Noosa Today - 08th February 2018

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RAISE YOUR GLASS Congratulations to Dale Heidenreich for winning tickets to The Chorus Line.

We had a huge amount of entries, but there can only be one! Thank you everyone for all of your entries to this great event, and keep your eyes on this page for other great promotions.

This week, we are offering a double pass to see PINK! Ok, not actually Pink, but a pretty close replica performing at Villa Noosa on February 23. "Raise Your Glass Pink" is an energetic tribute show full of everything you would expect from a true Pink performance. In a 2 hour feature packed show with Costume Changes, "Raise Your Glass" it's time to "Get This Party Started" from 8 PM - 11 PM. To enter, simply email your name and phone number in to us at newsdesk@ noosatoday.com.au by Tuesday 6 February and get ready to rock.

Let us know about your experiences travelling to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Email newsdesk@noosatoday.com.auIn sad news was the loss of the koala, Carly, from the Noosa National Park.

As a regular visitor to the park, I had walked by the tree at the park

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Hospital services were in the spotlight during the State election and have been raised again this week with women lobbying for closer maternity services.An hour’s drive to hospital in labour is a long time and if you happen to hit peak hour it could be quite a bit longer.

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Want to know more about the biosphere.

We have answers to some key questions on pages 6 and 7.

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THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT… FARM GROWN IN A CLIMATE OF CHANGE

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BY MARGARET MACCOLL Keli Nagai of Sunshine Beach hopes when her first baby is due in a couple of weeks she can make the journey in time to the coast's only public hospital with maternity inpatient services at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital at Birtinya.

Keli said it took her 1hr10mins when she last visited. She's hoping for a natural birth but like all mums has no idea how long her labour will last or how it will progress.

Keli has been very pro-active in ensuring she is as prepared as any new mother can be for the birth, having availed herself of the local prenatal services but cannot control the distance to hospital.

Maternity Consumer Network spokeswoman Alecia Staines is lobbying to bring birthing services closer.

Alecia said rural towns where births may number only 60 per year have birthing services but having a service more than 50 minutes away by car was too far and

much further for people relying on public transport.

Nambour General Hospital closed its doors to maternity inpatient services in March 2017 when SCU's new maternity facility opened to service the more than 2600 babies born annually on the Sunshine Coast.

Alecia said not having birth services was a deterrent to attracting young women to the area and a solution needed to be thought through carefully.

She has spoken to Noosa MP Sandy Bolton and has plans to meet Nicklin MP Martin Hunt and Health Minister Dr Steven Miles.

Ms Bolton said she was investigating the value and feasibility of sharing maternity services across the region and the possibility of reinstating services at Nambour.

She said a study that included the health service demands of the whole community over the next 20 years should be considered. ●

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Keli Nagai will travel to the SCU hospital to have her baby.

IN THE SWIM IN A DEEP BLUE OASIS OF CALM Noosa Main Beach provided a calm oasis for participants in the fifth annual Summer Swim over the weekend but rain kept some of the onlookers away.

Organiser of World Series Swims and Noosa local John Guise said while many open beaches had been closed swimmers had only good feedback from the conditions at main beach.

Olympic swimmer Michael Klim led the youngsters in the first swim of the event before participating in others including a 1km swim with fellow Olympian Libby Trickett who took to the event while 35 weeks pregnant.

"She challenged her co-hosts on radio Triple M Luke Bradnam and Ben Dobbins," John said.

"She still managed to beat one of them."

Noosa's Nick Sloman and Aisha Thornton won the 5km Noosa Grand Prix on Sunday.

The main event win for Nick follows on from his first national title win last week in Adelaide where he claimed the 10km Open Water event at the Australian Championships.

Aisha, who represented Scotland at the last Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, also took home the prize for Saturday's 3km event. It was the second year in a row Aisha won the 3km swim and the first major event win for 14-year-old Jackson May of Tanawha. ●

Calm seas and threatening skies.

Libby Trickett ready for a swim.

Michael Klim lines up with the kids.

Photos: Surfshots, Dave Gleeson.

Nick Sloman wins the main event.

Michael Klim leads the swim from the shore.

Aisha Thornton and Jackson May win on Saturday.

Faced with longer and more intense droughts and extreme weather events than ever before farmers are lobbying governments and taking action to find solutions to climate changes affecting their land.

Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) CEO Verity Morgan-Schmidt spoke on Friday at Noosa Parks Association's forum about the organisations rapid growth since being established in April last year and its aims for the future.

The Cooroy resident grew up on a farm in Western Australia and knows both the difficulties farmers face dealing with changed weather conditions and their ability to adapt and innovate.

With farmers claiming stewardship over 50 per cent of Australia's land mass they need to be part of the solution, she said.

Verity said FCA wanted to dispel the myth that farmers don't want anything to do with climate change.

She said farmers acknowledge the agriculture sector contributes 15-18 per cent of greenhouse gases and their aim collectively was to make the industry carbon neutral by 2030.

Surveys conducted by the organisation found nine tenths of farmers were concerned about damage to climate and 88 per cent wanted politicians to bring in policies to support and invest in agriculture to adapt to a changing climate.

"We're putting those on the front line front and centre in creating solutions. It's hard for politicians to ignore when it's not environmentalists saying it but farmers," she said.

Verity told the group FCA's future projects included funding a climate smart agricultural fellowship and initiating the Cuppa for the Climate project in which farmers share information on climate change with fellow farmers.

She said they were calling for a coordinated national plan to combat climate change and are protesting against the Adani mine go-ahead. After struggling through drought farmers are angry the government wants to give ground water to a mine, she said.

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COVER STORY Catch Rachel in Just Don’t Shimmer, Shine – Seminar and morning tea - Tuesday 6 March, Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre at 10am. Tickets via www.windowomen.org Pictures: Dave Gleeson surfshots.com.au

TRUE GRIT SHOWS THE WAY

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or some, life sure slings the mud and it's what we do next that really demonstrates our true grit. Despite great loss in her life and a ten year window to live, Rachel Clancy's determination to find real happiness may be a key to healing.

This extraordinary woman hopes to encourage more people to follow what truly makes their heart sing by sharing her story with us.

Originally from Wales, U.K. of Irish Portuguese decent, Rachel was the youngest of 6. She experienced her first loss at

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just two years old when her father died of cancer. After some time, her mother remarried and they packed up and came to Australia.

"My step father was a seaman and as a child he would tell me stories of wild seas and helicopters, of dusty roads and Holden utes, union strikes and pub brawls. He filled me with a yearning to see this wonderful country that I was so fortunate to now be living," Rachel said.

By the age of 19, she began working her way up and down the coast of Western Australia, taking jobs in roadhouses, hotels, restaurants. She cooked on sheep stations and mustered cows with horses.

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"I felt I was living my dream. Then the Australia that I wanted to see opened up. I became a camp manager for an aboriginal housing company.

"I travelled into areas of Australia many people would never see. I experienced the true culture of this country. I felt I was very blessed," she said.

It was during this time that Rachel met the man she was to be married to for 15 years. He was a horticulturalist and on The Ord River Irrigation Scheme, in Kununurra W.A. and the young couple was able to establish a business quickly, working for themselves, as well as for other growers.

Sadly, 23 year old Rachel was then to

lose her mother to ovarian cancer.

In the years that followed, after a successful Mango season, Rachel felt worn out. Her sister Jane has just been diagnosed with breast cancer and the following year, her brother Laurence with Non Hodgkins Lymphona.

Rachel was 30 when she noticed a lump under her own arm.

"We were young and fit and a little crazy.

We worked tirelessly, in an unforgiving climate.

"I thought of it as a pulled muscle. The wet season was closing in and some needed rest was due. I went to the doctors to get it checked out and her face said it all.

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lives in remission with Prostate Cancer, his son underwent chemo for a tumour on his bone. It didn't stop there - more relatives would be struck with the illness and the family would eventually find an answer.

A confirmation that they suffered from Li Fraumeni Syndrome came in recent years - a rare condition which is an inherited familial predisposition to a wide range of certain, often rare, cancers. This is due to a change (mutation) in a tumour suppressor gene known as TP53.

Despite enduring more loss than most in a lifetime, Rachel had begun to create a new story for herself and focus on what makes her truly happy. Singing became an intrinsic part of her healing process.

"For me personally, singing is a huge release of tension. It helps me stay in my happy place and when I don't sing I feel frustrated," Rachel said.

"The opening up and transferring of emotion through my voice is very satisfying."

Today, she inspires many people with story and song. Nominated to be a part of the International Women's Week Festival here in Noosa, Rachel will be coordinating the music for the show "Lets Hear It For The Girls" and performing songs.

"Watching the faces in an audience, I wish to touch their hearts with my depiction of the song, raise up a memory or feeling for them. Sometimes I get it, sometimes I don't. That's all part of the development.

"I'm also going to be a speaker for "Don't Shimmer Shine" giving me the opportunity to tell my story. I was honoured to accept the offer.

"This is a totally new direction for me.

Yes, I'll be singing but it's my story that I wish to tell to hopefully inspire people to do what makes their heart sing, to find and hold on to happiness for health and personal growth.

"I am truly grateful for the life that I have had. The good bits and not so good bits and the new and exciting life that is unfolding for me.

"I think for me to overcome what I've been through has really come down to my attitude. When I was diagnosed, I really took a look at my life and all I had done.

"I had no regrets and I really had to come to terms with possibly dying and worked on not fearing that. It really makes everything else irrelevant.

"I am bringing my boys up to make conscious choices for themselves. They are already aware of how certain foods react, lack of rest feels poor nutrition feels and I'm happy to say they are choosing to make different choices the next time the temptation comes around.

"There will be a time when we have the

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discussion on our family's condition, but hopefully they will be mentally prepared to know it doesn't have to be a ticking bomb.

"I could have given up but no, I just get on with it, laugh a lot, try to eat well and keep positive. Resist fear. I try not to beat myself up, and I don't let others opinions or belief affect my emotional state. Our

emotions have so much to do with our health and wellbeing.

"Nothing really is that bad. I've lost everything, but gained so much in doing so.

And when my time is up, well it's up. That's life.

"With a 10 year prognosis, I am now into my 16th year clear."

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"It didn't come as a huge surprise. Not saying I wasn't shocked, but my family had a history with cancer," she said.

Rachel was diagnosed with an aggressive stage 3 tumour in her left breast and underwent a huge treatment plan with a bilateral mastectomy and reconstruction, followed by 3 months of chemo, radiation and more chemo.

"After treatment, my prognosis was a 10 year life expectancy," she said.

The aggressive treatment was also supposed to make Rachel infertile.

After losing both parents to cancer, receiving a 10 year life expectancy and infertility prognosis, how is it that Rachel Clancy is with us today, 16 years on and a mother of two healthy boys?

"I returned to the Kimberley after treatment to a devastated business. On the day of my last chemo treatment a hail storm came through and completely wiped us out.

I had just beat cancer so my attitude was "what is there to lose?" I went to the bank put everything on the line and 10 months later it happened again.

"I'm a strong believer in things happening for a reason. Two strikes down, we were not going to wait for number three.

It was time to leave. We filed for bankruptcy and left for the Sunshine Coast.

"Recovery was slow but I was in a supportive place. My husband worked tirelessly to provide what we needed. After three years I wanted to have children," Rachel said.

The couple were blessed to conceive two children, Patrick, now 12 and Reilley, now 9.

"It wasn't long after having my boys that I started to think about what I would do once I was ready to start work again. There was no way I could work the way I used to.

My physical body was nowhere near the same.

She began to look back at the things that made her happy in the past and started to develop hobbies in painting and singing.

Taking art classes, painting murals and canvases and teaming up with guitarists performing in muso nights, Rachel began to find a new pathway.

"I was doing what made me happy and my happiness equalled my health."

It was by chance that Rachel met a highly regarded singer and entertainer who became her mentor.

She began singing lessons and began to sing in a group and eventually was singing with them full time.

"I was making ends meet doing what I really loved," she said.

Behind all of this growth, Rachel's family continued falling prey to cancer. Her sister Jane lost her battle and passed away in 2015 and although her brother Laurence still

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ALL THE ANSWERS ON BIOSPHERE As the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation releases its latest reports to Council we ask Chair Dick Barnes for answers to questions on NBRF often raised in the community 1. Who was on the committee that selected the grant recipients?

An independent sub-committee of the Board managed the grants program.

The Chair of the committee is Clare Cartwright, a Noosa local all her life and prominent young lawyer, Karen Hussey, a Professor at the University of Queensland and Dr David Dique, an expert in koala conservation and advising business on achieving a balance between development and conservation. Finally, Councillor Frank Wilkie provides the sub-committee with extensive experience of the broader Noosa community's aspirations for balanced socio-economic development.

This committee is still in place and managing the ongoing program.

A contractor, Nick Heath and our administrator supported the process but took no part in the decision making.

