kin Creek No.3 Bridge which was scheduled for auction on 27 October, has been taken off the market and an announcement made of safety upgrades to the area.

The 4128sqm property at 966 PomonaKin Kin Road was listed as surplus land for sale on the Department of Transport and Main Roads website and with Harcourts Noosa.

However, last Friday a Transport and Main Roads spokesperson said the land was no longer for sale.

The move follows concerns raised by residents and letters written by Noosa MP, Glen Elmes, to the Minister of Road Safety, Mark Bailey.

“Kin Kin Creek Bridge is a single lane bridge and is especially dangerous because of the hairpin approach to it on PomonaKin Kin Road, which could be addressed by using the State-owned land which is currently up for sale,” Mr Elmes said.

“The Department’s ability to use this land to straighten the existing road and upgrade this notorious one lane bridge is a gift and should be an integral part of their master planning and design that will ultimately address the community’s long-standing safety concerns.”

The government spokesperson said there were “no plans or funding allocated to straighten the road alignment or upgrade the bridge near the property (Kin Kin

The one-lane bridge follows a sharp turn.

Creek No.3 Bridge).

“We are progressively replacing/ upgrading the single-lane timber bridges across the state. Funding for this is carefully prioritised to ensure it is directed to locations demonstrating the greatest safety and capacity needs,” she said.

The spokesperson said an upgrade to the signage at the Kin Kin Creek No.3 Bridge to improve motorists’ awareness of the

single-lane structure and tight curves as well as vegetation clearing on the southbound approach to the bridge to improve visibility, would be included in a $1 million project scheduled to start later this month.

The project of improvements will be made to a 40km section of Kin Kin Road at prioritised locations through the Pomona, Pinbarren and Kin Kin areas, focused on identified and potential crash locations. ●

EXPLOSIVE DUO LANDS The Imperial Hotel Eumundi is excited to welcome UK outfit Z-Star Delta to Eumundi on Saturday 28 October as part of their Australian tour. The explosive duo features the electrifying award-winning frontwoman Zee Gachette deemed “one to watch” by BBC Radio 2 (drums and acoustic guitar), and guitar prodigy Sebastien Heintz, who effortlessly deliver a fascinating cinematic road trip of sound.

Zee’s hypnotic presence, bewitching raspy blue tones, big acoustic guitars and swampy grooves laced with Seb’s dark desert slide, psyche blues guitars and synth make for a beautifully dangerous concoction. From the acoustic sublime, to high octane rock. Sensual, expansive, powerful. The duo’s sound journeys through an intoxicating and experimental mix of country blues and desert rock.

Tickets are $10 at the Imperial Hotel.

Call on 5442 8811.

The hotel’s free courtesy bus operates Friday and Saturday nights from 5pm, and Sundays from 2pm, travelling to Eumundi, Belli Park, Cooroy, Doonan, Eerwah Vale, North Arm, and Verrierdale. Phone Gary on 0467 414 171 to book. ●

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GARDENS IN LOCAL HANDS The transfer of Noosa Botanic Gardens to council will put the popular attraction back in local hands.

The ceremony to celebrate the handover was attended by representatives from Seqwater and council, plus members of the Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens.

Mayor Tony Wellington said the transfer formalised council’s role in the day-to-day management of the gardens and gave the authority to start planning its future.

Seqwater acting CEO Dan Spiller said the handover was part of Seqwater’s commitment to work with the Noosa

Council and the community to deliver a number of key projects that include a major upgrade of the Lake Macdonald facility.

Mayor Wellington and council CEO Brett de Chastel joined Mr Spiller and Seqwater chairman Dan Hunt to plant a tree at the gardens today, to celebrate the occasion.

“Watergums are native to this area," the mayor said.

“As it grows, this one will attract butterflies and birds, which all add to the beauty and charm that have made the gardens such a special place to visit over the past 27 years," he said. ●

Planting a tree marked the changeover of the Noosa Botanic Gardens.

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An appeal against council’s decision to refuse an aged care facility for a site on Eenie Creek Road has been withdrawn.

Council’s Development Assessment manager Kerri Coyle said council welcomed the applicant’s decision to discontinue the Planning and Environment Court appeal and consider other Noosa sites.

Council refused the application for the 90-bed aged care facility in June, concerned the site, adjacent to national park land, posed a great a bushfire risk for an aged care.

“Council recognises that Noosa needs more aged care beds, but council resolved that the risk of placing a large number of elderly and frail people on a site that may face fires from the national park, or need to be evacuated quickly, was too great,” Ms Coyle said.

SECURITY GRANTS AVAILABLE Grants of up to $1million are available for local councils and community groups to install security to help beat crime and anti-social behaviour. The Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund encourages organisations to take up security projects, such as installing fixed or mobile CCTV cameras, security lighting and bollards. Applications for the Safer Communities Fund (Round 2) are open now until 14 November. For more information, visit https:// www.business.gov.au/assistance/ safer-communities-fund

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Swimming champion Jana Clancy, Noosa surf lifesaving club president Ross Fisher and Olympic triathlete Emma Snowsill are among more than 30 Noosa locals who will take part in the 2018 Queen’s Baton Relay.

Hundreds of people will get the opportunity to engage with the Baton, when it arrives in Noosa on Monday 26 March as part of the 100-day countdown to the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast.

It will be 60 years since a baton first carried Her Majesty’s message to athletes of the Commonwealth at the Cardiff 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Wales.

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JENKINS HANDPICKED FOR GREENS

BY MARGARET MACCOLL Techno wizard Phillip Jenkins is projecting his dreams through politics in his new role as Noosa and Hinterland Greens State Government candidate.

Voted in unanimously, the former Western Australian entrepreneur who admits to being a disillusioned Liberal voter was compelled to enter politics after seeing the destructive environmental scars being left on the landscape by mining.

“I used to live in Gladstone, used to go crabbing. Now it’s two gas ports. It brings tears to your eyes to see what they’re done, what they’ve done to the waterways. It’s upsetting.

“I’m all for development, but if we don’t have clean water and clean land we don’t live.”

Phillip was born in 1953, and he and his wife, Carol, have two daughters.

In 1990, Phillip began a business known as Audio Visual Consulting from his home, and based his business on experience rather than formal training.

In 2000, he established a software development business, PIVoD (Permanent installation Video on Demand), making control systems to manage multimedia presentations in museums and libraries.

The company won contracts for controlling and distributing multimedia to kiosks and exhibits at cultural institutions such as the Ontario Science Centre in Canada, the King Abdul Aziz Historical Centre in Saudi Arabia, and Museum Victoria’s Scienceworks exhibition.

Phillip built PIVoD up to be one of the most prominent players worldwide in the media streaming and control business.

The business employed more than 80 computer scientists and had three offices in Australia as well as offices in the USA, the Netherlands, and Dubai.

Phillip sold the company in 2007. Over the past 10 years, Phillip has served as a director of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research, the SciTech Discovery Centre in Perth, and the Alternative Technology Association in Melbourne.

Here in Noosa, Phillip provides management consulting services to both large and small businesses.

Regarded as one of the world’s highest profile designers, Phillip dreams up an audio visual concept for clients, then makes the contractual arrangements with

Karen Shlegeris, Duncan Macqueen and Valerie Lewis.

Greens team with campaign manager Ahri Tallon, second from right. electronics engineers, computer engineers, architects, computer programmers and interior designers around the world to bring it together.

He also designs and sells fine timber furniture from a small workshop in the Noosaville industrial estate.

Phillip is a keen sportsman and enjoys our wonderful Noosa life to the full. He’s an avid golfer and plays weekly. He’s also a keen cyclist who rides with a number of groups in Noosa. In June this year, he rode his bike, solo, from Rome to Paris via the Alps.

Noosa and Hinterland Greens last Friday launched their State Government election campaign with endorsed candidate Phillip Jenkins.

Campaign manager Ahri Tallon said the party needed people like Phillip with real life experience able to listen to the concerns of the people of Noosa and have the ability to problem solve.

Phillip believes a Greens representative in government would be in a position to use the balance of power to Noosa’s advantage.

Phillip believes that the next Queensland government will once again be closely divided with neither major party being able to form government in its own right without the support of the cross bench.

“This creates a great opportunity and great leverage for Noosa,” he said.

He aims to use the balance of power to bring state resources to support major local issues identified as the hospital, the TAFE, Beckman’s Road, local small business, and the Noosa River. ●

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LITTLE SEED, GREAT PRODUCE Hot on the heels of sell-out performances of Fiddler on the Roof last weekend, Little Seed Theatre Company has taken home nine awards at the Noosa Arts Theatre’s inaugural Shakespeare Festival.

Little Seed director Johanna Wallace says the wealth of talent on the Sunshine Coast is “truly inspiring”.

“So many of the young actors in Fiddler backed it up the following day with incredible, award-winning performances, which is just phenomenal,” Johanna says.

“On Saturday night, Virgo Nash played Golde, a mother of five daughters in preRevolutionary Russia. The next day, she transformed herself into Tybalt Capulet, the main antagonist in Romeo and Juliet.

“This shows a level of skill that is far beyond what we would normally expect from someone her age,” Johanna explains, adding that 14-year-old Virgo and her fellow actors took home the best dance and movement piece for Romeo and Juliet.

Among the other stand-out performances, 16-year-old Harper Ramsey was presented with the award for best overall senior performer for his take on Mercutio from Romeo and Juliet.

“Harper is 100 per cent committed to every role he plays, which is why he has won multiple awards for acting,” Johanna explains.

The best open duologue went to Jacqueline Elley and Tallow Montague,

Harper Ramsay, right, in Fiddler on the Roof. who reprised their roles from Romeo and Juliet.

“Jacqueline is only in Year 8, but took out the adult category with her mature performance.”

Sixteen-year-old Abigail Waugh, who played Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof to much applause, was presented with the best monologue in the open section for Lady Macbeth’s famous sleepwalking scene from Macbeth.

“Abigail stepped in with just two days’ notice, so this recognition is extraordinary,” Johanna explains.

“Little Seed is doing rich, full-length versions of plays and musicals. These young performers are so talented that the memory of the work they’ve done can be called upon with very little rehearsal.

I’m so proud of each of the performers

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Little Seed’s next production, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, plays at The J in January. www.little-seed.com.au ●

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The scams are like a phishing email but sent via SMS. Smishing is a security attack in which the user is tricked into downloading a Trojan horse, virus or other malware onto their phone or other mobile device.

The SMS messages are short and to-the-point, containing URLs that direct the recipient to fake mobile websites which are almost indistinguishable from the real thing.

Most ‘smishing’ attacks provide a link which if clicked, may take you to a dangerous website, asking you to complete personal information which can be used to hack your online (email or banking) accounts.

Police are saying to be wary of SMS messages urging you to “act now so you don’t miss out” or “click on this or you will get locked out”. Cybercriminals often create a sense of urgency to get you to click the link.

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Q&A

Mayor Tony Wellington with Seqwater chairman Dan Hunt after planting a native water-gum, endemic to the site.

Seqwater’s acting CEO Dan Spiller and chairman Dan Hunt with NBG’s Joan Cordell.

Noosa Botanical Gardens’ Friends Lee Marsden, Zita Hargeaves, Margaret Ibbs and Clare Stevenson.

Noosa Council’s Jackie Kelk and Glenda Cassidy with NBG Friend Joan Challenger.

Paul Thomas is the manager of the Imperial Hotel and Eumundi Brewery.

What is your earliest childhood memory?

Holidays by the lake staying in the “bach” (that’s Kiwi for holiday house) in Lake Hawea near Wanaka on the South Island of New Zealand.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A policeman.

What was your first job?

My first full-time job was as a bank officer with the National Bank of New Zealand (now ANZ).

What is your most treasured possession?

My wife. Enough said!

What’s your favourite book?

Anything by Lee Child. I good a good bit of escapism with Jack Reacher.

What do you do to relax?

Walks along the Noosa River or through the Noosa National Park. Pretty hard to beat.

What music or program have you been listening to/watching lately?

I’ve been playing lots of ’70s and ’80s vinyl lately - which can now be heard in the Tasting Bar of The Imperial Hotel. There’s nothing like the sound of vinyl and the grooves of one’s youth.

What is your greatest fear?

I dreamt last week that we ran out of beer.

More of a nightmare than a dream.

I certainly hope this doesn’t ever become reality. The popularity of our new Eumundi Brewery Lager and Eumundi Brewery Pale Ale is certainly seeing them selling fast

WELCOME TO A NEW KIND OF PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY

(thankfully our brewers are keeping up with the pace!).

What is your next challenge?

Launching our Eumundi Brewery Tasting Tours in the weeks ahead. Members of the public will be able to take a 60 minute tour of our 100-year-old hotel and new brewery.

They’ll hear about the history of brewing in Eumundi, discover what makes our craft beers so great, learn about the beer making process and enjoy a ‘tasting log’ (Eumundi is an old timber town after all!) of our new Eumundi Brewery Lager, Eumundi Brewery Pale Ale and other seasonal beers.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My health.

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TENNIS CLUB GETS A FREE FACELIFT

Skills Alliance students busy sprucing up the club.

An offer from Skills Alliance trainees to repaint their clubhouse inside and out for free was an offer Peregian Tennis Club accepted with much gratitude.

Court manager Andrew Veale said the small, three-court not-for-profit club needed to put aside any surplus funds towards re-surfacing its courts so members were thrilled to receive the repaint.

“This is not something the club had within its budget and it means our

clubhouse is back to its best. It looks great,” he said.

The club welcomed the Skills Alliance Community-Work-Skills Project team trainees from 9 to 13 October, along with their supervisor Gary.

The team is about to graduate after completing their Certificate I in construction by working on recreation spaces and facilities across the Sunshine Coast.

The clubs and facilities supplied the paint and materials and Skills Alliance did the rest.

The work team’s members also used their building skills to construct a new bench seat and re-furbish the club’s tired old noticeboard.

Peregian Tennis Club thanked the members of the crew for their hard work with a barbecue and drinks at the end of their final day. ●

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Noosa Heads Guest Wifi business, Time Out Internet, is one of 120 finalists in the 2017 Sunshine Coast Business Awards from 1000 businesses that entered.

There were 14 Business Award Categories and the Business Sector Time Out Internet have been nominated in is Technology with the Excellence Award Category of Innovation.

Winners will be announced at a gala awards event on Saturday 18 November.

Time Out Internet director Judy Senn being nominated was exciting as well as an involved process.

“Once you start delving into your business and looking at where you started, how you have evolved and where you are today, it’s an enriching experience” she said.

“It’s a team effort. I’m the sales and marketing person or “the mouth” as I like to call it and my partner, Peter Trollope, is the Technical and R and D person, “the brains”.

“We want to thank our customers for giving us a go, particularly in the early days and want to continue to support them and grow the business.”

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HINTERLAND’S HISTORY OUT IN THE OPEN

BY MARGARET MACCOLL It was a case of being in the right place at the right time for Ron West when he discovered Pomona’s Majestic Theatre while looking for a venue to stage the Sydney Film Festival’s travelling film festival in 1974.

Ron, the festival’s technical officer and organ player, got a call from film critic David Stratton to find a location on the Sunshine Coast to stage the travelling film festival, giving him only 10 days notice.

“Someone told me about a theatre in Pomona. I got hold of the man who owned it and begged him to say yes,” he said.

Crowds of 180-200 people turned up for each session making the venue the most popular of all visited by the travelling festival.

Ron bought the theatre that year and owned it until 2006.

He almost shut it in 1985 when competition from the newly opened cinema in Noosa Junction took away their customers.

Just in time he got a call from the entertainment officer at the then Hyatt Coolum looking for something with a touch of nostalgia for a group of travel agents.

“I put on a screening of Rudolph Valentino in Son of the Sheik and played the organ,” he said.

“I just made it up as I went along. They all fell about laughing.”

Word of the act spread and Ron continued running silent movies for the next 26 years.

The Majestic Theatre was one of 30 buildings to be viewed on Saturday as part of the inaugural Sunshine Coast Open House.

The theatre is now being operated and restored by volunteers, including Ron, from Pomona Arts Incorporated. The group has three committees, responsible for the theatre, railway station gallery, and arts and crafts market.

Theatre volunteers Don Clark and John Brooks have spent the past five years restoring the theatre’s organ. Don who retired from Channel 7 technical department brought the organ to the theatre from Brisbane to replace one that had been destroyed in a flood in 2012.

“It came from the Royal Theatre in Chester in England,” Don said.

“It was imported to Australia by Blair Linnet and put in his garage. He passed away 10 years ago. I knew about the organ and I negotiated with his family who donated it to the theatre. We began to take it out of the garage five years ago and bring it up here.

“It had to be pulled apart to the last screw and restored.”

There are some pipes still to replace and Don expects it to be completed early next year.

Also open to the public in town was the Pomona Fire Station opened in 2015 but built with a traditional facade to fit in with the historical buildings in the quaint town.

The crew at the high tech station have multiple roles fighting fires, attending to road crash rescues and assisting ambulance officers.

Captain Sam Spink said extreme drought conditions earlier in the year had made for a very busy time and a crew “on tenterhooks” fearing for disastrous fires but recent rains had alleviated the situation.

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Theatre committee president Cherie Bright and volunteer Vince Scheenhouwer.

Ron West sits at the organ in the Majestic Theatre, Pomona.

John Brooks and Don Clark at the Majestic Theatre organ.

Wendy Catlin has volunteered at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery for nine years.

Jackie Bazzo at the Majestic Theatre Pomona.

constructed in 1930 to replace a demolished timber factory. Built at a cost of 10,000 pounds and comprising a butter roller, churn room, cold storage and pasteurising room it quickly became one of the model factories of Queensland.

Increasing production costs and a decline in the dairy industry forced the factory to close in 1975.

Bought by Noosa Council in 1991 it became an arts centre, and in 2016 management was handed to the community Cooroy Future Group.

Visitors to the Open House had the chance to tour a range of architecturally diverse, well-designed and historic buildings and were able to learn more about them thanks to informed volunteers. ●

Elizabeth Diaz tests out a fire truck at the Pomona Fire Station.

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SOCIAL SCENE

A RIGHT ROYAL TREAT IN CLASSIC CARS

BY MARGARET MACCOLL The Combined Coastal Car Club was counting its blessings on Sunday when the rain cleared for the annual Cooroy Car Show and Swap meet at Johnson Park.

Club spokesman Brendan O’Brien said more than 100 cars and some serious money in the form of Ferraris, Jaguars, Porsches, classics and vintage cars attended the event.

The royalty claim definitely went to Lindsay Price for his 1934 Daimler which had been used in the coronation parade for King George VI. Bought by the marine engineer in 1999, the Daimler even boasts a doily containing the crocheted HRH emblem.

“It gets so many lovely comments,” said Lindsay, who has no plans to part with the vehicle.

And for enthusiasm you couldn’t go past Rob Jeffs and his 1948 Ford Mercury.

A motor mechanic by trade Rob has spent countless hours returning the car named Miss Emma to its original glory.

Rob said parts can be sourced from America where they are still being produced but it has taken him a bit of research to find people skilled to replace glass and take the little bumps out of its chrome strips. Rob treats his restoration as an ongoing puzzle.

“The greatest enjoyment is in solving the different problems you come across,” he said. ●

John and Suvipa Smith with their 1930 Ford Model A.

Rob Jeffs with Miss Emma, his 1948 Ford Mercury.

Brendan O'Brien at the car show.

Marilyn Monroe fan Jenny Cowley.

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Mick Boreham brought along his 1978 Ford Falcon.

Lots of eye candy for the car enthusiast.

Lindsay Price and his 1934 Daimler.

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TRY THIS … Tour de Noosa

SADDLE UP AND GIVE IT A TRI If you have ever thought about taking part in bike riding, then perhaps the Tour de Noosa - The Garth Prowd Ride is for you.

As a part of the Noosa Triathlon, the ride is a brisk recreational ride on a 28km course over a section of the Noosa Triathlon Bike course with all proceeds going towards the Garth Prowd OAM Triathlon Scholarship.

The ride is open to everyone young and old.

The scholarships continue the legacy created by Garth Prowd at the Noosa Triathlon in assisting athletes to reach their full potential.

Garth Prowd, the man affectionately known as the ’Godfather’ of Australian triathlon, a pioneer of sport tourism in Queensland and passionate athletes’ advocate had his life cut short earlier this year in a tragic accident. His incredible life and his contribution to Australian sport will be remembered.

Proceeds from the Tour de Noosa - The Garth Prowd Ride will go towards the Garth Prowd Triathlon Scholarship, an ongoing legacy program to continue his great work of creating opportunities and pathways for athletes.

The Tour de Noosa is on Friday 3 November. Meet at Noosa Heads Surf Lifesaving Club, 5am to 5.45am for Tour de Noosa Garth Prowd Ride Check In and Event Day Entries, for a 6am start.

Finish your ride at Cafe Le Monde and take advantage of their 2-4-1 coffee voucher.

Join the Noosa Tri this year and make a difference in the Tour de Noosa - The Garth Prowd Ride. inspiring legacy program.

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Noosa Tri Charity Golf Eighteen holes of golf on one of Noosa’s best playing courses.

Resident celebrity faces (TBC) at Noosa Tri time will join you on course. Enter as a team of four or individually. Thursday 2 November, at 11am, Noosa Golf Club, Tewantin.

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Come dressed in pink, and join some of Australia’s premier runners, for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

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IT’S NONE OF OUR BUSINESS BUT …

Occi and Mischa need a home.

CUTE PAIR LOOKING FOR LOVE At Noosa RSPCA dogs come and go, but every now and then a really special dog or two comes along.

Two German shepherd crosses Mischa and Occi have become the darlings of Noosa RSPCA but after a two month stay staff are wondering why no one has taken home the dogs they have grown to love.

RSPCA spokeswoman Kitty O’Brien said the challenge was to find someone willing to take both dogs as after spending their lives together they are inseparable.

“They’re quite dependent on each other. They play tug-o-war together. It’s quite sweet," she said.

The pooches are very friendly and very social and being middle aged are not high energy.

“We just love them. They’re just beautiful. They just want to be part of someone’s family.”

Mischa has hip dysplasia but having been put on a diet to lose some excess kilos and pain relief she has greatly improved.

Both dogs are vaccinated, desexed and microchipped.

Anyone wanting two delightful older dogs should go and visit them at the RSPCA at Hollett Street, Noosaville.

MISSING A PONTOON ANYONE? Rotary Rescue was called out on 10 October to find and relocate a drifting pontoon reported to be at the

Pontoon recovered by Noosa Coast Guard. river mouth. It was located aground across the river from Munna and towed to the Noosa Jetty Builders barge by the Yacht Club. If you’ve lost a pontoon you’ll know where to find it.

WHICH DIY JOB DO YOU HATE THE MOST? A recent survey of 1700 customers conducted by find-a-tradie site ServiceSeeking.com.au revealed some surprising differences in attitude between men and women and their thoughts on do-it-yourself jobs around the house.

When asked “What trade skills do you most wish you had”, men seem to be jealous of tradies with technical skills, whereas women admire tradesmen that are good with their hands.

In response to that question 42 per cent of men answered electrical skills compared to 33 per cent of women while more than a quarter of women wished for landscaping skills compared to just 18 per cent of men.

Men and women hate DIY for different reasons.

Women are less likely to complain about wasting their time than men (34 per cent v 40 per cent). Men are 50 per cent less likely to complain about being physically exhausted than women.

Men are 46 per cent more likely to try DIY before hiring a tradie, while women are less likely to hire DIY, men more often (42 per cent more) find that their DIY job doesn’t turn out how they picture it.

Not surprisingly, everyone’s most despised DIY job was the blocked toilet. ●

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WAVES OF ART ROLLING IN Those who have not heard of local artist Owen Cavanagh will almost certainly have seen his work.

Owen’s largest mural and best known ‘Wave Mural’ can be seen from the Sunshine Coast motorway north of Pacific Paradise.

Back in 2003 he was tagged by local media as the surf art guru and Owen has always been recognised for his surf art sprays.

These have been large murals like the one on the motorway, canvasses and corrugated iron paintings, even spraying surf art on refrigerators.

This month he has curated the fourth Surf Art Expo on the Sunshine Coast and the first one to be held in Noosa.

It will feature the longest list ever for the expo, over 30 local artists and a series of live art demonstrations.

Owen has pulled together some extraordinary artisans who work with fairly unconventional tools and unusual mediums.

The public can expect to enjoy live art demonstrations from some of the best artist in their known trades, including chainsaw sculptor Shane Christensen, timber stain mural artist David Hardy, and surfboard shapers Tully St John and Andrew Warhurst.

Owen Cavanagh and Ron Tickle will be demonstrating live surf mural art.

Two competitions will be held on the day.

For children The Kids Surf Art will have two categories and for adults there is the Best Surf Style Vehicle.

Kids can bring along prepared artworks and vehicles can show up on the day. Lots of great prizes to be won.

The fourth Surf Art Expo will be a charity event to support locals with funds raised from a simple gold coin donation.

All proceeds will go to the Wishlist Foundation and The Surfrider Foundation.

It’s all set to be a fun, family event on 28 and 29 October at Noosa Surf Works at 1/11 Bartlett Street, Noosaville, at the Shotgun Factory.

Visit www.solearte.com.au. ●

Painted surfboard by Owen Cavanagh.

AIRBNB FOR RESPITE CARE Adrienne Penny’s simple but effective way of giving carers a well-earned break by offering up her Airbnb studio in quiet times has earned her both regional and state Carers Queensland awards and inspired her to take it further.

The Sunshine Beach resident was recently presented with the Carer Friendly Business Award in the Great Service Category which led her to set up The Carers Project.

“It’s a very simple concept, which involves giving a few days respite to carers, free of charge,” she said.

“I have a self-contained apartment below my house Iisted on Airbnb Natural Rainforest Beach Studio - which for the last few years I have made available to carers in the quieter times, mainly midweek.

“Carers Queensland put me in contact with carers most in need of a few days break and dates are organised.

“I am set up and used to having guests to stay, so it is an easy ask.

“What I have learned from carers who have stayed here is that this opportunity for some time out has made a huge difference to them and helped them to go on.

“In turn it has inspired me, meeting such wonderful, selfless people and knowing I can help to make a positive difference in someone’s life.”

Adrienne said with more than 2.5 million largely unpaid carers in Australia she is encouraging other people in the community who let space on Airbnb to consider giving a few days respite to carers.

“It’s so easily doable and is such a great fit. A positive spin off from the new sharing economy, which can meet a need which exists in every community, with one in eight people acting as carers for family members.

“From what I’ve seen and heard, most carers have had to give up work and financial circumstances mean paying for some time out for themselves is not a viable option,” she said.

“I am reminded how fortunate I am and that one of life’s best things is to give service to others.

“It leaves you feeling warm and happy inside and full of gratitude.” ●

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DO UNTO OTHERS I was prompted by your letter last week, from Frances of Cooroy, to look for the Bible I was presented with as a scripture prize almost 60 years since. It was a nice Bible, made suitably enticing to a young fella by illustrations and gold edging to the pages, but it seems to have been thrown out.

So then I googled Genesis 19. What a shocking story of incest and sodomy! It seems a “good” church can’t resist threatening punishment and damnation using salacious material written perhaps 500 to 1000 years BC. Only God knows what Christ would have made of that. One hopes he would have understood that sexual orientation is not something we necessarily choose and that love is to be treasured when it is validated by reciprocity.

Adrien Le Voyant from Peregian Springs was prudent enough to choose an innocuously ambiguous quote from Isaiah. Select your evil and, bingo, your prejudices validated - Old Testament style. One wonders what Christ would have made of such tosh written 750 years before his birth. I am no longer religious but I do have faith that a true christian does unto others as they would be done by, and lives and lets live.

Chris Hindmarsh, Tinbeerwah.

READ YOUR BIBLE In response to “Frances“ of Cooroy, “Search for the Spirit“ (Letters, 19 October). Frances is totally correct, as a true christian, we must adhere to all that is in the Bible, which is damning of homosexuality, whether male or female.

My personal view of gays is that they are beautiful people, many of whom are talented and have many beautiful gifts, and highly intellligent too.

They are born gay, which comes out as they get older in many a case, and many very young. They cannot help being gay whatsoever, and should be treated decently by society. Marriage though should not be given as law, for their sake especially, nor in intimate relationships.