2. What was the criteria?

The overarching purpose of this grants round is prosperity from protection, with a focus on "Big Ideas" in four priority areas. The criteria were well published on our website when the program was launched. We have asked that all projects address to

some extent the fundamental aims of a Biosphere Reserve by addressing both environmental and socio-economic issues.

3. Was the selection of the committee final?

Absolutely - the sub-committee's decisions were final.

4. What did NBRF do to ensure there were no conflicts of interest in making the selection?

We have a significant number of Directors well trained in governance so this was an aspect we paid a lot of attention to. We carefully examined each Board members' affiliations for independence from organisations that may submit grant applications. Given Dick Barnes and Michael Gloster had links to organisations that wished to apply, they both stepped aside. The response to our grants round was incredible with 54 applicants roughly equally split between large and small grants.

5. Can you explain NBRF's finances?

We have received about 14 per cent of the Environment Levy. Our allocation roughly equates to $250,000 annually over the past three years. There has also been a one-off grant of $80,000 for socio-economic projects. Of this money, about half has been spent, a quarter committed to projects which will be spent when they meet milestones and a

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quarter to be spent on this year's record grant round. We also receive operational funds which have averaged $110,000 per annum. These funds originally provided for an executive officer, but we have now moved to a different model of securing specialist contractors on a part time basis, to assist the volunteer directors to run the organisation. We will spend a little more this year, $140,000 to cover a peak in requirements as we handle the required 10-year review

by UNESCO. We are required to report yearly results and the half yearly position to Council. The annual report for 2016/17 and the half yearly report for 2017/18 are in front of Council at present. They will be placed on our website (www.noosabiosphere.org.au) once approved. (Note: The accounting standards for Charitable and Not for Profit organizations requires that grants are only reported as income when paid out). We have managed to get a 2 to 1 leverage from cash contributions and "in kind" support on top of the grants we award. The structure of NBRF with Donor Gift Recipient (DGR) status, allows effective leverage, was in its original design and is being achieved. We are working hard to source other revenue.

6. How were NBRF's projects: Bring Back the Fish, Keep it in Kin Kin, Koala Mapping selected?

They were approved and funded

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in the first grants round in 2015.

A great deal of effort was put in to make sure they had a sound scientific underpinning. Various articles have been submitted by us on these flagship projects and progress is covered in our reports on our website. We plan further community communication on these as they are ground breaking and exciting.

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7. The NBRF has been described as a closed shop?

Is it aiming to change this perception of it? Let the sun shine in, we say. We have a diverse mix of skills on the board, and across our contractors. Frank Wilkie is a thespian, Clare Cartwright is a lawyer and mountain biker. David Dique loves the surf and koalas. Karen Hussey has studied communities like Noosa across the world, and how they can engage decision-makers to the community's benefit. Michael Gloster has resisted unreasonable development in his view and has given so much to help make Noosa what it is today. I'm passionate about the hinterland, am engaged in multiple community organisations and in helping our rural enterprises achieve greater viability. We all love Noosa, and only want the best future for it. In coming months, we will be advertising publicly for more directors and we hope to see a greater diversity of expertise drawn in to help Noosa become even more special. NBRF also operates in co-operation with the Noosa Community Biosphere Association which is a membership organisation that has always been very active in the community as the engagement side of the biosphere structure that Council set up at de-amalgamation.

We encourage the community to join NCBA, have their say and play their part in making our Biosphere Reserve a valued part of their own Noosa way of life.

8. Is NBRF considering consulting the community on what they want from NBRF? Yes, we are preparing to put options to the community in a few months time.

In addition, each of our grants rounds have been driven by the community's 'big ideas'. The future direction of the NBRF will be in the centre of the community's aspirations, what's fundable and what works in practice. We recognise there is limited understanding of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve. NCBA produced a video for us explaining the biosphere reserve concept and its implementation in Noosa. So far about 25 workshops have been held with community groups and approximately 2500 residents have seen the video (which has been well received). Although progress, there is still a long way to go on education and engagement for the community at large.

9. How are you dealing with the community resentment of the Noosa Biosphere?

We recognise there are bad feelings on a number of fronts that starts from the very way the Noosa Biosphere was set up in 2007. There are conflicting views on the effectiveness or otherwise of the previous NBL and the sector boards that it worked with. Also there is no doubt that the transition to the current structure was aggressively implemented to the disappointment of many. I, as Chair, am new to the management of the NBRF. I and the majority of the NBRF

Board have no roots in any of the previous organisations and just want to make what we have work. We have an independence from the past. As I often say, the community needs another organisation change like a hole in the head and I believe we are demonstrating that we can get the job done with the structure we have today.

We are very happy to have the help and support of past biosphere members and there are many that support what we are doing. We aim to build on the best work of the past whenever we can. We would be happy to involve anyone who genuinely wants to make things work either with NBRF or NCBA and build on any work and expertise available.

10. Projects appear to have been very focused on the environment.

Does NBRF think the focus reflects the aims of a Biosphere?

We aim to fund and encourage projects that align with principles under the UNESCO Man and Biosphere program - a wise balance between the environment and people. The orientation of projects is also determined by our funding deed with Council. Presently most of our funds come from the Environment Levy. That said, while projects must deliver for the environment to satisfy levy requirement, the Board is passionate in ensuring projects have socio-economic benefits.

'Bring back the fish', for example, aims to improve the water quality and bio-diversity of the Noosa River. At the same time we are aiming, long term, to make the river a food source again

involving suitable commercial fishing and provide good recreational fishing to residents and visitors - the heart of our economy. 'Keeping it in Kin Kin' aims to stop erosion in the Kin Kin catchment sending sediment into the lakes and river with associated conservation benefits.

However, we plan that this action will be part of improving agricultural productivity in the area and thereby contributing to prosperity.

11. What does it propose for its strategic direction?

We are currently undertaking a strategy planning exercise. We have a lot of detail to develop. However, I think we are homing in on four themes which we need to flesh out. 1. Making "Sustainable living the norm" in our populations 2.

Developing the health and productivity of our waterways 3. Conserving our iconic species that aid our tourist economy. 4.

Developing the health and productivity of the Noosa Hinterland.

12. What does the Biosphere want to achieve in its next 10 years?

Again this is under discussion but my view would be as Chair: 1. Have a successful track record at investing wisely in and implementing big ideas that both conserve our environment and contribute to our socio-economic development. 2. Have the Noosa Biosphere concept well understood and supported by the community 3. Be seen as a very successful route to invest the Environmental Levy. 4. Successfully implement a fundraising scheme that we can leverage further. ●

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International Women's Day event.

Project Futures CEO Clare Pearson said Somaly was the inspiration behind the charity which now works to assist people enslaved in Australia and provide financial support to AFESIP Cambodia.

For more than 20 years, Somaly has been a voice for the thousands of women and girls in Cambodia who have fallen victim to sexual violence, trafficking and slavery; her own story a testament to the brutality suffered at the hands of others for profit and pleasure. Sold and forced to work in a brothel for almost a decade from the age of 12, Somaly has dedicated her life's work to supporting other victims through the service she founded in 1997.

An event will be held at South Pacific Resort, Noosa, on Saturday 3 March, where the key-note speaker Somaly Mam will share her powerful story. To find out more visit https://projectfutures.com ●

In 2016 there were 4,300 people trafficked as human slaves in Australia.

Most of them entered the country by plane with a tourist or spousal visa against their will and were forced to work across the country in a variety of jobs including farming, as domestic servants, in the sex industry or were brought here for organ harvesting. Once in the country their passports were taken, they received no money, were fearful of police and other authorities, most spoke little English and many feared for the safety of family back home. Eighty per cent were women with the rest men and children.

Noosa's Salvation Army organisation Free to Shine has joined with Australian charity Project Futures to bring human rights activist, author, sex slave survivor and founder of AFESIP Cambodia Somaly Mam to Noosa in March to speak at an

ROAD STRONGER AND MORE FLOOD PROOF Council has completed a $1.76 million project to make Kinmond Creek Road more flood resilient and increased the load capacity of the culverts.

Council contractors replaced two sets of failing steel culverts, below the roadway, with nine new large concrete box culverts.

This will improve drainage and make the road more resilient to flooding, project officer Jaro Bauleka said. ●

HAVE YOUR SAY ON CASTAWAYS BEACH ROAD PROJECT Noosa Council is seeking feedback on proposed solutions for a busy traffic hotspot at Castaways Beach.

Council is finalising the planning for improvements at the Castaways Beach car park area and beach access, approximately 200m north of Wavecrest Drive, Castaways Beach.

Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie said the location was a busy area with a high and increasing potential for hazard.

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“This area sees high traffic volumes on David Low Way, vehicles entering and leaving the car park, buses entering and leaving the bus stops with cyclists passing by and pedestrians crossing the road,” he said.

The draft layout will be open for feedback until 16 February 2018 on yoursay.noosa.qld.gov.au. ●

$2M SEALS 1.9KM GRAVEL The Federal signed off recently on a $2 million project to seal approximately 1.9kms of gravel road with bitumen

along a section of Counter Road between Cooloola and Noosa.

Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien said he hoped the State Government and Council would also consider contributing to the project.

“There is a lot of interest and support in the community for a fully sealed coastal road connecting the Fraser, Cooloola and Sunshine Coasts,” he said.

“All levels of government should work together to achieve the full project which would increase tourism and agriculture opportunities in the region and boost local businesses.” ●

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Ian Broadfoot and Paul Asbury from The Mens Shed with Donald McKill and Rob Frey of the Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union. Gavin Menkins is riding the new Husqvarna.

Asbury: unfortunately, but accidently, it is one of the best kept secrets in town. The age of members range from 65 to 80 with one elderly gentleman being 92.

"The Mens Shed aims to advance the health well- being and social inclusion based on individual interests of the members."

This gives the men the opportunity to meet socialise and also take part in various

activities and on some occasions become involved in community projects. One such project which came about through Noosa Rotary was the cleaning, repairing and packaging of walkers, wheel chairs and hospital beds which were then shipped on to Mozambique. '' I think,'' said Paul with a laugh,

''sometimes our membership comes about as a result of wives wanting to get their husbands out of their kitchen. We have a good membership and they come from all walks of life. We also run classes for all types of things such as woodwork, learning to play the ukulele and painting. All good mates, socialising, working together and also helping each other."

The main building itself is an ex- army Lysaght Steel Shed which was packaged and stored in Sydney, due for shipment to Vietnam. This didn't eventuate and it was eventually donated by the government to the Noosa Men's Shed Noosa. With a size of 27x8mts the construction was by Bob Jack and local builder Ray McEwan who supervised design and layout of the interior: with the members doing the actual work.

On completion the interior consisted of an office, small library fronted by a lounge, a kitchen billiard table (donated), table and chairs for dining and near the side entrance a lounge.

"Also in the early days a large grant from our local council was forthcoming and was greatly appreciated. Add to this the donations by the Noosa Dolphins and others are so noted."

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by Noosa Rotary) quietly doing great things not only for our community but also each other; and on occasions those in need in some far off country. ●

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Last Thursday morning at approximately 10.30am it was rainy and overcast but that definitely did not dampen procedures when some twenty members of the Noosa Men's Shed gathered on the lawn adjacent to their main building.

The reason for this gathering was for Paul Asbury President of the Mens Shed to accept on behalf of all members the donation of a reconditioned ride on mower from the Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club.

Proudly presented by Dolphins President Donald McKill and Rob Frey (Junior President), the gesture came about when a member of both organisations Peter Williams bought to the Dolphins attention the need for such an item at the Mens Shed.

"We were in the process of purchasing a new mower and the club thought it would be a nice courtesy to make the donation rather than trade it in. We consider the Shed to be a great community organization so we were only too happy to do so," said Dolphin President.

In his response to the gesture Pres. Paul Asbury said, "This machine will indeed be a big help as there is always projects under way on our grounds. Something that will help to make work faster and easier is very much appreciated."

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To coincide with Queensland Women’s Week and International Women’s Day, Women Initiating New Directions Organisation (WINDO) has announced the launch of Noosa and the Sunshine Coast’s official International Women’s Week Festival from 5 to 11 March, which will celebrate, explore and advance the diversity, contribution and changing landscape of women in our community.

On Thursday 8 March, WINDO presents a don’t-miss evening of inspiring and thought - provoking speakers, music, singing, dance and laughter for women, men and teens, Let’s Hear It For The Girls at The J, Noosa. Tickets available through www.windowomen.org A highlight of the evening will be a presentation from Husna Pasha - the Australian-Indian dynamo with a burning desire to be Australia’s answer to Ellen Degeneres. Host of The Husna Pasha Show and regular on The Project, Husna shares a little about herself with Noosa Today.

What will we see from you at the WINDO festival this March?

You can expect 20 minutes of lots of fun, laughter and inspiration out of me. I will no doubt enter with my dance moves that I do at every show and hopefully provide the audience with some insight into what it’s like growing up as an Aussie Indian Muslim from Tasmania. I always say that I’m the girl that looks like Bollywood but sounds like Crocodile Dundee. I want the audience to walk away believing and knowing that anything is possible.