Read the Bible correctly.

Thelma Williams, Tewantin.

BUBBLE, TOIL, TROUBLE The witches’ cauldron of Elanda Point continues to bubble, seemingly unattended.

Mark Denham, applicant for the ruling coven has the guts to come out and state his view that it should come off the fire, meanwhile Glen Elmes from the rival clan is content to leave it to those who he assumes are

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If you are up before the sun, you are privy to the wonder of it rising over the Noosa River just as Stephen Grail was. With the last of the morning fog over the water, the morning sun gives our river an even more magical feel. If you would like to send in a photo to Lenscape, simply email newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au in charge, despite his recent assertion that he has a deep respect for the pristine waters of Noosa.

The word from aforesaid experts is that they are still waiting, after six months, for even more fuel to add to the flames before they can make a decision.

What is really going on here? It all seems quite simple to me - will any possible overriding public good be served by the proposed downgrade of a key environmental resource which is at the heart of the Noosa Biosphere, purely for a commercial interest?

Noosa Council looked closely at the issue back in April and were unable to find any such justification on the part of the proponent. If he can come up with a last-minute show-cause, why is it taking so long for him to do so?

Answers please - there’s another uncontrollable fire ready for ignition - it’s called the State Election.

Noel Bird, Boreen Point.

NBN OUTAGES I refer to the article titled ‘Heed NBN warning’ (NT Oct 19). The article states, “All NBN services will cease to operate during blackouts unless individuals install their own back-up power services.“ While NBN customers need to be aware of the need for back-up power for NBN to function in a power outage, it is arguably misleading.

NBN have informed council that, where fibre is connected to the node, the node will not operate during a prolonged blackout, thus impacting on all lines feeding from a node to connected premises. Nodes typically service around 400 services and are supplied with a battery back-up power supply, but that will only last between three and eight hours.

NBN advise that mobile back-up generators may be delivered to nodes where power has been lost, but this assumes that NBN can get generators to the nodes during an emergency situation such as a flood event.

The proposal also assumes that the back-up generators will be regularly refuelled. During Cyclone Debbie, we are informed that some of these generators were stolen.

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Plainly NBN’s emergency plan and its potential failings have implications for disaster management and our disaster team’s ability to communicate with residents, particularly where power is cut for a day or more.

Council and district disaster management groups have been in discussion with NBN over this issue for some time and have highlighted the potential inadequacy of the service. The issue has been raised at state and federal levels, and while some progress has been made, there is still much concern.

NBN has also advised that, where fixed wireless broadband services are being utilised, as in much of our hinterland, the old telephone copper cable may be able to be utilised for phone services. As yet, NBN have yet to clarify how this may occur. Meanwhile, for those in urban areas on fibre to the node system, having a back-up power service at home will be of no use if the node runs out of power.

Joe Jurisevic, Noosa Shire Councillor and Deputy Chair Noosa Disaster Management Group

RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT As your readers would be aware I have been working closely with a number of State Government Ministers and departmental staff together with Noosa Mayor Tony Wellington to simplify and improve the co-ordination of management responsibilities of the Noosa River. I read with interest in Noosa Today (19 October) comments from Noosa Council’s Jan Maddin about the Noosa River Plan and the status of negotiations between council and the state that need clarification.

The ‘Boats Dumping Waste Into River’ is a perfect example of what is not happening with regard to state and local government management coordination - a matter the mayor and I have been fighting hard to resolve.

In answer to a question on notice I recently asked of the Minister for Environment and National Parks, Steven Miles MP about the inspection of pump-out facilities on the Noosa River he said that in 2016, the Department of Transport and Main Roads’

Maritime Safety Queensland officers conducted just four patrols of ‘live aboard’ vessels on the Noosa River; and in the same year the Boating and Fisheries Patrol conducted only 14 boat inspections and no breaches of pump-out regulations were detected.

This information shows clearly the need to formalise an agreement between the council and the state to vastly increase inspections and ensure compliance.

Of the five State Ministers involved, the Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports, Mark Bailey MP has the most responsibility and as such the mayor and I have met with him and written to him on a number of occasions. He has only just returned to his portfolio in the past few weeks following a politically triggered hiatus and we will be seeking more meetings with him to progress this as a matter of urgency. I will continue to fight for a formal and binding Memorandum of Understanding between the State and Noosa Council that will ensure the comprehensive protection of SEQ’s cleanest and busiest waterway.

Glen Elmes MP, Member for Noosa.

NATURE OF WORK It was inspiring to read Hollie Harris’s article about the “Powerhouse Collective“ and its founder Aimee Sheriff.

I wish Aimee and all the mothers who attend the collective the very best. The importance and recognition of a mother’s bond to her children has been recognised within this collective.

One point which I do cringe about though was the wording on the front page describing the collective “Women at Work“. Then Aimee describing “work“ as that which is paid for.

Surely mothering before a paid job is work. All mothers work in rearing their children. It is a very hard job at times.

Because mothering is unpaid work it should still be regarded as work.

Until all work outside of mothering is described as “paid work“ then mothering will continue to be seen as worthless.

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A STROLL TO THE BEACH STYLE and sustainability go hand-in-hand in this Sunshine Beach eco home set just a gentle stroll along the boardwalk from the beach, restaurants and shops.

Designed for ease of maintenance, relax and enjoy this beautiful Adam Dew-built home and its unmatched surroundings, or simply lock and leave when duty calls elsewhere.

Light and bright, ceiling-to-floor glass doors and windows create space and open onto views of the Noosa National Park.

Established native landscaped gardens surrounding the home and brand-new magnesium pool complete the bushland picture.

With its careful consideration of place and high-quality finishes, 18 Whale Drive is an architectural masterpiece.

Oversized eaves, soaring 3.6m high ceilings and louvre windows keep the home cool, while brush box timber floors create a beach house feel.

The high-quality kitchen features stainless steel benchtops, fully-integrated European Miele appliances and a Qasair rangehood.

A home for indoor/outdoor living, the durable ironbark timber decks extend living space into the glorious surroundings.

This home is packed with sustainable features.

With LED lighting, a 2.5 kilowatt solar photovoltaic system, solar hot water, sustainable paint and glass technology and a rainwater tank - with a mains water supply to offer peace of mind during dry seasons - the thoughtful design of this home considers the environment it sits in as well as energy costs.

The Jack Boyd pool’s fully-automated in-floor cleaning system and native trees and shrubs require little maintenance, and the home’s lock and leave design ensures there is nothing to do but enjoy the retreat or wander to Sunshine Beach village for coffee or fine dining.

It’s a mere 300 metres along the boardwalk through the nature reserve to the beach, and the outdoor hot-water shower beside the pool is the perfect place to rinse off after a dip in the ocean or a morning surf. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 18 Whale Drive, Sunshine Beach Price: $1,765,000 Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car garage, pool View: By appointment Agents: David Conolly and Sam Walker for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0438 259 956 or 0400 730 457.

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HEART OF SUNSHINE BEACH LOCATED in the heart of Sunshine Beach, this easy-care, easy-living unit is perfect for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle close to all the action.

This unit offers an excellent investment opportunity or laid-back living ideal for a couple.

Boutique shopping, restaurants, cafes and the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club are just moments' walk away, while it is only a short distance to Noosa Junction and Hastings Street.

This spacious two-bedroom, twobathroom unit features a large, covered balcony complete with ocean views, an open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, and laundry with dryer.

It is one of just eight units in the complex, which features a pool, a lift from the basement, nicely presented gardens and secure undercover parking, with no on-site management.

Soak up the sun on the spacious balcony or take a quick stroll to the beach.

Investors can take advantage of this prime opportunity for Airbnb, holiday letting or permanent rentals.

This area is always in high demand with the local rental market and holidaymakers.

Otherwise move straight in and settle in to the Sunshine Beach lifestyle. ●

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: Unit 6, 5-7 Henderson Street, Sunshine Beach Price: $525,000 Description: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car View: Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28, 11-11.45am Agent: Michael Davey for Base Realtors, 0409 006 633

HAVE THE BEACH LIFESTYLE YOU HAVE ALWAYS WANTED Hard to find apartments like this close to the beach at this price.

When it comes to lifestyle this apartment is sure to get your vote.

It’s vacant and ready for you to furnish and make it your own.

It’s surprisingly spacious for a two bedroom two bathroom apartment with wonderful outdoor entertaining balcony to enjoy, complete with ocean views.

There’s a dining area off a very functional kitchen and huge lounge / TV open plan living area, ensuite off main bedroom and 2nd bathroom even has a bath, laundry area with dryer, security parking with storage cupboard.

This apartment has so many options, live in or set it up for future holiday letting, lucrative Airbnb hotspot or permanent tenant, the choice is yours.

No on-site managers to worry about.

Easy 3 minute walk to restaurants, shops and Sunshine Beach Surf Club.

Lift from car park. Communal pool at rear of complex.

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BY TESSA MAPSTONE WITH its absolute beachfront location, this parcel of land set among the sand dunes is the perfect blue-chip development opportunity or blank canvas for your dream home.

Set within an exclusive pocket of luxury homes in the Noosa Dunes gated estate - just 10 minutes from Hastings Street and the heart of Noosa - this 960 square metre parcel of land occupies a commanding position above the coastline.

It offers direct access to the dog-friendly Castaways Beach, part of an expansive stretch of east-facing coastline that sweeps from Sunshine Beach to Peregian Beach, Mudjimba and the Maroochy River.

Imagine waking in the morning to the sound of waves breaking against the sand, watching the sun rise over the ocean and wandering down to dip your feet in the water, before returning to your new home to soak up the panoramic views.

Plans have been fully approved for a stunning two-storey home designed by Noosa’s Paul Clout to harness the commanding position and take in the unparalleled vista at every opportunity.

With the design and approvals process already taken care of, all that remains is to start the build, or alternatively create your own ideal family home in this outstanding position.

Gently undulating dunes rise to the perfect height above the beach, offering exceptional elevation and remarkable views.

The enviable Noosa Dunes community offers a secure, private coastal lifestyle.

This piece of land could be the site of your dream home, or an excellent investment opportunity. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 15/512 David Low Way, Castaways Beach Price: Informal tenders close October 26 Description: 960 square metre block View: By appointment Agent: Sam Walker and David Conolly for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group 0400 730 457 or 0438 259 956.

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A THIRD TIME WINNER NOOSA building designer Gerard Smith has won the coveted Building Designers Association of Australia’s national Design Excellence Award for the third time.

The BDA Australia National Awards judging panel chose Gerard Smith Design’s Air Residence, built on the coast south of Wollongong, for its balance between creativity and clever product utilisation within proposed budgets.

“The Air Residence design stood out because it seamlessly incorporated sustainable building design and construction throughout the entire home, while still looking elegant and refined,” a BDA Australia spokesperson said.

“The home has a seamless connection to the outdoors as all living areas have a spectacular view of the (Great Dividing Range) escarpment, beach, and the swimming pool, yet still providing privacy for its occupants.

“The sense of space and volume afforded by the high raking ceilings and abundant glazing together with the high quality finishes and workmanship combine to give a feeling of opulence to this home

which enjoys an enviable beachside location very close to the cosmopolitan city of Sydney.

“In addition, the home wonderfully features the following sustainable building design elements: passive solar design principles of natural light, cross flow ventilation, a photovoltaic system for solar energy generation, and energy efficient appliances.

“All these make for an innovative and well-thought-out design that showcases fine craftsmanship and high quality finishing.”

Mr Smith, who designed the home for a long-term friend and his young family, said the win was “totally unexpected”.

“Many people strive to win this award throughout their career so to win this award for the third time is overwhelming,” he said.

“I am extremely grateful.”

Mr Smith said the brief was to design a tasteful, unique contemporary home, and the finished house had grabbed a lot of positive attention. ●

The Air Residence was built on the south coast of Wollongong for a young family.

The brief was to create a comfortable family home taking advantage of the suburban beachside block while maximising spectacular ocean and mountain views.

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DESPITE persistent rain, visitors eager to get a glimpse inside some of Noosa and the Sunshine Coast’s architecturallydiverse buildings came out for the inaugural Sunshine Coast Open House event.

More than 2500 visits were logged at 30 buildings, from historic homes like Bankfoot House, to local landmarks like Caloundra Lighthouse, to innovative public buildings like the Cooroy Library and futuristic homes, as well as Open House’s associated events.

A Sunshine Coast Open House spokeswoman said the opportunity to hear first-hand from architects or others involved in the building process, was a big pull for visitors.

“Inherently we’re all very curious people, we like to have a little bit of a stickybeak, for want of a better phrase,” she said.

“I think the prospect of being able to go into particular buildings you can’t ordinarily visit is quite appealing.

“I think (people liked) the opportunity to go in and have a proper guided tour - a lot of the tour hosts were architects or people who worked at that particular building so they knew about the history and the stories behind the buildings and how they are used today.”

This year’s Open House project was the first of what organisers hope will become an annual event celebrating the region’s architecture.

Noosa Mayor Tony Wellington has said every building contributed to the quality of life of its specific users and the broader community.

It should come as no surprise then, that locals and visitors to the region have embraced the chance to learn more about the buildings that surround them.

The Sunshine Coast Open House spokeswoman said giving people access to the stories behind the buildings that

The Gregson and Weight Buderim Chapel Complex overlooks a coastal paperbark forest. shape the region was important.

“It fosters a lot of pride in our place and where we live,” she said.

“There’s a lot of people who are very passionate about the Sunshine Coast, whether they’re locals who call it home or visitors who come on weekends and holidays.”

At the Sunshine Coast Open House Architecture Forum on 14 October architect John Mainwaring said it was community passion that shaped the Noosa landscape decades ago.

“When Gabriel (Poole) and I opened office in Hastings Street there was this incredible community passion about anti high-rises,” he said.

Anyone who attended Sunshine Coast Open House events can provide feedback at sunshinecoastopenhouse.com.au or by emailing info@sunshinecoastopenhouse. com.au. ●

SO, WHAT’S INSIDE? 1. Boiler House and Kilns The Cooroy Lower Mill Site Kiln was built in the late 1950s to dry timber for the local sawmill. It enabled faster seasoning of hardwood timbers, allowing the mill to increase productivity and expand its markets. The kiln was heated with steam generated from the adjacent boiler, which was fueled with sawmill waste, operating until 2000 when the mill closed. Nine years later it was restored and redeveloped as a visitor interpretive centre.

2. Pomona Railway Station Gallery Pomona Railway station operated for 100 years from 1891-1991, and in 2000

the dilapidated station buildings (the information room, signal room, station master room, banana shed, carriage exhibition room and blacksmith shed) were moved to council land and transformed into the Pomona Railway Station Gallery, becoming unique spaces for artists and craftspeople, as well as for events.

3. Cooroy Library The vision for Cooroy Library was to create a place to capture the heart of the community. Constructed in 2010, the building was designed by architect Brewster Hjorth, which was last year voted one of Six of the World’s Coolest Modern Libraries. ●

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BUYING QUESTIONS BUYING a home can be exciting, a little bit frightening and incredibly confusing.

From what kind of home to buy, where to buy it, how to find it and, once found, how to make sure everything checks out, there are so many questions to answer and so many unfamiliar processes to navigate.

One of the big questions is “how are we going to pay for it?”

Borrowing to buy a home is often the largest investment a person will make in their lifetime.

Diverse Lending Solutions mortgage brokers Brooke Davies and Pete Lever offered some of their insights into the process in this quick Q&A. Q. How much of a risk is taking out a home loan?

A. There is always an element of risk associated with any lending.

Those risks can be mitigated by ensuring you set up the right loan structures and strategies for your personal risk appetite.

Knowing what you are comfortable with and having that conversation with a professional is essential.

Q. What is the first thing people need to think about when looking for a mortgage?

A. Think about how much you can really afford to borrow. Understanding your budget, financial needs and what your new repayments will look like as well as the associated costs for the life of the loan is important.

Q. What’s the difference between using a mortgage broker and going directly to a bank?

A. Choice. Mortgage professionals

SHOPPING CENTRE SOLD STABLE income and strong development opportunities have attracted investors to a Peregian Springs retail centre.

Pete Lever and Brooke Davies share their insights into the home financing industry. (brokers) have access to a large number of lending institutions, all with different specialisations and niches.

A bank will generally have one set of products which may or may not suit your needs.

A broker will position you with the most suitable lender and product.

Q. How has financing property changed over the past 10 years?

A. The Australian government has introduced many regulatory changes in the past decade.

The majority of these have been proactive approaches to encouraging responsible lending practices.

The most recent change has been a strong focus on true living expenses and full transparency of personal spending.

Q. What changes do you expect to see in the next 10 years?

A. The advancement of FinTech and cloud-based software will streamline the loan application process meaning less delays on overloaded bank approval systems equating to faster turnaround times.

You will still need to talk to your broker about your needs, but the time to approval will be much quicker.

Q. Mortgages are often repaid over decades. Are there things people can do to change their current mortgage to take advantage of changes within the industry?

A. The competition between lenders is high and this can provide big benefits to customers who have a good relationship with a savvy broker who routinely reviews their loan structure and ensures that it meets their current goals and objectives. ●

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041

1.00pm - 1.45pm

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041

Doonan Saturday 28th October

11.00am - 12.00pm 74 Botanica CCT

4 2 2

31 Days Express Sale

David Berns Real Estate - 0419818418

12.00pm - 1.00pm

4 3 3

O/O$1,600,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0408629438

Eumundi Saturday 28th October

10.00am - 11.00am 195 Sunrise Road

1 2 4

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 194 628

2.00pm - 3.00pm

5 2 4

O/O$1,500,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0408629438

1335 Eumundi Noosa Road

Noosa Heads 6 Bartill Court

4 4 2

$995,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254

2.00pm - 2.45pm

12 Viewland Drive

3 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254

Agent

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789

10.00am - 10.30am 10 Balgownie Drive

4 2 2

$729,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

11.00am - 11.30am 33 Brindabella Avenue

4 2 2

$675,000

Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955

11.00am - 11.30am 227 Balgownie Drive

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600

11.00am - 11.45am 83 The Avenue

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789

11.00am - 11.30am 10 Bahran Court

4 2 2

$729,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

12.00pm - 12.30pm 29 Terraces Court

3 3 2

12.00pm - 12.45pm 8 Nicklaus Lane

4 2 2

$729,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789

4 2 2

Offers Invited

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

2 2 1

525,000

3 2 1

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0417 624 059

10.00am - 10.45am 9/21 Park Crescent

3 2 2

Offers Invited

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

11.00am - 11.45am Unit 6, 5-7 Henderson St

2 2 1

525,000

11.00am - 11.45am 33 Parkedge Road

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

1.00pm - 1.45pm

2 2 1

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420

4 2 2

By Negotiation

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0428 900 002

Offers Over $640,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

Sunrise Beach

Sunshine Beach Friday 27th October

Saturday 28th October

3 2 2

By Negotiation

11.00am - 11.45am 6 Bartill Court

4 4 2

$995,000

1.00pm - 1.30pm

3 2 2

$1.795

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 11.00am - 11.45am Unit 6, 5-7 Henderson St

Base Realtors - 0409 006 633

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 Saturday 28th October Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418231955 10.00am - 10.30am 3/8 Park Crescent

Noosaville Friday 27th October

10.00am - 10.45am 2/67 Bluefine Court

Price Guide

10.00am - 10.45am 74 Balgownie Drive

12.00pm - 12.45pm 60 Orient Drive

1.00pm - 1.45pm

3 Viewland Drive

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Saturday 28th October

Friday 27th October

10.00am - 10.30am 12 Viewland Drive

Address

Saturday 28th October

12.00pm - 12.30pm 15 Seafarer Court

59 Valley Drive

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Peregian Springs

Saturday 28th October

14/512 David Low Way

After a short time on the market the Peregian Springs Shopping Centre has sold for $41.5 million.

The centre is home to a strongly performing Coles supermarket, 14 speciality tenancies and three medical centres.

The centre currently has a footprint of 4772 square metres on a land area of 3.73 hectares.

With a low site usage ratio of 13 per cent, the centre provided significant redevelopment potential, as well as its current tenancy income.

The centre has a weighted average lease expiry (WALE) of 7.5 years.

Located in a high-growth trade catchment, the area is expected to be home to a further 1800 people within the next four years, with 110 more housing lots being developed within the area now.

The centre was marketed by agents JLL and CBRE. ●

3 2 3

778,000

Base Realtors - 0405 961 395

3 2 3

778,000

Base Realtors - 0405 961 395

Base Realtors - 0409 006 633

Saturday 28th October

10.00am - 10.45am 2/67 Bluefine Court

Tewantin

Peregian Beach

Saturday 28th October

Saturday 28th October

12.00pm - 12.30pm 365 David Low Way

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3/10 Ferguson Street

2 2 3

Contact Agent

Star Noosa Real Estate - 0418 231 955 10.00am - 10.45am 3 Flametree Drive

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SOCIAL SCENE

BLACK SORROWS FILL THE BREWERY Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows played to a packed crowd at The Brewery at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi on Friday night.

Julie Wall, Wayne Deschamps, Lian Wells and Linda Wright.

Frontman Joe Camilleri.

Brenda Mann and Sandra Crocker.

Jack Blandford and Bec Miller.

Ruth Hickey, Glenda and Scotty Thomas.

Tony Todd and Sharon Stieger.

Paul Hurley and Janey Reidy.

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LIVE A true Aussie icon of rock - Ross Wilson makes his way to Noosa next week.

ROSS STILL ROCK SOLID Ross Wilson is coming to the Villa Noosa Hotel next week! With a stellar career spanning more than 45 years and showing no signs of slowing, Mr Eagle Rock Ross Wilson is one of Australian rock music’s most enduring and lauded talents.

Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame (1989 solo and 2006 with Daddy Cool), Wilson continues to win acclaim. Eagle Rock has been included in the National Film and Sound Archive 'Sounds of Australia Collection’, his latest three singles from his new album 'I Come In Peace’ have been added to playlists at over 50 commercial stations nationally and the title track is released as a single accompanied by a hot new video, the 1st RW studio vid since 1990!!! Ross again sets new records for a performer of his generation with his '5 Decades of Cool’ concert series was nominated for the 2010 Helpmann Award for 'Best Contemporary Australian Concert’. Wilson released two albums in 2010, the contemporary 'I Come In

Peace’ and a new 'Best Of’ entitled Mr Eagle Rock, both released independently through Shock Entertainment.

From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock, as a solo artist, or as songwriter of A-grade classics such as Eagle Rock, Cool World and A Touch of Paradise, or producer of the legendary Skyhooks, Jo Jo Zep, The Johnnys, and more recently The Screaming Jets, Ross’ involvement with success has continued unabated.

He fronted Daddy Cool and exploded out of the '70s playing rootsy 50s sounds. Then formed Mondo Rock who surfed the contemporary scene with chart topping singles and albums from the mid-70s to the late '80s. As a solo performer and major songwriter, he continued to achieve success and make his mark during the '90s and beyond with his songs being recorded by artists as diverse as Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham, DEF-FX, Custard, Jennifer Rush (EU), Troy Cassar-Daley, Leslie Avril, Hey Gringo, You Am I, Uncle Bill, Keke (Spain), Renee Geyer, Christine Anu,

Duane Jarvis (US), Elkie Brooks (UK), Ann Kirkpatrick and Lee Kernaghan, Sovereign, Pleasantville, Beccy Cole, Sonic Jihad, and The Wiggles! On trips to Europe and the USA, he collaborated with O/S writers and concluded the millenium as a special guest performer on John Farnham’s “I Can’t Believe I’m 50" tour and live CD/DVD. On top of this in the 'noughties’ Ross kept a busy tour schedule of his own with his live action band Ross Wilson and The Peaceniks, including national appearances on the successful 'A Day On The Green’ series with Chris Isaak and also Crosby Stills and Nash, then began sessions for 'Tributary’ (Liberation Blue) released mid-2008), a semi-acoustic project that revisits songs from his career catalogue resulting in sometimes radical rearrangements of the hits plus fresh airings of worthy lesser known works.

Reactions from both critics and fans have been overwhelmingly positive.

Late 2008 found Ross in Nashville with producer Mark Moffatt directing

sessions for an album full of brand new songs. These tracks were temporarily shelved while he took the 2009 '5 Decades Of Cool’ concerts to Melbourne and Sydney and released the resulting filmed footage as the debut RW solo DVD 'Ross Wilson Live At The Palais’ showcasing RW’s long and diverse catalogue with guest performances from members of The Pink Finks, The Party Machine, Daddy Cool, Spectrum, Mondo Rock, Skyhooks and a three-song duet with national icon Jimmy Barnes.

Now with the 'I Come In Peace’ album being his most successful solo album since “Dark Side of the Man” Wilson continues to expand his horizons globally with Joe Cocker recording, 'I Come In Peace’ on his latest global hit album. He still regularly performs over 100 shows a year and has a touring schedule mapped out into 2018.

Don’t miss an Aussie icon next Thursday 2 November (opening 7pm.)

Tickets are only $34.70 from www. villanoosa.com.au. ●

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THIS WEEK

GIG GUIDE Friday 27 October Cooroy RSL 6pm Mark Porter.

The Imperial Hotel Eumundi Noon Renny Fields.

7pm Ryan Giles.

Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm Platinum Parties DJ. Peregian Beach Hotel 6pm Tango Rose.

The J 6pm Sound Feast.

Saturday 28 October The Imperial Hotel Eumundi Noon The Brown Trouts.

7.30pm Z Star Delta.

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7pm Malia Stirling + Jason Daniels.

Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm Long Gone Daddy’s.

Peregian Beach Hotel 3pm Solar.

The J 10am-5.30pm Noosa International Film Festival.

Sunday 29 October Sunshine Beach Surf Club 3pm Annie J & Fusion.

The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 2pm Alan Kelly.

Peregian Beach Hotel 3pm Brett Gadenne.

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2017 Melbourne Cup Day Experience Tuesday 7th November from 11am $50 per person includes: udes: • GALA Luncheon SUNDAY - entree canapes 5TH NOV - buffet CALCUTTA 3PM - desserts • FUN & GAMES • Complimentary glass ass of wine

TEWANTIN NOOSA BOWLS CLUB

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Colors, by Beck

The Break, by Marian Keyes

At the very start of his career in his early twenties, Beck’s voice blistered and cracked just thinking about the pop zeitgeist. “MTV Makes Me Want to Smoke Crack,” he declared, on account of everyone being so bright and perky.

About a year later, in 1994, Beck scored his first and biggest hit with “Loser” and became the toast of MTV. From that moment on, he’s been the weirdest guy in music. He has spent a lot of time trying to get the balance of Colors “not retro and not modern” just so. He more or less nailed that bit, but what’s lacking from his Big Happy Pop Record is some kind of strong emotion that could elevate these songs above the “well crafted but innocuous” camp - something more than an idea. ●

Amy’s husband Hugh isn’t really leaving her. At least, that’s what he promises.

He is just taking a break - from their marriage, their children and, most of all, from their life together. For six-months Hugh will lose himself in South East Asia, and there is nothing Amy can say or do about it.

Yes, it’s a mid-life crisis, but let’s be clear: a break isn’t a break up - yet . . .

It’s been a long time since Amy held a briefcase in one hand and a baby in the other. She never believed she’d have to go it alone again. She just has to hold the family together until Hugh comes back.

But a lot can happen in six-months.

When Hugh returns, if he returns, will he be the same man she married? ●

PUZZLES Quick Clues

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p DOWN 1. Does have an addendum and there are catches (5). 2.

Would be affective in a depressed area, we’re told (5). 3.

Or puts out a shoot (6). 4. Attitude the ancestors started out with (6). 5. Put on, though old-looking (4). 6. The man I find in pain and thoroughly alarmed (9). 12. Pretend first to return the love (9). 13. Blast! Over-time! (4).

15. Banish us into retirement (4). 17. For the records, about fifty coins (6). 18. All foolish? Not in any way! (6). 20.

Got up to see what was in the vase? (5). 21. Solidified, a man in ice (5). 23. Call for jewellery (4).

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Cryptic Clues ACROSS 1. The misshapen A in “warmth” (4). 7, Where to have a picnic, or what to take on it (4,2,3). 8. Close and stamp (4). 9. Drink when depressed (4). 10. Catch at one point and be sick (4). 11. Outlast the sailor (4). 14. Broke where the waves broke? (2,3,5). 16. They don’t leave one free to teach in the holidays (10). 19. They identify the Latin quotations (4). 22. The animals retreat from the light (4). 24.