How did you ’win’ the spot on The Project?

It was 10pm at night and my best friend called me to let me know that an opportunity of a life time had popped up.

She told me that applications were closing that night and that I HAD to apply now.

I actually had the flu so I looked terrible, no makeup, hair like Diana Ross but I thought, what the heck...you only live once right!! I went into my bathroom and auditioned exactly as I was and put together an audition tape (its on youtube).

Two Days after, I got a call to let me know that I had been shortlisted and by the end of the week I was announced the winner.

I remember the Producer and Carrie Bickmore saying that as soon as they saw the audition, they knew it was me, because it was raw, real, no green screens, just a person on a camera pitching for their chance. And the rest is history I guess.

What would you love to achieve from what you do?

To be the first Indian Aussie Ellen of Australia. Why not? I grew up in Tassie, I was the youngest child, the only little brown girl around, I struggled with an eating disorder and had depression and anxiety into my 20s, I always felt like a bit of an underdog. If I can do this, I believe anybody can achieve anything in life. You only live once, so live your dream! I believe it’s important to have the willingness to share my story. Mental health and suicide prevention are very

important to me and every show I do donates back to suicide prevention. In Australia we have so much opportunity, so the levels of depression and anxiety are just unacceptable. You walk down a street in Melbourne and there are 15 homeless people in one strip and people walk past them like they are ornaments.

How can that be? What hope can they have? My mission is to create happier people. If we can hold a hand, make a joke, support each other, help people feel better, that’s a small step forward and that’s something I want to be a part of.

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What will you be focusing on this year?

I am loving the speaking arena as I have seen what an incredible space that is to make change. I will be working on a lot of that this year as well as a project for Youtube and potentially TV. But my main focus is to really to make this my full time career. I would hope to take my beautiful husband Nick and children on my travel journey as I a want my kids to see their Mum live and work the dream so they too

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LOST IN THE WORDS

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Annie Grossman is the proud owner of ANNIE'S BOOKS ON PEREGIAN - a tiny treasure chamber of books in the unique and fabulous Peregian Beach Village. In August it will celebrate 10 years of business.

"To live and work in Peregian is such a privilege. In my job I talk books all day long - it's like heaven! I have been warmly embraced and supported by my local community, as well as many people from the greater Noosa area and further afield. I work in a job where, basically, I sell people happiness," said Annie.

Immersing yourself in a good book is one of the joys of life, and Annie is committed to matching people with just the right book and with around 20 years in the business, she really knows what she's doing.

At Annie's Books, you are welcome to go in and browse. As well as the bestsellers, she specialises in local books and authors, and if you are having trouble finding a particular book, Annie is world-famous as the Book Detective. Open 7 days from 8:30 till 4:30, till 3.00pm on weekends, why not pop in and find a perfect read to get you through the rainy week!

We asked Annie what are some of your favourite books?

"Very difficult question - but I have had favourites for particular times of my life.

Chronologically....Tess Of The D'urbervilles - Thomas Hardy, Born Free - Joy Adamson, The Silver Brumby - Elyne Mitchell, Lord Of

Officially open from the 1st February 2018 - boutique real estate agency Property You, has just settled in the centre of the stunning Peregian Beach Village.

After the huge success of their Sydney based property management and sales agency, business owners Scott and Corinne became tired of the rat race and chose to create a new life for their family. Corinne stated that they wanted to live a life that we don't need to take a holiday from.

Launching their new agency in Peregian Beach Village is the first step in making their future dreams a reality.

"The Sunshine Coast has always been one of our favourite holiday destinations, so we made the life changing decision to move here.

"We feel so blessed to be part of such a wonderful community," Corinne said.

This hardworking husband and wife team are all about building and maintaining strong relationships with a focus on providing exceptional client care. They do things a little differently to your standard agency.

As investors themselves, this honest young couple know the ins and outs of property investment.

With years of experience in the property industry, you can rest assured that your property is in very safe hands.

If you're looking for an agency with a difference and you're after great old

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Pop in to Annie's Books and explore all the wonderful genres including mind, body and spirit, new releases, children's books, cooking and more.

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The menu pairs beautifully with an extensive range of local brews on tap, the team at Peregian Beach Hotel are passionate about supporting local and independent brewers with a regular rotation of Sunshine Coast and East Coast brewers showcased on their taps.

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go - head to their convenient drive through bottleshop on site or their Cellarbrations Store next door at Peregian Village Market or if you're at Sunshine Beach you can pick up all that you need at their newest store SUNNIES (Shop 4, 28-34 Duke St Sunshine Beach). With weekly wine tastings every Friday afternoon at both Cellarbrations and SUNNIES their passion for sharing all that is good on the coast flows through their stores with local brewers often in store to chat during tastings.

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MAKE THIS ONE YOUR DESTINATION showcases local producers and suppliers at the 'Locavore Market'. This offers customers the chance to meet the faces behind their food, an opportunity that Roz and Michael encourage every shopper to take advantage of.

"The Sunshine Coast has an abundance of bespoke manufacturers and agriculture which gives us every opportunity to source locally," Roz said. "I love the 'family to family' concept. It's about bringing fresh and local food from the family that grows it, to the family that consumes it. My role is simply to facilitate and provide the opportunity for shoppers to access it and enjoy the difference of eating fresh and local produce," she said.

White's unique store offers a diverse range of speciality lines to meet local shopper's interest in healthy living. This includes free-from and plant-based eating, and a large range of health and wellness goods. A fresh and local seafood counter, an in-store butcher and an international cheese bar, make IGA Peregian Beach a onestop-shop for all grocery needs. An in-store barista also serves up Yandina's own Pioneer Roastery coffee which allows customers to enjoy freshly brewed coffee while they shop.

Store Manager Leanne Blyde leads a team of passionate and experienced food specialists who enthusiastically serve the Peregian Beach community.

"We see that as a privilege and are honoured to have the opportunity to be a part of this unique and special Peregian Beach Village," Roz said. ●

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When the chance to create a destination store in the heart of Peregian Beach came along in 2016, Roz and Michael White knew it was an opportunity not to be missed. They were right. Just 18 months on, IGA Peregian Beach is thriving and the local community have welcomed the White's Group with open arms.

"Peregian Beach Village is unique in every way, so it was imperative we showed our respect with the style of store we created" Roz said.

"I literally sat in the middle of the village square and absorbed its energy. I talked to the locals to recognise the essence of this beautiful village and that's what gave me the inspiration to create an ideal fit," she said.

With more than 20 years of experience in the grocery trade, Roz and Michael used a mix of insight, intuition and research to create a store centred around Peregian Beach's unique personality.

"The day before we opened I said to our team, 'today this store may be owned by the White's Group but when we open those doors tomorrow morning, this store will belong to our community'. It has been created with the Peregian Beach community in mind and I want them to be proud of it," Roz said.

The store echoes the White's IGA mantra of 'fresh and local' and the Group's-own Locavore program ensures that a range of quality, locally-grown and produced goods are available in-store whenever possible.

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CARLY THE KOALA A LOSS TO US ALL A popular male koala, known as 'Carly', who could often be seen sitting in a tree near the entrance to the Noosa Heads National Park, sadly fell from a tree and passed away last week.

A necropsy aged Carly at 5 years and identified that he suffered from a thickening of the bladder wall and severe cystitis due to chlamydia. The illness is most likely what caused him to fall from his perch.

In a cruel twist, Queensland Koala Crusader, Bernard Jean was on his way to rescue the emaciated koala when he received a phone call from a park ranger to say Carly had fallen and died.

Carly is the second Noosa National Park koala to be diagnosed with chlamydia in

a matter of weeks. On New Years Eve, a 4-year-old female koala known as Aggie, was rescued in the carpark at Noosa National Park due to her sudden weight loss and stained bottom. Aggie is currently in care at RSPCA Wacol undergoing treatment for chlamydia and it is hoped that her early rescue by Queensland Koala Crusaders (QKC) will facilitate a prompt return to the park.

Noosa National Park has always been a safe haven for koalas. Visitors from around the world, as well as locals, visit the park to try to spot one in the wild.

"You should see the delight on the faces of our visitors when I point out one of our koalas perched high in the trees. Their faces just light up with excitement. It is so

disturbing that we keep seeing them unwell and our hope is that we can turn the tide and see them recovering and thriving with early rescue" Bernard Jean said.

QKC President, Meghan Halverson said the group didn't want to lose anymore and are advising anyone who sees a koala in a tree for more than 24 hours with very little movement to report it promptly. "Early detection and treatment is no guarantee but at least we know that they will be given pain medication and fresh leaf daily with the best chance of recovery when in care," she said.

QKC will soon hold a free community workshop about the regional koala population and how it can be protected.

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Five-year-old Carly passed away last week.

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BY MARGARET MACCOLL Susan Schmidt paintings of beach houses have won the Noosa Heads artist one of 26 finalist spots selected from 16,000 artists around the world in the Rise Art Prize Global Artist of the Year Award.

Works from Susan's 'Seaburbia' series have been selected for the Rise Art Prize exhibition this month at The House of Vans, a multi-purpose space in the tunnels under Waterloo Station in London.

A global panel of judges including Gavin Turk, David Bailey, Harland Miller and Fiona Banner will review Susan's and

other finalist's works in person and winners announced at the Awards Ceremony on 8 February.

Susan said 'Seaburbia' explores the cultural memory and heritage of the quintessential Australian beach house and the value of a more simple way of life.

"Painted in acrylic and oil, patterned, layered, sanded and glazed the works achieve a weatherworn texture recalling the erosion of matter over time and the residues of nostalgia and decay," she said.Susan, a fine arts painter and graphic designer, transitioned from illustrator

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WHAT LEADS TO ICE USE? Like any citizen in a tumultuous world I respect the bravery and courage and humanism, of the highest degree, of all of our first responders, in particular the often fraught and very complex job the police have.

It is always important to consider things holistically. Ice use may lead to crime ... but what leads to ice use? In empirical studies evidence is that lack of strong community, not enough emphasis of the cultivation of youth through investment, and unequal socio-economic structures and the inability or unwillingness to address this, by a strong community, leads to increasing levels of drug use and possibly crime.

It is not a matter of putting this load on an individual and saying it's personal responsibility - this is an ideology that has no foundation in empirical studies. All humans know that the village is responsible for a child’s development into a reasonable adult. There is much evidence to support this.

I think it is urgent that the police and community leaders study a concept called anomie. Or in normal terms, economic anger caused by economic depression caused by market failures (gross) that undermine strong communities. Creator bless all who seek the light and use their strength to help others. First responders are heroes.

Dylan White, Doonan.

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AUSTRALIA DAY MAGIC ON THE RIVER A big thankyou to Jacqui Nichols and the organising committee for the best Australia Day party in Noosaville. Between 8000 and 10,000 enjoyed a picnic by the river on a beautiful summer’s day with the cool breeze wafting over the celebration which ran for over 11 hours. The Lions and Rotary clubs got together to assist and did a wonderful job. The entertainment started off with fabulous Aboriginal music with didgeridoo playing to acknowledge the traditional owners of this land. Nick the magician and high-calibre musicians like Phil Emmanuel, Carl Lynch, Pocket Love and Ryan Giles and more, provided fun for young and old with a tug o' war; Sambazzy salza drumming and dance troupe provided the carnivale colour and music and feathered costumes; a snake man; a conga line and lots of fabulous music.

Proceeds go to United Synergy Youth Mental Health for youth up to the age of 25. A great day was had by all. Congratulations team.

Cherry Bright, Noosaville.

A spectacular full moon rose over Peregian Beach on Thursday 2 February before clouds prevented locals from seeing the red moon resulting from an eclipse later in the night. Rob Maccoll snapped this shot when he joined locals at the beach to watch the sight. If you would like to submit your picture for Lenscape, please email us at newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

LEXIS WIN-WIN What a win-win solution to Lexis English School in Noosa - here we have a vacant Tafe College slowly degrading and we have Lexis school looking for a bigger venue for their students. What could be better than the TAFE campus we have here - surely the council, the State Government and Lexis could come to a compromise to lease these venues or part of which would be a win-win for Noosa as well as Lexis. Come on boys, get your head together and keep a money-spinner for Noosa and Lexis here where it began.

F. Venturini, Noosa.

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It is appalling that the official water of the Australian Open is Ganten Natural Spring Water, which is shipped in from one of the world’s most polluted countries, China.

This bottled water is receiving much advertising on television screens worldwide as it is supplied on court to all the players and sold to the punters at Melbourne Park.

Why not use fresh and clean water from Victoria’s Mount Franklin or Cooroy Mountain?

Bridge Muir, Cooroy.

SKEPTICAL BEGINNINGS No sniping. Imagine the world without cars or electricity. Outrageous claims were made when these replaced the horse and cart and candlelight. Renewable energy anyone?

Margaret Wilkie, Peregian Beach.

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ARE RATES FAIRLY DISTRIBUTED? It’s rates time again. l would like someone from the council to explain to me how they come to their General Rate figure. To my knowledge it is worked out on the value of your land. If that is so, why do l as someone who lives in a small duplex 129 square metres in size which is situated out the back of the Noosaville industrial estate, pay the same rates as friends of mine who live on a 750 square metre block under 200 metres from Sunrise Beach. To me that does not seem right.

There must be thousands of people in the same situation living in tiny units and duplexes with no yard and still being charged the same as houses near the beach. The council must be rubbing their hands together getting all this money for almost nothing.

Where l live there are 22 residents on private property. The council never sets foot in here. We have body corporate to maintain our road and green areas. The only thing we get is the bin emptied which is a separate fee.

I could understand charging that rate on rental properties that are purely for investment purposes, but not for owner occupied.

They’re just slugging people who cannot afford to live in a house with a big yard, the people who can least afford the high rates. I moved to this duplex to reduce my costs in the hope of retiring soon. Unfortunately the council isn’t on the same page. Along with the rates is the ever growing list of levies. I have lived here for nearly 30 years and paid rates all that time. Now it seems if you’re not

something to do with Hastings Street or a tourist you’re a second-class citizen.

Lost faith.

David Cousins, Noosaville.

CALL FOR DEVELOPMENT I’ve recently revisited Noosa Junction and was dismayed to find little has changed.

Noosa Fair and Noosa Junction Plaza are stymied. Pundits have clamoured for change and though there are some new retail outlets they’re overshadowed by an ongoing malaise - some landlords need to be reminded of their responsibilities.

Council’s failure to approve Coles’ 2014 application to extend Noosa Fair and utilise the bowls club (derelict and vandalised) has been a pivotal reason for a lack of growth and one wonders why a satisfactory solution has not been found.

Lanyana Way could be a thoroughfare to Noosa Drive and these improvements would ensure better traffic flows and business viability. Pinaroo Park could be enhanced.

Companies like Lexis could have been accommodated in the original proposal which included new commercial sites plus shop top residential units (within the town plan).

Noosa Junction is a backpacker haven and is even more suited to the original proposal which could have been accepted with amendments.

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RETREAT TO A TROPICAL OASIS PEACEFUL, tranquil and brand new, this designer hinterland hide-away is a must-see private oasis.

Located in the exclusive and tightly-held Noosa Valley precinct at Doonan, this luxury home is set on beautiful acreage, looking across the Noosa Hinterland to the Pacific Ocean.

This four-bedroom, three-bathroom custom residence is spread over two pavilion-like wings, resting on an elevated, single-level platform surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens and lush natural bushland.

One pavilion houses three bedrooms, including the master suite with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

Each bedroom has storage and features a north-east aspect and access to a deck with either beautiful views or a leafy outlook.

A unique glass breezeway connects the family sleeping quarters with the expansive living space and guest quarters.

This second pavilion houses the heart of the home, with multiple living spaces set around a gourmet kitchen, and includes the dedicated guest space.

Here, the home chef will love creating meals with Smeg appliances, gas cooking, a large butler’s pantry and servery window to the rear covered deck, perfect for entertaining.

The kitchen overlooks the open-plan living and dining space with large sliding doors that open to multiple outdoor areas.

Choose from the rear deck with beautiful views over the treetops, or the front deck with views over the large grassed lawn and fire pit.

From the custom entry door, decking and balustrades all made from merbau timber, to the modern smoked oak flooring, the signature greystone rooflines reminiscent of Bel Air architecture, it is clear no expense has been spared in the creation of this breath-taking home.

Additional features include a media room, under-home storage, ceiling fans and low-maintenance landscaping.

All of this is set on beautiful acreage in a highly sought-after community close to a range of services and amenities, but with plenty of privacy, peace and tranquillity. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 59 Valley Drive, Doonan Price: $1.54 million Description: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 garage Inspect: Saturday 10 February, noon-1pm Contact: David Berns and Meta Georgeson for David Berns Real Estate, 0408 629 438 and 0410 549 741 20 NOOSA TODAY

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Set high on Duke Road with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean from Noosa to Coolum, this home beholds iconic status within the hinterland.

Infused with Balinese and South East Asian design influences, this ‘village of pavilions’ sits high on the elevated ridgeline with magnificent views, matched by a beautiful front streetscape.

Swathed in a palette of natural materials including travertine, basalt, timber, marble and thick slabs of stone in the kitchen, the home is refined in finish but designed for casual living, epitomising our Sunshine Coast way of life.

Properties like these are rare and exclusive and offer a lifestyle far surpassing all expectation.

Features include: • Gated entry courtyard with winter garden.

• Postcard windows that capture the spectacular views.

• Sparkling lap pool • The Master bedroom has its own deck with a large walk in wardrobe and ensuite including an outdoor shower.

• Self contained guest suite, stand alone treehouse sauna, built in study, two living areas, open ireplace.

• Beautifully appointed kitchen equipped with European appliances.

• A stainless steel secondary outdoor kitchen with full barbeque, dishwasher, sink and fridge makes pool side entertaining fun and easy.

• Fully automated to make life easy the property features Cbus.

• Ducted air conditioning, water puriication plant.

• Wine cellar that is both temperature and humidity controlled.

• The gardens are beautifully landscaped with extensive lighting and stone carvings transforming it to a night time wonderland.

• Two separate garages for 4 cars and additional space for a boat or caravan ensure cover for most of life’s big toys.

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Secure your Noosa lifestyle Occupying a delightfully private position within the exclusive Elysium Estate, this beautiful home has all the bedroom accommodation you’ll need with Master bedroom complete with ensuite and WIR and 3 other bedrooms plus computer work room for the family.

Ideally located just minutes drive to Noosa Springs Golf Club, Hastings Street, the Noosa River, Noosa National park and surrounding beaches.

The moment you enter this stunning contemporary property you’ll feel at home with its sophisticated open plan living, a kitchen that shines with style and practicality and extra living space for a media room, utility room or kids play room.

Overlooking the stylish alfresco outdoor entertaining area you’re greeted with a luxurious pristine swimming pool and low maintenance fenced garden. Offering an excellent Northerly aspect with a backdrop into the forest creates a peaceful ambience all throughout the year.

Double lock up garage and additional space for a boat or caravan.

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A Private Paradise in Noosa Hinterland

David A. Perez 0427 378 600 david@villarealestate.com.au VIEW Sat 10 & 24 Feb TIME 10am - 11am

35 Whyandra Close, Doonan Positioned at the end of a peaceful, hinterland lane, perched along a small creek, your as-new country home awaits. With all the requisite amenities, this beautiful home on just over 2 acres offers the family everything on their list for perfect coastal, country living. The large dwelling is uniquely designed for an outdoor lifestyle, highlighted by the suspension bridge that leads to the 10 meter pool and sauna! Join us at our Open House and plan to inspect the property this Saturday.

• 2.5 Private Acres

• Designer Bathrooms

• Hardwood Floors

• Meandering Creek

• Plentiful Bore Water

• Resort-style Pool

• Stone Benchtops

• Easy-care Garden

PRICE $1,695,000

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HIGHLIGHT PROPERTY

IT'S ALL WITHIN EASY REACH ONE chance remains to secure a large parcel of land on which to build your dream family home in the heart of Tewantin.

Parkedge on Butler offered a handful of vacant house blocks, a rare opportunity to build a brand new home within the Noosa Shire, and five of the six sites have already been snapped up.

Lot 1, 67 Butler Street is a generouslysized 800 square metre level site, offering ample space for a large family home with all the luxury inclusions, plus a pool or a large rear yard for the children and the family pet.

Nestled against native bushland, and within easy reach of the best of Noosa, this home site offers privacy and a

connection to nature, as well as absolute convenience.

Wake up to the sounds of birds while being just a short walk from Tewantin State School, the vibrant Tewantin town centre, the Noosa Marina and river foreshore, and just a short drive from the bustling Hastings Street and Noosa Main Beach.

Local parklands and sporting fields

are just moments away, while the vibrant Hastings Street, Noosa Junction, dining precinct and Noosaville and the delightful Gympie Terrace are all within easy reach.

Tewantin is fast becoming one of the most desired locales within the Noosa Shire, popular with young families, retirees and investors all looking for their chance to buy within this great postcode. â—?

HOME ESSENTIALS Address: Lot 1, 67 Butler Street, Tewantin Description: 800m2 residential land Price: $415,000 View: By appointment Contact: David Conolly for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0438 259 956 noosatoday.com.au

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SUBURB PROFILE: SUNSHINE BEACH

BY TESSA MAPSTONE EXCLUSIVE yet low key, Sunshine Beach has become the hot spot for high-end Noosa real estate.

Here a laid back lifestyle is matched with multi-million dollar price tags as southern buyers seeking a sea change or investment holiday home take advantage of strong prices in their home markets to secure good value buys on the beach.

Last year Century 21 Conolly Hay Group brokered the $8.4 million sale of a luxury beachfront home through sales executive Rachel Sellman.

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group partner Mike Hay said surging demand and a lack of available property meant the market in the seaside suburb continued to be “very strong”.

“Sunshine Beach is now a very strong brand in its own right,” he said.

“We love alfresco dining at the village, watching the whales while having a drink at the surf club, getting down to the pristine uncrowded beach at every opportunity or having a run through the National Park; there are so many amazing options.

“The village can get very busy in holiday times and car parks can be at a premium, but in reality every property in Sunshine Beach is within walking distance of the village and the beach.”

It was the suburb’s natural beauty - its pristine beach and native dune forests - that first attracted people to Sunshine Beach years ago, and that is still a major drawcard today, along with the village lifestyle and relaxed vibe.

“It’s what people are searching for as a holiday destination, or for those lucky

Population: 2460 Average age: 46 years Average household: 2.3 people Median household weekly income: $1340 Main occupations: Professionals, technicians and trades workers, managers

The Sunshine Beach Surf Club is popular with locals. enough, to live it all year round” Mr Hay said.

The natural landscape has constrained development in the exclusive enclave, and Mr Hay said upgrade rather than expansion was the way forward, and it had already begun.

“The old ’60s and ’70s beach shacks are fast disappearing and in their place are luxury homes,” he said.

“The eclectic mix of the beach shacks and beautiful homes has been a charming aspect of Sunshine Beach, but given the lack of vacant land this trend will only escalate in the future.

“That’s progress as they say and there are some amazing homes that have been built over the last few years that area adding to the visual beauty of the area.” ●

Houses Median Price: $1,200,000 Weekly median advertised rent: $610 12 month capital growth: 10.09 per cent

The natural beauty and village vibe are part of the Sunshine Beach attraction.

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Doonan

Peregian Beach

Saturday 10th February

Saturday 10th February

9.30am - 10.30am

74 Botanica CCT

Units Median Price: $670,000 Weekly median advertised rent: $488 12 month capital growth: 14.53 per cent

4 2 2

O/O $799,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418

10.00am - 11.00am 35 Whyandra Close

5 2 4

$1,695,000

Villa Prestige Properties - 0438 111 438

12.00pm - 1.00pm

59 Valley Drive

4 3 4

O/O $1,540,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438

2.00pm - 3.00pm

355 Duke Road

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O/O $3,450,000

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11.00am - 11.45am 2/38-40 Lorikeet Drive

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600

$519,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

Peregian Springs Saturday 10th February

10.00am - 10.30am 2 Augusta Circuit David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438 10.00am - 10.45am 69 Pavilion Drive

Eumundi

3 1+ 1

11.00am - 11.30am 22 Harrier Crescent

4 2 2

Offers Over $600,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600

11.00am - 11.45am 8 Lakeside Drive

4 2 2

$1,150,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

12.00pm - 12.45pm 10 Greenside Court

3 3 2

$749,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697

12.00pm - 12.45pm 33/115Peregian Springs Dr

4 3 2

$869,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911

11.00am - 11.30am 31 Parkedge Road

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041

12.00pm - 12.30pm 1/18 Bryan Street

3 3 1

$2,300,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457

Saturday 10th February

11.00am - 12.00pm 2 Jocelyn Drive

4 2 2

O/O $1,290,000

David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418

Noosa Heads

Sunshine Beach

Friday 9th February

Saturday 10th February

2.00pm - 2.45pm

6 Bartill Court

4 4 2

$995,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254

Saturday 10th February

11.00am - 11.45am 6 Bartill Court

4 4 2

$995,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254

11.00am - 11.45am U115/1 Edgar Bennett Ave

2 2 1

Contact Agent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 426 065

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Noosa Springs

Saturday 10th February Saturday 10th February

10.00am - 10.45am 30 Honey Myrtle Road

11.00am - 12.00pm 216/61 Noosa Springs Driv

4 4 2

$1,950,000

10.00am - 10.45am 30 Honey Myrtle Road

Noosaville

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AUCTION

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Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 194 628 Saturday 17th February

Saturday 24th February Saturday 10th February

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10.00am - 10.45am 30 Honey Myrtle Road Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0422 719 041 Saturday 3rd March

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10.00am - 10.45am 37 Creek Road 11.00am - 11.30am 27 Azolla Circle

4 2 2

$895,000

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0400 730 457 10.00am - 10.45am 30 Honey Myrtle Road

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LEAGUE LEGENDS HIT THE RINKS There were plenty of opportunities for Noosa residents to rub shoulders with some of Australia’s top rugby league football players over the weekend. On Friday players joined locals for a friendly game of bowls at Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club then attended a cocktail party at Villa Noosa before heading to the action on Saturday when the Australian Allstars played the Noosa Allstars at the International Legends of League charity event at Pirate Park, Tewantin. �

Tanya and Mark Martin enjoy a night with the legends.