Little creature on a pole, wet and slippery (4). 25. Only, therefore, half a mile on (4). 26. Trying to sew with such a

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QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7496 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Wish. 7, Catamaran. 8, Teal. 9, Grim. 10, Rung.

11, Hake. 14, Constitute. 16, Mayonnaise. 19, Meet. 22, Pier. 24, Gape. 25, Rota. 26, Multitude. 27, Shoe.

Down - 1, Witch. 2, Shack. 3, Barren. 4, Marmot. 5, Pair.

6, Magnitude. 12, Audacious. 13, Echo. 15, Teem. 17, Negate. 18, Impede. 20, Epoch. 21, Trade. 23, Rate.

DOWN Sorceress (5) Hut (5) Sterile (6) Rodent (6) Couple (4) Size (9) Bold (9) Resound (4) Pour (4) Deny (6) Hamper (6) Period (5) Occupation (5) Fee (4)

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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7496 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, He-a-t. 7, Spot to eat. 8, Seal. 9, Down. 10, Nail. 11, Salt (anag). 14, On the rocks. 16, Res-train-ts. 19, Tags. 22, Star (rev). 24, N-ewt. 25, So-(mi)le. 26, Pointless. 27, Left.

Down - 1, Has-ps. 2, Avail (a vale). 3, Sprout (anag). 4, Stance (anag). 5, Worn. 6, Pa-nick-i-ng. 12, Affect-i-on.

13, Too-t. 15, O-us-t. 17, Anna-l-s. 18, No-wise. 20, Arose. 21, S-he-et. 23, Ring.

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WHAT’S ON

Don't miss the Brains Trust at Sound Feast.

J'S THE WAY FOR SOUND FEST ings such as Woodford Folk Festival, The National Folk Festival, Concrete Jungle Festival, Wintermoon Festival, Caloundra Music Festival, Maleny Music Festival, Home Festival and more.

Also in the line-up for Friday 27 October are The Brains Trust and My Name is Reuben. The Brains Trust with its unique sounding solid beats and rich soul music and originals singer/songwriter My Name is Reuben over from Adelaide.

Sound Feast is a wonderful community spirited event and all ages are welcome.

The evening begins at 6pm.

There is comfortable seating available including the hugely popular red bean couches.

The J fully licensed bar is open and there will be a hot food van on site.

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The duo currently touring Australia features the electrifying award-winning frontwoman Zee Gachette deemed “one to watch” by BBC Radio 2 (drums and acoustic guitar), and guitar prodigy Sebastien Heintz, who effortlessly deliver a fascinating cinematic road trip of sound.

Welcome back to All Strings Attached with their soaring violin melodies over fast and furious rhythms that create a melting pot of world music influenced sound.

They have fast become a favourite within the Australian music festival circuit and have performed at notable gather-

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PIZZA BAR IS JUST THE COOLEST Pizzami Gourmet Pizza Bar has introduced a delicious new addition to their already popular menu.

Just in time for the warmer weather they will now be stocking the delectable, very tasty Maleny Food Co. gelato and sorbet selection.

Whether it be the sweet finisher to your favourite Pizzami pizza or just a lovely, afternoon treat.

At Pizzami, they believe every day should begin with the sandy beach squished

between the toes and the warm sun on your back and of course, the day should always end at Pizzami watching the sunset while enjoying delicious, fresh pizza, cocktails and (now) yummy gelato.

The good folk at Pizzami believe that making amazing pizza all starts with a good foundation ... the dough. And if you haven’t yet tasted the difference, it’s time.

Pizzami make their dough fresh every single day, and by using quality products, they produce a dough which has unmatched

taste and a perfect consistency.

It is an endeavour of passion, not convenience from the Pizzami team.

They truly are committed to serving excellent food with the friendliest, happiest, service every time from fabulous staff who absolutely love what they do ... and this comes through in the flavours.

Welcome to paradise, where you can sit back and relax with friends and fade into one with the ocean, while enjoying amazing pizza or cooling off with gelato and sorbet.

Find Pizzami at the corner of Kingfisher and Heron steets, Peregian Beach, or call them for a booking or phone order on 5471 2300. ●

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Open Wed to Sat Dinner / Sat & Sun Lunch / Bar Opens 4pm, Weddings, Functions & Special Occasions / Fully Licenced Trio at South Pacific Resort 179 Weyba Road, Noosaville Bookings advised Phone 07 5473 1333

MELBOURNE CUP 7th November 2017 •฀Lucky฀Door฀Prize •฀Sweeps •฀Best฀Dressed •฀Best฀Hat ฀ Buffet฀$40฀per฀person

FUNDRAISER RAFFLE for฀Cooroy Primary฀School

BOOKINGS฀ESSENTIAL

Thai฀•฀Chinese฀•฀Malaysian฀•฀Filipino

Dine with us today!

Perfect venue for your functions & meetings.

Lunch Special from $10.90 (11am - 3pm) Asian groceries available Full licensed and BYO ($3 Corkage fee per bottle)

Take-Away฀&฀Delivery฀available฀•฀Open฀7฀days฀11am-9pm Shop฀1/205฀Weyba฀Road,฀Noosaville

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Luncheon @ Cooroy RSL

POKER฀NIGHT Saturday, 4th November FREE to Play with $500 Cash Prize Pool

Christmas Functions Contact the Club for information

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MELBOURNE CUP LUNCH Tuesday 7th November | 12pm start Enjoy a special Hot and Cold Seafood Platter with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival.

Big screen TV, sweeps & prizes.

$95 per person | Book now 5449 7497 Licensed Restaurant | 247 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open 7 Days | BYO | www.maisies.com.au

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MAD TO MISS THIS DINNER

BY HOLLIE HARRIS The Mad Hatters Gala Dinner is here, and on Saturday 18 November Cafe Doonan will host a very special three-course dinner to support our Coast Guard Noosa.

Tickets are $55 per person (cash only) for a delicious three-course meal.

There will be a silent auction on the night with a spectacular painting donated

by Jan Carlson - one of Noosa’s finest water

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colour artists - as well as raffles and quizzes.

There will be plenty of opportunities to win some great prizes at the Mad Hatters Gala Dinner, with all proceeds going toward Coast Guard Noosa.

Each year Coast Guard volunteers perform thousands of rescues ranging from assisting sinking vessels, vessels with flat batteries and other mechanical problems, vessels that have run aground and often towing these disabled vessels back to safe

harbour as well as medivac responses.

As you can imagine, the vessels must be maintained to commercial standards and be ready to respond 24 hours per day, every single day of the year.

This takes a great deal of dedication from our volunteers to fund-raise the money needed to keep these vessels ready to respond at any time.

The Gala Dinner is helping our Noosa branch raise some much needed funding.

Why not put together a table with a bunch of friends or family and help support our Coast Guard at this fun evening out at Cafe Doonan?

Phone 5471 0781 to book your seats and be sure to get in early as seats are limited.

The Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Mad Hatters Gala Dinner is on Saturday 18 November, 6pm to 9.30pm.

Dress smart casual for a great evening out. â—?

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LET’S DO ‌ Izzy Chai ...

Izzy Chai in Noosaville specialise in the ever-popular Thai dishes but also a great selection of meals from other Asian countries.

Most popular dishes are laksa, Chinese-style roasted duck, Mongolian barbecue lamb, sesame beef and crispy pork with Asian greens.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoor area facing north with ocean breeze in summer, plenty of space and seating options for you to choose from.

It’s an ideal venue for parties, club events, weddings and anniversaries.

Open seven days from 11am to 9pm, so late lunches or early dinners are possible, Lunch specials from 11am to 3pm.

Take-away and delivery available.

Find Izzy Chai at Shop 1, 205 Weyba Road, Noosaville, or call 5449 7598 for a booking or phone orders â—?

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DINING DIRECTORY Your Guide to all things Eating Out! noosavillE

COOROY RSL CLUB

FRESH NATURAL ASIAN

NOOSAVILLE FISH MARKET

To new friends and old, come along and make our Club your “home away from home”- we know you will enjoy our hospitality!

Located along the glorious Noosa River we offer a unique Asian twist for lunch and an unforgettable dining experience

25 Maple St, Cooroy Club Trading Hours Mon to Sun 10am-10pm Sunday 11am -10pm (closing seasonal) (07) 5447 6131 cooroyrsl.com.au

3/229 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open daily 11am until late for lunch, dinner, take-away (07) 5440 5119 freshnaturalasian.com.auv

Noosa’s best takeaway fish and chips.

Fresh local and imported fish cooked to perfection by our chefs. A wide range of homemade snacks plus our famous tender calamari and chunky chips. Local cooked prawns/ oysters and fish available fresh to take home

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Cooroy

90 Hilton Tce Noosaville Open 7 days from 10am-7.30 pm Phone ahead 54497127 facebook.com/Noosaville-Fish-Market

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MAISON DE PROVENCE

GRIND CAFE

SIROCCO

Enjoy amazing buttery pastries, sourdough batards and gorgeous French provincial style cooking

Select from the all-day breakfast menu or for lunch try a Noosa Warm Salad, Asian Pok Belly or one of their delicious Toasted Sandwiches

Rich blend of Mediterranean cuisine and warm flavours of North Africa & Southern Spain

9/13 Garnet St, Cooroy Tuesday to Saturday 8am to 4pm (07) 5472 0077 facebook.com/ maisondeprovencesunshinecoast

255 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open 7 days 6am to 2.30pm (07) 5449 8833 facebook.com/grindnoosa

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IMPERIAL HOTEL EUMUNDI Good old fashioned table service, delicious food, cold beer and wine and live entertainment 1 Etheridge St, Eumundi 7 days a week from 10am till late (07) 5442 8811 imperialhoteleumundi.com.au

noosa HEads View Restaurant Admire the breathtaking views across Laguna Bay, dine in style and enjoy one of the best breakfast, dinner and event experiences in Noosa 33A Viewland Drive, Noosa Heads (07) 5455 2200 viewrestaurant.com.au

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Enjoy a hearty breakfast or an appetising dinner complimented by draught beer, cider on tap plus over 20 wines to choose from

Over 50 cocktails and 40 Tapas to choose from.

Taste tempting hamburgers made from the freshest produce handpicked from local producers and our chicken is naturally hormone free

249 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open from 12 noon till late (07)5447 1818 facebook.com/iStapas

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IZZY CHAI MODERN ASIAN CUISINE

TRIO’S AT SOUTH PACIFIC RESORT

We offer a great selection of delicious Asian cuisine, and an excellent level of service

Weddings, Functions & Special Occasions. Fully Licenced

Unit 1/, 205 Weyba Road, Noosaville Open 7 Days 11am to 9pm (07) 5449 7598 izzychai-asian.com.au

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BELOPORTO NOOSA

noosavillE TAPAS @ IS TAPAS + COCKTAIL BAR

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PEPPERS NOOSA RESORT & VILLAS

2/257 Gympie Terrace Noosaville OPEN Tues to Sunday B’fast 7.30am – 11am Lunch noon – 2.30pm Dinner 5.30m – late 5455 6688 sirocconoosa.com.au

IVORY PALMS RESORT RESTAURANT

73 Hilton Terrace, Noosaville Breakfast and Dinner (07) 54731898 facebook.com/pkspizzabar

MAISIE’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE Seafood and mixed grills are the draw at this relaxed spot with streetside seats and river glimpses.

2/14 Thomas St, Noosaville Mon-Sun 9am–9:30pm 7 days a week (07) 5440 5228 beloportonoosa.com.au

247 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville QLD 4566 Open 7 Days 11.30am to 2.30pm and 5.30pm to 9pm (07) 5449 7497 maisies.com.au

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179 Weyba Road Noosaville Open Wed to Sat Dinner Sat & Sun Lunch Bar opens at 4pm 5473 1333

PErEgian PEREGIAN BEACH HOTEL

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221 – 229 David Low Way, Peregian Beach Open 7 days 10am – 10pm Sunday to Thursday 10am – Late Friday & Saturday 07 5448 3111 peregianbeachhotel.com.au

PErEgian

NOOSA BOATHOUSE

PIZZAMI GOURMET PIZZA BAR

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VEGAN LASAGNE

Vegan food is a fast-growing trend and can be a delicious healthy option. Try this vegan take on the lasagne and do something great for your body.

INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil.

1 large onion, finely chopped.

3 garlic cloves, crushed.

2 small red chillies, seeded, finely chopped.

400g button mushrooms, quartered.

300g pumpkin, peeled, diced.

1 red capsicum, seeded, chopped.

1/2 cup mixed herbs, (basil, thyme, oregano), chopped.

2 x 400g can lentils, drained, rinsed.

2 x 400g can tomatoes.

1 cup vegetable stock.

2 tablespoons tomato paste.

200g Orgran Rice and Corn Lasagne Sheets.

1/2 cup rye or spelt breadcrumbs (made from two slices).

1/2 teaspoon paprika.

SAUCE 2 cups oat milk.

1/3 cup shiso miso paste.

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.

2 tablespoons olive oil.

1/4 cup spelt flour.

METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 180C. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium. Saute onion, garlic and chilli for 2-3 mins until onion is tender. Add mushroom, pumpkin, capsicum and herbs and saute for further 3-4 mins.

2. Stir in lentils, tomatoes, stock and paste.

Bring to the boil then reduce heat and simmer for 35-40 mins until thickened.

3. Meanwhile, to make the sauce, slowly stir oat milk into miso until smooth. Add nutmeg.

In a saucepan, combine oil and flour. Stir over low heat until combined. Remove from heat and blend in milk mixture until smooth.

Return to heat and cook on high, stirring, until smooth and thick.

4. Cover the bottom of a 10-cup ovenproof dish with half vegetable mixture. Arrange single layer of pasta over lentils and cover with half miso sauce. Repeat layers.

5. In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs with oil and paprika. Sprinkle over lasagne and bake for 40-45 mins. Serve with a green salad.

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COMMUNITY UPDATES GUIDED WALKS Friends of Noosa Botanic Gardens invite you to a Guided Walk on Sunday 29 October at 9am. The gardens are alive with new growth after the recent rain. A hat and water are recommended, and closed-in shoes advisable, as the terrain is hilly and some paths uneven.

Do join us.

COOROY CWA CENT SALE The Cooroy CWA cent sale will be held on Saturday 4 November at CWA Hall Maple Street Cooroy.

Doors open noon for 1pm start. Free admission, and a delicious afternoon tea will be served. Proceeds of the day go to Cooroy Memorial Hall. Inquiries phone Wendy 5447 6140.

FRIDAY FORUM Much of the landscape of Australia is suggestive of an ancient history that involved erupting volcanoes, but we do not generally think of Australia today as having been volcanically active, even within the past few thousand years or so. Yet it has been, and it is probable that a volcano will one day erupt again on mainland Australia. While geologists are reasonably knowledgeable about the recent history of Australian volcanism, some significant mysteries remain.

This week’s guest speaker at Friday Environment Forum on 27 October, Professor Patrick Nunn from the University of the Sunshine Coast, will explain what science knows about young Australian volcanoes where they are, when they last erupted, and what effects these eruptions had - and then goes on to talk about Australian Aboriginal memories of volcanic activity.

Friday Environment Forum is held at the NPA Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville starting at 10.30am. Coffee and tea available from 10am. Visit www.noosaparks.org.au for more information. Interpretive birding with Valda starts at 8.30am in the carpark. All welcome.

SEWING NEWS The Guilded Lilies Tewantin Neighbourhood Group of the Australian Sewing Guild Inc will meet on Saturday 28 October from 9am3pm at the Masonic Hall, cnr Moorindil and Toolar streets, Tewantin (entrance up side ramp). This month the group will be making a kimono. For more information phone Iris on 5415 1448. Bring your lunch, morning tea will be served.

GROWING HAPPY, HEALTHY BRAINS EDUCATIVE COMMUNITY TALKS Join us on Friday 27 October from 9.15am10.30am. This month's topic is Calm Kids Balancing Bodies and Minds. All welcome at Noosa Family Chiropractic, 220 Edwards Street, Sunshine Beach. Phone 5474 8338 to book your spot, spaces limited.

THE THURSDAY GIRLS FUNDRAISING LUNCH The Thursday Girls will be holding their next Ladies Lunch at The River Deck Restaurant, Noosa Marina on Thursday 26 October at 12.30pm. Cost is $35pp. Our monthly fundraising events help in the provision of financial support to students of low income families in the nine Noosa Shire State Schools, thereby giving them access to optional, educationally desirable school programs and activities. For further information and bookings, please contact Di Kirby 5474 1184 or email brian.dianne2@bigpond.com 40 NOOSA TODAY

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FABULOUS FAKES ON SHOW Artist Lies Donovan was given a challenge, to copy one of the great masters to further her artistic capabilities by her art teacher at the time, Lyn Mcrae.

Brush in hand she set of on a journey of copying the great masters.

The very first of these is a “Still Life with Ginger Jar and Eggplants” painted in 1894 by the French artist Paul Cezanne.

Once completed she commenced on her next “fabulous fake”. Her appetite for painting “after the masters” commenced here and is ongoing.

The exhibition - aptly named Fabulous Fakes - has paintings from the artists Cezanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Mogdigliani, Vermeer and many others. The works are predominantly oil paintings, but include pastel drawings and black and white charcoal impressions of famous photographers.

To view the priceless originals of these “fakes” you would have to travel far and wide. To own one of the original paintings would be beyond one’s wildest dreams. However, Lies has produced

BRIDGE CLUB Casual bridge is on offer the first and third Sunday of every month from 1.30pm-4pm at Noosa Bridge Club, 3 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. Cost is $2 per person and please come as a pair. Phone 5447 1341 for further information.

EDUCATIVE COMMUNITY TALKS Join an interactive workshop on Friday 27 October from 9.15am-10.30am. This month's topic is Calm Kids - Balancing Bodies and Minds. Noosa Family Chiropractic, 220 Edwards Street, Sunshine Beach. All welcome, children supervised. Phone 5474 8338 to book your spot.

BALLROOM DANCING Every Tuesday evening from 7pm-9.30pm Pat and Norm Young organise a social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. 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.

TEWANTIN-NOOSA GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 13 November for a 1.30pm start at the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin.

We have regular guest speakers, plant sales and prizes. November guest speaker is Jenny Iriondo from Cedar Creek Nursery, topic is figs and mulberries. Visitors are most welcome. Contact Helen Brown 0402 107 716.

LITERARY LUNCH Annie’s Books is hosting an event to celebrate the launch of Fiona McIntosh’s brand new novel The Tea Gardens, a heartbreaking tale of love and the pursuit of passion by one of Australia’s most loved authors. The literary lunch will be held on Tuesday 31 October at noon at Riverdeck Restaurant and Bar, Noosa Marina. Bookings on 5448 2053 or anniesbooks@bigpond.com

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- The Game of all that is - a discussion group with a difference -explore your beliefs, stretch your imagination, delve into your dreams, challenge your creativity. Visit https://www. facebook.com/magicnoosa or phone Ailza on 5470 2656 or Janet on 0416 442 962.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Alcoholics Anonymous meeting will be held Saturdays from 5.30-6.30pm at Noosa Baptist Church, cnr Weyba Road and Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville (near Aldi). Phone 0405 338 231.

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Lies Donovan with one of her fabulous fakes. will satisfy your curiosity and bring you enjoyment.

Fabulous Fakes Art Exhibition runs from 28 October until 17 November, at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery in Pomona. ●

U3A NOOSA TALKS PROGRAMME USC talks are at 2pm at U3A, Tewantin.

Friday 27 October: Dr Uwe Terton, Lecturer in computer-based design - The Internet of things: a complete beginner’s guide.

Friday 3 November: Susan Roberts - Is Sir Francis Bacon Shakespeare?

Friday 10 November: John Turner - Energy Sources for the Future.

Friday 17 November: Dr George Walker - Cyclones.

Full details available on U3A website www.u3anoosa.org.au or phone reception on 5440 5500.

BONSAI SHOW The annual Sunshine Coast Bonsai Society Show will be held at the Buderim Memorial Hall on the corner of Main and Glouster roads on 28-29 October from 9am. There will be award-winning trees on show, bonsai to buy, tools, books, trees, demonstrations and helpful staff to assist anyone with any inquiry relating to Bonsai. Admission is $5.

FABULOUS 50S PLUS GROUP We are a fun, friendly, seniors group who welcomes newcomers to join us for morning coffee every Monday from 10am at the Wine Bar, Tewantin Marina and Thursdays from 10am at the Boathouse on the Noosa River.

We also have monthly picnics, dinners, lunches, walks and other activities. Please contact Joan on 5447 7369 or Helen on 0499 085 755 for more details.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP MEETING The Christian Fellowship of Noosa will meet at the CWA Hall, Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin on Sunday 29 October at 9.30am. The service will be with regard to the suffering church and the persecution of Christians across the world. It will be followed by morning tea. Visitors are very welcome. Inquiries to Chris Lancaster on 5448 5762.

NOOSA THEOSOPHY Noosa Theosophy meets on Friday 27 October at 7pm at CWA Hall, 123 Poinciana Drive, Tewantin. The magic of life series continues

Sunrise Spiritual Church and Spiritual Growth Centre has services at Tinbeerwah Hall, cnr Sunrise Road at 10am on second and fourth Sunday of the month. Guest speakers and healing meditation. All welcome. Phone Rev Laine on 0428 773 133.

TEWANTIN-NOOSA RSL WOMEN’S AUXILLIARY. The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa RSL Women’s Auxilliary will be held on Friday 3 November at the RSL Tewantin at 10am. Please book for our Christmas Party.

Everyone welcome. Phone Kay on 5447 5042.

PERMACULTURE NOOSA Permaculture Noosa monthly meetings are held at Cooroy State School hall, 59 Elm Street, Cooroy on the third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 5.30pm when healthy and tasty low cost meals will be available before the meeting. A market takes place where we share surplus home grown produce and plants by giving, exchanging or selling. Entry is a gold coin donation for non-members.

The meeting begins at 6.30pm and the night is complete with a “bring a plate” shared supper at 8pm.

WEEKLY ROSTER FOR MEALS ON WHEELS Weekly Roster for Tewantin-Noosa Meals on Wheels from Monday 30 to Friday 3 November.

Monday Drivers: Maya, Marie, Margaret and Mick, Andrew, Anne and Phil, Doug and Claudia, Margaret and Michelle.

Kitchen: Martina, Steven, Len, Neil, Stephen.

Tuesday Drivers: Bruce, Liz, Kevin and Rob, Cheryl, Tania and Friends, Fiona, Carley and Kids.

Kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Jo, George.

Wednesday Drivers: Des and Ian, Driver needed run B, Gary, Victor, Jan and Bryan, Lee and Stuart, Barbara and Gerard.

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

Thursday Drivers: Driver needed run A, E, Lesley, Anne Victor, Jan and Wendy, Nina.

Kitchen: Lois, Christine, Elfie, John.

Friday Drivers: Driver needed run A, D, F, Therese, Peter, Lynne and Kay, Rosalie and Jack.

Kitchen: Sandy, Elfie, Charlotte, Mark.

You can also check the roster on our website www.tewantinnoosamealsonwheels If you are unavailable or can do an extra run, please phone the kitchen on 5449 7659. noosatoday.com.au

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OVERSEAS EXPERIENCE GREAT FOR KYLE Cooroy gymnast Kyle McCartney has just returned from his first international competition in New Zealand.

He was selected for the open level tour of New Zealand from his results at the 2017 Australian Championships.

Kyle competed in the all-round division

making two apparatus finals for pommel and parallel bars.

In what was a great experience competing as part of an Australian team, Kyle has returned to training and will be able to apply this new experience to achieve even greater things in 2018. ●

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BY RANDALL WOODLEY TEWANTIN-NOOSA CRICKET For the second Saturday in a row all the Tewantin-Noosa Thunder senior fixture matches were abandoned due to the rain.

Experts suggest this would be the wettest start for a cricket season for many years.

This week all the players will be watching the forecast closely, hoping that next Saturday they can actually pick up a bat and have a hit.

All of the abandoned two-day senior

fixture matches will now be played as oneday matches next Saturday.

The First Grade side will play a 50 oversa-side match and the other grades 35 oversa-side. The matches will be as follows: First Grade vs Caboolture Snakes at Caboolture Second Grade vs Caboolture Snakes at Read Park, Tewantin Third Grade vs Caloundra at Caloundra Fourth Grade vs Palmwoods at Dale Officer Oval, Tewantin ●

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and David Mills 65, David Young and Richard Van Den Heuvel 65.25, Trevor Payne and Alan Coey, Ross Cunningham and Adam Grant 65.25 c/b, Colin White and Jim Harpley 65.25, Donald O’Donnell and Quinland O’Donnell 65.75 c/b, Gary Dolton and Michael Cantori 65.75.

Nearest to Pin: Michael Nassereddin, Adam Grant, Gus Torney, John Wex, Ron Turner, Colin Cherry, Jim Harpley, Evan Millar, Sam Irwin, Christopher Townson. ●

Carlton are the latest club to announce the Sunshine Coast as its AFL pre-season training venue in the hope to join the last five premiership teams who won the competition after holding their pre-season camp in the region.

Tourism, Sport and Major Events Portfolio Cr Jason O’Pray said it was great to have the Blues join premiers Richmond, Western Bulldogs and Melbourne as clubs confirmed for camps prior to the 2018 season.

“Our region seems to have become a winning formula for professional football teams, with the last five AFL premiership winners all holding pre-season training camps on the Sunshine Coast,” Cr O’Pray said.

“The high quality sporting facilities we have in our region, along with great weather

conditions provides a fantastic combination for professional sporting teams to prepare ahead of the start of their competition.

“These camps also provide our community with great economic and social benefits by contributing to the Sunshine Coast becoming known as a high-quality sporting destination, and adding to the $440 million per year in economic activity that comes from the sports economy.”

Carlton will be on the Coast for one week in mid-December, with details of a community open session still to be confirmed.

Along with Carlton, Sunshine Coast will also host pre-season training camps for the 2017 premiers the Richmond Tigers, Western Bulldogs and Melbourne football clubs as they prepare for the 2018 competition. ●

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GIRLS SHOW THEY’RE BOXING CLEVER

BY RON LANE Move over boys, the girls are back in town.

These were my thoughts, when on Saturday evening, I sat ringside to watch the ninth annual Young Guns Amateur Boxing Tournament.

Held at Noosa District State High Cooroy, before a crowd of some 500 fans, I sat and watched girls representing some 20 boxing clubs from around the state indulge themselves in, dare I say it, the manly art of self-defence.

In what can only be described as some of the best bouts on the program, the young ladies showed us that they possess great skills in this toughest of sports.

Sitting next to me, former Australian Olympic boxer Benny Pike remarked as we watched local girl Ella Boot, holder of the 60kg Youth Commonwealth championship, “We could be watching a future Olympian.”

Where as many young men consider the three by three minute rounds to be a slugfest, many of the girls gave us a good example of exactly what the sport is all about.

In her bout, Ella displayed good footwork and combination punching.

Taylah Robinson again boxed well for a points win; snappy punching and good combinations put her in front.

It is interesting to note that the few local ladies that were beaten lost on split decisions. Following this sportsmanship shown by all, was a credit to coaches involved.

With a program of 38 fights, it was indeed a busy night and happy to relate our three local clubs were involved; NBO under the guidance of Israel Kani, Impact Academy under Mark Evans and the smaller club Noosa Ringside run by Mick Hamilton.

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Tinbeerwah, apart from teaching the manly art also does a lot of good work with small children.

Among our locals - Lachie Proctor boxing at 75kg and Taylah Robertson at 51kg (both of Impact) - scored wins as did Jackson Thomas and Keane Welsh NBO. Welsh, who has a total of 13 fights for 11 wins with five KOs, is definitely one to watch.

Representing Noosa Ringside, Zane Grogan 64 kg, was unlucky to drop a split decision to Arjun Arop. Despite Zane taking the fight to his opponent, Arop received the nod, however in all honesty, Arop proved very elusive with a long lead that kept his opponent at bay.

Also from Ringside, Ruby Hamilton lost on a split decision, but like her gym-mate Zane, Ruby boxed well.