Trevor and Averil Wilcox at Villa Noosa.

Noel Goldthorpe, John Hopoate and Ash Harrison.

Garry Rogers, Miek Christiaans, Karyn Smith,Robyn McAnelly and Shona Smith (front) gear up for bowls.

Shelley and Trent Heathwood with Sam and Nat McGregor.

Billy Moore and Nathan Weiss.

Dave Adamson and Michael Huckel.

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A pool of talent here; Sean McBride, director Simon Denver, author & director with Frank Wilkie is author & director.

THE WRITE STUFF

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Shameless Crowd Pleasers offers an entertaining evening of proven one act play comedies by Australian playwrights, performed and directed by Sunshine Coast actors.

There is something for everyone - quirky, funny, moving and thought-provoking all in one package.

Morning Tea with the Minister, written

by Bruce Olive and directed by Sean McBride, is a hilarious two-hander. While entertaining the highly-respected church minister (Sean McDermott), Gloria (Tania Nash) drops the bombshell which she hopes will finally end her days as the local town spinster. The minister’s response is not one anyone expected.

The second comedy ‘I Hate my Job’ is written, directed and acted by Simon Denver. He is sharing the stage with favourites Anna McMahon, Joy Marshall and Michelle Connelly. It is with complete horror that a writer realises he has committed a one act play to a season at Noosa Arts that opens that night. The trouble is he hasn’t written it yet.

Sisters in Paris, written and directed

by Noosa Deputy Mayor Frank Wilkie, is inspired by true life events. Talented actors Leona Kirby, Deb Ellison, Kay Ellsum and Claire Fermo bring to life the story of how a dream trip for three sisters implodes when competing priorities, quirky personalities and a mystery love collide in the City of Lights.

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with the Minister, wrote and performed in his first play with his partner Alice for Airmar Theatre in the Taste Cafe, Coolum.

Since then he has written school plays, youth plays, adult comedies and dramas, a number of which have been performed around Australia and overseas. He has won numerous playwriting awards and written festival winning plays, and has been involved in all aspects of theatre, including acting, writing, directing, administration and the facilitating of playwriting workshops.

Sean McBride, director developed a natural aptitude, from an early for the stage and he has been lucky enough to be cast, in many of the 20th century’s great musicals and shows in his native, New Zealand.

After a 13 year break from theatre, Sean returned to the stage in Noosa Arts 2011 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, then in Mary Poppins and Dead Loss, both in 2016, and earlier this year, he portrayed Mr Bumble in Noosa Arts Theatre’s production of Oliver. It was a natural progression for him to move to directing, and so, he made his directorial debut at the 2014 Sunshine Coast Theatre Festival, directing Fay Weldon’s Storm Warning, then in 2015 he directed Amadeus at The Lind Theatre in Nambour. This is Sean’s first project for Noosa Arts Theatre.

Simon Denver, author and director of I Hate My Job is currently the Artistic Director and Writer-in-residence for Suncoast Repertory Theare Inc (SRT). In 2003 he was an inaugural inductee into the

Queensland Cultural Hall of Fame and has written and performed in hundreds of plays.

He was last on stage with Noosa Arts in The 39 Steps and is a member of the One Act Playwriting Competition reading panel.

Frank Wilkie is author and director of Sisters in Paris is inspired by real life events and characters.

Sisters in Paris is based on an ill-fated trip taken by family members and a recently discovered love. Frank’s play Tudo ou Nada (Portuguese for All or Nothing) was the Audience Choice winner at the 2010 National Playwriting Festival and The Devil’s Dance was a finalist in 2014. His satirical musicals based on the trials of Martin Luther and Ferdinand Magellan have been performed in Australian high schools. Frank has appeared

in over 50 productions on the Sunshine Coast, including the recent Queensland Premiere of Jack of Hearts at Noosa Arts Theatre and is the theatre president.

All this amazing talent comes together in Shameless Crowd Pleasers.

Dates: Cut price preview: 15 February at 7.30pm.

Evenings: February 16, 22, 23 at 7.30pm Matinees: February 17, 18, 24 at 2pm Tickets: Cut price preview: All tickets $23. Adults $32. | Concession $28.

Member/Group $25 | U18 $23.

Phone: 07 5449 9343 or drop in 10am to 2pm, Tuesday to Friday, 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville Box Office: boxoffice@noosaartstheatre. org.au ●

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CARING MESSAGE IN BOOK OF VERSE

GIG GUIDE Thursday 8 February Tewantin Noosa RSL 6pm The Balance Friday 9 February The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 12pm Renny Field 9pm Annie J Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm Blackwater Duo Cooroy RSL 6pm Jay Bishoff Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club 6.30 Totally Charlie Peregian Beach Hotel 7pm Tango Rose Saturday 10 February The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 12pm The Brown Trouts 7pm Dorah Jacson Tewantin Noosa RSL 8pm 60's Revolution Show Peregian Beach Hotel 3pm Hayden Hack Sunday 11 February Sunshine Beach Surf Club 3pm Sharon Brooks Duo The Imperial Hotel Eumundi 2pm Alan Kelly Peregian Beach Hotel 5pm Peregian Originals musician

LIBRARY SHUTS FOR REVAMP Noosaville Library will close from 5 March to undergo a $1.7million revamp.

During the closure Noosa Civic will house the bulk of the book collection while book returns and collection of reserve items will be available at Noosa Leisure Centre. The revamp will include an additional 80sq of library space, internal refurbishment, a technology Maker Space, children’s early literacy space, a Heritage Library and outdoor Wi-Fi and reading courtyard. ●

BY HOLLIE HARRIS All My Children is the debut poetry collection of local Sunshine Coast author Michelle Marks.

Raw and honest, All My Children follows the author's journey through pregnancy loss, subsequent pregnancies and the process of healing.

Michelle's words validate the feelings of guilt, loss and grief experienced when a parent loses a child.

"The neonatal death of our son and daughter was devastating. When your baby dies, you lose not only your child but your dreams, expectations and plans - it is a loss of your future in the way you envisaged it."

In writing All My Children, Michelle hopes to encourage communities to talk more about child loss - to start a conversation and to stand together.

"If someone else can hold this book in their hands and find the strength to tell their own story, then it has achieved its purpose," she says.

There will be a special opportunity to meet Michelle Mark at her book launch and signing at Berkelouw Books on Wednesday, 14 February from 9.00 - 12.00 noon, 87 Memorial Drive, Eumundi and then at A Little Shop of Soul on

REDUCING RISKS OF FRAILTY Sunshine Coast residents over 60 years of age are needed for a USC trial of a new mobile phone app designed to assess the risk of people becoming frail and provide interventions to reduce this risk. Associated Professor Mathew Summers said fifty local participants were required for the 18-month trial of the My Active and Healthy Aging (my-AHA) app as part of an extensive international study.

“When people become physically frail, they are at greater risk of falling and sustaining serious injuries. In addition, physical frailty can lead to a loss of independence meaning that the frail older adult may require moving into residential care,” he said. To participate phone 5456 3758 or msummers@usc.edu.au

Wednesday, 21 February from 9.30 11.30am - Shop 4, 14 Maple Lane, Cooroy.

All my children is due for release on 11 February and can be ordered via www.

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DOWN 1. Keeping the record is the duty of the representative (6).

2. “The donor is a soldier,” the minister rerturned (5). 3.

It’s a scandal and extravagant having a silver lining (7). 4.

Getting a number away is great (4). 5. A feature about the series (5). 6. Do cattle find it greasy and soapy? (3-4). 7.

Spoke non-stop, but not cattily? (6). 13. Double back into the hole, to applause (7). 15. Don’t like having a copper outside the home in France (7). 16. A worm crawled right into the vegetable (6). 17. The Russian man turned up at the frontier (6). 19. I had a useless house in America (5).

21. Clean under and around, ignoring the interior of the car (5). 22. Restore order! (4).

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ALL ABOUT FRESHNESS? IT’S SPOON FED

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Spoon Fed Catering are one of the Sunshine Coasts finest caterers specialising in fine food and guaranteeing that everything they make is from the highest quality, fresh ingredients.

Working from Belmondos Organic Market, Spoon Fed have been delivering sensational catered events to Noosa and the Sunshine Coast for over fifteen years and are regularly recognised as one of the Sunshine Coast's best caterers.

Mia Daskalu, owner of Spoon Fed Catering loves to cook and entertain.

With over 20 years experience in catering environments, Mia's passion was taught by her grandmother at an early age where she discovered the secrets to fabulous cooking.

Her passion is seeing her customers happy and satisfied with her stunning events. Overseeing every detail from the preparation of the food to the presentation at the table, Mia's extensive background and worldly knowledge of food ensures her food is delicious.

Whether its an alfresco function, wedding, stand up function or sit-down meal, Spoonfed's menus feature grass-fed Victorian and NSW prime cuts, and free range chicken only. Their seafood is sourced locally, fresh from their specialty suppliers and their meals are prepared seasonally guaranteeing a fine dining experience of flavours and presentation.

"There is no secret, it's just caring more, attention to detail, and hard work.

I treat every function like it's my family and friends - and from that perspective, disappointment is definitely not an option!"

Mia Daskalu.

Unique to Spoon Fed, are their partnering bar service 'Bottle Fed' who specialised in making and serving cocktails, fine wines and beers. Owner of Bottle Fed Paul Johnson says "We are your complete event and entertainment planners providing personally tailored plans and unique entertainment layouts for each event".

Paul and his team understands and appreciates the delicacy of fine wines, cool cocktails and fun atmosphere and is tailor their bar and beverage packages to suit every occasion budget and style.

Together Mia and Paul are a dynamic duo that truly are taking catering to a new level on the Sunshine Coast.

To discover more about Spoon Fed Catering browse their new website and discover how Spoon Fed can cater for your next event! www.spoonfedcatering.com â—?

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DINING DIRECTORY Your Guide to all things Eating Out! noosaville

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

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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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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 A menu designed for sharing. Tapas, wood fire pizza & Asian fusion dishes using fresh & local ingredients will keep you here for lunch, dinner or in between

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

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ESCO CAFÉ & RESTAURANT

NOOSA BOATHOUSE

PIZZAMI GOURMET PIZZA BAR

Located on the Noosa River with park and water views, great coffee, full breakfast and lunches.

Seafood dishes served in smart, 3-level glass-fronted bistro and rooftop bar floating on the river

Proudly keeping to the basics of pizza making in order to serve the highest quality pizzas

6am to 2pm (most days) 185 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville (07) 5474 1770 facebook.com/escocaferestaurant

194 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Open Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sun 6am–10pm & Fri, Sat 6am to 11pm (Closed Monday) (07) 5440 5070 noosaboathouse.com.au

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Introducing 'Kinsfolk Dining' - a hinterland-styled banquet dining experience.

SHARING WITH KINSFOLK

BY HOLLIE HARRIS The Imperial Hotel Eumundi is renowned as one of jewels in the Noosa hinterland for weddings or corporate events.

When it comes to planning their menu, guests can choose from a wide selection of classic and contemporary canapés or a more traditional alternative drop service of entrée, main and dessert for a fine celebratory dining experience (the choices on offer will have you drooling).

The hotel has recently launched a new alternative for sit-down dining called 'Kinsfolk Dining' - a hinterland-styled banquet dining experience for tables of ten.

Head Chef Cale Dempsey says the shared foodie experience is relaxed and contemporary - and allows guests to sample more dishes.

"With tables sharing a number of entrees, mains as well as sides and salads,

guests get to really enjoy a great range of local flavours", he says "They get to choose exactly what they want to eat from a fabulous range of options before them, and no one suffers from food envy!"

The Kinsfolk dining entrée options are vast but include Duck spring rolls with namjim dipping sauce; Mini sirloin crostini with mustard seed béarnaise; Grilled baby octopus with romesco, rocket and lemon; Beetroot and goats cheese tartlets with snow pea tendrils; and Chargrilled prawn skewers with lime and ginger soy.

There's also a wealth of Kinsfolk Dining mains, including Eye fillet medallions with slow roasted garlic puree, crispy fried leeks and balsamic jus; Lager and thyme roasted chicken breast with lemon infused jus on parpadelle; Salmon with shaved fennel and a dill and orange dressing; or Chickpea and roast eggplant tagine. ●

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POTS & PANS KITCHEN & BAR

THE RIVER DECK RESTAURANT

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Pots & Pans Kitchen and Bar is a café and bar in the heart of Peregian Springs. We offer a relaxed, friendly environment to enjoy great food and drink with family and friends.