Speaking on the night Paul Thompson, member of the Commonwealth Games committee, said: “This type of tournament is a great lead-up for the Australian titles which will work as selection trials for the Games' boxing squad; so all involved should be congratulated.”

To organiser Mark Evans and his support team - well done to all. ●

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GOOD RESULTS IN FRESHWATER FISHING With the recent freshwater influx, whiting have been more prevalent towards the mouth of the river. Live worms and live yabbies have been the prime baits.

The sandbanks near the river mouth have also been the place to target flathead on the run out tide. Three to four inch plastics and shallow running hard bodies have been the lures of choice.

The hot and humid afternoons have fired up the jacks for the evening and night fishermen. With the recent rains a lot have pushed down river in the pursuit of small bait fish. Successful locations have been Woods Bays, the back of the Noosa Sound and river mouth rocks. Fresh mullet has been the bait of choice as the oily flesh lets off a lot of scent in the dirtier water.

Fishing Woods Bays in the early morning has been rewarding with quality trevally hitting surface lures. Mud crabs are making themselves known throughout the system after recent rains. Get the pots in around the deeper stretches of river that are close to mangroves. Weyba Creek has also been a successful crabbing haunt for quality bucks.

Fresh bait like mullet seems to be the main drawcard.

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On the beaches, the big swells we have had over the last couple of weeks has really created some great gutters and holes.

Whiting, bream and dart have been the mainstays but with more gutters and more bait the jew and big tailor will be on the chew. Dedicated night fishermen should see some good results. Flathead have also been in good numbers with plenty of fish also feeding in the gutters.

Those lucky enough to get out in a window of fishable weather last weekend have been rewarded with good numbers of good eating snapper on the close reefs. The rain has stirred up the bait in the rivers so the closer reefs like Jew Sholes and Sunshine should be good for some good reef species.

With the onset of the warmer currents coming from the north and some better weather conditions the pelagics are sure to be on fire once again.

Some of the larger craft made there way to the Hards and the Barwon Banks over the weekend, plenty of outstanding fish were boated with snapper, cod, cobia, sweetlip, hussar and pearl perch just to name a few.

In the fresh water, in Lake Macdonald the bass are holding deep with the great

John Naughton with a couple of nice sweetlip. influx of fresh water, fishing blades and jigs is your best. Saratoga have been worth targeting in the upper stretches of both the Yabba and Kingham arms of Lake Borumba.

Bass are best targeted closer to the main basin of the dam, and around the timber at the junction.

So on behalf of Jack Mangrove, best of luck on your fishing adventures! ● noosatoday.com.au

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DARING PIRATES RISE TO THE TOP

BY DAVID ARNOLD The annual general meeting for the Noosa Pirates was upon us yet again, and with it came hope. A crowd not seen at an AGM for as long as I can remember, was on hand to witness the rebirth of the Noosa Pirates.

The crew assembled to give the club a new-look in early January, keen for a fresh start to things on and off the ground.

While the exterior was shiny and new, the ongoing enigma of whether we could survive in a grade as a solo entity was forever lingering.

Players came in dribs and drabs as we struggled early in the preseason desperate for some ray of hope with numbers.

New leaders were appointed to try and persuade troops to once again suit up for the good of the cause.

Things didn’t look good at the start, we barely had enough players to field two teams, yet here we were aiming for three.

A lifeline from a source you wouldn’t call reliable was thrown to the Pirates and many were skeptical.

One man showed enough foresight to say 'yes we could do this'. And so began the season of 2017.

A new group of Pirates came on board to join tried and trusted players from previous seasons.

The young crop of Under 18s - under the guidance of newly-appointed coach Michael Duff - showed enough in a small space of

A Grade - First home game 25 March 2017. time to convince old campaigners that this may in fact be a good thing.

Our second string of Pirates - under the tutelage of coach Anthony Zipf - saw many familiar faces prepare for one more season of pillaging.

Head Pirate Ron Greentree had to assemble and mould a machine the likes of

which had not been seen before.

A perilous task met head on by not only the coach but his new-look band of cutthroats loyal to the very end.

Early signs were promising.

The Pirates were treading water yet keeping themselves afloat for the time being.

Something was missing. On the horizon

came a vessel bringing with it past Pirates thought to be lost forever.

From across the Tasman and from the other side of the world they came to answer the call to help their brothers in need.

The crew was complete when a young Pirate on his maiden voyage, showed that he has the right stuff to mix it with the big boys.

What happened when this juggernaut took off will remain instilled in all Pirates forever.

The team that nobody gave a chance and a club crippled to the edge, had risen like a Phoenix from the ashes.

Sunshine Coast Gympie rugby league 2017 Division 1 premiers Noosa Pirates.

This isn’t a dream, it happened. President Greg Christensen said 'yes' when many around him were saying 'no'.

It was said in the closing weeks of the season that we were ticking off the boxes one at a time.

To every player that pulled on a Pirate jersey this season we thank you. To the committee that gets things done even when you don’t want to do it, we thank you. To the supporters that came along week in, week out we thank you.

This year certainly tested us out. From personal tragedy to on field success we have had it all.

And yes we have come out of all this adversity with a sense of pride that cannot and will not - be matched anywhere else. ●

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FACES OF THE PIRATES

RON GREENTREE Head Coach Ron Greentree started his involvement in rugby league when as a nineyear-old he commenced his career playing as either a centre or lock in the Brisbane and Innisfail districts. His involvement with the Pirates started in 1995 when he coached the Under 18s, then in 1997 as coach of the Under 19s when they won the premership.

Since then he has remained involved with the Pirates. Speaking as Head Coach he said, “I want to get us into a position whereby, we will in one or two years, again have a team back in A Grade”. ●

LEXIE MAWN It was back in the year 2000 that Secretary and Life member Lexie Mawn first became involved in the Pirates club.

Educated in Roma, at 17 years of age she experienced her first involvement with the game of rugby league. “Our Roma Cities Gladiators Football Club is the home of the great Darren Lockyer.’’ After several years of country life, she moved to Noosa. For Lexie, her commitment with the Pirates Rugby League Club started when her two sons Nick and Mitch joined the juniors. They played in the juniors, then played Under 18 and Under 20.

“They were happy times, the parents were great people, so it was good for both the boys and I. By 2009, they were old enough, so I thought why not keep doing what I liked, so I went into the senior club.”

On moving into the seniors, Lexie started helping in whatever way she could. Lexie’s move into the senior club was the period known among some of the old hands as the golden years. ●

GREG CHRISTENSEN President of Pirates Rugby League Club, Greg Christensen, has been a long-time member of Pirates Rugby League Club.

During his younger years as a player in the various grades - and in his dealing with club-mates while serving Pirates in an administration capacity - his loyalty and honesty has never been questioned; thus his integrity. For Greg, the year 1995 was one to remember, for it was during this time that he was to meet a lady Rugby League touch footballer named Jaye Wales; the lady who was to become his wife.

"Some years ago my wife and her family were involved in the Noosa Nippers so I suppose you could say that we have both been involved in community affairs,” Greg said.

As President of Pirates Rugby League Club, Greg's main goal became to reestablish the A Grade team. “Then I want to create an atmosphere of one - the senior club and the juniors all in together. This will do wonders for the family environment.” ●

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Prior to this, in 1998 Greg received his highest award - Life Membership of the Pirates Rugby League Club; the honour which for him, takes pride of place. ●

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JUNIORS TAKE TO THE FIELD There are lots of good news stories to share ... in particular receiving the grant from Qld Government and Noosa Council for new lights on Field 1 was one massive highlight for all that were involved in that project.

The lights are bigger and brighter than ever and all players love playing Friday night games under them.

The NDJRL is extremely grateful to both Government and Council for such a generous boost in funds.

Last year, 2016, saw the introduction of Under 6 year olds being involved in the greatest game of all.

Boys and girls as young as four have been playing rugby league this year. In a modified game on a smaller field with a reduced number of kids on the field, this allowed so many more kids to get off the lounge and away from screens and out on the paddock.

So awesome to watch!

The Girls League also went from strength to strength seeing the Under 14s team making it into the finals.

Female team numbers are starting to grow and NDJRL hope to field three full teams from Under 14s to Under 18s in 2018.

Something that has caused a big buzz around the place is the amalgamation between the Juniors and the Seniors Pirate Clubs.

This is a necessary venture to grow rugby league in this region and provide positive pathways for all players.

Lastly, NDJRL could not have achieved

Under 7s Pirates team. all of the above success without the generosity and support of their sponsors: - Bendigo Bank and Eumundi Sport & Recreation Club funded the Richie Johnston Mini Mod Carnival. A huge carnival that saw teams come together at Cooroy from as far south as Bribie Island and as far north as Roma and Maryborough. Kennards Hire Noosaville also generously donated all the equipment needed for this carnival.

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BEN’S A STAR - TIMES THREE! BEN HENDERSON DIVISION 1 BEST AND FAIREST A player of immense strength, Ben’s ability saw him ear-marked as a possible NRL star being part of the Cronulla Sharks Under 18 program where he played in 2014, and then the Under 20s in 2015.

Ben was recruited to the all-conquering Melbourne Storm where he played in 2016 in their Under 20s side before succumbing to a shoulder injury midway through the season.

A shoulder reconstruction in the off season did nothing to dampen his enthusiasm and when given the opportunity to play back at his beloved Noosa Pirates (a member of the Sunshine Coast Development Squad), he did so with open arms.

His maturity for someone so young in years, Ben plays like a seasoned veteran.

Respected by all and sundry at the Noosa Pirates, not only was Ben the Division 1 Best and Fairest , he was also co-captain of the Premiership-winning 2017 Noosa Pirates.

Ben Henderson - The sky is the limit for the man affectionately known as Hendo. praise on the player, who although has not been at the club for an overly long time, seems like he has been here all his playing career.

Ben’s main attributes are his speed and the ability to find the try line whenever he wants to.

Not a rookie by any stretch of the imagination, every year is going to be his last - if you believe what he tells you!

However, with two stellar seasons behind him with awards such as Best Back in 2016

Ben Butler is one player to watch next season. to go along with his Best and Fairest award for this season, you would like to think that Ben will continue to play into the future.

BEN BUTLER UNDER 18’S BEST AND FAIREST Ben is a home-grown product of the Noosa Pirates, beginning his journey at the tender age of seven years old.

He has played all his junior football with the Noosa Pirates, culminating in his first season of Under 18 football in 2017.

Still eligible for another season at the

Under 18 level, Ben’s love for the game and his commitment to training sees this young man with a very bright future.

It would not surprise anyone involved with the club to see this young man make his debut in senior level in the not too distant future.

A quiet individual who lets his playing do the talking, he is well liked and respected by his team-mates.

His goal-kicking is just an added bonus to his vast array of skills. ●

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BEN HAYES DIVISION 2 BEST AND FAIREST Ben is one of those guys that you just love having around the football club.

Some would say that he is a bit of a rough diamond, yet a more loyal person to his team-mates and club you would struggle to find.

Astute people around the club often heap

With Ben Hayes’ experience in the game he would have no trouble venturing into coaching.

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FOCUS ON … Pirates Rugby League

Legends of League.

LEGENDS OF LEAGUE The Legends of League game held in February 2017 saw some of the greatest players in rugby league taking on the might of the mighty Noosa Pirates.

The three day extravaganza commenced on the Thursday with a bowls day which took place at the Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club. This gave the public a chance to rub shoulders with the greats of yesteryear.

It was a fantastic day of sport for the whole family as the biggest names in rugby league made their way to Tewantin where local legends in the making took on the big boys of league in an All Star game.

Legends Robbie O’Davis, Dale Shearer, Cliff Lyons, Petero Civoniceva were among the long list of players that tackled the Noosa All Stars.

Matt Black, Ben Christensen, Darren Lothian, Ben Swan, Peter Schulte and Dean Carroll are just a few of the local legends who made up the All Stars team.

Friday evening played host to a gala dinner for 600 people, while Saturday evening saw a crowd of about 4000 people converge on Pirate Park to watch the game between the two teams, which was played in great spirit.

The Sunshine Coast Butterflies were the recipients of a donation made to them as well as some youngsters from that organisation who were presented with replica jerseys.

A fabulous night was had by all that attended and will take place again in early February 2018. ●

Legends of League John Hopoate and Darren Knowles.

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A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO ALL INVOLVED Winning the Division 1 Premiership for 2017 would not have been possible without the many fantastic sponsors, whose support throughout the year was outstanding.

- The Tewantin/Noosa RSL has been a valued sponsor of the Noosa Pirates for many years now, so to CEO Phil Stevenson and his board of directors, a heartfelt thank you from all concerned with the Noosa Pirates and we look forward to your continued sponsorship in the coming seasons.

- Hang Loosa Real Estate based in

Tewantin - to Chris Allen and his team, your support over the years has been immeasurable, being there for us when all appeared lost. We can not express our thanks highly enough, and hopefully we can continue this partnership.

- Always Cool Air-Conditioning are a recent addition to our sponsors group and have provided great assistance when needed.

Thank you for your support and we look forward to being involved in the next season.

- Kennards Hire who donate equipment for the rodeo and any other events we have during

for you ongoing support.

- Special thanks to Noosaville Tyrepower, Why Kick a Moo Cow and Mountain Dew Natural Spring Water.

- To our patron Glen Elms, thank you for your continual support.

- A big thank you to Ron Lane and Dave Arnold for their continual support with their articles and editorials.

To the many other sponsors that have donated their time, goods, money and so forth - a huge thank you to you all.

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- SHS Civil - to Dave Simmons and your team, thank you for your support.

- To the team at the Noosa Golf Club who kept the ground in pristine condition for the duration of the season, we cannot express how grateful we are for your service and expertise.

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1. Matt Black 2. Darren Knowles 3. Dean Jeffrey 4. Dave Kirby 5. Shane Beatson 6. Shane Payne 7. Noel Goldthorpe 8. Ken (Grizz) Dellit 9. Rob Raiteri 10. Tony Fanshaw 11 Greg Christensen 12. Darryl Fitzgerald 13. Mick Plant (Captain/Coach) 14. Anthony Zipf 15. Ian Anderton 16. Ron Slater (Father of Melbourne Storm star Billy Slater) 17. Jeff Watson 18. Brad Pike 19. Brian Coyne

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FOCUS ON … Pirates Rugby League

PIRATES HONOUR THEIR TOP GUNS Seaton Reid - 2017 Player of the Year A genuine larrakin, Seaton Reid is blessed with God-given ability.

Playing the majority of his rugby league with the Noosa Pirates as a junior, he made the transition to senior level rather hesitantly - often questioning his own ability - to make the grade.

2017 saw the transformation of his playing career. Starting the season in Division 2, Seaton was given the opportunity to play in Division 1 and he grabbed that chance with both hands.

Very often playing two games each Saturday showed the level of dedication Seaton brought to the table.

He was runner-up in the League’s top points scorer in Division 2 playing six games less in that level than the winner and being only eight points behind in total.

His efforts on field saw him reach the pinnacle of team sports being a vital member of the 2017 Premiership side.

With new-found respect from his opposition, Seaton is one of those guys who can do it all, and let’s hope he continues to do so for many years to come.

Russell Britten - 2017 Pirate of the Year Russell Britten started his career for the Noosa Pirates in 1984 at the tender age of six.

Countless representative honours in both his junior and senior years, has earned him the respect of players and spectators alike.

Blake Wilson - an important cog in the team.

Seaton Reid - A more deserving recipient of the Player of the Year would be hard to find.

A two-time premiership player in A Grade - as well as playing in many other finals fixtures in both A Grade and Division 2 - Russell’s longevity in the game is something to behold.

A serious knee injury In 2014 saw him miss the majority of the season and Russell believed that his career had come to an untimely end.

After a comeback in 2015, he was chosen as the Best Player in Division 2 for the league.

Russell had the distinct honour of playing in the same team as his oldest son during the 2017 season.

Some 35 years of service to the Noosa Pirates saw him a worthy recipient of the Chris O’Grady Medal as the 2017 Pirate of the Year.

Blake Wilson - 2017 Captain of the Under 18s side At just 16 years of age it was a huge achievement for Blake Wilson to be named captain.

Just two days before a knockout semifinal clash against Caloundra in Division 1, there was a ruling stating a player must be 17 years of age in order to play senior football.

Russell Britten, left - His actions on the field speak louder than words.

Coach Ron Greentree gave Blake the best birthday present ever when he named him in the starting line-up for this all important clash.

The youngster scored a hat-trick on debut, helping his team continue on their quest for premiership glory.

Blake became an important cog in the team which was rewarded with premiership success in 2017. ●

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HARD WORK PAYS OFF “It was a roller-coaster of a year with a lot of hard work from a lot of great people. All the players were dedicated and loyal to the Noosa Pirates.

"From not having an A Grade team at the beginning of the year, to winning the Division 1 Premiership for 2017 was an amazing feat and testimony to our playing group.

"It was great to see the overwhelming response from our supporters when we brought the trophy home.

“See you next season. Lets go back to back!”

- Ron Greentree, Coach Division 1 The Noosa Pirates RLFC would like to take this opportunity to thank all of its Sponsors and Partners for 2017. If you would like to be a part of the Club for 2018 please register your interest at info@noosapirates.com.au. ●

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FOCUS ON … Triathalon

FEARLESS FESTIVAL OF THE FLYING FEET The five day Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport festival from 1-5 November features an ocean swim, a fun run, the Charity Golf Day and elite cycling and running events and culminates on Sunday 5 November with the Noosa Triathlon, the world’s largest standard distance triathlon.

Headlining the Noosa Triathlon are key athletes from Australia’s Commonwealth Games triathlon team for 2018, Ashleigh Gentle and Jake Birtwhistle, defending champion Dan Wilson, plus Commonwealth Games hopefuls Aaron Royle, Ryan Bailie, Gillian Backhouse and Luke Willian.

The long distance world is also well

represented with Sarah Crowley fresh from her podium at the Ironman World Championships, Ironman Asia-Pacific Champion Josh Amberger, Ironman specialist Jake Montgomery making his long-awaited Noosa debut, Liz Blatchford in her first race back as a new mum and two time World Duathlon Champion Felicity Sheedy-Ryan mixing it up with a swim.

Defending champ Ashleigh Gentle is shooting for Noosa title number five and Dan Wilson is hoping to go back to back this year.

“Noosa has always been really important to me. It’s the one I look forward to the most,” she said. ●

TOUR DE NOOSA The inaugural Tour de Noosa Garth Prowd Ride to be held on Friday 3 November has been created at this year’s Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival to honour Garth Prowd, the man affectionately known as the Godfather of Australian triathlon.

A pioneer of sport tourism and passionate advocate for athletes, Garth revolutionised triathlon, cycling and running events in Australia and was himself an athlete.

The 28km recreational ride is open to everyone and all proceeds from the ride will go towards the the Garth Prowd Triathlon Scholarship to continue the legacy created

by Garth at the Noosa Triathlon in creating opportunities and pathways for athletes to reach their full potential. ●

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LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT

John John Florence, remembering how to ride Supertubos, Peniche.

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With Russell Smith in Tauranga, remembering Peniche.

PENICHE, PORTUGAL -

THEN AND NOW It’s funny how the world goes round. Here I am in Tauranga, New Zealand, as a guest of the wonderful Tauranga Arts Festival, catching up with a bloke I haven’t seen for 44 years, since we free-camped at a lonely beach in Portugal for weeks on end back in the northern summer of ’73, and Russell Smith says, “I wonder what it’s like in Peniche now.”

I pull out my phone and switch on the live stream from the MEO Rip Curl Pro in Peniche, Portugal, where ten foot bombs are exploding close to the shore and thousands of people are lining the beach, screaming for their heroes. Occasionally the camera, in following the arc of the surfer on a left, will pan across the distant rock wall that separates Supertubos from our old camp and the fishing village beyond.

“It’s a bit like this,” I say, handing him the phone. Russell shakes his head in wonder, I’m not sure if it’s at the changes “progress” hath wrought in Peniche or because he doesn’t own a smart phone. (It is New Zealand!) Maybe it’s a bit of both. We sip on our Hawke’s Bay pinot gris, contemplate the delicately assembled plates of delicious food on our table at Tauranga’s best restaurant, Macau, and grin at each other as we recall that wonderful, carefree time.

Russell was a successful hairdresser who

had established a chain of salons in New Zealand and decided to take a year off and travel across Europe in a campervan with his Dutch-born wife Maria and their tiny daughter Mia. I was a 22-year-old surfing vagabond hitching rides from beach to beach with my mate Neil, both escapees from the gritty newspaper world of Newcastle, Bilbo surfboards under our arms - the legacy of the high summer season spent working in Cornish guesthouses - and very little money in our wallets. If July and August had been the high season for tourists in Cornwall, September and October was high season for surf tourists on the Bay of Biscay, and beyond, along the surf-rich coasts of Spain and Portugal - the season when Atlantic swells gathered force and pounded rocky headlands that stretched into long bays with lined up waves of chilly grey-green water.

We were travelling with an Australian couple in a beaten-up campervan. Well, they were travelling in the van, we had a leaky pop-up tent we’d erect nearby in fair weather, or in foul we’d lay it beneath the van and roll out our sleeping bags, carefully avoiding the downward trajectory of the greasy chassis when our hosts got amorous.

The relationship was getting a little tense when we first encountered Russell

and Maria at a place called Somo in Spain, and we travelled in convoy through Figuera da Foz and down to Peniche, where we all settled into the dust bowl of a free-camp next to the rock wall and Madam Sirly’s shabby little cafe.

He might have been a businessman in New Zealand, but in Europe Russell was a long-haired, bearded hippy with an ironic sense of humour and a laidback attitude to life, both of which he needed as we made lame attempts to hit on his gorgeous blonde wife. We all got along like a house on fire that summer, drinking cheap wine out of plastic bottles, eating grilled sardines at Madam Sirly’s, or around a campfire, surfing the friendly waves beside the rock wall or hiking down the beach to the more challenging beachbreaks in front of the sardine processing factory, from which a river of blood trickled into the ocean and the stench was horrific whenever the wind blew hard offshore. This was the break that would later become famous as Supertubos.

And then the money ran out. Russell, Maria and Mia headed south, bound for Seville and ultimately Morocco. Russell bought our boards for ten quid each and we started hitching north, bound for London and winter jobs. We never saw them again.

Until I dined with Russell and new wife

Susan last week.

“You know, I sold those boards in Agadir for fifty quid each,” he dead-panned as we ordered another bottle of pinot gris in the Macau. “Saw you dumb Aussies coming.”

Which takes us back to the Peniche Pro, in which the competitors have had to endure waves about twice as big and powerful as anything we ever encountered on our Bilbos back in the day.

As I watched boards being creased in every heat, I wondered what we would have done if a Supertubos monster had creased the Bilbo. We were the only surfers in the camp, and it would have been a long haul back to Biarritz to get a replacement.

Anyway, as I write, John Florence is on the charge, his nearest rival Jordy Smith eliminated early. Julian Wilson still has a mathematical chance, but John John could close the door tonight.

Wherever we’re eating and drinking in Tauranga tonight, Russell and I will be watching it on my phone.

Footnote: Noosa International Film Festival is in full flight this weekend. Don’t miss the special screening of Men of Wood and Foam with live soundtrack performance by the Band of Frequencies, Saturday night at The J. This is a rare treat indeed. Tickets at niff.com.au ●

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WILD WOMEN HIT THE TRAIL About 140 brave and intrepid women took to the trails on 15 October for the 50km Wild Women Adventure Race in the beautiful Noosa Hinterland.

Spokeswoman Jan Leverton said while the weather didn’t come to the party, the women crossed the finish line beaming after completing a 10km trek to Lake Macdonald, 5km paddle followed by a mountain-bike ride.

Then they walked a slackline, shot a shanghai and forded a rainforest creek - nothing was too hard for these Wild Women - and all arrived back in Pomona with a few extra freckles from the mud and the experience of a lifetime.

“It was great to see women of all ages competing - the oldest being in her 70th year,” she said. “There were some great family combinations as well. Most of the competitors were first-timers and they proved that you don’t have to be an elite athlete to do this sort of thing.”

First across the line was the experienced team Mountain Designs Wild Women, followed by ThomTam and Giddy-Up Girls rounding out the podium.

The event was sponsored by Tourism Noosa, Mountain Designs, Area51, RACV Noosa Resort, Em’s Power Cookies, Skirtsports Australia, Noosa Springs, Venture Cycles, Adventurethon, Buslink Qld and Rapha. ●

SUCCESSFUL NIPPERS DAY Noosa Nippers had a fun and successful day at the recent Rainbow Beach Junior ‘Banjo Memorial’ Carnival with some great results.

The weather forecast leading up to the event was dubious, but the day of the carnival was spectacular.

The younger Nippers in particular had a fantastic carnival and the experience has increased both their confidence and their taste for surf rescue competition.

The older age groups took the day in their stride and enjoyed catching up with old friends as well as participating in the fierce competition.

Special mention to Indie Law who made the final round of every single event she was entered in.

As always it is our parent volunteers that make days like this possible - many thanks to their constant effort, support and often overlooked contribution. ●

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BETWEEN THE FLAGS

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CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF NIPPERS This Friday 27 October, the Noosa Nippers known as the Noosa Heads Junior Activities (now a branch of the official National body, Junior Activities) will celebrate their 50-year anniversary, the club having formed in 1967.

These celebrations will be held on Noosa’s Main Beach with a twilight Nippers session from 4pm-5pm followed by the unveiling of the Honour Board.

After this, the annual Duck Race and barbecue will be held and the club is hoping that all involved will join in and make it a day to remember. Celebrate and acknowledge the history, achievements and dedication of those who worked to make the Noosa Nippers a reality.

For the club, the initial discussions started in the 1965/66 season and the club was founded in 1967.

According to the club history, Bob Kneale was principally involved with the formation and others on record were George Salter, Keith and Lola McDonald, Des Hempsell, Heather Murphy, Ron Gower, Ron and Norm Birrell, John Peach and S and D Devantia.

Not having an official name or training manual, Kneale decided to use the USA Lifeguard principal of teaching all aspects of beach work but limited water training.

The naming of the club was interesting.

“As the new Noosa Senior Club emblem was the sea horse,” said Kneale, “and young horses were often referred to as colts, we decided to call our young people the Sea Colts. As a result, in 1967 the Sea Colts emblem was on our first official flag, Noosa noosatoday.com.au

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Heads Sea Colts.”

The first people to take major positions were Patron H. Franks, President J Greer, Secretary K McDonald and Treasurer G Salter.

Down through the years there have many people who have made outstanding contributions to this great club, simply too many to name; administrators, age managers, the mums and dads who literally drove their little ones to the ends of the Earth, thus enabling them to enjoy the life as a little Noosa Nipper.

With regard to competition, it is a proud part of the Nipper history that the first

member of the senior club ever to win a gold medal at the Australian Championships in a water event, came through the ranks of the Noosa Nippers. The former Nipper then competing as a cadet in the senior club was Clint Irwin, and he won gold in the board race at North Wollongong.

“I always remember it,” he said with a laugh. “It was a rainy day with choppy conditions and it suited me down to the ground.”

Current chairperson Sam Smith said, “I am looking forward to having past presidents at the function to help us celebrate this great occasion and thank them

for their years of service.”

“On behalf of not only the senior club but also the community at large we thank all involved through the years for their outstanding contribution.

Another landmark occasion for the Noosa club was on 20 October this year.

On this day Noosa veteran member Steve Mawby - who along with his wife Nikki and friend Lorna plus a support team were responsible for the formation of the Noosa Seahorse Nippers (an organisation dedicated to helping children with special needs) - was the proud recipient of the QBank Everyday Heroes Award. This award, which covers the ‘“Ownership Category’’ was presented in Brisbane at an official function attended by dignitaries. To Steve and his team an award well earned.

At Tullebudgera on Saturday, the surf boat fraternity gathered to bid a boaties’ fairwell to boating legend Ronnie Davidson.

Little Davo as he was affectionately known, was a gentleman and highly respected official. We convey to his family our utmost respect.

The boat carnival that followed had good results for Noosa.

Boat sweep David Tomba said “Our Masters crew - the Condors - won on Saturday and again on Sunday and Boys Under 19 novice performed well to finish fourth on both days.

The Girls also did well to finish third and fourth - Saturday being the normal carnival course and Sunday the short course events. ●

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