Located in an airy setting with views of the water, offering brekkie, steak, seafood dishes and cocktails.

Locally owned, family run gluten free, dairy free café. Healthy food with stacks of flavour and Vegan options available

3/2 Balgownie Dr Peregian Springs Open 7 Days Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Mon - Thurs 6.30am - 8pm Fri - Sat 6.30am - 11pm Sun - 8.00am - 8pm www.potsandpanskb.com.au For bookings call 5372 7736

Noosa Marina, 2 Parkyn Ct, Tewantin Open Lunch 7 days 11.30 am to 3.00 pm Tues to Sun 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm Breakfast: Sat 9 am to 11.00 am (07) 5474 1100 riverdecknoosa.net.au

3/28 Sunshine Beach Rd, Noosa Heads Open 7 days 7am to 3pm (Except Sunday close at 2pm) (07) 5324 1003 facebook.com/thestackedpantry

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TRY THIS … One Billion Rising

DANCE AGAINST VIOLENCE

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Anyone who loves to move, groove or take a stand against domestic violence is invited to join rehearsals for the annual One Billion Rising.

Every year a dedicated group of more than 100 dancers practise a choreographed dance to perform for residents with this year's performance to be held on Friday 17 February.

One Billion Rising was started in 2012, and is a global movement to end rape and sexual violence against women.

The "billion" refers to the United Nation statistic that one in three women will be raped or beaten in her lifetime, or about one billion.

Rehearsals are underway and you can join in on this global movement created to stop violence against women.

The One Billion Rising event is next Friday 16 February 5-6pm on the Noosa Surf Life Saving Club beachfront and if you want to take part, just jump in on the rehearsals.

They are all free, all fun and all are welcome. No prior dance experience necessary and remember to wear red, white or black to join in the fun.

Rehearsals are at: Noosa Leisure Centre Wallace Drive Noosaville Saturday 10 February, 11am-12pm Monday 12 february, 1-2pm Wednesday 14 February, 6.45-8.45pm

THREE … ways to help Families and community members play an important role in supporting victims and encouraging those using abuse or violence to seek help, as well as, increasing awareness and changing social and community conditions that support violence.

If you are keen to help, try -

The event is designed to raise awareness and bring an end to violence against women and children around the world. There was over 100 hundred dancers at last years event. (full dress rehearsal) Anytime Fitness Cooroy Monday 12 February, 10-11am Pomona Memorial Hall Monday 12 February, 10.30am with Cathy Tapper after Zumba.

Anyone is welcome to take part, so why

not join the rise. For those who would love to go along and support the dancers and watch the performance, the main event is Friday 16 February 5-6 pm at the Noosa Surf Club beachfront.

Enquire with Peppy on 0408 197 879. ●

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Getting involved with Zonta.

They are a global service organisation of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women through service and advocacy. The Noosa branch accomplish some amazing things. Find them on Facebook to learn more.

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Joining White Ribbon at www. whiteribbon.org.au or buy a White Ribbon. Create your own fundraising event and register with White Ribbon to play your part

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Volunteering at a local domestic violence shelter or other organisation that helps survivors or works to prevent violence.

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FOCUS ON … Health, Beauty and Wellbeing

SEE THEM FOR A DOSE OF SHEER BLISS

BY HOLLIE HARRIS Nestled in Tewantin's beautiful Noosa Marina boasts luxurious and welcoming Sheer Bliss Beauty Medi Spa. Combining luxury with the latest technologies, delivered in a relaxed and nurturing environment, this truly is a special experience.

Founder and dermal therapist Paula Kelly says great skin is not simply a matter of DNA. "Your daily habits have a big impact on what you see in the mirror. Many things affect how your skin ages: your genes, your daily habits, and, the environment," she says.

"These days there are many treatment options for aging and photo damaged skin.

For early signs of aging, treatments that use retinoids, vitamin C, and alpha hydroxy acids may be enough.

"Chemical peels, Microdermabrasion, Rf skin tightening and photo rejuvenation may

be an option for moderate to severe facial sun damage and wrinkles.

"Deeper facial lines may benefit from collagen induction therapy best known as skin needling, which is excellent for tissue regeneration," Paula says.

Cosmetic injectables are now one of the most common non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the world due to their efficient results.

At Sheer Bliss Beauty Medi Spa, the cosmetic injectors expert is TV celebrity Dr Zac Turner from the morning show; qualified and skilled in the art of creating natural-looking results with anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers.

They also specialise in advanced skin therapy utilising the latest technology and medical grade skincare to help patients achieve healthy and beautiful skin.

"It may be something as simple as good skin care advice, through to a full facial resurface.

Sheer Bliss Medi Spa is your No 1 cosmetic destination.

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"We welcome you to our skin clinic and will have you looking and feeling your best," says Paula.

Offering free consultations in a relaxed

WELLBEING …

WEIGHT LOSS MYTHS BEATEN

BY HOLLIE HARRIS

❖ HEALTH ❖ WELLNESS ❖ FITNESS ❖ BEAUTY ❖ SPIRITUALITY Call Noosa Today on 5455 6946 to book your advertising space

SYMBOLIC JOURNEY INSPIRATIONAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES TO LIFT YOUR SPIRIT Symbolic Journey is celebrating 23 years of business this year and would like to thank all of our valued customers for their ongoing custom and friendship. We’ve been at the same location all of these years (Shop 3, 36 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Junction), making it easier for holidaymakers and locals alike to find us upon their return.

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

We regularly post updates of new stock and happenings on Instagram and Facebook, so you’re most welcome to follow us to keep up to date with our latest offerings.

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and welcoming environment, Sheer Bliss Medi Spa truly is your No 1 cosmetic destination. Call for an appointment on 5474 0884. ●

Around 2.3 million Queensland adults headed into the New Year overweight or obese, increasing their risk of developing chronic diseases, including some cancers.

Research shows being overweight and obese contributes to around 3900 preventable cancer cases in Australia every year.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said weight loss myths and misconceptions could hinder people from losing weight effectively.

"Eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, exercising regularly and staying clear of common myths and misconceptions can make a big difference.

"We have debunked four myths to help get you started," Ms McMillan said.

"Myth 1 is that you need to detox after the festive season. The good news is - there is no need for a crash diet in early January because our bodies detox naturally. Our lungs, kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal, and immune system remove toxic substances within hours after we consume them.

Instead, focus on limiting unhealthy options and exercising to lose weight.

"Myth 2 is that you can eat what you like, as long as you're exercising. While exercising will assist with weight loss, it's not the only answer. It's best to complement regular physical activity with a healthy diet for improved results.

"Myth 3 is that you can't eat carbs at night. Many fad diets push the idea that carbohydrate foods should be cut out to lose weight, especially at night. This is far from the truth. In fact, they're actually good for controlling our weight. There is strong evidence that eating whole grains is linked with lower body weight, a slimmer waist, and reduced risk of weight gain.

"Myth 4 is that fat makes you fat.

Although there are unhealthy fats like saturated and trans fats, not all fat is bad for you. Unsaturated fats are healthy fats and are an important part of a healthy diet.

These fats help reduce the risk of heart disease and lower cholesterol levels and can be found in foods like nuts, avocado, fish and olive oil. ●

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COMMUNITY UPDATES ORCHID SOCIETY The Noosa Orchid and Foliage Society now meets at the Tinbeerwah Hall, cnr Sunrise Rd and Noosa Cooroy Road, Tinbeerwah on the second Saturday of every month at 1pm.

At the 10 February meeting Darryl Banks will talk on growing Paphiopedilum - known as Slipper Orchids. All visitors welcome.

For more information phone Phillip on 5447 7494.

U3A NOOSA PROGRAM U3A Friday talks are held at 1.45pm at U3A, 4 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin.

Friday 16 February - Dr Ken Lynn - Gravitational waves and their discovery.

Friday 23 February - Jan Brown: Armchair Travel - Petra the Rose City (Jordan) Full details available on U3A website www.u3anoosa.org.au or phone reception on 5440 5500.

FRIDAY FORUM In 2016, Noosa Council started a two-year project to develop a Climate Change Adaptation Plan. Council’s goal is to gain a better understanding of how the nature of our existing climate-driven risks might be altered in the decades to come due to climate change, and how it might adapt to and prepare for the potential effects of these on Noosa over time.

On 9 February, Grant Hinner, Noosa Council’s Program Coordinator for this project, will discuss progress to date at Noosa Parks Association’s Friday Environment Forum. With input from the Noosa community, Council is seeking to develop a plan that maintains Noosa’s financial, ecological and cultural assets, well into the future.

Join the audience at the Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville to hear about this important project. The forum begins at 10.30am but coffee and a friendly chat will be on offer from 10am. To enjoy the birds of Wallace Park, meet Valda and the Interpretive Birding Group in the car park at 8.30am. All welcome. Visit www.noosaparks. org.au for more information.

GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 12

MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER Weekly roster for Tewantin- Noosa Meals on Wheels from Monday 12 February to Friday 16 February.

Monday Drivers: Rotary daybreak, Chris and Ken, Keetha, Andrew, Driver needed run E, G, Anne and Colin.Kitchen: Martina, Len, Stephen.

Tuesday Drivers: Alice, John, Tania and Friends, Gail and Sharon, Hazel and Liz, Fiona, Kevin and Rob. Kitchen: Ashleigh, Christine, Lyn, George.

Wednesday Drivers: Hugh and Randal, Maryellen and Leon, Gary, Liz and Liz, Rhoda and Heather, Ron, Evelyn and Maureen.

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

Thursday Drivers: Denise, Graham, Jenny and Kevin, Victor, Brian and Kath, Jan and Wendy, Nina. Kitchen: Lois, Christine, Elfie, John.

Friday Drivers: Driver needed run A, Jan and Bob, Peter, Les and Vicki, David, Margaret and Ray, Rosalie and Jack. Kitchen: Charlotte, Sandy, Elfie, Mark, Neville.

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

Email your community news to: newsdesk@noosatoday.com.au

SOUND OF THINGS TO COME The Dan Quigley Hot Five plus one will be here in Noosa on Saturday to launch the Noosa Jazz Club’s 2018 program.

Experience the joy and sounds of the 20s and 30s ‘Jazz Age’. It was a time when popular music was born and infectiously swinging, when it didn’t matter how down you were the music would always bring you back to life.

Dan’s Hot Five brings you the street sounds of New Orleans.

This band is always well received by jazz aficionados and features Dan Quigley (trumpet), Andrew Saragossi February in the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil St. Tewantin. February guest speaker is Joan Dillon, Horticulturist. Topic “Native Plants for your Garden”. Visitors are most welcome. Contact Helen Brown 0402 107 716.

RED CROSS The Tewantin Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross is holding its first general meeting for 2018 on Friday 16 February, 9.30am, at the Tait Duke Cottage, Earl Street, Tewantin. Members and guests welcome.

COMMUNITY LUNCH The Salvation Army CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) group is holding their monthly free community lunch on Tuesday 20 February at 12.30pm at 6 Bartlett Street Noosaville. For more information call Evelyn on 5442 4218.

THURSDAY GIRLS LUNCH The Thursday Girls will be holding their first Ladies lunch for 2018 at Rococo, 42 Hastings Street on Thursday 22 February at 12.30pm. Cost $35 pp. Our monthly fundraising events for an Educational Support Program in nine Noosa Shire state schools help to financially assist students of low income families with all aspects of approved educational needs. New ladies are always very welcome. For more information and bookings phone Neridah Rooseboom 0408 882 512 or email nrooseboom@bigpond.com

SMART PUPS AT PROBUS The Ladies Probus Club of Noosa Heads will hold its next meeting on 8 February at the Forum Hall Laguna Estate Noosaville at 9.30am for a 10am start. Guest speaker will be a representative from Smarts Pups who will bring along a Smart Pup called Miss Daisy to help with the presentation. The outing is Breakfast at Grenny’s on Gympie Terrace on 22 February at 8.30 am. For more information call Kim on 5455 3860 or Pam on 5450 6017.

NATIONAL SENIORS The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa National Seniors will be held on Thursday 15 February 15 at 9.30am. Our very interesting speaker is Dr. Irene Rogers who will talk on the life of the “Sugar Bird Lady” an inspiring story of Sister Robin Miller. In 1967 she introduced the polio vaccine to far Western Australia. Later she joined the Flying Doctor service as a pioneer nurse pilot, working in dangerous circumstances. Phone Norm on 5474 0919.

SOCIAL CLUB The Sunshine Social Club meets at Cinque Terre Restaurant, Sunshine Beach at 10am on Saturdays for coffee, conversation, dinners, wine and fun. Just come along or phone Noeline on 5474 5231.

BUSH PLAYGROUP Sunshine Beach State School is now offering a free ‘bush playgroup’ every Tuesday at 9-11am. As an Affiliated Member of Playgroup Qld an accredited teacher will be ex-

The Christian Fellowship of Noosa meets every Sunday at the CWA Hall in Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin at 9.30 am. On Sunday 11 February our guest speaker will be Neville Nielen and the message is entitled, “Let the Light Shine“ Everyone welcome. Enquiries to Kevin Brewer phone 5479 0460

COFFEE FOR NEWCOMERS (woodwind), Wil Sargisson (piano), Chris Bancroft (banjo), Nick Quigley (bass) and Gary Eldershaw on drums. All Welcome Music begins at 7.30pm at The J at Noosa Junction. Members $25, guests $30.Phone 5447 2229. ● ploring many curriculum areas throughout the sessions. There will be fun nature activities in the permaculture garden, story time with our wonderful volunteer Bob in the bush and don’t forget to bring along a piece of fruit to munch on under the fruit trees.

Phone 5473 6333.

CASUAL BRIDGE Casual bridge is on offer the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month from 1.30pm to 4.00pm at Noosa Bridge Club, 3 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. Cost $2 per person and please come as a pair. Phone 5447 1341 for further information.

CANCER COUNCIL Cancer Council Queensland Noosa Branch will hold its first meeting of the year on Friday 9 February at Noosa Leisure centre, opposite Noosaville library. The meeting starts at 10am. All new members welcome. Phone 0418 488 067.

TEWANTIN NOOSA QCWA The first meeting for the CWA for the year will be on Wednesday 21 February at 1pm in the QCWA Hall next door to the Post Office in Pionciana Avenue Tewantin. All welcome.

ADFAS NOOSA LUNCH Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society (ADFAS) Noosa Inc is starting its 2018 lecture program with a Lunch on Saturday 17 February featuring Paul Atterbury from the BBC’s Antique Road Show. Paul will share his fascinating choice of antiques he would take to his desert island at Peregian Springs Golf Club, 95 Peregian Springs Drive, Peregian from 11am-3.30pm. People are invited to bring along a treasure to catch Paul’s eye, and enjoy a special Roadshow Noosa-style.

(No jewellery or small items). Cost: $70 members and $75 non-members. Bookings essential. Phone Sharon Hyde on 5448 2395 or email slhyde53@gmail.com. Proceeds from this event will support visual and performing artists through ADFAS Noosa’s Young Arts Program.

TEWANTIN NOOSA GARDEN CLUB The next meeting of the Tewantin-Noosa Garden Club will be held on Monday 12 February in the Catholic Church Hall, 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin. The club meets on the second Monday of each month for a 1.30 pm start. February guest speaker is horticulturist Joan Dillon and her topic is native plants for your garden. Visitors are welcome.

Phone Helen Brown on 0402 107 716.

PROBUS CLUB NOOSA 2010 The club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Bowls Club on Hilton Terrace.

Please ring Brian if you’d like to hear more about trips, meals out, theatre and garden visits with this friendly group. Phone 0403 435 978

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Looking for a show of interest to a heart-felt invitation to anyone new to the area or anyone in need of some company for a weekly/ fortnightly morning tea at a local coffee shop in Noosa/Tewantin . Please phone Kerry 54743186

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Overaters anonymous meets in the Noosa area. There are no dues or fees. For more information phone 0404 302 186 or 5485 1491.

RED CROSS MEETING Red cross will hold a meeting for on Wednesday 14 February at 10 am at Coolum Surf Lifesaving Club, Coolum Beach. Come and join us for a coffee and find out what we do. Visitors very welcome. Phone Robyn on 0409 124 460 for more details.

SOCIAL DANCING AT POMONA Every Tuesday evening from 7-9.30pm 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. Everyone is welcome. Phone 5485 2007.

BOOMERANG BAGS NOOSA Boomerang Bags is as strong as ever and is now sewing and selling out of Wallace House, 1 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. We need volunteers and clean fabric to sew alternative bags to single use plastic bags which are clogging our waterways and killing our wildlife.

We hold our sewing bees on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9am to 12.30pm, starting this week. Come anytime between those hours for friendly conversation and morning tea while we sew. For more information phone Sandra on 0466 44 99 46 or Julia 5448 2321, email boomerangbagsnoosa@ gmail.com or visit www.boomerangbags.org

MEDITATION Sit on a comfy couch or a chair and learn easy one and five minute relaxation techniques, then be guided into a longer meditation weekly on Wednesdays at 11am at 32 Tarina St, Noosa Heads. Arrive from 10.45am for 11am start. Finish by noon. Regular meditators can enquire about our Monday group.

Phone Ronnie on 0408 050 724.

TASTE OF ART Friend’s Noosa Regional Gallery presents a diverse talent of art by local artists and emerging artists alike, during their 7th group exhibition, highlighting talent whether you enjoy painting, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media or collage. The exhibition runs until 18 March at Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican St, Tewantin. Awards will be presented for 2D, 3D, and Emerging Artist. Phone 5329 6145.

RETIRED OR ABOUT TO RETIRE? Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa Branch will meet on Thursday 8 February at 9.45 am for 10am at South Pacific Resort, 179 Weyba Road, Noosaville. Speaker will be Leanne from our National Sponsor, Scenic Tours on ‘Where will you go in 2018/19?’ Cruises and Tours Australia and Worldwide. Cost $5 pp includes morning tea. Phone 5448 2985 or email airnoosacommunications@gmail.com

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LEGENDS OF LEAGUE A WET SUCCESS

BY RON LANE Despite the annual Australian Legends of League vs Legends of Noosa Pirates game being played on Saturday evening in torrential rain, the evening must be rated a great success. Why? Because for a large crowd to turn up despite the weather it tells us that the support for the game of rugby league is indeed alive and well in the Noosa Shire.

If the support shown on Saturday evening is an indication of community backing for the season ahead, then the Pirate Family is in for a good year.

So heavy was the down pour that on taking the field, a field that was covered with many pools of water, players from both sides immediately did a duck dive into the pools and proceeded to slide some twenty meters across the field.

This crazy little act helped prepare their bodies for what lay ahead; and what lay ahead was an entertaining game that despite the conditions saw great ball control with very few dropped passes.

For the lovers of the game the Australian team contained legends such as Petero Civoniceva, Robbie ODavis, Scott Prince, Ben Hannant and our local former Pirates Coach and NSW State of Origin player Noel Goldthorpe. All members of this team were escorted on by members of Sunshine Butterflies with a disability. On the paddock for Pirate Legends were such players as Trent Heathwood, Anthony Zipf, Michael Fisher, Sam McGregor and Brendan Williams.

Highlight of the game which was won by the Australian Legends 28-18 came in the second half when our local ball boy who had possession was scooped up by a charging Pirates player carried some 20mts then hit the grass running to finally score in the corner for Pirates. This move involving the young lad highlighted the happy atmosphere in which this this event to promote the game was played; a try which was loudly applauded by both spectators and players.

Another highlight was the attendance of Pirate legend Brendan Williams. Brendan now a serving police officer in the Victorian

League legends Kevin Campion,Danny Moore, Ash Harrison and Ben Hannant.

Stuart Kelly, Chris Walker and Nathan Friend.

Dave Adamson, Rowan Teevan and Bryan Niebling.

Police Force K9 Squad, travelled from Melbourne for the game. Speaking in the clubhouse and surrounded by family members who still live locally, he summed it up well when he said, “I wouldn’t miss it for the world, my old club mates my family

and a great game. Despite the weather our Pirates people did a great job.”

At the completion of the game the Aussie Legends donated signed jerseys which were auctioned and the response was good. All for a good cause. ●

The event kicked off on Sunday with Noosa vs Maryborough U16 boys.

BIG NUMBERS FOR STABLEFORD TEAMS START ON RSL ROUNDS NOOSA GOLF TUESDAY There were 206 players in the Single

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Stableford Tuesday Club Single on 30 January. Scratch rating (M) 71.0 Winners: A Grade: Wayne Mallett 40 c/b, Brett Clarke 40, Shane Healey 39 c/b, Paul Neate 39.

B Grade: Peter Hartley 42, John Purdu 41 c/b, Peter Telley 41, Anthony Jedynak 38 c/b.

C Grade: Bob Cox 41, Andy Mcgill 40, Terry Dale 38, Andrew Broad 37 c/b.

Place Getters: Tom Healey 38, Daryl Bates, David Mills, John D'Arcy, Scott Pritchard, Robert Tuffley, Steve Osmond, Lyndon Bruggy 37 c/b, Jorma Rusanen 37, Shaun Pyne, Paul Shaw, Jim Booth, Alan Powell, Shane Dunn, Rodney Vaughan, Richard Rudledge, Geoff Kerr, Tim Butterworth 36 c/b, Tony Giles 36, Bruce Davidson 35 c/b.

Nearest to Pin - A Grade: Bruce Osborne, John Mierocha, John D'Arcy, Jim Scholes.

B Grade: Robin Versluys, Shaun Pyne, Peter Bolitho.

C Grade: Glen Heath, Steve Grey, Rob Rossow. ●

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TEWANTIN NOOSA BOWLS The 2018 RSL Bowls kicked off with round one at Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club on Monday 29 January.

A win is on final margin of game.

R Evans team -15 ends + 6 win pts (21/21) d D Clark team - 6 ends (6/6) P Rieck team -15 ends + 6 win pts (21/21) d I McCallum team - 6 ends (6/6) D Birt team - 12 ends + 6 win pts (18/18) d J Dibble team - 9 ends (9/9) K Muir team - 11 ends + 6 win pts (17/17) d G Winskill team - 10 ends (10/10) M Boltong team - 11 ends + 6 win pts (17/17) d M Townson team - 10 ends (10/10) B Andrews team - 10 ends + 6 win pts (16/16) d K Coghlan team - 11 ends (11/11) Next RSL round 2 will be at Pomona Bowls Club on Monday 26 February.

Tuesday 30 January - See Well Law Mystery Fours.

Winners: (pairs) Sandra Boyce, Jan Zemler Runners up: Jeanette Emery, Sophie Gale, Julie Boyer, Judith Boakes Jackpot won by: Paulene Mohr, Marlene Trembath, Van Vignon, Sue Mould Wednesday 31 January - Madills Mens Bowls Winners: Mike Lowe, Andrew McCall Runners up: W Brown, C O'Brien Thursday 1 February - Hang Loosa Jackpot Pairs

Winners: Robyn McAnelly, Micheal Sorrensen Runners up: Steve Bowie, Greg Halloway Jackpot won by: Robyn McAnelly, Micheal Sorrensen Saturday 3 February - With weather cancelling most games in the Gr8 and Premier sevens. Only one game was played.

Division 3 Section 7 went down to take on Bramble Bay at home. Torrential rain fell for most of the afternoon. The team was reconfigured with Tom Allsop playing in singles match, he went down fighting in a 11-31 defeat. A new pairs combination John Simmonds and Danny Crameri were always in front and combined good to win 23-8, A highlight was what turned out to be the final end where they scored 7 shots and only millimetres from scoring perfect 8. The Fours traded the lead throughout the game and went down narrowly 14-16. All teams played well in the conditions. The team went down 1 - 2 in Rink score. All other games that were washed out will be played at later date soon.

Sunday 4 February - Mens A singles Semi finals.

Lee Fitzhenry d Dave Buckley 25-6 & Jay Dawe d Danny Crameri 25-17.

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BIG SPORT NIGHT

BY RON LANE Friday night at the Novotel Twin Waters the sporting fraternity from all over the coast gathered to celebrate the Sunshine Coast 50th 2017 Sportstar of the Year Awards. Under the control of Master of Ceremonies former Olympic boxer Ben Pike, it was indeed a top night.

To hold a sporting group together for this period of time is indeed outstanding; and in acknowledging this there are many to thank.

However the dedication and input of Ben Pike has been remarkable. Congratulations and well done and many thanks for your 30yrs. of outstanding dedication as President of the Sunshine Coast Sportstar Awards. On your retirement thanks mate, thanks for the memories and the pleasure of your company.

For our local amateur boxing club, the Impact Boxing Academy Cooroy it was indeed a night for celebration. Not only did they win the Junior Sports Club of the Year Award, but in doing so made history by being the first team ever to win this trophy two years in a row. ''Did you hear that," said an excited owner/ coach Mark Evans, "We are the first team ever to do this. Man have I got some people to thank." There were many achievements to take into consideration but the fact that team members took part in 144 fights (domestic) for a total of 133 wins plus 20 international for 16 wins is remarkable. Included in these wins were 18 state and 8 Australian titles.

But the club award was not the only

RAIN COSTS THE CRICKET CLUB VALUABLE POINTS

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Coach Mark Evans with the Junior Sports team of the Year. one for Ella Boot was named the Junior Sports Star of the Year as a result of her Youth Commonwealth Games Gold Medal and her Bronze Medal at the World Youth Championships. Add to this Taylah Robertson received an Elite Female Sportstar Scholarship as a result of her being selected to represent her country at the Commonwealth Games.

It is definitely worthy of note that the Impact Coach as well as coaching his club in Cooroy was also appointed as an Australian Coach at two World Title tournaments as well as one Oceanic Titles. Now in preparation for the Commonwealth Games, Mark will fly to the Philippines on 17 February as a Coach of the Australian Team for their final international training camp before the games.

While this is underway his Impact Club Team will travel to New Zealand with the club assistant coach to take part in a Trans-Tasman inter club tournament. We wish all fighters boxing for their clubs or country the very best of luck. ●

The rain last weekend washed out all the senior cricket fixtures on the coast. This meant that not only were no TNT matches played but valuable points were washed away with the rain. Next Saturday all the matches will be played as "One-dayers". It seems that the Firsts are out of the running for the premiership but the Seconds and the Fourths should be able to make the semifinals if they finish strongly in the last three games.

FIRSTS Next Saturday the team will play a 50 Over match against Caloundra at their home ground.

SECONDS Next weekend they will play a One Day game at Read Park, against the second placed Burpengary Club. This is a must win match. The following two Saturdays, the boys will play last placed Palmwoods at Read Park which should give them maximum points.

THIRDS Will travel to Maroochydore to play a 35 over match against the number one team, Maroochydore next Saturday.

their last three games which will guarantee them a place in the semis. Next Saturday they will play a one-day match against third place Caloundra at Dale Officer Oval and then travel the following two weekends to battle with the top team Yandina.

VETERAN'S CRICKET NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS It was announced this week that the National Championships of the Over 70s Veterans Cricket, affiliated with Australian Cricket, will be held on the Sunshine Coast between September 12 and 18, 2018.

An organising committee including local cricket identity Gary Madsen are working towards this event.

The Queensland Over 70 Cricket team, named "The Cyclones" has won the event twice in the last four years and were runners up on the other two occasions.

A number of local players have been in past Over 70 teams and it is likely that this year's teams will include some of them again.

It is expected that at least sixteen teams from all sates will participate in the carnival.

The two local turf wickets at Read Park and Dale Officer Oval will be hosting matches and full details of the carnival and local matches will be advised later in the year. ●

FOURTHS This team is hitting its straps at the right part of the season and should win two of

Noosa Eagles Soccer Club STRIKEOUT FROM DOWNPOUR Noosa softballers are looking forward to continuing the second half of the season after rain washed out games on the weekend. This side of the draw got under way on the Australia Day weekend with some new players and new game times.

In the U15s, Slammers played Dodgers1 in a friendly match on a slippery field after the morning's downpour. Strong batting from Dodgers saw them score 12 runs to Slammers' 2.

In the second U15s match, Redsox defeated Dodgers2 7-0.

In the U13s, the undefeated Slammers defeated Redsox 16-3 and showed great batting skills, especially from Coopa, Cam, Lewis, Clae, Nate, Tex and Xander.

Slammers scored eight across the plate for the first two innings before being held at bay by great pitching from Erin. Erin also had two beautiful pick-ups, gently throwing to first for two outs. The second Redsox pitcher-catcher combination of brothers noosatoday.com.au

Dylan and Nathan worked well. Redsox newcomers Joel and Ryan also showed great batting skills.

Matches are played in Under 13s, Under 15s and Under 17s in the junior competition, while Little League provides coaching for players from 4 years.

There are still places available in all age groups for any new or experienced junior boys and girls and senior players who would like to join softball for the second half of the season. Fees for juniors will be reduced to $100 for players who start now - this covers all your playing costs including club jerseys, registration, equipment, coaching and game day costs. The season continues through to Easter.

Men's and mixed social games are played on Saturday afternoons, and a women's game is also played fortnightly. For information, please email noosasoftball@ gmail.com or search for "Noosa softball" on Facebook. ●

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Invites past and future players to join us to play the world game in

Rooball for Under 5’s to Under 10’s Girls and Boys play together Competitive Fixtures for Under 11’s to Under 16’s New Players please bring a birth Certificate/Passport for proof of age

Sign on at Good Shepard Back Field - Walter Hay Drive, Noosaville www.sccsa.org.au or noosaeaglesregistrar@gmail.com or 0415 769 677 (If you can’t attend) Thursday, 8 February, 2018

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LIFE OF BRINE

PHIL JARRATT

Jane Purtill.

Picture: Fenna De King

Missing CEO Pierre Agnes.

Nic Jones.

Picture: Fenna De King

WAVES AT LAST What a great week for waves we had to welcome in February!

And how lucky was I to land in Melbourne last Tuesday to pick up a connecting flight to Adelaide and points beyond only to find that my four-day Outback job had been cancelled due to floods.

Sorry, flood-bound folks of the Outback, but I was back on the Sunny Coast by nightfall, stoked and ready for Big Wednesday. Well, biggish, but they were the best waves on the points in quite a while, and not too crowded either.

Once again, our delightful queen of surf photography, Fenna De King, was on hand to document the good sessions, when not sliding a few waves herself.

Fenna is incredibly generous with my use of her photos here, but she also has a million more great Noosa shots on the gallery at www.fennadeking.com where you can purchase prints. So, do yourselves a favour, as Molly used to say.

The pics I’ve chosen today are a little bit unusual.

Firstly, champion longboarder Nic Jones waited until the wind came up out of the north before hitting First Point on his shortie, punting airs and throwing rooster tails like it was going out of style. Like so many of our best longboarders, Nic is nothing if not versatile.

Secondly, I love this shot of Noosa’s Jane

Purtill sliding a glassy inside wall at First Point. Jane came to surfing fairly late, and for a long time was known for sitting out in the shipping lanes on bigger days. But lately she has really come into her own, surfing with style and confidence, as this shot reveals. Go Jane!

And while we’re talking about those of us who have left their teen years behind, Rip Curl founder Doug “Claw” Warbrick is introducing two new “mature age” exhibition events at next month’s Laguna Real Estate Noosa Festival of Surfing.

The Warbrick Surfing Foundation’s Women’s Over 55s and Men’s Over 75s are having a test run on opening day, Saturday, March 10, in the hope that they will become regular divisions in years to come.

So far, the festival has been inundated with eager girls ready to jump into the jersey and get out there. The blokes have been a bit more reticent, and we are still looking for a couple more chaps in the fourth quarter to sign on for a paddle and a bit of fun with Claw, Big Wave and Little Mick. Entry in the exhibitions is free of charge. If you’re interested email admin@ noosafestivalofsurfing.com or phone me on 0400 118045.

PASSINGS While there was a lot of joyous hooting going on in the water at Noosa last week, the same could not be said on waterways in

other parts of the world, as we lost two great servants of surfing.

The road may have been rocky at times, but as a lifelong surfer and a scarily fast driver, surfer/CEO Pierre Agnes was used to finding himself in tight spots requiring a sharp mind and a cool head to negotiate, characteristics he brought to the table often in his 30-year career with Quiksilver. On a foggy Tuesday, 30 January, off his beloved Capbreton in south-west France, fishing alone on his 36-foot speedboat, those traits apparently let him down. His damaged boat was found up the coast at Hossegor. He is still missing, presumed lost at sea at just 54.

A French surfing champion who represented his country at the 1986 world championships in Cornwall, Pierre was taken on by Quiksilver as a team manager and shop assistant, and eventually became the global CEO. As he rose up the executive ladder, Pierre would brook no alternative view from those further down the food chain, and his soft-spoken, intense eyecontact character readings became legendary. Having suffered a few myself, I was surprised one day to be invited by Pierre to a “beer-storming” session on his boat off Capbreton, where he disappeared last week. In almost a decade as a colleague, I never felt closer to him than I did that sunny afternoon, drinking beers and chatting on a glistening sea, and it’s a memory of the man I will keep.

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When the brand’s leaders contributed to a company history I was compiling in 2006, Pierre wrote: “Quiksilver has never had the ambition to sell a lifestyle, but simply to make it accessible through the guidance of leaders who know how to manage a business while preserving the dream.” He might not have found much support for that view in recent boardroom skirmishes, but it was what he believed.

Michael Gordon, 62, who suffered a fatal heart attack while competing in a swim at Phillip Island last weekend, was one of Australia’s greatest political journalists, admired by colleagues and prime ministers alike. He was also a lifelong surfer, and in the 1970s we were rival surf magazine magazine editors, me at Tracks, him at Backdoor.

Tracks won that heat, with Backdoor exiting after a year or so, but if life is a surf contest I think you’d have to say that Mickey made the grand final, returning to an award-winning career in mainstream journalism, where he became best-known for the honesty and integrity of his reporting, particularly in later years when he focused on Indigenous and refugee issues.

But he also wrote about surfing, including notable books on Bells Beach and our mutual friend Layne Beachley, and he never stopped surfing, pulling in regularly at exotic tropical locations, a big smile under his floppy sun-hat. ●

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SPORT TODAY COME AND TRY TENNIS A free Come & Try Tennis Day will be held on Saturday 17 February 2018 from 3-6pm at Cooroy.

The Cooroy Tennis Club is welcoming newcomers and club regulars to enjoy free tennis and coaching, fun tennis games and a free sausage sizzle.

The big drawcard will be the awesome Tennis Queensland speed serve radar machine, a terrific way to test your tennis skills.

Other activities will include the popular ANZ Hot Shots, and Hit the Target competitions. As well, the ball machine will be in action for hitting practice, and there will be free use of the courts and coaching tips.

Tennis is a entertaining activity for the whole family, with lifelong spin-offs including fitness, friendships and fun.

So come along and join in. For more information phone club coach Di Peterson on 0484 754 008. ●

SOCCER FOR ALL AGES The Noosa Eagles Soccer Club will hold a sign on day on Saturday 17 February at the Good Shepherd Lutheran College sporting fields, off Walter Hay Drive. The club has been supporting young soccer players of all ages and abilities for the past two decades and enters teams in the Sunshine Coast Churches Soccer Association competition which has an 'equal game time' policy for all its junior teams.

Mixed teams are available from Under 6 to Under 13 depending on numbers. Most training sessions are on a Wednesday and

all are at the Good Shepherd Lutheran College sporting fields, off Walter Hay Drive.

Registration starts at $195 for our young players to $225 for our older players.

This includes registration, insurance, team photo and end of season trophy.

Commonwealth Get Started Vouchers are accepted.

The Eagles are currently in a rebuilding phase and have a very enthusiastic committee eager to grow the club within the Noosa community. We are always

seeking volunteers to help with things like the canteen and marking the fields on our 8 home games and coaching and managing positions. You don't need to have a child playing at the club, just a desire to be a part of this fun and caring soccer community.

Contact us via Facebook: https://www. facebook.com/NoosaEaglesSoccerClub/ or check the Sunshine Coast Churches Soccer Association site https://registrations.sccsa. org.au/login or just give our Registrar Bek a call on 0415 769 677 or our President Kirsty on 0414 662 221. ●

HOOK, LINE & SINKER

JACK MANGROVE

NOOSA RIVER MOUTH FISHING WELL With the water in the Noosa River being the colour it is, fishing the run-in tide has been all important. As the clean water from the ocean enters the river, baitfish start to become active and in turn brings all the other fish on the bite. The fresh has also pushed good numbers of bream down river and fired them up. Good catches of bream are coming from Gympie terrace, the Dog Beach, the Sandbags and the river mouth rocks. Best baits are any kind of oily flesh like mullet or bonito. There have been some nice flathead present around the lower parts of the river near the drops of the sand bars, the start of the outgoing tide seems to be the best bite. For the bait anglers; fresh mullet strips or whole pilchard baits fished on gang hooks has the best option, for the lure anglers Soft vibes have also been good in the darker waters.

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very well, prawn coloured surface walkers have also picked up a few elbow slappers.

The back of the sound has seen mangrove jack being caught on the run out tide. Live baits and fresh mullet strips being a real drawcard. Trevally, tailor and queenfish have been worth targeting in Woods Bays on surface lures first thing in the morning, prawn profile soft plastics coated in scent have also working well as the day gets a bit brighter. Quality mud crabs being potted throughout the lower reaches of the river.

Weyba Creek has also been a popular spot.

Fresh mullet by far the best bait for the pots.

On the beaches; the gutters along North Shore are really starting to look good after the recent swells, after thing start to settle down plenty of whiting and dart will make these gutters their homes, with the new moon towards the middle of the month we should also see the odd jew and large tailor prowling those same gutters. Plenty of flathead will also been taken with fish

making their way out of the river in search of a feed. Small pilchard baits, mullet and bonito fillets will all been prime baits.

On the Offshore seen, boats stayed on the trailer for most of the week with the large swell and windy conditions, the weekend saw a few diehards headed to the closer reefs, Sunshine Reef was where we saw most of the activity with some nice snapper, sweetlip and tusk fish taken, fishing live baits got the best results. The Charters also were out on a couple of trips earlier in the week and did the run up to North Reef, fishing in larger swells they still managed some good fish including pearl perch snapper, snapper, moses perch, hussar, venus tusk fish and cobia. As conditions improve and the waters clear the pelagic's will again be out in force with the close reef really firing as the bait fish from the rivers run to more saline waters.

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

Corey Stephens with a nice jack.

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